NEC Express5800/R120g-2E User Manual

NEC Express5800/R120g-2E
Configuration Guide
Standard model
Introduction
This document contains product and configuration information that will enable you to configure your system. The
guide will ensure fast and proper configuration of your NEC Express5800 server.
August 24, 2017
Revision 7.0
NEC Corporation

NEC Express5800/R120g-2E Specifications

General

Brand	NEC
Model	Express5800/R120g-2E
Category	Server
Language	English

Summary

Introduction

Technical Specification

Key Features

Highlights performance, memory, storage, and power features of the server.

Specification (1/2)

Details model, processor, chipset, memory, and storage specifications.

External Views

Front and Rear Views

Identifies and illustrates front and rear panel components and connectors.

Dimensions

Configuration Diagram

Expansion Slot

Details available PCIe expansion slots, their types, and configurations.

Server Configuration

Base Models

Lists base server models with their included components and part numbers.

Processors and Heat Sink

Describes available processor kits and required heat sinks for dual-processor configurations.

Memory

Memory Configuration

Explains different memory configuration options like Independent Channel, Sparing, and Mirroring.

Maximum Memory Speed

Details the actual maximum memory transfer speeds for different processor types.

Maximum Available Memory

Lists maximum memory capacity supported by various operating systems.

Internal Hard Disk Drives

RAID Configuration

Details supported RAID configurations based on operating system and cache size.

Supported HDD/SDD

For Embedded SATA Controller

Lists supported HDDs and SSDs for the embedded SATA controller.

For RAID Controller Configuration (1)

Lists SAS HDDs for RAID controllers, for Windows Server 2008R2/VMware.

For RAID Controller Configuration (2)

Lists SAS HDDs and SATA HDDs for RAID controllers, for Windows Server 2012/R2.

2.5-inch PCIe SSD

2.5-inch PCIeSSD Installation Kit

Describes the kit required to install PCIe SSDs and its limitations.

Optical Drive

Internal RDX Drives

RDX Configuration

Details the controller, cable, and drive for RDX configurations.

PCI Card

Network Interface Controller

Lists 1GbE and 10GbE NICs, their specifications, and supported OS/teaming.

InfiniBand

Details InfiniBand adapters, cables, and switch for high-speed networking.

External Storage Controller

Describes RAID and Fibre Channel/SAS controllers for external storage.

Serial Port Adapter

Provides details on the serial port adapter for fixed PCI bracket mounting.

Other Add-in Components

Redundant Power Supply Module

Lists options for redundant power supply modules and their specifications.

Redundant Fan Kit

Details the redundant fan kit for improved cooling reliability.

Trusted Platform Module Kit

Explains the TPM 2.0 module for enhanced security and its requirements.

Add-on Components

17-inch LCD Console Drawer

Describes various LCD console drawers with KVM and keyboard options.

KVM Switch

Details server KVM switch units and connection cables for managing multiple servers.

Cable Management Arm

Lists the cable management arm kit for organizing server cables.

Server Management License

Medium and Cartridge

References

Boot Mode Setting

Details boot mode (Legacy/UEFI) and X2APIC settings for various OS.

Server Management

OS Support Matrix for PCI Cards and Embedded Controller

Supported PCI Cards and Installable Slots

Copyright Notice and Liability Disclaimer

Revision History