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Digital Equipment 5220 Series User Manual

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DIGITAL Server 5220
DIGITAL Server 5220 Series
Service Maintenance Manual
Part Number: ER-J2BWW-SM. A01
Digital Equipment Corporation

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Digital Equipment 5220 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDigital Equipment
Model5220 Series
CategoryServer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Preface

Product Description

Introduction

Describes the DIGITAL Server 5220 as a high-performance, scalable network and application server.

Reliability and Availability Features

Details features supporting server uptime and data integrity.

Server Expansion Capabilities

Lists expansion capabilities like PCI slots and storage options.

Server Management and Security

Covers server diagnostics, configuration, and security features.

Server Configurations and Naming

Explains naming conventions for DIGITAL Server products.

Product Model Numbering Convention

Details the system for assigning product model numbers.

Related Material

Lists available documentation and their order numbers.

Latest Product Information and Updates

Provides web addresses for product info and updates.

Server Software and Utilities

Introduction to Server Utilities

Overviews the utilities supplied with the server.

ServerWORKS Quick Launch Utility

Describes software for NOS installation and utilities.

BIOS Setup Utility Guide

Utility for configuring server hardware and BIOS settings.

Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility

Step-by-step guide to enter and use the BIOS Setup utility.

Helpful Hints for BIOS Setup

Provides tips and keyboard shortcuts for using BIOS Setup.

Changing Server Configuration

General section for configuration changes.

Changing Time and Date

Procedure to set the system's time and date.

Changing I/O Port Settings

How to modify I/O port configurations via BIOS.

Assigning IRQs

Information on managing IRQ assignments for expansion boards.

PCI IRQ Assignments

Details interrupt assignments for PCI slots.

PCI Device Interrupt and Slot INT Routing

Table showing PCI interrupt routing.

Setting Up Security

Overview of server security features.

Setting Supervisor and User Passwords

How to set passwords for BIOS access.

Enabling Password On Boot

Steps to enable password prompt during server boot.

Eliminating User and Supervisor Passwords

Procedure to remove set passwords.

Other Security Options

Discusses additional security settings like Sign On Banner.

Changing the Boot Sequence

How to modify the server's boot order.

Speeding up the Boot Process

Options to accelerate server startup time.

Checking System Management Parameters

Accessing system and environment parameters.

BIOS Upgrade Utility

Procedure for updating the server's BIOS.

SCSI Configuration Utility

Utility to configure onboard SCSI controller settings.

Determining Devices Attached to SCSI Channels

How to check connected SCSI devices.

RAID Configuration Utility

Utility for configuring RAID arrays.

Diagnostics Overview

Overview of diagnostic software for verifying server operation.

BIOS Setup Utility Features

Introduction to BIOS Setup

Introduces BIOS utility for editing resources and configuring the server.

BIOS Setup (F2) Guide

Explains the BIOS Setup utility and its main screen.

Main BIOS Setup Menu

Details the 'Main' menu options in BIOS Setup.

Cache and Shadow Settings

Covers cache and shadow RAM settings for performance.

Keyboard Features Configuration

BIOS settings related to keyboard behavior.

Advanced BIOS Setup Options

Overview of advanced configuration options in BIOS Setup.

Integrated Peripherals Configuration

Settings for integrated peripherals like IDE, serial, parallel.

Advanced Chipset Control

Configuration for chipset features like ACPI and ECC.

PCI Configuration and IRQ Settings

Settings for PCI device IRQ assignments.

Security Options in BIOS

Settings for system security like passwords.

Boot Sequence Configuration

BIOS settings related to the boot process.

System Management (F3) Utility

Section for system management utilities.

Summary  System Summary

Displays a summary of system information.

Environment Monitoring

Monitors server environment like temperature and voltage.

Memory Slots Information

Details memory slot configuration and status.

POST Error Summary

Displays POST error summaries.

System Asset Number Management

Manages system asset numbers and I/O.

Processor Module Asset Number Management

Manages asset numbers for the processor module.

PCI IRQ Assignment Status

Shows the status of PCI IRQ assignments.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Introduction

Introduces troubleshooting procedures for the server.

Initial Troubleshooting Steps

General procedures for initial troubleshooting steps.

When to Use Diagnostics

Guidelines on when to run diagnostic software.

Running Diagnostics

Steps to run the AMIDiag base package.

Running Quick Tests or Groups of Tests

How to run specific diagnostic tests or groups.

Running DIGITAL Vendor Extended Tests

How to run extended diagnostic tests from diskette.

Running Diagnostics from Hard Disk

Steps to run diagnostics from the server's HDD.

Obtaining Server Information

How to get system information from the server.

Information via BIOS Setup Utility

How to get server info via BIOS Setup.

DIGITAL ServerWORKS Manager

Overview of the ServerWORKS Manager software.

Displaying Server Status via Hardware

How to view server status indicators.

Server Status Messages

Lists status messages and possible failures.

POST OCP Messages

Lists POST and OCP panel messages.

POST/Boot Codes for Processor Module

Tables of POST/Boot codes for the processor.

POST Messages for Processor Module

Displays POST messages related to the processor module.

OCP Messages and Hot Keys

Discusses OCP panel messages and hot keys.

OCP Status and Error Messages

Lists OCP status and error messages.

Processor Module Voltage and Temperature Ranges

Lists voltage and temperature ranges for the processor.

Processor Voltage Range

Details normal, error, and shutdown voltage values.

Processor Voltage Range (Vccp)

Specifies Vccp voltage ranges for different modes.

Processor Temperature Sensing

Describes temperature monitoring and failure results.

Advanced Troubleshooting Introduction

Introduces CRU process and general troubleshooting tips.

Server Troubleshooting

Tables listing server problems, causes, and actions.

Disk Drive Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting for internal SCSI devices.

Hot Swap Drive Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting for hot swap drive LEDs.

Tape Drive Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for tape drive issues.

Monitor Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting for monitor display issues.

CD-ROM Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for CD-ROM drive problems.

Diskette Drive Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting for diskette drive read/write issues.

RAID Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting for RAID adapter and drive issues.

Flash BIOS Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting for BIOS flashing issues.

FRU Replacement

Introduction to FRU Replacement

Lists FRU part numbers and replacement procedures.

Server Front View Components

Identifies components visible from the server's front.

Server Left Side View Components

Identifies components visible from the server's left side.

Server Right-Side/Rear View Components

Identifies components visible from the right/rear.

Miscellaneous Parts

Lists various optional parts and adapters.

Labels and Nameplates

Details server labels and nameplates.

Service Procedures and Safety

General service instructions and safety precautions.

Recommended Tools for Service

Lists essential tools for service procedures.

BIOS Version Information

Provides URL for BIOS upgrade information.

Disconnecting External Devices and Power

Steps to safely disconnect power and peripherals.

Removing and Installing Side Panels

Procedure for removing and installing server side panels.

Server Front View Components Detailed

Components of the server's front view.

Server Left Side View Components Detailed

Components of the server's left side view.

Server Right Side View Components Detailed

Components of the server's right side view.

Server Rear View Components

Components of the server's rear view.

Main Logic Board Connectors

Identifies connectors on the main logic board.

Main Logic Board Components

Identifies main logic board components.

Processor Module Components

Identifies processor module components.

Video/Ethernet Daughter Card Details

Details connectors on the video/Ethernet daughter card.

Jumpers and Switch Settings

Lists main logic board jumper and switch settings.

Processor Module Switch Settings

Lists switch settings for processor speed.

Installing Additional Memory

Steps for installing more memory modules.

Server DIMM Requirements

Specifies requirements for server memory modules.

Memory Configuration Guidelines

Guidelines for installing memory modules.

Memory Configurations

Examples of memory configurations and mixing sizes.

Memory Troubleshooting

How to troubleshoot memory errors detected by POST.

Removing and Replacing Power Supply

Procedure for replacing the server's power supply.

Removing and Replacing Diskette Drive

Steps to remove and replace the diskette drive.

Removing and Replacing CD-ROM Drive

Procedure for replacing the CD-ROM drive.

Removing and Replacing Cooling Fan

Steps to remove and replace cooling fans.

Removing and Replacing Secondary Cooling Fan 2

Steps to replace secondary cooling fan 2.

Removing and Replacing Cooling Fan 5

Steps to remove and replace cooling fan 5.

Removing and Replacing Speaker

Procedure for removing and replacing the speaker.

Removing and Replacing Main Logic Board

Detailed steps to replace the main logic board.

Replacing Real Time Clock (RTC) Battery

Procedure to replace the RTC battery.

Removing and Replacing Storage Backplane

Steps to remove and replace the storage backplane.

Removing and Replacing a Caster

Procedure to remove and replace server casters.

Device Mapping

Introduction to Device Mapping

Introduces tables for memory and address information.

Processor Memory Address Map

Table showing memory address ranges and their functions.

I/O Address Map

Table detailing I/O address map for various devices.

Server Interrupt Levels

Lists interrupt numbers and their sources.

PCI Configuration Space Address Map

Map of PCI configuration space addresses.

Upgrade Procedure

Model 5200 vs. 5220 Comparison

Compares features of Server 5200 and 5220 models.

Server Upgrade Procedure

Steps to perform a server upgrade.

Troubleshooting Upgrade Guidelines

Guidelines for troubleshooting after an upgrade.

Block Diagram

Main Logic Board Block Diagram

Describes the main logic board block diagram.

CPU/Memory Connector Details

Details the CPU/Memory connector pinout.

PCI ISA IDE Xcelerator (PIIX4)

Describes the PIIX4 chip functionality.

BIOS ROM Information

Information about the BIOS ROM.

System I/O Controller

Describes the system input/output controller.

Ultra I/O Controller

Details the Ultra I/O controller's functions.

Serial Interface Details

Information on serial interface ports and pin assignments.

Serial Interface Pin Assignments

Pin assignments for serial interface ports.

Parallel Interface Details

Describes the parallel interface and its modes.

Parallel Interface Pin Assignments

Pin assignments for the parallel interface.

Diskette Controller Details

Details the integrated diskette controller.

Keyboard/Mouse Controller

Describes the keyboard/mouse controller.

Keyboard/Mouse Connector Pin Assignments

Pin assignments for keyboard/mouse connectors.

SCSI Interface Details

Details the PCI SCSI interface.

SCSI Controller Details

Describes the PCI SCSI controller.

SCSI Connectors

Details SCSI connectors on the main logic board.

IDE Interface Details

Describes the standard and PCI IDE interfaces.

Display Interface Overview

Overview of the video display interface.

Super Video Graphics Array (SVGA)

Details the SVGA video controller.

SVGA Connector Pin Assignments

Pin assignments for the SVGA connector.

Ethernet Interface Details

Details the Ethernet interface controller.

Network Interface Pin Assignments

Pin assignments for the network interface.

Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Bus

Overview of the PCI bus architecture.

PCI Bus Expansion

Details PCI bus expansion slots.

PCI-to-PCI Bridge (PPB)

Describes the PCI-to-PCI bridge chip.

ISA Bus Details

Details the ISA bus specifications.

System Management Subsystem

Describes the system management subsystem.

Supported Options List

List of Supported Options

Lists tested and certified options for the server.

Service Notes

Related product manuals