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Lenovo x3550 M4 Installation And Service Manual (1006 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Server | Size: 45.67 MB

Table of Contents
3
Safety

7
- Guidelines for Trained Service Technicians
  8
  - Inspecting for Unsafe Conditions
    8
  - Guidelines for Servicing Electrical Equipment
    9
- Safety Statements
  10
Chapter 1. The System X3550 M4 Server

15
- The Documentation CD
  17
  - Hardware and Software Requirements
    17
  - Using the Documentation Browser
    18
- Related Documentation
  18
- Notices and Statements in this Document
  19
- Server Features and Specifications
  20
- What Your Server Offers
  23
- Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability
  26
- Systems Director
  27
  - Server Controls, Leds, and Power
    28
    
    Front View
    28
    
    Operator Information Panel
    29
    
    Light Path Diagnostics Panel
    31
- Rear View
  32
  - Server Power Features
    35
Chapter 2. Installing Optional Devices

37
Chapter 3. Configuring

107
- Updating the Firmware
  107
- Configuring the Server
  108
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting

129
- Start here
  129
  - Diagnosing a Problem
    129
  - Undocumented Problems
    131
- Service Bulletins
  131
- Checkout Procedure
  132
  - About the Checkout Procedure
    132
  - Performing the Checkout Procedure
    132
- Diagnostic Tools
  133
  - Light Path Diagnostics
    135
    
    Light Path Diagnostics Leds
    138
    
    System Pulse Leds
    146
- Event Logs
  147
- Viewing Event Logs Without Restarting the Server
  148
- Post
  149
  - Dynamic System Analysis
    149
    
    Dsa Editions
    150
    
    Running the Dsa Preboot Diagnostic Programs
    151
    
    Diagnostic Text Messages
    151
- Automated Service Request (Call Home)
  152
  - Electronic Service Agent
    152
- Error Messages
  152
- Troubleshooting by Symptom
  152
  - CD/DVD Drive Problems
    153
  - General Problems
    153
  - Hard Disk Drive Problems
    154
  - Hypervisor Problems
    155
  - Intermittent Problems
    156
  - Keyboard, Mouse, or USB-Device Problems
    156
  - Memory Problems
    157
  - Microprocessor Problems
    158
  - Monitor and Video Problems
    159
  - Network Connection Problems
    161
  - Optional-Device Problems
    162
  - Power Problems
    162
  - Serial-Device Problems
    167
  - Serverguide Problems
    168
  - Software Problems
    169
  - Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port Problems
    169
- Video Problems
  170
- Solving Power Problems
  170
- Solving Ethernet Controller Problems
  171
- Solving Undetermined Problems
  172
- Problem Determination Tips
  173
- Recovering the Server Firmware (UEFI Update Failure)
  174
- In-Band Manual Recovery Method
  174
  - In-Band Automated Boot Recovery Method
    176
  - Out-Of-Band Method
    176
- Automated Boot Recovery (ABR)
  176
- Nx-Boot Failure
  176
Chapter 5. Parts Listing, Lenovo System X3550 M4 Type 7914

179
- Replaceable Server Components
  179
  - Structural Parts
    189
- Power Cords
  190
Chapter 6. Removing and Replacing Components

193
- Returning a Device or Component
  193
- Internal Cable Routing and Connectors
  193
  - Cabling SAS/SATA Serveraid Controller
    193
  - Cabling Backplane
    195
  - Cabling RAID Adapter Battery or Flash Power Module
    198
  - Cabling Specpower
    199
  - Cabling DVD Drive
    200
  - Cabling Operator Information Panel
    201
  - Cabling Front USB and Video Connector
    202
- Removing and Replacing Server Components
  203
  - Removing and Replacing Structural Parts
    203
  - Removing and Replacing Tier 1 Crus
    212
    
    Removing a DVD Drive
    218
    
    Replacing a DVD Drive
    220
    
    Removing the DVD Drive Cable
    223
    
    Replacing the DVD Drive Cable
    225
    
    Removing a Memory Module
    227
    
    Removing an Adapter
    239
    
    Replacing an Adapter
    240
    
    Removing the Serveraid Adapter Memory Module
    250
    
    Replacing the Serveraid Adapter Memory Module
    251
    
    Removing a Power Supply
    260
    
    Replacing a Power Supply
    265
    
    Removing a Usb Embedded Hypervisor Flash Device
    282
    
    Replacing a Usb Embedded Hypervisor Flash Device
    282
    
    Removing the System Battery
    283
    
    Replacing the System Battery
    285
    
    Removing the Bezel
    287
    
    Replacing the Bezel
    289
    
    Removing the Front Usb Connector Assembly
    290
    
    Replacing the Front Usb Connector Assembly
    292
    
    Removing the Front Video Connector Assembly
    293
    
    Replacing the Front Video Connector Assembly
    295
    
    Removing the Operator Information Panel Assembly
    297
    
    Replacing the Operator Information Panel Assembly
    297
  - Removing and Replacing Tier 2 Crus
    299
    
    Replacing a Microprocessor and Heat Sink
    304
    
    Removing the System Board
    314
    
    Replacing the System Board
    318
Appendix A. Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) Error Messages

323
- List of IMM Events
  324
- IMM Events that Automatically Notify Support
  799
Appendix B. UEFI/POST Diagnostic Codes

805
- List of UEFI Events
  805
Appendix C. DSA Diagnostic Test Results

829
Appendix D. Getting Help and Technical Assistance

987
- Before You Call
  987
- Using the Documentation
  988
- Getting Help and Information from the World Wide Web
  988
- How to Send DSA Data
  988
- Creating a Personalized Support Web Page
  988
- Software Service and Support
  989
  - Hardware Service and Support
    989
  - Taiwan Product Service
    989
Appendix E. Notices

991
Index

997

Lenovo x3550 M4 Installation And Service Manual (908 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Server | Size: 39.92 MB

Table of Contents
3
Safety

7
- Guidelines for Trained Service Technicians
  8
  - Inspecting for Unsafe Conditions
    8
  - Guidelines for Servicing Electrical Equipment
    9
- Safety Statements
  10
Chapter 1. The Lenovo System X3550 M4 Server

15
- The Documentation CD
  17
  - Hardware and Software Requirements
    17
  - Using the Documentation Browser
    17
- Related Documentation
  18
- Notices and Statements in this Document
  19
- Server Features and Specifications
  19
- What Your Server Offers
  23
- Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability
  26
- Systems Director
  27
- Server Controls, Leds, and Power
  28
  - Front View
    28
  - Operator Information Panel
    30
  - Light Path Diagnostics Panel
    31
  - Rear View
    32
  - Server Power Features
    35
Chapter 2. Installing Optional Devices

37
Chapter 3. Configuring

105
- Updating the Firmware
  105
- Configuring the Server
  106
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting

129
- Start here
  129
  - Diagnosing a Problem
    129
  - Undocumented Problems
    131
- Service Bulletins
  131
- Checkout Procedure
  132
  - About the Checkout Procedure
    132
  - Performing the Checkout Procedure
    132
- Diagnostic Tools
  133
  - Light Path Diagnostics
    135
  - System Pulse Leds
    146
  - Event Logs
    147
  - Clearing the Event Logs
    149
  - Post
    150
  - Dynamic System Analysis
    150
    
    Dsa Editions
    151
    
    Running the Dsa Preboot Diagnostic Programs
    151
- Automated Service Request (Call Home)
  152
  - Electronic Service Agent
    153
- Error Messages
  153
- Troubleshooting by Symptom
  153
  - CD/DVD Drive Problems
    153
  - General Problems
    154
  - Hard Disk Drive Problems
    155
  - Hypervisor Problems
    157
  - Intermittent Problems
    158
  - Keyboard, Mouse, or USB-Device Problems
    158
  - Memory Problems
    159
  - Microprocessor Problems
    161
  - Monitor and Video Problems
    161
  - Network Connection Problems
    164
  - Optional-Device Problems
    164
  - Power Problems
    165
  - Serial-Device Problems
    171
  - Serverguide Problems
    172
  - Software Problems
    172
  - Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port Problems
    173
  - Video Problems
    173
- Solving Power Problems
  173
- Solving Ethernet Controller Problems
  175
- Solving Undetermined Problems
  176
- Problem Determination Tips
  177
- Recovering the Server Firmware (UEFI Update Failure)
  178
- In-Band Manual Recovery Method
  178
- In-Band Automated Boot Recovery Method
  180
  - Out-Of-Band Method
    180
- Automated Boot Recovery (ABR)
  180
- Nx-Boot Failure
  180
Chapter 5. Parts Listing, Lenovo System X3550 M4 Type 7914

183
- Replaceable Server Components
  183
  - Structural Parts
    194
- Power Cords
  195
Chapter 6. Removing and Replacing Components

199
- Returning a Device or Component
  199
- Internal Cable Routing and Connectors
  199
  - Cabling SAS/SATA Serveraid Controller
    199
  - Cabling Backplane
    201
  - Cabling RAID Adapter Battery or Flash Power Module
    203
  - Cabling Specpower
    204
  - Cabling DVD Drive
    205
  - Cabling Operator Information Panel
    206
  - Cabling Front USB and Video Connector
    207
- Removing and Replacing Server Components
  208
  - Removing and Replacing Structural Parts
    208
  - Removing and Replacing Tier 1 Crus
    217
    
    Removing a Memory Module
    230
    
    Removing an Adapter
    241
    
    Replacing an Adapter
    242
    
    Removing the Serveraid Adapter Memory Module
    251
    
    Replacing the Serveraid Adapter Memory Module
    251
    
    Removing the System Battery
    282
    
    Replacing the System Battery
    284
    
    Removing the Bezel
    286
    
    Replacing the Bezel
    287
    
    Replacing the Front Usb Connector Assembly
    290
    
    Removing the Front Video Connector Assembly
    292
    
    Replacing the Front Video Connector Assembly
    294
    
    Removing the Operator Information Panel Assembly
    295
    
    Replacing the Operator Information Panel Assembly
    296
  - Removing and Replacing Tier 2 Crus
    297
    
    Removing the System Board
    312
    
    Replacing the System Board
    315
Appendix A. Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) Error Messages

319
- IMM Events that Automatically Notify Support
  320
- List of IMM Events
  325
Appendix B. UEFI/POST Diagnostic Codes

729
- List of UEFI Events
  729
Appendix C. DSA Diagnostic Test Results

749
Appendix D. Getting Help and Technical Assistance

887
- Before You Call
  887
- Using the Documentation
  888
- Getting Help and Information from the World Wide Web
  888
- How to Send DSA Data
  888
- Creating a Personalized Support Web Page
  888
- Software Service and Support
  889
- Hardware Service and Support
  889
- Taiwan Product Service
  889
Appendix E. Notices

891
Index

899

Lenovo x3550 M4 Installation And Service Manual (634 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Server | Size: 58.98 MB

Table of Contents
5
Safety

9
- Guidelines for Trained Service Technicians
  10
  - Inspecting for Unsafe Conditions
    10
  - Guidelines for Servicing Electrical Equipment
    11
- Safety Statements
  12
Chapter 1. The System X3550 M4 Server

19
- The Documentation CD
  21
  - Hardware and Software Requirements
    21
  - Using the Documentation Browser
    22
- Related Documentation
  22
- Notices and Statements in this Document
  24
- Server Features and Specifications
  24
- What Your Server Offers
  28
- Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability
  32
- IBM Systems Director
  33
- Server Controls, Leds, and Power
  34
  - Front View
    34
  - Operator Information Panel
    35
  - Light Path Diagnostics Panel
    37
  - Rear View
    38
  - Server Power Features
    41
Chapter 2. Installing Optional Devices

43
Chapter 3. Configuring

115
- Updating the Firmware
  115
- Configuring the Server
  116
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting

141
- Start here
  141
  - Diagnosing a Problem
    141
  - Undocumented Problems
    143
- Service Bulletins
  143
- Checkout Procedure
  144
  - About the Checkout Procedure
    144
  - Performing the Checkout Procedure
    145
- Diagnostic Tools
  145
  - Light Path Diagnostics
    148
  - System Pulse Leds
    158
  - Event Logs
    159
  - Viewing Event Logs Without Restarting the Server
    161
  - Post
    162
  - Dynamic System Analysis
    162
  - Clearing the Event Logs
    162
- Automated Service Request (Call Home)
  165
  - Electronic Service Agent
    165
- Error Messages
  166
- Troubleshooting by Symptom
  166
  - CD/DVD Drive Problems
    167
  - General Problems
    167
  - Hard Disk Drive Problems
    168
  - Hypervisor Problems
    170
  - Intermittent Problems
    171
  - Keyboard, Mouse, or USB-Device Problems
    171
  - Memory Problems
    173
  - Microprocessor Problems
    174
  - Monitor and Video Problems
    175
  - Network Connection Problems
    177
  - Optional-Device Problems
    177
  - Power Problems
    179
  - Serial-Device Problems
    185
  - Serverguide Problems
    186
  - Software Problems
    187
  - Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port Problems
    187
  - Video Problems
    187
- Solving Power Problems
  187
- Solving Ethernet Controller Problems
  189
- Solving Undetermined Problems
  190
- Problem Determination Tips
  191
- Recovering the Server Firmware (UEFI Update Failure)
  192
  - In-Band Manual Recovery Method
    192
  - In-Band Automated Boot Recovery Method
    194
  - Out-Of-Band Method
    194
- Automated Boot Recovery (ABR)
  194
- Nx-Boot Failure
  195
Chapter 5. Parts Listing, Lenovo System X3550 M4 Type 7914

197
- Replaceable Server Components
  197
  - Structural Parts
    206
- Power Cords
  207
Chapter 6. Removing and Replacing Components

211
- Returning a Device or Component
  211
- Internal Cable Routing and Connectors
  211
  - Cabling SAS/SATA Serveraid Controller
    211
  - Cabling Backplane
    213
  - Cabling RAID Adapter Battery or Flash Power Module
    215
  - Cabling Specpower
    216
  - Cabling DVD Drive
    217
  - Cabling Operator Information Panel
    218
  - Cabling Front USB and Video Connector
    219
- Removing and Replacing Server Components
  220
  - Removing and Replacing Structural Parts
    220
  - Removing and Replacing Tier 1 Crus
    229
    
    Removing a DVD Drive
    236
    
    Removing the DVD Drive Cable
    242
    
    Removing an Adapter
    258
    
    Removing a Power Supply
    278
    
    Replacing the System Battery
    303
    
    Removing the Bezel
    305
    
    Replacing the Bezel
    307
    
    Replacing the Front Usb Connector Assembly
    310
  - Removing and Replacing Tier 2 Crus
    317
    
    Removing the System Board
    332
    
    Replacing the System Board
    336
Appendix A. Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) Error Messages

341
- IMM Events that Automatically Notify Support
  342
Appendix B. UEFI/POST Diagnostic Codes

537
Appendix C. DSA Diagnostic Test Results

549
- DSA Broadcom Network Test Results
  549
- DSA Brocade Test Results
  553
- DSA Checkpoint Panel Test Results
  556
- DSA CPU Stress Test Results
  557
- DSA Emulex Adapter Test Results
  558
- DSA EXA Port Ping Test Results
  560
- DSA Hard Drive Test Results
  560
- DSA Intel Network Test Results
  561
- DSA LSI Hard Drive Test Results
  564
- DSA Mellanox Adapter Test Results
  564
- DSA Memory Isolation Test Results
  566
- DSA Memory Stress Test Results
  599
- DSA Nvidia GPU Test Results
  600
- DSA Optical Drive Test Results
  603
- DSA System Management Test Results
  605
- DSA Tape Drive Test Results
  611
Appendix D. Getting Help and Technical Assistance

615
- Before You Call
  615
- Using the Documentation
  616
- Getting Help and Information from the World Wide Web
  616
- How to Send DSA Data
  616
- Creating a Personalized Support Web Page
  617
- Software Service and Support
  617
- Hardware Service and Support
  617
- Taiwan Product Service
  617
Notices

619

Lenovo x3550 M4 Product Manual (44 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Server | Size: 0.46 MB

Key Features
2
Scalability and Performance
2
Energy Efficiency
3
Components and Connectors
4
Standard Specifications
6
Standard Models
8
Express Models
9
Processor Options
11
Memory Options
11
Internal Storage
14
Controllers for Internal Storage
15
Internal Drive Options
18
Internal Backup Units
19
Optical Drives
20
I/O Expansion Options
20
Network Adapters
21
Storage Host Bus Adapters
23
Pcie SSD Adapters
24
GPU Adapters
24
Power Supplies
24
Integrated Virtualization
25
Systems Management
25
Operating Systems
26
Physical and Electrical Specifications
27
Warranty Options
28
Regulatory Compliance
30
External Disk Storage Expansion
31
External Disk Storage Systems
33
External Backup Units
35
Top-Of-Rack Ethernet Switches
35
Uninterruptible Power Supply Units
36
Power Distribution Units
37
Rack Cabinets
38
Rack Options
38
Lenovo Financial Services
39
Related Publications and Links
40
Related Product Families
40

Lenovo x3550 M4 Product Manual (43 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Server | Size: 0.46 MB

Product Guide
1
Key Features
2
Scalability and Performance
2
Energy Efficiency
3
Components and Connectors
4
Standard Specifications
6
Standard Models
8
Express Models
8
Processor Options
9
Memory Options
10
Internal Storage
13
Controllers for Internal Storage
15
Internal Drive Options
18
Internal Backup Units
19
Optical Drives
19
I/O Expansion Options
20
Network Adapters
21
Storage Host Bus Adapters
23
Pcie SSD Adapters
23
GPU Adapters
24
Power Supplies
25
Integrated Virtualization
25
Systems Management
25
Operating Systems
26
Physical and Electrical Specifications
27
Warranty Options
28
Regulatory Compliance
30
External Disk Storage Expansion
31
External Disk Storage Systems
32
External Backup Units
33
Top-Of-Rack Ethernet Switches
34
Uninterruptible Power Supply Units
35
Power Distribution Units
36
Rack Cabinets
37
Rack Options
37
Lenovo Financial Services
38
Related Publications and Links
39
Related Product Families
39

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Lenovo x3550 M4 Installation And Service Manual (1006 pages)

Table of Contents

Safety

Chapter 1. The System X3550 M4 Server

Chapter 2. Installing Optional Devices

Chapter 3. Configuring

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting

Chapter 5. Parts Listing, Lenovo System X3550 M4 Type 7914

Chapter 6. Removing and Replacing Components

Appendix A. Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) Error Messages

Appendix B. UEFI/POST Diagnostic Codes

Appendix C. DSA Diagnostic Test Results

Appendix D. Getting Help and Technical Assistance

Appendix E. Notices

Index

Lenovo x3550 M4 Installation And Service Manual (908 pages)

Table of Contents

Safety

Chapter 1. The Lenovo System X3550 M4 Server

Chapter 2. Installing Optional Devices

Chapter 3. Configuring

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting

Chapter 5. Parts Listing, Lenovo System X3550 M4 Type 7914

Chapter 6. Removing and Replacing Components

Appendix A. Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) Error Messages

Appendix B. UEFI/POST Diagnostic Codes

Appendix C. DSA Diagnostic Test Results

Appendix D. Getting Help and Technical Assistance

Appendix E. Notices

Index

Lenovo x3550 M4 Installation And Service Manual (634 pages)

Table of Contents

Safety

Chapter 1. The System X3550 M4 Server

Chapter 2. Installing Optional Devices

Chapter 3. Configuring

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting

Chapter 5. Parts Listing, Lenovo System X3550 M4 Type 7914

Chapter 6. Removing and Replacing Components

Appendix A. Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) Error Messages

Appendix B. UEFI/POST Diagnostic Codes

Appendix C. DSA Diagnostic Test Results

Appendix D. Getting Help and Technical Assistance

Notices

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