Acer AT150 F1 Series User manual

AT150 F1 Series
User Guide

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Acer AT150 F1 Series
User Guide
Acer AT150 F1

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Information for your safety and
comfort
Safety instructions
Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
Turning the product off before cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device
Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to
the power supply unit:
• Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC
power outlet.
• Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the
computer.
• If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the
system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.
CAUTION for accessibility
Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible
and located as close to the equipment operator as possible. When you need to
disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the
electrical outlet.
Warnings
• Do not use this product near water.
• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product
falls, it could be seriously damaged.

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• Slots and openings 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.
• Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet 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 onto or into
the product.
• To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage,
do not place the product on a vibrating surface.
• Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment
which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor
devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery
pack.
• This product is not suitable for use with visual display workplace devices
according to B2 of the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display
Units.
Using electrical power
• 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.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this
product where people will walk on the cord.
• 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.
• Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too
many devices. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch
circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of
the power strip's input rating.
• This product's power supply is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug.
The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet
is properly grounded before inserting the power supply plug. Do not insert
the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for
details.
Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power outlet that is
not properly grounded may result in electric shock and/or injury.

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Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected
noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with
the performance of this product.
• Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need
to replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets
the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, VDE
approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length.
Product servicing
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.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel when:
• the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed
• liquid was spilled into the product
• the product was exposed to rain or water
• the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged
• the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need
for service
• the product does not operate normally after following the operating
instructions
Note: 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.
Disposal instructions
Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding.
To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global
environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste
from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit
www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm.

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Regulations and safety notices
FCC notice
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 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.
Notice: Shielded cables
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables
to maintain compliance with FCC regulations. In compliance with FCC
regulations, use shielded cables to connect to other computing devices. A dual-
link cable is recommended for DVI output.
Notice: Peripheral devices
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to
comply with the Class A limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation
with non-certified 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 computer.

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Operation conditions
This device 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 digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Compliant with Russian regulatory certification
Notice: BSMI
Laser compliance statement
The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product.
The CD or DVD 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.
Appareil à laser de classe 1
Attention : Radiation laser visible et invisible en cas d’ouverture. Éviter toute
exposition aux rayons.
Laserprodukt der Klasse 1
Achtung: Beim Öffnen werden unsichtbare Laserstrahlen freigelegt. Setzen Sie
sich diesen Strahlen nicht aus.

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Prodotto laser di classe 1
Attenzione: Radiazioni laser invisibili in caso d’apertura. Evitare l’esposizione ai
raggi.
Producto láser de Clase 1
Precaución: Cuando está abierta, hay radiación láser. Evite una exposición al haz
de luz.
Produto Laser de Classe 1
Precaução: Radiação laser invisível quando aberto. Evite exposição ao feixe.
Laserproduct klasse 1
Voorzichtig: Onzichtbare laserstraling indien geopend. Voorkom blootstelling
aan straal.
Declaration of Conformity for EU countries
Hereby, Acer, declares that this system is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
List of applicable countries
This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and
constraints in the country of use. For further information, please contact local
office in the country of use. Please see http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/
implem.htm for the latest country list.

Contents
Information for your safety and comfort iii
Regulations and safety notices vi
1 System tour 1
System notes 2
External and internal structure 3
Front panel 3
Rear panel 7
Internal components 9
Mainboard Layout 10
Mainboard jumper settings 14
2 System setup 17
Setting up the system 18
Pre-installation requirements 18
Connecting peripherals 19
Turning on the system 21
To power on the system 21
Power-on problems 22
Configuring the system OS 23
Turning off the system 24
3 System upgrades 25
Installation precautions 26
ESD precautions 26
Pre-installation instructions 27
Post-installation instructions 27
Opening the server 28
Removing and installing the side panel 28
Configuring the hard disk drive 30
Accessing the drive bays 30
Hard disk drive configuration guidelines 31
Determining the drive status 32
Configuring a 5.25-inch storage device 38
Installing an optional 5.25-inch storage device 38
Removing a 5.25-inch storage device 41
Replacing the processor and heatsink fan assembly 42
Removing and installing the heatsink fan assembly 42
Removing and installing the processor 47
Upgrading the system memory 50
System memory interface 50

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Installing an expansion card 61
Installing a SAS card 61
4 System BIOS 65
BIOS overview 66
Entering BIOS Setup 67
BIOS setup primary menus 67
BIOS setup navigation keys 68
Main menu 69
Advanced menu 71
Processor Configuration 72
ATA Controller Configuration 75
Serial Port Configuration 79
USB Configuration 80
USB Mass Storage Device Configuration 80
PCI/PnP Configuration 81
Advanced Chipset Control 82
Power Configuration 89
Security Settings 91
Server Management 94
System Information 94
Console Redirection 96
Boot Configuration 98
Boot Setting Configuration 98
Boot Device Priority 99
Hard Disk Drives 99
Removable Drives 99
CD/DVD Drives 99
Network Drives 100
Exit Options 101
5 System troubleshooting 103
Resetting the system 104
Initial system startup problems 104
BIOS error beep codes 105
Initial troubleshooting checklist 106
Hardware diagnostic testing 107
Checking the boot-up status 107
Verifying the condition of the storage devices 108
Confirming loading of the operating system 108
Specific problems and corrective actions 109

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Appendix A Server management tools 113
Server management overview 114
RAID configuration utilities 115
Intel Onboard SATA RAID Creation 115
Adaptec Onboard SATA RAID Creation 116
MegaRAID SAS 8204ELP Creation 118
MegaRAID SAS 8708EM2 RAID Creation 120
Flex IO SAS RAID Creation 122
Appendix B Rack mount configuration 125
Rack installation information 126
System rack installation 128
Vertical mounting hole pattern 129
Installing the system into the rack 130
Appendix C Acer Smart Console 137
Using Acer Smart Console 138
Software requirements 138
Accessing Acer Smart Console 139
Acer Smart Console user interface 140
System Information 140
Server Health 141
Configuration 143
Remote Control 153
Launch SOL 155
Virtual Media 156
Maintenance 158
KVM function description 159
Exit 165
Index 167

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1 System tour

1 System tour
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System notes
The AT150 F1 is an outstanding 4U dual socket rack-mountable tower
server that supports up to two new generations of Intel architecture
processors (Intel®Xeon 5500 / 5600 series processors), DDR3 memory
technology, PCI Express Gen2 (5.0Gb/s), dual onboard gigabit Ethernet
controllers with Intel®I/O Acceleration Technology 2 (IOAT 2), VT-d
and iSCSI boot and integrated BMC management feature.
The AT150 F1 targets small and medium businesses that require server
solution combined with performance, reliability and expandability.
AT150 F1 is a flexible and high reliability tower server that satisfies
growing businesses and customers’ needs.
System features and support
• Supports up to four 3.5-inch or eight 2.5-inch SAS/SATA hard disk
drives
• Six USB ports (four on the rear panel and two on the front panel)
• Supports dual Intel®Xeon 5500 / 5600 series processors
• Twelve DIMM slots that support a maximum of 96 GB (registered)
or 48 GB (unbuffered) memory

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External and internal structure
Front panel
With 3.5-inch HDD bays

1 System tour
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With 2.5-inch HDD bays
No. Icon Component Description
1 Hard disk drive
bays
Drive bays for 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch
hard disk drives.
2 5.25-inch drive
bays
Drive bays for 5.25-inch devices (i.e.
ODD, tape drives, etc.)
3 Optical drive Disk drive for reading CD, VCD, and
DVD contents.
4 Power button Press to turn the server on/off, or to
put it in standby mode
5 Power indicator Indicates the system power status.
6 HDD activity
indicator
Indicates the status of a system hard
disk drive.

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7 System status/fault
indicator
Indicates the status of the system
operations.
8 LAN port 1 activity
indicator
Indicates the system network 1
connection status.
9 LAN port 2 activity
indicator
Indicates the system network 2
connection status.
10 System ID switch/
indicator
Indicates if the system ID button is
pressed or activated through IPMI.
11 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB devices.
12 Bezel door Unlock and open the bezel door to
power on the server and access the
server’s hard drives and USB ports.
13 Security keylock Secures the bezel door to protect the
server unit from unauthorized access.
No. Icon Component Description

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Front panel LED indicator status
LED
indicator
LED
color LED state Status
Power state
indicator
Green On S0: Power On
Green Blink (1 Hz with at
50% duty cycle)
S1: Sleep
N/A Off S4
N/A Off S5
HDD activity
indicator
Amber Blink HDD access
N/A Off No access and
No HDD fault
System
status
Red On CPU overheat
Red Fast blink (once per
second)
Fan failure
Red Slow blink (once
every 4 seconds)
Power failure
N/A Off Normal
LAN activity
indicators
LAN1
LAN2
Green On LAN link/No access
Green Blink LAN access
N/A Off Disconnect/Idle
System ID
indicator
N/A Off Normal
Blue On System Identification
Blue Blinking IPMI-activated system ID

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Rear panel
No. Icon Component Description
1Dummy
power supply
module
2Server
management
port (10/100)
Reserved for remote management of
server.
3 PS/2 mouse
port
Connects to a PS/2 mouse.
4 PS/2 keyboard
port
Connects to a PS/2 keyboard.
5 USB 2.0 ports Connect to USB devices.

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LAN port LED indicator status
6 Monitor port Connects to monitors.
7 Gigabit LAN
port
Connects to an internet or intranet
network.
8 Serial port Connects to serial devices.
9 Rear system ID
switch
Press to mark the server unit within a
server group (when rack mounted) for
purpose of identification during
servicing or maintenance procedures.
10 PCI slot covers Protect the vacant expansion slots.
11 System fans Regulate the system airflow.
12 Power supply
module
Provides power to the system.
LED indicator LED color LED state Status
RJ45 LED
(left)
N/A Off No connection or
10 Mbps
Green On 100 Mbps
Amber On 1000 Mbps
RJ45 LED
(right)
Yellow On Active connection
Yellow Blinking Transmit/Receive activity
No. Icon Component Description