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Before reading this manual For your safety This manual contains important information for safely and correctly using this product. Carefully read the manual before using this product. Pay particular attention to the accompanying manual "Safety Notes and Regulations" and ensure these safety notes are understood before using the product.
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Please consult the sales staff of Fujitsu if intending to use this product for high safety use. Measures against momentary voltage drop This product may be affected by a momentary voltage drop in the power supply caused by lightning.
Introduction The PRIMERGY RX2510 M2 is a rack server that provides high performance, expandability and energy efficiency in 1 height unit (HU) space saving housing. Thus, the PRIMERGY RX2510 M2 is ideal for virtualization and cloud, small databases as well as for high performance computing.
Introduction Documentation overview More information on your PRIMERGY RX2510 M2 can be found in the following documents: – "ServerView Quick Start Guide" – "Safety Notes and Regulations" manual " 安全上のご注意 " for the Japanese market – "Warranty" manual " 保証書 " for the Japanese market –...
Introduction For the released PRIMERGY servers the ISO images can be downloaded at: http://support.ts.fujitsu.com/Download/index.asp . Further sources of information: – ServerView Suite Glossary – Manual for the monitor – Documentation for the boards and drives – Operating system documentation – Information files in your operating system...
– Memory modules – System fans – Expansion cards For information on replacing these components, see the "FUJITSU Server PRIMERGY RX2510 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual". CSS indicators on the control panel and on the back of the PRIMERGY server provide you with information if a CSS event arises.
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(for the Japanese market) System board The features of the system board are described in the "FUJITSU Server PRIMERGY RX2510 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual" for the hardware and in the "D3279 BIOS Setup Utility for FUJITSU Server PRIMERGY RX2510 M2 Reference Manual"...
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Further information on other SAS/SATA RAID controllers (e.g. for operating external SAS/SATA hard disk drives or tape drives) is available on the Fujitsu manuals server under x86 Servers - Expansion Cards - Storage Adapters - LSI SAS / SCSI RAID Controllers.
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Fujitsu Advanced Thermal Design The Fujitsu Advanced Thermal Design option allows you to operate the system with a wider temperature range either of 5 °C to 40 °C or 5 °C to 45 °C, depending on your system and configuration.
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Functional overview iRMC S4 with integrated management LAN connector The iRMC S4 (integrated Remote Management Controller) is a Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) with integrated management LAN connector and expanded functionality that was previously only available with additional plug-in cards. In this way, the iRMC S4 enables complete control of PRIMERGY servers, regardless of system status, and thus particularly the control of PRIMERGY servers that are in the "out-of-band"...
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Server management is implemented using the ServerView Operations Manager supplied and the PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analysis) technology from Fujitsu. PDA reports the threat of a system error or overload at an early stage, allowing preventive measures to be taken.
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BIOS update. With the iRMC (integrated Remote Management Controller) on the system board, the PRIMERGY RX2510 M2 server can also be maintained and serviced remotely. This enables remote diagnosis for system analysis, remote configuration and remote restart should the operating system or hardware fail.
Functional overview Server specification This section explains the specifications for the server. The specifications for this server are liable to be updated without any notice. Please be forewarned. System Board System board type D3279 ® Chipset Intel C610 Processor ® ®...
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Functional overview Drive bays Hard disk bay 4x 2.5-inch (with 3.5-inch installation frame) or 4 x configuration 3.5-inch Operating Panel Operating buttons On/off button Reset button NMI button ID button Status LEDs Global error indicator (orange) ID indicator (blue) Power-on indicator (green) CSS indicator (orange) Status LEDs at system Global error / CSS / ID indicator (orange / orange /...
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EN 60721 / IEC 721 Part 3-3 Environment class 2K2 EN 60721 / IEC 721 Part 3-2 Temperature: Operation (3K2) 5°C ... 40°C (with Fujitsu ATD 40°C) 5°C ... 45°C (with Fujitsu ATD 45°C) 10°C ... 35°C (without Fujitsu ATD) Transport (2K2) -25°C ... 60°C Humidity 10% ...
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Functional overview Electrical data (hot-plug power supply unit) Rated voltage range 100 V to 240 V Frequency 50 Hz ~ 60 Hz Rated current with min. configuration 4.5 A / 2.0 A Max. rated current 8.5 A / 3.5 A Effective power 480 W Apparent power...
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Functional overview Compliance with regulations and standards Product safety and ergonomics International IEC 60950-1 2ed. Europe Safety EN 60950-1 2ed. EN 62479 USA / Canada CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1-07 2ed. Electromagnetic compatibility International CISPR 22 Europe EN 55022 Class A EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3 EN 62311...
Installation steps, overview This chapter contains an overview of the steps necessary to install your server. Links take you to sections where you can find more detailed information about the respective steps: Ê First of all, carefully read the safety instructions in "Important information"...
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You will find more information on installing the server remotely or locally in the "ServerView Suite Installation Manager" user’s guide (on the Fujitsu manuals server under x86 Servers - Software - ServerView Suite - Server Installation and Deployment). Operating Manual...
Important information In this chapter you will find essential information regarding safety when working on your server. Safety instructions The following safety instructions are also provided in the manual "Safety Notes and Regulations" or " 安全上のご注意 ". This device meets the relevant safety regulations for IT equipment. If you have any questions about whether you can install the server in the intended environment, please contact your sales outlet or our customer service team.
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This unit should not be operated in ambient temperatures above ● 35 °C. For servers with Fujitsu Advanced Thermal Design the ambient temperature can increase to 40 °C or 45 °. If the unit is integrated into an installation that draws power from an ●...
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Important information CAUTION! Ensure that the power sockets on the device and the properly ● grounded power outlets are freely accessible. The On/Off button or the main power switch (if present) does not ● isolate the device from the mains power supply. To disconnect it completely from the mains power supply, unplug all network power plugs from the properly grounded power outlets.
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Important information CAUTION! Proper operation of the system (in accordance with IEC 60950-1/2 ● resp. EN 60950-1/2) is only ensured if the casing is completely assembled and the rear covers for the installation slots have been fitted (electric shock, cooling, fire protection, interference suppression).
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● concerning special waste. Replace the lithium battery on the system board in accordance with ● the instructions in the "FUJITSU Server PRIMERGY RX2510 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual". All batteries containing pollutants are marked with a symbol (a ●...
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Important information Working with CDs/DVDs/BDs and optical drives When working with devices with optical drives, these instructions must be followed. CAUTION! Only use CDs/DVDs/BDs that are in perfect condition, in order to ● prevent data loss, equipment damage and injury. Check each CD/DVD/BD for damage, cracks, breakages etc.
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Important information Do not contaminate the CD/DVD/BD surface with fingerprints, oil, ● dust, etc. If dirty, clean with a soft, dry cloth, wiping from the center to the edge. Do not use benzene, thinners, water, record sprays, antistatic agents, or silicone-impregnated cloth. Be careful not to damage the CD/DVD/BD surface.
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Important information Modules with Electrostatic-Sensitive Devices Modules with electrostatic-sensitive devices are identified by the following sticker: Figure 1: ESD label When you handle components fitted with ESDs, you must always observe the following points: Switch off the system and remove the power plugs from the power outlets ●...
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ● Fujitsu is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by Fujitsu. The correction of interferences caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
Important information The use of shielded I/O cables is required when connecting this equipment to any and all optional peripheral or host devices. Failure to do so may violate FCC and ICES rules. WARNING: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
A connector. Environmental protection Environmentally-friendly product design and development This product has been designed in accordance with the Fujitsu standard for "environmentally friendly product design and development". This means that key factors such as durability, selection and labeling of materials, emissions, packaging, ease of dismantling and recycling have been taken into account.
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Details regarding the return and recycling of devices and consumables within Europe can also be found in the "Returning used devices" manual, via your local Fujitsu branch or from our recycling center in Paderborn: Fujitsu Technology Solutions Recycling Center D-33106 Paderborn Tel.
Hardware installation CAUTION! Follow the safety instructions in the chapter "Important information" ● on page Do not expose the server to extreme environmental conditions (see ● "Ambient conditions" on page 23). Protect the server from dust, humidity and heat. Make sure that the server is acclimatized for the time indicated in this ●...
Hardware installation Unpacking the server CAUTION! Follow the safety instructions in "Important information" on page The server must always be lifted or carried by at least two people. (For the Japanese market, please refer to " 安全上のご注意 ".) Do not unpack the server until it is at its installation location. Ê...
If several units are simultaneously extended out of the rack, there is a risk that the rack could tip over. Fujitsu rack systems The rack systems from Fujitsu support the installation of PRIMERGY servers: – PRIMECENTER rack – PRIMECENTER M1 rack –...
Hardware installation The main features of Fujitsu rack systems are as follows: – rail systems that can be mounted without tools – support systems having a linear alignment feature to ensure that they can be adjusted to different rack depths Asymmetrical PRIMECENTER Rack and DataCenter Rack provide an enhanced cable management in the lateral rack area.
Hardware installation 5.3.1 Connecting the monitor Ê Plug the data cable for the monitor into the video connector on the server (see figure 3 on page 45). CAUTION The height of VGA cable connectors can vary. Please make sure that the VGA connector cables do not interfere with the server below.
Hardware installation Ê Connect the monitor to the video connector at the rear. If a separate graphics card is installed in a slot, the graphic controller on the system board is automatically deactivated. The corresponding video connector can not be used. Plug the video cable of the monitor into the video connector of the graphics card.
Hardware installation 5.4.1 Using the cable clamps (hot-plug PSU) You can secure the power cord using a cable clamp to ensure that the insulated connector cannot be disconnected from the server accidentally. The cable clamp is included in the accessories pack that is delivered together with the server. Figure 4: Using cable clamps Ê...
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Hardware installation Connecting cables Ê Turn off all power and equipment switches. Ê Disconnect all power plugs from the properly grounded power outlets. Ê Connect all cables to the server and peripherals. Ê Plug all data communication cables into the utility sockets. Ê...
Starting up and operation CAUTION! Please note the safety instructions in chapter "Important information" on page Control elements and indicators 6.1.1 Front of the server Figure 5: Buttons and indicators on the front panel module 1 Reset button 5 Global Error indicator 2 NMI button 6 HDD/SSD activity indicator 3 ID button...
Starting up and operation 6.1.1.1 Control elements Pos. Symbol Button Function This button is used to reboot the system. It can be pressed using the end of a paper clip. Reset button CAUTION! Risk of data loss! This button is used to troubleshoot software and device driver errors.
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Starting up and operation Pos. Symbol Indicator Status Description no critical event (CSS component) prefailure detected (CSS orange on component) [CSS] indicator orange CSS component failure flashing no critical event (non CSS component) prefailure detected (non CSS orange on component) indicates a failure of a non CSS Global component.
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Starting up and operation Pos. Symbol Indicator Status Description is on in the following cases: – the system is in power-off mode but connected to the mains (AC connected) – the system has been switched green on on and is in power-on delay After connecting the server connected to the mains it takes about...
Starting up and operation 6.1.1.3 ID card Figure 6: ID card You can pull out the ID card (1) and push it back again. The ID card contains various system information, such as the product name, serial number, order number, MAC addresses and DNS name (in the Japanese market, only the product name and the serial number).
Starting up and operation 6.1.1.4 Indicators on the components Indicators on the hot-plug HDD/SSD module Figure 7: Indicators on the hot-plug HDD/SSD module Pos. Indicator Status Description HDD/SSD inactive HDD/SSD HDD/SSD in active phase (drive active, BUSY green on drive being accessed) no HDD/SSD error HDD/SSD faulty or rebuild stopped (drive defective/needs replacing, a...
Starting up and operation 6.1.2 Rear of the server CSS, Global Error and ID indicators Figure 8: Global Error / CSS / ID indicator 1 Global Error / CSS / ID indicator Symbol Indicator Status Description no critical event (non CSS component) prefailure detected (non CSS Global Error orange on...
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Starting up and operation iRMC-related status signals Global error ID indicator Description indicator A remote connection has been established. Local VGA output has blue flashing been disabled during the remote session. An emergency flash of the iRMC blue flashing orange flashing firmware is in progress.
Starting up and operation Indicator on hot-plug power supply unit Figure 10: Indicator on hot-plug power supply unit Pos. Indicator Status Description green power supply unit operational (standby flashing mode) Status indicator power supply unit operational (server green on operating) orange on power supply unit failure 6.1.3...
"Safety Precautions". When operating the device outside of this operating environment, the server may operate improperly and data loss may occur. Furthermore, Fujitsu cannot be held responsible for any related damage, malfunction, or loss of data, etc.
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Starting up and operation Ê Follow the on-screen instructions (see also section "Configuring the server and installing the operating system with the ServerView Installation Manager" on page 63 or section "Configuring the server and installing the operating system without the ServerView Installation Manager"...
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Starting up and operation – After power failure The server automatically reboots following a power failure (depending on the settings in the BIOS or in iRMC S4). – Power button override The system can be switched off (hard power off) by keeping the On/Off button (approximately 4 - 5 seconds).
The controller has its own configuration utility. For further information, refer to the “Embedded MegaRAID Software User’s Guide” (on the Fujitsu manuals server under x86 Servers - Expansion Cards - Storage Adapters - LSI Configuration Software). Descriptions of operating systems not covered in the controller manual are provided in the corresponding readme under: http://www.fujitsu.com/global/services/computing/server/ia/driver/index.html...
A separate utility is available to the controller for MegaRAID configuration. For further information, refer to the "LSI MegaRAID SAS Software User Guide" (on the Fujitsu manuals server under x86 Servers - Expansion Cards - Storage Adapters - LSI Configuration Software).
The software that can be installed depends on your server’s hardware configuration. This configuration is detected automatically. Descriptions of operating systems not covered in the RAID controller manual are provided in the corresponding readme files under: http://www.fujitsu.com/global/services/computing/server/ia/driver/index.html (for the global market). http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/downloads/ (for the Japanese market).
Starting up and operation 6.3.4 Configuring the server and installing the operating system without the ServerView Installation Manager Configuring the onboard SAS/SATA controller Configure the controller as described in section "Configuring the onboard SATA controller" on page Configure SAS/SATA RAID controller with "MegaRAID functionality" Configure the controller as described in section "Configuring the SAS/SATA RAID controller"...
Starting up and operation Cleaning the server CAUTION! Switch off the server and disconnect the power plugs from the properly grounded power outlets. Do not clean any interior parts yourself; leave this job to a service technician. Do not use any cleaning agents that contain abrasives or may corrode plastic.
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Starting up and operation Operating Manual RX2510 M2...
By combining these options, you can also achieve optimum protection for your system. A detailed description of the Security menu and how to assign passwords can be found in the "D3279 BIOS Setup Utility for FUJITSU Server PRIMERGY RX2510 M2 Reference Manual". Operating Manual...
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Property and data protection Operating Manual RX2510 M2...
Troubleshooting and tips CAUTION! Follow the safety instructions in the "Safety notes and regulations" manual or " 安全上のご注意 " and in chapter "Important information" on page If a fault occurs, attempt to resolve it using the measures described: – in this chapter, –...
Troubleshooting and tips Server switches itself off Server Management has detected an error Ê Check the error list of System Event Log in ServerView Operations Manager or in the iRMC web interface, and attempt to eliminate the error. Screen remains blank Monitor is switched off Ê...
Troubleshooting and tips Flickering stripes on monitor screen CAUTION! Switch off the server immediately. Risk of damaging the server. Monitor does not support the set horizontal frequency Ê Find out which horizontal frequency your monitor screen supports. You will find the horizontal frequency (also known as line frequency or horizontal deflection frequency) in the documentation for your monitor.
If the date and time are still wrong after the server has been switched off and back on again, replace the lithium battery (for a description refer to the "FUJITSU Server PRIMERGY RX2510 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual") or contact our customer service team.
If the drive continues to be shown as defective, then replace it. 8.10 Error message on screen The meaning of the error message is explained in the documentation for the relevant components and programs on the Fujitsu manuals server. 8.11 Expansion cards or onboard devices not recognized When an expansion card is added, other expansion cards or onboard devices might not be recognized.
The upper limit is 35°C for standard server and 40°C or 45°C with Fujitsu Advanced Thermal design. Ê Although continued use within the temperature boundaries poses no problems within itself, reconsider the surrounding environment conditions if this log is output or if ServerView issues this notification.
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