NEC Express5800/R120e-2E User manual

NEC Express Server
Express5800 Series
10.104.03-101.01
December 2013, 1st Edition
© NEC Corporation 2013
Express5800/R120e-2E
EXP481A
User’s Guide
Model Number: R120e-2E: N8100-2135F/2136F/2137F
N8100-2138F/2139F
N8100-2140F/2141F Chapter 1 General Description
Chapter 2 Preparations
Chapter 3 Setup
Chapter 4 Appendix

Documents for This Product
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Documents for This Product
Documents for this product are provided as booklets ( ) and electronic manuals (
PDF
)
in the EXPRESSBUILDER disc ( ).
Precautions for Use Describes points of caution to ensure the safe use of this server.
Read these cautions before using this server.
Getting Started Describes how to use this server, from unpacking to operations. See
this guide at first and confirm an outline of this product.
User’s Guide
Chapter 1: General Description Overviews, names, and functions of the server’s parts
Chapter 2: Preparations Installation of additional options, connection of peripheral devices,
and proper location for this server
Chapter 3: Setup System BIOS configurations and summary of EXPRESSBUILDER
PDF
Chapter 4: Appendix Specifications and other information
Installation Guide (Windows)
Chapter 1: Installing Windows Installation of Windows and drivers, and important information for
installation
PDF
Chapter 2: Installing Bundled
Software Installation of bundled software, such as NEC ESMPRO and Universal RAID Utility
Maintenance Guide
Chapter 1: Maintenance Server maintenance and troubleshooting
Chapter 2: Useful Features The detail of system BIOS settings, RAID Configuration Utility, and
EXPRESSBUILDER
PDF
Chapter 3: Appendix Error messages and Windows Event Logs
Other documents
PDF
Provides the detail of NEC ESMPRO, Universal RAID Utility, and the other features.
EXPRESSBUILDER

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Documents for This Product..................................................................................................................................2
Contents................................................................................................................................................................3
Notations Used in This Document .........................................................................................................................6
Notations used in the text..............................................................................................................................6
Optical disk drive...........................................................................................................................................6
Hard disk drive..............................................................................................................................................6
Removable media.........................................................................................................................................6
Abbreviations of Operating Systems (Windows)...........................................................................................7
Trademarks ...........................................................................................................................................................8
License Agreement Notice.....................................................................................................................................9
Regulatory Notices..............................................................................................................................................10
Warnings and Additions to This Document..........................................................................................................12
Latest editions.............................................................................................................................................12
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) ....................................................................................................13
Safety precautions ......................................................................................................................................13
Symbols used in this document and on warning labels...............................................................................14
Safety notes................................................................................................................................................15
Rack Installation ..............................................................................................................................15
Multiple power sources....................................................................................................................16
Rack mounted equipment marking – Slide/rail marking...................................................................16
General ...........................................................................................................................................17
Power supply and power cord use...................................................................................................18
Installation, relocation, storage, and connection..............................................................................19
Cleaning and working with internal devices.....................................................................................20
During operation..............................................................................................................................21
Warning labels ............................................................................................................................................22
External view ...................................................................................................................................22
Handling precautions (for proper operations)..............................................................................................23
Handling precautions (Anti-static Measures)...............................................................................................24
Chapter 1 General Description....................................................................................................................................26
1. Introduction.................................................................................................................................................27
2. Accessories.................................................................................................................................................28
3. Standard Features.......................................................................................................................................29
3.1 Management Features.....................................................................................................................32
3.2 Firmware and Software Version Management.................................................................................33
4. Names and Functions of Parts....................................................................................................................34
4.1 Front View (Front Bezel option: N8146-48F) ...................................................................................34
4.2 Front View (with the Front Bezel Removed) ....................................................................................36
4.3 Rear View........................................................................................................................................39
4.4 External View...................................................................................................................................41
4.5 Internal View....................................................................................................................................42
4.6 Motherboard (MB)............................................................................................................................44
4.7 Status Indicators..............................................................................................................................45
4.7.1 POWER LED ( )............................................................................................................45
4.7.2 STATUS LED ( ).............................................................................................................45

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4.7.3 LINK/ACT LED ( 1, 2, 3, 4).............................................................................46
4.7.4 Disk Access LED ( ).......................................................................................................46
4.7.5 Optical disk access LED....................................................................................................47
4.7.6 UID LED (ID)......................................................................................................................47
4.7.7 LED on a hard disk drive ...................................................................................................47
4.7.8 LEDs for LAN connectors..................................................................................................48
4.7.9 AC POWER LED on Power Supply Unit............................................................................49
Chapter 2 Preparations...............................................................................................................................................50
1. Installing Internal Optional Devices.............................................................................................................51
1.1 Safety Precautions...........................................................................................................................51
1.2 Anti-static Measures ........................................................................................................................52
1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal..............................................................................................53
1.4 Confirming Servers (UID Switch).....................................................................................................55
1.5 Removing the Front Bezel ...............................................................................................................57
1.6 Removing Top Cover .......................................................................................................................58
1.7 Internal Flash Memory.....................................................................................................................60
1.7.1 Installation..........................................................................................................................60
1.7.2 Removal ............................................................................................................................60
1.8 TPM Kit............................................................................................................................................61
1.8.1 Installation..........................................................................................................................61
1.9 Processor (CPU)..............................................................................................................................62
1.9.1 Maximum number of processor cores supported by this server.........................................62
1.9.2 Installation..........................................................................................................................63
1.9.3 Replacement / Removal ....................................................................................................66
1.10 DIMM...............................................................................................................................................67
1.10.1 Maximum supported memory size.....................................................................................67
1.10.2 Memory clock.....................................................................................................................67
1.10.3 Memory RAS feature.........................................................................................................68
1.10.4 DIMM installation order......................................................................................................69
1.10.5 Installation..........................................................................................................................70
1.10.6 Replacement / Removal ....................................................................................................71
1.10.7 Using Memory RAS Features............................................................................................72
1.11 Extra Battery / Flash Backup Unit for RAID Controller.....................................................................75
1.11.1 Handling precautions.........................................................................................................75
1.11.2 Installing N8103-153 extra battery.....................................................................................75
1.11.3 Removal ............................................................................................................................76
1.11.4 Installing FBU ....................................................................................................................77
1.11.5 Removal ............................................................................................................................79
1.12 Backup File Device..........................................................................................................................80
1.12.1 Installation (USB file devices)............................................................................................80
1.12.2 Removal ............................................................................................................................82
1.13 PCI Card..........................................................................................................................................83
1.13.1 Notes.................................................................................................................................83
1.13.2 Supported cards and available slots..................................................................................84
1.13.3 Installation..........................................................................................................................87
1.13.4 Removal ............................................................................................................................92
1.14 Additional HDD Cage.......................................................................................................................93
1.14.1 Installation..........................................................................................................................93
1.14.2 Removal ............................................................................................................................98
1.15 Additional HDD Cage (Rear)............................................................................................................99
1.15.1 Installation..........................................................................................................................99
1.15.2 Removal ..........................................................................................................................103
1.16 Additional/Redundant Fan Unit......................................................................................................104
1.16.1 Installation........................................................................................................................106
1.16.2 Replacement or Removal ................................................................................................107
1.17 Optical Disk Drive..........................................................................................................................108
1.17.1 Installation........................................................................................................................108
1.17.2 Removal ..........................................................................................................................109
1.18 Use of Internal Hard Disk Drives in the RAID System ...................................................................110
1.18.1 Connecting cables........................................................................................................... 111
1.18.2 Notes on configurating a RAID System ...........................................................................116
1.19 Installing Top Cover .......................................................................................................................117

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1.19.1 Installation........................................................................................................................117
1.20 2.5-inch Hard Disk Drive................................................................................................................118
1.20.1 Installation........................................................................................................................120
1.20.2 Removal ..........................................................................................................................122
1.20.3 Replacing a Hard Disk Drive in the RAID System............................................................123
1.21 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive................................................................................................................124
1.21.1 Installation........................................................................................................................125
1.21.2 Removal ..........................................................................................................................127
1.21.3 Replacing a Hard Disk Drive in the RAID System............................................................127
1.22 Power Supply Unit .........................................................................................................................128
1.22.1 Cold Redundant Feature .................................................................................................128
1.22.2 Installation........................................................................................................................129
1.22.3 Replacing a failing power supply unit...............................................................................131
1.23 Installing Front Bezel .....................................................................................................................132
2. Installation and Connection.......................................................................................................................133
2.1 Installation......................................................................................................................................133
2.1.1 Installing rack...................................................................................................................133
2.1.2 Installing the server to the rack or removing it from the rack ...........................................135
2.2 Connection.....................................................................................................................................141
2.2.1 Connecting to a uninterruptible power supply (UPS).......................................................145
Chapter 3 Setup........................................................................................................................................................146
1. Turning on the Server................................................................................................................................147
1.1 POST.............................................................................................................................................149
1.1.1 POST sequence ..............................................................................................................149
1.1.2 POST error messages.....................................................................................................150
2. System BIOS Setup..................................................................................................................................151
2.1 Overview........................................................................................................................................151
2.2 Starting and Exiting SETUP Utility .................................................................................................151
2.3 Description on On-Screen Items and Key Usage ..........................................................................153
2.4 Cases that Require Configuration..................................................................................................155
3. EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3...................................................................................................................156
3.1 Overview........................................................................................................................................156
3.2 EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 Network configuration....................................................................156
4. EXPRESSBUILDER..................................................................................................................................158
4.1 Features of EXPRESSBUILDER...................................................................................................158
4.2 Usage of EXPRESSBUILDER.......................................................................................................158
5. Installing Software Components................................................................................................................159
6. Turning Off the Server...............................................................................................................................160
Chapter 4 Appendix ..................................................................................................................................................161
1. Specifications............................................................................................................................................162
2. PCI Configuration......................................................................................................................................166

Notations Used in This Document
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Notations Used in This Document
Notations used in the text
In addition to safety-related symbols urging caution, three other types of notations are used in this document.
These notations have the following meanings.
Important Indicates critical items that must be followed when handling the server or operating software. If
the procedures described are not followed, server failure, data loss, and other serious
malfunctions could occur.
Note Indicates items that must be confirmed when handling the server or operating software.
Tips Indicates information that is helpful to keep in mind when using this server.
Optical disk drive
This server is equipped with one of the following drives. These drives are referred to as optical disk drive in this
document.
•DVD-ROM drive
•DVD Super MULTI drive
Hard disk drive
Unless otherwise stated, hard disk drive (HDD) described in this document refer to the following.
•Hard disk drive (HDD)
•Solid state drive (SSD)
Removable media
Unless otherwise stated, removable media described in this document refer to the following.
•USB flash drive
•Flash FDD

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Abbreviations of Operating Systems (Windows)
Windows Operating Systems are referred to as follows.
See Chapter 1 (1.2 Supported Windows OS) in Installation Guide (Windows) for detailed information.
Notation in this document Official Windows name
Widnows Server 2012 Standard
Windows Server 2012 Widnows Server 2012 Datacenter
Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard
Windows Server 2008 R2 Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise
Windows Server 2008 Standard
Windows Server 2008 * Windows Server 2008 Enterprise
* Includes 64-bit and 32-bit Editions unless otherwise stated.
The following appears on EXPRESSBUILDER.
•Windows Server 2008 64-bit Edition: Windows Server 2008 x64
•Windows Server 2008 32-bit Edition: Windows Server 2008 x86

Trademarks
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Trademarks
EXPRESSSCOPE are registered trademarks of NEC Corporation.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, Windows Vista, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
in the United States and other countries. Intel, Pentium, and Xeon are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation of the United States.
AT is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation of the United States and other countries. Adaptec, its logo,
and SCSI Select are registered trademarks or trademarks of Adaptec, Inc. of the United States. LSI and the LSI logo design are
trademarks or registered trademarks of LSI Corporation. Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems
Incorporated. DLT and DLTtape are trademarks of Quantum Corporation of the United States. PCI Express is a trademark of Peripheral
Component Interconnect Special Interest Group. Linux is a trademark or registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in Japan and other
countries. Red Hat® and Red Hat Enterprise Linux are trademarks or registered trademarks of Red Hat, Inc. in the United States and
other countries.
All other product, brand, or trade names used in this publication are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
trademark owners.

License Agreement Notice
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License Agreement Notice
Open source software of following license is included in the part of this product (system BIOS, Off-line tool).
EDK FROM TIANOCORE.ORG
BSD License from Intel
Copyright (c) 2004, Intel Corporation
All rights reserved.
Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the
following conditions are met:
•Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following
disclaimer.
•Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the
following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution.
•Neither the name of the Intel Corporation nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or
promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.
THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS "AS IS" AND ANY
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL
THE COPYRIGHT OWNER OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL,
SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR
BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN
CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY
WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
Copyright (c) 2004 - 2007, Intel Corporation
All rights reserved. This program and the accompanying materials are licensed and made available under the
terms and conditions of the BSD License which accompanies this distribution. The full text of the license may be
found at http://opensource.org/licenses/bsd-license.php
THE PROGRAM IS DISTRIBUTED UNDER THE BSD LICENSE ON AN "AS IS" BASIS, WITHOUT
WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

Regulatory Notices
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Regulatory Notices
FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class Adigital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
Industry Canada Class A Emission Compliance Statement
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Avis de conformité à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CE / Australia and New Zealand Statement
This is a Class A product. In domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case
the user may be required to take adequate measures (EN55022).
BSMI Statement
Disposing of your used product
In the European Union
EU-wide legislation as implemented in each Member State requires that used electrical and
electronic products carrying the mark (left) must be disposed of separately from normal household
waste. This includes Information and Communication Technology (ICT) equipment or electrical
accessories, such as cables or DVDs.
When disposing of used products, you should comply with applicable legislation or agreements you
may have. The mark on the electrical and electronic products only applies to the current European
Union Member States.
Outside the European Union
If you wish to dispose of used electrical and electronic products outside the European Union, please
contact your local authority and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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Turkish RoHS information relevant for Turkish market
EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur
Vietnam RoHS information relevant for Vietnam market
Complying with “CIRCULAR,No.30/2011/TT-BCT (Hanoi, August 10 2011), Temporary regulations on content limit for
certain hazardous substances in electrical products”
English Declaration of Conformity
with the requirements of Technical Regulation on the Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in
Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(adopted by Order №1057 of Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine)
The Product is in conformity with the requirements of Technical Regulation on the Restriction Of the use of certain
Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment (TR on RoHS).
The content of hazardous substance with the exemption
of the applications listed in the Annex №2 of TR on RoHS:
1. Lead (Pb) – not over 0,1wt % or 1000wt ppm;
2. Cadmium (Cd) – not over 0,01wt % or 100wt ppm;
3. Mercury (Hg) – not over 0,1wt % or 1000wt ppm;
4. Hexavalent chromium (Cr6+) – not over 0,1wt % or 1000wt ppm;
5. Polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) – not over 0,1wt % or 1000wt ppm;
6. Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) – not over 0,1wt % or 1000wt ppm.
Ukrainian Декларація про Відповідність
Вимогам Технічного Регламенту Обмеження Використання деяких Небезпечних Речовин велектричному та
електронному обладнанні
(затвердженого Постановою №1057 Кабінету Міністрів України)
Виріб відповідає вимогам Технічного Регламенту Обмеження Використання деяких Небезпечних Речовин в
електричному та електронному обладнанні (ТР ОВНР).
Вміст небезпечних речовин увипадках, не обумовлених вДодатку №2 ТР ОВНР, :
1. свинець(Pb) – не перевищує 0,1 % ваги речовини або вконцентрації до 1000 частин на мільйон;
2. кадмій (Cd)– не перевищує 0,01 % ваги речовини або вконцентрації до 100 частин на мільйон;
3. ртуть(Hg) – не перевищує 0,1 % ваги речовини або вконцентрації до 1000 частин на мільйон;
4. шестивалентний хром (Cr6+ ) – не перевищує 0,1 % ваги речовини або вконцентрації до 1000
частин на мільйон;
5. полібромбіфеноли (PBB) – не перевищує 0,1% ваги речовини або вконцентрації до 1000 частин на
мільйон;
6. полібромдефенілові ефіри (PBDE) – не перевищує 0,1 % ваги речовини або вконцентрації до 1000
частин на мільйон.
Russian Декларация оСоответствии
Требованиям Технического Регламента об Ограничении Использования некоторых Вредных Веществ в
электрическом иэлектронном оборудовании
(утверждённого Постановлением №1057 Кабинета Министров Украины)
Изделие соответствует требованиям Технического Регламента об Ограничении Использования некоторых
Вредных Веществ вэлектрическом иэлектронном оборудовании (ТР ОИВВ).
Содержание вредных веществ вслучаях, не предусмотренных Дополнением №2 ТР ОИВВ:
1. свинец (Pb) – не превышает 0,1 % веса вещества или вконцентрации до 1000 миллионных частей;
2. кадмий (Cd) – не превышает 0,01 % веса вещества или вконцентрации до 100 миллионных частей;
3. ртуть (Hg) – не превышает 0,1 % веса вещества или вконцентрации до 1000 миллионных частей;
4. шестивалентный хром (Cr6+)– не превышает 0,1 % веса вещества или вконцентрации до 1000
миллионных частей;
5. полибромбифенолы (PBB) – не превышает 0,1 % веса вещества или вконцентрации до 1000
миллионных частей;
6. полибромдифеноловые эфиры (PBDE) – не превышает 0,1 % веса вещества или вконцентрации
до 1000 миллионных частей.

Warnings and Additions to This Document
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Warnings and Additions to This Document
1. Unauthorized reproduction of the contents of this document, in part or in its entirety, is prohibited.
2. This document is subject to change at any time without notice.
3. Do not make copies or alter the document content without permission from NEC Corporation.
4. If you have any concerns, or discover errors or omissions in this document, contact your sales
representative.
5. Regardless of article 4, NEC Corporation assumes no responsibility for effects resulting from your
operations.
6. The sample values used in this document are not actual values.
Keep this document for future reference.
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messages and procedures are subject to change without notice. Substitute as appropriate when content has
been modified.
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Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read)
The following provides information required to use your server safely and properly. For details of names in this
section, refer to Names and Functions of Parts in this document.
Safety precautions
Follow the instructions in this document for the safe use of the NEC Express server.
This User’s Guide describes hazardous parts of the server, possible hazards, and how to avoid them. Server
components with possible danger are indicated with a warning label placed on or around them (or, in some cases,
by printing the warnings on the server).
In User’s Guide or on warning labels, WARNING or CAUTION is used to indicate a degree of danger. These
terms are defined as follows:
WARNING Indicates there is a risk of death or serious personal injury
CAUTION Indicates there is a risk of burns, other personal injury, or property damage
Precautions and notices against hazards are presented with one of the following three symbols. The individual
symbols are defined as follows:
Attention This symbol indicates the presence of a hazard if
the instruction is ignored.
An image in the symbol illustrates the hazard type.
Prohibited
Action This symbol indicates prohibited actions. An image
in the symbol illustrates a particular prohibited
action.
Mandatory
Action This symbol indicates mandatory actions. An image
in the symbol illustrates a mandatory action to avoid
a particular hazard.
(Electric shock risk)
(Do not disassemble)
(Example)
(Example)
(Example)
(Disconnect a plug)

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(A label example used in this User’s Guide)
Symbols used in this document and on warning labels
Attentions
Indicates the presence of electric shock
hazards. Indicates the presence of mechanical parts that can result in bodily injury.
Indicates the presence of a hot surface
or component. Touching this surface
could result in bodily injury.
Indicates the presence of mechanical
parts that can result in pinching or other
bodily injury.
Indicates there is a risk of explosion. Indicates the presence of laser beam
that cause blindness.
Indicates there is a risk of fire or fumes. Indicates a general notice or warning
that cannot be specifically identified.
Prohibited Actions
Do not disassemble, repair, or modify
the server. Otherwise, an electric shock
or fire may be caused.
Do not touch the server with wet hand.
Otherwise, an electric shock may be
caused.
Do not touch the component specified by
this symbol. Otherwise, an electric shock
or burn may be caused.
Do not use the server in the place where
water or liquid may pour. Otherwise, an
electric shock or fire may be caused.
Do not place the server near the fire.
Otherwise, a fire may be caused. Indicates a general prohibited action that cannot be specifically identified.
Mandatory Actions
Unplug the power cord of the server.
Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may
be caused.
Indicates a mandatory action that cannot
be specifically identified. Make sure to
follow the instruction.
Make sure equipment is properly
grounded. Otherwise, an electric shock
or fire may be caused.
WARNING
Use only the specified outlet
Use a grounded outlet with the specified voltage. Use of an improper power source may
cause a fire or a power leak.
Symbol to draw
attention Description of a warning Term indicating a degree of danger

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Safety notes
This section provides notes on using the server safely. Read this section carefully to ensure proper and safe use
of the server. For symbols, refer to Safety precautions.
Rack Installation
CAUTION
Elevated Operating Ambient
If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack
environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the
equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by the
manufacturer.
Reduced Air Flow
Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation
of the equipment is not compromised.
Mechanical Loading
Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to
uneven mechanical loading.
Circuit Overloading
Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that
overloading of the circuits might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate
consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
Reliable Earthing
Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to
supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g., use of power strips).

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CAUTION
Do not attempt to carry or install the server alone
More than two people are required to carry or install the rack. Otherwise, the rack may fall, resulting in
personal injury or damage to peripheral devices. In particular, tall racks such as a 44U rack become
unstable unless steadied with a stabilizer. Make sure that two or more people hold the rack to carry or install
the rack.
Do not install with the load weight distributed unevenly
To avoid unevenly distributing the load of the rack and server, install a stabilizer or connect multiple racks to
distribute the weight. Otherwise, the rack may fall, resulting in personal injury.
Do not install components alone, and check the door hinge pins of the rack
Two or more people are required to install the rack components such as the door or rails. When installing
the door, make sure that both upper and lower hinge pins are held in place. Incomplete attachment may
cause components to fall off as well as personal injury.
Do not extend any device from the rack that is not stabilized
When extending a device from the rack, make sure that the rack is stable (by using a stabilizer or seismic
reinforcement). Otherwise, the rack may fall, resulting in personal injury.
Do not extend more than one device out of the rack
Extending multiple devices from the rack may cause the rack to fall, resulting in personal injury. Extend only
one device at one time.
Do not exceed the rated capacity of the power supply when connecting devices
To prevent burn injuries, fire, and damage to the server, make sure the load on the branch circuit that
supplies power to the rack will not exceed the rated load. For inquiries regarding the installation or wiring of
the power supply system, consult with the company that performed the installation or wiring, or the power
company that services your area.
Multiple power sources
CAUTION
Disconnect all power supply cords before servicing.
Rack mounted equipment marking – Slide/rail marking
CAUTION
Slide/rail mounted equipment is not to be used as a shelf or a work space.

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General
WARNING
Do not use the server for services where human life may be at stake or high reliability is required.
This server is not intended for use in medical, nuclear, aerospace, mass transit or other applications where
human life may be at stake or high reliability is required, nor is it intended for use in controlling such
applications. We disclaim liability for any personal injury and property damages caused by such use of this
server.
Do not use the server if any smoke, odor, or noise is present.
If smoke, odor, or noise is present, immediately turn off the server and disconnect the power plug from the
outlet, then contact the store where you purchased the product or your maintenance service company.
Using the server in such conditions may cause a fire.
Do not insert needles or metal objects.
Do not insert needles or metal objects into ventilation holes in the server or openings in the optical disk
drive. Doing so may cause an electric shock.
Use a rack that conforms to the designated standard
This server can be mounted onto a 19-inch rack that conforms to EIA standards. Do not mount the server
onto any rack that does not conform to EIA standards. Doing so may cause a server malfunction, personal
injury, or damage to peripheral devices. For more information about racks that can be used with the server,
consult with your maintenance service company.
Use the server only under the specified environment
Do not install the server rack in any environment that is not suitable for installation.
Installation in an unsuitable environment is harmful for the server and other systems installed in the rack
and may cause fire or personal injury due to the rack falling. For a detailed explanation on installation
environments or seismic reinforcement, consult with the instruction manual supplied with the rack or your
maintenance service company.
CAUTION
Keep water or foreign matter away from the server.
Do not let any liquid such as water or foreign materials including pins or paper clips enter the server. Failure
to follow this warning may cause an electric shock, a fire, or failure of the server. When such things
accidentally enter the server, immediately turn off the power and disconnect the power plug from the outlet.
Do not disassemble the server, and contact the store where you purchased the product or your
maintenance service company.

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Power supply and power cord use
WARNING
Do not hold the power plug with a wet hand.
Do not disconnect/connect the plug while your hands are wet. Failure to follow this warning may cause an
electric shock.
Do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.
Never connect the ground wire to a gas pipe. Failure to follow this warning may cause a gas explosion.
CAUTION
Plug in to a proper power source.
Use a grounded outlet with the specified voltage. Use of an outlet with a voltage other than that specified
causes fire and electrical leakage. Do not install the server in any environment that requires an extension
cord. Connecting to a cord that does not conform to the power supply specs of the server causes
overheating, resulting in fire.
If you want to use an AC cord set with a ground wire of class 0I, be sure to connect the ground wire before
inserting the power plug into the outlet. Before disconnecting the ground wire, be sure to disconnect the
power plug from the output.
Do not connect many cords into a single outlet by using extension cords.
The electric current exceeding the rated flow overheats the outlet, which may cause a fire.
Insert the power plug into the outlet as far as it goes.
Heat generation resulting from a halfway inserted power plug (imperfect contact) may cause a fire. Heat will
also be generated if condensation is formed on dusty blades of the halfway inserted plug, increasing the
possibility of fire.
Do not use any unauthorized interface cable.
Use only the interface cables provided with the server. Electric current that exceeds the amount allowed
could cause fire. Also, observe the following precautions to prevent electrical shock or fire caused by a
damaged power cord.
•Do not stretch the cord harness
•Do not bend the power cord.
•Do not twist the power cord
•Do not step on the power cord.
•Uncoil the power cord before use
•Do not secure the power cord with staples or
equivalents
•Do not pinch the power cord
•Keep chemicals away from the power cord
•Do not place any object on the power cord
•Do not alter, modify, or repair the power cord
•Do not use a damaged power cord (replace the
damaged power cord with a power cord of the
same standard. For information on replacing the
power cord, contact the store where you
purchased the product or a maintenance service
company)

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CAUTION
Do not use the attached power cord for any other devices or usage.
The power cord that comes with your server is designed aiming to connect with this server and to use with
the server, and its safety has been tested. Do not use the attached power cord for any other purpose. Doing
so may cause a fire or an electric shock.
Do not unplug the power cord by holding the cable part.
Pull the power cord straight out by holding the plug. Pulling the power cord by holding the cable part or
applying extra pressure to the connector may damage the cable part, which may cause a fire or electric
shock.
Installation, relocation, storage, and connection
CAUTION
Do not attempt to lift the server by yourself
Some servers weigh up to 30 kg depending on the server components. Carrying the server by yourself may
damage your back. At least two people should securely hold the server from the bottom when carrying it. Do
not hold the front bezel to lift the server. The front bezel may be disengaged from the server, causing
personal injury. Hold the server firmly by its bottom.
Do not install the server in any place other than specified.
Do not install the server in the following places or any place other than specified in this User's Guide. Failure
to follow this instruction may cause a fire.
•A dusty place
•A humid place such as near a boiler
•A place exposed to direct sunlight
•An unstable place
Do not use the server in an environment where corrosive gas is present
Do not install the server in a place subject to corrosive gases including sodium chloride, sulfur dioxide,
hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen dioxide, chlorine, ammonia, or ozone. Do not install the server in an environment
that contains dust, chemicals that accelerate corrosion such as NaCl or sulfur, or conductive materials.
Failure to follow this warning may cause the wiring on the printed wiring board to short-circuit, leading to
fire. If you have any questions, contact the store where you purchased the product or a maintenance
service company.
Do not install the server while the cover is removed
Do not install the server to a rack while the cover or other relevant items removed. Not only will the cooling
effect within the server decrease, causing the server to malfunction, but also may allow dust to enter the
server, resulting in fire or electrical shock.
Do not get your fingers caught in the rails
When mounting/removing the server onto/from the rack, be careful to avoid getting your fingers caught in
the rails or cutting your fingers on the rails.

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CAUTION
Do not apply any weight on the server when it is extended from the rack
Do not apply force on the server when it is extended from the rack. Doing so cause the frames to bend,
which makes it impossible to be mounted on the rack. It also may cause the server to fall, resulting in
personal injury.
Do not attempt to connect or disconnect the interface cable while the power cord is plugged into an
outlet
Be sure to unplug the power cord from a power outlet before connecting/disconnecting any interface cable
to/from the server. If the server is off-powered but its power cord is plugged to a power source, touching a
cable or connector may cause an electric shock or a fire resulted from a short circuit.
Use only the specified interface cable.
Use only interface cables provided by NEC and locate a proper device and connector before connecting a
cable. Using an authorized cable or connecting a cable to an improper destination may cause a short
circuit, resulting in a fire.
Also, observe the following notes on using and connecting an interface cable.
•Do not use any damaged cable connector.
•Do not step on the cable.
•Do not place any object on the cable.
•Do not use the server with loose cable connections.
Do not use any damaged cable.
Cleaning and working with internal devices
WARNING
Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the server.
Never attempt to disassemble, repair, or alter the server on any occasion except as described in this
document. Failure to follow this warning may cause not only malfunction of the server but also an electric
shock or fire.
Do not attempt to remove lithium, NiMH, or Li-ion batteries.
The server contains the lithium, NiMH, or Li-ion battery (some optional devices have a lithium, NiMH, or
Li-ion battery installed). Do not remove the battery. Placing a battery close to a fire or in the water may
cause an explosion.
When the server does not operate appropriately due to the dead battery, contact the store you purchased
the product or your maintenance service company. Do not attempt to disassemble the server to replace or
recharge the battery by yourself.
Disconnect the power plug before cleaning the server.
Be to power off the server and disconnect the power plug from a power outlet before cleaning or
installing/removing internal optional devices. Touching any internal device of the server with its power cord
connected to a power source may cause an electric shock even of the server is off-powered.
Occasionally disconnect the power plug from the outlet and clean the plug with a dry cloth. Heat will be
generated if condensation is formed on a dusty plug, which may cause a fire.