Dell 2100/200, 2100/180 manual Installation for Novell NetWare, Troubleshooting for Windows NT

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Troubleshooting for Windows NT

The boot manager for Windows NT contains recovery logic to allow you to return to the last known good configuration. If you have changed your host adapter configuration and Windows NT no longer boots, follow these steps to recover:

1.Undo any hardware changes you have made to the computer since it was last operational.

2.Reboot the computer. Watch the display carefully during start-up. If the following message appears, press the <Spacebar> and follow the instructions on the screen to continue booting with the last known good configuration:

Press spacebar NOW to invoke the Last Known Good menu

3.Once your computer is operational again, check all of the hardware and software configuration changes you want to make. Look specifically for conflicts with parts of the existing system configu- ration that are not being changed.

If you cannot determine the source of the error, contact Dell for assistance. See Chapter 8, “Getting Help,” in the Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions on contacting Dell for technical assistance.

Installation for Novell NetWare

Read this section to find out about the NetWare operating system installation, including:

Installing the EZ-SCSI utility

Calculating the slot number

Installing and/or updating the Dell SCSI driver for NetWare

Using command line options that can be specified when the driver is loaded

Automatic driver loading using startup.ncf and autoexec.ncf

Booting a NetWare server from a SCSI drive, for- matting media, and using removable media

Error messages generated during initialization

Installation Overview

This section provides the information needed to install and use the Dell SCSI drivers for NetWare 3.12 and 4.x. The Dell SCSI drivers for NetWare support the optional Adaptec AHA-2940UW and all Adaptec 78xx series SCSI controllers.

Before you begin installation of the SCSI drivers for Novell NetWare, you must create a diskette of drivers for the version of NetWare you are using (3.12 or 4.x) and a diskette that contains the Adaptec EZ-SCSI utility. Chap- ter 2, “Using the Dell Server Assistant CD,” provides instructions for creating these diskettes.

NOTE: Be sure to use the SCSI Driver diskettes created from the Dell Server Assistant CD rather than the SCSI drivers provided with the operating system.

The Dell SCSI drivers for NetWare are fully NetWare- tested and approved. The NetWare \scsi subdirectory on the NetWare 3.12 drivers diskette you create contains files to be used with NetWare 3.12. The \scsi subdirectory on the NetWare 4.x drivers diskette you create contains files to be used with NetWare 4.x. The following files appear in the \scsi subdirectories on both NetWare driver diskettes:

readme.txt — An American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII) text file describing Adaptec’s drivers for NetWare

aic7870.dsk — Adaptec’s 78xx Family driver for NetWare

aspitran.dsk — Adaptec’s ASPI® transport layer driver for NetWare

aspicd.dsk — Adaptec’s device driver for a CD-ROM drive

In addition, the \scsi subdirectory on your NetWare 4.x drivers diskette contains the following files:

aic7870.ddi — A driver definition information file to provide setup information to NetWare during installation; NetWare can then prompt you with parameters to be configured for the device driver during the installation process.

aspicd.ddi — A device driver definition file.

aspitran.ddi — A device driver definition file.

Installing and Configuring SCSI Drivers

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Contents USER’S Guide Page Ergonomic Computing Habits Safety InstructionsWhen Using Your Computer System Page Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge When Working Inside Your ComputerPage About This Guide PrefaceNotational Conventions Warranty and Return Policy InformationOther Documents You May Need Example autoexec.bat and c\windows Typographical ConventionsPage Introduction System FeaturesDell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Supported Operating Systems Connecting External DevicesFront Panel Getting Help Preventing Unauthorized Access Inside the ComputerCD Main Menu Using the Dell Server Assistant CDBooting the CD Choose Language Configure the SystemRun System Utilities Use Online ManualsCreate Windows NT Server 3.51 Diskettes Create Operating System Support DiskettesCreate NetWare 4.x Diskettes Create NetWare 3.12 DiskettesVideo Drivers Installing Video Drivers for Windows NTAsset Tag Utility Restart Windows NTAssigning and Deleting an Asset Tag Number Using the Asset Tag UtilityAsset Tag Command-Line Options Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide SCSISelect Utility Installing and Configuring Scsi DriversScsi Select Default Settings Default Scsi Controller Settings Basic Host Adapter SettingsBoot Device Settings Advanced Host Adapter Settings Scsi Device SettingsStarting the SCSISelect Utility Using SCSISelect Menus Installation for Microsoft Win- dows NTUsing the Scsi Disk Utilities Installation OverviewPerforming a Windows NT 3.51 Installation Installing Windows NT 3.51 and the DriverPerforming a Windows NT 4.0 Installation Using Windows NT to Install or Update the DriverInstalling or Updating the Driver With Win- dows NT Removing a Host Adapter When you see the following message, click OK to exitSwapping a Host Adapter Restart your computerTroubleshooting for Windows NT Installation for Novell NetWareCalculating the Slot Number Installing EZ-SCSIPerforming a NetWare 4.x Installation Installing NetWare and the DriverLoad pathname aic7870.dsk options slot=x Performing a NetWare 3.12 InstallationLoad Command Line Options Using NetWare to Install or Update the DriverUsing the load Command Line Options Lunenable= Devenable=Tagdisable IocombineUsing Scsi Devices Sample load CommandBit Mask Options Load pathname aic7870 options slot=xUsing Removable Media Booting From a Scsi DeviceFiles Necessary to Set Up Booting From a Scsi Device Formatting MediaRead After Write Verify Options Using NetWare-Tested and -Approved DrivesDrive Status Items Optimizing Performance Using the NetWare Tape Backup UtilitySetting Up a CD-ROM Drive With Net- Ware 3.12 or Non-Host-Adapter Specific Troubleshooting for NetWareHost-Adapter Specific OffDell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide System Setup Screens Using the System Setup ProgramConfiguration Options and System Data Title BoxKey Functions System Setup KeysHelp Main Menu of the System Setup Program Entering the System Setup ProgramMain Menu Categories Boot Options Submenu Boot Options Submenu CategoriesNum Lock Service TagSpeaker MicroprocessorAdvanced Menu Categories Advanced Menu of the System Setup ProgramSerial Port Parallel ModeParallel Port Diskette ControllerSecurity Menu Categories Security Menu of the System Setup ProgramUser Password Is Supervisor Password IsSet Supervisor Password Set User PasswordVirus Check Reminder Exit Menu CategoriesUsing the Password Features Operating With a Supervisor Password Enabled Using Your Supervisor Password to Secure Your SystemDeleting or Changing an Existing Super- visor Password Using the User Password FeatureUsing Your User Password to Secure Your System Assigning a User PasswordDisabling a Forgotten Password Deleting or Changing an Existing User PasswordPassword Options Password OptionsResponding to Error Messages Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide System Board Options Using the Eisa Configuration UtilityConfiguring EISA, ISA, and PCI Expansion Cards When to Run the Eisa Configu- ration Utility How to Run the Eisa Configura- tion UtilityUsing Online Instructions Starting the Eisa Configuration UtilityMaking Selections in the Eisa Configu- ration Utility Configure Computer Learn About Configuring Your ComputerImportant Eisa Configuration Information Main MenuAdding an Expansion Card Add or Remove BoardsRepositioning an Expansion Card View or Edit DetailsDisplay the list of system board options as follows Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Eisa System Board Options Screen Example Advanced Menu Maintain System Configuration DisketteSet Date and Set Time Exit From This UtilityResolving Resource Conflicts Set Verification Mode MenuView Additional System Information Menu Maintain SCI Files MenuSystem Board Options Screen Modeling ModeHow Password Security Works Deleting an Existing Supervisor Password Assigning or Changing a Supervisor PasswordSelect the Supervisor Password category Type your new supervisor passwordDeleting an Existing User Password Assigning or Changing a User PasswordSelect the User Password category Type your new user passwordDisabling a Forgotten Password Before You Begin Safety First-For You and Your ComputerWorking Inside Your Computer Replacing the Computer Cover System OrientationRemoving the Computer Cover Replacing the Front Bezel Removing the Front BezelInside Your Computer Unpacking Your Hardware OptionWorking Inside Your Computer Inside the Chassis-Front/Right Side View Inside the Chassis-Back/Left Side View Removing the System Board Assembly Removing and Replacing the System Board AssemblyPartially remove the system board assembly from the chassis Disconnect the following cables from the system boardReconnect the cables to the system board Replacing the System Board AssemblyInstall the system board assembly in the chassis Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide System Board Features Installing System Board OptionsExpansion Card Examples Expansion CardsExpansion Slots Installing an Expansion CardRemoving an Expansion Card Installing an Expansion CardDIMMs and Dimm Sockets Adding MemoryDimm Installation Guidelines Memory Upgrade KitsInstalling System Board Options Sample Dimm Configurations Performing a Memory UpgradeInstalling a Dimm Removing a Dimm Installing a Microprocessor UpgradeUnpack the new microprocessor Remove the heat sinkRemove the microprocessor chip from the socket 10. Pin-1 Identification Install the microprocessor chip in the socket Fig- ureReplace the microprocessor securing clip 12. Installing the Heat SinkRemove the old battery Replacing the System BatteryInstall the new battery with the side labeled + fac- ing up Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Jumpers Installing Drives in the External BaysConfiguring a Drive External Drive Bay Hardware Removing Metal Inserts Removing and Replacing Front- Panel InsertsRemoving and Replacing Plastic Inserts Removing a Metal Insert Connecting the DriveDC Power Cables Installing Drives in the External BaysDiskette Drive Interface Cable Prepare the drive for installationVerify correct operation of your system Installing Scsi Drives in the External Bays10 -Pin to 50-Pin Adapter Configure the controller card if necessary11. Connecting an Optional Scsi Controller Card Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Scsi ID Numbers Installing Drives in the Internal BaysScsi Configuration Guidelines Scsi Termination Jumper Locations Device TerminationScsi Cable Configuring the Boot DeviceScsi Cable for a PowerEdge 2100 System Unpack each Scsi drive, and prepare it for installation Installing Scsi Hard-Disk Drives in the Internal BaysReinstall the hard-disk drive cage in the chassis Figure Install the Scsi drives in the hard-disk drive cageAttach the Scsi cable to each Scsi drive Test the Scsi drivesTable A-1. Technical Specifications Technical SpecificationsDrives Power Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Jumpers-A General Explanation Hardware Configuration FeaturesFigure B-1. System Board Jumpers Table B-1. System Board Jumpers Cardbios VGA EisaTable B-2. Connectors and Sockets on the System Board Connectors and SocketsSerial and Parallel Ports Ports and ConnectorsFigure B-3. Pin Numbers for the Serial Port Connectors Serial Port ConnectorsTable B-3. Pin Assignments for the Serial Port Connectors Parallel Port ConnectorKeyboard and Mouse Connectors Mouse Connector Keyboard ConnectorRED Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Backup Devices Scheduling BackupsRecovering Data Maintaining the SystemRecommended Tools and Accessories Cleaning System ComponentsCleaning the Computer, Monitor, and Keyboard Exteriors Cleaning DrivesEnvironmental Factors TemperatureHumidity AltitudeElectromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference Dust and ParticlesCorrosion Shock and Vibration Power Source InterruptionsMagnetism Uninterruptible Power Supply Power Protection DevicesSurge Protectors Line ConditionersFCC Notices U.S. Only Regulatory NoticesClass a Class BCE Notice IC Notice Canada OnlyEN 55022 Compliance Czech Republic Only Class 2 Notice Vcci Notices Japan OnlyClass 1 Notice Korean Regulatory Notice Polish Center for Testing and Certification NoticeWymagania Polskiego Centrum Badañ i Certyfikacji Pozosta³e instrukcje bez pieczeñstwaRegulatory Notices D-141 Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Coverage During Year One Limited Three-Year Warranty U.S. OnlyWarranties and Return Policy General Limited Three-Year Warranty Canada OnlyCoverage During Years Two and Three Warranties and Return Policy E-145 Total Satisfaction Return Policy U.S. and Canada Only Table F-1. Technical Specifications Drives Technical Specifications F-149 Dell PowerEdge 2100/180 and 2100/200 Systems User’s Guide Glossary BBS BiosBTU BZTCD-ROM CcftCGA CmosDIN DimmDIP DMAECC DTEECP EDOFCC FATGUI HMAIRQ IPXISA ITEMBR LUNMDA MGANMI NLMNtfs NvramPqfp PostPRN PVCRTC ROMScsi SdmsTSR TFTUMB UPSVGA VDSVesa Vram VlsiXMM XMS
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