Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto 1600SC del fabbricante Dell
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Dell™PowerEdge™1600SCSystemsInstallationandTroubleshooting Guide Introduction Indicators, Codes, and Messages Finding Software Solutions Running the System Diagnostics Trouble.
Back to Contents Page Jumpers, Switches, and Connectors Dell™PowerEdge™1600SCSystemsInstallationandTroubleshootingGuide Jumpers — A General Explanation Sys.
Table A - 1.SystemBoardJumperSettings System Board Connectors See FigureA -3 and TableA - 2 for the location and description of system board connectors. FigureA - 3 also indicates expansion slots and bus operating speeds.
Table A - 2. System Board Connectors Disabling a Forgotten Password Connector Description BATTERY System battery CHASSIS INTRUSION Chassis intrusion switch COM1/LPT.
The system's software security features include a system password and a setup password, which are discussed in detail in "Using the System Setup Program" in your User's Guide . The password jumper enables these password features or disables them and clears any password(s) currently in use.
Back to Contents Page I/O Ports and Connectors Dell™PowerEdge™1600SCSystemsInstallationandTroubleshootingGuide I/O Connectors Serial Connector Paralle.
Serial Connector Serial connectors support devices such as external modems, printers, and mice that require serial data transmission. The serial connector uses a 9 - pin D - subminiature connector. Serial Connector Autoconfiguration The default designation of the integrated serial connector is COM1.
Table B - 3. Parallel Connector Pin Assignments PS/2 - Compatible Keyboard and Mouse Connectors The PS/2 - compatible keyboard and mouse cables attach to 6 - pin, miniature DIN connectors. FigureB - 4 illustrates the pin numbers for these connectors and TableB - 4 defines the pin assignments for these connectors.
Video Connector You can attach a VGA - compatible monitor to the system's integrated video controller using a 15 - pin high - density D - subminiature connector. FigureB - 5 illustrates the pin numbers for the video connector and TableB - 5 defines the pin assignments for the connector.
Integrated NIC Connector The system's integrated NIC functions as a separate network expansion card while providing fast communication between servers and workstations. FigureB - 7 illustrates the pin numbers for the NIC connector and TableB - 7 defines the pin assignments for the connector.
Back to Contents Page Abbreviations and Acronyms Dell™PowerEdge™1600SCSystemsInstallationandTroubleshootingGuide A ampere(s) AC alternating current ADC.
CD compact disc CGA color graphics adapter cm centimeter(s) CMOS complementary metal oxide semiconductor COM communications cpi characters per inch cpl .
DIMM dual in - line memory module DIN Deutsche Industrie Norm DIP dual in - line package DMA direct memory access DOC Department of Communications (in Canada) .
enhanced integrated drive electronics EMI electromagnetic interference EMM expanded memory manager EMS Expanded Memory Specification EPP Enhanced Parallel Port .
g gram(s) G gravities GB gigabyte(s) GUI graphical user interface Hz hertz I/O input/output ID identification IDE integrated drive electroni.
kg kilogram(s) kHz kilohertz LAN local area network lb pound(s) LCD liquid crystal display LED light - emitting diode LIF low insertion force .
Mb megabit(s) Mbps megabit(s) per second MBR master boot record MDA monochrome display adapter MGA monochrome graphics adapter MHz megahertz mm .
nonmaskable interrupt ns nanosecond(s) NTFS NT File System NVRAM nonvolatile random - access memory OTP one - time programmable PAL programmable array logic.
PQFP plastic quad flat pack PSDB power - supply distribution board PS/2 Personal System/2 PXE preboot execution environment RAID redundant arrays of independent dis.
SBE single bit ECC SCSI small computer system interface sec second(s) SEC single - edge contact SEL system event log SDRAM synchronous dynamic random - .
UMB upper memory block UPS uninterruptible power supply USB universal serial bus V volt(s) VAC volt(s) alternating current VDC volt(s) direct current .
eXtended Memory Specification ZIF zero insertion force Back to Contents Page .
Back to Contents Page Introduction Dell™PowerEdge™1600SCSystemsInstallationandTroubleshootingGuide Other Documents You May Need Obtaining Technical Assistanc.
Back to Contents Page Indicators, Codes, and Messages Dell™PowerEdge™1600SCSystemsInstallationandTroubleshootingGuide Applications, operating systems, and the system itself are capable of identifying problems and alerting you to them.
Figure 2 - 3. Front - Panel Controls and Indicators Table 2 - 1. Front - PanelControlsandIndicators Back - Panel Features Figure2 - 4 shows the back - panel features of the system. Table2 - 2 describes the back - panel features.
Table 2 - 2. Back - PanelFeatures Power Indicator Codes The power button on the front panel controls the power input to the system's power supplies. The power indicator can provide information on power status (see Figure2 -3 ).
Table 2 - 4.RedundantPowerSupplyIndicators Hard - Drive Indicator Codes Each hard - drive carrier has two indicators: a busy indicator and a status indicator (see Figure2 -6 ). The indicators provide information on the status of the respective hard drive.
Table 2 - 6.NICIndicatorCodes System Messages System messages alert you to a possible operating system problem or to a conflict between the software and hardware. Table2 -7 lists the system error messages that can occur and the probable cause for each message.
following bank(s): Bank n Amount of available memory limited to 256 MB! OS Install Mode is enabled in the System Setup program. Disable OS Install Mode in the System Setup program (see "Using the System Setup Program" in your User's Guide ).
Keyboard stuck key failure Memory address line failure at address , read value expecting value Faulty or improperly installed memory modules. See " Troubleshooting System Memory " in "Troubleshooting Your System.
System Beep Codes When an error that cannot be reported on the monitor occurs during a boot routine, the system may emit a series of beeps that identify the problem. When a beep code is emitted, record it on a copy of the Diagnostics Checklist in " Getting Help ," and then look it up in Table2 - 8 .
Table 2 - 8.SystemBeepCodes Warning Messages A warning message alerts you to a possible problem and asks you to take corrective action before the system continues a task. For example, before you format a diskette, a message may warn you that you may lose all data on the diskette.
Diagnostics Messages When you run a test group or subtest in the system diagnostics, an error message may result. Diagnostic error messages are not covered in this section.
Back to Contents Page Finding Software Solutions Dell™PowerEdge™1600SCSystemsInstallationandTroubleshootingGuide Before You Begin Troubleshooting Errors and .
Application Conflicts Some applications can leave unnecessary files or data behind after they are deleted from your system. Device drivers can also create application errors. If application errors occur, see your application device driver or operating system documentation for troubleshooting information.
Back to Contents Page Running the System Diagnostics Dell™PowerEdge™1600SCSystemsInstallationandTroubleshootingGuide Running Server Administrator Diagnostics .
Youcanrunthesystemdiagnosticsfromeithertheutilitypartitiononyourharddriveorfromasetofdiskettesthatyoucreatefromthe Dell OpenManage Server Assistant CD. To run the diagnostics from the utility partition, perform the following steps: 1.
l On the left side of the screen, Device Groups lists the diagnostic device groups in the order they will run if you select All under the Run Tests submenu.
Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Your System Dell™PowerEdge™1600SCSystemsInstallationandTroubleshootingGuide If your system is not working as expected, begin troubleshooting by using the procedures in this section.
3. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet or PDU and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals. 4. Is the monitor working properly? See " Troubleshooting the Video Subsystem ." 5. Is the keyboard working properly? See " Troubleshooting the Keyboard .
Bezel The front bezel has status and attention indicators. You must remove the bezel to remove the cover. Removing the Bezel 1. Using the system key, unlock the front bezel (see Figure5 -2 ). Figure 5 - 2. Removing the Bezel 2.
Installing the Bezel 1. Snap the two tabs on the lower inside edge of the bezel into the corresponding clips on the system front panel, and pivot the bezel upward to its closed position.
The vertical plastic baffle in the center of the system improves system cooling by guiding the airflow within the system. You must remove the baffle when performing certain procedures inside the system to improve access to some internal components.
l Video logic Action 1. Check the system and power connections to the monitor. 2. Run the video tests in the system diagnostics (see " Running the System Diagnostics "). If the tests run successfully, the problem is not related to video hardware.
If the mouse appears to be free of physical damage, go to step3 . If the mouse is damaged, continue to step2 . 2. Swap the faulty mouse with a working mouse. If the problem is resolved, you must replace the faulty mouse (see " Getting Help ").
If the problem is resolved, you must replace the interface cable (see " Getting Help "). 3. Turn off the system and the serial device, and swap the device with a comparable device. 4. Turn on the system and the serial device. If the problem is resolved, you must replace the serial device (see " Getting Help ").
If the problem is resolved, you must replace the USB device (see " Getting Help "). If the problem persists, see " Getting Help ." Troubleshooting a NIC Problem l NIC cannot communicate with network l NIC cable l NIC, hub, and switch configuration settings Action 1.
The system board contains the system's control circuitry and other electronic components. Several hardware options, such as the microprocessors and memory, are installed directly on the system board.
1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet. 2. Remove the cover (see " Removing the Cover ").
lasts longer). You may need to replace the battery if an incorrect time or date is displayed during the boot routine. You can operate the system without a battery; however, the system configuration information maintained by the battery in NVRAM is erased each time you remove power from the system.
Troubleshooting a Nonredundant Power Supply Problem l Power indicator on the front panel does not light l Systems management software issues a power supply – related message l No power to the system Action 1.
Options"). 6. Stand the system upright. 7. Install the cover (see " Installing the Cover "). 8. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.
a. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from its electrical outlet. b. Remove the cover (see " Removing the Cover ").
11. Swap the memory module in the first memory connector with another of the same capacity (see " Installing Memory Modules " in "Installing System Options"). 12. Stand the system upright. 13. Install the cover (see " Installing the Cover ").
12. Run the diskette drive tests in the system diagnostics to determine whether the diskette drive operates properly (see " Running the System Diagnostics "). If the tests fail, continue to step13 . 13. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from its electrical outlet.
2. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet. 3. Remove the cover (see " Removing the Cover "). 4. Lay the system on its right side. 5. Ensure that the CD drive interface cable is properly connected between the drive and the system board.
7. Lay the system on its right side. 8. Ensure that the tape drive interface cable is properly connected between the drive and the system board. To identify system board connectors, see FigureA - 3 . 9. Ensure that a power cable is properly connected to the drive.
See the documentation for the tape drive for instructions on configuring the SCSI ID and enabling or disabling termination. 12. Stand the system upright. 13. Install the cover (see " Installing the Cover "). 14. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.
If the problem persists, see " Getting Help ." Troubleshooting an IDE Hard Drive in a RAID Configuration Problem l Device driver error l Hard - drive cables l Device drivers Action 1. Run the hard drive tests in the system diagnostics (see " Running the System Diagnostics ").
Problem l Device driver error l Hard - drive cables l SCSI backplane board l Device drivers Action 1. If the integrated SCSI host adapter is being used to control the SCSI hard drives, reboot the system and press <Ctrl><a> to enter the SCSI configuration utility program.
1. Run the SCSI controllers test and the hard drive tests in the system diagnostics (see " Running the System Diagnostics "). For information on testing the controller, see the SCSI or RAID controller's documentation.
Problem l System message indicates a problem with the microprocessor l Heat sink is not installed for the microprocessor l Fan is not operating properly Action 1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
9. For each expansion card, perform the following steps: a. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from its electrical outlet. b. Remove the cover (see " Removing the Cover "). c. Lay the system on its right side.
14. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals. 15. Enter the System Setup program, and change the configuration settings appropriate for your system (see "Using the System Setup Program" in your User's Guide ).
Back to Contents Page Installing System Options Dell™PowerEdge™1600SCSystemsInstallationandTroubleshootingGuide System Fans Redundant Power Supplies E.
Installing the Front System Fan 1. Insert the fan power cable into the fan bay and connect the fan power cable to the fan power connector on the chassis (see Figure6 - 1 ). 2. Slide the fan into the system chassis (see Figure6 -1 ), being careful not to trap the power cable between the fan and chassis.
1. Insert the four tabs on the fan bracket into the mounting holes in the back panel and slide the fan assembly downward about 1 cm (0.5 inch) until the fan bracket release tab snaps into place. 2. Connect the fan power cable to the fan power connector on the system board.
Expansion Cards The system includes six expansion slots, configured as follows: l Slots 1 and 2 are 64 - bit, 66 - MHz PCI slots (3.3 V). l Slots 3 and 4 are 64 - bit, 100 - MHz PCI - X slots (3.3 V). l Slots 5 and 6 are 32 - bit, 33 - MHz PCI slots (5 V).
7. Connect any cables that should be attached to the card. See the documentation that accompanied the card for information about its cable connections. 8. Stand the system upright. 9. Install the cover (see " Installing the Cover " in "Troubleshooting Your System").
Memory Modules Thefourmemorymoduleconnectorsonthesystemboardcanaccommodatefrom128MBto4GBofregisteredmemorymodules. Memory Upgrade Kits System memory is upgradable to 4 GB by installing combinations of 128 - , 256 - , 512 - MB, and 1 - GB registered DDR SDRAM modules.
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 8.
Removing Memory Modules 1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet. 2. Remove the cover (see " Removing the Cover " in "Troubleshooting Your System").
7. Remove the microprocessor fan and heat sink assembly (see Figure6 -5 ): a. Press down on the release tabs on the heat - sink retention clips to release the clips from the retaining tabs on the ZIF socket. b. Lift the assembly away from the microprocessor.
13. Install the microprocessor in the socket (see Figure6 -6 ). 14. When the microprocessor is fully seated in the socket, rotate the socket release lever back down until it snaps into place, securing the microprocessor in the socket.
1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet. 2. Remove the cover (see " Removing the Cover " in "Troubleshooting Your System"). 3. Lay the system on its right side.
Back to Contents Page Installing Drives Dell™PowerEdge™1600SCSystemsInstallationandTroubleshootingGuide Your system can contain the following drives: l Up to two externally accessible 5.25 - inch drives (typically CD drives or tape drives).
The 3.5 - inch diskette drive, 5.25 - inch devices, and non - hot - plug hard drives must connect to a DC power cable from the system power supply. (Hot - plug SCSI drives obtain their power from the optional SCSI backplane.) IDE Configuration Information The IDE subsystem provides two channels (primary and secondary).
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 ).
1. Connect the power cable and the interface cable to the diskette drive. 2. Slide the diskette drive into the externally accessible drive bay (see Figure7 -1 ). 3. Stand the system upright. 4. Install the cover (see " Installing the Cover " in "Troubleshooting Your System").
Installing the Front - Panel Drive Inserts 1. Install the chassis drive insert by sliding the insert into the chassis until the tabs on the side of the insert snap into place (see Figure7 -2 ). 2. Install the bezel drive insert by sliding the insert into the bezel until the tabs on the side of the insert snap into place.
8. Connect a DC power cable connector to the drive's power input connector (see Figure7 - 3 ). 9. Connect the interface cable to the drive (see Figure7 -3 ) and to the system board or controller card: l Figure7 - 4 illustrates a common cable configuration for externally accessible IDE drives.
Figure 7 - 6. Connecting an SCSI Tape Drive to a SCSI Controller Card 10. Ensure that all cables are firmly connected and arranged so that they will not catch on the computer covers or block airflow inside the system.
Use the following guidelines when installing hard drives: l You should only use drives tested and approved for use in your system. l You may need to use different programs than those provided with the operating system to partition and format a hard drive.
b. Replace the four screws that secure the drive bay in the system. 8. Connectallpowercablesandinterfacecablestotheharddrivesremaininginthedrivebay. 9. Stand the system upright. 10. Install the cover (see " Installing the Cover " in "Troubleshooting Your System").
Figure 7 - 9. Connecting Non - Hot - Plug SCSI Hard Drives to the Integrated SCSI Controller Figure 7 - 10. Connecting Non - Hot - Plug SCSI Hard Drives to an Optional SCSI RAID Controller Card Figure 7 - 11.
12. Connect all power cables and interface cables to the other hard drives in the drive bay. 13. Ensure that all cables are firmly connected and arranged so that they will not catch on the computer covers or block airflow inside the system. 14.
Figure 7 - 13. Hot - Plug SCSI Hard Drives Connected to a RAID Controller Card Removing a Hot - Plug Hard Drive 1. Remove the bezel (see " Removing the Bezel " in "Troubleshooting Your System").
4. Slide the hard drive out until it is free of the drive bay (see Figure7 - 14 ). 5. Replace the bezel (see " Installing the Bezel " in "Troubleshooting Your System"). Installing a Hot - Plug Hard Drive 1. Remove the bezel (see " Removing the Bezel " in "Troubleshooting Your System").
6. Connect the interface cable to the card and to the drives. See Figure7 - 10 , Figure7 - 12 , and the documentation that accompanied the card for information about cable connections between the drives and RAID card. 7. Stand the system upright.
Back to Contents Page Getting Help Dell™PowerEdge™1600SCSystemsInstallationandTroubleshootingGuide Technical Assistance Dell Enterprise Training and Certific.
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Se non hai ancora comprato il Dell 1600SC è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del Dell 1600SC - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Dell 1600SC imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Dell 1600SC ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Dell 1600SC, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del Dell 1600SC.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il Dell 1600SC. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Dell 1600SC insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
