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xSeries 100
Type 8486
Installation Guide
Welcome. . .
Thank you for buying an
IBM xSeries server.
This server
Installation Guide
contains information for setting
up and configuring your server.
For detailed information
about your server, view the
User's Guide
on the
Documentation CD.
You can also find the most
current information about your
server on the IBM Web site at:
http://www.ibm.com/support
Install options:
Drives
Microprocessors
Adapters
Memory
Install the server in
the rack, if required
Cable the server
and options
Start the server
No
Did the server
start correctly?
Yes
Use ServerGuide
to setup and
configure hardware
No
Did configuration
complete?
Yes
Use
No
ServerGuide to
install operating
system?
Yes
Use ServerGuide to
install applications,
such as IBM systems
management software
and IBM ServeRAID
programs
System is ready to use.
Go to the Server Support
flow chart to register
your server.
Go to the Server Support
flow chart inside this cover page.
Go to the Web for Instructions,
http://www.ibm.com/support/

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  • Page 1 Documentation CD. You can also find the most Did configuration complete? current information about your server on the IBM Web site at: http://www.ibm.com/support ServerGuide to Go to the Web for Instructions, install operating http://www.ibm.com/support/ system? Use ServerGuide to...
  • Page 2 Check all cables for loose connections and verify that all optional devices you installed are on the ServerProven list. You can view the ServerProven list at http://www.ibm.com/pc/compat/ View information about IBM support line at http://www.ibm.com/services/sl/products/ or view support telephone numbers at Problem http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/...
  • Page 3 ERserver xSeries 100 Type 8486 Installation Guide...
  • Page 4 Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 61 and the Warranty and Support Information document on the IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD. First Edition (October 2005) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2005. All rights reserved.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1. Introduction ..... . 1 The IBM xSeries Documentation CD ....3 Hardware and software requirements .
  • Page 6 Hard disk drive problems ....49 Intermittent problems ..... . 49 Keyboard, mouse, or pointing-device problems .

  • Page 7: Safety

    Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen. Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza. Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2005...
  • Page 8 Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad. Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. Statement 1: DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.
  • Page 9 Statement 2: CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer.
  • Page 10 Statement 4: ≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. Statement 5: CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device.
  • Page 11 Statement 8: CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components.
  • Page 12 All caution and danger statements in this documentation begin with a number. This number is used to cross reference an English caution or danger statement with translated versions of the caution or danger statement in the IBM Safety Information book.

  • Page 13: Chapter 1. Introduction

    ® xSeries 100 Type 8486 server and basic instructions for installing some options. More detailed instructions for installing options are in the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD, which comes with the server. This document contains information about:...
  • Page 14 ® For a list of supported options for the server, see the ServerProven Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/compat/. xSeries 100 Type 8486: Installation Guide...

  • Page 15: The Ibm Xseries Documentation Cd

    The IBM xSeries Documentation CD The IBM xSeries Documentation CD contains documentation for your server in Portable Document Format (PDF) and includes the IBM Documentation Browser to help you find information quickly. Hardware and software requirements The IBM xSeries Documentation CD requires the following minimum hardware and software: ®...

  • Page 16: Notices And Statements In This Document

    Notices and statements in this document The caution and danger statements that appear in this document are also in the multilingual Safety Information document, which is on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in the Safety Information document.

  • Page 17: Features And Specifications

    Features and specifications The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the server. Depending on the server model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply. Table 1. Features and specifications Microprocessor: Power supply: One 310 watt (90-240 V Environment: ™...

  • Page 18: Major Components Of The Server

    Major components of the server Blue on a component indicates touch points, where you can grip the component to remove it from or install it in the server, open or close a latch, and so on. The following illustration shows the major components in the server. Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.

  • Page 19: Chapter 2. Installing Options

    Chapter 2. Installing options This chapter provides basic instructions for installing hardware options in the server. These instructions are intended for users who are experienced with setting up IBM server hardware. If you need more detailed instructions, see the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD.

  • Page 20: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    v There is adequate space around the server to allow the server cooling system to work properly. Leave approximately 50 mm (2.0 in.) of open space around the front and rear of the server. Do not place objects in front of the fans. For proper cooling and airflow, replace the server cover before turning on the server.

  • Page 21: Removing The Side Cover

    Removing the side cover To remove the server side cover, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page v and the “Installation guidelines” on page 7. 2. Turn off the server and all attached devices (see “Turning off the server” on page 32);...

  • Page 22: Removing The Bezel

    Removing the bezel When working with some devices, such as additional optical drives, you must first remove the bezel to access the device. To remove the bezel, complete the following steps: 1. Remove the side cover (see “Removing the side cover” on page 9). 2.

  • Page 23: Installing A Memory Module

    (ECC) DIMMs. These DIMMs must be compatible with the latest PC2-4200 SDRAM unbuffered DIMM specification. For a list of supported options for your server, go to http://www.ibm.com/us/compat/; then, select your country and navigate to the list of options for your computer.
  • Page 24 To install a DIMM, complete the following steps: 1. Locate the DIMM connectors on the system board. Determine the connectors into which you will install the DIMMs. Install the DIMMs in the sequence shown in the following table. DIMM 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 3 DIMM 4...
  • Page 25 Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM connectors, open and close the clips gently. 2. Open the retaining clips and, if necessary, remove any existing DIMM. 3. Touch the static-protective package that contains the DIMM to any unpainted metal surface on the server.

  • Page 26: Installing A Drive

    Installing a drive Depending on the server model, one or more of the following drives might be installed in the server: v Diskette (optional) v Hard disk drive v CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD/CD-RW combo The server might come with an IDE CD-ROM drive in bay 1 and a 3.5-in. Serial ATA hard disk drive in bay 4.

  • Page 27: Installing A Removable-Media Drive In Bay 2 Or 3

    PCI or PCI Express adapter slot cover in the event you later remove the option. v For a complete list of supported options for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/support/. Installing a removable-media drive in bay 2 or 3 To install a removable-media drive in bay 2 or 3, complete the following steps: 1.
  • Page 28 Filler panel EMC shield Drive retainer clip Note: If you are installing a drive that contains a laser, observe the following safety precaution. xSeries 100 Type 8486: Installation Guide...
  • Page 29 Statement 3 CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device.

  • Page 30: Installing A Sata Hard Disk Drive In Bay 5

    If you have other options to install or remove, do so now; otherwise, replace the side cover (see “Installing the side cover” on page 25 and replace the bezel (see “Installing the bezel” on page 25); then, go to “Completing the installation” on page Installing a SATA hard disk drive in bay 5 The server come with a Serial ATA (SATA) hard disk drive.
  • Page 31 4. Move the drive cage release lever to the unlocked position and gently pull the drive cage out of the drive cage slot on the chassis and set it aside. Screws Locking lever 5. Touch the static-protective package that contains the drive to any unpainted metal surface on the server;...

  • Page 32: Power And Signal Cables For Internal Drives

    Power and signal cables for internal drives The server uses cables to connect parallel IDE, Serial ATA, and SCSI devices (such as tape devices) to the power supply and to the system board. (See the User’s Guide for the location of system-board internal connectors.) Review the following information before connecting power and signal cables to internal drives: v The drives that are preinstalled in the server come with power and signal cables attached.

  • Page 33: Installing An Adapter

    PCI Express x8, PCI Express x1, system-board integrated drive electronics (IDE) or SCSI devices, and then PCI slots 3 and 4. v For a list of supported options for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/support/. To install an adapter, complete the following steps: 1.
  • Page 34 Attention: Make sure that the adapter is correctly seated in the expansion slot before you turn on the server. Incomplete installation of an adapter might damage the system board or the adapter. Expansion slot cover 8. Reinstall the screw that you removed from the expansion slot earlier to secure the adapter to the chassis.

  • Page 35: Cabling An Optional Scsi Adapter

    Cabling an optional SCSI adapter You can install an optional SCSI adapter in the server to control internal tape drives. You can also cable a SCSI adapter to external hard disk drives. See your SCSI adapter option documentation for complete instructions for installing a SCSI adapter in the server and for additional information about SCSI adapters.

  • Page 36: Installing A Security Rope Clip

    Installing a security rope clip To help prevent hardware theft, you can add a security rope clip and cable to the server. After you add the security cable, make sure that it does not interfere with other cables that are connected to the server. Before you begin, obtain the following items: v A flat-blade screwdriver v An adjustable wrench...

  • Page 37: Completing The Installation

    Completing the installation To complete the installation, you must reinstall the bezel, reinstall the side cover, connect all the cables and, for certain options, run the Configuration/Setup Utility program. Follow the instructions in this section. Installing the bezel To replace the bezel, complete the following steps: 1.
  • Page 38 Thumbscrews 3. Use the two thumbscrews that you removed earlier to secure the cover to the server chassis. xSeries 100 Type 8486: Installation Guide...

  • Page 39: Connecting The Cables

    Connecting the cables If the server cables and connector panel have color-coded connections, match the color of the cable end with the color of the connector. For example, match a blue cable end with a blue panel connector, a red cable end with a red connector, and so on.
  • Page 40 xSeries 100 Type 8486: Installation Guide...

  • Page 41: Chapter 3. Server Controls, Leds, And Power

    See Chapter 5, “Solving problems,” on page 39 for additional information. Detailed troubleshooting information is in the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. (Optional) Diskette-eject button Press this button to release a diskette from the diskette drive.
  • Page 42 Power-control button Press this button to turn the server on and off manually. A power-control-button shield comes with the server. Power-on LED When this LED is lit, it indicates that the server is turned on. When this LED is off, it indicates that ac power is not present, or the power supply or the LED itself has failed.

  • Page 43: Rear View

    Rear view The following illustration shows the connectors on the rear of the server. Power-cord connector Connect the power cord to this connector. Power supply error LED When this amber LED is lit, it indicates that a power supply error has occurred.

  • Page 44: Server Power Features

    Ethernet connector Use this connector to connect the server to a network. Serial 2 connector Connect a 9-pin serial device to this connector. Ethernet link status LED This LED is on the Ethernet connector on the back of the server. When this LED is lit, it indicates that there is an active connection on the Ethernet port.
  • Page 45 Statement 5: CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
  • Page 46 xSeries 100 Type 8486: Installation Guide...

  • Page 47: Chapter 4. Configuring The Server

    Chapter 4. Configuring the server The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD provides software setup tools and ® installation tools that are specifically designed for your IBM server. Use this CD during the initial installation of your server to configure basic hardware features and to simplify your operating system installation.

  • Page 48: Using The Boot Menu Program

    Configuration/Setup Utility menu. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. See the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for more detailed information about the Configuration/Setup Utility program. Using the Boot Menu program...
  • Page 49 You do not have to set any jumpers or configure the controller. However, you must install a device driver when you install a different operating system to enable the operating system to address the controller. For device drivers and information about configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controller, go to http://www.ibm.com/support/. Chapter 4. Configuring the server...
  • Page 50 xSeries 100 Type 8486: Installation Guide...

  • Page 51: Chapter 5. Solving Problems

    If you cannot locate and correct the problem using the information in this chapter, see Appendix A, “Getting help and technical assistance,” on page 59, the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD, and the “Server Support” flowchart inside the front cover of this document.

  • Page 52: Post Beep Codes

    Use the following beep code descriptions to help diagnose and solve problems that are detected during startup. Note: See the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for more information about the POST beep codes.
  • Page 53 v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Problem Determination and Service Guide to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),”...
  • Page 54 v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Problem Determination and Service Guide to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),”...
  • Page 55 v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Problem Determination and Service Guide to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),”...
  • Page 56 v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Problem Determination and Service Guide to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),”...
  • Page 57 v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in the Problem Determination and Service Guide to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),”...

  • Page 58: Serverguide Problems

    ServerGuide problems The following table lists problem symptoms and suggested solutions. Table 2. ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD Symptom Action The ServerGuide Setup v Make sure that the server supports the ServerGuide program and has a startable and Installation CD will (bootable) CD or DVD drive.

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting Tables

    Troubleshooting tables Use the troubleshooting tables to find solutions to problems that have identifiable symptoms. See the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for more detailed troubleshooting information. If you cannot find the problem in these tables, run the diagnostic programs (see “Running the diagnostic programs”...

  • Page 60: Diskette Drive Problems

    Diskette drive problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in Problem Determination and Service Guide to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).

  • Page 61: Hard Disk Drive Problems

    Hard disk drive problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in Problem Determination and Service Guide to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).

  • Page 62: Keyboard, Mouse, Or Pointing-Device Problems

    Keyboard, mouse, or pointing-device problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in Problem Determination and Service Guide to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).

  • Page 63: Memory Problems

    Memory problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in Problem Determination and Service Guide to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).

  • Page 64: Monitor Problems

    76 mm (3 in.). b. Non-IBM monitor cables might cause unpredictable problems. 2. Replace the following components one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the computer each time: a.

  • Page 65: Optional-Device Problems

    If an action step is preceded by (Trained service technician only), that step must be performed only by a trained service technician. Symptom Action An IBM optional-device that was 1. Make sure that: just installed does not work. ®...

  • Page 66: Power Problems

    Power problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in Problem Determination and Service Guide to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).

  • Page 67: Printer Problems

    The printer signal cable is connected to the correct serial or parallel connector on the computer. Note: Non-IBM printer cables might cause unpredictable results. v You have assigned the printer port correctly in your operating system or application program.

  • Page 68: Software Problems

    Software problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See the parts listing in Problem Determination and Service Guide to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).

  • Page 69: System-Board Error Leds

    LED will not be lit the next time the server is restarted; if the problem remains, the LED will be lit again. See the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for additional information. Recovering from a BIOS update failure If power to the server is interrupted while BIOS code is being updated (flash update), the server might not restart (reboot) correctly.
  • Page 70 8. Connect the server to a power source, keyboard, monitor, and mouse. 9. Insert the BIOS update (flash) diskette into the diskette drive. You can download a file to create this diskette from http://www.ibm.com/support/. 10. Turn on the computer and the monitor.

  • Page 71: Appendix A. Getting Help And Technical Assistance

    If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from IBM to assist you. This appendix contains information about where to go for additional information about IBM and IBM products, what to do if you experience a problem ®...

  • Page 72: Software Service And Support

    You can find service information for your IBM products, including supported options, at http://www.ibm.com/support/. Software service and support Through IBM Support Line, you can get telephone assistance, for a fee, with usage, configuration, and software problems with xSeries servers, IntelliStation workstations, and appliances. For information about which products are supported by Support Line in your country or region, go to http://www.ibm.com/services/sl/products/.

  • Page 73: Appendix B. Notices

    Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this IBM product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk. IBM may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.

  • Page 74: Trademarks

    Predictive Failure Analysis Lotus, Lotus Notes, SmartSuite, and Domino are trademarks of Lotus Development Corporation and/or IBM Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. Intel, MMX, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both.

  • Page 75: Product Recycling And Disposal

    IBM makes no representations or warranties with respect to non-IBM products. Support (if any) for the non-IBM products is provided by the third party, not IBM. Some software may differ from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality.
  • Page 76 applicable throughout the European Union. This label is applied to various products to indicate that the product is not to be thrown away, but rather reclaimed upon end of life per this Directive. Remarque : Cette marque s’applique uniquement aux pays de l’Union Européenne et à...

  • Page 77: Battery Return Program

    In the United States, IBM has established a collection process for reuse, recycling, or proper disposal of used IBM sealed lead acid, nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride, and battery packs from IBM equipment. For information on proper disposal of these batteries, contact IBM at 1-800-426-4333.

  • Page 78: Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement

    Consult an IBM authorized dealer or service representative for help. 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 79: Power Cords

    Power cords For your safety, IBM provides a power cord with a grounded attachment plug to use with this IBM product. To avoid electrical shock, always use the power cord and plug with a properly grounded outlet. IBM power cords used in the United States and Canada are listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) and certified by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).
  • Page 80 IBM power cord part number Used in these countries and regions 14F0033 Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Botswana, Brunei Darussalam, Channel Islands, China (Hong Kong S.A.R.), Cyprus, Dominica, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Iraq, Ireland, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Liberia, Malawi, Malaysia, Malta, Myanmar (Burma), Nigeria, Oman,...

  • Page 81: Index

    Configuration/Setup Utility 35 drives 6 configuring your server 35 fans 6 controller, SCSI 23 controls 29 controls and indicators 29 cooling 5 important notices 4 cover indicators 29 replacing 25 installation order, memory modules 11, 12 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2005...
  • Page 82 installing POST adapters 21 beep codes 40 bezel 25 error codes 40 cover 25 power drives in bays 5, 6, or 7 18 problems 54 internal drives 14 power control-button 30 memory modules 11 power cords 67 options 7 power supply specifications 5 security rope clip 24 power switch 30 intermittent problems 49...
  • Page 83 starting Broadcom NetXtreme gigabit ethernet boot agent 36 statements and notices 4 static electricity 8 static-sensitive devices, handling 8 status LEDs 29 system board LEDs 57 system error LED 29 system reliability 7 tape drive, installing 14 trademarks 62 troubleshooting tables 47 United States electronic emission Class B notice 65 United States FCC Class B notice 65 Universal Serial Bus (USB) problems 56...
  • Page 84 xSeries 100 Type 8486: Installation Guide...
  • Page 86 Part Number: 31R2068 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 31R2068...

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