Installation Procedures

50

 

Installing the I/O Gasket and Shield

50

 

Configuring Chassis Standoffs

52

 

Installing Rubber Bumpers

53

 

Installing the Server Board

54

 

Installing Memory

55

 

Installing the Processor(s)

56

 

Installing the Processor Wind Tunnel

58

 

Installing the Optional SCSI Add-in Card

60

 

Making Connections to the Server Board

61

 

Cable Routing

62

 

Finishing Up

64

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Upgrading

 

 

Tools and Supplies Needed

65

 

Cautions

65

 

Memory

66

 

Processors

67

 

Adding or Replacing a Processor

68

 

Installing the Processor Wind Tunnel

70

 

Removing a Processor

72

 

Replacing the Backup Battery

72

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Solving Problems

 

 

Resetting the System

75

 

Initial System Startup

75

 

Checklist

75

 

Running New Application Software

76

 

Checklist

76

 

After the System Has Been Running Correctly

76

 

Checklist

76

 

More Problem Solving Procedures

77

 

Preparing the System for Diagnostic Testing

77

 

Monitoring POST

77

 

Verifying Proper Operation of Key System Lights

78

 

Confirming Loading of the Operating System

78

 

Specific Problems and Corrective Actions

78

 

Power Light Does Not Light

78

 

No Characters Appear on Screen

79

 

Characters Are Distorted or Incorrect

79

 

System Cooling Fans Do Not Rotate Properly

80

 

Diskette Drive Activity Light Does Not Light

80

 

Hard Disk Drive Activity Light Does Not Light

81

 

CD-ROM Drive Activity Light Does Not Light

81

 

Cannot Connect to a Server

81

 

Problems with Network

81

 

PCI Installation Tips

82

 

Problems with Application Software

82

 

Bootable CD-ROM Is Not Detected

82

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