Page 1 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Areas Covered Before Reading This Manual This section explains the notes for your safety and conventions used in this manual. Make sure to read this section. Chapter 1 Overview This chapter explains component names of this Server Blade as well as an overview of the software provided with this Server Blade.
Page 2: For Your Safety
Note that data protection is not guaranteed when repairs are performed. It is the customer's responsibility to maintain backup copies in advance. In case of data loss, Fujitsu assumes no liability for data maintenance or restoration and damages that occur as a result of the data loss for any reason, except for items covered under warranty.
Page 3 4 Gbit/s FC I/O Module (PG-FCD102). • Management Blade firmware may be required to be updated. For information about the combination of supported firmware, refer to the Fujitsu PRIMERGY website (http://primergy.fujitsu.com), and download or update an appropriate firmware. If an appropriate firmware is not applied, this product may not operate properly.
Page 4 Remarks Warning descriptions Various symbols are used throughout this manual. These are used to emphasize important points for your safety and that of others. The following are the symbols and their meanings. Fully understand these symbols when reading this manual. Failure to observe this warning may cause serious injury or death, and/or destroy the system.
Page 5 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Entering commands (Keys) Command entries are displayed in the following way: • At each blank in a command line (as pointed out above), press the [Space] key once. • When using Windows, commands are not case sensitive.
Page 6 table: Abbreviations of Product names Product names Expressions and abbreviations ® ® Windows Server 2008 Standard, Windows Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Standard Windows Server 2008 Standard (32- Server 2008, ® ® Microsoft Windows Server 2008 bit), or Windows Server 2008 Windows Standard without Hyper-V™...
Page 7: Reference Information
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Reference Information Server Blade types Server Blade types are described as follows. table: Server Blade types Expression and abbreviation Description Diskless type Servers without an internal hard disk Software manuals The software manual contains other reference information and cautions for ServerStart not described in this manual.
Page 9: Table Of Contents
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Contents Chapter 1 Overview 1.1 BX600 Blade Server ........16 1.2 Supplied Software .
Page 10 4.1.1 Required Driver Disks ........70 4.1.2 How to Create Driver Disks [FloppyBuilder Function] .
Page 11 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 5.7.4 VLAN ........... .158 5.7.5 Local Address Setting .
Page 12 7.8 BIOS Setting with Expansion Card Installed ....201 7.9 Connection Examples of an External Option Device ..202 7.9.1 Connection of a Backup Cabinet ......202 7.9.2 Connection of Storage Blade .
Page 13 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 9.5.2 Backup Devices, Software and Their Operations ....251 9.6 Restoring the system ....... . . 254 9.6.1 For Windows Server 2008 .
Page 15 Chapter 1 Overview This chapter explains the component names of this Server Blade as well as an overview of the software provided with this Server Blade. In addition, the workflow, from placing the Server Blade to starting the operation, is also described. 1.1 BX600 Blade Server .
Page 16: Chapter 1 Overview
Chapter 1 Overview 1.1 BX600 Blade Server This blade server has the following features. High performance / High integration PRIMERGY BX600 is a blade server that consists of a Chassis and multiple blades. It is a sophisticated high-performance blade server that enables you to efficiently install a Server Blade, monitoring device, LAN switching hub, power supply unit, fan, fibre channels, and so on in a 7U (height: approx.
Page 17: High Reliability
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide BX620 S4 Server Blade This Server Blade contains a CPU, memory, and a hard disk in the unit (42 × 476 × 286mm). Storage Blade This is a blade type storage subsystem in which up to 5 hard disks can be installed.
Page 18 Chapter 1 Overview Monitoring and remote operations using the Management Blade The Management Blade enables you to monitor blades and the power supply unit, fan, and temperature in the Chassis. You can also turn on the Chassis and Server Blades remotely from the management terminal via the Management Blade.
Page 19 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide High scalability This Server Blade has high-density functions, ensuring the configuration of a large-capacity and extensible system. • Up to 32 GB of memory can be installed for each Server Blade. • Up to two 2.5-inch internal hard disk units can be installed in each Server Blade.
Page 20: Supplied Software
Chapter 1 Overview 1.2 Supplied Software The following software is supplied together with the server. ServerStart supports setting up the system and high reliability tools prevent troubles while server system is running. 1.2.1 Setup Support Tool - ServerStart ServerStart is an initial setup support tool for PRIMERGY. It offers simple procedures for setup and proper installation for recommended drivers.
Page 21: Network Configuration
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Some operations such as a license window and media replacements are required to be performed manually. High reliability tools are software with comprehensive strength for stable system operation of the server management. Merit with ServerStart setup Network configuration ServerStart can configure a network on server installation.
Page 22 Chapter 1 Overview Intuitive user interface The intuitive user interface allows you to easily set the necessary information. Main window When ServerStart starts up, the following window appears. The window and tool bar differ, depending on the mode. Tool bar For the expert mode Changes the size Goes to the...
Page 23: High Reliability Tools
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Wizard window Clicking a wizard displays a wizard window. Set each item in the wizard window. To move to a step in the next wizard window, click the operation button at the bottom of the window. Clicking [help] displays an explanation for setting the item.
Page 24 Chapter 1 Overview For notes of security for ServerView, refer to "● Security" in Section "1.1.7 Note", ServerView User’s Guide. Maintenance support tool [HRM/server] HRM/server performs the server maintenance operation promptly and surely to retain stable system operation. Early detection of a disk problem [RAID Management Tool] RAID Management Tool monitors a configured disk array performance.
Page 25: Installing High Reliability Tools
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 1.2.3 Installing High Reliability Tools Collective installation of all high reliability tools, provided with PRIMERGY, may be made by specifying them in "Application Wizard". The following high reliability tools are installed with ServerStart.
Page 26 Chapter 1 Overview When IIS is not found in the system, ServerView Web-Server is installed even if "ServerView Console (for IIS)" is selected. ServerView Console (for Apache) is selected by default. To install ServerView Console (for IIS), select "RAID Management Tool / ServerView Console (for IIS)". If "RAID Management Tool / ServerView Console (for IIS)"...
Page 27: Component Names And Functions
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 1.3 Component Names and Functions This section explains the component names and functions of the Server Blade. 1.3.1 Front View of Server Blade a Release latch This latch is used when installing/removing a Server Blade.
Page 28 Chapter 1 Overview • Hard disk status LED (Right) This LED lights or blinks depending on the hard disk status described below. table: Hard disk status LED LED status Description Normal mode Lights amber Error detected in the hard disk Flashes amber Displaying the running hard disk using SAS BIOS Utility Flickers amber...
Page 29 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide table: KVM select LED LED status Description Blinks green-amber Blinks when a BMC error was detected with KVM selected, or when the maximum installable number for the Server Blades was exceeded. In this case, contact an office listed in the "Contact Information" of "Start Guide"...
Page 30: Internal View Of Server Blade
Chapter 1 Overview 1.3.2 Internal View of Server Blade [Front] [Rear] a Expansion Card Slot b Chassis connector Various interface signals are connected to the chassis connector. c Expansion board slot Install an expansion board. d Port 1 for I/O expansion board and port 2 for I/O expansion board Ports (Max.
Page 31: Baseboard
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 1.3.3 Baseboard [Front] [Rear] a Expansion board slot b Switch block For details about switch settings, refer to "8.1 Switch Block Settings" ( pg.204). c Memory slots d CPU sockets e SAS connector 1 This connector is connected to 2.5-inch storage bay 1.
Page 32: Workflow
Chapter 1 Overview 1.4 Workflow Use the following workflow from server installation to start of operation. Installing the server Referring to "Safety Precautions" and "Start Guide", install the server to a suitable place. Preparing the server - Install Internal options - Set hardware Referring to "BX600 S3 Blade Server System Unit Hardware Guide", the manual of the network blade to use, "BX600 Management Blade Hardware Guide"...
Page 33: Chapter 2 Checking Before Os Installation
Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation This chapter explains the preparation on the server and cautions necessary before OS installation. Please read this chapter before starting installation. 2.1 Preparation on the Server ......2.2 Selecting the Installation Method .
Page 34: Preparation On The Server
Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation 2.1 Preparation on the Server Before starting installation, install internal options to the server and perform necessary hardware settings. 2.1.1 Installing Internal Options Before installing internal options, refer to each option manual and be sure to read the notes. Install the internal options in the Server Blades, and install the blades and options in the Chassis.
Page 35: Standard Edition Windows Server
Server Blade to be installed. Use the Display/USB Extension Cable to connect them before turning the power on the Server Blade. It is strongly recommended that only products listed on the Fujitsu PRIMERGY website (http:// primergy.fujitsu.com) are connected to the server.
Page 36: Hardware Settings
Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation Cautions applicable when the OS is Windows Server 2003 R2 / Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition / Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition When installing 4GB or more of memory in a server, the /PAE option in the "Boot.ini" file must be specified.
Page 37 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Setting the time synchronization function with the Management Blade To set the time synchronization function with the Management Blade, select "Sync RTC with Mgnt. Blade" in the [Main] menu on the BIOS Setup Utility, and specify the time synchronization function.
Page 38 Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation When installing Windows Server 2008 (64-bit) using ServerStart When installing Windows Server 2008 (64-bit) using ServerStart, and when saving the configuration file to a floppy disk, the boot priority must be changed as follows using the BIOS Setup Utility at ServerStart startup.
Page 39: Selecting The Installation Method
When installing the OS for the first time, there are multiple installation methods. Refer to the following to decide on the method. Linux For the use of Linux, refer to the Fujitsu What OS will you use? PRIMERGY website (http://primergy.fujitsu.com).
Page 40: Supported Os
Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation 2.2.1 Supported OS The supported OS varies depending on the ServerStart version. ServerStart V7.804 For ServerStart V7.804, the following OSes can be installed. ® ® • Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Standard ® ® • Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Enterprise ®...
Page 41: Installation Modes Of Serverstart
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 2.2.2 Installation Modes of ServerStart Quick installation mode This mode completes the OS installation by executing plain settings. Select this mode when you want to install the OS quickly and simply. When installing Windows Server 2008 in Quick installation mode, perform full installation.
Page 42: Precautions On Installation
Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation 2.3 Precautions on Installation Read the following notes before starting OS installation. 2.3.1 Installation Partition Size For installation using ServerStart, the installation partition size can be set as follows. • Maximum size: 2TB • Minimum size: 2200MB Notes •...
Page 43: Notes On A Multiple Lan Adapter Configuration
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide RAID configuration Array controllers to be used vary. For RAID configuration, refer to the respective manuals. When using an onboard SAS Ctrl (Integrated Mirroring SAS) Configure RAID with an internal hard disk unit which is connected to a SAS Ctrl.
Page 44: Setting Up The Printer
Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation Configuration file (SerStartBatch.ini) A configuration file stores the server setup and client information configured in ServerStart. To create a configuration file, use the ServerStart floppy disk. Store only one file on each floppy disk. Do not set the ServerStart floppy disk to the write-protected state.
Page 45: Onboard Controller And Expansion Cards Supported By Serverstart
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Caution when installing the LAN expansion board (PG-LND201) When installing an OS using ServerStart in a device which contains a LAN expansion board (PG- LND201), the Connection Name and IP address settings that are set in the network protocol screen of the OS installation wizard will not be set.
Page 46 Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation...
Page 47: Chapter 3 Os Installation Using Serverstart
Chapter 3 OS Installation using ServerStart This chapter explains how to install the OS in the server using ServerStart. 3.1 Quick Installation Mode ......3.2 Expert Mode .
Page 48: Quick Installation Mode
Chapter 3 OS Installation using ServerStart 3.1 Quick Installation Mode In this quick installation mode, the OS is installed after configuring minimum required settings. To install the OS quickly and easily, use the quick installation mode. When installing Windows Server 2008, perform "Full installation". When installing Windows Server 2008 (64-bit) using ServerStart, and when saving the configuration file to a floppy disk, the boot priority must be changed as follows using the BIOS Setup Utility at ServerStart startup.
Page 49 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Insert the ServerStart floppy disk. Make sure that "on local drive (floppy/USB stick)" and "A:" are selected and click [Continue]. Set the ServerStart floppy disk in the write-enabled state. When installing the OS without using the ServerStart floppy disk, select [No status backup], and click [Next].
Page 50 Chapter 3 OS Installation using ServerStart Click [Accept]. The [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears. Select [Quick Installation] and click [Next]. The [Select the Boot Controller and Boot Disk] window appears.
Page 51 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Set configuration of the RAID and disks and click [Next]. To install the OS while maintaining the established RAID environment Select [Logical Disk 0] and specify partition size to be created. One partition can be created. Select [Logical Disk 0] even if the RAID is not required to be created.
Page 52 Chapter 3 OS Installation using ServerStart Select the OS to be installed and click [Next]. The [Configure your unattended Windows Installation] window appears. Set the items and click [Next]. The [Summary] window appears. Confirm the settings and click [Start Installation]. Click [Start now].
Page 53 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide For Windows Server 2003 / Windows Server 2003 x64 1. Insert the OS CD/DVD (Installation disc). The license agreement window appears. 2. Click [Accept]. After files are copied, a message prompts you to eject the CD/DVD and floppy disk.
Page 54 Chapter 3 OS Installation using ServerStart Perform settings for ServerView. Refer to "2.4 Checking after Installation" in "ServerView User's Guide" to perform the necessary settings. The server setup and OS installation have been completed. Refer to "Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation" ( pg.99) and perform necessary procedures before starting server operations.
Page 55: Expert Mode
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 3.2 Expert Mode In the expert mode, start up Disk Manager, format the installation partition, and install the OS. Use this mode only when you want to perform installation while maintaining the existing partitions.
Page 56 Chapter 3 OS Installation using ServerStart Set the ServerStart floppy disk, and ensure that "Removable media" and "A:" are selected. Click [Continue]. The [Initialization of ServerStart core running] window appears and the ServerStart initialization process starts. Depending on hardware configuration, this process may take a few minutes. After completion, the license agreement window appears.
Page 57 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Select [Expert Installation] and click [Next]. The [Create a ServerStart Floppy Disk] window appears. Click [Build a ServerStart Floppy Disk]. Creation of a ServerStart floppy disk starts. When the creation is completed, the "Floppy disk has been created."...
Page 58 Chapter 3 OS Installation using ServerStart Click [Click here to prepare and/or initiate an operating system installation]. The [Select the operating system to be installed] window appears. Click [Special Hints on Operating System Installation] and observe them carefully. Important information such as limitations on configuration of hard disk units is described. Click [MS Windows Operating Systems].
Page 59: Disk Manager
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 3.2.2 Disk Manager Start up Disk Manager and format the installation partition. Click [Use Disk Manager to partition and format your disk drives]. Disk Manager starts up. Format the OS installation partition. Select the OS installation partition and click the [Partition] menu –...
Page 60: Os Installation Wizard
Chapter 3 OS Installation using ServerStart 3.2.3 OS Installation Wizard Set computer information, user information, and the network protocol. ServerStart can configure multiple network patterns. When configuring a domain controller, refer to "Using ServerStart to Configure the Network". The setup windows vary depending on the OS to be installed. For example, operation on Server 2003 R2 is given below.
Page 61 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide The [Computer Identification] window appears. Set items and click [next]. The [Installation Directory and Time Zone] window appears.
Page 62 Chapter 3 OS Installation using ServerStart Set items and click [next]. The [User Name] window appears. Set items and click [next]. The [Display Settings] window appears. Set items and click [next]. The [Network Protocol] window appears.
Page 63 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Set items and click [next]. The [Software Components] window appears. If Windows Server 2003 R2 is selected at the Computer Identification, R2 components are always copied to the hard disk. To install the components, click [Properties] and check t box of...
Page 64 Chapter 3 OS Installation using ServerStart Set items and click [next]. The [Services] window appears. Simple Network Management Protocol is always installed. Click [Properties] to change the set- tings. Set items and click [leave wizard]. The display returns to the expert mode window.
Page 65: Application Wizard
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 3.2.4 Application Wizard Set configurations for installation of high reliability tools. Open those windows and confirm the settings carefully. Click [Application Wizard: Select additional software components]. The application wizard appears. From the list in [Installable applications], select application software to be installed and click [>>].
Page 66: Starting Os Installation
Chapter 3 OS Installation using ServerStart 3.2.5 Starting OS Installation Install the OS to the server. Notes on the Installation When the installation partition is not empty, a confirmation message appears. Unless otherwise considered as problem, click [OK] to continue the installation procedure. If an incorrect setting (such as the CD key) is found during installation, an error window will appear.
Page 67 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide When a message prompts you to insert the OS CD/DVD, insert the CD/DVD and click [OK]. For Windows Server 2003 / Windows Server 2003 x64 1. Insert the OS CD/DVD (Installation disc). The license agreement window appears.
Page 68 Chapter 3 OS Installation using ServerStart The server setup and OS installation have been completed. Refer to "Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation" ( pg.99) and perform necessary procedures before starting server operations.
Page 69: Manual Os Installation
Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation This chapter explains how to install the OS without using ServerStart. 4.1 Creating Driver Disks ......4.2 Starting Manual Installation .
Page 70: Chapter 4 Manual Os Installation
Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation 4.1 Creating Driver Disks When installing the OS manually, it is necessary to create driver installation disks beforehand. Also, driver disks must be created when you add an expansion card during server operation. 4.1.1 Required Driver Disks You need floppy disks for driver disks.
Page 71 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide For Windows Server 2003 x64 table: Drivers Required for Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Expansion board / onboard controller Driver Chipset Driver provided with the PRIMERGY Startup Disc Driver provided with the PRIMERGY Startup Disc...
Page 72: How To Create Driver Disks [Floppybuilder Function]
Set the PRIMERGY Startup Disc to the client computer. Once "PRIMERGY Startup Disc" window appears, exit the window. Click [Start] − [All Programs] − [Fujitsu Siemens ServerStart] – [ServerStart (Start from DVD)]. ServerStart starts up and the [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears.
Page 73 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide For creation on the server Connect the USB CD/DVD drive and USB floppy disk drive to the Server Blade. Use the Display/USB Extension Cable to connect the USB CD/DVD drive and USB floppy disk drive.
Page 74 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation Click [Expert Installation] and click [OK]. The [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears. Eject the ServerStart floppy disk. Creating driver disks Start up ServerStart and confirm that the [Welcome to ServerStart] window is displayed. Click [FloppyBuilder]. The [ServerStart FloppyBuilder] window appears.
Page 75 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Click the driver disk you want to create. Follow the message and insert a floppy disk. Perform the subsequent operations according to the messages on the window. The floppy disk will be formatted automatically and file copying will start.
Page 76: Starting Manual Installation
Using the USB CD/DVD drive / USB floppy disk drive It is strongly recommended that only products listed on the following website are connected to the server. Fujitsu PRIMERGY website (http://primergy.fujitsu.com) 4.2.1 Installing Windows Server 2008 (Full) Installation procedure Create driver disks.
Page 77 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Setup window for Windows Server 2008 installation appears. Set each item according to the window. Click [Next]. Continue installation procedures according to the setup window. The OS selection window appears.
Page 78 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation Select the OS to be installed. Select "Windows Server 2008 Standard (full installation)". The license agreement window appears. After reading through its contents, check [Accept] and click [Next]. OS installation is automatically performed by the setup program (reboot will occur a few times). Proceed to the installation procedure following the setup program instructions.
Page 79: Installing Windows Server 2008 (Server Core)
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Perform settings for the RAID management tool (ServerView RAID). For details, refer to the manual in the Array Controller Document & Tool CD. For the manual of the SAS RAID Ctrl to be used, refer to "2.3.2 Notes on Configuring RAID"...
Page 80 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation Turn the Server Blade on again, and insert the Windows Server 2008 DVD- ROM into the CD/DVD drive. There are two DVD-ROMs, for 32bit and for 64bit. Check them before inserting the DVD-ROM. When the active area is specified on the hard disk, the following message appears. Press any key to boot from CD or DVD...
Page 81 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Click [Next]. Continue the installation procedure according to the setup window. The OS selection window appears. Select the OS to be installed. Select "Windows Server 2008 Standard (Server Core installation)". The license agreement window appears.
Page 82 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation Install the LAN driver. Install the LAN driver using the PRIMERGY Startup Disc. For details, refer to "4.3 Installing the LAN Driver" ( pg.89). Install the Fibre Channel Driver. Install the Fibre Channel Driver using the PRIMERGY Startup Disc. For details, refer to "4.4 Installing the Fibre Channel Driver"...
Page 83: Installing Windows Server 2003 X64
Create driver disks. Prepare the necessary drivers before installing Windows Server 2003 x64. Some drivers are created from the PRIMERGY Startup Disc, or download file from the Fujitsu PRIMERGY website (http://primergy.fujitsu.com). For details about how to create driver disks, refer to "4.1 Creating Driver Disks" ( pg.70).
Page 84 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation Install the Drivers for onboard array controller manually. 1. When the following message appears, press the [S] key. To specify additional SCSI adapters, CD-ROM drives, or special disk controllers for use with Windows, including those for which you have a device support disk from a mass storage device manufacturer, press S.
Page 85 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Install the display driver. 1. Insert the PRIMERGY Startup Disc into the drive of the server. When the ServerStart window appears, exit ServerStart. 2. Execute the following command on the PRIMERGY Startup Disc.
Page 86: Installing Windows Server 2003
Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation 4.2.4 Installing Windows Server 2003 Create driver disks. Prepare necessary drivers before installing Windows Server 2003. Some drivers are created from the PRIMERGY Startup Disc. For how to create driver disks, refer to "4.1 Creating Driver Disks" ( pg.70). Connect the USB CD/DVD drive and USB floppy disk drive to the Server Blade.
Page 87 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Install the Drivers for onboard array controller manually. 1. When the following message appears, press the [S] key. To specify additional SCSI adapters, CD-ROM drives, or special disk controllers for use with Windows, including those for which you have a device support disk from a mass storage device manufacturer, press S.
Page 88: Installing Linux
The installation of Windows Server 2003 has completed. Before starting operation After OS installation, refer to "Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation" ( pg.99) and perform necessary operations. 4.2.5 Installing Linux For the use of Linux, refer to the Fujitsu PRIMERGY website (http://primergy.fujitsu.com).
Page 89: Installing The Lan Driver
4.3 Installing the LAN Driver This section explains the procedure for installing the driver. For the latest drivers, refer to the Fujitsu PRIMERGY website (http://primergy.fujitsu.com). 4.3.1 Installing the LAN Driver Perform the following procedures to install the LAN driver. The procedures are the same for the full installation and the Server Core installation.
Page 90 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation ® • Intel PROSet for Windows device manager • Advanced Network Service For 1Gbit/s Ethernet I/O Module (PG-LND201) Insert the PRIMERGY Startup Disc. Execute the following file. \DRIVERS\LAN\Broadcom\Ext\w2k8\setup.exe Click [Next]. Select [Modify], and click [Next]. Click [Next].
Page 91 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide For Eth. Ctrl 2x1Gbit PCI-E 1000-BASE-T lp (PG-2861L) Insert the PRIMERGY Startup Disc. Execute the following file. \DRIVERS\LAN\Intel\APPS\PROSETDX\Vistax64\DxSetup.exe ® The message "Welcome to InstallShield Wizard for Intel Network Connection" is displayed. Proceed with the installation by following the instructions displayed in the window.
Page 92 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation Eject the PRIMERGY Startup Disc and restart the Server Blade. For Eth. Ctrl 2x1Gbit PCI-E 1000-BASE-T lp (PG-2861L) Insert the PRIMERGY Startup Disc. Execute the following file. \DRIVERS\LAN\Intel\APPS\PROSETDX\Winx64\DxSetup.exe The message "Welcome to InstallShield Wizard" is displayed. Proceed with the installation by following the instructions displayed in the window.
Page 93 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide For Eth. Ctrl 2x1Gbit PCI-E 1000-BASE-T lp (PG-2861L) Insert the PRIMERGY Startup Disc. Execute the following file. \DRIVERS\LAN\Intel\APPS\PROSETDX\Win32\DxSetup.exe The message "Welcome to InstallShield Wizard" is displayed. Proceed with the installation by following the instructions displayed in the window.
Page 94: Installing The Fibre Channel Driver
This section explains how to install a fibre channel driver when the 2Gbit/s FC I/O Module (PG-FCD102) is extended. When 4Gbit/s FC I/O Module (PG-FCD201) is extended, refer to the option manual. The latest drivers, refer to the Fujitsu PRIMERGY website (http://primergy.fujitsu.com). 4.4.1 For Windows Server 2008 For Windows Server 2008 (Full installation) Click [Start] –...
Page 95 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Enter the following folder name in [Copy manufacturer's files from] and click [OK]. • Windows Server 2008 (32-bit) [CD/DVD drive]: \DRIVERS\FCD\Qlogic\W2K8 • Windows Server 2008 (64-bit) [CD/DVD drive]: \DRIVERS\FCD\Qlogic\W2K8x64 Click [Next]. Driver installation starts.
Page 96: For Windows Server 2003
Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation 4.4.2 For Windows Server 2003 Click [Start] – [Programs] – [Administrative Tools] – [Computer Management]. Click [Device Manager]. Two ports of the fibre channel, which is installed in the 2Gbit/s FC I/O Module, are displayed with the names below.
Page 97: Installing Sas Raid Ctrl Driver
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 4.5 Installing SAS RAID Ctrl Driver This section explains how to install a driver when adding SAS RAID Ctrl (PG-248EL). Use the PRIMERGY Array Controller Document & Tool disk to install (update) the SAS RAID Ctrl driver.
Page 98 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation...
Page 99 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation This chapter explains the operations to be performed after OS installation. Be sure to perform these operations before operating the server. 5.1 Memory Dump/Paging File Setting ....100 5.2 Creating Backup Data for System Recovery .
Page 100: Chapter 5 Operations After Os Installation
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.1 Memory Dump/Paging File Setting Before start operating this server, configure the setting for obtaining memory dump. The setting procedure varies between Windows Server 2003 and Windows 2000 Server. Memory dump If memory dump is set, debugging information will be automatically saved when a STOP error (fatal system error) occurs in the system.
Page 101 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Kernel memory dump Information of only kernel memory space is recorded. The file is stored in the directory displayed in the [Dump file] box. Capacity required for kernel memory dump is as follows: •...
Page 102 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Click the [Advanced] tab and click [Settings] in [Startup and Recovery]. The [Startup and Recovery] window appears. Perform the following setting procedures. 1. In the [Write debugging information] section, select the memory dump file type. •...
Page 103 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Paging file setting Set up the paging file according to the following procedures: Log on to the server with administrator privileges. Check free space of the drive where the system is installed. Check the required amount of free space according to "...
Page 104 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Click the [Advanced] tab. For Windows Server 2008 For Windows Server 2003...
Page 105 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Click [Change] in the [Virtual memory] section. The [Virtual Memory] window appears. For Windows Server 2008 If [Automatically manage paging file size for all drivers] is checked, uncheck it. For Windows Server 2003 Specify the drive where the paging file is to be created.
Page 106 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Select [Custom size] and enter a value in [Initial size]. The value depends on the type of the set dump file. Specify a value larger than the value shown in [Recommended] in [Total paging file size for all drives].
Page 107: Creating Backup Data For System Recovery
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 5.2 Creating Backup Data for System Recovery After OS installation is complete, create backup data for system recovery, which enables the system to be recovered if en error occurred. When store the backup data in a floppy disk or CD/DVD, use the Display/USB Extension Cable to connect the USB floppy disk drive or USB CD/DVD drive.
Page 108: Windows Server 2003
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Creating backup data Perform backup for the whole server configuration according to the following procedure. Click [Start] – [Administrative Tools] – [Windows Server Backup]. Select [Backup Once] from the operation menu. Select [Full server] in [Select backup configuration]. Select [Remote shared folder] in [Specify destination type].
Page 109 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Click [Finish]. Backup process starts. If a message prompts you to insert a floppy disk, insert the floppy disk and click [OK]. Automated system recovery disk is created. When the process is completed, a message appears. Eject the floppy disk according to the message and put a label on it.
Page 110: Storing The System Setting Information
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.3 Storing the System Setting Information Before starting operations, store the configuration information of the BIOS Setup Utility. By storing this information, the system can be recovered with the stored information in case of a system failure (such as when the information is deleted due to the drain of the built-in battery).
Page 111: How To Store The Bios Information With Server Management Tools
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 5.3.1 How to Store the BIOS Information with Server Management Tools Store the BIOS information according to the following procedures: Before operating, if the ServerView "OS Boot Monitoring" function is enabled, disabled it (it is "Disabled"...
Page 112: How To Recover The Bios Information With Server Management Tools
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.3.2 How to Recover the BIOS Information with Server Management Tools If the information configured with the BIOS Setup Utility was deleted due to a drain of the built-in server battery, etc., restore the BIOS information according to the following procedures: Do not turn off the server during a program run.
Page 113: Creating Maintenance Tools
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 5.4 Creating Maintenance Tools This section explains how to create tools for maintaining the server. Maintenance tools are created with the FloppyBuilder function of ServerStart. With the FloppyBuilder function of ServerStart, you can create the following tools: •...
Page 114 A massage appears that "The publisher could not be verified. Are you sure you want to run this software?" 2. Click [Run]. Execute "SeStSetup.exe" in the disk when [Fujitsu ServerStart Setup] window is not displayed. Check the checkbox of [Classic] only and click [OK].
Page 115: Uninstalling Serverstart
ServerStart has been installed to the client computer. Uninstalling ServerStart Uninstall ServerStart on the client computer according to the following procedure when necessary. Click [Start] – [All Programs] – [Fujitsu Siemens ServerStart] – [Uninstall ServerStart]. Click [OK]. When the uninstallation is executed successfully, ServerStart is deleted.
Page 116: Creating "Server Management Tools" Disk
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.4.2 Creating "Server Management Tools" Disk Start up ServerStart and confirm that the FloppyBuilder window is displayed. Click [Server Management Tools]. Click the tool to be created. Insert the prepared floppy disk by following the message. Perform the subsequent operations according to the messages on the window.
Page 117: Notes Before Operating The Server
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 5.5 Notes Before Operating the Server This section explains the settings required before starting to operate the server. For details on the settings, refer to the following URL. http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/exchange/2003/Library/default.mspx If a LAN card or 1 Gbit/s Ethernet I/O Module was added, install a driver according to "4.3 Installing the LAN Driver"...
Page 118: Notes On Advanced Uninterruptible Power Supply (Ups)
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation For Windows Server 2003 Click [Start] – [Administrative Tools] – [Computer Management]. Click [Disk Management]. Right-click the partition to change the letter and click [Change Drive Letter and Path]. The [Change Drive Letter and Path] window appears. Click [Edit].
Page 119: Using Network Startup (Pxe)
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 5.5.4 Using Network Startup (PXE) The Server Blade obtains a boot image via network, and supports PXE (Preboot eXecution Environment) to be booted. For more details on setting, refer to " Booting the Server Blade with PXE" ( pg.37).
Page 120 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Click [Next]. The [Select Disks] window appears. Specify the desired size in [Select the amount of space in MB]. The total value of the current partition size and the value that is specified in [Select the amount of space in MB] is displayed in [Total volume size in megabytes (MB)].
Page 121 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Right-click the volume to be reduced, and click [Shrink Volume]. The [Shrink <Selected volume>:] window appears. Size of available shrink space can be restricted if snapshots or pagefiles are enabled on the volume.
Page 122: Other Notes On Operation
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.5.6 Other Notes on Operation Unnecessary files After OS installation is completed, folders named Runonce and Runonce 2 may be left in the drive where the OS is installed. Delete these folders since you do not need them for the system operation. Notes on 24-hour operation Automated system operation To provide an extra margin of safety against unintentional damage, introduce disaster-prevention...
Page 123: Lan Driver Advanced Setup [Bacs]
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 5.6 LAN Driver Advanced Setup [BACS] BACS is an integrated GUI application consisting of programs such as BASP (Broadcom Advanced Server Program) that provides the load balancing feature, etc., by teaming up multiple adapters.
Page 124 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation For Windows Server 2003 x64 Execute the following file contained in the PRIMERGY Startup Disc. [CD/DVD drive]: \DRIVERS\LAN\Broadcom\Onboard\MgmtApps\x64\setup.exe The installer starts up. Click [Next]. License agreement window appears.
Page 125 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Click [I accept the terms in the license agreement] and click [Next]. Custom Set up window appears. Click [Next]. Proceed the installation by following the window instructions.
Page 126 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation For Windows Server 2003 If the OS is installed using ServerStart, "BACS" is already installed with the driver. If the OS is installed manually, BACS will not be installed. Execute the following file contained in the PRIMERGY Startup Disc. [CD/DVD drive]: \DRIVERS\LAN\Broadcom\Onboard\MgmtApps\IA32\setup.exe The installer starts up.
Page 127: Teaming
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 5.6.2 Teaming In this Server Blade, teaming is possible with any Intel/Broadcom adapter. For Windows Server 2008 Creating a team Log in with Administrator or same privileges. Click [Start] – [All Programs] – [Broadcom] – [Broadcom Control Suite 3].
Page 128 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Click [Create a Team] in the [Teams] menu. The [Welcome to the Broadcom Teaming Wizard] window appears. Click [Next]. The [Creating/Modifying a Team: Team Name] window appears.
Page 129 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Enter a team name, and click [Next]. The [Creating/Modifying a Team: Team Name: Team Type] window appears. Select the team type, and click [Next]. The following is an explanation for when selecting [Smart Load Balancing (TM) and Failover (SLB)] as an example.
Page 130 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Click [Next]. The [Creating/Modifying a Team: Designating a Standby Member] window appears. Set for the standby member, and click [Next]. The [Creating/Modifying a Team: Configure LiveLink] window appears. Auto-Fallback can be selected when using the Team as a standby member. LiveLink does not support Auto-Fallback.
Page 131 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Specify whether or not to configure LiveLink, and click [Next]. The operation varies between " When selecting [Yes]" ( pg.131) and " When selecting [No]" ( pg.131). When selecting [No] The [Creating /Modifying a VLAN: Configure VLAN Support] window appears.
Page 132 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 1. Enter values for the following setting items, and click [Edit Target IP Address...]. • Probe interval (seconds) Specify the probe interval (seconds) between 1 to 60. • Probe maximum retries Specify the Probe maximum retries between 1 to 10. •...
Page 133 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 5. Click [Edit Member IP Address...]. The following window appears. 6. Enter the IP address of the team member for LiveLink in [IP address], and click [OK]. Returns to the [Configure the IP address for each team member] window.
Page 134 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Specify whether or not to create a VLAN, and click [Next]. If creating, create a VLAN by following the instructions displayed in the window. When not creating, the following completion window appears. Click [Finish]. The following window appears.
Page 135 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Click [Yes]. The window returns to the initial window. When the team settings have completed, the multiple adapters that were selected above are displayed as one virtual adapter. Set the IP address in this virtual adapter.
Page 136 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Saving a team Create a team. " Creating a team" (p.127) Click [File] – [Team Save As]. Click [Yes] to save the created team. Restoring a team Call the saved team by clicking [File] – [Team Restore]. The following window appears.
Page 137 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide For Windows Server 2003 Creating a team Click [Start] – [All Programs] – [Broadcom] – [Broadcom Control Suite2]. Broadcom Control Suite2 starts. Click [Tools] – [Create a Team]. The [Broadcom Teaming Wizard] window appears.
Page 138 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Click [Next]. The [Creating/Modifying a Team: Team Name] window appears. Assign your team a unique name, and click [Next]. The [Creating/Modifying a Team: Team Type] window appears.
Page 139 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Select the type of team you want to create, and click [Next]. An explanation for when [Smart Load Balancing (TM) and Failover (SLB)] is selected is explained in the example. The [Creating/Modifying a Team: Assigning Team Members] window appears.
Page 140 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Specify whether you want a standby member for the team, and click [Next]. The [Creating/Modifying a Team: Configuring LiveLink] window appears. You can select Auto-Fallback Disable Mode if you use the member as a standby member. LiveLink feature is not supported if Auto-Fallback Disable Mode is enabled.
Page 141 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Specify whether or not to create a VLAN, and click [Next]. When creating, create a VLAN by following the instructions displayed in the window. When not creating, the following completion window appears. Click [Finish].
Page 142 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Click [OK]. Returns to the initialization screen. Some adapters that have been selected are displayed as one virtual adapter when completing the team settings. Deleting a team Click [Start] – [All Programs] – [Broadcom] – [Broadcom Control Suite2]. Broadcom Control Suite2 starts.
Page 143: Vlan Setup Procedure
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 5.6.3 VLAN Setup Procedure For Windows Server 2008 Click [Start] – [Control Panel] – [Broadcom Control Suite 3]. BACS starts. Right-click a LAN adapter or the Team name of a Teamed Up adapter, and click [Add VLAN] from the displayed menu.
Page 144 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Click [Next]. The [Creating/Modifying a VLAN: Naming] window appears. Specify a VLAN name, and click [Next]. The [Creating/Modifying a VLAN: Tagging] window appears. A VLAN Name that has already been used cannot be used. Enter another name.
Page 145 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Select the VLAN type to be set, and click [Next]. When selecting [Untagged] The [Creating/Modifying a VLAN: Additional VLANs] window appears. Go to Step 6. When selecting [Tagged] The [Creating/Modifying a VLAN: Tag Value] window appears.
Page 146 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation When creating more VLANs, click [Yes]. When finished adding VLANs, select [No] and click [Next]. When selecting [Yes] Repeat Steps 3 to 5. When selecting [No] The following window appears. When adding teams has completed, select the process in the window above and click [Finish].
Page 147 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide For Windows Server 2003 Click [Start] – [Control Panel] – [Broadcom Control Suite 2]. BACS starts. Right-click a LAN adapter or the Team name of a Teamed Up adapter, and click [Add VLAN] from the displayed menu.
Page 148 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Click [Next]. The [Creating/Modifying a VLAN: Naming] window appears. Enter the VLAN Name, click [Next]. The [Creating/Modifying a VLAN: Tagging] window appears. You cannot use a "VLAN Name" that has already been used. Enter another set value.
Page 149 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Select the VLAN type to be set, and click [Next]. When selecting "Untagged" The [Creating/Modifying a VLAN: Additional VLANs] window appears. Skip to the Step 7. When selecting "Tagged" The [Creating/Modifying a VLAN: Tag Value] window appears.
Page 150 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation When selecting [No] The following window appears. When adding a team has completed, select the procedure in the above window, and click [Finish]. The following window appears. Click [Yes]. The following window appears. Click [OK].
Page 151: Lan Driver Advanced Setup [Intel Proset]
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 5.7 LAN Driver Advanced Setup ® [Intel PROSet] ® "Intel PROSet" is a tool for configuring details on the LAN driver. This is used in the following cases. • Use the Teaming function between LAN cards (PG-2861L) •...
Page 152: Notes On Referring To The Intel® Proset Help Topics
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation For Windows Server 2003 Execute the following file in the PRIMERGY Startup Disc. For Windows Server 2003 x64 [CD/DVD drive]: \Drivers\LAN\Intel\APPS\PROSETDX\Winx64\DxSetup.EXE For Windows Server 2003 [CD/DVD drive]: \Drivers\LAN\Intel\APPS\PROSETDX\Win32\DxSetup.EXE Click [OK]. Click [Next]. Click [Accept]. Confirm only the following two items are checked and click [Next].
Page 153: Teaming
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 5.7.3 Teaming Teaming types Teaming has the following types. • Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) is a technology to make the link between the server and switches redundant by using multiple LAN ports. When a failure occurs in the link being used (Primary Link), the communication continues by switching the process to the standby link (Secondary Link) without interrupting.
Page 154 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Notes When using the Teaming function, note the following points. • For AFT/ALB/Static link/Dynamic link type, up to four LAN ports can be incorporated into one team and two ports for a SFT type team. •...
Page 155 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide • Dynamic link type: "IEEE802.3ad dynamic link aggregation" Click [Finish]. Click [OK] to close the property window of the created Teaming adapter. Click [OK] to close the property window of the LAN adapter.
Page 156 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation • Static link type: "Static link aggregation" Do not select other team types. Click [Next]. Select a LAN adapter to incorporate in a Team and click [Next]. Click [Finish]. ® Click [OK] to exit Intel PROSet.
Page 157: Event Logs
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Event logs When AFT, ALB, or SFT is used, the following event logs will be generated (source: i ANSMiniport). table: Event log messages Type Message Information The primary adapter has been initialized: (Adapter name)
Page 158: Vlan
• Up to four VLANs whose "NetBIOS over TCP/IP" is enabled can be set in the whole system. • On a VLAN, only use TCP/IP protocols. • When LLC and the LNDFC protocols are installed by the Fujitsu communication control service, these protocols are bound (connected) unconditionally. Therefore, release the bind of VLAN and these protocols in the system where these protocols and VLAN are installed at the same time.
Page 159 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Specify [VLAN ID] and [VLAN Name]. Then click [OK]. The [VLAN ID] should be identical to the switch setting. 1 to 4094 can be specified. Any name can be specified as the [VLAN Name].
Page 160 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Select a LAN adapter to set up a VLAN and right-click it. A VLAN cannot be set to an adapter composing a team. Click [Add VLAN]. Specify [ID] and [Name]. Then click [OK]. The [ID] should be identical with the switch setting. The allowable range is 1 to 4094. The [Name] does not need to be identical with the switch setting.
Page 161: Local Address Setting
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 5.7.5 Local Address Setting Follow the steps below to specify a local address. For Windows Server 2008 Log on to the Server Blade with administrator privileges. Click [Start] – [Administrative Tools] – [Computer Management], select [Device Manager], and then double-click Network Adapter.
Page 162: Jumbo Frame
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.7.6 Jumbo Frame For Windows Server 2008 Gigabit Ethernet supports Jumbo Frame. When using Jumbo frame, construct the Jumbo frame network using only devices that support Jumbo frame, and apply the settings that will enable Jumbo frame. Configure setting for Jumbo frame according to the following procedures.
Page 163 Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools For stable PRIMERGY server operations, we recommend that high reliability tools be installed. This chapter explains the installation and necessary settings of high reliability tools. 6.1 RAID Management Tool ......164 6.2 Server Monitoring Tool [ServerView] .
Page 164: Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools
Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools 6.1 RAID Management Tool RAID Management Tool is software that performs array configuration, disk initialization and disk array monitoring. Refer to the manual in the Array Controller Document & Tool CD for installation procedures and use. For the manual of the SAS RAID Ctrl to be used, refer to "2.3.2 Notes on Configuring RAID"...
Page 165: Server Monitoring Tool [Serverview]
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 6.2 Server Monitoring Tool [ServerView] ServerView constantly monitors the status of the servers' hardware in the network and provides a console with which the administrator can check the status of all the servers at a glance. When using ServerView, the server hardware is monitored all the time.
Page 166: Installing Serverview
Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools Temperature monitoring ServerView monitors the temperature. In an environment where ServerView is not applied, the increased temperature inside the server, due to the fan problem described above, cannot be detected and the system stop cannot be prevented. In order to detect the problem, the server must reboot to run the BIOS Setup Utility or the Server Management Tools.
Page 167: Setting Required After Installation
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 6.2.2 Setting Required after Installation Perform necessary operations after ServerView installation referring to "2.4 Checking after Installation" in "ServerView User’s Guide". Boot monitoring setting We recommend enabling the "Boot Monitoring" function after ServerView is installed. For setting procedures and explanation on the function, refer to "[Restart Settings] Tab"...
Page 168: Maintenance Support Tool [Hrm/Server]
Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools 6.3 Maintenance Support Tool [HRM/server] HRM/server is software that supports quick and proper maintenance work to ensure stable system operation. 6.3.1 Installing HRM/server When installed using ServerStart If the OS is installed using ServerStart, HRM/server will be installed at once with the OS and other high reliability tools.
Page 169: Solving Problems Early [Dsnap]
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 6.4 Solving Problems Early [DSNAP] DSNAP is a tool for collectively acquiring failure investigation information such as server environment information. OS installation using ServerStart If the OS is installed using ServerStart, DSNAP is installed with the OS and other high reliability tools.
Page 170 Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools...
Page 171 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options This chapter explains how to install internal options on this Server Blade. 7.1 Before Installing Internal Options ....172 7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover .
Page 172: Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.1 Before Installing Internal Options The following types of internal options can be installed on this Server Blade. Expansion board Memory modules Expansion card slot module Internal hard disk units • When installing or removing internal options, make sure to remove the Server Blade from the Chassis.
Page 173 For secure use of PRIMERGY, use the product shown in the system configuration diagram when installing optional products (such as internal/external optionals and USB devices etc). Note that FUJITSU does not guarantee any server operations if any third party optional devices are used.
Page 174: Removing And Attaching The Top Cover
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover This section explains how to remove and attach the top cover. • When installing or removing the top cover, make sure to remove the Server Blade from the Chassis. Failure to do so may cause electric shock. For details on how to remove the Server Blade from the Chassis, refer to "BX600 S3 Blade Server System Unit Hardware Guide".
Page 175 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide How to attach the top cover To attach the top cover, simply reverse the removal procedures. Make sure that no tools or unnecessary components were left inside the Server Blade before attaching the top cover back into place.
Page 176: Installing A Cpu
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.3 Installing a CPU This Server Blade can have up to two CPUs by adding an optional CPU. • When installing or removing the CPU, make sure to remove the Server Blade from the Chassis. Failure to do so may cause electric shock. For details on how to remove the Server Blade from the Chassis, refer to "BX600 S3 Blade Server System Unit Hardware Guide".
Page 177: Available Cpus And Notes
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 7.3.2 Available CPUs and Notes Available CPUs The following optional CPU types can be used for this Server Blade. As the additional CPU(s), install CPUs of the same model. table: List of Available CPUs...
Page 178: How To Install A Cpu
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.3.3 How to Install a CPU Turn off the Server Blade. → "3.3 Turning Off the Server" in "BX600 S3 Blade Server System Unit Hardware Guide" Touch a metal part of the Chassis to discharge static electricity. Remove the Server Blade from the Chassis to install a CPU.
Page 179 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Release the socket lever and the CPU fastener. 1. Unhook the socket lever, and pull it up carefully. 2. Press the CPU fastener tab with an index finger to open the CPU fastener.
Page 180 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options Return the CPU fastener and the socket lever to their original positions, and fasten the CPU. 1. Close the CPU fastener. 2. Close the socket lever to fasten the CPU. Socket lever CPU fastener Attach the heat sink. Remove the grease cover on the back before attaching the heat sink.
Page 181: Defective Cpu Disconnection Function
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide How to remove a CPU To remove a CPU, simply reverse the installation procedures. 7.3.4 Defective CPU Disconnection Function This server is equipped with the defective CPU disconnection function. This function disconnects the CPU judged to be defective (abnormal) during Power On Self Test (POST) to start the server.
Page 182: Installing Memory Modules
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.4 Installing Memory Modules Additional memory will help to increase the amount of data to read at a time and improve the server processing capability. • When installing or removing the memory modules, make sure to remove the Server Blade from the Chassis.
Page 183: Location Of Memory Module Installation
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 7.4.1 Location of Memory Module Installation Install memory modules to the memory slots in the Server Blade. Each memory bank consists of slot 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, and 7/8 on this Server Blade. To add more memory, install memory modules in pairs, each having the same capacity, to the corresponding slots in the sequence of Bank 1, Bank 2, Bank 3, and Bank 4, in ascending order of their capacity.
Page 184 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options Notes on installing memory modules Identifying memory modules Make sure to install a pair of DIMMs, each having the same capacity. Check that the number beginning with "CA" (e.g., CA05946-E101) printed on the label is same on the two DIMMs. Be sure to use a pair of modules with the same number.
Page 185 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Memory redundancy function The memory redundancy function (memory mirroring function) can be set for this Server Blade. When the memory redundancy function is enabled, a mirrored set containing two identical memory banks is configured.
Page 186: How To Install/Remove Memory Module
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.4.3 How to Install/Remove Memory Module This section explains how to install and remove memory modules. Turn off the Server Blade. → "3.3 Turning Off the Server" in "BX600 S3 Blade Server System Unit Hardware Guide" Touch a metal part of the Chassis to discharge static electricity.
Page 187: Defective Memory Disconnection Function
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Install the Server Blade to the Chassis. → "4.2 Installing Server Blades/Storage Blades" in "BX600 S3 Blade Server System Unit Hardware Guide" 7.4.4 Defective Memory Disconnection Function This Server Blade is equipped with the defective memory (RAM module) disconnection function.
Page 188: Installing An Expansion Card
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.5 Installing an Expansion Card This Server Blade can be equipped with one expansion card using the expansion card slot module. This section explains the types of expansion card, installation procedures, and notes on expansion cards. •...
Page 189: Available Expansion Card Slot Modules/Expansion Cards And Notes
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 7.5.2 Available Expansion Card Slot Modules/Expansion Cards and Notes Available expansion card slot modules table: Available expansion card slot module Product name Model Remarks Expansion Card Slot Module 64bit 133MHz, PCI-X PG-CS103 Expansion Card Slot Module...
Page 190: How To Install An Expansion Card
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options Notes when adding an Expansion Card Slot Module When using an onboard array controller in this Server Blade and replacing the SAS module that is installed standardly with an Expansion Card Slot Module (PG-CS103/PG-CS104), initialization of the logical drive of the array controller may be performed after replacing the module.
Page 191 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Remove the slot cover of the expansion card slot module. Remove the screw, and remove the slot cover. Slot cover Screw Make sure to keep the removed slot cover for later use. Install the expansion card to the expansion card slot module.
Page 192 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options Install the expansion card slot module in the Server Blade. Insert the expansion card slot module in the connector for the expansion card slot module and close the cover to make sure that it is fully inserted. Expansion card slot module connector Cover...
Page 193 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide How to remove an expansion card To remove the expansion card, simply reverse the installation procedures.
Page 194: Installing An Expansion Board
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.6 Installing an Expansion Board One expansion board can be installed in this Server Blade. When the expansion board is installed, you can connect to external devices, etc. through the Network Blade. • When installing or removing an expansion board, make sure to remove the Server Blade from the Chassis.
Page 195: Available Expansion Boards
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 7.6.2 Available Expansion Boards The table below lists the expansion boards available on this Server Blade. table: Available Expansion Boards Product name Model PG-FCD201 4Gbit/s FC I/O Module (*1) 2Gbit/s FC I/O Module...
Page 196 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options Fix the expansion board using the screws supplied with the board. Screws Attach the top cover. "7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover" (pg.174) Install the Server Blade to the Chassis. → "4.2 Installing Server Blades/Storage Blades" in "BX600 S3 Blade Server System Unit Hardware Guide"...
Page 197: Installing An Internal Hard Disk Unit
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 7.7 Installing an Internal Hard Disk Unit This section explains how to install internal hard disk units. • When installing or removing the units, make sure to remove the Server Blade from the Chassis. Failure to do so may cause electric shock.
Page 198: Location Of Internal Hard Disk Units Installation
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.7.1 Location of Internal Hard Disk Units Installation Install the internal hard disk unit in the order of bay numbers (1 – 2). [Server Blade (Front view)] 2.5-inch storage bay 2 2.5-inch storage bay 1 7.7.2 Available Internal Hard Disk Units and Notes Available internal hard disk units The following internal hard disk units can be installed in this Server Blade.
Page 199: How To Install The Internal Hard Disk Unit
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 7.7.3 How to Install the Internal Hard Disk Unit Turn off the Server Blade. → "3.3 Turning Off the Server" in "BX600 S3 Blade Server System Unit Hardware Guide" Touch a metal part of the Chassis to discharge static electricity.
Page 200: Replacing The Failed Internal Hard Disk Unit
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options How to remove the internal hard disk unit Turn off the Server Blade. → "3.3 Turning Off the Server" in "BX600 S3 Blade Server System Unit Hardware Guide" Touch a metal part of the Chassis to discharge static electricity. Remove the internal hard disk unit.
Page 201: Bios Setting With Expansion Card Installed
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 7.8 BIOS Setting with Expansion Card Installed In this Server Blade, the settings of the BIOS Setup Utility must be changed according to installation conditions when installing the following expansion boards or cards.
Page 202: Connection Examples Of An External Option Device
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.9 Connection Examples of an External Option Device This section explains the connection modes of external optional devices. 7.9.1 Connection of a Backup Cabinet Connect the backup cabinet to the SCSI card installed in the expansion card slot module. The following shows a connection example: Internal hard disk units Chassis...
Page 203: Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/ Utilities This chapter explains how to make the environment settings necessary to operate the Server Blade. 8.1 Switch Block Settings ......204 8.2 BIOS Setup Utility .
Page 204: Switch Block Settings
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.1 Switch Block Settings This section explains how to set the switch block. • When setting the switch block, be sure to turn the Server Blade off, and then remove the Server Blade from the Chassis. Failure to do so may cause electric shock.
Page 205: Bios Setup Utility
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 8.2 BIOS Setup Utility This section explains settings for the BIOS Setup Utility and items regarding each setting. 8.2.1 Starting and Exiting the BIOS Setup Utility The following explains how to start and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
Page 206 Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities Key operations with the BIOS Setup Utility The roles of the keys used for setting the BIOS Setup Utility are as follows: table: List of Key Operations on the BIOS Setup Utility Window Role [F1] Displays help information. [Esc] When a submenu window is displayed, exits it and returns to the previous menu.
Page 207 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Use the [↑] [↓] keys to select the exit mode. To save configuration changes before exiting: Move the cursor to [Save Changes and Exit] and press the [Enter] key. The message "Save configuration changes and exit setup?" is displayed.
Page 208: Main Menu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.2.2 Main Menu The [Main] menu window is initially displayed when you start the BIOS Setup Utility. Settings for time and date and for the drives are configured in the [Main] menu window. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Security...
Page 209: Advanced Menu
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 8.2.3 Advanced Menu This menu configures the server management and peripheral devices. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit Exit Advanced Settings Configure the MP Specification revision level. Some operating WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections systems will require may cause system to malfunction.
Page 210: Peripheral Configuration Submenu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.2.4 Peripheral Configuration Submenu This submenu appears when [Peripheral Configuration] is selected from the Advanced menu. It configures a serial port. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit Allows BIOS to Select Peripheral Configuration Serial Port1 Base Addresses.
Page 211: Usb Configuration Submenu
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide USB Configuration Submenu table: Items on the USB Configuration Submenu Item Setting Description Module Version Displays the USB code version of the AMI BIOS. USB Devices Enabled Displays the number of the connected USB devices.
Page 212: Pci Configuration Submenu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.2.5 PCI Configuration Submenu This submenu appears when [PCI Configuration] is selected from the Advanced menu. It configures the PCI device. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Exit Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit Has to be enabled, for PCI Configuration booting from internal SATA or SAS- Hard Disk...
Page 213: Cpu Configuration Submenu
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 8.2.6 CPU Configuration Submenu This submenu appears when [CPU Configuration] is selected from the Advanced menu. It configures CPU settings. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit Exit This should be enabled...
Page 214: Security Menu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.2.7 Security Menu This menu configures the security features. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit Install or Change the Security Settings password. Supervisor Password :Not Installed User Password :Not Installed Change Supervisor Password Change User Password Select Screen Select Item...
Page 215 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide table: Items on the Security Menu Item Setting Description Supervisor Password Lock • Standard (Initial value) Set the scope protected by the setup password. • Extended This item appears when [Supervisor Password] or...
Page 216: Server Menu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.2.8 Server Menu This menu configures memory and CPU. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit Exit Wait for F1 Server Configuration key to be Post Errors [Enabled] pressed if error occurs. ASR&R CPU Status Memory Status Console Redirection System Information...
Page 217: Asr&R Submenu
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 8.2.9 ASR&R Submenu This submenu appears when [ASR&R] is selected from the Server menu. It configures ASR&R settings. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit Exit Enable/Disable OS ASR&R Boot Watchdog Timer...
Page 218 Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities table: Items on the ASR&R Submenu Item Setting Description OS Boot Watchdog Timer • Disabled (Initial value) Sets whether to enable or disable the OS Boot • Enabled Monitoring function, when ServerView is installed to the OS. If for some reason booting the operating system is interrupted when this function is enabled, the system will automatically restart.
Page 219 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide table: Items on the ASR&R Submenu Item Setting Description Boot Retry Counter • No Retry Sets the maximum number of retries to boot the • Retry1 time operating system within the range of 0 to 7.
Page 220: Cpu Status Submenu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.2.10 CPU Status Submenu This submenu appears when [CPU Status] is selected from the Server menu. It configures CPU status setting. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit Exit If a CPU is failed but CPU Status equipped, the Service * CPU1 Status:...
Page 221: Memory Status Submenu
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 8.2.11 Memory Status Submenu This submenu appears when [Memory Status] is selected from the Server menu. It configures the memory setting. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit Exit If enabled the whole...
Page 222: Console Redirection Submenu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.2.12 Console Redirection Submenu This submenu appears when [Console Redirection] is selected from the Server menu. It configures detailed settings for console redirection. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit Exit Console Redirection Com Port Address [On-board COM A] Protocol [ANSI]...
Page 223: System Information Submenu
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 8.2.13 System Information Submenu This submenu appears when [System Information] is selected from the Server menu. It configures System Information setting. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit Exit System Information Manufacturer:Intel Brand String:Genuine Intel(R) CPU 3.00GHz...
Page 224: Boot Menu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.2.14 Boot Menu This menu sets OS startup options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit Select Power-on state Boot Settings for Numlock. Bootup Num-Lock [On] Boot Device Priority Hard Disk Drives Select Screen Select Item Change Option Select Field...
Page 225: Boot Device Priority Submenu
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 8.2.15 Boot Device Priority Submenu This submenu appears when [Boot Device Priority] is selected from the Boot menu. It sets from which drive and in which order the OS should be read. BIOS SETUP UTILITY...
Page 226: Exit Menu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.2.16 Exit Menu This menu exits the BIOS Setup Utility. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit Exit Options Exit system setup after saving the Save Changes and Exit changes. Discard Changes and Exit Load Previous Value F10 key can be used for this operation.
Page 227: Operation And Maintenance
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance This chapter explains the maintenance to be performed after server operations start. 9.1 Daily Maintenance ......228 9.2 Troubleshooting .
Page 228: Chapter 9 Operation And Maintenance
9.1 Daily Maintenance This section explains how to perform maintenance during operations. PRIMERGY information For the latest information on PRIMERGY, update modules, drivers and the software, refer to the Fujitsu PRIMERGY website. http://www.fujitsu.com/global/services/computing/server/ia/driver/ Regarding BIOS and firmware, contact to Fujitsu Support Office. Refer to the following website.
Page 229: Troubleshooting
When contacting an office listed in the "Contact Information" of the "Start Guide", "9.8.2 Contacting Maintenance Support" ( pg.259) and collect the required information. PRIMERGY information For the latest information on PRIMERGY, update modules, drivers and the software, refer to the Fujitsu PRIMERGY website. http://www.fujitsu.com/global/services/computing/server/ia/driver/ Regarding BIOS and firmware, contact to Fujitsu Support Office.
Page 230: Server Blade
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance Server Blade The Server Blade will not turn on, or the power LED on the front of the Server Blade does not light up • Check whether the Server Blade is securely installed in the Server Blade slot of the Chassis. •...
Page 231 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide There are problems accessing the management interface The management interface of the switch board can be accessed from anywhere in the connected network using Telnet, Web browser, or SNMP-based network management software. If there are problems accessing the management interface, check the following.
Page 232 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance Display The display will not turn on Check to see whether the power cable of the display is properly connected to the outlet. For instructions on connecting the power cable, refer to the "Start Guide" as well as the manual of the display.
Page 233: Floppy Disk Drive
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Floppy disk drive Cannot read or write to the floppy disk Prolonged use of the floppy disk drive accumulates dust on the device head (the part which reads/writes data). A dirty head can impair the ability to read/write data to/from a floppy disk correctly.
Page 234: Error Messages
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.2.2 Error Messages This section explains the error messages for this server. POST error messages If an error occurs during Power On Self Test, a device check performed during the server startup, (POST), deal with it according to the following table. When checking/changing the settings of the BIOS Setup Utility, refer to "8.2 BIOS Setup Utility"...
Page 235 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide table: List of POST Error Messages Message Contents and troubleshooting NVRAM Checksum Bad, NVRAM Cleared A NVRAM checksum error has occurred. Replace the Server Blade. Contact an office listed in the "Contact Information" of the "Start Guide".
Page 236: Server Management Tools Error Messages
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance table: List of POST Error Messages Message Contents and troubleshooting Warning:Memory Mirror Feature could not be Since the memory configuration is invalid, the memory enabled. redundancy function is not available. When using the memory redundancy function, check that two or more even numbers of memory banks of the same size are installed.
Page 237 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide table: Server Management Tools: List of Error Messages Message Description Other messages Contact an office listed in the "Contact Information" of the "Start Guide".
Page 238: Software Troubleshooting
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.2.3 Software Troubleshooting This section explains software-related troubleshooting. For troubles during OS installation or system operation, refer to the following contents. Trouble at a ServerStart startup After a boot from PRIMERGY Startup Disc, nothing is displayed on the screen.
Page 239 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Application software which uses tftp client function (tftp.exe) does not operate properly For the system on which Windows Server 2003 is installed, since the tftp client function (tftp.exe) is not installed by default, and application software which uses the tftp client function (tftp.exe) does not operate properly.
Page 240 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance This error results from that the LAN driver for the network adapter recognized immediately after the OS installation is not updated. Clicking [Finish] in this window displays the [Help and Support Center] window. Click [X] to close this window.
Page 241 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Collecting memory dump to other than the system drive If the memory dump is set to be collected to the system drive (C:\), change the settings so that the memory dump can be saved to a drive other than the system drive. For setting procedures, refer to "5.1 Memory Dump/Paging File Setting"...
Page 242 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance Time display in Linux OS environment Difference in time between the OS and the hardware clock Since the software clock on OS is employed but not the hardware clock functioned in the server for time display in Linux environment, time -lag may occur between the OS and the hardware clock.
Page 243: System Event Log
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 9.3 System Event Log To operate system event log, use Server Management Tools This section explains how to use Server Management Tools. The server settings are set so that when the System event log area in the server becomes full a new event log is automatically written over the old log areas.
Page 244: Starting And Exiting Server Management Tools
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.3.2 Starting and Exiting Server Management Tools The steps for starting and exiting Server Management Tools are as follows: Preparation for using Server Management Tools To use Server Management Tools, prepare the "Server Management Tools" disk of the server at hand. Use the Display/USB Extension Cable to connect to the floppy disk drive to the Server Blade.
Page 245: Key Operations
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide When the DOS prompt window appears, enter the following command and press the [Enter] key. Enter the following command and press the [Enter] key. A:\>ipmiview Server Management Tools menu appears. FUJITSU SIEMENS IPMI-Tool - Vn.nn...
Page 246: Viewing/Saving/Deleting The System Event Log
Starting the [SYSTEM EVENT LOG (SEL)] window Start Server Management Tools. Select [System Event Log (SEL)], and press the [Enter] key. The [SYSTEM EVENT LOG (SEL)] window appears. FUJITSU SIEMENS SYSTEM EVENT LOG (SEL) COMPUTERS 004 MMM-DD-YYYY HH:MM:SS [*****] ****************************************...
Page 247 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Deleting logs When number of system event logs reaches the maximum (254 logs), the oldest log is overwritten with the newest log. Periodically start Server Management Tools to check the system event log and save/delete logs as necessary.
Page 248: Security
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.4 Security Security features are provided in order to protect the Server Blade hardware and software resources from theft. Additional security functions against unauthorized use provided by the BIOS Setup Utility, etc. are also available to help maintain a highly reliable data security system.
Page 249: Setting A Password
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Setting a password Start the BIOS Setup Utility. "8.2.1 Starting and Exiting the BIOS Setup Utility" (pg.205) Use the [←] [→] keys to select [Security] from the [Main] menu and press the [Enter] key.
Page 250: Security When Disposing Of The Server
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance The system shuts down after three invalid password entries. If this happens, turn off the Server Blade, turn it back on, and then enter the correct password. If you forgot your password and cannot start the Server Blade, clear the CMOS with the switch block on the Server Blade to delete the password.
Page 251: Backup
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 9.5 Backup This Server Blade utilizes high reliability components and hard disks, however, as a precautionary measure, it is recommended that periodic backups be made of the data. 9.5.1 Importance of Backups If the data on the server is backed up, it can be restored from the backup data in the event of data corruption in hard disk units due to hardware failures or operational errors.
Page 252 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance Notes on operating backups Notes on using backups are as follows. For details, refer to the device manuals. Head cleaning Airborne dust and dust from the magnetic media can collect on the head of the magnetic tape device. To remove this dust, head cleaning must be implemented.
Page 253 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Ejecting media after backup Some backup software products provide functions for ejecting media after backup is completed. Such functions will rewind the tape after backup is completed and then eject the media from the drive.
Page 254: Restoring The System
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.6 Restoring the system If the system is damaged, use the backup data created after the installation to restore the system. Backup data for system recovery must be created in advance. For the procedure for creating it, refer to "5.2 Creating Backup Data for System Recovery"...
Page 255 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Click [Repair your computer] displayed in the bottom left of the window. Click [Windows Complete PC Restore]. When using a shared folder to restore the system, the message [Valid location for backup cannot be found.] is displayed.
Page 256: For Windows Server 2003
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance Click [Finish]. The restoration start window appears. Check the checkbox, and click [OK]. System restoration starts. After the restoration has completed, the system is automatically rebooted. After rebooting, the system is restored using the backup data. For operation with a BitLocker drive encryption set, perform the encryption settings again after the system restoration.
Page 257: Reinstalling The Os
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 9.7 Reinstalling the OS This section explains the procedure for reinstalling the OS. 9.7.1 Checking before OS Reinstallation Deletion of data from the disk Reinstallation deletes all disk contents. Save the necessary data and system configuration in a different location.
Page 258: Maintenance Service
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.8 Maintenance Service This section explains the details of the maintenance service. If the cause of the failure is uncertain or if the original condition cannot be restored, contact an office listed in the "Contact Information". For details about contact information, refer to the "Start Guide".
Page 259: Contacting Maintenance Support
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide 9.8.2 Contacting Maintenance Support Before contacting maintenance support, check the following. Fill in the "Configuration Sheet" and "Accident Sheet" of "Configuration Sheets". Item • Model name and product ID of the Chassis They are indicated on the label on the Chassis. For the label location, refer to the "Start Guide".
Page 260: Maintenance & Notes
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.9 Maintenance & Notes This section explains the details of the maintenance & notes. 9.9.1 Operations after Replacement of a SAS Module or an Expansion Card Slot Module If the SAS module or the expansion card slot module is replaced due to an error when the array controller function is used for this Server Blade, the logical drive of the array controller is initialized again after replacement.
Page 261: Appendix
Appendix This appendix explains the specifications for the server and internal options. It also covers how to recycle the products. A Server Blade Specifications ..... . . 262 B Specifications for Internal Options .
Page 262: A Server Blade Specifications
Appendix Server Blade Specifications This section explains the specifications for the Server Blade. table: Server Blade Specifications Item Functions and Specifications Product Name PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade Type Diskless type PGUX624CA2 PGUX624EA Product ID Chipset Intel 5000P + ESB2 Standard Dual Core Intel®...
Page 263 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide table: Server Blade Specifications Item Functions and Specifications Keyboard/Mouse/ Optional (Connect to the Chassis) Display Internal clock precision ± 2 to 3 minutes/month Input voltage DC 12V (During operation) / DC 5V (During standby)
Page 264: B Specifications For Internal Options
Appendix Specifications for Internal Options This section explains the specifications and packaged items of internal options for the Server Blade. When you have bought an internal option as a standard option, check the contents of each optional package before use. Should it happen that items are missing, contact an office listed in the "Contact Information"...
Page 265: Memory Specifications
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Memory Specifications Package • RAM modules (2) Specifications table: Memory Specifications Item Functions and Specifications Product name Memory Module-1GB Memory Module-2GB Memory Module-4GB Memory Module-8GB Product ID PG-RM1CJ PG-RM2CJ PG-RM4CJ PG-RM8CJ 512MB DDR2 667 FBD...
Page 266: Expansion Card Slot Module Specifications
Appendix Expansion Card Slot Module Specifications Package • Expansion card slot module (1) Specifications table: Expansion card slot module specifications Item Contents Product name Expansion Card Slot Module Product ID PG-CS103 PG-CS104 PCI-X (64-bit 133MHz) × 1 PCI-Express (x4) × 1 PCI slot 40 ×...
Page 267: C External Floppy Disk Drive (Usb) Notes On Usage
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide External Floppy Disk Drive (USB) Notes on Usage The section explains notes on the usage of USB connected floppy disk drive. Notes on floppy disk drive recognition at server startup If the floppy disk drive (USB), with a floppy disk inserted, is not connected at server startup, BIOS cannot recognize the floppy disk drive (USB).
Page 268: D About Switch Blade (Pg-Sw107) Connection
Appendix About Switch Blade (PG-SW107) Connection Explanation about connecting this Server Blade's onboard LAN to BX600 Switch Blade (PG-SW107) and LAN number relation. table: Relation of connection when installing a Switch Blade (PG-SW107) Network blade LAN number Server blade slot Address Slot Port...
Page 269 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide table: Relation of connection when installing a Switch Blade (PG-SW107) Network blade LAN number Server blade slot Address Slot Port Physical Web-UI BIOS NET1 No.1 NIC1 LAN1 NET2 No.2 NIC2 LAN2 Small NET1 No.3...
Page 270 Appendix This Server Blade's onboard LAN has 6 ports, the sequence depends on the OS or manner the LAN driver was installed. When planning a network, pay attention to the LAN numbers, device names in the OS, and local area connection names above. If the OS is Windows, the MAC address, device name, and local connection name can be checked with the "ipconfig /all"...
Page 271: E Recycling
PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Recycling This section explains how to recycle this server. Disposing of the server When scrapping this server, contact an office listed in the "Contact Information" of "Start Guide". This server must be disposed of as industrial waste.
Page 272 Appendix...
Page 273 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Index Advanced Menu ....209 Defective CPU Disconnection Function . . .181 Application wizard Defective Memory Disconnection Function .187...
Page 274 Hard disk status LED ....27 Memory Dump ....100, 240 High Reliability Tools .
Page 275 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade User’s Guide Release latch ..... . . 27 Types of internal options ....172 Restoring the system Windows Server 2003 .
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Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX620 S4 User Manual

Chapter 3 Os Installation Using Serverstart

Chapter 1 Overview

Chapter 2 Checking before os Installation

Chapter 4 Manual os Installation

Chapter 5 Operations after os Installation

Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools

Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options

Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities

Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance

Appendix

Quick Links

Troubleshooting

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