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  • Page 1 System x3630 M4 Type 7158 Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 3 System x3630 M4 Type 7158 Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 4 Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 125, the IBM Safety Information and Environmental Notices and User Guide documents on the IBM Documentation CD, and the Warranty Information document.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Instructions for IBM Business Partners ....25 How to send DSA data to IBM ....26 Server components .
  • Page 6 Hardware service and support ....123 IBM Taiwan product service ....123 Appendix B.
  • Page 7 Australia and New Zealand Class A statement ... . 129 European Union EMC Directive conformance statement ..129 Germany Class A statement ....129 VCCI Class A statement .
  • Page 8 System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 9: 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. 2012...
  • Page 10 System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 11 Important: Each caution and danger statement in this document is labeled with a number. This number is used to cross reference an English-language caution or danger statement with translated versions of the caution or danger statement in the Safety Information document. For example, if a caution statement is labeled “Statement 1,”...
  • Page 12 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. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 13 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 14 Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following. Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 15 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 16 Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted devices. This server is suitable for use on an IT power-distribution system whose maximum phase-to-phase voltage is 240 V under any distribution fault condition. Statement 27: System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 17 CAUTION: Hazardous moving parts are nearby. Safety...
  • Page 18 System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 19: Chapter 1. The System X3630 M4 Type 7158 Server

    ® This Installation and User's Guide contains instructions for setting up your IBM System x3630 M4 Type 7158 server, instructions for installing optional devices, and instructions for starting and configuring the server. For diagnostic and troubleshooting information, see the Problem Determination and Service Guide that is on the IBM Documentation CD.

  • Page 20: The Ibm Documentation Cd

    If firmware and documentation updates are available, you can download them from the IBM website. The server might have features that are not described in the documentation that comes with the server, and the documentation might be updated occasionally to include information about those features, or technical updates might be available to provide additional information that is not included in the server documentation.

  • Page 21: Hardware And Software Requirements

    Hardware and software requirements The IBM Documentation CD requires the following minimum hardware and software: v Microsoft Windows XP, Windows 2000, or Red Hat Linux v 100 MHz microprocessor v 32 MB of RAM v Adobe Acrobat Reader 3.0 (or later) or xpdf, which comes with Linux operating...

  • Page 22: Related Documentation

    1. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/. 2. Under Product support, click System x. 3. Under Popular links, click Publications lookup. 4. From the Product family menu, select System x3630 M4 and click Continue. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 23: Notices And Statements In This Document

    2. The noise emission level stated is the declared (upper limit) sound power level, in bels, for a random sample of machines. All measurements are made in accordance with ISO 7779 and reported in conformance with ISO 9296. Chapter 1. The System x3630 M4 Type 7158 server...
  • Page 24 Express x8 slot, x8 link speed and Note: In messages and documentation, one low-profile PCIe3.0 Express x8 the term service processor refers to the slot, x8 link speed integrated management module II (IMM2). System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 25: What Your Server Offers

    Integrated Management Module II The integrated management module II (IMM2) is the second generation of the IMM. The IMM2 is the common management controller for IBM System x hardware. The IMM2 consolidates multiple management functions in a single chip on the server system board.
  • Page 26 – Event logs for ServeRAID controllers and service processors The diagnostic programs create a merged log that includes events from all collected logs. The information is collected into a file that you can send to IBM service and support. Additionally, you can view the information locally through a generated text report file.
  • Page 27 Light path diagnostics provides LEDs to help you diagnose problems. For more information about the light path diagnostics, see “Light path diagnostics panel” on page 16 and the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD.

  • Page 28: Reliability, Availability, And Serviceability Features

    IBM Systems Director. For more information, including the required levels of IBM Systems Director and Active Energy Manager, see the IBM Systems Director documentation on the IBM Systems Director CD, or see http://www.ibm.com/ servers/systems/management/director/resources/.

  • Page 29: Ibm Systems Director

    A set of common tasks that are included with IBM Systems Director provides many of the core capabilities that are required for basic management, which means instant out-of-the-box business value.

  • Page 30: The Updatexpress System Pack Installer

    Updating installed plug-ins to add new features and functions to the base capabilities v Managing the life cycles of virtual resources For more information about IBM Systems Director, see the IBM Systems Director Information Center at http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/director/v6r1x/ index.jsp?topic=/director_6.1/fqm0_main.html and the Systems Management web page at http://www.ibm.com/systems/management/, which presents an overview of...
  • Page 31 8 hot-swap hard-disk drive configuration with optical drive: 8 hot-swap hard-disk drive configuration with tape drive: 8 simple-swap hard-disk drive configuration with optical drive: 8 simple-swap hard-disk drive configuration with tape drive: Chapter 1. The System x3630 M4 Type 7158 server...

  • Page 32: Operator Information Panel

    DVD drive is in use. Operator information panel Note: Based on the server configuration, the operator information panel may be located in the media cage or on the side of the server. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 33 A system-locator LED is also on the rear of the server. This LED is used as a presence detection button as well. You can use IBM Systems Director or IMM2 web interface to light this LED remotely. This LED is controlled by the IMM2.

  • Page 34: Light Path Diagnostics Panel

    Then pull down on the panel, so that you can view the light path diagnostics panel information. The following illustration shows the LEDs and controls on the light path diagnostics panel. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 35: Rear View

    The following shows the connectors on the rear of the server. The server configuration may be of the following two: Illustration when no rear hard disk drive is installed in server. The PCI riser card assembly for this server configuration is 2U. Chapter 1. The System x3630 M4 Type 7158 server...
  • Page 36 Illustration when two additional rear hot-swap hard disk drive is installed in server. The PCI riser card assembly for this server configuration is 1U. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 37 Meanwhile, the Ethernet 2, Ethernet 3 and Ethernet 4 connectors are used to connect to the production network. See “Using the Setup utility” on page 99 for more information. PCI slot connectors: Chapter 1. The System x3630 M4 Type 7158 server...
  • Page 38 It allows you to blue screen the server and take a memory dump (use this button only when directed by the IBM service support). You might have to use a pen or the end of a straightened paper clip to press the button.
  • Page 39 System-locator LED: Use this LED to visually locate the server among other servers. You can use IBM Systems Director or IMM2 web interface to light this LED remotely. System-error LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that a system error has occurred.
  • Page 40 For more information about solving power-supply problems, see the Problem Determination and Service Guide. The following table describes the problems that are indicated by various combinations of the power-supply LEDs and suggested actions to correct the detected problems. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 41: Server Power Features

    The server can also be turned on in any of the following ways: v If a power failure occurs while the server is turned on, the server will restart automatically when power is restored. Chapter 1. The System x3630 M4 Type 7158 server...

  • Page 42: Turning Off The Server

    4 seconds to turn off the server. v The IMM2 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 IMM2. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 43: Chapter 2. Installing Optional Devices

    2. Shut down and restart the server multiple times to ensure that the server is correctly configured and functions correctly with the newly installed devices. 3. Save the DSA log as a file and send it to IBM. For information about transferring data and logs, see http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/ index.jsp?topic=/dsa/dsa_main.html.

  • Page 44: How To Send Dsa Data To Ibm

    Before you send diagnostic data to IBM, read the terms of use at http://www.ibm.com/de/support/ecurep/terms.html. You can use any of the following methods to send diagnostic data to IBM: v Standard upload: http://www.ibm.com/de/support/ecurep/send_http.html v Standard upload with the system serial number: http://www.ecurep.ibm.com/ app/upload_hw v Secure upload: http://www.ibm.com/de/support/ecurep/send_http.html#secure...
  • Page 45 Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware. Chapter 2. Installing optional devices...

  • Page 46: System-Board Internal Connectors

    System-board internal connectors The following illustration shows the internal connectors on the system board. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 47: System-Board Dimm Connectors

    System-board DIMM connectors The following illustration shows the DIMM connectors on the system board. System-board external connectors The following illustration shows the external input/output connectors on the system board. Chapter 2. Installing optional devices...

  • Page 48: System-Board Jumpers

    This can cause an unpredictable problem. Important: 1. Before you change any switch settings or move any jumpers, turn off the server; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables. (Review the information in System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 49: System-Board Leds

    “Safety” on page vii, “Installation guidelines” on page 35, “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 37, and “Turning off the server” on page 24.) 2. Any system-board switch or jumper blocks that are not shown in the illustrations in this document are reserved. System-board LEDs The following illustration shows the light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the system board.

  • Page 50: Pci Riser-Card Adapter Expansion Slot Connectors

    PCIe3 x aa (b, c, d, e) where: aa = Physical connector link width b, c, d, e = Negotiable link width Type 1 PCI riser card Type 2 PCI riser card System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 51 Type 3 PCI riser card Type 4 PCI riser card Type 5 PCI riser card Chapter 2. Installing optional devices...
  • Page 52 Type 6 PCI riser card Type 7 PCI riser card Type 8 PCI riser card System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 53: Installation Guidelines

    2. Under Product support, click System x. 3. Under Popular links, click Software and device drivers. 4. Click System x3630 M4 to display the matrix of downloadable files for the server. For additional information about tools for updating, managing, and deploying firmware, see the System x and BladeCenter Tools Center at http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp.

  • Page 54: 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/ systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/.. System reliability guidelines...

  • Page 55: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    The server supports hot-plug, hot-add, and hot-swap devices and is designed to operate safely while it is turned on and the cover is removed. Follow these guidelines when you work inside a server that is turned on: v Avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing on your forearms. Button long-sleeved shirts before working inside the server;...

  • Page 56: Internal Cable Routing And Connectors

    Likewise, the cable marked with a SAS 0 sticker is attached to SAS/SATA 0 connector on the system board. The following illustration shows the hardware ServeRAID cabling information for twelve 3.5-inch hot-swap drive backplane assemblies: System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 57 The following illustration shows the hardware ServeRAID cabling information for eight 3.5-inch hot-swap drive backplane assemblies: Chapter 2. Installing optional devices...
  • Page 58 The following illustration shows the software ServeRAID cabling information for eight 3.5-inch simple-swap drive backplate assemblies: System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 59 The following illustration shows the software ServeRAID cabling information for four 3.5-inch simple-swap drive backplate assemblies: Chapter 2. Installing optional devices...
  • Page 60 The following illustrations show the cabling information for the optional CD/DVD SATA drive: System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 61 The following illustrations show the cabling information for the power paddle card: Chapter 2. Installing optional devices...

  • Page 62: Removing The Server Top Cover

    “Turning off the server” on page 24). 3. If the server has been installed in a rack, loosen the two thumbscrews on the front of the server and remove the server out of the rack enclosure. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 63 Attention: v Two or more people are required to remove the system from a rack cabinet. v To completely remove the server from the rack, press the latches on the sides on the slide rails. 4. Loosen the two thumbscrews that secure the cover to the chassis. 5.

  • Page 64: Rotating The Optional Hot-Swap Rear Hard Disk Drive Cage Up

    6. Grasp the front and rear of the PCI riser-card assembly at the blue touch-points and lift it out of the PCI riser connector on the system board. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 65 For 2U riser cards: Chapter 2. Installing optional devices...
  • Page 66 For 1U riser cards: System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 67: Removing The Air Baffle

    Removing the air baffle When you work with some optional devices, you must first remove the air baffle to access some components or connectors on the system board. The following illustration shows how to remove the air baffle. To remove the air baffle, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 68: Removing A Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive

    3. Grasp the handle and pull the hot-swap drive assembly out of the drive bay. Note: You might have to reconfigure the disk arrays after you remove a hard disk drive. See the RAID documentation on the IBM ServeRAID Support CD for information about RAID controllers.

  • Page 69: Removing An Adapter From The Pci Riser-Card Assembly

    If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 89. Removing an adapter from the PCI riser-card assembly To remove an adapter from a PCI expansion slot, complete the following steps: 1.
  • Page 70 To remove a adapter, lower the retention latch down to the open position. b. Carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge or upper corners, and pull it from the PCI riser-card assembly. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 71: Removing A Serveraid Adapter From The Pci Riser-Card Assembly

    v For 1U PCI riser-card assembly 2: Note: For 1U PCI riser-card assembly 2, it only supports ServeRAID adapters (see “Removing a ServeRAID adapter from the PCI riser-card assembly”). 8. Place the adapter on a flat, static-protective surface. 9. If you are instructed to return the adapter, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.

  • Page 72: Installing A Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive

    SAS/SATA hard disk drives or fourteen 3.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA hard disk drives (for this configuration two 3.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA hard disk drives are located at the rear of the server). System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 73 Note: You might have to reconfigure the disk arrays after you install hard disk drives. See the RAID documentation on the IBM ServeRAID Support CD for information about RAID controllers. If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation”...

  • Page 74: Installing A Simple-Swap Hard Disk Drive

    5. Gently push the drive assembly into the drive bay until the drive clicks into place. 6. Reinstall the filler panel that you removed. 7. Turn on the peripheral devices and the server. Installing an optional hot-swap rear hard disk drive cage System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 75 Note: Fan connector 4 and Fan connector 5 are currently reserved for future possible use with the rear hard disk drives. To install the optional rear hot-swap hard disk drive cage, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 35.
  • Page 76 3 . 11. Close the latches on the chassis. 12. Remove the power cable that currently connects the hot-swap hard disk drive backplane in the server to the power-paddle card. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 77 13. Connect the LED signal, SATA signal and power cables to the hot-swap backplane from the option package. 14. Insert the hot-swap backplane onto the rear hard disk drive cage (see “Installing the hot-swap backplane on the optional rear hard disk drive cage” on page 69).
  • Page 78 17. Connect the other end of the SATA signal and power cables to the power paddle card and hot-swap hard disk drive backplane in the server. Make sure the labels of both connectors are matched. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 79: Installing An Adapter On The Pci Riser-Card Assembly

    To confirm that server supports the adapter that you are installing, see http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/.. v Locate the documentation that comes with the adapter and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this section.
  • Page 80 Rotate the retention latch to the close position. Make sure the retention latch engages the adapter securely; then, push in the release pin to lock the retention latch in place. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 81 v For 1U PCI riser-card assembly 1: a. Rotate the retention latch to the open position. Insert the adapter into the PCI riser-card assembly, aligning the edge connector on the adapter with the connector on the PCI riser-card assembly. Press the edge of the connector firmly into the PCI riser-card assembly.

  • Page 82: Installing A Serveraid Adapter On The Pci Riser-Card Assembly

    3. If you are installing a new or replacement ServeRAID adapter, touch the static-protective package that contains the new ServeRAID adapter to any unpainted metal surface on the server. Then, remove the ServeRAID adapter from the package. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 83 4. If you are installing a new or replacement ServeRAID adapter that uses a battery, complete the following steps: a. Remove the battery from the ServeRAID adapter package or the battery package. b. Install the battery and connect the battery to the ServeRAID controller as instructed in the documentation that comes with the ServeRAID controller or the battery, or see “Installing a ServeRAID adapter battery on the remote battery tray”...

  • Page 84: Installing A Serveraid Adapter Battery On The Remote Battery Tray

    RAID battery tray. If the battery comes with a battery carrier, ensure that battery carrier posts align with the rings on the battery mounting slot so that the battery carrier is secure in the slot. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 85 b. Push the battery retention clip back to its vertical position until it snaps into place, thereby securing the battery. 5. Connect the remote battery cable to the remote battery cable connector on the ServeRAID adapter. Route the remote battery cable in the server as shown in the following illustration.
  • Page 86 Make sure that the cable is not pinched and does not cover any connectors or obstruct any components on the system board. If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 89. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 87: Installing The Hot-Swap Backplane On The Optional Rear Hard Disk Drive Cage

    Installing the hot-swap backplane on the optional rear hard disk drive cage To install the hot-swap backplane for the optional rear hard disk drive cage, complete the following steps. 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 35.

  • Page 88: Installing A System Fan

    6. Remove the PCI riser-card assembly (see “Removing the PCI riser-card assembly” on page 46). 7. Remove the air baffle (see “Removing the air baffle” on page 49). 8. Installing Fan 1A: System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 89: Installing A Memory Module

    DIMMs: v To confirm that the server supports the DIMM that you are installing, see http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/. for a list of supported memory modules for the server. v When you install or remove DIMMs, the server configuration information changes.
  • Page 90 Memory sparing provides less redundancy than memory mirroring does. If a predetermined threshold of correctable errors is reached, the contents of the failing DIMM are copied to the spare memory, and System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 91 the failing DIMM or rank is disabled. To enable memory sparing through the Setup utility, select System Settings > Memory. v The server system board supports a minimum of 2 GB and a maximum of 384 GB of system memory. Note: The amount of usable memory is reduced depending on the system configuration.

  • Page 92: Dimm Installation Sequence

    Channel 3 5, 6 Table 7. DIMM connectors on each memory channel Microprocessor Memory channel DIMM connectors Channel 1 7, 8 Microprocessor 2 Channel 2 9, 10 Channel 3 11, 12 System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 93: Memory Mirroring

    Memory mirroring Memory-mirroring mode replicates and stores data on two pairs of DIMMs within two channels simultaneously. If a failure occurs, the memory controller switches from the primary pair of memory DIMMs to the backup pair of DIMMs. You must enable memory mirroring through the Setup utility.

  • Page 94: Installing A Dimm

    7. Carefully flip open the retaining clip on each end of the DIMM connector. Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM connectors, open and close the clips gently. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 95 8. Touch the static-protective package that contains the DIMM to any unpainted metal surface on the server. Then, remove the DIMM from the package. 9. Turn the DIMM so that the DIMM keys align correctly with the connector. 10. Insert the DIMM into the connector by aligning the edges of the DIMM with the slots at the end of the DIMM connector.

  • Page 96: Installing A Second Microprocessor

    2. Under Product support, click System x. 3. Under Popular links, click Software and device drivers. 4. Click System x3630 M4 to display the matrix of downloadable files for the server. v (Optional) Obtain an SMP-capable operating system. For a list of supported operating systems and optional devices, see http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/...
  • Page 97 v The microprocessor speeds are automatically set for this server; therefore, you do not have to set any microprocessor frequency-selection jumpers or switches. v If you have to replace a microprocessor, call for service. v If the thermal-grease protective cover (for example, a plastic cap or tape liner) is removed from the heat sink, do not touch the thermal grease on the bottom of the heat sink or set down the heat sink.
  • Page 98 Remove the microprocessor dust cover and store it in a safe place. d. Close the microprocessor bracket frame. e. Close the microprocessor release lever by pressing down on the end, moving it back under the release lever holder underneath the microprocessor bracket. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 99 Touching the thermal grease will contaminate it. If the thermal grease is contaminated, call IBM service and support to request a replacement thermal grease kit. For information about installing the replacement thermal grease, see “Thermal grease”...
  • Page 100 If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 89. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 101: Thermal Grease

    Thermal grease The thermal grease must be replaced whenever the heat sink has been removed from the top of the microprocessor and is going to be reused or when debris is found in the grease. To replace damaged or contaminated thermal grease on the microprocessor and heat exchanger, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 102: Installing A Hot-Swap Power Supply

    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. Statement 8: System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 103 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 104 10. If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 89. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 105: Installing A Usb Hypervisor Memory Key

    Installing a USB hypervisor memory key Hypervisor is a virtualization platform that enables multiple operating systems to run on a host computer at the same time. Support for hypervisor is available with the purchase and installation of an optional USB hypervisor memory key, with embedded hypervisor software.
  • Page 106 “Completing the installation” on page 89. Note: You must configure the server to boot from the hypervisor USB drive. See Chapter 3, “Configuring the server,” on page 95 for information about enabling the embedded hypervisor. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 107: Completing The Installation

    Completing the installation To complete the installation, complete the following steps: 1. If you removed the air baffle, install it (see “Installing the air baffle” on page 90). 2. If you removed the PCI riser-card assemblies, replace the riser-card assemblies (see “Installing the PCI riser-card assembly”...

  • Page 108: Installing The Air Baffle

    3. Reinstall any adapters and reconnect any internal cables that you removed in other procedures. 4. Align the PCI riser-card assembly with the alignment pin and the guide rails on the chassis. For 2U riser card assemblies: System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 109 Chapter 2. Installing optional devices...
  • Page 110 PCI connectors on the system board. Attention: Make sure that the cables are not pinched. If you have other devices to install, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 89. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 111: Rotating The Optional Hot-Swap Rear Hard Disk Drive Cage Down

    Rotating the optional hot-swap rear hard disk drive cage down Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 35. To rotate the optional hot-swap hard disk drive cage down, complete the following steps. 1. Shift the switch on the rear hard disk drive cage to the unlock position 1 . 2.

  • Page 112: Updating The Server Configuration

    RAID adapter for information about reconfiguring the disk arrays. For information about configuring the integrated Gigabit Ethernet controller, see “Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controller” on page 110. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 113: Chapter 3. Configuring The Server

    The firmware for the server is periodically updated and is available for download from the IBM website. To check for the latest level of firmware, such as UEFI firmware, vital product data (VPD) code, device drivers, and integrated management module firmware, go to http://www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral/ .

  • Page 114: Configuring The Server

    However, you will still be able to access the web interface without the Integrated Management Module Advanced Upgrade. You can order the optional IBM Integrated Management Module Advanced Upgrade, if one did not come with your server.

  • Page 115: Using The Serverguide Setup And Installation Cd

    Device drivers that are provided for your server model and detected hardware v Operating-system partition size and file-system type that are selectable during setup Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM website. The actual procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document. ServerGuide features Features and functions can vary slightly with different versions of the ServerGuide program.

  • Page 116: Setup And Configuration Overview

    When you use the ServerGuide 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 provides a list of tasks that are required to set up your server model.

  • Page 117: Using The Setup Utility

    Installing your operating system without using ServerGuide If you have already configured the server hardware and you are not using the ServerGuide program to install your operating system, go to http://www.ibm.com/ supportportal/ to download the latest operating-system installation instructions from the IBM website.
  • Page 118 Choosing I/O sensitive will get higher I/O bandwidth while expansion cards are used. Choosing Balanced will allow enough frequency for workload while the microprocessor cores are idle. – Operating Modes System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 119 Select this choice to view or change the operating profile (performance and power utilization). This choice specify a preset operating mode to configure the server for maximum power savings, maximum efficiency, and maximum performance. - Choose Operating Mode Select the operating mode based on your preference. Power savings and performance are also highly dependent on hardware and software running on the system.
  • Page 120 IP address; save the network changes; and reset the IMM. - Reset IMM to Defaults Select this choice to view or reset IMM to the default settings. - Reset IMM Select this choice to reset the IMM settings. – Recovery System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 121 Run the diagnostic programs to get more information about error codes that occur. See the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD for instructions for running the diagnostic programs. Important: If the system-error LED on the front of the server is lit but there are no other error indications, clear the IMM2 system-event log.
  • Page 122 A system administrator who types the administrator password has access to the full Setup utility menu; the system administrator can give the user authority to System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 123: Using The Boot Manager Program

    Start the Setup utility and reset the power-on password. v Remove the battery from the server and then reinstall it. See the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD for instructions for removing the battery.

  • Page 124: Starting The Backup Server Firmware

    DIMM error assistance. The Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) disables a failing DIMM that is detected during POST, and the IMM2 lights the associated system error LED and the failing DIMM error LED. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 125 v System-event log (SEL). v ROM-based IMM2 firmware flash updates. v Automated boot recovery (ABR). v Nonmaskable interrupt (NMI) detection and reporting. v Automatic Server Restart (ASR) when POST is not complete or the operating system hangs and the operating system watchdog timer times-out. The IMM2 might be configured to watch for the operating system watchdog timer and reboot the system after a timeout, if the ASR feature is enabled.

  • Page 126: Using The Embedded Hypervisor

    4. Select Add Boot Option; then, select Embedded Hypervisor. Press Enter, and then select Esc. 5. Select Change Boot Order and then select Commit Changes; then, press Enter. 6. Select Save Settings and then select Exit Setup. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 127: Using The Remote Presence Capability And Blue-Screen Capture

    Using the remote presence capability and blue-screen capture The remote presence and blue-screen capture features are integrated functions of the Integrated Management Module II (IMM2). When the optional IBM Integrated Management Module Advanced Upgrade is installed in the server, it activates the remote presence functions.

  • Page 128: Enabling The Intel Gigabit Ethernet Utility Program

    (power cycle). For more information on Features on Demand (FoD), including instructions for automating the activation and installation of the activation key by using IBM ToolsCenter or IBM Director, see the IBM System x Features on Demand User's Guide at http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/fod/ under the Help section.

  • Page 129: Starting The Lsi Configuration Utility Program

    3ZVQ5W&brandind=5000019. 3. For further details on creating a software RAID array of hard disk drives, please see the ServeRAID C105 documentation at http://www-947.ibm.com/support/ entry/portal/docdisplay?lndocid=MIGR-5089068 4. When the ServeRAID adapter is removed, software RAID will not be supported. This system does not support downgrade software RAID function from hardware RAID configuration.

  • Page 130: Starting The Human Interface Infrastructure (Hii) Configuration Application

    12. Select OK to continue. 13. To initialize virtual disk, select ServeRAID C105 → Virtual Drive Management → Select Virtual Drive Operation. 14. Select Start Operation. 15. Select Yes to confirm. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 131: Ibm Advanced Settings Utility Program

    Updating IBM Systems Director If you plan to use IBM Systems Director to manage the server, you must check for the latest applicable IBM Systems Director updates and interim fixes. Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM website. The actual procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document.

  • Page 132: Updating The Universal Unique Identifier (Uuid)

    The ASU is an online tool that supports several operating systems. Make sure that you download the version for your operating system. You can download the ASU from the IBM website. To download the ASU and update the UUID, go to http://www.ibm.com/supportportal/.
  • Page 133 v Remote access to the target system (LAN based) v Bootable media containing ASU (LAN or KCS, depending upon the bootable media) 3. Copy and unpack the ASU package, which also includes other required files, to the server. Make sure that you unpack the ASU and the required files to the same directory.

  • Page 134: Updating The Dmi/Smbios Data

    The ASU is an online tool that supports several operating systems. Make sure that you download the version for your operating system. You can download the ASU from the IBM website. To download the ASU and update the DMI, go to http://www.ibm.com/supportportal/.
  • Page 135 1. ASU sets the DMI in the Integrated Management Module II (IMM2). Select one of the following methods to access the Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) to set the DMI: v Online from the target system (LAN or keyboard console style (KCS) access) v Remote access to the target system (LAN based) v Bootable media containing ASU (LAN or KCS, depending upon the bootable media)
  • Page 136 LAN from a client, the host and the imm_external_ip address are required parameters. host <imm_external_ip> [user <imm_user_id>][password <imm_password>] Where: imm_external_ip The external IMM2 LAN IP address. There is no default value. This parameter is required. System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 137 You can also build a bootable media using the applications available through the Tools Center website at http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/ v1r0/index.jsp. From the left pane, click IBM System x and BladeCenter Tools Center, then click Tool reference for the available tools. 4. Restart the server.
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  • Page 139: 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. Use this information to obtain additional information about IBM and IBM products, determine what to do if you experience a problem with your IBM system or optional device, and determine whom to call for service, if it is necessary.

  • Page 140: Using The Documentation

    Creating a personalized support web page At http://www.ibm.com/support/mynotifications/, you can create a personalized support web page by identifying IBM products that are of interest to you. From this personalized page, you can subscribe to weekly email notifications about new technical documents, search for information and downloads, and access various administrative services.

  • Page 141: Hardware Service And Support

    In the U.S. and Canada, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (1-800-426-7378). Hardware service and support You can receive hardware service through your IBM reseller or IBM Services. To locate a reseller authorized by IBM to provide warranty service, go to http://www.ibm.com/partnerworld/ and click Find Business Partners on the right side of the page.
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  • Page 143: Appendix B. Notices

    The materials at those websites are not part of the materials for this IBM product, and use of those websites 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 144: Important Notes

    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 145: Particulate Contamination

    If IBM determines that the levels of particulates or gases in your environment have caused damage to the server, IBM may condition provision of repair or replacement of servers or parts on implementation of appropriate remedial measures to mitigate such environmental contamination.

  • Page 146: Documentation Format

    In the request, be sure to include the publication part number and title. When you send information to IBM, you grant IBM a nonexclusive right to use or distribute the information in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.

  • Page 147: Industry Canada Class A Emission Compliance Statement

    EU-Mitgliedsstaaten und hält die Grenzwerte der EN 55022 Klasse A ein. Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der IBM empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. IBM übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung der IBM verändert bzw.

  • Page 148: Vcci Class A Statement

    Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) statement Japanese Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) Confirmed Harmonics Guideline (products less than or equal to 20 A per phase) System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 149: Korea Communications Commission (Kcc) Statement

    Korea Communications Commission (KCC) statement This is electromagnetic wave compatibility equipment for business (Type A). Sellers and users need to pay attention to it. This is for any areas other than home. Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class A statement People's Republic of China Class A electronic emission statement Taiwan Class A compliance statement Appendix B.
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  • Page 151: Index

    DMI/SMBIOS data, updating 116 configuration documentation CD 2 updating server 95 documentation format 128 configuration programs documentation, related 4 IBM Advanced Settings Utility (ASU) program 97 drive 9 RAID arrays 97 drive, hot-swap configuration, server installing 54 updating 94 removing 50...
  • Page 152 50 installing power supply 84 hot-swap hard disk drive cage Ethernet activity 15 rotating down 93 Ethernet-link status 21 rotating up 46 locator button 15 power supply error rear 21 System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 153 LED (continued) notices (continued) power-on 15 electronic emission 128 system information 15 FCC, Class A 128 system-error 15 notices and statements 5 rear 21 system-locator rear 21 LEDs obtaining ac power 21 IP address for IMM2 107 Ethernet activity 21 online documentation 2, 4 Ethernet link 21 online-spare mode 75...
  • Page 154 ServeRAID support 10 telephone numbers 123 ServerGuide temperature 6 features 97 thermal grease 83 NOS installation 98 trademarks 125 setup 98 turning off the server 24 using 97 turning on the server 23 System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 155 United States FCC Class A notice 128 universal unique identifier, updating 114 UpdateXpress 12, 95 updating DMI/SMBIOS 116 firmware 95 IBM Systems Director 113 server configuration 94, 95 Systems Director, IBM 113 universal unique identifier 114 USB connector 14, 20 USB hypervisor memory key...
  • Page 156 System x3630 M4 Type 7158: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 158 Part Number: 94Y7095 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 94Y7095...

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