Chapter 2. Installing Optional Devices; Installation Guidelines - IBM X3610 Installation Manual

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Chapter 2. Installing optional devices

This chapter provides basic instructions for installing optional hardware devices in

the server. These instructions are intended for users who are experienced with

setting up IBM server hardware. If you need more detailed instructions, see the

User's Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD.

Statement 27:

CAUTION:

Hazardous moving parts are nearby.

Before you install optional devices, read the following information:

v Read the safety information that begins on page v and the guidelines in

v When you install your new server, take the opportunity to download and apply

v Before you install optional hardware, make sure that the server is working

v Observe good housekeeping in the area where you are working. Place removed

v If you must start the server while the cover is removed, make sure that no one is

"Handling static-sensitive devices" on page 11. This information will help you

work safely.

the most recent firmware updates. This step will help to ensure that any known

issues are addressed and that your server is ready to function at maximum levels

of performance. To download firmware updates for your server, 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/.

2. Under Product support, click System x.

3. Under Popular links, click Software and device drivers.

4. Click System x3610 to display the matrix of downloadable files for the server.

For additional information about tools for updating, managing, and deploying

firmware, see the System x and xSeries Tools Center at

http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp.

correctly. Start the server, and make sure that the operating system starts. If the

server is not working correctly, see Chapter 5, "Solving problems," on page 47 for

diagnostic information.

covers and other parts in a safe place.

near the server and that no tools or other objects have been left inside the

server.

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