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  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    ERserver pSeries 690 Installation Guide Installation Guide SA38-0587-01...
  • Page 3 ERserver pSeries 690 Installation Guide Installation Guide SA38-0587-01...
  • Page 4 Note to U.S. Government Users -- Documentation related to restricted rights -- Use, duplication or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth is GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp. A reader’s comment form is provided at the back of this publication. If the form has been removed, address comments to Information Development, Department H6DS-905-6C006, 11400 Burnet Road, Austin, Texas 78758-3493.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Notices. . vii Electrical Safety . vii Laser Safety Information . . ix Laser Compliance . . ix Data Integrity and Verification . . xi About This Book . xiii ISO 9000 . xiii Online Publications . . xiii Highlighting .
  • Page 6 Step 12. Turn on the IBF Breaker (If Present) . 28 Step 13. Have the Customer Activate the Designated Circuit Breakers . . 28 Step 14. Set the Console’s Date and Time . 28 Step 15. Ensure that the Latest Firmware, HMC Code and Adapter/Drive Microcode are Installed .
  • Page 7 Mounting Internal Rack Components . 53 Determine Your Next Step . . 54 Attach the Rack to a Concrete (Non-Raised) Floor . . 55 Attaching the Rack to a Short or Long Raised Floor . 59 Appendix E. Installing Multiple pSeries 690s To One Hardware Management Console .
  • Page 8 Appendix J. Removing and Installing the Rack Top Frame. . 105 Options for Performing this Procedure. . 105 Required Tools . . 106 Removing the Covers . . 107 Side Cover Removal . 108 Removing the Rack Top Frame for Clearance Through Doorways .

  • Page 9: Safety Notices

    Safety Notices Attention: When moving or relocating certain configurations of the system, the Bulk Power Regulators (BPR’s) must be removed from the top of the rack (front and rear) to ensure product stability. Specifically, removal of the top two BPR’s in the front and rear is required in systems that have less then 2 I/O drawers in the rack.
  • Page 10 CAUTION: This product is equipped with a four-wire (three-phase and ground) power cable for the user’s safety. Use this power cable with a properly grounded electrical outlet to avoid electrical shock. DANGER To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect all power cables from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.

  • Page 11: Laser Safety Information

    CAUTION: All IBM laser modules are designed so that there is never any human access to laser radiation above a class 1 level during normal operation, user maintenance, or prescribed service conditions. Data processing environments can contain equipment transmitting on system links with laser modules that operate at greater than class 1 power levels.
  • Page 12 pSeries 690 Installation Guide...

  • Page 13: Data Integrity And Verification

    Users should periodically check the IBM support websites for updated information and fixes applicable to the system and related software.
  • Page 14 pSeries 690 Installation Guide...

  • Page 15: About This Book

    SA38-0590, provides information to system administrators on how to install and use a Hardware Management Console (HMC) to manage a system. v The Eserver pSeries 690 Service Guide , order number SA38-0589, contains reference information, maintenance analysis procedures (MAPs), error codes, removal and replacement procedures, and a parts catalog.

  • Page 16: Trademarks

    v The RS/6000 and Eserver Adapters, Devices and Cable Information for Multiple Bus Systems , order number SA38-0516, contains information about adapters, devices, and cables for your server. This manual is intended to supplement the service information found in the Diagnostic Information for Multiple Bus Systems . v The PCI Adapter Placement Reference , order number SA38-0538, contains information regarding slot restrictions for adapters that can be used in this system.

  • Page 17: Chapter 1. Getting Started

    Chapter 1. Getting Started This chapter helps you get started with installing and configuring the pSeries 690 environment. The following information is included in the chapter: v Eserver pSeries Roadmap v Documentation Overview - Brief description of the printed and softcopy documentation shipped including targeted audience v Configuring Online Documentation - How to install and view the online documentation.
  • Page 18 The Eserver pSeries Roadmap helps you locate marketing, service, and customer task information. The roadmap guides you through the tasks and the publications that document those tasks. pSeries 690 Installation Guide...

  • Page 19: Documentation Overview

    Table 2. Installing and Configuring Documentation Title Description Audience Type Eserver pSeries 690 Provides information on how to install Service printed Installation Guide system hardware, cable the system, personnel and verify operations.
  • Page 20 Hardware administrators Operations Guide Management Console (HMC). Logical softcopy partition (LPAR) tasks, such as configuring and managing partitions on multiple host servers, are included. Eserver pSeries 690 Provides using, problem System printed User’s Guide determination, and service processor administrators information.

  • Page 21: Configuring Online Documentation

    It is not necessary to install the operating system’s online documentation onto your server. You can access all of the documentation through the Internet at the following Web address: http://www.ibm.com/servers/aix/library However, if you use the Documentation Library Service to search any online documentation, it searches only the registered documentation that is installed.
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  • Page 23: Chapter 2. Installing The Pseries 690

    Chapter 2. Installing the pSeries 690 Use the procedures in this chapter to set up your pSeries 690. Minimum System Configuration The minimum system configuration consists of the redundant bulk power subsystem, one processor subsystem, a media subsystem, and one I/O subsystem in the same rack, as well as access to a Hardware Management Console for pSeries (HMC).

  • Page 24: Multiple System Configurations

    A secondary rack may be required to support additional I/O subsystems and is placed to the left of the primary rack. Multiple System Configurations The system configuration may vary. Other configurations include the following: v Multiple pSeries 690 servers attached to one HMC. For more information on this configuration, see Appendix E, “Installing Multiple pSeries 690s To One Hardware Management Console”...

  • Page 25: Step 2. Check The Inventory

    A floor plan, showing where to place each rack v The items necessary for installing a modem, including the correct telephone jack, line cords, cables, and a power source Refer to the IBM Hardware Management Console for pSeries Operations Guide for information on the HMC inventory. PrimaryRack Inventory...

  • Page 26: Step 3. Position And Level The Primaryrack

    Step 3. Position and Level the PrimaryRack To adjust the leveling feet on the rack, do the following: 1. Ensure the rack is positioned according to the customer plan. 2. Loosen the jam nut on each leveling foot by turning the nut counterclockwise (away from the bottom of the rack).

  • Page 27: Step 4. Attach And Cable Secondary Rack (If Ordered)

    Step 4. Attach and Cable Secondary Rack (If Ordered) Use the illustration on page 12 for more information on following these procedures. 1. Screw two standoffs to the primaryrack and the other two to the secondary rack. 2. Attach EMC bottom trim to the secondary rack, using four screws. 3.
  • Page 28 9. Use screws and washers to screw the frames together. 1 Secondary Rack Top Hat Side Cover 2 EMC Top Trim Primary Side Cover 3 Bolt and Washer (Qty. 4 each) Rear Vertical Trim 4 Threaded Standoff (Qty. 4 each) EMC Bottom Trim 5 Front Vertical Trim Lower Vertical Foam...

  • Page 29: Connecting Internal Power Cords For The Secondary Rack

    Connecting Internal Power Cords for the Secondary Rack If you are installing a secondary rack, route the power cords from the primary rack to the secondary rack and connect them to the drawers in the secondary rack. See Appendix H, “Cabling Information” on page 95 for additional information. Primary Rack Front Secondary Rack Front To Back...

  • Page 30: Connecting I/O Cables For The Secondary Rack

    Connecting I/O Cables for the Secondary Rack If you are installing a secondary rack, route the I/O cables from the primary rack to the secondary rack and connect them to the drawers in the secondary rack. Secondary Rack Rear Primary Rack Rear To Primary Rack Ports 0 and 1 Ports 0 and 1...

  • Page 31: Connecting The Integrated Battery Feature Power For The Secondary Rack

    Connecting the Integrated Battery Feature Power for the Secondary Rack If you are installing an IBF for the secondary rack, route the cables as shown in the following illustration: Secondary Rack Front Secondary Rack Rear IBF-P1 IBF-P1 Chapter 2. Installing the pSeries 690...

  • Page 32: Step 6. Observe This Safety Notice During Installation

    Step 6. Observe this Safety Notice During Installation DANGER An electrical outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardous voltage on metal parts of the system or the devices that attach to the system. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that the outlet is correctly wired and grounded to prevent an electrical shock.

  • Page 33: Step 7. Check The Cables And Connect I/O Devices

    Step 7. Check the Cables and Connect I/O Devices Cables may loosen during shipping. Check for loose cables before completing the installation. For cabling illustrations, see Appendix G, “Subsystem Positioning and Cabling” on page 83. For further details on the cable descriptions and labels, see Appendix H, “Cabling Information”...
  • Page 34 connection is made. This figure illustrates the back of the machine UEPO panel with the room EPO cable plugging into the machine. Notice the switch actuator. Once the switch actuator is moved to make the cable connection possible, the room EPO cable must be installed for the machine to power on.

  • Page 35: Step 9. Check The Outlets And The Power Source

    Step 9. Check the Outlets and the Power Source CAUTION: Do not touch the receptacle or the receptacle faceplate with anything other than your test probes before you have met the requirements in below. Do the following to ensure that the customer has provided the correct power to the system: __ 1.
  • Page 36 Note: If your power source does not have a standard receptacle, check for voltage using local procedures. Measure for appropriate voltages between phases. If no voltage is present on the receptacle case or grounded pin, the receptacle is safe to touch. __ 8.

  • Page 37: Step 10. Connect And Route The Power Cords To The Pseries 690

    Step 10. Connect and Route the Power Cords to the pSeries 690 Before you connect the power cords, loosen or remove the cable retainers and filler plate located along the side and bottom of the frame. The following tables shows a listing of each of the brackets and recommended range of cable sizes for each.

  • Page 38: Step 11. Install The Hardware Management Console (Hmc)

    2. Secure the power cord from top to bottom in the channel with the brackets. 3. Remove the lower panel of the frame, and route the cord through the channel under the frame. 4. Route the rear line cord underneath the frame to the back floor tile hole. For more information on floor cutouts, refer to the Site and Hardware Planning Information , order number SA38-0508.
  • Page 39 1. Attach the monitor cable to the monitor connector, and tighten the screws. Chapter 2. Installing the pSeries 690...
  • Page 40 2. If a label for the monitor was shipped with your system, attach the label to the bottom-right corner of the monitor. 3. Attach the power cord to the monitor (item 1 in the following illustration). If the HMC has a voltage switch, ensure that it is in the correct position for the supply voltage. Attention: Do not the plug power cords into the electrical outlet at this point.
  • Page 41 5. Connect the HMC serial cable to serial port HMC1 on the primary I/O book. For two HMCs, connect the redundant HMC into serial port HMC2 on the primary I/O book. The following illustration shows the location of the serial ports on the back of the HMC and the HMC connectors located on the primary I/O book.

  • Page 42: Connect The External Modem

    Part Number 11P3956 15m cable 9 Position to 9 Position Part Number 31L7196 15m cable 9 Position to 25Position Connect the External Modem The external modem is used in conjunction with the HMC’s Service Agent and Call Home features. To properly service your machine, it is important that you configure the Service Agent feature correctly the first time.

  • Page 43: Connect The Lan Cable (If Applicable)

    | | | Down Asynchronous Terminal (AT) Responses Enabled (Extended Responses Enabled) | | | *Down Asynchronous Operation | | | 28.8KB Line Speed | | | | | | Carrier Detect (CD) and Data Set Ready (DSR) Normal Functions | | | 2-Wire Leased Line Enabled Note: * Only switches 5 and 12 are changed from the factory default settings.

  • Page 44: Step 12. Turn On The Ibf Breaker (If Present)

    1. Ensure that the tag S229-0237, which reads “Do Not Operate,” has been removed. 2. Reset the circuit breaker. Note: Only the following steps should be performed by the IBM service representative. 3. Turn the UEPO switch to the ON position.

  • Page 45: Step 15. Ensure That The Latest Firmware, Hmc Code And Adapter/Drive Microcode Are Installed

    – From CORE, choose CORE Product Family and eServer pSeries - RS/6000 – Choose CORE Machine Type and pSeries - RS/6000 - Microcode- System/Service For HMC core: v Go to the website http://techsupport.services.ibm.com/server/hmc?fetch=home.html and select Corrective Service For the latest adapter/drive microcode: Chapter 2. Installing the pSeries 690...

  • Page 46: Proceed To Verifying The Hardware Operation

    Access CORE or go to the website http://techsupport.services.ibm.com/server/mdownload/download.html Proceed to Verifying the Hardware Operation The installation of the pSeries 690 is now complete. Proceed to Chapter 3, “Verifying the Hardware Operation” on page 31. pSeries 690 Installation Guide...

  • Page 47: Chapter 3. Verifying The Hardware Operation

    1. From the HMC, select Server 2. From the HMC, select Partition Management Refer to the IBM Hardware Management Console for pSeries Operations Guide , order number SA38-0590, for more information on full system partitions. 3. From the HMC, select Server Management 4.

  • Page 48: Loading The Standalone Diagnostics From Cd-Rom

    1. Stop all programs, including the AIX operating system (get help if needed). 2. Remove all tapes, diskettes, and CD-ROMs. 3. Power off the pSeries 690 (refer to the IBM Hardware Management Console for pSeries Operations Guide , order number SA38-0590, for more information).

  • Page 49: Chapter 4. Completing The Installation

    Chapter 4. Completing the Installation This chapter contains information on the final installation steps. Complete the steps described in this chapter after you verify the hardware operation as described in Chapter 3, “Verifying the Hardware Operation” on page 31. For instructions on returning the crates, refer to the crate unpacking instruction shipped with the pSeries 690.
  • Page 50 1 Hinge Pin (Typical Front and Rear Front Door Door) 2 Rack Hinge (Typical Front and Rear Door Rear Door) pSeries 690 Installation Guide...

  • Page 51: Configure The Network

    Type the appropriate network information in the IP Address, Name Services, and Routing tabs on the Network Configuration window. v Select OK. For more information on configuring the network, refer to the IBM Hardware Management Console for pSeries Operations Guide , order number SA38-0590. Configure Inventory Scout Services Inventory Scout Services is an AIX tool that surveys managed systems for hardware and software information.

  • Page 52: Collect Vital Product Data Information

    1. In the Navigation area, double-click the Inventory Scout Services icon. 2. In the Contents area, select Inventory Scout Profile Configuration. 3. From the list, select a managed system. 4. Select Next. 5. From the list, select the partition you want to configure. 6.

  • Page 53: Configure The Service Agent

    3. Type the information as follows: Customer Contact Name The person that IBM can reach when an error is reported to IBM by the Service Agent. Customer Phone Number The phone number associated with the person whose name is placed in the Customer Contact Name field.
  • Page 54 14. Select your Gateway machine by clicking it. 15. Select Register. The “Would you like to IGN now” window displays. 16. Select Yes. The Service Agent is now attempting to connect to the IBM Service Agent server, using the modem you have selected.

  • Page 55: Running System Verification

    Running System Verification Before you run system verification, the diagnostics must have been loaded. For information about how to load diagnostics, see Chapter 3, “Verifying the Hardware Operation” on page 31. While the power-on sequence is completing, the following events occur: v The power LED on the media subsystem operator panel starts blinking at a fast rate.

  • Page 56: Performing Additional System Verification

    v The A Problem Was Detected On (Time Stamp) menu displays, with either a service request number (SRN) or an error code. Make a note of any codes displayed on the display or operator panel. To perform additional system verification, go to “Performing Additional System Verification”.

  • Page 57: Getting Started

    date on a partition’s software is set 90 days behind the HMC’s set time, the serviceable events reported from this partition are immediately discarded. Getting Started When you are setting up Service Focal Point, keep the following in mind: v If the /var file system is full (either on the HMC or partitions), it can prevent Serviceable Events from being reported to the HMC.

  • Page 58: Complete System Records And Installation Procedure

    If the event does not post, then contact software support. For more information on the Service Focal Point, refer to the IBM Hardware Management Console for pSeries Operations Guide , order number SA38-0590. Complete System Records and Installation Procedure Update the “System Records”...

  • Page 59: Appendix A. Communications Statements

    Appendix A. Communications Statements The following statement applies to this product. The statement for other products intended for use with this product appears in their accompanying documentation. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 60: International Electrotechnical Commission (Iec) Statement

    International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Statement This product has been designed and built to comply with IEC 60950. United Kingdom Telecommunications Safety Requirements This equipment is manufactured to the International Safety Standard EN60950 and as such is approved in the UK under the General Approval Number NS/G/1234/J/100003 for indirect connection to the public telecommunication network.

  • Page 61: Electromagnetic Interference (Emi) Statement - Taiwan

    Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt in Übereinstimmung mit Dem deutschen EMVG vom 9.Nov.92 das EG–Konformitätszeichen zu führen. Der Aussteller der Konformitätserklärung ist die IBM Germany. Dieses Gerät erfüllt die Bedingungen der EN 55022 Klasse A. Für diese von Geräten gilt folgende Bestimmung nach dem EMVG: Geräte dürfen an Orten, für die sie nicht ausreichend entstört sind, nur mit besonderer...
  • Page 62 pSeries 690 Installation Guide...

  • Page 63: Appendix B. Environmental Notices

    The battery(s) must be recycled or disposed of properly. Recycling facilities may not be available in your area. In the United States, IBM has established a collection process for reuse, recycling, or proper disposal of used sealed lead acid, nickel cadmium and nickel metal hydride batteries and battery packs from IBM equipment.

  • Page 64: Acoustical Noise Emissions

    Acoustical Noise Emissions The equivalent continuous A-weighted sound pressure level at workstations (emission sound pressure level at the 1-meter bystander positions) does not exceed 70 dB(A). Der Geräuschpegel der Einheit ist kleiner oder gleich 70 db(A). Declared Acoustical Noise Emissions Acoustical Characteristic Product Configuration Declared A-Weighted Sound...

  • Page 65: Appendix C. Notices

    Appendix C. Notices This information was developed for products and services offered in the U.S.A. The manufacturer may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries. Consult the manufacturer’s representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to the manufacturer’s product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that product, program, or service may be used.
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  • Page 67: Appendix D. Securing The Rack

    Appendix D. Securing the Rack This appendix contains information about installing the rack for the pSeries 690. For further information, refer to PN44P0159, installation instructions for RPQ’s 8A1183, 8A1185, 8A1186 shown below: v RPQ 8A1183 for attaching the rack-mounting plates to the concrete floor (non-raised floor) v RPQ 8A1185 to attach the rack to a concrete floor when on a raised floor (9 1/2 inches to 11 3/4 inches high)
  • Page 68 Item 8 in illustration on page 11P3530 Latch plate Item 6 in illustration on page 11P3531 EQ support Item 2 in illustration on page 11P3532 Shipping bar (upper) Item 7 in illustration on page 76X4687 Latch bolt Item 1 in illustration on page 1624804 Screw (hex flange, 20mm, long) Item 9 in illustration on page...

  • Page 69: Mounting Internal Rack Components

    Item 9 in illustration on 1621546 Screw (hex, 25mm, long, hinge) page 54. Item 10 in illustration on 1622307 Washer (M-8, hinge) page 54. 11P4758 Frame tie-down Kit (Long - Raised Floor) (RPQ 8A1186) Item Part Number Description Illustration on page 63. 44P0674 Turnbuckle Assembly (long) Item 3 in illustration on...

  • Page 70: Determine Your Next Step

    6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to install the hinges on the rear rail. 7. Attach the latch plate (item 8 in illustration on page 54) with two M-8 (20 mm) screws (item 1 in illustration on page 54). 8. Repeat step 7 to attach the latch plate in the rear of the rack. 9.

  • Page 71: Attach The Rack To A Concrete (Non-Raised) Floor

    Attach the Rack to a Concrete (Non-Raised) Floor Use this procedure to attach the rack to a concrete (non-raised) floor. Attention: It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure the following steps are completed before the service representative performs the tie-down procedure. Note: The customer should obtain the service of a qualified structural engineer to determine appropriate anchoring of the mounting plates.
  • Page 72 1. Be sure the rack is in the correct location. Rack Tie Down (Non-Raised Floor) 2. Place the mounting plates (item 1 in illustration on page 56), front and rear, in the approximate mounting position under the system rack. 3. To align the mounting plates to the system rack, do the following: a.
  • Page 73 4. Mark the floor around the edge of the mounting plates, as shown in the following illustration: 709.8 mm REF (32x) 21 mm REF (10x) 65.5 mm REF 27.5 mm REF Mounting Plate Rear Caster Caster Rack Caster Caster Front Mounting Plate (4x) ½...
  • Page 74 2. Place the four rack-mounting bolts through the plate assemblies with the D-washer positioned so that the straight side of the washer is facing inward toward the system rack. 3. Place the isolator bushing (item 4 in illustration on page 56) inside the leveling foot with a washer between the isolator bushing and the floor plate.

  • Page 75: Attaching The Rack To A Short Or Long Raised Floor

    Attaching the Rack to a Short or Long Raised Floor Attention: It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure the following steps are completed before the service representative performs the tie-down procedure. Note: To accommodate a floor with a depth of more than 16 inches, asteel beam or a steel channel adapter for mounting the subfloor eyebolts are required.
  • Page 76 3. Plan for installing four eyebolts positioned to match the dimensions given in the following illustrations. (8) x 49.3 mm 64.6 mm 24 in REF Eyebolts 610 mm REF (4x) 450 mm REF 654.8 mm (4) Opening for Cables 654.8 mm 64.6 mm 2440 mm REF 96 in REF...
  • Page 77 To install the frame, do the following: Attention: It is the service representative’s responsibility to complete the following steps. 1. Before starting the installation, check all cable openings in the floor panel and location of the rubber bushing holes so that they match the dimensions given in the following illustrations.
  • Page 78 654.8 mm (4X) Opening for Cables 64.6 mm (8) 49.3 mm Eyebolt 600 mm REF (4X) 450 mm REF 23.6 in REF 64.6 mm 654.8 mm 600 mm (23.6 Inch Floor) Tile Layout 2. Power off the system and make sure all cables and connectors are disconnected and are not dangling around the frame.
  • Page 79 5. Remove the pin and the spacer from the lower jaw (see the following illustrations). Frame Floor Eyebolt (customer-supplied) Jam Nut Threaded Rod Rack Leveler Rubber Bushing Washer Turnbuckle (Short or Long) Spacer Lower Jaw Shaft Note: The difference between the two turnbuckle assemblies is the length of the turnbuckle.
  • Page 80 Attention: To avoid a tipping hazard, make sure that the frame casters do not roll into the cable opening. 11. Turn the leveling foot of the plate assembly down until it contacts the bushing, and then level the rack using the four leveling feet by tightening the lock nuts. 12.

  • Page 81: Appendix E. Installing Multiple Pseries 690S To One Hardware Management Console

    Appendix E. Installing Multiple pSeries 690s To One Hardware Management Console This appendix details how to install multiple pSeries 690 servers to one Hardware Management Console (HMC). The HMC might have an 8-Port ASYNC adapter or a 128-Port ASYNC adapter installed to allow multiple servers to connect. Procedures for configuring either of the ASYNC adapters follows.

  • Page 82: Connect The Serial Cables From The Pseries 690 To The 8-Port Async Adapters

    Connect the Serial Cables from the pSeries 690 to the 8-Port ASYNC Adapters Up to two optional 8-port async adapters can be installed. The D-shell connector on the back of the adapter attaches to the 8-port expansion cable. The cable is about 3 feet long, and on the other end, has a slim box (8 1/2 inches x 3 inches x 1 1/2 inches) with 8 separate serial port connectors on it.

  • Page 83: Installing The 128-Port Async Adapter

    Installing the 128-Port ASYNC Adapter The 128-Port ASYNC adapter is an option for the HMC. It must be configured by the customer engineer when the HMC is installed. The 128-Port ASYNC adapter software is installed in the HMC base software installation package. This adapter provides the control function and connectors to attach eight 16-port remote async nodes (RANs).

  • Page 84: Setting A Ran Node Number

    v Up to eight RANS may be attached to one adapter total. If 4 are attached to line one, then only 4 more can be attached to line 2. v RANs MUST be numbered in ascending order. The RAN closest to the adapter is assigned as node 1.

  • Page 85: Configuring The 128-Port Async Adapter

    Answer: Enter the total number of 8 and/or 128 Port ASYNC adapters are installed in the HMC PC. b. Question: Board #1. What type of board is this? (’L’ for list) Answer: Use board type 16 (IBM 128-Port ASYNC PCI) c. Question: How many ports does this digiBoard have? Possible values:...
  • Page 86 11) 88 12) 96 13) 104 14) 112 15) 120 16) 128 Board #1 How many ports? (1–16) Answer: Count the total number of Enhanced RANs you are attaching to the 128-Port ASYNC adapter and multiply by two. For example: 2 (RANs) multiplied by 2 equals 4.

  • Page 87: Updating The Device Driver

    Updating the Device Driver To update the device driver for the 128-Port ASYNC adapter, perform the following: 1. Move the .rpm device package to the HMC. 2. At the command prompt, enter rpm -i -force epca-1.51-2.i386.rpm The device driver is installed as /lib/modules/2.4.9–12/misc/epca.o If lib/modules/2.4.9-12/kernel/drivers/char/epca.o exists, remove it.

  • Page 88: Verify Installation Is Complete By Using The Hmc Interface

    Verify Installation is Complete by Using the HMC Interface The HMC provides a predefined user called hscroot . The hscroot password is abc123. This hscroot user ID is a member of the System Administrator role. When the console is powered on for the first time, use this user ID to log in. After you are logged in, you can create additional users.
  • Page 89 host system applications that are managed by the console. Each system application contains its own set of applications that contain managed objects, tasks, and actions for a related set of system entities or resources. The panel on the right (the Contents Area) displays results based on the item you select in the Navigation area.
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  • Page 91: Appendix F. System Records

    Appendix F. System Records Use this appendix to keep a record of your server configuration. Record the Identification Numbers The basic server consists of the redundant bulk power subsystem, one processor subsystem, a media subsystem, and one I/O subsystem in the same rack, as well as access to one Hardware Management Console (HMC).
  • Page 92 Use the following to keep a record of your components. Component Serial Number pSeries 690 I/O Drawer 1 I/O Drawer 2 I/O Drawer 3 I/O Drawer 4 (or Drawer 7 if installed) I/O Drawer 5 I/O Drawer 6 I/O Drawer 7 I/O Drawer 8 pSeries 690 Installation Guide...

  • Page 93: Record System - Cpu, Memory, And I/O Configuration

    Record System - CPU, Memory, and I/O Configuration The following illustration shows the location codes for the primary rack. These codes are used to identify the major functional units in the pSeries 690. U1.35-P2-X1 Unused U1.35-P1-X1 Unused U1.35-P2-X2 U1.35-P1-X2 U1.35-P2-X3 U1.35-P1-X3 U1.35-P2-X4 U1.35-P1-X4...
  • Page 94 The following illustration shows the location codes for the secondary rack. These codes are used to identify the major functional units in the pSeries 690 systems. U2.19 U2.19 U2.17-P2-V6 U2.17-P1-V5 U2.13 U2.13 U2.9 U2.9 U2.5 U2.5 U2.1 U2.1 REAR FRONT pSeries 690 Installation Guide...
  • Page 95 Physical Memory Location available Other Description Information Card MCM 0 installed U1.18-P1-C1 MCM 0 VPD Card U1.18-P1-H2.3 Memory U1.18-P1-M2 Memory Book v 4 GB v 8 GB v 16 GB v 32 GB Memory U1.18-P1-M3 Memory Book v 4 GB v 8 GB v 16 GB v 32 GB...
  • Page 96 Physical Memory Location available Other Description Information Card Memory U1.18-P1-M4 Memory Book v 4 GB v 8 GB v 16 GB v 32 GB Memory U1.18-P1-M8 Memory Book v 4 GB v 8 GB v 16 GB v 32 GB L3 Modules v U1.18-P1-C8 v U1.18-P1-C12...

  • Page 97: Verify That All Hardware Is Present

    Physical Memory Location available Other Description Information Card Secondary I/O v U1.18-P1-H3 - I/O Slot 2 Outside RIO Connector A0 and A1 Book - Drawer 5 Outside RIO Connector B0 and B1 Drawer 6 Secondary I/O v U1.18-P1-H4 - I/O Slot 3 Outside RIO Connector C0 and C1 Book - Drawer 7...
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  • Page 99: Appendix G. Subsystem Positioning And Cabling

    Appendix G. Subsystem Positioning and Cabling This section shows subsystem positioning and cabling for the pSeries 690. Operator Panel Cable and Diskette Drive Cable to the Media Subsystem (rear view) Primary I/O Book Diskette Drive Data Cable Cable Connecting the Operator Panel Media Subsystem to the Media Subsystem...

  • Page 100: I/O Subsystem Positions, Fully Populated Primary And Secondary Rack

    I/O Subsystem Positions, Fully Populated Primary and Secondary Rack (rear view without IBF) EIA 19 EIA 17 EIA 13 EIA 9 EIA 5 EIA 1 Primary Rack Third I/O Subsystem Secondary Rack Fourth I/O Subsystem Blank Space Fifth I/O Subsystem Blank Space Sixth I/O Subsystem First I/O Subsystem...

  • Page 101: I/O Subsystem Positions, Fully Populated Primary And Secondary Rack (Rear View With Ibfs)

    I/O Subsystem Positions, Fully Populated Primary and Secondary Rack (rear view with IBFs) Primary Rack Four IBFs (primary rack), Position 4 Primary I/O Book (Book 0) Fifth I/O Subsystem Secondary Rack Sixth I/O Subsystem First I/O Subsystem Seventh I/O Subsystem Second I/O Subsystem Two IBFs (secondary rack) Third I/O Subsystem...

  • Page 102: Placement Of Subsystem 4 In A Two-Rack Configuration (Rear View With Ibf)

    Placement of Subsystem 4 in a Two-Rack Configuration (rear view with IBF) EIA 9 EIA 5 EIA 1 Primary Rack Third I/O Subsystem Secondary Rack Fourth I/O Subsystem First I/O Subsystem Four IBFs Second I/O Subsystem Note: The physical location shown for I/O Subsystem 4 is populated only when IBFs are present and four or more I/O subsystems are installed.

  • Page 103: I/O Subsystems (1 Through 4 Without Ibfs) Rio Cabling To I/O Books

    I/O Subsystems (1 Through 4 Without IBFs) RIO Cabling to I/O Books Primary Rack First I/O Subsystem Primary I/O Book Fourth I/O Subsystem Third I/O Subsystem Secondary I/O Book Second I/O Subsystem Appendix G. Subsystem Positioning and Cabling...

  • Page 104: I/O Subsystems (5 And 6) Rio Cabling To The Secondary I/O Book

    I/O Subsystems (5 and 6) RIO Cabling to the Secondary I/O Book Shown Without IBFs Primary Rack Fifth I/O Subsystem Secondary Rack Sixth I/O Subsystem Secondary I/O Book Note: RIO cabling to I/O Subsystems 5 and 6 is the same for configurations with or without the IBFs.

  • Page 105: I/O Subsystems (7 And 8) Rio Cabling To The Third I/O Book

    I/O Subsystems (7 and 8) RIO Cabling to the Third I/O Book Shown with IBFs Primary Rack Fourth I/O Subsystem Secondary Rack Two IBFs (maximum), Position 4 Third I/O Book (Book 3) Fifth I/O Subsystem First I/O Subsystem Sixth I/O Subsystem Second I/O Subsystem Seventh I/O Subsystem Third I/O Subsystem...

  • Page 106: I/O Subsystem (1 Through 3 With Ibfs) Rio Cabling To I/O Books

    I/O Subsystem (1 through 3 with IBFs) RIO Cabling to I/O Books Primary Rack Connection to I/O Book (Book 0) Primary I/O Book Connection to I/O Book (Book 0) Third I/O Subsystem Connection to I/O Book (Book 0) Second I/O Subsystem Connection to I/O Book (Book 0) First I/O Subsystem Connection to I/O Book (Book 2)

  • Page 107: Rio Cable To I/O Subsystem (4 Through 6) With Ibfs Installed

    RIO Cable to I/O Subsystem (4 through 6) with IBFs Installed Secondary Rack Sixth I/O Subsystem Primary Rack Seventh I/O Subsystem Secondary I/O Book in I/O Slot 3 Eighth I/O Subsystem Secondary I/O Book in Slot 2 Connection to I/O Book (Book 2) First I/O Subsystem Connection to I/O Book (Book 2) Second I/O Subsystem...

  • Page 108: I/O Subsystems (7 And 8) Rio Cabling To The Third I/O Book

    I/O Subsystems (7 and 8) RIO Cabling to the Third I/O Book Shown with IBFs Primary Rack Fifth I/O Subsystem Secondary Rack Sixth I/O Subsystem Third I/O Book (Book 3) Seventh I/O Subsystem First /O Subsystem Eighth I/O Subsystem Second Subsystem Connection to I/O Book (Book 3) Third I/O Subsystem Connection to I/O Book (Book 3)

  • Page 109: Power And Scsi Cables To The Media Subsystem

    Power and SCSI Cables to the Media Subsystem Primary Rack SCSI Cable for Media Subsystem Rear Drives Primary I/O Book SCSI Cable for Media Subsystem Front Drives Power Cable for Media Subsystem Power Cable for Media Subsystem Front Drives Rear Drives Rear of Media Subsystem Appendix G.

  • Page 110: Hardware Management Console For Pseries (Hmc) To The Primary I/O Book

    Hardware Management Console for pSeries (HMC) to the Primary I/O Book To connect your HMC to the pSeries 690, connect the serial cable into serial port 1 located on the back of the HMC. Connect the other end of the serial cable into the HMC1 connector located on the primary I/O book on the managed system.

  • Page 111: Appendix H. Cabling Information

    Appendix H. Cabling Information This appendix provides information on the location, and label colors of the pSeries 690 cables. Power Cabling Rear Front...
  • Page 112 Index Part Units Per Description Number Assy Bulk Power Distribution on the A side of the system (BPD A Side) Bulk Power Distribution on the B side of the system (BPD B Side) A35-BPC-P03 to Bulk Power Fan P1-F1, Cable attached to FAN (BPF-A) B35-BPC-P03 to Bulk Power Fan P2-F1, Cable attached to FAN (BPF-B)

  • Page 113: Rio Cables And I/O Power Cables

    RIO Cables and I/O Power Cables Index Number FRU Part Units Per Description Number Assy 11P2355 Up to 8 RIO cable 0.5-meter 11P0272 Up to 16 RIO cable 2-meter 44H9137 Up to 16 RIO cable 15-meter 11P4490 I/O Subsystem 1 power cable (DCA1-P01) 11P4491 I/O Subsystem 1 power cable (DCA1-P00) 11P4492...
  • Page 114 Index Number FRU Part Units Per Description Number Assy 44P0195 I/O Subsystem 8 power cable (DCA1-P00) 44P0196 I/O Subsystem 8 power cable (DCA2-P01) 44P0197 I/O Subsystem 8 power cable (DCA2-P00) Note: The cables tied along the raceway may settle during shipment and might be tight when reconnecting to the BPA.
  • Page 115 From Description Label Color (A=Primary) (Z=Secondary) A35B-BPD2A-P04 Z09B-DCA1-P01 BPD1A to I/O Yellow W/Stripes Subsystem #4 (with IBF) A35P-BPD2B-P04 Z09B-DCA1-P00 BPD1B to I/O Yellow Subsystem #4 (with IBF) A35B-BPD2A-P05 Z09B-DCA2-P01 BPD1A to I/O Yellow W/Stripes Subsystem #4 (with IBF) A35P-BPD2B-P05 Z09B-DCA2-P00 BPD1B to I/O Yellow Subsystem #4 (with...
  • Page 116 From Description Label Color (A=Primary) (Z=Secondary) A35P-BPD2B-P09 Z19B-DCA2-P00 BPD2B to I/O Blue Subsystem #8 pSeries 690 Installation Guide...

  • Page 117: Appendix I. Service Processor Setup And Test

    Appendix I. Service Processor Setup and Test Attention: This procedure applies to modems attached to the serial ports (S1 and S2) on the primary I/O book (location U1.18-P1-H2). It does not affect the operation of the modem attached to the Hardware Management Console for pSeries (HMC). The call-out function is normally handled by the Service Focal Point running on the HMC.

  • Page 118: Testing The Setup

    Testing the Setup This section contains sample testing procedures to help ensure your setup is working. These tests include communicating with the server operating system. Before you start, ensure that the necessary serial port(s) is configured. If you need assistance, refer to “Serial Port Configuration”...

  • Page 119: Testing Call-Out

    Testing Call-Out During the setup, you entered your phone numbers for the pager and customer voice. These numbers are used for this test. 1. Your remote terminal is disconnected as a result of the Call-In test. 2. Call your server again. 3.
  • Page 120 pSeries 690 Installation Guide...

  • Page 121: Appendix J. Removing And Installing The Rack Top Frame

    Appendix J. Removing and Installing the Rack Top Frame Options for Performing this Procedure Two scenarios exist for performing this procedure: v Removing and installing the rack top frame for clearance through doorways v Installing the rack top frame that was shipped unattached from the rest of the frame. Note: If the clearance is close (an interference of 1/2 inch or less), the removal of the side covers may be all that is required.

  • Page 122: Required Tools

    Required Tools The following tools are necessary to remove and/or install the rack top frame: v Ladder v Step Ladder Table 4. Hand Tools Tool Description Ratchet 3/8 inches Square Drive Ratchet Accessories 3/8 inches Drive, 6 inches Extension X2 (8 inch reach required) Drive Socket 3/8 inches (10mm)

  • Page 123: Removing The Covers

    Removing the Covers This procedures describes how to remove and replace the side covers of the pSeries | | | | | Rear Cover PN44P0127 PN11P3535 Hinge PN2665525 Screw | | | | Rear Cover PN44P0107 PN11P1096 Front Latch PN54G2882 Screw PN11P4106 Hinge PN2665525 PN77G0599 Screw PN1625437 Screw...

  • Page 124: Side Cover Removal

    PN44P0126 Right Cover PN05N6585 J Bracket PN PN54G2882 Screw 2665528 Screw PN11P3600 Left Cover PN44P0125 PN44P0126 Right Cover PN Screw 54G2882 Screw | | | | PN44P0105 Front Cover PN44P0125 Left Cover PN 54G2882 Screw Side Cover Removal 1. Always remove the right side cover first. 2.
  • Page 125 1 Jam Nut Rack Base 2 Leveling Foot Appendix J. Removing and Installing the Rack Top Frame...
  • Page 126 2. Disconnect cables from the BPDs. 3. Remove the front and rear BPRs, BPDs, BPCs, and the fan assemblies. Attention: Make note of location identification of the BPRs and BPEs for later reinstallation. The pSeries 690 will not power on if these components are not reinstalled in their original location.
  • Page 127 4) Pull the BPF straight out of the BPE. 5) Repeat for the other BPF. There are two BPFs, one in front and one in back. e. Remove any front and rear bulk power fillers. 4. Remove the top frame side covers (items 7 and 8 in illustration on 112) as follows: __ Step a.
  • Page 128 1 Top Extender Front Extender 2 Left Extender UEPO Switch 3 Right Extender Rack Top Frame Left Side Cover 4 Rear Extender Rack Top Frame Right Side Cover pSeries 690 Installation Guide...
  • Page 129 6. Remove the BPEs (item 1 in the illustration on page 113). Note: Two people are required to remove the BPEs. 1 Bulk Power Enclosure 2 Hex Head Screw Locations __ Step a. Remove the five hex head screws from the front BPE. __ Step b.
  • Page 130 7. To reduce the weight to the maximum two-person limit, do the following: 1 Front and Rear Rack Top Foam and Metal Air Baffle Frame Top Panels 2 Rack Top Frame Rack Top Frame Cross Brace 3 Left and Right BPE Rails __ Step a.

  • Page 131: Preparing For Rack Top Frame Installation For Pseries 690 (Reduced Height Option) Rpq8A1173

    1 Rack Top Frame Top Frame Bolts 2 Rack Chassis Rack Top Frame Cross Brace 8. Remove the (16) M8 X 20mm bolts (P/N 1624804) 9. Lift the rack top frame off the locating pins and remove it. Note: Two people are required to lift and position the rack top-frame assembly. Preparing for Rack Top Frame Installation for pSeries 690 (Reduced Height Option) RPQ8A1173 To prepare the rack top frame for installation, do the following:...
  • Page 132 4. Remove the front and rear BPRs, BPDs, BPCs, and the fan assemblies. Attention: Make note of location identification of the BPRs and BPEs for later reinstallation. The pSeries 690 will not power on if these components are not reinstalled in their original location. 1 BPE 2 BPD 3 BPC...
  • Page 133 3) Loosen the upper and lower fasteners using the torque tool (PN6422789). 4) Pull the BPF straight out of the BPE. 5) Repeat for the other BPF. There are two BPFs, one in front and one in back. e. Remove any front and rear bulk power fillers. 5.
  • Page 134 __ Step a. Remove the two screws at the left and right of the top frame side covers (items 7 and 8 in the illustration on 112). __ Step b. Lift off the covers. __ Step c. Remove the eight screws around the perimeter of the top panels at the front and rear of the rack top frame assembly.

  • Page 135: Installing The Rack Top Frame

    Proceed to “Installing the Rack Top Frame”. Installing the Rack Top Frame 1. If you have not done so, use the Jack screws to stabilize and lift the rack off the floor. __ Step a. Loosen the jam nut on each leveling foot by turning the nut counter-clockwise.
  • Page 136 reduced height option (RPQ8A1173) ship group. 1 Rack Rack Top Frame Top Frame Bolts 2 Rack Chassis Rack Top Frame Cross Brace pSeries 690 Installation Guide...
  • Page 137 __ Step a. Align the rack top frame with the four alignment guides on top of the rack. __ Step b. Fasten the rack top frame to the rack, using (16) M8 X 20mm bolts (P/N 1624803). Tighten the bolts securely to ensure solid contact along the mating surfaces of the rack and the rack top frame.
  • Page 138 3. Install the front and rear top panels (item 1 in illustration on page 122) for the rack top frame. 4. Install the left and right BPE rails, (item 3 in the illustration on page 122). 1 Front and Rear Rack Top Foam and Metal Air Baffle Frame Top Panels 2 Rack Top Frame...
  • Page 139 __ Step a. Push the BPC straight into the Bulk Power Enclosure (BPE). __ Step b. Tighten the thumbscrew on each side of the BPC using the torque tool (PN6422789). __ Step c. Repeat for the other BPCs. There are two BPCs, with one in front and one in back.
  • Page 140 For the reduced height option, remove the front and rear upper shipping bars (item 1 in the next illustration). 1 Shipping Bars 14. Install left and right top frame side covers (items 7 and 8 in the following illustration). 15. Attach all removed cables to the BPD. If an IBF exists, also attach all removed cables for the BPC and the BPR.
  • Page 141 16. Install the frame extenders. 1 Top Extender Front Extender 2 Left Extender UEPO Switch 3 Right Extender Left Side Cover 4 Rear Extender Right Side Cover Appendix J. Removing and Installing the Rack Top Frame...

  • Page 142: Cover Replacement

    17. Install the UEPO switch: v Install the top and bottom screws. Screws should be bottomed against the end of the slot prior to tightening. v Plug in the cables. Cover Replacement Refer to 107 while performing this task. 1. Examine the bottom of the frame side. There will be (2) ″U″ brackets installed at the bottom.

  • Page 143: Index

    Index Numerics configuration 77 128-port adapter cables connecting 71 8-port adapter cables date and time connecting 66 setting 28 device records 77 about this book xiii devices 37 acoustical attached device setup 37 noise setup 37 emissions 48 diagnostics adapter online 128-port 71 loading 31...
  • Page 144 HMC (continued) notice monitor safety 16 connection 22 notices mouse environmental 47 connection 22 safety vii power cords 27 power-on 28 online diagnostics HMC cabling 94 loading 31 online publications xiii operation CPU 77 hardware identification numbers verifying 31 recording 75 outlets 19 install prerequisites 8...
  • Page 145 removal system (continued) top frame 108 verification (continued) replacement running 39 top frame 119 system installation 7 routing system records 75 power cords 21 key serial number 75 machine type/model 75 serial numbers 75 safety electrical vii notice 16 testing the setup safety notices vii call-in 102 laser compliance statement ix...
  • Page 146 pSeries 690 Installation Guide...
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