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NEC Express5800/B120e User Manual
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NEC Express Server
Express5800 Series
Express5800/B120e
User's Guide
Model Number (B120d): N8400-221F/222F/223F/224F/225F
Chapter 1 General Description
Chapter 2 Preparations
Chapter 3 Setup
Chapter 4 Appendix
December 2013, First Edition
© NEC Corporation 2013
40.101.02-101.01

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  • Page 1 NEC Express Server Express5800 Series Express5800/B120e User’s Guide Model Number (B120d): N8400-221F/222F/223F/224F/225F Chapter 1 General Description Chapter 2 Preparations Chapter 3 Setup Chapter 4 Appendix 40.101.02-101.01 December 2013, First Edition © NEC Corporation 2013...
  • Page 2: Documents For This Product

    Chapter 2: Useful Features 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/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1.1 Safety Precautions........................39 1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal..................40 1.3 Installation and Removal Procedure (Common section) ............41 1.3.1 Removal of top cover....................41 1.3.2 Removal of air duct....................42 1.3.3 Removal of HSBP bracket ..................43 Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 4 3.2 EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 Network Configuration ............... 94 4. EXPRESSBUILDER ............................96 4.1 Features of EXPRESSBUILDER ....................96 4.2 Starting EXPRESSBUILDER ..................... 96 5. Installing Software Components ........................97 5.1 Notes on using Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 ................97 Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 5 5.1.1 About the message caused by power consumption control in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 ..................97 6. Device Identification ............................99 7. Power-off of Blade Server..........................100 Chapter 4 Appendix ............................101 1. Specifications ............................... 102 2. Interrupt Lines............................... 104 Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 6: Notations Used In This Document

    Unless otherwise stated, hard disk drive (HDD) described in this document refer to both of the following. ● Hard disk drive (HDD) ● Solid state drive (SSD) Removable media Unless otherwise stated, removable media described in this document refer to both of the following. ● USB flash drive ● Flash FDD Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 7: Abbreviations Of Operating Systems (Windows)

    Windows Server 2008 Enterprise Includes 64-bit and 32-bit Editions unless otherwise stated. The following appears on EXPRESSBUILDER. • Windows Server 2008 64-bit Edition: Windows Server 2008 x64 • Windows Server 2008 32-bit Edition: Windows Server 2008 x86 Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 8: Trademarks

    Trademarks Trademarks EXPRESSSCOPE is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, 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

    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/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 10 1000 миллионных частей; 5. полибромбифенолы (PBB) – не превышает 0,1 % веса вещества или в концентрации до 1000 миллионных частей; 6. полибромдифеноловые эфиры (PBDE) – не превышает 0,1 % веса вещества или в концентрации до 1000 миллионных частей. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 11 ○ ○ ○ ○ 机箱、支架 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 电源 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 键盘 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 其他(电缆、鼠标 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 等) ○:表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在SJ/T11363-2006标准规定的限量要求以 下。 ×:表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出SJ/T11363-2006标准规定的限量要 求。 Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 12: Warnings And Additions To This Document

    2. This document is subject to change at any time without notice. 3. Do not make copies or alter the document content without permission from NEC Corporation. 4. If you have any concerns, or discover errors or omissions in this document, contact your sales representative.
  • Page 13: Precautions For Use (Be Sure To Read)

    Names and Functions of Parts in this document. Safety precautions Follow the instructions in this document for the safe use of the NEC Express server. This User’s Guide describes hazardous parts of the server, possible hazards, and how to avoid them. Server components with possible danger are indicated with a warning label placed on or around them (or, in some cases, by printing the warnings on the server).
  • Page 14: Symbols Used In This Document And On Warning Labels

    Indicates a mandatory action that cannot Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may be specifically identified. Make sure to be caused. follow the instruction. Make sure equipment properly grounded. Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may be caused. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 15: Safety Notes

    Failure to follow this warning may cause the wiring on the printed wiring board to short-circuit, leading to fire. If you have any questions, contact the store where you purchased the product or a maintenance service company. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 16 Use only the specified interface cable. Use only interface cables authorized by NEC and locate a proper device and connector before connecting a cable. Using an unauthorized cable or connecting a cable to an improper destination may cause a short circuit, resulting in a fire.
  • Page 17: Handling Precautions (For Proper Operations)

    – blade directly on the desk. It is recommended to use options provided by NEC. Some memory devices and Solid State Drives of – other vendors are designed to be available for the server. If such an option causes the server to be defected or damaged, you will be charged for the repair within the warranty period.
  • Page 18 We offer periodic diagnosis and maintenance services by staff with expert knowledge of the maintenance of this server. We recommend that you make a periodic maintenance service contract with your maintenance service company to keep your server in good condition. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 19: Handling Precautions (For Anti-Static Measures)

    The device contains static-sensitive electronic components. When installing or uninstalling the – optional device, wear an anti-static wrist strap on your wrist to avoid a failure caused by the static electricity. To use the strap, connect the wire to the chassis. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 20: Handling Precautions (Power-Saving Feature)

    Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Handling precautions (Power-saving feature) The server does not support power-saving features of OS such as Standby, Hibernate, and Sleep mode. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • 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/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 22: Chapter 1 General Description

    Verify the condition of your server's accessories. 3. Standard Features Describes standard features of the server and system management utilities. 4. Names and Functions of Parts This section describes the name of each part contained in this server. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 23: Introduction

    Xeon processor. NEC’s latest technology and architectures realize more space-saving and reduction of running cost than ever. 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

    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/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 25: Standard Features

    Can upgrade to multi-processor system with up to two processors • Two network ports • Up to two Hard Disk Drives (2.5-inch SAS or SATA drives) or up to two Solid State Drives (2.5-inch SATA drives) can be connected. • USB2.0 interface (2 ports) Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 26 AC-Link feature Self-diagnosis • Power On Self-Test (POST) • Test and Diagnosis (T&D) utility Easy setup • EXPRESSBUILDER (setup utility) • SETUP (BIOS SETUP utility) Maintenance features • Off-line Tools • Memory dump feature using the DUMP switch Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 27: Overview Of Blade Server

    The CPU Blade does not require any wiring or connection of a power supply and a cable. Moreover, a processor, a memory, solid state drive, a PCI option card, and others can be installed as an option in the CPU Blade that has a server function. Express5800/B120e 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: About The Monitoring Of Chassis Sensors

    Manager, the status of the power circuit of CPU blade is displayed. 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.
  • Page 30: Names And Features Of Component

    CPU2_DIMM6, CPU2_DIMM3, CPU2_DIMM5, CPU2_DIMM2, CPU2_DIMM4, CPU2_DIMM1 (14) Eject lever from top DIMM socket (CPU#1) CPU1_DIMM1, CPU1_DIMM4, CPU1_DIMM2, CPU1_DIMM5, CPU2_DIMM3, CPU2_DIMM6 from top Connector for HDD cable Connect a cable when connecting HDD (not used in HDD-less configuration). Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 31 CPU blade itself. Pressing the command. switch for 4 seconds or longer causes the power When the recognize command is received from NEC supply to be turned off forcibly. ESMPRO Manager and when the ID switch is pressed, the lamp goes on.
  • Page 32 CPU blade itself. Pressing the switch for 4 command. seconds or longer causes the power supply to be When the recognize command is received from NEC turned off forcibly. ESMPRO Manager and when the ID switch is pressed, the lamp goes on.
  • Page 33 Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Features of Component External View With top cover installed Top cover Front frame With top cover removed Air duct HSBP bracket Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 34: Hard Disk Drive (Hdd)

    Blinks green and amber alternately or blinks amber while array disks are rebuilt. If hard disk drives are operating in array configuration, this lamp works only while the OS is running. Lever Use this lever when installing or removing hard disk drive. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 35: Lamp Indications

    The POWER lamp lights green while the power of the CPU blade is on. The lamp lights amber when the CPU blade is powered off but the power is supplied from the power supply unit. The lamp is off if the power is not supplied to the system. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 36: Status Lamp

    In addition, you can view the detailed information on error message on virtual LCD when the STATUS lamp is flashing in amber or red. You can use the virtual LCD through the Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 (BMC) or NEC ESMPRO Manager.
  • Page 37: Lan (1 - 2) Link/Access Lamps

    If you press the ID switch, the lamp goes on. When the recognize command is received from management software such as NEC ESMPRO Manager, the lamp blinks. You may use the remote control feature of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 (BMC) to perform the same operation as using the ID switch on the server.
  • Page 38: Chapter 2 Preparations

    1. Installing Internal Optional Devices You can skip this section if you did not purchase any optional devices. 2. Ideal Location and Connection You must place the server in an ideal location and connect cables following this section. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 39: Installing Internal Optional Devices

    • Use only the devices and cables specified by NEC. You will be charged to repair damages, malfunctions, and failures caused by the use of any devices or cables not specified for use with this server even within the warranty period.
  • Page 40: Overview Of Installation And Removal

    Refer to Chapter 2 (1.3 Installation and Removal Procedure (Common section)). Install the CPU blade in Blade Enclosure. Refer to the User's Guide of Blade Enclosure. This completes installation or removal of internal optional devices. Continue the setup with reference to Chapter 2 (2.2 Connecting Peripheral Devices). Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 41: Installation And Removal Procedure (Common Section)

    Firmly hold the top cover, move it slightly toward the rear of the CPU blade, then lift the cover to remove it from the CPU blade. Important Pay attention not to make the cover hit any electronic component on the CPU blade. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 42: Removal Of Air Duct

    Take steps below to remove air duct. (Required when installing CPU and DIMMs) While pushing latches on both sides of air duct, slowly pull the air duct upward to remove it. Important Make sure the front-rear direction of air duct according to markings on top face. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 43: Removal Of Hsbp Bracket

    Internal HDD cable and power cable are connected to HSBP. Pay attention not to forcedly pull or bent the HSBP. Important • Pay attention not to make the air duct hit any electronic component on the CPU blade. • Pay attention not to damage internal cables. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 44: Installation Of Top Cover, Air Duct, Hsbp Cover

    ● Confirming operation with a tool Some additional devices require the diagnostic utility or BIOS SETUP utility to check if they are installed correctly. For details, see the procedure for installing the target device. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 45: Processor (Cpu)

    • Make sure to use the CPU authorized by NEC. Installing a third-party CPU may cause a failure of the CPU as well as the server. Repair of the server due to failures or damage resulted from installing such a CPU will be charged.
  • Page 46: Installation

    You will see the CPU socket contacts. Do not touch the socket contacts. Remove the socket cover. Important Keep the removed socket cover for future use. Always attach the socket cover if the processor is removed from the socket. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 47 Check the pin marks to insert the CPU into the socket correctly. • Insert the processor while aligning the notch on the processor with the key section on the CPU socket. Push the CPU lightly to the socket, and push down the CPU socket holder. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 48 Push down the lever to secure the CPU. Put the heat sink on the CPU. Take care not to touch the cool sheet with your hand. Important Install the heat sink in correct direction as shown in the figure below. Rear Front Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 49 Perform the following procedure if: The system is running under the Windows operating system – The system is under the 1-CPU configuration – Any change is not required if "ACPI multi-processor PC" is set in Driver tab under Computer. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 50: Removal

    The operation of the CPU blade cannot be secured if the CPU is installed only on the Processor #2 socket. • To reinstall the CPU having been removed, the cool sheet should be replaced with a new one. Contact you sales representative. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 51: Dimm

    Measures)”. • Do not use any DIMM not approved by NEC. If an unapproved third party's DIMM is installed in the server, not only the DIMM but also the CPU blade may be defected. You will be charged by any repair of a malfunction or defect caused by such a device within the warranty period.
  • Page 52: Adding Order And Precautions

    Remove the top cover, air duct, and HSBP according to Chapter 2 (1.3.1 Removal of top cover, 1.3.2 Removal of air duct, and 1.3.3 Removal of HSBP bracket ). If Mezzanine Card (Type 2) for blade is installed, remove it according to Chapter 2 (1.6.3 Removal). Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 53 DIMM is "Normal" (refer to Chapter 2 (1. System BIOS) in "Maintenance Guide".). Set the paging file size to a value larger than the recommended value (installed memory * 1.5) (for Windows). Refer to Installation Guide for more information. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 54: Removal

    Set the paging file size to a value larger than the recommended value (installed memory * 1.5) (for Windows). Refer to the Installation Guide for more information. Note To remove the defective DIMM, check the error message appearing in POST or NEC ESMPRO to confirm the CPU blade on which the defective DIMM is installed. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 55: Mezzanine Card

    ROMs should be required. Use the BIOS setup utility "SETUP" for the setting. Refer to Chapter 2 (1. System BIOS) in "Maintenance Guide". Mezzanine card slot (Type 2) CPU blade Mezzanine card slot (Type 1) Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 56: Notes

    Remove the top cover and air duct according to Chapter 2 (1.3.1 Removal of top cover and 1.3.2 Removal of air duct). Confirm the position of the slot to install the mezzanine card. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 57: Removal

    1.3.2 Removal of air duct), and then perform steps in Chapter 2 (1.6.2 Installation) in reverse order. After Mezzanine card is removed, make sure that no error message appears in POST. If any error messages are displayed, refer to Chapter 3 (1. Error Message of POST and Virtual LCD) in "Maintenance Guide". Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 58: Hard Disk Drive (Hdd) / Solid State Drive (Ssd)

    • Do not use any Hard Disk Drives not approved by NEC. If an unapproved third party's Hard Disk Drive is installed in the CPU blade, not only the Hard Disk Drive but also the CPU blade may be defected.
  • Page 59: Installation

    Install the first hard disk drive in slot 0 (upper), then the second hard disk drive in slot 1 (lower) Remove the dummy tray from the slot, if installed. Important • Keep the removed dummy tray for future use Release the lock of the lever on the hard disk drive to make the lever opened Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 60: Removal

    To remove the Solid State Drive, reverse the installation procedure referring to Chapter 2 (1.7.1 Installation). Important • Be sure to install dummy SSD after the Solid State Drive is removed. If not, the CPU blade may fail to work properly. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 61: Replacement

    Hard Disk Drives appropriately. If Windows is used as OS and NEC ESMPRO Manager and NEC ESMPRO Agent are used as the server management software, replace the Hard Disk Drives in the following procedure. To do these jobs, you should log on to the system as a user having the administrator authority.
  • Page 62 The installed drive has a different format. Right-click on the installed drive and select Import disk of different format. If NEC ESMPRO Agent is used, reset the Hard Disk Drive (refer to Chapter 2 (1.7.4 Resetting Management Information). Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 63 Select Add mirror from the menu appearing by right-clicking on the volume to which the mirror is desired to be added. 10. If NEC ESMPRO Agent is used, reset the Hard Disk Drive (refer to Chapter 2 (1.7.4 Resetting Management Information).
  • Page 64: Resetting Management Information

    1.7.4 Resetting Management Information Reset the management information on the replaced Hard Disk Drive in the following procedure. Select Settings → Control Panel → NEC ESMPRO Agent from the Start menu. NEC ESMPRO Agent Properties is displayed. Click on the General tab in NEC ESMPRO Agent Properties.
  • Page 65: Use Of Internal Hard Disk Drives In The Raid System

    Onboard SCSI from the BIOS Setup menu, and then set Option ROM Scan to Enabled. (For details, refer to Chapter 2 (1. System BIOS) in the “Maintenance Guide”.) Tips The Hard Disk Drives are set to be used as a RAID system as the factory default. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 66: Notes On Setting Up A Raid System

    For details on the procedure of configuring a Logical Drive, refer to Chapter 2 (4. RAID System Configuration) in "Maintenance Guide". Important Do not change the mode to hibernate when building a RAID System. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 67: Tpm (Trusted Platform Module) Kit

    TPM kit. Do not touch the TPM kit terminals or parts with bare hand or place the TPM directly on the desk. For static notes, refer to “Handling precautions (for Anti-static Measures)”. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 68: Installation

    If you have trouble installing the TPM kit, remove the TPM kit once and try again. If you apply excessive pressure on TPM kit, a TPM kit might be damaged. Mount TPM kit to the CPU blade and secure it with a single screw. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 69: Removal

    "Maintenance Guide". 1.9.2 Removal To remove the TPM kit, remove the top cover according to Chapter 2 (1.3.1 Removal of top cover), and then perform steps 2 and 3 of Chapter 2 (1.9.1 Installation) in reverse order. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 70: Internal Flash Memory

    For static notes, refer to “Handling precautions (for Anti-static Measures)”. 1.10.1 Notes The data in EXPRESSBUILDER is not copied in Internal Flash Memory. Refer to Chapter 2 (5.3 Utilities Provided by EXPRESSBUILDER) on in "Maintenance Guide". Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 71: Installation

    Flash Memory once and try again. If you apply excessive pressure on Internal Flash Memory, the Internal Flash Memory might be damaged. Mount Internal Flash Memory to the CPU blade and secure it with a single screw. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 72: Removal

    "Maintenance Guide". 1.10.3 Removal To remove the Internal Flash Memory, remove the top cover according to Chapter 2 (1.3.1 Removal of top cover), and then perform steps 2 and 3 of Chapter 2 (1.10.2 Installation) in reverse order. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 73: Installation And Connection

    CPU blade directly on the desk. For static notes, refer to “Handling precautions (for Anti-static Measures)”. • Do not block air vents of the CPU blades, Blade Enclosures, power supply units, and additional FAN units. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 74: Checking Mac Address

    PF0 of each physical port in the table below. • Dual Port 1GBASE riser card kit(N8403-061F): LAN port Network MAC address number • Dual Port 10GBASE riser card kit(N8403-062F): LAN port LAN port partition number Network MAC address (PF*) number Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 75 Enter "ipconfig /all" for the command prompt or from Run in the Start menu to see the indicated physical address part. • Linux Enter "ifconfig" for prompt to see the indicated HWaddr. • You may use the remote control feature of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 (BMC) to check the MAC address. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 76: Connecting Peripheral Devices

    Insert the power plug into the outlet as far as it goes. • Use the authorized power cord only. • Do not connect or disconnect any interface cable with the power cord of the server plugged to a power source. • Do not use any unauthorized interface cable. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 77 The K410-150(00) SUV cable has the USB, serial interface, and monitor connectors at the ends. Connect a proper device at each of the ends. To serial interface device To monitor To USB devices To CPU blade To CPU blade To USB devices (This connector has two ports.) To monitor To serial interface device Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 78 To connect a peripheral or interface cable provided by a vendor other than NEC (or third party) to the CPU blade, make sure that the device is available for the CPU blade. Some third party devices are not available for the CPU blade.
  • Page 79: Usb Connection By K410-150(00) Suv Cable

    * Use the USB hub and external DVD-ROM drive supported by this CPU blade. 2.2.2 Connecting with Network The CPU blade is connected with network via the Blade Enclosure. Refer to the User's Guide of the Blade Enclosure for details. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 80: Connecting With Ups

    SETUP of the CPU blade to link with power supply from the UPS. Run BIOS SETUP, and select Server -> AC-LINK and change parameter appropriately. Select Power On for automatic operation via UPS. For more information, refer to Chapter 2 (1.2.4 Server) in "Maintenance Guide". Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 81: Chapter 3 Setup

    You can install Windows and bundled software by following the instructions in "Installation Guide (Windows)". 6. Device Identification Describes ID lamp provided in the server. 7. Turning off the Server Turn off power when not using the server. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 82: Power-On Of Blade Server

    When the power is supplied to the CPU blade, the initial diagnosis is executed for about 60 seconds. In this period, the POWER switch is disabled. Power on the CPU blade about 60 seconds immediately after you installed the CPU blade or turned on the power. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 83: Power On From Cpu Blade

    Chapter 3 Setup 1. Power-on of Blade Server Power ON from CPU Blade Press the POWER switch on the panel of the CPU blade (the POWER lamp on the CPU blade goes on green). POWER lamp POWER switch Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 84: Power On From Network Serial Port

    (BMC). Operation after Power ON If the CPU blade is connected with a display unit, the NEC logo appears on the screen of the display unit after a while from the power-on. Do not power off the server until NEC logo and some message appears.
  • Page 85: Post

    • The initialization message may not appear depending on setting of BIOS SETUP, or when optional VGA controller is connected. • The initialization message does not appear on Console Redirection screen of serial port. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 86 CD/DVD-ROM is set to higher than Solid State Drive. If a controller which has its dedicated BIOS such as a SCSI controller board is installed, a message that prompts you to start the dedicated utility to set each board is displayed. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 87: Post Error Messages

    When POST detects an error, it displays an error message on the screen. For descriptions of error messages, causes, and countermeasures, refer to "Maintenance Guide". Important Take notes on the messages displayed before consulting with your maintenance service company. Alarm messages are useful information for maintenance. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 88: Bios Setup Utility (Setup)

    Press <F2> SETUP, <F3> Internal Flash Memory, <F4> ROM Utility, <F12> Network If you press <F2> key at this time, SETUP runs and displays Main menu upon completion of POST. (You can also press <F2> key while NEC logo appears to display Main menu.) Tips If the password has been set, you will be prompted to enter the password at the next startup of SETUP.
  • Page 89: Description On On-Screen Items And Key Usage

    Quit without saving? [Yes] <F1> key Press this key to display help information of key usage. If you need help using the SETUP, press this key. Press the <Esc> key to go back to the original screen. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 90 (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/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 91: Cases That Require Configuration

    On/Off NumLock on power ON Boot → Quite Boot → Disabled On/Off the function to display Pressing the <Esc> key can the NEC logo during POST hide the logo. Advanced → PCI Configuration → PCI Optional Install RAID Controller board n is PCI slot number of the Slot n Option ROM →...
  • Page 92 If you wish to exit without saving the changed parameters, select Save & Exit and then Discard Changes and Exit. Or if you wish to restore the setting to default values, select Save & Exit and then Load Setup Defaults. (The default value might be different from the factory setting.) Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 93: Expressscope Engine 3

    A function to use FD/CD/DVD drives, ISO images and USB memories connected to the management PC as drives virtually connected to the host system. The number of drives and the drive character are different depending on system configurations. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 94: Expressscope Engine 3 Network Configuration

    Press <F2> SETUP, <F3> Internal flash memory, <F4> ROM Utility, <F12> Network 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.
  • Page 95 If Property is selected, the following screen is displayed. On this screen, specify whether to use DHCP and if DHCP is not used, configure IP Address/Subnet Mask. It will be available for use if you access EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 via Web browser of management PC according to the setting. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 96: Expressbuilder

    To use this feature, choose OS installation in Boot Selection Menu. Bundled software* Stores various bundled software, such as NEC ESMPRO Agent. Maintenance Diagnoses your server system. To use this feature, choose Tool menu in Boot Selection Menu.
  • Page 97: Installing Software Components

    Events (MCE) logs (in /var/log/mcelog). If a message that is similar to the following and that contains "THERMAL EVENT" is repeatedly logged in 8 lines in /var/log/mcelog at around the time (within 5 minutes) when the message containing "Hardware Error" is Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 98 See the section of "Using Command Line Console Feature" - "Command Specification" - "CPU blade management commands" - "Setting power control mode of CPU blade" and "Displaying power control mode of CPU blade" in the User's Guide of the EM card. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 99: Device Identification

    Blade Enclosure. The ID lamp on CPU blade can be made lit blue by proper software commands (NEC ESMPRO Manager) from the management PC on the network or by pressing the ID switch on the CPU blade.
  • Page 100: Power-Off Of Blade Server

    The POWER lamp on the CPU blade of which power was turned off goes on amber. Tips To power-off from CPU blade or remote console, the OS must be set so that it starts shutdown process when the POWER switch on the CPU blade is pressed. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 101: Chapter 4 Appendix

    NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/B120e Appendix 1. Specifications Describes the specifications of this server. 2. Interrupt Lines Describes the interrupt lines assigned to this server. Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 102: Specifications

    Humidity 20 to 80% RH (no condensation) Accessories EXPRESSBUILDER ® DVD (User's Guide included), Packing list, Getting Started! Bundled software NEC ESMPRO Agent, NEC ESMPRO Agent Extension, NEC ESMPRO Manager, ExpressUpdate Agent, Virtual media, remote KVM Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 103 Humidity 20 to 80% RH (no condensation) Accessories EXPRESSBUILDER ® DVD (User's Guide included), Packing list, Getting Started! Bundled software NEC ESMPRO Agent, NEC ESMPRO Agent Extension, NEC ESMPRO Manager, ExpressUpdate Agent, Virtual media, remote KVM Express5800/B120e User's Guide...
  • Page 104: Interrupt Lines

    As factory settings, interrupt lines are assigned as follows. Peripheral Device (Controller) Peripheral Device (Controller) System timer Real-time clock − Microsoft ACPI-Compliant System Cascade connection COM 2 serial port − COM 1 serial port Arithmetic operation processor − Primary IDE − Secondary IDE Express5800/B120e User's Guide...

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