Fujitsu Siemens Computers PRIMERGY TX120 User manual

PRIMERGY TX120 Server
Operating Manual
Edition July 2007

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TX120 Operating Manual
Contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.1 Documentation overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.3 Notational conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1.4 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2 Installation steps, overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3 Important information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.1 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.2 CE conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3.3 FCC Class A Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3.4 Transporting the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3.5 Environmental protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
4 Hardware installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4.1 Unpacking the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
4.2 Setting up the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.2.1 Positioning the server vertically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
4.2.2 Positioning the server horizontally . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
4.3 Connecting devices to the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
4.4 Connecting the server to the mains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
4.5 Notes on connecting/disconnecting cables . . . . . . . . . 42

Operating Manual TX120
Contents
5 Starting up and operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
5.1 Opening the drive cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
5.2 Controls and displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
5.2.1 Front of server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
5.2.2 Rear of server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
5.3 Switching the server on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
5.4 Configuring the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
5.4.1 Configuring onboard SAS controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
5.4.2 Configuration with ServerStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
5.4.3 Configuration without ServerStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
5.5 Cleaning the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
6 Property and data protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
6.1 Mechanical access protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
6.2 BIOS Setup security functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
7 Troubleshooting and tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
7.1 Power-on indicator remains unlit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
7.2 Server switches itself off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
7.3 Screen remains blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
7.4 Flickering stripes on monitor screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
7.5 No screen display or display drifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
7.6 No mouse pointer displayed on screen . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
7.7 Incorrect date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
7.8 Drives reported as “dead” when starting system . . . . . . . 59
7.9 Added drive reported as defective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
7.10 Error message on screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

TX120 Operating Manual
Contents
8 Hot-plug hard disk drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
8.1 Handling hard disk drives and HDD modules . . . . . . . . 62
8.2 Removing/Installing the dummy module . . . . . . . . . . . 63
8.3 Installing/Removing the HDD module . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

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1 Introduction
The PRIMERGY TX120 server is an Intel-based server for small and medium-
sized networks and can be used in the horizontal position or as a desktop
model.
The PRIMERGY TX120 server features exceptionally low energy consumption,
very quiet running and a compact size. As a result, it is also the ideal solution
for home and small offices.
Thanks to its highly developed hardware and software components, the
PRIMERGY TX120 server offers a high level of data security and availability.
These include hot-plug HDD modules, the ServerView server management
software, Prefailure Detection and Analysing (PDA) and Automatic Server
Reconfiguration and Restart (ASR&R).
Security functions in the BIOS Setup protect the data on the server against
manipulation. Additional security is provided by the lockable drive cover.
1.1 Documentation overview
IPRIMERGY manuals are available in PDF format on the ServerBooks
DVD. The ServerBooks DVD is part of the ServerStart Suite supplied with
every server.
The PDF files of the manuals can also be downloaded free of charge
from the Internet. The overview page showing the online documentation
available on the Internet can be found using the URL:
http://manuals.fujitsu-siemens.com. The PRIMERGY server documentation
can be accessed using the Industry standard servers navigation option.

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Documentation overview Introduction
Concept and target groups for this manual
This operating manual describes how to install, set up and operate your server.
This manual is intended for those people responsible for installing the hardware
and ensuring that the system runs smoothly. The manual contains all the infor-
mation required to install and operate your PRIMERGY TX120.
A knowledge of hardware and data transmission, as well as basic knowledge of
the operating system used, is necessary to fully understand the various
expansion options. You should also have a good working knowledge of the
English language.
Additional server documentation
The PRIMERGY TX120 documentation also includes:
– “Quick Start Hardware - PRIMERGY TX120” (leaflet)
– “Quick Start Software - Quick Installation Guide” (leaflet)
– “Warranty” manual (print version supplied with the system, PDF file available
on the ServerBooks DVD supplied)
– “Safety notes and other important information” manual (print version
supplied with the system, PDF file available on the ServerBooks DVD
supplied)
– “Ergonomics” manual (PDF file available on the ServerBooks DVD supplied)
– “Returning used devices” manual (PDF file available on the ServerBooks DVD
supplied)
– “Helpdesk” (leaflet with worldwide helpdesk telephone numbers)
– Technical manual for the system board D2550 (PDF file available on the
ServerBooks DVD supplied)
– “BIOS Setup” (PDF file available on the ServerBooks DVD supplied)
– “PRIMERGY TX120 Server Options Guide” (PDF file available on the
ServerBooks DVD)
IThe “Options Guide” describes the server expansion and modifi-
cation options.
– “ServerView Suite” includes the ServerStart Disc 1, the ServerStart Disc 2
and the ServerBooks DVD. The version of the “PRIMERGY ServerView Suite
- ServerStart” user manual is available on the ServerBooks DVD.
IIf you need a replacement copy of the ServerBooks DVD, send the
details of your server to the following e-mail address: Reklamat-PC-
[email protected]

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Introduction Documentation overview
– “Integrated RAID for SAS User’s Guide” (PDF file available on the
ServerBooks DVD supplied)
– “ServerView RAID User Manual” (PDF file available on the ServerBooks DVD)
– “Integrated Mirroring User’s Guide” (PDF file available on the ServerBooks
DVD)
Further sources of information:
– Manual for the monitor
– Manual on ServerView Server Management
– Manual for the remote testing and diagnostic system RemoteView
– Documentation for boards and drives
– Documentation for your operating system
– Information files on your operating system
(See also “Literature” on page 77.)

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Features Introduction
1.2 Features
System board
The features of the system board are described in the technical manual for the
system board D2550 for the hardware and in the “BIOS Setup” for the firmware
(see “Literature” on page 77).
Hard disk drives
The server is equipped with a drive bay in which up to 2 SAS HDD modules can
be inserted. Each HDD module can accommodate a SAS hard disk drive with a
2.5 inch format. The module is connected to the SAS backplane without cables
via the SAS interface. This allows hard disk drive modules to be easily plugged
in or pulled out.
The hard disk subsystem is designed for SAS, each with one channel for each
hard disk drive.
If the server has the corresponding RAID configuration, HDD modules can also
be exchanged during operation.
A hard disk drive extension box can be installed optionally (with a maximum of
three HDD modules).
Onboard SAS controller with Integrated Mirroring Enhanced functionality
An onboard SAS controller with "Integrated Mirroring Enhanced" (IME) function-
ality is fitted to operate the six hard drives. IME also provides RAID functionality
for configuring the internal hard drives (RAID level 0, 1, 1E).
IA separate utility is available to the controller for IME configuration. For
further information, refer to the “Integrated Mirroring User’s Guide” on the
ServerBooks DVD (select “Controllers” from the menu).

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Introduction Features
HDD expansion box and accessible drives
Two mounting locations are available:
– a 3.5-inch bay for an HDD expansion box or a backup drive.
– a 5.25 inch bay with a slimline CD/DVD drive.
The accessible drives cannot be replaced during operation.
USB ports
The USB ports on the front of the device enable USB devices to be connected
directly. The maximum length of the external cable are three meters.
Power supply
The server has a built-in power supply unit, which automatically sets itself to a
mains voltage in the range 100 V - 127 V or 200 V - 240 V.
High level of availability and data security
When memory data is accessed, 1-bit errors in the main memory are identified
and automatically corrected with the ECC (Error Correcting Code) method.
ASR&R (Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart) restarts the system in
case of an error and automatically “hides” the defective system components.
The PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analyzing) technology from Fujitsu Siemens
Computers analyzes and monitors all components that are critical for system
reliability.
The onboard SAS controller supports RAID levels 0 and 1, thereby increasing
the availability of the system. The hot-plug HDD modules provide additional
security.

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Features Introduction
iRMC with integrated service LAN port
IThe features of the iRMC Advanced Video Redirection and Remote
Storage are available as an option.
The iRMC (integrated Remote Management Controller) is a BMC with
integrated service LAN port and expanded functionality that was previously only
available with additional plug-in cards. In this way, the iRMC enables complete
control of PRIMERGY servers, regardless of system status, and thus particu-
larly the control of PRIMERGY servers that are in the "out-of-band" system
status.
By default, the service LAN port is assigned to the iRMC. However, you can also
configure the LAN port as the service LAN port in the BIOS setup. The LAN port
then fulfills the tasks of a standard LAN port and those of a service LAN port at
the same time (virtual LAN with 2 different IP addresses).
Major functions supported by the iRMC include the following:
●Browser access via iRMC's own Web server
●Secure communication (SSH, SSL)
●Power Management for the managed server (depending on its system
status)
●Text console bypass
●Command Line Interface (CLP)
●Simple, interactive or script-based iRMC configuration
●iRMC-s own user management
●Automatic network configuration via DNS / DHCP
●Power supply of the iRMC via the system standby supply
●Full-coverage alarm management
●System Error and Event Log (SEL) reading and processing
More information about the iRMC can be found in the "PRIMERGY ServerView
Suite - integrated Remote Management Controller (iRMC)" manual (see “Liter-
ature” on page 77).

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Introduction Features
Server Management
Server Management is implemented using theServerView software supplied
combined with PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analyzing) technology from
Fujitsu Siemens Computers. PDA reports the threat of a system error or
overload at an early stage, allowing preventive measures to be taken.
ServerView enables the management of all PRIMERGY servers in the network
via a central console. The following key functions and others are supported by
ServerView:
●Round-the-clock monitoring, regardless of server status
●High-performance, graphical console bypass (AVR) protected by
HTTPS/SSL (128 bit)
●Remote storage via USB
●Remote power on (Wake On LAN)
●Automatic switch-off when the housing is opened (Housing monitoring)
●Temperature monitoring of the CPU and the surrounding area
●Watchdog timer for Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart (ASR&R)
in the event of failure of memory modules or processors
●Power monitoring
●End-of-life monitoring of fans with prompt notification before failure
●Watchdog timer for operating system monitoring and application monitoring
with ASR&R
Further information about ServerView server management is provided in the
associated documentation (see “Literature” on page 77).
ServerStart
You can configure the PRIMERGY server quickly and precisely with the Server-
Start software provided. User-guided menus are available for installing the
server operating system (for further details see section “Configuring the server”
on page 51).

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Features Introduction
Service and support
PRIMERGY servers are service-friendly and modular, thus enabling quick and
simple maintenance.
The handles and locks (touch point) on the different hot pluggable components
are colored green to ensure simple and immediate recognition.
In order to avoid damage to components by incorrect handling when they are
being installed and removed, green highlighting also identifies the areas of all
components that can be touched without causing damage to the respective
component.
The Flash EPROM program supplied with the Fujitsu Siemens Computers
utilities supports a fast BIOS update.
With the iRMC (integrated Remote Management Controller) on the system
board and the optional remote testing and diagnostic system RemoteView, the
PRIMERGY TX120 server can also be maintained and serviced remotely. This
enables remote diagnosis for system analysis, remote configuration and remote
restart should the operating system or hardware fail.
RemoteView
RemoteView is the remote management solution from Fujitsu Siemens
Computers for PRIMERGY servers. RemoteView and the relevant hardware
components integrated on the system board allow remote monitoring and
maintenance as well as fast restoration of operation in the event of errors.
Remote monitoring and maintenance avoids time-consuming and costly on-site
repairs and reduces service costs. This leads to a reduction in the total cost of
ownership and an excellent return on investment for the remote management
solution.
The administrator can access all system information and information from the
sensors such as fan speeds or voltages via the iRMC's Web interface (see
section “iRMC with integrated service LAN port” on page 12). He can also start
the text-based or graphic console bypass (Advanced Video Redirection, AVR)
and get information about remote storage.
IThe features of the iRMC Advanced Video Redirection and Remote
Storage are available as an option.

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Introduction Notational conventions
1.3 Notational conventions
The following notational conventions are used in this manual:
Text in italics indicates commands, menu items or software programs.
“Quotation marks” indicate names of chapters and terms that are being
emphasized.
Êdescribes activities that must be performed in the order
shown.
VCAUTION! pay particular attention to texts marked with this symbol.
Failure to observe this warning may endanger your life,
destroy the system or lead to the loss of data.
Iindicates additional information, notes and tips.

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Technical data Introduction
1.4 Technical data
Electrical data
Compliance with regulations and standards
Rated voltage range 100 V - 127 V or 200 V - 240 V
Frequency 50 Hz - 60 Hz
Rated current with basic configuration 100 V - 240 V / 1.63 A - 0.69 A
Max. rated current 100 V - 240 V / 2.0 A - 1.0 A
Effective power 163 W
Apparent power 166 VA
Heat dissipation 587 kJ/h (556 btu/h)
Main power fuse 16 A
Protection class I
Product safety and
ergonomics
IEC 60950-1 / EN 60950-1, UL/CSA 60950-1,
CNS 14336 / GB 4943 / EN 50371
Electromagnetic
compatibility
FCC class A
CNS 13438 class A; VCCI class A
AS/NZS CISPR 22 class A / GB 9254 class A
GB 17625
Interference emissions EN 55022 class A
Harmonic current EN 61000-3-2
Flicker EN 61000-3-3
Interference immunity EN 55024, EN 300386
CE marking
to EU directives
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
(Product Safety)
Electromagnetic Compatibility 2004/108/EC

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Introduction Technical data
Mechanical values
Weight
Approx. 10 kg (depending on configuration).
Ventilation clearance
At least 200 mm on the front and rear.
Ambient conditions
Condensation during operation must be avoided!
Noise level
Horizontal operating position Upright operating position
Width 99 mm (195 mm with feet) 340 mm
Depth 399 mm 399 mm
Height 340 mm (360 mm with feet) 99 mm (104 mm with feet)
Environment class 3K2
Environment class 2K2
EN 60721 / IEC 721 Part 3-3
EN 60721 / IEC 721 Part 3-2
Temperature:
Operation (3K2) 15 °C ... 35 °C
Transport (2K2) -25 °C ... 60 °C
Humidity 10% ... 85%
Sound power level LWAd (ISO 9296) < 4.0 B (standby)
< 4.4 B (operation)
Sound pressure level at adjacent workstation
LpAm (ISO 9296)
< 28 dB (A) (standby)
< 31 dB (A) (operation)

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2 Installation steps, overview
This chapter contains an overview of the steps necessary to install your server.
Links guide you to sections where you can find more detailed information on the
individual steps:
ÊFirst of all, it is essential that you familiarize yourself with the safety infor-
mation in chapter “Important information” on page 21.
ÊTransport the server to the place where you want to install it
ÊUnpack all parts, check the contents of the package for visible transport
damage and check whether the items delivered match the details on the
delivery note (see section “Unpacking the server” on page 34).
ÊMake sure that all necessary manuals (see “Additional server documen-
tation” on page 8) are available; print out the PDF files if required.
ÊSet up the server (see section “Setting up the server” on page 35).
ÊWire the server. Follow the instructions in the sections “Connecting devices
to the server” on page 40 and “Notes on connecting/disconnecting cables”
on page 42.
ÊConnect the server to the mains (see section “Connecting the server to the
mains” on page 41).
ÊFamiliarize yourself with the controls and displays on the front and rear of the
server (see section “Controls and displays” on page 44).

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Installation steps, overview
ÊConfigure the server and install the desired operating system and applica-
tions. The following options are available:
– Remote configuration and installation with ServerStart:
With the ServerStart Disc 1 provided, you can configure the server and
install the operating system in a convenient manner.
Details on how to operate ServerStart, as well as some additional infor-
mation, can be found in the “PRIMERGY ServerView Suite - ServerStart”
manual.
Configuration information can also be found in section “Configuration
with ServerStart” on page 51.
– Local configuration and installation with or without ServerStart (see
section “Configuration with ServerStart” on page 51 or section “Configu-
ration without ServerStart” on page 52).
IYou will find more information on installing the server remotely or
locally in the ServerStart manual. This manual contains the instal-
lation steps (“Quick Step Guide”). A corresponding file in PDF format
is included on the ServerBooks DVD.