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IBM eServer xSeries 255 Installation Manual

IBM eServer xSeries 255 Installation Manual

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xSeries 255
Type 8685
Installation Guide
Welcome. . .
Thank you for buying an
IBM xSeries server.
is based on the X-Architecture
technology, and it features
superior performance, availability,
and scalability.
Installation Guide
This server
contains information for setting
up and configuring your server.
For detailed information about
your server, view the publications
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/pc/support
Your server
System is ready to use.
Go to the Server Support
and profile your server.
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 set up and
configure hardware
No
Did configuration
complete?
Yes
Use
No
ServerGuide to
install operating
system?
Yes
Install applications,
such as IBM systems
management software
and IBM ServeRAID
programs
flow chart to register
Go to the Server Support
flow chart
Go to the Web for instructions,
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support

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  • Page 1 Documentation CD. You can also find the most current information about your ServerGuide to Go to the Web for instructions, server on the IBM Web site at: install operating http://www.ibm.com/pc/support http://www.ibm.com/pc/support system? Install applications, such as IBM systems...
  • Page 2 Register and profile your server properly? After you register and profile, you will be able to: • Diagnose problems using the IBM Online Assistant • Participate in the IBM discussion forum • Receive e-mail notifications of technical updates related to your profiled products...
  • Page 3 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685 Installation Guide SC32-P020-10...
  • Page 4 43 and Appendix C, “Notices” on page 55. First Edition (June 2002) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2002. All rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Purchasing additional services........45 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...
  • Page 6 Index ............61 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...

  • 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. 2002...
  • Page 8 First, attach all cables to devices. First, remove power cords from outlet. Attach signal cables to connectors. Remove signal cables from connectors. Attach power cords to outlet. Remove all cables from devices. Turn device ON. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...
  • 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 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. viii IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...
  • Page 11 Statement 6: CAUTION: If you install a strain-relief bracket option over the end of the power cord that is connected to the device, you must connect the other end of the power cord to an easily accessible power source. Statement 8: CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached.

  • Page 12: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    Do not place the device on your server cover or on a metal table. • Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather because heating reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1. Introduction

    If you have access to the World Wide Web, you can obtain up-to-date information about your server model and other IBM server products at http://www.ibm.com/eserver/xseries/ on the World Wide Web. See the Rack Installation Instructions for complete rack installation and removal instructions.

  • Page 14: Specifications And Features

    Nine hot-swap fans Table 1. Features and specifications 1. Racks are marked in vertical increments of 1.75 inches each. Each increment is referred to as a unit, or "U." A 1-U-high device is 1.75 inches tall. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...

  • Page 15: Notices And Statements Used In This Book

    Notices and statements used in this book The caution and danger statements used in this book also appear in the multilingual Safety Information book provided on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Each cau- tion and danger statement is numbered for easy reference to the corresponding state- ments in the safety book.
  • Page 16 Dividers Microprocessor VRM with metal retaining-clip housing Adapter Heat sink support bracket Microprocessor System board Power-supply fans SCSI backplane support bracket Microprocessor baffle Light Path Diagnostics panel Power supplies Shuttle assembly Microprocessor airflow guide IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2. Installing Options

    Adapter in this server, you must install the adapter in PCI slot 1. However, you can install other compatible adapters in this slot. If you install the optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter in the server, use the ribbon cable that comes with the adapter to connect the adapter to the system- management connector (J16) on the system board.
  • Page 18 PCI-X Slot 3 64-bit 100 MHz (J28) PCI-X Slot 4 64-bit 100 MHz (J29) PCI-X Slot 5 64-bit 100 MHz (J30) PCI-X Slot 6 64-bit 100 MHz (J31) PCI-X Slot 7 64-bit 100 MHz (J32) IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...
  • Page 19 The following illustration shows how to install an adapter. Adapter- retention Adapter- retention latch Attention Adapter locking lever Power Unlock Adapter Lock Complete the following steps to install an adapter. 1. Review the information beginning with “Safety” on page v through “Handling static-sensitive devices”...

  • Page 20: Cabling A Raid Or Scsi Adapter To The Standard Scsi Backplane

    If your server is a rack model and you have already installed the server in a rack enclosure, you must disconnect the cable-management arm bracket from the server. See the Rack Installation Instructions on the xSeries Documentation CD for details. 4. Remove the top cover. 5. Remove the air baffle. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...
  • Page 21 Air baffle Handle Fasteners 6. Open the microprocessor airflow guide located between the front fans and the microprocessors. Microprocessor airflow guide Locking tabs (open position) Microprocessor airflow guide (closed position) Chapter 2. Installing options...
  • Page 22 RAID or SCSI adapter in your server and connecting the SCSI cables to a RAID or SCSI adapter. 11. Disconnect the SCSI signal cable from the internal SCSI connector (J15) on the system board. Adapter External SCSI A (J14) Internal SCSI B (J15) IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...
  • Page 23 Attention: When you route the SCSI cable, observe the following precaution: Do not block the ventilated space in front of the fan assembly. 12. If your server is a tower model, reinstall the shuttle assembly in the server. 13. Slide the shuttle assembly back into place and secure it by locking the metal-hinge latch.

  • Page 24: Installing Memory Modules

    When you restart the server, the system displays a message indi- cating that the memory configuration has changed. See the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for more information about the Configura- tion/Setup Utility program. •...
  • Page 25 Hot Spare Memory bank becomes the DIMMs in connectors D1, D2, D7, and D8. See the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for further details about enabling the Hot Spare Memory feature.
  • Page 26 8. Reinstall the memory-board assembly in the server. 9. Reinstall the air baffle. 10. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now; otherwise, reinstall the top cover and connect all cables and power cords. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...

  • Page 27: Installing A Drive In A Hot-Swap Bay

    1. The server does not support half-high hot-swap drives. 2. If you plan to install hot-swap drives in bays 7 through 12, you must first install an optional SCSI backplane. See the Option Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for details.
  • Page 28 6. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now; otherwise, continue with the next step. 7. If you installed drives in a tower model, reinstall the bezel (see the Option Installa- tion Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for details). IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...

  • Page 29: Installing An Additional Microprocessor

    Microprocessor internal and external clock frequen- cies must be identical. Before you install microprocessors, review the following: • To order additional microprocessor options, contact your IBM reseller or IBM mar- keting representative. • When you install an additional microprocessor, you must also install the voltage regulator module (VRM) that comes with the microprocessor in the corresponding VRM connector.
  • Page 30 3. Remove the top cover. 4. Remove the air baffle. 5. Select the socket in which you want to install the microprocessor. 6. Install a VRM in the corresponding VRM connector (see the preceding illustration for locations). IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...
  • Page 31 • If you are installing a VRM in connector 1 or 2, attach the plastic handle that comes with the option. Note: Do not attach the plastic handle to the VRM for microprocessor 3 or 4. • If you are installing a VRM in connector 3 or 4, do the following: a.

  • Page 32: Installing A Hot-Swap Power Supply

    Power supply 1 Power supply bay 3 (use top power (use top power cord connector) cord connector) Power supply 2 Power supply bay 4 (use bottom power (use bottom power cord connector) cord connector) IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...
  • Page 33 Before you install power-supplies, review the following precautions. Note: During normal operation, each power-supply bay must have a fan installed for proper cooling. Statement 8: CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached.
  • Page 34 8. Verify that the dc power LED and the ac power LED on the power supply are lit, indicating that the power supply is operating properly. 9. Reinstall the fan assembly in the power-supply bay. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...

  • Page 35: Cabling The Server

    Cabling the server Notes: 1. You must turn off the server before connecting any cables to or disconnecting any cables from the server. 2. See the documentation that comes with your options for additional cabling instruc- tions. It might be easier for you to route cables before you install certain options. 3.
  • Page 36 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...

  • Page 37: Chapter 3. Server Controls, Indicators, And Power

    Power-control button shield:You can install this circular disk over the power-control button to prevent accidental manual power-off. This disk is provided with your server. Reset button: Press this button to reset the server and run the power-on self-test (POST). © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...
  • Page 38 Diskette-eject button: Press this button to release a diskette from the drive. CD-ROM drive activity LED: When this LED is on, it indicates that the CD-ROM drive is in use. CD-eject button: Press this button to release a CD from the drive. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...

  • Page 39: Rear View

    Rear view Notes: 1. The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware. 2. An amber LED illuminates when a system error or event has occurred. To identify the error or event, check the LEDs on the Light Path Diagnostics panel located on the server, or review the Error Log in the Configuration/Setup Utility program.

  • Page 40: Server Power Features

    Gigabit Ethernet controller can turn on the server. Note: For more detailed information about the PXE option, see the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. For information about the inte- IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...

  • Page 41: Turning Off The Server

    Gigabit Ethernet controller, see the Option Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Complete the following steps to manually turn on the server: 1. Review the information beginning with “Safety” on page v through “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page x.

  • Page 42: Standby Mode

    The ISMP can put the server in Standby mode as an automatic response to a critical system failure. You can also put the server into Standby mode remotely by means of an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter or through connection to an ASM intercon- nect network. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...

  • Page 43: Chapter 4. Configuring Your Server

    The ServerGuide CD includes software setup and installation tools that are specif- ically designed for your IBM server. You can use this CD during the initial installa- tion of your server to configure the server hardware and simplify your network operating system installation.

  • Page 44: Starting The Utility Programs

    Starting the utility programs This section provides the instructions for starting the utility programs. For more detailed information about these utility programs, see the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program The Configuration/Setup Utility program is a menu-driven utility program that is part of the BIOS code that comes with your server.

  • Page 45: Using The Serverguide Cd

    Using the ServerGuide CD The ServerGuide CD provides state-of-the-art programs to detect the server model and hardware options that are installed, configure the server hardware, provide device drivers, and install your network operating system (NOS). Note: If the ServerGuide CD does not start, see “ServerGuide problems” on page 37. 1.
  • Page 46 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...

  • Page 47: Chapter 5. Solving Problems

    If you cannot locate and correct the problem using the information in this section, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD and the “Server Support” flowchart in the front of this booklet.

  • Page 48: Post Error Messages

    PCI adapter are available. 012980xx Data for processor x Download and install the latest system BIOS code level. 012981xx 01298200 Microprocessor speed mismatch Install microprocessors with identical speeds. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...

  • Page 49: Serverguide Problems

    Table 5. Abbreviated list of POST error messages (continued) POST message Failing device or problem found Suggested action I9990305 POST could not find an operating Install your operating system. system. ServerGuide problems Look for the symptom in the left column of the chart. Probable solutions to the problem are in the right column.
  • Page 50 Monitor problems Suggested action Testing Some IBM monitors have their own self-tests. If you suspect a problem with your monitor, see the information that comes with the monitor for adjusting and testing instructions. If you still cannot find the problem, call for service.
  • Page 51 Power problems Suggested action The server does not power on. Verify that: The power cables are properly connected to the server. The electrical outlet functions properly. The type of memory that is installed is correct. If you just installed an option, remove it, and restart the server. If the server now powers on, you might have installed more options than the power supply can support.
  • Page 52 Option problems Suggested action An IBM option that was just Verify that: installed does not work. The server supports the option. See the “Server Support” flowchart for ® information about obtaining ServerProven compatibility information from the World Wide Web. You followed the installation instructions that came with the option.

  • Page 53: 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 chapter contains information about where to go for additional information about IBM and IBM products, what to do if you experience a problem with your xSeries or ®...

  • Page 54: Software Service And Support

    Hardware service and support You can receive hardware service through IBM Integrated Technology Services or through your IBM reseller, if your reseller is authorized by IBM to provide warranty ser- vice. Go to http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/ for support telephone numbers. In the U.S. and Canada, hardware service and support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

  • Page 55: Appendix B. Warranty Information

    Prior to on-site warranty service, you are required to go through problem deter- mination with an IBM service specialist call center technician. A warranty period of 3 years on parts and 1 year on labor means that IBM will provide warranty service without charge for: 1.

  • Page 56: Warranty Service And Support

    • IBM hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by IBM hard- ware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the appli- cable level of service, either on-site or at an IBM service center as determined by IBM.

  • Page 57: Purchasing Additional Services

    Purchasing additional services During and after the warranty period, you can purchase additional services, such as support for IBM and non-IBM hardware, operating systems, and application programs; network setup and configuration; upgraded or extended hardware repair services; and custom installations. Service availability and service name might vary by country or region.

  • Page 58: Ibm Statement Of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000

    IBM in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to Machines you purchase for your use, and not for resale, from IBM or your reseller. The term “Machine” means an IBM machine, its features, conversions, upgrades, elements, or accessories, or any combination of them.
  • Page 59 IBM or your reseller of changes in a Machine's location. IBM is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine while it is 1) in IBM's pos- session or 2) in transit in those cases where IBM is responsible for the transportation charges.

  • Page 60: Part 2 - Country-Unique Terms

    AGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. Governing Law: Both you and IBM consent to the application of the laws of the coun- try in which you acquired the Machine to govern, interpret, and enforce all of your and IBM’s rights, duties, and obligations arising from, or relating in any manner to, the sub-...
  • Page 61 2. as to any other actual damage arising in any situation involving nonperformance by IBM pursuant to, or in any way related to the subject of this Statement of Lim- ited Warranty, IBM’s liability will be limited to the charge paid by you for the individ- ual Machine that is the subject of the claim.
  • Page 62 PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA (PRC) Governing Law: The following replaces this Section: Both you and IBM consent to the application of the laws of the State of New York (except when local law requires otherwise) to govern, interpret, and enforce all your and IBM’s rights, duties, and obligations arising from, or relating in any manner to, the...
  • Page 63 The minimum warranty period for Machines is six months. In case IBM or your reseller is unable to repair an IBM Machine, you can alternatively ask for a partial refund as far as justified by the reduced value of the unrepaired Machine or ask for a cancellation of the respective agreement for such Machine and get your money refunded.
  • Page 64 2. as to any other actual damage arising in all situations involving nonperformance by IBM pursuant to, or in any way related to the subject matter of this Statement of War- ranty, IBM's liability, will be limited to the total amount you paid for the Machine that is the subject of the claim.
  • Page 65 The following item is added to this paragraph: 3. breach of IBM’s obligations implied by Section 12 of the Sale of Goods Act 1979 or Section 2 of the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982.
  • Page 66 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...

  • Page 67: Appendix C. 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.

  • Page 68: Trademarks

    Predictive Failure Analysis Lotus, Lotus Notes, and Domino are trademarks of Lotus Development Corporation and/or IBM Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. Intel, Celeron, LANDesk, MMX, NetBurst, Pentium, Pentium II Xeon, Pentium III Xeon, and Xeon are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both.

  • Page 69: Important Notes

    Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits.IBM is not responsible for any radio or tele- vision interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.

  • Page 70: Industry Canada Class A Emission Compliance Statement

    This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 89/336/EEC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electro- magnetic compatibility. IBM cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a nonrecommended modification of the prod- uct, including the fitting of non-IBM option cards.

  • Page 71: Japanese Voluntary Control Council For Interference (Vcci) Statement

    Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement 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.
  • Page 72 Islands, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Japan, Korea (South), Liberia, Mexico, Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Suriname, Taiwan, Trinidad (West Indies), United States of America, Venezuela IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...

  • Page 73: Index

    3 adapters 6 configuration drives 15 Configuration/Setup Utility 31 power supplies 20 hardware, cabling for 23 hot-swap drive SCSI and RAID programs 31 installing 15 server 31 specifications 2 ServerGuide CD 31 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...
  • Page 74 13 order of installation 13 shuttle assembly 10 specifications 2 reset button 25 supported 12 memory-board assembly removing 13 microprocessor airflow guide 9 SCSI adapter baffle 19 cabling 8, 11 heat sink 19 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...
  • Page 75 installing 10 SCSI and RAID programs 31 SCSI connectors adapter 11 system board 10 SCSISelect Utility program 31, 32 ServerGuide CD 31, 33 error symptoms 37 shield power-control button 25, 28 shutting down the server 29 shuttle assembly removing 10 unlocking 10 size 2 solving problems 35...
  • Page 76 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685:Installation Guide...
  • Page 78 Part Number: 32P0201 Printed in the United States of America 32P 2 1...

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