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NEC Express Server
Express5800 Series
Express5800/T110f-S
EXP285A
User's Guide
Model Number: N8100-1983F/1984F
Chapter 1 General Description
Chapter 2 Preparations
Chapter 3 Setup
Chapter 4 Appendix
© NEC Corporation 2018
10.101.01-101.02
August 2018

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  • Page 1 NEC Express Server Express5800 Series Express5800/T110f-S EXP285A User’s Guide Model Number: N8100-1983F/1984F Chapter 1 General Description Chapter 2 Preparations Chapter 3 Setup Chapter 4 Appendix 10.101.01-101.02 August 2018 © NEC Corporation 2018...
  • Page 2: Documents For This Product

    Chapter 2: Useful Features The details of system BIOS settings, RAID Configuration Utility, and EXPRESSBUILDER Chapter 3: Appendix Error messages and Windows Event Logs Other documents Provides the details of NEC ESMPRO, Universal RAID Utility, and the other features. Express5800/T110f-S User’s Guide...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Documents for This Product ..........................2 Contents ................................3 Notations Used in This Document ......................... 7 Notations used in the text..........................7 Optical disk drive............................7 Hard disk drive .............................. 7 Removable media ............................7 Abbreviations of Operating Systems ......................8 Trademarks ................................
  • Page 4 Contents Rear View ............................35 Internal View ............................ 36 Motherboard ............................ 38 Status Indicators ..........................39 4.5.1 POWER LED ( ) ......................39 4.5.2 STATUS LED ( )......................40 4.5.3 Disk Access LED ( ) ..................... 41 4.5.4 Optical Disk Access LED ....................41 4.5.5 Disk LED..........................
  • Page 5 Contents 1.11.3 Installation.......................... 72 1.11.4 Configuration after installing ....................74 1.11.5 Removal ..........................74 1.11.6 Installing the N8117-01A extra RS-232C connector kit ............75 1.12 HDD Cages............................77 1.12.1 Installing a 3.5-inch HDD cage and hard disk drives ............78 1.12.2 Removing hard disk drives ....................
  • Page 6 Contents EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 ........................117 Overview............................117 EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 Network Configuration ..............118 EXPRESSBUILDER..........................120 Features of EXPRESSBUILDER ....................120 Usage of EXPRESSBUILDER ....................... 120 Installing Software Components........................ 121 Turning off the Server..........................122 Chapter 4 Appendix ............................123 Specifications ............................
  • Page 7: Notations Used In This Document

    Notations Used in This Document 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.
  • Page 8: Abbreviations Of Operating Systems

    Notations Used in This Document Abbreviations of Operating Systems Windows Operating Systems are referred to as follows. See Chapter 1 (1.2 Supported Windows OS) in Installation Guide (Windows) for detailed information. Notations in this document Official names of Windows Widnows Server 2012 Standard Windows Server 2012 Widnows Server 2012 Datacenter Windows Server 2012 Foundation...
  • Page 9: Trademarks

    Trademarks 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.
  • Page 10: Regulatory Notices

    Regulatory Notices Regulatory Notices FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital 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.
  • Page 11 Regulatory Notices Turkish RoHS information relevant for Turkish market EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur CCC声明 有毒有害物质或元素 部件名称 铅 汞 镉 六价铬 多溴联苯 多溴二苯醚 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (Cr(Ⅵ)) (PBB) (PBDE) 印刷线路板 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ HDD、DVD等 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...
  • Page 12 Regulatory Notices Декларація про Відповідність Вимогам Технічного Регламенту Обмеження Використання деяких Небезпечних Речовин в електричному 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...
  • Page 13: Warnings And Additions To This Document

    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.
  • Page 14: Precautions For Use (Be Sure To Read)

    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 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.
  • Page 15: Symbols Used In This Document And On Warning Labels

    Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) (A label example used in this guide) Symbol to draw Description of a warning Term indicating a degree of danger attention 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.
  • Page 16: Safety Notes

    Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) 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, see Safety precautions. 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.
  • Page 17: Power Supply And Power Cord Use

    Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) 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.
  • Page 18 Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) CAUTION 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.
  • Page 19: Installation, Relocation, Storage, And Connection

    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.
  • Page 20: Cleaning And Working With Internal Devices

    Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) 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.
  • Page 21: During Operation

    Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) During operation CAUTION Avoid contact with the server during thunderstorms. Do not touch any part of the server including the cables when a thunderstorm is approaching. Also, do not connect or disconnect any devices. There may be a risk of electric shock from lightning strike. Keep animals away from the server.
  • Page 22: Warning Labels

    Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Warning labels Warning labels are attached on or near the components with potential hazards to draw attention from users to potential hazards involved in handling the server. This label is either attached or printed on the component. Do not remove or black out this label and keep it clean.
  • Page 23: Handling Precautions

    Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Handling precautions Confirm the following precautions. • Do not use any cell phone or PHS and switch off them near the server. Electric waves from such devices can cause server to malfunction. • Install the server in an appropriate place.
  • Page 24: Anti-Static Measures

    Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Anti-static measures This product contains static-sensitive electronic components. Follow the measures below to avoid a failure caused by static electricity when installing or uninstalling any optional device. • Wearing Anti-static Wrist Strap or Anti-static Gloves Wear a wrist strap on your wrist and connect the wire to the chassis.
  • Page 25 Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Tips for your health and safety Using a computer extensively may affect different parts of your body. Here are tips you should follow while working on a computer to minimize strain on your body. Keep proper posture The basic body position for using a computer is sitting straight with your hands on the keyboard parallel with the floor, and your eyes...
  • Page 26: Chapter 1 General Description

    NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/T110f-S General Description This chapter introduces the features of this server and explains the name of each part. 1. Introduction 2. Accessories Explains the server's accessories. 3. Standard Features Explains the server's feature. 4. Names and Functions of Parts Explains the name of each part contained in the server.
  • Page 27: Introduction

    "Intel Xeon processor". NEC’s latest technology and architectures realize high-power and high-speed operation that cannot be matched by existing servers. The server is designed with consideration of not only reliability but also expandability, which enables you to use it as a network server.
  • Page 28: Accessories

    Chapter 1 General Description 2. Accessories Accessories The carton box contains various accessories which are required for setup or maintenance. Make sure you have them all for future use. • Keyboard × 1 • Mouse × 1 • Rubber Foot × 4 •...
  • Page 29: Standard Features

    • Internal voltage monitoring feature • RAID system (disk array) • BIOS password feature Management utilities • NEC ESMPRO • ExpressUpdate • Remote controlling feature (EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3) • RAID system management utility (Universal RAID Utility) • Hard disk drive monitoring Power saving and noiseless design •...
  • Page 30 Chapter 1 General Description 3. Standard Features Various built-in features • El Torito Bootable CD-ROM (no emulation mode) format supported • Software power-off • Remote power-on feature • AC-Link feature • Remote console feature • Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) conforming to IPMI v2.0 Self-diagnosis •...
  • Page 31: Management Features

    The hardware components of the server provide operation control/reliability features as shown below. Additionally, NEC ESMPRO Agent, which is provided in EXPRESSBUILDER, enables you to collectively manage the state of your systems. You can also monitor the status of the server from a PC to manage the network where NEC ESMPRO Manager provided in EXPRESSBUILDER is installed.
  • Page 32: Firmware And Software Version Management

    You can manage the version of firmware or software on the server and update them with an update package by using NEC ESMPRO Manager and ExpressUpdate Agent. This feature automatically updates multiple packages without stopping the system by using NEC ESMPRO Manager.
  • Page 33: Names And Functions Of Parts

    Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Names and Functions of Parts The names and the functions of the server's parts are as follows. Front of the Server Air cooling model (10) (11) (12) (1) POWER Switch (6) Front Bezel The switch to turn the server on and off.
  • Page 34 Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Liquid cooling model (10) (11) (1) POWER Switch (6) Front Bezel The switch to turn the server on and off. Press once to turn This cover protects the front part of the server. on the server.
  • Page 35: Rear View

    Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Rear View Air cooling model, liquid cooling model (5) (4) (11) (12) (10) (13) (11) AC Inlet USB Connectors This socket is used to connect the power cord. These connectors are used to connect devices that PCI Slots support the USB interface.
  • Page 36: Internal View

    Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Internal View <Air cooling model> (10) Power Supply Unit 3.5-inch Expansion Bay 1 Cooling Fan (CPU) A bay that can accommodate an extra 2.5-inch HDD cage DIMM Slots (N8154-56F) Hard Disk Drive Bay 3.5-inch Expansion Bay 2 Can be equipped with 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch hard disk drives.
  • Page 37 Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts <Liquid cooling model> (2) (3) (11) (10) Power Supply Unit Motherboard Liquid Cooling Unit Cooling Fan (radiator) DIMM Slots Radiator Hard Disk Drive Bay (10) PCI Slots Can be equipped with 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch hard disk drives. (11) Cooling Fan (rear) The figure shows the view when 2.5-inch hard disk drives are installed.
  • Page 38: Motherboard

    Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Motherboard (12) (22) (21) (1)-2 (1)-4 (1)-1 (19) (1)-3 (20) (25) (23) (18)-1 (6)-4 (18)-2 (6)-5 (18)-3 (18)-4 (17) (16) (13)(15) (26) (9) (11) (10) (24) (14) DIMM Slots (the number after hyphen indicates DIMM (16) Serial Port (COM B) Connector (for N8117-01A) number) (17) SPI Flash Mezzanine Connector...
  • Page 39: Status Indicators

    Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Status Indicators This section explains the indication and meanings of the server LEDs. LINK/ACT POWER LED DISK Access LED STATUS LED Optical disk access LED SPEED LED Rear view Front view 4.5.1 POWER LED ( POWER LED indicates the power ON/OFF status of the server.
  • Page 40: Status Led ( )

    The following table lists STATUS LED patterns, their description and solution. Tips Refer to the system event log (SEL) by using NEC ESMPRO or the offline maintenance utility to view the cause of failure. STATUS LED pattern...
  • Page 41: Disk Access Led

    Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts 4.5.3 Disk Access LED ( DISK Access LED indicates the status of HDDs. The following table lists DISK Access LED patterns. DISK Access LED pattern Hardware configuration Description On (green)/Flashing green Hard disk drive or optical disk drive is being accessed.
  • Page 42: Link/Act Led ( 1, 2, M)

    Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts 4.5.6 LINK/ACT LED ( 1, This LED indicates the status of the LAN port. The following table lists LINK/ACT LED patterns. LINK/ACT LED pattern Description On (green) The server is connected with network correctly. Flashing (green) The server is accessing network.
  • Page 43: Chapter 2 Preparations

    NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/T110f-S Preparations This chapter describes preparations for using this server. 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices You can skip this section if you did not purchase any optional devices. 2. Installation and Connection Place the server in a proper location and connect some cables following this section.
  • Page 44: Installing Internal Optional Devices

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Installing Internal Optional Devices This chapter describes the instructions for installing supported optional devices and precautions. If you did not purchase any optional device requiring installation, you can skip this section. Important If you use the third party optional device to the server, and it causes failure, a charge for repairing must be paid even within the warranty period.
  • Page 45: Anti-Static Measures

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Anti-static Measures This product contains static-sensitive electronic components. Follow the measures below to avoid a failure caused by static electricity when installing or uninstalling any optional device. • Wearing Anti-static Wrist Strap or Anti-static Gloves Wear a wrist strap on your wrist and connect the wire to the chassis.
  • Page 46: Overview Of Installation And Removal

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Overview of Installation and Removal Install/remove components by using the following procedure. Turn the server off. See Chapter 3 (6. Turning off the Server). Disconnect the power cord from the outlet and the server. Disconnect all cables connected to the connector at the rear.
  • Page 47: Removing The Side Cover

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Removing the Side Cover Remove the side cover by using the following procedure. See the steps 1 to 3 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Unlock the chassis, if necessary. Lay the server slowly and gently so that the side cover faces upward.
  • Page 48: Removing The Front Bezel

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Removing the Front Bezel Remove the front bezel by using the following procedure. See the steps 1 to 3 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Remove the screw. Place the server in the direction shown in the figure, and then pull the front bezel slightly toward the front until the tab can be released from the frame.
  • Page 49: Internal Flash Memory

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Internal Flash Memory This section describes the procedure for installing the Internal Flash Memory. Internal Flash Memory connector 1.6.1 Installation Install the Internal Flash Memory in the following procedure. See the steps 1 to 5 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Attach the Internal Flash Memory and fix it with the screw that comes with the Internal Flash Memory Kit.
  • Page 50: Tpm Kit

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices TPM Kit This section describes the procedure for installing optional TPM Kit. TPM kit connector 1.7.1 Installation Install the TPM Kit in accordance with the following procedure. Note The TPM kit once installed cannot be removed. See the steps 1 to 5 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations.
  • Page 51: Dimm

    DIMMs. Up to 32 GB (8 GB × 4) of memory can be installed. • Use only the DIMMs specified by NEC. Installing a DIMM from a third party Important may cause the server to fail. You will be charged to repair failures or damages caused by the use of such products even within the warranty period.
  • Page 52: Maximum Supported Memory Size

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.8.1 Maximum supported memory size The maximum available memory size on the server depends on the architecture (x86 architecture) and OS specs. A list of maximum memory sizes The maximum memory size The maximum memory size supported on each OS supported on the server...
  • Page 53: Installation

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.8.3 Installation Install a DIMM by using the following procedure. See the steps 1 to 5 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Hold the server with both hands and slowly and gently lay it so that the left side faces upward Open both levers of the target DIMM slot outward.
  • Page 54: Removal

    • When removing a defective DIMM, check error messages displayed at POST or Note NEC ESMPRO and check the DIMM slot where the defective DIMM is installed. • At least one DIMM needs to be installed for the server to operate.
  • Page 55: Use Of Internal Hard Disk Drives In The Raid System

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Use of Internal Hard Disk Drives in the RAID System This section describes how to use the hard disk drives installed in the HDD cage at the front of the server in the RAID system.
  • Page 56 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices J7 jumper On-board SATA Optional RAID Controller Controller 3 2 1 3 2 1 Backplane for 2.5-inch hard disk drives when a 2.5-inch HDD cage is installed Using the on-board RAID controller (LSI Embedded MegaRAID Jumper on motherboard (SWRAID) Change jumper setting to 2-3 (Enabled).
  • Page 57 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Using an optional RAID controller Jumper on motherboard (SWRAID) Change jumper setting to 1-2 (Disabled). Backplane for 2.5-inch hard disk drive provided with 2.5-inch HDD cage (J7) Change jumper setting to 2-3 (Optional RAID Controller) Note When installing an optional RAID Controller, start the BIOS Setup utility, select PCI Configuration from the Advanced menu, and then make sure that the...
  • Page 58: Notes On Setting Up A Raid System

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.9.1 Notes on setting up a RAID System Note the following points when setting up a RAID system. • The number of hard disk drives required varies in each RAID level. • If an on-board RAID controller or optional RAID controller (N8103-128/149) is used, the RAID system cannot be built in RAID5/RAID6.
  • Page 59 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices HDD slot numbering <3.5-inch HDD cage> <2.5-inch HDD cage> N8154-65F 3.5-inch non-Hot Plug Drive Cage Kit N8154-59F 2.5-inch Hot Plug Drive Cage Kit <3.5-inch HDD cage and extra 2.5-inch HDD cage> <2.5-inch HDD cage and extra 2.5-inch HDD cage> N8154-56F 2.5-inch Hot Plug Drive Cage Kit...
  • Page 60: Extra Battery For Raid Controller

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.10 Extra Battery for RAID Controller The optional extra battery is used in order to avoid data loss caused by accidents during a write-back operation. The model of the extra battery to be used depends on a RAID controller. •...
  • Page 61 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Filling out the date on the Set up date label Write down the installation date (year and month) on the Set up date label supplied with the extra battery. Attach the label on the battery cover or somewhere easy to find on the server. Fill out the Set up date label supplied with the battery Write the date.(The last two digits) Example:...
  • Page 62 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Installing the battery pack Remove one screw from the front panel bracket. Slide the front panel bracket slightly toward the right, and then pull the bracket toward the front to remove it. Important Be careful that the cable does not come out from the connector when pulling the front panel bracket.
  • Page 63 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Draw the cable into the chassis and mount the front panel bracket on the server chassis in the reverse order of the removal procedure. Connecting to a RAID Controller Connect another connector of the flash backup unit control cable to the connector on the RAID controller.
  • Page 64: Removal

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Install the RAID controller into the PCI slot #4 and fix it in place. Be careful not to disconnect the battery control cable. RAID Controller Connect the cables and components that you removed. 1.10.3 Removal To remove the extra battery for the RAID controller, reverse the installation procedure.
  • Page 65 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Connecting the flash backup unit control cable To connect the flash backup unit control cable into the flash backup unit, see the following figure. Check the form of the connector and connect the cable straight into the connector. Getting ready to install the flash backup unit See Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations.
  • Page 66 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Important Be careful that the cable does not come out from the connector when pulling the front panel bracket. Mount the flash backup unit on the RAID controller by using the anchoring bracket that comes with the RAID controller and secure it by using one screw.
  • Page 67: Removal

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Connecting to a RAID Controller Connect another connector of the flash backup unit control cable to the connector on the RAID controller. Check the marker of the connector and connect the cable straight into the connector. Be careful not to press it in at an angle when connecting.
  • Page 68: Pci Card

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.11 PCI Card This server provides four slots where PCI cards can be installed. • Avoid static electricity to work with the procedure below. For details, see Important Chapter 2 (1.2 Anti-static Measures). •...
  • Page 69: Notes

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.11.1 Notes Read the following notes when installing or removing a PCI card. • Do not touch the terminals of cards and the leads of electronic components with your bare hand. Fingerprints and dust left on them cause the server to malfunction due to a connection failure or damage to the leads.
  • Page 70: List Of Optional Devices And Installation Slots

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.11.2 List of optional devices and installation slots PCI Express PCI#1 PCI#2 PCI#3 PCI#4 Product Model name Remark PCI slot performance name lane lane lane lane PCI slot size Low Profile PCI board socket type Size of mountable board 168 mm or less −...
  • Page 71 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices About the standard network You can use functional equivalents of AFT/SFT/ALB teaming and bonding with the standard network and the following LAN cards: N8104-132, N8104-133 and N8104-138 Express5800/T110f-S User’s Guide...
  • Page 72: Installation

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.11.3 Installation Install a PCI card to connect to a PCI slot by using the following procedure. Before installation, make sure the switch or jumper settings on the PCI card are proper according to the instruction manual supplied with the card if necessary.
  • Page 73 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Face the component side of the card toward the bottom of the server. When the rear panel of the card is firmly engaged with the spring, firmly press the card into the slot so that the component parts of the card securely connect to the slot.
  • Page 74: Configuration After Installing

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.11.4 Configuration after installing Depending on the type of card installed, you need to use a utility, such as the BIOS setup utility, a setup utility provided with the card, following installation to modify server settings. Follow the instructions in the manual provided with the card to specify the correct settings.
  • Page 75: Installing The N8117-01A Extra Rs-232C Connector Kit

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.11.6 Installing the N8117-01A extra RS-232C connector kit Install a PCI card to connect to the PCI slot by using the following procedure. For details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the connector kit. The component parts for N8117-01A are as follows: Item no.
  • Page 76 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Make sure that you are properly inserting the bracket edge into the frame guide, and attach it securely. Arrange the cable so as not to buffer other PCI cards, and connect to the COM connector used for internal connections in the motherboard.
  • Page 77: Hdd Cages

    Drive Cage Kit (2.5-inch HDD cage) can be installed in the HDD bay in this server. The N8154-56F 2.5-inch Hot Plug Drive Cage Kit (extra 2.5-inch HDD cage) can be installed in 3.5-inch expansion bay 1. Important Use hard disk drives provided by NEC. N8154-65F HDD bay 3.5-inch non-Hot Plug...
  • Page 78: Installing A 3.5-Inch Hdd Cage And Hard Disk Drives

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.12.1 Installing a 3.5-inch HDD cage and hard disk drives Install a 3.5-inch HDD cage in the server by using the following procedure. See Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. To remove the side cover and the front bezel, see Chapter 2 (1.4 Removing the Side Cover and 1.5 Removing the Front Bezel).
  • Page 79: Removing Hard Disk Drives

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Mount the HDD trays that come with the HDD cage from both sides of the 3.5-inch hard disk drive. Mount the tray marked "A" on the left side, and the tray marked "B" on the right side. Mount the hard disk drive so that the flat face of the hard disk drive faces downward.
  • Page 80: Installing A 2.5-Inch Hdd Cage And Hard Disk Drives

    The N8154-59F 2.5-inch HDD cage, which is a required BTO option, can mount a SAS HDD, and the N8154-56F 2.5-inch extra HDD cage can mount a SATA HDD, and vice versa. Important Use hard disk drives provided by NEC. N8154-56F 2.5-inch Hot Plug...
  • Page 81 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Install a 2.5-inch HDD cage in the server by using the following procedure. See Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. To remove the side cover and the front bezel, see Chapter 2 (1.4 Removing the Side Cover and 1.5 Removing the Front Bezel).
  • Page 82 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Connect the interface cable and power cable to the HDD cage. Use the interface cable that comes with the HDD cage. Use the power cable connected to the motherboard in advance. For details of cable connection, see Chapter 2 (2.2.1 Interface cables) described later.
  • Page 83: Installing An Extra 2.5-Inch Hdd Cage

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.12.4 Installing an extra 2.5-inch HDD cage Two hard disks can be added by using an extra 2.5-inch HDD cage. Tips With a liquid-cooled server, an extra 2.5-inch HDD cage cannot be used at the same time as a backup device.
  • Page 84: How To Open The Extra 2.5-Inch Hdd Cage Door

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Open the front door of the standard 2.5-inch HDD cage. Slide the tab on the bezel of the extra 2.5-inch HDD cage in the direction shown by the arrow, and then remove it from the bezel. Sliding this tab toward the outside of the bezel enables you to lock the bezel of the extra 2.5-inch HDD cage when the front door of the standard 2.5-inch...
  • Page 85: Installing The Hard Disk Drive

    (1). When finished, close the lever to lock the hard disk drive (2). • Use only the hard disk drives provided by NEC. Important • If you remove two or more hard disk drives while the server is on, the logical drive will be damaged.
  • Page 86: Optical Disk Drive

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.13 Optical Disk Drive Procedures for replacing the standard optical disk drive with the optional internal DVD SuperMULTI drive are described below. Important Do not install a third party's drive. 1.13.1 Replacing drives Follow the procedure below to replace your drive with the optional internal DVD SuperMULTI drive.
  • Page 87: Removal

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Mount the bracket for the optical disk drive on the DVD SuperMULTI drive. Install the bracket with DVD SuperMULTI drive installed to the server. Connect the SATA cable and DC power cable you disconnected in step 3 to the server. This completes the installation procedures.
  • Page 88: Backup Devices

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.14 Backup Devices The 3.5-inch expansion bay of the server can contain a backup device such as a magnetic tape drive. In an air cooled server, install the backup device in 3.5-inch expansion bay 2. In a liquid-cooled server, install the backup device in 3.5-inch expansion bay 1.
  • Page 89: Installation

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.14.1 Installation Install a backup device by using the following procedure. See Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. To remove the side cover and the front bezel, see Chapter 2 (1.4 Removing the Side Cover and 1.5 Removing the Front Bezel).
  • Page 90: Connecting Cables

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.15 Connecting Cables This section shows an example of internal device cable connection. 1.15.1 Internal interface cables This section describes the connection of internal interface cables. Tips The figure shown here primarily describes connections. For more information about the connectors on the motherboard, see Chapter 1 (4.4 Motherboard).
  • Page 91 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices • Adding a RAID controller (N8103-171/149) Connecting to a RAID controller (N8103-171/149) requires a dedicated cable (K410-277(00)) for use with RAID controllers. Install the hard disk drives in order from the left side. Power supply unit Optical disk drive...
  • Page 92 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices • Connecting a RAID controller (N8103-149) and an extra 2.5-inch HDD cage (N8154-56F) When a RAID controller (N8103-149) is installed and an extra 2.5-inch HDD cage (N8154-56F) is connected, dedicated cables (K410-277(00) and K410-287(00)) are required. Do not use the cable that comes with the extra 2.5-inch HDD cage (N8154-56F).
  • Page 93 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices In case of 2.5-inch hard disk drive installed Connect the cables as in the following figure when adding 2.5-inch hard disk drives. Install the hard disk drives in order from slot 0. RAID Controller N8103-149 RAID Controller N8103-171 Connect to cable...
  • Page 94 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices • Adding a RAID controller (N8103-171/149/150/151/167) When SAS or SATA hard disk drives are installed and used in a RAID system with a RAID controller (N8103-128/149/150/151), the dedicated cable K410-180(00) is required. Install hard disk drives from Slot 0 in ascending order.
  • Page 95 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices (2) Connecting backup devices The 3.5-inch expansion bay of the server can mount USB devices for internal connection. Mounting an internal USB device on Air Cooling model Use the dedicated internal USB cable (for USB 3.0: K410-276(00), for USB 2.0: K410-286(00). Power supply unit Backup device 2...
  • Page 96: Power Cables

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.15.2 Power cables The figure below shows an example of connecting the power cables. Power cables other than those shown here are not used by the devices. (1) Using 3.5-inch hard disk drives in air cooling model, an extra 2.5-inch HDD cage and a backup device Power supply unit...
  • Page 97 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices (3) Using 3.5-inch hard disk drives in liquid cooling model and a backup device Power supply unit 3.5-inch backup device 2.5 x 2HDD PWR DET 1 3.5 Dev. Optical disk drive Motherboard 3.5 HDD 1 3.5-inch HDD cage (N8154-65F)
  • Page 98 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices (5) Using 2.5-inch hard disk drives in liquid cooling model and an extra 2.5-inch HDD cage Power supply unit Extra 2.5-inch HDD cage (N8154-56F) 2.5 x 2HDD 3.5 Dev. PWR DET 1 Optical disk drive Motherboard 2.5-inch HDD cage...
  • Page 99: Attaching The Front Bezel

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.16 Attaching the Front Bezel You can attach the front bezel by reversing the removal procedure. Insert the tab inside the front bezel into the hole on the front upper side of the server, push the left side of the front bezel toward the server, and then lock the bezel by using the tab on the upper side of the bezel.
  • Page 100: Installing The Side Cover

    Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.17 Installing the Side Cover You can attach the side cover by reversing the removal procedure. Make sure that hooks at both the top and bottom of the side cover are securely inserted in the holes on the server frame.
  • Page 101: Installation And Connection

    Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Installation and Connection This section describes how to position the server and connect cables. Installation CAUTION Be sure to observe the following precautions to use of the server safely. Failure to observe the precautions may cause burns, injury, and property damage. For details, refer to Safety precautions in Precautions for Use.
  • Page 102 Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Do not install the server in an environment in which any of the following conditions apply: Installing the server in any of the following conditions will cause the server to malfunction. Places where corrosive gas is present, such as environments where there is sulfur vapor in the atmosphere, or Place of drastic temperature change,...
  • Page 103: Preparation For Installation

    Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection 2.1.1 Preparation for installation (1) Mounting for vertical For vertical use of the server, set the stabilizer attached to the bottom of the server as instructed below. Removing/installing the stabilizer Removing the stabilizer Release the lock lever and slide it in the direction of the arrow to remove.
  • Page 104 Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Set up the server as shown in the figure after attaching the stabilizers. Tips When two or more servers are installed vertically side by side, installing the stabilizers in slots 1 and 2 alternately can remove the gap between servers. The server in which the The server in which the stabilizer is installed in slot 2...
  • Page 105: Connection

    Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Connection Connect peripheral devices to the server. Connectors that enable a variety of peripheral devices to be connected are provided at the front and rear of the server. Figures on the following pages show the peripheral devices that can be connected as standard.
  • Page 106: Interface Cables

    Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection 2.2.1 Interface cables Connect the interface cable before connecting the power cord. • Turn off the server and peripheral devices to be connected before Important connecting. • The connectors that are not explained here are not available. Do not connect anything to the connectors.
  • Page 107: Power Cord

    Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection 2.2.2 Power cord Connect the provided power cord to the server. When the power cord is connected to an outlet, POWER LED lights amber during initialization of the system. • To connect the power cord to a UPS, connect it to the outlet provided at the rear Tips of the UPS.
  • Page 108: Chapter 3 Setup

    NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/T110f-S Setup This chapter describes how to set up the server. 1. Turning on the Server Power-On Self-Test (POST) is explained in this section. 2. System BIOS Setup You can customize BIOS settings by following the instructions in this section.
  • Page 109: Turning On The Server

    POWER LED is turned on green and after a while, the NEC logo appears on the display. While the NEC logo is being displayed, the self-diagnostic program (POST) runs and diagnoses the hardware. For details, see Chapter 3 (1.1 POST).
  • Page 110: Post

    1. POST runs automatically when the server is turned on. NEC logo appears on the screen as factory settings. 2. When Password On Boot is set to Enabled on the Security menu in the BIOS setup utility (SETUP), the logo is displayed, and then the password entry is displayed.
  • Page 111: Post Error Messages

    Chapter 3 Setup 1. Turning on the Server 5. After a while, the following message is displayed on the screen. Press <F2> SETUP, <F3> Internal Flash Memory, <F4> ROM Utility, <F12> Network You can call the functions below upon completion of POST by pressing the designated function key. <F2>...
  • Page 112: System Bios Setup

    Press <F2> SETUP, <F3> Internal Flash Memory, <F4> ROM Utility, <F12> Network When you press <F2> key during displaying the message or the NEC logo, SETUP runs and displays the Main menu upon completion of POST. About password entry The entry of the password appears after you set a password in SETUP.
  • Page 113: Usage Of Setup

    Chapter 3 Setup 2. System BIOS Setup Usage of SETUP This section explains how to use SETUP. Indicates the currently displayed menu Indicates the menu has submenus. Help Items Parameters (highlighted when selected*) *: Items that cannot be specified are gray-out. Cursor keys (<↑>, <↓>) Select an item displayed on the screen.
  • Page 114 Chapter 3 Setup 2. System BIOS Setup <F2> key Press this key to restore the parameters. If you choose Yes in the following message, the previous parameter(s) are restored. Load Previous Values? [Yes] <F3> key Press this key to load default settings. If you choose Yes in the following message, the default settings of SETUP are restored.
  • Page 115: Cases That Require Setting Changes

    On/Off NumLock on power ON Boot → Quite Boot → Disabled On/Off the function to display By pressing <Esc> key, prevent the NEC logo during POST the display of the logo. Advanced → PCI Configuration → PCI Optional When an optional board is...
  • Page 116 Chapter 3 Setup 2. System BIOS Setup Category Description To be changed Remark Server → Power Control When the server is supplied Configuration → AC-LINK → Power Powerlink with power from UPS, always turn on the power. Server → Power Control If the server is turned off by Configuration →...
  • Page 117: Expressscope Engine 3

    Chapter 3 Setup 3. EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 Overview EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 provides useful features by using Baseboard Management Controller (BMC). EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 monitors the power unit, cooling fans, temperature, and voltage of the server. If the management LAN connector is connected to the network, you can remotely perform the following features by using a web browser or SSH client.
  • Page 118: Expressscope Engine 3 Network Configuration

    Chapter 3 (1.1.1 POST sequence) for details. Press <F2> SETUP, <F3> Internal Flash Memory, <F4> ROM Utility, <F12> Network 2. When you press <F4> key during displaying the message or the NEC logo, ROM utility starts upon completion of POST.
  • Page 119 Chapter 3 Setup 3. EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 5. In the DHCP of the Property screen, specify Enable or configure IP Address/Subnet Mask. Tips If Shared BMC LAN is enabled, Web feature, remote media/KVM feature, or command line interface feature may be interrupted. In this case, wait for a while, and connect with network again.
  • Page 120: Expressbuilder

    RAID configuration to installation of applications. To use this feature, (Windows reinstallation) choose OS installation in Boot Selection Menu. Bundled software* Stores various bundled software, such as NEC ESMPRO Agent. Maintenance Diagnoses your server system. To use this feature, choose Tool menu in Boot Selection Menu.
  • Page 121: Installing Software Components

    Chapter 3 Setup 5. Installing Software Components Installing Software Components Continue to install the operating system and other bundled software. See the instructions below. • Installation Guide (Windows) Express5800/T110f-S User’s Guide...
  • Page 122: Turning Off The Server

    Chapter 3 Setup 6. Turning off the Server Turning off the Server Turn off the server by using the following procedure. When the power cord of the server is connected to a UPS, refer to the documentation supplied with the UPS or the documentation for the application controlling the UPS. 1.
  • Page 123: Chapter 4 Appendix

    NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/T110f-S Appendix Specifications Interrupt Lines Express5800/T110f-S User’s Guide...
  • Page 124: Specifications

    Chapter 4 Appendix 1. Specifications Specifications Air Cooling System Express5800/T110f-S, EXP285A Product name N8100-1983F ® ® ® Type Intel Pentium processor G3220 Intel Core i3-4330 processor Clock/cache 3 GHz/3 MB 3.50 GHz/4 MB Standard / Not pre-installed / (1) (maximum) ®...
  • Page 125 Chapter 4 Appendix 1. Specifications Express5800/T110f-S, EXP285A Product name N8100-1983F ® ® ® ® ® ® Type Intel Xeon Intel Xeon Intel Xeon processor E3-1220 v3 processor E3-1230L v3 processor E3-1265L v3 Clock/cache 3.10 GHz/8 MB 1.80 GHz/8 MB 2.50 GHz/8 MB...
  • Page 126 Chapter 4 Appendix 1. Specifications Express5800/T110f-S, EXP285A Product name N8100-1983F ® ® ® ® Type Intel Xeon processor E3-1230 v3 Intel Xeon processor E3-1270 v3 Clock/cache 3.3 GHz/8 MB 3.50 GHz/8 MB Standard / Not pre-installed / (1) (maximum) ®...
  • Page 127: Liquid Cooling System

    Chapter 4 Appendix 1. Specifications Liquid Cooling System Express5800/T110f-S, EXP285A Product name N8100-1984F ® ® ® ® ® ® ® Intel Xeon Type Intel Core i3-4330 Intel Xeon Intel Xeon processor E3-1220 v3 processor processor E3-1230L v3 processor E3-1265L v3 Clock/cache 3.50 GHz/4 MB 3.10 GHz/8 MB...
  • Page 128 Chapter 4 Appendix 1. Specifications Express5800/T110f-S, EXP285A Product name N8100-1984F ® ® ® ® Intel Xeon processor E3-1230 v3 Intel Xeon processor E3-1270 v3 Type 3.50 GHz/8 MB Clock/cache 3.30 GHz/8 MB Standard / Not pre-installed / (1) (maximum) ® Chipset Intel C224 Chipset...
  • Page 129: Interrupt Lines

    Chapter 4 Appendix 2. Interrupt Lines Interrupt Lines Interrupt lines are assigned as factory settings as shown below. Use this table as a reference when you add optional devices. • Interrupt lines As factory settings, interrupt lines are assigned as follows. Peripheral Device (Controller) Peripheral Device (Controller) System timer...

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