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Operating Manual - English

PRIMERGY CX270 S2

Server Node

Operating Manual

Edition July 2013

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Page 1: ...Operating Manual English PRIMERGY CX270 S2 Server Node Operating Manual Edition July 2013 ...

Page 2: ...pyright and Trademarks Copyright 2013 Fujitsu Technology Solutions GmbH All rights reserved Delivery subject to availability right of technical modifications reserved All hardware and software names used are trademarks of their respective manufacturers The contents of this manual may be revised without prior notice Fujitsu assumes no liability for damages to third party copyrights or other rights ...

Page 3: ...e components beyond their operating life may result in electrolyte leakage or depletion potentially causing emission of foul odor or smoke As a guideline in a normal office environment 25 C operating life is not expected to be reached within the maintenance support period 5 years However operating life may be reached more quickly if for example the product is used in a hot environment The customer...

Page 4: ...ter issued by JEITA the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association Technology controlled by the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Control Law of Japan Documents produced by Fujitsu may contain technology controlled by the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Control Law of Japan Documents which contain such technology should not be exported from Japan or transferred to non ...

Page 5: ...n 14 3 Installation steps overview 19 4 Important information 21 4 1 Safety instructions 21 4 2 CE conformity 29 4 3 FCC Class A Compliance Statement 30 4 4 Transporting the server node 31 4 5 Environmental protection 31 5 Hardware installation 33 5 1 Unpacking the server node 34 5 2 Installing a server node to the server enclosure 35 5 3 Connecting devices to the server node 37 5 4 Notes on conne...

Page 6: ... onboard SATA controller 48 6 3 2 Configuring the SAS SATA RAID controller 48 6 3 3 Operating system installation 49 6 4 Cleaning the server node 50 7 Property and data protection 51 7 1 BIOS Setup security functions 51 8 Troubleshooting and tips 53 8 1 Power on indicator remains unlit 53 8 2 Server node switches itself off 53 8 3 Screen remains blank 54 8 4 Flickering stripes on monitor screen 54...

Page 7: ...scenarios are high performance computing and virtual client computing the latter utilizing e g Citrix XenDesktop VMware View Premier or Microsoft Windows VDS as enabling software bases Besides two onboard 1 GbE ports three PCIe Gen3 I O slots are provided one for an x16 GPGPU card and the other for two x8 low profile card Diverse interfaces from 1 to 10 Gb Ethernet 10 Gb Fibre Channel over Etherne...

Page 8: ...intended for those responsible for installing the hardware and ensuring that the system runs smoothly It contains all the information you need to put your PRIMERGY CX270 S2 server node into operation To understand the various expansion options you will need to be familiar with the fields of hardware and data transmission and you will require a basic knowledge of the underlying operating system ...

Page 9: ...tion on the server enclosure please refer to the following manuals PRIMERGY CX400 S2 Server Enclosure Operating Manua PRIMERGY CX400 S2 Server Enclosure Upgrade and Maintenance manual I All documentation on PRIMERGY hardware and ServerView software is available online from the Fujitsu manuals server at http manuals ts fujitsu com global market http jp fujitsu com platform server primergy manual Ja...

Page 10: ...following notational conventions are used in this manual Text in italics indicates commands or menu items Quotation marks indicate names of chapters and terms that are being emphasized Ê describes activities that must be performed in the order shown V CAUTION pay particular attention to texts marked with this symbol Failure to observe this warning may endanger your life destroy the system or lead ...

Page 11: ...d for PCIe 3 0 x16 GPGPU Onboard SATA controller A SATA controller is integrated on the system board up to four SATA hard disk drives can be connected to the controller The LSI Embedded MegaRAID software SATA Software RAID supports RAID levels 0 1 and 10 For more information on configuring the controller see section Configuring the onboard SATA controller on page 48 SAS SATA RAID controller The se...

Page 12: ...pansion Cards Storage Adapters LSI SAS SCSI RAID Controllers USB connectors The two USB connectors of the server node support activities carried out by the service technician The maximum length of the external cable are three meters High level of availability and data security When memory data is accessed 1 bit errors are identified in the main memory and automatically corrected with the error cor...

Page 13: ... main board part number product name and manufacturer etc Health status hardware monitoring report Events log view and clear Platform Event Filtering PEF to take selected action for selected events including NMI Watchdog and auto server re start and recovery Support of multi session user and alert destination for LAN channel ...

Page 14: ... type 2 x Intel Xeon processor E5 2600v2 product family Memory slots 16 4 channels per CPU with 8 DIMMs per CPU 16 DIMM in total Memory slot type DDR3 uDIMM regDIMM LR DIMM Memory capacity min max 32 GB 1024 GB Memory protection Advanced ECC SDDC only for registered DIMMs Memory notes Supports uDIMM regDIMM and LR DIMM USB connectors 2 x USB 2 0 Graphics 15 pin 1 x VGA 1 x rear Serial connector 1 ...

Page 15: ... Controller Baseboard management controller BMC IPMI 2 0 compatible SATA Controller Intel C600 for 4x SATA HDD Non Raid or 4x SATA HDD SW Raid 0 1 PCI Express 3 0 x8 2x via riser card PCI Express 3 0 x16 1x via GPGPU riser card Hard disk bays 24x 2 5 inch or 12x 3 5 inch Operating buttons ID blue On Off green orange Operating LEDs On Off green System status green LAN speed green yellow LAN connect...

Page 16: ...able depth rack 200 mm 1000 mm rack recommended Weight 5 5 kg full populated incl mezzanine 1 x PCI ctrl SKD 2 4 kg Weight notes actual weight may vary depending on configuration Rack mounting kit rack mounting kit as option the rack mounting kit is standard for the Japanese market Environment class 3K2 Environment class 2K2 EN 60721 IEC 721 Part 3 3 EN 60721 IEC 721 Part 3 2 Temperature Operation...

Page 17: ...07 USA Canada CSA C22 2 No 60950 1 07 2ed UL 60950 1 2ed Taiwan CNS 14336 China GB 4943 Electromagnetic compatibility International CISPR 22 Europe EN 55022 Class A EN 55024 EN 61000 3 2 EN 61000 3 3 ETSI 300386 USA Canada 47CFR part 15 Class A ICES 003 Taiwan CNS 13438 Class A China GB 9245 GB 17625 Japan VCCI Class A JEITA Korea KN 22 KN 24 CE marking to EU directives Low Voltage Directive 2006 ...

Page 18: ...18 Operating Manual CX270 S2 Functional overview ...

Page 19: ...whether the items delivered match the details on the delivery note see section Unpacking the server node on page 34 Ê Make sure that you have all necessary manuals see Documentation overview on page 9 print out the PDF files if required Ê Components that have been ordered additionally may be delivered loose with the server node For mounting refer to the original component documentation Ê Wire the ...

Page 20: ...d in the ServerView Suite Installation Manager user s guide on the Fujitsu manuals server under Industry Standard Servers Software ServerView Suite Server Installation and Deployment Configuration information can also be found in section Configuring the server node on page 48 Local configuration and installation with or without the ServerView Installation Manager see section Operating system insta...

Page 21: ...e performed by technical specialists A technical specialist is a person who is trained to install the server including hardware and software Repairs to the device that do not relate to CSS failures shall be performed by service personnel Please note that unauthorized interference with the system will void the warranty and exempt the manufacturer from all liability Any failure to observe the guidel...

Page 22: ... in packaging that protects it from impacts and jolts Installation and operation V CAUTION This unit should not be operated in ambient temperatures above 35 C If the unit is integrated into an installation that draws power from an industrial power supply network with an IEC309 connector the power supply s fuse protection must comply with the requirements for non industrial power supply networks fo...

Page 23: ...ded Ethernet cabling has to comply with EN 50173 and EN 50174 1 2 standards or ISO IEC 11801 standard respectively The minimum requirement is a Category 5 shielded cable for 10 100 Ethernet or a Category 5e cable for Gigabit Ethernet Route the cables in such a way that they do not create a potential hazard make sure no one can trip over them and that they cannot be damaged When connecting the serv...

Page 24: ...void if the server node is damaged during installation or replacement of system expansions Only set screen resolutions and refresh rates that are specified in the operating manual for the monitor Otherwise you may damage your monitor If you are in any doubt contact your sales outlet or customer service center Before installing removing internal options to from the server node turn off the server n...

Page 25: ...entical batteries or with a type recommended by the manufacturer refer to the PRIMERGY CX270 S2 Server Node Upgrade and Maintenance Manual Do not throw batteries into the trash can Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations concerning special waste Replace the lithium battery on the system board in accordance with the instructions in the PRIMERGY CX270 S2 Server Node Upgrad...

Page 26: ...pment damage and can fly out of the device danger of injury particularly to uncovered body parts such as the face or neck High humidity and airborne dust levels are to be avoided Electric shocks and or server node failures may be caused by liquids such as water or metallic items such as paper clips entering a drive Shocks and vibrations are also to be avoided Do not insert any objects other than t...

Page 27: ...e the CD DVD BD with a soft dry cloth then let it air dry Do not dry the CD DVD BD using devices such as a hair dryer To avoid dust damage and deformation keep the CD DVD BD in its case whenever it is not in use Do not store CDs DVDs BDs at high temperatures Areas exposed to prolonged direct sunlight or near heating appliances are to be avoided I You can prevent damage from the optical drive and t...

Page 28: ...ays discharge static build up e g by touching a grounded object before working with such components Any devices or tools that are used must be free of electrostatic charge Wear a suitable grounding cable that connects you to the external chassis of the system unit Always hold components with ESDs at the edges or at the points marked green touch points Do not touch any connectors or conduction path...

Page 29: ... documentation such as the Upgrade and Maintenance manual documentation DVD close to the device All documentation must be included if the equipment is passed on to a third party 4 2 CE conformity The system complies with the requirements of the EC directives 2004 108 EC regarding Electromagnetic Compatibility and 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Directive This is indicated by the CE marking CE Communauté Eu...

Page 30: ...l interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver...

Page 31: ... into account This saves resources and thus reduces the harm done to the environment Further information can be found at http ts fujitsu com products standard_servers index html for the EMEA market http jp fujitsu com platform server primergy concept for the Japanese market Energy saving information Devices that do not need to be constantly switched on should be switched off until they are needed ...

Page 32: ...cycling and disposal Please handle returns recycling and disposal in accordance with local regulations Details regarding the return and recycling of devices and consumables within Europe can also be found in the Returning used devices manual via your local Fujitsu branch or from our recycling center in Paderborn Fujitsu Technology Solutions Recycling Center D 33106 Paderborn Tel 49 5251 525 1410 F...

Page 33: ... and heat Make sure that the server node is acclimatized for the time indicated in this table before putting it into operation In the table Acclimatization time the temperature difference refers to the difference between the operating environment temperature and the temperature to which the server node was exposed previously outside transport or storage temperature Temperature difference C Minimum...

Page 34: ...server node to the place where you want to set it up Ê Unpack all individual parts Keep the original packaging in case you want to transport the server node again applies only to EMEA market Ê Check the delivery for any damage during transport Ê Check whether the items delivered match the details on the delivery note Ê Notify your supplier immediately should you discover that the items delivered d...

Page 35: ...r Important information on page 21 I All nodes are hot pluggable Therefore shutting down the multi node server system is not necessary Figure 2 Removing the server node dummy module Ê Remove two one upon each other installed server node dummy modules Ê Undo the locking mechanism 1 and pull the server node dummy module out of the bay 2 of the server enclosure ...

Page 36: ...re 3 Installing a server node Ê Push the handle of the server node completely in the direction of the arrow until the locking mechanism engages Ê If applicable install an additional server node Ê If applicable connect all external cables to the server node ...

Page 37: ...ce Manual The standard connectors are marked with symbols and some are color coded Figure 4 Connection panel of the server node I Some of the devices that can be connected may require the installation and setting up of special software e g drivers see the documentation for the connected device Ê Connect the desired devices to the server node 1 USB connectors 4 Management LAN connector 2 Serial con...

Page 38: ...d is installed in a slot the graphic controller on the system board is automatically deactivated The corresponding video connector can not be used Plug the video cable of the monitor into the video connector of the graphics card Ê Connect the power cord of the monitor to the mains socket strip of the rack I The rated current for the monitor is indicated on the technical data label on the monitor o...

Page 39: ...cables Ê Turn off all power and equipment switches Ê Disconnect all power plugs from the properly grounded power outlets Ê Connect all cables to the server node and peripherals Ê Plug all data communication cables into the utility sockets Ê Plug all power cords into the properly grounded power outlets Disconnecting cables Ê Turn off all power and equipment switches Ê Disconnect all power plugs fro...

Page 40: ...40 Operating Manual CX270 S2 Hardware installation ...

Page 41: ...on V CAUTION Please note the safety instructions in chapter Important information on page 21 6 1 Controls and indicators 6 1 1 Controls of the server node Figure 5 Controls and indicators of the server node 1 ID indicator 2 On off button Power on indicator ...

Page 42: ...of data I The On Off button does not disconnect the server node from the mains voltage To disconnect from the mains completely remove the power plug s Power on indicator green Lights up green when the server node is switched ON Flashes green if the server node has been switched on and is in an error state ID ID indicator blue Lights up blue when the system has been selected by pressing on the ID b...

Page 43: ...te of 1 Gbit s Steady green signal in the event of a LAN transfer rate of 100 Mbit s Remains dark in the event of a LAN transfer rate of 10 Mbit s For Management LAN Steady yellow signal in the event of a LAN transfer rate of 100 Mbit s Remains dark in the event of a LAN transfer rate of 10 Mbit s 2 LAN link transfer Steady green signal when a LAN connection exists Remains dark when no LAN connect...

Page 44: ...p and operation I Depending on the settings in the BIOS the standard LAN connector 1 may also be used as a Management LAN connector You will find further information in the D3196 B100 BIOS Setup Utility for PRIMERGY CX270 S2 Reference Manual ...

Page 45: ...rver node on when the temperature is in its operating environment range 10 C 35 C For details on the operating environment refer to Safety Precautions When operating the device outside of this operating environment the server node may operate improperly damage data etc Furthermore Fujitsu cannot be held responsible for any related damage malfunction or loss of data etc Be sure to wait for 10 secon...

Page 46: ...y be prolonged and the screen may remain dark for about 20 seconds Switching the server node off Ê Shut down the operating system properly The power on indicator item 1 in figure 5 on page 41 is off I If the operating system does not switch the server node off automatically press the On Off button for at least four seconds and or send a corresponding control signal for power button override Other ...

Page 47: ...b interface V CAUTION when turning off the power Windows Server 2008 The operation of the power switch can be specified as Do Nothing Stand by Hibernate and Shutdown depending on the OS settings The default is Shutdown On this server functions corresponding to Stand by and Hibernate are not supported as BIOS and hardware functions For details about operating mode settings refer to the manual suppl...

Page 48: ...ed free of charge from the Internet The overview page showing the online documentation available on the Internet can be found using the URL for EMEA market http manuals ts fujitsu com The PRIMERGY server documentation can be accessed using the Industry standard servers navigation option For the Japanese market please use the URL http jp fujitsu com platform server primergy manual I For RAID manage...

Page 49: ...hat none of the servers from your network has been dedicated to be a PXE server Ê Press the On Off button item 2 in figure 5 on page 41 Your PRIMERGY CX270 S2 server node will boot from the local disk image Ê Follow the on screen instructions iSCSI boot iSCSI Internet SCSI is a protocol for linking servers and data storage facilities similar to the Fibre Channel Protocol FCP iSCSI means SCSI over ...

Page 50: ...gents that contain abrasives or may corrode plastic Ensure that no liquid enters the system Ensure that the ventilation areas of the server node and the monitor are clear Do not use any cleaning sprays including flammable types It may cause a device failure or a fire Clean the keyboard and the mouse with a disinfecting cloth Wipe the server node and monitor casing with a dry cloth If particularly ...

Page 51: ...ions 7 1 BIOS Setup security functions The Security menu in BIOS Setup offers various options for protecting your data from unauthorized access By combining these options you can also achieve optimum protection for your system I A detailed description of the Security menu and how to assign passwords can be found in the D3196 B100 BIOS Setup Utility for PRIMERGY CX270 S2 Reference Manual ...

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Page 53: ...dicator remains dark after you switch on your device Power cable incorrectly connected Ê Make sure that the power cable s is are correctly connected to the server node and the grounded power outlet s Power supply overloaded Ê Disconnect the server node power plug s from the grounded power outlet s Ê Wait a few minutes before you plug it them into the grounded power outlet s again Ê Switch on your ...

Page 54: ...itor Power cable or monitor cable not connected Ê Switch off the monitor and the server node Ê Check whether the power cable is properly connected to the monitor and to the grounded power outlet Ê Check whether the monitor cable is properly connected to the server node and monitor if it is plugged in with a connector If a separate graphics card is installed in the server node then the monitor cabl...

Page 55: ...rect horizontal frequency for your monitor and follow the procedure accordingly 8 5 No screen display or display drifts The wrong horizontal frequency or resolution has been selected for the monitor or for the application program Ê Find out which horizontal frequency your monitor screen supports You will find the horizontal frequency also known as line frequency or horizontal deflection frequency ...

Page 56: ...ime are still wrong after the server node has been switched off and back on again replace the lithium battery for a description refer to the PRIMERGY CX270 S2 Server Node Upgrade and Maintenance Manual or contact our customer service team 8 7 System will not boot The system will not boot after installing a new hard disk drive SAS configuration incorrect Ê Check the settings for the hard disk drive...

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