Fujitsu Siemens Computers Primergy BX620 S2 User manual

PRIMERGY
PRIMERGY BX620 S2
2-way Server Blade
Operating Manual
Walter Dick
Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH Paderborn
33094 Paderborn
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Contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 Overview of the Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.3 Notational Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.4 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2 Overview: Installation Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3 Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1 Notes On Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.2 Components With Electrostatic-Sensitive Devices . . . . . . . 15
3.3 CE Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.4 FCC Class A Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.5 Environmental Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4 Installation of the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.1 Installation Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.2 Unpacking the BX620 S2 Server Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.3 Installing the BX620 S2 Server Blade in the BX600 Basic Unit . 20
4.4 Connecting the BX620 S2 Server Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.4.1 Connecting External Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5 Preparation for Use and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.1 Operating and Connection Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.2 Switching a BX620 S2 Server Blade On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . 30
5.3 Configuring a BX620 S2 Server Blade with ServerStart . . . . . 31
5.4 Updating Firmware (BIOS and BMC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
6BIOSSetup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
6.1 Entering the BIOS Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
6.2 Navigating in the BIOS Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
6.3 Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
6.4 Advanced Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
6.4.1 Server Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
6.4.2 Console Redirection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
6.4.3 Advanced Chipset Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
6.4.4 Peripheral Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
6.4.5 PCI Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
6.4.6 Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
6.5 Power Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
6.6 Boot Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
6.7 Security Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

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6.8 Exit Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
7 Troubleshooting and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
8 BX620 S2 Server Blade Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
8.1 Opening the BX620 S2 Server Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
8.2 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
8.3 Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
8.4 Hard Disk Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
8.4.1 Replacement of the HDD Module During Operation . . . . . . . 66
8.4.2 Installing/Removing a Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . . . . 66
8.5 Front PCI Expansion Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
8.6 Optional I/O Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
8.7 Exchanging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Related publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

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1 Introduction
The PRIMERGY BX620 S2 server blade is a further model of the highly
compact, powerful server blade which can be operated in the PRIMERGY
BX600 basic unit.
Figure 1: PRIMERGY BX620 S2 server blade
As ultracompact systems, the BX620 S2 server blades with one or two CPUs
are ideally suited for use in computer centers in companies and Internet service
providers. They are ideally suited to function as large application servers,
terminal servers for computer-intensive applications, and as DBMS servers.
Security functions in the BIOS Setup protect the data on the server blades
against manipulation.
The BX620 S2 server blade occupies one slot in the BX600 basic unit. It can be
integrated together with other PRIMERGY BX600 server blade models.
IInformation on installation, setup and operation of the BX600 basic unit
is provided in the manual “PRIMERGY BX600 Basic Unit” (see “Related
publications” on page 83).
1.1 Overview of the Documentation
IPRIMERGY manuals are available in PDF format on the ServerBooks
CD. The ServerBooks CD is part of the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite
delivered with each server system.

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Overview of the Documentation Introduction
The PDF files for the manuals can also be downloaded free of charge
from the Internet. The overview page showing the online documentation
available in the Internet can be found via the URL:
http://manuals.fujitsu-siemens.com/primergyservers.html.
Concept and Target Group of this Manual
This Operating Manual is intended for users who are responsible for installing
the hardware and operating the BX620 S2 server blade on the PRIMERGY
BX600 basic unit. It contains special information for installation, placing in
service and operation of the PRIMERGY BX620 S2 server blade blade.
All global information for server blade models for installation, placing in service
and operation of PRIMERGY BX600 server blades is available in the manual
“PRIMERGY BX600 basic unit” (see “Related publications” on page 83).
For a brief overview of the installation steps please see chapter 2 on page 11ff.
To understand the different expansion options, you need a knowledge of
hardware and data transmission, as well as basic knowledge of the operating
system used.
Additional Server Documentation
The PRIMERGY BX600 documentation set includes the following additional
manuals:
– “Safety” manual (print version delivered together with the system, PDF
version available on the ServerBooks CD)
– “Ergonomics” manual (PDF version available on the ServerBooks CD)
– “Warranty” manual (print version delivered together with the system, PDF
version available on the ServerBooks CD)
– “PRIMERGY BX600 Basic Unit” manual (PDF version available on the
ServerBooks CD)
– “PRIMERGY ServerView Suite – ServerStart” manual (print version
delivered together with the system, PDF version available on the Server-
Books CD)
– “PRIMERGY BX Blade Server Systems: RemoteView Management Blade -
User Interface Description” (PDF version available on the ServerBooks CD)
– “PRIMERGY BX Blade Server Systems: LAN Switch Blade - User Interface
Description” manual (PDF version available on the ServerBooks CD)

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Introduction Features
Further Sources of Information
Further information is provided in:
– the RemoteDeploy manual (only relevant for cloning server blades)
– the technical manual for the rack
– the manual for the monitor
– the ServerView Server Management manual
– the manual for the Remote Test and Diagnostic System RemoteView
– your operating system documentation
– the information files of your operating system
(see also “Related publications” on page 83).
1.2 Features
CPU
One or two Intel®XEON®processors with 3.0 GHz to 3.6 GHz and 1 MB
second-level cache ensure high data throughput and system performance.
VCAUTION!
Only CPUs with the same clock frequency and cache capacity can be
combined in a BX620 S2 server blade.
Memory
There are three memory banks, each with two slots available on the
BX620 S2 server blade. These can be fitted with 1 GB, 2 GB or 4 GB DDR2 400
memory. The maximum memory expansion is 12 GB. ECC with memory
scrubbing function, ChipKill™ and hot-spare memory bank are standard.
IOnly x4-based DRAM organization and single rank SDRAM modules are
supported on the BX620 S2 server blade.
SCSI Hard Disk Drives
The BX620 S2 server blade can accommodate two 3.5“ SCA2 SCSI hard disk
drives (HDD) with 36, 73, 146 or 146 GB (10,000 rpm) or 18, 36, 73 GB
(15,000 rpm). The maximum hard disk capacity on one BX620 S2 server blade
is 292 (2x146) GB in a RAID 0 configuration. Usually the two disks are mirrored
in a RAID 1 configuration. Each BX620 S2 server blade is equipped with a two-
channel Ultra 320 SCSI onboard controller and embedded HostRAID.

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IOnly one SCSI HDD module can be installed if a PCI expansion module
is installed.
LAN Availability
The BX620 S2 server blade has four Gigabit LAN channels. Usually two
channels are connected with the switch blades. Each switch blade has ten
1-Gigabit downlink ports to connect the server blades and three uplink ports for
10/100/1000 Base TX.
Graphics Controller
The BX620 S2 server blade is fitted with an on-board graphics controller ATI
Radeon 7000-M with 16 MB.
Optional Fibre Channel or Ethernet I/O Module
The BX620 S2 server blade has an proprietary PCI expansion slot for installing
either a Fibre Channel I/O module for SAN environment or an additional Gigabit
Ethernet Controller (see section “Optional I/O Module” on page 74).
To use Fibre Channel functionality or the additional Ethernet channels, at least
one Fibre Channel pass-thru blade or at least one Gigabit Ethernet pass-thru
blade respectively is also required in the BX600 basic unit.
Optional Front PCI Expansion Module
The BX620 S2 server blade can be equipped with an external PCI expansion
slot instead of a SCSI HDD module slot for installing an addition SCSI controller
or an additional Ethernet controller (see section “Front PCI Expansion Module”
on page 68) .
High Level of Availability and Failure Protection
When memory data is accessed, 1-bit errors in the main memory are recog-
nized and automatically corrected with the ECC (Error Correcting Code)
method.
ASR&R (Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart) restarts the system in
the case of an error and automatically “hides” the defective system compo-
nents.
The PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analyzing) technology from Fujitsu Siemens
Computers analyzes and monitors all components relevant for system reliability.

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Introduction Features
The on-board SCSI-RAID controllers with HostRAID support (RAID-Levels 0
and 1) increase system availability.
Server Management
Server management is implemented via the supplied ServerView software and
PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analyzing) technology from Fujitsu Siemens
Computers. PDA warns of system errors or overloading before they occur so
that preventive measures can be taken.
ServerView allows the management of all PRIMERGY servers in the network via
a central console. Here ServerView supports the following functions:
●Temperature monitoring of the CPU and the surrounding area
●Watchdog timer for Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart (ASR&R)
in the event of memory modules or processors failing
●Power monitoring
●End-of-life monitoring of the fans with timely notification before a failure
●Watchdog timer for operating system monitoring and application monitoring
with ASR&R
Deployment software makes installing multiple servers fast and easy. For
further information, see the corresponding documentation (see “Related publi-
cations” on page 83).
Information on server management with ServerView is provided in the associated
documentation (see also “Related publications” on page 83).
ServerStart
You can configure the server quickly and precisely with the ServerStart software
provided. User-guided menus are available for installing the server operating
systems.
Service and Support
PRIMERGY servers are service-friendly and modular, thus allowing quick and
easy maintenance.
IFor easy and immediate recognition, the levers or handles and locking
buttons (touch points) of the locking mechanisms for the different compo-
nents have the color green.

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The flash EPROM program supplied with the Fujitsu Siemens utilities supports
fast BIOS update. The two redundant and hot-swappable management blades
with independent management LAN and COM ports ensure complete remote
control. Together they facilitate remote diagnosis for system analysis, remote
configuration, and remote restart should the operating system or hardware fail.

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Introduction Notational Conventions
1.3 Notational Conventions
The following notational conventions are used in this manual:
1.4 Technical Data
Compliance Standards
Italics indicate commands, menu items or software programs.
“Quotation marks” indicate names of chapters and terms that should be
emphasized.
ÊText which follows this symbol describes activities that
must be performed in the order given.
VCAUTION! Pay particular attention to text marked with this symbol.
Failure to observe this warning may endanger your life,
damage the server, or lead to loss of data.
IThis symbol introduces supplementary information,
remarks and tips.
Table 1: Notational conventions
Product safety and ergonomics IEC 60950 / EN 60950 UL 1950 3rd Edition,
CSA 22.2 No. 950
Electromagnetic compatibility FCC class A
Emitted interference EN 55022 class A
Harmonic current EN 61000-3-2
Noise immunity EN 55024
CE label
according to EU directives
Low-Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/EEC

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Approvals
Mechanical Values
Weight
Max. 7.3 kg (dependent on configuration)
Environmental Conditions
Condensation during operation must be avoided.
Power requirements and heat dissipation
Product safety
Global CB
Europe ENEC
Germany GS
USA/Canada CSAUS / CSAC
Japan VCCI
Width 286 mm
Space requirement 470 mm (520 mm incl. levers and connectors)
Height 43 mm (1 slot in the BX600 basic unit)
Environment class 3K2
Environment class 2K2
DIN IEC 721 section 3-3
DIN IEC 721 section 3-2
Temperature:
Operation (3K2)
Transport (2K2)
5 °C .... 35 °C
-20 °C .... 60 °C
Relative humidity 10%...85%
Power requirements ~ 300 W (fully equipped)
Heat dissipation Min. ~ 750 kJ/h,
Max. ~ 1000 kJ/h

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Noise Level
IThis data refers to the BX600 basic unit.
Sound power level LWAd (ISO 7779) 7.8 BA
Sound pressure level at bystander position
LpAm (ISO 9296) ≤59 dB(A) (in the
standard configuration

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2 Overview: Installation Steps
This chapter contains an overview of the steps required to install your
BX620 S2 server blade in the PRIMERGY BX600 basic unit. Links will connect
you to the sections with detailed descriptions of the individual steps.
IThe information required for installing and placing in service the
PRIMERGY BX600 basic unit can be found in the manual “PRIMERGY
BX600 Basic Unit - Operating Manual” (see “Related publications” on
page 83).
ÊFirst of all read the chapter “Important Information” as of page 13, especially
the section “Notes On Safety”.
ÊUnpack the BX620 S2 server blade, check the package contents for visible
transport damage, and for whether the delivery corresponds to the details on
the delivery note (see section 4.2 on page 19).
ÊFamiliarize yourself with the controls and indicator elements on the front of
the BX620 S2 server blade (see chapter 5 as of page 27).
ÊInstall the desired operating systems and applications on the server blades.
To do so, you have the following options:
–Cloning a server blade from a remote image server with RemoteDeploy
Recommended if the following requirements are satisfied:
– the RemoteDeploy software is available
– an appropriate cloning image is available
– deployment server and LAN connection are available
–Remote installation with ServerStart
This installation method is recommended if a LAN connection and a
DHCP server (deployment server) are available but the requirements for
cloning are not satisfied.

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–Local installation with or without ServerStart
Since the local installation is the least convenient installation method, it
is only recommended if the requirements for remote installation or
cloning are not satisfied.
If you wish to install an operating system that is not supported by Server-
Start, you can perform the installation directly without using ServerStart.
IFor further information on remote or local installation of server blades,
please see the ServerStart manual, which contains a “Quick Step
Guide” as well as a detailed description of the different installation
options and installation wizards. A print version of the ServerStart
manual is included in the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite, delivered
with the BX600 basic unit. A PDF version of the manual is contained
on the PRIMERGY ServerBooks CD.
Cloning of server blades is described in the RemoteDeploy manual
(print version delivered with RemoteDeploy, PDF version contained
on the PRIMERGY ServerBooks CD).

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3 Important Information
This chapter contains safety information which you must always observe when
using your BX620 S2 server blade.
3.1 Notes On Safety
IYou will also find the following safety instructions in the manual entitled
“Safety“, which also includes additional notes on the guarantee and
ergonomics.
This device complies with the relevant safety regulations for data processing
equipment, including electronic office machines for use in an office
environment.
If you have any questions, please contact your sales outlet or the customer
service center of Fujitsu Siemens Computers.
VCAUTION!
The actions described in these instructions should only be performed by
technicians, service personnel or technical specialists. Equipment
repairs should only be performed by qualified staff. Any failure to observe
the guidelines in this manual could expose the user to risks (electric
shock, fire hazards) and could also damage the equipment. Note that
any unauthorized opening of the device will result in the invalidation of
the warranty and exclusion from all liability.
Before Setting Up
VCAUTION!
●During installation and before operating the device, observe the
instructions on environmental conditions for your device in the section
“Technical Data” on page 7.
●If the device is brought in from a cold environment, condensation may
form on both the inside and outside of the machine.
Before operating the device, wait until it is absolutely dry and has
reached approximately the same temperature as the installation site.
Failure to observe these guidelines can lead to physical damage of
the device.

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VCAUTION!
●Transport the device only in the original packaging or in packaging
which protects it from knocks and jolts.
Setup and Operation
VCAUTION!
●Observe the information for setting up your system and operating it in
the manual “PRIMERGY BX600 Basic Unit” (see “Related publica-
tions” on page 83).
Batteries
VCAUTION!
●Incorrect replacement of batteries may lead to a risk of explosion. The
battery may only be replaced with an identical battery or with a type
recommended by the manufacturer.
●Do not throw batteries into the trash can. They must be disposed of
in accordance with local regulations concerning special waste.
●Replace the lithium battery on the relevant components according to
the instructions in this manual.
●All batteries containing pollutants are marked with a symbol (a
crossed-out garbage can) as well as the chemical symbol for the
heavy metal which classifies it as a pollutant:
Cd Cadmium
Hg Mercury
Pb Lead
Other Important Notes:
●Keep this operating manual and all additional documentation together with
the device.
If you pass on the device to third parties, you should also pass on the
complete documentation.

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Important Information Components With Electrostatic-Sensitive Devices
3.2 Components With Electrostatic-Sensitive
Devices
Electrostatic-sensitive components are identified by the following sticker:
Figure 2: ESD label
When you handle components fitted with ESDs, you must observe the following
points under all circumstances:
●Always discharge static build-up (e.g. by touching a grounded object) before
working.
●The equipment and tools you use must be free of static charge.
●Always hold components with ESDs by their edges.
●Do not touch any exposed pins or conductors on a component.
●Use a grounding cable designed for this purpose to connect yourself to the
system unit as you install components.
●Place all components on a static-proof base.
IYou will find a detailed description of how to handle ESD components in
the relevant European or international standards (EN 61340-5-1,
ANSI/ESD S20.20).
3.3 CE Certificate
The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements
of the EEC directives 89/336/EEC “Electromagnetic compatibility”
and 73/23/EEC “Low voltage directive”. The device therefore
qualifies for the CE certificate (CE=Communauté Européenne).

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FCC Class A Compliance Statement Important Information
3.4 FCC Class A Compliance Statement
If there is an FCC statement on the device, then:
The following statement applies to the products covered in this manual, unless
otherwise specified herein. The statement for other products will appear in the
accompanying documentation.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
“Class A” digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules, and meets all
requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard
ICES-003 for digital apparatus. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in strict 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 equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter-
mined by turning the equipment 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 equipment and the receiver.
●Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
●Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Fujitsu Siemens Computers is not responsible for any radio or television inter-
ference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substi-
tution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those
specified by Fujitsu Siemens Computers. The correction of interferences
caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the
responsibility of the user.
The use of shielded I/O cables is required when connecting this equipment to
any and all optional peripheral or host devices. Failure to do so may violate FCC
and ICES rules.