Acer Altos R520 M2 User Manual

Acer Altos R520 M2 SeriesUser’s Guide

xRegulations and safety noticesDeclaration of Conformity for EU countriesHereby, Acer, declares that this PC series is in compliance with the essentia

4 System BIOS82Main menu Parameter DescriptionSystem Date Set the date following the month-day-year format. System Time Set the system time

83Advanced menu The Advanced menu display submenu options for configuring the function of various hardware components. Select a submenu item, the

4 System BIOS84Processor Configuration

85 Parameter Description OptionProcessor 1/2 InformationDisplays the processor information details.Processor SpeedThe processor speed is the speed

4 System BIOS86Intel Virtualization TechnologyEnables or disables the system to run multiple operating systems and applications in different partitio

87NUMA Aware Enables or disables the Non-Uniform Memory Architecture (NUMA).EnabledDisabledACPI SRAT ReportEnables or disables BIOS to build the Stati

4 System BIOS88Processor Power Management Parameter Description OptionEIST (GV3) & C StateEnables or disables the Enhanced Intel Speed Step Te

89G=^ééÉ~êë=çåäó=ïÜÉå=íÜÉ=bfpq=EdsPF=C=`=pí~íÉ=áë=ëÉí=íç=Éå~ÄäÉÇKOS ACPI C3 Report*Sets the OS ACPI C3 report. DisableC2C3CPU C6 Report*Enables or Dis

4 System BIOS90Memory Configuration

91Parameter Description OptionBase Memory Total size of system memory detected during POSTExtended MemoryTotal size of extended memory detected during

xiGeneralThis product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use.

4 System BIOS92Advanced Chipset Configuration

93Parameter Description OptionIntel VT for Directed for I/O (VT-d)Press Enter to display the Intel VT for Directed I/O (VT-d) configuration menu. Cour

4 System BIOS94Memory ECC Error LogSets the Memory ECC Error Log. DisableCorrectable ErrorUnCorrectable ErrorBothECC Threshold Sets the ECC Threshold

95Intel VT for Directed I/O (VT-d) Parameter Description OptionIntel VT for Directed I/O (VT-d)Enables or disables the Intel Virtualization Technol

4 System BIOS96Interrupt RemappingEnables or disables interrupt remapping. EnabledDisabledCoherency SupportEnables or disables the coherency support.

97PCI Configuration Parameter Description OptionPCI Slot 1 to 2 Option ROMWhen enabled, this setting will initialize the device expansion ROM for

4 System BIOS98SATA Configuration Parameter Description OptionSerial ATA Enables or Disables the Serial ATA. EnabledDisabled Native Mode Operation

99SATA Port Parameter Description OptionType Selects the drive type. AutoUserCD-ROMMulti-Sector TransfersSet the multi- sector transfer mode. Auto

4 System BIOS100Ultra DMA ModeEnables or disables BIOS to automatically detect DMA mode. EnabledDisabledParameter Description Option

101I/O Device Configuration Parameter Description OptionSerial Port A/B When enabled allows you to configure the serial port settings. When set t

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4 System BIOS102Boot Configuration Parameter Description OptionBoot-time Diagnostic ScreenChoose whether to display the boot-time diagnostic scr

103Thermal and Acoustic Configuration Parameter Description OptionOpen-loop Thermal ThrottleEnables or disables open-loop thermal throttle contro

4 System BIOS104Close-loop Thermal ThrottleEnables or disables close-loop thermal throttle control function when the projected memory temperature exc

105Power menu Parameter Description OptionPower On by RTC AlarmEnables or disables real time clock (RTC) to generate a wake event. OffOn RTC Alarm

4 System BIOS106G=^ééÉ~êë=çåäó=ïÜÉå=íÜÉ=mçïÉê=lå=_ó=oq`=^ä~êã=áë=ëÉí=íç=çåKWake Up by USB KB/MouseEnables or disables BIOS to wake up the system usin

107Security menuThe Security menu allows you to safeguard and protect the system from unauthorized use by setting up access passwords.There are three

4 System BIOS108 Parameter Description OptionSupervisor Password IsThis parameter indicates whether a supervisor password has been assigned. ClearEna

109Setting a system password1 Use the up/down keys to select a password parameter (Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password), then press Enter. A

4 System BIOS110Server menu Parameter DescriptionSystem Management Displays basic system ID information, as well as BIOS and BMC firmw

111System Management Parameter Description OptionSystem ManufactureIndicates the name of the manufacturer.

xiiiRoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic EquipmentThe standards listed

4 System BIOS112Gléíáçåë=~êÉ=Éå~ÄäÉÇ=ïÜÉå=íÜÉ=_j`=fm=^ÇÇêÉëë=pçìêÅÉ=áë=ëÉí=íç=pí~íáÅK=System Product NameIndicates the system’s model name. System Se

113Console Redirection Parameter Description OptionConsole RedirectionSelect whether to enable console redirection.Console redirection enables us

4 System BIOS114Terminal TypeSelect a terminal type to be used for console redirection. VT100,VT100 8bitPC ANSI ASCIIVT100+VT-UTF8Continue CR After P

115Event Log Configuration Parameter Description OptionAssert NMI on SERREnables or disables the PCI bus system error (SERR) support.EnabledDisabl

4 System BIOS116Boot menu The Boot menu allows you to set the drive priority during system boot-up. BIOS setup will display an error message if the

117Exit menuThe Exit menu displays the various options to quit from the BIOS setup. Highlight any of the exit options then press Enter. Parameter

4 System BIOS118

5 System troubleshooting

This chapter provides possible solutions for specific problems. If you cannot correct the problem, contact your local Acer representative or authorize

121Resetting the systemBefore going through in-depth troubleshooting, attempt first to reset the system using one of the methods below. =To do this Pr

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5 System troubleshooting122Initial system startup problemsProblems that occur at initial system startup are usually caused by an incorrect installati

123Initial troubleshooting checklistUse the checklist below to eliminate the possible cause for the problem you are encountering. • AC power available

5 System troubleshooting124Hardware diagnostic testingThis section provides a more detailed approach to identifying a hardware problem and its source

125Verifying the condition of the storage devicesAs POST determines the system configuration, it tests for the presence of each mass storage device in

5 System troubleshooting126Specific problems and corrective actionsListed below are specific problems that may arise during the use of your server an

127ODD (optical disk drive) activity indicator does not light.Do the following:• Make sure the SATA ODD cable is properly connected. • Check that rel

5 System troubleshooting128Newly installed memory modules are not detected. Do the following:• Make sure the memory modules specifications comply wit

129System does not recognize all of the processors installed.Do the following:• Make sure the processor specifications comply with the system requirem

5 System troubleshooting130If you are using an add-in video controller card, do the following:1 Verify that the display monitor works using the onboa

Appendix A: Server management tools

ContentsInformation for your safety and comfort iiiSafety instructions iiiAdditional safety information viDisposal instructions viMercury advisory

This appendix gives an overview of the different server management tools supported by your server.

133Server management overviewThe server management tools supported by the Altos R520 M2 system is listed in the table below.Tool FunctionPhoenix BIOS

Appendix A: Server management tools134RAID configuration utilitiesRAID option for the Altos R520 M2 system is provided through either the onboard SAT

135To initialize the Onboard SATA RAID Configuration Utility:1 Turn on the server and the display monitor. 2 During POST, press Ctrl-M on the RAID BIO

Appendix A: Server management tools13610 Press Enter, then Yes to save the configuration. 11 Press any key to revert to the Configuration menu.To ini

137LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility This section explains how to create a RAID volume when the LSI MegaRAID SAS 8708EM2 RAID controller boa

Appendix A: Server management tools13811 After creating a logical volume on all of the RAID volume, click Accept, then Yes to save the configuration.

139Promise RAID Configuration Utility This section explains how to create a RAID volume when the Promise SAS TX4652 RAID controller board is installed

Appendix A: Server management tools140

Appendix B: Rack mount configuration

xvi3 System upgrade 33Installation precautions 35ESD precautions 35Pre-installation instructions 36Post-installation instructions 36Opening the serve

This appendix shows you how to set up the Altos R520 M2 server in a rack mount configuration.

143Rack installation informationThe Altos R520 M2 server system can also be mounted in a rack-model position. A rack mount kit is available for custom

Appendix B: Rack mount configuration144• Elevated operating ambient temperature The maximum operating temperature of the system is 40 °C (104°F). Car

145System rack installation The Acer Altos R520 M2 server should be mounted into a rack. A tool-less rack rail and CMA (cable management arm) kit is a

Appendix B: Rack mount configuration146Vertical mounting hole patternThe four vertical rails of the system rack contain mounting holes arranged in a

147Installing the system into the rackCaution! To minimize the chances of injuries, make sure that two or more people help in installing the server. T

Appendix B: Rack mount configuration1482 Attach the inner rails to both sides of the server.(1) Align the screw holes of the inner rail to the server

1493 Install the mounting rails to the rack posts. Determine the vertical position in the rack. Refer to “Vertical mounting hole pattern” on page 146

Appendix B: Rack mount configuration150(6) Fully extend the mounting rails on the rack.

1514 Install the server into the rack.Caution! To avoid personal injury, care should be taken when pressing the inner rail release latches and sliding

xviiConsole Redirection 113Event Log Configuration 115Boot menu 116Exit menu 1175 System troubleshooting 119Resetting the system 121Initial sys

Appendix B: Rack mount configuration1525 Attach the CMA (cable management arm) to the rear of the server.The CMA allows you to tie-wrap all cables to

153(6) Connect the power, peripheral and networking cables into their appropriate ports. Refer to “Connecting peripherals” on page 20 for detailed ins

Appendix B: Rack mount configuration154

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console

This appendix provides information about the Altos eXpress Console utility.

157Altos eXpress ConsoleThe Altos eXpress Console is a user-friendly, web-based solution for remotely controlling and managing Altos servers from you

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console158SecurityAltos eXpress Console offers SSL (Secured Socket Layer) service and auto session time-out. Users have add

159Software installationPrerequisites on remote management PCBefore installing Java tool and UPnP tool, make sure your system have the following conf

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console160Installing the UPnP toolFollow the instructions below to download and install the Intel Device Spy for UPnP Techn

161Using the UPnP tool to search for an Altos serverFollow the instructions to search Altos server by using UPnP tool.1 Download and install the Intel

xviiiServer Health 170Configuration 172Remote Control 185Maintenance 188Logout 190KVM Remote Console utility 191Menu bar 192Video 192Keyboard 193Mouse

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console1623 Select Acer Altos eXpress Console Device to view its properties on the right pane.4 Click on the IP address loc

163Using the Altos eXpress ConsoleAccessing the Altos eXpress ConsoleThere are two ways to access the Altos eXpress Console. One way is to use the UPn

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console164To access the Altos eXpress Console using the Web browser:1 Open the Internet Explorer Web browser. 2 Enter the I

165Altos eXpress Console user interfaceAfter you have successfully logged on to the console, the Altos eXpress Console page displays. The Altos eXpres

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console166System statusSystem status alert indicator, located on the upper left corner of the Altos eXpress Console page, d

167Menu barThe menu bar, located on top of the Altos eXpress Console screen, allows you to control various Altos eXpress Console features. When you se

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console168System InformationThe System Information menu includes options that allow you to view general system information

169FRU ReadingsThe FRU Readings option provides information about major system components, including chassis, mainboard, and product information.

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console170Server HealthThe Server Health menu displays data related to the Altos server’s health, such as the sensor readin

171Sensor Display ColorOn the Sensor Readings page, the health condition of the system processor, fan, temperature, and voltage sensors is displayed b

1 System tour

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console172ConfigurationThe Configuration menu allows you to designate email recipients for notification of system alerts, c

173AlertsThe Alerts option allows you to designate email recipients for notification of system alerts. You can designate up to fifteen email address r

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console174Setting up alertsYou can set up notifications to be sent via SNMP traps or via email. To set up SNMP traps:1 On t

175LDAPThe LDAP option allows you to download user account list and the authentication from the LDAP server and create Altos eXpress Console user acco

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console176Mouse modeThe Mouse mode option allows you to set a mouse mode to control your mouse. To set the mouse mode:1 On

177NetworkThe Network option allows you to configure and change the network parameters. You can configure the network settings by using DHCP (Dynamic

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console178Remote Session The Remote Session option allows you to enable or disable encryption on KVM or Media data during a

179SMTPThe SMTP option allows you to configure the SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) mail server settings. To configure the SMTP settings:1 On the

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console180SSL CertificateThe SSL Certificate option allows you to upload or generate an SSL certificate manually. To upload

181UsersThe Users option allows you to create, edit, delete, and view user accounts from the user control list. To configure user accounts in the User

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This chapter provides a brief overview of the system hardware, including illustrations with component identification.

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console182User PrivilegesThe User List page includes a privilege setting for determining the maximum privilege a user can h

183To modify a user account:1 On the Users page, click Modify User.2 Enter the user name.3 Enter the password. 4 Re-enter the password. 5 On the Netwo

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console184Event ActionThe Event Action option allows you to initiate actions on a sensor alert. Listed below are the four p

185Remote ControlThe Remote Control menu allows you to start a Remote Console session with the server and manage power remotely. This menu include two

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console186KVM Remote Console RedirectionThe KVM Remote Console Redirection option allows you to start the KVM Remote Consol

187Server Power ControlThe Server Power Control option allows you to perform a remote power on, power off, power cycle, and reset of your Altos server

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console188MaintenanceThe Maintenance menu allows you to perform upgrades of the BMC firmware and view the Altos eXpress Web

189To upgrade firmware:1 On the Maintenance page, click Enter Update Mode. The Firmware Upload page appears. Note: You will not be able to perform any

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console190LogoutThe Logout menu allows you to log out from the Altos eXpress Console.

191KVM Remote Console utilityYou can launch the KVM Remote Console utility from the Altos eXpress Console Remote Control menu. The KVM Remote Console

3System featuresListed below are the key features of the Acer Altos R520 M2 server. PerformanceProcessor• One or two Intel® Xeon™ processors 5500 seri

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console192Menu barThe KVM Remote Console menu bar consists of the following menu items:•Video• Keyboard•Mouse• Options•Devi

193KeyboardThe Keyboard menu includes the following command options:• Hold Right Ctrl Key - Select this option before typing keys you want to combine

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console194MouseThe Mouse menu includes the Sync Cursor command that enables you to synchronize the client’s mouse cursor to

195HelpThe Help menu displays the KVM Remote Console Utility version and copyright information.

Appendix C: Altos eXpress Console196

197IndexAair ductinstalling 42removing 41Altos eXpress Console 155accessingusing UPnP tool 163using Web browser 164Configuration 172

198LLED indicators 21front panel 21HDD carrier 23LAN port 24LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility 137Mmechanical specific

199cooling system 6environmental 7mechanical 6performance 3standard configurationdual-processor 63supervisor password 107system boar

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1 System tour4• Supports ECC, memory mirroring, lockstep modePCI interface • Full height riser slot• One PCI Express® 2.0 x16 slot (PCI Express 2.0 x

5• Fast Ethernet (RJ-45) port for management2• Monitor portHardware monitoring and server management• Status LED indicators for constant monitoring of

1 System tour6Power supply and cooling system• 650-watts 1+1 (80% power efficiency) power supply, AC input operating voltages 100~127 VAC and 200-240

7Environmental • Temperature• Operating: +0° to +40°C +0° to +30°C (when SAS RAID cards are installed)• Non-operating: +20° to +7

1 System tour8External and internal structureFront bezel No. Icon Component1 LAN1 activity indicator2 LAN2 activity indicator3 HDD activity indic

9Front panel No. Icon Component1 Rack handles2 Slim optical drive3 Optical drive status indicator4 Optical drive eject button5 Power status indica

1 System tour1011 Non-maskable interrupt (NMI) buttonPuts the server in a halt-state for diagnostic purposes and allows the service technician to gen

11Rear panel No. Icon Component1 PS2 mouse port2 LAN1 port (10/100/1000 Mbps)3 Serial port (COM A)4 Server management port (RJ-45) (10/100 Mbps)5 Low

iiiInformation for your safety and comfortVisit http://registration.acer.com and discover the benefits of being an Acer customer.Safety instructionsRe

1 System tour12Internal components No. Component1 Dual-rotor fan module2 Power supply module3 Mainboard4 PCI riser board bracket assembly5Process

13System boardsMainboardThe mainboard becomes accessible once you open the system. It should look like the figure shown below.

1 System tour14 No. Code Description1 KB_MS1 Keyboard port2 KB_MS2 Mouse port3 GLAN1 Gigabit LAN port 4 GLAN2 Gigabit LAN port5 COMA Serial port6 V

1520 U82 Intel 5520 chipset21 ATX_12V1 24-pin power connector22 SATA5 SATA 5 connector23 SATA4 SATA 4 connector 24 SATA1 SATA 1 connector 25 SATA0 SAT

1 System tour1638 BMC_SEL BMC selection jumperClose 1-2: Normal operation (default)39 BIOS_RVCR BIOS recovery jumperClose 1-2: Normal operation (defa

1754 U23 Broadcom BCM5221PHY chipset55 U6 Intel 82576EB GbE chipsetNo. Code Description

1 System tour18Backplane boardThe backplane board installed on the rear side of the hot-plug drive bay provides support for both SAS and SATA hard dr

1916 FAN_4B Fan 4B cable connector17 FAN_5B Fan 5B cable connector18 FAN_5A Fan 5A cable connector19 FAN_6A Fan 6A cable connector20 FAN_6B Fan 6B cab

1 System tour20Riser boardThe two riser boards installed on the PCI riser board bracket assembly provides support for both full height and low profil

21System LED indicatorsThis section describes the different LED indicators located on • Front panel• Hot-plug HDD carrier• LAN portKnowing what each L

iv• Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings mus

1 System tour222Power statusGreen On System has power applied to it or ACPI S0 stateBlink System is in ACPI S1 state (sleep mode)N/A Off System is no

23Hot-plug HDD carrier LED indicators Description1 2Green RedHDD present On OffHDD access Blink (4 Hz) OffHDD failure Off OnHDD removed Off OnHDD

1 System tour24LAN port LED indicatorsNo. Indicator Color State Description1 Link/activity indicator Green On Network link is detectedBlink Transmi

2 System setup

This chapter gives you instructions on how to set up the system. Procedures on how to connect peripherals are also explained.

27Setting up the systemPre-installation requirementsSelecting a siteBefore unpacking and installing the system, select a suitable site for the system

2 System setup28Connecting peripheralsCaution! The server operates on 100-127/200-240 VAC only. Do not connect the system to an incorrect voltage sou

29Turning on the systemAfter making sure that you have properly set up the system and connected all the required cables, you can now power on the syst

2 System setup30Power-on problemsIf the system does not boot after you have applied power, check the following factors that might have caused the boo

31Configuring the system OSThe Acer Altos R520 M2 comes with Acer EasyBUILDTM that allows you to conveniently install your choice of operating system.

vNote: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the p

2 System setup32Turning off the systemThere are two ways to turn off the server—via software or via hardware. The software procedure below applies to

3 System upgrade

This chapter discusses the precautionary measures and installation procedures you need to know to upgrade the system.

35Installation precautionsBefore you install any server component, we recommend that you read the following sections. These sections contain important

3 System upgrade36Pre-installation instructions Perform the steps below before you open the server or before your remove or replace any component:War

37Opening the serverCaution! Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned off the system and all peripherals connected to it. Read the “Pre-inst

3 System upgrade382 Grasp the front bezel at the outer edge and pull it straight out. To install the front bezel:1 Align the notch on left side of th

39Removing and installing the top coverTo remove the top cover:1 Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions described on page 35.2

3 System upgrade40To install the top cover:1 Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 35.2 Install the top cover. (1) Place the to

41Removing and installing the air ductCaution! Always operate your server with the air duct installed to ensure reliable and continued operation. You

viAdditional safety informationYour device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of the reach of small children.Disposal instruc

3 System upgrade42To install the air duct:1 Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 35.2 Place the air duct on the chassis so tha

43Configuring the storage devices The system accommodates slim-line optical drives and can support up to eight 2.5-inch hot-plug SAS/SATA hard disk d

3 System upgrade44To remove an HDD:1 Observe the ESD precautions described on page 35.2 Remove the front bezel. Perform the instructions described in

452 If necessary, remove the air baffle from the HDD carrier. (1) Remove the four screws that secure the air baffle to the HDD carrier. (2) Remove the

3 System upgrade465 Install the HDD carrier into the drive bay. (1) With the lever still extended, slide the HDD carrier all the way into the drive b

47Installing and removing an optical driveNote: The optical drive is not hot-pluggable. Before removing or replacing the drive, you must first power d

3 System upgrade48(4) Slide the drive tray out through the front of the server. 5 Remove the new drive from its protective packaging. 6 Install the o

497 Install the optical drive tray. (1) Slide the optical drive tray into the front opening in the server. (2) Secure the optical drive tray to the ch

3 System upgrade50To remove an optical drive:1 Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 35.2 Remove the front bezel. Perform the i

514 Remove the optical drive tray. (1) Disconnect the SATA ODD cable attached to the optical drive.(2) Remove the two screws that secure the drive tra

viiTips and information for comfortable useComputer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are also at risk of physi

3 System upgrade52Replacing a dual-rotor fan moduleAltos R520 M2 includes seven dual-rotor fan modules to provide adequate airflow and keep system ru

533 Remove the fan module. (1) Disconnect the two fan cables.(2) Press the release tabs on the fan module and pull it up and away from the chassis.

3 System upgrade544 Install the new dual-rotor fan module. (1) Slide the new fan into the chassis. (2) Connect the two fan cables. Check the routing

55Upgrading the processorProcessor configuration guidelinesAltos R520 M2 supports two LGA 1366 processor sockets supporting dual-core or quad-core Int

3 System upgrade56(2) Pull the heat sink away from the processor. (3) Lay down the heat sink in an upright position — with the thermal patch facing u

57(3) Grasp the processor by its edges and lift it out of its socket. (4) Store the old processor inside an anti-static bag. 5 Remove the new processo

3 System upgrade587 Apply the thermal interface material. (1) Use an alcohol pad to wipe off the old thermal grease from both the heat sink and the

59To install a second processor :1 Perform steps 1 to 3 of the previous section.2 Prepare the processor 2 socket for installation. (1) Refer to steps

3 System upgrade60Upgrading the system memorySystem memory interfaceAcer Altos R520 M2 has twelve DIMM slots. The DIMM slots are color-coded and are

61System memory configuration guidelines• To ensure data integrity, use only Acer-approved 240-pin, DDR3 1333 MHz ECC unbuffered DIMM (UDIMM) or regis

viiiTaking care of your visionLong viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens,

3 System upgrade62Memory module population sequenceThe tables below list the suggested population sequence when installing a memory module. Independ

63Dual-processor configuration* support depends on 8GB DIMM availability.Tot al Capacity DIM

3 System upgrade64Mirrored or lockstep memory configuration Memory configuration guidelines• DIMM modules installed in channels A and B must be ident

65Dual processor configuration* (M) stands for Mirror Processor 1 Processor 2Tot al Me m o r yDIMM A1DIMM A2DIMM B1DIMM B2DIMM

3 System upgrade66Lockstep memory configurationSingle processor configurationDual processor configurationTo install a memory module:Warning! Memory o

671 Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 36.2 Remove the air duct. Perform the instructions described in “To remove the air duc

3 System upgrade68To remove a memory module:Important: Before removing any DIMM from the mainboard, make sure to create a backup file of all importan

69To reconfigure the system memory:The system automatically detects the amount of memory installed. Run the BIOS setup to view the new value for total

3 System upgrade70Installing an expansion cardAltos R520 M2 has two PCI riser boards attached to a PCI riser board bracket assembly that support full

714 Remove the expansion slot cover. (1) Remove the screw that secures the slot cover to the metal bracket.(2) Slide the cover out, then store it for

ixDeveloping good work habitsDevelop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and productive:• Take short breaks regularly an

3 System upgrade726 Install the PCI riser board bracket assembly. (1) Position the bracket assembly over the PCI riser slot on the mainboard, then pu

73Installing the TPM moduleThe optional TPM module allows system administrators to enhance the security of the Altos R520 M2 system.To install the TPM

3 System upgrade74Installing and removing a power supply moduleThe server has two power supply module bays on the rear panel that accept hot-plug pow

75To install a second power supply module:1 Observer the ESD precautions described on page 35.2 If a filler panel is installed, remove the filler pane

3 System upgrade76To remove a power supply module:Caution! Power supply hot-plug operations should be performed only if a failure occurs in the power

4 System BIOS

This chapter gives information about the system BIOS and discusses how to configure the system by changing the settings of the BIOS parameters.

79BIOS overview BIOS setup is a hardware configuration program built into the system's Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). Since most systems ar

4 System BIOS80Entering BIOS setup 1 Turn on the server and the monitor. If the server is already turned on, close all open applications, then rest

81BIOS setup navigation keysUse the following keys to move around the Setup utility.• Left and Right arrow keys – Move between selections on the menu