Acer G330 Series manual

The Acer Altos G330 server is a single processor system featuring the latest in computing technology. It hosts a range of powerful and flexible features designed to meet the needs of various network environments. From simple networking functions to computing-intensive applications, the Altos G330 delivers.

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Acer G330 Series manual

Contents

Acer Altos G330 Series User’s GuidePage Class B equipment FCC declaration of conformityFCC notice Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Laser compliance statement Macrovision copyright protection notice CE declaration of conformity Acer Computer Shanghai Limited Declaration of conformity for EU countries Russian regulatory certification compliance Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructionsTurning the product off before cleaning Usage warnings Using electrical power Safe listening Product servicing Disposal instructions Mercury advisory Tips and information for comfortable use Finding your comfort zone Taking care of your vision Developing good work habits Contents Appendix a Intel Active Management Technology System BiosSystem troubleshooting Index 113 Appendix B Sata RAID configuration 103Appendix C SAS RAID configuration 109 Page System tour Page System specifications PerformanceProcessor Chipset Memory PCI interfaceVideo controller Sata II controller Ports Power supply and ventilationMedia storage Operating system MechanicalHardware monitoring and server management Component External and internal structureFront panel Rear panel No. Icon Component Internal components System boards Mainboard Backplane board No. Component Jumper Setting System jumpers Indicator Status Description System LED indicatorsFront panel LED indicators Status Green Amber Description Hot-plug HDD LED indicatorsLAN port LED indicators System setup Page Setting up the system Pre-installation requirementsChecking the package contents Selecting a site Connecting peripherals Turning on the system Power-on problems To turn off the system via hardware Turning off the systemTo turn off the system via software System setup System upgrade Page Installation precautions ESD precautions Pre-installation instructions Post-installation instructions Opening the server Removing the side panel Removing the front bezels Configuring a 5-25 inch storage device To install an optional storage device System upgrade To remove a hot-plug hard drive Configuring a hard driveHard drive configuration reminders To remove an easy-swap hard drive To install a hot-plug hard drive To install an easy-swap hard drive Upgrading the processor Processor configuration precautionsTo upgrade the processor System upgrade Page System upgrade Page System memory interface System memory configuration guidelinesUpgrading the system memory Interleave Channel a Channel B Total Mode Memory channel Dimm slot Population orderMemory 512 MB Single Channel To remove a memory module To install memory module Installing an expansion card To install an expansion cardPage System upgrade Replacing the Cmos battery To replace the Cmos battery Page System upgrade System Bios Page Bios overview Bios setup navigation keys Entering Bios setupBios setup interface Page Bios setup primary menus EnabledMain menu Parameter Description Option Advanced menu Processor Disabled Memory IDE Controller Enhanced Serial Port 3F8 USB Configuration PCI Power On PowerPower Off Boot Configuration Hardware Health Configuration Security menu To set a system password To change a system password System Bios To remove a system password To reset a lost password Server Management menu Parameter Description Option Console Redirection None Boot Options menu System Information ODD FDD HDD Error Manager Exit menu Parameter Description Parameter Description To clear the Cmos RAM using the mainboard jumper Clearing the Cmos RAM To obtain the Bios upgrade utility Upgrading the BiosTo record the current Bios settings To upgrade the Bios Troubleshooting Page Perform Purpose To do this Pre-troubleshooting procedureResetting the system Initial system startup problems Initial troubleshooting checklist Hardware diagnostic testing Checking the boot-up status Verifying the condition of the storage devices Confirming loading of the operating system FDD activity indicator does not light Component troubleshootingPower indicator does not light HDD activity indicator does not light DVD drive activity indicator does not lightNewly installed memory modules are not detected DVD tray cannot be ejected Network connection indicators do not light Network activity indicators do not lightThere is problem with the software program Peripheral device connected to a USB port does not work No characters appear on the monitor Post beep codes Number Possible cause Corrective action Beeps Appendix a Intel Active Management Technology Page Intel AMT functions Intel AMT featuresIntel AMT overview Intel AMT Bios Extension menu Enabling the Iamt Bios Extension menu Configuring the initial Iamt Bios settings Select Host Name Page Select Provisioning Model, then press Enter Configuration Page Enabling the onboard Intel Sata RAID function Sata RAID configuration utilitiesOnboard Intel Sata RAID configuration Entering the onboard Intel Sata RAID Configuration Utility Creating the RAID 1 volume Onboard LSI Sata RAID configuration Entering the onboard LSI RAID Configuration UtilityLoading the onboard LSI Sata RAID default setting Enabling the onboard LSI Sata RAID function Initializing the RAID volume Online Appendix C SAS RAID Page SAS RAID configuration support Creating the RAID 1 volume 112 Appendix C SAS RAID configuration Index 114 115 116