Thanks to its highly developed hardware and software components, the PRIMERGY TX120 S2 server offers a high level of data security and availability. These include hot-plug HDD modules, the ServerView server management software, Prefailure Detection and Analysing (PDA) and Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart (ASR&R).
ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. These servers are always delivered with a particular setting in the BIOS setup. For details please see the manual “D2785 BIOS Setup Utility for PRIMERGY TX120 S2” on the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite DVD 2. Concept and target groups This Options Guide shows you how to extend and upgrade your server.
Introduction Documentation overview Documentation overview More information on your PRIMERGY TX120 S2 can be found in the following documents: – “Quick Start Hardware - PRIMERGY TX120 S2” leaflet (only included as a printed copy) – “Quick Start Software - Quick Installation Guide” DVD booklet (only included with the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite as a printed copy) –...
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The PDF files of the manuals can also be downloaded free of charge from the Internet. The overview page showing the online documentation available on the Internet can be found using the URL: http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com. The PRIMERGY server documentation can be accessed using the Industry standard servers navigation option. Further sources of information: –...
Introduction Expansions and conversions Expansions and conversions Main memory expansion The system board supports up to 16 Gbyte of main memory. 4 slots (2 memory banks with 2 slots each) are provided for the main memory. Each memory bank can be equippeded with 1 GB, 2 GB or 4 GB unbuffered DDR2 memory modules.
Notational conventions Introduction Notational conventions The following notational conventions are used in this manual: indicates commands or menu items. Text in italics “Quotation marks” indicate names of chapters and terms that are being emphasized. describes activities that must be performed in the order Ê...
Procedure CAUTION! ● The actions described in this manual should only be performed by technical specialists. ● Repairs to the device must only be carried out by service personnel. Please note that unauthorized interference with the system will void the warranty and exempt the manufacturer from all liability. Any failure to observe the guidelines in this manual, and any improper ●...
Safety The following safety instructions are also provided in the manual “Safety notes and other important information”. This device meets the relevant safety regulations for IT equipment. If you have any questions about whether you can install the server in the intended environment, please contact your sales outlet or our customer service team.
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Safety Before starting up CAUTION! ● During installation and before operating the device, observe the instructions on environmental conditions for your device. If the device is brought in from a cold environment, condensation may ● form both inside and on the outside of the device. Wait until the device has acclimatized to room temperature and is absolutely dry before starting it up.
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Safety CAUTION! ● Ensure that the power sockets on the device and the grounded shockproof sockets are freely accessible. The On/Off button or the main power switch (if present) does not ● isolate the device from the mains power supply. To disconnect it completely from the mains power supply, unplug all network power plugs from the grounded shockproof sockets.
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Safety CAUTION! ● Proper operation of the system (in accordance with IEC 60950-1/ EN 60950-1) is only ensured if the casing is completely assembled and the rear covers for the installation slots have been fitted (electric shock, cooling, fire protection, interference suppression). ●...
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Safety Working with CDs/DVDs and CD/DVD drives When working with devices with CD/DVD drives, these instructions must be followed. CAUTION! Only use CDs/DVDs that are in perfect condition in your server's ● CD/DVD drive, in order to prevent data loss, equipment damage and injury.
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Safety Modules with electrostatic-sensitive components Systems and components that might be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD) are marked with the following label: Figure 1: ESD label When you handle components fitted with ESDs, you must observe the following points under all circumstances: Remove the power plug before installing or removing components ●...
Preparation CAUTION! Please note the safety instructions in chapter “Safety” on page Opening the server Ê Exit all applications and shut down the server properly. Ê Press the On/Off button if the server has not been switched off by the operating system.
Removing the crosspiece Preparation Removing the crosspiece Figure 3: Removing the crosspiece Ê Pull the crosspiece out a little to the side (1). Ê Unhook the crosspiece on the left (2). Ê Carefully remove the crosspiece. Options Guide TX120 S2...
Preparation Removing the drive cage Removing the drive cage Figure 4: Disconnecting the cables Ê Disconnect the following cables from the SAS backplane (1-5) and from the CD/DVD drive (6-7): 1. Power cable (P3) 2. SAS/SATA data cable (P2) 3. SAS/SATA data cable (P1) 4.
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Removing the drive cage Preparation Figure 5: Removing the drive cage Ê Disengage the lock of the drive cage (1). Ê Pull out the drive cage in the direction of the arrow (2). Options Guide TX120 S2...
Main memory CAUTION! Please note the safety instructions in chapter “Safety” on page The system board supports up to 16 GB of main memory. 4 slots (2 memory banks with 2 slots each) are provided for the main memory. Each memory bank can be equippeded with 1 GB, 2 GB or 4 GB unbuffered DDR2 memory modules.
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Equipping rules Main memory – If the memory modules are installed in pairs, they must be identical (2-way interleaved mode). – Memory module capacity may be different for the various pairs: e.g. pair 2A/2B may be equipped with two 1 GB memory modules, and pair 1A/1B may be equipped with two 2 GB memory modules.
Main memory Expanding/replacing the main memory Expanding/replacing the main memory Ê Open the server (see section “Opening the server” on page 19). Ê Remove the crosspiece (see section “Removing the crosspiece” on page 20). Removing a memory module Figure 7: Removing a memory module Ê...
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Expanding/replacing the main memory Main memory Installing a memory module Figure 8: Installing a memory module Ê Fold the assembly brackets outwards on both sides of the corresponding slot. Ê Insert the memory module into the slot with the connecting contacts and the notch first until the side brackets engage on the memory module.
Accessible drives CAUTION! Follow the safety instructions in chapter “Safety” on page A 3.5-inch bay for an HDD extension box (with a maximum of two HDD modules) or a backup drive is available. Installing an HDD extension box Ê Open the server (see section “Opening the server”...
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Installing an HDD extension box Accessible drives Figure 10: Fixing the rails on the HDD extension box Ê Fix the rails to the HDD extension box by inserting the pins on the rail in the corresponding holes in the HDD extension box. Options Guide TX120 S2...
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Accessible drives Installing an HDD extension box Figure 11: Installing an HDD extension box Ê Slide the HDD extension box into the slot. Ê Connect the SAS data cable to the HDD extension box (see cabling diagrams in the appendix). Ê...
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Installing an HDD extension box Accessible drives Figure 12: Removing the dummy cover from the top cover Ê Press the dummy cover outwards from the top cover in the direction of the arrow. CAUTION! Keep the dummy cover in a safe place. If the HDD extension box is removed again and not replaced with a new one, then the dummy cover must be reinstalled due to cooling, the applicable EMC regula- tions (regulations on electromagnetic compatibility) and fire...
Accessible drives Installing a backup drive Installing a backup drive Ê Open the server (see section “Opening the server” on page 19). Ê Remove the crosspiece (see section “Removing the crosspiece” on page 20). Ê Remove the drive cage (see section “Removing the drive cage”...
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Installing a backup drive Accessible drives Figure 14: Fixing the rails on the backup drive Ê Fix the rails on the backup drive by inserting the pins on the rails in the corre- sponding holes in the backup drive. Figure 15: Installing a backup drive Ê...
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Accessible drives Installing a backup drive Figure 16: Connecting the USB and power cables to a DAT drive Figure 17: Connecting the USB and power cables to a RDX drive Ê Plug the USB cable (1) and the power cable (2) into the backup drive (see cabling diagrams in the appendix).
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Installing a backup drive Accessible drives Figure 18: Removing the dummy cover from the top cover Ê Press the dummy cover outwards from the top cover in the direction of the arrow. CAUTION! Keep the dummy cover in a safe place. If the backup drive is removed again and not replaced with a new one, then the dummy cover must be reinstalled due to cooling, the applicable EMC regulations (regula- tions on electromagnetic compatibility) and fire protection.
Installing an expansion card Expansion cards in the PCI slots Installing an expansion card Slots 1-3 are provided for optional expansion cards; slot 4 can be used exclusively for the optional SAS RAID controller. Slots 1-3 Ê Open the server (see section “Opening the server”...
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Expansion cards in the PCI slots Installing an expansion card CAUTION! Keep the slot cover in a safe place. If the expansion card is removed and not replaced with a new card, the slot cover must be reinstalled due to cooling, to comply with applicable EMC regulations (regula- tions on electromagnetic compatibility) and to protect against fire.
Installing an expansion card Expansion cards in the PCI slots PCI-Steckplatz 4: SAS-RAID-Controller einbauen Ê Open the server (see section “Opening the server” on page 19). Ê Please read the documentation supplied with the SAS RAID controller. Figure 22: Opening the lock and removing the slot cover Ê...
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Expansion cards in the PCI slots Installing an expansion card Figure 23: Fastening the slot cover to the SAS RAID controller Ê Screw the slot cover to the SAS RAID controller. Options Guide TX120 S2...
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Installing an expansion card Expansion cards in the PCI slots MLC1 MLC2 Figure 24: Connecting the SAS/SATA cable and inserting the SAS RAID controller Ê Connect the SAS/SATA cable to the SAS RAID controller (MLC1 port). Ê Insert the SAS RAID controller into slot 4. Options Guide TX120 S2...
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Expansion cards in the PCI slots Installing an expansion card Figure 25: Closing the lock and fastening the SAS RAID controller Ê Fasten the SAS RAID controller in place using the slot screw (1). Ê Close the lock again until it engages (2). Options Guide TX120 S2...
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Contents of the TPM installation kit Figure 26: Contents of the TPM installation kit TPM module Special screw for TPM TPM spacer TPM screwdriver insert bit for TPM special screw Installing a TPM module CAUTION! Please note the safety instructions in chapter “Safety”...
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Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Figure 27: Pivoting the power supply unit Ê Unplug all cables on the power supply unit. Ê Pivot the power supply unit (1) in the direction of the arrow in order to access the cut-out on the system board intended for the TPM (2). Options Guide TX120 S2...
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Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Figure 28: Cut-out on the system board intended for the TPM Figure 29: Inserting the TPM spacer Ê Insert the TPM spacer into the cut-out on the system board. Options Guide TX120 S2...
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Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Figure 30: Securing the TPM module Ê Place the TPM module onto the system board. Ê Secure the TPM module with the special screw for the TPM. Please use the TPM screwdriver insert bit to tighten the special screw. Do not fasten the screw too tightly.
Completion CAUTION! Follow the safety instructions in chapter “Safety” on page Installing the drive cage Figure 31: Installing the drive cage Ê Place the drive cage on the 3.5-inch bay (1), so that the four tabs in the housing (a) are positioned in the corresponding openings. Ê...
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Installing the drive cage Completion Figure 32: Connecting the cables Ê Plug the following cables to the SAS backplane (1-5) and to the CD/DVD drive (6-7): 1. Power cable (P3) 2. SAS/SATA data cable (P2) 3. SAS/SATA data cable (P1) 4.
Completion Installing the crosspiece Installing the crosspiece Figure 33: Installing the crosspiece Ê Hook the crosspiece on the left in place (1). Ê Press on the right side of the crosspiece (2) until you feel it click into place. Options Guide TX120 S2...
Assembling the server Completion Assembling the server Figure 34: Assembling the server Ê Place the top cover flat and straight on the server and push it as far as it will go in the direction of the arrow. Make sure that the locks on both sides of the server engage. Options Guide TX120 S2...
Appendix 10.1 Cabling The following table shows a cable overview: Code Number Name Description A3C40102407 Front LAN cable connects the frotsite LAN port to the system board A3C40102408 Control panel cable (front panel) connects the control panel to the system board A3C40102412 SAS/SATA backlane LED cable conntects the upper to the lower...
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Cabling Appendix Data SATA Power Adapter ATA 100 Figure 35: Power cable: Upper SAS/SATA backplane and CD/DVD drive Options Guide TX120 S2...
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Appendix Cabling Data SATA Power Adapter ATA 100 Figure 36: Power cable: Uppper and lower SAS/SATA backplane and CD/DVD drive Options Guide TX120 S2...
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Cabling Appendix Data SATA Power Adapter ATA 100 Figure 37: Power cable: Upper SAS/SATA backplane, backup drive and CD/DVD drive Options Guide TX120 S2...
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Appendix Cabling Data SATA Power Adapter ATA 100 Figure 38: Cabling: fan, control panel (front panel) Options Guide TX120 S2...
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Cabling Appendix Data SATA Power Adapter ATA 100 Figure 39: Data and signal cable: Upper SAS/SATA backplane and CD/DVD drive Options Guide TX120 S2...
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Appendix Cabling Data SATA Power Adapter ATA 100 Figure 40: Data and signal cable: 2*SAS/SATA backplane and CD/DVD drive Options Guide TX120 S2...
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Cabling Appendix Data SATA Power Adapter ATA 100 Figure 41: USB cable for additional backup drive Options Guide TX120 S2...