Bull Escala Power7 Series Use and care manual

DRWG137-0ENH removal and
replacement procedures
ESCALA Power7
REFERENCE
86 A1 26FK02

ESCALA Models Reference
The ESCALA Power7 publications concern the following models:
Bull Escala E1-700 / E3-700 (31E/2B ,8231-E2B)
Bull Escala E1-705 (31E/1C, 8231-E1C)
Bull Escala E1-715 (31E/1D, 8231-E1D)
Bull Escala E3-705 (31E/2C, 8231-E2C)
Bull Escala E3-715 (31E/2D, 8231-E2D)
Bull Escala E2-700 / E2-700T (02E/4B, 8202-E4B)
Bull Escala E2-705 / E2-705T (02E/4C, 8202-E4C)
Bull Escala E2-715 / E2-715T (02E/4D, 8202-E4D)
Bull Escala E4-700 / E4-700T (05F/6B, 8205-E6B)
Bull Escala E4-705 (05E/6C, 8205-E6C)
Bull Escala E4-715 (05E/6D, 8205-E6D)
Bull Escala E5-700 (33E/8B, 8233-E8B)
Bull Escala E5-715 (08E/8D, 8408-E8D)
Bull Escala M5-715 (09R/MD, 9109-RMD)
Bull Escala M6-700 (17M/MB, 9117-MMB)
Bull Escala M6-705 (17M/MC, 9117-MMC)
Bull Escala M6-715 (17M/MD, 9117-MMD)
Bull Escala M7-700 (79M/HB, 9179-MHB)
Bull Escala M7-705 (79M/HC, 9179-MHC)
Bull Escala M7-715 (79M/HD, 9179-MHD)
Bull Escala H9-700 (19F/HB, 9119-FHB)
References to 8236-E8C models are irrelevant.
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Contents
Safety notices .................................v
EDR1 PCIe storage enclosure removal and replacement procedures .........1
Removing and installing a fan assembly for an EDR1 PCIe storage enclosure ..............3
Removing and installing a midplane for an EDR1 PCIe storage enclosure ...............4
Removing and installing a power supply for an EDR1 PCIe storage enclosure .............18
Removing and installing a PCIe cable for an EDR1 PCIe storage enclosure ..............20
Removing and installing a PCIe cable with the power off ...................21
Removing and installing a PCIe cable with the power on ...................22
Removing, installing, or replacing a solid-state drive for an EDR1 PCIe storage enclosure .........28
Removing and installing an enclosure RAID module assembly for an EDR1 PCIe storage enclosure ......29
Removing and installing an enclosure RAID module assembly with the power off...........29
Removing and installing an enclosure RAID module assembly with the power on in the AIX environment . . 31
Removing and installing an enclosure RAID module assembly with the power on in the environment ....37
Removing and installing an enclosure RAID module assembly with the power on in the Linux environment . . 40
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)
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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)
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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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EDR1 PCIe storage enclosure removal and replacement
procedures
Use the removal and replacement procedures when you repair, maintain, or exchange parts for the EDR1
PCI Express®(PCIe) storage enclosure (EXP30 Ultra SSD I/O Drawer).
Before you begin a replacement, perform the following tasks:
1. If you are performing a replacement procedure that might put your data at risk, ensure, if possible,
that you have a current backup of your system or logical partition (including operating systems,
licensed programs, and data).
2. Review the installation or replacement procedure for the feature or part.
3. Note the significance of color on your system.
Blue or terra-cotta on a part of the hardware indicates a touch point where you can grip the hardware
to remove it from or install it in the system, to open or close a latch, and other actions. Blue indicates
that the part must be removed and replaced with the system powered off. Terra-cotta indicates that
the part can be removed and replaced with the system or logical partition power on. The task might
require some action before and after part replacement.
4. If parts are incorrect, missing, or visibly damaged, contact your service provider or next level of
support.
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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)
Attention: Failure to follow the steps sequentially for field-replaceable unit (FRU) removal or
installation might result in FRU or system damage.
Use the following precautions whenever you handle electronic components or cables:
vUse the electrostatic discharge (ESD) kit and the ESD wrist strap when handling logic cards, single chip
modules (SCMs), multiple chip modules (MCMs), electronic boards, and disk drives.
vKeep all electronic components in the shipping container or envelope until you are ready to install
them.
vIf you remove and reinstall an electronic component, temporarily place the component on an ESD pad
or blanket.
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Removing and installing a fan assembly for an EDR1 PCIe storage
enclosure
Use this procedure to service a fan assembly concurrently or nonconcurrently for the EDR1 PCIe storage
enclosure (EXP30 Ultra SSD I/O Drawer).
Attention: Failure to follow the steps sequentially for this field replaceable unit (FRU) removal or
installation might result in damage to the FRU or system.
Use the following precautions whenever you handle electronic components or cables:
vAttach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic discharge
(ESD) from damaging your hardware.
vIf you do not have a wrist strap, before 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.
vKeep all electronic components in the shipping container or envelope until you are ready to install
them.
vIf you remove and reinstall an electronic component, temporarily place the component on an ESD pad
or blanket, if available.
To remove and install a fan assembly, complete the following steps:
1. Use the service indicator light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to help identify the part. For instructions, see
Identifying a part.
2. Remove the enclosure RAID module (ERM) assembly from the PCIe storage enclosure. For
instructions, see “Removing and installing an enclosure RAID module assembly for an EDR1 PCIe
storage enclosure” on page 29.
3. Remove the fan assembly from the ERM assembly:
a. Place the ERM assembly on a flat surface.
b. Press the release button (A), as shown in the following figure, to raise the fan assembly out of the
ERM assembly.
c. Grasp the fan assembly (B) and remove it from the ERM assembly.
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4. Install the fan assembly:
a. Insert the fan assembly into the ERM assembly until it stops.
b. Install the ERM assembly into the PCIe storage enclosure. For instructions, see “Removing and
installing an enclosure RAID module assembly for an EDR1 PCIe storage enclosure” on page 29.
Removing and installing a midplane for an EDR1 PCIe storage
enclosure
Use this procedure to service a midplane nonconcurrently for the EDR1 PCIe storage enclosure (EXP30
Ultra SSD I/O Drawer).
Notes:
1. Servicing of the midplane must be performed by only trained service personnel.
2. To complete this procedure, you need special bits or drivers (T8 Torx, T10 Torx, and 5.5 mm hex).
Figure 1. Removing the fan assembly from the ERM assembly
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Attention:
1. Failure to follow the steps sequentially for this field replaceable unit (FRU) removal or installation
might result in damage to the FRU or system.
2. The failed midplane must only be replaced with a new midplane that has not yet been installed in
another PCIe storage enclosure. If the midplane was previously installed in a different PCIe storage
enclosure, the enclosure serial number will not be properly updated during power on.
3. After a midplane is installed and the PCIe storage enclosure is powered on, the midplane cannot be
used in a different PCIe storage enclosure.
4. Replace only the midplane FRU in this procedure until power has been applied to the PCIe storage
enclosure with the new midplane installed. The original enclosure RAID module (ERM) assemblies
must be used in this procedure to preserve the serial number.
Use the following precautions whenever you handle electronic components or cables:
vAttach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic discharge
(ESD) from damaging your hardware.
vIf you do not have a wrist strap, before 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.
vKeep all electronic components in the shipping container or envelope until you are ready to install
them.
vIf you remove and reinstall an electronic component, temporarily place the component on an ESD pad
or blanket, if available.
Removing a midplane for an EDR1 PCIe storage enclosure
To remove a midplane, complete the following steps:
1. Use the service indicator light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to help identify the part. For instructions, see
Identifying a part.
2. Power off the system or systems that are using the PCIe storage enclosure. For instructions, see
Powering on and powering off the system.
3. Label and remove all PCIe cables and serial-attached SCSI (SAS) cables (if present) from the ERM
assemblies. Disconnect the power cables from the power supplies.
Attention: After the midplane is replaced, the PCIe cables must be installed back into the same
connectors from which they were removed. Incorrect cable placement might result in data loss.
4. Remove the six bezels that cover the solid-state drive slots as shown in the following figure.
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5. Carefully remove each solid-state drive and label it with the slot from which it was removed. For
instructions, see “Removing, installing, or replacing a solid-state drive for an EDR1 PCIe storage
enclosure” on page 28.
Note: After the midplane is replaced, the solid-state drives must be inserted back into the same
slots from which they were removed.
6. Remove the enclosure from the rack. For instructions, see Removing an enclosure from the rack.
Then turn it upside down and place the enclosure on a flat surface.
Figure 2. Removing the bezels
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7. Using the correct size Torx bit or driver, remove the 10 screws from the bottom of the enclosure that
are closest to the front of the enclosure.
Figure 3. Turning the enclosure upside down
Figure 4. Removing the screws from the bottom of the enclosure
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8. Turn the enclosure top side up.
9. Unseat both power supplies.
To unseat a power supply, press the terra-cotta release tab to the left while sliding the power supply
partially out of the enclosure. For instructions, see “Removing and installing a power supply for an
EDR1 PCIe storage enclosure” on page 18.
10. Unseat both ERM assemblies.
To unseat an ERM assembly, open the release lever and slide the ERM assembly partially out of the
enclosure. For instructions, see “Removing and installing an enclosure RAID module assembly for an
EDR1 PCIe storage enclosure” on page 29.
11. Remove the 19 screws that secure the top front cover to the enclosure.
Figure 5. Turning the enclosure top side up
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