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b.

Verify that you have administrator or authorized service provider authority in ASMI.

c.

Using the Web-based ASMI, change the following settings as appropriate for the type of partition
on which you are installing the Integrated Virtualization Manager:
For an AIX or Linux partition, complete the following steps to change the partition boot mode:

1)

In the navigation area, expand Power/Restart Control.

2)

Click Power On/Off System.

3)

Select Boot to SMS menu in the AIX or Linux partition mode by boot field.

4)

If you are installing the Integrated Virtualization Manager on an IBM System i

®

model, select

AIX or Linux 

in the Default partition environment field.

5)

Click Save settings and power on.

d.

Open a terminal session on the PC, using an application such as HyperTerminal, and wait for the
SMS menu to appear. Be sure that the line speed is set to 19,200 bits per second to communicate
with the system unit.

e.

Using the Web-based ASMI, change the partition boot mode back so that the server loads the
operating environment during startup:

1)

Expand Power/Restart Control.

2)

Click Power On/Off System.

3)

Select Continue to operating system in the AIX or Linux partition mode boot field.

4)

Click Save settings.

3.

Insert the Virtual I/O Server CD or DVD into the optical drive.

4.

In SMS, select the CD or DVD as the boot device:

a.

Select Select Boot Options, and press Enter.

b.

Select Select Install/Boot Device, and press Enter.

c.

Select CD/DVD, and press Enter.

d.

Select the media type that corresponds to the optical device, and press Enter.

e.

Select the device number that corresponds to the optical device, and press Enter.

f.

Select Normal Boot, and confirm that you want to exit SMS.

5.

Install the Virtual I/O Server:

a.

Select the console, and press Enter.

b.

Select a language for the BOS menus, and press Enter.

c.

Select Start Install Now with Default Settings.

d.

Select Continue with Install. The managed system restarts after the installation is complete, and
the login prompt is displayed on the ASCII terminal.

6.

After you install the IVM, finish the installation by accepting the license agreement, checking for
updates, and configuring the TCP/IP connection.

7.

Continue with “Cabling the server and connecting expansion units” on page 16.

Cabling the server with keyboard, video, and mouse:

Before you start the system, you might need to connect the keyboard, video, and mouse to the system, if
a graphics card is present.

To connect the keyboard, video, and mouse, complete the following steps:

1.

Locate the graphics card and Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports at the rear of the system. You might
need a connector converter.

2.

Connect the monitor cable to the graphics card.

3.

Connect a keyboard and mouse to the blue USB 3.0 ports.

4.

Power on the console.

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Page 4: ... Notices manual G229 9054 and the IBM Environmental Notices and User Guide Z125 5823 This edition applies to IBM Power Systems servers that contain the POWER8 processor and to all associated models Copyright IBM Corporation 2014 2017 US Government Users Restricted Rights Use duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp ...

Page 5: ...ut using an HMC 20 Setting up a preinstalled server 21 Prerequisite for installing the preinstalled server 21 Completing inventory for your preinstalled server 22 Removing the shipping bracket and connecting power cords and power distribution unit PDU to the preinstalled server 22 Cabling the server and setting up a console 24 Determining which console to use 24 Cabling the server with an ASCII te...

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Page 7: ...itional copies of safety information documentation can be obtained by calling the IBM Hotline at 1 800 300 8751 German safety information Das Produkt ist nicht für den Einsatz an Bildschirmarbeitsplätzen im Sinne 2 der Bildschirmarbeitsverordnung geeignet Laser safety information IBM servers can use I O cards or features that are fiber optic based and that utilize lasers or LEDs Laser compliance I...

Page 8: ...nnect 1 Turn off everything unless instructed otherwise 2 For AC power remove the power cords from the outlets 3 For racks with a DC power distribution panel PDP turn off the circuit breakers located in the PDP and remove the power from the Customer s DC power source 4 Remove the signal cables from the connectors 5 Remove all cables from the devices To Connect 1 Turn off everything unless instruct...

Page 9: ...emperatures will exceed the manufacturer s recommended ambient temperature for all your rack mounted devices v Do not install a unit in a rack where the air flow is compromised Ensure that air flow is not blocked or reduced on any side front or back of a unit used for air flow through the unit v Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit so that overload...

Page 10: ...te potential hazards v Verify that the route that you choose can support the weight of the loaded rack cabinet Refer to the documentation that comes with your rack cabinet for the weight of a loaded rack cabinet v Verify that all door openings are at least 760 x 230 mm 30 x 80 in v Ensure that all devices shelves drawers doors and cables are secure v Ensure that the four leveling pads are raised t...

Page 11: ...DANGER Rack mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces L002 L003 1 2 or 1 2 or 1 2 3 4 or Safety notices ix ...

Page 12: ... be equipped with multiple AC power cords or multiple DC power cables To remove all hazardous voltages disconnect all power cords and power cables L003 L007 CAUTION A hot surface nearby L007 L008 x Power Systems Installing the IBM Power System S824 8286 42A ...

Page 13: ...ptacle Although shining light into one end and looking into the other end of a disconnected optical fiber to verify the continuity of optic fibers many not injure the eye this procedure is potentially dangerous Therefore verifying the continuity of optical fibers by shining light into one end and looking at the other end is not recommended To verify continuity of a fiber optic cable use an optical...

Page 14: ...erhanging load v Do not use on uneven surface incline or decline major ramps v Do not stack loads v Do not operate while under the influence of drugs or alcohol v Do not support ladder against LIFT TOOL v Tipping hazard Do not push or lean against load with raised platform v Do not use as a personnel lifting platform or step No riders v Do not stand on any part of lift Not a step v Do not climb on...

Page 15: ...ding interfaces only Type 2 or Type 4 ports as described in GR 1089 CORE and require isolation from the exposed OSP cabling The addition of primary protectors is not sufficient protection to connect these interfaces metallically to OSP wiring Note All Ethernet cables must be shielded and grounded at both ends The ac powered system does not require the use of an external surge protection device SPD...

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Page 17: ...v The latest version of this document is maintained online see Installing the IBM Power System S824 8286 42A http www ibm com support knowledgecenter POWER8 p8egg p8egg_840_kickoff htm v To plan your server installation see Planning for the system http www ibm com support knowledgecenter POWER8 p8had p8had_8xx_kickoff htm v If you are using a Hardware Management Console HMC see Obtaining and apply...

Page 18: ...ontact information Determining and marking the location in the rack You might need to determine where to install the system unit into the rack To determine where to install the system unit into a rack complete the following steps 1 Read the Rack safety notices http www ibm com support knowledgecenter POWER8 p8hbf racksafety htm 2 Determine where to place the system unit in the rack As you plan for...

Page 19: ... unit 6 Repeat step 5 for the corresponding holes located on the left side of the rack 7 Go to the rear of the rack 8 On the right side find the EIA unit that corresponds to the bottom EIA unit marked on the front of the rack 9 Place a self adhesive dot at the bottom EIA unit 10 Mark the corresponding holes on the left side of the rack Figure 1 Removing the filler panels Installing the IBM Power S...

Page 20: ...omplete the following steps 1 Each slide rail is marked with either an R right or an L left when you look from the front Select the left slide rail bring it to the rear of the rack and locate the selected EIA unit that was previously marked 2 Push up on the locking tab 1 on the front and pull out the front latch 2 at the front of the rail Then remove the screw from the rear of the rail 3 For detai...

Page 21: ...d and insert three pins on the front of the rail into the holes within the selected EIA unit that were previously marked Lower the slide rail down 1 to engage the hook feature on the middle pin For details see Figure 5 Figure 3 Aligning and engaging the pins into the holes in the rear of the rack Figure 4 Reinstalling the screw Figure 5 Pins that are seated on the front rail of the rack Installing...

Page 22: ...ic control It does not increase or decrease your risk of receiving electric shock when using or working on electrical equipment v If you do not have an ESD wrist strap just prior to removing the product from ESD packaging and installing or replacing hardware touch an unpainted metal surface of the system for a minimum of 5 seconds Note If present remove any shipping guards or brackets from the sys...

Page 23: ...e procedure to install the cable management arm To install the cable management arm complete the following steps 1 Ensure that you have the following parts Item Description A Support arm B Cable management stop bracket C Mounting bracket D Cable management arm E Extension bracket 1 3 4 2 5 P8EG1602 0 Figure 7 Extending slide rails and aligning server nail heads with the slots on the rail 2 P8EG160...

Page 24: ...nd DOWN Ensure that the side labeled UP is facing upward and to the right 3 Locate the hole at the bottom inside corner of the L shaped cable management stop bracket B Position the unattached end of the support arm so that the locking tab on the underside of its tip aligns with the bracket hole Insert the tab into the hole 1 and turn the bracket 2 to secure it to the support arm For details see Fi...

Page 25: ...s into place For details see Figure 12 5 Slide the extension bracket E into the right slide rail until the spring loaded pin snaps into place For details see Figure 13 on page 10 Figure 11 Securing the cable management stop bracket to the support arm Figure 12 Extending the pin and installing the bracket into the slide rail Installing the IBM Power System S824 8286 42A 9 ...

Page 26: ...he slot on the mounting bracket C Push the tab until the spring loaded latch snaps into place Slide the other cable management arm tab into the extension bracket E on the outside of the right slide rail 2 Push the tab until the spring loaded latch snaps into place For details see Figure 15 on page 11 and Figure 16 on page 11 Figure 13 Installing the extension bracket into the slide rail Figure 14 ...

Page 27: ...ou install in your primary partition and whether you install a Virtual I O Server VIOS in one of your logical partitions P7EF3502 2 1 D A C Figure 15 Sliding the cable management arm tab into the mounting bracket slot P7EF3503 1 2 E D Figure 16 Sliding the other cable management arm tab into the extension bracket Installing the IBM Power System S824 8286 42A 11 ...

Page 28: ... a subset of the web interface functions The ASCII terminal for the ASMI interface is available only when the system is in the standby state It is not available during the initial program load IPL or run time Note If you are using a serial connection to the ASMI terminal you must use a conversion cable This cable part number 46K5108 is used to convert the ASCII terminal 9 pin Dshell connector to a...

Page 29: ...ter admin for the user ID and password 7 Change the default password when you are prompted 8 Press Enter until the server information appears You have completed the setup for an ASCII terminal and have started the ASMI 9 Continue with Completing the server setup without using an HMC on page 20 Cabling the server to the HMC The Hardware Management Console HMC controls managed systems including the ...

Page 30: ...ed htm 3 If you are connecting a second HMC to your managed server connect it to the Ethernet port that is labeled HMC2 on the managed server 4 Continue with Cabling the server and connecting expansion units on page 16 Cabling the server and accessing the IVM When you install the Virtual I O Server VIOS in an environment where no Hardware Management Console HMC is present the VIOS automatically cr...

Page 31: ...he CD or DVD as the boot device a Select Select Boot Options and press Enter b Select Select Install Boot Device and press Enter c Select CD DVD and press Enter d Select the media type that corresponds to the optical device and press Enter e Select the device number that corresponds to the optical device and press Enter f Select Normal Boot and confirm that you want to exit SMS 5 Install the Virtu...

Page 32: ...PDU A and E3 and E4 to PDU B Note Confirm that the system is in standby mode The green power status indicator on the front control panel is flashing and the dc out indicator lights on the power supplies are flashing If none of the indicators are flashing check the power cord connections 2 For information about connecting enclosures and expansion units see Enclosures and expansion units http www ib...

Page 33: ... required server d Select Actions View all actions Operations Change system Password For more information about setting passwords for the managed system by using the HMC Classic or HMC Enhanced interface see Setting passwords for the managed system http www ibm com support knowledgecenter POWER8 p8hai setpasswordsforthemanagedsystem htm For more information about setting passwords for the managed ...

Page 34: ...system f Click Change Licensed Internal Code for the current release g Select View system information and then click OK h In the Specify LIC Repository window select None Display current values and then click OK i Record the level that appears in the EC Number field and the Activated Level field For example if the EC Number is 01EM310 and the Activated Level is 77 the firmware level is 01EM310_77 ...

Page 35: ...edgecenter POWER8 p8efc p8efc_partition_template_concept htm v If you want to use an existing template from another source you can import that and use it For more information see Importing a partition template http www ibm com support knowledgecenter POWER8 p8efc p8efc_import_partition_template htm If you are using system plans or you did not log in to the HMC by using the HMC Enhanced or HMC Enha...

Page 36: ...ware level on the managed system and to update the time of day complete the following steps a Access the Advanced System Management Interface ASMI For instructions see Accessing the ASMI without an HMC http www ibm com support knowledgecenter POWER8 p8hby connect_asmi htm b On the ASMI Welcome pane note the existing level of server firmware in the upper right corner under the copyright statement c...

Page 37: ...http www ibm com support knowledgecenter POWER8 p8ha5 fix_virtual_firm_ivm htm 6 If you have a stand alone server install the front door if necessary by completing the following steps a Hold the front door at an approximate 120 degree angle to the system as shown in the figure b Follow the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure to attach the door c Close the door Note If you must remove the...

Page 38: ...ner If you have incorrect missing or damaged parts consult any of the following resources v Your IBM reseller v IBM Rochester manufacturing automated information line at 1 800 300 8751 United States only v The Directory of worldwide contacts website http www ibm com planetwide Select your location to view the service and support contact information Removing the shipping bracket and connecting powe...

Page 39: ...e the server a Plug the top two power cords into the power supply and attach the cables to the handles on the power supply with cable ties or hook and loop fasteners Figure 18 Removing the shipping bracket from the rear of the chassis Installing the IBM Power System S824 8286 42A 23 ...

Page 40: ...ilable Go to the instructions for the applicable console interface or terminal in the following table Table 4 Available console types Console type Operating system Logical partitions Cable required Cabling setup instructions ASCII terminal AIX Linux or VIOS Yes for VIOS no for AIX and Linux Serial cable equipped with a null modem Cabling the server with an ASCII terminal on page 25 Hardware Manage...

Page 41: ...r POWER8 p8ecs p8ecs_locations htm To cable an ASCII terminal to the server complete the following steps 1 Using a serial cable that is equipped with a null modem connect the ASCII terminal to the serial port on the rear of the server 2 Ensure that your ASCII terminal is set to the following general attributes These attributes are the default settings for the diagnostic programs Be sure that your ...

Page 42: ...e navigation area click Updates 2 In the work area view and record the information that appears in the HMC Code Level section including the HMC version release Service Pack build level and base versions To cable the server to the HMC complete the following steps 1 If you want to directly attach your HMC to the managed system connect Ethernet Connector 1 on the HMC to the HMC1 port on the managed s...

Page 43: ...you are installing the Integrated Virtualization Manager For an AIX or Linux partition complete the following steps to change the partition boot mode 1 In the navigation area expand Power Restart Control 2 Click Power On Off System 3 Select Boot to SMS menu in the AIX or Linux partition mode by boot field 4 If you are installing the Integrated Virtualization Manager on an IBM System i model select...

Page 44: ... Use this procedure to route cables through the cable management arm and to connect expansion units To route cables through the cable management arm and to connect expansion units complete the following steps 1 Route the console cable through the cable management arm 2 Connect expansion units that were shipped with the system For more information see the expansion unit installation book that was s...

Page 45: ...dvanced System Management Interface ASMI To access ASMI by using the HMC choose one of the following navigation options depending on the interface type of the HMC If you are using an HMC Classic or HMC Enhanced interface complete the following steps a In the navigation area expand Systems Management Servers b In the contents area select the managed system c In the task area expand Operations d Cli...

Page 46: ... to view system information c In the menu pod expand System Actions and then expand Updates d Select View System Information e Select a LIC repository from the list and click OK f When you have completed this task click Close 5 To power on a managed system choose one of the following navigation options depending on the interface type of the HMC If you are using an HMC Classic or HMC Enhanced inter...

Page 47: ... POWER8 p8hch p8hch_installvios htm 9 If you have a stand alone server install the front door if necessary by completing the following steps a Hold the front door at an approximate 120 degree angle to the system as shown in the figure b Follow the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure to attach the door c Close the door Note If you must remove the front door complete the following steps a ...

Page 48: ...icrocode with an Internet connection http www ibm com support knowledgecenter POWER8 p8ha5 fix_virtual_firm_ivm htm 5 If you have a stand alone server install the front door if necessary by completing the following steps a Hold the front door at an approximate 120 degree angle to the system as shown in the figure b Follow the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure to attach the door c Close...

Page 49: ...ux htm v Install the VIOS operating system For instructions see Installing VIOS http www ibm com support knowledgecenter POWER8 p8hch p8hch_installvios htm 4 If required update the system firmware v For instructions to get firmware fixes through the AIX or Linux operating system see Getting server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux without a management console http www ibm com support knowledgece...

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Page 57: ...g kann im Wohnbereich Funk Störungen verursachen in diesem Fall kann vom Betreiber verlangt werden angemessene Maßnahmen zu ergreifen und dafür aufzukommen Deutschland Einhaltung des Gesetzes über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Geräten Dieses Produkt entspricht dem Gesetz über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Geräten EMVG Dies ist die Umsetzung der EU Richtlinie 2014 30 EU in...

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