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  • Page 1 ® ® Netfinity 7100 User’s Reference SC19-K081-10...
  • Page 3 ® ® Netfinity 7100 User’s Reference SC19-K081-10...
  • Page 4 © COPYRIGHT INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION, 2000. All rights reserved. Note to U.S. Government Users — Documentation related to restricted rights — Use, duplication or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 6.Installing options ... 59 Netfinity Manager for OS/2 system requirements . 28 Major components of the Netfinity 7100 ... . 59 Netfinity Manager for Windows 95 and Windows 98 Component locations .
  • Page 6 Serial-port connectors ..... 101 IBM Statement of Limited Warranty for United States, Universal Serial Bus ports..... 101 Puerto Rico, and Canada (Part 1 - General Terms) 167 USB cables and hubs .
  • Page 7 Index ......183 Contents...
  • Page 8 IBM Netfinity 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 9: Safety

    Avant de procéder à l'installation de ce produit, lisez le manuel Safety Information. Vor Beginn der Installation die Broschüre mit Sicherheitshinweisen lesen. Przed zainstalowaniem tego produktu należy przeczytać broszurę Informacje Dotyczące Bezpieczeństwa. Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere l'opuscolo contenente le informazioni sulla sicurezza. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000...
  • Page 10 Preden namestite ta izdelek, preberite knjižico Varnostne informacije. Antes de instalar este producto, lea la Información de Seguridad. Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. Installálás el tt olvassa el a Biztonsági el írások kézikönyvét ! viii IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 11 Statement 1 Danger Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: • Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. • Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet.
  • Page 12 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.
  • Page 13 Statement 4 ≥ 18 kg (37 lbs) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lbs) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting.
  • Page 14 The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1.Introducing The Ibm Netfinity

    Your Netfinity 7100 server comes with a three-year limited warranty and 90-Day IBM Start Up Support. If you have access to the World Wide Web, you can obtain up-to-...

  • Page 16: Server Specifications

    Sound pressure, operating: (kVA) approximately: 48 dBa maximum • S3 video controller — Minimum: 0.08 kVA • Compatible with SVGA and VGA — Maximum: 0.52 kVA • 4 MB video memory Table 1. Features and specifications IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 17: Notices Used In This Book

    The Netfinity Advanced System Management Processor is sometimes referred to as the service processor. Refer to “Chapter 5. Using Netfinity Manager,” on page 27 and the Advanced System Management topic for more information. Chapter 1. Introducing the IBM Netfinity 7100...

  • Page 18: Reliability, Availability, And Serviceability

    • Hot-swap power supply • Hot-swap cooling • Redundant Ethernet capabilities (with optional adapter) • Vital Product Data (VPD) on processors, processor board, I/O board, power supplies, hard disk drive backplane, power backplane, and VRMs. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 19: Controls And Indicators

    Power control button: Press this button to manually turn on or off the server. 1.Service availability will vary by country. Response time will vary depending on the number and nature of incoming calls. Chapter 1. Introducing the IBM Netfinity 7100...
  • Page 20 You can use this feature if the operating system stalls. — You can disconnect the server power cords from the electrical outlets to shut off all power to the server. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 21: Information Led Panel

    System error light: This amber light is on when a system error occurs. A light on the diagnostics LED panel will also be on to further isolate the error. (For more information, see “Diagnostic panel LEDs” on page 134.) Chapter 1. Introducing the IBM Netfinity 7100...
  • Page 22 Ethernet-link status light: When this green light is on, there is an active connection on the Ethernet port. Ethernet speed 100 Mbps: When this green light is on, the Ethernet speed is 100 Mbps. When the light is off, the Ethernet speed is 10 Mbps. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2.Arranging Your Workspace

    Place the server and monitor so that nothing blocks the air vents; usually, 15 cm (6 inches) of air space is sufficient. Also, make sure that the vented air is not blowing on someone else. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000...

  • Page 24: Electrical Outlets And Cable Lengths

    • Keep power cords and cables neatly routed away from walkways and other areas where they might get kicked accidentally. For more information about power cords, see “Power cords” on page 180. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 25: Chapter 3.Configuring Your Server

    • ServerGuide CDs The ServerGuide CDs include software setup and installation tools specifically designed for IBM Netfinity servers. You can use these CDs during the initial instal- lation of your server to configure the server hardware and simplify your network operating system installation.

  • Page 26: Menu

    Choices available from the Configuration/Setup main menu From the Configuration/Setup Utility main menu, you can select settings that you want to change. The Configuration/Setup Utility main menu is similar to the following: IBM Netfinity Setup - © IBM Corporation 1998 Configuration/Setup Utility •...
  • Page 27 — System Card Data Select this choice to view vital product data (VPD) for some server compo- nents. • Devices and I/O Ports Select this choice to view or change the assignments for devices and input/output ports. This choice appears only on the full Configuration/Setup Utility main menu. •...
  • Page 28 — Core Chipset Control Select this choice to modify settings that control features of the core chip set. Attention: Do not make changes here unless directed to do so by an IBM authorized service representative. — Cache Control Select this choice to enable or disable the microprocessor cache.

  • Page 29: Using Passwords

    – If the on-board SCSI controller is disabled and no other controller and mass storage device are installed, operating system startup cannot occur. – If the video controller is disabled and no video adapter is installed, the server will have no video capability. However, turning the server off and on three times without completing POSTresults in a default startup that enables video again.

  • Page 30: Administrator Password

    Attention: If an administrator password is set and then forgotten, it cannot be overrid- den or removed. You must replace the processor board. The following table provides a summary of the password features. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 31: Using The Scsiselect Utility Program

    Type of password Results Power-on password • Enter the password to complete the system startup. • All choices are available on the Configuration/Setup Utility main menu. Administrator • No password is required to start the system. password • Enter the password to access the Configuration/Setup Utility program.

  • Page 32: Choices Available From The Scsiselect Menu

    Select this choice to perform a low-level format on a hard disk drive. Depending on the hard disk drive capacity, the Low-Level Format program could take up to two hours. Use the Low-Level Format program: — When you are installing software that requires a low-level format IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 33 — When you get recurring messages from the diagnostic tests directing you to run the Low-Level Format program on the hard disk drive — As a last resort before replacing a failing hard disk drive Note: If your server has a PCI RAID adapter installed, refer to the RAID adapter documentation for instructions for performing low-level formats on hard disk drives attached to the adapter.
  • Page 34 IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 35: Chapter 4.Using The Serverguide Cds

    Chapter 4. Using the ServerGuide CDs The ServerGuide CDs include easy-to-use server software setup and installation tools, specifically designed for IBM Netfinity servers. The ServerGuide Netfinity Setup and Installation program detects the server model and hardware options installed and uses the information during setup to configure hardware. You can simplify Network operating system (NOS) installations because ServerGuide provides updated device drivers, and in some cases, installs them automatically.

  • Page 36: Features At A Glance

    Search function helps locate run server-specific utility service is available; visit: diskettes by title or www.ibm.com/pc/techconnect programs after setup. keywords. • Detects installed hardware options and provides updated device drivers for most adapters and devices. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 37: Setup And Configuration Overview

    NOS. See the documentation that comes with the adapter. 2. Diagnostics for your server are either in Read-Only Memory (ROM), or on a separate diagnostics CD that comes with your server. Looking for a list of compatible adapters? Visit the IBM ServerProven Web site at: http://www.pc.ibm.com/compat System Partition S y s t e m P a r t i t i o n ServerGuide creates a system partition on the default drive.

  • Page 38: Network Operating System (Nos) Installation Overview

    ServerGuide to install your NOS, do the following: Download the latest NOS installation instructions and device drivers from the World Wide Web at: http://www.pc.ibm.com/support 1. Select Servers. 2. From the Family field, select your server model. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 39: Additional Programs Included With Serverguide

    Network operating system (NOS) installation 3. To download NOS installation instructions, click Software information. The information appears on the window. Additional programs included with ServerGuide As a convenience, ServerGuide comes with additional software to assist you with the server installation. NOS updates ServerGuide includes selected NOS updates that are provided by NOS software developers.
  • Page 40 Be sure you have the Adobe reader installed (available from the publications TechConnect CD). from TechConnect CD, or text is unreadable. Diskette Factory Action Get "time out" or Be sure you have access to the Internet through FTP directly. "Unknown host" errors IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 41: Chapter 5.Using Netfinity Manager

    Manager for Web, you can access your Netfinity Manager systems from anywhere in the world. Managing your IBM Netfinity server with Netfinity Manager The copy of Netfinity Manager that is included with ServerGuide entitles you to one Netfinity Manager installation. You are also entitled to additional installations of Client Services for Netfinity Manager.

  • Page 42: Netfinity Manager Documentation

    • A LAN adapter card and one or more of the following communications protocols: — IBM TCP/IP for OS/2 version 1.2 or later (required for Netfinity Manager with Web Enhancement) — NetBIOS Note: The Netfinity Manager NetBIOS requirements are three names, two sessions, and nine network control blocks (NCBs).

  • Page 43: Netfinity Manager For Windows 95 And Windows 98

    Netfinity Manager for Windows 95 and Windows 98 system requirements The minimum system requirements for Netfinity Manager for Windows 95 are: • Microsoft Windows 95 or later • Approximately 17 MB–20 MB of hard disk space (space required depends on system configuration) •...

  • Page 44: Starting The Netfinity Manager Installation Program

    Type SCOS2 and then press Enter. The ServerGuide Netfinity Applications windows opens. c. Select IBM Netfinity Manager from the Available Applications selection list. To install Client Services for Netfinity Manager, select Client Note: Services for Netfinity Manager from the Available Applications list and then refer to the Client Services for Netfinity Manager User’s Guide for additional installation instructions.
  • Page 45 CD-ROM drive in the Command Line field and then click OK. The ServerGuide Netfinity Applications windows opens. d. Select IBM Netfinity Manager from the Available Applications selection list. Note: To install Client Services for Netfinity Manager, select Client...
  • Page 46 Click Advanced System Management Support to install the Advanced System Management service on this system. Use this service to monitor and manage IBM Advanced System Management processors and adapters. Important: If you install Advanced System Management support an enhanced version of the Serial Connection Control service, named Dynamic Connection Manager, will be installed instead of Serial Connection Control.
  • Page 47 • File Transfer • Power On Error Detect • Predictive Failure Analysis® (requires PFA-enabled hard disk drive) • Process Manager • RAID Manager (requires RAID adapter) • Remote Session • Remote System Manager • Remote Workstation Control • Screen View •...
  • Page 48 This name can be up to 32 characters long, and must be unique to the system. If this name is not unique, it can prevent remote Netfinity Manager users from using the Serial Connection Control service to access the system. c. Enable the Network Driver. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 49 8.24.67.32) to communicate with remote systems and will not attempt to resolve the numeric address into an alphanumeric, Domain Name Server (DNS) address (for example, your.system.ibm.com). Select this option if you are using Netfinity Manager is a WINS networking environment or if you are using TCP/IP in an environment that does not have a Domain Name Server.

  • Page 50: Netfinity Manager Database Support

    Netfinity Manager, data can be exported from these Netfinity Manager services: • Alert Manager • Software Inventory • System Information Tool • System Profile • System Monitor Information on how to install and configure support for database export follows. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 51: Db2 Database Support

    • If support for DB2 database export is being installed, see “DB2 database support”. • If support for Lotus Notes database export is being installed, see “Lotus Notes database support” on page 41. • If support for ODBC database export is being installed, see “ODBC database support”...

  • Page 52: Activating The Database

    1. Start a DB2 command window. Notes: a. If it is not already running, start the DB2 database manager. b. If you are not connected to the DB2 Netfinity database, connect to the database now. 2. Type the following command: IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 53 DB2 GRANT ON TABLE privilegecode tablename userid where • privilegecode is one of the following privilege codes: — ALL — ALL PRIVILEGES Note: Grants all the appropriate privileges, except CONTROL, on the database. — ALTER — CONTROL — DELETE — INDEX —...

  • Page 54: Deleting The Database

    3. Make the CD-ROM drive the active drive. Type E: and press Enter. 4. Type the following command at the OS/2 prompt: NETFINDB DELETE /DBNAME= databasename where databasename is the name of the database as specified during NETFINDB execution. 5. Press Enter. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 55: Lotus Notes Database Support

    To configure Netfinity Manager to discontinue export data through ODBC for use on DB2, refer to “ODBC database support” on page 42. Lotus Notes database support To enable the Netfinity Manager to export system data to a Lotus Notes database, the following must be done: 1.

  • Page 56: Browsing The Netfinity Manager Lotus Notes

    Netfinity Manager supports exporting data via ODBC for use on SQL or DB2 database systems. Note: ODBC database export is available only on systems that are running Netfinity Manager. System requirements The minimum requirements for Netfinity Manager ODBC database export are: • Windows NT IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 57: Odbc Database Configuration

    OS/2 — Microsoft SQL Server (using the Visigenic driver provided with Microsoft SQL Server) — IBM DB2 For detailed information about supported ODBC platforms, see Table 3 on page Note: The ODBC database name must not be longer than 8 characters.

  • Page 58: Creating The Netfinity Manager Tables

    Manager folder or Netfinity Manager program group. Double-click this icon to open the Netfinity Manager Database Administration window. 2. Select a DBMS. Click in the Select DBMS listing the name of the DBMS which Netfinity Manager will be using to export data. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 59: Supported And Certified Databases

    3. To create the Netfinity Manager table groups within the database, click Create and then click OK to open the Database Server window. The following table actions are also available: • Delete To remove the Netfinity Manager table groups from the database, click Delete and then click OK to open the Database Server window.

  • Page 60: Starting Netfinity Manager

    Windows 95 Windows Windows OS/2 Warp OS/2 Warp NT 3.51 NT 4.0 Connect IBM DB2 Version 2.1.2 IBM DB2 Universal Database ODBC - IBM DB2 Version Yes, DB2 Yes, DB2 Yes, DB2 Yes, DB2 Yes, DB2 2.1.2 Driver Driver Driver...

  • Page 61: Netfinity Manager Service Manager

    Notes: a. In your Netfinity Manager folder or program group is a document titled Read Me First, which contains information about Netfinity Manager that might not be covered in your documentation. b. The Netfinity Manager folder also contains the Network Driver Configuration object, which you can use to reconfigure your network protocols and system keywords, and the Netfinity Manager Database Tables object, which contains a handy online reference for all of the data tables in the...

  • Page 62: Netfinity Manager Service Descriptions

    4.0 or later) Brief descriptions of each of the Netfinity Manager services follow. Complete instructions on how to use each of these services can be found in the service-specific chapters of the Netfinity Manager User’s Guide. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 63: Advanced System Management

    Advanced System Management The Advanced System Management service provides extensive functionality available for your IBM PC Server Advanced System Management Adapter, Netfinity Advanced System Management PCI Adapter, or Netfinity Advanced System Management Processor. With the Advanced System Management service, you can configure system management events (such as POST, loader, and operating system time-outs or critical temperature, voltage, and tamper alerts).

  • Page 64: Dmi Browser

    (or remove) logical drives, perform data integrity tests, and many other RAID system tasks. This service is available for stand-alone use and network use by any system that has a supported RAID adapter. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 65: Remote Session

    Remote Session Use Remote Session to establish a fully active command session with any remote Netfinity Manager system. Remote System Manager Use Remote System Manager to access and manage any Netfinity Manager service on any Netfinity Manager system in the network. The Netfinity Manager system on the network is organized into easy-to-manage logical groups that can be updated automatically using the auto-discovery feature.

  • Page 66: Software Inventory

    System Information Tool gathers information about almost any computer; however, the most detail is provided when this service is used with IBM computers. This service is available for both stand-alone and network use.

  • Page 67: Web Manager Configuration

    discovered, use Update Connector Manager to apply updates to your systems remotely. Updates can be applied to individual systems, or you can apply multiple updates to multiple systems, all from Netfinity Manager. You can also use Update Connector Manager to remove previously applied updates. Update Connector Manager also includes a scheduler that you can use to discover, apply, or remove updates automatically and periodically.

  • Page 68: Installation Options

    If the system has a CID-enabled (CID stands for customization, installation, and distribution) software distribution manager utility (such as LAN CID, included with IBM Network Transport Services/2), Netfinity Manager can be installed on systems within the network by using the Netfinity Manager installation program command line parameters and response file.
  • Page 69 For example, when creating a source directory to distribute Netfinity Manager Services for OS/2, copy all of the files from the OS2/SERVICES directory into the created directory. To create a source directory for a Netfinity Manager installation: 1. Create a new directory on your system. This new directory will serve as a source directory for the program files.

  • Page 70: Customized Installation

    The second line is a list of the options in the third section that will be installed when this choice is selected for installation. For example: ;IBM SysMgt Install Script, Version 2 (Do not remove this comment line) Netfinity Manager Installation [Manager 16900] Advanced System Management Support [ServProc 450]...
  • Page 71 option file option file install command install command Option Name An identifying comment by the installation program. All options must have a different Option Name. This is used only for identification. Dll-entrypoint Used to determine whether an option is valid for a given target machine. In most cases, it should be the reserved string "NULL."...
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  • Page 73: Chapter 6.Installing Options

    Chapter 6. Installing options This chapter provides instructions to help you add options to your server. Major components of the Netfinity 7100 The orange color on components and labels in your server identifies hot-swap components. This means that you can install or remove the components while the system is running, provided that your system is configured to support this function.
  • Page 74 Terminator card Memory module Memory board Shuttle Microprocessor I/O board IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 75: Component Locations

    Component locations This section provides illustrations of the I/O board, processor board, and memory board component locations. I/O board component locations The following illustration shows the location of the input/output (I/O) connectors on the I/O board. Note: Illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware. Power backplane Processor...

  • Page 76: Processor Board Component Locations

    VRM 1 error LED Microprocessor 1 error LED (Cr9) Microprocessor 2 VRM 2 error LED error LED (Cr3) VRM 3 error LED Microprocessor 3 error LED (Cr8) Microprocessor 4 VRM 4 error LED error LED (Cr4) CR10 Battery IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 77: Processor Board Connectors

    Processor board connectors The following illustration shows the connectors. Microprocessor 1 Connector (J2) VRM 1 Connector Microprocessor 2 Connector (J3) VRM 2 Connector Microprocessor 3 Connector (J4) VRM 3 Connector Reserved (J8 and J9) Microprocessor 4 Connector (J5) VRM 4 Connector Memory board Connector PCI Slot 1 and 2...

  • Page 78: Processor Board Jumpers

    (J56) block (J23) Power-on password override jumper 3.3 V standby block (J48) power for slot 1 (J47) Battery Microprocessor core-frequency selection jumper block (J13-J16) Reserved (J10) Reserved (J12) Reserved (J11) IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 79: Memory Board Component Locations

    Memory board component locations The following illustration shows the location of the DIMM connectors on the memory board. Connector 1(J1) Connector 9 (J9) Connector 10 (J10) Connector 2 (J2) Connector 11 (J11) Connector 3 (J3) Connector 12 (J12) Connector 4 (J4) Connector 13 (J13) Connector 5 (J5) Connector 14 (J14)

  • Page 80: Before You Begin

    • Back up all important data before you make changes to disk drives. • For a list of options for the Netfinity 7100, refer to http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat on the World Wide Web. Note: If you upgrade your server by installing a RAID adapter, you must configure your disk arrays after you install hard disk drives.

  • Page 81: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    When you handle Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive devices (ESD), take precautions to avoid damage from static electricity. For details on handling these devices, refer to the following Web site and use a search term of ESD: http:\\www.ibm.com Safety information statements Before installing this product, read the Safety Information book.
  • Page 82 Antes de instalar este produto, leia o folheto Informações sobre Segurança. Перед установкой продукта прочтите брошюру по технике безопасности (Safety Information). Pred inštaláciou tohto produktu si pre ítajte Informa nú brožúrku o bezpe nosti. Preden namestite ta izdelek, preberite knjižico Varnostne informacije. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 83: Removing The Server Top Cover, Front Door, And Media

    Antes de instalar este producto, lea la Información de Seguridad. Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. Installálás el tt olvassa el a Biztonsági el írások kézikönyvét ! Removing the server top cover, front door, and media-bay bezel Review the information in “Before you begin” on page 66. Removing the top cover Note: The illustrations in this book might differ slightly from your hardware.

  • Page 84: Removing The Server Front Door And The Media-Bay

    When you install a PCI video adapter, the server BIOS automatically disables the integrated video controller. Note: Video adapters are supported in all six PCI slots. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 85: Adapter Considerations

    The following illustration shows the location of the 64-bit PCI expansion slots on the processor board. Note: The illustrations in this book might differ slightly from your hardware. PCI slots 1-2 (on PCI bus A) PCI slots 3-6 (on PCI bus B) Adapter considerations Before you continue with the adapter-installation procedure: •...

  • Page 86: Installing An Adapter

    Press on the rear latch and lift the rear retainer clip. Attention: You must install expansion-slot covers on all empty slots. This maintains the electromagnetic emissions characteristics of the system and ensures proper cooling of system components. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 87: Cabling Example For The Serveraid Adapter

    5. Refer to the documentation that comes with your adapter for any cabling instructions. It might be easier for you to route any cables before you install the adapter. Refer to “Cabling example for the ServeRAID adapter” on page 73 for information about cable routing for the optional ServeRAID adapter.
  • Page 88 Secure the retaining levers in the horizontal position. 7. If you have already installed the ServeRAID adapter, connect the cable to the ServeRAID adapter. If you have not yet installed the ServeRAID adapter, connect the cable after you install the adapter. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 89: Installing Internal Drives

    ServeRAID adapter SCSI cable SCSI connector on power backplane SCSI connector on hard disk drive backplane Installing internal drives If you add different types of drives, your system can read multiple types of media and store more data. Several types of drives are available, such as: •...

  • Page 90: Internal Drive Bays

    • If you are installing a device with a 50-pin connector in one of the left front bays, you will need a 68-to-50-pin converter (option number 32G3925). IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 91 • Your server supports ten 1-inch (26 mm) slim-high or seven 1.6-inch (42 mm) half-high, 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drives in the hot-swap bays. • The hot-swap bays connect to a hard disk drive (HDD) backplane. The backplane is a printed circuit board behind the bays. Some drives have a special interface called small computer system interface, or SCSI.

  • Page 92: Installing A Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive

    Gently push the drive assembly into the bay until the drive stops. e. Push the tray handle to the closed (locked) position. f. Check the hard disk drive status indicator to verify that the hard disk drive is operating properly. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 93: Installing A 5.25-Inch Removable-Media Drive

    For details on handling these devices, refer to the following Web site and use a search term of ESD: http:\\www.ibm.com 1. Review the information in “Before you begin” on page 66. 2. Turn off the server and all attached devices. Disconnect all external cables and remove the top cover.
  • Page 94 11. To install an IDE device, such as a CD-ROM or a DVD-ROM, use the two-drop IDE cable that comes with the option. a. Remove the cable that connects the CD-ROM to the IDE connector on the power backplane. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 95: Installing Memory-Module Kits

    b. Use the two-drop cable that came with your IDE option to connect the CD- ROM and IDE device that you are installing to the IDE connector on the power backplane. c. Set the jumper on the back of the new IDE option to secondary. 12.
  • Page 96 Install DIMMs in these connectors: First set (shipped as standard) J1, J5, J9, J13 2nd set J2, J6, J10, J14 3rd set J3, J 7, J11, J15 4th set J4, J8, J12, J16 Table 4. DIMM installation order IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 97 For details on handling these devices, refer to the following Web site and use a search term of ESD: http:\\www.ibm.com 1. Review “Before you begin” on page 66. 2. Turn off the server and all attached devices. Disconnect external cables and power cords and remove the top cover.

  • Page 98: Installing A Microprocessor Kit

    Microprocessor internal and external clock frequencies must be identical. 3. To order additional microprocessor options, contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 99 4. If you replace the microprocessor in your server with a microprocessor that operates at a different speed, be sure to set the microprocessor core-frequency- selection jumpers correctly. See Table 5 on page 84. 5. Your server comes standard with one microprocessor installed. The microprocessor is installed in microprocessor connector J2 and is the startup (boot) processor.
  • Page 100 Connector (J4) VRM 3 Connector Reserved (J8 and J9) Microprocessor 4 Connector (J5) VRM 4 Connector Memory board Connector PCI Slot 1 and 2 (on PCI bus A) PCI Slot 3-6 Battery (on PCI bus B) IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 101 For details on handling these devices, refer to the following Web site and use a search term of ESD: http:\\www.ibm.com 1. Review “Before you begin” on page 66. 2. Turn off the server and all attached devices. Disconnect all external cables and power cords and remove the top cover.
  • Page 102 8. Install the processor housing cover and push down on the two pop rivets. 9. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now; otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 92. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 103: Installing A Hot-Swap Power Supply

    Installing a hot-swap power supply Before you continue with the power supply-installation procedure, review the following. Notes: 1. During normal operation, each power supply bay must have either a power supply or filler panel installed for proper cooling. 2. If you have a rack model, before you install a power supply in the right-most power supply bay, you must disconnect the cable-management arm.
  • Page 104 If you install a strain-relief bracket option over the end of the power cord that is connected to the device, you must connect the other end of the power cord to an easily accessible power source. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 105: Replacing A Hot-Swap Fan

    Replacing a hot-swap fan Refer to the following illustration when replacing a hot-swap fan. Note: The illustrations in this book might differ slightly from your hardware. Hot-swap fan assembly 1 Latch Hot-swap fan Hot-swap fan assembly 2 assembly 3 Hot-swap fan assembly 4 To replace a hot-swap fan assembly: 1.

  • Page 106: Completing The Installation

    Refer to the following illustration to install a media-bay bezel. Note: The illustrations in this book might differ slightly from your hardware. 1. Align the pins on the front door with the hinges on the server and slide the door down. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 107: Installing The Top Cover

    2. Close and lock the door. To install the media-bay bezel: 1. Insert the two tabs on the top of the media-bay bezel into the matching holes on the server chassis. 2. Push the bottom of the media-bay bezel toward the server until the two tabs at the bottom of the bezel snap into place.

  • Page 108: Reconfiguring The Server

    One auxiliary-device port (mouse) • One dual-channel Ultra2 SCSI port • Two serial ports • Two Universal Serial bus (USB) ports • One Ethernet port • Three communication ports dedicated to the Netfinity Advanced System Management processor IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 109: Parallel Port

    Refer to the following illustration for the location of input and output connectors. Advanced Systems Management Interconnect knockout Parallel Serial A System management Ethernet Serial B ASM Interconnect USB1 port A USB2 ASM Interconnect port B Video Keyboard Ultra2 SCSI Mouse Parallel port Your server has one parallel port.

  • Page 110: Parallel Port Connector

    -AUTO FD (feed) -AUTO FD -ERROR -ERROR -INIT -INIT -SLCT IN -SLCT IN Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Table 7. Parallel-port connector pin-number assignments IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 111: Video Port

    Video port Your server comes with an integrated super video graphics array (SVGA) video controller. This controller is not removable, but you can disable it by installing a PCI video adapter. Note: If you install a PCI video adapter, the server BIOS will automatically disable the integrated video controller.

  • Page 112: Auxiliary-Device (Pointing Device) Port

    SCSI cabling requirements If you plan to attach external SCSI devices, you must order additional SCSI cables. To select and order the correct cables for use with external devices, contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 113: Setting Scsi Ids

    For information about the maximum length of SCSI cable between the terminated ends of the cable, refer to the ANSI SCSI standards that are listed in “SCSI cabling requirements”. Adhering to these standards will help ensure that your server operates properly.
  • Page 114 -Acknowledge +Reset -Reset +Message -Message +Select -Select +Control/Data -Control/Data +Request -Request +Input/Output -Input/Output +Data 8 -Data 8 +Data 9 -Data9 +Data 10 -Data 10 +Data 11 -Data 11 Table 11. 68-pin SCSI connector pin-number assignments IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 115: Serial Ports

    Serial ports Your server has two standard serial ports: serial port A and serial port B. The operating system can use and share both serial ports; however, the integrated Netfinity Advanced System Management Processor can use and share only serial port Some application programs require specific ports, and some modems function properly only at certain communication port addresses.

  • Page 116: Usb Cables And Hubs

    When you connect your server to the network, the Ethernet controller automatically detects the data-transfer rate (10Mbps or 100Mbps) on the network and then sets the controller to operate at the appropriate rate. That is, the Ethernet controller will adjust IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 117: Failover For Redundant Ethernet

    Configuring for failover: The failover feature currently is supported by Windows NT Server, and IntraNetWare. The setup required for each operating system follows. Windows NT Server: To install the IBM Netfinity 10/100 Fault Tolerant Adapter device drivers: 1. Add the redundant NIC adapter according to the instructions that are provided with the adapter.

  • Page 118: Ethernet Port Connector

    Management Interconnect function, use a dual RJ-45 connector. You can attach a dedicated modem to the D-shell system-management connector on the rear of your server to communicate with the integrated Netfinity Advanced System Management Processor. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 119: Cabling The Server

    The Advanced System Management Interconnect function uses the RJ-45 system- management connectors. This function enables you to connect the Advanced System Management Processors of several rack-mounted servers so that they can communicate with each other in half-duplex mode. Cabling the server Refer to the following illustration for the location of input and output connectors.

  • Page 120: Installing The Server In A Rack

    Installing the server in a rack Refer to the Rack Installation Instructions for complete rack installation and removal instructions. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 121: Chapter 7.Solving Problems

    After you register and profile your Netfinity products, you can diagnose problems using the IBM Online Assistant and you can participate in the IBM discussion forum. For more detailed information about registering and creating a customized profile for your IBM products, visit the following addresses on the Web: —...
  • Page 122 Register and profile your server properly? 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...

  • Page 123: Post

    POST When you turn on the server, it performs a series of tests to check the operation of server components and some of the options installed in the server. This series of tests is called the power-on self-test or POST. If POST finishes without detecting any problems, a single beep sounds, the first screen of your operating system or application program appears, and the System POST Complete (OK) light is illuminated on the operator information panel.
  • Page 124 POST does not support the optional video adapter. This beep combination occurs when you install a video adapter that is incompatible with your server. Replace the optional video adapter with one that the server supports or use the integrated video controller. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 125: Post Beep Codes

    POST beep codes Beep code Description Action 1-1-1 Adapter, DIMM, or I/O board and processor board has failed Call for service. 1-1-2 Microprocessor register test has failed. 1-1-3 CMOS write/read test has failed. 1-1-4 BIOS ROM checksum has failed. 1-2-1 Programmable Interval Timer test has failed.

  • Page 126: Post Error Messages

    You can use the server until you replace the battery. However, you must run the Configuration/Setup Utility program and set the time and date and other custom settings each time you turn on the server. Table 16. POST error messages IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 127 POST message Description A change in device configuration occurred. This error occurs under one or more of the following conditions: • A new device has been installed. • A device has been moved to a different location or cable connection. •...
  • Page 128 3. If no error LED is on, the error logs in the Configuration/Setup Utility program might provide additional information on the memory error. If the problem persists, call for service. Table 16. POST error messages IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 129 POST message Description An error was detected in the L2 cache of one of the microprocessors. Action: 1. If you just installed a microprocessor, verify that the microprocessor is installed and seated correctly. 2. If the problem persists, check to see if the system has isolated the problem to a microprocessor: •...
  • Page 130 If the problem persists, call for service. 1304 Cable to Diagnostic LED panel not detected. Action: Make sure that the cable to the diagnostic LED panel is connected. If the problem persists, call for service. Table 16. POST error messages IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 131 POST message Description 1600 The Netfinity Advanced System Management processor is not functioning. Action: 1. Verify that the jumpers for the system-management processor are set correctly. 2. Disconnect the server from all electrical sources, wait for 30 seconds, reconnect the server to the electrical sources, and restart the server. If the problem persists, call for service.
  • Page 132 If the problem persists, call for service. 00019702 Processor 2 failed the built-in self test. Action: Replace microprocessor 2. (The Microprocessor 2 Error LED will be on.) If the problem persists, call for service. Table 16. POST error messages IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 133 POST message Description 00019703 Processor 3 failed the built-in self test. Action: Replace microprocessor 3. (The Microprocessor 3 Error LED will be on.) If the problem persists, call for service. 00019704 Processor 4 failed the built-in self test. Action: Replace microprocessor 4. (The Microprocessor 4 Error LED will be on.) If the problem persists, call for service.
  • Page 134 Update the system BIOS to a level that supports the microprocessors installed in the server. 01298200 Microprocessor speed mismatch Action: The microprocessors installed do not run at the same speed; install microprocessors with identical speeds. Table 16. POST error messages IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 135: Event/Error Logs

    POST message Description I9990301 A hard disk drive error occurred. Action: Call for service. POST could not find an operating system. I9990305 Action: Install an operating system. If you have already installed the operating system, check the drive startup sequence. If the drive sequence is correct, run the diagnostic tests to verify that the hard disk drive is functioning correctly.

  • Page 136: Diagnostic Programs And Error Messages

    For example, function code 089 is for the microprocessor. is the three-digit failure code that indicates the exact test failure that was encountered. (These codes are for trained service per- sonnel and are described in the Hardware Maintenance Manual.) IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 137: Text Messages

    is the three-digit device ID. (These codes are for trained service personnel and are described in the Hardware Maintenance Man- ual.) date is the date that the diagnostic test was run and the error recorded. is the check digit that is used to verify the validity of the informa- tion.

  • Page 138: Viewing The Test Log

    The system maintains the test-log data while the server is powered on. When you turn off the power to the server, the test log is cleared. Diagnostic error message tables The following tables provide descriptions of the error messages that might appear when you run the diagnostic programs. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 139 Note: If diagnostic error messages appear that are not listed in the following tables, make sure that your server has the latest levels of BIOS, Advanced System Management Processor, ServeRAID, and diagnostics microcode installed. Code Function Result Text message Action Core system Failed Processor board, ECC Test...
  • Page 140 (where n is the slot number of the adapter andm the drive. If the is the SCSI ID of the drive) problem persists, call or service. Power supply Failed Voltage sensed by the system is out of range Call for service. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 141 Code Function Result Text message Action Microprocessor Failed Invalid microprocessor in slot xyz or BIOS setup 1. Check the system problem error log for the related error (where xyz identifies the microprocessor that is messages. causing the error message) 2. If your server Processor in socket id xyz is installed but not does not have the functioning...
  • Page 142 If the problem persists, call for service. Status display Failed Diagnostic LED panel Call for service. Operator information panel LED on hot-swap SCSI backplane LED on processor board LED on system board IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 143 Code Function Result Text message Action System Failed DIMM in location DIMMn 1. Reseat the failing memory DIMM. (where n is the number of the socket that 2. If the problem contains the failing DIMM) remains, replace the DIMM. If the problem persists, call for service.
  • Page 144 Keyboard Failed On system board keyboard test failed 1. Verify that the keyboard cable is connected. 2. If the problem remains, replace the keyboard cable. If the problem persists, call for service. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 145 Code Function Result Text message Action Mouse Failed On system board pointing device test failed. Replace the pointing device. If the problem persists, call for service. Video monitor Any message Refer to the information that came with the monitor. Ethernet Failed In PCI slot n Replace the Ethernet...

  • Page 146: Recovering Bios

    • Use the ServerGuide program to make a BIOS flash diskette. • Download a BIOS flash diskette from the World Wide Web. Go to http://www.pc.ibm.com/support/, select IBM Server Support, and make the selections for your server. • Contact your IBM service representative.

  • Page 147: Power Supply Leds

    Power supply LEDs The AC and DC power LEDs on the power supply provide status information about the power supply. The following illustration shows the location of the AC and DC power LEDs. Handle Filler panel DC power light AC power light Chapter 7.

  • Page 148: Diagnostic Panel Leds

    If the problem persists, have the system serviced. Diagnostic panel LEDs The following illustration shows the LEDs on the diagnostics panel inside the server. See “Light path diagnostics” on page 135 for information on identifying problems using these LEDs. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 149: Light Path Diagnostics

    PCIC PCIA PCIB DASD1 TEMP OVER SPEC Light path diagnostics You can use the light path diagnostics built into your server to quickly identify the type of system error that occurred. Your server is designed so that LEDs remain illumi- nated when the server shuts down, as long as the power supplies are operating prop- erly.
  • Page 150 2. If the amber hard disk status LED on one of the hot-swap hard disk drives is on, refer to “Controls and indicators” on page 5 for more information. Table 18. Light path diagnostics IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 151 System error Diagnostics Cause Action LED (on the panel LED on information LED panel) A memory error occurred. 1. Check the DIMM error LEDs on the memory board. 2. Replace the DIMM indicated by the lit DIMM error LED. One of the microprocessors has 1.

  • Page 152: Noncritical Light Path Diagnostics

    • Remove the software or device that you just added. • Run the diagnostic tests to determine if your server is running correctly. • Reinstall the new software or new device. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 153 Device Suggested action CD-ROM drive Verify that: 1. The primary IDE channel is enabled in the Configuration/Setup Utility program. CD-ROM drive is not recognized. 2. All cables and jumpers are installed correctly. 3. The correct device driver is installed for the CD-ROM drive. If there is a diskette in the drive, verify that: Diskette drive 1.
  • Page 154 If the problem remains, call for service. Monitor Some IBM monitors have their own self-tests. If you suspect a problem with your monitor, refer to the information that comes with the monitor for adjusting and testing Testing the monitor.
  • Page 155 2. Non-IBM monitor cables might cause unpredictable problems. 3. An enhanced monitor cable with additional shielding is available for the 9521 and 9527 monitors. For information about the enhanced monitor cable, see your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. If the problem remains, call for service.
  • Page 156 2. The printer signal cable is connected to the correct serial or parallel port on the server. Note: Non-IBM printer cables might cause unpredictable problems. 3. You have assigned the printer port correctly in your operating system or application program.

  • Page 157: Troubleshooting The Ethernet Controller

    Device Suggested action Service processor problems Disconnect the server from all electrical sources, wait for 30 seconds, reconnect the server to the electrical sources, and restart the server. Netfinity Service Processor Manager reports a general If a problem remains, call for service. monitor failure Software problem To determine if problems are caused by the software, verify that:...

  • Page 158: Ethernet Controller Troubleshooting Chart

    • Make sure that you are using the most recent device driver available from the World Wide Web. • Run the network diagnostic program. If the problem remains, call for service. Table 21. Ethernet troubleshooting chart IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 159 Ethernet controller Suggested Action problem Ethernet Link Status light Check the following: does not illuminate. • Make sure that the hub is turned on. • Check all connections at the Ethernet controller and the hub. • Check the cable. A crossover cable is required unless the hub has an X designation.

  • Page 160: Ethernet Controller Messages

    Explanation: You tried to load another instance of the driver with a different I/O address. This new adapter could not be found. Action: Verify that you installed an IBM Netfinity 10/100 Fault Tolerant Adapter and make sure that the adapter is seated correctly. If the adapter is seated correctly, call for service.
  • Page 161 PCNTNW-NW-075 The Multiple Link Interface Driver (MLID) cannot be registered with the Link Support Layer (LSL). Explanation: An error occurred while the driver was trying to register with the LSL. Action: Check the version of the NetWare or IntraNetWare Operating System. Make sure that this driver is correct for the version of NetWare or IntraNetWare that you are using.

  • Page 162: Ndis 4.0 (Windows Nt) Driver Messages

    Explanation: The driver cannot find an Ethernet controller. Action: Verify that the Ethernet controller is enabled. If the Ethernet controller is enabled, run the diagnostic programs. Table 24. UNIX LLI driver messages for the Ethernet controller IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 163 Explanation: The SunSoft Solaris driver cannot find any more Ethernet controllers. Action: Verify that additional IBM Netfinity 10/100 Fault Tolerant Adapters are present or replace the Ethernet adapter that fails to respond. If the problem persists, run the diagnostic programs.

  • Page 164: Replacing The Battery

    Table 24. UNIX LLI driver messages for the Ethernet controller Replacing the battery IBM has designed this product with your safety in mind. The lithium battery must be handled correctly to avoid possible danger. If you replace the battery, you must adhere to the following instructions.
  • Page 165 To order replacement batteries, call 1-800-772-2227 within the United States, and 1- 800-465-7999 or 1-800-465-6666 within Canada. Outside the U.S. and Canada, call your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. Note: After you replace the battery, you must reconfigure your server and reset the system date and time.

  • Page 166: Getting Help, Service, And Information

    If you need help, service, technical assistance, or just want more information about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from IBM to assist you. For example, IBM maintains pages on the World Wide Web where you can get infor- mation about IBM products and services, find the latest technical information, and download device drivers and updates.

  • Page 167: Service Support

    • IBM hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by IBM hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service.

  • Page 168: Before You Call For Service

    Refer to your IBM hardware warranty for a full explanation of IBM's warranty terms. Before you call for service Many computer problems can be solved without outside assistance, by using the online help or by looking in the online or printed documentation that comes with your computer or software.

  • Page 169: Using Electronic Support Services

    (LANs). You can call the IBM Automated Fax System 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Follow the recorded instructions, and the requested information will be sent to your fax machine.

  • Page 170: Getting Help By Telephone

    • Arranging for service (on-site or carry-in) • Arranging for overnight shipment of customer-replaceable parts In addition, if you purchased an IBM PC Server or IBM Netfinity Server, you are eligi- ble for IBM Start Up Support for 90 days after installation. This service provides assis- tance for: •...

  • Page 171: Getting Help Around The World

    Service availability and name might vary by country. Enhanced PC support line Enhanced PC Support is available for desktop and mobile IBM computers that are not connected to a network. Technical support is provided for IBM computers and IBM or non-IBM options, operating systems, and application programs on the Supported Products list.

  • Page 172: Support Line

    • In Canada, contact IBM Direct at 1-800-465-7999, or: 1. Call 1-800-465-3299. 2. Select the HelpWare™ catalog. • In all other countries, contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. For more information or to purchase these services: • In the U.S., call 1-800-772-2227.

  • Page 173: Ordering Publications

    For more information about warranty upgrades and extensions: • In the U.S., call 1-800-426-4968. • In Canada, call 1-800-465-7999. • In all other countries, contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. Ordering publications Additional publications are available for purchase from IBM. For a list of publications available in your country: •...
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  • Page 175: Appendix A. Installing The Server In A Rack

    Rails and slide-latch assemblies are marked for left side (L) and right side (R). Statement 4 ≥ 18 kg (37 lbs) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lbs) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000...
  • Page 176 Loading of the rack should begin at the bottom. • When multiple devices are installed in a rack, precautions should be taken to prevent overloading of power outlets. • The server should always be connected to a properly grounded outlet. IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 177: Appendix A. Installing The Server In A Rack

    To install the server in a rack: 1. Review the information in “Before you begin” on page 66. 2. Snap the cage nuts or slide the clip nuts, as required for your rack, into all marked holes. Clip nuts Cage nuts 3.
  • Page 178 4. Bolt the slide rail to the rack. 5. Attach the hinge bracket to the rear of the rack. Then, attach the cable- management-arm and flexible shaft using the hinge pins. Hinge pin Hinge bracket Cable management arm IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 179: Appendix A. Installing The Server In A Rack

    6. Fully extend the slide rails. Install the four lift handles. Lift the server above the rails; then, lower onto the tabs. Insert and tighten the screws. Lift handle 7. Remove the lift handles. Press the safety latches and slide server halfway into the rack.
  • Page 180 8. Slide the server into the rack until the release handles snap shut. Then, insert screws through the rack-release bracket and mounting rails to secure the server to the rack. MB LINK LINK Release handle IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...

  • Page 181: Appendix B. Product Warranties And Notices

    1.The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to Machines you purchase for your use, and not for resale, from IBM or your reseller. The term "Machine" means an IBM machine, its features, conversions, upgrades, elements, or accessories, or any combination of them.
  • Page 182 Machine. If a Machine does not function as warranted during the warranty period, and IBM or your reseller are unable to either 1) make it do so or 2) replace it with one that is at least functionally equivalent, you may return it to your place of purchase and your money will be refunded.
  • Page 183 IBM or your reseller of changes in a Machine's location. IBM is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine while it is 1) in IBM's possession or 2) in transit in those cases where IBM is responsible for the transportation charges.

  • Page 184: Ibm Statement Of Warranty Worldwide Except

    IBM in this Statement of Warranty apply only to Machines you purchase for your use, and not for resale, from IBM or your reseller. The term "Machine" means an IBM machine, its features, conversions, upgrades, elements, or accessories, or any combination of them.
  • Page 185 WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. Warranty Service To obtain warranty service for the Machine, contact your reseller or IBM. You may be required to present proof of purchase. IBM or your reseller provides certain types of repair and exchange service, either at your location or at a service center, to keep Machines in, or restore them to, conformance with their Specifications.

  • Page 186: Part 2 - Worldwide Country-Unique Terms

    IBM is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine while it is 1) in IBM's possession or 2) in transit in those cases where IBM is responsible for the transportation charges. Neither IBM nor your reseller is responsible for any of your confidential, proprietary or personal information contained in a Machine which you return to IBM or your reseller for any reason.
  • Page 187 Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this Section: Where IBM is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974, IBM's liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods.
  • Page 188 EGYPT: Limitation of Liability: The following replaces item 2 in this Section: 2. as to any other actual direct damages, IBM's liability will be limited to the total amount you paid for the Machine that is the subject of the claim.
  • Page 189 The following item is added to this paragraph: 3. breach of IBM's obligations implied by Section 12 of the Sale of Goods Act 1979 or Section 2 of the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982.

  • Page 190: Notices

    Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this IBM product and use of those Web sites is at your own risk.

  • Page 191: Year 2000 Readiness And Instructions

    This IBM PC product cannot prevent errors that might occur if software you use or exchange data with is not ready for the Year 2000. IBM software that comes with this product is Year 2000 Ready. However, software from other companies might come with this IBM PC product.

  • Page 192: Important Notes

    IBM. Unless otherwise stated, IBM makes no representations or warranties with respect to non-IBM products. Support (if any) for the non-IBM products is provided by the third party, not IBM. Some software may differ from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality.

  • Page 193: Industry Canada Class A Emission Compliance

    Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 194: Taiwan Electrical Emission Statement

    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.
  • Page 195 IBM power cord part Used in these countries and regions number 13F9940 Argentina, Australia, China (PRC), New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Uruguay, Western Samoa 13F9979 Afghanistan, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Austria, Belgium, Benin, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Rep., Chad, Czech Republic, Egypt,...
  • Page 196 IBM® Netfinity® 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 197 Index Numerics drive bays CD-ROM 10/100 Fault Tolerant Adapter handling static-sensitive devices diskette hard-disk activity light hot-swap 3.3 V standby power for slot 1 hard-disk drive activity light SCSI 3.3 V standby power for slot 2 hard-disk drive status light tape heat output drive placement guide...
  • Page 198 SCSI cabling requirements starting serial stopping universal serial bus ServeRAID adapter cabling video setting POST beep codes password override switch POST error messages setting SCSI IDs IBM Netfinity 7100 User’s Reference...
  • Page 200 Part Number: 19K0810 Printed in the United States of America on recycled paper containing 10& recovered post-consumer fiber. SC19-K081-10 *07SC19K08110*...

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