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ThinkServer RD650
User Guide and Hardware Maintenance
Manual

Machine Types:

70D0, 70D1, 70D2, 70D3, 70D4, 70D5, 70DR, 70DS,

70DT, and 70DU

Summary of Contents for DU

Page 1: ...ThinkServer RD650 User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types 70D0 70D1 70D2 70D3 70D4 70D5 70DR 70DS 70DT and 70DU ...

Page 2: ...ur product Safety information on page iii Appendix A Notices on page 197 First Edition September 2014 Copyright Lenovo 2014 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: ...up Utility program 55 Viewing information in the Setup Utility program 55 Setup Utility program interface 55 Setting the system date and time 58 Using passwords 58 Selecting a startup device 59 Configuring the TPM function 60 Setting an Ethernet connector for system management 60 Exiting the Setup Utility program 60 Updating or recovering the BIOS 61 Configuring RAID 62 About RAID 62 Configuring R...

Page 4: ... Updating the server configuration 186 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting and diagnostics 187 Troubleshooting procedure 187 Viewing the status and diagnostic LEDs 187 Viewing the system event log 188 Basic troubleshooting tables 188 Lenovo ThinkServer Deployment Manager program problems 188 Optical drive problems 188 Storage drive problems 189 Memory module problems 190 Keyboard mouse and USB device proble...

Page 5: ...teen käyttöä Avant d utiliser le produit veillez à bien lire et comprendre les instructions de sécurité multilingues figurant sur le DVD de documentation fourni avec le produit Πριν χρησιμοποιήσετε το προϊόν βεβαιωθείτε ότι έχετε διαβάσει και κατανοήσει τις οδηγίες ασφάλειας οι οποίες είναι διαθέσιμες σε διάφορες γλώσσες στο DVD τεκμηρίωσης που συνοδεύει το προϊόν Vor Verwendung des Produkts sollt...

Page 6: ... s produktom Preden začnete uporabljati izdelek je pomembno da preberete in razumete večjezična varnostna navodila na DVD ju z dokumentacijo ki ste ga prejeli skupaj z izdelkom Antes de utilizar el producto asegúrese de leer y comprender las instrucciones de seguridad multilingües del DVD de documentación que se proporciona con el producto Var noga med att läsa säkerhetsinstruktionerna på dokument...

Page 7: ...ess instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing moving or opening covers on this product or attached devices To connect To disconnect 1 Turn everything OFF 2 First attach all cables to devices 3 Attach signal cables to connectors 4 Attach power cords to outlets 5 Turn devices ON 1 Turn every...

Page 8: ...ss 3B laser diode Note the following Laser radiation when open Do not stare into the beam do not view directly with optical instruments and avoid direct exposure to the beam Statement 4 18 kg 39 7 lb 32 kg 70 5 lb 55 kg 121 2 lb 32 kg 70 5 lb 55 kg 121 2 lb 100 kg 220 5 lb CAUTION Use safe practices when lifting Statement 5 CAUTION The power control button on the device and the power switch on the...

Page 9: ...oors will not support the weight of the device Statement 8 CAUTION Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached Hazardous voltage current and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached There are no serviceable parts inside these components If you suspect a problem with one of these parts contact a service technician Sta...

Page 10: ...ded on the rails Statement 14 CAUTION Some accessory or option board outputs exceed Class 2 or limited power source limits You must install the appropriate interconnecting cabling in accordance with your local electrical code requirements Statement 15 CAUTION The power control button on the device may put the device in standby mode instead of turning off the device In addition the device might hav...

Page 11: ... 60 V direct current The branch circuit overcurrent protection must be rated in accordance with local electrical code requirements Use 1 3 mm2 or 16 American Wire Gauge AWG copper conductor only not exceeding 3 meters in length Torque the wiring terminal screws to 1 4 newton meters or 12 inch pounds Provide a readily available approved and rated disconnect device in the field wiring Statement 17 C...

Page 12: ...her you can continue without first correcting the problem Consider these conditions and the safety hazards they present Electrical hazards especially primary power primary voltage on the frame can cause serious or fatal electrical shock Explosive hazards such as a damaged Cathode Ray Tube CRT monitor or a bulging capacitor Mechanical hazards such as loose or missing hardware To determine whether t...

Page 13: ...r worn frayed or pinched cables 9 Check that the power supply cover fasteners screws or rivets have not been removed or tampered with Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of the server is required for operator safety and correct system function Proper grounding of the electrical outlet can be verified by a certified electrician Copyright Lenovo 2014 xi ...

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Page 15: ...umentation 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 If you cannot obtain the LLW through the documentation DVD or Lenovo Web site contact your local Lenovo office or reseller to obtain a printed version of the LLW free of charge For warranty service consult the worldwide Lenovo S...

Page 16: ...tion some locations offer extended privileges and services to registered users Server documentation This topic provides a general description of each document for your server and instructions on how to obtain all the documents Printed documents The following documents are printed out and included in your server package Read Me First This is a multilingual document you should read first This docume...

Page 17: ... product This document also includes the Lenovo warranty statement Customer Replaceable Units CRUs information and information about how to contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center Lenovo License Agreement This document includes the terms and conditions of the Lenovo License Agreement User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual This document provides detailed information to help you get familiar ...

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Page 19: ...n Instructions that comes with the server 4 Connect the Ethernet cables and power cords to the server See Rear view of the server on page 25 to locate the connectors 5 Turn on the server to verify operation See Turning on the server on page 53 6 Review the Basic Input Output System BIOS settings and customize as needed See Using the Setup Utility program on page 55 7 Configure RAID and install the...

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Page 21: ... a documentation DVD Features This topic provides general information about the server features for a variety of models Depending on your specific model some features might vary or unavailable For information about your specific model use the Setup Utility program See Viewing information in the Setup Utility program on page 55 You also can refer to the Product Specifications Reference document for...

Page 22: ...icroprocessor four system fans fan 1 to fan 4 are adequate to provide proper cooling However you must keep the locations for fan 5 and fan 6 occupied by dummy fans to ensure proper airflow If your server is installed with two microprocessors ensure that all the six system fans are installed to avoid cooling problems Internal drives Internal drives are devices that your server uses to read and stor...

Page 23: ...ne internal tape drive in some models Expansion slots Two riser card assembly slots on the system board Three PCI Express PCIe slots on system board Three or two PCIe slots on the riser card One AnyFabric slot in the rear of the server For detailed information see Rear view of the server on page 25 Input Output I O features On the rear panel One DisplayPort connector One RJ 45 Ethernet connector O...

Page 24: ...ty features Administrator password and user password to help protect unauthorized access to the server see Using passwords on page 58 ThinkServer Trusted Platform Module TPM which is a security chip to help enhance server security Note The TPM is available only in some models Remote monitoring or control by an administrator to provide protection or help Hot swap redundant power supplies to help av...

Page 25: ...e without turning off the server Preboot Execution Environment PXE The Intel PXE technology enables you to boot your computers load an operating system or deploy executable images from a remote server by using a network interface The operation can be done independently of local data storage devices such as hard disk drives or operating systems Redundant Array of Independent Disks RAID Your server ...

Page 26: ...erature operating 10 C to 35 C 50 F to 95 F 5 C to 40 C 41 F to 104 F 5 C to 45 C 41 F to 113 F Air temperature storage 40 C to 60 C 40 F to 140 F in original shipping package 40 C to 60 C 40 F to 140 F in original shipping package 40 C to 60 C 40 F to 140 F in original shipping package Humidity operating 8 to 80 non condensing 8 to 85 non condensing 8 to 90 non condensing Humidity storage 8 to 90...

Page 27: ...software programs go to the Lenovo Support Web site at http www lenovo com support and follow the instructions on the Web page BIOS and TSM update utilities The BIOS and TSM 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 TSM update utilities with instructions for download to help you update the BIO...

Page 28: ...e following 1 Launch the program through one of the following methods Turn on the server Press F10 as soon as you see the logo screen Then wait for several seconds Deployment Manager opens Start the Setup Utility program Select Boot Manager Launch TDM Deployment Manager opens 2 Read and accept the license agreement 3 Select the language in which you want to view the program Then follow the instruc...

Page 29: ...ectric current calculations and so on The program helps you conveniently manage servers and devices to increase the deployment efficiency significantly For detailed information about using the Lenovo ThinkServer Power Planner program refer to the help system of the program Lenovo ThinkServer System Manager The Lenovo ThinkServer System Manager TSM is a management solution that provides comprehensi...

Page 30: ...e type model and serial number information helps support technicians to identify your server and provide faster service The following illustrations are examples of the machine type model and serial number labels on server models with different drive bay configurations Note Depending on the model your server might look slightly different from the illustrations in this topic Figure 1 Label on server...

Page 31: ...show the server front views based on the supported internal drives Front view of server models with 3 5 inch drives on page 18 Front view of server models with 2 5 inch drives on page 19 Front view of server models with both 2 5 inch drives and 3 5 inch drives on page 20 Front view of server models with a slim optical drive on page 21 Front view of server models with an internal tape drive on page...

Page 32: ... so that the server cannot slide out especially in vibration prone areas For more information refer to the Rack Installation Instructions that comes with your server 2 Front panel For information about the controls connectors and status LEDs on the front panel see Front panel on page 23 3 3 5 inch drive bays 0 11 The EMI integrity and cooling of the server are protected by having all drive bays co...

Page 33: ...tions that comes with your server 2 Front panel For information about the controls connectors and status LEDs on the front panel see Front panel on page 23 3 Pull out information card The machine type model and serial number label of the server is attached on the pull out information card See Machine type model and serial number label on page 16 4 2 5 inch drive bays 0 23 The EMI integrity and coo...

Page 34: ...tion prone areas For more information refer to the Rack Installation Instructions that comes with your server 2 2 5 inch drive bays 0 5 5 3 5 inch drive bays 6 14 The EMI integrity and cooling of the server are protected by having all drive bays covered or occupied The number of the installed drives in your server varies by model The vacant drive bays are occupied by dummy trays When you install d...

Page 35: ...uctions that comes with your server 2 Front panel For information about the controls connectors and status LEDs on the front panel see Front panel on page 23 3 Pull out information card The machine type model and serial number label of the server is attached on the pull out information card See Machine type model and serial number label on page 16 4 2 5 inch drive bays 0 15 The EMI integrity and c...

Page 36: ...with your server 2 Front panel For information about the controls connectors and status LEDs on the front panel see Front panel on page 23 3 Pull out information card The machine type model and serial number label of the server is attached on the pull out information card See Machine type model and serial number label on page 16 4 Internal tape drive Some server models come with an internal tape d...

Page 37: ...nch 3 5 inch mixed drive bays 1 Network status LED 2 System health LED 3 Power button with power status LED 4 System ID button with ID LED 5 DisplayPort connector available on some models 6 USB 2 0 connectors 2 available on some models 1 Network status LED The network status LED on the front panel helps you identify the AnyFabric network connectivity and activity Status Color Description Blinking ...

Page 38: ...ritical error Check the BMC for detailed information The power cord has been disconnected from one power supply or a redundant power supply has been removed 1 Ensure that the power supplies are installed securely in the server 2 Ensure that the power cords are connected securely to the power supplies 3 Install a new power supply to replace the removed one On Amber The THERMTRIP signal is asserted ...

Page 39: ...scanner or printer If you have more than six USB devices you can purchase a USB hub which you can use to connect additional USB devices Rear view of the server This topic provides information to help you locate the connectors and components on the rear of your server 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 14 Figure 12 Rear view of the server 1 Power supply 2 available on some models 2 Power supply...

Page 40: ...Supported card length and height 3 PCIe slot 8 x16 x8 x4 x2 x1 Low profile card 4 PCIe slot 7 x16 x8 x4 x2 x1 Low profile card 7 PCIe slot 4 x16 x8 x4 x2 x1 Low profile card 5 6 PCIe slots on riser card assembly 2 Slot Physical link width Negotiable link width Supported card length and height 5 PCIe slot 5 x16 x8 x4 x2 x1 Half length full height card 6 PCIe slot 6 x16 x8 x4 x2 x1 Half length full ...

Page 41: ...ive is installed The following hardware components are installed Heat sink that supports 1U servers U is the unit of measurement for defining the vertical space used by your server 1U is equivalent to 4 445 cm or 1 75 inches Riser card bracket that supports full length full height PCIe card Cooling shroud that supports full length full height PCIe card Dummy memory modules that are installed in th...

Page 42: ...ected and active 17 System ID LED When you press the ID button on the front panel the ID LEDs on both the front and rear of the server are lit to help you locate the server among other servers You also can turn on the ID LEDs using a remote management program for server presence detection Status Color Description On Blue The server is identified Off None The ID LED is not in use or the server is n...

Page 43: ...nternal tape drive and a slim optical drive 1 Rack handle right 2 Slim optical drive available on some models 3 Internal tape drive available on some models 4 2 5 inch drive area 5 Rack handle left 6 Front panel board 7 AnyRAID adapter 8 Front backplane 9 System fan cage 10 System fan 11 System board 12 CPU1 DIMMs vary by model 13 Heat sink 14 Coin cell battery 15 AnyFabric adapter available on so...

Page 44: ...ined service technicians The following table lists the major FRUs in your server and the CRU identification information For a complete listing of FRU information such as FRU part numbers and supported server models go to http www lenovo com serviceparts lookup Notes Before servicing a Lenovo product ensure that you read and understand Safety information on page iii Use only parts provided by Lenov...

Page 45: ...ions go to http lenovoquickpick com usa home thinkserver rack and tower server Note The option kit for AnyRAID adapter RAID card or pass through board is designed for different types of servers and might contain additional cables that are not required for your server To install remove or replace the AnyRAID adapter or pass through board see Replacing the AnyRAID adapter or the pass through board o...

Page 46: ...oard installed in your server might look slightly different from the illustrations in this topic Lenovo ThinkServer RAID 510i AnyRAID Adapter The following illustration shows the connectors on the Lenovo ThinkServer RAID 510i AnyRAID Adapter Figure 15 Lenovo ThinkServer RAID 510i AnyRAID Adapter 1 PCIE 0 connector 2 PCIE 1 connector Used to connect to the AnyRAID connector 0 1 on the system board ...

Page 47: ...AID 720i AnyRAID Adapter 1 ThinkServer RAID Super Capacitor Module connector available on some models Used to connect to the ThinkServer RAID Super Capacitor Module See Server components on page 28 2 PCIE 0 connector 3 PCIE 1 connector Used to connect to the AnyRAID connector 0 1 on the system board See System board components on page 43 Chapter 3 Product overview 33 ...

Page 48: ...nt Rear backplane for up to two 2 5 inch drives available on some models Internal tape drive available on some models 2 ThinkServer RAID Super Capacitor Module connector Used to connect to the ThinkServer RAID Super Capacitor Module See Server components on page 28 3 PCIE 0 connector 4 PCIE 1 connector Used to connect to the AnyRAID connector 0 1 on the system board See System board components on ...

Page 49: ...erver 9286 RAID Adapter Figure 18 Lenovo ThinkServer 9286 RAID Adapter 1 ThinkServer RAID Super Capacitor Module connector Used to connect to the ThinkServer RAID Super Capacitor Module See Server components on page 28 2 3 SAS connector Used to connect external storage devices Chapter 3 Product overview 35 ...

Page 50: ... connector Used to connect to the SATA connector 0 ports 0 3 on the system board See System board components on page 43 2 SATA 4 7 connector Used to connect to the SATA connector 1 ports 4 7 on the system board See System board components on page 43 Hot swap drive backplane Your server comes with one of the following drive bay and backplane configurations 36 ThinkServer RD650 User Guide and Hardwa...

Page 51: ...lid state drive 2 5 inch 24 2 Hot swap SATA or SAS Hard disk drive or solid state drive 2 5 inch 3 5 inch mixed 6 2 5 inch 9 3 5 inch 1 for 2 5 inch drives 1 for 3 5 inch drives Hot swap SATA or SAS Hard disk drive 3 5 inch Hard disk drive or solid state drive 2 5 inch In the rear Drive bay size Drive bay quantity Backplane quantity Drive type 2 5 inch 2 1 Hot swap SATA Hard disk drive or solid st...

Page 52: ... 21 Rear view of the backplane for up to twelve 3 5 inch drives 0 11 Slot 0 slot 11 Used to connect 3 5 inch drives 12 10 pin power connector 0 13 10 pin power connector 1 Used to connect to the 10 pin backplane power connector on the system board or on the power distribution board to provide power to the backplane 14 AnyRAID adapter slot 0 15 AnyRAID adapter slot 1 Used to connect an AnyRAID adap...

Page 53: ...nch drives 0 8 Slot 0 slot 8 Used to connect 3 5 inch drives 9 AnyRAID adapter slot 4 10 AnyRAID adapter slot 5 Used to connect an interposer card 11 10 pin power connector 0 12 10 pin power connector 1 Used to connect to the 10 pin backplane power connector on the system board or on the power distribution board to provide power to the backplane 13 AnyRAID adapter slot 0 14 AnyRAID adapter slot 1 ...

Page 54: ...en 2 5 inch drives 16 17 Figure 25 Rear view of the backplane for up to sixteen 2 5 inch drives 0 15 Slot 0 slot 15 Used to connect 2 5 inch drives 16 10 pin power connector 0 Used to connect to the 10 pin backplane power connector on the system board or on the power distribution board to provide power to the backplane 17 AnyRAID adapter slot 0 Used to connect an AnyRAID adapter 40 ThinkServer RD6...

Page 55: ...rives 0 7 Slot 0 slot 7 Used to connect 2 5 inch drives 8 10 pin power connector 0 Used to connect to the 10 pin backplane power connector on the system board or on the power distribution board to provide power to the backplane 9 AnyRAID adapter slot 0 Used to connect an AnyRAID adapter 10 4 pin power connector Used to connect to an internal tape drive if the server has one installed 11 2 pin powe...

Page 56: ... 1 2 3 4 5 Figure 28 Front view of the backplane for up to six 2 5 inch drives 6 7 Figure 29 Rear view of the backplane for up to six 2 5 inch drives 0 5 Slot 0 slot 5 Used to connect 2 5 inch drives 6 AnyRAID adapter slot 1 7 AnyRAID adapter slot 0 Used to connect an interposer card 42 ThinkServer RD650 User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 57: ...sed to connect 2 5 inch drives 2 Drive sideband signals connector 4 Drive connector 0 6 Drive connector 1 Used to connect to the SATA connector on the Lenovo ThinkServer RAID 720ix AnyRAID Adapter 3 4 pin power connector Used to connect to the rear backplane power connector on the system board 5 Rear backplane signal connector Used to connect to the rear backplane signal connector on the system bo...

Page 58: ...er connector 21 Intrusion switch connector 22 Power distribution board connector 23 System fan 6 connector 24 Microprocessor 2 memory slots 6 25 System fan 5 connector 26 Microprocessor 2 socket 27 System fan 4 connector 28 Microprocessor 2 memory slots 6 29 System fan 3 connector 30 Microprocessor 1 memory slots 6 31 System fan 2 connector 32 Microprocessor 1 socket 33 System fan 1 connector 34 M...

Page 59: ...Used to connect a ThinkServer RAID 110i upgrade key 10 SD module connector Used to connect an SD module 11 Riser card assembly 1 slot Used to install the riser card assembly 1 12 PCIe slot 4 17 PCIe slot 7 18 PCIe slot 8 Used to install a supported PCIe card For information about supported PCIe cards see Rear view of the server on page 25 13 TPM connector Used to connect a TPM TPM is a security ch...

Page 60: ...d to connect a system fan 24 28 30 34 Memory slots There are 24 memory slots on the system board For detailed information see Memory module installation rules on page 79 26 Microprocessor 2 socket 32 Microprocessor 1 socket If the server has two microprocessors each of the microprocessor is secured in the microprocessor socket on the system board and a heat sink is installed above the microprocess...

Page 61: ... cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server 2 Prepare your server See Removing or extending the server from the rack cabinet on page 69 3 Remove the server cover See Removing the server cover on page 69 4 Locate the BIOS default settings jumper 1 on the system board Then remove any parts and disconnect any cables that might impede your access to the ju...

Page 62: ...mper cap and then install the jumper cap on the clear password jumper 7 Reinstall any parts and reconnect any cables Then reinstall the server cover See Completing the parts replacement on page 183 8 Connect the server to an ac power source and wait for several minutes Then turn on the server The BIOS passwords are erased including the administrator password and user password 9 Repeat step 1 throu...

Page 63: ...s When a system fan fault LED is lit it indicates that the corresponding system fan is operating slowly or has failed To solve the problem reinstall or replace the system fan See Installing or replacing a system fan on page 74 If it is a system board problem contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center 1 Figure 35 Viewing the system fan fault LEDs from the top of the system fans Chapter 3 Product ov...

Page 64: ...sent but not in use Blinking green Off The drive is active and data is being transferred On green Blinking rapidly about four flashes per second amber The RAID controller is identifying the drive On green On amber The RAID array has failed and cannot be recovered You need to recreate a new array Blinking green Blinking slowly about one flash per second amber The drive is being rebuilt 50 ThinkServ...

Page 65: ... No action is needed Blinking green about two flashes each second The power supply is in cold redundancy sleep mode No action is needed 2 Output status LED On green The server is on and the power supply is working normally No action is needed Off The power supply is working normally No action is needed 3 Fault LED On amber The power supply has failed Replace the power supply See Installing or repl...

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Page 67: ...ectrical current from the device ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source The server can be turned off in one of the following ways Turn off the server from the operating system if your operating system supports this feature After an orderly shutdown of the operating system the server will turn off automatically For instructions on how to shut down your specific operating...

Page 68: ... For information about your specific operating system refer to the related documentation or help system for the operating system 54 ThinkServer RD650 User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 69: ...us items about the system configuration Select a desired item to view information or change settings When working with the Setup Utility program you must use the keyboard The keys used to perform various tasks are displayed on the right bottom pane of each screen You also can press the F1 key for general help about the keys For most items the corresponding help message is displayed on the right to...

Page 70: ...ous server component settings on the Advanced Settings menu in the Setup Utility program The Advanced Settings menu contains various configuration submenus and items On each submenu press Enter to show selectable options and select a desired option by using the up and down arrow keys or type desired values from the keyboard Some items are displayed on the menu only if the server supports the corre...

Page 71: ...corresponding features The TSM Settings menu contains the following submenus For more information enter the corresponding submenu and refer to the instructions on the screen TSM Network Settings Set BMC management network configuration parameters User Account Settings Set BMC user account parameters Boot Manager menu The Boot Manager menu in the Setup Utility program lists all the bootable devices...

Page 72: ...erver However using a password improves computing security If you decide to set a password read the following topics Setup Utility program password types The following types of passwords are available in the Setup Utility program Administrator password Setting an administrator password deters unauthorized users from changing configuration settings If you are responsible for maintaining the configu...

Page 73: ...leared Note For security reasons it is recommended that you always set a password for your server 5 Press F10 to save settings and exit the Setup Utility program If you have forgotten the password you can use the clear password jumper on the system board to erase the password See System board jumpers on page 47 Then set a new password for the server Selecting a startup device If your server does n...

Page 74: ...agement The RJ 45 Ethernet connector on the rear of the server is for system management by default You also can use the Ethernet connector on the installed AnyFabric adapter for system management To set the Ethernet connector for system management do the following 1 Start the Setup Utility program See Starting the Setup Utility program on page 55 2 On the TSM Settings menu select TSM Network Setti...

Page 75: ...be supported An earlier BIOS version might not support the latest system configurations If the power to your server is interrupted while the POST and BIOS are being updated your server might not restart correctly Ensure that you perform the BIOS update procedure in an environment with a steady power supply Besides ensure that your server can restart successfully without encountering hardware probl...

Page 76: ...umpers on page 47 9 Wait for several minutes When the BIOS recovery process is completed the server turns on automatically 10 Ensure that the Setup Utility program starts normally See Starting the Setup Utility program on page 55 Then disconnect the server from the ac power source 11 Reinstall any parts and reconnect any cables Then reinstall the server cover See Completing the parts replacement o...

Page 77: ... number of two hard disk drives RAID 5 block level striping with distributed parity RAID 5 uses disk striping and parity data across all drives distributed parity to provide high data throughput especially for small random access RAID 5 distributes parity along with the data and requires all drives but one to be present to operate drive failure requires replacement but the array is not destroyed b...

Page 78: ...ment Manager simplifies the process of configuring supported RAID The help system for the program can be accessed directly from the program interface Deployment Manager has the following features for RAID configuration For use with all supported RAID controllers Automatically detects hardware and lists all supported RAID configurations Configures one or more disk arrays per controller depending on...

Page 79: ... User Guide on the documentation DVD that comes with your server This document also is available on the Lenovo Web site at http www lenovo com UserManuals Updating the firmware When you replace a device in the server you might have to either update the server with the latest version of the firmware that is stored in memory on the device or reflash the BIOS the TSM firmware and the FRU SDR To updat...

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Page 81: ...our server go to http www lenovo com drivers and follow the instructions on the Web page See Updating the firmware on page 65 for more information Before you install optional hardware devices ensure that the server is working correctly If the server is not working correctly see Chapter 7 Troubleshooting and diagnostics on page 187 to do basic troubleshooting If the problem cannot be solved see Cha...

Page 82: ...new part from the static protective package and directly install it in the server without placing it on any other surface If it is hard for you to do this in your specific situation place the static protective package of the new part on a smooth level surface and then place the new part on the static protective package Do not place the part on the server cover or other metal surface Take additiona...

Page 83: ...cabinet remove or extend the server from the rack cabinet before installing or replacing hardware Depending on the rail type do one of the following If the server is installed in a rack cabinet using static rails remove the server from the rack cabinet and place it on a flat clean and static protective surface See the Rack Installation Instructions that comes with the server If the server is insta...

Page 84: ...de Note It is recommended that you wait several minutes to let the server cool before removing the server cover Figure 39 Removing the server cover Attention For proper cooling and airflow install the server cover before turning on the server Operating the server with the server cover removed might damage server components To reinstall the server cover see Reinstalling the server cover and reconne...

Page 85: ...ve the EMI shield or dummy tray from the drive bay or save the PCI card slot bracket in the event that you later remove the device Attention An unoccupied drive bay or PCIe card slot without a cover shield dummy tray filler or any other protection might impact the EMI integrity and cooling of the server which might result in overheating or component damage Removing and reinstalling the rack handle...

Page 86: ...g on the server Before you begin print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference To remove and reinstall the cooling shroud 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 se...

Page 87: ...5 Insert your fingers into the holes 1 in the cooling shroud and lift it out of the server 1 Figure 42 Removing the cooling shroud Chapter 6 Replacing hardware 73 ...

Page 88: ...Installing the cooling shroud Attention For proper cooling and airflow reinstall the cooling shroud before turning on the server Operating the server with the cooling shroud removed might damage server components 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 183 Installing or replacing...

Page 89: ...an do the following 1 Remove the server cover Note The system fans are hot swap and you can replace a failing system fan without turning off the server 2 Do one of the following If you are installing a system fan grasp the top of the dummy fan with your index finger and thumb and then lift the dummy fan out of the server Figure 44 Removing the dummy fan If you are replacing a system fan do the fol...

Page 90: ...he system fan connector on the bottom of the new system fan is facing the rear of the chassis Then press the new system fan straight down until it is seated into place Figure 46 Installing the system fan 5 If you are instructed to return the old system fan follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping What to do next To work with another pi...

Page 91: ...he system fan cage 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 2 Prepare your server See Removing or extending the server from the rack cabinet on page 69 3 Remove the server cover See Removing the server cover on page 69 4 Pivo...

Page 92: ... system board Figure 48 Installing the system fan cage 6 Pivot the tabs of the system fan cage to the front of the server to secure the system fan cage Figure 49 Securing the system fan cage 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 183 Installing or removing a memory module This t...

Page 93: ...ne 32 GB LRDIMM installed in each of the 24 memory slots For more information about the memory modules in your specific server model use the Setup Utility program See Viewing information in the Setup Utility program on page 55 For a list of the supported ThinkServer memory module options go to http lenovoquickpick com usa home thinkserver rack and tower server Before installing a memory module ens...

Page 94: ...mark indicates the memory slots into which the memory modules should be installed in different situations Table 2 Memory module installation rules for servers with one microprocessor CPU1 DIMM A1 A2 A3 B1 B2 B3 C1 C2 C3 D1 D2 D3 1 DIMM X 2 DIMMs X X 4 DIMMs X X X X 8 DIMMs X X X X X X X X 12 DIMMs X X X X X X X X X X X X The following table provides information about the memory module installation...

Page 95: ...icroprocessor CPU1 installed Table 4 Memory module installation order in independent mode for servers with one microprocessor CPU1 DIMM A1 A2 A3 B1 B2 B3 C1 C2 C3 D1 D2 D3 DIMM installation order 1 5 9 2 6 10 3 7 11 4 8 12 The following table explains the memory module installation order for servers that have two microprocessors CPU1 and CPU2 installed Table 5 Memory module installation order in i...

Page 96: ...he same type with the same capacity frequency voltage and number of ranks Your server supports rank sparing mode In rank sparing mode one rank of a memory module works as the spare rank for the other ranks on the same channel The spare rank is not available as system memory To enable rank sparing mode ensure that At least three ranks are available in one channel At least two memory modules are ins...

Page 97: ...lling a memory module Attention Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding Safety information on page iii and Guidelines on page 67 Before you begin print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference Notes Ensure that you consider and follow the memory module installation rules when performing the ope...

Page 98: ... 2 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 Open the retaining clips remove the memory module and then reinstall it into the memory slot until the retai...

Page 99: ...ling shroud See Removing and reinstalling the cooling shroud on page 72 5 Locate the memory slots on the system board and read the memory module installation rules See Memory module installation rules on page 79 6 Disconnect any cables that might impede your access to the memory slots 7 Locate the memory module that you want to remove and open the retaining clips on both ends of the memory slot Th...

Page 100: ...server 2 Prepare your server See Removing or extending the server from the rack cabinet on page 69 3 Remove the server cover See Removing the server cover on page 69 4 Loosen the screw that secures the riser card assembly Then grasp the assembly by its edges and carefully lift it straight up and off the chassis Figure 54 Removing the riser card assembly from the chassis 5 If there is any PCIe card...

Page 101: ...ser card 8 Touch the static protective package that contains the new riser card to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server Then remove the new riser card from the package 9 Align the screw holes in the new riser card with the corresponding ones in the bracket Figure 56 Installing the riser card Chapter 6 Replacing hardware 87 ...

Page 102: ...e PCIe cards on the new riser card See Installing a PCIe card on the riser card assembly on page 93 12 Refer to your note to reconnect any cables to the PCIe cards on the new riser card You also can refer to Connecting cables on page 51 for information about cable connections 88 ThinkServer RD650 User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 103: ... the corresponding rail guides in the rear of the chassis Then carefully press the riser card assembly straight down into the chassis until it is fully seated Note Carefully fit the installed PCIe cards into the chassis and properly route any cables from the cards Figure 58 Installing the riser card assembly Chapter 6 Replacing hardware 89 ...

Page 104: ...ed types of PCI Express cards This topic provides instructions on how to install or remove a PCI Express PCIe card such as an Ethernet card a RAID card and any other supported PCIe cards This topic contains the following information Installing a PCIe card on page 90 Removing a PCIe card on page 98 Note The PCIe card is extremely sensitive to ESD Ensure that you read and understand Handling static ...

Page 105: ... the following requirements The length of the PCIe card to be installed is either of the following 176 4 mm 6 94 inches 185 mm 7 28 inches 220 mm 8 66 inches The riser card bracket supports half length PCIe cards by default To adjust the card retaining bracket do the following 1 Remove the three screws that secure the card retaining bracket Then move the card retaining bracket to the direction as ...

Page 106: ... the card retaining bracket for 176 4 mm 6 94 inches PCIe cards If the length of the PCIe card is between 185 mm 7 28 inches and 220 mm 8 66 inches move the card retaining bracket to an appropriate position Then install the three screws to secure the card retaining bracket Figure 62 Securing the card retaining bracket for PCIe cards between 185 mm 7 28 inches and 220 mm 8 66 inches 92 ThinkServer ...

Page 107: ...urn 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 Prepare your server See Removing or extending the server from the rack cabinet on page 69 3 Remove the server cover See Removing the server cover on page 69 4 Remove the riser card assembly and lay it upside down on a flat clean and static...

Page 108: ...secured by the riser card bracket Figure 64 Installing the PCIe card 9 Pivot the card latch to the closed position to secure the PCIe card in position Figure 65 Pivoting the card latch to the closed position 10 Depending on the type of the PCIe card you might need to connect any required cables Refer to the documentation that comes with the PCIe card for specific information 11 Reinstall the riser...

Page 109: ...rd and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic To install a PCIe card on the system board 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 2 Prepare your server See Removing or extending the server fro...

Page 110: ...handle the PCIe card by its edges 7 If you want to install the PCIe card into the slot for a low profile card you might need to replace the full height bracket with the low profile bracket To replace the bracket do the following Note Depending on the specific type the PCIe card and its bracket might look different from the following illustrations a Carefully remove the screws that secure the PCIe ...

Page 111: ...he screws to secure the bracket to the PCIe card Figure 69 Installing the low profile bracket 8 Position the PCIe card near the PCIe slot Then carefully press the PCIe card straight into the slot until it is securely seated and its bracket also is secured by the chassis Figure 70 Installing the PCIe card Chapter 6 Replacing hardware 97 ...

Page 112: ... repair before reading and understanding Safety information on page iii and Guidelines on page 67 Before you begin print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference Notes Depending on the specific type the PCIe card might look different from the illustrations in this topic Use any documentation that comes with the PCIe card and follow ...

Page 113: ...rd on page 85 5 Locate the PCIe card you want to remove Then press the tab to pivot the card latch to the open position Figure 72 Pivoting the card latch to the open position 6 Grasp the PCIe card by its edges and carefully pull it out of the PCIe slot Note The PCIe card might fit tightly into the PCIe slot If necessary alternate moving each side of the PCIe card a small and equal amount until it ...

Page 114: ...rence Notes Depending on the specific type the PCIe card might look different from the illustration in this topic Use any documentation that comes with the PCIe card and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic To remove a PCIe card from the system board do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server Then disconne...

Page 115: ... documentation that comes with the new AnyRAID adapter or the pass through board and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic Depending on the model your AnyRAID adapter or the pass through board might look different from the illustrations in this topic To replace the AnyRAID adapter or the pass through board do the following Attention Replacing the AnyRAID adapter o...

Page 116: ...tective package that contains the new AnyRAID adapter or the pass through board to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server Then take the new AnyRAID adapter or the pass through board out of the package Note Carefully handle the AnyRAID adapter or the pass through board by its edges 7 Position the new AnyRAID adapter or the pass through board near the backplane Then carefully press the A...

Page 117: ... adapters that support the flash module The flash module works as the cache memory of the installed AnyRAID adapter You can purchase a flash module from Lenovo For a list of ThinkServer options go to http lenovoquickpick com usa home thinkserver rack and tower server Installing the flash module Attention Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding Safety informat...

Page 118: ...easier operation Then reinstall the AnyRAID adapter See Replacing the AnyRAID adapter or the pass through board on page 101 Figure 78 Installing the flash module 7 Reinstall any parts and reconnect any cables that you have removed What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Remo...

Page 119: ...propriate section To complete the removal procedure go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Installing or removing the Lenovo ThinkServer RAID 110i upgrade key The Lenovo ThinkServer RAID 110i upgrade key hereinafter referred to as RAID 110i key activates RAID 5 for the onboard SATA software RAID As a result the capability of the system board is expanded You can purchase a RAID 110i key...

Page 120: ...handle the RAID 110i key by its edges 6 Locate the RAID upgrade key connector on the system board and then insert the RAID 110i key into the RAID upgrade key connector on the system board Figure 80 Installing the RAID 110i key What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Removing...

Page 121: ...10i key by its edges Figure 81 Removing the RAID 110i key 6 If you are instructed to return the old RAID 110i key 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 To complete the removal procedure go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Installing o...

Page 122: ...he server cover on page 69 4 Locate the Lenovo ThinkServer RAID 510i AnyRAID Adapter See Server components on page 28 5 Touch the static protective package that contains the RAID 510i key to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server Then take the RAID 510i key out of the package Note Carefully handle the RAID 510i key by its edges 6 Locate the connector for the RAID 510i key on the Lenovo...

Page 123: ...ation change 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 Prepare your server See Removing or extending the server from the rack cabinet on page 69 3 Remove the server cover See Removing the server cover on page 69 4 Locate the Lenovo ThinkServ...

Page 124: ... instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic Depending on the model your server might look slightly different from the illustration in this topic To install the SD 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 serve...

Page 125: ...all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference Notes If you remove the SD module you cannot install SD cards into your server for storage Use any documentation that comes with the SD module and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic To remove the SD module do the following 1 Remove all media from the drive...

Page 126: ...pendent remote access to respond to critical incidents and to undertake necessary maintenance Therefore working as an integrated solution in your server the TSM Premium provides an increased level of manageability over the basic server management available You can purchase a TSM Premium from Lenovo For a list of ThinkServer options go to http lenovoquickpick com usa home thinkserver rack and tower...

Page 127: ...ion go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Then refer to the ThinkServer System Manager User Guide which is available for download at http www lenovo com UserManuals for more information about server remote management Removing the TSM Premium Attention Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding Safety information on page iii and Guidelines on page 67...

Page 128: ... Platform Module TPM 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 You can purchase a TPM option from Lenovo For a list of ThinkServer options go to http lenovoquickpick com usa home thinkserver rack and tower serv...

Page 129: ...do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Then you can configure the TPM function in the Setup Utility program See Configuring the TPM function on page 60 Removing the TPM Attention Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding Safety information on pa...

Page 130: ...dapter The AnyFabric adapter provides expansion connectors to connect devices such as solid state drives and other expansion cards You can purchase an AnyFabric adapter from Lenovo For a list of ThinkServer options go to http lenovoquickpick com usa home thinkserver rack and tower server Installing the AnyFabric adapter Attention Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and und...

Page 131: ... page 85 5 Locate the AnyFabric adapter connector on the system board See System board components on page 43 6 Remove the metal shield that protects the AnyFabric adapter bay Store the shield in the event that you later remove the AnyFabric adapter and need the shield to cover the bay Figure 90 Removing the protective shield for the AnyFabric adapter bay 7 Touch the static protective package that ...

Page 132: ...lated instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference Note Use any documentation that comes with the AnyFabric adapter and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic To remove the AnyFabric adapter do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server Then disconnect all power cor...

Page 133: ...o to the appropriate section To complete the removal procedure go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Installing or replacing a hot swap redundant power supply Attention Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding Safety information on page iii and Guidelines on page 67 The hot swap redundant power supplies help you avoid significant interruption to t...

Page 134: ...se instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic To install or replace a power supply do the following 1 Do one of the following If you are installing a power supply locate the bay for the power supply in the rear of your server Insert your index finger and thumb into the holes in the metal shield that protects the bay and pull the shield out of the chassis Store the shield in case th...

Page 135: ...wer cord to the power cord connector on the new power supply Then check the status LEDs near the power cord connector For information about the status LEDs see Power supply status LEDs on page 51 5 If you are instructed to return the old power supply 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...

Page 136: ...rver cover on page 69 4 Remove the cooling shroud See Removing and reinstalling the cooling shroud on page 72 5 Locate the heat sink or the place for installing the second heat sink See Server components on page 28 6 If you are replacing a heat sink do the following a Remove the four screws that secure the heat sink to the system board It is recommended that you carefully remove the four screws fr...

Page 137: ...stem board 9 Install the four screws to secure the new heat sink 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 Partially tighten screw 1 then firmly tighten screw 3 and then return to screw 1 and firmly tighten it Do not over tighten the screws b Partially tighten screw 2 then firmly ti...

Page 138: ...ct type of microprocessor option your server supports See Features on page 7 When two microprocessors are installed both must have the same core voltage and core speed Use any documentation that comes with the microprocessor option kit and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic Your microprocessor socket and socket cover might look slightly different from the illus...

Page 139: ...handles Figure 98 Opening the handles of the microprocessor retainer 7 Gently press the microprocessor retainer as shown to open it Ensure that the small handles and the microprocessor retainer are in the fully open position Note Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed The socket pins must be kept as clean as possible Figure 99 Opening the microprocessor retainer 8 ...

Page 140: ...w microprocessor by its edges and align the notches 1 on it with the tabs 2 in the microprocessor socket Then carefully lower the new microprocessor straight down into the microprocessor socket Note The small triangle 3 on one corner of the new microprocessor is the microprocessor orientation indicator The new microprocessor is in the correct orientation when this indicator faces the beveled corne...

Page 141: ... Close the microprocessor retainer Close the small handle 1 first and then close the small handle 2 Ensure that the retainer is locked into position and the new microprocessor is securely seated in the socket Note There are two marks on the microprocessor retainer Ensure that you close the small handle marked with first and then close the small handle marked with Always follow the correct sequence...

Page 142: ...ors are installed both must have the same core voltage and core speed Use any documentation that comes with the microprocessor option kit and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic Your microprocessor socket and socket cover might look slightly different from the illustrations in this topic To replace the microprocessor do the following 1 Remove all media from the ...

Page 143: ...croprocessor retainer Open the small handle marked with first and then open the other small handle marked with Always follow the correct sequence when you open the small handles Figure 104 Opening the handles of the microprocessor retainer 7 Gently press the microprocessor retainer as shown to open it Ensure that the small handles and the microprocessor retainer are in the fully open position Figu...

Page 144: ...sible Figure 106 Removing the microprocessor 9 Touch the static protective package that contains the new microprocessor to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server Then remove the new microprocessor from the package 10 Remove the new microprocessor from the protective cover that protects the gold contacts on the bottom of the new microprocessor Do not touch the pins on the microprocessor...

Page 145: ...108 Installing the microprocessor 12 Close the microprocessor retainer Close the small handle 1 first and then close the small handle 2 Ensure that the retainer is locked into position and the new microprocessor is securely seated in the socket Note There are two marks on the microprocessor retainer Ensure that you close the small handle marked with first and then close the small handle marked wit...

Page 146: ...not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding Safety information on page iii and Guidelines on page 67 The ThinkServer RAID Super Capacitor Module protects the cache memory on the installed ThinkServer RAID card You can purchase a ThinkServer RAID Super Capacitor Module from Lenovo For a list of ThinkServer options go to http lenovoquickpick com usa home thinkserver r...

Page 147: ...rk with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Removing the ThinkServer RAID Super Capacitor Module Attention Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding Safety information on page iii and Guidelines on page 67 Before you begin print all the related instructions or en...

Page 148: ... the operation of the system For a list of ThinkServer options go to http lenovoquickpick com usa home thinkserver rack and tower server The EMI integrity and cooling of the server are protected by having all drive bays covered or occupied The number of the installed drives in your server varies depending on the server model The vacant bays are either covered by an EMI protective panel or occupied...

Page 149: ... array For more information see Configuring RAID on page 62 For drives with different capacities install the drives following the order from the lowest capacity to the highest capacity 2 Do one of the following If you are installing a new drive locate the appropriate drive bay Then press the circled area 1 to open the handle of the dummy tray 1 1 Figure 113 Opening the handle of a dummy tray If yo...

Page 150: ...114 Opening the handle of a drive 3 Pull the handle and carefully slide the drive or the dummy tray out of the chassis Figure 115 Removing the drive 136 ThinkServer RD650 User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 151: ...pletely close the handle Figure 117 Installing the drive 6 Check the drive status LEDs to ensure that the drive is operating correctly You might have to restart the server for the newly installed drive to be recognized See Hot swap drive status LEDs on page 50 If the drive is faulty reinstall or replace it until it is operating correctly 7 Do one of the following If you are installing a drive save...

Page 152: ...F version on another computer for reference Note Ensure that you have a 3 5 inch to 2 5 inch drive adapter and a 3 5 inch drive bracket available before the installation To install a 2 5 inch solid state drive into a 3 5 inch drive bay do the following 1 Locate the appropriate drive bay See Front view of the server on page 17 2 Press the circled area 1 to open the handle of the dummy tray 1 Figure...

Page 153: ...ion Figure 120 Positioning the 2 5 inch solid state drive into the drive adapter 6 Align the two screw holes in the solid state drive with the corresponding holes in the drive adapter Then install the two screws to secure the solid state drive to the drive adapter Figure 121 Installing the screws to secure the solid state drive to the drive adapter Chapter 6 Replacing hardware 139 ...

Page 154: ...the bracket with the solid state drive 9 Check the drive status LEDs to ensure that the solid state drive is operating correctly You might have to restart the server for the newly installed solid state drive to be recognized See Hot swap drive status LEDs on page 50 If the solid state drive is faulty reinstall or replace it until it is operating correctly 10 Save the removed dummy tray in case tha...

Page 155: ...r backplane cage assembly 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 2 Prepare your server See Removing or extending the server from the rack cabinet on page 69 3 Remove the server cover See Removing the server cover on page 69...

Page 156: ...ding Safety information on page iii and Guidelines on page 67 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 remove the rear backplane cage assembly do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and tu...

Page 157: ...plane on page 143 Replacing the front backplane for up to six 2 5 inch drives on page 146 Replacing the rear backplane on page 150 Note The hot swap drive backplane is sensitive to ESD Ensure that you read and understand Handling static sensitive devices on page 68 first and carefully perform the operation Replacing the front backplane Attention Do not open your server or attempt any repair before...

Page 158: ...extending the server from the rack cabinet on page 69 3 Remove the server cover See Removing the server cover on page 69 4 Locate the backplane See Server components on page 28 5 Remove all the installed drives and dummy trays if any from the drive bays See Installing or replacing a hot swap drive on page 134 6 Record the cable connections on the backplane and then disconnect all cables from the b...

Page 159: ...n remove the new backplane from the package Note Carefully handle the backplane by its edges 10 Note the orientation of the new backplane Ensure that the small hooks 1 on the chassis pass through the corresponding holes in the new backplane Then carefully press the new backplane straight down so that it is secured by the latches 2 on the backplane 1 2 Figure 129 Installing the front backplane 11 R...

Page 160: ...tly different from the illustrations in this topic To replace the front backplane for up to six 2 5 inch drives 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 2 Prepare your server See Removing or extending the server from the rack...

Page 161: ...rds 7 Remove the two screws that secure the backplane to the front drive cage Then disengage the backplane from the cage Figure 132 Removing the backplane 8 Touch the static protective package that contains the new backplane to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server Then remove the new backplane from the package Note Carefully handle the backplane by its edges Chapter 6 Replacing hardw...

Page 162: ...on the cage and the screw holes are aligned with the corresponding holes in the cage Figure 133 Installing the new backplane to the front drive cage 10 Install the screws to secure the new backplane Figure 134 Installing the screws to secure the new backplane 148 ThinkServer RD650 User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 163: ...in the cage Then install the interposer cards to the card slots on the backplane until they are seated securely Figure 135 Installing the interposer cards 12 Install the screws to secure the interposer cards Figure 136 Installing the screws to secure the interposer cards Chapter 6 Replacing hardware 149 ...

Page 164: ... 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 To complete the replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Replacing the rear backplane Attention Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding Safety inform...

Page 165: ... Installing or replacing a hot swap drive on page 134 4 Record the cable routing and cable connections and then disconnect cables from the backplane 5 Remove the rear backplane cage assembly See Removing the rear backplane cage assembly on page 142 6 Remove the two screws that secure the backplane Then lift the backplane from the cage Figure 139 Removing the rear backplane 7 Touch the static prote...

Page 166: ...plete the replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Replacing the front panel board This topic contains the following information Replacing the front panel board for server models with 2 5 inch drive bays and 2 5 inch 3 5 inch mixed drive bays on page 152 Replacing the front panel board for server models with 3 5 inch drive bays on page 154 Notes The front panel board is extre...

Page 167: ...he server 2 Prepare your server See Removing or extending the server from the rack cabinet on page 69 3 Remove the server cover See Removing the server cover on page 69 4 Locate the front panel board See Server components on page 28 5 Disconnect the front panel board cables from the system board 6 Remove the two screws that secure the front panel board and then remove the front panel board from th...

Page 168: ...3 Replacing the front panel board for server models with 3 5 inch drive bays Attention Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding Safety information on page iii and Guidelines on page 67 This topic applies to server models with 3 5 inch drives Before you begin print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for ...

Page 169: ...de the front panel board to the rear of the server and then lift it straight up and out of the chassis Figure 144 Removing the front panel board 8 Touch the static protective package that contains the new front panel board to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server Then take the new front panel board out of the package Note Carefully handle the front panel board by its edges Chapter 6 R...

Page 170: ...System board components on page 43 12 If you are instructed to return the old front panel board 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 To complete the replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Installing or removing the intrusion...

Page 171: ...he intrusion switch 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 2 Prepare your server See Removing or extending the server from the rack cabinet on page 69 3 Remove the server cover See Removing the server cover on page 69 4 Tou...

Page 172: ...ii and Guidelines on page 67 Before you begin print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference Notes If you remove the intrusion switch you will not get the warning message when logging in to your server with the cover removed Use any documentation that comes with the intrusion switch and follow those instructions in addition to the i...

Page 173: ...on Removing the drive partition on page 160 Installing the optical drive on page 161 Replacing the optical drive on page 165 The EMI integrity and cooling of the server are protected by having all drive bays covered or occupied When you install the optical drive save the removed optical drive dummy from the chassis If you later remove the drive you will need the dummy to cover the drive bay Attent...

Page 174: ...ng and understanding Safety information on page iii and Guidelines on page 67 Before you begin print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference To remove the drive partition 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 d...

Page 175: ...r remove the optical drive cage and install 2 5 inch drives and dummy trays if any 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 183 Installing the optical drive Attention Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding Safety information on page ii...

Page 176: ...ur server See Removing or extending the server from the rack cabinet on page 69 3 Remove the server cover See Removing the server cover on page 69 4 If you are installing the optical drive into the optical drive cage remove the drive partition 2 If you are installing the optical drive into the tape drive cage remove the drive partitions 1 and 2 See Removing the drive partition on page 160 2 1 Figu...

Page 177: ...drive dummy to the front of the server at the same time Then remove the optical drive dummy out of the drive cage Note To show the main parts clearly not all components are illustrated in the following figures Figure 156 Removing the optical drive dummy 9 Touch the static protective package that contains the optical drive to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server Then take the optical ...

Page 178: ... other end of the cable to the 2 pin power connector on the backplane See Backplane for up to eight 2 5 inch drives on page 41 c Connect the SATA connector on the other end of the cable to the appropriate SATA connector on the system board See System board components on page 43 12 Save the removed optical drive dummy in case that you later remove the drive and need the dummy to cover the drive bay...

Page 179: ...cables that are connected to the server 2 Prepare your server See Removing or extending the server from the rack cabinet on page 69 3 Remove the server cover See Removing the server cover on page 69 4 locate the failing optical drive and disconnect the cable from the rear of the optical drive Remove any parts and disconnect any cables that might impede your access to the optical drive See Front vi...

Page 180: ...rive 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 To complete the replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Installing or replacing the tape drive Note This topic applies to server models with 2 5 inch drive bays This topic contains th...

Page 181: ... view the PDF version on another computer for reference Notes Depending on the model your server might look slightly different from the illustrations in this topic Use any documentation that comes with the tape drive and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic To install the tape drive do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached dev...

Page 182: ...y Figure 163 Installing the tape drive into the tape drive bay 7 Install four screws on each side of the tape drive to secure the tape drive to the tape drive cage Figure 164 Installing the screws to secure the tape drive to the tape drive cage 168 ThinkServer RD650 User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 183: ...ront of the server Figure 165 Installing the tape drive cage with the tape drive into the chassis 9 Install five screws to secure the tape drive cage to the chassis Figure 166 Installing five screws to secure the tape drive cage to the chassis Chapter 6 Replacing hardware 169 ...

Page 184: ...e the installation go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Replacing the tape drive Attention Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding Safety information on page iii and Guidelines on page 67 Before you begin print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference Notes Depending on the model ...

Page 185: ...tape drive Remove any parts and disconnect any cables that might impede your access to the tape drive See Front view of the server on page 17 5 Remove the five screws that secure the tape drive cage to the chassis Then remove the tape drive cage from the front of the server Figure 168 Removing the tape drive cage Chapter 6 Replacing hardware 171 ...

Page 186: ...acement on page 183 Replacing the coin cell battery Attention Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding Safety information on page iii and Guidelines on page 67 Your server has a special type of memory that maintains the date time and configuration information for built in features The coin cell battery keeps the information active when you turn off the server ...

Page 187: ...he PDF version on another computer for reference Note After you replace the coin cell battery you must reset passwords reset system date and time and reconfigure the server To replace the coin cell battery 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 co...

Page 188: ...mplete the replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 After you replace the coin cell battery you must reset passwords reset system date and time and reconfigure the server See Chapter 5 Configuring the server on page 55 For service technician only replacing the system board Attention This procedure must be performed only by trained service personnel of Lenovo Do not open your ...

Page 189: ... 72 5 Remove the system fan cage with the system fans See Removing and reinstalling the system fan cage on page 77 6 Record the component locations cable connections and cable routing in the server 7 Remove the two riser card assemblies See Replacing the riser card on page 85 8 Remove the PCIe cards installed on the system board See Removing a PCIe card from the system board on page 100 9 Remove t...

Page 190: ...assis Note Carefully handle the system board by the release pin 2 and the lifting handle 1 1 2 Figure 172 Removing the system board 19 Place the old system board on a flat clean and static protective surface Touch the static protective package that contains the new system board to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server Then take the new system board out of the package 176 ThinkServer R...

Page 191: ...socket pins must be kept as clean as possible 22 Use a cleaning pad to wipe the thermal grease from the heat sinks and the top of the microprocessors Dispose of the cleaning pad after all of the thermal grease is removed 23 Use one of the following methods to apply appropriate amount of thermal grease to the top of the microprocessors in the shape of a cross or a circle as shown Using too much or ...

Page 192: ... system board do the following 1 Close the microprocessor retainer Close the small handle 1 first and then close the small handle 2 Ensure that the retainer is locked into position and the new microprocessor is securely seated in the socket Note There are two marks on the microprocessor retainer Ensure that you close the small handle marked with first and then close the small handle marked with Al...

Page 193: ...ructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another computer for reference Note Use any documentation that comes with the new power distribution board and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this topic To replace the power distribution board do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server Then disconnect all ...

Page 194: ...lease pin 2 to disengage the system board from the chassis Then use the lifting handle 1 and release pin 2 to move the system board to the front of the server to disconnect it from the power distribution board Notes To show the main parts clearly not all components are illustrated in the following figure Carefully handle the system board by the release pin 2 and the lifting handle 1 1 2 Figure 177...

Page 195: ... any unpainted surface on the outside of the server Then remove the new power distribution board from the package 15 Align the power distribution board with the chassis so that the small hooks on the chassis pass through the corresponding holes in the power distribution board Ensure that the screw hole in the power distribution board is aligned with the corresponding hole in the chassis Figure 179...

Page 196: ... clearly not all components are illustrated in the following figure Figure 181 Connecting the system board to the new power distribution board 18 Reconnect the power cables to the new power distribution board 19 Reinstall any parts that you have removed in the reversed sequence in which you remove them Refer to the related topics in Installing removing or replacing hardware on page 71 20 If you ar...

Page 197: ...tion Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding Safety information on page iii and Guidelines on page 67 Attention For proper cooling and airflow reinstall the server cover before turning on the server Operating the server with the server cover removed might damage server components Before you begin print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view ...

Page 198: ... from the optical drive to the front backplane Properly route the cable 3 that is connected from the internal tape drive to the front backplane and the AnyRAID adapter Route the signal cables 4 through the left inner side of the chassis The signal cables include the following SATA signal cable from the optical drive to the corresponding SATA connector on the system board Cable from the front panel...

Page 199: ...ver cover snaps into position Ensure that the cover latch is completely closed Figure 183 Installing the server cover 5 Use a screwdriver to turn the cover lock to the closed position Figure 184 Closing the server cover completely 6 Reconnect external cables and power cords to the server See Rear view of the server on page 25 to identify the connectors on the rear panel of the server Attention To ...

Page 200: ...ch optional device To obtain the supported device drivers for your server from the Lenovo Support Web site go to http www lenovo com drivers and follow the instructions on the Web page to find and download the device drivers you need Refer to the following information resources to update the server configuration To update the BIOS configuration see Using the Setup Utility program on page 55 To upd...

Page 201: ...ware to see if the problem could be solved 6 View the system event log to diagnose problems See Viewing the system event log on page 188 7 Turn on the server and press Esc as soon as you see the logo screen to view any diagnostic messages 8 Download and use a diagnostic program to diagnose problems See Lenovo ThinkServer Diagnostics on page 15 9 Refer to Basic troubleshooting tables on page 188 an...

Page 202: ...eplacing hardware on page 67 Symptom Action The operating system installation program continuously loops Make more space available on the hard disk drive The Lenovo ThinkServer Deployment Manager program cannot start the operating system medium Ensure that the operating system medium is supported by the Lenovo ThinkServer Deployment Manager program version your are using For a list of the supporte...

Page 203: ...ve with the shiny side facing down 2 Ensure that the disc surface is clean and not scratched 3 Check the disc or package for regional coding You might need to purchase a disc with coding for the region where you are using the product 4 Restart the disc player program 5 Restart the server 6 Run any optical drive diagnostic programs if you have 7 Reinstall the optical drive and reconnect cables 8 Re...

Page 204: ... Replace the affected backplane signal cable b Replace the affected backplane Multiple storage drives fail 1 Ensure that the cable connection is correct See Connecting cables on page 51 2 Reconnect the power cable s 3 Reconnect the signal cable s 4 Replace the affected signal cable s 5 If you suspect a problem with the backplane replace the affected backplane Memory module problems Follow the sugg...

Page 205: ...bsequent steps you should check after using the information in this topic Symptom Action All or some keys on the keyboard do not work 1 Ensure that The USB keyboard cable is securely connected to a USB connector on the server If the USB keyboard is connected to a USB hub disconnect the keyboard from the hub and connect it directly to the server No keys are stuck The USB controller is enabled in th...

Page 206: ...ce is connected to a USB hub disconnect the device from the hub and connect it directly to the server The device drivers are installed correctly The USB controller is enabled in the Setup Utility program See Using the Setup Utility program on page 55 2 Restart the server 3 Replace the USB device 192 ThinkServer RD650 User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 207: ...the Lenovo Support Web site go to http www lenovo com support For more information about your server documentation see Server documentation on page 2 If you suspect a software problem refer to the documentation including readme files and online help that comes with the operating system or software program ThinkServer Web site The ThinkServer Web site provides up to date information and services to...

Page 208: ... be at your product when you call Have the following information available Machine type and model Serial numbers of your Lenovo hardware products Description of the problem Exact wording of any error messages Hardware and software configuration information Calling for service During the warranty period you can get help and information by telephone through the Customer Support Center The following ...

Page 209: ...ty period Service will be performed by service providers authorized to perform warranty service Service methods and procedures vary by country and some services might not be available in all countries International Warranty Service is delivered through the method of service such as depot carry in or on site service that is provided in the servicing country Service centers in certain countries migh...

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Page 211: ...e publication Lenovo may make improvements and or changes in the product s and or the program s described in this publication at any time without notice The products described in this document are not intended for use in implantation or other life support applications where malfunction may result in injury or death to persons The information contained in this document does not affect or change Len...

Page 212: ...y depending on operating environments Maximum internal storage drive capacities assume the replacement of any standard storage drives and population of all drive bays with the largest currently supported drives that are available from Lenovo Maximum memory might require replacement of the standard memory with an optional memory module Lenovo makes no representations or warranties with respect to n...

Page 213: ...t the battery is not to be thrown away but rather reclaimed upon end of life per this Directive In accordance with the European Directive 2006 66 EC batteries and accumulators are labeled to indicate that they are to be collected separately and recycled at end of life The label on the battery may also include a chemical symbol for the metal concerned in the battery Pb for lead Hg for mercury and C...

Page 214: ...rrosives and gaseous contaminant transfer In the absence of specific limits that are set forth in this document you must implement practices that maintain particulate and gas levels that are consistent with the protection of human health and safety If Lenovo determines that the levels of particulates or gases in your environment have caused damage to the server Lenovo may condition provision of re...

Page 215: ...additional WEEE information go to http www lenovo com recycling Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive RoHS This topic provides statements about the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive RoHS European Union RoHS Lenovo products sold in the European Union on or after 3 January 2013 meet the requirements of Directive 2011 65 EU on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substa...

Page 216: ...onditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Industry Canada Compliance Statement CAN ICES 3 A NMB 3 A United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement Notice to Customers This apparatus is approved under approval number NS G 1234 J 100003 for indirect connection to p...

Page 217: ...ische Verträglichkeit von Betriebsmitteln EMVG vom 20 Juli 2007 früher Gesetz über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Geräten bzw der EMV EG Richtlinie 2004 108 EC früher 89 336 EWG für 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 di...

Page 218: ...novo servers go to http www lenovo com By using ENERGY STAR compliant products and taking advantage of the power management features of your server you reduce the consumption of electricity Reduced electrical consumption contributes to potential financial savings a cleaner environment and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions For more information about ENERGY STAR go to http www energystar gov...

Page 219: ... or SAS hardware RAID 64 using the Lenovo ThinkServer Deployment Manager program 64 configuring the server 55 connecting cables 51 connector DisplayPort 25 27 serial 27 USB 25 27 considerations password 58 contamination particulate and gaseous 200 cooling shroud reinstalling 72 removing 72 CRU completing the replacement 183 D devices handling static sensitive 68 DIMM installation rules 79 installi...

Page 220: ... rear backplane cage assembly 141 SD module 110 server cover 183 solid state drive 138 system fan 74 tape drive 166 167 ThinkServer RAID Super Capacitor Module 132 TPM 114 TSM Premium 112 interface Setup Utility program 55 internal drives features 8 intrusion switch installing 157 removing 158 L LED front panel 23 hot swap redundant power supply status 26 hot swap drive status 50 network status 23...

Page 221: ...covering the BIOS 61 reinstalling cooling shroud 72 rack handles 71 system fan cage 77 reliability availability and serviceability features 10 removing AnyFabric adapter 118 cooling shroud 72 DIMM 85 drive partition 160 flash module 104 intrusion switch 156 158 memory module 85 PCIe card 98 rack handles 71 RAID 110i key 106 RAID 510i key 109 rear backplane cage assembly 142 SD module 111 server co...

Page 222: ... 74 system fan cage removing 77 system fan fault LED 49 System fan fault LEDs locations 49 system fans features 8 system identification ID LED 25 28 System Information menu Setup Utility program 56 system reliability guidelines 68 System Security menu Setup Utility program 57 system status LED 24 system time setting 58 T tape drive installing 166 167 replacing 166 170 the BIOS flashing 61 recoveri...

Page 223: ...OS 61 USB connector 25 27 using documentation 193 passwords 58 Setup Utility program 55 V video subsystem features 10 viewing information Setup Utility program 55 W Web site compatible options 79 working inside the server with the power on guidelines 69 Copyright Lenovo 2014 209 ...

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