IBM IntelliStation M Pro 9229, IntelliStation M Pro Installation Manual
IntelliStation M Pro
Type 9229
Installation Guide
Welcome. . .
Thank you for buying an IBM
IntelliStation M Pro computer.
This contains
information for setting up,
installing options, and configuring
your computer.
This document also contains
information for every day use,
and solving problems.
You can find the most current
information about your
computer on the IBM Web site at:
http://www.ibm.com/support/
Installation Guide
Set up the computer
Start the computer
Did the computer
start correctly?
Ye s
Do you plan
to use Windows XP or
Red Hat Linux ?
Ye s
No
No
Go to the Computer Support
flow chart on the reverse
side of this page
Install another
operating system
Complete the setup
program
System is ready to use.
Register the computer:
Go to http://www.ibm.com/support/mysupport/
Install options and applications
Computer Support
Is the
computer working
properly?
Ye s
No
Check all cables for loose connections
and verify that all optional devices you
installed are on the compatibility matrix.
You can view the atcompatibility matrix
http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/
serverproven/compat/us/iserver.html/
Is the
computer working
properly?
Ye s
No
Register your computer. Go to
http://www.ibm.com/support/mysupport/
View information about IBM Support
Line at
http://www.ibm.com/services/sl/products/
or view support telephone numbers at
http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/
View support telephone numbers at
http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/
See the troubleshooting
information that comes with
the computer to determine
the cause of the problem
and the action to take.
Is the
computer working
properly?
Ye s
No
Flash the latest levels of BIOS,
and download the latest level of
diagnostics. You can download
this code at
http://www.ibm.com/support/
Ye s
Is the
computer working
properly?
No
Hardware
Software
Hardware
or Software
problem?
IBM IntelliStation M Pro
Ty pe 9229
Installation Guide
Note:
Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 51, and
the Warranty and Support Information documentation on the IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD.
First Edition (October 2006)
© Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2006. All rights reserved.
US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract
with IBM Corp.
Contents
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v
Chapter 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
The IntelliStation Documentation CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Hardware and software requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Using the Documentation Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Related documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Notices and statements in this document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Inventory checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Selecting a location for the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Arranging the workspace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Glare and lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Air circulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Electrical outlets and cable lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Controls, LEDs, and connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Chapter 2. Cabling and starting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Cabling the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Turning on the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Running the operating-system setup program . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Turning off the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Chapter 3. Configuring the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Viewing the license agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Using the built-in configuration programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Using the Boot Menu program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Enabling the Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet Boot Agent . . . . . .16
Configuring the Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet controller . . . . .17
Using the LSI Logic Configuration Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Chapter 4. Completing the installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Recording important numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Registering the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Creating an emergency recovery-repair diskette in Windows . . . . . . . .20
Creating an IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette or CD in Windows . . . . .21
Chapter 5. Solving problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Diagnostic tools overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Power-on self-test (POST) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
POST beep codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
POST error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Troubleshooting tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
CD or DVD drive problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Diskette drive problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Hard disk drive problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Intermittent problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Keyboard, mouse, or pointing-device problems . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Memory problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Microprocessor problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
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Monitor or video problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Power problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Serial port problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Software problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Universal Serial Bus device problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
System-board error LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance . . . . . . . . . .49
Before you call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Using the documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Getting help and information from the World Wide Web . . . . . . . . . .49
Software service and support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Hardware service and support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
IBM Taiwan product service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Appendix B. Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Important notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Product recycling and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Battery return program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Electronic emission notices (Class B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement . . . . . . . . .55
Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement . . . . . . . .56
Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada . . . . . . . .56
European Union EMC Directive conformance statement . . . . . . . . .56
Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement . . .56
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
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Safety
Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.
Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.
Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.
Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.
Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information.
Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.
Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.
Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.
Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.
Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad.
Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.
© Copyright IBM Corp. 2006 v
Statement 1:
DANGER
Electrical
current from power, telephone, and communication cables is
hazardous.
To avoid a shock hazard:
v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation,
maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical
storm.
v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical
outlet.
v Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to
this product.
v When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal
cables.
v Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or
structural damage.
v Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems,
networks, and modems before you open the device covers, unless
instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures.
v Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when
installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached
devices.
To Connect: To Disconnect:
1. Turn everything OFF.
2. First, attach all cables to devices.
3. Attach signal cables to connectors.
4. Attach power cords to outlet.
1. Turn everything OFF.
2. First, remove power cords from outlet.
3. Remove signal cables from connectors.
4. Remove all cables from devices.
5. Turn device ON.
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Statement 2:
CAUTION:
When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM
®
Part Number 33F8354 or an
equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has
a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module
type made by the same manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can
explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.
Do not:
v Throw or immerse into water
v Heat to more than 100°C (212°F)
v Repair or disassemble
Dispose
Statement 3:
of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
CAUTION:
When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or
transmitters) are installed, note the following:
v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could
result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable
parts inside the device.
v Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
DANGER
Some
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.
laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser
Safety vii
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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Statement 8:
CAUTION:
Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following
label attached.
Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any
component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside
these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact
a service technician.
Statement 26:
CAUTION:
Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted devices.
Safety ix
Statement 28:
CAUTION:
The battery is a lithium ion battery. To avoid possible explosion, do not burn
the battery. Exchange it only with the IBM-approved part. Recycle or discard
the battery as instructed by local regulations. In the United States, IBM has a
process for collection of this battery. For information, call 1-800-426-4333.
Have the IBM part number for the battery unit available when you call.
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 document.
For example, if a caution statement begins with a number 1,
translations for that caution statement appear in the IBM Safety
Information document under statement 1.
Important:
Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this
documentation before performing the instructions. Read any additional
safety information that comes with your server or optional device before
you install the device.
This computer is suitable for use on an IT power distribution system,
whose maximum phase to phase voltage is 240 V under any
distribution fault condition.
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Chapter 1. Introduction
This Installation Guide contains instructions for setting up the IBM
Pro Type 9229 computer. This document contains information about:
v Setting up and cabling the computer
v Starting and configuring the computer
v Setting up the operating system
firmware and documentation updates are available, you can download them from
If
http://www.ibm.com/support/. The computer might have features that are not
described in the documentation that comes with the computer, and 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 computer documentation. To check for updates, go to
http://www.ibm.com/support/. For firmware updates, click Downloads and drivers.
For documentation updates, under Search technical support, type 9229 and click
Search.
Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. Procedures for locating
firmware and documentation might vary slightly from what is described in this
document.
®
IntelliStation
®
M
Packaged with this Installation Guide is the Device Drivers CD, which contains
device drivers and hardware-specific support software.
The IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD is also included. This CD provides
detailed information about the computer (see “The IntelliStation Documentation CD”
on page 3 for more information).
You can obtain up-to-date information about the computer and other IBM products
at http://www.ibm.com/intellistation/.
The computer model and serial number are on labels on the bottom of the
computer and on the lower-right side of the bezel, as shown in the following
illustration. You will need this information when you register the computer with IBM.
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Model number
and serial number
Important: The computer keys cannot be duplicated by a locksmith. If you lose
them, order replacement keys from the key manufacturer. The key serial number
and the telephone number of the manufacturer are on a tag that is attached to the
keys.
You can rack-mount the computer on a shelf, but do not rack-mount it on rails.
The computer comes with Microsoft
Enterprise Linux
®
Workstation preinstalled (depending on the model).
Windows
®
XP Professional or Red Hat
®
To install a different operating system, follow the instructions in the documentation
that comes with the operating system and any updates. Then, follow the instructions
in the readme file on the Device Drivers CD to install the support software.
Note: If you install another operating system, you might need additional software or
device drivers. Some preinstalled device drivers are available on the Device
Drivers CD. If you experience problems with the device drivers that you
install from this CD, you can obtain the latest device drivers from
http://www.ibm.com/support/.
Before you install any operating system, be sure to obtain the latest updates for the
operating system. Contact the operating-system manufacturer or, if applicable,
check the manufacturer’s Web site to obtain the updates.
Additional information about operating systems is posted periodically at
http://www.ibm.com/support/.
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The IntelliStation Documentation CD
The IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD contains documentation for the computer
in Portable Document Format (PDF) and includes the IBM Documentation Browser
to help you find information quickly.
Hardware and software requirements
The IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD requires the following minimum hardware
and software:
®
v Microsoft Windows NT
4.0 (with Service Pack 3 or later), Windows 2000, or
Red Hat Linux.
v 100 MHz microprocessor.
v 32 MB of RAM.
v Adobe Acrobat Reader 3.0 (or later) or xpdf, which comes with Linux operating
systems. Acrobat Reader software is included on the CD, and you can install it
when you run the Documentation Browser.
Using the Documentation Browser
Use the Documentation Browser to browse the contents of the CD, read brief
descriptions of the documents, and view documents, using Adobe Acrobat Reader
or xpdf. The Documentation Browser automatically detects the regional settings in
use in the computer and displays the information in the language for that region (if
available). If a document is not available in the language for that region, the
English-language version is displayed.
Use one of the following procedures to start the Documentation Browser:
v If Autostart is enabled, insert the documentation CD into the CD drive. The
Documentation Browser starts automatically.
v If Autostart is disabled or is not enabled for all users, use one of the following
procedures:
– If you are using a Windows operating system, insert the documentation CD
into the CD drive, and click Start --> Run. In the Open field, type
e:\win32.bat
where e is the drive letter of the CD drive, and click OK.
– If you are using Red Hat Linux, insert the CD into the CD drive; then, run the
following command from the /mnt/cdrom directory:
sh runlinux.sh
Select your computer from the Product menu. The Available Topics list displays
all the documents for the computer. Some documents might be in folders. A plus
sign (+) indicates each folder or document that has additional documents under it.
Click the plus sign to display the additional documents.
When you select a document, a description of the document is displayed under
Topic Description. To select more than one document, press and hold the Ctrl key
while you select the documents. Click View Book to view the selected document or
documents in Acrobat Reader or xpdf. If you selected more than one document, all
the selected documents are opened in Acrobat Reader or xpdf.
To search all the documents, type a word or word string in the Search field and
click Search. The documents in which the word or word string appears are listed in
Chapter 1. Introduction 3
order of the most occurrences. Click a document to view it, and press Crtl+F to use
the Acrobat search function or press Alt+F to use the xpdf search function within the
document.
Click Help for detailed information about using the Documentation Browser.
Related documentation
This Installation Guide provides general information about the computer, including
information about features, how to configure the computer, setup instructions,
installation instructions, and how to get help. In addition to this Installation Guide,
the following documentation comes with the computer:
v User’s Guide
This document is in Portable Document Format (PDF) on the IBM IntelliStation
Documentation CD. It contains general information about the computer, how to
install optional devices, and how to use and configure the functions of the
computer.
v Problem Determination and Service Guide
This document is in PDF on the IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD and at
http://www.ibm.com/support/. This document contains information to help you
solve problems yourself, and it contains information for service technicians.
v Safety Information
This document is in PDF on the IBM IntelliStation 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.
v Warranty and Support Information
This document is in PDF on the IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD. It contains
information about the terms of the warranty and getting services and assistance.
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v Readme files on the Device Drivers CD
Several readme files on the CD contain information about preinstalled device
drivers. Other readme files on the CD contain information about the various
adapters and devices that might be installed in or attached to the computer.
v IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD
Depending on the computer model, additional documentation might be included
on the IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD.
Notices and statements in this document
The caution and danger statements in this document are also in the multilingual
Safety Information document, which is on the IBM IntelliStation 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:
v Note: These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice.
v Important: These notices provide information that might help you avoid
inconvenient or problem situations.
v Attention: These notices indicate possible damage to programs, devices, or
data. An attention notice is placed just before the instruction or situation in which
damage could occur.
v Caution: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially hazardous
to you. A caution statement is placed just before the description of a potentially
hazardous procedure step or situation.
v Danger: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or
extremely hazardous to you. A danger statement is placed just before the
description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or
situation.
Chapter 1. Introduction 5
Inventory checklist
Take an inventory of items as you unpack them, to make sure that you have all of
the components. The following items come with the IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type
9229 computer:
v One Universal Serial Bus (USB) keyboard
v One USB mouse
v One power cord
v One Device Drivers CD
v One IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD
v This Installation Guide
v One pigtail cable or digital-to-analog converter (depending on the model)
If any items are missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase.
Selecting a location for the computer
Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical
outlets for the computer, monitor, and any other devices. Select a location for the
computer where it will remain dry. Leave approximately 50 mm (2 in.) of space
around the computer for proper air circulation. For information about arranging the
computer and ease-of-use, see the following sections.
Arranging the workspace
To get the most from the computer, arrange the equipment that you use and your
work area to suit your needs and the kind of work that you do. Your comfort is of
foremost importance, but light sources, air circulation, and the location of electrical
outlets can also affect the way you arrange your workspace.
Comfort
The following guidelines will help you decide what working position suits you best.
Choose a comfortable chair to reduce fatigue from sitting in the same position for
long periods. The backrest and seat should adjust independently and provide good
support. The seat should have a curved front to relieve pressure on the thighs.
Adjust the seat so that your thighs are parallel to the floor and your feet are either
flat on the floor or on a footrest.
When you use the keyboard, keep your forearms parallel to the floor and your
wrists in a neutral, comfortable position. Try to keep a light touch on the keyboard,
and your hands and fingers relaxed. Change the angle of the keyboard for
maximum comfort by adjusting the position of the keyboard feet.
Adjust the monitor so that the top of the screen is at, or slightly below, eye level.
Place the monitor at a comfortable viewing distance, usually 51 to 61 cm (20 to 24
in.), and position it so that you can view it without having to twist your body.
Glare and lighting
Position the monitor to minimize glare and reflections from overhead lights,
windows, and other light sources. Place the monitor at right angles to light sources
whenever possible. Reduce overhead lighting, if necessary, by turning off lights or
using lower wattage bulbs. If you install the monitor near a window, use curtains or
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blinds to block the sunlight. You might have to adjust the brightness and contrast
controls on the monitor as the lighting changes throughout the day.
Where it is impossible to avoid reflections or to adjust the lighting, place an
antiglare filter over the screen. However, these filters might affect the clarity of the
screen image; try them only after you have exhausted other methods of reducing
glare.
Dust compounds problems that are associated with glare. Clean the monitor screen
periodically, using a soft cloth moistened with a nonabrasive, liquid glass cleaner.
Air circulation
The computer and monitor produce heat. The computer pulls in fresh air and forces
out hot air. The monitor lets hot air escape through vents. Blocking the air vents can
cause overheating, possibly resulting in malfunction or damage. Place the computer
and monitor so that nothing blocks the air vents; usually 50 mm (2 in.) of air space
is sufficient. Also, make sure that the vented air is not blowing on someone else.
Electrical outlets and cable lengths
The location of electrical outlets and the length of device power cords and cables
might determine the placement of the computer.
When arranging your work space:
v Avoid the use of extension cords. Whenever possible, connect the computer
power cord directly into an electrical outlet.
v Keep power cords and cables neatly routed away from walkways and other areas
where they might be accidentally dislodged.
For more information about power cords, see the Problem Determination and
Service Guide.
Chapter 1. Introduction 7
Features and specifications
The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the
computer. Depending on the computer model, some features might not be available,
or some specifications might not apply. Use the Configuration/Setup Utility program
to determine the type and speed of the microprocessor.
Table 1. Features and specifications
Microprocessor:
v Supports one Intel
®
Core
™
2 Duo
microprocessor
v 2 or 4 MB Level-2 cache
v 1066 MHz front-side bus (FSB)
Memory:
v Minimum: 512 MB
v Maximum: 8 GB
v Type: PC2-5300, dual-data-rate 2
(DDR2) unbuffered error correcting
code (ECC)
v Connectors: four dual inline memory
module (DIMM) connectors
Internal drives:
v Hard disk drive: SATA or SAS
v One of the following drives:
– DVD/CD-RW combo: IDE
– CD-RW: IDE
Expansion
bays:
v One slim-high 3.5-inch external drive
bay (optional diskette drive)
v Tw o half-high 5.25-inch bays (optical
drive installed in one bay)
v Three slim-high 3.5-inch internal drive
bays (one hard disk drive installed)
expansion slots:
PCI
v One PCI Express x8 (x4 electrical)
slot
v Tw o PCI Express x16 slots (one x16
or two x8)
v One PCI 32-bit/33 MHz slot
Note: When you install the NVIDIA
Quadro FX 3500 video adapter in the
computer, do not set the analog
resolution above 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz.
This is the highest resolution supported
for the NVIDIA Quadro FX 3500 video
adapter. In addition, when you use a
cathode ray tube (CRT) type monitor,
the monitor cable must come with a
ferrite suppression on both ends of the
monitor cable.
Integrated functions:
v Broadcom 5752 10/100/1000 Ethernet
controller with RJ-45 Ethernet connector
v Tw o serial connectors
v One parallel connector
v Four-port serial ATA controller
v Tw o IEEE 1394 (FireWire) ports
(four-pin on front, six-pin on rear)
v Eight USB connectors (two on front and
six on rear)
v Keyboard connector
v Mouse connector
v Audio connectors
– Line out (front and rear)
– Mic (front)
– Line in (rear)
v Single-channel IDE controller
adapter: (depending on the model)
Video
v NVIDIA Quadro NVS 285 (DMS-59),
PCI Express x16, with 128 MB DDR2
SDRAM and dual analog connectors,
(or dual digital monitor capability with
the purchase of an additional pigtail
cable)
v NVIDIA Quadro FX 550 (DVI-I), PCI
Express x16, with 128 MB GDDR3s
synchronous dynamic random access
memory (SDRAM) and dual DVI-I
connectors
v NVIDIA Quadro FX 1500 (dual-link
DVI-I), PCI Express x16, with 256 MB
GDDR3 SDRAM and two dual DVI-I
connectors
v NVIDIA Quadro FX 3500 (DVI-I), PCI
Express x16, with 256 MB GDDR3
SDRAM and two dual DVI-I connectors
supply:
Power
One 400-watts (115 - 230 V ac)
Cooling:
v One speed-controlled microprocessor
fan and one power-supply fan
v One power-supply fan
Electrical input:
v Sine-wave input (50 or 60 Hz) required
v Input voltage and frequency ranges
automatically selected
v Input voltage low range:
– Minimum: 90 V ac
– Maximum: 137 V ac
Input voltage high range:
v
– Minimum: 180 V ac
– Maximum: 265 V ac
v Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA) approximately:
– Minimum: 0.10 kVA
– Maximum: 0.37 kVA
output:
Heat
Approximate heat output in British thermal
units (Btu) per hour:
v Minimum configuration: 341 Btu per hour
(100 watts)
v Maximum configuration: 1239 Btu per hour
(363 watts)
Environment:
v Air temperature:
– Computer on: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F)
Altitude: 0 to 2134 m (7000 ft)
– Computer off: -40° to +60°C (-40° to
+140°F)
Maximum altitude: 2133 m (7000 ft)
v Humidity (operating and storage): 8% to
80%
Acoustical
noise emissions:
v Sound power, idle: 4.3 bel
v Sound power, operating: 4.8 bel
Size:
v Height: 430 mm (16.9 in.)
v Depth: 445 mm (17.5 in.)
v Width: 178 mm (7.0 in.)
v Weight: 12.5 kg (27.5 lb) to 15.5 kg (34.1
lb) depending upon configuration
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Controls, LEDs, and connectors
The following illustration shows the controls, LEDs, and front connectors on the
computer. See “Cabling the computer” on page 11 for an illustration of the
connectors on the rear of the computer.
Power-control button
Power-on LED
System error LED
Hard disk drive
activity LED
CD or DVD drive activity LED
Ethernet
activity LED
CD or DVD
eject button
AC power LED
Power-supply
error LED
Optional diskette drive
activity LED
Optional diskette-eject
button
1
3
9
4
IEEE 1394 (Firewire)
connector
USB connector
USB connector
Microphone connector
Line out connector
CD or DVD drive activity LED
When this LED is lit, it indicates that the CD or DVD drive is in use.
CD or DVD eject button
Press this button to insert a CD or DVD into or remove a CD or DVD from
the CD or DVD drive.
AC power LED
When this green LED is lit, it indicates that the computer is connected to an
ac power source. This LED is on the rear of the computer.
Power-supply error LED
When this amber LED is lit, it indicates that a power-supply error has
occurred. This LED is on the rear of the computer.
Optional diskette drive activity LED
When this LED is lit, it indicates that the diskette drive is in use.
Optional diskette-eject button
Press this button to release a diskette from the diskette drive.
Note: The diskette drive is an optional feature on some models.
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IEEE 1394 (FireWire) connectors
Use these connectors (four-pin on the front and six-pin on the rear) to
connect FireWire devices, such as a digital video camera or an external
hard disk drive.
USB connectors
Use these connectors to connect USB devices to the computer, using
redundant Plug and Play technology.
Microphone connector (pink)
Use this connector to connect a microphone to the computer when you
want to record voices or other sounds on the hard disk. You can also use
this connector (and a microphone) with speech-recognition software.
Line out connector (green)
Use this connector to send audio signals from the computer to external
devices, such as speakers with built-in amplifiers, headphones, a
multimedia keyboard, or the audio line-in jack on a stereo system.
Hard disk drive activity LED
When this LED is lit, it indicates that the hard disk drive is in use.
System-error LED
When this LED is lit, it indicates that a system error has occurred. An LED
on the system board might also be lit to help isolate the error. If the LED on
the system board is not lit, check the error log.
Ethernet activity LED
When this LED is lit, it indicates that there is activity between the computer
and the network. There are two of these LEDs, one on the front and one on
the rear of the computer.
Power-on LED
When this LED is lit, it indicates that the computer is turned on.
Power-control button
Press this button to turn the computer on or off.
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