Page 1: User Guide
ThinkServer User Guide Machine Types: 1045, 1046, 1047, and 1048...
Page 2 • Appendix C “Notices” on page 111 Fourth Edition (March 2012) © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2012. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Removing or installing the RAID controller . . Keyboard, mouse, or pointing-device problems ....Removing or installing the Ethernet card . . . © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2012...
Page 4 Memory problems ... Lenovo Support Web site..Microprocessor problems ..Help and service ....
Page 5: Safety Information
제품을 사용하기 전에 제품과 함께 제공되는 문서 DVD의 다국어 안전 지침을 주의 깊게 읽어보십시오. Voordat u het product gebruikt, moet u ervoor zorgen dat u de meertalige veiligheidsinstructies op de documentatie-dvd van het product hebt gelezen en begrijpt. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2012...
Page 6 Przed skorzystaniem z produktu należy zapoznać się z wielojęzycznymi instrukcjami bezpieczeństwa znajdującymi się na płycie DVD z dokumentacją dostarczoną wraz z produktem. Antes de utilizar o produto, leia atentamente as instruções de segurança multilingues que constam no DVD de documentação fornecido com o produto. Înainte de a utiliza produsul, asiguraţi-vă...
Page 7 Do not: • Throw or immerse into water • Heat to more than 100°C (212°F) • Repair or disassemble Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2012...
Page 8 Statement 3 CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: • 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. •...
Page 9 Statement 9 CAUTION: Disconnect the hot-swap fan cables before removing the fan from the device to protect against personal injury. Statement 10 CAUTION: The following label indicates a sharp-edge hazard. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2012...
Page 10 Statement 11 CAUTION: The following label indicates a potential heat hazard. Statement 12 DANGER Overloading a branch circuit is a potential fire hazard and a shock hazard under certain conditions. To avoid these hazards, ensure that your system electrical requirements do not exceed branch current ratings at the installation site.
Page 11 This product contains a Class 1M laser. Do not view directly with optical instruments. Statement 18 CAUTION: Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted products. Statement 19 CAUTION: Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2012...
Page 12 Statement 20 CAUTION: A lithium ion battery is provided. To avoid possible explosion, do not burn the battery. Replace the battery only with the Lenovo-approved part. Recycle or discard the battery as instructed by local regulations. ThinkServer User Guide...
Page 13: Chapter 1. General Information
• “Server documentation” on page 1 Introduction This User Guide is for your Lenovo® ThinkServer® RD240 server (machine types 1045, 1046, 1047, and 1048). This document contains the following information: • Setting up and cabling the server • Starting and configuring the server •...
Page 14 DVD. Note: Lenovo maintains pages on the World Wide Web, where you can get the latest technical information and download documentation or device drivers and updates. Some information in the documents on the documentation DVD might change without notice after the first release of the DVD.
Page 15 This document provides diagnostic information, parts listing, and replacement procedures for all Field Replaceable Units (FRUs, parts replaced by trained service personnel) as well as all CRUs. This document is updated frequently, and the most up-to-date version is always available in English on the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkServerUserGuides...
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Page 17: Chapter 2. Server Setup Road Map
ThinkServer EasyStartup program. Install remote management “Installing the ThinkServer EasyManage program” on page 92 applications Install applications Refer to the documentation that comes with the applications that you want to install. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2012...
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Page 19: Chapter 3. Features And Technologies
RAID configurations. Specifications The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the server. Depending on the server model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2012...
Page 20 75. For a list of the supported hard disk drives microprocessors for your server, go to – Shipping: -40°C to 60°C (-104°F to 140°F) http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. Expansion slots: On the ThinkServer systems page, • Humidity: click Products ➙ Options ➙...
Page 21: Software Programs
USB connectors. Software programs Lenovo provides software to help get your server up and running. EasyStartup The ThinkServer EasyStartup program simplifies the process of configuring RAID and installing supported Microsoft® Windows® and Linux operating systems and device drivers on your server. The EasyStartup program is provided with your server on the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD.
Page 22 • Power-on self-test (POST) • Redundant Ethernet connection with failover capability (requires an optional Ethernet card) • Standby voltage for system-management features and monitoring • System-error light-emitting diode (LED) on the front panel • Vital product data (VPD), including the serial number information and replacement part numbers, stored in the nonvolatile memory for easier remote maintenance ThinkServer User Guide...
Page 23: Chapter 4. Locating Parts, Controls, Leds, And Connectors
The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors and parts on the rear of the server. Figure 2. Rear view of the server Power supply 1 Serial port Power supply 2 bay (blank and USB connectors (3 and 4) covered by a bay bezel) Power cord connector Ethernet connector 1 © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2012...
Page 24: Front Control Panel
USB connectors (1 and 2) Ethernet connector 2 (share with MGMT) VGA monitor connector PCI expansion slot Connector Description Power cord connector Used to connect the power cord. Ethernet connector Used to attach an Ethernet cable for a local area network (LAN). Serial port Used to attach a device that uses a 9-pin serial port.
Page 25 The following table describes the meaning of the LEDs on the front control panel. Table 3. Front control panel LEDs State Color Description ID LED Blue ID is on. ID is off. System status System is normal. • Fan alarm •...
Page 26 Table 5. Ethernet LEDs State Color Description RJ-45 linkage/activity (left) Green 10/100/1000 Mb linked Blinking Green 10/100/1000 Mb activity No LAN connection. Amber 1000 Mb linked and active RJ-45 speed (right) Green 100 Mb linked and active 10 Mb mode or no LAN connection. ThinkServer User Guide...
Page 27: Locating Server Components
Locating server components The following illustration shows the locations of the major components in your server. Figure 4. Server component locations System fans Front control panel (see “Front control panel” on page 12) Riser card assembly Optical drive (depending on the model) Microprocessor and heat 3.5-inch hard disk drive dummy bay sink...
Page 28: Locating Parts On The System Board
Locating parts on the system board The following illustrations show the locations of the parts on the system board. Figure 5. Locating major parts on the system board Memory slot (CPU1 DIMM CHC0) SATA connector 1 Memory slot (CPU1 DIMM CHB0) SATA connector 2 Memory slot (CPU1 DIMM CHA0) SATA connector 3...
Page 29 Figure 6. Locating other connectors on the system board System fan 1 connector J35 (for front control cable) System fan 2 connector JP1 (clear CMOS) System fan 3 connector USB 2 connector System fan 4 connector J21 (SGPIO connector for onboard SAS port 5-8) Front USB connector JP7 (set onboard SAS) J51 (SGPIO connector for onboard...
Page 30: Locating Connectors On The Backplane
Locating connectors on the backplane The following illustration shows the connector locations on the backplane. Figure 7. Backplane connector locations Mini SAS signal connector 2 Power connector Mini SAS signal connector 1 ThinkServer User Guide...
Page 31: Chapter 5. Installing, Removing, Or Replacing Hardware
• Back up all important data before you make changes to drives. • Have a small flat-blade screwdriver available. • To view the error LEDs on the system board and internal components, leave the server connected to power. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2012...
Page 32: System Reliability Guidelines
• After completing any installation, removal, or replacement procedure, reinstall all safety shields, guards, labels, and ground wires. • For a list of supported optional devices for the server, go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. • When working inside the server, you might find some tasks easier if you lay the server on its side.
Page 33: Working Inside The Server With The Power On
Working inside the server with the power on Attention: Static electricity that is released to internal server components when the server is turned on might cause the server to halt, which might result in the loss of data. To avoid this potential problem, always use an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system when you work inside the server with the power on.
Page 34: Installing, Removing, Or Replacing Optional Hardware Devices
Installing or removing a memory module This section provides instructions on how to install or remove a memory module. For a list of the supported memory modules for your server, go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. On the ThinkServer systems page, click Products ➙ Options ➙ ThinkServer Memory.
Page 35: Installing A Memory Module
Memory module installation rules Your server has eight memory slots for installing or replacing DDR3 SDRAM DIMMs that provide up to a maximum of 64 GB of system memory. The following tables provide information about the memory module installation rules that you should consider when installing a memory module.
Page 36 2. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 21. 3. Locate the appropriate memory slot on the system board into which you will install the memory module. To optimize system performance, follow the related memory module installation rules and install the memory module into a memory slot starting with the memory module farthest from the microprocessor.
Page 37: Removing Or Installing Internal Drives
Removing a memory module Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 19. This section provides instructions on how to remove a memory module. To remove a memory module, do the following: 1.
Page 38: Removing The Optical Drive
PCI card slot, or PCI Express card slot in the event that you later remove the device. • For a list of the supported hard disk drives for your server, go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. On the ThinkServer systems page, click Products ➙ Options ➙ ThinkServer Hard Drives.
Page 39 5. Remove the retaining screw on the rear bracket of the optical drive. Figure 13. Removing the optical drive cage retaining screw 6. Slide out the optical drive cage with the optical drive. Figure 14. Sliding out the optical drive cage with the optical drive Chapter 5 Installing, removing, or replacing hardware...
Page 40: Installing The Optical Drive
7. Remove the two retaining screws that secure the optical drive in the cage. Then, slide the optical drive out of the cage. Figure 15. Removing the two retaining screws that secure the optical drive in the cage 8. If you are instructed to return the removed optical drive, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping.
Page 41 Statement 3 CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: • 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. •...
Page 42 4. There is one screw on each side and two screws on the top. Remove the four screws that secure the drive access panel . Slide the drive access panel back and lift it to remove it Figure 16. Removing the drive access panel ThinkServer User Guide...
Page 43 5. Remove the retaining screw on the rear bracket of the optical drive. Figure 17. Removing the optical drive cage retaining screw 6. Slide out the optical drive cage. Figure 18. Sliding out the optical drive cage Chapter 5 Installing, removing, or replacing hardware...
Page 44 7. Remove the bezel of the optical drive cage. Figure 19. Removing the bezel of the optical drive cage 8. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new optical drive to any unpainted metal surface on the server. Then, remove the optical drive from the package and place it on a static-protective surface.
Page 45 11. Install the two retaining screws to secure the optical drive in the cage. Figure 21. Securing the optical drive with screws 12. Slide the cage with the optical drive into place. Figure 22. Sliding the cage with the optical drive into place Chapter 5 Installing, removing, or replacing hardware...
Page 46 13. Install the retaining screw to the rear of the cage to secure the optical drive cage in place. Figure 23. Installing the optical drive cage retaining screw 14. Connect the power cable (P8) and the signal cable (SATA cable) to the rear of the optical drive. 15.
Page 47 1. Press the blue latch to open the hard disk drive tray and rotate the handle of the hard disk drive tray assembly to the open position ). Then, grasp the handle and pull the hard disk drive tray assembly out of the bay Figure 24.
Page 48: Removing Or Installing The Riser Card Assembly
3. Keep the handle on the hard disk drive tray assembly fully open, slide the tray with the hard disk drive into the corresponding mounting point of the hot-swap hard disk drive bay , and then slightly press the handle to lock the tray into place Figure 25.
Page 49 4. Loosen the retaining screws on the front and rear of the riser card assembly. Then, remove the riser card assembly from the server. Note: If the riser card assembly is secured in place by a retaining latch , press the retaining latch to release the riser card assembly from the latch.
Page 50: Installing Or Removing A Pci Card
This section provides instructions on how to install the riser card assembly. The riser card assembly might have PCI card(s) installed on it. To install the riser card assembly, do the following: Note: Use any documentation that comes with the riser card assembly and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this section.
Page 51 PCI card slot 3 are both for PCI cards only. The RAID card retention bracket is for Lenovo RAID cards only. Some server models are not shipped with the RAID card retention bracket. Figure 28. PCI card slots on the riser card assembly •...
Page 52: Removing A Pci Card
5. Position the PCI card near the riser card assembly, and then firmly insert the PCI card straight down into the PCI card slot 2 until it is securely seated. Then install the screw to secure the PCI card. Figure 29. Installing a PCI card into the PCI card slot 2 on the riser card assembly Note: The illustration in this step only shows how to install the PCI card into the PCI card slot 2.
Page 53: Installing, Removing, Or Replacing Hardware Devices
5. Remove the screw that secures the PCI card. Then grasp the PCI card by its edges and gently slide the PCI card out of the riser card assembly. Figure 30. Removing the PCI card Note: The illustration only shows how to remove the PCI card from the PCI card slot 2. If you are removing the PCI card from the PCI card slot 3, the procedure is similar.
Page 54: Installing The System Board Battery
4. Remove the system board battery. Figure 31. Removing the system board battery 5. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. What to do next: • To install a new system board battery, see “Installing the system board battery” on page 42. •...
Page 55: Removing Or Installing The Raid Controller
1. Hold the system board battery and position one side of the battery into its socket. Then, press the other side of the battery until it snaps into place. Figure 32. Installing the system board battery 2. Make sure that the battery clip holds the battery securely. What to do next: •...
Page 56 Figure 33. Removing the RAID controller Note: Depending on your RAID controller, if necessary, remove the RAID battery from the RAID controller by removing the screws that secure the battery on the controller and disconnecting any cables. 7. If you are instructed to return the RAID controller, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping.
Page 57 Notes: a. The battery card assembly protects the integrity of the cached data on the RAID controller by providing backup power up to 72 hours in the case of a complete ac power failure or a brief power outage. It has built-in functionality to charge the battery pack automatically and to communicate battery status information such as voltage, temperature, and current to your server.
Page 58 a. Note the top view and the bottom view of the battery card assembly. Then, insert the battery pack harness connector into the 5-pin J3 battery pack harness connector on the backside of the battery card assembly. For more information, refer to the following illustrations. Figure 34.
Page 59 c. Hold the battery card assembly with the battery side up and the J2 board-to-board connector lining up with the J7 BBU connector on the RAID controller. Carefully press the battery card assembly onto the RAID controller so that the two connectors are firmly joined. Then, secure the battery card assembly to the RAID controller with the three screws and the standoffs that come with the battery card assembly accessory kit.
Page 60 6. Connect the mini SAS signal cables to the RAID controller and the backplane. Note: Use the two 440 mm (17.32 inches) mini SAS signal cables. Figure 38. Connecting the mini SAS signal cables Ports 0-3 Ports 4-7 a. For one mini SAS signal cable, connect one end to the ports 0-3 on the RAID controller. Then, connect the other end to the mini SAS signal connector on the backplane.
Page 61 Installing the ThinkServer 8708EM2 RAID Adapter Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 19. This topic provides instructions on how to install the ThinkServer 8708EM2 RAID Adapter (hereafter referred to as the RAID controller within this topic) and the battery card assembly for this RAID controller.
Page 62 the fast charge cycle will terminate prematurely, thus preventing the battery card assembly from reaching a fully charged state. Attention: • When attaching the battery card assembly to a PCI Express slot, center the Phillips-head screw driver to avoid damaging the screw head and do not over-tighten the screws as you might damage the battery card assembly.
Page 63: J7 Bbu Connector
c. Hold the battery card assembly with the battery side up and the J5 board-to-board connector lining up with the J10 BBU connector on the RAID controller. Carefully press the battery card assembly onto the RAID controller so that the two connectors are firmly joined. Then, secure the battery card assembly to the RAID controller with the three screws and the standoffs that come with the battery card assembly accessory kit.
Page 64: Pci Card
Figure 44. Installing the RAID controller into the PCI card slot 1 on the riser card assembly Note: There are three PCI card slots on the riser card assembly as shown in the illustration. The PCI card slot 1 is for RAID cards only. For more information about the PCI card slots, see “Installing a PCI card”...
Page 65 Installing the ThinkServer RAID 700 Adapter Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 19. This topic provides instructions on how to install the ThinkServer RAID 700 Adapter (hereafter referred to as the RAID controller within this topic) and the battery card assembly for this RAID controller.
Page 66 Attention: • When attaching the battery card assembly to a PCI Express slot, center the Phillips-head screw driver to avoid damaging the screw head and do not over-tighten the screws as you might damage the battery card assembly. • The battery in the battery card assembly must recharge for at least six hours during fast charge under normal operating conditions.
Page 67 6. Connect the mini SAS signal cables to the RAID controller. Note: Use the 400 mm (15.75 inches) mini SAS signal cable. Figure 48. Connecting the mini SAS signal cables to the RAID controller Ports 0-3 Ports 4-7 a. For one mini SAS signal cable, connect the end to the ports 0-3 on the RAID controller. b.
Page 68: Removing Or Installing The Ethernet Card
9. Connect the other end of the two 400 mm (15.75 inches) mini SAS signal cables to the backplane of your server. Figure 50. Mini SAS signal cable connectors on the backplane a. For one mini SAS signal cable, connect the other end to the mini SAS signal cable connector the backplane.
Page 69 4. Remove the riser card assembly together with the installed Ethernet card. See “Removing the riser card assembly” on page 36. 5. Refer to “Removing a PCI card” on page 40 and follow those instructions to remove the Ethernet card from the riser card assembly.
Page 70: Removing Or Installing The Microprocessor Fan Duct
Removing or installing the microprocessor fan duct This section provides instructions on how to remove or install the microprocessor fan duct. Removing the microprocessor fan duct Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines”...
Page 71: Removing Or Installing The Power Supply
2. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 21. 3. Place the microprocessor fan duct over the heat sink(s) and insert the three plastic tabs on one side of the duct with the corresponding holes in the chassis. Then, carefully pivot the other side down to install the duct in place.
Page 72: Installing The Power Supply
1. Press the tab of the power supply and pull the handle to slide the power supply out of the server. Figure 52. Removing the power supply 2. If you are instructed to return the power supply, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping.
Page 73 Statement 8 CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician.
Page 74: Removing Or Installing The System Fans
2. Slide the power supply into the chassis until it snaps into position. Figure 54. Installing the power supply What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 71. Removing or installing the system fans This section provides instructions on how to remove or install the system fans.
Page 75: Installing The System Fans
6. For each system fan, press it downward while holding the buckle . Then, carefully lift the system fan straight up to remove it out of the chassis Note: Mind the system fan cables. Remove the cables from any clip before removing the system fans. Figure 55.
Page 76: Removing Or Installing The Heat Sink
To install the system fans, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server. 2.
Page 77 CAUTION: The heat sink might be very hot. Turn off the server and wait three to five minutes to let the server cool before removing the server cover. To remove the heat sink, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server.
Page 78 Installing the heat sink Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 19. This section provides instructions on how to install the heat sink. CAUTION: The heat sink might be very hot.
Page 79: Removing Or Installing The Microprocessor
3. Notice the orientation of the heat sink air flow and the V-shaped cooling pipe. The V-shaped cooling pipe should always face the power supply assembly. Then, align the retaining screws on the heat sink with the corresponding holes in the system board. Install the four screws following the numerical sequence as shown below ( ) to secure the heat sink on the system board.
Page 80: Installing The Microprocessor
CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the server and wait three to five minutes to let the server cool before removing the server cover. To remove the microprocessor, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server.
Page 81 This section provides instructions on how to install the microprocessor. CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the server and wait three to five minutes to let the server cool before removing the server cover. For optimal performance, follow these microprocessor installation rules: 1.
Page 82 7. Remove the protective cover from the microprocessor socket. To avoid damaging the pins in the microprocessor socket, do not touch the pins while removing the cover. Figure 62. Removing the microprocessor socket cover 8. Remove the new microprocessor from the protective cover that protects the gold contacts on the bottom of the new microprocessor.
Page 83: Completing The Parts Replacement
9. Hold the new microprocessor by the edges and align the notches on it with the tabs in the microprocessor socket. Then, install the microprocessor into the socket. Figure 64. Installing the microprocessor What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. •...
Page 84: Turning On The Server
If the server cables and connector panel have color-coded connectors, match the color of the cable end with the color of the connector. For example, match a blue cable end with a blue panel connector, a red cable end with a red connector, and so on. See “Rear view” on page 11 for an illustration of the I/O connectors on the rear of the server.
Page 85: Connecting External Devices
1. Read and understand the Safety Information on the documentation DVD that comes with your product, and “Guidelines” on page 19. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Turn off the server and all attached devices.
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Page 87: Chapter 6. Configuring The Server
Chapter 6. Configuring the server Lenovo provides the following programs for you to configure your server: • Setup Utility program: The Setup Utility program is part of the server firmware. You can use the Setup Utility program to view your server configuration, change the startup device sequence, set the date and time, and set passwords.
Page 88: Starting The Setup Utility Program
• Resolve configuration conflicts Starting the Setup Utility program To start the Setup Utility program, do the following: 1. Approximately three minutes after the server is connected to a working electrical outlet, the power button becomes active. Turn on the server and the POST runs automatically. You will then see the logo screen.
Page 89 Table 11. Items under the Main menu Item Option Description AMIBIOS View the BIOS version and creation date information. Processor View microprocessor information. View memory capacity information. System Memory System Time HH:MM:SS Set system time. System Date MM/DD/YYYY Set system date. Table 12.
Page 90 Table 13. Submenus under the CPU Configuration (continued) Item Option Description Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Disabled / [Enabled] Enable or disable the adjacent cache line prefetch. This setting might impact system performance. MPS and ACPI MADT ordering Legacy ordering / [Modern ordering] Select the MPS and ACPI MADT ordering method.
Page 91 Table 14. Submenus under the Mass Storage Controller Configuration Item Option Description SATA Configuration Disabled / [Enabled] Enable or disable the integrated SATA controller. Configure SATA as [IDE] / RAID To select the hard disk drive mode. If this option is set to IDE, all the SATA connectors will be configured as stand-alone SATA connectors.
Page 92 Table 17. Submenus under the Hardware Health Configuration Item Option Description Items and options with BMC configuration: Auto Fan Control Disabled / [Enabled] If this option is set to Disabled, the fan runs at the full speed; if this option is set to Enabled, the fan speed is controlled by the system temperature.
Page 93 Table 18. Submenus under the IPMI 2.0 Configuration (continued) Item Sub-item Option Description BMC Watch Dog Timer [Disabled] / Reset System / Disable or enable the OS Action Power Down / Power Cycle based dongle. If enabled, whenever any problems arising from the operation system, such as the system halted, the system...
Page 94 Table 21. Items under the PCIPnP menu (continued) Item Option Description LAN1 OP-ROM [Enabled] / Disabled Enable or disable the wake-up from LAN 1. LAN2 [Auto] / Enabled / Disabled The Auto option means to automatically enable the integrated Ethernet controller 2. The Enabled option means to enable the integrated Ethernet controller 2.
Page 95: Using Passwords
Table 24. Items under the Chipset menu Item Sub-item Option Description CPU Bridge Configuration QPI Frequency [Auto] / 4.800GT / 5.866GT Standard transferring rate / 6.400GT of the QPI bus. QPI L0s and L1 Disabled / [Enabled] Enable or disable the QPI L0s and L1.
Page 96: Raid Controllers
• Created a RAID response file that can be used to configure RAID controllers on similarly configured Lenovo servers. LSI IR-RAID Utility Onboard 1068E SAS RAID Press Ctrl+C to start “Onboard 1068E SAS RAID controller controller Configuration Utility program”...
Page 97: Using The Thinkserver Easystartup Program
• Support for multiple operating systems • Installs the operating system and device drivers in an unattended mode to save time • Creates a reuseable response file that can be used with similarly configured Lenovo servers to make future installations even faster.
Page 98: Configuring Raid
You will then see one or more reminders about configuring storage devices, and then you will be presented with the Lenovo License Agreement. Read the license agreement carefully. You must agree with terms in order to continue. After agreeing to the license agreement, you will be given the following choices: •...
Page 99: Onboard 1068E Sas Raid Controller Configuration Utility Program
• Save response file: This task gives you the option of saving the information on a diskette or USB device as a response file for future installations on similarly configured Lenovo servers. • Start installation: This task starts the actual installation process. First, the disk is prepared using the disk and partition information you specified.
Page 100: Starting The Configuration Utility Program
J51 (for connecting the SGPIO connector of the mini SAS connectors (top: SAS 3; bottom: SAS 2) SAS cable) SAS connectors (top: SAS 1; bottom: SAS 0) When connecting hard disk drives to the system board using the mini SAS cable, connect the mini SAS connector to the mini SAS connector on the backplane.
Page 101: Accessing The Adapter Properties Window
Table 26. Items in the Adapter List window (continued) Item Description FW Revision The current firmware version Status Indicating whether the adapter on the boot list is enabled or disabled Boot Order Indicating the boot sequence. You can change the sequence by pressing + or -.
Page 102: Sas Raid Settings
Table 28. Items in the Adapter Properties window for SAS1068E (continued) Item Description Boot Support Defining the software control mode of the adapter. Enabled BIOS & OS: When this option is enabled, it means that the adapter is controlled by both the BIOS and the driver on the operating system.
Page 103: Accessing The Sas Topology Window
1. In the SAS RAID setup main window, select Create IM Volume and press Enter. The Create New Array window opens. 2. Select No under the RAID Disk column for the first hard disk drive. Then, press the Space key. 3.
Page 104: Updating The Firmware
Updating the firmware The firmware in the server is periodically updated and is available for download on the Lenovo Support Web site. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support to check for the latest level of firmware, such as the BIOS ROM file, BMC FW and RAID FW files.
Page 105: Chapter 7. Troubleshooting
3. Replace the following components one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time: a. DVD drive b. DVD drive and cables c. (Trained service technician only) System board A DVD is not working correctly. 1. Clean the DVD. 2. Reseat the DVD drive. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2012...
Page 106: General Problems
Symptom Action 3. Replace the DVD drive. The DVD drive tray is not 1. Make sure that the server is turned on. working. 2. Insert the end of a straightened paper clip into the manual tray-release opening. 3. Reseat the DVD drive. 4.
Page 107: Keyboard, Mouse, Or Pointing-Device Problems
• The mouse or pointing device is compatible with the server. Refer to the Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. • The mouse or pointing-device cable is securely connected to the server. • The mouse or pointing-device device drivers are installed correctly.
Page 108: Microprocessor Problems
• See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRUs) and which components are field replaceable units (FRUs). • If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),” that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
Page 109: Monitor Problems
Symptom Action The server emits a continuous 1. Make sure that the server supports all the microprocessors and that the beep during the POST, microprocessors match in speed and cache size. indicating that the startup 2. (Trained service technician only) Reseat microprocessor 1. (boot) microprocessor is not 3.
Page 110: Optional-Device Problems
• The device is designed for the server. For a list of the supported options for work. your server, go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. On the ThinkServer systems page, click Products ➙ Options. • You followed the installation instructions that came with the device and the device is installed correctly.
Page 111: Power Problems
Symptom Action 3. Replace the device that you just installed. A Lenovo optional device that 1. Make sure that all of the hardware and cable connections for the device are used to work does not work secure. now. 2. If the device comes with test instructions, use those instructions to test the device.
Page 112: Serial Port Problems
Symptom Action 5. If you just installed an optional device, remove it, and restart the server. If the server now starts, you might have installed more devices than the power supply supports. 6. See “Solving undetermined problems” on page 102. The server does not turn off.
Page 113: Software Problems
Software problems • Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. • See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRUs) and which components are field replaceable units (FRUs).
Page 114: Solving Ethernet Controller Problems
3. Remove the adapters and disconnect the cables and power cords to all internal and external devices until the server is at the minimum configuration that is required for the server to start (see “Solving undetermined problems” on page 102 for the minimum configuration). 4.
Page 115: Event Logs
• Any external devices • Surge-suppressor device (on the server) • Modem, printer, mouse, and non-Lenovo devices • Each adapter • Hard disk drives • Memory modules: the minimum configuration requirement is 1 GB DIMM per microprocessor (2 GB...
Page 116: Viewing Event Logs Without Restarting The Server
Messages are listed on the left side of the screen, and details about the selected message are displayed on the right side of the screen. To move from one entry to the next, use the Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys. Viewing event logs without restarting the server If the server is not hung, methods are available for you to view one or more event logs without restarting the server.
Page 117: Appendix A. Raid Battery Card Assembly
This sections includes information about the battery life and data retention time. It is recommended that you replace the battery pack on the battery card assembly once a year or after 500 recharging cycles, whichever comes first. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2012...
Page 118 The data retention time for the battery card assembly is as follows: BBU name Data retention time ThinkServer 8708ELP SAS RAID Adapter Battery (iBBU05) • 72 hours for 256 Mbytes, using five 32 Mx16 double data rate two dynamic random access memory modules (DDR2 DRAMs) (low power) •...
Page 119: Appendix B. Getting Information, Help, And Service
Lenovo maintains pages on the World Wide Web where you can get the latest technical information and download documentation or device drivers and updates. To access the Lenovo Support Web site, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support...
Page 120: Help And Service
• Check the power switches to ensure that the system and optional devices are turned on. • Use the troubleshooting information in your system documentation on the documentation DVD that comes with your product. • Check for the updated information, new device drivers, and hints and tips on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support If possible, be at your product when you call.
Page 121: Using Other Services
Service availability and service names might vary by country or region. For more information about these services, go to the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com...
Page 122 ThinkServer User Guide...
Page 123: Appendix C. Notices
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 Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.
Page 124: Trademarks
Lenovo encourages owners of information technology (IT) equipment to responsibly recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed. Lenovo offers a variety of programs and services to assist equipment owners in recycling their IT products. For information on recycling Lenovo products, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/recycling...
Page 125: Battery Return Program
If you want to replace it with a new one, contact your place of purchase or ask for a repair service provided by Lenovo. If you have replaced it by yourself and want to dispose of the disused lithium battery, insulate it with vinyl tape, contact your place of purchase, and follow their instructions.
Page 126: Requirement For Batteries Containing Perchlorate
For proper collection and treatment, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/recycling Requirement for batteries containing perchlorate The following statement applies to users in the state of California, U.S.A.
Page 127: Particulate Contamination
If Lenovo determines that the levels of particulates or gases in your environment have caused damage to the server, Lenovo may condition provision of repair or replacement of servers or parts on implementation of appropriate remedial measures to mitigate such environmental contamination.
Page 128 Auswirkungen der Geräte auf die Umwelt und den menschlichen Organismus aufgrund gefährlicher Substanzen minimiert werden. Weitere Informationen zur Entsorgung von Elektro- und Elektronikaltgeräten finden Sie unter der Adresse: http://www.lenovo.com/recycling. La marca de Residuos de equipos eléctricos y electrónicos (WEEE) se aplica sólo a los países pertenecientes a la Unión Europea (UE) y a Noruega.
Page 129 REEE, por forma a minimizar potenciais efeitos dos EEE sobre o ambiente e saúde pública resultantes da presença de substâncias perigosas. Para obter informações adicionais acerca da REEE consulte o sítio da web: http://www.lenovo.com/recycling. Het WEEE-merkteken (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) geldt alleen voor landen binnen de Europese Unie (EU) en Noorwegen.
Page 130 å redusere en eventuell skadelig virkning av elektrisk og elektronisk utstyr på miljø og helse, som skyldes skadelige stoffer. Du finner mer informasjon om WEEE på denne adressen: http://www.lenovo.com/recycling. ThinkServer User Guide...
Page 131: Restriction Of Hazardous Substances Directive (Rohs)
Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) This topic provides statements about the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS). China RoHS Appendix C. Notices...
Page 132: Turkish Statement Of Compliance
Turkish statement of compliance The Lenovo product meets the requirements of the Republic of Turkey Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE). German Ordinance for Work gloss statement The product is not suitable for use with visual display work place devices according to clause 2 of the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display Units.
Page 133 Geräte der Klasse A. Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt, in Übereinstimmung mit dem Deutschen EMVG das EG-Konformitätszeichen - CE - zu führen. Verantwortlich für die Konformitätserklärung nach Paragraf 5 des EMVG ist die Lenovo (Deutschland) GmbH, Gropiusplatz 10, D-70563 Stuttgart. Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. (1) 4: Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 Klasse A.
Page 134 Nach dem EMVG: „Geräte dürfen an Orten, für die sie nicht ausreichend entstört sind, nur mit besonderer Genehmigung des Bundesministers für Post und Telekommunikation oder des Bundesamtes für Post und Telekommunikation betrieben werden. Die Genehmigung wird erteilt, wenn keine elektromagnetischen Störungen zu erwarten sind.“...
Page 135: Index
LEDs on the front control panel fans DIMM weight installing features and technologies problems firmware, updating removing front, controls and indicators display problems documentation using drive bays, internal drives gaseous contamination 8, 115 © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2012...
Page 136 general problems German gloss statement keyboard problems getting help getting information getting service gigabit Ethernet controller, configuring LEDs rear of the server LEDs and controls on the front of the server hard disk drive locating connectors problems backplane hard disk drives logs hot-swap SAS or SATA, installing system-event message...
Page 137 POST riser card assembly event log installing ThinkServer Web address removing trademarks troubleshooting tables turn off server turn on SAS or SATA hot-swap drives server installing TÜV gloss statement removing © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2012...
Page 138 1068E SAS RAID controller Configuration Utility program passwords Setup Utility program VGA monitor connector video problems video controller, integrated specifications viewing event logs Web site compatible options Lenovo support working inside the server with the power on ThinkServer User Guide...

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Chapter 1. General Information

Chapter 2. Server Setup Road Map

Chapter 3. Features and Technologies

Chapter 4. Locating Parts, Controls, Leds, and Connectors

Chapter 5. Installing, Removing, or Replacing Hardware

Chapter 6. Configuring the Server

Chapter 7. Troubleshooting

Appendix A. RAID Battery Card Assembly

Appendix B. Getting Information, Help, and Service

Appendix C. Notices

Index

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