Fujitsu PRIMERGY TX120 S2, Operating Manual

Page 1: ...PRIMERGY TX120 S2 Server Operating manual Edition April 2009 ...

Page 2: ...igh quality standard and user friendliness this documentation was created to meet the regulations of a quality management system which complies with the requirements of the standard DIN EN ISO 9001 2000 cognitas Gesellschaft für Technik Dokumentation mbH www cognitas de Copyright and Trademarks Copyright 2009 Fujitsu Technology Solutions GmbH All rights reserved Delivery subject to availability Th...

Page 3: ...s 23 3 2 CE conformity 30 3 3 FCC Class B Compliance Statement 31 3 4 ENERGY STAR 32 3 5 Transporting the server 32 3 6 Environmental protection 33 4 Hardware installation 35 4 1 Unpacking the server 36 4 2 Setting up the server 37 4 2 1 Positioning the server vertically 38 4 2 2 Positioning the server horizontally 41 4 3 Connecting devices to the server 42 4 4 Connecting the server to the mains 4...

Page 4: ... 4 3 Configuring the server and installing the operating system with the ServerView Installation Manager 57 5 4 4 Configuring the server and installing the operating system without the ServerView Installation Manager 58 5 5 Cleaning the server 58 6 Property and data protection 59 6 1 Mechanical access protection 59 6 2 BIOS Setup security functions 59 7 Troubleshooting and tips 61 7 1 Power on ind...

Page 5: ...n starting system 65 7 9 Added drive reported as defective 65 7 10 Error message on screen 65 8 Hot plug hard disk drives 67 8 1 Handling hard disk drives and HDD modules 68 8 2 Removing Installing the dummy module 69 8 3 Installing removing the HDD module 70 Index 75 ...

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Page 7: ... server management Prefailure Detection and Analysing PDA and Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart ASR R Security functions in the BIOS setup protect the data on the server against manipulation Additional security is provided by the lockable drive cover 1 1 Concept and target groups for this manual This operating manual describes how to install set up and operate your server This operating...

Page 8: ...ard D2785 PRIMERGY TX120 S2 Server Operating Manual PRIMERGY TX120 S2 Server Options Guide D2785 BIOS Setup Utility for PRIMERGY TX120 S2 manual I PRIMERGY manuals are available in PDF format on the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 2 The PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 2 is part of the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite supplied with every server If you no longer have the ServerView Suite DVDs you can obtain th...

Page 9: ... as an option This module enables programs from third party manufacturers to store key information e g drive encryption using Windows Bitlocker Drive Encryption The TPM is activated via the BIOS system for more information refer to the Fujitsu Technology Solutions BIOS manual V CAUTION When using the TPM note the program descriptions provided by the third party manufacturers You must also create a...

Page 10: ...additional SAScontroller must be installed to control SAS hard disk drives If the server has the corresponding RAID configuration HDD modules can also be replaced during operation A hard disk drive extension box can be installed optionally with a maximum of two HDD modules Onboard SATA controller A 6 port SATA controller is integrated on the system board up to four SATA hard disk drives can be con...

Page 11: ...ard disk drive configurations As an option a battery backup unit BBU can save the memory content even if the power fails Cache memory sizes of 256 Mbyte and 512 Mbyte are available For more information on configuring the controller see section Configuring the server on page 55 I Further information on SAS SATA RAID controllers is provided in the Modular RAID Controller Installation Guide on PRIMER...

Page 12: ...sets itself to a mains voltage in the range 100 V 240 V High level of availability and data security When memory data is accessed 1 bit errors are identified in the main memory and automatically corrected with the error correcting code ECC method ASR R Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart restarts the system in the event of an error and automatically hides the defective system compo nents ...

Page 13: ...n Web server Secure communication SSH SSL Power Management for the managed server depending on its system status Power Consumption Management Connecting virtual drives as remote storage Text based and graphic console bypass Advanced Video Redirection Command Line Interface CLI Simple interactive or script based iRMC S2 configuration iRMC S2 s own user management Multi computer global iRMC S2 user ...

Page 14: ...iew Operations Manager Round the clock monitoring regardless of server status High performance graphical console bypass AVR protected by HTTPS SSL 128 bit Remote storage via USB Remote power on Wake On LAN Automatic switch off when the housing is opened housing monitoring Temperature monitoring of the CPU and the surrounding area Watchdog timer for Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart ASR ...

Page 15: ...ious hot pluggable components are colored green to ensure simple and immediate recognition In order to prevent the components from being damaged by incorrect handling when they are being installed and removed the areas of all components that can be touched without damaging them are also marked green The Flash EPROM program supplied with the Fujitsu Technology Solutions utilities supports a fast BI...

Page 16: ...nd an excellent return on investment for the remote management solution The administrator can access all system information and information from the sensors such as fan speeds or voltages via the iRMC S2 s Web interface see section iRMC S2 with integrated service LAN port on page 13 He can also start the text based or graphic console bypass Advanced Video Redirection AVR and get information about ...

Page 17: ...nds or menu items Quotation marks indicate names of chapters and terms that are being emphasized Ê describes activities that must be performed in the order shown V CAUTION pay particular attention to texts marked with this symbol Failure to observe this warning may endanger your life destroy the system or lead to the loss of data I indicates additional information notes and tips ...

Page 18: ...ge range 100 V 240 V Frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz Rated current with basic configuration 100 V 240 V 0 53 A 0 23 A Max rated current 100 V 240 V 2 7 A 1 1 A Effective power 44 W 120 W Apparent power 56 VA 127 VA Heat dissipation 158 kJ h 432 kJ h 149 btu h 409 btu h Main power fuse 16 A Protection class I ...

Page 19: ...class A VCCI class B AS NZS CISPR 22 class B GB 17625 interference emissions EN 55022 class B Harmonic current EN 61000 3 2 Flicker EN 61000 3 3 ETSI EN 300 386 V1 3 1 interference immunity EN 55024 EN 300386 CE marking to EU directives Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC product safety Electromagnetic compatibility 2004 108 EC Environmental conditions ETSI 300 019 2 3 Class 3 1 T3 1 Noise emission E...

Page 20: ...el Environment class 3K2 Environment class 2K2 EN 60721 IEC 721 Part 3 3 EN 60721 IEC 721 Part 3 2 Temperature Operation 3K2 10 C 35 C Transport 2K2 25 C 60 C Humidity 10 85 Sound power level LWAd ISO 9296 4 3 B standby 4 7 B operation Sound pressure level at adjacent workstation LpAm ISO 9296 27 dB A standby 32 dB A operation ...

Page 21: ...port damage and check whether the items delivered match the details on the delivery note see section Unpacking the server on page 36 Ê Make sure that all necessary manuals see Documentation overview on page 8 are available print out the PDF files if required Ê Set up the server see section Setting up the server on page 37 Ê Wire the server Follow the instructions in sections Connecting devices to ...

Page 22: ...rverView Suite Server Installation and Deployment Configuration information can also be found in section Configuring the server and installing the operating system with the ServerView Instal lation Manager on page 57 Local configuration and installation with or without the ServerView Instal lation Manager see section Configuring the server and installing the operating system with the ServerView In...

Page 23: ... whether you can install the server in the intended environment please contact your sales outlet or our customer service team V CAUTION The actions described in this manual should only be performed by technical specialists Equipment repairs should only be performed by service staff Please note that unauthorized interference with the system will void the warranty and exempt the manufacturer from al...

Page 24: ...packaging that protects it from impacts and jolts Installation and operation V CAUTION This unit should not be operated in ambient temperatures above 35 C If the unit is integrated into an installation that draws power from an industrial power supply network with an IEC309 connector the power supply s fuse protection must comply with the requirements for non industrial power supply networks for ty...

Page 25: ...73 and EN 50174 1 2 standards apply for LAN cabling The minimum requirement is the use of a category 5 screened LAN cable for 10 100 Mbit s Ethernet or a category 5e cable for Gigabit Ethernet The requirements from the ISO IEC 11801 specification must also be met Route the cables in such a way that they do not create a potential hazard make sure no one can trip over them and that they cannot be da...

Page 26: ...expan sions they may damage the system or violate the safety regulations Information on which system expansions are approved for installation can be obtained from our customer service center or your sales outlet The components marked with a warning notice e g lightning symbol may only be opened removed or exchanged by authorized qualified personnel Exception hot pluggable power supply units can be...

Page 27: ... They must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations concerning special waste The battery must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations concerning special waste Replace the lithium battery on the system board in accordance with the instructions in the technical manual for the system board All batteries containing pollutants are marked with a symbol a crossed out garbage can In...

Page 28: ...mstances sharp CD DVD fragments can pierce the cover of the CD DVD drive equipment damage and can fly out of the device danger of injury particularly to uncovered body parts such as the face or neck I You can prevent mechanical damage and damage to the CD DVD drive as well as premature CD DVD wear by observing the following sugges tions Only insert CDs DVDs in the drive when needed and remove them...

Page 29: ...u must always discharge static build up e g by touching a grounded object before working with such components Any devices or tools that are used must be free of electrostatic charge Wear a suitable grounding cable that connects you to the external chassis of the system unit Always hold components with ESDs at the edges or at the points marked green touch points Do not touch any connectors or condu...

Page 30: ...anual and the other documentation such as the technical manual CD close to the device All documentation must be included if the equipment is passed on to a third party 3 2 CE conformity The system complies with the requirements of the EC directives 2004 108 EC regarding Electromagnetic Compatibility and 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Directive This is indicated by the CE marking CE Communauté Européenne ...

Page 31: ...in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into ...

Page 32: ...timates that computer systems use around 5 of all electricity in the office sector and that this figure is growing rapidly If all computer systems and peripherals were placed in energy saving mode when not in use the overall savings in electricity could amount to some US 2 billion annually These savings would also prevent the emission of 20 million tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere equiva...

Page 33: ...ntil they are needed as well as during long breaks and after completion of work Packaging information Do not throw away the packaging You may need it later for transporting the system If possible the equipment should only be transported in its original packaging Information on handling consumables Please dispose of printer consumables and batteries in accordance with the applicable national regula...

Page 34: ...u Technology Solutions branch or from our recycling center in Paderborn Fujitsu Technology Solutions Recycling Center D 33106 Paderborn Tel 49 5251 8 18010 Fax 49 5251 8 333 18010 The device must not be disposed of with domestic waste This device is labeled in compliance with European directive 2002 96 EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment WEEE This directive sets the framework for retur...

Page 35: ... and heat Make sure that the server is acclimatized for the time indicated in this table before putting it into operation In the table Acclimatization time the temperature difference refers to the difference between the operating environment temperature and the temperature to which the server was exposed previously outside transport or storage temperature Temperature difference C Minimum acclimati...

Page 36: ... Ê Transport the server to the place where you want to set it up Ê Unpack all individual parts Keep the original packaging in case you want to transport the server again Ê Check the delivery for any damage during transport Ê Check whether the items delivered match the details on the delivery note The product name and serial number of the product can be found on the identi fication rating plate Ê N...

Page 37: ...inimum distances for operation and maintenance areas must be adhered to The server must be accessible at the rear for connection to other devices e g memory subsystem The mains plug must be accessible easily and safely There must be a clearance of at least 200 mm in front of and behind the server to ensure adequate ventilation of the system Ê Wire the server Follow the instructions in sections Con...

Page 38: ...If the server is positioned vertically the stabilizers must be attached The stabilizers must be attached in the correct direction see figure 4 on page 40 Clipping the stabilizers together Figure 2 Clipping the stabilizer together Ê Clip the stabilizers together in the direction of the arrow as far as the marking line a a a ...

Page 39: ... Setting up the server Adjusting the width of the stabilizers Figure 3 Adjusting the width of a stabilizer You may have to adjust the width of the stabilizers Ê Press the two locking levers 1 and keep them pressed Ê Pull the stabilizer apart 2 2 2 1 1 ...

Page 40: ...erver Hardware installation Placing the server on the stabilizers Figure 4 Placing the server on stabilizers Ê Place the server on the stabilizers 1 Position the stabilizers between the rubber feet a Ê Press the stabilizers together 2 2 2 2 1 a a ...

Page 41: ... Positioning the server horizontally V CAUTION If the server is positioned horizontally the rubber feet must be attached The stabilizers must be attached in the correct direction see figure 5 Figure 5 Positioning the server horizontally Ê Place the server on its four rubber feet ...

Page 42: ...on refer to the Options Guide The standard ports are indicated by symbols and color coding Figure 6 Standard ports I Some of the devices that can be connected may require special software e g drivers see the documentation for the connected device Ê Connect the data cables to the server and peripherals Two additional USB ports are located on the front of the server see figure 10 on page 48 1 Serial...

Page 43: ...o the local mains voltage Figure 7 Connecting the server to the mains Ê Connect the insulated connector of the power cable to the power supply unit of the server 1 Ê Insert the mains plug into an earthing contact socket 2 in the internal supply network 4 4 1 Using cable ties As an option you can secure the power cable using a cable tie to ensure that the insulated connector cannot be disconnected ...

Page 44: ...able ties Ê Thread the cable tie through the eye a Ê Pull the cable tie tight 1 to secure the power cable The insulated connector cannot now be disconnected from the power supply unit accidentally I You can loosen the cable tie by opening the small locking lever b in the direction of the arrow 2 a 1 2 b ...

Page 45: ...isconnect external devices to or from the server Connecting cables Ê Turn off all power and equipment switches Ê Disconnect all power plugs from the grounded shockproof sockets Ê Connect all cables to the server and peripherals Ê Plug all data communication cables into the utility sockets Ê Plug all power cables into the grounded shockproof sockets Disconnecting cables Ê Turn off all power and equ...

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Page 47: ...operation V CAUTION Follow the safety instructions in chapter Important information on page 23 5 1 Opening the drive cover Figure 9 Opening the drive cover Ê Turn the key counterclockwise 1 Ê Open the drive cover in the direction of the arrow 2 1 2 ...

Page 48: ...r Figure 10 Front side indicators and controls 1 HDD FAULT indicator 7 Power on indicator 2 HDD BUSY indicator 8 Hard disk activity indicator 3 DVD drive activity indicator 9 Global Error indicator 4 On Off button 10 ID indicator 5 NMI button 11 ID button 6 2 x USB ports 12 Reset button 1 2 4 3 8 9 10 11 12 5 6 NMI 7 ID RST ID ...

Page 49: ...will switch off the system I The On Off button does not disconnect the server from the mains voltage To disconnect from the mains completely remove the power plug s NMI NMI button V CAUTION Do not press Risk of loss of data The NMI button may only be used by service RST Reset button Pressing the reset button reboots the system V CAUTION Risk of loss of data ID ID button When this button is pressed...

Page 50: ...n a predictable error has been detected Users can check the System Event Log or via the ServerView Operations Manager for more detailed information Flashes orange when a critical event has occurred Users can check for event details in the BIOS Setup the System Event Log or via the ServerView Operations Manager If the event is still acute after a power failure the indicator is activated after the r...

Page 51: ...nction with a RAID controller Does not light no HDD error Lights up HDD Faulty or Rebuild Stopped drive defective needs replacing a rebuild process was stopped or the HDD module is not correctly inserted Slow flashing HDD Rebuild the data is being restored after changing a drive Fast flashing HDD Identify Four fast blinks pause HDD Predicted Fault Two fast flashes pause HDD Hot Spare Hot spare dri...

Page 52: ...te indicator service LAN Lights up green for a LAN transfer rate of 100 Mbit s Does not light up for a LAN transfer rate of 10 Mbit s 3 LAN activity indicator standard LAN Lights up green if a LAN connection exists Does not light up if no LAN connection exists Flashes green when a LAN transfer is in progress 4 LAN transfer rate indicator standard LAN Lights yellow for a LAN transfer rate of 1 Gbit...

Page 53: ...e 10 on page 48 lights orange Starting up for the first time Ê Press the On Off button item 4 in figure 10 on page 48 The power on indicator lights green item 7 in figure 10 on page 48 Ê Insert the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 1 in the DVD drive Ê Follow the on screen instructions see also section Configuring the onboard SATA controller on page 55 or section Configuring the server and installing ...

Page 54: ... Off options Besides the On Off button the server can be switched ON and OFF in the following ways Specified switch on time switch off time The server is switched ON or OFF at a time specified in the ServerView Operations Manager Ring indicator The server is switched on by an internal or external modem Wake On LAN WOL The server is switched on by a command via the LAN Magic Packet After power fail...

Page 55: ...SATA controller is integrated on the system board You can configure the onboard SATA controller either before or during installation with the ServerView Installation Manager Using the ServerView Installation Manager is recommended I The controller has its own configuration utility For further information refer to the Embedded MegaRAID Software User s Guide on the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 2 un...

Page 56: ...the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 2 under Industry Standard Servers Expansion Cards Storage Adapters LSI RAID SCSI Controllers A separate utility is available to the controller for MegaRAID configu ration For further information refer to the SAS Software User s Guide on the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 2 under Industry Standard Servers Expansion Cards Storage Adapters LSI Configuration Software F...

Page 57: ...isted installation of all leading server operating systems Wizard assisted creation of configuration files for unattended installation of several PRIMERGY servers with identical hardware configurations Installation of drivers and additional software I The software that can be installed depends on your server s hardware configuration This configuration is detected automatically I Descriptions of op...

Page 58: ...m you want to install Ê Reboot the server Ê Follow the instructions on screen and in the manual for the operating system 5 5 Cleaning the server V CAUTION Switch the server off and disconnect the power plugs from the grounded shockproof sockets Do not clean any interior parts yourself leave this job to a service technician Do not use any cleaning agents that contain abrasives or may corrode plasti...

Page 59: ...unning through a clip on the back 6 2 BIOS Setup security functions The Security menu in BIOS Setup offers various options for protecting your data from unauthorized access For example it allows you to assign passwords or prevent the BIOS from being overwritten By combining these options you can achieve optimum protection for your system I A detailed description of the Security menu and how to ass...

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Page 61: ...ws Ê Make a list of the steps performed and the circumstances that led to the fault Also make a list of any error messages that were displayed Ê Switch off the server Ê Contact our customer service team 7 1 Power on indicator remains unlit The power on indicator remains dark after you switch on your device Power cable incorrectly connected Ê Make sure that the power cable s is are correctly connec...

Page 62: ...ropriate password Brightness control is set to dark Ê Set the brightness control on the monitor to light For detailed information refer to the operating manual supplied with your monitor Power cable or monitor cable not connected Ê Switch off the monitor and the server Ê Check whether the power cable is properly connected to the monitor and to the grounded socket Ê Check whether the monitor cable ...

Page 63: ...or the software for the screen controller for details of how to set the correct horizontal frequency for your monitor and follow the procedure accordingly 7 5 No screen display or display drifts The wrong horizontal frequency or resolution has been selected for the monitor or for the application program Ê Find out which horizontal frequency your monitor screen supports You will find the horizontal...

Page 64: ...t date and time Ê Set the date and time in the operating system or in the BIOS Setup under the Main menu using System Date and System Time respectively I Note that the operating system may affect the system time For example the operating system time may deviate from the system time under Linux and would overwrite the system time in the default setting on shutdown If the date and time are still wro...

Page 65: ...ller 7 9 Added drive reported as defective RAID controller is not configured for this drive The drive was probably installed when the system was switched off Ê Reconfigure the RAID controller for the drive using the corresponding utility Information is provided in the documentation for the RAID controller or Ê Remove and reinstall the drive while the system is switched ON If the hard disk drive co...

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Page 67: ... disk drives can be replaced and new drives can be added during operation The HDD drive and installation frame together make up the HDD module This chapter provides you with details of how to handle the HDD modules see page 68 and how to install and remove HDD modules on your server see page 70 V CAUTION The HDD must not be removed from the installation frame by anyone except a service technician ...

Page 68: ...e and transport HDD modules within the limits stipulated in the specification When transporting HDD modules even over short distances always use the original packaging ESD label Never expose HDD modules to a temperature shock Avoid the formation of condensation inside and on the outside of the hard disk drive V CAUTION The HDD module must be acclimatized in its operating environment for an acclima...

Page 69: ... together until the locking mechanism disengages 1 Ê Pull the dummy module out of the slot 2 To install a dummy module follow the same procedure in reverse order V CAUTION Store the dummy module in a safe place If you have removed an HDD module and do not install a new one in its place put the dummy module back in its place for cooling to comply with EMC regulations regulations regarding electroma...

Page 70: ...sk drives 8 3 Installing removing the HDD module Unlocking the HDD module Figure 13 Unlocking the HDD module Ê Release the locking mechanism by pressing the lock 1 together Ê Push the handle of the HDD module fully in the direction of the arrow 2 The HDD module is now unlocked 1 2 ...

Page 71: ... module Figure 14 Installing the HDD module Ê Unlock the HDD module as described in section Unlocking the HDD module on page 70 Ê Carefully push the HDD module into the empty mounting location 1 until it stops Ê Push the handle completely in the direction of the arrow 2 until the locking mechanism engages 1 2 ...

Page 72: ... with a corresponding RAID configuration All HDD modules drives must be uniquely identified so that they can be reinstalled in their original mounting locations later If this is not done existing data can be lost If you want to remove an HDD module during operation proceed as follows Ê If you want to remove a HDD module that is not defective the drive must be first set to offline via the software ...

Page 73: ...on page 70 and Installing the HDD module on page 71 V CAUTION If you have removed an HDD module and do not install a new one in its place put the dummy module back in its place for cooling to comply with EMC regulations regulations regarding electromagnetic compatibility and for protection against fire Ensure that the dummy module engages correctly in the slot ...

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Page 75: ... 48 controls 48 correcting faults 61 D data manipulation 7 data protection 59 data security 12 date incorrect 64 delivery note 21 36 devices connecting to server 42 disconnecting cables 45 display hard disk drive 51 HDD BUSY 51 HDD FAULT 51 HDD module 51 disposal devices 34 drive dead 65 defective 65 drive cover opening 47 dummy module HDD module 69 73 DVD drive 12 indicator 48 51 E ECC 12 electri...

Page 76: ...llation frame 67 replacing online 72 hard disk extension box 12 HDD BUSY indicator 48 51 HDD extension box 10 HDD FAULT indicator 48 51 HDD module 12 acclimatization time 35 68 dummy module 67 handling 67 hard disk extension box 12 installation frame 70 installing removing 70 hot plug HDD module 12 I ID button 48 49 ID indicator 48 50 identification button 48 identification indicator 48 IME 11 56 ...

Page 77: ...USB port 12 42 48 VGA port 42 power supply 43 power supply unit using cable ties 43 power on indicator 50 does not light 61 property protection 59 R RAID controller is not configured for this drive 65 RAID level 12 rating plate 36 recycling devices 34 regulations and standards 19 Remote Storage 13 replacing online 72 reset button 48 49 return of devices 34 S safety instructions 23 safety standards...

Page 78: ...ment 14 ServerView Installation Manager 15 57 ServerView Operations Manager 14 supported functions 14 ServerView Remote Management 16 service server 15 touch point 15 service LAN port 13 42 stabilizer adjusting width 39 clipping together 38 standard LAN port 42 switch off time defining 54 switch on time defining 54 switching off server 53 switching on server 53 system board features 9 T target gro...