Lenovo RD230 manual Contents

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Chapter 1. About this manual . . . .

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Guidelines for servicing electrical equipment .

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Important Safety Information

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Working inside the server with the power on . .

. 40

Safety statements

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2

Handling static-sensitive devices

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41

Important information about replacing RoHS

 

 

Removing the server cover

. 42

compliant FRUs

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7

Installing, removing, or replacing optional hardware

 

 

 

 

devices

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43

Chapter 2. General information . . . .

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9

Installing or removing a memory module . .

. 43

Features

9

Removing or installing internal drives . . .

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46

Installing or removing the riser card . . . .

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56

Specifications

10

Installing or removing a PCI card

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59

Software programs

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11

Removing or installing the Ethernet card . .

. 61

EasyStartup

11

Installing, removing, or replacing hardware devices

63

EasyManage

11

Removing or installing the system board battery

63

Reliability, availability, and serviceability . . .

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11

Removing or installing the RAID controller. . . 64

 

 

 

Chapter 3. Diagnostics

13

Removing or installing the heat sink assembly. . 69

Removing or installing the microprocessor . . . 72

Troubleshooting tables

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13

Removing or installing the system fans . . .

. 75

DVD drive problems

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13

Removing or installing the power supply . .

. 77

General problems

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14

Removing or installing the system board . .

. 83

Hard disk drive problems

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14

Completing the parts replacement

. 87

Intermittent problems

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15

Installing the server cover

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87

Keyboard, mouse, or pointing-device problems

 

16

 

Connecting the cables

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87

Memory problems

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17

Turning on the server

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87

Microprocessor problems

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18

Updating the server configuration

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88

Monitor problems

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19

Turning off the server

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88

Optional-device problems

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20

Connecting external devices

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89

Power problems

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21

 

 

 

Serial port problems

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22

Chapter 6. Parts listing, RD230 Types

 

 

Software problems

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23

 

 

1043, 1044, 4010, and 4011

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91

Universal Serial Bus (USB) port problems . .

. 23

Replaceable server components

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92

Solving power problems

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23

Power cords

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98

Solving Ethernet controller problems

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24

 

 

 

Solving undetermined problems

. 25

Chapter 7. Configuring the server . .

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Event logs

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25

Viewing event logs without restarting the server

 

26

Using the Setup Utility program

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System event log

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26

Starting the Setup Utility program . . . .

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104

Diagnostic LEDs on the front control panel . . .

. 27

Introduction of the BIOS items

. 104

Onboard debug digitron

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27

Using passwords

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112

 

 

 

RAID controllers

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113

Chapter 4. Locating parts, controls,

 

 

Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup program . .

. 114

LEDs, and connectors

29

Before you use the EasyStartup DVD . . .

. 114

Front view

29

Setup and configuration

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114

Configuring RAID

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115

Rear view

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29

Typical operating system installation . . .

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115

Front control panel

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30

Configuring the onboard SATA software RAID .

. 116

Locating server components

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32

RAID information

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116

Locating parts on the system board

. 32

Starting the Intel Matrix Storage Manager

 

 

Locating connectors on the backplane . . . .

. 35

 

 

program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

 

 

 

Chapter 5. Installing, removing, or

 

 

Creating the RAID volume

. 117

 

 

Deleting the RAID volume

. 117

replacing hardware

37

Rebuilding the RAID volume

. 117

Guidelines

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37

Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controller . .

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117

Basic guidelines

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37

Updating the firmware

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118

System reliability guidelines

. 38

Using the EasyUpdate Firmware Updater

 

 

Guidelines for trained service technicians . . .

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39

program

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118

Inspecting for unsafe conditions

. 39

Installing the ThinkServer EasyManage program

 

119

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Lenovo RD230 manual Contents

RD230 specifications

The Lenovo RD240 and RD230 are key players in the realm of enterprise-class servers, leveraging advanced technologies to deliver efficiency, reliability, and performance. These servers are designed to cater to the demands of small to medium-sized businesses, providing robust solutions for various workloads.

The Lenovo RD240 is a 2U rack server that features dual-socket support for Intel Xeon processors. This capability allows it to handle intensive computational tasks seamlessly, making it ideal for virtualized environments and database management. Equipped with up to 512GB of DDR3 memory, the RD240 ensures high memory bandwidth and reduced latency, improving overall system responsiveness.

In terms of storage, the RD240 supports a versatile range of options, with configurations allowing for up to twelve 3.5-inch hard drives or a combination of SSDs and HDDs. This flexibility enables businesses to tailor their storage solutions based on performance and capacity needs. Additionally, the server includes integrated RAID options, which enhance data protection and availability.

On the other hand, the RD230 is a compact 1U rack server that prioritizes space efficiency without compromising on performance. Like its larger counterpart, the RD230 supports dual Intel Xeon processors, but its design focuses on providing a more streamlined solution for environments with limited rack space. With support for up to 128GB of RAM, the RD230 can efficiently handle various applications, from web hosting to application serving.

Both servers are equipped with advanced management tools, such as the Lenovo XClarity Controller, which simplifies system monitoring and maintenance. This allows IT administrators to deploy updates, monitor hardware health, and manage resources with ease, leading to minimized downtime and optimized performance.

Furthermore, Lenovo places a strong emphasis on energy efficiency, ensuring that both the RD240 and RD230 have features like power management and cooling technologies. These innovations reduce their carbon footprint while lowering operating expenses, making them attractive choices for environmentally-conscious businesses.

In summary, the Lenovo RD240 and RD230 servers offer a blend of performance, flexibility, and efficient management, catering to the diverse needs of modern enterprises. With their robust features and reliable characteristics, they stand as dependable solutions for businesses looking to enhance their IT infrastructure while supporting future scalability.