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N8800-048E/049E
NEC Express5800/320Lb/320Lb-R
User's Guide
1st Edition
10-2004
856-124161-901-A

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  • Page 1 N8800-048E/049E NEC Express5800/320Lb/320Lb-R User's Guide 1st Edition 10-2004 856-124161-901-A...
  • Page 2 The NEC product(s) discussed in this document are warranted in accordance with the terms of the Warranty Statement accompanying each product. However, actual performance of each such product is dependent upon factors such as system configuration, customer data, and operator control.
  • Page 3 Keep this User's Guide handy for quick reference when necessary. To use NEC Express5800 Series safely, follow the instructions in this User's Guide. This guide explains components that pose a danger, types of dangers, and actions taken to prevent them; such components are labeled warning.
  • Page 4 Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the equipment. Otherwise, there is a risk of an electric shock or fire. Mandatory actions Unplug the server. Otherwise, there is a risk of an electric shock or fire. Indicates a general action to take that is not defined herein. Make sure to follow the instructions.
  • Page 5 NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 6 Corporation in the United States. ROM-DOS is a trademark of Datalight, Inc. Most of the software used for this server can be redistributed freely under the terms of the BSD Copyright and the GNU Public License. However, some software requires permissions for redistribution as the owners have ownership.

  • Page 7: Preface

    (5) NEC assumes no liability arising from the use of this product, nor any liability for incidental or consequential damage arising from the use of this manual regardless of (4) above.

  • Page 8: About This User's Guide

    This chapter describes how to make settings of built-in basic input/output system. It also describes factory-shipped parameters. Chapter 5 Installing and Using Utilities This chapter describes features and operating procedures of a standard utility “NEC EXPRESSBUILDER.” It also describes procedures to install and operate various software programs contained in its CD-ROM.
  • Page 9 Keep the accessories in a safe place. You will need them when you perform setup, addition of options, or replacement of failed components. To check NEC EXPRESSBUILDER components, see the attached list. Be sure to fill out and mail the software registration card that is attached to your operating system.
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  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    POST Check...2-32 Floppy Disk Drive...2-35 CD-ROM Drive...2-37 Chapter 3 Linux Setup and Operation ... 3-1 HARD DISK CONFIGURATIONS THAT CAN BE BUILT ON THE NEC Express5800/ft series ...3-2 REPLACING 3.5-INCH HARD DISK DRIVE ...3-4 How to Locate Failed Disks ...3-4...
  • Page 12 NEC ESMPRO Agent... 5-18 NEC ESMPRO Manager ... 5-23 Maintenance of NEC Express5800/ft series ... 5-36 NEC MWA ∼ MANAGEMENT WORKSTATION APPLICATION ∼ ... 5-56 Servers to be remotely managed by MWA ... 5-56 Remote Management Configuration for the Server without Console... 5-57 Chapter 6 Maintenance...
  • Page 13 Error Notification by BEEP ...7-20 Linux Error Messages ...7-21 Server Management Application Error Message...7-23 SOLVING PROBLEMS ...7-24 Problems with NEC Express5800/ft series...7-24 Event Log ...7-31 Problems with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER ...7-32 Problems with Master Control Menu ...7-34 Problems with NEC ESMPRO...7-35 COLLECTION OF TROUBLE LOGS ...7-36...
  • Page 14 viii Setup of Optional PCI Board... 8-43 Appendix A Specifications ... A-1 Appendix B I/O Port Address... B-1...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Precautions For Use

    Chapter 1 Precautions for Use This chapter includes information necessary for proper and safe operation of the server.

  • Page 16: Warning Labels

    WARNING LABELS Warning labels are placed in certain parts of the system so that the user stays alert to possible risks (Do not remove or damage these labels). If some label is missing, about to peel off, or illegible, contact your sales agent. The figures below show locations of the labels on tower model and rack-mount model servers.
  • Page 17 Label A Label B Label C Label D Label E...

  • Page 18: Rack-Mount Model

    Rack-mount Model Label A Label B Label C Label D Label E...
  • Page 19 Label A Label B Label C Label D Label E...

  • Page 20: Pci/Cpu Modules

    PCI/CPU Modules PCI Module Label A External View Label B Internal View CPU Module Label A External View...
  • Page 21 Label B Internal View Label A Label B...

  • Page 22: Precautions For Safety

    NEC assumes no liability for any accidents or damage to physical assets resulting from the use of this equipment in such systems or facilities.
  • Page 23 CAUTION Prevent water or foreign objects from getting into the equipment. Do not let water or foreign objects (e.g., pins or paper clips) enter the equipment. There is a risk of a fire, electric shock, and breakdown. When such things accidentally enter the equipment, immediately turn off the power and unplug the cord.

  • Page 24: Use Of Power Supply And Power Cord

    Do not use nonconforming power cords. Use the power cords specified by NEC. If the rated current is exceeded, there is a risk of a fire. You also have to observe the following prohibitions to prevent damage to the cords.

  • Page 25: Installation, Relocation, Storage And Connection

    Installation, Relocation, Storage and Connection Disconnect the power cord(s) before installing or removing the equipment. Be sure to power off the equipment and unplug its power cords from the wall outlet before installation/relocation. All voltage is removed only when the power cords are unplugged.
  • Page 26 Do not use any non-designated interface cable. Use only interface cables designated by NEC; identify which component or connector to attach beforehand. If you use a wrong cable or make a wrong connection, there is a risk of short-circuit that could lead to a fire.

  • Page 27: Cleaning And Handling Of Internal Devices

    Disconnect the power plug before cleaning the server. Make sure to power off the server and disconnect the power plug from a power outlet before cleaning or installing/removing internal optional devices. Touching any internal device of the server with its power cord connected to a power source may cause an electric shock even of the server is off-powered.

  • Page 28: During Operation

    Do not place any object on top of the server. The server may fall down to cause damage to physical assets. Do not leave the CD tray ejected. Dust may get in the equipment to cause malfunction. The ejected tray may also become a cause of injuries.

  • Page 29: Rack-Mount Model

    1-15 Rack-mount Model CAUTION Do not attempt to install the server yourself. To avoid a risk of injuries, users should not attempt to install the equipment into a rack. Installation should be performed by trained maintenance personnel. < For Maintenance Personnel Only >...

  • Page 30: For Proper Operation

    Before turning off the power or ejecting a disk, make sure that the access LED is off. When you have just turned off the power, wait at least 30 seconds before turning it on again. Once you have turned on the server, do not turn it off until the "NEC" logo appears on the screen.
  • Page 31 It is recommended to use NEC's genuine option products. Some competitors’ products are compatible with this server. However, servicing for trouble or damage resulting from such a product will be charged even within the warranty period.

  • Page 32: Transfer To Third Party

    You are strongly recommended to buy a special type of software or service to avoid such trouble. For details, contact your sales agent. NEC shall not be accountable for such data leakage caused by your failure to take necessary measures.

  • Page 33: Disposal Of Equipment And Consumables

    DISPOSAL OF EQUIPMENT AND CONSUMABLES When you dispose of the main unit, hard disk drive, floppy disks, CD-ROMs, optional boards, etc., you need to observe your local disposal rules. For details, ask your municipal office. For disposal (or replacement) of batteries on the motherboard, IMPORTANT: consult with your sales agent.

  • Page 34: If System Trouble Is Suspected

    Use a commercially available anti-virus program to check the server. If the problem isn’t solved by the above actions, stop using the server and consult with your sales agent. In this case, check LED indications of the server and alarm indications on the display, which will serve as helpful information at the time of repair.
  • Page 35 1-21 Advice for Your Health Prolonged use of a computer may affect your health. Keep in mind the following to reduce stresses on your body: Sit in a good posture Sit on your chair with your back straight. If the desk height is appropriate, you will slightly look down at the screen and your forearms will be parallel to the floor.
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  • Page 37: Chapter 2 General Description

    Chapter 2 General Description This chapter describes what you need to know to use the NEC Express5800/ft series. Refer to this chapter when you want to know about certain components and how to operate them.

  • Page 38: Standard Features

    POWER switch mask AC-LINK feature Consoleless feature Self-diagnosis Power On Self-Test (POST) Test and Diagnosis (T&D) Utility Maintainability Off-line Maintenance Utility Easy and Fine Setup NEC EXPRESSBUILDER (system setup utility) SETUP (BIOS setup utility) Fast!UTIL (SCSI device utility)
  • Page 39 NEC Express5800/ft series detects status changes, errors and other events and notifies the user of these events. If you use an alarm notification tool, you can configure NEC Express5800/ft series to notify you when certain events occur.
  • Page 40 NEC Express5800/ft series automatically maintains data as the current data. Automatic detection and notification of faults NEC Express5800/ft series detects and sorts out all events such as general status changes and faults, and notifies Syslog of these events. Transparent migration NEC Express5800/ft series constantly monitors events.
  • Page 41 ESMPRO can be used both locally and remotely on work station PCs or server PCs. syslog function When troubles etc., are detected on NEC Express5800/ft series, they will be recorded in syslog. In-service repairing You can repair or replace a failed module even if NEC Express5800/ft series is operating.

  • Page 42: Names And Functions Of Components

    NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF COMPONENTS Names and functions of components are shown below: Front View Tower model Rack-mount model...
  • Page 43 Front bezel A door that covers internal components. You can lock it with the included security key. Key slot Insert the security key in this slot to unlock the front bezel. Stabilizers Parts for stabilizing a tower-model unit. Casters Wheels for moving a tower-model unit. BMC status LED See “LEDs”...

  • Page 44: Front View (Inside)

    Front View (inside) Tower model Rack-mount model...

  • Page 45: Cd- Rom Drive

    PCI module (for group 1) A module that includes a PCI board and LAN controller. PCI module (for group 2) A module that includes a PCI board and LAN controller. CPU module (for group 1) A module that includes a CPU (processor) and memory (DIMM). CPU module (for group 2) A module that includes a CPU (processor) and memory (DIMM).

  • Page 46: Rear View

    2-10 Rear View CPU module (for Group2) PCI module (for Group1) PCI module (for Group2) CPU module (for Group1) CPU module (for Group2) CPU module (for Group1) PCI module (for Group2) Tower model Rack-mount model PCI module (for Group1)
  • Page 47 Serial port A connector Connected to a device that has a serial interface. For maintenance use only. AC inlet B (for Group1) PC socket for plugging a power cord (for Group1). If you desire to make the PCI module for Group1 primary, use this inlet to connect the power cord first.

  • Page 48: Cpu Module

    2-12 CPU Module Group 1 and group 2 have the same configuration. Module handle Cooling fan CPU module board CPU socket #2 (additional) AC inlet (in the back) Backpanel connector (in the back) CPU socket #1 (standard) DIMM Power unit Power backboard...
  • Page 49 Group 1 and group 2 have the same configuration Cooling fan connector LED connector Power connector CPU socket #2 CPU socket #1 DIMM sockets (Slots #1 to #6 from left. Add memory modules in pairs: #1 and #2, #3 and #4, #5 and #6.) *This section only describes connectors that are used for replacing parts or upgrading.

  • Page 50: Pci Module

    2-14 PCI Module Group 1 and group 2 have the same configuration. Cooling fan Power unit AC inlet (in the back) The AC cable in the module which is connected to the AC inlet cannot be used for other purposes. Backpanel connector (in the back) PCI module board Video board...

  • Page 51: Chassis Board Layout

    Group 1 and group 2 have the same configuration. SCSI connector (external) Configuration jumper pin Battery (lithium battery) Cooling fan connector Power connector IDE connector Power switch connector LED connector SCSI connector (internal) Chassis Board Layout Rack-mount model Backplane Clock board PCI module board Back panel Interface board...

  • Page 52: Leds

    The table below shows indications of the BMC Status LED and their meanings. TIPS: If the server has the NEC ESMPRO or Off-line Maintenance Utility installed, you can view the error log to identify the cause of a trouble. When you want to restart the server, perform a shutdown if the OS allows you to shut down the system.
  • Page 53 LED indications Description Primary Secondary Amber Detected a fatal temperature error. Detected a fatal voltage error. Amber Detected a temperature (blinking error to be warned. every 1 second) Detected a voltage error to be warned. Detected a device defect. Detected a fan alarm. BMC is being dumped.
  • Page 54 2-18 LED indications Description Primary Secondary BMC is being dumped. Both BMCs are out of order. *1 The status of green, green (blinking every second), amber, amber (blinking every second), or off. Action Wait for a while. After a while, the BMC status LED on the primary will go off.
  • Page 55 PCI Module Status LEDs 1/2 Disk Access LED The PCI module has three LEDs. Combined, the three LEDs show the status of the PCI modules and hard disks. See “NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF COMPONENTS” (page 2-6) for the locations of LEDs. (1) Status LED 1 of both PCI modules are off PCI#1 PCI#2...
  • Page 56 2-20 PCI#1 PCI#2 Status DISK Status DISK LED 2 Access LED 2 Access Green Green/ Amber Green/ Amber Green/ Green Green/ Amber Amber Green Green/ Off* Green Green/ Amber Amber Off* * DISK ACCESS LED illuminates green when hard disk is accessed. When the Status LED 1 is off, the colors of the Status LED 2 indicate the followings.
  • Page 57 Description The PCI module 1 is on Start the PCI module 1 from ft standby (The PCI server utility (See Chapter 5). module 1 has not been Remount the PCI module 1. powered on yet.) If the problem persists, The PCI module 2 contact your sales agent.
  • Page 58 Description The PCI module 2 is on Start the PCI module 2 from ft standby (The PCI server utility (See Chapter 5). module 2 has not been Remount the PCI module 2. powered on yet.) If the problem persists, The PCI module 1 contact your sales agent.
  • Page 59 The CPU module 2 is Start the CPU module 2 from ft on standby (The CPU server utility (See Chapter 5). Remount the CPU module 2. module 2 has not been If the problem persists, contact powered on yet.) your sales agent.
  • Page 60 2-24 CPU#1 CPU#2 Status Status Status Status LED1 LED2 LED1 LED2 Amber Green Green Green Green The CPU module 2 is Amber Amber Amber Amber Amber Amber When the Status LED 1 is off, the colors of the Status LED 2 indicate the followings. Tips: You must be careful especially when detaching modules.
  • Page 61 PCI Board Slot Status LEDs (P1, P2, P3) To show the status of PCI board slots, each PCI module has three status LEDs. Description indications PCI board is mounted correctly and operates in duplex mode. The PCI board is not mounted;...
  • Page 62 LED blinks in green when the number of accesses decreases, or if it is green when there are no accesses anymore. When you power on NEC Express5800/ft series and the access LEDs do not illuminate green, remount the hard disks.
  • Page 63 LAN Connector LEDs Two LAN ports (connectors) located in the back have two LEDs each. • 100/10 LED (LAN connector 2), 1000/100/10 LED (LAN connector 1) These LEDs show the transfer rate of the network that is being connected. LAN connector 1 LED indications 1000/100/10 Amber...

  • Page 64: Basic Operation

    The front bezel covers built-in components of the server such as the POWER switch, CD-ROM drive, and hard disks. The tower model server has a door-type bezel (it can also be detached). The rack-mount model server has a cover-like detachable bezel.
  • Page 65 Rack-mount Model The rack-mount model server is equipped with a detachable front bezel. Detach Follow the steps below to detach the front bezel: Insert the security key into the slot and turn it with a little pressure to release the lock.

  • Page 66: Power On

    2-30 Power ON To power on NEC Express5800/ft series, press the POWER switch located on the front panel. Follow the steps below to turn on the power. (A rack-mount model is shown here for convenience of explanation. However, the steps are the same for a tower model except that the modules are mounted vertically.)

  • Page 67: Power Off

    Power OFF Follow the steps below to turn off the power. If NEC Express5800/ft series is plugged to a UPS, see manuals included with the UPS or the application that controls the UPS. Perform a proper shutdown process from Linux for NEC Express5800/ft series.

  • Page 68: Post Check

    CPU modules, keyboard, mouse, etc. It also shows startup messages for various BIOS setup utilities. According to the factory default settings, the “NEC” logo appears on the display while POST is being performed. (To view POST’s details, press Esc.)
  • Page 69 Likewise, it may take about one minute for the screen to appear when the server is rebooted. Note that if you have replaced the PCI module, the server will perform a reset of the MAC address, then reboot itself before the memory check.
  • Page 70 While performing retries, the server displays or registers the error types. For details of error messages, see Chapter 7 “Troubleshooting.” POST Error Messages When the server detects an error during POST, it will notify you of the occurrence in the following manners: Displays an error message on the display unit.

  • Page 71: Floppy Disk Drive

    2DD floppy disk (720KB) Insert/Remove Floppy Disk Before inserting a floppy disk into the drive, make sure that NEC Express5800/ft series is on and that the drive’s USB cable is connected to the USB connector at the back of the server.
  • Page 72 Data loss could also be caused by faulty operation and computer trouble. To avoid such possible data loss, it is recommendable to back up important data regularly. (Be sure to make back-up copies of the disks that are included with NEC Express5800/ft series.)

  • Page 73: Cd-Rom Drive

    CD-ROM Drive NEC Express5800/ft series has a CD-ROM drive on the front panel. It is a device used to read data from a CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory). Compared to a floppy disk, a CD-ROM allows for larger volume and fast data readout.
  • Page 74 2-38 Use of CD-ROM Observe the following when you use a CD-ROM on NEC Express5800/ft series: As for a disk such as a noncompliant “copy-protected CD,” we shall not guarantee that you can use a CD player to play it with this server.

  • Page 75: Chapter 3 Linux Setup And Operation

    Chapter 3 Linux Setup and Operation This chapter describes setup procedures to make NEC Express5800/ft series ready for use.

  • Page 76: Hard Disk Configurations That Can Be Built On The Nec Express5800/Ft Series

    HARD DISK CONFIGURATIONS THAT CAN BE BUILT ON THE NEC Express5800/ft series In the NEC Express5800/ft series, all built-in disks need RAID configuration. Configure RAID 1 using software for the NEC Express5800/ft series. The hard disks on the same slot location of the PCI module configure RAID. In the following figure, disks in Slot 1, Slot 2 and Slot 3 of Group 1 are paired with disks in Slot 1, Slot 2 and Slot 3 of Group 2 respectively to configure RAID.
  • Page 77 Perform operations for built-in SCSI disks, such as mounting a disk, to devices (md) for RAID by software. With the standard configuration at the time of shipment, the SCSI disks are inserted to the slot 1 of the PCI modules for Group 1 and Group 2.

  • Page 78: Replacing 3.5-Inch Hard Disk Drive

    REPLACING 3.5-INCH HARD DISK DRIVE Follow the procedure below to remove the failed hard disk. If the hard disk fails, it should be replaced with new device with the server powered-on. How to Locate Failed Disks This section describes a procedure to locate failed disks.
  • Page 79 See the path information in [General Information] of [SCSI Slot (ID: 41/1)]. It shows that PCI module, SCSI adapter, and SCSI bus are 10, 5, and 0, respectively. This allows you to find that SCSI Slot (ID: 41/1) belongs to Group 1. SCSI slots under SCSI Enclosure (ID: 41) correspond to Group 1.

  • Page 80: Restoring Redundant Configuration Manually

    Restoring Redundant Configuration Manually This section describes procedure to change the built-in disk on which failures occurred and re-establish the dual configuration of hard disks. IMPORTANT: You need to log in the system as a root user to perform this operation. While recovery operation of RAID, the status of two disks configuring RAID become “RESYNCING”...
  • Page 81 <<Confirm that the disk is disconnected>> <<Confirm that the above status is SIMPLEX before exchanging the disk>> <<The following is an example of a RAID recovery procedure>>...
  • Page 82 <<Confirm that the duplication process is started >> <<Perform RESYNC to each md device. After a while, use the following command and check the status again.>> <<If each md device’s status is DUPLEX, disk duplication is completed.>>...
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  • Page 85: Chapter 4 System Configuration

    Chapter 4 System Configuration This chapter describes Basic Input Output System (BIOS) configuration. When you install the server for the first time or install/remove optional devices, thoroughly read this chapter for better understanding and correct setups.

  • Page 86: System Bios ~ Setup

    The server is configured with the correct parameters using the SETUP utility and shipped in the best conditions. Thus, you don't need to use the SETUP utility in most cases. However, you might wish to use the SETUP utility in the cases described below.

  • Page 87: Starting Setup Utility

    Starting SETUP Utility Powering on the server starts POST (Power On Self-Test) and displays its check results. If the NEC logo is displayed, press Esc. After a few seconds, either of the following messages appears at bottom left on the screen depending on your system configuration.

  • Page 88: Description Of On-Screen Items And Key Usage

    Description of On-Screen Items and Key Usage Use the following keyboard keys to work with the SETUP utility. (Key functions are also listed at the bottom of the screen.) Setup item menu Indicates there are submenus Explanation of key function menu Cursor (↑, ↓): Selects an item on the screen.

  • Page 89: Configuration Examples

    The following describes examples of configuration required to use software-link features or for system operations. Link with Management Software To use the management PC with "NEC MWA" installed for remote operations Remote operation via LAN Select [Advanced] → [Advanced] → [RomPilot Support] → [Enabled].
  • Page 90 To display POST check results Select [Advanced] → [Advanced] → [Boot-time Diagnostic Screen] → [Enabled]. You can also press Esc while the NEC log is on the screen to display POST check results. To control from the HW console Remote operation via LAN Select [Advanced] →...
  • Page 91 Memory To check the installed memory (DIMM) status Select [Advanced] → [Memory Information] and check the status indications. Saving the Configuration Data To save the BIOS configuration data Select [Exit] → [Save Changes & Exit] or [Save Changes]. To discard changes to the BIOS configuration data Select [Exit] →...

  • Page 92: Menu And Parameter Descriptions

    Menu and Parameter Descriptions The SETUP utility has the following six major menus: Main Advanced Security System Hardware Boot Exit To configure detailed settings of functions, select a submenu from the above menus. Below describes configurable functions and parameters and the factory settings displayed in the screen for each menu.
  • Page 93 Check the system clock once in a month. It is recommended to operate the system clock using a time server (NTP server) if it is installed on the system which requires high level of time accuracy. If the system clock becomes delayed or advanced remarkably as time passes even after system clock adjustment, contact your sales agent.
  • Page 94 4-10 Advanced Move the cursor onto "Advanced" to display the Advanced menu. Main Advanced Advanced Processor Information Memory Information Peripheral Configuration Monitoring Configuration Option ROM Keyboard Features F1 Help Select Item Esc Exit Select Menu There is no configurable items on the above Advanced menu screen. Display each sub menu and make settings on the sub menu screen.
  • Page 95 "RomPilot" is a BIOS feature for communications with the NEC Management TIPS: Workstation Application (NEC MWA). To use the NEC MWA for management of the server, select "Enabled" for "RomPilot Support.” Use of the RomPilot features requires setups for the NEC MWA.
  • Page 96 4-12 Processor Information Select "Processor Information" on the Advanced menu to display the following screen. Advanced Processor Information Processor 1 Type: xxxxxxxx Processor 2 Type: xxxxxxxx F1 Help Select Item Esc Exit Select Menu See the table below for setup options on the screen. Option Parameter Processor 1 Type...
  • Page 97 Memory Information Select "Memory Information" on the Advanced menu to display the following screen. See the table below for setup options on the screen. Option Parameter DIMM #1- #6 Size – DIMM #1- #6 Speed – Description Indicates the size of memory installed on DIMMs 1 (#1) to 6 (#6).

  • Page 98: Peripheral Configuration

    4-14 Peripheral Configuration Select "Peripheral Configuration" on the Advanced menu to display the following screen. Advanced Peripheral Configuration Serial Port A: [3F8, IRQ 4] Serial Port B: [2F8, IRQ 3] Help Select Item Esc Exit Select Menu See the table below for setup options on the screen. Make sure to avoid any conflict in the interrupt requests or the base I/O IMPORTANT: addresses.
  • Page 99 OS upon detection of an error. (For details, see “Behavior at Occurrence of Error” in Chapter 2.) Enable this function if NEC ESMPRO Agent is installed on the OS. Disable this function if NEC ESMPRO Agent is not installed or when you install the OS.

  • Page 100: Option Rom

    4-16 Option Parameter Description POST Pause 1 - [3] - 20 Specify the POST monitoring time period during Monitoring boot-up restriction. Time-out IMPORTANT: If you set a small value for "Boot Monitoring Time-out Period", you can shorten the waiting time to the rebooting. It is recommended to set a value of more than 3 minutes though smaller value setting is available when external devices are not used.
  • Page 101 See the table below for setup options on the screen. Option Parameter On Board SCSI Disabled [Enabled] On Board LAN 1, 2 Disabled [Enabled] PCI Slot 1 - PCI Slot 3 Disabled [Enabled] For the slot which you installed graphical accelerator board, do not specify IMPORTANT: “Disabled”.

  • Page 102: Keyboard Features

    4-18 Keyboard Features Select "Keyboard Features" on the Advanced menu to display the following screen. The NumLock submenu allows you to make keyboard settings. Advanced Keyboard Features NumLock: Key Click: Keyboard Auto-repeat Rate: Keyboard Auto-repeat Delay: F1 Help Select Item Esc Exit Select Menu See the table below for setup options on the screen.
  • Page 103 Security Move the cursor onto "Security" to display the Security menu. Main Advanced Supervisor Password is User Password is Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Password on boot: Power Switch Mask: Option ROM Menu Mask: Help Select Item Esc Exit Select Menu Select "Set Supervisor Password"...
  • Page 104 Power Switch [Unmasked] Enable or disable the POWER switch on the Mask server. If "Masked" is selected, power-off with the Masked POWER switch becomes unavailable after OS boot-up. (Forced shut down also becomes unavailable. Forced shut down is a feature to shut down by pressing the POWER switch for over four seconds.)
  • Page 105 Initialization Description Specify the AC LINK feature by selecting the status of the power supply unit of the server when the AC power supply restarts. (See the table on the next page for details.) Set maximum waiting time in second for AC-LINK.
  • Page 106 4-22 The table below lists how selections for "AC LINK" determine the power status of the server when the power supply to the server restarts. State before powered off In service Out of service (DC power: Off) Forced shutdown * Pressing the POWER switch for over four seconds shuts down the power to the server.
  • Page 107 See the table below for setup options on the screen. Option Parameter Wake On LAN Disabled [Enabled] You cannot use this feature on NEC Express5800/ft series (Linux model). IMPORTANT: Use the server without changing the factory settings. Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility S ystem H ardw are System Hardware...

  • Page 108: Console Redirection

    4-24 Console Redirection Select "Console Redirection" on the System Hardware menu and press Enter to display the following screen. Console Redirection Serial Port Address: [Disabled] Baud Rate: [19.2K] Flow Control: [XON/XOFF] Console Connection: [Direct] F1 Help Select Item Esc Exit Select Menu See the table below for setup options on the screen.
  • Page 109 See the table below for setup options on the screen. Option Parameter Size Start Address You cannot use this feature on NEC Express5800/ft series (Linux model). IMPORTANT: Use the server without changing the factory settings. Description Size of ft Memory is specified (MB)
  • Page 110 Esc Exit Select Menu The server searches for the boot device according to the order specified in this menu and use the software to boot the system if found. You can change the boot device order using ↑ or ↓ and + or –. Move the cursor to select the device by ↑...
  • Page 111 The following screen appears: Select "Yes" to save the current configuration data into the CMOS (non-volatile memory) and exit the SETUP utility. The server will automatically restart the system. Exit Without Saving Changes Select this option to discard the current configuration data and exit the SETUP utility.
  • Page 112 4-28 Get Default Value Select this option to restore all default values (factory-set values) of the SETUP utility. The following screen appears: Load default configuration now? Select "Yes" to restore default values. Select "No" to return to the Exit menu screen. The default value slightly differs from the factory-set value.

  • Page 113: Scsi Bios ~ Fast!Util

    The SCSI BIOS utility can be started by simple keystrokes during execution of POST without use of a special start disk. The SCSI BIOS built in the server is set to the optimum at the shipment. Accordingly, the SCSI BIOS may not be changed by using this utility.
  • Page 114 4-30 Start Procedure Start Fast!UTIL in the procedure below: Turn on the power of the server. The start message appears on a screen in the middle of POST. Press Q and Ctrl together. Fast!UTIL is started. Press these keys before message "QLogic Adapter using IRQ IMPORTANT: number x"...
  • Page 115 Select the proper adapter. The adapter "QLA12160 Ultra3 2000" is used for built-in hard disk. IMPORTANT: Do not select it. Highlight the displayed item with the cursor keys and press Enter. Adapter Type QLA12160 Ultra3 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx The display returns to "Fast!UTIL Options." The name of the selected host adapter appears at the upper left corner of the screen.

  • Page 116: Configuration Settings

    4-32 Configuration Settings If you select "Configuration Settings" from the "Fast!UTIL Options" menu, the screen for setting the configuration appears. Host Adapter Settings SCSI Device Settings SCSI Bus Settings Autoconfigure SCSI Device Selectable Boot Settings Restore Default Adapter Settings Raw Nvram Data Host Adapter Settings If you put the cursor on "Host Adapter Settings"...
  • Page 117 SCSI Device Settings If you put the cursor on "SCSI Device Settings" with keyboard cursors (↓ and ↑) in the "Configuration Settings" menu and press Enter, the screen for setting the information on the device connected to the host adapter appears. The table below shows the parameters of the setting items and their factory settings.
  • Page 118 4-34 SCSI Bus Settings If you put the cursor on "SCSI Bus Settings" with keyboard cursors (↓ and ↑) in the "Configuration Settings" menu and press Enter, the screen for setting the information on the SCSI bus of the host adapter appears.
  • Page 119 Selectable Boot Settings If you put the cursor on "Selectable Boot Settings" with keyboard cursors (↓ and ↑) in the "Configuration Settings" menu and press Enter, the screen for setting the information on the start from the device connected to the host adapter appears. Submenu item Parameter Selectable...

  • Page 120: Scan Scsi Bus

    4-36 Scan SCSI Bus If you select "Scan SCSI Bus" from the "Fast!UTIL Options" menu, the list of devices connected to each SCSI bus is displayed in the order of SCSI IDs. The information to be displayed includes the device manufacturer, product name and firmware revision. SCSI Disk Utility If you select "SCSI Disk Utility"...

  • Page 121: Exit Fast!Util ~ Termination And Storage Of Fast!Util

    Setting List for Optional SCSI Device If you add an optional SCSI device, do not change the factory settings of built-in SCSI controller. For information on optimal SCSI devices for NEC Express5800/ft series, contact your sales agent. Save Changes Do not save changes...

  • Page 122: Forced Shutdown And Clear

    4-38 FORCED SHUTDOWN AND CLEAR Read this section if your server does not operate as expected, or if you want to return all setup values to those made at shipment. Forced Shutdown Use this function when an OS command does not shut down the server, the POWER switch does not turn off the server, or resetting does not work.

  • Page 123: Clear Cmos / Password (Configuring Motherboard Jumpers)

    Clearing the CMOS data restores the factory settings. To clear passwords or CMOS data, power off the server. To clear passwords or the CMOS data, use the jumper switch on the PCI module board of the server. The following figure illustrates the jumper switch location.
  • Page 124 How to Clear CMOS Power off the NEC Express5800/ft series and unplug the both power cords. Remove the both PCI modules (#1 and #2) from the NEC Express5800/ft series (see page 8-31 “Removing PCI Module”). Open the top cover of the PCI Module #1.
  • Page 125 If you place clips on other pins, the server may malfunction. TIPS: Mount the PCI Module #1 again to NEC Express5800/ft series (see page 8-33 “Installing PCI Module”) and plug the power cord to the AC inlet B (for Group1).
  • Page 126 4-42 Shortly after you connect the both power cords, the BMC status LED of PCI Module #2 will start to blink. When the BMC status LED goes off, the clear information of the PCI Module #1 is reflected to the PCI Module #2. CHECK: The BMC status LED blinks to show that synchronous processing is being performed between the two modules.
  • Page 127 How to Clear Passwords Power off NEC Express5800/ft series and unplug the both power cords. Remove the both PCI modules (#1 and #2) from the NEC Express5800/ft series (see page 8-31 “Removing PCI Module”). Open the top cover of the PCI Module #1.
  • Page 128 “Installing PCI Module”) and plug the power cord to the AC inlet B (for Group1). (The POWER Switch LED will be turned on.) Likewise, mount the PCI Module #2 to the NEC Express5800/ft series and plug the power cord to the AC inlet A (for Group2).

  • Page 129: Chapter 5 Installing And Using Utilities

    Chapter 5 Installing and Using Utilities This section describes how to use the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM that comes with your server and to install the utilities stored on the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER.

  • Page 130: Nec Expressbuilder

    The NEC EXPRESSBUILDER, integrated setup software, can automatically detect the hardware connected to an NEC Express5800/ft series machine to advance the processing. The hardware subject to setup with the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER should have the same configuration as that for operation.
  • Page 131 See "Consoleless Menu" described later for details. Inserting NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM after Windows startup The "Master Control Menu" (see figure below) starts automatically after you place the "NEC EXPRESSBUILDER" in the CD-ROM drive. A dialog box called “Master Control Menu” will appear.

  • Page 132: Nec Expressbuilder Top Menu

    NEC EXPRESSBUILDER Top Menu The NEC EXPRESSBUILDER top menu is used for the setup of hardware and the setup and installation of OS. Start Start the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER top menu following the procedure below: Turn on the powers of peripherals and the power of the server in this order.
  • Page 133 Tools The Tools Menu is used to start each of the several utilities stored in the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM individually for manual setup by operator. Use the Tools Menu to provide settings that the setup program cannot do automatically or detailed settings. Also use the Tools Menu when system diagnosis is performed or a support disk is created.
  • Page 134 Allow you to make settings of BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) to use its report functions and remote control from the management PC. Help Indicates the descriptions on several features of the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER. Return to the Top Menu Indicates the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER top menu.

  • Page 135: Consoleless Menu

    To use the consoleless feature, make sure that keyboard is not connected to the server. When a keyboard is connected, the consoleless feature is disabled because the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER determines that the server has a console. (The menu will not be displayed on the management PC.)
  • Page 136 Menu Items Only the menu items available in consoleless operation are extracted from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER Top Menu. See the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER Top Menu described earlier for each function. See the "NEC EXPRESSBUILDER Top Menu". Shows detailed explanation of each function.

  • Page 137: Master Control Menu

    Master Control Menu Load the attached “NEC EXPRESSBUILDER” CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of the computer that runs Windows (Windows 95 or later, or Windows NT 4.0 or later). The Master Control Menu starts automatically. The Master Control Menu may not...

  • Page 138: Nec Esmpro Agent And Manager

    CD-ROM "NEC EXPRESSBUILDER" and "NEC ESMPRO Agent" is bundled to Linux for NEC Express5800/ft series Back Up CD-ROM. This manual describes the functions and features provided by NEC ESMPRO Manager and NEC ESMPRO Agent and the notes on their operations.
  • Page 139 Effects of using NEC ESMPRO Manager and Agent NEC ESMPRO Manager and NEC ESMPRO Agent have sufficient effects on a variety of needs in versatile and complicated system environments. Detection of server fault NEC ESMPRO Agent collects a variety of fault information on NEC Express5800 series systems to identify the states of the systems.
  • Page 140 NEC ESMPRO Manager and NEC ESMPRO Agent can set the threshold for each source in the server. If the value of a source exceeds the threshold, NEC ESMPRO Agent reports the alert to NEC ESMPRO Manager.
  • Page 141 CPU, memory, fans, power supply, and temperature. Below is a list of functions of data viewer’s items and their availability if NEC ESMPRO Agent is installed. Function name...
  • Page 142 5-14 Function name Supported Storage File system Disk array Other Supported ∆ Partly supported Function description Function to monitor storage devices (e.g., hard disk drive) and controller Function to view file system configuration and monitor usage rate Function to monitor disk array system of LSI Logic Corporation Supports OS stall monitoring by Watch Dog Timer Not supported...

  • Page 143: Nec Esmpro Agent

    Monitoring of NEC Express5800/ft series NEC Express5800/ft series is a fault tolerant system. It can continue the operation even if a major component fails. NEC Express5800/ft series improves the system availability with the hardware, NEC ESMPRO, and system software functions.
  • Page 144 5-16 Collective Management of Distributed Servers The excellent GUI provided by NEC ESMPRO Manager allows servers on a network to be managed collectively. The management screen is designed in the Explorer format to indicate the components in a server hierarchically for effective server management.
  • Page 145 Data Viewer The data viewer indicates the server source configuration information in the Explorer format. In addition, it changes the status color of the failed server component. This enables you to identify the failed portion. Alert Viewer The Alert Viewer manages fault reports sent from servers together. A fault occurred in a server is immediately reported to the Alert Viewer.
  • Page 146 5-18 NEC ESMPRO Agent Device ID in Alert Report Some NEC Express5800/ft series reports use unique device IDs which correspond to the devices listed in the table below as the device identification information. Device name CPU module 1 DIMM1 on CPU module 1...
  • Page 147 Electronics 1 on SCSI enclosure 2 Power supply unit on SCSI enclosure 2 The figure below shows the actual locations of the device names displayed on the NEC ESMPRO screen. In the case of the tower model, modules are mounted vertically instead of horizontally.
  • Page 148 Depending on your OS type or its version, settings for community, SNMP service’s security function, are not made, or default settings of authority are different To enable the remote shutdown and threshold change functions via NEC ESMPRO Manager, make settings of community and set its authority to "READ CREATE" or "READ WRITE."...
  • Page 149 NEC ESMPRO Manager. NEC ESMPRO Manager performs monitoring by using the optimum thresholds specified to each model. Alert Some detail information of alerts displayed on the alert viewer appears as “Unknown” depending on alerts.
  • Page 150 Stopping the PCI Module by the ft server utility When you stop the PCI module on the primary side by the ft server utility, the ft server utility screen may become blur temporarily. However, it returns to a normal status after a few seconds when the pop-up screen is displayed on the ft server utility.

  • Page 151: Nec Esmpro Manager

    To monitor the state of the NEC Express5800/ft series on a management computer with installation of NEC ESMPRO Manager, the data viewer is used. If you click each of the modules and items to be checked sequentially on the tree view in the Windows Explorer format, the data viewer indicates their states on the right side of the screen.
  • Page 152 Allows the configuration and other information on the CPU modules to be viewed. Maintenance Allows the start/stop, MTBF information clear, dump acquisition, and diagnosis of the CPU modules to be provided. See "Maintenance of NEC Express5800/ft series" described later for the start/stop and MTBF information clear of the CPU modules.
  • Page 153 Allows the device identification information of the CPU modules to be viewed and BIOS of the CPU modules to be updated. See "Maintenance of NEC Express5800/ft series" described later for the update of BIOS of the CPU modules. The detailed device identification information can be checked by selecting [ESMPRO MIB] tree→[Hardware] tree→[Field Replaceable Unit]...
  • Page 154 Allows the configuration and other information of the PCI modules to be viewed. Maintenance Allows the start/stop, MTBF information clear, and diagnosis of the PCI modules to be provided. See "Maintenance of NEC Express5800/ft series" described later for the start/stop and MTBF information clear of the CPU modules. Update Allows the device identification information of the PCI modules to be viewed.
  • Page 155 Monitoring PCI Slots and Devices on PCI Module To monitor the PCI slots and devices on the PCI modules, see the [PCI slot] tree. To see the information on the [PCI slot] tree, select [PCI Module]→[PCI module (containing PCI slot to be seen)]→[PCI slot] of the [FTServer] tree.
  • Page 156 5-28 PCI Device – Detailed information Allows the detailed information of a device on the PCI slot to be viewed.
  • Page 157 Allows the configuration and other information of the SCSI adapter to be viewed. Maintenance Allows the MTBF information of the SCSI adapter to be viewed or cleared. See "Maintenance of NEC Express5800/ft series" described later for clearing the MTBF information of the SCSI adapter. Update Allows the firmware of the SCSI adapter to be updated.
  • Page 158 5-30 Monitoring BMC on PCI Module To monitor the base management controller (BMC), controller for system management, on the PCI modules, see the [BMC] tree. To see the information on the [BMC] tree, select [PCI Module]→[PCI module (containing BMC to be seen)]→[BMC] of the [FTServer] tree. You can see the BMC F/W version and other information in the [BMC] tree.
  • Page 159 Monitoring Ethernet Adapter on PCI Module To monitor the Ethernet adapter on the PCI modules, see the [Ethernet adapter] tree. To see the information on the [Ethernet adapter] tree, select [PCI Module]→[PCI module (connected with Ethernet adapter to be seen)]→[Ethernet adapter] of the [FTServer] tree. You can see the following information of the Ethernet adapter from the [Ethernet adapter] tree.
  • Page 160 5-32 Maintenance Allows the MTBF information of the Ethernet adapter to be viewed or cleared. See "Maintenance of NEC Express5800/ft series" described later for clearing the MTBF information on the Ethernet adapter.
  • Page 161 Status Changes” in “supplement”. Maintenance Allows the MTBF information of the SCSI adapter to be viewed or cleared. See "Maintenance of NEC Express5800/ft series" described later for clearing the MTBF information on the SCSI enclosure. Update Allows the firmware of the SCSI enclosure to be updated.
  • Page 162 Allows the configuration and other information of the SCSI enclosure electronics to be viewed. Electronics – Maintenance Allows the MTBF information of the SCSI enclosure electronics to be viewed or cleared. See "Maintenance of NEC Express5800/ft series" described later for clearing the MTBF information on the SCSI electronics enclosure. SCSI Slot – General Allows the configuration and other information of the SCSI slot to be viewed.
  • Page 163 SCSI Slot – Maintenance Allows the MTBF information of the SCSI slot to be viewed or cleared. See "Maintenance of NEC Express5800/ft series" described later for clearing the MTBF information on the SCSI slot. Monitoring Mirror Disk To monitor the mirror disk components, see the [Mirror Disk] tree. To view information on [Mirror Disk] tree, select [Mirror Disk] under [FTServer] tree.

  • Page 164: Maintenance Of Nec Express5800/Ft Series

    NEC Express5800/ft series maintenance can be done in two ways; one is to use NEC ESMPRO Manager for remote maintenance and the other is to use the NEC ESMPRO Agent ft server utility on the NEC Express5800/ft series for local maintenance.
  • Page 165 The table below shows the component-specific maintenance functions executable from NEC ESMPRO. Dump acquisition Component CPU module – Remote. Executable from remote management PC by using NEC ESMPRO Manager Local. Executable on local server by using ft server utility √: Support –:...
  • Page 166 Start and Stop of Components To start or stop a component with NEC ESMPRO Manager, use the [Maintenance] tree of the component in the [FTServer] tree of the data viewer. Open the tree of the component to be started or stopped and select the [Maintenance] tree.
  • Page 167 A certain time is required for the start. The start result can be confirmed by "State" on the target component screen. The result of the start operation is reported by the NEC Express5800/ft series as an alert. Stop Perform the procedure below before replacing a component.
  • Page 168 5-40 Sample screen of NEC ESMPRO Manager 2 [Maintenance] screen of CPU module [CPU Module] – [Maintenance]...
  • Page 169 Procedure in the ft server utility Start Select the target component from the main window of the ft server utility. The screen of the target component appears. Check the current state of the target component with the LEDs. Click the [Up] button of the target component.
  • Page 170 NEC Express5800/ft series manages the MTBF (mean time between failure) of each component. If a fault occurs in a component, the NEC Express5800/ft series calculates the MTBF of the component again. If the calculated value is lower than the pre-defined threshold, the NEC Express5800/ft series disables the component to be used.
  • Page 171 Click the [Clear] button in the [MTBF Clear] of the target component. The MTBF clearing result can be confirmed by "State" on the target component screen. The result of the MTBF clearing operation is reported by the NEC Express5800/ft series as an alert.
  • Page 172 Procedure in the ft server utility Perform the procedure below before replacement of a component. Select the target component from the main window of the ft server utility. The screen of the target component appears. Check the current state of the target component with the LEDs.
  • Page 173 Firmware Update NEC Express5800/ft series can update firmware (including BIOS) if some hardware components operate in the online state (in which the system continues the operation but the component trying to update firmware or BIOS is stopped). Updating firmware can be performed from the ft server utility.
  • Page 174 Enable “Auto module start” and “Auto firmware update”. See “Setup of System Operation” in this chapter for the procedure to enable. Store the image data of the firmware for update in the NEC Express5800/ft series. Save it in the /etc directory under the name “BIOS.ROM”.
  • Page 175 Sample screen of ft server utility Main window [Firmware Update] screen Even if you do not have the image data of firmware for update, the firmware can be copied from the other module. By starting the module, the firmware will be updated automatically. However, when the [Auto firmware update] property is disabled, follow the steps below to update the firmware: 1.
  • Page 176 5-48 Dump Collection To collect the dump file with NEC ESMPRO Manager, use [CPU Module] →[Maintenance] tree in the data viewer. To collect the dump with the ft server utility, use the utility screen of the component. Acquire the dump only for the examination of a fault.
  • Page 177 5-49 –: Not support...
  • Page 178 A certain time is required for the dump saving. The dump is stored as %SystemDrive%\NECDump\MEMORY.DMP on the managed server. The result of the dump saving is reported by the NEC Express5800/ft series as an alert. Sample screen of NEC ESMPRO Manager [Maintenance] screen of CPU module...
  • Page 179 Procedure in the ft server utility On the main window of the ft server utility, select the target component. The screen of the target component appears. Check the current status of the target CPU module with the LEDs. Select the dump acquisition method on [Dump] of the CPU module screen, and click [Execute].
  • Page 180 OS at occurrence of system fault. Remote: Executable from remote management PC by using NEC ESMPRO Manager Local: Executable on local server by using ft server utility –: Not support Auto firmware update...
  • Page 181 Configure the system settings using the ft server utility in the following procedure. The system cannot be configured using the NEC ESMPRO Manager. Select [General] on the main window of the ft server utility. The [General] window appears. Check the property to modify on the [General] window (or cancel the check).
  • Page 182 The BMC firmware can be updated by using the BMC firmware update utility. Both NEC ESMPRO Manager and the ft server utility can start the BMC firmware update utility. To update the BMC firmware, the firmware image file must be updated on the managed server in advance.
  • Page 183 Procedure of Update from the ft server utility Update the firmware in the procedure as follows. Select [Firmware] on the main window of the ft server utility. The [Firmware] dialog box appears. Click [Update]. The [BMC FW update Tool] screen appears.
  • Page 184 5-56 Changing Update Data Storage Destination Change the storage destination by using the ft server utility in the procedure below. Select [Firmware] on the main window of the ft server utility. The [Firmware] dialog box appears. Click [Update]. The [BMC FW update Tool] screen appears.

  • Page 185: Nec Mwa ~ Management Workstation Application

    NEC MWA ∼ MANAGEMENT WORKSTATION APPLICATION ∼ NEC MWA is an application that enables the remote management of the server through a management PC over the network. (A management PC is a computer running NEC ESMPRO Manager.) Refer to “MWA First Step Guide” in the following directory of NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM for details of its functions and operation.

  • Page 186: Remote Management Configuration For The Server Without Console

    5-58 Remote Management Configuration for the Server without Console If the main unit does not have a console such as keyboard, you can operate tools on the server remotely using MWA’s remote console functions and NEC EXPRESSBUILDER’s consoleless functions. There are two ways of remote console connection depending on the condition of connection between the management PC and the main unit: Connect from the management PC linked to the main unit through LAN.
  • Page 187 [Action at Remote Console Connect] dialog box. Then select [Go MWA mode]. Insert NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the drive of the computer to be managed 107. and insert floppy disk storing the configuration information (CSL_LESS.CFG) into the FDD drive.
  • Page 188 When the main menu appears on the management PC’s screen, eject the floppy disk. 110. If you use other tools, exit NEC EXPRESSBUILDER and power on/off the main unit. 111. After completing the procedure for remote console connection, IMPORTANT: uncheck [Reset] of [Activate] in [Property] dialog box.
  • Page 189 → [NEC MWA] → [MWA]. When MWA starts, the initial screen “Remote Control Manager” will appear. Select [Environment] – [Direct Connection Setting] from the [File] menu of NEC MWA 113. to display the [Direct Connection] dialog box. Configure the following settings: <Direct Connection>...
  • Page 190 If the configuration information (CSL_LESS.CFG) in the FD has already TIPS: been loaded, the main menu will appear without a reboot. If you use other tools, exit NEC EXPRESSBUILDER and power on/off the main unit. 124. After completing the procedure for remote console connection, IMPORTANT: click [Disconnect] on the [MWA Remote Console] window.
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  • Page 193: Chapter 6 Maintenance

    Chapter 6 Maintenance This chapter describes the daily maintenance of NEC Express5800/ft series and precautions when relocating or storing the server.

  • Page 194: Daily Maintenance

    Checking STATUS LEDs and LCD Display Check the LED indication on the front of the NEC Express5800/ft series, on hard disks installed in 3.5-inch device bay, or on LCD display when the server is powered on or powered off by the shut down operation.

  • Page 195: Making Backup Copies

    Making Backup Copies NEC recommends you make backup copies of your valuable data stored in hard disks of the server on a regular basis. For backup storage devices suitable for the server and backup tools, consult with your sales agent.
  • Page 196 Wipe the server with a dry cloth. 131. Wipe off dust from the fan exhaust opening on the rear of the server with a dry cloth. 132. Cleaning the Keyboard and Mouse A keyboard and a mouse use USB interface. You do not need to power off IMPORTANT: the server when connecting or disconnecting them.
  • Page 197 A dusty CD-ROM or dust-accumulated tray causes the device to fail to read data correctly. Follow the procedure below to clean the tray and CD-ROM regularly: Make sure that the server is powered (the POWER LED is lit). 140. Press the Eject button on the front of the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 198 Cleaning Tape Drive Dirt on the tape head may be a cause of unsuccessful backup and damage to tape cartridge. Clean the tape head regularly using a cleaning tape. For procedure and interval of cleaning as well as lifetime of a tape cartridge to use, see instructions included with the tape drive.

  • Page 199: System Diagnostics

    SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS The System Diagnostics runs several tests on the server. Select [Tools] → [System Diagnostics] in the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER to diagnose the server. Test Items The following items are tested in system diagnostics. Memory CPU cache memory Hard disk used as a system When executing the system diagnostics, make sure to remove the LAN cable.
  • Page 200 Press Q and select [Reboot] from the menu. 152. The server restarts and the system is started from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER. Exit the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER, and remove the CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive. 153. Power off the server and unplug the power cord from the receptacle.

  • Page 201: Off-Line Maintenance Utility

    Utility can be used. IMPORTANT: The Off-line Maintenance Utility is intended for use of your sales agent. The NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM and the Off-line Maintenance Utility Bootable FD you have created contain a file that describes operation of the utility, but do not attempt to use the utility by yourself.
  • Page 202 6-10 System Information Viewer Provides the functions to view information on the processor (CPU) and the BIOS and export it to a text file. System Information Management Provides the function to make a back-up copy of your data. Without the backup data, the system-specific information and/or configuration may not be restored.

  • Page 203: Relocating/Storing The Nec Express5800/Ft Series

    IMPORTANT: If the server needs to be relocated/stored due to a change in the floor layout to a great extent, contact the sales agent. Make sure to make a backup copy of your valuable data in the hard disk, if any.
  • Page 204 Check and adjust the system clock before operating the server again after relocating or storing it. If the server and the built-in optional devices are moved from a cold place to a warm place in a short time, condensation will occur and cause malfunctions and breakdown when these are used in such state.

  • Page 205: Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 7 Troubleshooting If the product does not work properly, see this chapter before deciding that it is a breakdown.

  • Page 206: To Locate The Errors

    Use NEC ESMPRO to monitor the occurrence of fault during the system operation. Especially take note on whether any alert is reported to NEC ESMPRO Manager on the language PC. Check whether any alert is reported on the Operation Window, Data Viewer, or Alert Viewer of NEC ESMPRO Manager.

  • Page 207: Error Messages

    Error Messages by LED Indication The LEDs on the front and rear panels of the NEC Express5800/ft series and near the handles of hard disks inform the user of the various server statuses by the colors and the patterns of going on, going off, and flashing.
  • Page 208 STATUS LED Suspected Indication Color State = A = AmbientTempAlm Amber Blink CPU module AmbientTempAlm Amber CPU module AmbientTempAlm Amber Blink CPU module AmbientTempAlm Amber CPU module = B = BMC Unsync PCI module #1 BMC0 Not Ready Green Blink PCI module #1 BMC1 Not Ready Green Blink PCI module #2 = C = Cor0 +12vAlm 00 Amber Blink PCI module #1...
  • Page 209 STATUS LED Suspected Indication Color State Cor0 +5.0vAlm Amber PCI module #1 Cor0 +5.0vsAlm Amber Blink PCI module #1 Cor0 +5.0vsAlm Amber PCI module #1 Cor0 +5.0vsAlm Amber Blink PCI module #1 Cor0 +5.0vsAlm Amber PCI module #1 Cor0 -12vAlm 00 Amber Blink PCI module #1 Cor0 -12vAlm 02 Amber PCI module #1 Cor0 -12vAlm 07 Amber Blink PCI module #1...
  • Page 210 STATUS LED Suspected Indication Color State Cor1 +12vAlm 00 Amber Blink PCI module #2 Cor1 +12vAlm 02 Amber PCI module #2 Cor1 +12vAlm 07 Amber Blink PCI module #2 Cor1 +12vAlm 09 Amber PCI module #2 Cor1 +2.5vAlm Amber Blink PCI module #2 Cor1 +2.5vAlm Amber PCI module #2...
  • Page 211 STATUS LED Suspected Indication Color State Cor1 -12vAlm 07 Amber Blink PCI module #2 Cor1 -12vAlm 09 Amber PCI module #2 Cor1 Bus PERR 01 Green Blink PCI module #2 Cor1 Bus SERR 01 Green Blink PCI module #2 Cor1 CLK Alm 00 Amber Blink CLOCK board Cor1 CLK Alm 02 Amber CLOCK board Cor1 CLK Alm 07 Amber Blink CLOCK board...
  • Page 212 STATUS LED Suspected Indication Color State CPU0 +12ss Alm Amber Blink CPU module #1 CPU0 +12ss Alm Amber CPU module #1 CPU0 +12v Alm 00 Amber Blink CPU module #1 CPU0 +12v Alm 02 Amber CPU module #1 CPU0 +12v Alm 07 Amber Blink CPU module #1 CPU0 +12v Alm 09 Amber CPU module #1 CPU0 +1.5v Alm...
  • Page 213 STATUS LED Suspected Indication Color State CPU0 +5.0vAlm Amber Blink CPU module #1 CPU0 +5.0vAlm Amber CPU module #1 CPU0 +5.0vsAlm Amber Blink CPU module #1 CPU0 +5.0vsAlm Amber CPU module #1 CPU0 +5.0vsAlm Amber Blink CPU module #1 CPU0 +5.0vsAlm Amber CPU module #1 CPU0 broken...
  • Page 214 7-10 STATUS LED Suspected Indication Color State CPU00 Temp Alm Amber Blink CPU module #1 CPU00 Temp Alm Amber CPU module #1 CPU00 Temp Alm Amber Blink CPU module #1 CPU00 Temp Alm Amber CPU module #1 CPU01 Temp Alm Amber Blink CPU module #1 CPU01 Temp Alm Amber...
  • Page 215 STATUS LED Suspected Indication Color State CPU2 +2.5VcAlm Amber Blink CPU module #2 CPU2 +2.5VcAlm Amber CPU module #2 CPU2 +2.5VcAlm Amber Blink CPU module #2 CPU2 +2.5VcAlm Amber CPU module #2 CPU2 +3.3vAlm Amber Blink CPU module #2 CPU2 +3.3vAlm Amber CPU module #2 CPU2 +3.3vAlm...
  • Page 216 Check to see if dust is accumulated on the internal fans. Check also if the fan cables are connected securely. If not solved by the above, contact your sales agent. Contact your sales agent. The server is operating normally.
  • Page 217 STATUS LED Suspected Indication Color State = M = Memory U-Err 01 Green Blink CPU module #1 Memory U-Err 02 Green Blink CPU module #1 Memory U-Err 03 Green Blink CPU module #1 Memory U-Err 04 Green Blink CPU module #1 Memory U-Err 05 Green Blink CPU module #1 Memory U-Err 06 Green Blink CPU module #1 Memory U-Err 21 Green Blink CPU module #2...

  • Page 218: Post Error Messages

    7-14 POST Error Messages Powering on the server automatically starts the self-diagnostic program, POST (Power On Self-Test). When POST detects any error, it displays an error message and its measure on the display unit. Follow the table below to troubleshoot such errors.
  • Page 219 Bus/Device/Function 0B22 CPUs are installed out of CPU is faulty. order 0B28 Unsupported Processor The processor (CPU) not detected on Processor 1 supported by this server is installed in Processor 1. Action • • board. Replace DIMM with appropriate one.
  • Page 220 7-16 On-screen error message Cause 0B29 Unsupported Processor The processor (CPU) not detected on Processor 2 supported by this server is installed in Processor 2. • 0B30 CPU FAN #1 Alarm • occurred • 0B31 CPU FAN #2 Alarm occurred •...
  • Page 221 On-screen error message Cause • 0B71 System temperature out of Range • • 0B80 BMC Memory Test Failed BMC is faulty. 0B81 BMC Firmware Code Area CRC check failed 0B82 BMC core Hardware failure 0B83 BMC IBF or OBF check failed 0B90 BMC Platform BMC is faulty.
  • Page 222 7-18 On-screen error message Cause 0BD6 3rd SMBus device address not acknowledged 0BD7 3rd SMBus device Error detected 0BD8 3rd SMBus timeout 0BD9 4th SMBus device CPU module board #2 is faulty. address not acknowledged 0BDA 4th SMBus device Error Detected 0BDB 4th SMBus device timeout...
  • Page 223 On-screen error message Cause 8610 MAC Address update FRB2 timeout occurred when failed – CoreI/O#0 setting MAC address, and 10/100Mbit Ethernet rewrite was unsuccessful. Controller 8611 MAC Address update FRB2 timeout occurred when failed – CoreI/O#0 Gbit setting MAC address, and Ethernet Controller rewrite was unsuccessful.

  • Page 224: Error Notification By Beep

    7-20 Error Notification by BEEP An error message may not be displayed on the display unit even though the POST detected an error. In such a case, the beep sounds notifies you an error. The error contents are indicated by the combination of beep sound patterns.

  • Page 225: Linux Error Messages

    Linux Error Messages NEC Express5800/ft series displays messages on the console window when failures occur. Also, the same information is recorded as system logs. The following indicates the syslog messages, messages on the console, their meanings and actions: Message FT[dev.no] opstate SIMPLEX to DUPLEX FT[dev.no] opstate ONLINE to DUPLEX...
  • Page 226 7-22 Message FT[dev.no] info error initializing PCI slots FT[dev.no] info unable to access all offline memory FT[dev.no] info unable to clear hardware reset FT[dev.no] info unable to collect inventory FT[dev.no] info unable to configure chipset FT[dev.no] info unable to copy shadow memory FT[dev.no] info unable to map BIOS FT[dev.no] info unable to map firmware FT[dev.no] info unable to power on CRU...

  • Page 227: Server Management Application Error Message

    7-23 Server Management Application Error Message If the server management tool such as NEC ESMPRO Agent, NEC ESMPRO Manager, or GAMServer has been installed in the NEC Express5800/ft series or management PC, you can obtain the error information from the display unit of the server or management PC.

  • Page 228: Solving Problems

    Make sure the POWER switch on the power unit is on. Did you press the POWER switch? → Press the POWER switch on the front of the NEC Express5800/ft series to turn on the power (the POWER LED lights). Did you install the CPU/PCI module properly? →...
  • Page 229 If you perform any keyboard or mouse operation immediately after start-up, POST may accidentally detect a keyboard controller error and stops proceeding. In such a case, restart the server once again. Do not perform any keyboard or mouse operation until the BIOS start-up message appears when you restart the server.
  • Page 230 BIOS setup utility. Is SCSI device configuration correct? → If external SCSI devices are connected to the server, you need to make settings of SCSI ID and terminal resistance. For details, see manuals included with the SCSI device.
  • Page 231 → Make sure that the cable is connected to the correct connector on the rear of the server. Are the keyboard and mouse are compliant with NEC Express5800/ft series? → Operation of the server with unauthorized devices is not guaranteed.
  • Page 232 → The tray is provided with a holder to secure the CD-ROM. Make sure that the CD-ROM is placed properly in the holder. Is the CD-ROM applicable to the server? → The CD-ROM for Macintosh is not available for use.
  • Page 233 Fail to access the hard disk: Is the hard disk applicable to the server? → Operation of any device that is not authorized by NEC is not guaranteed. Is the hard disk properly installed? → Make sure to lock the hard disk with the lever on its handle. The hard disk is not connected to the internal connector when it is not completely installed (see Chapter 8).
  • Page 234 Are you accessing to the directories or files under /dev or /proc? → NEC Express5800/ft series frequently saves and updates the information on the system operation and management at the following directories. Thus, if you access the directories or files under the following directories, for example, by using command, it may affect the fault-tolerant feature and cause the system to become unstable.

  • Page 235: Event Log

    Description: Cannot get system performance information now (YYYY Code=xxxx). If NEC ESMPRO Agent cannot get information, it will treat the load ratio as 0%. So, if NEC ESMPRO Agent cannot get information continuously, the CPU load ratio may appear lower than the actual value.

  • Page 236: Problems With Nec Expressbuilder

    Problems with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER When the server is not booted from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM, check the following: Did you set the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER during POST and restart the server? →...
  • Page 237 When an error occurs while the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER is in progress, the following message appears. After this message appears, check the error and take the appropriate corrective action according to the error codes listed in the table below. Message This machine is not supported.

  • Page 238: Problems With Master Control Menu

    A part of online documentation is supplied in PDF file format. Install the Adobe Acrobat Reader (Version 4.05 or later) in your operating system. You can also install the Adobe Acrobat Reader using the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER. Launch the Master Control Menu and select [Setup] → [Adobe Acrobat Reader].

  • Page 239: Problems With Nec Esmpro

    Problems with NEC ESMPRO NEC ESMPRO Agent → See Chapter 5. NEC ESMPRO Manager → See Chapter 5. See also online document in NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM for troubleshooting and other supplementary information. 7-35...

  • Page 240: Collection Of Trouble Logs

    Collection of syslog The log file of Linux is created under the following directory in text format: /var/log/ The log file of NEC Express5800/ft series is also created in this directory, as with general log file of Linux. Collection of System Information The system information of Linux is recorded in syslog, etc.

  • Page 241: Collection Of The Memory Dump

    Preparing for Memory Dump Memory dumping with the DUMP switch may disable the server to restart. In such a case, it is required to force the server to shut down. This forced shutdown, however, is not available if "Masked"...

  • Page 242: Backup Of Ipm Information

    7-38 Backup of IPM Information Collect the IPMI information. NEC ESMPRO Agent must be installed to collect the information. Login to the system as a user with a root authority. Move to the directory where the NEC ESMPRO Agent is installed.

  • Page 243: Chapter 8 System Upgrade

    Be sure to use only optional devices and cables designated by NEC. Repair of the server due to malfunctions, failures, or damage resulted from installing such devices or cables will be...

  • Page 244: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Observe the following notes to install or remove optional devices safely and properly. Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. There are risks of death or serious personal injury. See PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFETY in Chapter 1 for details.

  • Page 245: Anti-Static Measures

    Select a suitable workspace. – Work with the server on the anti-static or concrete floor. – When you work with the server on a carpet where static electricity is likely to be generated, make sure take anti-static measures beforehand. Use a worktable.

  • Page 246: Preparing Your System For Upgrade

    The system is defaulted to automatically boot the module, once installed. This TIPS: setting can be changed with the ft server utility or the NEC ESMPRO Manager. For more information, see Chapter 5. Make sure to provide the same hardware configuration on both groups.

  • Page 247: 3.5-Inch Hard Disk Drive

    IMPORTANT: Do not use any hard disks that are not authorized by NEC. Installing a third-party hard disk may cause a failure of the server as well as the hard disk. Purchase hard disks of the same model in pair.
  • Page 248 Empty slots in the hard disk bay contain dummy trays. The dummy trays are inserted to improve the cooling effect within the device. Always insert the dummy trays in the slots in which hard disks are not installed. Attach an HDD ID label indicating the slot number of installed hard disk to the handle of the hard disk.

  • Page 249: Installing 3.5-Inch Hard Disk Drive

    Perform the shutdown process from the OS properly. 169. Execute the shutdown process using shutdown command, and then press the POWER switch to turn off the server. Disconnect all the power cords from the power outlet. 170. Identify the slot to which you want to install the hard disk.
  • Page 250 Engage the upper and lower frames of the tray with the left and right grooves on the device bay and insert the hard disk. Insert the disk until the lever hook touches the server frame. Check the orientation of lever. Insert the hard disk with the lever unlocked.

  • Page 251: Removing 3.5-Inch Hard Disk Drive

    Unlock the front bezel with the security key and remove the upper and lower panels. Perform the shutdown process from the OS properly. Execute the shutdown process using shutdown command, and then press the POWER switch to turn off the server. Disconnect all the power cords from the power outlet.

  • Page 252: Replacing 3.5-Inch Hard Disk Drive

    Replacing 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive Follow the procedure below to remove the failed hard disk. If the hard disk fails, it should be replaced with new device with the server powered-on. Make sure to read "Anti-static Measures" and "Preparing Your System for IMPORTANT: Upgrade"...
  • Page 253 adding disks to Slot3 of Group1 and Group2 by using ftdiskadm: (Example) After selecting “y”, RAID configuration starts, and unless there is any problem, the process completes. The status of RAID can be viewed by the above “Raid Status”. *1 Before entering the slot number, make sure the disk and the other disk of the pair are inserted to the SCSI slots.
  • Page 254 8-12 Check the disk status to confirm that the disk is added successfully.

  • Page 255: Cpu Module

    Removing the module being operating may cause unexpected trouble. Use the management software (e.g., ft server utility or NEC ESMPRO Manager) to identify the module to be removed so that the module is removed when it is stopped, without fail Then remove the relevant module after verifying the status LED on the CPU module.

  • Page 256: Removing Cpu Module

    Follow the procedure below to remove the CPU module. Stop the CPU module you want to remove. To this end, use the ft server utility of the NEC ESMPRO Agent installed to your server or the Data Viewer of the NEC ESMPRO Manager.
  • Page 257 Carefully handle the CPU module so that you will not drop it or strike IMPORTANT: it against other server internal devices. Release lever Carefully place the CPU module on the flat and sturdy table.

  • Page 258: Installing Cpu Module

    Secure the top cover to the CPU module with the three setscrews. Firmly hold the CPU module with both hands and insert it into the server. Hold the module in such a way that its back panel connector faces the back of the rack and engage the guides of the module and chassis to insert it slowly.
  • Page 259 The system is defaulted to automatically boot the CPU module, once installed. If the automatic feature is disabled, boot the CPU module using the ft server utility of the NEC ESMPRO Agent installed to the server or the Data Viewer of the NEC ESMPRO Manager.

  • Page 260: Dimm

    For static notes, see the section "Anti-static Measures" described earlier. Make sure to use the DIMM authorized by NEC. Installing a third-party DIMM may cause a failure of the DIMM as well as the server. Repair of the server due to failures or damage resulted from installing such a board will be charged.
  • Page 261 8-19 Note the followings to install or replace DIMM. The DIMMs with the same number are linked among the groups. When a DIMM is added to one group, another identical DIMM should be installed to the socket with the same number in another group.

  • Page 262: Installing Dimm

    8-20 Installing DIMM Follow the procedure below to install the DIMM. Make sure to power off the server before starting installation except when replacing DIMM. Shutdown OS. Press the POWER switch to turn off the server. Disconnect power cord from outlet.

  • Page 263: Removing Dimm

    Removing DIMM Follow the procedure below to remove the DIMM. Make sure to power off the server before installation except when replacing DIMM. Unless at least two DIMMs are installed, the server does not work. TIPS: Shutdown OS. Press the POWER switch to turn off the server.

  • Page 264: Replacing Dimm

    8-22 Replacing DIMM Follow the procedure below to replace the failed DIMM. Identify the failed DIMM using the Data Viewer of the NEC ESMPRO Manager. Remove the CPU module. Replace a DIMM Install the CPU module. Boot the CPU module using the NEC ESMPRO Manager or ft server utility.

  • Page 265: Processor (Cpu)

    Do not use the system before checking to see it works correctly. Make sure to use the CPU authorized by NEC. Installing a third-party CPU may cause a failure of the CPU as well as the server. Repair of the server due to failures or damage resulted from installing such a board will be charged.

  • Page 266: Installation

    8-24 Installation Follow the steps below to mount a CPU: Shut down OS. Press the POWER switch to turn off the server. Unplug the power cord. Remove the CPU module. Detach the CPU air duct. Check to be sure of the location of the CPU socket.
  • Page 267 Place the CPU carefully on the socket. Pay attention to the orientation of the CPU. TIPS: The CPU and socket have pin marks to prevent misinsertion. After pressing the CPU softly against the socket, close the levers to fasten it. Remove the film of the cool sheet that is affixed on the heat sink.
  • Page 268 8-26 Check to see if the heat sink is mounted parallel with the motherboard. IMPORTANT: If the heat sink is not parallel to the motherboard, dismount and remount it. You cannot mount the heat sink correctly due to the following: - CPU is not mounted correctly - The heat sink clip is not engaged correctly.

  • Page 269: Removing Cpu

    When you dismount the heat sink, turn it lightly to make sure that the heat sink is not sticking to the CPU. Otherwise, the CPU or socket may be damaged. Shut down the OS. Press the POWER switch to turn off the server. Unplug the power cord. Remove the CPU module.

  • Page 270: Replacing Cpu

    Start the CPU module from ft server utility or NEC ESMPRO Manager. In the initial setting, the server will start up automatically upon mounting the PCI module. If it is set not to start up automatically, use Data Viewer of NEC ESMPRO Manager or ft server utility to start it.

  • Page 271: Pci Module

    Three PCI boards can be installed to the PCI module. Up to two PCI boards can be added to each PCI module, therefore, the server can accommodate four additional PCI boards at a maximum (one video board has already been installed to each PCI module in standard configuration).

  • Page 272: Precautions

    8-30 Precautions If you remove a PCI module during operation, dual configuration of its internal hard disks will be cancelled. If you mount the module again, the dual configuration will be restored automatically. However, do not perform a system shutdown or remove any of the PCI modules before the dual configuration is completed.
  • Page 273 8-31 Chapter 7 “Troubleshooting”.)

  • Page 274: Removing Pci Module

    Follow the procedure below to remove the PCI module. Stop the PCI module you want to remove. To this end, use the ft server utility of the NEC ESMPRO Agent installed to your server or the Data Viewer of the NEC ESMPRO Manager.
  • Page 275 Carefully handle the PCI module so that you will not drop it or strike IMPORTANT: it against other server internal devices. Release lever Carefully place the PCI module on the flat and sturdy table.

  • Page 276: Installing Pci Module

    Secure the top cover to the PCI module with the three setscrews. 106. Firmly hold the PCI module with both hands and insert it into the server. 107. Hold the module in such a way that its back panel connector faces the back of the rack and 108.
  • Page 277 The system is defaulted to automatically boot the PCI module, once installed. If this feature is disabled, boot the PCI module using the ft server utility of the NEC ESMPRO Agent installed to the server or the Data Viewer of the NEC ESMPRO Manager.

  • Page 278: Pci Board

    The PCI board is extremely sensitive to static electricity. Make sure to touch the metal frame of the server to discharge static electricity from your body before handling the PCI board. Do not touch the PCI board terminals or on-board parts by a bare hand or place the PCI board directly on the desk.

  • Page 279: Installing Pci Board

    Installing PCI Board Follow the procedure below to install the board to be connected to the PCI board slot. To install the PCI board, make sure the shape of the board connector matches with the TIPS: shape of the PCI board slot connector. Remove the PCI module.
  • Page 280 8-38 Align the terminal segment of the board with the connection of the slot and insert the board slowly into the slot. Guide Check to see if the edge of the bracket (taper) is inserted into a slot of the TIPS: chassis.
  • Page 281 Align the PCI board with the guide rail groove and insert the board slowly. If the insertion is unsuccessful, remove the board once and retry IMPORTANT: installation. Note that if excessive force is applied to the board, it may be damaged. Attach the retainer bracket to fasten the PCI board.
  • Page 282 In the initial setting, the server will start up automatically upon mounting the PCI module. If it is set not to start up automatically, use Data Viewer of NEC ESMPRO Manager or ft server utility to start it.
  • Page 283 8-41 Use cable ties to fasten the extra length of cables. Cable ties (included with cabinet)

  • Page 284: Removing Pci Board

    In the initial setting, the server will start up automatically upon mounting the PCI module. If it is set not to start up automatically, use Data Viewer of NEC ESMPRO Manager or ft server utility to start it.

  • Page 285: Replacing Pci Board

    In the initial setting, the server will start up automatically upon mounting the PCI module. If it is set not to start up automatically, use Data Viewer of NEC ESMPRO Manager or ft server utility to start it.

  • Page 286: Setup Of Optional Pci Board

    √: Can be installed. –: Cannot be installed. Installation of driver The NEC Express5800/ft series duplicates one or two pairs of 100BASE-TX adapter sets (N8804-001P1) before using. After installing Operating System, install the drivers in the following procedure and make dual settings of the PCI board.
  • Page 287 Wait for a while until the indication changes. If the indication does not change, check the status of the installed PCI board slot using NEC ESMPRO Manager. Make the installed PCI board slot online from NEC ESMPRO Manager. Mount the PCI board correctly. 8-45...
  • Page 288 8-46 N8104-84 1000BASE-SX Adapter Consult your sales personnel for details when purchasing this hardware. Note the following about this product: IMPORTANT: It is advisable to add this product to such environment that each system is used for a different purpose (ex. system line, maintenance, monitoring) and multiple accesses do not occur simultaneously.
  • Page 289 Wait for a while until the indication changes. If the indication does not change, check the status of the installed PCI board slot using NEC ESMPRO Manager. Make the installed PCI board slot online from NEC ESMPRO Manager. Mount the PCI board correctly. 8-47...
  • Page 290 8-48 N8104-103 1000BASE-T Adapter Consult your sales personnel for details when purchasing this hardware. Note the following about this product: IMPORTANT: It is advisable to add this product to such environment that each system is used for a different purpose (ex. system line, maintenance, monitoring) and multiple accesses do not occur simultaneously.
  • Page 291 Wait for a while until the indication changes. If the indication does not change, check the status of the installed PCI board slot using NEC ESMPRO Manager. Make the installed PCI board slot online from NEC ESMPRO Manager. Mount the PCI board correctly. 8-49...
  • Page 292 8-50 Configure expanded LAN board Follow the procedure below to set the dual configuration of the 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T, 1000BASE-SX. Make the following settings after mounting the LAN board according to the description of the “Installing PCI Board” in “PCI BOARD”. You need to login to the system as a user with a root authority to perform this IMPORTANT: operation.
  • Page 293 Delete LAN board setting Follow the procedure below to delete the LAN board setting. You need to login to the system as a user with a root authority to perform this IMPORTANT: operation. If the LAN board whose setting is to be deleted is operating, use the following command to stop it.
  • Page 294 8-52 Check the status of the LAN board Execute the following command to check the status of the LAN board: >vndctl status Example...
  • Page 295 8-53 Check the setting information (e.g., IP addresses) Execute the following command to check the configuration information (e.g., IP addresses): >vndctl status slot_number Example...
  • Page 296 Supplement Before using backup devices: If any of following backup devices is used for internal SCSI connector of NEC Express5800/ft series, you may need to update your firmware for backup devices. If your backup device to be connected is any of the following models, refer to the manual_E.pdf in your attached NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM.
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  • Page 299: Specifications

    Weight Power supply Power consumption Environmental In operation requirements In storage NEC Express5800/320Lb NEC Express5800/320Lb-R N8800-048E Intel® Xeon™ Processor × 1 2.4GHz/512KB Server Works Server Set III GC-LE 512MB (256MB × 2*) *Each module has two DIMMs in standard configuration.
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  • Page 301 Appendix B I/O Port Address The factory-set I/O port addresses for the server are assigned as follows: Address 00-1F 8-bit DMA control register 20-21 Master 8259 programming interface 2E-2F Configuration 40-43 8254 programming interface Keyboard & mouse NMI status register Keyboard &...
  • Page 302 Address CA4-CA5 IPMI (SMI interface) CA6-CA-7 IPMI (SCI/SW1 interface) Power management index register Power management data register CF8, CFC PCI configuration space Reset control F50-F58h General chipset BAR4+00-0F EDMA2 PCI base address register 4 * Expressed in hexadecimal digits. * I/O port addresses of PCI devices are specified based on the type and number of PCI devices. Chip in Use...

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