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  • Page 1 Power Systems Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) GI11-9933-01...
  • Page 2 Note Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in “Safety notices” on page v, “Notices” on page 51, the IBM Systems Safety Notices manual, G229-9054, and the IBM Environmental Notices and User Guide, Z125–5823. ®...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety notices......................v Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) ..........1 Installing a rack-mounted server........................ 1 Prerequisite for installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) ..........1 Completing inventory for your server....................2 Attaching the lift handles to the chassis....................2 Installing the server into a rack......................3...

  • Page 5: Safety Notices

    Das Produkt ist nicht für den Einsatz an Bildschirmarbeitsplätzen im Sinne § 2 der Bildschirmarbeitsverordnung geeignet. Laser safety information IBM servers can use I/O cards or features that are fiber-optic based and that utilize lasers or LEDs. Laser compliance IBM servers may be installed inside or outside of an IT equipment rack.
  • Page 6 • To avoid hazardous conditions due to uneven mechanical loading, always install the heaviest devices in the bottom of the rack cabinet. Always install servers and optional devices starting from the bottom of the rack cabinet. vi Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 7 • Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces. Do not place objects on top of rack-mounted devices. In addition, do not lean on rack mounted devices and do not use them to stabilize your body position (for example, when working from a ladder). •...
  • Page 8 DANGER: Hazardous voltage, current, or energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. Do not open any cover or barrier that contains this label. (L001) (L002) viii Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 9 DANGER: Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces. Do not place objects on top of rack-mounted devices. In addition, do not lean on rack-mounted devices and do not use them to stabilize your body position (for example, when working from a ladder). Stability hazard: •...
  • Page 10 DANGER: Multiple power cords. The product might be equipped with multiple AC power cords or multiple DC power cables. To remove all hazardous voltages, disconnect all power cords and power cables. (L003) (L007) CAUTION: A hot surface nearby. (L007) x Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 11 Exchange only with the IBM-approved part. Recycle or discard the battery as instructed by local regulations. In the United States, IBM has a process for the collection of this battery. For information, call 1-800-426-4333. Have the IBM part number for the battery unit available when you call.
  • Page 12 Be sure winch is locked in position before releasing handle. Read instruction page before operating this winch. Never allow winch to unwind freely. xii Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 13 Freewheeling will cause uneven cable wrapping around winch drum, damage cable, and may cause serious injury. • This TOOL must be maintained correctly for IBM Service personnel to use it. IBM shall inspect condition and verify maintenance history before operation. Personnel reserve the right not to use TOOL if inadequate.
  • Page 14 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)

  • Page 15: Installing The Ibm Power System E950 (9040-Mr9)

    Use this information to learn about how to install a server into the rack. Prerequisite for installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) Use the information in this section to understand the prerequisites required for installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) .

  • Page 16: Completing Inventory For Your Server

    If you have incorrect, missing, or damaged parts, consult any of the following resources: • Your IBM reseller. • IBM Rochester manufacturing automated information line at 1-800-300-8751 (United States only). • The Directory of worldwide contacts website http://www.ibm.com/planetwide. Select your location to view the service and support contact information.

  • Page 17: Installing The Server Into A Rack

    The number of tasks you must perform is dependent on the number of people you have to install the rack. Number of installers Required removal tasks • System fans • Front cover • Power supplies • PCIe adapters Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 3...
  • Page 18 Note: The system requires 4 EIA rack units (4U) of space. Figure 3. Rack with 4 EIA rack units (4U) To install the rails into the rack, complete the following steps: 4 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 19 9. Working from the rear of the rack, verify that the locator studs have been installed in the correct holes of the rear EIA vertical mounting standards. If necessary, reposition the slide rail, and close the mechanism to hold it into place. Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 5...
  • Page 20 If you have three people available to lift the system, you must complete all of the tasks, including the optional tasks. If you have four people to lift the system chassis, then you can skip the optional tasks. About this task Attention: 6 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 21 2. On the rear of the system, remove the SAS cables from the handle (B) of the power supply (C). 3. Push the locking-tab (A) to the left, as shown in Figure 6 on page 8. Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 7...
  • Page 22 If not, do so now. Optional: Removing the front cover Learn how to remove the front cover, if present. About this task To remove the front cover (if present), complete the following steps: 8 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 23 To remove the system fans, complete the following steps: Procedure 1. Put your thumb against the latch (A), and put your index finger against the latch (B), as shown in Figure 8 on page 10. Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 9...
  • Page 24 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. 10 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 25 Open the release latches (A) on the memory riser as shown in Figure 10 on page 12. Open the latches to the fully upright 90-degree position. b) Pull out the memory riser from the slot by holding onto the latches. Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 11...
  • Page 26 Each screw goes in the middle hole of each of the three EIA rack units. The screws are installed on the inside of the rack flange. Using a sticker or pen, 12 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 27 5. Adjust the cable management bracket according to your needs by pulling the thumbscrews (C) and tilting the bracket, as shown in Figure 11 on page 13. Figure 11. Attaching the cable management bracket to the rack Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 13...
  • Page 28 5. Tilt the front of the system down so that the chassis pins are inserted into the front (4 and 5) and middle holes in the mounting hardware, as shown in Figure 12 on page 14. 6. Install the system-to-rail locking clips onto each rail. 14 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 29 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 14. Right system-to-rail locking clip Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 15...
  • Page 30 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). 16 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 31 2. Move to the front of the rack. Release the latches in the middle of the rails (A) and push the system halfway into the rack, as shown in Figure 17 on page 18. Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 17...
  • Page 32 Press the memory riser firmly into the connector. 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. 18 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 33 Slide the cover (A) onto the system unit as shown in Figure 19 on page 20. b) Close the release latches (B) by pushing it in the direction as shown in Figure 19 on page 20. Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 19...
  • Page 34 To replace the system fans, complete the following steps: Procedure 1. Move to the front of the rack. Ensure that the fan handle (A) is rotated open in the direction shown in Figure 20 on page 21. 20 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 35 2. Position the cover on the front of the system unit so that the four pins on the system match the four holes on the rear of the cover. 3. Press the tabs on the cover to snap the cover into position. Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 21...
  • Page 36 3. Align the power supply with the bay and slide the power supply into the system until the latch locks in place, as shown in Figure 21 on page 22. 4. Complete this task for each power supply that you removed. Figure 21. Replacing a power supply in the system 22 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 37 Note: Don’t remove the blue dust covers that cover some ports. The dust covers identify ports that shouldn’t be used during SAS cable installation. Don’t plug SAS cables into ports that are blocked by dust covers. Figure 22. Plugging the SAS cables for the base configuration Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 23...
  • Page 38 Figure 23. Plugging the SAS cables for the split configuration 24 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)

  • Page 39: Cabling The Server And Setting Up A Console

    ASCII null modem terminal” on page Hardware AIX, Linux, or VIOS Yes Ethernet (or cross- “Cabling the server Management over cable) to the HMC” on Console (HMC) page 27 Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 25...
  • Page 40 4. Ensure that your ASCII terminal is set to the following general attributes. These attributes are the default settings for the diagnostic programs. Be sure that your terminal is set according to these attributes before proceeding to the next step. 26 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 41 2. In the navigation area, click Updates. 3. In the work area, view and record the information that appears in the HMC Code Level section, including the HMC version, release, Service Pack, build level, and base versions. Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 27...
  • Page 42 • If you are using a switch, ensure that the speed in the switch is set to Autodetection. If the server is directly attached to the HMC, ensure the Ethernet adapter speed on the HMC is set to 28 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)

  • Page 43: Cabling The Server And Connecting Expansion Units

    For power source redundancy, do not connect power supply 1 (5) and power supply 3 (7) to the same AC feed. Likewise, do not connect power supply 2 (6) and power supply 4 (8) to the same AC feed. Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 29...

  • Page 44: Completing The Server Setup

    2. If you have an expansion unit that you need to install, install it now. For information about connecting enclosures and expansion units, see Enclosures and expansion units (http://www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9ham/p9ham_kickoff.htm).
  • Page 45 • If you want to use an existing template from another source, you can import that and use it. For more information, see Importing a partition template (http://www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9efc/p9efc_import_partition_template.htm). 9. If your system was preinstalled with an operating system, you must exit MDC (manufacturing default configuration) mode so that you can open a console and access your operating system.
  • Page 46 • Install the VIOS operating system. For instructions, see Installing VIOS (http://www.ibm.com/ support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9hch/p9hch_installvios.htm). • Install the IBM i operating system. For instructions, see Installing the IBM i operating system (http://www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9hdx/p9hdx_ibmi.htm). 11. You have now completed the steps to install your server.

  • Page 47: Setting Up A Preinstalled Server

    • Install the VIOS operating system. For instructions, see Installing VIOS (http://www.ibm.com/ support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9hch/p9hch_installvios.htm). • Install the IBM i operating system. For instructions, see Installing the IBM i operating system (http:// www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9hdx/p9hdx_ibmi.htm). 5. Update the system firmware. • For instructions to get firmware fixes through the AIX or Linux operating system, see Getting server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux without a management console (http://www.ibm.com/support/...

  • Page 48: Completing Inventory For Your Preinstalled Server

    5 seconds. You might need to read the following documents before you begin to install the server: • Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) and IBM Power System H950 (9225-50H) (http:// www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9eiw/p9eiw_950_kickoff.htm). • To plan your server installation, see Planning for the system (http://www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9ia4/p9ia4_90x_kickoff.htm).

  • Page 49: Removing The Shipping Bracket

    Note: Don’t remove the blue dust covers that cover some ports. The dust covers identify ports that shouldn’t be used during SAS cable installation. Don’t plug SAS cables into ports that are blocked by dust covers. Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 35...
  • Page 50 Figure 28. Plugging the SAS cables for the base configuration 36 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 51 Figure 29. Plugging the SAS cables for the split configuration Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 37...

  • Page 52: Installing The System Fans

    Place your fingers on the indentations and pull the latches (B) located on both sides of the cover as shown in the following figure. Pull the cover (A) away from the system. 38 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 53 3. Using your hand to support the bottom of the fan, align the fan with the fan slot and slide it into the system. 4. Rotate the fan handle (A) in the direction shown and then press the fan handle until the latch locks in place. See “Installing the system fans” on page 38. Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 39...
  • Page 54 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. Press the tabs (C) to snap the cover into position. 40 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)

  • Page 55: Installing The Power Supplies And Cabling The System

    Note: Follow the packaging instructions to determine the correct placement of each power supply. 3. Align the power supply with the bay and slide the power supply into the system until the latch locks in place, as shown in the following figure. Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 41...
  • Page 56 1 and 2 are routed to one PDU, and that power supplies 3 and 4 are routed to the second PDU. 8. Attach the cord and cables with cable ties or hook-and-loop fasteners (B), as shown in Figure 35 on page 43. 42 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 57 9. If you have a disk drive enclosure or expansion drawer that came preinstalled in this rack, use the documentation supplied with these options. For information about connecting enclosures and expansion units, see Enclosures and expansion units (http://www.ibm.com/support/ knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9ham/p9ham_kickoff.htm). 10. Attach the PDU input power cord and plug it into the power source.
  • Page 58 3) If your system uses two PDUs for redundancy, plug E1 and E2 to PDU A and E3 and E4 to PDU B 3. Press a key on the ASCII terminal to allow the service processor to confirm the presence of the ASCII terminal. 44 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 59 HMC version, release, Service Pack, build level, and base versions. If you need to update your HMC version and release, see Obtaining and applying machine code updates for the HMC with an Internet connection (http://www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/ p9hai/p9hai_upgrades_enh.htm). To cable the server to the HMC, complete the following steps: Procedure 1.
  • Page 60 3. If you’re connecting a second HMC to your managed server, connect it to the Ethernet port that is labeled HMC2 (T4) on the managed server. 4. Continue with “Routing cables through the cable-management bracket and connecting expansion units” on page 47. 46 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)

  • Page 61: Routing Cables Through The Cable-Management Bracket And Connecting Expansion Units

    To complete the server setup by using an HMC, complete the following steps: Note: After you power on the system, wait for 10 - 15 minutes for the connection to the HMC to be established. Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9) 47...
  • Page 62 Select Actions > View All Actions > Power Management. c. Select the power on options that you want to use and click OK. 7. Configure and manage virtual resources. For instructions, see Getting started with PowerVM (http:// www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9eew/p9eew_kickoff.htm). 48 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)
  • Page 63 • Install the VIOS operating system. For instructions, see Installing VIOS (http://www.ibm.com/ support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9hch/p9hch_installvios.htm). • Install the IBM i operating system. For instructions, see Installing the IBM i operating system (http://www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9hdx/p9hdx_ibmi.htm). 11. You have now completed the steps to install your server.
  • Page 64 • Install the VIOS operating system. For instructions, see Installing VIOS (http://www.ibm.com/ support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9hch/p9hch_installvios.htm). • Install the IBM i operating system. For instructions, see Installing the IBM i operating system (http:// www.ibm.com/support/knowledgecenter/POWER9/p9hdx/p9hdx_ibmi.htm). 5. Update the system firmware. • For instructions to get firmware fixes through the AIX or Linux operating system, see Getting server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux without a management console (http://www.ibm.com/support/...

  • Page 65: Notices

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  • Page 66: Accessibility Features For Ibm Power Systems Servers

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    Contact the vendor for accessibility information about its products. Related accessibility information In addition to standard IBM help desk and support websites, IBM has a TTY telephone service for use by deaf or hard of hearing customers to access sales and support services:...
  • Page 68 Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der IBM empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. IBM übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung von IBM verändert bzw.
  • Page 69 Tel: +49 (0) 800 225 5426 email: HalloIBM@de.ibm.com Generelle Informationen: Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 / EN 55032 Klasse A. Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) Notice This statement applies to products less than or equal to 20 A per phase.
  • Page 70 Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Proper cables and connectors are available from IBM-authorized dealers. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.

  • Page 71: Class B Notices

    Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der IBM empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. IBM übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung von IBM verändert bzw.
  • Page 72 This statement applies to products greater than 20 A, single phase. This statement applies to products greater than 20 A per phase, three-phase. Japan Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Notice 58 Power Systems: Installing the IBM Power System E950 (9040-MR9)

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