Problem determination and service guide (268 pages)
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IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379 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 327, and the IBM Safety Information, Environmental Notices and User Guide documents on the IBM Documentation CD, and the Warranty Information document that comes with the server.
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Problem determination tips ....139 Chapter 4. Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379 ..141 Replaceable server components .
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Removing and replacing Tier 2 CRUs ....220 Removing the operator information panel assembly ..220 Installing the operator information panel assembly .
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Hardware service and support ....326 IBM Taiwan product service ....326 Appendix B.
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 designed and manufactured, has required safety items to protect users and service technicians from injury.
Guidelines for servicing electrical equipment Observe the following guidelines when servicing electrical equipment: v Check the area for electrical hazards such as moist floors, nongrounded power extension cords, power surges, and missing safety grounds. v Use only approved tools and test equipment. Some hand tools have handles that are covered with a soft material that does not provide insulation from live electrical currents.
Read any additional safety information that comes with the server or optional device before you install the device. Attention: Use No. 26 AWG or larger UL-listed or CSA certified telecommunication line cord. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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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 properly wired and grounded electrical outlet.
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Throw or immerse into water v Heat to more than 100°C (212°F) v Repair or disassemble Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Statement 3: CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device.
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To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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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.
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Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted devices. Attention: This server is suitable for use on an IT power distribution system whose maximum phase-to-phase voltage is 240 V under any distribution fault condition. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
You can solve many problems without outside assistance by following the troubleshooting procedures in this Problem Determination and Service Guide and on the IBM Web site. This document describes the diagnostic tests that you can perform, troubleshooting procedures, and explanations of error messages and error codes.
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Installer to acquire and apply UpdateXpress System Packs and individual firmware and device-driver updates. For additional information and to download the UpdateXpress System Pack Installer, go to the IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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For problems with operating systems or IBM software or devices, complete the following steps. Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. The actual procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document. a) Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/.
Be prepared to provide information about any error codes and collected data and the problem determination procedures that you have used. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Tier 1 customer replaceable unit (CRU): Replacement of Tier 1 CRUs is your responsibility. If IBM installs a Tier 1 CRU at your request, you will be charged for the installation.
Danger: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or extremely hazardous to you. A danger statement is placed just before the description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or situation. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
For a list of v UDIMMs sizes: 1 GB, 2 GB, and – Full-high devices such as an supported microprocessors, see 4 GB single-rank or dual-rank optional tape drive will occupy http://www.ibm.com/servers/ v Chipkill supported two half-high eserver/serverproven/compat/us/ 5.25-inch bays. ™...
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Sound power, idle: 5.5 bel declared the IMM v Sound power, operating: 6.0 bel Note: In messages and declared documentation, the term service processor refers to the integrated management module (IMM). IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Table 1. Features and specifications (continued) Environment: Electrical input: Heat output: v Air temperature: v Sine-wave input (50-60 Hz) – Server on: 10°C to 35°C (50.0°F required Approximate heat output: to 95.0°F); altitude: 0 to 915 m v Input voltage low range: v Minimum configuration: 2013 Btu (3000 ft) –...
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When the drive is removed, this LED also is visible on the SAS/SATA backplane, below the hot-swap hard disk drive activity LED. Please see “Event logs” on page 23 for more information. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Rear view The following illustration shows the connectors and LEDs on the rear of the server. AC power LED DC power LED Fault (error) LED Serial 1 (COM 1) Power cord Video connector System Ethernet management transmit/receive Ethernet activity LED connector NMI button Ethernet link...
The following table describes the problems that are indicated by various combinations of the power-supply LEDs. For more information about solving power-supply problems, see “Power-supply LEDs” on page 96. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Table 2. Power-supply LEDs Power-supply LEDs Error Description Action Notes No AC power to This is a normal 1. Check the AC power to the server. the server or a condition when no 2. Make sure that the power cord is problem with the AC power is connected to a functioning power...
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Power supply not fully seated, faulty system board, or faulty power supply Off or flashing Faulty power supply Normal operation Power supply is faulty but still operational IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Internal LEDs, connectors, and jumpers The illustrations in this section show the LEDs, connectors, and jumpers on the internal boards. The illustrations might differ slightly from your hardware. System board internal connectors The following illustration shows the internal connectors on the system board. Chapter 2.
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PCI Express extender card, if equipped. The following illustration shows two additional PCI-X expansion slots that are available on the PCI-X extender card, if equipped. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
System board switches and jumpers The following tables show the settings of the switches and the jumpers. See Table 4 and Table 5 for information about the switch and jumper settings. Table 4. System board jumpers Jumper Jumper number name Jumper setting CMOS clear v Pins 1 and 2: Normal operation (default).
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(Review the information in “Safety” on page vii, “Installation guidelines” on page 149, and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 151.) IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
System board LEDs The following illustration shows the LEDs on the system board. The system board is equipped with a PCI extender card that provides either one or two additional expansion slots. The following illustration shows the LEDs on the PCI Express extender card, if equipped.
Serial port USB ports Ethernet System management Hard disk drive backplane connectors The following illustrations show the connectors on the 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch hard disk drive backplanes. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Figure 1. Connectors on the 3.5-inch hard disk drive backplane Figure 2. Connectors on the 2.5-inch hard disk drive backplane Chapter 2. Introduction...
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Most recent versions of the Linux operating system come with a current version of IPMItool. For information about IPMItool, see http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/ infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp?topic=/com.ibm.xseries.tools.doc/ config_tools_ipmitool.html or complete the following steps. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. The actual procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document. 1. Go to http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp. 2. In the navigation pane, click IBM System x and BladeCenter Tools Center.
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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 you perform the checkout procedure for diagnosing hardware problems, review the following information: v Read the safety information that begins on page vii. v The diagnostic programs provide the primary methods of testing the major components of the server, such as the system board, Ethernet controller, keyboard, mouse (pointing device), serial ports, and hard disk drives.
– If you receive an error, see “Diagnostic messages” on page 98. – If the diagnostic programs were completed successfully and you still suspect a problem, see “Solving undetermined problems” on page 138. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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2. Remove the server cover and look inside the server for lit LEDs. Certain components inside the server have LEDs that are lit to indicate the location of a problem. The following illustration shows the LEDs on the system board. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Off or Faulty power Replace the power supply. Flashing supply Normal operation Power supply is Replace the power supply. faulty but still operational IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Diagnostic programs, messages, and error codes The diagnostic programs are the primary method of testing the major components of the server. As you run the diagnostic programs, text messages and error codes are displayed on the screen and are saved in the test log. A diagnostic text message or error code indicates that a problem has been detected;...
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379,” on page 141 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
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3. Unlock and remove the left-side cover (see “Removing the left-side cover” on page 181). 4. Locate the UEFI boot recovery jumper (JP6) on the system board. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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5. Remove any adapters that impede access to the UEFI boot recovery jumper block (JP6) (see “Removing an adapter” on page 214). 6. Move the UEFI boot recovery jumper (JP6) to pins 2 and 3 to enable the UEFI recovery mode. 7.
UEFI configuration and start the Setup utility so that you can make the necessary corrections to the IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
configuration and restart the server. If the server is unable to successfully complete POST with the default configuration, there might be a problem with the system board. To specify the number of consecutive restart attempts that will trigger the Nx boot failure feature, in the Setup utility, click Settings >...
Power cord v ServeRAID SAS adapter v System board assembly 4. Turn on the server. If the problem remains, suspect the following components in the following order: IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Because of the variety of hardware and software combinations that you can encounter, use the following information to assist you in problem determination. If possible, have this information available when you request assistance from IBM. v Machine type and model...
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142. For an updated parts listing on the Web, complete the following steps. Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. The actual procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document.
Tier 1 customer replaceable unit (CRU): Replacement of Tier 1 CRUs is your responsibility. If IBM installs a Tier 1 CRU at your request, you will be charged for the installation.
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Microprocessor Intel Xeon E5649 (6 core) 81Y5955 - 2.53 GHz, 12 MB, 1066 MHz, 80 W Microprocessor Intel Xeon X5675 (6 core) 81Y5958 - 3.06 GHz, 12 MB, 1333 MHz, 95 W Chapter 4. Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379...
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EMC shield kit, miscellaneous 69Y1339 EMC shield, 4 x 3.5-inch 46D1402 EMC plate kit, simple-swap 46D1399 Extender card, PCI Express 49Y4508 Extender card, PCI-X 49Y4509 Filler, fan 69Y1324 IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
IBM representative for assistance. 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.
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The cord set should have the appropriate safety approvals for the country in which the equipment will be installed. IBM power cords for a specific country or region are usually available only in that country or region.
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Panama, Peru, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Taiwan, United States of America, Venezuela 39M5219 Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of), Korea (Republic of) 39M5199 Japan 39M5068 Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay 39M5226 India 39M5233 Brazil Chapter 4. Parts listing, System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379...
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Tier 1 customer replaceable unit (CRU): Replacement of Tier 1 CRUs is your responsibility. If IBM installs a Tier 1 CRU at your request, you will be charged for the installation.
Do not allow your necktie or scarf to hang inside the server. v Remove jewelry, such as bracelets, necklaces, rings, and loose-fitting wrist watches. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
v Remove items from your shirt pocket, such as pens and pencils, that might fall into the server as you lean over it. v Avoid dropping any metallic objects, such as paper clips, hairpins, and screws, into the server. Handling static-sensitive devices Attention: Static electricity can damage the server and other electronic devices.
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5. From inside of the top section of the bezel door, slide the blue tab up to unlock the bezel media door; then, grasp the depressed area on the media door and pull the door open. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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3. Remove the hot-swap power supply or power supplies and power-supply fillers, if any are installed (see “Removing a hot-swap power supply” on page 273). IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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4. Unlock and remove the left-side cover (see “Removing the left-side cover” on page 181). 5. Pull up on the power-supply cage handle to unlock the cage; then, rotate the cage out until it stops. The tab on the rear power-supply latch bracket clicks into place when the cage is completely out of the way.
Attention: Do not allow the power-supply cage cables to be caught or pinched while you rotate the power-supply cage into the chassis. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Power-supply cage front latch bracket Power-supply cage Power-supply Locating tabs cage handle Notch Locating tabs 3. Rotate the power-supply cage handle down until the handle tip engages the notch in the front latch bracket; then, lower the handle until it locks in place. 4.
4. Carefully turn the server on its side so that it is lying flat, with the cover facing Attention: Do not allow the server to fall over. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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5. Unlock and remove the left-side cover (see “Removing the left-side cover” on page 181). 6. Align the holes in the edge of the battery carrier and the adapter battery with the holes on the ServeRAID adapter. 7. Insert the screws to secure the ServeRAID adapter battery in place. 8.
Lift and remove the battery from the socket. Attention: Failing to remove the battery properly may damage the socket on the system board. Any damage to the socket may require replacing the system board. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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7. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations (see the Environmental Notices and User Guide for more information). Chapter 5. Removing and replacing server components...
After you replace the battery, you must reconfigure the server and reset the system date and time. v To avoid possible danger, read and follow the following safety statement. Statement 2: IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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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 contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.
USB tape drive and the SATA tape drive. It also shows the internal power cable for the optical drives. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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The following illustrations show the cabling information for installing the SATA to traditional power converter cable when you install an RDX internal USB tape drive in the server. This cable comes with the server in the plastic bag with the drive rails. Power Connects to converter...
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DVD drive cable connection The following illustration shows the internal SATA and power cable routing and the connectors from the DVD drive to the system board. Note: Do not disconnect the cable by using excessive force. Failing to remove the cable properly may damage the connectors on the system board.
UltraSlim DVD drive to the system board. Operator information panel cable connection The following illustration shows the internal cable routing and connectors from the operator information panel to the system board. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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1. The following illustrations show the connectors on the 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch hard disk drive backplanes. Figure 3. Connectors on the 3.5-inch hard disk drive backplane Figure 4. Connectors on the 2.5-inch hard disk drive backplane IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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2. The following illustrations show the cable connectors on ServeRAID M1015/M5014/M5015. Figure 5. Cable connectors on ServeRAID-M1015 adapter Figure 6. Cable connectors on ServeRAID-M5014 adapter Note: v For proper cooling, do not install any card in the slot next in sequence to a ServeRAID adapter with battery backup module (for example, if a ServeRAID adapter with battery backup module is installed in slot 2, do not install any card in slot 3).
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See the ServeRAID adapter documentation for additional information about RAID operation and complete instructions for using the ServeRAID adapter. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Review the following information before connecting power, configuration, and signal cables for the drives: 1. For server models with four 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drives. v The following illustration shows the internal power cable routing. v The following illustration shows the internal configuration cable routing. v The following illustration shows the internal signal cable routing for installing a ServeRAID adapter.
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2. For server models with eight 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drives. v The following illustration shows the internal power cable routing. v The following illustration shows the internal configuration cable routing. v The following illustration shows the internal signal cable routing for installing a ServeRAID adapter.
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3. For server models with eight 2.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drives. v The following illustration shows the internal power cable routing. v The following illustration shows the internal configuration cable routing. v The following illustration shows the internal signal cable routing for installing a ServeRAID adapter.
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4. For server models with sixteen 2.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drives. v The following illustration shows the internal power cable routing. v The following illustration shows the internal configuration cable routing. Chapter 5. Removing and replacing server components...
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The following illustration shows the internal signal cable routing for installing a ServeRAID adapter and a ServeRAID expansion adapter. Note: SAS expander card does not support 3 GB RAID adapters. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Removing and replacing Tier 1 CRUs Installation of Tier 1 CRUs is your responsibility. If IBM installs a Tier 1 CRU at your request, you will be charged for the installation. Removing the left-side cover To remove the left-side cover complete the following steps: 1.
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2. Rotate the top edge of the cover toward the server and press inward on the cover until it clicks into place. 3. Lock the cover, using the key that comes with the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Removing and installing drives Depending on the server model, the server might come with a SATA attached DVD-ROM drive in bay 1. The following are illustrations of the server and the location of the drive bays. Your hardware might differ, depending on the model. Note: If the server is configured for RAID operation using a ServeRAID adapter, you might have to reconfigure your disk arrays after you install drives.
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The following illustrations show the location of the drive bays in the 3.5-inch hot-swap SAS or hot-swap SATA hard disk drive server models. Figure 9. server with four 3.5-inch hard disk drives IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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PCI adapter, save the EMC shield and filler panel from the bay or the PCI adapter slot cover in the event that you later remove the drive or adapter. v For a complete list of supported options for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/ servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/.
3. Open the bezel by pressing the button on the left edge of the bezel, and rotate the left side of the bezel away from the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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4. Press down on the release latch to open the drive handle; then, pull the drive out of the drive bay. 5. If you are instructed to return the hot-swap hard disk drive, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
To install a hot-swap hard disk drive, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 151. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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If the server is configured for RAID operation through an optional ServeRAID adapter, you might have to reconfigure your disk arrays after you install hard disk drives. See the ServeRAID documentation on the IBM ServeRAID Support CD for additional information about RAID operation and complete instructions for using ServeRAID Manager.
4. Rotate the drive tray handle of the drive assembly to the open position. 5. Grasp the handle of the drive and pull the drive out of the bay. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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6. If you are instructed to return the 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. Chapter 5. Removing and replacing server components...
LED flashes slowly, and the green activity LED remains lit during the rebuild process. If the amber LED remains lit, see “Hard disk drive problems” on page 76. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Note: You might have to reconfigure the disk arrays after you install hard disk drives. See the RAID documentation on the IBM Web site at http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/ for information about RAID adapters. 7. Close the bezel. 8. Lock the left-side cover.
4. Open the bezel. 5. Grasp the tab on the drive bay EMC shield and rotate it to the open position. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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6. Pull the loops of the drive assembly that is to be removed toward each other; then, pull the drive assembly out of the bay and set it aside. 7. If you are instructed to return the simple-swap hard disk drive, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
5. Close the bezel. 6. Lock the left-side cover. 7. Reconnect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the attached devices and turn on the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Removing a hot-swap fan The server comes with three 120 mm x 38 mm hot-swap fans in the fan-support bracket at the front of the server. The following instructions can be used to remove any hot-swap fan in the server. Hot-swap fan To remove a hot-swap fan, complete the following steps: 1.
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4. Insert the fan into the socket and close the handle to the locked position. 5. Install and lock the left-side cover (see “Installing the left-side cover” on page 181). IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Removing a DVD drive 1. To remove the DVD drive on models with four 3.5-inch, eight 3.5-inch, eight 2.5-ich or sixteen 2.5-inch hard disk drives, complete the following steps: a. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Handling static-sensitive devices”...
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Open the bezel by pressing the button on the left edge of the bezel, and rotate the left side of the bezel away from the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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e. Rotate the power-supply cage assembly out of the chassis. Lift up the power-supply cage handle and pull the power-supply cage assembly all the way up until the retainer latch locks the cage in place on the chassis. f. Remove the air baffle (see “Removing the air baffle” on page 212). g.
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If you are instructed to return the UltraSlim DVD drive, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Installing a DVD drive 1. To install the DVD drive on models with four 3.5-inch, eight 3.5-inch, eight 2.5-ich or sixteen 2.5-inch hard disk drives, complete the following steps: a. If you are replacing a drive, make sure that: v You have all the cables and other equipment that are specified in the documentation that comes with the new drive.
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Open the bezel by pressing the button on the left edge of the bezel, and rotate the left side of the bezel away from the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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h. Install the blue rails on the DVD drive, using the holes nearest the center of the drive. i. Follow the instructions that come with the drive to set jumpers or switches, if there are any. Note: You might find it easier to install the new drive from the front and then attach the cables.
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Note: If you are installing a drive that contains a laser, observe the following safety precaution. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Statement 3: CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device.
Remove the air baffle (see “Removing the air baffle” on page 212). i. Remove the fan cage assembly (see “Removing the fan cage assembly” on page 243). IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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j. Disconnect the power and signal cables of the DVD drive from the system board. Pull the power and signal cables of the UltraSlim DVD drive through the slim slot on top of the 3.5-inch hard disk drive cage. l. Connect the power and signal cables to the UltraSlim DVD drive. (See “Internal cable routing and connectors”...
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(See “Internal cable routing and connectors” on page 164 for more information.) r. Reinstall the air baffle. s. Reinstall the fan cage assembly (see “Installing the fan cage assembly” on page 244.) IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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t. Rotate the power-supply cage assembly back into the server. Press the power-supply cage release tab and rotate the power-supply cage assembly into the chassis. u. Close the bezel. v. Install and lock the left-side cover (see “Installing the left-side cover” on page 181).
Lift the air baffle up and remove it from the server. 8. If you are instructed to return the air baffle, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Installing the air baffle To install the air baffle, complete the following steps: 1. With the rear (hinged) part of the air baffle lifted up, align the positioning pins on the ends of the air baffle with the locating holes in the server chassis and fan cage assembly.
8. Pull the adapter out of the adapter connector; then, lift the adapter out of the server. 9. If you are instructed to return the adapter, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Installing an adapter The following notes describe the types of adapters that the server supports and other information that you must consider when you install an adapter: v Locate the documentation that comes with the adapter and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this section. If you must change the switch or jumper settings on the adapter, follow the instructions that come with the adapter.
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5. If you are installing a full-length adapter, remove the blue adapter guide (if any) from the end of the adapter. Otherwise, continue with the next step. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Note: If the server is configured for RAID operation through an optional ServeRAID adapter, you might have to reconfigure your disk arrays after you install an adapter. See the ServeRAID documentation on the IBM ServeRAID Support CD for additional information about RAID operation and complete instructions for using ServeRAID Manager.
7. If you are instructed to return the rear adapter-retention bracket, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Installing the rear adapter-retention bracket To install the rear adapter-retention bracket, complete the following steps: 1. Insert the bottom hinge point on the rear adapter-retention bracket into the matching hole in the chassis; then, insert the top hinge point into the matching hole.
Removing and replacing Tier 2 CRUs 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. Removing the operator information panel assembly To remove the operator information panel assembly, complete the following steps: 1.
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5. Remove the power supply or power supplies from the power-supply cage (see “Removing a hot-swap power supply” on page 273). 6. Rotate the power-supply cage to its open position (see “Opening the power-supply cage” on page 154). 7. Remove the air baffle (see “Removing the air baffle” on page 212). 8.
10. Install and lock the left-side cover (see “Installing the left-side cover” on page 181). 11. Reconnect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the attached devices and turn on the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Removing a voltage regulator module Microprocessor 2 Heat sink 2 VRM connector To remove a voltage regulator module (VRM), complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 151. 2.
8. Install and lock the left-side cover (see “Installing the left-side cover” on page 181). 9. Reconnect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the attached devices and turn on the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Removing the virtual media key To remove the virtual media key, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 151. 2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and all external cables.
When two microprocessors are installed in the server, distribute the DIMMs between the two microprocessors to improve server performance. v The server supports a maximum of 16 single- or dual-rank DIMMs. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
v The maximum number of single-, dual-rank, ECC supported UDIMM the server supports is 12. v The memory controller has three registered DIMM channels per microprocessor (Channels 0, 1, and 2). Channels 0 and 1 support three DIMMS and Channel 2 supports two DIMMs.
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The following illustration shows the memory connector layout that is associated with each microprocessor. For example, DIMM connectors 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16 (DIMM connectors are shown underneath the boxes) are associated with microprocessor 2 socket (CPU2), and DIMM connectors 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 are associated with microprocessor 1 socket (CPU1).
7. Remove the air baffle (see “Removing the air baffle” on page 212). 8. Locate the DIMM connectors on the system board (see “System board internal connectors” on page 15). IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM connectors, handle the clips gently. 9. Move the DIMM retaining clips on the side of the DIMM connector to the open position by pressing the retaining clips away from the center of the DIMM connector.
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Enhance performance mode. The 1.35 V RDIMMs will function at 1.5 V The following notes describe the types of DIMMs that the server supports and other information that you must consider when you install DIMMs. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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1066, or 1333 MHz, PC3-10600R-999, registered or unbuffered, synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) with error correcting code (ECC). See http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/ serverproven/compat/us/ for a list of supported memory modules for the server. – The specifications of a DDR3 DIMM are on a label on the DIMM, in the following format.
Removing a USB embedded hypervisor flash device To remove a hypervisor flash device, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 149. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords. 3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the left-side cover” on page 181). 4. Unlock the retention latch by pushing it down toward the system board. 5. Grasp the flash device and pull to remove it from the connector. 6.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords. 3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the left-side cover” on page 181). 4. Rotate the adapter-retention brackets to the open position. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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5. Grasp the upgrade key and lift to remove it from connector on the ServeRAID adapter. 6. Close the rear adapter-retention bracket. Chapter 5. Removing and replacing server components...
4. Rotate the adapter-retention brackets to the open position. 5. Align the upgrade key with the connector on the ServeRAID adapter and push it into the connector until it is firmly seated. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
6. Close the rear adapter-retention bracket. 7. Install and lock the left-side cover (see “Installing the left-side cover” on page 181). 8. Lock the left-side cover. 9. Reconnect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the attached devices and turn on the server. Removing the bezel To remove the bezel, complete the following steps: 1.
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4. Press the retention tabs on each hinge assembly toward each other and pull the hinge assemblies out of the chassis. Note: You might need a flat-blade screwdriver to pry the hinge assemblies out of the chassis. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Note: The bezel also disengages from the chassis hinges if you rotate the bezel beyond 180° or if excessive pressure is applied to the bezel. Do not be alarmed, because this is how the bezel was designed. The bezel is designed with breakaway hinges so that you can easily reattach it to the chassis.
Press in on the rear of the sliding hinge mount until it extends beyond the edge of the bezel, and hold it in place. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
b. Align the sliding hinge mount with the hinge pin on the hinge assembly on the chassis. c. Press the sliding hinge mount against the hinge pin until the sliding hinge mount snaps onto the hinge pin. 4. Close the bezel. 5.
1. Align the guides on the fan cage with release latches on each side. 2. Push the fan cage assembly into the server until both release buttons click into place. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Note: Make sure that the fan cage is fully seated in the server and that both of the release buttons click into place. 3. If you removed any full-length PCI adapters, install them (see “Installing an adapter” on page 215). 4.
4. Open the bezel by pressing the button on the left edge of the bezel, and rotate the left side of the bezel away from the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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5. Disconnect the power and signal cables from the back of the tape drive. 6. Grasp the blue tabs on each side of the tape drive and press them inward while you pull the drive out of the server. 7. Note the location of the blue rails on the tape drive; then, remove the blue rails and save them for future use.
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Optical power cable SATA connector Power converter cable Tape drive 6. Connect one end of the tape drive signal cable to the tape drive and the other end to the connector on the system board. Route the cable through the plastic slots on the bottom of the chassis underneath the fan cage assembly.
15. Disconnect the USB cable from the USB cable and light path diagnostics assembly: a. Rotate the USB cable and light path diagnostics assembly mounting bracket so that you are looking at the rear of the bracket. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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b. Squeeze the retaining clips on each side of the USB cable connector and pull the USB cable away from the mounting bracket. 16. If you are instructed to return the USB cable and light path diagnostics assembly, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
274). 10. Install the bezel (see “Installing the bezel” on page 242). 11. Install and lock the left-side cover (see “Installing the left-side cover” on page 181). IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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12. Reconnect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the attached devices and turn on the server. Chapter 5. Removing and replacing server components...
When the backplane is clear of the drive-cage retention tabs, remove it from the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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12. If you are removing another SAS backplane, repeat steps 10 on page 254 and 11 on page 254 to remove the remaining backplane. 13. If you are instructed to return the 2.5-inch hard disk drive backplane, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
11. Install and lock the left-side cover (see “Installing the left-side cover” on page 181). 12. Reconnect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the attached devices and turn on the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Removing the 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive backplane To remove the 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive backplane from both the upper and bottom 3.5-inch disk drive cages, complete the following steps. 1. Read the safety information that begins on page viiand “Installation guidelines” on page 149.
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Installing the 3.5-inch hard disk drive backplane To install the 3.5-inch hard disk drive backplane on both the upper and bottom 3.5-inch disk drive cages, complete the following steps. 1. Insert the bottom tabs of the 3.5–inch hard disk drive backplane onto the lower lip of the drive cage.
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9. Install the left-side cover (see “Installing the left-side cover” on page 181). 10. Lock the left-side cover. 11. Reconnect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the attached devices and turn on the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Removing the simple-swap backplate To remove the simple-swap backplate, complete the following steps. 1. Read the safety information that begins on page viiand “Installation guidelines” on page 149. 2. Turn off the server and all attached devices; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables.
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13. Remove the simple-swap backplate and set it aside. 14. If you are instructed to return the simple-swap backplate, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Installing the simple-swap backplate To install the simple-swap backplate, complete the following steps. 1. Insert the bottom tabs of the replacement simple-swap backplate onto the slots on the lower lip of the drive cage. 2. Rotate the simple-swap backplate toward the drive cage (make sure to align it with the locator pin) until it locks in place in the retaining tabs of the spring-release latch on the drive cage.
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9. Install the left-side cover (see “Installing the left-side cover” on page 181). 10. Lock the left-side cover. 11. Reconnect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the attached devices and turn on the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Removing the 2.5-inch disk drive cage To remove the 2.5-inch hard disk drive cage, complete the following steps. 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 151. 2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and all external cables.
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14. If you are instructed to return the 2.5-inch disk drive cage, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Installing the 2.5-inch disk drive cage To install a 2.5-inch hard disk drive cage, complete the following steps: 1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the 2.5-inch disk drive cage to any unpainted metal surface on the server; then, remove the drive cage from the package.
9. Turn the server upright and open the bezel by pressing the button on the left edge of the bezel, and rotate the left side of the bezel away from the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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10. Remove all of the disk drives from the 3.5-inch disk drive cage (see “Removing a 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive” on page 190). 11. Disconnect the cables from the 3.5-inch disk drive backplane. 12. Disconnect the UltraSlim DVD drive cables from the system board if any. 13.
Note: Pull the power and signal cables of the UltraSlim DVD drive into the upper opening of the server first. Make sure the cables are not stuck when you slide the disk drive cage into the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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8. Align the holes in the edge of 3.5-inch disk drive cage with the holes in the edge of the server rack. 9. Insert the screws to secure the 3.5-inch disk drive cage in place. 10. Install any hot-swap hard disk drives that were removed from the drive cage (see “Installing a 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive”...
In some cases, you might need a screwdriver to press in on the clips. Feet 3. Reinstall the feet in the opposite location, with the tab on the feet extending beyond the edge of the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Removing a 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 that has this label attached.
To install a hot-swap power supply, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 151. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Attention: Static electricity that is released to internal server components when the server is powered-on might cause the server to halt, which might result in the loss of data. To avoid this potential problem, always use an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system when you work inside the server with the power on.
6. Rotate the power-supply cage to its open position (see “Opening the power-supply cage” on page 154). 7. Remove the air baffle (see “Removing the air baffle” on page 212). IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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8. Remove the power cable shield: a. Note how the power-supply cage cables are routed behind the power cable shield. b. Press down on the power cable shield retention latch. c. Slide the power cable shield toward the front of the server to disengage the locating tabs;...
3. Move the hinge inside the server chassis and align the screw holes with the holes in the chassis. 4. Secure the power-supply cage to the chassis, using three screws. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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5. Connect the power-supply cage cables and install the power cable shield: a. Route the system power and ADV power cables behind the power cable shield as shown in the illustration; then, connect the cables to the system board (see “System board internal connectors” on page 15). b.
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9. Install and lock the left-side cover (see “Installing the left-side cover” on page 181). 10. Reconnect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the attached devices and turn on the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Removing an extender card To remove an extender card, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 151. 2. Turn off the server and all attached devices; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables.
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8. Pull the extender card out of the system board connector. 9. If you are instructed to return the extender card, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Installing an extender card To install an extender card, complete the following steps: 1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the extender card to any unpainted metal surface on the server; then, remove the extender card from the package. 2. Align the extender card with its connector on the system board; then, slide the extender card into the connector.
See “Thermal grease” on page 291 for more information. 9. Lift the microprocessor-release latch to the fully open position (approximately 135° angle); then, lift the bracket frame and remove the microprocessor from the socket. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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10. If you are removing microprocessor 2, remove the voltage regulator module (VRM) from the connector next to microprocessor socket 2. a. Open the retaining clips on each end of the VRM connector. b. Pull the VRM out of the connector. 11.
Some models support dual-core processors and quad-core processors. Do not use dual-core processors and quad-core processors in the same server. Install all dual-core or all quad-core processors in the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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To install a microprocessor, complete the following steps: 1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the microprocessor to any unpainted metal surface on the server; then, remove the microprocessor from the package. 2. Open the microprocessor socket by pressing down on the end of the release lever, moving it to the side, and slowly releasing it to the open (up) position.
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5. Close the microprocessor bracket frame and hold it down; then, close the microprocessor retention latch and lock it securely in place. 6. Install a heat sink on the microprocessor. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Touching the thermal grease will contaminate it. If the thermal grease is contaminated, call IBM service to request a replacement thermal grease kit. For information about installing the replacement thermal grease, see “Thermal grease” on page 291.
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11. Install and lock the left-side cover (see “Installing the left-side cover” on page 181). 12. Reconnect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the attached devices and turn on the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Thermal grease The thermal grease must be replaced whenever the heat sink has been removed from the top of the microprocessor and is going to be reused or when debris is found in the grease. To replace damaged or contaminated thermal grease on the microprocessor and heat sink, complete the following steps: 1.
10. If you are instructed to return the heat-sink retention module, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Installing a heat-sink retention module Alignment triangle To install a heat-sink retention module, complete the following steps: 1. Place the heat-sink retention module in the microprocessor location on the system board. 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, install the four screws that secure the module to the system board.
10. If you are instructed to return the microprocessor retention module, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Installing a microprocessor retention module To install a microprocessor retention module, complete the following steps: 1. Orient the triangle-shaped indicator on one corner of the microprocessor retention module to the corresponding alignment triangle on the system board; then, place the retention module on the system board. 2.
The cable sockets on the system board are fragile. Any damage to the cable sockets may require replacing the system board. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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10. Remove any of the following components that are installed on the system board and put them in a safe, static-protective place: v Adapters (see “Removing an adapter” on page 214). v Extender card (see “Removing an extender card” on page 281). v DIMMs (see “Removing a memory module”...
5. Reconnect any cables to the system board that you disconnected during removal (see “System board internal connectors” on page 15 and “Internal cable routing and connectors” on page 164). IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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6. Install the fan cage assembly (see “Installing the fan cage assembly” on page 244). 7. Install the air baffle (see “Installing the air baffle” on page 213). 8. Return the power-supply cage to its closed position (see “Closing the power-supply cage”...
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“Using the Setup utility” on page 303. v Boot Selection Menu program The Boot Selection Menu program is part of the IBM System x Server Firmware. Use it to override the startup sequence that is set in the Setup utility and temporarily assign a device to be first in the startup sequence.
4. Click System x3400 M3 to display the matrix of downloadable files for the server. Download the latest firmware for the server; then, install the firmware, using the instructions that are included with the downloaded files. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
CD image. v IBM System x Server Firmware code is stored in ROM on the system board. v IMM firmware is stored in ROM on the IMM on the system board.
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Select this choice to view or set the POST loader watchdog timer value. - Reboot System on NMI Enable or disable restarting the system whenever a nonmaskable interrupt (NMI) occurs. Enabled is the default. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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- Commands on USB Interface Preference Select this choice to enable or disable the Ethernet over USB interface on IMM. - Network Configuration Select this choice to view the system management network interface port, the IMM MAC address, the current IMM IP address, and host name; define the static IMM IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address;...
A system administrator who types the administrator password has access to the full Setup utility menu; the system administrator can give the user authority to set, IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
change, and delete the power-on password. A user who types the power-on password has access to only the limited Setup utility menu; the user can set, change, and delete the power-on password, if the system administrator has given the user that authority. Attention: If you set an administrator password and then forget it, there is no way to change, override, or remove it.
Setup utility. Starting the backup server firmware The system board contains a backup copy area for the IBM System x Server Firmware (server firmware). This is a secondary copy of server firmware that you update only during the process of updating server firmware. If the primary copy of the server firmware becomes damaged, use this backup copy.
When you use the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, you do not need setup diskettes. You can use the CD to configure any supported IBM server model. The setup program provides a list of tasks that are required to set up your server model.
The default settings for the Power Policy option are set by the IMM. To change the Power Policy option to the default settings, complete the following steps: 1. Turn on the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Note: Approximately 20 seconds after the server is connected to AC power, the power-control button becomes active. 2. When the prompt <F1> Setup is displayed, press F1. If you have set an administrator password, you must type the administrator password to access the full Setup utility menu.
4. Select Add Boot Option; then, select Embedded Hypervisor. Press Enter, and then select Esc. 5. Select Change Boot Order and then select Commit Changes; then, press Enter. 6. Select Save Settings and then select Exit Setup. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Using the remote presence capability and blue-screen capture The remote presence and blue-screen capture features are integrated functions of the integrated management module (IMM). When the optional IBM Virtual Media Key is installed in the server, it activates the remote presence functions. The virtual media key is required to enable the integrated remote presence and blue-screen capture features.
4. Click Continue to start the session. The System Health page provides a quick view of the system status. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
To find updated information about configuring the controllers, complete the following steps. Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. The actual procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document. 1. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/.
You must replace the system board. When you have finished changing settings, press Esc to exit from the program; select Save to save the settings that you have changed. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
8. Exit the Setup utility. IBM Advanced Settings Utility The IBM Advanced Settings Utility (ASU) program is an alternative to the Setup utility for modifying UEFI settings. Use the ASU program online or out-of-band to modify UEFI settings from the command line without the need to restart the server to access the Setup utility.
Updating IBM Systems Director If you plan to use IBM Systems Director to manage the server, you must check for the latest applicable IBM Systems Director updates and interim fixes. Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. The actual procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document.
The ASU is an online tool that supports several operating systems. Make sure that you download the version for your operating system. You can download the ASU from the IBM Web site. To download the ASU and update the UUID, complete the following steps.
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Advanced Settings Utility (ASU). g. In the next window under Related Information, click the Advanced Settings Utility link. v Remote LAN access, type the command: IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
The ASU is an online tool that supports several operating systems. Make sure that you download the version for your operating system. You can download the ASU from the IBM Web site. To download the ASU and update the DMI, complete the following steps.
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The IMM account (1 of 12 accounts). The default value is USERID. imm_password The IMM account password (1 of 12 accounts). The default value is PASSW0RD (with a zero 0 not an O). IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Note: If you do not specify any of these parameters, ASU will use the default values. When the default values are used and ASU is unable to access the IMM using the online authenticated LAN access method, ASU will automatically use the following unauthenticated KCS access method. The following commands are examples of using the userid and password default values and not using the default values: Examples that do not use the userid and password default values:...
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Tools Center Web site at http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/ v1r0/index.jsp. From the left pane, click IBM System x and BladeCenter Tools Center, then click Tool reference for the available tools. 5. Restart the server. IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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 section contains information about where to go for additional information about IBM and IBM products, what to do if you experience a problem with your system, and whom to call for service, if it is necessary.
You can find service information for IBM systems and optional devices at http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/. Software service and support Through IBM Support Line, you can get telephone assistance, for a fee, with usage, configuration, and software problems with System x and xSeries servers, BladeCenter products, IntelliStation workstations, and appliances. For information about which products are supported by Support Line in your country or region, see http://www.ibm.com/services/sl/products/.
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(JEITA) statement Japanese Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) Confirmed Harmonics Guideline (products less than or equal to 20 A per phase) Korean Class A warning statement IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class A statement People's Republic of China Class A electronic emission statement Taiwan Class A compliance statement Appendix B. Notices...
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199 removing 197 error symptoms 75 fan cage DVD drive assembly, installing 244 activity LED 10 assembly, removing 243 eject button 10 FCC Class A notice 330 IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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77 3.5-inch drive cage 270 adapter 215 extender card 283 heat-sink retention module 293 IBM Advanced Settings Utility, overview 317 microprocessor 286 IBM Support Line 326 microprocessor retention module 295 IBM Systems Director, updating 318 operator information panel assembly 222...
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United States electronic emission Class A notice 330 installing 263 United States FCC Class A notice 330 removing 261 Universal Serial Bus (USB) problems 89 size 8 UpdateXpress 3 slots 7 IBM System x3400 M3 Types 7378 and 7379: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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302 IBM Systems Director 318 server configuration 301 port problems 89 USB cable and light path diagnostics assembly installing 252 removing 250 USB connectors front 10 rear 12 using boot selection menu program 308 embedded hypervisor 312 LSI Configuration Utility 315...
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Part Number: 00KC028 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 00KC028...