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IBM 8480 - Eserver xSeries 205 User Manual

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  • Page 1 xSeries 205 Type 8480 User’s Guide...
  • Page 3 IBM xSeries 205 Type 8480 User’s Guide...
  • Page 4 Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the information in Appendix B, “Warranty information” on page 29. Second Edition (September 2002) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2002. All rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Purchasing additional services........31 IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000 .
  • Page 6 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement ....43 Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement ....44 Avis de conformité...

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen. Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza. Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...
  • Page 8 First, attach all cables to devices. First, remove power cords from outlet. Attach signal cables to connectors. Remove signal cables from connectors. Attach power cords to outlet. Remove all cables from devices. Turn device ON. IBM xSeries 205Type 8480:User’s Guide...
  • Page 9 Statement 2: CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer.
  • Page 10 The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. viii IBM xSeries 205Type 8480:User’s Guide...
  • Page 11 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.
  • Page 12 IBM xSeries 205Type 8480:User’s Guide...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1. Introducing The Xseries 205 Type 8480 Server

    27. The following illustration shows the locations of the server model and serial number labels. You will need these numbers to register your server with IBM. Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.

  • Page 14: Related Publications

    This printed publication contains basic setup and installation instructions. • Option Installation Guide This publication is in PDF on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. It contains complete instructions for installing, removing, and connecting optional devices that your server supports. •...

  • Page 15: Features And Specifications

    Dual-channel bus mastering IDE Power consumption and heat your model) controller output vary depending on the • Support for IBM Remote Supervisor • Two 5.25-in. bays (one CD- number and type of optional Adapter ROM drive installed) features installed and the power- •...

  • Page 16: What Your Xseries 205 Type 8480 Server Offers

    Your server includes: • IBM X-Architecture technology IBM X-Architecture features leverage proven innovative IBM technologies to build powerful, scalable, reliable Intel-processor-based servers. X-Architecture ™ features include Light Path Diagnostics , hot swappable hard disk drives, and predictive failure analysis (PFA).

  • Page 17: Reliability, Availability, And Serviceability Features

    • IBM Director IBM Director is a workgroup-hardware-management tool that you can use to centrally manage xSeries servers. For more information about IBM Director, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/software/sysmgmt/ on the World Wide Web. • Device Drivers and IBM Enhanced Diagnostics CD Your server comes with a Device Drivers and Enhanced Diagnostics CD.

  • Page 18: Server Controls And Leds

    Power-control button: Press this button to turn the server on and off manually. Ethernet transmit/receive activity LED: When this LED on the Ethernet connector is lit, it indicates that there is activity between the server and the network. IBM xSeries 205Type 8480:User’s Guide...

  • Page 19: Server Connectors

    Server connectors The following illustration shows the connectors on the rear of the server. Rear View: Power cord Mouse Keyboard Parallel Serial 1 Serial 2 USB 1 USB 2 Ethernet Line out (green) Line in (blue) Mic (pink) Video Power-cord connector: Connect the power cord to this connector. ®...

  • Page 20: Server Power Features

    If the Wake on LAN feature turned on the server, the Wake on LAN feature can turn off the server. • You can remove all power from the computer by disconnecting the server from the ac power source. IBM xSeries 205Type 8480:User’s Guide...
  • Page 21 Standby mode: When the server is connected to an ac power source but has not been turned on, it is in Standby mode. When the server is in Standby mode, the operating system is not running, and all core logic except for the service processor is shut down.
  • Page 22 IBM xSeries 205Type 8480:User’s Guide...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2. Configuring Your Server

    ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD provides software setup tools and installation tools that are specifically designed for your IBM server. Use this CD during the initial installation of your server to configure basic hardware features and to simplify your network operating system (NOS) installation.

  • Page 24: Configuration/Setup Utility Menu Choices

    1. You can press F1 to display help information for a selected menu item. 2. The choices on some menus might differ slightly, depending on the BIOS version in your server. The following choices are available from the main menu: • System Summary IBM xSeries 205Type 8480:User’s Guide...
  • Page 25 Select this choice to enable or disable the Alert Standard Format (ASF) POST function. If you enable this function, you can manage the server remotely from another system using a system management software program, such as IBM Director Agent. — Audio Support Select this choice to enable or disable audio support.
  • Page 26 Left Arrow (←) and Right Arrow (→) keys. Choices available include the diskette drive, hard disk drives, and the network. 4. After customizing the desired order of startup devices, press Esc until you return to the main menu. IBM xSeries 205Type 8480:User’s Guide...
  • Page 27 You can select Auto to speed up the system POST process by bypassing some testing procedures. — Power On Logos Select Enabled to display the IBM logo during POST. — Keyboard NumLock State Select Enabled to activate the keyboard numbers lock upon startup.
  • Page 28 This field controls the Advanced Power Management (APM) support to your operating system. Enable this setting when your operating system supports APM-enabled servers. Select Enabled to reduce power consumption or Disabled to deactivate the power-management features and timers. IBM xSeries 205Type 8480:User’s Guide...
  • Page 29 — IDE Hard Disk Standby Timer This field controls what IRQ the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) uses. — Time to Low Power Select this choice to set the time that will elapse from the last keyboard or mouse activity until the server assumes a low power sleep state. —...

  • Page 30: Using Passwords

    4. Type the password again in the Enter Password Again field and press Enter. 5. Press Enter to Set or Change Password. The setting in the User Password field changes to Present. 6. Select Save Settings and press Enter. IBM xSeries 205Type 8480:User’s Guide...
  • Page 31 If you set a user password, you can then enable Password on Boot. If you enable this setting, you must type a user password when you start the server. Setting the password check jumper: The following illustration shows the location of the password check jumper (JP1) on the system board. Password check jumper (JP1)

  • Page 32: Enabling Broadcom Netxtreme Gigabit Ethernet Boot Agent

    If a later version of the ServerGuide program is available, you can download a free image of the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, or you can purchase the CD. To download the latest ServerGuide program, go to the IBM ServerGuide Web page at http://www.ibm.com/pc/qtechinfo/MIGR-4ZKPPT.html. To purchase the latest ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, see the “ServerGuide Updates”...

  • Page 33: Setup And Configuration Overview

    Setup and configuration overview 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 ServerGuide program checks your system BIOS, service processors, and other system hardware to determine if system updates are available.

  • Page 34: System Partition

    2. The ServerGuide program stores information about the server model, service processor, hard disk drive controllers, and network adapters. Then, the program checks the CD for newer device drivers. This information is stored and then passed to the operating-system installation program. IBM xSeries 205Type 8480:User’s Guide...

  • Page 35: Setting Up Or Updating Multiple Servers

    If you have already configured the server hardware and you decide not to use the ServerGuide program to install your operating system, complete the following steps to download the latest operating-system installation instructions from the IBM Support Web page: 1. Go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/.

  • Page 36: Using The Scsiselect Utility Program

    For information about configuring your Ethernet controller, see the Device Drivers and IBM Enhanced Diagnostics CD that comes with your server. For updated information about configuring your Ethernet controller, go to the IBM Support Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ and navigate to the area for your specific server type.

  • Page 37: Scsiselect Menu Choices

    SCSISelect menu choices The following choices appear on the SCSISelect Utility menu: • Configure/View Host Adapter Settings Select this choice to view or change the SCSI controller settings. To reset the SCSI controller to its default values, press F6; then, follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
  • Page 38 1. Turn off the server. 2. Restart the server. 3. Press F12. 4. Select the startup device. The next time the server is started, it returns to the startup sequence set in the Configuration/Setup Utility program. IBM xSeries 205Type 8480:User’s Guide...

  • Page 39: Appendix A. Getting Help And Technical Assistance

    If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from IBM to assist you. This appendix contains information about where to go for additional information about IBM and IBM products, what to do if you experience a problem with your xSeries or ®...

  • Page 40: Software Service And Support

    Setting up e-mail notification of technical updates about your products Software service and support Through IBM Support Line, you can get telephone assistance, for a fee, with usage, configuration, and software problems with xSeries servers, IntelliStation workstations, and appliances. For information about which products are supported by Support Line in your country or region, go to http://www.ibm.com/services/sl/products/.

  • Page 41: Appendix B. Warranty Information

    Prior to on-site warranty service, you are required to go through problem determination with an IBM service specialist call center technician. A warranty period of 3 years on parts and 1 year on labor means that IBM will provide warranty service without charge for: 1.

  • Page 42: Warranty Service And Support

    If you travel with your xSeries or IntelliStation system or relocate it to a country or region where your system is sold and serviced by IBM or IBM resellers authorized to perform warranty service, International Warranty Service (IWS) is available during the warranty period.

  • Page 43: Purchasing Additional Services

    Purchasing additional services During and after the warranty period, you can purchase additional services, such as support for IBM and non-IBM hardware, operating systems, and application programs; network setup and configuration; upgraded or extended hardware repair services; and custom installations. Service availability and service name might vary by country or region.

  • Page 44: Ibm Statement Of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000

    Country-unique Terms. The terms of Part 2 replace or modify those of Part 1. The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to Machines you purchase for your use, and not for resale, from IBM or your reseller. The term “Machine” means an IBM machine, its features, conversions, upgrades, elements, or accessories, or any combination of them.
  • Page 45 IBM or your reseller of changes in a Machine's location. IBM is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine while it is 1) in IBM's possession or 2) in transit in those cases where IBM is responsible for the transportation charges.

  • Page 46: Part 2 - Country-Unique Terms

    “Machine” includes Machine Code and Licensed Internal Code. This limit also applies to IBM's suppliers and your reseller. It is the maximum for which IBM, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS IBM LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: 1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES (OTHER THAN THOSE UNDER THE FIRST ITEM LISTED ABOVE);...
  • Page 47 Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this Section: Where IBM is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation, IBM's liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods.
  • Page 48 PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA (PRC) Governing Law: The following replaces this Section: Both you and IBM consent to the application of the laws of the State of New York (except when local law requires otherwise) to govern, interpret, and enforce all your and IBM’s rights, duties, and obligations arising from, or relating in any manner to, the...
  • Page 49 The minimum warranty period for Machines is six months. In case IBM or your reseller is unable to repair an IBM Machine, you can alternatively ask for a partial refund as far as justified by the reduced value of the unrepaired Machine or ask for a cancellation of the respective agreement for such Machine and get your money refunded.
  • Page 50 Limitation of Liability: The following replaces item 2 in this Section: as to any other actual direct damages, IBM's liability will be limited to the total amount you paid for the Machine that is the subject of the claim. For purposes of this item, the term “Machine”...
  • Page 51 The following item is added to this paragraph: 3. breach of IBM's obligations implied by Section 12 of the Sale of Goods Act 1979 or Section 2 of the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982.
  • Page 52 IBM xSeries 205Type 8480:User’s Guide...

  • Page 53: Appendix C. Notices

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

  • Page 54: Trademarks

    Lotus, Lotus Notes, SmartSuite, and Domino are trademarks of Lotus Development Corporation and/or IBM Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. Intel, Celeron, LANDesk, MMX, NetBurst, Pentium, Pentium II Xeon, Pentium III Xeon, and Xeon are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both.

  • Page 55: Electronic Emission Notices

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

  • Page 56: Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement

    Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement Power cords For your safety, IBM provides a power cord with a grounded attachment plug to use with this IBM product. To avoid electrical shock, always use the power cord and plug with a properly grounded outlet.
  • Page 57 IBM power cords for a specific country or region are usually available only in that country or region. IBM power cord part Used in these countries and regions number 13F9940 Argentina, Australia, China (PRC), New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Uruguay, Western Samoa...
  • Page 58 IBM xSeries 205Type 8480:User’s Guide...

  • Page 59: Index

    7 functions 3 universal serial bus (USB) 7 network environment support 4 depth 3 jumper Device Drivers and IBM Enhanced Diagnostics CD 5 boot block 19 diskette password check 19 drive activity LED 6 eject button 6 diskette drive...
  • Page 60 using 20 setting administrator password 18 password check jumper 19 memory user password 18 modules 4 setting up specifications 3, 4 multiple servers 23 system 4 setup model number 1 with ServerGuide 21 size 3 software coupon ServerGuide 20 specifications NOS installation memory 3 with ServerGuide 22...
  • Page 61 X-Architecture features 4 technologies 1 Index...
  • Page 62 Book Title...
  • Page 64 Part Number: 02R2937 Printed in the United States of America. 2R2937...

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