Kontron TIGH2U Carrier Grade Server - Manual (Page 8)

Kontron Carrier Grade Server TIGH2U
December 2009 Product Guide, rev.1.2
11

Introduction—TIGH2U Server
1 Introduction
1.1 About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing and using the Kontron Carrier Grade Server TIGH2U.
This manual is for trained system technicians who are responsible for troubleshooting, upgrading, and
maintaining this server. This document provides a brief overview of the features of the system, a list
of accessories or other components you may need, troubleshooting information, and instructions on
how to add and replace components on the TIGH2U Server.
Note: Always be sure to check the Support web site at http://us.kontron.com/ for the latest
version of this manual.
1.1.1 Manual Organization
Chapter 2 provides a brief overview of the TIGH2U Server. In this chapter, you will find a list of the
server board features, chassis features, illustrations of the product, and product diagrams to help you
identify components and their locations.
Chapter 3 provides instructions on adding and replacing hot-swappable and standard components
such as processors and memory DIMMs. Use this chapter for step-by-step instructions and diagrams
for installing or replacing components.
Chapter 4 provides instructions on adding optional components such as PCI add-in cards, I/O
expansion modules, hardware RAID 5 components, and optical devices. Use this chapter for step-by-
step instructions and diagrams for installing components.
Chapter 5 provides instructions on replacing components such as fans, boards, the drive bay
assembly, and the battery. Use this chapter for step-by-step instructions and diagrams for replacing
components.
Chapter 6 provides instructions on using the utilities that are shipped with the board or that may be
required to update the system. This includes how to navigate through the BIOS (Basic Input/Output
System) setup screens, how to perform a BIOS update, and how to reset the password or CMOS
(Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor). Information about the specific BIOS settings and
screens is available in the 
Intel ® Server Board S5000PAL/S5000XAL Technical Product Specification.
Chapter 7 provides troubleshooting information. In this chapter, you will find BIOS error messages
and POST (Power-on Self Test) code messages. You will also find suggestions for performing
troubleshooting activities to identify the source of a problem.