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Safety information Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011 iii

Important: Each caution and danger statement in this document is labeled with a number. This number is used to cross reference an English-language caution or danger statement with translated versions ofthe caution or danger statement in the Safety Information manual. For example, if a caution statem...

Chapter 1. General information This chapter provides some general information about your server. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Introduction” on page 1 • “Notices and statements in the document” on page 1 • “Related documentation” on page 2 Introduction This Installation and User Gui...

The following notices and statements are used in this document: • Note: These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice. • Important: These notices provide information or advice that might help you avoid problems or inconvenient situations. • Attention: These notices indicate potential dam...

Chapter 2. Server setup road map This chapter provides a general road map to guide you through setting up your server. The server setup procedure varies depending on the configuration of the server when it was delivered. Insome cases, the server is fully configured and you just need to connect the s...

Chapter 3. Features and technologies What is included with your server The RD240 server package includes the server, a power cord, documentation, the ThinkServer Documentation DVD , and software media. Features The RD240 server offers the following features and technologies: • Microprocessor(s): The...

Table 3. Features and specifications (continued) RAID adapters: • Onboard 1068E SAS RAID adapter • ThinkServer 8708ELP SAS RAID Adapter • ThinkServer 8708EM2 RAID Adapter Electrical input • Input voltage: – Low range: Minimum: 100 V ac Maximum: 127 V ac Input frequency range: 50 to60 Hz – High range...

Chapter 4. Locating parts, controls, LEDs, and connectors This chapter provides information to help you locate your server parts, controls, light-emitting diodes(LEDs), and connectors. Front view The following illustration shows the drives and parts on the front of the server. Figure 1. Front view o...

Rear view The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors and parts on the rear of the server. Figure 2. Rear view of the server 1 Power supply 1 6 Serial port 2 Power supply 2 bay (blank and covered by a bay bezel) 7 USB connectors (3 and 4) 3 Power cord connector 8 Ethernet connec...

Front control panel This section provides information about the front control panel of the server. The following illustration helps you identify the connectors, controls, and LEDs on the front control panel ofyour server. Figure 3. Front control panel 1 ID button and LED 4 Ethernet 2 status LED 2 Sy...

Locating server components The following illustration shows the locations of the major components in your server. Figure 4. Server component locations 1 System fans 6 Front control panel (see “Front control panel” on page 11) 2 Riser card assembly 7 Optical drive (depending on the model) 3 Microproc...

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 1 Memory slot (CPU1 DIMM CHC0) 14 SATA connector 1 2 Memory slot (CPU1 DIMM CHB0) 15 SATA connector 2 3 Memory slot (CPU1 DIMM CHA0) ...

Locating connectors on the backplane The following illustration shows the connector locations on the backplane. Figure 7. Backplane connector locations 1 Mini SAS signal connector 2 2 Power connector 3 Mini SAS signal connector 1 16 ThinkServer Installation and User Guide

Chapter 5. Installing, removing, or replacing hardware This chapter provides instructions on how to install, remove, or replace hardware for your server. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Guidelines” on page 17 • “Removing the server cover” on page 19 • “Installing, removing, or replaci...

• You do not have to turn off the server to install or replace hot-swap fans, redundant hot-swap ac power supplies, or hot-plug USB devices. However, you must turn off the server before performing any steps thatinvolve installing, removing, or replacing adapter cables or non-hot-swap optional device...

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 tohalt, which might result in the loss of data. To avoid this potential problem, always use an electrostatic-discharge wriststr...

4. Loosen the thumbscrew in the rear of the server cover 1 . Then, slide the server cover to the rear until you can lift it up to completely remove it from the chassis 2 . Notes: a. The thumbscrew is securely installed and you need to use a tool, such as a screwdriver, to loosen it. b. The thumbscre...

Memory module installation rules Your server has eight memory slots for installing or replacing DDR3 SDRAM DIMMs that provide up to amaximum of 64 GB of system memory. The following tables provide information about the memory module installation rules that you shouldconsider when installing a memory...

2. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 19. 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 thememory module into a mem...

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 17. This section provides instructions on how to remove a memory module. To remove a memory module, do the following: 1. Re...

• The EMI integrity and cooling of the server are protected by having all bays, PCI slots, and PCI Express slots covered or occupied. When you install a drive, PCI card, or PCI Express card, save the EMCshield and filler panel from the bay, PCI card slot, or PCI Express card slot in the event that y...

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 rep...

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 instr...

4. There is one screw on each side and two screws on the top. Remove the four screws that secure the drive access panel ( 1 ). Slide the drive access panel back and lift it to remove it ( 2 ). Figure 16. Removing the drive access panel 28 ThinkServer Installation and User Guide

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-pro...

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 ...

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. Reinstall the drive access panel an...

1. Press the blue latch to open the hard disk drive tray ( 1 ) and rotate the handle of the hard disk drive tray assembly to the open position ( 2 ). Then, grasp the handle and pull the hard disk drive tray assembly out of the bay ( 3 ). Figure 24. Removing the hard disk drive tray assembly 2. Remov...

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 ( 1 ), and then slightly press the handle to lock the tray into place ( 2 ). Figure 25. Installing the hard disk drive...

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 is secured in place by a retaining latch 1 , press the retaining latch to release the riser card from the latch. Then, carefully pull the ris...

This section provides instructions on how to install the riser card assembly. The riser card assembly mighthave 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 and follow those instructions in addition to t...

Installing a PCI card Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 17. This section provides instructions on how to install a PCI card. To install a PCI card, do the following: Note: Use any do...

Note: Use any documentation that comes with the PCI card and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this section. 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 ca...

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. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 19. 3. Locate the battery on ...

To install the system board battery, do the following: Note: Follow any special handling and installation instructions that come with the replacement battery. 1. Hold the system board battery 1 and position one side of the battery into its socket. Then, press the other side of the battery until it s...

6. Refer to “Removing a PCI card” on page 37 and follow those instructions to remove the RAID controller from the riser card assembly. 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 control...

e. The temperature of the battery card assembly is generally 15–20 degrees higher than the ambient temperature during fast charge. Therefore, to complete fast charge cycle, the ambient temperatureshould be less than 45 degrees. If the ambient temperature exceeds 45 degrees, the fast chargecycle will...

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 65. Installing the ThinkServer 8708EM2 RAID Adapter Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and u...

9. For the mini SAS signal cable attached to port 0-3 on the RAID controller, connect the other end to the mini SAS signal cable connector 1 ( 2 ) on the backplane of your server. For the mini SAS signal cable attached to port 4-7 on the RAID controller, connect the other end to the mini SAS signal ...

Top view The figure below shows the top view of the battery card assembly. Figure 39. Top view of the battery card assembly 1 battery pack harness Bottom view The figure below shows the bottom view of the battery card assembly. Figure 40. Bottom view of the battery card assembly 1 J4 battery pack ha...

Attention: • Electrostatic discharge can damage the battery card assembly and the 8708EM2 RAID adapter on which the battery card assembly is installed. Always ground yourself and use a ground strap beforetouching the battery card assembly or the 8708EM2 RAID adapter. Perform the installation procedu...

Removing or installing the Ethernet card This section provides instructions on how to remove or install the Ethernet card. Removing the Ethernet card Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on pag...

On Linux operating systems, you do not need to install any device driver for the Ethernet card; on Windowsoperating systems, you need to install the device driver for the Ethernet card. To install the device driveron Windows operating systems, do the following: 1. Save any open documents and exit al...

3. Slide the microprocessor fan duct a little bit backward to release the three plastic tabs from the chassis. Then, lift the microprocessor fan duct out of the chassis. Figure 42. Removing the microprocessor fan duct 4. To install the microprocessor fan duct, see Installing the microprocessor fan d...

This section provides instructions on how to remove the power supply. When you remove a power supply, observe the following precautions. CAUTION:Hazardous moving parts are nearby. Statement 8 CAUTION:Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. Hazardou...

What to do next: • To install a new power supply, see “Installing the power supply” on page 54. • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. Installing the power supply Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Safety i...

1. Press the tab 1 on the bezel that covers the bay of the power supply and insert a finger into the hole 2 in the middle of the bezel. Then, pull the bezel out to remove it. Figure 44. Removing the bay bezel for the power supply 2. Slide the power supply into the chassis until it snaps into positio...

7. If you are instructed to return the system fans, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping. 8. To install new system fans, see Installing the system fans. Installing the system fans Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any rep...

6. Connect the system fan cables to the system board. For system fan connectors on the system board, see Locating other connectors on the system board. Figure 47. Installing the system fans 7. Secure the system fan cables to their corresponding clips. What to do next: • To work with another piece of...

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. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 19. 3. Remove the microproces...

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 65. Removing or installing the microprocessor This section provides instructions on how to remove or install the microprocessor. ...

5. Lift the small handle and open the retainer to access the microprocessor. Then, carefully lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the socket, and place it on a static-protective surface. Note: Touch only the edges of the microprocessor. Figure 50. Removing the microprocessor 6. If you are ...

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 53. Removing the microprocessor socket cover 8. Remove the new microprocessor from the protective cover that protects the gol...

9. Hold the new microprocessor by the edges and align the notches 1 on it with the tabs 2 in the microprocessor socket. Then, install the microprocessor into the socket. Figure 55. Installing the microprocessor What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section....

Statement 5 CAUTION:The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn offthe electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one powercord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disc...

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, s...

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 logoscreen....

Table 25. Items under the Chipset menu Item Sub-item Option Description QPI Frequency [Auto] / 4.800GT / 5.866GT/ 6.400GT Standard transferring rateof the QPI bus. QPI L0s and L1 Disabled / [Enabled] Enable or disable the QPIL0s and L1. Memory Frequency [Auto] / Force DDR-800 /Force DDR-1066 / Force...

• Not be a common word or a common name • Be significantly different from your previous passwords Setting, changing, or deleting a password This section provides instructions on how to set, change, or delete a password. To set, change, or delete a password, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utili...

Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup program The ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD simplifies the process of configuring your RAID controllers and installing an operating system. The program works in conjunction with your Windows or Linux operating-systeminstallation disc to automate the process of installin...

You will then see one or more reminders about configuring storage devices, and then you will be presentedwith the Lenovo License Agreement. Read the license agreement carefully. You must agree with terms inorder to continue. After agreeing to the license agreement, you will be given the following ch...

• Installation settings: This task prompts you for user and system settings, the operating system product key, and the administrator password. • Network settings: This task prompts you for domain and workgroup settings, Ethernet controller type, IP address settings, DNS settings, and WINS address se...

Table 28. Items on the Global Properties window Item Description Pause When Boot Alert Displayed Indicates stop the boot or not when the alert occursduring the boot. The current property can be changedby pressing + or -. The option No indicates that you can continue to boot when the alert occurs. Th...

SAS RAID settings In the Adapter Properties window, select RAID Properties and press Enter. The main window for SAS RAID setup is displayed. The following list describes the items in the main window for SAS RAID setup: • Create IM Volume: create RAID 1 including two hard disk drives to reserve data....

To delete a RAID array (RAID 1), do the following: 1. Select RAID Properties in the Adapter Properties window and press Enter to access the SAS RAID configuration main window and view the array information. 2. Select Manage Array in the View Array window. Then, the Manage Array window opens. 3. Sele...

To update your system, do the following: 1. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2. Click Download & Drivers ➙ ThinkServer and then follow the instructions on the Web page to download the ISO image for the EasyUpdate Firmware Updater program. 3. Burn the ISO image to a disc. 4. Set the optical d...

Chapter 7. Troubleshooting This chapter describes the diagnostic tools that are available to help you solve problems that might occur inthe server. If you cannot diagnose and correct a problem by using the information in this chapter, see Appendix B“Getting help and technical assistance” on page 103...

Symptom Action The DVD drive tray is notworking. 1. Make sure that the server is turned on. 2. Insert the end of a straightened paper clip into the manual tray-release opening. 3. Reseat the DVD drive. 4. Replace the DVD drive. General problems • Follow the suggested actions in the order in which th...

Symptom Action A problem occurs onlyoccasionally and is difficult todiagnose. 1. Make sure that: • All cables and cords are connected securely to the rear of the server and attached devices. • When the server is turned on, air is flowing from the fan grille. If there is no airflow, the fan is not wo...

• 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 traine...

Symptom Action The server emits a continuousbeep during the POST,indicating that the startup(boot) microprocessor is notworking correctly. 1. Make sure that the server supports all the microprocessors and that the microprocessors match in speed and cache size. 2. (Trained service technician only) Re...

Symptom Action The monitor has screenjitter, or the screen image iswavy, unreadable, rolling, ordistorted. 1. If the monitor self-tests show that the monitor is working correctly, consider the location of the monitor. Magnetic fields around other devices (such astransformers, appliances, fluorescent...

Symptom Action A Lenovo optional device thatused to work does not worknow. 1. Make sure that all of the hardware and cable connections for the device are secure. 2. If the device comes with test instructions, use those instructions to test the device. 3. If the failing device is an SCSI device, make...

Symptom Action The power-control button doesnot work (the server does notstart). Note: The power-control button will not function until3 minutes after the server hasbeen connected to ac power. 1. Make sure that the power-control button is working correctly: a. Disconnect the server power cords. b. R...

• 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 traine...

Universal Serial Bus (USB) port 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 com...

– If you directly connect two servers (without a hub), or if you are not using a hub with X ports, use a crossover cable. To determine whether a hub has an X port, check the port label. If the label containsan X, the hub has an X port. • Determine whether the hub supports auto-negotiation. If it doe...

• Power cord • ServeRAID SAS adapter • System board assembly 4. Turn on the server. If the problem remains, suspect the following components in the following order: a. Power supply b. Power-supply cage c. Memory d. Microprocessor e. System board If the problem is solved when you remove an adapter fr...

System event log The system-event log contains messages of three types: Information Information messages do not require action; they record significant system-level events,such as when the server is started. Warning Warning messages do not require immediate action; they indicate possible problems, s...

Appendix A. RAID battery card assembly Specifications The following table provides specifications of the RAID battery card assembly. Battery technology LiON Battery operating temperature (ambient) 10 to 45°C (50 to 113°F) Humidity (storage and operating) 20%-80% (non-condensing) Battery storage temp...

Appendix B. Getting help and technical assistance If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about Lenovo products, youwill find a wide variety of sources available from Lenovo to assist you. This section contains informationabout where to go for additional info...

If possible, be at your computer when you call. Have the following information available: • Machine type and model • Serial numbers of our hardware products • Description of the problem • Exact wording of any error messages • Hardware and software configuration information Using other services If yo...

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set forth in this document, you must implement practices that maintain particulate and gas levels that areconsistent with the protection of human health and safety. If Lenovo determines that the levels of particulatesor gases in your environment have caused damage to the server, Lenovo may condition...

recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1...

Index A assistance, getting 103 attention notices 1 availability 7 B backplane locating connectors 16 basic guidelines 17 bays 6 C cables rear connectors 65 caution statements 1 configuration 66 Ethernet controller 84 minimum 97 updating server 69 Configuration Utility program Add-on SAS RAID contro...

Safety information Note: Before using the product, be sure to read and understand the multilingual safety instructions on the documentation DVD that comes with the product. Antes de usar o produto, leia e entenda as instruções de segurança multilíngues no DVD de documentaçãoque o acompanha. Преди да...

Przed skorzystaniem z produktu należy zapoznać się z wielojęzycznymi instrukcjami bezpieczeństwaznajdującymi się na płycie DVD z dokumentacją dostarczoną wraz z produktem. Antes de utilizar o produto, leia atentamente as instruções de segurança multilingues que constam noDVD de documentação fornecid...

Statement 16 CAUTION:To reduce the risk of electric shock or energy hazards: • This equipment must be installed by trained service personnel in a restricted-access location, as defined by your local electrical code and the latest edition of IEC 60950. • Connect the equipment to a reliably earthed sa...

Chapter 1. General information This chapter provides some general information about your server. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Introduction” on page 1 • “Server documentation” on page 1 Introduction This User Guide is for your Lenovo® ThinkServer® RD240 server (machine types 1045, 1...

Printed documents The following documents are printed out and included in your server package. • Read Me First This is a multilingual document you should read first. This document guides you to read the completewarranty, support, and safety information on the documentation DVD that comes with your s...

• Remote Management User Guide This document provides information about server remote management. This document is in English only. • MegaRAID SAS Software User Guide This document provides information about Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) and how touse the utility programs to configure,...

Chapter 2. Server setup road map This chapter provides a general road map to guide you through setting up your server. The server setup procedure varies depending on the configuration of the server when it was delivered. Insome cases, the server is fully configured and you just need to connect the s...

Chapter 3. Features and technologies What is included with your server The RD240 server package includes the server, a power cord, documentation, the documentation DVD, andsoftware media. Features The RD240 server offers the following features and technologies: • Microprocessor(s): The server suppor...

Table 2. Features and specifications (continued) sound-power level, in bels, for arandom sample of system. 3. There is no keyboard connector or mouse connector on theserver. You can connect a USBkeyboard and USB mouse tothe server by using the USBconnectors. Software programs Lenovo provides softwar...

4 USB connectors (1 and 2) 9 Ethernet connector 2 (share with MGMT) 5 VGA monitor connector 10 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 ...

Locating server components The following illustration shows the locations of the major components in your server. Figure 4. Server component locations 1 System fans 6 Front control panel (see “Front control panel” on page 12) 2 Riser card assembly 7 Optical drive (depending on the model) 3 Microproc...

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 1 Memory slot (CPU1 DIMM CHC0) 14 SATA connector 1 2 Memory slot (CPU1 DIMM CHB0) 15 SATA connector 2 3 Memory slot (CPU1 DIMM CHA0) ...

Locating connectors on the backplane The following illustration shows the connector locations on the backplane. Figure 7. Backplane connector locations 1 Mini SAS signal connector 2 2 Power connector 3 Mini SAS signal connector 1 18 ThinkServer User Guide

Chapter 5. Installing, removing, or replacing hardware This chapter provides instructions on how to install, remove, or replace hardware for your server. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Guidelines” on page 19 • “Removing the server cover” on page 21 • “Installing, removing, or replaci...

• You do not have to turn off the server to install or replace hot-swap fans, redundant hot-swap ac power supplies, or hot-plug USB devices. However, you must turn off the server before performing any steps thatinvolve installing, removing, or replacing adapter cables or non-hot-swap optional device...

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 tohalt, which might result in the loss of data. To avoid this potential problem, always use an electrostatic-discharge wriststr...

4. Loosen the thumbscrew in the rear of the server cover 1 . Then, slide the server cover to the rear until you can lift it up to completely remove it from the chassis 2 . Notes: a. The thumbscrew is securely installed and you need to use a tool, such as a screwdriver, to loosen it. b. The thumbscre...

Memory module installation rules Your server has eight memory slots for installing or replacing DDR3 SDRAM DIMMs that provide up to amaximum of 64 GB of system memory. The following tables provide information about the memory module installation rules that you shouldconsider when installing a memory...

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 thememory module into a mem...

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. Re...

• The EMI integrity and cooling of the server are protected by having all bays, PCI slots, and PCI Express slots covered or occupied. When you install a drive, PCI card, or PCI Express card, save the EMCshield and filler panel from the bay, PCI card slot, or PCI Express card slot in the event that y...

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 rep...

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 instr...

Statement 3 CAUTION:When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) areinstalled, 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 ins...

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-pro...

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 ...

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. Reinstall the drive access panel an...

1. Press the blue latch to open the hard disk drive tray 1 and rotate the handle of the hard disk drive tray assembly to the open position 2 ). Then, grasp the handle and pull the hard disk drive tray assembly out of the bay 3 . Figure 24. Removing the hard disk drive tray assembly 2. Remove the fou...

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 1 , and then slightly press the handle to lock the tray into place 2 . Figure 25. Installing the hard disk drive tray ...

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 1 , press the retaining latch to release the riser card assembly from the latch. Then, care...

This section provides instructions on how to install the riser card assembly. The riser card assembly mighthave 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 addi...

Installing a PCI card 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 a PCI card. Notes: • Depending on the server model, your server might...

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 1 until it is securely seated. Then install the screw 2 to secure the PCI card. Figure 29. Installing a PCI card into the PCI card slot 2 on the riser card assembly Note:...

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 f...

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. • To work with another piece of h...

1. Hold the system board battery 1 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: • To work with ...

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, follo...

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 1 Ports 0-3 2 Ports 4-7 a. For one mini SAS signal cable, connect one end to the ports 0-3 on the RAID cont...

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 (hereaft...

the fast charge cycle will terminate prematurely, thus preventing the battery card assembly fromreaching 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 ...

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 2 is for RAID cards only. For more information about the PCI card slots, see “Installing a P...

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 refer...

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 damagethe battery card assembly. • The battery in the battery card assembly must recharge for at least s...

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 2 on the backplane. b. For the...

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. 6. If you are instructed to return the ...

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 pa...

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 downto install the duct in pl...

1. Press the tab 1 of the power supply and pull the handle 2 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....

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 labelattached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem...

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 i...

6. For each system fan, press it downward while holding the buckle 1 . Then, carefully lift the system fan straight up to remove it out of the chassis 2 . Note: Mind the system fan cables. Remove the cables from any clip before removing the system fans. Figure 55. Removing the system fans 7. If you ...

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. Remove the server cover. See Removing the server...

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. Turn off ...

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 sinkwith the corresponding holes in the system board. Install the four screws following the numerica...

CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the server and wait three to five minutesto 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...

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 gol...

9. Hold the new microprocessor by the edges and align the notches 1 on it with the tabs 2 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....

Statement 5 CAUTION:The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn offthe electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one powercord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disc...

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, s...

• 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....

Table 24. Items under the Chipset menu Item Sub-item Option Description QPI Frequency [Auto] / 4.800GT / 5.866GT/ 6.400GT Standard transferring rateof the QPI bus. QPI L0s and L1 Disabled / [Enabled] Enable or disable the QPIL0s and L1. Memory Frequency [Auto] / Force DDR-800 /Force DDR-1066 / Force...

• Not be a common word or a common name • Be significantly different from your previous passwords Setting, changing, or deleting a password This section provides instructions on how to set, change, or delete a password. To set, change, or delete a password, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utili...

Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup program The ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD simplifies the process of configuring your RAID controllers and installing an operating system. The program works in conjunction with your Windows or Linux operating-systeminstallation disc to automate the process of installin...

You will then see one or more reminders about configuring storage devices, and then you will be presentedwith the Lenovo License Agreement. Read the license agreement carefully. You must agree with terms inorder to continue. After agreeing to the license agreement, you will be given the following ch...

• Installation settings: This task prompts you for user and system settings, the operating system product key, and the administrator password. • Network settings: This task prompts you for domain and workgroup settings, Ethernet controller type, IP address settings, DNS settings, and WINS address se...

1 J51 (for connecting the SGPIO connector of the mini SAS cable) 3 SAS connectors (top: SAS 3; bottom: SAS 2) 2 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 SASconnector 4 to the mini SAS connector on the b...

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 enabledor disabled Boot Order Indicating the boot sequence. You can change thesequence by pressing + or -. You can press Alt+N to...

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 BIOSand the driver on the operating syst...

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. When prompted, select M to set the first hard disk drive as the primary hard disk dri...

Updating the firmware The firmware in the server is periodically updated and is available for download on the Lenovo Support Website. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support to check for the latest level of firmware, such as the BIOSROM file, BMC FW and RAID FW files. When you replace a device in the se...

Chapter 7. Troubleshooting This chapter describes the diagnostic tools that are available to help you solve problems that might occur inthe server. If you cannot diagnose and correct a problem by using the information in this chapter, see Appendix B“Getting information, help, and service” on page 10...

Symptom Action 3. Replace the DVD drive. The DVD drive tray is notworking. 1. Make sure that the server is turned on. 2. Insert the end of a straightened paper clip into the manual tray-release opening. 3. Reseat the DVD drive. 4. Replace the DVD drive. General problems • Follow the suggested action...

Symptom Action A problem occurs onlyoccasionally and is difficult todiagnose. 1. Make sure that: • All cables and cords are connected securely to the rear of the server and attached devices. • When the server is turned on, air is flowing from the fan grille. If there is no airflow, the fan is not wo...

• 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 traine...

Symptom Action The server emits a continuousbeep during the POST,indicating that the startup(boot) microprocessor is notworking correctly. 1. Make sure that the server supports all the microprocessors and that the microprocessors match in speed and cache size. 2. (Trained service technician only) Re...

Symptom Action The monitor has screenjitter, or the screen image iswavy, unreadable, rolling, ordistorted. 1. If the monitor self-tests show that the monitor is working correctly, consider the location of the monitor. Magnetic fields around other devices (such astransformers, appliances, fluorescent...

Symptom Action 3. Replace the device that you just installed. A Lenovo optional device thatused to work does not worknow. 1. Make sure that all of the hardware and cable connections for the device are secure. 2. If the device comes with test instructions, use those instructions to test the device. 3...

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 powersupply supports. 6. See “Solving undetermined problems” on page 102. The server does not turn off. 1. Determine whether you are...

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 repla...

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 “Solvingundetermined problems” on page 102 for the minimum configuration). 4. Reconnect all ac power co...

Check the LEDs on all the power supplies. If the LEDs indicate that the power supplies are workingcorrectly, do the following: 1. Turn off the server. 2. Make sure that the server is cabled correctly. 3. Remove or disconnect the following devices, one at a time, until you find the failure. Turn on t...

Messages are listed on the left side of the screen, and details about the selected message are displayed onthe 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 a...

Appendix A. RAID battery card assembly Specifications The following table provides specifications of the RAID battery card assembly. Battery technology LiON Battery operating temperature (ambient) 10 to 40°C (50 to 104°F) (ThinkServer 8708ELP SAS RAIDController Battery and ThinkServer 8708EM2 SAS RA...

Appendix B. Getting information, help, and service This chapter contains information about help, service, and technical assistance for products manufacturedby Lenovo and where to go for additional information about Lenovo and Lenovo products. Information resources You can use the information in this...

• Drivers and software • Diagnostic solutions • Product and service warranty • Product and parts details • User guides and manuals • Knowledge base and frequently asked questions Help and service This topic contains information about obtaining help and service. Before you call Before you call, do th...

The warranty does not cover the following:• Replacement or use of parts not manufactured for or by Lenovo or non-warranted Lenovo parts• Identification of software problem sources• Configuration of the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade• Changes, ...

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Particulate contamination Attention: Airborne particulates (including metal flakes or particles) and reactive gases acting alone or in combination with other environmental factors such as humidity or temperature might pose a risk to theserver that is described in this document. Risks that are posed ...

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Index A availability 9 B backplane locating connectors 18 basic guidelines 19 bays 8 C cables rear connectors 71 configuration 72 Ethernet controller 91 minimum 103 updating server 75 Configuration Utility program Add-on SAS RAID controller 75 LSI onboard SAS controller 75 connector cables 71 connec...