Cisco UCS C200 User Manual

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Cisco UCS C200 Server Installation and Service Guide
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Chapter 3 Maintaining the Server
Installing or Replacing Components
DIMM Installation Procedure
To install or replace a DIMM, follow these steps:
Note Refer to the DIMM population rules before removing or installing DIMMs. See the “Memory
Performance Guidelines and Population Rules” section on page 3-23.
Step 1 Remove an existing DIMM:
a. Power off the server as described in the “Shutting Down and Powering Off the Server” section on
page 3-7.
b. Disconnect all power cords from the power supplies.
c. Slide the server out the front of the rack far enough so that you can remove the top cover. You might
have to detach cables from the rear panel to provide clearance.
Caution If you cannot safely view and access the component, remove the server from the rack.
d. Remove the top cover as described in the “Removing and Replacing the Server Top Cover” section
on page 3-9.
e. Remove the air baffle that sits over the CPUs and DIMMs and set it aside.
f. Push down on the ejector levers at both ends of the DIMM slot.
g. Grasp the DIMM by its top corners and remove it from the server. Place the DIMM on an antistatic
mat or in antistatic packaging.
Step 2 Install a DIMM:
a. With the ejector levers at both ends of the DIMM slot fully open, orient the DIMM’s alignment notch
with the alignment key in the DIMM slot.
b. Press down on both top corners of the DIMM simultaneously until the ejector levers click and lock
in place on the DIMM.
c. Replace the air baffle and the top cover.
d. Replace the server in the rack, replace power cords and any other cables, and then power on the
server by pressing the Power button.

Cisco UCS C200 Specifications

General

Form Factor	Rack-mountable
Processor	Intel Xeon 5500/5600 series
Memory	Up to 192GB DDR3
Storage	Up to 8 x 2.5-inch drives or 4 x 3.5-inch drives
RAID Support	RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Network Interface	2 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports
Management	Cisco Integrated Management Controller (CIMC)

Summary

Preface

Related Documentation

Information about the documentation set for Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) C-Series rack-mount servers.

Audience

Information about the required familiarity with electronic circuitry and wiring practices for users.

Organization

Explains how the guide is structured by chapters and appendices.

Conventions

Explains conventions used for notes, cautions, and safety warnings in the document.

Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request

Details on how to obtain documentation and submit service requests for Cisco products.

Chapter 1 Overview

Chapter 2 Installing the Server

Unpacking and Inspecting the Server

Steps to check the server shipment for completeness and damage after receiving it.

Preparing for Installation

Guidelines for site preparation, space, airflow, and electrical requirements before server installation.

Installing the Server Into a Rack

Detailed steps for mounting the server into a rack using slide rails and securing it.

Initial Server Setup

Procedures for powering on the server, connecting to management, and configuring network settings.

System BIOS and CIMC Firmware

Information on upgrading and accessing the system BIOS and CIMC firmware for server management.

Chapter 3 Maintaining the Server

Server Monitoring and Management Tools

Overview of tools like CIMC and Server Configuration Utility for server monitoring and management.

Status LEDs

Explains the locations and interpretations of front and rear panel LEDs for status and troubleshooting.

Preparing for Component Installation

Describes required equipment and procedures for safely shutting down and powering off the server for maintenance.

Installing or Replacing Components

Instructions on how to remove and replace various hardware components within the server.

Appendix A Technical Specifications

Physical Specifications

Lists the physical dimensions (height, width, depth) and weight of the Cisco UCS C200 server.

Environmental Specifications

Details operating and non-operating environmental conditions like temperature, humidity, and altitude.

Power Specifications

Lists AC input voltage, frequency, current, and output voltage for the server's power supplies.

Appendix B Cable and Power Cord Specifications

KVM Cable

Describes the KVM cable connection, its ports, and supported components for server management.

Supported Power Cords and Plugs

Lists various power cords supported by the server, including their specifications and illustrations.

Appendix C RAID Controller Considerations

Supported RAID Controllers and Required Cables

Details supported RAID controllers, their internal drive capabilities, and necessary cables for LFF and SFF servers.

Enabling the Integrated Intel ICH10R RAID Controller in the BIOS

Steps to enable the integrated ICH10R RAID controller in the BIOS for SW RAID mode.

Enabling the Mezzanine Card RAID Controller in the BIOS

Instructions to enable the mezzanine RAID controller in Enhanced mode via BIOS setup.

RAID Controller Cabling

Illustrates possible RAID controller connectors and recommended cable routing paths within the server.

How to Determine Which Controller Is in Your Server

Guidance on identifying the installed RAID controller by checking system boot messages.

How to Disable Quiet Boot For CIMC Firmware Earlier Than Release 1.2(1)

Procedure to disable Quiet Boot in BIOS to view detailed boot messages and controller prompts.

How To Launch Option ROM-Based Controller Utilities

Information on using host-based or LSI option ROM-based utilities to alter RAID configurations.

Restoring RAID Configuration After Replacing a RAID Controller

Steps to restore the RAID configuration to a new controller after replacing the original one.

For More Information

Provides links to LSI utility help documentation and Cisco UCS Servers RAID Guide for further RAID information.

Appendix D Installation for Cisco UCS Integration

Cisco UCS C-Series Server Integration with UCS Manager Guides

Directs users to external integration guides for Cisco UCS C-Series servers with UCS Manager.