IBM System x3650 M3 4255 User manual

System x3650 M3 Types 4255, 7945, and 7949
Installation and User’s Guide
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System x3650 M3 Types 4255, 7945, and 7949
Installation and User’s Guide
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Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 163,
the IBM Safety Information and IBM Environmental Notices and User's Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD, and the
IBM Warranty Information document that comes with your server.
Tenth Edition (September 2012)
© Copyright IBM Corporation 2012.
US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract
with IBM Corp.

Contents
Safety ............................vii
Chapter 1. The System x3650 M3 server ...............1
The IBM Documentation CD ....................3
Hardware and software requirements ................3
Using the Documentation Browser .................3
Related documentation ......................4
Notices and statements in this document................6
Features and specifications.....................6
What your server offers ......................8
Reliability, availability, and serviceability features ............11
IBM Systems Director ......................12
The UpdateXpress System Pack Installer ...............13
Server controls, LEDs, and power ..................13
Front view .........................14
Rear view ..........................17
Server power features .....................21
Chapter 2. Installing optional devices................25
Instructions for IBM Business Partners ................25
Server components .......................26
System-board internal connectors .................28
System-board external connectors.................29
System-board switches and jumpers ................30
System-board LEDs ......................33
System-board optional device connectors ..............34
SAS riser-card connectors and LEDs................35
PCI riser-card adapter connectors .................36
PCI riser-card assembly LEDs ..................36
Installation guidelines ......................37
System reliability guidelines ...................38
Working inside the server with the power on .............38
Handling static-sensitive devices .................39
Internal cable routing and connectors ................40
Removing the cover .......................45
Removing a PCI riser-card assembly .................46
Installing a PCI riser-card assembly .................47
Removing the microprocessor 2 air baffle ...............48
Installing the microprocessor 2 air baffle ...............49
Removing the DIMM air baffle ...................50
Installing the DIMM air baffle ....................51
Installing the full-length-adapter bracket ................52
Storing the full-length-adapter bracket ................52
Installing a PCI adapter......................53
Removing a PCI adapter .....................57
Installing an IBM Virtual Media Key .................58
Installing a hard disk drive.....................59
Removing a hard disk drive ....................60
Installing a simple-swap hard disk drive ................60
Removing a simple-swap hard disk drive ...............62
Installing a SAS/SATA 4 Pac HDD upgrade option ............62
Installing a SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD option ...............68
Installing a SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD for 2 RAID kit with 2 M5015 adapters option 79
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Installing an optional tape drive ...................89
Converting a 16 bay system to a 8 bay + tape system .........90
Installing the tape drive option ..................92
Installing a second microprocessor .................97
Thermal grease .......................103
Installing a memory module....................104
DIMM installation sequence...................106
Memory mirroring ......................107
Online-spare memory .....................109
Installing a DIMM ......................110
Installing a hot-swap ac power supply ................112
Removing a hot-swap fan ....................115
Installing a hot-swap fan .....................116
Removing the SAS riser-card and controller assembly ..........117
Installing the SAS riser-card and controller assembly ..........118
Removing a ServeRAID SAS controller from the SAS riser-card ......121
Installing a ServeRAID SAS controller on the SAS riser-card .......123
Installing an optional ServeRAID adapter advanced feature key ......124
Installing a ServeRAID SAS controller battery on the remote battery tray . . . 126
Moving the SAS controller retention bracket ..............131
Installing a USB hypervisor memory key ...............133
Removing a USB hypervisor memory key ..............134
Installing the optional two-port Ethernet adapter ............135
Installing an optional DVD drive ..................138
Completing the installation ....................139
Replacing the server cover ...................140
Connecting the external cables .................141
Updating the server configuration.................142
Chapter 3. Configuring the server.................143
Using the Setup utility ......................144
Starting the Setup utility ....................145
Setup utility menu choices ...................145
Passwords .........................148
Using the Boot Selection Menu program ...............149
Starting the backup server firmware.................150
Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD............150
ServerGuide features .....................150
Setup and configuration overview ................151
Typical operating-system installation ...............151
Installing your operating system without using ServerGuide .......152
Using the integrated management module ..............152
Using the USB memory key for VMware hypervisor ...........153
Using the remote presence capability and blue-screen capture .......154
Enabling the remote presence feature ...............155
Obtaining the IP address for the Web interface access .........155
Logging on to the Web interface .................155
Enabling the Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Utility program .........156
Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controller ..............156
Using the LSI Configuration Utility program ..............157
Starting the LSI Configuration Utility program ............157
Formatting a hard disk drive ..................158
Creating a RAID array of hard disk drives .............158
IBM Advanced Settings Utility program................159
Updating IBM Systems Director ..................159
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Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance ..........161
Before you call ........................161
Using the documentation.....................161
Getting help and information from the World Wide Web .........161
Software service and support ...................162
Hardware service and support ...................162
IBM Taiwan product service....................162
Appendix B. Notices ......................163
Trademarks..........................163
Important notes ........................164
Particulate contamination.....................165
Documentation format ......................165
Telecommunication regulatory statement ...............166
Electronic emission notices ....................166
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement ........166
Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement ........166
Avis de conformité à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada .......166
Australia and New Zealand Class A statement ............166
European Union EMC Directive conformance statement ........167
Germany Class A statement ..................167
Japan VCCI Class A statement .................168
Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA)
statement ........................168
Korea Communications Commission (KCC) statement .........168
Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class A statement ......169
People's Republic of China Class A electronic emission statement ....169
Taiwan Class A compliance statement ...............169
Index ............................171
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Safety
Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.
Pred instalací tohoto 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.
Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad.
Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.
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Important:
Each caution and danger statement in this document is labeled with a number. This
number is used to cross reference an English-language caution or danger
statement with translated versions of the caution or danger statement in the Safety
Information document.
For example, if a caution statement is labeled “Statement 1,” translations for that
caution statement are in the Safety Information document under “Statement 1.”
Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this document before you
perform the procedures. Read any additional safety information that comes with the
server or optional device before you install the device.
Attention: Use No. 26 AWG or larger UL-listed or CSA certified
telecommunication line cord.
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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.
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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
`
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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.
Statement 12:
CAUTION:
The following label indicates a hot surface nearby.
Statement 26:
CAUTION:
Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted devices.
This server is suitable for use on an IT power-distribution system whose maximum
phase-to-phase voltage is 240 V under any distribution fault condition.
Important: This product is not suitable for use with visual display workplace
devices according to Clause 2 of the German Ordinance for Work with Visual
Display Units.
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Chapter 1. The System x3650 M3 server
This Installation and User's Guide contains instructions for setting up your IBM®
System x3650 M3 Types 4255, 7945, or 7949 server, instructions for installing
optional devices, and instructions for starting and configuring the server. For
diagnostic and troubleshooting information, see the Problem Determination and
Service Guide that is on the IBM Documentation CD.
The IBM System x3650 M3 Types 4255, 7945, or 7949 server is a 2-U1-high server
that is ideally suited for networking environments that require superior
microprocessor performance, efficient memory management, and flexibility.
Performance, ease of use, reliability, and expansion capabilities were key
considerations in the design of the server. These design features make it possible
for you to customize the system hardware to meet your needs today and provide
flexible expansion capabilities for the future.
The server comes with a limited warranty. For information about the terms of the
warranty and getting service and assistance, see the Warranty Information
document on the IBM Documentation CD.
The server contains IBM Enterprise X-Architecture®technologies, which help
increase performance and reliability. For more information, see “What your server
offers” on page 8 and “Reliability, availability, and serviceability features” on page
11.
You can obtain up-to-date information about the server and other IBM server
products at http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/. At http://www.ibm.com/support/
mysupport/, you can create a personalized support page by identifying IBM
products that are of interest to you. From this personalized page, you can subscribe
to weekly e-mail notifications about new technical documents, search for information
and downloads, and access various administrative services.
If you participate in the IBM client reference program, you can share information
about your use of technology, best practices, and innovative solutions; build a
professional network; and gain visibility for your business. For more information
about the IBM client reference program, see http://www.ibm.com/ibm/
clientreference/.
The server comes with eight 2.5-inch SAS hot-swap hard disk drive bays. Most
models contain a ServeRAID SAS controller and are capable of expansion to
sixteen 2.5-inch SAS hot-swap hard disk drive bays.
1. Racks are measured in vertical increments of 1.75 inches each. Each increment is called a “U”. A 1-U-high device is 1.75 inches
tall.
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The following illustration shows a server with eight SAS hard disk drive bays.
You can purchase an optional kit to install the tape drive.
SAS hard disk
drive bays
01234567
You can purchase an optional kit to install the eight additional SAS hard disk drive
bays.
SAS hard disk
drive bays
012345678 9 10 1112131415
The SAS ID for each bay is printed on the server front, above each bay.
If firmware and documentation updates are available, you can download them from
the IBM Web site. The server might have features that are not described in the
documentation that comes with the server, and the documentation might be updated
occasionally to include information about those features, or technical updates might
be available to provide additional information that is not included in the server
documentation. To check for updates, complete the following steps.
Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. Procedures for locating
firmware and documentation might vary slightly from what is described in this
document.
1. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/.
2. Under Product support, click System x.
3. Under Popular links, click Software and device drivers for firmware updates,
or click Publications lookup for documentation updates.
Record information about the server in the following table.
Product name IBM System x3650 M3 server
Machine type 4255, 7945, or 7949
Model number _____________________________________________
Serial number _____________________________________________
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The model number and serial number are on the ID label on the bezel, as shown in
the following illustration.
Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.
ID label
You can download an IBM ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD to help you
configure the hardware, install device drivers, and install the operating system. For
more information, see “Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD” on page
150.
For a list of supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/
servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/.
See the Rack Installation Instructions document on the IBM Documentation CD for
complete rack installation and removal instructions.
The IBM Documentation CD
The IBM Documentation CD contains documentation for your server in Portable
Document Format (PDF) and includes the IBM Documentation Browser to help you
find information quickly.
Hardware and software requirements
The IBM Documentation CD requires the following minimum hardware and
software:
vMicrosoft Windows XP, Windows 2000, or Red Hat Linux
v100 MHz microprocessor
v32 MB of RAM
vAdobe Acrobat Reader 3.0 (or later) or xpdf, which comes with Linux operating
systems
Using the Documentation Browser
Use the Documentation Browser to browse the contents of the CD, read brief
descriptions of the documents, and view documents, using Adobe Acrobat Reader
or xpdf. The Documentation Browser automatically detects the regional settings in
use in your server and displays the documents in the language for that region (if
available). If a document is not available in the language for that region, the
English-language version is displayed.
Use one of the following procedures to start the Documentation Browser:
vIf Autostart is enabled, insert the CD into the CD or DVD drive. The
Documentation Browser starts automatically.
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vIf Autostart is disabled or is not enabled for all users, use one of the following
procedures:
– If you are using a Windows operating system, insert the CD into the CD or
DVD drive and click Start --> Run.IntheOpen field, type
e:\win32.bat
where eis the drive letter of the CD or DVD drive, and click OK.
– If you are using Red Hat Linux, insert the CD into the CD or DVD drive; then,
run the following command from the /mnt/cdrom directory:
sh runlinux.sh
Select your server from the Product menu. The Available Topics list displays all
the documents for your server. Some documents might be in folders. A plus sign (+)
indicates each folder or document that has additional documents under it. Click the
plus sign to display the additional documents.
When you select a document, a description of the document appears under Topic
Description. To select more than one document, press and hold the Ctrl key while
you select the documents. Click View Book to view the selected document or
documents in Acrobat Reader or xpdf. If you selected more than one document, all
the selected documents are opened in Acrobat Reader or xpdf.
To search all the documents, type a word or word string in the Search field and
click Search. The documents in which the word or word string appears are listed in
order of the most occurrences. Click a document to view it, and press Crtl+F to use
the Acrobat search function, or press Alt+F to use the xpdf search function within
the document.
Click Help for detailed information about using the Documentation Browser.
Related documentation
This Installation and User’s Guide contains general information about the server,
including how to set up the server, how to install supported optional devices, and
how to configure the server. The following documentation also comes with the
server:
vWarranty Information
This printed document contains information about the terms of the warranty.
vSafety Information
This document is in PDF on the IBM Documentation CD. It contains translated
caution and danger statements. Each caution and danger statement that appears
in the documentation has a number that you can use to locate the corresponding
statement in your language in the Safety Information document.
vRack Installation Instructions
This printed document contains instructions for installing the server in a rack.
vProblem Determination and Service Guide
This document is in PDF on the IBM Documentation CD. It contains information
to help you solve problems yourself, and it contains information for service
technicians.
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