Chapter 2. Installing Optional Devices; Installation Guidelines - IBM System x3250 Installation Manual

Chapter 2. Installing optional devices

This chapter provides basic instructions for installing optional hardware devices in
the server. These instructions are intended for users who are experienced with
setting up IBM server hardware.

Installation guidelines

Before you install optional devices, read the following information:
v Read the safety information that begins on page v and the guidelines in
v When you install your new server, take the opportunity to download and apply
v Before you install optional hardware devices, make sure that the server is
v Observe good housekeeping in the area where you are working. Place removed
v If you must start the server while the cover is removed, make sure that no one is
v Do not attempt to lift an object that you think is too heavy for you. If you have to
v Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical
v Back up all important data before you make changes to disk drives.
v Have a small flat-blade screwdriver available.
v You do not have to turn off the server to install or replace hot-plug Universal
v Blue on a component indicates touch points, where you can grip the component
v Orange on a component or an orange label on or near a component indicates
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"Handling static-sensitive devices" on page 8. This information will help you work
safely.
the most recent firmware updates. This step will help to ensure that any known
issues are addressed and that your server is ready to function at maximum levels
of performance. To download firmware updates for your server, go to
http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/support/xseries/index.html, select System
x3250 from the Hardware list, click Go, and then click the Download tab. For
additional information about tools for updating, managing, and deploying
firmware, see the System x and xSeries Tools Center at http://
publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp.
working correctly. Start the server, and make sure that the operating system
starts, if an operating system is installed, or that a 19990305 error code is
displayed, indicating that an operating system was not found but the server is
otherwise working correctly. If the server is not working correctly, see Chapter 5,
"Solving problems," on page 29 for diagnostic information.
covers and other parts in a safe place.
near the server and that no tools or other objects have been left inside the
server.
lift a heavy object, observe the following precautions:
– Make sure that you can stand safely without slipping.
– Distribute the weight of the object equally between your feet.
– Use a slow lifting force. Never move suddenly or twist when you lift a heavy
object.
– To avoid straining the muscles in your back, lift by standing or by pushing up
with your leg muscles.
outlets for the server, monitor, and other devices.
Serial Bus (USB) devices.
to remove it from or install it in the server, open or close a latch, and so on.
that the component can be hot-swapped, which means that if the server and
operating system support hot-swap capability, you can remove or install the
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