PRIMERGY TX300 S3 User manual

PRIMERGY TX300 S3 Server
Operating Manual
Edition December 2006

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TX300 S3 Operating Manual
Contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 Documentation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.3 Notational Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.4 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2 Installation Steps: Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3 Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.1 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.2 CE Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.3 FCC Class A Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.4 Transporting the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3.5 Notes on Installing in the Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3.6 Environmental Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
4 Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.1 Unpacking the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.2 Setting up the floorstand model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.3 Installing/Removing the Rack Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.3.1 Mounting in the PRIMECENTER/DataCenter Rack . . . . . . . 40
4.3.2 Installation in Classic Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
4.3.3 Installation in 3rd Party Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
4.3.4 Inserting the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
4.4 Connecting Devices to the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
4.5 Connecting the Server to the Mains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
4.6 Instructions for Connecting/Disconnecting Cables . . . . . . . 58
5 Starting Up and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
5.1 Locking and Unlocking the Floorstand Model . . . . . . . . . . 59
5.2 Controls and Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
5.2.1 Front of server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
5.2.2 Rear of Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
5.3 Switching the Server On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
5.4 Starting up Hot-Plug PCI Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
5.5 Configuring the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
5.5.1 Configuration with ServerStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
5.5.2 Configuration without ServerStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
5.6 Cleaning the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
6 Property and Data Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
6.1 BIOS Setup Security Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

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7 Troubleshooting and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
7.1 Power On Indicator Remains Unlit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
7.2 Server Switches Itself Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
7.3 Screen Remains Blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
7.4 Flickering Stripes on Monitor Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
7.5 No Screen Display or Display Drifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
7.6 No Mouse Pointer Displayed on Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
7.7 Unable to Read From / Write To Floppy Disk . . . . . . . . . . 82
7.8 Incorrect Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
7.9 Drives Reported as “Dead” When Starting System . . . . . . . 83
7.10 Added Drive Reported as Defective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
7.11 Hot-plug PCI fault indication lights up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
7.12 Hot-plug PCI voltage display does not light up after the board has
been replaced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
7.13 Error Message on Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
8 Hot plug components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
8.1 Hot-plug power supply units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
8.1.1 Replacing Hot Pluggable Power Supply Units . . . . . . . . . . 88
8.2 Hot-pluggable hard disk drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
8.2.1 Handling Hard Disk Drives/HDD Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
8.2.2 Installing/Removing the Dummy Module . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
8.2.3 Installing/Removing the HDD Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
8.3 Replacing a Hot-pluggable CPU/System Fan . . . . . . . . . . 97
8.4 Hot-pluggable PCI boards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
8.4.1 Replacing hot-pluggable PCI Boards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
8.4.2 Remove the hot-pluggable PCI board from the removal tool . . 102
8.4.3 Place the hot-pluggable PCI board in the removal tool . . . . . 103
8.4.4 Installing an additional hot-pluggable PCI Board . . . . . . . . 104
8.4.4.1 Removing the PCI slot cover from the removal tool . . . . . . . 106
8.5 Opening/Closing the Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

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1Introduction
The PRIMERGY TX300 S3 server is an Intel-based server for mid-size and
large companies. The server is suitable for use as a file server and also as an
application, information or Internet server. It is available as a floorstand or rack
model. The floorstand model can be converted to a rack model using an optional
conversion kit.
Thanks to its highly developed hardware and software components, the
PRIMERGY TX300 S3 server offers a high level of data security and availability.
These components include hot-plug hard disk drive modules and power supply
units, redundant system fans and hot-plug PCI slots, the Server Management
ServerView Suite, Prefailure Detection and Analysing (PDA) and Automatic
Server Reconfiguration and Restart (ASR&R).
Security functions in the BIOS Setup and on the system board protect the data
on the server against manipulation. Additional security is provided by the
intrusion detection and the lockable drive cover on the floorstand model and the
lockable rack door on the rack model.
The rack model occupies 4 height units in the rack.
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 system.
The PDF files for the manuals can also be downloaded free of charge
from the Internet. The overview page showing the online documentation
available in the Internet can be found via the URL: http://manuals.fujitsu-
siemens.com (click industry standard servers).

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Documentation Overview Introduction
Concept and target group of this manual
This operating manual describes how to install, set up and operate your server.
This manual is intended for those responsible for installing the hardware and
ensuring that the system runs smoothly. The manual contains all the information
required to install and operate your PRIMERGY TX300 S3.
It is assumed that users have some knowledge of hardware and data trans-
mission, and a basic familiarity with the operating system that is being used. You
should also have a good working knowledge of the English language.
Additional server documentation
The PRIMERGY TX300 S3 documentation consists of the following additional
manuals:
Ê“Safety notes and other important information” manual (print version
delivered together with the system, PDF file available on the ServerBooks
DVD)
Ê“Warranty” manual (print version delivered together with the system, PDF file
available on the ServerBooks DVD)
ÊTechnical Manual for the D2129 system board (PDF file available on the
ServerBooks DVD)
Ê“BIOS Setup” (PDF file available on the ServerBooks DVD)
Ê“PRIMERGY TX300 S3 Options Guide” (PDF file available on the
ServerBooks DVD)
Ê“PRIMERGY ServerView Suite - ServerStart” (PDF file available on the
ServerBooks DVD)
Ê“Global Array Manager Client Software User’s Guide” (PDF file available on
the ServerBooks DVD)
Ê“Global Array Manager Server Software User’s Guide” (PDF file available on
the ServerBooks DVD)
Ê“Integrated Mirroring User’s Guide” (PDF file available on the supplied
ServerBooks DVD)
IIf you need a replacement copy of the ServerBooks DVD send the details
of your server to the following e-mail address:
[email protected]

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Introduction Features
Further sources of information:
– Technical manual for the corresponding rack
– Manual for the monitor
– Manual for ServerView server management
– Manual for the remote testing and diagnostic system RemoteView
– Documentation for the boards and drives
– Operating system documentation
– Information files in your operating system
(see also “Literature” on page 115).
1.2 Features
System board
The features of the system board (D2129) are described in the technical manual
for the system board in relation to the hardware and in the BIOS setup manual
for the firmware (see “Literature” on page 115).
Hot-plug PCI slots
In addition to standard PCI slots, the server also comprises two hot-plug PCI
slots that allow boards to be installed and removed online assuming the
operating system supports this functionality (for further details see section “Hot-
pluggable PCI boards” on page 100).
Hard disk drives
The server has a drive cage that can accommodate up to six SAS/SATA hard
disk drive modules. Each hard disk drive module (HDD module) can accom-
modate a SAS/SATA hard disk drive with a maximum height of 1 inch. The
module is connected to the SAS backplane without cables. This allows hard disk
drive modules to be simply plugged in or pulled out (for further details see
section “Hot-pluggable hard disk drives” on page 89).
The hard disk subsystem is designed for SAS/SATA, each with one channel for
each hard disk drive.
A hard disk drive extension box can be installed optionally (with a maximum of
three HDD modules). The hard disk drives in the extension box can likewise be
controlled by the onboard controller or by a RAID controller.

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If the server has a corresponding RAID configuration, defective HDD modules
can also be replaced during operation.
An external SCSI interface is also offered optionally to allow external storage
subsystems to be connected. You will find further information in the Options
Guide (see “Literature” on page 115).
Onboard SAS controller with IME functionality
The SAS controller is equipped with “Integrated Mirroring Enhanced” function-
ality for operating internal hard disks. IME also provides RAID functionality for
configuration of the internal hard drives (RAID level 1, 1E).
ITo configure “Integrated Mirroring Enhanced”, the controller has its own
RAIDSelect Utility. For further information, refer to the “Integrated
Mirroring User’s Guide” on the ServerBooks DVD (select “Controllers”
from the menu).
Onboard SAS controller with RAID functionality
The RAID functionality of the 8-channel SAS controller can optionally be
enabled by a corresponding upgrade kit (MegaRAID PCI Express). RAID levels
0, 1, 10, 5 and RAID 50 are supported. You will find further information in the
“PRIMERGY TX300 S3 Options Guide” (see “Literature” on page 115).
Accessible drives
A number of mounting locations are available:
– two 5.25 inch half-height (1.6 inch) locations for accessible drives (CD
burner or magnetic tape drive).
Alternatively, two of these locations can be used to install a 3.2 inch high
accessible drive (magnetic tape drive) or HDD extension box.
– one 5.25 inch half-height (1.6 inch) location with a 3.5 inch slimline floppy
disk drive (1.44 MB) and a slimline DVD ROM drive. A LocalView module
(optional) can also be installed. You will find further information in the
Options Guide (see “Literature” on page 115).
The accessible drives integrated in the traditional 5.25 inch mounting locations
cannot be replaced online.

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Introduction Features
Power supply
In its basic configuration, the server has a hot-pluggable wide-range power
supply unit that adjusts automatically to any power voltage in the range from
100 V to 240 V. An additional power supply unit can be installed optionally in
order to ensure redundancy of the power supply. If one power supply unit fails,
the second power supply unit in the redundant configuration ensures operation
can continue uninterrupted. The defective power supply unit can be replaced
during operation (for further details see section “Hot-plug power supply units” on
page 87).
Cooling
Each CPU has its own heat sink and a CPU fan.
The server is cooled by four system fans (redundant configuration).
If there are four system fans, each two form a redundant pair. If one fan in one
redundant pair fails, the other fan ensures operation can continue uninterrupted.
A defective system fan can be replaced during operation (for further details see
section “Replacing a Hot-pluggable CPU/System Fan” on page 97).
The power supply fans are fitted in the respective power supply unit.
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. The
patented memory scrubbing function regularly starts up the EDC mechanism
and thus ensures continuous data integrity.
The memory modules used support SDDC technology (Chipkill™), which also
increases the effectiveness of the monitoring and correction of memory errors.
Memory Mirroring is also supported (requires four or eight memory modules).
Memory Mirroring is roughly comparable to RAID level 1 for hard disk arrays.
Memory modules are protected against failure by mirroring. The basic configu-
ration requires four identical memory modules in two different banks.
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.

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Features Introduction
Optional RAID functionality of the onboard SAS controller supports RAID levels
0, 1, 10, 5 and 50 and increases the availability of the system.
The hot-plug HDD modules offer increased availability.
Server management
Server management is implemented using the ServerView software supplied
combined with PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analyzing) technology from
Fujitsu Siemens. 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. ServerView supports the following functions:
●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)
●Intrusion detection in the floorstand model
●Temperature monitoring of the CPU and the surrounding area
●Monitoring of the utilization of the PCI buses
●Detailed status and error reports for bus systems, processors and main
memory
●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 115).

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Introduction Features
ServerStart
The ServerStart software supplied allows you to configure your PRIMERGY
server quickly and purposefully. User-guided menus are available for installing
the server operating system (for further details see section “Configuring the
Server” on page 73).
Service and support
PRIMERGY servers are service-friendly and modular, enabling quick and easy
maintenance.
The handles and locks (touch point) of the different hot-plug 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.
PRIMERGY diagnostic LEDs fitted on the system board show which component
on the board (memory module, CPU, fan) is not functioning properly.
The Flash EPROM program supplied with the Fujitsu Siemens Computers
utilities supports a fast BIOS update. The optional RemoteView remote testing
and diagnostic system enables you to remotely maintain your PRIMERGY
TX300 S3 server. This enables remote diagnosis for system analysis, remote
configuration and remote restart should the operating system or hardware fail.

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Features Introduction
RemoteView
RemoteView is the remote management solution from Fujitsu Siemens
Computers for Intel-based PRIMERGY servers. RemoteView and the relevant
hardware components integrated on the system board allow remote monitoring
and maintenance as well as fast restoration of operability 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, voltages etc. via a Web interface (iRMC Web
interface). He can also start the text-based or graphical console bypass
(Advanced Video Redirection, AVR) and obtain information about remote
storage.
RemoteView helps
●switch on/off the system remotely
●monitor systems and analyze the cause of faults
●prepare error resolution or to have this process initiated independently if
possible
●identify potential sources of error
●configure the system
●adjust system settings and initiate system restarts from a remote location.

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Introduction Notational Conventions
1.3 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 activities that must be performed in the order
given.
VATTENTION! 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.

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Technical data Introduction
1.4 Technical data
Electrical data (hot-plug power supply unit)
Compliance with regulations and standards
Power supply unit Wide range
Rated voltage range 100 V - 240 V
Frequency 50 Hz - 60 Hz
Rated current with basic configuration 100 V - 240 V / 4.4 A - 1.5 A
Max. rated current 100 V - 240 V / 9.0 A - 3.5 A
Effective power 798 W
Apparent power 809 VA
Heat dissipation 2873 kJ/h (2723 btu/h)
Main power fuse 16 A
Protection class I
Product safety and
ergonomics
IEC 60950-1 / EN 60950-1, UL/CSA 60950-1,
EN 50371
Electromagnetic
Compatibility
FCC class A
CNS 13438 class A; VCCI class A
AS/NZS CISPR 22 class A
Interference emissions EN 55022 class A
Harmonic current EN 61000-3-2
Flicker EN 61000-3-3
Interference immunity EN 55024
CE marking to
EU directives
Low-voltage directive 73/23/EEC (Product Safety)
Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/EEC

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Introduction Technical data
Mechanical values
Weight
Approx. 25 - 40 kg (depending on configuration)
Ventilation clearance
At least 200 mm in front of and behind the system.
Maintenance area for the floorstand model
1.2 m on the left side. Emergency access must be assured.
Floorstand Model Rack Model
Width 286 mm (incl. feet) 483 mm
Total depth 775 mm 770 mm (with handles)
Installation depth ------- 735 mm
Height 473 mm (incl. feet) 177 mm or 4 HU

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Technical data Introduction
Environmental conditions
Condensation must be avoided during operation.
Noise level
Environment class 3K2
Environment class 2K2
EN 60721 / IEC 721 part 3-3
EN 60721 / IEC 721 part 3-2
Temperature:
– Operating
– Transport
10 °C .... 35 °C
-25 °C .... 60 °C
Humidity 10% .... 85%
Dust loading class 3S2 EN 60721
Sound power level LWAd (ISO 9296) ≤6.2 B (standby)
≤6.5 B (operating)
Sound pressure level at bystander position
LpAm (ISO 9296) ≤40 dB(A) (standby)
≤47 dB(A) (operating)

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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:
ÊAt first, please take notice of the safety instructions in chapter “Important
Information” on page 19 and following.
ÊUnpack the system, check the contents of the package for visible transport
damage and check whether the delivery agrees with the details in the
delivery note (see section “Unpacking the Server” on page 32).
ÊTransport the server to the place where you want to install it
ÊMake sure that all necessary manuals (see “Additional server documen-
tation” on page 6) are available; print out the PDF files if required.
ÊThere can be additional ordered bulk components delivered with the server.
For mounting refer to the original component documentation.
ÊSet up the floorstand model (see section “Setting up the floorstand model”
on page 32) or install the rack model in the rack (see section
“Installing/Removing the Rack Model” on page 35).
ÊWire the server. Please take note of the section “Connecting Devices to the
Server” on page 55 and the section “Instructions for Connecting/Discon-
necting Cables” on page 58.
ÊConnect the system to the line voltage (see section “Connecting the Server
to the Mains” on page 57).
ÊMake yourself familiar with the operating and indicator elements on the front
and on the rear side of the server (see section “Controls and Displays” on
page 61).

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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:
The ServerStart disc 1 supplied allows you to conveniently configure the
server and install the operating system.
Details on how to operate ServerStart, as well as some additional infor-
mation, can be found in the “PRIMERGY ServerView Suite - ServerStart”
manual.
You find additional information for configuration in section “Configuration
with ServerStart” on page 73.
– Local configuration and installation with and/or without ServerStart (see
section “Configuration with ServerStart” on page 73 and/or section
“Configuration without ServerStart” on page 74).
IYou will find more information on installing the server remotely or
locally in the ServerStart manual. This manual contains the installation
steps (“Quick Step Guide”). A corresponding file in PDF format is
included on the ServerBooks DVD.

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3 Important Information
In this chapter you will find essential information regarding safety when working
on your server.
3.1 Safety
IThe following safety information can also be found in the “Safety notes
and other important information” manual.
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 surroundings, contact your sales outlet or our customer service team.
VCAUTION!
The activities described in these instructions may only be performed by
specialist technical personnel. Repairs to the server may only be carried
out by authorized specialist personnel. Any unauthorized openings and
improper repairs could expose the user to risks (electric shock, energy
hazards, fire hazards) and could also damage the equipment. Please
note that any unauthorized opening of the server will void the warranty
and exempt the manufacturer from all liability.

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Safety Important Information
Before starting up
VCAUTION!
●During installation and before operating the device, observe the
instructions on environmental conditions for your device (see section
“Technical data” on page 14).
●If the server has been moved from a cold environment, condensation
may form both inside and on the outside of the machine.
Wait until the server has acclimatized to room temperature and is
absolutely dry before starting it up. Material damage may be caused
to the server if this requirement is not met.
●Only transport the server in the original packaging or in packaging
that protects it from impacts and jolts.
Installation and operation
VCAUTION!
●If the rack model is integrated into an installation that draws power
from an industrial power supply network with an IEC309 connector,
the power supply's fuse protection must comply with the requirements
for non-industrial power supply networks for the type A connector.
●The device automatically adjusts itself to a mains voltage between
100 V und 240 V. Ensure that the local mains voltage lies within these
limits.
●This device must only be connected to a properly grounded shock-
proof socket using tested and approved power cables.
●Ensure that the power sockets on the device and the grounded shock-
proof sockets are freely accessible.
●The On/Off button or the main power switch (if present) does not
isolate the device from the mains power supply. To disconnect it
completely from the mains power supply, unplug all network power
plugs from the grounded shockproof sockets.