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Page 1 NovaScale T810 E1, T830 E1, R410 E1 User's Guide REFERENCE 86 A1 15FA 00...
Page 3 NOVASCALE NovaScale T810 E1, T830 E1, R410 E1 User's Guide Hardware February 2008 BULL CEDOC 357 AVENUE PATTON B.P.20845 49008 ANGERS CEDEX 01 FRANCE REFERENCE 86 A1 15FA 00...
Page 4 A form is provided at the end of this manual for this purpose. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Bull will not be liable for errors contained herein, or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of this material.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
NovaScale T810 E1 System Chassis Features ........
Page 6 NovaScale T810 E1 Rack Installation Kit Assembly ....... . .
Page 7 NovaScale T810 E1 Power Supply ........
Page 8 Interrupt Requests ............132 NovaScale T810 E1 Upgrade ........133 Removing or Installing the Right Side Door.
Page 9 User Guide www.bull.com Replacing a Cooling Fan ............181 Replacing the System Blower Fans ................
Page 10 User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Using Utilities........225 With the ExpressBuilder DVD you can:..............
Page 11 Recovering BIOS ............299 NovaScale T810 E1 Specifications......300...
Page 12 NovaScale T810 E1 ........
Page 13: Text Conventions
User Guide www.bull.com Text Conventions This guide uses the following text conventions. Warnings, cautions, and notes have the following meanings: Warning Warnings alert you to situations that could result in serious per- sonal injury or loss of life. Caution Cautions indicate situations that can damage the system hard- ware or software.
Page 14: Safety Notices
User Guide www.bull.com Safety Notices Caution To reduce the risk of electric shock which could cause personal injury, follow all the safety notices. Symbols are shown in your documentation and on your equipment to indicate safety hazards. Regulatory Information European Notice...
Page 15: Usa And Canada Notice
User Guide www.bull.com USA and Canada Notice Products with UL marking comply with the following UL standards: ■ UL 1950 (3rd edition 1998) Products with FCC marking comply with the following FCC standards ■ FCC part 15 The model type/ref. used for UL and FCC certification can be found on the regulatory labels stuck on your system.
Page 16: Power Supply And Cables
User Guide www.bull.com Power Supply and Cables Power Supply ■ The DC push-button on/off switch on the front panel does not turn off the system AC power. +5vdc is present on the system board whenever the AC power cords are connected between the system and an AC outlet.
Page 17: Laser Compliance Statement
User Guide www.bull.com Laser Compliance Statement The optical devices are tested and certified to be compliant with International Electro- technical Commission IEC60825-1 and European EN60825-1 standards for Class 1 laser products. Class 1 laser products are not considered hazardous. The optical devices are designed such that there is never human access to laser radiation above a Class 1 level during normal operation or prescribed maintenance conditions.
Page 18: System Features
■ Depending on your configuration: - A tower chassis that can also easily be installed into a standard EIA 19-inch rack cabinet (NovaScale T810 E1, NovaScale T830 E1). - A rack chassis ( NovaScale R410 E1). To get comfortable with your computer, we recommend you read this user guide. Keep...
Page 19: Related Documents
User Guide www.bull.com Related Documents In the ExpressBuilder disc in which you found this User’s Guide, you can also find several other documents relevant to your system, options and accessories. Some printed documents may also have been shipped with your system.
Page 20: Novascale T810 E1 System Chassis Features
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 System Chassis Features Front View The following figure shows the location of the front system features Front View Detail Figure 1: Front View 5.25-inch bays Front door Four 5.25-inch bays, one of which may include a Open the front door to access the headphone DVD-ROM drive or DVD Writer drive.
Page 21: Novascale T810 E1 Rear View
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Rear View Figure 2: Rear View AC power connector Connect the power cord to this socket. Power switch Key lock Security feature that allows you to open the right side door. Connectors “Motherboard” on page 34...
Page 22: Novascale T810 E1 Status Indicators
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Status Indicators This section explains the indication and meanings of the server lamps. Power Lamp ■ Lights green to indicate normal operation with the server powered on. ■ Remains off when the server is powered off.
Page 23: Novascale T810 E1 Internal View
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Internal View Figure 3: Internal View Power supply slot Motherboard 5.25-inch devices slots 3.5-inch devices slot Hard disk drives slots...
Page 24: Novascale R410 E1 System Chassis Features
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 System Chassis Features Front View The following figure shows the location of the front system features. Figure 4: Front View (with Front Bezel) A: Key Lock Figure 5: Front View (without Front Bezel) A: Control Panel...
Page 25 User Guide www.bull.com Figure 6: Control Panel (Front View detail) 1. USB Port. One Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect USB-equipped peripheral devices such as printers. 2. Power button. Press this switch to turn on/off the power. Refer to the ‘Powering On your System’, ‘Powering Off your System’...
Page 26: Novascale R410 E1 Rear View
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Rear View Figure 7: Rear View AC power connector Connect the power cord to this socket. Mouse Port Connect the mouse included with the system. Serial Port A Connect any peripheral with a serial interface.
Page 27: Novascale R410 E1 Internal View
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Internal View Figure 8: Internal View Rack Handles (two) System Memory DIMM Sockets PCI Cooling Fan System Blower Fans (two) Processor Air Duct Hard Drive Brackets (two) PCI Add-in Card Bracket Control Panel Processor and Heat Sink...
Page 28: Novascale T830 E1 System Chassis Features
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 System Chassis Features Front View with Front Bezel The following figure shows the location of the front system features Figure 9: Front Viewl 5.25-inch bays Front panel Two 5.25-inch bays, one of which may include a “Front Panel”...
Page 29: Front View Without Front Bezel
User Guide www.bull.com Front View without Front Bezel Figure 10: Front view without front bezel 5.25-inch bays 3.5-inch bay Two 5.25-inch bays, one of which may include a One 3.5-inch bay, that may be fitted with a tape backup unit, CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM floppy disk drive (optional).
Page 30: Novascale T830 E1 Rear View
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Rear View TP00880 Figure 11: Rear View Power supply bay Depending on your configuration, it is fitted with a fixed power supply (shown in the picture), or one with hot-swappable power modules. AC power connector Connect the power cord to this socket.
Page 31: Front Panel
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Status Indicators This section explains the indication and meanings of the system lamps located on the front and back panels of your system. Front Panel TP02346 Figure 12: Front panel (front view detail) Power/Sleep LED...
Page 32 User Guide www.bull.com Back Panel Network Interface Card (NIC) Ports Activity Lamps Refer to the back panel description for more details. See “Back Panel Connectors” on page Power Supply LEDs (Hot-Swap Power Supply Only) Please refer to “Power Supply LEDs” on page 107 for more information.
Page 33: Novascale T830 E1 Internal View
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Internal View Figure 13: Internal View Tool-less Device Bay Locks 5.25-in Device Bays 3.5-in Device Bay Hard Disk Drive Bay Drive Cage Retention Mechanism PCI Add-in Card Guide Power Supply Fan Duct / System Fan Assembly...
Page 34: Motherboard
User Guide www.bull.com Motherboard Motherboard Layout Figure 14: Motherboard Layout...
Page 35: Motherboard Jumpers
User Guide www.bull.com Motherboard Jumpers Figure 15: Motherboard Jumpers Table 1: Motherboard Jumpers Description Jumper Name Jumper Purpose RCRY MODE In the normal position (pins 1-2), allows normal system operation with correct BIOS settings. The system will POST normally. Remove the jumper to recover from a corrupted BIOS. A bootable media with a valid BIOS ROM required.
Page 36 User Guide www.bull.com Clearing the CMOS If you are not able to access the BIOS setup screens, the CMOS Clear jumper will need to be used to reset the configuration RAM. 1. Power down the system and disconnect the AC power.
Page 37: Back Panel Connectors
User Guide www.bull.com Back Panel Connectors Figure 16: Back Panel Connectors Table 3: Back Panel Connectors A: Mouse B: Serial Port A C: NIC 2 (10/100/1000 Mb) D: NIC 1 (10/100/1000 Mb) E: USB 0-1 F: Video G: Keyboard H: Diagnostic LEDs The NIC (Network Interface Card) LEDs at the right and left of each NIC provide the following information.
Page 38: Memory Configuration
User Guide www.bull.com Memory Configuration The server board provides four DIMM sockets across two channels, Channel A and Channel B. - Channel A consists of DIMM sockets A1 and A2. - Channel B consists of DIMM sockets B1 and B2.
Page 39: Bmc Controller
User Guide www.bull.com BMC Controller The Integrated Baseboard Management Controller (iBMC) is a highly integrated single-chip solution, which contains the following integrated subsystems and features. Server Class Super I/O functionality includes - Keyboard style/BT interface for BMC support - Two Fully Functional Serial Ports, compatible with the 16C550...
Page 40 User Guide www.bull.com - Three Diode Inputs for Temperature measurements - Eight Fan Tach Inputs - Four Pulse Width Modulators (PWM) - Chassis Intrusion Logic with battery backed general purpose register - LED support with programmable blink rate control - Programmable IO Port snooping, can be used to snoop on Port 80h...
Page 41: Standard Features
User Guide www.bull.com Standard Features Processor The system board can accommodate one of the following: ® ® - an Intel Pentium dual-core processor, ® ® - a Dual-Core Intel Xeon processor, ® ® - or a Quad-Core Intel Xeon processor.
Page 42: Acpi
User Guide www.bull.com ■ LSI RAID ROM - RAID0, RAID1 and RAID10 support. - For Linux applications. - Set-up with the Intel Embedded RAID configuration utility. Refer to “RAID Configuration using the Intel® Embedded Server RAID BIOS Configuration Utility” on page 123.
Page 43: Novascale T810 E1 Specific Features
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Specific Features Power Supply The system contains one auto-sensing 400-watt power supply at an operating frequency of 50/60 Hz. The power supply is designed to comply with existing emission standards and provide sufficient power for a fully loaded system configuration.
Page 44: Novascale R410 E1 Specific Features
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Specific Features Peripheral Bays The system supports a variety of standard PC AT-compatible peripheral devices. The chassis includes these peripheral bays: ■ One slimline 5.25-inch file bay for the installation of an optical drive.
Page 45: Novascale T830 E1 Specific Features
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Specific Features Peripheral Bays The system supports a variety of standard PC AT-compatible peripheral devices. The chassis includes these peripheral bays: ■ Two 5.25-inch file bays for installing half-height 5.25-inch peripheral devices such as optional tape drives (An optical drive is factory-installed).
Page 46: Optional Features
User Guide www.bull.com Optional Features You will find hereafter information about the optional components that may be installed in your system. This is not an exhaustive list, some options may not be available any more, others may have been added.
Page 47: Dvd-Rom Drive
User Guide www.bull.com DVD-ROM Drive Features ■ DVD read speed: 16X max ■ SMART-X Smart Monitoring & Adjusting Read-speed Technology for eXtraction ■ ABS® (Auto Balance System) mechanism to reduce vibration & noise while high speed rotating ■ Plug & Play with emergency manual eject ■...
Page 48: Dvd Writer Combination Drive
User Guide www.bull.com DVD Writer Combination Drive Features ■ ATAPI / E-IDE Half-Height internal DVD+R / DVD+RW / DVD-R / DVD-RW / DVD+R DL / DVD-R DL / DVD-ROM / CD-R / CD-RW / CD-ROM combination drive. ■ Support Double Layer DVD +/- DL Recording Function.
Page 49: Dat72 Tape Backup Unit (Usb)
User Guide www.bull.com DAT72 Tape Backup Unit (USB) Please refer to the documentation on the Tape Online CD for more information.
Page 50: Dat160 Tape Backup Unit (Usb)
User Guide www.bull.com DAT160 Tape Backup Unit (USB) Please refer to the documentation on the Tape Online CD for more information.
Page 51: Dlt-V4 Tape Backup Unit (Sata)
User Guide www.bull.com DLT-V4 Tape Backup Unit (SATA) Note: The DLT-V4 is plugged on a PCI SATA controller card. Do not plug it directly on the motherboard. Please refer to the documentation on the Tape Online CD for more information.
Page 52: Govault Backup Unit (Sata)
User Guide www.bull.com GoVault Backup Unit (SATA) Please refer to the documentation on the Tape Online CD for more information.
Page 53: Sas Hard Disk Drive
User Guide www.bull.com SAS Hard Disk Drive ■ Capacity: 73GB minimum ■ 15000 RPM ■ RAID support...
Page 54: S-Ata Hard Disk Drive
User Guide www.bull.com S-ATA Hard Disk Drive ■ SATA II specification. ■ Capacity: 80GB minimum ■ 7200 or 10k rpm ■ RAID support...
Page 55: Lsi 8708Em2 Sas/Sata Raid Controller
User Guide www.bull.com LSI 8708EM2 SAS/SATA RAID Controller Features ■ 8 SAS/SATA compatible ports ■ Optional battery backup module ■ Optional RAID5/6 key activation ■ Connect up to 16 intermixed SAS and SATA devices within the same array ■ Auto-resume on array rebuild ■...
Page 56: Adaptec Scsi Card 29320Lpe
User Guide www.bull.com Adaptec SCSI Card 29320LPE This card is a PCIe x1 Ultra320 SCSI controller that is ideal as a SCSI tape drive connection solution thanks to its unparalleled PCIe connectivity, and the reliability and stability of a single-channel I/O interface.
Page 57: Setting Up Your System
User Guide www.bull.com Setting Up Your System This chapter describes how to select a site, unpack the system, make cable connections, and power on the system units. Information on front and rear panel features, switches and LEDs are also included in this chapter.
Page 58: Unpacking The System
User Guide www.bull.com Unpacking the System When you receive your system, inspect the shipping containers prior to unpacking. If the shipping boxes are damaged, note the damage, and if possible, photograph it for reference. Remove the contents of the containers, and keep the cartons and the packing materials.
Page 59: Setting Up Your Server (Rack)
User Guide www.bull.com Setting Up Your Server (Rack) Setup Flow. Selecting t Select a suitable site for the server. Assemble the 19-inch rack assembly. Unpack the server and accessories from the shipping carton box. Install the server into the rack assembly.
Page 60: Selecting Server Site
User Guide www.bull.com Selecting Server Site To use the server, install it in a standard EIA 19-inch rack assembly. Refer to the documentation attached to the rack or contact your sales agent for more information about setting up the rack.
Page 61 User Guide www.bull.com ■ Place where a carpet that is not anti-static is laid. ■ Place where some objects may fall on the rack ■ Place near a device generating intense magnetic fields (such as a TV, radio, broadcast/communication antenna, power transmission wire, and electromagnetic crane) is placed.
Page 62: Novascale T810 E1 Rack Installation Kit Assembly
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Rack Installation Kit Assembly This section provides the assembly instructions for mounting the server into a standard 19-inch rack cabinet. Note: The server shown in the pictures may be slightly different from your server system.
Page 63 User Guide www.bull.com 6 (minimum) washers, to be used with the 6 self-tapping screws ("Figure 19: Self-tap- ping screws") Figure 20: Washers for the self-tapping screws 8 (minimum) flange head screws (M5x12) used to fix the support rail assemblies to...
Page 64: Before You Begin
User Guide www.bull.com 2 Handles (A) 4 Handles fixing screws (B) 1 Hex key for frame grub- screws (C) Figure 24: Handles (A), screws (B) and hex key (C) If some of the parts listed above are missing or if the hardware is damaged, notify your server representative.
Page 65: Static Precautions
User Guide www.bull.com ■ Do not disconnect or remove parts other than those specified in the procedure. ■ Do not touch I/O connector pins. ■ All screws are Phillips-head, unless otherwise specified. ■ On completion of any assembly or reassembly, perform a power-on test. If a fault occurs, verify that the assembly or reassembly was performed correctly.
Page 66: Assembling The Front And Rear Parts Of Support Rails
User Guide www.bull.com server power cord is plugged into an AC outlet that is part of the rack, then you must provide proper grounding for the rack itself. If server power cords are plugged into wall AC outlets, the safety grounding conductor in each power cord provides proper grounding only for the server.
Page 67: Installing The Support Rails
User Guide www.bull.com 2. Adjust the total length to fit the distance between the front and rear vertical rails of the rack before securing the screws. Figure 27: Right support rail front and rear parts, fixing screws and washers 3. Assemble the left support rail the same way.
Page 68: Attaching The Handles To The Rack Mounting Frame
User Guide www.bull.com Position the caged nut on the inside of the front vertical mounting rails. Hook the side lip of a caged nut into the square hole in the rail. Push the other side lip of the caged nut into the square hole in the rail until it is secured.
Page 69 User Guide www.bull.com 3. Install the rack mounting frame (A) on the server (B) as shown in the figure below. Figure 30: Installing the rack mounting frame on the server 4. Slide the rack mounting frame on the server until the front of the server protrude a little from the frame.
Page 70: Installing The Server In The Rack Cabinet
User Guide www.bull.com Installing the Server in the Rack Cabinet Warning The system can weigh up to 23.5 kg. If it contains numerous optional boards and peripheral devices, it will weigh more. To avoid personal injury, make sure you have at least one person help you lift or move the system.
Page 71: Novascale R410 E1 Rack Installation Kit Assembly
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Rack Installation Kit Assembly This section provides the assembly instructions for mounting the server into a standard 19-inch rack cabinet. Two rack-mount kits are available for your server: - Rack-mount kit with short rails (standard).
Page 72: Inserting A System Into A Rack
User Guide www.bull.com Inserting a System into a Rack Before you begin, select an appropriate location in your rack cabinet for the rack- mount server. To improve rack stability, mount heavier items towards the bottom of the rack cabinet. Note: When planning your system configuration for the rack cabinet you should consider the length of the cables that interconnect system components.
Page 73 User Guide www.bull.com Caution Temperature: The operating temperature of the server, when installed in an equipment rack, must not go below 5 °C or rise above 35 °C. Extreme fluctuations in temperature can cause a variety of problems in your server.
Page 74: Installing And Removing The Rack Handles
User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Removing the Rack Handles Installing the Rack Handles 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 126).
Page 75: Installing A Rack Mount Kit With The Basic Rails
User Guide www.bull.com Installing a Rack Mount Kit with the Basic Rails Kit Contents Each rack mount kit contains the following: - Outer rail slide assembly (2) - letter “A” on the picture below. - Inner rail slide (2) - letter “B” on the picture below.
Page 76 User Guide www.bull.com Assembly 1. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable. 2. Remove the inner rail from the rail assembly. Extend the inner rail until it locks (letter “A”). Depress the spring safety lock to release the inner rail (letter “B”).
Page 77 User Guide www.bull.com 4. Determine the position in which you wish to install the system into the rack. 5. Attach the outer rail slides to the vertical mounting rails using: - two #10-32 x 1/2 screws at the front mounting rails, - two M5 screws and one washerplate (it only fits one way) at the rear mounting rails.
Page 78 User Guide www.bull.com 6. Attach the inner rails to the server chassis sidewalls Insert the inner rails over the server chassis sidewall studs (letter “A”). Slide the inner rails toward the front of the server chassis (letter “B”). Secure the inner rails with one #6-32 x 1/4 screw for each rail (letter “C”)
Page 79 User Guide www.bull.com 7. Install the server chassis into the rack. Align the inner rails (attached to the server chassis) with the outer rail assemblies (attached to the rack). See letter “A”. Note: The inner slides must be positioned all the way forward in the rails to ensure proper installation of the server.
Page 80 User Guide www.bull.com Depress the two safety locks -one on each side- (letter “A”). Slide the server chassis all the way into the rack (letter “B”). Use the rack screws (#10-32 x 3/4) to secure the chassis and rack handles into the rack (letter “C”).
Page 81: Installing A Rack Mount Kit With Sliding Rails (Option)
User Guide www.bull.com Installing a Rack Mount Kit with Sliding Rails (option) Kit Contents Each rack mount kit contains the following: - Slide rail assemblies (2) Figure 44: Slide Rail Description A: Front multi-pin adapter and bracket B: Component release lever...
Page 82 User Guide www.bull.com - Spacer block (1) Figure 46: Spacer Block - Screws (not used) Figure 47: Screws - Extensions 2 x 2 (not used) Figure 48: Extensions...
Page 83 User Guide www.bull.com Assembly 1. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable. 2. Set the multi-pin adapter for the rack-type. Figure 49: Front Multi-Pin Adapter and Bracket (set with square pins) The multi-pin adapters allow the slide rails to be used in racks that have square or round mounting holes.
Page 84 User Guide www.bull.com Rotate the swivel lock to the “up” position (letter “A”). Press the mounting pins together, and then pull completely out the multi-pin adapter from the multi-pin bracket (letter “B”). Figure 50: Changing the Adapter Pins Set Install the multi-pin adapter with the round pins facing out. Press the pins together while inserting the adapter into the bracket.
Page 85 User Guide www.bull.com Figure 51: Attaching the Extension to the Rail A: Multi-pin adapter B: Bracket with square holes C: Bracket with round holes Press together the round pins of the multi-pin adapter and insert the bracket with the square holes on the round pins.
Page 86 User Guide www.bull.com 11. Repeat steps 5 through 10 for the right slide rail, ensuring that it is parallel and level with the left slide rail. 12. If you wish to install a cable arm, follow the instructions in “Installing a Cable Arm (with Sliding Rails Only)”...
Page 87: Installing A Cable Arm (With Sliding Rails Only)
User Guide www.bull.com Installing a Cable Arm (with Sliding Rails Only) Description The cable arm pivots at its rear mounting position, and slides along its front mounting position with the sliding rail track. Figure 53: Cable Arm Description A: Rear (pivoting) end...
Page 88 User Guide www.bull.com Installation Requirements The cable arm can be installed either on the left sliding rail, or on the right sliding rail (the mounting tabs on either end are identical). Regardless of the selected position, the cable arm must be oriented as shown below to properly function.
Page 89 User Guide www.bull.com Installation 1. Pull the slide rails out to the fully extended (locked) position. 2. Loosely position the cable arm in the mounting position, noting the placement requirements specified above. 3. Install the spacer block (letter “B”) in mounting position at the end of the cable arm chosen to be the rear (pivoting) end.
Page 90 User Guide www.bull.com 4. Attach the cable arm (along with the spacer block) to the rear of the sliding rail using the captive thumbscrews (letter “A” on Figure 55). 5. Open the locking clips on the anti-sag bar slider on both slide rails by lifting the silver tab.
Page 91 User Guide www.bull.com 10. Place and secure the cabling within the cable arm. Install the sytem in the slide rails, as described in steps 13 to 16 of “Installing a Rack Mount Kit with Sliding Rails (option)” on page and fully extend the slide rails until they lock.
Page 92: Novascale T830 E1 Rack Installation Kit Assembly
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Rack Installation Kit Assembly This section provides the assembly instructions for mounting the server into a standard 19-inch rack cabinet. Unpacking the Rack Installation Kit Although the rack installation kit is inspected and carefully packaged at the factory, damage may occur during shipping.
Page 93 User Guide www.bull.com 6 (minimum) washers, to be used with the 6 self-tapping screws ("Figure 59: Self-tap- ping screws") Figure 60: Washers for the self-tapping screws 8 flange head screws (M5x12) used to fix the support rail assemblies to the rack...
Page 94 User Guide www.bull.com 2 Washers for the M5x16 screws Figure 66: Washers 2 Caged nuts, to be used with the screws ("Figure 65: M5x16 screws" ) and washers ("Figure Washers") to fix the filler to the mounting rails Figure 67: Caged nuts If some of the parts listed above are missing or if the hardware is damaged, notify your server representative.
Page 95: Before You Begin
User Guide www.bull.com Additional Parts for Future Use 8 (minimum) screws (TCB Figure 68: Screws 8 (minimum) washers Figure 69: Washers Before You Begin Before you begin, please review the following cautions, warnings, and general guidelines. Warning Be sure that power to the system is turned off and unplugged.
Page 96: Assembly
User Guide www.bull.com Assembly The following subsection describes how to assemble your rack-mount server into a standard 19-inch rack cabinet. Before you begin select an appropriate location in your rack cabinet for the rack-mount server. To improve rack stability, mount heavier items towards the bottom of the rack cabinet.
Page 97: Assembling The Front And Rear Parts Of Support Rails
User Guide www.bull.com provides proper grounding only for the server. You must provide additional, proper grounding for the rack and other devices installed in it. Caution Temperature: The operating temperature of the server, when installed in an equipment rack, must not go below 5 °C or rise above 35 °C.
Page 98: Installing The Support Rails
User Guide www.bull.com 2. Adjust the total length to fit the distance between the front and rear vertical rails of the rack before securing the screws. Figure 70: Right support rail front and rear parts 3. Assemble the left support rail the same way.
Page 99: Installing The Filler On The Server
User Guide www.bull.com ■ Push the other side lip of the caged nut into the square hole in the rail until it is secured. Figure 72: Inserting a caged nut 4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 for the left support rail.
Page 100: Installing The Server In The Rack Cabinet
User Guide www.bull.com Installing the Server in the Rack Cabinet Warning The system can weigh up to 23.5 kg. If it contains numerous optional boards and peripheral devices, it will weigh more. To avoid personal injury, make sure you have at least one person help you lift or move the system.
Page 101: Setting Up Your System (Tower)
User Guide www.bull.com Setting Up Your System (Tower) This chapter describes how to select a site, unpack the system, make cable connections, and power on the system units. Setup Flow. Select a suitable site for the system. Unpack the system and accessories from the shipping carton box.
Page 102: Selecting System Site
User Guide www.bull.com Selecting System Site Warning Observe the following instructions to use the system safely. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury. “General Safety Information” on page 126 for details. ■ Do not use the system in any unapproved place.
Page 103: Making Connections
User Guide www.bull.com Making Connections Connect your keyboard, monitor, and mouse. Also connect any external peripheral devices such as a printer or scanner by following the instructions included with these devices. Caution Damage to the system may result if the keyboard/ mouse cable (other than USB) is inserted or removed when power is applied to the system.
Page 104: Novascale T810 E1 Power Supply
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Power Supply Connecting the Power Cord Plug the female end of the AC power cord shipped with your system into the input receptacle on the rear of the power supply shipped with your system.
Page 105: Novascale R410 E1 Power Supply
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Power Supply Connecting the Power Cord Plug the female end of the AC power cord shipped with your system into the input receptacle on the rear of the power supply shipped with your system.
Page 106: Novascale T830 E1 Power Supply
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Power Supply Depending on your configuration, your system features one of the power supplies described below: ■ A hot-swappable power supply fitted with one or two power supply modules (implying redundancy features). ■ A fixed power supply.
Page 107: Hot-Swappable Power Supply Features
User Guide www.bull.com Hot-Swappable Power Supply Features This hot-swappable power supply consists of two independent modules. It can function properly with only one module. However, if two modules are fitted, if one of the power modules should fail, the other one will supply power to the system until you can change the failed module.
Page 108 User Guide www.bull.com Hot-Swapping a Power Module Warning Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts inside it; servicing of the power supply should be done only by technically qualified personnel.
Page 109: Using The System
User Guide www.bull.com Using the System The following sections describe how to use this system properly and safely, including an explanation of the system power on/off sequences, what the POST program checks in the system, and how to perform a forced power shutdown.
Page 110: Powering On Your System
User Guide www.bull.com Powering On your System Caution Never turn off the system before the characters following the Boot-BIOS logo are displayed on the screen. Power on your system as follows. 1. Make sure all external devices, such as a video display, keyboard, and mouse (optional) have been connected, and that their power cords are connected.
Page 111 User Guide www.bull.com Caution Always allow the POST to complete before powering down your system. If you have problems powering on your system, see “Solving Problems” on page 258. If an operating system was factory-installed on your system, you can start using it.
Page 112: Powering Off Your System
User Guide www.bull.com Powering Off your System To turn the system power off: 1. Shutdown the operating system (OS). In most cases, this will shut down the system after a few seconds (the POWER lam turns off). This is called a software power-off.
Page 113: Forcing A Power Shutdown
User Guide www.bull.com Forcing a Power Shutdown A forced power shutdown can be used when performing a soft power-off or pressing the power on/off switch does not power off the system. To perform a forced power shutdown, press on the power on/off switch located on the front panel of the system for at least 4 seconds to force the system power off.
Page 114: Resetting The System
User Guide www.bull.com Resetting the System There are two ways to reset the system. Caution Resetting the system clears the DIMM memory and the data in process. To reset the system when it is not frozen, make sure that no processing is in progress.
Page 115: Configuring Your System
User Guide www.bull.com Configuring Your System Configuration and setup utilities are used to change your system configuration. ■ RAID Configuration Utilities Depending on your configuration (SATA, SCSI, SAS, combination of these) and on your disk drive controller, one or several RAID Configuration Software Utilities may be available on your system.
Page 116: Configuring Raid
User Guide www.bull.com Configuring RAID RAID Configuration Utility The RAID (Redundant Array of Inexpensive Devices) option available for your system is either a RAID controller board, a RAID chipset on the motherboard, or both (depending on your configuration) which gives your system the added security of fault tolerance.
Page 117: Raid Levels
User Guide www.bull.com RAID Levels RAID Configuration Number of required hard disk drives RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10 RAID 5 RAID 0 and RAID 1 ■ RAID0 (striping) When a logical drive is striped, the read and write blocks of data are interleaved between the sectors of multiple disk drives.
Page 118 User Guide www.bull.com when set up in a mirrored logical drive. Similar to RAID 0 striping, if disk drives of different capacities are used, there will also be unused capacity on the larger drive. Warning ■ RAID1 reads or writes data to/from the several hard disk drives at the same time.
Page 119 User Guide www.bull.com ■ RAID 5 RAID level 5 organizes data across the disk drives of the logical drive, and distributes parity information across the disk drives along with the data blocks. This organization allows increased performance by accessing multiple disk drives simultaneously for each operation, as well as fault tolerance by providing parity data.
Page 120: Raid Configuration Using Intel Matrix Storage Manager
User Guide www.bull.com RAID Configuration using Intel Matrix Storage Manager Description The Intel Matrix Storage Manager software provides the following features: ■ Serial ATA RAID driver providing high performance RAID 0, fault-tolerant RAID 1, high capacity & fault-tolerant RAID 5, high performance & fault-tolerant RAID 10, and matrix RAID for the benefits of two RAID volumes on a single array.
Page 121: Deleting A Raid Volume
User Guide www.bull.com 2. Type in a volume name and press Enter, or simply press Enter to accept the default name. 3. Select the RAID level by scrolling through the available values (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10) by using the arrows keys.
Page 122: Resetting Disks To Non-Raid
User Guide www.bull.com Resetting Disks to Non-RAID Note: Possible reasons to ‘Reset Disks to Non-RAID’ could include issues such as incompatible RAID configurations, a failed volume or a failed member of a RAID 0 volume. Warning All data on the RAID drives and any internal RAID structures will be lost unless the drives are members of a RAID 1 volume.
Page 123: Raid Configuration Using The Intel® Embedded Server Raid Bios Configuration Utility
User Guide www.bull.com RAID Configuration using the Intel® Embedded Server RAID BIOS Configuration Utility Description The Intel® Embedded Server RAID BIOS Configuration utility allows a user to: ■ Create, add, modify, and clear logical drive configurations. ■ Initialize or rebuild the configured drives.
Page 124: Raid Configuration Using The Megaraid Configuration Utility
User Guide www.bull.com RAID Configuration using the MegaRAID Configuration Utility Use this utility to set up the RAID configuration of your hard disk drives. Notes: For more information, refer to the specific documentation included on the ExpressBuilder DVD-ROM.
Page 125: Raid Configuration Using The Universal Raid Utility
User Guide www.bull.com RAID Configuration using the Universal RAID Utility Use this utility to set up the RAID configuration of your hard disk drives. Notes: For more information, refer to the specific documentation included on the ExpressBuilder DVD-ROM.
Page 126: Upgrading Your System
User Guide www.bull.com Upgrading Your System General Safety Information Warning The DC push-button on/off switch on the front panel does not turn off completely the system AC power. +5vdc is present on the system board whenever the AC power cord connects the system to an AC outlet.
Page 127: Static Precautions
User Guide www.bull.com Static Precautions An electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, option boards, and other components. You can ensure some ESD protection by wearing an anti-static wrist strap attached to chassis ground when handling system components. Electronic devices can be easily damaged by static electricity.
Page 128: Cabling Sata Devices
User Guide www.bull.com Cabling SATA Devices The S-ATA Cable Your system comes equipped with several S-ATA cables. Both connectors go either to a drive or to the motherboard. Figure 77: S-ATA Cable Note: The color of the S-ATA cable and connectors may differ from the color of the cable shown in the picture.
Page 129: Cabling A S-Ata Drive
User Guide www.bull.com Cabling a S-ATA Drive All storage devices require power and DATA cable connections. Devices shipped with the system are already connected. The following procedure explains how to attach the cables to a drive. 1. Connect the S-ATA cable connector to the matching pins on the storage device.
Page 130: Cabling Sas Devices
User Guide www.bull.com Cabling SAS Devices The SAS Cable Your system comes equipped with one of the following SAS cables, depending on the hard disk drives controller you have selected. Note: The color of the SAS cable may differ from the color of the cable shown in the picture.
Page 131 User Guide www.bull.com Figure 82: SAS Cable (1 to 4) A: Backplane connector B: Motherboard connectors Figure 83: SAS Data and Power Cable (1 to 4) A: Additional SAS controller (such as the LSI 8708EM2) connector B: Hard disk drive connector...
Page 132: Interrupt Requests
User Guide www.bull.com Interrupt Requests The factory-set interrupt requests (IRQs) are listed below. Find an appropriate one to install an optional device. Table 7: Interrupt Requests Standard Function Interrupt INTR Processor interrupt NMI to processor IRQ0 System timer IRQ1 Keyboard interrupt...
Page 133: Novascale T810 E1 Upgrade
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Upgrade Removing or Installing the Right Side Door The right side door provides access to the disk drive bays, to the motherboard and to the 5.25 and 3.5-inch bays. Removing the Right Side Door 1.
Page 134: Replacing The Right Side Door
User Guide www.bull.com Replacing the Right Side Door Avoid damaging your system - before replacing the right side door, make sure no cables or other devices protrude from the chassis. Note: If you have previously removed the front panel, be sure to fasten it securely to the chassis before restoring the cover.
Page 135: Removing And Replacing The Front Panel
User Guide www.bull.com Removing and Replacing the Front Panel Removing the Front Panel 1. Remove the right side door. See “Removing the Right Side Door” on page 133 2. Locate the front panel release latches (A) and gently pull them to release the left side of the front panel.
Page 136: Installing Or Removing A 5.25-Inch Device
User Guide www.bull.com Installing or Removing a 5.25-inch Device This section of the chapter describes how to add and remove 5.25-inch devices. You can install a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, COMBO DVD-ROM CD-RW or DVD+R9 Drive, tape backup unit, or other 5-25 inch devices in the additional 5.25-inch bay. See the installation instructions included with those items for specific installation information.
Page 137: Removing A 5.25-Inch Device
User Guide www.bull.com Removing a 5.25-inch device 1. Remove the right side door. See “Removing the Right Side Door” on page 133. 2. Remove the front panel. See “Removing the Front Panel” on page 135. 3. Unconnect the cable(s) from the 5.25-inch device.
Page 138: Installing Or Removing A 3.5-Inch Floppy Disk Drive
User Guide www.bull.com Installing or Removing a 3.5-inch Floppy Disk Drive Removing a 3.5-inch Floppy Disk Drive 1. Remove the right side door. See “Removing the Right Side Door” on page 133. 2. Remove the front panel. See “Removing the Front Panel” on page 135.
Page 139: Installing Or Removing Hard Disk Drives
User Guide www.bull.com Installing or Removing Hard Disk Drives Removing a Hard Disk Drive 1. Remove the right side door. See “Removing the Right Side Door” on page 133. 2. Loosen the screw (A) securing the HDD bracket and the 3.5/5.25-inch bracket together.
Page 140: Installing A Hard Disk Drive
User Guide www.bull.com 5. Both holding the HDD bracket and pressing down the latch, gently slide the HDD bracket out of the chassis. Figure 90: Sliding the HDD Bracket out 6. The hard disk drive is secured to the bracket with 3 screws located on both sides of the hard disk drive.
Page 141 User Guide www.bull.com 5. Locate the HDD bracket latch (B). Figure 91: HDD Bracket Screw and Latch Caution Be careful when working around the cables connected to the already installed drives. If necessary disconnect these cables, but be sure to note which device each cable or power lead was attached to.
Page 142: Installing And Removing An Expansion Card
User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Removing an Expansion Card Your computer's motherboard features several expansion slots that can accommodate accessory expansion cards, such as a SCSI board or a RAID board. Specific Recommendations RAID Controller Take the following into consideration when installing either a S-ATA Disk array controller or a SCSI Disk array controller.
Page 143 User Guide www.bull.com ■ Plug the graphics cards onto a specific power connector on the motherboard. “Motherboard” on page 34. Caution Failure to specifically power 75W or greater add-in cards may damage both the motherboard and the add-in cards.
Page 144: Installing An Expansion Card
User Guide www.bull.com Installing an Expansion Card 1. Remove the computer right side door. See “Removing the Right Side Door” on page 133. 2. Locate the add-on card holder near the slot you mean to fit with an expansion card.
Page 145: Removing An Expansion Card From Your System
User Guide www.bull.com Removing an Expansion Card from Your System 1. Remove the computer right side door. See “Removing the Right Side Door” on page 133. 2. Locate the add-on card holder near the slot from which you mean to remove an expansion card.
Page 146: Upgrading Microprocessor
User Guide www.bull.com Upgrading Microprocessor Your system is fitted with a processor installed in a socket LGA 775. Removing a Processor 1. Open the server chassis. 2. If your chassis is a tower chassis, lay the unit on its left side, the instructions will be easier to follow.
Page 147: Installing A Cpu
User Guide www.bull.com 6. Grasp the processor (use your index to hold the load plate side, and your thumb to hold the lever side). 7. Lift the processor straight and away. 8. Set the processor immediately in its protective cover.
Page 148 User Guide www.bull.com Caution Do not tilt the processor or shift it into place, doing so may dam- age the sensitive contacts. 5. Check that the orientation notches and the connection 1 indicator are properly fitted to the socket body.
Page 149: Upgrading Random Access Memory (Ram)
User Guide www.bull.com Upgrading Random Access Memory (RAM) Recommended Memory Configuration Refer to “Memory Configuration” on page 38 for more information. Checking System Memory If you do not know how much memory is installed in your system, check the amount by using the relevant following procedure.
Page 150 User Guide www.bull.com 2. Remove the front panel. See “Removing the Front Panel” on page 135. 3. Locate the memory upgrade sockets on the motherboard. DIMM 1A DIMM 2B Socket Socket DIMM 2A DIMM 1B Socket Socket AF002309 Figure 99: Upgrading the Memory 4.
Page 151: Replacing The Battery
User Guide www.bull.com Replacing the Battery All motherboards use a battery to maintain system configuration information. If it fails to maintain system configuration, replace it with an identically rated battery from the same manufacturer. Replace the battery as described below:...
Page 152: Novascale R410 E1 Upgrade
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Upgrade Removing and Replacing the Front Bezel Please note that the front bezel is optional. Removing the Front Bezel 1. Follow the precautions listed in “Preparing Your System for Upgrade” on page 127. 2. Unlock the bezel.
Page 153: Installing The Front Bezel
User Guide www.bull.com Installing the Front Bezel 1. At each end of the bezel, line up the center notch on the bezel with the center guide on the rack handles. 2. Push the bezel onto the front of the server until it clicks into place.
Page 154: Removing Or Installing The Server Cover
User Guide www.bull.com Removing or Installing the Server Cover The server must be operated with the server cover in place to ensure proper cooling. Remove the cover to add or replace components inside of the server. None of the internal components are hot-swappable.
Page 155: Installing The Server Cover
User Guide www.bull.com Installing the Server Cover 1. Place the cover over the server so that the side edges of the cover sit just inside the server sidewalls. Slide the cover forward. See letter “A” in Figure 103. 2. Tighten the screw at the rear of the server. See letter “B” in Figure 103.
Page 156: Removing Or Installing The Processor Duct
User Guide www.bull.com Removing or Installing the Processor Duct Always operate your server with the processor air duct in place. The air duct is required for proper airflow within the server. Removing the Processor Air Duct 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General...
Page 157: Installing The Processor Air Duct
User Guide www.bull.com Installing the Processor Air Duct 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 126). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices (printers, for instance) from the system.
Page 158: Installing Or Removing A 5.25-Inch Device
User Guide www.bull.com Installing or Removing a 5.25-inch Device This section of the chapter describes how to add and remove 5.25-inch devices. You can install an optical disc drive, tape backup unit, or other 5.25-inch devices in the additional 5.25-inch bay.
Page 159 User Guide www.bull.com 6. First time installation only: Remove the knock-out by rocking it back and forth. See letter “A” in the figure below. The knock-out cannot be reinstalled. Figure 107: Removing the Knock-out from the Sheet Metal Panel 7. Attach the optical drive to the brackets using four screws.
Page 160 User Guide www.bull.com 8. Slide the optical drive assembly in through the front of the chassis. 9. Reinstall the screw that you removed in step 6. 10. Connect the power and data cables on the optical drive. 11. Insert the PCI cooling fan onto the mounting pegs that are located behind the optical drive bay.
Page 161: Removing A Slimline Optical Drive
User Guide www.bull.com Removing a Slimline Optical Drive 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 126). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices (printers, for instance) from the system.
Page 162 User Guide www.bull.com 8. Slide the optical drive out through the front of the system. See letter “D” in the figure below. Figure 111: Removing the Optical Drive 9. Remove the four screws that hold the optical drive to the brackets as shown in the figure below.
Page 163 User Guide www.bull.com 10. Insert the PCI cooling fan onto the mounting pegs that are located behind the optical drive bay. The fan label should face the rear of the system. Figure 113: Installing the PCI Cooling Fan 11. Optional: replace the front bezel. Refer to “Installing the Front Bezel”...
Page 164: Installing Or Removing Hard Disk Drives
User Guide www.bull.com Installing or Removing Hard Disk Drives Caution The hard drives are NOT hot swappable. Before removing or replacing a hard drive, you must first take the server out of ser- vice, turn off all peripheral devices connected to the system, turn off the system by pressing the power button, and unplug the AC power cord from the system or wall outlet.
Page 165: Installing A Hard Disk Drive
User Guide www.bull.com Installing a Hard Disk Drive 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 126). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices (printers, for instance) from the system.
Page 166 User Guide www.bull.com 6. Lift the drive carrier from the chassis. See letter “B” in the figure. Figure 115: Removing the Drive Carrier 7. Position the drive with the drive connectors facing up, as shown by the figure below. 8. Set the drive carrier over the drive, as shown by the letter “A” in the figure. The data and power connectors must be positioned so they are accessible through the cut-out, shown by letter “B”.
Page 167 User Guide www.bull.com 10. Set the drive assembly into place in the chassis. See letter “A” in the figure below. 11. Attach the drive assembly to the chassis with the screw that you removed in Step 6. See letter “B” in the figure below.
Page 168 User Guide www.bull.com ■ If a drive is installed in the HDD0 carrier, attach the middle connector on the daisy chain power cable to the HDD0 power connector. See letter “D” Figure 118. Figure 118: Connecting the Hard Drive Power and Data Cables 14.
Page 169: Removing A Hard Disk Drive
User Guide www.bull.com Removing a Hard Disk Drive 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 126). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices (printers, for instance) from the system.
Page 170 User Guide www.bull.com We strongly recommended you use special software or service for data erasure in order to avoid any troubles. For details on data erasure, ask your sales representative. Note: If you are installing a new drive, skip the rest of these “Installing a Hard Disk Drive”...
Page 171: Installing Or Removing The Motherboard
Installing or Removing the Motherboard Warning This procedure must only be performed by a service represen- tative certified by Bull. Removing the Motherboard 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General...
Page 172 User Guide www.bull.com 9. Remove the nine screws from the server board (see letter “A”) and lift the server board from the server (see letter “B”). Figure 121: Removing the Server Board...
Page 173 User Guide www.bull.com 10. Place the server board into the server as shown by letter “A” in Figure 122. 11. Attach the server board with nine screws. See letter “B” in the figure below. Figure 122: Installing the Server Board 12.
Page 174: Replacing The Power Supply
Replacing the Power Supply Warning This procedure must only be performed by a service represen- tative certified by Bull. Caution The power supply is NOT hot swappable. The power supply can be replaced if it fails or if one of the fans that is integrated into it fails.
Page 175 User Guide www.bull.com - HDD1 power connector, if a hard drive is installed here. AF002473 Figure 123: Disconnecting Power Cables...
Page 176 User Guide www.bull.com 5. Remove the screw at the back of the server, next to the AC power input. Save this screw. You will re-insert it later. See letter “A” in Figure 124. 6. Lift up slightly on the front of the power supply until it clears the foot at the bottom of the chassis.
Page 177 User Guide www.bull.com 8. Insert the replacement power supply at an angle into the server, sliding the power connector side in first to fit it through the cut-out area at the rear of the system. See letter “A” in Figure 125.
Page 178 User Guide www.bull.com - Optical drive power, if an optical drive is installed. Use the end connector on the power supply. AF002476 Figure 126: Connecting Power Cables 12. Replace the server cover. Refer to “Installing the Server Cover” on page 155.
Page 179: Replacing The Front Panel Board
Replacing the Front Panel Board Warning This procedure must only be performed by a service represen- tative certified by Bull. Caution The control panel is NOT hot swappable. Your server must be operated with a control panel installed. 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General...
Page 180 User Guide www.bull.com 8. Insert the replacement front panel board into the server over the two standoffs. Press down gently until the board clicks into place. 9. Use the two screws you removed in step 7 to attach the front panel board to the system.
Page 181: Replacing A Cooling Fan
Replacing a Cooling Fan Warning This procedure must only be performed by a service represen- tative certified by Bull. Caution The fans are NOT hot swappable. The blower fans can be individually replaced if one of them fails. If a fan in the power supply fails, the power supply must be replaced.
Page 182 User Guide www.bull.com 5. Disconnect the two fan cables from the server board (see letter “B” in the figure below) and untie the cable tie (see letter “C” in the figure below). Figure 129: Disconnecting System Blower Fans 6. Remove the three screws that hold the fan bracket in place. Save these screws.
Page 183 User Guide www.bull.com 8. Lift the fan bracket from the server. Lift the bracket at an angle, front of the bracket first, to clear the hard disk drive brackets. See letter “C” in Figure 130. Figure 130: Removing Bracket and System Blower Fans 9.
Page 184 User Guide www.bull.com 10. Lift the fan from the bracket. See letter “B” in the figure below. Figure 131: Removing Fan from Fan Bracket 11. Install the replacement fan onto the bracket, using the two screws you removed in step 9.
Page 185: Replacing The Pci Cooling Fan
User Guide www.bull.com Replacing the PCI Cooling Fan 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 126). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices from the system.
Page 186: Cable Routing
User Guide www.bull.com Cable Routing When you add or remove components from your server, make sure your cables are routed correctly before reinstalling the server cover. Use caution to make sure no cables or wires are pinched and that the airflow from the fans is not blocked. Use the figures below to determine the correct cable routing.
Page 187: Data Cable Routing
User Guide www.bull.com Data Cable Routing Figure 135: Data Cable Routing Front panel USB SATA 2 to HDD1 Front panel SATA 0 to Optical drive SATA 1 to HDD0...
Page 188: Upgrading Microprocessor
User Guide www.bull.com Upgrading Microprocessor Your system is fitted with a processor installed in a socket LGA 775. Removing a Processor 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General...
Page 189: Installing A Processor
User Guide www.bull.com - The rentention tabs on the cover and the processor contacts should point each other. Installing a Processor 1. Remove the processor from its shipping materials, and, if applicable, remove its protective cover. Figure 137: Removing from the shipping materials Caution ■...
Page 190 User Guide www.bull.com 5. Check that the orientation notches and the connection 1 indicator are properly fitted to the socket body. 6. Close the soket: - Close the load plate. - Press gently on the load plate and engage the load lever.
Page 191 User Guide www.bull.com 10. Secure the heatsink: - Hold the heatsink to prevent it from tilting, and tighten the screws. Figure 139: Securing the Heatsink 11. Connect the fan cable(s) to the header(s) on the motherboard. 12. Secure the excess cable with a tie-wrap to ensure that the cable does not interfere with fan operation or make contact with other components.
Page 192: Upgrading Random Access Memory (Ram)
User Guide www.bull.com Upgrading Random Access Memory (RAM) Recommended Memory Configuration Refer to “Memory Configuration” on page 38 for more information. Removing and Replacing a DDR2 module Figure 140: DDR2 Memory Module Sample If your memory configuration requires the removal of a module, perform the following steps: 1.
Page 193 User Guide www.bull.com 4. Locate the memory upgrade sockets on the motherboard. DIMM 1A DIMM 2B Socket Socket DIMM 2A DIMM 1B Socket Socket AF002309 Figure 141: Upgrading the Memory 5. Press the plastic clips at the outer edge of the socket away from the memory module.
Page 194: Installing And Removing The Pci Riser Assembly
User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Removing the PCI Riser Assembly Caution The PCI riser assembly is NOT hot swappable. Removing the PCI Riser Assembly To remove the PCI riser assembly, use the following instructions. 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General...
Page 195: Installing The Pci Riser Assembly
User Guide www.bull.com 6. If you need to add or replace a PCI riser connector, see “Installing and Removing a PCI Riser Card” on page 196. 7. If you need to add or replace a PCI add-in card, see “Installing and Removing a PCI Add-in Card”...
Page 196: Installing And Removing A Pci Riser Card
User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Removing a PCI Riser Card Caution The PCI riser card is NOT hot swappable. You can install a full-height PCI Express riser with one PCI Express x8 slot. Note: To avoid installing the replacement connector on the wrong side of the PCI riser assembly, replace one connector at a time.
Page 197: Installing A Pci Riser Card
User Guide www.bull.com 8. Install the replacement riser connector, if desired. For instructions, see “Installing a PCI Riser Card” on page 197. 9. Install the PCI riser assembly into the server. For instructions, see “Installing the PCI Riser Assembly” on page 195.
Page 198: Installing And Removing A Pci Add-In Card
User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Removing a PCI Add-in Card Caution The add-in cards are NOT hot swappable Installing a PCI Add-in Card 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General...
Page 199: Removing A Pci Add-In Card
User Guide www.bull.com 9. Install the PCI riser assembly into the server. Refer to“Installing the PCI Riser Assembly” on page 195. 10. Install the server cover. Refer to “Installing the Server Cover” on page 155. 11. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable into the server.
Page 200 User Guide www.bull.com 9. Install the PCI riser assembly into the server. Refer to“Installing the PCI Riser Assembly” on page 195. 10. Re-install the processor air duct. Refer to “Installing the Processor Air Duct” on page 157. 11. Install the server cover. Refer to “Installing the Server Cover”...
Page 201: Novascale T830 E1 Chassis Upgrade
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Chassis Upgrade Removing or Installing the Left side cover The left side cover provides access to the disk drive bays, to the motherboard and to the 5.25 and 3.5-inch bays. Removing the Left Side Cover 1.
Page 202: Replacing The Left Side Cover
User Guide www.bull.com Replacing the Left Side Cover Avoid damaging your system - before replacing the left side cover, make sure no cables or other devices protrude from the chassis. 1. Take a few moments to examine the interior side of the cover, and notice the rails and hooks inside the cover.
Page 203: Removing And Replacing The Front Panel
User Guide www.bull.com Removing and Replacing the Front Panel Removing the Front Panel 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Removing the Left Side Cover” on page 201 Disengage the two panel tabs from the left side of the chassis (A).
Page 204: Replacing The Front Panel
User Guide www.bull.com Replacing the Front Panel 1. Line up the three clips on the right-side of the front bezel assembly with the corresponding slots on the right-side of the chassis (A). Engage the clips with the slots (B). 2. Rotate the left side of the the front bezel assembly towards the chassis (C).
Page 205: Installing Or Removing A 5.25-Inch Device
User Guide www.bull.com Installing or Removing a 5.25-inch Device This section of the chapter describes how to add and remove 5.25-inch devices. You can install an optical disc drive, tape backup unit, or other 5.25-inch devices in the additional 5.25-inch bay.
Page 206 User Guide www.bull.com 5. Insert the drive into the 5.25-inch device drive bay (C). 6. Line up the holes in the optical disc drive with the holes in the chassis (D). 7. Move the latch to the “lock” position (E).
Page 207: Removing A 5.25-Inch Drive
User Guide www.bull.com Removing a 5.25-inch Drive 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Removing the Left Side Cover” on page 201. 2. Remove the front panel. See “Removing the Front Panel” on page 203. 3. Disconnect the cable(s) from the rear of the optical disc drive.
Page 208: Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drives
User Guide www.bull.com Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drives Note: Additional power and/or data cables may be included with your system. In this case, store them in a safe place, you will need them if you decide to add additional drives. Removing and Replacing a Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive 1.
Page 209 User Guide www.bull.com 4. Remove the four screws that attach the hard drive to the drive carrier. Lift the drive from the carrier. Store the old drive in an anti-static bag. TP01714 Figure 158: Removing the Hard Drive from the Drive Carrier 5.
Page 210 User Guide www.bull.com Notes: For proper airflow, the drive carrier must be replaced in the chassis, even if no hard drive is installed in it. AF000313 Figure 161: Re-installing the Drive Carrier in the Hot Swap Drive Cage 7. Close the drive bay access door.
Page 211: Cabling The Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive Cages
User Guide www.bull.com Cabling the Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive Cages Refer to the instructions below should you have to disconnect and reconnect the backplane and server board/RAID controller card cables. For a six-drive SAS/SATA hot swap drive cage: Caution It is critical that you connect the SAS/SATA data cables cor- rectly from the SAS/SATA backplane to your server board or RAID controller card.
Page 212 User Guide www.bull.com 3. Make server board/RAID controller card connections. Drive Position in a Pedestal- Position in a Rack-configured Number configured system (SATA/SAS) system (SATA/SAS) Drive 0 Bottom Left Drive 1 Second from bottom Second from left Drive 2 Third from bottom...
Page 213 User Guide www.bull.com Connecting a SAS/SATA hot swap backplane without expander Caution SATA controllers cannot be used with an expander backplane. 1. Connect the two power cables (A) to the power cable connectors on the SAS/ SATA backplane. 2. Connect a SAS/SATA data cable (B) to each appropriate SAS/SATA connector on the SAS/SATA backplane.
Page 214: Upgrading Microprocessor
User Guide www.bull.com Upgrading Microprocessor Your system is fitted with a processor installed in a socket LGA 775. Removing a Processor 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Removing the Left Side Cover” on page 201. 2. Remove the front panel.
Page 215: Installing A Cpu
User Guide www.bull.com 7. Grasp the processor (use your index to hold the load plate side, and your thumb to hold the lever side). 8. Lift the processor straight and away. 9. Set the processor immediately in its protective cover.
Page 216 User Guide www.bull.com Caution Do not tilt the processor or shift it into place, doing so may dam- age the sensitive contacts. 5. Check that the orientation notches and the connection 1 indicator are properly fitted to the socket body.
Page 217: Upgrading Random Access Memory (Ram)
User Guide www.bull.com Upgrading Random Access Memory (RAM) Recommended Memory Configuration Refer to “Memory Configuration” on page 38 for more information. Checking System Memory If you do not know how much memory is installed in your system, check the amount by using the relevant following procedure.
Page 218 User Guide www.bull.com 2. Remove the front panel. See “Removing the Front Panel” on page 203. 3. Locate the memory upgrade sockets on the motherboard. DIMM 1A DIMM 2B Socket Socket DIMM 2A DIMM 1B Socket Socket AF002309 Figure 170: Upgrading the Memory 4.
Page 219: Replacing The Battery
User Guide www.bull.com Replacing the Battery All motherboards use a battery to maintain system configuration information. If it fails to maintain system configuration, replace it with an identically rated battery from the same manufacturer. Replace the battery as described below:...
Page 220: Installing And Removing An Expansion Card
User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Removing an Expansion Card Your computer's motherboard features several expansion slots that can accommodate accessory expansion cards, such as a RAID board. Specific Recommendations RAID Controller Take the following into consideration when installing either a S-ATA Disk array controller or a SCSI Disk array controller.
Page 221: Installing An Expansion Card
User Guide www.bull.com Use available power cables from the system power supply and plug the connector onto the graphics cards. Caution Failure to specifically power 75W or greater add-in cards may damage both the motherboard and the add-in cards. Installing an Expansion Card Note:You may want to install an operating system before installing any PCI add-in boards.
Page 222 User Guide www.bull.com 4. Remove the PCI slot shield, if it has not already been removed, by pushing the shield out from the inside of the chassis. Figure 172: Removing the PCI Slot Shield 5. Remove a PCI add-in board from its protective wrapper.
Page 223: Removing An Expansion Card
User Guide www.bull.com 10. Repeat the previous steps until all PCI add-in boards are installed. 11. Attach cables, if necessary. 12. Replace the front panel. See “Replacing the Front Panel” on page 204. 13. Replace the left side cover. See “Replacing the Left Side Cover” on page 202.
Page 224 User Guide www.bull.com 6. Close the back panel PCI Add-in Card Retention Device (B). TP01724 Figure 175: Removing the PCI Add-in Board 7. If available, replace the PCI slot shield by pressing the slot shield into the opening on the chassis.
Page 225: Installing And Using Utilities
User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Using Utilities Please setup the server using the ExpressBuilder disc both when setting it up for the first time, and when you make changes to its configuration. With the ExpressBuilder DVD you can: ■ Install the Operating System, using the Express Setup.
Page 226: Expressbuilder
User Guide www.bull.com ExpressBuilder ExpressBuilder is an automated software integration tool that helps simplify the process of installing and configuring your system. It provides a flexible, guided installation process for system administrators to install Microsoft® Windows Server 2003. To install other operating systems, please contact your service representative for more information on the operating systems certified on the system.
Page 227: Expressbuilder For Windows-Based (Master Control Menu)
User Guide www.bull.com ■ Windows-based This program is called "Master Control Menu" and runs under the Microsoft Windows system (Windows 95 or later and Windows NT 4.0 or later). You can install the several applications and read the documentation from this menu.
Page 228 User Guide www.bull.com Insert the ExpressBuilder disc into the optical disc drive, the Master Control Menu appears on the screen automatically. If the Autorun function is invalid in your system, run the \MC\1ST.EXE file in the disc directly. Some items are grayed-out when the logon user does not have administrator authority, or if the item is not proper for the system.
Page 229: Intel Matrix Storage Manager (Windows Interface)
User Guide www.bull.com Intel Matrix Storage Manager (Windows Interface) The Intel Matrix Storage Console allows the management of the RAID drives and volumes in a user-friendly interface. For more information on using the Intel Matrix Storage Console, refer to the Intel...
Page 230: Installing The Operating System With Express Setup
User Guide www.bull.com Installing the Operating System with Express Setup This section describes information on using Express Setup to install and configure the following operating systems to the system. ■ Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003 To use the system with the other operating systems described in this section, contact your service representative.
Page 231: Installing Microsoft Windows Server 2003
■ The document for installing Windows Server 2003 is also attached to the other software package which is sold sepa- rately from Bull, but refer to this document when you install Windows Server 2003 on this model. ■ After completing Express Setup, see "Setup for Solving Problems"...
Page 232: Installing Windows Server 2003
User Guide www.bull.com Creating Partition Size The minimum size for the partition where the system is to be installed can be calculated from the following formula. Size necessary to install the system + Paging File Size + Dump File Size Size necessary to install the system= 2900 MB Paging File Size (Recommended)= Mounted Memory Size ×...
Page 233 User Guide www.bull.com ■ Quit: click here to exit Express Setup 4. Click on Express Setup. The Express Setup configuration screen displays. 5. Fill in the boxes. 6. Click on Start Installation. 7. The Configurations Settings OK dialog box displays. Click on OK if the settings are correct, or click on Cancel to make any changes.
Page 234: Installing Drivers Or Software
User Guide www.bull.com Installing Drivers or Software Proceed as follows to install drivers or software: 1. When in Microsoft Operation System, insert the ExpressBuilder disc. 2. Click on Setup. 3. Select the appropriate option (driver or software). 4. Follow the on screen instructions Note: Prepare a blank floppy disk.
Page 235: Installing Microsoft Windows Server 2003
User Guide www.bull.com Installing Microsoft Windows Server 2003 This section describes the procedures for installing Windows Server 2003 without using Express Setup tool. Before Installing Windows Server 2003 Please read carefully the following information BEFORE beginning your Windows Server 2003 Installation.
Page 236: Partition Size
User Guide www.bull.com Partition Size The minimum required partition size for installation of Windows Server 2003 is: ■ 2900 MB + Paging file size + Dump file size ■ Paging file size (recommended) = installed memory * 1.5 ■ Dump file size = Installed memory size + 12 MB Caution ■...
Page 237: Installing Microsoft Windows Server 2003
User Guide www.bull.com Installing Microsoft Windows Server 2003 You will need the following for Windows Server 2003 installation: ■ ExpressBuilder disc ■ Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition (disc) ■ User's Guide ■ Getting Started ■ Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for ExpressBuilder Before installing, create Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for ExpressBuilder.
Page 238 User Guide www.bull.com Creating Windows 2003 OEM-DISK from [Master Control Menu] Use this procedure if Windows Server 2003 or Windows 2000 can be operated on this Server. [Master Control Menu] runs on the following operating systems. - Windows Server 2003...
Page 239: Windows Server 2003 Clean Installation
User Guide www.bull.com Windows Server 2003 Clean Installation This section explains how to perform a clean installation of Windows Server 2003. 1. Turn the system on. 2. Insert the Windows Server 2003 disc in the optical device drive. 3. Press Ctrl + Alt + Delete to reset the system.
Page 240: Upgrade Installation
User Guide www.bull.com SCSI Model: Select the [Adaptec Ultra320 SCSI Cards (WinXP/Server 2003 IA-32)] and press Enter. 7. Select the proper SCSI Adapter and press Enter. 8. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. 9. After installation is completed, be sure to follow the procedures described in "Driver Installation and Advanced Settings"...
Page 241 User Guide www.bull.com The following message is displayed. Please insert the disk labeled manufacturer-supplied hardware support disk into Drive A: *Press ENTER when ready. 8. Insert the Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for ExpressBuilder in the floppy disk drive, and press Enter.
Page 242: Reinstallation To Multiple Logical Drives
User Guide www.bull.com Reinstallation to Multiple Logical drives This section describes the procedure for reinstalling the operation system if the multiple logical drives exist. Before Re-installing the Operation System Be sure to make backup copies before re-installing the operation system just in case.
Page 243: Updating The System
User Guide www.bull.com Updating the System To ensure normal system operation you should update your system using the following procedures. 1. Logon to the system using the administrator account or other account which is a member of the Administrators group.
Page 244: Driver Installation And Device Settings
User Guide www.bull.com Driver Installation and Device Settings This section describes how to install and setup various standard drivers mounted on the device. For information on installing and setting up a driver that is not described in this section, please refer to the document delivered with the driver.
Page 245: Re-Install The Network Driver
User Guide www.bull.com ■ Procedure with the standard start menu: click Start menu, [Control Panel], [Network Connections], and [Local Area Connection]. ■ Procedure with the classic start menu: a. Click Start menu, Click [Settings] and Click [Network Connections]. The [Network Connections] dialog box is displayed.
Page 246: Installing Scsi Controller Driver
User Guide www.bull.com 1. Insert the ExpressBuilder disc into the optical disc drive. 2. Click Start menu, point to [Programs], [Accessories] and click [Windows Explorer] 3. Run "SETUP.EXE" in the following directory. <Optical disc drive Letter>:\WINNT\VIDEO\RADEON7000\W2K3\SETUP.EXE *Install the graphics accelerator driver in the following directory if you communicate your server with the remote KVM console.
Page 247: Available Switch Options For Windows Server 2003 Boot.ini File
User Guide www.bull.com 2. When the [Install Hardware Device Drivers] dialog box appears, select [Search for a suitable driver for my device (Recommended)], and click [Next]. 3. When the [Locate Driver Files] dialog box appears, select [Floppy disk drives], insert "Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for ExpressBuilder" into the floppy disk drive, and click [Next].
Page 248: Setting For Collecting Memory Dump (Debug Information)
User Guide www.bull.com C:\CMDCONS\BOOTSECT.DAT="Microsoft Windows Recovery Console" / cmdcons This is the end of editing Boot.ini file. Note: If you choose one of the items in the "Default operating system" drop-down list box in [Setup and Recovery] group box, you can make your system start automatically from the switch you specified.
Page 249: Novascale R410 E1 Security With Mechanical Locks And Monitoring
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Security with Mechanical Locks and Monitoring Front Bezel Lock Lock the front bezel (optional) to prevent unauthorized access to the inside of the chassis. Figure 177: Front Door Lock (A) Note: the keys can be found on the front panel.
Page 250: Novascale T830 E1 Security With Mechanical Locks And Monitoring
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Security with Mechanical Locks and Monitoring AF000308 Figure 178: WA2500/SA2500 Security Features A: Padlock loop B: Two-position mechanical lock Note: the keys can be found on the front panel. Front Door Lock Lock the front door to prevent unauthorized access to the hard drives and the inside of the chassis.
Page 251: Maintenance
User Guide www.bull.com Maintenance This chapter describes the daily maintenance of the system and precautions when relocating or storing the system. Making Backup Copies We recommend you make backup copies of your valuable data stored in hard disks of the system on a regular basis. For backup storage devices suitable for the system and backup tools, consult with your sales agent.
Page 252: Cleaning
User Guide www.bull.com Cleaning Clean the system on a regular basis to keep the system in a good shape. Warning ■ Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the system. ■ Do not look into the optical device drive. ■ Do not remove the lithium battery.
Page 253: Cleaning The Keyboard
User Guide www.bull.com Dust buildup inside the server can lead to several problems. As dust acts as a thermal insulator, a buildup can prevent proper system cooling. Excessive heat will shorten the life of the server components. The dust may also contain conductive or corrosive materials that can cause short circuits or corrosion of the electrical contacts.
Page 254: Cleaning The Mouse
User Guide www.bull.com Cleaning the Mouse Mechanical mouse The mouse operation depends on the degree of smoothness of the internal ball rotation. To keep the mouse ball clean, use the mouse in a place with little dust. 1. Prepare cold or lukewarm water, neutral detergent, alcohol, two dry soft clothes, and cotton swabs.
Page 255: Cleaning An Optical Disc Drive
User Guide www.bull.com ■ Use your mouse on surfaces that reflect but also scatter the light, such a a white sheet of drawing paper. Note: If you experience erratic mouse behavior, test it on a plain white sheet of paper.
Page 256 User Guide www.bull.com 4. Wipe the tray with a dry soft cloth. Caution Do not wipe the lens of the optical drive. Doing so may damage the lens and may cause a malfunction of the drive. 5. Push on the tray front to close the tray.
Page 257: Care And Handling
User Guide www.bull.com Care and Handling Use the following guidelines to properly handle and care for your system. Protect the system from extremely low or high temperatures. Let the system warm (or cool) to room temperature before using it. Keep the system away from magnetic forces.
Page 258: Solving Problems
User Guide www.bull.com Solving Problems This chapter helps you identify and solve problems that may occur during system installation or while using your system. The first section of this chapter tells you how to reset your system in the event of problems. The next few sections provide troubleshooting checklists and procedural steps that help you isolate specific system problems.
Page 259: Troubleshooting Guide
User Guide www.bull.com Troubleshooting Guide This section provides you a guide to identify a problem and locate its source. Warning The system power and any peripheral devices should be turned off before connecting or disconnecting peripheral devices to or from the system.
Page 260: Problems At Initial System Start-Up
User Guide www.bull.com Problems at initial System Start-up Problems that occur at initial system start-up are often caused by incorrect installation of components or incorrect configuration. Hardware failure is a less frequent cause. ■ Are all cables properly connected and secure? ■...
Page 261: Problems After The System Has Been Running Correctly
User Guide www.bull.com Problems After the System Has Been Running Correctly After the system hardware and software have been running correctly, problems can indicate equipment failure. Use the checklist below to try and correct the situation. If the problem recurs after you have checked these items, refer to “Troubleshooting...
Page 262: Problems Running New Application Software
User Guide www.bull.com Problems Running New Application Software Problems occurring when you run new application software are usually related to the software. Faulty equipment is much less likely, especially if other software runs correctly. Use the checklist below to see if the situation may be easily corrected. If the problem persists after you have checked these items, contact the software vendor's customer service.
Page 263: Problems And Suggestions
User Guide www.bull.com Problems and Suggestions Contact your Authorised Service Representative if the suggested actions do not solve the problem. Table 8: Problems and Suggestions What to do What to do Application software problems Make sure all cables are installed correctly.
Page 264: Problems With The System
User Guide www.bull.com Problems with the System Fail to power on the system: ■ Is the system is properly supplied with power? - Check if the power cord is connected to a power outlet (or UPS) that meets the power specifications for the system.
Page 265 User Guide www.bull.com Fail to access to internal or external devices (or such devices fail to operate): ■ Are cables properly connected? - Make sure that the interface cables and power cord are properly connected. Also make sure that the cables are connected in the correct order.
Page 266 User Guide www.bull.com Fail to access to the disc: ■ Is the disc properly set in the disc drive tray? - The tray is provided with a holder to secure the disc. Make sure that the disc is placed properly in the holder.
Page 267: Problems With Windows Server 2003
User Guide www.bull.com - When the system has an optional SCSI controller installed and SCSI devices connected to it, use the POST Setup utility that comes with the optional SCSI controller for proper configuration. See the manual that comes with the optional SCSI controller for details.
Page 268 User Guide www.bull.com The system displays the message below and fails to log on: This copy of Windows must be activated with Microsoft before you can continue. You cannot log on until you activate Windows. To shut down the computer click Cancel.
Page 269: Problems With Expressbuilder
User Guide www.bull.com The PXE boot (network boot) fails or the system is not found on the network: ■ Is the cable connected properly? - Connect the proper cable to the network port on the rear of the Express server.
Page 270: Problems With Express Setup
User Guide www.bull.com Table 9: Error Messages (Continued) Message Cause and Solution NvRAM access error An access to the non-volatile memory (NvRAM) has failed. The system-specific information does not exist The system-specific information can't be on the baseboard. Please restore the backup acquired on the mother board.
Page 271: Problems With Disk Array Configuration
User Guide www.bull.com - In Express Setup, you can not specify the details of Network adapter. Specify them from Control Panel after starting Windows. Problems with Disk Array Configuration Refer to the manual supplied with the RAID controller. Problems with Master Control Menu The master control menu fails to appear: ■...
Page 272: Collecting Event Log
User Guide www.bull.com Collecting Event Log This section describes on how to collect the log of various events that occurred on the system. Caution If STOP error, system error, or stall occurred, follow the proce- dure below after restarting the system.
Page 273: Collecting Configuration Information
User Guide www.bull.com Collecting Configuration Information This section describes how to collect the information on hardware configuration and inside specification. In order to collect information, "Diagnostic Program" is used. Caution If STOP error, system error, or stall occurred, follow the proce- dure below after restarting the system.
Page 274: Collecting Dr. Watson Diagnostic Information
User Guide www.bull.com Collecting Dr. Watson Diagnostic Information Dr. Watson collects diagnostic information related to application errors. The location to save the information can be specified as you like.
Page 275: Memory Dump (Depending On Your Configuration)
User Guide www.bull.com Memory Dump (depending on your configuration) If an error occurs, the dump file should be saved to acquire necessary information. If you saved the dump to DAT, write down that it is saved as "NTBackup" or "ARCServe" on the label. You can specify the location to save the diagnostic information as you like...
Page 276: If You Need Assistance
User Guide www.bull.com If You Need Assistance If you have a problem with your computer, first review the sections of “Solving Problems” on page 258. Note: Refer to the warranty booklet delivered with your system to find out how to contact the local office in your country.
Page 277: Error Messages
User Guide www.bull.com Error Messages This section details the POST error codes and messages, and the meaning of the diag- nostic LEDs colour combinations. POST Error Messages Whenever a recoverable error occurs during POST, BIOS displays a message on the video display screen and causes the speaker to beep as the message appears.
Page 278: Post Error Pause Option
User Guide www.bull.com POST Error Pause Option For POST error(s) that are listed as Pause, the BIOS enters the error manager and waits for the user to press an appropriate key before booting the operating system or entering BIOS Setup.
Page 279 User Guide www.bull.com Table 13: Diagnostic LEDs Codes (Continued) Check Point Diagnostic LED Description Decoder (G=green; R=red; A=amber) 0x13h SMM initialization Chipset 0x21h Initializing a chipset component Memory 0x22h Reading configuration data from memory (SPD on DIMM) 0x23h Detecting presence of memory...
Page 280 User Guide www.bull.com Table 13: Diagnostic LEDs Codes (Continued) Check Point Diagnostic LED Description Decoder (G=green; R=red; A=amber) 0x93h Enabling the keyboard 0x94h Clearing keyboard input buffer 0x95h Instructing keyboard controller to run Self Test (PS2 only) Mouse (PS2 or USB)
Page 281 User Guide www.bull.com Table 13: Diagnostic LEDs Codes (Continued) Check Point Diagnostic LED Description Decoder (G=green; R=red; A=amber) 0xE4h Entered EFI driver execution phase (DXE) 0xE5h Started dispatching drivers 0xE6h Started connecting drivers 0xEBh Started dispatching a driver 0xECh Completed dispatching a driver...
Page 282: Bios Setup Utility
User Guide www.bull.com BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is used to change system configuration parameters. The utility is resident in the system FLASH memory and does not require a diskette or an operating system present to run. Using the BIOS Setup Utility You access the BIOS Setup utility when you turn on or reboot your system.
Page 283: Bios Setup Configuration Settings
User Guide www.bull.com Table 14: BIOS Setup Keys (Continued) Function in Setup Menu Up or down arrow keys The up/down arrow is used to select the previous/next value in a pick list, or the previous/next option in a menu item's option list.
Page 284: Main Menu
User Guide www.bull.com Main Menu Table 15: Standard BIOS Features Menu Feature Choices or Description Your Setting Display Only BIOS Version Display only Information only. Displays the BIOS version. yy = major version xx = minor version zzzz = build number...
Page 285: Advanced Menu
User Guide www.bull.com Advanced Menu Table 16: Advanced Menu Feature Choices or Description Your Setting Display Only Processor Press Enter Press Enter to open the submenu Memory Press Enter Press Enter to open the Configuration submenu SATA Controller Press Enter...
Page 286 User Guide www.bull.com Processor Submenu Table 17: Processor Submenu Feature Choices or Description Your Setting Display Only Processor Family Family designation of the Display only processor Core Frequency Frequency at which the Display only processor currently runs. Maximum Highest frequency at which the...
Page 287: Memory Configuration Submenu
User Guide www.bull.com Memory Configuration Submenu Table 18: Memory Configuration Submenu Feature Choices or Description Your Setting Display Only Total Memory Display only Displays the amount of memory available in the system in the form of installed FBDIMMs, in units of MB or GB.
Page 288: Serial Port Configuration
User Guide www.bull.com Table 19: IDE Controller Submenu (Continued) Feature Choices or Description Your Setting Display Only SATA RAID OPROM Select the onboard RAID chipset of your choice (RAID Intel Matrix must be configured). Storage - LSI: support for RAID0, RAID1 and RAID10 under Microsoft Windows and Linux.
Page 289: Usb Configuration Submenu
User Guide www.bull.com USB Configuration Submenu Table 21: USB Configuration Submenu Feature Choices or Description Your Setting Display Only Module version USB driver version. Detected USB Shows the number of USB Devices devices in the system. <Total USB Devices in System>...
Page 290: Security Menu
User Guide www.bull.com Security Menu Table 23: Security Menu Feature Choices or Description Your Setting Display Only Administrator Installed Indicates whether the Password Status administrator password is set Not Installed (display only). User Password Indicates whether the user Status password is set (display only).
Page 291: Server Management Menu
User Guide www.bull.com Server Management Menu Table 24: Server Management Menu Feature Choices or Description Your Setting Display Only Assert NMI on When Enabled, on SERR, generate an Enabled SERR NMI and log an error. Disabled Assert NMI on (Displayed only when Assert NMI on...
Page 292 User Guide www.bull.com System Information Submenu Table 26: System Information submenu Feature Choices or Description Your Setting Display Only Board Part Number Board Serial Number System Part Number Sytem Serial Number Chassis Part Number Chassis Serial Number BMC Firmware Revision...
Page 293: Boot Options Menu
User Guide www.bull.com Boot Options Menu Table 27: Boot Options Menu Feature Choices or Display Description Your Setting Only Boot Timeout Sets the default timeout value before system boot. Any figure The 656535 value will disable the timeout completely. Boot Option #N List of the boot devices Sets the system boot order.
Page 294: Boot Manager Menu
User Guide www.bull.com Boot Manager Menu Allows you to boot the system using one of the items listed in the menu.
Page 295: Error Manager Menu
User Guide www.bull.com Error Manager Menu The Error Manager Menu displays any errors encountered during POST.
Page 296: Exit Menu
User Guide www.bull.com Exit Menu You can make the following exit selections on the Main Menu. Select an option using the up or down arrow keys, then press <Enter> to execute the option. You must select one of the items from the menu or menu bar to exit.
Page 297: Updating The Bios
Performing the BIOS Update We recommend you update your system BIOS using the Bull Boot CD. 1. Consult our Web site at the following address: http://support.bull.com and type Boot CD in the Search field.
Page 298: How To Identify Bios Revision Level
User Guide www.bull.com How to Identify BIOS Revision Level To identify your system's current BIOS revision level, perform the following procedure: 1. Power-on or reboot the system. “Press <F2> to enter SETUP” is displayed. 2. Press F2. 3. In the Main menu, check the value that appears in the BIOS Version field.
Page 299: Recovering Bios
User Guide www.bull.com Recovering BIOS If at any point in time the BIOS appears to malfunction, clear the CMOS to return to a default configuration. If this does not help, process with the BIOS recovery as described below. 1. Remove the BIOS jumper.
Page 300: Novascale T810 E1 Specifications
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Specifications Table 29: NovaScale T810 E1 Specifications Item Description Cabinet design Tower or Rack (with the optional conversion kit) Chipset ® Intel 3210 Type ® ® ® ® Intel Pentium dual-core, Dual-Core Intel Xeon ®...
Page 301 User Guide www.bull.com Table 29: NovaScale T810 E1 Specifications (Continued) Item Description Environmental Temperature 10 to 35°C requirements Humidity 20 to 80% RH (no condensation)
Page 302: Novascale R410 E1 Specifications
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Specifications Table 30: NovaScale R410 E1 Specifications Item Description Cabinet design Rack Chipset ® Intel 3210 Type ® ® ® ® Intel Pentium dual-core, Dual-Core Intel Xeon ® ® or Quad-Core Intel Xeon Number of processors...
Page 303: Novascale T830 E1 Specifications
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Specifications Table 31: NovaScale T830 E1 Specifications Item Description Cabinet design Tower or Rack (with optional conversion kit) Chipset ® Intel 3210 Type ® ® ® ® Intel Pentium dual-core, Dual-Core Intel Xeon ®...
Page 304 User Guide www.bull.com Table 31: NovaScale T830 E1 Specifications (Continued) Item Description Power supply Type Hot-swappable Fixed (depending on Input voltages 110 to 220V 110 to 220V your system) Power consumption Output: 650W Minimum Output : 550W Environmental Temperature 10 to 35°C...
Page 305: Equipment Logs
User Guide www.bull.com Equipment Logs NovaScale T810 E1 Use this equipment log form to record pertinent information about your system. You will need some of this information to run the System Setup Utility. Be sure to update the equipment log when you add options.
Page 306: Hardware
User Guide www.bull.com Hardware Main Unit Model name Serial No. Date installed Clock Serial No. Date installed Memory #3, #4 Size Serial No. Date installed #1, #2 Size Serial No. Date installed Monitor Type Model name Serial No. Date installed...
Page 307 User Guide www.bull.com Type number 5.25-inch Device #1 Size Capacity Serial No. Model name Type number Date installed 5.25-inch Device #2 Size Capacity Serial No. Model name Type number Date installed 5.25-inch Device #3 Size Capacity Serial No. Model name...
Page 308: Software
User Guide www.bull.com Manufacturer Date installed External USB Device 3 Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date installed External USB Device 4 Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date installed External USB Device 5 Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date installed External USB Device 6 Model name Serial No.
Page 309: Novascale R410 E1
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Use this equipment log form to record pertinent information about your system. You will need some of this information to run the System Setup Utility. Be sure to update the equipment log when you add options.
Page 310: Hardware
User Guide www.bull.com Hardware Main Unit Model name Serial No. Date installed Clock Serial No. Date installed Memory #3, #4 Size Serial No. Date installed #1, #2 Size Serial No. Date installed Monitor Type Model name Serial No. Date installed...
Page 311: Software
User Guide www.bull.com External USB Device 4 Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date installed External Serial Device 1 Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date installed Software Firmware version Apply Name: Version Application of RUR media Name: Version File system HPFS...
Page 312: Novascale T830 E1
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Use this equipment log form to record pertinent information about your system. You will need some of this information to run the System Setup Utility. Be sure to update the equipment log when you add options.
Page 313 User Guide www.bull.com Capacity Date installed Type number Type Serial No. Capacity Date installed Type number Type Serial No. Capacity Date installed Type number Type Serial No. Capacity Date installed Type number Type Serial No. Capacity Date installed Type number...
Page 314 User Guide www.bull.com 5.25-inch Device #2 Size Capacity Serial No. Model name Type number Date installed PCI Slot #1 Model name Serial No. Date installed PCI Slot #2 Model name Serial No. Date installed PCI-E 1x Slot Model name Serial No.
Page 315: Software
User Guide www.bull.com External USB Device 6 Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date installed External Serial Device 1 Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date installed Software Firmware version Apply Name: Version Application of RUR media Name: Version File system HPFS...
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