Compaq ProSignia 200 6/233 Operating and safety instructions

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ProSignia 200 6/233 Server
Setup and Installation Guide
Third Edition (October 1997)
292988-003
Compaq Computer Corporation

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Contents
Preface
Using the Setup and Installation Guide...........................................................................ix
Text Conventions..............................................................................................................x
Symbols in Text...............................................................................................................xi
Symbols on Equipment....................................................................................................xi
For More Information.................................................................................................... xii
Online Help ........................................................................................................... xiii
Compaq CDs ..........................................................................................................xiv
Other Hardcopy Documents....................................................................................xv
Compaq Web Site....................................................................................................xv
Compaq Authorized Reseller or Service Provider.................................................xvi
Customer Support........................................................................................................ xvii
Getting Product Updates.............................................................................................. xvii
Chapter 1
Compaq ProSignia 200 6/233 Features
Industry Support........................................................................................................... 1-1
Comprehensive Customer Support............................................................................... 1-2
Standard Features ......................................................................................................... 1-2
Front Panel Components....................................................................................... 1-2
Rear Panel Connectors .......................................................................................... 1-3
Network Controller ............................................................................................... 1-5
Drive Positions...................................................................................................... 1-5
Processor Board..................................................................................................... 1-6
System Memory .................................................................................................... 1-7
Expansion Slots..................................................................................................... 1-7
IDE Enhanced Disk Controller ............................................................................. 1-7
Network Controller ............................................................................................... 1-8

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Video Controller.................................................................................................... 1-8
ROM...................................................................................................................... 1-8
Power Supply ........................................................................................................ 1-8
Warranty................................................................................................................ 1-8
Server Management and Configuration ....................................................................... 1-9
Compaq SmartStart ............................................................................................... 1-9
Compaq Insight Manager...................................................................................... 1-9
Automatic Server Recovery-2 (ASR-2).............................................................. 1-10
Security Features ........................................................................................................ 1-10
Getting Additional Configuration Information ..........................................................1-11
Ordering ECC Memory Upgrades.............................................................................. 1-11
Chapter 2
Server Installation Overview
Overview of Installing the Server................................................................................. 2-2
Selecting a Site and Unpacking the Server .................................................................. 2-3
Installing Hardware Options and Setting Switches...................................................... 2-4
Locating Materials........................................................................................................ 2-4
Removing the Side Access Panel......................................................................... 2-5
Replacing the Side Access Panel .........................................................................2-6
Chapter 3
Installing Hardware Options
Pre-Failure Warranty.................................................................................................... 3-2
Insight Manager Alert ........................................................................................... 3-2
Using the Power Switch Security Feature.................................................................... 3-2
Disabling the Power Switch Security Feature....................................................... 3-3
Installing Expansion Boards......................................................................................... 3-5
Removing the Expansion Backplane Brace.......................................................... 3-6
Removing an Expansion Slot Cover ..................................................................... 3-7

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Installing Hardware Options
Continued
Installing an Expansion Board ..............................................................................3-8
Replacing the Expansion Backplane Brace......................................................... 3-10
Installing a Processor in Your ProSignia 200 6/233 Server....................................... 3-11
Removing the System Board Tray...................................................................... 3-11
Replacing the Processor...................................................................................... 3-13
Removing the Processor...................................................................................... 3-13
Installing the Processor ....................................................................................... 3-15
Installing a Memory Upgrade on the Video Graphics Board ............................. 3-17
Adding Memory to the ProSignia 200 6/233 ............................................................. 3-19
Installing SIMMs................................................................................................. 3-20
Configuring Mass Storage Devices............................................................................ 3-22
Removable Media Storage.................................................................................. 3-22
Drive Installation Guidelines .............................................................................. 3-22
Installing Drives into the ProSignia 200 6/233 Server............................................... 3-24
Chapter 4
Cabling Guidelines
IDE Cabling Guidelines ............................................................................................... 4-1
IDE Standard Cables............................................................................................. 4-1
IDE Cabling Scenarios.......................................................................................... 4-3
Device Installation Rules ...................................................................................... 4-4
SCSI Cabling Guidelines.............................................................................................. 4-5
SCSI Cable Connectors......................................................................................... 4-6
Determining Cabling Needs.................................................................................. 4-7
Internal Cabling Guidelines ..................................................................................4-8
Internal Cabling Guidelines ................................................................................4-15
Connecting the Power Cord and Peripheral Devices .................................................4-17
Completing the Installation Process........................................................................... 4-20

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Chapter 5
Server Configuration and Utilities
Resolving Resource Conflicts ..................................................................................... 5-2
Starting the System Configuration Utility.................................................................... 5-3
System Configuration Utility Main Menu.................................................................... 5-3
System Configuration Menu ................................................................................ 5-4
System Partition ................................................................................................... 5-6
Creating a New System Partition......................................................................... 5-7
Verifying the System Partition............................................................................. 5-7
Upgrading the System Partition ...........................................................................5-8
Configuration Backup ................................................................................................. 5-8
Configuration Backup and Configuration History Files....................................... 5-8
Configuring PCI Boards Automatically..................................................................... 5-10
Removing Boards...................................................................................................... 5-10
Installing an Operating System ................................................................................. 5-10
Loading Compaq Device Drivers............................................................................... 5-11
Compaq NetWare and IntranetWare Device Drivers.......................................... 5-12
Windows NT Device Drivers from Compaq ...................................................... 5-14
SCO OpenServer and SCO UnixWare Device Drivers from Compaq............... 5-15
SCO OpenServer................................................................................................. 5-16
UnixWare ............................................................................................................ 5-16
IBM OS/2 Device Drivers from Compaq ........................................................... 5-16
Banyan VINES Device Drivers from Compaq.................................................. 5-17
Diagnostics and Other Utilities ................................................................................. 5-18
Appendix A
Electrostatic Discharge
Grounding Methods..................................................................................................... A-1

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Appendix B
Installing a New Battery
System Board Battery Replacement.............................................................................B-1
System Board Battery Install........................................................................................B-2
Placing the Battery .......................................................................................................B-3
Riser Board Battery Replacement................................................................................B-3
Riser Board Battery Installation...........................................................................B-4
Battery Placement on Riser Board.......................................................................B-5
Appendix C
Power Cord Set Requirements
General Requirements ..................................................................................................C-1
Country-Specific Requirements ...................................................................................C-2
Appendix D
Switches and Jumpers
Setting System Board Switches.................................................................................. D-1
Switch Bank Switch SW1 Settings ...................................................................... D-2
Setting NIC Switches Using Switch SW2 ........................................................... D-2
Switch Bank Switch SW 3 Settings ..................................................................... D-3
SCSI Device Jumper Settings...................................................................................... D-4
Jumper Settings........................................................................................................... D-5
Appendix E
Regulatory Compliance Notices
Federal Communications Commission Notice.............................................................E-1
Modifications.........................................................................................................E-1
Cables....................................................................................................................E-2
Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the
FCC Logo-United States only......................................................................................E-2
Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien)................................................................................E-2

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Regulatory Compliance Notices
Continued
European Union Notice................................................................................................E-3
Japanese Notice ............................................................................................................E-3
Laser Devices ...............................................................................................................E-4
Laser Safety Warnings ..........................................................................................E-4
Compliance with CDRH Regulations...................................................................E-4
Compliance with International Regulations..........................................................E-4
Laser Product Label...............................................................................................E-5
Laser Information..................................................................................................E-5
Battery Replacement Notice.........................................................................................E-6
Battery Recycling Notice .............................................................................................E-6
Appendix F
Specifications and Connector Interfaces
ProSignia 200 6/233 Specifications .............................................................................F-1
Connector Interfaces.....................................................................................................F-2
Index

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Preface
Using the Setup and
Installation Guide
This Setup and Installation Guide contains detailed information about the
Compaq ProSignia 200 6/233 server. A summary of each chapter follows:
■ Chapter 1 Compaq ProSignia 200 6/233 Features
This chapter provides a brief summary of the standard features of the
ProSignia 200 6/233 server. It describes two valuable software
programs, SmartStart and Compaq Insight Manager, which Compaq
provides for you for use with your ProSignia 200 6/233 server.
■ Chapter 2 Server Installation Overview
This chapter provides instructions for first-time installation.
■ Chapter 3 Installing Hardware Options
This chapter provides instructions for installing options for Compaq
ProSignia 200 6/233 servers.
■ Chapter 4 Cabling Guidelines
This chapter provides detailed information on how to cable your server
for a variety of configurations.
■ Chapter 5 Server Configuration and Utilities
This chapter tells how to use the Compaq System Configuration Utility
software program to complete configuration changes. The chapter also
includes information about required Compaq network drivers.
■ Appendix A Electrostatic Discharge
This section suggests ways to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) and
the damage it can cause.
■ Appendix B Installing a New Battery
This section contains information on replacing the system and riser
board batteries.
■ Appendix C Power Cord Set Requirements
This appendix contains requirements for the power cord set now
available with the ProSignia 200 6/233 servers. A table lists power cord
set requirements for each country.

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■ Appendix D Switches and Jumpers
This appendix provides the correct settings for the switches on the
System board and riser boards.
■ Appendix E Regulatory Compliance Notices
This appendix includes regulatory notices required by various agencies.
■ Appendix F Specifications and Connector Interfaces
This appendix provides detailed specifications for easy reference.
■ Index
Text Conventions
This document uses the following conventions to distinguish elements of text:
Text Conventions
Convention Use
Keys Keys appear in boldface. A plus sign (+)
between two keys indicates that they
should be pressed simultaneously.
USER INPUT User input appears in a different typeface
and in uppercase.
FILENAMES File names appear in uppercase italics.
Menu Options, Command Names,
Dialog Box Names These appear in initial capital letters.
COMMANDS, DIRECTORY NAMES,
and DRIVE NAMES These always appear in uppercase.
Type When you are instructed to type
information, type the information without
pressing the Enter key.
Enter When you are instructed
to enter
information, type the information and
then press the Enter key.

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Symbols in Text
The following words and symbols mark special messages throughout
this guide:
WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow
directions in the warning can result in bodily harm or loss of life.
CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow
directions can result in damage to equipment or loss of information.
IMPORTANT: Text set off in this manner presents clarifying information or specific
instructions.
NOTE: Text set off in this manner presents commentary, sidelights, or interesting
points of information.
Symbols on Equipment
These icons may be located on equipment in areas where hazardous conditions
may exist.
WARNING: Any surface or area of the equipment marked with
these symbols indicates the presence of a hot surface or hot
component. If this surface is contacted, the potential for injury
exists. To reduce risk of injury from a hot component, allow the
surface to cool before touching.

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WARNING: Any surface or area of the equipment marked with
these symbols indicates the presence of electrical shock hazards.
The enclosed area contains no operator serviceable parts. To
reduce risk of injury from electrical shock hazards, do not open
this enclosure.
WARNING: Any RJ-45 receptacle marked with these symbols
indicates a Network Interface Connection. To reduce risk of
electrical shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug
telephone or telecommunications connectors into this receptacle.
For More Information
Contact your nearest Authorized Compaq Reseller or Service Provider for more
information.
■ In the United States, call 1-800-345-1518.
■ In Canada, call 1-800-263-5868.
■ For Compaq technical support in the United States and Canada, call
1-800-OKCOMPAQ (1-800-652-6672).
Elsewhere, call the number listed in the following table to locate your nearest
Authorized Compaq Reseller or Service Provider.
Worldwide Telephone Numbers
Location Telephone Number
A
rgentina 54-1-796-1616
A
sia (65) 75044371
A
ustralia 008 812 800
A
ustria 0222 878 16-16
Belgium 02-716-95-11
Brazil 55-11-246-7866
Central America/Caribbean 1-713-374-4420
Chile 56-2-274-1911
Colombia 57-1-312-0145
continued

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Worldwide Telephone Numbers
Continued
Location Telephone Number
Denmark 45 90 45 45
Eastern Europe 089/99 33-0
Rest of Europe/Middle East/Africa 089/99 33-27 66
Finland 90 435 77373
France (1) 69 86 72 72
Germany 0180/521 21 11
Hong Kong 852 867 1671
Italy 02 167 825 012
J
apan 01-2010-1589
Mexico 52-5-229-7900
Netherlands 0 1820-65805
New Zealand 649 307 3969
Norway 22 65 6500
Puerto Rico 1-809-765-4360
Spain 91 640 1500
Sweden 46 08 703 5200
Switzerland #1 / 838 22 22
United Kingdom 081 332 3888
Venezuela 58-2-953-6861
Online Help
Users can download drivers, patches, and Compaq service updates from the
following sources:
■ Online services such as CompuServe, Prodigy, and America Online can
be used if you are a member. Use the keywords to access Compaq
materials:
❏ Compuserve- The keywords are “GO COMPAQ.”
❏ Prodigy- Choose the “Jump” navigation command, then enter the
keyword “COMPAQ.”
❏ America Online- Enter the keyword “COMPAQ.”

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■ Internet: Questions can be submitted to Compaq Technical Support staff
using the electronic mail address: [email protected]. Compaq
files can be accessed using the address: FTP.COMPAQ.COM. Enter
"anonymous" for the user name at the log-in prompt and enter your full
Internet electronic mail address for the password. You can access
Compaq's World Wide Web server through the Uniform Resource
Locator (URL):
http://www.compaq.com.
■ Compaq Download Facility: Call 1-281-518-1418
Compaq CDs
Compaq Systems Reference Library CD
Compaq Systems Reference Library CD is located in the Reference Information
pack and includes the following online documents:
❏ Diagnostics
❏ Insight Manager documentation
❏ Integration TechNotes
❏ Part number lists
❏ SCSI and other options guides
❏ Security Management
❏ Server Maintenance and Service Guides (MSGs)
❏ Server reference guides

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Compaq SmartStart and Support
Software CD
Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD is located in the Server Setup and
Management pack and contains:
❏ System Configuration Utility software
❏ ROMPaq
❏ Drivers
Compaq Management CD
The Compaq Management CD is located in the Server Setup and Management
pack and contains:
❏ Insight Manager Utility software
❏ Online Help for the Insight Manager Utility
Other Hardcopy Documents
In addition to this guide, there are instruction labels located on the inside of the side
access panel.
Compaq Web Site
http://www.compaq.com

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Compaq Authorized Reseller or Service
Provider
Compaq Worldwide Technical Support Telephone Numbers
Location Voice FAX
A
PD 65-7503030 65-7504909
A
rgentina 54-1 313 3100 54-1 313 3100 Ext 21
A
ustralia 61-2-9911-1955 61-2-9911-1900
A
ustria 0222-87816-16 0222-87816-82
Bahrain 973-210-214
Belgium (02) 716-96-96 (02) 725-22-13
Brazil 55 11 5505-3600 55 11 5505-3922 Ext 4336
Canada 1-800-386-2172
Caribbean 1-800-345-1518
Central America 713-378-2206
Chile 562-274-3007
China 86-10-834-6721 86-10-834-6713
Colombia 571-345-0266 571-312-0157
Czech Republic 42-2-232-8772 42-2-232-8773
Denmark 45-90-4545 45-90-4595
Ecuador 593-2504540
Europe/Middle East/Africa (49) 089-9933-2891
Finland 9800-206-720
(358-800-1-206720) 90-6155-9899 (358-0-61559899
France (33 1) 41-33-4455 (33 1) 41-33-4263
Germany 0180-5-212111 089-9933-3399
Hong Kong 852-90116633 852-28671734
Hungary 36-1-201-8776 36-1-201-9696
India (91-80) 559-6023
Italy 392-57-90300 392-575-00686
J
apan 0120-101589 81 3-5402-5959
Korea 82-2-523-3575 82-2-3471-0321
Malaysia [phone]
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Compaq Worldwide Technical Support Telephone Numbers
continued
Location Voice FAX
Mexico [phone] [phone]
Netherlands 06-91681616 06-8991116
New Zealand 649-307-3969
Norway 22-072-020 22-072-021
Poland 48-2-630-3535 48-2-630-3553
Portugal 351-1-4120132 351-1-4120654
Singapore 65-7503030 65-7504909
South Africa 27-11-728-6999 27-11-728-3335
Spain 341-640-1302 341-640-0124
Sweden (46) 8 703 5240 (46) 8 703 5222
Switzerland 411 838 410/2222 01-837-0969
Taiwan (886) 2-3761170 (886) 2-7322660
Thailand 62-2-679-6222 62-2-679-6220
United Kingdom 44-81-332-3888 44-81-332-3409
United States 1-800-386-2172 1-800-345-1518
Venezuela (582) 953.69.44 (582) 952.86.70
Customer Support
Compaq servers are backed by comprehensive and flexible customer support
programs. Refer to your SmartStart and Support Software CD for information
on Compaq Service Providers and Authorized Compaq Resellers in your area.
This information is located under the Service Catalog button of the SmartStart
and Support Software CD Online Reference menu.
Compaq Integration TechNotes provide detailed information on optimizing
Compaq servers for advanced networks. Download TechNotes from the
Systems Reference Library CD.
Getting Product Updates
The latest product updates are available on the Internet at the Compaq World Wide
Web site. Access the site through the following address:
http://www.compaq.com

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Compaq ProSignia 200 6/233 Setup and Installation Guide
Preface
Using the Setup and
Installation Guide
This Setup and Installation Guide contains detailed information about the
Compaq ProSignia 200 6/233 server. A summary of each chapter follows:
■ Chapter 1 Compaq ProSignia 200 6/233 Features
This chapter provides a brief summary of the standard features of the
ProSignia 200 6/233 server. It describes two valuable software
programs, SmartStart and Compaq Insight Manager, which Compaq
provides for you for use with your ProSignia 200 6/233 server.
■ Chapter 2 Server Installation Overview
This chapter provides instructions for first-time installation.
■ Chapter 3 Installing Hardware Options
This chapter provides instructions for installing options for Compaq
ProSignia 200 6/233 servers.
■ Chapter 4 Cabling Guidelines
This chapter provides detailed information on how to cable your server
for a variety of configurations.
■ Chapter 5 Server Configuration and Utilities
This chapter tells how to use the Compaq System Configuration Utility
software program to complete configuration changes. The chapter also
includes information about required Compaq network drivers.
■ Appendix A Electrostatic Discharge
This section suggests ways to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) and
the damage it can cause.
■ Appendix B Installing a New Battery
This section contains information on replacing the system and riser
board batteries.
■ Appendix C Power Cord Set Requirements
This appendix contains requirements for the power cord set now
available with the ProSignia 200 6/233 servers. A table lists power cord
set requirements for each country.

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■ Appendix D Switches and Jumpers
This appendix provides the correct settings for the switches on the
System board and riser boards.
■ Appendix E Regulatory Compliance Notices
This appendix includes regulatory notices required by various agencies.
■ Appendix F Specifications and Connector Interfaces
This appendix provides detailed specifications for easy reference.
■ Index
Text Conventions
This document uses the following conventions to distinguish elements of text:
Text Conventions
Convention Use
Keys Keys appear in boldface. A plus sign (+)
between two keys indicates that they
should be pressed simultaneously.
USER INPUT User input appears in a different typeface
and in uppercase.
FILENAMES File names appear in uppercase italics.
Menu Options, Command Names,
Dialog Box Names These appear in initial capital letters.
COMMANDS, DIRECTORY NAMES,
and DRIVE NAMES These always appear in uppercase.
Type When you are instructed to type
information, type the information without
pressing the Enter key.
Enter When you are instructed
to enter
information, type the information and
then press the Enter key.

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Symbols in Text
The following words and symbols mark special messages throughout
this guide:
WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow
directions in the warning can result in bodily harm or loss of life.
CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow
directions can result in damage to equipment or loss of information.
IMPORTANT: Text set off in this manner presents clarifying information or specific
instructions.
NOTE: Text set off in this manner presents commentary, sidelights, or interesting
points of information.
Symbols on Equipment
These icons may be located on equipment in areas where hazardous conditions
may exist.
WARNING: Any surface or area of the equipment marked with
these symbols indicates the presence of a hot surface or hot
component. If this surface is contacted, the potential for injury
exists. To reduce risk of injury from a hot component, allow the
surface to cool before touching.