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IBM xSeries 346
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Option Installation Guide
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  • Page 1 ERserver IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840 Option Installation Guide SC25-R345-40...
  • Page 3 ERserver IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840 Option Installation Guide SC25-R345-40...
  • Page 4 Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in “Notices,” on page 51. Second Edition (September 2004) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2004. 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

    Notices and statements used in this document ....2 Major components of the xSeries 346 Type 8670 server ..3 System-board option connectors .
  • Page 6 Power cords ......56 Index ......59 IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 7: Safety

    Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen. Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza. Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004...
  • Page 8 IBM Safety Information book. For example, if a caution statement begins with a number 1, translations for that caution statement appear in the IBM Safety Information book under statement 1. Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this documentation before performing the instructions.
  • 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 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. viii IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...
  • Page 11 Overloading a branch circuit is potentially a fire hazard and a shock hazard under certain conditions. To avoid these hazards, ensure that your system electrical requirements do not exceed the branch circuit protection requirements. Refer to the information that is provided with your IBM device for electrical specifications. Statement 14 CAUTION: Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels might be present.
  • Page 12 California de los Estados Unidos está considerado como un causante de cancer y de defectos congénitos, además de otros riesgos reproductivos. Lávese las manos después de usar el producto. IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1. Introduction

    Safety Information This document is in PDF on the IBM xSeries 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 Used In This Document

    Notices and statements used in this document The caution and danger statements that appear in this document are also in the multilingual Safety Information document, which is on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in the Safety Information document.

  • Page 15: Major Components Of The Xseries 346 Type 8670 Server

    Major components of the xSeries 346 Type 8670 server Blue on a component indicates touch points, where you can grip the component to remove it from or install it in the server, open or close a latch, and so on.
  • Page 16 PCI riser-card cage Hot-swap fans PCI low-profile-card cage Heat sink Fan guide assembly Air baffle Microprocessor Microprocessor air baffle Memory module System board Ultra-slim hard disk drive tray Filler panel for drive bay IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 17: System-Board Option Connectors

    System-board option connectors The following illustration shows the connectors on the system board for user-installable options. DIMM 1 (J1) DIMM 2 (J2) DIMM 3 (J3) DIMM 4 (J4) DIMM 5 (J5) DIMM 6 (J6) DIMM 7 (J7) DIMM 8 (J8) Microprocessor 1 (J22) Microprocessor 2 (J23) Battery...

  • Page 18: Pci Riser-Card Option Connectors

    PCI low-profile-card option connectors The following illustration shows the connectors on the PCI low-profile card for user-installable options. PCI-X slot 1 64-bit 3.3V 100 MHz (PCI1) PCI-X slot 2 64-bit 3.3V 100 MHz (PCI2) IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 19: System-Board Internal Cable Connectors

    System-board internal cable connectors The following illustration shows the internal connectors on the system board. Operator panel (J37) Fan 8 Fan 2 USB operator panel (J75) Media power (J63) Fan 1 Diskette signal (J39) IDE (J67) Fan 7 Fan 6 Fan 12 Fan 5 Fan 11...

  • Page 20: System-Board External Connectors

    The following illustration shows the external input/output connectors on the system board. Serial (J9) Keyboard/Mouse (J10) Video (J11) Ethernet 2/USB (J14) Ethernet 1/USB (J12) Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine Ethernet (J15) ASM (J16) External SCSI (J17) IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 21: System-Board Switches And Jumpers

    Any switches or jumpers on the system board that are not shown in the illustration are reserved. See the section about recovering the basic input/output system (BIOS) code in the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for information about the boot block recovery jumper. System board...
  • Page 22 Changing the position of this switch does not affect the administrator password check if an administrator password is set. See the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for additional information about the power-on password. Power-on override. When toggled to On, this switch forces the power on, overriding the power-on button.

  • Page 23: System-Board Leds

    System-board LEDs The following illustration shows the light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the system board. DIMM 1 error LED (CR53) DIMM 2 error LED (CR54) DIMM 3 error LED (CR55) DIMM 4 error LED (CR56) DIMM 5 error LED (CR57) DIMM 6 error LED (CR58) DIMM 7 error LED (CR59) DIMM 8 error LED (CR60) Microprocessor 1 error LED (CR 61)

  • Page 24: Light Path Diagnostics Panel

    For more information about light path diagnostics, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. The following table lists the LEDs on the light path diagnostics panel, the problems that they indicate, and actions to solve the problems.
  • Page 25 If a lit LED on the system board indicates a problem with a has failed. When the LED flashes, an microprocessor, make sure that the microprocessor is installed invalid microprocessor configuration correctly. See the Option Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries has occurred. Documentation CD for information about installing a microprocessor.
  • Page 26 PCI bus, and restart the server after each adapter is removed. If the problem remains, call for service. IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 27: Chapter 2. Installing Options

    Avoid loose-fitting clothing on your forearms. Button long-sleeved shirts before working inside the server; do not wear cuff links while you are working inside the server. v Do not allow your necktie or scarf to hang inside the server. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004...

  • Page 28: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    If a power failure occurs while the server is turned on, the server will restart automatically when power is restored. v If your operating system supports the systems-management software for an optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine, the systems-management software can turn on the server. IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 29: Turning Off The Server

    ® v If your operating system supports the Wake on LAN feature, the Wake on LAN feature can turn on the server. Note: When 4 GB or more of memory (physical or logical) is installed, some memory is reserved for various system resources and might be unavailable to the operating system.

  • Page 30: Removing The Cover

    For proper cooling and airflow, replace the cover before turning on the server. Operating the server for extended periods of time (over 30 minutes) with the cover removed might damage server components. IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 31: Removing The Air Baffle

    Removing the air baffle When working with some options, you must first remove the air baffle to access certain components or connectors on the system board. The following illustration shows how to remove the air baffle. Complete the following steps to remove the air baffle: 1.

  • Page 32: Working With Adapters

    Slip the free end of the card under the tab on the retainer bracket; then, press the card in the connector and make sure that all tabs on the latch bracket secure the card in place. IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...
  • Page 33 ™ v If you are installing an optional ServeRAID -7k, review the following information: – No rerouting of the internal SCSI cable is required if you are installing the ServeRAID-7k. – The ServeRAID-7k can be installed only in a dedicated slot on the system board.
  • Page 34 3. Determine which expansion slot you will use for the adapter. 4. If you are installing an adapter in PCI slot 1 or 2, remove the PCI low-profile-card cage. PCI low-profile- card cage Latch IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...
  • Page 35 If you are installing an adapter in PCI slot 3 or 4, remove the PCI riser-card cage. Retention latch PCI riser-card cage 5. Slide the expansion-slot cover out of the PCI low-profile-card cage or PCI riser-card cage. Chapter 2. Installing options...
  • Page 36 6. Install the adapter. The following illustration shows how to install an adapter in the PCI low-profile-card cage. PCI adapter IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...
  • Page 37 The following illustration shows how to install an adapter in the PCI riser-card cage. PCI adapter Chapter 2. Installing options...
  • Page 38 If you removed the PCI riser-card cage to install the adapter, press the PCI riser-card cage firmly into the connector and close the latch. Retention latch PCI riser-card cage 8. Connect any needed cables to the adapter. IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...
  • Page 39 Attention: v When you route cables, do not block any connectors or the ventilated space around any of the fans. v Make sure that cables are not routed on top of components under the PCI riser-card cage or the PCI low-profile-card cage. v Make sure that cables are not pinched by the server components.

  • Page 40: Installing A Hot-Swap Drive

    Mixing hard disk drives with different speed ratings will cause all drives to operate at the lower throughput speed. v The SCSI ID that is assigned to each bay is printed on the server front. IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 41: Installing Memory Modules

    RAID capabilities, or if the server has a RAID adapter installed, you might have to reconfigure the disk arrays after installing hard disk drives. See the RAID documentation on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for information about RAID adapters.
  • Page 42 DIMMs simultaneously. Memory mirroring reduces the amount of available memory. Enable memory mirroring through the Configuration/Setup Utility program. See the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for details about enabling memory mirroring. When using memory mirroring, you must install two pairs of DIMMs at a time.
  • Page 43 Table 4. Online-spare memory DIMM connector assignments (continued) Active DIMM connectors Online-spare memory DIMM connectors 1 and 2 5 and 6 3 and 4 1 and 2 7 and 8 3 and 4 5 and 6 v You can enable either online-spare memory or memory mirroring, but not both at the same time.

  • Page 44: Installing A Microprocessor

    If the thermal grease becomes contaminated with particles, it must be replaced. For information about replacing contaminated thermal grease on the heat sink or fan sink, contact IBM Services. For support phone numbers, go to http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/, or in the U.S. and Canada, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (1-800-426-7378).
  • Page 45 – Serial number of your server or computer v Do not remove the first microprocessor from the system board to install the second microprocessor. The following illustration is a simplified layout of the microprocessor connector locations and other microprocessor-related components on the system board. VRM (J72) Microprocessor 2 (J23) Microprocessor 1 (J22)
  • Page 46 Slide the microprocessor baffle while lifting the rear flange out of the heat-sink socket; then, lift it off the heat-sink socket and store it in a safe place. IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...
  • Page 47 6. Install a VRM in the VRM connector (J72). 7. Install the microprocessor: a. Touch the static-protective package containing the microprocessor to any unpainted metal surface on the server. Then, remove the microprocessor from the package. b. Remove the protective cover, tape, or label from the surface of the microprocessor socket, if present.
  • Page 48 32. a. Remove the plastic protective cover from the bottom of the heat sink. b. Make sure that the heat-sink lever is in the open position. IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 49: Installing A Hot-Swap Power Supply

    c. Align the heat sink above the microprocessor with the thermal grease side down. Press firmly on the heat sink. Retainer bracket d. Slide the flange of the heat sink into the opening beneath the retainer bracket. e. Press down firmly on the heat sink until it is seated securely. f.
  • Page 50 Gently close the handle to seat the power supply in the bay. 4. Connect the power cord for the new power supply to the power-cord connector on the power supply. IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 51: Replacing A Hot-Swap Fan

    The following illustration shows the power-supply connectors on the back of the server. Power supply 2 power cord connector Power supply 1 power cord connector TX/RX LINK TX/RX LINK 5. Connect the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet. 6.

  • Page 52: Replacing The Battery

    The following notes describe information that you must consider when replacing the battery: v IBM has designed this product with your safety in mind. The lithium battery must be handled correctly to avoid possible danger. If you replace the battery, you must adhere to the following instructions.
  • Page 53 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 54: Completing The Installation

    12. Reinstall the server cover (see “Completing the installation”). 13. Start the Configuration/Setup Utility program and set configuration parameters as needed. See the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for additional information about using the Configuration/Setup Utility program.

  • Page 55: Connecting The Cables

    1. If you removed the server cover, place the cover-release latch in the open (up) position. Insert the bottom tabs of the top cover into the matching slots in the server chassis. Press down on the cover-release latch to lock the cover in place.

  • Page 56: Updating The Server Configuration

    The Configuration/Setup Utility program starts automatically so that you can save the new configuration settings. For more information, see the section about configuring the server in the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation Some options have device drivers that you must install. See the documentation that comes with each option for information about installing device drivers.

  • Page 57: Connecting External Options

    If the server has a RAID configuration using the SCSI controller with integrated RAID and you have installed or removed a hard disk drive, you might have to reconfigure the disk arrays. See the RAID documentation on the IBM ServeRAID-7e (Adaptec HostRAID) Support CD for more information about reconfiguring the disk arrays.
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  • Page 59: Chapter 3. Input/Output Connectors

    Mouse Video Keyboard connector Front view The following sections describe these connectors. Auxiliary-device (pointing device) connector Use this connector to connect a mouse or other pointing device. The following illustration shows an auxiliary-device connector. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004...

  • Page 60: Ethernet Connectors

    The server has three Ethernet connectors. Two of the Ethernet connectors are attached to the Ethernet controllers. See the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for more information about the Ethernet controllers. To enable remote server management through a network, use the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine Ethernet connector.

  • Page 61: Ultra320 Scsi Controller System-Board Connectors

    If you plan to attach external SCSI devices, you must order additional cables. To select and order the correct cables for use with external devices, contact your IBM marketing representative or authorized reseller.

  • Page 62: Scsi Connector

    Configuration/Setup Utility program or by installing a PCI video adapter. Note: If you install a PCI video adapter, the BIOS will automatically disable the integrated video controller. The following illustration shows a video connector. IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 63: 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 64: Trademarks

    Other company, product, or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. Important notes Processor speeds indicate the internal clock speed of the microprocessor; other factors also affect application performance. IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 65: 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 66: Electronic Emission Notices

    Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. 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 67: 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 A Information Technology Equipment according to CISPR 22/European Standard EN 55022.

  • Page 68: Power Cords

    Power cords For your safety, IBM provides a power cord with a grounded attachment plug to use with this IBM product. To avoid electrical shock, always use the power cord and plug with a properly grounded outlet. IBM power cords used in the United States and Canada are listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) and certified by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).
  • Page 69 IBM power cord part number Used in these countries and regions 14F0033 Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Botswana, Brunei Darussalam, Channel Islands, China (Hong Kong S.A.R.), Cyprus, Dominica, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Iraq, Ireland, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Liberia, Malawi, Malaysia, Malta, Myanmar (Burma), Nigeria, Oman,...
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  • Page 71: Index

    7 VRM 35 memory 5 integrated RAID controller 21 microprocessor 5 Integrated xSeries Adapter ports 48 port 8 SCSI 49 system board 5 system-board jumpers 9 jumpers 9 Universal Serial Bus 50 VRM 5 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004...
  • Page 72 47 internal cable 7 port SCSI 7, 49 auxiliary-device 47 connectors 8 input/output 47 Integrated xSeries Adapter 48 keyboard 48 thermal material pointing device 47 heat sink 36 serial 48 trademarks 52 IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...
  • Page 73 turning off the server 17 turning on the server 16 United States electronic emission Class A notice 54 United States FCC Class A notice 54 Universal Serial Bus connector 50 Universal Serial Bus port 50 video port 50 voltage regulator module installing 35 See voltage regulator module Web site...
  • Page 74 IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: Option Installation Guide...
  • Page 76 Part Number: 25R3454 Printed in USA SC25-R345-40...

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