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Power Systems

System backplane for the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D

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Power Systems

System backplane for the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D

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Note

Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in “Safety notices” on page v, “Notices” on page 89, the IBM Systems Safety Notices manual, G229-9054, and the IBM Environmental Notices and User Guide, Z125–5823.

This edition applies to IBM Power Systems servers that contain the POWER7 processor and to all associated models.

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

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Safety notices ................................. v

System backplane .............................. 1

Removing and replacing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or

8268-E1D system backplane ........................... 3

Removing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D system backplane....... 3

Replacing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D system backplane ...... 15

Common procedures for installable features ................... 33

Before you begin ................................. 33

Identifying a part ................................. 35

Control panel LEDs................................ 35

Identifying a failing part in an AIX system or logical partition ................. 37

Locating a failing part in an AIX system or logical partition ................. 37

Activating the indicator light for the failing part ..................... 37

Deactivating the failing-part indicator light ....................... 37

Identifying a failing part in an IBM i system or logical partition ................. 37

Activating the failing-part indicator light ....................... 38

Deactivating the failing-part indicator light ....................... 38

Identifying a failing part in a Linux system or logical partition ................. 39

Locating a failing part in a Linux system or logical partition ................. 39

Finding the location code of a failing part in a Linux system or logical partition .......... 39

Activating the indicator light for the failing part ..................... 40

Deactivating the failing-part indicator light ....................... 40

Locating a failing part in a Virtual I/O Server system or logical partition.............. 40

Identifying a part by using the Virtual I/O Server .................... 40

Starting the system or logical partition .......................... 41

Starting a system that is not managed by an HMC or an SDMC ................. 41

Starting a system or logical partition by using the HMC ................... 42

Starting a system or virtual server by using the SDMC .................... 42

Stopping a system or logical partition .......................... 43

Stopping a system that is not managed by an HMC or an SDMC ................ 43

Stopping a system by using the HMC ......................... 44

Stopping a system by using the SDMC ......................... 45

Enabling enclosure indicators ............................. 45

Removing and replacing covers on the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D system 46

Removing the service access cover from the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D 46

Installing the service access cover on the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D .. 47 Placing the rack-mounted 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D system into the service

position or operating position ............................. 47

Placing the rack-mounted 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D into the service

position ................................... 47

Placing the rack-mounted 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D into the operating

position ................................... 48

Disconnecting the power cords from the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D ... 50

Connecting the power cords to the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D ..... 50

Installing a part by using the HMC ........................... 51

Removing a part by using the HMC ........................... 52

Replacing a part by using the HMC ........................... 52

Installing a part by using the SDMC ........................... 52

Removing a part by using the SDMC........................... 53

Replacing a part by using the SDMC ........................... 53

Verifying the installed part .............................. 54

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Verifying an installed feature or replaced part in an AIX system or logical partition .......... 54

Verifying the installed part in an IBM i system or logical partition ................ 56

Deactivating the failing-part indicator light ....................... 57

Verifying the installed part in a Linux system or logical partition ................ 57

Verifying an installed part by using stand-alone diagnostics .................. 57

Verifying the installed part by using the HMC....................... 59

Activating and deactivating LEDs by using the HMC ................... 59

Deactivating a system attention LED or partition LED by using the HMC ........... 59

Activating or deactivating an identify LED by using the HMC ............... 60

Viewing serviceable events by using the HMC...................... 60

Verifying the installed part by using the SDMC ...................... 61

Activating and deactivating LEDs by using the SDMC ................... 61

Deactivating a system attention LED or partition LED by using the SDMC ........... 61

Activating or deactivating an identify LED by using the SDMC ............... 62

Viewing serviceable events by using the SDMC ..................... 62

Verifying an installed part or replaced part on a system or logical partition by using Virtual I/O Server tools 63

Verifying the installed part by using VIOS ....................... 63

Verify the replacement part by using VIOS ....................... 63

Verifying a repair ................................. 65

Verifying the repair in AIX ............................. 66

Verifying a repair by using an IBM i system or logical partition ................. 69

Verifying the repair in Linux ............................ 71

Verifying the repair from the management console ..................... 71

Closing a service call ................................ 73

Closing a service call by using AIX or Linux ....................... 77

Closing a service call by using Integrated Virtualization Manager ................ 81

Activating and deactivating LEDs ............................ 85

Deactivating a system attention LED or partition LED by using the management console ........ 86

Activating or deactivating an identify LED by using the management console ............ 87

Deactivating a system attention LED or logical partition LED by using the Advanced System Management

Interface ................................... 87

Activating or deactivating an identify LED by using the Advanced System Management Interface ..... 88

Notices ................................... 89

Trademarks ................................... 90

Electronic emission notices .............................. 90

Class A Notices ................................. 90

Class B Notices ................................. 94

Terms and conditions ................................ 97

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Safety notices

Safety notices may be printed throughout this guide: v DANGER notices call attention to a situation that is potentially lethal or extremely hazardous to

people.

v CAUTION notices call attention to a situation that is potentially hazardous to people because of some

existing condition.

v Attention notices call attention to the possibility of damage to a program, device, system, or data.

World Trade safety information

Several countries require the safety information contained in product publications to be presented in their national languages. If this requirement applies to your country, safety information documentation is included in the publications package (such as in printed documentation, on DVD, or as part of the product) shipped with the product. The documentation contains the safety information in your national language with references to the U.S. English source. Before using a U.S. English publication to install, operate, or service this product, you must first become familiar with the related safety information documentation. You should also refer to the safety information documentation any time you do not clearly understand any safety information in the U.S. English publications.

Replacement or additional copies of safety information documentation can be obtained by calling the IBM Hotline at 1-800-300-8751.

German safety information

Das Produkt ist nicht für den Einsatz an Bildschirmarbeitsplätzen im Sinne § 2 der Bildschirmarbeitsverordnung geeignet.

Laser safety information

IBM®servers can use I/O cards or features that are fiber-optic based and that utilize lasers or LEDs.

Laser compliance

IBM servers may be installed inside or outside of an IT equipment rack.

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DANGER

When working on or around the system, observe the following precautions:

Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the IBM provided power cord. Do not use the IBM

provided power cord for any other product.

v Do not open or service any power supply assembly. v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration

of this product during an electrical storm.

v The product might be equipped with multiple power cords. To remove all hazardous voltages,

disconnect all power cords.

v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. Ensure that the outlet

supplies proper voltage and phase rotation according to the system rating plate.

v Connect any equipment that will be attached to this product to properly wired outlets. v When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables. v Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage. v Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems, networks, and modems before

you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures.

v Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following procedures when installing, moving,

or opening covers on this product or attached devices. To Disconnect:

1. Turn off everything (unless instructed otherwise).

2. Remove the power cords from the outlets.

3. Remove the signal cables from the connectors.

4. Remove all cables from the devices.

To Connect:

1. Turn off everything (unless instructed otherwise).

2. Attach all cables to the devices.

3. Attach the signal cables to the connectors.

4. Attach the power cords to the outlets.

5. Turn on the devices.

(D005)

DANGER

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Observe the following precautions when working on or around your IT rack system:

v Heavy equipment–personal injury or equipment damage might result if mishandled. v Always lower the leveling pads on the rack cabinet. v Always install stabilizer brackets on the rack cabinet. v To avoid hazardous conditions due to uneven mechanical loading, always install the heaviest

devices in the bottom of the rack cabinet. Always install servers and optional devices starting from the bottom of the rack cabinet.

v Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces. Do not place objects on top

of rack-mounted devices.

v Each rack cabinet might have more than one power cord. Be sure to disconnect all power cords in

the rack cabinet when directed to disconnect power during servicing.

v Connect all devices installed in a rack cabinet to power devices installed in the same rack

cabinet. Do not plug a power cord from a device installed in one rack cabinet into a power device installed in a different rack cabinet.

v An electrical outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardous voltage on the metal parts of

the system or the devices that attach to the system. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that the outlet is correctly wired and grounded to prevent an electrical shock.

CAUTION v Do not install a unit in a rack where the internal rack ambient temperatures will exceed the

manufacturer's recommended ambient temperature for all your rack-mounted devices.

v Do not install a unit in a rack where the air flow is compromised. Ensure that air flow is not

blocked or reduced on any side, front, or back of a unit used for air flow through the unit.

v Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit so that

overloading of the circuits does not compromise the supply wiring or overcurrent protection. To provide the correct power connection to a rack, refer to the rating labels located on the equipment in the rack to determine the total power requirement of the supply circuit.

v (For sliding drawers.) Do not pull out or install any drawer or feature if the rack stabilizer brackets

are not attached to the rack. Do not pull out more than one drawer at a time. The rack might become unstable if you pull out more than one drawer at a time.

v (For fixed drawers.) This drawer is a fixed drawer and must not be moved for servicing unless

specified by the manufacturer. Attempting to move the drawer partially or completely out of the rack might cause the rack to become unstable or cause the drawer to fall out of the rack.

(R001)

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CAUTION: Removing components from the upper positions in the rack cabinet improves rack stability during relocation. Follow these general guidelines whenever you relocate a populated rack cabinet within a room or building:

v Reduce the weight of the rack cabinet by removing equipment starting at the top of the rack

cabinet. When possible, restore the rack cabinet to the configuration of the rack cabinet as you received it. If this configuration is not known, you must observe the following precautions:

– Remove all devices in the 32U position and above. – Ensure that the heaviest devices are installed in the bottom of the rack cabinet. – Ensure that there are no empty U-levels between devices installed in the rack cabinet below the

32U level.

v If the rack cabinet you are relocating is part of a suite of rack cabinets, detach the rack cabinet from

the suite.

v Inspect the route that you plan to take to eliminate potential hazards. v Verify that the route that you choose can support the weight of the loaded rack cabinet. Refer to the

documentation that comes with your rack cabinet for the weight of a loaded rack cabinet.

v Verify that all door openings are at least 760 x 230 mm (30 x 80 in.). v Ensure that all devices, shelves, drawers, doors, and cables are secure. v Ensure that the four leveling pads are raised to their highest position. v Ensure that there is no stabilizer bracket installed on the rack cabinet during movement. v Do not use a ramp inclined at more than 10 degrees. v When the rack cabinet is in the new location, complete the following steps:

– Lower the four leveling pads. – Install stabilizer brackets on the rack cabinet. – If you removed any devices from the rack cabinet, repopulate the rack cabinet from the lowest

position to the highest position.

v If a long-distance relocation is required, restore the rack cabinet to the configuration of the rack

cabinet as you received it. Pack the rack cabinet in the original packaging material, or equivalent. Also lower the leveling pads to raise the casters off of the pallet and bolt the rack cabinet to the pallet.

(R002)

(L001)

(L002)

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(L003)

All lasers are certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter J for class 1 laser products. Outside the U.S., they are certified to be in compliance with IEC 60825 as a class 1 laser product. Consult the label on each part for laser certification numbers and approval information.

CAUTION: This product might contain one or more of the following devices: CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive, DVD-RAM drive, or laser module, which are Class 1 laser products. Note the following information:

v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to

hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device.

v Use of the controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein

might result in hazardous radiation exposure.

(C026)

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CAUTION: Data processing environments can contain equipment transmitting on system links with laser modules that operate at greater than Class 1 power levels. For this reason, never look into the end of an optical fiber cable or open receptacle. (C027)

CAUTION: This product contains a Class 1M laser. Do not view directly with optical instruments. (C028)

CAUTION: Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following information: laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam. (C030)

CAUTION: The battery contains lithium. To avoid possible explosion, do not burn or charge the battery.

Do Not:

v ___ Throw or immerse into water v ___ Heat to more than 100°C (212°F) v ___ Repair or disassemble

Exchange only with the IBM-approved part. Recycle or discard the battery as instructed by local regulations. In the United States, IBM has a process for the collection of this battery. For information, call 1-800-426-4333. Have the IBM part number for the battery unit available when you call. (C003)

Power and cabling information for NEBS (Network Equipment-Building System) GR-1089-CORE

The following comments apply to the IBM servers that have been designated as conforming to NEBS (Network Equipment-Building System) GR-1089-CORE:

The equipment is suitable for installation in the following:

v Network telecommunications facilities v Locations where the NEC (National Electrical Code) applies

The intrabuilding ports of this equipment are suitable for connection to intrabuilding or unexposed wiring or cabling only. The intrabuilding ports of this equipment must not be metallically connected to the interfaces that connect to the OSP (outside plant) or its wiring. These interfaces are designed for use as intrabuilding interfaces only (Type 2 or Type 4 ports as described in GR-1089-CORE) and require isolation from the exposed OSP cabling. The addition of primary protectors is not sufficient protection to connect these interfaces metallically to OSP wiring.

Note: All Ethernet cables must be shielded and grounded at both ends.

The ac-powered system does not require the use of an external surge protection device (SPD).

The dc-powered system employs an isolated DC return (DC-I) design. The DC battery return terminal shall not be connected to the chassis or frame ground.

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System backplane

Learn how to install, remove, and replace a system backplane.

The following procedures describe the removal and replacement of the system backplane. Replacing this field-replaceable unit (FRU) must be completed by an authorized service representative.

To complete these procedures, you need to print the following topics. If the IBM Systems Hardware Information Center is available on a PC or a notebook that is close to the system on which you are servicing parts, you can use the online version.

v Fans v GX adapters v Host Ethernet Adapters v Memory modules v PCI adapters v Power interlock switch v Power supplies v System processor module v Voltage regulator module

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Removing and replacing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D system backplane

Learn how to remove or replace the IBM Power®710 Express (8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, or 8268-E1D) and the IBM Power 730 Express (8231-E2B, 8231-E2C, or 8231-E2D) system backplane.

Removing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D system backplane

Learn how to remove the system backplane from a server to replace a failing part or as part of another service procedure.

Notes:

v Before you begin this procedure, ensure that you have authority to log in as an authorized service

provider. The authority levels are described in ASMI authority levels.

v Identify the system that you will be working on by using the identify the system process to turn on the

system locate (blue) indicator. For more information, see Control panel LEDs.

If your system is managed by the Hardware Management Console (HMC), use the HMC to remove the system backplane. For instructions, see Removing a part using the Hardware Management Console.

If your system is managed by the IBM Systems Director Management Console (SDMC), use the SDMC to remove the system backplane. For instructions, see Removing a part using the Systems Director Management Console.

If you do not have an HMC or an SDMC, complete the following steps to remove the system backplane:

1. Access the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI).

The ASMI is the interface to the service processor that is required to perform general and administrator-level service tasks, such as reading service processor error logs, reading vital product data, setting up the service processor, and controlling the system power. The ASMI might also be referred to as the service processor menus. To access the ASMI, see Accessing the Advanced System Management Interface. After you have accessed the ASMI, continue with the next step.

2. Check and record the System Enclosure Type and Feature Code.

The enclosure serial number is a seven-digit number that is printed on a bar-coded label on the system unit.

Note: The feature code number for the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D system backplane is 78AB-001.

3. Record the bootlist settings by using the Systems Management Services (SMS).

4. Check and record the server settings.

Before replacing this field-replaceable unit (FRU), check and record all server settings since you might need to update the system after you replace this FRU. This can be done through the ASMI.

a. Check and record the server firmware level that is indicated on the right edge of the status

frame, the area where the Log out button is located. You might need to update the system to the latest server firmware code level after you replace this FRU.

b. Check and record the service processor settings that you previously set using the ASMI. You will

need to reset these service processor settings after you update this FRU or the default settings will be used. It is recommended you record these settings, however you may not need to reenter all of them after you replace this FRU.

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c. Record System Power Control settings:

1) In the navigation area, select Power Restart/Control > Power On/Off settings.

2) Manually record the values of system diagnostic level for the next boot, firmware boot side

for the next boot, system operating mode, server firmware start policy, system power off policy, and default partition environment.

d. Record System Service Aids settings:

1) In the navigation area, select System Service Aids > System Dump.

2) Manually record the system dump policy, hardware content, and server firmware content

settings.

3) In the navigation area, select System Service Aids > Service Processor Dump.

4) Manually record the service processor dump setting.

e. Record System Configuration settings:

1) In the navigation area, select System Configuration settings > System Name.

2) Manually record the system name.

Note: For systems ordered with feature code 2319, the Field Core Override (FCO) setting must be recorded. For more information, see Field core override function overview.

3) In the navigation area, select System Configuration settings > Hardware Deconfiguration >

Field Core Override.

4) Manually record the current FCO setting.

f. Record Network Services settings:

1) In the navigation area, select Network Services > Network Configuration.

2) Manually record the service processor IP addresses for eth0 and eth1, including subnet mask,

default gateway, DNS server addresses, and type of IP address.

3) In the navigation area, select Network Services > Network Access.

4) Manually record the allowed and denied IP addresses.

g. Record Performance Option settings:

1) In the navigation area, select Performance Setup > Logical Memory Block Size.

2) Manually record the logical memory block size.

3) In the navigation area, select Performance Setup > System Memory Page Setup.

4) Manually record the huge page size.

h. Record Login Profile settings:

1) In the navigation area, select Login Profile > Update Installed Languages.

2) Manually record the currently installed languages.

i. Record Vital Product Data information:

1) In the navigation area, select System Configuration > Program Vital Product Data > System

Brand.

2) Manually record the value for the system brand, which appears in the right pane.

3) In the navigation area, select System Configuration > Program Vital Product Data > System

Keywords.

4) Manually record the machine type-model, system serial number, system unique ID values,

reserved, and RB keyword0.

5) In the navigation area, select System Configuration > Program Vital Product Data > System

Enclosures.

j. Record Enclosure information:

1) In the right pane, select the Enclosure location: UXXXX.YYY.ZZZZ and click Continue.

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2) Manually record the values of enclosure location, feature code/sequence number, enclosure

serial number, and reserved.

k. Record any service processor settings that you might have set using the operating system

commands.

5. Shut down the partitions and power off the system.

This FRU cannot be serviced concurrently. Every partition must be shut down, and the system must be powered off to continue the repair. Authorization must come from the customer to shut down all running partitions and to power off the system. If the customer does not allow the partitions to be shut down or the system to be powered off, delay the service procedure. If the customer is using a secondary management console to manage the system, ensure that the customer is not powering on the system at this time. For instructions, see Stopping a system or logical partition.

6. Disconnect the power source from the system by unplugging the system.

Note: This system is optionally equipped with a second power supply. Before continuing with this procedure, ensure that the power source to the system has been completely disconnected.

(L003)

7. Disconnect the external cables from the system. Label and disconnect the external cables that are

connected to the system you are servicing.

8. Place the system into the service position. For instructions, see Placing the rack-mounted 8231-E2B,

8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D into the service position.

9. Remove the service access cover. For instructions, see Removing the service access cover from the

8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D .

10. Attach the wrist strap.

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Attention:

Attach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging your hardware.

When using a wrist strap, follow all electrical safety procedures. A wrist strap is for static control. It does not increase or decrease your risk of receiving electric shock when using or working on electrical equipment.

If you do not have a wrist strap, prior to removing the product from ESD packaging and installing or replacing hardware, touch an unpainted metal surface of the system for a minimum of 5 seconds.

11. Remove the memory modules. For instructions, see Removing memory modules from the 8231-E2B,

8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D.

12. Remove the GX adapters.

For instructions, see Removing GX adapters from the 8231-E2B with the power turned off. For instructions, see Removing GX adapters from the 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D

with the power turned off.

13. Remove the PCI adapters. For instructions, see Removing a PCI adapter from the 8231-E2B,

8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D with the power off.

14. Remove the RAID card P1-C12 (8231-E2B only), if present.

Remove the RAID card P1-C13, if present. Remove the RAID card P1-C18, if present

15. Remove the Host Ethernet card from the 8231-E2B. For instructions, see Removing the 8231-E2B Host

Ethernet Adapter with the power off.

16. Remove the voltage regulator module. For instructions, see Removing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C,

8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D voltage regulator module.

17. Remove the fans. For instructions, see Removing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C,

8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D system unit fans.

18. Remove the power supplies. For instructions, see Removing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D,

8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D power supply with the power turned off.

19. Disconnect all internal cables from the system backplane. Examples of the cables to disconnect

follow:

a. Disconnect the operator panel cable (A). See Figure 1 on page 7.

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Figure 1. Disconnecting the operator panel cable

b. Disconnect the SAS cable:

1) Press the side tab (B) and pull out the SAS shroud from the external SAS connection port on

the disk drive backplane. See Figure 2 on page 8.

2) Pull out the SAS cable (C) from the system.

3) Press the latch for the SAS connection port (A) and then dislodge the SAS cable (C) out of the

system backplane.

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Figure 2. Removing the external SAS port

c. Disconnect the media device cables (A). See Figure 3.

Figure 3. Disconnecting the media device cables

20. Remove the disk drive cage:

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a. Grasp the disk drive latches and pull it upward to unlock the disk drive cage. b. Grasp the handles and pull the disk drive cage toward you. See Figure 4.

Figure 4. Removing the disk drive cage

21. Remove the voltage regulator guide and air divider. See Figure 5 on page 10 or Figure 6 on page 10.

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Figure 5. Removing the voltage regulator guide and air divider from the 8231-E2B

Figure 6. Removing the voltage regulator guide and air divider from the 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D

22. Remove the dual inline memory module (DIMM) cage:

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a. Remove the six screws that secure the DIMM cage (A). See Figure 7. b. Remove the DIMM cage by lifting upward.

Figure 7. Removing the DIMM cage

23. Remove the front fan cable. See Figure 8 on page 12.

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Figure 8. Removing the front fan cable

24. Remove the power interlock switch. For instructions, see Removing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C,

8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D power interlock switch with the power off.

25. Remove the vital product data card. For instructions, see Removing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C,

8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D vital product data card.

26. Remove the storage interposer card. For instructions, see Removing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C,

8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D storage interposer card with the power off.

27. Remove the second voltage regulator module, if present. For instructions, see Removing the

8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D voltage regulator module.

28. Remove the metal guide bracket for the second voltage regulator module: a. Remove the two screws securing the bracket to the chassis. b. Lift the bracket from the chassis.

29. Remove the middle fan cage. For instructions, see Removing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D,

8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D middle fan cage.

30. Remove the system processor modules. For instructions, see Removing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D system processor module.

31. Remove the system backplane.

Note: Use care when removing the system backplane. Do not lift the system backplane by any of the attached modules.

a. Remove the screws (A). See Figure 9 on page 13 or Figure 10 on page 13.

Note: Do not remove any of the Torx screws. Remove only the five hex and slot combination

screws.

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Figure 9. Removing the system backplane (five screws for 8231-E2B)

Figure 10. Removing the system backplane (four screws for 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D)

b. Grip the system backplane by both heat sink load arms (B). See Figure 11 on page 14 or Figure 12

on page 15.

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c. Lift the front of the system backplane up to clear the front alignment pins (approximately 6.35

mm (1/4 in.)).

d. Slide the system backplane slightly toward the front of the system so that the connectors on the

system backplane clear the rear chassis.

e. After the connectors are clear of the chassis, lift the rear of the system backplane and remove the

system backplane at an angle.

Figure 11. Removing the system backplane from the 8231-E2B

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Figure 12. Removing the system backplane from the 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D

Replacing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D system backplane

Learn how to replace the system backplane that is part of a service action.

To complete this procedure, you must have already completed the removal procedure. For the removal procedure instructions, see Removing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D system backplane.

If your system is managed by the Hardware Management Console (HMC), use the HMC to replace the system backplane. For instructions, see Replacing a part by using the Hardware Management Console.

If your system is managed by the IBM Systems Director Management Console (SDMC), use the SDMC to replace the system backplane. For instructions, see Replacing a part by using the Systems Director Management Console.

If you do not have an HMC or an SDMC, complete the following steps to replace the system backplane:

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Attention:

Attach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging your hardware.

If you do not have a wrist strap, prior to removing the product from ESD packaging and installing or replacing hardware, touch an unpainted metal surface of the system for a minimum of 5 seconds.

1. Replace the system backplane.

Note: Use care when you replace the system backplane. a. Carefully grasp the replacement system backplane by both of the heat sink load arms (A). See

Figure 13 or Figure 14 on page 17.

b. Lower the system backplane at an angle, biased toward the front of the system chassis. c. Lower the rear of the system backplane (1), and then slide it toward the rear of the system until

the connectors clear the openings in the chassis.

d. Lower the front of the system backplane (2) onto the alignment pins (B).

Figure 13. Replacing the system backplane in the 8231-E2B

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Figure 14. Replacing the system backplane in the 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D

e. Tighten the screws (C) that secure the system backplane to the system chassis. See Figure 15 or

Figure 16 on page 18.

Figure 15. Replacing the system backplane (five screws for 8231-E2B)

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Figure 16. Replacing the system backplane (four screws for 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D)

2. Replace the system processor modules. For instructions, see Replacing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C,

8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D system processor modules.

3. Replace the middle fan cage. For instructions, see Replacing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D,

8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D middle fan cage.

4. Replace the metal guide bracket for the second voltage regulator module: a. Align the bracket to the pins in the chassis b. Replace the two screws to secure the bracket to the chassis.

5. Replace the second voltage regulator module, if present. For instructions, see Replacing the 8231-E2B,

8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D voltage regulator module.

6. Replace the power interlock switch. For instructions, see Replacing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D power interlock switch with the power off.

7. Replace the storage interposer card. For instructions, see Replacing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D storage interposer card with the power off.

8. Replace the vital product data card. For instructions, see Replacing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D vital product data card.

9. Replace the system unit fans. For instructions, see Replacing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D system unit fans.

10. Connect the fan cable by pressing the fan cable (A) into the fan cable connector. See Figure 17 on

page 19.

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Figure 17. Connecting the fan cable

11. Replace the dual inline memory module (DIMM) cage: a. Lower the DIMM cage into position ensuring that the DIMM cage alignment mark (A) and the

alignment guide (B) are aligned. See Figure 18 on page 20.

b. Insert and tighten the six screws (C) that secure the DIMM cage.

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Figure 18. Replacing the DIMM cage

12. Replace the voltage regulator guide and air divider: a. Lower the voltage regulator guide (A) into place and tighten the three screws (B) that secure it in

place. See Figure 19 on page 21 or Figure 20 on page 21.

b. Lower the air divider (C) into place.

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Figure 19. Replacing the voltage regulator guide air divider in the 8231-E2B

Figure 20. Replacing the voltage regulator guide air divider in the 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D

13. Replace the disk drive cage:

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a. With the disk drive latches extended, push the disk drive cage into the system. See Figure 21. b. Push the disk drive latches toward the system until they lock.

Figure 21. Replacing the disk drive cage

14. Connect the internal cables to backplane: a. Connect the media device cables. Connect the media device cables, if present, by firmly pressing

the cable connectors into the cable receptacles (A). See Figure 22 on page 23.

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Figure 22. Connecting the media device cables

b. Connect the SAS cable:

1) Connect the mini-SAS connector of the SAS cable to the internal SAS connection port (C) on

the storage interposer until it snaps in place. See Figure 23 on page 24.

2) Route the cable (A) in front of the memory riser cage, and along the channel in the side wall

until the SAS port connector is near the opening on the rear of the chassis.

3) Align and guide the slot in the bracket of the SAS port connector (B) over the guide pin in

the chassis, then slide the SAS port connector into the opening on the rear of the chassis until the tab on the bracket snaps in place.

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Figure 23. Replacing the SAS cable

c. Connect the operator panel cable by firmly pressing the cable connectors into the cable

receptacles (A). See Figure 24.

Figure 24. Connecting the operator panel cable

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15. Replace the power supplies. For instructions, see Replacing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D,

8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D power supply with the power turned off or Replacing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D power supply with the power turned on.

16. Replace the memory modules. For instructions, see Replacing memory modules in the 8231-E2B,

8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D.

17. Replace the voltage regulator module. For instructions, see Replacing the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C,

8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D voltage regulator module.

18. Replace the Host Ethernet Adapter (8231-E2B). For instructions, see Replacing the 8231-E2B Host

Ethernet Adapter with the power off.

19. Replace the GX adapters.

For instructions, see Replacing GX adapters for the 8231-E2B. For instructions, see Replacing GX adapters for the 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D.

20. Replace the RAID card P1-C12 (8231-E2B only), if present.

Replace the RAID card P1-C13, if present. Replace the RAID card P1-C18, if present

21. Replace the PCI adapters. For instructions, see Replacing a PCI adapter in the 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C,

8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D with the power off.

22. Replace the service access cover. For instructions, see Installing the service access cover on the

8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D.

23. Place the system in the operating position. For instructions, see Placing the rack-mounted 8231-E2B,

8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D into the operating position.

24. Reconnect all power cords and signal cables.

25. Restore service processor settings.

Is your system managed by a management console?

v Yes: Go to next step. v No: Go to step 28.

26. Restore network connectivity.

The service processor must connect to the network to be accessible from the management console.

How will the IP address of the service processor be managed?

v If the IP address will be automatically obtained from a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

(DHCP) server, go to the next step.

v If the IP address will be manually configured as a static IP address, go to step 28.

27. Restore service processor settings.

Enable network access to the service processor. If the network connection uses the DHCP to establish an IP address, and uses the Management consoles as the DHCP server, no additional configuration is necessary to enable network access to the service processor. Perform the following steps:

a. Ensure that the service processor is connected to the existing service network by verifying that

the management console cable is connected to the management console port on the system backplane.

b. If not already connected, connect all system power cables by plugging them into power outlets.

Note: Do not start the system at this time.

Can you access the service network?

v Yes: Go to step 30 on page 26. v No: Go to step 33 on page 27.

28. Restore service processor settings.

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The Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) is the interface to the service processor that is required to perform general and administrator-level service tasks, such as reading service processor error logs, reading vital product data, setting up the service processor, controlling the system power, and setting service processor network ports. The ASMI may also be referred to as the service processor menus. The ASMI can be accessed through https. Perform the following steps:

a. The control panel can be used in manual mode to display the service processor's IP addresses.

Refer to service functions to get control panel documentation in that case.

b. Connect a client with a web browser directly to the service processor network ports you

previously noted. It could be something like the following URLs:

v https://169.254.2.147 v https://169.254.3.147

Note: In some cases, the IP addresses might be different. For more information, see Function 30.

c. If not already connected, connect all system power cables by plugging them into power outlets.

Note: Do not start the system at this time.

d. Log on to the ASMI with the admin User ID and admin default Password. e. Change the admin user ID Password and the general user ID Password when prompted. f. To configure network access perform the following steps:

1) Click Network Configuration under the Network Services node.

2) On the right pane, configure eth0 and eth1 network interfaces, select Static for the Type of IP

Address field, and set and a Host name, an IP address, a Subnet mask.

29. Restore system processor settings. With the network connection now configured to use static IP address assignments, try to access the

service processor network ports.

Can you access the service network?

v Yes: Go to the next step. v No: Go to step 34 on page 27.

30. Access the ASMI. The ASMI is the interface to the service processor that is required to perform general and

administrator-level service tasks, such as reading service processor error logs, reading vital product data, setting up the service processor, and controlling the system power. The ASMI might also be referred to as the service processor menus. To access the ASMI, see Accessing the Advanced System Management Interface. After you have accessed the ASMI, continue with the next step.

31. Set System Enclosure Type and Feature Code. The enclosure serial number is a seven-digit number printed on a bar-coded label on the system

unit. When the system backplane is replaced, the seven-digit enclosure serial number and feature code number needs to be manually inputted and stored in the new system backplane by using the ASMI.

Note: The feature code number for 8231-E2B, 8231-E1C, 8231-E1D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, or 8268-E1D system backplane is 78AB-001.

Note: To perform this operation, your authority level must be Authorized Service Provider (ID: celogin). To input the enclosure serial number and feature code, complete the following steps:

a. On the ASMI Welcome pane, specify your user ID and password, and click Log in. b. In the navigation area, expand System Configuration > Program Vital Product Data. c. Select System Enclosures. In the right pane, the current system enclosures are displayed. d. On the system being serviced, record the enclosure serial number and feature code printed on the

bar-coded label on the system unit.

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e. Enter the last 7 characters of the enclosure serial number in the Enclosure serial number field. f. Enter the feature code number, including the dash (-), in the Feature Code/Sequence Number

field.

g. Click Save settings to update and save the enclosure serial number and the feature code.

32. Go to step 36 on page 28

33. Restore service processor settings.

If the network connection uses DHCP to establish an IP address, but does not use a management console as the DHCP server, complete the following steps:

a. Complete any network configuration necessary to allow the DHCP server to recognize and assign

an IP address to the service processor.

b. Ensure that the service processor is connected to the existing service network by verifying that

the network cable is connected to the network port.

c. If not already connected, connect all system power cables by plugging them into power outlets.

Note: Do not start the system at this time.

Can you access the service network?

v Yes: Go to step 30 on page 26. v No: Go to the next step.

34. Restore service processor settings.

If you are still not able to access the service network, reset the service processor by pressing the pin-hole switch (E) on the operator panel. See Figure 25 on page 28.

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Figure 25. Pin-hole switch on the operator information panel

35. Go to step 26 on page 25.

36. Restore service processor settings.

Change the password of the admin user ID when prompted by performing the following steps:

a. In the navigation area of the ASMI, expand Login Profile. b. Select Change Password under Login Profile. c. Specify the required information, and click Continue.

As a security measure, you are required to enter your current user password in the Current password for current user ID field.

Note: Passwords can be any combination of up to 64 alphanumeric characters. The default

password for the admin User ID is admin. After your initial login to the ASMI, the admin password must be changed. As a security measure, you are required to enter the password for your user ID in the Current password for current user field.

37. Restore service processor settings.

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Set the system name. The system name can be changed to any valid ASCII string. It does not have to follow the machine type_model_serial number format. To change the system name, complete the following steps:

a. In the navigation area of the ASMI, expand System Configuration. b. Select System Name under System Configuration. c. Enter the desired system name. d. Click Save settings to update the system name to the new value.

The new system name is displayed in the status frame, the area where the Log out button is located. If another method, such as the a management console, is used to change the system name, the status frame does not reflect the change.

38. Restore service processor settings.

To set the time-of-day, complete the following steps:

a. In the navigation area of the ASMI, expand System Configuration. b. Select Time of Day under System Configuration. c. If the system is powered off, the right pane displays a form that shows the current date (month,

day, and year) and time (hours, minutes, and seconds).

d. Change the date, the time, or both, and click Save settings.

39. Restore service processor settings.

Verify that the server firmware level is the same as the level recorded prior to replacing the system backplane. If the level is different, the firmware may have to be reinstalled. For information on installing firmware, see Getting firmware fixes.

40. Restore service processor settings.

Reenter any of the following settings that were previously changed through the ASMI, unless you want to use the default settings.

v System name setting v System Power Control settings v System Service Aids settings v System Configuration settings v Network Services settings v Performance Options settings v Login Profile settings v Boot List settings v Host Ethernet Adapter settings

41. Restore service processor settings. a. Reset any service processor settings that you may have set using operating system commands.

You recorded these settings at the beginning of this procedure.

b. If you choose to reset the Management consoles Access password, perform the following:

To change the HMC access password, select one of the following methods:

1) From the HMC GUI (preferred method): a) Expand the Systems Management folder in the navigation tree pane. b) Double-click the Servers folder. c) Select a server in the central panel. d) Under the Operations folder, select Change Password. e) Provide the desired information and click OK.

2) From the HMC command line, type:

/usr/hmcrbin/chsyspwd -m managedsystem -t access --passwd --newpasswd newpassword

where:

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v The value for managedsystem is the new service processor's managed system name. v No value for --passwd is entered thereby allowing authentication. v The value for newpasswd is the newpassword value.

To change the SDMC access password, complete the following steps:

1) Click the Resources tab, and then click Hosts.

2) Select a server in the right pane.

3) From the Actions menu, click Operations > Change Password.

4) Provide the desired information and click OK.

42. Recover partition data on the service processor.

Profile data stored in the managed server has been cleared or corrupted. To recover profile data, using the HMC, complete the following steps:

a. Expand the Systems Management folder in the navigation tree pane. b. Double-click the Servers folder. c. Use the check box to select a server, in the central panel. d. In the Configuration folder if you have the Manage Partition Data folder, select Restore.

To recover profile data, using the SDMC, complete the following steps:

a. Click the Resources tab, and then click Hosts. b. Select a server in the right pane. c. From the Actions menu, click System Configuration > Manage Partition Data > Restore. d. Select the desired restore option and click OK.

43. Update vital product data.

If your system is running IBM i and is not managed by the management consoles, you must update the load source after replacing the system backplane. To update the load source without using the management consoles, do the following steps:

a. Insert the I_BASE_01 Licensed Internal Code optical media into the device that is defined for the

system and access it to perform an initial program load (IPL).

b. On the control panel change the IPL source to D. c. On the control panel press the Power on button to perform an initial program load (IPL).

Note: This IPL can take several minutes.

d. After the Select a Language Group display is shown, press Enter to select the default language

feature 2924 (English).

Note: To change the language feature, type the language feature that appears on the media that contains the operating system, and then press Enter. Confirm the language feature by pressing Enter.

e. From the Install Licensed Internal Code display, select option 2 (Work with Dedicated Service

Tools (DST)) and press Enter. Use the Dedicated Service Tools to make sure the disk units, including the load source, are

reporting correctly and that there are no errors that might prevent the IPL from disk. When all errors have been resolved and the load source disk is reporting correctly, continue with the next step.

f. From the Work with dedicated service tools (DST) display, select option 2 (Work with disk units)

and press Enter.

g. Select option 8 (Update system vital product data) to identify the location of the load source disk

unit. Press Enter. The Update System Vital Product Data display is shown.

h. Press Enter to confirm that you want the vital product data to be written. i. Press F12 (Previous).

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j. Select Option 4 (Start a service tool). k. From the Work with dedicated service tools (DST) display, select option 4 (Operator panel

functions).

l. From the Operator panel functions display, change the IPL source to 2 (B) and IPL mode to 2

(Normal).

m. Press F8 (Restart) to set the IPL attributes and restart the system.

44. Restore the boot list and Host Ethernet Adapter settings.

The boot list is not present on a new system backplane; therefore, it is necessary to create the boot devices by booting into the system management services (SMS) menus. See Selecting boot options for information on setting the boot device list.

After the operating system is booted, the bootlist command can be used to verify, or make additional changes to, the list of boot devices for a system or partition.

To restore the Host Ethernet Adapter settings, see Configuring physical ports on a Host Ethernet Adapter.

45. Start the system or logical partition. See Starting the system or logical partition.

46. Verify the repair. For more information, see Verifying a repair.

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Common procedures for installable features

This section contains all the common procedures that are related to installing, removing, and replacing features.

Before you begin

Observe these precautions when you are installing, removing, or replacing features and parts.

These precautions are intended to create a safe environment to service your system and do not provide steps for servicing your system. The installation, removal, and replacement procedures provide the step-by-step processes required to service your system.

DANGER

When working on or around the system, observe the following precautions:

provided power cord for any other product.

v Do not open or service any power supply assembly. v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration

of this product during an electrical storm.

v The product might be equipped with multiple power cords. To remove all hazardous voltages,

disconnect all power cords.

v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. Ensure that the outlet

supplies proper voltage and phase rotation according to the system rating plate.

you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures.

v Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following procedures when installing, moving,

or opening covers on this product or attached devices. To Disconnect:

1. Turn off everything (unless instructed otherwise).

2. Remove the power cords from the outlets.

3. Remove the signal cables from the connectors.

4. Remove all cables from the devices.

To Connect:

1. Turn off everything (unless instructed otherwise).

2. Attach all cables to the devices.

3. Attach the signal cables to the connectors.

4. Attach the power cords to the outlets.

5. Turn on the devices.

(D005)

DANGER

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