Acer Altos G320 Series User manual

Acer Altos G320 Series
User’s Guide
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User’s Guide
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Notices
FCC notice
Class A devices do not have an FCC logo or FCC IDE on the label. Class B devices
have an FCC logo or FCC IDE on the label. Once the class of the device is
determined, refer to the following corresponding statement.
Class A equipment
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at personal expense.
Class B equipment
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the device 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 the device and receiver
• Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help
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Notice: Shielded cables
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables
to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.
Notice: Peripheral devices
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to
comply with the Class A or Class B limits may be attached to this equipment.
Operation with noncertified peripherals is likely to result in interference to
radio and TV reception.
Caution! Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user’s authority, which is granted by
the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this server.
Use conditions
This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Notice: Canadian users
This Class A/Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Laser compliance statement
The DVD-ROM or CD/DVD combo drive in this server is a laser product. The
drive’s classification label (shown below) is located on the drive.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO
BEAM.
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Important safety instructions
Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference.
1 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
2 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
3 Do not use this product near water.
4 Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product
may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
5 Slots and openings on the back or bottom side of the chassis are provided
for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect
it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The
openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or
over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper
ventilation is provided.
6 This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult
your dealer or local power company.
7 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this
product where persons will walk on the cord.
8 If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total
ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not
exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total
rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse
rating.
9 Never push objects of any kind into this product through chassis slots as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the
product.
10 Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
11 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed
b If liquid has been spilled on the product
c If the product has been exposed to rain or water
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d If the product does not operate normally when the operating
instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work
by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition.
e If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged
f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a
need for service.
12 Replace the battery with the same type as the product's battery we
recommend. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Refer battery replacement to a qualified service technician.
13 Warning! Batteries may explode if not handled properly. Do not
disassemble or dispose of them in fire. Keep them away from children and
dispose of used batteries promptly.
14 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your
accessories box) for this unit. It should be a detachable type: UL listed/CSA
certified, type SPT-2, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its
equivalent. Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters).
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Contents
Notices iii
FCC notice iii
Laser compliance statement iv
Important safety instructions v
1 System tour 1
Features summary 3
External and internal structure 6
Front panel 6
Rear panel 8
Internal components 10
Mainboard layout 11
Jumper settings 13
Maintenance mode jumper 13
Clear CMOS jumper 14
2 System setup 15
Setting up the system 17
Pre-installation requirements 17
Connecting peripherals 18
Turning on the system 19
Power-on problems 20
Turning off the system 21
3 System upgrade 23
Installation precautions 25
ESD precautions 25
Pre-installation instructions 25
Post-installation instructions 26
Opening the server 27
Removing the left-side panel 27
Unlocking the front bezel 28
Removing the front bezel 28
Installing and removing storage devices 29
Installing and removing hard disk 31
Upgrading the processor 33
Removing the HSFD assembly 33
Removing the CPU 34
Installing the CPU 34
Installing the HSFD assembly 35
Upgrading the system memory 37
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Memory module installation guidelines 37
Removing a DIMM 39
Installing a DIMM 39
Installing an expansion card 41
4 BIOS setup 43
BIOS setup 45
Entering BIOS setup 46
Main 48
Advanced 51
Boot Configuration 52
Peripheral Configuration 53
Drive Configuration 54
Floppy Configuration 56
Event Log Configuration 57
Video Configuration 58
Hardware Monitoring 59
Chipset Configuration 60
USB Configuration 62
Security 63
Setting the Supervisor/User password 64
Power 65
Boot 67
Exit 69
5 Troubleshooting 71
Troubleshooting 73
Resetting the system 73
Problems following initial system installation 73
First steps checklist 74
Hardware diagnostic testing 74
Verifying proper operation of key system lights 75
Specific problems and corrective actions 76
BIOS POST error beep codes 84
Troubleshooting BIOS POST error beep codes 84
Appendix A: System management utility 87
ASM 90
System requirements 90
System setup 91
RAID configuration utility 93
SATA RAID configuration utility 93
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SCSI RAID configuration utility 93
Appendix B: SATA RAID configuration 95
Overview 97
Features 97
Configuring arrays 99
RAID configuration utility 102
Using the RAID configuration utility 102
Configuring arrays and logical drives 104
Configuration guidelines 104
Quick configuration 105
Detailed configuration 106
Initializing logical drives 109
Rebuilding failed disks 111
Checking data consistency 112
Troubleshooting 113
Problems and suggested solutions 113
Appendix C: SCSI RAID configuration 115
Configuring the SCSI/SCSI RAID HBA 117
Using the SCSI HBA setup utility 117
Using the MegaRAID configuration utility 119
Index 121
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1 System tour
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The Acer Altos G320 server is an entry level single-
processor general purpose system. The system
offers a new standard for flexible productivity
ideal for small business or workgroup applications.
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Features summary
Listed below are the system’s key features:
Processor
• Support for the following Intel®processors in an LGA775 socket:
• Pentium D processor
• Pentium 4 processor
• Celeron D processor
• Supports 256 KB, 1 MB, 2 MB or 2x1 MB L2 cache
• Supports 800 and 533 MHz FSB
• Supports Intel Dual Core Architecture 1
• Supports Intel Hyper-Threading Technology 2
• Supports Intel EM64T (Extended Memory 64 Technology) 3
Chipset
• Intel E7230 MCH (Memory Controller Hub)
• Intel ICH7R I/O controller
Memory
• Supports up to four DIMM sockets for a maximum memory
capacity of 8 GB
• Supports 512 MB, 1 GB and 2 GB DDR2-533/667 MHz ECC
unbuffered memory modules
• Supports dual-channel interleave operation
Note: Dual-channel memory requires installation of DIMM
modules with identical type, banking, stacking technology and
manufacturer in the Altos G320 system.
1 , 2 and 3 Support for dual core configuration, Hyper-Threading Technology and EM64T
may vary depending on processor-type specifications.
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Media storage
• 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB floppy drive
• DVD-ROM or Combo drive
• Three 5.25-inch device bays for add-on options:
• DAT72 tape drive
• AIT tape drive
Optional media storage
• Supports up to four SATA or SCSI hard disk drives
SATA controller
• Onboard SATA: Intel ICH7R I/O controller supports four SATA ports
that offer data transfer rates of up to 3.0 Gbps
• Supports software RAID 0, 1, and 10 for onboard SATA ports
Networking
• LAN 1: Intel 82541Pl Gigabit Ethernet controller
• LAN 2: Intel 82573V Gigabit Ethernet controller
PCI I/O
• Five PCI bus slots with three separate bus segments:
• Two PCI bus slots (32-bit/33 MHz/3.3 V)
• One x4 PCI Express bus slot (with x1 throughput)
• One x8 PCI Express bus slot
• One x8 PCI Express bus slot (with x4 throughput)
Graphic interface
• ATI ES1000 video controller with 16 MB SDRAM
I/O ports
• Front panel
• Two USB 2.0 ports
• Rear panel
• PS/2 keyboard and mouse port
• Two USB 2.0 ports
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• VGA/monitor port
• Serial port
• Two LAN ports (RJ-45)
Operating system and software
• Microsoft®Windows®Server 2003, X64 edition
• Microsoft Windows Server 2003
•Novell
®NetWare®6.5
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4.0, EM64T
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4.0
•SCOOpenserver
™5.0.7
• SCO Unixware®7.1.4
•SUSE
®Linux Enterprise Server 9.0
• SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9.0 EM64T
• ASM (Acer Server Manager)
• EasyBUILD (includes SATA/SCSI RAID Configuration Utility)
Power supply
• 400-watt ATX12, auto-switching power supply
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External and internal structure
Front panel
No. Component
1 DVD-ROM or Combo drive
2 Volume control
3 Headphone/Earphone port
4 DVD-ROM or Combo drive activity indicator
5 Stop/Eject button
6 FDD (Floppy disk drive)
7 FDD activity indicator
8 FDD eject button
9 Security keylock
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Front panel LED indicators
Below table lists the LED states on the front panel.
10 Hard disk activity indicator 1
11 Power indicator 2
12 Power button
13 USB 2.0 ports
14 5.25-inch drive bays
1 and 2 For more information about the status of the LED indicators, see
Front panel LED indicators table.
LED Color Status Description
Power Green On Power on
Blinking System in ACPI sleep mode.
HDD Green Blinking HDD activity
Off No HDD activity
No. Component
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Rear panel
No. Icon Component
1 Main power supply unit
2 PS/2 keyboard port
3 PS/2 mouse port
4 Serial port
5 VGA/monitor port
6Gigabit LAN 1 and 2 ports (10/100/1000 Mbps) 1
1 and 2 For more information about the status of the LED indicators on the LAN
ports, see LAN LED indicators table.
7 USB ports
8 Expansion slots
9 Rear system fan
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LAN LED indicators
The LAN port features two LEDs, at the right and left, that indicate the
status of each port.
Below table lists the LED states on the LAN ports.
LED Color LED
State Condition
Left Green
(LAN 1) /
Yellow
(LAN 2)
Off LAN link is not established
On LAN link is established.
Blinking Receive or transmit activity is detected.
Right N/A Off 10 Mbps data rate is selected.
Yellow On 100 Mbps data rate is selected.
Green On 1000 Mbps data rate is selected.
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Internal components
No. Component
1 Power supply unit
2 CPU and HSFD (heat sink-fan duct) assembly
3 Mainboard
4PCIslot
5HDDbays
6 5.25-inch device bays
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