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    Ibm xseries 366 type 8863 problem determination and service guide.

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    Ibm xseries 366 type 8863 problem determination and service guide.

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    Note: before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in appendix b, “notices,” on page 145. Eighth edition (june 2006) © copyright international business machines corporation 2005. All rights reserved. Us government users restricted rights – use, duplication ...

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    Contents safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vii guidelines for trained service technicians . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viii inspecting for unsafe conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viii guidelines for servicing electrical equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vi...

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    Diagnostic programs, messages, and error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 real-time diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 running the on-board diagnostic programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 diagnostic text messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 viewing the test log ...

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    Before you call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 using the documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 getting help and information from the world wide web . . . . . . . . . 144 software service and support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 hardware service...

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    Vi ibm xseries 366 type 8863: problem determination and service 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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    Guidelines for trained service technicians this section contains information for trained service technicians. Inspecting for unsafe conditions use the information in this section to help you identify potential unsafe conditions in an ibm product that you are working on. Each ibm product, as it was d...

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    V do not touch the reflective surface of a dental mirror to a live electrical circuit. The surface is conductive and can cause personal injury or equipment damage if it touches a live electrical circuit. V some rubber floor mats contain small conductive fibers to decrease electrostatic discharge. Do...

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    Safety statements important: each caution and danger statement in this documentation begins with a number. This number is used to cross reference an english-language caution or danger statement with translated versions of the caution or danger statement in the safety information document. For exampl...

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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 ...

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    Statement 2: caution: when replacing the lithium battery, use only ibm part number 33f8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer. The battery con...

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    Statement 4: ≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb) caution: use safe practices when lifting. Statement 5: caution: the power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might hav...

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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 prob...

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    Chapter 1. Introduction the ibm ® xseries ® 366 server is a 3-u-high 1 rack model server for high-volume network transaction processing. This high-performance, symmetric multiprocessing (smp) server is ideally suited for networking environments that require superior microprocessor performance, input...

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    1. Go to http://www.Ibm.Com/support/. 2. In the browse by topic section, click publications. 3. On the publications page, in the brand field, select servers. 4. In the family field, select xseries 366. 5. Click continue. Notices and statements used in this document the caution and danger statements ...

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    Features and specifications the following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the server. Depending on the server model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply. Table 1. Features and specifications microprocessor: v intel ® xeon ™ v 1 ...

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    Server controls, leds, and connectors this section describes the controls, light-emitting diodes (leds), and connectors on the front and rear of the server. Front view the following illustration shows the controls, leds, and connectors on the front of the server. Operator information panel dvd drive...

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    This led and leds on the light path diagnostics panel remain lit until you resolve the condition. If the only condition is that the bmc log is full or almost full, clear the bmc log or the system-event log through the configuration/setup utility program to turn off the lit leds. See the user’s guide...

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    Rear view the following illustration shows the connectors and leds on the rear of the server. Power-supply connector: connect the power cord to this connector. Video connector: connect a monitor to this connector. Usb 1 connector: connect a usb device to this connector. Sp ethernet 10/100 connector:...

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    Ixa rs485 connector: use this connector to connect to an iseries server when an integrated xseries adapter (ixa) is installed. The cable for this connection comes with the server. The optional integrated xseries adapter (ixa) cab be installed only in slot 2. You must move jumpers j35 and j40 on the ...

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    System-board layouts the following illustrations show the connectors, leds, and jumpers on the memory card, microprocessor board, pci-x board, sas backplane, and i/o board. The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware. I/o board internal connectors and jumpers the foll...

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    Memory-card connectors the following illustration shows the connectors on the memory card. Dimm 1 dimm 2 dimm 3 dimm 4 memory-card leds the following illustration shows the leds on the memory card. Dimm 1 error led dimm 2 error led dimm 3 error led dimm 4 error led light path diagnostics button ligh...

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    Microprocessor-board connectors and leds the following illustration shows the connectors and leds on the microprocessor board. Microprocessor 4 vrm connector microprocessor 3 vrm connector microprocessor card error led microprocessor 4 socket microprocessor 3 socket microprocessor 3 error led vrm 3 ...

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    Pci-x board leds the following illustration shows the leds on the pci-x board. Pci attention leds pci power leds power good led sas-backplane connectors the following illustration shows the connectors on the sas backplane. Front of sas backplane back of sas backplane sas hard disk drive connectors s...

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    Chapter 2. Diagnostics this chapter provides basic troubleshooting information to help you solve some common problems that might occur with the server. If you cannot locate and correct the problem using the information in this chapter, see appendix a, “getting help and technical assistance,” on page...

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    Post beep codes a beep code is a combination of short or long beeps or a series of short beeps separated by pauses. For example, a “1-2-3” beep code is one beep, a pause, two beeps, a pause, and three beeps. When post is completed, one beep is emitted to indicate that the server is working correctly...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V the bmc log is limited in size and is designed so that when the log is full, new entries will not overwrite existing entries; therefore, you must periodically clear the bmc log from the configuration/setup utility program (the menu choices are described in the user’s guide). V when troubleshooting...

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    1. Turn on the server. 2. When the prompt press f1 for configuration/setup appears, press f1. If you have set both a power-on password and an administrator password, you must type the administrator password to view the error logs. 3. Use one of the following procedures: v to view the post error log,...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    Checkout procedure the checkout procedure is the sequence of tasks that you should follow to diagnose a problem in the server. About the checkout procedure before performing the checkout procedure for diagnosing hardware problems, review the following information: v read the safety information begin...

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    004 v turn off the server and all external devices. V check all cables and power cords. V set all display controls to the middle positions. V turn on all external devices. V turn on the server. V check the operator information panel system-error led; if it is flashing, check the light path diagnosti...

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    1. Check the light path diagnostics leds on the operator information panel (see “light path diagnostics” on page 48). 2. Remove the software or device that you just added. 3. Run the diagnostic tests to determine whether the server is running correctly. 4. Reinstall the new software or new device. C...

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    General problems v follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceabl...

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    Keyboard, mouse, or pointing-device problems v follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which com...

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    Usb keyboard, mouse, or pointing-device problems v follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which...

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    Memory problems v follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable...

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    Microprocessor problems v follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field rep...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    Optional-device problems v follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field re...

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    Power problems v follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    Serverguide problems v follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replac...

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    Universal serial bus (usb) port problems v follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which compone...

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    Many errors are first indicated by a lit information led or system-error led on the operator information panel on the front of the server. If one or both of these leds are lit, one or more leds elsewhere in the server might also be lit and can direct you to the source of the error. Note: read the sa...

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    Diagnostics panel. This information and the information in “light path diagnostic leds” on page 51 can often provide enough information to correct the error. 3. Remove the server cover and look inside the server for lit leds. Certain components inside the server have leds that will be lit to indicat...

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    Light path diagnostic leds the following tables describe the leds on the light path diagnostics panel and on the boards inside the server and suggested actions to correct the detected problems. V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the proble...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V one microprocessor v two 1 gb dimms on the memory card v one power supply v power backplane v power cord v i/o board v pci-x board assembly ac dc power supply 1 (ps1) dc power led (green) ac power led (green) ac dc 56 ibm xseries 366 type 8863: problem determination and service guide.

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    Real-time diagnostics real-time diagnostics can help you diagnose certain devices on xseries servers while the operating system is running. Using these diagnostic actions, you can prevent and minimize server downtime. For more information and to download the real-time diagnostics, go to the followin...

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    If the diagnostic programs do not detect any hardware errors but the problem remains during normal server operations, a software error might be the cause. If you suspect a software problem, see the information that comes with your software. Diagnostic text messages diagnostic text messages are displ...

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    000 the server passed the test. Do not replace a cru or fru. 195 the esc key was pressed to end the test. Do not replace a cru or fru. 197 this is a warning error, but it does not indicate a hardware failure; do not replace a cru or fru. Take the action indicated in the “action” column but do not re...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    3. Restart the server. In the event that the above sequence fails, the server might not restart correctly or might not display video. Complete the following steps to force a manual restore operation: 1. Read the safety information beginning on page vii and “handling static-sensitive devices” on page...

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    - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - date/time: 2002/05/07 15:52:03 dmi type: source: servproc error code: system complex powered up error code: error data: error data: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - the following table describe...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    V follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the action column until the problem is solved. V see chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (cru) and which components are field replaceable units (fru). V ...

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    Solving scsi problems note: this section also applies to serial attached scsi (sas) problems. For any scsi error message, one or more of the following devices might be causing the problem: v a failing scsi device (adapter, drive, or controller) v an incorrect scsi termination jumper setting v duplic...

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    Solving ethernet controller problems the method that you use to test the ethernet controller depends on which operating system you are using. Check the operating-system documentation for information about ethernet controllers, and see the ethernet controller device driver readme file. Make sure that...

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    Solving undetermined problems use the information in this section if the diagnostic tests did not diagnose the failure or if the server is inoperative. If you suspect that a software problem is causing failures (continuous or intermittent), see “software problems” on page 47. Damaged data in cmos me...

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    If the problem is solved when you remove an adapter from the server but the problem recurs when you reinstall the same adapter, suspect the adapter; if the problem recurs when you replace the adapter with a different one, suspect the pci-x board. If you suspect a networking problem and the server pa...

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    Chapter 3. Parts listing, type 8863 the following parts information is for the xseries 366, type 8863. To check for an updated parts listing on the web, complete the following steps: 1. Go to http://www.Ibm.Com/support/ 2. Under search technical support, type 8863 and click search. 3. Under document...

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    Server replaceable units notes: 1. Field replaceable units (frus) must be serviced only by trained service technicians. 2. Customer replaceable units (crus) can be replaced by the customer. Tier 1 crus and tier 2 crus are described in the ibm “statement of limited warranty” (at “part 3 - warranty in...

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    Table 3. Parts listing, type 8863 (continued) index description cru no. (tier 1) cru no. (tier 2) fru no. 18 hard disk drive, 36 gb (optional) 39r7364 18 hard disk drive, 73 gb (optional) 39r7366 19 air baffle (all models) 01r1479 20 memory, 1 gb pc3200 ecc (all models) 39m5808 20 memory, 2 gb pc320...

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    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 used in the united states and canada are listed by underwriter’s laborat...

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    Ibm power cord part number used in these countries and regions 14f0033 abu dhabi, bahrain, botswana, brunei darussalam, channel islands, china (hong kong s.A.R.), cyprus, dominica, gambia, ghana, grenada, iraq, ireland, jordan, kenya, kuwait, liberia, malawi, malaysia, malta, myanmar (burma), nigeri...

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    Chapter 4. Removing and replacing server components this chapter describes how to remove and replace certain server components. See chapter 3, “parts listing, type 8863,” on page 93 to determine whether the component that is being replaced is a tier 1 or tier 2 customer-replaceable unit (cru), or a ...

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    V for a list of supported options for the server, see http://www.Ibm.Com/us/ compact/. System reliability guidelines to help ensure proper cooling and system reliability, make sure that: v each of the drive bays has a drive or a filler panel and electromagnetic compatibility (emc) shield installed i...

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    V limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around you. V the use of a grounding system is recommended. For example, wear an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap, if one is available. Always use an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system when working...

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    4. Lift the cover-release latch. The cover slides to the rear approximately 13 mm (0.5 inch). Lift the cover off the server. Attention: for proper cooling and airflow, replace the top cover before turning on the server. Operating the server for more than 2 minutes with the top cover removed might da...

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    3. Remove the server cover. 4. Remove the 2 sas signal cables from the i/o board. 5. Remove the battery: a. Use one finger to press the top of the battery clip away from the battery. B. Lift and remove the battery from the socket. 6. Insert the new battery: a. Position the battery so that the positi...

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    Dvd drive to remove the dvd drive, complete the following steps. Retention latch 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii, and “handling static-sensitive devices” on page 100. 2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and all external cables necessar...

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    Hot-swap fan 1 hot-swap fan 5 hot-swap fan 6 hot-swap fan 7 hot-swap fan 8 fan error led hot-swap fan 2 hot-swap fan 3 hot-swap fan 4 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii, and “handling static-sensitive devices” on page 100. Attention: static electricity that is released to interna...

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    Hot-swap power supply if you install or remove a hot-swap power supply, observe the following precautions: 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 ...

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    Ac dc ac dc locking handle (open) locking latch power supply 2 (ps2) power supply 1 (ps1) dc power led (green) ac power led (green) ac dc 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii, and “handling static-sensitive devices” on page 100. Attention: static electricity that is released to int...

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    4. Make sure that the ac power led on the top of the power supply is lit, indicating that the power supply is operating correctly. If the server is turned on, make sure that the dc power led on the top of the power supply is lit also. 5. Replace the top cover. Memory module the following notes descr...

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    Table 5. Memory card installation sequence for cost-sensitive configuration (continued) memory card order memory card dimm pair second 3 1 and 3 2 and 4 third 2 1 and 3 2 and 4 fourth 4 1 and 3 2 and 4 table 6. Memory card installation sequence for memory-mirrored configuration memory card order mem...

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    Active memory active memory is an ibm technology that improves the reliability of the dimms through memory mirroring, memory scrubbing, and memory protexion ™ features. The following notes describe the active memory features: v memory mirroring enables you to improve the reliability of the memory in...

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    V memory protexion reassigns memory bits to new locations within memory when recoverable errors have been detected. When a recoverable error is found by memory scrubbing, the memory protexion feature writes the data that was to be stored in the damaged memory locations to spare memory locations with...

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    2. Remove the cover from the server (see “removing the cover and bezel” on page 101). 3. Make sure the memory hot-swap enabled led is lit on the top of the memory card to be replaced. If the led is not lit, enable memory mirroring (see “active memory” on page 110). 4. Prepare the new memory card to ...

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    Ac dc 3. Remove the memory card. A. Open the memory card retention levers ( 1 and 2) on the top of the memory card. B. While holding the retention levers open, lift the memory card out of the server. 4. Place a memory card on a flat, static protected surface with the dimm connectors facing up. Atten...

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    Dimm retaining clip 8. Insert the dimm into the connector by aligning the edges of the dimm with the slots at the ends of the dimm connector. 9. Firmly press one end of the dimm into the connector; then, press the other end into the connector. The retaining clips snap into the locked position when t...

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    Ac dc 3. Remove the memory card. A. Open the memory card retention levers ( 1 and 2) on the top of the memory card. B. While holding the retention levers open, lift the memory card out of the server. 4. Place a memory card on a flat, static protected surface with the dimm connectors facing up. Atten...

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    Dimm retaining clip 8. Insert the dimm into the connector by aligning the edges of the dimm with the slots at the ends of the dimm connector. 9. Firmly press one end of the dimm into the connector; then, press the other end into the connector. The retaining clips snap into the locked position when t...

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    5. Touch the static-protective package that contains the dimm to any unpainted metal surface on the outside of the server. Then, remove the dimm from the package. 6. Turn the dimm so that the dimm keys align correctly with the slot. Dimm retaining clip 7. Insert the dimm into the connector by aligni...

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    Tier 2 cru information you may install a tier 2 cru yourself or request ibm to install it, at no additional charge, under the type of warranty service that is designated for your server. Operator information panel assembly to remove the operator information panel assembly, complete the following ste...

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    2. Connect the light path diagnostics ribbon cable and front usb cable to the i/o board. 3. Slide the front-panel assembly into the server until the blue tab on the chassis engages. 4. Replace the bezel and top cover. 5. Reconnect external cables and power cords. I/o board when replacing the i/o boa...

  • Page 136

    5. Note where each cable is connected, and then disconnect all cables from the i/o board and remove the assembly from the server. To install an i/o board, complete the following steps: 1. Connect all cables to the internal connectors on the i/o board. 2. Align the board with the card guides and inse...

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    8. Lift the guide out of the server. To install a pci-x adapter guide, complete the following steps: 1. Align the two tabs on the pci-x adapter guide with the two slots on the chassis. 2. Set the guide firmly into place and turn the quarter-turn fasteners to secure the guide. 3. Reconnect the cables...

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    6. Pull the two blue latches ( 1) on the power-supply structure toward the front of the server; the structure will disengage from the chassis. 7. Grasp the handle in the middle of the structure and rotate the structure up ( 2), allowing the structure to pivot at the chassis front. 8. Lift the struct...

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    5. Note where the sas cables are connected, and then disconnect the 2 sas cables from the sas backplane. 6. Squeeze the two blue release tabs. 7. Lift the sas backplane out of the server slightly; then, disconnect the power cable and remove the backplane. To install a sas backplane, complete the fol...

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    3. Connect the light path diagnostics ribbon cable to the i/o board. 4. Replace the bezel and top cover. 5. Reconnect the external cables and power cords. Microprocessor tray and microprocessor the following sections describe how to replace the microprocessor tray and a microprocessor. The following...

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    Heat sink microprocessor microprocessor baffle vrm 4 fr ont air baffle fr ont fr ont fr ont 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii, and “handling static-sensitive devices” on page 100. 2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and all external cabl...

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    To install a microprocessor tray and a microprocessor, complete the following steps: 1. Lift the microprocessor-release lever to the fully open position (approximately 135° angle). Lever closed lever fully open attention: to avoid bending the pins on the microprocessor, do not use excessive force wh...

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    9. Install the air baffle in the microprocessor tray. 10. Install the microprocessor tray in the server: a. Make sure that the microprocessor-tray release latch is open; then, push the microprocessor tray into the server. B. Close the tray levers and make sure they are securely latched. C. Close the...

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    Pci-x board assembly complete the following steps to remove a pci-x board assembly. Ac d c handle retainer screws 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii, and “handling static-sensitive devices” on page 100. 2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords...

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    14. Slide the pci-x board assembly toward the front of the server and grasp the blue handle to pull the assembly out of the server. To install a pci-x board assembly, complete the following steps: 1. Grasp the blue handle on the pci-x board assembly and place the assembly in the chassis. Slide the a...

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    Note: you might find it helpful to note where each adapter is installed before removing the adapters. 5. Disconnect the pci-x switch card ribbon cable from the card. 6. Lift the release latches and slide the card away from the chassis; then, remove the card from the server. To install a pci-x switch...

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    8. Remove the screws that secure the power backplane to the chassis and lift the power backplane out of the server. To install a power backplane, complete the following steps: 1. Align the power backplane in the server and secure the power backplane with screws. 2. Install the power-supply structure...

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    Chapter 5. Configuration information and instructions this chapter provides information about updating the firmware and using the configuration utilities. Updating the firmware the firmware in your server is periodically updated and is available for download on the web. Go to http://www.Ibm.Com/supp...

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    This section contains basic information about these programs. For detailed information about these programs, see “configuring the server” in the user’s guide on the ibm xseries documentation cd. Using the serverguide setup and installation cd the serverguide setup and installation cd provides progra...

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    Configuration/setup utility menu choices the following choices are on the configuration/setup utility main menu. Depending on the version of the bios code in the server, some menu choices might differ slightly from these descriptions. V system summary select this choice to view configuration informa...

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    This choice is on the full configuration/setup utility menu only. – power-on password select this choice to set or change a power-on password. See “power-on password” on page 138 for more information. – administrator password attention: if you set an administrator password and then forget it, there ...

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    – memory settings select this choice to manually enable a pair of memory connectors. If a memory error is detected during post or memory configuration, the server automatically disables the failing pair of memory connectors and continues operating with reduced memory. After the problem is corrected,...

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    V restore settings select this choice to cancel the changes you have made in the settings and restore the previous settings. V load default settings select this choice to cancel the changes you have made in the settings and restore the factory settings. V exit setup select this choice to exit from t...

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    Attention: before changing any switch settings or moving any jumpers, turn off the server; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables. See the safety information beginning on page vii. Do not change settings or move jumpers on any system-board switch or jumper blocks that are not shown in ...

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    Record/field replaceable unit (sdr/fru) update. The firmware update utility program updates the baseboard management controller firmware or sensor data only and does not affect any device drivers. Go to http://www.Ibm.Com/support/ to download the utility program; then, copy the flash.Exe file to a f...

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    To press ctrl+s after the prompt appears. If the prompt does not appear, use the configuration/setup utility program to enable the ethernet pxe/dhcp option. 3. Use the arrow keys and press enter to select a choice from the menu. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to change the settings of the ...

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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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    Getting help and information from the world wide web on the world wide web, the ibm web site has up-to-date information about ibm eserver and intellistation products, services, and support. The address for ibm xseries and bladecenter information is http://www.Ibm.Com/eserver/xseries/. The address fo...

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    Appendix b. Notices this information 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 bladecenter serverproven c2t interconnect techconnect...

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    Cd-rom drive speeds list the variable read rate. Actual speeds vary and are often less than the maximum possible. When referring to processor storage, real and virtual storage, or channel volume, kb stands for approximately 1000 bytes, mb stands for approximately 1 000 000 bytes, and gb stands for a...

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    And battery packs from ibm equipment. For information on proper disposal of these batteries, contact ibm at 1-800-426-4333. Have the ibm part number listed on the battery available prior to your call. In the netherlands, the following applies. For taiwan: please recycle batteries. 148 ibm xseries 36...

  • Page 165: Index

    Index a ac good led 57 active memory 110 active memory 110 administrator password 139 assertion event, bmc log 19 attention notices 2 b baseboard management controller, configuring 139 battery, replacing 102 bays 3 beep code errors 14 bezel removing 101 bios update failure recovery 76 bmc error log ...

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    Error led (continued) system 5 error logs 18 bmc 19 post 18 system error 19 viewing 19 error symptoms cd-rom drive, dvd-rom drive 36 general 37 hard disk drive 37 intermittent 37 keyboard, non-usb 38 keyboard, usb 39 memory 40 microprocessor 41 monitor 41 mouse, non-usb 38 mouse, usb 39 optional dev...

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    Led (continued) gigabit ethernet 1 activity 7 gigabit ethernet 1 link 7 gigabit ethernet 2 activity 7 gigabit ethernet 2 link 7 hard disk drive activity 4, 5 hard disk drive status 4 i/o board error 7 locator 5 memory hot-swap enabled 109 memory port power 109 power-on 5 remote supervisor adapter ii...

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    Power-control (continued) button shield 4 power-on led 5 power-on password 138 power-supply structure, replacing 121 preboot execution environment boot agent utility program 140 problem isolation tables 35 problems cd-rom, dvd-rom drive 36 ethernet controller 90 hard disk drive 37 intermittent 37 ke...

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    V video connector 6 vrm led 52 w web site 1 weight 3 world wide web 1 index 153.

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    Part number: 31r1508 printed in usa (1p) p/n: 31r1508.