IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Installation Manual

IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module

Installation Guide

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IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module

Installation Guide

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Note:

Before using this information and the product it supports, read the Warranty Information
document, the general information in Notices, and the Important Notices document that
comes with the product. Read the IBM Safety Information and the License Agreement for

Machine Code (LAMC) document on the IBM Documentation CD. Read the Environmental
Notices and User Guide on the IBM Environmental Notices CD.

Third Edition (June 2012)

© Copyright IBM Corporation 2012.

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

Contents

Safety ........................v

Chapter 1. Introducing the IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module 1

Related documentation ...................2

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

Inventory checklist ....................4

Notices and statements used in this book .............4

Major components of the copper pass-thru module .........5

Chapter 2. Installing and removing a copper pass-thru module ....7

I/O module interface requirements ...............8

Blade server Ethernet controller numbering............10

Installation guidelines ...................11

System reliability considerations ..............11

Handling static-sensitive devices ..............11

Installing a copper pass-thru module ..............14

Removing a copper pass-thru module .............20

Chapter 3. Information LEDs and external ports .........23

Front panel ......................23

Information LEDs ....................25

Chapter 4. Completing the installation ............27

Cable connection ....................27

Connecting to the copper pass-thru module ..........28

Connecting to network infrastructure .............28

Configuring the copper pass-thru module ............29

Updating I/O module firmware ...............29

Troubleshooting .....................29

Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance ........31

Before you call .....................31

Using the documentation ..................31

Getting help and information from the World Wide Web .......32

Software service and support ................32

Hardware service and support ................32

Appendix B. Notices ...................33

Edition notice .....................34

Trademarks ......................34

Important notes .....................35

Product recycling and disposal ................36

© Copyright IBM Corp. 2012 iii

Battery return program ..................36

Electronic emission notices .................36

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement.......36

Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement ......37

Australia and New Zealand Class A statement .........37

United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement ......37

European Union EMC Directive conformance statement ......37

Taiwanese Class A warning statement ............38

Chinese Class A warning statement .............38

Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement 38

Index ........................39

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Safety

Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.

Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.

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.

© Copyright IBM Corp. 2012 v

Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.

Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad.

Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.

Important:

All caution and danger statements in this documentation begin
with a number. This number is used to cross reference an English
caution or danger statement with translated versions of the caution
or danger statement in the IBM Safety Information book.

For example, if a caution statement begins with a number 1,
translations for that caution statement appear in the IBM Safety
Information book under statement 1.

Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this
documentation before performing the instructions. Read any
additional safety information that comes with your server or
optional device before you install the device.

vi IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

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, unles
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.

1. Turn everything OFF.

2. First, remove power cords from outlet.

3. Remove signal cables from connectors.

4. Remove all cables from devices.

Safety vii

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.

viii IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

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.

Class 1 Laser Product
Laser Klasse 1
Laser Klass 1
Luokan 1 Laserlaite
Appareil A Laser de Classe 1

`

Safety ix

Statement 6:

CAUTION:
If you install a strain-relief bracket option over the end of the power cord
that is connected to the device, you must connect the other end of the power
cord to an easily accessible power source.

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.

x IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

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.

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.

Safety xi

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Chapter 1. Introducing the IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module

This Installation Guide for the IBM®BladeCenter®Copper Pass-thru Module
contains information about:

v Installing the module

v Connecting the module to your existing network infrastructure

For installation details, see Chapter 2, “Installing and removing a copper
pass-thru module,” on page 7. For additional information, see the instructions
in your BladeCenter unit documentation.

™

A BladeCenter unit such as the IBM eServer
IBM Eserver BladeCenter T Types 8720 and 8730 supports installation of up to
four I/O modules that enable it to communicate with your external resources.
Some types of BladeCenter units support fewer I/O modules. Several types of
I/O modules are available, each specifically designed to communicate with a
specific environment. The IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module is one of
the types of I/O modules that can be installed in a BladeCenter unit. The
copper pass-thru module provides an unconfigured network connection that
enables the blade servers in the BladeCenter unit to connect to an existing
network infrastructure. No configuration of the copper pass-thru module is
required.

Notes:

1. In this document, the term BladeCenter unit refers to any IBM BladeCenter,

BladeCenter T, or other BladeCenter-class chassis model, except where
specifically indicated otherwise.

2. Some models of BladeCenter units support only two I/O modules, in I/O

module bay 1 and bay 2. See the documentation that comes with each
BladeCenter unit for information about the number and type of I/O
modules supported.

BladeCenter Type 8677 or the

Blade servers communicate with the copper pass-thru module using integrated
Ethernet controllers or through an optional blade server I/O expansion card.
Ethernet controllers integrated on the blade server system board are connected
to I/O-module bay 1 and bay 2. The I/O expansion cards are connected to
I/O-module bay 3 and bay 4.

Performance, reliability, and expansion capabilities were key considerations in
the design of the copper pass-thru module. These design features make it
possible for you to customize the system hardware to meet your needs today,
while providing flexible expansion capabilities for the future.

© Copyright IBM Corp. 2012 1

You can obtain up-to-date information about the copper pass-thru module and
other IBM server products at http://www-947.ibm.com/support/
entry/portal/documentation/.

The product name and serial number are located on the identification label on
the side of the copper pass-thru module. You will need this information when
you register the copper pass-thru module with IBM. See “Major components of
the copper pass-thru module” on page 5 for an illustration that shows the
location of the identification label.

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

hardware.

Related documentation

This Installation Guide contains detailed installation and setup instructions for
the IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module. This document also provides
general information about the copper pass-thru module, including information
about features and how to get help.

In addition to this Installation Guide, the following related documentation is
provided with your BladeCenter unit and blade server:

v Rack Installation Instructions

This document contains the instructions to install your BladeCenter unit in a
rack.

v IBM BladeCenter Installation and User’s Guide

This document is provided in PDF on the IBM BladeCenter unit
Documentation CD. It provides general information about the BladeCenter
unit, including:

– Information about features

– How to set up, cable, and start your BladeCenter unit

– How to install options in your BladeCenter unit

– How to configure your BladeCenter unit

– How to perform basic troubleshooting of your BladeCenter unit

– How to get help

v IBM BladeCenter blade server Installation and User’s Guides

Each type of blade server has a customized Installation and User’s Guide.
These documents are provided in PDF on the IBM BladeCenter unit or
option Documentation CD. They provide general information about your
blade server, including:

– Information about features

– How to set up and start your blade server

2 IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

– How to install options in your blade server

– How to configure your blade server

– How to install an operating system on your blade server

– How to perform basic troubleshooting of your blade server

– How to get help

v Safety Information

This document is in PDF on the IBM BladeCenter unit or option
Documentation CD. It contains translated caution and danger statements.
Each caution and danger statement that appears in the documentation has a
number that you can use to locate the corresponding statement in your
language in the Safety Information book.

v Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guides

These documents are in PDF on the IBM BladeCenter unit Documentation
CD. They contain information to help you solve problems yourself, and they
contain information for service technicians.

Depending on your blade server model, additional documents might be
included on the IBM BladeCenter unit Documentation CD.

Features and specifications

This section provides a summary of the features and specifications for the
copper pass-thru module.

The features include:

v Ports

– Three external copper ports for making connections to network

infrastructure. Each port provides connections for up to five bi-directional
copper channels.

– Fourteen internal bi-directional ports, connected through the copper

pass-thru cables to each of the blade servers

v Status and error LEDs

Information LEDs on the front panel indicate I/O module port status and
errors.

v Cables:

– Up to three copper pass-thru module cables can be connected to the

copper pass-thru module. One copper pass-thru module cable is
provided.

– The copper pass-thru module cables are terminated with

industry-standard bi-directional connectors.

Chapter 1. Introducing the IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module 3

Inventory checklist

Make sure that the shipping carton contains the following items:

v One IBM Eserver BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module

v One copper pass-thru module cable

v One IBM Documentation CD

v One IBM Environmental Notices CD

v One Warranty Information document

v One Important Notices document

If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your local reseller for
replacement.

Notices and statements used in this book

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

The following notices and statements are used in this book:

v Note: 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 possible damage to programs, devices, or

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

v Caution: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially

hazardous to you. A caution statement is placed just before the description
of a potentially hazardous procedure step or situation.

v Danger: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or

extremely hazardous to you. A danger statement is placed just before the
description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or
situation.

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Major components of the copper pass-thru module

Figure 1 shows the major components of the copper pass-thru module.

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

hardware.

Figure 1. Copper pass-thru module

Copper Pass-thru
Module

Information LEDs

Release latch

!

1

1

5

Copper ports (3)

2

6

10

LINK OK

3

11

14

Serial number
label

For more information about the components of the front panel, see Chapter 3,
“Information LEDs and external ports,” on page 23.

Chapter 1. Introducing the IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module 5

Copper pass-thru module cables:

Up to three copper pass-thru module cables can be connected to the copper
pass-thru module. Figure 2 shows a sample IBM Eserver BladeCenter copper
pass-thru module cable. One copper pass-thru module cable comes with the
copper pass-thru module. Copper pass-thru module cables and other optional
components for the copper pass-thru module are listed at http://
www.ibm.com/eserver/xseries/.

Figure 2. Copper pass-thru module cables

CAT5E copper
connectors

Multi-port
copper connector

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Chapter 2. Installing and removing a copper pass-thru module

Figure 3 shows the BladeCenter I/O-module bay locations.

Figure 3. BladeCenter I/O module bay locations

I/O-module
bay 3

I/O-module bay 1

AC

DC

AC

DC

I/O-module bay 2

I/O-module bay 4

Attention: To maintain proper system cooling and performance, each module
bay must contain either a module or a filler module; each blade bay must
contain either a blade server, expansion unit, or a filler blade.

Figure 4 on page 8 shows the BladeCenter T I/O module locations.

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I/O module 2 I/O module 1

KVM module

Blower module 2

Blower module 4

I/O module 4

TOP

24

BTM

D

2

CRT

MNR

MJR

E

1

ESD connector

TOP

D

BTM

E

Alarms

13

I/O module 3

LAN module

Blower module 1

Blower module 3

Figure 4. BladeCenter T I/O module bay locations

I/O module interface requirements

Your BladeCenter unit has two or four I/O-module bays and supports a
minimum of one hot-swap I/O module in I/O-module bay 1 or bay 2. Several
types of I/O modules are available to meet specific network requirements.
Each of the I/O modules must support the blade server interface to which it
connects. See http://www-947.ibm.com/support/ entry/portal/
documentation/ for a list of options available for your BladeCenter unit.

The blade server integrated Ethernet controllers support connection with the
Ethernet switch modules and pass-thru modules. The I/O module in
I/O-module bay 1 provides a network connection to one of the Ethernet
controllers in all the blade servers in the BladeCenter unit. To provide a
network connection for the second Ethernet controller in each blade server,
install an I/O module in I/O-module bay 2.

In BladeCenter units that support four I/O modules, if you install an I/O
expansion card on any blade server, you must install a hot-swap I/O module
that supports the interface type used in I/O-module bay 3 to obtain connection
1 for the I/O expansion card. To provide connection 2 for the I/O expansion
card, install an I/O module that supports the interface type used in
I/O-module bay 4. The I/O modules in I/O-module bay 3 and bay 4 provide
connections to all the I/O expansion cards in the BladeCenter unit.

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BladeCenter unit

Blade server

Integrated Ethernet Controller

Integrated Ethernet Controller

I/O Expansion Card

Connection 1

Connection 2

Blade server

Integrated Ethernet Controller

Integrated Ethernet Controller

I/O Expansion Card

Connection 1

Connection 2

Blade server

Integrated Ethernet Controller

Integrated Ethernet Controller

I/O Expansion Card

Connection 1

Connection 2

I/O Module
Bay 1

I/O Module
Bay 2

I/O Module
Bay 3

I/O Module
Bay 4

Network
Infrastructure

Network
Infrastructure

Important: In a BladeCenter unit that supports four I/O modules, the I/O
modules in I/O-module bays 3 and 4 on the BladeCenter unit must both be of
the same type and must both support the I/O expansion card
network-interface type. For example, if you add an Ethernet expansion card to
a blade server, the modules in I/O-module bays 3 and 4 on the BladeCenter
unit must both be the same and of a type compatible with the Ethernet
expansion card. All other I/O expansion cards installed on other blade servers
in the BladeCenter unit must also be compatible with these I/O modules. In
this example, you could then install two Ethernet-switch modules or two
copper pass-thru modules. Copper pass-thru modules are compatible with
Ethernet expansion cards.

For additional information, see the Installation and User’s Guide for your
BladeCenter unit on the IBM BladeCenter unit Documentation CD.

Chapter 2. Installing and removing a copper pass-thru module 9

Blade server Ethernet controller numbering

The numbering of the Ethernet controllers in a blade server is operating-system
dependent. You can configure the blade server Ethernet-controller designations
by modifying your operating-system settings.

The routing of an Ethernet controller to a particular I/O-module bay depends
on the type of blade server. You can find out which Ethernet controller is
routed to which I/O module bay by completing the following steps:

1. Install an Ethernet-switch module or pass-thru module in I/O-module bay

1.

2. Make sure that the ports on the Ethernet-switch module or copper

pass-thru module are enabled (I/O Module Tasks > Management >
Advanced Management in the management module Web-based user
interface).

3. Enable one of the Ethernet controllers on the blade server. Make a note of

the designation for the controller.

4. Ping an external computer on the network connected to the I/O module. If

you can ping the external computer, the Ethernet controller that you
enabled is associated with the I/O module in I/O-module bay 1. The other
Ethernet controller in the blade server is associated with the I/O module in
I/O-module bay 2.

If the Ethernet controller that is associated with I/O-module bay 1 does not
have the designation that you want, modify the blade-server operating-system
settings to change the Ethernet-controller designations.

In a BladeCenter unit that supports four I/O modules, if you have installed an
I/O expansion card on a blade server, communications from the option are
routed to I/O-module bays 3 and 4. You can make sure which controller on the
card is routed to which I/O-module bay by performing the same steps, using a
controller on the I/O expansion card and a compatible Ethernet-switch module
or copper pass-thru module in I/O bay 3 or 4.

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Installation guidelines

Before you begin to install the copper pass-thru module in the BladeCenter
unit, read the following information:

v Read the safety information beginning on page v and “Handling

static-sensitive devices,” and read the safety statements in the BladeCenter
unit documentation.

v Blue on a component indicates touch points, where you can grip a

component to remove it from or install it in the Bladecenter unit, open or
close a latch, and so on.

v Orange on components and labels in your BladeCenter unit identifies

hot-swap or hot-plug components. You can install or remove hot-swap
modules while the BladeCenter unit is running. For complete details about
installing or removing a hot-swap or hot-plug component, see the detailed
information in this chapter.

v The copper pass-thru module supports a 1000 Mbps cable only. Do not

connect a 10/100 Mbps cable to the module.

v For a list of supported options for your BladeCenter unit, go to

http://www-03.ibm.com/services/supline/products/.

System reliability considerations

Attention: To help ensure proper cooling, performance, and system reliability,
make sure that:

v Each of the module bays on the rear of the BladeCenter unit has either a

module or filler module installed.

v A removed hot-swap module is replaced with an identical module or filler

module within 1 minute of removal.

v Cables for the optional modules are routed according to the illustrations and

instructions in this document.

Handling static-sensitive devices

Attention: Static electricity can damage electronic devices and your
BladeCenter unit. 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 printed circuitry.

Chapter 2. Installing and removing a copper pass-thru module 11

v Do not leave the device where others can handle and possibly damage the

device.

v While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to any

unpainted metal surface of the BladeCenter unit chassis or any unpainted
metal surface on any other grounded rack component in the rack you are
installing the device in 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 your

BladeCenter unit without setting it down. If it is necessary to set the device
down, place it in its static-protective package. Do not place the device on
your BladeCenter chassis or on a metal table.

v Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather because

heating reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity.

v On a BladeCenter T unit, use an ESD wrist strap and the ESD connectors.

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is the release of stored static electricity that can
damage electric circuits. Static electricity is often stored in your body and
discharged when you come in contact with an object with a different
potential. The ESD wrist strap safely channels the electricity from your body
to a proper ground (the BladeCenter T unit).

Use an ESD wrist strap whenever you are working on a BladeCenter T unit,
especially when you are handling modules, options, and blade servers. To
work properly, the wrist strap must have a good contact at both ends
(touching your skin at one end and connected to the ESD connector on the
front or back of the BladeCenter T unit).

Location of ESD connector (front of unit)

CMM

1

D

S

E

D

ESD connector

S

E

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CMM

2

Location of ESD connector (rear of unit)

TOP

D

CRT

MNR

MJR

TOP

D

2

1

Alarms

24

BTM

E

ESD connector

BTM

13

E

Chapter 2. Installing and removing a copper pass-thru module 13

Installing a copper pass-thru module

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.

Class 1 Laser Product
Laser Klasse 1
Laser Klass 1
Luokan 1 Laserlaite
Appareil A Laser de Classe 1

`

14 IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

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.

Chapter 2. Installing and removing a copper pass-thru module 15

The following illustration shows how to install a copper pass-thru module in
an I/O-module bay in the rear of an IBM Eserver BladeCenter Type 8677 or
similar BladeCenter unit.

!

1

I/O module

1

5

2

6

0
1

3

1
1

4
1

K

K O
IN
L

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The following illustration shows how to install a copper pass-thru module in
an I/O module bay in the rear of an IBM Eserver BladeCenter T Type 8720 or
8730 or similar BladeCenter unit.

Filler
module

Filler
module

Copper
pass-thru
module

Ethernet
switch
module

1

!

Release
latch
(open)

Release
latch
(open)

L

LINK OK

I
N
K
O
K

3

2

Complete the following steps to install a copper pass-thru module:

1. Make sure that you are using the latest versions of device drivers,

firmware, and BIOS code for your blade server and management module.
Go to the IBM Support Web site, http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ for
the latest information about upgrading the device drivers, firmware, and
BIOS code for BladeCenter components. The latest instructions are in the
documentation that come with the updates.

2. Review the information in “Safety” on page v, “Installation guidelines” on

page 11, and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 11.

Chapter 2. Installing and removing a copper pass-thru module 17

3. If the BladeCenter unit is an IBM Eserver BladeCenter Type 8677 unit,

remove the acoustic-attenuation module, if one is installed, from the rear
of the unit.

Acoustic module

Locking
handle

4. Select an I/O-module bay in which to install the copper pass-thru module.

5. Remove the filler module from the selected bay. Store the filler module for

future use.

6. If you have not already done so, touch the static-protective package that

contains the copper pass-thru module to any unpainted metal surface of
the BladeCenter unit chassis or any unpainted metal surface on any other
grounded rack component for at least two seconds.

7. Remove the copper pass-thru module from its static-protective package.

8. Make sure that the release latch on the copper pass-thru module is in the

open position (perpendicular to the module).

9. Slide the copper pass-thru module into the appropriate I/O-module bay

until it stops.

10. Push the release latch on the front of the copper pass-thru module to the

closed position.

18 IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

11. Make sure that the LEDs on the copper pass-thru module indicate that it

is operating properly. (See “Information LEDs” on page 25 for LED
locations.) Make sure that:

v The green power LED is lit.

v The amber copper pass-thru module error LED is not lit.

v The LINK OK LED is lit.

If LED conditions are not as specified, see “Troubleshooting” on page 29.

12. If you have other modules to install, do so now; otherwise, go to step 13.

13. Attach any cables required by the copper pass-thru module. See Chapter 4,

“Completing the installation,” on page 27 for instructions. For the location
of the connectors on the BladeCenter unit, see the Installation and User’s
Guide for your BladeCenter unit on the BladeCenter unit Documentation
CD.

14. Replace the acoustic-attenuation module, if you removed it in step 3 on

page 18.

15. Make sure that the ports on the copper pass-thru module are enabled (I/O

Module Tasks > Management > Advanced Management in the

management module Web-based interface).

Chapter 2. Installing and removing a copper pass-thru module 19

Removing a copper pass-thru module

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.

Complete the following steps to remove a copper pass-thru module:

1. If the BladeCenter unit is an IBM Eserver BladeCenter Type 8677 unit,

remove the acoustic-attenuation module, if installed, from the rear of the
unit (see step 3 on page 18 to locate the attenuation module).

2. Disconnect any cables from the selected copper pass-thru module.

20 IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

3. Pull the release latch to the fully-open position as shown in the illustration.

The module moves out of the bay slightly.

I/O module

Filler
module

!

1

1

5

2

6

0
1

3

1
1

4
1

K
O

K
N
I
L

Filler
module

Copper
pass-thru
module

Ethernet
switch
module

1

!

Release
latch
(open)

Release
latch
(open)

L

LINK OK

I
N
K
O
K

3

2

4. Slide the module out of the bay and set it aside.

5. Place either another I/O module or a filler module in the bay within 1

minute.

6. If you placed another copper pass-thru module in the bay, reconnect any

cables that you disconnected in step 2 on page 20.

7. Replace the acoustic-attenuation module option, if you removed it in step 1

on page 20.

Chapter 2. Installing and removing a copper pass-thru module 21

22 IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

Chapter 3. Information LEDs and external ports

This chapter describes the information LEDs (also known as indicators) on the
copper pass-thru module and identifies the copper pass-thru module external
ports.

Front panel

The front panel of the copper pass-thru module has status LEDs, an LED
matrix, and three external copper-interface ports, as shown in the following
illustration. Each interface port supports up to five-channels of bi-directional
communication, which support fourteen external communication channels.

Note: The port-3 E connector is not used.

Status LEDs

!

1

Por t 1

Por t 2

1

5

2

6

LED matrix

10

3

Por t 3

Figure 5. Copper pass-thru module external ports and LED matrix

11

14

LINK OK

The copper pass-thru module contains:

v LEDs that display the status of the copper pass-thru module and its network

connections (see “Information LEDs” on page 25).

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v Three external bi-directional interface ports. The copper pass-thru module

cable that connects to each module port provides five copper connectors for
connecting to the existing network infrastructure. Table 1 shows how each
blade-server bay is assigned to a copper pass-thru module cable connector.

v Fourteen internal ports; connected through the copper pass-thru module

cable connectors to each blade-server port.

Table 1. Blade server bay to port and cable assignments in BladeCenter Type 8677 unit

Blade server bay

1 Port 1 (transceiver 1) A

2 Port 1 (transceiver 2) B

3 Port 1 (transceiver 3) C

4 Port 1 (transceiver 4) D

5 Port 1 (transceiver 5) E

6 Port 2 (transceiver 6) A

7 Port 2 (transceiver 7) B

8 Port 2 (transceiver 8) C

9 Port 2 (transceiver 9) D

10 Port 2 (transceiver 10) E

11 Port 3 (transceiver 11) A

12 Port 3 (transceiver 12) B

13 Port 3 (transceiver 13) C

14 Port 3 (transceiver 14) D

Copper pass-thru module

external port

Copper pass-thru module cable

connector

Table 2. Blade server bay to port and cable assignments in BladeCenter T unit

Blade server bay

1 Port 1 (transceiver 1) A

2 Port 1 (transceiver 2) B

3 Port 1 (transceiver 3) C

4 Port 1 (transceiver 4) D

5 Port 1 (transceiver 5) A

6 Port 2 (transceiver 6) B

7 Port 2 (transceiver 7) C

8 Port 2 (transceiver 8) D

Copper Pass-thru Module

external port

Copper pass-thru module cable

connector-pair

24 IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

Notes:

1. Copper pass-thru module cable connectors are marked as A, B, C, D, and E

to indicate their channel number.

2. The port-3 E connector is not used.

Information LEDs

There are two sets of LEDs on the copper pass-thru module front panel. The
first row of LEDs at the top of the I/O module represent I/O-module status
and include the power LED and the copper pass-thru module error LED (!).
The second set of LEDs are grouped in an LED matrix that indicates the link
status for each copper-port channel and copper-port errors. The following
illustration shows the LEDs on the copper pass-thru module. A description of
each LED follows the illustration.

Figure 6. Information LEDs

Power LED

LINK OK

Copper Pass-thru
Module error LED

!

1

1

5

2

6

Link OK LEDs

10

3

11

14

Chapter 3. Information LEDs and external ports 25

Notes:

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

2. An amber LED is lit when an error or event has occurred. To identify the

error or event, check the other LEDs on the copper pass-thru module.

3. An LED test occurs whenever the I/O module is turned on. All LEDs are

lit and remain lit for approximately 5 seconds and then return to a normal
state.

Power LED

This green LED is at the top of the I/O module on the front panel.
When this LED is lit, it indicates that the I/O module has passed the
POST and is operational.

Copper pass-thru module error LED (!)

This amber LED is at the top of the I/O module on the front panel.
This LED indicates that the I/O module has an error. If the I/O
module fails the POST, this error LED is lit.

LINK OK LEDs

There are fourteen green LINK OK LEDs on the right side of the LED
matrix on the front panel. Each of these LEDs indicates that there is a
valid connection to a device on that port channel and that both ends
of this connection are successfully communicating using compatible
network protocols. (See Chapter 4, “Completing the installation,” on
page 27 for information about supported networking environments.)
The LINK OK LEDs are arranged in a way that identifies each port
channel (LED columns A, B, C, D, and E) and the transceiver (LED
rows 1, 2, and 3) that is associated with it. If a LINK OK LED is not
lit, make sure that the blade server is in the correct slot and is
powered-on.

26 IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

Chapter 4. Completing the installation

This chapter provides instructions for connecting the copper pass-thru module
to your existing network infrastructure.

The module automatically configures itself to operate in several networking
environments. No manual configuration or special device drivers are needed.
See the documentation for your existing network infrastructure for
configuration information.

Cable connection

The copper pass-thru module is connected to existing network infrastructure
using copper CAT5E cables. One cable comes with the copper pass-thru
module. A sample copper pass-thru module cable is shown below:

CAT5E copper
connectors

Multi-port
copper connector

The CAT5E cable connectors that are attached to your network infrastructure
are numbered to identify their port channel. See Table 1 on page 24 for
blade-server-to-port mapping information.

© Copyright IBM Corp. 2012 27

Attention: To avoid damage to your cables, follow these guidelines:

v Use care when routing the cable along a folding cable-management arm.

Some ports will not operate if the cable is incorrectly connected.

v For devices on slide rails, leave enough slack in the cable so that it does not

bend to a radius less than 38 mm (1.5 in.) when extended or become
pinched when retracted.

v Route the cable away from places where it can be damaged by other devices

in the rack cabinet.

v Do not use plastic cable ties in place of cable straps.

v Do not overtighten the cable straps or bend the cables to a radius less than

38 mm (1.5 in.).

v Do not put excess weight on the cable at the connection point. Be sure that

the cable is well supported.

Connecting to the copper pass-thru module

The end of the copper pass-thru cable with one connector is attached to one of
the port connectors on the copper pass-thru module. Complete the following
steps to connect a copper pass-thru cable to the copper pass-thru module:

1. Orient the cable connector so that the cable connector key aligns with the

key in the port connector of the copper pass-thru module; then, insert the
cable connector in the port connector. Make sure that the cable is routed
upwards in the rack cabinet; this cable route provides for the 45° upwards
angle of the cable connector.

2. Press on the connector to seat the connector in place and tighten the

captive thumb-screws until the cable is secure on the module.

Note: Some ports will not operate if the cable is not correctly connected.

To disconnect the cable, loosen the two captive thumb-screws and remove the
cable from the module.

Connecting to network infrastructure

The end of the copper pass-thru cable with five bi-directional (duplex)
connectors is connected to your network infrastructure. Each bi-directional
connector provides a transmit-and-receive pair for one of the five bi-directional
channels supported by the cable. (See Table 1 on page 24 for
blade-server-bay-to-CAT5E-connector mapping.) Complete the following steps
to connect one of the copper pass-thru cable channels to your network
infrastructure:

1. Orient the cable connectors with the port connectors of your infrastructure,

making sure that the cable-connector keys align with the keys in the port
connectors; then, insert the cable connectors in the port connectors.

2. Press the copper cable connector until it clicks and locks in place.

28 IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

To disconnect the cable, release the lock before removing the cable from the
port.

Configuring the copper pass-thru module

The copper pass-thru module provides an unconfigured network connection
and requires no configuration to communicate with network resources. The
copper pass-thru module provides an advanced configuration that enables or
disables the ports. See the BladeCenter unit Management Module User’s Guide
for general information on managing BladeCenter I/O modules.

Updating I/O module firmware

Go to the IBM Support Web site, http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ for the
latest information about upgrading the firmware for your I/O module. The
latest instructions are in the documentation that comes with the update.

Troubleshooting

If you are having a problem, use the following information to help you to
determine the cause of the problem and the action to take. Additional
troubleshooting and debugging procedures are available in the Hardware
Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide for your BladeCenter unit on the
IBM BladeCenter unit Documentation CD.

Make sure that you are using the latest versions of device drivers, firmware,
and BIOS code for your blade server and management module. If these items
are obsolete, the BladeCenter unit might not recognize the I/O module and
might not turn it on. Go to the IBM Support Web site, http://www-

947.ibm.com/support/entry/portal/documentation/ for the latest information
about upgrading the device drivers, firmware, and BIOS code for BladeCenter
components. The latest instructions are in the documentation that come with
the updates.

To determine whether your installation problem is caused by the hardware,
perform the following tasks:

v Make sure that the I/O module is installed correctly.

v Make sure that all peripheral devices connected to the I/O module are

turned on, operating properly, and are properly connected.

v Make sure that the blade servers and I/O expansion cards using the I/O

modules are installed correctly in the BladeCenter unit.

v The copper pass-thru module must be connected using a 1000 Mbps cable or

the LINK OK LED will not light. Using a 10/100 Mbps cable will cause port
problems and connection issues.

Chapter 4. Completing the installation 29

To determine whether your installation problem is caused by the system
configuration, check the I/O module settings using the management-module
Web-based interface. See the BladeCenter unit Management Module User’s Guide
on the IBM BladeCenter unit or option Documentation CD for general
information on managing BladeCenter I/O modules.

If you still have a system configuration problem, see the documentation that
comes with your IBM BladeCenter unit, or contact your IBM technical-support
representative.

30 IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance

If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information
about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from
IBM to assist you. This appendix contains information about where to go for
additional information about IBM and IBM products, what to do if you
experience a problem with your ER s e r v e r or IntelliStation
to call for service, if it is necessary.

Before you call

Before you call, make sure that you have taken these steps to try to solve the
problem yourself:

v Check all cables to make sure that they are connected.

v Check the power switches to make sure that the system is turned on.

v Use the troubleshooting information in your system documentation, and use

the diagnostic tools that come with your system. Information about
diagnostic tools is in the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting
Guide or Problem Determination Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD or
IBM BladeCenter Documentation CD or in the IntelliStation Hardware
Maintenance Manual at the IBM support Web site.

v Go to the IBM support Web site at http://www-947.ibm.com/support/

entry/portal/docdisplay?brand=5000008&lndocid=SERV-CALL to check for
technical information, hints, tips, and new device drivers or to submit a
request for information.

®

system, and whom

You can solve many problems without outside assistance by following the
troubleshooting procedures that IBM provides in the online help or in the
publications that are provided with your system and software. The information
that comes with your system also describes the diagnostic tests that you can
perform. Most Eserver and IntelliStation systems, operating systems, and
programs come with information that contains troubleshooting procedures and
explanations of error messages and error codes. If you suspect a software
problem, see the information for the operating system or program.

Using the documentation

Information about your IBM BladeCenter or IntelliStation system and
preinstalled software, if any, is available in the documentation that comes with
your system. That documentation includes printed books, online books,
readme files, and help files. See the troubleshooting information in your system
documentation for instructions for using the diagnostic programs. The
troubleshooting information or the diagnostic programs might tell you that you

© Copyright IBM Corp. 2012 31

need additional or updated device drivers or other software. IBM maintains
pages on the World Wide Web where you can get the latest technical
information and download device drivers and updates. To access the latest
documentation, go to http://www-947.ibm.com/support/
entry/portal/documentation/, enter the name of your product in the Quick
Find field and press Enter. Also, some hardcopy documents are available
through the IBM Publications Center at http://www.elink.ibmlink.ibm.com/
public/applications/publications/cgibin/pbi.cgi.

Getting help and information from the World Wide Web

On the World Wide Web, the IBM Web site has up-to-date information about
IBM Eserver and IntelliStation products, services, and support. The address for
IBM IntelliStation information is http://www.ibm.com/systems/intellistation/.

You can find service information for your IBM products, including supported
options, at http://www.ibm.com/supportportal/.

Software service and support

Through IBM Support Line, you can get telephone assistance, for a fee, with
usage, configuration, and software problems with xSeries servers, BladeCenter
products, IntelliStation workstations, and appliances. For information about
which products are supported by Support Line in your country or region, see
http://www.ibm.com/services/sl/products/.

For more information about Support Line and other IBM services, see
http://www-03.ibm.com/services/supline/products/, or see
http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/ for support telephone numbers. In the U.S.
and Canada, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (1-800-426-7378).

Hardware service and support

You can receive hardware service through IBM Services or through your IBM
reseller, if your reseller is authorized by IBM to provide warranty service. See
http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/ for support telephone numbers, or in the
U.S. and Canada, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (1-800-426-7378).

In the U.S. and Canada, hardware service and support is available 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week. In the U.K., these services are available Monday through
Friday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

32 IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

Appendix B. Notices

This information was developed for products and services offered in the U.S.A.

IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this
document in other countries. Consult your local IBM representative for
information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any
reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or
imply that only that IBM product, program, or service may be used. Any
functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any
IBM intellectual property right may be used instead. However, it is the user’s
responsibility to evaluate and verify the operation of any non-IBM product,
program, or service.

IBM may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject matter
described in this document. The furnishing of this document does not give you
any license to these patents. You can send license inquiries, in writing, to:

IBM Director of Licensing
IBM Corporation
North Castle Drive
Armonk, NY 10504-1785
U.S.A.

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION PROVIDES THIS
PUBLICATION “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not allow disclaimer of
express or implied warranties in certain transactions, therefore, this statement
may not apply to you.

This information could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors.
Changes are periodically made to the information herein; these changes will be
incorporated in new editions of the publication. IBM may make improvements
and/or changes in the product(s) and/or the program(s) described in this
publication at any time without notice.

Any references in this information to non-IBM Web sites are provided for
convenience only and do not in any manner serve as an endorsement of those
Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this
IBM product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk.

IBM may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it
believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.

© Copyright IBM Corp. 2012 33

Edition notice

© Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2012. All rights
reserved.

U.S. Government Users Restricted Rights — Use, duplication, or disclosure
restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.

Trademarks

The following terms are trademarks of International Business Machines
Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both:

Active Memory Predictive Failure

Analysis
Active PCI PS/2
Active PCI-X ServeRAID
Alert on LAN ServerGuide
BladeCenter ServerProven
C2T Interconnect TechConnect
Chipkill ThinkPad
EtherJet Tivoli
e-business logo Tivoli Enterprise
Eserver Update Connector
FlashCopy Wake on LAN
IBM XA-32
IBM (logo) XA-64
IntelliStation X-Architecture
NetBAY XceL4
Netfinity XpandOnDemand
NetView xSeries
OS/2 WARP

Intel, MMX, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United
States, other countries, or both.

Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both.

UNIX is a registered trademark of The Open Group in the United States and
other countries.

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Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States, other countries, or
both.

Adaptec and HostRAID are trademarks of Adaptec, Inc., in the United States,
other countries, or both.

Red Hat, the Red Hat “Shadow Man” logo, and all Red Hat-based trademarks
and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Red Hat, Inc., in the
United States and other countries.

Other company, product, or service names may be trademarks or service marks
of others.

Important notes

Processor speeds indicate the internal clock speed of the microprocessor; other
factors also affect application performance.

CD-ROM drive speeds list the variable read rate. Actual speeds vary and are
often less than the maximum possible.

When referring to processor storage, real and virtual storage, or channel
volume, KB stands for approximately 1000 bytes, MB stands for approximately
1 000 000 bytes, and GB stands for approximately 1 000 000 000 bytes.

When referring to hard disk drive capacity or communications volume, MB
stands for 1 000 000 bytes, and GB stands for 1 000 000 000 bytes. Total
user-accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environments.

Maximum internal hard disk drive capacities assume the replacement of any
standard hard disk drives and population of all hard disk drive bays with the
largest currently supported drives available from IBM.

Maximum memory may require replacement of the standard memory with an
optional memory module.

IBM makes no representation or warranties regarding non-IBM products and
services that are ServerProven

®

, including but not limited to the implied
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. These
products are offered and warranted solely by third parties.

IBM makes no representations or warranties with respect to non-IBM products.
Support (if any) for the non-IBM products is provided by the third party, not
IBM.

Appendix B. Notices 35

Some software may differ from its retail version (if available), and may not
include user manuals or all program functionality.

Product recycling and disposal

This unit contains materials such as circuit boards, cables, electromagnetic
compatibility gaskets, and connectors which may contain lead and
copper/beryllium alloys that require special handling and disposal at end of
life. Before this unit is disposed of, these materials must be removed and
recycled or discarded according to applicable regulations. IBM offers
product-return programs in several countries. Information on product recycling
offerings can be found on IBM’s Internet site at http://www.ibm.com/ibm/
environment/products/prp.shtml.

Battery return program

This product may contain a sealed lead acid, nickel cadmium, nickel metal
hydride, lithium, or lithium ion battery. Consult your user manual or service
manual for specific battery information. The battery must be recycled or
disposed of properly. Recycling facilities may not be available in your area. For
information on disposal of batteries outside the United States, go to
http://www.ibm.com/ibm/environment/products/batteryrecycle.shtml or
contact your local waste disposal facility.

In the United States, IBM has established a collection process for reuse,
recycling, or proper disposal of used IBM sealed lead acid, nickel cadmium,
nickel metal hydride, and battery packs from IBM equipment. For information
on proper disposal of these batteries, contact IBM at 1-800-426-4333. Have the
IBM part number listed on the battery available prior to your call.

In the Netherlands, the following applies.

Electronic emission notices

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

36 IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

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. IBM is not 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.

Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Avis de conformité à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.

Australia and New Zealand Class A statement

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.

United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement

Notice to Customers

This apparatus is approved under approval number NS/G/1234/J/100003 for
indirect connection to public telecommunication systems in the United
Kingdom.

European Union EMC Directive conformance 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. IBM cannot accept responsibility for

Appendix B. Notices 37

any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a
nonrecommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM
option cards.

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 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.

Taiwanese Class A warning statement

Chinese Class A warning statement

Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement

38 IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

Index

B

bay locations 7
blade server port assignment 24

C

cables

copper 3
Class A electronic emission notice 36
compatible options Web site 11
components

major 5
configuration problems 30
controller enumeration 10
copper cables 3
copper pass-thru cable

1000 Mbps 29

D

data transmission rates 3

E

electronic emission Class A notice 36
Ethernet

controller enumeration 10

interface requirements 8
external components 23

F

FCC Class A notice 36
features 3
firmware upgrade 29
front panel 23

H

handling static-sensitive devices 11
hardware problems 29

I

I/O module

LEDs 25
I/O module fault LED 26
identification labels 5
indicators 25
installation

guidelines 11

illustration 16, 17

procedure 17

requirements 8, 9
installing

I/O module 16, 17

options 11
introduction 1
inventory checklist 4

L

labels 5
LEDs

front view 25

I/O module fault 26

Link OK 26

power 26
Link OK LED 26
location

LEDs 23

ports 23

serial number 5

M

G

general requirements 3

major components 5
management module port

assignment 23, 25

N

notes, important 35

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notices

electronic emission 36
FCC, Class A 36
used in this book 4

O

options

installing 11
Web site 11

P

port assignment 23, 24, 25
port locations 3, 23
port specifications 3
power LED 26

R

removing

I/O module 20

S

serial number 5
specifications

data transmission 3
ports 3

technical 3
static electricity 11
static-sensitive devices, handling 11
status and failure LEDs 3
supported options Web site 11
system reliability 11

United States FCC Class A notice 36
upgrade firmware 29

W

Web site

IBM products 2, 6
supported options 11

World Wide Web 2, 6

T

technical specifications 3
trademarks 34
transmission rates 3
troubleshooting

hardware 29

installation problems 29

system configuration problems 30

U

United States electronic emission Class A

notice 36

40 IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module: Installation Guide

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Part Number: 25R4622-02

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