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Note Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in “Safety notices” on page v, “Notices” on page 107, the IBM Systems Safety Notices manual, G229-9054, and the IBM Environmental Notices and User Guide, Z125–5823. ®...
Contents Safety notices......................v Removing and replacing parts in the 9006-12P system........... 1 Disk drive..............................3 Removing a front drive........................... 3 Replacing a front drive..........................7 Removing a drive on module........................12 Replacing a drive on module........................13 Disk drive backplane..........................15 Removing the disk drive backplane..................... 15 Replacing the disk drive backplane.....................
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Disconnecting the power cords......................102 Connecting the power cords......................103 Additional information..................105 Drive installation options for the 9006-12P system................105 Notices......................107 Accessibility features for IBM Power Systems servers................108 Privacy policy considerations ......................... 109 Trademarks..............................109 Electronic emission notices........................110 Class A Notices...........................110 Class B Notices...........................113...
Das Produkt ist nicht für den Einsatz an Bildschirmarbeitsplätzen im Sinne § 2 der Bildschirmarbeitsverordnung geeignet. Laser safety information IBM servers can use I/O cards or features that are fiber-optic based and that utilize lasers or LEDs. Laser compliance IBM servers may be installed inside or outside of an IT equipment rack.
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• To avoid hazardous conditions due to uneven mechanical loading, always install the heaviest devices in the bottom of the rack cabinet. Always install servers and optional devices starting from the bottom of the rack cabinet. vi Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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• Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces. Do not place objects on top of rack-mounted devices. In addition, do not lean on rack mounted devices and do not use them to stabilize your body position (for example, when working from a ladder). •...
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DANGER: Hazardous voltage, current, or energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. Do not open any cover or barrier that contains this label. (L001) (L002) viii Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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DANGER: Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces. Do not place objects on top of rack-mounted devices. In addition, do not lean on rack-mounted devices and do not use them to stabilize your body position (for example, when working from a ladder). Stability hazard: •...
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DANGER: Multiple power cords. The product might be equipped with multiple AC power cords or multiple DC power cables. To remove all hazardous voltages, disconnect all power cords and power cables. (L003) (L007) CAUTION: A hot surface nearby. (L007) x Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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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.
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Be sure winch is locked in position before releasing handle. Read instruction page before operating this winch. Never allow winch to unwind freely. xii Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Freewheeling will cause uneven cable wrapping around winch drum, damage cable, and may cause serious injury. • This TOOL must be maintained correctly for IBM Service personnel to use it. IBM shall inspect condition and verify maintenance history before operation. Personnel reserve the right not to use TOOL if inadequate.
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Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: • If IBM supplied the power cord(s), connect power to this unit only with the IBM provided power cord. Do not use the IBM provided power cord for any other product.
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(SCM), multichip modules (MCM), electronic boards, and disk drives. • Keep all electronic components in the shipping container or envelope until you are ready to install them. 2 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
ESD pad or blanket. Removing and replacing a storage drive in the 9006-12P Learn how to remove and replace a storage drive in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. About this task The storage drive might be a hard disk drive (HDD) or a solid-state drive (SSD).
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• For a 3.5-inch drive, unfasten the drive from the sides of the tray by removing four screws (2 on each side), as shown in Figure 2 on page 5. 4 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 2. Removing the 3.5-inch drive from the tray • A 2.5-inch drive slides out of the tray. a. Turn the tray upside down as shown in Figure 3 on page 6. b. Open the retention spring (A) as shown in Figure 4 on page 7. c.
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Figure 3. Turning the 2.5-inch tray upside-down 6 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
Replacing a front disk drive in the 9006-12P system Learn how to replace a front disk drive in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. Procedure 1. Ensure that you have the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap on and that the ESD clip is plugged into a ground jack or connected to an unpainted metal surface.
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Place the 2.5-inch drive (A) into the tray, aligning the pins with the screw holes in the drive. d. When the pins are aligned, close the retention spring, allowing the pins to secure the drive in the tray. e. Turn the tray right side up. 8 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 6. Turning the 2.5-inch tray upside-down Removing and replacing parts in the 9006-12P system 9...
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Ensure that the drive is fully seated and is all the way into the system. 4. Lock the drive bay handle (A) by pushing in the handle release until it locks at (B) as shown in Figure 8 on page 11. 10 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 8. Disk drive lock detail 5. For a non-RAID drive, configure the installed drive for your environment. If the drive is part of a RAID configuration, skip this step, the drive is detected and configured when inserted. After you insert the new drive, you need to rescan for the device. Ubuntu Linux operating system To run the rescan-scsi-bus command in the Ubuntu Linux operating system, log in to the system as the root user, and run the following command:...
6. Load or restore data from your backup media. Removing a drive on module from the 9006-12P system Learn how to remove a drive on module (DOM) from the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. Before you begin Locate the drive. Ensure that the media device is unmounted from the Linux system and if needed, remove the media from the device.
Figure 9. Removing a DOM Replacing a drive on module in the 9006-12P system Learn how to replace a drive on module (DOM) in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. Before you begin Power off the system and place it in the service position. For instructions, see “Preparing the 9006-12P system to remove and replace internal parts”...
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4. For a non-RAID drive, configure the installed drive for your environment. If the drive is part of a RAID configuration, skip this step, the drive is detected and configured when inserted. After you insert the new drive, you need to rescan for the device. 14 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
5. Load or restore data from your backup media. Removing and replacing the disk drive backplane in the 9006-12P Learn how to remove and replace the disk drive backplane in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. About this task You can use a commercially available magnetic tip screwdriver to remove and replace the screws.
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The center clip has a plastic tab that needs to be lifted and slid to the front of the system. d) Lift the disk drive backplane (C) from the system. 16 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
6. Place the disk drive backplane and cables on the table. Replacing the disk drive backplane in the 9006-12P system Learn how to replace the disk drive backplane in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. Procedure 1. Ensure that you have the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap on and that the ESD clip is plugged into a ground jack or connected to an unpainted metal surface.
89. Removing and replacing fans in the 9006-12P Learn how to remove and replace the fans in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. 18 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
Removing a system fan from the 9006-12P system Learn how to remove the fans in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. Before you begin (L008) CAUTION: Hazardous moving parts nearby. (L008) Power off the system and place it in the service position. For instructions, see “Preparing the 9006-12P system to remove and replace internal parts”...
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Figure 13. Removing the fan holder 3. Push the fan up from the holder as shown in Figure 14 on page 21. 20 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 14. Removing a fan 4. To disconnect a fan cable, release the connector clip (B) and carefully pull up the connector (A) from the system backplane, as shown in Figure 15 on page 22. Do not pull on the wires. Feed the cable through the fan holder. Removing and replacing parts in the 9006-12P system 21...
Figure 15. Disconnecting the fan cable Replacing a system fan in the 9006-12P system Learn how to replace the fans in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. Procedure 1. Ensure that you have the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap on and that the ESD clip is plugged into a ground jack or connected to an unpainted metal surface.
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Figure 16. Replacing a fan 3. Replace the fan holder into the chassis. Align the holes in the fan holder with the pins at the bottom of the chassis as shown in Figure 17 on page 24. For the fan holder near the cover switch, temporarily move the cover switch wires out of the way.
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Figure 17. Aligning the fan holder 4. Connect the fan cable to the system backplane, as shown in Figure 18 on page 25. 24 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
89. Removing and replacing memory in the 9006-12P system Learn how to remove and replace memory in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. Before you begin Power off the system and place it in the service position. For instructions, see “Preparing the 9006-12P system to remove and replace internal parts”...
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The lever action of opening the tabs pushes the memory DIMM out of the slot. c) Hold the memory DIMM by the edges and pull it out of the slot. 26 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 19. Removing the memory DIMM 5. Insert the memory DIMM. a) Grasp the memory DIMM along its edges and align it with the slot on the system backplane. Attention: Memory is keyed to prevent it from being installed incorrectly. Note the location of the key tab within the memory connector before you attempt to install it.
89. Removing and replacing PCIe adapters in the 9006-12P Learn how to remove and replace Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Express (PCIe) adapters in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. 28 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
Removing a PCIe adapter from the 9006-12P system Learn how to remove a PCIe adapter from the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. Before you begin Power off the system and place it in the service position. For instructions, see “Preparing the 9006-12P system to remove and replace internal parts”...
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Remove the PCIe riser as shown in Figure 23 on page 31. 1) Retract the retaining pins (A) such that the arrows on the tabs point to the system. 2) Lift the PCIe riser from the system. 30 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 23. Removing the PCIe riser b) If you are removing a storage drive adapter, label and disconnect the signal cables from the adapter. c) Place the PCIe cage on an ESD surface. 6. Remove the PCIe adapter (A) to be replaced from the PCIe riser (B) as shown in Figure 24 on page 31 or Figure 25 on page 32.
Figure 26. Removing the PCIe riser cards from the PCIe adapter cage Replacing a PCIe adapter in the 9006-12P system Learn how to replace a PCIe adapter in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. Procedure 1. Ensure that you have the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap on and that the ESD clip is plugged into a ground jack or connected to an unpainted metal surface.
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2. Refer to the PCIe adapter positions. See Figure 27 on page 33. Figure 27. 9006-12P PCIe adapter positions Position Step 1 (UIO Slot1) “3” on page 33 A (UIO Network) “4” on page 33 2 (WIO Slot1), 3 (WIO Slot2), 4 (WIO-R Slot) “5”...
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5. If you need to replace the PCIe riser card (A) or (B); replace the screws that secure the PCIe riser card to the PCIe riser support (C) as shown in Figure 29 on page 35. 34 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 29. Replacing the PCIe riser cards in the PCIe adapter cage 6. If the PCIe adapter that you want to replace is in positions 2, 3, or 4, complete the following steps: a) Insert the PCIe adapter (A) into the PCIe riser (B) as shown in Figure 30 on page 35 or Figure 31 on page 36, aligning it properly and inserting it fully into the slot.
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2) Use the alignment pins (A) and slots to help you properly insert the PCIe riser cards. 3) Reset the PCIe holder release pins (B) to secure the PCIe adapter riser. 36 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
Figure 32. Replacing the PCIe riser 7. Using your labels, replace any cables and plugs that you removed from the PCIe adapters. What to do next Prepare the system for operation. For instructions, see “Preparing the 9006-12P system for operation after you remove and replace internal parts”...
1. Ensure that you have the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap on and that the ESD clip is plugged into a ground jack or connected to an unpainted metal surface. If not, do so now. 38 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
For instructions, see “Connecting the power cords to the 9006-12P system” on page 103. Removing and replacing the system backplane in the 9006-12P Learn how to remove and replace the system backplane in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system.
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Turn the system over, upside down. b) Remove the screws from the bottom. The screw locations are shown in Figure 35 on page 41. c) Turn the system over, right side up. 40 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 35. Removing the processor socket screws from the bottom of the chassis 7. Remove the drive signal and drive power cables from the system backplane. For instructions, see “Removing the disk drive backplane from the 9006-12P system” on page 15. Carefully pull them through the fan bulkhead to the front of the system.
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Figure 36. Removing the operator panel cable 9. Note the position and orientation of the cover switch cable. Remove the cover switch cable from the system backplane as shown in Figure 37 on page 43. 42 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 37. Removing the cover switch cable 10. Remove the 14 screws from the system backplane. The screw locations are shown in Figure 38 on page 44. Removing and replacing parts in the 9006-12P system 43...
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11. Remove the plastic cover on system backplane that is near the power supplies. Save the plastic cover. 12. Holding the processor heat sink, carefully move the system backplane slightly forwards and up to remove it. See Figure 39 on page 45. 44 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
13. Place the system backplane on an ESD mat. Replacing the system backplane in the 9006-12P system Learn how to replace the system backplane in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. Procedure 1. Ensure that you have the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap on and that the ESD clip is plugged into a ground jack or connected to an unpainted metal surface.
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4. Loosen the load arm screw (A) of the system processor heat sink (B) that you are removing by using a #3 Phillips screw driver. The load arm pivots up in the direction that is shown in Figure 41 on page 46 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 41. Loosening the load arm screw of the heat sink 5. Grip the heat sink and remove it by lifting straight up as shown in Figure 42 on page 48. Removing and replacing parts in the 9006-12P system 47...
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Make sure that both of the tool jaws are locked on the system processor module. Do not press the blue release tabs until directed to do so later. 48 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 43. Locking the system processor module into the tool 10. Holding the tool, lift the tool and system processor module from the old system backplane socket to transfer it to the new system backplane socket. 11. Lower the tool and system processor module onto the socket. Align the beveled corner (A) of the tool with the beveled corner on the socket as shown in Figure 44 on page 50.
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(A) together until a firm stop is reached as shown in Figure 45 on page 51. Then, lift the tool off the system processor module. 50 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 45. Removing the system processor module tool 13. Move the processor heat sink to the system processor module. If either the TIM or the heat sink is damaged, replace both the TIM and the heat sink. One of the alignment pins (B) is circular, the other alignment pin is an oval.
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14. Move the load arm (A) into position over the heat sink (B) and tighten the load arm screw with a #3 Phillips screw driver, as shown in Figure 47 on page 53. Note: Do not overtighten the load arm screw. 52 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 47. Tightening the load arm screw The following steps continue installing components into the new system backplane: 15. Holding the processor heat sink, carefully lower the system backplane into the chassis, then slide it slightly back. See Figure 48 on page 54. Removing and replacing parts in the 9006-12P system 53...
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16. Replace the plastic cover on system backplane that is near the power supplies. 17. Align and screw the 14 screws into the system backplane. The screw locations are shown in Figure 49 on page 55. 54 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 49. Screw locations 18. Replace the drive signal and drive power cables from the system backplane. For instructions, see “Replacing the disk drive backplane in the 9006-12P system” on page 17. 19. Replace the operator panel cable into the system backplane as shown in Figure 50 on page 56. As you face the front of the system, the red stripe on the cable needs to be on the left side of the connector.
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Figure 50. Replacing the operator panel cable 20. Replace the cover switch cable into the system backplane as shown in Figure 51 on page 57. 56 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 51. Replacing the cover switch cable 21. Replace the 12 screws from below the chassis that support the processor sockets. a) Turn the system over, upside down. b) Replace the screws from the bottom. The screw locations are shown in Figure 52 on page 58. c) Turn the system over, right side up.
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22. Carefully route disk drive signal cable (A) and power cable (B) through the fan bulkhead to over the system backplane area. Replace the disk drive signal and power cables into the system backplane as shown in Figure 53 on page 59. 58 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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(VPD) update tool. To download the tool, complete the following steps: 1. Go to the Scale-out LC system VPD update tool website (www-304.ibm.com/support/ customercare/sas/f/lopdiags/scaleOutLCdebugtool.html). Removing and replacing parts in the 9006-12P system 59...
GUI. Removing and replacing a system processor module in the 9006-12P Learn how to remove and replace a system processor module in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. Removing a system processor module from the 9006-12P system Learn how to remove a system processor module from the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system.
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Figure 54. Opening the system processor module packaging 3. Remove the processor air baffle. Carefully unsnap and lift the processor air baffle from the system. 4. Loosen the load arm screw (A) of the system processor heat sink (B) that you are removing by using a #3 Phillips screw driver.
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Figure 55. Loosening the load arm screw of the heat sink 5. Grip the heat sink and remove it by lifting straight up as shown in Figure 56 on page 63. 62 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 56. Removing the heat sink 6. Place the heat sink upside down on a clean surface. 7. Inspect the system processor socket area and remove any dust or debris (use a can of compressed air). 8. Align the tool with the beveled edge (A) of the system processor module as shown in Figure 57 on page 64.
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Make sure that both of the tool jaws are locked on the system processor module. Do not press the blue release tabs until directed to do so later. 64 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 58. Locking the system processor module into the tool 10. Hold the outside of the tool and lift the tool and system processor module from the socket. Place them at an angle on the top cover of the system processor module packaging as shown in Figure 59 on page 66.
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Figure 59. Placing the system processor module at an angle on the top cover of the packaging 11. Squeeze the two blue tabs to release the system processor module from the tool as shown in Figure 60 on page 67. 66 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
Figure 60. Releasing the system processor module from the tool Replacing a system processor module in the 9006-12P system Learn how to replace a system processor module in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. Procedure 1. Ensure that you have the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap on and that the ESD clip is plugged into a ground jack or connected to an unpainted metal surface.
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Make sure that both of the tool jaws are locked on the system processor module. Do not press the blue release tabs until directed to do so later. 68 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 62. Locking the system processor module into the tool 5. Inspect the system processor socket area and remove any dust or debris (use a can of compressed air). 6. Lift the system processor module from the packaging tray as shown in Figure 63 on page 70. Removing and replacing parts in the 9006-12P system 69...
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If the tool and the system processor module are not aligned with the guide pins, lift the tool and the system processor module and reposition them. 70 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 64. Installing the system processor module 8. After the tool and system processor module holes and guide pins are properly aligned, squeeze and hold the two blue release tabs (A) together until a firm stop is reached as shown in Figure 65 on page 72.
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CAUTION: If only one pin is aligned, or if neither pin is aligned, the heat sink will not contact the CPU properly. 72 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 66. Installing the heat sink 10. Move the load arm (A) into position over the heat sink (B) and tighten the load arm screw with a #3 Phillips screw driver, as shown in Figure 67 on page 74. Note: Do not overtighten the load arm screw. Removing and replacing parts in the 9006-12P system 73...
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Align the beveled corner of the module (A) to the corner of the tray with the triangle (B) and place it in the tray, as shown in Figure 68 on page 75. 74 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
89. Removing and replacing the time-of-day battery in the 9006-12P system Learn how to remove and replace the time-of-day battery in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. Before you begin Power off the system and place it in the service position.
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When you remove the battery, do not use a metallic tool to disengage it from its slot. Figure 69. Removing the time-of-day battery 4. Replace the time-of-day battery (A). The orientation of the + of the battery is up as shown in the following figure. 76 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
GUI. Removing and replacing the TPM card in the 9006-12P system Learn how to remove and replace the trusted platform module (TPM) card in the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. Before you begin Power off the system and place it in the service position.
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2. If needed, remove two or three memory modules near the TPM for clearance. For instructions, see “Removing and replacing memory in the 9006-12P system” on page 25. 3. Remove the TPM card (A) as shown in Figure 71 on page 79. 78 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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Figure 71. Removing the TPM card 4. Replace the TPM card as shown in Figure 72 on page 80. The TPM card must be plugged in properly. Check the pins on the card and the holes in the card socket to properly orient the TMP card.
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For instructions, see “Removing and replacing memory in the 9006-12P system” on page 25. What to do next Prepare the system for operation. For instructions, see “Preparing the 9006-12P system for operation after you remove and replace internal parts” on page 89. 80 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: • If IBM supplied the power cord(s), connect power to this unit only with the IBM provided power cord. Do not use the IBM provided power cord for any other product.
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– Do not put any load on the slide-rail mounted equipment mounted in the installation position. – Do not leave the slide-rail mounted equipment in the installation position. • Each rack cabinet might have more than one power cord. 82 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
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1. If you are installing a new feature, ensure that you have the software that is required to support the new feature. See IBM Prerequisite. 2. If you are installing or replacing something that might put your data at risk, ensure, wherever possible, that you have a current backup of your system or logical partition (including operating systems, licensed programs, and data).
LEDs on the 9006-12P system Use this information as a guide to the LEDs on the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. The LEDs indicate various system status. If the part does not have a problem indicator LED, you can use a troubleshooting program such as impitool to identify the issue.
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Figure 73. LEDs on the front of the system LEDs are also located on the rear of the system; see Figure 74 on page 85. The identify LED is at (2). Turn it on by using a system identify command or by pressing the UID button. Figure 74.
-I lanplus -H <hostname> -U <username> -P <password> chassis identify <interval> Preparing the 9006-12P system to remove and replace internal parts Learn how to prepare the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system to remove and replace internal parts. Procedure 1.
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Attention: • 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. • When you use an ESD wrist strap, follow all electrical safety procedures. An ESD wrist strap is used for static control.
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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) (L005) 88 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
9006-12P system” on page 96. Preparing the 9006-12P system for operation after you remove and replace internal parts Learn how to prepare the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system for operation after you remove and replace internal parts. Procedure 1. Ensure that you have the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap on and that the ESD clip is plugged into a ground jack or connected to an unpainted metal surface.
2. Press the power button (7) shown in Figure 76 on page 91. You may have to press the switch for 0.5 to 3 seconds. Figure 75. Power switch for 9006-12P 90 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
Figure 76. Power switch for 5104-22C, 9006-22C, or 9006-22P What to do next If you press the power button and the system does not start, contact your next level of support or your service provider. Stopping the 5104-22C, 9006-12P, 9006-22C, or 9006-22P system To stop the system, complete the steps in this procedure.
Drive commands for 5104-22C, 9006-12P, 9006-22C, or 9006-22P Learn about the storage drive commands for the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) or IBM Power System LC922 (9006-22P) systems. arcconf commands Learn about the arcconf commands. They are for SATA drives and drive on modules (DOMs) that are directly connected to the system backplane without using a PCIe adapter.
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• MR_SAS_Unified_StorCLI_7.6-007.0606.0000.0000-SCGCQ01639776\ \(1\).zip 4. Type the following command. cd versionChangeSet/univ_viva_cli_rel/ 5. Unzip the Unified_storcli_all_os.zip file. 6. Type the following command. cd Unified_storcli_all_os/Linux-PPC/LittleEndian 7. Unzip the storcli64.zip file. 8. The storcli64 file can now be invoked by specifying the current directory: ./storcli64 -h For details on managing RAID arrays, see Chapter 6 in the MegaRAID SAS Software User Guide (https:// docs.broadcom.com/docs/DB15-001199-02).
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NVMe commands Learn about the NVMe commands. These commands are for NVMe drives together with feature code EKAE using an NVMe PCIe adapter. If the nvme command is not installed, download the utility from NVMe management command line interface (github.com/linux-nvme/nvme-cli). Follow the installation instructions available on that site. To determine which drive you want to replace, use the command: nvme list If you are searching for a failed drive, you can check each drive using the command:...
• FRU or sensor returned to "normal" operating range (for threshold sensors) Removing and replacing covers on an 9006-12P system Learn how to remove and replace the covers for an IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system so that you can access the hardware parts or service the system.
4. Lift up the front of the cover up and remove it from the system. Installing the service access cover on an 9006-12P system Learn how to install the service access cover on a rack-mounted IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system.
3. Replace the two cover screws (2) at the rear of the cover. Service and operating positions for 9006-12P Learn how to place an IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system into the service or operating position. Placing an 9006-12P system into the service position Learn how to place an IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system into the service position.
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CAUTION: The weight of this part or unit is between 18 and 32 kg (39.7 and 70.5 lb). It takes two persons to safely lift this part or unit. (C009) Notes: • When you slide a system out of a rack, ensure that all stability plates are firmly installed to prevent the rack from toppling.
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The safety latches work in opposite directions; the latch on one side moves up while the latch on the other side moves down. 5. Carefully set the system on a table with an appropriate ESD surface. 100 Power Systems: Servicing the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P)
Placing an 9006-12P system into the operating position Learn how to place an IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system into the operating position. About this task CAUTION: The weight of this part or unit is between 18 and 32 kg (39.7 and 70.5 lb). It takes two persons to safely lift this part or unit.
7. Using your labels, reconnect the cables at the rear of the system unit. Power cords for the 9006-12P Learn how to disconnect and connect the power cords on the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. Disconnecting the power cords from the 9006-12P system To disconnect the power cords from a system, complete the steps in this procedure.
Figure 81. Removing the power cords from the system Connecting the power cords to the 9006-12P system To connect the power cords to a system, complete the steps in this procedure. Procedure Using your labels, reconnect the power cords to the system unit as shown in Figure 82 on page 103. Figure 82.
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Additional information Drive installation options for the 9006-12P system Find information about the drive installation options for the IBM Power System LC921 (9006-12P) system. SATA Drives The system can support four SATA drives. The SATA drives can be installed into the front drive bay locations.
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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 using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.
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