Bull NovaScale 5000 Series Installation Guide

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viiiInstallation GuideFigure 47. Status pane 2-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B-4Installation GuidePAM Writing RulesThe following table lists the characters that must not be used in PAM identifiers.Forbidden Charactersà, é, è, ù

C-1 NovaScale 5080/5160 Server CablingAppendix C. NovaScale 5080/5160 Server Cabling Console Data Cables, on page C-2 KVM Switch Data Cables (Windows)

C-2Installation GuideConsole Data CablesMark Cable Type From To1 HD15 video cable Monitor(blue)KVM switch(blue)2 PS2 mini–DIN6 cable + PS2/PS2 extensi

C-3 NovaScale 5080/5160 Server CablingKVM Switch Data Cables (Windows)Mark Cable Type From To1 HD15 video cable Monitor(blue)KVM(blue)2 PS2 mini–DIN6

C-4Installation GuideKVM Switch Data Cables (Linux)Mark Cable Type From To1 HD15 video cable Monitor(blue)KVM(blue)2 PS2 mini–DIN6 cable + PS2/PS2 ext

C-5 NovaScale 5080/5160 Server CablingIOR Data Cables (Windows)Mark Cable Type From To7 RJ45/DB9 to DB9 cross cable PAP COM 2 IOR COM 210 Combined USB

C-6Installation GuideIOR Data Cables (Linux)Mark Cable Type From To7 RJ45/DB9 to DB9 cross cable PAP COM 2 IOR COM 210 Combined PS2/VGA cable (Linux)

C-7 NovaScale 5080/5160 Server CablingPAP Unit Data Cables (SR–0812 Disk Rack)Mark Cable Type From To4 Combined PS2/VGA cable KVM Port A PAP VGA/PS25

C-8Installation GuidePAP Unit Data Cables (SR–1422 Disk Rack)Mark Cable Type From To4 Combined PS2/VGA cable KVM Port A PAP VGA/PS25 RJ45 to RJ45 Ethe

C-9 NovaScale 5080/5160 Server CablingPAP Unit Data Cables (Storeway FDA 1300 Disk Rack)Mark Cable Type From To4 Combined PS2/VGA cable KVM Port A PA

ixPrefaceRegulatory Specifications and DisclaimersDeclaration of the Manufacturer or ImporterWe hereby certify that this product is in compliance with

C-10Installation GuidePAP Unit Data Cables (Storeway FDA 2300 Disk Rack)Mark Cable Type From To4 Combined PS2/VGA cable KVM Port A PAP VGA/PS25 RJ45

C-11 NovaScale 5080/5160 Server CablingSR–0812 Disk Rack Data CablesMark Cable Type From To8 DB9 to Jack cable PAP COM 1 S/S Disk RS2329 SCSI–3 68–pin

C-12Installation GuideSR–1422 Disk Rack Data CablesMark Cable Type From To8 DB9 to Jack cable PAP COM 1 S/S Disk RS2329 SCSI–3 68–pin VHD to VHD cable

C-13 NovaScale 5080/5160 Server CablingSR–1422 SCSI Disk Rack Dual HBA Data CablesOptionally, the SR–1422 SCSI disk rack can be equipped with two SCSI

C-14Installation GuideStoreway FDA 1300 Disk Rack Data CablesaMark Cable Type From To6 RJ45 – RJ45 Ethernet cable S/S Disk Ethernet Hub port 66a RJ45

C-15 NovaScale 5080/5160 Server CablingStoreway FDA 1300 Extension Disk Rack Data CablesMark Cable Type From To1 HSSDC–HSSDC cable S/S Disk S/S Disk E

C-16Installation GuideStoreway FDA 1300 Disk Rack Dual HBA Data CablesMark Cable Type From To1 LC–LC cable S/S Disk controller 0 FC Adapter 12 LC–LC c

C-17 NovaScale 5080/5160 Server CablingStoreway FDA 2300 Disk Rack Data CablesaMark Cable Type From To6 RJ45 – RJ45 Ethernet cable S/S Disk Ethernet H

C-18Installation GuideStoreway FDA 2300 Disk Rack Dual HBA Data CablesMark Cable Type From To1 LC–LC cable S/S Disk controller 0 FC Adapter 12 LC–LC c

C-19 NovaScale 5080/5160 Server CablingStoreway FDA 2300 Extension Disk Rack Data CablesMark Cable Type From To1 HSSDC–HSSDC cable S/S Disk S/S Disk E

xInstallation GuideFederal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Cla

C-20Installation GuidePMB – PAP Data Cables (SCSI Storage Subsystem)Mark Cable Type From To6 RJ45 – RJ45 Ethernet cross cable PAP LAN Maint PMB Ethern

C-21 NovaScale 5080/5160 Server CablingEthernet Hub Data Cables (Storeway FDA 1300 Disk Rack)Mark Cable Type From To1 RJ45 – RJ45 Ethernet cable Hub E

C-22Installation GuideEthernet Hub Data Cables (Storeway FDA 2300 Disk Rack)Mark Cable Type From To1 RJ45 – RJ45 Ethernet cable Hub Ethernet port 1 PM

C-23 NovaScale 5080/5160 Server CablingPower CablesThe CSS Module is equipped with a dedicated power supply cable. All other servercomponent power sup

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G-1GlossaryInstallation GuideGlossaryAAC: Alternating Current generated by the powersupply. See DC.ACPI: Advanced Configuration and PowerInterface. An

G-2Installation GuideClipping: A PAM Event filter criterion. Clipping isdefined on a Count / Time basis aimed at routing apre–defined number of messag

G-3GlossaryInstallation GuideEEEPROM: Electrically Erasable ProgrammableRead-Only Memory. A type of memory device thatstores password and configuratio

G-4Installation GuideFRB: Fault Resilient Boot. A server managementfeature. FRB attempts to boot a system using thealternate processor or DIMM.FRU: Fi

G-5GlossaryInstallation GuideIIS: Internet Information Server. A group of Internetservers (including a Web or HTTP server and aFTP server) with additi

xiPrefaceDefinition of Safety Notices DANGERA Danger notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causingdeath or serious perso

G-6Installation GuideModule: a Midplane Board with all its connectedcomponents and utility devices. See CSS Moduleand MP.MP, MPI, MPB: Mid–Plane. All

G-7GlossaryInstallation GuidePIROM: Processor Information ROM. ProcessorInformation ROM (PIROM) contains informationabout the specific processor in wh

G-8Installation GuideSIO: Server I/O / Super I/O.Shell: The Shell is the layer of programming thatunderstands and executes the commands a userenters.

G-9GlossaryInstallation GuideUSB: Universal Serial Bus. A plug–and–playinterface between a computer and add–on devices.The USB interface allows a new

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IndexX-1IndexAAccess, front door, 2-4Autocallsconfiguring, 2-26FTP parameters, 2-26testing, 2-32BBIOS, password, 2-21BIOS password, setting, 2-21CCabi

X-2Installation GuideIInspectingcabinet, 1-6cabinet packing, 1-4server, 1-21Inspectioncabling, 1-14components, 1-14Installationflowchart, xviiinterven

IndexX-3getting to know, 1-21inspecting, 1-21power supply cables, C-23shutdown, 2-20unpacking, 1-4Server componentsaccessing, 2-4CD–ROM drive, 1-28con

X-4Installation GuideWWindows, setup, 2-27

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xiiInstallation GuideLaser Safety InformationThe optical drive in this system unit is a classified as a Class 1 level Laser product. Theoptical drive

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xiiiPrefaceEnvironmental StandardsClimatic and Atmospheric SpecificationsBull NovaScale Servers comply with standards:• IEC 60068.2.1• IEC 60068.2.2•

xivInstallation Guide• ISO 2041• ISO 5348• ISO 5344• ISO 8626Operating Mode (on levelers)• Sinusoidal vibrations:– Duration: 1 sweep, 1 octave/mn– 5 –

xvPrefaceOperating LwAd Acoustical Power• 7.4 BelOperating Lpa Acoustical Pressure• 60 dBASafety SpecificationsBull NovaScale Servers comply with nati

xviInstallation GuideOverviewIntended ReadersThis guide is intended for use by qualified personnel in charge of setting up and starting BullNovaScale

xviiPrefaceInstallation FlowchartThis flowchart summarizes main installation and setup procedures.Unpacking the ServerInspect server packing, unpack a

xviiiInstallation Guide

1-1DeliveryChapter 1. DeliveryThis chapter explains delivery unpacking and inspection procedures for Bull NovaScale5000 Series servers. It includes th

1-2Installation GuideIntroductionThe NovaScale 5080/5160 Server is delivered rack–mounted and pre–cabled in one 19” /36U cabinet.Figure 1. Server cabi

1-3Delivery100 cm80 cm100 cm(39.4 in)(31.5 in)(39.4 in)200 cm(78.7 in)50 cm(19.7 in)130 cm(51.2 in)122 cm(48 in)CabinetPallet113 cm(44.5 in)65 cm↑↓(25

1-4Installation GuideUnpacking the Server Warning: The cabinet must not be unpacked before it has reached room temperature (24 hoursin the Computer Ro

1-5DeliveryRemoving Cabinet PackingTools Required:• Cutter• 27 mm wrench• 17 mm hex wrenchFigure 4. Removing the top, front, and rear covers1. Cut the

1-6Installation GuideInspecting the CabinetA preliminary visual inspection must be performed once the server has been unpacked andbefore unloading the

1-7DeliveryUnloading the Cabinet Important: To ensure safe handling, doors and side covers must be removed before unloadingthe cabinet from the palle

1-8Installation GuideFigure 6. Assembling / installing unloading rails5. Manually check that the pallet / rail / ramp assembly is secure.Removing Cabi

1-9Delivery4. Remove the left shipping bracket and store in a safe place.Figure 8. Removing cabinet shipping brackets5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the r

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1-10Installation Guide7. Raise the four jacking screws with the 27 mm hex wrench.Figure 10. Cabinet jacking screws and retaining brackets8. Carefully

1-11DeliveryInstalling and Securing the CabinetTools Required:• 27 mm hex wrench• 8 mm hex wrench1. Check required service clearance at the rear, fron

1-12Installation Guide Important: The front door opens flush with the front of the cabinet (180_ opening angle) and maybe fitted on either side of th

1-13DeliveryRemoving CSS Module Shipping BracketsEach Bull NovaScale Server CSS module is equipped with five yellow shipping brackets atthe rear of th

1-14Installation GuideInspecting Internal Components and CablingThe server is delivered pre–tested, pre–cabled, and ready for use.A general preliminar

1-15DeliveryRemoving the Front DoorTools Required:• Cabinet keyFigure 17. Removing the front door1. Unlock the front door with the key, pull the handl

1-16Installation GuideRefitting the Front DoorTools Required:• Cabinet keyFigure 18. Refitting the front door1. Firmly grip either side of the door an

1-17DeliveryRemoving the Rear DoorTools Required:• NoneFigure 19. Removing the rear door1. Open the rear door at an angle of 60° with the rear of the

1-18Installation GuideRefitting the Rear DoorTools Required:• NoneFigure 20. Refitting the rear door1. Firmly grip either side of the door and hook ca

1-19DeliveryRemoving Side CoversTools Required:• NoneFigure 21. Removing side covers1. Open the rear and front doors.2. Firmly grip both sides of the

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1-20Installation GuideRefitting Side CoversTools Required:• NoneFigure 22. Refitting side covers1. Firmly grip both sides of the side cover.2. Careful

1-21DeliveryGetting to Know the Server Note:Abbreviations and acronyms are documented in the Glossary.NovaScale 5080 ServerThe cabinet contains the fo

1-22Installation GuideNovaScale 5160 ServerThe cabinet contains the following components:Front Rear1CSS module with midplane, redundant powersupply a

1-23DeliveryServer ComponentsCentral Subsystem (CSS) ModuleThe CSS Module houses core hardware components. The CSS Module is located at thebottom of t

1-24Installation GuideConsole DrawerThe Console Drawer contains the keyboard, monitor and mouse used for local access to theserver and to the Platform

1-25DeliverySR–0812 Disk RackThe SR–0812 SCSI Disk Rack is delivered with four system disks (two RAID#1 and twospare disks) and offers four empty slot

1-26Installation GuideSJ–0812 Extension Disk RackThe SJ–0812 Extension Disk Rack offers eight empty slots for Customer data disks. TheExtension Disk R

1-27DeliveryStoreway FDA 2300 Disk RackThe Storeway FDA 2300 Disk Rack is delivered with three system disks (two RAID#1 andone spare disks) and offers

1-28Installation GuidePlatform Administration Processor (PAP) UnitThe PAP unit is linked to the server via the Platform Management Board (PMB). It hos

1-29DeliveryPower Distribution Unit (PDU)The PDU supplies mains power to the PAP unit, the Disk Rack, the KVM Switch, and theMonitor. When the server

iiiPrefaceTable of ContentsRegulatory Specifications and Disclaimers ix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Definition

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2-1Setup ProcedureChapter 2. Setup ProcedureThis chapter explains the procedures required to set up and start the server for the firsttime. It includ

2-2Installation GuideChecking PMB Code WheelsThe PMB links the server to the PAP unit, which displays server status data on the consolemonitor.The PMB

2-3Setup ProcedureChecking Server Cabling Important: Cables to external peripherals must NOT be connected before powering up the serverfor the first

2-4Installation GuideAccessing Server ComponentsOpening the Front DoorTools Required:• Cabinet keyFigure 38. Opening the front door1. Unlock the front

2-5Setup ProcedureSetting up the Console DrawerThe server is equipped with an integrated console for local administration and maintenanceoperations. T

2-6Installation GuideFigure 41. Positioning the monitor3. Manually position the monitor and check that the vacation switch on the right–hand sideof th

2-7Setup ProcedureClosing the Console Drawer1. Replace the mouse on the pad inside the drawer and push on the tab to replace themouse tray in its hous

2-8Installation GuideMounting Power Supply Cable Sockets CAUTION:To be performed by a certified electrician only.Tools Required• Multimeter• Phillips

2-9Setup ProcedureUnited States of AmericaThe server is equipped with two 20A AC power cables delivered with ready–mounted NEMAL6–30P plugs.Figure 45.

ivInstallation GuideChapter 2. Setup Procedure 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Checking P

2-10Installation GuidePDU Power Cable Socket1. Check that the power supply cable is not live with the multimeter.2. Carefully guide the PDU power supp

2-11Setup Procedure(1) Extra 1.5m cable length(2) Power supply cables to be provided by the customer(3) Plenum spaceFigure 46. Power supply cabling

2-12Installation GuideConnecting the Server to the Site Power Supply Important: Do NOT connect external data cables before powering up the server for

2-13Setup ProcedurePowering Up the ServerOnce the PDU and CSS module cables have been connected to the power outlets at thebase of the cabinet, reques

2-14Installation GuideChecking Server OperationOnce the server has been installed and powered up, correct operation must be checked. Important: The s

2-15Setup ProcedureTo complete installation, you need to open a Customer Administrator and a SupportAdministrator PAM session.To open a Customer Admin

2-16Installation GuideChecking Server Status via PAMThe PAM user interface is divided into three areas: a Status pane, a PAM Tree pane, and aControl p

2-17Setup ProcedurePAM Tree ToolbarThe PAM Tree toolbar, located at the top of the PAM Tree, is used to refresh, expand, orcollapse the tree display.T

2-18Installation GuideSimultaneous Connection Important: Before connecting to PAM from a remote computer, you are advised to disconnectfrom your loca

2-19Setup ProcedurePowering Up / Down the Server DomainThe Bull NovaScale 5000 Series server is designed to operate as a single SMP system andis deliv

vPrefaceChapter 3. Troubleshooting 3-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Server Power 3-2. .

2-20Installation GuidePowering Down the Domain1. Shut down the server domain from the Operating System.2. Toggle the local / integrated console from t

2-21Setup ProcedureCustomizing the ServerOnce the operational check has been successfully completed, the authorized CustomerService Engineer will cust

2-22Installation GuideCompleting PAP Unit ConfigurationPAP unit configuration is reserved for Customer Service Engineers. To complete PAP unitconfigur

2-23Setup ProcedureChanging the iStorage Manager User Name and PasswordStoreway FDA 1300 and Storeway FDA 2300 subsystems are delivered with iStorageM

2-24Installation GuideConnecting the PAP Unit to the Customer’s Enterprise LAN CAUTION:Remote access is a security hazard. Customers are strongly advi

2-25Setup ProcedureEnabling Remote Access to PAM on the Client ComputerThe PAM software utility can be accessed from any standard PC running under Mic

2-26Installation GuideConfiguring FTP Parameters for AutocallsIf the Customer’s maintenance contract includes the Autocall feature, configure FTPparam

2-27Setup ProcedureCompleting Microsoft Windows SetupBefore proceeding to complete setup:• Check Regional, Date/Time, and Time Zone settings.• Check

2-28Installation GuideCompleting Linux SetupBefore proceeding to complete setup:• Check Regional, Date/Time, and Time Zone settings.• Check that the

2-29Setup Procedure10.Hot plug the data disks removed before launching the setup completion procedure. Oncesetup is complete, the network is activated

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2-30Installation GuidePreparing SCSI Disk Racks Important: Only the system / spare disks used by the current Operating System instance mustbe accessi

2-31Setup ProcedureConnecting the Server to the Enterprise LANAt the Customer’s request, the system can be connected to the Enterprise LAN for remoteo

2-32Installation GuideTesting Network ConnectionsNetwork connections to the PAP unit and to the Bull NovaScale Server can be tested from aremote works

3-1TroubleshootingChapter 3. TroubleshootingThis chapter describes what to do if a problem occurs during installation. It includes thefollowing topics

3-2Installation GuideServer PowerProblem Possible Cause SolutionThe server does not powerup to standby.The CSS module power cable is notconnected or i

3-3TroubleshootingMouseProblem Possible Cause SolutionThe mouse does not movethe cursor or there is nocursor on the screen.The mouse signal has not be

3-4Installation GuideKeyboardProblem Possible Cause SolutionThe keyboard does notfunction.The KVM switch power button is notset to ON.Check the power

3-5TroubleshootingMonitorProblem Possible Cause SolutionThe monitor does not powerup (the status LED on themonitor is not alight).The monitor power bu

3-6Installation GuideKVM SwitchProblem Possible Cause SolutionThe green status / channelLEDs on the front of theKVM unit are not alight.The KVM unit

3-7TroubleshootingPAP UnitProblem Possible Cause SolutionThe PAP unit does notpower up (the status LED onthe PAP unit is not alight).The PAP unit powe

viiPrefaceList of FiguresFigure 1. Server cabinet 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-8Installation GuideDisk RackProblem Possible Cause SolutionThe disk rack does notpower up (the power on andpower status LEDs on theThe disk rack pow

3-9TroubleshootingCD/DVD DriveProblem Possible Cause SolutionThe inserted CD/DVD cannotbe read.The CD/DVD is faulty. Eject the CD/DVD. Check for visib

3-10Installation GuideLS 240 DriveProblem Possible Cause SolutionData cannot be written onthe inserted diskette.The diskette is write–protected. Remov

3-11TroubleshootingOperating SystemProblem Possible Cause SolutionMicrosoft Windows / Linuxdoes not start.Incorrect EFI boot option.See Maintenance an

3-12Installation GuidePAM SoftwareProblem Possible Cause SolutionMicrosoft Internet Explorer 6does not connect to thePAM Web site.The Maintenance LAN

A-1System SpecificationsAppendix A. SpecificationsThe following web site may be consulted for general site preparation information:http://www.cs.bull

A-2Installation GuidePower CablesAC (20A)Cable typeConnector type2 per cabinet3 x 4mm / AWG # 12 (US)C22 Appliance CouplerIt is mandatory for power

B-1Conversion TablesAppendix B. Conversion TablesImperial to Metric1 inch (”) 2.54 cm (centimeters)1 foot (’) (12 inches) 30.48 cm1 yards (yd) (3 feet

B-2Installation GuideCelsius to Fahrenheit ConversionMultiply the temperature in Celsius by 9, divide by 5 and add 32:(C_ x 9/5) + 32 = F_Fahrenheit

B-3Conversion TablesAZERTY/QWERTY Keyboard Lookup Table Warning: The EFI shell can only manage QWERTY keyboards. If you have an AZERTYkeyboard, please