CRYSTAL GROUP INC. RS132L24 User manual

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CONTENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................. 1
WE THANK YOU ..................................................................................................................... 3
SAFETY .................................................................................................................................. 4
ADVISORIES ....................................................................................................................................4
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS ...............................................................................................................5
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) ...................................................................................................5
BATTERY DISPOSAL .........................................................................................................................5
A CONTACT INFORMATION ............................................................................................. 6
CUSTOMER SERVICE HOURS OF OPERATION ....................................................................................6
TECHNICAL SUPPORT ASSISTANCE AVAILABILITY .............................................................................6
B PRODUCT INFORMATION ............................................................................................. 7
OVERVIEW .....................................................................................................................................7
IDENTIFYING THE SERVER TYPE .......................................................................................................7
SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................................................................7
C INSTALLING THE PRODUCT ......................................................................................... 10
GROUNDING ................................................................................................................................ 10
RACK MOUNTING PRECAUTIONS .................................................................................................. 10

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INSTALLING THE PRODUCT IN AN EQUIPMENT RACK ..................................................................... 11
D OPERATING THE PRODUCT ......................................................................................... 15
CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE .............................................................................................. 15
POWERING THE SERVER ON .......................................................................................................... 15
E MAINTAINING THE PRODUCT ..................................................................................... 16
DRIVER UPDATES .......................................................................................................................... 16
CHASSIS ACCESS ........................................................................................................................... 16
CHASSIS VIEWS ............................................................................................................................. 17
INPUT/OUTPUT (I/O) PORTS: ................................................................................................. 18
INPUT/OUTPUT (I/O) PORTS CONTINUED: ..................................................................................... 19
INPUT/OUTPUT (I/O) MOTHERBOARD GUIDES: ............................................................................. 20
EXPANSION/RISER CARD REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT ............................................................... 21
HARD DRIVE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT .................................................................................. 23
MEMORY REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT ...................................................................................... 24
F TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................... 26
AVAILABLE WARRANTY ....................................................................................................... 27
CRYSTAL GROUP LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................................................................... 27
LEGAL INFORMATION .......................................................................................................... 28
DISCLAIMERS ....................................................................................................................... 29
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES ........................................................................................... 29

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WE THANK YOU!
From all of us at Crystal Group Inc., THANK YOU for your purchase of the RS132L24. Our
customers are the lifeline that keeps Crystal going. That is why it is extremely important to us
that our customers are 100% satisfied with their product choice.
Crystal products are designed to provide superior performance and reliability in the harshest
environments. Our company is ISO 9001:2008 and AS9100C:2009 certified QMS to show that
we are dedicated to providing high quality products to our customers.
We are confident that this server will meet or exceed your expectations for what a rugged
industrial/military computer server should accomplish. If you have any questions or concerns,
please contact us at one of the options listed in the Contact Information section on page 6.

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SAFETY
Any service should be performed by qualified service personnel. Carefully follow all advisories
and instructions in this user guide to avoid causing any bodily injury or damage to the unit. This
product does not contain any user serviceable parts.
ADVISORIES
Three types of advisories are used throughout this user guide to emphasize important
information or to warn of potential hazards to the user or equipment. These advisories each
have a specific icon that will stand for one of the following: Note, Warning, or Caution. An
example of each is shown below:
NOTE
A note indicates important information that helps make better use of the equipment.
WARNING
A warning indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
CAUTION
Caution indicates potential damage to RS132L24 or loss of data if instructions are not
followed.

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HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
This product has components that may be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD).
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD)
To protect the equipment from electrostatic discharge, observe the following precautions when
handling or storing the equipment or its components:
1. Always use a grounded wrist strap at the workstation or ground frequently by touching
the metal chassis of the system before handling any components. The chassis must be
connected to an earth ground.
2. Use antistatic padding on all work surfaces.
3. Avoid static-inducing carpet areas.
4. Keep the electronic components in its static shield bag until ready to perform
installation or after removing it from the server.
5. Always handle the memory or expansion cards by the edges.
6. Do not touch the input/output connector pins.
BATTERY DISPOSAL
The following applies to any battery that might be on any board installed in the RS132L24
equipment:
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the m

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A CONTACT INFORMATION
support of
Our technical personnel are acutely aware that downtime experienced by a
customer is a mission critical event. They excel at providing timely and effective responses to
any technical issues encountered in the field. Please contact us with any questions or concerns
by using one of the options below:
CUSTOMER SERVICE HOURS OF OPERATION:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday through Friday Central Time.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT ASSISTANCE AVAILABILITY:
7/24/365- 7 days a week; 24 hours a day; 365 days a year.
After hours messaging service is available with a less than 30-minutes response time.
Within the United States: 800-378-1636
International Number: 1+319-378-1636
Email Address: [email protected]om
Request a Form Under Tech Support:
http://www.crystalrugged.com
For Up-to-the-minute Crystal Products Information: http://www.crystalrugged.com

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B PRODUCT INFORMATION
OVERVIEW
The Crystal RS132L24 is a compact one rack unit (R/U) computer in a 1.75
wide by 24 is designed for (see section
Installing the Product for more information) or used as a stand-alone unit. The RS132L24
consists of an aluminum chassis/enclosure, a power supply, an active motherboard,
processor(s), BD/CD/DVD, memory, and storage).
IDENTIFYING THE SERVER TYPE
The actual number of expansion slots is motherboard dependent.
SPECIFICATIONS
Mechanical 1U)
Height
Width
Jonathan Rails] EIA-310 rack compliant
Depth
Weight 19 27 lbs. (depending on content)
RS132L24
RS 1 3 2
L24
Rugged
Server
1U
Rack
Units
# of
expansion
slots in
chassis
# of
drive
bays
Depth of
chassis, in
inches
Table
1

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Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
Environmental kits available for shock,
vibration, EMI and humidity.
Expansion Slots X9DRW-F: Two (2) PCIe 3.0X16
X9SRW-IF: Two (2) PCIe 3.0X16, one (1) PCIeX8
low profile
External Bays
Option 1 (standard)
HDD
Option 2
Option 3 (can be combined with HDD option) One (1) CD/DVD/BD (R/W)
Cooling
High speed, high volume fans (6) CPU
temperature controlled
Mounting Options
Option 1 (standard) Mounted on Crystal glides
Option 2 Fixed mount, front and rear
Option 3 Jonathan rails

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Power Supply Options
Option 1 (standard) 460W 120/240VAC 50/60Hz w/PFC, 115VAC
400Hz
Option 2 425W DC 18-36V
System Board
Option 1 (Standard) X9DRW-IF, LGA2011 XEON, WIO, 2LAN1000,
VGA, 2 PCI-EX16, IPMI, IPKVM, SATA2X8,
SATA3X2, SUPERMICRO
Option 2 X9SRW-F, LGA2011 XEON, WIO, 2LAN1000,
VGA, 2 PCI-E X16, 1 PCI-E X8, IPMI, IPKVM,
SATA2X4, SATA3X2, SUPERMICRO
Military Standards)
For a complete list of Military Standards visit the Crystal Group website at:
http://www.crystalrugged.com
Commercial Standards
Commercial standards are based on the National Electric Code (NFPA70- National Fire
Protection Association). Please visit the following link to learn more about the National Electric
Code standards:
http://www.nfpa.org

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C INSTALLING THE PRODUCT
GROUNDING
AC Version- to ensure a good earth ground, the RS132L24 should be used with a UL
listed three-conductor power cord connected to a three-conductor grounded power
source.
DC Version- input installations- use only approved copper connectors.
Reliable Grounding- reliable grounding of rack mounted equipment should be
maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than
direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g., use of power strips). Please see Figure 5
on page 17 for an example image of a ground stud.
RACK MOUNTING PRECAUTIONS
To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, special
precautions must be taken to ensure that the system remains stable. The following
guidelines are provided to ensure personal safety:
If using an equipment rack, make sure to securely bolt the rack frame to the floor or
vehicle.
Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature- if installed in a closed or multi-unit rack
assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack contents may be greater than
room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in
an environmentally compatible rack with the manufacturer's maximum rated ambient
temperature.
Reduced Air Flow- installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the air
flow is not restricted.
Mechanical Loading- mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a
hazardous condition is not created due to uneven mechanical loading.
Circuit Overloading- consideration should be given to how the equipment will be
connected to a supply circuit and the effect that the loading of circuits might have on
overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of the equipment
ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
All electrical wiring should be in accordance with the National Electric Code, or
prevailing Military Standards.

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INSTALLING THE PRODUCT IN AN EQUIPMENT RACK
Using Fixed Mounting Brackets
To install RS132L24 with fixed mounting brackets in an equipment rack, complete the steps and
see Figure 1 below:
1. Line up eight holes on the sides of the rear mounting brackets with eight holes on the sides
of the chassis and secure with 16 (eight per side) 8-32 x 0 ee #2 in
Figure 1).
It may not be possible to line up all holes. If more than three holes do not line up on
each side, please contact Technical Support.
2. Line up four holes on the front mounting ears at the desired level on the front of the
equipment rack, and attach to the rack using four (two per side) 10-32 x 0
provided (see #3 in Figure 1).
3. Line up four holes on the rear mounting ears at the desired level on the rear of the
equipment rack, and attach to the rack using four (two per side) 10-32 x 0 rack screws
provided (see #4 in Figure 1).
Fixed Mounting Brackets Parts List
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1MOUNTING EAR, EXTENDED SLOT
2SCREW, 8-32 X 0.375", 82D PHL FH, SS
3SCREW, PHIL TRUSS HEAD 10-32 X 0.75"
4SCREW, PHIL TRUSS HEAD 10-
Figure
1
. Fixed Mounting Brackets
CRYSTAL RS SERIES
SERVER (NOT
INCLUDED)
CUSTOMER RACK/ENCLOSURE
(SHOWN FOR REFERENCE ONLY)
3
4
4
3
2
1
1
The image shown
may not depict the
product received.
Table 2
Figure 1

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Figure
2
.
Crystal Slides
1
Not all chassis support Crystal
Slides
Using Crystal Slides
To install RS132L24 with Crystal Slides in an equipment rack, complete the following steps and
see Figure 2 below:
1. Loosen adjuster screws.
2. Line up the top and bottom holes on the front & rear mounting ears at the desired level of
the equipment rack, and attach to the rack using four (two per side) 10-32 x 0.50
screws provided (see #1, #2 and #5 in Figure 2).
It may not be possible to line up all holes. If more than three holes do not line up,
please contact Technical Support.
3. Tighten adjuster screws.
4. Line up the server side slots with the slides and gently push to install in the rack.
5. To secure the server when transporting or when extension of server is not necessary, screw
two 10-32 x 0 to the middle hole of the front bracket ears (see #1 and #4).
Crystal Slides Parts List
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 FRONT MOUNTING EAR, SLIDE
2 REAR MOUNTING EAR, SLIDE
3 GUIDEBAR, T-SLOT SLIDE
4 SCREW, PHIL TRUSS HEAD 10-32 X
5 SCREW, PHIL TRUSS HEAD 10-
6 SCREW, 8-32 X 0.375 FHD 82D, SS
Figure 2
Table
3

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Using Jonathan Rails
To install RS132L24 with Jonathan Rails in an equipment rack, complete the following steps
below and see Figure 3 on the following page.
1. Attach a bracket (see #6 in Figure 3) to the smooth side of the Jonathan rail that has
four or more holes in a row (see #9 in Figure 3). There are five slots on each bracket;
when attaching to the rail side with the row of holes, place the first screw in the second
slit back from the ear. Make sure the arrow marking is pointing downward.
2. Slowly extend the rail to view the screw access hole that will allow attachment of the
four 8-32 x 0.313 screws with four 8-32 X 0.344 keps nuts (see #10 in Figure 3). Place
a screw in the first hole and slide the rail to the second hole to insert a screw. Continue
until all four screws have been inserted. If the rail slides too far before placing a screw
in one of the holes, it may lock into position. Unlock rail by pressing down on the lock
mechanism (see # 11 in Figure 3).
3. Rail should be fully extended after placing the four screws in the holes and securing to
the bracket.
4. Set the appropriate length and attach two 8-32 x 0.313 screws with two kep nuts in the
two longer slits provided. Make sure the arrow marking is pointed downward. Keep rail
fully extended (see # in Figure 3).
5. Repeat steps 1-4 for the second rail.
6. With rails fully extended, locate the four holes used to attach the rails to each side of
the server. Make sure the rails are positioned with the arrow markings pointed
downward.
7. Secure to the server using four 8-32 x 0.313 screws for each side.
8. An assistant may be needed: Attach the server into the rack mount by screwing eight
10-32 x 0.50 screws into the top and bottom holes of the bracket ears (two for front
right; two for front left; two for back right and two for back left bracket holes) (see #
6, 7 in Figure 3).
9. To secure the server when transporting or when extension of server is not necessary,
screw two 10- in the middle hole on the front bracket ears (see #4 in
Figure 3).

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The images on the following page may not depict the product received.
Jonathan Rails Parts List
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 SCREW, PHIL FHD 100D 8-
2 KEPS NUT, 8-32 X 0.344 HEAD STL
3 SCREW, PHIL TRUSS HEAD 10-
4 SCREW, PHIL TRUSS HEAD 10-
5 -20
6 BRACKET, RH, RACK MOUNT
7 BRACKET, LH, RACK MOUNT
8 ARROW MARK (2 ON EACH RAIL)
9 ROW OF HOLES (ATLEAST 4 ON EACH RAIL)
10 SCREW ACCESS HOLE (1 ON EACH RAIL)
11 LOCK MECHANISM (1 ON EACH RAIL)
12 LOCK MECHANISM (2 ON EACH RAIL)
13 FOUR HOLES (2 ROWS OF 2- 4 ON EACH RAIL)
Figure
3
.
Jonathan Rails
6
10
7
6
3
3
3
8
4
1
2
2
1
5
5
9
7
11
12
Extended Views
4
Closed
Views
with Brackets
13
9
Table
4
Not all chassis support Jonathan Rails

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D OPERATING THE PRODUCT
If the RS132L24 is part of a rack configuration, refer to the more
information on connecting to a power source.
CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE
Please see Section C- Installing the Product on page 10 for more information.
POWERING THE SERVER ON
After securely attaching the power connection, press the Power On/Off switch which will be
located on either the front or the back of the chassis depending on the specific configuration. A
blue LED will illuminate when power is applied (see Figure 4, page 17 for location of power
switch and more information about the RS132L24 chassis).

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E MAINTAINING THE PRODUCT
Only qualified service personnel should attempt to open the RS132L24 chassis. There
are no user serviceable parts inside.
To protect the equipment from Electrostatic Damage (ESD), follow the proper
precautions at all times when handling the unit and its components. Please see
Electrostatic Discharge section on Page 5.
DRIVER UPDATES
Contact Technical Support at one of the options listed on page 6.
CHASSIS ACCESS
Removing the Cover
1. Make sure the RS132L24 is powered off and the unit is disconnected from the power source.
2. Remove the screws connecting the top cover to the chassis using a Phillips screw driver.
3. Lift the cover to expose the interior of the chassis.

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CHASSIS VIEWS:
Figure 4. Front View RS132L24
Figure 5. Rear View RS132L24
The images above may not depict the product received.
POWER
INPUT
GROUND STUD
WITH
WINGNUT
EXPANSION
SLOT
I/O PORT
Drive Bay 1
Drive Bay 0
Drive
Bay 3
Drive Bay 2
Power
Switch
Power
LED
USB

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INPUT/OUTPUT (I/O) PORTS:
Figure 6. I/O Ports
NUMBER
FUNCTION
1
COM Port 1 (Turquoise)
2
USB 2.0 PORT 0
3
USB 2.0 PORT 1
4
IPMI LAN
5
USB 2.0 PORT 2
6
USB 2.0 PORT 3
7
LAN 1
8
LAN 2
9
VGA PORT (BLUE)
10
UID Switch
Table
5
X9DRW
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