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- Page 1 SV-2003-X2 Server Operations Manual 22355 TAG Way Dulles, VA 20166...
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Page 2: Copyright © 2008 Technology Advancement Group®, Inc. (Tag®)
1 Copyright © 2008 Technology Advancement Group®, Inc. (TAG®) All rights reserved. This publication and its contents are proprietary to TAG. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the written permission of TAG, 22355 TAG Way, Dulles, Virginia 20166-9310. -
Page 3: About This Manual
Each server is capable of handling (2) Quad-Core Xeon processors. The dual server suite meets military standards such as shock, vibration, and humidity. TAG built the SV-2003-X2 to relieve potential problems with a single failing power supply and to create a product that end users can rely on. -
Page 4: About Tag
United States and abroad. TAG has two operating segments consisting of the Tactical Systems and Information and Engineering Services business units;... - Page 5 TAG's electrical engineering division designs programmable power solutions and advanced sensor technologies including digital receivers, advanced digital signal processors and thermal detection systems. TAG's thermal engineering applies survivability techniques to ensure systems and instruments are designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions...
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Page 6: Document Revision History
Operations Manual Document Revision History Date Version Updated By Description of Number Changes 02/14/2008 Alan Huckerby Author 03/20/2008 Alan Huckerby Author SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 6 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07... -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Operations Manual Table of Contents Contents Copyright © 2008 Technology Advancement Group®, Inc. (TAG®) ......2 Trademarks ......................2 About This Manual ....................... 3 Scope and Audience ....................3 2.1.1 Organization ...................... 3 ... - Page 8 Operations Manual Upgrading Memory and Replacing Hot-Swap and LRU Components ....58 5.4.1 Preventing Static Electricity ................58 Replacing a Hot-Swap Power Supply Module ............59 Replacing a Hot-Swap Hard Drive ................60 ...
- Page 9 Operations Manual List of Figures Figure 4-1 SV-2003-X2 Server Components and Connectors (Front View) ....17 Figure 4-2 Server Mother Board ..................18 Figure 4-3 Server Mother Board ..................19 Figure 4-4 I/O Connectors ..................... 25 Figure 4-5 Slot-loading low-profile DVD±R (DL)/-RAM/CD-RW Drive ......
- Page 10 Operations Manual Figure 5-38 Processor Configuration ................51 Figure 5-39 Processor Configuration ................52 Figure 5-40 Memory Configuration ................52 Figure 5-41 ATA Controller Configuration ..............53 Figure 5-42 Serial Port Configuration ................53 Figure 5-43 Floppy/USB Configuration ................54 ...
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Page 11: Cautions And Warnings
Operations Manual Chapter 1 Cautions and Warnings. Electronically distributed. Subject to user discretion when printed. SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 11 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07... -
Page 12: Safety Instructions
Operations Manual 3 Safety Instructions 3.1 Types of warnings used in this manual Read this manual thoroughly, paying special attention to the cautions and warnings. 3.1.1 Safety Symbols and Labels DANGER WARNING CAUTION These warnings and cautions indicate situations or practice that might result in property damage. - Page 13 Operations Manual 3.1.2.3 Cautions Cautionary messages should also be heeded to help you reduce the chance of losing data or damaging the system. Cautions are easy to recognize. The word “caution” is written as “CAUTION,” both capitalized and bold and is followed by text in italics.
- Page 14 Operations Manual Chapter 2 SV-2003-X2 Server. Electronically distributed. Subject to user discretion when printed. SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 14 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07...
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Page 15: Server Overview
Operations Manual 4 Server Overview 4.1 Product Information This chapter provides an introductory overview of the TAG family of rugged servers. TAG servers are highly customizable; the specific components vary depending on the mission requirements. Your system may contain components not described in this chapter. For... -
Page 16: Additional Specifications
Operations Manual • Intel 5000P chipset, 1333MHz FSB • On-board ATI graphics controller with 16MB • On-board SATA controllers • (2) 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports • One serial port (RJ-45 connection • (2) USB 2.0 ports front, (2) USB 2.0 ports rear •... -
Page 17: Server Highlights
Figure 4-1 SV-2003-X2 Server Components and Connectors (Front View) 4.3 Server Components This section provides an overview of the most common components installed in TAG rugged servers. Information is also provided on how to identify specific components within your server. -
Page 18: Motherboard And Type
Operations Manual 4.3.1 Motherboard and Type The version of an Intel server motherboard can be determined by decoding the last three digits of the board part number. For example: For the product C44686-703, the number following the "-" is as follows: 7 = Fabrication (FAB) Number 03 = Revision 3. -
Page 19: Connector And Component Locations
Operations Manual 4.3.3 Connector and Component Locations Figure 4.3 shows the board layout of the server board. Each connector and major component is identified by a number or letter, and a description is given below in Table 4.3. Figure 4-3 Server Mother Board SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 19 of 72... -
Page 20: System Memory
TAG technical support can assist you in determining the type and amount of system memory in your system. See “Contacting information on TAG on back page of this manual for information on how to contact Technical Support. SV-2003-X2 Server... -
Page 21: Tag Approved Bios
If you desire to have the BIOS updated, consult TAG technical support in advance as updates to your approved BIOS may cause your system to become unstable or inoperable. - Page 22 Operations Manual 4.5.1.2 Com / Serial Port Most personal computers have two serial ports. In the BIOS you can assign COM1/COM2/COM3/COM4 to serial port 1 or Most BIOS' also allow you to set the I/O and IRQ but this is mostly done automatically. 4.5.1.3 Hard Drives Most modern BIOS' allow automatic detection of disk parameters.
- Page 23 Operations Manual 4.5.1.4 Boot Sector Virus A common setting related to hard drives. When enabled, the BIOS issues a warning message/beep if an attempt is made to write to the boot sector or partition table of a hard disk. 4.5.1.5 Memory Parity adds an extra bit (odd or even) to the 8- bit data-string to ensure data integrity in memory modules.
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Page 24: Identifying Your I/O Connectors
Operations Manual 4.5.1.9 Plug and Play BIOS Today's BIOS' are Plug and Play (PnP)-aware. This means they are able to automatically assign resources such as IRQ and DMA to PnP devices. Information about PnP devices is stored in a separate area of non-volatile CMOS memory, called the Extended System Configuration Database (ESCD). -
Page 25: Standard Server Components
Figure 4-4 I/O Connectors 4.7 Standard Server Components The following sections provide information on the standard system components installed on TAG servers 4.7.1 CD/DVD Drive The type of optical drive installed in your server varies per configuration. Figure 4.5. Figure 4-5 Slot-loading low-profile DVD±R (DL)/-RAM/CD-RW Drive... -
Page 26: Dual-Redundant, Auto-Sensing Power Supply
Swap a power supply module refer to the Procedures Section of this manual. Replacing a Hot-Swap power supply. Although most TAG power supplies for the 1U and 4U series servers are similar in physical sizes, and physical characteristics, some servers use smaller foot print power supplies. -
Page 27: Pci I/O Expansion Cards
PCI I/O components that may be included with your server. For detailed information on these components, refer to the manufacturers' websites, or contact TAG Technical Support at tech.support@tag.com. For more information, See back page of this document. 4.8.1 Adaptec PCI-Express RAID Controller The Adaptec RAID 3805 is an 8-port controller that supports SATA and SAS drives. -
Page 28: Pci Audio Card
Operations Manual 4.8.2 PCI Audio Card The SV-2003-X2 server carries a PCI Sound Blaster 24 –bit Audio card with: • Patented CMSS 3D Audio Technology • EAX Music Enhancements • Full Windows Media Player 9 Support • Complete Cinematic Surround Sound 4.8.3 Intel Remote Management Module The Intel RMM2 is used for the initial server set-up, on-going production monitoring and... - Page 29 Operations Manual • Security SSL, SSH, KVM Encryption, authentication using LDAP or RADIUS • Remote Management, power control or reset remote servers, monitor system sensors, and view the hardware event log • SMASH CLP, WS-MAN • Email Alert sends system administrators notifications via email of system changes SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446...
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Page 31: Procedures
Chapter 3 5 Procedures The procedures within this Chapter contain relevant information to ensure your SV-2003- X2 Server maintains its maximum performance potential. 5.1 Installing Red Hat 4.5 for S5000PAL and Adaptec 3805 system 1. Make sure that the supplied floppy is in a USB floppy drive and attached to the system;... -
Page 32: Figure 5-2 Introductory Screen
Chapter 3 This will trigger the automated format and install onto the RAID. After the install is complete the DVD will eject and boot into the Linux OS. Figure 5-2 Introductory Screen 4. Press Enter Figure 5-3 Loading Drivers SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 32 of 72 Version 1.0. -
Page 33: Figure 5-4 Welcome Screen
Chapter 3 After the drivers have been installed you will see the full welcoming screen that will allow you to install the full version of Linux 4.5. Figure 5-4 Welcome Screen 5. Press Next. This will take you to the language screen. -
Page 34: Figure 5-6 Keyboard Selection
Chapter 3 6. At the language screen select English (English) and Press Next. Figure 5-6 Keyboard Selection 7. Select the appropriate keyboard selection and press Next. Figure 5-7 Search for previously installed installations SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 34 of 72 Version 1.0. -
Page 35: Figure 5-8 Disk Partitioning Setup
Chapter 3 8. At the keyboard screen and after keyboard is chosen the system will automatically search for previously installed configurations. Press Next. Figure 5-8 Disk Partitioning Setup 9. Select Automatic Partitioning and Press Next. Figure 5-9 Disk Partition Warning SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 35 of 72... -
Page 36: Figure 5-10 Automatic Partitioning
Chapter 3 10. At the Disk Partitioning Warning Select YES and Press Next. Figure 5-10 Automatic partitioning At the Automatic partitioning screen Select “Remove all Partitions on this system.” Ensure that both driver sda-139784 MB ADAPTEC RAID stripe and Review (and modify if needed) the partitions created are checked. -
Page 37: Figure 5-12 Disk Setup
Chapter 3 11. At the Automatic Partitioning screen a further warning will appear. Select YES and Press Next. Figure 5-12 Disk Setup 12. Leave the settings on default and Press Next. Figure 5-13 Boot Loader Configuration SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 37 of 72 Version 1.0. -
Page 38: Figure 5-14 Firewall Configuration
Chapter 3 13. Leave the settings on default and Press Next Figure 5-14 Firewall Configuration 14. Check “Enable Fire Wall” Press Next. Figure 5-15 Additional Language Support 15. At the “Additional Language Support” screen Check English (USA). Press Next. SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 38 of 72 Version 1.0. -
Page 39: Figure 5-16 Time Zone Selection
Chapter 3 Figure 5-16 Time Zone Selection 16. At the “Time Zone Selection” screen Select America/New York, Eastern Time. Press Next. Figure 5-17 Set Root Password SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 39 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07... -
Page 40: Figure 5-18 Set Root Password (Confirmation)
Chapter 3 17. Enter and confirm account password. Must enter Password as “Password” selection. Press Next. Figure 5-18 Set Root Password (Confirmation) 18. Confirm Root User password selection. Press Next. Figure 5-19 Package Installation Defaults SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 40 of 72 Version 1.0. -
Page 41: Figure 5-20 About To Install
Chapter 3 19. On the “Package Installation Default” screen Select “Install Default Software Packages”. Press Next. Figure 5-20 About to Install CAUTION: Once you click Next there is no undo. 20. Press NEXT to begin installation. Figure 5-21 Installation SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 41 of 72 Version 1.0. -
Page 42: Figure 5-22 Still Installing Buttons Are Disabled
Chapter 3 21. Press Next Figure 5-22 Still Installing Buttons are disabled. Figure 5-23 Installation Complete 22. Remove all diskettes or CD ROMs. Press REBOOT. SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 42 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07... -
Page 43: Figure 5-24 System Check
Chapter 3 Figure 5-24 System Check Figure 5-25 Welcome 24. Press Next. SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 43 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07... -
Page 44: Figure 5-26 License Agreement
Chapter 3 Figure 5-26 License Agreement Check YES If you agree to the licensing agreement. Press Next. Figure 5-27 Set Date and Time 25. Set Date and Time for the system. Press Next. SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 44 of 72 Version 1.0. -
Page 45: Figure 5-28 Set Display Color And Resolution
Chapter 3 Figure 5-28 Set Display Color and Resolution. 26. Press Next. Figure 5-29 Set Color Depth 27. Change the Resolution to “1024 x 768” (Your displays optional resolution. Default is 1024 x 768.). Press Next. SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 45 of 72 Version 1.0. -
Page 46: Figure 5-30 Display
Chapter 3 Figure 5-30 Display 28. Select Color display and Resolution. Press Next. Figure 5-31 System User (Non Administrative) 29. Press Next. SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 46 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07... -
Page 47: Figure 5-32 Personal User Account
Chapter 3 Figure 5-32 Personal user Account 30. Create a Personal User Account. Click Continue and Press Next. Figure 5-33 Additional CDs 31. Installation as required. Press Next. SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 47 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07... -
Page 48: Figure 5-34 Finish Setup
Chapter 3 Figure 5-34 Finish Setup 32. Press Next Figure 5-35 Log In Screen 33. Enter User name. SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 48 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07... -
Page 49: Figure 5-36 Log In Screen
Chapter 3 Figure 5-36 Log in Screen 34. Enter Password. Installation Complete. SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 49 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07... -
Page 50: Server Startup
Chapter 3 5.2 Server Startup 1. Check to make sure that all the cables are seated and connected correctly to the back of the unit such as keyboard, mouse, monitor VGA cable and both power cables. 2. Then Press the power switch ON to start the computer (power switch is located in the front of the unit) 3. -
Page 51: Bios Configuration For Sv-2003-X3
Chapter 3 5.3.1 BIOS Configuration for SV-2003-X3 1. On the Main page, change Quiet Boot to [Disable]. Set the System date and time. (Figure 5-11). Figure 5-37 BIOS Setup 2. No changes for Processor Configuration. (Figures 5-12 & 5-13) Figure 5-38 Processor Configuration SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 51 of 72... -
Page 52: Figure 5-39 Processor Configuration
Chapter 3 Figure 5-39 Processor Configuration 3. No changes for Memory Configuration. (Figure 5-14) Figure 5-40 Memory Configuration SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 52 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07... -
Page 53: Figure 5-41 Ata Controller Configuration
Chapter 3 4. No changes for ATA Controller Configuration. (Figure 5-15) Figure 5-41 ATA Controller Configuration 5. No changes for Serial Port Configuration. (Figure 5-16) Figure 5-42 Serial Port Configuration SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 53 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07... -
Page 54: Figure 5-43 Floppy/Usb Configuration
Chapter 3 6. No changes for USB Configuration. (Figure 5- Figure 5-43 Floppy/USB Configuration 7. No changes are necessary for PCI Configuration. (Figure 5-18) Figure 5-44 PCI Configuration SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 54 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07... -
Page 55: Figure 5-45 System Acoustic Configuration
Chapter 3 8. No changes for System Acoustic and Performance Configuration. (Figure 5-19) Figure 5-45 System Acoustic Configuration 9. No changes for Security. (Figure 5-20) Figure 5-46 Security 10. No changes for Server Management. (Figure 5-21) SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 55 of 72 Version 1.0. -
Page 56: Figure 5-47 Server Management
Chapter 3 Figure 5-47 Server Management 11. Set boot order as follows: DVD (IDE PS), RAID (AAR-3805), LAN (IBA GE) and finally the EFI Shell. (Figure 5.22). Figure 5-48 Boot Order. SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 56 of 72 Version 1.0. -
Page 57: Figure 5-49 Save Changes
Chapter 3 12. Select Save changes and Exit.. (Figure 5-23) Figure 5-49 Save Changes SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 57 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07... -
Page 58: Upgrading Memory And Replacing Hot-Swap And Lru Components
Chapter 3 5.4 Upgrading Memory and Replacing Hot-Swap and LRU Components 5.4.1 Preventing Static Electricity This section provides procedures for replacing all Hot-Swappable and LRU components, including procedures for replacing or adding system memory. The components inside your computer are extremely sensitive to static electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD). -
Page 59: Replacing A Hot-Swap Power Supply Module
Never slide memory modules or components over any surface. 5.5 Replacing a Hot-Swap Power Supply Module Your TAG server was designed with the ability to Hot-Swap a power supply module without disconnecting system power. Refer to Figure 4- 12 and the steps that follow to Hot-Swap a power supply module. -
Page 60: Replacing A Hot-Swap Hard Drive
Chapter 3 3. Loosen the thumb screws on the desired module to be replaced. 4. Depress the module safety latch and gently pull the handle as shown in Figure 4-12. Figure 5-51 Hot-Swap of 2U Server Power Supply Module 5. Slide the replacement module into the power supply. -
Page 61: 147Gb Sas Hard Drive
You might also have to reconfigure your application software to operate without the removed drive. Therefore it is strongly recommended that you contact TAG Technical Support at tech.support@tag.com before attempting to Hot-Swap a hard drive. -
Page 62: Adding Or Replacing System Memory
CAUTION It is not safe to operate TAG servers without the cover in place. Failure to take this precaution may result in personal injury and system damage. -
Page 63: Install System Memory
Chapter 3 designed to meet and exceed many MIL-STD requirements to ensure survivability in the field. 5.8.1 Install system memory. Unlatch both DIMM socket levers, as shown in Figure 4-14. Figure 5-53 DIMM Module Bank 1. Note the location of the alignment notch. 2. - Page 64 Chapter 4 Chapter 4 RAID Electronically distributed. Subject to user discretion when printed. SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 64 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07...
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Page 65: Raid
Chapter 4 6 RAID RAID is an acronym for Redundant Array of Inexpensive (or Independent) Disks. This section provides a high-level overview that defines RAID, the advantages and disadvantages of various RAID levels, and guidelines to observe when implementing RAID. 6.1 RAID Defined RAID is a way of storing data on two or more physical disks for the purpose of redundancy,... -
Page 66: Reasons For Raid
Chapter 4 6.1.1 Reasons for RAID Depending on how you implement RAID (which RAID level you use), the benefits include one or both of the following: • Faster performance: In RAID 0, 10, or 50 arrays, the host system can access multiple disks simultaneously. -
Page 67: Figure 6-1 Raid Level 1 (Mirroring)
Chapter 4 Figure 6-1 RAID Level 1 (Mirroring) SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 67 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07... -
Page 68: Configuring Raid 1 On Adaptec 3805
Chapter 4 6.2 Configuring RAID 1 ON ADAPTEC 3805 1. When prompted, press Ctrl A to enter the RAID menu. (Figure 6.2) Figure 6-2 Raid Setup Utility 1. Select Array Configuration Utility from the menu then press “Enter” (Figure 6.3). Figure 6-3 Array Configuration Utility SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446... -
Page 69: Figure 6-4 Create Array
Chapter 4 3. Select Create Array from the menu and press Enter. (Figure 6-4) Figure 6-4 Create Array 2. Press the Space bar twice to select both drives. Then press Enter to continue. (Figure 6.5). Figure 6-5 Select Both Drives SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 69 of 72... -
Page 70: Figure 6-6 Highlight Raid
Chapter 4 3. Highlight RAID 1(Mirror) press Enter. (Figure 6-6 Figure 6-6 Highlight RAID 4. Press Enter to continue. (Figure 6.7) Figure 6-7 Array Properties SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 70 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07... -
Page 71: Figure 6-8 Array Properties
Chapter 4 5. Select Disable for Write Caching and press Enter. Then select Quick Init and press Enter twice to continue. (Figure 6-8) Array Properties Figure 6-8 6. A warning will appear, press Enter to create the RAID. SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 71 of 72 Version 1.0. - Page 72 USA 1-800-TAG-TECH Outside USA While every precaution has been taken to ensure the accuracy and completeness of this literature. TAG assumes no responsibility and disclaims and liability for damage resulting from use of this information or for any errors or omissions.
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