IBM 6223, 6227 User Manual

IntelliStation Z Pro Types6223and6227

Hardw are Maintenance Man ual and Troubleshooting Guide

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IntelliStation Z Pro Types6223and6227

Hardw are Maintenance Man ual and Troubleshooting Guide

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Notes

v Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B, “Safety information,”

on page 127, and Appendix C, “Notices,” on page 161.

v The most recent version of this document is available at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support.

12th (July 2010) © Copyright IBM Corporation 2004, 2009.

US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.

About this document

This document contains basic configuration information, diagnostic information, error codes, error messages, service information, and a symptom-to-FRU index for the

IntelliStation®Z Pro Types 6223 and 6227 computers.

IBM

Important: The field replaceable unit (FRU) procedures in this document are

intended for trained servicers who are familiar with IBM products. Customer replacement units (CRUs) can be replaced by the customer. See Chapter 7, “Parts listing Types 6223 and 6227,” on page 115, to determine if the component being replaced is a FRU or a CRU. Before servicing an IBM product, be sure to read Appendix B, “Safety information,” on page 127.

Important safety information

Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this book before performing any of the instructions.

Leia todas as instruções de cuidado e perigo antes de executar qualquer operação.

Prenez connaissance de toutes les consignes de type Attention et

Danger avant de procéder aux opérations décrites par les instructions.

Lesen Sie alle Sicherheitshinweise, bevor Sie eine Anweisung ausführen.

Accertarsi di leggere tutti gli avvisi di attenzione e di pericolo prima di effettuare qualsiasi operazione.

Lea atentamente todas las declaraciones de precaución y peligro ante de llevar a cabo cualquier operación.

WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash

hands after handling.

ADVERTENCIA: El contacto con el cable de este producto o con cables de accesorios que se venden junto con este producto, pueden exponerle al plomo, un elemento químico que en el estado de California de los Estados Unidos está considerado como un causante de cancer y de defectos congénitos, además de otros riesgos reproductivos. Lávese las manos después de usar el producto.

Online support

You can download the most current diagnostic, BIOS flash, and device-driver files from http://www.ibm.com/support.

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About this document ......................iii

Important safety information ....................iii

Online support .........................iv

Chapter 1. Introduction ......................1

Related documentation ......................1

Notices and statements used in this document..............2

Features and specifications .....................3

What your computer offers .....................4

Reliability, availability, and serviceability features .............4

Controls, LEDs, and connectors ...................6

Turning on the computer ......................8

Turning off the computer ......................9

Chapter 2. Configuring the computer ................11

Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program .............12

Chapter 3. Diagnostics .....................13

General checkout ........................13

Diagnostic tools overview .....................14

Power-on self-test (POST).....................15

POST beep codes ......................15

POST error messages .....................16

Diagnostic programs and error messages ...............16

Text messages ........................16

Starting the diagnostic programs and viewing the test log ........17

Small computer system interface (SCSI) messages ...........17

PC-Doctor for Windows ......................18

Updating (flash-updating) the BIOS code on the computer .........18

Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure .............19

Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS) ..........20

Replacing the battery ......................21

Power checkout ........................22

Chapter 4. Installing options ...................23

Installation guidelines ......................23

System reliability considerations .................23

Handling static-sensitive devices .................23

Installing options in your computer..................24

Major components of your computer ................24

Removing the side cover ....................25

Removing the bezel ......................26

Installing an adapter ......................26

Cabling an optional SCSI adapter .................30

Installing a drive .......................31

Installing memory modules ...................41

Installing a second microprocessor ................44

Installing an external SCSI cable .................48

Installing a security rope clip ...................49

Replacing the bezel ......................50

Replacing the side cover ....................51

Connecting external options ....................52

Input/output connectors ......................53

Audio connectors .......................54

Auxiliary-device (pointing-device) connector .............54

Ethernet (RJ-45) connector ...................54

IEEE 1394A (FireWire) connector .................55

Keyboard connector ......................55

Parallel connector .......................55

Serial connectors .......................56

Ultra320 SCSI connector ....................56

Universal Serial Bus connectors .................57

Video connector .......................57

Chapter 5. Field replaceable units .................59

Microprocessor and heat sink ...................60

CD-ROM drive .........................61

Non-hot swap power supply ....................62

Rear-adapter retention bracket ...................63

I/O card retainer ........................64

Front (microprocessor) fan ....................65

Hard drive fan .........................66

Power/LED switch assembly ....................68

Card/bracket assembly ......................69

Speaker ...........................70

System board .........................71

System board option connectors .................71

System board internal connectors .................72

System board external connectors .................73

System board error LEDs ....................74

System board jumpers and switches ................75

Removing the system board ...................76

Top/side cover .........................78

Bezel-release latch .......................79

Handle assembly ........................81

Chapter 6. Symptom-to-FRU index .................83

Beep symptoms ........................83

No-beep symptoms .......................85

POST error codes........................85

Diagnostic error codes ......................90

Diagnostic error LEDs ......................95

Error symptoms ........................95

Hot-swap power-supply LED errors .................103

Service processor error codes ...................104

SCSI error codes .......................104

ServeRAID error codes .....................105

POST (ISPR) error procedures ..................107

Temperature error messages ...................109

Fan error messages ......................109

Power error messages......................110

System shutdown .......................110

Voltage-related system shutdown .................110

Temperature-related system shutdown ...............111

Hard disk drive checkout .....................111

Host built-in self test (BIST) ....................112

Bus fault messages .......................112

Undetermined problems .....................113

Problem determination tips ....................114

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Chapter 7. Parts listing Types 6223 and 6227 ............115

System ...........................116

System replaceable units .....................117

Recovery CD (Windows XP) ...................121

Keyboards (CRUs) .......................121

Power cords (CRUs) ......................122

Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance ..........125

Before you call ........................125

Using the documentation .....................125

Getting help and information from the World Wide Web .........126

Software service and support ...................126

Hardware service and support ...................126

Appendix B. Safety information .................127

General safety ........................127

Electrical safety ........................128

Safety inspection guide .....................129

Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices ...........130

Grounding requirements .....................130

Safety notices (multilingual translations) ...............131

Appendix C. Notices ......................161

Edition notice .........................161

Trademarks..........................162

Important notes ........................163

Product recycling and disposal ..................163

Battery return program .....................164

Electronic emission notices ....................164

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement ........164

Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement........165

Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada .......165

European Union EMC Directive conformance statement ........165

Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement 165

Index ............................167

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Chapter 1. Introduction

The IBM IntelliStation Z Pro Types 6223 and 6227 incorporates many of the latest advances in computing technology and can be expanded and upgraded as your needs change.

You can obtain up-to-date information about your computer and other IBM computer products at http://www.ibm.com/pc/intellistation/.

Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.

Notices and statements used in this document

The caution and danger statements that appear in this document are also in the multilingual Safety Information document, which is on the IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD. Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in the Safety Information document.

The following notices and statements are used in this document:

v Notes: These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice. v Important: These notices provide information or advice that might help you avoid

inconvenient or problem situations.

v Attention: These notices indicate potential damage to programs, devices, or

data. An attention notice is placed just before the instruction or situation in which damage could occur.

v Caution: 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.

v Danger: 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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Features and specifications

The following table provides a summary of the features and specifications of your computer. Depending on your model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply.

Table 1. Features and specifications

Microprocessor:

v Supports up to two Intel

microprocessors

v 1 MB Level-2 cache v 800 MHz front-side bus (FSB)

Memory:

v Minimum: 512 MB v Maximum: 8 GB (depending on your

configuration)

v Type: PC2-3200 double-data-rate 2

(DDR2) registered

v Connectors: six dual inline memory

module (DIMM) connectors

Internal Drives:

v Hard disk drive: SCSI or Serial ATA

(S ATA)

v One of the following optical drives:

– CD-ROM: IDE – DVD/CD-RW combo: IDE – CD-RW: IDE

Expansion bays:

v Three slim-high 3.5-inch drive bays

(one hard disk drive installed in some models)

v Two half-high 5.25-inch bays (optical

drive installed in one bay)

v One slim-high 3.5-inch

removable-media or hard disk drive bay

PCI expansion slots:

v Two 33 MHz/32-bit PCI, 5.0 V

signaling

v Two 100 MHz/64-bit PCI-X slots, 3.3

V signaling

v One 133 MHz/64-bit PCI-X slot, 3.3 V

signaling

v One PCI Express x16 slot

Power supply:

One 530 watts (115-230 V ac)

Cooling:

Four speed-controlled fans

Xeon

Integrated functions:

v Broadcom 5721 10/100/1000 Ethernet

controller with RJ-45 Ethernet connector

v Integrated RAID capability v Integrated SCSI controller with two

Ultra320 SCSI ports (one internal, one optional external)

v Two serial ports v One parallel port v Dual port Serial ATA controller v Two IEEE 1394A (FireWire) ports

(four-pin on front, six-pin on rear)

v Six Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports

(two on front and four on rear)

v Keyboard port v Mouse port v Audio ports

– Line out (front and rear) – Mic (front and rear) – Line in (rear only)

v ATA-100 single-channel IDE controller

Video adapter: (depending on your model) v NVIDIA Quadro NVS 280 (DMS-59),

PCI Express x16, with 64 MB DDR synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) video memory and dual analog connectors (or dual digital monitor capability with the purchase of an additional pigtail cable)

v NVIDIA Quadro FX 1300 (DVI-I), PCI

Express x16, with 128 MB DDR SDRAM video memory with dual DVI-I connectors

v NVIDIA Quadro FX 3400 (DVI-I), PCI

Express x16, with 256 MB GDDR3 SDRAM video memory with dual DVI-I connectors

Electrical input:

v Sine-wave input (50 or 60 Hz) required v Input voltage and frequency ranges

automatically selected

v Input voltage low range:

– Minimum: 90 V ac – Maximum: 137 V ac

v Input voltage high range:

– Minimum: 180 V ac – Maximum: 265 V ac

v Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA)

approximately: – Minimum: 0.24 kVA – Maximum: 0.86 kVA

Heat output:

Approximate heat output in British thermal units (Btu) per hour:

v Minimum configuration: 787 Btu (230 watts) v Maximum configuration: 2780 Btu (815

watts)

Environment:

v Air temperature:

– Computer on: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F).

Altitude: 0 to 2134 m (7000 ft)

– Computer off: -40° to +60°C (-40° to

140°F). Maximum altitude: 2133 m (7000 ft)

v Humidity (operating and storage): 8% to

80%

Acoustical noise emissions:

v Sound power, idle: 5.0 bel v Sound power, operating: 5.3 bel

Size:

v Height: 469.9 mm (18.5 in.) v Depth: 495.3 mm (19.5 in.) v Width: 215.9 mm (8.5 in.) v Weight: 16.2 kg (36 lb) to 22.6 kg (50 lb)

depending upon configuration

Notes:

1. Power consumption and heat output vary depending on the number and type of optional features installed and the power-management optional features in use.

2. These levels were measured in controlled acoustical environments according to the procedures specified by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) S12.10 and ISO 7779 and are reported in accordance with ISO 9296. Actual sound-pressure levels in a given location might exceed the average values stated because of room reflections and other nearby noise sources. The declared sound-power levels indicate an upper limit, below which a large number of computers will operate.

Chapter 1. Introduction

What your computer offers

Your computer uses the following features and technologies:

v Multiple microprocessor capability

Your computer can be upgraded to a symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) computer through a microprocessor upgrade.

v PCI Express, x16, graphics

Your computer comes with a graphics adapter installed in the PCI Express x16 slot (slot 1). This high-performance adapter supports high resolutions and includes many performance-enhancing features for your operating-system environment.

v Large system-memory capacity

Your computer supports up to 8 GB (when using 2 GB double-rank DIMMs) of system memory. The memory controller provides error correcting code (ECC) support for up to four industry-standard PC2-3200, 1.8 V, 240-pin, 400 megahertz (MHz) (bus speed) registered, double-data-rate (DDR), synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs).

Note: The Microsoft Windows XP operating systems recognize and support a

maximum of 4 GB of system memory.

v Systems-management capabilities

Your computer comes with features that a network administrator or server can use to remotely manage and control the computer. These features include Wake on LAN, Remote Administration, and IBM Director Agent.

The memory controller in your computer provides Chipkill memory protection if the DIMMs are 1 GB or larger. Chipkill memory protection is a technology that protects the computer from a single chip failure on a DIMM.

v Integrated network support

Your computer comes with an integrated Ethernet controller, which supports connection to a 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1-Gbps network. The controller supports Wake on LAN technology.

Reliability, availability, and serviceability features

Three important computer design features are reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS). The RAS features help to ensure the integrity of the data that is stored in your computer, the availability of the computer when you need it, and the ease with which you can diagnose and repair problems.

Your computer has the following RAS features:

v 24 hours a day, 7 days a week v 3-year limited warranty v Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) v Auto-restart initial program load (IPL) power supply v Automatic computer restart after a power failure v Automatic error retry or recovery v Boot-block recovery v Built-in, menu-driven configuration and setup programs

1. Service availability will vary by country. Response time varies; may exclude holidays.

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v Built-in, menu-driven SCSI configuration programs (some models) v Diagnostic programs v Cooling fans with speed-sensing capability v Error codes and messages v Error correcting code (ECC) double-data-rate (DDR) synchronous dynamic

random access memory (SDRAM) with serial presence detect (SPD)

v Hard disk drive partition-based diagnostic programs v Integrated Ethernet controller v Monitoring support for temperatures, voltages, and fan speed v Power-on self-test (POST) v Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) on hard disk drives

for early prediction of failures

v Read-only memory (ROM) checksums v Upgradeable basic input/output system (BIOS) and POST code v Wake on LAN capability

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Controls, LEDs, and connectors

The following illustration shows the controls, LEDs, and front connectors on the IntelliStation Z Pro Types 6223 and 6227 computers. See “Input/output connectors” on page 53 for an illustration and description of the connectors on the rear of the computer.

Power on LED

Power control button

Hard disk drive activity LED

Ethernet transmit/receive activity LED

System error LED

CD-ROM drive activity LED

CD-eject button

Line-out connector

Microphone connector

USB connectors

Power-on LED

When this LED is lit and not flashing, it indicates that the computer is turned on. When this LED is flashing, it indicates that the computer is off and still connected to an ac power source (standby mode).

Power-control button

Press this button to turn the computer on or off.

IEEE 1394A (FireWire) connector

Diskette eject button

Diskette drive activity LED

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Hard disk drive activity LED

When this LED is lit, it indicates that the hard disk drive is in use.

Ethernet transmit/receive activity LED

When this LED is flickering, it indicates that there is activity between the computer and the network. There are two of these LEDs, one on the front and one on the rear of the computer.

Ethernet link status LED

When this LED is lit, it indicates that there is an active connection on the Ethernet port. This LED is located on the rear of the computer.

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System-error LED

When this amber LED is lit, it indicates that a system error has occurred. An LED on the system board is also lit to help isolate the error.

CD-ROM drive activity LED

When this LED is lit, it indicates that the CD-ROM drive is in use.

CD-eject button

Press this button to insert a CD into or remove a CD from the CD-ROM drive.

Line out connector (green)

Use this connector to send audio signals from the computer to external devices, such as speakers with built-in amplifiers, headphones, multimedia keyboards, or the audio line-in jack on a stereo system.

Mic connector (pink)

Use this connector to connect a microphone to your computer when you want to record voices or other sounds on the hard disk. You can also use this connector (and a microphone) with speech recognition software.

USB connectors

Use these connectors to connect USB devices to your computer, using redundant Plug and Play technology.

IEEE 1394A (FireWire) connectors

Use these connectors (four-pin on the front and six-pin on the rear) to connect FireWire devices, such as digital video cameras and external hard disk drives.

Diskette-eject button

Press this button to release a diskette from the diskette drive.

Diskette drive activity LED

When this LED is lit, it indicates that the diskette drive is in use.

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Turning on the computer

Note: When you connect the power cord to the computer and an ac power source,

the power-supply fan will run and continue to run when the computer is in standby mode to provide cooling to the power supply.

When the computer is connected to an ac power source but is not turned on, the operating system does not run, and all core logic is shut down; however, the computer can respond to remote requests to turn on the computer. The power-on LED flashes to indicate that the computer is connected to an ac power source but is not turned on.

Notes:

1. Turn on all external devices, such as the monitor, before turning on the computer.

2. The power-on LED on the front of the computer is lit when the computer is on and while it is being turned on.

Approximately 20 seconds after the computer is connected to ac power, the power-control button becomes active, and you can turn on the computer and start the operating system by pressing the power-control button. The computer can also be turned on in any of the following ways:

v If a power failure occurs while the computer is turned on, the computer will

restart automatically when power is restored.

v When you connect the computer to power for the first time, the Wake on LAN

feature can turn on the computer. If the computer was previously turned on, it must be turned off correctly for the Wake on LAN feature to turn on the computer.

What you see and hear when you start the computer depends on the features that are installed and the settings in the Configuration/Setup Utility program.

If the power-on self-test (POST) detects a problem, there might be a series of beeps or no beep, and a numeric error message might appear on the screen. Write down any beep series and error code numbers with descriptions, and then see Chapter 6, “Symptom-to-FRU index,” on page 83 for an explanation of the error codes.

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Turning off the computer

Note: When you connect the power cord to the computer and an ac power source,

the power-supply fan will run and continue to run when the computer is in standby mode to provide cooling to the power supply.

When you turn off the computer and leave it connected to ac power, the computer can respond to requests, such as a remote request to turn on the computer. To remove all power from the computer, you must disconnect it from the power source.

Some operating systems require an orderly shutdown before you turn off the computer. See your operating-system documentation for information about shutting down the operating system.

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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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The computer can be turned off in any of the following ways: v You can turn off the computer through the operating system. If this feature is

supported by your operating system, it will turn off the computer after performing an orderly shutdown of the operating system.

If you are using the preinstalled Microsoft Windows XP operating system, complete the following steps to shut down the operating system and computer:

1. Save and close all files that you are working with.

2. Close all open applications.

3. Click Start.

4. Click Turn Off Computer; then, click Turn Off to confirm. If you are using the preinstalled Red Hat Linux operating system, complete the

following steps to shut down the operating system and computer:

1. Save and close all files with which you are working.

2. Close all open applications.

3. Click Red Hat Linux Main Menu Button → Logout → Shutdown.

4. Click OK to confirm.

v You can press the power-control button on the front of the computer. It will turn

off the computer after performing an orderly shutdown of the operating system, if this feature is supported by your operating system.

Note: After turning off the computer, wait at least 5 seconds before you press

the power-control button to turn on the computer again.

v You can press and hold the power-control button for more than 4 seconds to

cause an immediate shutdown of the computer. You can use this feature to turn off the computer if the operating system stops functioning.

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Chapter 2. Configuring the computer

Detailed information about configuring the computer is in the IBM IntelliStation Z Pro User’s Guide on the IBM Documentation CD.

The latest information about these programs and the most recent device-driver files are available at http://www.ibm.com/support.

The following configuration programs are available to configure your computer:

v Configuration/Setup Utility program

The Configuration/Setup Utility program is part of the basic input/output system (BIOS) code in your computer. You can use this program to configure serial- and parallel-connector assignments, change interrupt request (IRQ) settings, change the drive startup sequence, set the date and time, and set passwords, and set the chassis-intrusion detector. For more information on how to start this utility, see “Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program” on page 12. For detailed information, see the User’s Guide.

v Boot Menu program

The Boot Menu program is part of the BIOS code in your computer. Use it to temporarily assign a device to be first in the startup sequence, overriding the startup sequence that is set in the Configuration/Setup Utility program.

v Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet Boot Agent

The Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet Boot Agent is part of the BIOS code in your computer. You can use it to configure the network as a startable device, and you can customize where the network startup option appears in your startup sequence. You enable and disable the Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet Boot Agent from the Configuration/Setup Utility program.

v Adaptec

– Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility programs (for Serial ATA RAID)

Use the Array Configuration Utility within the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility programs to configure the integrated Serial ATA (SATA) controller with integrated RAID and the devices that are attached to it.

– SCSISelect Utility program (for SCSI RAID)

Use the SCSI HostRAID feature of the SCSISelect Utility program to configure the integrated SCSI controller with integrated RAID and the devices that are attached to it.

v ServeRAID Manager

ServeRAID Manager is available as a stand-alone program and as an IBM Director extension. If a ServeRAID controller is installed in your computer, use ServeRAID Manager to define and configure your disk-array subsystem before you install your operating system.

v Ethernet controller configuration

Use this selection to configure the integrated Gigabit Ethernet controller, see

v SCSISelect Utility program (some models)

If your computer has a SCSI adapter installed, you can configure the devices that are connected to the optional SCSI adapter. Use this program to change default values, resolve configuration conflicts, and perform a low-level format on a SCSI hard disk drive.

HostRAID™configuration programs

Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program

Complete the following steps to start the Configuration/Setup Utility program:

Note: When you use your computer for the first time, you might want to use the

Configuration/Setup Utility menu choice Load Default Settings to reset the Configuration/Setup Utility menu choices to the factory default settings, in case they were changed before you received the computer. Otherwise, some choices might not appear in the list of menu choices.

1. Turn on the computer and watch the monitor screen. If the computer is already on when you start this procedure, you must shut down the operating system, turn off the computer, wait a few seconds until all in-use LEDs are turned off, and restart the computer.

2. When the message Press F1 for Configuration/Setup appears on the screen during startup, press F1. (This prompt appears on the screen for only a few seconds. You must press F1 quickly.) If you have set both a user password and an administrator password, you must type the administrator password to access the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu.

3. Follow the instructions on the screen.

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Chapter 3. Diagnostics

This chapter provides basic troubleshooting information to help solve some common problems that might occur with the computer.

If you cannot locate and correct the problem using the information in this section, see Appendix A, “Getting help and technical assistance,” on page 125 for more information.

General checkout

Follow the checkout procedure for diagnosing hardware problems. Review the following information before performing the checkout procedure:

v Read Appendix B, “Safety information,” on page 127. v The computer diagnostic programs are stored on the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics

CD. These programs provide the primary methods of testing the major components of the computer. If you are not sure whether a problem is caused by the hardware or by the software, you can run the diagnostic programs to confirm that the hardware is working correctly.

v When you run the diagnostic programs, a single problem might cause several

error messages. If you receive several error messages, correct the cause of the first error message. The other error messages might not occur the next time you run the diagnostic programs.

v Before running the diagnostic programs, you must determine whether the failing

computer is part of a shared hard disk drive cluster (two or more servers sharing external storage devices). If you suspect that it is part of a cluster, you can run all diagnostic programs except the ones that test the storage unit (that is, a hard disk drive in the storage unit) or the storage adapter that is attached to the storage unit. The failing server might be part of a cluster if any of the following conditions is true:

– The customer identifies the failing server as part of a cluster. – One or more external storage units are attached to the failing server and at

least one of the attached storage units is also attached to another server or unidentifiable device.

– One or more servers are located near the failing server.

v Important:

1. For servers that are part of a shared hard disk drive cluster, run one test at a time. Do not run any suite of tests, such as “quick” or “normal” tests, because this could enable the hard disk drive diagnostic tests.

2. If more than one error code is displayed, correct the first error. The other error codes might not occur the next time you run the diagnostic programs.

3. If the server is suspended and a POST error code is displayed, see “POST error codes” on page 85.

4. If the server is suspended and no error message is displayed, see “Error symptoms” on page 95 and “Undetermined problems” on page 113.

5. For information about power-supply problems, see “Power checkout” on page

22.

6. For intermittent problems, check the error log; see “Diagnostic programs and error messages” on page 16.

Complete the following steps to perform the checkout procedure:

001 IS THE SERVER PART OF A CLUSTER?

YES. Schedule maintenance for the system. Shut down all systems related

to the cluster. Run the storage test.

NO. Go to step 002.

002 IF THE SERVER IS NOT PART OF A CLUSTER:

1. Turn off the server and all external devices.

2. Check all cables and power cords.

3. Set all display controls to the middle position.

4. Turn on all external devices.

5. Turn on the server.

6. Record any POST error messages that are displayed on the screen. If an error is displayed, look up the first error in the “POST error codes” on page 85.

7. Check the system-error log.

Note: The system-error log is available only with the Remote

Supervisor Adapter II.

If an error was recorded by the computer, see Chapter 6, “Symptom-to-FRU index,” on page 83.

8. Start the diagnostic programs.

9. Check for the following responses:

v One beep v Readable instructions or the main menu

003 DID YOU RECEIVE BOTH OF THE CORRECT RESPONSES?

NO. Find the failure symptom in Chapter 6, “Symptom-to-FRU index,” on

page 83. YES. Run the diagnostic programs (see “Starting the diagnostic programs

and viewing the test log” on page 17). If you receive an error, see Chapter 6, “Symptom-to-FRU index,” on page

83.

If the diagnostic programs were completed successfully and you still suspect a problem, see “Undetermined problems” on page 113.

Diagnostic tools overview

The following tools are available to help you diagnose and solve hardware-related problems:

v Computer Support flowchart

The Computer Support flowchart on the following page will help you determine how to get help from IBM and register your computer.

v POST beep codes and error messages

The power-on self-test generates beep codes and messages to indicate successful test completion or the detection of a problem. See “Power-on self-test (POST)” on page 15 for more information. Additional information is recorded in the post error logs.

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v Diagnostic programs

The system diagnostic programs are on a hidden partition on the hard disk. These programs are the primary methods of testing the major components of your computer. See “Diagnostic programs and error messages” on page 16 for more information.

v Symptom-to-FRU index

This index problem symptoms and steps to correct each problem. See the Chapter 6, “Symptom-to-FRU index,” on page 83 for more information.

v System-board error LEDs

An LED on the system board might also be lit to help isolate an error indicated by the system error LED on the front of the computer. See “System board error LEDs” on page 74 for more information.

Power-on self-test (POST)

When you turn on the computer, the power-on self-test (POST) performs a series of tests to check the operation of system components and some of the installed options.

If POST finishes without detecting any problems, the first window of your operating system or application program opens.

If POST detects a problem, more than one beep sounds and an error message appears on the screen.

Notes:

1. If you have set a user password, you must type the password and press Enter,

2. A single problem might cause several error messages. When this occurs, work

POST beep codes

Use the following beep code descriptions to help diagnose and solve problems that are detected during startup:

No beeps

Continuous beep

Beep codes for specific failures

when prompted, before the operating system will start.

to correct the cause of the first error message. After you correct the cause of the first error message, the other error messages usually will be resolved the next time you run the test.

If no beep occurs after the computer completes POST, see Chapter 6, “Symptom-to-FRU index,” on page 83.

The startup (boot) microprocessor has failed, or the system board or speaker subsystem might contain a failing component. If the computer continues through POST with no errors, got to “General checkout” on page 13 and run the diagnostic programs. If no video appears, the startup processor has failed.

Beep codes indicating specific system problems. For a list of beep codes, see “Beep symptoms” on page 83.

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POST error messages

POST error messages can appear when a problem is detected during startup. For a complete list of POST messages, see “POST error codes” on page 85.

Diagnostic programs and error messages

Note: When using diagnostics with a USB keyboard and mouse attached, you

must first enable USB emulation. Complete the following steps to enable USB emulation:

1. Restart the computer and press F1 to start the Configuration/Setup Utility.

2. Select Devices and I/O Ports.

3. Select USB Setup.

4. Make sure that the USB keyboard and mouse are enabled.

Diagnostic error messages indicate that there is a problem; they are not intended to be used to identify a failing part. Troubleshooting and servicing complex problems that are indicated by error messages must be performed by trained service personnel.

Sometimes the first error to occur causes additional errors. In this case, the computer displays more than one error message. Always follow the suggested action instructions for the first error message that appears.

Text messages

The diagnostic text message format is as follows:

result test_specific_string

where:

result is one of the following results:

Passed

This test was completed without any errors.

Failed This test discovered an error. User Aborted

You stopped the test before it was completed.

Not Applicable

You attempted to test a device that is not present in the computer.

Aborted

The test could not proceed because of the computer configuration.

Warning

A possible problem was reported during the test (for example, a device that was to be tested is not installed).

test_specific_string

is an error code or other information about the error.

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Starting the diagnostic programs and viewing the test log

The IBM Enhanced Diagnostics programs isolate problems from the computer hardware and software. The programs run independently of the operating system. This method of testing is generally used when other methods are not accessible or have not been successful in isolating a problem suspected to be hardware related.

Complete the following steps to view the test log.

Note: If you are already running the Enhanced Diagnostics program, begin with

step 4.

1. Start the Enhanced Diagnostics programs. v To start the Enhanced Diagnostics programs in a Windows operating system,

complete the following steps: a. Restart the computer and when the message To start the Product

Recovery program is displayed, quickly press F11.

b. Select System utilities. c. Select Run diagnostics to start the diagnostics programs.

v To start the Enhanced Diagnostics programs in Red Hat Linux operating

system, complete the following steps: a. Restart the computer. b. When the operating system selection menu is displayed, select IBM

Preload Recovery & Diagnostics.

c. Select Run diagnostics to start the diagnostics programs.

(Optionally, insert the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette and restart the computer.)

2. Run the applicable diagnostics program and when the Diagnostic Programs screen appears, select Utility.

3. Select View Test Log from the list; then, follow the instructions on the screen. The test log records data about system failures and other pertinent information.

The test log will not contain any information until after the diagnostic program has run.

4. Save the test log to a file on a diskette or to your hard disk.

Notes:

a. To save the test log to a diskette, you must use a diskette that you have

formatted yourself; this function does not work with preformatted diskettes. If the diskette has sufficient space for the test log, the diskette can contain other data.

b. The system maintains the test-log data only while the Enhanced Diagnostics

program is running. When you end the Enhanced Diagnostics program, the test log is cleared.

For a complete list of diagnostic error messages, see “Diagnostic error codes” on page 90.

Small computer system interface (SCSI) messages

If you receive a SCSI error message when running the SCSISelect Utility program, it might be the result of any of the following problems:

v A failing SCSI device (adapter or drive) v An incorrect SCSI configuration

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v Duplicate SCSI IDs in the same SCSI chain v An incorrectly installed SCSI terminator v A defective SCSI terminator v An incorrectly installed cable v A defective cable

To solve the problem, make sure that: v The external SCSI devices are turned on. External SCSI devices must be turned

on before the computer.

v The cables for all external SCSI devices are connected correctly. v The last device in each SCSI chain is terminated correctly. v The SCSI devices are configured correctly.

If the problem remains, run the diagnostic programs to obtain additional information about the failing device.

Note: If the computer does not have a SCSI hard disk drive, ignore any message

that indicates that the BIOS code is not installed.

PC-Doctor for Windows

Your computer contains PC-Doctor for Windows, which is designed specifically for the Windows operating environment. Because these diagnostics work with the operating system, they test hardware and analyze certain software components. These diagnostic programs are especially useful for isolating operating-system and device-driver problems.

Complete the following steps to use PC-Doctor for Windows:

1. On the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → PC-Doctor.

2. Follow the instructions on the screen. Help is available online.

Updating (flash-updating) the BIOS code on the computer

Periodically, IBM might post new levels of BIOS code on the Web. Always check the IBM Support Web site at http://www.ibm.com/support for the latest level of BIOS code, device drivers, documentation, and hints and tips. You can use one of the following methods to update (flash) the BIOS code on the computer:

v Download the BIOS code update file directly to the hard disk. v Download the BIOS code update file to a diskette (attach an external Universal

Serial Bus [USB] portable diskette drive if you have not installed an integrated diskette drive); then, update the BIOS code on the computer.

You can order an optional IBM USB Portable Diskette Drive such as part number 05K9276. For a list of supported options for your computer, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/compat/.

v Download the BIOS code update file to a CD using a writable optional device

(CD-RW drive); then, start the computer with the CD in the CD-ROM drive to update the BIOS code on the computer.

One file is available for each method. The description next to each file indicates the type of medium to which you can download the file. A readme file is available with instructions for installing the BIOS code update.

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Complete the following steps to download the BIOS (flash) update files:

1. http://www.ibm.com/support.

2. In the Downloads category, click Downloads & drivers.

3. In the Brand field, select IntelliStation.

4. In the Family field, select IntelliStation Z Pro.

5. In the Type field, select 6223 and click Continue.

6. In the Filter by category field, select BIOS (system).

7. Scroll down and select the applicable file for your operating system.

8. Select the file for the type of medium you want to use; then, download the file and install it.

9. Restart the computer.

See the readme file for additional information about how to install the image files.

Note: Always reset the Configuration/Setup Utility program to the default values

after updating the BIOS code.

Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure

Notes:

1. You can download a file to create the POST/BIOS recovery diskette or CD from http://www.ibm.com/support on the World Wide Web. For more information, see Appendix A, “Getting help and technical assistance,” on page 125.

2. To create and use a diskette, you must add a diskette drive to your computer. To enable a USB diskette drive, follow these steps:

a. Enable the Legacy USB Support option under the Startup Option menu

choice in the Configuration/Setup Utility program. b. Set your removable media device as the first startup device. c. Select the removable media device you want to boot from and move it to the

top of the Removable Devices list.

If power to your computer is interrupted while POST/BIOS code is being updated (flash update), the computer might not restart (reboot) correctly or might not display video (no video). If this happens, complete the following steps:

1. Review the safety information beginning on page 127 and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 23.

2. Turn off the computer and all attached devices.

3. Disconnect the power cord.

4. Remove the cover and support bracket.

5. Locate the boot block recovery jumper (JCON1) on the system board. The following illustration shows the location of the boot block jumper on the system board.

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Default (pins 1 and 2)

BIOS crisis recovery (no jumper)

3 2 1 3 2 1

(JCON1)

CMOS

(JCMOS1)

data

Default (pins 1 and 2)

Clear CMOS data (pins 2 and 3)

6. Remove the boot block recovery jumper from pins 1 and 2.

7. Replace any adapters that were removed; then, replace the support bracket and replace the cover.

8. Connect the computer to a power source, keyboard, monitor, and mouse.

9. Insert the POST/BIOS update (flash) recovery diskette or CD into the diskette drive or CD-ROM drive.

10. Turn on the computer and the monitor.

11. After the update session is completed, turn off the computer and monitor.

12. Remove the diskette or CD from the diskette drive or CD-ROM drive.

13. Disconnect all power cords; then, remove the computer cover.

14. Return the boot block recovery jumper to pins 1 and 2.

15. Replace the computer cover; then, reconnect all external cables and power cords and turn on the peripheral devices.

16. Turn on the computer to restart the operating system.

Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS)

This section applies to lost or forgotten passwords. More information about lost or forgotten passwords is available in Access IBM.

Complete the following steps to set the CMOS recovery jumper and erase a forgotten password:

1. Review the safety information beginning on page 127 and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 23.

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