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IBM xSeries 346
Type 8840
User’s Guide
SC25-R345-20
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IBM xSeries 346
Type 8840
User’s Guide
SC25-R345-20
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Note:
Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B,
“Notices,” on page 27.
Second Edition (September 2004)
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Contents
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v
Chapter 1. Introducing the IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840 . . . . . . . . .1
Related documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Notices and statements used in this document . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
What your server offers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Reliability, availability, and serviceability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
IBM Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
The UpdateXpress program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Server power features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Turning on the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Turning off the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Chapter 2. Configuring the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Configuration/Setup Utility menu choices . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Power-on password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Administrator password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD . . . . . . . . . . . .18
ServerGuide features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Setup and configuration overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Typical operating-system installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Installing your operating system without ServerGuide . . . . . . . . . .20
Using the SCSISelect Utility program for Adaptec HostRAID configuration . . .20
Enabling the SCSI HostRAID feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Using the SCSI HostRAID feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Configuring the controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Viewing the configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Using the Boot Menu program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Configuring the Ethernet controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Using the baseboard management controller utility programs . . . . . . . .22
Using the baseboard management controller configuration utility program
Using the baseboard management controller firmware update utility program 22
Using the baseboard management controller management utility program
Using the SCSISelect Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Starting the SCSISelect Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
SCSISelect Utility menu choices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
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Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance . . . . . . . . . .25
Before you call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Using the documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Getting help and information from the World Wide Web . . . . . . . . . .26
Software service and support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Hardware service and support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Appendix B. Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Edition notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
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Important notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Product recycling and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Battery return program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Electronic emission notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement . . . . . . . . .30
Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement . . . . . . . .30
Australia and New Zealand Class A statement . . . . . . . . . . . .30
United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement . . . . . . . . .30
European Union EMC Directive conformance statement . . . . . . . . .31
Taiwanese Class A warning statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Chinese Class A warning statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement . . .31
Power cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
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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.
Copyright IBM Corp. 2004
Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.
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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.
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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 a
module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made
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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Statement 4
≥18 kg (39.7 lb)
≥32 kg (70.5 lb)
≥55 kg (121.2 lb)
CAUTION:
Use safe practices when lifting.
Statement 5
CAUTION:
The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do
not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have
more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure
that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
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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 a service technician.
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CAUTION:
The following label indicates a hot surface nearby.
Statement 13
DANGER:
Overloading
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 the branch circuit protection requirements. Refer to the
information that is provided with your IBM device for electrical specifications.
Statement 14
CAUTION:
Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels might be present. Only a qualified
service technician is authorized to remove the covers where the following label is
attached.
Statement 15
CAUTION:
Make sure that the rack is secured properly to avoid tipping when the server unit is
extended.
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CAUTION:
Some accessory or option board outputs exceed Class 2 or limited power source
limits and must be installed with appropriate interconnecting cabling in accordance
with the national electric code.
Statement 17
CAUTION:
The following label indicates moving parts nearby.
WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories
sold with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of
California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
ADVERTENCIA: El contacto con el cable de este producto o con cables de
accesorios que se venden junto con este producto, pueden exponerle al plomo, un
elemento químico que en el estado de California de los Estados Unidos está
considerado como un causante de cancer y de defectos congénitos, además de
otros riesgos reproductivos. Lávese las manos después de usar el producto.
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Chapter 1. Introducing the IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840
The IBM
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can be upgraded to a symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) server through a
microprocessor upgrade.
Performance, ease of use, reliability, and expansion capabilities 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 needs today and provide
flexible expansion capabilities for the future.
The server comes with a limited warranty. For more information about the terms of
the warranty, see the warranty appendix in the Installation Guide.
The 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” on page 5.
You can obtain up-to-date information about the 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 25.
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This User’s Guide provides general information about the 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 the server:
Installation Guide
This printed document contains instructions for setting up the 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 the 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.
1. Racks are measured in vertical increments of 1.75 inches each. Each increment is called a ″U.″ A 1-U-high device is 1.75 inches
tall.
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IBM xSeries Documentation CD.
The server might have features that are not described in the documentation that
you received with the server. The documentation might be updated occasionally to
include information about those features, or technical updates might be available to
provide additional information that is not included in the 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 346.
Click Continue.
Notices and statements used in this document
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 the
server. Depending on the server model, some features might not be available, or
some specifications might not apply.
Racks are marked in vertical increments of 1.75 inches. Each increment is referred
unit, or “U.” A 1-U-high device is 1.75 inches tall.
Table 1. Features and specifications
Microprocessor:
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Intel
Xeon 2.8 GHz or higher
depending on server model
800 MHz front-side bus (FSB)
Support for up to two microprocessors
with Intel Hyper-Threading Technology
Use the Configuration/Setup Utility
Note:
program to determine the type and speed
the microprocessors.
Memory:
Minimum: 512 MB
Maximum: 16 GB
Type: 2-way interleaved PC3200, ECC
DDR II SDRAM, registered DIMMs only
Sizes: 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, or
GB
Drives:
Diskette: 1.44 MB
DVD-ROM: IDE
Expansion
bays:
Six hot-swap, 3.5-inch drive bays
(hot-swap hard disk drives installed,
some models)
One 5.25-inch bay (DVD-ROM drive
installed)
One 3.5-inch removable-media drive bay
(diskette drive installed)
Expansion
slots:
Two PCI-X non-hot-plug 100 MHz/64-bit
(low profile)
Two PCI-X non-hot-plug 133 MHz/64-bit
Hot-swap
fans:
Standard: Six
Maximum: 12 - provide redundant
cooling
Hot-swap power supplies:
625 watts (100-240 V ac)
Minimum: One
Maximum: Two - provide redundant
power
Size
Height: 85.4 mm (3.36 in.)
Depth: 702 mm (27.64 in.)
Width: 443.6 mm (17.5 in.)
Weight: approximately 21.09 kg (46.5
lb) to 29.03 kg (64 lb) depending upon
configuration
Integrated
Baseboard management controller
Two Broadcom 10/100/1000 Ethernet
controllers (dual-port design) with
Wake on LAN
One serial port
One external and one internal Ultra320
SCSI port (dual-channel controller with
integrated RAID)
Three Universal Serial Bus (USB) v1.1
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controller is also known as the service
processor.
Video controller:
ATI Radeon 7000M IGP video on
system board
Compatible with SVGA and VGA
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Server on: 10° to 35°C (50.0° to
95.0°F); altitude: 0 to 2133 m
(6998.0 ft)
Server off: 10° to 43°C (50.0° to
109.4°F); maximum altitude: 2133 m
(6998.0 ft)
Server on: 8% to 80%
Server off: 8% to 80%
Acoustical noise emissions:
Declared sound power, idle: 6.6 bel
Declared sound power, operating: 6.6 bel
output:
Heat
Approximate heat output in British thermal
units (Btu) per hour:
Minimum configuration: 1230 Btu (360
watts)
Maximum configuration: 2840 Btu (830
watts)
Electrical
input:
Sine-wave input (50-60 Hz) required
Input voltage range automatically selected
Input voltage low range:
Minimum: 90 V ac
Maximum: 137 V ac
Input voltage high range:
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Maximum: 265 V ac
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approximately:
Minimum: 0.36 kVA
Maximum: 0.83 kVA
Notes:
Power consumption and heat output
vary depending on the number and type
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
The server uses the following features and technologies:
Baseboard management controller
The baseboard management controller provides environmental monitoring for the
server. If environmental conditions exceed thresholds or if system components
fail, the baseboard management controller lights LEDs to help you diagnose the
problem. Critical errors are also included in the error log.
Note: The baseboard management controller is also known as the service
processor.
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 documentation on the IBM Director 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.
Active
The Active Memory feature improves the reliability of memory through memory
mirroring and online-spare memory. Memory mirroring stores data in two pairs
DIMMs simultaneously. Online-spare memory disables a failed pair of
DIMMs from the system configuration and activates a pair of online-spare
memory DIMMs. For more information, see the section about installing DIMMs
the Installation Guide.
Large system-memory capacity
The memory bus supports up to 16 GB of system memory. The memory
controller supports error correcting code (ECC) for up to eight
industry-standard, 1.8 V, 240-pin, double-data rate (DDR) II, PC3200,
registered, synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM) dual
inline memory modules (DIMMs).
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The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD that comes with the server provides
programs to help you set up the 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 18.
Integrated network support
The server comes with two integrated Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet controllers,
which support connection to a 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1000-Mbps network. For
more information, see “Configuring the Ethernet controllers” on page 21.
Large data-storage and hot-swap capability
The server supports up to six 25.4 mm (1-inch) slim, 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk
drives installed on Ultra-Slim hard disk drive trays in the hot-swap bays. With the
hot-swap feature, you can add, remove, or replace hard disk drives without
turning off the server.
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Light path diagnostics
Light path diagnostics provides LEDs to help you diagnose problems. For more
information, see the section about light path diagnostics in the Installation Guide.
Redundant connection
The addition of an optional network interface card (NIC) provides a failover
capability to a redundant Ethernet connection. If a problem occurs with the
primary Ethernet connection, all Ethernet traffic associated with this primary
connection is automatically switched to the redundant NIC. If the applicable
device drivers are installed, this switching occurs without data loss and without
user intervention.
Redundant cooling and power capabilities
The server supports up to 12 hot-swap fans, which provide redundant cooling.
The server supports up to two 650-watt power supplies, which provide
redundancy and hot-swap capability for a typical configuration.
ServeRAID
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support
The server supports ServeRAID adapters to create redundant array of
independent disks (RAID) configurations.
Symmetric multiprocessing (SMP)
Your server supports up to two Intel Xeon microprocessors. If the server comes
with only one microprocessor, you can install an additional microprocessor to
enhance performance and provide SMP capability.
Systems-management capabilities
The server supports an optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine.
This option, when used with the integrated baseboard management controller
that comes with the server, enables you to manage the functions of the server
locally and remotely. The Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine also provides
system monitoring, event recording, and dial-out alert capability.
Reliability, availability, and serviceability
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 the server, the availability of the server when you need it, and the ease
with which you can diagnose and correct problems.
The server has the following RAS features:
Automatic error retry and recovery
Automatic restart after a power failure
Backup basic input/output system (BIOS) switching under the control of the
service processor
Baseboard management controller (service processor)
Built-in monitoring for fan, power, temperature, voltage, and power-supply
redundancy
Cable-presence detection on most connectors
Chipkill
Error codes and messages
Error correcting code (ECC) L2 cache and system memory
Hot-swap cooling fans with speed-sensing capability
Hot-swap hard disk drives
Information and light path diagnostics LED panels
Menu-driven setup, system configuration, and redundant array of independent
disks (RAID) configuration programs
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Power management: Compliance with Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface (ACPI)
Power-on self-test (POST)
Predictive Failure Analysis
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(PFA) alerts
Redundant Ethernet capabilities with failover support
Redundant hot-swap power supplies and redundant hot-swap fans (some
models)
Remind button to temporarily turn off the system-error LED
Remote system problem-determination support
Standby voltage for system-management features and monitoring
Startup (boot) from LAN through remote initial program load (RIPL) or dynamic
host configuration protocol/boot protocol (DHCP/BOOTP)
System auto-configuring from the configuration menu
System error logging (POST and service processor)
System-management monitoring through the Intra-Integrated Circuit (I2C) bus
Upgradeable POST, BIOS, diagnostics, service processor microcode, and
read-only memory (ROM) resident code, locally or over the LAN
Vital product data (VPD) on microprocessors, system board, power supplies,
SCSI (hot-swap-drive) backplane, and power backplane
Wake on LAN capability
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
Director provides a comprehensive entry-level workgroup hardware manager.
IBM
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, and Novell
NetWare. 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/servers/eserver/xseries/systems_management/
sys_migration/ibmdiragent.html. It is 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
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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:
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Increased productivity of IT personnel and users
Reduced service and support costs
For more information about IBM Director, see the IBM Director CD that comes with
the server, the IBM Director documentation on the CD, and the IBM xSeries
Systems Management Web page at http://www-
1.ibm.com/servers/eserver/xseries/systems_management/xseries_sm.html,
presents an overview of IBM Systems Management and IBM Director.
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 the 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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Front view
The following illustration shows the controls, LEDs, and connectors on the front of
the server.
Hard disk drive
Rack release
latch
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Hard disk drive
status LED (amber)
Operator information
panel
Rack release
latch
DVD-ROM eject button
DVD-ROM drive
activity LED (green)
Diskette-eject button
Diskette drive
activity LED (green)
Rack release latches: Press these latches to release the server from the rack.
Hard disk drive activity LED: On some server models, each hot-swap hard disk
drive has an activity LED. When this LED is flashing, it indicates that the drive is in
use.
Hard disk drive status LED: On some server models, each hot-swap hard disk
drive has a status LED. When this LED is lit, it indicates that the drive has failed. If
optional IBM ServeRAID controller is installed in the server, when this LED is
flashing slowly (one flash per second), it indicates that the drive is being rebuilt.
When the LED is flashing rapidly (three flashes per second), it indicates that the
controller is identifying the drive.
Operator information panel: This panel contains controls, LEDs, and connectors.
The following illustration shows the controls, LEDs, and connectors on the operator
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System-error LED
Information LED
System-locator LED
SCSI activity LED
Power-control button
Power-on LED
USB connector
The following controls, LEDs, and connectors are on the operator information panel:
Release latch: Slide this latch to the left to access the light path diagnostics
panel.
System-error LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that a system error has
occurred. An LED on the light path diagnostics panel is also lit to help isolate the
error.
Information LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that a noncritical event has
occurred. An LED on the light path diagnostics panel is also lit to help isolate the
error.
System-locator LED: Use this LED to visually locate the server among other
servers. You can use IBM Director to light this LED remotely.
SCSI activity LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that there is activity on the
SCSI or IDE bus.
Power-control button: Press this button to turn the server on and off manually.
power-control-button shield comes installed on the server to prevent the server
from being turned off accidentally.
Power-on LED: When this LED is lit and not flashing, it indicates that the server
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
power is not present, or the power supply or the LED itself has failed.
Note: If this LED is off, it does not mean that there is no electrical power in the
USB connector: Connect a USB device to this connector.
Diskette-eject
drive.
Diskette drive activity LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that the diskette drive
use.
DVD-eject button: Press this button to release a CD from the DVD-ROM drive.
DVD-ROM drive activity LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that the DVD-ROM
drive is in use.
Rear view
The following illustration shows the connectors and LEDs on the rear of the server.
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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.
button: Press this button to release a diskette from the diskette
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Ethernet activity LEDs
Ethernet link status LEDs
Ethernet 2
Ethernet 1
Remote Supervisor Adapter II
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Power cords
AC power LED
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DC power LED
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Universal Serial Bus (USB)
Video
Mouse
Keyboard
Serial
Ethernet link status LEDs: When these LEDs are lit, they indicate that there is an
active link connection on the 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 1000BASE-TX interface
for the Ethernet port.
Ethernet activity LEDs: When these LEDs are lit, they indicate that the server is
transmitting to or receiving signals from the Ethernet LAN that is connected to the
Ethernet port.
Ethernet 2 connector: Use this connector to connect the server to a network.
Ethernet 1 connector: Use this connector to connect the server to a network.
Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine Ethernet connector: Use this connector
connect the server to a network for systems-management information control.
This connector is active only if you have installed a Remote Supervisor Adapter II
SlimLine.
Power-cord connectors: Connect the power cords to these connectors.
power LED: On some server models, each hot-swap power supply has an ac
power LED and a dc power LED. During typical operation, both the ac and dc
power LEDs are lit. For any other combination of LEDs, see the Hardware
Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation
CD.
power LED: On some server models, each hot-swap power supply has a dc
power LED and an ac power LED. During typical operation, both the ac and dc
power LEDs are lit. For any other combination of LEDs, see the Hardware
Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation
CD.
SCSI connector: Connect a SCSI device to this connector.
ASM connectors: Use either of these connectors to connect the server to an
Integrated xSeries Adapter (IXA) that is installed in the server.
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System-locator LED: Use this LED to visually locate the server among other
servers. You can use IBM Director to light this LED remotely.
USB connectors: Connect USB devices to these connectors.
Video connector: Connect a monitor to this connector.
Mouse connector: Connect a mouse or other PS/2
Keyboard connector: Connect a PS/2 keyboard to this connector.
Serial connector: Connect a 9-pin serial device to this connector.
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
(also called the baseboard management controller), 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 5 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.
your operating system supports the systems-management software for an
optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine, the systems-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.
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device to this connector.
Note:
When 4 GB or more of memory (physical or logical) is installed, some
memory is reserved for various system resources and might be unavailable
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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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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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 service processor can turn off the server as an automatic response to a
critical system failure.
You can turn off the server through a request from the service processor.
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Chapter 2. Configuring the server
The following configuration programs and capabilities come with your server:
Configuration/Setup Utility
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.”
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, such as an integrated SCSI
controller with RAID capabilities, and to simplify the installation of your operating
system. For information about using this CD, see “Using the ServerGuide Setup
and Installation CD” on page 18.
SCSISelect Utility program for Adaptec
Use the SCSI HostRAID feature of the 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 Adaptec HostRAID configuration” on page 20.
Boot Menu program
The Boot Menu program is part of the BIOS code in your server. Use it to
temporarily assign a device to be first in the startup sequence, overriding the
startup sequence that is set in the Configuration/Setup Utility program. For
information about using this utility program, see “Using the Boot Menu program”
page 21.
Ethernet controller configuration
configure the integrated Ethernet controllers, see “Configuring the Ethernet
controllers” on page 21.
Baseboard management controller utility programs
Use the baseboard management controller utility programs to configure the
baseboard management controller. The programs also provide the capability to
update the firmware and sensor data record/field replacable unit (SDR/FRU) data
and remotely manage a network. For information about using the baseboard
management controller utility programs, see “Using the baseboard management
controller utility programs” on page 22.
SCSISelect Utility program
Use the SCSISelect Utility program to configure devices that are attached to the
SCSI controller. For information about using this utility program, see “Using the
SCSISelect Utility program” on page 23.
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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 and Remote Control Security settings
Set the startup characteristics of the server and the order of startup devices
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View and clear error logs
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 power-on password and an administrator password, you must
type the administrator password to access the full Configuration/Setup Utility
menu. If you do not type the administrator password, a limited
Configuration/Setup Utility menu is available.
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 and
diagnostics 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). Enable is the default setting for all
controllers. If you disable a device, it cannot be configured, and the operating
system will not be able to detect it (this is equivalent to disconnecting the
device). If you disable the integrated SCSI controller and no SCSI adapter is
installed, the server will have no SCSI capability. If you disable the integrated
Ethernet controllers and no Ethernet adapter is installed, the server will have no
Ethernet capability.
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 ).
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System Security
Select this choice to set passwords. See “Passwords” on page 17 for more
information about passwords.
This choice is on the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu only.
Power-on Password
Select this choice to set or change a power-on password. See “Power-on
password” on page 17 for more information.
Administrator Password
Attention: If you set an administrator password and then forget it, there is
way to change, override, or remove it. You must replace the system board.
This choice is on the Configuration/Setup Utility menu only if an optional IBM
Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine is installed.
Select this choice to set or change an administrator password. An
administrator password is intended to be used by a system administrator; it
limits access to the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu. If an administrator
password is set, the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu is available only if
you type the administrator password at the password prompt. See
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Start Options
Select this choice to view or change the start options. Changes in the start
options take effect when you restart the server.
You can set keyboard operating characteristics, such as the keyboard speed, and
you can specify whether the server starts with the keyboard number lock on or
off. You can enable the server to run without a diskette drive, monitor, or
keyboard.
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.
you enable the boot fail count, the BIOS default settings will be restored after
three consecutive failures to find a boot record.
This choice is on the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu only.
Advanced Setup
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 screen carefully.
This choice is on the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu only.
System Partition Visibility
Select this choice to specify whether the System Partition is to be visible or
hidden. See “Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD” on page 18
for additional information about the System Partition.
Memory Settings
Select this choice to manually enable a pair of memory connectors. If a
memory error is detected during POST or memory configuration, the server
automatically disables the failing pair of memory connectors and continues
operating with reduced memory. After the problem is corrected, you must
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manually enable the memory connectors. Use the arrow keys to highlight the
pair of memory connectors that you want to enable, and use the arrow keys to
select Enable.
Select Memory Configuration to enable memory mirroring or online-spare
memory. You can enable either online-spare memory or memory mirroring, but
not both at the same time.
CPU Options
Select this choice to disable the microprocessor cache or set it to use the
write-back or write-through method. Write-back caching generally provides
better system performance.
PCI Bus Control
Select this choice to view and set interrupts for PCI devices and to configure
the master-latency-timer value for the server.
Baseboard Management Controller Settings
Select this choice to enable or disable the Reboot on System NMI option on
the menu. If you enable this option, the server will automatically restart 60
seconds after the service processor issues a nonmaskable interrupt (NMI) to
the server. If you disable this option, the server will not restart. Enable is the
default setting.
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Select this choice to view or clear error logs.
POST Error Log
Select this choice to view the three most recent error codes and messages
that were generated during POST. Select Clear error logs to clear the POST
error log.
System Event/Error Log
Select this choice to view the System Event/Error log, which contains all
system error and warning messages that have been generated. Use the arrow
keys to move between pages in the log. If an optional IBM Remote Supervisor
Adapter II SlimLine is installed, the full text of the error messages is
displayed; otherwise, the log contains only numeric error codes. Run the
diagnostic program to get more information about error codes that occur. See
the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM
xSeries Documentation CD for instructions. Select Clear error logs to clear
the System Event/Error log.
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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.
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From the System Security choice, you can set, change, and delete a power-on
password and an administrator password. The System Security choice is on the
full Configuration/Setup menu only.
you set only a power-on password, you must type the power-on password to
complete the system startup, and you have access to the full Configuration/Setup
Utility menu.
administrator password is intended to be used by a system administrator; it
limits access to the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu. If you set only an
administrator password, you do not have to type a password to complete the
system startup, but you must type the administrator password to access the
Configuration/Setup Utility menu.
you set a power-on password for a user and an administrator password for a
system administrator, you can type either password to complete the system startup.
system administrator who types the administrator password has access to the full
Configuration/Setup Utility menu; the system administrator can give the user
authority to set, change, and delete the power-on password. A user who types the
power-on password has access to only the limited Configuration/Setup Utility menu;
the user can set, change, and delete the power-on password, if the system
administrator has given the user that authority.
Power-on password
power-on password is set, when you turn on the server, the system startup will
not be completed until you type the power-on password. You can use any
combination of up to seven characters (A–Z, a–z, and 0–9) for the password.
When a power-on 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 power-on password.
you forget the power-on password, you can regain access to the server in any of
the following ways:
administrator password is set, type the administrator password at the
password prompt. Start the Configuration/Setup Utility program and reset the
power-on password.
Remove the server battery and then reinstall it. See the Option Installation Guide
for instructions for removing the battery.
Change the position of the power-on password override switch (switch 2 on
switch block 2 on the system board) to bypass the power-on password check.
Attention: Before changing any switch settings or moving any jumpers, turn off
the server; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables. See the safety
information beginning on page v. Do not change settings or move jumpers on
any system-board switch or jumper blocks that are not shown in this document.
While the server is turned off, move the switch to the position opposite its current
position. You can then start the Configuration/Setup Utility program and reset the
power-on password. You do not need to return the switch to the previous
position.
The power-on password override switch does not affect the administrator
password.
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administrator password is set, you must type the administrator password for
access to the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu. You can use any combination of
seven characters (A–Z, a–z, and 0–9) for the password. The administrator
password choice is on the Configuration/Setup Utility menu only if an optional IBM
Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine is installed.
Attention: If you set an administrator password and then forget it, there is no way
change, override, or remove it. You must replace the system board.
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.
later version of the ServerGuide program is available, you can download a free
image of the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, or you can purchase the CD.
download the image, go to the IBM ServerGuide Web page at
http://www.ibm.com/pc/qtechinfo/MIGR-4ZKPPT.html. To purchase the latest
ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, go to the ServerGuide fulfillment Web site
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
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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.
Select your keyboard layout and country.
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.
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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 346.
Click Continue.
the View by document type field, select OS installation.
Select the instructions for your operating system.
Using the SCSISelect Utility program for Adaptec HostRAID
configuration
Use the SCSISelect Utility program to add RAID level-0 and level-1 functionality
with the option of a hot-spare drive to the SCSI controller with integrated RAID.
Installing a ServeRAID-7k enables the SCSI controller to provide additional RAID
levels. This utility is part of the BIOS code in the server.
The SCSI RAID feature comes disabled by default. You must enable it 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.
Enabling the SCSI HostRAID feature
Complete the following steps to enable the SCSI HostRAID feature:
Turn on the server.
When the prompt Press <CTRL><A> for SCSISelect Utility appears, press
Ctrl+A. If you have set an administrator 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.
Using the SCSI HostRAID feature
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. If you install a different type of RAID adapter in the 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:
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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.
Using the Boot Menu program
The Boot Menu program is a built-in, menu-driven configuration utility program that
you can use to temporarily redefine the first startup device without changing
settings in the Configuration/Setup Utility program.
Complete the following steps to use the Boot Menu program:
Turn off the server.
Restart the server.
Press F12.
Select the startup device.
server returns to the startup sequence that is set in the Configuration/Setup
The
Utility program the next time the server starts or after the temporary settings expire.
Configuring the 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 the 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 have 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
Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet Software CD that comes with the server. For
updated information about configuring the controllers, go to
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/.
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Using the baseboard management controller utility programs
Use the baseboard management controller utility programs to configure the
baseboard management controller, download firmware updates and SDR/FRU
updates, and remotely manage a network.
Using the baseboard management controller configuration utility
program
Use the baseboard management controller configuration utility program to view or
change the baseboard management controller configuration settings. You can also
use the utility program to save the configuration to a file for use on multiple servers.
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ to download the utility program; then, copy
the bmc_cfg.exe file to a configuration utility diskette.
Complete the following steps to start the baseboard management controller
configuration utility program:
Insert the configuration utility diskette into the diskette drive and restart the
server.
From a command-line prompt, type bmc_cfg and press Enter.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
Using the baseboard management controller firmware update utility
program
Use the baseboard management controller firmware update utility program to
download a baseboard management controller firmware update or a SDR/FRU
update. The firmware update utility program updates the baseboard management
controller firmware or SDR/FRU data only and does not affect any device drivers.
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ to download the utility program; then, copy
the Flash.exe file to a firmware update diskette.
Note: To ensure proper server operation, be sure to update the server baseboard
management controller firmware code first before updating the BIOS code.
update the firmware, use one of the following methods:
the Linux or Windows operating-system update package is available from the
World Wide Web and you have obtained the applicable update package, follow
the instructions that come with the update package.
you are using a diskette, complete the following steps:
Insert the firmware update diskette into the diskette drive and restart the
server.
From a command-line prompt, type flash -? and press Enter.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
Using the baseboard management controller management utility
program
Use the baseboard management controller management utility program to remotely
manage and configure a server network. The following features are available from
the utility program:
CLI (command-line interface) Mode
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Use the CLI Mode feature to remotely perform power-management and system
identification control functions over a LAN or serial port interface from a
command-line interface. Use the utility program also to remotely view the event
log.
Serial over LAN Proxy
Use the Serial over LAN Proxy feature to remotely perform control and
management functions over a Serial over LAN (SOL) network. Use the utility
program also to remotely view and change the BIOS settings.
download the utility program and create the baseboard management controller
To
management utility diskette, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/. The download
also provides information about installing and using the utility program.
Using the SCSISelect Utility program
Use the SCSISelect Utility program to configure SCSI devices.
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 an administrator 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.
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.
SCSISelect Utility menu choices
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.
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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
options.
HostRAID
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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.
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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.
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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
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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 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.
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reserved.
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U.S. Government Users Restricted Rights — Use, duplication, or disclosure
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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
Intel, MMX, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States,
other countries, or both.
Important notes
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.
Linux is a trademark of Linus Torvalds 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.
Processor speeds indicate the internal clock speed of the microprocessor; other
factors also affect application performance.
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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,
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 Tome 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, Macao, Maldives, Namibia, Nepal,
Pakistan, Samoa, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Uganda
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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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AC power LED 9
acoustical noise emissions 3
Active Memory 4
attention notices 2
availability 5
B
baseboard management controller 4
baseboard management controller utility programs 22
C
caution statements 2
Class A electronic emission notice 30
configuration
Configuration/Setup
Utility 13
with ServerGuide 19
Configuration/Setup Utility program 13
connectors 8
controller
SCSI
configuring
using the SCSISelect Utility to configure 20
cooling 3
D
danger statements 2
device drivers 7
diskette drive activity LED 8
diskette-eject button 8
DVD-eject button 8
DVD-ROM drive activity LED 8
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electrical input 3
electrical safety information viii, 11
electronic emission Class A notice 30
enabling
the
SCSI HostRAID feature 20
environment 3
Ethernet activity LED 9
Ethernet connector 9
Ethernet-link status link LED 9
F
FCC Class A notice 30
features 3
server 4
ServerGuide 18
firmware code, updating 22
H
heat output 3
HostRAID feature
configuring
enabling 20
humidity 3
I
IBM Director 4, 6
IBM X-Architecture technology 4
important notices 2
information LED 8
integrated
baseboard
management controller utility
programs 22
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keyboard connector 10
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LEDs 8
Ethernet activity 9
Ethernet-link status 9
front view 7
rear view 9
light path diagnostics 5
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management, system 4
memory 4
memory module
specifications
microprocessor
specifications
mouse connector 10
N
NOS installation
with
ServerGuide 19
without ServerGuide 20
notes 2
notes, important 28
notices
electronic
emission 30
FCC, Class A 30
notices and statements 2
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online publications 2
operator information panel 7
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power cords 32
power supply
specifications
power-control button 8
power-control-button shield 8
power-cord connector 9
power-on LED 8
publications 1
R
RAS features 5
reliability 5
Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine 5
S
safety information
electrical
laser vii
lifting viii
SCSI activity LED 8
SCSI connector 9
SCSI controller
configuring
SCSI HostRAID feature
configuring
enabling 20
SCSISelect Utility
using
serial connector 10
ServeRAID 5
ServerGuide
features
NOS installation 19
using 18
ServerGuide CD 4
serviceability 5
setup
with
size 3
SMP 1
specifications 3
statements and notices 2
status LEDs 9
symmetric multiprocessing 1
system-error LED 8
system-locator LED 8, 10
systems management 4, 5, 6
vi, viii, 11
configure the SCSI controller 20
ServerGuide 19
U
United States electronic emission Class A notice 30
United States FCC Class A notice 30
UpdateXpress 7
updating the firmware code 22
USB connector 8, 10
using
baseboard
management controller utility
programs 22
Configuration/Setup Utility 14
SCSISelect Utility 20
V
video connector 10
W
Web site
ServerGuide
weight 3
T
temperature 3
trademarks 28
turning off the server 10
turning on the server 10
IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840: User’s Guide
Part Number: 25R3452
Printed in USA
SC25-R345-20
25R3452
P/N:
(1P)