Centerplane; Diagnostic Tests; Light Path Diagnostics - IBM eServer xSeries 440 Quick Reference

Centerplane

What is the recommended procedure for replacing the centerplane on
the xSeries 440 server?
Complete the following steps to remove the centerplane:
1. Turn off the server.
2. Disconnect all power cords from the back of the server.
3. Remove the PCI brick from the server and place it on a clean work surface.
4. Remove the shipping/retention brackets from the SMP Expansion Modules.
5. Turn the two thumbscrews to release the centerplane; then, carefully lift the

Diagnostic tests

Why is the option to test the Scalability Port grayed out in the Diagnostic
test menu?
This test is not supported currently, but it will be added in the third quarter of 2002.

Light Path Diagnostics

Where are the Light Path Diagnostics
The Light Path Diagnostics panels are located in two places:
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In some situations, you can identify the specific device or component that failed by
locating the lit LED next to the device or component.
centerplane out of its socket.
Inside the Light Path Diagnostics drawer, which is located on the front, lower-right
corner of the xSeries 440 server. When you press on the front of the drawer, the
panel will be visible.
On the top cover of the server.
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LEDs located?
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