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Before reading this manual For your safety This manual contains important information for safely and correctly using this product. Carefully read the manual before using this product. Pay particular attention to the accompanying manual "Safety Notes and Regulations" and ensure these safety notes are understood before using the product.
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Please consult the sales staff of Fujitsu if intending to use this product for high safety use. Measures against momentary voltage drop This product may be affected by a momentary voltage drop in the power supply caused by lightning.
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Only for the Japanese market: Although described in this manual, some sections do not apply to the Japanese market. These options and routines include: – CSS (Customer Self Service) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Version history Issue number Reason for update August 2014 Initial release September 2014 Correction December 2014 new: riser modules, 12x 3.5 HDD backplane, SATA DOM, SD card Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Contents Introduction ......25 Notational conventions ....26 Before you start .
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Contents Shutting down the server ....53 Disconnecting power cords ....54 Getting access to the component .
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Contents 5.2.6.1 Viewing the boot retry counter ....84 5.2.6.2 Resetting the boot retry counter ....84 5.2.7 Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality .
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Contents Replacing a hot-plug power supply unit ... 109 6.4.1 Preliminary steps ......109 6.4.2 Removing the defective hot-plug power supply unit .
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Contents 7.3.1.5 Installing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane 2 ..131 7.3.1.6 Concluding steps ..... . . 132 7.3.2 Upgrading SAS / SATA HDD backplane 2 .
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Contents 8.3.4 Concluding steps ......157 Expansion cards and backup units ... . . 159 Basic information .
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Contents 9.5.1.1 Preliminary steps ..... . . 186 9.5.1.2 Installing a riser card (HL) ....187 9.5.1.3 Installing an expansion card in a riser module (HL) .
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Contents 9.5.6.3 Installing the new riser card ....209 9.5.6.4 Connecting cables to the expansion card ..209 9.5.6.5 Connecting a battery backup unit to the expansion card .
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Contents 9.7.4.5 Installing a new FBU ....249 9.7.4.6 Concluding steps ..... . 249 DynamicLoM module .
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Contents Main memory ......271 10.1 Basic information ..... . . 272 10.1.1 Memory sequence .
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Contents 11.3.2.3 Installing the protective cover ....303 11.3.2.4 Closing the load plate ....304 11.3.3 Concluding steps .
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Contents Front panel and external front connectors ..331 13.1 Front panel module 3.5-inch versions ... . 331 13.1.1 Replacing the front panel module ....331 13.1.1.1 Preliminary steps .
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Contents 13.4.1.3 Preparing the front panel module ....351 13.4.1.4 Installing the front USB3.0 connector ... . 352 13.4.1.5 Re-installing the front panel module .
Introduction This Upgrade and Maintenance Manual provides instructions for the following procedures: Upgrading the server configuration by adding optional hardware ● components Upgrading the server configuration by replacing existing hardware ● components with superior ones. Replacing defective hardware components ● This manual focuses on on-site maintenance tasks.
Introduction Notational conventions The following notational conventions are used in this manual: indicates commands or menu items Text in italics indicates system output fixed font indicates text to be entered by the user semi-bold fixed font "Quotation marks" indicate names of chapters and terms that are being emphasized describes activities that must be performed in the order Ê...
The operating manual of your server gives an introduction to server features and provides an overview of available hardware options. Use the Fujitsu ServerView Suite management software and the iRMC web frontend to prepare hardware expansions. ServerView Suite documentation is available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com...
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Japanese market: http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/system/ Please contact your local Fujitsu customer service partner for details on how to order expansion kits or spare parts. Use the Fujitsu Illustrated Spares Catalog to identify the required spare part and obtain technical data and order information.
At the beginning of each procedure, the involved unit type is indicated by one of the symbols introduced in this section. Please ask your local Fujitsu service center for more detailed information. 2.1.1 Customer Replaceable Units (CRU)
Before you start 2.1.2 Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Upgrade and Repair Units are non hot-plug components that can be ordered separately to be installed as options (Upgrade Units) or are available to the customer through customer self service (Repair Units). Server management error messages and diagnostic indicators on the front panel and system board will report defective Upgrade and Repair Units as customer replaceable CSS components.
Maintenance procedures involving Field Replaceable Units must be performed exclusively by Fujitsu service personnel or technicians trained by Fujitsu. Please note that unauthorized interference with the system will void the warranty and exempt the manufacturer from all liability. Components that are handled as Field Replaceable Units –...
Before you start Step included Explanation Shutdown time depends on hardware and software configuration and may vary significantly. Server shutdown Software tasks necessary before maintenance are described in section "Starting the maintenance task" on page Rack removal, Making the server available, removing the disassembly server from the rack (if applicable) Transporting the server to the service table...
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Before you start Screw driver / Bit insert / Screw Usage Type torque HDD cages to chassis, Multibay and M3 x 4.5 mm Hexagonal cross Panelhousin (silver) 0.6 Nm C26192-Y10-C67 Slot bracket to chassis, Fan box System Hexagonal cross M3 x 6 mm board, Front (silver) panel (2.5-...
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Before you start Screw driver / Bit insert / Screw Usage Type torque Hexagonal cross M3 x 3.5 mm Slot bracket to controller C26192-Y10- board 0.4 Nm C151 Phillips M3 x 4.5 mm UFM nylon PH0 / (+) No. 0 (white) screw 0.06 Nm...
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Before you start Screw driver / Bit insert / Screw Usage Type torque Phillips heat sink captive screw PH2 / (+) No. 2 1 Nm DynamicLoM Hexagon bolt module 0.6 Nm M3 x 5 mm (silver) C26192-Y1-C65 DynamicLoM Hexagon bolt module 0.6 Nm M3 x 8 mm...
For the Japanese market please use the following address: http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/ Document Description "Quick Start Hardware - FUJITSU Quick installation poster for initial operation, Server PRIMERGY RX2540 M1" available online leaflet "ServerView Quick Start Guide" Information on initial server setup and "ServerView クイックスタート...
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Description Spare parts identification and information system (EMEA market only), available for online use or download (Windows OS) at Illustrated Spares catalog http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com/illustrated_spares or from the CSS component view of the ServerView Operations Manager Glossary available online Important information on warranty "Warranty"...
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Important information CAUTION! Before installing and starting up a device, please observe the safety instructions listed in the following section. This will help you to avoid making serious errors that could impair your health, damage the device and endanger the data base. Keep this manual and the other documentation (such as the technical manual, documentation DVD) close to the device.
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Important information If the device is brought in from a cold environment, condensation may form ● both inside and on the outside of the device. Wait until the device has acclimatized to room temperature and is absolutely dry before starting it up. Material damage may be caused to the device if this requirement is not observed.
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Important information Ethernet cabling has to comply with EN 50173 and EN 50174-1/2 standards ● or ISO/IEC 11801 standard respectively. The minimum requirement is a Category 5 shielded cable for 10/100 Ethernet, or a Category 5e cable for Gigabit Ethernet. Route the cables in such a way that they do not create a potential hazard ●...
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Important information Do not damage or modify internal cables or devices. Doing so may cause a ● device failure, fire, or electric shock and will void the warranty and exempt the manufacturer from all liability. Devices inside the server remain hot after shutdown. Wait for a while after ●...
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Important information Working with optical disk drives and media When working with optical disk drives, these instructions must be followed. CAUTION! Only use CDs/DVDs/BDs that are in perfect condition, in order to ● prevent data loss, equipment damage and injury. Check each CD/DVD/BD for damage, cracks, breakages etc.
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Important information Do not contaminate the CD/DVD/BD surface with fingerprints, oil, ● dust, etc. If dirty, clean with a soft, dry cloth, wiping from the center to the edge. Do not use benzene, thinners, water, record sprays, antistatic agents, or silicone-impregnated cloth. Be careful not to damage the CD/DVD/BD surface.
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Important information Modules with Electrostatic-Sensitive Devices Modules with electrostatic-sensitive devices are identified by the following sticker: Figure 1: ESD label When you handle components fitted with ESDs, you must always observe the following points: Switch off the system and remove the power plugs from the power outlets ●...
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If you need to lift or transport the server, ask other people to help you. ● Because the PRIMERGY RX2540 M1 is large and heavy, at least two people are needed. Never lift or carry the device by the handles on the front panel.
Important information ENERGY STAR Products that have been certified compliant with ENERGY STAR and identified as such are in full compliance with the specification at shipping. Note that energy consumption can be affected by software that is installed or any changes that are made to the hardware configuration or BIOS or energy options subsequently.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ● Fujitsu is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by Fujitsu. The correction of interferences caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
Important information Environmental protection Environmentally-friendly product design and development This product has been designed in accordance with the Fujitsu standard for "environmentally friendly product design and development". This means that key factors such as durability, selection and labeling of materials, emissions, packaging, ease of dismantling and recycling have been taken into account.
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Details regarding the return and recycling of devices and consumables within Europe can also be found in the "Returning used devices" manual, via your local Fujitsu branch or from our recycling center in Paderborn: Fujitsu Technology Solutions Recycling Center D-33106 Paderborn Tel.
Basic hardware procedures Using diagnostics information Use the Fujitsu ServerView Suite management software to plan the upgrade or replacement of hardware components. Please refer to the following ServerView Suite topics: – Operation – Maintenance It is recommended to prepare local maintenance tasks using remote diagnostics procedures, as described in the "ServerView Suite Local Service Concept...
Basic hardware procedures 4.1.2 Determining the error class The Local Service Concept (LSC) allows you to identify defective server components. Failure events are assigned to one of two error classes: – Global Error events that need to be resolved by maintenance personnel –...
Basic hardware procedures 4.1.3 Locating the defective component After determining the error class by the CSS or Global Error indicators (see section "Determining the error class" on page 52) local diagnostic indicators on the front panel and system board allow you to identify the defective component. For further information, refer to the "ServerView Suite Local Service Concept (LSC)"...
Basic hardware procedures Ê Switch on the ID indicator on the front and rear connector panels of the server as described in section "Locating the defective server" on page Disconnecting power cords Removing the server from the mains If there are installed two power supplies remove both power cords. Figure 2: Removing the power cord from the PSU cable clamp Ê...
Basic hardware procedures Getting access to the component CAUTION! Before removing or installing covers, turn off the server and all ● peripheral devices. Also unplug all power cables from the outlet. Failure to do so can cause electric shock. In order to comply with applicable EMC regulations (regulations on ●...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 3: Extending the server out of the rack Ê Remove all remaining external cables from the rear connector panel and expansion cards (see section "Connectors and indicators" on page 423). Ê If you are not using a cable mounting arm (CMA kit), ensure that the rear cables are long enough not to be strained or damaged when extending the server out of the rack.
Basic hardware procedures 4.4.2 Removing the server from the rack In most cases maintenance tasks can be performed while the server is extended from the rack. However, depending on accessibility or security guidelines, it may make sense to completely remove the server from the rack cabinet for maintenance purposes.
Basic hardware procedures When using a lifter, this removal procedure needs to be carried out by maintenance personnel. Figure 4: Removing the server from the rack Ê Release the locking bars on both telescopic rails (1). Ê Lift up the front of the server as shown so that the front and middle rack mounting bolts are disengaged from the mounting points on the telescopic rails (2).
In order to comply with applicable EMC regulations (regulations on ● electromagnetic compatibility) and satisfy cooling requirements, the PRIMERGY RX2540 M1 server must not run while the housing cover is removed. For further safety information, please refer to chapter "Important ●...
Basic hardware procedures 4.4.3.2 Removing the air duct Figure 6: Removing the air duct CAUTION! Be careful with the FBU cable. If there is a FBU installed, follow the procedure that is described in section "Removing the FBU holder from the air duct" on page 245 first.
Basic hardware procedures Reassembling 4.5.1 Installing the air duct Figure 7: Installing the air duct Ê Insert the air duct. Regard that the air duct engages in the guiding points. If there is a FBU installed, follow the procedure that is described in section "Installing the FBU holder onto the air duct"...
In order to comply with applicable EMC regulations (regulations on ● electromagnetic compatibility) and satisfy cooling requirements, the PRIMERGY RX2540 M1 server must not run while the housing cover is removed. For further safety information, please refer to chapter "Important ●...
Basic hardware procedures 4.5.3 Mounting the server in the rack 4.5.3.1 Seating the server on the rack rails CAUTION! At least two people are needed to position the server on the rack rails. (For the Japanese market, please refer to " 安全上のご注意 ".) For configurations below 32 kg: At least two people are needed to lift the server into the rack cabinet.
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Basic hardware procedures Ê If required, install the rack mounting bracket and rack system into the rack as described in the Rack Mounting Kit - RMK-F1/F2 DROP-IN Quick Release Lever (QRL)" Mounting Instructions. The printed poster is contained in the rack mounting kit. Figure 9: Mounting the server onto the rack rails Ê...
Basic hardware procedures 4.5.3.2 Sliding the server into the rack Figure 10: Sliding the server into the rack Ê Pull up on the locking latch on both telescopic rails (1). Ê Slide the server inside the rack as far as it will go (2) until the quick release levers on the rack mounting frame lock into place.
Basic hardware procedures Connecting the server to the power source The PRIMERGY RX2540 M1 server is equipped with up to two standard power supplies unit that automatically adjusts to any mains voltage in the range of 100 VAC - 240 VAC or up to two DC hot-plug power supply unit that adjusts automatically to any power voltage in the range from -40.5 V to -57 V.
In order to comply with applicable EMC regulations (regulations on electromagnetic compatibility) and satisfy cooling requirements, the PRIMERGY RX2540 M1 server must not run while the housing cover is removed. After connecting all power cords, wait at least 60 seconds before ●...
Basic software procedures Starting the maintenance task 5.1.1 Disabling or suspending BitLocker functionality BitLocker Drive Encryption provides protection for operating system and data drives by encrypting the contents and requiring users to authenticate their credentials to access the information. On the operating system drive, BitLocker uses the compatible Trusted Platform Module (TPM) to detect if the computer's startup process has been modified from its original state.
BitLocker setup wizard, modify the BitLocker Group Policy settings. For further information on how to disable or suspend BitLocker drive encryption, please refer to the Microsoft Knowledge Base. Fujitsu service partners will find additional information (also available in Japanese) on the Fujitsu Extranet web pages. 5.1.2...
Basic software procedures Ê Under Watchdog Settings, you can obtain detailed information about the current watchdog status, time out intervals and actions that are triggered if watchdog time outs are exceeded. For detailed information on iRMC settings, refer to the "Integrated Remote Management Controller"...
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Basic software procedures Configuring boot watchdog settings using the iRMC web frontend Ê Enter the ServerView iRMC web frontend. Ê Select the Server Management menu. Ê Under Watchdog Settings select Continue from the Boot Watchdog drop down list. Ê Click Apply for the changes to take effect. For detailed information on iRMC settings, refer to the "Integrated Remote Management Controller"...
For further information on "forcible" tape ejection, please refer to the "Tape Facts" guide available to Fujitsu service partners from the following https address: https://partners.ts.fujitsu.com/com/service/ps/Servers/PRIMERGY/Pages/ TapeFacts.aspx...
Using Update Manager Express Ê If performing an offline BIOS / firmware update, first of all prepare the ServerView Update DVD or USB stick: Ê Download the latest ServerView Update DVD image from Fujitsu: for the EMEA market ftp://ftp.ts.fujitsu.com/images/serverview for the Japanese market: http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/products/note/svsdvd/dvd/...
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Basic software procedures DVD: Ê Switch on the server. Ê Right after switching on the server, insert the Update DVD into the DVD drive and close the tray. USB: Ê Connect the USB stick to the server. Ê Switch on the server. If the server does not boot from DVD or USB stick, proceed as follows: Ê...
Basic software procedures Ê Reboot the server, e.g. by pressing the reset button on the front or switching the server off and then on again after a few seconds. Ê Once the server has been started, press [F12] to enter the boot menu. Ê...
(EMEA market) (Japanese market) http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/downloads/ Fujitsu does not assume responsibility for any damage done to the server or for the loss of any data resulting from BIOS updates. 5.2.1.1 Updating or recovering the system board BIOS BIOS flash procedure Ê...
Basic software procedures 5.2.1.2 Updating or recovering the iRMC iRMC flash procedure Ê Prepare a USB stick including the bootable iRMC firmware update image. Ê Connect the USB stick to the USB port. Ensure that only the USB device with the iRMC firmware is connected to the USB port.
Ê Press the Power On / Off button. The system starts the POST process. In iRMC recovery mode, the “FUJITSU” logo does not show up. Ê The system will detect the USB stick.
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Chassis ID EPROM has been restored to the system board: Chassis IDPROM: Restore successful After replacing the Chassis ID EPROM In case of the PRIMERGY RX2540 M1 server, the Chassis ID EPROM is integrated on the front panel board. Ê Check the SEL log files as described in section "Viewing and clearing the...
"Local System Update for PRIMERGY Servers" user guide Using the flash tool The latest firmware files are available as ASPs (Autonomous Support Packages) for Windows or as DOS tools from the Fujitsu support web pages at: (EMEA market) http://ts.fujitsu.com/support/ http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/downloads/ (Japanese market) Ê...
Basic software procedures 5.2.4 Enabling Option ROM scan In order to configure an expansion card that has been installed or replaced, the card’s Option ROM has to be enabled in the system board BIOS. The card’s firmware is called by the system BIOS upon reboot and can be entered and configured.
Procedures may differ depending on the backup software. For details, refer to the dedicated documentation provided separately. Further information on suitable backup software solutions and related documentation is available to Fujitsu service partners from the Fujitsu Extranet pages. Re-enabling backup drives...
Basic software procedures 5.2.6 Resetting the boot retry counter The boot retry counter is decremented from its preset value every time the POST watchdog initiates a system reboot. When the value has reached ’0’, the system will shut down and power off. 5.2.6.1 Viewing the boot retry counter The current boot retry counter status is available in the BIOS:...
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Basic software procedures Resetting the boot retry counter using the ServerView Operations Manager Ê In the ServerView Operations Manager Administration view, select Server Configuration. Ê If more than one server is managed in SVOM, select the target server and click Next. Ê...
Basic software procedures 5.2.7 Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality If ServerView Operations Manager boot watchdog functionality has been disabled for firmware upgrade purposes (see section 5.1.2 on page 70), it has to be re-enabled to complete the maintenance task. Timer settings can be configured in the BIOS or using the ServerView iRMC web frontend: Configuring boot watchdog settings in the BIOS Ê...
Basic software procedures Ê Select the Advanced menu. Ê Select the status menu of the desired component: – Processors: CPU Status This option is only available for multi-processor systems. – Memory: Memory Status – Expansion cards: PCI Status Ê Reset replaced components to Enable. Ê...
Basic software procedures 5.2.10 Verifying the system time settings This task only applies to Linux environments. After the system board has been replaced, the system time is set automatically. By default, the RTC (Real Time Clock) time standard is set as the local time. If a Linux OS is used and the hardware clock has been configured as UTC (Universal Time, Coordinated) in the operating system, the BMC local time may not be mapped correctly.
Basic software procedures 5.2.11 Viewing and clearing the System Event Log (SEL) 5.2.11.1 Viewing the SEL You can view the System Event Log (SEL) using the ServerView Operations Manager or the ServerView iRMC web frontend: Viewing the SEL in ServerView Operations Manager Ê...
Basic software procedures Viewing the SEL using the iRMC web frontend Ê Enter the ServerView iRMC web frontend. Ê Select the Event Log and choose the Internal Event Log submenu. Ê Under Internal Event Log Content the SEL is being displayed. In order to filter the list, select the check boxes next to the desired event types and press Apply for the changes to take effect.
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Basic software procedures Procedures may differ depending on your Linux OS or the definition file on the client system. Use the following information as reference. Ask the system administrator to change the definition file. Ê After replacing a network controller or the system board, switch on and boot the server as described in section "Switching on the server"...
For further information on how to enable or resume BitLocker drive encryption, please refer to the Microsoft Knowledge Base. Fujitsu service partners will find additional information (also available in Japanese) on the Fujitsu Extranet web pages. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
Basic software procedures 5.2.14 Performing a RAID array rebuild After replacing a hard disk drive that has been combined into a RAID array, RAID rebuild will be performed completely unattended as a background process. Ê Ensure that the RAID array rebuild has started normally. Wait until the progress bar has reached at least one percent.
Basic software procedures Ê Under Network Inventory, you will find detailed information on each network controller in the managed PRIMERGY server, including its MAC address. This information is only available with the iRMC S4 or above. Only network controllers supporting the Command Line Protocol (CLP) will be displayed.
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Basic software procedures Ê Note down the new 16-digit WWN address found under Adapter Port Name. Ê Press [Esc] to return to the main menu and exit the QLogic BIOS utility. Ê Inform the customer about the changed WWN address. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
After replacing the Chassis ID EPROM, system information has to be entered using the Chassis ID Prom tool. The tool and further instructions are available to maintenance personnel from the Fujitsu Technology Solutions Extranet: https://partners.ts.fujitsu.com/com/service/ps/Servers/PRIMERGY/ Ê Select your PRIMERGY system from the main area of the page.
Basic software procedures 5.2.17 Configuring LAN teaming Use ServerView Operations Manager to obtain detailed information on existing LAN teams: Ê In ServerView Operations Manager Single System View select System Status from the Information / Operation menu. Ê Under Network Interfaces select LAN Teaming. Ê...
Basic software procedures 5.2.18 Switching off the ID indicator Press the ID button on the front panel, or use the iRMC web frontend or ServerView Operations Manager to switch off the ID indicator after the maintenance task has been concluded successfully. For further information, refer to section "Locating the defective server"...
Basic software procedures For detailed information on iRMC settings, refer to the "Integrated Remote Management Controller" user guide. Executing the fan test via ServerView Operations Manager Ê Open the ServerView Operations Manager and log in. Ê Under Administration select Server Configuration. Ê...
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Basic software procedures Windows Ê Choose Start Menu Ê Choose All programs - Fujitsu ServerView Agents - Fujitsu Server View - Maintenance Tool Ê Change the Reset Status to CPU Status. Ê Check that the status of replaced CPU is not prefailure in in ServerView.
● information" on page Basic information The PRIMERGY RX2540 M1 server can be equipped: – with up to two power supply units that automatically adjust to any mains voltage in the range of 100 VAC - 240 VAC For 800 W (Titanium) power supply unit: Mains input voltage range: 200 VAC –...
Power supply units 6.1.1 Power supply unit configurations Figure 13: Hot-plug power supply units Power Number in Power item Part Number class figure 450 W Platinum A3C40175929 / S26113-E575-V53 450 W Platinum A3C40172099 / S26113-E575-V70 800 W Platinum A3C40175928 / S26113-E574-V53 800 W Titanium...
Power supply units – Mixing of Platinum PSUs within same class and different manufacturer (e.g. class 1) within a system is released. – Always install a dummy cover into an unused power supply unit bay to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements. –...
Power supply units Installing hot-plug power supply units Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (CRU) Tools: tool-less 6.2.1 Preliminary steps No steps needed. 6.2.2 Removing the dummy cover Figure 15: Removing the dummy cover Ê Press in on both release latches (1) and remove the dummy cover (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Power supply units CAUTION! Keep the dummy cover for future use. If a power supply unit is removed and not immediately replaced by a new one, a dummy cover must be replaced in the slot to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
Power supply units Removing a hot-plug power supply unit Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (CRU) Tools: tool-less Note for servers using CMA (Cable Management Arm) Regarding of removing power supply units, additional tasks are needed, due to an interference between CMA stopper and the power supply units. Ê...
Power supply units 6.3.2 Removing a hot-plug power supply unit Figure 17: Removing the hot-plug power supply unit Ê Push the handle of the power supply unit halfway upward in the direction of the arrow (1). Ê Push the green release latch in direction of the arrow (2). Ê...
Power supply units 6.3.3 Installing a dummy cover Figure 18: Installing a dummy cover Ê Insert the dummy cover into the empty bay with the impressed arrow symbol facing up (see circle). Ê Press in on both release latches on the dummy cover until it locks in place. CAUTION! Always install dummy covers into unused bays to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
Power supply units Replacing a hot-plug power supply unit Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (CRU) Tools: tool-less CAUTION! When replacing a power supply unit in a non-redundant power supply ● configuration, the server must be switched off first. Replace the power supply unit after specifying the one that breaks ●...
Power supply units 6.4.4 Concluding steps "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê Ê In non-redundant PSU configurations, swich on the server as described in section "Switching on the server" on page 67 "Performing a fan test after replacing a defective fan" on page 98 Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Safety notes CAUTION! The hard disk drive must not be removed from the installation frame ● by anyone except a service technician. HDD / SSD modules must all be marked clearly so that they can be ●...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Basic procedures – Solid state drives (SSDs) are always equipped before installing hard disk drives – Hard disk drives / solid state drives with different capacities are installed from highest to lowest capacity. –...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.1.1 HDD mounting order for 4x 3.5-inch HDD configuration Figure 19: 4x 3.5-inch HDD mounting order Mounting order Bay number Bay number SV RAID Manager (one SAS RAID controller) HDD0 HDD1 HDD2 HDD3 7.2.1.2 HDD mounting order for 8x 3.5-inch HDD configurations Figure 20: 8x 3.5-inch HDD mounting order...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives SV RAID Manager number one SAS RAID controller twoSAS RAID controller HDD0 CTRL0-HDD0 HDD1 CTRL0-HDD1 HDD2 CTRL0-HDD2 HDD3 CTRL0-HDD3 HDD4 CTRL1-HDD0 HDD5 CTRL1-HDD1 HDD6 CTRL1-HDD2 HDD7 CTRL1-HDD3 7.2.1.3 HDD mounting order for 12x 3.5-inch HDD configurations Figure 21: 12x 3.5-inch HDD mounting order Mounting order Bay number...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.2.2 Removing a 3.5-inch dummy module Figure 22: Removing a 3.5-inch dummy module Dummy modules have been installed into unused HDD bays. Before installing an additional HDD, the dummy module needs to be removed from the desired drive bay.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.2.3 Installing a 3.5-inch HDD module Figure 23: Opening the 3.5-inch HDD module locking lever Ê While pressing on the locking button (1) fold up the lever (2). Figure 24: Inserting the 3.5-inch HDD module Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.2.4 Concluding steps "Performing a RAID array rebuild" on page 93 Ê 7.2.3 Removing 3.5-inch HDD modules Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (CRU) Tools: tool-less 7.2.3.1 Preliminary steps Ê If the HDD module to be removed is combined into a RAID array, please proceed as follows: RAID level Procedure...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives CAUTION! All data on all HDDs in the array will be lost! Be sure to back up your data before deleting a RAID array. For further information, please refer to the "ServerView Suite RAID Management"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.3.3 Installing a 3.5-inch dummy module CAUTION! If the removed HDD module is not replaced immediately, always replace a dummy module into the unused HDD bay to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements. Figure 26: Installing a 3.5-inch dummy module Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.4 Replacing a 3.5-inch HDD module Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (CRU) Tools: tool-less CAUTION! Only remove an HDD / SSD module during operation if the drive is ● not currently being accessed. Observe the indicators on the HDD module, as described in the operating manual of your server.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.4.3 Installing a 3.5-inch HDD module "Installing 3.5-inch HDD modules" on page 115 Ê 7.2.4.4 Concluding steps "Performing a RAID array rebuild" on page 93 Ê 7.2.5 2.5-inch HDDS / SSD in a 3.5-inch installation frame In order to use 2.5-inch HDD / SSD, you can install a 2.5-inch HDD / SSD in the 3.5-inch installation frame.
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 28: Installing the 2.5-inch HDD in the 3.5-inch frame (A) Figure 29: Installing the 2.5-inch HDD in the 3.5-inch frame (B) Ê Fasten the 2.5-inch HDD with four screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.5.2 Removing a 2.5-inch HDD / SSD out of a 3.5-inch installation frame Figure 30: Removing the 2.5-inch HDD from the 3.5-inch frame (A) Ê Remove four screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 31: Removing the 2.5-inch HDD from the 3.5-inch frame (B) Ê Turn the installation frame round while holding the 2.5-inch HDD in place. Ê Lift the 2.5-inch HDD out of the 3.5-inch HDD installation frame. Replacing SAS / SATA HDD / SSD backplanes 7.3.1...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives "Disconnecting power cords" on page 54 Ê Ê Remove all HDD / SSD modules from the server as described in section "Removing 3.5-inch HDD modules" on page 118. CAUTION! Ensure that all hard disk drives are uniquely identified so that you can reinsert them into their original bays after replacing the HDD backplane.
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 33: Removing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane (A) Ê Tilt out the 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane 1. Take care that the OOB connector will not be damaged! Figure 34: Removing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane (B) Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.1.3 Installing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane 1 Figure 35: Installing the 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane 1 Ê At a slight angle insert the 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane 1 between the punching and the centering pin. Take care that the OOB connector will not be damaged! Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 36: Installing the 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane 1 Ê Regard the 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane is seated in the recesses (2) and centering pins (1). Figure 37: Reconnecting cables to the 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives – SAS cable (2) – If applicable OOB cable (3) Ê Fasten the 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane 1 with the three screws. For a complete cabling overview, please refer to section "List of used cables"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 39: Removing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane 2 Ê Remove the 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane 2. Take care that the OOB connector will not be damaged! 7.3.1.5 Installing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane 2 Figure 40: Installing the 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane 2 Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Fold back the 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane 2. Take care that the OOB connector will not be damaged! Figure 41: Installing the 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane 2 Ê Reconnect all cables to the 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane 2: –...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives "Switching on the server" on page 67 Ê "Enabling BitLocker functionality" on page 92 Ê 7.3.2 Upgrading SAS / SATA HDD backplane 2 7.3.2.1 Preliminary steps "Locating the defective server" on page 51 Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.2.3 Connecting the SAS cables Onboard SAS Figure 42: Connecting the 3.5-inch HDD backplane 2 to the system board Ê Connect the SAS cable of 3.5-inch HDD backplane to the system board. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives RAID controller Figure 43: Connecting the 3.5-inch HDD backplane 2 to the RAID controller Ê Connect the SAS cable of 3.5-inch HDD backplane to the RAID controller. 7.3.2.4 Concluding steps "Installing the fan box" on page 156 Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.3.2 Removing the SAS expander board Figure 44: Disconnecting SAS cables Ê Disconnect the two SAS cables from the SAS expander board (1, 2). Figure 45: Removing the expander holder (A) Ê Remove the screw from the expander holder (see circle). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 46: Removing the expander holder (B) Ê Get the connector card out of the three connectors of the HDD backplane (see circles) and remove it. Lift up the expander holder and take care of the stand-off in the chassis.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 48: Removing the 12x 3.5-inch HDD backplane Ê Remove the four screws (see circles). Ê Take out the HDD backplane at a slight angle (45°). 7.3.3.4 Installing the new 12x 3.5-inch HDD backplane Figure 49: Installing the 12x 3.5-inch HDD backplane (A) Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 50: Installing the 12x 3.5-inch HDD backplane (B) Ê Fasten the HDD backplane with 4 screws (see circles). Figure 51: Connecting power cables to the HDD backplane Ê Connect the two power cables to the HDD backplane: –...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.3.5 Installing the SAS expander board Figure 52: Installing the assembled expander holder (A) Ê Insert the connector card into the three connectors of the HDD backplane (see circles). Lift up the expander holder and take care of the stand-off in the chassis.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 54: Connecting SAS cables to the expander board Figure 55: Connecting SAS cables to the system board Ê Connect the two SAS cables to the SAS expander board: – (1) from SAS controller connector MLC1 to SAS expander board –...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives "Enabling BitLocker functionality" on page 92 Ê 7.3.4 Replacing the SAS expander board Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (FRU) Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 7.3.4.1 Preliminary steps "Locating the defective server" on page 51 Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.4.3 Removing the defective SAS expander board Figure 56: Removing the pre-mounted expander board (A) Ê Remove the two screws (see circles). Figure 57: Removing the pre-mounted expander board (B) Ê Remove the pre-mounted SAS expander board. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 58: Disconnecting the connector card Ê Disconnect the connector card from the SAS expander board. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.4.4 Installing the new SAS expander board Figure 59: Connecting the connector card Ê Connect the connector card with the SAS expander board. Figure 60: Installing the pre-mounted expander board Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Position the pre-mounted expander board in the two recesses (see circles) of the expander holder (1). Ê Push the pre-mounted expander board on the expander holder (2). Figure 61: Installing the expander board (C) Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.5 Replacing the connector card Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (FRU) Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 7.3.5.1 Preliminary steps "Locating the defective server" on page 51 Ê "Disabling or suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 69 Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Remove the two screws (see circles). Ê Disconnect the connector card from the SAS expander board. 7.3.5.4 Installing the new connector card Figure 63: Removing the connector card Ê Match the two screw holes of the connector card with the holes in the expander holder.
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System fan Safety notes CAUTION! Do not damage or modify internal cables or devices. Doing so may ● cause a device failure, fire, or electric shock. Devices and components inside the server remain hot after ● shutdown. After shutting down the server, wait for hot components to cool down before installing or removing internal options.
System fan Replacing the system fan Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less 8.2.1 Preliminary steps "Locating the defective server" on page 51 Ê "Getting access to the component" on page 55 Ê "Locating the defective component" on page 53 Ê...
System fan 8.2.3 Installing a system fan Figure 65: Installing a system fan module Ê Insert the system fan as shown. Ê Press down on the system fan until it locks. 8.2.4 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê When a system fan module fails, the remaining fans will start operating at full speed.
System fan Removing the fan box Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: screw driver, hexagonal cross SW5 8.3.1 Preliminary steps "Locating the defective server" on page 51 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 53 Ê "Disconnecting power cords" on page 54 Ê...
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System fan Ê Remove the fans 2 and fan 4 as described in section "Removing a system fan" on page 152. Figure 67: Removing the fan box (B) Ê Remove the two screws at the bottom of the fan box (see circles). Ê...
System fan 8.3.3 Installing the fan box Figure 68: Installing the fan box (A) Ê Take the fan box by the green touch points and insert the fan box. CAUTION! Do not pitch the power and OOB cables! Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
System fan Figure 69: Installing the fan box (B) Ê Fasten the fan box with the 2 screws (M3x 6 mm 0.6 Nm) (see circles). Ê Install the two fan modules see section "Installing a system fan" on page 153. 8.3.4 Concluding steps "Reassembling"...
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Expansion cards and backup units Safety notes CAUTION! Do not damage or modify internal cables or devices. Doing so may ● cause a device failure, fire, or electric shock. Devices and components inside the server remain hot after ● shutdown. After shutting down the server, wait for hot components to cool down before installing or removing internal options.
Expansion cards and backup units Basic information The system board is equipped with seven expansion slots: Slot 9 Riser 2 Slot 8 Slot 7 DynLoM Slot 3 Riser 1 Slot 2 Slot 1 Figure 70: PCI slot overview Type Type length Function slot...
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Expansion cards and backup units Type Type length Function slot FH, only available with riser PCIe Gen 3 1 x8 (mech.x8) D3274 not available PCIe Gen 3 2 x8 (mech.x8) only LP PCIe Gen 3 2 x16 (mech.x16) only LP PCIe Gen 3 2 x16 (mech.x16) only LP, riser slot...
Adapter Sequence Product Order within Name Adapter Description Adapter Category Adapter (Softwarepo Customer (Cluster) Vendor Order No. Fujitsu PLAN EM 2 x S26361- Technology 1GB T F5302-E201 Solutions Fujitsu PLAN EM 4 x S26361- Technology 1GB T F5302-E401 Solutions Fujitsu...
The list may be changed due to new controllers. For the latest information on supported expansion cards, refer your server’s hardware configurator available online at the following address: for the EMEA market: http://ts.fujitsu.com/products/standard_servers/index.htm for the Japanese market: http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/system/ 9.1.2 Using riser modules There are two types of riser modules available: –...
Expansion cards and backup units Handling slot brackets Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 9.2.1 Installing a slot bracket 9.2.1.1 Installing a standard slot bracket Figure 72: Installing a standard slot bracket (A) Ê...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 73: Installing a standard slot bracket (B) Ê Secure the slot bracket to the controller with two M3 x 4.5 mm screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.2.1.2 Installing a slot bracket to the Network adapter D2755 Figure 74: Network adapter D2755 - Mounting the slot bracket (A) Ê Place the controller on the mounting tabs on the slot bracket (1). Ê Carefully shift the slot bracket towards the controller until the plug shells engage with the cut-outs in the slot bracket connector panel (2).
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 75: Network adapter D2755 - Mounting the slot bracket (B) Ê Secure the slot bracket to the controller with two M3 x 4.5 mm screws. Figure 76: Network adapter D2755 - Mounting the slot bracket (C) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Expansion cards and backup units Assembled network adapter D2755 9.2.1.3 Installing a slot bracket to the USB 3.0 interface card D3305 CAUTION! The USB 3.0 interface card D3305 comes pre-assembled with a full height slot bracket. When replacing the slot bracket, ensure to use the original M3 x 5 mm screws.
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 78: Mounting the PCI slot bracket (B) Ê Secure the slot bracket to the controller with the two M3 x 5 mm screws contained in the expansion card kit. 9.2.2 Removing a slot bracket Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU)
Expansion cards and backup units Handling SFP+ transceiver modules For Fiber Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) configurations, the ethernet server adapter is equipped with one or two SFP+ (small form-factor pluggable) transceiver modules. 9.3.1 Installing SFP+ transceiver modules Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 80: Unlatching the locking bail Ê Carefully unlatch and fold down the locking bail on the SFP+ transceiver module. Inserting the SFP+ transceiver module Figure 81: Inserting the SFP+ transceiver module Ê Insert and slide the SFP+ transceiver module into the socket connector as far as it will go.
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 82: Latching the locking bail Ê Carefully fold up and latch the locking bail. Figure 83: Installing the protective optical port plug Ê If the SFP+ transceiver module is not immediately connected to an LC connector, attach the protective optical port plug to the transceiver optical bores.
Expansion cards and backup units Installing the secondary SFP+ transceiver module Figure 84: Installing the secondary SFP+ transceiver module Ê If applicable, install the secondary SFP+ transceiver module accordingly. 9.3.2 Removing an SFP+ transceiver module Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less For Fiber Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) configurations, the ethernet server...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 85: Removing the protective optical port plug Ê If present, remove the protective optical port plug from the SFP+ transceiver module. CAUTION! Save the protective port plug for future use. Figure 86: Unlatching the locking bail Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 87: Removing the SFP+ transceiver module Ê Pull the SFP+ transceiver module out of its socket connector. Ê Attach the protective optical port plug to the transceiver optical bores. Place the removed SFP+ transceiver module in an antistatic bag or other protective environment.
Expansion cards and backup units Installing SFP+ transceiver modules Ê Unpack the new SFP+ transceiver module. Ê Verify that the new SFP+ transceiver module is the same type of transceiver you are replacing. Ê Install the new SFP+ transceiver module(s) as described in section "Installing a slot bracket"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.1.2 Removing the slot cover Figure 88: Removing the slot cover Ê Remove the screw (see circle). Ê Remove the slot cover. CAUTION! Keep the slot cover for further use. Always replace slot covers into unused PCI slot openings to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 89: Installing the expansion card Ê Carefully insert the expansion card into the desired PCI slot and press down firmly until it is fully seated in the slot. Ê Fasten the expansion card with the screw (see circle). Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê If applicable, "Updating RAID controller firmware" on page Ê If applicable, "Enabling Option ROM scan" on page "Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 86 Ê "Enabling BitLocker functionality" on page 92 Ê 9.4.2 Removing expansion cards Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 90: Removing an expansion card Ê If applicable, "Removing an SFP+ transceiver module" on page 175. Ê Remove the screw (see circle). Ê Carefully remove the expansion card from its slot. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.2.3 Installing a PCI slot cover CAUTION! Always replace slot covers into unused PCI slot openings to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements. Figure 91: Installing a slot cover Ê Insert a slot cover into the unused PCI slot opening. Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.3 Replacing expansion cards Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Software: 5 minutes Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver Note on network settings recovery When replacing network controllers or the system board, network configuration settings in the operating system will be lost and replaced by default values.
Expansion cards and backup units Ê If the slot bracket on the defective expansion card is to be reused, remove it from the board as described in section "Removing a slot bracket" on page 171. 9.4.3.3 Installing an expansion card Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.1.2 Installing a riser card (HL) Figure 92: Installing a riser card Ê Insert the riser card in the holder. Ê Fasten the riser card with four screws (see circles). 9.5.1.3 Installing an expansion card in a riser module (HL) Figure 93: Installing an expansion card in a riser module Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Fasten the expansion card with the screw (see circle). 9.5.1.4 Removing the slot cover (riser module 1) Figure 94: Removing the slot cover Ê Remove the screw (see circle). Ê Remove the slot cover. CAUTION! Keep the slot cover for further use.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.1.5 Removing the rear cover (riser module 1) Figure 95: Removing the rear cover Ê Remove three screws (see circles). Ê Remove the rear cover. CAUTION! Keep the rear cover for further use. Always replace rear covers into unused installation locations to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.1.6 Installing the riser module 1 (HL) Figure 96: Positions of the recesses Ê Take note of the two recesses (see circles). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 97: Installing the riser module 1 (A) Ê Insert the riser module. Make sure that the riser module engages properly in the recesses (see picture before). Make sure that the bracket of the riser card holder is positioned outside the chassis (see closeup).
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 98: Installing the riser module 1 (B) Ê Fasten the riser module with five screws (see circles). Ê If applicable, install SFP+ transceiver modules into the new expansion card, as described in section "Installing SFP+ transceiver modules" on page 172.
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 99: Removing the riser module 1 Ê Remove five screws (see circles). Ê Carefully take out the riser module. 9.5.2.3 Removing an expansion card (HL) Figure 100: Removing an expansion card from a riser module Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Carefully remove the expansion card from its slot. 9.5.2.4 Installing the rear cover (riser module 1) Figure 101: Installing the rear cover Ê Insert the rear cover. Ê Fasten the rear cover with three screws (see circles). 9.5.2.5 Installing the slot cover (riser module 1) Figure 102: Installing the slot cover...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.2.6 Insert the riser module 1 (HL) Optionally you can install the riser module. In this case proceed as follows: Ê Install the riser module as described in section "Installing the riser module 1 (HL)" on page 190.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.3.3 Installing an expansion card in a riser module Ê Install the expansion card as described in section "Installing an expansion card in a riser module (HL)" on page 187. 9.5.3.4 Installing the dummy cover to riser module 2 (HL) Figure 103: Installing the dummy cover to riser module 2 Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.3.5 Removing the rear cover (riser module 2) Figure 104: Removing the rear cover Ê Remove three screw (see circles). Ê Remove the rear cover. CAUTION! Keep the rear cover for further use. Always replace rear covers into unused installation locations to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.3.6 Removing the slot cover (riser module 2) Figure 105: Removing the slot cover Ê Remove the screw (see circle). Ê Remove the slot cover. CAUTION! Keep the slot cover for further use. Always replace slot covers into unused PCI slot openings to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.3.7 Installing the riser module 2 (HL) Figure 106: Positions of the recesses Ê Take note of the two recesses (see circles). Figure 107: Installing the riser module 2 (A) Ê Insert the riser module. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Expansion cards and backup units Make sure that the riser module engages properly in the recesses (see picture before). Ê Carefully push down the riser module. Figure 108: Installing the riser module 2 (B) Ê Fasten the riser module with five screws (see circles). Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê If applicable, "Updating RAID controller firmware" on page Ê If applicable, "Enabling Option ROM scan" on page "Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 86 Ê "Enabling BitLocker functionality" on page 92 Ê 9.5.4 Removing riser module 2 (HL) Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes...
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 109: Removing the riser module 2 (B) Ê Remove five screws (see circles and closeup). Ê Carefully take out the riser module. 9.5.4.3 Removing an expansion card (HL) Ê Remove the expansion card as described in section "Removing an expansion card (HL)"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.4.4 Installing the slot cover (riser module 2) Figure 110: Installing the slot cover Ê Insert the slot cover. Ê Fasten the slot cover with the screw. CAUTION! Keep the slot cover for further use. Always replace slot covers into unused PCI slot openings to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.4.5 Installing the rear cover (riser module 2) Figure 111: Installing the rear cover Ê Insert the rear cover. Ê Fasten the rear cover with three screws (see circles and closeup). 9.5.4.6 Insert the riser module 2 (HL) Optionally you can install the riser module.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.5 Replacing expansion cards in riser modules Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Software: 5 minutes Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver Note on network settings recovery When replacing network controllers or the system board, network configuration settings in the operating system will be lost and replaced by default values.
Expansion cards and backup units Ê If applicable, remove the riser module 2 as described in section "Removing the riser module 2 (HL)" on page 202. Ê Remove the expansion card as described in section "Removing an expansion card (HL)" on page 194.
Expansion cards and backup units "Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 86 Ê "Enabling BitLocker functionality" on page 92 Ê 9.5.6 Replacing a riser card Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Software: 5 minutes Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 9.5.6.1 Preliminary steps "Disabling or suspending BitLocker functionality"...
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 112: Removing a riser card Ê Remove four screws (see circles). Ê Take the riser card out of the riser card holder. 9.5.6.3 Installing the new riser card Ê Install the new riser card as described in section "Installing a riser card (HL)"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.6.5 Connecting a battery backup unit to the expansion card Ê If applicable, connect a FBU to the expansion card as described in section "Installing a FBU" on page 237. 9.5.6.6 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.1.2 Removing the slot cover from the riser card holder Figure 113: Removing the slot cover from the riser card holder Ê Remove the screw (see circle). Ê Remove the slot cover. CAUTION! Take care that the EMC spring remains in its place. CAUTION! Keep the slot cover for further use.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.1.3 Installing a riser card (FL) Figure 114: Installing a riser card Ê Insert the riser card in the holder. Ê Fasten the riser card with four screws (see circles). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.1.4 Installing a GPGPU card in a riser module (FL) Figure 115: Installing a GPGPU card in a riser module Ê Carefully insert the GPGPU card into the desired PCI slot and press down firmly until it is fully seated in the slot. Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.1.7 Removing the rear cover (riser module 1) Ê Remove the rear cover as described in section "Removing the rear cover (riser module 1)" on page 189. 9.6.1.8 Installing the riser module 1 (FL) Figure 116: Positions of the recesses Ê...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 117: Installing the riser module 1 Ê Insert the riser module. Make sure that the riser module engages properly in the recesses (see picture before). Make sure that the bracket of the riser card holder is positioned outside the chassis (see closeup).
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 118: Connecting the power cable Ê Connect the power cable to the connector on the GPGPU and the connector PWR 12V 4 on the system board as shown. Ê Route the power cable close to the GPGPU. 9.6.1.9 Installing the FBU Figure 119: Installing the FBU in the holder...
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Expansion cards and backup units Ê Push in the FBU until it locks in place. Ê Ensure that the FBU is properly seated in the holder as shown. Figure 120: Position of the shoulder screw caps Figure 121: Installing the FBU with the holder Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Ensure that the locking handle on the holder properly snaps in place (see circle). 9.6.1.10 Installing the system air duct riser module 1 Figure 122: Preparing the system air duct for riser module 1 Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 124: FBU cable routing Ê Route the cable as shown. 9.6.1.11 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê Ê If applicable, connect all external cables to the expansion card. "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.2.2 Removing the FBU with the holder Figure 125: Removing the FBU with the holder Ê Carefully disconnect the FBU cable from the RAID controller. Ê Lift up the green locking handle on the FBU holder while sliding the FBU holder in the direction of the arrow as far as it will go.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.2.3 Removing the riser module 1 (FL) Figure 126: Removing the riser module 1 Ê Remove five screws (see circles). Ê Carefully take out the riser module. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.2.4 Removing a GPGPU card (FL) Figure 127: Removing a GPGPU card from a riser module Ê Remove two screws (see circles). Ê Carefully remove the GPGPU card from its slot. 9.6.2.5 Installing the rear cover (riser module 1riser module 1) Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Install the riser module as described in section "Installing the riser module 1 (FL)" on page 214. 9.6.2.8 Installing the system air duct If no GPGPU card is installed you have to order a new air duct to direct the airflow directly onto the CPU heat sinks and memory slots.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.3.2 Removing the slot cover from the riser card holder Ê Remove the slot cover from the riser card holder as described in section "Removing the slot cover from the riser card holder" on page 211.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.3.6 Replacing the heat sink (FL) Ê Replace the standard processor heat sink with the processor heat sink for GPGPU as described in section "Replacing processor heat sinks" on page 312. 9.6.3.7 Removing the rear cover (riser module 2) Ê...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 130: Installing the riser module 2 Ê Insert the riser module. Make sure that the riser module engages properly in the recesses (see picture before). Ê Carefully push down the riser module. Ê Fasten the riser module with five screws (see circles). Figure 131: Connecting the power cable Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.3.10 Installing the system air duct riser module 2 Figure 132: Preparing the system air duct for riser module 2 Ê Break out the blind cover on the left side from the system air duct (see arrow).
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.3.11 Installing the FBU (riser module 2) Figure 134: Installing the second FBU with the holder Ê Install the second FBU as described in section "Installing the FBU" on page 216. Ê Connect the FBU cable to the RAID controller. Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.4.3 Removing the riser module 2 (FL) Figure 135: Removing the riser module 2 Ê Remove five screws (see circles). Ê Carefully take out the riser module. 9.6.4.4 Removing a GPGPU card (FL) Ê Remove the GPGPU card as described in section "Removing a GPGPU card (FL)"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.4.7 Insert the riser module 2 (FL) Optionally you can install the riser module. In this case proceed as follows: Ê Install the riser module as described in section "Installing the riser module 2 (FL)" on page 226.
Expansion cards and backup units "Disconnecting power cords" on page 54 Ê Ê Remove all external cables from the GPGPU card to be replaced. "Getting access to the component" on page 55 Ê Ê If applicable, disconnect internal cables from the GPGPU card. Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê If applicable, connect a FBU to the GPGPU card (riser module 1) as described in section "Installing the FBU (riser module 2)" on page 229. 9.6.5.6 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê Ê Reconnect all external cables to the replaced GPGPU card. "Connecting the server to the power source"...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Locate the defective riser card using the onboard Local Diagnostic LEDs as described in section "Onboard indicators and controls" on page 425. 9.6.6.2 Removing the defective GPGPU card Ê If applicable, remove the riser module 1 as described in section "Removing the riser module 1 (FL)"...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê If applicable, install the riser module 2 as described in section "Installing the riser module 2 (FL)" on page 226. 9.6.6.4 Connecting cables to the expansion card Ê If applicable, connect internal cables to the expansion card. For a complete cabling overview, please refer to section "List of used cables"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.7.2.2 Installing TFM to the RAID controller (if applicable) To connect an FBU to the controller you need a TFM. Figure 138: Preparing the TFM (A) Ê Insert the screws into the bolts. Leave the distance of the thickness of the TPM between screw head and bolt.
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 141: Mounting the TFM kit (A) Ê Fit the spacer bolts on the TFM on SAS RAID controller. Figure 142: Mounting the TFM kit (A) Ê Fasten the TFM on the controller with the two screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.7.2.3 Preparing the FBU Figure 143: Installing the FBU in the FBU holder Ê At a slight angle, fit the FBU under both retaining brackets of the FBU holder as shown. Ê Push in the FBU until it locks in place. Ê...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 145: Connecting the FBU adapter cable to the FBU Ê Connect the FBU adapter cable to the connector on TFM as shown. Ê Install the RAID controller see section "Installing expansion cards" on page 178.
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 147: Installing the FBU (B) Ê Insert the FBU holder into the air duct so that the three hooks on the air duct rest in the wide ends of the keyhole slots on the FBU holder (1). Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.7.3 Removing a FBU Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less CAUTION! Do not throw backup units into the trash can. Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations concerning special waste. For further safety information, please refer to section "Environmental protection"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.7.3.2 Removing the FBU holder from the air duct Figure 148: Removing the FBU holder from the air duct Ê Lift up the green locking handle on the FBU holder (1) while sliding the FBU holder to the left as far as it will go (2).
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 149: Disconnecting the FBU Ê Press down on the locking latch on the FBU cable and disconnect the FBU adapter cable. 9.7.3.3 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.7.4 Replacing a FBU Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less CAUTION! Do not throw battery backup units into the trash can. Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations concerning special waste.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.7.4.2 Removing a FBU from the air duct "Removing the FBU holder from the air duct" on page 245 Ê 9.7.4.3 Disconnecting the FBU cable from the FBU Figure 150: Disconnecting the FBU Ê Press down on the locking latch on the FBU cable and disconnect the FBU adapter cable.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.7.4.4 Removing the FBU from the holder Figure 151: Removing the FBU from the holder Ê Pull the FBU at a slight angle out of the holder. 9.7.4.5 Installing a new FBU "Connecting the FBU to the RAID controller" on page 241 Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units DynamicLoM module 9.8.1 Basic information DynamicLoM Part number Bolt Part number Fixation module length DynamicLoM metal bracket with screw M3x3.5 1Gb x2port S26361-D3245- 5 mm C26192-Y1- C26361-B121- A100 1Gb x4port S26361-D3255- 5 mm C26192-Y1- C26361-B121- A100 10Gb x2port S26361-D3265-...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.8.1.1 PLAN EM 2x 1GB T Figure 152: DynamicLoM module D3245 P0:xxxx xxxx xxx0 P1:xxxx xxxx xxx1 Figure 153: MAC label for D3245 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.8.1.2 PLAN EM 4x 1GB T Figure 154: DynamicLoM module D3255 P0:xxxx xxxx xxx2(6,A,E) P1:xxxx xxxx xxx3(7,B,F) P0:xxxx xxxx xxx0(4,8,C) P1:xxxx xxxx xxx1(5,9,D) Figure 155: MAC labels for D3255 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.8.1.4 PLAN EM 2x 10 GB T Figure 158: DynamicLoM module D3275 P0:xxxx xxxx xxx0 - 7 P1:xxxx xxxx xxx8 - F Figure 159: MAC label D3275 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 161: Removing the screws Ê Remove the three screws. 9.8.2.3 Installing the DynamicLoM module Figure 162: Inserting the bolts Ê Fasten the bolts. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 163: Inserting the DynamicLoM module Ê Install the DynamicLoM module with the bottom side above. For DynamicLoM D3275: Remove the protective foil. Ê Fasten it with the three screws on the bolts (M3x 4.5 mm). 9.8.2.4 Concluding steps "Reassembling"...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Press the [Ctrl] + [P] keys during POST phase. Ê Select Controller #1 Configuration and press the [Enter] key. Controller Model: OCI14000-LOM Firmware Version: 10.2.265.3 IPL Version: LS2FFTE0 Multichannel: DISABLED Personality: NIC SRIOV: DISABLED RoCE Profile : RoCE-1 Ê...
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Expansion cards and backup units – Press the [F2] key during POST phase. – Select Advanced Menu. – Select Onboard Devices Configuration Onboard CNA Enabled Onboard CNA Oprom Enabled – In the Save & Exit menu select the required parameter and press the [Enter] key Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.8.3 Removing the DynamicLoM module Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tool: – Phillips PH0 / (+) No. 0 screw driver – hexagon screw driver 5 mm 9.8.3.1 Preliminary steps "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 70 Ê...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 165: Removing the bolts Ê Remove the bolts. Figure 166: Inserting the screws Ê Insert in place of the bolts three screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.8.3.3 Installing the slot cover Figure 167: Installing the slot cover Ê Insert the slot cover. Remark the marking! 9.8.3.4 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units "Shutting down the server" on page 53 Ê "Disconnecting power cords" on page 54 Ê "Getting access to the component" on page 55 Ê 9.8.4.2 Removing the DynamicLoM module "Removing the DynamicLoM module" on page 260 Ê...
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Expansion cards and backup units RoCE Profile : RoCE-1 Ê Press the[F6] key to continue Port Selection Menue Ê Select Controller #1 - Port #1: Bus xx Dev 00 and press the [Enter] key. 1. NIC Configuration 2. Boot Configuration 3.
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Reconfigure your network settings in the operation system according to the original configuration of the replaced controller (expansion card or onboard). Ê Configuration of network settings should be performed by the customer. External COM1 connector 9.9.1 Installing the external COM1 connector Upgrade and Repair Unit...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.9.1.2 Breaking off the COM1 connector Figure 168: Removing the metal cover Ê Twist and break off the metal cover. Use a flat screw driver to break off the metal cover. 9.9.1.3 Installing the COM1 connector Figure 169: Removing the bolts from the COM1 connector Ê...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 170: Installing the COM1 connector (A) Ê Insert the external connector into the slot cover (1). Ê Connect the connector to the system board (2) Figure 171: Installing the COM1 connector (B) Ê Fasten the external serial connector with two bolts. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.9.1.4 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê "Switching on the server" on page 67 Ê "Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 86 Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.9.2.2 Removing the COM1 connector Figure 172: Removing the COM1 connector (A) Ê Remove the two bolts. Figure 173: Removing the COM1 connector (B) Ê Remove the external connector from the slot cover (1). Ê Remove the cable from the system board (2) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.9.2.3 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê "Switching on the server" on page 67 Ê "Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 86 Ê...
Main memory Safety notes CAUTION! Do not install unsupported third party memory modules. For further ● information on supported memory modules, refer to section "Basic information" on page 272. Memory modules remain hot after shutdown. Wait for components to ● cool down before installing or removing memory modules to prevent burns.
Main memory 10.1.1.3 Mirrored and performance modes CPU 1 CPU2 channel DIMM 1 CPU populated 2 CPUs populated Notes on Mirrored Channel and Performance modes – Always populate memory modules in triples. – Same numbers mean identical modules (capacity, rank). 10.1.1.4 Rank Sparing mode Single-/Dual-Rank RDIMMs Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
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Main memory Channel 1A 2A 1B 2B 1D 2D 1C 2C 1E 2E 1F 2F 1H 2H 1G 2G DIMM # DIMMs Dual CPU configuration (if all modules are of the same capacity) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Main memory 1A 2A 1B 2B 1D 2D 1C 2C 1E 2E 1F 2F 1H 2H 1G 2G DIMM DIMM Dual CPU configuration Dual CPU configuration (if modules are of different capacities) (if modules are of different capacities) For detailed population rules, refer to section "Notes on Rank Sparing mode"...
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Main memory Quad-Rank RDIMMs Channel DIMM 1A 2A 1B 2B 1D 2D 1C 2C 1E 2E 1F 2F 1H 2H 1G 2G # DIMMs Dual CPU configuration (if all modules are of the same capacity) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Main memory 1A 2A 1B 2B 1D 2D 1C 2C 1E 2E 1F 2F 1H 2H 1G 2G DIMM DIMM Dual CPU configuration Dual CPU configuration (if modules are of different capacities) (if modules are of different capacities) Notes on Rank Sparing mode –...
Main memory – In order to satisfy cooling requirements, populate memory channels on alternating sides of the processor: Order CPU 1 CPU 2 Channel A Channel E Channel C Channel G Channel B Channel F Channel D Channel H 10.2 Installing memory modules Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes...
Main memory Figure 175: Installing memory modules (A) Ê Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory slot. Figure 176: Installing memory modules (B) Ê Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the slot. Ê...
Main memory 10.3 Removing memory modules Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less 10.3.1 Preliminary steps "Disabling or suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 69 Ê "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 70 Ê "Locating the defective server" on page 51 Ê...
Main memory Figure 178: Removing memory modules (B) Ê Remove the ejected memory module. 10.3.3 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê "Updating or recovering the system board BIOS and iRMC" on page 77 Ê...
Main memory "Shutting down the server" on page Ê "Disconnecting power cords" on page 54 Ê "Getting access to the component" on page 55 Ê 10.4.2 Removing the defective memory module Ê Remove the defective memory module as described in section "Removing a memory module"...
Processors Safety notes CAUTION! Do not install unsupported processors. For further information on ● supported processors, refer to section "Basic information" on page 286. Circuit boards and soldered parts of internal options are exposed and ● can be damaged by static electricity. Always discharge static build-up (e.g.
Processors 11.1 Basic information The system board D3289 offers two sockets for Intel Xeon processors. 11.1.1 Supported processors – Intel Xeon E5-2600V3 processor series CPUs – Socket type: LGA 2011 package – Thermal Design Power (TDP) class: up to 145 W 11.1.2 Processor locations CPU 2 CPU 1...
Processors 11.2 Installing processors Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 15 minutes (URU) Software: 5 minutes Tool: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver CAUTION! Processors are extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge and must be handled with care. After a processor has been removed from its protective sleeve or from its socket, place it upside down on a nonconducting, antistatic surface.
Processors 11.2.2.1 Opening the load plate Figure 180: Opening socket release lever 1 Ê Unlatch the socket release lever 1 by pushing it down and inward (1). Ê Fully fold back the socket release lever (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Processors Figure 181: Opening socket release lever 2 Ê Unlatch the socket release lever 2 by pushing it down and inward (1). Regard the marking on the load plate that should correspond with the marking on the processor (see circle). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Processors Figure 182: Opening the load plate (A) Ê Push down on the first socket release lever 1 to lift the load plate away from the socket (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Processors Figure 183: Opening the load plate (B) Ê Fully open the load plate. CAUTION! Be careful not to touch or bend the spring contacts on the processor socket! Ê Make sure that the load plate is in the fully open position. Ê...
Processors 11.2.2.2 Installing the new processor Figure 184: Opening the load plate (C) Ê Unlatch the socket release lever 1 by pushing it down an inward (1). Ê Fold back the socket release lever 1 (2). Ê Remove the socket cover and save it for future use (3). CAUTION! Always replace the socket cover if you remove the processor from the socket!
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Processors Figure 185: Installing the processor Ê Hold the processor with your thumb and index finger. Regard the marking on the processor (see circle)! Ê Lower the processor straight down without tilting or sliding it in the socket. CAUTION! – Ensure that the processor is level in the socket. –...
Processors 11.2.2.3 Closing the load plate Figure 186: Closing the load plate (A) Ê Fully fold back the socket release lever 2 (1). Ê Carefully lower the load plate over the processor(2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Processors Figure 187: Closing the load plate (B) Ê Fully close and hold shut the load plate. Ê Fold down the socket release lever 2. Regard that the socket release lever 2 close the load plate correctly. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Processors Figure 188: Closing socket release lever 1 Ê Close the socket release lever 2 (1) and latch it under the load plate retention tab (2) to lock down the load plate. Ê Fold down the socket release lever 1 (3). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Processors Figure 189: Closing socket release lever 1 Ê Close the socket release lever 1 (1) and latch it under the load plate retention tab (2). Ê If applicable, install the second processor accordingly. 11.2.3 Concluding steps "Installing processor heat sinks" on page 307 Ê...
Processors 11.3.2.1 Opening the load plate Figure 190: Opening socket release lever 1 Ê Unlatch the socket release lever 1 (1)by pushing it down and inward (2). Ê The socket release lever will slightly lift up. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Processors Figure 191: Opening socket release lever 2 Ê Unlatch the socket release lever 2 (1) by pushing it down and inward (2). Ê Push down on the first socket release lever 1 to lift the load plate away from the socket.
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Processors Figure 192: Opening the load plate (A) Ê Fully open the load plate. Ê Carefully remove the defective processor from its socket in a vertical motion. CAUTION! Be careful not to touch or bend the spring contacts on the processor socket.
Processors Ê Store the processor in a save place for later reuse. CAUTION! Processors are extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge and must be handled with care. After a processor has been removed from its protective sleeve or from its socket, place it upside down on a nonconducting, antistatic surface.
Processors 11.3.2.3 Installing the protective cover Figure 194: Attaching the protective socket cover (A) Ê Fully close and hold shut the load plate. Ê Close the socket release lever 2 (1) and latch it under the load plate retention tab to lock down the load plate (2). Regard that the socket release lever 2 close the load plate correctly.
Processors 11.3.2.4 Closing the load plate Figure 195: Closing socket release lever 1 Ê Close the socket release lever 1 (1) and latch it under the load plate retention tab (2). 11.3.3 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê...
Processors 11.4 Upgrading or replacing processors Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 15 minutes (FRU) Software: 5 minutes Tool: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver CAUTION! Processors are extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge and must be handled with care. After a processor has been removed from its protective sleeve or from its socket, place it upside down on a nonconducting, antistatic surface.
Processors – Remove the desired processor as described in section "Removing a processor" on page 298. – Install the new processor as described in section "Installing the processor" on page 287. 11.4.3 Concluding steps "Installing processor heat sinks" on page 307 Ê...
Processors 11.5 Handling processor heat sinks Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 15 minutes (FRU) if thermal paste is involved Upgrade and Repair Unit (URU) Tool: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 11.5.1 Preliminary steps "Shutting down the server" on page 53 Ê...
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Processors Figure 197: Standard processor heat sink V26898-B1001-V2 Figure 198: Processor heat sink for GPGPU V26898-B1001-V10 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Processors 11.5.2.1 Preparing the heat sink and processor When installing a new heat sink Figure 199: Removing the protective heat sink cover Ê Remove the protective cover from the heat sink. CAUTION! Ensure not to touch the heat-conductive paste on the bottom of the heat sink.
Processors 11.5.2.2 Installing the heat sink Figure 200: Installing the heat sink Ê Carefully seat the heat sink on the four threaded holes as shown (see close- up). CAUTION! – Ensure that the screws on the heat sink are properly seated on the threaded holes.
Processors 11.5.3 Removing processor heat sinks Figure 201: Removing the processor heat sink (A) Ê Loosen the four captive screws on the heat sink in a crossover pattern (1-4). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Processors Figure 202: Removing the processor heat sink (B) Ê Carefully turn the heat sink back and forth to detach it from the processor (1). This may be necessary due to the adhesive quality of the thermal paste located between the heat sink and processor. CAUTION! Pay special attention not to damage any system board components surrounding the processor socket.
Processors 11.5.4.2 Applying thermal paste Ê Apply thermal paste to the processor surface as described in section "Applying thermal paste" on page 314. If the processor upgrade or replacement kit contains a new CPU heat sink, a thin layer of thermal compound has already been pre-applied to its lower surface.
Processors 11.6 Applying thermal paste Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (FRU) Tool: tool-less – For the Japanese market, the service engineer must follow the instruction provided separately. – If the processor upgrade or replacement kit contains a new CPU heat sink, a thin layer of thermal compound has already been pre-applied to its lower surface.
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Processors Figure 204: Applying thermal paste Ê Apply a dot of thermal paste to the center of the processor surface as shown. Two graduation marks on the syringe equal the correct amount of thermal paste for one processor. CAUTION! Do not mix different types of thermal paste. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Accessible drives Safety notes CAUTION! Before installing an accessible drive, acquaint yourself with the ● drive's user documentation. When inserting an accessible drive into the server, ensure not to ● pinch or strain any connected cables. When installing an accessible drive, hold it by its sides. Applying force ●...
Accessible drives 12.1 Basic informations Mounting order for accessible drives in the front panel cage PRIMERGY RX2540 M1 server offers one 5.25-inch accessible drive bays for optical disk drives Figure 205: Accessible drives in front panel module 12.2 Optical disk drive (ODD) for 3.5-inch version 12.2.1 Installing the optical disk drive (ODD)
Accessible drives "Removing the fan box" on page 154 Ê "Removing the front panel module" on page 333 Ê 12.2.1.2 Removing the ODD dummy cover Figure 206: Removing the ODD dummy module Ê Unlock the ODD dummy cover. Ê Remove the ODD dummy cover. CAUTION! Save the ODD dummy cover for future use.
Accessible drives 12.2.1.3 Installing an ODD Figure 207: Installing the ODD Ê Remove the two screws. Ê Remove the cover plate of the front panel module. Ê Turn the cover plate of the front panel module upside down. Figure 208: Noses in the cover plate of the front panel module Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Accessible drives Figure 209: Installing the ODD in the front panel module Ê Insert the ODD. Ê Turn the cover plate of the front panel module back. Figure 210: Installing the ODD Ê Install the cover plate of the front panel module. Ê...
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Accessible drives Figure 211: Installing the ODD Ê Connect the power cable to the ODD (1). Ê Connect the SATA cable to the ODD (2). Figure 212: Installing the front panel module (A) Ê Run the SATA and power cables through the ODD bay opening as shown (1).
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Accessible drives Ê Insert the front panel module (2). Figure 213: Installing the front panel module (B) Ê Route the cables through the openings as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Accessible drives Figure 214: Installing the cable clamp Ê Fasten a cable clamp as shown. 12.2.1.4 Concluding steps "Installing the front panel module" on page 336 Ê "Installing the fan box" on page 156 Ê "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source"...
Accessible drives 12.2.2 Removing the optical disc drive (ODD) Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: hexagon SW5 12.2.2.1 Preliminary steps Ê Ask the system administrator to eject all remaining backup or optical media from the backup or optical disk drive before removing it from the server. "Disabling or suspending BitLocker functionality"...
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Accessible drives 12.2.2.2 Removing the ODD Figure 215: Removing the ODD (A) Ê Disconnect the SATA cable (2) and the power cable (1). Figure 216: Removing the cover plate Ê Remove the two screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Accessible drives Ê Remove the cover plate of the front panel module. Ê Turn the cover plate of the front panel module upside down. Figure 217: Removing the ODD latch Ê Remove ODD. Figure 218: Installing the dummy cover Ê Insert the ODD dummy module Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Accessible drives Figure 219: Installing the cover plate Ê Install the cover plate of the front panel module. Ê Fasten the two screws. 12.2.2.3 Concluding steps "Installing the fan box" on page 156 Ê "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê...
Accessible drives 12.2.3.1 Preliminary steps Ê Ask the system administrator to eject all remaining backup or optical media from the backup or optical disk drive before removing it from the server. "Disabling or suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 69 Ê "Shutting down the server"...
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Front panel and external front connectors Safety notes CAUTION! When inserting the front panel module into the server, ensure not to ● pinch or strain any connected cables. Circuit boards and soldered parts of internal options are exposed and ● can be damaged by static electricity.
Front panel and external front connectors To avoid the loss of non-default settings when replacing the system board, a backup copy of important system configuration data is automatically stored from the system board NVRAM to the Chassis ID EPROM. After replacing the system board the backup data is restored from the Chassis ID board to the new system board.
Front panel and external front connectors 13.1.1.2 Removing the front panel module Figure 220: Disconnecting the front panel cable Ê Disconnect the front panel cable from the system board (1). Ê If applicable, disconnect the front VGA cable from the system board (2). Ê...
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Front panel and external front connectors Figure 221: Installing the cable tie Ê Remove the cable tie Ê Push the locking latches upward (see 4 in picture before) to disengage the locking mechanism. Ê Carefully push the front panel module out of its bay (see 5 in picture before). CAUTION! Ensure that none of the cables are strained or damaged.
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Front panel and external front connectors Figure 222: Removed front panel module Front panel cable USB3.0 cable Front VGA card with cable Power ODD cable Data ODD cable Ê Remove the cable from the desired item. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Front panel and external front connectors Figure 223: Cabel ties Ê Open the cable tie from the desired item. 13.1.1.3 Installing the front panel module Figure 224: Cabel ties Ê Fasten the front panel cable and VGA cable (if applicable) each with a cable tie.
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Front panel and external front connectors Figure 225: Installing the front panel module Ê Connect the front panel cable (1). Ê If applicable, connect the USB3.0 cable (2). Ê If applicable, connect the Front VGA cable (3). Ê If applicable, connect the data and the power cable (4 and 5). Ê...
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Front panel and external front connectors Figure 226: Installing the front panel module (B) Ê Route the cables through the openings as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Front panel and external front connectors Figure 227: Installing the cable tie Ê Fasten a cable tie as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Front panel and external front connectors Figure 228: Connecting the front panel cable Ê Connect the front panel cable to the system board (1). Ê If applicable, connect the front VGA cable from the system board (2). Ê If applicable, connect the front USB3.0 cable from the system board (3). Ê...
Front panel and external front connectors Ê Store your server’s system information on the Chassis ID EPROM integrated into the front panel board. For further information on how to obtain and use the ChassisId_Prom Tool, refer to section "Using the Chassis ID Prom Tool"...
Front panel and external front connectors 13.2.1.1 Preliminary steps "Disabling or suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 69 Ê "Locating the defective server" on page 51 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 53 Ê "Disconnecting power cords" on page 54 Ê...
Front panel and external front connectors 13.2.1.4 Installing the front panel card Figure 230: Removing the front panel card Ê Insert the front panel card. 13.2.1.5 Concluding steps "Installing the fan box" on page 156 Ê "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê...
Front panel and external front connectors 13.3 Front VGA connector 13.3.1 Installing the front VGA connector Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (FRU) Tools: flat screw driver hexagon SW5 13.3.1.1 Preliminary steps "Disabling or suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 69 Ê...
Front panel and external front connectors 13.3.1.3 Preparing the front panel module Figure 231: Removing the front VGA cover plate Ê Insert a flat screw driver to disengage VGA cover plate from the front panel cover (1). Ê Remove the VGA cover plate (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Front panel and external front connectors 13.3.1.4 Installing the front VGA Figure 232: Installing the front VGA card Ê Insert the front VGA card as shown with the longer connector downward. Figure 233: Mounting the front VGA connector Ê Fasten the front VGA card with two screws. 13.3.1.5 Re-installing the front panel module "Removing the front panel card"...
Front panel and external front connectors 13.3.1.6 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures: "Installing the fan box" on page 156 Ê "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê "Switching on the server" on page 67 Ê...
Front panel and external front connectors 13.3.2.3 Removing the front VGA cable Figure 234: Removing the front VGA card Ê Remove the two screws of the front VGA card. Ê Remove the front VGA card. Figure 235: Installing the front VGA cover plate Ê...
Front panel and external front connectors 13.3.2.4 Re-installing the front panel module "Removing the front panel card" on page 342 Ê 13.3.2.5 Concluding steps "Installing the fan box" on page 156 Ê "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê...
Front panel and external front connectors 13.3.3.4 Installing the new front VGA connector Ê Install the new front VGA connector as described in section "Installing the front VGA" on page 346. 13.3.3.5 Re-installing the front panel module "Removing the front panel card" on page 342.
Front panel and external front connectors "Removing the fan box" on page 154 Ê 13.4.1.2 Removing the front panel module "Removing the front panel module" on page 333 Ê 13.4.1.3 Preparing the front panel module Figure 236: Sticking the gaskets Ê...
Front panel and external front connectors 13.4.1.4 Installing the front USB3.0 connector Figure 238: Fasten the front USB3.0 connector Ê Fasten the front USB3.0 connector with two screws. CAUTION! Do not fasten the screw too firmly (screw torque 0.4 Nm)! 13.4.1.5 Re-installing the front panel module "Removing the front panel card"...
Front panel and external front connectors 13.4.2 Removing the front USB3.0 connector Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (FRU) Tools: hexagon SW5 13.4.2.1 Preliminary steps "Disabling or suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 69 Ê "Locating the defective server" on page 51 Ê...
Front panel and external front connectors 13.4.2.3 Removing the front USB3.0 connector Figure 239: Fastening the front USB3.0 connector Ê Fasten the front USB3.0 connector with two screws. CAUTION! Do not fasten the screw too firmly (screw torque 0.4 Nm)! 13.4.2.4 Re-installing the front panel module "Removing the front panel card"...
Front panel and external front connectors 13.4.3 Replacing the front USB3.0 connector Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 15 minutes (FRU) Tools: hexagonal SW5 13.4.3.1 Preliminary steps "Disabling or suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 69 Ê "Locating the defective server" on page 51 Ê...
Front panel and external front connectors "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê "Switching on the server" on page 67 Ê "Enabling BitLocker functionality" on page 92 Ê 13.5 Front panel module on rack mounting bracket 13.5.1 Replacing the front panel module on RMB Field Replaceable Unit...
Front panel and external front connectors 13.5.1.1 Removing the front panel module from RMB Figure 240: Disconnecting the front panel cable Ê Disconnect the front panel cable from the system board. Figure 241: Removing the screws Ê Remove the two screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Front panel and external front connectors Figure 242: Removing the front panel module Carefully pull out the cable. Ê 13.5.1.2 Installing the front panel module on RMB Figure 243: Connecting the front panel cable to the front panel module Ê Thread in the cable as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Front panel and external front connectors Figure 244: Installing the front panel to the RMB Ê Insert the front panel on the RMB. Figure 245: Inserting the screws Ê Fasten the front panel with two screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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Front panel and external front connectors Figure 246: Connecting the front panel cable Ê Insert the cable into the connector on the system board (1). Ê Close the connector (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Front panel and external front connectors Figure 247: Connecting front panel cable Ê Run the front panel cable through the cable clamp as shown. 13.5.1.3 Concluding steps "Installing the fan box" on page 156 Ê "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source"...
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System board and components Safety notes CAUTION! Devices and components inside the server remain hot after ● shutdown. After shutting down the server, wait for hot components to cool down before installing or removing internal options. Circuit boards and soldered parts of internal options are exposed and ●...
System board and components 14.2 Replacing the CMOS battery Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less; recommended: tooth pick Safety notes CAUTION! The CMOS battery must be replaced with an identical battery or with ● a battery type recommended by the manufacturer. Keep lithium batteries away from children.
System board and components 14.2.2 Removing the battery Figure 248: Replacing the CMOS battery Ê Press out on the locking spring to eject the depleted CMOS battery (1). Ê If the CMOS battery cannot be ejected this way, use a toothpick (recommended) or similar tool as a lever: Insert the toothpick between the battery and locking spring as shown (2).
System board and components 14.2.3 Installing the CMOS battery Figure 249: Installing the CMOS battery Ê At a slight angle, fit the new CMOS battery into its socket as shown (1). CAUTION! Ensure to insert the CMOS battery with the positive pole (label side) facing up as shown (see close-up).
System board and components "Switching on the server" on page 67 Ê "Verifying system information backup / restore" on page 79 Ê "Verifying the system time settings" on page 88 Ê 14.3 USB Flash Module (UFM) This section provides information on how to install, remove or replace the USB Flash Module (UFM).
Ê 14.3.1.4 Software configuration In order to setup the ESXi configuration, the VMware ESXi Recovery Tools CD is required. An ISO image of the CD is available from the Fujitsu service partners portal at the following https address: https://globalpartners.ts.fujitsu.com/com/service/ps/Servers/PRIMERGY/ Pages/default.aspx.
System board and components Ê Download the desired ESXi Recovery CD ISO image, listed under Tools. Ê Unpack and burn the image to a CD. Ê Ensure that no other USB storage device is connected to the server beside the UFM. Ê...
System board and components 14.3.2.2 Removing the UFM Figure 253: Removing the UFM (A) Ê Remove the nylon screw on the defective UFM. Ê Disconnect and remove the defective UFM. Ê The UFM spacer remains on the system board. 14.3.2.3 Concluding steps "Reassembling"...
System board and components 14.3.3.1 Preliminary steps "Disabling or suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 69 Ê "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 70 Ê "Locating the defective server" on page 51 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 53 Ê...
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System board and components Figure 255: Installing the UFM (B) Ê Fit the new UFM on the UFM connector and the remaining UFM spacer (1). Ê Secure the UFM to the UFM spacer with the nylon screw (2). Destroying the defective UFM CAUTION! The UFM contains customer information (e.g.
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System board and components Figure 256: Destroying the defective UFM Ê Use a pair of combination pliers (1) and flat nose pliers (2) to break the UFM in half as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Ê 14.3.3.5 Software configuration In order to setup the ESXi configuration, the VMware ESXi Recovery Tools CD is required. An ISO image of the CD is available from the Fujitsu service partners portal at the following https address: https://globalpartners.ts.fujitsu.com/com/service/ps/Servers/PRIMERGY/ Pages/default.aspx.
System board and components 14.4.1.2 Installing the TPM Figure 257: TPM kit TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Special screw for TPM TPM spacer TPM bit insert for TPM special screw The black TPM spacer is not used in this server. Figure 258: TPM mounting location TPM connector Cut-out for TPM spacer Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
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System board and components Figure 259: Installing the TPM spacer Ê Snap the TPM spacer into the cut-out in the system board. Figure 260: TPM bit insert Ê Attach the TPM bit insert or TPM module fixing tool (Japanese market) to a bit screw driver.
System board and components Figure 261: Securing the TPM Ê Connect the new TPM to the system board (1). Ê Secure the TPM with the TPM screw using the TPM bit insert (2). Do not fasten the screw too firmly. Stop as soon as the head of the screw lightly touches the TPM.
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Ê Save your changes and exit the BIOS. For detailed information on how to access the BIOS and modify settings, refer to the corresponding BIOS Setup Utilty reference manual available online at http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/. "Switching on the server" on page 67 Ê "Enabling BitLocker functionality" on page 92 Ê...
System board and components 14.4.2 Removing the TPM Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 30 minutes (FRU) Tools: Removing the system board: – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver Removing the TPM: – flat nose pliers – thin slotted screw driver (2 x 0.4 mm) For the Japanese market: –...
For further information on how to disable BitLocker drive encryption, please refer to the Microsoft Knowledge Base. Fujitsu service partners will find additional information (also available in Japanese) on the Fujitsu Extranet web pages. Ê Disable TPM in the system board BIOS. Proceed as follows: Ê...
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For detailed information on how to access the BIOS and modify settings, refer to the corresponding BIOS Setup Utilty reference manual available online at (http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/. "Locating the defective server" on page 51 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 53 Ê...
System board and components 14.4.2.2 Removing the TPM "Removing the defective system board" on page 401. Ê Ê Lay the system board on a soft, antistatic surface with its component side facing down. Figure 262: Removing the TPM screw Ê Locate the slotted lower end of the TPM screw (1). Ê...
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System board and components Figure 263: Removing the TPM spacer Ê Using a pair of flat nose pliers, press together the hooks on the TPM spacer (see close-up) and remove it from the system board. If the TPM is to be replaced, the TPM spacer may remain on the system board.
System board and components 14.4.2.3 Concluding steps "Installing the fan box" on page 156 Ê "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê "Switching on the server" on page 67 Ê 14.4.3 Replacing the TPM Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 40 minutes (FRU)
System board and components "Locating the defective server" on page 51 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 53 Ê "Disconnecting power cords" on page 54 Ê "Getting access to the component" on page 55 Ê "Removing the fan box" on page 154 Ê...
System board and components "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê "Switching on the server" on page 67 Ê "Enabling BitLocker functionality" on page 92 Ê 14.5 SATA DOM 14.5.1 Installing the SATA DOM Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less...
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System board and components Figure 266: Connector SATA6 DOM Figure 267: Installing the SATA DOM Ê Connect the SATA DOM in the connector "SATA6 DOM" on the system board. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
System board and components 14.5.1.3 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê "Switching on the server" on page 67 Ê "Verifying system information backup / restore" on page 79 Ê...
System board and components 14.5.2.2 Removing the SATA DOM Figure 268: Removing the SATA DOM Ê Firmly remove the SATA DOM out of its connector. 14.5.2.3 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê...
System board and components 14.5.3 Replacing the SATA DOM Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less 14.5.3.1 Preliminary steps "Locating the defective server" on page 51 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 53 Ê "Disconnecting power cords" on page 54 Ê...
System board and components 14.6 SD card 14.6.1 Installing the SD card Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less 14.6.1.1 Preliminary steps "Shutting down the server" on page 53 Ê "Disconnecting power cords" on page 54 Ê "Getting access to the component"...
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System board and components Ê Connect the mini SD card in the slot "microSD" on the system board. 14.6.1.3 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê "Switching on the server" on page 67 Ê...
System board and components 14.6.2.2 Removing the SD card Figure 272: Removing the SD card Ê Firmly remove the SD card out of its slot. 14.6.2.3 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 61 Ê "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê...
System board and components 14.6.3 Replacing the SD card Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less 14.6.3.1 Preliminary steps "Locating the defective server" on page 51 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 53 Ê "Disconnecting power cords" on page 54 Ê...
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System board and components Tools: Replacing the system board: – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver – Magnifying glass for inspecting processor socket springs (recommended) Replacing the TPM: – Bit screw driver – TPM bit insert – thin slotted screw driver (2 x 0.4 mm) For the Japanese market: –...
System board and components Advise your contact persons that they must provide you with TPM backup copies. For security reasons, the TPM must be restored / re- saved by the customer. After installing a new system board the TPM must be enabled. You may not clear the TPM data. If the contact persons DO NOT have a backup copy available, inform them that replacing the TPM will cause to lose all data.
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System board and components "Removing the fan box" on page 154 Ê Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
System board and components 14.7.2 Removing the defective system board Ê Remove all cables from the system board. Ê Remove the following components from the system board as shown in the related sections: – Heat sink: see section "Removing processor heat sinks" on page 311 Leave the processor on the defective board for now.
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System board and components Figure 273: Removing the stabilizer bar Ê Remove the 5 screws of the stabilizer bar. Ê Remove the stabilizer bar. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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System board and components Figure 274: Detaching the system board Ê Remove 9 screws from the system board (see circles). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
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System board and components Figure 275: Removing the system board Ê Slightly lift up the system board by the memory module ejectors and a PCI slot in order to detach it from the centering bolts (C). Ê Carefully shift the system board towards the server front until the plug shells disengage from the cut-outs in the connector panel.
System board and components 14.7.3 Installing the system board 14.7.3.1 Mounting the system board Figure 276: Installing the system board Ê Hold the new system board by the memory module ejectors and a PCI slot. CAUTION! – Do not lift or handle the system board by any of its heat sinks! –...
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System board and components Figure 277: Securing the system board Ê Insert the thee bolts for the DynamicLoM module (if applicable) or the three screws that are installed in place of the DynamicLoM module (see orange circles). Ê Secure the system board with 9 screws (M3 x 6 mm, C26192-Y10-C68) (see circles).
System board and components Figure 278: Installing the stabilizer bar Ê Insert the stabilizer bar. Ê Fasten the stabilizer bar with the 5 screws. Ê Verify the settings on the new system board (see figure "Onboard settings" on page 435). 14.7.3.2 Swapping processors Preparing the processor socket load plates on the new system board "Opening the load plate"...
System board and components Installing processors on the new system board "Installing the processor" on page 287. Ê Installing protective socket covers on the defective system board Since the defective system board is sent back for repair, protect the delicate processor socket springs with a socket cover. "Opening the load plate"...
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System board and components Ê Install the PSUs, see section "Installing a hot-plug power supply unit" on page 105. Ê Reconnect all external cables. "Connecting the server to the power source" on page 66 Ê "Updating or recovering the system board BIOS and iRMC" on page 77 Ê...
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Cables This chapter provides information on how to connect, disconnect and route cables. Safety notes CAUTION! Always hold cables by their connectors when disconnecting them. ● Never pull on the cable to disconnect cables. Ensure that none of the cables are scraped, strained or otherwise ●...
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Cables No Name Cable number Routing 4x 3.5-inch SAS BP to CBL SMB 1XBP T26139-Y4015-V603 12x3.5-inch SAS BP CBL SAS3.0A500 T26139-Y4040-V26 SAS controller to SAS BP 1 T26139-Y4040-V24 SAS BP 1 to system board SAS2.0/3.0A580 CBL PWR T26139-Y3939-V502 SAS BP 2 to system board SASBP 450 C11 CBL SAS3.0A720 T26139-Y4040-V25 SAS controller to SAS BP 2...
Cables 15.2 Cabling plans 15.2.1 Configuration 4x 3.5-inch HDD 4x 3.5-inch HDD model with SAS controller ODD Combo + 2x USB 3.0 SB D3289 Frontpanel 1 frontpanel Frontpanel 2 USB 3.0 ODD Data USB 3.0 Front ODD PWR SATA 5 Front VGA (opt.) Front VGA...
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Cables 4x 3.5-inch HDD model (onboard SAS) ODD Combo + 2x USB 3.0 SB D3289 Frontpanel 1 frontpanel USB 3.0 Frontpanel 2 ODD Data USB 3.0 Front ODD PWR SATA 5 Front VGA (opt.) Front VGA SATA 6 DOM Opt. PWR for riser in PCIe slot 3 PWR 12V 4 Opt.
Cables 15.2.2 Configuration 8x 3.5-inch HD 8x 3.5-inch HDD model with SAS controller ODD Combo + 2x USB 3.0 SB D3289 Frontpanel 1 frontpanel Frontpanel 2 USB 3.0 ODD Data USB 3.0 Front ODD PWR SATA 5 Front VGA (opt.) Front VGA SATA 6 DOM SAS BP2...
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Cables 8x 3.5-inch HDD model (onboard SAS) ODD Combo + 2x USB 3.0 SB D3289 Frontpanel 1 frontpanel Frontpanel 2 USB 3.0 USB 3.0 Front ODD Data ODD PWR SATA 5 Front VGA (opt.) Front VGA SATA 6 DOM SAS BP2 4 x 3.5“...
Cables 15.2.3 Configuration 12x 3.5-inch HD 12x 3.5-inch HDD model with SAS controller SB D3289 Frontpanel 1 OP_on_ear Frontpanel 2 + 1x USB USB 3.0 Front Front VGA SATA 5 SAS BP 12 x 3.5“ SATA 6 DOM PWR 12V 4 PWR 12V 3 expander SATA 7-10...
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Appendix 16.1 Mechanical overview 16.1.1 Server front Figure 284: Server front side 3.5-inch version Pos. Component Front panel module Optical disk drive Space for hard disc drives (depending on the configuration) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual RX2540 M1...
Appendix 16.2 Configuration tables 16.2.1 Hard disk drives / solid state drives mounting order Please refer to chapter "Hard disk drives / solid state drives" on page 111. 16.2.2 Memory board configuration table Please refer to chapter "Main memory" on page 271.
Appendix 16.3 Connectors and indicators 16.3.1 Connectors and indicators on the system board 16.3.1.1 Onboard connectors USB 3.0 INT PWR 12V 1 PWR 12V 2 Front Front USB3.0 Front Front VGA panel 2 PWR 12V 3 panel 1 PSU 1 USB INT 1 CPU 2 DIMM 1E CPU 2 DIMM 2E...
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Appendix No. Print Description Front USB Power management connector PWR 12V 3 ATX power supply connector USB IN 1 USB3.0 int Front VGA Front panel VGA connector PWR 12V 1 HDD backplane 1 PWR 12V 2 HDD backplane 2 Frontpanel Front panel connector Frontpanel Front panel connector (flat cable)
Appendix 16.3.1.2 Onboard indicators and controls USB 3.0 INT PWR 12V 1 PWR 12V 2 Front Front USB3.0 Front Front VGA panel 2 PWR 12V 3 panel 1 PSU 1 USB INT 1 CPU 2 DIMM 1E CPU 2 DIMM 2E CPU 2 DIMM 3E CPU 2 DIMM 1F CPU 2 DIMM 2F...
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Appendix Indicator Status Description server has been highlighted using the ID blue on button on the front panel for easy identification Identification server has been highlighted using IRMC blue (AVR) when local VGA off for easy flashing identification no critical event (CSS component) yellow on prefailure detected (CSS component) (Customer Self...
Appendix 16.3.2 Connectors and indicators on the I/O panel 16.3.2.1 I/O panel connectors Figure 289: Connection panel on the rear Video connector (blue) 2 USB connectors (USB 3.0) Management LAN connector 2 USB connectors (USB 2.0) Dynamic LoM (optional, different COM1 connector (optional)** variants)*.
Appendix Some of the devices that can be connected may require the installation and setting up of special software (e.g. drivers) (see the documentation for the connected device). Depending on BIOS settings, the shared LAN connector may also be used as a management LAN connector.
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Appendix Global Error indicator (yellow) on the system board, visible through the chassis perforation. – Lights up yellow if a prefailure event has been detected that requires (precautionary) service intervention. – Flashes yellow if an error was detected that requires service intervention.
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Appendix LAN indicators Figure 291: Indicators on the connection panel: LAN indicators (example D3255) Steady green signal when a LAN connection exists. link/transfer Remains dark when no LAN connection exists. Flashes green when LAN transfer takes place. LAN speed Steady yellow signal in the event of a LAN transfer rate of 1 Gbit/s Steady green signal in the event of a LAN transfer rate of 100 Mbit/s.
Appendix 16.3.3 Connectors and indicators on the front panel 16.3.3.1 Front panel connectors (3.5-inch HDD version) Figure 292: Front side connectors Front VGA USB 3.0 16.3.3.2 Front panel controls and indicators (3.5-inch HDD version) Figure 293: Front side of the 3.5-inch variant: indicators and controls 1 Reset button 5 Global Error indicator 2 NMI button...
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Appendix Status indicators Pos. Indicator Status Description server has been highlighted using ServerView Operations Manager, iRMC blue on web frontend or the ID button on the Identification front panel for easy identification indicator server has been highlighted using IRMC blue (AVR) when local VGA off for easy flashing identification...
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Appendix Pos. Indicator Status Description is on in the following cases: – the system is in power-off mode but connected to the mains (AC connected) – the system has been switched on green on and is in power-on delay Power-off After connecting the server to the indicator (AC mains it takes about 60 seconds...
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Appendix Buttons Pos. Button Function This button highlights the ID indicator on the front and ID button I/O panels for easy server identification. This button is used to reboot the system. It can be pressed using the end of a paper clip. Reset button CAUTION! Risk of data loss!
Appendix 16.4 Onboard settings USB 3.0 INT PWR 12V 1 PWR 12V 2 Front Front USB3.0 Front Front VGA panel 2 PWR 12V 3 panel 1 USB INT 1 PSU 1 CPU 2 DIMM 1E CPU 2 DIMM 2E CPU 2 DIMM 3E CPU 2 DIMM 1F CPU 2 DIMM 2F CPU 2 DIMM 3F...
Appendix Setting Status Description Default: Password delete and Recovery BIOS options disabled Password skip enabled PWD CLR/ This jumper setting will permanently delete the current BIOS-RCVR BIOS password and apply default BIOS settings. Recovery BIOS enabled Default BIOS Flash Write Protect Flash write protect enable 16.5 Minimum startup configuration...
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Appendix Component Notes Front panel module Power supply unit Table 5: Minimum startup configuration - components Cable Notes Front panel cable Power cable Table 6: Minimum startup configuration - cables "Shutting down the server" on page 53 Ê "Disconnecting power cords" on page 54 Ê...
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