IBM PC Server 330 User Handbook Manual
PC Server 330
IBM
User's Handbook
Note
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Contents
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Laser Compliance Statement ...................... ix
About This Book ............................ xi
How This Book is Organized ..................... xi
Notices Used in This Book ....................... xii
Related Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii
Welcome and Thank You ...................... xiv
Chapter 1. Getting Started with PC Server 330 ......... 1
Features at a Glance ........................... 3
Controls and Indicators ......................... 4
Input/Output Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Expansion Bays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Arranging Your Workspace ...................... 14
Getting Help on the World Wide Web ............... 16
IBM PC Server Startup Support .................... 17
Chapter 2. Configuring Your Disk Arrays ............ 19
Before You Begin ............................ 20
Installing Your Software ........................ 20
Configuring Your Disk Arrays .................... 25
Maintaining Your Disk Arrays .................... 54
Chapter 3. Configuring Your Server ................ 87
Configuration Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
The Configuration/Setup Utility ................... 91
Using the Configuration/Setup Utility Main Menu ........ 92
Configuring Options ......................... 104
Using the EISA Configuration Diskette .............. 105
Configuring EISA, ISA, and PCI Adapters ............ 108
Resolving Configuration Conflicts ................. 112
Configuring the Ethernet Controller ................ 115
Using the SCSISelect Utility Program ............... 116
Saving Configuration Settings .................... 119
Chapter 4. Installing Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Before You Begin ........................... 123
Electrical Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices ................. 125
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Preparing to Add Options ...................... 126
Installing Video Memory ....................... 132
Working with Adapters ....................... 133
Working with Memory-Module Kits ................ 142
Installing Internal Drives ....................... 149
Working with Microprocessor Upgrades ............. 202
Installing the External SCSI Cable Connector ........... 211
Adding Security Options ....................... 215
Completing the Installation ..................... 218
Connecting External Options .................... 222
Updating the Server Configuration ................. 225
Chapter 5. Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Diagnostic Tools Overview ..................... 229
About the Test Programs ....................... 233
Option Diskettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
SCSI Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Ethernet Controller Messages .................... 258
ServeRAID Adapter Messages .................... 282
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Beep Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Checking the System for Damage ................. 303
Installing Additional Test Programs ................ 305
Using the Utility Programs ..................... 308
Resolving Configuration Conflicts ................. 310
Chapter 6. Getting Help, Service, and Information ...... 313
Before You Call for Service ..................... 313
Using the HelpWare Support Family ............... 313
Purchasing Additional HelpWare Services ............ 317
Ordering Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Appendix A. Jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
Changing Jumper Positions ..................... 321
System Board Jumpers ........................ 324
Processor Board Jumpers ....................... 328
Appendix B. Server Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
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Record the Identification Numbers ................. 331
Installed Device Records ....................... 332
Appendix C. Ethernet Cable Specifications ........... 339
10BASE-T Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
AUI Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
Appendix D. Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
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Safety Information
Turn everything OFF.
Attach signal cables to
receptacles.
First, remove power cord from
outlet.
To Disconnect
Turn device ON.
DANGER:
Turn everything OFF.
To Connect
Remove signal cables from
receptacles.
Remove all cables from devices.
Attach power cord to outlet.
First, attach all cables to devices.
In the U.K., by law, the power
cord must be disconnected after the
telephone line cable.
2
In the U.K., by law, the telephone
cable must be connected after the
power cord.
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1
Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication
cables is hazardous. To avoid shock hazard, connect and
disconnect cables as shown below when installing, moving or
opening the covers of this product or attached devices. The
power cord must be used with a properly grounded outlet.
Copyright IBM Corp. 1995 vii
DANGER:
Le courant électrique provenant des câbles d’alimentation,
télephoniques et de transmission peut présenter un danger.
Pour éviter tout risque de choc électrique, connectez et
déconnectez ces câbles comme indiqué ci- dessous lorsque
vous installez ou déplacez ce matériel ou les unités connectées,
ou que vous soulevez un carter.*
Pour connecter
Mettez tout hors tension.
Pour deconnecter
Mettez tout hors tension.
Connectez d’abord tous les câbles
sur les unités.
Connectez les câbles de signaux
sur les prises murales.
Branchez le cordon d’alimentation
sur la prise murale.
Mettez l’unité sous tension.
Débranchez d’abord le cordon
d’alimentation de la prise murale.
Déconnectez les câbles de signaux
des prises murales.
Déconnectez tous les câbles
de unités.
*Le cordon d’alimentation doit être
branché sur un socle de prise de
courant correctement mis à la terre.
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Laser Compliance Statement
Some IBM Personal Computer models are equipped from the factory
with a CD-ROM drive. CD-ROM drives are also sold separately as
options. The CD-ROM drive is a laser product. The CD-ROM drive
is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of the
Department of Health and Human Services 21 Code of Federal
Regulations (DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class 1 laser products.
Elsewhere, the drive is certified to conform to the requirements of
the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825 and
CENELEC EN 60 825 for Class 1 laser products.
When a CD-ROM drive is installed, note the following.
CAUTION:
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation
exposure.
Opening the CD-ROM drive could result in exposure to hazardous
laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the CD-ROM
drive. Do not open.
Some CD-ROM drives contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B
laser diode. Note the following.
DANGER
Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam,
do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid
direct exposure to the beam.
Safety Information ix
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About This Book
This book provides instructions on how to configure your PC Server
330 and how to install and remove options. This book also provides
information to help you solve many simple problems that might
occur. If you have not yet set up your server, refer to the Setup and
Installation sheet for detailed information on unpacking the server,
attaching cables, and installing the operating system. Refer to the
User's Reference for more detailed information on the features of the
server.
How This Book is Organized
Chapter 1, “Getting Started with PC Server 330,” provides a general
introduction to using your server.
Chapter 2, “Configuring Your Disk Arrays,” provides information
about configuring models that come with a disk-array adapter. This
chapter provides step-by-step instructions to perform the tasks
necessary to configure, add, change, or delete one or more disk
arrays.
Chapter 3, “Configuring Your Server,” describes how to use the
Configuration/Setup utility program to configure your server. This
chapter also provides instructions for using various utility programs.
Chapter 4, “Installing Options,” contains instructions for installing
and removing options, such as memory, adapters, and internal
drives. Instructions for connecting external options are also
included in this chapter.
Chapter 5, “Solving Problems,” includes an overview of the
diagnostic tools, instructions for testing the server, lists of error
messages, and troubleshooting charts. The chapter also contains
information about checking the server for damage, and resolving
configuration conflicts.
Chapter 6, “Getting Help, Service, and Information,” provides
instructions on how to obtain service and technical assistance for
your PC Server 330 and other IBM products that you might plan to
use. This chapter also contains information about other
publications, products, warranties, and services that IBM offers.
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Notices Used in This Book
Also included are fax numbers, toll-free telephone numbers, and
access information for electronic bulletin boards, online services, and
the World Wide Web.
Appendix A, “Jumpers,” describes jumper locations and settings
and contains instructions for changing jumpers.
Appendix B, “Server Records,” provides a section to record and
update important information about your server, including serial
numbers, key number, and device records. Whenever you add
options to your server, be sure to update the information in this
appendix.
Appendix C, “Ethernet Cable Specifications,” provides a description
of the cables that you can use to connect the server to an Ethernet,
IEEE Standard 802.3 network.
Appendix D, “Notices,” contains product notices and trademarks.
An index follows the appendixes.
Notices Used in This Book
This book contains notices to highlight information or provide safety
information:
Notes
These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice.
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.
Caution
These notices indicate situations that can be potentially
hazardous to you. A caution notice is placed just before
descriptions of potentially hazardous procedure steps or
situations.
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Related Publications
Related Publications
The following publications come with your PC Server 330:
The PC Server 330 Setup and Installation sheet contains
information about setting up your server.
The PC Server 330 User's Reference contains detailed information
about the advanced features of your server.
The PC Server Service and Support pamphlet contains important
information and phone numbers to call for different types of
support for your PC Server.
The ServerGuide documentation describes the advantages of IBM
ServerGuide and describes how to use the ServerGuide software.
The IBM PC Servers Hardware Maintenance Manual Supplement is
available for purchase. It contains a parts catalog, error codes, and
advanced diagnostic procedures. This manual is intended for
trained service technicians. (Diagnostic diskettes are not included.)
The following pertain to the server’s Ethernet Controller.
IBM LAN Technical Reference IEEE 802.2 and NETBIOS API,
SC30-3587
IBM Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol Version 2.1 for
DOS: Programmer’s Reference, SC31-7046
IBM LAN Server Command and Utilities, S10H-9686
Guide to LAN Server Books, S10H-9688
DOS LAN Services and User’s Guide, S10H-9684
Additional publications are available for purchase from IBM. For a
list of publications available in your country:
In the U.S. and Puerto Rico, call 1-800-426-7282.
In Canada, call 1-800-465-1234.
In other countries, contact the IBM support organization that
services your area, your IBM marketing representative, or your
IBM reseller.
About This Book xiii
Welcome and Thank You
Welcome and Thank You
We appreciate your decision to purchase an IBM PC Server 330.
Your server offers speed, power, expandability, and compatibility.
Your server comes with the ServerGuide package, which contains a
number of CDs. These CDs contain operating systems, application
programs, utility programs, online documentation, and more. Refer
to the ServerGuide documentation for more information.
You can access the World Wide Web for updates to flash BIOS and
the latest information about product compatibility and
configuration. You can also link to other locations for additional
information. IBM gives you direct access to trained specialists who
can help you set up, install, and configure your server.
The PC Server 330 comes with a limited three-year on-site warranty.
In addition, IBM's PC Server Startup Support provides coverage to
PC Server customers during the first 90 days after installation at no
additional charge.
1
This comprehensive program enhances IBM's support for setup,
installation, configuration, and problem determination. It provides
assistance for popular network operating systems and network
adapters from IBM and non-IBM vendors. In the U.S., call IBM at
1-800-772-2227, or in Canada, call 1-800-565-3344 if you need
assistance.
In all other countries, contact the IBM support organization that
services your area, your IBM marketing representative, or your IBM
reseller.
1
Response time will vary depending on the number and nature of calls received.
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Chapter 1. Getting Started with PC Server 330
Your PC Server 330 combines powerful microprocessor performance,
large data-storage capacity, and improved system expandability.
This server is designed by IBM to support the demands of today's
network environment for smaller workgroups. Incorporating the
extended industry standard architecture (EISA) and the peripheral
component interconnect (PCI) bus architectures, your server
provides compatibility with a wide range of existing hardware and
software.
As an open-architecture, industry-standard system, the PC Server
330 has been tested for compatibility with numerous IBM and
non-IBM adapters and devices. Rugged dependability is achieved
by incorporating various quality standards and design points, such
as stringent IBM systems assurance testing.
Refer to the User's Reference for more detailed information on the
server features. That book also includes a glossary, warranty
information, and other important notices.
Refer to the Setup and Installation sheet for instructions for setting up
your server. Be sure to read the publications that come with the
IBM ServerGuide package before you set up your server.
This chapter contains an overview of the server features and
components.
CAUTION:
To avoid possible injury while moving or lifting the server, ask
another person to help you.
This chapter contains:
Features at a Glance
Controls and Indicators ......................... 4
PC Server 330 Controls (Non-Hot-Swap Server) ........ 4
PC Server 330 Controls (Hot-Swap Server) ........... 5
Operator Panel Status Indicators ................. 7
Input/Output Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
........................... 3
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Expansion Bays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Expansion Bays (Non-Hot Swap Server) ............. 11
Expansion Bays (Hot-Swap Server) ................ 12
Arranging Your Workspace ...................... 14
Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Glare and Lighting .......................... 15
Air Circulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Electrical Outlets and Cable Lengths ............... 16
Getting Help on the World Wide Web ............... 16
IBM PC Server Startup Support .................... 17
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Features at a Glance
The following table summarizes the features of the PC Server 330.
Features at a Glance
Microprocessor
Pentium Pro microprocessor
16 KB of level-1 cache
256 KB of level-2 cache (min.)
Clock rate varies by model
Memory
Standard: 32 MB (min.),
expandable to 512 MB
60 ns, buffered Extended Data Out
(EDO), Error Correcting Code (ECC)
Four dual inline memory-module
sockets
Diskette Drives
Up to two drives supported
Standard: One 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB
Optional (internal):
– 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB
– 3.5-inch, 2.88 MB
Hard Disk Drives
Non-hot swap servers support up to
six not-hot swap hard disk drives.
Hot-swap servers support up to
seven hard disk drives, six of them
hot-swappable.
CD-ROM Drive
Standard: SCSI
Keyboard and Auxiliary Device
(some models)
Keyboard
Mouse
Expansion Slots
Up to nine adapters can be installed.
One dedicated PCI slot
Four shared PCI/EISA slots
Four dedicated EISA slots
Expansion Bays
Six 5.25-inch drive bays
(non-hot-swap server)
One 5.25-inch and six hot-swap
drive bays (hot-swap server)
Three 3.5-inch drive bays
The number of bays available for
expansion varies by model.
Upgradable POST and BIOS
POST/BIOS upgrades (when
available) can update EEPROM on
the system board
Security Features
Bolt-down capability
Door lock
LogicLock security enabled
Power-on and administrator
passwords
Selectable drive-startup
Security-error indicator
Integrated Functions
Two serial ports
One infrared port
One parallel port
Mouse port
Keyboard port
16-bit UltraSCSI controller
– One external connector (16-bit)
– One internal connector (16-bit)
Ethernet Controller
– 10BASE-T port
– AUI port
Video controller port compatible
with:
– Super video graphics array
(SVGA)
– Video graphics adapter (VGA)
– Color graphics adapter (CGA)
– 1 MB video memory
Power Supply
350 W (110–220 V ac)
Built-in overload and surge
protection
Automatic restart after a momentary
loss of power
Chapter 1. Getting Started with PC Server 330 3
Controls and Indicators
Controls and Indicators
The most commonly used controls and indicators are on the front of
your server.
PC Server 330 Controls (Non-Hot-Swap Server)
CD-ROM Drive
In-Use Light
Diskette Eject
Button
Diskette Drive
In-Use Light
CD-ROM Eject Button
Power-On Light
Power Switch
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Controls and Indicators
PC Server 330 Controls (Hot-Swap Server)
CD-ROM Drive
In-Use Light
Diskette Eject
Button
Diskette Drive
In-Use Light
CD-ROM Eject Button
Power-On Light
Power Switch
Chapter 1. Getting Started with PC Server 330 5
Controls and Indicators
CD-ROM Eject Button: Push this button to release the CD
from the CD-ROM drive.
Power-On Light: This green LED lights when you turn on
your server by pressing the power switch, and when the
server powers on in the Unattended mode.
Power Switch: Use this switch to turn your server on
manually, or return the server to Standby mode. The
automatic restart feature, which enables the server to restart
following a momentary power loss, means that the server is
never completely turned off. Do not set the server to the
Standby mode if any of the drive In-Use lights are on. This
might damage the information stored on a hard disk or
diskette.
You can configure the server to start at a specified date and
time, or when it receives a signal from either serial port. (For
more information on setting Unattended startup, see
“Alarm/Wakeup Settings” on page 96.)
To toggle the server:
To the Attended mode from the Standby mode, press and
release the power switch.
Attended mode to the Standby mode, press the power
switch in slowly just until the power-on light goes out,
and then immediately release the switch.
Diskette-Drive In-Use Light: This light comes on when the
drive is accessing a diskette.
Diskette Eject Button: Push this button to release a diskette
from the drive.
CD-ROM Drive In-Use Light: This light comes on when the
CD-ROM drive is accessed.
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Controls and Indicators
Operator Panel Status Indicators
Power-On
POST Activity
Primary Microprocessor
Ethernet Transmit
Ethernet Link Status
Activity
T
1
Unattended Power-On
SCSI Hard Disk Drive
2
Secondary Microprocessor
Activity
Ethernet Receive
Security
Unattended Power-On Indicator: This green LED lights
when the server powers on in the Unattended mode.
SCSI Hard Drive In-Use Indicator: This amber LED lights
when your server is accessing a SCSI device. If this light
remains illuminated, this might indicate that either the SCSI
bus or the system microprocessor has stopped.
Secondary Microprocessor In-Use Indicator: This amber
2
LED blinks to show the activity of a microprocessor installed
in the secondary microprocessor socket. The LED lights
during POST to indicate the presence of the microprocessor.
When you install a secondary microprocessor, it becomes the
startup microprocessor.
Ethernet Receive Indicator: This amber LED shows reception
activity on the network.
Chapter 1. Getting Started with PC Server 330 7
Controls and Indicators
Security Indicator: When tamper-detection software is
installed and enabled, this amber LED shows that a security
hardware or software error occurred.
Ethernet Link Status Indicator: This green LED shows an
active link connection on the 10BASE-T interface.
Ethernet Transmit Indicator: This amber LED shows
transmission activity on the network.
Primary Microprocessor Activity Indicator: This amber LED
1
blinks to indicate the activity of the microprocessor; it also
comes on during POST.
POST Activity Indicator: This amber LED lights while the
T
power-on self test (POST) and the configuration utility
programs are running. If this LED remains illuminated,
either a POST error has occurred, or the system
microprocessor has stopped.
Power-On Indicator: This green LED lights when you turn
on your server by pressing the power switch, and when the
server powers on in the Unattended mode.
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Input/Output Connectors
Input/Output Connectors
SCSI Knockout
Power
Connector
Ethernet
Connectors
Keyboard
Connector
Mouse
Connector
Monitor
Connector
Parallel Connector
Serial Connectors
Infrared Connector
Expansion Slots
SCSI Knockout: Remove this knockout panel to install the
SCSI external connector cable. For more information, see
“Installing the External SCSI Cable Connector” on page 211.
Parallel Connector: A signal cable for a parallel device, such
as a printer, connects here.
Serial Connectors: Serial signal cables for modems or other
serial devices connect here to the two 9-pin serial connectors,
port A and port B. Serial port B shares a port assignment
with the infrared port. See “Devices and I/O Ports” on
page 94 for port assignment information.
Infrared Connector: An infrared (IR) transceiver module
option can connect here. See “Devices and I/O Ports” on
page 94 for port assignment information.
Chapter 1. Getting Started with PC Server 330 9
Input/Output Connectors
Expansion Slots: When you install an adapter into an
expansion slot, you would remove the external expansion slot
cover for any external connectors on the adapter.
Monitor Connector: The monitor signal cable connects here.
Mouse Connector: The mouse cable connects here. This
connector is sometimes called the auxiliary-device port.
Keyboard Connector: The keyboard cable connects here.
Ethernet Connectors: There are two Ethernet connectors: A
DB-15 and an RJ-45. The DB-15 attachment unit interface
(AUI) connector is for attachment of external 10BASE2,
10BASE5, or 10BASE-F medium attachment unit (MAU). The
RJ-45 connector is for attachment to the integrated 10BASE-T
(twisted-pair) transceiver. If your server comes with an
Ethernet interface cable, you must attach it to the RJ-45
connector on the server, and the cable on the 10BASE-T
device.
For more information about cables, see “Ethernet Controller
Messages” on page 258.
Power Connector: The server power cable connects here.
Note: For pin assignments and other details about these connectors,
see the User's Reference.
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Expansion Bays
Expansion Bays
The server has the following expansion bays available.
Expansion Bays (Non-Hot Swap Server)
Open Bays
CD-ROM Drive
3.5-Inch
Diskette Drive
Open Bays
Power
On/Off Switch
Chapter 1. Getting Started with PC Server 330 11
Expansion Bays
Expansion Bays (Hot-Swap Server)
Hot Swap Bays
CD-ROM Drive
3.5-Inch
Diskette Drive
Open Bays
Power
On/Off Switch
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Expansion Bays
Open Bays: Your server's design accommodates 3.5-inch or
5.25-inch devices, such as hard disk, tape, and rewritable optical
disk drives. The number and capacities of the hard disk drives
varies by model.
For information on the supported types of drives and their
installation, see “Installing Internal Drives” on page 149.
CD-ROM Drive: Your server comes with a SCSI CD-ROM
drive.
Diskette Drive: The 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB (MB is
approximately1 000 000 bytes) diskette drive uses 1 MB
(unformatted) or 2 MB (unformatted) diskettes.
Note: See the User's Reference for additional information about the
SCSI subsystem and SCSI hard disk drives.
Chapter 1. Getting Started with PC Server 330 13
Arranging Your Workspace
Arranging Your Workspace
To get the most from your server, arrange both the equipment you
use and your work area to suit your needs and the kind of work
you do. Your comfort is of foremost importance, but light sources,
air circulation, and the location of electrical outlets also can affect
the way you arrange your workspace.
Comfort
Although no single working position is ideal for everyone, here are
a few guidelines to help you find a position that suits you best.
Sitting in the same position for a long time can cause fatigue. A
good chair can make a big difference. 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 using 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.
You can change the angle of the keyboard for maximum comfort by
adjusting the position of the keyboard feet.
Viewing Distance
Lower
Back
Support
Seat
Height
Adjust the monitor so the top of the screen is at, or slightly below,
eye level. Place the monitor at a comfortable viewing distance,
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Arranging Your Workspace
usually 51 to 61 cm (20 to 24 in.), and position it so you can view it
without having to twist your body. Also position other equipment
you use regularly, such as the telephone or a mouse, within easy
reach.
Glare and Lighting
Position the monitor to minimize glare and reflections from
overhead lights, windows, and other light sources. Even reflected
light from shiny surfaces can cause annoying reflections on your
monitor screen. Place the monitor at right angles to windows and
other light sources, when 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 blinds to block
the sunlight. You might have to adjust the Brightness and Contrast
controls on the monitor as the room lighting changes throughout the
day.
Where it is impossible to avoid reflections or to adjust the lighting,
an antiglare filter placed over the screen might be helpful.
However, these filters might affect the clarity of the image on the
screen; try them only after you have exhausted other methods of
reducing glare.
Dust buildup compounds problems associated with glare.
Remember to clean your monitor screen periodically using a soft
cloth moistened with a nonabrasive liquid glass cleaner.
Air Circulation
Your server and monitor produce heat. Your server has one or
more fans that pull in fresh air and force out hot air. The monitor
lets hot air escape through vents. Blocking the air vents can cause
overheating, which might result in a malfunction or damage. Place
the server and monitor so that nothing blocks the air vents; usually,
51 mm (2 in.) of air space is sufficient. Also, make sure the vented
air is not blowing on someone else.
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Electrical Outlets and Cable Lengths
The location of electrical outlets and the length of power cords and
cables that connect to the monitor, printer, and other devices might
determine the final placement of your server.
When arranging your workspace:
Avoid the use of extension cords. When possible, plug the
server power cord directly into an electrical outlet.
Keep power cords and cables neatly routed away from
walkways and other areas where they might get kicked
accidentally.
For more information about power cords, refer to the User's
Reference.
Getting Help on the World Wide Web
You can access the latest information about product compatibility
and configuration on the World Wide Web. This information is
updated as new PC Server products are announced.
The following is a sample of the information available at
http://www.pc.ibm.com/servers/ on the World Wide Web.
Current updates to device drivers, flash BIOS, and other
software.
A listing of products that have been tested for compatibility
with IBM PC Servers.
Certification and compatibility information about network
operating systems (NOS) and operating systems (OS).
For additional information, service, or assistance, see Chapter 6,
“Getting Help, Service, and Information” on page 313.
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