Bull Escala e5-700 User manual

GX 12x channel adapters

for the M6-700 or M7-700

ESCALA Power7

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ESCALA Power7

GX 12x channel adapters for the M6-700

or M7-700

This publication concerns the following models:

- Bull Escala E5-700 (Power 750 / 8233-E8B)

- Bull Escala M6-700 (Power 770 / 9117-MMB)

- Bull Escala M7-700 (Power 780 / 9179-MHB)

References to Power 755 / 8236-E8C models are irrelevant.

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Contents

Safety notices .................................v

GX 12X channel adapters for the 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB ..............1

What’s new in GX 12X channel adapters for the 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB ...............1

Installing GX 12X channel adapters in the 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB with the HMC and power on .......1

Verifying and reserving slots for the GX 12X channel adapters in a 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB .......2

Installing or replacing GX 12X channel adapters in a 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB with power off ........3

Removing GX 12X channel adapters from a 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB with power off ...........4

Common procedures for installable features .........................5

Before you begin .................................5

Identifying a failing part ..............................8

Identifying a failing part in an AIX system or logical partition.................8

Identifying a failing part in an AIX system or logical partition................8

Identifying a failing part in an IBM i system or logical partition ................9

Activating the failing-part indicator light .......................9

Deactivating the failing-part indicator light ......................10

Identifying a failing part in a Linux system or logical partition ................11

Locating a failing part in a Linux system or logical partition ................11

Finding the location code of a failing part in a Linux system or logical partition .........11

Activating the indicator light for the failing part ....................11

Deactivating the failing-part indicator light ......................11

Locating a failing part in a Virtual I/O Server system or logical partition.............12

Identifying a part by using the Virtual I/O Server ...................12

Starting the system or logical partition .........................12

Starting a system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console ...........12

Starting a system or logical partition by using the Hardware Management Console .........14

Stopping a system or logical partition .........................14

Stopping a system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console ...........14

Stopping a system by using the Hardware Management Console ...............15

Removing and replacing the front cover on the 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB ..............16

Removing the front cover from the 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB .................16

Installing the front cover on the 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB ..................17

Installing a feature by using the Hardware Management Console ................18

Removing a part by using the Hardware Management Console ................18

Exchanging a part by using the Hardware Management Console ...............19

Verifying the installed part .............................19

Verifying an installed feature or replaced part in an AIX system or logical partition .........19

Verifying the installed part in an IBM i system or logical partition ...............22

Deactivating the failing-part indicator light ......................22

Verifying the installed part in a Linux system or logical partition ...............23

Verifying an installed part by using stand-alone diagnostics .................23

Verifying the installed part by using Hardware Management Console ..............24

Activating and deactivating LEDs .........................25

Viewing serviceable events ...........................26

Verifying an installed feature or replaced part on a system or logical partition by using Virtual I/O Server

tools....................................27

Appendix. Notices ...............................31

Trademarks ...................................32

Electronic emission notices ..............................32

Class A Notices .................................32

Terms and conditions ................................36

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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.

German safety information

Das Produkt ist nicht für den Einsatz an Bildschirmarbeitsplätzen im Sinne§2der

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

IBM servers may be installed inside or outside of an IT equipment rack.

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 IBM provided power cord. Do not use the IBM

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.

(D005)

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)

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)

Power and cabling information for NEBS (Network Equipment-Building System)

GR-1089-CORE

The following comments apply to the IBM 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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GX 12X channel adapters for the 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB

Learn about removing, replacing, or installing GX 12X channel adapters.

What’s new in GX 12X channel adapters for the 9117-MMB or

9179-MHB

Read about new or significantly changed information in the GX 12X channel adapters topic collection

since the previous update.

March 2010

vAdded information for the 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB servers that contain the POWER7™processor.

Installing GX 12X channel adapters in the 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB with

the HMC and power on

Learn about installing GX 12X channel adapters in the 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB server with the Hardware

Management Console (HMC) and the system power on.

Important: Sufficient slots must be reserved to install the GX 12X channel adapters concurrently in a

9117-MMB server. For more information about verifying the number of reserved slots and reserving

additional slots if needed, see “Verifying and reserving slots for the GX 12X channel adapters in a

9117-MMB or 9179-MHB” on page 2.

To install the adapter in a system that is managed by the HMC, complete the following steps:

1. Complete the prerequisite tasks described in “Before you begin” on page 5.

2. Disable the HMC call-home feature:

a. Open the Manage Systems Call-Home task from the Service Management work pane.

b. From the Manage Systems Call-Home window, select the system or systems for which you want

to disable the call-home state.

c. Click OK when you have completed the task.

3. In the HMC, expand Systems Management. Then expand and click Servers in the left navigation

pane.

4. In the upper-right pane titled Servers, select the checkbox in the Select column for the target

managed server that contains the GX adapter.

5. In the lower-right pane titled Tasks: [server name], expand Serviceability, expand Hardware, and

then click Add FRU.

6. In the Add/Install/Remove Hardware - Add FRU, Select FRU Type window, ensure that the value

for Enclosure Type is System Unit, Model MMB.

7. In the Add/Install/Remove Hardware - Add FRU, Select FRU Type window, click the Select radio

button for the GX adapter. Click Next.

8. In the Add/Install/Remove Hardware - Add FRU, Select Location window, click Select for the target

plug location. Click Add to move the location to the Pending Actions list.

9. Under Pending Actions, select the checkbox for the adapter location. Click Launch Procedure to

initiate the concurrent installation of the new adapter.

10. Follow the HMC procedures to install the adapter.

11. When the HMC procedure has completed, click Cancel on any open windows until they are all

closed. The newly installed adapter is ready for use.

12. Check the error log to see that all serviceable events have been handled appropriately after the

completion of this installation activity. To check the error log from the HMC, do the following:

a. Click Service Management in the Navigation pane.

b. In the right-hand pane, click Manage Serviceable Events.

c. In the Manage Serviceable Events window, select Open for the Serviceable Event Status, and

select ALL for all other fields. Then click OK.

d. In the Serviceable Event Overview window, scan for any errors associated with the new unit

installation:

vIf there are no errors, click Cancel on both windows to exit and return to the main Service

Management view.

vIf there are errors, they must be corrected before continuing. Contact your next level of

support.

13. Enable the HMC call-home feature:

a. Open the Manage Systems Call-Home task from the Service Management work pane.

b. From the Manage Systems Call-Home window, select the system or systems for which you want

to enable the call-home state.

c. Click OK when you have completed the task.

14. Verify that the new resource is working correctly:

vIf the system is not already at Partition Standby status, start the server to Partition Standby by

using either the HMC or Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI). The server runs tests as

it powers on and as components report to the HMC.

vAdditional diagnostics can be run at this time, but are not generally required.

Related information

Enclosures and expansion units

Verifying and reserving slots for the GX 12X channel adapters in a

9117-MMB or 9179-MHB

Learn how to verify the number of available slots or how to reserve additional slots for the installation of

GX 12X channel adapters in a 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB server with the power on.

Important: Reserving GX adapter slots requires an initial program load (IPL) of the target managed

system to activate the slot reservations.

To verify and reserve slots for installing GX adapters, complete the following steps:

1. In the HMC navigation pane, select Systems Management →Servers.

2. In the Contents of: Servers pane, select the checkbox in the Select column for the target managed

server.

3. Select Tasks →Operations →Advanced Systems Management (ASM).

4. Click OK in the Launch ASM Interface window. Click Accept in any Certificate signer not found

window that might appear.

5. Log in to the ASM panel.

6. Expand the Concurrent Maintenance list.

7. Select GX Adapter Slot Reservation.

8. In the Number of slots current reserved field, determine if the number of slots reserved is equal to

or greater than the number of GX adapters being installed. Are enough slots reserved?

vYes: Return to the instructions for installing the GX 12X channel adapters described in “Installing

GX 12X channel adapters in the 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB with the HMC and power on” on page

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vNo: Continue with these instructions to reserve the necessary number of slots.

9. In the Total number of slots to reserve field, enter the number of GX adapter slots needed.

10. Click Save Settings. Activate the slot reservation changes by performing an IPL of the target

managed system, and then return to the instructions for installing the GX adapters described in

“Installing GX 12X channel adapters in the 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB with the HMC and power on”

on page 1.

Installing or replacing GX 12X channel adapters in a 9117-MMB or

9179-MHB with power off

Learn about installing or replacing GX 12X channel adapters in a 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB server with the

power off.

If your system is managed by the Hardware Management Console (HMC), use the HMC to complete the

steps for installing an adapter. For instructions, see “Installing a feature by using the Hardware

Management Console” on page 18.

To install the adapter in a system that is not managed by the HMC, complete the following steps:

1. Complete the prerequisite tasks described in “Before you begin” on page 5.

2. Stop the system, as described in “Stopping a system or logical partition” on page 14.

3. Disconnect the power source from the system by unplugging the system.

Note: This system is equipped with a second power supply. Before continuing with this procedure,

ensure that the power source to the system has been disconnected completely.

4. Open the back rack door.

5. If necessary, remove the adapter from the system unit. See “Removing GX 12X channel adapters

from a 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB with power off” on page 4.

6. 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.

7. Align the adapter with the slot in the system. GX 12X channel adapters are supported in slots P1-C2

and P1-C3.

8. With the adapter cover in the open position, slide the adapter into the slot until it locks.

9. Rotate the adapter cover in the direction shown and push it toward the card until the locking tab (A)

snaps into place.

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10. Reconnect all power and signal cables to their respective connectors.

11. Close the back rack door.

12. Start the system, as described in “Starting the system or logical partition” on page 12.

13. Verify that the new resource is working correctly, as described in “Verifying the installed part” on

page 19.

Related information

Managing PCI Adapters

Removing GX 12X channel adapters from a 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB

with power off

Learn about removing GX 12X channel adapters from a 9117-MMB or 9179-MHB server with the power

off.

If your system is managed by the Hardware Management Console (HMC), use the HMC to complete the

steps for removing an adapter. For instructions, see “Removing a part by using the Hardware

Management Console” on page 18.

To remove the adapter on a system that is not managed by the HMC, complete the following steps:

1. Complete the prerequisite tasks described in “Before you begin” on page 5.

2. Identify the failing part, as described in “Identifying a failing part” on page 8.

3. Stop the system, as described in “Stopping a system or logical partition” on page 14.

4. Disconnect the power source from the system by unplugging the system.

Note: This system is equipped with a second power supply. Before continuing with this procedure,

ensure that the power source to the system has been disconnected completely.

Figure 1. Adapter installed in the system unit

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5. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the adapter at the rear of the system.

6. 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.

7. Push the locking tab(A) to the left and rotate the GX card cover in the direction shown.

8. Slide the adapter straight out of the slot.

For information about replacing a GX adapter, see “Installing or replacing GX 12X channel adapters in a

9117-MMB or 9179-MHB with power off” on page 3.

Common procedures for installable features

This section contains all the common procedures related to installing, removing and replacing features.

Before you begin

Understand prerequisites for installing, removing, or replacing features and parts.

Use the following safety precautions, unless instructed otherwise.

Figure 2. Removing the adapter

GX 12X channel adapters 5

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 IBM provided power cord. Do not use the IBM

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.

(D005)

DANGER

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