IBM IntelliStation POWER 185 User manual

Quick start guide for IntelliStation POWER 185 (7047-185)
IBM Systems

CAUTION: The weight of this part or unit is between 18 and 32 kg (39.7 and
70.5 lb). It takes two persons to safely lift this part or unit. (C009)
The exclamation mark surrounded by a gray triangle denotes caution. A CAUTION
notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causing
moderate or minor personal injury. Before doing a step that contains a caution
icon, read and understand the caution statement that accompanies it.
1Before you begin
Use safe practices when lifting.
This Quick start guide contains an abbreviated set of setup instructions designed to help you quickly
unpack and set up a standard workstation. Users unfamiliar with this IBM hardware should use the
fullydetailed setup instructions that you can find in the IBM Systems Hardware Information Center.
For details about how to access the information center, see task 5 .Finish your workstation setup
18-32 kg (39.7-70.5 lbs)

Inventory
Complete an inventory of the external parts.
If you have incorrect, missing, or damaged parts, contact any of the following resources:
Locate the kitting report (inventory list) in the bag that contains the information center CD (SK3T-8159).
Make sure you received all of the parts that you ordered. Your order information should be located in
an envelope adhered to the outside of your workstation box. You can also obtain order information from
your marketing representative or IBM Business Partner.
Your IBM reseller
IBM Rochester manufacturing automated information
line at 1-800-300-8751 (United States only)
Directory of worldwide contacts at www.ibm.com/planetwide.
Select your location to view the service and support contact information.
2

3.1
3.2
3.3
If you want to connect the workstation with
your network, connect a network cable to
one of the ethernet ports .
D
3.5
Cable the workstation
This product is equipped with a 3-wire (two connectors and a ground)
power cable and plug. Use this power cable with a properly grounded
electrical outlet to avoid electrical shock. (C018)
If you are using any optional adapters,
connect the cables to the appropriate
adapter connectors in the PCI slots of
your workstation.
E
3
3.4
Connect the workstation’s power supply to a power source.A
Connect a TTY terminal or terminal emulator to a serial port , or connect a
display monitor to an optional graphics adapter in one of the PCI slots .
B
E
Connect a keyboard and mouse to the
USB ports .
C
Tip: Some graphics adapters require a DV1-1 to VGA
converter. If you are using one of these graphics adapters,
attach the supplied converter (04N7533) to your monitor
cable before connecting to the graphics adapter.
A
B
C
D
E

4Install the back cover
Align the power cable with the slot on the inside of the cover.
Tip: There should not be a noticable gap between the cover and the workstation.
It may be necessary to place one hand on the front of the system as you push the
cover into place in order to gain enough leverage to firmly seat the cover onto the
workstation.
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
Route all cables through the cable clamp and attach the cable clamp into the back
of the workstation.
F
Place the pins on the bottom of the cover into the slots at the bottom of the
workstation.
GH
Rotate the cover toward the workstation and apply pressure until you hear an
audible click.
F
G
H

5Finish your workstation setup
From the navigation bar, click
Answer the questions in the interactive interview, and follow the procedures in the
resulting checklist.
Systems Hardware information IntelliStation
POWER information Initial server setup Create a customized initial server
setup checklist.
>
>>
You have completed the basic tasks to set up your workstation.
You can now access the . Follow these steps to create a
customized checklist that helps you configure your install software, apply fixes, and
establish connections with your service provider:
IBM Systems Hardware Information Center
workstation,
If you cannot access the online version of the information center, it is also provided
on a CD with your workstation (SK3T-8159).
5.1
5.2
5.3
Using a Web browser, go to the information center at
www.ibm.com/systems/infocenter/hardware.

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September 2007
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