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  • Page 1 Hardware Information Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery REFERENCE 86 A1 38EW 00...
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  • Page 3 ESCALA POWER5 Hardware Information Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Hardware July 2006 BULL CEDOC 357 AVENUE PATTON B.P.20845 49008 ANGERS CEDEX 01 FRANCE REFERENCE 86 A1 38EW 00...
  • Page 4 Linux® is the registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the U.S. and other countries The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Bull will not be liable for errors contained herein, or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of this material.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Place the model ESCALA PL 250R-L, PL 250R-L+ or PL 450R-VL+ or 7/10 in the operating position...........................51 Place the rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 245T/R in the service position or operating position...........................52 Remove and replace model ESCALA PL 245T/R covers and doors..........55 Open the model ESCALA PL 250R-VL or ESCALA PL 450R-XS service access panel....60...
  • Page 6 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Table of Contents Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery service access cover........................66 Remove the service access cover from the rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 250R-VL or ESCALA PL 450R-XS ......................71 Install the service access cover on the rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 250R-VL or ESCALA PL 450R-XS ......................72 Front cover.............................73...

  • Page 7: Service Processor Assembly, Service Processor Cable, And Time-Of-Day Battery

    Remove the model ESCALA PL 245T/R me-of-day battery When you remove the time-of-day battery from the model ESCALA PL 245T/R , the settings are lost. If you have custom settings, do the following before removing the battery, so that the settings can be restored:...
  • Page 8 (L003) If you have a rack-mounted unit, place the system in the service position. See Place the rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 245T/R in the service position or operating position. Remove the side cover. See Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 245T/R side cover.
  • Page 9 Attention: The battery's plastic mount connections are soldered to the system board. If the battery mount is damaged or removed, the system board might be permanently damaged. Figure 4. Time-of-day battery removal from the enclosed-style battery mount Remove the model ESCALA PL 245T/R me-of-day battery...
  • Page 10 Exchange only with the approved part. Recycle or discard the battery as instructed by local regulations. (C003a) Replace the model ESCALA PL 245T/R me-of-day battery. Parent topic: Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 245T/R me-of-day battery Remove the model ESCALA PL 245T/R me-of-day battery...
  • Page 11 The command stops the operating system. The system power turns off, the power-on light begins to slowly blink, and the system goes into a standby state. Set the power switches of any devices connected to the system to off. Remove the model ESCALA PL 245T/R me-of-day battery...

  • Page 12: Replace The Model Escala Pl 245T/R Me-Of-Day Battery

    Replace the model ESCALA PL 245T/R me-of-day battery To replace the time-of-day battery in a model ESCALA PL 245T/R , complete the following steps: Ensure that the positive (+) side of the battery is facing up as marked on the battery receptacle.

  • Page 13: Remove And Replace The Model Escala Pl 250R-Vl Or Escala Pl 450R-Xs Time-Of-Day Battery

    If you have a rack-mounted unit, place the system in the operating position Place the rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 245T/R in the service position or operating position. Restore the settings using the System Management Services. For instructions, see System Management Services.

  • Page 14: Remove The Model Escala Pl 250R-Vl Or Escala Pl 450R-Xs Time-Of-Day Battery

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Remove the model ESCALA PL 250R-VL or ESCALA PL 450R-XS time-of-day battery When you remove the time-of-day battery from the server, the settings are lost. If you have custom settings, do the following before removing the battery, so that the settings can be restored: If you have not done so, verify that the battery is the failing part.
  • Page 15 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Attention: ♦ Attach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging your hardware. ♦ When using a wrist strap, follow all electrical safety procedures. A wrist strap is for static control.

  • Page 16: Replace The Model Escala Pl 250R-Vl Or Escala Pl 450R-Xs Time-Of-Day Battery

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Replace the model ESCALA PL 250R-VL or ESCALA PL 450R-XS time-of-day battery To replace the time-of-day battery in a model server, complete the following steps: Ensure that the positive (+) side of the battery is facing up. Insert the battery into its mount.
  • Page 17 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Parent topic: Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 250T/R service processor assembly and time-of-day battery Remove the model ESCALA PL 250T/R service processor assembly to access another part If your system is managed by a Hardware Management Console (HMC), use the HMC to complete the steps for removing the service processor assembly in a model ESCALA PL 250T/R .
  • Page 18 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Figure 2. Rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 250T/R Label and disconnect all cables connected to the service processor assembly. Squeeze the tabs A on the end of each service processor assembly handle, and rotate the service processor handles to the open position B.
  • Page 19 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Attention: ♦ Attach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging your hardware. ♦ When using a wrist strap, follow all electrical safety procedures. A wrist strap is for static control.
  • Page 20 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Replace the service access cover. For instructions, see Install the service access cover on the model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250R-L, PL 250R-L+ or PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, If you have a rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 250T/R.
  • Page 21 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Tip: The system attention light G, as shown in the previous figure, does not appear on the control panel on the model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+. Press the power button A, as shown in the following figure, on the control panel. Note: On the 7/10 or model ESCALA PL 250R-L, the power button is on the operations panel.

  • Page 22: Remove The Model Escala Pl 250T/R Service Processor Assembly

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Progress indicators, also referred to as checkpoints, appear on the control panel display while the system is being started. The power-on light on the control panel stops blinking and remains on, indicating that system power is on.
  • Page 23 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery If you have a rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 250T/R, Remove the front cover from the rack-mounted model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, and the 05/95 expansion unit.

  • Page 24: Replace The Model Escala Pl 250T/R Service Processor Assembly

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Label and disconnect all cables connected to the service processor assembly. Squeeze the tabs A on the end of each service processor assembly handle, and rotate the service processor handles to the open position B. Then pull the service processor assembly C out of the system.
  • Page 25 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Figure 2. Rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 250T/R Align the service processor assembly with the slot in the system frame. While holding the service processor assembly by the handles, carefully push the assembly into place Note: Ensure that the two pins on the flange of the service processor assembly align with the corresponding alignment pin holes in the back plate while you carefully push the service processor assembly into place.

  • Page 26: Remove And Replace The Model Escala Pl 250T/R Time-Of-Day Battery

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Parent topic: Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 250T/R service processor assembly and time-of-day battery Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 250T/R time-of-day battery To remove and replace the time-of-day battery in a model ESCALA PL 250T/R : If you have not done so, Remove the model ESCALA PL 250T/R service processor assembly.

  • Page 27: Remove The Model Escala Pl 450T/R, Pl 450T/R+ Or Pl 850T/R-L+, Escala Pl 450T/R, Time-Of-Day Battery

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery These procedures describe the removal and replacement of the time-of-day battery in a model ESCALA PL 450T/R, server, ESCALA PL 450T/R, . Remove the model ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, time-of-day battery Replace the model ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, time-of-day battery...
  • Page 28 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery If you have a rack-mounted unit, Remove the front cover from the rack-mounted model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, and the 05/95 expansion unit.

  • Page 29: Replace The Model Escala Pl 450T/R, Pl 450T/R+ Or Pl 850T/R-L+, Escala Pl 450T/R, Time-Of-Day Battery

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Use a flat-head screwdriver or other tool to gently lift up on the exposed side of the battery. Slide the battery out of its plastic mount A as shown as in the previous figure. After the bottom of the battery has cleared the top edge of the plastic mount, pull it up and away from the system backplane.

  • Page 30: Remove And Replace The Model Escala Pl 850R/Pl 1650R/R+ Or Escala Pl 1650R-L+ Service Processor Assembly And Time-Of-Day Battery

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Parent topic: Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, time-of-day battery Previous topic: Remove the model ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, time-of-day battery Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+ service processor assembly and time-of-day...
  • Page 31 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Remove the model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+ service processor assembly to access another part Replace the model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+ service processor assembly after accessing another part Parent topic: Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+...
  • Page 32 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Remove the thumbscrews A from the service processor bracket B and remove the bracket, if necessary. See Figure Figure 2. Service processor bracket removal Label and disconnect the all cables connected to the service processor assembly. For more information, see Remove the model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+ service processor...

  • Page 33: Remove The Model Escala Pl 850R/Pl 1650R/R+ Or Escala Pl 1650R-L+ Service Processor Assembly

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Replace the model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+ service processor assembly after accessing another part If your system is managed by an HMC, use the HMC to complete the steps for replacing the service processor assembly.
  • Page 34 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery If the server is started, stop all the system units that are connected by SMP processor cables and service processor cables. Check each connection by removing the cable connectors from the server and checking for any damage to the connectors or cables.
  • Page 35 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Locate the service processor assembly as shown in Figure Attention: ♦ Attach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging your hardware. ♦...

  • Page 36: Replace The Model Escala Pl 850R/Pl 1650R/R+ Or Escala Pl 1650R-L+ Service Processor Assembly

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Label and disconnect all cables connected to the service processor assembly. For more information, Remove the model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+ service processor cable. Press the thumb release C on the blue service processor assembly handle D and rotate the handle down to disengage the service processor assembly from the card slot as shown in Figure After the service processor assembly is disengaged from the card slot, use the handle to pull the...

  • Page 37: Remove And Replace The Model Escala Pl 850R/Pl 1650R/R+ Or Escala Pl 1650R-L+ Time-Of-Day Battery

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Rotate the handle B up to lock the service processor assembly into the card slot. Reconnect all cables to the service processor assembly. For more information, see Replace the model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+ service processor cable.

  • Page 38: Install A Model Escala Pl 850R/Pl 1650R/R+ Redundant Service Processor Assembly

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Exchange only with the approved part. Recycle or discard the battery as instructed by local regulations. (C003a) Figure 1. Time-of-day battery removal from the model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+ service processor assembly Before replacing the battery, ensure that positive (+) side of the battery is facing up.

  • Page 39: Remove And Replace The Model Escala Pl 850R/Pl 1650R/R+ Or Escala Pl 1650R-L+ Service Processor Cable

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+ service processor cable Attention: When replacing the model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+ service processor cable, ensure that the identical cable part number is replaced. Replacing the cable with a dissimilar cable can cause the control panel to stop functioning.

  • Page 40: Replace The Model Escala Pl 850R/Pl 1650R/R+ Or Escala Pl 1650R-L+ Service Processor Cable

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Figure 1. Model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+ service processor cable Grasp the service processor cable handle on one system unit and pull the cable from the system unit. Then repeat the process for any other ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+ system units that are connected to the service processor cable.
  • Page 41 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery For assistance, use the following tables as a guide: Table 1. Replacing cables when adding a redundant FSP to the ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ on the Primary Service Processor (#1) Service processor One SP and one One SP and two Two SP and one...

  • Page 42: Remove And Replace The Model Escala Pl 250R-L, Pl 250R-L+ Or Pl 450R-Vl+, 7/10, Or Escala Pl 250R-L+ Or Escala Pl 450R-Vl+ Time-Of-Day Battery

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Parent topic: Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+ service processor cable Previous topic: Remove the model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+ service processor cable Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 250R-L, PL 250R-L+ or PL 450R-VL+, 7/10, or ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+ time-of-day battery...
  • Page 43 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Disconnect the power source from the system by unplugging the system. Note: This system might be equipped with a second power supply. Before continuing with this procedure, ensure that all power sources to the system have been completely disconnected. (L003) If you have a rack-mounted unit, Remove the front cover from the model ESCALA PL 250R-L, PL...

  • Page 44: Replace The Model Escala Pl 250R-L, Pl 250R-L+ Or Pl 450R-Vl+, 7/10, Or Escala Pl 250R-L+ Or Escala Pl 450R-Vl+ Time-Of-Day Battery

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Note: The battery's plastic mount connections are soldered to the system backplane. If the battery mount is damaged or removed, the system board might be permanently damaged. CAUTION:The battery contains lithium. To avoid possible explosion, do not burn or charge the battery.

  • Page 45: Remove And Replace The Model Escala Pl 3250R Service Processor Assembly And Time-Of-Day Battery

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery 250R-L, PL 250R-L+ or PL 450R-VL+, or ESCALA PL 250R-L+ or ESCALA PL 450R-VL+ time-of-day battery Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 3250R service processor assembly and time-of-day battery This is not a customer task. Removing and replacing the ESCALA PL 3250R service processor is not a customer task.
  • Page 46 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Note: Do not start the system at this time. Can the service network be accessed? ⋅ No: Continue with the next step. ⋅ Yes: Go to step 3. ♦ If the network connection uses DHCP to establish an IP address, but does not use an HMC as the DHCP server, do the following steps: Complete any network configuration necessary to allow the DHCP server to recognize and assign an IP address to the service processor.
  • Page 47 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Figure 2. Model ESCALA PL 450T/R service processor switch Replace the model ESCALA PL 250T/R service processor assembly, or Replace the model ESCALA PL 850R/PL 1650R/R+ or ESCALA PL 1650R-L+ service processor assembly.

  • Page 48: Related Procedures

    Place the model ESCALA PL 250R-L, PL 250R-L+ or PL 450R-VL+ in the operating position Learn how to place the unit into the operating position. • Place the rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 245T/R in the service position or operating position •...

  • Page 49: Start Or Stop The System Or Logical Partition

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Start or stop the system or logical partition Learn how to start or stop a system or logical partition. • Start the system or logical partition Use these instructions to start a system or logical partition. •...
  • Page 50 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery • Heavy equipment personal injury or equipment damage might result if mishandled. • Always lower the leveling pads on the rack cabinet. • Always install stabilizer brackets on the rack cabinet. •...

  • Page 51: Place The Rack-Mounted System Or Expansion Unit In The Service Position Or Operating Position

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery these instructions. Parent topic: Related procedures Place the rack-mounted system or expansion unit in the service position or operating position Learn how to place a rack-mounted system or expansion unit into the service position or the operating position.
  • Page 52 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery • Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following procedures when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. To Disconnect: Turn off everything (unless instructed otherwise). Remove the power cords from the outlets.
  • Page 53 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery If necessary, open the front rack door. Remove the two thumbscrews A that secure the system or expansion unit B to the rack as shown in the following figure. Release the rack latches A on both the left and right sides as shown in the following figure. Review the following note, and then slowly pull the system or expansion unit out from the rack until the rails are fully extended and locked.
  • Page 54 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Tip: Some of the figures in these procedures might not look exactly like the system or expansion unit that you have. However, the steps to perform the task are the same. To place the rack-mounted system or expansion unit into the operating position, follow these steps: Simultaneously release the blue rail safety latches A, located near the front of each rail, and push the system or expansion unit into the rack as shown in the following figure.

  • Page 55: Place The Model Escala Pl 250R-L, Pl 250R-L+ Or Pl 450R-Vl+ Or 7/10 In The Service Position

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Close the front rack door. Parent topic: Place the rack-mounted system or expansion unit in the service position or operating position Place the model ESCALA PL 250R-L, PL 250R-L+ or PL 450R-VL+ or 7/10 in the service position Learn how to place the unit into the service position.
  • Page 56 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Turn off everything (unless instructed otherwise). Attach all cables to the devices. Attach the signal cables to the connectors. Attach the power cords to the outlets. Turn on the devices. (D005) DANGERObserve the following precautions when working on or around your IT rack system: •...

  • Page 57: Place The Model Escala Pl 250R-L, Pl 250R-L+ Or Pl 450R-Vl+ Or 7/10 In The Operating Position

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Release the rack latches B on both the left and right sides as shown in the previous figure. Review the following note, and then slowly pull the system unit out from the rack until the rails are fully extended and locked.

  • Page 58: Place The Rack-Mounted Model Escala Pl 245T/R In The Service Position Or Operating Position

    Related procedures Place the rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 245T/R in the service position or operating position Learn how to place a rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 245T/R into the service position or the operating position. • Place the rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 245T/R in the service position By placing the rack-mounted system unit in the service position, you can access the inside of the unit.
  • Page 59 Do not install a unit in a rack where the internal rack ambient temperatures will exceed the manufacturer's recommended ambient temperature for all your rack-mounted devices. Place the rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 245T/R in the service position or operating position...
  • Page 60 Figure 1. Placing the model ESCALA PL 245T/R in the service position Parent topic: Place the rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 245T/R in the service position or operating position Place the rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 245T/R in the operating position By placing the rack-mounted system unit in the operating position, you make the unit available for use.

  • Page 61: Remove And Replace Model Escala Pl 245T/R Covers And Doors

    Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 245T/R front cover • Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 245T/R acoustic-feature back cover The model ESCALA PL 245T/R has a removable back cover only if you have ordered the acoustic covers feature. •...
  • Page 62 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Remove and replace model ESCALA PL 245T/R covers and doors...
  • Page 63 Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 245T/R acoustic-feature back cover The model ESCALA PL 245T/R has a removable back cover only if you have ordered the acoustic covers feature. To remove the back cover from the model ESCALA PL 245T/R, follow these steps:...
  • Page 64 Figure 1. Removing the model ESCALA PL 245T/R back cover To replace the back cover from the model ESCALA PL 245T/R, follow these steps: Attach all cables and cords. Place the pins on the bottom of the cover into the slot at the bottom of the system unit, as shown in the following figure.
  • Page 65 Remove and replace model ESCALA PL 245T/R covers and doors Remove and replace the model ESCALA PL 245T/R side cover To remove the side cover from the model ESCALA PL 245T/R, follow these steps: Unlock the security lock A if it is locked, as shown in the following figure.

  • Page 66: Open The Model Escala Pl 250R-Vl Or Escala Pl 450R-Xs Service Access Panel

    Replace the side cover in a model ESCALA PL 245T/R To replace the side cover on the model ESCALA PL 245T/R, follow these steps: Insert the bottom lip of the cover into the ledge on the bottom of the system unit.
  • Page 67 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery 450R-XS Release the rack latches B on both the left and right sides as shown in the previous figure. Note: ♦ Ensure that the cables at the rear of the system unit do not catch or bind as you pull the unit out from the rack.

  • Page 68: Place The Model Escala Pl 250R-Vl Or Escala Pl 450R-Xs In The Service Position

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Figure 3. Close the service access panel on model ESCALA PL 250R-VL or ESCALA PL 450R-XS. Push the panel release tabs B back into the locked position. Gently push the server back into the rack until the rack latches lock into place. Replace the thumbscrews if necessary.
  • Page 69 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery • Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. • The product might be equipped with multiple power cords. To remove all hazardous voltages, disconnect all power cords.
  • Page 70 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery • (For sliding drawers.) 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.

  • Page 71: Place The Model Escala Pl 250R-Vl Or Escala Pl 450R-Xs In The Operating Position

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Grasp each side of the system unit and pull the system unit out of the rack. CAUTION:This unit weighs approximately 17 kg (37 pounds). Be sure you can safely support this weight when removing the system unit from the rack. Place the system unit on a sturdy flat surface capable of safely supporting the system unit while you are servicing it.

  • Page 72: Service Access Cover

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Simultaneously release the safety latches, located near the middle of each side of the system, and push the system unit into the rack. Both rack latches should lock into position. Note: Ensure that the cables at the rear of the system unit do not catch or bind as you push the unit back into the rack.
  • Page 73 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Remove the service access cover from the model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250R-L, PL 250R-L+ or PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, 7/10, The following procedures describe how to remove the service access cover for the rack-mounted and stand-alone model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250R-L, PL 250R-L+ or PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL...
  • Page 74 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Figure 2. Remove the service access cover from the ESCALA PL 250R-L, PL 250R-L+ or PL 450R-VL+ or 7/10 Parent topic: Remove the service access cover from the model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250R-L, PL 250R-L+ or PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, Remove the service access cover from the stand-alone model 112/85,...
  • Page 75 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Slide the service access cover toward the back of the system unit. When the front of the cover clears the front frame ledge, lift the cover off the system unit. Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, install the cover before starting the system. Operating the system without the cover for more than 30 minutes could damage the system components.
  • Page 76 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery To install the service access cover on a rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 250R-L, PL 250R-L+ or PL 450R-VL+, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, 7/10, , refer to Figure 1 Figure...

  • Page 77: Remove The Service Access Cover From The Rack-Mounted Model Escala Pl 250R-Vl Or Escala Pl 450R-Xs

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Install the service access cover on the stand-alone model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, To install the service access cover on a stand-alone model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, , follow these steps: Align the service access cover pins with the slots in the system.

  • Page 78: Install The Service Access Cover On The Rack-Mounted Model Escala Pl 250R-Vl Or Escala Pl 450R-Xs

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Figure 1. Remove the service access cover from the model ESCALA PL 250R-VL or ESCALA PL 450R-XS Parent topic: Related procedures Install the service access cover on the rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 250R-VL or ESCALA PL 450R-XS To install the service access cover on a rack-mounted model ESCALA PL 250R-VL or ESCALA PL 450R-XS and follow these steps:...

  • Page 79: Front Cover

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery ESCALA PL 450R-XS Close the service access panel C and ensure the tabs D lock into place. Parent topic: Related procedures Front cover The following procedures describe how to remove and install the front cover of the system or expansion unit. •...
  • Page 80 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Remove the front cover from the model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, or the 05/95 expansion unit The following procedures describe how to remove the front cover of the model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, or the 05/95 expansion unit.
  • Page 81 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Gently pull the cover up and off the base, releasing the lower cover-locking tabs. Parent topic: Remove the front cover from the model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, or the 05/95 expansion unit Install the front cover on the model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL...
  • Page 82 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Tighten the thumbscrews. Close the front rack door. Parent topic: Install the front cover on the model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, or the 05/95 expansion unit Install the front cover on the stand-alone model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+,...

  • Page 83: Model 112/85, Escala Pl 250T/R, Pl 250T/R+ Or Pl 450T/R-L+, Escala Pl 450T/R, Pl 450T/R+ Or Pl 850T/R-L+, Door

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Parent topic: Install the front cover on the model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, or the 05/95 expansion unit Model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, door Learn how to remove and replace the front door of the stand-alone model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL...
  • Page 84 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Parent topic: Model 112/85, ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, door Remove the door from the model ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+ The model 112/85 or ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+ has two doors.
  • Page 85 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery To install the model ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+ with acoustic feature front door see, Install the door on the model ESCALA PL 250T/R+ or ESCALA PL 450T/R-L+ To install the model ESCALA PL 250T/R, PL 250T/R+ or PL 450T/R-L+, ESCALA PL 450T/R, PL 450T/R+ or PL 850T/R-L+, front door, do the following: Set the door on the lower retaining post B, as shown in the following figure.

  • Page 86: Verify The Installed Part

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Figure 1. Installing the model 112/85 door Rotate the door toward the system unit. Press down on the back edge of the door, and seat the post B into its matching slot. Close the door.
  • Page 87 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery • Verifying the replaced part using AIX Verify the installed feature using AIX: Log in as root user. At the command line, type diag and press Enter. Select Advanced Diagnostics Routines. Press Enter. From the Diagnostic Mode Selection menu, select System Verification.
  • Page 88 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery From the Diagnostic Mode Selection menu, select System Verification. Press Enter. Select All Resources, or select the diagnostics for the individual part to test only the part you replaced, and any devices that are attached to the part you replaced. Press Enter. Did the Resource Repair Action menu appear? ♦...
  • Page 89 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery ♦ No: Go to step 11. ♦ Yes: Go to step 12. Start the operating system, with the system or logical partition in normal mode. Were you able to start the operating system? ♦...
  • Page 90 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery partition on which you are working, follow these steps: Access the ASMI. See Managing your server using the Advanced System Management Interface for information on using the ASMI. On the ASMI main menu, click on Power/Restart Control. Click on Power On/Off System.
  • Page 91 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Verify the presence of an installed part using Hardware Management Console (HMC) Use these instructions to verify an installed part using the Hardware Management Console (HMC). If you have reference codes, symptoms, or location codes that you used during the service action, locate the records to use during this procedure.

  • Page 92: Install A Feature Using The Hardware Management Console

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Turn off the failing part indicator light. For instructions, see Changing service indicators. Parent topic: Verify the installed part Install a feature using the Hardware Management Console To use the Hardware Management Console user interface to install a feature in a system or expansion unit that is managed by a Hardware Management Console (HMC), follow these steps: In the navigation area, expand Management Environment.

  • Page 93: Replace A Part Using The Hardware Management Console

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Note: The HMC might open the ESCALA Power5 Hardware Information instructions for removing the part. If so, follow these instructions to remove the part. Parent topic: Related procedures Replace a part using the Hardware Management Console To use the Hardware Management Console user interface to replace a part in a system or expansion unit that is managed by a Hardware Management Console (HMC), follow these steps: In the navigation area, expand the Management Environment.
  • Page 94 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Locate a failing part in an AIX system or logical partition To locate the failing part in a system or logical partition running AIX, follow these steps: Log in as root user or celogin-. At the command line, type diag and press Enter.
  • Page 95 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery replace. • Deactivate the failing-part indicator light After replacing a failing part, use this task to deactivate the failing-part indicator light. • Identify a failing part using stand-alone diagnostics Use this task if the operating system is stopped or if you need to stop the system or logical partition to replace the failing part.
  • Page 96 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Parent topic: Identify a failing part on a Linux system or logical partition Deactivate the failing-part indicator light After replacing a failing part, use this task to deactivate the failing-part indicator light. After replacing a failing part, follow these steps to deactivate the failing-part indicator light: Log in as root user.

  • Page 97: Remove The Front Cover From The Model Escala Pl 250R-L, Pl 250R-L+ Or Pl 450R-Vl+ Or 7/10

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Access the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI). See Managing your server using the Advanced System Management Interface for information on using the ASMI. On the ASMI main menu, click Power/Restart Control. Click Power On/Off System.

  • Page 98: Install The Front Cover On The Model Escala Pl 250R-L, Pl 250R-L+ Or Pl 450R-Vl+ Or 7/10

    Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Pivot the cover from the bottom and swing the top of the cover out. Pull the bottom of the cover up and then away from the system unit. This releases the two tabs located on the bottom of the cover.
  • Page 99 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Press inward on the spring-loaded tab A located on the right side of the control panel B so that it pops out slightly, as shown in the following figure. Figure 1. Gain access to the model ESCALA PL 250R-L, PL 250R-L+ or PL 450R-VL+ control panels Pull the control panel out, toward the front of the system, until it can be pivoted downward on its hinge.
  • Page 100 Service processor assembly, service processor cable, and time-of-day battery Gain access to the model ESCALA PL 250R-L, PL 250R-L+ or PL450R-VL+ control panels...
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