IBM pseries 655 User manual

pSeries 655
Installation Guide
SA38-0616-03
ERserver
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pSeries 655
Installation Guide
SA38-0616-03
ER s e r v e r
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Fourth Edition (February 2004)
Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in “Safety Notices” on page vii,
Appendix B, “Environmental Notices,” on page 117, and Appendix C, “Notices,” on page 123.
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Contents
Safety Notices ................................. vii
Rack Safety Instructions .............................. vii
Electrical and Mechanical Safety ........................... viii
Laser Safety Information ..............................x
Laser Compliance ................................x
Data Integrity and Verification ...........................xi
About This Book ................................ xiii
ISO 9000 ................................... xiii
Highlighting .................................. xiii
Accessing Information............................... xiii
References to AIX Operating System ......................... xiii
Related Publications ............................... xiv
Trademarks .................................. xiv
Chapter 1. Reference Materials ...........................1
Documentation Overview ..............................3
Chapter 2. Installing the pSeries 655 .........................7
Server handling and packaging information .......................7
Customer Responsibility for Site Preparation .......................7
Service Representative Responsibility for Installation ....................8
Step 1. Observe Safety Notices During Installation.....................8
Step 2. Check the Prerequisites to Installing the System ..................8
Weight Reduction ................................9
Step 3. Unpack the System.............................10
Step 4. Check the Inventory ............................10
Rack Inventory ................................11
Hardware Management Console (If Not Installed)....................11
Tool Kits ...................................11
Step 6. Position and Level the Rack .........................11
Step 7. Install Subsystems in the 7040-W42 Frame ....................12
Step 8. Check the Cables .............................12
Step 9. Verify that the Unit Emergency Power Off (UEPO) Switch is in the Off Position .......13
Computer Room Emergency Power Off (EPO) .....................13
Step 10. Check Power Outlets and Source .......................14
Step 11. Route and Connect Power Cords to the System ..................16
Step 12. Install the Hardware Management Console (HMC) .................17
Connect the HMC to the System ..........................17
Install and Configure an 8-Port Asynchronous Adapter ..................24
Install and Configure an 128-Port Asynchronous Adapter .................25
Step 13. Connect the External Modem.........................26
Step 14. Connect the Ethernet LAN Cable .......................26
Step 15. Connect the High Power Switch Cables .....................26
Step 16. Connect the Power Cords ..........................26
Step 17. Turn on the IBF Breaker (If Present) ......................26
Step 18. Have the Customer Activate the Designated Circuit Breakers .............27
Step 19. Power on the HMC ............................27
Step 20. Verify HMC Code Level ...........................27
Step 21. Set the Console’s Date and Time .......................28
Step 22. Verify Installation is Complete Using the HMC Interface ...............28
Step 23. Determine Firmware and Microcode Levels ...................28
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Step 24. Installing the Operating System ........................28
Step 25. Verify Basic Hardware and Operating System Operation...............28
Step 26. Install the Rack Doors ...........................28
Install the Rack Front Door ............................29
Install the Rack Rear Door ............................29
Step 27. Perform HMC Setup Tasks .........................30
Step 28. Complete System Records and Installation Procedure ...............30
Step 29. Return System Packing Materials .......................30
Chapter 3. Verifying the Hardware Operations .....................31
Online and Standalone Diagnostics Operating Considerations ................31
Identifying the Terminal Type to the Diagnostics ....................31
Undefined Terminal Types ............................32
Resetting the Terminal..............................32
Running Online Diagnostics............................32
Online Diagnostics Modes of Operation ........................32
Service Mode .................................32
Concurrent Mode ...............................33
Maintenance Mode ...............................33
Running Online Diagnostics in Service Mode ......................34
Running the Online Diagnostics in Concurrent Mode ...................34
Running the Online Diagnostics in Maintenance Mode ...................34
Standalone Diagnostic Operation...........................35
Perform Slow Boot ...............................35
Partitioned System Considerations for Standalone Diagnostics ...............35
Running Standalone Diagnostics from aNetwork Installation Management (NIM) Server .....35
NIM Server Configuration ............................36
Client Configuration and Booting Standalone Diagnostics from the NIM Server .........36
Chapter 4. Installation and Removal Procedures ....................39
Processor Subsystem ...............................39
Powering the System On.............................39
Powering the System Off.............................40
Powering On the System Using the Service Processor..................41
Processor Subsystem Installation .........................41
Processor Subsystem Removal ..........................43
I/O Subsystems .................................45
I/O Subsystem Installation ............................45
I/O Subsystem Removal .............................46
Integrated Battery Feature (IBF) ...........................47
Integrated Battery Feature Installation ........................47
Integrated Battery Feature Removal.........................48
PCI Adapters ..................................49
Removing aPCI Adapter Cassette .........................50
Replacing an Adapter in aPCI Adapter Cassette ....................74
Short Adapter or Blank Filler Installation .......................78
Long Adapter Installation .............................95
Appendix A. Communications Statements ......................113
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement ..................113
European Union (EU) Statement ..........................113
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Statement.................113
United Kingdom Telecommunications Safety Requirements.................113
Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du Canada..........114
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement ..............114
VCCI Statement ................................114
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Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Statement -Taiwan ..................114
Radio Protection for Germany ...........................114
Appendix B. Environmental Notices ........................117
Product Recycling and Disposal...........................117
Environmental Design .............................. 121
Acoustical Noise Emissions ............................ 122
Declared Acoustical Noise Emissions......................... 122
Appendix C. Notices .............................. 123
Product Recycling and Disposal........................... 123
Battery Return Program.............................. 124
Appendix D. pSeries 655 Description and Overview .................. 125
Processor Subsystem Description .......................... 125
Front View ................................. 125
Rear View.................................. 126
Server Configurations .............................. 127
Typical Server Configuration ........................... 127
Maximum I/O Subsystem and Processor Subsystem Configuration ............. 128
Subsystem Placement Rules ........................... 130
System Cables ................................ 130
Multiple System Configurations ........................... 130
Appendix E. System Records ........................... 131
Identification Numbers .............................. 131
Location Codes for Server Configurations ....................... 132
Device Records ................................ 134
Processor Subsystem Memory .......................... 134
PCI Adapter Slots ............................... 135
Serial Ports ................................. 136
Ethernet Ports ................................ 137
RIO Ports .................................. 138
DASD Devices ................................. 139
Verify that All Hardware is Present.......................... 139
Appendix F. Securing the Rack .......................... 141
Position the Rack ................................ 141
Determine Your Next Step ............................. 141
Install the Ruggedized Frame Kit .......................... 142
Attach the Rack to aConcrete (Non-Raised) Floor .................... 144
Attach the Rack to aLow-Raised or High-Raised Floor .................. 146
Cutting and Placement of Floor Panels ....................... 146
Install Eyebolts and Frame ........................... 147
Install the Weight Distribution Plate ......................... 150
Install the Frame Ground Straps .......................... 152
Signal Integrity ................................ 152
Raised-Floor Environments ........................... 152
Non-Raised Floor Environments ......................... 154
Appendix G. Cabling Information ......................... 155
Power Cabling ................................. 155
Bulk Power Subsystem Connector Locations ..................... 155
Rack Configuration Drawer Assignments ...................... 155
Power Cable Part Numbers ........................... 156
RIO Cables .................................. 158
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HMC to Processor Subsystem Cables ........................ 158
I/O Subsystem Cabling .............................. 159
Example of I/O Cabling to Processor Subsystem (Not Looped) .............. 159
Example of I/O Cabling to Processor Subsystem (Looped) ................ 160
Appendix H. LAN and Switch Cable Installation and Management Procedures ........ 161
Cable Installation and Management ......................... 161
Procedure Concepts .............................. 161
Cable Installation Procedure, Initial Setup ...................... 162
Cable Installation Procedure, Nodes on the Left Side of the Frame............. 163
Cable Installation Procedure, Nodes on the Right Side of the Frame ............ 166
Appendix I. Removing and Installing the Rack Top Frame ................ 171
Required Tools ................................. 172
Remove the Covers ............................... 172
Side Cover Removal .............................. 173
Remove the Rack Top Frame for Clearance Through Doorways ............... 175
Prepare for Rack Top-Frame Installation for the Reduced-Height Option ............ 180
Install the Rack Top Frame ............................ 182
Replace Covers ................................ 187
Index .................................... 189
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Safety Notices
Adanger notice indicates the presence of ahazard that has the potential of causing death or serious
personal injury. Danger notices appear on the following pages:
vviii
v7
vix
v26
v125
Acaution notice indicates the presence of ahazard that has the potential of causing moderate or minor
personal injury. Caution notices appear on the following pages:
vviii
vx
v8
v14
v41
v43
v45
v46
v47
v48
v62
v74
v171
For atranslation of the safety notices contained in this book, see the System Unit Safety Information.
Rack Safety Instructions
vDo not install this unit in arack where the internal rack ambient temperatures will exceed 35 degrees C.
vDo not install this unit in arack where the airflow is compromised. Any side, front or back of the unit
used for air flow through the unit must not be in direct contact with the rack.
vCare should be taken to ensure that ahazardous condition is not created due to uneven mechanical
loading when installing this unit in arack. If the rack has astabilizer it must be firmly attached before
installing or removing this unit.
vConsideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit so that
overloading of circuits does not compromise the supply wiring or overcurrent protection. To provide the
correct power connection to the rack, refer to the rating labels located on the equipment in the rack to
determine the total power requirement for the supply circuit.
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.
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Electrical and Mechanical Safety
The following safety instructions appear throughout this document:
DANGER
An electrical outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardous voltage on 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.
Use one hand, when possible, to connect or disconnect signal cables to prevent apossible
shock from touching two surfaces with different electrical potentials.
During an electrical storm, do not connect cables for display stations, printers, telephones, or
station protectors for communications lines.
D06
CAUTION:
This unit weighs between 32 kg (70.5 pounds) and 55 kg (121.2 pounds). Three persons are
required to safely move it. Using less than three persons to move it can result in injury.
C05
CAUTION:
This product is equipped with afour-wire (three-phase and ground) power cable for the user’s
safety. Use this power cable with aproperly grounded electrical outlet to avoid electrical shock.
C27
DANGER
This system has redundant power supply capabilities, meaning that it has the ability to have two
power supplies running simultaneously in the same system unit. When instructed to disconnect
the power source, ensure that all power cables have been unplugged.
D07
DANGER
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect all power cables from the electrical outlet before
relocating the system.
D01
CAUTION:
This unit has more than one power supply cord. Follow procedures for removal of power from the
system when directed.
C28
CAUTION:
Energy hazard, remove power before servicing.
C22
CAUTION:
Energy hazard, remove all jewelry before servicing.
C29
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CAUTION:
Do not touch the receptacle or the receptacle faceplate with anything other than your test probes
before you have met the requirements in step 8.
C02
CAUTION:
If the reading is other than infinity, do not proceed! Have the customer make necessary wiring
connections before continuing. Do not turn on the branch circuit CB until all the above steps are
satisfactorily completed.
C03
DANGER
During an electrical storm, do not connect cables for display stations, printers, telephones, or
station protectors for communications lines.
D12
CAUTION:
This unit weighs between 18 kg (39.7 pounds) and 32 kg (70.5 pounds). Two persons are required
to safely move it. Using less than two persons to move it can result in injury.
C04
CAUTION:
Metal edges might be sharp.
C38
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Laser Safety Information
CAUTION:
This product may contain aCD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or laser module on aPCI card, which are class 1
laser products.
C30
Laser Compliance
All Lasers are certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS21 CFR Subchapter Jfor class
1laser products. Outside the U.S., they are certified to be in compliance with the IEC 60825 as aclass 1
laser product. Consult the label on each part for laser certification numbers and/or approval information.
CAUTION:
All IBM laser modules are designed so that there is never any human access to laser radiation
above aclass 1level during normal operation, user maintenance, or prescribed service conditions.
Data processing environments can contain equipment transmitting on system links with laser
modules that operate at greater than class 1power levels. For this reason, never look into the end
of an optical fiber cable or open receptacle. Only trained service personnel should perform the
inspection or repair of optical fiber cable assemblies and receptacles.
C25, C26
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Data Integrity and Verification
IBM computer systems contain mechanisms designed to reduce the possibility of undetected data corruption
or loss. This risk, however, cannot be eliminated. Users who experience unplanned outages, system failures,
power fluctuations or outages, or component failures must verify the accuracy of operations performed and
data saved or transmitted by the system at or near the time of the outage or failure. In addition, users must
establish procedures to ensure that there is independent data verification before relying on such data in
sensitive or critical operations. Users should periodically check the IBM support websites for updated
information and fixes applicable to the system and related software.
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About This Book
This book provides information about how to set up and cable the system, and how to install and remove:
vProcessors
vI/O subsystems
vIntegrated battery feature (IBF) units
vPCI adapters
ISO 9000
ISO 9000 registered quality systems were used in the development and manufacturing of this product.
Highlighting
The following highlighting conventions are used in this book:
Bold Identifies commands, subroutines, keywords, files, structures, directories, and other items
whose names are predefined by the system. Also identifies graphical objects such as buttons,
labels, and icons that the user selects.
Italics Identifies parameters whose actual names or values are to be supplied by the user.
Monospace Identifies examples of specific data values, examples of text similar to what you might see
displayed, examples of portions of program code similar to what you might write as a
programmer, messages from the system, or information you should actually type.
Accessing Information
IBM Eserver pSeries hardware publications are available online. To access the online hardware
publications, see the IBM Eserver pSeries and AIX Information Center at
http://publib16.boulder.ibm.com/pseries/index.htm. Click hardware documentation
Documentation for the AIX operating system is available at the IBM Eserver pSeries and AIX Information
Center at http://publib16.boulder.ibm.com/pseries/index.htm. Click AIX documentation.The AIX
Documentation CD contains the base set of publications for the operating system, including
system-management and end-user documentation.
References to AIX Operating System
This document may contain references to the AIX operating system. If you are using another operating
system, consult the appropriate documentation for that operating system.
This document may describe hardware features and functions. While the hardware supports them, the
realization of these features and functions depends upon support from the operating system. AIX provides
this support. If you are using another operating system, consult the appropriate documentation for that
operating system regarding support for those features and functions.
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Related Publications
The following publications provide related information:
vThe System Unit Safety Information,order number SA23-2652, contains translations of safety
information used throughout this book.
vThe IBM Hardware Management Console for pSeries Installation and Operations Guide,order number
SA38-0590, provides information to system administrators on how to install and use aHardware
Management Console (HMC) to manage asystem.
vThe IBM Hardware Management Console for pSeries Maintenance Guide,order number SA38-0603,
provides information to the service representative for repairing the HMC.
vThe Eserver pSeries 655 Service Guide,order number SA38-0618, contains reference information,
maintenance analysis procedures (MAPs), error codes, removal and replacement procedures, and a
parts catalog.
vThe Eserver pSeries 655 User’s Guide,order number SA38-0617, contains information about how to
use the system, use diagnostics, use service aids, and verify system operations.
vThe RS/6000 and Eserver Diagnostic Information for Multiple Bus Systems,order number SA38-0509,
contains diagnostic information, service request numbers (SRNs), and failing function codes (FFCs).
vThe RS/6000 and Eserver Adapters, Devices and Cable Information for Multiple Bus Systems,order
number SA38-0516, contains information about adapters, devices, and cables for your server. This
manual is intended to supplement the service information found in the Diagnostic Information for
Multiple Bus Systems.
vThe PCI Adapter Placement Reference,order number SA38-0538, contains information regarding slot
restrictions for adapters that can be used in this system.
vThe Site and Hardware Planning Information,order number SA38-0508, contains information to help
you plan your installation.
vThe 61D and 61R Upgrade Installation Guide,order number SA23-1281, contains information about
how to install additional I/O drawers in arack.
vThe AIX Installation Guide and Reference,order number SC23-4389, describes how to install the
operating system, to use anetwork server, and to install the operating system and run diagnostics on
systems connected to anetwork.
vThe AIX Installation in aPartitioned Environment,order number SC23-4390, provides information about
installing AIX in apartitioned environment.
vThe Eserver Cluster 1600 Hardware Planning, Installation, and Service Guide,order number
GA22-7863, provides information for planning, installation, and service for clustered system
environments.
Trademarks
The following terms are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States,
other countries, or both:
vAIX
vAIX 5L
vESCON
vEserver
vIBM
vpSeries
vRS/6000
Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.
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Chapter 1. Reference Materials
Note: This document may contain references to the AIX operating system. If you are using another
operating system, consult the appropriate documentation for that operating system.
This document may describe hardware features and functions. While the hardware supports them,
the implementation of these features and functions depends on support from the operating system.
AIX provides this support. If you are using another operating system, consult the appropriate
documentation for that operating system regarding support for those features and functions.
This chapter helps you get started with installing and configuring the Eserver pSeries environment. The
following information is included in the chapter:
vEserver pSeries Roadmap
vDocumentation Overview -Brief description of the printed and softcopy documentation shipped including
targeted audience
The Eserver pSeries Roadmap helps you locate marketing, service, and customer task information. The
roadmap guides you through the tasks and the publications that document those tasks.
1

Hardware Installation Guide
Hardware Management Console
Installation and Operations Guide
AIX Installation in a Partitioned Environment
Application Documentation
Application Documentation
AIX Documentation Library
AIX Documentation Library
Hardware User's Guide
AIX Installation in a
Partitioned Environment
AIX Installation Guide
and Reference
Operating System Installation:
Getting Started
Installing/Configuring
Applications
Installing/Configuring
the Operating System
Installing/Configuring
the Operating System
Configuring Full
System Partition
Is System
Using
Partitions
?
Configuring
Partitions
Customer Tasks
Installer Tasks
Marketing and Customer Tasks
Using the System
Planning
Managed
by HMC
?
Begin Site and Hardware Planning Information
Hardware Management Console
Installation and Operations Guide
Site and Hardware Planning Information
Hardware
Installation
Hardware
Installation
Planning
Yes
Yes
No
No
Planning for Partitioned-System Operations
Planning for
Partitioned-System Operations
The publications listed in this section are available online. To access the online books, visit our IBM
Eserver pSeries Information Center at http://publib16.boulder.ibm.com/pseries/index.htm.
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Documentation Overview
This section provides descriptions and target audience information for the Eserver pSeries and AIX 5L
documentation libraries. Some of the documentation may only be available in softcopy form. Based on the
documentation content, the books are divided into the following categories: Planning,Installing and
Configuring,and Using the System.
Table 1. Planning
Documentation Title Description Audience Type
Site and Hardware Planning
Information
Contains information to help plan for site
preparation tasks, such as floor-planning,
electrical needs, air conditioning, and other
site-planning considerations.
Marketing, system
administrators
softcopy
Planning for Partitioned-System
Operations
Describes planning considerations for
partitioned systems, including information on
dynamic partitioning and Capacity Upgrade on
Demand.
System
administrators
printed and
softcopy
Hardware Management
Console for pSeries Installation
and Operations Guide
Provides information on how to install,
configure, and use aHardware Management
Console (HMC). Logical partition (LPAR) tasks,
such as configuring and managing partitions on
multiple host servers, are included.
System
administrators
printed and
softcopy
Chapter 1. Reference Materials 3

Table 2. Installing and Configuring
Documentation Title Description Audience Type
Hardware Installation Guide Provides information on how to install system
hardware, cable the system, and verify
operations.
System installer printed and
softcopy
Planning for Partitioned-System
Operations
Describes planning considerations for
partitioned systems, including information on
dynamic partitioning and Capacity Upgrade on
Demand.
System
administrators
printed and
softcopy
Hardware Management
Console for pSeries Installation
and Operations Guide
Provides information on how to install,
configure, and use aHardware Management
Console (HMC). Logical partition (LPAR) tasks,
such as configuring and managing partitions on
multiple host servers, are included.
System
administrators
printed and
softcopy
AIX Installation in aPartitioned
Environment
Provides information on how to install the AIX
operating system in an LPAR environment.
System
administrators
printed and
softcopy
AIX Operating System
Installation: Getting Started
Provides information on how to install and
configure the AIX operating system on a
standalone system using aCD-ROM device.
System
administrators
printed and
softcopy
AIX 5L Installation Guide and
Reference
Provides information on installing the AIX 5L
operating system on standalone systems, as
well as on client systems using the Network
Installation Management (NIM) interface.
System
administrators
printed and
softcopy
PCI Adapter Placement
Reference
Outlines system-specific PCI adapter slot
placement and adapter support configurations.
System
administrators,
service personnel
softcopy
AIX 5L Release Notes Provides late-breaking information for aspecific
AIX release.
System
administrators
printed and
softcopy
AIX 5L Documentation CD AIX documentation library (system
management guides, user guides, application
programmer guides, commands and files
references, AIX man pages, and so on).
System
administrators
softcopy
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