Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX600 S4 User manual

PRIMERGY RX600 S4 Server
Options Guide
Edition January 2008

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RX600 S4 Options Guide
Contents
1 Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 Concept and target group of this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2 Documentation overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.3 Extensions and conversions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.4 Notational conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4 Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.1 Opening the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5 Main memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
6 Processors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.1 Installing additional processors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.2 Replacing a processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
7 Accessible drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
7.1 Installing the CD/DVD drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
7.2 Installing a tape drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
8 Controllers in non-hot-plug PCI slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
8.1 Installing controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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Contents
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9 Battery for the RAID5 controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
9.1 Installing the battery (iBBU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
10 Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
10.1 Closing the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

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1 Preface
The PRIMERGY RX600 S4 server is an Intel-based server for mid-size and
large companies. It is suitable for use as a file server as well as an application,
information, or Internet server.
The server offers a high degree of reliability and availability through highly
developed hardware and software components. These include hard disk drive
modules, system fans, power supply units and PCI slots (all the components
listed are hot-pluggable), as well as ServerView Prefailure Detection (PFD),
“Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart” (ASR&R) and the ServerView
server management software.
The server is used exclusively as a rack model. It offers a whole host of config-
uration options but only uses four height units in the 19-inch rack.
1.1 Concept and target group of this manual
This options guide shows you how you can expand and upgrade the server.
VCAUTION!
The actions described in this manual should only be performed by
technical specialists.
IThe installation and removal of the hot-plug components is described in
the operating manual supplied with the server.
1.2 Documentation overview
IPRIMERGY manuals are available in PDF format on the ServerBooks
DVD, which is part of the ServerView Suite package provided with each
server system.
These PDF files can also be downloaded from the Internet free of
charge: At http://manuals.fujitsu-siemens.com you will find an overview
page showing the online documentation available on the Internet. You
can go to the PRIMERGY server documentation by clicking industry
standard servers.

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Documentation overview Preface
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Additional documentation about the server
The PRIMERGY documentation comprises the following additional manuals:
– The “Safety notes and other important information” manual (printed copy
always supplied with the server, and available as a PDF file on the Server-
Books DVD supplied)
– The “Guarantee” manual (printed copy always supplied with the server, and
available as a PDF file on the ServerBooks DVD supplied)
– The “Ergonomics” manual (PDF file available on the ServerBooks DVD
supplied)
– The operating manual for the PRIMERGY RX600 S4 server (PDF file
available on the ServerBooks DVD supplied)
– The technical manual for the system board D2244 (PDF file available on the
ServerBooks DVD supplied)
– The “PRIMERGY RX600 S4 BIOS Setup Utility” manual (PDF file available
on the ServerBooks DVD supplied)
– The service supplement for PRIMERGY RX600 S4 (PDF file available on
the ServerBooks DVD supplied)
– The “ServerView Suite” manual (printed copy always supplied with the
server, and available as a PDF file on the ServerBooks DVD supplied)
– The “WebBIOS Configuration Utility” (PDF file available on the ServerBooks
DVD supplied)
– The “PRIMERGY ServerView Suite – integrated Remote Management
Controller (iRMC S2)” manual (PDF file available on the ServerBooks DVD
supplied).
IYou can order a supplementary ServerBooks DVD by sending an e-mail
to the following address, quoting your server data:
[e-mail]
Further sources of information:
– Technical manual for the relevant rack
– Manual for the monitor
– Documentation for boards and drives
– Documentation for your operating system
– Information files on your operating system

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Preface Extensions and conversions
1.3 Extensions and conversions
Additional processors
The system board can be upgraded to include up to four processors. You may
only use processors of the same type; all processors must have the same
frequency and cache size.
Extending the main memory
The system board provides slots for four memory boards, each of which can
accommodate up to eight memory modules. The slots are suitable for DDR-II /
533 or 667 MHz Fully Buffered DIMM modules with up to 8 Gbytes capacity per
DIMM module. This allows a maximum memory configuration of 256 Gbytes.
Additional accessible drives
You can add a CD/DVD drive in 0.5x5.25-inch format or a tape drive in 5.25x1.6-
inch format.
Additional controllers in PCI slots
The system board has seven PCI Express slots:
●Slots 1-4 are hot-plug PCI slots which can be fitted with hot-pluggable
controllers (the hot-plug PCI slots are described in the operating manual).
They have a bandwidth of 4 GB/s.
●Slots 5 through 7 are non-hot-plug PCI slots with a bandwidth of 2 GB/s.
●Slots 4 and 5 may only be fitted with half-length modules.
Battery (BBU) for the RAID5 controller
An optional battery (intelligent battery backup unit = iBBU) is available for the
SAS RAID 5 controller to protect its memory contents in the event of a power
failure.

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ServerView Remote Management
Remote Management is the remote-management solution for PRIMERGY
systems from Fujitsu Siemens Computers. Remote Management and the
associated hardware components integrated in the system allow remote
monitoring and servicing as well as rapid recovery of the system in the event of
an error.
Remote Management with the Remote Management Controller iRMC S2
The iRMC S2 (intelligent Remote Management Controller) is integrated on the
I/O riser card as the baseboard management controller (BMC). It provides the
ServerView remote management functions. For further information, see the
“PRIMERGY ServerView Suite – integrated Remote Management Controller
(iRMC S2)” manual.
1.4 Notational conventions
The following notational conventions are used in this manual:
Italics indicate commands, menu items or software programs.
“Quotation marks” indicate names of chapters and terms that need to be
emphasized.
Êindicates an action that must be performed.
VCAUTION! indicates that, if you ignore the information given at this
point, your health, the correct functioning of your
system or the security of your data may be at risk.
Iindicates supplementary information, remarks and tips.
Table 1: Notational convention

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2Procedure
VCAUTION!
●The actions described in this manual should only be performed by
engineers, service personnel or technical specialists.
●Equipment repairs must only be performed by qualified staff.
●Any failure to observe the guidelines in this manual, and any unautho-
rized opening or improper repairs could endanger the user (through
electric shock, fire hazards) or damage the equipment.
●Please note that any unauthorized opening of the server will void the
warranty and exempt the manufacturer from all liability.
ÊFirst of all please familiarize yourself with the safety instructions in the
chapter “Safety instructions” on page 11ff.
ÊMake sure that all the manuals you need (see “Additional documentation
about the server” on page 6) are available, printing out the PDF files if
necessary.
You will definitely need:
– the operating manual for the server,
– the service supplement for the server, and
– the technical manual for the system board.
ÊShut down the server correctly, switch it off, pull out the power plugs, and
open the server as described in the chapter “Preparation” on page 17f.
ÊExtend or upgrade your server as described in the relevant chapter.
IThe installation and removal of the hot-plug components is described
in the operating manual supplied with the server.
ÊClose the server, plug in the power plugs, and switch on the server as
described in the chapter “Completion” on page 47f.
ÊStart the operating system and, if necessary, configure it as required (see
the operating manual).

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3 Safety instructions
IThe following safety instructions are also provided in the manual “Safety
notes and other important information”.
This device meets the relevant safety regulations for IT equipment. If you have
any questions about whether you can install the server in the intended
environment, please contact your sales outlet or our customer service team.
VCAUTION!
●The actions described in this manual should only be performed by
technical specialists.
●Repairs to the device that do not relate to CSS failures must only be
carried out by service personnel. Please note that unauthorized inter-
ference with the system will void the warranty and exempt the
manufacturer from all liability.
●Any failure to observe the guidelines in this manual, and any improper
repairs could expose the user to risks (electric shock, energy
hazards, fire hazards) or damage the equipment.
Before starting up
VCAUTION!
●During installation and before operating the device, observe the
instructions on environmental conditions for your device.
●If the device is brought in from a cold environment, condensation may
form both inside and on the outside of the device.
Wait until the device has acclimatized to room temperature and is
absolutely dry before starting it up. Material damage may be caused
to the device if this requirement is not observed.
●Transport the device only in the original packaging or in packaging
that protects it from knocks and jolts.

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Installation and operation
VCAUTION!
●If the device is integrated in an installation that receives power from
an industrial (public) power supply network with the IEC309
connector, the (public) power supply protection must comply with the
requirements for the non-industrial (public) power supply networks for
the type A connector.
●The device automatically sets itself to a voltage in the range of
100 V - 240 V. Make sure that your local voltage is within this range.
●This device has a specially approved power cable and must only be
connected to a safety socket on the rack mains socket strip.
●The ON/OFF button does not disconnect the device from the mains
voltage. To completely disconnect it from the mains voltage, remove
the power plug from the safety socket.
●Always connect the device and the attached peripherals to the same
power circuit. Otherwise you run the risk of losing data if, for example,
the server is still operating but the peripheral device (e.g. storage
subsystem) has failed during a power outage.
●Take notice that the data cables to peripheral devices are adequately
shielded.
●To the LAN wiring the requirements apply in accordance with the
standards EN 50173 and EN 50174-1/2. As minimum requirement
the use of a protected LAN line of category 5 for 10/100 MBps
Ethernet, and/or of category 5e for Gigabit Ethernet is considered.
The requirements of the specification ISO/IEC 11801 are to be
considered.
●Route the cables in such a way that they do not form a potential
hazard and that they cannot be damaged. When connecting up a
device, refer to the relevant notes in this manual.
●Never connect or disconnect data transmission lines during a storm
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Safety instructions
VCAUTION!
●Make sure that no objects (such as bracelets or paper clips) fall into
or liquids spill into the device (risc of electric shock or short circuit).
●In emergencies (e.g. damaged casing, controls or cables, penetration
of liquids or foreign matter), switch off the device immediately, remove
the power plug from the safety socket and contact your sales outlet or
customer service team.
●Proper operation of the device (in accordance with IEC 60950-1/
EN 60950-1) is only ensured if the casing is completely assembled
and the rear covers for the installation openings have been put in
place (electric shock, cooling, fire protection, interference
suppression).
●Only install system expansions that satisfy the requirements and
rules governing safety and electromagnetic compatibility and relating
to telecommunications terminal equipment. If you install other expan-
sions, you may damage the system or violate the safety regulations
and regulations governing RFI suppression. Information on which
system expansions are suitable can be obtained from the customer
service centre or your sales outlet.
●The components or parts marked with a warning label (e.g. lightning
symbol) may only be opened, removed or exchanged by authorized,
qualified personnel.
●The warranty expires if the device is damaged during the installation
or replacement of system expansions.
●You may only set those resolutions and refresh rates specified in the
operating manual of the monitor. Otherwise, you may damage your
monitor. If you are in any doubt, contact your sales outlet or customer
service centre.

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Batteries
VCAUTION!
●Incorrect replacement of batteries may result in a risk of explosion.
The batteries may only be replaced with identical batteries or with a
type recommended by the manufacturer (see the technical manual for
the system board).
●Replace the lithium-battery on the system board in accordance with
the instructions in the technical manual for the system board.
Working with CDs/DVDs and CD/DVD drives
When working with devices with CD/DVD drives, these instructions must be
followed.
VCAUTION!
●Only use CDs/DVDs that are in perfect condition in your server's
CD/DVD drive, in order to prevent data loss, equipment damage and
injury.
●Check each CD/DVD for damage, cracks, breakages etc. before
inserting it in the drive.
Note that any additional labels applied may change the mechanical
properties of a CD/DVD and cause imbalance.
Damaged and imbalanced CDs/DVDs can break at high drive speeds
(data loss).
Under certain circumstances, sharp CD/DVD fragments can pierce
the cover of the CD/DVD drive (equipment damage) and can fly out
of the device (danger of injury, particularly to uncovered body parts
such as the face or neck).
IYou can prevent mechanical damage and damage to the CD/DVD drive,
as well as premature CD/DVD wear, by observing the following sugges-
tions:
●Only insert CDs/DVDs in the drive when needed and remove them
after use.
●Store the CDs/DVDs in suitable sleeves.
●Protect the CDs/DVDs from exposure to heat and direct sunlight.

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Safety instructions
ILaser information
The CD/DVD drive complies with IEC 60825-1 laser class 1.
VCAUTION!
The CD/DVD drive contains a light-emitting diode (LED), which under
certain circumstances produces a laser beam stronger than laser
class 1. Looking directly at this beam is dangerous.
Never remove parts of the CD/DVD drive casing!
Modules with electrostatic-sensitive components
Systems and components that might be damaged by electrostatic discharge
(ESD) are marked with the following label:
Figure 1: ESD label
When you handle components fitted with ESDs, you must observe the following
points under all circumstances:
●Remove the power plug before installing or removing components
containing ESDs.
●You must always discharge yourself of static charges (e.g. by touching a
grounded object) before working.
●The equipment and tools you use must be free of static charges.
●Only touch the components at the positions highlighted in green (touch
points).
●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.

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●Place all components on a static-safe base.
IYou will find a detailed description for handling ESD components in the
relevant European or international standards (DIN EN 61340-5-1,
ANSI/ESD S20.20).

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4 Preparation
VCAUTION!
Make sure you observe the safety notes in the chapter “Safety instruc-
tions” on page 11ff.
ÊExit all applications and shut down the server properly.
ÊIf your operating system has not switched off the server, press the On/Off
button.
ÊUnplug the power plugs from the grounded power outlets.
4.1 Opening the server
Figure 2: Removing the server
ÊUndo the knurled screws (1) and pull the server carefully out of the rack (2)
as far as possible.
ÊIn the majority of cases it makes sense to remove the server from the rack.
IHow to remove the server from the rack cabinet is described in the
operating manual.
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Figure 3: Removing the housing cover
ÊUndo the two captive screws on the front (1).
ÊPush the housing cover back a few centimeters (2).
ÊTake off the housing cover.
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5Mainmemory
VCAUTION!
Make sure you observe the safety notes in the chapter “Safety instruc-
tions” on page 11ff.
The system board provides slots for four memory boards, each of which can
accommodate up to eight memory modules.
The slots are suitable for DDR-II / 533 or 667 MHz FBDIMM modules with up to
8 Gbytes capacity per memory module, allowing a maximum memory configu-
ration of 256 Gbytes.
IDue to the many and varied memory configuration options in the
RX600 S4, work on the memory boards should only be performed
by qualified engineers. The required procedure is therefore described
in the service supplement for this server.

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