Page 1 NEC Express Server Express5800 Series Express5800/T120d EXP292 User’s Guide Model Number: N8100-1957F/1958F/1959F Chapter 1 General Description Chapter 2 Preparations Chapter 3 Setup Chapter 4 Appendix 10.022.01-101.01 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
) ......................38 4.7.3 DISK Access LED ( ) ....................40 4.7.4 Optical Disk Access LED ....................40 4.7.5 LINK/ACT LED ........................40 4.7.6 LED on a hard disk drive ....................41 4.7.7 LEDs for LAN connectors ....................42 Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 4 Hot-plug Hard Disk Drive ....................... 121 1.22.1 Installation........................123 1.22.2 Removal .......................... 125 1.22.3 Replacing a hard disk drive in the RAID System ............. 126 1.23 Installing the Front Bezel ....................... 127 1.24 Applying SDR Data ........................128 Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 5 EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 Network configuration ..............145 EXPRESSBUILDER ..........................147 Features of EXPRESSBUILDER ....................147 Starting EXPRESSBUILDER ......................147 Installing Software Components ........................ 148 Turning Off the Server ..........................149 Appendix ................................150 Specifications ............................151 Interrupt Lines ............................153 Express5800/T120d 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/T120d 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 8: Trademarks
Trademarks Trademarks EXPRESSSCOPE is a registered trademark 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
The mark on the electrical and electronic products only applies to the current European Union Member States. Outside the European Union 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. Express5800/T120d 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 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/T120d 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 14: 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 15: Installation, Relocation, Storage, And Connection
If the server is off-powered but its power cord is plugged to a power source, touching an internal device, cable, or connector may cause an electric shock or a fire resulted from a short circuit. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 16: 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 17: During Operation
Do not leave the optical disk drive tray open. Dust may get in the server when the tray is open, which may result in a malfunction. In addition, bumping the open tray could cause personal injury. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 18 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 19: Warning Labels
・As some components may become very hot during system operation, give ample time to allow cooling as well as use precaution when handling internal components immediately after power down. ・Some internal components may still be operational on battery power. Refer to instruction manuals for this system as wel as options prior to maintenance. Express5800/T120d 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. Even if they are successfully installed or connected, installation of unsupported devices can cause the server to malfunction or even failure. 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 22: General Description
Verify the condition of your server's accessories. 3. Standard Features This section describes the server’s features and the server management. 4. Names and Functions of Parts This section describes the name of each part contained in this server. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 23: Introduction
Pentium 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
Important The chassis serial number plate and maintenance label is located on the server. If the serial number does not match the number on the warranty, you may not be guaranteed against failure even within the warranty period. Contact your sales representative if they do not match. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 25: Standard Features
Power redundant feature (hot swapping supported) *3  RAID System (Disk Array)  Auto rebuild feature (hot swapping supported)  BIOS password feature  The security lock that comes with Front Bezel  Redundant fan system (hot swapping supported) *4 Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 27 In 2-CPU configuration. Up to 192 GB in 1-CPU configuration When three N8154-42F 2.5-inch HDD cages are installed. 0 slot in standard configuration. When N8154-42F 2.5-inch HDD cage or N8154-44F 3.5-inch HDD cage is installed. *10: Model No. N8100-1958F and N8100-1959F. Express5800/T120d 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 feature automatically updates modules without stopping the system just by specifying the updating packages from NEC ESMPRO Manager.
Page 30: Names And Functions Of Parts
An amber light turns on if a HDD is broken, and a light flashes green and amber alternately when a HDD is being rebuilt. (RAID System only) Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 31: Front View (Without Front Bezel)
– Slim DVD-ROM drive – Slim DVD Super MULTI drive The drive provides the following: an eject button to eject the tray; an LED that indicates Hard Disk Drive access; and an eject hole for forcibly ejecting the tray Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 32: Rear View
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Rear View The illustration below shows the server with optional redundant power supply unit installed. Power module #1 Power module #2 (13)-1 (10) (11) (12) (12) (13)-2 (11) (11) Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 33 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 34: External View
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts External View (1) Side Cover Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 35: Internal View
Motherboard (11) Battery tray for RAID Controller DIMM (optional) (12) Side cover open switch (6) Processor * Processor is attached under the heat sink. -1 Processor #1 (CPU #1) -2 Processor #2 (CPU #2) (Option) Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 36: Motherboard
(18) (12) (13) (30)-1 (21) (32) (21) (12) (34) (30)-2 (21) (33) (30)-3 (21) (30)-4 (17) (12) (31) (11)-2 (33) (30)-5 (21) (21) (25) (15) (16) (11)-3 (11)-1 (26) (12) (24) (23) (14) (22) (21) (11)-0 (10) Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 37 (24) Connector for internal flash memory (25) TPM kit connector (26) SPI Flash Mezzanine connector EXPRESSSCOPE Profile Key (SPI flash memory) has been installed, where BIOS and BMC configuration data is stored. Relocate it when replacing MB to keep using the data. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 38: Status Indicators
The following table lists STATUS LED patterns, their explanation and solution. Tips Once you have installed NEC ESMPRO, you can reference error logs to check the causes of failures. Tips The STATUS LED does not reflect the disk drive failure if 3.5-inch fixed disk drive is connected by using RAID card.
Page 39 A voltage warning was detected Contact your sales representative. One or more hard disk drives are broken. Side cover is open. Close the side cover. If the LED indication does not change, contact your sales representative. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 40: Disk Access Led
The LINK LED lights green when the server and hub are powered and properly connected. ACT LED blinks green when the port is transmitting or receiving data. The LINK LED lights green when the port is connected with network. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 41: Led On A Hard Disk Drive
• Do not turn off or reboot the server while a HDD is being rebuilt. • Wait at least 90 seconds before installing a HDD after removing one. • Do not replace a HDD while another HDD is being rebuilt. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 42: Leds For Lan Connectors
Green: Operating with 100BASE-TX • OFF: Operating with 10BASE-T − Management LAN ( M) supports 100BASE-TX and 10BASE-T. The LED indicates which network interface is being used. • Green: Operating with 100BASE-TX • OFF: Operating with 10BASE-T Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 43: Preparations
1. Installing Internal Optional Devices You can skip this section if you did not purchase any optional devices. 2. Location and Connection You must place the server in a suitable location and connect some cables following this section. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 44: Installing Internal Optional Devices
This section describes the instructions for installing supported optional devices and precautions. If you did not purchase any optional device requiring installation, you may skip this section. • Use only the devices and cables specified by NEC. You will be charged to Important...
Page 45: 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 46: Overview Of Installation And Removal
If your are going to install hot-plug hard disk drive only, go to Step 12. Remove side cover. Refer to Chapter 2 (1.5 Removing Side Cover). Remove CPU duct. Refer to Chapter 2 (1.6 Removing CPU Duct). Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 47 Important An error may occur before SDR data is applied to the system. 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 48: Removing Front Bezel
Insert the attached Bezel Lock 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 left side of front bezel and pull it toward you to open. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 49 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Chapter 2 Preparations With front bezel opened, slide it upward to release the tab from the chassis frame, and remove the front bezel from the server. • Be careful not to press POWER Switch. Note Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 50: Removing Side Cover
Refer to steps 1 to 5 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Loosen thumb nut on the rear panel. Hold the handle and move the side cover toward rear of the server. Lift off the side cover from the server. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 51: Removing Cpu Duct
You need to remove CPU duct when installing or removing the following components: DIMM, Processor (CPU) Fan unit Pull the end of two rivets to unlatch the CPU duct. Note: Do not remove rivets, just pull them out. Hold the CPU duct, and remove it from chassis. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 52: Internal Flash Memory
Refer to steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Install internal flash memory and secure with a screw provided with internal flash memory. 1.7.2 Removal Removal of TPM kit requires removal of motherboard. Ask your sales representative for removal. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 53: Tpm Kit
1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Chapter 2 Preparations TPM Kit This section describes the procedure for installing optional TPM Kit. Connector for TPM Kit Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 54: Installation
Refer to steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Install TPM Kit and secure it by pushing the nylon rivet provided with TPM Kit. 1.8.2 Removal Removal of TPM kit requires removal of motherboard. Ask your sales representative for removal. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 55: Processor
Important refer to Chapter 2 (1.2 Anti-static Measures). • 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. Repair of the server due to failures or damage resulted from installing such a processor will be charged.
Page 56: Installation
Push down the socket lever once to unlatch it from the hook, then slowly open the lever until it stops. Lift the plate. Remove the protective cover from the CPU socket. Note Keep the removed protective cover for future use. Important Do not touch the socket contacts. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 57 • Insert the processor while aligning the notch on the processor with the key on the CPU Note socket. • Bring down the processor straight without tilting or sliding it in the socket. Lightly push the processor to the CPU socket, and close the plate. Close the socket lever to fix it. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 58 • If the heat sink is not level, remove it, and then install it again. Note • The following probably causes the heat sink not to be level: – The CPU is not positioned correctly. – All screws are not completely tightened. • Do not move the secured heat sink. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 59 13. Run BIOS Setup Utility (SETUP) to confirm the following settings. Refer to Chapter 3 (2. System BIOS Setup) in this document. [Advanced] → [Processor Configuration] → [Processor Information] [CPU ID] [L2 Cache RAM] [L3 Cache RAM] Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 60: Replacement / Removal
Run BIOS Setup Utility (SETUP) to confirm the following settings. Refer to Chapter 3 (2. System BIOS Setup) in this document. [Advanced] → [Processor Configuration] → [Processor Information] [CPU ID] [L2 Cache RAM] [L3 Cache RAM] Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 61: Dimm
Tips Up to 384 GB (32 GB x 12) can be installed in 2-CPU configuration. Up to 192 GB (32 GB x 6) can be installed in 1-CPU configuration. No DIMM is factory installed in standard configuration. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 62: Maximum Supported Dimm Size
2 TB Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise (x64) RedHat Enterprise Linux 5 16 GB 16 GB RedHat Enterprise Linux 6 RedHat Enterprise Linux 5 (EM64T) 384 GB RedHat Enterprise Linux 6.0 (x86_64) 2 TB 384 GB Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 63: Memory Clock
N8102-482F 32GB additiional memory board (1x32GB/R) 800MHz N8102-483 8GB additiional memory board (2x4GB/R) N8102-484 16GB additiional memory board (2x8GB/R) N8102-485 32GB additiional memory board (2x16GB/R) 1333MHz N8102-486 16GB additiional memory board (2x8GB/R) N8102-487 32GB additiional memory board (2x16GB/R) Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 64 N8102-482F 32GB additiional memory board (1x32GB/R) 800MHz 800MHz N8102-483 8GB additiional memory board (2x4GB/R) N8102-484 16GB additiional memory board (2x8GB/R) N8102-485 32GB additiional memory board (2x16GB/R) 1333MHz 1600MHz N8102-486 16GB additiional memory board (2x8GB/R) N8102-487 32GB additiional memory board (2x16GB/R) Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 65: Memory Ras Feature
16GB additiional memory board (2x8GB/R) N8102-485 × ×   32GB additiional memory board (2x16GB/R) N8102-486 × × ×  16GB additiional memory board (2x8GB/R) N8102-487 × × ×  32GB additiional memory board (2x16GB/R) : Supported ×: Not supported Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 66: Dimm Installation Order
× ×  N8102-486 × × × × × × × × ×  N8102-487 : Allowed to be install together ×: Not allowed to be install together 2-CPU 1-CPU REAR FRONT configuratio configuration 11th 12th 10th Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 67: Installation
Set the size of Paging File to the recommended value (Total memory size x 1.5) or more. If using a Windows OS, refer to Chapter 1 (7.1 Specifying Memory Dump Settings (Debug Information)) in "Installation Guide (Windows)". For other OS, follow the manual of the OS. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 68: Removal
 When removing a defective DIMM, check error messages displayed at POST or Note NEC ESMPRO and check the DIMM socket where the defective DIMM is installed.  At least one DIMM needs to be installed for the server to operate.
Page 69: Using Memory Ras Feature
The memory area on the motherboard of the server is divided into three memory channels. Memory controller Memory controller Memory Mirroring and Memory Lock Step (x8 SDDC) features keep memory redundancy between memory channels by monitoring or altering memory active/inactive status, respectively. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 70 Mirror set Data 1 Data 1 Data 2 Data 2 Memory controller Data 3 Data 3 Data 4 Data 4 Mirror set Mirror set Tips The operating system only recognizes a half of the total physical capacity. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 71 When you additionally install or remove DIMMs that unable to configure Memory Mirroring configuration, Memory RAS Mode is changed to "Independent". "Mirrored" is removed from Advanced → Memory Configuration → Memory Information → CPUx_DIMMx Status xxxx MB (Mirrored) in BIOS SETUP. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 72 • To use Memory LockStep feature in 2-CPU configuration, install two sets of 483/484/485 additional memory board (four DIMMs of same model). • DIMMs to be installed in Lockstep set must have same capacity. Memory controller LockStep set LockStep set Memory controller LockStep set LockStep set Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 73 When you additionally install or remove DIMMs that unable to configure Memory LockStep configuration, Memory RAS Mode is changed to "Independent". "LockStep" is removed from Advanced  Memory Configuration  Memory Information  CPUx_DIMMx Status xxxx MB (LockStep) in BIOS SETUP. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 74 The following table shows configuration allowable for memory sparing and system logical memory capacity. Capacity of DIMM installed Number Number of of CPUs DIMMs N8102-486 (8GB x2) N8102-487 (16GB x2) 12GB 24GB 24GB 48GB 36GB 72GB 24GB 48GB 48GB 96GB 72GB 144GB Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 75 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Chapter 2 Preparations Memory controller Spare set Spare set Spare set Memory controller Spare set Spare set Spare set Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 76 When you additionally install or remove DIMMs that unable to configure Memory Sparing configuration, Memory RAS Mode is changed to "Independent". "Spared" is removed from Advanced → Memory Configuration → Memory Information → CPUx_DIMMx Status xxxx MB (Spared) in BIOS SETUP. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 77: Battery For Raid Controller
Refer to steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. If no RAID card is installed, install a RAID card in PCI slot. Connect SAS/SATA cable according to Chapter 2 (1.18 Use of Internal hard disk drives in the RAID System). Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 78 Align BLACK dot on the connectors of a Battery Control Cable and a Battery Connector on a BBU. Remove a single screw and remove battery tray for RAID Controller. Install the additional battery to the battery tray by using three screws. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 79: Removal
Connect the cable of additional battery to RAID Controller. Align BLACK dot on the connectors of a Battery Control Cable and a Battery Connector on a RAID controller. 1.11.3 Removal For removing the battery for the RAID Controller, reverse the installation procedure. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 80: 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 3 (2. Detail of System BIOS) for how to specify it. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 81: Supported Boards And Available Slots
 N8117-01A Additional RS-232C connector For additional serial kit *3 (RS-232C) port B Up to 1 − −     N8190-153 Fibre Channel controller For connecting an (8 Gbps/Optical) external Fibre Channel [PCI Express 2.0(x8)] Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 82 When the operation performance of a PCI board is higher than the PCI slot on the server, the PCI board operates with the performance of the PCI slot on the server. PCIe3.0 #1 is available only in 2-CPU configuration. RAID card must be installed in the order of PCIe #2→#3→#4→#1. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 83: Installation
Push the retention to unlock the PCI card from PCI slot. Bring down the lever toward rear of the server, and remove the blank cover. Note Keep the removed blank cover for future use. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 84 Tips If the locking mechanism of PCI slot is tight, fix the PCI card slowly until it is surely locked. Continue to install or remove internal optional devices, mount and connect the server, and turn it on. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 85: Removal
Run SETUP and change boot order in Boot menu. Refer to Chapter 3 (2. System BIOS Setup) for how to specify it. If using the server while the board is removed, attach the blank cover that comes with the PCI slot. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 86: Hdd Cage
When installing only one 2.5-inch HDD cage, attach two blank covers provided with the cage to the vacant bays using four screws. When installing two 2.5-inch HDD cages, attach one blank cover provided with the cage to the vacant bay using two screws. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 87 SGPIO cable for connecting between motherboard and HDD cage is not used. Connect SAS/SATA cable (option) and power cable. Refer to Chapter 2 (1.18 Use of Internal hard disk drives in the RAID System) for how to connect SAS/SATA cable. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 88 Install 3.5-inch HDD cage in the bay, and secure it with four screws provided with the cage. When installing only one 3.5-inch HDD cage, attach one blank cover provided with the cage to the vacant bay using two screws. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 89 HDD cage is not used. Connect SAS/SATA cable (option) and power cable. Refer to Chapter 2 (1.18 Use of Internal hard disk drives in the RAID System) for how to connect SAS/SATA cable. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 90 Attach one blank cover provided with the cage to the bay using two screws. Connect SAS/SATA cable (option) and power cable. Refer to Chapter 2 (1.18 Use of Internal hard disk drives in the RAID System) for how to connect SAS/SATA cable. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 91: Removal
To use the server with 3.5-inch HDD cage removed, attach blank covers using screws. Important To maintain cooling effect in the server, be sure to attach blank covers. If you install another HDD cage, remove two guides. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 92 To use the server with 3.5-inch fixed type HDD cage removed, remove hard disk drives from the tray, install the fixed tray, and secure the tray with screws. Important To maintain cooling effect in the server, be sure to attach blank covers. If you install another HDD cage, remove two tray rails. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 93: Optical Disk Drive
Optical Disk Drive This section describes the procedure for installing the optional optical disk drive. Important Do not install any unsupported optical disk drive. Optical disk drive is required option for the server. Optical disk drive bay Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 94: Installation
Align the screw hole of optical disk drive with protrusion at left side of optical disk drive bay, and press the upper right portion of optical disk drive to seat the drive. Connect a cable to optical disk drive. Attach a 5.25-inch device bay cover to additional slot 1. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 95: Removal
Push the optical disk drive upward through the hole at bottom of optical disk drive bay. Move the optical disk drive toward right, disengage optical disk drive from protrusion at left side of drive bay, and remove the optical disk drive. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 96 Connector of optical disk drive cable has locking mechanism to prevent unintentional disconnection. Push the latch on connector to unlock before removing the cable. Install 5.25-inch device or device bay cover to additional slot 1. Important Do not use the server with optical disk drive removed. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 97: Fixed Type Hard Disk Drive
Secure the HDD tray with hard disk drive to the server using two screws. Install hard disk drives starting from bottom bay. Important To maintain cooling efficiency, install HDD trays to which no hard disk drive is mounted. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 98: Removal
0 (SAS/SATA cable 0) SATA1 (SATA cable 1) 1 (SAS/SATA cable 1) SATA0 (SATA cable 2) 2 (SAS/SATA cable 2) SATA0 (SATA cable 3) 3 (SAS/SATA cable 3) 1.15.2 Removal Remove hard disk drive in reverse procedure of installation. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 99: Power Supply Unit
Model N8100-1958F and N8100-1959F is hot-swap redundant power supply unit (450 W or 800 W). The redundant power system can be configured with two redundant power module. In redundant power system, the server can continue operation even one of the power module fails. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 100: Replacing Failed Redundant Power Supply Unit
Chapter 3 (1. POST Error Message) in "Maintenance Guide".If AC POWER LED is not lit, re-install the power supply unit. If the same error occurs, contact your sales representative.Be sure to install the module for replacement. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 101: Fan Unit
Connect a cable for fan unit in FAN3 with FAN3 connector on motherboard. See the figure below. Note After the front fan is installed, it is difficult to connect a fan cable to motherboard. Thus, first connect fan cable to motherboard, then install the front fan. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 102 Install two front fan units (92 mm sq.) to the locations FAN1 and FAN3 (enclosed with dotted line in the figure below). Use the four screws (two screws for one fan unit) provided with non-redundant fan unit to secure the fan unit. Change jumper switch setting on motherboard to Non-redundant FAN. Redundant FAN Non-redundant FAN Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 103: Replacing/Removing Failed Non-Redundant Fan Unit
Mounting holes (2 places) Hooks (2 places) Push the fixing claw on rear fan case (120 mm sq.) to mounting holes at rear of the server until they click. The rear fan holder is fixed to the chassis. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 104 Install three front fan units (92 mm sq.) to the locations FAN1, FAN4, and FAN3 (enclosed with dotted line in the figure below). Use the six screws (two screws for one fan unit) provided with redundant fan unit to secure the fan unit. Mounting Mounting Mounting position "3" position "2" position "1" Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 105 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Chapter 2 Preparations Change jumper switch setting on motherboard to Redundant FAN. 冗長 FAN 非冗長 FAN Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 106 Be sure to arrange CPU duct. If not, CPU duct cannot be mounted on server correctly. Note Arranging CPU duct allows you to replace the hot-plug redundant fan without removing CPU duct. Cut the shaded portion (3 places) with nipper or the like. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 107: Replacing/Removing Failed Hot-Plug Redundant Fan Unit
Do not remove the fan unit that works normally. Identify the failed fan unit using management tool such as EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3. Indication of management tool of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 associates actual fan unit is as shown below. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 108 The failed fan unit can be replaced while the system is powered on if hot-plug redundant fan units are used. Removal Power off the server. Disconnect AC power cord from power supply unit. To remove the fan unit, reverse the installation procedure. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 109: Use Of Internal Hard Disk Drives In The Raid System
• When using SAS hard disk drives, RAID Controllers must be connected. 1.18.1 Connecting cables 2.5-inch HDD cage Connect cables to 2.5-inch HDD cage by referring to the illustration below. [MINISAS_1] [MINISAS_2] connector connector [BPB_CON2] connector [CN1] connector [BPB_CON1] [CN2] connector connector Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 110 SGPIO cable before connection. RAID Enable SATA_SGPIO SATA2 SATA3 SATA1 SATA0 Connector on motherboard 2.5-inch HDD cage SATA0 (SATA cable 0) SATA1 (SATA cable 1) SATA2 (SATA cable 2) MINISAS_1 (MINI_SAS cable ) SATA3 (SATA cable 3) SATA_SGPIO Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 111 2.5-inch HDD cage First: SAS 1 (Ports0-3) First: MINISAS_1 First: SAS 2 (Ports4-7) First: MINISAS_2 Second: SAS 1 (Ports0-3) Second: MINISAS_1 Second: SAS 2 (Ports4-7) Second: MINISAS_2 Third: SAS 1 (Ports0-3) Third: MINISAS_1 Third: SAS 2 (Ports4-7) Third: MINISAS_2 Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 112 Refer to (<When using optional RAID Controller for 2.5-inch HDD cage> (1 to 24 HDDs)) for connectors on RAID Controller. Optional RAID Contoller 3.5-inch HDD cage SAS 1 (Ports 0-3) First: MINISAS_1 SAS 2 (Ports 4-7) Second: MINISAS_1 Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 113 <When using optional RAID Controller for 3.5-inch Fixed HDD cage> (1 to 4 HDDs) • 3.5-inch Fixed HDD cage can use 4 hard disk drives. SAS 2(Ports4-7) SAS 1(Ports0-3) Red cable Connect cables Global Global Fault Activity Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 114 0 (SAS/SATA cable 0) 1 (SAS/SATA cable 1) MINISAS_1 (MINI_SAS cable ) 2 (SAS/SATA cable 2) 3 (SAS/SATA cable 3) LED cable connection Connector on motherboard Connector on RAID Controller J2A2 (Global Activity LED) J1A1 (Global Fault LED) Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 115: Notes On Setting Up 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 116: Inch Device
5.25-inch Device This section describes installation procedure for 5.25-inch device. • Do not use unsupported device. Important • Only a single internal USB device can be installed. 5.25-inch device bay slot 2 5.25-inch device bay slot 1 Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 117: Installation
Pull the device bay cover toward you to remove it. Unlock the fixing bracket while pushing the lever (blue) of fixing bracket and moving upward. Then, open the lever. Insert the 5.25-inch device into the device bay. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 118: Removal
5.25-inch device. Lock the fixing bracket while pushing the lever (blue) of fixing bracket and moving downward. Then, fix the 5.25-inch device to the server. 1.19.2 Removal Remove 5.25-inch device in reverse procedure of installation. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 119: Installing Cpu Duct
Install the CPU duct after internal devices including DIMM or PCI card are installed and connected. Insert the CPU duct so that the swelling of CPU duct covers the stand on motherboard. See the figure below. Fixing rivets Stand Push the two rivets of CPU duct to secure the duct. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 120: Installing Side Cover
Insert hooks (5 places) located upper inside of the side cover, into the holes on upper side of the server. Then, move the side cover toward the front of server. Tighten the thumb nut at rear of the server. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 121: Hot-Plug 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 the hard disk drive. − 3.5-inch hot-swap HDD cage can contain four disk drives per one HDD cage.
Page 122 Slot 0～4にSAS HDDを搭載 Install SAS HDDs 10K in slots 3 to 6. Slot3～6にSAS HDD 10Kを搭載 Install SATA HDDs in slots 5 and 6. Slot5～6にSATA HDDを搭載 Leave slot 7 empty. Leave slot 7 empty. Slot 7は空き Slot 7は空き Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 123: Installation
Locate the slot where you install the hard disk drive. Install hard disk drives in ascending order of port number. Remove the dummy trays. Dummy trays are installed in all slots. Note Keep the dummy trays for future use. Unlock the handle of the drive carrier. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 124 Turn on the server, start the SETUP utility, and then specify the boot order from the Boot menu. For details about the Boot menu, refer to Chapter 3 (2. System BIOS Setup). Tips The saved boot order is cleared when a hard disk drive is added. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 125: Removal
If you transfer or dispose of the removed hard disk drive, you must erase the stored data completely. 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 126: 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 127: Installing The Front Bezel
To install the front bezel, insert three tabls on left end of front bezel into frame holes on front right side of the server, and close the front bezel. After installation, lock the front bezel with security key. Important Be careful not to press POWER Switch. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 128: Applying Sdr Data
System starts from "SDR UPDATE TOOL (243-423836-502)" CD-ROM, and applying SDR data starts automatically. It take about 2 or 3 minutes after system startup. Important Never attempt to power off the server while applying SDR data. The server may fail to start. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 129 Keyboard Type Select → Maintenance Utility → IPMI Information Viewer → Clear the System Event Log (SEL) Repository → Enter → Enter Now the System Event Log (SEL) is cleared. Press the <ESC> key to return to Off-line TOOL MENU, and select Exit. The server restarts. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 130: Installation And Connection
• 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. The environment suitable for the server is as follows. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 131: Chapter 2 Preparations
• Do not hold the server by its front bezel to lift the server. The front bezel Important may be disengaged and damage the server. • Open the stabilizers and secure the server to the site. • Do not hold the handle on the redundant power module when carrying the server. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 132 AC magnetic field (such as TVs, radios, outlet that shares the ground wire with broadcast/communication antennas, another outlet where another device power transmission wires, and with large power consumption is electromagnetic cranes) is placed. connected. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 133: 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 134 100BASE-TX/ 10BASE-T Hub, switching hub, etc. LAN connector for management USB device Hub, switching hub, etc. Ports for data transmission 1000BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX/ 10BASE-T Rear Tips A dedicated line cannot be directly connected to the serial port connector. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 135: 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 3 (2. System BIOS Setup). Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 136: 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 137: 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 NEC logo appears on the display. While the NEC logo is being displayed, the self-diagnostic program (POST) runs and diagnoses the hardware.
Page 138: Post
Press <F2> SETUP, <F3> Internal Flash Memory, <F4> ROM Utility, <F12> Network By pressing the designated function key following messages, you can call the functions below upon completion of POST. Run the SETUP. For information on the SETUP, refer to Chapter 3 (2. System BIOS <F2> key: Setup). Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 139: Post Error Messages
Chapter 3 (1. POST Error Message) in "Maintenance Guide". Note Take notes on the messages displayed before consulting with your maintenance service company. Alarm messages are useful information for maintenance. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 140: System Bios Setup
To exit SETUP without saving parameters, select Save & Exit → Discard Changes and Exit. To restore the default value, select Save & Exit → Load Setup Defaults. Tips (The default value might be different from the factory setting.) Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 141: Description On On-Screen Items And Key Usage
Quit without saving? [Yes]  <F1> key If you press this key, navigation for keyboard operation is displayed. If you need help using the SETUP, press this key. Press the <Esc> key to go back to the original screen. Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 142 (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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 143: 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 144 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 145: 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 146 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 147: 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 148: 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 149: 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/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 150: Appendix
NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/T120d Appendix Specifications Interrupt Lines Express5800T120d User’s Guide...
Page 151: Specifications
Operating: 10～40C /20～80%, Temperature/Humidity Storage: -10～55C /20～80%(no condensation either when operating or when stored) Main accessories EXPRESSBUILDER (NEC ESMPRO Manager) (Windows), NEC ESMPRO Agent, User’s Guide (electronic document) included), Getting Started, Notes on Use, Warranty, Security key Installed OS – Supported OSs...
Page 152 Prepare this if required. For the principal uses of a Flash FDD, refer to the notes on Flash FDD in the Maintenance Guide. For outer dimension of server including dust-proof kit, refer to "Dust-proof kit and dust-proof filter" in System Configuration Guide. Minimum configuration allowable for operation (1x CPU, 1x DIMM, and 1x HDD) Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...
Page 153: Interrupt Lines
System timer − Numeric data processor − − − COM 2 serial port COM 1 serial port LAN1, USB − LAN2, SATA − SM Bus, VGA − − − Real-time clock − ACPI Compliant System − Motherboard resource Express5800/T120d User’s Guide...

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NEC Express5800/T120d User Manual

Introduction

Accessories

Standard Features

Management Features

Firmware and Software Version Management

Names and Functions of Parts

Front View

Front View (Without Front Bezel)

Rear View

External View

Internal View

Motherboard

Status Indicators

Installing Internal Optional Devices

Safety Precautions

Anti-Static Measures

Overview of Installation and Removal

Removing Front Bezel

Removing Side Cover

Removing CPU Duct

Internal Flash Memory

TPM Kit

Processor

DIMM

Battery for RAID Controller

PCI Card

HDD Cage

Optical Disk Drive

Fixed Type Hard Disk Drive

Power Supply Unit

Fan Unit

Use of Internal Hard Disk Drives in the RAID System

Inch Device

Installing CPU Duct

Installing Side Cover

Hot-Plug Hard Disk Drive

Installing the Front Bezel

Applying SDR Data

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

Interrupt Lines

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