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ThinkSystem ST45 V3 User Guide

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Table of Contents3
Safety5
Safety Inspection Checklist6
Chapter 1. Introduction9
Features9
Tech Tips10
Security Advisories10
Specifications11
Technical Specifications11
Mechanical Specifications13
Environmental Specifications14
Particulate Contamination15
Management Options16
Chapter 2. Server Components19
Front View19
Rear View20
Side View23
Server Locks23
System-Board Connectors25
Chapter 3. Parts List27
Power Cords29
Chapter 4. Unboxing and Setup31
Server Package Contents31
Identify the Server31
Server Setup Checklist34
Chapter 5. Hardware Replacement Procedures37
Installation Guidelines37
Safety Inspection Checklist38
System Reliability Guidelines39
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices39
Memory Module Installation Rules and Order41
Power on and Power off the Server42
Power on the Server42
Power off the Server42
CMOS Battery (CR2032) Replacement42
Remove the CMOS Battery (CR2032)42
Install the CMOS Battery (CR2032)44
About this Task44
Drive and Drive Cage Replacement46
Simple-Swap Drive and Drive Cage Replacement (Bay 0-1)46
Simple-Swap Drive and Drive Cage Replacement (Bay 2)60
Simple-Swap Drive and Drive Cage Replacement (Bay 3)69
Optical Drive and Drive Cage Replacement80
Remove an Optical Drive80
Install an Optical Drive83
Fan Replacement91
Remove the Fan (Front and Rear)91
Install the Fan (Front and Rear)93
Front Bezel Replacement95
Remove the Front Bezel95
Install the Front Bezel96
Heat Sink and Fan Module Replacement (Trained Technician Only)97
Remove the Heat Sink and Fan Module97
Install the Heat Sink and Fan Module (Trained Technician Only)99
M.2 Drive Replacement101
Remove an M.2 Drive101
Install an M.2 Drive102
Remove the M.2 Drive Retainer104
Install the M.2 Drive Retainer105
Memory Module Replacement106
Remove a Memory Module107
Install a Memory Module110
Mono Amplifier (Speaker) Replacement113
Remove the Mono Amplifier (Speaker)113
Install the Mono Amplifier (Speaker)114
Pcie Adapter Replacement115
Remove a Pcie Adapter115
Install a Pcie Adapter117
Power Button with LED Replacement119
Remove the Power Button with LED119
Install the Power Button with LED122
Power Supply Unit Replacement124
Remove the Power Supply Unit124
Install the Power Supply Unit127
Processor Replacement (Trained Technician Only)130
Remove the Processor130
Only)131
Install the Processor132
Only)133
System Board Replacement (Trained Technician Only)134
Remove the System Board134
Install the System Board139
Enable UEFI Secure Boot142
Server Cover Replacement143
Remove the Server Cover143
Install the Server Cover145
Thermal Sensor Replacement148
Remove the Thermal Sensor148
Install the Thermal Sensor149
Complete the Parts Replacement151
Chapter 6. Internal Cable Routing153
Cable Routing for Bay 0 Drive154
Cable Routing for Bay 1 Drive155
Cable Routing for Bay 2 Drive157
Cable Routing for Optical Disk Drive158
Cable Routing for the RAID Adapter and Drives159
Cable Routing for the Power Supply Unit162
Cable Routing for the Front Fan and Rear Fan163
Cable Routing for the Heat Sink and Fan Module164
Cable Routing for the Thermal Sensor165
Cable Routing for the Mono Amplifier166
Cable Routing for the Power Button with LED167
Chapter 7. System Configuration169
Update the Firmware169
Configure the Firmware169
Starting the Setup Utility Program169
Enabling or Disabling a Device169
Enabling or Disabling the Automatic Power170
Using Passwords170
Setting, Changing, or Deleting a Password171
Erasing Lost or Forgotten Passwords (Clearing CMOS)171
Selecting a Startup Device171
Selecting a Temporary Startup Device172
Exiting the Setup Utility Program172
Memory Configuration172
RAID Configuration173
Deploy the Operating System173
Back up the Server Configuration173
Chapter 8. Problem Determination175
Event Logs175
Troubleshooting by Leds175
System-Board LED175
Ethernet Port (10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45)176
Leds176
General Problem Determination Procedures177
Resolving Suspected Power Problems177
Resolving Suspected Ethernet Controller Problems178
Troubleshooting by Symptom178
Audio Problems179
Intermittent Problems179
Keyboard, Mouse, KVM Switch or USB-Device Problems179
Memory Problems180
Microsoft Server 2022 Activation Problem181
Monitor and Video Problems182
Network Problems184
Observable Problems184
Optional-Device Problems186
Performance Problems187
Power on and Power off Problems188
Software Problems188
Storage Drive Problems189
UEFI Upgrade Problem190
Appendix A. Hardware Disassembling for Recycle191
Disassemble the System Board for Recycle191
Appendix B. Getting Help and Technical Assistance195
Before You Call195
Contacting Support196
Appendix C. Documents and Supports197
Documents Download197
Support Websites197
Appendix D. Notices199
Trademarks200
Important Notes200
Electronic Emission Notices200
Taiwan Region BSMI Rohs Declaration201
Taiwan Region Import and Export Contact Information201

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