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Machine Types: 3057, 3059, 3061, 3064, 3065, 3069, 3070, 3071,
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  • Page 1 ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types: 3057, 3059, 3061, 3064, 3065, 3069, 3070, 3071, and 4306...
  • Page 2 • Appendix A “Notices” on page 197 First Edition (August 2012) © Copyright Lenovo 2012. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Remote management software ..Configuring RAID using the ThinkServer Lenovo Rack Planner ..EasyStartup program ..ThinkServer Smart Grid Technology ..
  • Page 4 ThinkServer Web site ..Installing or replacing a heat sink..Lenovo Support Web site..Installing or replacing the microprocessor . .

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    제품을 사용하기 전에 제품과 함께 제공되는 문서 DVD의 다국어 안전 지침을 주의 깊게 읽어보십시오. Voordat u het product gebruikt, moet u ervoor zorgen dat u de meertalige veiligheidsinstructies op de documentatie-dvd van het product hebt gelezen en begrijpt. © Copyright Lenovo 2012...
  • Page 6 Ensure that you read and understand all caution and danger statements in this document before you perform the procedures. Read and understand any additional safety information that is included with the server or optional device before you install, remove, or replace the device. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 7 The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of. Do not: • Throw or immerse into water • Heat to more than 100°C (212°F) • Repair or disassemble Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. © Copyright Lenovo 2012...
  • Page 8 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 RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 9 Statement 9 CAUTION: Disconnect the hot-swap fan cables before removing the fan from the device to protect against personal injury. Statement 10 CAUTION: The following label indicates a sharp-edge hazard. © Copyright Lenovo 2012...
  • Page 10 In addition, the device might have multiple connections to dc power. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all connections to dc power are disconnected at the dc power input terminals. viii ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 11 This product contains a Class 1M laser. Do not view directly with optical instruments. Statement 18 CAUTION: Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted products. Statement 19 CAUTION: Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. © Copyright Lenovo 2012...

  • Page 12: Safety Inspection Guide

    Statement 20 CAUTION: A lithium ion battery is provided. To avoid possible explosion, do not burn the battery. Replace the battery only with the Lenovo-approved part. Recycle or discard the battery as instructed by local regulations. Safety inspection guide The purpose of this inspection guide is to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions. As each machine was designed and built, required safety items were installed to protect users and service technicians from injury.

  • Page 13: Grounding Requirements

    Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of the server is required for operator safety and correct system function. Proper grounding of the electrical outlet can be verified by a certified electrician. © Copyright Lenovo 2012...
  • Page 14 ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1. General Information

    • For the most up-to-date information about your server, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver • Lenovo maintains pages on the World Wide Web, where you can get the latest technical information and download documentation or device drivers and updates. To access the Lenovo Support Web site, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support...
  • Page 16 DVD. Note: Lenovo maintains pages on the World Wide Web, where you can get the latest technical information and download documentation or device drivers and updates. Some information in the documents on the documentation DVD might change without notice after the first release of the DVD.
  • Page 17 This document provides information about component locations, replacement procedures for major Field Replaceable Units (FRUs), and troubleshooting and diagnostics. This document is updated frequently, and the most up-to-date version is always available in English on the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkServerUserGuides...
  • Page 18 ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2. Server Setup Road Map

    ThinkServer EasyStartup program. 10. Check for firmware updates. See “Updating the firmware” on page 78. 11. Install management applications and any other applications. Refer to the documentation that comes with the applications that you want to install. © Copyright Lenovo 2012...
  • Page 20 ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 21: Chapter 3. Product Overview

    DVD, and software media. Note: Depending on the model, your server might look slightly different from the following illustration. Figure 1. Server package Server Material box, including power cords, printed documentation, a documentation DVD, and software media Rail kit © Copyright Lenovo 2012...

  • Page 22: Features

    • Two Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Express card slots on the riser card assembly 1 • Three PCI Express card slots on the riser card assembly 2 For detailed information, see “Rear view of the server” on page 26. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 23 – Hot-swap redundant power supplies to protect against significant interruption to the operation of the system when a power supply fails (for server models that come with one power supply, you can purchase a hot-swap redundant power supply option from Lenovo and install it into your server as the second power supply for redundancy) –...
  • Page 24 The advanced system management features are only available when the TMM detects the presence of a ThinkServer Management Module Premium (TMM Premium), which also is known as integrated keyboard, video, and mouse (iKVM) key. The TMM Premium is a remote management module. You can purchase ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 25: Specifications

    TMM Premium from Lenovo and install it on the TMM Premium connector (also known as iKVM connector) on the system board of your server to enable the iKVM function and activate the advanced system management features. For more information about advanced system management, refer to the ThinkServer Management Module User Guide, which is available for download at: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkServerUserGuides...

  • Page 26: Software

    The BIOS and TMM (also known as BMC) firmware keeps updating after the shipment of the server. Lenovo maintains pages on the Support Web site and provides the BIOS and TMM update utilities with instructions for download to help you update the BIOS and TMM firmware if needed. For more information, see “Updating or recovering the BIOS”...

  • Page 27: Thinkserver Smart Grid Technology

    To download the Lenovo Rack Planner program, go to http://www.lenovo.com/drivers and follow the instructions on the Web page. For detailed information about using the Lenovo Rack Planner program, refer to the help system for the program. ThinkServer Smart Grid Technology...
  • Page 28 The pull-out information card is a small plastic tab and can be slid out of the front of the chassis. Figure 2. Label on server models with eight 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays Figure 3. Label on server models with 2.5-inch hard disk drive bays ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 29: Front View Of The Server

    For server models with 12 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays, the machine type, model, and serial number label is attached on the left side of the server. Figure 4. Label on server models with 12 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays Front view of the server This topic provides information to help you locate the parts on the front of the server.
  • Page 30 For more information, refer to the Rack Installation Instructions that comes with your server. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 31 Pull-out information card The machine type, model, and serial number label of the server is attached on the pull-out information card. See “Machine type, model, and serial number label” on page 13. Front panel For detailed information about the controls, connectors, and status LEDs on the front panel, see “Front panel”...
  • Page 32 See Chapter 4 “Turning on and turning off the server” on page 57. The power status LED helps you to determine the current power status. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 33 Power status LED Color Description The server is on. Green None The server is off. Blinking Green The server is in ACPI S1 mode, which also is known as Power On Suspend (POS) mode. In this mode, the microprocessors are not working while other hardware devices are still working.
  • Page 34 Note: The hard disk drive bay number (0-15) is marked above each 2.5-inch hard disk drive bay on the front bezel. Pull-out information card The machine type, model, and serial number label of the server is attached on the pull-out information card. See “Machine type, model, and serial number label” on page 13. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 35: Front Panel

    Slim optical drive Some server models come with a slim SATA optical drive. Rack handle (left) Rack handle (right) If your server is installed in a rack cabinet, you can use the rack handles to help you slide the server out of the rack cabinet;...
  • Page 36 The system error LED helps you to determine if there are any system errors. System error LED Color Description Amber One or more system errors have occurred and the system is likely to fail. None The server is off or the server is on and is working correctly. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 37: Diagnostic Module

    Front USB connectors Used to attach a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, or printer. If you have more than six USB devices, you can purchase a USB hub, which you can use to connect additional USB devices. VGA DB-15 connector Used to attach a VGA-compatible video device, such as a VGA monitor.
  • Page 38 LEDs on the IDM Premium panel. Figure 13. IDM Premium panel Ambient temperature limit LED System fan error LEDs CPU1 DIMM status LEDs Microprocessor status LEDs Power supply error LEDs CPU2 DIMM status LEDs ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 39 System fan error LEDs When a system fan error LED is lit in amber, it indicates that the corresponding system fan is operating slowly or has failed. The following illustration shows the system fans and their numbers. Notes: • Depending on the model, your server might look slightly different from the illustration. •...

  • Page 40: Rear View Of The Server

    Rear view of the server This topic provides information to help you locate the connectors and components on the rear of your server. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 41 You can purchase a hot-swap redundant power supply option from Lenovo and install the power supply to provide power redundancy without turning off the server. On each hot-swap redundant power supply, there is a status LED near the power cord connector. When the LED is lit in green, it indicates that the hot-swap redundant power supply is working correctly.
  • Page 42 Physical link PCI Express Negotiable link width Supported card length and height card slot width x8, x4, x2, x1 Half-length, full-height card x8, x4, x2, x1 Half-length, full-height card x4, x2, x1 Low-profile card ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 43 PCI Express card area for cards on the riser card assembly 1 There are two PCI Express card slots on the riser card assembly 1. Figure 18. Riser card assembly 1 Notes: • For a RAID card, it must be installed into the upper slot (callout ) on the riser card assembly 1.
  • Page 44 USB devices, you can purchase a USB hub, which you can use to connect additional USB devices. VGA DB-15 connector Used to attach a VGA-compatible video device, such as a VGA monitor. Serial port Used to attach a device that uses a 9-pin serial port. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 45: Server Components

    ID LED When you press the ID button on the front of the server, the ID LEDs on both the front and rear of the server are lit to help you locate the server among other servers. You also can turn on the ID LEDs using a remote management program for server presence detection.
  • Page 46 CPU2 DIMMs (vary by model) Rack handle (right) System board 3.5-inch hard disk drive area System board battery Diagnostic module (varies by model) PCI Express cards (available in some models) VGA DB-15 connector Riser card assembly 1 ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 47 Components of server models with 12 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays Figure 21. Components of server models with 12 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays Cooling shroud Backplane for server models with 12 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays Power supply cooling shroud System fans (4) Riser card assembly 2 CPU1 DIMMs (vary by model)
  • Page 48 CRUs are parts that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. If a CRU is determined to be defective during the warranty period, a replacement CRU will be provided to the customer. Customers are responsible for installing the self-service CRUs for this product. Customers also can install optional-service CRUs, which ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 49 FRU information, such as FRU part numbers and supported server models, go to: http:/www.lenovo.com/serviceparts-lookup Notes: • Before servicing a Lenovo product, ensure that you read and understand “Safety information” on page iii. • Use only parts provided by Lenovo. Self-service...

  • Page 50: Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive Status Leds

    On, amber The RAID array has failed and cannot be recovered. You need to recreate a new array. Blinking, green Blinking slowly (about one flash per The hard disk drive is being rebuilt. second), amber ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 51: Raid Card

    Some server models come with a RAID card to provide advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID functions. You also can purchase a supported RAID card from Lenovo and install it into the server. See “Installing or removing the RAID card” on page 101.

  • Page 52: Expander Card

    The expander card works together with the RAID card by expanding the ports on the RAID card so that the server can support up to 16 hard disk drives. Note: The server must have a RAID card and an expander card installed to support more than eight hard disk drives. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 53: Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive Backplane

    The following illustration shows the connectors on the expander card. Each connector on the expander card is used to connect a mini-SAS to mini-SAS signal cable. For detailed information, see “Mini-SAS to mini-SAS signal cable connections” on page 43. Figure 27. Expander card Connector 1 Connector 4 Connector 2...
  • Page 54 4 to hard disk drive 7. Mini-SAS ports 0-3 Used to connect the mini-SAS connector on one end of a mini-SAS to mini-SAS signal cable to support the hard disk drive 0 to hard disk drive 3. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 55 Backplane for server models with 12 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays This topic provides information to help you locate the connectors on the backplane for server models with 12 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays. The following illustrations show the connectors on the backplane for server models with 12 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays.
  • Page 56 Slot 2 for a 2.5-inch hard disk drive or solid-state Slot 6 for a 2.5-inch hard disk drive or solid-state drive drive Slot 3 for a 2.5-inch hard disk drive or solid-state Slot 7 for a 2.5-inch hard disk drive or solid-state drive drive ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 57: Mini-Sas To Mini-Sas Signal Cable Connections

    Figure 33. Rear view of the backplane for server models with 2.5-inch hard disk drive bays 8-pin power connector Mini-SAS ports 0-3 Mini-SAS ports 4-7 Optical drive power connector 8-pin power connector Used to connect a power cable to provide power to the backplane. Mini-SAS ports 4-7 Used to connect the mini-SAS connector on one end of a mini-SAS to mini-SAS signal cable to support the hard disk drive 4 to hard disk drive 7;...
  • Page 58 To support more than eight and up to 12 3.5-inch hard disk drives or up to 16 2.5-inch hard disk drives, your server must have a supported RAID card and an expander card installed. You need to connect cables from the RAID card to the expander card, and then from the expander card to the backplanes. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 59 Use the following instructions to connect cables from the RAID card to the expander card first: • If you are using a ThinkServer RAID 500 Adapter, do the following: 1. Use a mini-SAS to mini-SAS signal cable and connect the mini-SAS connector on one end of the cable to the port 0 on the ThinkServer RAID 500 Adapter.
  • Page 60 Refer to the following topics for information about the connector locations and the power cable connections: • “Hot-swap hard disk drive backplane” on page 39 • “Expander card” on page 38 • “System board components” on page 48 ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 61 Use the following instructions to connect cables from the expander card to the backplane for 12 3.5-inch hard disk drives: 1. For hard disk drive 0 to hard disk drive 3, use a mini-SAS to mini-SAS signal cable and connect the mini-SAS connector on one end of the cable to the connector 3 on the expander card.

  • Page 62: System Board Components

    Internal USB connector 1 Internal USB connector 2 Riser card assembly 2 slot Diagnostic module connector Redundant power supply connector 1 Redundant power supply connector 2 Front VGA connector SATA connector 0 Backplane power connector 1 ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 63 SAS connector 4-7 Backplane power connector 2 Microprocessor socket 2 SAS connector 0-3 System board battery System fan 5 connector Platform Controller Hub (PCH) Memory slots (6) Internal USB Type A connector 2 System fan 4 connector TMM Premium connector Microprocessor socket 1 Internal USB Type A connector 1 System fan 2 connector...
  • Page 64 Used to install the riser card assembly 1. Riser card assembly 2 slot Used to install the riser card assembly 2. Redundant power supply connector 1 Redundant power supply connector 2 Used to connect a hot-swap redundant power supply. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 65: System Board Jumpers And Switches

    Backplane power connector 1 Backplane power connector 2 Used to connect the power cables from the backplane. 24 26 28 30 System fan connectors There are four hot-swap system fans and two dummy system fans installed in the system fan cage in your server.
  • Page 66 To clear CMOS, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 67 2. If the server is installed in a rack cabinet, remove the server from the rack cabinet and place it on a flat, clean, and static-protective surface. See the Rack Installation Instructions that comes with the server. 3. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 83. 4.
  • Page 68 To recover the BIOS, see “Recovering from a BIOS update failure” on page 66. Clear password switch Used to erase forgotten passwords, such as the BIOS passwords. To clear passwords, do the following: ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 69: System Board Leds

    1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server. 2. If the server is installed in a rack cabinet, remove the server from the rack cabinet and place it on a flat, clean, and static-protective surface.
  • Page 70 To solve the problem, you might need to reinstall or replace the system fan. See “Replacing a system fan” on page 170. If it is a system board problem, contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center.

  • Page 71: Chapter 4. Turning On And Turning Off The Server

    • You also can use the related TMM feature to remotely turn off the server through the management LAN. For more information about the TMM, refer to the ThinkServer Management Module User Guide, which is available for download at: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkServerUserGuides © Copyright Lenovo 2012...
  • Page 72 To remove all power from the server, you must disconnect the server from the ac power source. • For information about your specific operating system, refer to the related documentation or help system for the operating system. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 73: Chapter 5. Configuring The Server

    • “Updating the firmware” on page 78 • “Using the Lenovo ThinkServer EasyManage program” on page 79 Using the Setup Utility program This topic provides information about using the Setup Utility program. The Setup Utility program is part of the server firmware. You can use the Setup Utility program to view and change the configuration settings of your server, regardless of which operating system you are using.

  • Page 74: Setup Utility Program Interface

    “Save & Exit menu” on page 62 Lenovo provides the BIOS update utility on the Lenovo Support Web site. You can download the BIOS update utility to update the BIOS if the newer BIOS version specifically solves a problem you have. See “Updating or recovering the BIOS”...
  • Page 75 Notes: • Enabled means that the function is configured. • Disabled means that the function is not configured. The Advanced menu contains the following submenus. For more information, enter the corresponding submenu and refer to the instructions on the screen. •...

  • Page 76: Setting The System Date And Time

    3. Use the Tab key to switch between data elements and type the numbers from the keyboard to set the system date and time. 4. Press F10 to save settings and exit the Setup Utility program. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 77: Using Passwords

    Using passwords By using the Setup Utility program, you can set a password to prevent unauthorized access to your server. You do not have to set a password to use your server. However, using a password improves computing security. If you decide to set a password, read the following topics. Setup Utility program password types The following types of passwords are available in the Setup Utility program: •...

  • Page 78: Selecting A Startup Device

    TPM function is only available when there is a TPM installed in your server. See “Installing the TPM” on page 126. You can purchase a TPM from Lenovo. After installing a TPM, you need to check if the TPM function is enabled in the Setup Utility program.

  • Page 79: Setting The Mode Of The Ethernet Connector 0

    Setup Utility program” on page 59. The TMM firmware provides remote management features. Lenovo might make changes and enhancements to the BIOS and TMM firmware. When updates are released, they are available for download on the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/drivers. You can update the server firmware by downloading an update package and following the instructions on the Web page.

  • Page 80: Recovering From A Bios Update Failure

    BIOS for an easier reconfiguration in the new BIOS version. To update (flash) the BIOS, do the following: 1. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/drivers and follow the instructions on the Web page to locate the BIOS update package. 2. Download the BIOS update package and the installation instructions in a TXT file.

  • Page 81: Using The Thinkserver Easystartup Program

    (bootable) ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD. The user guide for the program also is on the DVD and can be accessed directly from the program interface. If you do not have a ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD, you also can download an ISO image from the Lenovo Support Web site and make a disc by yourself.

  • Page 82: Starting The Thinkserver Easystartup Program

    • Ability to install the operating system and device drivers in an unattended mode to save time • Ability to create a reuseable response file that can be used with similarly configured Lenovo servers to make future installations even faster Starting the ThinkServer EasyStartup program This topic provides instructions on how to start the ThinkServer EasyStartup program.

  • Page 83: Using The Thinkserver Easystartup Program On A Windows Operating System

    DVD into an internal or external optical drive. The DVD starts automatically in most environments. If the DVD fails to start, open the launch.exe file located in the root directory of the DVD. Notes: • You should read and accept the Lenovo License Agreement when prompted. Chapter 5 Configuring the server...

  • Page 84: Configuring Raid

    ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD. Note: The most up-to-date device drivers for various server models are always available for download on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/drivers Configuring RAID This topic provides information about RAID and the utility programs that are available for you to configure RAID.
  • Page 85 • RAID 0: block-level striping without parity or mirroring Simple stripe sets are normally referred to as RAID 0. RAID 0 uses striping to provide high data throughput, especially for large files in an environment that does not require fault tolerance. RAID 0 has no redundancy and it provides improved performance and additional storage without fault tolerance.

  • Page 86: Configuring Raid Using The Thinkserver Easystartup Program

    POST. The RAID array status can be one of the following: • Online This is the normal status, which indicates that the RAID array is working correctly. • Degrade ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 87 This status indicates that more than one hard disk drive in the RAID array cannot be synchronized or have failed. You need to replace the failing hard disk drives and rebuild the data. See “Installing or replacing a hot-swap hard disk drive” on page 148 and “Rebuilding a physical drive” on page 76. •...
  • Page 88 • If you want to add a secondary RAID array (if supported by your server), select View/Add Configuration and then follow the instructions on the screen to view the current configuration and add a new RAID array. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 89: Initializing A Virtual Drive

    • If you want to delete the existing RAID array, exit the program and back up all your data on the hard disk drives. After backing up all your data, enter the program main interface and select Clear Configuration. Select Yes when prompted and follow the instructions on the screen. Attention: Deleting an existing RAID array erases all data on the array.

  • Page 90: Running A Consistency Check

    You must run a consistency check if you suspect that the virtual drive data might be corrupted. Ensure that you back up the data before running a consistency check if you suspect that the data might be corrupted. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 91: Configuring The Advanced Sata/Sas Hardware Raid

    • “MegaRAID Storage Manager Window and Menus” • “Monitoring System Events and Storage Devices” • “Maintaining and Managing Storage Configurations” The MegaRAID SAS Software User Guide also is available on the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkServerUserGuides Configuring the advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID Before configuring RAID for your server, observe the following precautions: •...

  • Page 92: Configuring The Ethernet Controllers

    Some server models come with a RAID card to provide advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID functions. You also can purchase a supported RAID card from Lenovo and install it into the server. See “RAID card” on page 37. The RAID card provides the WebBIOS Configuration Utility program to help you configure RAID independently of the operating system.

  • Page 93: Using The Lenovo Thinkserver Easymanage Program

    The Lenovo ThinkServer EasyManage program enables enterprise users to remotely control and monitor multiple Lenovo servers within a LAN. The program provides an interface to display all severs being managed, which enables the administrator to conveniently search for, monitor, and manage servers.
  • Page 94 ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 95: Chapter 6. Installing, Removing, Or Replacing Hardware

    • Before using the product, ensure that you read and understand the multilingual safety instructions and the Lenovo Limited Warranty (LLW) on the documentation DVD that comes with the product. Reading and understanding the safety instructions reduces the risk of personal injury and damage to your product.

  • Page 96: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    (ESD) wrist strap, if one is available. Ensure that you work in an ESD-safe area. Select a grounding system, such as those listed below, to provide protection that meets the specific service requirement. Note: The use of a grounding system to guard against ESD damage is desirable but not necessary. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 97: System Reliability Guidelines

    – Attach the ESD ground clip to any frame ground, ground braid, or green-wire ground. – When working on a double-insulated or battery-operated system, use an ESD common ground or reference point. You can use coax or connector-outside shells on these systems. –...
  • Page 98 4. If the server is installed in a rack cabinet, remove the server from the rack cabinet and place it on a flat, clean, and static-protective surface. See the Rack Installation Instructions that comes with the server. 5. Press the release button in the direction as shown. Figure 42. Pressing the release button ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 99: Removing And Reinstalling The Front Bezel

    6. Fully open the cover latch and slide the server cover to the rear until it is disengaged from the chassis. Then, lift the server cover off the chassis and set it aside. Note: It is recommended that you wait three to five minutes to let the server cool before removing the server cover.

  • Page 100: Installing, Removing, Or Replacing Hardware

    Express cards, or other server options, and maintain your server by replacing the failing hardware devices. If you are handling a server option, refer to the appropriate installation and or removal instructions in this topic along with the instructions that come with the option. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 101: Removing And Reinstalling The Rack Handles

    Notes: • Use only parts provided by Lenovo. • Depending on the model, your server might look slightly different from the illustrations in this topic. The EMI integrity and cooling of the server are protected by having all drive bays and PCI card slots covered or occupied.
  • Page 102 Figure 47. Removing the rack handles for server models with 12 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays 7. To reinstall the rack handles for server models with 12 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays, do the following: ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 103 a. On each side of the server, insert the signal cable of the rack handle into the hole in the chassis and then push the signal cable through the hole into the chassis. When the signal cable is protruding from the crack between the side edge of the backplane and the inner side of the chassis, hold the signal cable from the rear and carefully pull it into the chassis until it is stopped by the rack handle.
  • Page 104 2.5-inch hard disk drive bays, do the following: 1. On each side of the server, remove the screw that secures the rack handle and then remove the rack handle from the chassis. Figure 50. Removing the rack handles ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 105: Removing And Reinstalling The Cooling Shroud

    2. To reinstall the rack handles, insert the small tab on the rack handle into the hole in the chassis. Then, align the screw hole in the rack handle with the corresponding hole in the chassis and install the screw to secure the rack handle on each side of the server. Figure 51.
  • Page 106 Note: If necessary, gently press the cooling shroud on both sides so that the tabs on the cooling shroud completely engage with both sides of the chassis. Figure 53. Installing the cooling shroud 6. Go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 182. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 107: Removing And Reinstalling The Left Cage

    Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, reinstall the cooling shroud before turning on the server. Operating the server with the cooling shroud removed might damage server components. Removing and reinstalling the left cage Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines”...
  • Page 108 9. To reinstall the left cage, carefully route the cables from the left cage through the left cage hole in the front and then slide the left cage into the chassis until it snaps into position. Figure 55. Sliding the left cage into the chassis ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 109: Installing Or Removing A Memory Module

    10. Ensure that the two screw holes in the rear of the left cage are aligned with the corresponding holes in the chassis. Then, install the two screws to secure the left cage in position. Figure 56. Installing the screws to secure the left cage 11.
  • Page 110 Memory slot (CPU2 DIMMA2) Memory slot (CPU1 DIMMB1) Memory slot (CPU2 DIMMB1) Memory slot (CPU1 DIMMB2) Memory slot (CPU2 DIMMB2) Memory slot (CPU1 DIMMC1) Memory slot (CPU2 DIMMC1) Memory slot (CPU1 DIMMC2) Memory slot (CPU2 DIMMC2) ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 111 The following table explains the memory module installation rules for servers that have only one microprocessor (CPU1) installed. The “X” mark indicates the memory slots into which the memory modules should be installed in different situations. Note: All memory modules to be installed on a server must be the same type (LV RDIMM, RDIMM, or UDIMM) with the same rank, voltage, and frequency.

  • Page 112: Installing A Memory Module

    • Ensure that you consider and follow the memory module installation rules when performing the operation. See “Memory module installation rules” on page 95. • Use any documentation that comes with the memory module and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 113 To install a memory module, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server. 2.

  • Page 114: Removing A Memory Module

    4. Remove the cooling shroud. See “Removing and reinstalling the cooling shroud” on page 91. 5. Locate the memory slots on the system board and read the memory module installation rules. See “Memory module installation rules” on page 95. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 115: Installing Or Removing The Raid Card

    6. Disconnect any cables that might impede your access to the memory slots. 7. Locate the memory module that you want to remove and open the retaining clips on both ends of the memory slot. Then, grasp the memory module by its edges and carefully pull it straight up to remove it from the memory slot.
  • Page 116 7. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new RAID card to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the new RAID card out of the package. Note: Carefully handle the RAID card by its edges. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 117: Removing The Raid Card

    8. Note the dotted lines in the following illustration to properly position the new RAID card near the longer PCI Express card slot on the riser card assembly 1. Then, carefully press the new RAID card straight into the slot until it is securely seated and its bracket also is secured by the riser card assembly 1. Figure 64.
  • Page 118 9. Connect cables depending on your specific server configuration. See “Mini-SAS to mini-SAS signal cable connections” on page 43. 10. Reinstall the riser card assembly 1. See “Replacing the riser card assembly 1” on page 159. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 119: Installing Or Removing The Thinkserver Raid 500 Upgrade Key For Advanced Raid

    Advanced RAID (hereinafter referred to as the TR 500 Key). The TR 500 Key expands the capability of the ThinkServer RAID 500 Adapter by activating RAID 5 and RAID 50 for advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID. You can purchase a TR 500 Key from Lenovo. Installing the TR 500 Key Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Safety information”...
  • Page 120 • If you remove the TR 500 Key, the hardware RAID 5 and RAID 50 will be disabled. • Use any documentation that comes with the TR 500 Key and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic. To remove the TR 500 Key, do the following: ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 121: Installing Or Removing The Thinkserver Raid 700 Battery

    1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server. 2. If the server is installed in a rack cabinet, remove the server from the rack cabinet and place it on a flat, clean, and static-protective surface.
  • Page 122 7. Touch the static-protective package that contains the TR 700 Battery to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the TR 700 Battery out of the package. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 123 8. Position the TR 700 Battery above the ThinkServer RAID 700 Adapter so that the board-to-board connector on the bottom of the TR 700 Battery is aligned with the connector on the ThinkServer RAID 700 Adapter; and the three mounting studs on the bottom of the TR 700 Battery are aligned with the corresponding holes in the ThinkServer RAID 700 Adapter.

  • Page 124: Installing Or Removing The Expander Card

    This topic provides instructions on how to install or remove the expander card. The expander card works together with the RAID card by expanding the ports on the RAID card so that the server can support up to 16 hard disk drives. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 125: Installing The Expander Card

    Notes: • The server must have a RAID card and an expander card installed to support more than eight hard disk drives. • The expander card is extremely sensitive to ESD. Ensure that you read and understand “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 82 first and carefully perform the operation. Installing the expander card Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Safety information”...
  • Page 126 PCI Express card slot on the riser card assembly 1. Then, carefully press the expander card straight into the slot until it is securely seated and its bracket also is secured by the riser card assembly 1. Figure 71. Installing the expander card ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 127: Removing The Expander Card

    9. Connect cables depending on your specific server configuration. See “Mini-SAS to mini-SAS signal cable connections” on page 43. 10. Reinstall the riser card assembly 1. See “Replacing the riser card assembly 1” on page 159. What to do next: •...

  • Page 128: Installing Or Removing An Ethernet Card

    82 first and carefully perform the operation. Installing an Ethernet card Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 81. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 129 This topic provides instructions on how to install an Ethernet card. Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference. Notes: • Depending on the specific type, the Ethernet card might look different from the illustrations in this topic. •...
  • Page 130 Ethernet card. Then, carefully install the screws to securely attach the low-profile bracket to the Ethernet card. Figure 75. Installing the low-profile bracket to the Ethernet card ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 131 Then, transfer the Ethernet card driver from the removable storage device to your server and run the driver file to install the driver. The most up-to-date device drivers for various server models are always available for download on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/drivers Removing an Ethernet card Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Safety information”...
  • Page 132 6. Install a new Ethernet card to replace the old one or install a PCI card slot bracket to cover the place. See “Installing an Ethernet card” on page 114. 7. Reinstall the riser card assembly 2. See “Replacing the riser card assembly 2” on page 161. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 133: Installing Or Removing The Thinkserver Raid 300 Upgrade Key For Advanced Raid

    The TR 300 Key expands the capability of the system board by activating RAID 5 for the ThinkServer RAID 300 (also known as onboard SAS software RAID). You can purchase a TR 300 Key from Lenovo. Installing the TR 300 Key Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Safety information”...
  • Page 134 To configure RAID, see “Configuring RAID” on page 70. Removing the TR 300 Key Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 81. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 135 This topic provides instructions on how to remove the TR 300 Key if your server has one installed on the system board. Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference.
  • Page 136 • To complete the removal procedure, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 182. As the onboard SAS software RAID 5 is not available without the TR 300 Key, you might need to reconfigure RAID for your server. See “Configuring RAID” on page 70. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 137: Installing Or Removing The Thinkserver Management Module Premium

    Therefore, working as an integrated solution in your server, the TMM Premium provides an increased level of manageability over the basic server management available. You can purchase a TMM Premium from Lenovo. Installing the TMM Premium Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Safety information”...
  • Page 138 • To complete the installation, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 182. Then, refer to the ThinkServer Management Module User Guide, which is available for download at http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkServerUserGuides, for more information about server remote management. Removing the TMM Premium Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Safety information”...
  • Page 139 Notes: • If you remove the TMM Premium, the iKVM function for server remote management will be unavailable. • Use any documentation that comes with the TMM Premium and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic. •...

  • Page 140: Installing Or Removing The Thinkserver Trusted Platform Module

    The TPM is a security chip designed by the Trusted Computing Group (TCG) to provide a hardware method of data encryption. It stores passwords, encryption keys, and digital certificates to help provide security solutions and protect the computer. You can purchase a TPM option from Lenovo. Installing the TPM Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Safety information”...

  • Page 141: Removing The Tpm

    6. Insert the TPM into the TPM connector on the system board. Figure 82. Installing the TPM 7. If you have lifted up the riser card assembly 1, reinstall it into the chassis. See “Replacing the riser card assembly 1” on page 159. What to do next: •...
  • Page 142 1 up so that you can access the TPM connector. You do not need to disconnect any cables from the riser card assembly 1 or completely remove the riser card assembly 1. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 143: Installing Or Replacing A Hot-Swap Redundant Power Supply

    5. Remove the TPM installed on the TPM connector by lifting it straight up. Note: Carefully handle the TPM by its edges. Figure 83. Removing the TPM 6. If you have lifted up the riser card assembly 1, reinstall it into the chassis. See “Replacing the riser card assembly 1”...
  • Page 144 • Use any documentation that comes with the new hot-swap redundant power supply and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic. To install or replace a hot-swap redundant power supply, do the following: 1. Do one of the following: ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 145 • If you are installing a hot-swap redundant power supply, locate the bay for the power supply in the rear of your server. Insert a finger into the hole in the metal shield that protects the bay, press the tab in the direction as shown, and then pull the shield out of the chassis.
  • Page 146 4. Note the orientation of the new hot-swap redundant power supply and then slide it into the chassis until it snaps into position. Figure 86. Installing a hot-swap redundant power supply ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 147: Installing Or Replacing A Heat Sink

    5. Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the new hot-swap redundant power supply. Then, check the status LED near the power cord connector. When the LED is lit in green, it indicates that the hot-swap redundant power supply is working correctly. When the LED is lit in amber, it indicates that the hot-swap redundant power supply is likely to fail or has failed.
  • Page 148 9. Remove any protective cover that protects the thermal grease on the bottom of the new heat sink. Then, place the new heat sink on the system board so that the four screws on the new heat sink are aligned with the corresponding mounting studs on the system board. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 149: Installing Or Replacing The Microprocessor

    10. Install the four screws to secure the new heat sink on the system board. It is recommended that you carefully install the four screws using the following method to avoid any possible damage to the system board. a. Partially tighten screw , then firmly tighten screw , and then return to screw and firmly tighten...
  • Page 150 1 and the microprocessor socket 2 is protected by a plastic socket cover. You can purchase a microprocessor option kit from Lenovo and install the second microprocessor to expand system capabilities.
  • Page 151 6. Gently press down the small handle on the microprocessor socket and then pull the handle a little bit outward to release it from the secured position. Then, pivot the handle upward to the fully open position. Then, gently press the microprocessor retainer to open it. Figure 89.
  • Page 152 The new microprocessor is in the correct orientation when this indicator faces the beveled corner of the microprocessor socket. Figure 92. Installing the microprocessor ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 153: Replacing The Microprocessor

    11. Carefully close the microprocessor retainer. Then, carefully close the small handle to lock the retainer into position and secure the new microprocessor in the socket. Figure 93. Securing the microprocessor in the socket 12. Install the new heat sink that comes with the microprocessor option kit. See “Installing or replacing a heat sink”...
  • Page 154 Then, pivot the handle upward to the fully open position. Then, gently press the microprocessor retainer to open it. Figure 94. Opening the small handle and microprocessor retainer ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 155 7. Ensure that the small handle and the microprocessor retainer are in the fully open position. Touch only the edges of the microprocessor and carefully lift it straight up and out of the microprocessor socket. Place the old microprocessor on a static-protective surface. Notes: •...
  • Page 156 The new microprocessor is in the correct orientation when this indicator faces the beveled corner of the microprocessor socket. Figure 97. Installing the microprocessor ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 157: Installing Or Replacing The Optical Drive

    11. Carefully close the microprocessor retainer. Then, carefully close the small handle to lock the retainer into position and secure the new microprocessor in the socket. Figure 98. Securing the microprocessor in the socket 12. Reinstall the heat sink. See “Installing or replacing a heat sink” on page 133. 13.
  • Page 158 See the Rack Installation Instructions that comes with the server. 3. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 83. 4. Locate the optical drive bay. See “Server components” on page 31. 5. Do one of the following: ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 159 • If you are replacing an optical drive, disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the rear of the optical drive. Press the rear of the retaining bracket in the direction as shown and push the optical drive from the rear until it is projected from the front of the chassis. Then, hold the optical drive from the front and completely slide it out of the chassis.
  • Page 160 7. Remove the retaining bracket from the old optical drive or the dummy optical drive tray. Then, install it on the side of the new optical drive. Figure 101. Installing the optical drive retaining bracket ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 161 8. Slide the new optical drive with the retaining bracket into the drive bay from the front until it snaps into position. Figure 102. Installing the optical drive for server models with 3.5-inch hard disk drives Figure 103. Installing the optical drive for server models with 2.5-inch hard disk drives Chapter 6 Installing, removing, or replacing hardware...

  • Page 162: Installing Or Replacing A Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive

    15 to locate the hard disk drive bays in your server. • For RAID configuration, the hard disk drives must be the same type with the same capacity if they are within a single RAID array. For more information, see “Configuring RAID” on page 70. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 163 • For hard disk drives with different capacities, install the hard disk drives following the order of the hard disk drive bays as well as the order from the lowest capacity to the highest capacity. Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference.
  • Page 164 2. Pull the handle and carefully slide the hot-swap hard disk drive or the dummy tray out of the front of the chassis. Figure 107. Removing the 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive or dummy tray ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 165 Figure 108. Removing the 2.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive or dummy tray 3. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new hot-swap hard disk drive to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the new hot-swap hard disk drive out of the package. Note: Do not touch the circuit board on the hard disk drive.

  • Page 166: Replacing The Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive Backplane

    • “Replacing the backplane for server models with 2.5-inch hard disk drive bays” on page 157 Note: The hot-swap hard disk drive backplane is sensitive to ESD. Ensure that you read and understand “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 82 first and carefully perform the operation. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 167 Replacing the backplane for server models with eight 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 81. This topic provides instructions on how to replace the backplane for server models with eight 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays.
  • Page 168 Then, carefully press the new backplane straight down so that it is secured in place by the small retaining studs on the chassis. Figure 113. Installing the backplane for server models with eight 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 169 11. Press the buttons to put the latches on the chassis to the closed position so that the latches secure the new backplane in place. Figure 114. Securing the backplane for server models with eight 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays 12.
  • Page 170 Then, carefully press the new backplane straight down so that it is secured in place by the small retaining studs on the chassis. Figure 116. Installing the backplane for server models with 12 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 171 10. Reinstall all the hot-swap hard disk drives and dummy trays (if any) in the hard disk drive bays. See “Installing or replacing a hot-swap hard disk drive” on page 148. 11. Refer to your note to connect the cables to the new backplane. 12.
  • Page 172 8. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new hot-swap hard disk drive backplane to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, remove the new backplane from the package. Note: Carefully handle the backplane by its edges. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 173: Replacing The Riser Card Assembly 1

    9. Note the orientation of the new backplane. Carefully press the new backplane straight down into the chassis so that it is secured in place by the tabs on the chassis and the three screw holes in the new backplane are aligned with the corresponding holes in the chassis. Then, install the screws to secure the new backplane in place.
  • Page 174 10. If necessary, refer to your note to reconnect any cables to the PCI Express cards on the new riser card assembly 1. You also can refer to “Mini-SAS to mini-SAS signal cable connections” on page 43 for information about cable connections. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 175: Replacing The Riser Card Assembly 2

    11. Position the new riser card assembly 1 on the chassis and align it with the riser card assembly 1 slot on the system board and align the rear of it with the corresponding rail guides in the rear of the chassis. Then, carefully press the new riser card assembly 1 straight down into the chassis until it is fully seated.
  • Page 176 8. Remove the PCI Express cards (if any) from the old riser card assembly 2 and install them on the new one. See “Installing or removing an Ethernet card” on page 114. 9. If necessary, reconnect any cables to the PCI Express cards on the new riser card assembly 2. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 177: Replacing The Front Panel Board

    10. Position the new riser card assembly 2 on the chassis and align it with the riser card assembly 2 slot on the system board and align the rear of it with the corresponding rail guides in the rear of the chassis. Then, carefully press the new riser card assembly 2 straight down into the chassis until it is fully seated.

  • Page 178: Drive Bays

    7. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new front panel board to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the new front panel board out of the package. Note: Carefully handle the front panel board by its edges. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 179 8. Carefully position the new front panel board on the chassis so that the front controls, connectors, and LEDs are through the corresponding holes in the front bezel and the two screw holes in the new front panel board are aligned with the corresponding mounting studs on the chassis. Then, install the screws to secure the front panel board in place.
  • Page 180 13. Reinstall the left cage and then reconnect all cables. See “Removing and reinstalling the left cage” on page 93. 14. If you are instructed to return the old front panel board, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 181: Replacing The Diagnostic Module

    What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 182. Replacing the diagnostic module This topic provides instructions on how to replace the diagnostic module. For detailed information about the diagnostic module, see “Diagnostic module”...
  • Page 182 8. Slide the new diagnostic module into the chassis from the front until it snaps into position. Figure 128. Installing the diagnostic module for server models with eight 3.5-inch hard disk drive bays 9. Connect the diagnostic module cable to the rear of the new diagnostic module. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 183 10. If you are instructed to return the old diagnostic module, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping. What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. •...

  • Page 184: Replacing A System Fan

    Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference. Note: Depending on the model, your server might look slightly different from the illustrations in this topic. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 185 To replace a system fan, do the following: 1. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 83. Note: The system fans are hot-swap and you can replace a failing system fan without turning off the server. 2.

  • Page 186: Replacing The System Board Battery

    If the system board battery fails, the date, time, and configuration information, including passwords, are lost and an error message is displayed when you turn on the server. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 187 DANGER Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. When replacing the lithium coin cell battery, use only the same or an equivalent type that is recommended by the manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.

  • Page 188: Replacing The System Board

    “Guidelines” on page 81. This topic provides instructions on how to replace the system board. Note: This procedure must be performed only by trained service personnel of Lenovo. CAUTION: Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away.
  • Page 189 CAUTION: The heat sinks and microprocessors might be very hot. Turn off the server and wait three to five minutes to let the server cool before removing the server cover. Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference.
  • Page 190 12. Remove the TPM if one is installed. See “Removing the TPM” on page 127. 13. Remove the system board battery. See “Replacing the system board battery” on page 172. 14. Remove the heat sinks. See “Installing or replacing a heat sink” on page 133. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 191 15. Disconnect all cables from the system board. Then, remove the ten screws that secure the system board following the recommended numerical sequence as shown. Figure 137. Removing the screws that secure the system board Chapter 6 Installing, removing, or replacing hardware...
  • Page 192 Figure 139. Installing the system board ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 193 19. Install the ten screws following the recommended numerical sequence as shown to secure the new system board on the chassis. Figure 140. Installing the screws to secure the system board 20. Remove the microprocessors from the old system board and install them on the new system board. See “Installing or replacing the microprocessor”...
  • Page 194 22. Install the heat sinks on the new system board. See “Installing or replacing a heat sink” on page 133. 23. Install the memory modules on the new system board. See “Installing a memory module” on page 98. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 195 24. Note the orientation of the power supply cooling shroud and install it into the chassis by inserting the two small tabs on the bottom of the shroud into the corresponding holes in the power supply cage. Figure 143. Installing the power supply cooling shroud 25.

  • Page 196: Completing The Parts Replacement

    To reinstall the server cover and reconnect cables to your server, do the following: 1. Ensure that all components have been reassembled correctly and that no tools or loose screws are left inside your server. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 197 2. Ensure that all internal cables are connected and routed correctly and secured by any cable clips or ties in the server. Keep cables clear of the hinges and sides of the chassis to avoid interference with reinstalling the cooling shroud and the server cover. The following illustration shows an example of the cable routing in the chassis with two backplanes for 16 2.5-inch hard disk drives.
  • Page 198 Instructions that comes with the server. 8. Reconnect external cables and power cords to the server. See “Rear view of the server” on page 26 to identify the connectors on the rear panel of the server. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 199: Updating The Server Configuration

    Attention: To avoid component damage, connect the power cords last. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective CRU. Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives.
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  • Page 201: Chapter 7. Troubleshooting And Diagnostics

    LEDs, refer to the related topics in “Locations” on page 13. Viewing the system event log The system event log (SEL) contains information about all the POST and system management interrupt (SMI) events. You can view the SEL to diagnose system problems. © Copyright Lenovo 2012...

  • Page 202: Basic Troubleshooting Tables

    See Chapter 8 “Getting information, help, and service” on page 193. Notes: • If you are instructed to remove, install, or replace any CRUs, refer to the related procedure in Chapter 6 “Installing, removing, or replacing hardware” on page 81. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 203: Hard Disk Drive Problems

    • If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),” this action step is reserved for a trained service technician and must be performed only by a trained service technician. Action Symptom The internal optical drive is not recognized. 1.

  • Page 204: Memory Module Problems

    See Chapter 8 “Getting information, help, and service” on page 193. Notes: • If you are instructed to remove, install, or replace any CRUs, refer to the related procedure in Chapter 6 “Installing, removing, or replacing hardware” on page 81. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 205: Keyboard, Mouse, And Usb Device Problems

    • If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),” this action step is reserved for a trained service technician and must be performed only by a trained service technician. Action Symptom The amount of system memory that is displayed is less 1.
  • Page 206 • The device drivers are installed correctly. • The USB controller is enabled in the Setup Utility program. See “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 59. 2. Restart the server. 3. Replace the USB device. ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 207: Chapter 8. Getting Information, Help, And Service

    Using the documentation Information about your Lenovo system and installed software, if any, or optional device is available in the documentation that comes with the product. The documentation can include printed documents, online documents, readme files, and help files. Most of the documentation for your server is on the documentation DVD provided with your server.

  • Page 208: Help And Service

    • Check the power switches to ensure that the system and optional devices are turned on. • Use the troubleshooting information in your system documentation on the documentation DVD that comes with your product. • Check for the updated information, new device drivers, and hints and tips on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support If possible, be at your product when you call.

  • Page 209: Using Other Services

    Service availability and service names might vary by country or region. For more information about these services, go to the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com...
  • Page 210 ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 211: Appendix A. Notices

    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 212: Trademarks

    Trademarks Lenovo, the Lenovo logo, and ThinkServer are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both. Intel and Intel Xeon are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. Internet Explorer, Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Server are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

  • Page 213: Polyvinyl Chloride (Pvc) Cable And Cord Notice

    Lenovo encourages owners of information technology (IT) equipment to responsibly recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed. Lenovo offers a variety of programs and services to assist equipment owners in recycling their IT products. For information on recycling Lenovo products, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/recycling...

  • Page 214: Requirement For Batteries Containing Perchlorate

    The following statement applies to users in the state of California, U.S.A. California Perchlorate Information: Products containing manganese dioxide lithium coin cell batteries may contain perchlorate. Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Important WEEE information ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 215: German Ordinance For Work Gloss Statement

    The WEEE marking on Lenovo products applies to countries with WEEE and e-waste regulations (for example, European Directive 2002/96/EC, India E-Waste Management & Handling Rules, 2011). Appliances are labeled in accordance with local regulations concerning waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
  • Page 216 For more information about ENERGY STAR, go to: http://www.energystar.gov Lenovo encourages you to make efficient use of energy an integral part of your day-to-day operations. To help in this endeavor, set the following power-management features to take effect when your servers have been used: •...

  • Page 217: Index

    BIOS CRU identification front bezel reinstalling removing front panel devices, handling static-sensitive locations diagnostic module front panel board locations replacing replacing front view of the server diagnostic panel locations locations DIMM © Copyright Lenovo 2012...
  • Page 218 Main menu optical drive Setup Utility program RAID card MegaRAID Storage Manager program server cover installing and using TMM Premium memory ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 219 1 removing replacing RAID riser card assembly 2 configuring replacing introduction road map RAID array server setup creating, adding, or deleting running RAID array status consistency check RAID card © Copyright Lenovo 2012...
  • Page 220 USB device problems setting memory module problems system event log optical drive problems troubleshooting and diagnostics status and diagnostic LEDs ThinkServer RD430 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 221 TÜV gloss statement updating firmware server configuration the BIOS updating or recovering the BIOS using documentation EasyUpdate Firmware Updater program Lenovo ThinkServer EasyManage program passwords Setup Utility program ThinkServer EasyStartup program video subsystem features viewing information Setup Utility program virtual drive initializing...
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