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1 Server Board Features................................................................................. 15
Connector and Header Locations .........................................................................................17
Configuration Jumpers..........................................................................................................18
Back Panel Connectors.........................................................................................................21
Hardware Requirements .......................................................................................................22
Processor .....................................................................................................................22
Memory .......................................................................................................................22
Optional Hardware ................................................................................................................24
Storage Devices...........................................................................................................24
2 Hardware Installations and Upgrades........................................................ 25
Before You Begin..................................................................................................................25
Tools and Supplies Needed..................................................................................................25
Installing and Removing Memory..........................................................................................25
Installing DIMMs...........................................................................................................25
Removing DIMMs.........................................................................................................27
Installing or Replacing the Processor....................................................................................28
Installing the Processor................................................................................................28
Removing a Processor.................................................................................................30
RJ45 Serial Port Configuration..............................................................................................31
Installing a PCI, PCI-X, or PCI-Express* Add-in Card ..........................................................32
Replacing the Backup Battery...............................................................................................32
3 Server Utilities .............................................................................................. 34
Using the BIOS Setup Utility .................................................................................................34
Starting Setup ..............................................................................................................34
If You Cannot Access Setup ........................................................................................34
Setup Menus ................................................................................................................34
Upgrading the BIOS..............................................................................................................36
Preparing for the Upgrade............................................................................................36
Upgrading the BIOS .....................................................................................................37
Clearing the Password..........................................................................................................37
Clearing the CMOS...............................................................................................................38
4 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 39
Resetting the System............................................................................................................39
Problems following Initial System Installation .......................................................................40
First Steps Checklist.....................................................................................................40
Hardware Diagnostic Testing................................................................................................41
Verifying Proper Operation of Key System Lights........................................................41
Confirming Loading of the Operating System ..............................................................41
Specific Problems and Corrective Actions ............................................................................42
Power Light Does Not Light..........................................................................................42
No Characters Appear on Screen ................................................................................43
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