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  • Page 1 Power Systems Disk drives or solid-state drives for the 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A...
  • Page 3 Power Systems Disk drives or solid-state drives for the 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A...
  • Page 4 Note Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in “Safety notices” on page vii, “Notices” on page 173, 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 POWER8 processor and to all associated models.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    . 39 Removing a disk drive or solid-state drive from the 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A system with the power turned off . 42 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2014, 2017...
  • Page 6 . 71 Preparing the 8284-21A or 8284-22A system to remove and replace a disk drive or solid-state drive by using the hot-spare function with the power turned on in IBM i . . 72 Removing a hot-spare disk drive or solid-state drive from the 8284-21A or 8284-22A system with the power turned on in IBM i .
  • Page 7 Configuring a disk drive or solid-state drive for use in an AIX system or AIX logical partition . . 114 Configuring a disk drive or solid-state drive for use in an IBM i system or IBM i logical partition . . 115 Configuring a disk drive or solid-state drive on a load source adapter for hot-spare protection by using the IBM i operating system .
  • Page 8 . 167 Deactivating the indicator light for a part by using AIX diagnostics . . 167 Deactivating the indicator light by using the IBM i operating system . . 168 Deactivating the indicator light by using the Linux operating system .

  • Page 9: Safety Notices

    Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v 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 10 – For racks with AC power, connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. Ensure that the outlet supplies proper voltage and phase rotation according to the system rating plate. – For racks with a DC power distribution panel (PDP), connect the customer’s DC power source to the PDP.
  • Page 11 v Each rack cabinet might have more than one power cord. – For AC powered racks, be sure to disconnect all power cords in the rack cabinet when directed to disconnect power during servicing. – For racks with a DC power distribution panel (PDP), turn off the circuit breaker that controls the power to the system unit(s), or disconnect the customer’s DC power source, when directed to disconnect power during servicing.
  • Page 12 CAUTION: Removing components from the upper positions in the rack cabinet improves rack stability during relocation. Follow these general guidelines whenever you relocate a populated rack cabinet within a room or building. v Reduce the weight of the rack cabinet by removing equipment starting at the top of the rack cabinet.
  • Page 13 DANGER: Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces. (L002) (L003) Safety notices...
  • Page 14 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) (L008) Disk drives or solid-state drives...
  • Page 15 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. (C003)
  • Page 16 Freewheeling will cause uneven cable wrapping around winch drum, damage cable, and may cause serious injury. (C048) Power and cabling information for NEBS (Network Equipment-Building System) GR-1089-CORE The following comments apply to the IBM servers that have been designated as conforming to NEBS (Network Equipment-Building System) GR-1089-CORE: Disk drives or solid-state drives...
  • Page 17 The equipment is suitable for installation in the following: v Network telecommunications facilities v Locations where the NEC (National Electrical Code) applies The intrabuilding ports of this equipment are suitable for connection to intrabuilding or unexposed wiring or cabling only. The intrabuilding ports of this equipment must not be metallically connected to the interfaces that connect to the OSP (outside plant) or its wiring.
  • Page 18 Disk drives or solid-state drives...

  • Page 19: Disk Drives Or Solid-State Drives For The 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, Or 8284-22A

    Disk drives or solid-state drives for the 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A Learn how to install, remove, and replace disk drives or solid-state drives (SSDs) for the IBM Elastic Storage Server Management Server (5148-21L), IBM Elastic Storage Server Data Server (5148-22L), IBM ®...

  • Page 20: With The Power Turned Off

    1. Ensure that the software that is required to support the feature is installed on your system. For information about software prerequisites, see the IBM Prerequisite website (http://www- 912.ibm.com/e_dir/eServerPrereq.nsf). If the required system firmware, software, or fix packs are not installed on your system, go to the Fix Central website (http://www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral/) to download and install them before you continue.
  • Page 21 Figure 2. Disk drive, solid-state drive, and service indicator locations for an expanded function system Note: When you have drive slots available in a system, enclosure, or expansion unit, fill the slot positions in the system first. However, you can choose a different disk drive or solid-state drive placement that depends on your data protection strategy.
  • Page 22 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) 8. Find the package that contains the new drive. Disk drives or solid-state drives...

  • Page 23: The Power Turned Off

    Attention: Drives are fragile. Handle with care. 9. Remove the drive from the static-protective package and place it on an ESD mat. Installing a disk drive in the 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A system with the power turned off: Learn how to install a disk drive in a system, with the system power turned off.
  • Page 24 Figure 4. Installing a disk drive in a base function 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A system Figure 5. Installing a disk drive in an expanded function 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A system Disk drives or solid-state drives...

  • Page 25: Preparing The 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, Or 8284-22A System For Operation After Installing A Disk Drive With The Power Turned Off

    “Configuring a disk drive or solid-state drive for use in an AIX system or AIX logical partition” on page 114. v “Configuring a disk drive or solid-state drive for use in an IBM i system or IBM i logical partition” on page 115.

  • Page 26: Preparing The Expanded Function 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, Or 8284-22A System To Install A Solid-State Drive With The Power Turned Off

    1. Ensure that the software that is required to support the feature is installed on your system. For information about software prerequisites, see the IBM Prerequisite website (http://www- 912.ibm.com/e_dir/eServerPrereq.nsf). If the required system firmware, software, or fix packs are not installed on your system, go to the Fix Central website (http://www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral/) to download and install them before you continue.
  • Page 27 Attention: v Attach an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap to the front ESD jack, to the rear ESD jack, or to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent the electrostatic discharge from damaging your hardware. v When you use an ESD wrist strap, follow all electrical safety procedures. An ESD wrist strap is used for static control.

  • Page 28: Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned Off

    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) 8. Find the package that contains the new drive. Attention: Drives are fragile.
  • Page 29 Figure 7. Removing the SSD cage cover to access the SSD slots in an expanded function system 4. With the SSD drive bay handle (A) in the unlocked position, pull the lever outward to gain access to the guide rails in the SSD slot. Support the bottom of the SSD as you align it with the guide rails in the SSD slot.

  • Page 30: Preparing The Expanded Function 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, Or 8284-22A System For Operation After Installing A Solid-State Drive With The Power Turned Off

    Figure 8. Installing an SSD in an expanded function 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A system 6. If you are installing more than one drive, repeat the steps in this procedure until all drives are installed. Preparing the expanded function 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A system for operation after installing a solid-state drive with the power turned off: Learn to prepare the system for operation after you install a solid-state drive (SSD) in the system, with the system power turned off.

  • Page 31: Aix

    “Configuring a disk drive or solid-state drive for use in an AIX system or AIX logical partition” on page 114. v “Configuring a disk drive or solid-state drive for use in an IBM i system or IBM i logical partition” on page 115.

  • Page 32: Preparing The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System To Install A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive With The Power Turned On In Aix

    1. Ensure that the software that is required to support the feature is installed on your system. For information about software prerequisites, see the IBM Prerequisite website (http://www- 912.ibm.com/e_dir/eServerPrereq.nsf). If the required system firmware, software, or fix packs are not installed on your system, go to the Fix Central website (http://www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral/) to download and install them before you continue.
  • Page 33 On the Diagnostic Operating Instructions display, press Enter to continue. d. On the Function Selection display, select Task Selection. e. Select RAID Array Manager. f. Select IBM SAS Disk Array Manager. g. Select Diagnostics and Recovery Options. h. Select SCSI and SCSI RAID Hot Plug Manager.

  • Page 34: Aix

    Installing a disk drive or solid-state drive in the 8284-21A or 8284-22A system with the power turned on in AIX Learn how to install a disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) in a system with the AIX operating system or AIX logical partition that controls the drive location powered on.
  • Page 35 7. On the console, select the drive that you want to install and then press Enter. 8. When the identify LED turns on solid, slide the drive all the way into the system, and push the drive carrier handle (A) in until it locks, as shown in the following figure. Figure 13 and Figure 14 on page 18.
  • Page 36 Figure 14. Installing a disk drive in an expanded function system 9. On the console, press Enter to indicate that you installed the drive. 10. If you are installing more than one drive, repeat the steps in this procedure until all drives are installed.
  • Page 37 Figure 15. Removing the SSD cage cover to access the SSD slots in an expanded function system 15. With the SSD drive bay handle (A) in the unlocked position, pull the lever outward to gain access to the guide rails in the SSD slot. Support the bottom of the SSD as you align it with the guide rails in the SSD slot.

  • Page 38: Preparing The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System For Operation After Installing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive With The Power Turned On In Aix

    Figure 16. Installing an SSD in an expanded function system 20. On the console, press Enter to indicate that you installed the drive. 21. If you are installing more than one drive, repeat the steps in this procedure until all drives are installed.

  • Page 39: Installing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive In The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned On In Ibm I

    IBM i Learn how to install a disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) in a system with the IBM i operating system or IBM i logical partition that controls the drive location powered on.

  • Page 40: Preparing The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System To Install A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive With The Power Turned On In Ibm I

    IBM i Learn about the steps you must complete before you install a disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) in a system with the IBM i operating system or IBM i logical partition that controls the drive location powered on.
  • Page 41 Sign on to service level authority. b. Type strsst in the command line of the IBM i session and then press Enter. c. Type your service tools user ID and service tools password in the Start Service Tools Sign On display, and then press Enter.

  • Page 42: Installing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive In The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned On In Ibm I

    Installing a disk drive or solid-state drive in the 8284-21A or 8284-22A system with the power turned on in IBM i Learn how to install a disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) in a system with the IBM i operating system or IBM i logical partition that controls the drive location powered on.
  • Page 43 v If you are installing a disk drive in a system, continue with step 3. v If you are installing an solid-state drive in an expanded function system, continue with step 13 on page 27. 3. If the slot you want to use contains a drive filler, remove the drive filler from the slot. To remove a filler from a base function system, complete the following steps: a.
  • Page 44 Important: Ensure that the drive is fully seated and is all the way into the system. Figure 23. Installing a disk drive in a base function system Figure 24. Installing a disk drive in an expanded function system 10. On the console, press Enter to indicate that you installed the drive. Disk drives or solid-state drives...
  • Page 45 12. Proceed to the procedure for preparing the system for operation. For instructions, see “Preparing the 8284-21A or 8284-22A system for operation after installing a drive with the power turned on in IBM i” on page 28. 13. To install an SSD in an expanded function 8284-21A or 8284-22A system, continue with the next step.

  • Page 46: Preparing The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System For Operation After Installing A Drive With The Power Turned On In Ibm I

    IBM i Learn to prepare the system for operation after you install a disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) in the system with the IBM i operating system or IBM i logical partition that controls the drive location powered on.

  • Page 47: Installing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive In The 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned On In Linux

    7. To configure the newly installed disk drive or solid-state drive, see “Configuring a disk drive or solid-state drive for use in an IBM i system or IBM i logical partition” on page 115. Installing a disk drive or solid-state drive in the 5148-21L, 5148-22L,...

  • Page 48: Or Solid-State Drive With The Power Turned On In Linux

    1. Ensure that the software that is required to support the feature is installed on your system. For information about software prerequisites, see the IBM Prerequisite website (http://www- 912.ibm.com/e_dir/eServerPrereq.nsf). If the required system firmware, software, or fix packs are not installed on your system, go to the Fix Central website (http://www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral/) to download and install them before you continue.
  • Page 49 3. To identify the available slot by using the iprconfig command, complete the following steps: a. Log in as root user. b. Type iprconfig on the command line of the Linux session, and then press Enter. The IBM Power RAID Configuration Utility display is shown.

  • Page 50: Installing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive In The 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned On In Linux

    6. Attach the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap. The ESD wrist strap must be connected to an unpainted metal surface until the service procedure is completed, and if applicable, until the service access cover is replaced. Attention: v Attach an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap to the front ESD jack, to the rear ESD jack, or to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent the electrostatic discharge from damaging your hardware.
  • Page 51 Figure 31. Removing a disk drive filler from a base function system For instructions to remove a filler from other systems, see “Removing a disk drive filler from the 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A” on page 97. 4. Unlock the drive bay handle (A) by pressing it and pulling it out toward you. If the handle is not all the way out, the drive does not slide into the system.
  • Page 52 Figure 32. Installing a disk drive in a base function system Figure 33. Installing a disk drive in an expanded function system 9. On the console, press Enter to indicate that you installed the drive. Disk drives or solid-state drives...
  • Page 53 10. If you are installing more than one drive, repeat the steps in this procedure until all drives are installed. 11. Proceed to the procedure for preparing the system for operation. For instructions, see “Preparing the 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A system for operation after installing a disk drive or solid-state drive with the power turned on in Linux”...

  • Page 54: Installing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive With The Power Turned On In Linux

    Figure 35. Installing an SSD in an expanded function system 20. On the console, press Enter to indicate that you installed the drive. 21. If you are installing more than one drive, repeat the steps in this procedure until all drives are installed.
  • Page 55 6. To verify that the new disk drive or solid-state drive is operational, complete the following steps: a. Log in as root user. b. Type iprconfig on the command line of the Linux session and press Enter. The IBM Power RAID Configuration Utility display is shown.

  • Page 56: Removing And Replacing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive In The 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, Or 8284-22A

    5147-024, ESLL, or ESLS storage enclosure, see Removing and replacing a disk drive or solid-state drive in the 5887 disk drive enclosure(http://www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER8/p8hal/ p8hal_5887_rnr_kickoff.htm) or Removing and replacing a disk drive or solid-state drive in the 5147-024, ESLL, or ESLS storage enclosure storage enclosure(http://www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER8/p8hal/p8hal_eslx_rnr_kickoff.htm). Removing and replacing a disk drive or solid-state drive in the...

  • Page 57: A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive With The Power Turned Off

    If the system or logical partition that controls the disk drive or solid-state drive location is running the IBM i operating system, see “Preparing the system to remove a disk drive or solid-state drive from a system or logical partition controlled by IBM i” on page 113.
  • Page 58 Figure 39. Disk drive, solid-state drive, and service indicator locations for an expanded function system 3. Identify the disk drive or solid-state drive to be removed and record the location information. For instructions, see “Identifying a part” on page 126. 4.
  • Page 59 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) 7. Find the package that contains the new drive. Attention: Drives are fragile.

  • Page 60: Removing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive From The 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned Off

    Removing a disk drive or solid-state drive from the 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A system with the power turned off Find information about removing a disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) from a system with the system power turned off. To remove a disk drive or solid-state drive from a system, complete the following steps: 1.
  • Page 61 Figure 41. Removing a disk drive from an expanded function system 4. Support the bottom of the drive as you slide it out of the system. Hold the drive by its sides. 5. If you are removing more than one drive, repeat the steps in this procedure until all drives are removed.
  • Page 62 Figure 42. Removing the SSD cage cover to access the SSD slots in an expanded function system 11. Unlock the drive bay handle (B) by pushing the handle latch (A) in the direction that is shown and pulling the drive handle (B) out toward you, as shown in Figure 43. If the handle is not all the way out, the solid-state drive cannot slide out of the system.

  • Page 63: Replacing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive In The 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned Off

    12. Support the bottom of the drive as you slide it out of the system. Hold the drive by its sides. 13. If you are not installing a replacement drive immediately, lock the drive bay handle (B) by rotating it inwards toward the system.
  • Page 64 Figure 45. Replacing a disk drive in an expanded function system 6. If you are installing more than one drive, repeat the steps in this procedure until all drives are installed. 7. Proceed to the procedure for preparing the system for operation. For instructions, see “Preparing the 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A system for operation after removing and replacing a drive with the power turned off”...

  • Page 65: Preparing The 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, Or 8284-22A System For Operation After Removing And Replacing A Drive With The Power Turned Off

    Figure 46. Replacing an SSD in an expanded function system 11. Lock the drive by rotating the bay handle (A) in the direction that is shown in Figure 46. 12. If you are installing more than one drive, repeat the steps in this procedure until all drives are installed.
  • Page 66 “Configuring a disk drive or solid-state drive for use in an AIX system or AIX logical partition” on page 114. v “Configuring a disk drive or solid-state drive for use in an IBM i system or IBM i logical partition” on page 115.

  • Page 67: Removing And Replacing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive In The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned On In Aix

    Removing and replacing a disk drive or solid-state drive in the 8284-21A or 8284-22A system with the power turned on in AIX Learn how to remove and replace a disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) in a system with the AIX operating system or AIX logical partition that controls the drive location powered on.
  • Page 68 Figure 48. Disk drive and service indicator locations for a base function system Figure 49. Disk drive, solid-state drive, and service indicator locations for an expanded function system 4. Find the package that contains the new drive. Attention: Drives are fragile. Handle with care. 5.

  • Page 69: Removing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive From The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned On In Aix

    Verify that all users of the device have been removed and that the device can be unconfigured. v If the device is in a Raid array that will go to a failed state when you remove the drive, the array must be deleted first. See Deleting a disk array(http://www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER8/p8ebj/sasdeletingasasdiskarray.htm).
  • Page 70 Figure 50. Removing a disk drive from a base function system Figure 51. Removing a disk drive from an expanded function system 4. Support the bottom of the drive as you slide it out of the system. Hold the drive by its sides. 5.
  • Page 71 6. If you are removing more than one drive, repeat the steps in this procedure until all drives are removed. 7. If you are not installing a replacement drive, install a filler in the empty slot to ensure proper air flow for cooling.

  • Page 72: Aix

    Figure 53. Removing an SSD from an expanded function system 13. Support the bottom of the drive as you slide it out of the system. Hold the drive by its sides. 14. Press Enter on the console to indicate that you removed the drive. The identify LED turns off. 15.
  • Page 73 7. When the identify LED turns on solid, slide the drive all the way into the system, and push the drive carrier handle (A) in until it locks, as shown in the following figure. Figure 54 and Figure 55 on page 56.
  • Page 74 Figure 55. Replacing a disk drive in an expanded function system 8. On the console, press Enter to indicate that you installed the drive. 9. If you are replacing more than one drive, repeat the steps in this procedure until all drives are replaced.

  • Page 75: Preparing The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System For Operation After Replacing A Drive With The Power Turned On In Aix

    Figure 56. Replacing an SSD in an expanded function system 17. On the console, press Enter to indicate that you installed the drive. 18. If you are installing more than one drive, repeat the steps in this procedure until all drives are installed.

  • Page 76: Removing And Replacing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive In The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned On In Ibm I

    8284-21A or 8284-22A system with the power turned on in IBM i Learn how to remove and replace a disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) in a system with the IBM i operating system or IBM i logical partition that controls the drive location powered on.

  • Page 77: Preparing The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System To Remove And Replace A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive With The Power Turned On In Ibm I

    Learn about the steps you must complete before you remove and replace a disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) in a system with the IBM i operating system or IBM i logical partition that controls the drive location powered on.
  • Page 78 c. Type your service tools user ID and service tools password in the Start Service Tools Sign On display. Press Enter. Note: The service tools password is case-sensitive. d. Select Work with disk units from the System Service Tools (SST) display, and then press Enter. e.
  • Page 79 9. Locate the disk drive or solid-state drive to be replaced and record the location information. Then, use the location information to activate the identify light for that drive. For instructions, see “Finding the location code and activating the indicator light for a part by using the IBM i operating system” on page 130.
  • Page 80 Device Concurrent Maintenance Type the choices, then press Enter. Specify either physical location or resource name. Physical location: U787A.001.1234567-P3-D4 Device resource name: Specify action as 1=Remove device 2=Install device Action to be performed ..: 1 Enter a time value between 00 and 19.

  • Page 81: Removing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive From The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned On In Ibm I

    IBM i Find information about removing a disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) from a system with the IBM i operating system or IBM i logical partition that controls the drive location powered on.
  • Page 82 “Replacing a disk drive or solid-state drive in the 8284-21A or 8284-22A system with the power turned on in IBM i” on page 66. 10. To remove a solid-state drive in an expanded function system, continue with the next step.
  • Page 83 Figure 64. Removing the SSD cage cover to access the SSD slots in an expanded function system 13. On the console, select the drive that you want to remove, and then press Enter. Important: v When you press Enter, after your selected time delay, the service indicator light comes on (solid) for 18 seconds.

  • Page 84: Replacing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive In The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned On In Ibm I

    IBM i Find information about replacing a disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) in a system with the IBM i operating system or IBM i logical partition that controls the drive location powered on.
  • Page 85 v In the example, U787A.001.1234567-P3-D4, you would install a disk drive in the system unit with type 9406, Model 520, sequence number 1234567, and disk drive or solid-state drive position P3–D4. v In the example, U5074.001.1234567-DB3-D32, you would install a disk drive or solid-state drive in the expansion unit with type 5074, model 001, sequence number 1234567, and disk drive or solid-state drive position DB3–D32.
  • Page 86 Figure 66. Replacing a disk drive in a base function system Figure 67. Replacing a disk drive in an expanded function system 10. On the console, press Enter to indicate that you installed the drive. Disk drives or solid-state drives...
  • Page 87 12. Proceed to the procedure for preparing the system for operation. For instructions, see “Preparing the 8284-21A or 8284-22A system for operation after removing and replacing a drive with the power turned on in IBM i” on page 70. To replace an SSD in an expanded function system, continue with the next step.

  • Page 88: Preparing The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System For Operation After Removing And Replacing A Drive With The Power Turned On In Ibm I

    IBM i Learn to prepare the system for operation after you replace a disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) in a system with the IBM i operating system or IBM i logical partition that controls the drive location powered on.

  • Page 89: Removing And Replacing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive By Using The Hot-Spare Function In The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned On In Ibm I

    Learn how to remove and replace a disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) by using the hot-spare function in a system with the IBM i operating system or an IBM i logical partition that controls the drive location powered on.

  • Page 90: The Hot-Spare Function With The Power Turned On In Ibm I

    Learn about the steps you must complete before you remove and replace a disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) by using the hot-spare function in a system with the IBM i operating system or IBM i logical partition that controls the drive location powered on.
  • Page 91 4. Locate the disk drive or solid-state drive to be replaced and record the location information. Then, use the location information to activate the identify light for that drive. For instructions, see “Finding the location code and activating the indicator light for a part by using the IBM i operating system” on page 130.
  • Page 92 Device Concurrent Maintenance Type the choices, then press Enter. Specify either physical location or resource name. Physical location: U787A.001.1234567-P3-D4 Device resource name: Specify action as 1=Remove device 2=Install device Action to be performed ..: 1 Enter a time value between 00 and 19.

  • Page 93: Removing A Hot-Spare Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive From The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned On In Ibm I

    Find information about removing a hot-spare disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) from a system with the IBM i operating system or IBM i logical partition that controls the drive location powered on. To remove a disk drive or solid-state drive from a system, complete the following steps: 1.
  • Page 94 Figure 74. Removing a disk drive from a base function system Figure 75. Removing a disk drive from an expanded function system 6. Support the bottom of the drive as you slide it out of the system. Hold the drive by its sides. 7.
  • Page 95 “Replacing a hot-spare disk drive or solid-state drive in the 8284-21A or 8284-22A system with the power turned on in IBM i” on page 78. 11. To remove an SSD in an expanded function system, continue with the next step.

  • Page 96: Replacing A Hot-Spare Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive In The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned On In Ibm I

    Find information about replacing a hot-spare disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) in a system with the IBM i operating system or IBM i logical partition that controls the drive location powered on. To replace a disk drive or solid-state drive in a system, complete the following steps: 1.
  • Page 97 b. The physical locations that you entered while you removed the disk drive or solid-state drive might still show on the display. If not, retype the physical location where you want to install the new disk drive or solid-state drive. v In the example, U787A.001.1234567-P3-D4, you would install a disk drive in the system unit with type 9406, Model 520, sequence number 1234567, and disk drive or solid-state drive position P3–D4.
  • Page 98 Figure 78. Replacing a disk drive in a base function system Figure 79. Replacing a disk drive in an expanded function system 10. On the console, press Enter to indicate that you installed the drive. Disk drives or solid-state drives...
  • Page 99 12. Proceed to the procedure for preparing the system for operation. For instructions, see “Preparing the 8284-21A or 8284-22A system for operation after removing and replacing a hot-spare drive with the power turned on in IBM i” on page 82. 13. To replace an SSD in an expanded function system, continue with the next step.

  • Page 100: Preparing The 8284-21A Or 8284-22A System For Operation After Removing And Replacing A Hot-Spare Drive With The Power Turned On In Ibm I

    IBM i Learn to prepare the system for operation after you replace a hot-spare disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) in a system with the IBM i operating system or IBM i logical partition that controls the drive location powered on.
  • Page 101 Note: This task takes several minutes to complete. h. When the disk drive is initialized and formatted, press F3 to return to the Work with Disk Units display. i. Select Start hot spare, and press Enter. j. Select the IOA with the new disk, then press Enter and press Enter again. k.

  • Page 102: 8284-21A, Or 8284-22A With The Power Turned On In Linux

    11. To configure the newly installed disk drive or solid-state drive, see “Configuring a disk drive or solid-state drive for use in an IBM i system or IBM i logical partition” on page 115. 12. To rebuild the data on the replacement disk drive or solid-state drive, see “Rebuilding data on a replacement disk drive or solid-state drive in a system or logical partition running the IBM i operating system”...
  • Page 103 Attention: v Attach an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap to the front ESD jack, to the rear ESD jack, or to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent the electrostatic discharge from damaging your hardware. v When you use an ESD wrist strap, follow all electrical safety procedures. An ESD wrist strap is used for static control.
  • Page 104 Type iprconfig on the command line of the Linux session and press Enter. The IBM Power RAID Configuration Utility display is shown. c. Select Analyze log. Press Enter. The Kernel Messages Log display is shown. Kernel Messages Log Select one of the following: 1.
  • Page 105 Removing and replacing the SAS RAID adapter(http://www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER8/p8ebj/p7ebjBDRemoveReplace.htm), and complete that procedure. m. From the IBM Power RAID Configuration Utility display, select Work with disk unit recovery. Press Enter. n. From the Work with Disk Unit Recovery display, select Concurrent remove device, and press Enter.

  • Page 106: Removing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive From The 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned On In Linux

    Concurrent Device Remove Choose a single location for remove operations 1=Select OPT Name SCSI Host/Resource Path Vendor Product ID Status --- ------ ---------------------------- -------- ---------------- -------------- 0/00-0E-00 Empty 0/00-0E-01 SG9XCA2E200GEIBM Active 0/00-0E-02 SG9XCA2E200GEIBM Failed 0/00-0E-03 SG9XCA2E200GEIBM Active 0/00-0E-04 SG9XCA2E200GEIBM Active 0/00-0E-05 Empty 0/00-0E-06...
  • Page 107 Figure 89. Removing a disk drive from a base function system Figure 90. Removing a disk drive from an expanded function system 4. Support the bottom of the drive as you slide it out of the system. Hold the drive by its sides. Disk drives or solid-state drives...
  • Page 108 5. If you are removing more than one drive, repeat the steps in this procedure until all drives are removed. 6. If you are not installing a replacement drive, install a filler in the empty slot to ensure proper air flow for cooling.

  • Page 109: Replacing A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive In The 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, Or 8284-22A System With The Power Turned On In Linux

    94. 3. On the console, complete the following steps: a. From the IBM Power RAID Configuration Utility display, select Work with disk unit recovery, and then press Enter. b. From the Work with Disk Unit Recovery display, select Concurrent add device. Press Enter. A Concurrent Device Add display similar to the following example is shown.
  • Page 110 Concurrent Device Add Choose a single location for add operations 1=Select OPT Name Platform Location Description Status --- ------ -------------------------- ------------------------- ---------------- U5887.001.Z065075-P1-D1 Empty U5887.001.Z065075-P1-D6 Empty U5887.001.Z065075-P1-D7 Empty U5887.001.Z065075-P1-D8 Empty U5887.001.Z065075-P1-D9 Empty e=Exit q=Cancel t=Toggle Figure 93. Example Concurrent Device Add display c.
  • Page 111 Figure 94. Replacing a disk drive in a base function system Figure 95. Replacing a disk drive in an expanded function system 9. On the console, press Enter on the Complete Device Concurrent Add display to indicate that the drive is installed. The service indicator stops flashing and turns off for that drive slot. Disk drives or solid-state drives...
  • Page 112 13. To replace an SSD in an expanded function system, continue with the next step. 14. On the console, complete the following steps: a. From the IBM Power RAID Configuration Utility display, select Work with disk unit recovery, and then press Enter.

  • Page 113: Preparing The 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, Or 8284-22A System For Operation After Removing And Replacing A Drive With The Power Turned On In Linux

    1. To verify that the new disk drive or solid-state drive is operational, complete the following steps: a. Log in as root user. b. Type iprconfig on the command line of the Linux session and press Enter. The IBM Power RAID Configuration Utility display is shown.
  • Page 114 Display Hardware Status Type option, press Enter. 1=Display hardware resource information details OPT Name PCI/SCSI Location Description Status --- ------ -------------------------- ------------------------- ---------------- 0000:01:00.0/0: PCI-E SAS RAID Adapter Operational 0000:01:00.0/0:0:0:0 Advanced Function SSD Active 0000:01:00.0/0:0:1:0 Advanced Function SSD Active 0000:01:00.0/0:0:2:0 Advanced Function SSD Active 0000:01:00.0/0:0:3:0...

  • Page 115: Related Procedures For Installing, Removing, And Replacing Disk Drives Or Solid-State Drives

    5. If applicable, replace the front cover. For instructions to replace the front cover on an expanded function system, see “Installing the front cover on a rack-mounted 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A system” on page 153. 6. To configure the newly installed disk drive or solid-state drive, see “Configuring a disk drive or solid-state drive for use in an Linux system or Linux logical partition”...
  • Page 116 When you are installing a disk drive or SSD in a system, drive enclosure, or an expansion unit, the slot you want to use can contain a disk drive filler. To remove the filler before you install a disk drive or SSD in the slot, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 117: Installing A Disk Drive Filler In The 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, Or 8284-22A

    Figure 101. Removing a disk drive filler from an expanded function system Return to the procedure that brought you here. Installing a disk drive filler in the 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A Find information about installing a disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) filler in the system, drive enclosure, or an expansion unit.
  • Page 118 Figure 102. Installing a disk drive filler in a system Figure 103. Installing a disk drive filler in an expanded function system Return to the procedure that brought you here. Disk drives or solid-state drives...

  • Page 119: Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive Locations And Service Indicators

    Learn about the disk drives or SSD locations and the location of the service indicators on the system or enclosure. If you are using logical partitions, go to Partitioning the server (http://www.ibm.com/ support/knowledgecenter/POWER8/p8hat/p8hat_kickoff.htm) for more information. Disk drive locations and service indicators for the 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L,...
  • Page 120 Figure 106 and Figure 107 show the front view and rear view of the 5887 disk drive enclosure and the disk drive locations in the 5887 disk drive enclosure. Figure 106. Front view of the 5887 disk drive enclosure showing the disk drive locations Figure 107.

  • Page 121: Disk Drive Locations And Service Indicators For The Esll And Esls Storage Enclosures

    Figure 108. Front view of the 5887 disk drive enclosure showing the service indicators Disk drive locations and service indicators for the ESLL and ESLS storage enclosures Learn about the disk drive locations and where the service indicators are located for the ESLL and ESLS storage enclosures.

  • Page 122: Solid-State Drive Configuration Rules

    Figure 110. Front view of the ESLS storage enclosure showing the disk drive locations Figure 111. Rear view of the enclosure Figure 112. Front view of the enclosure showing the service indicators Solid-state drive configuration rules Find information about configuration details of the solid-state drives (SSDs) before you install them in the system, enclosure, or an expansion unit.
  • Page 123 After you review the configuration rules, you can install the drive as you would any other disk drive. Attention: Before you install an SSD in your system, ensure that both the SSD and the adapters have all the prerequisite updates. To check for the prerequisites, go to the IBM Prerequisite website(www- 912.ibm.com/e_dir/eServerPrereq.nsf).
  • Page 124 Table 2. Solid-state drive rules for the 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system. System, enclosure, or expansion unit Adapter Mixing rules 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or PCIe3 x8 SAS RAID v FC EJ0N can be used to configure up to 12 disks on a single 8286-42A internal adapter 6 Gb (FC controller.
  • Page 125 Table 3. Solid-state drive rules for the 8408-44E or 8408-E8E system. System Controller Mixing rules 8408-44E or 8408-E8E PCIe3 x8 cache SAS RAID v Dual SAS RAID controllers internal controller 6 Gb v Dual write cache RAID (FC EPVN; Dual CCIN v 8x SFF 2.5 in.

  • Page 126: Mainstream Solid-State Drives

    Now, because of software advances and industry demands, less write intensive SSDs can be used with applications where write operations are less frequent. IBM offers several 4K mainstream SSDs, including feature codes (FCs) ES8Y, ES8Z, ES96, ES97, ESE7, ESE8, ES83, ES84, ES92, ES93, ESE1, and ESE2.
  • Page 127 Endurance differences imply that when you form disk arrays, you must not mix mainstream drives with enterprise drives because the PCIe SAS adapter stripes data across drives, thus sending equal data to each drive. The IBM PCIe SAS adapters do not allow mixing of mainstream drives with enterprise drives when you create RAID arrays.

  • Page 128: Using The Aix Fuel Gauge Command

    The warranty period of the drive is defined by the server type under which ™ the drive feature code is ordered and it is either 3 years or 1 year for IBM Power Systems processor-based servers. After the warranty period, the replacement of the drive is not covered under IBM maintenance if the maximum number of write operations exceed the threshold value.

  • Page 129: Using The Ibm I Fuel Gauge Tool

    108. This ends the procedure. Using the IBM i fuel gauge tool Learn how to use the IBM i operating system fuel gauge tool to find the amount of remaining life in a mainstream solid-state drive (SSD).

  • Page 130: Using The Linux Fuel Gauge Command

    Note: After the mainstream SSD reaches the limit for the number of write operations that are supported, write operations to the SSD become slower over time, and at some point the SSD becomes a read-only drive. To support normal write operations, the drive must be replaced. Replacement of the mainstream SSD might not be covered by the system's level of service entitlement, depending on the terms and conditions of the system.

  • Page 131: Preparing The System To Remove A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive

    IBM i operating system” on page 118. 2. For mirrored disk drives on an IBM i system or an IBM i logical partition, follow these steps to verify that the drive you are replacing has been suspended: a.

  • Page 132: Preparing The System To Remove A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive In Linux

    On the Diagnostic Operating Instructions display, press Enter to continue. d. On the Function Selection display, select Task Selection > RAID Array Manager > IBM SAS Disk Array Manager > Diagnostics and Recovery OptionsSCSI and SCSI RAID Hot Plug Manager.

  • Page 133: Configuring A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive For Use In An Ibm I System Or Ibm I Logical Partition

    Configure the newly installed disk drive or solid-state drive (SSD) for your environment. If you want to start a new device parity set or change the protection on your disks, go to the IBM i Knowledge Center website (http://www-01.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ssw_ibm_i/welcome) and select the version of the IBM i operating system you are using.
  • Page 134 When one or more pairs of disk drives are added to a mirrored ASP, they automatically become mirror protected. c. To start mirrored protection on an ASP, go to the IBM i Knowledge Center website (http://www-01.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ssw_ibm_i/welcome) and select the version of the IBM i operating system you are using.

  • Page 135: Configuring A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive On A Load Source Adapter For Hot-Spare Protection By Using The Ibm I Operating System

    To configure a disk drive or solid-state drive on a load source adapter for hot-spare protection, complete the following steps: 1. If necessary, start the System Service Tools (SST) by typing strsst on the command line of the IBM i session, and then press Enter.

  • Page 136: Configuring A Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive For Use In An Linux System Or Linux Logical Partition

    Determining the disk drive or solid-state drive protection status in the IBM i operating system Find information about determining the protection status of the drives in an IBM i system or IBM i logical partition. To determine the protection status of the drives in an IBM i operating system, complete the following...

  • Page 137: Rebuilding Data On A Replacement Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive

    If you previously deleted the array, continue with step 6 on page 120. a. Press the F3 key on the console to return to the SCSI and SCSI RAID Hot Plug Manager menu. b. When the configuration is complete, press F3 twice to return to the IBM SAS Disk Array Manager menu.

  • Page 138: Rebuilding Data On A Replacement Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive In A System Or Logical Partition Running The Ibm I Operating System

    Learn how to rebuild data on replacement disks. To rebuild data on the replacement drive, complete the following steps: 1. If necessary, start System Service Tools (SST) by typing strsst on the command line of the IBM i session and pressing Enter.

  • Page 139: Rebuilding Data On A Replacement Disk Drive Or Solid-State Drive In A System Or Logical Partition That Is Running The Linux Operating System

    You can either monitor this display to completion, or press F3 (Exit) three times, and then press Enter to return to the IBM i main menu. Rebuilding data on a replacement disk drive or solid-state drive in a system or...
  • Page 140 2. Type iprconfig on the command line of the Linux session and press Enter. The IBM Power RAID Configuration Utility display is shown. 3. Select Work with disk unit recovery from the IBM Power RAID Configuration Utility display. Press Enter. The Work with Disk Unit Recovery display is shown.

  • Page 141: Common Procedures For Installing, Removing And Replacing Disk Drives Or Solid-State Drives

    Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v 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 142 2. For AC power, remove the power cords from the outlets. 3. For racks with a DC power distribution panel (PDP), turn off the circuit breakers located in the PDP and remove the power from the Customer's DC power source. 4.
  • Page 143 7. If you encounter difficulties during the installation, contact your service provider, your IBM reseller, or your next level of support. 8. If you are installing new hardware in a logical partition, you need to understand and plan for the implications of partitioning your system.

  • Page 144: Identifying A Part

    Identifying a part Learn how to identify the system or enclosure that contains a failing part, the location code and light-emitting diode (LED) status for a part, and how to activate and deactivate the identify part LED. Note: If you are using PowerKVM, you must use the ASMI procedures to identify a part or enclosure. Table 6.

  • Page 145: Activating An Identify Led For An Enclosure Or Server By Using The Hmc

    Front View Top View Figure 115. Control panel LEDs Control panel LEDs and descriptions: v A: Power-on button – A constant light indicates full system power to the unit. – A flashing light indicates standby power to the unit. – There is approximately a 30-second transition period from the time the power-on button is pressed to when the power LED goes from flashing to solid.

  • Page 146: Finding The Part Location Code And Led Support Status

    If the part has an identify LED, refer to the applicable procedure: – If you are using IBM PowerKVM, see “Identifying a part by using the ASMI” on page 132. – If your system is at runtime state, see “Identifying a part by using the operating system or VIOS”...

  • Page 147: Identifying A Part By Using The Operating System Or Vios

    Identifying a part by using the operating system or VIOS Learn how to use AIX, IBM i, Linux, or the Virtual I/O Server (VIOS) to identify a part. For IBM Power Systems that contain the POWER8 processor, the identify LEDs can be used to identify or verify the location of a part that you intend to install, remove, or replace.

  • Page 148: Activating The Indicator Light For A Part By Using Aix Diagnostics

    Identifying a part in an IBM i system or logical partition You can activate or deactivate the indicator light to locate a part in an IBM i system or logical partition. Finding the location code and activating the indicator light for a part by using the IBM i operating...

  • Page 149: Identifying A Part In A Linux System Or Logical Partition

    Related information: Service and productivity tools for PowerLinux servers from IBM IBM provides hardware diagnostic aids and productivity tools, and installation aids for Linux operating systems on IBM Power Systems servers. Activating the indicator light for a part by using the Linux operating system: If you know the location code of a part, activate the indicator light to help locate the part the while performing service operations.

  • Page 150: Activating The Indicator Light For A Part By Using The Vios Tools

    PC or notebook and web browser(http://www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER8/p8hby/ browser.htm). For IBM Power Systems that contain the POWER8 processor, the identify LEDs can be used to identify or verify the location of a part that you intend to install, remove, or replace. The identify function (flashing the amber LED) corresponds to the location code you are going to work with.

  • Page 151: Activating The Identify Led By Using The Asmi When You Do Not Know The Location Code

    You can specify the location code of any indicator to view or modify its current state. If you provide the wrong location code, the ASMI attempts to go to the next higher level of the location code. The next level is the base-level location code for that field replaceable unit (FRU). For example, a user types the location code for the FRU located on the second memory module slot of the third enclosure in the system.

  • Page 152: Stopping A System Or Logical Partition

    a. In the navigation area, click Systems Management > Servers. b. Select the server that you are working on. c. In the Tasks menu, click Operations > LED status > Identify LED. The Identify LED, Select Enclosure window is displayed. v If you are using an HMC Enhanced + Tech Preview (Pre-GA) or HMC Enhanced+ interface, complete the following steps.

  • Page 153: Stopping A System By Using The Asmi

    If your system is running the IBM i operating system, type PWRDWNSYS. If your system is partitioned, use the PWRDWNSYS command to power down each of the secondary partitions. Then, use the PWRDWNSYS command to power down the primary partition.

  • Page 154: Stopping A System By Using The Hmc Enhanced + Tech Preview (Pre-Ga) Or Hmc Enhanced+ Interface

    Click OK. Stopping an IBM PowerKVM system You can use the Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) to stop an IBM PowerKVM system. To stop an IBM PowerKVM system, complete the following steps: 1. Log in to the host as a root user or with sudo authority.

  • Page 155: Starting A System That Is Not Managed By An Hmc

    Starting a system that is not managed by an HMC You can use the power button or the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) to start a system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console (HMC). Starting a system by using the control panel You can use the power button on the control panel to start a system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console (HMC).

  • Page 156: Starting A System By Using The Asmi

    – No light indicates that the system is operating normally. – Light on indicates that the system requires attention. v D: Enclosure fault roll-up light – A constant light indicates a fault in the enclosure. – No light indicates that the system is operating normally. v E: Eject button v F: Function/Data display v G: Pinhole reset button...

  • Page 157: Starting A System Or Logical Partition By Using The Hmc Enhanced + Tech Preview (Pre-Ga) Or Hmc Enhanced+ Interface

    Click the Power-On Parameters tab. Ensure that the Partition start policy field is set to User-Initiated. Starting an IBM PowerKVM system You can use the Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) to start an IBM PowerKVM system. Common procedures for installing, removing and replacing disk drives or solid-state drives...

  • Page 158: Installing Or Replacing A Part With An Hmc

    To start an IBM PowerKVM system, run the ipmitool -I lanplus -H FSP IP -P ipmipassword chassis power on command from a remote system. Installing or replacing a part with an HMC You can use the Hardware Management Console (HMC) to perform many service actions, including the installation of a new field-replaceable unit (FRU) or parts.

  • Page 159: Removing A Part By Using The Hmc

    5. After the part is listed in the Pending Actions section, click Launch Procedure and follow the instructions to remove the part. Note: The HMC might display the IBM Knowledge Center instructions for removing the part. If so, follow those instructions to remove the part.

  • Page 160: Power Cords

    4. Select a serviceable event and use the Selected drop-down menu to select Repair. 5. Follow the instructions to repair the part. Note: The HMC might open IBM Knowledge Center instructions for repairing the part. If so, follow those instructions to repair the part.
  • Page 161 Figure 117. AC and HVDC connectors Figure 118. Connectors for the 8408-44E system Figure 119. PDU for the 8408-44E system Common procedures for installing, removing and replacing disk drives or solid-state drives...
  • Page 162 Figure 120. Removing the power cords from an 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system Figure 121. Removing the power cords from an 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A system Disk drives or solid-state drives...

  • Page 163: Connecting The Power Cords To The System

    Figure 122. Removing the power cords from an 8408-44E or 8408-E8E system Connecting the power cords to the system Use this procedure to connect the power cords to the system. To connect the power cords to the system, complete the following steps: 1.
  • Page 164 Figure 124. Connectors for the 8408-44E system Figure 125. PDU for the 8408-44E system 3. Fasten the power cords to the system using the hook-and-loop fasteners (B). Figure 126. Connecting the power cords to an 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system Disk drives or solid-state drives...
  • Page 165 Figure 127. Connecting the power cords to a 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A system Figure 128. Connecting the power cords to an 8408-44E or 8408-E8E system 4. Close the rack door at the rear of the system. Common procedures for installing, removing and replacing disk drives or solid-state drives...

  • Page 166: Removing And Replacing Covers On The 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8247-42L, 8284-21A, 8284-22A, 8286-41A, Or 8286-42A System

    Removing and replacing covers on the 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8247-42L, 8284-21A, 8284-22A, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system Use these instructions to remove and replace the covers for a 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8247-42L, 8284-21A, 8284-22A, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system so that you can access the hardware parts or perform service.

  • Page 167: Removing The Front Cover From A Stand-Alone 8286-41A System

    1. Ensure that you have the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap attached. If not, attach it now. 2. Remove the two shipping screws (A) (if present) that secure the system to the rack. Note: Replacing the shipping screws is optional but should be done in geographic areas that are prone to seismic activity.

  • Page 168: Removing The Side Cover From A Stand-Alone 8286-41A System With An Internal Rdx Docking Station

    Figure 131. Removing the front cover Removing the side cover from a stand-alone 8286-41A system with an internal RDX docking station Use this procedure to remove the side cover from a stand-alone 8286-41A system with an internal RDX docking station so that you can access components or perform service. To remove the side cover, complete the following steps: 1.
  • Page 169 Figure 132. Removing the piece within the handle cover on an 8286-41A stand-alone system 2. Pry the inner tabs that are found on the handle cover's sides to the center to disengage the side latches. 3. Remove the handle cover by sliding it toward the front of the system then lifting upwards. See Figure 133 on page 152.
  • Page 170 Figure 133. Removing the handle cover from an 8286-41A stand-alone system 4. Remove the rear screw from the side cover by using a Phillips screwdriver as shown in Figure 134. Figure 134. Removing the screw from the 8286-41A side cover 5.

  • Page 171: Installing The Front Cover

    Note: The side cover has cover tabs that lock it into place. Figure 135. Removing the 8286-41A side cover Installing the front cover Use this procedure to install the front cover on a 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8247-42L, 8284-21A, 8284-22A, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system. Installing the front cover on a rack-mounted 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8284-21A, or 8284-22A system Use this procedure to install the front cover on a rack-mounted 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L,...

  • Page 172: Installing The Front Cover On A Rack-Mounted 8247-42L, 8286-41A, Or 8286-42A System

    Figure 136. Installing the front cover Installing the front cover on a rack-mounted 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system Use this procedure to install the front cover on a rack-mounted 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system. To install the front cover, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 173: Installing The Front Cover And Front Door On A Stand-Alone 8286-41A System

    Figure 137. Installing the front cover Installing the front cover and front door on a stand-alone 8286-41A system Use this procedure to install the front cover and front door on a stand-alone 8286-41A system to access components or perform service. To install the front cover and front door, complete the following steps.

  • Page 174: Installing The Side Cover On A Stand-Alone 8286-41A System With An Internal Rdx Docking Station

    Figure 138. Installing the front cover 3. Rotate the cover up and towards the system until the release latch is seated into its respective slot. 4. Hold the front door at an approximate 120 degree angle to the system as shown in the following figure.
  • Page 175 1. Secure the handle cover to the internal RDX docking station (FC EUA3) by sliding it toward the rear of the system. See Figure 140. Figure 140. Securing the handle cover in an 8286-41A stand-alone system 2. Insert the piece within the handle cover by pushing it firmly into the handle cover as shown in Figure 141.
  • Page 176 Figure 142. Installing the 8286-41A side cover 5. Install the side cover rear screw with a Phillips screwdriver as shown in Figure 143 on page 159. Disk drives or solid-state drives...

  • Page 177: Removing The Service Access Cover From A 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8247-42L, 8284-21A, 8284-22A, 8286-41A, Or 8286-42A System

    Figure 143. Installing the 8286-41A side cover screw Removing the service access cover from a 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8247-42L, 8284-21A, 8284-22A, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system Use this procedure to remove the service access cover. Removing the service access cover from a rack-mounted 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8247-42L, 8284-21A, 8284-22A, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system Use this procedure to remove the service access cover from a rack-mounted 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8247-42L, 8284-21A, 8284-22A, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system.

  • Page 178: Removing The Service Access Cover From A Stand-Alone 8286-41A System

    Figure 144. Removing the service access cover Removing the service access cover from a stand-alone 8286-41A system Use this procedure to remove the service access cover from a stand-alone 8286-41A system. Attention: The system must be powered off before removing the top cover. Operating the system without the cover for more than 30 minutes might damage the system components.

  • Page 179: Installing The Service Access Cover On A 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8247-42L, 8284-21A, 8284-22A, 8286-41A, Or 8286-42A System

    Figure 145. Removing the service access cover Installing the service access cover on a 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8247-42L, 8284-21A, 8284-22A, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system Use this procedure to install the service access cover. Installing the service access cover on a rack-mounted 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8247-42L, 8284-21A, 8284-22A, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system Use this procedure to install the service access cover on a rack-mounted 5148-21L, 5148-22L, 8247-21L, 8247-22L, 8247-42L, 8284-21A, 8284-22A, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system.

  • Page 180: Installing The Service Access Cover On A Stand-Alone 8286-41A System

    Figure 146. Installing the service access cover Installing the service access cover on a stand-alone 8286-41A system Use this procedure to install the service access cover on a stand-alone 8286-41A system. To install the service access cover on a stand-alone system, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 181: Air Baffle

    Figure 147. Installing the service access cover Air baffle Use this procedure to open, close, remove, and replace the air baffle in an 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system. Opening the air baffle on an 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system Use this procedure to open the air baffle on an 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system. To open the air baffle, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 182: Closing The Air Baffle On An 8247-42L, 8286-41A, Or 8286-42A System

    Figure 148. Opening the air baffle Closing the air baffle on an 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system Use this procedure to close the air baffle on an 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system. To close the air baffle, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 183: Removing The Air Baffle From An 8247-42L, 8286-41A, Or 8286-42A System

    Figure 149. Closing the air baffle Removing the air baffle from an 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system Use this procedure to remove the air baffle from an 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system. To remove the air baffle, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 184: Replacing The Air Baffle On An 8247-42L, 8286-41A, Or 8286-42A System

    Figure 150. Removing the air baffle Replacing the air baffle on an 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system Use this procedure to replace the air baffle on an 8247-42L, 8286-41A, or 8286-42A system. To replace the air baffle, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 185: Deactivating An Identify Led

    Deactivating a system attention LED by using the operating system or VIOS tools You can use the AIX, IBM i, or Linux operating system, or the Virtual I/O Server (VIOS) tools to deactivate a system attention LED. Deactivating the indicator light for a part by using AIX diagnostics Use this procedure to turn off any indicator light that you turned on as a part of a service action.

  • Page 186: Deactivating The Indicator Light By Using The Ibm I Operating System

    Use this procedure to turn off any indicator light that you turned on as a part of a service action. To deactivate the indicator light, follow these steps: 1. Sign on to an IBM i session, with at least service level authority. 2. On the command line of the session, type strsst and press Enter.

  • Page 187: Deactivating A System Attention Led By Using The Asmi

    3. From the Function Selection menu, select Task Selection and press Enter. 4. From the Task Selection menu, select Identify and Attention Indicators and press Enter. 5. From the list of lights, select the location code for the part and press Enter. When a light is activated for a part, an I character precedes the location code.

  • Page 188: Deactivating A Check Log Indicator (System Information Indicator) By Using The Asmi

    4. Select the location code identifier and select Off. 5. To save the changes made to the state of one or more FRU indicators, click Save settings. Deactivating a check log indicator (system information indicator) by using the ASMI You can deactivate a check log indicator (system information indicator) or logical partition check log indicator by using the ASMI.

  • Page 189: Deactivating An Identify Led For A Fru By Using The Hmc

    – An indication that there still might be open problems within the logical partition. – An indication that you cannot deactivate the logical partition attention LED. v If you are using an HMC Enhanced + Tech Preview (Pre-GA) or HMC Enhanced+ interface, complete the following steps: 1.
  • Page 190 a. In the navigation area, click the Resources icon , and then click All Systems. b. To view the actions for that server, click the name of the required server. c. In the navigation area, click System Actions > Attention LED > Identify Attention LED. 2.

  • Page 191: 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 192: Accessibility Features For Ibm Power Systems Servers

    All IBM prices shown are IBM's suggested retail prices, are current and are subject to change without notice. Dealer prices may vary. This information is for planning purposes only. The information herein is subject to change before the products described become available.

  • Page 193: Privacy Policy Considerations

    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 194: Trademarks

    IBM, the IBM logo, and ibm.com are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corp., registered in many jurisdictions worldwide. Other product and service names might be trademarks of IBM or other companies. A current list of IBM trademarks is available on the web at Copyright and trademark information at www.ibm.com/legal/copytrade.shtml.
  • Page 195 Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. VCCI Statement - Japan The following is a summary of the VCCI Japanese statement in the box above: This is a Class A product based on the standard of the VCCI Council.
  • Page 196 The following is a summary of the EMI Taiwan statement above. Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user will be required to take adequate measures. IBM Taiwan Contact Information: Disk drives or solid-state drives...
  • Page 197 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 198: 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 199 European Community contact: IBM Deutschland GmbH Technical Regulations, Abteilung M456 IBM-Allee 1, 71139 Ehningen, Germany Tel: +49 800 225 5426 email: halloibm@de.ibm.com VCCI Statement - Japan Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association Statement This statement explains the Japan JIS C 61000-3-2 product wattage compliance.
  • Page 200 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.

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  • Page 202 Disk drives or solid-state drives...
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