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Lenovo ThinkAgile VX7820 User Manual

Lenovo ThinkAgile VX7820 User Manual (296 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Server | Size: 20 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
Safety
7
Safety Inspection Checklist
8
Chapter 1. Introduction

11
- Typical Vsan Architecture
  11
- VX Deployment Architecture
  12
- Specifications
  13
- Configurations
  18
- Management Options
  27
- Lifecycle Management
  28
  - Recommended Procedure for Updating a Thinkagile VX Cluster
    28
- Firmware Updates
  29
- Tech Tips
  32
- Security Advisories
  32
Chapter 2. Server Components

33
- Front View
  34
  - Front Operator Panel
    36
- Rear View
  39
- Internal Connectors
  42
  - System-Board Connectors
    42
  - Storage-Board-Assembly Connectors
    43
  - I/O Tray Connectors
    44
  - Storage Interposer Connectors
    48
  - RAID Card Connectors
    48
  - Drive Backplane Connectors
    49
- Internal Cable Routing
  50
  - Cable Routing for Common Components
    52
  - Cable Routing for Drives
    55
- Parts List
  65
  - Power Cords
    70
Chapter 3. Network/Infrastructure Planning

71
Chapter 4. Server Setup Checklist

73
Chapter 5. System Configuration

77
- Set the Network Connection for the Lenovo Xclarity
  77
- Controller
  77
- Management Options
  78
- Manage the Lifecycle
  78
- Update the Firmware
  78
- Configure the Firmware
  78
- Memory Configuration
  80
  - Independent Memory Mode
    80
  - Memory Mirroring
    80
  - Memory Sparing
    80
  - Configure DC Persistent Memory Module
    80
  - (Dcpmm)
    80
- RAID Configuration
  85
- Install the Operating System
  85
- Back up the Server Configuration
  86
Chapter 6. Installing and Configuring Vcsa

87
Chapter 7. Installing and Setting up Lenovo Xclarity Administrator

93
- Deploying Lenovo Xclarity Administrator
  93
- Managing Thinkagile VX7820 Appliance/VX 4U Certified Node Servers
  94
Chapter 8. Installing and Setting up Lenovo Xclarity Integrator

97
- Deploying Lenovo Xclarity Integrator for Vmware
  97
- Vcenter
  97
Chapter 9. Hardware Replacement Procedures

99
- Installation Guidelines
  99
  - System Reliability Guidelines
    100
  - Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
    101
- Adapter Replacement
  101
- System Battery (CR2032) Replacement
  115
  - Remove the System Battery
    115
  - Install the System Battery
    117
- System Board Replacement
  119
  - Remove a System Board
    119
  - Install a System Board
    121
- System Board Filler Replacement
  122
  - Remove a System Board Filler
    123
  - Install a System Board Filler
    124
- Upper/Lower Compute Tray Replacement
  125
  - Remove a Compute Tray
    125
  - Install a Compute Tray
    127
- Fan Replacement
  129
  - Remove a Fan
    129
  - Install the Fan
    130
- Fan Cage Replacement
  131
  - Remove a Fan Cage (Upper Tray)
    131
  - Remove a Fan Cage (Lower Tray)
    133
  - Install a Fan Cage (Upper Tray)
    135
  - Install a Fan Cage (Lower Tray)
    138
- Front Bezel Replacement
  140
  - Remove the Front Bezel
    140
  - Install the Front Bezel
    140
- Front Cover Replacement
  141
  - Remove the Front Cover
    141
  - Install the Front Cover
    142
- Front Operator Panel Replacement
  144
  - Remove the Front Operator Panel
    144
  - Install the Front Operator Panel
    145
- Front USB/VGA Assembly Replacement
  147
  - Remove the Front USB/VGA Assembly
    147
  - Install the Front USB/VGA Assembly
    148
- Hard Disk Drive Backplane Replacement
  149
- Hot-Swap Drive Replacement
  157
  - Remove a Hot-Swap Drive
    157
  - Install a Hot-Swap Drive
    158
  - Remove a Hot-Swap Drive Filler
    160
  - Install a Hot-Swap Drive Filler
    161
  - I/O Tray Replacement
    162
  - Remove the I/O Tray
    162
  - Install the I/O Tray
    164
- M.2 Backplane Replacement
  173
  - Remove the M.2 Backplane
    173
  - Install the M.2 Backplane
    175
  - M.2 Backplane Retainer Adjustment
    176
- M.2 Drive Replacement
  176
  - Remove an M.2 Drive
    176
  - Install an M.2 Drive
    177
- Memory Air Baffle Replacement
  180
  - Remove a Memory Baffle
    180
  - Install a Memory Air Baffle
    181
- Memory Module Replacement
  183
  - Remove a Memory Module
    183
  - Install a Memory Module
    185
- Midplane Replacement
  189
  - Remove a Midplane
    189
  - Install a Midplane
    191
- Power Supply Replacement
  193
  - Remove a Power Supply
    193
  - Install a Power Supply
    195
  - Remove a Power Supply Filler
    198
  - Install a Power Supply Filler
    199
- Processor and Heat Sink Replacement
  200
  - Remove a Processor and Heat Sink
    200
  - Install a Processor and Heat Sink
    203
- RAID/HBA Card Replacement
  210
- RAID Flash Power Module Replacement
  217
- Riser Replacement
  222
- Storage Board Assembly Replacement
  234
  - Remove a Storage Board Assembly
    234
  - Install a Storage Board Assembly
    235
- Storage Interposer Replacement
  236
- Storage Tray Replacement
  242
  - Remove a Storage Tray
    242
  - Install the Storage Tray (Fully Removed)
    244
- TCM/TPM Adapter Replacement
  245
- Mainland Only)
  245
  - Remove the TCM/TPM Adapter
    245
  - Install the TCM/TPM Adapter
    246
  - Mainland Only)
    246
- Upper Tray Filler Replacement
  247
  - Remove the Upper Tray Filler
    247
  - Install the Upper Tray Filler
    249
- Complete the Parts Replacement
  250
Chapter 10. Problem Determination

253
- Event Logs
  253
- Light Path Diagnostics
  255
  - Power Supply Leds
    257
  - System-Board Leds
    259
- General Problem Determination Procedures
  259
  - Resolving Suspected Power Problems
    260
  - Resolving Suspected Ethernet Controller Problems
    260
- Troubleshooting by Symptom
  261
  - Power on and Power off Problems
    261
  - Processor Problems
    263
  - Memory Problems
    263
  - Hard Disk Drive Problems
    265
  - Monitor and Video Problems
    267
  - Keyboard, Mouse, or USB-Device Problems
    268
  - Optional-Device Problems
    269
  - Serial-Device Problems
    270
  - Intermittent Problems
    271
  - Power Problems
    272
  - Network Problems
    272
  - Observable Problems
    273
  - Software Problems
    275
Appendix A. Hardware Disassembling for Recycle

277
Appendix B. Getting Help and Technical Assistance

281
- Before You Call
  281
- Collecting Service Data
  282
- Contacting Support
  283
Appendix C. Notices

285
- Trademarks
  286
- Important Notes
  286
- Particulate Contamination
  286
- Telecommunication Regulatory Statement
  287
- Electronic Emission Notices
  287
  - Taiwan BSMI Rohs Declaration
    288
- Taiwan Import and Export Contact Information
  288
- Index
  289

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