Installation Instructions
Installation of
Field Feature Bill of Material (FFBM)
PN 10K8798
Install Network Node Control Point (NNP-B)
Type 5
(Based on 6578)
Feature Code 5425
on IBM 3746-900
Written by: C. Vallee
Modified by: J. Maher
Checked by: C. Franoux
Approved by: A. Badino
Reviewed by: R. Lympany
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Before Installation (Steps 1-8)
1.0 Machines Affected
3746 Model 900 with service processor and network node processor type:
6578-RAU, 6563-65U, 6275-56U, 6275-83U, 7585-P02, or 3172-P90.
This feature should only be applied on the machine serial number for which it is
specified.
2.0 Related BMs and ECs
2.1 Prerequisites
(Must be installed prior to this installation)
Feature Title
5424 Service Processor type 6563-65U or 6578-RAU
5053 Service Processor type 6275-56U or 6275-83U or
5052 Service Processor type 7585-P02 or
5021 Service Processor type 3172-P90
5425 Network Node Processor-A type 6578-RAU
5424 Network Node Processor-A type 6563-65U
5423 Network Node Processor-A type 6275-56U or 6275-83U or
5122 Network Node Processor-A type 7585-P02 or
5022 Network Node Processor-A type 3172-P90
EC Title
H10000A Licensed Internal Code (Minimum level)
Checkpoint: Check that the TSP EC Level is H10004.009 or higher.
Note: Refer to the SPIM or the Service User’s Guide shipped with the
service processor, verify that the code is at EC H10000A or above.
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Use the procedure Displaying the EC Level of the Code installed on
the hard disk. If the EC of the code installed is prior to H10000A, use
the installation instructions to install the new level of code shipped.
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2.2 Concurrent ECs
(Must be installed together)
None.
2.3 Companion ECs
(May be installed together)
None.
3.0 BMs to Be Installed
Feature
B/M Title
10K8798 Network Node Processor B (NNP-B) Feature Code 5425
4.0 Preparation
1. Familiarize yourself with the purpose and details of the installation instruction
before negotiating machine time with the customer.
2. Check all items listed on the BMs to determine that all parts have been
received. Refer to Chapter 1 in the Network Node Processor Installation and
Maintenance (Based on 6578), GY27-0407.
3. The set up of the NNP-B has no impact on customer operations.
4. Obtain from the customer the Parameter worksheet.
5.0 Programming
None.
6.0 Purpose and Description
6.1 Purpose
To increase the reliability of the 3746-9X0 by adding a backup NNP.
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6.2 Description
The installation of the NNP-B is divided into two main steps:
Note: These steps are documented in the Network Node Processor Installation
and Maintenance (Based on 6578), GY27-0407.
1. Installing the 6578-RAU system unit.
2. Loading the code on the NNP-B.
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7.0 Installation Time
FFBM Machine Hrs. System Hrs. Nbr of CEs
10K8798 0.2 0.0 1
Note: To reduce the MES installation time it is recommended that you load the
Network Node Processor Code on the Service Processor and install the system
unit at the same time.
No impact on 3745 customer operations.
8.0 Tools/Material Required
None.
Installation (Steps 9-12)
9.0 Safety
Review the Safety Notices and the Safety Inspection Procedures located at the
beginning of the IBM 3745 Communication Controller All Models, IBM 3746
Expansion Unit Model 900, IBM 3746 Nways Multiprotocol Controller Model 950
Safety Information, GA33-0400.
10.0 Details of Installation
10.1 Installing and Connecting the NNP
Note: For any unexpected message or error concerning the NNP-B, go to the
chapter Problem Determination of the Network Node Processor Installation and
Maintenance (Based on 6578), GY27-0407.
1. Using the Network Node Processor Installation and Maintenance (Based
on 6578), GY27-0407, go to Chapter 1 and install the NNP following the
instructions to install a NNP-B. When completed go to next step.
2. Ask the customer for a maintenance window on 3746-900 with traffic deactivated.
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10.2 Enabling the NNP Back-Up Function
Important
It's a customer task, but ask the customer if he wants you to perform this task.
1. On the 3746-9X0 main menu, Click on Network Node Processor Man-
agement.
2. Double click on Manage Control Point on NNPs.
3. Click on Enable the CP/NNP back-up.
4. Click on Close to exit from the function.
Note: For details refer to chapter Working with the NNP Functions on the
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3746-950 User's Guide, SA33-0356, or the 3745-17A to 61A and 3746-900
Basic Operation Guide, SA33-0177.
Installation Instructions
10.3 Logging Off the MOSS-E
1. On the 3746-9x0 Menu window, click on Function, then click on Exit.
2. On the MOSS-E View window, click on Program.
3. Click on LOG OFF MOSS-E.
4. Close the front and rear doors of the controller expansion.
10.4 Returning the Machine to the Customer
Inform the customer that the NNP backup is installed and operational.
11.0 Test Procedures
No test required.
12.0 Field Updating
None.
After Installation (Steps 13-15)
13.0 Field Updating
None.
14.0 Publications Update
None.
15.0 Parts Disposition
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15.1 Purchased Machines
Refer to the parts ownership matrix to determine the correct owner of
removed/unused parts.
For EMEA/APG/AG Areas, refer to Hardware and General Service Code
Description.
For Domestic Areas, return parts to the customer.
16.0 Machine Records
Install the new MACHINE HISTORY supplied.
Report installation and quality problems using existing procedures.
End of instructions.
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