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  • Page 1 xSeries 255 Type 8685 User's Guide...
  • Page 3 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685 User’s Guide SC32-P020-00...
  • Page 4 31 and Appendix C, “Notices” on page 43. 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 ....33 IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000 ..34 Part 1 - General Terms ..... 34...
  • Page 6 Power cords ......47 Index ......49 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...

  • Page 7: Safety

    Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança. Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad. Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...
  • Page 8 2. First, remove power cords from outlet. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4. Remove all cables from devices. 5. Turn device ON. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s 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 Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam. Class 1 Laser Product Laser Klasse 1 Laser Klass 1 Luokan 1 Laserlaite Appareil A Laser de Classe 1 viii IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...
  • Page 11 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 12 Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...
  • Page 13 Statement 13: DANGER Overloading a branch circuit is potentially a fire hazard and a shock hazard under certain conditions. To avoid these hazards, ensure that your system electrical requirements do not exceed branch circuit protection requirements. Refer to the information that is provided with your device for electrical specifications.
  • Page 14 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1. Introducing The Xseries 255 Type 8685 Server

    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. The machine type and serial number are located on the identification label on the front of the server.

  • Page 16: Related Publications

    ™ ServerGuide CD, and how to get help. In addition to this User’s Guide, the following IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685 documentation is provided with your server: v Installation Guide This printed publication contains setup and installation instructions.

  • Page 17: Features And Specifications

    Features and specifications The following table provides a summary of the features and specifications for your server. Table 1. Features and specifications Microprocessor: Video: Environment: ® ™ v Intel Xeon v ATI RageXL video controller v Air temperature: v 1 MB or 512 KB level-3 cache v Compatible with SVGA and VGA –...

  • Page 18: 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 Documentation CD. Each caution and danger statement is numbered for easy reference to the corresponding statements in the safety book.
  • Page 19 Advanced Setup menu description in “Choices available from the Configuration/Setup Utility main menu” on page 14. v IBM integrated system management processor (ISMP) The integrated system management processor provides environmental monitoring for your server. When environmental conditions exceed thresholds or when ™...

  • Page 20: Reliability, Availability, And Serviceability

    Predictive Failure Analysis (PFA) alerts on microprocessors, memory, voltage regulator modules (VRMs), fans, power supplies, and hard disk drives v Redundant Ethernet capabilities (with optional adapter) 2. Service availability will vary by country. Response time varies; may exclude holidays. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...

  • Page 21: Server Controls And Indicators

    Error Log in the Configuration/Setup Utility program. For complete details about the Light Path Diagnostics panel, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. For more information about the Configuration/Setup Utility program, see “Choices available from the Configuration/Setup Utility main...
  • Page 22 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: User’s Guide...

  • Page 23: Rear View

    Error Log in the Configuration/Setup Utility program. For complete details about the Light Path Diagnostics panel, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. For more information about the Configuration/Setup Utility program, see “Choices available from the Configuration/Setup Utility main...

  • Page 24: Server Power Features

    PXE option is enabled through the Planar Ethernet PXE/DHCP menu choice under Start Options on the Configuration/Setup Utility program menu, the integrated Gigabit Ethernet controller can turn on the server. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...

  • Page 25: Turning Off The Server

    Configuration/Setup Utility main menu” on page 14. For information about the integrated 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 in “Safety” on page v.

  • Page 26: 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 interconnect network. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...

  • Page 27: Chapter 2. Configuring Your Server

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

  • Page 28: Using The Configuration/Setup Utility Program

    Select this choice to view the microprocessor settings, such as identifiers, cache sizes, and speeds. Changes that you make to configuration settings appear on this summary screen. You cannot edit the fields. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...
  • Page 29 This choice appears on both the full and limited Configuration/Setup Utility menus. v System Information Select this choice to display information about your server. Changes that you make on other menus might appear on this summary screen. You cannot edit any fields.
  • Page 30 System Partition visible, set this value to Visible. To make the System Partition invisible, set this value to Hidden. See Chapter 3, “Using the ServerGuide CD” on page 23 for additional information about the System Partition. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...
  • Page 31 Memory feature, you must also install at least one additional memory pair or quad of DIMMs and adhere to special requirements as described in the Option Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. You can also enable the Memory Remapping feature on the Core Chipset Control menu.

  • Page 32: Additional Configuration/Setup Utility Menu Choices

    Select this choice to set a remote-control password. When you set a remote-control password, you can also set the number of failed attempts to enter the correct remote-control password, and the required duration before another attempt can be made. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...

  • Page 33: Using Passwords

    For a list of supported options for your server, go to http://www.ibm.com/us/compat/ on the World Wide Web. To order an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter, contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. Using passwords The System Security choice appears only on the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu.

  • Page 34: Using The Scsiselect Utility Program

    3. When prompted, select either channel A (external) or channel B (internal). 4. Use the arrow keys to select a choice from the menu. v Press Esc to return to the previous menu. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...

  • Page 35: Choices Available From The Scsiselect Menu

    v Press F5 to switch between color and monochrome modes (if your monitor permits). 5. Follow the instructions on the screen to change the settings of the selected items; then, press Enter. Choices available from the SCSISelect menu The following choices appear on the SCSISelect Utility menu: v Configure/View Host Adapter Settings Select this choice to view or change the SCSI controller settings.
  • Page 36 Note: A hard disk typically contains more tracks than its stated capacity (to allow for defective tracks). A message appears on the screen if the defect limit is reached. If this happens, replace the hard disk drive. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...

  • Page 37: Chapter 3. Using The Serverguide Cd

    If a later version of the ServerGuide software is available, you can download a free image of the software, or you can purchase the ServerGuide CD. To download the latest ServerGuide software, see the ServerGuide page on the IBM Support Web site at: http://www.ibm.com/pc/qtechinfo/MIGR-4ZKPPT.html/...

  • Page 38: Features At A Glance

    Creates a System Partition on the Note: Installation requires your NOS default drive. You can run server-specific utility programs after setup. v Detects installed hardware options and provides updated device drivers for most adapters and devices. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...

  • Page 39: Setup And Configuration Overview

    When you use the Setup and Installation CD, you do not need setup diskettes. You can use the CD to configure any supported IBM server model. The setup program checks your system BIOS, service processors, and other system hardware to determine if system updates are available.

  • Page 40: System Partition

    You can modify information on the diskettes as you use them to set up or update other servers. Note: Availability and function can vary by server model and by the hardware that is installed. IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...

  • Page 41: Installing Your Nos Without Serverguide

    ServerGuide program to install your NOS, download the latest NOS installation instructions from the IBM Support Web page at: http://www.ibm.com/pc/support 1. From the Browse the support site drop-down list on the IBM Support Web page, select the brand: Servers. 2. From the Family drop-down list, select your server model.
  • Page 42 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...

  • Page 43: 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 ®...

  • Page 44: Software Service And Support

    Setting up e-mail notification of technical updates about your products 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 45: Appendix B. Warranty Information

    Prior to on-site warranty service, you are required to go through problem determination 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 46: Checking Software

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

  • Page 47: International Warranty Service

    If you travel with your xSeries or IntelliStation system or relocate it to a country or region where your system is sold and serviced by IBM or IBM resellers authorized to perform warranty service, International Warranty Service (IWS) is available during the warranty period.

  • Page 48: Ibm Statement Of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000

    Country-unique Terms. The terms of Part 2 replace or modify those of Part 1. The warranties provided by 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 49 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 possession or 2) in transit in those cases where IBM is responsible for the transportation charges.

  • Page 50: Part 2 - Country-Unique Terms

    “Machine” includes Machine Code and Licensed Internal Code. This limit also applies to IBM’s suppliers and your reseller. It is the maximum for which IBM, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS IBM LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: 1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES (OTHER THAN THOSE UNDER THE FIRST ITEM LISTED ABOVE);...
  • Page 51 Trade Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation and are only limited to the extent permitted by the applicable legislation. Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this Section: Where IBM is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation, IBM’s liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the goods...
  • Page 52 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 Limited Warranty, IBM’s liability will be limited to the charge paid by you for the individual Machine that is the subject of the claim.
  • Page 53 Machine in any of those countries from either (1) an IBM reseller approved to perform warranty service or (2) from IBM. If you purchase an IBM Machine in a Middle Eastern or African country, you may obtain warranty service for that Machine from the IBM entity within the country of...
  • Page 54 IBM with fraud or gross negligence and for express warranty. The following sentence is added to the end of item 2: IBM’s liability under this item is limited to the violation of essential contractual terms in cases of ordinary negligence.
  • Page 55 Services Act 1982. Applicability of suppliers and resellers (unchanged). The following is added to the end of this Section: IBM’s entire liability and your sole remedy, whether in contract or in tort, in respect of any default shall be limited to damages.
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  • Page 57: 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. IBM may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.

  • Page 58: 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, MMX, LANDesk, Pentium, Pentium II Xeon, Pentium III Xeon, and Xeon are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both.

  • Page 59: Electronic Emission Notices

    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 60: Australia And New Zealand Class A 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 61: 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 62 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: User’s Guide...

  • Page 63: Index

    9 diskette system error 8 eject button 8 system power 7 diskette drive activity LED 8 specifications 3 memory specifications 3 memory module eject button specifications 3 CD 8 microprocessor diskette 8 specifications 3 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...
  • Page 64 NOS installation 26 setting up multiple servers 26 Web site 1 using 23 ServerGuide 23 serviceability features 6 weight 3 setting World Wide Web 1 password override switch 19 setting up multiple servers 26 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User’s Guide...
  • Page 66 Part Number: 32P0200 Printed in the United States of America. 32P 2...

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