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Thank You!
Dear RS/6000 Customer:
Thank you for selecting a member of the IBM RS/6000 product family. In the
selection of computing solutions, we know you have many choices. We are
delighted you decided to join the RS/6000 team.
We worked with professionals like you from the beginning of the development of this
product to understand your computing needs today and in the future. Many of our
design decisions, from packaging containers to subtle features of the architecture,
were based on these personal conversations and feedback sessions. Our goal is to
deliver high performance, flexible solutions with superior reliability. We hope this
system delivers on all of these objectives and exceeds your personal expectations.
We value your suggestions and comments as we work to continually improve the
IBM product family. Please feel free to contact your IBM representative or IBM
Business Partner or to send an e-mail message to askibm@info.ibm.com.
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Communications Statements
The following statement applies to this product. The statement for other products
intended for use with this product appears in their accompanying documentation.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
Note: The RS/6000 7043 Model 140, Model 150, and Model 240 have been tested
and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult an authorized dealer or service representative for help.
Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to
meet FCC emission limits. Proper cables and connectors are available from
authorized dealers. Neither the provider nor the manufacturer are 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.
Responsible Party:
International Business Machines Corporation
New Orchard Road
Armonk, New York 10504
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Telephone: (919) 543-2193
European Union (EU) 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. The manufacturer cannot accept responsibility for any
failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended
modification of the product, including the fitting of option cards supplied by third
parties. Consult with your dealer or sales representative for details on your specific
hardware.
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B
Information Technology Equipment according to CISPR 22 / European Standard EN
55022. The limits for Class B equipment were derived for typical residential
environments to provide reasonable protection against interference with licensed
communication devices.
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Statement
This product has been designed and built to comply with IEC Standard 950.
United Kingdom Telecommunications Safety Requirements
This equipment is manufactured to the International Safety Standard EN60950 and
as such is approved in the UK under the General Approval Number
NS/G/1234/J/100003 for indirect connection to the public telecommunication network.
The network adapter interfaces housed within this equipment are approved
separately, each one having its own independent approval number. These interface
adapters, supplied by the manufacturer, do not use or contain excessive voltages.
An excessive voltage is one which exceeds 70.7 V peak ac or 120 V dc. They
interface with this equipment using Safe Extra Low Voltages only. In order to
maintain the separate (independent) approval of the manufacturer's adapters, it is
essential that other optional cards, not supplied by the manufacturer, do not use
main voltages or any other excessive voltages. Seek advice from a competent
engineer before installing other adapters not supplied by the manufacturer.
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Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du
Canada
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement
sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement
This Class B digital apparatus meets the requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
VCCI Statement
The following is a summary of the VCCI Japanese statement in the box above.
This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for
Interference from Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a
radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio
interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual.
When used near a radio or TV receiver, it may become the cause of radio
interference.
Read the instructions for correct handling.
Radio Protection for Germany
Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt in Übereinstimmung mit dem deutschen EMVG vom
9.Nov.92 das EG–Konformitätszeichen zu führen.
Der Aussteller der Konformitätserklärung ist die IBM Germany.
Dieses Gerät erfüllt die Bedingungen der EN 55022 Klasse B.
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Safety Notices
A
danger
death or serious personal injury.
4-2
notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causing
Danger
notices appear on the following pages:
caution
A
moderate or minor personal injury.
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1-3
2-18
4-2
4-108
notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causing
Caution
notices appear on the following pages:
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Laser Safety Information
The optical drive in the RS/6000 is a laser product. The optical drive has a label that
identifies its classification. The label, located on the drive, is shown below.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
APPAREIL A LASERDE CLASSE1
IEC 825:1984 CENELEC EN 60 825:1991
The optical drive in the RS/6000 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 (1st edition 1984) and CENELEC EN 60
825:1991 for Class 1 laser products.
CAUTION:
A class 3 laser is contained in the device. Do not attempt to operate the drive
while it is disassembled. Do not attempt to open the covers of the drive as it
is not serviceable and is to be replaced as a unit.
Class 1 laser products are not considered to be hazardous. The optical drive
contains internally a Class 3B gallium-arsenide laser that is nominally 30 milliwatts at
830 nanometers. The design incorporates a combination of enclosures, electronics,
and redundant interlocks such that there is no exposure to laser radiation above a
Class 1 level during normal operation, user maintenance, or servicing conditions.
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Power Cables
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5
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IndexPart NumberCountry
11838574Bahamas, Barbados, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Costa Rica,
Islands, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El
Salvador, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Japan,
Korea (South), Mexico, Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua, Panama,
Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Saudi Arabia, Suriname, Trinidad,
Taiwan, U.S.A. (except Chicago), Venezuela
France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Indonesia, Korea (South),
Lebanon, Luxembourg, Macau, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal,
Saudi Arabia, Spain, Sudan, Sweden, Turkey, Yugoslavia
Hong Kong, India, Iraq, Ireland, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Malawi,
Malaysia, Nigeria, Oman, People's Republic of China, Qatar,
Sierra Leone, Singapore, Tanzania, Uganda, United Arab
Emirates (Dubai), United Kingdom, Zambia
Components of the system unit, such as structural parts and circuit cards, can be
recycled where recycling facilities exist. Companies are available to disassemble,
reutilize, recycle, or dispose of electronic products. Contact your account
representative for more information. This system unit contains batteries and circuit
boards with lead solder. Before you dispose of this unit, these batteries and circuit
boards must be removed and discarded according to local regulations or recycled
where facilities exist. This book contains specific information on each battery type
where applicable.
Battery Return Program
In the United States, IBM has established a collection process for reuse, recycling, or
proper disposal of used IBM batteries and battery packs. For information on proper
disposal of the batteries in this unit, please contact IBM at 1-800-426-4333. Please
have the IBM part number that is listed on the battery available when you make your
call. For information on battery disposal outside the United States, contact your local
waste disposal facility.
Environmental Design
The environmental efforts that have gone into the design of this system signifies
IBM's commitment to improve the quality of its products and processes. Some of
these accomplishments include the elimination of the use of Class I ozone-depleting
chemicals in the manufacturing process and reductions in manufacturing wastes.
For more information, contact an IBM account representative.
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About This Book
This book provides information on how to install and remove options, use the
system, diagnostics, and service aids, and verify system operation. This book also
provides information to help you solve problems that might occur. Chapter 8,
“Hardware Problem Determination” on page 8-1 is the place you should go when
you have a problem with the system unit. It contains procedures for determining if a
problem is hardware or software related.
If a problem is software related, consult your operating system documentation.
ISO 9000
ISO 9000 registered quality systems were used in the development and
manufacturing of this product.
Related Publications
The following publications are available:
The
The
The
The
The
RS/6000 7043 43P Series Setup Instructions
pictorial guide designed to help you quickly set up your system unit if no internal
modifications are needed.
RS/6000 7043 43P Series Service Guide
contains error codes, maintenance analysis procedures (MAPs), removal and
replacement procedures, and a parts catalog.
PCI Adapter Placement Reference
information regarding PCI graphics adapter placement in your system unit.
, order number SA38-0538, contains
Diagnostics Information for Multiple Bus Systems
contains information and procedures that are common to all systems.
Adapter, Device, and Cable Information for Multiple Bus Systems
number SA38-0516, contains cabling and technical information about some of
the adapters and devices available for your system unit.
, order number SA38-0510, is a
, order number SA38-0512,
order number SA38-0509,
, order
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Chapter 1. System Startup
Thank you for selecting the RS/6000 7043 43P Series!
The RS/6000 7043 43P Series systems combine PowerPC 604e microprocessor
performance and system expandability, ensuring that your system unit adapts to
handle ever-changing operating requirements. The RS/6000 7043 43P Series
systems are specifically designed to support the demands of network environments.
The RS/6000 7043 43P Series systems incorporate the new, advanced peripheral
component interconnect (PCI) bus, which is faster than the industry standard
architecture (ISA) bus. The RS/6000 7043 43P Series Model 140 and Model 240
also offer an ISA bus to accommodate businesses that already have invested in
ISA-based devices.
This book helps you set up and use your system unit, install and remove options,
configure your system, and use the system programs that are provided. This book
also provides information to help you solve some of the simpler problems that might
occur, and how to obtain assistance and service. Appendix A, “System Records” on
page A-1 provides a section for you to record all the important information about
your system unit.
Copyright IBM Corp. 1996, 1998 1-1
Before You Begin
Make sure you have the proper type and level of operating system supported for
your system unit. The Model 140 and Model 240 support AIX Versions 4.1.5 and
later. The Model 150 supports AIX Versions 4.2.1 or 4.3.2 and later. If you are
unsure about whether or not an operating system is supported on your system
unit, please call your marketing representative.
Your system unit has a voltage-selection switch. Make sure you know the
correct voltage setting for your country (the U.S. and Canada use the 115-volt
setting). If you are not sure of the voltage setting for your country, contact your
authorized reseller or marketing representative.
Make sure you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical outlets
for your system unit, display, and any other options you intend to install.
Place your system unit in a location that is dry. Rain or spilled liquids might
damage your system unit.
Leave about 50 mm (2 in.) of space around the system unit to allow the cooling
system to work properly.
Collect the following tools and keep them handy:
– Small flat-blade screwdriver
– Medium flat-blade screwdriver
– Trays to hold screws.
Safety Note: Before continuing, refer to the
Safety Information
Do
not
plug any cables into the system unit, adapters, or
book for Danger and Caution notices.
System Unit
electrical outlets until you have reviewed this information.
Make sure none of the power cords are connected
before continuing.
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Unpacking Your System Unit
CAUTION:
To avoid possible injury while moving or lifting your system unit, ask another
person to help you.
Preinstallation Checklist: After you unpack your system unit, display or ASCII
terminal, and optional devices, make sure you have the following items:
Ø System unit and power cord
Ø ASCII terminal, mouse, display, and keyboard (if ordered)
Ø Your operating system and documentation
Ø Options you want to install, such as adapters, media drives, or external
devices.
Contact your authorized reseller or marketing representative if any items are missing
or damaged.