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Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 61 and the Warranty and Support Information document on the Lenovo ThinkServer Documentation DVD. Second Edition (April 2009) © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009. Portions © Copyright International Business Machines Corpor[...]

Contents Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v Chapter 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 The Lenovo ThinkServer Documentation DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Notices and statements in this document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

CD or DVD drive problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 5 General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 6 Hard disk drive problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 6 Intermittent problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 7 USB keyboard, mouse, or pointing-device problems . . . . . . . . . .4 7 Memory pr[...]

Safety Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança. Pred instal ací tohot o produktu si pr ectete prí rucku bezpecnostních i nstr ukcí. Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt. Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsv[...]

Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad. Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. 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 cauti[...]

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. v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. v [...]

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. Do not: v T[...]

Statement 3: CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, 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. There are no serviceable parts inside the device. v Use of controls or adjustment[...]

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. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all el[...]

Statement 8: CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service tec[...]

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Chapter 1. Introduction This Installation Guide contains instructions for setting up your Lenovo ® ThinkServer ™ RS1 10 T ypes 6435, 6436, 6437, and 6438 server and basic instructions for installing some optional devices. More detailed instructions for installing optional devices are in the User Guide on the Lenovo ThinkServer Documentation DVD,[...]

ID label Note: This illustration shows a serial-attached SCSI (SAS) hot-swap hard disk drive model (3.5-inch drives). A Serial ATA ( S ATA ) hot-swap hard disk drive model (3.5-inch drives), S ATA simple-swap hard disk drive model (3.5-inch drives), and a SAS hot-swap model with 2.5-inch hard disk drives are also available. This illustration might [...]

v Danger: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or extremely hazardous to you. A danger statement is placed just before the description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or situation. Features and specifications The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the[...]

T able 1. Features and specifications Microprocessor: One Intel ® LGA 775 single core, dual core, or quad core, depending on the server model: v Single core: Celeron 440 or later v Dual core: Core 2 Duo E4600 or Xeon E31 10, or later v Quad core: Xeon 3300 series Notes: 1. Use the Configuration/Setup Utility program to determine the size of the L2[...]

Major components of the server Blue on a component indicates touch points, where you can grip the component to remove it from or install it in the server , open or close a latch, and so on. Orange on a component or an orange label on or near a component indicates that the component can be hot-swapped, which means that if the server and operating sy[...]

3.5-inch models 1 Riser card assembly 12 Bezel 2 SAS/SA T A controller (some models) 13 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive (some models) 3 System board 14 CD/DVD drive 4 SAS/SA T A backplane (some models) 15 Operator information panel assembly 5 S ATA simple-swap back panel (some models) 16[...]

9 3.5-inch simple-swap S ATA hard disk drive (some models) 20 Heat-exchanger retention module 10 Simple-swap S ATA filler panel 21 Heat exchanger assembly 11 Hot-swap hard disk drive filler 22 DIMM Chapter 1. Introduction 7[...]

2.5-inch models 1 Riser card assembly 11 CD/DVD drive 2 SAS/SA T A controller (some models) 12 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive (some models) 3 System board 13 Operator information panel assembly 4 2.5-inch hard disk drive backplane 14 Fans 5 Power supply 15 Air baffle 6 Fans 16?[...]

System-board optional-device connectors The following illustration shows the connectors for user-installable optional devices. 1 Other systems-management connector 6 DIMM 3 connector 2 Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine connector 7 DIMM 2 connector 3 Battery connector 8 DIMM 1 connector 4 SAS/SA T A cont[...]

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Chapter 2. Installing optional devices This chapter provides basic instructions for installing optional hardware devices in the server . These instructions are intended for users who are experienced with setting up Lenovo server hardware. Installation guidelines Before you install optional devices, read the following information: v Read the safety [...]

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 Blue on a compone[...]

v Remove jewelry , such as bracelets, necklaces, rings, and loose-fitting wrist watches. v Remove items from your shirt pocket, such as pens and pencils, that might fall into the server as you lean over it. v Avoid dropping any metallic objects, such as paper clips, hairpins, and screws, into the server . Handling static-sensitive devices Attention[...]

4. Press the cover-release button 1 . 5. Slide the cover back approximately 1.27 cm (0.5 inches); then, lift it off the server . Attention: For proper cooling and airflow , replace the cover before you turn on the server . Operating the server for extended periods of time (more than 30 minutes) with the cover removed might damage server compo[...]

To install a DIMM 1 or 2 , complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page v and “Installation guidelines” on page 11 . 2. Turn of f the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cord and all external cables. Remove the cover . Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damagin[...]

T able 2. Locations of hard disk drive IDs 3.5-inch drive model servers 2.5-inch drive model servers Attention: To avoid damage to the hard disk drive connectors, make sure that the cover is in place and fully closed whenever you install or remove a hard disk drive. Installing a simple-swap Serial ATA hard disk drive Attention: Simple-swap hard dis[...]

6. Insert the filler panel into the bay to cover the drive. Notes: 1. If a RAID controller or adapter is installed, you might have to reconfigure the disk arrays after you install hard disk drives. See your RAID controller or adapter documentation. 2. To remove a simple-swap S ATA drive from the bay , make sure that the server is turned off and the[...]

Attention: To avoid damage to the hard disk drive connectors, make sure that the cover is in place and fully closed whenever you install or remove a hard disk drive. 1. Read the safety information that begins on page v and “Installation guidelines” on page 11 . 2. Make sure that the server cover is in place and fully closed. 3. Remove the fille[...]

v An optional ServeRAID ™ -MR10i controller provides RAID level-5 support to the 2.5-inch hot-swap drives and supports an external storage enclosure. A ServeRAID-MR10i controller supports the 2.5-inch hard disk drives without modification. v An optional SAS HBA Controller adapter enables you to connect external storage devices, such as SAS or S A[...]

To install an adapter , complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page v and “Installation guidelines” on page 11 . 2. Turn of f the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cord and all external cables. Remove the cover . 3. If you have installed an optional PCI-X riser-card assembly , disconnec[...]

Attention: When you install an adapter , make sure that it is completely and correctly seated in the expansion slot in the riser card. Incomplete insertion might cause damage to the riser card, system board, or the adapter when you turn on the server . 7. Carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge or upper corners and align it with the expansion s[...]

a. Disconnect the existing SAS/SA T A controller signal cable from the hard disk drive backplane and from the controller; then, remove the cable from the server . b. Route the ServeRAID-MR10i signal cable as shown in the following illustration and connect it to the hard disk drive backplane. 1 ServeRAID controller 3 J9 2 Hard disc[...]

Installing the cover To install the cover , place it into position and slide it forward. Connecting the cables The following illustrations show the locations of the input and output connectors on the front and rear of the server . Front 1 USB 1 connector 2 USB 2 connector Rear Yo u 1 Power-cord connector 5 Ethernet 1 connect[...]

Cable identifiers are printed on the cables that come with the server and devices. Use these identifiers to connect the cables to the correct connectors. If the server comes with an installed operating system, see the documentation that comes with the operating system for additional cabling instructions. There is no keyboard connector or mouse conn[...]

Chapter 3. Server controls, LEDs, and power This chapter 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 . 1 Power-on LED 6 System Error LED 2 Power-contro[...]

USB connectors: Connect a USB device to either of these connectors. CD-eject button: Press this button to release a CD from the CD drive. CD drive activity LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that the CD drive is in use. Rear view The following illustration shows the LEDs on the rear of the server . 1 Ethernet 1 activity LED 3 Ether[...]

Systems-management connector: Connect the server to a network for systems-management information control. This connector is active only if you have installed a Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine, and it is used only by the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine. Server power features When the server is connected to an ac power source but is not t[...]

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. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. 1 2 The server[...]

Chapter 4. Configuring the server Lenovo provides a number of programs to assist you with getting your server up and running quickly . v ThinkServer EasyStartup program This program simplifies the process of configuring your RAID controller and installing supported operating systems and device drivers. It is on the EasyStartup DVD provided with you[...]

If you did not receive an EasyStartup DVD with your server , you can download an image from the Lenovo Support Web site at http://www .lenovo.com/support. The EasyStartup program has the following features: v Self-booting DVD v Easy-to-use, language-selectable interface v Integrated help system v Automatic hardware detection v RAID configuration ut[...]

This method enables you to use the EasyStartup program to configure your RAID controller and install the operating system. After the operating system is installed, reinstall the drives and use the RAID configuration utility provided in the firmware to configure the secondary RAID. v Configure the controller using the RAID configuration utility prov[...]

v Compatibility notes: This selection provides information about the operating systems and server configurations supported by that version of the EasyStartup program. v User Guide: This selection provides information about the features provided by that version of the EasyStartup program. v Hardware list: This selection displays a list of hardware d[...]

prompted to insert the operating system disk, and the operating system is installed using the information that you specified. Installing your operating system without using EasyStartup If you have already configured the server hardware and you are not using the EasyStartup program to install your operating system, complete the following steps to do[...]

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. Install Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1. 2. Install the [...]

6. If prompted, insert the original Windows OS 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. Click Finish . Uninstalling the LANDesk Software Agent If the Core Server has LANDesk agents on it from a previous Management Suite release, it will [...]

2. When the prompt Press CTRL-C to start LSI Logic Configuration Utility... is displayed, press Ctrl+C. If you have set an administrator password, you are prompted to type the password. 3. Use the arrow keys to select the adapter (SAS controller) for which you want to change settings. Use the Help function to see instructions and available actions [...]

Chapter 5. 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 . If you cannot locate and correct a problem by using the information in this chapter , see Appendix A, “Getting help and technical assistance,” on page 57 or refer to th[...]

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. Note: Changes are made periodically to the Lenovo Web site. The actual pro[...]

T able 4. Abbreviated list of POST error codes (continued) 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 uni[...]

T able 4. Abbreviated list of POST error codes (continued) 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 uni[...]

T able 4. Abbreviated list of POST error codes (continued) 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 uni[...]

T able 4. Abbreviated list of POST error codes (continued) 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 uni[...]

T able 4. Abbreviated list of POST error codes (continued) 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 uni[...]

T able 4. Abbreviated list of POST error codes (continued) 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 uni[...]

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. If you cannot find a problem in these tables, run the diagnostic programs (see “Running the diagnostic programs” in the Hardware Maintenance Manu[...]

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 If an action step is preceded by “(T rained s[...]

Intermittent 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 If an action step is prec[...]

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 If an action step is preceded by “(T rained s[...]

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). v If an action step is preceded b[...]

Monitor problems Some 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 . 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 listi[...]

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 If an action step is preceded by “(T rained s[...]

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 If an action step is p[...]

Power 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 If an action step is preceded by[...]

Serial-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 If an action step is pre[...]

Software 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 If an action step is preceded[...]

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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 assist you. This section contains information about where to go for additional information about Lenovo and Lenovo products, what to d[...]

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 determination - Trained personnel are available to assist you with determining a hardware problem and deciding what action is necessary to fix the prob[...]

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 . Service centers in certain countries might not be able to service all models [...]

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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. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Leno[...]

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 Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo Lenovo logo ThinkServer The following terms are trademarks of International Business Machi[...]

Lenovo makes no representations or warranties with respect to non-Lenovo products. Support (if any) for the non-Lenovo products is provided by the third party , not Lenovo. Some software might differ from its retail version (if available) and might not include user manuals or all program functionality . W aste electrical and electronic equipment (W[...]

EEE as unsorted municipal waste, but use the collection framework available to customers for the return, recycling, and recovery of WEEE and minimize any potential effects of EEE on the environment and human health due to the potential presence of hazardous substances. For additional WEEE information, go to: http://www .lenovo.com/lenovo/environmen[...]

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. For information on disposal or batteries outside the United States, go to http:[...]

of hazardous substances. For proper collection and treatment, go to http://www .lenovo.com/lenovo/environment. For California: Perchlorate material - special handling may apply . See http://www .dtsc.ca.gov/ hazardouswaste/perchlorate/. The foregoing notice is provided in accordance with California Code of Regulations T itle 22, Division 4.5 Chapte[...]

Australia and New Zealand Class A statement Attention: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement Notice to Customers This apparatus is approved under approval number NS/G/1234/J/[...]

V erträglichkeit von Geräten”). Dies ist die Umsetzung der EU-Richtlinie 2004/108/EG (früher 89/336/EWG) in der Bundesrepublik Deutschland. Zulassungsbescheinigung laut dem Deutschen Gesetz über die elektromagnetische V erträglichkeit von Betriebsmitteln, EMVG vom 20. Juli 2007 (früher Gesetz über die elektromagnetische V erträglichkeit v[...]

T aiwanese Class A warning statement Lenovo product service information for T aiwan Chinese Class A warning statement Korean Class A warning statement Appendix B. Notices 69[...]

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Index A adapter installing 18 types supported 18 assistance, getting 57 attention notices 2 B baseboard management controller (BMC) functions 36 log 36 bays 4 beep codes 37 C caution statements 2 CD drive problems 45 CD-eject button 26 CD/DVD drive activity LED 26 problems 45 specification 4 Configuration/Setup Utility program 35 configuring hot-sw[...]

I important notices 2 installation order , memory modules 14 installing adapters 18 cover 23 DIMMs 14 hard disk drives 15 integrated controllers 4 functions 4 intermittent problems 47 L LED cd drive activity 26 Ethernet activity 26 Ethernet link 26 hard disk drive activity 25 locator 25 power-on 25 system error 25 LEDs front 25 rear 26 locator LED [...]

software problems 55 solving problems 37 specifications 3 Standby mode 27 statements and notices 2 support, web site 57 system board connectors 26 system board connectors 9 system-error LED 25 systems-management connector 27 T temperature 4 trademarks 62 troubleshooting chart 45 turning off the server 27 turning on the server 27 TÜV gloss statemen[...]

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Part Number: 46U0855 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 46U0855[...]