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IBM System x3550 M3 Type 7944 Problem Determination And Service Manual (318 pages)
Brand:
IBM
| Category:
Server
| Size: 23.93 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Safety
9
Guidelines for Trained Service Technicians
10
Inspecting for Unsafe Conditions
10
Guidelines for Servicing Electrical Equipment
10
Safety Statements
12
Chapter 1. Start here
19
Diagnosing a Problem
19
Undocumented Problems
22
Chapter 2. Introduction
23
Related Documentation
23
Notices and Statements in this Document
24
Features and Specifications
25
Server Controls, Leds, and Power
27
Front View
27
Operator Information Panel
28
Light Path Diagnostics Panel
29
Rear View
30
Server Power Features
32
Turning off the Server
33
Internal Leds, Connectors, and Jumpers
34
System-Board Internal Connectors
34
System-Board External Connectors
35
System-Board Switches and Jumpers
36
System-Board Leds
39
System-Board Optional Device Connectors
40
Chapter 3. Diagnostics
41
Diagnostic Tools
41
Post
42
Error Logs
43
POST Error Codes
45
System Event Log
56
Integrated Management Module (IMM) Error Messages
56
Checkout Procedure
100
About the Checkout Procedure
100
Performing the Checkout Procedure
100
Troubleshooting Tables
102
DVD Drive Problems
102
General Problems
103
Hard Disk Drive Problems
103
Hypervisor Problems
105
Intermittent Problems
106
Keyboard, Mouse, or Pointing-Device Problems
107
Memory Problems
108
Microprocessor Problems
110
Monitor and Video Problems
111
Optional-Device Problems
113
Power Problems
114
Serial-Device Problems
117
Serverguide Problems
117
Software Problems
118
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port Problems
119
Video Problems
119
Light Path Diagnostics
119
Light Path Diagnostics Leds
122
Power-Supply Leds
128
System Pulse Leds
133
Diagnostic Programs and Messages
133
Running the Diagnostic Programs
134
Diagnostic Text Messages
135
Viewing the Test Log
135
Diagnostic Messages
135
Recovering the Server Firmware
170
Automated Boot Recovery (ABR)
172
Three Boot Failure
172
Solving Power Problems
172
Solving Ethernet Controller Problems
173
Solving Undetermined Problems
173
Problem Determination Tips
174
Chapter 4. Parts Listing, System X3550 M3 Types 4254 and 7944
177
Replaceable Server Components
177
Consumable Parts
181
Power Cords
183
Chapter 5. Removing and Replacing Server Components
185
Installation Guidelines
185
System Reliability Guidelines
186
Working Inside the Server with the Power on
187
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
187
Returning a Device or Component
188
Internal Cable Routing and Connectors
188
Removing and Replacing Consumable Parts and Tier 1 Crus
192
Removing the Cover
192
Installing the Cover
192
Removing the Microprocessor 2 Air Baffle
193
Installing the Microprocessor 2 Air Baffle
194
Removing the DIMM Air Baffle
195
Installing the DIMM Air Baffle
196
Removing an Adapter
197
Installing an Adapter
198
Removing the SAS/SATA RAID Riser-Card Assembly
200
Installing the SAS/SATA RAID Riser-Card Assembly
201
Removing a Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive
202
Installing a Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive
203
Removing a Simple-Swap Hard Disk Drive
204
Installing a Simple-Swap Hard Disk Drive
205
Removing an Optional DVD Drive
207
Installing an Optional DVD Drive
208
Removing a Memory Module
212
Installing a Memory Module
213
DIMM Installation Sequence
215
Memory Mirroring
215
Installing a DIMM
218
Removing a Serveraid SAS/SATA Controller from the SAS/SATA RAID Riser Card
219
Installing a Serveraid SAS/SATA Controller on the SAS/SATA RAID Riser Card
220
Removing an Optional Serveraid Adapter Advanced Feature Key
223
Installing an Optional Serveraid Adapter Advanced Feature Key
225
Removing a USB Embedded Hypervisor Flash Device
226
Installing a USB Embedded Hypervisor Flash Device
227
Removing a Hot-Swap Ac Power Supply
228
Installing a Hot-Swap Ac Power Supply
230
Removing a Hot-Swap Fan Assembly
231
Installing a Hot-Swap Fan Assembly
233
Removing the Virtual Media Key
234
Installing the Virtual Media Key
234
Removing the Optional Two-Port Ethernet Adapter
235
Installing the Optional Two-Port Ethernet Adapter
236
Removing a Remotely Installed RAID Adapter Battery
237
Installing a RAID Adapter Battery Remotely in the Server
239
Removing the System Battery
241
Installing the System Battery
243
Removing and Replacing Tier 2 Crus
245
Removing the Bezel
245
Installing the Bezel
245
Removing an Optional Optical Drive Cage
246
Installing an Optional Optical Drive Cage
246
Removing the DVD Cable
247
Installing the DVD Cable
248
Removing a SAS/SATA 4 Pac HDD Option
250
Installing a SAS/SATA 4 Pac HDD Option
250
Removing a PCI Riser-Card Assembly
251
Installing a PCI Riser-Card Assembly
253
Removing the PCI Riser-Card Bracket from the Riser Card
253
Installing the PCI Riser-Card Bracket to the Riser Card
254
Removing the Hot-Swap SAS/SATA Hard Disk Drive Backplane
255
Installing the Hot-Swap SAS/SATA Hard Disk Drive Backplane
255
Removing the Simple-Swap SATA Hard Disk Drive Backplate Assembly
256
Installing the Simple-Swap SATA Hard Disk Drive Backplate Assembly
257
Removing the Operator Information Panel Assembly
258
Installing the Operator Information Panel Assembly
259
Removing and Replacing Frus
260
Removing the 240 VA Safety Cover
260
Installing the 240 VA Safety Cover
261
Removing a Microprocessor and Heat Sink
262
Installing a Microprocessor and Heat Sink
263
Thermal Grease
266
Removing the Heat Sink Retention Module
267
Installing a Heat Sink Retention Module
268
Removing the System Board
268
Installing the System Board
270
Chapter 6. Configuration Information and Instructions
273
Updating the Firmware
273
Configuring the Server
273
Using the Serverguide Setup and Installation CD
275
Setup and Configuration Overview
276
Using the Setup Utility
277
Setup Utility Menu Choices
278
Using the Boot Manager Program
283
Starting the Backup Server Firmware
283
Using the Integrated Management Module
283
Using the Remote Presence Capability and Blue-Screen Capture
284
Enabling the Remote Presence Feature
285
Using the Embedded Hypervisor
286
Enabling the Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Utility Program
287
Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet Controller
287
Using the LSI Configuration Utility Program
287
Starting the Lsi Configuration Utility Program
288
IBM Advanced Settings Utility Program
289
Activating 1333 Mhz Operation in Two-DIMM-Per-Channel Configuration
290
Updating IBM Systems Director
291
Updating the Universal Unique Identifier (UUID)
292
Updating the DMI/SMBIOS Data
294
Appendix A. Getting Help and Technical Assistance
299
Before You Call
299
Using the Documentation
299
Getting Help and Information from the World Wide Web
299
Software Service and Support
300
Hardware Service and Support
300
IBM Taiwan Product Service
300
Appendix B. Notices
301
Trademarks
301
Important Notes
302
Particulate Contamination
303
Documentation Format
303
Electronic Emission Notices
304
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
304
Industry Canada Class a Emission Compliance Statement
304
Avis de Conformité À la Réglementation D'industrie Canada
304
Australia and New Zealand Class a Statement
304
United Kingdom Telecommunications Safety Requirement
304
European Union EMC Directive Conformance Statement
305
Germany Class a Statement
305
Japan VCCI Class a Statement
306
Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) Statement
306
Korea Communications Commission (KCC) Statement
306
Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class a Statement
307
People's Republic of China Class a Electronic Emission Statement
307
Taiwan Class a Compliance Statement
307
Index
309
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IBM System x3550 M3 Type 7944 Installation And User Manual (166 pages)
Type 4254 and 7944
Brand:
IBM
| Category:
Server
| Size: 15.86 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Safety
7
Safety Statements
9
Chapter 1. The IBM System X3550 M3 Server
15
The IBM Documentation CD
17
Hardware and Software Requirements
17
Using the Documentation Browser
18
Related Documentation
19
Notices and Statements in this Document
20
Features and Specifications
20
What Your Server Offers
24
Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability
28
IBM Systems Director
29
The Updatexpress System Pack Installer
30
Server Controls, Leds, and Power
30
Front View
30
Operator Information Panel
31
Light Path Diagnostics Panel
32
Light Path Diagnostics Leds
34
Rear View
40
Power-Supply Leds
43
System Pulse Leds
46
Server Power Features
47
Turning on the Server
47
Turning off the Server
47
Chapter 2. Installing Optional Devices
49
Instructions for IBM Business Partners
49
How to Send DSA Data to IBM
49
Server Components
50
System-Board Internal Connectors
51
System-Board External Connectors
51
System-Board Switches and Jumpers
52
System-Board Leds
55
System-Board Optional Device Connectors
56
Installation Guidelines
57
System Reliability Guidelines
59
Working Inside the Server with the Power on
59
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
60
Internal Cable Routing and Connectors
60
Removing the Cover
65
Removing the DIMM Air Baffle
66
Removing the Microprocessor 2 Air Baffle
67
Installing a Memory Module
68
DIMM Installation Sequence
71
Memory Mirroring
72
Online-Spare Memory
74
Installing a DIMM
74
Installing Drives
76
Installing a Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive
76
Ids for Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drives
77
Installing a Simple-Swap Hard Disk Drive
78
Ids for Simple-Swap Hard Disk Drives
79
Installing an Optional DVD Drive
80
Replacing a PCI Riser-Card Assembly
82
Installing an Adapter
84
Replacing a PCI Express Assembly with a PCI-X Assembly
87
Replacing a PCI-X Assembly with a PCI Express Assembly
88
Installing a Serveraid SAS/SATA Controller on the SAS/SATA RAID Riser Card
89
Installing an Optional Serveraid Adapter Advanced Feature Key
93
Installing a Hot-Swap Fan Assembly
94
Installing a Hot-Swap Ac Power Supply
96
Installing a USB Embedded Hypervisor Flash Device
99
Installing the Virtual Media Key
100
Installing the Optional Two-Port Ethernet Adapter
101
Installing a RAID Adapter Battery Remotely in the Server
104
Installing the DVD Enablement Kit
109
Installing a SAS/SATA 4 Pac HDD Option
111
Installing a Second Microprocessor and Heat Sink
114
Thermal Grease
119
Completing the Installation
120
Installing the Microprocessor 2 Air Baffle
120
Installing the DIMM Air Baffle
121
Installing the Cover
122
Connecting the Cables
123
Updating the Server Configuration
124
Chapter 3. Configuring the Server
125
Using the Setup Utility
126
Starting the Setup Utility
127
Setup Utility Menu Choices
127
Passwords
130
Power-On Password
131
Administrator Password
133
Using the Boot Manager Program
133
Starting the Backup Server Firmware
133
Using the Serverguide Setup and Installation CD
134
Serverguide Features
134
Setup and Configuration Overview
135
Typical Operating-System Installation
135
Installing Your Operating System Without Using Serverguide
136
Using the Integrated Management Module
136
Using the Remote Presence Capability and Blue-Screen Capture
137
Enabling the Remote Presence Feature
138
Obtaining the IP Address for the IMM
138
Logging on to the Web Interface
139
Using the Embedded Hypervisor
139
Recovering the Flash Device Image
140
Enabling the Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Utility Program
140
Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet Controller
141
Using the LSI Configuration Utility Program
141
Starting the LSI Configuration Utility Program
142
Formatting a Hard Disk Drive
143
Creating a RAID Array of Hard Disk Drives
143
IBM Advanced Settings Utility Program
144
Updating IBM Systems Director
144
Installing a Newer Version
144
Installing Updates with Your Management Server Is Connected to the Internet
145
Installing Updates with Your Management Server Is Not Connected to the Internet
145
The Updatexpress System Pack Installer
146
Appendix. Getting Help and Technical Assistance
147
Before You Call
147
Using the Documentation
148
Getting Help and Information from the World Wide Web
148
How to Send DSA Data to IBM
148
Creating a Personalized Support Web Page
149
Software Service and Support
149
Hardware Service and Support
149
IBM Taiwan Product Service
149
Notices
151
Trademarks
152
Important Notes
152
Particulate Contamination
153
Documentation Format
154
Telecommunication Regulatory Statement
154
Electronic Emission Notices
155
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
155
Industry Canada Class a Emission Compliance Statement
155
Avis de Conformité À la Réglementation D'industrie Canada
155
Australia and New Zealand Class a Statement
155
European Union EMC Directive Conformance Statement
156
Germany Class a Statement
156
Japan VCCI Class a Statement
157
Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) Statement
158
Korea Communications Commission (KCC) Statement
158
Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class a Statement
158
People's Republic of China Class a Electronic Emission Statement
158
Taiwan Class a Compliance Statement
159
Index
161
IBM System x3550 M3 Type 7944 Installation And User Manual (160 pages)
1-U-high rack model server
Brand:
IBM
| Category:
Server
| Size: 16.89 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Safety
9
Chapter 1. The System X3550 M3 Server
17
The IBM System X Documentation CD
19
Hardware and Software Requirements
19
Using the Documentation Browser
19
Related Documentation
20
Notices and Statements in this Document
21
Features and Specifications
22
What Your Server Offers
24
Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability
27
IBM Systems Director
29
The Updatexpress System Packs
29
Server Controls, Leds, and Power
30
Front View
30
Operator Information Panel
31
Light Path Diagnostics Panel
31
Rear View
41
System Pulse Leds
46
Server Power Features
47
Turning off the Server
48
Chapter 2. Installing Optional Devices
51
Instructions for IBM Business Partners
51
Server Components
52
System-Board Internal Connectors
53
System-Board External Connectors
54
System-Board Switches and Jumpers
55
System-Board Leds
59
System-Board Optional Device Connectors
60
Installation Guidelines
60
System Reliability Guidelines
62
Working Inside the Server with the Power on
62
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
62
Internal Cable Routing and Connectors
63
Removing the Cover
68
Removing the Microprocessor 2 Air Baffle
69
Removing the DIMM Air Baffle
70
Installing a Memory Module
72
DIMM Installation Sequence
74
Memory Mirroring
75
Online-Spare Memory
76
Installing a DIMM
77
Installing Drives
78
Installing a Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive
79
Ids for Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drives
79
Installing a Simple-Swap Hard Disk Drive
80
Installing an Optional DVD Drive
81
Replacing a PCI Riser-Card Assembly
84
Installing an Adapter
86
Replacing a PCI Express Assembly with a PCI-X Assembly
88
Replacing a PCI-X Assembly with a PCI Express Assembly
89
Removing a Serveraid SAS/SATA Controller from the SAS/SATA RAID Riser Card
90
Installing a Serveraid SAS/SATA Controller on the SAS/SATA RAID Riser Card
91
Installing an Optional Serveraid Adapter Advanced Feature Key
94
Installing an Optional Optical Drive Cage
96
Installing a SAS/SATA 4 Pac HDD Option
98
Installing a Second Microprocessor and Heat Sink
100
Thermal Grease
105
Installing a Hot-Swap Fan Assembly
106
Installing a Hot-Swap Ac Power Supply
107
Installing the Optional Two-Port Ethernet Adapter
111
Installing the Virtual Media Key
113
Installing a USB Embedded Hypervisor Flash Device
114
Installing a RAID Adapter Battery Remotely in the Server
115
Completing the Installation
119
Replacing the DIMM Air Baffle
119
Replacing the Microprocessor 2 Air Baffle
120
Replacing the Cover
121
Connecting the Cables
121
Updating the Server Configuration
122
Chapter 3. Configuring the Server
123
Using the Setup Utility
124
Starting the Setup Utility
124
Setup Utility Menu Choices
125
Passwords
128
Using the Boot Manager Program
130
Starting the Backup Server Firmware
130
Using the Serverguide Setup and Installation CD
130
Serverguide Features
131
Setup and Configuration Overview
131
Typical Operating-System Installation
132
Installing Your Operating System Without Using Serverguide
132
Using the Integrated Management Module
133
Using the Embedded Hypervisor
134
Using the Remote Presence Capability and Blue-Screen Capture
135
Enabling the Remote Presence Feature
135
Obtaining the IP Address for the IMM
136
Logging on to the Web Interface
136
Enabling the Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Utility Program
136
Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet Controller
137
Using LSI Configuration Utility Program
137
Starting the LSI Configuration Utility Program
138
Formatting a Hard Disk Drive
138
Creating a RAID Array of Hard Disk Drives
139
IBM Advanced Settings Utility Program
139
Updating IBM Systems Director
139
The Updatexpress System Pack Installer
140
Appendix A. Getting Help and Technical Assistance
141
Before You Call
141
Using the Documentation
142
Getting Help and Information from the World Wide Web
142
How to Send Dynamic System Analysis Data to IBM
142
Creating a Personalized Support Web Page
142
Software Service and Support
142
Hardware Service and Support
143
IBM Taiwan Product Service
143
Appendix B. Notices
145
Trademarks
145
Important Notes
146
Particulate Contamination
147
Documentation Format
147
Telecommunication Regulatory Statement
148
Electronic Emission Notices
148
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
148
Industry Canada Class a Emission Compliance Statement
148
Avis de Conformité À la Réglementation D'industrie Canada
148
Australia and New Zealand Class a Statement
148
European Union EMC Directive Conformance Statement
149
Germany Class a Statement
149
VCCI Class a Statement
150
Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) Statement
150
Korea Communications Commission (KCC) Statement
150
Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class a Statement
151
People's Republic of China Class a Electronic Emission Statement
151
Taiwan Class a Compliance Statement
151
Index
153
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