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Statement 13 CAUTION:Make sure that the rack is secured properly to avoid tipping when the server unit is extended. Statement 14 CAUTION:Some accessory or option board outputs exceed Class 2 or limited power source limits and must beinstalled with appropriate interconnecting cabling in accordance wi...

Statement 18 CAUTION:Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted devices. Statement 19 CAUTION:Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. Statement 20 CAUTION:The battery is a lithium ion battery. To avoid possible explosion, do not burn the battery. Exchange itonly with the ...

RoHS compliant ThinkServer™ TD230 parts have unique FRU part numbers. Before or after June 2006, failedRoHS compliant parts must always be replaced using RoHS compliant FRUs, so only the FRUs identified ascompliant in the system Hardware Maintenance Manual or direct substitutions for those FRUs can ...

Chapter 2. General information This chapter provides some general information about your server. Features and specifications The following table provides information about the features and specifications of the server. Dependingon the server model, some features might not be available, or some speci...

Table 1. Features and specifications (continued) • ThinkServer RAID 500 Adapter (9240-8i) • ThinkServer 8708EM2 RAID Adapter Integrated functions: • Ethernet controllers (The server comes with two integrated Gigabit Ethernet controllers, which supportconnection to 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbpsnetw...

Chapter 3. Diagnostics 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 163 for...

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 24. 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 24 for the minimum configuration). 4. Reconnect all ac power cor...

progress code can be customized to fit the data width. The higher the data bit, the higher the granularityof information that can be sent on the progress port. The progress codes may be reported by the systemBIOS or option ROMs. The response has three types: • Minor: The message displays on the scre...

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 Figure 1 “Front view of the server” on page 27 shows the LEDs and parts on the front of the server. Figu...

Table 2. Meanings of the status LEDs on the front panel (continued) LED State Color Description On Green The server is linked to a local area network (LAN). Blinking Green The LAN is active and data is being transferred. Ethernet statusLED Off Off The server is not linked to a LAN. On Green The syst...

Figure 4. Rear view of the server 1 Power cord connector 5 PCI card zone 2 Serial port 6 Ethernet connector 2 3 VGA monitor connector 7 Ethernet connector 1 4 USB connectors (4) 8 Front door key (cut the plastic clip to get the key) Hot-swap hard disk drive status LEDs For server models with hot-swa...

Table 3. Hot-swap hard disk drive status LEDs Hot-swap hard disk drive status LED State Description On The hot-swap hard disk drive is present. 1 Hot-swap hard disk drive present LED Off The hot-swap hard disk drive is not present. On The hot-swap hard disk drive is active. 2 Hot-swap hard disk driv...

Figure 6. Server component locations (side view without the server cover) 1 Power supply assembly 9 Onboard ICH10R SATA RAID controller 2 Memory slots for microprocessor 1 (some slots might with installed memory modules) 10 PCI Express x4 slot 3 Optical drive 11 PCI card slot 4 Hard disk drive zone*...

16 Memory slot (CPU2 DIMM CHE2) 33 System board battery 17 Memory slot (CPU2 DIMM CHE1) 34 System fan 3 connector Locating diagnostic LEDs on the system board There are several diagnostic LEDs on the system board to help you diagnose specific problems. Figure8 “Diagnostic LEDs on the system board” o...

Note: Before clearing the CMOS, turn off the server and disconnect the power cord. Move the jumper from pins 1-2 to pins 2-3. Wait more than five minutes; then, move the jumper back to the normal position (pins1-2 is short circuited) to clear CMOS. Locating connectors on the hot-swap hard disk drive...

Chapter 5. Replacing FRUs This chapter provides detailed instructions for replacing FRUs in the server. FRU replacements are to be done only by trained service technicians. This chapter does not contain the remove or replace procedure for all FRUs. Only the major FRUs aredocumented. Guidelines This ...

• To view the error LEDs on the system board and internal components, leave the server connected to power. • 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 perform...

4. Remove the cover. 5. Check for any obvious non-Lenovo alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any non-Lenovo alterations. 6. Check inside the server for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as metal filings, contamination, water or other liquid, or signs of fire or smoke damage. 7. Chec...

Removing the server cover Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that came with your product, and “Guidelines” on page 39. To obtain a copy of the p...

4. Loosen the two thumbscrews attached on the rear of the server cover and then slide the server cover to the rear. Notes: a. The two thumbscrews are securely installed and you need to use a tool, for example a screw driver, to loosen the thumbscrews. b. The two thumbscrews are integrated parts of t...

5. Pivot the server cover outward to completely remove it. Figure 12. Removing the server cover To reinstall the server cover, see “Installing the server cover” on page 122. Removing and reinstalling the front bezel Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understa...

3. Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs 1 on the left side and pulling the front bezel outward. Figure 13. Removing the front bezel 4. To reinstall the front bezel, align the other three plastic tabs on the right side of the front bezel with the corresponding holes in the chass...

3. To unlock the side door, remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 43. Then, rotate the plastic latch of the side door to the open position. Reinstall the server cover. See “Installingthe server cover” on page 122. The side door is unlocked and you can open the side door by...

Table 6. Memory module installation rules CPU DIMM CPU1 DIMM CHA2 CPU1 DIMM CHA1 CPU1 DIMM CHB2 CPU1 DIMM CHB1 CPU2 DIMM CHD2 CPU2 DIMM CHD1 CPU2 DIMM CHE2 CPU2 DIMM CHE1 OneDIMM X TwoDIMMs* X, 1 X, 2 CPU 1 FourDIMMs X, 3 X, 1 X, 4 X, 2 TwoDIMMs X, 1 X, 2 FourDIMMs* X, 1 X, 3 X, 2 X, 4 SixDIMMs X, 5...

4. Open the retaining clips of the memory slot into which you want to install the memory module. Figure 17. Opening the retaining clips of the memory slot 5. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new memory module to any unpainted metal surface on the outside of the server. Then, rem...

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 43. 3. Locate the memory slot...

Removing the optical drive Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that came with your product, and “Guidelines” on page 39. To obtain a copy of the ...

6. Remove the optical drive retainers from both sides of the old optical drive and save them to use when you install a new optical drive. Figure 21. Removing the optical drive retainers 7. If you are instructed to return the removed optical drive to the manufacturer, follow all packaging instruction...

DANGER Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following. Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with opticalinstruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam. Class 1 Laser ProductLaser Klasse 1Laser Klass 1Luokan 1 La...

7. Slide the new optical drive into the drive bay until it snaps into position. Figure 23. Installing the optical drive 8. Connect one end of the signal cable 2 to the rear of the new optical drive and the other end to an available SATA connector (SATA connector 5 recommended) on the system board. S...

Removing a hot-swap hard disk drive Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that came with your product, and “Guidelines” on page 39. To obtain a cop...

2. Locate the hot-swap hard disk drive you want to remove. Then, press the blue release button 1 and rotate the handle of the hard disk drive bracket to the open position. Figure 26. Opening the handle of the hot-swap hard disk drive bracket 58 ThinkServer TD230 Hardware Maintenance Manual

4. Remove the four screws that secure the hard disk drive and then remove the hard disk drive from the bracket. Figure 28. Removing the hot-swap hard disk drive 5. If you are instructed to return the removed hot-swap hard disk drive to the manufacturer, follow all packaging instructions and use any ...

2. Locate a hot-swap hard disk drive bay that you want to install the drive. Then, press the blue release button 1 and rotate the handle of the hard disk drive bracket to the open position. Figure 30. Opening the handle of the hot-swap hard disk drive bracket 62 ThinkServer TD230 Hardware Maintenanc...

3. Grasp the handle 1 and pull the hard disk drive bracket out of the drive bay. Figure 31. Removing the hot-swap hard disk drive bracket 4. Remove the plastic drive bay filler and save it for future use. Note: The EMI integrity and cooling of the server are protected by having all drive bays and PC...

8. Press the handle 1 to rotate it to the closed position until the blue release button snaps into place and the bracket with the hard disk drive is securely locked in the drive bay. Figure 34. Locking the hot-swap hard disk drive in the drive bay 9. Check the hard disk drive status LEDs to make sur...

3. Locate the non-hot-swap hard disk drive you want to remove and disconnect the power cable and the signal cable from the hard disk drive. Then, pull the handle of the hard disk drive bracket to slide thebracket with the hard disk drive out of the drive bay. Figure 36. Disconnecting cables and slid...

• If the non-hot-swap hard disk drive is secured in the bracket by screws, remove the four screws and then remove the hard disk drive from the bracket. Figure 37. Removing the screws that secure the hard disk drive • If the non-hot-swap hard disk drive is secured in the bracket by retainers, remove ...

3. Locate a non-hot-swap hard disk drive bay that you want to install the drive. Then, pull the handle of the hard disk drive bracket to slide the bracket out of the drive bay. Figure 40. Sliding the non-hot-swap hard disk drive bracket out 4. Remove the plastic drive bay filler and save it for futu...

• If you want to secure the hard disk drive in the bracket by screws, align the screw holes in both sides of the hard disk drive with the corresponding holes in the bracket. Then, install the four screws tosecure the hard disk drive in the bracket. Figure 41. Securing the hard disk drive in the brac...

7. Push the hard disk drive to slide the bracket with the hard disk drive into the drive bay until it snaps into position. Figure 43. Sliding the non-hot-swap hard disk drive into the bay 8. Locate an available five-wire power connector and an available signal cable connector. Then, connect the powe...

Installing a PCI card Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that came with your product, and “Guidelines” on page 39. To obtain a copy of the publi...

7. Position the new PCI card on the PCI card slot which you have removed the slot bracket in step 5 on page 73. Then, press the PCI card straight down until it is securely seated into the slot. Install thescrew to secure the PCI card in place. Figure 44. Installing a PCI card 8. Depending on the typ...

2. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 43. 3. Lay the server on its side for easier operation. 4. Locate the PCI card you want to remove. Then, depending on the type of the PCI card, you might need to disconnect any cables from the PCI card or the system board. 5. Remove...

This section provides instructions on how to install the Ethernet card and how to install the Ethernet carddriver on Windows operating systems. Use any documentation that came with the Ethernet card and followthose instructions in addition to the instructions in this section. To install the Ethernet...

5. If you are instructed to return the removed Ethernet card to the manufacturer, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping. 6. To complete the removal procedure, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 122. Installing or removin...

5. Locate the SATA key connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 33. Then, install the RAID 5 key into the SATA key connector. Figure 46. Installing the RAID 5 key What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To com...

4. Remove the RAID 5 key from the SATA key connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 33. Figure 47. Removing the RAID 5 key 5. If you are instructed to return the removed RAID 5 key to the manufacturer, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging mat...

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 43. 3. Lay the server on its ...

About the RMM3 The RMM3 is a 1.23-inch x 2.30-inch printed circuit board. Figure 50. RMM3 The RMM3 is a kind of add-on card which offers convenient, remote KVM (keyboard, video, and mouse)access and control through the LAN or Internet. It captures, digitizes, and compresses videos and transmitsthe v...

10. Remove the ribbon cable from the option package. Connect one end of the ribbon cable to the RMM3 connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 33. Then, connectthe other end of the ribbon cable to the connector on the RMM3. Figure 54. Connecting the ribbon cable...

7. To complete the removal procedure, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 122. Installing, removing, or replacing hardware devices This section provides instructions on how to install, remove, or replace hardware devices for your server.You can maintain your server by replacing the fail...

Installing the RAID card This section provides instructions on the following: • “Installing the ThinkServer RAID 500 Adapter” on page 89 • “Installing the ThinkServer 8708EM2 RAID Adapter” on page 90 Note: This section only applies to server models with hot-swap hard disk drives. Installing the Thin...

9. Connect the mini SAS signal cables (port 0 to port 3) to the corresponding SATA/SAS signal connectors (connector 0 to connector 3) on the hot-swap hard disk drive backplanes. See “Locating connectors onthe hot-swap hard disk drive backplanes” on page 37. Note: Each mini SAS signal cable might hav...

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 122. Then, refer to Chapter 7 “Configuring the server” on page 143 for information about RAID configuration. Installing the Think...

3. Hold the battery card assembly with the battery side up and the J5 board-to-board connector lining up with the J10 BBU connector 1 on the RAID card. Carefully press the battery card assembly onto the RAID card so that the two connectors are firmly joined. Then, secure the battery card assemblyto ...

Figure 61. SAS connectors on the hot-swap hard disk drive backplanes 1 SATA/SAS signal connector 2 3 SATA/SAS signal connector 0 2 SATA/SAS signal connector 3 4 SATA/SAS signal connector 1 When connecting the ThinkServer RAID 500 Adapter to the hot-swap hard disk drive backplanes using themini SAS c...

Figure 62. Mini SAS cable with four SAS connectors Note: When you are connecting the cables to the corresponding SAS connectors (0-3) on the hot-swap hard disk drive backplanes, follow the sequence indicated by the number on the label on each cable. SAS connector SAS cable label SATA/SAS connector o...

8. To install the heat sink and fan assembly, see “Installing the heat sink and fan assembly” on page 99. Installing the heat sink and fan assembly Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Informatio...

4. Touch the static-protective package that contains the heat sink and fan assembly to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, remove the heat sink and fan assembly from the package. Note: When handling the heat sink and fan assembly, do not touch the thermal grease 1 on the bottom...

5. Place the heat sink and fan assembly on the system board so that the four screws on the heat sink and fan assembly are aligned with the corresponding mounting studs on the system board. Make sure thatyou properly place the heat sink and fan assembly so that you can easily connect the heat sink an...

This section provides instructions on how to remove a front fan. DANGER Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. To remove a front fan, 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...

6. The front fan is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts 1 . Remove the front fan by cutting the rubber mounts and gently pulling the front fan out of the chassis. Figure 69. Removing the front fan 7. Reinstall all hard disk drives. See “Installing a hot-swap hard disk drive” on page 60 or ...

DANGER Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. To install a front fan, 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...

4. Install the front fan by aligning the four rubber mounts with the corresponding holes in the chassis, and then push the rubber mounts through the holes. Notes: a. The new front fan will have four new rubber mounts attached. b. If two microprocessors are installed in your server, you can install t...

Removing the rear fan Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that came with your product, and “Guidelines” on page 39. To obtain a copy of the publi...

5. The rear fan is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts. Remove the rear fan by cutting the rubber mounts and gently pulling the rear fan out of the chassis. Figure 71. Removing the rear fan 6. If you are instructed to return the removed rear fan to the manufacturer, follow all packaging in...

DANGER Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. To install the rear fan, 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 connecte...

3. Place the rear fan on the chassis so that the four rubber mounts are aligned with the corresponding holes in the chassis. Then, push the rubber mounts through the holes. Notes: a. The new rear fan will have four new rubber mounts attached. b. You might also need to pull the rubber mounts through ...

Removing the microprocessor Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that came with your product, and “Guidelines” on page 39. To obtain a copy of the...

Installing the microprocessor Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that came with your product, and “Guidelines” on page 39. To obtain a copy of t...

6. Slightly press the retainer of the microprocessor socket to open it. Figure 75. Opening the retainer 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 76. Removing the micr...

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 77. Installing the microprocessor Replacing the system board battery Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repa...

• Heat to more than 100° C (212° F) • Repair or disassemble To replace the system board battery, 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 connect...

Installing the system board Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that came with your product, and “Guidelines” on page 39. To obtain a copy of the...

Replacing the power supply assembly Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that came with your product, and “Guidelines” on page 39. To obtain a cop...

9. Install the four screws to secure the new power supply assembly and install the metal clip to hold the new power supply assembly in place. Then, install the screw to secure the metal clip. Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. Figure 84. Installing the power supply assembly Chapter 5 . Replac...

10. Properly route the power cables through the holes 1 in the chassis and connect the power cables to all drives, PCI card(s) if necessary, and the system board. Then, secure the power cables to the chassiswith cable clips or ties, if necessary. Figure 85. Holes in the chassis for cable routing 11....

Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, install the server cover before turning on the server. Operating the server for extended periods of time (more than 30 minutes) with the cover removed might damageserver components. To install the server cover, do the following: 1. Make sure that all cables...

If the server has an optional RAID controller and you have installed or removed a hard disk drive, see thedocumentation that comes with the RAID controller for information about reconfiguring the disk arrays. Turning off the server When you turn off the server and leave it connected to ac power, the...

Chapter 6. Parts listing, TD230 Types 1027, 1029, 1039, and1040 The following replaceable components are available for the ThinkServer TD230 Types 1027, 1029, 1039, and1040 servers. To check for an updated parts listing on the Web, do the following: 1. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2. In the ...

• Optional-service customer replaceable unit: You may install an optional-service CRU yourself or request Lenovo to install it, at no additional charge, under the type of warranty service that is designatedfor your server. • Field replaceable unit (FRU): FRUs must be installed only by trained servic...

Table 10. Parts listing, Type 1040 (continued) Index Description CRU partnumber(Tier 1) CRU partnumber(Tier 2) FRU partnumber Lenovo RDX 160 GB cartridge (models CTO) 67Y1421 Lenovo RDX 320 GB cartridge (models CTO) 67Y1422 Lenovo RDX 500 GB cartridge (models CTO) 67Y1423 Documentation DVD (models C...

Chapter 7. Configuring the server The following configuration programs come with the server: • Setup Utility program The Setup Utility program is part of the server firmware. You can use the Setup Utility program to viewyour server configuration, change the startup device sequence, set the date and ...

• View, set, and change settings for power-management features • View and clear error logs • 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 o...

Table 28. Items under the Server Management menu (continued) Item Option Description FRB-2 Enable [Disabled] / Enabled OS Boot Watchdog Timer [Disabled] / Enabled OS Boot Watchdog Timer Policy [power off] Default. Cannot be modified. OS Boot Watchdog Timer Timeout [10 minutes] Default. Cannot be mod...

Password considerations A password can be any combination of up to 7 (1 to 7) alphabetic and numeric characters. For securityreasons, it is recommended to use a strong password that cannot be easily compromised. To set a strongpassword, use the following guidelines: Note: The Setup Utility program p...

Table 30. RAID utilities (continued) RAID configuration utility Description Location Where to find more information configured Lenovoservers. INTEL ESRT2 SATAsoftware RAIDConfiguration Utilityprogram INTEL ESRT2 SATAsoftware RAID Press Ctrl+E to start “Configuring the onboardSATA software RAID” onpa...

Before you use the EasyStartup DVD Functionality and supported operating systems can vary with different versions of the EasyStartup program.To learn more about the version you have, do the following: 1. Insert the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD and restart the server. 2. Advance to the Home screen. 3....

Configuring RAID The RAID configuration feature that is part of the EasyStartup program enables you to view and change RAIDsettings for supported RAID controllers. Through this feature, you have the ability to configure each installedcontroller. The program automatically detects the number of discs ...

Figure 86. SATA connectors on the system board and SATA/SAS connectors on the hot-swap hard disk drive backplanes Notes: 1. The following table shows the sequence to follow when you are connecting the hot-swap hard disk drive backplanes to the system board using the SATA cable(s). SATA/SAS connector...

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...

Appendix A. RAID battery card assembly Specifications The following table provides specifications of the ThinkServer 8708EM2 RAID Battery. Battery technology LiON Battery operating temperature (ambient) 10 to 40°C (50 to 104°F) Humidity (storage and operating) 20%-80% (non-condensing) (ThinkServer 8...

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...

• Problem determination - Trained personnel are available to assist you with determining a hardware problem and deciding what action is necessary to fix the problem. • Hardware repair - If the problem is caused by hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applic...

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the server AC power cord from the wall outlet. Make sure the AC power cord is unplugged before youopen the chassis to add or remove the Remote Management Module. • Hazardous conditions, devices and cables: Hazardous electrical conditions may be present on power, telephone, and communication cables. ...

Chapter 2. Remote Management Module overview This section gives you an overview of the Remote Management Module and highlights significant benefits ofits features. The Remote Management Module is a 1.23-inch x 2.30-inch printed circuit board. When installed ontothe Remote Management Module connector...

Chapter 3. Configuring the remote management module This chapter describes how to use the Setup Utility program to configure the remote management modulefrom the un-configured status to the running status. It is recommended that you manually set a static IPaddress in the Setup Utility program. To se...

Chapter 4. Getting started with Remote Management Module The Remote Management Module features an embedded web server and applications offering a variety ofstandardized interfaces. This section describes both the interfaces and how to use them. The interfaces areaccessed using TCP/IP protocol. Befor...

After the initial log in, System Administrators may change passwords, create new users, and have full controlover access to the Remote Management Module. Navigation After successful login to the Remote Management Module module, the Remote Management Modulehome page is displayed. The top horizontal t...

Button Features LOGOUT Click this button to end the current Web Console session.Note that a remote console (KVM) window, if active, willbe closed when you log out. After logging out, the WebConsole will return to the Login screen. REFRESH Click this button to refresh the current web page, includinga...

Chapter 5. Remote Console (KVM) operation The Remote Console is the redirected screen, keyboard and mouse of the remote host system where theRemote Management Module is installed. To use the Remote Console window of your managed hostsystem, the browser must include a Java* Runtime Environment plug-i...

2. Once started, you will see two mouse cursors moving diagonally across the screen (starting at 0, 0 location). The local mouse cursor is displayed in RED color to differentiate between the two mousecursors. 3. Depending upon the difference in acceleration settings on both ends, mouse cursors may e...

The virtual devices act just like any other CDROM or floppy on the remote system. They can be read, written(assuming they are not read-only), and booted. The pair of virtual devices only appear on the remoteoperating system or BIOS setup menus when some media redirection is active. The virtual devic...

Chapter 6. Remote Management Module Web Console options This chapter gives you a detailed description of each Web Console page. It is organized in sectionscorresponding to the four tabs in the horizontal menu. Within each section, each menu choice from theleft-hand menu is illustrated and described ...

Option Task Description Sensor selection pull-down box Select the type of sensor readings to display in the list.The default is to see all sensors. Sensor Readings list Selected sensors shown with their name, status, andreadings. Show Thresholds button Click it to expand the list, showing low and hi...

Option Task Description LAN Channel number drop-down box It lists the LAN Channel(s) available for servermanagement. The LAN channels describe the physicalNIC connection on the server. Remote ManagementModule channel is the add-in Remote ManagementModule NIC. The Baseboard Mgmt channel (BMC LAN Chan...

Option Task Enable LDAP Authentication Check this box to enable LDAP authentication, then enterthe required information to access the LDAP server. Port Specify the LDAP Port. IP Address The IP address of LDAP server Notes: • IP Address made of 4 numbers should be separated by dots as in “xxx.xxx.xxx...

The Redirection Console handles mouse emulation from local window to remote screen in either of twomethods: • Absolute Mode : Select it to have the absolute position of the local mouse sent to the server. Use this mode for Windows operating systems. • Relative Mode : Select it to have the calculated...

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