Bull ESCAPE Power7 User manual
Backplanes for the E1-700, E1-705, E3-700 or E3-705
The ESCALA Power7 publications concern the following models:
- Bull Escala E1-700 (Power 710 / 8231-E2B)
- Bull Escala E1-705 (Power 710 / 8231-E1C)
- Bull Escala E2-700 / E2-700T (Power 720 / 8202-E4B)
- Bull Escala E2-705 / E2-705T (Power 720 / 8202-E4C)
- Bull Escala E3-700 (Power 730 / 8231-E2B)
- Bull Escala E3-705 (Power 730 / 8231-E2C)
- Bull Escala E4-700 / E4-700T (Power 740 / 8205-E6B)
- Bull Escala E4-705 (Power 740 / 8205-E6C)
- Bull Escala E5-700 (Power 750 / 8233-E8B)
- Bull Escala M6-700 (Power 770 / 9117-MMB)
- Bull Escala M6-705 (Power 770 / 9117-MMC)
- Bull Escala M6-715 (Power 770 / 9117-MMD)
- Bull Escala M7-700 (Power 780 / 9179-MHB)
- Bull Escala M7-705 (Power 780 / 9179-MHC)
- Bull Escala M7-715 (Power 780 / 9179-MHD)
References to Power 755 / 8236-E8C models are irrelevant.
Hardware
November 2012
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Contents
Safety notices .................................v
Disk drive backplane for the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C .............1
Removing and replacing the disk drive backplane .................3
Removing the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C disk drive backplane ..................3
Replacing the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C disk drive backplane ..................8
Common procedures .............................15
Before you begin .................................15
Identifying a part .................................17
Control panel LEDs................................17
Identifying a failing part in an AIX system or logical partition .................19
Locating a failing part in an AIX system or logical partition .................19
Activating the indicator light for the failing part .....................19
Deactivating the failing-part indicator light .......................19
Identifying a failing part in a Linux system or logical partition .................20
Locating a failing part in a Linux system or logical partition .................20
Finding the location code of a failing part in a Linux system or logical partition ..........20
Activating the indicator light for the failing part .....................20
Deactivating the failing-part indicator light .......................21
Locating a failing part in a Virtual I/O Server system or logical partition..............21
Identifying a part by using the Virtual I/O Server ....................21
Starting the system or logical partition ..........................22
Starting a system that is not managed by a HMC or an SDMC .................22
Starting a system or logical partition by using the HMC ...................23
Starting a system or virtual server by using the SDMC ....................24
Stopping a system or logical partition ..........................24
Stopping a system that is not managed by an HMC or an SDMC ................24
Stopping a system by using the HMC .........................25
Stopping a system by using the SDMC .........................26
Removing and replacing covers for the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C ................27
Removing the service access cover from the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C ..............27
Installing the service access cover on the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C ...............27
Placing the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C system into the service or operating position ..........28
Placing the rack-mounted 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C into the service position ...........28
Placing the rack-mounted 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C into the operating position...........29
Disconnecting the power cords from the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C ................31
Connecting the power cords to the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C ..................31
Installing a part by using the HMC ...........................32
Installing a part by using the SDMC ...........................33
Verifying the installed part ..............................33
Verifying an installed feature or replaced part in an AIX system or logical partition ..........33
Verifying the installed part in a Linux system or logical partition ................36
Verifying an installed part by using stand-alone diagnostics ..................36
Verifying the installed part by using the HMC.......................38
Activating and deactivating LEDs by using the HMC ...................38
Deactivating a system attention LED or partition LED by using the HMC ...........38
Activating or deactivating an identify LED by using the HMC ...............39
Viewing serviceable events by using the HMC......................39
Verifying the installed part by using the SDMC ......................40
Activating and deactivating LEDs by using the SDMC ...................41
Deactivating a system attention LED or partition LED by using the SDMC ...........41
Activating or deactivating an identify LED by using the SDMC ...............41
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Viewing serviceable events by using the SDMC .....................42
Verifying an installed part or replaced part on a system or logical partition by using Virtual I/O Server tools 42
Verifying the installed part by using VIOS .......................42
Verify the replacement part by using VIOS .......................43
Notices ...................................45
Trademarks ...................................46
Electronic emission notices ..............................46
Class A Notices .................................46
Class B Notices .................................50
Terms and conditions ................................52
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Safety notices
Safety notices may be printed throughout this guide.
vDANGER notices call attention to a situation that is potentially lethal or extremely hazardous to
people.
vCAUTION notices call attention to a situation that is potentially hazardous to people because of some
existing condition.
vAttention notices call attention to the possibility of damage to a program, device, system, or data.
World Trade safety information
Several countries require the safety information contained in product publications to be presented in their
national languages. If this requirement applies to your country, a safety information booklet is included
in the publications package shipped with the product. The booklet contains the safety information in
your national language with references to the U.S. English source. Before using a U.S. English publication
to install, operate, or service this product, you must first become familiar with the related safety
information in the booklet. You should also refer to the booklet any time you do not clearly understand
any safety information in the U.S. English publications.
Laser safety information
The servers can use I/O cards or features that are fiber-optic based and that utilize lasers or LEDs.
Laser compliance
The servers may be installed inside or outside of an IT equipment rack.
v
DANGER
When working on or around the system, observe the following precautions:
Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To
avoid a shock hazard:
vConnect power to this unit only with the provided power cord. Do not use the provided power
cord for any other product.
vDo not open or service any power supply assembly.
vDo not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration
of this product during an electrical storm.
vThe product might be equipped with multiple power cords. To remove all hazardous voltages,
disconnect all power cords.
vConnect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. Ensure that the outlet
supplies proper voltage and phase rotation according to the system rating plate.
vConnect any equipment that will be attached to this product to properly wired outlets.
vWhen possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables.
vNever turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage.
vDisconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems, networks, and modems before
you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration
procedures.
vConnect and disconnect cables as described in the following procedures when installing, moving,
or opening covers on this product or attached devices.
To Disconnect:
1. Turn off everything (unless instructed otherwise).
2. Remove the power cords from the outlets.
3. Remove the signal cables from the connectors.
4. Remove all cables from the devices.
To Connect:
1. Turn off everything (unless instructed otherwise).
2. Attach all cables to the devices.
3. Attach the signal cables to the connectors.
4. Attach the power cords to the outlets.
5. Turn on the devices.
(D005a)
DANGER
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Observe the following precautions when working on or around your IT rack system:
vHeavy equipment–personal injury or equipment damage might result if mishandled.
vAlways lower the leveling pads on the rack cabinet.
vAlways install stabilizer brackets on the rack cabinet.
vTo avoid hazardous conditions due to uneven mechanical loading, always install the heaviest
devices in the bottom of the rack cabinet. Always install servers and optional devices starting
from the bottom of the rack cabinet.
vRack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces. Do not place objects on top
of rack-mounted devices.
vEach rack cabinet might have more than one power cord. Be sure to disconnect all power cords in
the rack cabinet when directed to disconnect power during servicing.
vConnect all devices installed in a rack cabinet to power devices installed in the same rack
cabinet. Do not plug a power cord from a device installed in one rack cabinet into a power
device installed in a different rack cabinet.
vAn electrical outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardous voltage on the metal parts of
the system or the devices that attach to the system. It is the responsibility of the customer to
ensure that the outlet is correctly wired and grounded to prevent an electrical shock.
CAUTION
vDo not install a unit in a rack where the internal rack ambient temperatures will exceed the
manufacturer's recommended ambient temperature for all your rack-mounted devices.
vDo 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.
vConsideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit so that
overloading of the circuits does not compromise the supply wiring or overcurrent protection. To
provide the correct power connection to a rack, refer to the rating labels located on the
equipment in the rack to determine the total power requirement of the supply circuit.
v(For sliding drawers.) Do not pull out or install any drawer or feature if the rack stabilizer brackets
are not attached to the rack. Do not pull out more than one drawer at a time. The rack might
become unstable if you pull out more than one drawer at a time.
v(For fixed drawers.) This drawer is a fixed drawer and must not be moved for servicing unless
specified by the manufacturer. Attempting to move the drawer partially or completely out of the
rack might cause the rack to become unstable or cause the drawer to fall out of the rack.
(R001)
Safety notices vii
CAUTION:
Removing components from the upper positions in the rack cabinet improves rack stability during
relocation. Follow these general guidelines whenever you relocate a populated rack cabinet within a
room or building:
vReduce the weight of the rack cabinet by removing equipment starting at the top of the rack
cabinet. When possible, restore the rack cabinet to the configuration of the rack cabinet as you
received it. If this configuration is not known, you must observe the following precautions:
– Remove all devices in the 32U position and above.
– Ensure that the heaviest devices are installed in the bottom of the rack cabinet.
– Ensure that there are no empty U-levels between devices installed in the rack cabinet below the
32U level.
vIf the rack cabinet you are relocating is part of a suite of rack cabinets, detach the rack cabinet from
the suite.
vInspect the route that you plan to take to eliminate potential hazards.
vVerify 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.
vVerify that all door openings are at least 760 x 230 mm (30 x 80 in.).
vEnsure that all devices, shelves, drawers, doors, and cables are secure.
vEnsure that the four leveling pads are raised to their highest position.
vEnsure that there is no stabilizer bracket installed on the rack cabinet during movement.
vDo not use a ramp inclined at more than 10 degrees.
vWhen the rack cabinet is in the new location, complete the following steps:
– Lower the four leveling pads.
– Install stabilizer brackets on the rack cabinet.
– If you removed any devices from the rack cabinet, repopulate the rack cabinet from the lowest
position to the highest position.
vIf a long-distance relocation is required, restore the rack cabinet to the configuration of the rack
cabinet as you received it. Pack the rack cabinet in the original packaging material, or equivalent.
Also lower the leveling pads to raise the casters off of the pallet and bolt the rack cabinet to the
pallet.
(R002)
(L001)
(L002)
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(L003)
or
All lasers are certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter J for class
1 laser products. Outside the U.S., they are certified to be in compliance with IEC 60825 as a class 1 laser
product. Consult the label on each part for laser certification numbers and approval information.
CAUTION:
This product might contain one or more of the following devices: CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive,
DVD-RAM drive, or laser module, which are Class 1 laser products. Note the following information:
vDo not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to
hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device.
vUse of the controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
(C026)
Safety notices ix
CAUTION:
Data processing environments can contain equipment transmitting on system links with laser modules
that operate at greater than Class 1 power levels. For this reason, never look into the end of an optical
fiber cable or open receptacle. (C027)
CAUTION:
This product contains a Class 1M laser. Do not view directly with optical instruments. (C028)
CAUTION:
Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following
information: laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical
instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam. (C030)
CAUTION:
The battery contains lithium. To avoid possible explosion, do not burn or charge the battery.
Do Not:
v___ Throw or immerse into water
v___ Heat to more than 100°C (212°F)
v___ Repair or disassemble
Exchange only with the approved part. Recycle or discard the battery as instructed by local
regulations. (C003a)
Power and cabling information for NEBS (Network Equipment-Building System)
GR-1089-CORE
The following comments apply to the servers that have been designated as conforming to NEBS
(Network Equipment-Building System) GR-1089-CORE:
The equipment is suitable for installation in the following:
vNetwork telecommunications facilities
vLocations where the NEC (National Electrical Code) applies
The intrabuilding ports of this equipment are suitable for connection to intrabuilding or unexposed
wiring or cabling only. The intrabuilding ports of this equipment must not be metallically connected to the
interfaces that connect to the OSP (outside plant) or its wiring. These interfaces are designed for use as
intrabuilding 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).
The dc-powered system employs an isolated DC return (DC-I) design. The DC battery return terminal
shall not be connected to the chassis or frame ground.
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Disk drive backplane for the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C
Learn about removing and replacing a disk drive backplane in the server.
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Removing and replacing the disk drive backplane
Use this procedure to remove, replace, or install the disk drive backplane in the 7/10 (31E/2B or 31E/1C)
or the 7/30 (31E/2B or 31E/2C) servers.
The following figures show the disk drive backplane in the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C.
Removing the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C disk drive backplane
Use this procedure to remove the disk drive backplane from the server.
About this task
If your system is managed by the Hardware Management Console (HMC), use the HMC to complete the
steps for removing the disk drive backplane from the server. For information about using the HMC to
remove the disk drive backplane, see Removing a part using the Hardware Management Console.
If your system is managed by the Systems Director Management Console (SDMC), use the SDMC to
complete the steps for removing the disk drive backplane from the server. For instructions, see Removing
a part using the Systems Director Management Console.
If you do not have an HMC or SDMC, complete the following steps to remove the disk drive backplane:
Attention: Ensure that you remove the control panel before you remove the disk drive backplane to
prevent damage to the control panel cables.
Procedure
1. Identify the system that you will be working on by using the identify the system process to turn on
the system locate (blue) indicator. For more information, see Enabling enclosure indicators and
Control panel LEDs.
2. Complete the prerequisite tasks as described in Before you begin.
3. Do one of the following steps, as applicable:
a. If you are removing the disk drive backplane for a system upgrade or as part of another
procedure, continue to step 4 on page 4.
b. If you are removing the disk drive backplane because of a system failure, use the service action
log to help identify the failing part. See Identifying a failing part.
Figure 1. Disk drive backplane
Figure 2. Disk drive backplane with tape
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4. Stop the system, as described in Stopping a system or logical partition.
5. Place the system into the service position, as described in Placing a rack-mounted model into the
service position.
6. Disconnect the power source from the system by unplugging the system, as described in
Disconnecting the power cords.
Note: If the system is equipped with a second power supply, ensure that the power source to the
system has been completely disconnected.
(L003)
or
7. Remove the service access cover, as described in Removing the service access cover from a
rack-mounted model.
8. Use the service indicator light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to help identify the part, as described in
Identifying a part.
9. Attach the wrist strap.
Attention:
vAttach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic
discharge (ESD) from damaging your hardware.
vWhen using a wrist strap, follow all electrical safety procedures. A wrist strap is for static control.
It does not increase or decrease your risk of receiving electric shock when using or working on
electrical equipment.
vIf you do not have a 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.
10. If you need to replace the backplane because of an upgrade or system failure, complete the following
steps to remove the disk drives, depending on your backplane:
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Note: If you remove a backplane that is populated with disk drives, the backplane will be heavy.
Ensure that you can safely complete the procedure.
a. To remove the disk drive from the backplane, perform the following steps:
Note: Record the location of each disk drive you remove so that the disk drive can be replaced
in the same location again.
1) Unlock the disk drive handle (A) and pull it toward you to unseat the disk drive.
2) Place one hand under the disk drive and carefully pull the drive out of the system as shown
in Figure 3.
11. Remove the media device by pressing up and then pulling the latch (A) to slide the media device
out of the system. See figure 2 or 3 based on the configuration of your system.
For more information about removing the different types of media devices, see Removing a SAS
media device from the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C.
Note: The device is held in place by a friction fit clip. There are no screws or fasteners to hold it in
place. Ensure that you remove the device carefully to avoid dropping the clip.
Figure 3. Removing the disk drive from the backplane
Removing and replacing the disk drive backplane 5
13. Unlock the disk drive backplane by pulling the handles (A) open from the center of the backplane as
shown in Figure 6 and Figure 7.
14. Pull the backplane out of the server.
Figure 6. Removing the backplane populated with disk drives
Figure 7. Removing the backplane that is not populated with disk drives
Removing and replacing the disk drive backplane 7
15. If you removed the backplane as a part of another procedure, continue with that procedure. To
replace the backplane, see Replacing the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C disk drive backplane
Related information:
Removing the control panel with the power off
Replacing the 31E/2B, 31E/1C, or 31E/2C disk drive backplane
Use this procedure to replace the disk drive backplane.
About this task
If your system is managed by the Hardware Management Console (HMC), use the HMC to complete the
steps for replacing the disk drive backplane in the server. For instructions, see Exchanging a part using
the Hardware Management Console.
If your system is managed by the Systems Director Management Console (SDMC), use the SDMC to
complete the steps for replacing the disk drive backplane in the server. For instructions, see Replacing a
part using the Systems Director Management Console.
If you do not have an HMC or SDMC, complete the following steps to replace the disk drive backplane:
Procedure
1. Identify the system that you will be working on by using the identify the system process to turn on
the system locate (blue) indicator. For more information, see Enabling enclosure indicators and
Control panel LEDs.
2. Complete the prerequisite tasks as described in Before you begin.
3. Stop the system, as described in Stopping a system or logical partition.
4. Place the system into the service position, as described in Placing a rack-mounted model into the
service position.
5. Disconnect the power source from the system by unplugging the system, as described in
Disconnecting the power cords.
Note: This system may be equipped with a second power supply. Before continuing with this
procedure, ensure that the power source to the system has been completely disconnected.
(L003)
or
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