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IBM RS/6000 44P Series 270 Service Manual (346 pages)
RS/6000 44P Series
Brand:
IBM
| Category:
Server
| Size: 4.99 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Safety Notices
11
Electrical Safety
12
Laser Safety Information
12
Data Integrity and Verification
15
About this Book
17
Iso 9000
17
Online Publications
17
Related Publications
17
Trademarks
18
Chapter 1. Reference Information
19
System Unit Locations
19
Front View with Media Door Removed
19
Rear View
20
I/O Board Component Locations
22
SCSI Ids and Bay Locations
24
System Board Locations
25
Memory Card Locations
25
Operator Panel
26
System Cables
27
Location Codes
27
Physical Location Codes
27
Location Code Format
27
AIX Location Codes
28
AIX and Physical Location Code Reference Table
31
Specifications
35
Dimensions
35
Weight
36
Operating Environment - Class B
36
Power Source Loading
36
Power Requirements
36
Power Factor
36
Operating Voltage
36
Heat Output (Maximum)
36
Acoustics
36
Power Cables
37
Service Inspection Guide
38
Chapter 2. Diagnostics Overview
39
Maintenance Analysis Procedures (Maps)
39
Checkpoints
40
FRU Isolation
41
Electronic Service Agent for the RS/6000
41
Using the Service Processor and Electronic Service Agent Features
42
Service Processor
42
Electronic Service Agent
43
Chapter 3. Maintenance Analysis Procedures (Maps)
45
Quick Entry MAP
45
Quick Entry MAP Table of Contents
46
MAP 1020: Problem Determination
52
Purpose of this MAP
52
Step 1020-1
53
Step 1020-2
55
Step 1020-3
56
Step 1020-4
56
MAP 1240: Memory Problem Resolution
57
Purpose of this MAP
57
General Memory Information
57
Step 1240-1
58
Step 1240-2
58
Step 1240-3
59
Step 1240-4
59
Step 1240-5
59
Step 1240-6
60
Step 1240-7
60
Step 1240-8
61
Step 1240-9
61
Step 1240-10
62
Step 1240-11
62
MAP 1520: Power
63
Step 1520-1
64
Step 1520-2
64
Step 1520-3
64
Step 1520-4
65
Step 1520-5
65
Step 1520-6
65
Step 1520-7
66
Step 1520-8
67
MAP 1540: Minimum Configuration
68
Purpose of this MAP
69
Step 1540-1
69
Step 1540-2
70
Step 1540-3
71
Step 1540-4
72
Step 1540-5
72
Step 1540-6
73
Step 1540-7
73
Step 1540-8
74
Step 1540-9
75
Step 1540-10
76
Step 1540-11
77
Step 1540-12
78
Step 1540-13
79
Step 1540-14
80
Step 1540-15
81
Step 1540-16
82
Step 1540-17
83
Step 1540-18
84
Step 1540-19
84
Step 1540-20
85
Step 1540-21
85
Step 1540-22
85
Step 1540-23
86
Step 1540-24
86
Step 1540-25
87
Step 1540-26
87
Step 1540-27
88
Chapter 4. Checkpoints
89
Service Processor Checkpoints
89
Firmware Checkpoints
93
Boot Problems/Concerns
108
Chapter 5. Error Code to FRU Index
111
Considerations for Using this Chapter
111
Performing Slow Boot
111
General Considerations
111
Firmware/Post Error Codes
112
Memory Problem Determination Bits
160
Bus SRN to FRU Reference Table
161
Typical Boot Sequence
162
Chapter 6. Loading the System Diagnostics
165
Performing Slow Boot
165
Standalone Diagnostics
165
Online Diagnostics
165
Default Boot List and Service Mode Boot List
166
Chapter 7. Using the Service Processor
167
Service Processor Menus
169
Service Processor Menu Inactivity
169
Accessing Service Processor Menus Locally
169
Accessing Service Processor Menus Remotely
169
General User Menu
170
Privileged User Menus
171
Main Menu
171
Service Processor Setup Menu
172
Passwords
173
Serial Port Snoop Setup Menu
176
System Power Control Menu
177
System Information Menu
182
Language Selection Menu
185
Call-In/Call-Out Setup Menu
185
Modem Configuration Menu
186
Serial Port Selection Menu
186
Serial Port Speed Setup Menu
187
Telephone Number Setup Menu
187
Call-Out Policy Setup Menu
189
Customer Account Setup Menu
190
Call-Out Test
190
Service Processor Functions
191
System Power-On Methods
193
Service Processor Call-In Security
194
Service Processor Reboot/Restart Recovery
194
Boot (IPL) Speed
194
Failure During Boot Process
194
Failure During Normal System Operation
194
Service Processor Reboot/Restart Policy Controls
195
Processor Boot-Time Deconfiguration (CPU Repeat Gard)
195
Processor Run-Time Deconfiguration (CPU-Gard)
195
Memory Boot-Time Deconfiguration (Memory Repeat Gard)
196
Service Processor System Monitoring - Surveillance
197
System Firmware Surveillance
197
Operating System Surveillance
197
Call out
198
Console Mirroring
199
System Configuration for Console Mirroring
199
Service Processor Firmware Updates
199
Service Processor Error Log
200
System POST Errors
200
Service Processor Operational Phases
201
Pre-Standby Phase
201
Standby Phase
201
Bring-Up Phase
202
Run-Time Phase
202
Service Processor Procedures in Service Mode
203
Chapter 8. System Management Services
205
Graphical System Management Services
205
System Management Services
206
Config
208
Multiboot
209
Utilities
211
Password
213
Spin Delay
217
Error Log
218
Ripl
219
Set Address
220
Ping
221
Config
223
Scsi ID
224
Firmware Update
225
Firmware Recovery
225
Text-Based System Management Services
227
Display Configuration
228
Multiboot Menu
228
Select Boot Device
229
Configure Nth Boot Device
231
Utilities
232
Set Password and Unattended Start Mode
233
SCSI Spin up
234
Display Error Log
234
Remote Initial Program Load Setup
234
Change SCSI ID
238
Update System or Service Processor Firmware
238
Firmware Recovery
239
Select Console
239
Select Language
239
Open Firmware
240
Chapter 9. Removal and Replacement Procedures
241
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
242
Stopping the System Unit
242
Procedure List
242
Covers
244
Removal of Covers
244
Replacement of Covers
248
Processor and Memory Card Cover
249
Removal of Processor and Memory Card Cover
249
Replacement of Processor and Memory Card Cover
249
Memory Cards
250
Removal of Memory Cards
250
Replacement of Memory Cards
251
Memory Modules
254
Removal of Memory Modules
254
Replacement of Memory Modules
256
Processor Card
257
Removal of Processor Card
257
Replacement of Processor Card
258
Adapters
260
Removal of Adapters
260
Replacement of Adapters
260
Internal Drives
262
Checklist for Handling Drives
262
Disk Drives
263
Removal of Disk Drives
263
Replacement of Disk Drives
264
Configuration or Unconfiguration of Disk Drives
265
Configuration of Disk Drives
265
Unconfiguration of Disk Drives
265
Battery Replacement
266
System Board
270
Removal of System Board
270
Replacement of System Board
271
I/O Board
272
Removal of I/O Board
272
Replacement of I/O Board
274
Power Supply
275
Removal of Power Supply
275
Replacement of Power Supply
277
Operator Panel
278
Removal of Operator Panel
278
Replacement of Operator Panel
279
Operator Panel Vital Product Data (VPD) Update Procedure
280
CEC Fan
282
Removal of CEC Fan
282
Replacement of CEC Fan
282
I/O Fan
283
Removal of I/O Fan
283
Replacement of I/O Fan
283
Disk Drive Cage
284
Removal of Disk Drive Cage
284
Replacement of Disk Drive Cage
285
CD-ROM Drive, Tape Drive, Diskette Drive
286
Removal of Media Drives
286
Replacement of Media Drives
286
Chapter 10. Parts Information
289
Keyboards and Mouse
294
Keyboards and Mouse (Black)
296
Power Cables
298
Appendix A. Environmental Notices
301
Product Recycling and Disposal
301
Environmental Design
301
Unit Emissions
301
Appendix B. Notices
303
Appendix C. Firmware Updates
305
Checking the Current Firmware Levels
305
Updating System Firmware
305
Appendix D. Service Processor Setup and Test
307
Service Processor Setup Checklist
307
Testing the Setup
307
Testing Call-In
308
Testing Call-Out
308
Serial Port Configuration
309
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IBM RS/6000 44P Series 270 User Manual (216 pages)
RS/6000 44P Series
Brand:
IBM
| Category:
Printer
| Size: 0.94 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Electrical Safety
13
Safety Notices
13
Laser Safety Information
14
Unit Emissions
14
Data Integrity and Verification
15
About this Book
17
Iso 9000
17
Online Publications
17
Related Publications
17
Trademarks
17
Chapter 1. Introducing the 44P Model 170
19
System Features
19
Bus Architecture
19
Microprocessor
19
Memory
19
Media Drives
19
Other Drives
20
Power Supply
20
Keyboard
20
Mouse
20
Operator Panel
20
Input/Output Ports
20
Security Features
20
Front View
21
Rear View
22
Operator Panel
24
Chapter 2. Using the 44P Series Model 170
25
Starting the System Unit
25
Stopping the System Unit
25
Reading the Operator Panel Display
26
Operator Panel
26
Using the Keyboards
27
Using the Three-Button Mouse
28
Handling the Mouse Correctly
28
Caring for the Mouse
28
Cleaning the Mouse
29
Using the 3.5-Inch Diskette Drive
30
Write-Protecting 3.5-Inch Diskettes
31
Loading and Unloading the 3.5-Inch Diskette
32
Using the CD-ROM Drive
32
Front View of CD-ROM Drive
33
Understanding the Status Lights
33
Handling Compact Discs
34
Other Handling Considerations
34
Loading a Compact Disc
35
Opening the Tray Manually
36
Playing an Audio CD
36
General Information for the 8Mm Tape Drive
36
Front View of the 8Mm Tape Drive
37
Operating Recommendations
38
MM Tape Cartridge Types
38
Tape Cartridge Compatibility
39
Setting the Write-Protect Tab on 8 MM Tape Cartridges
39
Environmental Considerations for 8 MM Data Cartridges
40
Operating the 8Mm Tape Drive in Harsh Environments
40
Erasing 8 MM Data Cartridge
40
Using the 8Mm Tape Drive
41
Status Lights
41
Liquid Crystal Display
42
Changing the Display Language
42
Loading the 8 MM Tape Cartridge
43
Unloading the 8 MM Tape Cartridge
44
Cleaning the Tape Drive
45
Obtaining Additional Tape Cartridges
47
General Information for the 12/24GB 4Mm Tape Drive
47
Front View of the 12/24GB 4Mm Tape Drive
48
Using the 12/24GB 4Mm Tape Drive
48
Operating Recommendations
48
12/24 GB 4 MM Tape Cartridge Types
49
Tape Cartridge Compatibility
49
MM Tape Write Density Setting
49
Setting the Write-Protect Tab on 12/24 GB 4 MM Tape Cartridges
50
Erasing 12/24 GB 4 MM Data Cartridge
50
Environmental Considerations for 12/24 GB 4 MM Data Cartridges
50
Operating the 12/24GB 4Mm Tape Drive in Harsh Environments
51
Status Lights
51
Status Light States
52
Loading the 12/24 GB 4 MM Tape Cartridge
53
Unloading the 12/24 GB 4 MM Tape Cartridge
54
Cleaning the Tape Path on the 12/24GB 4Mm Tape Drive
55
Obtaining Additional Tape Cartridges
56
Using the Service Processor and Service Director Features
56
Service Processor
56
Service Director
57
Chapter 3. Using the Service Processor
59
Service Processor Menus
60
Service Processor Menu Inactivity
60
Accessing Service Processor Menus Locally
60
Accessing Service Processor Menus Remotely
60
General User Menu
61
Privileged User Menus
62
Main Menu
62
Service Processor Setup Menu
63
Passwords
63
Serial Port Snoop Setup Menu
65
System Power Control Menu
66
System Information Menu
68
Language Selection Menu
71
Call-In/Call-Out Setup Menu
72
Modem Configuration Menu
72
Serial Port Selection Menu
73
Serial Port Speed Setup Menu
73
Telephone Number Setup Menu
74
Call-Out Policy Setup Menu
75
Customer Account Setup Menu
76
Reboot/Restart Policy Setup Menu
77
Service Processor Functions
78
System Power-On Methods
79
Service Processor Call-In Security
80
Service Processor Reboot/Restart Recovery
81
Boot (IPL) Speed
81
Failure During Boot Process
81
Failure During Normal System Operation
81
Service Processor Reboot/Restart Policy Controls
81
Processor Boot-Time Deconfiguration (CPU Repeat-Gard)
81
Processor Run-Time Deconfiguration (CPU-Gard)
82
Memory Boot-Time Deconfiguration (Memory Repeat-Gard)
82
Service Processor System Monitoring - Surveillance
83
System Firmware Surveillance
83
Operating System Surveillance
83
Call out
84
Console Mirroring
85
Service Processor Firmware Updates
85
Service Processor Error Log
86
System POST Errors
87
Service Processor Operational Phases
87
Pre-Standby Phase
87
Standby Phase
88
Bring-Up Phase
88
Run-Time Phase
89
Service Processor Procedures in Service Mode
89
Chapter 4. System Management Services
91
Graphical System Management Services
91
System Management Services
92
Config
93
Multiboot
94
Utilities
97
Password
98
Power-On Password
99
Privileged-Access Password
101
Errorlog
103
Ripl
104
Set Address
105
Ping
106
Config
108
Scsi ID
109
Firmware Update
110
Firmware Recovery
111
Text-Based System Management Services
112
Display Configuration
112
Multiboot Menu
113
Select Boot Device
114
Configure Nth Boot Device
115
Utilities
116
Set Password and Unattended Start Mode
116
SCSI Spin up
118
Display Error Log
118
Remote Initial Program Load Setup
118
Change SCSI ID
121
Update System or Service Processor Firmware
121
Firmware Recovery
122
Select Console
122
Select Language
122
Open Firmware
123
Chapter 5. Using the Standalone and Online Diagnostics
125
Standalone and Online Diagnostics Operating Considerations
125
Selecting a Console Display
125
Identifying the Terminal Type to the Diagnostics Programs
125
Undefined Terminal Types
126
Resetting the Terminal
126
Running Standalone Diagnostics
126
Running Online Diagnostics
126
Running Diagnostics from a TTY Terminal
127
Online Diagnostics Modes
127
Service Mode
127
Concurrent Mode
128
Running the Online Diagnostics in Concurrent Mode
129
Maintenance Mode
129
Running the Online Diagnostics in Maintenance Mode
129
Standalone Diagnostic Operation
130
Running the Standalone Diagnostics
130
Chapter 6. Introducing Tasks and Service Aids
131
Tasks
131
Add Resource to Resource List
132
AIX Shell Prompt
133
Analyze Adapter Internal Log
133
Backup and Restore Media
133
Certify Media
133
Change Hardware Vital Product Data
134
Configure Dials and Lpfkeys
134
Configure ISA Adapter
135
Configure Reboot Policy
135
Configure Remote Maintenance Policy
136
Configure Ring Indicate Power on Policy
138
Configure Ring Indicate Power on
138
Configure Service Processor
138
Surveillance Setup
139
Modem Configuration
139
Call In/Out Setup
139
Site-Specific Call In/Out Setup
139
Reboot/Restart Policy Setup
140
Configure Surveillance Policy
141
Create Customized Configuration Diskette
141
Delete Resource from Resource List
141
Disk Maintenance
142
Disk to Disk Copy
142
Display/Alter Sector
143
Display Configuration and Resource List
143
Display Firmware Device Node Information
143
Display Hardware Error Report
143
Display Hardware Vital Product Data
143
Display Machine Check Error Log
143
Display Microcode Level
144
Display or Change Bootlist
144
Display or Change Diagnostic Run-Time Options
144
Display Previous Diagnostic Results
145
Display Resource Attributes
145
Display Service Hints
146
Display Software Product Data
146
Display System Environmental Sensors
146
Examples
147
Display Test Patterns
148
Download Microcode
148
Download Microcode to PCI SCSI RAID Adapter
148
Download Microcode to Disk Drive Attached to a PCI SCSI RAID Adapter
148
Download Microcode to a PCI FC-AL Adapter
148
Download Microcode to Other Devices
149
Fiber Channel RAID Service Aids
149
Flash SK-NET FDDI Firmware
150
Format Media
150
Hardfile Attached to SCSI Adapter (Non-RAID)
150
Hardfile Attached to PCI SCSI RAID Adapter
151
Optical Media
152
Diskette Format
152
Generic Microcode Download
152
Local Area Network Analyzer
153
Log Repair Action
153
Periodic Diagnostics
153
PCI RAID Physical Disk Identify
154
Process Supplemental Media
154
Run Diagnostics
154
Run Error Log Analysis
154
Run Exercisers
154
Exerciser Commands (CMD)
154
Acronyms
155
Memory Exerciser
155
Save or Restore Hardware Management Policies
156
Save or Restore Service Processor Configuration
156
SCSI BUS Analyzer
156
SCSI Device Identification and Removal
157
SCSI Tape Drive Service Aid
157
Spare Sector Availability
159
SSA Service Aid
159
Update Disk-Based Diagnostics
159
Update System or Service Processor Flash
159
Update System Flash
160
7135 Raidiant Array Service Aid
161
7318 Serial Communications Network Server Service Aid
161
Chapter 7. Using the System Verification Procedure
163
Step 1. Considerations before Running this Procedure
163
Step 2. Loading the Diagnostics
163
Step 3. Running System Verification
164
Step 4. Additional System Verification
164
Step 5. Stopping the Diagnostics
165
Chapter 8. Hardware Problem Determination
167
Problem Determination Using the Stand-Alone or Online Diagnostics
167
Step 1. Considerations before Running this Procedure
167
Step 2
167
Step 3
168
Step 4
168
Step 5
168
Step 10
168
Step 11
168
Step 12
168
Step 6
169
Step 7
169
Step 8
169
Step 13
169
Step 14
169
Step 15
169
Step 9
170
Step 16
170
Step 17
170
Problem Determination When Unable to Load Diagnostics
174
Step 1. Considerations before Running this Procedure
174
Step 2
174
Step 3
174
Step 4
175
Step 5
175
Step 6
177
Step 7
177
Appendix A. Environmental Notices
179
Product Recycling and Disposal
179
Environmental Design
179
Appendix B. Notices
181
Appendix C. Checking the Current Firmware Levels
183
Appendix D. General Attributes Required When Using a TTY Terminal
185
Additional Communication Attributes
186
Additional Keyboard Attributes
187
Additional Printer Attributes
188
IBM RS/6000 44P Series 270 User Manual (212 pages)
44P Series
Brand:
IBM
| Category:
Desktop
| Size: 0.9 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Electrical Safety
11
Safety Notices
11
Laser Safety Information
12
Unit Emissions
12
Data Integrity and Verification
13
About this Book
15
Iso 9000
15
Online Publications
15
Related Publications
15
Updating Microcode Levels
15
Trademarks
16
Chapter 1. Introducing the 44P Series Model 270
17
System Features
17
Bus Architecture
17
Microprocessor
17
Memory
17
Media Drives
17
Other Drives
17
Power Supply
17
Keyboard
18
Mouse
18
Operator Panel
18
Input/Output Ports
18
Security Features
18
Front View
19
Operator Panel
20
Rear View
21
Chapter 2. Using the 44P Series Model 270
23
Starting the System Unit
23
Stopping the System Unit
23
Reading the Operator Panel Display
24
Operator Panel
24
Using the Keyboards
25
Using the Three-Button Mouse
26
Handling the Mouse Correctly
26
Caring for the Mouse
26
Cleaning the Mouse
27
Using the 3.5-Inch Diskette Drive
28
Write-Protecting 3.5-Inch Diskettes
29
Loading and Unloading the 3.5-Inch Diskette
30
Using the CD-ROM Drive
30
Front View of CD-ROM Drive
31
Understanding the Status Lights
31
Handling Compact Discs
32
Other Handling Considerations
32
Loading a Compact Disc
33
Opening the Tray Manually
34
Playing an Audio CD
34
General Information for the 8Mm Tape Drive
34
Front View of the 8Mm Tape Drive
35
Operating Recommendations
36
MM Tape Cartridge Types
36
Tape Cartridge Compatibility
37
Setting the Write-Protect Tab on 8 MM Tape Cartridges
37
Environmental Considerations for 8 MM Data Cartridges
38
Operating the 8Mm Tape Drive in Harsh Environments
38
Erasing 8 MM Data Cartridge
38
Using the 8Mm Tape Drive
39
Status Lights
39
Liquid Crystal Display
40
Changing the Display Language
40
Loading the 8 MM Tape Cartridge
41
Unloading the 8 MM Tape Cartridge
42
Cleaning the Tape Drive
43
Obtaining Additional Tape Cartridges
45
General Information for the 12/24GB 4Mm Tape Drive
45
Front View of the 12/24GB 4Mm Tape Drive
46
Using the 12/24GB 4Mm Tape Drive
46
Operating Recommendations
46
12/24 GB 4 MM Tape Cartridge Types
47
Tape Cartridge Compatibility
47
MM Tape Write Density Setting
47
Setting the Write-Protect Tab on 12/24 GB 4 MM Tape Cartridges
48
Erasing 12/24 GB 4 MM Data Cartridge
48
Environmental Considerations for 12/24 GB 4 MM Data Cartridges
48
Operating the 12/24GB 4Mm Tape Drive in Harsh Environments
49
Status Lights
49
Loading the 12/24 GB 4 MM Tape Cartridge
51
Unloading the 12/24 GB 4 MM Tape Cartridge
52
Cleaning the Tape Path on the 12/24GB 4Mm Tape Drive
53
Obtaining Additional Tape Cartridges
54
Using the Service Processor and Service Director Features
54
Service Processor
54
Service Director
55
Chapter 3. Using the Service Processor
57
Service Processor Menus
58
Service Processor Menu Inactivity
58
Accessing Service Processor Menus Locally
58
Accessing Service Processor Menus Remotely
58
General User Menu
59
Privileged User Menus
60
Main Menu
60
Service Processor Setup Menu
61
Passwords
61
Serial Port Snoop Setup Menu
63
System Power Control Menu
64
System Information Menu
66
Language Selection Menu
69
Call-In/Call-Out Setup Menu
70
Modem Configuration Menu
70
Serial Port Selection Menu
71
Serial Port Speed Setup Menu
71
Telephone Number Setup Menu
72
Call-Out Policy Setup Menu
73
Customer Account Setup Menu
74
Reboot/Restart Policy Setup Menu
74
Service Processor Functions
76
System Power-On Methods
77
Service Processor Call-In Security
78
Service Processor Reboot/Restart Recovery
79
Boot (IPL) Speed
79
Failure During Boot Process
79
Failure During Normal System Operation
79
Service Processor Reboot/Restart Policy Controls
79
Processor Boot-Time Deconfiguration (CPU Repeat-Gard)
79
Processor Run-Time Deconfiguration (CPU-Gard)
80
Memory Boot-Time Deconfiguration (Memory Repeat-Gard)
80
Service Processor System Monitoring - Surveillance
81
System Firmware Surveillance
81
Operating System Surveillance
81
Call out
82
Console Mirroring
83
Service Processor Firmware Updates
83
Service Processor Error Log
84
System POST Errors
85
Service Processor Operational Phases
85
Pre-Standby Phase
85
Standby Phase
86
Bring-Up Phase
86
Run-Time Phase
87
Service Processor Procedures in Service Mode
87
Chapter 4. System Management Services
89
Graphical System Management Services
89
System Management Services
90
Config
91
Multiboot
92
Multiboot Startup
93
Utilities
95
Password
96
Power-On Password
97
Privileged-Access Password
99
Errorlog
101
Ripl
102
Set Address
103
Ping
104
Config
106
Scsi ID
107
Firmware Update
108
Firmware Recovery
109
Text-Based System Management Services
110
Display Configuration
110
Multiboot Menu
111
Select Boot Device
112
Configure Nth Boot Device
113
Utilities
114
Set Password and Unattended Start Mode
115
SCSI Spin up
116
Display Error Log
116
Remote Initial Program Load Setup
116
Change SCSI ID
119
Update System or Service Processor Firmware
119
Firmware Recovery
120
Select Console
120
Select Language
120
Open Firmware
121
Chapter 5. Using the Standalone and Online Diagnostics
123
Standalone and Online Diagnostics Operating Considerations
123
Selecting a Console Display
123
Identifying the Terminal Type to the Diagnostics Programs
123
Undefined Terminal Types
124
Resetting the Terminal
124
Running Standalone Diagnostics
124
Running Online Diagnostics
124
Running Diagnostics from a TTY Terminal
125
Online Diagnostics Modes
125
Service Mode
125
Concurrent Mode
126
Running the Online Diagnostics in Concurrent Mode
127
Maintenance Mode
127
Running the Online Diagnostics in Maintenance Mode
127
Standalone Diagnostic Operation
128
Running the Standalone Diagnostics
128
Chapter 6. Introducing Tasks and Service Aids
129
Tasks
129
Add Resource to Resource List
130
AIX Shell Prompt
131
Analyze Adapter Internal Log
131
Backup and Restore Media
131
Certify Media
131
Change Hardware Vital Product Data
132
Configure Dials and Lpfkeys
132
Configure ISA Adapter
133
Configure Reboot Policy
133
Configure Remote Maintenance Policy
134
Configure Ring Indicate Power on Policy
136
Configure Ring Indicate Power on
136
Configure Service Processor
136
Surveillance Setup
137
Modem Configuration
137
Call In/Out Setup
137
Site-Specific Call In/Out Setup
137
Reboot/Restart Policy Setup
138
Configure Surveillance Policy
139
Create Customized Configuration Diskette
139
Delete Resource from Resource List
139
Disk Maintenance
140
Disk to Disk Copy
140
Display/Alter Sector
141
Display Configuration and Resource List
141
Display Firmware Device Node Information
141
Display Hardware Error Report
141
Display Hardware Vital Product Data
141
Display Machine Check Error Log
141
Display Microcode Level
142
Display or Change Bootlist
142
Display or Change Diagnostic Run-Time Options
142
Display Previous Diagnostic Results
143
Display Resource Attributes
143
Display Service Hints
144
Display Software Product Data
144
Display System Environmental Sensors
144
Examples
145
Display Test Patterns
146
Download Microcode
146
Download Microcode to PCI SCSI RAID Adapter
146
Download Microcode to Disk Drive Attached to a PCI SCSI RAID Adapter
146
Download Microcode to a PCI FC-AL Adapter
146
Download Microcode to Other Devices
147
Fiber Channel RAID Service Aids
147
Flash SK-NET FDDI Firmware
148
Format Media
148
Hardfile Attached to SCSI Adapter (Non-RAID)
148
Hardfile Attached to PCI SCSI RAID Adapter
149
Optical Media
150
Diskette Format
150
Generic Microcode Download
150
Local Area Network Analyzer
151
Log Repair Action
151
Periodic Diagnostics
151
PCI RAID Physical Disk Identify
152
Process Supplemental Media
152
Run Diagnostics
152
Run Error Log Analysis
152
Run Exercisers
152
Exerciser Commands (CMD)
152
Acronyms
153
Memory Exerciser
153
Save or Restore Hardware Management Policies
154
Save or Restore Service Processor Configuration
154
SCSI BUS Analyzer
154
SCSI Device Identification and Removal
155
SCSI Tape Drive Service Aid
155
Spare Sector Availability
157
SSA Service Aid
157
Update Disk-Based Diagnostics
157
Update System or Service Processor Flash
157
Update System Flash
158
7135 Raidiant Array Service Aid
159
7318 Serial Communications Network Server Service Aid
159
Chapter 7. Using the System Verification Procedure
161
Step 1. Considerations before Running this Procedure
161
Step 2. Loading the Diagnostics
161
Step 3. Running System Verification
162
Step 4. Additional System Verification
162
Step 5. Stopping the Diagnostics
163
Chapter 8. Hardware Problem Determination
165
Problem Determination Using the Standalone or Online Diagnostics
165
Step 1. Considerations before Running this Procedure
165
Step 2
165
Step 3
165
Step 11
165
Step 4
166
Step 5
166
Step 6
166
Step 12
166
Step 13
166
Step 14
166
Step 7
167
Step 8
167
Step 9
167
Step 10
167
Step 15
167
Step 16
167
Step 17
167
Problem Determination When Unable to Load Diagnostics
170
Step 1. Considerations before Running this Procedure
170
Step 2
170
Step 3
170
Step 4
170
Step 5
171
Step 6
174
Step 7
174
Appendix A. Environmental Notices
175
Product Recycling and Disposal
175
Battery Return Program
175
Environmental Design
175
Unit Emissions
175
Appendix B. Notices
177
Appendix C. Checking the Current Firmware Levels
179
Appendix D. General Attributes Required When Using a TTY Terminal
181
Additional Communication Attributes
182
Additional Keyboard Attributes
183
Additional Printer Attributes
184
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