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Thanks to its highly developed hardware and software components, the PRIMERGY TX120 S2 server offers a high level of data security and availability. This includes hot-plug HDD modules, the ServerView Operations Manager for server management, Prefailure Detection and Analysing (PDA), and Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart (ASR&R).
Documentation overview Preface Documentation overview More information on your PRIMERGY TX120 S2 can be found in the following documents: – “Quick Start Hardware - PRIMERGY TX120 S2” leaflet (only included as a printed copy) – “Quick Start Software - Quick Installation Guide” DVD booklet (only included with the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite as a printed copy) –...
Preface Features Further sources of information: – PRIMERGY Abbreviations and Glossary on the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 2 – Manual for the monitor – Documentation for the boards and drives – Operating system documentation – Information files in your operating system...
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The LSI Embedded MegaRAID software (SATA Software RAID) supports RAID levels 0, 1 and 10. For more information on configuring the controller, see section “Configuring the onboard SATA controller” on page Operating manual TX120 S2...
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Further information on other SAS/SATA RAID controllers (e.g. for operating external SAS/SATA hard disk drives or tape drives) is available on PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 2 under Industry Standard Servers - Expansion Cards - Storage Adapters - LSI RAID / SCSI Controllers.
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The PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analysing) technology from Fujitsu Technology Solutions analyzes and monitors all components that are critical for system reliability. A RAID controller supports different RAID levels and increase the availability of the system. The hot-plug HDD modules provide additional security. Operating manual TX120 S2...
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More information about the iRMC S2 can be found in the “iRMC S2 - integrated Remote Management Controller” user’s guide (on PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 2 under Industry Standard Servers - Software - PRIMERGY ServerView Suite - Out-Of-Band Management). Operating manual...
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The ServerView Operations Manager enables the management of all PRIMERGY servers in the network via a central console. The following key functions and others are supported by the ServerView/Operations Manager:...
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BIOS update. With the iRMC S2 (integrated Remote Management Controller) on the system board, the PRIMERGY TX120 S2 server can also be maintained and serviced remotely. This enables remote diagnosis for system analysis, remote configu- ration and remote restart should the operating system or hardware fail.
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More information about the iRMC S2 can be found in the “iRMC S2 - integrated Remote Management Controller” user’s guide (on the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 2 under Industry Standard Servers - Software - PRIMERGY ServerView Suite - Out-Of-Band Management).
CAUTION! pay particular attention to texts marked with this symbol. Failure to observe this warning may endanger your life, destroy the system or lead to the loss of data. indicates additional information, notes and tips. Operating manual TX120 S2...
100 V - 240 V / 2.7 A - 1.1 A Effective power 44 W - 120 W Apparent power 56 VA - 127 VA Heat dissipation 158 kJ/h - 432 kJ/h (149 btu/h - 409 btu/h) Main power fuse 16 A Protection class Operating manual TX120 S2...
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195 mm (including feet) 340 mm Depth 399 mm 399 mm Height 360 mm (including feet) 99 mm Weight Approx. 10 kg (depending on configuration). Ventilation clearance At least 200 mm on the front and rear. Operating manual TX120 S2...
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Condensation during operation must be avoided! Noise level Sound power level L (ISO 9296) < 4.3 B (standby) < 4.7 B (operation) Sound pressure level at adjacent workstation < 27 dB (A) (standby) (ISO 9296) < 32 dB (A) (operation) Operating manual TX120 S2...
Ê Connect the server to the mains (see section “Connecting the server to the mains” on page 43). Ê Familiarize yourself with the controls and indicators on the front and rear of the server (see section “Controls and indicators” on page 48). Operating manual TX120 S2...
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Ê Configure the server and install the desired operating system and applica- tions. The following options are available: – Remote installation with the ServerView Installation Manager: With the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 1 provided, you can configure the server and install the operating system in a convenient manner.
Any failure to observe the guidelines in this manual, and any improper repairs could expose the user to risks (electric shock, energy hazards, fire hazards) or damage the equipment. Operating manual TX120 S2...
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This device must only be connected to properly grounded shock- proof sockets or insulated sockets of the rack's internal power supply with tested and approved power cables. Ensure that the device is connected to a grounded shockproof socket close to the device. Operating manual TX120 S2...
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(risk of electric shock, short circuit). In emergencies (e.g. damaged casing, controls or cables, penetration of liquids or foreign bodies), switch off the server immediately, remove all power plugs and contact your sales outlet or customer service team. Operating manual TX120 S2...
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Only set screen resolutions and refresh rates that are specified in the operating manual for the monitor. Otherwise, you may damage your monitor. If you are in any doubt, contact your sales outlet or customer service center. Operating manual TX120 S2...
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All batteries containing pollutants are marked with a symbol (a crossed-out garbage can). In addition, the marking is provided with the chemical symbol of the heavy metal decisive for the classification as a pollutant: Cd Cadmium Hg Mercury Pb Lead Operating manual TX120 S2...
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The CD/DVD drive contains a light-emitting diode (LED), which under certain circumstances produces a laser beam stronger than laser class 1. Looking directly at this beam is dangerous. Never remove parts of the CD/DVD drive casing! Operating manual TX120 S2...
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Do not touch any connectors or conduction paths on an ESD. Place all the components on a pad which is free of electrostatic charge. For a detailed description of how to handle ESD components, see the relevant European or international standards (EN 61340-5-1, ANSI/ESD S20.20). Operating manual TX120 S2...
CE conformity The system complies with the requirements of the EC directives 2004/108/EC regarding “Electromagnetic Compatibility” and 2006/95/EC “Low Voltage Directive”. This is indicated by the CE marking (CE = Communauté Européenne). Operating manual TX120 S2...
The use of shielded I/O cables is required when connecting this equipment to any and all optional peripheral or host devices. Failure to do so may violate FCC and ICES rules. Operating manual TX120 S2...
ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. These servers are always delivered with a particular setting in the BIOS setup. For details please see the manual “D2785 BIOS Setup Utility for PRIMERGY TX120 S2” on the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 2. Transporting the server...
All batteries containing pollutants are marked with a symbol (a crossed-out garbage can). They are also marked with the chemical symbol for the heavy metal that causes them to be categorized as containing pollutants: Cd Cadmium Hg Mercury Pb Lead Operating manual TX120 S2...
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Europe can also be found in the “Returning used devices” manual, via your local Fujitsu Technology Solutions branch or from our recycling center in Paderborn: Fujitsu Technology Solutions Recycling Center D-33106 Paderborn Tel. +49 5251 8 18010 +49 5251 8 333 18010 Operating manual TX120 S2...
Table 1: Acclimatization time In the table “Acclimatization time”, the temperature difference refers to the difference between the operating environment temperature and the temperature to which the server was exposed previously (outside, transport or storage temperature). Operating manual TX120 S2...
The product name and serial number of the product can be found on the identi- fication rating plate. Ê Notify your supplier immediately should you discover that the items delivered do not correspond to the delivery note. Operating manual TX120 S2...
Ê Wire the server. Follow the instructions in sections “Connecting devices to the server” on page 42 “Notes on connecting/disconnecting cables” on page Ê Connect the server to the mains (see section “Connecting the server to the mains” on page 43). Operating manual TX120 S2...
The stabilizers must be attached in the correct direction (see figure 4 on page 40). Clipping the stabilizers together Figure 2: Clipping the stabilizer together Ê Clip the stabilizers together in the direction of the arrow as far as the marking line (a). Operating manual TX120 S2...
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Adjusting the width of the stabilizers Figure 3: Adjusting the width of a stabilizer You may have to adjust the width of the stabilizers. Ê Press the two locking levers (1) and keep them pressed. Ê Pull the stabilizer apart (2). Operating manual TX120 S2...
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Hardware installation Placing the server on the stabilizers Figure 4: Placing the server on stabilizers Ê Place the server on the stabilizers (1). Position the stabilizers between the rubber feet (a). Ê Press the stabilizers together (2). Operating manual TX120 S2...
If the server is positioned horizontally, the rubber feet must be attached! The stabilizers must be attached in the correct direction (see figure 5). Figure 5: Positioning the server horizontally Ê Place the server on its four rubber feet. Operating manual TX120 S2...
(see the documentation for the connected device). Ê Connect the data cables to the server and peripherals. Two additional USB ports are located on the front of the server (see figure on page 48). Operating manual TX120 S2...
As an option, you can secure the power cable using a cable tie to ensure that the insulated connector cannot be disconnected from the power supply unit accidentally. The cable tie is included in the accessories pack that is delivered together with the server. Operating manual TX120 S2...
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Ê Pull the cable tie tight (1) to secure the power cable. The insulated connector cannot now be disconnected from the power supply unit accidentally. You can loosen the cable tie by opening the small locking lever (b) in the direction of the arrow (2). Operating manual TX120 S2...
Ê Turn off all power and equipment switches. Ê Disconnect all power plugs from the grounded shockproof sockets. Ê Unplug all data communication cables from the utility sockets. Ê Disconnect the relevant cables from the server and all the peripherals. Operating manual TX120 S2...
Follow the safety instructions in chapter “Important information” on page Opening the drive cover Figure 9: Opening the drive cover Ê Turn the key counterclockwise (1). Ê Open the drive cover in the direction of the arrow (2). Operating manual TX120 S2...
HDD FAULT indicator Power-on indicator HDD BUSY indicator Hard disk activity indicator DVD drive activity indicator Global Error indicator On/Off button 10 ID indicator NMI button 11 ID button 2 x USB ports 12 Reset button Operating manual TX120 S2...
The NMI button may only be used by service. Reset button Pressing the reset button reboots the system. CAUTION! Risk of loss of data! ID button When this button is pressed, the ID display (blue) on the front of the server lights up. Operating manual TX120 S2...
ID button. To deactivate, press the button again. The ID indicator can also be activated via the ServerView Operations Manager and the iRMC S2 Web interface and its status reported to the ServerView Operations Manager and the iRMC S2. Operating manual TX120 S2...
– Four fast blinks/pause: HDD Predicted Fault – Two fast flashes/pause: HDD Hot Spare (Hot spare drive active. The corresponding drive has failed). 2 HDD BUSY (green) – Lights up: HDD in active phase – Does not light: HDD inactive (drive inactive) Operating manual TX120 S2...
4 LAN transfer rate indicator (standard LAN) Lights yellow for a LAN transfer rate of 1 Gbit/s. Lights up green for a LAN transfer rate of 100 Mbit/s. Does not light up for a LAN transfer rate of 10 Mbit/s. Operating manual TX120 S2...
The power-on indicator lights green (item 7 in figure 10 on page 48). Ê Insert the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 1 in the DVD drive. Ê Follow the on-screen instructions (see also section “Configuring the onboard SATA controller” on page 55 section “Configuring the server...
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The server automatically reboots following a power failure (depending of the settings in the BIOS). – “Power override” function The server can be switched off immediately by pressing and holding the On/Off button (approx. 4-5 sec.). CAUTION! There is a risk that data may be lost. Operating manual TX120 S2...
The controller has its own configuration utility. For further information, refer to the “Embedded MegaRAID Software User’s Guide” (on the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 2 under Industry Standard Servers - Expansion Cards - Storage Adapters - LSI RAID / SCSI Controllers).
The controller makes a separate utility available for IME configuration. For further information, refer to the “Integrated RAID for SAS User’s Guide” (on the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 2 under Industry Standard Servers - Expansion Cards - Storage Adapters - LSI RAID / SCSI Controllers).
Configuring the server and installing the operating system with the ServerView Installation Manager Using the ServerView Installation Manager on the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 1 provided, you can conveniently configure the server and install the operating system. This includes configuring the server-specific settings using the ServerView Configuration Manager and configuring the RAID controller using the ServerView RAID Manager.
Clean the keyboard and the mouse with a disinfecting cloth. Wipe the server and monitor casing with a dry cloth. If particularly dirty, use a cloth that has been moistened in a mild domestic detergent and then carefully wrung out. Operating manual TX120 S2...
BIOS from being overwritten. By combining these options you can achieve optimum protection for your system. A detailed description of the Security menu and how to assign passwords can be found in the BIOS Setup documentation on the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 2. Operating manual...
Power supply overloaded Ê Disconnect the server power plug(s) from the power socket(s). Ê Wait a few seconds before you plug it/them into the grounded socket(s) again. Ê Switch on your server. Operating manual TX120 S2...
(if it is plugged in with a connector). If a separate graphics card is installed in the server, then the monitor cable must be connected to the graphics card. Ê Switch on the monitor and the server. Operating manual TX120 S2...
Ê Refer to the documentation for your operating system or the software for the screen controller for details of how to set the correct horizontal frequency for your monitor, and follow the procedure accordingly. Operating manual TX120 S2...
If the date and time are still wrong after the server has been switched off and back on again, replace the lithium battery (for a description refer to the Technical Manual for the D2785 system board) or contact our customer service team. Operating manual TX120 S2...
“Installing/removing the HDD module” on page 70). 7.10 Error message on screen The meaning of the error message is explained in the documentation for the relevant components and programs on the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 2. Operating manual TX120 S2...
Up to four hot-pluggable hard disk drives can be installed in the PRIMERGY TX120 S2 server. The hard disk drives which can be ordered for the PRIMERGY TX120 S2 are supplied already mounted in an installation frame so that defective hard disk drives can be replaced and new drives can be added during operation.
Temperature difference (°C) Minimum acclimatization time (operating environment/ (hours) outside) Table 2: Acclimatization times for HDD modules Always set the HDD module down carefully, with the large surface facing downwards to prevent it from tipping over. Operating manual TX120 S2...
EMC regulations (regulations regarding electromagnetic compatibility), and for protection against fire. Ensure that the dummy module engages correctly in the slot. Operating manual TX120 S2...
Figure 13: Unlocking the HDD module Ê Release the locking mechanism by pressing the lock (1) together. Ê Push the handle of the HDD module fully in the direction of the arrow (2). The HDD module is now unlocked. Operating manual TX120 S2...
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“Unlocking the HDD module” on page Ê Carefully push the HDD module into the empty mounting location (1) until it stops. Ê Push the handle completely in the direction of the arrow (2) until the locking mechanism engages. Operating manual TX120 S2...
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Ê Wait for at least 60 seconds. This period is necessary for the RAID controller to recognize that an HDD module has been removed and for the hard disk drive to come to a stop. Ê Pull the HDD module out completely. Operating manual TX120 S2...
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EMC regulations (regulations regarding electromagnetic compatibility), and for protection against fire. Ensure that the dummy module engages correctly in the slot. Operating manual TX120 S2...
“dead” control panel drive defective controls incorrect date correcting faults incorrect time no display on monitor no mouse pointer Operating manual TX120 S2...
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S2 HDD module indicators installation frame labels replacing online LAN activity indicator hard disk extension box LAN port HDD BUSY indicator 48, service HDD extension box standard HDD FAULT indicator 48, LAN transfer rate indicator Operating manual TX120 S2...
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LAN port server monitor port ambient conditions serial port configuration 15, service LAN port connecting external devices USB port 12, 42, connecting mains voltage VGA port connecting to the mains power supply control panel Operating manual TX120 S2...
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ServerView Remote Management service server touch-point service LAN port 13, stabilizer adjusting width clipping together standard LAN port switch off time, defining switch on time, defining switching off, server switching on, server system board, features Operating manual TX120 S2...