Page 1 NEC Express Server Express5800 Series Express5800/R120d-2E EXP481A User’s Guide Model Number: R120d-2E: N8100-1950F/1951F/1952F/1953F Chapter 1 General Description Chapter 2 Preparations Chapter 3 Setup Chapter 4 Appendix 10.023.02-101.01 May 2012, First Edition © NEC Corporation 2012...
Page 2: Documents Provided With This Product
Chapter 2: Convenient Features Useful features and the detail of system BIOS settings, RAID Configuration Utility, and EXPRESSBUILDER Chapter 3: Appendix Error messages and Windows Event Logs Other documents Provides the detail of NEC ESMPRO, Universal RAID Utility, and the other features. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
POWER LED ( ) ......................41 4.7.2 STATUS LED ( )......................41 4.7.3 LINK/ACT LED ( 4)................42 4.7.4 Disk Access LED ( ) ..................... 43 4.7.5 Optical disk access LED ....................43 4.7.6 UID LED (ID)........................43 Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 4 Replacing a Hard Disk Drive in the RAID System ............108 1.21 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive ........................ 109 1.21.1 Installation........................110 1.21.2 Removal .......................... 112 1.21.3 Replacing a Hard Disk Drive in the RAID System ............112 Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 5 Overview............................141 EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 Network configuration ..............141 EXPRESSBUILDER..........................143 Features of EXPRESSBUILDER ....................143 Starting EXPRESSBUILDER ......................143 Installing Software Components........................ 144 Turning Off the Server..........................145 Appendix ................................146 Specifications ............................147 PCI Configuration............................149 Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 6: Notations Used In This Document
Unless otherwise stated, hard disk drives (HDD) described in this document refer to the following. • Hard disk drives (HDD) • Solid state drive (SSD) Removable media Unless otherwise stated, removable media described in this document refer to the following. • USB memory • Flash FDD Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 7: Abbreviations Of Operating Systems (Windows)
• Windows Server 2008 32-bit Edition: Windows Server 2008 x86 *2: Unless otherwise stated, Windows Server 2003 R2 and Windows Server 2003 are collectively referred to as Windows Server 2003. *3: Used as an installation platform only. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 8: Trademarks
Trademarks Trademarks EXPRESSSCOPE are registered trademarks of NEC Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, Windows Vista, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Intel, Pentium, and Xeon are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation of the United States.
Page 9: Regulatory Notices
If you wish to dispose of used electrical and electronic products outside the European Union, please contact your local authority and ask for the correct method of disposal. Turkish RoHS information relevant for Turkish market EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 10: Warnings And Additions To This Document
The contents of this document may change without prior notice. Do not make copies or alter the document content without permission from NEC Corporation. Every effort has been made to ensure the completeness of this document. However, if you have any concerns, or discover errors or omissions, please contact your retailer.
Page 11: Precautions For Use (Be Sure To Read)
Names and Functions of Parts in this document. Safety precautions Follow the instructions in this document for the safe use of the NEC Express server. This User’s Guide describes hazardous parts of the server, possible hazards, and how to avoid them. Server components with possible danger are indicated with a warning label placed on or around them (or, in some cases, by printing the warnings on the server).
Page 12: Symbols Used In This Document And On Warning Labels
Unplug the power cord of the server. cannot be specifically identified. Make Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may sure to follow the instruction. be caused. Make sure equipment properly grounded. Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may be caused. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 13: Safety Notes
Failure to follow this warning may cause an electric shock, a fire, or failure of the server. When such things accidentally enter the server, immediately turn off the power and disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Do not disassemble the server, and contact the store where you purchased the product or your maintenance service company. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 14: Rack Installation
For inquiries regarding the installation or wiring of the power supply system, consult with the company that performed the installation or wiring, or the power company that services your area. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 15: Power Supply And Power Cord Use
• Do not secure the power cord with staples or damaged power cord with a power cord of the equivalents same standard. For information on replacing the power cord, contact the store where you purchased the product or a maintenance service company) Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 16: Installation, Relocation, Storage, And Connection
Do not get your fingers caught in the rails When mounting/removing the server onto/from the rack, be careful to avoid getting your fingers caught in the rails or cutting your fingers on the rails. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 17: Cleaning And Working With Internal Devices
Use only the specified interface cable. Use only interface cables provided by NEC and locate a proper device and connector before connecting a cable. Using an authorized cable or connecting a cable to an improper destination may cause a short circuit, resulting in a fire.
Page 18: During Operation
Keep your hands and hair away from the cooling fan at the rear of the server during operation. Failure to observe this warning may cause your hands or hair to catch in the fan, resulting in personal injury. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 19: Warning Labels
If no label is attached or printed on the server, or if there is a label coming off or stained, contact the store where you purchased the product. External view Ex. Express5800/R120d-2E (3.5-inch hard disk drive model) Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 20: Handling Precautions (For Proper Operations)
Tape media: Approximately 1 day  For optional devices, we recommend you use our NEC products. Some memory or hard disk drives manufactured by other companies are supported for use with this server, however, you will be charged to repair failure or damage caused by use of such products even within warranty period.
Page 21 Keeping your equipment clean is important not only for the appearance but also for functional and safety reasons. A dusty monitor makes it difficult to see the display contents, so clean it regularly. Take rest breaks When you feel tired, take a break. Light exercise is also recommended. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 22: General Description
Verify the condition of your server's accessories. 3. Standard Features Check and maintain the server system by using the functions explained in this section. 4. Names and Functions of Parts This section describes the name of each part contained in this server. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 23: Introduction
This high performance server is powered by the latest microprocessor "Intel Xeon processor. NEC’s latest technology and architectures realize high-power and high-speed operation that cannot be matched by existing servers. The server is designed with consideration of not only reliability but also expandability, which enables you to use it as a network server.
Page 24: Accessories
• Front bezel (Option of R120d-2E) • Bezel Lock Key (attached to the Front Bezel option of R120d-2E) • EXPRESSBUILDER • SAS/SATA cable ( 2.5-inch Hot Plug Drive HDD Cage or RAID controller is unmounted) •...
Page 25: Standard Features
• RAID system (disk array) (option card required) • Auto rebuild function (hot swapping supported) • BIOS password feature • The security lock that comes with the front bezel (Option of R120d-2E) Management Utilities • NEC ESMPRO • ExpressUpdate •...
Page 26 • El Torito Bootable CD-ROM (no emulation mode) format supported • Software power-off • Remote power-on feature • AC-Link feature • Remote console feature • Power switch mask • Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) conforming to IPMI v2.0 Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 27 With N8154-46 2.5-inch HDD cage installed. 8 slots for 2.5-inch hard disk drive in standard configuration. With N8154-47 2.5-inch HDD cage (rear) installed. 24 slots for 2.5-inch hard disk drive bay in standard configuration. With N8154-47 2.5-inch HDD cage (rear) installed. 12 slots for 3.5-inch hard disk drive bay in standard configuration. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 28: Management Features
The hardware components of the server provide operation control/reliability features as shown below. Additionally, NEC ESMPRO Agent, which is provided in EXPRESSBUILDER, enables you to collectively manage the state of your systems. You can also monitor the server states from a PC to manage the network where NEC ESMPRO Manager provided in EXPRESSBUILDER is installed.
Page 29: Firmware And Software Version Management
3. Standard Features Firmware and Software Version Management Use of NEC ESMPRO Manager and ExpressUpdate Agent allows you to manage versions of firmware and software as well as update them by applying update packages. This function automatically updates multiple modules without stopping the system just by specifying the application of an update package from NEC ESMPRO Manager.
Page 30: Names And Functions Of Parts
This LED lights green when the internal hard disk drive is being accessed. An amber light turns on if a hard disk drive is broken, and a light flashes green and amber alternately when a hard disk drive is being rebuilt. (RAID System only) Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 31 This LED lights green when the internal hard disk drive is being accessed. An amber light turns on if a hard disk drive is broken, and a light flashes green and amber alternately when a hard disk drive is being rebuilt. (RAID System only) Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 32 This LED lights green when the internal hard disk drive is being accessed. An amber light turns on if a hard disk drive is broken, and a light flashes green and amber alternately when a hard disk drive is being rebuilt. (RAID System only) Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 33: Front View (With The Front Bezel Removed)
Optical Disk Drive Bay When the DUMP switch is pressed, memory dump is The bay where Optical Disk Drive is installed. performed. Either of the following drive can be installed. － DVD-ROM drive － DVD Super MULTI drive Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 34 Engine 3 (BMC).To use this switch, press it at least five seconds. (12) Reset Switch When the Reset switch is pressed, the system is reseted (13) DUMP Switch (NMI) When the DUMP switch is pressed, memory dump is performed. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 35 Engine 3 (BMC).To use this switch, press it at least five seconds. (12) Reset Switch When the Reset switch is pressed, the system is reseted (13) DUMP Switch (NMI) When the DUMP switch is pressed, memory dump is performed. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 36: Rear View
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Rear View (13) (11) (11) (11) (11) (11) (14) (16) (10)-4 (10)-3 (10)-2 (10)-1 (12) (13) (11) (9) (11) (11) (9) (11) (11) (14) (12) (10)-4 (10)-3 (10)-2 (10)-1 Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 37 If Shared BMC LAN feature is enabled in ROM Utility, LAN connector 1 can also be used as the management LAN port. However, sharing port is not recommended from the point of performance and security, because LAN port 1 may receive both data. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 38: External View
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts External View 16x 2.5-inch drive model 26x 2.5-inch drive model 3.5-inch drive model (1) Top Cover (front) (2) Release Button (3) Top Cover (rear) Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 39: Internal View
-6 FAN1F (Option) -7 FAN2F (Option) -8 FAN3F (Option) -9 FAN4F (Option) -10 FAN5F (Option) FAN1R-3R and 5R are standard parts. FAN4R is option parts when CPU#2 is installed. FAN1F-5F are option parts when redundant FAN configuration. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 40: Motherboard
(13) Lithium battery -3 Riser C (14) PSU connector (27) FAN connector (Rear) -1 default (POW #1) -1 FAN -2 redundant (POW #2) -2 FA (15) SATA Optical Disk Drive signal connector (16) SATA connector (17) Buzzer Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 41: Status Indicators
While hardware is operating normally, STATUS LED lights green. STATUS LED is off or lights/flashes amber if there is a problem with hardware. The following table lists STATUS LED patterns, their explanation and solution. Tips You can reference error logs to check the causes of failures by using NEC ESMPRO. STATUS LED pattern Explanation Solution −...
Page 42: Link/Act Led ( 1, 2, 3, 4)
The number next to the icon indicates a network port number. LINK/ACT LED pattern Explanation On (green) The server and hub are powered and properly connected Flashing (green) The network port is transmitting or receiving data. Check the cable or connection Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 43: Disk Access Led
UID LED pattern Explanation On (blue) The UID switch is pressed (ON). The UID switch is not pressed (OFF). Tips You can turn on an LED using remote management software. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 44: Led On A Hard Disk Drive
• Do not turn off or reboot the server while a hard disk drive is being rebuilt. • Wait at least 90 seconds before installing a hard disk drive after removing one. • Do not replace a hard disk drive while another hard disk drive is being rebuilt. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 45: Leds For Lan Connectors
4. Names and Functions of Parts 4.7.8 LEDs for LAN connectors The five LAN connectors provided at the rear of the server have two LEDs each. LINK/ACT LEDs LINK/ACT LED SPEED LED Management LAN connectors for LAN connector data transmission SPEED LEDs Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 46 This LED indicates which network interface is used. The four LAN connectors for data transmission support 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and 10BASE-T. Management LAN port supports 100BASE-TX and 10BASE-T. SPEED LED pattern Explanation On (amber) Operating with 1000BASE-T On (green) Operating with 100BASE-TX Operating with 10BASE-T Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 47: Ac Power Led On Power Supply Unit
The power cable is connected and AC power is supplied. Cold Redundant feature is enabled. On (amber) The power cable is not connected in redundant power configuration. Power supply unit is failing. Flashing (amber) Power supply unit is failing. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 48: Preparations
1. Installing Internal Optional Devices You can skip this section if you did not purchase any optional devices. 2. Installation and Connection You must place the server in an ideal location and connect some cables following this section. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 49: Installing Internal Optional Devices
• Use only the devices and cables specified by NEC. You will be charged to repair damages, malfunctions, and failures caused by the use of any devices or cables not specified for use with this server even within the warranty period.
Page 50: Anti-Static Measures
− Keep any component in an anti-static bag until you actually install it to the server. − Hold any component by its edge to avoid touching any terminals or parts. − To store or carry any component, place it in an anti-static bag. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 51: Overview Of Installation And Removal
Optical disk drive, DIMM, processor, TPM Kit, EXPRESSBUILDER Assemble Kit, additional HDD cage, PCI card, RAID Controller, extra battery for RAID Controller Important Do not leave the server open on the rack. If you are going to install a hard disk drive only, go to step 10. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 52 Attach the front bezel. Refer to Chapter 2 (1.5 Removing the Front Bezel). This is the end of the installation or removal procedures for internal optional devices. Continue the setup with reference to Chapter 2 (2.2 Connection). Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 53: Confirming Servers (Uid Switch)
If UID (Unit ID) switch is pressed, UID LED will be on or flash. If it is pressed again, the LED will be off. <Front View> 16x 2.5-inchhard disk drive model UID switch 26x 2.5-inch hard disk drive model UID switch Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 54 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Chapter 2 Preparations 3.5-inch hard disk drive model UID switch <Rear View> UID switch Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 55: Removing The Front Bezel
Insert the attached security key into the key slot and turn the key to the front bezel side while pressing it lightly to release the lock. Unlocked Locked Hold the both end of the front bezel carefully , pull it toward you, and remove it. Note Be careful not to press POWER Switch. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 56: Removing Top Cover
Slide the top cover toward the front of the server while pressing the lock button on the cover. Lift off the top cover (front) from the server. Loosen the thumb nut on rear of the server, and slide the top cover (rear) to rear side. Lift the top cover (rear) and remove it. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 57: Internal Flash Memory
Refer to steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Remove the duct. Attach the Internal Flash Memory and fix it with the screw provided with this product. 1.7.2 Removal To remove the Internal Flash Memory, reverse the installation procedure. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 58: Tpm Kit
The TPM Kit once installed cannot be removed. Refer to steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Remove the dict. Install TPM Kit and secure it by pushing the nylon rivet provided with TPM Kit. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 59: Processor (Cpu)
• Do not operate the system until confirming that the additionally installed processor is in normal state. • Make sure to use the processor authorized by NEC. Installing a third-party processor may cause a failure of the processor as well as the motherboard.
Page 60 CPU socket. Notch Pin mark Pin mark • Be sure to hold the processor only at the edges. Pay attention not to touch the Important bottom of the processor (pin section). Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 61 Temporarily tighten the four screws diagonally, then tighten them securely. Make sure that the screw aligns with the screw hole. If not, the screw may damage the motherboard. Note Make sure that the heat sink is properly attached and properly direction. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 62: 1.9.2 Replacement / Removal
Removing the heat sink with it adhering to the processor may cause the processor and/or CPU socket to be defected. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 63: Dimm
1.10.2 Memory Clock The server supports the memory clock speed of DDR3-800/1066/1333MHz. However, the actual memory clock speed depends on CPU model and memory configuration. The memory clocks of all of buses operate at the same clock speed. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 64: 1.10.3 Memory Ras Feature
Standard memory feature (x4 SDDC ECC memory) • Memory Mirroring feature (restrictions imposed on DIMM configuration) • Memory LockStep feature (x8 SDDC ECC memory) (restrictions imposed on DIMM configuration) • Rank Sparing feature (restrictions imposed on DIMM configuration) Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 65: Dimm Installation Order
2-CPU 1-CPU 2-CPU 1-CPU 2-CPU DIMM number configuration configuration configuration configuration configuration configuration CPU1_DIMM1 CPU1_DIMM4 CPU1_DIMM2 CPU#1 CPU1_DIMM5 CPU1_DIMM3 CPU1_DIMM6 CPU2_DIMM1 CPU2_DIMM4 CPU2_DIMM2 CPU#2 CPU2_DIMM5 CPU2_DIMM3 CPU2_DIMM6 N/S: Not supported, the slot is unavailable for this feature. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 66: 1.10.5 Installation
If using a Windows OS, refer to Chapter 1 (7.1 Specifying Memory Dump Settings (Debug Information)) in "Installation Guide (Windows)". For other OS, consult the manual provided with the operation system or contact the store where you purchased it or your maintenance service company. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 67: Replacement / Removal
Note When removing a defective DIMM, check error messages displayed at POST or NEC ESMPRO and check the DIMM socket where the defective DIMM is installed. Take the steps below after replacing or removing DIMMs. Confirm that no error messages are displayed on POST. If any error message is displayed, refer to Chapter 3 (1.
Page 68: 1.10.7 Using Memory Ras Features
Run SETUP again, and check if the status of additionally installed DIMMs shows "Mirror". • Installation order depends on CPU configuration. See the figure below. The mirroring cannot be configured in the following case: • Memory mirroring within a specific memory channel Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 69 • LockStep between memory channels of different memory controllers (CPU) • LockStep within the same memory channel Notes on Configuring LockStep If you install or remove DIMMs that unable to configure Memory LockStep, parameter for [Memory RAS Mode] is changed from "LockStep" to "Independent". Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 70 The following Memory sparing cannot be configured. • A DIMM of different capacity is installed. Notes on Configuring Memory Sparing If you install or remove DIMMs that unable to configure Memory Sparing, parameter for [Memory RAS Mode] is changed from "Spared" to "Independent". Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 71: Extra Battery For Raid Controller
Connect the cable to the additional battery. When connecting the cable, orient the cable so that its marking will fit the connector. With battery plate facing upward Blue line at left end Remove the battery bracket from the duct. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 72: Removal
For how to install riser card, refer to Chapter 2 (1.13 PCI Card). 1.11.3 Removal For removing the extra battery for the RAID Controller, reverse the installation procedure. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 73: Backup File Device
Backup File Device The 16x 2.5-inch drive model has one slot for installing a backup file device such as a magnetic tape drive. Important Install only a backup file device specified by NEC. Backup file device bay 1.12.1 Installation (USB File Devices) Refer to Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations.
Page 74 Connect the power cable and interface cable to the backup file device. Connect the power cable provided with the server and separately-priced USB cable (K410-194/195(00)) to the backup file device. Power cable USB cable Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 75: 1.12.2 Removal
[Boot] → [Boot Option #2] → [(Bus 08 Dev XX) PCI RAID Adapter] 11. Install the device driver for the backup file device. Refer to the manual that comes with the backup file device. 1.12.2 Removal Remove the backup file device in reverse order of the installation steps. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 76: Pci Card
For a RAID Controller, LAN card (network boot), or Fibre Channel controller, if no hard disk drive on which an OS is installed is connected, set the option ROM for that slot to Disabled. Refer to Chapter 2 (1. System BIOS) in "Maintenance Guide" for how to specify it. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 77: 1.13.2 Supported Cards And Available Slots
Fibre Channel Controller (2ch) (8Gbps/Optical) [PCI Express 3.0(x8)]       N8104-138 1000BASE-T Adapter For additional LAN (1ch) port. [PCI Express 2.0(x1)] Teaming (AFT/SFT/ALB) and bonding with onboard LAN (including additional riser card) N8104-138/132/133 is supported. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 78 The card performance described in the parentheses after the Product name indicates the maximum operation performance of the card. When the operation performance of a PCI card is higher than the PCI slot on the server, the PCI card operates with the performance of the PCI slot on the server. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 79: Installation
Confirm the installation position with the reference to the table in (1.13.2 Supported cards and available slots). Remove the screw, and remove RAID Screw Controller bracket from the rise card. RAID Controlller bracket Note Keep the slot cover for future use. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 80 PCI card or riser card might break. Tips Connect a cable between connector on HDD backplane and RAID card before installing the riser card to the server. Secure the RAID Controller bracket with a screw you have removed in Step 3. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 81 In that case, configure the boot priority in the Boot menu of the BIOS Setup utility. For details about the Boot menu, refer to Chapter 2 (1.2.5 Boot) in "Maintenance Guide". Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 82 Confirm the installation position with the reference to the table in (1.13.2 Supported cards and available slots). Remove the blank cover from the rise card (common to PCI slots #1B to 3B, 1C, and 2C) . ① ② Note Keep the blank cover for future use. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 83 In that case, configure the boot priority in the Boot menu of the BIOS Setup utility. For details about the Boot menu, refer to Chapter 2 (1.2.5 Boot) in "Maintenance Guide". Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 84: Removal
If needed, run SETUP utility, and then specify the boot order from the Boot menu. For details about the Boot menu, refer to Chapter 2 (1. System BIOS) in "Maintenance Guide". If using the server while the card is removed, attach the slot cover that comes with the riser card. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 85: Additional Hdd Cage
Refer to steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Remove the six screws from protective cover, and remove the protective cover. Remove the blank cover of 2.5-inch HDD cage bay by pulling it toward you. Install the additional HDD cage. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 86 Install expander board to Expansion Bay and secure it with five screws provided with 2.5-inch HDD cage. Connect the two SAS cables (long) provided with the server to RAID Controller and Expander board. (Refer to Chapter 2 (1.18 Use of Internal Hard Disk Drives in the RAID System).) Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 87: Removal
Keep the removed blank cover for future use. 1.14.2 Removal To remove an additional HDD cage, reverse the installation procedure. Important To maintain the cooling effect in the server, install the blank cover in the vacant slot. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 88: Additional Hdd Cage (Rear)
Refer to steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Remove the two screws and remove the blank cover from 2.5-inch HDD cage bay. Screws Install the additional HDD cage and secure it with two screws you have removed in Step 2. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 89 Connect the provided DC cable to additional HDD cage. DC cable MB (Connector for REARHDD BP) Connect the provided SATA cable and SGPIO cable to additional HDD cage. Install the provided fan unit, and connect with the connector on motherboard. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 90: Redundant Fan Unit
*1 Expansion FAN is installed in FAN 5R when Expansion CPU is installed *2 Redandunt FANs are installed in FAN1F-3F and 5F when one CPU is installed Redandunt FANs are installed in FAN1F-5F when two CPU are installed. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 91: 1.16.1 Installation
In 1-CPU configuration: Install redundant fan units in slots FAN 1F to 3F, and 5F. In 2-CPU configuration: Install redundant fan units in slots FAN 1F to 5F. Insert the fan unit straight into the additional fan slot until it locks with clicking sound. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 92: 1.16.2 Replacement Or Removal
Be sure to observe the following precautions to use the server safely. Failure to observe the precautions may cause burns, injury, and property damage. For details, refer to Safety precautions in Precautions for Use. • Pay attention to electric hazard. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 93: Optical Disk Drive
Remove a single screw from the tray, and remove the bracket. Remove the dummy tray. Important Keep the screw and dummy tray in the optical disk drive for future use. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 94: Removal
Screw the bracket to secure the optical disk drive in place. Insert the optical disk drive and secure the drive tray. Connect the cable to optical disk drive. 1.17.2 Removal To remove an optical disk drive, reverse the installation procedure above. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 95: Use Of Internal Hard Disk Drives In The Raid System
• When connecting a RAID Controller, set the boot priority to 8th or higher in the Boot menu of the BIOS Setup utility. If the setting is 9th or lower, the configuration menu for RAID Controllers cannot be launched. Tips When using SAS Hard Disk Drives, RAID Controller must be connected. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 96: Connecting Cables
<16x 2.5-inch drive model : When using onboard RAID controller (1 to 4 drives)> SAS Cable SGPIO Cable Backplane MB (HDD BP Connector) MB (SATA Connector) MotherBoard (MB) BackPlane (BP) Hard Disk Drive Port 0 Port 1 SATA0_3 SAS0_3 Port 2 Port 3 Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 97 Option BackPlane(BP) Hard Disk Drive RAID Controller Port 0 Port 1 SAS 1 SAS0_3 (Port 0～3 or Port1～4) Port 2 Port 3 Port 4 Port 5 SAS 2 SAS4_7 (Port 4～7 or Port5～8) Port 6 Port 7 Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 98 BackPlane(1) SAS4_7H1 SAS4_7 Port 6 Port 7 Port 8 Port 9 BackPlane(2) SAS0_3H2 SAS0_3 Port 10 SAS 2 Port 11 (Port 4～7 or SAS4_7R Port 12 Port 5～8) Port 13 BackPlane(2) SAS4_7H2 SAS4_7 Port 14 Port 15 Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 99 Hard Disk Drive RAID Controller SAS 1 SAS0_3 (Port 0～3 or Port 1～4) Port 0～23 SAS 2 SAS4_7 (Port 4～7 or Port 5～8) Expander Board BackPlane(Rear) Hard Disk Drive SAS_A SAS_A Port 24 SAS_B SAS_B Port 25 Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 100 SAS 1 SAS0_3 (Port 0～3 or Port 1～4) Port 0～11 SAS 2 SAS4_7 (Port 4～7 or Port 5～8) BackPlane (Front) BackPlane (Rear) Hard Disk Drive SAS_A SAS_A Port 12 SAS_B SAS_B Port 13 SAS_C No Use SAS_D Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 101: Notes On Configurating A Raid System
RAID Controller (N8103-149/150/151). • Do not change the RAID System mode to hibernate. Important • Build a Disk Array in the RAID System using Hard Disk Drives that have the same specifications (capacity, rotational speed, and standard). Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 102: Installing Top Cover
Put the top cover straight on the server chassis so that it can be surely engaged with the chassis frame. Slide the top cover toward the front of the server. Tighten thumb nut on the rear panel. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 103: Inch Hard Disk Drive
Important Use hard disk drives specified by NEC. Installing a third-party hard disk drive might cause a failure of the server and it. Note the following precautions to install hard disk drives.
Page 104 (From Left) Port 0～23 26x 2.5-inch drive model (Rear View) <When Rear 2.5-inch HDD cage is added> Port 24 Port 25 3.5-inch drive model (Rear View) < When Rear 2.5-inch HDD cage is added > Port 12 port 13 Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 105: Installation
• Keep the dummy trays for future use. Important • Dummy trays are intended to increase the cooling effect inside the server. Keep the dummy trays installed in slots where Hard Disk Drives are not installed. Unlock the handle of the drive carrier. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 106 Turn on the server, run BIOS SETUP utility, and then specify the boot order from the Boot menu. For details about the Boot menu, refer to Chapter 2 (1.2.5 Boot) in "Maintenance Guide". This process is required because the saved boot order is cleared when you add a Hard Disk Drive. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 107: Removal
If you transfer or dispose of the removed hard disk drive, refer to Chapter 1 (1. Transfer, Movement, and Disposal) in “Maintenance Guide” to erase data. Important NEC assumes no liability for data leakage should the product be transferred to a third party without erasing the data. Note If you have to remove a disk due to a hard disk drive failure, check the slot with its DISK LED lit in amber.
Page 108: Replacing A Hard Disk Drive In The Raid System
Leave an interval of at least 90 seconds between a Hard Disk Drive removal and a Hard Disk Drive installation. • Do not replace a disk during the auto rebuilding of another Hard Disk Drive (during an auto rebuild, the DISK LED on the Hard Disk Drive flashes green and amber alternately). Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 109: Inch Hard Disk Drive
Important Use hard disk drives specified by NEC. Installing a third-party hard disk drive might cause a failure of the server and it. Note the following precautions to install hard disk drives.
Page 110: Installation
Install a Hard Disk Drive by using the following procedure. Follow the same installation procedure for other slots. Note Use hard disk drives specified by NEC. Installing a third-party hard disk drive might cause a failure of the server and it. Refer to Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations.
Page 111 Turn on the server, run SETUP utility, and then specify the boot order from the Boot menu. For details about the Boot menu, refer to Chapter 2 (1.2.5 Boot) in "Maintenance Guide". Tips The saved boot order is cleared when a hard disk drive is added. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 112: Removal
If you transfer or dispose of the removed hard disk drive, refer to Chapter 1 (1. Transfer, Movement, and Disposal) in “Maintenance Guide” to erase data. Important NEC assumes no liability for data leakage should the product be transferred to a third party without erasing the data. Note If you have to remove a disk due to a hard disk drive failure, check the slot with its DISK LED lit in amber.
Page 113: Power Supply Unit
Refer to Chapter 2 (1. System BIOS) in "Maintenance Guide", change parameters as shown below, save the settings and exit from SETUP. Server  Power Control Configuration  Cold Redundant Mode  Enabled Run SETUP again, and check if the status of Cold Redundant Mode shows Enabled in Server menu. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 114: 1.22.2 Installation
Refer to steps 1 to 4 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Remove the blank cover. Important Keep the removed blank cover for future use. Insert the power supply unit.until it is locked with clicking sound. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 115 Refer to Chapter 2 (5. Troubleshooting) of the Maintenance Guide for details on the error messages. If the AC POWER LEDs are off, reinstall the power supply units. If the same error message still appears, contact your service representative. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 116: Replacing A Failing Power Supply Unit
To maintain the cooling effect in the server, install the blank cover in the vacant slot. Install the new power supply unit taking steps 3 to 7 of "Installation", and confirm that the power supply unit is installed normally. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 117: Installing Front Bezel
Chapter 2 Preparations 1.23 Installing Front Bezel When installing Front Bezel, engage catches of front bezel with those on mounting ear. After installing Front Bezel, lock it with Bezel Lock Key. Important Be careful not to press POWER Switch. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 118: Installation And Connection
• Do not leave more than one device being pulled out from the rack. • Do not provide the wiring for the server to exceed the rating of the power supply. • Do not use in the environment where corrosive gas is generated. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 119 If you must install the server close to such equipment, have your maintenance service company separate power cables or install noise filter. • Environment where operation of the server is not guaranteed Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 120: Installing The Server To The Rack Or Removing It From The Rack
Review airflow in the rack and room and take sufficient measures so that the internal temperature will not exceed the operational temperature during operation. Air enters the server from the front and exits from the rear. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 121 2. Installation and Connection Chapter 2 Preparations Installation This server can be mounted to a rack made by NEC or other companies. Mount the server to a rack in the following procedure. Preparation for mounting • Checking rails • Installing inner and outer rails Important Rail for left side has different shape from that for right side.
Page 122 • Do not attempt to lift the server with a single person. • Do not drop. • Do not leave the server being pulled out. • Do not install with the cover removed. • Do not get your fingers caught. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 123 When the server is pushed into the rack and is locked, push the server to the end while pulling the release levers (blue) on both sides of the server. Push the server until its lock on front Release lever panel clicks. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 124 • Do not apply pressure on the server from top when it is being pulled out. Doing so cause the server to drop, which is dangerous. • Be careful not to get your finger caught in rails. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 125 Push the unlock lever on outer rail to the direction shown by arrow to house the slide rail. Unlock lever Locking mechanism While pressing the lever on outer rail, push the outer rail toward inside of the rack, then remove it. Front View Rear view Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 126: Connection
• Insert the power plug into the outlet as far as it goes. • Use only the specified power cord • Do not connect or disconnect the interface cable with the power plugged in the outlet. • Use only the specified interface cable Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 127 Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Front View Display unit USB device 16x 2.5-inch hard disk drive model USB device 26x 2.5-inch hard disk drive model USB device 3.5-inch hard disk drive model Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 128 2. Installation and Connection Rear View Device with serial interface Display unit Finally, connect the power cord to an outlet. For connecting with UPS, refer to the next section. Management USB device Ports for data LAN port transmission USB device Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 129 If you connect an external USB DVD-ROM drive to a USB connector at the front of the server, do not connect any other device to the adjacent USB port. See the figure below. 26x 2.5-inch drive model, 16x 2.5-inch drive model 3.5-inch drive model Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 130: Connecting To A Uninterruptible Power Supply (Ups)
To change the settings, select Server and then AC-LINK in the BIOS setup utility, and change the displayed parameters. Select Power On to perform automatic operations by using the UPS. For details, refer to Chapter 2 (1.2.4 Server) in "Maintenance Guide". Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 131: Setup
EXPRESSBUILDER helps you to install Windows and maintain the server. 5. Installing Software Components You can install Windows and bundled software by following the instructions in "Installation Guide (Windows)". 6. Turning off the Server Turn off power when not using the server. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 132: Turning On The Server
Press the POWER switch at the front of the server. The POWER LED is turned on green and after a while, the logo appears on the display. Important Do not connect or disconnect USB device while POST is running. 16x 2.5-inch disk drive model POWER switch Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 133 26x 2.5-inch disk drive model POWER switch 26x 2.5-inch disk drive model POWER switch While the logo is being displayed, the self-diagnostic program (POST) runs and diagnoses the hardware. For details, refer to Chapter 3 (1.1.1 POST sequence). Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 134: Post
By pressing the designated function key following messages, you can call the functions below upon completion of POST. <F2> key: Run BIOS Setup Utility (SETUP). For information on the SETUP, refer to Chapter 2 (1. System BIOS) in "Maintenance Guide". Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 135: Post Error Messages
Chapter 3 (1. POST Error Message) in "Maintenance Guide". Important Take notes on the messages displayed before consulting with your maintenance service company. Alarm messages are useful information for maintenance. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 136: System Bios Setup
Press <F2> SETUP, <F3> Internal Flash Memory, <F4> ROM Utility, <F12> Network If you press the <F2> key at this time, SETUP runs and displays the Main menu upon completion of POST. (You can also press the <F2> key while the NEC logo appears to display the Main menu.) Important If password is set, you will be prompted to enter password at next startup of SETUP.
Page 137: Description On On-Screen Items And Key Usage
Quit without saving? [Yes]  <F1> key Press this key to display help information. If you need help using the SETUP, press this key. Press the <Esc> key to go back to the original screen. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 138 (This might be different from the parameters configured before shipment.) Load Setup Defaults? [Yes]  <F4> key If you press this key, the following window appears. If you select Yes, the parameter you configured is saved and SETUP closes. Save configuration and exit? [Yes] Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 139: Cases That Require Configuration
If it is turned off by using Configuration → AC-LINK → Last POWER switch, leave it OFF even when UPS supplies State power. Server → Power Control Keep the power OFF even Configuration → AC-LINK → Stay off when UPS supplies power. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 140 If you wish to exit without saving the changed parameters, select Save & Exit Discard Changes and then and Exit. Or if you wish to restore the setting to default values, select Save & Exit Load Setup Defaults. and then (The default value might be different from the factory setting.) Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 141: Expressscope Engine 3
If you press the <F4> key at this time, ROM utility starts upon completion of POST. You can also press the <F4> key while the NEC logo is being displayed to open the Off-line TOOL MENU screen. The keyboard selection screen appears. Select your keyboard type.
Page 142 Connect the LAN cable to the management LAN connector in order to connect to the network. It will be available for use if you access EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 via Web browser from PC for management according to the setting. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 143: Expressbuilder
To use this feature, select Os (Windows reinstallation) installation in the menu after boot. Storage of software* Stores various bundled software (such as NEC ESMPRO Agent). Maintenance Diagnoses your server system. To use this feature, select Tool menu in the menu after boot.
Page 144: Installing Software Components
5. Installing Software Components Chapter 3 Setup Installing Software Components Continue to install software components such as OS. Refer to the instructions below. • Installation Guide (Windows) Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 145: Turning Off The Server
Shut down the OS. The server automatically turns off after the OS shuts down. Confirm that POWER LED is OFF. Turn off peripheral devices. Tips Hibernate function of Windows Server cannot be used. Do not set Hibernate at Windows shutdown. Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 146: Appendix
NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/R120d-2E Appendix Specifications PCI Configuration Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 147: Specifications
Operating: 10 to 40C*4, Storage: -10 to 55C Environmental requirements Humidity Operating: 20 to 80%, Storage: 20 to 80% (No condensation either when operating or when stored) EXPRESSBUILDER(NEC ESMPRO Manager(Windows), NEC ESMPRO Agent,User's Guide(electronic document) Main accessories included), Getting Started, Notes on Use, one-touch rack rail...
Page 148 Operating: 10 to 40C *4, Storage: -10 to 55C Operating: 20 to 80%, Storage: 20 to 80% Environmental requirements Humidity (No condensation either when operating or when stored) EXPRESSBUILDER(NEC ESMPRO Manager(Windows), NEC ESMPRO Agent,User's Guide(electronic document) Main accessories included), Getting Started, Notes on Use, one-touch rack rail...
Page 149: Pci Configuration
Onboard VGA controller PCI board installed in slot PCI1C PCI board installed in slot PCI2C Onboard LAN Correspondence between device numbers and function numbers of onboard LAN is as shown below: Device number Function number Onboard LAN (Device#) (Function#) Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 150 PCI1B: INTB － 20(14h) 44(2Ch) PCI2B: INTD PCI3B: INTC PCI1B: INTC － 21(15h) 45(2Dh) PCI2B: INTB PCI3B: INTB EHCI#2 (USB) PCI1B: INTD 22(16h) 46(2Eh) PCI2B: INTC PCI3B: INTD － 23(17h) EHCI#1 (USB) 47(2Fh) ( ): Hexadecimal notation Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...
Page 151 PCI Slot 1 PCI1B PCI Slot 27 PCI Slot 2 PCI2B PCI Slot 43 PCI Slot 3 PCI3B PCI Slot 59 PCI Slot 4 PCI1C PCI Slot 28 PCI Slot 5 PCI2C PCI Slot 44 PCI Slot 6 Express5800/R120d-2E User’s Guide...

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NEC R120d-2E User Manual

Introduction

Accessories

Standard Features

Management Features

Firmware and Software Version Management

Names and Functions of Parts

Front View (Front Bezel Option: N8146-26F)

Front View (with the Front Bezel Removed)

Rear View

External View

Internal View

Motherboard

Status Indicators

Installing Internal Optional Devices

Safety Precautions

Anti-Static Measures

Overview of Installation and Removal

Confirming Servers (UID Switch)

Removing the Front Bezel

Removing Top Cover

Internal Flash Memory

TPM Kit

Processor (CPU)

DIMM

Extra Battery for RAID Controller

Backup File Device

PCI Card

Additional HDD Cage

Additional HDD Cage (Rear)

Redundant Fan Unit

Optical Disk Drive

Use of Internal Hard Disk Drives in the RAID System

Installing Top Cover

Inch Hard Disk Drive

Inch Hard Disk Drive

Power Supply Unit

1.23 Installing Front Bezel

Installation and Connection

Installation

Connection

Turning on the Server

Post

System BIOS Setup

Overview

Starting and Exiting SETUP Utility

Description on On-Screen Items and Key Usage

Cases that Require Configuration

Expressscope Engine 3

Overview

EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 Network Configuration

Expressbuilder

Features of EXPRESSBUILDER

Starting EXPRESSBUILDER

Installing Software Components

Turning off the Server

Appendix

Specifications

PCI Configuration

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