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3. Glossary 

 

 

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3.

 

Glossary 

 

Terms 

Description 

BIOS Setup Utility (SETUP) 

Software for setting BIOS. You can run this software by pressing <F2> key during 
POST. 

BMC 

Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) is a built-in controller that supports the 
IPMI version 2.0 protocol. BMC can manage the server hardware. 

BMC RESET Switch 

A switch for resetting the BMC of the server. This resets the BMC without clearing the 
BMC settings. 
Use the switch if the problem on the BMC occurs. 

DUMP Switch 

A switch that is used for collecting the memory dump if an error occurs. You can 
specify the destination of the dump by using the OS function. 

EXPRESSBUILDER 

Standard software for setting up the server easily. This also includes several useful 
applications and instruction manuals. 

EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 

A name of BMC for NEC Express5800 series. 

EXPRESSSCOPE Profile Key 

A removable flash memory that stored the settings of BIOS and BMC. If the 
motherboard of the server is replaced, you can use former settings when moving this 
flash memory from the former motherboard. 

Express Report Service 

Software that can report the server failure to the contact center by E-mail or modem. 
This software is installed with NEC ESMPRO ServerAgentService to the server. 

Express Report Service (HTTPS) 

Software that can report the server failure to the contact center by HTTPS. This 
software is installed with NEC ESMPRO ServerAgentService to the server. 

Express Report Service (MG) 

Software that can report the server failure to the contact center by E-mail, modem or 
HTTPS without NEC ESMPRO ServerAgentService. This software is installed with 
NEC ESMPRO Manager to "PC for Management". 

ExpressUpdate 

A feature for updating BIOS, firmware, driver, or software of the server. This feature is 
available when NEC ESMPRO Manager cooperates with EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 
3 and ExpressUpdate Agent. 

ExpressUpdate Agent 

Software for performing ExpressUpdate. This is installed to the server. 

Flash FDD 

An optional USB device that can use as a floppy disk drive. 

Internal Flash Memory 

A built-in flash memory that stored EXPRESSBUILDER as standard. You can start 
EXPRESSBUILDER from it without DVD when pressing <F3> key during POST. 

NEC ESMPRO 

Standard software for the server management. This consists of several applications 
for managing or monitoring. 

NEC ESMPRO Agent 

Software for monitoring the server. This works with NEC ESMPRO Manager and 
resides as the OS service. 

NEC ESMPRO Agent Extension 

Software for performing the scheduled operations. This works with NEC ESMPRO 
Manager. 

NEC ESMPRO Manager 

Software for managing plural servers on network. 

NEC ESMPRO ServerAgentService 

Software for monitoring the server. This works with NEC ESMPRO Manager. You can 
choose Service Mode or Non-Service Mode when installing this  software. Service 
Mode resides as the OS service and Non-Service Mode does not use the OS service 
to reduce the OS resources such as memory or CPU. 

OEM driver 

A Windows driver for the mass storage device.   

OS standard installer 

An installer that stored in Windows installation disc. Use this installer if you want to 
install the OS manually. 

Offline tools 

Software that can confirm or change IPMI data such as SEL, SDR, or FRU. You can 
start Offline tools when pressing <F4> key during POST. 

PC for Management 

A computer for managing the server on network. A general Windows/Linux computer 
can be used as "PC for Management". 

Product Info Collection Utility 

Software for collecting several hardware/software statuses or event logs. You can 
easily collect the data for the server maintenance by using this software. 

RAID Configuration Utility 

Software for configuring RAID arrays. You can run this software during POST. 

Server Configuration Utility 

Software for setting BIOS or BMC. You can use as Windows application or run this 
software when pressing <F4> key during POST. This software is the same as BMC 
Configuration of former models. 

Starter Pack 

Software package for the server. This software includes the customized drivers for 
Windows. This must be installed before using Windows on the server. 

TPM Kit 

An optional product of Trusted Platform Module for the server. 

Universal RAID Utility 

Software for setting RAID arrays on Windows/Linux. This software is operated on "PC 
for Management" with NEC ESMPRO Manager. 

Windows OS parameter file 

A file that saved settings for installing Windows. You can install with the saved 
settings in this file when setting Windows with EXPRESSBUILDER. 

 

Содержание Express5800/B120f

Страница 1: ...1 101 01 October 2014 NEC Corporation 2014 NEC Express Server Express5800 Series Express5800 B120f EXP436A User s Guide Chapter 1 General Description Chapter 2 Preparations Chapter 3 Setup Chapter 4 A...

Страница 2: ...onal options connection of peripheral devices and suitable location for this server Chapter 3 Setup System BIOS configurations and summary of EXPRESSBUILDER Chapter 4 Appendix Specifications and other...

Страница 3: ...ed in this document and on warning labels 14 Safety notes 15 Handling precautions for proper operations 15 Handling precautions for Anti static Measures 17 Handling precautions Power saving feature 18...

Страница 4: ...5 3 Removal 49 1 5 4 Using Memory RAS Feature 49 1 6 Mezzanine Card 57 1 6 1 Notes 58 1 6 2 Installation 58 1 6 3 Removal 59 1 7 Hard Disk Drive HDD Solid State Drive SSD 60 1 7 1 Installation 61 1 7...

Страница 5: ...tility SETUP 85 2 1 Overview 85 2 2 Starting and Exiting SETUP Utility 85 2 3 Description on On Screen Items and Key Usage 86 2 4 Cases that Require Configuration 88 3 EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 89 3 1 Ove...

Страница 6: ...alfunctions could occur Note Indicates items that must be confirmed when handling hardware or operating software Tips Indicates information that is helpful to keep in mind when using this server Optic...

Страница 7: ...tion Notations in this document Official names of Windows Windows Server 2012 R2 Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard Windows Server 2012 R2 Datacenter Windows Server 2012 Windows Server 2012 Standard Wind...

Страница 8: ...nc of the United States Avago LSI and the LSI Design logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Avago Technologies in the United States and or other countries Adobe the Adobe logo and Acrobat are...

Страница 9: ...ed from this software without specific prior written permission THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS AS IS AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITE...

Страница 10: ...core openssl org 5 Products derived from this software may not be called OpenSSL nor may OpenSSL appear in their names without prior written permission of the OpenSSL Project 6 Redistributions of any...

Страница 11: ...llowing disclaimer in the documentation and or other materials provided with the distribution 3 Neither the name s of the above listed copyright holder s nor the names of its contributors may be used...

Страница 12: ...ment contact your sales representative 5 Regardless of article 4 NEC Corporation assumes no responsibility for effects resulting from your operations 6 The sample values used in this document are not...

Страница 13: ...WARNING or CAUTION is used to indicate a degree of danger These terms are defined as follows WARNING Indicates there is a risk of death or serious personal injury CAUTION Indicates there is a risk of...

Страница 14: ...ctric shock or fire may be caused Do not touch the server with wet hand Otherwise an electric shock may be caused Do not touch the component specified by this symbol Otherwise an electric shock or bur...

Страница 15: ...de should be installed in the Blade Enclosure SIGMABLADE Install or remove CPU blades one by one Hold the portions covered with metal plates when a CPU blade is installed or removed To carry a CPU bla...

Страница 16: ...any of the following operation during POST including similar operations from EM card and external applications Press the POWER switch of the CPU blade Press the RESET switch of the CPU blade Remove th...

Страница 17: ...any kind of metal accessories such as a ring bracelet or wrist watch Handling of components Keep the component in an anti static bag until you install it to the server Hold the component by the edges...

Страница 18: ...autions for Use Be Sure to Read Express5800 B120f User s Guide 18 Handling precautions Power saving feature The server does not support power saving features of OS such as Standby Hibernate and Sleep...

Страница 19: ...rom reflecting bright lights and to make the display contents easy to see Working without adjusting the display to a comfortable angle makes it difficult for you to maintain a proper posture and you w...

Страница 20: ...features of the server and bundled software and precautions on installation 1 Introduction 2 Accessories Describes your server s accessories 3 Standard Features Describes standard features of the serv...

Страница 21: ...sor Intel Xeon processor NEC s latest technology and architectures realize more space saving and reduction of running cost than ever The server is designed with consideration of not only reliability b...

Страница 22: ...PDF format on the EXPRESSBUILDER DVD Install Adobe Reader into your computer to read them Make sure you have all accessories and inspect them If an accessory is missing or damaged contact your sales...

Страница 23: ...the registered DIMM Forced start up with failed memory Bus parity error detection Temperature detection Error detection Internal voltage monitoring feature BIOS password feature Management Utilities N...

Страница 24: ...in Features Software power off Remote power on feature AC Link feature Self diagnosis Power On Self Test POST Test and Diagnosis T D utility Easy setup EXPRESSBUILDER setup utility SETUP BIOS SETUP u...

Страница 25: ...as construction of a power supply and the purchase of the rack for storage may occur With Express5800 BladeSever Series the server function is narrowed to necessity minimum and condensed on one board...

Страница 26: ...onitors can be confirmed by the Information of EM Card state constitution of NEC ESMPRO Manager 3 3 Firmware and Software Version Management Use of NEC ESMPRO Manager and ExpressUpdate Agent allows yo...

Страница 27: ...PU 1 A socket for processor 1 CPU 1 CPU 1 and CPU heat sink are factory installed 4 DIMM socket CPU 1 CPU1_DIMM1 CPU1_DIMM4 from the top 5 DIMM socket CPU 1 CPU1_DIMM6 CPU1_DIMM3 CPU1_DIMM5 CPU1_DIMM2...

Страница 28: ...RESET switch is pressed or command from NEC ESMPRO Manager is received You can use the remote control feature of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 BMC to perform the same operation as using the switch on the ser...

Страница 29: ...ctions of Parts Express5800 B120f User s Guide 29 Chapter 1 General Description External View With top cover installed 1 Top cover 2 Hard disk drive With top cover removed 1 Air duct 2 Hard disk drive...

Страница 30: ...ection describes SAS hard disk drives as an example 1 Hard disk drive 2 BP connector A connector for connecting with hard disk drive backplane in CPU blade 3 Tray 4 Hard disk drive access LED green am...

Страница 31: ...he CPU blade is in successful operation When the STATUS LED is blinking in amber or red it indicates that the system has failed In this case you can view the detailed information on error message on v...

Страница 32: ...tained except for certain factors When the CPU blade is powered on the STATUS LED goes on green normal status 4 3 3 ID LED Pressing the ID switch brings the LED to light and pressing again brings the...

Страница 33: ...using this server 1 Installing Internal Optional Devices Describes how to install or remove option devices and precautions on handling them You can skip this section if you did not purchase any optio...

Страница 34: ...tion make sure to update the system Refer to the Installation Guide for details 1 1 Safety Precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions to install and remove optional devices properly and...

Страница 35: ...air duct and or front frame removed Do not get your fingers caught when installing components 1 After the shutdown processing for the CPU blade to be removed turn off the power of the CPU blade Refer...

Страница 36: ...ssing for the CPU blade to be removed turn off the power of the CPU blade 2 Take the CPU blade out from the Blade Enclosure Refer to the User s Guide of the Blade Enclosure 3 Put the CPU blade on an a...

Страница 37: ...r duct Take steps below to remove air duct Required when installing CPU and DIMMs 1 While pushing latches on the side of air duct slowly pull the air duct upward to remove it Both of left and right ai...

Страница 38: ...ives 2 Remove three screws from the hard disk drive cage 3 Lift the hard disk drive cage and remove it from chassis Since the hard disk drive cage is connected with connector pay attention not to forc...

Страница 39: ...thout a component being installed or a cable being disconnected causes the server to malfunction Confirming that no parts such as screws are left in the server Confirm that particularly conductive par...

Страница 40: ...metal frame of the server to discharge static electricity from your body before handling the CPU Do not touch the CPU pins by a bare hand or place the CPU directly on the desk For static notes refer...

Страница 41: ...d disk drive cage 2 Confirm the position of the CPU socket 3 Push down the socket lever once to unlatch it from the hook then slowly open the lever until it stops Release the lever on the side marked...

Страница 42: ...mportant Be sure to hold the processor only at the edges Pay attention not to touch the bottom of the processor pin section Note the direction of the CPU To prevent the CPU from being inserted into th...

Страница 43: ...he socket lever to its original position First place the lever on the side marked as Lock then place the lever on the other side 9 Put the heat sink on the CPU Take care not to touch the cool sheet wi...

Страница 44: ...oved 12 Install the CPU blade having been removed to the Blade Enclosure according to the User s Guide of the Blade Enclosure 13 If ACPI uni processor PC or ACPI single processor PC is shown in Driver...

Страница 45: ...it See the second item of Important in below Important Remove the CPU only when it is defected After operation the cool sheet at the bottom of the heat sink may adhere to the CPU To remove the heat si...

Страница 46: ...recautions for Anti static Measures Do not use any DIMM not approved by NEC If an unapproved third party s DIMM is installed in the server not only the DIMM but also the CPU blade may be defected You...

Страница 47: ...If the CPU blade does not have CPU 2 installed DIMM slots CPU2_DIMM1 to CPU2_DIMM6 are unavailable 1 5 2 Installation Install the DIMM on the CPU blade according to the following procedure 1 Installa...

Страница 48: ...ding to Chapter 2 1 3 4 Installation of top cover air duct and hard disk drive cage If Mezzanine Card Type 2 for blade is installed remove it according to Chapter 2 1 6 2 Installation 6 Install the CP...

Страница 49: ...stalled memory 1 5 for Windows Refer to the Installation Guide for more information Note To remove the defective DIMM check the error message appearing in POST or NEC ESMPRO to confirm the CPU blade o...

Страница 50: ...Note Memory Mirroring feature uses channels 2 and 3 DIMMs used in mirror set must be of the same model number Example 2 CPU configuration Tips The operating system only recognizes a half of the total...

Страница 51: ...n CPUx_DIMMx Status Installation order depends on CPU configuration See the table below Installation order in 1 CPU configuration Installation order in 2 CPU configuration CPU1 DIMM1 Installation not...

Страница 52: ...ng conditions Install two DIMMs in DIMM socket to configure a Lock Step set Both of DIMMs to be used for LockStep set should be of the same model number See Chapter 2 1 System BIOS in Maintenance Guid...

Страница 53: ...CPU2 DIMM1 Installation not allowed CPU2 DIMM2 2 CPU2 DIMM3 2 CPU2 DIMM4 Installation not allowed CPU2 DIMM5 4 CPU2 DIMM6 4 Memory Lock Step cannot be configured in the following cases Memory Lock St...

Страница 54: ...ture install the corresponding additional memory board two DIMMs of same model DIMMs installed in the system must be of the same model number Tips The operating system recognizes the DIMMs as those wi...

Страница 55: ...H3 CH1 CPU1 DIMM1 CPU1 DIMM2 CPU1 DIMM3 CPU1 DIMM5 CPU1 DIMM6 CH2 CPU2 1 Memory Controller CPU2 DIMM4 CH3 CH1 CPU2 DIMM1 CPU2 DIMM2 CPU2 DIMM3 CPU2 DIMM5 CPU2 DIMM6 Spare set 3 Spare set 1 Spare set 5...

Страница 56: ...dvanced Memory Configuration Memory Information CPUx_DIMMx Status Installation order depends on CPU configuration See the table below Installation order in 1 CPU configuration Installation order in 2...

Страница 57: ...ectricity from your body before handling the mezzanine card Do not touch the terminals and parts on the mezzanine card by a bare hand and place the cards directly on the desk For static notes refer to...

Страница 58: ...nine card is MEZ1 and MEZ2 for Type 2 mezzanine card 1000BASE Adapter 4ch N8403 077F can be installed only in the Type 2 mezzanine card slot 1 6 2 Installation Install a mezzanine card in mezzanine ca...

Страница 59: ...t according to Chapter 2 1 3 4 Installation of top cover air duct 7 Install the CPU blade having been removed to the Blade Enclosure according to the User s Guide of the Blade Enclosure 8 Turn on the...

Страница 60: ...to Handling precautions for Anti static Measures An optional hard disk drive may contain operating system Be very careful when handling the drive Do not use any hard disk drives not approved by NEC If...

Страница 61: ...n slot 0 then the second hard disk drive in slot 1 1 Remove the dummy tray from the slot if installed Important Keep the removed dummy tray for future use 2 Release the lock of the lever on the hard d...

Страница 62: ...lever A click occurs when the hard disk drive is locked Important Make sure that the lever hook is engaged with the frame 1 7 2 Removal To remove the hard disk drive reverse the installation procedure...

Страница 63: ...tition and mirrored volume Replace the hard disk drives in the procedure meeting your system environment based on the figure on the next page To replace a hard disk drive in a RAID system RAID 1 you c...

Страница 64: ...Delete volumes and partitions carefully Pay attention not to delete volumes and partitions from a normal disk The volume and partition deletion disables the data to be recovered Take the proper actio...

Страница 65: ...n disables the data to be recovered Take the proper action such as data backup if necessary 3 Shutdown the CPU blade system and turn off the power of the CPU blade 4 Remove the hard disk drive 5 Insta...

Страница 66: ...of each RAID Controller such as available RAID levels or hard disk drives and choose an appropriate RAID Controller Logical Drives except for RAID0 have a smaller usable capacity compared to the total...

Страница 67: ...ard disk drives with the same model number If you intend to install the OS to the RAID System the process from RAID configuration to OS installation can be easily completed by using the EXPRESSBUILDER...

Страница 68: ...tor is factory installed on the CPU blade Important The LAN riser card is extremely sensitive to static electricity Make sure to touch the metal frame of the CPU blade to discharge static electricity...

Страница 69: ...endicularly into the connector Inserting the card with being inclined may damage connector pins and or connectors If you have trouble installing the card remove the card once and try again If you appl...

Страница 70: ...factory installed TPM kit connector on CPU blade to install TPM kit Important TPM kit is extremely sensitive to static electricity Be sure to touch the metal frame of the server to discharge static el...

Страница 71: ...o the connector Inserting TPM kit with being inclined may damage connector pins and or connectors If you have trouble installing the TPM kit remove the TPM kit once and try again If you apply excessiv...

Страница 72: ...ppropriate to Blade Enclosure and how to install the CPU blade Important The CPU blade is extremely sensitive to static electricity Make sure to touch the metal frame of the CPU blade to discharge sta...

Страница 73: ...AC address is indicated in the area of LAN riser card as shown in the figure below The MAC address of LAN port is derived by adding the base value in the table below for the address For convenience th...

Страница 74: ...tions The MAC addresses can be checked by the following procedure Windows Enter ipconfig all for the command prompt or from Run in the Start menu to see the indicated physical address part You may use...

Страница 75: ...th a wet hand Do not connect earth lines to any gas tubes CAUTION Be sure to observe the following precautions to use the server safely Failure to observe the precautions may cause burns injury and pr...

Страница 76: ...The serial port connector cannot be directly connected with the leased line Do not connect disconnect the SUV cable or add remove the USB device until the operating system starts running To connect d...

Страница 77: ...sure SIGMABLADE However when using a display unit keyboard and mouse connected to the Blade Enclosure by using the KVM selection feature of the Blade Enclosure do not connect those devices by way of a...

Страница 78: ...losure is connected to a UPS you may need to change the BIOS SETUP of the CPU blade to link with power supply from the UPS Run BIOS SETUP and select Server AC LINK and change parameter appropriately S...

Страница 79: ...s in this section 3 EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 provides useful features through the Baseboard Management Controller BMC 4 EXPRESSBUILDER EXPRESSBUILDER helps you to install Windows an...

Страница 80: ...ED on CPU blade is lit amber The power on operation within the period of 60 seconds from the supply of AC power to every power unit may not turn on the power of the CPU blade If so turn on the power o...

Страница 81: ...Blade Server Express5800 B120f User s Guide 81 Chapter 3 Setup 1 1 Power ON from CPU Blade Press the POWER switch on the panel of the CPU blade the POWER LED on the CPU blade goes on green POWER LED...

Страница 82: ...e in the BIOS SETUP Utility 1 3 Power ON from Remote Console The power of the CPU blade can be turned on by using remote control feature of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 BMC 1 4 Operation after Power ON If th...

Страница 83: ...escribed later 1 When the server is turned on POST starts running and displays messages indicating initialization of memory and PCI devices After messages are displayed the LOGO appears Note The keybo...

Страница 84: ...age is displayed that prompts you to start the dedicated utility to configure the card Tips To launch the dedicated utility such as RAID Controller by pressing one or more keyboard keys e g Ctrl H key...

Страница 85: ...creen The on screen message depends on your environment Press F2 SETUP F3 Internal Flash Memory F4 ROM Utility F12 Network If you press the F2 key SETUP starts upon completion of POST and the Main men...

Страница 86: ...use this key when a menu which has on the left is selected Enter key Press this key to determine the selected parameter Esc key Press this key to cancel pop up menu In sub menu press this key takes y...

Страница 87: ...currently selected item to the default setting This might be different from the parameters configured before shipment Load Setup Defaults Yes No Note Load Setup Default does not restore the default v...

Страница 88: ...erver 2008R2 See Before Starting Setup in Chapter 1 Installing Windows in Installation Guide to determine the boot mode Change the boot order of devices Boot Boot Option Priorities Change the boot pri...

Страница 89: ...3 Network Configuration The network configuration of management LAN of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 is obtained automatically from the Enclosure Manager which has DHCP server function For detailed informati...

Страница 90: ...figuration Network IPv4 Property 5 If Property is selected the following screen is displayed On this screen select Enable when you use DHCP or select Disable and specify IP Address Subnet Mask Default...

Страница 91: ...ents including Instruction Manual of the server 4 2 Usage of EXPRESSBUILDER If you want to configure RAID arrays or install Windows run EXPRESSBUILDER by using any of the following EXPRESSBUILDER DVD...

Страница 92: ...Software Components Express5800 B120f User s Guide 92 Chapter 3 Setup 5 Installing Software Components Continue to install software components such as OS Refer to the instructions below Installation G...

Страница 93: ...D LED allows you to identify the device subject to maintenance among more than one CPU blade installed in the Blade Enclosure The ID LED on CPU blade can be made lit blue by proper software commands N...

Страница 94: ...ess the POWER switch on the panel of the CPU blade Power off from Remote Console The power of the CPU blade can be turned off by using OS Shutdown in remote control feature of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 BM...

Страница 95: ...f User s Guide 95 NEC Express5800 Series Express5800 B120f Appendix 1 Specifications Describes the specifications of this server 2 Interrupt Lines Describes the interrupt lines assigned to this server...

Страница 96: ...S HDD 2 2 5 inch SATA_HDD 2 2 5 inch SAS_SSD 2 Interface RAID levels SATA 3 6 Gb s RAID 0 1 SAS 6 12 Gb s RAID 0 1 Graphics VRAM Embedded management controller chip 32 MB 16 770 000 colors 640x840 800...

Страница 97: ...2 5 inch SATA_HDD 2 2 5 inch SAS_SSD 2 Interface RAID levels SATA 3 6 Gb s RAID 0 1 SAS 6 12 Gb s RAID 0 1 Graphics VRAM Embedded management controller chip 32 MB 16 770 000 colors 640x840 800x600 1...

Страница 98: ...ou add optional devices Interrupt lines As factory settings interrupt lines are assigned as follows IRQ Peripheral Device Controller IRQ Peripheral Device Controller 0 System timer 8 Real time clock 1...

Страница 99: ...an start EXPRESSBUILDER from it without DVD when pressing F3 key during POST NEC ESMPRO Standard software for the server management This consists of several applications for managing or monitoring NEC...

Страница 100: ...B120f User s Guide October 2014 NEC Corporation 7 1 Shiba 5 Chome Minato Ku Tokyo 108 8001 Japan NEC Corporation 2014 The contents of this manual may not be copied or altered without the prior written...

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