IBM System x3250, System x3250 Type 4364, System x3250 Type 4365 User Manual
IBM System x3250 Types 4364 and 4365
User’s Guide
IBM System x3250 Types 4364 and 4365
User’s Guide
Note:
Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information in
“Notices,” on page 49, and the Warranty and Support Information document on the IBM System x
Documentation CD.
Third Edition (January 2007)
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Contents
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v
Chapter 1. The System x3250 Types 4364 and 4365 server . . . . . . . .1
Related documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Notices and statements in this document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
What your server offers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Reliability, availability, and serviceability features . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
IBM Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
The UpdateXpress program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Server controls, LEDs, and power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Server power features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Chapter 2. Installing optional devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Server components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
System-board internal connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
System-board switches and jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
System-board external connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
System-board LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
System-board optional-device connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Installation guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
System reliability guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Handling static-sensitive devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Removing the cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Installing an adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Installing a Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Installing a hard disk drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Installing a simple-swap Serial ATA hard disk drive . . . . . . . . . . .24
Installing a hot-swap hard disk drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Installing a new CD or DVD drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Installing a memory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Installing a SATA RAID kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Completing the installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Installing the cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Connecting the cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Updating the server configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Chapter 3. Configuring the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD . . . . . . . . . . . .36
ServerGuide features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Setup and configuration overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Typical operating-system installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Installing your operating system without using ServerGuide . . . . . . .37
Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Configuration/Setup Utility menu choices . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Using the LSI Logic Configuration Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Starting the LSI Logic Configuration Utility program . . . . . . . . . .43
Configuring the controller and devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Using the baseboard management controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
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Installing the SMBridge management utility program . . . . . . . . . .44
Using the baseboard management controller utility programs . . . . . . .46
Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Updating IBM Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Appendix. Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Important notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Product recycling and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Battery return program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Electronic emission notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement . . . . . . . . .53
Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement . . . . . . . .53
Australia and New Zealand Class A statement . . . . . . . . . . . .53
United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement . . . . . . . . .53
European Union EMC Directive conformance statement . . . . . . . . .54
Taiwanese Class A warning statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Chinese Class A warning statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement . . .54
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
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Safety
Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.
Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.
Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.
Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.
Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information.
Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.
Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.
Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.
Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.
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Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad.
Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.
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Important:
Each caution and danger statement in this document is labeled with a number. This
number is used to cross reference an English-language caution or danger
statement with translated versions of the caution or danger statement in the Safety
Information document.
For example, if a caution statement is labeled “Statement 1”, translations for that
caution statement are in the Safety Information document under “Statement 1”.
Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this document before you
perform the procedures. Read any additional safety information that comes with the
server or optional device before you install the device.
Statement 1:
DANGER
Electrical
current from power, telephone, and communication cables is
hazardous.
To avoid a shock hazard:
v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation,
maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical
storm.
v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical
outlet.
v Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to
this product.
v When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal
cables.
v Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or
structural damage.
v Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems,
networks, and modems before you open the device covers, unless
instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures.
v Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when
installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached
devices.
To Connect: To Disconnect:
1. Turn everything OFF.
2. First, attach all cables to devices.
3. Attach signal cables to connectors.
4. Attach power cords to outlet.
5. Turn device ON.
1. Turn everything OFF.
2. First, remove power cords from outlet.
3. Remove signal cables from connectors.
4. Remove all cables from devices.
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Statement 2:
CAUTION:
When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM® Part Number 33F8354 or an
equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has
a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module
type made by the same manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can
explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.
Do not:
v Throw or immerse into water
v Heat to more than 100°C (212°F)
v Repair or disassemble
Dispose
of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
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Statement 3:
CAUTION:
When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or
transmitters) are installed, note the following:
v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could
result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable
parts inside the device.
v Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
DANGER
laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser
Some
diode. Note the following.
Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly
with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.
Class 1 Laser Product
Laser Klasse 1
Laser Klass 1
Luokan 1 Laserlaite
Appareil A Laser de Classe 1
`
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Statement 4:
≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb)
CAUTION:
Use safe practices when lifting.
Statement 5:
CAUTION:
The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power
supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device
also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current
from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power
source.
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Statement 8:
CAUTION:
Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following
label attached.
Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any
component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside
these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact
a service technician.
Statement 26:
CAUTION:
Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted devices.
This server is suitable for use on an IT power-distribution system whose maximum
phase-to-phase voltage is 240 V under any distribution fault condition.
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Chapter 1. The System x3250 Types 4364 and 4365 server
The IBM System x3250 Type 4364 and Type 4365 server is a 1-U-high server that
is ideally suited for networking environments that require superior microprocessor
performance, efficient memory management, and flexibility.
Performance, ease of use, reliability, and expansion capabilities were key
considerations in the design of the server. These design features make it possible
for you to customize the system hardware to meet your needs today and provide
flexible expansion capabilities for the future.
The server comes with a limited warranty. For information about the terms of the
warranty and getting service and assistance, see the Warranty and Support
Information document.
The server contains IBM X-Architecture technologies, which help increase
performance and reliability. For more information, see “What your server offers” on
page 4 and “Reliability, availability, and serviceability features” on page 5.
You can obtain up-to-date information about the server and other IBM server
products at http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/.
Related documentation
This User’s Guide contains general information about the server, including how to
install supported optional devices and how to configure the server. The following
documentation also comes with the server:
v Installation Guide
This printed document contains instructions for setting up the server and basic
instructions for installing some optional devices.
v Warranty and Support Information
This document is in Portable Document Format (PDF) on the System x
Documentation CD. It contains information about the terms of the warranty and
getting service and assistance.
v Safety Information
This document is in PDF on the IBM System x Documentation CD. It contains
translated caution and danger statements. Each caution and danger statement
that appears in the documentation has a number that you can use to locate the
corresponding statement in your language in the Safety Information document.
v Rack Installation Instructions
This printed document contains instructions for installing the server in a rack.
v Problem Determination and Service Guide
This document is in PDF on the IBM System x Documentation CD. It contains
information to help you solve problems yourself, and it contains information for
service technicians.
™
Depending
IBM System x Documentation CD.
The System x and xSeries® Tools Center is an online information center that
contains information about tools for updating, managing, and deploying firmware,
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on the server model, additional documentation might be included on the
device drivers, and operating systems. The System x and xSeries Tools Center is at
http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp.
The server might have features that are not described in the documentation that
comes with the server. The documentation might be updated occasionally to include
information about those features, or technical updates might be available to provide
additional information that is not included in the server documentation. These
updates are available from the IBM Web site. To check for updated documentation
and technical updates, complete the following steps.
Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. The actual procedure
might vary slightly from what is described in this document.
1. Go to http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/support/xseries/index.html.
2. From the Hardware list, select System x3250 and click Go.
3. Click the Install and use tab.
4. Click Product documentation.
Notices and statements in this document
The caution and danger statements in this document are also in the multilingual
Safety Information document, which is on the IBM System x Documentation CD.
Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in the
Safety Information document.
The following notices and statements are used in this document:
v Note: These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice.
v Important: These notices provide information or advice that might help you avoid
inconvenient or problem situations.
v Attention: These notices indicate potential damage to programs, devices, or
data. An attention notice is placed just before the instruction or situation in which
damage could occur.
v Caution: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially hazardous
to you. A caution statement is placed just before the description of a potentially
hazardous procedure step or situation.
v Danger: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or
extremely hazardous to you. A danger statement is placed just before the
description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or
situation.
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Features and specifications
The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the
server. Depending on the server model, some features might not be available, or
some specifications might not apply.
Racks are marked in vertical increments of 4.45 cm (1.75 inches). Each increment
is referred to as a unit, or “U.” A 1-U-high device is 1.75 inches tall.
Table 1. Features and specifications
Microprocessor:
One Intel
®
LGA 775 Xeon 3000
series, Pentium® D, or Celeron D,
depending on the server model
Note: Use the Configuration/Setup
Utility program to determine the size
of the L2 cache, speed of the
microprocessor, and speed of the
front-side bus.
Memory:
v Minimum: One or two 512 MB
DIMMs, depending on the server
model
v Maximum: 8 GB
v Type: PC2-5300, 667 MHz, ECC,
DDR II unbuffered SDRAM DIMMs
only
v Slots: Four dual inline
v Supports 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB
DIMMs
Drives:
Ultrabay
Enhanced: CD or CD/DVD
Expansion bays:
One
of the following configurations:
v Two 3.5-inch slim-high bays for
hard disk drives.
– Hot-swap models: Supports
maximum of two serial-attached
SCSI (SAS) drives or two serial
ATA ( S ATA ) drives.
– Simple-swap models: Supports
maximum of two SATA drives
Four 2.5-inch small form-factor
v
(SFF) hot-swap bays for hard disk
drives. Supports a maximum of four
2.5-inch SAS drives.
Expansion
Two
slots:
PCI Express x8 slots, one
low-profile and one 3/4-length full
height
Video controller:
v ATI ES1000 video on system board
v 16 MB DDR video memory
Power supply:
351 watt (110 or 220 V ac
auto-sensing)
Size:
v Height: 43 mm (1.75 inches, 1 U)
v Depth: 559 mm (22 inches)
v Width: 440 mm (17.32 inches)
v Maximum weight: 12.7 kg (28 lb)
depending on your configuration
Integrated
v Two Broadcom NetXtreme™ GB
Ethernet controllers on the system
board with Wake on LAN® support
v Serial port
v Four USB ports (two on front and
two on rear of server)
v Keyboard port
v Mouse port
v Systems-management port if an
optional Remote Supervisor
Adapter II SlimLine is installed
Hard
v Serial ATA (SATA) controller
(simple-swap SATA models)
v Serial-attached SCSI (SAS)
controller with integrated RAID
(hot-swap SAS/SATA models)
Environment:
v Air temperature:
– Server on: 10° to 35°C (50.0°
– Server on: 10° to 32°C (50.0°
– Server off: 10° to 43°C (50.0°
– Shipping: -40° to 60°C
v
Humidity:
– Server on: 8% to 80%
– Server off: 8% to 80%
functions:
disk controllers:
to 95.0°F); altitude: 0 to 914.4
m (3000 ft)
to 89.6°F); altitude: 914.4 m
(3000 ft) to 2133 m (6998.0 ft)
to 109.4°F); maximum altitude:
2133 m (6998.0 ft)
(-40° to 140°F); maximum
altitude: 2133 m (6998.0 ft)
Acoustical noise emissions:
v Sound power, idling: 6.5 bel
maximum
v Sound power, operating: 6.5 bel
maximum
Heat
output:
Approximate
heat output in British
thermal units (Btu) per hour:
v Minimum configuration: 341 Btu per
hour (100 watts)
v Maximum configuration: 1024 Btu
per hour (300 watts)
Electrical
input:
v Sine-wave input (47 - 63 Hz)
required
v Input voltage low range:
– Minimum: 100 V ac
– Maximum: 127 V ac
v
Input voltage high range:
– Minimum: 200 V ac
– Maximum: 240 V ac
v
Approximate input kilovolt-amperes
(kVA):
– Minimum: 0.102 kVA
– Maximum: 0.55 kVA
Notes:
1. Power consumption and heat
output vary depending on the
number and type of optional
features that are installed and the
power-management optional
features that are in use.
2. These levels were measured in
controlled acoustical environments
according to the procedures that
are specified by the American
National Standards Institute (ANSI)
S12.10 and ISO 7779 and are
reported in accordance with ISO
9296. Actual sound-pressure levels
in a given location might exceed
the average stated values because
of room reflections and other
nearby noise sources. The declared
sound-power levels indicate an
upper limit, below which a large
number of computers will operate.
Chapter 1. The System x3250 Types 4364 and 4365 server 3
What your server offers
The server uses the following features and technologies:
v Baseboard management controller
The baseboard management controller provides basic service-processor
environmental monitoring functions. If an environmental condition exceeds a
threshold or if a system component fails, the baseboard management controller
lights LEDs to help you diagnose the problem. Critical errors are also included in
the error log.
In messages and documentation, the term service processor refers to the
Note:
baseboard management controller or the optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II
SlimLine.
v IBM Director
IBM Director is a workgroup-hardware-management tool that you can use to
centrally manage servers. For more information, see the IBM Director
documentation on the IBM Director CD.
v IBM Enterprise X-Architecture technology
IBM X-Architecture technology combines proven, innovative IBM designs to make
your x86-processor-based server powerful, scalable, and reliable. For more
information, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/xseries/xarchitecture/
enterprise/index.html.
v Large system-memory capacity
The server supports up to 8 GB of system memory. The memory controller
supports error correcting code (ECC) for up to four industry-standard PC2-5300,
667 MHz, ECC, double-data-rate (DDR) II unbuffered synchronous dynamic
random access memory (SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs).
v IBM ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD
The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD that comes with the server provides
programs to help you set up the server and install a Windows operating system.
The ServerGuide program detects installed optional hardware devices and
provides the correct configuration programs and device drivers. For more
information about the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, see “Using the
ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD” on page 36.
v Integrated network support
The server comes with two integrated Broadcom Gigabit controllers, which
support connection to a 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbps network. For more
information, see “Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controllers” on page 47.
v Large data-storage capacity
The server supports up to two 25.4 mm (1-inch) slim-high, 3.5-inch hard disk
drives (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) or serial-attached SCSI
(SAS), depending on server model), or up to four 63.5 mm (2.5-inch) hard disk
drives (SAS), depending on server model.
v ServeRAID™ support
The hot-swap models of this server contain an internal SAS controller that
supports level 0 and level 1 redundant array of independent disks (RAID)
configurations. The server also supports some ServeRAID adapters and other
optional devices to create RAID configurations. For a list of supported ServeRAID
devices for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/
compat/us/.
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v Systems-management capabilities
The server supports an optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine.
When this adapter is used with the integrated baseboard management controller
that comes with the server, you can manage the functions of the server locally
and remotely. The Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine also provides system
monitoring, event recording, and dial-out alert capability.
Reliability, availability, and serviceability features
Three important server design features are reliability, availability, and serviceability
(RAS). The RAS features help to ensure the integrity of the data that is stored in
the server, the availability of the server when you need it, and the ease with which
you can diagnose and repair problems.
The server has the following RAS features:
v Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)
v Advanced Desktop Management Interface (DMI) features
v Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) 1.5 support that provides secure
remote power on/power off and seven standard alerts for components such as
fans, voltage, and thermals
v Automatic restart after power failure
v Auto-restart initial program load (IPL)
v Boot-block recovery
v Built-in, menu-driven configuration and setup programs
v Cooling fans with speed-sensing capability
v Customer-upgradeable basic input/output system (BIOS) code
v ECC memory
v Error codes and messages
v Menu-driven diagnostic programs on CD
v Monitoring support for temperature, voltage, and fan speed
v Parity checking on the SAS bus and PCI bus
v Power-on self-test (POST)
v Read-only memory (ROM) checksums
v SDRAM with serial presence detect (SPD)
v Server management
v Standby voltage for systems management features and monitoring
v System error log
v Vital product data (VPD); includes information stored in nonvolatile memory for
easier remote viewing
v Wake on LAN
IBM Director
With IBM Director, a network administrator can perform the following tasks:
v View the hardware configuration of remote systems, in detail
v Monitor the usage and performance of critical components, such as
microprocessors, disks, and memory
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v Centrally manage individual or large groups of IBM and non-IBM x86-based
servers, desktop computers, workstations, and notebook computers on a variety
of platforms
Director provides a comprehensive entry-level workgroup hardware manager. It
IBM
includes the following key features:
v Advanced self-management capabilities for maximum system availability
v Multiple operating-system platform support, including Microsoft® Windows® 2000
Server, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP Professional, AIX, i5/OS, Red Hat
Linux, SUSE Linux, VMware, and Novell NetWare. For a complete list of
operating systems that support IBM Director, see the IBM Director Compatibility
Document. This document is in Portable Document Format (PDF) at
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/document.do?lndocid=MIGR-61788. It is
updated every 6 to 8 weeks.
v Support for IBM and non-IBM servers, desktop computers, workstations, and
notebook computers
v Support for systems-management industry standards
v Integration into leading workgroup and enterprise systems-management
environments
v Ease of use, training, and setup
Director also provides an extensible platform that supports advanced server
IBM
tools that are designed to reduce the total cost of managing and supporting
networked systems. By deploying IBM Director, you can achieve reductions in
ownership costs through the following benefits:
v Reduced downtime
v Increased productivity of IT personnel and users
v Reduced service and support costs
more information about IBM Director, see the documentation on the IBM
For
Director CD that comes with the server, the IBM Director Information Center at
http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/eserver/v1r2/topic/diricinfo/ fqm0_main.html,
and the IBM System x and xSeries Systems Management Web page at
http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/xseries/systems_management/, which presents
an overview of IBM Systems Management and IBM Director.
The UpdateXpress program
The UpdateXpress program is available for most System x servers and optional
devices. It detects supported and installed device drivers and firmware in the server
and installs available updates. Yo u can download the UpdateXpress program from
the Web at no additional cost, or you can purchase it on a CD. To download the
program or purchase the CD, go to http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/xseries/
systems_management/ibm_director/extensions/xpress.html.
about UpdateXpress is available from the System x and xSeries Tools Center at
http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp.
Additional information
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Server controls, LEDs, and power
This section describes the controls and light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and how to turn
the server on and off.
The illustrations in this document show the 3.5-inch hard disk drive models,
Note:
unless specifically indicated otherwise.
Front view
The following illustration shows the controls, light-emitting diodes (LEDs), and
connectors on the front of the server.
Power-control button
Power-on LED: When this LED is lit and not flashing, it indicates that the server is
turned on. When this LED is flashing, it indicates that the server is turned off and
still connected to an ac power source. When this LED is off, it indicates that ac
power is not present, or the power supply or the LED itself has failed.
Reset button
Power-on LED
Hard disk drive activity LED
Locator LED
System-error LED
USB 1 connector
USB 2 connector
CD-eject button
CD drive activity LED
Note: If this LED is off, it does not mean that there is no electrical power in the
server. The LED might be burned out. To remove all electrical power from the
server, you must disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
Power-control button: Press this button to turn the server on and off manually. A
power-control-button shield comes installed around the button to prevent the server
from being turned off accidentally. You can remove this disk-shaped shield if you
prefer.
Reset button: Press this button to reset the server and run the power-on self-test
(POST). Yo u might have to use a pen or the end of a straightened paper clip to
press the button.
Hard disk drive activity LED: When this LED is flashing, it indicates that a hard
disk drive is in use.
Locator LED: This LED can be lit remotely by the system administrator to aid in
visually locating the server. You can use IBM Director to light this LED remotely.
System-error LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that a system error has
occurred. An LED on the system board might also be lit to help isolate the error.
Detailed troubleshooting information is in the Problem Determination and Service
Guide that is on the IBM System x Documentation CD.
USB connectors: Connect a USB device to either of these connectors.
CD-eject button: Press this button to release a CD from the CD drive.
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Rear view
CD drive activity LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that the CD drive is in use.
The following illustration shows the LEDs on the rear of the server.
Ethernet 1 transmit / receive
activity LED
Ethernet 1 speed LED
Ethernet 2 speed LED
Ethernet 2 transmit / receive
activity LED
Ethernet transmit/receive activity LED: This LED is on each Ethernet connector.
When this LED is lit, it indicates that there is activity between the server and the
network.
Ethernet speed LED: This LED is on each Ethernet connector. When this LED is
lit, it indicates that the Ethernet network speed is 1 Gbps. When this LED is off, it
indicates that the Ethernet network speed is 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps.
The following illustration shows the connectors on the rear of the server.
Systems-management
connector
Power-cord connector
USB 3 connector
USB 4 connector
Mouse connector
Keyboard connector
Serial connector
Video connector
Ethernet 2 connector
Ethernet 1 connector
Power-cord connector: Connect the power cord to this connector.
Keyboard connector: Connect a PS/2 keyboard to this connector.
Mouse connector: Connect a mouse or other PS/2 device to this connector.
Serial connector: Connect a 9-pin serial device to this connector.
Video connector: Connect a monitor to this connector.
Ethernet connector: Use either of these connectors to connect the server to a
network.
USB connector: Connect a USB device to either of these connectors.
Systems-management connector: Connect the server to a network for
systems-management information control. This connector is active only if you have
installed a Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine, and it is used only by the
Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine.
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Server power features
When the server is connected to an ac power source but is not turned on, the
operating system does not run, and all core logic except for the service processor is
shut down; however, the server can respond to requests from the service processor
(the baseboard management controller), such as a remote request to turn on the
server.
Turning on the server
Approximately 20 seconds after the server is connected to ac power, the
power-control button becomes active, and one or more fans might start running to
provide cooling while the server is connected to power. You can turn on the server
and start the operating system by pressing the power-control button.
The server can also be turned on in any of the following ways:
v If a power failure occurs while the server is turned on, the server will restart
automatically when power is restored.
v If your operating system supports the systems-management software for an
optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine, the systems-management
software can turn on the server.
v If your operating system supports the Wake on LAN feature, the Wake on LAN
feature can turn on the server.
When 4 GB or more of memory (physical or logical) is installed, some
Note:
memory is reserved for various system resources and is unavailable to the
operating system. The amount of memory that is reserved for system resources
depends on the operating system, the configuration of the server, and the
configured PCI optional devices.
Turning off the server
When you turn off the server and leave it connected to ac power, the server can
respond to requests from the service processor, such as a remote request to turn
on the server. While the server remains connected to ac power, one or more fans
might continue to run. To remove all power from the server, you must disconnect it
from the power source.
Some operating systems require an orderly shutdown before you turn off the server.
See your operating-system documentation for information about shutting down the
operating system.
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