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IBM 419452u - Servers System X3250 M2 Xeon 3.0ghz Installation Manual

IBM 419452u - Servers System X3250 M2 Xeon 3.0ghz Installation Manual

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Welcome.
Thank you for buying an
IBM server.
Your server
is based on the X-Architecture
technology, and it features
superior performance, availability,
and affordability.
Installation Guide
This server
contains information for setting
up and configuring your server.
For detailed information about
your server, view the publications on
the IBM
System x Documentation
You can also find the most
current information about
your server at
http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/.
Start the server.
Did the server
start correctly?
Yes
Turn off the server
and install options.
Install the server in a rack cabinet
and cable the server and options;
then, restart the server.
Did the server
start correctly?
Yes
Use the IBM
ServerGuide program
to set up and
configure hardware.
Was the
server setup
CD.
completed?
Yes
Use
ServerGuide to
install the operating
system?
Yes
Install applications,
such as IBM systems
management software
and IBM ServeRAID
programs
The server is ready to use.
Go to
http://www.ibm.com/support/mysupport/
to register the server.
No
Go to the Server Support
flow chart on the reverse
side of this page.
No
Go to the Server Support
flow chart on the reverse
side of this page.
No
Go to the Web for instructions:
No
http://www.ibm.com/systems/
support/

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  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    Go to the Web for instructions: your server at ServerGuide to http://www.ibm.com/systems/ http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/. install the operating support/ system? Install applications, such as IBM systems management software and IBM ServeRAID programs The server is ready to use. Go to http://www.ibm.com/support/mysupport/ to register the server.

  • Page 2: Server Support

    Check all cables for loose connections and verify that all optional devices you installed are on the ServerProven list at http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/ serverproven/compat/us/. View information about IBM Support Line at http://www.ibm.com/services/sl/products/ or view support telephone numbers at Is the problem http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/.
  • Page 3 IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194 Installation Guide...
  • Page 4 Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 57 and the Warranty and Support Information document on the IBM System x Documentation CD. Second Edition (March 2008) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2007, 2008. All rights reserved.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1. Introduction ..... . 1 The IBM System x Documentation CD ....2 Hardware and software requirements .
  • Page 6 Hardware service and support ....56 IBM Taiwan product service ....56 Appendix B.

  • 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. 2007, 2008...
  • Page 8 Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this document before you perform the procedures. Read any additional safety information that comes with the server or optional device before you install the device. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...
  • Page 9 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. v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet.
  • Page 10 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 11 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 12 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. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...
  • Page 13 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.
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  • Page 15: Chapter 1. Introduction

    Solving problems If firmware and documentation updates are available, you can download them from the IBM Web site. The server might have features that are not described in the documentation that comes with the server, and the documentation might be updated...

  • Page 16: The Ibm System X Documentation Cd

    SAS hot-swap model with 2.5-inch hard disk drives are also available. This illustration might differ slightly from your hardware. For a list of supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/ servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/. See the Rack Installation Instructions document for complete rack installation and removal instructions.

  • Page 17: Notices And Statements In This Document

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

  • Page 18: Features And Specifications

    Racks are marked in vertical increments of 4.45 cm (1.75 inches). Each increment is referred to as a unit, or “U.” A 1-U-high device is 1.75 inches tall. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...
  • Page 19 ATI ES1000 video on system Approximate heat output in British v Quad core: Xeon 3300 series board thermal units (Btu) per hour: See http://www.ibm.com/servers/ v 16 MB DDR II video memory v Minimum configuration: 341 Btu per eserver/serverproven/compat/us/ for a hour (100 watts) list of supported microprocessors.

  • Page 20: Major Components Of The Server

    The following illustration shows the major components in the server. Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...
  • Page 21 3.5-inch models Riser-card Assembly DIMM Heat-exchanger assembly SAS/SATA controller Heat-exchanger (some models) retention module Microprocessor System board SAS/SATA backplane (some models) Air baffle SATA simple-swap back panel (some models) Fans Power supply CD/DVD interface card Operator information panel assembly CD/DVD drive 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive...
  • Page 22 2.5-inch hard Air baffle disk drive backplane Fans Power supply CD/DVD interface card Operator information panel assembly CD/DVD drive Fans Bezel 2.5-inch drive cage 2.5-inch hard disk drive 2.5-inch filler panel IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...

  • Page 23: System-Board Optional-Device Connectors

    System-board optional-device connectors The following illustration shows the connectors for user-installable optional devices. Other systems-management Riser-card adapter connector connector Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine DIMM 1 connector connector DIMM 2 connector Battery connector DIMM 3 SAS/SATA connector controller SAS/SATA controller card DIMM 4 connector...
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  • Page 25: Chapter 2. Installing Optional Devices

    To download firmware updates for your server, complete the following steps: Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. The actual procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document. 1. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/.

  • Page 26: System Reliability Guidelines

    When you are finished working on the server, reinstall all safety shields, guards, labels, and ground wires. v For a list of supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/ servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/. System reliability guidelines...

  • Page 27: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    v Do not allow your necktie or scarf to hang inside the server. v Remove jewelry, such as bracelets, necklaces, rings, and loose-fitting wrist watches. v Remove items from your shirt pocket, such as pens and pencils, that might fall into the server as you lean over it.

  • Page 28: Installing A Memory Module

    DIMMs must be installed as the first pair (in DIMM connectors 1 and 3). v When you restart the server after you add or remove a DIMM, a message is displayed indicating that the memory configuration has changed. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...

  • Page 29: Installing A Hard Disk Drive

    To install a DIMM, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page v and “Installation guidelines” on page 11. 2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cord and all external cables. Remove the cover. Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM connectors, open, and close the clips gently.

  • Page 30: Installing A Simple-Swap Serial Ata Hard Disk Drive

    2. Make sure that the server cover is in place and fully closed. 3. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cord and all external cables. 4. Remove the filler panel from the bay. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...

  • Page 31: Installing A Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive

    5. Pull the loops of the tray toward each other and slide the drive into the server until the drive connects to the back panel. 6. Insert the filler panel into the bay to cover the drive. Notes: 1. If a RAID controller or adapter is installed, you might have to reconfigure the disk arrays after you install hard disk drives.

  • Page 32: Installing An Adapter

    SlimLine” on page 22. v The server uses a rotational interrupt technique to configure PCI Express adapters so that you can install PCI Express adapters that do not support sharing of interrupts. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...
  • Page 33 ServeRAID-MR10i controller supports the 2.5-inch hard disk drives without modification. v An optional IBM SAS HBA Controller adapter enables you to connect external storage devices, such as SAS or SATA hard disk drives or tape drives, to a simple-swap SATA model server.
  • Page 34 This maintains the electronic emissions characteristics of the server and ensures proper cooling of server components. 6. Follow the instructions that come with the adapter to set any jumpers or switches. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...
  • Page 35 Attention: When you install an adapter, make sure that it is completely and correctly seated in the expansion slot in the riser card. Incomplete insertion might cause damage to the riser card, system board, or the adapter when you turn on the server. 7.

  • Page 36: Installing A Remote Supervisor Adapter Ii Slimline

    2. Earlier versions of the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine might not work in this server. See http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/ for information about the supported Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine versions. To install a Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine, complete the following steps. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...
  • Page 37 Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine Mounting bracket Mounting bracket retention latch Mounting bracket 1. Read the safety information that begins on page v and “Installation guidelines” on page 11. 2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cord and all external cables.

  • Page 38: Completing The Installation

    See the documentation that comes with the rack cabinet for more information. 3. Connect the cables and power cords. See “Connecting the cables” on page 25 for more information. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...

  • Page 39: Installing The Cover

    4. Update the server configuration. See “Updating the server configuration” on page 26 for more information. Installing the cover To install the cover, place it into position and slide it forward. Connecting the cables The following illustrations show the locations of the input and output connectors on the front and rear of the server.

  • Page 40: Updating The Server Configuration

    RAID adapter for information about reconfiguring the disk arrays. For information about configuring the integrated Gigabit Ethernet controllers, see the User’s Guide. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...

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

    Locator LED: This LED can be lit remotely by the system administrator to aid in visually locating the server. You can use IBM Director to light this LED remotely. System-error LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that a system error has occurred.

  • Page 42: Rear View

    (the baseboard management controller), such as a remote request to turn on the server. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...

  • Page 43: Turning On The Server

    Turning on the server Approximately 20 seconds after the server is connected to ac power, the power-control button becomes active, and one or more fans might start running to provide cooling while the server is connected to power. You can turn on the server and start the operating system by pressing the power-control button.
  • Page 44 The integrated systems-management processor (mini-BMC) can turn off the server as an automatic response to a critical system failure. v You can turn off the server through a request from the service processor. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...

  • Page 45: 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 the server to configure basic hardware features and to simplify the operating-system installation.

  • Page 46: Using The Configuration/Setup Utility Program

    Configuration/Setup Utility menu. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. See the User's Guide that is on the IBM System x Documentation CD for more information about using the Configuration/Setup Utility program. Using the LSI Logic Configuration Utility program Use the LSI Logic Configuration Utility program to configure hot-swap hard disk drives that are connected to the SAS/SATA controller.

  • Page 47: Using The Baseboard Management Controller

    3. Use the arrow keys to select the adapter (SAS controller) for which you want to change settings. Use the Help function to see instructions and available actions for this screen. If you select SAS Topology or Advanced Adapter Properties, additional screens are displayed.
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  • Page 49: Chapter 5. Solving Problems

    If you cannot locate and correct a problem by using the information in this chapter, see Appendix A, “Getting help and technical assistance,” on page 55, the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD, and the “Server Support” flowchart in the front of this document.

  • Page 50: Post Error Codes

    POST error codes The following table provides an abbreviated list of the error codes that might appear during POST. See the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD for more information about the POST error codes. To check for updated technical information, go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/,...
  • Page 51 Table 4. Abbreviated list of POST error codes (continued) 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).
  • Page 52 A PCI adapter requested a Run the Configuration/Setup Utility resource that is not available. program and make sure that the resources that are needed by the PCI adapter are available. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...
  • Page 53 Table 4. Abbreviated list of POST error codes (continued) 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).
  • Page 54 (see the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD). 2. (Trained service technician only) Reseat the microprocessor. 3. (Trained service technician only) Replace the microprocessor. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...
  • Page 55 Table 4. Abbreviated list of POST error codes (continued) 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).
  • Page 56 3 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time. I9990650 AC power has been restored. 1. Check the power cables. 2. Check for interruption of the power supply. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...

  • Page 57: 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 System x Documentation CD for more detailed troubleshooting information. If you cannot find a problem in these tables, run the diagnostic programs (see “Running the diagnostic programs”...

  • Page 58: General Problems

    A hard disk drive passes the See “Solving undetermined problems” in the Problem Determination and Service diagnostic test, but the problem Guide. remains. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...

  • Page 59: Intermittent 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 All or some keys on the 1. See http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/ for keyboard keyboard do not work. compatibility. 2. Make sure that: v The keyboard cable is securely connected.
  • Page 60 The USB mouse or USB 1. Make sure that: pointing device does not work. v The mouse is compatible with the server. See http://www.ibm.com/servers/ eserver/serverproven/compat/us/. v The mouse or pointing-device USB cable is securely connected to the server, and the device drivers are installed correctly.

  • Page 61: 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 the Problem Determination and Service Guide to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).

  • Page 62: Monitor Problems

    Monitor problems Some IBM monitors have their own self-tests. If you suspect a problem with your monitor, see the documentation that comes with the monitor for instructions for testing and adjusting the monitor. v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved.
  • Page 63 To prevent diskette drive read/write errors, make sure that the distance between the monitor and any external diskette drive is at least 76 mm (3 in.). b. Non-IBM monitor cables might cause unpredictable problems. 2. Reseat the following components: v Monitor cable v Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine (if one is installed) 3.

  • Page 64: Optional-Device Problems

    An IBM optional device that was 1. Make sure that: just installed does not work. v The device is designed for the server (see http://www.ibm.com/servers/ eserver/serverproven/compat/us/). v You followed the installation instructions that came with the device and the device is installed correctly.

  • Page 65: 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 the Problem Determination and Service Guide to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).

  • Page 66: Serial-Device Problems

    2. Make sure that the hard disk drive is connected correctly. operating system cannot be 3. Make sure that the hard disk drive cables are securely connected. installed. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...

  • Page 67: 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 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 68: Universal Serial Bus (Usb) Device Problems

    3. If you are using a USB hub, disconnect the USB device from the hub and connect it directly to the server. Video problems See “Monitor problems” on page 48. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...

  • Page 69: 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 section contains information about where to go for additional information about IBM and IBM products, what to do if you experience a problem with your system, and whom to call for service, if it is necessary.

  • Page 70: Software Service And Support

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

  • Page 71: 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 72: Important Notes

    Maximum internal hard disk drive capacities assume the replacement of any standard hard disk drives and population of all hard disk drive bays with the largest currently supported drives that are available from IBM. IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...

  • Page 73: 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 might differ from its retail version (if available) and might not include user manuals or all program functionality.

  • Page 74: Battery Return Program

    United States, go to http://www.ibm.com/ibm/environment/ products/index.shtml or contact your local waste disposal facility. In the United States, IBM has established a return process for reuse, recycling, or proper disposal of used IBM sealed lead acid, nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride, and battery packs from IBM equipment.
  • Page 75 For proper collection and treatment, contact your local IBM representative. For California: Perchlorate material – special handling may apply. See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/ hazardouswaste/perchlorate/.

  • Page 76: German Ordinance For Work Gloss Statement

    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 television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.

  • Page 77: European Union Emc Directive Conformance Statement

    IBM cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a nonrecommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM option cards. This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A Information Technology Equipment according to CISPR 22/European Standard EN 55022.

  • Page 78: Japanese Voluntary Control Council For Interference (Vcci) Statement

    Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement Korean Class A warning statement IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...

  • Page 79: Index

    15 SCSI supported 5 See SAS display problems 48 Serial ATA 16 documentation CD 2 hardware service and support 56 drives 5 heat output 5 DVD drive problems 43 help, getting 55 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2007, 2008...
  • Page 80 5 electronic emission 62 simple-swap hard disk drives, installing 16 FCC, Class A 62 serial connector 28 notices and statements 3 serial port problems 52 serial-attached SCSI See SAS IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...
  • Page 81 ServerGuide error symptoms 52 features 31 using 31 simple-swap Serial ATA hard disk drive 16 size 5 slot locations, PCI Express 9 slots 5 software problems 53 software service and support 56 solving problems 35 specifications 4 Standby mode 28 statements and notices 3 support, web site 55 system board connectors 9...
  • Page 82 IBM System x3250 M2 Types 4190 and 4194: Installation Guide...
  • Page 84 Part Number: 44R5194 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 44R5194...

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