Digital Equipment 7100R Series User manual

DIGITAL
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Server 7100R Series
Installation Guide
Installationshandbuch
Guía de instalación
Guide d’installation
Guida di installazione
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hank ou
... for purchasing a DIGITAL Server 7100R.
The DIGITAL Server family represents DIGITAL’s
continued commitment to Uncompromising
Quality, backed by award-winning Customer
Service and Support. The following procedures
will help you easily set up your server’s
hardware and software.
Before You Begin
Select a suitable area for server and rack assembly and
use. Ensure that the rack location:
■ Is free from excessive heat, dust, and direct sunlight
■ Allows at least 30 inches of clearance at the rear of the
rack and 60 inches at the front of the rack
■ Is in accordance with local and regional electrical
regulations governing the installation of Information
Technology Equipment by licensed electricians
See “Technical Specifications” in your System Reference
manual for temperature and humidity information.
If you do not wish to install the server into the rack your-
self, contact your DIGITAL authorized service provider. A
Customer Service Technician can install the server for you.
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DIGITAL ServerWORKS Quick Launch
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unparalleled achievement in streamlining the instal-
lation and configuration of hardware components
and network operating system software on the
DIGITAL Server line of products. Quick Launch
combines an intuitive interface and versatile, time
saving features to produce a consistent and accurate
installation optimized for DIGITAL’s extremely pow-
erful and highly acclaimed DIGITAL Servers.
In addition to its automated yet extensible method
of express installations for Network Operating
Systems, Quick Launch provides a comprehensive
archive of server documentation, troubleshooting
assistance, and indispensable configuration utilities;
all on one bootable CD!

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Unpack your server
WARNING
The server is heavy, 50 kg (110 lb.). Do not lift
it alone.
Unpack your server following the diagrams on the box
top. Use a mechanical aid or get someone to help you lift
it from the carton.
■ Know where you’re going to install the server before
you lift it.
■ Get close to the server with feet apart for stable footing.
■ Squat down with your knees bent and your back
straight.
■ Get a firm grip, lift with your legs, and keep your back
straight.
■ Avoid twisting your upper body. Move your feet to turn.
■ Lower the server gently using your leg muscles to squat
and keeping your back straight.
NOTE
Refer to the DIGITAL Server Rack Installation Guide for
more information on installing the server in a rack.
After your server has been unpacked, please recycle the
packing materials or dispose of them properly.
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Check the parts
Unpack and identify your server’s components.
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Power cord
Server keys
Server software and documentation kits
Cable management arm
Cable arm bracket and screws
Slide rails (2) and mounting hardware
NOTE
A rack, monitor, keyboard and mouse must be ordered
separately.
The DIGITAL ServerWORKS software kit includes:
■ ServerWORKS Quick Launch kit: ServerWORKS Quick
Launch CD-ROM disc and Getting Started guide.
■ ServerWORKS Manager kit: ServerWORKS Manager
software and documentation.
The DIGITAL Server 7100R Series Documentation kit
includes:
■ This Installation Guide, System Reference manual,
Documentation Overview, Warranty and Service
Information, and Registration Card.
NOTE
On-line documentation is also contained on the Quick
Launch CD-ROM.
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Install any internal options
If you have options to install, install them now.
1. Remove the front bezel.
2. Insert the key and turn it clockwise to unlock the top
cover.
3. Loosen the two thumbscrews and then remove the
top cover.
4. Install the options.
Refer to the following chapters in the System Reference
manual for detailed information:
■ Server Software and Utilities
■ Processor Module Upgrades
■ Installing Additional Memory
■ Installing Disk and Tape Drives
■ Connecting SCSI and RAID Adapters
Also, refer to the documentation that came with the option
kit for specific installation instructions.
CAUTION
Removing the top cover activates a power
interlock switch. This switch turns off power to
your server. You might injure yourself or damage
the server if you attempt to override or bypass
this switch. Always replace the top cover before
you turn on power to the server.
Before touching any circuit board or component,
wear an anti-static wrist strap, properly grounded
to the server chassis, or touch the metal frame to
discharge any static electricity.
NOTE
ISA cards should be installed after you run the System
Configuration Utility (SCU) in Step 7 or 8 since the SCU
will list IRQs already used.
If you plan to use Quick Launch to install your Network
Operating System, your server must meet the following
minimum requirements to proceed with the server
installation:
■ 16 MB of RAM
■ SVGA monitor
■ 540 MB minimum hard disk drive
■ Network card
■ Two or three button mouse
■ CD-ROM drive with boot capability attached to the
bootable SCSI controller
■ Keyboard
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Install the cable management arm and slide rails
1. Install the cable arm bracket to the inside of the chassis
using three #6 flat-head screws.
2. Attach the shorter of the cable management arms to
the bracket using two #10 pan-head screws. The longer
arm will attach to the rack.
3. If you ordered an additional cable management arm,
attach it and its bracket to the other side of the chassis.
1. Separate the two parts of the slide rails by pressing on
the retainer spring while pulling the rails apart.
2. Using the four #8 screws supplied, attach each slide rail
to both sides of the chassis.
3. Attach the mounting hardware and then attach the
other half of the slide rails to the rack.
NOTE
Refer to the DIGITAL Server Rack Installation Guide for
information on attaching the slide rails to the rack.
4. Using two people, install the server into the slide rails
in the rack.
If you ordered an additional cable management arm,
attach it and its bracket to the other side of the chassis.
CAUTION
Removing the top cover activates a power
interlock switch.
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Connect the cables and power cord
1. Connect the mouse.
2. Connect the keyboard.
3. Connect the monitor signal cable to the back of the
monitor and then connect it to the matching connector
at the back of your server.
4. Attach the ac power cord to the strain relief clip.
5. Connect the power cord to the receptacle on the
server, then to an appropriate rack power outlet.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to modify or use an external
100 Vac (Japan only) or 115 Vac power cord for
240 Vac input power. Modifying either cord can
cause severe equipment damage.
NOTE
Refer to the DIGITAL Server Rack Installation Guide for
more information.
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Turn on the monitor and then the server
1. Turn on the server and the monitor.
2. The Operator Control Panel (OCP) display should turn
on by itself. If it doesn’t, press the OCP button.
NOTE
Refer to your System Reference manual for BIOS, Power-
on-self-test (POST), and OCP messages.
Front panel switch icons are, from left to right, power and
OCP backlight.
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If you’re installing optional expansion cards
Make sure you are familiar with using:
■ The System Configuration Utility (SCU)
■ RAID utilities
■ The SCSISelect Utility
Refer to your System Reference manual, SCSI, and RAID
manuals for any additional information.
ISA cards should be installed after you run the System
Configuration Utility, since the SCU will list IRQs already
used. PCI and EISA cards should be installed before run-
ning the SCU to take advantage of the SCU’s automatic
detection feature.
Use the Quick Launch CD-ROM disc to complete the server
installation. Follow these steps to configure your server.
1. Locate the Quick Launch CD-ROM disc in your DIGITAL
ServerWORKS software kit. Power on your server and
insert the CD-ROM disc.
If your server fails to boot from the CD-ROM, press
Ctrl + Alt + Del, then Ctrl + A, when prompted, to run
the SCSISelect utility. Enable the bootable CD-ROM and
INT13 lines. Exit and reboot.
2. Use the SCU, when displayed, to configure the EISA
option cards you installed or to enable the PCI cards.
If you installed ISA cards, check the current card con-
figuration to avoid IRQ conflicts before manually set-
ting jumpers and switches.
Your server automatically reboots after you save and
exit the SCU.
3. If you installed a RAID controller, the RAID configura-
tion utility will be displayed next. Configure your
server for RAID.
NOTE
If you installed additional SCSI or RAID cards, make sure
the MS-DOS partition resides on the drive on which you
want it to be. If not, shut down your server, change the
order of your cards, and reconfigure your server.
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Run the Quick Launch CD-ROM program
Use the Quick Launch CD-ROM disc to complete the server
installation. Follow these steps to configure your DIGITAL
Server and install an operating system.
NOTE
If you installed optional expansion card(s), you first need
to perform the instructions on the previous page.
1. Locate the Quick Launch CD-ROM disc in your DIGITAL
ServerWORKS software kit. Power on your server and
insert the CD-ROM disc.
If your server fails to boot from the CD-ROM, press
Ctrl + Alt + Del, then Ctrl + A, when prompted, to run
the SCSISelect utility. Enable the bootable CD-ROM and
INT13 lines. Exit and reboot.
2. When prompted, you can create an MS-DOS partition
size appropriate for your operating system. The system
prompts you to confirm your choice. Note that
Windows NT requires a partition size of 35 MB. Other
Windows operating systems require 30 MB.
The Quick Launch main screen appears, and all utili-
ties and related files (SCU, diagnostics, RAID, etc.) are
installed onto the MS-DOS partition.
3. Select Installations & Utilities from the Quick Launch
main screen. Choose Express to automatically install
Microsoft Windows NT or Novell NetWare. Create
Diskettes allows you to create the utilities and driver
diskettes required when installing SCO UNIX, OS/2,
Microsoft Windows NT, or Novell NetWare manually.
Refer to the ServerWORKS Quick Launch Getting Started
guide included with the ServerWORKS software kit for
detailed installation procedures.
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