IBM 5000 User Manual
Netfinity 5000 Server
Hardware Information and Procedures
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Tables
1. Maximum Allowable Drive Sizes ........................ 57
2. Automatically Assigned SCSI IDs ....................... 58
3. Switch Settings for Microprocessor Speed .................. 70
4. Serial Port Connector Pin-Number Assignments .............. 83
5. Parallel Port Connector Pin-Number Assignments ............. 85
6. Video Port Connector Pin-Number Assignments .............. 86
7. Keyboard and Auxiliary-Device Port Connectors Pin-Number Assignments 87
8. The 68-Pin SCSI Port Connector Pin-Number Assignments ........ 89
9. USB Port Connector Pin-Number Assignments ............... 90
10. Ethernet Connector Pin-Number Assignments ................ 91
11. Netfinity 5000 Server Operating Specifications ............... 95
12. Server Identification Numbers ........................ 162
13. Internal and External Drives and Devices ................. 163
14. Configuration/Setup Program Defaults and Changes ........... 164
15. RAM Default Settings and Changes ..................... 167
16. Expansion Slot Configuration Information ................. 167
17. System Board Switch Block SW1 ...................... 170
18. Switch Settings for Microprocessor Speed ................. 171
19. Backplane Option Jumper Block ....................... 173
20. SCSI IDs for Hot-Swap Drives ........................ 173
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Contents
Safety Information Statements ........................... vii
Lithium Battery Notice .................................. ix
Laser Compliance Statement .............................. x
About This Book .................................... xi
How This Book is Organized .............................. xi
Notices Used in This Book ............................... xi
Related Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
Chapter 1. Introducing Your Netfinity 5000 .................... 1
Features at a Glance .................................. 3
What Your IBM Netfinity 5000 Server Offers ..................... 4
Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability Features ................. 6
Controls and Indicators ................................. 7
Input/Output Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Expansion Bays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Chapter 2. Arranging Your Workspace ..................... 15
Arranging Your Workspace .............................. 16
Chapter 3. Configuring Your Server ....................... 19
Configuration Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
The Configuration/Setup Utility ............................ 21
Using the Configuration/Setup Utility ......................... 22
Resolving Configuration Conflicts .......................... 30
Configuring the Ethernet Controller ......................... 32
Failover for Redundant Ethernet ........................... 33
Using the SCSISelect Utility Program ........................ 35
Chapter 4. Installing Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Before You Begin .................................... 40
Electrical Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices .......................... 42
Preparing to Install Options .............................. 43
Working with Adapters ................................. 49
Working with Memory Modules ............................ 54
Installing or Removing Internal Drives ........................ 56
Installing Microprocessors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Installing or Replacing the Power Supply ...................... 71
Connecting External Options ............................. 72
Adding Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Completing the Installation .............................. 76
Updating the Server Configuration .......................... 82
Serial Port Connectors ................................. 83
Management Port C .................................. 84
Parallel Port Connector ................................ 85
Video Port Connector ................................. 86
Keyboard and Mouse Connectors .......................... 87
SCSI Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Universal Serial Bus Ports .............................. 90
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Ethernet Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Chapter 5. Installing a Server in a Rack Enclosure .............. 93
Before You Begin .................................... 94
Installing the Rack Model in a Rack Enclosure ................... 96
Removing the Rack Model from a Rack Enclosure ............... 104
Chapter 6. Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Diagnostic Tools Overview ............................. 109
Diagnostic Test Programs .............................. 111
Power-on Self Test (POST) Messages ...................... 114
Power-on Self-Test (POST) Beep Codes ..................... 122
Diagnostic Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
SCSI Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Ethernet Controller Messages ........................... 136
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Resolving Configuration Conflicts ......................... 152
Identifying Problems Using Status LEDs ..................... 153
Recovering BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Checking the System for Damage ......................... 158
Replacing the Battery ................................ 159
Chapter 7. Server Records and Specifications ................ 161
Record the Identification Numbers ......................... 162
Installed Device Records .............................. 163
System Board Illustration .............................. 168
System Board Switches ............................... 170
Changing Jumper Positions ............................. 172
SCSI Jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Power Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
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Safety Information Statements
Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.
Před instalací tohoto produktu si přečtěte příručku bezpečnostních instrukcí.
Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.
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
Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.
Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.
Pred inštaláciou tohto zariadenia si pečítaje Bezpečnostné predpisy.
Antes de instalar este producto lea la información de seguridad.
Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.
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DANGER
To avoid a shock hazard, do not connect or disconnect any
cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration
of this product during an electrical storm.
To avoid shock hazard:
– The power cord must be connected to a properly wired and
earthed receptacle.
– Any equipment to which this product will be attached must
also be connected to properly wired receptacles.
When possible, use one hand to connect or disconnect signal
cables to prevent a possible shock from touching two surfaces
with different electrical potentials.
Electrical current from power, telephone, and communications
cables is hazardous. To avoid shock hazard, connect and
disconnect cables as described following when installing,
moving, or opening covers of this product or attached devices.
To Connect
1. Turn Everything OFF.
2. First, attach all cables to devices.
3. Attach signal cables to receptacles.
4. Attach power cord(s) to outlet.
5. Turn device ON.
NOTE: In the UK, by law, the telephone
cable must be connected after the power
cord.
To Disconnect
1. Turn Everything OFF.
2. First, remove power cord(s) from
outlet.
3. Remove signal cables from
receptacles.
4. Remove all cables from devices.
NOTE: In the UK, the power cord must be
disconnected after the telephone cable.
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Lithium Battery Notice
2
CAUTION:
When replacing the 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:
– Throw or immerse into water
– Heat to more than 100°C (212°F)
– Repair or disassemble
Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
Safety Information Statements ix
Laser Compliance Statement
Some IBM server models are equipped from the factory with a CD-ROM drive.
CD-ROM drives are also sold separately as options. The CD-ROM drive is a laser
product. The CD-ROM drive is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements
of the Department of Health and Human Services 21 Code of Federal Regulations
(DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class 1 laser products. Elsewhere, the drive is
certified to conform to the requirements of the International Electrotechnical
Commission (IEC) 825 and CENELEC EN 60 825 for Class 1 laser products.
3
CAUTION:
When a CD-ROM drive is installed, note the following.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation
exposure.
Laser Compliance Statement
4
Removing the covers of the CD-ROM drive could result in exposure to
hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the
CD-ROM drive. Do not remove the CD-ROM drive covers.
DANGER
Some CD-ROM drives 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.
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Notices Used in This Book
About This Book
This book provides instructions on how to set up and configure your Netfinity 5000
server and how to install and remove options. This book also provides information
to help you solve many simple problems that might occur. If you have not yet set
up your server, refer to the “Express Setup and Installation” section of this
Library
for information on unpacking the server, attaching cables, and installing the
operating system.
How This Book is Organized
Chapter 1, “Introducing Your Netfinity 5000,” provides a general introduction to
using your server.
Chapter 2, “Arranging Your Workspace,” contains some planning considerations
and instructions for arranging your workspace.
Chapter 3, “Configuring Your Server,” describes how to use the
Configuration/Setup Utility program to configure your server. This chapter also
provides instructions for using various utility programs.
Server
Chapter 4, “Installing Options,” contains instructions for installing and removing
options, such as memory, adapters, and internal drives. Instructions for connecting
external options are also included in this chapter.
Chapter 5, “Installing a Server in a Rack Enclosure,” describes how to install the
server in a server rack enclosure.
Chapter 6, “Solving Problems,” includes an overview of the diagnostic tools,
instructions for testing the server, lists of error messages, and troubleshooting
charts. This chapter also contains information about checking the server for
damage and resolving configuration conflicts.
Chapter 7, “Server Records and Specifications,” provides a section to record and
update important information about your server, including serial numbers, key
number, and device records. In addition to server records, this chapter contains
the server specifications, such as: dimensions, system board layout, and switch
locations and settings.
A glossary and an index follows the appendixes.
Notices Used in This Book
This book contains notices to highlight information or provide safety information:
Notes
These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice.
Attention
These notices indicate possible damage to programs, devices, or data. An
attention notice is placed just
damage could occur.
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before
the instruction or situation in which
Caution
These notices indicate situations that can be potentially hazardous to you. A
caution notice is placed just
procedure steps or situations.
Related Publications
The
IBM Netfinity 5000 Hardware Maintenance Manual
Hardware Maintenance Manual Supplement
manuals contain error codes, advanced diagnostic procedures, and a parts catalog
for most models. These manuals are intended for the trained service technician.
(Diagnostic diskettes are not included.)
The following manuals pertain to the server's Ethernet controller and are available
for purchase:
before
descriptions of potentially hazardous
and the
are available for purchase. These
Related Publications
IBM Netfinity 5000
IBM LAN Technical Reference IEEE 802.2 and NETBIOS API,
IBM Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol Version 2.1 for DOS:
Programmer’s Reference,
IBM LAN Server Command and Utilities,
Guide to LAN Server Books,
DOS LAN Services and User's Guide,
Additional publications are available for purchase from IBM. For a list of
publications available in your country:
In the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico, call 1-800-879-2755.
In other countries, contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative.
SC31-7046
S10H-9686
S10H-9688
S10H-9684
SC30-3587
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Chapter 1. Introducing Your Netfinity 5000
We appreciate your decision to purchase an IBM Netfinity Server. Your Netfinity
5000 server is a high-performance server with the capability of microprocessor
upgrade to a symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) server. It is ideally suited for
networking environments that require superior microprocessor performance,
efficient memory management, flexibility, and large amounts of reliable data
storage.
Performance, ease of use, reliability, and expansion capabilities were key
considerations during the design of your server. These design features make it
possible for you to customize the server hardware to meet your business needs of
today, while providing flexible expansion capabilities for the future.
Your IBM Netfinity Server comes with a three-year limited warranty and IBM
Netfinity Server Start Up Support. If you have access to the World Wide Web, you
can obtain up-to-date information about your Netfinity Server model and other IBM
Netfinity Server products at the following address:
http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/netfinity/
The
Server Library
discs (CDs). These CDs provide menu-driven programs to help simplify your
operating system installation. The CDs also contain numerous application
programs (no software activation keys required) and many other features at no
additional cost. For more information, refer to the “ServerGuide and Netfinity
Manager Information” section of this
If you have not yet set up your server, refer to the “Express Setup and Installation”
section of this
cables, and installing the operating system.
This chapter contains an overview of the server features and components.
binder that comes with your server contains several compact
Server Library
Server Library
for information on unpacking the server, attaching
.
5
k32 kg (70.5 lbs) k55 kg (121.2 lbs)
CAUTION:
Use safe lifting practices when lifting your machine.
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1
This chapter contains:
Features at a Glance .................................. 3
What Your IBM Netfinity 5000 Server Offers ..................... 4
Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability Features ................. 6
Controls and Indicators ................................. 7
Server Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Input/Output Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Expansion Bays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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Features at a Glance
Features at a Glance
The following table summarizes the features of the Netfinity 5000 server.
Microprocessor
Intel Pentium II
microprocessor
with MMX technology
512 KB of level-2 cache (min)
Memory
Standard: 64 MB (min),
expandable to 1 GB
100 MHz, error correcting code
(ECC) registered synchronous
dynamic random access memory
(SDRAM)
Four dual-inline memory-module
(DIMM) sockets
Diskette Drive
One 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB
Hard Disk Drives
Up to five hot-swappable internal
hard disk drives are supported
CD-ROM Drive
Standard: IDE
Keyboard and Auxiliary Device
(tower models)
Keyboard
Mouse
Expansion Slots
Supports up to five adapters
Two shared PCI/ISA slots
Three dedicated PCI slots
Expansion Bays
One 3.5-inch diskette drive bay
Two 5.25-inch drive bays, open
bay supports half-high SCSI
tape drive
Five 3.5-inch drive bays,
hot-swappable
Upgradable Microcode
BIOS, diagnostics, and
Netfinity Advanced System
Management Processor code
upgrades (when available) can
update EEPROMs on the
system board
Power Supply
350W with voltage
auto-selection (110, 120, 220,
240 V ac) and power
redundancy
– Standard—350W
non-redundant, 175W
redundant
– Optional—Additional 175W
power supply available for
350 W redundancy
Built-in overload and surge
protection
Automatic restart after a
momentary loss of power
Integrated Functions
Two serial ports
Two universal serial bus (USB)
ports
System management port (C)
Advanced system management
processor on system board
One IDE internal connector,
supports the system IDE
CD-ROM drive
One parallel port
Mouse port
Keyboard port
16-bit UltraSCSI controller
– One external connector
(16-bit)
– One internal connector
(16-bit)
Full-duplex 10/100 Mbps
Ethernet controller
– 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX port
– Redundant Ethernet
capability, through the use of
an optional network interface
card (NIC)
Video controller port, super video
graphics array (SVGA)
1 MB video memory
Security Features
Bolt-down capability
Door lock (tower model only)
Power-on and administrator
passwords
Selectable startup sequence
Chapter 1. Introducing Your Netfinity 5000 3
What Your IBM Netfinity 5000 Server Offers
The IBM Netfinity 5000 server is designed to be cost effective, powerful, and
flexible. Your server offers:
Impressive performance using an innovative approach to SMP
The Netfinity 5000 server supports up to two Pentium II microprocessors. Your
server comes with one Pentium II microprocessor installed on the system
board. You can install a second microprocessor in your server to enhance
performance and provide SMP capability.
Large system memory
The memory subsystem in your server supports up to 1GB1 of system memory.
The memory controller provides error correcting code (ECC) support for 100
MHz SDRAM memory.
Integrated network environment support
Your server supports various network environments. Your Netfinity 5000 server
comes with a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Controller on the system board. This
Ethernet controller has an interface for connecting to 10-Mbps or 100-Mbps
networks. The server automatically selects between 10BASE-T and
100BASE-TX. The controller provides full-duplex (FDX) capability. Full duplex
allows simultaneous transmission and reception of data on the Ethernet local
area network (LAN).
Redundant network interface card
The addition of an optional, redundant network interface card (NIC) provides a
failover capability to a redundant Ethernet connection. If a problem occurs with
the primary Ethernet connection, all Ethernet traffic associated with this primary
connection is automatically switched to the redundant NIC. This switching
occurs without data loss and without user intervention.
Redundant power capabilities
The 350-watt power supply in your server provides redundant power. If your
server load is less than 175 watts and a problem occurs with one of the power
modules in the power supply, the other module takes over the load. For power
loads above 175 watts, you can install a second, optional, power supply to
provide a full 350 watts of redundant power. If a problem occurs in either
power module in the primary power supply, the second power supply takes
over the load for that module.
System-management capabilities
Your Netfinity 5000 server is shipped with a Netfinity Advanced System
Management Processor on the system board. This processor, in conjunction
with the Netfinity Manager provided on your ServerGuide CDs, allows you to
manage the functions of the Netfinity 5000 server locally and remotely. The
Advanced System Management processor also provides system monitoring,
event recording, and dial-out alert capability.
Note: The Advanced System Management processor is sometimes referred to
as the service processor.
1
When referring to hard-disk-drive capacity, GB means 1000000000 bytes; total user-accessible capacity may vary depending on
operating environment.
4 Netfinity 5000 Server Hardware Information and Procedures
Refer to the “Advanced System Management Information” section of this
Library
for more information.
IBM ServerGuide CDs
The ServerGuide CDs included with IBM Netfinity servers provide programs to
help you set up your server and install the network operating system (NOS).
The ServerGuide program detects the hardware options installed, and provides
the correct configuration program and device drivers. In addition, the
ServerGuide CDs include a variety of application programs such as IBM Update
Connector (to help keep your server BIOS and microcode updated) and IBM
Netfinity Manager (for systems management).
For more information about the ServerGuide CDs, see the “ServerGuide and
Netfinity Manager Information” section of this
Server Library
.
Server
Chapter 1. Introducing Your Netfinity 5000 5
Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability Features
Three of the most important factors in server design are reliability, availability, and
serviceability (RAS). These factors help to ensure the integrity of the data stored
on your server; that your server is available when you want to use it; and that
should a failure occur, you can easily diagnose and repair the failure with minimal
inconvenience.
The following is an abbreviated list of the built-in RAS features on the IBM Netfinity
Server. Many of these features are explained in the following chapters of this book.
Menu-driven configuration programs
Menu-driven SCSI configuration programs
Menu-driven setup programs
Menu-driven diagnostic programs
Power-on self-test (POST)
Customer support center 24 hours per day
Hot-swap hard disk drive bays
Cooling fans with error-sensing capability
Error checking and correcting (ECC) memory
Error codes and messages
Remote systems management through the Netfinity Advanced System
Management controller
Remote system problem-determination support
Upgradable BIOS, diagnostics, and Netfinity Advanced System Management
Processor code
Recovery for damaged BIOS
Automatic restart after power failure
Automatic restart on initial system-management processor error condition
Parity checking on the SCSI bus, keyboard interface, and serial ports
Monitoring and reporting the status of hard disk drives, power supplies, and
cooling systems through status indicators on the front and back of the server
and on the system board
Early warning of failing hard disk drives and memory
Vital product data (VPD), including serial number information and replacement
part numbers, stored in nonvolatile memory, making remote maintenance of
your server more efficient
Standard redundant power supply
Redundant power supply option for enhanced availability
Redundant Ethernet capabilities (with optional adapter)
2
2
Response time will vary, depending on the number and nature of calls received.
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Controls and Indicators
Controls and Indicators
The most commonly used controls and status indicators are on the front of your
server.
Server Controls
Tower model
Rack model
.1/ Diskette-Eject Button: Press this button to release a diskette from the drive.
.2/ Diskette Drive In-Use Light: This light comes on when the diskette drive is
accessed.
.3/ CD-ROM Manual Tray-Release Opening: Insert a straightened paper clip in
the opening to release the CD-ROM tray when using the CD-ROM eject
button is not successful.
.4/ CD-ROM Eject Button: Press this button to release a CD from the CD-ROM
drive.
Note: If the CD-ROM tray does not extend out, insert the end of a
straightened paper clip into the manual tray-release opening and
gently pull the tray open.
.5/ Reset Button: Press this button to reset the server.
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.6/ Power-on switch: Use this switch to turn on your server, or to return the
server to
After you plug the server power cord into an outlet, wait 20 seconds
before pressing the power switch. (During this time, the
system-management processor is initializing and the power-on switch
does not respond.)
Standby mode
Important
(power is present but the server is not turned on).
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CAUTION:
The Power-On button on the front of the server does not turn off
the electrical current supplied to the server. The server also
might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical
current from the server, ensure that all power cords are
disconnected from the power source.
Controls and Indicators
The automatic restart feature, which enables the server to restart following a
momentary power loss, means that the server is never completely turned off.
Do not set the server to the Standby mode if any drive in-use light is on. This
might damage the information stored on a hard disk drive or on a diskette. A
Power-On Switch protector, which prevents the Power-On Switch from being
pushed accidentally, is shipped with the server.
To toggle the server between Standby mode and actively running, press and
release the Power-On Switch.
.7/ Side-Cover Release Lever: Use this lever to release the left-side cover.
.8/ CD-ROM Drive In-Use Light: This light comes on when the CD-ROM drive
is accessed.
.9/ Operator LED Panel This panel contains LEDs that light to indicate
conditions on the server, such as power on or a system error (see “Status
Indicators” on page 9).
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Controls and Indicators
Status Indicators
The following illustrations identify the indicators located on the front of the server.
Tower model
Rack model
.1/ Power-On Light: This green LED blinks when the server is in
Standby mode (power is present but the server is not turned on). The
blinking changes to a solid (continuous) light when you turn on your
server remotely (Unattended mode) or by pressing the Power-On
Switch. If this light is not on, the power cord is not connected or the
power supply has failed.
.2/ POST Complete Light: This green LED lights when the server
completes the power-on self-test (POST) without any errors.
.3/ SCSI Hard Disk Drive In-Use Light: This green LED lights when
your server is accessing a SCSI device. If this light remains
illuminated, it might indicate that either the SCSI bus or the system
microprocessor has stopped.
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Controls and Indicators
.4/ Primary Microprocessor Activity Light: This green LED blinks to
indicate the activity of a microprocessor installed in the primary
microprocessor socket. The LED comes on during POST to indicate
the presence of the microprocessor.
.5/ Secondary Microprocessor Activity Light: This green LED blinks to
show the activity of a microprocessor installed in the secondary
microprocessor socket. The LED lights during POST to indicate the
presence of the microprocessor. When you install a secondary
microprocessor, it becomes the startup microprocessor.
.6/ System Error Light: This amber LED shows that a system error
occurred. System errors can include high temperature, excess current,
or failure or errors in the microprocessor, system fan, memory, PCI
bus, SCSI bus, USB, hard disk drive, diskette drive, serial port,
keyboard interface, or power supply. When this LED is on, one or
more LEDs on the system board also might be on, indicating where
the error occurred (see “System Board LEDs” on page 168).
.7/ Reserved: This LED is reserved for future use.
.8/ Hard Disk Drive Status Light (Amber): In a RAID environment, this
amber LED lights continuously when the drive is faulty and needs to
be replaced. You can replace these hot-swappable drives without
turning off the server. If you do not have a RAID environment, this
LED is not operational.
.9/ Hard Disk Drive Activity Light (Green): This green LED lights when
the hard disk drive is being accessed.
.1ð/ Ethernet Transmit/Receive Activity Light: This green LED shows
transmission and reception activity on the network.
.11/ Ethernet Link Status Light: This green LED shows an active link
connection on the 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX interface.
.12/ Ethernet Speed Light: This green LED lights when the Ethernet LAN
speed is 100 Mbps.
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Controls and Indicators
The following illustrations identify the indicators located on the back of the server.
Tower model
Rack model
.1/ Power Supply Lights: These green LEDs indicate a power good status for
each of the 175-watt modules in the power supply. If any power supply light
is not illuminated when the Power-On Light on the front of the server is on,
there is a problem with that power supply. The power supply shipped with the
server has two lights, one for each module in the power supply. The optional
additional power supply has one power module and one green LED. See
“Installing or Replacing the Power Supply” on page 71 for more information
about the power supplies.
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Input/Output Connectors
The following illustrations identify the connectors located on the back of the server.
Tower model
Input/Output Connectors
Rack model
.1/ Power Connector: The server power cable connects here.
.2/ Serial Connector A: Signal cables for modems or other serial devices
connect here to the 9-pin serial connector for serial port A. See “Devices and
I/O Ports” on page 23 for port assignment information.
.3/ Serial Connector B: Signal cables for modems or other serial devices
connect here to the 9-pin serial connector for serial port B. See “Devices and
I/O Ports” on page 23 for port assignment information.
.4/ Mouse Connector: The mouse cable connects here. This connector is
sometimes called the auxiliary-device port.
.5/ Keyboard Connector: The keyboard cable connects here.
.6/ Ethernet Connector: An unshielded, twisted-pair cable with an RJ-45
connector attaches here to the 10/100 Ethernet controller on the system
board.
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.7/ Universal Serial Bus (USB) Connector 1: Attach I/O devices with universal
serial bus (USB) connectors to USB connector 1. You need a 4-pin cable to
connect a device to this port.
.8/ Universal Serial Bus (USB) Connector 2: Attach I/O devices with universal
serial bus (USB) connectors to USB connector 2. You need a 4-pin cable to
connect a device to this port.
.9/ Monitor Connector: The monitor signal cable connects here.
.1ð/ Management C Connector: The cable to attach a modem that is dedicated
to communication with the system-management processor connects here.
.11/ SCSI Connector: External SCSI devices attach here. For more information,
see “Connecting External Options” on page 72.
.12/ Parallel Connector: A signal cable for a parallel device, such as a printer,
connects here.
.13/ PCI Expansion Slots: Cables to the external connectors on PCI adapters
connect here (slots 3, 4, and 5).
.14/ PCI/ISA Expansion Slots: Cables to the external connectors on either ISA
or PCI adapters connect here (slots 1 and 2).
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Expansion Bays
Expansion Bays
Your server comes with one 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB diskette drive, and one 5.25-inch
CD-ROM drive. The following illustrations show the server front view with the door
(if any) removed.
Tower model
Rack model
.1/ CD-ROM Drive: Your server comes with an IDE CD-ROM drive.
.2/ Open Bay (5.25-inch): The design of your server accommodates an
additional 5.25-inch half-height device, such as tape or a rewritable optical
disk drive.
For information on the supported types of drives and their installation, see
“Installing or Removing Internal Drives” on page 56.
.3/ Diskette Drive: The 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB (MB is approximately 1000000
bytes) diskette drive uses 1 MB (unformatted) or 2 MB (unformatted)
diskettes.
.4/ Open Bays (3.5-inch): The 3.5-inch open bays are for hot-swap SCSI hard
disk drives only.
For information on the supported types of drives and their installation, see
“Installing or Removing Internal Drives” on page 56.
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Arranging Your Workspace
Chapter 2. Arranging Your Workspace
This chapter contains information on arranging your workspace.
If you have not already done so, unpack your server. Follow the instructions in the
“Express Setup and Installation” section of this
If you have a rack model, you can install your options and operating system before
you install the server in the rack enclosure.
This chapter contains:
Arranging Your Workspace .............................. 16
Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Glare and Lighting .................................. 16
Air Circulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Electrical Outlets and Cable Lengths ....................... 17
Additional Planning Considerations ........................ 17
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Arranging Your Workspace
To get the most from your server, arrange both the equipment you use and your
work area to suit your needs and the kind of work you do. Your comfort is of
foremost importance, but light sources, air circulation, and the location of electrical
outlets also can affect the way you arrange your workspace.
Comfort
Although no single working position is ideal for everyone, here are a few guidelines
to help you find a position that suits you best.
Sitting in the same position for a long time can cause fatigue. A good chair can
make a big difference. The backrest and seat should adjust independently and
provide good support. The seat should have a curved front to relieve pressure on
the thighs. Adjust the seat so that your thighs are parallel to the floor and your feet
are either flat on the floor or on a footrest.
When using the keyboard, keep your forearms parallel to the floor and your wrists
in a neutral, comfortable position. Try to keep a light touch on the keyboard and
your hands and fingers relaxed. You can change the angle of the keyboard for
maximum comfort by adjusting the position of the keyboard feet.
Arranging Your Workspace
Adjust the monitor so the top of the screen is at, or slightly below, eye level. Place
the monitor at a comfortable viewing distance, usually 51 to 61 cm (20 to 24 in.),
and position it so you can view it without having to twist your body. Also position
other equipment you use regularly, such as the telephone or a mouse, within easy
reach.
Glare and Lighting
Position the monitor to minimize glare and reflections from overhead lights,
windows, and other light sources. Even reflected light from shiny surfaces can
cause annoying reflections on your monitor screen. Place the monitor at right
angles to windows and other light sources, when possible. Reduce overhead
lighting, if necessary, by turning off lights or using lower wattage bulbs. If you
install the monitor near a window, use curtains or blinds to block the sunlight. You
might have to adjust the Brightness and Contrast controls on the monitor as the
room lighting changes throughout the day.
Lower
Back
Support
Seat
Height
Viewing Distance
Where it is impossible to avoid reflections or to adjust the lighting, an antiglare filter
placed over the screen might be helpful. However, these filters might affect the
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clarity of the image on the screen; try them only after you have exhausted other
methods of reducing glare.
Dust buildup compounds problems associated with glare. Remember to clean your
monitor screen periodically using a soft cloth moistened with a nonabrasive liquid
glass cleaner.
Air Circulation
Your server and monitor produce heat. Your server has one or more fans that pull
in fresh air and force out hot air. The monitor lets hot air escape through vents.
Blocking the air vents can cause overheating, which might result in a malfunction or
damage. Place the server and monitor so that nothing blocks the air vents; usually,
51 mm (2 in.) of air space is sufficient. Also, make sure the vented air is not
blowing on someone else.
Electrical Outlets and Cable Lengths
The location of electrical outlets and the length of power cords and cables that
connect to the monitor, printer, and other devices might determine the final
placement of your server.
When arranging your workspace:
Avoid the use of extension cords. When possible, plug the server power cord
directly into an electrical outlet.
Keep power cords and cables neatly routed away from walkways and other
areas where they might get kicked accidentally.
For more information about power cords, see “Power Cords” on page 174 or refer
to the “Legal and Safety Information” section of this
Additional Planning Considerations
Make sure you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical
outlets for your server, monitor, and any other options that you intend to install.
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CAUTION:
When the power-cord strain-relief bracket option is installed on the
power cord, the server must be plugged to a power source that is
easily accessible.
Place your server in a location that is dry. Rain or spilled liquids might damage
your server.
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Leave about 127 mm (5 in.) of space around the front and rear of your server
to allow the server's cooling system to work properly.
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Chapter 3. Configuring Your Server
This chapter provides information about the configuration and utility programs that
come with your server.
The configuration programs are part of the
comes with your server. Using these programs, you can set the system date and
time, define input and output device parameters, and define system security.
This chapter contains:
Configuration Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
The Configuration/Setup Utility ............................ 21
Using the Configuration/Setup Utility ......................... 22
System Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Devices and I/O Ports ............................... 23
Date and Time .................................... 24
System Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Start Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Advanced Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Plug and Play .................................... 30
Error Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Configuring PCI Features and Options ...................... 30
Resolving Configuration Conflicts .......................... 30
Resolving Hardware Configuration Conflicts ................... 31
Resolving Software Configuration Conflicts ................... 31
Configuring the Ethernet Controller ......................... 32
Failover for Redundant Ethernet ........................... 33
Configuring Failover on OS/2 ........................... 34
Configuring Failover on Windows NT ....................... 34
Configuring Failover on IntraNetWare ...................... 35
Using the SCSISelect Utility Program ........................ 35
Starting the SCSISelect Utility Program ..................... 36
SCSISelect Utility Program Choices ....................... 36
basic input/output system (BIOS
) that
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Configuration Overview
You play a key role in how your server allocates resources to organize and
interconnect hardware devices and software programs. This allocation process is
referred to as
the number and types of devices and programs that you install.
Your server supports several types of adapters. Because of this flexibility, you can
choose from among thousands of adapters and devices that comply with any of the
following standards:
Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI)
Industry Standard Architecture (ISA)
Small Computer System Interface (SCSI)
In general, the greater the number and variety of hardware devices and software
programs that you install in your server, the more you will have to interact with your
server and your devices to correctly configure your system.
Your server comes with the following hardware configuration utility programs:
configuration
Configuration Overview
. The steps required to configure your server depend on
Configuration/Setup Utility
With the built-in Configuration/Setup Utility program, you can configure
system-board functions, such as serial and parallel port assignments; change
interrupt request settings; and change the startup sequence for drives that you
install. You can also use this utility program to set passwords for starting up
the server and accessing the Configuration/Setup Utility program.
SCSISelect Utility
With the built-in SCSISelect Utility program, you can configure the SCSI
devices that you install in your server. You can use SCSISelect to change
default values, resolve configuration conflicts, and perform a low-level format on
a SCSI hard disk drive.
Before installing a new device or program, read the documentation that comes with
it. Reading the instructions helps you determine the steps required for installation
and configuration. The following actions are typically, but not always, required to
configure your server.
1. Run the Configuration/Setup Utility program and record the current
configuration settings.
2. Set switches on the server system board.
See “System Board Switches” on page 170 for the meanings of the system
board switches.
3. Set jumpers or switches on the device.
See the device installation instructions.
4. Install the device in the server.
See Chapter 4, “Installing Options” on page 39.
5. Install software programs.
Refer to the information provided with the “ServerGuide and Netfinity Manager
Information” section of this
more information.
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