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Summary of Contents for 8677 - BladeCenter Rack-mountable - Power...

Page 1: ...llation and User s Guide Install and start the blade servers Using RDM See www pc ibm com ww eserver xseries systems_management index html for instructions Using the NOS installation instructions at w...

Page 2: ...r loose connections and verify that all optional devices you installed are on the ServerProven list You can view the ServerProven list at http www ibm com pc compat Server working properly Problem sol...

Page 3: ...BladeCenter Type 8677 Installation and User s Guide ERserver...

Page 4: ...of Limited Warranty Z125 4753 07 11 2002 on page 61 and Appendix C Notices on page 77 Fifth Edition August 2003 Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2002 2003 All rights reserved US...

Page 5: ...deCenter modules 15 Management module 15 I O modules 16 Power modules 17 Blower modules 18 Installing a module 18 Removing a module 20 Installing and removing the acoustic module option 21 Installing...

Page 6: ...ng the wizard 45 Using Remote Deployment Manager Version 4 1 or later 46 Configuring a switch module 46 What to configure 47 Supporting Ethernet failover 47 Configuring the Ethernet controllers in the...

Page 7: ...mmission FCC statement 80 Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement 80 Australia and New Zealand Class A statement 80 United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement 80 European Union...

Page 8: ...vi BladeCenter Type 8677 Installation and User s Guide...

Page 9: ...ert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften Ennen kuin asennat t m n tuotteen lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information Avant d installer ce produit lisez les consignes de s curit Vor der Installation die...

Page 10: ...onnect signal cables v Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire water or structural damage v Disconnect the attached power cords telecommunications systems networks and modems before...

Page 11: ...products such as CD ROMs DVD drives fiber optic devices or transmitters are installed note the following v Do not remove the covers Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to...

Page 12: ...n the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device The device also might have more than one power cord To remove all electrical current...

Page 13: ...ect a problem with one of these parts contact a service technician Statement 12 CAUTION The following label indicates a hot surface nearby Statement 13 DANGER Overloading a branch circuit is potential...

Page 14: ...he unit remove all the blades to reduce the weight Statement 21 CAUTION Hazardous energy is present when the blade is connected to the power source Always replace the blade cover before installing the...

Page 15: ...adeCenter unit v Start and configure your BladeCenter unit v Install options v Perform basic troubleshooting of your BladeCenter unit The latest version of this publication is available from the IBM S...

Page 16: ...hown in the following illustration Label Rear Front Label Label A set of user labels comes with each blade server Write whatever identifying information you want on a label and place it on the BladeCe...

Page 17: ...matically v If Autostart is disabled insert the documentation CD into your CD ROM drive then click Start Run In the Open field type e win32 bat where e is the drive letter of your CD ROM drive and cli...

Page 18: ...er type This publication contains instructions for setting up a BladeCenter HS20 blade server and basic instructions for installing some options It also contains general information about the blade se...

Page 19: ...Additional publications might be included on the IBM BladeCenter Documentation CD Chapter 1 Introduction 5...

Page 20: ...ent access Predictive Failure Analysis PFA alerts v Blowers v Blade dependent features Size 7U v Height 304 2 mm 12 in or 7 U v Depth 711 2 mm 28 in v Width 444 mm 17 5 in v Weight Fully configured wi...

Page 21: ...akes advantage of advancements in server technology It provides up to 14 functionally separate servers and their shared resources in a single center Your BladeCenter unit combines v IBM Enterprise X A...

Page 22: ...nnections See the documentation that comes with your I O expansion and switch module options for more information about configuring for redundant network connections v System management capabilities Y...

Page 23: ...assis v Automatic error retry and recovery v Automatic restart after a power failure v Built in monitoring for blower power temperature and voltage v Built in monitoring for module redundancy v Custom...

Page 24: ...ware Blade server Media tray Blade server with storage expansion unit Filler blade Front bezel I O module Blower module Power module Management module USB port CD ROM drive Diskette drive Attention To...

Page 25: ...on page 29 for details about these components and indicators Rear view AC AC DC DC I O module bay 3 I O module 1 I O module bay 4 I O module 2 Power module bay 3 Power module 1 Power module bay 4 Pow...

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Page 27: ...eady installed remove them first Blade servers are installed from the front of the BladeCenter unit without sliding the BladeCenter unit into or out of the rack Detailed instructions for installing a...

Page 28: ...rive is replaced within 1 minute of removal v Cables for the option modules are routed according to the illustrations and instructions in this document v A failed blower is replaced as soon as possibl...

Page 29: ...of the module bays on the rear of the BladeCenter unit has a module or filler module installed When replacing a module do not operate the BladeCenter unit for more than one minute without either a mod...

Page 30: ...all in I O module bays 3 and 4 must be Fibre Channel switch modules or pass thru modules Notes 1 Because of electromagnetic interference EMI no more than two four port 1 Gb Ethernet switch modules can...

Page 31: ...s from the option are routed to I O module bays 3 and 4 You can verify which controller on the option is routed to which I O module bay by performing the test in note 2 using a controller on the I O e...

Page 32: ...r temperature at the front of the BladeCenter If the ambient temperature is 72 F or below the BladeCenter blowers will run at 30 of their maximum rotational speed increasing their speed as required to...

Page 33: ...tion on page 21 for instructions 3 Remove the filler module from the bay 4 Ensure that the release lever on the module is in the open position perpendicular to the module 5 Slide the module into the a...

Page 34: ...parts inside these components If you suspect a problem with one of these parts contact a service technician 1 Read the safety information beginning on page vii and Installation guidelines on page 13...

Page 35: ...d in step 3 then make sure the LEDs on the module indicate that it is operating properly Verify that v The dc power LED and the ac power LED on each power module are lit v The OK LED on the management...

Page 36: ...module handle approximately 2 turns counter clockwise until it stops 2 Carefully pull the acoustic module away from the BladeCenter unit and set it aside Installing and removing blade servers Your Bl...

Page 37: ...de server I O modules compatible with that network interface must be installed in I O module bays 3 and 4 on the BladeCenter unit See I O modules on page 16 for more information Storage expansion opti...

Page 38: ...that the release levers on the blade server are in the open position perpendicular to the blade server 6 Slide the blade server into the bay until it stops The spring loaded doors that cover the bay...

Page 39: ...te system performance might be affected v Make note of the bay number Some configuration information and update options are established according to bay if you reinstall the blade server in a differen...

Page 40: ...power module are lit v The OK LED on each management module is lit v The OK LED on each I O module is lit 3 Make sure the Power on LED on each blade server is lit either steady or blinking See Chapter...

Page 41: ...a PS 2 mouse to the BladeCenter unit 6 4 2 1 3 5 Remote management and console Ethernet connector Your BladeCenter management module contains one 10 100 Mb Ethernet connector that provides the remote...

Page 42: ...hernet connector that is on the management module 8 1 I O module connectors See the documentation that comes with each I O module for a description of the connectors on the I O module 28 BladeCenter T...

Page 43: ...power The blade servers in the BladeCenter unit are connected to ac power but are not turned on Press the power control button on the front of each blade server to obtain full power for the blade serv...

Page 44: ...power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device The device also might have more than one power cord To remove all electrical current from the device ensu...

Page 45: ...n this panel provide status information for your BladeCenter unit See System LED panel on page 36 for more information USB port Use this port to attach an external USB device CD ROM drive activity LED...

Page 46: ...ation Download files hints tips create custom profiles and frequently asked questions http www ibm com pc support http www ibm com pc us compat Compatibility information http www ibm com pc ww eserver...

Page 47: ...l The LEDs on this panel provide status information for your BladeCenter unit These LEDs duplicate the LEDs in the front system LED panel See System LED panel on page 36 for more information about the...

Page 48: ...the IBM BladeCenter Documentation CD v AC power When this LED is lit ac input to the power module is present and within specifications During typical operation both the ac and dc power LEDs are lit F...

Page 49: ...ugh the port to the network v Ethernet activity When this green LED is flashing it indicates that there is activity through the port over the network link Management module IP reset button Do not pres...

Page 50: ...requires attention the location LED on the blade server usually will also be lit After the BladeCenter unit has been located you can have the system administrator turn off the location LED Over tempe...

Page 51: ...for communication with the I O modules see Configuring the internal Ethernet port on page 44 for instructions v The management port on each switch module for communication with the management module...

Page 52: ...he status of the BladeCenter unit and blade servers v Controlling the BladeCenter unit and blade servers v Accessing the I O modules to configure them v Changing the drive startup sequence in a blade...

Page 53: ...rough the port to the network Ethernet activity LED When this green LED is flashing it indicates that there is activity through the port over the network link Configuring the management module for rem...

Page 54: ...th a mobile computer set your mobile computer to have an address with the same subnet as the management module then enter the address of the management module in the Web browser on your mobile compute...

Page 55: ...addresses of the integrated Ethernet controllers of each blade server This information can be found using the Configuration Setup Utility program for each blade server Devices and I O Ports System MA...

Page 56: ...m device drivers successfully in Red Hat Linux a default installation is not sufficient because all files needed to compile successfully are not included A custom installation of Red Hat Linux in whic...

Page 57: ...of the components modules and blade servers The following information describes the choices you will use to configure the external Ethernet port on the management module the internal Ethernet port on...

Page 58: ...ata rate duplex mode maximum transmission unit MTU and burned in MAC address are read only Configuring the management port on I O modules Under I O Module Tasks click Management then click the bay num...

Page 59: ...its The profile is a noninteractive script that can run as scheduled or as part of an Event Action Plan With this feature you can define policies to reconfigure a BladeCenter unit on demand responding...

Page 60: ...ite for updated information about the RDM program and to download the software http www pc ibm com ww eserver xseries systems_management index html Configuring a switch module This topic discusses con...

Page 61: ...ompatible multi port trunk configuration 2 Configure link aggregation before you attach cables between the external ports and your LAN equipment You configure the switch through the firmware on the sw...

Page 62: ...thernet controllers are integrated on each blade server system board The Ethernet controllers provide 1000 Mbps full duplex capability only which enables simultaneous transmission and reception of dat...

Page 63: ...two switches within the BladeCenter chassis an external network device is required for data packets to flow from one internal switch to the other The management module has a separate internal 100 Mbps...

Page 64: ...witch Observe the following guidelines when creating this topology 1 The external ports on the BladeCenter switch modules are designed for point to point full duplex operation to a compatible LAN swit...

Page 65: ...e bay in which the blade server is installed When using some keyboards such as the 28L3644 37L0888 keyboard you will need to hold down the Shift key while entering this key sequence Notes 1 It can tak...

Page 66: ...rt After that the video from the blade server that is the current KVM owner is displayed on the monitor Attention Do not switch the CD ROM drive diskette drive and USB port to another blade server whi...

Page 67: ...and generates error messages if problems are found The system diagnostic program Real Time Diagnostics Version 1 3 tests the major components of your BladeCenter unit It is run from the IBM Director M...

Page 68: ...lem with your monitor see the information that comes with the monitor for instructions for testing and adjusting the monitor If you cannot diagnose the problem call for service Device Suggested action...

Page 69: ...symptoms Troubleshoot the blade server that is the current owner of the keyboard video and monitor Power problems Device Suggested action The BladeCenter unit does not start v Make sure that the power...

Page 70: ...e system LED panel on the front or rear of the BladeCenter unit is lit one or more error LEDs on the BladeCenter components also might be on These LEDs help identify the cause of the problem Identifyi...

Page 71: ...e server v Make sure that there is a blade server module or filler installed in each bay If the problem remains call for service Information A noncritical event has occurred that should be looked at s...

Page 72: ...dant module Blower module System error The blower has failed or is operating too slowly Reseat the blower module If the problem remains replace the blower module as soon as possible to regain cooling...

Page 73: ...and IntelliStation systems operating systems and programs come with information that contains troubleshooting procedures and explanations of error messages and error codes If you suspect a software pr...

Page 74: ...usage configuration and software problems with Eserver BladeCenter units xSeries servers IntelliStation workstations and appliances For information about which products are supported by Support Line i...

Page 75: ...emoval of parts and their return to IBM A part that replaces a removed part will assume the warranty service status of the removed part Unless IBM specifies otherwise these warranties apply only in th...

Page 76: ...from an IBM Internet Web site or from other electronic media and following the instructions that IBM provides If your problem can be resolved with a Customer Replaceable Unit CRU e g keyboard mouse s...

Page 77: ...sit in those cases where IBM is responsible for the transportation charges Neither IBM nor your reseller are responsible for any of your confidential proprietary or personal information contained in a...

Page 78: ...es and obligations are subject to the courts of the country in which you acquired the Machine Part 2 Country unique Terms AMERICAS ARGENTINA Governing Law The following is added after the first senten...

Page 79: ...goods are of a kind ordinarily acquired for personal domestic or household use or consumption then none of the limitations in this paragraph apply Governing Law The following replaces laws of the cou...

Page 80: ...is added under this heading Disputes arising out of or in connection with this Statement of Limited Warranty shall be finally settled by arbitration which shall be held in Bangalore India in accordanc...

Page 81: ...MAGES MORAL INCIDENTAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR Arbitration The following is added under this heading Disputes arising out of or in connection with this Statement...

Page 82: ...a or Ukraine you may obtain warranty service for that Machine in any of those countries from either 1 an IBM reseller approved to perform warranty service or 2 from IBM If you purchase a Machine in a...

Page 83: ...registered office and or commercial site location only are competent 4 in France Algeria Benin Burkina Faso Cameroon Cape Verde Central African Republic Chad Comoros Congo Republic Djibouti Democrati...

Page 84: ...Helsinki will appoint the chairman EUROPEAN UNION EU THE FOLLOWING TERMS APPLY TO ALL EU COUNTRIES Consumers have legal rights under applicable national legislation governing the sale of consumer good...

Page 85: ...nternal Code LIC The above limitation shall not apply to damages for bodily injuries including death and damages to real property and tangible personal property for which IBM is legally liable 2 UNDER...

Page 86: ...ed Internal Code LIC Applicability of suppliers and resellers unchanged FRANCE Limitation of Liability The following replaces the second sentence of the first paragraph of this section In such instanc...

Page 87: ...tion Except as expressly provided in these terms and conditions all statutory conditions including all warranties implied but without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing all warranties implie...

Page 88: ...claim from IBM UNITED KINGDOM Limitation of Liability The following replaces the terms of this section in its entirety For the purposes of this section a Default means any act statement omission or ne...

Page 89: ...ice Worldwide Parts 3 years labor 3 years 2 See Types of Warranty Service for the legend and explanations of warranty service types A warranty period of 3 years on parts and 1 year on labor means that...

Page 90: ...specifies otherwise the failing Machine suitably packaged to a location IBM designates After IBM has repaired or exchanged the Machine IBM will make it available for your collection or for Mail in Se...

Page 91: ...Y KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON INFRINGEMENT MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Some jurisdictions do not allow disclaimer...

Page 92: ...both Microsoft Windows and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States other countries or both UNIX is a registered trademark of The Open Group in the United States and oth...

Page 93: ...bility gaskets and connectors which may contain lead and copper beryllium alloys that require special handling and disposal at end of life Before this unit is disposed of these materials must be remov...

Page 94: ...ity to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device...

Page 95: ...may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures Taiwanese Class A warning statement Chinese Class A warning statement Japanese Voluntary Control Council...

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Page 97: ...hilippines Taiwan United States of America Venezuela 24P6858 Korea Democratic People s Republic of Korea Republic of 34G0232 Japan 36L8880 Argentina Paraguay Uruguay 49P2078 India 49P2110 Brazil 69523...

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Page 99: ...rols 31 cooling 6 D dc power LED power module 34 diagnostic tools 53 difficulty communicating with replacement module 44 diskette eject button 31 diskette drive activity LED 31 specifications 6 E ejec...

Page 100: ...electronic emission 80 FCC Class A 80 O options installing 13 over temp LED 36 P planning guide 40 port See connector power cords 81 power module 17 specifications 6 power supply specifications 6 powe...

Page 101: ...53 charts 54 U United States electronic emission Class A notice 80 United States FCC Class A notice 80 utility Configuration Setup 42 V video connector 27 video output unexpected or blank 51 W Web bro...

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