IBM System p Series User manual

System iand System p
Cabling your server
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System iand System p
Cabling your server
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Note
Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in “Notices,” on
page 179 and the manual IBM Systems Safety Information,G229-9054.
Tenth Edition (August 2006)
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with IBM Corp.

Contents
Cabling your server..........1
Select by model .............2
Serial uninterruptible power supply conversion
cable ................ 162
References .............. 163
Back views of amodel 9405-520 or 9406-520 .. 166
Back view of amodel 7037-A50 server .... 168
Back view of amodel 9110-51A server .... 169
Back view of amodel 9115-505 ...... 169
Back views of amodel 9131-52A server.... 170
Back views of amodel 9133-55A server.... 171
Back view of a7047-185 workstation .... 171
Back views of amodel 9111-285 workstation .. 172
Back view of amodel 9110-510 server .... 173
Back views of amodel 9111-520 server .... 174
Back views of amodel 9113-550 server .... 176
Back view of the OpenPower 710 server ... 176
Back views of the OpenPower 720 server ... 176
Cabling the Thin Console for System i5 .... 177
Appendix. Notices ......... 179
Trademarks .............. 180
Regulatory notices............ 181
Class ANotices............ 181
Class BNotices............ 183
Terms and conditions........... 185
Product recycling and disposal ....... 185
Battery return program .......... 186
IBM Cryptographic Coprocessor Card Return
Program ............... 186
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Cabling your server
Learn how to cable your server or workstation.
If you are installing anew server and have not created acustomized setup checklist, see Creating a
customized initial server setup checklist. The initial server setup checklist provides an end-to-end setup
checklist for you to use throughout the entire initial server setup of your server. The checklist is intended
to ensure that the system is capable of starting and that it is functional before you perform more complex
and custom configurations. For more information, see Initial server setup.
To learn more about the consoles available for your server, see the following descriptions. Then, for more
information, see Planning for consoles, interfaces, and terminals.
Advanced System Management Interface
The Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) is the interface to the service processor that
allows you to perform general and administrator-level service tasks such as reading service
processor error logs, reading vital product data, setting up the service processor, and controlling
the system power. The ASMI may also be referred to as the service processor menus. Set up
access to the ASMI if you plan to manage the IBM®AIX®,Linux®,or i5/OS®operating systems
without an HMC.
Hardware Management Console
The Hardware Management Console (HMC) is adedicated workstation that runs integrated
system management software. The HMC manages hardware tasks and configures logical
partitions on managed systems. It also acts as afocal point for hardware detection and reporting.
Operations Console (for IBM System i5™and eServer™i5 models only)
Operations Console allows you to use one or more PCs to access and control, either remotely or
locally, the server console and control panel functions. Set up Operations Console if you plan to
manage the i5/OS operating system in apartitioned environment or if you plan to manage a
server with the i5/OS operating system in anonpartitioned environment. If you plan to manage
aserver with i5/OS in anonpartitioned environment, you must also set up access to the ASMI to
communicate with the service processor.
Twinaxial Console (for IBM System i5 and eServer i5 models only)
The twinaxial console uses abasic command-line interface to access and manage the server, and it
does not require the use of aPC to act as aconsole. Set up the twinaxial console if you plan to
manage the i5/OS operating system in apartitioned environment or if you plan to manage a
server with the i5/OS operating system in anonpartitioned environment. If you plan to manage
aserver with i5/OS in anonpartitioned environment, you must also set up access to the ASMI to
communicate with the service processor.
Thin Console for System i5™(for IBM System i5 and eServer i5 models only)
The Thin Console provides a5250 emulation session as aconsole for an i5/OS logical partition
only for select models that are not managed by aHardware Management Console (HMC).
Additional hardware support is not required because it connects to the model directly using one
of the HMC ports and is configured in i5/OS as an HMC using all virtual resources. This console
device is not supported on an Ethernet network even if the model is already connected. Acable
must connect this device directly to the HMC port (either HMC1 or HMC2) on the server, and no
other console device can be attached to the remaining HMC port. This console device is
supported on the following IBM System i5 and eServer i5 models: 9405-520, 9406-520, and
9406-550.
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Select by model
Select the model that you want to cable.
IBM System i5 and IBM eServer i5 models
v9405-520
v9406-520
v9406-550
v9406-570
v9406-595
IBM System p5™and IBM eServer p5 servers
v7037-A50
v9110-51A
v9110-510
v9111-520
v9113-550
v9115-505
v9116-561
v9117-570
v9118-575
v9119-590
v9119-595
v9131-52A
v9133-55A
IBM IntelliStation®POWER™servers
v7047-185
v9111-285
IBM eServer OpenPower™servers
vOpenPower 710
vOpenPower 720
Cabling your model 9406-520 with aconsole
For agraphical representation of the slots and connectors that are referred to in this topic, see the back
views of the model.
Cabling amodel 9406-520 and an ASMI console
Complete the following tasks to cable your server:
Before you begin
__ If you have hardware features that are not installed, install them now. See Installing features and replacing parts
for instructions.
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Connecting the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI)
__ If you plan to connect aPC (with abrowser) to the server to access the ASMI, see Accessing the ASMI using a
Web browser for instructions.
__ If you plan to access the ASMI using the ASCII terminal, see Accessing the ASMI using an ASCII console for
instructions.
Cabling the expansion units
__ Do you have an expansion unit?
vYes. For instructions on how to set up your expansion unit, click the following link. Do not plug the
expansion-unit power cord into the power outlet, as directed by the following link, until later in the checklist.
Expansion units
vNo. Proceed to the next section, Connecting the external cables.
Connecting the external cables
__ If you are using any optional adapters (such as token ring or 8-port EIA-232), connect the cables to the
appropriate adapter connectors in the PCI slots of your machine.
Use the table in “Cables and adapters” on page 163 to connect the cables to the matching adapters on the back
of your server. Not all adapters are shown.
Note: If the cable did not come with your server, you will have to supply it.
Attaching devices using the system ports
__ If you have an IBM System p5 or eServer p5 server and want to access the ASMI when the system is in standby,
attach an ASCII terminal to asystem port on the back of the server. For views of the back of each server, see
References.
__ If you have an IBM System p5 or eServer p5 server and want to access the ASMI remotely when the system is in
standby, attach amodem to asystem port on the back of the server. For views of the back of each server, see
References.
__ If you have an IBM System p5 or eServer p5 server and are connecting it to an uninterruptible power supply,
refer to the documentation that is included with your uninterruptible power supply. You might need additional
hardware.
__ If you have an IBM System i5 or eServer i5 server and are connecting it to an uninterruptible power supply, the
serial uninterruptible power supply conversion cable is required. See “Serial uninterruptible power supply
conversion cable” on page 162 for instructions.
Notes:
1. For the IBM System p5 or eServer p5 servers, any other application that uses asystem port requires asystem port
adapter to be installed in aPCI slot.
2. The attachment of high availability cluster multiprocessing IBM (HACMP™)cables to the system ports on the
back of the server is not supported.
Connecting the power cords
__ Power cords should be routed through the retention rings or under the retention brackets that are provided to
prevent the power cords from becoming unplugged unexpectedly.
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Connecting the power cords
__ If your server is equipped with aretention ring, route the power cord through the ring before you plug it
into the back of the server. See the following figure as an example:
__ If your server is equipped with aretention bracket, route the power cord under the bracket before you
plug it into the back of the server. See the following figure as an example:
__ Plug the power cords into the system, display, and attached devices.
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Routing the cables through the cable-management arm
__ Is your server installed in arack?
vNo. Proceed to the next section, Starting your server.
vYes. Do the following:
__ Put the system into the service position.
vFor the models 510 and 510Q, see Place the model 9110-510 or OpenPower 710 in the service position.
vFor the models 520, 520Q, 550, 550Q, 560Q, and 570, see Place the rack-mounted system or expansion
unit in the service position.
__ Route the cables through the hooks along the cable-management arm and secure them with the straps
provided.
__ After attaching the cables to the cable-management arm, go to the front of the rack and move the system
drawer in and out. Observe cables and cable-management-arm movement to verify that the cables are not
binding.
Starting your server
__ Power the system on (see Powering the system on and off).
Note: Expect adelay between the time when power is applied to the server or workstation and when an initial
program load (IPL) can be performed. When power is initially applied to the server or workstation, the service
processor performs aself-check and will leave the control panel blank for up to two minutes. Wait until the C1XX
XXXX progress codes are completed and 01 is displayed on the control panel before you perform an IPL or
change control panel functions.
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After you finish
__ Did you receive acable hook with your rack shipment?
vNo. Proceed to the next item.
vYes. The cable hook can help manage the server cables in the back of the rack. To install the cable hook, slide
it into the slots located on the back of the rack as shown in the following figure:
__ Return to your initial server setup checklist and complete the next step.
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Cabling amodel 9406-520 and aHardware Management Console (HMC)
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 ashock 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 aproperly 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)
Complete the following tasks to cable your server:
Before you begin
__ If you have hardware features that are not installed, install them now. See Installing features and replacing parts
for instructions.
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Cabling the expansion units
__ Do you have an expansion unit?
vYes. For instructions on how to set up your expansion unit, click the following link. Do not plug the
expansion-unit power cord into the power outlet, as directed by the following link, until later in the checklist.
Expansion units
vNo. Proceed to the next section, Connecting the external cables.
Connecting the external cables
__ If you are using any optional adapters (such as token ring or 8-port EIA-232), connect the cables to the
appropriate adapter connectors in the PCI slots of your machine.
Use the table in “Cables and adapters” on page 163 to connect the cables to the matching adapters on the back
of your server. Not all adapters are shown.
Note: If the cable did not come with your server, you will have to supply it.
Attaching devices using the system ports
__ If you have an IBM System p5 or eServer p5 server, the system ports on the back of the server are disabled
when your server is connected to an HMC.
__ If you have an IBM System i5 or eServer i5 server and are connecting it to an uninterruptible power supply, the
serial uninterruptible power supply conversion cable is required. See “Serial uninterruptible power supply
conversion cable” on page 162 for instructions. Do not plug the uninterruptible-power-supply power cord into
the outlet, and do not start your server.
Note: The attachment of high availability cluster multiprocessing IBM (HACMP) cables to the system ports on the
back of the server is not supported.
Connecting the power cords
__ Power cords should be routed through the retention rings or under the retention brackets that are provided to
prevent the power cords from becoming unplugged unexpectedly.
__ If your server is equipped with aretention ring, route the power cord through the ring before you plug it
into the back of the server. See the following figure as an example:
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Connecting the power cords
__ If your server is equipped with aretention bracket, route the power cord under the bracket before you
plug it into the back of the server. See the following figure as an example:
__ Plug the power cords into the system, display, and attached devices. Do not connect the power cords to a
power source until instructed to do so.
Note: If you connect your server to apower source before the HMC is configured as the DHCP server, the
server will initialize using the default IP address values (HMC1 as 192.168.2.147 and HMC2 as 192.168.3.147)
instead of waiting for an address value from the HMC. If you inadvertently connect your server to apower
source, the IP address value will be corrected in the HMC configuration portion of the installation.
Connecting the Hardware Management Console cables
__ Cable the HMC (see Cabling the HMC).
Routing the cables through the cable-management arm
__ Is your server installed in arack?
vNo. Proceed to the next section, After you finish.
vYes. Do the following:
__ Put the system into the service position.
vFor the models 510 and 510Q, see Place the model 9110-510 or OpenPower 710 in the service position.
vFor the models 520, 520Q, 550, 550Q, 560Q, and 570, see Place the rack-mounted system or expansion
unit in the service position.
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Routing the cables through the cable-management arm
__ Route the cables through the hooks along the cable-management arm and secure them with the straps
provided.
__ After attaching the cables to the cable-management arm, go to the front of the rack and move the system
drawer in and out. Observe cables and cable-management-arm movement to verify that the cables are not
binding.
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After you finish
__ Did you receive acable hook with your rack shipment?
vNo. Proceed to the next item.
vYes. The cable hook can help manage the server cables in the back of the rack. To install the cable hook, slide
it into the slots located on the back of the rack as shown in the following figure:
__ Return to your initial server setup checklist and complete the next step.
Cabling the Operations Console attachment for model 9406-520
Learn how to connect the Operations Console, power cords, external cables, and the optional electronic
customer support cable, cable the expansion units, attach devices, install the PCI Cryptographic
Coprocessor card, and route the cables.
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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 ashock 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 aproperly 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)
To cable your server:
Connecting the Operations Console. Choose from the options below.
__ Option 1: To connect the Operations Console cable (directly attached):
__ Shut down and unplug the PC that will serve as the system console.
__ Locate the Operations Console cable (part number 97H7557). Connect the Operations Console cable to the
corresponding connector on the 2793 or 2794 adapter in the appropriate position on the back of the server.
vPosition C3 for the model 520
vPosition C2 for the models 550 and 570
__ Connect the other end of the Operations Console cable to the first or only system port, which is located on
the back of the PC that is being used as the console.
__ Option 2: To connect the Ethernet cable (on anetwork (LAN)):
__ Shut down and unplug the PC that will serve as the system console.
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Connecting the Operations Console. Choose from the options below.
__ Connect an Ethernet or token-ring cable from the PC that will serve as the system console to your local
network. Connect another network cable from the same local network to the first embedded Ethernet port
(P1-T5) or the adapter card in the appropriate position on the back of the server.
vPosition C5 or C2 for the model 520
vPosition C4 for the model 550
vPosition C4 or C6 for the model 570
Connecting the electronic customer support cable (optional)
Electronic customer support helps automate management of your server and streamline your support. Use the
IBM eServer Technical Support Advantage information that is included with your server to learn about
electronic customer support or see the Support for iSeries™family Web site (www-1.ibm.com/servers/eserver/
support/iseries/index.html). You can configure electronic customer support by using the iSeries Setup and
Operations CD that came with your server. For more information, see Service and support.
__ Connect atelephone cable to the RJ11 connector of the adapter in the appropriate position.
vPosition C3 for the model 520
vPosition C2 for the models 550 and 570
__ Connect the other end of the telephone cable to an analog telephone jack.
Cabling the expansion units
__ Do you have an expansion unit?
vYes. To set up your expansion unit, see Expansion units.
Note: Do not plug the expansion-unit power cord into the power outlet, as directed by the directions in
Expansion units, until later in this checklist
vNo. Proceed to the next section, Attaching devices using the system ports.
Attaching devices by using the system ports
__ If you have an IBM System i5 or eServer i5 server and are connecting it to an uninterruptible power supply, the
serial uninterruptible power supply conversion cable is required. See “Serial uninterruptible power supply
conversion cable” on page 162 for instructions. Do not plug the uninterruptible-power-supply power cord into
the outlet and do not start your server.
Note: The attachment of high availability cluster multiprocessing (HACMP) cables to the system ports on the back of
the server is not supported.
Installing the PCI Cryptographic Coprocessor card
__ Do you have aPCI Cryptographic Coprocessor card?
vYes. Install it now using the PCI-X Cryptographic Coprocessor instructions. This card was shipped in a
separate box. Return here after the card is installed.
vNo. Proceed to the next section, Connecting the power cords.
Connecting the power cords
__ You should route the power cords through the retention rings or under the retention brackets that are provided
to prevent the power cords from becoming unplugged unexpectedly.
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Connecting the power cords
__ If your server is equipped with aretention ring, route the power cord through the ring before you plug
it into the back of the server, as shown here:
__ If your server is equipped with aretention bracket, route the power cord under the bracket before you
plug it into the back of the server, as shown here:
__ Are you installing an uninterruptible power supply?
__ No. Connect the server power cords to the server. Do not plug the power cord into the power outlet. Do
not start your server.
__ Yes. To complete the installation of the uninterruptible power supply, see the Powerware Web site
(www.oem.powerware.com/ibm-ups/Products/9910Solutions/ina.asp) .
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