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  • Page 4 IBM may make improvements and/or changes in the product(s) and/or the program(s) described in this publication at any time. 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

    Danger avant de procéder aux opérations décrites par les instructions. Lesen Sie alle Sicherheitshinweise, bevor Sie eine Anweisung ausführen. Accertarsi di leggere tutti gli avvisi di attenzione e di pericolo prima di effettuare qualsiasi operazione. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000...
  • Page 6 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, and Documents. The Web address is: http://www.ibm.com/support IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 7 About this manual ....iii Chapter 1.Netfinity EXP300 Type 3531 . . . 1 Important safety information ..... . iii Online support.
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  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Completing the installation ....35 Netfinity EXP300 bays ..... . . 12 Installing identification labels .

  • Page 10: Clustering Support

    SCSI ID 6 because your secondary SCSI ServeRAID controller is set to 6. Service tip: If you use IBM ServeRAID controllers in a cluster configuration, the termination power LED on the back of the expansion unit is useful. The ServeRAID controller provides the signal for termination power.

  • Page 11: Diagnostics And Test Information

    IBM PC/Netfinity Server Hardware Maintenance Manual. The following is a list of problems and references for diagnosing the IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531. Problem...

  • Page 12: Turning Off The Expansion Unit

    Note: Be sure to turn on the IBM Netfinity EXP300 expansion unit before or at the same time as you turn on the server. 3. Turn on each device, based on this power-on sequence.

  • Page 13: Turning Off The Expansion Unit In An Emergency

    3. Check the system documentation for the hardware devices you intend to turn on, and determine the proper power-on sequence. Note: Be sure to turn on the IBM Netfinity EXP300 before or at the same time you turn on the system unit. 4. Turn on each device, based on the power-on sequence.

  • Page 14: System-Management Software Support

    System-management software support The Netfinity EXP300 provides software alert functions through the system monitor functions provided in the IBM Netfinity Manager, IBM Netfinity Director, and IBM ServeRAID manager software. The following alerts are supported: •...

  • Page 15: Symptom-To-Fru Index

    IBM web site at: http://www.ibm.com/pc/support. For up-to-date information about the IBM Netfinity Manager and Netfinity Director software support available for your EXP300, visit the following IBM Web site at: http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/netfinity For Netfinity Manager users, download Netfinity Manager version 5.20.6 SP1 or later.

  • Page 16: Locations

    You can install the EXP300 expansion unit in the following types of enclosures: • An Electronic Industries Association (EIA) 310 standard rack cabinet • The IBM Netfinity EXP300 Rack-to-Tower Conversion Kit • An IBM Netfinity NetBAY enclosure IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 17: Preparing The Expansion Unit

    Then, when you replace the drives, install each one in the same drive bay from which you removed it. See “Locations” on page 8 for information on removing the CRUs. Statement 4 ≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. Netfinity EXP300 Type 3531...

  • Page 18: Setting The Interface Options And Id Settings

    LEDs for the rack and tower. Option switch 3 controls the SCSI bus, and option switch 4 is reserved; leave this switch in the Off position. IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 19: Unit Id Dial Switch

    The unit ID switch has 10 settings. You can use these settings (0 through 9) to set an ID for the expansion unit. System-management software, such as IBM Netfinity Director, uses this expansion unit ID when it provides data and alerts for the expansion unit.

  • Page 20: Netfinity Exp300 Bays

    The following illustration shows the location of the hot-swap drive bays accessible from the front of your expansion unit. The Netfinity EXP300 supports up to 14 IBM Ultra160 SCSI or Ultra2 SCSI hard disk drives. These drives come pre installed in a drive tray.

  • Page 21: Esm And Power Supply Bays

    3. In addition to the internal and external option switches, the switch card also has a 10- position unit ID switch for setting the expansion unit ID using values 0 through 9. Netfinity EXP300 Type 3531...

  • Page 22: Front Controls, Indicators, And Devices

    System-management software, such as IBM Netfinity Manager™, uses the ID when it provides data and alerts for the expansion unit. For more information on option switch settings, see “Setting the interface options and ID settings” on page 10. The following illustration shows the location of the switch card on the expansion unit.

  • Page 23: Rear Controls, Indicators, And Connectors

    DC power LED (green) AC power connector AC power connector Power Power on/off on/off Fault LED (amber) switch switch Power Power supply/Fan CRU supply/Fan CRU Thumbscrews Loosen the thumbscrews to remove or install a power supply. Netfinity EXP300 Type 3531...

  • Page 24: Esm Board User Controls

    Push pin ESM board SCSI reset SCSI reset Fault Fault LED (green) LED (green) LED (amber) LED (amber) ESM board The environmental services monitor (ESM) boards contain the SCSI controls and LEDs. IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 25: Working With Hot-Swap Drives

    Therefore, you can continue to operate your system while a hard disk drive is removed or installed. These drives are known as hot-swap drives. Drive CRUs Your expansion unit supports IBM Ultra160 and IBM Ultra2 SCSI hard disk drives. These IBM drives come pre-installed in a drive tray, ready for installation.

  • Page 26: Installing Hot-Swap Drives

    1. Read the instructions that come with the drive CRU. 2. Check for fault LEDs. If any amber LEDs are lit, refer to “Symptom-to-FRU index” on page 7. Drive CRU Filler panel Latch Tray handle Activity LED Fault LED IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 27 Hot Spare or Ready. The amber LED should turn off within 10 seconds after the drive-state change. 7. Configure the drive using the appropriate software. Netfinity EXP300 Type 3531...

  • Page 28: Replacing Hot-Swap Drives

    Gently push the drive CRU into the empty bay until the tray handle 2 touches the expansion unit tray. b. Push the tray handle 2 down into the closed (latched) position. IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 29: Working With Hot-Swap Power

    3. Disconnect the power cord from the power supply. 4. Loosen the power supply thumbscrews 1 . 5. Grasp the handles 2 on each side of the power supply, and pull the unit out of the expansion unit. Netfinity EXP300 Type 3531...

  • Page 30: Installing A Hot-Swap Power Supply / Fan Unit

    Replacing a bridge card To replace the bridge card CRU in the EXP300 expansion unit, follow the instructions for removing the bridge card and installing a bridge card. IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 31: Replacing The Switch Card

    Refer to “Turning the expansion unit on and off” on page 3. Make note of the switch card settings so you can set the new card to the same settings. Failure to do so will result in loss of data. Netfinity EXP300 Type 3531...

  • Page 32: Replacing An Esm Board

    2. Disconnect the SCSI cable 1 from the ESM Board. 3. Locate the orange push pin 4 to the left of each ESM board. 4. Pull the orange push pin 4 out. IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 33: Conversion Of Exp300 To A Tower Or From A Tower

    2. Back up all data. 3. Shutdown all servers attached to the Netfinity EXP300. 4. Power off the Netfinity EXP300. See “Turning the expansion unit on and off” on page 3 5. Remove switch card. See “Removing the switch card” on page 23. Set internal switches appropriate for the new configuration.

  • Page 34: Installing The Exp300 In A Rack

    8. Place the Netfinity EXP300 into its new home, rack, Netbay or tower. 9. If internal switch 3 on the switch card of your Netfinity EXP300 is set on (split bus or dual bus mode), then ensure that the SCSI cable, if plugged into the left side of the Netfinity EXP300, is now plugged into the right side and vice versa.
  • Page 35 Note: Use clip nuts if your rack has round holes. If your rack has square holes, you can use the rack-insertion tool or a flat-blade screwdriver to install cage nuts. Netfinity EXP300 Type 3531...
  • Page 36 5. Tighten the two front screws 1 ; then, tighten the four screws 2 . Repeat step 2 through step 5 to install the rail marked L on the left side of the rack. 6. Loosely insert one M5 screw 1 into each rail. IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 37: Installing The Exp300 In A Tower

    You will need a flat-blade screwdriver and a phillips screwdriver to install the EXP300. Use the mounting hardware that comes with your unit to secure it in the enclosure. Before installing the expansion unit you must: Netfinity EXP300 Type 3531...
  • Page 38 2. Secure the front of the EXP300 with black M6 hex screws 1 on the top and bottom; then, tighten the rear M5 screws 2 to secure the back of the EXP300. IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 39: Installing Identification Labels

    3 is set to On, two independent internal seven drive SCSI buses are created. External SCSI Bus 1 maps to internal SCSI Bus 1 and external SCSI Bus 2 maps to internal SCSI Bus 2. The EXP300 assigns the seven internal Bus-1 bays to SCSI IDs Netfinity EXP300 Type 3531...
  • Page 40 14 printed ID numbers are located to the right of each of the drive bays. e. Apply the label to the front of the unit as shown. 2. Install the expansion unit ID label: IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 41: Installing The Exp300 In A Netbay Enclosure

    3. Refer to “Turning the expansion unit on and off” on page 3 for information about turning on the expansion unit. Note: Important information for IBM ServeRAID users: If you are using a ServeRAID software version earlier than Version 3.50, the View Configuration screens might show SCSI IDs or bay numbers. If the data shown on the View Configuration screen begins with '0', it denotes SCSI IDs.
  • Page 42 9. Insert two M6 screws 6 , and tighten the M5 screws 2 . 10. Install hard disk drives and power supplies in the EXP300 expansion unit according to “Locations” on page 8; then, continue with “Completing the installation” on page 35. IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 43: Completing The Installation

    Apply the label to the front of the unit, as shown in the following illustrations. Single-bus configuration 11 12 Serial number label Expansion unit ID label SCSI ID label Dual-bus configuration 10 11 12 13 14 Serial number label Expansion unit ID label SCSI ID label Netfinity EXP300 Type 3531...

  • Page 44: Cabling The Expansion Unit

    SCSI and power cables, use the instructions provided in “Turning the expansion unit on and off” on page 3 for the initial startup of the expansion unit. SCSI cabling information: The IBM Netfinity EXP300 comes with two ESM boards. There are two 68-pin SCSI Very High Density Connector Interface (VHDCI) connectors.

  • Page 45: Parts Listing

    3. Go to “Turning the expansion unit on and off” on page 3 below for information about the initial startup of the expansion unit. Parts Listing System Index System (Netfinity EXP300 – Type 3531) FRU No. Filler Panel assembly 00N7259 Bridge card assembly...
  • Page 46 19K0612 9.1 GB 10K rpm Ultra2 SCSI Hard Disk Drive 37L6216 18.2 GB 10K rpm Ultra2 SCSI Hard Disk Drive 37L6217 9.1 GB 10K rpm Ultra160 SCSI Hard Disk Drive 19K0613 IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 47: Power Cords

    Index System (Netfinity EXP300 – Type 3531) FRU No. 18.2 GB 10K rpm Ultra160 SCSI Hard Disk Drive 19K0614 36.4 GB 10K rpm Ultra160 SCSI Hard Disk Drive 19K0615 EXP300 Rack-to-Tower Conversion Kit 09N7296 Power Cords IBM power cord part...
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  • Page 49: Chapter 2.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: •...

  • Page 50: Electrical Safety

    — When using testers, set the controls correctly and use the approved probe leads and accessories for that tester. — Stand on suitable rubber mats (obtained locally, if necessary) to insulate you from grounds such as metal floor strips and machine frames. IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 51: 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 52 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 53: Grounding Requirements

    — Use the round ground-prong of the ac plug on ac-operated computers. Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of the computer is required for operator safety and correct system function. Proper grounding of the electrical outlet can be verified by a certified electrician. Safety notices (multi-lingual translations) The caution and danger safety notices in this section are provided in the following languages:...
  • 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 your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer.
  • Page 55 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 56 Do not place any object weighing more than 82 kg (180 lbs.) on top of rack-mounted devices. IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 57 Importante: Todas as instruções de cuidado e perigo da Netfinity Server Library 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 58 Aqueça a mais de 100°C (212°F) • Conserte nem desmonte Para descartar a bateria, entre em contato com a área de atendimento a clientes IBM, pelo telefone (011) 889-8986, para obter informações sobre como enviar a bateria pelo correio para a IBM.
  • Page 59 PERIGO Alguns produtos a laser contêm um diodo laser da Classe 3A ou Classe 3B embutido. Observe o seguinte: Radiação de laser quando aberto. Não olhe diretamente para o raio a olho nu ou com instrumentos íticos, e evite exposição direta ao raio. Instrução 4 ≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70,5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121,2 lbs)
  • Page 60 Não coloque nenhum objeto com peso superior a 82 kg (180 lbs.) sobre dispositivos montados em rack. IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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  • Page 69 Important: Toutes les consignes Attention et Danger indiquées dans la bibliothèque Netfinity Server 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 70 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 71 DANGER Certains produits laser contiennent une diode laser de classe 3A ou 3B. Prenez connaissance des informations suivantes: Rayonnement laser lorsque le carter est ouvert. évitez de regarder fixement le faisceau ou de l'observer à l'aide d'instruments optiques. évitez une exposition directe au rayon.
  • Page 72 ATTENTION: Ne posez pas d'objet dont le poids dépasse 82 kg sur les unités montées en armoire. IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 73 Wichtig: Alle Sicherheitshinweise in dieser Netfinity Server-Bibliothek 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 1.
  • Page 74 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.
  • Page 75 • Steuer- und Einstellelemente sowie Verfahren nur entsprechend den Anweisungen im vorliegenden Handbuch einsetzen. Andernfalls kann gefährliche Laserstrahlung auftreten. VORSICHT Manche CD-ROM-Laufwerke enthalten eine eingebaute Laserdiode der Klasse 3A oder 3B. Die nachfolgend aufgeführten Punkte beachten. Laserstrahlung bei geöffneter Tür. Niemals direkt in den Laserstrahl sehen, nicht direkt mit optischen Instrumenten betrachten und den Strahlungsbereich meiden.
  • Page 76 ACHTUNG: Keine Gegenstände, die mehr als 82 kg wiegen, auf Rack-Einheiten ablegen. IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 77 Importante: Tutti gli avvisi di attenzione e di pericolo riportati nella pubblicazione Netfinity Server Library 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 78 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 79 PERICOLO Alcuni prodotti laser contengono all’interno un diodo laser di Classe 3A o Classe 3B. Prestare attenzione a quanto segue: Aprendo l'unità vengono emesse radiazioni laser. Non fissare il fascio, non guardarlo direttamente con strumenti ottici ed evitare l'esposizione diretta al fascio. Avviso 4 ≥18 kg ≥32 kg...
  • Page 80 ATTENZIONE: Non poggiare oggetti che pesano più di 82 kg sulla parte superiore delle unità montate in rack. IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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  • Page 84 Conecte y desconecte los cables tal como se describe en la tabla siguiente cuando desee realizar una operaciín de instalaciín, de traslado o de apertura de las cubiertas para este producto o para los dispositivos conectados. IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 85 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 86 Es posible también que el dispositivo tenga más de un cable de alimentaciín. Para eliminar la corriente eléctrica del dispositivo, asegúrese de desconectar todos los cables de alimentaciín de la fuente de alimentaciín. Declaración 10 IBM Netfinity EXP300 - Type 3531 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 87 PRECAUCIÓN: No coloque ningún objeto que pese más de 82 kg (180 libras) encima de los dispositivos montados en bastidor. Chapter 2. Related service information...

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