IBM System x3690 X5 User manual

System x3690 X5
Types 7147, 7148, 7149, and 7192
Installation and User's Guide
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System x3690 X5
Types 7147, 7148, 7149, and 7192
Installation and User's Guide
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Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in
“Notices” on page 153 and the IBM Safety Information, and IBM Environmental Notices and User's
Guide on the IBM Documentation CD, and the IBM Warranty Information document that comes with
the server.
Fifth Edition (May 2011)
© Copyright IBM Corporation 2011.
US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract
with IBM Corp.

Contents
Safety ...............v
Chapter 1. The System x3690 X5 Types
7147, 7148, 7149, and 7192 server . . . 1
The IBM Documentation CD .........3
Hardware and software requirements .....3
Using the Documentation Browser ......4
Related documentation ...........5
Notices and statements in this document .....6
Server features and specifications .......7
What your server offers ..........10
Reliability, availability, and serviceability ....15
IBM Systems Director ...........16
Server controls, LEDs, and power .......17
Front view..............17
Operator information panel ........18
Light path diagnostics panel........19
Rear view ..............21
Server power features ..........23
Turning on the server .........23
Turning off the server .........24
IBM MAX5 for System x memory expansion module 25
MAX5 features and specifications ......26
What the MAX5 offers..........28
MAX5 reliability, availability, and serviceability
features...............28
MAX5 indicators, LEDs, and power .....29
Front view.............29
Rear view .............30
Turning the MAX5 on and off .......31
Chapter 2. Installing optional devices 33
Installing hardware devices in the server ....34
Instructions for IBM Business Partners ....34
Server components ...........34
System-board internal connectors .....36
System-board external connectors .....37
System-board switches and jumpers ....38
System-board LEDs..........40
System-board optional device connectors . . 41
Optional 16-DIMM memory tray ......41
PCI riser card with three slots .......42
PCI riser card with two slots .......43
PCI riser card with one slot ........43
Installation guidelines ..........44
System reliability guidelines .......45
Handling static-sensitive devices .....46
Removing the server top cover .......46
Removing the memory tray ........47
Removing the DIMM air baffle .......48
Removing the microprocessor air baffle ....49
Removing the fan cage assembly ......50
Installing a memory module........51
Installing drives ............58
Installing 2.5-inch and 1.8-inch hot-swap
drives ..............59
IDs for hot-swap drives ........61
Supported SAS/SATA drive backplane
configurations ...........62
Installing an optional CD/DVD drive . . . 67
Installing a PCI riser-card assembly .....69
Installing an adapter ..........70
Installing an IBM ServeRAID M1015 SAS/SATA
Controller ..............73
Installing an optional IBM ServeRAID M5015
SAS/SATA Controller ..........76
Installing an optional IBM ServeRAID B5015 SSD
Controller ..............79
Installing an optional IBM 4x4 Drive Backplane
ServeRAID Expansion adapter .......82
Installing a second microprocessor and heat sink 85
Thermal grease ...........91
Installing a hot-swap power supply .....92
Installing the optional power interposer card
assembly ..............94
Installing a USB embedded hypervisor flash
device ...............95
Installing a RAID adapter battery remotely in the
server ...............97
Installing the optional simple-swap SATA drive
and backplate assembly .........101
Installing the 8x1.8-inch hot-swap drive
backplane assembly ..........103
Installing the 8x2.5-inch hot-swap drive
backplane .............106
Installing the 4x2.5-inch hot-swap drive
backplane .............109
Completing the installation ........112
Replacing the DIMM air baffle......112
Replacing the microprocessor air baffle . . . 113
Replacing the memory tray .......113
Replacing the fan cage assembly .....114
Replacing the server top cover......115
Connecting the cables ........116
Updating the server configuration ....117
Installing hardware devices in the MAX5
expansion module ............117
MAX5 components ..........117
Removing the MAX5 bezel ........118
Removing the MAX5 system-board tray . . . 119
Installing a MAX5 memory module .....120
Installing a MAX5 hot-swap power supply . . 125
Completing the MAX5 installation .....127
Replacing the MAX5 system-board tray . . 127
Replacing the MAX5 bezel .......128
Connecting the MAX5 cables ......128
Updating the MAX5 configuration ....129
Chapter 3. Configuring the server . . 131
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Using the Setup utility ..........132
Starting the Setup utility ........132
Setup utility menu choices ........133
Passwords .............137
Power-on password .........137
Administrator password........139
Using the Boot Manager program ......139
Starting the backup server firmware......139
The UpdateXpress System Pack Installer ....140
Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD 140
ServerGuide features ..........141
Setup and configuration overview .....141
Typical operating-system installation ....141
Installing your operating system without using
ServerGuide .............142
Using the integrated management module....142
Using the embedded hypervisor .......143
Using the remote presence and blue-screen capture
features ...............145
Obtaining the IP address for the IMM ....145
Logging on to the Web interface ......146
Enabling the Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Utility
program ...............146
Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controller . . . 146
Configuring RAID arrays .........147
IBM Advanced Settings Utility program ....147
Updating IBM Systems Director .......148
Appendix. Getting help and technical
assistance.............149
Before you call .............149
Using the documentation .........150
Getting help and information from the World Wide
Web................150
Software service and support ........150
Hardware service and support .......151
IBM Taiwan product service ........151
Notices ..............153
Trademarks ..............154
Important notes ............154
Particulate contamination .........155
Documentation format ..........156
Electronic emission notices .........156
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
statement..............156
Industry Canada Class A emission compliance
statement..............157
Avis de conformité à la réglementation
d'Industrie Canada ..........157
Australia and New Zealand Class A statement 157
European Union EMC Directive conformance
statement..............157
Germany Class A statement .......158
Japan VCCI Class A statement.......159
Japan Electronics and Information Technology
Industries Association (JEITA) statement . . . 159
Korea Communications Commission (KCC)
statement..............159
Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class
A statement .............159
People's Republic of China Class A electronic
emission statement ..........160
Taiwan Class A compliance statement ....160
Index ...............161
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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.
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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.
Important:
Each caution and danger statement in this documentation 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.
Statement 1
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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.
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.
Safety vii

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
`
Statement 4
≥18 kg (39.7 lb.) ≥32 kg (70.5 lb.) ≥55 kg (121.2 lb.)
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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.
1
2
Statement 6
CAUTION:
Do not place any objects on top of a rack-mounted device unless that
rack-mounted device is intended for use as a shelf.
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

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.
>240VA
Statement 35:
CAUTION:
Hazardous energy present. Voltages with hazardous energy
might cause heating when shorted with metal, which might
result in splattered metal, burns, or both.
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: Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung - 3. GPSGV, der höchste
Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB(A) oder weniger.
United Kingdom - Notice to Customers:
This apparatus is approved under approval number NS/G/1234/J/100003 for
indirect connection to public telecommunication systems in the United Kingdom.
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Chapter 1. The System x3690 X5 Types 7147, 7148, 7149, and
7192 server
This Installation and User's Guide contains information and instructions for setting
up your IBM®System x3690 X5 Types 7147, 7148, 7149, and 7192 server,
instructions for installing some optional devices, and instructions for cabling, and
configuring the server. This document also contains information and instructions
for installing options in the optional IBM MAX5 for System x (MAX5) memory
expansion module (see “IBM MAX5 for System x memory expansion module” on
page 25 for more information about the optional MAX5). For removing and
installing optional devices, diagnostics and troubleshooting information, see the
Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM Documentation CD, which comes
with the server.
Important: The IBM MAX5 for System x is a Listed Accessory for use with the IBM
System x3690 X5 only.
In addition to the instructions in Chapter 2, “Installing optional devices,” on page
33 for installing optional hardware devices, updating firmware and device drivers,
and completing the installation, IBM Business Partners must also complete the
steps in “Instructions for IBM Business Partners” on page 34.
The IBM System x3690 X5 Types 7147, 7148, 7149, and 7192 server is a 2-U-high
rack model server for virtualization, database, and computational intensive
computing. This high-performance, scalable server is ideally suited for enterprise
environments that require superior input/output (I/O) flexibility, scalability, and
high manageability.
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 IBM Warranty Information
document that comes with the server.
The server contains IBM X-Architecture®technologies, which help increase
performance and reliability. For more information, see “What your server offers”
on page 10 and “Reliability, availability, and serviceability” on page 15.
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/.
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The server supports up to 24 drives, using the supported drive backplane
configurations. It supports 2.5-inch hot-swap Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) or SATA
hard disk drives, 2.5-inch hot-swap SAS or SATA solid state drives (SSD), or
1.8-inch hot-swap solid state drives. See “Supported SAS/SATA drive backplane
configurations” on page 62 for a complete list of the supported configurations. The
illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.
The following illustration shows the front of the server.
Rack
release
latch
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Drive bays
Video
connector
USB 1
connector
USB 2
connector
Operator information
panel release latch
Rack
release
latch
Operator
information
panel
Power-on
button
and LED
Optical drive
activity LED
Optical drive
eject button
Drive activity
LED (green)
Drive status
LED (amber)
Scalability
LED
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, go to http://www.ibm.com/
supportportal/.
Record information about the server in the following table.
Product name IBM System x3690 X5 server
Machine type 7147, 7148, 7149, or 7192
Model number _____________________________________________
Serial number _____________________________________________
The model number and serial number are on the ID label on the front of the
server, as shown in the following illustration.
Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.
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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 a list of supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/
systems/info/x86servers/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 the 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
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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.
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 the server from the Product menu. The Available Topics list displays all the
documents for the 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 is displayed 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.
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Related documentation
This Installation and User's Guide contains general information about the server
including how to set up and cabling the server, how to install supported optional
devices, and how to configure the server. The following documentation also comes
with the server:
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.
vWarranty Information
This document is in printed format and comes with the server. It contains
warranty terms and a pointer to the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty on the
IBM Web site.
vEnvironmental Notices and User Guide
This document is in PDF format on the IBM Documentation CD. It contains
translated environmental notices.
vIBM License Agreement for Machine Code
This document is in PDF on the IBM Documentation CD. It provides translated
versions of the IBM License Agreement for Machine Code for your product.
vIBM MCP Linux License Information and Attributions
This document is in PDF on the IBM Documentation CD. It provides the open
source notices.
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.
If you are adding an optional MAX5 , see the rack instructions that comes with
the cable option kit.
Depending on the server model, additional documentation might be included on
the IBM Documentation CD.
The ToolsCenter for System x and BladeCenter is an online information center that
contains information about tools for updating, managing, and deploying firmware,
device drivers, and operating systems. The ToolsCenter for System x and
BladeCenter is at http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/
index.jsp.
The server might have features that are not described in the documentation that
you received with the server. 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.
These updates are available from the IBM Web site. To check for updates, go to
http://www.ibm.com/supportportal/.
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Notices and statements in this document
The caution and danger statements in this document are also in the multilingual
Safety Information document, which is on the IBM Documentation CD. Each
statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in your
language in the Safety Information document.
The following notices and statements are used in this document:
vNote: 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 might 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.
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Server features and specifications
The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the
server. Depending on the model, some features might not be available, or some
specifications might not apply.
Table 1. Server features and specifications
Microprocessor (depending on the
model):
vSupports up to two of the
following Intel Xeon™EX versions
of the 6000 and 7000 Series or E7
Series microprocessors, depending
on your model (the server comes
with one microprocessor installed):
– Four-core with 12 MB or 18 MB
shared among cores
– Six-core Turbo with 12 MB or 18
MB shared among cores
– Eight-core Turbo with 18 MB or
24 MB shared among cores
(depending on your model)
– Ten-core Turbo with 24 MB or
30 MB shared among cores
vLevel-3 cache
vFour QuickPath Interconnect (QPI)
links speed up to 6.4 Giga
Transfers (GT) per second, with
four QPI links per microprocessor
vFour Scalable Memory Interface
(SMI) links speed up to 6.4 GT per
second, with four SMI links per
microprocessor
vIntel EX core chipset (I/O Hub)
vIntel 7500 or 7510 scalable memory
buffer (depending on your model)
with up to eight memory ports
(memory channels) when the
optional memory tray is installed
(four ports on the system board
and four ports on the optional
memory tray). Each port controls
four DIMMs.
vHyperThreading
Note:
vUse the Setup utility program to
determine the type and speed of
the microprocessors.
vFor a list of supported
microprocessors, see
http://www.ibm.com/systems/
info/x86servers/serverproven/
compat/us/.
Memory (depending on the model):
vSlots: 16 dual inline memory
module connectors (on the system
board).
vMinimum: 2 GB
vMaximum: 256 GB (on the base
system board)
Note:
1. If you purchase and install the
optional 16-DIMM memory
tray, another 256 GB of
additional memory is available.
2. If you purchase and attach the
optional 32-DIMM IBM MAX5
for System x memory
expansion module, another 512
GB of additional memory is
available.
3. The server can support a total
of 1 TB of memory when both
the optional memory tray and
the MAX5 are installed.
vType: 1333 MHz PC3-10600R-999,
1600 MHz PC3-12800, or 1066 MHz
PC3-8500 (single-rank,
double-rank, or quad-rank), ECC,
240 pin, DDR3 registered SDRAM
DIMMs only
– PC3-10600R-999 is available in 2
GB, 4 GB, and 16 GB DIMMs
– PC3-12800 is available in 16 GB
DIMMs
– PC3-8500 is available in 8 GB
and 16 GB DIMMs
vSupports l.35-volt and 1.5-volt
registered DIMMs (see “Installing a
memory module” on page 51for
more information).
Scalability:
vScales with the IBM MAX5 for
System x memory expansion
module with QPI links for
additional memory
Note: When you add an optional
MAX5 to your server configuration
and you plan to use the optional USB
flash device with VMware ESXi
embedded hypervisor software, see
the documentation that comes with
the USB flash device and the
operating system installation
instructions for installing VMware
ESXi (or ESX, depending on your
environment) on your server at the
IBM website at http://
www.ibm.com/supportportal/. The
documentation provides additional
installation and configuration
information that you need to follow
before you use the MAX5.
Drive expansion bays, depending on
the model):
vThe server can support up to 24
hot-swap drives using the
supported SAS\SATA backplane
configurations. The following
drives are supported:
v2.5-inch hot-swap SAS or hot-swap
SATA hard disk drive
v1.8-inch hot-swap solid state drive
(SSD)
v2.5-inch hot-swap solid state drive
(SSD)
Note: Configurations with all
1.8-inch drive backplanes can support
one additional simple-swap drive if
you purchase the optional
Simple-swap 2.5-inch SATA Drive
and Backplate kit.
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Table 1. Server features and specifications (continued)
Optional SATA optical drives:
voptional DVD/CD-ROM BlueRay
(cable comes mounted to the
optical drive bracket in the server)
Hot-swap fans:
The server comes standard with five
speed-controlled hot-swap fans for
N+1 redundancy.
PCI expansion slots (depending on
your model):
vTwo PCI riser-card slots on the
system board provides up to five
PCI adapter slots (depending on
the riser card installed in the
server):
– PCI riser slot 1 supports the:
- PCI riser card with two PCI
Express Gen2 x8 adapter slots
or the optional PCI riser cards
with one PCI Express Gen2
x16 adapter slot
– PCI riser slot 2 supports the:
- PCI riser card with three PCI
Express Gen2 x8, low-profile
adapter slots
Integrated functions:
vIntegrated Management Module
(IMM), which provides service
processor control and monitoring
functions, video controller, and
remote keyboard, video, mouse,
and remote hard disk drive
capabilities
vBroadcom BCM5709C Gb Ethernet
controller with TCP/IP Offload
Engine (TOE) and Wake on LAN
support
vLight path diagnostics
vEight Universal Serial Bus (USB)
2.0 ports:
– Two on the front of the chassis
– Four on the rear of the chassis
– Two internal (on the low-profile
riser-card in which one
connection is for the optional
USB flash device with
embedded hypervisor software)
vTwo Ethernet ports on the system
board and two additional ports
when the optional Emulex 10GbE
Custom Adapter for IBM System x
or the optional Emulex 10GbE
Integrated Virtual Fabric Adapter II
for IBM System x is installed
vOne System Management RJ-45 on
the rear to connect to a systems
management network. This system
management connector is
dedicated to the IMM functions.
vOne serial port
vTwo QPI ports
Power supply:
vServer comes standard with one
power supply
vMaximum of four 675-watt ac (110
or 220 V ac auto-sensing) hot-swap
power supplies for N+N
redundancy support.
Note: The server can run fully
configured with two power supplies.
For redundancy support, you must
install the optional IBM Power
Interposer for Redundant Power
option kit.
Video controller (integrated into
IMM):
vMatrox G200eV (two analog ports -
one front and one rear that can be
connected at the same time)
Note: The maximum video
resolution is 1280 x 1024 at 75 Hz.
– SVGA compatible video
controller
– DDR2 250 MHz SDRAM video
memory controller
– Avocent Digital Video
Compression
– Video memory is not
expandable
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