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Installing the IBM Power System S914
(9009-42A)
IBM
GI11-9904-05

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  • Page 1 Power Systems Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-42A) GI11-9904-05...
  • Page 2 “Notices” on page 23, the IBM Systems Safety Notices manual, G229-9054, and the IBM Environmental Notices and User Guide, Z125–5823. This edition applies to IBM Power Systems servers that contain the POWER9 processor and to all associated models. ©...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety notices......................v Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-41A) ..........1 Installing a rack-based server........................1 Prerequisite for installing the rack-mounted server................1 Completing inventory for your server....................1 Determining and marking the location in the rack................2 Attaching the mounting hardware to the rack..................4 Installing the system into the rack......................

  • Page 5: Safety Notices

    Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: • If IBM supplied the power cord(s), connect power to this unit only with the IBM provided power cord. Do not use the IBM provided power cord for any other product.
  • Page 6 • To avoid hazardous conditions due to uneven mechanical loading, always install the heaviest devices in the bottom of the rack cabinet. Always install servers and optional devices starting from the bottom of the rack cabinet. vi Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-42A)
  • Page 7 • Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces. Do not place objects on top of rack-mounted devices. In addition, do not lean on rack mounted devices and do not use them to stabilize your body position (for example, when working from a ladder). •...
  • Page 8 DANGER: Hazardous voltage, current, or energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. Do not open any cover or barrier that contains this label. (L001) (L002) viii Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-42A)
  • Page 9 DANGER: Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces. Do not place objects on top of rack-mounted devices. In addition, do not lean on rack-mounted devices and do not use them to stabilize your body position (for example, when working from a ladder). Stability hazard: •...
  • Page 10 DANGER: Multiple power cords. The product might be equipped with multiple AC power cords or multiple DC power cables. To remove all hazardous voltages, disconnect all power cords and power cables. (L003) (L007) CAUTION: A hot surface nearby. (L007) x Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-42A)
  • Page 11 Exchange only with the IBM-approved part. Recycle or discard the battery as instructed by local regulations. In the United States, IBM has a process for the collection of this battery. For information, call 1-800-426-4333. Have the IBM part number for the battery unit available when you call.
  • Page 12 Be sure winch is locked in position before releasing handle. Read instruction page before operating this winch. Never allow winch to unwind freely. xii Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-42A)
  • Page 13 Freewheeling will cause uneven cable wrapping around winch drum, damage cable, and may cause serious injury. • This TOOL must be maintained correctly for IBM Service personnel to use it. IBM shall inspect condition and verify maintenance history before operation. Personnel reserve the right not to use TOOL if inadequate.
  • Page 14 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-42A)

  • Page 15: Installing The Ibm Power System S914 (9009-41A)

    About this task You might need to read the following documents before you begin to install the server: • The latest version of this document is maintained online. See Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-42A) (http://www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9eg1/p9eg1_roadmap.htm). • To plan your server installation, see Planning for the system (http://www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9had/p9had_90x_kickoff.htm).

  • Page 16: Determining And Marking The Location In The Rack

    If you have incorrect, missing, or damaged parts, consult any of the following resources: • Your IBM reseller. • IBM Rochester manufacturing automated information line at 1-800-300-8751 (United States only). • The Directory of worldwide contacts website http://www.ibm.com/planetwide. Select your location to view the service and support contact information.
  • Page 17 8. On the right side, find the EIA unit that corresponds to the bottom EIA unit marked on the front of the rack. 9. Mark the bottom hole in the EIA unit and the top hole in the EIA unit. 10. Mark the corresponding holes on the left side of the rack. Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-41A) 3...

  • Page 18: Attaching The Mounting Hardware To The Rack

    Do not install mismatched hardware by using washers or spacers. If you do not have the correct rails and fittings for your rack, contact your IBM reseller. To install the rack-mounting hardware into the rack, complete the following steps: Procedure 1.
  • Page 19 3. Swivel the rail retention bracket out (3) and pull the front of the rail toward the front of the rack, until the pins are aligned with the correct holes in the rack (4). Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-41A) 5...
  • Page 20 Figure 4. Swiveling the retention bracket and aligning the pins 4. Swivel the rail retention bracket so that it locks onto the rack flange (5). 6 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-42A)

  • Page 21: Installing The System Into The Rack

    • If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, just prior to removing the product from ESD packaging and installing or replacing hardware, touch an unpainted metal surface of the system for a minimum of 5 seconds. CAUTION: This system requires three people to install the system into the rack. Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-41A) 7...
  • Page 22 Figure 6. Place the server onto the mounting hardware 3. Push the release buttons on both rails (1) and push the server (2) all the way into the rack until it clicks into place. 8 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-42A)

  • Page 23: Installing The Cable-Management Arm

    To install the cable-management arm, complete the following steps: Procedure 1. Ensure that you have the following parts. Item Description Inner cable management arm tab Inner mounting bracket Outer cable management arm tab Outer mounting bracket Extension tab Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-41A) 9...
  • Page 24 (1) so that it swivels in the opposite direction (2). 10 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-42A)
  • Page 25 Figure 10. Inserting the mounting brackets 4. On the opposite side of the rack, insert the extension tab (E) to the outer cable management arm tab (F) until it clicks into place. Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-41A) 11...

  • Page 26: Cabling The Server And Setting Up A Console

    ASCII null modem terminal” on page Hardware AIX, IBM i, Linux, Ethernet (or cross- “Cabling the server Management or VIOS over cable) to the HMC” on Console (HMC) page 14. 12 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-42A)
  • Page 27 • If your system has two power supplies, attach one power supply to each of the two PDUs. • If your system has four power supplies, plug E1 and E2 to PDU A and E3 and E4 to PDU B. Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-41A) 13...
  • Page 28 2. In the work area, view and record the information that appears in the HMC Code Level section, including the HMC version, release, Service Pack, build level, and base versions. To cable the server to the HMC, complete the following steps: 14 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-42A)
  • Page 29 4. Continue with “Cabling the server and connecting expansion units” on page 18. Cabling the server and accessing Operations Console You can use Operations Console to manage a server that is running the IBM i operating system even if you do not have logical partitions.
  • Page 30 Operations Console. The system might take 20 - 30 minutes to complete this action. If A6005008 is displayed on the control panel, this means that no Operations Console is available. This might indicate that the system is not preinstalled with IBM i and you must set the console type to LAN.
  • Page 31 6. Perform this step if the system is not preinstalled with IBM i. For setting the console type to LAN, complete the following steps: a. Enable the control panel functions by completing the following steps: 1) Select function 25 on the control panel and press Enter. The return code must be 00.

  • Page 32: Cabling The Server And Connecting Expansion Units

    Note: If a plug is covering a port that you need to use on the rear of the system, remove and discard it. The port covers ensure that you are reminded that you must reset the Administrator password on your managed system upon initial system IPL. 18 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-42A)

  • Page 33: Completing The Server Setup

    For more information about setting passwords for the managed system by using the HMC, see Setting passwords for the managed system (http://www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/ p9hai/p9hai_setpassword_enh.htm). 3. Update the time of day on the managed system by using the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI). Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-41A) 19...
  • Page 34 For more information about starting a system or logical partition by using the HMC, see Starting a system or logical partition by using the HMC. 8. To power on a managed system, complete the following steps: a. In the contents area, select the managed system. 20 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-42A)
  • Page 35 • Install the VIOS operating system. For instructions, see Installing VIOS (https://www.ibm.com/ support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9hb1/p9hb1_vios_install.htm). • Install the IBM i operating system. For instructions, see Installing the IBM i operating system (http://www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9hdx/p9hdx_ibmi.htm). 11. You have now completed the steps to install your server.
  • Page 36 • Install the VIOS operating system. For instructions, see Installing VIOS (http://www.ibm.com/ support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9hch/p9hch_installvios.htm). • Install the IBM i operating system. For instructions, see Installing the IBM i operating system (http:// www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9hdx/p9hdx_ibmi.htm). 6. Update the system firmware, if required. • For instructions to get firmware fixes through the AIX or Linux operating system, see Getting server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux without a management console (http://www.ibm.com/support/...

  • Page 37: Notices

    Consult your local IBM representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that IBM product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any IBM intellectual property right may be used instead.

  • Page 38: Accessibility Features For Ibm Power Systems Servers

    This product uses standard navigation keys. Interface information The IBM Power Systems servers user interfaces do not have content that flashes 2 - 55 times per second. The IBM Power Systems servers web user interface relies on cascading style sheets to render content properly and to provide a usable experience.

  • Page 39: Privacy Policy Considerations

    Contact the vendor for accessibility information about its products. Related accessibility information In addition to standard IBM help desk and support websites, IBM has a TTY telephone service for use by deaf or hard of hearing customers to access sales and support services:...

  • Page 40: Class A Notices

    Class A Notices The following Class A statements apply to the IBM servers that contain the POWER9 processor and its features unless designated as electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Class B in the feature information. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 41 Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association Statement This statement explains the Japan JIS C 61000-3-2 product wattage compliance. This statement explains the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) statement for products less than or equal to 20 A per phase. This statement explains the JEITA statement for products greater than 20 A, single phase.
  • Page 42 Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der IBM empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. IBM übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung von IBM verändert bzw.

  • Page 43: Class B Notices

    Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Proper cables and connectors are available from IBM-authorized dealers. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.
  • Page 44 (JEITA) statement for products less than or equal to 20 A per phase. This statement explains the JEITA statement for products greater than 20 A, single phase. This statement explains the JEITA statement for products greater than 20 A per phase, three-phase. 30 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System S914 (9009-42A)

  • Page 45: Terms And Conditions

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  • Page 46 IBM reserves the right to withdraw the permissions granted herein whenever, in its discretion, the use of the publications is detrimental to its interest or, as determined by IBM, the above instructions are not being properly followed.
  • Page 48 IBM® Part Number: 29R2418 GI11-9904-05...

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