Intel AD450NX User manual

AD450NX Server System 1
Quick Start Guide
for the
AD450NX Server System
Order Number: 678270-002
This guide explains how to boot your server from the Server Configuration Software CD. After
booting the server from the CD, you can create software installation diskettes, run PC diagnostics
on the server, and read and/or print the online Product Guide.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury when unpacking the server, use only a
mechanical assist unit to lift it off the shipping pallet.
The minimum server configuration weighs about 58 kg (128 lbs), and
the maximum one weighs close to 79 kg (175 lbs). Do not attempt to lift
or move the server by the handles on the power supplies.
Contents
Select a site.......................................................................................................................... 3
After unpacking the server ................................................................................................... 4
Moving the server................................................................................................................. 4
Connect keyboard, mouse, and monitor, and printer............................................................ 6
Obtain power cords..............................................................................................................8
Turn on video monitor and server......................................................................................... 8
Power-on self test ...............................................................................................................11
Boot from the server configuration software CD..................................................................11
Access the server Product Guide........................................................................................12
Using the Acrobat .PDF files.......................................................................................12
Using the PostScript .PS files.....................................................................................13
Copy server configuration software to diskettes..................................................................13
If server won’t boot from the CD..........................................................................................13
WARNING: English (US)....................................................................................................15
AVERTISSEMENT: Français..............................................................................................17
WARNUNG: Deutsch.........................................................................................................19
AVVERTENZA: Italiano......................................................................................................21
ADVERTENCIAS: Español.................................................................................................23

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AD450NX Server System 3
Select a site
The server operates reliably within the specified environmental limits. Choose a site that is
• Near a grounded power outlet
 In the United States and Canada, this means a NEMA 5-15R outlet for 100-120 V~ or a
NEMA 6-15R outlet for 200-240 V~.
 For international sites, this means a grounded power outlet applicable for the electrical
code of the region.
CAUTION
Ensure that the power service connection is through a properly grounded
outlet.
• Clean and dust-free
• Well ventilated and away from sources of heat
• Isolated from strong electromagnetic fields and electrical noise caused by electrical devices
such as air conditioners, large fans, large electric motors, radio and TV transmitters, and high
frequency security devices
• Spacious enough to provide sufficient room behind and around the server so that you can
remove AC power from it by unplugging the power cord from each power supply or wall
outlet
• Away from sources of vibration or physical shock

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After unpacking the server
Inspect the shipping box for evidence of mishandling during transit. If the shipping box is
damaged, photograph it for reference. After removing the contents, keep the damaged box and the
packing materials. If the contents appear damaged, file a damage claim with the carrier
immediately.
Save the shipping boxes and packing materials to repackage the server in the event you decide to
move it to another site.
Moving the server
The front casters on the base of the server are locked to prevent the server from moving.
1. Using your finger, pull the hinged plastic locks to the open position to unlock the front casters.
2. After connecting peripherals devices, cables, and power cords to the server, slide the server in
to its operating position.
3. Push the plastic locks to the closed position to lock the front casters.

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BC
A Hinged plastic caster lock
B Closed
C Open

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Connect keyboard, mouse, and monitor, and printer
Keyboard Connect the signal cable of a PS/2†-compatible keyboard to the keyboard port on the
server I/O panel.
Mouse Connect the signal cable of a PS/2-compatible mouse to the mouse port on the server I/O
panel.
Monitor Connect the signal cable of the video monitor to the Super VGA†port on the server I/O
panel.
Printer Connect the signal cable of a PS/2-compatible printer to the parallel port on the server I/O
panel.

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A B
HI
A PS/2-compatible serial port 1 (COM1), 9-pin RS-232 connector
B PS/2-compatible parallel port (LPT), 25-pin bidirectional subminiature D connector
C USB ports O and 1, 4-pin connectors
D Super VGA compatible, 15-pin video connector
E PS/2-compatible serial port 2 (COM2), 9-pin RS-232 connector
F PS/2-compatible keyboard port, 6-pin miniature Deutsche Industrie Norm (DIN) connector
G PS/2-compatible mouse port, 6-pin miniature Deutsche Industrie Norm (DIN) connector
H Intelligent Chassis Management Bus (ICMB) port 1, SEMCONN†6-pin connector
I Intelligent Chassis Management Bus (ICMB) port 2, SEMCONN 6-pin connector

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Obtain power cords
WARNING
Do not attempt to modify or use AC power cords that are not the exact
type required.
Because power cords are not supplied for the server power supplies, you must obtain power cords
that meet the following criteria:
• The cord must be rated for the available AC voltage and have a current rating that is at least
125% of the current rating of the server.
• The connector that plugs into the wall outlet must be a grounding-type plug designed for use in
your region. It must have certification marks showing certification by an agency acceptable in
your region.
• The connector that plugs into the AC receptacle on the server power supply must be an
IEC 320, sheet C13, type female connector.
• The cord must be less than 4.5 meters (14.76 feet) long, and it must be flexible <HAR>
(harmonized) or VDE certified cordage to comply with the server safety certifications.
Turn on video monitor and server
WARNING
The push-button on/off power switch on the front panel of the server
does not turn off the AC power. To remove AC power from the server,
you must unplug each power cord from each power supply or wall
outlet.
1. Make sure all external devices, such as a video monitor, printer, keyboard, and mouse
(optional) have been connected.
2. Remove drive protection cards (if present) from the removable media drives.
3. Turn on your video monitor and printer.
4. For each power supply present in the server, plug the female end of each power cord into the
power supply input receptacle on the back of the chassis (your server may be configured with
either three or four power supplies).
✏NOTE
To plug in a power cord, push and hold the spring-loaded safety interlock
mechanism toward the edge of the power supply. Then plug the power cord
into the exposed inlet receptacle, and release the safety interlock.
5. For each power supply present in the server, plug the power cord into a properly grounded
power outlet.

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D
I
PS
A Four power supplies (fourth power supply is redundant)
B AC power inlet receptacle and safety interlock mechanism
C Handle for removing the power supply
D Four screws
E PS LED (green) power supply okay
When lit, indicates the power supply is on and working. When off, it may indicate
either that the power supply has failed, the system-loading on the power supply is too
low to detect failure, or the supply is not properly plugged in.
F I LED (green) power supply current OK
When lit, indicates power supply is on and OK. When off, indicates the power supply
has shut down because of an overcurrent condition or the power supply has failed.

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6. If the server does not come on when you plug the power cords into the power outlets, press the
power switch on the front panel.
7. Verify that the power-on light on the front panel is lit. After a few seconds the power-on self
test (POST) begins. See “Power-on self test” on page 11.
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H
G
A Front panel LCD
B NMI switch
C Power LED (green)
D Power fault LED (yellow)
E Cooling fault LED (yellow)
F Drive fault LED (yellow)
G Power switch
H Reset switch