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Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX4770 M6 User Manual

Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX4770 M6
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FUJITSU Server PRIMERGY RX4770 M6
Upgrade and Maintenance Manual
Upgrade and Maintenance Manual - English
12/2020

Table of Contents

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Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX4770 M6 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ProcessorIntel Xeon Scalable Processors
MemoryUp to 4 TB DDR4
StorageUp to 24 x 2.5" drives
Expansion SlotsUp to 10 PCIe 4.0 slots
NetworkMultiple 10GbE options
Power SupplyRedundant power supplies
ManagementIntegrated Remote Management Controller (iRMC)
Operating System SupportWindows Server, Linux distributions

Summary

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1 Introduction

1.1 Concept and target groups of this manual

Explains the manual's purpose and intended audience for upgrade/maintenance tasks.

1.2 Notational conventions

Defines symbols and text formatting used throughout the manual.

2 Before you start

2.1 Basic information

Outlines steps before starting any upgrade or maintenance task.

2.2 Classification of procedures

Describes the three complexity categories assigned to maintenance procedures.

2.3 Average task duration

Provides information on the estimated time for hardware maintenance tasks.

2.4 Tools you need at hand

Lists required tools for maintenance tasks and where to find specific lists.

2.5 Documentation overview

Guides on downloading and listing available manuals for reference.

3 Important information

3.1 Introduction

Introduces essential safety information for working on the server.

3.2 Safety instructions

Lists fundamental safety instructions also found in other manuals.

3.3 ENERGY STAR

Explains ENERGY STAR certification and factors affecting energy consumption.

3.4 CE conformity

States system compliance with European regulations and provides a link to the CE declaration.

3.5 FCC Class A Compliance Statement

Addresses FCC and ICES compliance for Class A digital devices and interference mitigation.

3.6 Environmental protection

Covers environmentally friendly design, energy saving, packaging, and consumable disposal.

4 Basic hardware procedures

4.1 Using diagnostic information

Guides on using ServerView Suite for planning upgrades and replacements.

4.2 Removing the front cover with lock

Provides instructions on how to remove the server's front cover using the lock.

4.3 Shutting down the server

Details the procedure for safely shutting down the server before maintenance.

4.4 Disconnecting the power cord

Step-by-step guide to safely disconnect the AC power cord from the PSU.

4.5 Getting access to the component

Safety precautions before accessing internal server components.

4.6 Reassembling

Safety precautions to take before reassembling server components.

4.7 Connecting the power cord

Guide on connecting the AC power cord to the PSU and power outlet.

4.8 Switching on the server

Steps for powering on the server, including safety checks.

4.9 Installing the front cover with lock

Instructions for attaching and securing the front cover with the lock.

4.10 Handling riser modules

Identifies the locations of riser modules and their PCIe slots.

4.11 Handling the fan cage

Details how to remove and install the fan cage assembly.

4.12 Handling the air duct

Instructions for removing and installing air ducts from the system board.

4.13 Handling the top system board carrier

Steps for removing and installing the top system board carrier.

5 Basic software procedures

5.1 Validation

Notes that some information may not apply based on server and installed features.

5.2 Starting the maintenance task

Explains how to suspend BitLocker, disable boot watchdog, and remove media.

5.3 Completing the maintenance task

Covers BIOS/iRMC updates, verifying backups, updating firmware, and resetting counters.

6 Power supply unit (PSU)

6.1 Safety notes

Safety precautions related to handling and installing PSUs.

6.2 Basic information

Details PSU configurations, hot-plug support, and redundant/non-redundant modes.

6.3 Redundant power supply

Instructions for installing, removing, and replacing hot-plug PSUs.

6.4 Replacing the power distribution board

Details the process for replacing the power distribution board.

7 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state disk (SSD)

7.1 Safety notes

Safety precautions for handling HDDs/SSDs, including data backup and ESD.

7.2 Basic information

Describes HDD/SSD subsystem configurations and connection methods.

7.3 Handling HDDs or SSDs without installation frame

Details installation/removal of the frame, necessary only in Japan.

7.4 2.5-inch HDD/SSD configurations

Shows the layout for HDD/SSD or PCIe SSD modules.

7.4.2 Installing 2.5-inch HDD/SSD modules

Provides steps for installing 2.5-inch HDD/SSD modules, including drive bay location.

7.4.3 Removing 2.5-inch HDD/SSD modules

Details the procedure for removing HDD/SSD modules, including RAID considerations.

7.4.4 Replacing a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD module

Guide on replacing 2.5-inch HDD/SSD modules, with tool requirements.

7.4.5 Replacing a 8x 2.5-inch HDD backplane

Details the process for replacing the 8x 2.5-inch HDD backplane.

7.4.6 Replacing the 24x 2.5-inch HDD backplane and SAS expander switch board

Instructions for replacing the 24x HDD backplane and SAS expander.

7.4.7 Upgrading configuration from eight to 16 2.5-inch HDDs/SSDs

Guide for upgrading HDD/SSD configuration from 8 to 16 drives.

7.4.8 Replacing the SAS expander board

Details on how to replace the SAS expander board.

8 Fans

8.1 Safety notes

Safety precautions for handling internal server components and fans.

8.2 Basic information

Describes the server's fan configuration, including hot-plug modules and redundancy.

8.3 Replacing a fan module

Provides preliminary steps and tools needed for replacing a fan module.

9 Expansion cards and backup units

9.1 Safety notes

Safety precautions for handling internal cables, devices, and ESD-sensitive components.

9.2 Basic information

Provides diagrams of PCIe slots on the top and bottom system boards.

9.3 Handling slot brackets

Details how to install and remove slot brackets.

9.4 Handling SFP+ transceiver modules

Explains the hot-pluggable nature and system configuration dependency for SFP+ modules.

9.5 OCP (Open Compute Project) modules

Shows the location and installation/removal of OCP modules.

9.6 Expansion cards in standard PCIe slots

Preliminary steps and instructions for installing/removing/replacing expansion cards in PCIe slots.

9.7 Expansion cards in riser modules

Preliminary steps and instructions for installing/removing/replacing expansion cards in riser modules.

9.8 GPU cards in riser modules

Preliminary steps and instructions for installing/removing/replacing GPU cards in riser modules.

9.9 Replacing a riser card

Details the process for replacing a riser card.

9.10 Flash backup unit (FBU)

Shows FBU positions, installation, removal, and replacement procedures.

10 Main memory

10.1 Safety notes

Safety precautions for handling memory modules, including thermal warnings and ESD.

10.2 Basic information

Diagrams of memory slots and details on population conditions and modes of operation.

10.3 Installing memory modules

Provides instructions for installing memory modules on both system boards.

10.4 Removing memory modules

Details the process for removing memory modules from system boards.

10.5 Replacing memory modules

Guide on replacing memory modules on both system boards.

10.6 Handling memory dummy modules

Explains the requirement and procedure for installing dummy modules.

11 Processor (CPU)

11.1 Safety notes

Safety precautions for handling CPUs, including ESD sensitivity and socket contact care.

11.2 Basic information

Diagrams of CPU locations and lists supported CPUs and population requirements.

11.3 Upgrading to 4 CPU configuration

Details the procedure and tools for upgrading to a 4 CPU configuration.

11.4 Replacing a CPU or heat sink

Provides hardware and software requirements for replacing CPUs or heat sinks.

12 Liquid cooling (LC)

12.1 Safety notes

Safety precautions related to CPU handling and ESD for liquid cooling systems.

12.2 Basic information

Notes chapter validity for Japan/Asia and LC configuration availability.

12.3 Replacing the CPU or LC kit

Outlines preliminary steps and tools for replacing CPU or LC kit.

13 Accessible drives

13.1 Safety notes

Safety precautions for installing, handling, and disposing of accessible drives.

13.2 Basic information

States that one 5.25-inch slimline ODD can be installed.

13.3 Optical disk drive (ODD)

Shows the location of the ODD bay and routing of the ODD cable.

13.3.3 Installing the ODD

Preliminary steps and tools required for installing an ODD.

13.3.4 Removing the ODD

Preliminary steps and instructions for removing the ODD.

13.3.5 Replacing the ODD

Guide on replacing the ODD, including preliminary steps and concluding actions.

14 Front panel

14.1 Safety notes

Safety precautions for inserting the COP and handling ESD-sensitive components.

14.2 Basic information

Explains the COP mounting and front VGA connector.

14.3 Common operation panel (COP)

Details the COP replacement process, system information backup, and precautions.

14.4 Front VGA

Preliminary steps and tools for replacing the front VGA connector.

15 System board and components

15.1 Safety notes

Safety precautions for handling hot components and ESD-sensitive parts.

15.2 Basic information

Introduces instructions for the system board and its components like CMOS battery and TPM.

15.3 CMOS battery

Details tools and steps for replacing the CMOS battery.

15.4 Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Lists TPM kit components and details installation/removal/replacement.

15.5 iRMC microSD card

Explains the necessity of the iRMC microSD card for eLCM functionality.

15.6 M.2 SSD

Describes M.2 slots and instructions for installing/removing/replacing M.2 SSDs.

15.7 Dual microSD 64GB Enterprise

Shows position and guides for installing/removing/replacing Dual microSD 64GB Enterprise.

15.8 UPI cables

Preliminary steps and tools for replacing UPI sideband and signal cables.

15.9 System board

Details preliminary steps and tools for replacing the top and bottom system boards.

16 Appendix A

16.1 Mechanical overview

Shows server front, rear, and interior views with component labels.

16.2 Connectors and indicators

Diagrams and descriptions of onboard connectors and indicators on system boards and panels.

17 Appendix B

17.1 Supplied documents

Lists related documents available in the appendix.

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