Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) With the Linux* Operating System Rev 1.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Revision History Date 2006.05.10 Revision Notes Rev 1.0 Initial Version Product Code Disclaimers The information contained in this document is provided for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Intel Corporation (“Intel”) and its contributors (“Contributors”) as of the date of publication.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Table of Contents 1 Introduction.....................................................................................4 1.1 Document Overview ....................................................................... 4 1.2 Target Audience ............................................................................ 4 1.3 Document Objective..................................................................
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 1 Introduction 1.1 Document Overview This document outlines the procedures for deploying a new Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® processor-based server (or workstation) with Red Hat* Enterprise Linux* 4 Update 2. The process of properly integrating a new server (or workstation) system typically requires access to several source documents, each containing pertinent information.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 2 Platform Overview The new platform consists of the Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® processor 5000 sequence, Intel® 5000P or Intel® 5000V or Intel® 5000X Memory Control Hub, and the Intel® 6311ESB or 6312ESB I/O Controller Hub. The new Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® processor-based server enhances platform performance, bandwidth, flexibility, and I/O integration.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 computer system can function as multiple ‘virtual’ systems. With processor and I/O enhancements to Intel’s various platforms, Intel® Virtualization Technology can improve the performance and robustness of today’s software-only virtual machine solutions.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 3 Plaform Hardware Requirements This hardware integration section demonstrates the base line of how to integrate a server system using a motherboard based on new Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® processors together with an SSI compliant chassis and power supply, as well as FBDIMM memory and other standard off-the-shelf components.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 3.2 Fully Buffered DIMM (FBDIMM) Memory Fully Buffered DIMM (FBDIMM) memory provides increased bandwidth and capacity for new Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® processor-based servers. It increases system bandwidth up to 21GB/s (with DDR2-667 FBD memory), and increased memory capacity up to 64GB in a 4 channel 16 DIMM server system.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 3.3.1 Active solution Figure 3.3.2 2U passive solution Figure 3.3.3 Combined Active Solution The boxed Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® processor 5000 sequence requires the heat sink to be directly attached to the chassis, in order to securely attach the heat sink. As shown in Figure 3.3.4, verify the Common Enabling Kit (CEK) spring is installed on both processor sockets before motherboard installation.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 CEK Spring Figure 3.3.4 Verify the CEK Spring is Installed for Each Processor Socket Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® Processor Installation CAUTION When unpacking a processor, hold by the edge only to avoid touching the contacts. A. B. Open the socket lever 1) Push the lever handle down and away from the socket to release it. 2) Pull the lever and raise until it stops.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 C. Remove the processor protective cover 1) D. E. F. Take the processor out of the box remove the protective shipping cover. Remove socket protective cover 1) Grasp the socket protective cover tab and pull away from the load plate as shown. 2) Remove the socket protective cover and store for future use.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 G. Removing the plastic shield for the heat sink H. Attach the heat sink to the chassis I. Tighten screws J. Connect the fan header if you are using the active solution.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 3.4 Server System Infrastructure (SSI) Compliant Chassis Server System Infrastructure (SSI) compliant chassis provides component attachment, adequate airflow, electronic emission protection, as well as data storage and management. The quality of chassis will greatly impact server system performance.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 3.4.1 3.5 SSI Compliant Power Supply The power supply provides adequate power to the processor, motherboard and other key components. As shown by research data, most of the server shut-down issues are caused by a power supply failure, including over-heat protection and over-current protection. So, choosing a reliable power supply is an important consideration for proper server integration.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 The following table provides recommendations for the power and current ratings for different form factors: Spec Current Rating (A) Power (W) +3.3V +5V 12V1 12V2 12V3 12V4 -12V +5VSB EPS1U 600 10 21 16 16 16 16 0.5 3 EPS2U 700 24 30 16 16 16 16 0.5 3 ERP2U 750 24 30 16 16 16 16 0.5 3 EPS12V 650 24 30 16 16 16 16 0.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 It is recommended to use the hot swap and redundant power supplies for new Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® processor-based servers Hot swapping a power supply is the process of inserting and extracting a power supply from an server while it is operating, without interruption. 3.6 Other System Components 3.6.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 3.6.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 3) SAS HDD SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) is a point-to-point architecture in which all storage devices connect directly to a SAS port rather than sharing a common bus as traditional SCSI devices do. Point-to-point links increase data throughput and improve the ability to locate and fix disk failures.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 4 Recommended Server Components Before you begin system integration, you may want to become more familiar with some of the server components. The following section contains a brief overview of the products used in this integration guide. Intel recommends that before beginning system integration, the integrator sources all recommended components needed to complete integration.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 5 Setup and Configuration of Red Hat* Enterprise Linux* 4 Outline of Red Hat* Enterprise Linux* 4 Update 2 Operating System Installation Perform the following steps to install the Red Hat Linux System: 1. BIOS Configuration 2. Text Based Installation 3. Graphics Based Installation BIOS Configuration 1. Turn on the server and quickly enter BIOS by pressing F2 during boot up.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 4. As Figure 5-2 shows, choose Skip to skip the media test and start the Linux installation. Figure 5-2 Before the installation can begin it must create a new partition and format the hard drive. Graphics Based Installation 5. The graphic console starts and the “Welcome to Red Hat Enterprise Linux AS installation” is displayed.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 6. Choose the language you would like to use during the installation Figure 5-4 7. Choose the layout type for the Keyboard Figure 5-5 8. Disk partitioning is one of the largest obstacles for the new user to install Linux. By selecting automatic partitioning, you do not have to use partitioning tools to create partitions Select “Manually partition with Disk Druid” to manually partition the hard disk.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 5-6 9. Note the warning before the Disk Partitioning Setup application begins. Figure 5-7 This step is necessary to ensure the operating system is installed on a new and error-free partition. Formatting the partition deletes all information that currently exists on the hard drive. 10. Before automatic partitioning can be set up, you must choose how to use the space on the hard drives.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 5-8 11. If you used automatic partitioning, you need confirm the removal of all data and accept the automatically generated partition settings. Figure 5-9 12. This step allows you to configure the Linux boot loader to boot other operating systems after the partitioning. You could also choose which operating system (if you have more than one) should boot by default.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 5-10 13. Refer to Figure 5-11. To configure the network devices, you can either choose to configure by DHCP or manually configure the gateway, DNS and domain information. Figure 5-11 14. Refer to Figure 5-12. A properly configured firewall can greatly increase the security level of your network. Select “Enable firewall” and the specific services you will allow access to from other computers.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 5-12 15. Refer to Figure 5-13. Select the language to be used as the default language. You can also decide to install other language packs to use with the operating system. Figure 5-13 16. Select Time Zone Settings to set the local time and date settings.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 5-14 Programs that use time in any way access these settings to establish the correct time, therefore these settings are important for successful use of this server. 17. Set the Root Password. Once you have entered the password, please click Next to continue. Use the root account ONLY for administration.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 5-15 18. Select the software packages you want to install with the operating system. These packages include extra desktop themes, general and office applications, and development tools. Figure 5-16 19. Choose the package you want to install by selecting the checkbox in each item.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 5-17 20. Congratulations, you are ready to install and copy files. Figure 5-18 21. You are required to have the Red Hat* Linux* installation disks to begin the installation.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 5-19 22. Installation in progress. Figure 5-20 23. Installation in progress.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 5-21 24. You will be notified to insert the required disk. Figure 5-22 25. Post installation process.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 5-23 26. Congratulations, the installation is complete. Figure 5-24 27. The installation is finished, but you still need to configure the Linux environment before you can actually use the Linux desktop. Figure 5-25 and Figure 5-26 show the boot up screen.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 5-25 Figure 5-26 28. Welcome to the Linux setup agent.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 5-27 29. Click Yes to accept the license agreement. Figure 5-28 30. Set the correct date and time.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 5-29 31. Configure your display type, including the resolution and color depth. Figure 5-30 32. It is always recommended that you create a system ‘username’ for regular (non-administrative) use of the system; this will help secure your system as well.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 5-31 33. Configure your sound card. Figure 5-32 34. If you want to install the third party plug-ins applications or the Linux documents, this is the start page.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 5-33 35. You have completed the system setup. Figure 5-34 36. The Linux desktop after you login in.
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® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 6 Setup and Configuration of VMWare* Server (Linux* Version) Outline of VMWare* Server Installation Here’s the steps you’re going to perform to install the VMWare Server. 1. BIOS Configuration 2. Graphic based installation 3. Text based installation and configuration VMware* Server, is a free virtualization tool for Windows* and Linux* servers.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 The following steps describe the procedure to download the installation file and install from a USB drive. If you are using the CD-ROM instead of downloading the software, the steps are the same except that you start from the CD directory where the installer file is located. Download your free copy of VMware Server at http://www.vmware.com/download/server/ before the installation.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 6-3 Text Based Installation and Configuration 7. Run RPM specifying the installation file. rpm –Uhv VMware-.rpm VMware-.rpm is the installation file, in place of the file name contains numbers that correspond to the version and build.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 8. RPM installation processing… Figure 6-5 9. Run the configuration program from the command line. vmware-config.pl Note: Use vmware-config.pl to reconfigure VMware Server whenever you upgrade your Linux kernel. It is not necessary to reinstall VMware Server after you upgrade your kernel. Note: You can also use vmware-config.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 6-6 Figure 6-7 11. The remaining prompts are worded in such a way that, in most cases, the default response is appropriate. Note: if you do not enable host-only networking when you install the software, you can not allow a virtual machine to use both bridged and host-only networking. 12. As shown in Figure 6-8, configure the networking for your virtual machines.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 If you want to use any type of networking with virtual machines, answer Yes to this prompt: Do you want networking for your virtual machines? Bridged networking is always enabled if you enable networking.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 6-9 14. The configuration program displays a message indicating the configuration completed successfully. If this message is not displayed, run the configuration program again. Figure 6-10 15. When done, exit from the root account. 16. Run the software from system tools directory.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 6-11 17. You will get a prompt asking you to select the VMware host, select Local Host if you just want to access virtual machines on the local computer. Figure 6-12 18. Initial graphic interface for VMware Server.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 6-13 19. Product information for VMware Server. Figure 6-14 20. You can change your serial number using the option in menu “Help->Enter Serial Number”.
® ® Integration Guide for New Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor-Based Servers (or Workstations) Rev 1.0 Figure 6-15 21. Installation and configuration completed, you can create new virtual machines with Linux based VMWare Server now.
