IBM 867413x - Eserver xSeries 330 8674, Hardware Maintenance Manual

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What the xSeries 330 / IntelliStation R Pro offers
The unique design of this server takes advantage of advancements in symmetric
multiprocessing (SMP), data storage, and memory management. The server
combines:
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Impressive performance using an innovative approach to SMP
The server supports up to two Pentium III microprocessors. The server comes
with one microprocessor installed; you can install an additional microprocessor
to enhance performance and provide SMP capability.
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Large system memory
The memory bus in the server supports up to 4 gigabytes (GB) of system
memory. The memory controller provides error correcting code (ECC) support
for up to four industry standard PC133, 3.3 V, 168-pin, 8-byte, registered,
synchronous-dynamic-random access memory (SDRAM) dual inline memory
modules (DIMMs).
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System-management capabilities
The server comes with an Advanced System Management Processor on the
system board. This processor, in conjunction with the systems-management
software that is provided with the server, enables you to manage the functions
of the server locally and remotely. The Advanced System Management Processor
also provides system monitoring, event recording, and dial-out alert capability.
Note:
The Advanced System Management Processor is sometimes referred to as
the service processor.
Refer to the documentation provided with the system-management software for
more information.
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Integrated network environment support
The server comes with two Ethernet controllers on the system board. Each
Ethernet controller has an interface for connecting to 10-Mbps or 100-Mbps
networks. The server automatically selects between 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX.
Each controller provides full-duplex (FDX) capability, which allows simultaneous
transmission and reception of data on the Ethernet local area network (LAN).
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IBM ServerGuide CDs
The ServerGuide CDs that are included with the server provide programs to
help you set up your server and install the network operating system (NOS).
The ServerGuide program detects the hardware options that are installed, and
provides the correct configuration programs and device drivers. In addition, the
ServerGuide CDs include a variety of application programs for your server.
Reliability, availability, and serviceability features
Three of the most important features in server design are reliability, availability,
and serviceability (RAS). These factors help to ensure the integrity of the data
stored on your server; that your server is available when you want to use it; and
that should a failure occur, you can easily diagnose and repair the failure with
minimal inconvenience.
The following is an abbreviated list of the RAS features that your server supports.
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Menu-driven setup, system configuration, RAID configuration, and diagnostic
programs
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Power-on self-test (POST)
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Integrated Advanced System Management Processor
General information
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