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BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!jj!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN Copyright © 2004 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved. Acer Altos G310 series User’s guide 3rd Issue: May 2004 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!jjj!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN iii Notices FCC notice Class 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 the class of the device is determined, refer to the following corresponding statement. Class B equipment This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!jw!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN iv Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations. Notice: Peripheral devices Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the Class A or Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with noncertified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!w!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN v Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference. 1 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 2 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 3 Do not use this product near water. 4 Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!wj!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN vi b If liquid has been spilled into the product. c If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition.
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BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!wjjj!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN viii 4 Configuring the system Upgrading the system Installation precautions ESD precautions Preinstallation instructions Post-installation instructions Opening the server Before opening the server To remove the side panel To remove the front panel Installing and removing storage devices To install a 5.
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BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!3!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN The Acer Altos G310 series server is an entry level single-processor general purpose system. The system offers a new standard for flexible productivity ideal for small business or workgroup applications.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!4!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 3 Product briefing This section provide basic information concerning the configuration of your Altos G310 system. Processor • Single 2.8 GHz Intel® Pentium® 4 processor with 533 MHZ FSB - or - • Single 3.0 to 3.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!5!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 4 1 System information Note: 333 MHz memory will run at 320 MHz when used with a processor with 800 MHz system bus frequency. Storage • 5.25 inch IDE CD-ROM drive • 3.5 inch Floppy disk drive • Support for three (max) hard disk drives • • • • • Four additional 5.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!6!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 5 Caring features Part of Acer’s mission, as a company that cares about its end users, is to provide features that make operation, maintenance, and upgrading your system simpler and faster. The Altos G310 is no exception to this rule. The following features and options are provided. • Cost efficient operation in a value oriented package. • Tool-less design. • Front accessible USB ports.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!7!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 6 1 System information Product specification summary Highlighted below are the system’s key features: • Single Intel® Pentium® 4 processor supporting Hyper-Threading Technology • 533/800 MHz FSB supports processor speeds from 2.8 GHz to 3.
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BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!9!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN This chapter provides locations of various components and ports and you instructions on how to set up the system. Procedures on how to connect peripherals are also explained.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!:!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 9 System board Mainboard layout The mainboard becomes accessible once you open the system.
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BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!24!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 13 External and internal structure Front bezel Note: One pair of system keys are provided (attached to the rear panel of the system). No.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!25!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 14 2 System tour No. Description 5 FDD eject button 6 FDD (floppy disc drive) 7 FDD activity indicator 8 Security keylock 9 System power indicator 10 System power button 11 USB 2.0 ports (two) 12 5.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!26!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 15 Front panel No.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!27!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 16 2 System tour No. Description 8 Security keylock 9 System power indicator 10 System power button 11 USB 2.0 ports (two) 12 5.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!28!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 17 Rear panel No. Icon Description 1 Main power supply unit 2 PS/2 mouse port 3 PS/2 keyboard port 4 Parallel/printer port 5 Serial ports (two) 6 USB 2.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!29!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 18 2 System tour No.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!2:!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 19 Internal components No. Description 1 Power supply unit 2 System fan 3 Mainboard 4 PCI bus slots 5 HDD bays 6 3.5” device bays 7 5.
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BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!34!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 23 Setting up the system Preinstallation requirements Selecting a site Before unpacking and installing the system, select a suitable site for the system for maximum efficiency.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!35!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 24 3 Getting Started System startup Turning on the system After making sure that you have properly set up the system and connected all the required cables, you can now power on the system. To power on the system, press the power button on the front panel. The system starts up and displays a welcome message. After that, a series of power-on self-test (POST) messages appears. The POST messages indicate if the system is running well or not.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!36!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 25 Turning off the system To turn off the server, on the Windows task bar click on the Start button, point to Shut Down..., select Shut down from the dropdown window then click on OK. You can then turn off all peripherals connected to your server. If you are unable to shutdown the server within Windows, press and hold the power button for at least four seconds to force quit all applications and shut down.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!37!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 26 3 Getting Started BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes Bootblock Initialization Codes The Bootblock initialization code sets up the chipset, memory and other components before system memory is available. The following table describes the type of checkpoints that may occur during the bootblock initialization. Checkpoint Code Description Before D1 Early chipset initialization is done.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!38!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 27 Checkpoint Code Description D7 Restore CPUID value back into register. The Bootblock-Runtime interface module is moved to system memory and control is given to it. Determine whether to execute serial flash. D8 The Runtime module is uncompressed into memory. CPUID information is stored in memory. D9 Store the Uncompressed pointer for future use in PMM. Copying Main BIOS into memory.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!39!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 28 3 Getting Started Checkpoint Code Description EF Read error occurred on media. Jump back to checkpoint EB. E9 or EA Determine information about root directory of recovery media. F0 Search for pre-defined recovery file name in root directory. F1 Recovery file not found. F2 Start reading FAT table and analyze FAT to find the clusters occupied by the recovery file. F3 Start reading the recovery file cluster by cluster.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!3:!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 29 POST code checkpoints The POST code checkpoints are the largest set of checkpoints during the BIOS pre-boot process. The following table describes the type of checkpoints that may occur during the POST portion of the BIOS. Checkpoint Code Description 03 Disable NMI, Parity, video for EGA, and DMA controllers. Initialize BIOS, POST, and Runtime data area. Also initialize BIOS modules on POST entry and GPNV area.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!41!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 30 3 Getting Started Checkpoint Code Description C2 Set up boot strap processor for POST. C5 Enumerate and set up application predecessors. C6 Re-enable cache for boot strap processor. C7 Early CPU Init Exit. 0A Initializes the 8042 compatible Keyboard Controller. 0B Detects the presence of PS/2 mouse. 0C Detects the presence of Keyboard in KBC port. 0E Testing and initialization of different Input Devices.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!42!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 31 Checkpoint Code Description 38 Initializes different devices through DIM. 39 Initializes DMAC-1 and DMAC-2. 3A Initialize RTC date/time. 3B Test for total memory installed in the system. Also, Check for DEL or ESC keys to limit memory test. Display total memory in the system. 3C Mid POST initialization of chipset registers. 40 Detect different devices (Parallel ports, serial ports, and coprocessor in CPU, etc.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!43!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 32 3 Getting Started Checkpoint Code Description 8D Build ACPI tables (if ACPI is supported). 8E Program the peripheral parameters. Enable/Disable NMI as selected. 90 Late POST initialization of system management interrupt. A0 Check boot password if installed. A1 Clean-up work needed before booting to OS. A2 Takes care of runtime image preparation for different BIOS modules. Fill the free area in F000h segment with 0FFh.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!44!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 33 Beep Codes Beep codes are used by the BIOS to indicate a serious or fatal error to the end user. Beep codes are used when an error occurs before the system video has been initialized. Beep codes are generated by the system board speaker. The following table describes the beep codes that are used by BIOS: Number of beeps Description 1 Memory refresh timer error. 3 Main memory read/write test error. 6 Keyboard controller BAT test error.
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BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!47!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN This chapter discusses the precautionary measures and installation procedures you need to know when upgrading the system.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!48!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 37 Upgrading the system Certain components of the server are upgradeable such as the drives, the CPU, the memory, and the expansion cards. However, for safety purposes, we do not recommend that you perform these upgrades yourself. If you want to replace or upgrade any of these components, contact your dealer or a qualified service technician for assistance.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!49!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 38 4 Configuring the system Installation precautions Before you install any server component, we recommend that you read the following sections. These sections contain important ESD precautions along with preinstallation and post-installation instructions. ESD precautions Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage the processors, motherboard, disk drives, expansion boards, or other components.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!4:!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 39 Preinstallation instructions Always observe the following before you install any component: 1 Turn off the system and all the peripherals connected to it. 2 Unplug all cables from the power outlets. 3 Open the system according to the instructions on page 40. 4 Follow the ESD precautions described in this section when handling a server component.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!51!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 40 4 Configuring the system Opening the server Caution! Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned off your system and all peripherals connected to it. Read the “Preinstallation instructions” on page 39. You need to open the server before you can install additional components. The front and left side panels are removable to allow access to the system’s internal components. Refer to the following sections for instructions.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!52!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 41 To remove the side panel The side panel is attached to the server by two (non-removable) thumbscrews. To remove the side panel: 1 Locate the System Keys (if necessary) and unlock the system lock on the front panel. 2 Loosen the thumbscrews located at the rear end of the left panel (1). 3 Slide the left panel rearward (2) before detaching it from the chassis.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!53!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 42 4 Configuring the system To remove the front panel The front bezel is attached to the chassis by screwless hinges. To remove the front panel, you must remove the side panel first. To remove the front bezel: 1 With your finger, pull the Front Panel Release lever located at the bottom front inside the chassis (1).
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!54!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 43 Installing and removing storage devices The system supports 3.5-inch and 5.25-inch internal storage devices. The system comes pre-installed with a floppy drive and a CD-ROM drive. The empty 5.25-inch half-height bays allow you to install additional drives such as another CD-ROM drive or a tape drive. To install a 5.25-inch storage device Note: If you are installing a new drive in an empty drive bay, skip steps 2 to 4.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!55!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 44 4 Configuring the system 4 Transfer the two tool-less locking rails (on either side of the old drive) to the new drive module. 5 Insert the new CD-ROM drive into the drive bay until it locks into place with an audible “click.” 6 Connect the power and IDE cables to the new drive. 7 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 39.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!56!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 45 Upgrading the CPU This section includes instructions for removing and installing a CPU. To remove a CPU with heatsink Before installing a new CPU in a socket, remove first any previously installed CPU from that socket. Important: Before removing a CPU from the mainboard, make sure to create a backup file of all important data. 1 Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation procedures described on page 38.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!57!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 46 4 4 Configuring the system Follow the steps below to unlock and remove the CPU. a Lift the CPU locking lever until it is fully extended. b Gently unseat and pull the CPU from the socket. Warning! The heatsink becomes very hot when the system is on. NEVER touch the heatsink with any metal or with your hands.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!58!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 47 To install a CPU with heatsink 1 Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation procedures described on page 38. 2 Locate the CPU socket on the mainboard. 3 Align the CPU to its socket, making sure that pin 1 (indicated by the notched corner) of the CPU connects to hole 1 of the socket (on the right corner in the image below). 4 To install the CPU to its socket, follow the steps below: a Firmly insert the CPU into the socket.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!59!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 48 4 Configuring the system 5 After locking the CPU in place, follow the two remaining steps to replace the heatsink and fan. a Replace the heatsink on top of the CPU. b Replace the locking levers by pressing down (1) and securing the clips (2) to lock the heatsink assembly in place. 6 Reconnect the CPU FAN connector to the Mainboard. See “Mainboard layout” on page 9 if you have difficult locating the CPU FAN connector.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!5:!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 49 Upgrading the system memory Memory configuration This section includes instructions for removing and installing a memory module. These tables (above and below) summarize the characteristics of 1-way and 2-way memory interleave configurations with and without use of dynamic mode.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!61!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 50 4 Configuring the system To remove a DIMM Before installing a new DIMM in a socket, remove first any previously installed DIMM from that socket. Important: Before removing any DIMM from the mainboard, make sure to create a backup file of all important data. 1 Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation procedures described on page 39. 2 Locate the DIMM socket on the mainboard.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!62!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 51 To install a DIMM 1 Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation procedures described on page 38. 2 Locate the DIMM sockets on the mainboard. 3 Open the clips on the socket. 4 Align then insert the DIMM into the socket (1). 5 Press the holding clips inward to lock the DIMM in place (2). DIMMs must be installed in the following order: DM1. DM2, DM3 and DM4 Note: The DIMM socket is slotted to ensure proper installation.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!63!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 52 4 Configuring the system Installing an expansion card This section explains how to install an expansion card. The onboard expansion slots support PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) cards. Note: The BIOS setup automatically detects and assigns resources to the new device (applicable only to Plug-and-Play expansion cards). To install an expansion card Note: The illustrations used in this section show the Altos G310 server chassis.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!64!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 53 5 Pull out the card bracket (2). 6 Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging. 7 Align the card in the empty slot on the mainboard.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!65!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 54 4 Configuring the system 8 Insert the bracket with the card into the selected slot (3). Make sure that the card is properly seated. 9 Secure the card with the tool-less bracket card lock removed in step three above (4). 10 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 39.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!66!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 55 Installing and removing a hard disk Although the Altos G310 has four hard disk slots, the system board only supports a maximum of three. To remove a hard disk Follow these steps to replace your computer’s hard disk: 1 Remove the side and front panels (see page 41 and page 42). 2 Detach the cables from the exposed end of the HDD (1) and (2).
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!67!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 56 4 Configuring the system To install a hard disk Observe the pre-installation and ESD precautions on page 38. Follow these steps to replace your computer’s hard disk: 1 Remove the side panel (see page 41). 2 Attach the HDD rails to the sides of the drive housing. 3 Insert the drive into an empty HDD slot (slot 1 or slot 3) until it locks into place with an audible “click” (1). 4 Attach the power and IDE cables to the HDD (2) and (3).
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!68!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 57 Configuring the SCSI/SCSI RAID HBA This section briefly shows how to create a RAID 1 (mirror) volume. This feature requires installation/presence of LSI Logic 20320-R or LSI Logic 22320-R U32 SCSI controllers. How to use SCSI HBA setup utility During the Power-On Self Test (POST), press + to enter the LSI Logic Configuration Utility.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!69!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 58 4 Configuring the system Note: In the Hot Spare field, if you change settings, you will see the following messages. Press the DELETE key to ignore it. WARNING: Data on drive will be LOST! Press DELETE if data loss OK or any other key to cancel. 5 Press ESC, then select . RAID Volume Initialization After you create RAID volume and save the changes, the disk controller will initialize RAID volume automatically.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!6:!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 59 MegaRAID Configuration Utility Turn on the system power. When prompted, press + to enter the MegaRAID Configuration Utility. After entering the MegaRAID Configuration Utility, you will see the Management Menu on the screen. Load RAID Card Default Setting 1 Select Objects from Management menu. 2 Select Adapter from Objects. The adapter setting will be shown on the screen. You can change the setting from this menu.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!71!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 60 4 Configuring the system Assign Hot Spare Disk 1 Select Add/View Configuration from Configuration menu. 2 Press arrow keys to choose specific physical drives and press to set the drive as Hot Spare Disk. Select YES to confirm and the indicator for selected drive change from READY to HOTSP. 3 Press to end the array configuration. 4 Select YES to Save Configuration and press any key to return to the Configure menu.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!72!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 61 Configuring Parallel ATA and Serial ATA devices ATA Operate Mode There are two modes to choose from: Legacy mode and Native mode. 1 2 Legacy Mode • System BIOS assigns 14 and 15 IRQs for HDD use • Older OSs that do not support Native Mode (DOS, Win2K, Win98/ME...
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!73!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 62 4 Configuring the system Intel ICH5R Serial ATA RAID introduction The south bridge ICH5R provides a hybrid solution that combines two independent SATA ports for support of up to two Serial ATA (Serial ATA RAID) drives. Serial ATA (SATA) is the latest generation of the ATA interface. SATA hard drives deliver transfer speeds of up to 150 MB/sec.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!74!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 63 the Power-On Self Test (POST), the following screen will appear for a few seconds: Note: The “Drive Model,” “Serial #,” and “Size” shown in the above example may differ from your system configuration. When the above message appears, press + simultaneously to enter the RAID Configuration Utility.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!75!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 64 4 Configuring the system Option 1: Create RAID Volume To create a RAID volume, select this option on the screen and press . The following screen will appear: Note: The following procedure is only available with a newly-built system or if you are reinstalling your OS. It should not be used to migrate an existing system to RAID 0. Specify a RAID Volume name and then press the or key to go to the next field.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!76!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 65 Select the strip value for the RAID 0 array by scrolling through the available values by using the “up arrow” or “down arrow” keys. Press the key to select and advance to the next field. The available values range from 4KB to 128 KB in power of 2 increments. The strip value should be chosen based on the planned drive usage.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!77!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 66 4 Configuring the system Press to create the specified volume and the following prompt will show: Press to confirm the selection or press to previous screen to create the RAID volume again.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!78!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 67 Scroll to option 4 (Exit) and press to exit the RAID Configuration utility. The following prompt appears: Press to confirm and exit or to previous screen. Option 2: Delete RAID Volume Here you can delete the RAID volume, but please note that all data including settings on RAID drives will be lost.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!79!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 68 4 Configuring the system Select option 2 Delete RAID Volume from the main menu window and press to select a RAID volume for deletion. The following window will appear: Select a volume and press to delete the RAID volume. The following prompt appears: Press to delete the selected volume.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!7:!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 69 Option 3: Reset Disks to Non-RAID Select option 3 Reset Disks to Non-RAID and press to delete the RAID volume and remove any RAID structures from the drives. The following screen appears: Press key to accept the selection. Note: You will lose all data on the RAID drives and any internal RAID structures when you perform this operation.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!81!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 70 4 Configuring the system Insert the Acer System CD and click on the "Intel IAA RAID Edition" to install the software. The InstallShield Wizard will automatically begin the installation process. Click on the Next button to proceed from the installation welcome window.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!82!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 71 After reading the license agreement in the following window, click Yes button to continue. Select the folder in which you want the program to be installed in the following window, and click Next button to start installation.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!83!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 72 4 Configuring the system Select a program folder in the following window where you want Setup to add the program icon. Default is "Intel Application Accelerator RAID Edition." The following window appears to show the Intel Application Accelerator RAID Edition Setup installation progress.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!84!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 73 Once the installation is complete, the following window appears. Click the Finish button to end the installation and exit the setup utility. RAID Migration Instructions The Intel Application Accelerator RAID Edition offers the flexibility to upgrade from a single Serial ATA (SATA) hard drive to a two drive RAID-0 configuration when an additional SATA hard drive is added to the system.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!85!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 74 4 Configuring the system disk before proceeding. During the migration process, the data on the source disk will be preserved. Create RAID Volume from Existing Disk To create a RAID volume from an existing disk, right-click on "RAID Volume" and select "Create From Existing Disk" to create a new RAID volume as shown in the screen below. You may also use the RAID dropdown menu and click on "Create Volume from Existing Disk.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!86!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 75 Application Accelerator RAID Edition utility before the second disk is installed to verify the Port and serial number of the drive that contains all the data. 2 Select the RAID volume name and strip size, and click Next. • RAID Volume Name - A desired RAID volume name needs to be typed in where the RAID_Volume1 text is shown above. The RAID volume name has a maximum limit of 16 characters.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!87!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 76 4 Configuring the system operation cannot be undone. It is critical that you backup all important data before selecting Yes to these dialog boxes: 3 Confirm the creation of new RAID volume In Step 3, confirm the creation of the new RAID volume and then click Migrate: Migration Process The migration process may take up to two hours to complete depending on the size of the disks being used and the strip size selected.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!88!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 77 While you can still continue using your computer during the migration process, once the migration process starts, it cannot be stopped. If the migration process gets interrupted and your system is rebooted for any reason, it will pick up the migration process where it left off.
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BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!91!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN This chapter gives information about the system BIOS and discusses how to configure the system by changing the settings of the BIOS parameters.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!92!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 81 BIOS setup BIOS setup is a hardware configuration program built into your system's Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). Since most systems are already properly configured and optimized, there is no need to run this utility. You will need to run this utility under the following conditions: • When changing the system configuration.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!93!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 82 5 BIOS setup Entering BIOS setup Power on the server to start the system POST (Power On Self Test) process. During bootup, press F2 to enter the BIOS setup screen. Note: You must press F2 while the system is booting. This key combination does not work during any other time.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!94!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 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. • Press F1 for General Help on using the BIOS setup. • Press F10 to save changes and close the BIOS setup. • Press Esc to close the BIOS setup. In the descriptive table following each of the screen illustrations, settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!95!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 84 5 BIOS setup Main The Main menu displays basic and important information about the system. These information is necessary for troubleshooting and may be required when asking for technical support. The last two parameters on the screen lets you define the system’s time and date settings. The real-time clock keeps the system date and time. After setting the date and time, you do not need to enter them every time you turn on the system.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!96!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 85 Parameter Description System Time Sets the time following the hour-minute-second format. Valid values for hour, minute, and second are: Hour: 00 to 23 Minute: 00 to 59 Second: 00 to 59 System Date Sets the date following the weekday-month-dayyear format. Valid values for weekday, month, day, and year are: Weekday: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Month: 1 to 12.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!97!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 86 5 BIOS setup Advanced The Advanced menu contains parameter values that define how the system behaves on startup. Warning! Be cautious in setting parameter values in the Advanced menu as any incorrect value may cause the system to malfunction. Press Enter to enter the submenu screen of the parameters shown in the screen below.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!98!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 87 Peripheral Configuration The Peripheral Configuration submenu lets you define the parameter settings for the system’s parallel and serial ports. Parameter Description Serial Port A (Address/IRQ) Serial port 1 address and IRQ (interrupt request) setting. Serial Port B (Address/IRQ) Serial port 2 address and IRQ (interrupt request) setting. Parallel Port Address Sets a logical base address for the parallel port.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!99!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 88 5 BIOS setup Parameter Description Parallel Port IRQ Assigns an IRQ for the parallel port. If you install an add-on card that has a parallel port whose address conflicts with the onboard parallel port, a warning appears on the screen. Check the parallel port address of the add-on card and change the address to one that does not conflict.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!9:!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 89 IDE Configuration The IDE Configuration submenu lets you define the parameter settings related to the hard disk/s. Parameter Description IDE Configuration P-ATA Mode: default setting. P-ATA device is configured in legacy mode. Combined Mode: allows configuration of P-ATA and S-ATA devices in legacy mode. Disabled: disables IDE controller for P-ATA and S-ATA devices.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!:1!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 90 5 BIOS setup Parameter Description Primary IDE Master Display detected device type (if any present). Primary IDE Slave Display detected device type (if any present). Display NONE (if none detected). Press Enter to access submenu. Display NONE (if none detected). Press Enter to access submenu. Secondary IDE Master Display detected device type (if any present). Display NONE (if none detected). Press Enter to access submenu.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!:2!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 91 Primary IDE Master These items let you select the IDE hard disk parameters that the system supports. Parameter Description Device Type of IDE device Vendor Vendor of the selected IDE device Size Size of the selected device Type Driver type Option Auto CD-ROM ARMD Not Installed LBA/Large Mode Selects the hard disk drive translation method. For drivers with more than 504 MB, the LBA mode is necessary.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!:3!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 92 5 BIOS setup Parameter Description Option Block Mode Enhances disk performance depending on the hard disk in use. Auto Disabled If you set this parameter to Auto, BIOS setup automatically detects if the installed hard disk drive supports the Block Mode function. If supported, it allows data transfer in blocks (multiple sectors) at a rate of 256 bytes per cycle.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!:4!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 93 Floppy Configuration The Floppy Configuration submenu displays the type of floppy drive installed in the server. Parameter Description Option Floppy Drive A Floppy disk drive type 1.44 MB/1.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!:5!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 94 5 BIOS setup PCI/PnP Configuration The PCI/PnP Configuration submenu lets you specify the settings for the PCI devices. Parameter Description Option USB Function Enables the system’s USB ports. Enabled Disabled Legacy USB Support Enable this parameter when you intend to use a USB device and are using a non-Plug and Play operating system, such as DOS.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!:6!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 95 Parameter Description Option PCI Slot-1 IRQ Reference Sets a parameter for the PCI buses.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!:7!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 96 5 BIOS setup Boot Settings Configuration The Boot Settings Configuration submenu lets you specify the preferred settings for system bootup. Parameter Description Option Quick Boot Allows the system to boot faster by skipping some POST routines.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!:8!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 97 Parameter Description Option Quiet Boot Enables or disables the Quiet Boot function. When set to Enabled, BIOS setup is in graphical mode and displays only an identification logo during POST and while booting. After booting, the screen displays the operating system prompt (such as DOS) or logo (such as Windows). If any error occurs while booting, the system automatically switches to text mode.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!:9!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 98 5 BIOS setup Parameter Description Option PS/2 Mouse Support Enable this parameter if you intend to use a mouse or trackball with a PS/2 interface. Enabled Wait for 'F1' if Error When this item is enabled you will be prompted to press F1 when an error is detected during boot up. Enabled Disabled MPS 1.4 Support If you enable this item, the system BIOS MP table will be compatible with MultiProcessor Specification version 1.4 .
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!::!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 99 OnBoard Device Configuration The OnBoard Configuration submenu displays the types of devices the system board can support.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!211!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 100 5 BIOS setup Event Log Configuration The Event Log Configuration submenu lets you specify the appropriate settings for the system’s event handling function. The system event log enables you to record and monitor events that occur in the system (e.g., system temperature changes, fan stops, etc.). Parameter Description Option Event Logging Enables or disables the event logging function of the system.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!212!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 101 Parameter Description Option BIOS POST Event Logging BIOS checks the bad processors and memory modules during the POST process. When this parameter is enabled, it will make a log of this operation. Enabled ECC Event Logging ECC (Error Correcting Code) tests the accuracy of data as it passes in and out of memory. When this parameter is enabled, single-bit and multi-bit memory errors will be recorded in the event log.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!213!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 102 5 BIOS setup Remote Access Configuration The Remote Access Configuration submenu lets you specify settings related to the system’s remote management features. Parameter Description Option Enables or disables remote access. Disabled Selecting Serial enables remote access and opens a submenu to configure system parameters. Serial Serial Port Number Default is COM1 when Remote Access is set to Serial.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!214!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 103 Parameter Description Option Post-Boot Support Default is Disabled. Disabled If Enabled, system will keep redirection connection active after booting to OS. Enabled If Disabled, the connection will be deactivated. Terminal Type Flow Control Default is PC-ANSI, which is the standard PC-type terminal. VT100 works for English as the select language. VT-UTF8 uses Unicode. PC ANSI Selecting Hardware enables flow control of remote access.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!215!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 104 5 BIOS setup Power The Power menu allows you to configure the system’s power management feature. Parameter Description Option ACPI-aware O/S This parameter indicates whether the system’s OS support the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) standard of power management. Yes When this parameter is enabled, it allows some OS, such as Windows 95/98, to implement APM (Advanced Power Management) functions.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!216!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 105 Parameter Description Option Restore on AC Power Loss Defines the power state to resume to after a system shutdown that is due to an interruption in AC power. Last State Always On Off When set to Last State, the system will return to the active power state prior to shutdown. When set to Stay Off, the system remains off after power shutdown. Power Button Mode When set to Instant On/Off, the power button serves as a standard on/off button.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!217!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 106 5 BIOS setup Boot The Boot menu allows you to specify the preferred settings during system bootup. Press Enter to enter the submenu screen of the parameters shown in the screen below.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!218!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 107 Boot Device Priority The Boot Device Priority submenu lets you specify the boot search sequence during the POST process. BIOS setup will display an error message if the drive(s) specified is not bootable. Parameter Description 1st Boot Device Sets the device from which the system will first attempt to boot up. 2nd Boot Device Sets the device from which the system will attempt to boot up when the first attempt failed.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!219!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 108 5 BIOS setup Security The Security menu allows you to safeguard and protect the system from unauthorized use by setting up access passwords. Parameter Description Option Supervisor Password Prevents unauthorized access to the BIOS setup. Not Installed User Password Secures your system against unauthorized use. Once you set this password, you have to type it whenever you boot the system.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!21:!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 109 Parameter Description Change User Password Press Enter to change the User password. Clear User Password Press Enter to remove the User password.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!221!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 110 5 BIOS setup Exit The Exit menu displays the various options to quit from the BIOS setup. Highlight any of the exit options then press Enter. Parameter Description Save Changes and Exit Saves changes made and close the BIOS setup. Discard Changes and Exit Discards changes made and close the BIOS setup. Load Optimal Defaults Loads the optimal settings for all BIOS setup parameters.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!222!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 111 Parameter Description Load Failsafe Defaults Loads the failsafe settings for all BIOS parameters. Discard Changes Discards all changes made on the BIOS setup. Failsafe settings, compared to the optimal settings, are not quite as demanding in terms of resources consumption so you can be sure to have a stable system performance even if you are using low-grade components.
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BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!225!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN This appendix shows you how to install the ASM and EasyBUILDTM software packages.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!226!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 115 Installing ASM Acer Server Manager (ASM) consists of the ASM Console and the ASM Agent. These two components are both required to perform server management tasks. System requirements ASM requires TCP/IP connectivity between the ASM Console and the ASM Agent. ASM Agent • Altos Server System • Min.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!227!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 116 Appendix A: Management software installation Installing ASM Agent (Windows version) To install ASM Agent: 1 Log in to the managed server using the Administrator account. 2 Insert the EasyBUILDTM Management CD into the server’s CD-ROM drive. The installation sequence will automatically be displayed. 3 Select the option for ASM installation. The installation wizard will be initialized.
BB!H421!.!FO/cppl!!Qbhf!228!!Gsjebz-!Nbz!8-!3115!!2;42!QN 117 Installing ASM Agent (Linux version) To install the ASM6 Agent on RedHat Linux 8.0 1 Insert the ASM6 installation CD into your computer's optical drive. 2 Mount the CD-ROM drive with "mount /dev/cdrom /mnt/cdrom" command. For more information on mount command and the options, please refer to RedHat Linux user's guide. 3 Change the working directory to ASM6 Linux Agent subdirectory with the command "cd /mnt/cdrom/LinuxAgent".
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