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PRIMERGY ECONEL 30

Operating manual

November 2002 edition
Introduction
Important notes
Preparing for use
Operation
Troubleshooting and tips
System expansions
Technical data
Index

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  • Page 1: Operating Manual

    Introduction Important notes PRIMERGY ECONEL 30 Preparing for use Operation Troubleshooting and tips Operating manual System expansions Technical data Index November 2002 edition...
  • Page 2 All other trademarks referenced are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners, whose protected rights are acknowledged. Copyright  Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH 2002 All rights, including rights of translation, reproduction by printing, copying or similar methods, in part or in whole, are reserved.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Your PRIMERGY ECONEL 30......................1 Features ............................2 Notational conventions ........................3 Target group ............................3 Important notes ..........................5 Safety ..............................5 Energy saving, disposal and recycling ..................5 CE marking..........................5 FCC Class B Compliance Statement ..................6 Transporting the server........................6 Cleaning the server..........................6 Preparing for use..........................7 Unpacking and checking the delivery....................7...
  • Page 4 Contents Troubleshooting and tips ......................31 Installing new software........................31 Power-on indicator remains unlit after you have switched on your device ........31 The screen stays blank ........................32 No mouse pointer displayed on the screen ..................33 The floppy disk cannot be read or written..................33 Time and/or date is not correct......................
  • Page 5: Your Primergy Econel 30

    Your PRIMERGY ECONEL 30..is available with various configuration levels with different hardware and software. In addition, you can install accessible drives (e.g. DVD drive), hard disk drives and other boards. This operating manual tells you how to put your server into operation and how to operate it in daily use.
  • Page 6: Features

    Your PRIMERGY ECONEL 30... Features Features PRIMERGY ECONEL 30 Mechanical access protection Device for "Kensington Lock" Eye for padlock or for sealing BIOS-based access protection System passwords Activating and deactivating interfaces, including USB Boot and write protection for floppy disk and hard disk drives...
  • Page 7: Notational Conventions

    Notational conventions Your PRIMERGY ECONEL 30... Notational conventions The meanings of the symbols and fonts used in this manual are as follows: CAUTION! indicates information which is important for your health or for preventing physical damage. indicates important information which is required to use the system properly.
  • Page 9: Important Notes

    Important notes In this chapter you will find information regarding safety which it is essential to take note of when working with your server. Safety CAUTION! Pay attention to the information provided in the "Safety and Ergonomics" manual and in the following safety notes.
  • Page 10: Fcc Class B Compliance Statement

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH. The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
  • Page 11: Preparing For Use

    Preparing for use CAUTION! Please take note of the safety information in the "Important notes" chapter. Unpacking and checking the delivery It is recommended not to throw away the original packaging material! It may be required for reshipment at some later date. Ê...
  • Page 12: Setting Up The Server

    Preparing for use Setting up the server Setting up the server CAUTION! When installing your server, give consideration to the recommendations and safety notes in the "Safety and Ergonomics" booklet. Set up the server only in its correct orientation. The points to observe are illustrated on the following pages.
  • Page 13: Connecting The Mouse

    Connect the monitor, mouse and keyboard Preparing for use It is recommended to connect the monitor power cable to the server monitor socket. The monitor is then switched off automatically when you switch the server off. The monitor is not switching off with the system if it is connected to a mains outlet. Switch off the monitor with its own ON/OFF button.
  • Page 14: Connecting The Server To The Mains Voltage

    Preparing for use Connecting the server to the mains voltage Connecting the server to the mains voltage The server is equipped with a main switch and a wide range power supply. This means that manual voltage setting is not necessary. CAUTION! The wide-range power supply automatically sets itself to the correct voltage within the range from 100 V to 240 V.
  • Page 15: Initial Switch-On: Software Will Be Installed

    Initial switch-on: Software will be installed Preparing for use Initial switch-on: Software will be installed If the server is connected to a network, the network protocol is required as well as the user and server details. Contact your network administrator if you have any questions about these settings. When you switch on your server for the first time, the supplied software is installed and configured.
  • Page 16 Preparing for use Initial switch-on: Software will be installed 0 = Server is switched off 1 = Main switch I = Server is ready-to-operate 2 = ON/OFF button Ê Switch the server on with the main switch at the rear of the server (1). Ê...
  • Page 17: Installing The Software

    Installing the software Preparing for use Installing the software Ê Insert the ServerStart CD and a possibly existing configuration floppy disk and restart the server. Follow the instructions in "Configuration with ServerStart" chapter. Ê During installation, follow the instructions on screen. Consult the operating system manual if there is anything unclear about the requested input data.
  • Page 18: Installation Procedure In Serverstart

    Preparing for use Installing the software Using ServerStart The ServerStart user interface is divided into two areas. All the menus for the application can be quickly found in the Tree View area on the left. In the User Frame area on the right you can navigate the underlined objects just as you would with an internal browser.
  • Page 19: Guided Installation Of A Single Server

    Installing the software Preparing for use Selecting the desired installation mode To set up a single server: It is recommended to configure ServerStart in Guided Mode on the target system. Compared to the Expert Mode, this offers increased security by recognition and configuration of the hardware. Continue with the "Installation in Guided Mode"...
  • Page 20 Preparing for use Installing the software During the installation of Windows NT/2000 and NetWare 5, ServerStart also automatically integrates drivers for system components that are not contained in the operating system. During the installation of other operating systems, ServerStart notifies the user of the missing drivers.
  • Page 21: Replicated Installation Of Several Servers (Windows)

    Installing the software Preparing for use Replicated installation of several servers (Windows) Step 1: Making a boot drive in the Preparation Mode In this operating mode with the help of the installation assistants, you can create adapted configuration files for the unattended installation of your PRIMERGY server. You can also set up installation floppy disks with all the detected configuration definitions after the configuration of the target system in Guided Mode and in Expert Mode.
  • Page 22: Connecting External Devices

    Preparing for use Connecting external devices Step 2: Configuration of the target system in Replication Mode Proceed as follows: In the BIOS for the system board and SCSI adapter, define the boot sequence such that the CD-ROM drive precedes the floppy disk drive (see the BIOS-Setup manual). Ê...
  • Page 23: Ports On The Server

    Connecting external devices Preparing for use Disconnecting cables • Turn off all power and equipment switches. • Remove all power plugs from the mains outlets. • Unplug all data communication cables from the utility sockets. • Disconnect all cables at the server and at the peripherals. Devices with USB interfaces are hot-pluggable.
  • Page 24: Connecting External Devices To The Serial Port

    Preparing for use Connecting external devices Connecting external devices to the serial port External devices can be connected to the serial port (e.g. a modem). Ê Connect the data cable to the external device. Ê Connect the data cable to the serial port For an exact description of how to connect external devices to the serial port, please refer to the device documentation.
  • Page 25: Connecting External Devices To The Usb Port

    Connecting external devices Preparing for use Connecting external devices to the USB port You can connect a wide range of external devices to the USB port (e.g. printer, scanner, modem or keyboard). Devices with USB interfaces are hot-pluggable. This allows cables from those devices to be connected and disconnected with the system switched on.
  • Page 27: Operation

    Operation Switching the server on Ê If necessary, switch the monitor on (see the operating manual for the monitor). Ê Switch the server on with the main switch at the rear of the server. Ê Press the ON/OFF button on the front of the server. The power-on indicator lights green (see "Indicators on the server"...
  • Page 28: Indicators On The Server

    Operation Indicators on the server Indicators on the server The indicators are on the front of the server. Which indicators are available on your server depends on the configuration level you have selected. 1 = Power-on indicator 2 = Hard disk indicator 3 = CD-ROM indicator 4 = Floppy disk indicator 1 - Power-on indicator...
  • Page 29: Keyboard

    Keyboard Operation 3 - CD-ROM indicator The indicator lights up when the CD-ROM drive of the server is accessed. You may only remove the CD when the indicator is dark. 4 - Floppy disk indicator The indicator lights up when the floppy disk drive of the server is accessed. You may only remove the floppy disk when the indicator is unlit.
  • Page 30 Operation Keyboard Start key calls up the Windows Start menu. Menu key invokes the menu for the marked item (Windows). Shift key enables upper-case letters and the upper key symbols to be used. Alt Gr (e.g. German keyboard) Alt Gr produces a character shown on the right-hand side of a key (e.g.
  • Page 31: Working With Floppy Disks

    Working with floppy disks Operation Working with floppy disks Follow the instructions supplied by the vendor of the floppy disks. Never clean the floppy disk drives with cleaning floppy disks. Any attempt would destroy the read/write head in the disk drive within 20 seconds. 1 = Insertion direction 2 = Label area 3 = Write protection tab for a 1.44 Mbyte floppy disk...
  • Page 32: Settings In Bios Setup

    Operation Settings in BIOS Setup Settings in BIOS Setup In BIOS Setup you can set the system functions and the hardware configuration of the server. When the server is delivered, the default entries are valid (see "BIOS Setup" manual and if necessary technical manual for the system board).
  • Page 33: Bios Setup Security Functions

    Property and data protection Operation BIOS setup security functions The Security menu in BIOS Setup offers you various options for protecting your personal data against unauthorized access, e.g.: • Preventing unauthorized BIOS Setup entry • Preventing unauthorized system access • Preventing unauthorized access to the settings of boards with their own BIOS •...
  • Page 35: Troubleshooting And Tips

    Troubleshooting and tips CAUTION! Take note of the safety notes in the "Safety and Ergonomics" manual and in the "Preparing for use" chapter, when you connect or disconnect cables. If a fault occurs, try to correct it as described in the following places: •...
  • Page 36: The Screen Stays Blank

    Troubleshooting and tips The screen stays blank If your screen remains blank this may be due to the following: Monitor is switched off Ê Switch your monitor on. Power saving has been activated (screen is blank) Ê Press any key on the keyboard. Ê...
  • Page 37: No Mouse Pointer Displayed On The Screen

    Troubleshooting and tips Wrong monitor has been set under Window XP Ê Reboot the server. Ê Press [F8] while the system is booting. Either the Windows Advanced Start Options menu or the menu for selecting the operating system appears. Ê If the menu for selecting the operating system appears, press [F8].
  • Page 38: Time And/Or Date Is Not Correct

    Troubleshooting and tips Time and/or date is not correct You can set the time and date in the BIOS Setup or in the operating system. Ê Set the time and date. If the time and date are repeatedly wrong when you switch on your server, the on-board battery is flat.
  • Page 39: System Expansions

    System expansions CAUTION! It may be necessary to update the BIOS when carrying out a system expansion or hardware upgrade. Additional information is contained in the "BIOS Setup" manual or possibly in the technical manual for the system board. When installing components that become very hot, make sure that the maximum permissible temperatures of the individual components are not exceeded.
  • Page 40: Opening The Casing

    System expansions Opening the casing Opening the casing Ê Switch the server off. The server must not be in the energy-saving mode. CAUTION! Please take note of the safety information in the "Important notes" chapter. Pull the power plug out of the mains outlet. Only insert the power plug after you have closed the casing.
  • Page 41: Closing The Casing

    Closing the casing System expansions Closing the casing Ê Push the side cover from above in the direction of the arrow (1) until it engages. Ê Return the system unit to its original position. Ê Reconnect any disconnected cables (power cord, cables to external devices, etc.). A26361-K831-Z102-1-7619...
  • Page 42: Installing And Removing A Board

    System expansions Installing and removing a board Installing and removing a board CAUTION! Please take note of the "Information about boards". The number, position and arrangement of the board slots on the system board can be found in the technical manual for the system board. Boards may already be installed when the device is shipped. Installing a board Ê...
  • Page 43 Installing and removing a board System expansions Ê Push the board up to its slot (1). Ê Press the board into the slot so that it engages. Ê If necessary, connect the cables. Ê Close the locking rail (2) and press on the locking mechanism in the direction of the arrow (3). The word "PUSH"...
  • Page 44: Removing A Board

    System expansions Installing and removing a board Removing a board Ê Open the casing (see "Opening the casing"). Ê Disconnect the cables connected to the board. Ê Press the unlocking mechanism (1) down and open the locking rail (2). The word "PRESS" is embossed on the unlocking mechanism.
  • Page 45 Installing and removing a board System expansions Ê Push the slot cover into the slot (1). CAUTION! Ensure that the projection (a) on the slot cover engages into the appropriate recess. If it does not, you will find it difficult to close the locking rail. There is a danger of damage. Ê...
  • Page 46: Low-Profile Boards

    System expansions Low-Profile boards Low-Profile boards For units with a particularly low overall height, there are so-called low-profile boards with a slot cover with a lower overall height to match the low-profile units. To also install these low-profile boards in normal board slots, you must mount a corresponding slot adapter beforehand Two-piece rear covers are fitted into the slots intended for low-profile boards.
  • Page 47: Installing And Removing Drives

    Low-Profile boards System expansions Installing and removing drives The server casing can accommodate a total of eight drives: • four accessible drives (three 5¼" drives and one 3½" drive) • four non-accessible drives (3½" drives) "Accessible drives" are e.g. DVD or CD ROM drives, into which a data carrier can be inserted from outside.
  • Page 48: Attaching The Front Panel

    System expansions Low-Profile boards Attaching the front panel Ê Engage the locking mechanism on the right of the casing. Attach the front panel on the casing such that the plastic hooks engage into the correct recesses. Ê Close the front panel (1) and make sure that the LCD cable is not pinched and that the locking mechanisms engage noticeably (2).
  • Page 49: Installing An Accessible Drive

    Low-Profile boards System expansions Installing an accessible drive Ê Open the casing (see "Opening the casing"). Ê Remove the front (see "Removing the front panel"). Ê Press the EasyChange rails (1) together and pull the empty slide-in module out of the casing (2).
  • Page 50 System expansions Low-Profile boards Ê Pull the EasyChange rails off the empty slide-in module. Do not dispose of the empty slide-in module. For cooling, protection against fire, and in order to comply with EMC regulations, you must refit the empty slide-in module if you remove the drive again later.
  • Page 51: Removing An Accessible Drive

    Low-Profile boards System expansions Ê Attach the front panel (see "Attaching the front panel"). Ê Close the casing (see "Closing the casing"). With the upper three accessible drives, the EasyChange rail is attached at the bottom of the module. The rail is attached at the center of the module on the lowest drive. All rails are mounted correctly on delivery.
  • Page 52 System expansions Low-Profile boards Ê Pull the EasyChange rails off the drive. Ê Press the EasyChange rails into the holes provided in the empty slide-in module. A26361-K831-Z102-1-7619...
  • Page 53 Low-Profile boards System expansions Ê Slide the slide-in module into the casing until it engages noticeably. Ê Attach the front panel (see "Attaching the front panel"). Ê Close the casing (see "Closing the casing"). It may be necessary to modify the entry for the remaining drives in the BIOS Setup. A26361-K831-Z102-1-7619...
  • Page 54: Changing The Floppy Disk Drive

    System expansions Low-Profile boards Changing the floppy disk drive Ê Open the casing (see "Opening the casing"). Ê Remove the front (see "Removing the front panel"). Ê Disconnect the cables connected to the floppy disk drive. Removing the floppy disk drive Ê...
  • Page 55 Low-Profile boards System expansions Ê Remove the screws (1) on both sides of the slide-in module. Ê Pull the floppy disk drive out of the slide-in module (2). Installing the floppy disk drive Ê Take the new floppy disk drive out of its packaging. Ê...
  • Page 56 System expansions Low-Profile boards Ê Press the EasyChange rails into the provided holes. Ê Slide the floppy disk drive slide-in module into the casing (1) until it engages noticeably. Ê Fit the data and power supply connectors to the floppy disk drive. Ê...
  • Page 57: Installing Or Removing The Hard Disk Drive

    Low-Profile boards System expansions Installing or removing the hard disk drive Ê Open the casing (see "Opening the casing"). Removing the cover Ê Undo the screw (1). Ê Fold out the cover (2). A26361-K831-Z102-1-7619...
  • Page 58 System expansions Low-Profile boards Installing a hard disk drive Ê Take the new hard disk drive out of its packaging. Ê Make the required settings (e.g. master-slave settings) on the drive. Ê Secure the EasyChange rails on the side of the hard disk drive by inserting the upper pins of the EasyChange rail in the corresponding holes of the hard disk drive.
  • Page 59 Low-Profile boards System expansions Installing the cover plate Ê Set the cover plate into the casing such that the projections (a) engage into the appropriate recesses (1). Ê Close the cover and fasten it with the screw (2). Ê Close the casing (see "Closing the casing"). It may be necessary to modify the entry for the drive in the BIOS Setup.
  • Page 60 System expansions Low-Profile boards Removing a hard disk drive Ê Open the casing (see "Opening the casing"). Ê Remove the cover (see "Removing the cover"). Ê Disconnect all cables connected to the drive (data cable, power supply cable). Ê Press the EasyChange rails in the direction of the arrows (1). Ê...
  • Page 61: Extensions To The System Board

    Extensions to the system board System expansions Extensions to the system board Details on whether you can upgrade the main memory or the processor are provided in the technical manual for the system board. In order to upgrade or replace the processor, you must first remove the ventilation cover.
  • Page 62: Replacing Lithium Battery

    System expansions Extensions to the system board Replacing lithium battery In order to permanently save the system information, a lithium battery is installed to provide the CMOS-memory with a current. A corresponding error message notifies the user when the charge is too low or the battery is empty.
  • Page 63: Technical Data

    200 mm • front min. 200 mm • rear min. 200 mm The data sheet of the server contains further technical data. You will find the data sheet either on the "ServerStart" CD supplied or on the Internet at: http://www.fujitsu-siemens.com/. A26361-K831-Z102-1-7619...
  • Page 65: Index

    Index 3 1/2-inch drive 43 Devices 5 1/4-inch drive 43 connecting 18, 20, 21 ports 19 with USB port 21 Devices with USB port, software 21 Alt Gr key 26 Disposal 5 Anti-theft protection 28 Drive 43 Audio input 19 accessible 43 Audio output 19 installing 43, 45...
  • Page 66 Index Game port 19 Main memory 57 upgrading 57 Main switch 12 Manuals, further 34 Hard disk contents, restoring 34 Memory Hard disk drive insufficient 34 indicator 24 not enough 34 installing 53, 55 Menu key 26 removing 53, 56 Microphone jack 19 Hard disk indicator 24 Monitor...
  • Page 67 Index Port Server parallel port 19 ready for operation 23 printer 19 setting up 8 PS/2 mouse 19 soft power off 23 SCSI 19 switching off 23 serial port 19 switching off, with main switch 23 USB 19 switching on 11, 23 Power supply, removing 57 switching on, with main switch 23 Power-on indicator 12, 13, 24...
  • Page 68 Index Ventilation area 8 Warm boot 26 Video workstation 8 Write protection, floppy disk 27, 33 A26361-K831-Z102-1-7619...

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