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IBM 8685 - eServer xSeries 255, Installation Manual

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Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B, “Warranty information”, on
page 43 and Appendix C, “Notices”, on page 61.

Second Edition (June 2003)

© Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2003. All rights reserved.
US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract
with IBM Corp.

Summary of Contents for 8685 - eServer xSeries 255

Page 1: ...nstallation Guide Go to the Server Support flow chart Cable the server and options Start the server Install options Drives Microprocessors Adapters Memory Did the server start correctly Yes No Use Ser...

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: ...IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685 Installation Guide SC88 P920 40...

Page 4: ...ndix B Warranty information on page 43 and Appendix C Notices on page 61 Second Edition June 2003 Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2003 All rights reserved US Government Users Res...

Page 5: ...ew 25 Rear view 27 Server power features 28 Turning on the server 28 Turning off the server 29 Standby mode 30 Chapter 4 Configuring your server 31 Starting the utility programs 32 Using the Configura...

Page 6: ...nce statement 63 Australia and New Zealand Class A statement 64 United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement 64 European Union EMC Directive conformance statement 64 Taiwanese Class A warning...

Page 7: ...n tuotteen lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information Avant d installer ce produit lisez les consignes de s curit Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen Prima di installar...

Page 8: ...is evidence of fire water or structural damage v Disconnect the attached power cords telecommunications systems networks and modems before you open the device covers unless instructed otherwise in th...

Page 9: ...es or regulations Statement 3 CAUTION When laser 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...

Page 10: ...he device The device also might have more than one power cord To remove all electrical current from the device ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source 1 2 Statement 6 CAUTIO...

Page 11: ...nician Statement 13 DANGER Overloading a branch circuit is potentially a fire hazard and a shock hazard under certain conditions To avoid these hazards ensure that your system electrical requirements...

Page 12: ...y v Do not leave the device where others can handle and possibly damage the device v While the device is still in its static protective package touch it to an unpainted metal part of the system unit f...

Page 13: ...cumentation CD that provides detailed information about this server If you have access to the World Wide Web you can obtain up to date information about your server model and other IBM server products...

Page 14: ...ntroller v One serial port v Four Universal Serial Bus ports v Keyboard port v Mouse port v Video port v Integrated system management processor ISMP with two ISMP RS 485 RJ 45 connectors Acoustical no...

Page 15: ...indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or extremely hazardous to you A danger statement is placed just before the description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step...

Page 16: ...roprocessor airflow guide Adapter support bracket SCSI backplane support bracket Microprocessor VRM with plastic handle Microprocessor VRM with metal retaining clip housing Microprocessor Heat sink Mi...

Page 17: ...apters Before you install adapters review the following v Slot 1 supports a non hot plug 32 bit 33 MHz optional PCI adapter such as the IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter If you install the optional Remote...

Page 18: ...ing the operating system defined procedure for disabling the Active PCI X hot plug slot that contains the adapter Failure to do so might cause your system to lock up See your operating system document...

Page 19: ...3 Remove the top cover 4 Select the slot in which you want to install the adapter Note PCI X slots 2 through 7 support hot plug PCI and PCI X adapters If you are using the hot add feature be sure to...

Page 20: ...the hot plug PCI X slot comes on If the power on LED does not come on see the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide for additional information 14 If you have other options to install...

Page 21: ...J2 J3 J4 J7 J8 J9 J10 J11 J12 J5 J6 RE MIN D Air baffle Handle Fasteners 6 Open the microprocessor airflow guide located between the front fans and the microprocessors 8 8 Microprocessor airflow guid...

Page 22: ...connectors See the Option Installation Guide on the xSeries Documentation CD for cable locations 9 If the server is a tower model lift the shuttle assembly from the server 10 If you have not yet inst...

Page 23: ...IDE signal cable to the IDE system board connector Reconnect the diskette drive signal cable and front fan signal cable to the corresponding system board connectors See the Option Installation Guide...

Page 24: ...in your server you must install DIMMs in all four connectors in each populated set v Install only 2 5 V 184 pin 72 bit 100 MHz double data rate DDR PC1600 registered synchronous dynamic random access...

Page 25: ...stall DIMMs in these connectors Two way 2 D2 D8 standard Two way 4 D2 D8 standard Hot Spare memory bank for two way interleaving D4 D10 Two way 6 D2 D8 standard Hot Spare memory bank for two way inter...

Page 26: ...nnectors in which you want to install the DIMMs 7 Install the DIMMs in the connectors DIMM 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 3 DIMM 4 DIMM 5 DIMM 6 DIMM 7 DIMM 8 DIMM 9 DIMM 10 DIMM 11 DIMM 12 Retaining clips 8 Reinstall...

Page 27: ...ll hot swap drives in bays 7 through 12 you must first install an optional SCSI backplane See the Option Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for details 3 If you plan to install 5 2...

Page 28: ...Close the drive handle 6 If you have other options to install or remove do so now otherwise continue with the next step 7 If you installed drives in a tower model reinstall the bezel see the Option In...

Page 29: ...iate VRM connector You must also remove the metal retaining clip from the VRM metal retaining clip housing when installing a VRM v The microprocessor speed is automatically set for your server therefo...

Page 30: ...m board VRM 4 J37 VRM 1 J34 VRM 2 J35 VRM 3 J36 Microprocessor 4 CPU4 Microprocessor 1 CPU1 Microprocessor 2 CPU2 Microprocessor 3 CPU3 Complete the following steps to install an additional microproce...

Page 31: ...processor from socket 4 you must reinstall the microprocessor baffle in that socket 8 Install the microprocessor Notes a This illustration shows how to install a microprocessor in socket 2 If you are...

Page 32: ...ure power redundancy for a full configuration four power supplies must be installed in the server and power cords must be connected to both power cord connectors Note To show the location of the power...

Page 33: ...ous voltage current and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached There are no serviceable parts inside these components If you suspect a problem with one of these pa...

Page 34: ...ap fan Release latch 6 Depending on the number of power supplies installed in your server plug one or two power cords into the corresponding connectors on the back of the server then plug the other en...

Page 35: ...that come with your server and options Use these identifiers to connect the cables to the correct connectors For example the hard disk drive cables are labeled HDD option The following illustration s...

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Page 37: ...Path Diagnostics panel located on the server or review the Error Log in the Configuration Setup Utility program For complete details about the Light Path Diagnostics panel see the Hardware Maintenanc...

Page 38: ...isk drive activity LED When this green LED is flashing the drive is being accessed Hard disk drive status LED Each hot swap drive has a hard disk drive status LED When this amber LED is on continuousl...

Page 39: ...AC power LED DC power LED Ethernet activity LED When this green LED is on there is activity between the server and the network The Ethernet activity LED is located on the Ethernet RJ 45 connector on...

Page 40: ...on During this time the ISMP is initializing therefore the power control button does not respond v If the server is turned on and a power failure occurs the server will start automatically when power...

Page 41: ...rvisor Adapter installed the system can be turned off from the Remote Supervisor Adapter user interface v If an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter is installed in the system the system can be turned o...

Page 42: ...with an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter installed the server can be placed in Standby mode from the Remote Supervisor Adapter user interface v If an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter is installed...

Page 43: ...iguration conflicts and perform a low level format on a SCSI hard disk drive For information about how to start this utility see Using the SCSISelect Utility program on page 32 v ServerGuide CD The Se...

Page 44: ...nu driven configuration utility program that you can use to v View the default SCSI IDs v Locate and correct configuration conflicts Note If your server has a redundant array of independent disks RAID...

Page 45: ...stallation CD and restart the server 2 Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to a Select your language b Select your keyboard layout and country c View the Overview to learn about ServerGu...

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Page 47: ...ory configurations the 3 3 3 beep code might sound during POST followed by a blank monitor screen If this occurs and the Boot Fail Count feature in the Start Options menu of the Configuration Setup Ut...

Page 48: ...board controller Ensure that the keyboard cable is connected and nothing is resting on the keyboard keys 962 Parallel port configuration error Start the Configuration Setup program and verify that the...

Page 49: ...view all installed drives or cannot install NOS v Ensure that there are no duplicate SCSI IDs or IRQ assignments v Ensure that the hard disk drive is connected properly The Operating System Installati...

Page 50: ...blank call for service Only the cursor appears Call for service The monitor works when you turn on the server but goes blank when you start some application programs Verify that 1 The primary monitor...

Page 51: ...is not working properly Verify that the startup microprocessor is seated properly If it is replace the startup microprocessor If the problem remains call for service Memory problems Suggested action...

Page 52: ...ver Support flowchart for information about obtaining ServerProven compatibility information from the World Wide Web 2 You followed the installation instructions that came with the option 3 The option...

Page 53: ...s 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...

Page 54: ...e for a fee with usage configuration and software problems with xSeries servers IntelliStation workstations and appliances For information about which products are supported by Support Line in your co...

Page 55: ...s 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 the country or r...

Page 56: ...ates 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 mou...

Page 57: ...sion or 2 in transit 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 informati...

Page 58: ...uties 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 sen...

Page 59: ...lear title or the 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 replace...

Page 60: ...ing 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 accor...

Page 61: ...AND EXEMPLARY DAMAGES 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 wit...

Page 62: ...venia 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 i...

Page 63: ...e country of your 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 D...

Page 64: ...in 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...

Page 65: ...de and Licensed Internal 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 legal...

Page 66: ...censed 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 ins...

Page 67: ...added to this section 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...

Page 68: ...our 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 o...

Page 69: ...ive Region of China Machine IBM Eserver xSeries 255 Country or Region of Purchase Warranty Period Type of Warranty Service Japan Parts 3 year labor 1 year 2 Worldwide Parts 3 year labor 3 year 2 See T...

Page 70: ...ion You are responsible for its installation and verification 4 Customer Carry In or Mail In Service You will deliver or mail as IBM specifies prepaid unless IBM specifies otherwise the failing Machin...

Page 71: ...Greece 30 210 688 1220 United Kingdom 01475 555 055 Ireland 353 1 815 4000 Appendix B Warranty information 59...

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Page 73: ...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 of express or implied war...

Page 74: ...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 other co...

Page 75: ...ned to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if...

Page 76: ...roximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility IBM cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a nonrecomm...

Page 77: ...15 amperes 250 volts For units intended to be operated at 230 volts outside the U S Use a cord set with a grounding type attachment plug The cord set should have the appropriate safety approvals for...

Page 78: ...bia 14F0051 Liechtenstein Switzerland 14F0069 Chile Ethiopia Italy Libya Somalia 14F0087 Israel 1838574 Thailand 6952301 Bahamas Barbados Bermuda Bolivia Brazil Canada Cayman Islands Colombia Costa Ri...

Page 79: ...31 server 31 ServerGuide CD 31 Configuration Setup Utility program 31 configuring your server 31 controls and indicators 25 cooling 2 D DC power LED 27 DIMM See memory module diskette eject button 26...

Page 80: ...9 installing 17 order of installation 17 socket cover 19 specifications 2 VRM 18 N NOS See operating system notes important 62 notices electronic emission 63 FCC Class A 63 used in this book 2 O opera...

Page 81: ...ystem error LED 26 T temperature 2 trademarks 62 troubleshooting chart 38 turning off the server 29 turning on the server 28 U United States electronic emission Class A notice 63 United States FCC Cla...

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