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  • Page 1 Installation and User Guide ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819...
  • Page 3 ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819 Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 4 Portions © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2007, 2008. All rights reserved. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with limited and restricted rights to use, reproduction and disclosure.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Installing a hot-swap hard disk drive ....51 IDs for hot-swap hard disk drives ....53 © Lenovo 2008, 2009. Portions © IBM Corp. 2007, 2008.
  • Page 6 Removing the PCI riser-card bracket from the riser card ..103 Installing the PCI riser- card bracket from the riser card ..104 ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 7 Removing and installing a remotely installed RAID adapter battery ..105 Removing a remotely installed RAID adapter battery ..105 Installing a RAID adapter remotely in the server ... 106 Removing and installing the bezel .
  • Page 8 Purchasing additional services ....169 Lenovo product service ..... 169 Appendix B.

  • Page 9: Safety

    Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen. Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza. Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança. © Lenovo 2008, 2009. Portions © IBM Corp. 2007, 2008.
  • Page 10 Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this document before you perform the procedures. Read any additional safety information that comes with the server or optional device before you install the device. viii ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 11 Statement 1: DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet.
  • Page 12 Throw or immerse into water v Heat to more than 100°C (212°F) v Repair or disassemble Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 13 Statement 3: CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device.
  • Page 14 The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 15 Statement 8: CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components.
  • Page 16 ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 17: Chapter 1. Introduction

    Warranty and Support Information document. You can obtain up-to-date information about the server and other Lenovo server products at http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. The server comes with the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD to help you configure the hardware, install device drivers, and install the operating system.

  • Page 18: Notices And Statements In This Document

    Portable Document Format (PDF). The Lenovo ThinkServer Documentation DVD requires the following minimum hardware and software: ® ® v Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 (or later) or xpdf, which comes with Linux operating systems ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 19 Warranty and Support This document includes the warranty Available on the Information statement and information about how to ThinkServer contact Lenovo Support. Documentation DVD. Safety Information This document includes translations of all Available on the of the safety statements used in the ThinkServer ThinkServer documentation.
  • Page 20 ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 21: Chapter 2. Server Setup Roadmap

    2. Enter your product number (machine type and model number) or select Servers and Storage from the Select your product list. 3. From Family list, select ThinkServer RD210, and click Continue. 4. Click Downloads and drivers to download firmware updates.
  • Page 22 ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 23: Chapter 3. What Is Included With Your Server

    IMM lights LEDs to help you diagnose the problem, records the error in the event log, and alerts you to the problem. Optionally, the IMM Premium also provides a virtual presence capability © Lenovo 2008, 2009. Portions © IBM Corp. 2007, 2008.
  • Page 24 The server has two PCI interface slots (one supports low-profile cards and one supports half-length, full-height cards). Both slots can support PCI Express adapters. See “Removing and installing an adapter” on page 55 for detailed information. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 25 v Redundant connection The addition of an optional Ethernet daughter card provides failover capability to a redundant Ethernet connection with the applicable application installed. If a problem occurs with the primary Ethernet connection and the optional Ethernet daughter card is installed on the server, all Ethernet traffic that is associated with the primary connection is automatically switched to the optional redundant Ethernet daughter card connection.

  • Page 26: Specifications

    The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the server. Depending on the server model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 27 TCP/IP Offload Engine v For a list of supported microprocessors, v Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA), (TOE) go to www.lenovo.com/thinkserver and approximately: v Five Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 click on the Options & Software tab. – Minimum: 0.194 kVA ports –...

  • Page 28: Software

    EasyLED v Memory mirroring support Redundant Ethernet capabilities with failover support v Parity checking on the small computer system interface (SCSI) bus and PCI buses ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 29 v Power management: Compliance with Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) v Power-on self-test (POST) v Hardware Failure Protection alerts on memory, microprocessors, SCSI hard disk drives, fans, and power supplies v Redundant hot-swap power supplies and redundant hot-swap fans (some models) v Redundant Network Interface Card (NIC) support v Remind button to temporarily turn off the system-error LED...
  • Page 30 ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 31: Chapter 4. Server Controls, Leds, And Power

    USB connectors: Connect a USB device, such as a USB mouse, keyboard, or other device to any of these connectors. © Lenovo 2008, 2009. Portions © IBM Corp. 2007, 2008.

  • Page 32: Operator Information Panel

    IMM Web interface. See “Logging on to the Web interface” on page 138 for information on logging on to the IMM Web interface. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 33: Easyled Diagnostics Panel

    EasyLED diagnostics panel The EasyLED diagnostics panel is located on the top of the operator information panel. Note: The system service label on the underside of the cover also provides information about the location of the EasyLED. To access the EasyLED diagnostics panel, slide the blue release button on the operator information panel to the left.
  • Page 34 (POST). You might have to use a pen or the end of a straightened paper clip to press the button. The Reset button is in the lower-right corner of the EasyLED panel. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 35 The following table lists the LEDs on the EasyLED diagnostics panel and suggests actions to solve the detected problems. Table 2. EasyLED diagnostics v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved.
  • Page 36 4. Reinstall the microprocessor in socket 1 and restart the server. 5. Replace any failing device. 6. (Trained service technician only) Replace the system board, if the problem remains. (Continued on the next page.) ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 37 Table 2. EasyLED diagnostics (continued) v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
  • Page 38 DIMM latch on the system board (the DIMM LED is underneath the DIMM latch). A machine check error has Check the system-error log for information about the error. occurred or the NMI button was pressed. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 39 Table 2. EasyLED diagnostics (continued) v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
  • Page 40 3. Replace any failed or missing replacement components, such as the battery or PCI riser-card assembly. 4. If a voltage regulator has failed, (trained service technician only) replace the system board. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 41: Rear View

    Rear view The following illustration shows the LEDs on the rear of the server. Slot 1, PCI Express USB 3 connector Ethernet activity LED Serial connector Ethernet link LED System-error LED (amber) Video connector System-locator LED (blue) Slot 2, PCI Express Power-control button LED (green) USB 4 connector Ethernet 2 connector...
  • Page 42 You can use the UEFI Setup Utility to configure the server to use a dedicated systems management network or a shared network. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 43: System-Board Internal Connectors

    System-board internal connectors The following illustration shows the internal connectors on the system board. Battery Fan 4 connector Optional two-port Ethernet card Fan 5 connector connector PCI riser connector Fan 6 connector DIMM connectors Fan 4 connector Microprocessor 1 Hot-swap SAS/SATA power connector Operator information panel connector Hot-swap SAS/SATA configuration cable connector...

  • Page 44: System-Board External Connectors

    The following illustration shows the external connectors on the system board. USB 2 connector Ethernet 2 connector USB 1 connector Ethernet 1 connector Serial connector System management Ethernet connector Video connector ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 45: System-Board Optional-Device Connectors

    System-board optional-device connectors The following illustration shows the connectors for user-installable optional devices. Battery DIMM 2 DIMM 9 DIMM 3 DIMM 10 DIMM 4 DIMM 11 DIMM 5 DIMM 12 DIMM 6 DIMM 13 DIMM 7 DIMM 14 DIMM 8 DIMM 15 SAS/SATA RAID riser-card connector DIMM 16...

  • Page 46: System-Board Switches And Jumpers

    System-board switches and jumpers The following illustration shows the switches and jumpers on the system board. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 47 Jumper name Jumper setting 1 UEFI boot recovery jumper v Pins 1 and 2: Normal (default) Loads the primary UEFI (J29) (formerly called BIOS) firmware ROM page. v Pins 2 and 3: Loads the secondary (backup) UEFI firmware ROM page. 2 IMM recovery jumper v Pins 1 and 2: Normal (default) Loads the primary IMM (J147)
  • Page 48 See safety information in “Safety” on page vii. 2. Any system-board switch or jumper blocks that are not shown in the illustrations in this document are reserved. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 49: System-Board Leds

    System-board LEDs The following illustration shows the light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the system board. Slot 2 missing PCI riser card LED Fan 6 error LED Enclosure manager heartbeat LED Power channel A error LED Battery LED Power channel B error LED IMM heartbeat LED Power channel C error LED Slot 1 missing PCI riser card LED...

  • Page 50: Power-Supply Leds

    1. If the LED blinks at 1Hz, it is functioning properly and no action is necessary. 2. If the LED is not blinking, (trained service technician only) replace the system board. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 51: Server Power Features

    Table 5. System pulse LEDs (continued) Description Action IMM heartbeat IMM heartbeat boot process. The following steps describe the different stages of the IMM heartbeat sequencing process. 1. When this LED is blinking fast (approximately 4Hz), this indicates, that the IMM code is in the loading process.

  • Page 52: Turning Off The Server

    Some operating systems require an orderly shutdown before you turn off the server. See your operating-system documentation for information about shutting down the operating system. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 53 Statement 5: CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
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  • Page 55: Chapter 5. Installing Optional Devices And Replacing Customer Replaceable Units

    To download firmware updates for your server, complete the following steps: Note: Changes are made periodically to the Lenovo Web site. The actual procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document. 1. Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support.

  • Page 56: System Reliability Guidelines

    When you are finished working on the server, reinstall all safety shields, guards, labels, and ground wires. v For a list of supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.lenovo.com/ thinkserver. System reliability guidelines...

  • Page 57: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    Handling static-sensitive devices Attention: Static electricity can damage the server and other electronic devices. To avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages until you are ready to install them. To reduce the possibility of damage from electrostatic discharge, observe the following precautions: v Limit your movement.

  • Page 58: Major Components Of The Server

    Major components of the server The following illustrations show the major components in the server. The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 59: Removing And Replacing The Cover

    Cover 2.5 inch hot-swap hard disk drive filler panel DIMM air baffle SAS/SATA backplane Slot 2, PCI riser card assembly Fans Slot 1, PCI riser card assembly System board Power supply filler Retainer bracket Power supply Microprocessor Optical drive Heat sink Operator information panel Microprocessor 2 air baffle 2.5 inch hard disk drive...

  • Page 60: Replacing The Cover

    2. To disconnect the SAS signal cables, make sure that you first disconnect the power cable, and then the signal cable and configuration cable. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 61 ™ ServeRAID - MR10i SAS/SATA controller SAS signal cables The SATA cable is a combination power and signal cable with a shared connector on both ends. The following illustration shows the internal routing and connector for the SATA cable 1 . Chapter 5.
  • Page 62 The following illustration shows the internal routing and connector for the operator information panel cable. Top cover latch receptacle Operator panel cable ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 63: Removing And Installing The Microprocessor 2 Air Baffle

    The following illustration shows the internal routing and connector for the USB/video cable. Note: The USB cable is routed under the video cable and then both the USB and video cables are routed under the cable retention tab and the top cover latch receptacle.

  • Page 64: Installing The Microprocessor 2 Air Baffle

    EasyLED panel, and LEDs that are lit inside the server on the system board; then, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual for information on how to solve the problem. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 65 3. Grasp the DIMM air baffle 2 and lift the baffle up, making sure that the pin 1 comes out of the pin hole 3 on the system board to the left of DIMM connector 8. 4. Remove it from the server and set it aside. Chapter 5.

  • Page 66: Installing The Dimm Air Baffle

    All hot-swap drives in the server should have the same throughput speed rating. Mixing hard disk drives with different speed ratings will cause all drives to operate at the lower throughput speed. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 67: Removing A Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive

    For a complete list of supported optional devices for the server, go to www.lenovo.com/thinkserver and click on the Options & Software tab. To remove and install a hot-swap hard disk drive, complete the steps in this section.
  • Page 68 See the RAID adapter documentation for additional information about RAID operation and complete instructions for using the RAID adapter. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 69: Ids For Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drives

    5. If you are installing additional hot-swap hard disk drives, do so now. 6. Turn on the peripheral devices and the server. IDs for hot-swap hard disk drives The hot-swap-drive ID that is assigned to each drive is printed on the front of the server.

  • Page 70: Installing A Pci Riser Card Assembly

    6. Align the PCI riser-card assembly with the PCI slot connector on the system board: then, press down firmly until the riser-card assembly in seated correctly in the connector on the system board. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 71: Removing And Installing An Adapter

    1 PCI riser-card assembly (full-height, full-length adapters) 2 PCI riser-card assembly (low-profile adapters) 3 PCI riser connector 1 4 PCI riser connector 2 Removing and installing an adapter The following describe the types of adapters that the server supports and other information that you must consider when installing an adapter: v Locate the documentation that comes with the adapter and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this section.

  • Page 72: Removing An Adapter

    6. Carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge or upper corners, and pull the adapter from the riser-card assembly. 1 Adapter 2 Expansion slot cover 3 PCI riser-card assembly 4 PCI riser-card connector ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 73: Installing An Adapter

    7. If you are instructed to return the adapter, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. Installing an adapter To install an adapter, complete the following steps: Notes: 1. The instructions in this section apply to any PCI adapter (for example, video graphics adapters or network adapters).

  • Page 74: Removing And Installing A Memory Module (Dimms)

    Installing a memory module (DIMMs) The following notes describe the types of DIMMs that the server supports and other information that you must consider when you install DIMMs : ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 75 v The server supports only industry-standard double-data-rate 3 (DDR3), 800, 1066, or 1333 MHz, PC3-10600R-999 (single-rank or dual-rank), registered, synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) with error correcting code (ECC). – The specifications of a DDR3 DIMM are on a label on the DIMM, in the following format.

  • Page 76: Dimm Installation Sequence

    DIMM connectors 3 on channel 0 and DIMM connector 6 on channel 1 DIMM connectors 7, 8, 15, and 16 on channel 2 are ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 77 not used in memory-mirroring mode. The following table lists the DIMM connectors on each memory channel. Table 8. Connectors on each memory channel Memory channel DIMM connectors Channel 0 1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 11 Channel 1 4, 5, 6, 12, 13, 14 Channel 2 7, 8, 15, 16 The following illustration shows the memory connector layout that is associated...
  • Page 78 When you restart the server, the system displays a message that indicates that the memory configuration has changed. The following illustration shows the location of the DIMMs connectors on the system board. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 79: Installation Steps

    DIMM 1 connector DIMM 10 connector DIMM 2 connector DIMM 11 connector DIMM 3 connector DIMM 12 connector DIMM 4 connector DIMM 13 connector DIMM 8 connector DIMM 14 connector DIMM 7 connector DIMM 15 connector DIMM 6 connector DIMM 16 connector DIMM 5 connector DIMM 9 connector Installation steps...

  • Page 80: Removing And Installing The Ibm Serveraid-Br10I Sas/Sata Controller

    RAID controller connector Riser card error LED SAS/SATA RAID riser card 7. Grasp the SAS/SATA controller and pull it out of the connector on the RAID riser card assembly. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 81: Installing The Ibm Serveraid-Br10I Sas/Sata Controller

    SAS/SATA riser card ServeRAID-BR10i controller 8. If you are instructed to return the SAS/SATA controller, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. Installing the IBM ServeRAID-BR10i SAS/SATA Controller Some server models come with the IBM ServeRAID-BR10i SAS/SATA Controller installed.
  • Page 82 Make sure that the SAS/SATA RAID riser-card assembly keys align correctly with the connector on the system board and press down on the assembly until it is seated firmly into the connector on the system board. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 83 SAS/SATA RAID front retention bracket SAS/SATA RAID riser card ServeRAID-BR10i adapter Alignment post Plastic tab 8. Route the signal cables from the drive backplane over the blue adapter retention bracket as shown in the following illustration. Connector for drive bays 0-3 signal cable Connector for drive bays 4-5 signal cable SAS/SATA RAID riser-card ServeRAID-BR10i adapter...

  • Page 84: Removing And Installing The Optional Ibm Serveraid-Mr10I Sas/Sata Controller

    Note: When you disconnect the power source from the server, you will lose the ability to view the LEDs because the LEDs will not be lit with the power source ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 85 removed. Before disconnecting the power source, make a note of which LEDs are lit, including the LEDs that are lit on the operation information panel, the EasyLED panel, and LEDs that are lit inside the server on the system board; then, see the “EasyLED”...
  • Page 86 The following illustration show how to route the signal cables. Note: When you restart the server, you will be prompted to import the existing RAID configuration to the new RAID controller. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 87: Removing And Installing A Microprocessor And Heat Sink

    Removing and installing a microprocessor and heat sink To remove and install a microprocessor and heat sink, follow the instructions in this section. Removing a microprocessor and heat sink Attention: v Do not allow the thermal grease on the microprocessor and heat sink to come in contact with anything.

  • Page 88: Installing A Microprocessor And Heat Sink

    When mixing microprocessors with different stepping levels within the same server model, you do not have to install the microprocessor with lowest stepping level and features in microprocessor socket 1. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 89 2. Enter your product number (machine type and model number) or select Servers and Storage from the Select your product list. 3. From Family list, select ThinkServer RD210, and click Continue. 4. Click Downloads and drivers to download firmware updates.
  • Page 90 Lower the rear flange of the heat-sink into the opening in the retainer bracket and press down firmly on the front of the heat-sink until it is seated securely. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 91: Thermal Grease

    Heat sink release lever Lock tab Retainer bracket Microprocessor d. Rotate the heat-sink release lever to the closed position and hook it underneath the lock tab. 4. If you removed the microprocessor 2 air baffle, install it (see “Removing and installing the microprocessor 2 air baffle”...

  • Page 92: Removing And Installing A Hot-Swap Power Supply

    These power supplies are designed for parallel operation. In the event of a power-supply failure, the redundant power supply continues to power the system. The server supports a maximum of two power supplies. Statement 5: ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 93: Removing A Hot-Swap Power Supply

    CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.

  • Page 94: Installing A Hot-Swap Power Supply

    4. Grasp the handle on the rear of the power supply and slide the power supply forward into the power-supply bay until it clicks. Make sure that the power supply connects firmly into the power-supply backplane. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 95: Removing And Installing A Hot-Swap Fan Assembly

    5. Route the power cord through the handle so that it does not accidentally become unplugged. 6. Connect the power cord for the new power supply to the power-cord connector on the power supply. 7. Connect the other end of the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet.

  • Page 96: Installing A Hot-Swap Fan Assembly

    If you are replacing fans 3 and 4, you will need to remove the DIMM air baffle first (see “Removing and installing the DIMM air baffle” on page 48). ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 97 Fan tabs Fan 4 Fan connector on the Fan 5 system board Fan 1 Fan 6 Fan 2 Fan connector Fan 3 Fan (side view) Attention: To ensure proper operation, replace a failed fan as soon as possible. 5. Orient the new fan over the fan slot in the fan assembly bracket so that the fan cable connector aligns with the fan connector on the system board.

  • Page 98: Removing And Installing The Sas/Sata Raid Riser-Card Assembly

    2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables; then, remove the server cover (see “Removing and replacing the cover” on page 43). 3. Reinstall the SAS/SATA adapter, if one was removed. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 99: Removing And Installing The Battery

    4. Reinstall the flash device, if it was removed. 5. Align the SAS/SATA RAID riser-card assembly keys correctly with the connector on the system board and press down on the assembly until it is seated firmly into the connector on the system board. 6.

  • Page 100: Installing The Battery

    After you replace the system-board battery, you must reconfigure the server and reset the system date and time. v To avoid possible danger, read and follow the following safety statement. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 101: Removing And Installing The Pci Riser-Card Assembly

    Statement 2: CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer.

  • Page 102: Removing The Pci Riser-Card Assembly

    Installing the PCI riser-card assembly To replace a PCI riser-card assembly, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information in “Safety” on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 39. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 103: Removing And Installing The Hot-Swap Sas/Sata Hard Disk Drive Backplane

    2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. 3. Remove the cover (see “Removing and replacing the cover” on page 43). 4. Install the adapter in the new PCI riser-card assembly (see “Removing and installing a PCI riser-card assembly”...

  • Page 104: Installing The Hot-Swap Sas/Sata Hard Disk Drive Backplane

    5. Push down firmly until the backplane is fully seated and the locking tabs snaps into place. 6. Reconnect the power cable and the signal cable from the disk drive backplane. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 105: Removing And Installing The Operator Information Panel Assembly

    Backplane tabs Hard disk drive backplane Backplane tabs Backplane bracket slots 7. Install the cover (see “Removing and replacing the cover” on page 43). 8. Replace the hard disk drives. 9. Slide the server into the rack. 10. Reconnect the power cords and any cables that were removed. 11.

  • Page 106: Installing The Operator Information Panel Assembly

    Note: The operation information panel cable should go in between the Video/USB cable (on the bottom) and the CD/DVD cable (on the top) when all three cables are installed in the server. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 107: Removing And Installing The System Board

    Operator information panel connector Operator information panel cable 4. Install the cover (see “Removing and replacing the cover” on page 43). 5. Slide the server into the rack. 6. Reconnect the power cords and any cables that were removed. 7. Turn on the peripheral devices and the server. Removing and installing the system board To remove and install the system board, complete the steps in this section.
  • Page 108 11. Press the fan brackets release latches (one is to the left of fan 6 and one is to the right of fan 1) inward toward the fans and rotate the fan assembly brackets up toward the front of the server. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 109: Installing The System Board

    12. Lift up the system board and carefully remove it from the server, being careful not to damage any surrounding components. 13. If you are instructed to return the system board, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.

  • Page 110: Removing And Installing A Cd/Dvd Drive

    3. Remove the cover (see “Removing and replacing the cover” on page 43). 4. Press and hold the release tab 1 down as you push the drive 2 from the rear to slide it out of the bay. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 111: Installing A Cd/Dvd Drive

    5. Slide the drive-retention clip 1 from the side of the drive 2 . Save the clip to use when you install the replacement drive. Drive-retention clip Alignment pins 6. If you are instructed to return the CD/DVD drive, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
  • Page 112 6. Install the retention clip to the side of the drive. Drive-retention clip Alignment pins Note: If you are installing a drive that contains a laser, observe the following safety precaution. Statement 3: ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 113 CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device.
  • Page 114 4. Pull the cable connector latch up and hold it there while you slide the cable connector to the left; then, slide the cable connector latch down to lock the cable in place. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 115 Cable connector latch Spring latch on CD/DVD drive cage The following shows cable routing for the CD/DVD cable: CD/DVD optical drive connector CD/DVD drive cable Note: The CD/DVD cable should be routed over the top of the operation information panel cable (in the middle) and the USB/Video cable (on the bottom) when all three cables are installed in the server.

  • Page 116: Removing And Installing The Virtual Media Key

    Installing the virtual media key To install the virtual media key, complete the following steps: ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 117: Removing And Installing The Optional Two-Port Ethernet Adapter

    1. Read the safety information in “Safety” on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 39. 2. Remove the cover (see “Removing and replacing the cover” on page 43). 3. Align the virtual media key with the mounting tab and slide it down the tab onto the connector on the system board.

  • Page 118: Installing The Optional Two-Port Ethernet Adapter

    5. Attach the Ethernet adapter bracket to the Ethernet adapter (if the bracket is not already installed on the system board). 6. Align the adapter with the Ethernet adapter connector on the system board. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 119: Removing And Installing The Pci Riser-Card Bracket From The Riser Card

    Ethernet adapter filler panel Ethernet adapter Adapter bracket Ethernet adapter connector 7. Lower the adapter onto the connector and press it firmly into the connector on the system board until it is seated firmly. 8. Reinstall the PCI riser-card assembly in PCI riser connector 1 (see “Removing and installing a PCI riser-card assembly”...

  • Page 120: Installing The Pci Riser- Card Bracket From The Riser Card

    5. If you need to install an adapter, see “Removing and installing an adapter” on page 55. 6. Install the PCI riser card assembly (see “Removing and installing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 53). ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 121: Removing And Installing A Remotely Installed Raid Adapter Battery

    7. Reconnect the cables for the adapter. 8. Install the cover (see “Removing and replacing the cover” on page 43). 9. Slide the server into the rack. 10. Reconnect the power cords and any cables that you removed. 11. Turn on the peripheral devices and the server. Removing and installing a remotely installed RAID adapter battery To remove and install a remotely installed RAID adapter battery, complete the steps in this section.

  • Page 122: Installing A Raid Adapter Remotely In The Server

    Make sure that the cable is not pinched and does not cover any connectors or obstruct any components on the system board. 5. Install the battery on the microprocessor 2 air baffle: ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 123 v Connect the battery cable to the battery cable connector on the battery carrier. Battery cable Remote battery cable connector Battery Battery carrier Battery connector v Place the battery carrier in the battery mounting slot on the microprocessor 2 air baffle and ensure that battery carrier posts align with the rings on the battery mounting slot so that the battery carrier is secure in the slot.

  • Page 124: Removing And Installing The Bezel

    1. Insert the tabs on the bottom of the bezel into the holes on the chassis. 2. Rotate the bezel 2 upward to the server and reinstall the bezel screws 1 . ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 125: Removing And Installing The Operator Information Panel Assembly

    3. Reinstall the screws on the video connector 3 . 4. Reinstall the hard disk drives and drive bay filler panels into the drive bays. 5. Install the cover (see “Removing and replacing the cover” on page 43). 6. Reconnect the power cords and any cables that you removed. 7.

  • Page 126: Installing The Operator Information Panel Assembly

    Note: The operation information panel cable should go in between the Video/USB cable (on the bottom) and the CD/DVD cable (on the top) when all three cables are installed in the server. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 127: Completing The Installation

    Operator information panel cable Operator information panel connector 4. Install the cover (see “Removing and replacing the cover” on page 43). 5. Slide the server into the rack. 6. Reconnect the power cords and any cables that you removed. 7. Turn on the peripheral devices and the server. Completing the installation To complete the installation, complete the following steps: 1.
  • Page 128 Cable identifiers are printed on the cables that come with the server and optional devices. Use these identifiers to connect the cables to the correct connectors. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 129: Updating The Server Configuration

    USB cable release lever USB cable There are release levers on the Ethernet and systems management connectors. To disconnect a cable from one of these connectors, pull up on the lever to release the cable. Ethernet activity Ethernet speed LED Ethernet port Ethernet cable release lever Updating the server configuration...
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  • Page 131: Chapter 6. Configuring The Server

    IMM Premium. You can order IMM Premium, if one did not come with your server. v Ethernet controller configuration For information about configuring the Ethernet controller, see “Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controllers” on page 138. © Lenovo 2008, 2009. Portions © IBM Corp. 2007, 2008.

  • Page 132: Using The Setup Utility

    This choice is on the full Setup utility menu only. v System Settings Select this choice to view or change the server component settings. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 133 – Processors Select this choice to view or change the processor settings. – Memory Select this choice to view or change the memory settings. – Devices and I/O Ports Select this choice to view or change assignments for devices and input/output (I/O) ports.
  • Page 134 Important: If the system-error LED on the front of the server is lit but there are no other error indications, clear the IMM system-event log. Also, after you ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 135: Passwords

    complete a repair or correct an error, clear the IMM system-event log to turn off the system-error LED on the front of the server. – POST Event Viewer Select this choice to enter the POST event viewer to view the POST error messages.

  • Page 136: Power-On Password

    Support Web site. v Change the position of the clear CMOS jumper on the system board to bypass the power-on password check. See “Power-on password” for additional information. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 137: Administrator Password

    UEFI boot recovery jumper (J29) IMM recovery jumper (J147) SW4 switch block (reserved) SW3 switch block Attention: Before you change any switch settings or move any jumpers, turn off the server; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables. See the safety information in “Safety”...

  • Page 138: Using The Boot Manager Program

    Created a RAID response file that can be used to configure RAID controllers on similarly configured Lenovo servers. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 139: Using The Lsi Configuration Utility Program

    Table 10. RAID utilities (continued) RAID configuration Where to find more utility Description Location information MegaRAID BIOS For: In system firmware. “Using the WebBIOS Configuration Utility To access: utility” on page 125 v ServeRAID-MR10i (WebBIOS) controller v Use UEFI Setup Utility.

  • Page 140: Starting The Lsi Configuration Utility Program

    To create a RAID array of hard disk drives, complete the following steps: 1. From the list of adapters, select the controller (channel) for which you want to create an array. 2. Select RAID Properties. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 141: Using The Webbios Utility

    3. Select the type of array that you want to create. 4. In the RAID Disk column, use the Spacebar or Minus (-) key to select [Yes] (select) or [No] (deselect) to select or deselect a drive from a RAID disk. 5.

  • Page 142: Creating A Storage Configuration Using The Configuration Wizard

    The Policies panel lists the virtual disk policies that were defined when the storage configuration was created. To change any of these policies, select a policy from the ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 143: Using The Easystartup Dvd

    If you did not receive an EasyStartup DVD with your server, you can download an image from the Lenovo Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. The EasyStartup program has the following features: v Self-booting DVD...

  • Page 144: Configuring Raid

    Select the language of the keyboard you will be using with the program. Note: The following language keyboards are supported: English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Turkish, Italian, and Dutch. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 145: Typical Operating-System Installation

    You will then see one or more reminders about configuring storage devices, and then you will be presented with the Lenovo License Agreement. Read the license agreement carefully. You must agree with terms in order to continue. After agreeing to the license agreement, you will be given the following choices:...

  • Page 146: Installing Your Operating System Without Using Easystartup

    CD image. v UEFI code is stored in ROM on the system board. v IMM firmware is stored in ROM on the baseboard management controller on the system board. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 147: Using The Easyupdate Firmware Updater Tool

    Firmware Updater updates the server firmware in two steps, by updating system and adapter firmware and updating hard disk drive (HDD) firmware. To update your system, first go the Lenovo Support Web site and obtain the ISO file. 1. Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support.

  • Page 148: Recovering The Uefi Firmware

    Use the backup copy of the server firmware until the primary copy is restored. After the primary copy is restored, turn off the server; then, move the J29 jumper back to the primary position (pins 1 and 2). ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 149: Using The Integrated Management Module

    Using the integrated management module The integrated management module (IMM) is a second generation of the functions that were formerly provided by the baseboard management controller hardware. It combines service processor functions, video controller, and (when IMM Premium is installed) remote presence function in a single chip. The IMM supports the following basic systems-management features: v Environmental monitor with fan speed control for temperature, voltages, fan failure, and power supply failure.

  • Page 150: Ibm Advanced Settings Utility Program

    The server has Internet access to obtain prerequisites and to activate the software after the installation is complete. v The server has a static IP address. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 151: Installation Order

    v The server is not a domain controller. However, it is recommended to have the server join a domain. v The account that you use to log in and to install the Core Server has Administrator privileges on the server with full read/write access. Ideally, this account is also a Domain Administrator account.

  • Page 152: Installing Windows 2008 32-Bit Components

    Server (IIS), then click on Add Role Services. Select the necessary role services and click Install. Installing Microsoft SNMP services To install Microsoft SNMP services, complete the following steps: ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 153: Uninstalling The Landesk Software Agent

    1. Click Add Features in the Features Summary section on the main page of Server Manager. 2. Select the SNMP Services checkbox. 3. Click Next, then Install. Uninstalling the LANDesk Software Agent If the Core Server has LANDesk agents on it from a previous Management Suite release, it will fail the autorun prerequisite check.

  • Page 154: Obtaining The Ip Address For The Imm

    If the Ethernet ports in the server support auto-negotiation, the controllers detect the data-transfer rate (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 1000BASE-T) and duplex mode (full-duplex or half-duplex) of the network and automatically operate at that rate and mode. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 155 To find updated information about configuring the controllers, complete the following steps. Note: Changes are made periodically to the Lenovo Web site. The actual procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document. 1. Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support.
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  • Page 157: Chapter 7. Solving Problems

    The information is collected into a file that you can send to the Lenovo Support Center. Additionally, you can view the server information locally through a generated text report file. You can also copy the log to removable media and view the log from a Web browser.

  • Page 158: Post

    2. When the prompt Press F1 for Setup appears, press F1. If you have set both a power-on password and an administrator password, you must type the administrator password to view the error logs. 3. Use one of the following procedures: ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 159: Clearing The Error Logs

    v To view the POST error log, select System Event Logs, and then select POST Error Log. v To view the IMM system event log, select System Event Logs --> IMM System Event Log Clearing the error logs To clear the error logs, complete the following steps: Note: The POST error log is automatically cleared each time the server is restarted.

  • Page 160: Troubleshooting Tables

    Make sure that the operating-system media is supported by the EasyStartup program. program will not start the See the EasyStartup User Guide for a list of supported operating-system versions. operating-system media. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 161: Cd/Dvd Drive Problems

    CD/DVD drive problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),”...

  • Page 162: Hard Disk Drive Problems

    This can cause the server to overheat and shut down. 2. Check the system-error log or IMM system event log (see “POST” on page 142). ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 163: Keyboard, Mouse, Or Pointing-Device Problems

    v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),”...
  • Page 164 3. Replace the following components one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time: a. Mouse or pointing device b. (Trained service technician only) System board ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 165: Memory Problems

    Memory problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),”...

  • Page 166: Microprocessor Problems

    If the error is associated with a microprocessor, replace the microprocessor. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 167: Monitor Problems

    Monitor problems Some monitors have their own self-tests. If you suspect a problem with your monitor, see the documentation that comes with the monitor for instructions for testing and adjusting the monitor. If you cannot diagnose the problem, call for service.
  • Page 168 3. Replace the components listed in step 2 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time: a. Monitor cable b. Monitor c. (Trained service technician only) Replace the system board. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 169: Optional-Device Problems

    Optional-device problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),”...

  • Page 170: Power Problems

    7. See “Power-supply LEDs” on page 34. 8. See “Troubleshooting tables” on page 144. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 171 v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),”...

  • Page 172: Serial-Device Problems

    2. If you received any error messages when using the software, see the information that comes with the software for a description of the messages and suggested solutions to the problem. 3. Contact the software vendor. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 173: Universal Serial Bus (Usb) Port Problems

    Universal Serial Bus (USB) port problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).

  • Page 174: Remind Button

    LEDs that were lit before you removed power from the server. The LEDs will remain lit for as long as you press the switch, to a maximum of 25 seconds. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 175: Easyled Leds

    EasyLED LEDs The following table describes the LEDs on the EasyLED panel and suggested actions to correct the detected problems. Note: Check the system-error log or IMM system event log for additional information before replacing a FRU. Table 13. EasyLED panel LEDs Description Action None, but the...
  • Page 176 4. Reinstall the microprocessor in socket 1 and restart the server. 5. Replace any failing device. 6. (Trained service technician only) Replace the system board, if the problem remains. (Continued on the next page.) ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 177 Table 13. EasyLED panel LEDs (continued) Description Action OVER SPEC The power supplies are If the 12V channel E error LED is lit, complete (Continued) using more power than the following steps: their maximum rating. 1. Turn the server off and disconnect the power from the server.
  • Page 178 2. (Trained service technician only) Replace the incompatible microprocessor. 3. Check the system-error logs for information about the error. Replace any components identified in the error log. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 179: Diagnostic Programs And Messages

    Table 13. EasyLED panel LEDs (continued) Description Action A microprocessor has 1. Make sure that the failing microprocessor, failed. which is indicated by a lit LED on the system board, is install correctly. 2. (Trained service technician only) Replace the microprocessor. DASD A hard disk drive error has 1.
  • Page 180 The following table describes the problems that are indicated by various combinations of the power-supply LEDs and the power-on LED on the operator information panel and suggested actions to correct the detected problems. ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 181 Power-supply LEDs Power-supply error LED Description Action No power to the 1. Check the ac power to the server. server, or a problem 2. Make sure that the power cord is connected to a with the ac power functioning power source. source.
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  • Page 183: Appendix A. Getting Help And Technical Assistance

    Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about Lenovo products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from Lenovo to assist you. This section contains information about where to go for...

  • Page 184: Calling For Service

    Hardware and software configuration information Using other services If you travel with a Lenovo notebook computer or relocate your computer to a country where your desktop, notebook, or server machine type is sold, your computer might be eligible for International Warranty Service, which automatically entitles you to obtain warranty service throughout the warranty period.

  • Page 185: Purchasing Additional Services

    Service availability and service name might vary by country or region. For more information about these services, go to the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/. Lenovo product service...
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  • Page 187: Appendix B. Notices

    Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.

  • Page 188: Trademarks

    Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment. Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo Lenovo logo ThinkServer...

  • Page 189: Compliance With Republic Of Turkey Directive On The Restriction Of Hazardous Substances

    Lenovo makes no representations or warranties with respect to non-Lenovo products. Support (if any) for the non-Lenovo products is provided by the third party, not Lenovo. Some software might differ from its retail version (if available) and might not include user manuals or all program functionality.

  • Page 190: Battery Return Program

    For Taiwan: Please recycle batteries. For the European Union: Notice: This mark applies only to countries within the European Union (EU). ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 191: German Ordinance For Work Gloss Statement

    For proper collection and treatment, go to http://www.lenovo.com/lenovo/environment. For California: Perchlorate material - special handling may apply. See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/ hazardouswaste/perchlorate/.

  • Page 192: Industry Canada Class A Emission Compliance Statement

    Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.

  • Page 193: German Class A Compliance Statement

    Grenzwerte der EN 55022 Klasse A ein. Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der Lenovo empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. Lenovo übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung der Lenovo verändert bzw.

  • Page 194: Japanese Voluntary Control Council For Interference (Vcci) Statement

    Anmerkung: Um die Einhaltung des EMVG sicherzustellen sind die Geräte, wie in den Handbüchern angegeben, zu installieren und zu betreiben. Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement Japanese recycling statements ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 195: Taiwanese Class A Warning Statement

    Taiwanese Class A warning statement Chinese Class A warning statement Korean Class A warning statement Appendix B. Notices...
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  • Page 197: Index

    158 LSI Configuration Utility 115 EasyLED panel connector location 15 Ethernet 26 EasyStartup Ethernet systems-management 26 using 127 power supply 25 electrical input 11 serial 26 USB 15, 26 © Lenovo 2008, 2009. Portions © IBM Corp. 2007, 2008.
  • Page 198 44 gloss statement (Germany) 175 IP address grease, thermal 75 obtaining for the IMM 138 hard disk drive jumper, clear CMOS (password override) 120 formatting 124 ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 199 keyboard problems 147 network operating system (NOS) installation without EasyStartup 130 notes 2 notes, important 172 notices 171 notices and statements 2 ac power 25 dc power 25 Ethernet-link status 26 for CD-RW/DVD drive activity 16 for Ethernet activity 16 obtaining for hard disk drive activity 15 the IP address for the IMM 138...
  • Page 200 PCI riser-card assembly 53 systems management 7 battery 84 systems-management CD or DVD drive 94 Ethernet connector 26 the IBM ServeRAID-BR10i controller 65 riser-card assembly location 56 ThinkServer RD210 Types 3795, 3796, 3818, and 3819: Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 201 IBM Advanced Settings 134 utility, Setup menu choices 116 starting 116 video connector front 15 rear 26 video controller, integrated specifications 11 Web site Lenovo support 5, 39, 73, 130, 131, 139 publication ordering 167 support 167 what the server offers 7 Index...
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  • Page 204 Part Number: 46U1926 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 46U1926...

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