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IBM xSeries 200VL 8481 Hardware Maintenance Manual

IBM xSeries 200VL 8481 Hardware Maintenance Manual (148 pages)

xSeries 200 Type 8479 and xSeries 200VL Type 8481

Brand: IBM | Category: Server | Size: 5 MB

Table of Contents

About this Manual

5
General Checkout

9
General Information

11
Diagnostics

17
- Diagnostic Tools Overview
  17
- Post
  17
  - POST Beep Code Descriptions
    17
  - POST Error Messages
    17
- Small Computer System Interface Messages (some Models)
  18
- Diagnostic Programs and Error Messages
  18
- Power Checkout
  22
- Recovering BIOS
  22
- Clearing CMOS
  23
- Replacing the Battery
  23
- Temperature Checkout
  25
- Diagnosing Errors
  25
- Troubleshooting the Ethernet Controller
  25
  - Network Connection Problems
    25
  - Ethernet Controller Troubleshooting Chart
    26
- Ethernet Controller Messages
  27
Configuration

33
Installing Options

45
- Major Components of the Xseries 200
  45
  - System and PCI Extender Board
    45
    
    System and PCI Extender Board Options Connectors
    45
    
    System Board Internal Cable Connectors
    46
    
    System Board External Connectors
    47
    
    System Board Jumpers
    47
- Before You Begin
  48
  - Working Inside the Server with the Power on
    48
  - System Reliability Considerations
    48
- Stabilizing Feet
  49
- Side Cover Removal
  50
- Bezel Removal
  51
- Removing the Support Bracket Assembly
  53
- Working with Adapters
  54
  - Adapter Considerations
    54
  - Adapter Installation
    55
- SCSI or Serveraid Adapter Installation
  56
- Internal Drive Installation
  57
- Microprocessor
  64
  - Microprocessor Removal
    64
  - Microprocessor Installation
    67
- Installing a Security U-Bolt
  69
- Completing the Installation
  70
- Input/Output Connectors
  73
  - Mouse Connector
    74
  - Keyboard Connector
    74
  - Parallel Connector
    75
    
    Viewing or Changing the Connector Assignments
    75
  - Serial Connectors
    76
    
    Viewing or Changing the Serial-Connector Assignments
    76
  - Ethernet Connector
    77
    
    Configuring the Ethernet Controller
    77
    
    High Performance Ethernet Modes
    77
    
    Teaming Mode
    77
    
    Priority Packet Mode
    78
    
    Virtual LAN Mode
    79
    
    Ethernet Connector
    80
  - Universal Serial Bus Connectors
    80
    
    USB Cables and Hubs
    80
    
    USB Connectors
    80
  - Audio Connectors
    81
    
    Line in
    81
    
    Line out
    81
    
    MIC
    81
  - MIDI Connector
    81
  - Video Connector
    82
  - Ultra160 SCSI Connector (some Models)
    82
    
    SCSI Cabling Requirements
    82
    
    Setting SCSI Ids
    83
FRU Information (Service Only)

85
- Hard Disk Drive Cage
  85
- Power Supply
  86
- Rear Fan
  87
- System Board
  87
- CD-ROM Drive
  88
- Floppy Disk Drive
  89
- Button Kit
  90
- Guide Assembly / Speaker
  91
- Bezel Release Latch
  92
- Top/Side Cover
  93
- Handle Assembly
  94
- Adapter Retainer
  95
Symptom-To-FRU Index

97
- Beep Symptoms
  97
- No Beep Symptoms
  98
- Diagnostic Error Codes
  98
- Error Symptoms
  100
- POST Error Messages
  103
- Serveraid
  105
- Undetermined Problems
  105
Parts Listing

107
- System
  108
  - Keyboards
    109
- Power Cords
  110
Related Service Information

111
- Safety Information
  111
  - General Safety
    111
  - Electrical Safety
    112
  - Safety Inspection Guide
    113
  - Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Devices
    114
  - Grounding Requirements
    114
  - Safety Notices (Multi-Lingual Translations)
    115
- Send Us Your Comments
  144
- Problem Determination Tips
  145
- Notices
  145
- Trademarks
  146

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