IBM eServer xSeries 305 Type 8673 User manual

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xSeries 305
Type 8673
Installation Guide
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Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information
in Appendix A, “Warranty information” on page 27 and Appendix B, “Notices” on page 39.
First Edition (August 2002)
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Contents
Safety ............................v
Chapter 1. Introduction ......................1
Features and specifications .....................2
Notices and statements used in this book ...............3
Major components of the xSeries 305 Type 8673 server ..........4
Chapter 2. Installing options....................5
Installation guidelines .......................5
System reliability guidelines....................5
Handling static-sensitive devices ..................5
Removing the cover .......................6
Working with adapters.......................6
Installing an adapter ......................7
Working with hard disk drives ....................9
Installing a hard disk drive ....................9
Working with DIMMs .......................10
Installing a DIMM .......................10
Completing the installation.....................11
Installing the cover ......................11
Updating your server configuration.................12
Chapter 3. Server controls, LEDs, and power.............13
Front view ..........................13
Rear view ...........................14
Server power features ......................15
Turning on the server .....................15
Turning off the server .....................15
Chapter 4. Configuring the server .................17
Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD ............17
Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program .............17
Using the SCSISelect utility program .................18
Gigabit Ethernet controller configuration................18
IBM Director ..........................18
Chapter 5. Solving problems ...................19
POST beep code descriptions ...................19
POST error messages ......................20
ServerGuide problems ......................21
Troubleshooting chart ......................22
Appendix A. Warranty information .................27
Warranty period ........................27
Problem determination .....................27
Running diagnostics .....................27
Checking software .....................27
Warranty service and support ..................28
International Warranty Service ..................28
Purchasing additional services ..................29
IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000 .........30
Part 1 - General Terms .....................30
Part 2 - Country-unique Terms ..................32
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Appendix B. Notices ......................39
Edition notice .........................39
Trademarks ..........................40
Important notes.........................40
Electronic emission notices ....................41
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement .........41
Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement ........42
Australia and New Zealand Class A statement ............42
United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement.........42
European Union EMC Directive conformance statement .........42
Taiwanese Class A warning statement ...............42
Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement . . . 43
Power cords ..........................43
Index ............................45
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Safety
Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.
Pred instalacítohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.
Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.
Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.
Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information.
Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.
Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.
Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.
Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.
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Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad.
Lässäkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.
Statement 1:
DANGER
Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is
hazardous.
To avoid a shock hazard:
vDo not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation,
maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical
storm.
vConnect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical
outlet.
vConnect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to
this product.
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 table when
installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached
devices.
To Connect: To Disconnect:
1. Turn everything OFF.
2. First, attach all cables to devices.
3. Attach signal cables to connectors.
4. Attach power cords to outlet.
5. Turn device ON.
1. Turn everything OFF.
2. First, remove power cords from outlet.
3. Remove signal cables from connectors.
4. Remove all cables from devices.
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Statement 2:
CAUTION:
When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an
equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has
a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module
type made by the same manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can
explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.
Do not:
vThrow or immerse into water
vHeat to more than 100°C (212°F)
vRepair or disassemble
Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
Statement 3:
CAUTION:
When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or
transmitters) are installed, note the following:
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 controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
DANGER
Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser
diode. Note the following.
Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly
with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.
Class 1 Laser Product
Laser Klasse 1
Laser Klass 1
Luokan 1 Laserlaite
Appareil A Laser de Classe 1
`
Safety vii

Statement 4:
≥18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥55 kg (121.2 lb)
CAUTION:
Use safe practices when lifting.
Statement 5:
CAUTION:
The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power
supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device
also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current
from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power
source.
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Statement 8:
CAUTION:
Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following
label attached.
Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any
component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside
these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact
a service technician.
Safety ix

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Chapter 1. Introduction
This Installation Guide contains instructions for setting up your IBM
®
Eserver
xSeries
™
305 Type 8673 server and basic instructions for installing some options.
More detailed instructions for installing options are in the Option Installation Guide
on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD, which comes with your server. This
publication contains information about:
vSetting up and cabling your server
vStarting and configuring your server
vInstalling your operating system
Your server comes with an IBM ServerGuide
™
Setup and Installation CD to help
you configure the hardware, install device drivers, and install the operating system.
Your server comes with a limited warranty. If you have access to the World Wide
Web, you can obtain up-to-date information about your server and other IBM server
products at http://www.ibm.com/eserver/xseries/.
Record information about your server in the following table. You will need this
information when you register your server with IBM.
Product name IBM Eserver xSeries 305 server
Machine type 8673
Model number _____________________________________________
Serial number _____________________________________________
See the Rack installation instructions for complete rack installation and removal
instructions.
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Features and specifications
The following table provides a summary of the features and specifications of your
xSeries 305 Type 8673 server. Depending on your server model, some features and
specifications might not apply.
Racks are marked in vertical increments of 1.75 inches. Each increment is referred
to as a unit, or “U.”A 1-U-high device is 1.75 inches tall.
Table 1. Features and specifications
Microprocessor:
vOne Intel Pentium
®
IV 512 KB
Level-2 cache and MMX
™
(MMX2)
technology
Memory:
vMinimum: 256 MB
vMaximum: 4 GB
vType: PC2100 266 MHz, ECC
SDRAM, registered DIMMs only
vSlots: Four dual inline
vSupports 256 MB, 512 MB, and
1GBDIMMs
Drives:
vDiskette: 1.44 MB
vCD-ROM: IDE
Expansion bays:
vTwo 3.5-in. slim-high bays for hard
disk drives
Expansion slots:
vTwo 66/100/133 MHz/64-bit PCI-X
slots on the system board (one
half- length full-height, one low
profile)
Video controller:
vATI Rage XL video on system
board
vCompatible with SVGA and VGA
v8 MB SDRAM video memory
Power supply:
v203 watt (110 or 220 V ac
auto-sensing)
Size:
vHeight: 43 mm (1.75 inches, 1 U)
vDepth: 424 mm (16.54 inches)
vWidth: 430 mm (16.69 inches)
vMaximum weight: 12.7 kg (28 lb)
depending on your configuration
Integrated functions:
v1000Base-T, 100Base-T,
10Base-T (dual) Ethernet
controllers on the system board
with Wake on LAN
®
support
vSerial port
vTwo USB ports
vKeyboard port
vMouse port
vDual-channel bus mastering IDE
controller
Hard disk controller:
vDual-channel bus mastering IDE
controller
vUltra160 SCSI adapter is installed
in one of the expansion slots
(SCSI models)
Acoustical noise emissions:
vSound power, idling: 6.5 bel
maximum
vSound power, operating: 6.5 bel
maximum
Environment:
vAir temperature:
–Server on: 10°to 35°C (50.0°
to 95.0°F); altitude: 0 to 914 m
(2998.7 ft)
–Server off: -40°to 60°C
(-104°to 140°F); maximum
altitude: 2133 m (6998.0 ft)
vHumidity:
–Server on: 8% to 80%
–Server off: 8% to 80%
Heat output:
Approximate heat output in British
thermal units (Btu) per hour:
vMinimum configuration: 297 Btu (87
watts)
vMaximum configuration: 512 Btu
(150 watts)
Electrical input:
vSine-wave input (47-63 Hz) required
vInput voltage low range:
–Minimum: 100 V ac
–Maximum: 127 V ac
vInput voltage high range:
–Minimum: 200 V ac
–Maximum: 240 V ac
vInput kilovolt-amperes (kVA),
approximately:
–Minimum: 0.0870 kVA
–Maximum: 0.150 kVA
Notes:
1. Power consumption and heat
output vary depending on the
number and type of optional
features installed and the
power-management optional
features in use.
2. These levels were measured in
controlled acoustical environments
according to the procedures
specified by the American National
Standards Institute (ANSI) S12.10
and ISO 7779 and are reported in
accordance with ISO 9296. Actual
sound-pressure levels in a given
location might exceed the average
values stated because of room
reflections and other nearby noise
sources. The declared sound-power
levels indicate an upper limit, below
which a large number of computers
will operate.
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Notices and statements used in this book
The caution and danger statements that appear in this book are also in the
multilingual Safety Book, which is on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Each
statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in the Safety
Book.
The following notices and statements are used in the documentation:
vNotes: These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice.
vImportant: These notices provide information or advice that might help you avoid
inconvenient or problem situations.
vAttention: These notices indicate potential damage to programs, devices, or
data. An attention notice is placed just before the instruction or situation in which
damage could occur.
vCaution: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially hazardous
to you. A caution statement is placed just before the description of a potentially
hazardous procedure step or situation.
vDanger: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or
extremely hazardous to you. A danger statement is placed just before the
description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or
situation.
Chapter 1. Introduction 3

Major components of the xSeries 305 Type 8673 server
The following illustration shows the locations of major components in your server.
Note: The illustrations in this publication might differ slightly from your hardware.
Adapter-support
bracket
SCSI
adapter
(some models)
Air baffle
Captive screws
Heat sink
Microprocessor
DIMM
Fans
Heat sink
retaining clips
System board
Power supply
CD-ROM drive
Hard disk drive
(some models)
Diskette drive
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Chapter 2. Installing options
This chapter provides basic instructions for installing hardware options in your
server. These instructions are intended for users who are experienced with setting
up IBM server hardware. If you need more detailed instructions, see the Option
Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD.
Installation guidelines
Before you begin installing options in your server, read the following information:
vRead the safety information beginning on page v and the guidelines in “Handling
static-sensitive devices”on page 5. This information will help you work safely
with your server and options.
vMake sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical
outlets for your server, monitor, and other devices that you will connect to the
server.
vBack up all important data before you make changes to disk drives.
vHave a small Phillips screwdriver available.
vFor a list of supported options for your server, go to
http://www.ibm.com/pc/compat/ on the World Wide Web.
System reliability guidelines
To help ensure proper system cooling and system reliability, make sure that:
vEach of the drive bays has a drive or a filler panel.
vSpace is available around the server to allow the server cooling system to work
properly. Refer to the documentation that comes with the rack.
vYou have followed the cabling instructions that come with optional adapters.
vYou have replaced a failed fan as soon as possible.
Handling static-sensitive devices
Attention: Static electricity can damage electronic devices, including your server.
To avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages
until you are ready to install them.
To reduce the possibility of damage from electrostatic discharge, observe the
following precautions:
vLimit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around
you.
vHandle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.
vDo not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed circuitry.
vDo not leave the device where others can handle and damage it.
vWhile the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted
metal part of the server for at least 2 seconds. This drains static electricity from
the package and from your body.
vRemove the device from its package and install it directly into the server without
setting down the device. If it is necessary to set down the device, place it back
into its static-protective package. Do not place the device on your server cover or
on a metal surface.
vTake additional care when handling devices during cold weather. Heating reduces
indoor humidity and increases static electricity.
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Removing the cover
Complete the following steps to remove the server cover:
1. Review the safety information beginning on page v and the “Installation
guidelines”on page 5.
2. Turn off the server and all attached devices. Disconnect the power cord; then,
all external cables.
Captive screws
3. Loosen the two captive screws on the rear of the cover.
4. Slide the cover back; then, lift up and off of the server.
Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, replace the cover before turning on
the server. Operating the server for extended periods of time (over 30 minutes)
with the cover removed might damage server components.
Working with adapters
This section describes how to install an adapter in the server. Before you install
adapters, review the following:
vYour server comes with two peripheral component interconnect-extended (PCI-X)
adapter slots. PCI-X slot 1 is located on the adapter-support bracket with the
riser card. PCI-X slot 2 is located on the system board. You must first remove the
adapter-support bracket to access the PCI-X slot 1 connector.
vLocate the documentation that comes with the adapter and follow those
instructions in addition to the instructions in this chapter.
vIf you need to change the switch settings or jumper settings on your adapter,
follow the instructions that come with the adapter.
vThere are two 64-bit, 66/100/133 MHz PCI-X slots.
vYou can install one 64-bit one-half length full height adapter in expansion slot 1.
You can install one low profile adapter in expansion slot 2.
vWhen you install two 133 MHz adapters in the server, the maximum bus speed is
100 MHz.
vYour server supports 3.3 V or universal adapters.
vYour server uses a rotational interrupt technique to configure PCI-X adapters.
You can use this technique to install PCI-X adapters that currently do not support
sharing of PCI-X interrupts.
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vThe system scans PCI-X slots to assign system resources. By default the system
starts (boots) the CD-ROM and diskette drives first. Then, the system scans
PCI-X slot 2, PCI-X slot 1, and the integrated Ethernet.
vIf the server is a SCSI model server, the server will have a SCSI adapter
installed in PCI-X slot 2.
Note: You can use the Configuration/Setup Utility program to change the boot
precedence for your server. Select Start Options from the
Configuration/Setup Utility program main menu.
Installing an adapter
Complete the following steps to install an adapter.
Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.
Riser card
Adapter
PCI-X riser card
connector
PCI-X slot 2
connector
PCI-X slot 1
connector
Adapter
Adapter-support
bracket
Attention: When you handle static-sensitive devices, take precautions to avoid
damage from static electricity. For details on handling these devices, see “Handling
static-sensitive devices”on page 5.
1. Review information beginning on page v, and the “Installation guidelines”on
page 5.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices.
3. Disconnect the power cord; then, all external cables from the server.
4. Remove the server cover.
5. Determine which PCI-X expansion slot you will use for the adapter.
Note: Check the instructions that come with the adapter for any requirements,
restrictions, or cabling instructions. It might be easier for you to route
cables before you install the adapter.
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6. Loosen the captive screw located on the rear of the server adjacent to the
PCI-X slot.
Captive screw
(slot 2)
Captive screw
(slot 1)
Adapter-support
bracket
Expansion-slot
cover
7. Remove the expansion-slot cover. If you are installing an adapter in PCI-X slot
1, you must first remove the riser card from the system board to access the
expansion slot.
Attention: PCI expansion-slot covers must be installed on all vacant slots.
This maintains the electronic emissions characteristics of the server and
ensures proper cooling of server components.
8. Touch the static-protective package containing the adapter to any unpainted
metal surface on the server. Then, remove the adapter from the
static-protective package. Avoid touching the components and gold-edge
connectors on the adapter.
9. Place the adapter, component-side up, on a flat, static-protective surface and
set any jumpers or switches as described by the adapter manufacturer, if
necessary.
Attention: When you install an adapter in the server, be sure that it is
completely and correctly seated in the PCI expansion slot before you turn on
the server. Incomplete insertion might cause damage to the system board or
the adapter.
10. To install the adapter, carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge or upper
corners, and align it with the PCI-X expansion slot; then, press the adapter
firmly into the expansion slot.
Note: When you install the adapter in PCI-X slot 2, you must slide the adapter
underneath the system fan to properly align the adapter with the
expansion-slot connector. Do not remove the system fan from the
server.
11. If you installed an adapter in PCI-X slot 2, continue with the next step. If you
removed the riser card, reinstall it now. Make sure the riser card is fully seated
into the riser card connector on the system board.
12. Tighten the captive screw on the rear of the server.
13. Connect required cables to the adapter.
14. If you have other options to install, do so now; otherwise, go to “Completing
the installation”on page 11.
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