DIGITAL Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide Part Number: ER−PCDSC−IA.
November 1997 The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Digital Equipment Corporation. Digital Equipment Corporation assumes no responsibility for any errors that might appear in this document. The software, if any, described in this document is furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license.
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Contents 1 Introduction About This Guide................................................................................... 1 Server Requirements ............................................................................ 1 Hardware Kit Contents........................................................................... 2 Modems ................................................................................................ 3 Controller Description ..........................................................
Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide Appendix B Reset Cable Kits and Installation DIGITAL Server Systems ...................................................................... 27 DIGITAL Prioris XL Server .............................................................. 27 DIGITAL Prioris HX 590 and 590DP................................................ 27 DIGITAL Prioris HX 5100MP ........................................................... 27 DIGITAL Prioris ZX 5000MP ............................
Introduction About This Guide Note that throughout this guide the DIGITAL Remote Server Manager (RSM) controller is referred to as the “controller.
Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide Hardware Kit Contents The following tables describe the hardware kit contents.
Introduction The following is a list of additional items that are recommended for use with the controller. Component Component Type Purpose Modems Must have DTE speed between 300 and 57.6kbps, V.42 error control and bidirectional hardware handshake capabilities. Communications link between the server management station and the controller in the remote server. Uninterruptable power supply (UPS) Backup power for a modem and the controller in case of a power failure.
Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide Controller Description Figure 1 shows the controller layout. J I H G F E D C B A Figure 1 Controller Layout Legend for Figure 1.
Introduction Controller Features The controller is an EISA-bus master hardware controller. The controller is used to: • Sense internal and external conditions of the server • Control the server • Communicate with the management station. The controller provides monitoring, alerting, and control of a remote server. The controller communicates the conditions of the remote server to the management station through a communications port on the remote server.
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Controller Installation This chapter describes how to install the controller into the remote server. You should refer to your server documentation for the proper procedures to power down and to remove any covers to gain access to the EISA bus master expansion slots. Installation Overview The RSM controller installation procedure consists of the following steps. Complete each step before continuing on to the next step. 1. Installing the controller in the server 2.
Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide Step 1. Install the Controller in the Remote Server CAUTION: Be sure that the server is not in use before you proceed. Static electricity can destroy the circuits in the system or controller. Discharge static electricity by touching the metal chassis of the system before touching any part of the system backplane, motherboard, or the controller. It is recommended that you use an anti-static strap. Refer to your server user’s guide to: 1.
Controller Installation 5. Secure the controller in place as shown in Figure 2. Server Backplane Slide module firmly into backplane slot Figure 2.
Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide Step 2. Connect the Reset Cable to the Remote Server Connect the reset cable to the F connector on the controller (Figure 3). Connect the other end of the reset cable to the server’s main logic board connector according to the server reset situation. (Refer to the server User’s Guide for more information.) Refer to the server’s User’s Guide for information on setting the MLB jumper or switch for “RSM installed”.
Controller Installation Step 3. Connect the External Power Supply NOTE: Skip this step if you are installing the controller in an XL server. Connect the cable from the external power supply to the D connector on the controller (Figure 4). Connect the power cord to the external power supply. Connect the power cord into a wall receptacle or other ac power source. Figure 4.
Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide Step 4. Connect the Keyboard to the Controller Disconnect the keyboard from the server. Connect the keyboard to the C connector on the controller (Figure 5). Connect the 4-pin end of the keyboard jumper cable to the B connector on the controller (Figure 5). Connect the 6-pin end of the keyboard jumper cable to the keyboard socket on the server. Your server keyboard is now connected to the server through the controller. Figure 5.
Controller Installation Step 5. Connect the Modem to the Controller Connect the 25-pin modem cable to the A connector on the controller (Figure 6). Connect the other end of the 25-pin modem cable to the 25-pin connector on the external modem. Consult your modem documentation for instructions on how to set modem characteristics. Figure 6.
Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide Figure 7 shows a typical system installation with a keyboard and a VGA monitor. Figure 7.
Controller Installation Step 6. Use of an Optional UPS If the server is NOT connected to an uninterruptable power supply (UPS) and you want to maintain communication with the controller during power failures, connect the modem and external power supply ac cords to a UPS.
Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide Step 7. Power-On Sequence Power up the server in this order: 1. The modem and external power supply 2. The RSM controller power 3. The managed server This sequence is required to properly initialize the modem with a dialer string that (among other things) initializes Auto Answer. After you power up the server, observe the controller's LED through the server’s vents in the rear of the unit.
Controller Installation Step 8. Install the SCU files Start the System Configuration Utility (SCU). Once prompted for the config file (!DEC23F0), insert the configuration diskette (labeled AK-Q8U3A-CA) that came with the kit and hit the Enter key. This file also resides in the management workstation's RS_MGR directory. Select the default BIOS address unless there is a conflict with other installed EISA options such as a SCSI adapter or LAN card.
Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide Step 9. Verify the Connection with the Management Station Refer to the “Remote Server Management Station Software User’s Guide” to configure the software for access to the remote server from a management station.
Troubleshooting the Controller Reading the LED Status After installing the controller and applying power, observe the LED on the controller through the server vents in the rear of the unit. If after the completion of the self-test phase (about 30 seconds), the LED is in any state other than a steady green, refer to the table below for the possible cause and suggested solution. Symptom Possible Cause Suggested Solution Orange On-board FW initializing Wait about one minute, then reset the board.
Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide The following table lists some other possible situations that may occur during installation. Symptom Possible Cause Suggested Solution Server will not power up RSM jumper installed No RSM power Power up the RSM controller first. Server will not boot Reset cable may be incorrectly installed Check setting of the reset cable. Cannot dial-up remote server from remote server management station.
Troubleshooting the Controller Locate connector J10 on the controller. Move the jumper from pins 5 and 6 and place it over pins 9 and 10 as shown below. Reconnect the power cable to power on the controller. On XL servers, replace any panels or covers that you removed earlier and power on. Before the OS is loaded, power back down. Observe the LED on the controller. The LED should be a steady green. Disconnect the power cable from the controller.
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Hardware Specifications Controller Specifications Attribute Specification Slot requirement One industry-standard EISA bus master slot On-board processor 16 MHz 80C186EB FLASH memory 256 KB Main memory 512 KB SRAM Server console monitor and keyboard monitoring 6-pin DIN for keyboard Internal monitoring sensors Integrated voltage and temperature External monitoring sensors Two inputs: normally open for switch closure EISA bus signal monitor Noninvasive monitoring of 16 critical EISA bus si
Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide External Modem Specifications Attribute Specification Connector DB25 Protocol CCITT V.42 (Class 2-4 error control, BTLZ data compression is V.42 bis recommended but not required) Suggested model Zoom VFX V.
$ Controller Slot Locations DIGITAL Server Systems NOTE: DIGITAL Server systems that have PCI on board video controllers in the server are not compatible with the remote console feature of the RSM. An external ISA VGA video controller is required to support the remote console feature. For DIGITAL Prioris XL Server, use slots 2 through 5. For DIGITAL Prioris HX 590/590DP, use one of the lower EISA slots and remember to remove jumper J42.
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% Reset Cable Kits and Installation DIGITAL Server Systems DIGITAL Prioris XL Server Kit PN: FR-PCXCK-AB Connect the reset cable to the controller (F on Figure 1) and to the pins labeled RSM Conn (J40) on the main logic board. This 3-pin connector is located on the right-hand edge of the main logic board directly across from EISA slot 1. Pin 1 is on the left. Refer to the server user’s guide if you need further assistance in locating the connector.
Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide DIGITAL Prioris ZX 6000MP Kit PN: FR-PCYCK-AE Connect the interconnect cable to the controller (F on Figure 1) and to the 12-pin connector J46 on the main logic board. Also, remember to set switch 5 on the J35 switch block of the MLB to OFF (down). DIGITAL Prioris HX 6000 Kit PN: FR-PCYCK-AE Connect the interconnect cable to the controller (F on Figure 1) and to the 12-pin connector J29 on the main logic board.
& Pin Assignments Controller Connectors Connector Type Modem 25-pin D type (male) Keyboard input 6-pin mini-DIN Keyboard jumper 4-pin mini-DIN Reset 12-pin 2x6 array 29
Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide RS232 Modem Control Port Signals Pin In/Out 1 Ground 2 Out Transmit Data 3 In Receive Data 4 Out Request To Send 5 In Clear To Send 6 In Data Set Ready 7 8 Signal Ground In 9 Carrier Detect Signal Ground 10 Out Led 0 Driver Output 11 In Digital External Input 1 12 In Digital External Input 2 13 Out Control Output 1 14 Out Control Output 2 15 In Transmit Clock Input 16 In Analog Input 17 In Receive Clock 18 In
Pin Assignments Controller Keyboard Input Signals Pin In/Out Function 1 Keyboard Data In 2 nc 3 Signal Ground 4 Out VCC (+5vdc) 5 Keyboard Clock In 6 nc Controller Reset Signals Pin In/Out 1 2 Function Signal Ground In 3.
Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide Cable Specifications RS232 Modem Cable DB25 Female DB25 Male 1 gnd 2 3 3 2 4 5 5 4 6 Not used 7 7 8 20 20 8 RS232 Direct Connect Cables -- DB25 to DB9 DB25 Female 32 DB9 Female 1 gnd 2 2 3 3 4 8 5 7 6 Not used 7 5 8 4 20 1
Pin Assignments RS232 Direct Connect Cables -- DB25 to DB25 DB25 Female DB25 Female 1 gnd 2 3 3 2 4 5 5 4 6 Not used 7 7 8 20 20 8 33
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Index —A— About This Guide, 1 Auto Answer initializing modem, 16 —B— Boot up power on sequence, 16 setup error during, 20 —C— Cables external power supply, 11 reset cable, 10 specifications, 32 Config files error during boot up, 20 installing from kit, 17 orange LED, 19 troubleshooting, 20 Configuration files.
Remote Server Manager Hardware Installation Guide —H— Hardware kit contents, 2 Hardware specifications, 23 HX 5100MP, 25, 27 HX 590 and 590DP, 27 HX 590/590DP, 25 HX 6000, 25, 28 control port signals, 30 controller connectors, 29 customizing dialer strings, 3 dialer strings, 16 dial-up difficulties, 20 initializing, 16 specifications for external, 24 supported, 3 with UPS, 15 —I— Initializing modem, 16 Installation illustration of, 14 overview, 7 Installation procedure, 7 Installing controller in Server,
Index dial-up difficulties, 20 EISA slots on, 1 installing the controller, 8 modems for, 3 No BIOS address, 17 power-up sequence, 16 requirements, 1 using UPS, 15 video controllers, 25 won't power up, 10, 20 Setup error on server, 20 Slot requirement, 23 Specifications cables, 32 System Configuration Utility (SCU), 17 server won't power up, 10 —U— Uninterruptable power supply, 15 advantages of, 15 —V— Verify the connection with the management station, 18 Video controllers, 25 —X— XL server, 25, 27 inst
