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  • Page 1 IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228 User’s Guide...
  • Page 3 IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228 User’s Guide...
  • Page 4 Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in “Notices,” on page 65. First Edition (August 2006) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2006. 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

    Viewing the license agreement ....13 Creating an emergency recovery-repair diskette in Windows ..13 Creating an IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette or CD in Windows ..14 Using video features .
  • Page 6 Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement . . . 70 Index ......71 IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: 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. 2006...
  • 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 IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: 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 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 IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...
  • 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 The battery is a lithium ion battery. To avoid possible explosion, do not burn the battery. Exchange it only with the IBM-approved part. Recycle or discard the battery as instructed by local regulations. In the United States, IBM has a process for collection of this battery. For information, call 1-800-426-4333.

  • Page 13: Chapter 1. Introducing The Intellistation Z Pro Computer

    Safety Information This document is in PDF on the IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD. It contains translated caution and danger statements. Each caution and danger statement that appears in the documentation has a number that you can use to locate the corresponding statement in your language in the Safety Information document.

  • Page 14: Notices And Statements In This Document

    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/support/. 2. Under Search technical support, type 9228, and click Search. Notices and statements in this document...

  • Page 15: Features And Specifications

    Features and specifications The following table provides a summary of the features and specifications of the computer. Depending on the model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply. Use the Configuration/Setup Utility program to determine the type and speed of the microprocessor. Table 1.

  • Page 16: What The Computer Offers

    These features include Wake ® on LAN , Remote Administration, IBM Director Agent, and System Migration Assistant. See “Software available on the World Wide Web” on page 6 and “Managing the computer” on page 17 for more information.

  • Page 17: Preinstalled Software

    Important: The Product Recovery Program is on a hidden, hard disk drive partition. Do not delete or otherwise destroy this partition. v IBM Dynamic System Analysis IBM Dynamic System Analysis (DSA) is a system information collection and ™ analysis tool that is used by IBM System x Service and Support personnel to aid in the diagnosis of system problems.

  • Page 18: Software On Cd

    The following software is available from the IBM Web site: v IBM Director Agent You can use IBM Director Agent to view detailed information about the hardware and software, set up alerts, monitor a variety of system resources, and manage your asset security.

  • Page 19: Reliability, Availability, And Serviceability Features

    Reliability, availability, and serviceability features Three important computer design features are reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS). The RAS features help to ensure the integrity of the data that is stored in the computer, the availability of the computer when you need it, and the ease with which you can diagnose and repair problems.
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  • Page 21: Chapter 2. Operating The Computer

    When this LED is lit, it indicates that there is activity between the computer and the network. There are two of these LEDs, one on the front and one on the rear of the computer. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2006...

  • Page 22: Turning On The Computer

    When you connect the computer to power for the first time, the Wake on LAN feature can turn on the computer. If the computer was previously turned on, it must be turned off correctly for the Wake on LAN feature to turn on the computer. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...
  • Page 23 To start the Product Recovery Program in Red Hat Linux, watch the screen until the operating system selection menu is displayed and select IBM Preload Recovery & Diagnostics. To use these features, press the applicable function key or keys quickly. The messages appear for only a short time.

  • Page 24: Using Preinstalled Software

    Device Drivers CD, you can obtain the latest device drivers from http://www.ibm.com/support/. Before installing any operating system, be sure to obtain the latest updates. Contact the operating-system manufacturer or, if applicable, check the manufacturer’s Web site to obtain the updates. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...

  • Page 25: Viewing The License Agreement

    To view the license agreement in Windows XP, complete the following steps: 1. From the Windows XP desktop, click Start → All Programs → Access IBM. 2. Click IBM License Agreement. For Red Hat Linux, when you start the computer, the License Agreement window opens.

  • Page 26: Creating An Ibm Enhanced Diagnostics Diskette Or Cd In Windows

    Floppy Disk). The IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette is a self-starting diagnostics diskette that is used to test hardware components in the computer. You can create only an IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette from the Product Recovery program. You can create an IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette from the Product Recovery program or a CD from the World Wide Web.

  • Page 27: Video Device Drivers

    Video device drivers To use the full capabilities of the graphics adapter in the computer, some operating systems and application programs require custom video device drivers. These device drivers provide greater speed, higher resolution, more available colors, and flicker-free images. Device drivers for the graphics adapter and a readme file with instructions for installing the device drivers are provided on the Device Drivers CD that comes with the computer and in the c:\ibmtools\drivers directory on the hard disk.

  • Page 28: Using Security Features

    When an error is detected, the data on the hard disk can be backed up and the drive replaced. v Virus protection The computer has built-in virus protection that can be enabled through the IBM Configuration/Setup Utility program. Norton AntiVirus for IBM is available on the hard disk.

  • Page 29: Updating System Programs

    IBM Director Agent streamlines and automates personal computer (PC) systems-management and support tasks, such as asset deployment and tracking. These utilities are available for IBM computers at no additional charge, helping to reduce total cost of ownership of networked computers. IBM Director Agent is available from http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/xseries/...

  • Page 30: Shutting Down The Operating System

    You can use IBM Director Agent to view detailed information about the computer hardware and software, set up alerts, monitor a variety of system resources, and manage your asset security. v Wake on LAN A network administrator can use the Wake on LAN feature to turn on the computer from a remote location.
  • Page 31 Some operating systems require an orderly shutdown before you turn off the computer. See the operating-system documentation for information about shutting down the operating system. 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.
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  • Page 33: Chapter 3. Configuring The Computer

    You must press F1 quickly.) If you have set both a user password and an administrator password, you must type the administrator password to access the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2006...

  • Page 34: Configuration/Setup Utility Menu Choices

    This choice is on the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu only. – Remote Console Redirection Select this choice to enable and configure serial remote video and keyboard redirection. – Video Select this choice to view the video information. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...
  • Page 35 v Date and Time Select this choice to set the date and time in the computer, in 24-hour format (hour:minute:second). This choice is on the Configuration/Setup Utility menu only. v System Security Select this choice to set password settings. See “Using passwords” on page 24 for more information about passwords.

  • Page 36: Using Passwords

    Configuration/Setup Utility program. To use the Boot Menu program, complete the following steps: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Restart the computer. 3. Press F12. 4. Select the startup device. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...

  • Page 37: Enabling The Broadcom Netxtreme Gigabit Ethernet Boot Agent

    For device drivers and information about configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controller, see http://www.ibm.com/support/. LSI Logic Configuration Utility program Use the LSI Logic Configuration Utility program to configure and manage redundant array of independent disks (RAID) arrays.

  • Page 38: Using The Lsi Logic Configuration Utility Program

    If you select Raid Properties, SAS Topology, or Advanced Adapter Properties additional screens are displayed. When you have finished changing settings, press Esc to exit from the program; select Save to save the settings that you have changed. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...
  • Page 39 Formatting a SAS hard disk drive Low-level formatting removes all data from the hard disk. If there is data on the disk that you want to save, back up the hard disk before performing this procedure. Note: Before you format a SAS hard disk, make sure that the disk is not part of a mirrored pair.
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  • Page 41: Chapter 4. Installing Options

    This section provides instructions for installing and replacing hardware options in the computer. For a list of supported options for the computer, go to http://www.ibm.com/intellistation/; then, select your country and navigate to the list of options for the computer. Installation guidelines...

  • Page 42: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    Do not place the device on the computer cover or on a metal surface. v Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather. Heating reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...

  • Page 43: Major Components Of The Computer

    Major components of the computer The following illustration shows the major components in the Z Pro Type 9228 computer. Rear adapter- retention bracket EMC shields System board CD-ROM drive Filler Power supply panels Upper bezel Fan sink Lower bezel Drive cage Front adapter- retention bracket Microprocessor...

  • Page 44: System Board Option Connectors

    Microprocessor 1 Mini-PCI-Express Slot 1, PCI-Express x16 (x16) Slot 2, PCI-Express x8 (x4) Slot 3, PCI-Express x16 (x4) Slot 4, PCI-X 64 bit/133MHz Slot 5, PCI-X 64 bit/133MHz Slot 6, PCI 32 bit/33MHz IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...

  • Page 45: System Board Internal Connectors

    System board internal connectors The following illustration shows the internal connectors on the system board. Aux. power 12V D power HDD/Optical power Main power (12VE) Microprocessor 2 12V C power 12V AB power Microprocessor 1 DIMM fan SATA 4 Rear fan SATA 2 SATA 3 SATA 1...

  • Page 46: System Board External Connectors

    The following illustration shows the external input/output connectors on the system board. Mouse / keyboard Serial USB 3 and 4 USB 5 and 6/ IEEE 1394A (FireWire) Ethernet Audio Front USB 0 and 1 IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...

  • Page 47: Removing The Side Cover

    Removing the side cover To remove the side cover of the computer, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page v and “Installation guidelines” on page 29. 2. Turn off the computer and all attached devices (see “Turning off the computer” on page 18);...

  • Page 48: Removing The Two-Piece Bezel

    Press the round blue release button on the upper-right side of the lower bezel. b. Tilt the lower bezel forward; then, lift it up to disengage the bottom tabs from the chassis. Store the bezel for future use. 6. Remove the upper bezel. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...
  • Page 49 Bezel clips a. Carefully pull the two bezel clips on the left side of the upper bezel away from the chassis. b. Rotate the upper bezel to the right side of the computer to disengage the two right-side tabs from the chassis. Store the bezel for future use. For instructions regarding replacing the two-piece bezel (see “Replacing the two-piece bezel”...

  • Page 50: Removing The Dimm Fan Baffle

    4. If any cables are routed through the DIMM fan baffle, remove them before removing the DIMM fan baffle. 5. From inside the chassis, grasp the fan baffle; then, slide it toward the rear of the chassis and remove it. DIMM fan baffle IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...

  • Page 51: Installing An Adapter

    Installing an adapter The following notes describe the types of adapters that the computer supports and other information that you might consider when installing an adapter. See “System board option connectors” on page 32 for an illustration of the adapter slot locations. v Read the documentation that comes with the operating system.
  • Page 52 PCI-X slots 4 and 5, and then PCI slot 6. v The computer comes with integrated IEEE 1394A (FireWire) support. v For a list of supported options for the computer, see http://www.ibm.com/ intellistation/; then, select your country and navigate to the list of options for the computer.
  • Page 53 Adapter guide Attention: Make sure that the adapter is correctly seated in the expansion slot before you turn on the computer. Incomplete installation of an adapter might damage the system or the adapter. 8. Carefully grasp the adapter by the top edge or upper corner and move the adapter directly from the static-protective package to the adapter slot.

  • Page 54: Installing Internal Drives

    A hard disk drive is installed in bay 4. v Diskette drives, tape drives, CD-RW, DVD/CD-RW, and DVD-ROM drives are examples of removable-media drives. You can install removable-media drives in bays 1, 2, and 3 only. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...
  • Page 55 PCI adapter slot cover, in the event that you later remove the drive or adapter. v For a complete list of supported options for the computer, see http://www.ibm.com/intellistation/; then, select your country and navigate to the list of options for the computer.
  • Page 56 6. Use a screwdriver to pry the filler panel and EMC shield away from the computer. EMC shield Filler panel Drive retainer clip Note: If you are installing a drive that contains a laser, observe the following safety precaution. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...
  • Page 57 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 58 Install simple-swap hard disk drives in this sequence: bay 4, bay 5, bay 6, and bay 7. v Bays 4, 5, 6, and 7 are simple-swap bays and do not require cabling. To install a simple-swap hard disk drive, complete the following steps. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...

  • Page 59: Power And Signal Cables For Internal Drives

    1. Read the safety information that begins on page v and “Installation guidelines” on page 29. 2. Turn off the computer and peripheral devices; then, disconnect all external cables and power cords. 3. Unlock the side cover. The bezel will not disengage from the computer if the cover is locked.

  • Page 60: Installing Memory Modules

    DIMMs. These DIMMs must be compatible with the latest PC2-5300 SDRAM, fully buffered DIMM specification. For a list of supported options for the computer, go to http://www.ibm.com/intellistation/; then, select your country and navigate to the list of options for the computer.
  • Page 61 resources. The basic input/output system (BIOS) displays the total amount of installed memory and the amount of configured memory. v The DIMM options that are available for the computer are 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB, which come in matched pairs. The computer supports a minimum of 1GB and a maximum of 32 GB of system memory.
  • Page 62 Number of DIMMs DIMM connections First pair 1, 3 Second pair 5, 7 Third pair 2, 4 Fourth pair 6, 8 The following illustration shows the DIMM connectors on the system board. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...
  • Page 63 DIMM 8 DIMM 7 DIMM 6 DIMM 5 DIMM 4 DIMM 3 DIMM 2 DIMM 1 To install a DIMM, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page v and “Installation guidelines” on page 29. 2.

  • Page 64: Installing A Second Microprocessor

    Read the documentation that comes with the microprocessor to determine whether you must update the computer BIOS code. The most current level of BIOS code for the computer is available from http://www.ibm.com/support/. v To ensure proper computer operation, use microprocessors that have the same cache size and type, and the same clock speed.
  • Page 65 For additional illustrations of the system-board components, see “System board option connectors” on page 32. v To order additional microprocessor options, contact your IBM marketing representative or authorized reseller. v For a list of supported microprocessor options for your computer, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/iserver.html/.
  • Page 66 Squeeze the bladder of the vacuum tool to release the microprocessor from the suction cup. 13. Close the microprocessor bracket frame; then, close the microprocessor retention latch and lock it securely in place. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...

  • Page 67: Replacing The Dimm Fan Baffle

    14. Install the fan sink, see the figure on page 53: a. Make sure that the fan-sink retention lever is in the fully open position. Important: Be careful when handling the microprocessor and fan sink. Do not contaminate the thermal material between them. b.

  • Page 68: Installing A Security Rope Clip

    7. Fasten the cable ends together with a lock. After you add the security cable, make sure that the cable does not interfere with other cables that are connected to the computer. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...

  • Page 69: Replacing The Two-Piece Bezel

    Rope clip If you have other options to install or remove, do so now; otherwise, replace the side cover (see “Replacing the side cover” on page 59). Replacing the two-piece bezel To replace the two-piece bezel, complete the following steps: 1.
  • Page 70 Insert the two bottom tabs on the lower bezel into the matching holes in the front of the chassis. b. Tilt the top of the lower bezel into position on the chassis until the lower bezel locks securely into place. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...

  • Page 71: Replacing The Side Cover

    Replacing the side cover To replace the side cover, complete the following steps: 1. Make sure that all cables, adapters, and other components are installed and seated correctly and that you have removed all work tools or spare parts from inside the computer.

  • Page 72: Input/Output Connectors

    The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of the computer. Mouse Keyboard Serial port USB 4 USB 3 IEEE 1394A (FireWire) USB 6 USB 5 Ethernet Microphone Line out Line in Video The following sections describe these connectors. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...

  • Page 73: Audio Connectors

    Audio connectors Use the audio connectors to connect external audio equipment to the computer. The following illustration shows the audio connectors. Line out Line in (pink) (green) (blue) There are two microphone connectors on the front and one on the rear of the computer.

  • Page 74: Ieee 1394A (Firewire) Connector

    (POST). Serial connectors There is one serial connector on the rear of the computer. Use this connector to connect serial devices. The following illustration shows a serial connector. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...

  • Page 75: Universal Serial Bus Connectors

    Universal Serial Bus connectors There are seven USB 2.0 connectors in the computer, two on the front, four on the rear, and one internal USB connector. Use the USB connectors to connect optional telephony and multimedia devices. USB 2.0 technology transfers data at up to 480 Mbps (megabits per second) with a maximum of 127 external devices, and a maximum signal distance of 5 meters (16 ft) per segment (if the device that is attached to the computer is a USB 2.0 device).
  • Page 76 Models with the NVIDIA Quadro NVS 285 video adapter come with a dual-monitor system-59 (DMS-59) to dual-analog monitor pigtail cable. If you want to set up two digital monitors, you must purchase a separate dual-digital monitor cable. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...

  • Page 77: Appendix. 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 78: Trademarks

    When referring to processor storage, real and virtual storage, or channel volume, KB stands for approximately 1000 bytes, MB stands for approximately 1 000 000 bytes, and GB stands for approximately 1 000 000 000 bytes. IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...

  • Page 79: 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 80: Battery Return Program

    United States, go to http://www.ibm.com/ibm/environment/ products/batteryrecycle.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 81: Electronic Emission Notices

    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 82: 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 B Information Technology Equipment according to CISPR 22/European Standard EN 55022.

  • Page 83: Index

    DIMM retaining clips 52 shutting down 18 diskette turning on 10 drive activity LED 10 configuration programs eject button 10 Boot Menu 21 recovery repair Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet Boot for Windows 13 Agent 21 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2006...
  • Page 84 22 mirrored 49 starting 21 non-mirrored 50 using 21 monitor IBM Director Agent 17 settings 15 IEEE 1394A (FireWire) adapter 40 mouse IEEE 1394A (FireWire) connectors 62 connector pin-assignments 61 IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...
  • Page 85 33 option connectors 32 RAID array system management creating 27 capabilities 4 RAS features 7 IBM Director Agent 17 recovery repair diskette Remote Deployment Manager 18 creating Wake on LAN 18 in Windows 13 system offerings 4 related documentation 1...
  • Page 86 LSI Logic Configuration program 26 passwords 23, 24 video connector 63 device drivers 15 DVI connector 64 features 14 monitor settings 15 video controller 3 specifications 3 Wake on LAN 18 weight 3 IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Type 9228: User’s Guide...
  • Page 88 Part Number: 31R2183 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 31R2183...

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