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Transport TA26 B2932 Service Engineer’s Manual...
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TYAN retains the right to make changes to product descriptions and/or specifications at any time, without notice. In no event will TYAN be held liable for any direct or indirect, incidental or consequential damage, loss of use, loss of data or other malady resulting from errors or inaccuracies of information contained in this document.
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice for the USA Compliance Information State- ment (Declaration of Conformity Procedure) DoC FCC Part 15: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) This device must accept any interference received including inter- ference that may cause undesired operation.
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About this Manual This manual provides you with instructions on installing your Trans- port TA26 B2932. This manual is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers. This manual consists of the following parts: Provides an Introduction to the TA26 B2932 bare- Chapter 1: bone, packing list, describes the external compo- nents, gives a table of key components, and...
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SAFETY INFORMATION Before installing and using the TA26 B2932, take note of the follow- ing precautions: – Read all instructions carefully. – Do not place the unit on an unstable surface, cart, or stand. – Do not block the slots and opening on the unit, which are pro- vided for ventilation.
TYAN is also proud to deliver the Transport TA26 B2932 in SAS flavor while supporting up to eight (8) hot-swap hard drives and one (1) slim DVD-ROM drive. The Transport TA26 B2932 uses TYAN’s latest tooling-made chassis featuring a...
– D 660 x W423 x H 87 mm • Two (2) USB 2.0 ports • One 15-pin VGA port Motherboard • One 9-pin COM port • TYAN Thunder n3600M S2932 • Two RJ45 (Marvell 88E1121 PHY + • Extended ATX footprint (12” x 13”) nVIDIA MAC) Processors Front Panel Features •...
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Server Management • Automatic fan speed control • Chassis intrusion alert • Supports TYAN Server Management (TSM) • Optional TYAN SMDC M3291, IPMI v2.0 compliant remote server management kit Power Supply • EPS 12V, 2U, 600W with PFC for B2932T26W8H •...
If any items are missing or appear damaged, contact your retailer or browse to TYAN’s Web site for service: http://www.tyan.com. The Web site also provides information on other TYAN prod- ucts, plus FAQs, compatibility lists, BIOS settings, and more. 1 x TYAN Driver CD...
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FDD Rails Screw Pack FDD Power Cable Sliding Rail TYAN Logo Chapter 1: Overview...
About the Product The following views show you the product. 1.5.1 System Front View Reset switch ID switch Power LED Power switch Warning LED HDD activity LED USB ports LAN LEDs ID LED HDD Tray DVD-ROM drive Power LEDs Hard Drive Bay x 8 HDD Tray Activity LEDs 1.5.2 System Rear View...
1.5.3 LED Definitions Front Panel Color State Description Power Green Power ON Power OFF HDD Activity Amber Blinking HDD/DVD-ROM access activity No disk activity LAN1/LAN2/Linkage Green LAN linked Green Blinking LAN accessing No LAN linked Fail System fails Abnormal power off Normal Hot Swappable HDD Green...
Chapter 2: Setting Up 2.0.1 Before You Begin This chapter explains how to install the CPU, CPU heatsink, memory modules, hard drives, and floppy drive. Instructions on inserting a PCI card are also given. Take note of the precautions mentioned in this section when installing your system.
2.0.4 Precautions Components and electronic circuit boards can be damaged by discharges of static electricity. Working on a system that is connected to a power supply can be extremely dangerous. Follow the guidelines below to avoid damage to the Transport TA26 B2932 or injury to yourself. •...
Installing Motherboard Components This section describes how to install components on to the motherboard, including CPU, memory modules and PCI card. 2.1.1 Removing the Chassis Cover Follow these instructions to remove the Transport TA26 B2932 chassis cover. 1. Turn the screw on the back side. Then slide the chassis cover in the direction of arrow.
2.1.2 Installing the CPU Follow these instructions to install the CPU. 1. Remove the one screw securing the pre-installed air duct. 2. Remove the air duct and locate the two CPU socket on the motherboard. 3. Remove the cover on the CPU socket. Chapter 2: Setting Up...
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4. Lift up the CPU lever to unlock the socket. 5. Open the socket in the direction as illustrated. 6. Place the CPU in the CPU socket, ensuring that pin 1 is located as shown below. Chapter 2: Setting Up...
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7. Close the cover and press the CPU socket lever down to secure the CPU. 8. Take out the new heatsink from the plastic case as shown (A). Then remove the protective cover to reveal the pre- applied thermal grease (B). 9.
2.1.3 Installing the Memory Follow these instructions to install the memory modules on the motherboard. 1. Remove the one screw securing the pre-installed air duct. 2. Remove the air duct and locate the memory slots on the motherboard. 3. Press the memory slot locking levers in the direction of the arrows as shown below.
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4. Align the memory module with the slot. The module has indentations that align with notches in the slots. 5. Insert the memory module into the slot as shown below. When inserted properly, the memory slot locking levers lock automatically onto the indentations at the ends of the module.
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The following chart outlines the suggested rules for populating memory. Single CPU installed Dual CPU installed (CPU1 only) (CPU1 and CPU2) Population Option CPU1_DIMM0 CPU1_DIMM1 CPU1_DIMM2 CPU1_DIMM3 CPU1_DIMM4 CPU1_DIMM5 CPU1_DIMM6 CPU1_DIMM7 CPU2_DIMM0 CPU2_DIMM1 CPU2_DIMM2 CPU2_DIMM3 CPU2_DIMM4 CPU2_DIMM5 CPU2_DIMM6 CPU2_DIMM7 NOTE: 1.
2.1.4 Installing PCI-E Cards The TA26 B2932 has six PCI card slots: 1 x PCI card slot 2 x PCI-E card slots 3 x PCI-X card slots Follow these instructions to install any of the above kinds of add-in cards in your TA26 B2932 system. 1.
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3. Lift up the bracket. 4. Insert a PCI/PCI-E/PCI-X card into the appropriate slot. Secure the card with the screw you removed from the bracket. Chapter 2: Setting Up...
2.1.5 Installing Hard Drives The TA26 B2932 supports up to eight serial SAS/SATA hard drives. Follow these instructions to install a hard drive. 1. Press the locking lever latch in the direction shown by the arrow below. The latch will pop open. 2.
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4. Remove the base. 5. Place a hard drive into the drive tray. 6. Screw the hard drive in place using 4 HDD screws. 7. Reinsert the tray into the bay and press the locking lever to secure. Chapter 2: Setting Up...
2.1.6 Installing a Floppy Drive This section describes how to install a floppy disk drive in the TA26 B2932 if required. Follow these instructions to install a floppy disk drive in the TA26 B2932. 1. Remove the top, left hand drive tray from the TA26 B2932 as shown.
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The FDD rails each have a flat side which should be Note: against the body of the floppy drive when installed. There is also a spring catch mechanism on the right hand rail (when looking at the floppy disk drive from the front). 3.
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5. Connect the other end of the power cable to the connec- tor (J37) on the backplane. 6. Connect the other end of the supplied FDD cable to the FDD slot (J10) on the motherboard. To release the floppy disk drive from the drive bay, Note: you will need to press the release catch inside the chassis.
Rack Mounting After installing the necessary components, the Transport TA26 B2932 can be mounted in a rack using the supplied rack mounting kit. Rack mounting kit Sliding Rails x 2 Mounting Ears x 2 Screws Kit x 1 Mounting Brackets x 4 (pre-installed) 2.2.1 Installing the Server in a Rack Follow these instructions to mount the TA26 B2932 into an industry standard 19"...
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Attaching the Inner Rails to the Unit 7. Screw the handles to each side of TA26 B2932 as shown using two (2) M4L6, S10C screws (A) from the supplied screws kit. 8. Attach the inner rails both sides of the unit using nine (9) M4-L5 screws (C) on each side.
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Installing Outer Rails to the Rack 1. Adjust the outer rail to match the length of the unit. 2. Secure the outer rail to the rack using 2 brackets and M6 screws (B) for each side. Secure the mounting brackets from outside, not inside, of the rack.
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Rackmounting the Server 1. Draw out the middle rail to the latch position. 2. Lift the unit and then insert the inner slide rails into the middle rails. 3. Push the unit in and press the latch key. Chapter 2: Setting Up...
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4. Push the whole system into the rack. 5. Secure the mounting handles of the unit to the rack. To avoid injury, it is strongly recommended that two Note: people lift the TA26 B2932 into the place while a third person screws it to the rack.
Chapter 3: Replacing Pre-Installed Components Introduction This chapter explains how to replace pre installed compo- nents including the motherboard, LED control board, USB adapter board, HDD, and DVD-ROM drive, etc. Take note of the precautions in this section when installing your system.
3.1.3 Precautions Components and electronic circuit boards can be damaged by static electricity. Working on a system that is connected to a power supply can be extremely dangerous. Follow the guidelines below to avoid damage to the Transport TA26 B2932 or injury to yourself. •...
Disassembly Flowchart The following flowchart outlines the disassembly procedure. Rear Components DIMMs Chassis top cover CPU/heatsink assembly Mainboard PCI card Power supply Mainboard Front Components Chassis top cover PCBs DVD-ROM Control Board Backplane The Transport TA26 B2932 should be always Note: powered off before disassembly.
Removing the Cover Before replacing any parts you must remove the chassis cover. Follow these instructions to remove the cover of the Transport TA26 B2932 chassis cover. 1. Remove the screw on the back side. Then slide the chas- sis cover in the direction of arrow. 2.
Replacing Motherboard Components Follow these instructions to replace motherboard compo- nents, including the motherboard. 3.4.1 Disconnecting All Motherboard Cables Before replacing the motherboard or certain components, remove cables connected to the motherboard. Follow these instructions to remove all motherboard cabling. 1.
3.4.2 Removing the Motherboard After removing all of the aforementioned cables, follow these instructions to remove the motherboard from the chassis. 1. Remove the eight screws securing the motherboard to the chassis. 2. Remove the motherboard. Chapter 3: Replacing Pre-Installed Components...
Replacing the Slim DVD-ROM Follow these instructions to replace the DVD-ROM. 1. Remove the FFC cable from the rear of the DVD-ROM drive. 2. Press the tab in the direction shown to release the DVD- ROM drive. 3. Push the DVD-ROM drive through the front of the TA26 B2932.
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4. Remove the two screws that secure DVD-ROM drive to the backplane. 5. Replace the DVD-ROM drive. 6. Secure the DVD-ROM to the backplane using two screws. Then replace the unit into the drive bay and con- nect the DVD-ROM FFC cable. Chapter 3: Replacing Pre-Installed Components...
Replacing the LED Control Board Follow these instructions to replace the LED control board. 1. Remove the screw securing the LED control board unit to the chassis. 2. Remove the connector cables from the backplane. 3. Slide back the LED control board bracket and lift free of the chassis.
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4. Remove the LED control board and USB cables from the LED control board and USB adapter board. 5. Remove the five screws securing the LED control board and USB adapter board to the bracket. 6. Release the LED control board and USB adapter board from bracket.
3.6.1 LED Control Board Features S3 power switch SYSTEM HEADER S2 ID switch S1 reset switch D6 power LED D5 HDD LED D4 W/L LED D3 ID LED D2 LAN2 LED D1 LAN1 LED 3.6.2 LED Control Board Connector Pin Definitions JB1 2x12 Pin Output Connector LAN1 GR-LED + LAN1-LED -...
Replacing the Backplane Follow these instructions to replace the backplane in your TA26 B2932 system. 1. Remove all of cables connected to the backplane, includ- ing fan cables, DVD-ROM cables, LED control board cables, fan control cable, TYFP cable, USB cables, front panel LED cables, power cables, and SAS/SATA cables.
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2. Remove the ten screws to release the backplane. 3. Turn the locking keys at the base of the backplane as shown. 4. Pull out the backplane. 5. Place a new backplane in position and secure in place with the ten screws and locking keys released in step 2 and 3.
3.7.1 M1220 SAS/SATA Backplane Features Front View J35 2x7pin J13 29pin SAS J14 29pin SAS J15 29pin SAS J34 2x5pin LED J11 29pin SAS J12 29pin SAS J7 40pin cd-rom/B J33 2x12pin LED/B J5 2x5pin USB J36 2x7pin J8 29pin SAS J9 29pin SAS J10 29pin SAS Chapter 3: Replacing Pre-Installed Components...
3.7.2 M1220 SAS/SATA Backplane Connector Pin Definitions J32, J33 2x12pin LED board connector LAN1 LED + (link/active) LAN1 LED - (link/active) Reserved Reserved LAN2 LED + (link/active) LAN2 LED - (link/active) Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved ID-LED + ID-LED - W-LED + W-LED - M/B HDD LED + M/B HDD LED -...
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DIOR IORDY CSEL DMACK INTRQ IOCS16 PDIAG CS1FX CS3FX DASP Fan Signal Related Connector Pin Definitions The FAN signal naming is based on HW circuit Note: design only. It might be different from the system fan name. FAN1, FAN2, FAN3: 4-pin Fan connector VDD +12V TACH J1, J2 and J3 power big 4-pin connector...
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J4, J5 USB 2x5pin connector USB1 power + USB2 power + USB1 DATA - USB2 DATA - USB1 DATA + USB2 DATA + USB1 GND USB2 GND Key pin None J37 power small 4-pin connector +12V J36 HDD LED pin out PLED1 ALED1 ALED1 +...
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J35 HDD LED pin out PLED6 + ALED6 - ALED6 + PLED7 + ALED7 - ALED7 + PLED8 + ALED8 - ALED8 + None J38 2x7pin FAN tach and PWM pin out FAN1 tach Reserved FAN2 tach Reserved FAN3 tach Reserved Reserved Reserved...
Replacing the System Fan Follow these instructions to replace the cooling fans in your TA26 B2932 system. 1. Locate the fan connector on the backplane and unplug the fan cable as shown below. 2. Take the fan away from the chassis. 3.
Replacing the Power Supply Follow these instructions to replace the power supply in your TA26 B2932 system. 3.9.1 Standard Power Supply 1. Remove the chassis cover. See “Removing the Cover” on page 38 for more details. 2. Detach the power cables from the motherboard and backplane.
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4. Remove the two screws attaching the power supply to the chassis interior and lift out the unit. 5. Lift the power supply free from the chassis. 6. Replace a new power supply into the chassis following the above steps in reverse. Chapter 3: Replacing Pre-Installed Components...
3.9.2 Optional 1+1 Redundant Power Supply If the optional 1+1 redundant power supply is fitted, either of the two units can be hot swapped. Follow these instructions to replace a single power unit with a redundant power supply unit. Before proceeding, remove the new redundant Note: power supply from its packaging.
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3. Screw the bracket to the rear of the power supply casing. 4. Insert the redundant power supply casing into the chas- sis, making sure it is aligned as shown. 5. Screw the casing to the chassis exterior. Chapter 3: Replacing Pre-Installed Components...
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6. Screw the casing to the chassis interior. 7. Fix the redundant power supply switch to the chassis rear window with two Hex #6-32 screws. 8. Insert the new power supply unit and secure by turning the locking screw. Chapter 3: Replacing Pre-Installed Components...
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9. Re-attach all power supply connector cables to the moth- erboard and backplane. Chapter 3: Replacing Pre-Installed Components...
Appendix I: BIOS Differences The BIOS of B2932 is similar to the BIOS of S2932. There is only one menu different. See the following for the differences in BIOS between B2932 and S2932. For a complete review of S2932 BIOS, refer to the motherboard manual. B2932 Advanced/Hardware Health Configuration BIOS Setup Utility Advanced...
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S2932 Advanced/Hardware Health Information BIOS Setup Utility Advanced Hardware Health Configuration Enables Hardware Health Monitoring Device. H/W Health Function [Enabled] CPUFAN1, 2 FAN1,2 PWM Control [Disabled] FAN3, FAN4, FAN5 PWM Control [Disabled] FAN Fail LED Indicator [Disabled] Hardware Health Event Monitoring Select Screen Select Item Mainboard Voltages Report...
Appendix II: Cable Connection Tables SAS/SATA Cable Table 1: TA26 B2932 Model M1220 SAS/SATA Connects to Motherboard Backplane SAS0 SAS1 SAS2 SAS3 SAS4 SAS5 SAS6 SAS7 FAN Cable Table 2: System Fan to Backplane M1220 SAS/SATA System Fan Connects to Backplane Fan 1 FAN1 4-pin connector...
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Power Supply Cable Table 3: Power Supply to Motherboard Power Supply Connects to Motherboard P1 24-pin power cable PW1 24-pin connector P2 8-pin power cable PW2 8-pin connector P3 4-pin power cable PW3 4-pin connector Table 4: Power Supply to Backplane M1220 SAS/SATA Power Supply Connects to...
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Table 7: System Internal LED Cables to Backplane M1220 SAS/SATA Connects to TA26 B2932 System Backplane (Front side) J34 2x5pin LED System Internal J35 2x7pin LED LED Cables J36 2x7pin LED Table 8: DVD-ROM Related Cable M1220 SAS/SATA Connects to DVD-ROM Backplane Backplane DVD-ROM Backplane...
Appendix III: Installing the SMDC Card The following provides you with the information on installing M3291 SMDC card into a PCI or PCI-X slot in your TA26 B2932 system. 1. Locate the TX/RX and RTS/CTS switch jumpers (J3 and J4) on the SMDC card, and place the jumper caps to close pins 5-8.
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4. Unscrew the bracket from the slot as shown. Lift up the bracket. 5. Connect the other end of SMDC cable to the SMDC con- nector (J18) on the motherboard. 6. Place the SMDC card in the PCI or PCI-X slot as shown.
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7. Secure the PCI bracket with the screw you removed from the card slot cover. Cable Connection Table SMDC Card (M3291) Connects to Motherboard J1 connector J17 SMDC connector...
Appendix IV: FRU Parts Table Model Item Picture Quantity Description Number TYAN S2932WG2 Motherboard S2932WG2NR Motherboard Chassis unit, Chassis Unit CCHA-0090 Maryang2000 Top cover, Mitac CCCV-0020 Maryang2000 Chassis & Metal Parts HDD Carrier, CHDT-0030 External 80x80x38mm, CFAN-0250 FFC0812DE-7N20 60x60x38mm, CFAN-0200...
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Model Item Picture Quantity Description Number PCB ASSY; 2U, Storage 8BAY, SAS M1220 Backplane BACKPLANE M1220 Heat Sink & CHSK-0280 CPU Cooler Cooler AIR_DUCT; Air Duct CADT-0160 PC+ABS, for TA26 R2W-5600P3V, 600W 1+1 CPSU-0180 redundant, for B2932T26W8HR Power Supply P2M-6600P, 600W Single Power CPSU-0170 Supply, for...
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Model Item Picture Quantity Description Number HDD LED Cable CCBL-0090 Assembly, 10-pin, 200mm, for TA26 HDD LED Cable CCBL-0100 Assembly, 14-pin, 200mm, for TA26 Control Board Cable, TYFP1/TYFP2, CCBL-0111 TYFP1 375mm/TYFP2 315mm Chassis Intrusion CCBL-0144 Cable L=800mm USB cable, MB to CCBL-0750 backplane, 300mm, for TA26...
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RMA number should be prominently displayed on the outside of the shipping carton and the package should be mailed pre- paid. TYAN will pay to have the board shipped back to you. TYAN Transport TA26 B2932 User’s Manual v1.0 Document part No. D1867-100...
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