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  • Page 1 Hardware Maintenance Manual IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...
  • Page 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...
  • Page 4 This publication was developed for products and services offered in the United States of America. IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries, and the information is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    IntelliStation Series computer Types 6233 and 6850. Note: This manual is intended for trained servicers who are familiar with IBM Personal Computer products. Use this manual along with advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively. Before servicing an IBM product, be sure to review the “Safety notices (multi-lingual translations)”...

  • Page 6: Online Support

    Lea atentamente todas las declaraciones de precaución y peligro ante de llevar a cabo cualquier operación. Online support Use the World Wide Web (WWW) to download Diagnostic, BIOS Flash, and device driver files. File download address is: http://www.ibm.com/pc/support Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Security ......5 What the IBM IntelliStation M Pro offers ....6 Computer controls and indicators .
  • Page 8 Fan removal ......75 Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...
  • Page 9 LED/power switch removal ....76 Memory board removal ..... . 77 Power supply removal .
  • Page 10 Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 11: General Checkout

    5. Power-on all external devices. 6. Power-on the computer. Check for the following response: v Readable instructions or the Main Menu. DID YOU RECEIVE THE CORRECT RESPONSE? NO, continue to 002 . YES, proceed to 003 . © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...
  • Page 12 If you receive an error, replace the part that the diagnostic program calls out or go to “Diagnostics” on page 18. v If the test stops and you cannot continue, replace the last device tested. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 13: General Information

    This section lists the operating systems that are either supported on or have been tested for compatibility with the IntelliStation M Pro Types 6850 and 6233. Supported operating systems IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6850 is supported on the following operating systems: ® ®...

  • Page 14: Compatible Operating Systems

    Compatible operating systems IBM IntelliStation M Pro Types 6850 and 6233 have been tested for compatibility with the following operating systems: v IBM PC DOS Versions 7.0 v Red Hat Linux Version 7.1 or later v SuSE Linux Version 7.1 or later v TurboLinux Server Version 6.5 or later...

  • Page 15: Security

    Startup without diskette drive, keyboard, or mouse v Unattended start mode v Diskette and hard disk I/O control v Serial and parallel port I/O control ™ v Alert on LAN v Security profile by device v IBM Security Solutions General information...

  • Page 16: What The Ibm Intellistation M Pro Offers

    What the IBM IntelliStation M Pro offers The IBM IntelliStation M Pro takes advantage of advancements in symmetric multiprocessing (SMP), data storage, graphics, memory, systems management, and network environments. The computer includes: v High-performance accelerated graphics port (AGP) graphics The computer comes with an AGP graphics adapter installed. This adapter supports high resolutions and includes many performance-enhancing features for the operating system environment.

  • Page 17: Computer Controls And Indicators

    Computer controls and indicators The button at the front of the computer enables you to turn on and turn off the computer. The lights are status indicators that tell you when a certain device, such as the hard disk drive, is in use. Diskette eject button CD-ROM drive...

  • Page 18: Input/Output Connector Locations

    Audio line out/ headphone connector Audio line in connector Microphone in connector Monitor connector Note: The location of the monitor connector is dependent on the video adapter installed on the computer. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 19: Turning On The Computer

    The following illustration shows the video connectors on models with a Fire GL 8800 or Wildcat III 6110 video adapter. StereoGraphics Digital Digital (DVI-I) Analog Note: The Wildcat III 6110 adapter occupies the AGP slot and the adjacent PCI slot. Be careful when you install an adapter in PCI slot 2 because the space between the Wildcat III 6110 adapter and PCI slot 2 is very limited, which causes the adapters to be very close to each other.

  • Page 20: Shutting Down The Operating System

    If you cannot use the power control button to turn off the computer, disconnect the computer power cords from the electrical outlets. Note: After disconnecting the power cords, wait approximately 15 seconds for the computer to stop running. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 21: Operating Certain Features

    You can view and change monitor settings through the operating system using the instructions provided in the README files on the Device Drivers and IBM Enhanced Diagnostics CD or in the C:\ IBMTOOLS\DRIVERS directory on the hard disk drive.

  • Page 22: Using Audio Features

    Remote Administration feature, if it is enabled. Instructions for using system programs updates are included in a README file provided with the downloadable files. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 23: Managing The Computer

    IBM Director Agent streamline and automate 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 the total cost of ownership of the networked computers.

  • Page 24: Using Security Features

    World Wide Web. System Migration Assistant System Migration Assistant (SMA) enables administrators to remotely transfer configurations, profile settings, printer device drivers, and files from an IBM or non-IBM computer to supported IBM systems. For more information or to download this software, visit http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/software/sysmgmt/products/sma on the World Wide Web.

  • Page 25: Component Protection

    Virus protection: The computer has built-in virus protection that can be enabled through the Configuration/Setup Utility program. This built-in protection only checks for viruses in the boot record. Also, Norton AntiVirus for IBM is available on the IBM Software Selections CD.
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  • Page 27: Diagnostics

    3. When the Setup Utility prompt appears on the screen during start-up, press F1. The Setup Utility menu will appear. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen. Note: If prompted for a password, enter the supervisor password. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...

  • Page 28: Post

    The Enter key is used to select a menu item. v The Esc key is used to back up to the previous menu. v For online help select F1. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 29: Running Diagnostics Tests

    4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 above to select all desired tests. Using the IBM Product Recovery CD The IBM Product Recovery CD is provided with the computer so that you can reinstall the operating system, preinstalled applications, and device drivers in case of a hard disk failure or other damage to files.

  • Page 30: Additional Resources

    To run the FDISK command from IBM Product Recovery CD, place IBM Product Recovery CD in the CD-ROM drive, press Esc at the Recover Main Menu; then type FDISK at the command prompt. Delete the primary partition, leave the IBM Product Recovery CD in the CD-ROM drive, and restart the computer.

  • Page 31: Module Test Menu/Hardware Configuration Report

    Module test menu/hardware configuration report Depending on the diagnostics version level you are using, the installed devices in the computer are verified in one of two ways. 1. At the start of the diagnostic tests, the Module Test Menu is displayed. Normally, all installed devices in the computer are highlighted on the menu.

  • Page 32: Test Results

    If thresholds have been exceeded, an error message is shown, and the test fails. If no SMART is supported by the drive, the test returns with ″N/A″. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 33: Quick And Full Erase - Hard Drive

    Quick and Full erase - hard drive The Diagnostics program offers two hard drive format utilities: v Quick Erase Hard Drive v Full Erase Hard Drive The Quick Erase Hard Drive provides a DOS utility that performs the following steps. v Destroys the Master Boot Record (MBR) on the hard drive.

  • Page 34: When To Use The Low-Level Format Program

    The following tools are available to diagnose hardware-related problems: v Power-on self-test (POST) v Troubleshooting charts v IBM Enhanced Diagnostics program Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 35: Small Computer System Interface (Scsi) Error Messages

    Diagnostic error codes and messages These codes and messages appear if a hardware problem is detected by one of the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics programs. Along with error codes, the messages present text information that can be used to identify a failing part. For more information, see “IBM Enhanced Diagnostics”...

  • Page 36: Ibm Enhanced Diagnostics

    5. Follow the instructions on the screen. You can also download the latest image of the diagnostics from the IBM Web site. To download the latest image of the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics from the Web site and create a startable Enhanced Diagnostics diskette: 1.

  • Page 37: Other Diagnostic Programs

    Other diagnostic programs The computer also contains diagnostic programs designed specifically for the Windows operating environment. Because these diagnostics work with the operating system, they not only test the hardware, but they also analyze certain software components of the computer. They are especially useful in isolating problems related to the operating system and device drivers.

  • Page 38: Erasing A Lost Or Forgotten Password (Clearing Cmos)

    Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS) This section describes how to erase lost or forgotten passwords. For more information about lost or forgotten passwords, refer to Access IBM on the desktop. To erase a forgotten password, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 39: Recovering From A Post/Bios Update Failure

    42″ or the label inside the computer for more information. 3. Insert the upgrade diskette into the diskette drive. 4. Power-on the computer. The IBM Logo will appear. Note: Depending on the amount of memory installed, it may take up to a minute for the Logo to appear.
  • Page 40 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 41 9. Replace the memory board and any adapters that were removed to gain access to the battery. 10. Install the cover. See “Completing the installation” on page 71. 11. Plug in the power cord. Note: When the computer is turned on for the first time after battery replacement, an error message might be displayed.
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  • Page 43: Configuration

    Complete the following steps to start the Configuration/Setup Utility program. 1. Turn on the computer and watch the monitor screen. 2. When the message Press F1 for Configuration/Setup displays, press F1. 3. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...

  • Page 44: The Configuration/Setup Utility Main Menu Choices

    Devices and I/O Ports Select this choice to view or change the assignments for devices and input/output ports. This choice appears only on the full Configuration/Setup Utility main menu. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...
  • Page 45 Attention: Do not make changes to the Chipset Feature unless directed to do so by an IBM authorized service representative. – Memory Settings Select this choice to manually enable or disable a bank of memory. If a memory error is detected during POST or memory configuration, the computer can automatically disable the failing memory bank and continue operating with reduced memory capacity.

  • Page 46: Using Passwords

    2. When the <<< Press <CTRL><A> for SCSISelect¬ Utility! >>> prompt displays, press Ctrl+A. 3. When the Would you like to configure the host adapter or run the SCSI disk utility? question displays, make your selection; then, press Enter. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 47: Scsiselect Menu Choices

    4. Use the arrow keys to select a choice from the menu. v Press Esc to exit the SCSISelect Utility program. v Press the F5 key to switch between color and monochrome modes (if the monitor permits). 5. Follow the instructions on the screen to change the settings of the selected items;...

  • Page 48: Using The Pxe Boot Agent Utility Program

    This option is not supported on this product. To change the boot order use the Configuration/Setup utility. See “Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program” on page 33 for more information. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 49: Bios Levels

    BIOS. v Current Level BIOS information Run the Configuration Utility to determine the level of BIOS installed. v Sources for determining the latest level BIOS available 1. IBM Home Page, Support http://www.ibm.com/support 2. PC PartnerInfo-Technical Database (CTSTIPS.NSF) 3. HelpCenter 4.

  • Page 50: Flash (Bios/Vpd) Update Procedure

    6. Type the 7-digit serial number of the computer you are servicing, then press Enter. 7. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the flash (BIOS/VPD) update procedure. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 51: Installing Options

    For a list of supported options for the computer, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support on the World Wide Web. Note: Run ConfigSafe (or a similar application) to take a ″snapshot″ of the operating system configuration before installing an optional device.

  • Page 52: System Board Connectors

    RIMM connectors. RIMM 1 RIMM 6 RIMM 3 RIMM 8 RIMM 5 RIMM 2 RIMM 7 RIMM 4 Voltage regulator module (VRM1) Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 53: Before You Begin

    Back up all important data before you make changes to disk drives. v Have a small, flat-blade screwdriver available. v For a list of supported options for the computer, refer to http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/intellistation on the World Wide Web. System reliability considerations To help ensure proper cooling and system reliability, make sure: v Each of the drive bays has a filler panel installed.
  • Page 54 Statement 2 CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If the system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer.
  • Page 55 Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. For further information on battery disposal, call IBM at 1-800-IBM-4333 (1-800-426-4333) in the U.S. For information outside of the U.S., contact an IBM reseller or marketing representative. Statement 3...
  • Page 56 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. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 57: Installing Options

    Installing options This section provides instructions for installing various options in the computer. Moving the stabilizing feet The two front feet on the bottom of the computer rotate 90 degrees to provide additional stability. When installing options in the computer, you might find it easier to lay the computer on its side.

  • Page 58: Removing The Air Baffle

    Place the baffle back into place before replacing the cover. To remove the air baffle, do the following: 1. Pull the blue clip outward until the pins disengage. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 59: Working With Adapters

    2. Slide the air baffle back slightly and lift it to remove it. Working with adapters You can install a variety of adapters in the expansion slots on the system board. For help in locating the system board, see “Major components of the IntelliStation M Pro Types 6850 and 6233”...

  • Page 60: Adapter Considerations

    4. Determine which PCI expansion slot you will use for the adapter. 5. If you are installing a full-sized adapter in one of the PCI slots on the system board, rotate the PCI support bracket out of your way. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...
  • Page 61 6. Remove the PCI adapter retention bracket or the adapter retention screw (depending on the model) from the rear of the system and remove the expansion slot cover. 7. Touch the static-protective package containing the adapter to any unpainted metal surface in the computer; then, remove the adapter from the package. 8.

  • Page 62: Installing Internal Drives

    Hard disk drive Internal drive bays The IBM IntelliStation M Pro computer comes with an IDE CD-ROM drive installed in bay 2, a 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB diskette drive (2 mode) installed in bay 3, a SCSI hard disk drive installed in bay 9 in SCSI models, and an IDE hard disk drive installed in bay 5 in IDE models.

  • Page 63: Scsi Controller

    Ultra160 SCSI devices. If the computer has preinstalled software, you can find information about the SCSI controller and connecting devices by clicking Start --> Access IBM--> Get help --> View documentation. SCSI documentation is also on the Software Selections CD that comes with the computer.

  • Page 64: Preinstallation Steps

    3. Check the instructions that come with the drive to see if you need to set any switches or jumpers on the drive. If you are installing a SCSI device, be sure to set the SCSI ID for that device. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 65: Installing A Drive In Bay 1

    Installing a drive in bay 1 Before you begin, do the following: Attention: When you handle static-sensitive devices, take precautions to avoid damage from static electricity. For details on handling these devices, refer to “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 43. v For information on installing SCSI drives, see the SCSI information on the Software Selections CD that comes with the computer.

  • Page 66: Installing Drives In Drive Bays 4, 5, 6, 7, And 8

    2. Get two sliding rail mounts from the plastic bag located underneath the hard disk drive cage. 3. Mount the sliding rails on the hard disk drive you want to install. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 67: Installing Memory Modules

    The computer has eight connectors for installing Rambus inline memory modules (RIMMs). The IBM-installed RIMMs that come with the computer are ECC (error checking and correction) RDRAM (Rambus dynamic random access memory) modules.
  • Page 68 Do not mix RIMM speed, technologies, density, non-ECC and ECC memory within a pair of RIMMs. This is not supported. v RIMM connectors do not support dual inline memory modules (DIMMs). v Use only PC800, 400 MHz RIMMs. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...
  • Page 69 RIMM Notes: 1. The IBM IntelliStation M Pro computer supports 128 MB, 256 MB, and 512 MB RIMMs. The computer supports a minimum of 256 MB and a maximum of 4 GB of system memory. Refer to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support for a list of memory modules for use with the computer.
  • Page 70 Notches 9. Place the memory board into the MEC connector on the system board. 10. Replace the PCI adapter retention bracket. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 71: Installing A Microprocessor

    2. Run the Multiprocessor Upgrade Option program, addcpu.exe, located at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support before you install the second microprocessor. From the IBM support page, type addcpu in the Search field and press Enter. In addition, download and read the addcpu.pdf file for instructions on adding a second microprocessor.
  • Page 72 Failure to do so might result in permanent damage to the microprocessor, microprocessor socket, and system board. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...
  • Page 73 Lever open Lever closed Lever open Lever closed 11. Insert the microprocessor in the microprocessor socket, lining pin number 1 up with the microprocessor. 12. Rotate the microprocessor socket lever down to secure the microprocessor in place. 13. Touch the static-protective package containing the heatsink to any unpainted metal surface on the computer.

  • Page 74: Security U-Bolt

    Ensure that the security cable does not interfere with other cables that are connected to the computer. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 75: Replacing The Cover And Connecting The Cables

    Replacing the cover and connecting the cables This section provides instructions on how to replace the cover and connect the cables on the computer. Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from the hardware. Complete the following steps to replace the cover and connect the cables: 1.

  • Page 76: Input/Output Connector Locations

    One mouse v One keyboard v One parallel v Two USB v Two serial v One Ethernet v Audio – Line out – Line in – Mic v One video Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 77: Mouse Connector

    Mouse connector The system board has one mouse connector that supports a mouse or other pointing device. The mouse connector is located on the rear of the computer. See “Input/output connector locations” on page 66 for its location. Keyboard connector There is one keyboard connector on the rear of the computer.

  • Page 78: Serial Connectors

    (UTP) cable to the RJ-45 connector on the rear of the computer. See “Input/output connector locations” on page 66 for its location. Note: The 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet standard requires that the cabling in the network be Category 5. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 79: Universal Serial Bus Connectors

    Ethernet controller. However, you must install a device driver to enable the operating system to address the Ethernet controller. The device drivers are provided on the preinstalled software and the Device Drivers and IBM Enhanced Diagnostics Ethernet connector There is an RJ-45 connector on the rear of the computer. See “Input/output connector locations”...

  • Page 80: Audio Connectors

    The video connector is located on the adapter on the rear of the computer. See “Input/output connector locations” on page 66 for the location of this connector. Analog video connector: Digital (DVI-I) video connector: Low force helical-60 (LFH-60) video connector: Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 81: Completing The Installation

    Configuration/Setup Utility program or install device drivers. For instructions on how to install device drivers, see the instructions that come with the option. Some device drivers are included on the Device Driver and IBM Enhanced Diagnostics CD that comes with the computer.

  • Page 82: Starting The Configuration/Setup Utility Program

    After adding new devices to the computer, you might want to change the startup sequence. You can use the Configuration/Setup Utility program to configure startup devices. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 83: Fru Information (Service Only)

    To remove the CD-ROM drive, do the following: 1. Power-off the system. 2. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover and front bezel” on page 47). 3. Remove the cables. 4. Remove the (2) screws. 5. Gently slide the CD-ROM drive out © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...

  • Page 84: Diskette Drive

    1. Power-off the system. 2. Remove the cover (see“Removing the cover and front bezel” on page 47). 3. Remove the cables. 4. Push the tab and slide the diskette drive outward. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 85: Fan Removal

    Fan removal Note: The illustrations in this documents might differ slightly from your hardware. Note: Before performing any removals, read “Safety information” on page 103 and “Before you begin” on page 43. To remove the fan, do the following: 1. Power-off the system. 2.

  • Page 86: Led/Power Switch Removal

    4. Remove the front bezel (see “Removing the cover and front bezel” on page 47). 5. Disconnect connector from planar. 6. Remove the LED/power switch screw. 7. Gently lift the LED/power switch up and out. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 87: Memory Board Removal

    Memory board removal Note: The illustrations in this documents might differ slightly from your hardware. Note: Before performing any removals, read “Safety information” on page 103 and “Before you begin” on page 43. To remove the memory board, do the following: 1.

  • Page 88: Power Supply Removal

    5. Disconnect the power supply cables from the system board. 6. Remove the screws (4) from the rear of the computer. 7. Gently move the power supply away from the chassis and lift it out of the computer. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 89: Speaker Removal

    Speaker removal Note: The illustrations in this documents might differ slightly from your hardware. Note: Before performing any removals, read “Safety information” on page 103 and “Before you begin” on page 43. To remove the speaker, do the following: 1. Power-off the system. 2.

  • Page 90: System Board Removal

    Note: This procedure can be done easier by laying the system on its side. 3. Remove the memory board (see “Memory board removal” on page 77). 4. Remove the adapter cards. 5. Remove the air duct. 6. Remove the fan assembly. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...
  • Page 91 7. Disconnect the cables. Note: Be sure to disconnect the (2) cables that are connected to the SCSI connectors underneath the fan assembly. 8. Removes (1) screw which fastens the metal system board backing plate to the chassis. 9. Remove the system board backing plate from the chassis by pushing (2) blue tabs toward the front of the computer.
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  • Page 93: Symptom-To-Fru Index

    Once the configuration has reset to the default, it must be saved in Setup to be stored in CMOS. For IBM devices not supported by index, refer to the manual for that device. Always start with “General checkout” on page 1.
  • Page 94 (Screen retrace failed) 2-3-4 1. System board (Search for video ROM failed) 2-4-1 1. System board (Video failed, screen believed operable) 3-1-1 1. System Board (Timer tick interrupt failed) Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...
  • Page 95 Beep/Symptom FRU/Action 3-1-2 1. System Board (Interval timer channel 2 failed) 3-1-3 1. DIMM 2. Memory card (RAM test failed above address OFFFFH) 3. System board 3-1-4 1. Battery 2. System Board (Time-of-Day clock failed) 3-2-1 1. System board (Serial port failed) 3-2-2 1.

  • Page 96: No Beep Symptoms

    (Failed core tests) 001-250-000 1. System Board (Failed System Board ECC) 001-250-001 1. System Board (Failed System Board ECC) 005-XXX-000 1. Video Adapter (if installed) 2. System Board (Failed Video test) Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...
  • Page 97 Error Code/Symptom FRU/Action 011-XXX-000 1. System Board (Failed COM1 Serial Port test) 011-XXX-001 1. System Board (Failed COM2 Serial Port test) 014-XXX-000 1. System Board (Failed Parallel Port test) 015-XXX-001 1. System Board (USB interface not found, board damaged) 015-XXX-015 1.
  • Page 98 1. See error messages/text in the PC Doctor error log for detailed information on each individual tape drive error. (Errors on multiple tape drives, see error text for more info) Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 99: Error Symptoms

    Error Code/Symptom FRU/Action 301-XXX-000 1. Keyboard (Failed Keyboard test) 405-XXX-000 1. Verify that Ethernet is not disabled in BIOS. 2. System Board (Failed Ethernet test on controller on the System Board) 405-XXX-00N 1. Adapter in PCI slot N. 2. System Board (Failed Ethernet test on adapter in PCI slot N) 415-XXX-000...
  • Page 100 Be sure you have the Adobe reader installed (available from the TechConnect CD). TechConnect CD, or text is unreadable. Diskette Factory CD Action Get “time out” or “Unknown Be sure you have access to the Internet through FTP directly. host” errors Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 101: Post Error Codes

    POST error codes In the following error codes, X can be any number or letter. Error Code/Symptom FRU/Action 1. Run Configuration/Setup 2. Battery (Three consecutive boot failures using the default 3. System Board configuration.) 4. Microprocessor 101, 102, 106 1. System Board (System and microprocessor error) 1.
  • Page 102 2. Diskette Drive (Invalid diskette boot record) 3. Cable 4. System Board 1. Run Configuration/Setup and Diagnostics 2. Diskette Drive (Diskette drive configuration error) 3. Drive Cable 4. System Board Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...
  • Page 103 Error Code/Symptom FRU/Action 1. Disconnect external cable on parallel port. 2. Run Configuration/Setup (Parallel port error) 3. System Board 11XX 1. Disconnect external cable on serial port. 2. Run Configuration/Setup (System board serial port 1 or 2 error) 3. System Board 1162 1.
  • Page 104 1. Ensure all microprocessors are the same stepping level and cache size. 2. Microprocessor (No update data for microprocessor) 01298101 1. Ensure all microprocessors are the same stepping level and cache size. 2. Microprocessor (Bad update data for microprocessor) Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 105: Processor Board Leds

    Error Code/Symptom FRU/Action 01298200 1. Ensure all microprocessors are the same speed. (Microprocessor speed mismatch) I9990301 1. Hard Disk Drive 2. If RAID system, refer to the Hardware Maintenance Manual for the specific RAID (Fixed boot sector error) adapter. 3. SCSI Backplane 4.

  • Page 106: Undetermined Problems

    If you suspect a networking problem and all the system tests pass, suspect a network cabling problem external to the system. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 107: Parts Listing Types 6233 And 6850

    60X, 62X, 63X, 65X, 66X, 67X, 6PU, 70X, 72X, 73X, 75X, 76X, 77X, 7PU, A0X, B0X, B1X, B2X, B5X, C0X, C1X, C2X, C5X, D0X, D2X, D3X, D5X, D6X, E0X, E2X, E3X, E5X, E6X, G0X, G2X, G3X, G5X, G6X, G7X, H0X, H2X, H3X, H5X, H6X, H7X. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...
  • Page 108 Screw kit (all models) 00N3517 EMC shield kit (all models) 25P6314 v EMC shield for system board (1), EMC shield for hard file (1),shield, 5.25″ blank (1), 7-position I/O shield (1) Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 109: Recovery Cds

    Index System (IntelliStation M Pro - Types 6233 and 6850) Label kit (all models) 25P6315 v Label, system board location (1), label, I/O shadowbox (1), label, safety (>40lbs.) (1), label, bezel latch information (1) Miscellaneous hardware kit (all models) 25P6414 v M3.5 x 7 screws (7), screwlock, female 4-40/4-40 (2), I/O blank brackets (tabs) (6), isolation grommets (20), clamp, cable (1), clamp, cable (1), screws, 6-32 shoulder (20), screw, S/T M5-fan (4)
  • Page 110 Spanish (Win XP) (all ″G″ models) 59P2939 Swedish (Win XP) (all ″G″ models) 59P2942 Taiwan (Win XP) (all ″V″ models) 59P2947 U.S. English (Win XP) (all ″U″ models) 59P2935 Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 111: Keyboards

    Keyboards Keyboards Arabic 37L2555 Belgian-French 37L2556 Belgian-UK 37L2557 Brazil/Portugal 37L2554 Bulgarian 37L2558 Chinese 37L2585 Czech 37L2559 Danish 37L2560 Dutch 37L2561 French 37L2562 French/Canadian-ID 058 37L0913 French/Canadian-ID 445 37L2552 German 37L2563 Greek 37L2564 Hebrew 37L2565 Hungarian 37L2566 Icelandic 37L2567 Italian 37L2568 Korean 28L1905 Japanese...
  • Page 112 The following tools are required to service these computers: v A volt-ohm meter, IBM P/N 73G5404 v Wrap plug, IBM P/N 72X8546 v T10 Torx bit from Torx bit set, IBM P/N 93F2830 Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 113: Related Service Information

    Safety information The following section contains the safety information that you need to be familiar with before servicing an IBM computer. General safety Follow these rules to ensure general safety: v Observe good housekeeping in the area of the machines during and after maintenance.

  • Page 114: Electrical Safety

    Use extreme care when measuring high voltages. v Regularly inspect and maintain your electrical hand tools for safe operational condition. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...

  • Page 115: Safety Inspection Guide

    This guide addresses only those items. However, good judgment should be used to identify potential safety hazards due to attachment of non-IBM features or options not covered by this inspection guide.

  • Page 116: Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Devices

    Insulation must not be frayed or worn. 4. Remove the cover. 5. Check for any obvious non-IBM alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any non-IBM alterations. 6. Check inside the unit for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as metal filings, contamination, water or other liquids, or signs of fire or smoke damage.

  • Page 117: Grounding Requirements

    Japanese v Korean v Spanish Important: All caution and danger statements in this IBM documentation begin with a number. This number is used to cross reference an English caution or danger statement with translated versions of the caution or danger statement in this section.
  • Page 118 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 119 DANGER: 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.
  • Page 120 Statement 10 CAUTION: Do not place any object weighing more than 82 kg (180 lbs.) on top of rack-mounted devices. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...
  • Page 121 Importante: Todas as instruções de cuidado e perigo da IBM documentation começam com um número. Este número é utilizado para fazer referência cruzada de uma instrução de cuidado ou perigo no idioma inglês com as versões traduzidas das instruções de cuidado ou perigo encontradas nesta seção.
  • Page 122 Instrução 2 CUIDADO: Ao substituir a bateria de lítio, utilize apenas uma bateria IBM, Número de Peça 33F8354 ou uma bateria de tipo equivalente, recomendada pelo fabricante. Se o seu sistema possui um móídulo com uma bateria de lítio, substitua-o apenas pelo mesmo tipo de mídulo, do mesmo fabricante.
  • Page 123 Instrução 4 ≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) CUIDADO: Ao levantar a máquina, faça-o com segurança. Instrução 5 CUIDADO: Os botões Liga/Desliga localizados no dispositivo e na fonte de alimentação não desligam a corrente elétrica fornecida ao dispositivo. O dispositivo também pode ter mais de um cabo de alimentação.
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  • Page 132 Important: Toutes les consignes Attention et Danger indiquées dans la bibliothèque IBM documentation sont précédées d’un numéro. Ce dernier permet de mettre en correspondance la consigne en anglais avec ses versions traduites dans la présente section. Par exemple, si une consigne de type Attention est précédée du chiffre 1, ses traductions sont également précédées du chiffre 1 dans la présente section.
  • Page 133 ATTENTION: Remplacez la pile au lithium usagée par une pile de référence identique exclusivement - voir la référence IBM - ou par une pile équivalente recommandée par le fabricant. Si votre système est doté d’un module contenant une pile au lithium, vous devez le remplacer uniquement par un module identique, produit par le même fabricant.
  • Page 134 électrique, débranchez tous les cordons d’alimentation des socles de prise de courant. Notice n° 10 ATTENTION: Ne posez pas d’objet dont le poids dépasse 82 kg sur les unités montées en armoire. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...
  • Page 135 Wichtig: Alle Sicherheitshinweise in dieser IBM documentation beginnen mit einer Nummer. Diese Nummer verweist auf einen englischen Sicherheitshinweis mit den übersetzten Versionen dieses Hinweises in diesem Abschnitt. Wenn z. B. ein Sicherheitshinweis mit der Nummer 1 beginnt, so erscheint die übersetzung für diesen Sicherheitshinweis in diesem Abschnitt unter dem Hinweis...
  • Page 136 Hinweis 2 ACHTUNG: Eine verbrauchte Batterie nur durch eine Batterie mit der IBM Teilenummer 33F8354 oder durch eine vom Hersteller empfohlene Batterie ersetzen. Wenn Ihr System ein Modul mit einer Lithium-Batterie enthält, ersetzen Sie es immer mit dem selben Modultyp vom selben Hersteller. Die Batterie enthält Lithium und kann bei unsachgemäßer Verwendung, Handhabung oder Entsorgung explodieren.
  • Page 137 Hinweis 4 ≥18 kg ≥32 kg ≥55 kg ACHTUNG: Beim Anheben der Maschine die vorgeschriebenen Sicherheitsbestimmungen beachten. Hinweis 5 ACHTUNG: Mit dem Betriebsspannungsschalter an der Vorderseite des Servers und dem Betriebsspannungsschalter am Netzteil wird die Stromversorgung für den Server nicht unterbrochen. Der Server könnte auch mehr als ein Netzkabel aufweisen. Um die gesamte Stromversorgung des Servers auszuschalten, muß...
  • Page 138 Importante: Tutti gli avvisi di attenzione e di pericolo riportati nella pubblicazione IBM documentation iniziano con un numero. Questo numero viene utilizzato per confrontare avvisi di attenzione o di pericolo in inglese con le versioni tradotte riportate in questa sezione.
  • Page 139 Avviso 2 ATTENZIONE: Quando si sostituisce la batteria al litio, utilizzare solo una batteria IBM con numero parte 33F8354 o batterie dello stesso tipo o di tipo equivalente consigliate dal produttore. Se il sistema di cui si dispone è provvisto di un modulo contenente una batteria al litio, sostituire tale batteria solo con un tipo di modulo uguale a quello fornito dal produttore.
  • Page 140 Avviso 10 ATTENZIONE: Non poggiare oggetti che pesano più di 82 kg sulla parte superiore delle unità montate in rack. Hardware Maintenance Manual: IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6233 and 6850...
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  • Page 147 Importante: Todas las declaraciones de precauciín de esta IBM documentation empiezan con un número. Dicho número se emplea para establecer una referencia cruzada de una declaraciín de precauciín o peligro en inglés con las versiones traducidas que de dichas declaraciones pueden encontrarse en esta secciín.
  • Page 148 PRECAUCIÓN: Cuando desee sustituir la batería de litio, utilice únicamente el número de pieza 33F8354 de IBM o cualquier tipo de batería equivalente que recomiende el fabricante. Si el sistema tiene un mídulo que contiene una batería de litio, sustitúyalo únicamente por el mismo tipo de mídulo, que ha de estar creado por el mismo fabricante.
  • Page 149 Declaración 4 ≥18 kg ≥32 kg ≥55 kg PRECAUCIÓN: Tome medidas de seguridad al levantar el producto. Declaración 5 PRECAUCIÓN: El botín de control de alimentaciín del dispositivo y el interruptor de alimentaciín de la fuente de alimentaciín no apagan la corriente eléctrica suministrada al dispositivo.

  • Page 150: Send Us Your Comments

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  • Page 151: Problem Determination Tips

    References in this publication to IBM products, programs, or services do not imply that IBM intends to make these available in all countries in which IBM operates. Any reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that IBM product, program, or service may be used.

  • Page 152: Trademarks

    When referring to hard disk drive capacity, GB equals one billion bytes. Total user-accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environments. IBM makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding non-IBM products and services that are ServerProven, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for particular purpose.
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