IBM RS-6000 7043 43P User Manual

RS/6000 7043 43P Series IBM

User's Guide

SA38-0511-03

Fourth Edition (October 1998)

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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 [e-mail].

Sincerely,

RS/6000 Team

The RS/6000 Development Team

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Contents

Communications Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement .............. xi

European Union (EU) Statement ............................ xii

International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Statement ............ xii

United Kingdom Telecommunications Safety Requirements ............ xii

Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du Canada . xiii

Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement ........ xiii

VCCI Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii

Radio Protection for Germany ............................. xiii

Safety Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xv

Laser Safety Information ................................ xvi

Power Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii

Environmental Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xix

Product Recycling and Disposal ............................ xix

Battery Return Program ................................. xix

Environmental Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xix

About This Book .................................... xxi

ISO 9000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxi

Related Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxi

Chapter 1. System Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Before You Begin ..................................... 1-2

Unpacking Your System Unit .............................. 1-3

Model 140 System Features .............................. 1-4

Model 150 System Features .............................. 1-6

Model 240 System Features .............................. 1-8

Installing Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

Connecting the Cables - Models 140, 150 and 240 ................ 1-13

Checking the Voltage Setting (Model 140 and Model 240 only) ......... 1-15

Finishing the Installation ................................ 1-16

Chapter 2. Using the System Unit ......................... 2-1

Starting the System Unit ................................. 2-1

Stopping the System Unit ................................ 2-5

Power Switch and Indicator ............................... 2-5

Operator Panel and Reset Switch ........................... 2-6

System Startup Options ................................. 2-6

Service Mode Boot: Loading Diagnostics ....................... 2-7

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Standalone vs. Online Diagnostics .......................... 2-10

Using the Keyboards .................................. 2-12

Using the Mouse .................................... 2-13

Using the 3.5–Inch Diskette Drive .......................... 2-16

Using the CD-ROM Drive ............................... 2-18

Chapter 3. System Management Services ..................... 3-1

Graphical System Management Services ....................... 3-1

Config . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

MultiBoot (Model 150 only) ............................... 3-6

Boot (Model 140 and Model 240) ........................... 3-9

Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13

Audio (Model 140 and Model 240 only) ....................... 3-17

Hard Disk Spin Up Delay (Model 150 only) ..................... 3-18

Error Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19

RIPL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20

SCSI ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23

Firmware Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24

Text-Based System Management Services ..................... 3-26

Display Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28

MultiBoot Menu (Model 150) ............................. 3-29

Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33

Select Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-43

Open Firmware Command Line ........................... 3-43

Chapter 4. Installing and Removing Options ................... 4-1

Available Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Safety Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Handling Static Sensitive Devices ........................... 4-3

Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Removing the Cover ................................... 4-4

Locating Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

Disabling the Power-On Password ........................... 4-9

Enabling the Privileged-Access Password ..................... 4-14

Enabling Automatic Power-Up ............................ 4-19

Installing Memory-Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24

L2 Cache Card Installation (for the Model 140) .................. 4-34

200-MHZ and 233-MHz Processor Upgrade (for the Model 140) ........ 4-38

332-MHz Processor Upgrade (for the Model 140) ................. 4-50

Processor Card Installation (Model 240) ...................... 4-63

Installing Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-70

Installing an Ultra SCSI Adapter Cable ....................... 4-82

Internal Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-87

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Setting the SCSI Security Jumpers ........................ 4-102

Installing a Security Tether ............................. 4-106

Changing the Battery ................................ 4-108

Completing the Installation ............................. 4-113

Connecting External Options ............................ 4-115

Chapter 5. Using the Online and Standalone Diagnostics ........... 5-1

Sources for the Diagnostics ............................... 5-1

Standalone and Online Diagnostics Operating Considerations ........... 5-1

Online Diagnostics Modes of Operation ....................... 5-10

Standalone Diagnostic Operation .......................... 5-13

Location Codes (Model 140 and Model 240) .................... 5-14

Chapter 6. Location Codes (Model 150 only) ................... 6-1

Physical Location Codes ................................ 6-1

AIX Location Codes ................................... 6-2

Chapter 7. Using the System Verification Procedure .............. 7-1

Step 1. Considerations before Running This Procedure .............. 7-1

Step 2. Loading the Diagnostics ............................ 7-2

Step 3. Running System Verification .......................... 7-3

Step 4. Additional System Verification ......................... 7-3

Step 5. Stopping the Diagnostics ............................ 7-4

Chapter 8. Hardware Problem Determination ................... 8-1

Problem Determination Using the Standalone or Online Diagnostics ....... 8-1

Problem Determination When Unable to Load Diagnostics ............ 8-10

Chapter 9. Introduction to Tasks and Service Aids ............... 9-1

Add Resource to Resource List ............................ 9-4

AIX Shell Prompt ..................................... 9-4

Analyze Adapter Internal Log .............................. 9-4

Backup and Restore Media ............................... 9-4

Certify Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5

Change Hardware Vital Product Data ......................... 9-6

Configure Dials and LPFKeys ............................. 9-6

Configure ISA Adapter .................................. 9-6

Configure Reboot Policy ................................. 9-7

Configure Remote Maintenance Policy ........................ 9-8

Configure Ring Indicate Power On Policy ...................... 9-10

Configure Ring Indicate Power On .......................... 9-11

Configure Service Processor ............................. 9-11

Configure Surveillance Policy ............................. 9-14

Create Customized Configuration Diskette ..................... 9-14

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Delete Resource from Resource List ........................ 9-15

Disk Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15

Display Configuration and Resource List ...................... 9-16

Display Firmware Device Node Information ..................... 9-16

Display Hardware Error Report ............................ 9-16

Display Hardware Vital Product Data ........................ 9-17

Display Machine Check Error Log .......................... 9-17

Display Microcode Level ................................ 9-17

Display or Change Bootlist .............................. 9-17

Display or Change Diagnostic Run Time Options ................. 9-18

Display Previous Diagnostic Results ......................... 9-19

Display Resource Attributes .............................. 9-19

Display Service Hints ................................. 9-19

Display Software Product Data ............................ 9-19

Display System Environmental Sensors ....................... 9-20

Display Test Patterns ................................. 9-22

Download Microcode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22

Fibre Channel RAID Service Aids .......................... 9-23

Flash SK-NET FDDI Firmware ............................ 9-24

Format Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25

Generic Microcode Download ............................. 9-28

Local Area Network Analyzer ............................. 9-28

Periodic Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28

PCI RAID Physical Disk Identify ........................... 9-29

Process Supplemental Media ............................. 9-29

Run Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29

Run Error Log Analysis ................................ 9-30

Run Exercisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30

Save or Restore Hardware Management Policies ................. 9-31

Save or Restore Service Processor Configuration ................. 9-32

SCSI Bus Analyzer ................................... 9-32

SCSI Device Identification and Removal ...................... 9-34

SCSD Tape Drive Service Aid ............................ 9-34

Spare Sector Availability ................................ 9-35

SSA Service Aids .................................... 9-36

Update Disk Based Diagnostics ........................... 9-36

Update System or Service Processor Flash .................... 9-36

Update System Flash ................................. 9-37

7135 RAIDiant Array Service Aid ........................... 9-37

7318 Serial Communications Network Server Service Aid ............ 9-39

Appendix A. System Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Record the Identification Numbers .......................... A-1

Device Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3

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Appendix B. Adapter Placement Notes ..................... B-1

Appendix C. IRQ and DMA-Channel Assignments .............. C-1

IRQ Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1

DMA-Channel Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2

ISA Adapter Configuration ............................... C-3

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . X-1

Reader's Comments — We'd Like to Hear From You ............. X-3

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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: [phone]

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.

xvi
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

1

5

8

Index Part Number Country

1 1838574 Bahamas, Barbados, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Costa Rica,

2 6952300 Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Cayman

2 62X0663 Chicago, U.S.A. (Stackable)
3 6952311 Argentina, Australia, New Zealand
4 13F9979 Abu Dhabi, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Botswana, Egypt, Finland,

5 13F9997 Denmark
6 14F0015 Bangladesh, Burma, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka
7 14F0033 Bahrain, Bermuda, Brunei, Channel Islands, Cyprus, Ghana,

23

6

9

Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Ecuador, Guatemala, Guyana,
Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Japan, Netherlands Antilles, Panama,
Peru, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad, Tobago, U.S.A.
(except Chicago), Venezuela

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

10

7

4

11

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Index Part Number Country

8 14F0051 Liechtenstein, Switzerland
9 14F0069 Chile, Ethiopia, Italy
10 14F0087 Israel
11 6952291 Paraguay, Colombia, Uruguay

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Environmental Notices

Product Recycling and Disposal

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.

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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.

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Model 140 System Features

Bus Architecture

Five adapter slots are available:

 Slot 1, PCI primary
 Slot 2, ISA/PCI primary
 Slot 3, ISA/PCI secondary
 Slots 4 and 5, PCI secondary

Microprocessor

PowerPC 604e 166, 200, 233, or 332 MHz with:

 64KB internal cache
 1MB parity synchronous L2 cache

Memory

 64MB-768MB

 6 memory module sockets for 16MB, 32MB, 64MB or 128MB dual inline memory

modules with ECC EDO (extended data out)

Diskette Drive

 Standard: 3.5-inch, 1.44MB

Drives

Hard Disk Drives

 2.1GB fast/wide SCSI-2
 2.2GB, 4.5GB, 9.1GB high performance fast/wide SCSI-2
 4.5GB and 9.1GB Ultra SCSI drives with optional Ultra SCSI adapter
 Maximum supported: 3 internal

CD-ROM drive

 8x-speed 5.25-inch, with sliding tray (no caddy required)
 12x - 20x speed 5.25-inch, with sliding tray (no caddy required)
 32x speed 5.25-inch, with sliding tray (no caddy required)

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Other Drives

 Drive bays can accommodate 5.25-inch or 3.5-inch drives such as hard disk

drives, CD-ROM drives, tape drives or other removable media drives.

Power Supply

 250-watt, usable with 115 Vac or 230 Vac (Supports Wakeup–on–LAN)

Keyboard and Mouse

 Standard: 101 key Enhanced keyboard
 Optional: 101/102 or 106 Enhanced Keyboard
 Standard: 3-button mouse

Front-Panel Display

 4-digit LED diagnostics display

Input/Output Ports

 25-pin Parallel

 9-pin Serial (2)

 8-pin Tablet
 Keyboard
 Mouse

 SCSI-2 (16-bit) Fast/Wide
 10 Base 5 Ethernet
 10 Base T Ethernet
 Audio Line-in and Audio Line-out

 Microphone
 Headphone

Security Features

 Cover lock
 Tie-down (optional)
 Power-on password
 Privileged-access password

 SCSI security jumpers on system board

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Model 150 System Features

Bus Architecture

Five 32-bit PCI adapter slots are available:

 Slots 2 and 3, primary
 Slots 1, 4, and 5, secondary

Microprocessor

PowerPC 604e 375 MHz with 1MB parity synchronous L2 cache

Memory

 64MB-1GB

 4 memory module sockets for 64MB, 128MB, or 256MB dual inline memory

modules with ECC SDRAM EDO (extended data out)

Diskette Drive

 Standard: 3.5-inch, 1.44MB

Drives

Hard Disk Drives

 4.5GB and 9.1GB Ultra SCSI drives
 Maximum supported: 3 internal

CD-ROM drive

 32x speed 5.25-inch, with sliding tray (no caddy required)

Other Drives

 Drive bays can accommodate 5.25-inch or 3.5-inch drives such as hard disk

drives, CD-ROM drives, tape drives or other removable media drives.

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Power Supply

 Autoranging 250 watt, usable with 115 Vac or 230 Vac (Supports

Wakeup–on–LAN)

Keyboard and Mouse

 Standard: 101 key Enhanced keyboard
 Optional: 101/102 or 106 Enhanced Keyboard
 Standard: 3-button mouse

Front-Panel Display

 4-digit LED diagnostics display

Input/Output Ports

 25-pin Parallel

 9-pin Serial (2)

 8-pin Tablet
 Keyboard
 Mouse

 Ultra SCSI (16-bit)
 100/10 Base 5 Ethernet
 100/10 Base T Ethernet
 Audio Line-in and Audio Line-out

 Microphone
 Headphone

Security Features

 Cover lock
 Tie-down (optional)
 Power-on password
 Privileged-access password

 SCSI security jumpers on system board

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Model 240 System Features

Bus Architecture

Five adapter slots are available:

 Slot 1, 32-bit PCI short card
 Slot 2, 64-bit PCI
 Slot 3, 32-bit PCI
 Slot 4, ISA
 Slot 5, ISA short card

Microprocessor

 166MHz PowerPC 604e with 64KB internal cache and 512 KB in-line L2 cache.
 233MHz PowerPC 604e with 64KB internal cache and 1 MB in-line L2 cache.
 Optional symmetric multiprocessing capability when a matched PowerPC 604

microprocessor is installed.

Memory

 64MB-1024MB

 8 memory module sockets for 16MB, 32MB, 64MB or 128MB dual inline memory

modules. (Must be installed in matched pairs.)

Diskette Drive

 Standard: 3.5-inch, 1.44MB

Drives

Hard Disk Drives

 Standard: 2.1GB fast/wide SCSI-2
 2.2GB, 4.5GB, 9.1GB high-performance fast/wide SCSI-2
 4.5GB and 9.1GB Ultra SCSI drives with optional Ultra SCSI adapter
 Maximum supported: 3 internal

CD-ROM drive

 Standard: 8x speed, 5.25-inch, with sliding tray (no caddy required)
 Optional: 12x - 20x speed, 5.25-inch, with sliding tray (no caddy required)

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Other Drives

 Drive bays can accommodate 5.25-inch or 3.5-inch drives such as hard disk

drives, CD-ROM drives, tape drives or other removable media drives.

Power Supply

 250 watt, usable with 115 Vac or 230 Vac

Keyboard

 Standard: 101-key Enhanced Keyboard
 101/102 or 106 Enhanced Keyboard

Mouse

 3-button

Front-Panel Display

 4-digit LED diagnostics display

Input/Output Ports

 25-pin Parallel

 9-pin Serial (2)

 8-pin Tablet
 Keyboard
 Mouse

 SCSI-2 (16-bit) Fast/Wide
 10 Base 5 Ethernet
 10 Base T Ethernet

 Audio Line-in
 Audio Line-out
 Microphone
 Headphone

Security Features

 Cover lock
 Tie-down (optional)
 Power-on password
 Privileged-access password

 SCSI security jumpers on system board

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Front View - Models 140, 150 and 240

1 Power Switch: Turns system unit

power on and off.
2 Power-On Light: Glows when

computer is on.

3 Hard Disk Drive Status Light:

Glows when computer is reading from
or writing to the hard disk.

4 Reset Button: Function depends
upon the operating system installed.

5 Operator Panel Display: Function
depends upon the operating system
installed; may display current status of
system unit startup, or diagnostic
information in the event of a hardware
problem.

6 Media Bay Cover: Covers the
diskette and CD-ROM drives when they
are not in use.

and locks the media bay cover in the
closed position.

8 Diskette-Drive status Light:

Glows when computer is reading from
or writing to a diskette.

9 Diskette Eject Button: Releases
diskette from 3.5-inch diskette drive.

10 CD-ROM Eject Button: Releases
the CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive.

11 CD-ROM Emergency Eject:

Ejects CD-ROM from the CD-ROM
drive if power is not available.

12 CD-ROM Status Light: Indicates
when the CD-ROM drive is active.

13 CD-ROM Volume Control:

Controls the volume for the CD-ROM
headphone jack.

7 Cover Lock: Security feature.
Prevents the cover from being removed

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14 CD-ROM Headphone Jack:

CD-ROM Headphone connector.

Rear View - Models 140, 150 and 240

1 Keyboard Port: ( ): For

keyboard connection.

2 Mouse Port (

): For mouse

connection.
3 Parallel Port (

): For connecting
a parallel printer or other parallel
devices.

4 Ethernet Port (

): For
attaching your computer to an
Ethernet/Twisted pair connection
through a 10 Base T or 100/10 Base T
connector. (Model 140 and Model 240
uses 10 Base T; Model 150 uses
100/10 Base T.)

5 External SCSI Port (

):

For connecting external SCSI devices.

6 Audio Ports:

Headphone
Microphone

Audio line out
Audio line in

7 Voltage-Selection Switch (Model
140 and Model 240 only): Select

either 115-V or 230-V setting (available
on specific systems). Voltage selection
is not needed on Model 150 as it uses
an autoranging power supply.

8 Security tether attachment:
Attachment point for a security tether.

9 9-Pin Serial Ports

and

(

1

): For a TTY terminal,

2

Modem, or other serial devices.

10 Tablet Port (

): For attaching

a digitizing tablet to your computer.

11 Ethernet Port (

): For
attaching your computer to an Ethernet
thick connection (or Ethernet thin
connection, using an optional
transceiver) through a 10 Base 5 or
100/10 Base 5 connector. (Model 140
and Model 240 uses 10 Base 5; Model
150 uses 100/10 Base 5.)

12 Expansion Slots: For adding ISA
and PCI adapters.

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Installing Options

If you have options (such as adapters, diskette drives, hard disk drives, or
memory-module kits) to install, go to Chapter 4, “Installing and Removing Options”
on page 4-1 to install them. After you complete option installation and have updated
your configuration, return to this chapter to connect the cables and complete the
system unit installation.

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Connecting the Cables - Models 140, 150 and 240

1. If you are using a keyboard and display:
 Attach the keyboard cable to the keyboard connector and the display to the

display connector on the back of the display adapter in one of the expansion
slots.

 If you are installing a mouse or other pointing device, connect that cable.
 Connect the display power cord to the display.

If you are using an ASCII terminal:

 Connect the ASCII terminal cable to the S1 port on the system unit.
 Connect the ASCII terminal power cord to the ASCII terminal.

2. Attach adapter cables to any adapters installed in the expansion slots. For more

instructions on adapter cabling, please refer to the documentation that came with
your adapter, or to the

Systems

.

Adapter, Device, and Cable Information for Multiple Bus

Chapter 1. System Startup 1-13

3. Make sure the voltage selection switch (directly above the power cable connector
on the rear of the system unit) is set to the voltage appropriate for the voltage
available in your area.

4. Make sure all externally attached devices are turned off.

5. Connect the system unit power cord to the power connector on the system unit.
Secure the connection then plug the display power cord and the system unit
power cord into properly grounded electrical outlets.

ATTENTION: As soon as the system unit power cord is plugged into the system unit
and power outlet, the power is on within the system unit

unit is turned on.

Do not plug in the system unit power cord if the cover of the

whether or not the system

system unit is removed.

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Checking the Voltage Setting (Model 140 and Model 240 only)

ATTENTION: On some systems a label covers the power connector, which is located

at the rear of your system unit. Remove the label and then check the
voltage-selection switch to verify that it is in the correct position. If you set this
voltage switch to the wrong position, you might permanently damage your system
unit.

Check the setting of the voltage-selection switch at the rear of your system unit.

 If the voltage range in your country is between 100 and 125 volts, check to see

that 115 is visible. (Use the 115-volt setting in the U.S. and Canada.)

 If the voltage range in your country is between 200 and 240 volts, check to see

that 230 is visible.

 If no voltage-selection switch is present, your system unit has an auto-ranging

power supply. The power supply automatically switches to the correct setting.

If you need to adjust the voltage setting, slide the switch to the correct position.
Note: Voltage selection is not needed on Model 150 as it uses an autoranging

power supply.

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Finishing the Installation

Important

 Be sure to maintain at least 50 mm (2 in.) of space at the rear of the system

unit to allow the cooling system to work properly. Blocking the air vents can
cause overheating, which might result in a malfunction or permanent damage.

Your system unit hardware is set up, and you are ready to learn about your system
and make backup copies of important software. The order in which you do these
tasks is up to you. Use the following checklist as a guide.

Ø Record your identification numbers

Your system unit has important identification information that you might need if
you have it serviced.

Appendix A, “System Records” on page A-1 shows where to find these
numbers, and provides space to record and retain this information.

Ø Install the Operating System

If AIX is preinstalled in your system unit, or if you plan to install AIX yourself,
refer to the AIX documentation for instructions.

Ø Install application programs

To install application programs, follow the instructions supplied with each
application program.

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Chapter 2. Using the System Unit

Starting the System Unit

1. Turn on all attached devices.

2. Turn on the system unit.

3. If power does not come on when you turn on the system unit, ensure that the
power cord, located at the back of the system unit, is plugged into a grounded
electrical wall outlet. If this does not solve the problem, go to Chapter 8,
“Hardware Problem Determination” on page 8-1.

When you turn on the system unit, the Power LED comes on and the system starts a
POST (power-on self test). During this test, the disk status LED flashes intermittently.
The system beeps a short beep, and progress indicators appear on the operator
panel display.

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Console Selection

After the system starts up, you have the opportunity to select the system console for
your system unit if one has not been chosen before (or if your display adapter
configuration has changed). The system console functions as the primary display
and keyboard for your system unit.

On a graphical display, the console selection screen looks like the following
illustration.

If the console selection screen appears, each display and ASCII terminal attached to
your system unit appears with a number. To define a display or ASCII terminal as
your system console, press the number on the keyboard that corresponds to the
system console you choose.

If a console is not chosen after a certain amount of time, the system unit
automatically chooses an ASCII terminal as the system console (whether or not one
is installed). To choose another system console, you must shut down and restart the
system unit.

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POST Indicators

If you are using an ASCII terminal (attached to serial port 1), a series of POST
indicators appear on the screen as each subsystem is initialized.

If you are using a directly-attached keyboard and a graphical display attached to
a display adapter, then the POST progress indicators appear as icons across the
bottom of the display as follows.

Memory Modules: Tests system memory.

Keyboard: Initializes the keyboard and mouse. When this icon

appears, you can choose one of several different startup options.

 Pressing the F1 key activates the System Management Services.
 Pressing the F5 or F6 key chooses a service-mode boot from the

default or custom boot list.

 Pressing the F8 key selects the Open Firmware Command line.

If any of these keys are pressed, the chosen option occurs after all of
the following POST icons appear. If no keys are pressed, the system
unit boots from the default boot list and starts the operating system after
all POST icons appear.

Network: Initializes network adapters.

SCSI: Initializes SCSI Adapters.

Audio: Initializes the audio system. Any startup option keys must be

pressed before the end of audio initialization in order to take effect.

If the POST process stops and indicates an error on the LED or console in any one
of these subsystems, record the error number and refer to Chapter 8, “Hardware
Problem Determination” on page 8-1.

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For more information on:

 The System Management Services (started by pressing F1), see to Chapter 3,

“System Management Services” on page 3-1.

 The Open Firmware command line (started by pressing F8), see Chapter 3,

“System Management Services” on page 3-1.

 Alternate boot modes (started by pressing F5 or F6), see “System Startup

Options” on page 2-6.

The last indicator to appear is the boot indicator. This indicator shows that the
system unit hardware is working and preparing to load and start the operating
system.

At this point, the system prompts you for the power-on password if it has been set.
(See Chapter 3, “System Management Services” on page 3-1 for instructions on
setting passwords.)

If three incorrect responses are given to the password prompt, the system locks up
and must be turned off and turned on again to be reset. If the power-on password
has been lost, then the power-on password jumper must be reset or disabled:

 To reset the power-on password, remove the system unit power cable, then

remove the system unit battery for 30 seconds.

 To disable the power-on password, see “Disabling the Power-On Password” on

page 4-9.

ATTENTION: Removing the battery may also erase system configuration information
stored in the nonvolatile random access memory (NVRAM), such as the custom boot
list.

Note: If the privileged-access password has been lost, contact your authorized

reseller or marketing representative.

If no bootable operating system image is found on any of the storage devices listed
in the system firmware boot list, then the system unit attempts to boot again. With
each attempt, you have the opportunity to start the System Management Services
(SMS) as described in Chapter 3, “System Management Services” on page 3-1.

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Stopping the System Unit

ATTENTION: When using the shutdown procedure for your system, enter the correct

shutdown command for your operating system before you stop the system unit.
Failure to do so may result in the loss of data. If you need information on the
shutdown procedure for your operating system, see the operating system
documentation.

1. Before stopping the programs and operating system, notify your system
administrator and users that the system is going to be shut down.

2. After you shut down the operating system, turn off the system unit.

3. Set the power switches of the attached devices to Off.

Power Switch and Indicator

The power switch and indicators on the front of your system unit allow you to control
power to the system unit, observe system power status, and observe disk activity.

These features also have other built-in capabilities to assist you in diagnosing system
problems and observing system status:

 When the system unit is turned on by pressing the power switch, the power LED

lights steadily.

 The disk drive LED lights whenever the hard disk drives within the system unit

are being used.

 If AIX is installed and running, a memory dump of system information can be

requested.

– To enable this function, the sysdumpdev -K command must be executed

before an error condition exists.

– To request the memory dump, press the reset button on the operator panel.

Requesting a memory dump directs AIX to save system information to a
predefined file before turning off the system. This feature can be used to
assist in recovery from system problems.

– When a memory dump has been requested, the power LED blinks quickly

(about 10 flashes per second) to indicate that the dump has been started.
This blinking ceases after about a minute whether or not the dump is
complete, and the LED returns to its steady, lit state until the system turns off
or reboots when the dump is complete.

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– The memory dump file can be viewed by entering the AIX command

sysdumpdev -L

Operator Panel and Reset Switch

The operator panel on the front of the system unit contains a four-digit display and
reset button. The four-digit display is used by your system unit to display progress
indicators during system startup, and may also display error messages.

The function of the reset button depends on the operating system installed in the
system unit. Please consult your operating system documentation for a description of
its function.

System Startup Options

If no keys are pressed after the system unit power is turned on, the system unit
searches a list of devices (the default boot list) for a bootable image. If a bootable
image is found, then the system unit loads and starts the operating system. This is
called a normal boot.

The system unit can also be booted from a custom boot list, which can be changed
through the System Management Services.

If certain keys are pressed during system startup, the system unit searches the
default or custom boot list for a bootable image to start in service mode instead of
normal mode. After a successful service mode boot, the diagnostic programs are
started automatically.

The following pages describe the default and custom boot lists, and how to boot from
these in either normal or service mode.

Default Boot List

The default boot list is composed of the first device found of each of the following
types:

1. Diskette drive

2. CD-ROM drive

3. Disk Drive

4. Network device

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If this default boot list is used during system startup, the system unit attempts to boot
from the diskette drive, then the first CD-ROM drive encountered, then the first disk
drive encountered, and finally the first network connection encountered.

Custom Boot List

The contents of the custom boot list can be defined by using the graphical System
Management Services or the text-based System Management Services When the
custom boot list is utilized during system startup, system unit attempts to boot in turn
from each specific device in the custom boot list.

Note: Only the specific devices contained in the custom boot list are checked for a

bootable image. Other devices of the same type are not searched for a
bootable image unless they are also specified in the custom boot list. Refer
to Chapter 3, “System Management Services” on page 3-1 for more
information on custom boot lists.

If no bootable image is found in the custom boot list, then the system restarts and
attempts to boot again.

If the custom boot list is discovered to be corrupted, the system rebuilds the custom
boot list according to the default boot list.

Service Mode Boot: Loading Diagnostics

The system unit can be booted in service mode (instead of normal mode) from
either the default boot list or custom boot list. After a successful service mode boot,
the diagnostic programs are started automatically.

Booting in Service Mode from the Default Boot List

To boot in service mode from the default boot list, do the following:

1. Before stopping the programs and operating system, notify your system
administrator and users that the system is going to be shut down.

2. Insert the diagnostic CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive, if you intend to run
standalone diagnostics.

3. Turn off the system.

4. Wait 30 seconds, then turn on the system.

5. When the keyboard indicator appears during startup, press the F5 key if the
system console is a directly-attached keyboard, or the 5 key if the system
console is an ASCII terminal.

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6. Enter any passwords.

Diagnostics loaded from CD-ROM are called standalone diagnostics. Since the
default boot list checks the CD-ROM drive before the disk drive, this procedure is
used to start standalone diagnostics.

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Booting in Service Mode from the Custom Boot List

To boot in service mode from the custom boot list, do the following:

1. Verify with the system administrator and users that all programs will be stopped,
then do so.

2. Turn off the system.

3. Wait 30 seconds, then turn on the system.

4. When the keyboard indicator appears during startup, press the F6 key if the
system console is a directly-attached keyboard, or the 6 key if the system
console is an ASCII terminal.

5. Enter any passwords.

Diagnostics loaded from a disk drive or network are called online diagnostics.
(Online diagnostics can be used only if AIX is installed.) Since the custom boot list
should list the disk drive or network device before the CD-ROM drive, this procedure
is used to start online diagnostics. To ensure that using the custom boot list starts
online diagnostics, do not insert the diagnostics CD-ROM.

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Standalone vs. Online Diagnostics

When the system unit attempts to boot in service mode (from either the default or
custom boot list) and locates a diagnostics CD-ROM before any other bootable
image, then the system unit starts standalone diagnostics.

Standalone diagnostics can be used on system units installed with any supported
operating system.

When the system unit attempts to boot in service mode (from either the default or
custom boot list) and first locates a bootable image on disk drive or network
connection, then the system unit starts online diagnostics.

Online diagnostics can only be used on system units installed with the AIX operating
system.

Because the type of diagnostics started (standalone or online) depends on the
source from which they are loaded, changing the boot list used during system startup
can affect which diagnostics are run.

Recommended Boot Options

The procedures under “Service Mode Boot: Loading Diagnostics” on page 2-7
produce the following recommended results:

 Default boot list (F5 or 5 key) with diagnostics CD-ROM inserted loads

Standalone Diagnostics.

 Custom boot list (F6 or 6 key) without diagnostics CD-ROM inserted loads

Online Diagnostics, if AIX is installed on a device in the custom boot list.

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Summary: Boot Options and Control Keys

The following keys can be pressed when the keyboard POST indicator appears.

Key Result
F1 (display keyboard) Normal mode boot, graphical System Management Services

starts.

1 (ASCII keyboard) Normal mode boot, text-based System Management Services

starts.

F5 (display keyboard) Service mode boot, default boot list.
5 (ASCII keyboard) Service mode boot, default boot list.
F6 (display keyboard) Service mode boot, custom boot list.
6 (ASCII keyboard) Service mode boot, custom boot list.
F8 (display keyboard) Normal mode boot, Open Firmware command line.
8 (ASCII keyboard) Normal mode boot, Open Firmware command line.

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Using the Keyboards

There are several keyboards available with the system unit. The keyboards have
various keys that enter data and control the cursor location. The keyboards can be
engraved for the languages of different countries.

The functions of each keyboard depend on the software used. The character sets for
the keyboards are contained and explained in the information for your operating
system.

The keyboard is divided into four sections:

 Function keys are multipurpose keys and their function is controlled by the

operating system.

 Typewriter keys are similar to a standard typewriter. Their function is controlled

by the software.

 Control keys move the cursor on the screen and do programmed control

functions. The movement and functions depend upon the application used.

 The Numeric keypad is arranged like a calculator to help when typing numbers.

On all of the keyboards, you can adjust the tilt position for typing comfort. To tilt the
keyboard, pull out on the keyboard legs. The legs snap into position. To decrease
the tilt of the keyboard, rotate the keyboard legs until they snap into the bottom of
the keyboard case.

The keyboard cable plugs into the connector at the rear of the system unit.

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Using the Mouse

The mouse is a hand–operated locating device. Consult your application publication
for the exact use of the three-button mouse.

You can use the mouse to perform functions such as positioning a cursor, selecting
items from a menu, or moving around in your document much easier and faster than
if you used only the keyboard. The cursor moves exactly as you move the mouse on
a flat surface, such as a desktop.

When you move the mouse around on a flat surface as shown in the following
illustration, the cursor moves on the display screen; the movement changes the
position of the cursor.

With the mouse buttons, you can perform functions such as selecting and
deselecting options, extending your selection, or choosing a command. The precise
function of your mouse depends on the software you are using.

The mouse has a cable that plugs into a connector at the rear of the system unit.

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Handling the Mouse Correctly

For best operation, handle the mouse with care. Incorrect handling can damage the
mouse.

Do not:

 Operate the mouse on cloth, unfinished wood, newspaper, or carpet.
 Drop or hit the mouse.
 Carry the mouse by holding onto the cable.
 Expose the mouse to extreme temperatures or direct sunlight.
 Place the mouse in liquid spills.

Care of the Mouse

The operating surface for the mouse should be smooth, clean, and flat. For
example, you can operate the mouse on the following surfaces:

 Finished wood
 Glass
 Enamel
 Plastic

 Paper (except newspaper)

 Metal
Rough surfaces collect contaminants that can be transferred to the interior of the

mouse by the ball. The surface you use should be free from spills, dirt, dust, lint,
wax, eraser dust, and other foreign matter. Rough surfaces can also cause the pads
located on the bottom of the mouse to prematurely wear. A deeply pitted surface
could cause erratic operation of the mouse.

 Inspect the work surface for spills or other contaminants.
 Dust the work surface.
 If you are using a paper pad, inspect it for wear and replace it if necessary.

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Cleaning the Mouse

1. Remove the retaining ring by turning it counterclockwise, in the direction of the
arrow as shown in the illustration.

2. Remove the ball.

3. Inspect the ball for contaminants. Wipe it clean with a dry, lint–free cloth.

4. If the ball is dirty, wash it in warm, soapy water. Rinse and wipe the ball with a
lint–free cloth until dry.

5. Inspect the ball cavity in the mouse for foreign materials. If there are any foreign
materials, remove them.

6. Replace the ball.

7. Replace the retaining ring on the mouse and align it with the open slots in the
ball cavity.

8. Turn the retaining ring clockwise until the open slots are covered and you hear
the ring snap into place.

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Using the 3.5–Inch Diskette Drive

Diskette Compatibility

The system unit has a 1.44MB diskette drive installed.
The 1.44MB diskette drive can format, read, and write diskettes compatible with the

following diskette drives:

 1.0MB diskettes with 720KB formatted data capacity.
 2.0MB diskettes with 1.44MB formatted data capacity (HD).

Format the diskette according to its specified capacity.

Write-Protecting 3.5-Inch Diskettes

Write–protecting diskettes is necessary so that important information is not
accidentally lost. When diskettes are write-protected, you can read information from
the diskettes, but you cannot write information on to them.

There is a write-protect tab on the 3.5-inch diskette.
To locate the write–protect tab, turn the diskette over with the label facing down.

 To prevent writing onto a diskette, slide the write-protect tab to open the protect

slot.

 To allow writing onto a diskette, slide the write-protect tab to cover the protect

slot.

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Loading and Unloading the 3.5-Inch Diskette

To load a diskette into the drive, insert the diskette in the diskette drive with the
labeled metal shutter first. Push the diskette into the drive until you hear a click.
The click indicates that the diskette is securely in position in the drive.

To unload the diskette, push the diskette-unload button. The diskette unloads
partially from the drive. Pull the diskette out.

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Using the CD-ROM Drive

CAUTION:
A Class 3 laser is contained in the device. Do not attempt to operate the device
while it is disassembled. Do not attempt to open the covers of the device, as it
is not serviceable and is to be replaced as a unit.

The CD-ROM is located in bay 2 of the system unit. Your CD-ROM drive looks like
the one shown in the illustration, and the controls are located as indicated.

Head Phone
Jack

Tray Opening

Emergency
Eject Access

Status LightVolume Control

Load/Unload
Button

When the CD-ROM is set to On, the status light indicates one of several conditions.
The following are status light states and the respective conditions of the CD-ROM
drive:

 Off during standby with the CD-ROM loaded or unloaded.
 Blinks from the closing of the tray to completion of initialization.
 Blinks slowly when either the lens or disc is dusty.
 Blinks quickly when in the audio mode.
 Lights during data transfer operations.
 Lights steadily when some condition exists that should be checked.

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Loading the CD–ROM Drive

Press the unload button to open the tray. Place the disc in the tray with the printed
side up. Push gently on the load/unload button. The drive automatically pulls the
tray into the drive and prepares the disc for reading.

If the CD–ROM drive is in the vertical position, slip out the lower tabs to hold the disc
in place.

Unloading the CD–ROM Drive

Push and hold the unload button until the drawer comes out and then remove the
disc.

Cleaning the CD–ROM Drive

This CD–ROM drive has an internal head–cleaning mechanism, and therefore does
not require an external cleaning device. The internal cleaning mechanism cleans the
head every time the tray is closed with a disc in the tray.

Always handle discs carefully by the edges to avoid leaving fingerprints or scratching
them (this helps the disc to maintain good readability.) Wipe discs with a soft,
lint–free cloth or lens tissue. Always wipe in a straight line from the inner hub to the
outer rim.

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Performing an Emergency Eject

Note: Execute the following procedure only in an emergency, such as when the tray

does not open if the unload button has been pressed.

1. Insert a small diameter rod, such as a straightened paper clip, into the
emergency eject hole. (Refer to the illustration below for the location of the
emergency eject access.)

2. Push the tool in until some resistance is felt.

3. Maintain a small amount of pressure on the rod while pulling on the tray with
your finger nail.

4. Pull the tray open and remove the disc.

Head Phone
Jack

Tray Opening

Emergency
Eject Access

Status LightVolume Control

Load/Unload
Button

Note: Normally the tray makes a ratcheting sound when pulling it open using the

above procedure.

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Chapter 3. System Management Services

The System Management Services make it possible for you to view information
about your computer and to perform such tasks as setting passwords and changing
device configurations.

If you have chosen a graphical display as your system console, you can use the
graphical System Management Services described below. If you are using an ASCII
display as your system console, see “Text-Based System Management Services” on
page 3-26.

Graphical System Management Services

To start the Open Firmware command line or graphical System Management
Services, turn on or restart the computer.

The firmware version installed in your system unit is displayed at the bottom
right-hand corner of the initial logo screen. Please note the version number;
processor upgrades may require a specified version of firmware to be installed in
your system unit. (Update System Firmware is an option under the Utilities menu in
the System Management Services.)

After the logo is displayed, initialization icons appear across the bottom of the
screen.

To enter the graphical System Management Services, you must press the F1 key

after the keyboard icon appears

If you have pressed the F1 key, the System Management Services appears after the
initialization and power-on self test (POST) are complete.

Note: If you have installed a privileged-access password, you are be prompted for

this password before gaining access to the System Management Services
menu.

 Copyright IBM Corp. 1996, 1998 3-1

during startup.

After the System Management Services starts, the following screen appears.

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The System Management Services screen contains the following choices.

Config: Enables you to view your system setup.

Multi-Boot (Model 150 only): Enables you to set and view the

default operating system, modify the boot sequence, access the
Open Firmware command prompt, and other options.

Boot (Model 140 and Model 240): Allows you to modify the
boot sequence.

Utilities: Enables you to set and remove passwords, control
the playing of system tones, enable the unattended start mode,
set and view the addresses of your system's SCSI controllers,
select the active console, view or clear the firmware error log,
and update your system unit's firmware program.

Exit: Returns you to the previous screen.

To select an icon, move the cursor with the arrow keys to choose which icon is
highlighted, then press the Enter key. You can also select an icon by clicking on it
with your left mouse button. To leave the current screen, either press the Esc key or
select the Exit icon.

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Config

Selecting this icon makes it possible for you to view information about the setup of
your system unit. A list similar to the following appears when you select the Config
icon.

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If more than one screen of information is available, a blue arrow in the top right
corner of the screen appears. Use the Page Up and Page Down keys to scroll
through the pages.

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MultiBoot (Model 150 only)

The options available from this screen allow you to view and set various options
regarding the operating system and boot sequence.

Note: The SMS software on the Model 140 and Model 240 do not have this menu

option. On these systems, this menu is replaced by the Boot menu. See
“Boot (Model 140 and Model 240)” on page 3-9 for details.

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The following describes the choices available on this screen.

Select Software: The Select Software option, if supported by
the operating system, allows you to choose which operating
system to use. This option is supported by AIX. Not all
operating systems support this option.

If you receive an informational message saying that no
operating system is installed, then the system information in
non-volatile storage may have been lost. This can happen if
the battery has been removed. To correct this situation, refer
to the bootlist reference in your AIX operating system
documentation.

Software Default: This option, if supported by the operating
system, enables you to select an operating system as the
default operating system for your system unit.

Install From: Enables you to select a media drive from which
to install an operating system.

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Boot Sequence: Enables you to view and change the custom
boot list (the sequence in which devices are searched for
operating system code). You may choose from 1 to 5 devices
for the custom boot list.

The default boot sequence is:

Note:

1. The primary diskette drive.

2. The CD-ROM drive.

3. Tape drive.

4. Hard disk drive.

5. Network device.

To change the custom boot list, enter a new order in the New
column, then click on the Save icon. The list of boot devices is
updated to reflect the new order.

Attention:

To change the custom boot list back to the default values, click
on Default. If you change your startup sequence, you must be
extremely careful when performing

write

operations (for
example, copying, saving, or formatting). You can accidentally
overwrite data or programs if you select the wrong drive.

OK Prompt: Enables you to go directly to the Open Firmware
command prompt. The Open Firmware command prompt is
used for debugging and device driver development. For more
information about the operation of the Open Firmware
command prompt, refer to IEEE Standard 1275.

Multiboot Start: Clicking on this button toggles whether the
Multiboot menu appears automatically at startup.

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Boot (Model 140 and Model 240)

This selection enables you to view and change the custom boot list (the sequence in
which devices are searched for operating system startup code).

Chapter 3. System Management Services 3-9

Attention: If you change your startup sequence, you must be extremely careful

when performing

write

operations (for example, copying, saving, or
formatting). You can accidentally overwrite data or programs if you select the
wrong drive.

The default boot list consists of the first device found of each of the following types.
 Diskette drive
 CD-ROM drive

 Hard disk drive
 Network device.
To change the custom boot list, enter a new order in the New column, then select

Save. The List of Boot Devices is updated to reflect the order you have chosen.
You can choose 1 to 4 devices for the custom boot list. To change the boot

sequence back to the default values, select Default. (The default sequence is
automatically saved.)

Attention: If no user-defined boot-list exists, and the privileged-access

password has been enabled, you are asked for the privileged-access
password at startup every time you boot up your system. See
“Privileged-Access Password” on page 3-15 for more information on
the privileged-access password.

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Utilities

Selecting this icon enables you to perform various tasks and view additional
information about your system unit.

The following describes the choices available on this screen.

Password: Enables you to set password protection for turning
on the system unit and for using system administration tools.

Audio (Model 140 and Model 240 only): Enables you to turn
on or off the system tones heard when the system is turned on.

Hard Disk Spin Up Delay (Model 150 only): Enables you to
change the spin up delay for SCSI hard disk drives attached to
your system.

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Error Log: Enables you to view and clear the firmware error
log information for your system unit.

RIPL (Remote Initial Program Load): Allows you to select a
remote system from which to load programs via a network
adapter when your system unit is first turned on. This option
also allows you to configure network adapters which require
setup.

SCSI ID: Allows you to view and change the addresses (IDs) of
the SCSI controllers attached to your system unit.

Update: Allows you to update the system firmware program.

Console: If you have more than one keyboard and display

attached to your system unit, or if you have an ASCII terminal
attached to your system unit in addition to a keyboard and
display, this tool allows you to define which one is active.

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Password

When you select this icon, the following screen is displayed.

Power-On Password

Setting a power-on password helps protect information stored in your system unit. If
a power-on password is set for your system unit, the Power-On status icon is shown
in the locked position; if a power-on password is not set, then the Power-On status
icon is shown in the unlocked position (as in the screen above).

When you select the Entry icon, a screen with 8 empty boxes appears. Type your
password in these boxes. You can use any combination of up to eight characters
(A–Z, a–z, and 0–9) for your password. As you type a character, a key appears in
the box.

Chapter 3. System Management Services 3-13

Press Enter when you are finished; you must type the password again for
verification.

If you make a mistake, press the Esc key and start again.
After you have entered and verified the password, the power-on password status

icon flashes and changes to the locked position to indicate that the power-on
password is installed.

If you previously had set a power-on password and want to remove it, select the
Remove icon.

Notes:

1. If you want to disable an installed power-on password (but not erase it) move the
power-on password jumper as described in the section beginning on 4-9.
Moving the jumper back to the default position re-enables the power-on
password, unless it has been removed in the System Management Services
Utilities or by removing the battery.

2. If you

3. The system unit power cable must be disconnected before removing the battery.

A password becomes effective only after the system is turned off and back on again.

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forget

the power-on password, you can erase the password by shutting
down the system unit and removing the battery for at least 30 seconds. See
“Changing the Battery” on page 4-108 for details.

Remote Mode: The remote mode, when enabled, allows the system to start from
the defined boot device. This mode is ideal for network servers and other system
units that operate unattended. You

must

set a power-on password before you can
enable the remote mode. When the remote mode is set, the icon changes to
Remote <On>.

If you remove the power-on password, the remote mode is automatically reset, and
the icon returns to Remote <Off>.

Note: In order to use the remote mode feature for booting unattended devices, you

must enable the automatic power-up feature. See the

User's Guide

for
instructions on enabling the automatic power-up feature, which allows the
system unit to turn on whenever AC power is applied to the system (instead
of having the system unit wait for the power button to be pushed).

Privileged-Access Password

The privileged-access password protects against the unauthorized starting of the
system programs. To set the privileged-access password, you must first change a
jumper on the system board. See Chapter 4, “Installing and Removing Options” on
page 4-1 to locate and change the password-enabling jumper, then return here.

If the password-enabling jumper has been changed, select the Entry icon to set and
verify the privileged-access password.

When you select the Entry icon, a screen with 8 empty boxes appears. Type your
password in these boxes. You can use any combination of up to eight characters
(A–Z, a–z, and 0–9) for your password. As you type a character, a key appears in
the box.

Chapter 3. System Management Services 3-15

Press Enter when you are finished; you must type the password again for
verification.

If you make a mistake, press the Esc key and start again.
Note: If an error occurs when you attempt to set the privileged-access password,

then make sure the password-enabling jumper has been changed. (See the

User's Guide

for instructions on changing the password-enabling jumper.)

After you have entered and verified the password, the privileged-access password
icon flashes and changes to the locked position to indicate that your system unit now
requires the password you just entered before running system programs.

Attention: Once the password-enabling jumper has been changed and the

privileged-access password has been set, great care must be taken to
preserve the privileged-access password.

If you set the privileged-access

password and later misplace it, your system must be returned for service.

In order to prevent loss of system use, please record the
privileged-access password immediately whenever it is changed.

Attention: If no user-defined boot-list exists, and the privileged-access

password has been enabled, you will be asked for the privileged-access
password at startup every time you boot up your system.

Moving the password-enabling jumper back to the default position does not disable
or erase the privileged-access password. Removing the jumper or moving the
jumper back to the default position only prohibits changing or disabling this password
with the System Management Services.

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Audio (Model 140 and Model 240 only)

This icon enables you to turn on or off the system tones heard at power-on time. To
change the audio status, use the arrow keys or mouse to highlight the audio icon,
then press the Enter key.

Chapter 3. System Management Services 3-17

Hard Disk Spin Up Delay (Model 150 only)

This selection allows you to change the spin up delay for SCSI hard disk drives
attached to your system. Spin up delay values can be entered manually or a default
setting can be used. All values are measured in seconds. The default is two
seconds. After you have entered the new Spin up delay values, use the arrow keys
to highlight the Save icon and press the Enter key.

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Error Log

Selecting this icon displays the log of errors your system unit has encountered during
operations.

Selecting the Clear icon erases the entries in this log.

Chapter 3. System Management Services 3-19

RIPL

Selecting the Remote Initial Program Load (RIPL) icon above gives you access to
the following selections.

The Set Address icon allows you to define addresses from which your system unit
can receive RIPL code.

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If any of the addresses is incomplete or contains a number other than 0 to 255, an
error message is displayed when you select the Save icon. To clear this error,
change the improper address and select Save again.

The Ping icon allows you to confirm that a specified address is valid by sending a
test transmission to that address.

After choosing the Ping option, you are asked to indicate which communications
adapter (Token Ring or Ethernet) should be used to send the test transmission.

Chapter 3. System Management Services 3-21

The Config icon allows you to configure network adapters which require setup.
Selecting the Config icon presents a list of the adapters requiring configuration. Use
the arrow keys or mouse to highlight an adapter, press the spacebar to select the
adapter, then highlight the OK icon and press the Enter key.

The next screen allows you to select the type of adapter you have just chosen (or
allow the system to select the type automatically). Use the arrow keys or mouse to
highlight a selection. To choose the highlighted selection, press the spacebar, then
highlight the OK icon and press the Enter key.

After choosing the adapter to configure, you can select the communications mode of
the chosen adapter (or allow the system to select the communications mode
automatically). As on the previous screen, use the arrow keys or mouse to highlight,
then press the spacebar to select. When you have selected the communications
mode, highlight the OK icon and press the Enter key.

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SCSI ID

This selection allows you to view and change the addresses (IDs) of the SCSI
controllers attached to your system unit. To change an ID, highlight the entry by
moving the arrow keys, then enter another number. After you have entered the new
address, use the arrow keys or mouse to highlight the Save icon and press the Enter
key.

At any time in this process, you can select the Default icon to change the SCSI IDs
to the default values.

Chapter 3. System Management Services 3-23

Firmware Update

This selection allows you to update the firmware in your system unit from an image
on a 3.5 inch diskette.

In order to create a firmware diskette with the latest level of firmware available, see

http://www.rs6ððð.ibm.com/support/micro

When prompted, insert the firmware update diskette containing the new firmware
image.

ATTENTION: While the new firmware image is being copied into your system unit,
you must not turn off the system unit. Turning off the system unit during the update
process may render your system unit inoperable.

After the firmware update is complete, shut down and restart the system unit.
If the firmware update does not complete successfully or the system unit does not

restart after the firmware update, contact your authorized reseller or marketing
representative.

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Firmware Recovery

If a troubleshooting procedure has indicated that the firmware information in your
system unit has been damaged, then you must perform a firmware recovery.

To perform a firmware recovery, do the following:

1. Locate your firmware update diskette.

2. Using another system unit, rename the *.img file on the firmware update diskette
to precover.img

3. Make sure your system unit is turned off.

4. Insert the firmware recovery diskette into your system unit.

5. Turn on your system unit.

6. When the keyboard indicator appears, press the 1 key if the system console is
an ASCII terminal, or the F1 key if the system console is a directly-attached
keyboard.

7. When the System Management Services appear, choose Utilities and perform a
Firmware Update as described above.

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Text-Based System Management Services

The text-based Open Firmware command line and System Management Services are
available if an ASCII terminal is attached to your system unit.

To start the text-based System Management Services instead of the Open Firmware
command line, press 1 on the ASCII terminal keyboard when the keyboard text
symbol appears during startup.

After the text-based System Management Services starts, the following screen
appears.

Note: The version of firmware currently installed in your system unit is displayed at

the top of each screen in the text-based System Management Services.
Please note the version number; processor upgrades may require a specified
version of firmware to be installed in your system unit. Update System
Firmware is an option under the Utilities menu.

à ð

System Management Services

1 Display Configuration
2 Select Boot Devices
3 Utilities
4 Select Language

.------.
|X=Exit|

------'

====>

á

Figure 3-1. Text-based System Management Services - Main Menu (Model 140 and Model 240)

ñ

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à ð

System Management Services

1 Display Configuration
2 Multiboot
3 Utilities
4 Select Language

.------.
|X=Exit|

------'

====>

á

Figure 3-2. Text-based System Management Services - Main Menu (Model 150)

ñ

Selecting the numbered options provide capabilities described on the following
pages.

After you have finished using the text-based System Management Services, entering
x (for exit) boots your system unit.

Chapter 3. System Management Services 3-27

Display Configuration

This option provides information about the setup of your computer. A screen similar
to the following is displayed.

à ð

<Device Name>

PowerPC 6ð4
L2-Cache, ð512K
Memory

slotA=8MB
slotB=8MB

LPT

addr=3BC

COM

addr=3F8

COM

addr=2F8
Audio
Keyboard
Mouse
Diskette

addr=3Fð
Integrated Ethernet

addr=8ððð5AF67BD

SCSI cntlr id=7

.-----------. .-----------. .------.

|P=prev-page| |N=next-page| |x=Exit|

-----------' -----------' ------'

á

Figure 3-3. Text-based System Management Services - Config Screen

ñ

Note that this configuration information does not include ISA adapters installed in the
system unit.

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MultiBoot Menu (Model 150)

The options available from this screen allow you to view and set various options
regarding the operating system and boot sequence.

Note: The SMS software on the Model 140 and Model 240 do not have this menu

option. On these systems, this menu is replaced by the Boot menu. See
“Select Boot Devices” on page 3-30 for details.

à ð

Multiboot Menu

1. Select Software

2. Software Default

3. Select Install Device

4. Select Boot Devices

5. OK Prompt

6. Multiboot Startup

.------.
|X=Exit|

------'

===>

á

Figure 3-4. Text-based System Management Services - Multiboot Menu

ñ

Select Software: If supported by the operating system, this option shows the names
of the operating system installed. This option may not be supported by all operating
systems.

In the case of AIX this is a supported option, if you receive a message saying that:

No Operating System Installed

this would mean that information in non-volatile storage could have been lost, as
would happen if the battery had been removed. In order to recreate this value, issue
the bootlist command under AIX with the appropriate parameters as to the location
of the operating system in a particular hard disk. Please see the explanation of the
bootlist command in your AIX documentation.

Software Default: If supported by the operating system, lets you select the default
operating system to start the system. This option may not be supported by all
operating systems.

Chapter 3. System Management Services 3-29

Select Install Device: Produces a list of devices, for example the CD-ROM, where
the operating system is installed from. You select one of the devices and the system
searches the device for an operating system to install and if supported by the
operating system in that device, the name of the operating system displays.

Select Boot Device: Provides a list of devices that can be selected to be stored on
the boot list. Up to 5 devices are supported.

OK Prompt: Provides access to the Open Firmware command prompt.
Multiboot Start Option: Toggles between OFF and ON and selects if the Multiboot

menu invokes automatically on startup or not.

Select Boot Devices

This selection enables you to view and change the custom boot list, which is the
sequence of devices read at startup time.

à ð

Select Boot Devices

1. Display Current Settings

2. Restore Default Settings

3. Configure 1st Boot Device

4. Configure 2nd Boot Device

5. Configure 3rd Boot Device

6. Configure 4th Boot Device

7. Configure 5th Boot Device

.------.

|X=Exit|

------'

====>

á

Figure 3-5. Text-based System Management Services - Select Boot Devices Menu

ñ

Display Current Settings: Lists the current order of devices in the boot list. The
following screen shows an example of this display.

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à ð

Current Boot Sequence

1. Diskette

2. Ethernet (Integrated)

3. SCSI CD-ROM id=3 (slot=1)

4. SCSI 5ððMB Hard Disk id=6 (slot=1)

5. SCSI 5ððMB Hard Disk id=5 (slot=5)

.------.
|X=Exit|

------'

===>

á

Figure 3-6. Text-based System Management Services - Boot Sequence Screen

ñ

Restore Default Settings: Restores the boot list to the default sequence of:

 The primary diskette drive
 CD-ROM drive
 Tape id=5

 Hard disk drive id=6
 Network device.

Selecting any of the Configure Boot Device options displays the following screen.

Chapter 3. System Management Services 3-31

à ð

Configure Nth Boot Device

Device Number Current Position Device Name

1 1 Diskette
2 2 Ethernet
3 3 SCSI CD-ROM

5 -

.-----------. .-----------. .------.
|P=prev-page| |N=next-page| |X=Exit|

-----------' -----------' ------'

===>

4 4 SCSI 4.5GB Hard Disk

á

Figure 3-7. Text-based System Management Services - Configure Boot Device Screen

ñ

Attention: If no user-defined boot-list exists, and the privileged-access

password has been enabled, you are asked for the privileged-access
password at startup every time you boot up your system. See “Set
Privileged-Access Password” on page 3-35 for more information on the
privileged-access password.

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Utilities

The Utilities screen enables you to select from the following system management
tools.

à ð

Utilities

1. Set Password and Unattended Start Mode

2. Audio <ON>

3. Display Error Log

4. Remote Initial Program Load Setup

5. Change SCSI id

6. Update System Firmware

7. Select Console

.------.
|X=Exit|

------'
===>

á

Figure 3-8. Text-based System Management Services - Utilities Menu (Model 140 & Model 240)

ñ

à ð

Utilities

1. Set Passwords and Unattended Start Mode

2. Spin-Up Delay

3. Display Error Log

4. Remote Initial Program Load Setup

5. Change SCSI id

6. Update System Firmware

7. Update Service Processor Firmware

8. Select Console

.------.
|X=Exit|

------'
===>

á

Figure 3-9. Text-based System Management Services - Utilities Menu (Model 150)

ñ

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Set Password and Unattended Start Mode

Entering this selection permits access to the following options.

à ð

Password Utilities

1. Set Power On Password

2. Remove Power On Password

3. Unattended Start Mode <OFF>

4. Set Privileged-Access Password

5. Remove Privileged-Access Password

.------.
|X=Exit|

------'
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Figure 3-10. Text-based System Management Services - Password Menu

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Set Power On Password: Setting a power-on password helps protect

information stored in your computer. You can use any combination of up to eight
characters (A–Z, a–z, and 0–9) for your password. The password you type is not
displayed on the screen. Press Enter when you are finished; you must type the
password again for verification.

If you previously had set a power-on password and wanted to remove it, select

Remove Power-On Password.

Notes:

1. If you want to disable an installed power-on password (but not erase it) move the
power-on password jumper as described in the section beginning on 4-9. Moving
the jumper back to the default position re-enables the power-on password,
unless it has been removed in the System Management Services Utilities or by
removing the battery.

forget

2. If you
system unit and removing the battery for at least 30 seconds. See “Changing
the Battery” on page 4-108 for details.

3. The system unit power cable must be disconnected before removing the battery.

your password, you can erase the password by shutting down the

A password becomes effective only after the system is turned off and back

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Set Privileged-Access Password: The privileged-access password protects

against the unauthorized starting of the system programs.
To set the privileged-access password, you must first change a jumper on your

computer's system board. See Chapter 4, “Installing and Removing Options” on
page 4-1 to locate and change the password-enabling jumper.

If the password-enabling jumper has been changed, select Set privileged-access
password to set and verify the privileged-access password.

Attention: Once the password-enabling jumper has been changed and the

privileged-access password has been set, great care must be taken to
preserve the privileged-access password.

password and later misplace it, your system must be returned for service.

In order to prevent loss of system use, please record the
privileged-access password immediately whenever it is changed.

Attention: If no user-defined boot-list exists, and the privileged-access

password has been enabled, you will be asked for the privileged-access
password at startup every time you boot up your system.

Moving the password-enabling jumper back to the default position does not disable
or erase the privileged-access password. Removing the jumper of moving the
jumper back to the default position only prohibits changing or disabling this password
with the System Management Services. Removing the battery does not affect the
state of the privileged-access password at all.

If you set the privileged-access

If you previously had set a privileged-access password and want to remove it, select

Remove Privileged-Access Password.

Audio (Model 140 and Model 240 only)

Selecting this utility turns on or off the system tones heard at power-on time.

Hard Disk Spin-Up Delay (Model 150 only)

Selecting this utility allows you to adjust the hard disk spin-up delay in your system
unit.

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Display Error Log

A screen similar to the following is displayed when you select this option. Here, you
can view or clear your computer's error log.

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.----------------------------------------------------------.
| Error Log |
| |

| Date Time ErrorCode Location |
| Entry 1. ð1/ð4/96 12:13:22 25A8ðð11 ðð-ðð |
| Entry 2. no error logged |

----------------------------------------------------------'

.-----------------. .------.

|C=Clear Error Log| |X=Exit|

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Figure 3-11. Text-based System Management Services - Error Log

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Remote Initial Program Load Setup

This option allows you to enable and set up the remote startup capability of your
computer. First, you are asked to specify the network parameters.

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Network Parameters

1. IP Parameters

2. Adapter Parameters

3. Ping

.------.
|X=Exit|

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Figure 3-12. Text-based System Management Services - RIPL Setup Menu

Selecting the IP Parameters option displays the following screen.

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IP Parameters

1. Client IP Address [ððð.ððð.ððð.ððð]

2. Server IP Address [ððð.ððð.ððð.ððð]

3. Gateway IP Address [ððð.ððð.ððð.ððð]

4. Subnet Mask [ððð.ððð.ððð.ððð]

.------.
|X=Exit|

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Figure 3-13. Text-based System Management Services - IP Parameters Menu

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Selecting the Adapter Parameters option allows you to view an adapter's hardware
address, as well as configure network adapters that require setup.

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Adapter Parameters

Device HW Address

1. 3Com,3C9ð5 8ððð5AFC67BD

2. token-ring 8ððð32E54A12

.------.
|X=Exit|

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Figure 3-14. Text-based System Management Services - Adapter Parameters Menu

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Selecting option 1 (3Com,3C905) displays the following 100Mb Ethernet
configuration menus:

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3Com Etherlink Fast XL

1. Media Type [Auto]

2. Full Duplex [Auto]

.------.
|X=Exit|

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Selecting the Media Type option allows you the change the media employed by the
Ethernet adapter:

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.----------------.

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| MEDIA TYPE |
| 1. 1ð BaseT |
| 2. 1ðð Base TX |
| 3. Auto |

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Selecting the Full Duplex option allows you to change how the Ethernet adapter
communicates with the network:

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.----------------.

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Ping, the last option available from the Network Parameters menu, allows you to test
a connection to a remote system unit. After selecting the Ping option, you must
choose which adapter communicates with the remote system.

| Full Duplex |
| 1. Yes |
| 2. No |
| 3. Auto |

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Interface

1. Ethernet

2. Token Ring

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After choosing which adapter to use to ping the remote system, you must provide the
addresses needed to communicate with the remote system.

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Ping

1. Client IP Address [129.132.4.2ð]

2. Server IP Address [129.132.4.1ð]

3. Gateway IP Address [129.132.4.3ð]

4. Subnet Mask [255.255.255.ð]

.---------. .------.
|E=Execute| |X=Exit|

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Change SCSI ID

This option allows you to view and change the addresses of the SCSI controllers
attached to you computer.

Update System Firmware

This option allows you to update your system firmware. Note that you must insert a
diskette containing the firmware update image after you see the following
confirmation screen.

In order to create a firmware diskette with the latest level of firmware available, see

http://www.rs6ððð.ibm.com/support/micro

When prompted, insert the firmware update diskette containing the new firmware
image.

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.--------------------------------------------------------------.

| This selection will update your System Firmware. Do you want |
| to continue? Press Y(Yes) N(No). |

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Firmware Recovery: If a troubleshooting procedure has indicated that the

firmware information in your system unit has been damaged, then you must perform
a firmware recovery.

To perform a firmware recovery, do the following:

1. Locate your firmware update diskette.

2. Using another system unit, rename the *.img file on the firmware update diskette
to precover.img

3. Make sure your system unit is turned off.

4. Insert the firmware recovery diskette into your system unit.

5. Turn on your system unit.

6. When the keyboard indicator appears, press the 1 key on the system console
ASCII terminal.

7. When the System Management Services appear, choose Utilities and perform a
System Firmware Update as described above.

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