Apple Front and Rear Guide de l'utilisateur

XserveUser GuideIncludes software conguration and problem solving information for the Xserve

Xserve at a Glance—Back PanelSystem information tag(pullout tab) System identifierbutton/lightPower supplybay 2Power supplybay 1FireWire 800ports (2)E

Chapter 1 Xserve at a Glance 11Serial console port Connect a serial device or a computer with a serial port. This port supports RS-232 connectio

12This chapter shows how to start up and shut down the Xserve, and includes information about conguring Mac OS X Server the rst time you start up

Chapter 2 Starting Up the Xserve 13Conguring the Lights-Out Management PortWhen you use the Server Monitor application to start up, shut down,

Serial Number for Remote SetupTo use Server Assistant to set up the Xserve remotely, you need to know the rst eight characters of the Xserve hardware

Chapter 2 Starting Up the Xserve 15 3 Release the system identier button, and then press it again repeatedly to turn on the light that corresp

For information about the shutdown command and other command-line shutdown options, enter man shutdown in Terminal or see Mac OS X Server: Command-Lin

17You can check the status of the Xserve whether you’re nearby or in a remote location.This chapter shows how to check whether the Xserve is opera

You can also connect a management console to the Xserve serial port and manage the Xserve using command-line tools. See “Using the Serial Port” on pag

Chapter 3 Monitoring the Xserve 19Interpreting the Xserve Status LightsYou can check the overall status of the Xserve and the status of some com

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Indicator light Color IndicatesSystem identier Yellow, alternating between ashing and oOne of the following: Â The Xserve has detected an alarm con

Chapter 3 Monitoring the Xserve 21Ethernet Link StatusPort 1 status light(green)Port 1 activity light(blue)Port 2 status light(green)Port 2 acti

Indicator light Color IndicatesPower supply (rear panel, on power supply)Green AC power is available and the supply is providing DC power to the Xser

Chapter 3 Monitoring the Xserve 23Connecting to the Serial PortYou can use a 9-pin serial null modem cable with a serial-to-USB adapter or a ser

Review basic Xserve information, such as ÂUptime ÂMac OS X Server version running on the Xserve ÂAmount and type of memory installed in each slot ÂMod

25There are several ways to update or install server software on the Xserve.An Xserve without a solid-state drive comes with Mac OS X Server insta

Software Update and Installation OverviewTo update the server software, you can use:The Software Update pane of System Preferences ÂThe Server Updates

Chapter 4 Updating or Installing Software on the Xserve 27On an Xserve without a display or keyboard, using Terminal:Use Terminal and SSH to con

For detailed information about installing Mac OS X Server on the Xserve, including information about setting up and using an administrator computer so

Chapter 4 Updating or Installing Software on the Xserve 29Using Another Xserve to Install on a Swapped Drive ModuleThis is a simple method for i

5 Preface: About This Guide5 Working with Mac OS X Server5 If You Have a Solid-State Drive6 If You Have an Xserve RAID Card6 For More Informatio

Using Commands over the Serial Port to Install from the Optical DriveAnother way to install Mac OS X Server on the Xserve without a keyboard or displa

31Look here for solutions to problems you might encounter while working with the Xserve and for information about using Apple Xserve Diagnostics t

32 Appendix TroubleshootingIf the RAID card battery isn’t fully chargedThe battery is probably undergoing normal charging or conditioning. For

Appendix Troubleshooting 33If the hard disk is erased or Xserve software is damagedReinstall the Mac OS X Server software. For information about

Regulatory Compliance InformationFCC Compliance StatementThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital devi

Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet containing the laser. The laser beam used in this product is harmful to the eyes. The use of optical instrum

Union Européenne: informations sur l’éliminationLe symbole ci-dessus signie que vous devez vous débarasser de votre produit sans le mélanger avec les

4 Contents20 Processor Activity20 Drive Module Status21 Ethernet Link Status21 Power Supply Status22 Getting Detailed Hardware Information22

5This user guide shows you how to start up and shut down the Xserve, install and congure server software, monitor the status of the Xserve, and so

6 Preface About This GuideIf You Have an Xserve RAID CardIf you purchased your Xserve with an Xserve RAID Card installed but no solid-state dr

7Use the illustrations in this chapter to become familiar with the basic controls, features, and components of the Xserve.The illustrations on the

Xserve at a Glance—Front PanelDrive moduleactivity lightDrive modulestatus lightOptical driveSystem identifierbutton/lightEnclosure lockand status lig

Chapter 1 Xserve at a Glance 9On/standby button and light Press to turn on the Xserve. Press for approximately ve seconds to force the Xserve t