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Installation and User Guide ThinkServer RD220 T ypes 3797, 3798, 3779, and 3729.
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ThinkS e rv e r RD 220 Ty p e s 3729 , 3779, 3797 , an d 379 8 In stall a ti o n an d Us er Gu i d e.
Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 155 and the Warranty and Support Information document on the Lenovo ® ThinkServer Documentation DVD. First Edition (June 2009) © Copyright Lenovo 2009.
Contents Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Chapter 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Notices and statements in this document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Related documentation . . . . . .
Removing a PCI adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 4 Installing a PCI adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 6 Installing the full-length-adapter bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 0 Storing the full-length-adapter bracket .
Using the EasyUpdate Firmware Updater tool . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1 9 Starting the backup UEFI firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1 9 Using the Integrated Management Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1 9 IBM Advanced Settings Utility program .
Battery return program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 German Ordinance for Work gloss statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Electronic emissions notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement .
Safety Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança. Pred instal ací tohoto produktu si prectete prír uc ku bezpecnostních inst rukcí. Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.
Important: Each caution and danger statement in this document is labeled with a number . This number is used to cross reference an English-language caution or danger statement with translated versions of the caution or danger statement in the Safety Information document.
Statement 1: DANGER Electrical current from power , telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.
Statement 2: CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery , use only the battery recommended by the manufacturer . If your system has a module containing a lithium battery , replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer . The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.
Statement 3: CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD drives, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation.
Statement 4: ≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. Statement 5: CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to 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.
This server is suitable for use on an IT power-distribution system whose maximum phase-to-phase voltage is 240 V under any distribution fault condition. Important: This product is not suitable for use with visual display workplace devices according to Clause 2 of the German Ordinance for Work with V isual Display Units.
Chapter 1. Introduction This Installation and User Guide is intended to use with your Lenovo ® ThinkServer ™ RD220 T ypes 3729, 3779, 3797, and 3798 server .
Notices and statements in this document The caution and danger statements that appear in this document are also in the multilingual Safety Information document, which is on the Lenovo ThinkServer Documentation DVD. Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in the Safety Information document.
T able 1. (continued) Document Description Location Hardware Maintenance Manual This document provides diagnostic information, parts listing, and replacement procedures for all field replaceable units (parts replaced by trained service personnel) as well as all customer replaceable units (CRUs).
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Chapter 2. Server setup roadmap The installation process varies depending on the configuration of the server when it was delivered. In some cases, the server is fully configured and just needs to be installed in the rack, connected to power and the network, and started.
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Chapter 3. What is included with your server The RD220 server package includes the server , rail kit and rail kit instructions, as well as printed documentation, the ThinkServer Documentation DVD, and software media.
– Common Information Model (CIM) – We b browser v Remote presence capability and blue-screen capture IMM Premium is required to enable the remote presence and blue-screen capture features.
The ThinkServer EasyManage program helps you manage and administer your servers and clients through remote problem notification as well as monitoring and alerting. v Integrated network support The server comes with two integrated Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet controllers, which support connection to a 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1000-Mbps network.
running on the server and TOE is enabled, the server supports TOE operation. See the operating-system documentation for information about enabling TOE. Note: As of the date of this document, the Linux operating system does not support TOE. Specifications The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the server .
T able 3. Features and specifications Microprocessor: v Dual Core or Quad Core Intel ® Xeon, with integrated memory controller and Quick Path Interconnect (QPI) architecture v Designed for XBGA 1366 .
Software Lenovo provides software to help get your server up and running. EasyStartup The ThinkServer EasyStartup program simplifies the process of your RAID controller and installing supported Windows ® and Linux operating systems and device drivers on your server .
v Parity checking on the small computer system interface (SCSI) bus and PCI buses v Power management: Compliance with Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) v Power-on self-test (POST) v Ha.
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Chapter 4. Server controls, LEDs, and power This section describes the controls and light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and how to turn the server on and off. Front view The following illustration shows the controls, light-emitting diodes (LEDs), and connectors on the front of the server .
Rack release latches: Press these latches to release the server from the rack. Operator information panel The following controls, LEDs, and connectors are on the operator information panel: 1 Po.
1 Operator information panel 2 Diagnostic LEDs 3 Release latch The following illustration shows the controls and LEDs on the diagnostics panel.
There are two types of checkpoint codes: field programmable gate array (FPGA) hardware checkpoint codes and UEFI checkpoint codes. The UEFI checkpoint codes might change because of code sequence and timing changes or when the server firmware is updated.
v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Rear view The following illustration shows the connectors and LEDs on the rear of the server . 1 Ethernet 3 (optional) connector 7 USB 3 connector 2 Ethernet 4 (optional) connector .
The following illustration shows the LEDs on the rear of the server: 1 Ethernet activity LED 5 Power-supply error LED (amber) 2 Ethernet link LED 6 System-error LED (amber) .
Fading on and off: The server is in a reduced-power state. To wake the server , press the power-control button or use the IMM Web interface. For information about logging on to the IMM Web interface, see “Logging on to the Web interface” on page 125.
11 Reserved 22 Virtual media key connector System-board external connectors The following illustration shows the external input/output connectors on the system board.
T able 4. Callout descriptions Jumper name Jumper setting 1 UEFI boot recovery jumper (J29) v Pins 1 and 2: Normal (default) Loads the primary server firmware (formerly called BIOS) ROM page. v Pins 2 and 3: Loads the secondary (backup) server firmware ROM page.
T able 4. Callout descriptions (continued) Notes: 1. If no jumper is present, the server responds as if the pins are set to 1 and 2. 2. Changing the position of the UEFI boot recovery jumper from pins 1 and 2 to pins 2 and 3 before the server is turned on alters which flash ROM page is loaded.
Note: Error LEDs remain lit only while the server is connected to power . T able 6. Callout descriptions 1 PCI riser 2 LED 13 Fan 3 error LED 2 Enclosure manager heartbeat LED 14.
A 12-drive-capable model server or a diskless model server contains the following riser card: 1 USB connector 2 PCI Express RAID adapter 3 SAS error LED A tape-enabled model server c.
1 Adapter 2 PCI riser-card assembly 3 Adapter connectors PCI riser-card assembly LEDs The following illustration shows the light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the PCI riser-card assembly . Note: Error LEDs remain lit only while the server is connected to power .
Power-supply LEDs The following illustration shows the power-supply LEDs on the rear of the server . For more information about solving power-supply problems, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual .
Some operating systems require an orderly shutdown before you turn off the server . See your operating-system documentation for information about shutting down the operating system. Statement 5: CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device.
Chapter 5. Installing optional devices and replacing customer replaceable units This chapter provides hardware installation and replacement procedures for customer replaceable units.
v Yo u do not have to turn off the server to install or replace hot-swap fans, redundant hot-swap ac power supplies, or hot-plug Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices. However , you must turn off the server before performing any steps that involve removing or installing adapter cables or non-hot-swap optional devices or components.
v Avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing on your forearms. Button long-sleeved shirts before working inside the server; do not wear cuff links while you are working inside the server . v Do not allow your necktie or scarf to hang inside the server . v Remove jewelry , such as bracelets, necklaces, rings, and loose-fitting wrist watches.
The following illustrations show the major components in the server . Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.
1 Cover 11 CD/DVD drive 2 PCI riser-card assembly 12 Operator information panel 3 PCI riser-card assembly 13 Front bezel (some models) 4 Heat sink 14 4-.
4. Press down on the left and right side latches and pull the server out of the rack enclosure until both slide rails lock. Note: Yo u can reach the cables on the rear of the server when the server is in the locked position. The following illustration shows how to remove the cover .
1 ServeRAID- MR10i SAS/SA T A controller 2 SAS signal cables The S ATA cable is a combination power and signal cable with a shared connector on both ends. The following illustration shows the internal routing and connector for the S ATA cable 1 .
1 To p cover latch receptacle 2 Operator panel cable The following illustration shows the internal routing and connector for the USB/video cable. Note: The USB cable is routed under the video cable and then both the USB and video cables are routed under the cable retention tab and the top cover latch receptacle.
The following illustration shows the internal routing for the configuration cable (3 backplane connectors) 1 . The following illustrations show the internal routing for the SAS hard disk drive backplane cables. 1 DIMM air baffle 2 SAS expander card 3 New backplane Chapter 5.
1 Power cable 2 SAS signal cable 3 Configuration cable 4 Hard disk drive backplane Removing a PCI riser-card assembly The server comes with two riser-card assemblies that each contain two PCI Express x8 connectors.
1 PCI riser-card assembly 2 2 PCI riser-card assembly 1 To remove the riser-card assembly , complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33. 2. Turn of f the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cord and all external cables.
Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware. 1 PCI riser-card assembly 2 2 PCI riser-card assembly 1 3 Alignment slots 4 Alignment brackets 5 PCI riser connector 1 6 PCI riser connector 2 1.
If you have other optional devices to install, do so now . Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 100. Removing a PCI adapter from a PCI riser-card assembly This topic describes removing an adapter from a PCI expansion slot in a PCI riser-card assembly .
3. Press down on the left and right side latches and slide the server out of the rack enclosure until both slide rails lock; then, remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37). 4. Remove the PCI riser-card assembly that contains the adapter (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 42).
The following illustration shows the locations of the adapter expansion slots from the rear of the server . 1 PCI slot 1 2 PCI slot 2 3 PCI slot 3 4 PCI slot 4 To install an adapter , complete the following steps. 1 Adapter 2 Expansion-slot cover 3 PCI riser-card assembly 1.
2. Connect any required cables to the adapter (see “Internal cable routing and connectors” on page 38.) Attention: v When you route cables, do not block any connectors or the ventilated space around any of the fans. v Make sure that cables are not routed on top of components under the PCI riser-card assembly .
7. Turn on the server and reconnect the peripheral devices, power cords, and external cables. Installing an Ethernet adapter To install an Ethernet adapter , complete the following steps: 1. Remove the adapter bracket 2 from the new Ethernet adapter 1 .
4. Press the bracket tab 3 and slide the bracket toward the expansion-lot-opening end of the assembly until the bracket clicks into place. Removing the microprocessor 2 air baffle When you work with some optional devices, you must first remove the microprocessor 2 air baffle to access certain components.
Attention: For proper cooling and airflow , replace all air baffles before you turn on the server . Operating the server with any air baffle removed might damage server components.
6. Lower the microprocessor 2 air baffle into the server , making sure all cables are out of the way . Attention: For proper cooling and airflow , replace all air baffles before you turn on the server . Operating the server with any air baffle removed might damage server components.
5. Place your fingers under the front and back of the top of the air baffle; then, lift the air baffle out of the server . Attention: For proper cooling and airflow , replace all air baffles before you turn on the server . Operating the server with any air baffle removed might damage server components.
8. Install the cover (see “Completing the installation” on page 100). Removing a PCI adapter To remove an adapter from a PCI riser-card assembly , complete the following steps. 1 Adapter 2 Expansion slot cover 3 PCI riser-card assembly 1.
1 PCI riser-card assembly 2 2 PCI riser-card assembly 1 4. Remove the PCI riser-card assembly that contains the adapter (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 42). 5. Disconnect any cables from the adapter (make note of the cable routing, in case you reinstall the adapter later).
Installing a PCI adapter The following illustration shows the PCI adapter expansion slots. 1 PCI slot 1 2 PCI slot 2 3 PCI slot 3 4 PCI slot 4 The following notes describe the .
– System board Ethernet 2 PXE (fixed) – System board SAS (or RAID) The following illustration shows the adapter connectors on the PCI riser-card assembly . 1 Adapter 2 PCI riser-card assembly 3 Adapter connectors To install a PCI adapter , complete the following steps: 1.
of the riser-card assembly and insert it in the end of the upper expansion slot of the riser-card assembly . See “Installing the full-length-adapter bracket” on page 60 for instructions. b. Align the adapter with the adapter connector on the riser-card, and the guide on the external end of the PCI riser-card assembly .
1 PCI riser-card assembly 2 2 PCI riser-card assembly 1 3 Alignment slots 4 Alignment brackets 5 PCI riser connector 1 6 PCI riser connector 2 v PCI riser connector.
Installing the full-length-adapter bracket If you are installing a full-length adapter in the upper riser-card PCI slot, you must first install the full-length-adapter bracket in the end of the riser-card assembly . To install the full-length-adapter bracket, complete the following steps: 1.
4. Press the bracket tab 3 and slide the bracket toward the expansion-slot-opening end of the assembly until the bracket clicks into place. 5. Return to “Installing a PCI adapter” on page 56 or “Installing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 43, as applicable.
Installing a virtual media key IMM Premium enables the IMM remote presence and blue-screen capture capability . This feature provides graphical console redirection with remote keyboard and mouse interaction, plus remote diskette and CD/DVD drive support.
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33. 2. Turn of f the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables. 3. Slide the server out of the rack. 4. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).
Installing a memory module The following notes describe the types of dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) that the server supports and other information that you must consider when installing DIMMs: .
v The specifications of a DDR3 DIMM are on a label on the DIMM, in the following format. ggg e Rx ff -PC3- wwwwwm - aa - bb - cc where: ggg is the total capacity of the DIMM (for example, 1GB, 2GB, or.
DIMM installation sequence The server requires at least one DIMM per microprocessor . The server comes with a minimum of two 1 GB DIMMs, installed in connectors 3 and 6. (Connectors 3 and 6 are the farthest connectors for channels 0 and 1 of microprocessor 1.
The following table lists the DIMM connectors on each memory channel. T able 9. Connectors on each memory channel Memory channel DIMM connectors Channel 0 1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 11 Channel 1 4, 5, 6, 12, 13, 14 Channel 2 7, 8, 15, 16 The following illustration shows the memory connector layout that is associated with each microprocessor .
T able 10. Memory-mirroring mode DIMM population sequence DIMMs Number of installed microprocessors DIMM connector First pair of DIMMs 1 3, 6 Second pair of DIMMs 1 2, 5 Third pair of DIMMs 1 1, 4 Fou.
4. If PCI riser-card assembly 1 contains one or more adapters, remove riser-card assembly 1 (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 42). 5. Remove the DIMM air baffle (see “Removing the DIMM air baffle” on page 52). Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM connectors, open and close the clips gently .
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33. 2. If only one power supply is installed, turn off the server and peripheral devices. 3. Disconnect the power cord from the power supply that you are removing.
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.
4. Connect the power cord for the new ac power supply to the power-cord connector on the power supply . The following illustration shows the ac power-supply connectors 1 on the rear of the server .
4. Lift the fan out of the server , holding the vertical tabs 1 . 5. Replace the fan within 30 seconds (see “Installing a hot-swap fan”). If you have other optional devices to install or remove, do so now . Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 100.
4. Align the vertical tabs on the fan with the slots on the fan cage bracket. 5. Push the new fan into the fan connector on the system board. Press down on the top surface of the fan to seat the fan fully . If you have other optional devices to install or remove, do so now .
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33. 2. Turn of f the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables. 3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).
Installing the fan bracket To install the fan bracket, complete the following steps. 1. Lower the fan bracket into the chassis. 2. Align the holes in the bottom of the bracket with the pins 2 in the bottom of the chassis. 3. Press the bracket into position until the fan-bracket release levers 1 click into place.
Removing the SAS riser card and controller assembly To remove the SAS riser-card and controller assembly from the server , complete the steps for the applicable server model. v 12-drive-capable server model : 1 SAS riser card 2 SAS controller 3 Release tab 1.
v T ape-enabled server model : 1. Press down on the assembly release latch 2 and lift up on the tab to release the SAS controller assembly , which includes the SAS riser card 1 , from the system board. 2. Lift the front and back edges of the assembly to remove the assembly from the server .
2. Press down on the SAS riser card and the rear edge of the SAS controller until the SAS riser card is firmly seated and the SAS controller card retention latch clicks into place. v T ape-enabled server model: 1. Align the pins on the back side of the SAS riser card 2 with the slots on the server chassis 4 .
To remove the SAS controller from a SAS riser card, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33. 2. Turn of f the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables (see “T urning off the server” on page 31).
Installing a SAS controller on the SAS riser card Important: If you have installed a 4-disk-drive optional expansion device in a 12-drive-capable server , the SAS controller is installed in a PCI riser-card assembly and is installed and removed the same way as any other PCI adapter .
Notes: 1. When you restart the server for the first time after you install a SAS controller with a battery , the monitor screen remains blank while the controller initializes the battery . This might take a few minutes, after which the startup process continues.
1 RAID controller 2 Retention bracket 3 SAS riser card 5. Remove the retention bracket from the current location: a. Pinch the bottoms of both bracket posts and push the posts up out of the SAS riser-card assembly . b. Rotate the bracket 2 to free the bracket tab from the slot on the SAS riser-card assembly 1 .
d. Install the SAS controller on the SAS riser card (see “Installing a SAS controller on the SAS riser card” on page 81). e. Install the riser-card assembly in the server (see “Installing the SAS riser card and controller assembly” on page 78).
1 Remote battery cable connector 2 Remote battery cable c. Disconnect the battery carrier cable from the battery . d. Squeeze the clip on the side of the battery and battery carrier to remove the battery from the battery carrier .
Installing a SAS controller battery on the remote battery tray To install a SAS controller battery on the remote battery tray , complete the following steps: 1.
1 Posts 2 Battery retention clip 3 Battery 4 Battery tray 5 Post 6 Rings d. Press the posts into the rings and underneath the tabs on the remote battery tray . e. Secure the battery to the tray with the battery retention clip.
v All hot-swap drives in the server should have the same throughput speed rating. Mixing hard disk drives with different speed ratings will cause all drives to operate at the lower throughput speed. v The ID that is assigned to each bay is printed on the front of the server above the drive bay .
Removing a CD-RW/DVD drive To remove the CD-R W/DVD drive, complete the following steps. 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33. 2. Turn of f the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables.
Installing a CD-R W/DVD drive To install the replacement CD-R W/DVD drive, complete the following steps. 1. Attach the drive-retention clip 1 to the side of the drive. 2. Slide the drive into the CD/DVD drive bay (using the alignment pins 2 ) until the drive clicks into place.
6. Pull the drive completely out of the bay . 7. Remove the tape drive 1 from the drive tray 2 by removing the four screws on the sides of the tray . 8. If you are not installing another drive in the bay , insert the tape drive filler panel into the empty tape drive bay .
1 T ape drive 2 T ray 3 Latch 3. Prepare the drive according to the instructions that come with the drive, setting any switches or jumpers. 4. Slide the tape-drive assembly most of the way into the tape-drive bay . 5. Using the cables from the former tape drive, connect the signal and power cables to the back of the tape drive.
4. Depending on which microprocessor you are removing, remove the following components, if necessary: v Microprocessor 1: PCI riser-card assembly 1 and DIMM air baffle (see “Removing a PCI riser-car.
Installing a microprocessor and heat sink Read the documentation that comes with the microprocessor to determine whether you must update the firmware. Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated code updates.
Attention: v Do not touch the microprocessor contact; handle the microprocessor by the edges only . Contaminants on the microprocessor contacts, such as oil from your skin, can cause connection failures between the contacts and the socket. v Handle the microprocessor carefully .
c. If the new heat sink did not come with thermal grease, apply thermal grease on the microprocessor before you install the heat sink (see “Thermal grease”). d. Align the heat sink above the microprocessor with the thermal grease side down. e. Slide the flange of the heat sink into the opening in the retainer bracket.
Note: 0.01mL is one tick mark on the syringe. If the grease is properly applied, approximately half (0.22 mL) of the grease will remain in the syringe. 6. Continue with step 5d on page 96 of the “Installing a microprocessor and heat sink” on page 94 procedure.
7. Locate the battery on the system board 1 . 8. Remove the battery: a. Use one finger to push the battery horizontally out of its housing, pushing it away from the PCI riser 2. b. Lift the battery from the socket. 9. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
v After you replace the battery , you must reconfigure the server and reset the system date and time. v To avoid possible danger , read and follow the following safety statement. Statement 2: CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery , use only battery recommended by the manufacturer .
7. Reconnect the external cables; then, reconnect the power cords and turn on the peripheral devices and the server . Note: Yo u must wait approximately 20 seconds after you connect the power cord of the server to an electrical outlet before the power-control button becomes active.
Connecting the cables The following illustrations show the locations of the input and output connectors on the front and rear of the server . Front view 1 Video connector 2 USB 1 connector.
Management program starts automatically so that you can save the new configuration settings. For more information, see Chapter 6, “Configuring the server,” on page 103. Some optional devices have device drivers that you must install. See the documentation that comes with each optional device for information about installing device drivers.
Chapter 6. Configuring the server Lenovo provides a number of programs to assist you with getting your server up and running quickly . v Setup Utility program The Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI, formerly called BIOS) Setup Utility program is part of the system firmware.
v Ethernet controller configuration For information about the Ethernet controller , see “Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controller” on page 1 18. Using the Setup Utility program The Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) provides the interface between the operating system and platform firmware and controls platform initialization.
Select this choice to view the system board identifier , the revision level or issue date of the firmware, the integrated baseboard management controller and diagnostics code, and the version and date. This choice is on the full UEFI Setup Utility menu only .
Select this choice to Enable or Disable devices from taking control of the boot process. The default is Disable . - Legacy Thunk Support Select this choice to Enable or Disable Legacy Thunk Support. - Legacy PXE Enable Select this choice to Enable or Disable the Legacy PXE Boot option.
– Power-on Password Select this choice to set or change a power-on password. See “Power-on password” for more information. – Administrator Password Select this choice to set or change an administrator password. An administrator password is intended to be used by a system administrator; it limits access to the full UEFI Setup Utility menu.
If you forget the power-on password, you can regain access to the server in any of the following ways: v If an administrator password is set, type the administrator password at the password prompt. Start the UEFI Setup Utility program and reset the power-on password.
Attention: Before changing any switch settings or moving any jumpers, turn off the server; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables. See the safety information that begins on page vii. Do not change settings or move jumpers on any system-board switch or jumper blocks that are not shown in this document.
RAID controllers The following table lists the various utilities available to configure RAID controllers before an operating system is installed. T able 12.
– Set protocol parameters on hard disk drives The integrated SAS/SA T A controller with RAID capabilities supports RAID arrays. Yo u can use the LSI Configuration Utility program to configure RAID 1 (IM), RAID 1E (IME), and RAID 0 (IS) for a single pair of attached devices.
Formatting a hard disk drive Low-level formatting removes all data from the hard disk. If there is data on the disk that you want to save, back up the hard disk before you perform this procedure. Note: Before you format a hard disk, make sure that the disk is not part of a mirrored pair .
Adapter Properties From this view , you can display and modify the properties of the SAS adapter that is currently selected. Scan Devices From this view , you can re-scan the physical and virtual disks for any changes in the drive status or physical configuration.
Auto Configuration and Redundancy This mode automatically creates an optimal RAID 1 or RAID 5 configuration, providing data redundancy . Auto Configuration without Redundancy This mode automatically created a non-redundant RAID 0 configuration. 5. Click Next to continue.
v Creates a reuseable response file that can be used with similarly configured Lenovo servers to make future installations even faster . Before you use the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD Functionality and supported operating systems can vary with different versions of the EasyStartup program.
v Guides you through the process of creating a response file for the unattended installation of the operating system v Enables you to create scripts or commands that run at the end of the operating sy.
selected. This section describes the tasks associated with a typical Windows Server operating system installation. Each task must be completed before moving to the next task. Note: Ensure that your RAID controller is correctly configured before you select an operating system to install.
5. Click Operating system installation to download instructions to install the operating system. Enabling the Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Utility program The Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Utility program is part of the UEFI firmware.
The following items are downloadable at http://www .lenovo.com/support: v Diagnostics programs v IMM firmware v Ethernet firmware Using the EasyUpdate Firmware Updater tool ThinkServer EasyUpdate Firmware Updater is a software application that enables you to maintain your system firmware up to date and helps you avoid unnecessary outages.
v LED indicators to report errors that occur with fans, power supplies, microprocessor , hard disk drives, and system errors (EasyLED Diagnostics) v DIMM error assistance.
IBM Advanced Settings Utility program The IBM Advanced Settings Utility (ASU) program is an alternative to the Setup utility for modifying UEFI settings. Use the ASU program online or out-of-band to modify UEFI settings from the command line without the need to restart the server to access the Setup utility .
Installation order The order in which you install the operating system and Windows Components is critical to install ThinkServer EasyManage software successfully . To ensure a clean, working installation of ThinkServer EasyManage software, use the following installation order: 1.
5. Click Next to continue the wizard. 6. If prompted, insert the original Windows operating system CD. If the autorun launches when you insert the CD, close it. The Windows Components Wizard will automatically detect and install the necessary files. 7.
Using the remote presence capability and blue-screen capture The remote presence and blue-screen capture features are integrated functions of the Integrated Management Module (IMM). When IMM Premium (the virtual media key) is installed in the server , it activates full system-management functions.
2. When the prompt Press F1 for UEFI Setup displays, press F1 . (This prompt is displayed on the screen for only a few seconds. Yo u must press F1 quickly .) If you have set both a power-on password and an administrator password, you must type the administrator password to access the full UEFI Setup Utility menu.
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Chapter 7. Solving problems This chapter provides basic troubleshooting information to help you solve some common problems that might occur while you are setting up the server .
POST error codes The following table provides an abbreviated list of the error codes that might appear during POST . See the Hardware Maintenance Manual for more information about the POST error codes. To check for updated technical information, complete the following steps.
T roubleshooting tables Use the troubleshooting tables to find solutions to problems that have identifiable symptoms. See the Hardware Maintenance Manual for more detailed troubleshooting information.
CD-R W/DVD drive problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Hard disk drive problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Memory problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Microprocessor problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Monitor problems Some Lenovo monitors have their own self-tests. If you suspect a problem with your monitor , see the documentation that comes with the monitor for instructions for testing and adjusting the monitor . If you cannot diagnose the problem, call for service.
v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Optional-device problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Universal Serial Bus (USB) port problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Diagnosing problems using EasyLED Diagnostics LEDs in two locations on the server are available to help you diagnose problems that might occur during installation. Use them in the following order: 1. Diagnostics panel - Look at this panel first. If a system error has occurred, the system-error LED on the front of the diagnostics drawer is lit.
T able 15. EasyLED panel LEDs (continued) LED Description Action OVER SPEC The power supplies are using more power than their maximum rating. If the OVER SPEC LED on the EasyLED panel is lit, or any of the six 12V rail error LEDs (A, B, C, D, E, or AUX) on the system board are lit, follow the instructions below .
T able 15. EasyLED panel LEDs (continued) LED Description Action OVER SPEC (Continued) The power supplies are using more power than their maximum rating. If the 12V channel C error LED is lit, complete the following steps: 1. T urn the server off and disconnect the power from the server .
T able 15. EasyLED panel LEDs (continued) LED Description Action OVER SPEC (Continued) The power supplies are using more power than their maximum rating. If the 12V channel E error LED is lit, complete the following steps: 1. T urn the server off and disconnect the power from the server .
T able 15. EasyLED panel LEDs (continued) LED Description Action PCI An error has occurred on a PCI bus or on the system board. An additional LED will be lit next to a failing PCI slot. 1. Check the LEDs on the PCI slots to identify the component that caused the error .
T able 15. EasyLED panel LEDs (continued) LED Description Action CPU A microprocessor has failed. 1. Make sure that the failing microprocessor , which is indicated by a lit LED on the system board, is install correctly . 2. (T rained service technician only) Replace the microprocessor .
T able 16. Power-supply LEDs Power-supply LEDs Description Action Notes AC DC Error Off Of f Off No ac power to the server or a problem with the ac power source 1. Check the ac power to the server . 2. Make sure that the power cord is connected to a functioning power source.
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Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about Lenovo products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from Lenovo to assist you.
Calling for service During the warranty period, you can get help and information by telephone through the Customer Support Center . These services are available during the warranty period: v Problem d.
Service methods and procedures vary by country , and some services might not be available in all countries. International W arranty Service is delivered through the method of service (such as depot, carry-in, or on-site service) that is provided in the servicing country .
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Appendix B. Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area.
estimated through extrapolation. Actual results may vary . Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment. T rademarks The following terms are trademarks of Le.
Maximum memory might require replacement of the standard memory with an optional memory module. Lenovo makes no representation or warranties regarding non-Lenovo products and services, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
Remarque : Cette marque s’applique uniquement aux pays de l’Union Européenne et à la Norvège. L ’etiquette du système respecte la Directive européenne 2002/96/EC en matière de Déchets des.
Battery return program This product may contain a lithium or lithium ion battery . Consult your user manual or service manual for specific battery information. The battery must be recycled or disposed of properly . Recycling facilities may not be available in your area.
batteries pour indiquer que la batterie ne doit pas être mise au rebut mais plutôt récupérée en fin de cycle de vie selon cette norme. 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.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Dieses Produkt entspricht den Schutzanforderungen der EU-Richtlinie 2004/108/EG (früher 89/336/EWG) zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften über die elektromagnetische V erträglichkeit in den EU-Mitgliedsstaaten und hält die Grenzwerte der EN 55022 Klasse A ein.
Japanese V oluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement T aiwanese Class A warning statement Chinese Class A warning statement Korean Class A warning statement Appendix B.
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Index Special characters , about 7 A ac power LED 23 acoustical noise emissions 11 adapter installing 46, 56 PCI bus, identification 56 removing 45, 54 requirements 56 SAS See RAID controller slot typ.
DVD drive See CD-RW/DVD E EasyLED LEDs 143 EasyLED diagnostics about 9 EasyLED Diagnostics panel 142 EasyLED diagnostics panel controls and LEDs 16 EasyStartup using 11 4 electrical input 11 electrost.
installing (continued) SAS controller battery 86 SAS riser-card and controller assembly 78 tape drive 91 intermittent problems 131 internal cable routing 38 IP address obtaining for Web-based interfac.
R RAID 9 RAID array creating 11 2 RAID controller installing 79 removing 79 replacing 79 RAS features 12 rear view connectors 22 Redundant Ethernet capabilities 12 hot-swap power supplies 13 reliabili.
updating firmware 11 8 USB connector 15, 22 using EasyStartup 11 4 LSI Configuration program 11 0 the boot manager program 109 the remote presence feature 124 the UEFI Setup Utility program 104 V vide.
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Part Number: 46U1929 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 46U1929.
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If you already are a holder of Lenovo 3797, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime Lenovo 3797.
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