Page 1 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Areas Covered Before Reading This Manual This section explains the notes for your safety and conventions used in this manual. Make sure to read this section. Chapter 1 Overview This chapter explains component names and basic operations of this server, as well as an overview of the software provided with this server.
Page 2: For Your Safety
Before Reading This Manual For Your Safety... This manual contains important information, required to operate the server safely. Thoroughly review the information in this manual before using the server. Especially note the points under "Safety Precautions", and only operate the server with a complete understanding of the material provided. This manual and "Safety Precautions"...
Page 3 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Remarks ■ Warning Descriptions Various symbols are used throughout this manual. These are used to emphasize important points for your safety and that of others. The following are the symbols and their meanings. It is important to fully understand these symbols before reading this manual.
Page 4 ■ Entering Commands (Keys) Command entries are displayed in the following way: • At each blank in command line (such as pointed place above), press the [Space] key once. • When using Windows, commands are not case sensitive. • CD-ROM drive names are shown as [CD-ROM drive]. Enter your drive name according to your environment.
Page 5 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ■ Abbreviations The following expressions and abbreviations are used throughout this manual. table: Abbreviations of Product Names Product name Expressions and abbreviations PRIMERGY RX100 S4 This server or the server ® ® Microsoft Windows Server...
Page 6: Reference Information
Reference Information ■ Software Manuals Software Manual contains other reference information and cautions for ServerStart not described in this manual. Please read it before using ServerStart. Software Manual is contained as a "README.TXT" file in the root directory on the ServerStart CD- ROM.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Contents Chapter 1 Overview 1.1 RX100 S4 ..........14 1.2 Supplied Software .
Page 8 3.1.3 RAID and Disk Wizard ........61 3.1.4 OS Installation Wizard .
Page 9 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.1 Memory Dump/Paging File Setting ..... . 134 5.1.1 How to Obtain Memory Dump for Windows Server 2003 and Windows Server 2003 x64 .
Page 10 6.3.2 How to Use DSNAP ......... 174 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.1 Before Installing Internal Options .
Page 11 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 8.2.13 Exit Menu ..........226 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.1 Daily Maintenance .
Page 12 D.2 Preparation for Using Remote Management Controller ....274 D.3 Window of the Remote Management Controller ....275 D.4 Remote Management Ctrl Upgrade kit (PG-RMCU1) .
Page 13: Chapter 1 Overview
Chapter 1 Overview This chapter explains component names and basic operations of this server, as well as an overview of the software provided with this server. In addition, the workflow, from placing the server to starting the operation, is also described.
Page 14: Rx100 S4
Chapter 1 Overview 1.1 RX100 S4 This server has the following features. ■ High Reliability ● Disk Array System Configuration A disk array system (RAID1) can be configured using the onboard SAS controller. ● Redundancy Function By configuring the disk array system, when the hard disk unit has failed, replacing the hard disk and performing recovery operation is possible for the internal hard disk unit without turning off the power source of the server and the peripheral devices (hot pluggable).
Page 15 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ● DDR2 SDRAM Memory DDR2 SDRAM (PC2-4200) is installed in this server as a memory module, which enables a high-speed memory access. ■ Compact Design and Scalability ● Space Saving 1U Design This server is slim, with a thickness of 1U. The server, display device, keyboard, and external SCSI options fit in a 19-inch rack, which saves the installation space.
Page 16: Supplied Software
Chapter 1 Overview 1.2 Supplied Software ServerStart for supporting setup and high reliability tools for avoiding problems during server operation are supplied with this server. 1.2.1 Setup Support Tool - ServerStart ServerStart is a setup support tool that helps to install PRIMERGY. It offers easy server installation and proper installation of recommended drivers.
Page 17 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ● Supporting OS Using ServerStart V6.609, the following OSs can be installed. ® ® • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition ® ® • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition ® ® • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Standard x64 Edition ®...
Page 18 Chapter 1 Overview ■ Intuitive User Interface The intuitive user interface allows you to easily set the necessary information. ● Main Window When ServerStart is started, the following window appears. The window and tool bar differ depending on the mode. ●...
Page 19: Network Configuration
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ● Wizard Window Clicking a wizard displays a wizard window. Set items in the wizard window. To move to a step in the next wizard window, click the operation button at the bottom of the window. Clicking [help] displays a tip for setting the item.
Page 20: High Reliability Tools
Chapter 1 Overview 1.2.2 High Reliability Tools High reliability tools are a comprehensively useful set of software for stable system operations of the server. The following tools have respective roles to manage normal operations or recovery from errors: • Server Monitoring Tool •...
Page 21: Installing High Reliability Tools
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ● Broadcom Advanced Control Suite (BACS) BACS is a tool for setting details on the onboard LAN when it is used to setup a VLAN. ® ● Intel PROSet ® Intel PROSet is a tool for setting details on the LAN card when using the Teaming function or when configuring a VLAN.
Page 22 Chapter 1 Overview • ServerView (for IIS) Install Microsoft Internet Information Server (IIS) supplied with Windows separately. ServerView is installed with the setting to operate using the IIS installed on the system. When IIS is not found in the system, ServerView Web-Server is installed even if "ServerView (for IIS)" is selected.
Page 23: Component Names And Functions
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 1.3 Component Names and Functions This section explains the component names and functions of the server. 1.3.1 Server (Front View) a Internal CD-ROM drive unit (optional) Reads data or programs from a CD-ROM. b 3.5-inch storage bay Contains an internal hard disk unit.
Page 24: Server (Rear View)
Chapter 1 Overview i Hard disk access display LED ( ) This LED is on in green when data is being written to or read from the hard disk. j Front maintenance LED ( ) This LED turns on or blinks in amber when an error is detected in the server components. If this LED is on or blinking, contact an office listed in the "Contact Information"...
Page 25 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide d LAN connector 1 ( This is a LAN port. The applicable cable and meanings of the LEDs are the same as those for LAN connector 1. By connecting LAN cable, Remote Management Controller function can be used by Web interface.
Page 26: Server (Internal)
Chapter 1 Overview 1.3.3 Server (Internal) [Rear] a PCI slots Install expansion cards which expand functions of the server. Expansion cards with the PCI bus interface can be installed in the PCI slots. b Memory slots Contain memory. c CPU One CPU is installed by default on this server.
Page 27: Baseboard
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 1.3.4 Baseboard [Rear] [Front] a JP1 (Fixed) b JP3 For jumper settings, refer to "8.1 Jumper Settings" ( pg.204). c PCI riser card locking frame connector An expansion card locking frame is installed. d SAS/SATA1 connector Internal hard disk unit (bay1) SAS cable is plugged in.
Page 28 Chapter 1 Overview j CPU socket k Fan 3 connector The cable of system fan 3 is plugged in. l Fan 2 connector The cable of system fan 2 is plugged in. m Fan 1 connector The cable of system fan 1 is plugged in. n IDE connector for CD-ROM drive/DVD-RAM drive IDE cables for optional internal CD-ROM drive/internal DVD-RAM drive are plugged in.
Page 29: Standard Operations
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 1.4 Standard Operations This section explains standard server operations, including how to turn the server on/off and how to insert/eject a floppy disk. 1.4.1 Open the Rack Door This section explains how to open the front and rear doors of the 40U standard rack.
Page 30 Chapter 1 Overview Turn the handle in the direction of the arrow and pull it forward. Turn and then pull ■ Opening the Rear Door Turn the rack key and pull the rack handle up.
Page 31: Turning On The Server
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Turn the handle in the direction of the arrow and pull it forward. Turn and then pull Unless you are inserting/ejecting media or turning the power on/off, keep the rack door closed. Doing so blocks electric waves from cell phones, etc.
Page 32 Chapter 1 Overview Open the rack door. Make sure that the CD-ROM drives are empty. Press the power switch of the display and peripheral devices. Press the power switch on the front of the server with a penpoint or thin object. The server's power LED turns green.
Page 33: Turning Off The Server
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 1.4.3 Turning Off the Server • In the event of smoke or sparks, immediately unplug the power plug from the outlet. Failure to do so may lead to a fire or electric shock. • When turning off the server, make sure to follow the procedures described in this section.
Page 34: Inserting And Ejecting A Cd-Rom (Dvd-Ram)
Chapter 1 Overview ■ Cautions for Turning the Power On/Off (for a Windows OS) For the server power switch, the following operation modes can be specified by OS settings. • For Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 x64 "Do Nothing", "Prompt Input", "Standby", "Hibernation", or "Shutdown" (Normally, "Shutdown"). •...
Page 35 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ■ Cautions for Handling CD-ROMs • When removing the disk from the case, pull the disk up while pressing the center holder of the case as shown in the figure below. • Hold the CR-ROM on its edge to avoid contact with the disk surface.
Page 36 Chapter 1 Overview Place the CD-ROM at the center of the tray. While supporting the CD-ROM tray, push the tray until it clicks into position. Label side up CD-ROM tray If the CD-ROM is placed improperly when the tray is pushed into the unit, the CD-ROM or the drive may be damaged.
Page 37: Workflow
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 1.5 Workflow Use the following workflow from server installation to start of operation. Installing the server Referring to "Safety Precautions" and "Start Guide", install the server to a suitable place. Preparing the server - install internal options - Set hardware Referring to "2.1 Preparation on the server ", "Chapter7 Installing Internal Options", and...
Page 38 Chapter 1 Overview...
Page 39 Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation This chapter explains the preparation on the server and cautions necessary before OS installation. Please read this chapter before starting installation. 2.1 Preparation on the Server ......2.2 Selecting the Installation Method .
Page 40: Chapter 2 Checking Before Os Installation
Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation 2.1 Preparation on the Server Before starting installation, install internal options to the server and perform necessary hardware settings. 2.1.1 Installing Internal Options Internal options are classified into those that must be installed before the OS installation and those that must be installed after the OS installation.
Page 41: Hardware Settings
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Cautions for Installing a Memory Module This server supports up to 8GB of memory. However, the maximum installable size varies depending on the OS. Furthermore, since the server uses part of the memory as PCI resources, the maximum available size is limited.
Page 42 Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation Performing Remote Installation Before performing remote installation of ServerStart, use the following procedures to enable network startup (PXE). In addition, check the MAC address. Take the following steps in the BIOS Setup Utility. 1. Start the BIOS Setup Utility. "8.2.1 Starting and Exiting the BIOS Setup Utility"...
Page 43: Selecting The Installation Method
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 2.2 Selecting the Installation Method When installing the OS for the first time, there are multiple installation methods. Refer to the following to decide on the method. To set up multiple servers with the same model and configuration, refer to "3.5 Installation on Multiple (the Second and Subsequent) Servers"...
Page 44: Precautions On Installation
Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation 2.3 Precautions on Installation Read the following notes before starting OS installation. 2.3.1 Installation Partition Size For installation using ServerStart, the installation partition size can be set as follows, depending on the OS to be installed and format. table: Installation Partition Size Available size Windows Server 2003 R2 x64...
Page 45: Notes On Configuring Raid
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 2.3.2 Notes on Configuring RAID RAID can be configured with hard disk units connected to the SAS controller on the baseboard. Check the following notes before configuring the RAID. Hardware Configuration • Only internal hard disk units can be used. Up to two internal hard disk units can be installed on this server.
Page 46: Cautions For Using Serverstart
Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation 2.3.4 Cautions for Using ServerStart Operating ServerStart Most ServerStart operations are performed with the mouse. Items may not be moved with the [Tab] key or cursor keys. Make sure to use the mouse when operating ServerStart. Ejecting the CD-ROM Do not eject the ServerStart CD-ROM while ServerStart is running.
Page 47: Expansion Cards Supported By Serverstart
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide License for Use of System for ServerStart "License for Use of System for ServerStart" linked from the ServerStart startup window is a license for use of Windows PE contained in the ServerStart CD-ROM. Windows PE for starting up ServerStart can be only used for installing Windows Server 2003 or Windows 2000 Server provided under a separate legal license.
Page 48 Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation Cautions on Restarting In the course of installation, a message appears to indicate that the setup program restarts. Wait until it restarts automatically.
Page 49: Preparation For Using Serverstart On A Client Computer
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 2.4 Preparation for Using ServerStart on a Client Computer When using the preparation mode for setting installation information in advance or when creating a driver disk using the FloppyBuilder function, install ServerStart on the client computer.
Page 50 Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation Insert the ServerStart Disc 1 CD-ROM into the client computer. The [Fujitsu Siemens ServerStart Setup] window appears. When the [Fujitsu Siemens ServerStart Setup] window does not appear, execute "SeStSetup.exe" in the CD-ROM. Check only [Classic] and click [Ok]. The Setup window appears.
Page 51: Uninstalling Serverstart
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Specify the installation folder and click [Next]. To change the installation folder, click [Browse] and select the folder. The [Ready to Install the Application] window appears. Click [Next]. Installation is executed. If a message prompts you to restart the system before or after installation, eject the CD-ROM and restart the system according to the message.
Page 52: Creating The Serverstart Floppy Disk
Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation 2.4.3 Creating the ServerStart Floppy Disk When using a floppy disk (new disk) other than the ServerStart floppy disk in guided mode, create the ServerStart floppy disk in advance. If you use the floppy disk supplied with ServerStart, creating the ServerStart floppy disk is not required since the disk is already ServerStart floppy disk.
Page 53 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Insert the floppy disk and click [OK]. Set the floppy disk in the write-enabled state. Creation of a ServerStart floppy disk starts. When the creation is completed, the message "Floppy disk has been created." appears.
Page 54 Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation...
Page 55 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart This chapter explains how to install the OS in the server using ServerStart. 3.1 Guided Mode ....... . . 3.2 Preparation Mode .
Page 56: Chapter 3 Os Installation Using Serverstart
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.1 Guided Mode In guided mode, follow the wizard to specify hardware configuration and the OS to be installed, save the information necessary for installation in a configuration file, and install the OS. 3.1.1 Starting Up the Guided Mode Start up the guided mode.
Page 57 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide The network setting window for remote installation appears. Click [OK]. The [Initialization of ServerStart core running] window appears and the ServerStart initialization process starts. Depending on the hardware configuration, this process may take a few minutes.
Page 58 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart When the process is completed, the [Create a ServerStart Floppy Disk] window appears. Click [Build a ServerStart Floppy Disk]. " Creation of a ServerStart floppy disk starts. When the creation is completed, the Floppy disk has "...
Page 59 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Click [Prepare & initiate an unattended installation of (OS)]. The guided mode for the selected OS starts up. Start up the wizards to set items in the following procedures. Exiting the wizard returns the display to the guided mode window.
Page 60: Opening/Creating A Configuration File
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.1.2 Opening/Creating a Configuration File Open a configuration file. Or create a new one. Click [Start here to create a complete configuration file]. The [Open ServerStart Configuration File] window appears. Once a configuration file is opened, another file cannot be opened until you click [Close and save Configuration File].
Page 61: Raid And Disk Wizard
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 3.1.3 RAID and Disk Wizard Configure RAID, and create and format hard disk partitions. Click [RAID and Disk Wizard: RAID configuration and hard disk partitioning / formatting]. The [Configuration for Disks and RAID Controllers] window appears.
Page 62 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Installation While Maintaining the Established RAID Environment Select [Logical Drive View] on the [Configuration for Disks and RAID Controllers] window. Add a partition 1. Click [Add Partition]. A partition is added. Add required partitions. 2.
Page 63: Configuring Raid
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Configuring RAID Select [Mass Storage Controller View] on the [Configuration for Disks and RAID Controllers] window. Click [Details] and check the controller settings. Add partitions as necessary. Set the [Number of Disks] to "0" when configuring the RAID with all installed hard disk units.
Page 64: Os Installation Wizard
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 2. Click [Details] and modify the settings as necessary. The partition configuration is displayed. As the default values are configured, confirm the settings and modify them as necessary. 3.1.4 OS Installation Wizard Set computer information, user information, and the network protocol. ServerStart can configure multiple network patterns.
Page 65 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Enter the password in [Password for Administrator account] and [Please repeat Password] and click [Next]. If the password differs between [Password for Administrator account] and [Please repeat Pass- word], an error dialog window appears. Enter the password correctly.
Page 66 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Set items and click [Next]. The [User Name] window appears. Set items and click [Next]. The [Display Settings] window appears. Set items and click [Next]. The [Network Protocol] window appears.
Page 67 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Set items and click [Next]. The [Software Components] window appears.
Page 68 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart If Windows Server 2003 R2 is selected at the Computer Identification, R2 components are always copied to the hard disk. To install the components, click [Properties] and check the components to be installed. Set items and click [next]. The [Services] window appears.
Page 69: Application Wizard
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 3.1.5 Application Wizard Specify installation of supplied applications such as high reliability tools. Click [Application Wizard: Select additional software components]. The application wizard appears. From the [Installable applications] list, select applications to be installed and click [>>].
Page 70: Closing/Saving The Configuration File
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.1.6 Closing/Saving the Configuration File When settings in all wizards are completed, save the configuration file. Click [Close and save Configuration File]. The [Save ServerStart Configuration File] window appears. Click [Save As]. The configuration file is saved. You can specify any name for the configuration file.
Page 71 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Click [Start now]. Clicking [Start now] deletes all disk contents and starts installation. Click [Stop] when you do not perform installation. After 10 seconds, installation starts automatically. 1. When RAID has been configured, the system restarts.
Page 72 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart When the system restarts, log on to the server using the Administrator account for the local computer. The server setup and OS installation have been completed. Refer to "Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation" ( pg.133) and perform necessary procedures before starting server operations.
Page 73: Preparation Mode
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 3.2 Preparation Mode In preparation mode, set and save the information necessary for installation in a configuration file on a client computer (with a CD-ROM drive and 10MB or more of free space). Set the saved configuration file on the server for installation.
Page 74 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Click [Special on Hints on Operating System Installation] and read this section carefully before starting the installation. This section describes the important information such as restrictions of the disk configurations. Click [Creation of ServerStart Configuration file for the installation of an Microsoft Windows Operating System].
Page 75: Configuring Settings In Wizards
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 3.2.2 Configuring Settings in Wizards Click the wizards to set items in the following procedures. For setting procedures, refer to description on guided mode wizards ("3.1.2 Opening/Creating a Configuration File" ( pg.60) to "3.1.5 Application Wizard"...
Page 76: Closing/Saving The Configuration File
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.2.3 Closing/Saving the Configuration File When settings in all wizards are completed, save the configuration file. Click [Close and save Configuration File]. The [Save ServerStart Configuration File] window appears. Click [Save As]. The [ServerStart Session IP Settings] window appears. Set items when performing remote installation.
Page 77: Starting Os Installation
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 3.2.4 Starting OS Installation Install the OS to the server using the created configuration file. During installation, do not use the mouse or keyboard unless it is necessary for installation operations. Otherwise, installation may fail.
Page 78 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 2. If a message prompts you to insert the Array Controller Document & Tool CD, insert the CD-ROM and click [OK]. 3. If a message prompts you to insert the Document & Tool CD, insert the PRIMERGY Document &...
Page 79: Expert Mode
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 3.3 Expert Mode In expert mode, start up Disk Manager, format the installation partition, and install the Use the expert mode only when you want to perform installation while maintaining the existing partitions. Use the guided mode for normal installation.
Page 80 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Click [Click here to prepare and/or initiate an operating system installation]. The [Select the operating system to be installed] window appears. Click [Special Hints on Operating System Installation] and read the contents. Important information such as limitations on disk configuration is described. Click [MS Windows Operating Systems].
Page 81: Disk Manager
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 3.3.2 Disk Manager Start up Disk Manager and format the installation partition. Click [Use Disk Manager to partition and format your disk drives]. Disk Manager starts up. Format the OS installation partition. Select the OS installation partition and click the [Partition] menu →...
Page 82: Os Installation Wizard
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.3.3 OS Installation Wizard Set computer information, user information, and the network protocol. ServerStart can configure multiple network patterns. When configuring a domain controller, refer to "Using ServerStart to Configure the Network". The setting window differs depending on the OS to be installed. The following describes operations on Windows Server 2003 R2.
Page 83: Application Wizard
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Set items and click [Next]. The [Software Components] window appears. If Windows Server 2003 R2 is selected at the Computer Identification, R2 components are always copied to the hard disk. To install the components, click [Properties] and check the components to be installed.
Page 84 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Click [Yes]. The following window appears. Enter the file name and click [Save As]. Installation starts automatically. 1. If a message prompts you to insert the Array Controller Document & Tool CD, insert the CD-ROM and click [OK]. 2.
Page 85 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide When a message prompts you to insert the OS CD-ROM, insert the CD-ROM and click [OK]. For Windows 2000 Server/Windows Server 2003/Windows Server 2003 x64 1. Insert the OS CD-ROM (Installation CD-ROM). The License Agreement window appears.
Page 86: Remote Installation
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.4 Remote Installation ServerStart supports remote installation. 3.4.1 Overview of Remote Installation Remote installation is a method to save resources necessary for installation, such as the OS and Service Pack, in a different server on the network and install them via the network. If a remote resource server is configured, you can install the same resources to multiple servers.
Page 87: System Requirements For Remote Resource/Pxe Servers
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Remote Installation Using a Remote Resource Server In remote installation using a remote resource server, ServerStart starts up on the target server. Procedures for starting installation are the same as those in normal installation (preparation, guided, and expert modes).
Page 88 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Checking Server Free Space Decide a server to use as a remote resource server/PXE server and check it for enough free space for storing resources. Checking the Number of Servers • When you have only one server, use it as the remote resource server, PXE server, and DHCP service server.
Page 89: Preparation Of The Pxe Server (When The Pxe Server Is Used)
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 3.4.3 Preparation of the PXE Server (When the PXE Server is Used) When performing remote installation using a PXE server, preparatory procedures, such as installing ServerStart, are required. Perform the following procedures to prepare the PXE server.
Page 90 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Installing ServerStart Insert the ServerStart Disc 1 CD-ROM into the PXE server. The [Fujitsu Siemens ServerStart Setup] window appears. When the [Fujitsu Siemens ServerStart Setup] window does not appear, execute "SeStSetup.exe" in the CD-ROM. Check [Classic+Remote Installation], [PXE Server] and [Data packages for Remote Installation], and click [Ok].
Page 91 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Select the LAN controller to use and click [Next]. The [proxy DHCP Configuration] window appears. Select [Yes] to run the DHCP service on the PXE server or select [No] to run the DHCP service on the other server on the network, and click [OK].
Page 92 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Select the installation folder, configure ServerStart image that is required for network booting (PXE), and click [Next]. To change the installation folder, click [Browse] and select the folder. The [Select Features] window appears. Clicking [Disk Cost] displays the following window where you can check the amount of free space.
Page 93 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Click [Next]. The [Useraccount for access to the ServerStart Data packages] window appears. Clicking [Create New User] displays the [Create New User] window. Configure each item to create a new user. Enter a user name and a password, and click [Next].
Page 94 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Enter the user information of the software and click [Next]. The [Destination Folder] window appears. Specify the installation folder and click [Next]. To change the installation folder, click [Browse] and select the folder. The [Select Features] window appears. Clicking [Disk Cost] displays the following window where you can check the amount of free space.
Page 95: Checking Services
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Checking Services Checking [PXE Services] and [TFTP Service] Right-click the [My Computer] icon and click [Manage]. Select [Services] from [Services and Applications]. On the Services list, check that PXE Services and TFTP Service have been installed and started.
Page 96 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Setting TFTP TFTP is an FTP service function that requires no authentication. In remote installation, the TFTP service is used to distribute the boot image required for startup. For the TFTP path, set the appropriate access rights for the Guest account to obtain the image via network startup (PXE).
Page 97: Preparation Of Remote Resources
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 3.4.4 Preparation of Remote Resources Store resources to be installed on the remote resource server (PXE server) before starting installation. For sharing resources, log on to the remote resource/PXE server with the Administrator account. Prepare resources required for installation.
Page 98: Creating A Configuration File
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Checking the MAC Address of the Onboard LAN In remote installation, target servers are identified according to the MAC address. MAC addresses are unique information to LAN cards. Check the MAC address on each target server. Write down the MAC address of the onboard LAN.
Page 99 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Click the OS to install. The [Preparing the Installation of (OS)] window appears. If a configuration file has already been created, go to Step 6. Set items in wizards to create a configuration file. Refer to "3.2.2 Configuring Settings in Wizards" ( pg.75). Set items in wizards and save the configuration file.
Page 100 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Configure remote installation. 1. Enter the "MAC address of target system". 2. Select the "PRIMERGY model type". 3. Specify the "Configuration File" containing the installation settings. Click [Start Installation]. Installation starts. All disk contents on the target server are deleted. The [ServerStart Boot Manager] window appears.
Page 101: Starting Remote Installation Using A Remote Resource Server
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Turn on the target server. It is started up via the network (PXE) and installation starts. When the resources have been copied, the "Preparation for automatic OS installation has completed." message appears. Subsequent installation is performed automatically.
Page 102 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Checking Remote Resources Check that the remote resource server is shared properly. Start up "Command Prompt" on the remote resource server. Enter the following and press the [Enter] key. prompt:>net share Check that the created shared folder is displayed properly. For the net command, refer to Windows Help.
Page 103 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 3. Enter [Remote path], [User name], and [Password] and click [OK]. The [Initialization of ServerStart core running] window appears and the ServerStart initialization process starts. Depending on the hardware configuration, this process may take a few minutes. When the process is completed, the [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears.
Page 104 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart In Preparation Mode Create a configuration file. For the creation procedure, refer to "3.2 Preparation Mode" ( pg.73). Specify the shared name of the prepared shared folder instead of the local CD-ROM as instal- lation source information.
Page 105: Installation On Multiple (The Second And Subsequent) Servers
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 3.5 Installation on Multiple (the Second and Subsequent) Servers This chapter explains how to perform installation on multiple servers using ServerStart. By editing the configuration file created for installation on the first server, you can use it for installation on other servers of the same model and configuration.
Page 106: Installation In Guided Mode
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.5.2 Installation in Guided Mode Edit the configuration file and perform installation in guided mode. Confirm that the floppy disk drive of USB connection is connected before turning on the power supply of the server. Turn on the server and insert the ServerStart Disc 1 CD-ROM immediately.
Page 107: Installation In Preparation Mode
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Settings values in wizards Setting items in wizards are set to the values set on the first server. For installation on subse- quent servers, you must change the following items in the “OS installation wizard”. For other items, change the settings as necessary.
Page 108 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Specify "SerStartBatch.ini" on drive A and click [Create]. The display returns to the preparation mode window. For procedures from setting wizards to completion of installation, refer to "3.2 Preparation Mode" ( pg.73). When performing remote installation, refer to "3.4 Remote Installation" ( pg.86). Settings values in wizards Setting items in wizards are set to the values set on the first server.
Page 109: Chapter 4 Manual Os Installation
Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation This chapter explains how to install the OS in the server without using ServerStart. 4.1 Creating Driver Disks ......110 4.2 Starting Manual Installation .
Page 110: Creating Driver Disks
Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation 4.1 Creating Driver Disks When installing the OS manually, it is necessary to create driver installation disks beforehand. Also, driver disks must be created when you add an expansion card during server operation. 4.1.1 Required Driver Disks Prepare for the floppy disks in advance to create the driver disks.
Page 111 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide For Windows Server 2003 table: Drivers Required for Installing Windows Server 2003 Expansion card/onboard controller Driver Chipset Driver provided with the ServerStart CD-ROM Graphic controller Driver provided with the ServerStart CD-ROM Onboard SAS controller Integrated Mirroring SAS Driver Windows 2003 for x64 Edition Drivers Disk V1.21.13L10...
Page 112: How To Create Driver Disks [Floppybuilder Function]
Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation 4.1.2 How to Create Driver Disks [FloppyBuilder function] Driver disks are created from the ServerStart CD-ROM using the ServerStart FloppyBuilder function. The FloppyBuilder function is available in the following environments. • Starting up the ServerStart system on a client computer (Recommended) •...
Page 113 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Insert the attached [ServerStart floppy disk] into the server's floppy disk drive. Then make sure "Removable media" and "A:" are selected and click [Create]. A network setup window for remote installation appears. If a configuration file already exists in the ServerStart floppy disk and [OK] is clicked without clicking [Create], the [ServerStart Unattended Mode] window appears.
Page 114 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation Creating Driver Disks Start up ServerStart and confirm that the [Welcome to ServerStart] window is displayed. Click [FloppyBuilder]. The [ServerStart FloppyBuilder] window appears. Click [Drivers Diskettes (for Windows Server 2003 / Windows 2000 Server)] or [Drivers Diskettes (for Windows Server 2003 x64)].
Page 115: Starting Manual Installation
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 4.2 Starting Manual Installation This section explains the procedures for installing the OS manually. If the external floppy disk drive (USB) with a floppy disk inserted is not connected at server startup, BIOS cannot recognize the external floppy disk drive (USB). Make sure to connect the external floppy disk drive (USB) with a floppy disk inserted before server startup ( "E External Floppy Disk Drive...
Page 116 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation Prepare the Windows Server 2003 x64 CD-ROM. Insert the created driver disk. Then turn on the server and insert the Windows Server 2003 x64 CD-ROM immediately into the CD-ROM drive. When the active area is specified on the hard disk, the following message appears.
Page 117 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Install the ChipSet driver. 1. Insert the ServerStart Disc 1 CD-ROM into the drive of the server. If the ServerStart window appears, exit ServerStart. 2. Execute the following command on the ServerStart CD-ROM. [CD-ROM drive] :\DRIVERS\ChipSet\Intel\Intel3000\Setup.exe The installation wizard starts up.
Page 118: Installing Windows Server 2003
Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation 4.2.2 Installing Windows Server 2003 For details on the OS settings, refer to the following URL. http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/exchange/2003/Library/default.mspx Create driver disks. Prepare necessary drivers before installing Windows Server 2003. Some drivers are created from the ServerStart CD-ROM. For how to create driver disks, refer to "4.1 Creating Driver Disks"...
Page 119 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 2. When the "Please insert the disk labeled Manufacturer-supplied hardware support disk into Drive A:" message appears, press the [Enter] key. The following message appears. You have chosen to configure a SCSI Adapter for use with Windows, using a device support disk provided by an adapter manufacturer.
Page 120 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation 1. Insert the ServerStart Disc 1 CD-ROM into the drive of the server. If the ServerStart window appears, exit ServerStart. 2. Execute the following command on the CD-ROM. [CD-ROM drive] :\DRIVERS\VIDEO\MATROX\w2k_w2k3\setup.bat The installation wizard starts up. 3.
Page 121: Installing Windows 2000 Server
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 4.2.3 Installing Windows 2000 Server Create driver disks. Prepare necessary drivers before installing Windows 2000 Server. Some drivers used with Windows 2000 Server are created from the ServerStart CD-ROM. For how to create driver disks, refer to "4.1 Creating Driver Disks" ( pg.110).
Page 122 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation 2. When the "Please insert the disk labeled Manufacturer-supplied hardware support disk into Drive A:" message appears, press the [Enter] key. The following message appears. You have chosen to configure a SCSI Adapter for use with Windows 2000, using a device support disk provided by an adapter manufacturer.
Page 123 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Install the display driver. 1. Insert the ServerStart Disc 1 CD-ROM into the drive of the server. If the ServerStart window appears, exit ServerStart. 2. Execute the following command on the CD-ROM. [CD-ROM drive] :\DRIVERS\VIDEO\MATROX\w2k_w2k3\setup.bat The installation wizard starts up.
Page 124: Installing Linux
Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation 7. Select [Install an optimum driver (Recommended)] and click [Next]. The [Identify Driver File] window appears. 8. Check [CD-ROM drive] in [Search location options] and click [Next]. Detected drivers are displayed. 9. Click [Next]. Driver installation starts. When it is completed, a completion window appears. 10.
Page 125: Installing The Lan Driver
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 4.3 Installing the LAN Driver This section explains the procedure for installing the driver. In addition to the case where the OS is installed manually, the driver must be installed when a LAN card is added.
Page 126: Installing The Lan Driver (Windows Server 2003 X64)
Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation • Onboard LAN 2 corresponds with PCI bus 8, device 4, and function 0 When the LAN driver is installed to [Other devices] before updating the driver for the network adapter recognized immediately after the OS installation When driver installation starts, the following window appears.
Page 127 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Names of the LAN devices are displayed as follows. table: LAN device name LAN cards LAN device name Onboard LAN (1000BASE-T) Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet PG-1862 Intel(R) PRO/1000 MT Dual Port Network Connection PG-1882L Intel(R) PRO/1000 MF Server Adapter...
Page 128: Installing The Lan Driver (Windows Server 2003)
Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation Click [Finish]. Click [Close] to close the properties window. Remove the driver disk and restart the system. After LAN driver installation, names of the LAN devices are displayed as follows. table: LAN device name LAN cards LAN device name Onboard LAN (1000BASE-T) Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet...
Page 129: Installing The Lan Driver (Windows 2000 Server)
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Click [Finish]. Click [Close] to close the properties window. Installing the LAN Driver Perform the following procedures on each [Ethernet controller] under [Other devices] in [Device Manager]. Insert the driver disk created from the ServerStart CD-ROM into the server.
Page 130 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation Click [Device Manager]. As many [Ethernet controller] items as the installed LAN ports are displayed under [Other devices]. Double-click each [Ethernet controller] item and perform the following Steps 4 to 11 on all LAN ports. When installing the driver, open the Ethernet controller properties and check the corresponding controller.
Page 131: Latest Drivers
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide After LAN driver installation, names of the LAN devices are displayed as follows. table: LAN device name LAN cards LAN device name Onboard LAN (1000BASE-T) Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet PG-1862 Intel(R) PRO/1000 MT Dual Port Server Adapter...
Page 132 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation...
Page 133 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation This chapter explains the operations to be performed after OS installation. Make sure to perform these operations before operating the server. 5.1 Memory Dump/Paging File Setting ....134 5.2 Creating a Disk for System Recovery .
Page 134: Chapter 5 Operations After Os Installation
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.1 Memory Dump/Paging File Setting Before starting operating this server, configure the setting for obtaining memory dump. Memory Dump If memory dump is set, debugging information will be automatically saved when a STOP error (fatal system error) occurs in the system.
Page 135 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Kernel Memory Dump Information of only kernel memory space is recorded. The file is stored in the directory displayed in the [Dump file] box. Capacity required for kernel memory dump is as follows: • Paging file: Depending on installed physical memory amount For 256 to 1373MB: Installed physical memory ×...
Page 136 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Click the [Advanced] tab and click [Settings] in [Startup and Recovery]. The [Startup and Recovery] window appears. Set as follows: 1. In the [Write debugging information] section, select the memory dump file type. • Complete memory dump (Recommended) The whole system memory information is recorded to the memory dump file.
Page 137 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide For OS Dump settings, even if reboot after obtaining the dump is set, it may not reboot at hard- ware failure. Hardware failure should be fixed immediately, however, when uninterrupted oper- ation is necessary, set reboot with Software Watchdog.
Page 138 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Click [Change] in the [Virtual memory] section. The [Virtual Memory] window appears. Specify the drive where the paging file is to be created. In [Drive], select the drive where the system is installed. The selected drive is displayed in [Drive] in [Paging file size for selected drive]. Select [Custom size] and enter a value in [Initial size].
Page 139: How To Obtain Memory Dump For Windows 2000 Server
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Restart the system. The setting is enabled after the system is restarted. 5.1.2 How to Obtain Memory Dump for Windows 2000 Server Check the following settings before starting configuration to obtain memory dump. Checking Hard Disk Free Space Once memory dump is obtained, a file containing contents of the whole physical memory installed in the system is created.
Page 140 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Small Memory Dump Minimum amount of useful information for problem identification is recorded. In this option, a paging file of at least 2MB is required in the boot volume. Also, a new file is created each time the system unexpectedly stops.
Page 141 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Set as follows: 1. In the [Write debugging information] section, select the memory dump file type. • Complete memory dump (Recommended) The whole system memory information is recorded to the memory dump file. • Kernel memory dump Only kernel memory is recorded to the memory dump file.
Page 142 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Paging File Setting Set up the paging file according to the following procedures: Log on to the server with administrator privileges. Check free space of the drive where the system is installed. Check the required amount of free space according to " Checking Hard Disk Free Space"...
Page 143 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Click [Change] in the [Virtual memory] section. The [Virtual Memory] window appears. Specify the drive where the paging file is to be created. In [Drive], select the drive where the system is installed. The selected drive is displayed in [Drive] in [Paging file size for selected drive].
Page 144: Creating A Disk For System Recovery
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.2 Creating a Disk for System Recovery If the installation of the OS was performed manually, create a system recovery disk. When performing Automatic System Recovery (ASR), if the external floppy disk drive (USB), with a floppy disk inserted, is not connected at server startup, BIOS cannot recognize the external floppy disk drive (USB).
Page 145: Creating A System Recovery Disk (For Windows 2000 Server)
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide If a message prompts you to insert a floppy disk, insert the floppy disk and click [OK]. Automated system recovery disk is created. When the process is completed, a message appears. Eject the floppy disk according to the message and put a label on it.
Page 146: Storing The System Configuration Information
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.3 Storing the System Configuration Information Before starting operations and when changing the system configuration information, store the configuration information. By storing this information, the system can be recovered with the stored information in case of a system failure (such as when the baseboard fails).
Page 147: Storing The Bios Information And The Remote Management Controller Information
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 5.3.1 Storing the BIOS Information and the Remote Management Controller Information Store the BIOS information and the Remote Management Controller information according to the following procedures. Before starting the operation, if the "OS Boot Monitoring" function of ServerView is enabled, disable it (it is disabled by default).
Page 148: Recovering The Bios Information
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.3.2 Recovering the BIOS Information If the information configured with the BIOS Setup Utility was deleted due to a drain of the built-in server battery, etc., restore the BIOS information according to the following procedures. Do not turn off the server while a program is running.
Page 149: Recovering The Remote Management Controller Information
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 5.3.3 Recovering the Remote Management Controller Information If the Remote Management Controller information is changed to the default setting due to a baseboard failure, etc., restore the information according to the following procedures. If "5.3.2 Recovering the BIOS Information" ( pg.148) is performed, the Remote Management Controller information is restored at the same time.
Page 150: Creating Maintenance Tools
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.4 Creating Maintenance Tools This section explains how to create tools for maintaining the server. Maintenance tools are created with the FloppyBuilder function of ServerStart. With the FloppyBuilder function of ServerStart, you can create the following tool: •...
Page 151 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Starting ServerStart For Creation on a Client Computer Insert the ServerStart Disc 1 CD-ROM into the client computer's CD-ROM drive. Click [Start] → [Programs] → [Fujitsu ServerStart] → [ServerStart]. ServerStart starts up and the [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears.
Page 152 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Click [OK]. The [Initializing ServerStart] window appears and the ServerStart initialization process starts. Depending on the hardware configuration, this process may take a few minutes. When the process is completed, the [Create a ServerStart Floppy Disk] window appears. Click [or Insert a ServerStart Floppy Disk to Start ServerStart].
Page 153 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Creating a Configuration Tool Floppy Disk Start up ServerStart and confirm that the [Welcome to ServerStart] window is displayed. Start up ServerStart and click [FloppyBuilder]. The [ServerStart FloppyBuilder] window appears. Click [Hardware Configuration Tools]. Click the tool you want to create.
Page 154: Creating A Dos Floppy Disk
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.4.2 Creating a DOS Floppy Disk For DOS data stored into the floppy disk, refer to the file in the following folder of the ServerStart Disc 1 CD-ROM. [CD-ROM drive] :\FreeDOS To create a DOS floppy disk, you need an unused floppy disk. Prepare it in advance. Start up ServerStart and Click [FloppyBuilder].
Page 155: Notes Before Operating The Server
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 5.5 Notes before Operating the Server This section explains the settings required before starting to operate the server. For details on the settings, refer to the following URL. http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/exchange/2003/Library/default.mspx • If a LAN card was added, install a driver according to "4.3 Installing the LAN Driver" ( pg.125).
Page 156: Auto-Run Function From Cd-Rom Drives
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.5.2 Auto-run Function from CD-ROM Drives Perform the following procedures to change the settings of the auto-run function from the CD-ROM drives after server installation: Make the registry editable, and change the value of AutoRun of the following registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\CDRom Set the value of Autorun to "1"...
Page 157: Notes On Advanced Uninterruptible Power Supply (Ups)
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Right-click the partition to change the letter and select [Change Drive Letter and Path]. The [Change Drive Letter and Path] window appears. Click [Edit]. The [Change Drive Letter or Path] window appears. Change the drive letter.
Page 158: Turning The Power On Via A Lan
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.5.5 Turning the Power On via a LAN You can turn the power on the server from a client (via a LAN) by utilizing the Wakeup On LAN (WOL) function. Make sure to install ServerView to control the power supply via a LAN. When the power cable is disconnected from the server or the server is powered off due to power interruption, restart the server.
Page 159: Other Notes On Operation
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 5.5.6 Other Notes on Operation Unnecessary Files After OS installation is completed, folders named Runonce and Runonce 2 may be left in the drive where the OS is installed. Delete these folders since you do not need them for the system operation.
Page 160: Lan Driver Advanced Setup [Bacs]
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.6 LAN Driver Advanced Setup [BACS] BACS is an integrated GUI application consisting of programs such as BASP (Broadcom Advanced Server Program) that provides the load balancing feature, etc., by teaming up multiple adapters. BACS is used in the following situations: •...
Page 161 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Click [Next]. License agreement window appears. Click [I accept the terms in the license agreement] and click [Next]. Custom Setup window appears. Click [Next]. Proceed the installation by following the window instruction.
Page 162: Vlan Setup Procedure
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation For Windows Server 2003, Windows 2000 Server If the OS is installed using ServerStart, "BACS" is already installed with the driver. If the OS is installed manually, BACS will not be installed. Execute the following file contained in the ServerStart Disc 1 CD-ROM. [CD-ROM drive]: \PROGRAMS\GENERAL\Broadcom\MgmtApps\setup.exe The installer starts up.
Page 163 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Click [Expert Mode] on the [Broadcom Teaming Wizard]. Specify [Team Name], [VLAN ID], and [VLAN Name] in the [Create New VLAN] window. The [Team Name] is not displayed when the [Add VLAN] window appears. The [VLAN ID] should be identical with the switch setting.
Page 164: Cautions For Onboard Lan Driver Ver9.25.0.0
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.6.3 Cautions for Onboard LAN Driver Ver9.25.0.0 Event Log Once a Team and VLAN are setup, multiple logs that start with the following log may be stored in the system log file of the event viewer at system start-up. Blfm Source Type...
Page 165: Lan Driver Advanced Setup [Intel® Proset]
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 5.7 LAN Driver Advanced Setup ® [Intel PROSet] ® "Intel PROSet" is a tool for configuring details on the LAN driver. This is used in the following cases. • Use the Teaming function between LAN cards or between a LAN card and the onboard LAN •...
Page 166: Cautions For Pg-185X/186X/188X/189X/286X Lan Driver V10.3
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.7.2 Cautions for PG-185x/186x/188x/189x/286x LAN Driver V10.3 Event Log Once a Team is setup, multiple identical logs from the same source that starts with the following log may be stored in the system log file of the event viewer at system start-up. Source iANSMiniport Type...
Page 167 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ® • The team with the Intel PROSet Broadcom onboard LAN and the Intel LAN card can be configured, but note the following points. • The team cannot be configured with only Broadcom onboard LANs. It is necessary to incorporate in Intel LAN card more than one port.
Page 168: Vlan
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Click [OK] to close the property window for the LAN adapter. When the Teaming setting is completed, the following virtual adapter will be created. • "Team:(Team Name)" Upper protocols will be bound with the main virtual adapter. You cannot bind them with the LAN card consisting of a Team.
Page 169: Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools
Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools For stable PRIMERGY server operations, we recommend that high reliability tools be installed. This chapter explains the installation and necessary settings of high reliability tools. 6.1 RAID Management Tool ......170 6.2 Server Monitoring Tool [ServerView] .
Page 170: Raid Management Tool
Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools 6.1 RAID Management Tool RAID Management Tool is software that performs array configuration, disk initialization and disk array monitoring. For more details, refer to the manual in Array Controller Document & Tool CD. OS installation using ServerStart If the OS is installed using ServerStart, RAID Management Tool is installed with the OS and other high reliability tools.
Page 171: Server Monitoring Tool [Serverview]
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 6.2 Server Monitoring Tool [ServerView] ServerView constantly monitors the status of the servers' hardware in the network and provides a console with which the administrator can check the status of all the servers at a glance. When using ServerView, the server hardware is monitored all the time.
Page 172: Installing Serverview
Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools ● Temperature Monitoring ServerView monitors the temperature. In an environment where ServerView is not applied, the increased temperature inside the server, due to the fan problem described above, cannot be detected and the system stop cannot be prevented. In order to detect the problem, the server must reboot to run the BIOS Setup Utility or the Server Management Tools.
Page 173: Setting Required After Installation
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 6.2.2 Setting Required after Installation Perform necessary operations after ServerView installation referring to "2.4 Checking after Installation" in "ServerView User’s Guide". ■ Boot Monitoring Setting We recommend enabling the "Boot Monitoring" function after ServerView is installed. For setting procedures and explanation on the function, refer to "[Restart Settings] Tab"...
Page 174: Solving Problems Early [Dsnap]
Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools 6.3 Solving Problems Early [DSNAP] DSNAP is a tool for collectively acquiring failure investigation information such as server environment information. OS installation using ServerStart If the OS is installed using ServerStart, DSNAP is installed with the OS and other high reliability tools. 6.3.1 Installing DSNAP ●...
Page 175 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options This chapter explains how to install internal options on this server. 7.1 Before Installing Internal Options ....176 7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover .
Page 176: Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.1 Before Installing Internal Options The following types of internal options can be installed on this server. Expansion cards Memory modules Internal CD-ROM drive unit Internal hard disk units When installing or removing devices, make sure to use the removed screws on the same location and devices that were last installed or removed.
Page 177 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide • Devices inside the server remain hot after shutdown. Wait for a while after shutdown before installing or removing internal options. • The circuit boards and soldered parts of internal options are exposed. They can be damaged by static electricity.
Page 178: Removing And Attaching The Top Cover
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover This section explains how to remove and attach the top cover. • When removing or attaching the top cover, turn off the server and all peripheral devices. Also unplug all power cables from the server. Failure to do so may cause electric shock ( "1.4.3 Turning Off the Server"...
Page 179 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Slide the server. Pull the server forward until it stops. • When sliding the server or pushing it back, be careful not to pinch fingers or clothes. Failure to do so may cause injury. While pressing the locks on both sides, pull out the server a little.
Page 180 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options Loosen the screw on the rear of the server. [Rear of the Server] Slide the top cover slowly to the rear and lift it to remove from the server. Top cover ■ How to Attach the Top Cover To attach the top cover, simply reverse the removal procedures.
Page 181: Installing Memory Modules
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 7.3 Installing Memory Modules Additional memory will help to increase the amount of data to read at a time and improve the server processing capability. • Before installation or removal, turn off the server and all peripheral devices.
Page 182: Where To Install Memory Modules
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.3.1 Where to Install Memory Modules Install memory modules in the memory slots on the baseboard. A memory of this server contains a single Dual In-Line Memory Module (DIMM) and you can add a single memory module at a time. DIMM-2B DIMM-1B DIMM-2A...
Page 183: How To Install/Remove Memory Modules
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 7.3.3 How to Install/Remove Memory Modules Turn off the server and remove the top cover. "7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover" (pg.178) Touch a metal part of the server to discharge static electricity. Install or remove memory modules.
Page 184: Defective Memory Disconnection Function
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.3.4 Defective Memory Disconnection Function This server is equipped with the defective memory (RAM module) disconnection function. This function disconnects the memory (one DIMM) judged to be defective (error) during Power On Self Test (POST) to start the server. When POST is executed, if the memory capacity is discovered to be smaller than the capacity of the memory installed, there is a possibility of memory defect.
Page 185: Installing Expansion Cards
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 7.4 Installing Expansion Cards This section explains the types of expansion card, installation procedures, and notes on expansion cards. • Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and unplug the power cables from the outlet. Failure to do so may cause electric shock ( "1.4.3 Turning Off the Server"...
Page 186: Where To Install An Expansion Card
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.4.1 Where to Install an Expansion Card This server has two PCI slots. Up to two expansion cards can be installed. PCI Slot is compliant to PCI local bus specifications (Version 2.2). The figure below shows the slot locations. ■...
Page 187: Installable Expansion Cards And Notes
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 7.4.2 Installable Expansion Cards and Notes This section explains expansion cards that can be installed and provides notes on installation. ■ Basic Card Slot ● Installable Expansion Cards Up to two expansion cards listed on the following table can be installed in the server.
Page 188 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options ■ PCI Slot Conversion kit (optional) By installing the optional PCI Slot Conversion kit, PCI slot 1 is available only for PCI-Express card. ● Installable Expansion Cards Up to two expansion cards listed on the following table can be installed in the server. table: List of Installable Expansion Cards Number Installable expansion card (Model name)
Page 189: Notes On Installation
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ■ Notes on Installation ● Drivers For expansion card drivers, refer to "4.1.1 Required Driver Disks" ( pg.110). ● Notes Pertaining to Cards For notes about a specific expansion card, refer to the manuals supplied with the card and the notes provided with the server.
Page 190: How To Install An Expansion Card
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.4.3 How to Install an Expansion Card This section explains how to install an expansion card when a basic card slot is used. For a basic card slot conversion kit (optional), follow the same procedure. Turn off the server and remove the top cover.
Page 191 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide • When installing a card to PCI slot 1 Remove the PCI slot cover, and install an expansion card. Expansion card The slot cover for PCI slot 1 is composed of a LowProfile slot cover and an Extension slot cover.
Page 192 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options Securely install the PCI riser card locking frame to the connector, and fix it by tightening the screws. Connector for PCI riser card locking frame Attach the top cover and return the server back to its original position. Set and confirm the system resource information.
Page 193: Installing An Internal Cd-Rom Drive Unit
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 7.5 Installing an Internal CD-ROM Drive Unit This section explains the procedure for installing a CD-ROM drive (optional). Unless otherwise noted, description of the CD-ROM includes DVD-RAM. • Before installation or removal, turn off the server and all peripheral devices.
Page 194: How To Install The Internal Cd-Rom Drive Unit
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.5.2 How to Install the Internal CD-ROM Drive Unit The DVD-RAM drive unit package includes parts which are not used for drive installation. Turn off the server and remove the top cover. "7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover" (pg.178) Touch a metal part of the server to discharge static electricity.
Page 195 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Slide the CD-ROM drive unit forward, tighten the screws, and connect IDE cable and power cable. IDE cable Screw Power cable Attach the top cover. "7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover" (pg.178) ■ How to Remove the CD-ROM Drive Unit...
Page 196: Installing An Internal Hard Disk Unit
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.6 Installing an Internal Hard Disk Unit This section explains how to install internal hard disk units. • The circuit boards and soldered parts of internal options are exposed. They can be damaged by static electricity. Before handling them, first touch a metal part of the server to discharge static electricity.
Page 197: Installation Location Of Internal Hard Disk Unit
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 7.6.1 Installation Location of Internal Hard Disk Unit ■ SCSI-ID of Internal Hard Disk Unit The internal hard disk unit is installed in 3.5inch storage bay. Bay numbers are as follows. Install the internal hard disk units in the order of bay 1 and bay 2.
Page 198: How To Install The Internal Hard Disk Unit
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.6.3 How to Install the Internal Hard Disk Unit Turn off the server and all peripheral devices. Also unplug all power cables from the server. "1.4.3 Turning Off the Server" (pg.33) Touch a metal part of the server to discharge static electricity. Remove the dummy unit from the bay where an internal hard disk unit will be installed.
Page 199 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ■ How to Remove the Internal Hard Disk Unit Turn off the server and all peripheral devices. Also unplug all power cables from the server. "1.4.3 Turning Off the Server" (pg.33) Touch a metal part of the server to discharge static electricity.
Page 200: Replacing Internal Hard Disk Unit At Failure (Only For Array Configurations)
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.6.4 Replacing Internal Hard Disk Unit at Failure (Only for array configurations) If an array system is configured (RAID1), replacing a hard disk unit and performing recovery operations are possible for the internal hard disk unit during failure without turning off the power source of the server and the peripheral devices (hot swappable/hot pluggable).
Page 201: Connection Of Optional Devices
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 7.7 Connection of Optional Devices This section explains the connection of optional devices. 7.7.1 Connecting an External SCSI Option ■ Connectable External SCSI Options The following external SCSI option can be connected to this server.
Page 202 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options...
Page 203: Chapter 8 Configuring Hardware And Utilities
Chapter 8 Configuring Hardware and Utilities This chapter explains how to make the environment settings necessary to operate the server and how to use each utility. 8.1 Jumper Settings ....... 204 8.2 BIOS Setup Utility .
Page 204: Jumper Settings
Chapter 8 Configuring Hardware and Utilities 8.1 Jumper Settings The BIOS password setting can be deleted through the jumper settings. Do not change the jumper settings except when deleting the BIOS password. 8.1.1 Jumper Location and Settings ■ Jumper Location The jumper of the server is located on the baseboard as shown below.
Page 205: Bios Setup Utility
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 8.2 BIOS Setup Utility This section explains settings for the BIOS Setup Utility and items regarding each setting. 8.2.1 Starting and Exiting the BIOS Setup Utility The following explains how to start and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
Page 206 Chapter 8 Configuring Hardware and Utilities While the message "<F2> BIOS Setup / <F12> BOOT Menu" is displayed, pressing the [F12] key causes the Boot Menu screen to appear when POST completes. Boot Menu CD-ROM Drive 2. +Diskette 3. +Hard Drive Legacy LAN Card <...
Page 207 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ■ How to Exit the BIOS Setup Utility Use the [←] [→] keys to display the [Exit] menu. Main Advanced Security Server Exit Item Specific Help Save Changes & Exit Discard Changes & Exit Get Default Values...
Page 208: Main Menu
Chapter 8 Configuring Hardware and Utilities 8.2.2 Main Menu The [Main] menu is initially displayed when you start the BIOS Setup Utility. Settings for time and date and for the drives are configured on the [Main] menu. Main Advanced Security Server Exit Item Specific Help...
Page 209: Standard Ide Submenu
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 8.2.3 Standard IDE Submenu This submenu appears when selecting "Standard IDE" in the [Main] menu. Sets the operating mode for connected IDE devices. When the hard disk drivers are installed to Standard IDE Master or Standard IDE Slave, each menu is displayed. Displayed items differ from drive to drive.
Page 210: Boot Options Submenu
Chapter 8 Configuring Hardware and Utilities 8.2.4 Boot Options Submenu This submenu appears when selecting "Boot Options" in the [Main] menu. Use this submenu to set system startup options. Main Advanced Security Server Exit Boot Options Item Specific Help POST Errors: [Halt On All Errors] Keyboard Check: [Enabled]...
Page 211 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide table: Items on the Boot Options Submenu Item Setting Description • CD-ROM Drive Boot sequence The order of devices to boot the OS is set by pressing • Diskette [Enter]. • Hard Drive Use the [+] [-] keys to change the order of priority for the •...
Page 212: Advanced Menu
Chapter 8 Configuring Hardware and Utilities 8.2.5 Advanced Menu The [Advanced] menu sets the peripheral device and PCI device options. Main Advanced Security Server Exit Item Specific Help Setup Warning Setting items on this menu to incorrect values may cause your system to malfunction. Peripheral Configuration PCI Configuration Advanced System Configuration...
Page 213: Peripheral Configuration Submenu
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 8.2.6 Peripheral Configuration Submenu This submenu appears when selecting "Peripheral Configuration" in the [Advanced] menu. Use this submenu to configure the serial port, etc. Main Advanced Security Server Exit Peripheral Configuration Item Specific Help Serial 1:...
Page 214 Chapter 8 Configuring Hardware and Utilities table: Items on the Peripheral Configuration Submenu Item Setting Description P-ATA Maps To: Secondary (Unchangeable) Sets the parallel ATA mapping. This item is displayed when [S-ATA Mode] is set to "Compatible". Primary IDE Channel Enabled (Unchangeable) Sets to enable primary IDE channel or not.
Page 215: Pci Configuration Submenu
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 8.2.7 PCI Configuration Submenu This submenu appears when selecting "PCI Configuration" in the [Advanced] menu. Use this submenu to set the PCI device. Main Advanced Security Server Exit PCI Configuration Item Specific Help PCI SLOTS Configuration:...
Page 216: Advanced System Configuration Submenu
Chapter 8 Configuring Hardware and Utilities 8.2.8 Advanced System Configuration Submenu This submenu appears when selecting "Advanced System Configuration" in the [Advanced] menu. Use this submenu to configure the settings which are related to CPU, memory and USB. Main Advanced Security Server Exit...
Page 217 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide table: Items on the Advanced System Configuration Submenu Item Setting Description Hardware Prefetch Enabled (Unchangeable) Configures the CPU internal setting. Adjacent Sector Prefetch Enabled (Unchangeable) CPU Timeout Counter Disabled (Unchangeable) Sets to enable the power saving function or not.
Page 218: Power On/Off Submenu
Chapter 8 Configuring Hardware and Utilities 8.2.9 Power On/Off Submenu This submenu appears when selecting "Power On/Off" in the [Advanced] menu. Use this submenu to configure power On/Off settings. Main Advanced Security Server Exit Power On/Off Item Specific Help Power On Source [BIOS Controlled] Remote: [Disabled]...
Page 219: Ipmi Submenu
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide table: Items on the Power On/Off Submenu Item Setting Description Power Off Source Enabled (Unchangeable) Software Sets to enable the power to be turned off using a program or the operating system. Enabled (Unchangeable) Power Button...
Page 220: Lan Settings Submenu
Chapter 8 Configuring Hardware and Utilities table: Items on the IPMI Submenu Item Setting Description iRMC Time Sync Enabled (Unchangeable) Synchronizes the internal clock of the Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) with the system time. System Event Log Displays the system event logs. Press the [Enter] key to display the system event log window.
Page 221: Security Menu
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 8.2.11 Security Menu The [Security] menu sets the security options. Main Advanced Security Server Exit Item Specific Help Setup Password: Not installed System Password: Not installed Set Setup Password: [Press Enter] Setup Password Lock: [Standard]...
Page 222 Chapter 8 Configuring Hardware and Utilities table: Items on the Security Menu Item Setting Description • System (At the time of System Password Mode Sets the password entering for system start-up. purchase) This item can be set only when [System Password] •...
Page 223: Server Menu
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 8.2.12 Server Menu The [Server] menu sets the server options. Main Advanced Security Server Exit Item Specific Help O/S Boot Timeout: [Disabled] Action: [Reset] Timeout Value: ASR&R Boot Delay: Power Cycle Delay: Boot Retry Counter:...
Page 224: Cpu Status Submenu
Chapter 8 Configuring Hardware and Utilities table: Items on the Server Menu Item Setting Description • 0 (At the time of Timeout Value Sets the timeout period in minutes. purchase) • 0 – 100 • 2 (At the time of ASR&R Boot Delay Sets the standby time for startup after shutdown due purchase)
Page 225: Console Redirection Submenu
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ■ Console Redirection Submenu This submenu configures detailed settings for console redirection. table: Items on the Console Redirection Submenu Item Setting Description • Disabled (At the time of Console Redirection Sets to enable console redirection or not.
Page 226: Exit Menu
Chapter 8 Configuring Hardware and Utilities 8.2.13 Exit Menu This menu exits the BIOS Setup Utility. Main Advanced Security Server Exit Item Specific Help Save Changes & Exit Discard Changes & Exit Get Default Values Load Previous Values Change Values Help Select Item Setup Defaults...
Page 227: Operation And Maintenance
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance This chapter explains the operations that become necessary after starting to use this server as well as daily care and maintenance. 9.1 Daily Maintenance ......228 9.2 Troubleshooting .
Page 228: Chapter 9 Operation And Maintenance
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.1 Daily Maintenance This section explains how to check the status of the operating server, as well as how to perform daily maintenance. ● PRIMERGY information For the latest information on PRIMERGY, update modules, drivers, and software, refer to the Fujitsu PRIMERGY website.
Page 229: Cleaning The Server
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ■ Cleaning the Server Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. For stains that do not come off with a dry cloth, wipe with a cloth lightly dampened with a mild detergent. Once the stain has been removed, wipe off any remaining detergent with a cloth dampened with water.
Page 230: Troubleshooting
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.2 Troubleshooting This section explains the resolutions when the server is not running properly or when error messages are displayed. For each situation, refer to the following. • Hardware problems: "9.2.1 Hardware Troubleshooting" (pg.230) • Error messages: "9.2.2 Error Messages"...
Page 231 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ● An error message is displayed Refer to "9.2.2 Error Messages" ( pg.233). ■ Display ● The display does not power on Check to see whether the power cable of the display is properly connected to the outlet.
Page 232: System Fan
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance ■ CD-ROM Drive Unit/DVD-RAM Drive Unit ● Cannot read data • Check to see whether the CD-ROM is inserted properly. If it is not inserted, correctly insert the CD-ROM so that the label is facing up. •...
Page 233: Error Messages
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 9.2.2 Error Messages This section explains the error messages for this server. ■ POST Error Messages This section explains error messages of Power On Self Test: a device check performed during the server startup (POST).
Page 234 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance table: List of POST Error Messages Message Contents A memory error has occurred. This message appears when using Non Fujitsu Siemens Memory Module memory module other than Fujitsu products. Check to see that detected - Warranty restricted! the BIOS Setup Utility settings are correct ( "8.2 BIOS Setup Utility"...
Page 235 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide table: List of POST Error Messages Message Contents A floppy drive error has occurred. Check the set value on the Diskette drive A error "8.2.2 Main Menu" ( pg.208) of the BIOS Setup Utility. Check Incorrect Drive A type - run SETUP to see whether the floppy disk drive cable is connected properly.
Page 236 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance table: List of POST Error Messages Message Contents The IRQ settings of the onboard device or the expansion card IRQ not configured are not set. Check and revise the settings on the BIOS Setup Utility. If the message still appears, replace the expansion card. If the message still appears, contact an office listed in the "Contact Information"...
Page 237: Server Management Tools Error Messages
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ■ Message Recorded on System Event Log (SEL) The following messages may be recorded when System Event Log (SEL) is displayed using ServerView supplied with the server or Server Management Tools. It is not a problem for the server operation even if the message is recorded.
Page 238: Software Troubleshooting
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance table: List of Server Management Tools Error Messages Message Resolution Other messages Contact an office listed in the "Contact Information" of "Start Guide". 9.2.3 Software Troubleshooting This section explains software related troubleshooting. For troubles during OS installation or system operation, refer to the following contents.
Page 239 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ● "Error 1920. Service (PXE Services) failed to start" appears during preconfigured installation The system installed with the preconfigured settings (PXE server) may not be connected to the network. Check the LAN cable connection and click [Rerun].
Page 240: Preconfiguration Mode
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance ■ Error Window Appears after LAN Driver Installation (on Windows Server 2003) The following window may appear when the installation of the LAN driver to the [Ethernet controller] under [Other devices] starts. This is because the LAN driver for the network adapter recognized immediately after the OS installation is not updated.
Page 241: Cannot Collect The Memory Dump
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ■ Event Log Errors after Installation After Windows Server 2003 or Windows 2000 Server has been installed, the following events may be displayed in Event Viewer. Check and perform the corrective action against the relevant event.
Page 242: Restoring The System
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance • Replacing with a larger hard disk ● Reducing the installed memory to collect the memory dump To obtain memory dump regardless of the installed memory size, reduce the installed memory to an obtainable size. Check the memory dump settings when changing the installed memory size.
Page 243 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ● Checking LAN Cable Connection Check that the LAN cable is connected to the LAN card corresponding to the specified MAC address and that the LAN card is connected to the network. ■ SNMP Service Startup Fails If the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is installed, but has not started, perform the following procedure to start the service.
Page 244 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance ● Changing the Time Settings for the OS and Hardware Clock In a Linux environment, the time displayed on the OS (the software clock value on the OS) is written to the hardware clock on the server when the OS is shut down. •...
Page 245: System Event Log
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 9.3 System Event Log To operate system event log, use the [IPMI] submenu of the [Server] menu in BIOS Setup Utility and the Server Management Tools. When the area for writing to the system event log is full, the server is set to automatically overwrite older event logs.
Page 246 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance ■ Starting Server Management Tools Before turning on this server, check that the floppy disk drive of the USB connection is connected. Before starting the system from the "Server Management Tools" disk, check to see that the "OS Boot Monitoring"...
Page 247: Viewing The System Event Log
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ■ Exiting Server Management Tools Press the [Esc] key once in the menu window of Server Management Tools. The power can be turned off when the DOS prompt is displayed. 9.3.2 Viewing the System Event Log Viewing the system event log is performed from System Event Log (SEL) of Server Management Tools.
Page 248: Saving/Deleting The System Event Log
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.3.3 Saving/Deleting the System Event Log When the system event log is full, the oldest log is overwritten with the newest log. Periodically check the system event log and save/delete as necessary. ■ Saving the System Event Log Start Server Management Tools.
Page 249: Security
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 9.4 Security Security features are provided in order to protect the server hardware and software from theft. Additional security functions, which prevent unauthorized use, provided by the BIOS Setup Utility are also available to help maintain a highly reliable data security system.
Page 250: Security Against Unauthorized Use
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.4.2 Security against Unauthorized Use A password can be set to prevent unauthorized use of the server. When a password is set, the server is accessible only to the users who know the password. ■ Password Types The following two types of password can be set in this server.
Page 251 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide When only the user or administrator password is set, the same setting items are accessible to both users and administrators. When both passwords are set, users can set dates and user passwords only. ■ Changing/Deleting a Password...
Page 252: Security When Disposing Of The Server
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.4.3 Security When Disposing of the Server ■ Notes regarding the Deletion of Data from the Hard Disk When Disposing of or Transferring the Server When disposing of or transferring a server that has been used, the data in the hard disk may be read and used unscrupulously.
Page 253: Backup
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 9.5 Backup This server utilizes high reliability components and hard disks, however, as a precautionary measure, it is recommended that periodic backups be taken of the data. 9.5.1 Importance of Backups If the data on the server is backed up, it can be restored from the backup data in the event of data corruption in hard disk units due to hardware failures or operational errors.
Page 254 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance ■ Notes on Operating Backups Notes on operating backups are as follows. For details, refer to the device manuals and Readme.txt supplied with the device driver. ● Head Cleaning Airborne dust and dust from the magnetic media can collect on the head of the magnetic tape device. To remove this dust, head cleaning must be implemented.
Page 255 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Depending on the hardware being used, some devices perform "read after write" operations on data; note the points of this section as necessary. ● Ejecting Media after a Backup Some backup software products provide functions for ejecting media after a backup is completed. Such functions will rewind the tape after a backup is completed and then eject the media from the drive.
Page 256: Restoring The System
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.6 Restoring the System In the unfortunate event where the system file, system configuration, or environment changes during startup are corrupted, use the repair information stored on the recovery disk created at the installation to restore the system. Create a recovery disk when an OS is installed or the system configuration is changed, referring to "5.2 Creating a Disk for System Recovery"...
Page 257: For Windows 2000 Server
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 9.6.2 For Windows 2000 Server ● Items Required • Windows 2000 Server CD-ROM • Windows 2000 Server system recovery disk (created beforehand) Insert the Windows 2000 Server CD-ROM after turning on the server. Check that there are no floppy disks in the floppy disk drive.
Page 258: Reinstalling The Os
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.7 Reinstalling the OS This section explains the procedure for reinstalling the OS. 9.7.1 Checking before OS Reinstallation ■ Removing the Optional Devices Remove the following optional devices before reinstallation. Install or connect them after OS installation.
Page 259: Maintenance Service
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide 9.8 Maintenance Service This section explains the details of the maintenance service. If the cause of the failure is uncertain or if the original condition cannot be restored, contact an office listed in the "Contact Information" of “Start Guide”.
Page 260: Contacting Maintenance Support
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.8.2 Contacting Maintenance Support Before contacting maintenance support, check the following. Fill in the "Configuration Sheet" and "Accident Sheet" of "Configuration Sheets". ● Item • Model name and product ID of the server They are described on the label on the server. For the label location, refer to "Start Guide". •...
Page 261: Appendix
Appendix This appendix explains the specifications for the server and internal options. It also covers how to recycle the products. A Server Specifications ......262 B Specifications for Internal Options .
Page 262: A Server Specifications
A Server Specifications Server Specifications This section explains the specifications for the server. Diskless Type table: Server Specifications Item Functions and Specifications Type Diskless Type Model PGUR1044A PGUR1041A Intel® Xeon® Processor 3040 Intel® Celeron® D Processor 346 Standard (1.86GHz/2MB) (3.06GHz/256KB) FSB: 1066MHz FSB: 533MHz Intel®...
Page 263: B Specifications For Internal Options
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Specifications for Internal Options This section explains the specifications for internal options for the server. When you have bought an internal option as a standard option, check that the package contains the following items before use. Should it happen that items are missing, contact an office listed in the "Contact Information"...
Page 264: Internal Cd-Rom Drive Unit Specifications
B Specifications for Internal Options Internal CD-ROM Drive Unit Specifications ■ Package • CD-ROM ATAPI (1) ■ Specifications table: Internal CD-ROM Drive Unit Specifications Item Functions and Specifications Model PG-CD324 Interface IDE (ATAPI) Supported Media CD-ROM disk (12 cm) Applicable Standards CD-ROM Reading mechanism Optical pickup using a laser diode...
Page 265: Power Cord Selection
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Power Cord Selection The power cord for this unit has been packed separately and has been selected according to the country of destination. It must be used to prevent electric shock. Use the following guidelines if it is necessary to replace the original cord set.
Page 266 B Specifications for Internal Options ■ For the United Kingdom Should the plug on the flexible cord not be of the type for your socket outlets, do not use an adapter but remove the plug from the cord and discard. Carefully prepare the end of the supply cord and fit a suitable plug.
Page 267: C Remote Control Function
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Remote Control Function This server supports the Remote Control function. When a personal computer (PC) is connected to the serial port of this server with an RS-232C cross cable, the PC can be used to control the server power supply (turn on/off and reset) remotely.
Page 268 C Remote Control Function ■ Connecting the Server to a PC Connect the server to a PC using an RS-232C cross cable. Serial port [Server (Rear)] Cross cable [Personal Computer] Serial port...
Page 269 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ■ Configuring the Terminal Software (PC) Perform settings for the remote control function using terminal software on the PC. ● Port Configuration Configure the port on the PC as follows: table: Port Settings Item Contents...
Page 270: Remote Power Supply Control
Welcome to PRIMERGY Remote Manager Firmware Revision x.xxA (x.xx) SDRR *.** ID 0203 RX100S4 Firmware built xxx xx xxxx xx:xx:xx * **************************************** System Type : PRIMERGY RX100 S4 System ID : xxxxxxxx System Name : RX100S4-2 (xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx) System OS : xxxxxxxx System Status: OK...
Page 271: Primergy Rx100 S4 User's Guide
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide The remote control main menu appears. **************************************** Welcome to PRIMERGY Remote Manager Firmware Revision x.xxA (x.xx) SDRR *.** ID 0203 RX100S4 Firmware built xxx xx xxxx xx:xx:xx * **************************************** System Type : PRIMERGY RX100 S4...
Page 272 C Remote Control Function Select a menu and press the corresponding number key. "*" is displayed in the bracket of unavailable menu. table: Power Management Menu Menu name Operation Immediate Power Off Turns the server off. Immediate Reset Resets the server. Power Cycle Turns the server off and back on again.
Page 273: D Remote Management Controller
(iRMC) and the optional Remote Management Ctrl Upgrade kit (PG-RMCU1). Overview of the Remote Management Controller PRIMERGY RX100 S4 has the Remote Management Controller on the baseboard. The Remote Management Controller makes the high-quality, high-reliability remote service board function possible.
Page 274: Preparation For Using Remote Management Controller
D Remote Management Controller Preparation for Using Remote Management Controller To enable the Remote Management Controller, perform the following procedure. • Configuring the BIOS • Connecting the Server to a PC ■ Configuring the BIOS To use the function of the Remote Management Controller, perform the following setting using the BIOS Setup Utility.
Page 275: Window Of The Remote Management Controller
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Window of the Remote Management Controller The Remote Management Controller uses the Web interface function. The following window appears when starting the Remote Management Controller. The following functions are available. table: Functions of the Remote Management Controller...
Page 276: Remote Management Ctrl Upgrade Kit (Pg-Rmcu1)
D Remote Management Controller Remote Management Ctrl Upgrade kit (PG-RMCU1) This option is a license key to make Remote Management Controller's console redirection function and remote storage function effective. table: Specifications of Remote Management Ctrl Upgrade kit Item Specifications Remote Management Ctrl Upgrade kit Product name PG-RMCU1 Model...
Page 277 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide ● Remote Storage Function This is a function to recognize the external memory device connected by using the console redirection function as a remote device of the server. The configuration of the remote storage function is shown in the figure below.
Page 278: Notes On Security
D Remote Management Controller After Advanced Video Redirection startup, set the keyboard setting again according to the compatible remote device. Notes on Security In the information on the Remote Management Controller, personal information such as names of administrators and other important information is contained. When setting this server with a domain that is accessible from outside, pay full attention to security, so the set information cannot be accessed from outside.
Page 279: E External Floppy Disk Drive (Usb) Notes On Usage
PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide External Floppy Disk Drive (USB) Notes on Usage The section explains notes on the usage of USB connected floppy disk drive. ■ Notes on Floppy Disk Drive Recognition at Server Startup If the floppy disk drive (USB), with a floppy disk inserted, is not connected at server startup, BIOS cannot recognize the floppy disk drive (USB).
Page 280: F Recycling
F Recycling Recycling This section explains how to recycle this server. ■ Disposing of the Server When scrapping this server, contact an office listed in the "Contact Information" of the "Start Guide". This server must be disposed of as industrial waste. Furthermore, if the server is disposed of as it is, someone else may gain access to the information contained on the hard disks.
Page 281 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Index CD-ROM ejecting ......36 application wizard inserting ......35 expert mode .
Page 282 guided mode ......56 LAN card ..... . 187, 188 LAN connector .
Page 283 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User’s Guide Windows 2000 Server ... . . 257 paging file setting ....134 Windows Server 2003 .
Page 284 top cover ......178 attach ......180 removing .
Page 285 PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User's Guide B7FH-4791-01EN-00 Issued on January, 2007 Issued by FUJITSU LIMITED • The contents of this manual may be revised without prior notice. • Fujitsu assumes no liability for damages to third party copyrights or other rights arising from the use of any information in this manual.

Fujitsu Siemens Computers PRIMERGY RX100 S4 User Manual

Chapter 1 Overview

Chapter 2 Checking before os Installation

Chapter 3 OS Installation Using Serverstart

Chapter 4 Manual os Installation

Chapter 5 Operations after os Installation

Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools

Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options

Chapter 8 Configuring Hardware and Utilities

Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance

Appendix

Quick Links

Troubleshooting

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