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2. Installation and Connection

Express5800/E120e-M User's Guide

Chapter 2 Preparations

Installing/Removing the Server

CAUTION

Be sure to observe the following precautions to use the server safely. Failure to
observe the precautions may cause burns, injury, and property damage. For
details, refer to

Safety precautions

Precautions for Use.

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Do not lift the server with two or less persons.

•

Do not drop.

•

Do not leave the server being pulled out.

•

Do not install with the cover removed.

•

Do not get your fingers caught.

(1) Installation

Mount the server to a rack in the following procedure.

Important Always install the server with three or more persons.

1. Push the server into rack, and secure it with screws on left and right sides.

Summary of Contents for E120e-M

Page 1: ...5800 Series Express5800 E120e M User s Guide 10 103 01 101 02 January 2014 2nd Edition NEC Corporation 2014 Model Number N8100 2103F 2104F Chapter 1 General Description Chapter 2 Preparations Chapter...

Page 2: ...n of additional options connection of peripheral devices and ideal location for this server Chapter 3 Setup System BIOS configurations and summary of EXPRESSBUILDER Chapter 4 Appendix Specifications a...

Page 3: ...16 Rack installation 17 Power supply and power cord use 18 Installation relocation storage and connection 19 Cleaning and working with internal devices 20 During operation 21 Warning labels 22 Handlin...

Page 4: ...tion 62 1 9 4 Removal 63 1 9 5 Installing RAID Controller 64 1 10 Additional PCI Riser Kit N8116 31 71 1 10 1 Precautions 71 1 10 2 Installation 71 1 10 3 Removal 79 1 11 Use of Internal hard disk dri...

Page 5: ...2 Exiting SETUP 106 2 3 Description on On Screen Items and Key Usage 107 2 4 Cases that Require Configuration 109 3 EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 111 3 1 Overview 111 3 2 Network Configuration for EXPRESSSCO...

Page 6: ...procedures described are not followed hardware failure data loss and other serious malfunctions could occur Note Indicates items that must be confirmed when handling the server or operating software T...

Page 7: ...names of Windows Windows Server 2012 Windows Server 2012 Standard Windows Server 2012 Datacenter Windows Server 2008 R2 Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise Windows Server...

Page 8: ...arks or trademarks of Adaptec Inc of the United States LSI and the LSI logo design are trademarks or registered trademarks of LSI Corporation Adobe the Adobe logo and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe S...

Page 9: ...ay cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the i...

Page 10: ...10 WEEE Directive Chinese RoHS Vietnam RoHS Vietnam RoHS information relevant for Vietnam market Complying with CIRCULAR No 30 2011 TT BCT Hanoi August 10 2011 Temporary regulations on content limit f...

Page 11: ...License Notification Express5800 E120e M User s Guide 11 Ukraine RoHS...

Page 12: ...D BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS AS IS AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE...

Page 13: ...please contact your retailer 5 Regardless of these 4 items NEC Corporation does not take responsibility for effects resulting from operations 6 The sample values used in this document are not the act...

Page 14: ...ARNING or CAUTION is used to indicate a degree of danger These terms are defined as follows WARNING Indicates there is a risk of death or serious personal injury CAUTION Indicates there is a risk of b...

Page 15: ...hock or fire may be caused Do not touch the server with wet hand Otherwise an electric shock may be caused Do not touch the component specified by this symbol Otherwise an electric shock or burn may b...

Page 16: ...e a rack that conforms to the designated standard This server can be mounted onto a 19 inch rack that conforms to EIA standards Do not mount the server onto any rack that does not conform to EIA stand...

Page 17: ...such as the door or rails When installing the door make sure that both upper and lower hinge pins are held in place Incomplete attachment may cause components to fall off as well as personal injury Do...

Page 18: ...let by using extension cords The electric current exceeding the rated flow overheats the outlet which may cause a fire Insert the power plug into the outlet as far as it goes Heat generation resulting...

Page 19: ...ed Do not install the server in the following places or any place other than specified in this User s Guide Failure to follow this instruction may cause a fire A dusty place A humid place such as near...

Page 20: ...ver with loose cable connections Do not use any damaged cable Cleaning and working with internal devices WARNING Do not disassemble repair or alter the server Never attempt to disassemble repair or al...

Page 21: ...ting the server from the rack may result in personal injury Avoid contact with the server during thunderstorms Do not touch any part of the server including the cables when a thunderstorm is approachi...

Page 22: ...ards This label is either attached or printed on the component to draw attention from users to potential hazards involved in handling the server Do not remove or black out this label and keep it clean...

Page 23: ...s about cleaning Momentary voltage drop may occur due to lightning strike To prevent this use of UPS is recommended In the following cases check and adjust the system clock before operation After tran...

Page 24: ...flecting bright lights and to make the display contents easy to see Working without adjusting the display to a comfortable angle makes it difficult for you to maintain a proper posture and you will ge...

Page 25: ...features of this server and the name of each part 1 Introduction 2 Accessories Verify the condition of your server s accessories 3 Standard Features This section describes the server s features and t...

Page 26: ...rocessor NEC s latest technology and architectures realize high power and high speed operation that cannot be matched by existing servers The server is designed with consideration of not only reliabil...

Page 27: ...ries which are required for setup or maintenance Make sure you have them all for future use Notes on Use Getting Started Make sure you have all accessories and inspect them If an accessory is missing...

Page 28: ...01 712F Intel Xeon processor E5 2430Lv2 2 40GHz 6Core N8101 713F Intel Xeon processor E5 2450v2 2 50GHz 8Core N8101 714F Intel Xeon processor E5 2470v2 2 40GHz 10Core Turbo Boost Technology feature 1...

Page 29: ...inum certified high efficiency power supply Fan control appropriate to environment work load and configuration Silent sound design Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology supported Cold redundant feature...

Page 30: ...lf Test POST Test and Diagnosis T D utility Easy setup BIOS Setup utility SETUP EXPRESSBUILDER Setup utility Maintenance features Allows access from front of the chassis to insert or remove the server...

Page 31: ...ystem environment Monitors temperatures fans voltage power supply and others Temperature Monitors the temperature inside of the chassis Fan Monitors the fans Voltage Monitors the voltage inside of the...

Page 32: ...he USB interface 6 BMC RESET Switch The switch to reset BMC of this server Use the switch only when there is a problem with EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 BMC To use this switch press it at least five seconds...

Page 33: ...om the point of performance and security because LAN port 1 may receive both data 7 SPEED LED The LED indicates the transfer speed of LAN ports 4 6 5 8 Management LAN connector LAN connector which sup...

Page 34: ...4 Names and Functions of Parts Express5800 E120e M User s Guide 34 Chapter 1 General Description 4 3 External View...

Page 35: ...nal View Server Module Left 1 Front Panel Board 2 HDD BP 3 Cooling fans 1 FAN1F R 2 FAN2F R 3 FAN3F R 4 FAN4F R 4 Processor CPU Mounted under the heat sink 5 DIMM Option 6 Motherboard 7 Riser card 8 N...

Page 36: ...erver Module Right 1 Front Panel Board 2 HDD BP 3 Cooling fans 1 FAN1F R 2 FAN2F R 3 FAN3F R 4 FAN4F R 4 Processor CPU Mounted under the heat sink 5 DIMM Option 6 Motherboard 7 Riser card 8 Node BP 9...

Page 37: ...CMOS Jumper switch 9 Clear Password Jumper switch 10 Connector for USB memory module 11 SPI Mezzanine connector EXPRESSSCOPE Profile Key SPI flash memory has been installed where BIOS and BMC configu...

Page 38: ...ure The following table lists STATUS LED patterns their explanation and solution Tips If you have installed NEC ESMPRO you can view error logs to check the causes of failures STATUS LED pattern Explan...

Page 39: ...rm was detected Check if the internal fan cable is properly connected If the LED indication does not change contact your sales representative A temperature warning was detected Check the internal fan...

Page 40: ...Contact your sales representative Flashing green and amber alternately only when RAID system is configured Rebuild is in progress When the failed hard disk drive is replaced rebuild process starts aut...

Page 41: ...ver is connected with network normally Flashing green The server is accessing network Off The server is disconnected from network SPEED LED 1 2 M This LED indicates which network interface is used Two...

Page 42: ...ir explanation AC POWER LED pattern Explanation Solution On green The server is powered on Flashing green The power cord is connected and AC power is supplied Cold Redundant feature is enabled On ambe...

Page 43: ...s chapter describes preparations for using this server 1 Installing Internal Optional Devices You can skip this section if you did not purchase any optional devices 2 Installation and Connection You m...

Page 44: ...Precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions to install and remove optional devices properly and safely WARNING Be sure to observe the following precautions to use the server safety Failur...

Page 45: ...ist watch before working with the server Handling of components Keep any component in an anti static bag until you actually install it to the server Hold any component by its edge to avoid touching an...

Page 46: ...t server Refer to Chapter 2 1 4 Identifying Servers UID Switch 2 If the server module is ON turn it off Refer to Chapter 3 1 Turning on the Server 3 Remove the server module from the server enclosure...

Page 47: ...ng UID Unit ID Switch helps you to identify the target server When the server is working or before you turn the server off or disconnect a cable from the server be sure to identify the target server b...

Page 48: ...Memory Processor CPU PCI card LAN riser card RAID Controller Extra battery for RAID Controller 1 Refer to steps 1 to 3 in Chapter 2 1 3 Overview of Installation and Removal for preparations 2 Lift th...

Page 49: ...ures or damage resulted from installing such a processor will be charged Tips When a processor is additionally installed Windows may log the system event on System Viewer however it is no problem for...

Page 50: ...ch is aligned with the key on the CPU socket Important Be sure to hold the processor only at the edges Pay attention not to touch the bottom of the processor pin section Note Insert the processor whil...

Page 51: ...re that the screw aligns with the screw hole If not the screw may damage the motherboard Note Make sure the location to put the heat sink 10 Make sure that the heat sink is installed on a level with t...

Page 52: ...ance Guide Advanced Processor Configuration Processor Information CPU ID L2 Cache RAM L3 Cache RAM 1 6 2 Replacement Removal To remove processor CPU reverse the installation procedure Important Do not...

Page 53: ...size The maximum available memory size on the server depends on the basic architecture x86 architecture and OS specs List of maximum memory sizes OS The maximum DIMM capacity supported on each OS The...

Page 54: ...additional memory board 1x4GB U 1333MHz 1066MHz N8102 567F 8GB additional memory board 1x8GB U N8102 568F 16GB additional memory board 1x16GB R 1333MHz N8102 569F 32GB additional memory board 1x32GB...

Page 55: ...the smallest slot number of each CPU Installation order depends on combination of DIMMs to be installed See the table below to find allowable combination of DIMMs and install DIMMs starting from the...

Page 56: ...displayed refer to Chapter 3 1 POST Error Message in Maintenance Guide 5 Run BIOS Setup Utility and select Memory Configuration and then Memory Information from the Advanced menu Make sure the capaci...

Page 57: ...LAN Riser Card Important You must avoid static electricity to work with the procedure below For details refer to Chapter 2 1 2 Anti static Measures 1 8 1 Installation Follow steps below to install LAN...

Page 58: ...urely 6 Secure the bracket of LAN Riser Card with two screws you have removed in step 2 7 Install the port cover provided with LAN Riser Card and secure it with four screws you have removed in steps 2...

Page 59: ...ending on OS or RAID Configuration Utility Check the slot location of PCI device by PCI bus number device number and function number shown in the table below PCI device Bus number Device number Functi...

Page 60: ...3 Flash Backup Unit is factory installed including other battery N8103 161 RAID Controller 1 GB RAID 0 1 5 6 Card performance PCI Express 3 0 x8 Dedicated to connect with external devices Flash Backu...

Page 61: ...CB FCoE SFP module has been attached to the server FC bus redundancy is supported by StoragePathSavior Teaming bonding with LAN is not available N8104 141 1000BASE T Riser Card 2ch Card performance PC...

Page 62: ...verview of Installation and Removal for preparations 2 Remove the three screw securing the rise card Hold the both ends of the PCI riser card and lift it straight to remove it 3 Confirm the slot to in...

Page 63: ...stall or remove internal optional devices mount and connect the server and turn it on 9 Make sure that no error messages are displayed on POST screen For details on POST error messages refer to Chapte...

Page 64: ...n the BIOS Setup utility select PCI Configuration from the Advanced menu and then make sure that the parameter of PCI Slot xx Option ROM xx is PCI slot number is set to Enabled When connecting a RAID...

Page 65: ...riser card insert RAID Controller into the slot completely 6 Disconnect SAS cable from SAS connector on motherboard and connect that cable to PORT 0 3 connector on RAID Controller 7 Align the termina...

Page 66: ...ion ROM xx is PCI slot number is set to Enabled When connecting a RAID Controller set the boot priority to 8th or higher in the Boot menu of the BIOS Setup utility If the priority is 9th or lower the...

Page 67: ...excess length portion before connecting the cable See the figure below for excess length portion Connect a cable for FBU Flash Backup Unit of 600 mm length that comes with RAID Controller Align the m...

Page 68: ...t PCI riser card into the slot completely Route the cable as shown in the figure 8 Fix the PCI riser card with three screws you removed in Step 2 Install FBU the flash backup unit with the following p...

Page 69: ...cable as shown in the figure below For the left server module route the cable through cable ties 2 places and cooling sponge and fix it Strip off the lower part of cooling sponge a little to insert t...

Page 70: ...5 Connect the FBU cable 600 mm of which one end was connected with RAID Controller in Step 6 to FBU as shown in the figure FBU cable FBU Right server module Left server module Cooling sponge FBU Exces...

Page 71: ...them cause the server to malfunction due to a connection failure or damage to the leads 1 10 2 Installation Install an additional PCI riser kit and an optional RAID Controller in the following procedu...

Page 72: ...l for preparations 2 Remove the two screws from PCI bracket of RAID Controller and remove the PCI bracket 3 Remove the two screws from the bracket of additional PCI riser kit that secures the RAID Con...

Page 73: ...ket to fix it 2 places 6 Insert the pin terminal of RAID Controller into the riser slot and secure the RAID Controller with two screws removed in Step 3 7 Remove the three screws from bracket and remo...

Page 74: ...le Important Do not touch the terminal part of RAID Controller and motherboard Installing boards with dirt or oil can cause malfunction Applying excess force on RAID Controller may cause damage to RAI...

Page 75: ...CI Device Controller and Option ROM Settings from the Advanced menu and then make sure that the parameter of PCI Slot xx Option ROM xx is PCI slot number is set to Enabled When connecting a RAID Contr...

Page 76: ...aining metal for N8103 172 173 174 from bracket Note Keep the removed retaining metal and a screw for future use 5 Use the two screws that come with additional PCI riser kit and mount the RAID Control...

Page 77: ...Guide 77 Chapter 2 Preparations 7 Insert the pin terminal of RAID Controller into the riser slot and secure the RAID Controller with two screws removed in Step 3 8 Remove the three screws from bracket...

Page 78: ...s the longer cable length is required Extend the excess length portion before connecting the cable See the figure below for excess length portion Remove the fan duct before extending the excess length...

Page 79: ...tion Applying excess force on RAID Controller may cause damage to RAID Controller or motherboard Route the cable as shown in the figure below 11 Secure the bracket of additional PCI riser card with th...

Page 80: ...talling the RAID Controller and configuring the RAID System Note In the RAID System use hard disk drives that have the same specifications capacity rotational speed and standard for each Disk Array Ti...

Page 81: ...d to build a RAID System N8103 172 N8103 173 174 168 RAID 0 1 1 RAID 1 2 2 RAID 5 3 RAID 6 3 RAID 10 4 4 In the RAID System all the hard disk drives SAS SATA or SSD must have the same capacity interfa...

Page 82: ...ated to the RAID Controller you are using The battery is a very delicate electronic device Before installation touch the metal frame part of the server to discharge the static electricity from your bo...

Page 83: ...nd secure it with three screws 5 Install the battery tray for RAID Controller to the server chassis and secure it with two screws you removed in Step 3 6 Remove the fan duct Lift the fan duct while pu...

Page 84: ...wer part of cooling sponge a little to insert the cable The sponge may be damaged if you strip off the sponge excessively so care must be taken Important The cooling sponge is made of soft material an...

Page 85: ...sconnecting the cable 9 Align the black marker on battery control cable with that on connector of RAID Controller and connect the control cable of extra battery to RAID Controller 10 Mount the fan duc...

Page 86: ...disk drive might cause a failure of the server as well as the hard disk drive Note the following precautions to install hard disk drives Hard disk drives having different capacities interface types o...

Page 87: ...ications capacity rotational speed and standard 1 Refer to steps 1 to 3 in Chapter 2 1 3 Overview of Installation and Removal for preparations 2 Locate the bay where you are going to install the hard...

Page 88: ...tray firmly with both hands 6 Slowly close the handle The tray is locked making a clicking sound Note When you push the drive into the bay confirm the handle got hooked on the frame 7 Turn on the serv...

Page 89: ...m BIOS Setup 1 13 3 Replacing a hard disk drive in the RAID System Auto Rebuild In the RAID System you can use the auto rebuild feature to restore data back to the state before a failure occurred The...

Page 90: ...run the system with optimum power efficiency by raising operating efficiency of primary power supply unit and lowering that of redundant power supply unit in redundant power configuration If power ef...

Page 91: ...c hazard Important Do not remove a power supply unit operating normally Tips In redundant power system is configured using two power supply units the failed power supply unit can be replaced while the...

Page 92: ...another power supply unit goes on amber When the power cords are connected AC POWER LEDs on both power supply units light green 6 Confirm by the STATUS LED or on the POST screen that there are no erro...

Page 93: ...ly in the specified environment Do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe CAUTION Be sure to observe the following precautions to use the server safely Failure to observe the precautions may cause...

Page 94: ...e nitrogen dioxide chlorine ammonia ozone etc exist Place where the air or dust includes components accelerating corrosion ex sulfur sodium chloride or conductive metals Place where chemicals may be a...

Page 95: ...autions to use the server safely Failure to observe the precautions may cause burns injury and property damage For details refer to Safety precautions in Precautions for Use Do not drop Do not leave t...

Page 96: ...LEFT to the left side of rack 2 Engage the angle protrusion of rail with the hole on 19 inch rack Mount the rail while pushing the locking mechanism until it is securely locked The figure below shows...

Page 97: ...property damage For details refer to Safety precautions in Precautions for Use Do not lift the server with two or less persons Do not drop Do not leave the server being pulled out Do not install with...

Page 98: ...carefully Important Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the rails or lever 3 Hold the server firmly and remove it from the rack Important While more than three persons are supporting the bott...

Page 99: ...death or serious injury For details refer to Safety precautions in Precautions for Use Do not hold the power plug with wet hands Do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe CAUTION Be sure to observe...

Page 100: ...nally connect the provided power cord to an outlet 1 For connecting with UPS refer to the next section Hub switching hub Hub switching hub 1000BASE T 100BASE TX 10BASE T 1000BASE T 100BASE TX 10BASE T...

Page 101: ...er supply UPS To connect the power cord of the server to the uninterruptible power supply UPS use the connector output on the rear of the UPS For details refer to the manual supplied with the UPS When...

Page 102: ...S Setup You can customize the BIOS settings by following the instructions in this section 3 EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 provides useful features through the Baseboard Management Contro...

Page 103: ...before amber POWER LED is unlit 1 Turn on the peripheral devices and display monitor Note If the power cord is connected to power control system such as an Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS make sure t...

Page 104: ...the initialization messages are displayed However it does not affect system operation The initialization message may not be displayed depending on settings in BIOS SETUP or optional VGA controller is...

Page 105: ...BIOS The utility starts by pressing Ctrl H keys For details on the utility refer to the manual supplied with each optional board Depending on the configuration the message Press Any Key might appear...

Page 106: ...ge appears on the lower left of the screen On screen message depends on your system environment Press F2 SETUP F4 ROM Utility F12 Network If you press F2 key at this time SETUP runs and displays Main...

Page 107: ...er key Press this key to confirm the selected parameter Esc key Cancel the pop up menu Pressing this key on submenu screen takes you to the previous screen If you keep pressing the key the following w...

Page 108: ...Yes restore the parameters of the currently selected item to the default setting This might be different from the parameters configured before shipment Load Setup Defaults Yes No F4 key If you press t...

Page 109: ...d Boot Change the boot order of devices Boot Boot Option Priorities Change the boot priority When you use EXPRESSBUILDER set CD DVD to the highest priority Use remote power on function via modem Advan...

Page 110: ...password 3 times operation stops You cannot operate further Turn off the power Saving changes If you finish configuration select Save Exit and then Save Changes and Exit to save changes and exit If yo...

Page 111: ...o actualize these functions virtual USB mass storage Remote FD Remote CD DVD Remote USB Memory or Virtual Flash is always connected as USB mass storage 3 2 Network Configuration for EXPRESSSCOPE ENGIN...

Page 112: ...er to use DHCP and if DHCP is not used configure IP Address Subnet Mask Tips If Shared BMC LAN is enabled Web feature remote media KVM feature or command line interface feature may be interrupted In t...

Page 113: ...s feature select OS installation on the menu after boot Bundled software Stores various bundled software such as NEC ESMPRO Agent Maintenance Diagnoses your server system To use this feature select To...

Page 114: ...er 3 Setup 5 Installing Software Components Continue to install software components such as OS Refer to the following document and follow instructions Installation Guide Windows Tips Hibernate functio...

Page 115: ...ied with the UPS or the documentation for the application controlling the UPS 1 Shut down the OS 2 The server automatically turns off after the OS shuts down Confirm that POWER LED is OFF DC OFF state...

Page 116: ...Express5800 E120e M User s Guide 116 NEC Express5800 Series Express5800 E120e M Appendix 1 Specifications 2 Interrupt Lines 4 4...

Page 117: ...Management LAN connector 100BASE T 10BASE T supported RJ45 1x rear Power supply Power supply unit must be installed in module enclosure 1000W 1600W 80 Plus Platinum compliant bipolar grounded outlet...

Page 118: ...1600W 80 Plus Platinum compliant External dimensions width x depth x height 447 0 mm x 780 0 mm x 87 0 mm Rails projections are excluded 482 0 mm x 820 0 mm x 87 0 mm Rails projections are included W...

Page 119: ...is table as a reference when you add optional devices Interrupt lines As factory settings interrupt lines are assigned as follows IRQ Peripheral Device Controller IRQ Peripheral Device Controller 0 Sy...

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