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User’s Guide

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xSeries 306
Type 8836

User’s Guide

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Note:

Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information in
Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 25.

First Edition (April 2004)

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Contents

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

Chapter 1. Introducing the xSeries 306 Type 8836 server . . . . . . . .1

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

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

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

What your server offers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Reliability, availability, and serviceability features . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

IBM Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

The UpdateXpress program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Server controls, LEDs, and power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Server power features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Chapter 2. Configuring the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD . . . . . . . . . . . .11

ServerGuide features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Setup and configuration overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Typical operating-system installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Installing your operating system without ServerGuide . . . . . . . . . .13

Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Configuration/Setup Utility menu choices . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Using the SCSISelect Utility program (SCSI models only) . . . . . . . . .18

Starting the SCSISelect Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

SCSISelect Utility menu choices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Using the Adaptec HostRAID configuration programs . . . . . . . . . . .19

Using the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility programs (for Serial ATA

HostRAID) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Using the SCSISelect Utility program (for SCSI HostRAID) . . . . . . . .21

Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance . . . . . . . . . .23

Before you call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Using the documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Getting help and information from the World Wide Web . . . . . . . . . .24

Software service and support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Hardware service and support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Appendix B. Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Edition notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Important notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Product recycling and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Battery return program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Electronic emission notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement . . . . . . . . .28

Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement . . . . . . . .28

Australia and New Zealand Class A statement . . . . . . . . . . . .28

United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement . . . . . . . . .28

European Union EMC Directive conformance statement . . . . . . . . .29

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Taiwanese Class A warning statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Chinese Class A warning statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement . . .29

Power cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

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Safety

Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.

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

Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.

Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.

Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.

Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information.

Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.

Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.

Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.

Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.

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

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

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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.

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.

Statement 1:

DANGER

Electrical

current from power, telephone, and communication cables is

hazardous.

avoid a shock hazard:

not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation,
maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical
storm.

Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical
outlet.

Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to
this product.

When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal
cables.

Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or
structural damage.

Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems,
networks, and modems before you open the device covers, unless
instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures.

Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when
installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached
devices.

Connect:

Turn everything OFF.

First, attach all cables to devices.

Attach signal cables to connectors.

Attach power cords to outlet.

Turn device ON.

Disconnect:

Turn everything OFF.

First, remove power cords from outlet.

Remove signal cables from connectors.

Remove all cables from devices.

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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

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.

not:

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

Dispose

the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.

Statement 3:

CAUTION:
When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or
transmitters) are installed, note the following:

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.

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.

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≥ 18 kg

≥ 32 kg

≥ 55 kg

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(39.7 lb)

(70.5 lb)

(121.2 lb)

CAUTION:
Use safe practices when lifting.

Statement 5:

CAUTION:
The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power
supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device
also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current
from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power
source.

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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

service technician.

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The IBM

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networking environments that require superior microprocessor performance, efficient
memory management, and flexibility.

Performance, ease of use, and reliability were key considerations in the design of
your server. These design features make it possible for you to customize the
system hardware to meet your business needs.

Your server comes with a limited warranty. For more information about the terms of
your warranty, see the warranty appendix in the Installation Guide.

Your server contains IBM Enterprise X-Architecture
increase performance and reliability. For more information, see “What your server
offers” on page 4 and “Reliability, availability, and serviceability features” on page 5.

You can obtain up-to-date information about your server and other IBM server
products at http://www.ibm.com/eserver/xseries/.

For service or assistance information, see Appendix A, “Getting help and technical
assistance,” on page 23.

Related documentation

This User’s Guide provides general information about your server, including
information about features, how to configure the server, and how to get help. In
addition to this User’s Guide, the following documentation comes with your server:

Installation Guide

This printed document contains instructions for setting up your server and basic
instructions for installing some options.

Option Installation Guide

This document is in Portable Document Format (PDF) on the IBM xSeries

Documentation CD. It contains detailed instructions for installing, removing, and

connecting optional devices that your server supports.

Safety Information

This document is in PDF on the IBM xSeries 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 document.

Rack Installation Instructions

This printed document contains instructions for installing your server in a rack.

Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide

This document is in PDF on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. It contains
information to help you solve problems yourself, and it contains information for
service technicians.

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provide additional information that is not included in your server documentation.
These updates are available from the IBM Web site. Complete the following steps

check for updated documentation and technical updates:

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

the Learn section, click Online publications.

the ″Online publications″ page, in the Brand field, select Servers.

the Family field, select xSeries 306.

Click Continue.

Notices and statements used in this book

The caution and danger statements that appear in this document are also in the
multilingual Safety Information document, which is on the IBM xSeries

Documentation CD. Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding

statement in the Safety Information document.

The following notices and statements are used in this document:

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

inconvenient or problem situations.

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

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

Caution: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially hazardous

you. A caution statement is placed just before the description of a potentially

hazardous procedure step or situation.

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

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

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Features and specifications

The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of your
server. Depending on your server model, some features might not be available, or
some specifications might not apply.

Table 1. Features and specifications

Microprocessor:

One Intel

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1024 KB
(minimum) Level-2 cache and MMX
(MMX2) technology

Note: Use the Configuration/Setup

Utility program to determine the type
and speed of the microprocessor in
your server.

Memory:

Minimum: 512 MB
Maximum: 4 GB
Type: PC2700/3200,
333/400 MHz, ECC, SDRAM,
registered DIMMs only
Slots: Four dual inline
Supports 256 MB, 512 MB, and

DIMMs

Drives:

Diskette: 1.44 MB
CD-ROM: IDE

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Two 3.5-inch slim-high bays for hard
disk drives

Expansion slots:

Two 66 MHz/64-bit PCI-X slots (one
low profile half-length, one full-height
three-quarter-length)

Video controller:

ATI Radeon 7000M IGP video on
system board
Compatible with SVGA and VGA

DDR-SDRAM video memory

Power

supply:

300 watt (110 or 220 V ac
auto-sensing)

Size:

Height: 43 mm (1.75 inches, 1 U)
Depth: 508 mm (20 inches)

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Width: 430 mm (16.69 inches)
Maximum weight: 12.7 kg (28 lb)
depending on your configuration

Integrated

Dual 1000Base-T, 100Base-T,
10Base-T Ethernet controllers on
the system board with Wake on
LAN
Serial port
Four USB ports (two on front and
two on rear of server)
Keyboard port
Mouse port
ATA-100 single-channel IDE
controller

Hard

Serial ATA controller with
integrated RAID
Ultra320 SCSI controller with
integrated RAID (SCSI models)

Acoustical

Sound power, idling: 6.5 bel
maximum
Sound power, operating: 6.5 bel
maximum

Environment:

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noise emissions:

Server on: 10° to 35°C (50.0°

95.0°F); altitude: 0 to 914 m
(2998.7 ft)
Server off: -40° to 60°C
(-104° to 140°F); maximum
altitude: 2133 m (6998.0 ft)

Server on: 8% to 80%
Server off: 8% to 80%

Heat output:

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

Minimum configuration: 307 Btu (90
watts)
Maximum configuration: 850 Btu
(250 watts)

Electrical

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Sine-wave input (47-63 Hz) required
Input voltage low range:

Minimum: 100 V ac
Maximum: 127 V ac

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Maximum: 240 V ac

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Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA),
approximately:

Minimum: 0.20 kVA
Maximum: 0.45 kVA

Notes:

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

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

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What your server offers

Your server uses the following features and technologies:

IBM Director

IBM Director is a workgroup-hardware-management tool that you can use to
centrally manage xSeries servers. For more information about IBM Director, see
the IBM Director User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD.

IBM Enterprise X-Architecture technology

IBM X-Architecture technology combines proven, innovative IBM designs to make
your Intel™-processor-based server powerful, scalable, and reliable. For more
information, go to
http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/eserver/xseries/xarchitecture/enterprise/index.html.

Large system-memory capacity

The memory bus supports up to 4 GB of system memory. The memory controller
supports error correcting code (ECC) for up to four industry-standard
PC2700/3200, 2.5 V, 184-pin, registered, double-data-rate (DDR), synchronous
dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) dual inline memory modules
(DIMMs).

IBM ServerGuide

The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD that comes with your server provides
programs to help you set up your server and install a 32-bit Windows
system. The ServerGuide program detects installed hardware options and
provides the correct configuration programs and device drivers. For more
information about the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, see “Using the
ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD” on page 11.

Integrated network support

Your server comes with an integrated Intel Gigabit Ethernet controller, which
supports connection to a 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1000-Mbps network. For more
information, see “Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controllers” on page 22.

Large data-storage capacity

Your server supports up to two 25.4-mm (1-inch) slim-high, 3.5-inch hard disk
drives (serial advanced technology attachment (ATA) or SCSI, depending on
server model).

ServeRAID

Your server supports ServeRAID adapters to create redundant array of
independent disks (RAID) configurations.

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Reliability, availability, and serviceability features

Three important computer design features are reliability, availability, and
serviceability (RAS). The RAS features help to ensure the integrity of the data that

stored in your server, the availability of the server when you need it, and the ease

with which you can diagnose and repair problems.

Your server has the following RAS features:

AIC 7901 built-in self-test (BIST)

Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)

Advanced Desktop Management Interface (DMI) features

Alert Standard Format (ASF) 2.0 support providing secure remote power
on/power off and seven standard alerts for components such as fans, voltage,
and thermals

Automatic error retry or recovery

Automatic restart after power failure

Auto-restart initial program load (IPL) power supply

Boot-block recovery

Built-in, menu-driven configuration and setup programs

Cooling fans with speed-sensing capability

Customer-upgradeable basic input/output system (BIOS) code

ECC memory

Error codes and messages

Failover Ethernet support

Menu-driven diagnostic programs on CD

Microprocessor serial number access

Monitoring support for temperature, voltage, and fan speed

Parity checking on the SCSI bus and PCI bus

Power-on self-test (POST)

Read-only memory (ROM) checksums

SDRAM with serial presence detect (SPD)

Server management

Standby voltage for system management features and monitoring

System error log (with an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II installed)

Vital product data (VPD); includes information stored in nonvolatile memory for
easier remote viewing

Wake on LAN and Alert Standard Format

IBM Director

With IBM Director, a network administrator can:

View the hardware configuration of remote systems, in detail

Monitor the usage and performance of critical components, such as
microprocessors, disks, and memory

Centrally manage individual or large groups of IBM and non-IBM Intel-based
servers, desktop computers, workstations, and mobile computers on a variety of
platforms

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IBM Director provides a comprehensive entry-level workgroup hardware manager.
Key features include:

Advanced self-management capabilities for maximum system availability

Multiple operating-system platform support, including Microsoft

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Windows 2000
Server, Windows XP Professional, Red Hat Linux, SUSE LINUX, Novell NetWare,
and Caldera OpenUNIX®. For a complete list of operating systems that support
IBM Director, see the IBM Director Compatibility Document. This document is in
Portable Document Format (PDF) at
http://www.ibm.com/pc/ww/eserver/xseries/systems_management/nfdir/agent.html.

updated every 6 to 8 weeks.

Support for IBM and non-IBM servers, desktop computers, workstations, and
mobile computers

Support for systems-management industry standards

Integration into leading workgroup and enterprise systems-management
environments

Ease of use, training, and setup

Director also provides an extensible platform that supports advanced server

IBM
tools that are designed to reduce the total cost of managing and supporting
networked systems. By deploying IBM Director, you can achieve reductions in
ownership costs through:

Reduced downtime

Increased productivity of IT personnel and users

Reduced service and support costs

more information about IBM Director, see the IBM Director CD that comes with

For
your server, the IBM Director documentation on the CD, and the following Web
pages:

IBM xSeries Systems Management page

http://www-

1.ibm.com/servers/eserver/xseries/systems_management/xseries_sm.html

This Web page presents an overview of IBM Systems Management and
IBM Director.

IBM Universal Manageability page

http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/pc/um/index.html

This Web page links to an IBM portfolio of advanced management tools
that help reduce costs and increase availability throughout the life cycle of a
product.

The UpdateXpress program

The UpdateXpress program is available for most xSeries servers and server
options. It detects supported and installed device drivers and firmware in your
server and installs available updates. You can download the UpdateXpress program
from the Web at no additional cost, or you can purchase it on a CD. To download
the program or purchase the CD, go to
http://www.ibm.com/pc/ww/eserver/xseries/serverguide/xpress.html.

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Server controls, LEDs, and power

This section describes the controls and light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and how to turn
the server on and off.

Front view

The following illustration shows the controls and LEDs on the front of the server.

CD-eject
button

CD-eject button: Press this button to release a CD from the CD-ROM drive.

CD-ROM drive
activity LED

Diskette drive
activity LED

Diskette-eject
button

System-error LED

System-locator LED

Hard disk drive
activity LED

Power-on LED

Power-control button

Reset button

CD-ROM drive activity LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that the CD-ROM

drive is in use.

Diskette drive activity LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that the diskette drive

use.

Diskette-eject button: Press this button to release a diskette from the diskette

drive.

System-error LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that a system error has

occurred.

System-locator LED: Use this blue LED to visually locate the server if it is in a

location with numerous other servers. If your server supports IBM Director, you can
use IBM Director to light this LED remotely.

Hard disk drive activity LED: When this LED is flashing, it indicates that a hard

disk drive is in use.

Power-on LED: When this LED is lit and not flashing, it indicates that the server is

turned on. When this LED is flashing, it indicates that the server is turned off and
still connected to an ac power source. When this LED is off, it indicates that ac
power is not present, or the power supply or the LED itself has failed.

this LED is off, it does not mean that there is no electrical power in the server.
The LED might be burned out. To remove all electrical power from the server, you
must disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.

Power-control button: Press this button to turn the server on and off manually.

Reset button: Press this button to reset the server and run the power-on self-test

(POST). You might have to use a pen or the end of a straightened paper clip to
press the button.

Rear view

The following illustration shows the LEDs on the rear of the server.

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Ethernet 1 transmit/receive
activity LED

Ethernet 1 speed
1 Gbps LED

Ethernet 2 speed
1 Gbps LED

Ethernet 2 transmit/receive
activity LED

Ethernet 1 transmit/receive activity LED: This LED is on the Ethernet connector.

When this LED is lit, it indicates that there is activity between the server and the
network.

Ethernet 1 speed 1 Gbps LED: This LED is on the Ethernet connector. When this

LED is lit, it indicates that the Ethernet network speed is 1 Gbps. When this LED is
off, it indicates that the Ethernet network speed is 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps.

Ethernet 2 speed 1 Gbps LED: This LED is on the Ethernet connector. When this

LED is lit, it indicates that the Ethernet network speed is 1 Gbps. When this LED is
off, it indicates that the Ethernet network speed is 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps.

Ethernet 2 transmit/receive activity LED: This LED is on the Ethernet connector.

When this LED is lit, it indicates that there is activity between the server and the
network.

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Server power features

When the server is connected to an ac power source but is not turned on, the
operating system does not run, and all core logic except for the service processor is
shut down; however, the server can respond to requests from the service processor,
such as a remote request to turn on the server. The power-on LED flashes to
indicate that the server is connected to ac power but is not turned on.

Turning on the server

Approximately 20 seconds after the server is connected to ac power, the
power-control button becomes active, and you can turn on the server and start the
operating system by pressing the power-control button.

The server can also be turned on in any of the following ways:

power failure occurs while the server is turned on, the server will restart

automatically when power is restored.

the server is connected to an Advanced System Management interconnect
network that contains at least one server with an optional Remote Supervisor
Adapter II installed, the server can be turned on from the Remote Supervisor
Adapter II user interface.

your operating system supports the system-management software for an
optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II, the system-management software can
turn on the server.

your operating system supports the Wake on LAN feature, the Wake on LAN
feature can turn on the server.

Note:

When 4 GB or more of memory (physical or logical) is installed, some
memory is reserved for various system resources and is unavailable to the
operating system. The amount of memory that is reserved for system resources
depends on the operating system, the configuration of the server, and the
configured PCI options.

Turning off the server

When you turn off the server and leave it connected to ac power, the server can
respond to requests from the service processor, such as a remote request to turn

the server. To remove all power from the server, you must disconnect it from the

power source.

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

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The server can be turned off in any of the following ways:

You can turn off the server from the operating system, if your operating system
supports this feature. After an orderly shutdown of the operating system, the
server will be turned off automatically.

You can press the power-control button to start an orderly shutdown of the
operating system and turn off the server, if your operating system supports this
feature.

the operating system stops functioning, you can press and hold the

power-control button for more than 4 seconds to turn off the server.

the server is connected to an Advanced System Management interconnect
network that contains at least one server with an optional Remote Supervisor
Adapter II installed, the server can be turned off from the Remote Supervisor
Adapter II user interface.

optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II is installed in the server, the server

can be turned off from the Remote Supervisor Adapter II user interface.

the Wake on LAN feature turned on the server, the Wake on LAN feature can
turn off the server.

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The following configuration programs and capabilities are provided with your server:

IBM ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD

The ServerGuide program provides software-setup tools and installation tools
that are designed for your server. Use this CD during the installation of your
server to configure basic hardware features and to simplify the installation of your
operating system. For information about using this CD, see “Using the
ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD.”

Configuration/Setup Utility program

The Configuration/Setup Utility program is part of the basic input/output system
(BIOS) code in your server. Use it to configure serial port assignments, change
interrupt request (IRQ) settings, change the startup-device sequence, set the
date and time, and set passwords. For information about using this utility
program, see “Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program” on page 13.

SCSISelect Utility program

Use the SCSISelect Utility program to configure devices that are attached to the
SCSI controller (SCSI models only). For information about using this utility
program, see “Using the SCSISelect Utility program (SCSI models only)” on page

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Use the Array Configuration Utility within the Adaptec RAID Configuration
Utility programs to configure the integrated Serial ATA (SATA ) controller with
integrated RAID and the devices that are attached to it. For more information
about using these utility programs, see “Using the Adaptec RAID
Configuration Utility programs (for Serial ATA HostRAID)” on page 20.

SCSI HostRAID feature of the SCSISelect Utility program

Use the SCSI HostRAID feature of SCSISelect Utility program to configure the
SCSI controller with integrated RAID and the devices that are attached to it.
For more information about using this utility program, see “Using the
SCSISelect Utility program (for SCSI HostRAID)” on page 21.

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Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD

The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD includes an easy-to-use setup and
installation program that is designed for your IBM server. The ServerGuide program
detects the server model and hardware options that are installed and uses that
information during setup to configure the hardware. The ServerGuide program
simplifies operating-system installations by providing updated device drivers and, in
some cases, installing them automatically.

Note: The ServerGuide program works only with 32-bit Windows operating

systems.

the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD did not come with your server, you
can download the latest version of the ServerGuide program. You can download a
free image of the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, or you can purchase the

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http://www.ibm.com/pc/coupon/.

The ServerGuide program has the following features to make setup easier:

easy-to-use interface

Diskette-free setup, and configuration programs that are based on detected
hardware

ServeRAID Manager program, which configures your ServeRAID adapter or
integrated SCSI controller with RAID capabilities

Device drivers that are provided for your server model and detected hardware

Operating-system partition size and file-system type that are selectable during
setup

ServerGuide features

Features and functions can vary slightly with different versions of the ServerGuide
program. To learn more about the version that you have, start the ServerGuide

Setup and Installation CD and view the online overview. Not all features are

supported on all server models.

The ServerGuide program requires a supported IBM server with an enabled
startable (bootable) CD-ROM drive. In addition to the ServerGuide Setup and

Installation CD, you must have your operating-system CD to install your operating

system.

The ServerGuide program has the following features:

Sets system date and time
Detects the SCSI RAID adapter, controller, or integrated SCSI controller with
RAID capabilities and runs the SCSI RAID configuration program (with LSI chip
sets for ServeRAID adapters only)
Checks the microcode (firmware) levels of a ServeRAID adapter and determines
whether a later level is available from the CD
Detects installed hardware options and provides updated device drivers for most
adapters and devices
Provides diskette-free installation for supported Windows operating systems
Includes an online readme file with links to tips for your hardware and
operating-system installation

Setup and configuration overview

When you use the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, you do not need setup
diskettes. You can use the CD to configure any supported IBM server model. The
setup program provides a list of tasks that are required to set up your server model.

server with a ServeRAID adapter or integrated SCSI controller with RAID
capabilities, you can run the SCSI RAID configuration program to create logical
drives.

Note: Features and functions can vary slightly with different versions of the

ServerGuide program.

When you start the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, the program prompts
you to complete the following tasks:

Select your language.

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View the overview to learn about ServerGuide features.

View the readme file to review installation tips for your operating system and
adapter.

Start the operating-system installation. You will need your operating-system CD.

Typical operating-system installation

You can use the ServerGuide program to shorten your installation time. The
ServerGuide program provides the device drivers that are required for your
hardware and for the operating system that you are installing. This section
describes a typical ServerGuide operating-system installation.

Note: Features and functions can vary slightly with different versions of the

ServerGuide program.

After you have completed the setup process, the operating-system installation
program starts. (You will need your operating-system CD to complete the
installation.)

The ServerGuide program stores information about the server model, service
processor, hard disk drive controllers, and network adapters. Then, the program
checks the CD for newer device drivers. This information is stored and then
passed to the operating-system installation program.

The ServerGuide program presents operating-system partition options that are
based on your operating-system selection and the installed hard disk drives.

The ServerGuide program prompts you to insert your operating-system CD and
restart the server. At this point, the installation program for the operating system
takes control to complete the installation.

Installing your operating system without ServerGuide

you have already configured the server hardware and you decide not to use the

ServerGuide program to install your operating system, complete the following steps

download the latest operating-system installation instructions from the IBM

Support Web page:

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

the Download section, click Downloads & drivers.

the “Downloads and drivers” page, in the Brand field, select Servers.

the Family field, select xSeries 306.

Click Continue.

the View by document type field, select OS installation.

Select the instructions for your operating system.

Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program

Use the Configuration/Setup Utility program to:

View configuration information

View and change assignments for devices and I/O ports

Set the date and time

Set and change passwords

Set and change the startup characteristics of the server and the order of startup
devices (startup-drive sequence)

Set and change settings for advanced hardware features

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View and clear the error log

Enable USB keyboard and mouse support

Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program

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

Turn on the server.

When the prompt Press F1 for Configuration/Setup appears, press F1. If you
have set both a user (power-on) password and a supervisor (administrator)
password, you must type the supervisor password to access the full
Configuration/Setup Utility menu. If you do not type the supervisor password, a
limited Configuration/Setup Utility menu is available.

Follow the instructions on the window.

Select settings to view or change.

Configuration/Setup Utility menu choices

The following choices are on the Configuration/Setup Utility main menu. Depending

the version of the BIOS code in your server, some menu choices might differ

slightly from these descriptions.

System Summary

Select this choice to view configuration information, including the type, speed,
and cache sizes of the microprocessors and the amount of installed memory.
When you make configuration changes through other options in the
Configuration/Setup Utility program, the changes are reflected in the system
summary; you cannot change settings directly in the system summary.

This choice is on the full and limited Configuration/Setup Utility menu.

System Information

Select this choice to view information about your server. When you make
changes through other options in the Configuration/Setup Utility program, some

those changes are reflected in the system information; you cannot change

settings directly in the system information.

This choice is on the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu only.

Product Data

Select this choice to view the machine type and model of your server, the

serial number, and the revision level or issue date of the BIOS code stored in

electrically erasable programmable ROM (EEPROM).

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Select this choice to view or change assignments for devices and input/output
(I/O) ports.

Select this choice to enable or disable integrated SCSI and Ethernet controllers
and all standard ports (such as serial and parallel). If you disable a device, it
cannot be configured, and the operating system will not be able to detect it (this

equivalent to disconnecting the device). If you disable the integrated Ethernet
controller and no Ethernet adapter is installed, the server will have no Ethernet
capability. If you disable the integrated USB controller, the server will have no
USB capability; to maintain USB capability, make sure that Enabled is selected
for the USB Host Controller and USB BIOS Legacy Support options.

This choice is on the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu only.

Start Options

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effect when you start the server.

The startup sequence specifies the order in which the server checks devices to
find a boot record. The server starts from the first boot record that it finds. If your
server has Wake on LAN hardware and software and the operating system
supports Wake on LAN functions, you can specify a startup sequence for the
Wake on LAN functions. For example, you can define a startup sequence that
checks for a CD or DVD in the CD-ROM drive, then checks the hard disk drive,
and then checks a network adapter.

This choice is on the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu only.

Date and Time

Select this choice to set the date and time in the server, in 24-hour format
(hour:minute:second).

This choice is on the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu only.

System Security

Select this choice to set passwords. See “Passwords” on page 16 for more
information.

This choice is on the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu only.

User Password

Select this choice to set or change a user password. See “User password” on
page 17 for more information.

Supervisor Password

Select this choice to set or change a supervisor password. A supervisor
password is intended to be used by a system administrator; it limits access to
the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu. If a supervisor password is set, the
full Configuration/Setup Utility menu is available only if you type the supervisor
password at the password prompt. See “Supervisor password” on page 17 for
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Select this choice to change settings for advanced hardware features.

Important: The server might malfunction if these options are incorrectly

configured. Follow the instructions on the window carefully.

This choice is on the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu only.

PCI Configuration

Select this choice to view the system resources that are used by installed PCI

PCI-X devices.

Advanced Chipset Control

Select this choice to view, set, and change the settings for the following menu
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Select this choice to view, set, and change the settings for the following menu
choices:

Bus Frequency
Processor Speed
Hyper Threading Technology
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Select this choice to view, set, and change the settings for the following menu
choices:

Com Port Address
Baud Rate
Console Type
Flow Control
Console connection
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Select this choice to enable or disable the automatic power-on feature.

Error Log

Select this choice to view the three most recent error codes and messages that
the system generated during POST. You can use the arrow keys to move
between pages in the error log. Select Clear error logs to clear the POST error
log.

optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II is installed, the full text of the error
messages will be displayed; otherwise, the log will only contain numeric error
codes. Run the diagnostic program on your server to get more information on
any error codes that might occur. See the Hardware Maintenance Manual and

Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for instructions.

Save Settings

Select this choice to save the changes you have made in the settings.

Restore Settings

Select this choice to cancel the changes you have made in the settings and
restore the previous settings.

Load Default Settings

Select this choice to cancel the changes you have made in the settings and
restore the factory settings.

Exit Setup

Select this choice to exit from the Configuration/Setup Utility program. If you have
not saved the changes you have made in the settings, you are asked whether
you want to save the changes or exit without saving them.

Passwords

From the System Security choice, you can set, change, and delete a user
(power-on) password and a supervisor (administrator) password. The System

Security choice is on the full Configuration/Setup menu only.

you set only a user password, you must type the user password to complete the

system startup, and you have access to the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu.

supervisor password is intended to be used by a system administrator; it limits

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you must type the supervisor password to access the Configuration/Setup Utility
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you set a user password for a user and a supervisor password for a system
administrator, you can type either password to complete the system startup. A
system administrator who types the supervisor password has access to the full
Configuration/Setup Utility menu; the system administrator can give the user
authority to set, change, and delete the user password. A user who types the user
password has access to only the limited Configuration/Setup Utility menu; the user
can set, change, and delete the user password, if the system administrator has
given the user that authority.

User password

user (power-on) password is set, when you turn on the server, the system
startup will not be completed until you type the user password. You can use any
combination of up to seven characters (A–Z, a–z, and 0–9) for the password.

When a user password is set, you can enable the Unattended Start mode, in which
the keyboard and mouse remain locked but the operating system can start. You can
unlock the keyboard and mouse by typing the user password.

When a user password is set, POST is not completed until you type the password.

you forget the user password, you can regain access to the server in any of the

following ways:

supervisor password is set, type the supervisor password at the password
prompt (see “Supervisor password”). Start the Configuration/Setup Utility program
and reset the user password.

Remove the server battery and then reinstall it. See the Option Installation Guide

the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for instructions for removing the battery.

Change the position of the clear CMOS (password override) jumper on the
system board to bypass the user password check. See “Resetting passwords” for
additional information.

Supervisor password

supervisor (administrator) password is set, you must type the supervisor
password for access to the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu. You can use any
combination of up to seven characters (A–Z, a–z, and 0–9) for the password.

you forget the supervisor password, you can reset it after you change the position

the clear CMOS jumper. See “Resetting passwords” for additional information.

Resetting passwords

you forget the user or supervisor password, you can change the position of the
clear CMOS jumper on the system board to bypass the user or supervisor
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Clear CMOS jumper (JP2)

Complete the following steps to change the position of the clear CMOS jumper:

Review the safety information beginning on page v.

Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and
external cables; then, remove the cover. Remove the riser-card assembly. See
the Option Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for
instructions.

Change the position of the clear CMOS jumper to bypass the user or supervisor
password check.

Install the riser-card assembly and the cover and connect the server to a
keyboard, monitor, and mouse; then, connect the server to a power source.

Turn on the server. You can now start the Configuration/Setup Utility program
and either delete the old password or set a new user or supervisor password.
You do not need to return the jumper to the previous position.

Using the SCSISelect Utility program (SCSI models only)

Use the SCSISelect Utility program to configure SCSI devices. The SCSISelect
Utility program is available on SCSI models only.

Starting the SCSISelect Utility program

Complete the following steps to start the SCSISelect Utility program:

Turn on the server.

When the prompt <<< Press <CTRL><A> for SCSISelect Utility! >>> appears,
press Ctrl+A. If you have set a supervisor password, you are prompted to type
the password.

Use the arrow keys to select the channel for which you want to change settings.

When the prompt Would you like to configure the SCSI controller, or run

the SCSI Disk Utilities? appears, make your selection and press Enter.

Use the arrow keys to select a choice from the menu.

Follow the instructions on the screen to change the settings of the selected
items, and press Enter.

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The following choices are on the SCSISelect Utility menu:

Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings

Select this choice to view or change SCSI controller settings. To reset the
controller to its default settings, press F6 and follow the instructions on the
screen.

You can view and change the following controller settings:

SCSI Controller ID

Select this choice to view the SCSI controller ID, which is typically 7.

SCSI Controller Parity

This choice is set to Enabled and cannot be changed.

SCSI Controller Termination

This choice is set to Enabled and cannot be changed.

Boot Device Configuration

Select this choice to configure startable-device parameters. You must know
the SCSI ID of the device that you want to configure.

SCSI Device Configuration

Select this choice to configure SCSI-device parameters. You must know the
SCSI ID of the device that you want to configure.

The sync transfer rate is the transfer rate for Ultra SCSI devices. For Ultra3
SCSI LVD devices, the maximum rate is 160 MBps; for Ultra2 SCSI devices,

MBps; for Fast SCSI devices, 20 MBps.

Advanced Configuration

Select this choice to view or change settings for advanced configuration
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Select this choice to configure the SCSI controller with integrated RAID.

SCSI Disk Utilities

Select this choice to view SCSI ID assignments or to format a SCSI device.
Select a device from the list and read the instructions on the screen carefully
before making a selection.

you press Ctrl+A before a selected drive is ready, an Unexpected SCSI
Command Failure screen might appear. Restart the server and watch the
SCSISelect messages as each drive spins up. When the selected drive is ready,
press Ctrl+A.

Using the Adaptec HostRAID configuration programs

Use the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility programs and SCSISelect Utility to add
RAID levels 0 and 1 functionality to the integrated Serial ATA controller and the
SCSI controller. Be sure to use these programs as described in this document. Use
these programs to:

Configure a redundant array of independent disks (RAID) array

View or change your RAID configuration and associated devices

Consider
Utility programs and SCSISelect Utility program to configure and manage arrays:

the following information when using the Adaptec RAID Configuration

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levels 0 and 1. Installing an optional ServeRAID controller provides additional
RAID levels.

You cannot use the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD to configure the
integrated Serial ATA controller with integrated RAID and the SCSI controller with
integrated RAID.

Hard disk drive capacities affect how you create arrays. Drives in an array can
have different capacities, but the RAID controller treats them as if they all have
the capacity of the smallest hard disk drive.

help ensure signal quality, do not mix drives with different speeds and data

rates.

update the firmware and BIOS code for an optional ServeRAID controller, you
must use the IBM ServeRAID Support CD that comes with the ServeRAID
option.

you install a different type of RAID controller in your server, use the
configuration method described in the instructions that come with that RAID
controller to view or change SCSI settings for attached devices.

Using the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility programs (for Serial ATA
HostRAID)

Use the Array Configuration Utility within the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility
programs to add RAID levels 0 and 1 functionality to the integrated Serial ATA
(SATA ) controller with integrated RAID. This utility is a part of the BIOS code in your
server. For additional information about using the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility
programs, see the documentation on the IBM ServeRAID-7e (Adaptec HostRAID)

Support CD. If this CD did not come with your server, you can download the
ServeRAID-7e (Adaptec HostRAID) Support CD from the IBM Web site at:

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

The Serial ATA RAID feature comes disabled by default. You must enable the SATA
RAID feature and install the device drivers before you can use it. The SATA RAID
feature configuration utilities, device drivers, and information are available on the

ServeRAID-7e (Adaptec HostRAID) Support CD.

Enabling the Serial ATA HostRAID feature

Complete the following steps to enable the SATA HostRAID feature:

Turn on the server and watch the monitor screen.

When the message Press F1 for Configuration/Setup appears, press F1. If
you have set a supervisor password, you are prompted to type the password.

Select Devices and I/O Ports.

Scroll down and select SATA RAID Enable.

Select Enabled.

Press Esc; then, select Yes to save your changes.

Using the Serial ATA HostRAID feature

The instructions in this section are for using the Array Configuration Utility program

access and perform an initial RAID level-1 configuration. If you install a different

type of RAID adapter in your server, use the configuration method described in the
instructions that come with that adapter to view or change settings for the attached
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additional information about using the Array Configuration Utility program to create,
configure, and manage arrays.

Configuring the controller:

Complete the following steps to use the Array

Configuration Utility program to configure a RAID level-1 array on your server.

Turn on the server and watch the monitor screen.

When the message Press <CTRL><<A> for Adaptec RAID Configuration

Utility appears, press Ctrl+A.

Select Array Configuration Utility (ACU).

Select Create Array.

From the list of ready drives, select the two drives that you want to group into
the array.

Select RAID-1 when asked to select the RAID level.

(optional), Type an identifier for the array.

Select Quick Int when asked for the array build method.

Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the configuration, and select

Done to exit.

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Complete the following steps to view information

about the Serial ATA controller:

Start the Array Configuration Utility.

From the Array Configuration Utility window, select Manage Arrays.

Select an array and press Enter.

Press Esc to exit the program.

Using the SCSISelect Utility program (for SCSI HostRAID)

Use the SCSISelect Utility to add RAID levels 0 and 1 functionality to the SCSI
controller (SCSI models only). This utility is part of the BIOS code in your server.

The SCSI RAID feature comes disabled by default. You must enable the SCSI
RAID feature and install the device drivers before you can use it. SCSI RAID
configuration utilities, device drivers, and information are available on the

ServeRAID-7e (Adaptec HostRAID) Support CD. If this CD did not come with your

server, you can download the ServeRAID-7e (Adaptec HostRAID) Support CD from
the IBM Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/.

Enabling the SCSI HostRAID feature

Complete the following steps to enable the SCSI HostRAID feature:

Turn on the server and watch the monitor screen.

When the message Press <CTRL><A> for SCSISelect Utility appears, press
Ctrl+A. If you have set a supervisor password, you are prompted to type the
password.

Use the arrow keys to select the channel for which you want to change settings
and press Enter.

Select Configure/View SCSI Controller Setting; then, select HostRAID.

Select Enabled.

Press Esc; then, select Yes to save the changes.

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The instructions in this section describe how to access the SCSI HostRAID feature
from the SCSISelect Utility program and perform an initial RAID level-1
configuration on your server. If you install a different type of RAID adapter in your
server, use the configuration method described in the instructions that come with
that adapter to view or change SCSI settings for attached devices.

See the documentation on the ServeRAID-7e (Adaptec HostRAID) Support CD for
additional information about how to use the SCSI HostRAID feature.

Configuring the controller:

Complete the following steps to use the SCSI

HostRAID feature to configure a RAID level-1 array on your server:

From the SCSISelect main menu, select Configure/View HostRAID Settings.

From the list of ready drives, type C to create an array.

Select RAID-1 when asked to select the RAID type.

From the list of ready drives, select the two drives that you want to group into
the array.

Select Create new RAID-1.

Type an identifier for the array.

Select Yes to create the array.

Press Esc to exit the utility.

Restart the server.

Viewing

the configuration:

You can use the SCSISelect Utility program to view
information about the SCSI controller. From the list of available arrays, select an
array and press Enter. Press Esc to exit the utility.

Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controllers

The Ethernet controllers are integrated on the system board. They provide an
interface for connecting to a 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1-Gbps network and provide
full-duplex (FDX) capability, which enables simultaneous transmission and reception

data on the network. If the Ethernet ports in your server support auto-negotiation,
the controllers detect the data-transfer rate (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or
1000BASE-T) and duplex mode (full-duplex or half-duplex) of the network and
automatically operate at that rate and mode.

You do not need to set any jumpers or configure the controllers. However, you must
install a device driver to enable the operating system to address the controllers. For
device drivers and information about configuring the Ethernet controllers, see the

Intel Ethernet Software CD that comes with your server. For updated information

about configuring the controllers, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/.

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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 xSeries or IntelliStation
necessary.

Before you call

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

Check all cables to make sure that they are connected.

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

Use the troubleshooting information in your system documentation, and use the
diagnostic tools that come with your system. Information about diagnostic tools is

the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM

xSeries Documentation CD or in the IntelliStation Hardware Maintenance Manual

the IBM Support Web site.

the IBM Support Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ to check for
technical information, hints, tips, and new device drivers or to submit a request
for information.

®

system, and whom to call for service, if it is

can solve many problems without outside assistance by following the

You
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 xSeries 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 xSeries 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 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.

access these pages, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ and follow the
instructions. Also, you can order publications through the IBM Publications Ordering
System at
http://www.elink.ibmlink.ibm.com/public/applications/publications/cgibin/pbi.cgi.

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

You can find service information for your IBM products, including supported options,

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

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, IntelliStation
workstations, and appliances. For information about which products are supported

Support Line in your country or region, go to

http://www.ibm.com/services/sl/products/.

For more information about Support Line and other IBM services, go to
http://www.ibm.com/services/, or go to 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 Integrated Technology Services or
through your IBM reseller, if your reseller is authorized by IBM to provide warranty
service. Go to 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).

the U.S. and Canada, hardware service and support is available 24 hours a day,

days a week. In the U.K., these services are available Monday through Friday,

from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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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.

Edition notice

INTERNATIONAL

BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION PROVIDES THIS

PUBLICATION “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS

IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES

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 International Business Machines Corporation 2004. All rights

reserved.

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

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Trademarks

The following terms are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation

the United States, other countries, or both:

Active Memory

Predictive Failure

Analysis
Active PCI
Active PCI-X
Alert on LAN
BladeCenter
C2T Interconnect
Chipkill
EtherJet
e-business logo

Eserver

FlashCopy
IBM
IBM (logo)
IntelliStation
NetBAY
Netfinity
NetView

PS/2

ServeRAID

ServerGuide

ServerProven

TechConnect

ThinkPad

Tivoli

Tivoli Enterprise

Update Connector

Wake on LAN

XA-32

XA-64

X-Architecture

XceL4

XpandOnDemand

xSeries
OS/2 WARP

Lotus, Lotus Notes, SmartSuite, and Domino are trademarks of Lotus Development
Corporation and/or IBM Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both.

Important notes

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.

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.

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

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.

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When referring to processor storage, real and virtual storage, or channel volume,

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

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.

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

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.

the United States, IBM has established a collection process for reuse, recycling,

proper disposal of used IBM sealed lead acid, nickel cadmium, nickel metal

hydride, and battery packs from IBM equipment. For information on proper disposal

these batteries, contact IBM at 1-800-426-4333. Have the IBM part number listed

the battery available prior to your call.

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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 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.

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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 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

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Power cords

For your safety, IBM provides a power cord with a grounded attachment plug to use
with this IBM product. To avoid electrical shock, always use the power cord and
plug with a properly grounded outlet.

IBM power cords used in the United States and Canada are listed by Underwriter’s
Laboratories (UL) and certified by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).

For units intended to be operated at 115 volts: Use a UL-listed and CSA-certified
cord set consisting of a minimum 18 AWG, Type SVT or SJT, three-conductor cord,

maximum of 15 feet in length and a parallel blade, grounding-type attachment

plug rated 15 amperes, 125 volts.

For units intended to be operated at 230 volts (U.S. use): Use a UL-listed and
CSA-certified cord set consisting of a minimum 18 AWG, Type SVT or SJT,
three-conductor cord, a maximum of 15 feet in length and a tandem blade,
grounding-type attachment plug rated 15 amperes, 250 volts.

For units intended to be operated at 230 volts (outside the U.S.): Use a cord set
with a grounding-type attachment plug. The cord set should have the appropriate
safety approvals for the country in which the equipment will be installed.

IBM power cords for a specific country or region are usually available only in that
country or region.

IBM power cord part
number

02K0546

13F9940

13F9979

13F9997

14F0015

Used in these countries and regions

China

Australia, Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea

Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Armenia, Austria,
Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Bosnia and Herzegovina,
Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape
Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo
(Democratic Republic of), Congo (Republic of), Cote D’Ivoire
(Ivory Coast), Croatia (Republic of), Czech Republic, Dahomey,
Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Ethiopia,
Finland, France, French Guyana, French Polynesia, Germany,
Greece, Guadeloupe, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Hungary, Iceland,
Indonesia, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos (People’s
Democratic Republic of), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg,
Macedonia (former Yugoslav Republic of), Madagascar, Mali,
Martinique, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mayotte, Moldova (Republic of),
Monaco, Mongolia, Morocco, Mozambique, Netherlands, New
Caledonia, Niger, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Reunion, Romania,
Russian Federation, Rwanda, Sao To me and Principe, Saudi
Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia (Republic of),
Somalia, Spain, Suriname, Sweden, Syrian Arab Republic,
Tajikistan, Tahiti, Togo, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine,
Upper Volta, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vietnam, Wallis and Futuna,
Yugoslavia (Federal Republic of), Zaire

Denmark

Bangladesh, Lesotho, Maceo, Maldives, Namibia, Nepal,
Pakistan, Samoa, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Uganda

xSeries 306 Type 8836: User’s Guide

IBM power cord part
number

14F0033

Used in these countries and regions

Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Botswana, Brunei Darussalam, Channel
Islands, China (Hong Kong S.A.R.), Cyprus, Dominica, Gambia,
Ghana, Grenada, Iraq, Ireland, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Liberia,
Malawi, Malaysia, Malta, Myanmar (Burma), Nigeria, Oman,
Polynesia, Qatar, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent
and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Sudan,
Tanzania (United Republic of), Trinidad and Tobago, United Arab
Emirates (Dubai), United Kingdom, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe

14F0051

14F0069

14F0087

1838574

Liechtenstein, Switzerland

Chile, Italy, Libyan Arab Jamahiriya

Israel

Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize,
Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, Caicos Islands, Canada, Cayman
Islands, Costa Rica, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic,
Ecuador, El Salvador, Guam, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras,
Jamaica, Japan, Mexico, Micronesia (Federal States of),
Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines,
Taiwan, United States of America, Venezuela

24P6858

34G0232

36L8880

49P2078

49P2110

6952300

Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of), Korea (Republic of)

Japan

Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay

India

Brazil

Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize,
Bermuda, Bolivia, Caicos Islands, Canada, Cayman Islands,
Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El
Salvador, Guam, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico,
Micronesia (Federal States of), Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua,
Panama, Peru, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Taiwan,
United States of America, Venezuela

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Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility

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administrator (supervisor) password 17
Array Configuration Utility

using

configure the SATA controller 20

attention notices 2

B

bays 3
bypassing an unknown password 17

C

caution statements 2
CD-eject button 7
CD-ROM

drive

specification 3
CD-ROM drive activity LED 7
Class A electronic emission notice 28
configuration

Configuration/Setup

Utility 14

with ServerGuide 12
Configuration/Setup Utility program 14
connectors 7
controller

SCSI

configuring

Serial ATA

configuring

using the SCSISelect Utility to configure 21

D

danger statements 2
device drivers 6
DIMMs

supported
diskette drive

specifications
diskette drive activity LED 7
diskette-eject button 7
drives 3, 4

Ethernet speed 1 Gbps LED 8
Ethernet transmit/receive activity LED 8
expansion bays 3
expansion slots 3

F

FCC Class A notice 28
feature

SATA

HostRAID

enabling

features 3

RAS 5
ServerGuide 12

forgotten password, bypassing 17

H

hard disk drive

activity

LED 7
heat output 3
HostRAID feature

using

configure the integrated SATA controller 20

HostRAID feature for SCSI

enabling
using to configure the SCSI controller 22

humidity 3

I

IBM Director 4, 5
important notices 2
integrated functions 3
integrated Serial ATA controller

configuring

J

jumper, clear CMOS (password override) 17

L

LEDs 7

system locator 7

local area network (LAN) 4

E

electrical input 3
electronic emission Class A notice 28
enabling

the

SCSI HostRAID feature 21

the Serial ATA HostRAID feature 20
environment 3
Ethernet 4

speed indicator 8

transmit/receive activity 8

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memory 4

specifications 3

microprocessor 3

N

noise emissions 3

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ServerGuide 13

without ServerGuide 13

notes 2
notes, important 26
notices

electronic

emission 28

FCC, Class A 28

notices and statements 2

O

online publications 2

P

password

clear

CMOS jumper 17
override 17
supervisor (administrator) 17
user (power-on) 17

power cords 30
power LED 7
power requirement 3
power supply 3
power-control button 7
power-on (user) password 17
publications 1

R

RAS features 5
reset button 7
resetting passwords 17

starting

Configuration/Setup

Utility 14
statements and notices 2
supervisor password 15, 17
system-error LED 7
system-locator LED 7
systems management 5

T

temperature 3
trademarks 26
turning off the server 9
turning on the server 9

U

United States electronic emission Class A notice 28
United States FCC Class A notice 28
unknown password, bypassing 17
UpdateXpress 6
user password 17
using

Adaptec

RAID Configuration Utility 20
SCSI HostRAID to configure the controller 22
the Adaptec HostRAID configuration programs 19
the SATA HostRAID feature 20
the SCSI HostRAID feature 21
the SCSISelect Utility 21

utility program

Configuration/Setup

V

video controller 3

S

SATA HostRAID feature

enabling

SCSI controller

configuring

SCSI HostRAID feature

enabling
using to configure the SCSI controller 21

SCSISelect Utility

using
ServeRAID 4
ServerGuide

features

NOS installation 13

using 11
ServerGuide CD 4
setting clear CMOS (password override) jumper 17
setup

with
size 3
slots 3
specifications 3
Standby mode 9

configure the SCSI controller 21

ServerGuide 12

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