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    User’s guide type 6221 intellistation z pro.

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    Ibm intellistation z pro type 6221 user’s guide sc02-r303-50

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    Note: before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in appendix b, “warranty information” on page 95, and appendix c, “notices” on page 107. Second edition (december 2002) © copyright international business machines corporation 2002. All rights reserved. Us governme...

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    Contents safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vii chapter 1. Introducing the intellistation z pro computer . . . . . . . . . 1 notices and statements used in this book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 related publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 featu...

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    Configuring the gigabit ethernet controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 chapter 4. Installing options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 installation guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 system reliability considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 handling s...

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    Monitor problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 option problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 parallel port problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 power problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 printer problems . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    Vi ibm intellistation z pro type 6221: user’s guide.

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    Safety before installing this product, read the safety information. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as informações de segurança. Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí. Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt. Lees voordat u dit produc...

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    Statement 1 danger electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. V connect all power cords to a p...

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    Statement 3 caution: when laser products (such as cd-roms, dvd drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: v do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts i...

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    Statement 8 caution: never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a probl...

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    Hinweis 23 achtung: keine gegenstände, die mehr als 50 kg wiegen, auf rack-einheiten ablegen. >50 kg notice nø 23 attention: ne posez pas d’objet dont le poids dépasse 50 kg sur les unités montées en armoire. >50 kg varningsmeddelande 23 varning: placera inte något föremål som väger mer än 50 kg ova...

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    Merknad 23 advarsel: ikke sett gjenstander som veier mer enn 50 kg oppå enheter som er montert i et kabinett. >50 kg avviso 23 attenzione: non poggiare oggetti che pesano più di 50 kg sulla parte superiore delle unità montate in rack. >50 kg turvaohje 23 varoitus: telineeseen asennettujen laitteiden...

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    Voorschrift 23 waarschuwing: plaats geen objecten die meer dan 50 kg wegen op apparaten die in het rek zijn gemonteerd. >50 kg forskrift 23 pas på!: anbring ikke genstande, der vejer mere end 50 kg, oven på enheder, der er monteret i rack. >50 kg instrução 23 cuidado: não coloque nenhum objeto com p...

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    23 50 110 50 110 xiv ibm intellistation z pro type 6221: user’s guide.

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    23 50 50 · 23 50 50 23 50 110 50 110 safety xv.

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    > 50 kg 50 23 23 50 110 50 110 23 50 110 50 110 xvi ibm intellistation z pro type 6221: user’s guide.

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    23 50 50 23 50 110 50 110 23 50 110 50 110 safety xvii.

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    23 50 50 110 23 50 110 50 110 xviii ibm intellistation z pro type 6221: user’s guide.

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    23 50 110 50 110 instrução 23 cuidado: não coloque nenhum objeto com peso superior a 50 kg (110 lbs.) sobre dispositivos montados em rack. >50 kg (110 lbs) safety xix.

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    Xx ibm intellistation z pro type 6221: user’s guide.

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    Chapter 1. Introducing the intellistation z pro computer thank you for selecting an ibm ® intellistation ® z pro type 6221 computer. Your computer incorporates many of the latest advances in computing technology and can be expanded and upgraded as your needs change. If you have access to the interne...

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    Related publications this user’s guide provides general information about your computer, including information about features, how to configure your computer, how to install options, and how to solve problems and get help. The following documentation contains additional information about your comput...

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    Features and specifications the following table provides a summary of the features and specifications of your intellistation z pro type 6221 computer. Some features are not available on all models. Note: you can use the configuration/setup utility program in your computer to determine the specific t...

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    What your intellistation z pro computer offers your computer takes advantage of advancements in data storage, memory, systems management, and network environments. Your computer includes: v multiple microprocessor capability your computer can be upgraded to a symmetric multiprocessing (smp) computer...

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    Preinstalled software in addition to the microsoft operating system, your preinstalled software includes the following programs. Some of these programs might require setup and configuration before use. V access ibm this program provides a central menu of links on your desktop where you can easily ac...

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    Important: 1. You can reinstall the device drivers and applications that come with your computer from the directories on your hard disk. For more information about recovering your computer software, see “recovering your operating system and preinstalled software” on page 86. 2. The device drivers an...

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    Updates to remote systems. When used with wake on lan, remote deployment manager can remotely turn on your computer so that the installation can be done while the computer is being used. System migration assistant system administrators can use system migration assistant (sma) to remotely transfer co...

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    V redundant ethernet capabilities (requires optional ethernet adapter) with failover support v system-error led on the front bezel and diagnostics leds on the system board v upgradeable basic input/output system (bios) and post v vital product data (vpd); includes serial number information and repla...

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    Chapter 2. Operating your computer this section provides information to help you in the day-to-day use of your computer. Controls and indicators this section identifies the controls and indicators on the front and rear of your computer. Cd-eject button cd-rom drive activity led diskette-eject button...

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    Ieee 1394 (firewire) connector (some models) this connector is used to connect ieee 1394 devices to your computer. Line-out connector (green) this connector sends stereo audio signals from the computer to external devices, such as speakers with built-in amplifiers, headphones, or the audio line-in j...

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    V when you plug in your computer for the first time, wake on lan can turn on the computer. V if your computer was previously turned on, it must be properly turned off for the wake on lan feature to turn on the computer. What you see and hear when you start your computer depends on the features that ...

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    Important: 1. After turning on your computer for the first time, you must complete the operating system setup procedure before turning off your computer; otherwise, unexpected results might occur. 2. The setup program might be slightly different from the one described in your operating-system manual...

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    Registering your computer registering your computer helps ibm provide better service to you. When ibm receives your registration information, it is placed into a central technical support database. If you need technical assistance, the technical-support representative will have information about you...

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    2. Click one of the tabs on the access ibm welcome window (for example, how do i... ). 3. Click a topic. Creating an emergency recovery-repair diskette at your earliest opportunity, create a recovery-repair diskette and store it in a safe place. In the unlikely event that your windows desktop become...

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    2. Insert the device drivers and ibm enhanced diagnostics cd into the cd-rom drive. 3. At the command prompt, switch to the cd-rom drive letter. For example, type e: (where e is the cd-rom drive letter), and press enter. 4. Change to the pcdr directory. Type, cd pcdr and press enter. 5. Type makedia...

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    If you are using a flat-panel monitor, the refresh rate does not have to be set to the highest noninterlaced refresh rate that the monitor supports. Flat-panel monitors produce flicker-free images even when they are operating at a minimum 60 hz noninterlaced rate. If you have a dual-monitor video ad...

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    You can set the chassis-intrusion detector switch inside the computer to alert the network system administrator each time the computer cover is removed. For more information about setting the chassis-intrusion alert, see chapter 3, “configuring your computer” on page 21. Component protection your co...

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    Signals that the computer hardware can understand. You can use the configuration/setup utility program to view and change the configuration and setup of your computer. System programs are stored in an electrically erasable programmable read-only module (eeprom) on the system board. This is sometimes...

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    Bios code updates to remote systems. Used with the wake on lan feature, remote deployment manager can remotely turn on your computer, so that installations can be done while the computer is not being used. Software migration assistant software migration assistant (sma) enables administrators to remo...

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    Turning off the computer when you turn off the computer and leave it connected to ac power, the computer can respond to remote requests to turn on the computer. To remove all power from the computer, you must disconnect it from the power source. Some operating systems require an orderly shutdown bef...

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    Chapter 3. Configuring your computer the following configuration programs are available to configure your computer: v configuration/setup utility program the configuration/setup utility program is part of the basic input/output system (bios) code that comes with your computer. You can use this progr...

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    Configuration/setup utility menu choices from the configuration/setup utility main menu, you can select settings that you want to change. A typical configuration/setup utility main menu is shown in the following illustration. Ibm setup - (c) copyright ibm corporation 2002 help move exit select · · ·...

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    You can use this choice also to enable or disable the integrated scsi controller with raid capabilities and ethernet (lan) controllers, and standard ports (serial, parallel, and so on). – the default setting is enabled for all the controllers you can control from this menu. If you select disabled , ...

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    V pc health status select this choice to display the computer temperature and voltage status, and fan speeds. V error logs select post error log to view the three most recent error codes and messages that the system generated during post. Select clear event/error logs from the post error log menu to...

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    Notes: 1. The integrated scsi controller with raid capabilities in your computer supports redundant array of independent disks (raid). You can use the lsi logic configuration utility program built into your computer to configure raid level 1 for a single pair of attached devices. 2. If you install a...

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    V as an installed software program see the serveraid documentation on the ibm serveraid support cd for additional information about raid technology and instructions for using serveraid manager. The installation guide for your computer also contains instructions for using serveraid manager to configu...

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    Chapter 4. Installing options this chapter provides instructions for installing or replacing options in your computer. For a list of supported options for your computer, go to http://www.Ibm.Com/pc/ on the world wide web; then, select your country and navigate to the list of options for your compute...

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    Handling static-sensitive devices attention: static electricity can damage electronic devices, including your computer. To avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static protective packages until you are ready to install them. To reduce the possibility of damage from electrostatic disch...

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    System-board option connectors the following illustration shows the system-board connectors for user-installable options. Microprocessor 1 (cpu1) microprocessor 2 (cpu2) agp pro slot pci slot 1 (pci1) pci-x slot 2 (pci2) pci-x slot 3 (pci3) pci-x slot 4 (pci4) pci-x slot 5 (pci5) dimm 1 dimm 2 dimm ...

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    System-board external connectors the following illustration shows the external input/output port connectors on the system board. Mouse keyboard usb 1/ usb 2 parallel (lpt1) serial a/ serial b (coma/ comb) ethernet audio front panel audio (j15) front panel usb (jusb3) installing options this section ...

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    Removing the side cover to remove the side cover, you might find it easier to lay the computer on its side. If you do, move the stabilizing feet so that they do not break (see “moving the stabilizing feet” on page 30). Complete the following steps to remove the side cover of the computer: 1. Review ...

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    Removing the bezel when working with some devices, such as the diskette drive, you must first remove the bezel to access the device. Complete the following steps to remove the bezel: 1. Remove the side cover (“removing the side cover” on page 31). 2. Locate the bezel-release lever; then, press the b...

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    Removing and installing the support bracket when working with some devices, such as hard disk drives, adapters, and memory modules, you must first remove the support bracket to access the device. Complete the following steps to remove the support bracket: 1. Remove the side cover (“removing the side...

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    V you can install full-length adapters in all five expansion slots; however, full-length, double-width adapters will not fit in slot 5 and are not supported. None of the expansion slots are hot-plug. V the 32-bit pci slot 1 supports 5.0 v signaling pci adapters; it does not support 3.3 v signaling a...

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    7. If there is an adapter already installed in the slot, remove it and place it on a static-protective surface. If the slot is empty, remove the expansion-slot cover. From the rear of the computer, press on the slot cover. Grasp it and pull it out of the expansion slot. Store it in a safe place for ...

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    And secure all of the adapters with expansion-slot screws. The expansion-slot screws are stored on the back of the computer next to slot 1. 14. If you have other options to install, do so now; otherwise, continue with step 15. 15. Replace the support bracket (see “removing and installing the support...

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    3. Connect the scsi-activity-indicator cable to the adapter and to the scsi-led connector (j18) on the system board. See “system-board internal connectors” on page 29 for the location of the scsi-led connector. Rear adapter retention bracket front adapter retention bracket scsi adapter scsi activity...

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    Installing internal drives depending on your computer model, you might have one or more of the following drives installed: v diskette v hard disk v cd-rom, cd-rw, or dvd/cd-rw combo internal drive bays your intellistation z pro computer comes with an ide cd-rom, cd-rw, or dvd/cd-rw combo drive in ba...

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    7. For a complete list of supported options for your computer, go to http://www.Ibm.Com/pc/ on the world wide web; then, select your country and navigate to the list of options for your computer. Preinstallation steps some of these steps are required only during the initial installation of an intern...

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    13 94 emc shield filler panel 7. Touch the static-protective package containing the drive to any unpainted metal surface on the computer; then, remove the drive from the package and place it on a static-protective surface. 8. Set any jumpers or switches on the drive according to the documentation th...

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    16. Reconnect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the attached devices and the computer. Replacing a diskette drive in bay 3 complete the following steps to replace a diskette drive in bay 3: 1. Follow the instructions in “preinstallation steps” on page 39. 2. Turn off the computer an...

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    6. Grasp the drive cage and rotate the cage out of the computer until it locks into place with the drive-cage retention tab and the open ends of the drive slots and installed drives are facing you. Ensure that the drive cage locks into place over the drive-cage retention tab by rotating the drive ca...

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    12. Push the drive cage outward, and press in on the drive-cage release tab; then, rotate the cage back into the computer. 13 94 13. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now. 14. Replace the support bracket (see “removing and installing the support bracket” on page 33). 15. Replace ...

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    V signal cables: signal cables are typically flat cables, also called ribbon cables, that connect ide, scsi, and diskette drives to the system board. Two or three types of signal cable come with your computer. – ide: the wider ide signal cable has three connectors. One of these connectors is attache...

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    With error correcting code (ecc) dimms. These dimms must be compatible with the latest pc2100 sdram registered dimm specification. For a list of supported options for your computer, go to http://www.Ibm.Com/pc/ on the world wide web; then, select your country and navigate to the list of options for ...

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    11. Insert the dimm into the connector. Firmly press the dimm straight down into the connector by applying pressure on both ends of the dimm simultaneously. The retaining clips snap into the locked position when the dimm is firmly seated in the connector. If there is a gap between the dimm and the r...

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    Installing an additional microprocessor your computer comes with one microprocessor installed on the system board. Your computer supports up to two microprocessors. With two microprocessors, your computer can operate as a symmetric multiprocessing (smp) computer. With smp, certain operating systems ...

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    Page, type addcpu in the search field and press enter. In addition, download and read the addcpu.Pdf file for instructions about adding a second microprocessor. 3. Continue with step 1 of “installing the additional microprocessor” on page 49. Installing a additional microprocessor on windows 2000: i...

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    Installing the additional microprocessor complete the following steps to install an additional microprocessor. Dimms microprocessor release lever captive screws heatsink 2 microprocessor 2 microprocessor baffle 1. Review the safety information beginning on page vii, “installation guidelines” on page...

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    Attention: 1) do not use excessive force when pressing the microprocessor into the socket. 2) make sure that the microprocessor is oriented and aligned correctly with pin number 1 in the socket before you try to close the microprocessor-release lever. The following illustration shows the alignment m...

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    14. Replace the support bracket (see “removing and installing the support bracket” on page 33). 15. Replace the side cover (see “replacing the side cover” on page 53). 16. Reconnect the external cables and power cords. Turn on the attached devices, and turn on the computer. Installing a security rop...

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    Replacing the bezel the following illustration shows how to install the bezel on the computer. 13 94 complete the following steps to replace the bezel: 1. Insert the two tabs on the bottom of the bezel into the matching holes on the computer chassis. 2. Push the top of the bezel toward the computer ...

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    Replacing the side cover if you removed the support bracket, reinstall it before you replace the side cover. See “removing and installing the support bracket” on page 33. Note: the rear adapter retaining bracket rests against the computer side cover. You might find it easier to lay the computer on i...

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    Connecting external options if you install an optional scsi adapter, or use the secondary channel on the integrated scsi controller for external devices, you can attach external scsi devices, such as a scsi storage expansion enclosure, to your computer. To use secondary channel for external scsi dev...

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    Input/output connectors connect optional external devices to the connectors on the front and rear of the computer. Your computer has the following input/output (i/o) connectors: v one audio line in (rear of computer) v two audio line out (front and rear of computer) v two audio microphone (front and...

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    Microphone there are two microphone connectors, one on the front and one on the rear of the computer. Connect a microphone to this connector to record sounds onto the hard disk or to use speech recognition software. Line in there is one line-in connector on the rear of the computer. The computer rec...

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    4-pin ieee 1394 (firewire) connector (front): 4 3 2 1 6-pin ieee 1394 (firewire) connector (rear): 1 2 3 4 5 6 keyboard connector there is one keyboard connector on the rear of the computer. Use this connector to connect a ps/2 ® (non-usb) keyboard. The following illustration shows a keyboard connec...

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    Serial connectors there are two serial connectors on the rear of the computer. Use these connectors to connect serial devices. The following illustration shows a serial connector. 1 5 6 9 ultra320 scsi connector an optional external scsi connector might be installed on the rear of the computer. Use ...

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    Optional telephony and multimedia devices. Usb 2.0 technology transfers data at up to 480 megabits per second (mbps) with a maximum of 127 external devices and a maximum signal distance of 5 meters (16 ft) per segment (if the device that is attached to the computer is a usb 2.0 device). If the compu...

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    Models with the matrox millennium g450 dvi-i video adapter come with a dvi-i to dual-analog monitor pigtail cable. Models with the wildcat4 7110 or nvidia quadro4 980xgl video adapter come with a dvi-i to vga style analog converter for each dvi-i connector. Attention: on the wildcat4 7110 video adap...

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    Chapter 5. Solving problems this section provides basic troubleshooting information to help you identify and resolve some problems that might occur. If you cannot locate and correct the problem using the information in this chapter, see appendix a, “getting help and technical assistance” on page 93 ...

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    Computer support after you register and profile, you will be able to: • diagnose problems using the ibm online assistant • participate in the ibm discussion forum • receive e-mail notifications of technical updates related to your profiled products register: profile at http://www.Ibm.Com/pc/register...

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    Power-on self-test (post) when you turn on the computer, the power-on self-test (post) performs a series of tests to check the operation of system components and some of the installed options. If post finishes without detecting any problems, the first window of your operating system or application p...

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    Table 3. Post beep codes (continued) beep code description action 2-1-1 secondary dma register test has failed. Call for service 2-1-2 primary dma register test has failed. 2-1-3 primary interrupt mask register test has failed. 2-1-4 secondary interrupt mask register test has failed. 2-2-2 keyboard ...

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    Post error messages the following table provides information about the post error messages that can appear during startup. Table 4. Post error messages post message description 062 the computer failed to boot on three consecutive attempts. All caches are disabled. Repeatedly turning the computer on ...

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    Table 4. Post error messages (continued) post message description 162 a change in device configuration occurred. This error occurs under one or more of the following conditions: v a new device has been installed. V a device has been moved to a different location or cable connection. V a device has b...

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    Table 4. Post error messages (continued) post message description 187 the vpd serial number is not set. Action: when a supported remote supervisor adapter (rsa) is installed, the system serial number is set in the vpd eeprom each time the computer is restarted. If the system board has been replaced,...

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    Table 4. Post error messages (continued) post message description 602 invalid diskette boot record action: take the following steps to correct the problem: 1. Replace the diskette. 2. If the problem remains, make sure that the diskette drive cables are correctly and securely connected. 3. If the pro...

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    Table 4. Post error messages (continued) post message description 1762 hard disk configuration error. Action: take the following steps to correct the problem: 1. Make sure that the hard disk drive is set correctly in the configuration/setup utility program. 2. Make sure that the hard disk drive cabl...

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    Table 4. Post error messages (continued) post message description 8603 an error occurred during the mouse (pointing device) controller test. The addition or removal of a mouse, or a failing system board can cause this error. Note: this error also can occur if electrical power was lost for a very bri...

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    Table 4. Post error messages (continued) post message description 00180400 a pci adapter has requested a memory address that is not available. Action: if all memory addresses are being used, you might need to remove an adapter to make memory address space available to the pci adapter. Disabling the ...

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    Table 4. Post error messages (continued) post message description i9990650 ac power has been restored. Action: no action is required. This message appears each time ac power is restored to the computer after an ac power loss. Other numbers post found an error. Action: follow the instructions on the ...

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    Ttt is the three-digit failure code for the exact test failure. (these codes are for trained service personnel and are described in the hardware maintenance manual .) iii is the three-digit device id. (these codes are for trained service personnel and are described in the hardware maintenance manual...

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    Complete the following steps to view the test log: 1. Insert the ibm enhanced diagnostics diskette or the device drivers and ibm enhanced diagnostics cd. 2. Shut down your operating system and restart the computer. 3. If a user password is set, the system prompts you for it. Type the password, and p...

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    Code function result text message action 020 pci interface failed system board call for service. 030 scsi interface failed scsi adapter in slot n failed register/counter/ power test (where n is the slot number of the failing adapter) see the information provided with the adapter for instructions. If...

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    Code function result text message action 202 microprocessor failed any failure message 1. Verify the microprocessor is installed and seated correctly. 2. If your machine does not have the latest level of bios installed, update the bios. 3. If the problem remains, call for service. 206 diskette drive...

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    Code function result text message action 302 mouse failed on system-board pointing device test failed. 1. Verify that the pointing device cable is connected to the correct port (not the keyboard port). 2. Replace the pointing device. 3. If the problem remains, call for service. 305 video monitor any...

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    If you have verified these items and the problem persists, run the diagnostic programs to obtain additional information about the failing device. If the error remains or recurs, call for service. Note: if your system does not have a scsi hard disk drive, ignore any message that indicates that the bi...

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    Cd-rom drive symptom suggested action cd-rom drive tray is not working. (the computer must be turned on.) insert the end of a straightened paper clip into the manual tray-release opening. If the problem remains, call for service. Diskette drive problems diskette drive symptom suggested action disket...

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    General problems general problem symptom suggested action problems such as broken cover locks or indicator leds not working call for service. Intermittent problems intermittent problem symptom suggested action a problem occurs only occasionally and is difficult to detect. Verify that: v all cables a...

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    Memory problems memory symptom suggested action the amount of system memory displayed is less than the amount of physical memory installed. 1. Verify that: v the memory modules are seated properly. V you have installed the correct type of memory. V if you changed the memory, you updated the memory c...

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    Monitor symptom suggested action only the cursor appears. Call for service. The monitor works when you turn on the computer but goes blank when you start some application programs. Verify that: v the application program is not setting a display mode higher than the capability of the monitor. V the p...

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    Option symptom suggested action an ibm option that used to work does not work now. 1. Verify that all of the option hardware and cable connections are secure. 2. If the option comes with its own test instructions, use those instructions to test the option. 3. If the failing option is a scsi option, ...

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    Printer problems printer symptom suggested action the printer does not work. Verify that: 1. The printer is turned on and is online. 2. The printer signal cable is connected to the correct serial or parallel port on the computer. Note: non-ibm printer cables might cause unpredictable results. 3. You...

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    Universal serial bus (usb) port problems universal serial bus (usb) port symptom suggested action a usb device does not work. Verify that: v you are not trying to use a usb device during post if you have a standard (non-usb) keyboard attached to the keyboard port. Note: if a standard (non-usb) keybo...

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    V other software works on your computer. V the software that you are using works on another computer. If you received any error messages when using the software program, see the information that comes with the software for a description of the messages and solutions to the problem. If the problem re...

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    4. Quickly press f11, and wait for the program menu. 5. Select the recovery options you want and follow the instructions on the screen. 6. When recovery is complete, exit from the program. Remove the cd from the cd-rom or dvd-rom drive, if you have not already done so. 7. Restart the computer. Recov...

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    Complete the following steps to start the ibm enhanced diagnostics diskette: 1. Turn off any attached devices and your computer. 2. Insert the ibm enhanced diagnostics diskette into the diskette drive. 3. Turn on all attached devices; then, turn on your computer. 4. Follow the instructions on the sc...

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    9. Insert the post/bios update (flash) diskette into the diskette drive. You can download a file to create this diskette from http://www.Ibm.Com/pc/support on the world wide web. For more information, see appendix a, “getting help and technical assistance” on page 93. 10. Turn on the computer and th...

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    Replacing the battery when replacing the battery, you must replace it with a lithium battery of the same type from the same manufacturer. To avoid possible danger, read and follow the information in “safety” on page vii. To order replacement batteries, call 1-800-772-2227 within the united states, a...

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    10. Connect all external cables; then, connect the power cords. 11. Turn on the computer. 12. Start the configuration/setup utility program and set configuration parameters. V set the system date and time. V set passwords if necessary. V save the configuration. Chapter 5. Solving problems 91.

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    Appendix a. Getting help and technical assistance if you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about ibm products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from ibm to assist you. This appendix contains information about where to go for additional informa...

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    You can find service information for your ibm products, including supported options, at http://www.Ibm.Com/pc/support/. If you click profile from the support page, you can create a customized support page. The support page has many sources of information and ways for you to solve problems, including...

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    Appendix b. Warranty information this section contains information about your warranty period and the service and support that are provided by your warranty. Warranty period the warranty period varies by machine type and country or region. Contact your place of purchase for warranty service informat...

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    Correctly configured. It might be necessary to manually gather information about the relevant software levels or run ibm-approved utility programs to gather this information. It might be necessary to isolate the failing system from any active production environment to gather this information. You ar...

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    To perform warranty service, international warranty service (iws) is available during the warranty period. Eligible ibm systems are identified by their four-digit machine types. You can obtain iws through the service delivery method (such as depot, carry-in, or on-site) provided in the servicing cou...

  • Page 120

    Ibm statement of limited warranty z125-4753-06 8/2000 part 1 - general terms this statement of limited warranty includes part 1 - general terms and part 2 - country-unique terms. The terms of part 2 replace or modify those of part 1. The warranties provided by ibm in this statement of limited warran...

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    During the warranty period, ibm or your reseller, if approved by ibm to provide warranty service, provides without charge certain types of repair and exchange service to keep machines in, or restore them to, conformance with their specifications. Ibm or your reseller will inform you of the available...

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    Contract or tort claim), except for any liability that cannot be waived or limited by applicable laws, ibm is liable for no more than 1. Damages for bodily injury (including death) and damage to real property and tangible personal property; and 2. The amount of any other actual direct damages, up to...

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    The ibm warranty for machines: the following paragraph is added to this section: the warranties specified in this section are in addition to any rights you may have under the trade practices act 1974 or other similar legislation and are only limited to the extent permitted by the applicable legislat...

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    1. Liability for bodily injury (including death) or damage to real property and tangible personal property will be limited to that caused by ibm’s negligence; 2. As to any other actual damage arising in any situation involving nonperformance by ibm pursuant to, or in any way related to the subject o...

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    Warranty service: if you purchase an ibm machine in austria, belgium, denmark, estonia, finland, france, germany, greece, iceland, ireland, italy, latvia, lithuania, luxembourg, netherlands, norway, portugal, spain, sweden, switzerland or united kingdom, you may obtain warranty service for that mach...

  • Page 126

    The following paragraphs are added to this section: the minimum warranty period for machines is six months. In case ibm or your reseller is unable to repair an ibm machine, you can alternatively ask for a partial refund as far as justified by the reduced value of the unrepaired machine or ask for a ...

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    The following paragraph is added at the end of this section: ibm’s entire liability and your sole remedy, whether in contract or in tort, in respect of any default shall be limited to damages. Italy limitation of liability: the following replaces the second sentence in the first paragraph: in each s...

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    Appendix c. Notices this publication was developed for products and services offered in the u.S.A. Ibm may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries. Consult your local ibm representative for information on the products and services currently availab...

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    Trademarks the following terms are trademarks of international business machines corporation in the united states, other countries, or both: active memory predictive failure analysis active pci ps/2 active pci-x serveraid alert on lan serverguide c2t interconnect serverproven chipkill techconnect et...

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    When referring to hard disk drive capacity or communications volume, mb stands for 1 000 000 bytes, and gb stands for 1 000 000 000 bytes. Total user-accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environments. Maximum internal hard disk drive capacities assume the replacement of any standard h...

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    Cet appareil numérique de la classe a est conforme à la norme nmb-003 du canada. Australia and new zealand class a statement attention: this is a class a product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. Uni...

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    Japanese voluntary control council for interference (vcci) statement power cords for your safety, ibm provides a power cord with a grounded attachment plug to use with this ibm product. To avoid electrical shock, always use the power cord and plug with a properly grounded outlet. Ibm power cords use...

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    Ibm power cord part number used in these countries and regions 14f0033 antigua, bahrain, brunei, channel islands, china (hong kong s.A.R.), cyprus, dubai, fiji, ghana, india, iraq, ireland, kenya, kuwait, malawi, malaysia, malta, nepal, nigeria, polynesia, qatar, sierra leone, singapore, tanzania, u...

  • Page 135: Index

    Index a accelerated graphics port (agp) 16 access ibm 13 acoustical noise emissions 3 adapter considerations 33 full length 34 installing 33, 34 pci 33 pci bus 34 pci bus, identification 34 scsi 36 advanced setup 23 audio connectors 16, 55 controller 16 features 16 auxiliary device connector pin-ass...

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    Controller, scsi 36 cooling 3, 27 core chipset control 23 cover installing 53 removing 31 replacing 53 d data protection smart hard disk drive 17 virus protection 17 data rate, ethernet 26 device drivers recovering 87 device drivers and ibm diagnostics cd 87 diagnostic error code format 72 error mes...

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    Install bezel 52 installation guidelines 27 installation order, memory modules 45 installing adapters 34 battery 90 cover 53 drive in bay 3 41 drive in bays 2 or 4 39 drives in bays 5, 6, and 7 41 drives in bays 5, 6, or 7 41 internal drives 38 memory modules 44 microprocessor 47 options 27 other op...

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    Post beep codes 63 post error messages 65 power cords 111 power problems 83 power supply specifications 3 power-control button 10 power-control button shield 10 power-on led 10 printer problem 84 problems cd-rom drive 78 diskette drive 79 expansion enclosure 79 hardware 61 intermittent 80 keyboard 8...

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    System board (continued) error leds 85 system error led 10 system management 4 capabilities 4 lanclient control manager (lccm) 18 system migration assistant (sma) 19 wake on lan 18, 19 system migration assistant (sma) 19 system programs updating 17 system reliability 27 t tape drive, installing 38 t...

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    Ibm part number: 02r3035 printed in the united states of america. 2r335.