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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Cabling your server Table of Contents Cabling your server............................1 Models cabled by your service provider....................1 Printable PDF............................1 Saving PDF files ..........................2 Select by model............................2 Cabling your model ESCALA PL 245T/R server................3 Cabling your model ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+ server with a console..4 Cabling your model ESCALA PL 250R-L server with a console............16 Cabling your model ESCALA PL 250T/R server with a console............27 Cabling your model ESCALA PL 450T/R server with a console............39...
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Page 7: Cabling Your Server
Cabling your server Learn how to cable your server or workstation. If you are installing a new server and have not created a customized setup checklist, see Creating a customized initial server setup checklist. The initial server setup checklist provides an end-to-end setup checklist for you to use throughout the entire initial server setup of your server.
Page 8: Saving Pdf Files
Cabling your server To view or download the PDF version of this document, select Cabling your server (about 11,955 KB). Saving PDF files To save a PDF on your workstation for viewing or printing: Right-click the PDF link in your browser. Click the option that saves the PDF locally.
Page 9: Cabling Your Model Escala Pl 245T/R Server
Cabling your server Parent topic: Cabling your server Cabling your model ESCALA PL 245T/R server For a graphical representation of the slots and connectors that are referred to in this topic, see the back view of the model. Attention: This product is equipped with a three-wire power cable and plug for the user's safety. Use this power cable with a properly grounded electrical outlet to avoid electrical shock.
Page 10: Cabling Your Model Escala Pl 250R-L+ Or Escala Pl 450R-Vl+ Server With A Console
Cabling your server Figure 1. DVI-I to VGA converter Connect a keyboard and mouse to the rear USB ports (T6 and T7), or connect a keyboard and mouse to the front USB ports (T1 and T2). If you want to connect the system with your network, connect a network cable to one of the Ethernet...
Page 11 Cabling your server For a graphical representation of the slots and connectors that are referred to in this topic, see the back view of the model. Cabling a model ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+ and an ASMI console •...
Page 12 Cabling your server to set up your expansion unit, click the following link. Do not plug expansion-unit power cord into power outlet, as directed by the following link, until later in checklist. Expansion units • Proceed to the next section, Connecting external cables.
Page 13 Cabling your server ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ server and want to access the ASMI when the system is in standby,...
Page 14 Cabling your server If you have a model ESCALA PL 250R-L, ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ server and are...
Page 15 Cabling your server __ If your server is equipped with a retention ring, route the power cord through the ring before you plug it into the back of the server. See the following figure as an example: __ If your server is equipped with a retention bracket, route the power cord under the bracket before you plug it into the back of the server.
Page 16 Cabling your server __ Route the cables through the hooks along the cable-management arm and secure them with the straps provided. __ After attaching the cables to the cable-management arm, go to the front of the rack and move the system drawer in and out.
Page 17 Cabling your server displayed on the control panel before you perform an IPL or change control panel functions. After you finish __ Did you receive a cable hook with your rack shipment? No. Proceed to the next item. • Yes. The cable hook can help manage the server cables in the back of the rack. To install the •...
Page 18 Cabling your server disconnect all power cords. Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. Ensure that the outlet • supplies proper voltage and phase rotation according to the system rating plate. Connect any equipment that will be attached to this product to properly wired outlets. •...
Page 19 Cabling your server link, until later in checklist. Expansion units • Proceed to the next section, Connecting external cables. Connecting the external cables If you are using any optional adapters (such as token ring or 8-port EIA-232), connect the cables to the appropriate adapter connectors in...
Page 20 Cabling your server ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ server, the system ports on the back of the server are disabled when your server is connected to an HMC. Connecting the power cords __ Power cords should be routed through the retention rings or under the retention brackets that are provided to prevent the power cords from becoming unplugged unexpectedly.
Page 21 Cabling your server 192.168.3.147) instead of waiting for an address value from the HMC. If you inadvertently connect your server to a power source, the IP address value will be corrected in the HMC configuration portion of the installation. Connecting the Hardware Management Console cables Cable...
Page 22: Cabling Your Model Escala Pl 250R-L Server With A Console
Cabling your server __ Did you receive a cable hook with your rack shipment? No. Proceed to the next item. • Yes. The cable hook can help manage the server cables in the back of the rack. To install the •...
Page 23 Cabling your server (with a browser) to the server to access the ASMI, see Accessing the ASMI using a Web browser instructions. If you plan to access the ASMI using the ASCII terminal, see Accessing the ASMI using an ASCII console instructions.
Page 24 Cabling your server Connecting the external cables If you are using any optional adapters (such as token ring or 8-port EIA-232), connect the cables to the appropriate adapter connectors in the PCI slots of your machine. Attaching devices using the system ports If you have a model ESCALA...
Page 25 Cabling your server ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ server and want to access the ASMI remotely when the system is in...
Page 26 Cabling your server Note: For the model ESCALA PL 250R-L, ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ servers, any other application that uses a system port...
Page 27 Cabling your server Routing the cables through the cable-management arm __ Is your server installed in a rack? No. Proceed to the next section, Starting your server. • Yes. Do the following: • __ Put the system into the service position. For the models ESCALA PL 250R-L and ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, •...
Page 28 Cabling your server is initially applied to the server or workstation, the service processor performs a self-check and will leave the control panel blank for up to two minutes. Wait until the C1XX XXXX progress codes are completed and 01 is displayed on the control panel before...
Page 29 Cabling your server Cabling a model ESCALA PL 250R-L and a Hardware Management Console (HMC) DANGERWhen working on or around the system, observe the following precautions: Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: Connect power to this unit only with the provided power cord.
Page 30 Cabling your server on how to set up your expansion unit, click the following link. Do not plug expansion-unit power cord into power outlet, as directed by the following link, until later in checklist. Expansion units • Proceed to the next section, Connecting...
Page 31 Cabling your server ESCALA PL 250R-L, ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ server, the system ports on the back of the server...
Page 32 Cabling your server __ If your server is equipped with a retention bracket, route the power cord under the bracket before you plug it into the back of the server. See the following figure as an example: __ Plug the power cords into the system, display, and attached devices. Do not connect the power cords to a power source until instructed to do so.
Page 33: Cabling Your Model Escala Pl 250T/R Server With A Console
Cabling your server __ Route the cables through the hooks along the cable-management arm and secure them with the straps provided. __ After attaching the cables to the cable-management arm, go to the front of the rack and move the system drawer in and out.
Page 34 Cabling your server Cabling a model ESCALA PL 250T/R and an ASMI console • Cabling a model ESCALA PL 250T/R and a Hardware Management Console (HMC) • Parent topic: Cabling your server Cabling a model ESCALA PL 250T/R and an ASMI console Complete the following tasks to cable your server: Before you begin If you have hardware features that are not installed, install them now.
Page 35 Cabling your server not plug expansion-unit power cord into power outlet, as directed by the following link, until later in checklist. Expansion units • Proceed to the next section, Connecting external cables. Connecting the external cables If you are using any optional adapters (such as...
Page 36 Cabling your server 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ server and want to access the ASMI when the system is in standby, attach an ASCII terminal to a system port on the back of the...
Page 37 Cabling your server ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ server and are connecting it to an uninterruptible power supply, refer to the documentation that is included with your...
Page 38 Cabling your server If your server is equipped with a retention bracket, route the power cord under the bracket before you plug it into the back of the server. See the following figure as an example: Plug the power cords into the system, display, and attached devices. Routing the cables through the cable-management arm __ Is your server installed in a rack? No.
Page 39 Cabling your server __ After attaching the cables to the cable-management arm, go to the front of the rack and move the system drawer in and out. Observe cables and cable-management-arm movement to verify that the cables are not binding. Starting your server Power the system on...
Page 40 Cabling your server panel before you perform an IPL or change control panel functions. After you finish __ Did you receive a cable hook with your rack shipment? No. Proceed to the next item. • Yes. The cable hook can help manage the server cables in the back of the rack. To install the •...
Page 41 Cabling your server supplies proper voltage and phase rotation according to the system rating plate. Connect any equipment that will be attached to this product to properly wired outlets. • When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables. •...
Page 42 Cabling your server checklist. Expansion units • Proceed to the next section, Connecting external cables. Connecting the external cables If you are using any optional adapters (such as token ring or 8-port EIA-232), connect the cables to the appropriate adapter connectors in the PCI slots of your...
Page 43 Cabling your server 1650R/R+ server, the system ports on the back of the server are disabled when your server is connected to an HMC. Connecting the power cords Power cords should be routed through the retention rings or under the retention brackets that are provided to prevent the power cords from becoming unplugged unexpectedly.
Page 44 Cabling your server Connecting the Hardware Management Console cables Cable the HMC (see Cabling HMC). Routing the cables through the cable-management arm __ Is your server installed in a rack? No. Proceed to the next section, After you finish. • Yes.
Page 45: Cabling Your Model Escala Pl 450T/R Server With A Console
Cabling your server __ Did you receive a cable hook with your rack shipment? No. Proceed to the next item. • Yes. The cable hook can help manage the server cables in the back of the rack. To install the •...
Page 46 Cabling your server (with a browser) to the server to access the ASMI, see Accessing the ASMI using a Web browser instructions. If you plan to access the ASMI using the ASCII terminal, see Accessing the ASMI using an ASCII console instructions.
Page 47 Cabling your server Connecting the external cables If you are using any optional adapters (such as token ring or 8-port EIA-232), connect the cables to the appropriate adapter connectors in the PCI slots of your machine. Attaching devices using the system ports If you have a model ESCALA...
Page 48 Cabling your server ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ server and want to access the ASMI remotely when the system is in...
Page 49 Cabling your server Note: For the model ESCALA PL 250R-L, ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ servers, any other application that uses a system port...
Page 50 Cabling your server Routing the cables through the cable-management arm __ Is your server installed in a rack? No. Proceed to the next section, Starting your server. • Yes. Do the following: • __ Put the system into the service position. For the models ESCALA PL 250R-L and ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, •...
Page 51 Cabling your server is initially applied to the server or workstation, the service processor performs a self-check and will leave the control panel blank for up to two minutes. Wait until the C1XX XXXX progress codes are completed and 01 is displayed on the control panel before...
Page 52 Cabling your server Cabling a model ESCALA PL 450T/R and a Hardware Management Console (HMC) DANGERWhen working on or around the system, observe the following precautions: Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: Connect power to this unit only with the provided power cord.
Page 53 Cabling your server on how to set up your expansion unit, click the following link. Do not plug expansion-unit power cord into power outlet, as directed by the following link, until later in checklist. Expansion units • Proceed to the next section, Connecting...
Page 54 Cabling your server ESCALA PL 250R-L, ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ server, the system ports on the back of the server...
Page 55 Cabling your server __ If your server is equipped with a retention bracket, route the power cord under the bracket before you plug it into the back of the server. See the following figure as an example: __ Plug the power cords into the system, display, and attached devices. Do not connect the power cords to a power source until instructed to do so.
Page 56: Cabling Your Model Escala Pl 250R-Vl Or Escala Pl 450R-Xs With A Console
Cabling your server __ Route the cables through the hooks along the cable-management arm and secure them with the straps provided. __ After attaching the cables to the cable-management arm, go to the front of the rack and move the system drawer in and out.
Page 57 Cabling your server Cabling an ESCALA PL 250R-VL or an ESCALA PL 450R-XS and an ASMI console • Cabling an ESCALA PL 250R-VL or an ESCALA PL 450R-XS and a Hardware Management • Console (HMC) Parent topic: Cabling your server Cabling an ESCALA PL 250R-VL or an ESCALA PL 450R-XS and an ASMI console Complete the following tasks to cable your server:...
Page 58 Cabling your server connect the cables to the appropriate adapter connectors in the PCI slots of your machine. Note: If the cable did not come with your server, you will have to supply it. Attaching devices using the system ports If you have a model ESCALA PL 250R-L,...
Page 59 Cabling your server 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ server and want to access the ASMI remotely when the system is in standby, attach a modem to a system port on...
Page 60 Cabling your server Note: For the model ESCALA PL 250R-L, ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ servers, any other application that uses a system port...
Page 61 Cabling your server Routing the cables through the cable-management arm __ Is your server installed in a rack? No. Proceed to the next section, Starting your server. • Yes. Do the following: • __ Put the system into the service position. For the models ESCALA PL 250R-L and ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, •...
Page 62 Cabling your server server or workstation, the service processor performs a self-check and will leave the control panel blank for up to two minutes. Wait until the C1XX XXXX progress codes are completed and 01 is displayed on the control panel before you perform an IPL or...
Page 63 Cabling your server DANGERWhen working on or around the system, observe the following precautions: Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: Connect power to this unit only with the provided power cord. Do not use the provided power cord for •...
Page 64 Cabling your server connect the cables to the appropriate adapter connectors in the PCI slots of your machine. Note: If the cable did not come with your server, you will have to supply it. Attaching devices using the system ports If you have a model ESCALA PL...
Page 65 Cabling your server __ If your server is equipped with a retention ring, route the power cord through the ring before you plug it into the back of the server. See the following figure as an example: __ If your server is equipped with a retention bracket, route the power cord under the bracket before you plug it into the back of the server.
Page 66 Cabling your server Routing the cables through the cable-management arm __ Is your server installed in a rack? No. Proceed to the next section, After you finish. • Yes. Do the following: • __ Put the system into the service position. For the models ESCALA PL 250R-L and ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, •...
Page 67: Cabling Your Model Escala Pl 250T/R+ Or Escala Pl 450T/R-L+ Server With A Console
Cabling your server _ Return to your initial server setup checklist and complete the next step. Parent topic: Cabling your model ESCALA PL 250R-VL or ESCALA PL 450R-XS with a console Cabling your model ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+ server with a console For a graphical representation of the slots and connectors that are referred to in this topic, see the back views...
Page 68 Cabling your server instructions. Cabling the expansion units Do you have an expansion unit? Yes. For • instructions on how to set up your expansion unit, click the following link. Do not plug expansion-unit power cord into power outlet, as directed by the following...
Page 69 Cabling your server connectors in the PCI slots of your machine. Note: If the cable did not come with your server, you will have to supply it. Attaching devices using the system ports If you have a model ESCALA PL 250R-L, ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL...
Page 70 Cabling your server 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ server and want to access the ASMI remotely when the system is in standby, attach a modem to a system port on the back of the...
Page 71 Cabling your server 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ servers, any other application that uses a system port requires a system port adapter to be installed in a PCI slot.
Page 72 Cabling your server Yes. Do the following: • __ Put the system into the service position. For the models ESCALA PL 250R-L and ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, • Place the model ESCALA PL 250R-L in the service position.
Page 73 Cabling your server will leave the control panel blank for up to two minutes. Wait until the C1XX XXXX progress codes are completed and 01 is displayed on the control panel before you perform an IPL or change control panel functions.
Page 74 Cabling your server Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: Connect power to this unit only with the provided power cord. Do not use the provided power cord for • any other product.
Page 75 Cabling your server expansion-unit power cord into power outlet, as directed by the following link, until later in checklist. Expansion units • Proceed to the next section, Connecting external cables. Connecting the external cables If you are using any optional adapters (such as token ring or...
Page 76 Cabling your server If you have a model ESCALA PL 250R-L, ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+...
Page 77 Cabling your server If your server is equipped with a retention bracket, route the power cord under the bracket before you plug it into the back of the server. See the following figure as an example: Plug the power cords into the system, display, and attached devices. Do not connect the power cords to a power source until instructed to do so.
Page 78: Cabling Your Model Escala Pl 450T/R+ Or Escala Pl 850T/R-L+ Server With A Console
Cabling your server __ Route the cables through the hooks along the cable-management arm and secure them with the straps provided. __ After attaching the cables to the cable-management arm, go to the front of the rack and move the system drawer in and out.
Page 79 Cabling your server Cabling a model ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+ and an ASMI console • Cabling a model ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+ and a Hardware Management • Console (HMC) Parent topic: Cabling your server Cabling a model ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+ and an ASMI console Complete the following tasks to cable your server:...
Page 80 Cabling your server unit, click the following link. Do not plug expansion-unit power cord into power outlet, as directed by the following link, until later in checklist. Expansion units • Proceed to the next section, Connecting external cables. Connecting the external cables If you are using any...
Page 81 Cabling your server Attaching devices using the system ports If you have a model ESCALA PL 250R-L, ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL...
Page 82 Cabling your server modem to a system port on the back of the server. For views of the back of each server, see References. If you have a model ESCALA PL 250R-L, ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or...
Page 83 Cabling your server __ Power cords should be routed through the retention rings or under the retention brackets that are provided to prevent the power cords from becoming unplugged unexpectedly. __ If your server is equipped with a retention ring, route the power cord through the ring before you plug it into the back of the server.
Page 84 Cabling your server __ Route the cables through the hooks along the cable-management arm and secure them with the straps provided. __ After attaching the cables to the cable-management arm, go to the front of the rack and move the system drawer in and out.
Page 85 Cabling your server displayed on the control panel before you perform an IPL or change control panel functions. After you finish __ Did you receive a cable hook with your rack shipment? No. Proceed to the next item. • Yes. The cable hook can help manage the server cables in the back of the rack. To install the •...
Page 86 Cabling your server disconnect all power cords. Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. Ensure that the outlet • supplies proper voltage and phase rotation according to the system rating plate. Connect any equipment that will be attached to this product to properly wired outlets. •...
Page 87 Cabling your server link, until later in checklist. Expansion units • Proceed to the next section, Connecting external cables. Connecting the external cables If you are using any optional adapters (such as token ring or 8-port EIA-232), connect the cables to the appropriate adapter connectors in...
Page 88 Cabling your server ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ server, the system ports on the back of the server are disabled when your server is connected to an HMC.
Page 89 Cabling your server __ Plug the power cords into the system, display, and attached devices. Do not connect the power cords to a power source until instructed to do so. Note: If you connect your server to a power source before the HMC is configured as the DHCP server, the server will initialize using the default IP address values (HMC1 as 192.168.2.147 and HMC2 as 192.168.3.147) instead of waiting for an address value from the HMC.
Page 90: Cabling Your Kstation
Cabling your server __ Route the cables through the hooks along the cable-management arm and secure them with the straps provided. __ After attaching the cables to the cable-management arm, go to the front of the rack and move the system drawer in and out.
Page 91 Cabling your server Attention: This product is equipped with a three-wire power cable and plug for the user's safety. Use this power cable with a properly grounded electrical outlet to avoid electrical shock. Complete the following tasks to cable your system unit: Before you begin If you have hardware features that are not installed, install them now.
Page 92: Cabling Your 112/85 Workstation With A Console
Cabling your server Connect a keyboard and mouse to the rear USB ports (T6 and T7), or connect a keyboard and mouse to the front USB ports (T1 and T2). If you want to connect the system with your network, connect a network cable to one of the Ethernet ports (T8 or T9).
Page 93 Cabling your server Before you begin If you have hardware features that are not installed, install them now. See Installing features and replacing parts for instructions. Connecting the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) If you plan to connect a PC (with a browser) to workstation to...
Page 94 Cabling your server Attaching devices using the system ports If you have a model ESCALA PL 250R-L, ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or ESCALA PL...
Page 95 Cabling your server the system is in standby, attach a modem to a system port on the back of the server. For views of the back of each server, see References. If you have a model ESCALA PL 250R-L, ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+,...
Page 96 Cabling your server Connecting the power cords __ Power cords should be routed through the retention rings or under the retention brackets that are provided to prevent the power cords from becoming unplugged unexpectedly. __ If your workstation is equipped with a retention ring, route the power cord through the ring before you plug it into the back of the workstation.
Page 97 Cabling your server initial program load (IPL) can be performed. When power is initially applied to the server or workstation, the service processor performs a self-check and will leave the control panel blank for up to two minutes. Wait until the C1XX XXXX progress codes are...
Page 98 Cabling your server Connect any equipment that will be attached to this product to properly wired outlets. • When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables. • Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage. •...
Page 99 Cabling your server Attaching devices using the system ports If you have a model ESCALA PL 250R-L, ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, ESCALA PL 450T/R+ or ESCALA PL 850T/R-L+, 5/60, or...
Page 100 Cabling your server __ If your workstation is equipped with a retention bracket, route the power cord under the bracket before you plug it into the back of the workstation. See the following figure as an example: __ Plug the power cords into the system, display, and attached devices. Do not connect the power cords to a power source until instructed to do so.
Page 101: Cabling Your 7/10 Server With A Console
Cabling your server After you finish _ Return to your initial setup checklist and complete the next step. Parent topic: Cabling your 112/85 workstation with a console Cabling your 7/10 server with a console For a graphical representation of the slots and connectors that are referred to in this topic, see the back view of the model.
Page 102 Cabling your server Cabling the expansion units Do you have an expansion unit? Yes. For • instructions on how to set up your expansion unit, click the following link. Do not plug expansion-unit power cord into power outlet, as directed in the following link, until...
Page 103 Cabling your server Attaching devices using the system ports If you want to access the ASMI when the system is in standby, attach an ASCII terminal to a system port on the back of the server. For views of the back of each server, see References.
Page 104 Cabling your server __ If your server is equipped with a retention ring, route the power cord through the ring before you plug it into the back of the server. See the following figure as an example: __ If your server is equipped with a retention bracket, route the power cord under the bracket before you plug it into the back of the server.
Page 105 Cabling your server __ After attaching the cables to the cable-management arm, go to the front of the rack and move the system drawer in and out. Observe cables and cable-management-arm movement to verify that the cables are not binding. Starting your server Power the system on...
Page 106 Cabling your server panel before you perform an IPL or change control panel functions. After you finish __ Did you receive a cable hook with your rack shipment? No. Proceed to the next item. • Yes. The cable hook can help manage the server cables in the back of the rack. To install the •...
Page 107 Cabling your server When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables. • Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage. • Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems, networks, and modems before •...
Page 108 Cabling your server Expansion units • Proceed to the next section, Connecting external cables. Connecting the external cables If you are using any optional adapters (such as token ring or 8-port EIA-232), connect the cables to the appropriate adapter connectors in the PCI slots of your machine.
Page 109 Cabling your server __ If your server is equipped with a retention ring, route the power cord through the ring before you plug it into the back of the server. See the following figure as an example: __ If your server is equipped with a retention bracket, route the power cord under the bracket before you plug it into the back of the server.
Page 110 Cabling your server Routing the cables through the cable-management arm __ Is your server installed in a rack? No. Proceed to the next section, After you finish. • Yes. Do the following: • __ Put the system into the service position. For the 7/10, see Place the model ESCALA PL 250R-L in the service position.
Page 111: Cabling Your 7/20 Server With A Console
Cabling your server Cabling your 7/20 server with a console For a graphical representation of the slots and connectors that are referred to in this topic, see the back views of the model. Cabling the an ASMI console • Cabling the a Hardware Management Console (HMC) •...
Page 112 Cabling your server Do you have an expansion unit? Yes. For • instructions on how to set up your expansion unit, click the following link. Do not plug expansion-unit power cord into power outlet, as directed in the following link, until later in checklist.
Page 113 Cabling your server Attaching devices using the system ports If you want to access the ASMI when the system is in standby, attach an ASCII terminal to a system port on the back of the server. For views of the back of each server, see References.
Page 114 Cabling your server __ If your server is equipped with a retention ring, route the power cord through the ring before you plug it into the back of the server. See the following figure as an example: __ If your server is equipped with a retention bracket, route the power cord under the bracket before you plug it into the back of the server.
Page 115 Cabling your server __ After attaching the cables to the cable-management arm, go to the front of the rack and move the system drawer in and out. Observe cables and cable-management-arm movement to verify that the cables are not binding. Starting your server Power the system on...
Page 116 Cabling your server panel before you perform an IPL or change control panel functions. After you finish __ Did you receive a cable hook with your rack shipment? No. Proceed to the next item. • Yes. The cable hook can help manage the server cables in the back of the rack. To install the •...
Page 117 Cabling your server When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables. • Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage. • Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems, networks, and modems before •...
Page 118 Cabling your server Expansion units • Proceed to the next section, Connecting external cables. Connecting the external cables If you are using any optional adapters (such as token ring or 8-port EIA-232), connect the cables to the appropriate adapter connectors in the PCI slots of your machine.
Page 119 Cabling your server __ If your server is equipped with a retention ring, route the power cord through the ring before you plug it into the back of the server. See the following figure as an example: __ If your server is equipped with a retention bracket, route the power cord under the bracket before you plug it into the back of the server.
Page 120 Cabling your server Routing the cables through the cable-management arm __ Is your server installed in a rack? No. Proceed to the next section, After you finish. • Yes. Do the following: • __ Put the system into the service position. For the 7/10, see Place the model ESCALA PL 250R-L in the service position.
Page 121: References
Cabling your server References Find helpful information that supports the instructions for cabling your system. Back view of a model ESCALA PL 245T/R server • View the ports and connections on the ESCALA PL 245T/R server. Back view of a model ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+ server •...
Page 122: Back View Of A Model Escala Pl 250R-L+ Or Escala Pl 450R-Vl+ Server
Cabling your server Parent topic: References Back view of a model ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+ server View the ports and connections on the model ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+ server. Use the following diagram to help you cable a model ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+ server. Connections and ports are labeled to facilitate the setup process.
Page 123: Back Views Of A Model Escala Pl 250T/R+ Or Escala Pl 450T/R-L+ Server
Cabling your server 450R-XS Parent topic: References Back views of a model ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+ server View the ports and connections on the model ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+ server. Use the following diagram to help you cable a model ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+ server. Connections and ports are labeled to facilitate the setup process.
Page 124: Back View Of A Kstation
Cabling your server Parent topic: References Back view of a kstation View the ports and connections on the kstation. Use the following diagram to help you cable a kstation. Connections and ports are labeled to facilitate the setup process. Figure 1. Back view of a kstation Parent topic: References Back views of a model 112/85 workstation...
Page 125: Back View Of A Model Escala Pl 250R-L Server
Cabling your server Figure 1. Back views of a model 112/85 workstation Parent topic: References Back view of a model ESCALA PL 250R-L server View the ports and connections on the model ESCALA PL 250R-L server. Use the following diagram to help you cable a model ESCALA PL 250R-L server. Connections and ports are labeled to facilitate the setup process.
Page 126: Back Views Of A Model Escala Pl 250T/R Server
Cabling your server Parent topic: References Back views of a model ESCALA PL 250T/R server View the ports and connections on the model ESCALA PL 250T/R server. Use the following diagram to help you cable a model ESCALA PL 250T/R server. Connections and ports are labeled to facilitate the setup process.
Page 127: Back Views Of A Model Escala Pl 450T/R Server
Cabling your server Back views of a model ESCALA PL 450T/R server View the ports and connections on the model ESCALA PL 450T/R server. Use the following diagram to help you cable a model ESCALA PL 450T/R server. Connections and ports are labeled to facilitate the setup process.
Page 128: Back Views Of The 7/20 Server
Cabling your server Back views of the 7/20 server View the ports and connections on the 7/20 server. Use the following diagram to help you cable the 7/20 server. Connections and ports are labeled to facilitate the setup process. Figure 1. Back views of the 7/20 server Parent topic: References Back views of the 7/20 server...
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