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    SV-2003-X2 Server Operations Manual TAG 22355 TAG Way Dulles, VA 20166[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 2 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 1 Copyright © 2008 T echnology Advancement Group®, Inc. (T AG®) All rights reserved. This publ ication and its content s are proprietary to TAG. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any fo rm or by any means without the written permission of T[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 3 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 2 About This Manual 2.1 Scope and Audience This manual provides information on the SV- 2003-X2 Server. The SV-2003-X2 Server allows for up to 8 cores in a 2U chassis as well as up to 64GB of RAM. Each server features (2) Dual Core LV Xeon processors to maxim[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 4 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 2.2 About TAG 2.2.1 Summary of Qualifications Providing engineering se rvices and solutions for our national defense and homeland security is a responsibility that we don't take lightly. TAG is a recognized industry leader in developing defense technolo[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 5 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 as DSN, GIG, STEP, GBS, and JTRS. This includes the custom ruggedization of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) and non- developmental items (NDI). TAG's mechanical engineering division desi gns and fabricates custom hardened enclosures, using high performa[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 6 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Document Revision History Date Version Number Updated By Description of Changes 02/14/2008 1.0 Alan Huckerby Author 03/20/2008 1.1 Alan Huckerby Author[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 7 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Table of Contents Contents 1  Copyright © 2008 Technology Advanc ement Group®, Inc. (TAG®) ............................ 2  1.1  Trademar ks ..........................................................................................................[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 8 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 5.4  Upgrading Memory and Replacing Hot-Swap and LRU Components .................... 58  5.4.1  Preventing Static Electric ity ............................................................................... 58  5.5  Replacing a Hot-Swap Po wer[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 9 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 List of Figures Figure 4-1 SV-2003-X2 Server Component s and Connectors (F ront View) ................. 17  Figure 4-2 Server Mother B oard .................................................................................... 18  Figure 4-3 Server Mothe[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 10 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Figure 5-38 Proce ssor Configuration ............................................................................. 51  Figure 5-39 Proce ssor Configuration ............................................................................. 52  Figure 5-40 M[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 11 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Chapter 1 Cautions and Warnings . Electronically distributed. Subje ct to user discr etion w hen printed.[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 12 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 3 Safety Instructions 3.1 Types of warnings used in this manual Read this manual thoroughly, paying special attention to the cautions and warnings. 3.1.1 Safety Symbols and Labels DANGER WARNING CAUTION These warnings and cautions indicate situations or pra[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 13 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 3.1.2.3 Cautions Cautionary messages should also be heeded to help you reduce the chance of losing data or damaging the system. Ca utions are easy to recognize. The word “caution” is written as “ CAUTION ,” both capitalized and bold and is followed [...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 14 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Chapter 2 SV-2003-X2 Server . Electronically distributed. Subje ct to user discr etion w hen printed.[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 15 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 4 Server Overview 4.1 Product Information This chapter provides an introductory overview of the TAG family of rugged servers. TAG servers are highly custom izable; the specific components vary depending on the mission requirements. Your system may contain c[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 16 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 • Intel 5000P chipset, 1333MHz FSB • On-board ATI graphics controller with 16MB RAM • On-board SATA controllers • (2) 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports • One serial port (RJ-45 connection • (2) USB 2.0 ports front, (2) USB 2.0 ports rear • PS/2 Keybo[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 17 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 4.2.3 Server Highlights • The SV-2003-X2 is unlike any other server that is currently on the mark et. The SV-2003-X2 is ideal for use in deployable situations where the product’s compact size, high density computing, minimized size, weight, and power ma[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 18 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 4.3.1 Motherboard and Type The version of an Intel server motherboard can be determined by decoding the last three digits of the board part number. For example: For the product C44686-703, the number following the "- " is as follows: 7 = Fabricati[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 19 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 4.3.3 Connector and Component Locations Figure 4.3 shows the board layout of the server board. Each connector and major component is identified by a number or letter, and a description is given below in Table 4.3. Figure 4-3 S erver Mother Board[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 20 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Table 4-1 Mother Server Board Components 4.4 System Memory The type and amount of system memory, or RAM (random access memory), on your server depends on the motherboard installed and how it was configured. 4.4.1 Identifying System Memory Refer to your Moth[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 21 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 For information on replacing or upgrading your system memory, refer to “Adding and Replacing System Memory on page 58.” 4.5 TAG Approved BIOS The BIOS (basic input/output system) is the program stored on the CMOS that the server's microprocessor us[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 22 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 4.5.1.2 Com / Serial Port Most personal computers have two serial ports. In the BIOS you can assign COM1/COM2/COM3/COM4 to serial port 1 or 2. Most BIOS' also allow you to set the I/O and IRQ but this is mostly done automatically. 4.5.1.3 Hard Drives M[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 23 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 4.5.1.4 Boot Sector Virus A common setting related to hard drives. When enabled, the BIOS issues a warning message/beep if an attempt is made to write to the boot sector or partition table of a hard disk. 4.5.1.5 Memory Parity adds an extra bit (odd or even[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 24 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 4.5.1.9 Plug and Play BIOS Today's BIOS' are Plug and Play (PnP)-aware. This means they are ab le to automatically assign resources such as IRQ and DMA to PnP devices. Information about PnP devices is stored in a separate area of non-volatile CMOS[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 25 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Figure 4-4 I/O Connectors 4.7 Standard Server Components The following sections provide information on the standard system com ponents installed on TAG servers 4.7.1 CD/DVD Drive The type of optical drive installed in your server varies per configuration. F[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 26 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 4.7.2 Dual-redundant, auto -sensing power suppl y Power for all the equipment in the system is a dual redundant Hot-Swap AC input Power supply with an Input AC Voltage Range of 115 Vrms nominal, 98 to 138 Vrms (-15%, +20%). Input Power Line Frequency The sy[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 27 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Figure 4-6 Hot-Swap Power Supply NOTE : If your server has two power input receptacles, then the server is equipped with a redundant Hot-Swap power supply. Section 5.8. 4.8 PCI I/O Expansion Cards The following sections provide on overview of the PCI I/O co[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 28 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 4.8.2 PCI Audio Card The SV-2003-X2 server carries a PCI Sound Blaster 24 –bit Audio card with: • Patented CMSS 3D Audio Technology • EAX Music Enhancements • Full Windows Media Player 9 Support • Complete Cinematic Surround Sound 4.8.3 Intel Remo[...]

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    Operations Manual SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 29 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 • Security SSL, SSH, KVM Encryption, authentication using LDAP or RADIUS • Remote Management, power control or reset remote servers, monitor system sensors, and view the hardware event log • SMASH CLP, WS-MAN • Email Alert sends system administrator[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 30 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Chapter 3 Procedures . Electronically distributed. Subje ct to user discr etion w hen printed.[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 31 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 5 Procedures The procedures within this Chapter contain relevant information to ensure your SV-2003- X2 Server maintains its maximum performance potential. 5.1 Installing Red Hat 4.5 for S 5000PAL and Adaptec 3805 system 1. Make sure that the suppl ied floppy is i[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 32 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 This will trigger the aut omated format and install onto the RAID. After the install is complete the DVD will eject and boot into the Linux OS. Figure 5-2 Introductory Screen 4. Press Enter Figure 5-3 Loading Drivers[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 33 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 After the drivers have been installed you will see the full welcoming screen t hat will allow you to install the full version of Linux 4.5. Figure 5-4 Welcome Screen 5. Press Next . This will take you to the language screen. Figure 5-5 Language Screen[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 34 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 6. At the language screen select English (English) and Press Next. Figure 5-6 Keyboard Selection 7. Select the appropriate keyboard selection and press Next . Figure 5-7 Search for previously installed installations[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 35 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 8. At the keyboard screen and after keyboard is chosen the system will automatically search for previously installed configurations. Press Next . Figure 5-8 Disk Partitioning Setup 9. Select Automatic Partitioning and Press Next . Figure 5-9 Disk Partition Warning[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 36 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 10. At the Disk Partitioning Warning Select YES and Press Next . Figure 5-10 Automatic partitioning At the Automatic partitioning screen Select “ Remove all Partitions on this system. ” Ensure that both driver sda-139784 MB ADAPTEC RAID stripe and Review (and m[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 37 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 11. At the Automatic Partitioning screen a further warning will appear. Select YES and Press Next . Figure 5-12 Disk Setup 12. Leave the settings on default and Press Next . Figure 5-13 Boot Loader Configuration[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 38 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 13. Leave the settings on default and Press Next Figure 5-14 Firewall Configuration 14. Check “ Enable Fire Wall ” Press Next . Figure 5-15 Additional Language Support 15. At the “Additional Language Support” screen Check English (USA). Press Next.[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 39 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Figure 5-16 Time Zone Selection 16. At the “Time Zone Selection” screen Select America/New York, Eastern Time. Press Next. Figure 5-17 Set Root Password[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 40 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 17. Enter and confirm account password. Must enter Password as “ Password ” selection. Press Next . Figure 5-18 Set Root Password (Confirmation) 18. Confirm Root User password selection. Press Next . Figure 5-19 Package Installation Defaults[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 41 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 19. On the “Package Installation Default” screen Select “ Install Default Software Packages ”. Press Next . Figure 5-20 About to Install CAUTION: Once you click Next there is no undo . 20. Press NEXT to begin installation. Figure 5-21 Installation[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 42 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 21. Press Next Figure 5-22 Still Installing Buttons are disabled. Figure 5-23 Installation Complete 22. Remove all diskettes or CD ROMs. Press REBOOT . 23.[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 43 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Figure 5-24 System Check Figure 5-25 Welcome 24. Press Next .[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 44 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Figure 5-26 License Agreement Check YES If you agree to the licensing agreement. Press Next . Figure 5-27 Set Date and Time 25. Set Date and Time for the system. Press Next .[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 45 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Figure 5-28 Set Display Color and Resolution. 26. Press Next . Figure 5-29 Set Color Depth 27. Change the Resolution to “ 1024 x 768” (Your displays optional resolution. Default is 1024 x 768.) . Press Next .[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 46 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Figure 5-30 Display 28. Select Color display and Resolution. Press Next . Figure 5-31 System User (Non Administrative) 29. Press Next .[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 47 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Figure 5-32 Personal user Account 30. Create a Personal User Account. Click Continue and Press Next . Figure 5-33 Additional CDs 31. Installation as required. Press Next .[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 48 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Figure 5-34 Finish Setup 32. Press Next Figure 5-35 Log In Screen 33. Enter User name.[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 49 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Figure 5-36 Log in Screen 34. Enter Password. Installation Complete.[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 50 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 5.2 Server Startup 1. Check to make sure that all the cables are seated and connected corre ctly to the back of the unit such as keyboard, mouse, monitor VGA cable and both power cables. 2. Then Press the power switch ON to start the computer (power switch is locat[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 51 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 5.3.1 BIOS Configur ation for SV-2003-X3 1. On the Main page, change Quiet Boot to [ Disable ]. Set the System date and time. (Figure 5-11). Figure 5-37 BIOS Setup 2. No changes for Processor Configuration. (Figures 5-12 & 5-13) Figure 5-38 Processor Configura[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 52 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Figure 5-39 Processor Configuration 3. No changes for Memory C onfiguration. (Figure 5-14) Figure 5-40 Memory Configuration[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 53 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 4. No changes for ATA Cont roller Configuration. (Figure 5-15) Figure 5-41 ATA Controller Configuration 5. No changes for Serial Port Configuration. (Figure 5-16) Figure 5-42 Serial Port Configuration[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 54 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 6. No changes for USB Conf iguration. (Figure 5- 17) Figure 5-43 Floppy/USB Configuration 7. No changes are necessary for PCI Configuration. (Figure 5-18) Figure 5-44 PCI Configuration[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 55 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 8. No changes for System Acoustic and Performance Configuration. (Figure 5-19) Figure 5-45 System Acoustic Configuration 9. No changes for Security. (Figure 5-20) Figure 5-46 Security 10. No changes for Server Management. (Figure 5-21)[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 56 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Figure 5-47 Server Management 11. Set boot order as follows: DVD (IDE PS), RAID (AAR-3805), LAN (IBA GE) and finally the EFI Shell . (Figure 5.22). Figure 5-48 Boot Order.[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 57 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 12. Select Save changes and Exit.. (Figure 5-23) Figure 5-49 Save Changes[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 58 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 5.4 Upgrading Memory and Replacing Hot-Swap and LRU Components 5.4.1 Preventing Static Electricity This section provides procedures for replacing all Hot-Swappable and LRU components, including procedures for replacing or adding system memory. The components inside[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 59 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to use them. Do not lay components on t[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 60 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 3. Loosen the thumb screws on the desired module to be replaced. 4. Depress the module safety latch and gently pull the handle as shown in Figure 4-12. Figure 5-51 Hot-Swap of 2U Server Power Supply Module 5. Slide the replacement module into the power supply . 6. [...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 61 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 When you remove a drive using the Hot-Swap operation, you need to stop the hard drive and take it offline to remove the logical software links to the hard drive, and to reconfigure the file system so that it will now ignore the removed drive. You might also have t[...]

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    Chapter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 62 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 NOTE: It is important to make note of the location from which screws are removed since different screw lengths may be used to secure the cover. CAUTION It is not safe to operate TAG servers without the cover in place. Failure to take this precaution may result in p[...]

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    Cha pter 3 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 63 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 designed to meet and exceed many MIL-STD requirements to ensure survivability in the field. 5.8.1 Install system memory. Unlatch both DIMM socket levers, as shown in Figure 4-14. Figure 5-53 DIMM Module Bank 1. Note the location of the alignment notch. 2. Align th[...]

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    Chapter 4 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 64 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Chapter 4 RAID . Electronically distributed. Subje ct to user discr etion w hen printed.[...]

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    Chapter 4 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 65 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 6 RAID RAID is an acronym for Redundant Array of Inexpensive (or Independent) Disks. This section provides a high-level overview that defines RAID, the advantages and disadvantages of various RAID levels, and guidelines to observe when implementing RAID. 6.1 RAID D[...]

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    Chapter 4 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 66 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 6.1.1 Reasons for RAID Depending on how you implement RAID (which RAID level you use), the benefits include one or both of the following: • Faster performance : In RAID 0, 10, or 50 arrays, the host system can access multiple disks simultaneously. This improves p[...]

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    Chapter 4 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 67 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 Figure 6-1 RAID Level 1 (Mirroring)[...]

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    Chapter 4 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 68 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 6.2 Configuring RAID 1 ON ADAPTEC 3805 1. When prompted, press Ct rl A to enter the RAID menu. (Figure 6.2) Figure 6-2 Raid Setup Utility 1. Select Array Configuration Utility from the menu then press “ Enter ” (Figure 6.3). Figure 6-3 Array Configuration Utili[...]

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    Chapter 4 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 69 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 3. Select Create Array from the menu and press Enter. (Figure 6-4) Figure 6-4 Create Array 2. Press the Space bar twice to select both drives. Then press Enter to continue. (Figure 6.5). Figure 6-5 Select Both Drives[...]

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    Chapter 4 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 70 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 3. Highlight RAID 1( Mirror ) press Ent er . (Figure 6-6 Figure 6-6 Highlight RAID 4. Press Enter to continue. (Figure 6.7) Figure 6-7 Array Properties[...]

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    Chapter 4 SV-2003-X2 Server Part Number: 1006446 Page 71 of 72 Version 1.0. 10/30/07 5. Select Disable for Write Caching and press Enter . Then select Quick Init and press Enter twice to continue. (Figure 6-8) Figure 6-8 Array Properties 6. A warning will appear, press Enter to create the RAID.[...]

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    CONTACT 6.2.1 22355 TAG Way Dulles, VA 20166 Tel: 1-800-824-8693 www.tag.com Technical Support USA 1-800-TAG-TECH Outside USA While every precaution has been taken to ensure the accuracy and completeness of this literature. TAG assumes no responsibility and disclaims and liability for damage resulting from use of this information or for any errors [...]