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The following options are available for the Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 operating system. You must create a separate diskette for each option. Create SCSI and Video Controller Drivers Diskette - This option allows you to create a diskette that contains small computer system interface (SCSI) and video drivers for Windows NT Server 4.0. You must create a driver diskette to install these drivers for the correct operation of this system. Create NIC Drivers Diskette 1, 2 - This option allows you to create a diskette that contains network interface controller (NIC) drivers for Windows NT Server 4.0. You must create a driver diskette to install these drivers for the correct operation of this system. Create RAID Driver Diskette - This option allows you to create a diskette that contains drivers for the optional RAID controllers for Windows NT Server 4.0. Windows NT PERC Remote Client Disk 1, 2 - This option allows you to create a diskette that contains the PowerEdge Console Client, a utility that is used to configure and monitor RAID systems locally or over a network. The following options are available for the Novell IntranetWare 4.11 operating system: Create SCSI and RAID Driver Diskette - This option allows you to create a diskette that contains SCSI drivers as well as drivers for the optional RAID controllers for Novell IntranetWare 4.11. Create NIC Driver Diskette - This option allows you to create a diskette that contains NIC drivers. Create Adaptec EZ-SCSI Diskette - This option allows you to create a diskette that contains the configuration utility for Adaptec SCSI controllers. The configuration utility works with the optional Adaptec AHA-2940U2W and the built-in Adaptec 78xx series SCSI controllers when used with Novell IntranetWare 4.11. This diskette also contains MS-DOS drivers for CD-ROM drive access. These drivers are needed to install IntranetWare from an MS-DOS environment. Novell NetWare PERC Host Service Disk - This option allows you to create a diskette that contains the RAID controller host service software, which allows the RAID controller to be configured and monitored locally or over a network. This option allows you to create a diskette for other operating systems that are supported, but not installed, by Dell. In browser mode, the documentation welcome page gives you the option of choosing Deutsch, English, Español, or Français as the language for the menus, help 2-6 Dell PowerEdge 4300 Systems User's Guide

Section	Page
Safety Instructions	3
When Using Your Computer System	3
Ergonomic Computing Habits	4
When Working With Your Computer	5
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge	5
Preface	7
About This Guide	7
Warranty and Return Policy Information	8
Other Documents You May Need	8
Notational Conventions	9
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes	9
Typographical Conventions	9
Contents	11
Introduction	19
System Features	19
Supported Operating Systems	22
Front-Panel Controls and Indicators	22
Connecting External Devices	24
Preventing Unauthorized Access Inside the System	25
Getting Help	25
Using the Dell Server Assistant CD	27
Starting the Dell Server Assistant CD	27
MS-DOS Mode	27
Browser Mode	28
MS-DOS Mode: Using the CD to Configure Your System and Create Diskettes	28
Choose a Language	29
Configure the System	29
Run the Resource Configuration Utility	29
Configure the RAID Subsystem	30
Create Utility Partition	30
Create Diskettes	31
Create Blank, Formatted Diskette	31
Create Utility Diskettes	31
Create Operating System Support Diskettes	31
Browser Mode: Using the CD to View Online Documentation	32
Utility Partition	33
Running System Diagnostics	35
Video Drivers	35
Installing Video Drivers for WindowsNTServer 4.0	35
Asset Tag Utility	36
Using the Asset Tag Utility	36
Assigning and Deleting an Asset Tag Number	37
Installing and Configuring SCSI Drivers	39
Dell-Installed Windows NT Server 4.0 or IntranetWare 4.11	39
Customer-Installed Windows NT Server 4.0 or IntranetWare 4.11	39
The SCSISelect Utility	40
Starting the SCSISelect Utility	40
Using SCSISelect Menus	41
Configure/View Host Adapter Settings	41
SCSI Disk Utilities	41
Exiting SCSISelect	41
SCSISelect Defaults	41
SCSI Bus Interface Definitions	43
Boot Device Options	43
SCSI Device/Configuration Settings	44
Advanced Host Adapter Settings	45
Installation for Windows NT Server 4.0	47
Installation Overview	47
Installing SCSI Drivers During Windows NT Server 4.0 Installation	48
Removing a Host Adapter	49
Swapping a Host Adapter	50
Troubleshooting for Windows NT Server 4.0	51
Installation for Novell IntranetWare 4.11	51
Installation Overview	52
Creating the IntranetWare 4.11 Driver Diskettes	53
Preparing the Hard-Disk Drive for IntranetWare Installation	53
Installing SCSI Drivers During IntranetWare 4.11 Installation	54
Installing the Dell-Supplied Novell Patches and Support Pack 5	58
Dell-Provided IntranetWare 4.11	58
IntranetWare 4.11 From Sources Other Than Dell	58
Installing SMP Support	59
Using startup.ncf and autoexec.ncf	59
Using Removable Media	60
Using Drives Tested and Approved for IntranetWare	62
Using the IntranetWare Tape Backup Utility	62
Setting Up a CD-ROM Drive With IntranetWare4.11	62
Optimizing Performance	63
Troubleshooting for IntranetWare	63
Non–Host-Adapter-Specific Error Codes	64
Host-Adapter-Specific Error Codes	64
Using the System Setup Program	67
Entering the System Setup Program	68
System Setup Screens	68
Using the System Setup Program	69
System Setup Options	71
Time	71
Date	71
Diskette Drive A and Diskette Drive B	71
Reserved Memory	71
CPU Speed	72
Num Lock	72
Processor 1 and Processor 2	72
Fan Speed	72
System Alert	72
Keyboard Errors	73
Boot Sequence	73
Diskette First	73
Hard Disk Only	73
Scan Sequence	73
System Password	74
Password Status	74
Setup Password	74
Mouse	75
Serial Port 1 and Serial Port 2	75
Parallel Port	75
Parallel Mode	75
Diskette	75
Speaker	76
Primary SCSI and Secondary SCSI	76
System Data	76
Using the System Password Feature	77
Assigning a System Password	77
Using Your System Password to Secure Your System	78
Deleting or Changing an Existing System Password	79
Using the Setup Password Feature	80
Assigning a Setup Password	80
Operating With a Setup Password Enabled	81
Deleting or Changing an Existing Setup Password	81
Disabling a Forgotten Password	81
Responding to Error Messages	81
Using the Resource Configuration Utility	83
Configuring ISA and PCI Expansion Cards	83
How to Run the RCU	84
When to Run the RCU	84
Making Selections in the RCU	85
Using Online Instructions	85
Starting the RCU	85
Main Menu	86
Learn About Configuring Your Computer	86
Configure Computer	86
Set Date	87
Set Time	87
Maintain Resource Configuration Diskette	87
Exit From This Utility	87
Steps in Configuring Your Computer Menu	87
Step 1: Important Resource Configuration Information	87
Step 2: Add or Remove Boards	88
Step 3: View or Edit Details	90
Step 4: Examine Switches or Print Report	92
Step 5: Save and Exit	92
Advanced Menu	93
Lock/Unlock Boards	93
View Additional System Information Menu	93
Set Verification Mode Menu	93
Maintain SCI Files Menu	94
Resolving Resource Conflicts	94
Removing a Card That Conflicts With the Card You Just Installed	95
Technical Specifications	97
I/O Ports and Connectors	101
I/O Ports and Connectors	101
Serial and Parallel Ports	101
Adding an Expansion Card Containing Serial or Parallel Ports	103
Serial Port Connectors	104
Parallel Port Connector	104
Keyboard and Mouse Connectors	106
Keyboard Connector	106
Mouse Connector	107
Video Connector	107
Server-Management Bus Connectors	109
Maintaining the System	111
Data Preservation	111
Scheduling Backups	111
Backup Devices	111
Recovering Data	112
Cleaning System Components	112
Recommended Tools and Accessories	113
Cleaning the System, Monitor, and Keyboard Exteriors	113
Cleaning Drives	114
Environmental Factors	114
Temperature	114
Humidity	115
Altitude	115
Dust and Particles	115
Corrosion	116
ESD	116
Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference	116
Magnetism	117
Shock and Vibration	117
Power Source Interruptions	118
Power Protection Devices	118
Surge Protectors	119
Line Conditioners	119
Uninterruptible Power Supplies	119
Regulatory Notices	121
FCC Notices (U.S. Only)	122
Class A	123
Class B	123
IC Notice (Canada Only)	123
CE Notice (European Union)	124
EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only)	125
VCCI Notice (Japan Only)	125
Class A ITE	125
Class B ITE	126
MOC Notice (South Korea Only)	126
Class A Device	126
Class B Device	127
Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice	127
Wymagania Polskiego Centrum BadaÒ i Certyfikacji	128
Pozosta³e instrukcje bezpieczeÒstwa	128
NOM Information (Mexico Only)	129
Información para NOM (únicamente para México)	130
BCIQ Notice (Taiwan Only)	130
Warranty, Return Policy, and Year 2000 Statement of Compliance	131
Limited Three-Year Warranty (U.S. and Canada Only)	131
Coverage During Year One	131
Coverage During Years Two and Three	132
General Provisions	132
“Total Satisfaction” Return Policy (U.S. and Canada Only)	133
Year 2000 Statement of Compliance for Dell-Branded Hardware Products	134
Previous Products	134
Software	135
Additional Information	135
Glossary	137

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Dell PowerEdge 4300 Systems User’s Guide

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The following options are available for the Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 operat-

ing system. You must create a separate diskette for each option.

Create SCSI and Video Controller Drivers Diskette

— This option allows you to

create a diskette that contains small computer system interface (SCSI) and video

drivers for Windows NT Server 4.0. You must create a driver diskette to install

these drivers for the correct operation of this system.

Create NIC Drivers Diskette 1, 2

— This option allows you to create a diskette that

contains network interface controller (NIC) drivers for Windows NT Server 4.0. You

must create a driver diskette to install these drivers for the correct operation of this

system.

Create RAID Driver Diskette

— This option allows you to create a diskette that

contains drivers for the optional RAID controllers for Windows NT Server 4.0.

Windows NT PERC Remote Client Disk 1, 2

— This option allows you to create

a diskette that contains the PowerEdge Console Client, a utility that is used to

configure and monitor RAID systems locally or over a network.

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The following options are available for the Novell IntranetWare 4.11 operating system:

Create SCSI and RAID Driver Diskette

— This option allows you to create a dis-

kette that contains SCSI drivers as well as drivers for the optional RAID

controllers for Novell IntranetWare 4.11.

Create NIC Driver Diskette

— This option allows you to create a diskette that

contains NIC drivers.

Create Adaptec EZ-SCSI Diskette

— This option allows you to create a diskette

that contains the configuration utility for Adaptec SCSI controllers. The configura-

tion utility works with the optional Adaptec AHA-2940U2W and the built-in

Adaptec 78

series SCSI controllers when used with Novell IntranetWare 4.11.

This diskette also contains MS-DOS drivers for CD-ROM drive access. These driv-

ers are needed to install IntranetWare from an MS-DOS environment.

Novell NetWare PERC Host Service Disk

— This option allows you to create a

diskette that contains the RAID controller host service software, which allows the

RAID controller to be configured and monitored locally or over a network.

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This option allows you to create a diskette for other operating systems that are sup-

ported, but not installed, by Dell.

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English

Español

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as the language for the menus, help