IBM B50 User Manual

RS/6000 7046 Model B50 IBM

User's Guide

SA38-0563-00

RS/6000 7046 Model B50 IBM

User's Guide

SA38-0563-00

First Edition (September 1999)

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Thank You!

Dear RS/6000 Customer:
Thank you for selecting a member of the IBM RS/6000 product family. In the

selection of computing solutions, we know you have many choices. We are
delighted you decided to join the RS/6000 team.

We worked with professionals like you from the beginning of the development of this
product to understand your computing needs today and in the future. Many of our
design decisions, from packaging containers to subtle features of the architecture,
were based on these personal conversations and feedback sessions. Our goal is to
deliver high performance, flexible solutions with superior reliability. We hope this
system delivers on all of these objectives and exceeds your personal expectations.

We value your suggestions and comments as we work to continually improve the
IBM product family. Please feel free to contact your IBM representative or IBM
Business Partner or to send an e-mail message to [e-mail].

Sincerely,

RS/6000 Team

The RS/6000 Development Team

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Contents

Communications Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement .............. ix

European Union (EU) Statement ............................ ix

International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Statement ............. x

United Kingdom Telecommunications Safety Requirements ............. x

Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du Canada .. x

Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement ......... x

VCCI Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi

Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Statement - Taiwan .............. xi

Radio Protection for Germany ............................. xii

Safety Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii

Laser Safety Information ................................ xiv

Power Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xv

Environmental Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii

Product Recycling and Disposal ............................ xvii

Battery Return Program ................................. xvii

Environmental Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii

About This Book .................................... xix

ISO 9000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xix

Online Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xix

Related Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xix

Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx

Chapter 1. Starting the System ........................... 1-1

Before You Begin ..................................... 1-2

Unpacking Your Server ................................. 1-3

System Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Installing Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Connecting the Cables .................................. 1-8

Finishing the Installation ................................. 1-9

Chapter 2. Using the Server ............................. 2-1

Starting the Server .................................... 2-1

Stopping the Server ................................... 2-5

Using the Power Switch and Indicator ......................... 2-5

Using the Operator Panel and Reset Switch ..................... 2-6

Working with System Startup Options ......................... 2-6

Loading Diagnostics in Service Mode Boot ...................... 2-7

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Working with Standalone versus Online Diagnostics ................ 2-9

Using the Keyboards .................................. 2-11

Using the Mouse .................................... 2-12

Using the 3.5-Inch Diskette Drive .......................... 2-15

Using the CD-ROM Drive ............................... 2-17

Chapter 3. Using System Management Services ................ 3-1

Graphical System Management Services ....................... 3-1

Config . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

MultiBoot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

Hard Disk Spin Up Delay ............................... 3-15

Error Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

RIPL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17

SCSI ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20

Firmware Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21

Text-Based System Management Services ..................... 3-23

Display Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24

MultiBoot Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25

Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29

Select Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-39

Open Firmware Command Line ........................... 3-40

Chapter 4. Installing and Removing Options ................... 4-1

Available Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Safety Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Handling Static Sensitive Devices ........................... 4-3

Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Removing the Cover ................................... 4-4

Locating Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

Enabling and Disabling the Power-On Password .................. 4-8

Enabling the Privileged-Access Password ..................... 4-11

Enabling Automatic Power-Up ............................ 4-13

Installing Memory Modules .............................. 4-16

Installing Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23

Internal Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28

Setting the SCSI Security Jumpers ......................... 4-33

Removing the Riser Card Support Bracket ..................... 4-34

Changing the Battery ................................. 4-36

Completing the Installation .............................. 4-39

Connecting External Options ............................. 4-40

Chapter 5. Using the Online and Standalone Diagnostics ........... 5-1

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Standalone and Online Diagnostics Operating Considerations ........... 5-1

Online Diagnostics Modes of Operation ....................... 5-10

Standalone Diagnostic Operation .......................... 5-13

Chapter 6. Location Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Physical Location Codes ................................ 6-1

AIX Location Codes ................................... 6-3

Chapter 7. Using the System Verification Procedure .............. 7-1

Chapter 8. Determining Hardware Problems ................... 8-1

Problem Determination Using the Standalone or Online Diagnostics ....... 8-1

Problem Determination When Unable to Load Diagnostics ............ 8-11

Chapter 9. Introducing Tasks and Service Aids ................. 9-1

Add Resource to Resource List ............................ 9-4

AIX Shell Prompt ..................................... 9-4

Analyze Adapter Internal Log .............................. 9-4

Backup and Restore Media ............................... 9-4

Certify Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5

Change Hardware Vital Product Data ......................... 9-6

Configure Dials and LPFKeys ............................. 9-6

Configure Reboot Policy ................................. 9-6

Configure Remote Maintenance Policy ........................ 9-8

Configure Ring Indicate Power-On Policy ...................... 9-10

Configure Surveillance Policy ............................. 9-11

Create Customized Configuration Diskette ..................... 9-11

Delete Resource from Resource List ........................ 9-12

Disk Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12

Display Configuration and Resource List ...................... 9-13

Display Firmware Device Node Information ..................... 9-13

Display Hardware Error Report ............................ 9-14

Display Hardware Vital Product Data ........................ 9-14

Display Machine Check Error Log .......................... 9-14

Display Microcode Level ................................ 9-14

Display or Change Bootlist .............................. 9-15

Display or Change Diagnostic Run Time Options ................. 9-15

Display Previous Diagnostic Results ......................... 9-16

Display Resource Attributes .............................. 9-16

Display Service Hints ................................. 9-16

Display Software Product Data ............................ 9-17

Display System Environmental Sensors ....................... 9-17

Display Test Patterns ................................. 9-19

Download Microcode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19

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Fibre Channel RAID Service Aids .......................... 9-21

Flash SK-NET FDDI Firmware ............................ 9-22

Format Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22

Generic Microcode Download ............................. 9-25

Local Area Network Analyzer ............................. 9-25

Periodic Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25

PCI RAID Physical Disk Identify ........................... 9-26

Process Supplemental Media ............................. 9-26

Run Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26

Run Error Log Analysis ................................ 9-27

Run Exercisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-27

Save or Restore Hardware Management Policies ................. 9-28

SCSI Bus Analyzer ................................... 9-29

SCSI Device Identification and Removal ...................... 9-30

SCSD Tape Drive Service Aid ............................ 9-30

Spare Sector Availability ................................ 9-32

SSA Service Aids .................................... 9-32

Update Disk Based Diagnostics ........................... 9-32

Update System or Service Processor Flash .................... 9-33

7135 RAIDiant Array Service Aid ........................... 9-33

7318 Serial Communications Network Server Service Aid ............ 9-35

Appendix A. System Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Record the Identification Numbers .......................... A-1

Device Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . X-1

Reader's Comments — We'd Like to Hear From You ............. X-3

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Communications Statements

The following statement applies to this product. The statement for other products
intended for use with this product appears in their accompanying documentation.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.

Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to
meet FCC emission limits. Neither the provider nor the manufacturer are responsible
for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended
cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

European Union (EU) Statement

This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive
89/336/EEC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to
electromagnetic compatibility. The manufacturer cannot accept responsibility for any
failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended
modification of the product, including the fitting of option cards supplied by third
parties. Consult with your dealer or sales representative for details on your specific
hardware.

This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A
Information Technology Equipment according to CISPR 22 / European Standard EN

55022. The limits for Class A equipment were derived for commercial and industrial

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environments to provide reasonable protection against interference with licensed
communication equipment.

Attention: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may
cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.

International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Statement

This product has been designed and built to comply with IEC Standard 950.

United Kingdom Telecommunications Safety Requirements

This equipment is manufactured to the International Safety Standard EN60950 and
as such is approved in the UK under the General Approval Number
NS/G/1234/J/100003 for indirect connection to the public telecommunication network.

The network adapter interfaces housed within this equipment are approved
separately, each one having its own independent approval number. These interface
adapters, supplied by the manufacturer, do not use or contain excessive voltages.
An excessive voltage is one which exceeds 70.7 V peak ac or 120 V dc. They
interface with this equipment using Safe Extra Low Voltages only. In order to
maintain the separate (independent) approval of the manufacturer's adapters, it is
essential that other optional cards, not supplied by the manufacturer, do not use
main voltages or any other excessive voltages. Seek advice from a competent
engineer before installing other adapters not supplied by the manufacturer.

Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du
Canada

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement
sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement

This Class A digital apparatus meets the requirements of the Canadian
Interference–Causing Equipment Regulations.

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VCCI Statement

The following is a summary of the VCCI Japanese statement in the box above.
This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for

Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used
in a domestic environment, radio disturbance may arise. When such trouble occurs,
the user may be required to take corrective actions.

Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Statement - Taiwan

The following is a summary of the EMI Taiwan statement above.
Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may

cause radio interference in which case the user will be required to take adequate
measures.

Communications Statements xi

Radio Protection for Germany

Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt in Übereinstimmung mit Dem deutschen EMVG vom

9.Nov.92 das EG–Konformitätszeichen zu führen.
Der Aussteller der Konformitätserklärung ist die IBM Germany.
Dieses Gerät erfüllt die Bedingungen der EN 55022 Klasse A. Für diese von

Geräten gilt folgende Bestimmung nach dem EMVG:
Geräte dürfen an Orten, für die sie nicht ausreichend entstört sind, nur mit

besonderer Genehmigung des Bundesministers für Post und Telekommunikation
oder des Bundesamtes für Post und Telekommunikation betrieben werden. Die
Genehmigung wird erteilt, wenn keine elektromagnetischen Störungen zu erwarten
sind.

(Auszug aus dem EMVG vom 9.Nov.92, Para.3, Abs.4)
Hinweis
Dieses Genehmigungsverfahren ist von der Deutschen Bundespost noch nicht

veröffentlicht worden.

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Safety Notices

A

danger

death or serious personal injury.
4-2

A

caution

moderate or minor personal injury.
xiv

1-3
2-17
4-2
4-36

notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causing

notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causing

Danger

Caution

notices appear on the following pages:

notices appear on the following pages:

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Laser Safety Information

The optical drive in the RS/6000 is a laser product. The optical drive has a label that
identifies its classification. The label, located on the drive, is shown below.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
APPAREIL A LASERDE CLASSE1

IEC 825:1984 CENELEC EN 60 825:1991

The optical drive in the RS/6000 is certified in the U.S. to conform to the
requirements of the Department of Health and Human Services 21 Code of Federal
Regulations (DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class 1 laser products. Elsewhere,
the drive is certified to conform to the requirements of the International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825 (1st edition 1984) and CENELEC EN 60
825:1991 for Class 1 laser products.

CAUTION:
A class 3 laser is contained in the device. Do not attempt to operate the drive
while it is disassembled. Do not attempt to open the covers of the drive as it
is not serviceable and is to be replaced as a unit.

Class 1 laser products are not considered to be hazardous. The optical drive
contains internally a Class 3B gallium-arsenide laser that is nominally 30 milliwatts at
830 nanometers. The design incorporates a combination of enclosures, electronics,
and redundant interlocks such that there is no exposure to laser radiation above a
Class 1 level during normal operation, user maintenance, or servicing conditions.

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Power Cables

1

5

8

Index Part Number Country

1 1838574 Bahamas, Barbados, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Costa Rica,

2 6952300 Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Cayman

2 62X0663 Chicago, U.S.A. (Stackable)
3 6952311 Argentina, Australia, New Zealand
4 13F9979 Abu Dhabi, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Botswana, Egypt, Finland,

5 13F9997 Denmark
6 14F0015 Bangladesh, Burma, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka
7 14F0033 Bahrain, Bermuda, Brunei, Channel Islands, Cyprus, Ghana,

23

6

9

Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Ecuador, Guatemala, Guyana,
Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Japan, Netherlands Antilles, Panama,
Peru, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad, Tobago, U.S.A.
(except Chicago), Venezuela

Islands, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El
Salvador, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Japan,
Korea (South), Mexico, Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua, Panama,
Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Saudi Arabia, Suriname, Trinidad,
Taiwan, U.S.A. (except Chicago), Venezuela

France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Indonesia, Korea (South),
Lebanon, Luxembourg, Macau, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal,
Saudi Arabia, Spain, Sudan, Sweden, Turkey, Yugoslavia

Hong Kong, India, Iraq, Ireland, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Malawi,
Malaysia, Nigeria, Oman, People's Republic of China, Qatar,
Sierra Leone, Singapore, Tanzania, Uganda, United Arab
Emirates (Dubai), United Kingdom, Zambia

10

7

4

11

Safety Notices xv

Index Part Number Country

8 14F0051 Liechtenstein, Switzerland
9 14F0069 Chile, Ethiopia, Italy
10 14F0087 Israel
11 6952291 Paraguay, Colombia, Uruguay

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Environmental Notices

Product Recycling and Disposal

Components of the system unit, such as structural parts and circuit cards, can be
recycled where recycling facilities exist. Companies are available to disassemble,
reutilize, recycle, or dispose of electronic products. Contact your account
representative for more information. This system unit contains batteries and circuit
boards with lead solder. Before you dispose of this unit, these batteries and circuit
boards must be removed and discarded according to local regulations or recycled
where facilities exist. This book contains specific information on each battery type
where applicable.

Battery Return Program

In the United States, IBM has established a collection process for reuse, recycling, or
proper disposal of used IBM batteries and battery packs. For information on proper
disposal of the batteries in this unit, please contact IBM at 1-800-426-4333. Please
have the IBM part number that is listed on the battery available when you make your
call. For information on battery disposal outside the United States, contact your local
waste disposal facility.

Environmental Design

The environmental efforts that have gone into the design of this system signifies
IBM's commitment to improve the quality of its products and processes. Some of
these accomplishments include the elimination of the use of Class I ozone-depleting
chemicals in the manufacturing process and reductions in manufacturing wastes.
For more information, contact an IBM account representative.

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About This Book

This book provides information on how to install and remove options, use the
system, diagnostics, and service aids, and verify system operation. This book also
provides information to help you solve problems that might occur. Refer to
Chapter 8, “Determining Hardware Problems” if you have a problem with the server.
It contains procedures for determining if a problem is hardware or software related.

If a problem is software related, consult your operating system documentation.

ISO 9000

ISO 9000 registered quality systems were used in the development and
manufacturing of this product.

Online Publications

RS/6000 publications are available online. To access the online books, visit our Web
site at: http://www.rs6000.ibm.com/resource/hardware_docs/

Related Publications

The following publications are available:

 The

 The

 The

 The

 The

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RS/6000 7046 Model B50 Setup Instructions

pictorial guide designed to help you quickly set up your server if no internal
modifications are needed.

RS/6000 7046 Model B50 Service Guide

contains error codes, maintenance analysis procedures (MAPs), removal and
replacement procedures, and a parts catalog.

PCI Adapter Placement Reference

information regarding PCI adapter placement in your server.

, order number SA38-0538, contains

Diagnostics Information for Multiple Bus Systems

contains information and procedures that are common to all systems.

Adapter, Device, and Cable Information for Multiple Bus Systems

number SA38-0516, contains cabling and technical information about some of
the adapters and devices available for your server.

, order number SA38-0562, is a

, order number SA38-0564,

, order number SA38-0509,

, order

Trademarks

The following trademarks apply to this information:

 AIX is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
 PowerPC is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

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Chapter 1. Starting the System

Thank you for selecting the RS/6000 7046 Model B50!

The RS/6000 7046 Model B50 servers combine PowerPC 604e microprocessor
performance and system expandability, ensuring that your server adapts to handle
ever-changing operating requirements. The RS/6000 7046 Model B50 servers are
specifically designed to support the demands of network environments.

The RS/6000 7046 Model B50 servers incorporate the new, advanced peripheral
component interconnect (PCI) bus, which is faster than the industry standard
architecture (ISA) bus.

This book helps you set up and use your server, install and remove options,
configure your system, and use the system programs that are provided. This book
also provides information to help you solve some of the simpler problems that might
occur, and how to obtain assistance and service. Appendix A, “System Records”
provides a section for you to record all the important information about your server.

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Before You Begin

Review the following list to ensure you are ready to begin:

 Make sure you have the proper type and level of operating system supported for

your server. The Model B50 supports AIX Version 4.3.2 and later. If you are
unsure about whether an operating system is supported on your server, please
call your marketing representative.

 Make sure you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical outlets

for your server, display, and any other options you intend to install.

 Place your server in a location that is dry. Rain or spilled liquids might damage

your server.

 Collect the following tools and keep them handy:

– Small flat-blade screwdriver
– Medium flat-blade screwdriver
– Trays to hold screws.

Safety Note: Before continuing, refer to the

Safety Information

Do

not

plug any cables into the system unit, adapters, or

electrical outlets until you have reviewed this information.

Make sure none of the power cords are connected
before continuing.

Safety Note: Before continuing, refer to the

Safety Information

Do

not

plug any cables into the server, adapters, or

electrical outlets until you have reviewed this information.

Make sure none of the power cords are connected
before continuing.

book for Danger and Caution notices.

book for Danger and Caution notices.

System Unit

System Unit

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Unpacking Your Server

CAUTION:
To avoid possible injury while moving or lifting your system unit, ask another
person to help you.

Preinstallation Checklist: After you unpack your server and optional devices,

make sure you have the following items:

Ø Server and power cord
Ø ASCII terminal, mouse, display, and keyboard (if ordered)
Ø Your operating system and documentation
Ø Options you want to install, such as adapters, media drives, or external

devices.

Contact your authorized reseller or marketing representative if any items are missing
or damaged.

Chapter 1. System Startup 1-3

System Features

Bus Architecture

Two 32-bit PCI adapter slots are available:

 Slot 2, primary (full size)
 Slot 1, secondary (half size)

Microprocessor

PowerPC 604e 375 MHz with 1MB parity synchronous L2 cache

Memory

 128MB-1GB SDRAM

 4 memory module sockets for 128MB or 256MB dual inline memory modules

with ECC SDRAM EDO (extended data out)

Diskette Drive

 Standard: 3.5-inch, 1.44MB

Drives

Hard Disk Drives

 9.1GB and 18GB Ultra SCSI drives
 Maximum supported: 2 internal

CD-ROM drive

 32x speed 5.25-inch, with sliding tray (no caddy required)

Other Drives

 Drive bays can accommodate 3.5-inch disk drives or CD-ROM drives.

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Power Supply

 Autoranging 250 watt, usable with 115 Vac or 230 Vac (Supports

Wakeup-on-LAN)

Keyboard and Mouse (Optional)

 Standard: 101 key Enhanced keyboard
 Optional: 101/102 or 106 Enhanced Keyboard
 Standard: 3-button mouse

Front-Panel Display

 4-digit LED diagnostics display

Input/Output Ports

 25-pin Parallel

 9-pin Serial (2)

 8-pin Tablet
 Keyboard
 Mouse

 Ultra SCSI (16-bit)
 100/10 Base 5 Ethernet
 100/10 Base T Ethernet
 Audio Line-in and Audio Line-out

 Microphone
 Headphone

Security Features

 Power-on password
 Privileged-access password

 SCSI security jumpers on system board

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Front View

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1 Power Switch: Turns server power
on and off.

2 Hard Disk Drive Status Light:

Glows when the server is reading from
or writing to the hard disk.

3 Power-On Light: Glows when the
server is on.

4 Disk Drive Bay Cover: Media bay
for diskette drive.

5 Reset Button: Function depends
upon the operating system installed.

6 Operator Panel Display: Function
depends upon the operating system
installed; may display current status of
server startup, or diagnostic information
in the event of a hardware problem.

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7 CD-ROM Eject Button: Releases
the CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive.

8 CD-ROM Emergency Eject: Ejects
CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive if
power is not available.

9 CD-ROM Status Light: Indicates
when the CD-ROM drive is active.

10 CD-ROM Volume Control:

Controls the volume for the CD-ROM
headphone jack.

11 CD-ROM Headphone Jack:

CD-ROM headphone connector.

12 Diskette-Drive Status Light:

Glows when the server is reading from
or writing to a diskette.

13 Diskette Eject Button: Releases
diskette from 3.5-inch diskette drive.

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Rear View

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1 2

6

1 Keyboard Port: ( ): For
keyboard connection.

2 Mouse Port ( ): For mouse
connection.

3 Parallel Port ( ): For connecting
a parallel printer or other parallel
devices.

4 Ethernet Port ( ): For
attaching your server to an
Ethernet/Twisted pair connection
through a 10 Base T or 100/10 Base T
connector.

5 External SCSI Port ( ):
For connecting external SCSI devices.

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2

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5

3

4

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1

2

6 Audio Ports:

Headphone
Microphone

Audio line-out
Audio line-in

7 9-Pin Serial Ports

( 1 and

): For a TTY terminal,

2

Modem, or other serial devices.
8 Tablet Port ( ): For attaching a

digitizing tablet to your server.

9 Ethernet Port ( ): For attaching
your server to an Ethernet thick
connection (or Ethernet thin connection,
using an optional transceiver) through a
100/10 Base 5 connector.

10 Expansion Slots: For adding PCI
adapters.

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Installing Options

If you have options (such as adapters, diskette drives, hard-disk drives, or
memory-module kits) to install, go to Chapter 4, “Installing and Removing Options” to
install them. After you complete option installation and have updated your
configuration, return to this chapter to connect the cables and complete the server
installation.

Connecting the Cables

This section provides information on how to connect the various cables your server
may require, depending on your options.

1. If you are using a keyboard and display:
 Attach the keyboard cable to the keyboard connector and the display to the

display connector on the back of the display adapter in one of the expansion
slots.

 If you are installing a mouse or other pointing device, connect that cable.
 Connect the display power cord to the display.

If you are using an ASCII terminal:

 Connect the ASCII terminal cable to the S1 port on the server.
 Connect the ASCII terminal power cord to the ASCII terminal.

2. Attach adapter cables to any adapters installed in the expansion slots. For more

instructions on adapter cabling, please refer to the documentation that came with
your adapter, or to the

Systems

3. Make sure all externally attached devices are turned off.

4. Connect the server power cord to the power connector on the server. Secure

the connection; then plug the display power cord and the server power cord into
properly grounded electrical outlets.

Attention: As soon as the server power cord is plugged into the server and power
outlet, the power is on within the server
not plug in the server power cord if the cover of the server is removed.

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Adapter, Device, and Cable Information for Multiple Bus

whether or not the server is turned on.

Do