IBM 8647, eServer xSeries 225 Type 8647 Installation Manual
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xSeries 225
Type 8647
Installation Guide
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IBM xSeries 225
Type 8647
Installation Guide
Note:
Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B,
“IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-07 11/2002”, on page 63 and Appendix C, “Notices”, on
page 79.
Second Edition (August 2003)
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US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract
with IBM Corp.
Contents
Safety ............................v
Chapter 1. Introduction ......................1
The IBM xSeries Documentation CD .................2
Hardware and software requirements ................2
Using the Documentation Browser .................2
Notices and statements used in this publication .............3
Features and specifications .....................4
Major components of your server ..................5
System-board option connectors ...................6
System-board internal connectors ..................7
System-board external connectors ..................7
System-board error LEDs .....................8
Chapter 2. Installing options....................9
Installation guidelines .......................9
System reliability guidelines....................9
Working inside the server with the power on .............10
Handling static-sensitive devices .................10
Removing the side cover .....................11
Removing the bezel .......................12
Removing and installing the support bracket ..............13
Working with adapters ......................14
Adapter considerations .....................14
Installing an adapter ......................15
Cabling an optional SCSI adapter .................18
Installing internal drives ......................19
Internal drive bays ......................19
Preinstallation steps ......................21
Installing a drive in bay 2 ....................21
Installing a non-hot-swap hard disk drive ..............23
Power and signal cables for internal drives .............25
Installing a hot-swap drive .....................26
SCSI IDs for hot-swap hard disk drives ...............27
Installing memory modules ....................28
Installing an additional microprocessor ................30
Installing a security rope clip ....................33
Completing the installation.....................34
Replacing the bezel ......................34
Replacing the side cover ....................35
Cabling the server.......................36
Updating your server configuration.................36
Chapter 3. Server controls, LEDs, and power.............37
Controls and LEDs .......................37
Server power features ......................38
Turning on the server .....................38
Turning off the server .....................39
Chapter 4. Configuring the server .................41
Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD ............41
Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program .............42
Using the RAID configuration programs ................42
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Using the LSI Logic Configuration Utility program ...........43
Using ServeRAID Manager ...................43
Chapter 5. Updating IBM Director .................51
Chapter 6. Solving problems ...................53
Diagnostic tools overview .....................53
Power-on self-test (POST).....................54
POST beep codes ......................54
POST error messages .....................54
ServerGuide problems ......................55
Troubleshooting charts ......................56
CD-ROM drive problems ....................56
Diskette drive problems .....................56
Hark disk drive problems ....................56
Keyboard, mouse, or pointing-device problems ............57
Memory problems .......................57
Microprocessor problems ....................57
Monitor problems .......................58
Power problems .......................59
System-board error LEDs .....................59
Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance ..........61
Before you call .........................61
Using the documentation .....................61
Getting help and information from the World Wide Web ..........61
Software service and support ...................62
Hardware service and support ...................62
Appendix B. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-07 11/2002 ..63
Part 1 - General Terms ......................63
Part 2 - Country-unique Terms ...................66
Part3-Warranty Information ...................77
Appendix C. Notices ......................79
Edition notice .........................79
Trademarks ..........................80
Important notes.........................80
Product recycling and disposal ...................81
Electronic emission notices ....................81
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement .........81
Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement ........82
Australia and New Zealand Class A statement ............82
United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement .........82
European Union EMC Directive conformance statement .........82
Taiwanese Class A warning statement ...............83
Chinese Class A warning statement ................83
Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement . . . 83
Power cords ..........................83
Index ............................87
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Safety
Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.
Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.
Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.
Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.
Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information.
Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.
Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.
Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.
Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.
© Copyright IBM Corp. 2003 v
Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad.
Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.
Statement 1:
DANGER
Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is
hazardous.
To avoid a shock hazard:
v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation,
maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical
storm.
v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical
outlet.
v Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to
this product.
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 table when
installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached
devices.
To Connect: To Disconnect:
1. Turn everything OFF.
2. First, attach all cables to devices.
3. Attach signal cables to connectors.
4. Attach power cords to outlet.
5. Turn device ON.
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1. Turn everything OFF.
2. First, remove power cords from outlet.
3. Remove signal cables from connectors.
4. Remove all cables from devices.
Statement 2
CAUTION:
When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an
equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a
module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made
by the same manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not
properly used, handled, or disposed of.
Do not:
v Throw or immerse into water.
v Heat to more than 100°C (212°F)
v Repair or disassemble
Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
Statement 3
CAUTION:
When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or
transmitters) are installed, note the following:
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 controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Danger
Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the
following. Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with
optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.
Safety vii
Statement 4
≥18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥55 kg (121.2 lb)
CAUTION:
Use safe practices when lifting.
Statement 5:
CAUTION:
The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power
supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device
also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current
from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power
source.
2
1
Statement 8
CAUTION:
Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label
attached.
Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that
has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you
suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician.
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Statement 12:
CAUTION:
The following label indicates a hot surface nearby.
Statement 13:
DANGER
Overloading a branch circuit is potentially a fire hazard and a shock hazard
under certain conditions. To avoid these hazards, ensure that your system
electrical requirements do not exceed branch circuit protection
requirements. Refer to the information that is provided with your device for
electrical specifications.
Statement 15
CAUTION:
Make sure that the rack is secured properly to avoid tipping when the server unit is
extended.
Statement 23
CAUTION:
Do not place any object weighing more than 50 kg (110 lb) on top of rack-mounted
devices.
>50 kg (110 lb)
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Declaración 23
PRECAUCIÓN:
No coloque ningún objeto que pese más de 50 kg (110 libras) encima de los
dispositivos montados en bastidor.
>50 kg (110 libras)
Hinweis 23
ACHTUNG:
Keine Gegenstände, die mehr als 50 kg wiegen, auf Rack-Einheiten ablegen.
>50 kg
Notice nø 23
ATTENTION:
Ne posez pas d’objet dont le poids dépasse 50 kg sur les unités montées en armoire.
>50 kg
Varningsmeddelande 23
VARNING:
Placera inte något föremål som väger mer än 50 kg ovanpå rackmonterade enheter.
>50 kg
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Merknad 23
ADVARSEL:
Ikke sett gjenstander som veier mer enn 50 kg oppå enheter som er montert i et
kabinett.
>50 kg
Avviso 23
ATTENZIONE:
Non poggiare oggetti che pesano più di 50 kg sulla parte superiore delle unità montate
in rack.
>50 kg
Turvaohje 23
Varoitus:
Telineeseen asennettujen laitteiden päälle ei saa asettaa yli 50 kilon painoista esinettä.
>50 kg
Voorschrift 23
WAARSCHUWING:
Plaats geen objecten die meer dan 50 kg wegen op apparaten die in het rek zijn
gemonteerd.
>50 kg
Safety xi
Forskrift 23
Pas på!:
Anbring ikke genstande, der vejer mere end 50 kg, oven på enheder, der er monteret i
rack.
>50 kg
Instrução 23
CUIDADO:
Não coloque nenhum objeto com peso superior a 50 kg (110 lbs.) sobre dispositivos
montados em rack.
>50 kg (110 lbs)
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Instrução 23
CUIDADO:
Não coloque nenhum objeto com peso superior a 50 kg (110 lbs.) sobre dispositivos
montados em rack.
>50 kg (110 lbs)
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.
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Chapter 1. Introduction
This Installation Guide contains instructions for setting up your IBM®Eserver
xSeries
™
225 Type 8647 server and basic instructions for installing some options.
More detailed instructions for installing options are in the Option Installation Guide
on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD, which comes with your server. This
publication contains information about:
v Setting up and cabling your server
v Starting and configuring your server
v Installing some options
v Solving problems
Your server might have features that are not described in the documentation that
you received with the server. The documentation might be updated occasionally to
include information about those features, or technical updates might be available to
provide additional information that is not included in your server documentation.
These updates are available from the IBM Web site. Complete the following steps
to check for updated documentation and technical updates:
1. Go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/.
2. In the Learn section, click Online publications.
3. On the ″Online publications″ page, in the Brand field, select Servers.
4. In the Family field, select xSeries 225.
5. Click Display documents.
™
Your server comes with an IBM ServerGuide
Setup and Installation CD to help
you configure the hardware, install device drivers, and install the operating system.
Your server comes with a limited warranty. You can obtain up-to-date information
about your server and other IBM server products at
http://www.ibm.com/eserver/xseries/.
Record information about your server in the following table. You will need this
information when you register your server with IBM.
Product name IBM Eserver xSeries™225 server
Machine type 8647
Model number _____________________________________________
Serial number _____________________________________________
Key serial number _____________________________________________
Key manufacturer _____________________________________________
Key phone number _____________________________________________
The model number and serial number are on the bottom of the server and on the
front of the server near the bottom of the bezel behind the door. The information
label containing the serial number, machine type, model number, and agency marks
for your server is on the bottom of the server, as shown in the following illustration.
© Copyright IBM Corp. 2003 1
Important: Your server keys cannot be duplicated by a locksmith. If you lose them,
order replacement keys from the key manufacturer. The key serial
number and the telephone number of the manufacturer are on a tag
that is attached to the keys.
See the Rack Installation Instructions publication for complete rack installation and
removal instructions.
If you plan to install your server in a rack, you must purchase a Tower-to-Rack Kit
conversion kit. For a list of supported options for your server, see the
ServerProven
®
list at http://www.ibm.com/pc/compat/.
The IBM xSeries Documentation CD
The IBM xSeries Documentation CD contains documentation for your server in
Portable Document Format (PDF) and includes the IBM Documentation Browser to
help you find information quickly.
Hardware and software requirements
The IBM xSeries Documentation CD requires the following minimum hardware and
software:
v Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 (with Service Pack 3 or later), Windows 98, or
Windows 2000.
v 100 MHz Intel Pentium microprocessor.
v 32 MB of RAM.
v Adobe Acrobat Reader 3.0 or later. Acrobat Reader software is included on the
CD, and you can install it when you run the Documentation Browser.
Using the Documentation Browser
Use the Documentation Browser to browse the contents of the CD, read brief
descriptions of the books, and view books using Adobe Acrobat Reader. The
Documentation Browser automatically detects the regional settings in use in your
system and displays the books in the language for that region (if available). If a
book is not available in the language for that region, the English version is
displayed.
Use one of the following procedures to start the Documentation Browser:
v If Autostart is enabled, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The
Documentation Browser starts automatically.
v If Autostart is disabled, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive and click Start -->
Run.IntheOpen field, type
e:\win32.bat
where e is the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive, and click OK.
Select your server from the Product menu. The Available Topics list displays all
the books for your server. Some books might be in folders. A plus sign (+) indicates
each folder or book that has additional books under it. Click the plus sign to display
the additional books.
When you select a book, a description of the book appears under Topic
Description. To select more than one book, press and hold the Ctrl key while you
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select the books. Click View Book to view the selected book or books in Acrobat
Reader. If you selected more than one book, all the selected books are opened in
Acrobat Reader.
To search all the books, type a word or word string in the Search field and click
Search. The books in which the word or word string appears are listed in order of
the most occurrences. Click a book to view it, and press Crtl+F to use the Acrobat
search function within the book.
Click Help for detailed information about using the Documentation Browser.
Notices and statements used in this publication
The caution and danger statements that appear in this publication are also in the
multilingual Safety Information publication, which is on the IBM xSeries
Documentation CD. Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding
statement in the Safety Information publication.
The following notices and statements are used in the documentation:
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.
Chapter 1. Introduction 3
Features and specifications
The following table provides a summary of the features and specifications of your
server. Depending on your server model, some features might not be available, or
some specifications might not apply.
You can use the Configuration/Setup Utility program in your server to determine the
specific type of microprocessor that is on the system board.
Table 1. Features and specifications
Microprocessor:
v Intel Xeon
v 512 KB Level-2 cache
v 533 MHz front-side bus (FSB)
v Support for up to two
microprocessors
Memory:
v Minimum: 256 MB
v Maximum: 8 GB
v Type: PC2100, double-data-rate
(DDR)
v Connectors: four dual inline memory
module (DIMM) connectors, two-way
interleaved
Drives standard:
v Diskette: 1.44 MB (two mode)
v CD-ROM: IDE
Expansion bays:
v Six open hot-swap, slim-high,
3.5-inch drive bays (some models)
v Four slim-high, 3.5-inch drive bays
with one hard disk drive installed
(some models)
v Two 5.25-inch bays (CD-ROM drive
installed in one bay)
v One 3.5-inch removable-media drive
bay (diskette drive installed)
PCI expansion slots:
v Four PCI-X 100 MHz/64-bit
v One PCI 33 MHz/32-bit
Cooling:
Three speed-controlled fans
Upgradeable microcode:
BIOS upgrades (when available) can
update EEPROMs on the system board
™
Processor
Integrated functions:
v Support for IBM®Remote Supervisor
Adapter
v Broadcom 5703 10/100/1000 Ethernet
controller on the system board with
RJ-45 Ethernet port
v Two serial ports
v One parallel port
v Integrated SCSI controller with RAID
capabilities and two Ultra320 SCSI
ports (one internal, one optional
external)
v Four Universal Serial Bus (USB) v2.0
ports (two on front and two on rear of
enclosure)
v Keyboard port
v Mouse port
v Audio ports (rear)
– Line out
– Mic
– Line in
v ATA-100 dual-channel IDE controller
v ATI Rage XL video (mini-PCI)
– Compatible with SVGA and VGA
– 8 MB video memory
Diagnostic LEDs:
v Fans
v Memory
v Microprocessors
v Hot-swap power supplies (some
models)
Power supplies:
v Hot-swap (depending on your model)
Your system might come with either two
350 watt or two 514 watt (115-230 V ac)
output. Two power suppplies provide
redundant power.
v Non-hot-swap (some models)
One 425 watt output (115-230 V ac).
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: 100 V ac
– Maximum: 127 V ac
v Input voltage high range:
– Minimum: 200 V ac
– Maximum: 240 V ac
v Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA) approximately:
– Minimum: 0.15 kVA (all models)
– Maximum: 0.80 kVA
Heat output:
Approximate heat output in British thermal
units (Btu) per hour
v Minimum configuration: 341 Btu/hour (100
watts)
v Maximum configuration: 2455 Btu/hour (720
watts)
Environment:
v Air temperature:
– Server on: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F)
Altitude: 0 to 2134 m (7000 ft)
– Server 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 Non-redundant
Sound power, idle: 5.3 bel maximum
Sound power, operating: 5.8 bel maximum
v Redundant
Sound power, idle: 6.0 bel maximum
Sound power, operating: 6.1 bel maximum
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Size:
v Height: 440 mm (18.4 in.)
v Depth: 660 mm (26 in.)
v Width: 217 mm (6.5 in.)
v Weight: 20 kg (44 lb) to 25.8 kg (57 lb)
depending upon configuration
Major components of your server
The orange color on components and labels in your server identifies hot-swap or
hot-plug components. You can install or remove these components while the server
is running, provided that the server is configured to support hot-swap and hot-plug
features. For complete details about installing or removing a hot-swap or hot-plug
component, see the information in Chapter 2, “Installing options”, on page 9.
The blue color on components and labels indicates touch points where a
component can be gripped, a latch moved, and so on.
The following illustration shows the major components in the server.
Note: The illustrations in this publication might differ slightly from your hardware.
Cover
Air baffle
EMC shield
Filler
panels
Rear adapterretaining bracket
Adapter airflow
guide
Microprocessor
Heatsink
Memory module
Large hot-swap
drive cage
Frame-support bracket
Front adaptersupport bracket
Bezel
Bezel
door
Chapter 1. Introduction 5
System-board option connectors
The following illustration shows the system-board connectors for user-installable
options.
Microprocessor 1
(CPU1)
Microprocessor 2
(CPU2)
AGP Pro slot
PCI slot 1
(PCI1)
PCI-X slot 2
(PCI2)
PCI-X slot 3
(PCI3)
PCI-X slot 4
(PCI4)
PCI-X slot 5
(PCI5)
DIMM 1
DIMM 2
DIMM 3
DIMM 4
Battery
Video
adapter
Mini-PCI
type III slot 6
(PCI6)
Remote Supervisor Adapter (JMGT1)
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System-board internal connectors
The following illustration shows the internal connectors on the system board.
Rear fan 1
(SYSFAN1)
Rear fan 2
(SYSFAN2)
CD audio
(JCD1)
Main power
(POWER1)
PCI fan
(SYSFAN5)
Center fan
(SYSFAN4) - some models
Powe r
(POWER2)
Wake-on-LAN
(JWL)
Diskette
drive (FDD1)
Secondary IDE
(IDE2)
Primary IDE
(IDE1)
Error LED
(JER2)
Cover switch
(JCI2)
Front panel
switch/LEDs
(JFP1)
SCSI
channel A
(SCSI1)
SCSI
channel B
(SCSI2)
SCSI LED
(J18)
System-board external connectors
The following illustration shows the external input/output port connectors on the
system board.
Mouse
Keyboard
USB 1/
USB 2
Parallel
(LPT1)
Serial A/
Serial B
(COMA/
COMB)
Ethernet
Audio
Front panel USB (JUSB3)
Chapter 1. Introduction 7
System-board error LEDs
The following illustration shows the LEDs on the system board. You might need to
refer to this illustration when solving problems with the server.
Fan 1
error LED
(D2)
Fan 2
error LED
(D19)
Microprocessor 2
error LED
(D32)
PCI fan error LED
(D55)
Center fan error
LED (SYSFAN4)
Table 2. Error LEDs
Without optional Remote
Error LED
DIMM error (D26, D27, D28,
D29)
Supervisor Adapter
Memory problem (also turns
on system error LED on the
front bezel)
Microprocessor 2 error (D32) Microprocessor 2 problem
(also turns on system error
LED on the front bezel)
Fan error (D2, D19, D55,
No function Fan failure
D56)
Hard disk error (LEDs on
hot-swap hard disk drives)
Hot-swap hard disk drive
failure
DIMM 1 error LED
(D27)
DIMM 2 error LED
(D26)
DIMM 3 error LED
(D29)
DIMM 4 error LED
(D28)
SCSI controller
status LED
(D45)
With optional Remote
Supervisor Adapter
Memory problem (also turns
on system error LED on the
front bezel)
Microprocessor 2 problem
(also turns on system error
LED on the front bezel)
Hot-swap hard disk drive
failure
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Chapter 2. Installing options
This chapter provides basic instructions for installing hardware options in your
server. These instructions are intended for users who are experienced with setting
up IBM server hardware. If you need more detailed instructions, see the Option
Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD.
Installation guidelines
Before you begin installing options in your server, read the following information:
v Read the safety information beginning on page v and the guidelines in “Handling
static-sensitive devices” on page 10. This information will help you work safely
with your server and options.
v Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical
outlets for your server, monitor, and other devices that you will connect to the
server.
v Back up all important data before you make changes to disk drives.
v Have a small flat-blade screwdriver available.
v You do not need to turn off the server to install or replace hot-swap power
supplies, hot-swap drives, or hot-plug Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices.
v The orange color on components and labels identifies hot-swap or hot-plug
components. You can install or remove hot-swap and hot-plug components while
the server is running, provided that the server is configured to support this
capability. See the instructions in this chapter for more information about
removing and installing hot-swap and hot-plug components.
v The blue color on components and labels identifies touch points, where you can
grip a component, move a latch, and so on.
v When you need to access the inside of the server to install options, you might
find it easier to lay the server on its side.
v For a list of supported options for your server, go to
http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat/.
System reliability guidelines
To help ensure proper cooling and system reliability, make sure that:
v Each of the drive bays has a drive or a filler panel and electromagnetic
compatibility (EMC) shield installed in it.
v If the server has redundant power, each of the power-supply bays has a power
supply installed in it.
v There is adequate space around the server to allow the server cooling system to
work properly. Leave approximately 50 mm (2 in.) of open space around the front
and rear of the server. Do not place objects in front of the fans. For proper
cooling and airflow, replace the server cover before turning on the server.
Operating the server for extended periods of time (over 30 minutes) with the
server cover removed might damage server components.
When installing the server in a rack, make sure that space is available around
the server to enable the server cooling system to work properly. See the
documentation that comes with the rack for additional information.
v You have followed the cabling instructions that come with optional adapters.
v You have replaced a failed fan as soon as possible.
v You replace a hot-swap drive within 2 minutes of its removal.
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v You do not remove the air baffle when the server is operational. Operating the
server without the air baffle might cause the microprocessor to overheat.
v Microprocessor socket 2 always contains either a microprocessor baffle or a
microprocessor and heat sink.
Working inside the server with the power on
Your server supports hot-swap devices and is designed to operate safely while it is
turned on and the cover is removed. Follow these guidelines when you work inside
a server that is turned on:
v Avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing on your forearms. Button long-sleeved shirts
before working inside the server; do not wear cuff links while you are working
inside the server.
v Do not allow your necktie or scarf to hang inside the server.
v Remove jewelry, such as bracelets, necklaces, rings, and loose-fitting wrist
watches.
v Remove items from your shirt pocket, such as pens and pencils, that could fall
into the server as you lean over it.
v Avoid dropping any metallic objects, such as paper clips, hairpins, and screws,
into the server.
Handling static-sensitive devices
Attention: Static electricity can damage electronic devices, including your server.
To avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages
until you are ready to install them.
To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, observe the following
precautions:
v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around
you.
v Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.
v Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed circuitry.
v Do not leave the device where others can handle and damage it.
v While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted
metal part of the server for at least 2 seconds. This drains static electricity from
the package and from your body.
v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into the server without
setting down the device. If it is necessary to set down the device, put it back into
its static-protective package. Do not place the device on your server cover or on
a metal surface.
v Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather. Heating reduces
indoor humidity and increases static electricity.
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