Transport GS10 / / / B2094T15 Revision 1.00 Copyright © TYAN Computer Corporation, 2003. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or translated without prior written consent from TYAN Computer Corp . All registered and unregistered trademarks and company names contained in this manual are property of their respective owners including, but not limited to the following: TYAN, T ransport GS10 B2094T15 are trademarks of TYAN Computer Corporation.
0 Table of Contents Safety Precautions........................................................................................................4 1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................5 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 2 Cabinet Installation........................................................................................................11 2.1 2.2 3 Before You Begin ...................................................
4 Configuring the System.................................................................................................29 4.1 4.2 5 Installing Software Drivers ..........................................................................................35 5.1 5.2 6 Opening the Cover .....................................................................................................41 Installing an Expansion Card.....................................................................................
Safety Precautions l Use the type of power indicated on the marking label. l Ensure electrical circuits are not overloaded; consider the nameplate ratings of all the connected equipment and ensure you have over current protection. l Do not disable the power cord ground feature. This equipment was designed to connect to a grounded (earthed) power outlet. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. l Ensure that the power outlet is located or installed near the equipment and is easily accessible.
1 Introduction This chapter introduces the features and functions of the product. 1.1 Before You Begin This manual provides hardware-related information of the system for administrators who use it to develop and host web sites. The administrators should be familiar with operating systems and web browsers. Depending on the model purchased, your system may come with pre-installed software. For software information, refer to the documentation accompanying the software.
Inspect all the items. If any item is damaged or missing, notify your dealer immediately. Keep the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to ship or store the computer in the future. 1.2 Product Description Congratulationson purchasing the system. It is a server appliance providing a dedicated web-hosting platform, pre-packaged in an industry standard 1U rackmount enclosure.
1.3 Specifications NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Processor • Single socket 478 • Intel Pentium 4 processor up to 3.
1.4 System View Front View Ref Component Description Œ • Ž Power Button Turns the power on and off (soft-off). Power Indicator Glows green when the power is on. LAN1 Indicator Indicates an active network connection on LAN1 (external connection). • LAN2 Indicator Indicates an active network connection on LAN2 (internal connection). • Hard Disk Drive Indicator Indicates activity on the hard disk drive. ‘ ’ LCD Screen Displays messages and values entered.
Rear View Ref Component ΠVentilation Openings Maintain proper operating temperature. Do not cover or block the openings. Power Connector Connects the power cord. Power Switch Turns the main power of the system on and off. LAN1 Connector Connects the LAN cable for internal network connection. LAN2 Connector Connects the LAN cable for external network connection. VGA Port Connects an external CRT monitor. Serial Port Connects a serial device.
2 Cabinet Installation This chapter, which is divided into two sections, provides instructions on the hardware installation of the system. System Assembly section illustrates how to assemble each component of the system. Rack Mounting section describes the procedures for mounting the system into the rack. You can use the system assembly flowchart and the chart next to determine the proper sequence for removing or installing components to the server.
System Assembly Flowchart The following flowchart shows the basic procedures of system assembly: NOTE: Please wear anti -static gloves when handling electrical components and exercise caution during the installation process. For more information, contact your local dealer or an experienced technician.
2.1 System Assembly When installing a device, be sure to read the instructions accompanying the device together with the relevant section in this chapter. Opening the Cover CAUTION: l Static electricity can destroy electronic devices. W henever you handle an option outside of its protective packaging, first discharge any static electricity from your body by touching a protective grounding device or unpainted metal on the rear panel of the system before unplugging the power cord.
3. Locate the CPU socket and lift the socket arm up to the vertical position. Align the new CPU so its Pin 1 corner (beveled corner) is at the Pin 1 corner of the socket. 4. Insert the CPU pins into the socket. Press the arm downward to the horizontal position. You will feel some resistance while doing so. This is normal as the pressure starts to secure the CPU in place. 14 http://www.TYAN.
5. Align the four points of the heatsink socket and secure with four screws following a diagonal sequence. 6. Place the air duct back into place and secure with three screws. 7. Replace the cabinet cover. Installing System Memory Your system has two 184-pin DIMM (Dual In-line Memory Module) sockets to support a maximum of 2 GB. You must follow these requirements for the DIMM to be used with the system: l Unbuffered DDR- SDRAM (Double Data Rate Synchronous DRAM) with ECC l PC1600/PC2100-compliant l 2.
3. To install the DIMM, make sure the retaining clips are in the unlocked position, then align the DIMM’s notched end with the socket’s corresponding end and firmly insert the DIMM into the socket. Finally push the retaining clips inwards to lock the DIMM in place. 4. Replace the cabinet cover. Installing a Hard Disk Drive NOTE: Make sure that the jumper setting of the hard disk drive is set to “Master.” (See the hard disk drive’s documentation for information.) 1.
3. Fit a hard disk drive to the bracket and secure with four screws. 4. Fit the bracket with the hard disk drive back into place and secure with one screw. Connect the data cable and power cord. 5. Replace the cabinet cover. 6. You can create or rebuild RAID for the hard disk drive (see chapter 7 for information). Installing a Riser Card Your system has one PCI slot located on the system board.
2. Locate the PCI slot. 3. Firmly press the riser card’s edge connector into the PCI slot. 4. Replace the cabinet cover. 2.2 Rack Mounting T he slide rackmount kit provides a sliding rackmount solution for the product. Slides enable optimal serviceability of the server from the front of the rack, including accessibility to the rear of the server for cabling and the capability for top cover removal. It is compatible with most 19” EIA standard 4 post racks with non-threaded holes.
2. Detach the inner slide from the outer slide by pressing on the release latch Œ and pulling apart the inner slide from the outer slide •. Do the same for the other slide. 3. Align the inner slide’s first round screwhole with the screwhole on the system chassis beside the mounting ears and attach the screw together with next screwhole. Do the same for the other side . NOTE: For the correct orientation on mounting the inner slides to the cabinet, refer to the picture above. 4.
Cabinet into the Rack Slide system cabinet Œ with the inner slides previously installed into the inner rails of the outer slides attached to the rack and press on the release latch • until the front panel is aligned with the front edge of the rack. Locking Tab To prevent the system chassis from sliding on its rails, secure the system cabinet to the rack with a screw on each of the mounting ears Ž (optional – refer to the figure above). 20 http://www.TYAN.
3 Setting Up the System This chapter tells you how to set up the system for use. 3.1 System Requirements To use the system, you need: l A 10Base-T, 10/100Base-TX, or 100Base-TX TCP/IP-based LAN l A computer connected to the network that uses a Web browser (Netscape Navigator or Microsoft Internet Explorer, version 4.
l l 3.3 The equipment is properly grounded. Do not place any objects on top of the system. Making the Connection 1. Connect one end of a Category 5 Ethernet cable to the LAN1 connector on the system and the other end to the network socket that connects to the external network. 2. Connect one end of a Category 5 Ethernet cable to the LAN2 connector on the system and the other end to the network socket that connects to the clients. 3.
CAUTION: It is important to follow the proper power-down procedure for turning off the system. See section 3.6 in this chapter. 3.4 Configuring the System After you have made the network and power connections, you can configure the network settings using the LCD console. Before You Begin NOTE: To take advantage of the LCD console feature, make sure that the LCD driver is correctly installed (see chapter 5).
Setting the Configuration For Linux 1. Press the button according to the number of times specified on the following table, and you will see the corresponding prompt.
For Windows 1. Press the button according to the number of times specified on the following table, and you will see the corresponding prompt.
Setting Up With the Web Browser The remainder of the setup process is performed through a Web browser (Netscape Navigator or Microsoft Internet Explorer, version 4.0 or later) on any client computer connected to the server. Depending on your model, all the software may have been pre-installed by the manufacturer or dealer. See the software manual for setup instructions. 3.
For Windows Press the button seven times, and you will see the prompt: Shut down server? Press the button and when the power is off, the power indicator turns off. 3.7 Linux RedHat Installation Notes Due to the compatibility limitation between Linux RedHat 7.
4 Configuring the System 4.1 BIOS Setup Program BIOS Setup (SCU or Setup Configuration Utility) is a program for configuring the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) settings of the system. You need to run the BIOS Setup program when: l You see an error message on the screen requesting you to run Setup. l You want to restore the factory default settings. l You want to modify some specific settings according to the hardware. l You want to modify some specific settings to optimize system performance.
2) Exits Setup. F9 Restores the Setup defaults. F10 Saves changes and exits Setup. Main Menu The Main menu contains the basic configuration settings of your system. System Time sets the system time (Hour, Minute, Second). System Date sets the system date (Day, Month, Year). Primary/Secondary Master/Slave Each of these four items sets the type of the IDE device in your system. NOTE: Your computer cabinet can accommodate up to two IDE devices only although the BIOS supports up to four devices.
Advanced Chips et Control Graphics Aperture sets the memory size of AGP VGA device. Enable Memory Gap enables or disables memory gap. USB 2.0 Controller enables or disables USB 2.0 controller. ECC Config allows you to enable or disable support for ECC-type of memory. Available only if you are using an ECC-type DDR- SDRAM memory. ECC Error Type generates interrupt when an ECC error occurs. Available only if you are using an ECC-type DDR-SDRAM memory.
COM Port Addre ss if enabled, will use a port on the system board. Baud Rate enables the specified baud rate. Console Type enables the specified console type. Flow Control enables Flow Control. Console Connection indicates whether the console is connected directly to the system or uses a modem to connect. Continue C.R. After POST enables Console Redirection after operating system has loaded. Security Menu The Security menu contains the security settings that protect your system against unauthorized use.
Wake On LAN allows the system to wake up upon detection of any activity on the LAN. Power Button Behavior sets the desired system power state when the power button is pressed. Suspend Mode selects the type of Suspend mode. After Power Failure sets the mode of operation if there has been an AC power loss. Power Off causes the system to remain off when power is restored. Power On causes the system to start up when power is restored. Last State causes the system to return to the state it was before power loss.
4.2 Jumper Settings Jumpers provide a way to reconfigure the circuitry on the system board for specific needs. When you change the CPU or want to reset the BIOS configuration, you need to change the jumper settings. See the next figure for jumper locations and the table that follow for jumper definitions. CAUTION: Jumpers not described in this section are reserv ed for factory use only. Do not change the default settings.
5 Installing Software Drivers You need to install the software drivers using the CD supplied with your system. The drivers are required for taking full advantage of its unique features. NOTE: The driver CD may have been updated after this User’s Manual was completed. If your CD is different from that described in this chapter, refer to the README files on the CD. These files contain the latest information from the software supplier. 5.
5.2 Installation Instructions for Linux RedHat LCD Driver The LCD driver is required to enable your system to use the LCD panel to set the network, restart and shutdown the server. To in stall this driver, follow these steps: 1. Insert the driver CD into the CD drive. 2. Browse to the following directory: /mnt/cdrom/ and create the following directory: /tempLCD. 3. Unzip the LCDxx.tar.gz file located in the /mnt/cdrom/ directory into the /tempLCD directory.
cd /LCD ./LCDdaemon. 6. To enable the LCD controller after system boot up, add the following into the file /etc/rd.local. cd /LCD ./LCDdaemon RAID (Redundant Arrays of Inexpensive Disks) Driver The RAID driver is required to enable your system to use RAID IDE devices. To install this driver, follow these steps: The files are located on the following locations: l Driver CD \Promise\20276\Linux directory l Driver floppy disk for RAID 1. Extract the contents of the ZIP file on to a formatted floppy disk.
2. At the "Welcome to RedHat Linux ..." installation screen, a prompt labeled "boot:" will appear at the bottom of the screen. 3. Press TAB and append the parameters at the "boot:" prompt, then press Enter . NOTE: Linux Kernel 2. 4.x will wrongly identify the Promise ATA RAID controller as an IDE controller. This would result in the built-in Linux IDE driver trying to handle the controller and can prevent the proper FastTrak ATA RAID driver from being loaded.
1. Click the Gnome menu then click System Tools. 2. Select the Hardware Browser window and click Floppy Disks. 3. Obtain the USB floppy drive’s device file “/dev/sdX” where X can be a .. z . 4. Activate the floppy drive by using the device file /dev/sdX. 39 http://www.TYAN.
6 Expanding the System You can expand the capabilities of the system by adding or upgrading internal devices. When installing a device, be sure to read the instructions accompanying the device together with the relevant section in this chapter. 6.1 Opening the Cover CAUTION: l Static electricity can destroy electronic devices.
6.2 Installing an Expansion Card Your system supports one PCI slot located on a riser card. You can install a PCI expansion card for additional or enhanced functions. Follow this procedure to install an expansion card: 1. Before you purchase a PCI expansion card to add to the system, make sure that the card is less than 7 inches (177.8 mm) long. Otherwise, it will not fit into the place. 2. Open the cabinet cover (see section 6.1 in this chapter). 3.
NOTE: According to the standard X86 structure, there is only 128 k (C0000h-DFFFFh) shadow RAM for system option ROM. For this system, the RAID card option ROM engrosses 64 k, the onboard A TI VGA card engrosses 32 k, the onboard LAN engrosses more than 10 k, so the remaining space for option ROM is very limited. You may encounter the possibility that some PCI cards (e.g., SCSI PCI card) cannot be initialized and used when the PCI card needs more shadow RAM for its option ROM.
Secondary IDE Connector 3. Secure the hard disk drive to the bracket with four bottom screws. 4. Fit the bracket with the hard disk drive back into place and secure with one screw. 5. Connect one end of the data cable to the secondary IDE connector (see figure above) and the other end to the rear of the hard disk drive. NOTE: Connect the data cable to the secondary RAID IDE connector if using RAID disk drive. 6. Connect the power cord to the rear of the hard disk drive. 7.
6.4 Adding a CD Drive (for test purpose) In case you need to use a CD drive with your system, follow this procedure. WARNING: You are advised not to make frequent connection and disconnection on the IDE connector as this might cause damage to the data cable and connector pins. CAUTION: Follow the instructions in this section carefully. The DVD or CD drive contains a laser device.
Three -headed data cable NOTE: You cannot replace the cabinet cover with a CD drive installed. Restore the old connections after using the CD drive to be able to replace the cabinet cover. Without a Secondary Hard Disk Drive Installed 1. Remove the cabinet cover (see section 6.1 in this chapter). 2. Connect one end of the data cable to the secondary IDE connector (see figure on page 44) and the other end to the rear of the CD drive. 3. Connect the power cord to the rear of the CD drive.
7 Using RAID 7.1 About RAID Depending on the model, your system may support RAID (Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disk). The purpose of RAID is to combine multiple small, inexpensive disk drives into an array of disk drives that appears to the system as a single logical storage device and yields performance exceedingthat of a Single Large Expensive Drive (SLED). Your system provides a FastBuild Utility for creating your array.
7.2 1. Creating an Array Boot your system and when the following messages display on the screen, press Ctrl +F to run FastBuild Utility. MBFastTrak133 Lite ™ BIOS Version 2.00.0.XX © 19 9 5- 2000 Promise Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved. No array defined... Press to enter FastBuild ™ Utility Or press key to continue booting the system. 2. The FastBuild Utility main menu appears on the screen. FastBuild ™ Utility 1.xx © 199x- 200x Promise Technology, Inc. [ Main Menu ] Auto Setup .....
Creating an Array for Performance (RAID 0) 1. If you need performance instead of security, select Performance for the Optimize Array for item. 2. Depending on how you will be using your system, select A/V Editing, Server or Desktop for the Typical Application usage item. 3. Press Ctrl +Y to save and create the array. 4. Reboot your system. 5. Once the array has been created, you will need to FDISK and FORMAT the array as if it were a new single hard disk drive.
3. Press Y for the Create and Duplicate option. The messages as shown next will appear asking you to select the Source drive to use. Channel:ID Drive Model Source Disk Capacity (MB) Channel:ID Drive Model Target Disk Capacity (MB) [Please Select A Source Disk] Channel:ID Drive Model Capacity (MB) 1: Master QUANTUMCR8.4A 8063 2: Master QUANTUMCR8.4A 8063 [↑ ] Up [↓ ] [ESC] Exit [Ctrl- Y] Save 4. Use the arrow keys to select the drive containing data to be copied. 5.
7.4 Changing the Array After you have created an array, you can delete or rebuild an array. Deleting an Array CAUTION: Deleting an existing disk array could result in data loss. Make sure to record all array information including the array type, the disk members, and stripe block size in case you need to undo a deletion. Deleting an array is not the same as deleting data from the drives.
6. Reboot the system and enter the FastBuild Utility main menu. 7. Select 5 to rebuild the array. FastBuild ™ Utility 1.xx © 199x- 200x Promise Technology, Inc. [Rebuild Array Menu] Array No Array 1 Array 2 Array 3 Array 4 RAID Mode Mirror —— —— —— —— —— —— Total Drv 2 —— —— —— [↑ ] Up [↓] Down 8. Capacity (MB) 16126 —— —— —— [Keys Available] [ESC] Exit Status Critical [Enter] Select Highlight the array with “Critical” status and press Enter. FastBuild ™ Utility 1.
8 Appendix Caution Texts Concerning Lithium Batteries DANISH ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren. NORWEGIAN ADVARSEL: Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner.
FRENCH ATTENTION: II y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. Technical Support If a problem arises with your system, you should turn to your dealer for help first.
Notice for the USA Compliance Information Statement (Declaration of Conformity Procedure) DoC FCC Part 15: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
