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Installing System Options

Dell™ PowerEdge™ 1655MC Systems Installation and Troubleshooting Guide

  Removing and Installing System Components

  Removing and Installing Server Module Components

The following procedures in this section describes how to remove and install system components and server module components

Removing and Installing System Components

The following procedures describe how to remove and install the following components:

• Power supplies
  
  
• System fans
  
  
• System management module
  
  
• Network switch module
  
  
• Server modules
  
  

Power Supplies

Your system contains two hot-pluggable power supplies that are accessible from the system back panel. You can hot-plug a power supply if two power supplies are installed. The system requires that one power supply is installed to operate.

Removing a Power Supply

NOTICE: The power supplies are hot-pluggable. The system requires one power supply to be installed for the system to operate. The system is in the redundant mode when two power supplies are installed. Remove and replace only one power supply at a time in a system that is turned on. Operating the system with only one power supply installed for extended periods of time can cause the system to overheat.

1. Disconnect the power cord from the power supply.
   
   
2. Loosen the thumbscrew that secures the power-supply handle to the power supply (see Figure 6-1).
   
   
3. Rotate the handle downward to the maintenance position (see Figure 6-1).
   
   
4. Slide the two fans out of the chassis.
   
   
5. Rotate the handle fully down to eject the power supply.
   
   
6. Slide the power supply out of the chassis (see Figure 6-1).
   
   

Figure 6-1. Removing and Installing a Power Supply

Installing a Power Supply

1. Ensure that the power-supply handle is fully down and then slide the power supply into the chassis (see Figure 6-1).
   
   
2. Rotate the handle up to the maintenance position.
   
   
3. Slide the two fans into the chassis.
   
   
4. Rotate the power supply handle upward to lock the power supply and fans in place (see Figure 6-1).
   
   
5. Tighten the thumbscrew to secure the power-supply handle to the power supply (see Figure 6-1).
   
   
6. Plug the power cable into the power supply.
   
   

NOTE: After installing a new power supply, allow several seconds for the system to recognize the power supply and determine whether it is working properly. The power-on indicator will turn green to indicate that the power supply is functioning properly (see Figure 2-4).

System Fans

Your system contains four hot-pluggable fans.

Removing a Fan

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

1. Loosen the thumbscrew that secures the power-supply handle to the power supply.
   
   
2. Rotate the handle downward to the maintenance position.
   
   

NOTE: You can rotate the power-supply handle downward to the maintenance position without interrupting the operation of the power supply.

3. Slide the appropriate fan out of the chassis (see Figure 6-2).
   
   

Figure 6-2. Removing and Installing System Fans

Installing the Fans

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

1. Slide the fan into the chassis (see Figure 6-2). Align the arrow on the top of the fan with the arrow on the top of the system.
   
   
2. Rotate the power-supply handle upward to lock the fans in place.
   
   
3. Tighten the thumbscrew to secure the power supply handle to the power supply (see Figure 6-2).
   
   

System Management Module

The system includes one hot-pluggable system management module. You do not have to turn off the system to replace the system management module, however; your system management functionality does not return until the replacement module is installed and initialized.

Removing a System Management Module

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

1. Disconnect any cables attached to the system management module.
   
   
2. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the two captive screws that secure the card to the back of the chassis (see Figure 6-3).
   
   
3. Grasp the module by the two captive screws and pull it out of the chassis (see Figure 6-3).
   
   

Installing a System Management Module

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

1. Unpack the system management module, and prepare it for installation.
   
   

For instructions, see the documentation that accompanied the module.

2. Install the module.
   
   
   1. Position the module so that the module edges align with the module slots on the back of the system (see Figure 6-3).
      
      
   2. Insert the module-edge connector into the module connector until the module is fully seated.
      
      
   3. Tighten the two captive screws to secure the module to the back of the chassis (see Figure 6-3).
      
      

Figure 6-3. Removing and Installing a System Management Module

3. Reconnect any cables that should be attached to the module.
   
   

See the documentation that accompanied the module for information about its cable connections.

Network Switch Module

The system contains up to two hot-pluggable network switch modules. Each switch module contains four 10/100/1000 BASE-T uplink ports. You do not have to turn off the system to replace the network switch module, however; your network connectivity does not return until the replacement module is installed and initialized.

Installing a Network Switch Module

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

1. Unpack the switch module, and prepare it for installation.
   
   

For instructions, see the documentation that accompanied the card.

2. Install the switch module.
   
   
   1. Position the switch module so that the module-edges align with the module slots on the back of the system (see Figure 6-4).
      
      
   2. Insert the module-edge connector into the connector until the module is fully seated.
      
      
   3. Tighten the two captive screws to secure the module to the back of the chassis (see Figure 6-4).
      
      
3. Reconnect any cables that must be attached to the module.
   
   

See the documentation that accompanied the module for information about its cable connections.

Figure 6-4. Removing and Installing a Network Switch Module

Removing a Network Switch Module

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

1. Disconnect any cables attached to the network switch module.
   
   
2. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the two captive screws that secure the module to the back of the chassis (see Figure 6-4).
   
   
3. Grasp the switch module by the two captive screws and pull the module out of the chassis (see Figure 6-4).
   
   
4. If you are removing the switch module permanently, install a metal filler bracket over the empty slot opening.
   
   

NOTICE: You must install a filler bracket over an empty switch module slot to maintain Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification of the system. The brackets also help keep dust and dirt out of the system and aid in proper cooling and airflow inside the system.

Server Modules

Your system can include up to six hot-pluggable server modules. Each server module can contain up to two microprocessors, two hard drives, and two memory modules.

Removing a Server Module

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

1. Ensure that the server module's power is off.
   
   

The blinking green power-on indicator indicates power to the system. If the power-on indicator is solid green, press the module's power button to turn off the module (see Figure 2-2).

2. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the server module's ejector handle to the front of the server module (see Figure 6-5).
   
   
3. Grasp the server module's handle and rotate the handle down to eject the server module from the chassis (see Figure 6-5).
   
   
4. Grasp the server module and slide it out of the chassis (see Figure 6-5).
   
   

NOTICE: If you are permanently removing the server module, install a server module blank. Operating the system for extended periods of time with out a server module blank installed can cause the system to overheat.

Figure 6-5. Removing and Installing a Server Module

Installing a Server Module

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

1. Slide the server module into the chassis until it stops.
   
   
2. Rotate the server module's handle up to fully seat the server module (see Figure 6-5).
   
   
3. Using a#2 Phillips screwdriver, tighten the captive screw that secures the handle to the front of the server module (see Figure 6-5).
   
   
4. Turn on the server module by pressing the module's power button.
   
   

Opening the Server Module

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

1. Remove the server module (see "Removing a Server Module").
   
   
2. Orient the server module as shown in Figure 6-6 so that the two captive screws are on the left-hand side of the server module.
   
   
3. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the two captive screws that secures the front panel to the server module (see Figure 6-6).
   
   
4. Slide the left-side of the server module backward approximately 12.7 mm (0.5-inch) and rotate the two sides down to open the server module (see Figure 6-6).
   
   

Figure 6-6. Opening and Closing a Server Module

5. Set the two sides of the server module on a flat surface (see Figure 6-7).
   
   

Figure 6-7. An Open Server Module

Closing the Server Module

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

1. Insert the two tabs of the left-side server module into the two slots on the right-side server module and rotate the sides up (see Figure 6-6 and Figure 6-7).
   
   
2. Slide the left side of the server module forward approximately 12.7 mm (0.5-inch) (see Figure 6-6).
   
   
3. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, tighten the two captive screws that secures the front panel to the server module (see Figure 6-6).
   
   
4. Install the server module (see "Installing a Server Module").
   
   

Removing and Installing Server Module Components

The following procedures describe how to remove and install the following components:

• Memory modules
  
  
• Microprocessors
  
  
• Server module battery
  
  
• Hard drives
  
  

Performing a Memory Upgrade

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

The system is upgradeable to 2 GB by installing two 1-GB registered SDRAM memory modules. You can purchase memory upgrade kits as needed.

NOTE: The SDRAM memory modules must be PC-133 compliant.

1. Remove the appropriate server module (see "Removing a Server Module").
   
   
2. Open the server module (see "Opening the Server Module").
   
   
3. Install or remove memory modules as necessary to reach the desired memory total (see "Installing Memory Modules" and "Removing Memory Modules").
   
   

See Figure A-3 to locate the memory module connectors.

4. Close the server module (see "Closing the Server Module").
   
   
5. Install the server module (see "Installing a Server Module").
   
   

After the system completes the POST routine, it runs a memory test.

The system detects that the new memory does not match the system configuration information, which is stored in NVRAM. The monitor displays an error message that ends with the following words:

Press <F1> to continue; <F2> to enter System Setup

6. Press <F2> to enter the System Setup program, and check the System Memory setting.
   
   

The system should have already changed the value in the System Memory setting to reflect the newly installed memory.

7. If the System Memory value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly. Repeat step 1 through step 6, ensuring that the memory modules are firmly seated in their connectors.
   
   
8. Run the system memory test in system diagnostics (see "Running the System Diagnostics").
   
   

Memory Modules and Installation Guidelines

Each server module contains two memory module connectors on the system board that can accommodate from 128 MB to 2 GB of registered memory modules.

Starting with the connector nearest the side of the server module board, the memory module sockets are labeled "DIMM A" and "DIMM B" (see Figure A-3). When you install memory modules, install the first memory module in connector DIMM A before installing a memory module in connector DIMM B.

If your system contains only one memory module, install the memory module in connector DIMM A.

Installing Memory Modules

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

1. Remove the appropriate server module (see "Removing a Server Module").
   
   
2. Open the server module (see "Opening the Server Module").
   
   
3. Locate the memory module connectors in which you will install a memory module (see Figure A-3).
   
   
4. Press down and outward on the memory module connector ejectors, as shown in Figure 6-8, to allow the memory module to be inserted into the connector.
   
   
5. Align the notch in the memory module's edge connector with the alignment key in the socket, and insert the memory module in the connector (see Figure 6-8).
   
   

The memory module connector has an alignment key that allows the memory module to be installed in the connector in only one way.

6. Press down on the memory module with your thumbs while pulling up on the ejectors with your index fingers to lock the memory module into the connector (see Figure 6-8).
   
   

When the memory module is properly seated in the connector, the memory module connector ejectors should align with the ejectors on the other connectors with memory modules installed.

7. Repeat step 3 through step 6 of this procedure to install the remaining memory module.
   
   
8. Perform step 6 through step 8 of the procedure in "Performing a Memory Upgrade."
   
   

Figure 6-8. Removing and Installing a Memory Module

Removing Memory Modules

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

1. Remove the appropriate server module (see "Removing a Server Module").
   
   
2. Open the server module (see "Opening the Server Module").
   
   
3. Locate the memory module connectors from which you will remove memory modules (see Figure A-3).
   
   
4. Press down and outward on the memory module connector ejectors until the memory module pops out of the connector (see Figure 6-8).
   
   
5. Repeat step 3 and step 4 of this procedure to remove any other memory modules.
   
   
6. Perform step 6 through step 8 of the procedure in "Performing a Memory Upgrade."
   
   

Microprocessors

To take advantage of future options in speed and functionality, you can add a second microprocessor or replace either the primary or secondary microprocessor.

If your server module contains only one processor, it must be installed in the CPU 1 socket and a terminator must be installed in the CPU 2 socket.

NOTE: The second microprocessor must be of the same type as the first. If the two microprocessors are different speeds, both will operate at the speed of the slower microprocessor.

Each microprocessor and its associated cache memory are contained in a PGA package that is installed in a ZIF socket on the server module board.

The following items are included in the microprocessor upgrade kit:

• A microprocessor
  
  
• A heat sink
  
  

Removing and Installing a Microprocessor

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

1. Remove the server module (see "Removing a Server Module").
   
   
2. Open the server module (see "Opening the Server Module").
   
   
3. Press down on the heat sink release clip and rotate the clip away from the microprocessor socket (see Figure 6-9).
   
   
4. Remove the heat sink and clip (see Figure 6-9).
   
   

Figure 6-9. Removing and Installing the Heat sink

NOTICE: Be careful not to use excessive force while opening the microprocessor socket. Excessive force could damage the socket.

5. Using a flat-tip screwdriver, insert the screwdriver into the opening slide slot (toward the back of the server module) and gently pry the microprocessor socket to the fully open position (see Figure 6-10).
   
   

NOTICE: Be careful not to bend any of the pins when removing the microprocessor. Bending the pins can permanently damage the microprocessor.

6. Lift the microprocessor out of the socket and leave the socket in the open position so that the socket is ready for the new microprocessor (see Figure 6-10).
   
   

Figure 6-10. Removing and Installing a Microprocessor

7. Unpack the new microprocessor.
   
   

If any of the pins on the microprocessor appear bent, see "Getting Help" for instructions on obtaining technical assistance.

8. Ensure that the microprocessor socket is in the fully open position.
   
   

NOTICE: Positioning the microprocessor incorrectly can permanently damage the microprocessor and the server module when you turn on the server module. When placing the microprocessor in the socket, be sure that all of the pins on the microprocessor go into the corresponding holes. Be careful not to bend the pins.

9. Align pin 1 on the microprocessor (see Figure 6-10) with pin 1 on the microprocessor socket.
   
   

NOTE: Force is not needed to install the microprocessor in the socket. When the microprocessor is aligned correctly, it should drop into the socket.

10. Install the microprocessor in the socket (see Figure 6-10).
    
    

NOTICE: Be careful not to use excessive force while closing the microprocessor socket. Excessive force could damage the socket.

11. Using a flat-tip screwdriver, insert the screwdriver into the closing slide slot (toward the front of the server module) and gently pry the microprocessor socket to the fully closed position.
    
    
12. Place the heat sink on the microprocessor.
    
    
13. Orient the heat sink clip as shown in Figure 6-9.
    
    
14. Hook the heat-sink clip to the microprocessor socket tab that is toward the front of the server module.
    
    
15. Push down on and pivot the heat-sink release lever until it latches to the microprocessor socket tab.
    
    
16. Close the server module (see "Closing the Server Module").
    
    
17. Install the server module (see "Installing a Server Module").
    
    
18. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn on the system, including any attached peripherals.
    
    
19. Enter the System Setup program, and ensure that the microprocessor options match the new system configuration (see "Using the System Setup Program" in your User's Guide).
    
    

As the system boots, it detects the presence of the new microprocessor and automatically changes the system configuration information in the System Setup program. A message similar to the following appears:

One 1.26 GHz Processor, Processor Bus: 133 MHz, L2 cache 512 KB Advanced

20. Confirm that the top line of the system data area in the System Setup program correctly identifies the installed microprocessor(s) (see "Using the System Setup Program" in your User's Guide).
    
    
21. Exit the System Setup program.
    
    
22. Run the system diagnostics to verify that the new microprocessor is operating correctly.
    
    

See "Running the System Diagnostics" for information on running the diagnostics and troubleshooting any problems that may occur.

Server Module Battery

The system battery is a 3.0-volt (V), coin-cell battery.

Removing and Installing the Server Module Battery

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

CAUTION: There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. See your System Information Guide for additional information.

1. Remove the appropriate server module (see "Removing a Server Module").
   
   
2. Open the server module (see "Opening the Server Module").
   
   
3. Remove the system battery (see Figure 6-11).
   
   

See Figure A-3 to locate the system battery on the server module board.

You can pry the system battery out of its connector using a blunt, nonconductive object such as a plastic screwdriver.

4. Install the new system battery with the side labeled "+" facing out (see Figure 6-11).
   
   

Figure 6-11. Replacing the System Battery

5. Close the server module (see "Closing the Server Module").
   
   
6. Install the server module (see "Installing a Server Module").
   
   
7. Enter the System Setup program to confirm that the battery is operating properly (see "Using the System Setup Program" in your User's Guide).
   
   
8. Enter the correct time and date in the System Setup program's Time and Date fields.
   
   
9. Exit the System Setup program.
   
   
10. To test the newly installed battery, remove the server module for at least an hour (see "Removing a Server Module").
    
    
11. After an hour, install the server module (see "Installing a Server Module").
    
    
12. Enter the System Setup program and if the time and date are still incorrect, see "Getting Help" for instructions about obtaining technical assistance.
    
    

Hard Drives

Your system includes up to two hard drives and are located on one side of the server module. The hard drives are secured to the server module using four 6-32 x 0.25 hex-head Phillips screws. The hard drives input power connector is connected to the SCSI PWR connector located on the server module board. The hard drives SCSI data cable is connected to the SCSI connector located on the server module board.

Integrated Mirroring of SCSI Hard Drives

The SCSI controller on the server module board supports integrated mirroring if two SCSI drives are installed.

Follow these guidelines to implement integrated mirroring on your server module:

• If you must have two SCSI hard drives connected to the SCSI controller on the server module board, to implement integrated mirroring.
  
  
• Connect the drives to the SCSI controller on the server module as described in "Hard Drives."
  
  
• After installing the drives, use your system's array management software to configure the drives. See the array management software documentation for instructions on creating virtual disks on the mirrored drives.
  
  

NOTE: Dell strongly recommends that you use Dell OpenManage™ Array Manager to enable and configure integrated mirroring.

For more information on this feature, see the integrated mirroring documentation provided with your system.

SCSI Configuration Information

Although SCSI drives are installed in essentially the same way as other drives, their configuration requirements are different. To install and configure a SCSI drive, follow the guidelines in the following subsections.

SCSI Interface Cables

SCSI interface connectors are keyed for correct insertion. Keying ensures that the pin-1 wire in the cable connects to pin 1 in the connectors on both ends. When you disconnect an interface cable, take care to grasp the cable connector, rather than the cable itself, to avoid stress on the cable.

SCSI ID Numbers

Each drive attached to a SCSI controller must have a unique SCSI ID number from 0 to 15.

• The SCSI hard drive from which the system boots is configured as SCSI ID 0.
  
  
• If you install optional SCSI drives or change your SCSI configuration, see the documentation for each SCSI drive for information on setting the appropriate SCSI ID number.
  
  

NOTE: There is no requirement that SCSI ID numbers be assigned sequentially or that drives be attached to the cable in order by ID number.

Device Termination

SCSI logic requires that termination be enabled for the two drives at opposite ends of the SCSI chain and disabled for all drives in between. For internal SCSI drives, termination is configured automatically. See the documentation provided with any optional SCSI drive you purchase for information on disabling termination.

Removing Hard Drives

CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, see "Safety First—For You and Your System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.

1. Remove the appropriate server module (see "Removing a Server Module").
   
   
2. Open the server module (see "Opening the Server Module").
   
   
3. Disconnect the SCSI and power cables from the server module board (see Figure A-3).
   
   

NOTICE: If two hard drives are installed and you are removing the hard drive toward the front of the server module, disconnect the SCSI and power cables from the back hard drive first to avoid damaging the SCSI and power cables connected to the front hard drive.

4. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the four screws that secures the hard drive to the server module (see Figure 6-12).
   
   
5. Remove the hard drive (see Figure 6-12).
   
   
6. Remove the SCSI and power cables from the hard drive (see Figure 6-12).
   
   

Figure 6-12. Removing and Installing a Hard Drive

Installing a Hard Drive

1. Connect the SCSI and power cables to the hard drive.
   
   
2. Lower the hard drive into the server module (see Figure 6-12).
   
   
3. Align the four screw holes of the hard drive with the four holes in the server module.
   
   
4. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, install the four screws that secures the hard drive to the server module (see Figure 6-12).
   
   
5. Connect the SCSI and power cables to the server module board (see Figure A-3).
   
   

If two hard drives were installed and the integrated mirroring feature was enabled, the server module will automatically reimage the new hard drive when you turn on the server module.

6. Close the server module (see "Closing the Server Module").
   
   
7. Install the server module (see "Installing a Server Module").
   
   

Configuring the Boot Drive

The drive or device from which the system boots is determined by the boot order specified in the System Setup program (see "Using the System Setup Program" in your User's Guide).

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