Acer Altos G510 Bedienungsanleitung

Acer Altos G510 seriesUser’s guideBB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!j!!Uivstebz-!Kvof!23-!3114!!2;34!QN

To remove the side panel 43To remove the air baffle 44Configuring the Hot Plug HDD cage 45To remove the Hot Plug HDD cage 46To install a hard disk int

4 BIOS setup88ECP Mode DMA ChannelAssigns a DMA (Direct Memory Access) channel for the ECP (Extended Capabilities Port) parallel port function. Thi

89IDE ConfigurationThe IDE Configuration submenu lets you define the parameter settings related to the hard disk/s. Parameter DescriptionOnboard

4 BIOS setup90Hard Disk Write ProtectEnables or disables the hard disk write protect functionParameter DescriptionBB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!:1!!Uivsteb

91Primary/Secondary IDE Master/SlaveThese items let you select the IDE hard disk parameters that the system supports. Parameter Description Opti

4 BIOS setup92Block Mode Enhances disk performance depending on the hard disk in use. If you set this parameter to Auto, BIOS setup automatically de

93Floppy ConfigurationThe Floppy Configuration submenu displays the type of floppy drive installed in the server. Parameter Description OptionFlo

4 BIOS setup94PCI/PnP ConfigurationThe PCI/PnP Configuration submenu lets you specify the settings for the PCI devices. Parameter Description O

95Reset Configure DataBIOS setup stores the configuration data of Plug and Play devices in NVRAM (Non-vola-tile Random Access Memory). When this para

4 BIOS setup96Boot Settings ConfigurationThe Boot Settings Configuration submenu lets you specify the preferred settings for system bootup. Para

97Quiet Boot Enables or disables the Quiet Boot func-tion. When set to Enabled, BIOS setup is in graphical mode and displays only an iden-tification

ATAPI CD-ROM Devices 108Security 109To set a Supervisor/User password 110To change the Supervisor/User password 110To remove the User password 110Exit

4 BIOS setup98Wait for 'F1' if ErrorWhen this item is enabled you will be prompted to press F1 when an error is detected during boot up. En

99Event Log ConfigurationThe Event Log Configuration submenu lets you specify the appropriate settings for the system’s event handling function. The

4 BIOS setup100BIOS POST Event LoggingBIOS checks the bad processors and mem-ory modules during the POST process. When this parameter is enabled, it

101Onboard Devices ConfigurationThe Onboard Devices Configuration submenu lets you specify settings that are related to the system hardware. Paramet

4 BIOS setup102PowerThe Power menu allows you to configure the system’s power management feature. Parameter Description OptionACPI-aware O/S This p

103AC Power FailureDefines the power state to resume to after a system shutdown that is due to an inter-ruption in AC power.When set to Last State, th

4 BIOS setup104BootThe Boot menu allows you to specify the preferred settings during system bootup.Press Enter to enter the submenu screen of the par

105Boot Device PriorityThe Boot Device Priority submenu lets you specify the boot search sequence during the POST process. BIOS setup will display an

4 BIOS setup106Hard Disk DrivesThe Hard Disk Drives submenu lets you specify the devices that will be considered as the primary and secondary hard dr

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4 BIOS setup108ATAPI CD-ROM DevicesThe ATAPI (Advanced Technology Attachment Packet Interface) CD-ROM submenu displays the type of ATAPI CD-ROM avail

109SecurityThe Security menu allows you to safeguard and protect the system from unauthorized use by setting up access passwords. Parameter Descripti

4 BIOS setup110Clear User PasswordPress Enter to remove the User pass-word.Parameter Description OptionBB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!221!!Uivstebz-!Kvof!23

111To set a Supervisor/User password1 Use the up/down keys to highlight a password parameter (Supervisor Password or User Password) then press Enter.

4 BIOS setup112To change the Supervisor/User password1 Use the up/down keys to highlight either change password parameters (Change Supervisor Passwor

113To remove the User password1 Use the up/down keys to highlight the Clear User Password parameter then press Enter.2 Enter the current password then

4 BIOS setup114ExitThe Exit menu displays the various options to quit from the BIOS setup. Highlight any of the exit options then press Enter. Pa

115Load Failsafe DefaultsLoads the failsafe settings for all BIOS parameters.Failsafe settings, compared to the optimal settings, are not quite as dem

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Appendix A: ASM Quick Installation GuideBB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!224!!Uivstebz-!Kvof!23-!3114!!2;34!QN

1 System tourBB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!2!!Uivstebz-!Kvof!23-!3114!!2;34!QN

This appendix shows you how to install the ASM software package.BB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!225!!Uivstebz-!Kvof!23-!3114!!2;34!QN

115Installing ASMAcer Server Manager (ASM) consists of the ASM Console and the ASM Agent. These two components are both required to perform server ma

Appendix A: ASM Quick Installation Guide1162 Insert the EasyBUILDTM Management CD into the server’s CD-ROM drive. The installation sequence will auto

Appendix B: Altos G510 Rack Installation GuideBB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!228!!Uivstebz-!Kvof!23-!3114!!2;34!QN

This appendix shows you how to install the optional rack mount kit for Acer Altos G510.BB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!229!!Uivstebz-!Kvof!23-!3114!!2;34!QN

119System rack installationAside from its tower configuration, the Altos G510 server system can also be mounted in a rack-model position. A rack moun

Appendix B: Altos G510 Rack Installation Guide120The four vertical rails of a rack contain mounting holes arranged in a manner shown in the figure be

121Screw types for rack installationThe following screws are used in the mounting process for the Acer Altos G510 and other rack-mount components. Scr

Appendix B: Altos G510 Rack Installation Guide122Installing the system into the rackTo install the system into the rack:1 Remove the front bezel fro

123(3) Gently twist and pull the stands from the server. The Rack Mount Kit contains two sets of rack brackets and mounting rails. The rack brac

The Acer Altos G510 series server is a powerful dual-processor system loaded with a host of new and innovative features. The system offers a new stan

Appendix B: Altos G510 Rack Installation Guide124Do the same thing with the other rack bracket. 5 Attach the inner rails to the top and bottom (sides

125 6 Attach the two side handles to the server using two hex head (2 on page 113) screws for each handle. 7 Set the server aside. 8 Attach the rack b

Appendix B: Altos G510 Rack Installation Guide126leave them loose enough to allow length adjustment when installing the mounting rails to the rack.

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Appendix B: Altos G510 Rack Installation Guide12810 Extend the middle sliding piece of each mounting rail forward until it clicks. 11 Install the ser

129 Caution! To avoid personal injury, care should be taken when pressing the component rail release latches and sliding the component into the rack.

Appendix B: Altos G510 Rack Installation Guide130(2) Install two cage nuts in the rail to which the cable arm is to be attached. Extend the cable ar

131(5) The cable arm will protect the cables when the system is being moved into or out of the server rack.BB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!242!!Uivstebz-!Kvof

Appendix B: Altos G510 Rack Installation Guide132BB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!243!!Uivstebz-!Kvof!23-!3114!!2;34!QN

Appendix C: Onboard SCSI Integrated MirroringBB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!244!!Uivstebz-!Kvof!23-!3114!!2;34!QN

3Features summaryHighlighted below are the system’s key features:• Single or dual Intel® XeonTM processor• ServerWorks GC-SL core logic chipset consis

This appendix contains information on setting up and using the SCSI integrated mirroring capability.BB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!245!!Uivstebz-!Kvof!23-!31

135LSI Integrated Mirroring SettingThe Integrated Mirroring (IM) configuration screens are designed to allow users to create a mirrored pair of hard d

Appendix C: Onboard SCSI Integrated Mirroring136Windows 2000 EnvironmentPlatform installation:1 Copy the LSI Logic 1020 Ultra 320 SCSI driver to disk

137Installing the CIM UtilityLocate the CIM software on the EasyBuild 5.2 - Resource CD and extract the CIM_20000.zip file.1 Double click on the “inst

Appendix C: Onboard SCSI Integrated Mirroring1385 Complete the installation by following the on-screen instructions.Using CIMThe CIM utility can be u

1393 If an HDD in a mirrored set has failed, the Resynchronization process will begin.Red Hat Linux 7.3/8.0 EnvironmentRed Hat Linux operating systems

Appendix C: Onboard SCSI Integrated Mirroring140NOTE: The utility will be installed in the directory /usr/local/bin/LSICIM by default.5 Select “LSI C

141IndexAAcer Server Manager (ASM) 115,135system requirements 115, 136, 137, 139ASM Agent 115, 138,140ASM Console 115system set

142post-installation instructions 37preinstallation instructions 36Tturning off the system 32turning on the system 27power-on problems

1 System tour4External and internal structureFront bezelNote: One pair of system keys are provided (attached to the rear panel of the system). BB!H6

5Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all front bezel features indicated on the table below apply to both the Altos G510 and Altos G510 Basic models.No.

1 System tour6Front panel Altos G510 Basic model Altos G510 modelBB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!7!!Uivstebz-!Kvof!23-!3114!!2;34!QN

7Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all front panel features indicated on the table below apply to both the Altos G510 and Altos G510 Basic models. No

Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such cha

1 System tour8 No. Description18Hot Plug HDD power indicator 1 (for Hot Plug HDD cage only)1 This indicator lights up green to indicate HDD power on

9Rear panel Altos G510 Basic modelAltos G510 modelBB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!:!!Uivstebz-!Kvof!23-!3114!!2;34!QN

1 System tour10Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all rear panel features indicated on the table below apply to both the Altos G510 and Altos G510 Ba

1115 Rear system fan16 Ventilation slots1 N/A on Altos G510 or G510 Basic model. Reserved for future models.2 This indicator will light up green when

1 System tour12Internal componentsAltos G510 Basic modelAltos G510 modelBB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!23!!Uivstebz-!Kvof!23-!3114!!2;34!QN

13Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all internal components indicated on the table below apply to both the Altos G510 and Altos G510 Basic models. N

1 System tour14System boardsMainboard layoutThe mainboard becomes accessible once you open the system. It should look like the figure shown belowBB!

15Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all mainboard features indicated on the table below apply to both the Altos G510 and Altos G510 Basic models.Item

1 System tour16JF1 CPU 1 fan connectorJF4 Front fan connectorJF5 CPU 2 fan connectorJF8 Rear system fan connectorJP2 Power supply mangement cable con

17U19 LSI 53C1020 SCSI ChipsetU27 ServerWorks CIOBx2 chipsets (I/O bridge)U34 ATI Rage XL VGA chipsetU45 ServerWorks CSB5 chipset (south bridge)U46 Fl

iiiNoticesFCC noticeClass A devices do not have an FCC logo or FCC IDE on the label. Class B devices have an FCC logo or FCC IDE on the label. Once

1 System tour18Hot Plug HDD Cage backplane board layout Note: The Hot Plug HDD cage board feature is only applicable to the Altos G510 model. Label

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This chapter gives you instructions on how to set up the system. Procedures on how to connect peripherals are also explained. BB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf

21Setting up the systemPreinstallation requirementsSelecting a siteBefore unpacking and installing the system, select a suitable site for the system f

2 System setup22Connecting peripheralsThe system unit, keyboard, mouse, and monitor constitute the basic system. Before connecting any other periphe

23To connect the PS/2 mouse Plug the PS/2 mouse cable into the PS/2 mouse port (green port) located on the rear panel of the server.BB!H621!.!FO/cpp

2 System setup24To connect the VGA monitorTo connect the VGA monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the VGA/monitor port (blue port) located o

25To connect a printerThe system supports both parallel and serial printers.To connect a parallel printer, plug the printer cable into the parallel/pr

2 System setup26To connect the power cablePlug the power cable into the power cable socket located on the rear panel of the server. Then plug the ot

27Turning on the systemAfter making sure that you have properly set up the system and connected all the required cables, you can now power on the syst

ivNotice: Shield cablesAll connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.Noti

2 System setup28Power-on problemsIf the system does not boot after you have applied power, check the following factors that might have caused the boo

29Operating system configurationThe Acer Altos G510 series server comes with Acer EasyBUILDTM that allows you to conveniently install your choice of

2 System setup30Network connectionThe server has one 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Etherned LAN port located on the rear panel for fast network connectio

31Tower-to-rack optionAside from its tower configuration, the Acer Altos G510 series server can also be mounted in a rack-model position. A rack moun

2 System setup32Turning off the systemTo turn off the server, on the Windows taskbar click on the Start button, point to Shut Down..., select Shut do

3 Upgrading the systemBB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!44!!Uivstebz-!Kvof!23-!3114!!2;34!QN

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35Upgrading the systemCertain components of the server are upgradeable such as the drives, the CPU, the memory, and the expansion cards. However, for

3 Upgrading the system36Installation precautionsBefore you install any server component, we recommend that you read the following sections. These se

37See the following sections for specific installation instructions on the component you want to install.Warning! Failure to properly turn off the se

v• The RAID-1 feature only supports 2 hard disk drives (one RAID-1 volume with one spare HDD).• Currently, synchronization does not perform real-time

3 Upgrading the system38Opening the serverCaution! Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned off your system and all peripherals connected

39Before opening the serverBefore opening the server, observe the following precautions:1 Turn off the system and all the peripherals connected to it.

3 Upgrading the system40To open the front bezelA security lock secures the front bezel to protect your system unit against unauthorized access. To

41To remove the front bezelThe front bezel is attached to the chassis by screwless hinges. To remove the front bezel:1 Unlock the door with the key (

3 Upgrading the system42To remove the inner (front) panelThe inner front panel is attached to the chassis by thumb latches at the top and screwless h

43To remove the side panelThe side panel is attached to the server by three (non-removeable) thumbscrews.To remove the side panel:1 Loosen the three t

3 Upgrading the system44To remove the air baffleRemove the air baffle to allow easy access to the motherboard and system components. Follow the steps

45Configuring the Hot Plug HDD cage This section includes instructions for removing and installing the Hot Plug HDD cage as well as procedures on how

3 Upgrading the system46To remove the Hot Plug HDD cage Important: Before detaching the Hot Plug HDD cage from the chassis, make sure to first remov

473 Loosen the four thumbscrews that secure the Hot Plug HDD cage to the chassis (1). 4 Pull the cage from the chassis (2).BB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!58

viImportant safety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference.1 Follow all warnings and instructions

3 Upgrading the system48To install a hard disk into the Hot Plug HDD cage hard disk carrierNote: You need not remove the Hot Plut HDD cage from the

493 When applicable, pull out any previously installed hard disk.4 Install a hard disk in the hard disk carrier then secure it with the four screws yo

3 Upgrading the system50To install the Hot Plug HDD cage 1 Detach the chassis panels and remove the air baffle. 2 Connect the following cables to the

513 Insert the Hot Plug HDD cage into the housing (1), then tighten the four thumbscrews to secure it to the chassis (2).4 Attach the other end of the

3 Upgrading the system52Configuring the non-Hot Plug HDD cable cage This section includes instructions for removing and installing the HDD cable cage

53To remove the HDD cable cage 1 Turn off the system and all the peripherals connected to it.2 Unplug all cables from the power outlets.3 Place the sy

3 Upgrading the system54To install a hard disk into the HDD cable cage1 Remove the HDD cable cage from the chassis. Refer to the instructions in the

553 Install a new hard disk into the cage then secure it with the four screws you removed in the previous step. 4 Reinstall the HDD cable cage to the

3 Upgrading the system56To install the SCSI cable cage 1 Turn off the system and all the peripherals connected to it.2 Unplug all cables from the pow

576 Connect the SCSI cable and the SCSI HDD power cable to the hard disk drive. 7 Reinstall the air baffle and the chassis panels. BB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!

viid If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operat

3 Upgrading the system58Installing and removing storage devicesThe system supports one 3.5-inch and two 5.25-inch internal storage devices. The syst

59To replace the 3.5-inch floppy drive1 Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation procedures described on page 36.2 Disconnect the IDE and flop

3 Upgrading the system604 Remove the four screws that hold the old drive to the drive carrier then pull it out. 5 Install a new 3.5-inch drive in the

616 Insert the drive carrier with the newly-installed floppy drive into the drive bay. 7 Connect the floppy drive and 4-pin power cables to the new d

3 Upgrading the system62To install a 5.25-inch storage deviceNote: If you are installing a new drive in an empty drive bay, skip steps 2 to 4.1 Obse

634 Insert the CD-ROM drive into the drive bay and secure it with the screws you removed in the previous step.5 Connect the power and IDE cables to th

3 Upgrading the system64Upgrading the CPUThis section includes instructions for removing and installing a CPU.BB!H621!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!75!!Uivstebz-!K

65To remove a CPU with heatsinkBefore installing a new CPU in a socket, remove first any previously installed CPU from that socket.Important: Before

3 Upgrading the system664 Follow the steps below to unlock and remove the CPU.(1) Lift the CPU locking lever until it is fully extended.(2) Gently

67Processor SequenceIf only one CPU is to be installed, it must be installed in the CPU 1 socket; if such is the case, the CPU 2 socket no longer requ

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3 Upgrading the system68To install a CPU with heatsink 1 Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation procedures described on page 36. 2 Locate t

69After locking the CPU in place, follow the two remaining steps to replace the heatsink and fan.(1) Replace the heatsink on top of the CPU. (2) Pre

3 Upgrading the system70Upgrading the system memoryThis section includes instructions for removing and installing a memory module. BB!H621!.!FO/cppl

71To remove a DIMMBefore installing a new DIMM in a socket, remove first any previously installed DIMM from that socket.Important: Before removing an

3 Upgrading the system72To install a DIMM1 Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation procedures described on page 36.2 Locate the DIMM socket

73Installing an expansion cardThis section explains how to install an expansion card. The onboard expansion slots support PCI (Peripheral Component I

3 Upgrading the system74To install an expansion cardNote: The illustrations used in this section show the Altos G510 server chassis.1 Observe the ES

758 Secure the card with the bracket screw removed in step 3 above (2). 9 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 37. BB!H621!.!F

3 Upgrading the system76Installing a redundant power supply module The Altos G510 server power subsystem consists of two hot-swappable power supply m

77To install a redundant power supply module1 Remove the screw securing the cover of the empty optional power supply module bay, then remove the cover

ContentsNotices iiiFCC notice iiiLaser compliance statement ivLimitations of LSI IM ivImportant safety instructions vi1 System tour 1Features summ

3 Upgrading the system783 Press the module handle to secure the power supply module to the bay.4 Verify that the power indicators on both the main po

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This chapter gives information about the system BIOS and discusses how to configure the system by changing the settings of the BIOS parameters.BB!H621

81BIOS setup BIOS setup is a hardware configuration program built into your system's Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). Since most systems are al

4 BIOS setup82Entering BIOS setupPower on the server to start the system POST (Power On Self Test) process. During bootup, press Ctrl-Alt-Esc to ent

83• Use the Enter key to display a submenu screen.Note: When a parameter is preceded by a (>), it means that a submenu screen is available. • Pre

4 BIOS setup84MainThe Main menu displays basic and important information about the system. These information is necessary for troubleshooting and ma

85System Time Sets the time following the hour-minute-second format. Valid values for hour, minute, and second are:Hour: 00 to 23Minute: 00 to 59Seco

4 BIOS setup86AdvancedThe Advanced menu contains parameter values that define how the system behaves on startup.Warning! Be cautious in setting param

87Super I/O ConfigurationThe Super I/O Configuration submenu lets you define the parameter settings for the system’s parallel and serial ports. P