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Be sure to read and understand all caution and danger statements in this document before you perform the procedures. Read and understand any additional safety information that comes with the server or optional device before you install, remove, or replace the device. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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The device also might have more than one connection to dc power. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all connections to dc power are disconnected at the dc power input terminals. viii ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Statement 20 CAUTION: The battery is a lithium ion battery. To avoid possible explosion, do not burn the battery. Exchange it only with the Lenovo-approved part. Recycle or discard the battery as instructed by local regulations. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• Optional-service CRUs: Although dealing with Optional-service CRUs requires some technical skills, Optional-service CRUs are safe for customers to replace. You may install an Optional-service CRU yourself or request Lenovo to install it, at no additional charge, under the type of warranty service that is designated for the server.
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DVD. Note: Lenovo maintains pages on the World Wide Web, where you can get the latest technical information and download documentation or device drivers and updates. Some information in the documents on the documentation DVD might change without notice after the first release of the DVD.
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This document provides diagnostic information, parts listing, and replacement procedures for all Field Replaceable Units (FRUs, parts replaced by trained service personnel) as well as all CRUs. This document is updated frequently, and the most up-to-date version is always available in English on the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkServerUserGuides...
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ISO 9296. 60 Hz Actual sound-pressure levels in a given location might exceed the average values stated because of room reflections and other nearby noise sources. The noise emission level stated is the declared (upper limit) ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
USB connectors. Software programs Lenovo provides software to help get your server up and running. EasyStartup The ThinkServer EasyStartup program simplifies the process of configuring RAID and installing supported Microsoft® Windows® and Linux operating systems and device drivers on your server. The EasyStartup program is provided with your server on the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD.
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• Standby voltage for system-management features and monitoring • System-error light-emitting diode (LED) on the front panel • Vital product data (VPD), including the serial number information and replacement part numbers, stored in the nonvolatile memory for easier remote maintenance ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
A hard disk drive was not Reseat all hard disk drives and cables; then, run the hard disk drive diagnostic detected while the operating tests again. system was being started. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• The mouse or pointing device is compatible with the server. Refer to the Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. • The mouse or pointing-device cable is securely connected to the server. • The mouse or pointing-device device drivers are installed correctly.
2. Replace the lowest-numbered DIMMs with identical known good DIMMs; then, restart the server. Repeat as necessary. If the failures continue after all identified pairs are replaced, go to step 4 on page 15. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. • See the parts listing in Chapter 7 “Parts listing, RD230 Types 1043, 1044, 4010, and 4011” on page 91 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRUs) and which components are field replaceable units (FRUs).
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(see Updating the firmware). 2. Reseat the monitor. 3. Replace the following components one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time: a. Monitor b. (Trained service technician only) System board ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• The device is designed for the server. For a list of the supported options for work. your server, go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. On the ThinkServer systems page, click Products ➙ Options. • You followed the installation instructions that came with the device and the device is installed correctly.
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2. If the problem remains or if you are using an ACPI-aware operating system, suspect the system board. The server unexpectedly shuts See “Solving undetermined problems” on page 21. down, and the LEDs on the operator information panel are not lit. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Serial port problems • Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. • See the parts listing in Chapter 7 “Parts listing, RD230 Types 1043, 1044, 4010, and 4011” on page 91 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRUs) and which components are field replaceable units (FRUs).
– The cable must be securely attached at all connections. If the cable is attached but the problem remains, try a different cable. – If the Ethernet controller is set to operate at 100 Mbps, you must use Category 5 cabling. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• Any external devices • Surge-suppressor device (on the server) • Modem, printer, mouse, and non-Lenovo devices • Each adapter • Hard disk drives • Memory modules: The minimum configuration requirement is 1 GB DIMM per microprocessor (2 GB in a two-microprocessor configuration).
Use IPMItool locally to view the system-event log. The server is hung. You can restart the server and press Del to start the Setup Utility program and view the system-event log. System event log The system-event log contains messages of three types: ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Information Information messages do not require action; they record significant system-level events, such as when the server is started. Warning Warning messages do not require immediate action; they indicate possible problems, such as when the recommended maximum ambient temperature is exceeded.
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System is identified. System is not identified. Each hard disk drive has two status LEDs on the front. The Green LED 1 (bottom) indicates activity and the Amber LED 2 (top) indicates the RAID status. Notes: ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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• If the onboard SATA and onboard SATA software RAID are configured, note the following: – The SGPIO connector of the 4–port SATA cable in the chassis should be connected to the J45 connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 29. –...
1000 Mb linked and active 100 Mb linked and active Green 10 Mb mode or no LAN connection. Locating server components Figure 4 “Server component locations” on page 29 shows the locations of the major components in your server. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Figure 4. Server component locations Left handle of the chassis Heat sink assembly and microprocessor(s) underneath Slim optical drive System fans PCI card Right handle of the chassis Memory modules Mounting points for the 3.5-inch hard disk drives Power supply assembly Locating parts on the system board This section illustrates the locating parts on the system board with an onboard SATA software RAID (on some models), and the system board with an onboard 1068E SAS RAID (on some models).
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Figure 6. Locating other connectors on the system board with an onboard SATA software RAID J47 (system fan 1 connector) J35 (for front control cable) J48 (system fan 2 connector) JP1 (Clear CMOS jumper) J50 (system fan 3 connector) USB 2 connector J56 (system fan 4 connector) J45 connector (for the SGPIO connector of the 4–port SATA cable) J49 (system fan 5 connector)
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PCI Express x8 slot Memory slot (CPU0 DIMM CHC0) PCI Express x8 slot SATA connector 0 PCI Express x16 slot (for the riser card) SATA connector 1 Microprocessor (CPU1) SATA connector 2 Power connector 3 (for CPU1) ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Figure 8. Locating other connectors on the system board with an onboard 1068E SAS RAID J47 (system fan 1 connector) J51 (for the SGPIO connector of the onboard 4–port mini-SAS cable) J48 (system fan 2 connector) JP1 (Clear CMOS jumper) J50 (system fan 3 connector) J35 (for front control cable) J56 (system fan 4 connector)
Locating connectors on the backplane Backplane connector locations shows the connector locations on the backplane. Figure 9. Backplane connector locations Power connector 2 Optical drive power connector Power connector 1 Mini SAS signal connector ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• Installing, removing, or replacing optional hardware devices • Installing, removing, or replacing hardware devices • Completing the parts replacement For a list of the ThinkServer options, go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. Click the Products tab and then click Options to view the supported server option information. Guidelines This section provides some guidelines that you should read and understand before using your server.
For proper cooling and airflow, install the server cover before you turn on the server. Operating the server for extended periods of time (more than 30 minutes) with the server cover removed might damage server components. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the server cover. Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, install the server cover before turning on the server. Operating the server for more than 30 minutes with the server cover removed might damage server components.
This section provides instructions on how to install or remove a memory module. For a list of the supported memory modules for your server, go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. On the ThinkServer systems page, click Products ➙ Options ➙ ThinkServer. Memory module installation rules Your server has eight memory slots for installing or replacing DDR3 SDRAM DIMMs that provide up to a maximum of 64 GB of system memory.
Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install a memory module. To install a memory module, do the following: 1.
Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove a memory module. To remove a memory module, do the following: ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
PCI card slot, or PCI Express card slot in the event that you later remove the device. • Go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver and click the Options tab for a list of supported options. Chapter 6 Installing, removing, or replacing hardware...
6. Disconnect the power cable and the signal cable from the rear of the removed optical drive. 7. Remove the optical drive retention tab by removing the two screws that secure the tab. Save the retention tab to use when you install a new optical drive. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install the optical drive. To install the optical drive, do the following: 1.
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4. Install the two screws to secure the retention tab to the rear of the new optical drive. Then, connect the signal cable and the power cable to the rear of the new optical drive. Figure 16. Installing the retention tab and connecting the cables ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove a hot-swap hard disk drive. This section applies only to server models that have hot-swap hard disk drives installed.
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Figure 19. Removing a 3.5-inch hard disk drive 3. If you are instructed to return the removed hard disk drive, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install a hot-swap hard disk drive. This section applies only to server models that support hot-swap hard disk drives.
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4. Make sure that the drive tray handle is in the open position. 5. Align the screw holes in both sides of the hard disk drive with the corresponding holes in the tray. Then, install the screws to secure the hard disk drive in the tray. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Figure 22. Installing a 3.5-inch hard disk drive 6. Keep the handle on the hard disk drive tray assembly fully open, slide the tray with the hard disk drive into the corresponding mounting point of the hot-swap hard disk drive bay ( ), and then slightly press the handle to lock the tray into place ( 7.
Then, close the retention tab to secure the PCI card (installed on the riser card) and then install the fastening screw to secure the riser card in place. Note: The riser card might have a PCI card already installed on it. Carefully fit the PCI card into the server. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the riser card with a PCI card installed.
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4. Open the retention tab that secures the PCI card, which is installed on the riser card. Figure 24. Opening the retention tab 5. Remove the fastening screw that secures the riser card ( ) and lift the riser card straight up by its edges to remove it ( ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install a PCI card. To install a PCI card, do the following: Note: Use any documentation that comes with the PCI card and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this section.
3. Disconnect any cables from the PCI card or any cables that impede access to the riser card. 4. Remove the riser card together with the installed PCI card. See “Removing the riser card” on page 51. 5. Remove the PCI card from the PCI card slot on the riser card. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the Ethernet card. The Ethernet card is installed on the riser card. To remove the Ethernet card, do the following: Note: Use any documentation that comes with the Ethernet card and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this section.
Removing or installing the system board battery This section provides instructions on how to remove or install the system board battery. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the system board battery. To remove the system board battery, do the following: 1.
The RAID controller is installed on the riser card. To remove the RAID controller, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install the ThinkServer 8708ELP SAS RAID Adapter (hereafter referred to as the RAID controller within this section).
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• The battery in the battery card assembly must recharge for at least six hours during fast charge under normal operating conditions. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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a. Note the top view and the bottom view of the battery card assembly. Then, insert the battery pack harness connector into the 5-pin J3 battery pack harness connector on the backside of the battery card assembly. Figure 30. Bottom view of the battery card assembly J3 battery pack harness connector J1 connector J2 board-to-board connector...
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See “Locating connectors on the backplane” on page 34. What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 87. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This topic provides instructions on how to install the ThinkServer 8708EM2 SAS RAID Adapter (hereafter referred to as the RAID controller within this topic) and the battery card assembly for this RAID controller.
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Figure 35. Installing the RAID controller into the PCI card slot on the riser card 8. Install the riser card with the installed RAID controller into an appropriate PCI card slot on the system board. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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9. Connect the other end of the 400 mm (15.75 inches) mini SAS signal cable to the mini SAS signal cable connector on the backplane of your server. Figure 36. Mini SAS signal cable connector on the backplane Installing the ThinkServer 8708EM2 RAID Battery This topic provides instructions on how to install the ThinkServer 8708EM2 RAID Battery (hereafter called the battery card assembly).
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(BIOS) code, utility programs, device drivers, and other software applications. Follow the instructions provided by your Service Provider to download and install updates. Online technical support is available through the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Attention: • Electrostatic discharge can damage the battery card assembly and the 8708EM2 SAS RAID adapter on which the battery card assembly is installed. Always ground yourself and use a ground strap before touching the battery card assembly or the 8708EM2 SAS RAID adapter. Perform the installation procedure at an ESD-safe workstation.
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Therefore, to complete a fast charge cycle, the ambient temperature should be lower than 45°C (113°F). If the ambient temperature exceeds 45°C (113°F), the fast charge cycle will terminate prematurely, thus preventing the battery card assembly from reaching a fully charged state. Attention: ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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• When attaching the battery card assembly to a PCI Express slot, center the Phillips-head screw driver to avoid damaging the screw head and do not over-tighten the screws as you might damage the battery card assembly. • The battery in the battery card assembly must recharge for at least six hours during fast charge under normal operating conditions.
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RAID controller in place. Figure 43. Installing the RAID controller into the PCI card slot on the riser card 8. Install the riser card with the RAID controller into an appropriate PCI card slot on the system board. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the heat sink assembly. CAUTION: The heat sink assembly might be very hot.
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This section provides instructions on how to install the heat sink assembly. CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the server and wait three to five minutes to let the server cool before removing the server cover. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
To install the heat sink assembly, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server. 2.
5. If you are instructed to return the microprocessor, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping. 6. To complete the removal procedure, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 87. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install the microprocessor. CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot.
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7. Remove the new microprocessor from the protective cover that protects the gold contacts on the bottom of the new microprocessor. 8. Hold the new microprocessor by the edges and align the notches on it with the tabs in the microprocessor socket. Then, install the microprocessor into the socket. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the system fans. To remove the system fans, do the following: 1.
Figure 52. The seven ports that secure the system fans 5. Connect the system fan cables to the corresponding connectors on the system board in the numerical order following the illustration below. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the power supply. When you remove a power supply, observe the following precautions.
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2. Remove the server cover. See Removing the server cover. 3. Remove the four screws ( ) that secure the power supply. Figure 54. Removing the screws that secure the power supply ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install the power supply. When you install a power supply, observe the following precautions.
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3. Carefully place the power supply into the server by aligning the screw holes in the power supply with the corresponding holes in the chassis. Then, install the four screws to secure the power supply in place. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Figure 56. Installing the screws to secure the power supply 4. Connect the power supply cables to the system board connectors , and , and to the backplane connectors Figure 57. Connecting the power supply cables Chapter 6 Installing, removing, or replacing hardware...
7. Note the location of all cable connections on the system board and disconnect all cables. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 29. 8. Remove the nine screws that secure the system board to the chassis. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Figure 58. Removing the nine screws that secure the system board 9. Carefully lift the system board out of the chassis. 10. Remove the microprocessor socket cover from the new system board. 11. Remove the microprocessor from the failing system board and install it on the new system board. 12.
Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install a new system board after a failing system board is removed. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the server and wait three to five minutes to let the server cool before removing the server cover. To install a new system board after a failing system board is removed, do the following: 1.
For more information, see Chapter 8 “Configuring the server” on page 109. Some optional devices have device drivers that you must install. For information about installing device drivers, see the documentation that comes with each device. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Note: If you are attaching an external device, see the documentation that comes with the device for information about cabling. 1. Read and understand the Safety Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Chapter 6 Installing, removing, or replacing hardware...
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2. Turn off the server and all attached devices. 3. Follow the instructions that come with the device to prepare it for installation and to connect it to the server. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
If Lenovo installs a self-service CRU at your request, you will be charged for the installation. • Optional-service customer replaceable unit: You may install an optional-service CRU yourself or request Lenovo to install it, at no additional charge, under the type of warranty service that is designated for your server.
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Table 14. Parts listing, Types 1043 (continued) CRU part CRU part number number (Tier FRU part Index Description (Tier 1) number Microprocessor, Intel Xeon X5672 - 4 Core 3.2 GHz - 6.4 QPI, 03X3651 12 MB cache, DDR3-1333, 95 W (models CTO) Power supply, 600 Watt power supply unit (PSU) (models 46U3454 CTO)
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Table 17. Parts listing, Types 4011 CRU part CRU part number number (Tier FRU part Index Description (Tier 1) number Optical drive, DVD Burner/CD-RW SATA - without software 46U3353 (DOS/Linux) (models CTO 12U 12G 13U 13G 14U 14G 15G 16U 16G 17U 17G 18U 18G 19U 19G 1BU 1BG 1CU 1CG 1DU 1DG) Riser card (models CTO all models) 46U3458...
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GT20 slim type ODD SATA cable (models CTO all models) GT20 SATA signal cable (models CTO all models) 46U3462 46U3467 Front LED / USB assembly (models CTO all models) Mounting ear kits (models CTO all models) 90Y1395 ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Intel PRO/1000PT dual ports Ethernet card (models CTO) Ship group Lenovo ship group for a specific country or region are usually available only in that country or region. Table 18. Ship group, Type 1043 Used in these countries and regions...
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Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008 Standard Edition (SP2) 64-bit German (models CTO) 90Y1178 Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008 Standard Edition (SP2) 64-bit Italian (models CTO) 90Y1180 Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008 Standard Edition (SP2) 64-bit Spanish (models CTO) ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Table 19. Shipgroup, Type 1044 (continued) 90Y1181 Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008 Standard Edition (SP2) 64-bit Turkish (models CTO) 90Y1182 Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Small Business Server SP2 PREM 64-bit United States (models CTO) 90Y1184 Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard 64-bit French (models CTO) 90Y1185 Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard 64-bit...
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Turkish (models CTO) 90Y1199 ROK Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Foundations 64-bit English/Japanese (models CTO) 90Y1200 ROK Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Foundations 64-bit English/French/German/Spanish/Italian (models CTO) 90Y1183 Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard 64-bit United States (models CTO) ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Table 21. Shipgroup, Type 4011 Used in these countries and regions Ship group part number Ship group part number Used in these countries and regions 03X3904 Document DVD (Multilingual) (models CTO) 03X3905 EasyStartup (Multilingual) (models CTO) 90Y1174 Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008 Standard Edition (SP2) 64-bit United States (models CTO) 90Y1175 Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008 Standard...
United States (models CTO) Power cords For your safety, Lenovo provides a power cord with a grounded attachment plug to use with this Lenovo product. To avoid electrical shock, always use the power cord and plug with a properly grounded outlet.
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Table 23. Power cords, Type 1044 Lenovo Power cord part number Used in these countries and regions 41R3184 US (models CTO) 41R3256 China (models CTO) 41R3270 Brazil (models CTO) 41R3176 LA High Volt (APU) (models CTO) 41R3260 Korea (models CTO)
Set the basic BIOS parameters. Advanced Set the advanced BIOS parameters. PCIPnP Set the PCI parameters. Boot Set the boot parameters. Security Set the security parameters. Chipset Set the chipset. Exit Exit the Setup Utility program. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Table 28. Items under the Main menu Item Option Description AMIBIOS View the BIOS version and creation date information. Processor View microprocessor information. View memory capacity information. System Memory System Time HH:MM:SS Set system time. System Date MM/DD/YYYY Set system date. Table 29.
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ACPI T State Disabled[Enabled] throttling in ACPI. Notes: 1. The settings in [ ] are the default settings in the Setup Utility program. 2. The above options might vary depending on the type of the installed microprocessor. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Table 31. Submenus under the Mass Storage Controller Configuration Item Option Description SATA Configuration Disabled[Enabled] Enable or disable the integrated SATA controller. Configure SATA as [IDE]RAID To select the hard disk drive mode. If this option is set to IDE, all the SATA connectors will be configured as stand-alone SATA connectors.
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BMC Alert LED and Beep [Off]On Turn on or turn off the BMC alert LED and beep. FW key [0000000] Note: The settings in [ ] are the default settings in the Setup Utility program. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Table 36. Submenu under the Intel VT-d Configuration Item Option Description Intel VT-d Disabled[Enabled] Enable or disable the virtualization technology for I/O devices. Note: The settings in [ ] are the default settings in the Setup Utility program. Table 37. Submenus under the Remote Access Configuration Item Option Description...
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Make sure that the mandatory memory frequency setting is less than the maximum frequency that the memory module can support. Memory Mode [Independent]Channel Set the memory channel MirroringLockstep mode to improve reliability or efficiency. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Table 41. Items under the Chipset menu (continued) Item Sub-item Option Description South Bridge Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss Power OffPower On[Last If the power is recovered State] after outage, the system will be at the state that you set under Restore on AC Power Loss.
The program works in conjunction with your Windows or Linux operating-system installation disc to automate the process of installing the operating systems and associated device drivers. If you did not receive an EasyStartup DVD with your server, you can download an image from the Lenovo Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support.
• Support for multiple operating systems • Installs the operating system and device drivers in an unattended mode to save time • Creates a reuseable response file that can be used with similarly configured Lenovo servers to make future installations even faster.
• Confirm settings: This task enables you to review all of the information you provided. • Save response file: This task gives you the option of saving the information on a diskette or USB device as a response file for future installations on similarly configured Lenovo servers. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• Start installation: This task starts the actual installation process. First, the disk is prepared using the disk and partition information you specified. Then you are prompted to insert the operating system disk, and the operating system is installed using the information that you specified. Configuring the onboard SATA software RAID This chapter provides instructions on how to configure the onboard SATA software RAID by using the INTEL iMST Configuration Utility program.
Your server comes with a 200 mm (7.87 inches) mini SAS cable with four SAS connectors and one SGPIO connector. The SGPIO connector of the cable connects to the J51 connector on the system board; the four SAS connectors of the cable connect to the four SAS connectors on the system board. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Figure 60. SAS connectors and J51 connector on the system board J51 (for connecting the SGPIO connector of the mini SAS connectors (top: SAS 3; bottom: SAS 2) SAS cable) SAS connectors (top: SAS 1; bottom: SAS 0) When connecting hard disk drives to the system board using the mini SAS cable, connect the mini SAS connector to the mini SAS connector on the backplane.
The current property can be changed by pressing + or -. Support Interrupt Indicating the supported interrupt mode. Hook interrupt, the Default is the default value, which supports booting from CD-ROM in floppy emulation mode. Restore Defaults Restoring default settings ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Accessing the Adapter Properties window In the Adapter List window, select C1068E and press Enter. The Adapter Properties window for SAS1068E opens. Table 45. Items in the Adapter Properties window for SAS1068E Item Description Adapter The SAS adapter(s) detected PCI Slot The PCI slot number assigned to the adapter PCI Address (Bus/Dev) The PCI device or function assigned to the adapter...
2. Select Direct Attached Devices in the SAS Topology window and press Enter to view the information. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to perform other tasks. The keys used to perform various tasks are displayed at the bottom of each screen. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Updating the firmware The firmware in the server is periodically updated and is available for download on the Lenovo Support Web site. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support to check for the latest level of firmware, such as the BIOS ROM file, BMC FW and RAID FW files.
ThinkServer EasyManage Agent to your new server. Also, the ThinkServer EasyStartup program provides an option to install the ThinkServer EasyManage Agent as part of the operating system installation process. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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• Capacity of the battery pack and the battery load • Ambient temperature • Age of the battery • Numbers of discharge cycles the battery has been through • DRAM (dynamic random access memory) size ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Using the documentation Information about your Lenovo system and installed software, if any, or optional devices is available in the documentation that comes with the product. The documentation can include printed documents, online documents, readme files, and help files. Most of the documentation for your server is on the documentation DVD provided with your server.
• Check the power switches to ensure that the system and optional devices are turned on. • Use the troubleshooting information in your system documentation on the documentation DVD that comes with your product. • Check for the updated information, new device drivers, and hints and tips on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support If possible, be at your product when you call.
Service availability and service name might vary by country or region. For more information about these services, go to the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/.
Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.
Wash hands after handling. Recycling information Lenovo encourages owners of information technology (IT) equipment to responsibly recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed. Lenovo offers a variety of programs and services to assist equipment owners in ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
If you want to replace it with a new one, contact your place of purchase or ask for a repair service provided by Lenovo. If you have replaced it by yourself and want to dispose of the disused lithium battery, insulate it with vinyl tape, contact your place of purchase, and follow their instructions.
The foregoing notice is provided in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22, Division 4.5 Chapter 33. Best Management Practices for Perchlorate Materials. This product/part may include a lithium manganese dioxide battery which contains a perchlorate substance. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
If Lenovo determines that the levels of particulates or gases in your environment have caused damage to the server, Lenovo may condition provision of repair or replacement of servers or parts on implementation of appropriate remedial measures to mitigate such environmental contamination.
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Auswirkungen der Geräte auf die Umwelt und den menschlichen Organismus aufgrund gefährlicher Substanzen minimiert werden. Weitere Informationen zur Entsorgung von Elektro- und Elektronikaltgeräten finden Sie unter der Adresse: http://www.lenovo.com/recycling. La marca de Residuos de equipos eléctricos y electrónicos (WEEE) se aplica sólo a los países pertenecientes a la Unión Europea (UE) y a Noruega.
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REEE, por forma a minimizar potenciais efeitos dos EEE sobre o ambiente e saúde pública resultantes da presença de substâncias perigosas. Para obter informações adicionais acerca da REEE consulte o sítio da web: http://www.lenovo.com/recycling. Het WEEE-merkteken (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) geldt alleen voor landen binnen de Europese Unie (EU) en Noorwegen.
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å redusere en eventuell skadelig virkning av elektrisk og elektronisk utstyr på miljø og helse, som skyldes skadelige stoffer. Du finner mer informasjon om WEEE på denne adressen: http://www.lenovo.com/recycling. ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) This topic provides statements about the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS). China RoHS Appendix C. Notices...
Turkish statement of compliance The Lenovo product meets the requirements of the Republic of Turkey Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE). German Ordinance for Work gloss statement The product is not suitable for use with visual display work place devices according to clause 2 of the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display Units.
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Geräte der Klasse A. Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt, in Übereinstimmung mit dem Deutschen EMVG das EG-Konformitätszeichen - CE - zu führen. Verantwortlich für die Konformitätserklärung nach Paragraf 5 des EMVG ist die Lenovo (Deutschland) GmbH, Gropiusplatz 10, D-70563 Stuttgart. Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. (1) 4: Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 Klasse A.
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Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase China Class A compliance statement Taiwan Class A compliance statement Lenovo product service information for Taiwan ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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1068E SAS RAID controller Configuration Utility program passwords Setup Utility program video problems video controller, integrated specifications viewing event logs Web site compatible options Lenovo support publication ordering working inside the server with the power on ThinkServer RD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual...