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  • Page 1 ThinkServer TS430 User Guide Machine Types: 0387, 0388, 0389, 0390, 0391, 0392, 0393, and 0441...
  • Page 2 • Appendix A “Notices” on page 185 Fourth Edition (June 2012) © Copyright Lenovo 2011, 2012. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    RAID configuration utilities ..hardware RAID ... . . Lenovo ThinkServer EasyManage ..Configuring the Ethernet controllers ..
  • Page 4 ThinkServer Web site ..Installing or removing the Intelligent Lenovo Support Web site..Diagnostics Module ...

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    제품을 사용하기 전에 제품과 함께 제공되는 문서 DVD의 다국어 안전 지침을 주의 깊게 읽어보십시오. Voordat u het product gebruikt, moet u ervoor zorgen dat u de meertalige veiligheidsinstructies op de documentatie-dvd van het product hebt gelezen en begrijpt. © Copyright Lenovo 2011, 2012...
  • Page 6 Ensure that you read and understand all caution and danger statements in this document before you perform the procedures. Read and understand any additional safety information that is included with the server or optional device before you install, remove, or replace the device. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 7 Do not: • Throw or immerse into water • Heat to more than 100°C (212°F) • Repair or disassemble Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. © Copyright Lenovo 2011, 2012...
  • Page 8 The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 9 Statement 9 CAUTION: Disconnect the hot-swap fan cables before removing the fan from the device to protect against personal injury. Statement 10 CAUTION: The following label indicates a sharp-edge hazard. © Copyright Lenovo 2011, 2012...
  • Page 10 In addition, the device might have multiple connections to dc power. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all connections to dc power are disconnected at the dc power input terminals. viii ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 11 This product contains a Class 1M laser. Do not view directly with optical instruments. Statement 18 CAUTION: Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted products. Statement 19 CAUTION: Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. © Copyright Lenovo 2011, 2012...
  • Page 12 Statement 20 CAUTION: A lithium ion battery is provided. To avoid possible explosion, do not burn the battery. Replace the battery only with the Lenovo-approved part. Recycle or discard the battery as instructed by local regulations. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1. General Information

    The Lenovo Limited Warranty (LLW) contains the warranty terms that apply to the product you purchased from Lenovo. Read the LLW on the documentation DVD that comes with your server. A printable generic version of the latest LLW also is available in more than 30 languages at http://www.lenovo.com/warranty/llw_02.

  • Page 14: Server Documentation

    When you register your server, information is entered into a database, which enables Lenovo to contact you in case of a recall or other severe problem. After you register your server with Lenovo, you will receive quicker service when you call Lenovo for help. In addition, some locations offer extended privileges and services to registered users.
  • Page 15 DVD. Note: Lenovo maintains pages on the World Wide Web where you can get the latest technical information and download documentation or device drivers and updates. Some information in the documents on the documentation DVD might change without notice after the first release of the DVD.
  • Page 16 Document for trained service personnel only The following document is intended for trained service personnel of Lenovo and is only available in English on the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkServerUserGuides Hardware Maintenance Manual This document provides information about troubleshooting and diagnostics, component locations, and replacement procedures for major Field Replaceable Units (FRUs).

  • Page 17: Chapter 2. Server Setup Road Map

    ThinkServer EasyStartup program. 9. Check for firmware and driver updates. See “Updating the firmware” on page 82. 10. Install other applications. Refer to the documentation that comes with the applications that you want to install. © Copyright Lenovo 2011, 2012...
  • Page 18 ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 19: Chapter 3. Product Overview

    This topic provides general information about the server features for a variety of models. Depending on your specific model, some features might vary or not be available. For information about your specific model, use the Setup Utility program. See “Viewing information in the Setup Utility program” on page 57. © Copyright Lenovo 2011, 2012...
  • Page 20 • Intel Xeon dual-core microprocessor • Intel Core™ i3 microprocessor For a list of the ThinkServer microprocessor options, go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. Click the Products tab, which is in the middle area of the Web page. Then, click Options ➙ ThinkServer Processors to view the information.

  • Page 21: Features

    RDX USB drive bundle. In your server, the P6 power connector of the power supply is for the RDX USB drive bundle. You can purchase this option from Lenovo. The option name is Lenovo Removable Disk Technology (RDX) USB Drive Bundle. The RDX technology combines tape backup with disk storage to help you protect and archive data.
  • Page 22 Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) and the Platform Environment Control Interface (PECI), to provide more system management functions. Refer to the Remote Management Module User Guide on the documentation DVD that comes with your server for more information. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 23 (iKVM) key. The iKVM key is a remote management module. You can purchase an iKVM key from Lenovo and install it on the iKVM key connector on the system board of your server to enable the remote management function and activate the advanced system management features.

  • Page 24: Specifications

    (bootable) ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD. The user guide for the program is also on the DVD and can be accessed directly from the program interface. For detailed information, see “Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup program” on page 70. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 25: Thinkserver Easyupdate Firmware Updater

    The BIOS and TMM (also known as BMC) firmware keeps updating after the shipment of the server. Lenovo maintains pages on the Support Web site and provides the BIOS and TMM update utilities with instructions for download to help you update the BIOS and TMM firmware if needed. For more information, see “Updating or recovering the BIOS”...
  • Page 26 The following illustration is a sample of the machine type, model, and serial number labels on the server. Note: Depending on the model type, your server might look slightly different from the illustration in this topic. Figure 2. Machine type, model, and serial number labels ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 27: Front View Of The Server

    Front view of the server This topic provides information to help you locate the parts on the front of the server. The following illustration shows the front view of the server. Figure 3. Front view of the server Front panel Front door Optical drive bay 2 (with an optical drive installed Front door lock...
  • Page 28 The front door handle helps you to open the front door. Intelligent Diagnostics Module panel The Intelligent Diagnostics Module panel is only available in models that come with an Intelligent Diagnostics Module. For more information, see “Intelligent Diagnostics Module” on page 18. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 29: Front Panel

    Front panel This topic provides information to help you locate the control, connectors, and LEDs on the front panel of the server. The following illustration shows the control, connectors, and LEDs on the front panel of the server. Depending on the model, your server might look slightly different from the following illustration. Figure 4.

  • Page 30: Intelligent Diagnostics Module

    USB printer. If you have more than six USB devices, you can purchase a USB hub, which you can use to connect additional USB devices. Intelligent Diagnostics Module This topic provides information about the Intelligent Diagnostics Module (IDM) and the diagnostic LEDs on the panel of the IDM. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 31: Rear View Of The Server

    Note: The IDM is only available in some models. The following illustration shows the location of the IDM and the diagnostic LEDs on the IDM panel in the front of the server. Depending on the model, your server might look slightly different from the following illustration. Figure 5.
  • Page 32 Figure 6. Rear view of the server with a non-hot-swap power supply assembly Power cord connector Expansion card area Serial port Ethernet connector 1 (RJ-45) VGA DB-15 connector Ethernet connector 2 for system management (RJ-45) USB connectors (4) Front door key ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 33 For server models that have hot-swap redundant power supplies, there might be one or two power cord connectors on the rear of the server. For each hot-swap redundant power supply, there might be one or two status LEDs on the power supply near the power cord connector. When the green LED is lit, it indicates that the hot-swap redundant power supply is working correctly.

  • Page 34: Server Locks

    Locking the server cover helps prevent unauthorized access to the inside of your server and locking the front door helps prevent unauthorized access to the installed hard disk drives. Note: Depending on the model, your server might look slightly different from the illustrations in this topic. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 35 Padlock Your server comes with a padlock loop so that the server cover cannot be removed when a padlock is installed. Figure 8. Padlock Chapter 3 Product overview...
  • Page 36 The cable lock also locks the server cover. This is the same type of lock used with many notebook computers. You can order an integrated cable lock directly from Lenovo by searching for Kensington at: http://www.lenovo.com/support...

  • Page 37: Server Components

    Front door lock You can remove the key attached on the server and use it to open or lock the front door of the server. The front door helps protect the hard disk drive cages to prevent unauthorized access to the installed hard disk drives.
  • Page 38 Power supply Hard disk drive bay 1 Four memory slots (installed memory modules vary by model) Hard disk drive bay 0 • For more information about , see “Front view of the server” on page 15. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 39 Note: The Intelligent Diagnostics Module is only available in some models and the IDM panel also varies by model. See “Intelligent Diagnostics Module” on page 18. • There is a 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive or a dummy hard disk drive tray installed in each hard disk drive bay ( Note: The number of the installed hard disk drives varies by model.
  • Page 40 , see “Front view of the server” on page 15. Note: The Intelligent Diagnostics Module is only available in some models and the IDM panel also varies by model. See “Intelligent Diagnostics Module” on page 18. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 41 • There is a 2.5-inch hot-swap SAS hard disk drive or a dummy hard disk drive tray installed in each hard disk drive bay ( Note: The number of the installed hard disk drives varies by model. For the vacant drive bay, there is a dummy hard disk drive tray to cover the place.
  • Page 42 • There is a 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive or a dummy hard disk drive tray installed in each hard disk drive bay ( Note: The number of the installed hard disk drives varies by model. For the vacant drive bay, there is a dummy hard disk drive tray to cover the place. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 43 • For information about the supported expansion card, see “System board components” on page 45. • Depending on the model, your server might come with a screw-secured, non-hot-swap power supply assembly or one or two hot-swap redundant power supplies. • For more information about the memory modules, see “Memory module installation rules” on page 94. The following illustration shows the components of server models with up to four 3.5-inch non-hot-swap hard disk drives.

  • Page 44: Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive Status Leds

    Each hot-swap hard disk drive has two status LEDs on the front. Unlock and open the front door to gain access to the hard disk drives and view the status LEDs. Figure 15. 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive status LEDs ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 45: Raid Card

    Figure 16. 2.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive status LEDs Hard disk drive activity LED Hard disk drive RAID status LED Description The hard disk drive has failed or is not present. On, green The hard disk drive is present but not in use.
  • Page 46 Some server models come with a required RAID card to provide advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID functions to the server. You also can purchase the RAID card from Lenovo and install it into models that support the RAID card to get advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID functions. See “Installing or removing the RAID card”...

  • Page 47: Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive Backplane

    ThinkServer RAID 700 Adapter (also known as ThinkServer 9260-8i SAS RAID Adapter) The following illustration shows the connectors on the ThinkServer RAID 700 Adapter. Figure 18. ThinkServer RAID 700 Adapter Ports 7-4 External connector Ports 3-0 Board-to-board connector Ports 7-4 Used to connect a mini-SAS signal cable.
  • Page 48 SAS hard disk drives with two backplanes Figure 19. Hot-swap hard disk drive backplane locations Backplane for 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drives This topic provides information to help you locate the connectors on a 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive backplane. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 49 The following illustrations show the connectors on a 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive backplane. Figure 20. Front view of the 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive backplane Slot 0 for a 3.5-inch SATA or SAS hot-swap hard Slot 2 for a 3.5-inch SATA or SAS hot-swap hard disk drive disk drive Slot 1 for a 3.5-inch SATA or SAS hot-swap hard Slot 3 for a 3.5-inch SATA or SAS hot-swap hard disk drive...
  • Page 50 Slot 7 for a 2.5-inch SAS hot-swap hard disk drive drive Figure 23. Rear view of the 2.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive backplane 8-pin power connector Used to connect the P5 power connector of the power supply. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 51: Connecting The Cables

    Mini-SAS signal cable connector 2 Used to connect the mini-SAS connector on one end of the mini-SAS signal cable. Mini-SAS signal cable connector 1 Used to connect the mini-SAS connector on one end of the mini-SAS signal cable. Connecting the cables This topic provides instructions on how to connect the mini-SAS signal cables to the hot-swap hard disk drive backplanes and the system board, and how to connect the mini-SAS signal cables to the hot-swap hard disk drive backplanes and the required RAID card if one is installed.
  • Page 52 “Locations” on page 13. For information about connecting the appropriate power connector of the power supply to the backplane, see “Hot-swap hard disk drive backplane” on page 35. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 53 Connecting cables for models with up to eight 2.5-inch SAS hot-swap hard disk drives and one backplane For models with up to eight 2.5-inch SAS hot-swap hard disk drives and one backplane, a RAID card must be installed in the server. The following cables, which come with the RAID card, are required: •...
  • Page 54 Connecting cables for models with up to four 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drives and one backplane For server models with up to four 3.5-inch SATA hot-swap hard disk drives and one backplane, you can connect the cables in one of the following ways: ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 55 • Connect the SATA hard disk drives to the SATA connectors on the system board. If you connect the SATA hard disk drives to the system board, you can configure RAID using the configuration utility for the onboard SATA software RAID. •...
  • Page 56 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive backplane. Figure 28. Connecting cables for models with one 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive backplane and a ThinkServer RAID 700 Adapter ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 57: System Board Components

    For connector location information about the RAID card, hot-swap hard disk drive backplane, and the system board, refer to the related topics in “Locations” on page 13. For information about connecting the appropriate power connector of the power supply to the backplane, see “Hot-swap hard disk drive backplane”...
  • Page 58 The microprocessor for your server is secured in the microprocessor socket on the system board and a heat sink and fan assembly is installed above the microprocessor to provide cooling. For more information about your microprocessor type, see “Features” on page 7. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 59 Intel C202 chip The Intel C202 chip on the system board serves as a platform controller hub (PCH), which provides the data buffering and interface arbitration required to ensure that system interfaces operate efficiently and provides the bandwidth necessary for the system to achieve peak performance. The chip supports and provides many features, including the onboard SATA software RAID.

  • Page 60: System Board Jumpers

    A jumper usually is encased in a non-conductive block of plastic for convenient use and avoiding any possible damage to a live circuit. Jumper pins arranged in groups on the system board are ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 61 called jumper blocks. When two or more jumper pins are capped with a jumper, an electrical connection is made between them and the equipment is thus instructed to activate certain settings accordingly. The following illustration shows a jumper in the default setting position (pin 1 and pin 2). This is the correct position for normal operation.
  • Page 62 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server. 2. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 87. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 63 3. Lay the server on its side for easier operation. 4. Locate the Clear CMOS /Recovery jumper on the system board and then move the jumper from the default normal position (pin 1 and pin 2) to the short-circuited position (pin 2 and pin 3). 5.

  • Page 64: System Board Leds

    POST code diagnostic LED #7 - Most Significant Bit (MSB) Bit (LSB) POST code diagnostic LED #5 POST code diagnostic LED #3 System board hardware fault LED When this LED is lit, it indicates that the system board hardware has failed. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 65 Hardware Maintenance Manual. See “Server documentation” on page 2 for information about the Hardware Maintenance Manual. Note: The POST code diagnostic LEDs and POST error code information are intended for trained service personnel of Lenovo. Chapter 3 Product overview...
  • Page 66 ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 67: Chapter 4. Turning On And Turning Off The Server

    1. When you turn off the server and leave it connected to an ac power source, the server also can respond to a remote request to turn on the server. To remove all power from the server, you must disconnect the server from the ac power source. © Copyright Lenovo 2011, 2012...
  • Page 68 2. For information about your specific operating system, refer to the related documentation or help system for the operating system. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 69: Chapter 5. Configuring The Server

    – Select SATA Configuration. Then, select the desired SATA port from SATA Port0 to SATA Port5 to view the information about the installed SATA devices, such as a SATA hard disk drive or an optical drive. © Copyright Lenovo 2011, 2012...

  • Page 70: Setup Utility Program Interface

    BIOS to the version in the image. See “System board jumpers” on page 48. 2. Lenovo provides the BIOS update utility on the Lenovo Support Web site. You can download the BIOS image and follow the instructions on the Web site to update the BIOS. See “Updating or recovering the BIOS”...

  • Page 71: Advanced Menu

    The following illustration shows an example of the Main menu in the Setup Utility program. Figure 33. An example of the Main menu in the Setup Utility program To set the system date and time on the Main menu, see “Setting the system date and time” on page 66. Advanced menu This topic provides information about the various configuration menus and items on the Advanced menu in the Setup Utility program.
  • Page 72 Power on by RTC Alarm • Disabled Enable or disable powering on by RTC alarm. • Enabled Restore on AC Power Loss • Stay off Select the system resume status after ac power loss. • Last State ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 73 Menu item Submenu item Selections Comments If the power is interrupted • Power on when the server is on, after the power resumes: • If you have selected Stay off, the server will stay in the off state. • If you have selected Last State, the server will resume to the last state.

  • Page 74: Security Menu

    Some items are displayed on the menu only if the server supports the corresponding features. Notes: • Enabled means that the function is configured. • Disabled means that the function is not configured. • Default values are in boldface in the Selections column. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 75: Server Management Menu

    Security menu items Menu item Selections Comments Set Administrator Password Set an administrator password to protect against unauthorized access to your server. See “Using passwords” on page 67. Set User Password Set a user password to protect against unauthorized access to your server.

  • Page 76: Boot Options Menu

    Notes: • Enabled means that the function is configured. • Disabled means that the function is not configured. • Default values are in boldface in the Selections column. Boot Options menu items ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 77 Menu item Selections Comments • UEFI Device Boot Option #1 Set the first startup device. • Hard Disk Drive • Optical Disk Drive • Removable Device • Network Device Boot Option #2 • UEFI Device Set the second startup device. •...

  • Page 78: Setting The System Date And Time

    3. Use the Tab key to switch between data elements and type the numbers from the keyboard to set the system date and time. 4. Press F10 to save settings and exit the Setup Utility program. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 79: Using Passwords

    Using passwords By using the Setup Utility program, you can set a password to prevent unauthorized access to your server. You do not have to set a password to use your server. However, using a password improves computing security. If you decide to set a password, read the following topics. Setup Utility program password type The following types of passwords are available in the Setup Utility program: •...

  • Page 80: Configuring The Tpm Function

    TPM module installed in your server. See “Installing the TPM module” on page 117. You can purchase a TPM module from Lenovo. After installing a TPM module, you need to check if the TPM function is enabled in the Setup Utility program.

  • Page 81: Exiting The Setup Utility Program

    Setup Utility program” on page 57. The TMM firmware provides remote management features. Lenovo might make changes and enhancements to the BIOS and TMM firmware. When updates are released, they are available for download on the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/drivers. You can update the server firmware by downloading an update package and following the instructions on the Web page.

  • Page 82: Using The Thinkserver Easystartup Program

    To update (flash) the BIOS, do the following: 1. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/drivers and follow the instructions on the Web page to locate the BIOS update package. 2. Download the BIOS update package and the installation instructions in a TXT file. Then, print the installation instructions.

  • Page 83: Features Of The Thinkserver Easystartup Program

    • Ability to install the operating system and device drivers in an unattended mode to save time • Ability to create a reusable response file that can be used with similarly configured Lenovo servers to make future installations even faster Starting the ThinkServer EasyStartup program This topic provides instructions on how to start the ThinkServer EasyStartup program.
  • Page 84 3. After selecting the language and keyboard layout, click OK. Then, you will see one or more reminders or messages about configuring storage devices. Click Next until you are presented with the Lenovo License Agreement. Read the Lenovo License Agreement carefully. In order to continue, you must agree those terms by clicking Agree.

  • Page 85: Configuring Raid

    Note: The most up-to-date device drivers for various server models are always available for download on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/drivers • About This menu provides the version information and legal notices.

  • Page 86: Raid For Your Server

    For detailed information about RAID, refer to “Introduction to RAID” in the MegaRAID SAS Software User Guide on the documentation DVD that comes with your server. RAID for your server This topic provides information about the RAID supported by your server. Your server supports the following two types of RAID configurations: ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 87: Configuring Raid Using The Thinkserver Easystartup Program

    Some server models come with a required RAID card to provide advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID functions to the server. You also can purchase the RAID card from Lenovo and install it into server models that support the RAID card to get advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID functions. See “RAID card” on page 33 and “Installing or removing the RAID card”...

  • Page 88: Configuring The Onboard Sata Software Raid

    For most items, the corresponding help message is displayed on the bottom of the screen when the item is selected. If the item has submenus, you can display the submenus by pressing Enter. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 89 After entering the LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility program, you can see the Management Menu on the screen. The Management Menu contains the following menu items: • Configure This menu contains items to help you create a RAID array, view the current RAID configuration, add a new array, delete an existing array, or select a boot virtual drive.

  • Page 90: Initializing A Virtual Drive

    2. Make sure that the operating system is not installed on the virtual drive you are initializing. Otherwise, you need to reinstall the operating system after completing the operation. To initialize a virtual drive using the LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility program, do the following: ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 91 1. Start the LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility program. See “Starting the LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility program” on page 76. 2. On the main interface of the program, select Initialize and follow the instructions on the screen. Setting a hot-spare drive This topic provides instructions on how to set a physical drive as a hot-spare drive using the LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility program.

  • Page 92: Running A Consistency Check

    2. On the main interface of the program, select Objects ➙ Adapter ➙ Chk Const Rate. Note: Use up and down arrow keys to navigate between items and press Enter to select an option. 3. Set the consistency check rate by typing a desired value from the keyboard directly. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 93: Configuring The Advanced Sata Or Sas Hardware Raid

    Some server models come with a required RAID card to provide advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID functions to the server. You also can purchase the RAID card from Lenovo and install it into server models that support the RAID card to get advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID functions. See “RAID card” on page 33 and “Installing or removing the RAID card”...

  • Page 94: Configuring The Ethernet Controllers

    Updating the firmware The firmware in the server is periodically updated and is available for download on the Lenovo Web site. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/drivers and follow the instructions on the Web page to check for the latest level of firmware, such as the BIOS updates and device drivers.
  • Page 95 For detailed information about using the Lenovo ThinkServer EasyManage program, refer to the help system for the program. Chapter 5 Configuring the server...
  • Page 96 ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 97: Chapter 6. Installing, Removing, Or Replacing Hardware

    “Installing, removing, or replacing hardware” on page 94 • “Completing the parts replacement” on page 170 For a list of the ThinkServer options, go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. Click the Products tab and then click Options to view the supported server option information. Guidelines This topic provides some guidelines that you should read and understand before using your server.

  • Page 98: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    50 mm (2 inches) of open space around the front and rear of the server. Do not place objects in front of the fans. For proper cooling and airflow, install the server cover before you turn on ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 99: Working Inside The Server With The Power On

    the server. Operating the server for extended periods of time (more than 30 minutes) with the server cover removed might damage server components. • Properly route the cables. For some options, such as PCI cards, follow the cabling instructions that come with the options in addition to the instructions in this manual.
  • Page 100 It is recommended that you wait three to five minutes to let the server cool before removing the server cover. Figure 34. Sliding the server cover to the rear ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 101: Removing And Reinstalling The Front Bezel

    6. Pivot the server cover outward to completely remove it. Figure 35. Removing the server cover Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, install the server cover before turning on the server. Operating the server for more than 30 minutes with the server cover removed might damage server components. To reinstall the server cover, see “Reinstalling the server cover and reconnecting cables”...
  • Page 102 3. Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs on the left side and pivoting the front bezel outward. Figure 36. Removing the front bezel ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 103: Removing And Reinstalling The Pci Card Bracket Assembly

    4. To reinstall the front bezel, align the other three plastic tabs on the right side of the front bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis, then pivot the front bezel inward until it snaps into position on the left side. Figure 37.
  • Page 104 Carefully move the PCI card bracket assembly to the top side of the chassis until the PCI card bracket assembly is released from the mounting studs on the chassis. Then, lift the PCI card bracket assembly out of the chassis. Figure 39. Removing the PCI card bracket assembly ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 105 4. Reinstall the PCI card bracket assembly by doing the following: a. Install the small low-profile PCI card bracket into the main PCI card bracket as shown. Figure 40. Installing the small low-profile PCI card bracket into the main PCI card bracket b.

  • Page 106: Installing, Removing, Or Replacing Hardware

    This topic provides instructions on how to install or remove a memory module. For a list of the ThinkServer memory module options, go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. Click the Products tab and then click Options ➙ ThinkServer Memory to view the information.

  • Page 107: Installing A Memory Module

    The following illustration helps you to locate the memory slots on the system board. Figure 42. Memory slots on the system board Memory slot 4 (DIMMB2) Memory slot 2 (DIMMA2) Memory slot 3 (DIMMB1) Memory slot 1 (DIMMA1) The following table provides information about the memory module installation rules that you should consider when installing or removing a memory module.
  • Page 108 7. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new memory module to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the new memory module out of the package. Note: Carefully handle the memory module by its edges. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 109: Removing A Memory Module

    8. Position the new memory module over the memory slot. Make sure that the notch on the new memory module is aligned with the key in the memory slot. Then, press the new memory module straight down into the memory slot until the retaining clips close and the new memory module snaps into position. Note: If there is a gap between the memory module and the retaining clips, the memory module has not been correctly installed.

  • Page 110: Installing Or Removing A Pci Card

    Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference. Note: Use any documentation that comes with the PCI card and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic. To install a PCI card, do the following: ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 111 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server. 2. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 87. 3.

  • Page 112: Removing A Pci Card

    To remove a PCI card, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 113: Installing Or Removing The Ethernet Card

    2. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 87. 3. Lay the server on its side for easier operation. 4. Locate the PCI card you want to remove. See “System board components” on page 45. 5. If a PCI card bracket assembly is installed in your server, remove the PCI card bracket assembly. See “Removing and reinstalling the PCI card bracket assembly”...
  • Page 114 5. Right-click one of the listed Ethernet cards with a yellow question mark. 6. Select Update Driver. The Hardware Update Wizard window opens. You will be asked if you permit Windows to connect to Windows Update to search for software. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 115: Installing Or Removing The Raid Card

    7. Make a selection depending on your needs and click Next. 8. Insert the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD that comes with your server into the optical drive. Note: You do not need to use the driver disc that comes with the Ethernet card. 9.

  • Page 116: Removing The Raid Card

    RAID and reinstall the operating system after removing the RAID card. If you remove the RAID card, you will lose the advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID functions. Also, a specific RAID card is required for server models with more than four hard disk drives or models that use SAS hard disk drives. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 117: For The Thinkserver Raid 500 Adapter: Installing Or Removing The Thinkserver Raid 500 Upgrade Key For Advanced Raid

    The TR 500 Key expands the capability of the installed ThinkServer RAID 500 Adapter by activating RAID 5 and RAID 50 levels for advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID. You can purchase a TR 500 Key from Lenovo. Installing the TR 500 key Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information”...
  • Page 118 RAID 5 and 50 levels are available for your server if your server has the required number of hard disk drives installed. For information about how to configure the hardware RAID, refer to the MegaRAID SAS Software User Guide on the documentation DVD that comes with your server. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 119 Removing the TR 500 Key Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 85. This topic provides instructions on how to remove the TR 500 Key if a ThinkServer RAID 500 Adapter with a TR 500 Key option is installed on your server.

  • Page 120: For The Thinkserver Raid 700 Adapter: Installing Or Removing The Thinkserver Raid 700 Battery

    5. Locate the ThinkServer RAID 700 Adapter, which is located in the PCI-E slot 3 on the system board. 6. Remove the ThinkServer RAID 700 Adapter, which is a kind of RAID card. See “Installing or removing the RAID card” on page 103. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 121 Note: Carefully handle the ThinkServer RAID 700 Adapter by its edges and place it on a flat, clean, and static-protective surface after you remove it. 7. Touch the static-protective package that contains the TR 700 Battery to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server.
  • Page 122 91. What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the removal procedure, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 170. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 123: Installing Or Removing The Thinkserver Raid 100 Upgrade Key For Advanced Raid

    Advanced RAID (hereinafter referred to as the TR 100 key). The system board RAID 5 key expands the capability of the system board by activating RAID 5 for the onboard SATA software RAID. You can purchase a system board RAID 5 key from Lenovo. Installing the TR 100 key Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information”...
  • Page 124 This topic provides instructions on how to remove the TR 100 key. Notes: 1. This topic applies only to servers that have a TR 100 key option installed. 2. If you remove the TR 100 key, the onboard SATA software RAID 5 will be disabled. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 125 Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference. Note: Use any documentation that comes with the TR 100 key and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic.

  • Page 126: Installing Or Removing The Thinkserver Management Module Premium

    Therefore, working as an integrated solution in your server, the iKVM key provides an increased level of manageability over the basic server management available to the system board. You can purchase an iKVM key from Lenovo. Installing the iKVM key Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information”...
  • Page 127 5. Locate the iKVM key connector on the system board and then insert the iKVM key into the iKVM key connector. Note: Make sure that the iKVM key is securely seated on the system board. Figure 55. Installing the iKVM key What to do next: •...
  • Page 128 What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the removal procedure, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 170. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 129: Installing Or Removing The Tpm Module

    Installing or removing the TPM module This topic provides instructions on how to install or remove the TPM module. The TPM module is a security chip designed by the Trusted Computing Group (TCG) to provide a hardware method of data encryption. It stores passwords, encryption keys, and digital certificates to help provide security solutions and protect the computer.
  • Page 130 To remove the TPM module, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 131: Installing Or Removing The Intelligent Diagnostics Module

    2. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 87. 3. Lay the server on its side for easier operation. 4. Locate the TPM connector on the system board and then remove the TPM module installed on the TPM connector by lifting it straight up.
  • Page 132 Then, install the screw to secure the Intelligent Diagnostics Module in place. Figure 59. Installing the Intelligent Diagnostics Module 7. Remove the front system fan(s). See “Replacing the front system fan” on page 157. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 133 8. Connect the other end of the signal cable to the Intelligent Diagnostics Module connector on the system board. See “System board components” on page 45. Then, properly route the signal cable of the Intelligent Diagnostics Module. You might need to secure the signal cable with cable clips or ties in the chassis.
  • Page 134 12. If you are instructed to return the old Intelligent Diagnostics Module, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping. What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 135: Installing Or Replacing An Optical Drive

    • To complete the removal procedure, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 170. Installing or replacing an optical drive Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 85. This topic provides instructions on how to install or replace an optical drive.
  • Page 136 RDX USB drive bundle. You can purchase this option directly from Lenovo. The option name is Lenovo Removable Disk Technology (RDX) USB Drive Bundle. Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference.
  • Page 137 • If you are replacing an optical drive, disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the rear of the optical drive. Press the release button in the direction as shown and push the optical drive from the rear until it is projected from the front of the chassis. Then, hold the optical drive from the front and completely slide it out of the chassis.
  • Page 138 8. If necessary, connect the other end of the signal cable to the appropriate SATA connector on the system board. See “System board components” on page 45. 9. Reinstall the front bezel if you have removed it. See “Removing and reinstalling the front bezel” on page 89. 10. Do one of the following: ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 139: Installing Or Replacing A Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive

    7 for more information about the supported hot-swap hard disk drives. For a list of the ThinkServer hard disk drive options, go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. Click the Products tab and then click Options ➙ ThinkServer Hard Drives to view the information.
  • Page 140 1. Use the front door key to unlock the front door and then use the front door handle to pivot the front door to the open position. Figure 66. Opening the front door of the server 2. Locate the appropriate hard disk drive bay. See “Server components” on page 25. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 141 3. Press the release button to open the handle of the hot-swap hard disk drive or the dummy tray. Figure 67. Opening the handle of the hot-swap hard disk drive or the dummy tray Chapter 6 Installing, removing, or replacing hardware...
  • Page 142 5. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new hot-swap hard disk drive to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, take the new hot-swap hard disk drive out of the package. Note: Do not touch the circuit board on the hard disk drive. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 143: Removing Or Installing A Non-Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive

    6. Slide the new hot-swap hard disk drive into the drive bay from the front until it snaps into position and then completely close the handle. Figure 69. Installing the hot-swap hard disk drive 7. Check the hot-swap hard disk drive status LEDs to make sure that the hard disk drive is operating correctly.

  • Page 144: Removing A Non-Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive

    For a list of the ThinkServer hard disk drive options, go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. Click the Products tab and then click Options ➙ ThinkServer Hard Drives to view the information. Removing a non-hot-swap hard disk drive Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information”...
  • Page 145 2. Use the front door key to unlock the front door and then use the front door handle to pivot the front door to the open position. Figure 70. Opening the front door of the server Chapter 6 Installing, removing, or replacing hardware...
  • Page 146 5. Remove the front system fan 1. See “Replacing the front system fan” on page 157. 6. Locate the appropriate non-hot-swap hard disk drive. See “Server components” on page 25. Then, disconnect the SATA signal cable and the power cable from the rear of the non-hot-swap hard disk drive. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 147 7. Insert two fingers into the holes in the two tabs on the front of the blue bracket. Then, press the tabs towards each other and carefully slide the non-hot-swap hard disk drive out of the front of the chassis. Figure 72.

  • Page 148: Installing A Non-Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive

    25 to locate the hard disk drive bays in your server. • For RAID configuration, the hard disk drives must be the same type with the same capacity if they are within a single RAID array. For more information, see “Configuring RAID” on page 73. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 149 • For hard disk drives with different capacities, install the hard disk drive with the lowest capacity first. Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference. Notes: •...
  • Page 150 Then, take the new non-hot-swap hard disk drive and the signal cable out of the package. Note: Do not touch the circuit board on the hard disk drive. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 151 8. Install the new non-hot-swap hard disk drive into a blue bracket by flexing the sides of the bracket and aligning pin , pin , pin , and pin on the bracket with the corresponding holes in the hard disk drive so that the hard disk drive can be seated in the bracket.
  • Page 152 11. Connect the other end of the SATA signal cable to the appropriate SATA connector on the system board. See “System board components” on page 45. 12. Reinstall the front system fan 1. See “Replacing the front system fan” on page 157. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 153: Replacing The Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive Backplane

    13. Align the top edge of the EMI-protective panel with the top side of the hard disk drive cage and then pivot the EMI-protective panel down until it snaps into position. Figure 78. Installing the EMI-protective panel 14. Close and lock the front door. What to do next: •...
  • Page 154 Figure 79. Removing the hard disk drive cage 9. Depending on whether your server has a 2.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive cage with backplane or 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive cage(s) with backplane(s), do one of the following: ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 155 • For the 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive backplane, remove the four screws that secure the backplane and then remove the backplane from the hard disk drive cage. Figure 80. Removing the 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive backplane • For the 2.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive backplane, remove the six screws that secure the backplane and then remove the backplane from the hard disk drive cage.
  • Page 156 14. Refer to your note to reconnect the cables to the backplane. 15. Reinstall the front system fan. See “Replacing the front system fan” on page 157. 16. Reinstall the front bezel. See “Removing and reinstalling the front bezel” on page 89. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 157: Replacing The Non-Hot-Swap Power Supply Assembly

    17. If you are instructed to return the old hot-swap hard disk drive backplane, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping. What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. •...
  • Page 158 Then, push the power supply assembly from the rear until it is released from the metal retaining tab Figure 85. Releasing the non-hot-swap power supply assembly ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 159 8. Pivot the power supply assembly a little bit in the direction as shown and then lift it out of the chassis. Figure 86. Removing the non-hot-swap power supply assembly 9. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new power supply assembly to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server.

  • Page 160: Replacing A Hot-Swap Redundant Power Supply

    Then, install the four screws to secure the new power supply assembly in place. Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. Figure 87. Installing the non-hot-swap power supply assembly 11. Refer to your note and connect the new power supply assembly cables to the system board, all drives, and or hot-swap hard disk drive backplane(s), depending on the model.
  • Page 161 This topic provides instructions on how to replace a hot-swap redundant power supply. This topic applies only to server models that come with one or two hot-swap redundant power supplies. For each hot-swap redundant power supply, there might be one or two status LEDs on the power supply near the power cord connector.
  • Page 162 Figure 88. Removing a hot-swap redundant power supply 2. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new hot-swap redundant power supply to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, remove the new hot-swap redundant power supply from the package. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 163: Replacing The Power Distribution Board And Cage Assembly

    3. Note the orientation of the hot-swap redundant power supply and then slide the new hot-swap redundant power supply into the chassis until it snaps into position. Note: If your server comes with one hot-swap redundant power supply installed in the redundant power supply bay 1 (the bay number is marked on the rear of the chassis) and you are installing a secondary hot-swap redundant power supply to provide redundant power, you need to remove the shield that protects the bay 2 first.
  • Page 164 7. Release the power cables of the power distribution board and cage assembly from the cable clips and ties in the chassis. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 165 8. Remove the four screws at the rear of the chassis and the two screws on the metal clip at the front of the power distribution board and cage assembly. Then, push the power distribution board and cage assembly from the rear until it is released from the metal retaining tab and then carefully lift it out of the chassis.
  • Page 166 Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. Figure 91. Installing the power distribution board and cage assembly 11. Refer to your note and connect the power cables of the new power distribution board and cage assembly to the system board, all drives, and or hot-swap hard disk drive backplane(s), depending on the model.

  • Page 167: Replacing The Front Panel Board Assembly

    Replacing the front panel board assembly Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 85. This topic provides instructions on how to replace the front panel board assembly. Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference.
  • Page 168 Then, take the new front panel board assembly out of the package. 10. Note the cable connection. Then, disconnect the signal cables from the rear of the old front panel board assembly and connect them to the rear of the new one. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 169: Replacing The Front System Fan

    11. Route the signal cables of the new front panel board assembly through the corresponding hole in the chassis and position the new front panel board assembly on the chassis so that the screw hole in it is aligned with the corresponding screw hole in the chassis.
  • Page 170 Note: The front system fan 2 is only available in server models with five to eight 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drives installed. The front system fan 2 should only be factory-installed. Lenovo does not support users and servicers to install a secondary front system fan by themselves.
  • Page 171 5. Press the two tabs of the front system fan towards each other until the two tips are aligned with the corresponding holes in the chassis. Then, carefully slide the front system fan out of the chassis. Figure 94. Removing the front system fan 6.

  • Page 172: Replacing The Rear System Fan

    3. Locate the rear system fan. See “Server components” on page 25. 4. Disconnect the rear system fan cable from the system fan 3 connector on the system board. See “System board components” on page 45. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 173 5. The rear system fan is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts. Remove the rear system fan by cutting the rubber mounts and pulling the rear system fan out of the chassis. Figure 96. Removing the rear system fan 6.

  • Page 174: Replacing The Heat Sink And Fan Assembly

    Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 85. This topic provides instructions on how to replace the heat sink and fan assembly. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 175 CAUTION: Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. CAUTION: The heat sink and fan assembly might be very hot. Turn off the server and wait three to five minutes to let the server cool before removing the server cover. Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference.
  • Page 176 See “System board components” on page 45. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 177: Replacing The Microprocessor

    10. Install the four screws to secure the new heat sink and fan assembly on the system board. It is recommended that you carefully install the four screws using the following method to avoid any possible damage to the system board. a.
  • Page 178 Then, pivot the handle upward until the handle and the microprocessor retainer are in the fully open position. Note: Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated. Figure 100. Lifting the handle to open the microprocessor retainer ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 179 6. Touch only the edges of the microprocessor and carefully lift it straight up and out of the microprocessor socket. Place the old microprocessor on a static-protective surface. Note: Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom of the microprocessor. Figure 101.
  • Page 180 What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 170. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 181: Replacing The System Board Battery

    Replacing the system board battery Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 85. This topic provides instructions on how to replace the system board battery. Your server has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and configuration information for built-in features.

  • Page 182: Completing The Parts Replacement

    Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, reinstall the server cover before turning on the server. Operating the server for extended periods of time (more than 30 minutes) with the server cover removed might damage server components. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 183 Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference. Note: Depending on the model, your server might look slightly different from the illustrations in this topic. To reinstall the server cover and reconnect cables to your server, do the following: 1.

  • Page 184: Updating The Server Configuration

    Attention: To avoid component damage, connect the power cord(s) last. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective CRU. Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives.
  • Page 185 • To use the ThinkServer EasyStartup program, see “Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup program” on page 70. • To update your system firmware, see “Updating the firmware” on page 82. Chapter 6 Installing, removing, or replacing hardware...
  • Page 186 ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 187: Chapter 7. Troubleshooting And Diagnostics

    LEDs, refer to the related topics in “Locations” on page 13. Viewing the system event log The system event log (SEL) contains information about all the POST and system management interrupt (SMI) events. You can view the SEL to diagnose system problems. © Copyright Lenovo 2011, 2012...

  • Page 188: Basic Troubleshooting Tables

    See Chapter 8 “Getting information, help, and service” on page 181. Notes: 1. If you are instructed to remove, install, or replace any CRUs, refer to the related procedure in Chapter 6 “Installing, removing, or replacing hardware” on page 85. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 189: Hard Disk Drive Problems

    2. If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),” this action step is reserved for a trained service technician and must be performed only by a trained service technician. Action Symptom The optical drive is not recognized. 1.
  • Page 190 2. Make sure that the cable connection is correct. See “Connecting the cables” on page 39. 3. Reconnect the power cable. 4. Reconnect the signal cable. 5. Replace the affected signal cable. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 191: Memory Module Problems

    Symptom Action 6. For hot-swap hard disk drives, if you suspect a problem with the backplane, replace the affected backplane. Memory module problems Follow the suggested actions for the corresponding symptom in the order in which they are listed until the problem is solved.
  • Page 192 • The device drivers are installed correctly. • The USB controller is enabled in the Setup Utility program. See “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 57. 2. Restart the server. 3. Replace the USB device. ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 193: Chapter 8. Getting Information, Help, And Service

    Using the documentation Information about your Lenovo system and installed software, if any, or optional devices is available in the documentation that comes with the product. The documentation can include printed documents, online documents, readme files, and help files. Most of the documentation for your server is on the documentation DVD provided with your server.

  • Page 194: Help And Service

    • Check the power switches to make sure that the system and optional devices are turned on. • Use the troubleshooting information in your system documentation on the documentation DVD that comes with your product. • Check for the updated information, new device drivers, and hints and tips on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support If possible, be at your product when you call.

  • Page 195: Using Other Services

    Service availability and service names might vary by country or region. For more information about these services, go to the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com...
  • Page 196 ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 197: Appendix A. Notices

    Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.

  • Page 198: Trademarks

    Lenovo encourages owners of information technology (IT) equipment to responsibly recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed. Lenovo offers a variety of programs and services to assist equipment owners in recycling their IT products. For information on recycling Lenovo products, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/recycling...

  • Page 199: Battery Return Program

    The battery must be recycled or disposed of properly. Recycling facilities may not be available in your area. For information on disposal or batteries outside the United States, go to http://www.lenovo.com/recycling or contact your local waste disposal facility. Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada Battery recycling information for the European Union Notice: This mark applies only to countries within the European Union (EU).

  • Page 200: Particulate Contamination

    If Lenovo determines that the levels of particulates or gases in your environment have caused damage to the server, Lenovo may condition provision of repair or replacement of servers or parts on implementation of appropriate remedial measures to mitigate such environmental contamination.

  • Page 201: Important Information For The European Directive 2002/96/Ec

    Auswirkungen der Geräte auf die Umwelt und den menschlichen Organismus aufgrund gefährlicher Substanzen minimiert werden. Weitere Informationen zur Entsorgung von Elektro- und Elektronikaltgeräten finden Sie unter der Adresse: http://www.lenovo.com/recycling. La marca de Residuos de equipos eléctricos y electrónicos (WEEE) se aplica sólo a los países pertenecientes a la Unión Europea (UE) y a Noruega.
  • Page 202 REEE, por forma a minimizar potenciais efeitos dos EEE sobre o ambiente e saúde pública resultantes da presença de substâncias perigosas. Para obter informações adicionais acerca da REEE consulte o sítio da web: http://www.lenovo.com/recycling. Het WEEE-merkteken (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) geldt alleen voor landen binnen de Europese Unie (EU) en Noorwegen.
  • Page 203 Formålet er at minimere den eventuelle påvirkning af miljøet og menneskers sundhed som følge af tilstedeværelsen af skadelige stoffer. Der er flere oplysninger om affald af elektrisk og elektronisk udstyr på adressen http://www.lenovo.com/recycling. Sähkö- ja elektroniikkalaiteromu (Waste electrical and electronic equipment, WEEE) -merkintä koskee vain Euroopan unionin (EU) jäsenmaita ja Norjaa.
  • Page 204 ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 205: Restriction Of Hazardous Substances Directive (Rohs)

    This topic provides statements about the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS). Turkish RoHS The Lenovo product meets the requirements of the Republic of Turkey Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE).
  • Page 206 This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 2004/108/EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility. Lenovo cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended modification of the product, including the installation of option cards from other manufacturers.

  • Page 207: Energy Star Model Information

    Geräte der Klasse A. Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt, in Übereinstimmung mit dem Deutschen EMVG das EG-Konformitätszeichen - CE - zu führen. Verantwortlich für die Konformitätserklärung nach Paragraf 5 des EMVG ist die Lenovo (Deutschland) GmbH, Gropiusplatz 10, D-70563 Stuttgart. Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. (1) 4: Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 Klasse A.
  • Page 208 • Processor- or core-reduced power states • Variable speed fan control based on power or thermal readings • Low power memory states • Liquid cooling capability ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 209: Appendix B. İthalatçı - İmalatçı / Üretici Firma Bilgileri Ve Diğer Bilgiler

    Appendix B. İthalatçı – İmalatçı / Üretici Firma Bilgileri ve Diğer Bilgiler 1. İmalatçı ya da ithalatçı firmaya ilişkin bilgiler: Ürünün ithalatçı firması, Lenovo Technology B.V. Merkezi Hollanda Türkiye İstanbul Şubesi’dir. Adresi ve telefonu şöyledir: Üner Plaza. Eski Üsküdar Yolu.
  • Page 210 13. İthal edilmiş mallarda, yurt dışındaki üretici firmanın unvanı ve açık adresi ile diğer erişim bilgileri (telefon, telefaks ve e-posta vb.): Lenovo (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. 151 Lorong Chuan No: 02-0 1 New Tech Park Singapore, 556741 Tel: 65-6827-1000 Faks: 65-6827-1100 ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

  • Page 211: Appendix C. Servis İstasyonları Ve Yedek Parça Malzemelerinin Temin Edileceği Adresler

    Garanti Hizmetinin Alınabileceği Merkezler Arızalı Ideapad / IdeaCentre /Lenovo B serisi/Lenovo G serisi /Lenovo H serisi /Lenovo V serisi ürünlerini ücretsiz servise gönderebilmeniz için aşağıdaki numaralardan servis kaydı açtırabilirsiniz. Telefon: 0 212 336 03 66 Ücretsiz aramalar için: 00800 448 825 165 (Sadece sabit hatlardan aranabilir)
  • Page 212 Novatek Bilgisayar Sistemleri San.ve Tic.Ltd.Şti. Adresi: Ayazağa mah. Büyükdere cad. Üçyol mevki Noramin iş merkezi No: 237/A 110 Şişli Posta Kodu: 80300 Web Adresi: http://www.novateknoloji.com/ Telefon: 212 356 75 77 Faks no: 212 356 75 88 ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 213 Peritus Bilgisayar Sist. Dış Tic.San.Ltd.Şti. Adresi: Ziverbey Eğitim Mahallesi, Poyraz Sokak, Sadıkoğlu İş Merkezi 1, D: 15 Ziverbey Kadıköy İstanbul Posta kodu: 81040 Web Adresi: http://www.pbs.biz.tr/ Telefon: 216 345 08 00 Faks no: 216 349 09 92 Seri Bilgi Teknolojileri LTD ŞTI. Alemdağ...
  • Page 214 Telefon: 0414 215 05 52 Fax: 0212 320 81 37 Web: http://www.bdh.com.tr Bilban Bilgisayar Eğitim Tic. San. Ltd. Şti. Adresi: Kızılay işhanı, Kat: 1-2 Şanlıurfa Web Adresi: http://www.bilban.com.tr/ Telefon: 414 215 05 52 Faks no: 414 212 22 12 ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...

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    RAID array replacing front view of the server completing the replacement locations devices, handling static-sensitive DIMM gaseous contamination installation rules German gloss statement installing getting help removing getting information documentation getting service © Copyright Lenovo 2011, 2012...
  • Page 216 PCI card installation rules RAID card installing server cover removing TPM module memory module installation TR 100 key guidelines TR 700 Battery microprocessor installing and using features ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 217 RAID consistency check configuring for your server introduction RAID array creating, adding, or deleting security RAID card front door lock © Copyright Lenovo 2011, 2012...
  • Page 218 TÜV gloss statement system board jumpers locations system board LEDs locations system date updating setting firmware system event log server configuration ThinkServer TS430 User Guide...
  • Page 219 Lenovo ThinkServer EasyManage program passwords Setup Utility program ThinkServer EasyStartup program video subsystem features viewing information Setup Utility program virtual drive initializing Web site compatible options working inside the server with the power on guidelines © Copyright Lenovo 2011, 2012...
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