Contents Control panel......................1 Removing or replacing the control panel....................1 Preparing the system..........................1 Removing the control panel........................3 Replacing the control panel........................4 Preparing the system for operation....................... 5 Removing or replacing the control panel display..................6 Preparing the system..........................6 Removing the control panel display.......................8 Replacing the control panel display.......................9 Preparing the system for operation.....................
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Preparing the system to remove and replace the SAS cables............79 Removing the SAS cables........................84 Replacing the SAS cables........................101 Preparing the system for operation....................116 Removing internally-secured SAS cables and replacing with externally-secured SAS cables..... 117 Memory modules and memory risers..............185 Memory modules.............................
Control panel and control panel display for the 9040- ® Find information about removing and replacing the control panel and control panel display in the IBM ® Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server. The following figure shows the control panel (A) and the control panel display (B).
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must be removed with the system operating, ensure that all such loose material is secured away from the fan area, to prevent any loose material from being pulled into the fan. Figure 2: Removing the front cover 3. 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.
Removing the control panel from the 9040-MR9 To remove a control panel, complete the steps in this 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. If not, do so now. 2.
Replacing the control panel in the 9040-MR9 To replace a control panel, complete the steps in this 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. If not, do so now. 2.
Preparing the system for operation after removing and replacing the control panel in the 9040-MR9 To prepare the system for operation after removing and replacing a control panel, complete the steps in this 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.
Removing and replacing the control panel display in the 9040-MR9 Find information about removing and replacing the control panel display in the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server. Note: Removing or replacing this feature is a customer task. You can complete this task yourself, or contact a service provider to complete the task for you.
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Figure 7: Removing the front cover 3. 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: •...
Removing the control panel display from the 9040-MR9 To remove a control panel display, complete the steps in this 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. If not, do so now. 2.
Replacing the control panel display in the 9040-MR9 To replace a control panel display, complete the steps in this 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. If not, do so now. 2.
Press the tabs (C) to snap the cover into position. Figure 10: Installing the front cover 3. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm). 10 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
Removing and replacing a fan in the 9040-MR9 Find information about removing and replacing a fan in the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server. Note: Removing or replacing this feature is a customer task. You can complete this task yourself, or contact a service provider to complete the task for you.
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Use the blue identify LED on the enclosure to locate the system. Ensure that the serial number of the system matches the serial number to be serviced. 2. Place your fingers on the indentations and pull the latches (B) located on both sides of the cover as shown in the following figure.
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5. If you can complete the procedure with the system power turned on, continue with step “7” on page 6. If you need to power off the server to complete the repair operation, complete the following steps: a) Stop the system. For instructions, see Stopping a system (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/crustopsys.htm).
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Figure 13: Removing the power cords (L003) 14 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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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) 7. Attach the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap. Fans for the 9040-MR9 15...
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: • 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.
Figure 14: Removing a fan from the system Replacing a front fan in the 9040-MR9 To replace a fan in the system, complete the steps in this 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.
4. Verify that the amber fault LED on the replaced fan is not lit. 5. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm). 6. Position the cover (A) on the front of the system unit as shown in the following figure, so that the four pins (B) on the system match the four holes at the rear of the cover.
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Figure 16: Installing the front cover 7. If applicable, close the rack front door. Fans for the 9040-MR9 19...
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MR9) server. Removing a power supply from the 9040-MR9 system Find information about removing and replacing a power supply in the IBM Power System E950 (9040- MR9) server. Note: Removing or replacing this feature is a customer task. You can complete this task yourself, or contact a service provider to complete the task for you.
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Figure 17: Location of the power supplies and LEDs The power supply has the following LEDs that indicate the status of the power supply: • An AC power-on LED (green) • A DC power-on LED (green) • An error and identify function LED (amber) The following table describes the states of the power supply LEDs and helps to identify whether the power supplies are working or have a failure.
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6. If you can complete the procedure with the system power turned on, continue with step “8” on page 7. If you need to power off the server to complete the repair operation, complete the following steps: a) Stop the system. For instructions, see Stopping a system (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/crustopsys.htm).
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Figure 19: Removing the power cords (L003) 24 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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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) 8. Attach the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap. Power supplies for the 9040-MR9 25...
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: • 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.
Figure 20: Removing a power supply Note: The locking-tab (B) might be terracotta instead of blue. 3. To remove the power supply; complete the following steps. See the previous figure. a) To unseat the power supply from its position in the system, push the locking-tab (B) in the direction shown.
Start the system. For instructions, see Starting a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustartsys.htm). 4. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm). 5. Note the state of LEDs on the replaced power supply; see the following figure.
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• The AC power-on LED is turned on (solid). • The DC power-on LED is turned on (solid). • The amber fault LED is turned off. Figure 22: LEDs for a working power supply 6. Verify that the amber fault LED on the replaced power supply is not lit. 7.
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Front USB cable for the 9040-MR9 Find information about removing and replacing a front USB cable in the IBM Power System E950 (9040- MR9) servers. Removing and replacing the front USB cable in the 9040-MR9 Find information about removing and replacing the front USB cable in the IBM Power System E950 (9040- MR9) server.
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Figure 23: Removing the power cords (L003) 32 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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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) 5. Label and disconnect all external cables that are attached to the PCIe adapters. 6.
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7. Remove the front cover. For instructions, see Removing the front cover (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_950_front_bezel_off.htm). 8. 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.
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Loosen the two screws (A) as shown in the following figure. b) Loosen the two recessed screws (B) as shown in the following figure. Use a 4 mm ball-end hex driver (130 mm long, IBM part number 02EA546) to loosen the screws. Front USB cable for the 9040-MR9 35...
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Figure 25: Loosening the disk drive backplane screws c) Grasp the disk drive backplane with two hands as indicated by the blue squares in the following figure. Pull the disk drive backplane approximately 2.5 cm (1 in) straight out from the front of the system.
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Figure 26: Partially removing the disk drive backplane d) Pull the entire system unit out of the rack at most 20.3 cm (8 in), enough to access and disconnect the SAS cables and to remove the disk drive backplane. Do not pull out or install any drawer or feature if the rack stabilizer brackets are not attached to the rack.
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Figure 27: Partially sliding the system from the rack e) Label and unplug the SAS cables from the rear of the disk drive backplane as shown in the following figure. Press in on the clip to release the cable. Hold the disk drive backplane while you remove the SAS cables to prevent the disk drive backplane from tipping forward and out of the system.
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Figure 28: Unplugging the SAS cables f) After the SAS cables are disconnected from the rear of the disk drive backplane, using two hands, push the disk drive backplane back into place, ensuring that the alignment pins at (A) insert into the slots at (B).
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Figure 29: Replacing the disk drive backplane g) Push the system unit (A) back into the rack until both release latches of the system unit lock into position. Ensure that any cables do not catch or bind as you push in the system. 40 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 30: Pushing the system back into the rack h) Using two hands, fully remove the disk drive backplane from the system. Front USB cable for the 9040-MR9 41...
Figure 31: Fully removing the disk drive backplane i) Place the disk drive backplane on an ESD surface. Removing the front USB cable from the 9040-MR9 To remove the front USB cable from the server, complete the steps in this procedure. 1.
Figure 32: Removing the front USB port connector Replacing the front USB cable in the 9040-MR9 To replace the front USB cable in the server, complete the steps in this 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.
Figure 33: Replacing the front USB port connector Preparing the system for operation after removing or replacing the front USB cable in the 9040-MR9 To prepare the system for operation after removing or replacing the front USB cable, complete the steps in this procedure.
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a) Using two hands, grasp the disk drive backplane where indicated by the blue squares in the following figure. Partially insert the disk drive backplane straight into the front of the system. Do not yet fully insert the disk drive backplane; leave about a 2.5 cm (1 in) gap at the rear of the disk drive backplane.
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Figure 35: Partially sliding the system from the rack c) Using the connector labels near the ends of the SAS cables, attach the SAS cables to the rear of the disk drive backplane as shown in the following figure. Hold the disk drive backplane while you attach the SAS cables to prevent the disk drive backplane from tipping forwards out of the system.
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Figure 36: Attaching the SAS cables d) Again using two hands, push the disk drive backplane back into place, ensuring that the alignment pins at (A) insert into the slots at (B). Front USB cable for the 9040-MR9 47...
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Figure 37: Replacing the disk drive backplane e) Push the system unit (A) back into the rack until both release latches of the system unit lock into position. Ensure that any cables do not catch or bind as you push in the system. 48 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Secure the disk drive backplane with two recessed screws at (A). Use a 4 mm ball-end hex driver (130 mm long, IBM part number 02EA546) to tighten the screws. First, set the screw threads on one side, then the other. Then, evenly tighten the screws on both sides until both sides are seated.
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Figure 39: Fastening the screws for the disk drive backplane 3. Replace all the fans in the disk drive backplane. a) Ensure that the fan handle (A) is open as shown in the following figure. b) Hold on to the fan handle and by using your hand to support the bottom of the fan, push the fan into its slot as shown in the following figure.
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7. Using your labels, reconnect all of the external cables that plug into the PCIe adapters. 8. Start the system. For instructions, see Starting a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustartsys.htm). 9. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm). 10. Verify the installed part.
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Rear USB cable for the 9040-MR9 Find information about removing and replacing a rear USB cable in the IBM Power System E950 (9040- MR9) server. Removing and replacing the rear USB cable in the 9040-MR9 Find information about removing and replacing the rear USB cable in the IBM Power System E950 (9040- MR9) server.
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Figure 41: Removing the power cords (L003) 54 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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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) 5. Attach the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap. Rear USB cable for the 9040-MR9 55...
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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: • 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.
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Figure 42: Removing the service processor card and PCIe cassettes 8. Place the system into the service position. For instructions, see Placing a system into the service position (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/ p9haj_950_service_position.htm). 9. Remove the service access cover. Attention: Operating the system without the cover for more than 10 minutes might damage the system components.
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Figure 43: Removing the service access cover 10. Remove the memory riser or filler that is nearest to the where the rear USB cable plugs into the system backplane. • For a memory riser, lift up and rotate open the two latches at (A) to release the memory riser from the system backplane as shown in the following figure.
Figure 44: Removing a memory riser • For a memory riser filler, unclip the riser and lift it out. Removing the rear USB cable from the 9040-MR9 system To remove the rear USB cable from the system, complete the steps in this procedure. 1.
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Figure 45: Removing the rear USB cable from the system backplane 3. Place the rear USB cable into the channel along the inside of the system. 4. Slide the system back into the rack to continue removing the rear USB cable. a.
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Figure 46: Placing the system into the operating position 5. Remove the rear USB cable by completing the following steps: a) Press the latch releases (A) and disconnect the USB connector (B) from the rear of the system as shown in the following figure. b) Push the USB connector (B) into the side area of the system.
Figure 47: Removing the rear USB port connector Replacing the rear USB cable in the 9040-MR9 system To replace the rear USB cable in the system, complete the steps in this 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 48: Replacing the rear USB port connector 3. Slide the system out of the rack to continue replacing the rear USB cable. Do not pull out or install any drawer or feature if the rack stabilizer brackets are not attached to the rack.
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Figure 49: Placing the system in service position 4. Plug the rear USB cable (A) into the USB socket on the system backplane as shown in the following figure. Ensure that the rear USB cable passes through the groove in the side of the chassis. 64 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
Figure 50: Replacing the rear USB cable into the system backplane Preparing the 9040-MR9 system for operation after removing or replacing the rear USB cable To prepare the system for operation after removing or replacing the rear USB cable, complete the steps in this procedure.
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Figure 51: Installing a memory riser 3. If you removed a memory riser filler, replace it. 4. Replace the service access cover. a) Lower the cover (A) onto the system unit. Ensure that the cover alignment pins (C) on each side of the cover fit into the matching slots in the chassis.
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Figure 52: Installing the service access cover 5. Place the system into the operating position. For instructions, see Placing a rack-mounted model into the operating position (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/ p9haj_950_operating_position.htm). 6. Using your labels, replace the PCIe cassettes that you removed. a) Replace the service processor card assembly (A) as shown in the following figure.
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8. Using your labels, reconnect all of the external cables that plug into the PCIe adapters. 9. Start the system. For instructions, see Starting a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustartsys.htm). 10. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm). 11. Verify the installed part.
Time-of-day battery for the 9040-MR9 Find information about removing and replacing the time-of-day battery in the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server. Removing and replacing the time-of-day battery in the 9040-MR9 Find information about removing and replacing the time-of-day battery in the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server.
• Exchange the battery 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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Figure 54: Removing the time-of-day battery cover b) Slide the hook side of the battery removal tool (A) along the negative or left side of the time-of-day battery (B). When you hear or feel a click, the tool is secured to the time-of-day battery. Time-of-day battery for the 9040-MR9 71...
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Figure 55: Connecting the battery removal tool to the time-of-day battery c) Pull the tool and the time-of-day battery (A) from the service card. 72 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
Figure 56: Removing the time-of-day battery Replacing the time-of-day battery in the 9040-MR9 To replace the time-of-day battery, complete the steps in this 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.
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. 2. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm).
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• To access the ASMI by using the HMC, complete the following steps: a. Select the system on which you are working. b. Click Tasks. c. Click Operations > Launch Advanced System Management (ASM). 4. Reset the time-of-day settings by using the ASMI. To set the time-of-day, complete the following steps: a) In the navigation area of the ASMI, click System Configuration >...
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Figure 58: Removing the power cords (L003) 76 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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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) c) Using your labels, reconnect the power cords (A) to the system unit as shown in the following figure.
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Verify that the content pane displays the current date (month, day, and year) and time (hours, minutes, and seconds). 6. If applicable, close the rack front and rear doors. 7. Start the system. For instructions, see Starting a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustartsys.htm). 78 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 Find information about removing and replacing the SAS cables in the IBM Power System E950 (9040- MR9) server. Removing and replacing externally-secured SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 Learn how to remove and replace the externally-secured SAS cables in the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server.
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Figure 60: Identifying the internally-secured SAS cables 2. If the system has externally-secured SAS cables as shown in the following figure, follow the steps in this procedure. The externally-secured SAS cables have a screw at (A) and a housing at (B). 80 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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5. Use the blue LED to identify the server. Ensure that the serial number of the system matches the serial number to be serviced. 6. Stop the system. For instructions, see Stopping a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustopsys.htm). 7. Label and disconnect the power cords from the system unit as shown in the following figure.
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Figure 62: Removing the power cords (L003) 82 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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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) 8. Label and disconnect all non-SAS external cables that are attached to the PCIe adapters. Leave the rear SAS cables connected for now.
9. If applicable, open the rack front door. 10. Remove the front cover. For instructions, see Removing the front cover (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_950_front_bezel_off.htm). 11. 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.
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Loosen the two screws (A) as shown in the following figure. b) Loosen the two recessed screws (B) as shown in the following figure. Use a 4 mm ball-end hex driver (130 mm long, IBM part number 02EA546) to loosen the screws. SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 85...
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Figure 64: Loosening the disk drive backplane screws c) Grasp the disk drive backplane with two hands as indicated by the blue squares in the following figure. Pull the disk drive backplane approximately 2.5 cm (1 in) straight out from the front of the system.
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Figure 65: Partially removing the disk drive backplane d) Pull the entire system unit out of the rack at most 20.3 cm (8 in), enough to access and disconnect the SAS cables and to remove the disk drive backplane. Do not pull out or install any drawer or feature if the rack stabilizer brackets are not attached to the rack.
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Figure 66: Partially sliding the system from the rack e) Label and unplug the SAS cables from the rear of the disk drive backplane as shown in the following figure. Press in on the clip to release the cable. Hold the disk drive backplane while you remove the SAS cables to prevent the disk drive backplane from tipping forward and out of the system.
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Figure 67: Unplugging the SAS cables f) After the SAS cables are disconnected from the rear of the disk drive backplane, using two hands, push the disk drive backplane back into place, ensuring that the alignment pins at (A) insert into the slots at (B).
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Figure 68: Replacing the disk drive backplane g) Push the system unit (A) back into the rack until both release latches of the system unit lock into position. Ensure that any cables do not catch or bind as you push in the system. 90 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 69: Pushing the system back into the rack h) Using two hands, fully remove the disk drive backplane from the system. SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 91...
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Figure 70: Fully removing the disk drive backplane i) Place the disk drive backplane on an ESD surface. 4. Move the system unit out of the rack at most 79 cm (31 in), enough to remove the top cover. Do not pull out or install any drawer or feature if the rack stabilizer brackets are not attached to the rack.
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Figure 71: Partially sliding the system from the rack 5. Remove the service access cover by completing the following. Attention: Operating the system without the cover for more than 10 minutes might damage the system components. For proper cooling and airflow, replace the cover before turning on the system.
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Figure 72: Removing the service access cover 6. Remove the SAS cable support (A) by lifting it straight up as shown in the following figure. 94 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 73: Removing the SAS cable support 7. Replace the service access cover. a) Lower the cover (A) onto the system unit. Ensure that the cover alignment pins (C) on each side of the cover fit into the matching slots in the chassis. b) Slide the cover (A) onto the system unit.
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Figure 74: Installing the service access cover 8. Loop and push the SAS cables (A) from the front of the system, into the side channel inside the system. This enables the cables to be pulled through the system to the rear. Do not fold the cables back onto themselves;...
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Figure 75: Looping and pushing the SAS cables inside the system 9. Complete the following steps to place the system in the operating position. a. If needed, unlock the blue rail safety latches (A) by pushing them towards the front as shown in the following figure.
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Figure 76: Placing the system into the operating position 10. Note the positions and label the rear SAS cables. See the following figures. Complete the following steps to remove the SAS cables. a) Slightly push in the SAS cable. b) While pushing the SAS cable, gently pull the blue tab (A) straight back from the system to release the latches that secure the SAS cable to the PCIe adapter.
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Figure 77: Disconnecting the SAS cables for the base configuration SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 99...
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Figure 78: Disconnecting the SAS cables for the split configuration 11. Loosen the screw (A) that secures the SAS cable holder (B) to the rear of the system. Remove the SAS cable holder and SAS cables from the rear of the system. 100 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
Figure 79: Removing the SAS cable holder and SAS cables Replacing the SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 To replace the SAS cables in the server, complete the steps in this 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 80: Inserting the SAS cables and SAS cable holder 3. Using the labels on the cables, based on your configuration, remove the protective SAS cable covers, and insert the SAS cables into the PCIe cards as shown in the following figure. 102 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 81: Plugging the SAS cables for the base configuration SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 103...
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Figure 82: Plugging the SAS cables for the split configuration 4. Move the system unit out of the rack at most 79 cm (31 in), enough to remove the top cover. Do not pull out or install any drawer or feature if the rack stabilizer brackets are not attached to the rack.
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Figure 83: Partially sliding the system from the rack 5. Remove the service access cover by completing the following. Attention: Operating the system without the cover for more than 10 minutes might damage the system components. For proper cooling and airflow, replace the cover before turning on the system.
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Figure 84: Removing the service access cover 6. Place the SAS cables (A) against the foam of the SAS cable support (B) as shown in the following figure. With your fingers holding the SAS cables against the foam, lower the SAS cable support (B) and SAS cables straight down between the alignment pins (C).
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Figure 85: Replacing the SAS cable holder 7. Replace the service access cover. a) Lower the cover (A) onto the system unit. Ensure that the cover alignment pins (C) on each side of the cover fit into the matching slots in the chassis. b) Slide the cover (A) onto the system unit.
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Figure 86: Installing the service access cover 8. Route the SAS cables around to the front of the system. 108 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 87: Routing the SAS cables 9. To replace the disk drive backplane, complete the following steps: Do not pull out or install any drawer or feature if the rack stabilizer brackets are not attached to the rack. Do not pull out more than one drawer at a time. The rack might become unstable if you pull out more than one drawer at a time.
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Figure 88: Partially replacing the disk drive backplane b) Move the system unit (A) to be at most 20.3 cm (8 in) from the rack as shown in the following figure. Ensure that any cables do not catch or bind as you move the system. 110 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 89: Partially sliding the system into the rack c) Using the connector labels near the ends of the SAS cables, attach the SAS cables to the rear of the disk drive backplane as shown in the following figure. Hold the disk drive backplane while you attach the SAS cables to prevent the disk drive backplane from tipping forwards out of the system.
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Figure 90: Attaching the SAS cables d) Again using two hands, push the disk drive backplane back into place, ensuring that the alignment pins at (A) insert into the slots at (B). 112 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 91: Replacing the disk drive backplane e) Push the system unit (A) back into the rack until both release latches of the system unit lock into position. Ensure that any cables do not catch or bind as you push in the system. SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 113...
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Secure the disk drive backplane with two recessed screws at (A). Use a 4 mm ball-end hex driver (130 mm long, IBM part number 02EA546) to tighten the screws. First, set the screw threads on one side, then the other. Then, evenly tighten the screws on both sides until both sides are seated.
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Figure 93: Fastening the screws for the disk drive backplane 10. Replace all the fans in the disk drive backplane. a) Ensure that the fan handle (A) is open as shown in the following figure. b) Hold on to the fan handle and by using your hand to support the bottom of the fan, push the fan into its slot as shown in the following figure.
3. Using your labels, reconnect all of the external cables that plug into the PCIe adapters. 4. Start the system. For instructions, see Starting a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustartsys.htm). 5. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm). 6. If applicable, close the rack front door.
• If you replaced the part because of a service action, verify the installed part. For instructions, see https://www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9ect/ pxect_verifyrepair.htm (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9ect/ pxect_verifyrepair.htm). • If you installed the part for any other reason, verify the installed part. For instructions, see https:// www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/pxhaj_hsmverify.htm (www.ibm.com/...
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Figure 95: Identifying the externally-secured SAS cables 2. If the system has internally-secured SAS cables as shown in the following figure, complete the steps in this procedure; continue with the next step. The internally-secured SAS cables do not have a screw at (A). The area at (B) is an open slot containing the SAS cables.
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Figure 96: Identifying the internally-secured SAS cables 3. 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: •...
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b) While pushing the SAS cable, gently pull the blue tab (A) straight back from the system to release the latches that secure the SAS cable to the PCIe adapter. Do not pull the blue tab to the side, you might break the tab and prevent the cable from being removed.
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Figure 98: Disconnecting the SAS cables for the split configuration 5. Remove all the fans from the disk drive backplane as shown in the following figure. a) Put your thumb against the latch (A) in the following figure, and put your index finger against the latch (B).
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Figure 100: Loosening the disk drive backplane screws c) Grasp the disk drive backplane with two hands as indicated by the blue squares in the following figure. Pull the disk drive backplane approximately 2.5 cm (1 in) straight out from the front of the system.
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Figure 101: Partially removing the disk drive backplane d) Pull the entire system unit out of the rack at most 20.3 cm (8 in), enough to access and disconnect the SAS cables and to remove the disk drive backplane. Do not pull out or install any drawer or feature if the rack stabilizer brackets are not attached to the rack.
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Figure 102: Partially sliding the system from the rack e) Label and unplug the SAS cables from the rear of the disk drive backplane as shown in the following figure. Press in on the clip to release the cable. Hold the disk drive backplane while you remove the SAS cables to prevent the disk drive backplane from tipping forward and out of the system.
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Figure 103: Unplugging the SAS cables f) After the SAS cables are disconnected from the rear of the disk drive backplane, using two hands, push the disk drive backplane back into place, ensuring that the alignment pins at (A) insert into the slots at (B).
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Figure 104: Replacing the disk drive backplane g) Push the system unit (A) back into the rack until both release latches of the system unit lock into position. Ensure that any cables do not catch or bind as you push in the system. SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 127...
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Figure 105: Pushing the system back into the rack h) Using two hands, fully remove the disk drive backplane from the system. 128 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 106: Fully removing the disk drive backplane i) Place the disk drive backplane on an ESD surface. 7. Move the system unit out of the rack at most 79 cm (31 in), enough to remove the top cover. Do not pull out or install any drawer or feature if the rack stabilizer brackets are not attached to the rack.
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Figure 107: Partially sliding the system from the rack 8. Remove the service access cover by completing the following. Attention: Operating the system without the cover for more than 10 minutes might damage the system components. For proper cooling and airflow, replace the cover before turning on the system.
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Figure 108: Removing the service access cover 9. Install the system-to-rail locking clips onto each rail. The system-to-rail locking clips keep the front end of the system from dislodging from the rails when you move the system into the service position. a) On the right side of the rail, pull the blue latch marked R (A).
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Figure 109: Pulling the blue rail latch b) Each side of each clip is stamped with an L and an R. For the right side of the rail, ensure that the side stamped R is facing outward. Figure 110: Right system-to-rail locking clip c) While holding the blue latch (A), rotate the clip (B) into the rail until it clicks into place.
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Figure 111: Installing the clip onto the rail d) Ensure that the clip (C) is flush with the rail and that the system chassis pin is seated in the clip, as shown in the following figure. e) Release the blue latch (D). SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 133...
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Figure 112: Releasing the blue latch a) Repeat these steps for the L slide rail, using the clip with the side stamped L facing outward. 10. Remove the memory voltage regulator modules from locations P1-C25, P1-C30, P1-C31, and P1- C36. Tip: As you remove parts from inside the system, take notes about the location for each part.
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Figure 113: Removing the memory voltage regulator modules 11. Remove the memory module riser cards from locations P1-C26, P1-C27, P1-C28, P1-C29, P1-C32, P1-C33, P1-C34, and P1-C35. As you remove the cards, take notes about the locations from which you are removing the memory module riser cards.
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Figure 114: Removing the memory module riser cards 12. Remove the trusted platform module (TPM) card from location P1-C21. a) Grasp the TPM card by the plastic housing. Refer to the following image. b) Pull the TPM card out of its slot on the system backplane. 136 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 115: Removing the TPM card 13. Remove the standby voltage regulator module from location P1-C22. a) Unlock the levers (A) to release the voltage regulator module from its connector. Refer to the following image. b) Rotate the levers in the direction shown. c) While holding the voltage regulator module by its levers, pull upward to remove the card from its slot.
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Figure 116: Removing the standby voltage regulator module 14. Remove the I/O voltage regulator module from location P1-C23. a) Unlock the levers (A) to release the voltage regulator module from its connector. Refer to the following image. b) Rotate the levers in the direction shown. c) While holding the voltage regulator module by its levers, pull upward to remove the card from its slot.
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Figure 117: Removing the I/O voltage regulator module 15. Disconnect the rear USB cable. a) Press the cable release (A) to disconnect the rear USB cable from the system backplane as shown in the following figure. SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 139...
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Figure 118: Disconnecting the rear USB cable from the system backplane b) Route the rear USB cable over the side of the system to prevent it from interfering with the removal of the system backplane. 16. Remove the vital product data (VPD) card from location P1-C24. a) Grasp the VPD card by the plastic housing.
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Figure 119: Removing the VPD card 17. Remove the processor voltage regulator modules or processor voltage regulator fillers from locations P1-C13, P1-C16, P1-C17, and P1-C20. a) Unlock the levers (A) to release the voltage regulator module or filler from its connector. Refer to the following image.
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Figure 120: Removing the processor voltage regulator modules or fillers 18. Remove the heat sink from the system processor in location P1-C18. As you face the front of the system, location P1-C18 is the third processor from the left. Note: Do not remove the system processor. It is necessary to remove the heat sink in this location so that you can unplug the cable that connects the power midplane to the system backplane in an upcoming step.
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Figure 121: Removing the heat sink 19. Remove the power midplane. a) Unplug the cable from its connector on the power midplane. SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 143...
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Figure 122: Unplugging the cable from its connector on the power midplane b) Using a 4mm Hex driver, loosen the four captive screws (A) on the power midplane bulkhead. The screws attach the power midplane to the system chassis. Refer to the following image. 144 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 123: Loosening the captive screws on the power midplane bulkhead c) Using a 4mm Hex driver, loosen the four thumbscrews (B) that secure the power midplane to the metal brackets inside the system. SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 145...
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Figure 124: Loosening the thumbscrews and removing the power midplane d) Lift the power midplane by its bulkhead (C) and pull it out of the system. Refer to the previous image. e) Place the power midplane on an appropriate ESD surface. 20.
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Figure 125: System backplane screw locations b) Grasp the system backplane by the front (A) or middle (B) metal bulkheads and the rear metal bulkhead (C). Lift straight up to disengage the four alignment pins from the bottom of the chassis. Figure 126: Grasping the system backplane and disengaging the pins c) Place the system backplane on an appropriate ESD surface.
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Figure 127: Removing the internally-secured SAS cable holder 22. To remove the internally-secured SAS cables from the chassis, complete the following steps. a) Guide the SAS cables into the system from the rear. Ensure that the SAS cables do not get caught in the chassis. b) Carefully pull the SAS cables that extend out of the rear of the server into the middle server area as shown in the following figure.
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Figure 128: Removing the internally-secured SAS cables 23. Replace the system backplane by completing the following steps. a) Grasp the system backplane by the front (A) and middle (B) or rear metal bulkheads (C). As you lower the backplane straight down into the chassis, take care to ensure that the pins on the bottom of the backplane align with the holes in the chassis.
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Figure 129: Lowering the system backplane into the chassis b) Using a 5.5 mm Phillips head screwdriver, tighten the four captive screws (A) that mount the backplane to the chassis. Refer to the following image for the location of the screws. Figure 130: System backplane screw locations 150 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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24. Replace the power midplane. a) Grasp the power midplane by its bulkhead (A) and lower it into the system chassis. Refer to the following image. Figure 131: Replacing the power midplane b) Using a 4mm Hex driver, tighten the four captive thumbscrews (B) on the power midplane bulkhead.
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Figure 132: Tightening the captive screws on the power midplane bulkhead d) Reconnect the cable to its connector on the power midplane. 152 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 133: Reconnecting the cable to its connector on the power midplane 25. Use this step to install a new silver-colored TIM and the heat sink. a) The thermal interface material (TIM) is typically adhered to the heat sink. • If the old TIM cannot be easily removed from the heat sink, use the supplied plastic putty knife to scrape the TIM from the heat sink.
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Figure 134: Installing the silver-colored TIM onto the system processor module e) Place the heat sink on the TIM as shown in Figure 135 on page 155. 154 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 135: Installing the heat sink on the silver-colored TIM 26. Secure the TIM and heat sink to the socket of the system processor module. a) Ensure that the heat sink load arms are engaged as shown by (A) in Figure 136 on page 156. b) Tighten the center load screw clockwise by using the supplied hex key as shown by (B) in Figure 136 on page 156 until a firm stop is reached.
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Figure 136: Tightening the center load screw on the heat sink 27. Replace the processor voltage regulator modules or processor voltage regulator module fillers in locations P1-C13, P1-C16, P1-C17, and P1-C20. a) With the levers (A) in the open position, hold the voltage regulator module or filler by its levers and lower the voltage regulator module or filler into its slot in the system.
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Figure 137: Replacing the processor voltage regulator modules or fillers 28. Replace the vital product data (VPD) card in location P1-C24. a) Align the VPD card in its slot on the system backplane. Refer to the following image. b) Press the VPD card firmly into place until it is fully seated. SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 157...
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Figure 138: Replacing the VPD card 29. Reconnect the rear USB cable (A) in the USB socket on the system backplane as shown in the following figure. 158 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 139: Reconnecting the rear USB cable in the USB socket on the system backplane 30. Replace the I/O voltage regulator module in location P1-C23. a) With the levers (A) in the open position, hold the voltage regulator module by its levers and lower the voltage regulator module into its slot in the system.
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Figure 140: Replacing the I/O voltage regulator module 31. Replace the standby voltage regulator module in location P1-C22. a) With the levers (A) in the open position, hold the voltage regulator module by its levers and lower the voltage regulator module into its slot in the system. Refer to the following image. b) Gently push the voltage regulator module into its connector.
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Figure 141: Replacing a standby voltage regulator module 32. Replace the trusted platform module (TPM) card in location P1-C21. a) Insert the TPM card into its slot on the system backplane. Refer to the following image. b) Push the TPM card into place until it is fully seated. SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 161...
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Figure 142: Replacing the TPM card 33. Replace the memory module riser cards in locations P1-C26, P1-C27, P1-C28, P1-C29, P1-C32, P1- C33, P1-C34, and P1-C35. a) Ensure the release latches (A) are fully open to a 90 degree angle as shown in the following figure. b) Align the memory module riser card with the connector.
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Figure 143: Replacing the memory module riser cards 34. Replace the memory voltage regulator modules in locations P1-C25, P1-C30, P1-C31, and P1-C36. a) With the levers (A) in the open position, hold the voltage regulator module by its levers and lower the voltage regulator module into its slot in the system.
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Figure 144: Replacing the memory voltage regulator modules 35. Replace the service access cover. a) Lower the cover (A) onto the system unit. Ensure that the cover alignment pins (C) on each side of the cover fit into the matching slots in the chassis. b) Slide the cover (A) onto the system unit.
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Figure 145: Installing the service access cover 36. Remove the system-to-rail locking clips. a) On the right rail, pull the blue latch marked R. b) While holding the blue latch, rotate the clip off the rail. c) Release the blue latch. d) Repeat steps “36.a”...
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Figure 146: Placing the system into the operating position 38. Install the new replacement externally-secured SAS cable. Carefully insert the SAS cables into the rear of the system as shown in the following figure. Ensure that no connectors catch or bind on internal parts.
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Figure 147: Inserting the SAS cables and SAS cable holder 39. Move the system unit out of the rack at most 79 cm (31 in), enough to remove the top cover. Do not pull out or install any drawer or feature if the rack stabilizer brackets are not attached to the rack.
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Figure 148: Partially sliding the system from the rack 40. Remove the service access cover by completing the following. Attention: Operating the system without the cover for more than 10 minutes might damage the system components. For proper cooling and airflow, replace the cover before turning on the system.
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Figure 149: Removing the service access cover 41. Place the SAS cables (A) against the foam of the SAS cable support (B) as shown in the following figure. With your fingers holding the SAS cables against the foam, lower the SAS cable support (B) and SAS cables straight down between the alignment pins (C).
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Figure 150: Replacing the SAS cable holder 42. Replace the service access cover. a) Lower the cover (A) onto the system unit. Ensure that the cover alignment pins (C) on each side of the cover fit into the matching slots in the chassis. b) Slide the cover (A) onto the system unit.
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Figure 151: Installing the service access cover 43. Route the SAS cables around to the front of the system. SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 171...
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Figure 152: Routing the SAS cables 44. To replace the disk drive backplane, complete the following steps: Do not pull out or install any drawer or feature if the rack stabilizer brackets are not attached to the rack. Do not pull out more than one drawer at a time. The rack might become unstable if you pull out more than one drawer at a time.
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Figure 153: Partially replacing the disk drive backplane b) Move the system unit (A) to be at most 20.3 cm (8 in) from the rack as shown in the following figure. Ensure that any cables do not catch or bind as you move the system. SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 173...
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Figure 154: Partially sliding the system into the rack c) Using the connector labels near the ends of the SAS cables, attach the SAS cables to the rear of the disk drive backplane as shown in the following figure. Hold the disk drive backplane while you attach the SAS cables to prevent the disk drive backplane from tipping forwards out of the system.
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Figure 155: Attaching the SAS cables d) Again using two hands, push the disk drive backplane back into place, ensuring that the alignment pins at (A) insert into the slots at (B). SAS cables in the 9040-MR9 175...
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Figure 156: Replacing the disk drive backplane e) Push the system unit (A) back into the rack until both release latches of the system unit lock into position. Ensure that any cables do not catch or bind as you push in the system. 176 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Secure the disk drive backplane with two recessed screws at (A). Use a 4 mm ball-end hex driver (130 mm long, IBM part number 02EA546) to tighten the screws. First, set the screw threads on one side, then the other. Then, evenly tighten the screws on both sides until both sides are seated.
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Figure 158: Fastening the screws for the disk drive backplane 45. Replace all the fans in the disk drive backplane. a) Ensure that the fan handle (A) is open as shown in the following figure. b) Hold on to the fan handle and by using your hand to support the bottom of the fan, push the fan into its slot as shown in the following figure.
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Figure 159: Replacing the fans 46. Replace the front cover. For instructions, see Installing the front cover (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_950_front_bezel_on.htm). 47. Replace the power supplies: a) Slide the power supply into the system until the latch locks in place. b) Repeat step “47.a” on page 179 to replace the remaining power supplies.
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Figure 160: Replacing the power supplies 48. Replace the PCIe adapter cassettes. a) Slide the PCIe adapter cassette forward until the cassette is fully seated. b) To lock the cassette in its slot, squeeze the latch lever (A) toward the latch (B) and rotate the latch (B) in the direction that is shown.
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Figure 161: Replacing the PCIe adapter cassettes c) Repeat steps “48.a” on page 180 through “48.b” on page 180 to replace the remaining PCIe adapter cassettes. 49. Using the labels on the cables, based on your configuration, remove the protective SAS cable covers, and insert the SAS cables into the PCIe cards as shown in the following figure.
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Figure 162: Plugging the SAS cables for the base configuration 182 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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51. Reconnect the power cords to the system. For instructions, see Connecting the power cords (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_950_power_cord_in.htm). 52. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm). 53. Start the system. For instructions, see Starting a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustartsys.htm).
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Memory modules and memory risers for the 9040- Find information about memory modules and memory risers in the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server. Memory modules for the 9040-MR9 Find information about installing, removing, and replacing the memory modules in the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server.
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• This system might be equipped with two or more power supplies. If the removing and replacing procedures require the system power to be turned off, ensure that all power sources to the system are disconnected. • The power cord (B) is fastened to the system with a hook-and-loop fastener (A). If you are placing the system in a service position after you disconnect the power cords, ensure that you unstrap the fastener.
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5. Label and disconnect all external cables that are attached to the PCIe adapters. 6. Place the system into the service position. For instructions, see Placing a system into the service position (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_950_service_position.htm). 7. Attach the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap.
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Figure 165: Removing the service access cover 9. Remove the memory riser. a) Open the release latches (A) on the memory riser as shown in the following figure. Open the latches to the fully upright 90 degree position. b) Pull out the memory riser from the slot by holding onto the latches. Memory modules and memory risers for the 9040-MR9 189...
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Figure 166: Removing a memory riser Installing memory modules in the 9040-MR9 system To install memory module into a memory riser, complete the steps in this 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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Attention: Memory modules are keyed to prevent a memory module from being installed incorrectly. Note the location of the key tab within the memory module connector before you attempt to install the memory module. 5. Ensure that the locking tabs of the memory module are open. Slowly press the memory module straight down, firmly into the slot, until the locking tabs lock into place.
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Figure 168: Inserting a memory riser 3. Replace the service access cover. a) Lower the cover (A) onto the system unit. Ensure that the cover alignment pins (C) on each side of the cover fit into the matching slots in the chassis. b) Slide the cover (A) onto the system unit.
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6. Using your labels, reconnect all of the external cables that plug into the PCIe adapters. 7. Start the system. For instructions, see Starting a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustartsys.htm). 8. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm). 9. Verify the installed part.
Find information about removing and replacing memory modules in the system. If your system is managed by the Hardware Management Console (HMC), use the HMC to repair a part in the system. For instructions, see Repairing a part by using the HMC (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_hmc_repair.htm).
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Figure 170: Removing the power cords (L003) Memory modules and memory risers for the 9040-MR9 195...
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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) 5. Label and disconnect all external cables that are attached to the PCIe adapters. 196 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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6. Place the system into the service position. For instructions, see Placing a system into the service position (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/ p9haj_950_service_position.htm). 7. 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.
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Figure 171: Removing the service access cover 9. To activate the identify LED for the faulty part, press and hold push-button (A) on the trusted platform module card as shown in the following figure. Verify that the green LED (B) is lit, which indicates that sufficient power exists for the identify LED. If the LED (B) is not lit, use the location code to find the physical location by using the service label.
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Figure 172: Activating the identify LED 10. Locate the amber LED for the memory riser for the failed memory module. Make a note of which memory riser is lit; that indicates the memory module to replace. Figure 173 on page 200 shows the locations (A) of the memory riser LEDs. Memory modules and memory risers for the 9040-MR9 199...
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Figure 173: LEDs for a memory riser If the locator function does not work, you will need to use the event log information to locate the memory riser to remove. 11. To remove the memory riser that was identified, complete the following steps: a) Open the release latches (A) on the memory riser as shown in the following figure.
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Figure 174: Removing a memory riser 12. Place the memory riser on an electrostatic discharge (ESD) mat. Removing a memory module from the 9040-MR9 system To remove a memory module from the system, complete the steps in this 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 175: Identifying a memory module 3. To unlock the memory module from its connector, simultaneously push both of the locking tabs away from the module in the direction that is shown in Figure 176 on page 203. The lever action of the tabs pushes the memory module out of the connector. If you find it hard to open the tabs with your fingers, you may use the tips of ball point pens, or the eraser ends of pencils.
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Figure 176: Removing a memory module 4. Hold the memory module by the edges and pull it out of the system. 5. If the removed part is used again, place the part on an electrostatic discharge (ESD) mat. Replacing a memory module in the 9040-MR9 system To replace a memory module in the system, complete the steps in this procedure.
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Figure 177: Replacing a memory module Preparing the 9040-MR9 system for operation after removing and replacing a memory module To prepare the system for operation after you remove and replace a memory module, complete the steps in this 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 178: Inserting a memory riser 3. Replace the service access cover. a) Lower the cover (A) onto the system unit. Ensure that the cover alignment pins (C) on each side of the cover fit into the matching slots in the chassis. b) Slide the cover (A) onto the system unit.
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6. Using your labels, reconnect all of the external cables that plug into the PCIe adapters. 7. Start the system. For instructions, see Starting a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustartsys.htm). 8. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm). 9. Verify the installed part.
Plugging rules for memory modules in the 9040-MR9 system Find information about the configurations and rules that apply to memory modules for the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server. This information describes the rules for memory modules in the system.
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3. Stop the system. For instructions, see Stopping a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustopsys.htm). 4. Label and disconnect the power source from the system by unplugging the power cords from the system. Notes: • This system might be equipped with two or more power supplies. If the removing and replacing procedures require the system power to be turned off, ensure that all power sources to the system are disconnected.
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5. Label and disconnect all external cables that are attached to the PCIe adapters. 6. Place the system into the service position. For instructions, see Placing a system into the service position (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_950_service_position.htm). 7. Attach the electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap.
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Figure 181: Removing the service access cover 9. Remove the memory riser from which you will remove memory modules. a) Open the release latches (A) on the memory riser as shown in the following figure. Open the latches to the fully upright 90 degree position. b) Pull out the memory riser from the slot by holding onto the latches.
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Figure 182: Removing a memory riser Permanently removing a memory module from the 9040-MR9 system To permanently remove memory modules from the system, complete the steps in this 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 183: Removing a memory module 3. Hold the memory module by the edges and pull it out of the system. 4. If the removed part is used again, place the part on an electrostatic discharge (ESD) mat. 5. Insert a memory module filler. Note: The memory module slots must contain either a memory module or a filler to ensure proper cooling.
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d) Rotate the release latches into the closed position, and press the release latches down to ensure that the memory riser is fully seated into the connector. Figure 184: Inserting a memory riser 3. Replace the service access cover. a) Lower the cover (A) onto the system unit. Ensure that the cover alignment pins (C) on each side of the cover fit into the matching slots in the chassis.
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6. Using your labels, reconnect all of the external cables that plug into the PCIe adapters. 7. Start the system. For instructions, see Starting a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustartsys.htm). 8. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm). Memory modules and memory risers for the 9040-MR9 215...
Memory riser for the 9040-MR9 Find information about installing, removing, and replacing the memory riser in the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server. Installing a memory riser in the 9040-MR9 system To install a memory riser in a system, complete the steps in this procedure.
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Figure 186: Removing the power cords (L003) Memory modules and memory risers for the 9040-MR9 217...
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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) 5. Label and disconnect all external cables that are attached to the PCIe adapters. 218 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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6. Place the system into the service position. For instructions, see Placing a system into the service position (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_950_service_position.htm). 7. 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.
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Figure 187: Removing the service access cover Installing a memory riser in the 9040-MR9 system To install memory riser cards in a system, complete the steps in this 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 188: Removing a memory riser filler 4. To insert the memory riser, complete the following steps: a) Ensure the release latches (A) are fully open to a 90 degree angle as shown in the following figure. b) Align the memory riser with the connector. c) Press the memory riser firmly into the connector.
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Figure 189: Inserting a memory riser 5. Repeat steps “3” on page 220 - “4” on page 221 for each memory riser. Preparing the 9040-MR9 system for operation after installing a memory riser To prepare the system for operation after you install a memory riser, complete the steps in this procedure. 1.
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5. Using your labels, reconnect all of the external cables that plug into the PCIe adapters. 6. Start the system. For instructions, see Starting a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustartsys.htm). 7. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm). 8. Verify the installed part.
Find information about removing and replacing a memory riser in the system. If your system is managed by the Hardware Management Console (HMC), use the HMC to repair a part in the system. For instructions, see Repairing a part by using the HMC (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_hmc_repair.htm).
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Figure 191: Removing the power cords (L003) Memory modules and memory risers for the 9040-MR9 225...
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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) 4. Label and disconnect all external cables that are attached to the PCIe adapters. 226 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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5. Place the system into the service position. For instructions, see Placing a system into the service position (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_950_service_position.htm). 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.
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Figure 192: Removing the service access cover 8. To activate the identify LED for the faulty part, press and hold push-button (A) on the trusted platform module card as shown in the following figure. Verify that the green LED (B) is lit, which indicates that sufficient power exists for the identify LED. If the LED (B) is not lit, use the location code to find the physical location by using the service label.
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Figure 193: Activating the identify LED 9. Locate the amber LED for the failed memory riser. Make a note of which memory riser is lit. Figure 194 on page 230 shows the locations (A) of the memory riser LEDs. Memory modules and memory risers for the 9040-MR9 229...
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Figure 194: LEDs for a memory riser If the locator function does not work, you will need to use the event log information to locate the memory riser to remove. Removing a memory riser from the 9040-MR9 system To remove a memory riser from the system, complete the steps in this procedure. 1.
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Figure 195: Removing a memory riser 3. If the removed part is used again, place the part on an electrostatic discharge (ESD) mat. Replacing a memory riser in the 9040-MR9 system To replace a memory riser in the system, complete the steps in this procedure. 1.
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Figure 196: Inserting a memory riser Preparing the 9040-MR9 system for operation after removing and replacing a memory riser To prepare the system for operation after you remove and replace a memory riser, complete the steps in this 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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5. Using your labels, reconnect all of the external cables that plug into the PCIe adapters. 6. Start the system. For instructions, see Starting a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustartsys.htm). 7. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm). 8. Verify the installed part.
Find information about permanently removing a memory riser from the system. If your system is managed by the Hardware Management Console (HMC), use the HMC to repair a part in the system. For instructions, see Repairing a part by using the HMC (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_hmc_repair.htm).
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Figure 198: Removing the power cords (L003) Memory modules and memory risers for the 9040-MR9 235...
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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) 5. Label and disconnect all external cables that are attached to the PCIe adapters. 236 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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6. Place the system into the service position. For instructions, see Placing a system into the service position (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_950_service_position.htm). 7. 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.
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Figure 199: Removing the service access cover Permanently removing a memory riser from the 9040-MR9 system To permanently remove a memory riser from the system, complete the steps in this 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 200: Removing a memory riser 3. If the removed part is used again, place the part on an electrostatic discharge (ESD) mat. 4. For each memory riser that you are removing, insert a memory riser filler into that slot as shown in Figure 201 on page 240.
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Figure 201: Inserting a memory riser filler 5. Repeat steps “2” on page 238 - “4” on page 239 for each memory riser that you want to remove. Preparing the 9040-MR9 system for operation after permanently removing a memory riser To prepare the system for operation after you permanently remove a memory riser, complete the steps in this procedure.
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5. Using your labels, reconnect all of the external cables that plug into the PCIe adapters. 6. Start the system. For instructions, see Starting a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustartsys.htm). 7. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm). 8. Verify the installed part.
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Service processor card assembly for the 9040-MR9 Find information about removing and replacing the service processor card assembly in the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) system. Removing and replacing the service processor card assembly in the 9040- Find information about removing and replacing the service processor card assembly in the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server.
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• This system might be equipped with two or more power supplies. If the removing and replacing procedures require the system power to be turned off, ensure that all power sources to the system are disconnected. • The power cord (B) is fastened to the system with a hook-and-loop fastener (A). If you are placing the system in a service position after you disconnect the power cords, ensure that you unstrap the fastener.
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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) 7. 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.
Figure 204: Removing the service processor card assembly 3. If the removed part is used again, place the part on an electrostatic discharge (ESD) mat. The service processor card assembly is both the PCIe cassette like holder and the service processor card within that holder.
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Figure 205: Installing the service processor card assembly into slot 3. Remove the time-of-day battery cover (A) as shown in the following figure. Remove the protective plastic insulator (B) from the time-of day battery, to allow the time-of-day battery to make contact with the service processor card. 248 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 206: Removing the protective plastic insulator from the battery 4. Replace the time-of-day battery cover as shown in the following figure. Service processor card assembly for the 9040-MR9 249...
Figure 207: Replacing the time-of-day battery cover Preparing the 9040-MR9 system for operation after removing and replacing the service processor card assembly To prepare the system for operation after you replace the service processor card assembly, complete the steps in this procedure. 1.
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Figure 208: Connecting the power cords 3. Access the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI). For instructions, see Accessing the ASMI without an HMC (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9hby/connect_asmi.htm). 4. A new service processor card has the following settings: • Port 1 default IP: 169.254.2.147 •...
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7. Start the system. For instructions, see Starting a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustartsys.htm). 8. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm). 9. Use the ASMI to ensure that the new service processor card has the same level of firmware as the original service processor card.
System processor modules for the 9040-MR9 You can install, remove, and replace the system processor modules in the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server. Removing and replacing the system processor module in the 9040-MR9 Find information about removing and replacing a system processor module in the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server.
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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) 4. Complete the following steps to place the system in the service position. System processor modules for the 9040-MR9 255...
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Do not pull out or install any drawer or feature if the rack stabilizer brackets are not attached to the rack. Do not pull out more than one drawer at a time. The rack might become unstable if you pull out more than one drawer at a time.
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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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Figure 211: Removing the service access cover 7. To activate the identify LED for the faulty part, press and hold push-button (A) on the trusted platform module card as shown in the following figure. Verify that the green LED (B) is lit, which indicates that sufficient power exists for the identify LED. If the LED (B) is not lit, use the location code to find the physical location by using the service label.
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Figure 212: Activating the identify LED 8. Locate the amber LED for the failed system processor module. Make a note of which LED is on. Figure 213 on page 260 shows the locations of the system processor module LEDs. System processor modules for the 9040-MR9 259...
Figure 213: LEDs for a system processor module If the locator function does not work, you will need to use the event log information to locate the system processor module to replace. Removing the system processor module from the 9040-MR9 system To remove a system processor module, complete the steps in this procedure.
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Figure 214: Opening the system processor module packaging 3. Remove the heat sink from the system processor module. (L007) CAUTION: A hot surface nearby. (L007) a. Loosen the heat sink actuation screw by turning the supplied hex key counterclockwise (A). Loosen the screw until it moves freely.
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Figure 215: Removing the heat sink 4. Prepare the system processor module for removal by completing the following steps. a) Ensure that the removal tool (A) is in the open position as shown in Figure 216 on page 263. The middle ring (B) must be pushed down and blue tabs (C) must be turned inward.
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Figure 216: Ensuring that the removal tool is in the open position b) Align the tool over the system processor module. Ensure that the beveled edge on the tool aligns with the beveled edge of the system processor module (C) as shown in Figure 217 on page 264. c) Lower the tool over the system processor module.
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Figure 217: Lowering the removal tool onto the system processor module d) With the removal tool sitting on top of the system processor module, push down on the ring (A) slightly so that the blue tabs (B) snap outward and the jaws engage with the system processor module as shown in Figure 218 on page 265.
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Figure 218: Locking the system processor module into the tool 5. Hold the outside of the tool and lift the tool and system processor module from the socket. Lift the tool upward slowly to ensure that the jaws are fully engaged with the system processor module.
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Figure 219: Placing the tool at an angle on the top cover of the packaging 6. Release the system processor module by pushing the ring (B) downwards. Hold the ring (B) down while pushing the blue tabs (C) inwards as shown in Figure 220 on page 267. Ensure that the ring catches the openings on the blue tabs, and that the blue tabs are locked in a fixed position.
Figure 220: Releasing the system processor module from the tool Replacing the system processor module in the 9040-MR9 system To replace a system processor module in the system, complete the steps in this 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 221: Ensuring that the removal tool is in the open position b) Lower the tool over the system processor module as shown in Figure 222 on page 269. Ensure that the beveled edge on the tool aligns with the beveled edge of the system processor module. Ensure that the two guide pins (A) are inserted into the alignment holes (B) on each side of the tool.
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Figure 222: Lowering the removal tool onto the system processor module c) With the removal tool sitting on top of the system processor module, push down on the ring (A) slightly so that the blue tabs (B) snap outward and the jaws engage with the system processor module (C) as shown in Figure 223 on page 270.
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Figure 223: Locking the system processor module into the tool 3. Install the system processor module: a) If dust or debris is present on the system processor socket, use the supplied air pump to clean the socket. Blow small bursts of air from the center toward the sides of the socket, as shown in Figure 224 on page 271.
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Figure 224: Removing dust and debris from the system processor socket b) Hold the sides of the tool with system processor module and carefully lift the tool out of the system processor module tray. c) Lower the tool and system processor module onto the socket. Align the beveled corner of the tool with the beveled corner on the socket.
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Figure 225: Installing the system processor module d) Open the latches that hold the system processor module in the supplied removal tool (A) as shown in Figure 226 on page 273. Push down on the ring (B) while pressing in on the tabs (C). 272 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 226: Removing the system processor module tool e) Lift the tool off the system processor module. 4. Use this step to install a new silver-colored TIM and the heat sink. a) The thermal interface material (TIM) is typically adhered to the heat sink. •...
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Figure 227: Installing the silver-colored TIM onto the system processor module e) Place the heat sink on the TIM as shown in Figure 228 on page 275. 274 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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Figure 228: Installing the heat sink on the silver-colored TIM 5. Secure the TIM and heat sink to the socket of the system processor module. a) Ensure that the heat sink load arms are engaged as shown by (A) in Figure 229 on page 276. b) Tighten the center load screw clockwise by using the supplied hex key as shown by (B) in Figure 229 on page 276 until a firm stop is reached.
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Figure 229: Tightening the center load screw on the heat sink 6. Lightly grip the system processor module that you replaced by the edges and lift it off of the packaging cover. Align the beveled corner of the module (A) to the corner of the packaging with triangle (B) and place it in the packaging, as shown in Figure 230 on page 277.
Figure 230: Placing the system processor module into the packaging Preparing the 9040-MR9 system for operation after removing and replacing a system processor module Learn how to prepare the system for operation after removing and replacing a system processor module. 1.
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Figure 231: Installing the service access cover 3. Complete the following steps to place the system in the operating position. a. Unlock the blue rail safety latches (A) by pushing them towards the front as shown in the following figure. b.
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Figure 232: Placing the system into the operating position 4. Using your labels, reconnect the power cords (A) to the system unit as shown in the following figure. Fasten the power cords to the system by using the hook-and-loop fasteners (B) as shown in the following figure.
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Figure 233: Connecting the power cords 5. Start the system. For instructions, see Starting a system (www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/ POWER9/p9haj/crustartsys.htm). 6. Turn off the identify LED. For instructions, see Deactivating an identify LED (www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9haj/p9haj_turn_off_identify_led.htm). 7. Verify the installed part. • If you replaced the part because of a service action, verify the installed part. For instructions, see https://www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9ect/...
Common things Placing a 9040-MR9 system into the service position Use this procedure to place an IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) system into the service position. Attention: • When you place the system into the service position, it is essential that all stability plates are firmly in position to prevent the rack from toppling.
Placing a 9040-MR9 system into the operating position Use this procedure to place an IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) system into the operating position. Attention: When you place the system in the operating position, ensure that the cables at the rear of the system do not catch or bind as you push the system unit back into the rack.
3. Using your labels, reconnect all of the external cables that plug into the PCIe adapters. Removing the service access cover from a 9040-MR9 system Use this procedure to remove the service access cover from an IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server.
Installing the service access cover on the 9040-MR9 system Use this procedure to install the service access cover on the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server. 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.
Disconnecting the power cords from the 9040-MR9 system Use this procedure to disconnect the power cords from an IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server. 1. If applicable, open the rack door at the rear of the system unit that you are servicing.
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Figure 238: Removing the power cords (L003) 286 Power Systems: Temple's Zeppelin procedures for install, remove, replace...
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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) Common things 287...
3. Close the rack door at the rear of the system. Removing the front cover from a 9040-MR9 system Use this procedure to remove the front cover from a IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server so that you can access the components or perform service.
Installing the front cover on a 9040-MR9 system Use this procedure to install the cover on a IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) server. 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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