Page 1 User's Guide NEC Express Server Express5800 Series Express5800/T110i-S EXP333, 333A Chapter 1 General Description Chapter 2 Preparations Chapter 3 Setup Chapter 4 Appendix 10.116.01-101.02 Aug 2018 © NEC Corporation 2018...
Page 2: Manuals
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 manuals The details of NEC ESMPRO, Universal RAID Utility, and other features Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
AC POWER LED on power supply unit ................31 4.5.9 Battery LED (Optional) ....................... 32 Chapter 2 Preparations ............................ 33 Installing Internal Optional Devices ......................34 Safety Precautions ........................... 34 Overview of Installation and Removal ....................35 Removing the Side Cover ........................ 36 Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 4 Chapter 3 Setup ............................. 108 Turning on the Server..........................109 POST ............................. 110 1.1.1 POST sequence ......................110 1.1.2 POST error messages ..................... 112 BIOS Setup Utility (SETUP) ........................113 Overview ............................113 Starting and Exiting SETUP ......................113 Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 5 Turning off the Server ..........................122 Chapter 4 Appendix ............................123 Specifications ............................124 Non-Redundant Power Supply Model .................... 124 Redundant Power Supply Model ....................126 Interrupt Lines ............................128 Glossary ..............................129 Revision Record ............................131 Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 6: Conventions Used In This Document
Symbol to draw 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. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 7: Notations Used In The Text
Unless otherwise stated, hard disk drive described in this document refers to the following.  Hard disk drive (HDD)  Solid state drive (SSD) Removable media Unless otherwise stated, removable media described in this document refers to the following.  USB flash drive  Flash FDD Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 8: Abbreviations Of Operating Systems(Windows)
Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard Windows Server 2008 R2 Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise POST POST described in this document refers to the following.  Power On Self-Test BMC described in this document refers to the following.  Baseboard Management Controller Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 9: Trademarks
Trademarks Trademarks EXPRESSSCOPE are registered trademarks of NEC Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Server 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: License Notification
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Page 11 BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 12: 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 13: Warning Labels
Warning labels are attached on or near the components with potential hazards. These labels are either attached or printed on the components. Do not remove or black out this label and keep it clean. If no label is attached or printed on the server contact your sales representative. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 14: Handling Precautions
 Tape media: Approximately 1 day  For optional devices, we recommend you use our NEC products. Even if they are successfully installed or connected, installation of unsupported devices can cause the server to malfunction or even failure. You will be charged to repair failure or damage caused by use of such products even within warranty period.
Page 15 Keeping your equipment clean is important not only for the appearance but also for functional and safety reasons. A dusty monitor makes it difficult to see the display contents, so clean it regularly. Take rest breaks When you feel tired, take a break. Light exercise is also recommended. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 16: Chapter 1 General Description
1. Introduction 2. Accessories Describes the accessories of the server. 3. Features Describes the features of the server and the server management. 4. Names and Functions of Parts Describes the name of each part contained in the server. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 17: Introduction
● Intel Pentium 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 18: Accessories
The chassis serial number plate and maintenance label is located on the server. If the serial number does not match the number on the warranty, you may not be guaranteed against failure even within the warranty period. Contact your sales representative if they do not match. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 19: Features
Three LAN connectors (one for management LAN)  Dual M.2 SATA mount kit (Optional. Max 2 SSD) Ready to use  Hard disk drives can be installed with one-touch setup, which requires no cables (hot swap supported)* *: 2.5-inch HDD Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 20: 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 21: Names And Functions Of Parts
LEDs for showing the server status. simple UPS. Global HDD LED 1,2(1:green 2:amber) 15 3.5-inch Expansion Bay 1 LEDs for showing the status of hard disk drives and an A bay for installing 2.5-inch HDD cage (N8154-83F). optical disk drive. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 22: Rear View
LEDs for showing the transfer speed of LAN ports serial port B. SPEED LED (green) Display Connector A LED for showing the transfer speed of the LAN port used A connector for connecting a display for management Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 23: Internal View
Motherboard Cooling Fan (CPU) PCI Slot DIMM Slots Cooling Fan (rear) Hard Disk Drive Bay Internal simple UPS control kit (Optional) The figure shows the view when 2.5-inch hard disk drives are installed. Optical Disk Drive Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 24 * The figure shows when an redundant power supply unit is 3.5-inch Expansion Bay 2 installed. Motherboard Cooling Fan (CPU) PCI Slot DIMM Slots Cooling Fan (rear) Hard Disk Drive Bay The figure shows the view when 2.5-inch hard disk drives are installed. Optical Disk Drive Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 25: Motherboard
BIOS and BMC configuration data is I2C connector for Internal simple UPS control kit stored. Move it when replacing MB to keep using the data. BBU Jumper (BIOS OR) See Chapter 2 (1.13 N8181-152/153 Internal simple UPS) for detailed information. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 26: Indicators
Optical disk access LED SPEED LED Front view Rear view 4.5.1 POWER LED ( POWER LED indicates the power ON/OFF status of the server. POWER LED pattern Description On (green) The server is normally powered on. The server is off-powered. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 27: Status Led 1, 2 (1- -2)
STATUS LED 1 is off or STATUS LED 2 lights/flashes amber if there is a hardware failure. Tips If NEC ESMPRO is installed, you can view error logs to check the causes of failures. The following table lists STATUS LED patterns, their description and action. If the LED indication does not change even if the action below is performed, contact your sales representative.
Page 28: Global Hdd Led1, 2 (1- -2)
Power Capping is enabled and power control (capping) is working. Power Capping feature is disabled. Note Power Capping LED seems to be lit or blinking amber when STATUS LED is lit or blinking amber. The amber STATUS LED indicates a hardware failure. Contact your sales representative. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 29: Optical Disk Access Led
 Do not turn off or reboot the server while a HDD is being rebuilt.  Wait at least 90 seconds before installing a HDD after removing one.  Do not replace a HDD while another HDD is being rebuilt. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 30: Leds For Lan Connectors
―The management LAN port ( M) supports 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and 10BASE-T. SPEED LED pattern Description On (amber) The port is operating with 1000BASE-T interface. On (green) The port is operating with 100BASE-TX interface. The port is operating with 10BASE-T interface. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 31: Ac Power Led On Power Supply Unit
The power supply unit is detecting an omen of Contact your sales representative. an abnormal. The power is not supplied to the server. Connect the power cable. If the LED is not lit although power cord is connected, contact your sales representative. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 32: Battery Led (Optional)
When N8181-152 Internal simple UPS is installed, the Battery LED is available on the internal simple UPS. Battery LED  Battery LED ( This LED indicates the state of the internal simple UPS. LED pattern Description Exhausted Normal operating Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 33: Chapter 2 Preparations
Describes how to install or remove 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. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 34: Installing Internal Optional Devices
If you did not purchase any optional device requiring installation, you can skip this section. Important Use only the devices and cables specified by NEC. You will be charged to repair damages, malfunctions, and failures caused by the use of any devices or cables not specified for use with this server even within the warranty period.
Page 35: Overview Of Installation And Removal
See Chapter 2 (1.15 Connecting Cables). Attach the front bezel. See Chapter 2 (1.16 Attaching the Front Bezel). Attach the side cover. See Chapter 2 (1.17 Installing the Side Cover). Continue the setup while referring to Chapter 2 (2.2 Connection). Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 36: Removing The Side Cover
(1) While pressing the two release buttons, (2) slide button the cover toward the rear of the server, (3) lift it in the direction shown by the arrow, and then (4) remove the cover in the direction shown by the arrow. Release button Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 37: Removing The Front Bezel
If you pull the front bezel forward too much, you will break the front bezel. Gently slide it to prevent damaging the equipment. Slide the front bezel forward to release the hooks that engaged with the holes at the front of the server and take it off the server. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 38: Tpm Kit
(For a 3.5-inch hard disk drive cage, only pull the hard disk drive.) Install the TPM Kit and secure it by pushing the nylon rivet that comes with the TPM Kit. Re-assemble the parts that were removed in the steps 1 and 2. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 39: Dimm
Up to 64 GB (16 GB  4) of memory can be installed. Important  Use only the DIMMs specified by NEC. Installing a DIMM from a third party 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 40: Maximum Supported Memory Size
4GB DIMM 4GB DIMM Not installed Not installed Available 4GB DIMM 4GB DIMM 4GB DIMM 4GB DIMM Not available 4GB DIMM 4GB DIMM 4GB DIMM Not installed Not available 4GB DIMM 4GB DIMM Not installed 4GB DIMM Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 41: Installation
Set the paging file size to the recommended value (Total memory size x 1.5) or more. When using a Windows OS, see Chapter 1 (7.1 Specifying Memory Dump Settings (Debug Information)) in "Installation Guide (Windows)". For other OS, see the manual provided with the operating system or contact your sales representative. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 42: Removal
 When removing a defective DIMM, check error messages displayed at POST or 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 43: Use Of Internal Hard Disk Drives In The Raid System
SWRAID Motherboard Using the Software RAID (SW RAID) Enable SW RAID by changing jumper setting on motherboard. Jumper on motherboard (SWRAID) Change jumper setting to 2-3 (Enabled). When not using Software RAID, jumper setting to 1-2 (Disabled). Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 44 RAID controllers cannot be launched. Removal To remove the optional RAID controller, reverse the installation procedure. If you intend to use with the card removed, be sure to attach the blank cover attached to the riser card. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 45: Notes On Setting Up A Raid System
2 (5. RAID System Configuration) in "Maintenance Guide" or the manual supplied with the optional RAID controller. Important  Do not change the RAID system mode to hibernate.  A mix of SAS and SATA drives cannot be used within the RAID system. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 46 <3.5-inch HDD cage and 2.5-inch Hot Plug Drive Cage Kit> <2.5-inch HDD cage and 2.5-inch Hot Plug Drive Cage Kit> N8154-83F 2.5-inch Hot Plug Drive Cage Kit N8154-84F 3.5-inch non-Hot Plug Drive Cage Kit N8154-82F 2.5-inch Hot Plug Drive Cage Kit Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 47: Flash Backup Unit For Raid Controller
Start Connecting the FBU control board to RAID controller Connecting the flash backup unit control cable Getting ready to install the flash backup unit Installing the flash backup unit Connecting to the RAID controller Finish Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 48 Getting ready to install the flash backup unit See Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. To remove the side cover and the front bezel, see Chapter 2 (1.3 Removing the Side Cover and 1.4 Removing the Front Bezel). Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 49 Install the flash backup unit to this server with one screw and fixing bracket provided with the flash backup unit. Screw Insert the two hooks of the anchoring bracket into the holes on the front panel bracket. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 50 Position of the connector Connect the cable to the connector shown in the figure below. Tips For the position of the connector of N8103-206/207/208, refer to the manual attached to N8103-206/207/208. Black Marker RAID Controller Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 51: Removal
Install the RAID controller into the PCI slot #4 and fix it in place. Be careful not to disconnect the cable. RAID Controller Connect the cables and components that you removed. 1.8.3 Removal To remove the flash backup unit, reverse the installation procedure. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 52: Pci Card
PCI card. For the configuration instructions, see Chapter 2 (1. System BIOS) in "Maintenance Guide". Disabling the deployment of Option ROM can not only prevent memory consumption but also shorten the startup time. PCI#1 PCI#2 PCI#3 PCI#4 Motherboard Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 53: Notes
If the boot device is an HDD under an optional RAID Controller, the display is (Bus xx Dev 00) PCI RAID Adapter. Note that the value for xx changes depending on the PCI slot where a RAID Controller is installed. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 54: List Of Optional Devices And Installation Slots
*3 Cannot be used when N8154-84 3.5-inch HDD cage is mounted. *4 The N8117-01A expansion RS-232C connector kit contains two types of cables. This server uses the RS-232C cable (B). *5 Only 3.5-inch HDD cage install model can be supported when the high-temperature resistant option is installed. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 55 PCI slot limitations for High Temperature Resistant kit PCI cards listed below can be installed to PCI slot #4. N8104-149 10GBASE SFP+ Adapter (SFP+/2ch) N8104-157 10GBASE-T connection board (2ch) N8103-184 SAS controller N8103-142 SAS controller N8104-152 1000BASE-T(4ch) Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 56: Installation
To remove the side cover, see Chapter 2 (1.3 Removing the Side Cover). Open the PCI slot retention latch. Remove the blank cover aligned with the slot where you will install a card. Important Keep the removed blank cover for future use. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 57 When it locks, you hear a clicking sound. Assemble the server. Turn on the server and confirm that no error messages are displayed in POST. If an error message is displayed, take notes on the message and ask your sales representative. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 58: Configuration After Installing
Attach the blank cover, and see installation step 7 in Chapter 2 (1.9.3 Installation) to close the PCI slot retention. Assemble the server. Turn on the server and confirm that no error messages are displayed in POST. If an error message is displayed, take notes on the message and ask your sales representative. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 59: Installing The N8117-01A Extra Rs-232C Connector Kit
Assemble <3> RS-232C cable (B) and <4> PCI bracket (1). To open the PCI slot retention latch, see Chapter 2 (1.9.3 Installation). Remove the expansion blank cover aligned with the slot where you will install a card. Important Keep the removed blank cover for future use. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 60 See the following for the position of the COM connector for internal connections. Important Note the direction of the connector when connecting the cable. COM connector for internal connections Reassemble the server. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 61: Hdd Cages
Drive Cage Kit (2.5-inch HDD cage) can be installed in the HDD bay in this server. The N8154-83F 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. N8154-84F 3.5-inch non-Hot Plug...
Page 62: Installing A 3.5-Inch Hdd Cage And Hard Disk Drives
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. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 63: Removing Hard Disk Drives
Disconnect the power cable and signal cable from the hard disk drives. Press the part shown in the figure to unlock the HDD tray, and then remove the hard disk drive out from the HDD cage. Assemble the server. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 64: Installing A 2.5-Inch Hdd Cage And Hard Disk Drives
The N8154-82F 2.5-inch HDD cage can mount a SAS HDD, and the N8154-83F 2.5-inch extra HDD cage can mount a SATA HDD, and vice versa. Important Use hard disk drives provided by NEC. N8154-83F 2.5-inch Hot Plug Drive Cage Kit...
Page 65 HDD cage. Important Make sure to insert the lock plate into the groove of the chassis correctly. Incorrect installation causes the removal of the side cover to be impossible. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 66: Installing An Extra 2.5-Inch Hdd Cage
Connect the interface cable that comes with the HDD cage and the power cable on the motherboard. For details, see Chapter 2 (1.15 Connecting Cables). Push the HDD cage to the end and secure it with two screws. Attach the front bezel and the side cover. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 67: How To Open The Extra 2.5-Inch Hdd Cage Door
Lay down the server horizontally, and then insert your finger into the opening located on the right side of the extra 2.5-inch HDD cage door and push the door to the right (see (1) below) to unlock the door. Pull the door toward the front (see (2) below) to open. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 68: Installing The Hard Disk Drive
(2)When finished, close the lever to lock the hard disk drive.  Use only the hard disk drives provided by NEC. For details, contact your Important sales representative.  If you remove two or more hard disk drives while the server is on, the logical drive will be damaged.
Page 69: Optical Disk Drive
Disconnect the SATA cable and DC power cable from the optical disk drive. Push the stopper on the right side and remove the optical disk drive. Stopper Remove the bracket from the optical disk drive. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 70: Removal
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. 1.11.2 Removal You can remove the optical disk drive by reversing the installation procedure. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 71: Backup Devices
 K410-352(00) internal USB cable (USB 3.0) In a server with a redundant power unit or a liquid-cooled server, the backup device cannot be used at the same time as an extra 2.5-inch HDD cage. 3.5-inch expansion bay 2 3.5-inch expansion bay 1 Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 72: Installation
Assemble the server. Install device drivers for installed backup device as needed. For more information, refer to the manual provided with the backup device. 1.12.2 Removal You can remove the backup device by reversing the installation procedure. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 73: N8181-152/153 Internal Simple Ups
N8181-152 optional Internal simple UPS can be installed to 3.5-inch expansion bay 2 of this server. The internal simple UPS can be installed only on the model that has non-redundant power supply. 3.5-inch expansion bay 2 3.5-inch expansion bay 1 Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 74: Installation For N8181-153 Internal Simple Ups Control Kit
A battery holder bracket and a countersunk screw are used when installing N8181-152 Internal simple UPS in next step. Remove the blank cover. Push the tab on the tray and pull out the device tray from the 3.5-inch expansion bay. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 75 (The parts indicated by circle on the figure on the right) Flat-head screw Countersunk screw <3> Remove two power cords on the motherboard. <4> Connect the I2C cable of the control kit to the connector on the motherboard. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 76 <1> Attach the bracket part of the LED cable to the right edge of the device tray. <2> Fix with a flat-head screw. Flat-head screw At the position marked in the figure, fix the LED cable to device tray with a cable tie. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 77 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Put the device tray with LED cable back to 3.5-inch expansion bay. Then connect LED cable to the connector of the control kit. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 78: Installation For N8181-152 Internal Simple Ups
Reassemble the server. Configure operation settings of the internal battery as needed. You can configure the internal battery by EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3, NEC ESMPRO Manager , or Server Configuration Utility. For details, see the online help stored in EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 and NEC ESMPRO Manager, see Chapter 2 (2.7 Battery Configuration) in the “Maintenance Guide”...
Page 79: Removal
You can replace or remove the internal simple UPS by a reverse procedure if internal simple UPS is exhausted. Note Replace only N8181-152 Internal simple UPS if you are replacing the battery because of exhaustion. Tips You can replace the internal simple UPS without removing front bezel. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 80 When using N8181-152 internal simple UPS, set jumper (BIOS OR) on the motherboard to Enabled. Jumper on the motherboard (BIOS OR) Enabled: Set to 2-3 Not using internal simple UPS Jumper on the motherboard (BIOS OR) Disabled: Set to 1-2 Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 81: Firmware(Sdr) Updating
Charge the battery before you start operation. You can check charging state and settings of internal battery • with EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 or NEC ESMPRO. For details, see the manual provided with each tool. Following is the limitations when using internal battery.
Page 82: High Temperature Resistant Kit
• You can install N8118--307 Dual M.2 SATA mount kit only when 3.5-inch cage is installed. • N8181-152 Internal battery module cannot be used. • N8181-153 Internal battery controller cannot be used. For details, see the User's Guide that comes with N8181-140F High Temperature Resistant Kit. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 83: Connecting Cables
An internal SATA cable provided with the N8154-84F 3.5-inch non-Hot Plug Drive Cage Kit is required. You can use the controller on the motherboard to build a RAID system (SW RAID). For more information, see Chapter 2 (5. RAID System Configuration) in "Maintenance Guide". Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 84 Connecting to a RAID controller (N8103-188/176) requires a SATA cable (provided with the N8154-84F 3.5-inch non-Hot Plug Drive Cage Kit) and RAID LED cable (K410-293(00)) for use with RAID controllers. Install the hard disk drives in order from the left side. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 85 (N8103-209) (N8103-205/206/210) RAID LED cable (included with K410-444(00)) Flash backup unit control cable (provide with the K8103-209) * N8103-205/210 does not support the N8103-209. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 86 Install the hard disk drives sequentially starting from the leftmost slot when viewed from the front. Slot 0: First Hard Disk Drive Slot 1: Second Hard Disk Drive Slot 5: Third Hard Disk Drive (N8103-176) Slot 6: Fourth Hard Disk Drive Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 87 Slot 0: First Hard Disk Drive Slot 1: Second Hard Disk Drive (N8103-209) Slot 5: Third Hard Disk Drive (N8103-206/210) Slot 6: Fourth Hard Disk Drive RAID LED cable (included with K410-444(00)) Flash backup unit control cable (provide with the N8103-209) Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 88 RAID controller accesses or not, connect the RAID LED cable of the RAID controller installation kit. Connect to the LED connector on the mother board and to the connector on the RAID controller. RAID controller installation kit (K410-293(00)): For RAID controller (N8103-176/177/178/188) RAID Controller N8103-188 RAID Controller N8103-176/177/178 Black Black Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 89 0.  Connecting to the MiniSAS HD connector on the motherboard Use the cable that comes with the 2.5-inch Hot Plug Drive Cage Kit. (N8154-82F) Install hard disk drives from Slot 0 in ascending order. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 90 (N8103-176/177/178/188), Use an SATA cable provided with the 2.5-inch Hot Plug Drive Cage and N8154-83F 2.5-inch Hot Plug Drive Cage Kit. [Connecting four hard disk drives] [Connecting six hard disk drives] Slot Slot (0-3) (4-7) Internal SAS/SATA cable (included with N8154-83F) * N8103-188 does not support the extra battery. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 91 * N8103-205/210/211 does not support the N8103-209. [Connecting six hard disk drives] Slot Slot (0-3) (N8103-209) (4-7) (N8103-205/206/207/208/210/211) Flash backup unit control cable (provide with the N8103-209) Internal SAS/SATA cable (included with N8154-83F) * N8103-205/210/211 does not support the N8103-209. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 92 The 3.5-inch expansion bay of the server can mount USB devices for internal connection. Mounting an internal USB device on non-redundant power supply model Use the internal USB cable “K410-352(00)”. Mounting an internal USB device on redundant power supply model Use the internal USB cable “K410-352(00)”. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 93 Only 3.5-inch HDD cage install model can be supported when the high-temperature resistant option is installed. When SSD is used in software RAID Use the dedicated internal SAS/SATA cable (K410-365(00)) and connecting to the miniSAS connector on the motherboard. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 94 Use the dedicated internal SAS/SATA cable (K410-365(00)) and connecting to the RAID controller. Note M.2 SATA SSD and hard disc drive cannot be connected to the same RAID controller. RAID LED cable (K410-293(00)): When using the RAID controller (N8103-176/177/188) RAID LED cable (K410-444(00)): When using the RAID controller (N8103-205/206/210) Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 95: Power Cables
(1) Using 3.5-inch hard disk drives in non-redundant power supply model, an extra 2.5-inch HDD cage and a backup device (2) Using 3.5-inch hard disk drives in redundant power supply model, and an extra 2.5-inch HDD cage or a 3.5-inch backup device Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 96 (3) Using 2.5-inch hard disk drives in non-redundant power supply model, an extra 2.5-inch HDD cage and a backup device (4) Using 2.5-inch hard disk drives in liquid cooling model, and an extra 2.5-inch HDD cage or 3.5-inch backup device Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 97 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices (5) Using internal battery The figure below is an example of when 3.5-inch hard disk drive and extra 2.5-inch HDD cage are mounted. See the figures above for other mounting constitution. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 98: Attaching The Front Bezel
Secure the screw to fix the bezel onto the chassis. Insert the tab inside the bezel into the hole on the chassis. The bezel is locked by the tab. Secure the screw to fix the front bezel to the chassis. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 99: Installing The Side Cover
Also make sure that the hooks at the front of the cover are engaged with the server frame when sliding the side cover forward to attach. If they are not engaged with the frame, the cover cannot be secured in place. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 100: Installation And Connection
Air pressure: 749 to 1040 hpa *: 5°C to 48°C (when an optional kit is installed; subject to composition restrictions) 100/200VAC bipolar grounded outlet or bipolar outlet with ground terminal (separate A Dust-free, clean, and adapter is required) organized room Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 101 AC magnetic field such as TVs, radios, outlet that shares the ground wire with broadcast/communication antennas, another outlet where another device power transmission wires, and with large power consumption is electromagnetic cranes is placed. connected. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 102: Preparation For Installation
Insert the tab of the stabilizer into the slot of the server as shown in the figure below. Slots on side 2 Slots on side 1 Tabs Tabs Installing the stabilizer in Installing the stabilizer in slot 1 slot 2 Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 103 To mount the server horizontally, attach the provided rubber feet to the positions shown in the figure. Attach the rubber feet on the right side of the server as shown in the figure. Important When the server is horizontally mounted, do not put devices that weigh more than 5 kg on the server. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 104: Connection
 Insert the power plug into the outlet as far as it goes.  Use only the specified power cord.  Do not connect or disconnect the interface cable while the power cord is connected.  Use only the specified interface cable. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 105: Interface Cables
Telecommunications Business Act (the dedicated line means the dedicated transmission path installed by the specified users and its accessories. Generally-used public line is also included.)  The connectors that are not explained here are not available. Do not connect anything to the connectors. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 106 USB devices <Rear view> A device with serial interface (such as a modem) Connect the provided power cord to an outlet when the cable connection Display unit is complete. Hub/Switching hub USB devices (such as a terminal adapter) Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 107: Power Cord
BIOS settings change are required depending on the UPS to which the power cord of this server is connected. In the BIOS Setup Utility, select Server, and then AC-LINK to change the parameter to the appropriate value. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 108: Chapter 3 Setup
EXPRESSBUILDER helps you to install Windows and maintain the server. See Chapter 2 (6. Details of EXPRESSBUILDER) in Maintenance Guide. 5. Installing Software Components You can install Windows and bundled software by following the instructions in “Installation Guide (Windows)”. 6. Turning off the Server Turn off power when not using the server. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 109: Turning On The Server
POWER LED is turned on green and after a while, the NEC logo appears on the display. POWER While the NEC logo is being displayed, the Switch self-diagnostic program (POST) runs and diagnoses the hardware. For details, see Chapter 3 (1.1 POST).
Page 110: Post
In such a case, press F1 to continue POST. Board configuration can be made using the utility described later. 1. POST runs automatically when the server is turned on. NEC logo appears on the screen as factory settings. Note  Keyboard becomes operable after the logo appears.
Page 111 Three incorrect password entries disable the server to boot. In such a case, turn off the power, wait at least ten seconds, and then turn on the server. Important Do not set a password before OS is installed. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 112: Post Error Messages
9. The OS starts after POST is completed. 1.1.2 POST error messages If POST detects an error, an error message is displayed on the screen or beeps are sounded. Write down the error message for future use. For details, see "Maintenance Guide". Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 113: Bios Setup Utility (Setup)
 If you wish to restore the setting to default values, select Save & Exit and then Load Setup Defaults. (The default value might be different from the factory setting.)  You cannot restore the default value in the following submenus in Advanced menu: – iSCSI Configuration submenu – UEFI Driver Configuration submenu Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 114: Usage Of Setup
Returns the previous screen. If you choose Yes in the following message, SETUP closes without saving the changes. Quit without saving? [Yes]  <F1> key Displays help information. Press <Esc> key to go back to the original screen. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 115 The parameters of Advanced  iSCSI Configuration and UEFI Driver Configuration are not returned to the default value.  <F4> key Saves parameters. If you choose Yes in the following message, the parameters you configured are saved and SETUP closes. Save configuration and exit? [Yes] Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 116: Cases That Require 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 117 If the server is turned off by  AC-LINK  Last State using POWER switch, leave it OFF even when UPS supplies power. Server  Power Control Configuration Keep the power OFF even  AC-LINK  Stay off when UPS supplies power. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 118: Expressscope Engine 3
Press <F2> SETUP, <F3> Internal Flash Memory, <F4> ROM Utility, <F12> Network Press the <F4> key while the message is being displayed to launch ROM Utility. Select your keyboard type on Keyboard Selection screen. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 119 Connect the LAN cable to the management LAN connector in order to connect to the network. It will be available for use if you access EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 via Web browser from management PC according to the setting. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 120: Expressbuilder
Ensure a CD/DVD is removed from the server, turn on the server, and then press <F3> key during POST. Windows Application You can run EXPRESSBUILDER by clicking the shortcut of NEC EXPRESSBUILDER on the desktop, or select NEC EXPRESSBUILDER from Windows Start menu or Start screen after installing Windows and Starter Pack.
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/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 122: Turning Off The Server
UPS or the documentation for the application controlling the UPS. 1. Shut down the OS. 2. If the server does not automatically power off, press POWER Switch at the front of the server. Confirm that POWER LED is OFF. 3. Turn off peripheral devices. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 123 NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/T110i-S Appendix 1. Specifications Describes specifications of the server. 2. Interrupt Lines Describes the interrupt lines assigned to this server. 3. Glossary Describes glossaries of this document. 4. Revision Record Describes revision history of this document. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 124: Chapter 4 Appendix
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 Foundation Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Datacenter Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Standard Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Essentials *1 Can be optionally expanded to two ports. *2 Only N8100-2501Y and N8100-2502Y support Windows Server 2008 R2. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 125 Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Datacenter Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Standard Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Essentials Accessories 104 keyboard, Two-button mouse with scroll wheel, Rubber feet, Getting Started, Screws for device, Power cord * Can be optionally expanded to two ports. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 126: Redundant Power Supply Model
Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Essentials Accessories 104 keyboard, Two-button mouse with scroll wheel, Rubber feet, Getting Started, Screws for device, Power cord *1 Can be optionally expanded to two ports. *2 Only N8100-2515Y support Windows Server 2008 R2. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 127 Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Datacenter Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Standard Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Essentials Accessories 104 keyboard, Two-button mouse with scroll wheel, Rubber feet, Getting Started, Screws for device, Power cord * Can be optionally expanded to two ports. Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 128: Interrupt Lines
As factory settings, interrupt lines are assigned as follows. Peripheral Device (Controller) Peripheral Device (Controller) System timer Real-time clock  Microsoft ACPI-Compliant System Cascade connection COM 2 serial port  COM 1 serial port Arithmetic operation processor     Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
Page 129: Glossary
NEC ESMPRO Manager Software for managing multiple servers on network. NEC ESMPRO Software for monitoring the server. This works with NEC ESMPRO Manager. You can ServerAgentService choose Service Mode or Non-Service Mode when installing this software. Service Mode resides as the OS service and Non-Service Mode does not use the OS service to reduce memory, CPU power, and other OS resources.
Page 130 Universal RAID Utility Software for setting RAID arrays on Windows/Linux. This software is operated on "PC for Management" with NEC ESMPRO Manager. A file that saved settings for installing Windows. You can install with the settings in this Windows OS parameter file file when setting Windows with EXPRESSBUILDER.
Page 131: Revision Record
Chapter 4 Appendix 4. Revision Record Revision Record Revision (Document Number) Date Issued Description 10.116.01 101.01 April 2017 Newly created 10.116.01 101.02 May 2018 Support new RAID controller Aug 2018 Clerical corrections Express5800/T110i-S User’s Guide...
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