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Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 159, the IBM Safety Information and IBM Environmental Notices and User's Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD, and the IBM Warranty Information document that comes with your server.

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Contents

Safety ............................vii

Chapter 1. The System x3650 M4 server ...............1

The IBM System x Documentation CD.................4

Hardware and software requirements ................4

Using the Documentation Browser .................5

Related documentation ......................5

Notices and statements in this document ................7

Features and specifications .....................7

What your server offers ......................10

Reliability, availability, and serviceability features ............12

IBM Systems Director ......................14

The UpdateXpress System Pack Installer ...............14

Server controls, LEDs, and power ..................15

Front view .........................15

Rear view ..........................23

Server power features .....................27

Chapter 2. Installing optional devices................31

Instructions for IBM Business Partners ................31

How to send DSA data to IBM ...................31

Server components .......................32

System-board internal connectors .................33

System-board external connectors .................34

System-board switches and jumpers ................35

System-board LEDs ......................37

System-board optional device connectors ..............38

PCI riser-card adapter connectors .................39

PCI riser-card assembly LEDs ..................39

Installation guidelines ......................40

System reliability guidelines ...................41

Working inside the server with the power on .............41

Handling static-sensitive devices .................42

Internal cable routing and connectors ................43

General ..........................43

2.5-inch hard disk drive cable connection ..............48

3.5-inch hard disk drive cable connection ..............52

Removing the cover .......................54

Removing a PCI riser-card assembly .................55

Installing a PCI riser-card assembly .................56

Removing the air baffle ......................57

Installing the air baffle ......................58

Stretching a PCI riser-card assembly .................59

Shrinking a PCI riser-card assembly (for half-length adapters) .......59

Installing a PCI adapter ......................60

Removing a PCI adapter .....................64

Installing a hard disk drive.....................65

Removing a hard disk drive ....................67

Installing a SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD option ...............67

Installing a SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD with a ServeRAID adapter option .....73

Installing a SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD with26GBperformance optimized HBA

adapters option ........................79

Installing2x81.8-inch SSDs with26GBperformance optimized HBA adapters

option ...........................84

Installing4x81.8-inch SSDs with26GBperformance optimized HBA adapters

option ...........................91

Installing an optional tape drive ...................98

Installing a second microprocessor and heat sink ............101

Thermal grease .......................106

Installing a memory module ....................107

DIMM installation sequence ...................110

Memory mirrored channel ...................111

Memory rank sparing .....................112

Installing a DIMM ......................113

Installing a hot-swap ac power supply ................115

Installing a hot-swap dc power supply ................118

Removing a dual-motor hot-swap fan ................123

Installing a dual-motor hot-swap fan.................124

Installing an optional ServeRAID upgrade adapter ...........125

Installing a ServeRAID SAS controller battery on the remote battery tray . . . 127

Installing a USB hypervisor memory key ...............128

Removing a USB hypervisor memory key ..............130

Installing the optional dual-port network adapter ............131

Installing an optional DVD drive ..................135

Completing the installation ....................135

Replacing the server cover ...................137

Connecting the external cables .................138

Updating the server configuration.................139

Chapter 3. Configuring the server.................141

Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD............142

ServerGuide features .....................143

Setup and configuration overview ................144

Typical operating-system installation ...............144

Installing your operating system without using ServerGuide .......144

Using the Setup utility ......................145

Starting the Setup utility ....................145

Setup utility menu choices ...................145

Passwords .........................148

Using the Boot Manager program .................150

Starting the backup server firmware .................150

Using the integrated management module II .............150

Obtaining the IP address for the IMM2...............152

Logging on to the web interface .................152

Using the remote presence capability and blue-screen capture ......152

Using the embedded hypervisor ..................153

Configuring the Ethernet controller .................154

Enabling Features on Demand Ethernet software ............154

Enabling Features on Demand RAID software .............154

Configuring RAID arrays .....................155

IBM Advanced Settings Utility program................155

Updating IBM Systems Director ..................155

The UpdateXpress System Pack Installer...............156

Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance ..........157

Before you call ........................157

Using the documentation .....................157

Getting help and information from the World Wide Web .........157

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Software service and support ...................158

Hardware service and support ...................158

IBM Taiwan product service ....................158

Appendix B. Notices ......................159

Trademarks..........................159

Important notes ........................160

Particulate contamination.....................161

Documentation format ......................161

Electronic emission notices ....................162

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement ........162

Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement ........162

Avis de conformité à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada .......162

Australia and New Zealand Class A statement ............162

European Union EMC Directive conformance statement ........163

Germany Class A statement ..................163

Japan VCCI Class A statement .................164

Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA)

statement ........................164

Korea Communications Commission (KCC) statement .........164

Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class A statement ......165

People's Republic of China Class A electronic emission statement ....165

Taiwan Class A compliance statement ...............165

Index ............................167

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Safety

Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.

Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.

Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.

Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.

Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.

Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information.

Avant d'installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.

Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.

Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.

Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.

Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.

Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad.

Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.

Bu ürünü kurmadan önce güvenlik bilgilerini okuyun.

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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.

Attention: Use No. 26 AWG or larger UL-listed or CSA certified telecommunication line cord.

Safety ix

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

Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser 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.

Statement 6:

CAUTION: Do not place any objects on top of a rack-mounted device unless that rack-mounted device is intended for use as a shelf.

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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 12:

CAUTION: The following label indicates a hot surface nearby.

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.

Statement 27:

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CAUTION: Hazardous moving parts are nearby.

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Chapter 1. The System x3650 M4 server

This Installation and User's Guide contains instructions for setting up your IBM

System x3650 M4 Type 7915 server, instructions for installing optional devices, and instructions for starting and configuring the server. For diagnostic and troubleshooting information, see the Problem Determination and Service Guide that is on the IBM System x Documentation CD.

In addition to the instructions in Chapter 2, “Installing optional devices,” on page 31 for installing optional hardware devices, updating firmware and device drivers, and completing the installation, IBM Business Partners must also complete the steps in “Instructions for IBM Business Partners” on page 31.

The IBM System x3650 M4 Type 7915 server is a 2-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, see the Warranty Information document that comes with the server.

The server contains IBM X-Architecture

technologies, which help increase performance and reliability. For more information, see “What your server offers” on page 10 and “Reliability, availability, and serviceability features” on page 12.

You can obtain up-to-date information about the server and other IBM server products at http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/. At http://www.ibm.com/support/ mysupport/, you can create a personalized support page by identifying IBM products that are of interest to you. From this personalized page, you can subscribe to weekly e-mail notifications about new technical documents, search for information and downloads, and access various administrative services.

If you participate in the IBM client reference program, you can share information about your use of technology, best practices, and innovative solutions; build a professional network; and gain visibility for your business. For more information about the IBM client reference program, see http://www.ibm.com/ibm/ clientreference/.

If firmware and documentation updates are available, you can download them from the IBM website. The server might have features that are not described in the documentation that comes with the server, and the documentation might be updated occasionally to include information about those features, or technical updates might be available to provide additional information that is not included in the server documentation. To check for updates, go to http://www.ibm.com/supportportal/.

The server comes with either six 3.5-inch SATA or eight 2.5-inch SAS hot-swap hard disk drive bays. Most models contain a ServeRAID SAS controller and the

1. Racks are measured in vertical increments of 1.75 inches each. Each increment is called a “U”. A 1-U-high device is 1.75 inches tall.

2.5-inch models are capable of expansion to sixteen 2.5-inch SAS hot-swap hard disk drive bays.

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The following illustration shows a server with 3.5-inch SAS/SATA hot-swap hard disk drive bays.

SAS hard disk drive bays

012 345

The following illustration shows a server with six 3.5-inch SATA simple-swap hard disk drive bays.

SATA hard disk drive bays

012 345

The following illustration shows a server with eight 2.5-inch SAS hard disk drive bays.

SAS hard disk drive bays

01234567

You can purchase an optional kit to install the tape drive.

SAS hard disk drive bays

01234567

You can purchase an optional kit to install the eight additional 2.5-inch SAS hard disk drive bays.

SAS hard disk drive bays

01234567

8 9 10 1112131415

The SAS ID for each bay is printed on the server front, above each bay.

If firmware and documentation updates are available, you can download them from the IBM website. The server might have features that are not described in the

Chapter 1. The System x3650 M4 server 3

documentation that comes with the server, and the documentation might be updated occasionally to include information about those features, or technical updates might be available to provide additional information that is not included in the server documentation. To check for updates, go to http://www.ibm.com/supportportal/.

Record information about the server in the following table.

Product name IBM System x3650 M4 server Machine type 7915

Model number _____________________________________________ Serial number _____________________________________________

The model number and serial number are on the ID label on the bezel, as shown in the following illustration.

Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.

ID label

You can download an IBM ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD to help you configure the hardware, install device drivers, and install the operating system.

For a list of supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/ servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/.

See the Rack Installation Instructions document on the IBM Documentation CD for complete rack installation and removal instructions.

The IBM System x Documentation CD

The IBM System x Documentation CD contains documentation for your server in Portable Document Format (PDF) and includes the IBM Documentation Browser to help you find information quickly.

Hardware and software requirements

The IBM Documentation CD requires the following minimum hardware and software:

v Microsoft Windows XP, Windows 2000, or Red Hat Linux v 100 MHz microprocessor v 32 MB of RAM v Adobe Acrobat Reader 3.0 (or later) or xpdf, which comes with Linux operating

systems

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Using the Documentation Browser

Use the Documentation Browser to browse the contents of the CD, read brief descriptions of the documents, and view documents, using Adobe Acrobat Reader or xpdf. The Documentation Browser automatically detects the regional settings in use in your server and displays the documents in the language for that region (if available). If a document is not available in the language for that region, the English-language version is displayed.

Use one of the following procedures to start the Documentation Browser: v If Autostart is enabled, insert the CD into the CD or DVD drive. The

Documentation Browser starts automatically.

v If Autostart is disabled or is not enabled for all users, use one of the following

procedures: – If you are using a Windows operating system, insert the CD into the CD or

DVD drive and click Start --> Run.IntheOpen field, type

e:\win32.bat

where e is the drive letter of the CD or DVD drive, and click OK.

– If you are using Red Hat Linux, insert the CD into the CD or DVD drive; then,

run the following command from the /mnt/cdrom directory:

sh runlinux.sh

Select your server from the Product menu. The Available Topics list displays all the documents for your server. Some documents might be in folders. A plus sign (+) indicates each folder or document that has additional documents under it. Click the plus sign to display the additional documents.

When you select a document, a description of the document appears under Topic Description. To select more than one document, press and hold the Ctrl key while you select the documents. Click View Book to view the selected document or documents in Acrobat Reader or xpdf. If you selected more than one document, all the selected documents are opened in Acrobat Reader or xpdf.

To search all the documents, type a word or word string in the Search field and click Search. The documents in which the word or word string appears are listed in order of the most occurrences. Click a document to view it, and press Crtl+F to use the Acrobat search function, or press Alt+F to use the xpdf search function within the document.

Click Help for detailed information about using the Documentation Browser.

Related documentation

This Installation and User’s Guide contains general information about the server, including how to set up the server, how to install supported optional devices, and how to configure the server. The following documentation also comes with the server:

v Warranty Information

This printed document contains information about the terms of the warranty.

v Safety Information

This document is in PDF on the IBM Documentation CD. It contains translated caution and danger statements. Each caution and danger statement that appears

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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 Documentation CD. It contains information to help you solve problems yourself, and it contains information for service technicians.

v Environmental Notices and User Guide

This document is in PDF on the IBM Documentation CD. It contains translated environmental notices.

v IBM License Agreement for Machine Code

This document is in PDF on the IBM Documentation CD. It provides translated versions of the IBM License Agreement for Machine Code for your product.

v Licenses and Attributions Documents

This document is in PDF. It contains information about the open-source notices.

Depending on the server model, additional documentation might be included on the IBM System x Documentation CD.

The System x and BladeCenter Tools Center is an online information center that contains information about tools for updating, managing, and deploying firmware, device drivers, and operating systems. The System x and BladeCenter 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 you received 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 website. To check for updates, go to http://www.ibm.com/supportportal/.

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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 Documentation CD. Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in your language 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 might 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.

Features and specifications

The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the server. Depending on the 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.

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. The noise emission level stated is the declared (upper limit) sound power level, in bels, for a random sample of machines. All measurements are made in accordance with ISO 7779 and reported in conformance with ISO 9296.

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Table 1. Features and specifications

Microprocessor:

v Supports up to two Intel Xeon

series multi-core microprocessors (one installed)

v Level-3 cache v Two QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) links

speed up to 8 GT per second

Note:

v Use the Setup utility to determine the

type and speed of the microprocessors.

v For a list of supported microprocessors,

see http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/ serverproven/compat/us/.

Memory:

v Minimum: 2 GB v Maximum: 768 GB

– 64 GB using Unbuffered DIMMs

(UDIMMs)

– 384 GB using Registered DIMMs

(RDIMMs)

– 768 GB using Hyper Cloud DIMMs

(HCDIMMs)

– 768 GB using Load Reduced DIMMs

(LRDIMMs)

v Type:

– PC3-8500 (DDR3-1066), PC3-10600

(DDR3-1333), or PC3-12800

(DDR3-1600) – Single-rank, dual-rank, or quad-rank – Registered DIMM (RDIMM),

Unbuffered DIMM (UDIMM), Hyper

Cloud DIMMs (HCDIMM), or Load

Reduced DIMM (LRDIMM)

v Slots: 24 v Supports (depending on the model):

– 4 GB Unbuffered DIMMs – 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB

Registered DIMMs – 16 GB and 32 GB Hyper Cloud

DIMMs (HCDIMM) – 32 GB Load Reduced DIMMs

(LRDIMM)

SATA optical drives (optional):

v DVD-ROM v Multi-burner

Tape drive (optional):

v Tape drive bay

™

E5-2600

Integrated functions:

v Integrated Management Module II

(IMM2), which consolidates multiple management functions in a single chip.

v Intel I350AM4 Quad Port Gigabit

Ethernet controller with Wake on LAN support

v Eight Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0

ports (two front and four rear of the chassis, one internal used for USB tape drive, and one internal used for Hypervisor USB key)

v Six network ports (four 1 Gb Ethernet

ports on the system board and two additional ports when the optional IBM Dual-Port 10 Gb Network Daughter Card is installed)

v One System Management RJ-45 on

the rear to connect to a systems management network. This system management connector is dedicated to the IMM2 functions.

v One serial port v Two VGA adapters v Light path diagnostics panel

Note: In messages and documentation, the term service processor refers to the integrated management module II (IMM2).

PCI expansion slots:

Supports three kinds of PCI riser cards: v PCI riser-card assembly 1 (linked to

Microprocessor 1) – One PCI Express Gen3 x16

(full-height, full-length), one PCI Express Gen3 x8 (full-height, half-length)

– Three PCI Express Gen3 x8

(full-height, full-length) x 1, (full-height, half-length) x 2

– Two PCI-X (full-height, full-length) x

1, (full-height, half-length) x 1; one PCI Express (full-height, half-length)

v PCI riser-card assembly 2 (linked to

Microprocessor 2) – One PCI Express Gen3 x16

(full-height, full-length), one PCI Express Gen3 x8 (full-height, full-length)

– Three PCI Express Gen3 x8

(full-height, full-length) x 2, (full-height, half-length) x 1

– Two PCI-X (full-height, full-length) x

2, one PCI Express (full-height, half-length)

Hard disk drive expansion bays (depending on the model):

v Eight 2.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA hard

disk drive bays with option to add eight more 2.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA hard disk drive bays

v Six 3.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA hard

disk drive bays

v Six 3.5-inch simple-swap SATA hard disk

drive bays

Video controller (integrated into IMM2):

v Matrox G200eR2 (two analog ports - one

front and one rear that can be connected at the same time) Note: The maximum video resolution is 1600 x 1200 at 75 Hz. – SVGA compatible video controller – DDR3 528 SDRAM video memory

controller – Avocent Digital Video Compression – 16 MB of video memory (not

expandable)

ServeRAID controller (depending on the model):

v One on-board 8 ports SAS ServeRAID

M5110e that provides RAID levels 0, 1, and 10

v A ServeRAID M5110e SAS/SATA adapter

that provides RAID 0, 1, and 10. Optional upgrade:

– RAID 5/50 (Zero Cache) – RAID 5/50 (512 MB Cache) with

optional FoD RAID 6/60 and SED

upgrade – RAID 5/50 (512 MB Flash) with

optional FoD RAID 6/60 and SED

upgrade – RAID 5/50 (1 GB Flash) with optional

FoD RAID 6/60 and SED upgrade

Size (2U):

v Height: 86.5 mm (3.406 in.) v Depth: EIA flange to rear - 714 mm

(28.110 in.), Overall - 746 mm (29.370 in.)

v Width: With top cover - 445 mm (17.520

in.), With front bezel - 482.0 mm (18.976 in.)

v Weight: approximately 25 kg (55 lb) to 30

kg (65 lb) depending upon configuration

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Table 1. Features and specifications (continued)

Electrical input with hot-swap ac power supplies:

v Sine-wave input (50 - 60 Hz) required v Input voltage range automatically

selected

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 Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA)

approximately: – Minimum: 0.14 kVA – Maximum: 1.022 kVA

Notes:

1. Power consumption and heat output vary depending on the number and type of optional features installed and the power-management optional features in use.

9296.

Environment: compliant with ASHRAE class A3 specifications.

Server on: v Temperature:

– 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F) – Altitude: 0 to 950 m (3,117 ft);

decrease the maximum system temperature by 1°C for every 175-m increase in altitude.

v Maximum altitude: 3,050 m (10,000 ft),

5°C to 28°C (41°F to 82°F)

Attention:

– Intel E5-2690 with heat sink (part

number 94Y6695) and standard PCIe: Temperature: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F); Altitude: 0 to sea level

– Intel E5-2690 with heat sink (part

number 94Y6695) and one GPU (Quadro 2000/4000/6000): Temperature: 5°C to 30°C (41°F to 86°F); Altitude: 0 to sea level

– Intel E5-2690 with heat sink (part

number 81Y6697) and two GPUs (Quadro 2000/4000/6000): Temperature: 5°C to 25°C (41°F to 77°F); Altitude: 0 to sea level

– Intel E5-2634 with heat sink (part

number 94Y6695): Temperature: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F); Altitude: 0 to 914.4 m (3,000 ft)

– Intel E5-2637 with heat sink (part

number 69Y5270): Temperature: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F); Altitude: 0 to 914.4 m (3,000 ft)

v Humidity:

– Non-condensing: -12°C dew point

(10.4°F)

– Relative humidity: 8% to 85%

v Maximum dew point: 24°C (75°F) v Maximum rate of temperature change:

– Tape drives: 5°C/hr (41°F/hr) – Hard disk drives: 20°C/hr (68°F/hr)

Environment: (continued)

Server off:

v Temperature: 5°C to 45°C (41°F to 113°F) v Relative humidity: 8% to 85% v Maximum dew point: 27°C (80.6°F)

Storage (non-operating): v Temperature: 1°C to 60°C (33.8°F to

140.0°F)

v Maximum altitude: 3,050 m (10,000 ft) v Relative humidity: 5% to 80% v Maximum dew point: 29°C (84.2°F)

Shipment (non-operating): v Temperature: -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to

140.0°F)

v Maximum altitude: 10,700 m (35,105 ft) v Relative humidity: 5% to 100% v Maximum dew point: 29°C (84.2°F)

Particulate contamination: airborne particulates and reactive gases acting alone or in combination with other environmental factors such as humidity or temperature might pose a risk to the server. For information about the limits for particulates and gases, see “Particulate contamination” on page 161.

Hot-swap fans:

v One microprocessor: 3 dual-motor

hot-swap fans

v Two microprocessors: 4 dual-motor

hot-swap fans

Power supply:

v Up to two hot-swap power supplies for

redundancy support Maximum of two hot-swap power supplies

for redundancy support – 550-watt ac – 750-watt ac – 900-watt ac

Note: You cannot mix power supplies of different wattages in the server.

Acoustical noise emissions:

v Declared sound power, idle: 6.3 bel v Declared sound power, operating: greater

than 7.0 bel

Heat output:

Approximate heat output: v Minimum configuration: 419.68 Btu per

hour (AC 123 watts)

v Maximum configuration: 3480.24 Btu per

hour (AC 1020 watts)

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What your server offers

The server uses the following features and technologies:

v UEFI-compliant server firmware

IBM System x Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) 2.1 compliance, Active Energy Manager technology, enhanced RAS capabilities, and BIOS compatibility support. UEFI replaces the basic input/output system (BIOS) and defines a standard interface between the operating system, platform firmware, and external devices. UEFI-compliant System x servers are capable of booting UEFI-compliant operating systems, BIOS-based operating systems, and BIOS-based adapters as well as UEFI-compliant adapters.

Note: The server does not support DOS.

v Integrated Management Module II

The integrated management module II (IMM2) is the second generation of the IMM. The IMM2 is the common management controller for IBM System x hardware. The IMM2 consolidates multiple management functions in a single chip on the server system board.

Some of the features that are unique to the IMM2 are enhanced performance, expanded compatibility with blade servers, higher-resolution remote video, expanded security options, and Feature on Demand enablement for hardware and firmware options.

For additional information, see “Using the integrated management module II” on page 150.

v Multi-core processing

The server supports up to two Intel Xeon microprocessors. The server comes with only one microprocessor installed.

v IBM Systems Director CD

IBM Systems Director is a workgroup-hardware-management tool that you can use to centrally manage System x and xSeries see the IBM Systems Director documentation on the IBM Systems Director CD and “IBM Systems Director” on page 14.

v IBM Dynamic System Analysis Preboot diagnostics programs

The Dynamic System Analysis (DSA) Preboot diagnostics programs are stored on the integrated USB memory. It collects and analyzes system information to aid in diagnosing server problems. The diagnostic programs collect the following information about the server:

– System configuration – Network interfaces and settings – Installed hardware – Light path diagnostics status – Service processor status and configuration – Vital product data, firmware, and UEFI (formerly BIOS) configuration – Hard disk drive health – RAID controller configuration – Event logs for ServeRAID controllers and service processors The diagnostic programs create a merged log that includes events from all

collected logs. The information is collected into a file that you can send to IBM

Server Firmware offers several features, including Unified

™

E5-2600 series multi-core

servers. For more information,

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service and support. Additionally, you can view the information locally through a generated text report file. You can also copy the log to a removable media and view the log from a Web browser.

For additional information about DSA Preboot diagnostics, see the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM Documentation CD

v Active Energy Manager

The IBM Active Energy Manager solution is an IBM Systems Director plug-in that measures and reports server power consumption as it occurs. This enables you to monitor power consumption in correlation to specific software application programs and hardware configurations. You can obtain the measurement values through the systems-management interface and view them, using IBM Systems Director. For more information, including the required levels of IBM Systems Director and Active Energy Manager, see the IBM Systems Director documentation on the IBM Systems Director CD, or see http://www.ibm.com/ servers/systems/management/director/resources/.

v IBM X-Architecture technology

IBM X-Architecture technology combines proven, innovative IBM designs to make your Intel-processor-based server powerful, scalable, and reliable. For more information, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/xseries/xarchitecture/ enterprise/index.html.

™

– Active

The Active Memory

Memory

™

feature improves the reliability of memory through memory mirroring. Memory mirroring mode replicates and stores data on two pairs of DIMMs within two channels simultaneously. If a failure occurs, the memory controller switches from the primary pair of memory DIMMs to the backup pair of DIMMs. For more information about installing DIMMs for memory mirroring, see “Installing a memory module” on page 107.

– Large system-memory capacity

The memory bus supports up to 192 GB of system memory when registered DIMMs are installed. The server supports up to 48 GB if unbuffered DIMMs are installed. The memory controller supports error correcting code (ECC) for up to 18 industry-standard PC3-10600R-999, 800, 1067, and 1333 MHz, DDR3 (third-generation double-data-rate), synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs).

v IBM ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD

The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, which you can download from the web, 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 142.

v Integrated network support

The server comes with an integrated dual-port Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet controller, which supports connection to a 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbps network. For more information, see “Configuring the Ethernet controller” on page

154.

v Integrated Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

This integrated security chip performs cryptographic functions and stores private and public secure keys. It provides the hardware support for the Trusted Computing Group (TCG) specification. You can download the software to support the TCG specification, when the software is available. See http://www.ibm.com/

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servers/eserver/xseries/scalable_family.html for details about the TPM implementation. You can enable TPM support through the Setup utility under the System Security menu option.

v Large data-storage and hot-swap capability

The server supports up to eight or sixteen 2.5-inch, or six 3.5inch hot-swap hard disk drives in the hot-swap bays (depending on the model and optional devices installed). With the hot-swap feature, you can add, remove, or replace hard disk drives without turning off the server.

v Light path diagnostics

Light path diagnostics provides LEDs to help you diagnose problems. For more information about the light path diagnostics, see “Operator information panel” on page 16 and the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD.

v PCI adapter capabilities

The server has six PCI interface slots which can support PCI Express or PCI-X adapters through an optional PCI riser card. See “Installing a PCI adapter” on page 60 for detailed information.

v Redundant cooling and optional power capabilities

The server supports a maximum of two 750-watt or 900-watt hot-swap power supplies and up to four dual-motor hot-swap fans, which provide redundancy and hot-swap capability for a typical configuration. The redundant cooling by the fans in the server enables continued operation if one of the fans fails. The server comes with one 550-watt, 750-watt, or 900-watt hot-swap power supply and three fans.

You must install the fourth fan when you install the second microprocessor in the server. You can order the second optional power supply for power redundancy.

Note: You cannot mix different watts of power supplies in the server.

v On-board SAS RAID support

The on-board 8 ports SAS RAID controller provides hardware redundant array of independent disks (RAID) support to create configurations. The standard on-board RAID provides RAID levels 0, 1, and 10.

v Systems-management capabilities

The server comes with an integrated management module II (IMM2). When the IMM2 is used with the systems-management software that comes with the server, you can manage the functions of the server locally and remotely. The IMM2 also provides system monitoring, event recording, and network alert capability. The system-management connector on the rear of the server is dedicated to the IMM2. The dedicated system-management connector provides additional security by physically separating the management network traffic from the production network. You can use the Setup utility to configure the server to use a dedicated systems-management network or a shared network.

Reliability, availability, and serviceability features

Three important computer 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 3-year parts and 3-year labor limited warranty for machine type 7915 v Automatic error retry and recovery

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v Automatic restart on nonmaskable interrupt (NMI) v Automatic restart after a power failure v Backup basic input/output system switching under the control of the Integrated

Management Module II (IMM2)

v Built-in monitoring for fan, power, temperature, voltage, and power-supply

redundancy

v Cable-presence detection on most connectors v Chipkill memory protection v Diagnostic support for ServeRAID and Ethernet adapters v Error codes and messages v Error correcting code (ECC) L2 cache and system memory v Hot-swap cooling fans with speed-sensing capability v Hot-swap hard disk drives v Information and light path diagnostics LED panels v Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) v Menu-driven setup, system configuration, and redundant array of independent

disks (RAID) configuration programs

v Microprocessor built-in self-test (BIST), internal error signal monitoring,

configuration checking, and microprocessor and voltage regulator module failure identification through light path diagnostics

v Memory mirroring support (memory mirroring are mutually exclusive of each

other)

v Parity checking or CRC checking on the serially-attached SCSI (SAS) bus and

PCI buses

v Power management: compliance with Advanced Configuration and Power

Interface (ACPI)

v Power-on self-test (POST) v Predictive Failure Analysis (PFA) alerts on memory, SAS/SATA hard disk drives,

fans, and power supplies

v Redundant hot-swap power supplies and redundant dual-motor hot-swap fans v Redundant Network Interface Card (NIC) support v Remind button to temporarily turn off the system-error LED v Remote system problem-determination support v ROM-based diagnostics v ROM checksums v Serial Presence Detection (SPD) on memory, VPD, power supply, and hard disk

drives backplane

v Single-DIMM isolation of excessive correctable error or multi-bit error by the

Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI)

v Standby voltage for system-management features and monitoring v Startup (boot) from LAN through remote initial program load (RIPL) or dynamic

host configuration protocol/boot protocol (DHCP/BOOTP)

v System auto-configuring from the configuration menu v System-error logging (POST and IMM2) v Systems-management monitoring through the Inter-Integrated Circuit (I

C) bus

v Upgradeable POST, Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI), diagnostics,

IMM2 firmware, and read-only memory (ROM) resident code, locally or over the LAN

v Vital product data (VPD) on microprocessors, system board, power supplies, and

SAS/SATA (hot-swap hard disk drive) backplane

v Wake on LAN capability

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IBM Systems Director

IBM Systems Director is a platform-management foundation that streamlines the way you manage physical and virtual systems in a heterogeneous environment. By using industry standards, IBM Systems Director supports multiple operating systems and virtualization technologies in IBM and non-IBM x86 platforms.

Through a single user interface, IBM Systems Director provides consistent views for viewing managed systems, determining how these systems relate to one other, and identifying their statuses, helping to correlate technical resources with business needs. A set of common tasks that are included with IBM Systems Director provides many of the core capabilities that are required for basic management, which means instant out-of-the-box business value. The common tasks include the following:

v Discovery v Inventory v Configuration v System health v Monitoring v Updates v Event notification v Automation for managed systems

The IBM Systems Director Web and command-line interfaces provide a consistent interface that is focused on driving these common tasks and capabilities:

v Discovering, navigating, and visualizing systems on the network with the detailed

inventory and relationships to the other network resources

v Notifying users of problems that occur on systems and the ability to isolate the

sources of the problems

v Notifying users when systems need updates and distributing and installing

updates on a schedule

v Analyzing real-time data for systems and setting critical thresholds that notify the

administrator of emerging problems

v Configuring settings of a single system and creating a configuration plan that can

apply those setting to multiple systems

v Updating installed plug-ins to add new features and functions to the base

capabilities

v Managing the life cycles of virtual resources

For more information about IBM Systems Director, see the IBM Systems Director Information Center at http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/director/v6r1x/ index.jsp?topic=/director_6.1/fqm0_main.html and the Systems Management web page at http://www.ibm.com/systems/management/, which presents an overview of IBM Systems Management and IBM Systems Director.

The UpdateXpress System Pack Installer

The UpdateXpress System Pack Installer detects supported and installed device drivers and firmware in the server and installs available updates. For additional information and to download the UpdateXpress System Pack Installer, go to the ToolsCenter for System x and BladeCenter at, go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/ support/supportsite.wss/docdisplay?lndocid=SERV-XPRESS&brandind=5000008.

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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.

Front view

The following illustration shows the controls, LEDs, and connectors on the front of the 2.5-inch SAS/SATA hot-swap hard disk drive server model.

Hard disk drive activity LED (green)

Hard disk drive status LED (amber)

USB 2 connector

USB 1 connector

Video connector

Operator information panel

CD/DVD drive (optical drive)

Rack release latch

Hard disk drive bays

Bay 7Bay 0

Tape drive (optional)

CD/DVD drive activity LED

CD/DVD eject button

Rack release latch

The following illustration shows the 3.5-inch SAS/SATA hot-swap hard disk drive server model.

SAS hard disk drive bays

012 345

The following illustration shows the 3.5-inch SATA simple-swap hard disk drive server model.

SATA hard disk drive bays

012 345

Hard disk drive activity LED: Each hard disk drive has an activity LED. When this LED is flashing, it indicates that the drive is in use.

Hard disk drive status LED: Each hard disk drive has a status LED. When this LED is lit, it indicates that the drive has failed. When this LED is flashing slowly (one flash per second), it indicates that the drive is being rebuilt as part of a RAID configuration. When the LED is flashing rapidly (three flashes per second), it indicates that the controller is identifying the drive.

Video connector: Connect a monitor to this connector. The video connectors on the front and rear of the server can be used simultaneously.

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USB connectors: Connect a USB device, such as USB mouse, keyboard, or other USB device, to either of these connectors.

Operator information panel: This panel contains controls, light-emitting diodes (LEDs), and connectors. For information about the controls and LEDs on the operator information panel, see “Operator information panel.”

Rack release latches: Press these latches to release the server from the rack.

Optional CD/DVD-eject button: Press this button to release a CD or DVD from the

CD-RW/DVD drive.

Optional CD/DVD drive activity LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that the CD-RW/DVD drive is in use.

Operator information panel

The following illustration shows the controls and LEDs on the operator information panel.

The following controls and LEDs are on the operator information panel: v Power-control button and power-on LED: Press this button to turn the server

on and off manually. The states of the power-on LED are as follows:

Off: Power is not present or the power supply, or the LED itself has failed. Flashing rapidly (4 times per second): The server is turned off and is not

ready to be turned on. The power-control button is disabled. This will last approximately 5 to 10 seconds.

Flashing slowly (once per second): The server is turned off and is ready to be turned on. You can press the power-control button to turn on the server.

Lit: The server is turned on.

v Ethernet activity LEDs: When any of these LEDs is lit, they indicate that the

server is transmitting to or receiving signals from the Ethernet LAN that is connected to the Ethernet port that corresponds to that LED.

v System-locator button/LED: Use this blue LED to visually locate the server

among other servers. A system-locator LED is also on the rear of the server. This LED is used as a presence detection button as well. You can use IBM Systems Director or IMM2 web interface to light this LED remotely. This LED is controlled by the IMM2. The locator button is pressed to visually locate the server among the others servers.

v Check log LED: When this yellow LED is lit, it indicates that a system error has

occurred. Check the error log for additional information. See the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the System x Documentation CD for more information about error logs.

v System-error LED: When this yellow LED is lit, it indicates that a system error

has occurred. A system-error LED is also on the rear of the server. An LED on

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the light path diagnostics panel on the operator information panel or on the system board is also lit to help isolate the error. This LED is controlled by the IMM2.

Light path diagnostics panel

The light path diagnostics panel is located on the top of the operator information panel.

Note: The system service label on the underside of the cover also provides information about the location of the light path diagnostics LEDs.

To access the light path diagnostics panel, press the blue release latch on the operator information panel. Pull forward on the panel until the hinge of the operator information panel is free of the server chassis. Then pull down on the panel, so that you can view the light path diagnostics panel information.

Operator information panel

Light path diagnostics LEDs

Release latch

The following illustration shows the controls and LEDs on the light path diagnostics panel.

Checkpoint Code

Remind

Reset

Light Path Diagnostics

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v Remind button: This button places the system-error LED/check log LED on the

front information panel into Remind mode. In Remind mode, the system-error LED flashes every 2 seconds until the problem is corrected, the system is restarted, or a new problem occurs.

By placing the system-error LED indicator in Remind mode, you acknowledge that you are aware of the last failure but will not take immediate action to correct the problem. The remind function is controlled by the IMM2.

v Reset button: Press this button to reset the server and run the power-on

self-test (POST). You might have to use a pen or the end of a straightened paper clip to press the button. The Reset button is in the lower right-hand corner of the light path diagnostics panel.

Light path diagnostics LEDs: The following table describes the LEDs on the light path diagnostics panel and suggested actions to correct the detected problems.

Table 2. Light path diagnostics panel LEDs

v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem

is solved.

v If an action step is preceded by "(Trained technician only)," that step must be performed only by a trained

technician.

LED Description Action

Check log LED An error has occurred and cannot

be isolated without performing certain procedures.

System-error LED

PS When only the PS LED is lit, a

An error has occurred.

power supply has failed.

PS + CONFIG When both the PS and CONFIG LEDs are lit, the power supply configuration is invalid.

1. Check the IMM2 system event log and the system-error log for information about the error.

2. Save the log if necessary and clear the log afterwards.

1. Check the light path diagnostics LEDs and follow the instructions.

2. Check the IMM2 system event log and the system-error log for information about the error.

3. Save the log if necessary and clear the log afterwards.

The system might detect a power supply error. Complete the following steps to correct the problem:

1. Check the power-supply with a lit yellow LED (see “Power-supply LEDs” on page 25).

2. Make sure that the power supplies are seated correctly and plugged in a good AC outlet.

3. Remove one of the power supplies to isolate the failed power supply.

4. Make sure that both power supplies installed in the server are of the same AC input voltage.

5. Replace the failed power supply (see “Installing a hot-swap ac power supply” on page 115).

If the PS LED and the CONFIG LED are lit, the system issues an invalid power configuration error. Make sure that both power supplies installed in the server are of the same rating or wattage.

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Table 2. Light path diagnostics panel LEDs (continued)

v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem

is solved.

v If an action step is preceded by "(Trained technician only)," that step must be performed only by a trained

technician.

LED Description Action

OVER SPEC The system consumption reaches

the power supply over-current protection point or the power supplies are damaged.

1. If the Pwr Rail (A, B, C, D, E, F, G, and H) error was not detected, complete the following steps:

a. Use the IBM Power Configurator utility to determine

current system power consumption. For more information and to download the utility, go to http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/bladecenter/resources/ powerconfig.html.

b. Replace the failed power supply (see “Installing a

hot-swap ac power supply” on page 115).

2. If the Pwr Rail (A, B, C, D, E, F, G, and H) error was also detected, follow actions in the "Power problems" under the Troubleshooting tables and "Solving power problems" in the Problem Determination and Service Guide.

PCI An error has occurred on a PCI

card, a PCI bus, or on the system board. An additional LED is lit next to a failing PCI slot.

1. If the CONFIG LED is not lit, complete the following steps to correct the problem:

a. Check the riser-card LEDs, the ServeRAID error LED,

and the optional network adapter error LED to identify the component that caused the error.

b. Check the system-error log for information about the

error.

c. If you cannot isolate the failing component by using

the LEDs and the information in the system-error log, remove one component at a time; and restart the server after each component is removed.

d. Replace the following components, in the order shown,

restarting the server each time:

v PCI riser cards v ServeRAID adapter v Optional network adapter v (Trained technician only) System board

e. If the failure remains, go to http://www.ibm.com/

systems/support/supportsite.wss/ docdisplay?brandind=5000008&lndocid=SERV-CALL.

2. If the PCI LED and the CONFIG LED are lit, complete the following steps to correct the problem:

a. Check the microprocessor installed is Intel E5-2690. b. Remove the high-power (>25 Watt) adapter. c. Check the system-error logs for information about the

error. Replace any component that is identified in the error log.

NMI A nonmaskable interrupt has

occurred, or the NMI button was pressed.

1. Check the system-error log for information about the error.

2. Restart the server.

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Table 2. Light path diagnostics panel LEDs (continued)

v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem

is solved.

v If an action step is preceded by "(Trained technician only)," that step must be performed only by a trained

technician.

LED Description Action

CONFIG A hardware configuration error

has occurred.

LINK Reserved.

1. If the CONFIG LED and the PS LED are lit, the system issues an invalid power configuration error. Make sure that both power supplies installed in the server are of the same rating or wattage.

2. If the CONFIG LED and the PCI LED are lit, check the system-error logs for information about the error. Replace any component that is identified in the error log.

3. If the CONFIG LED and the CPU LED are lit, complete the following steps to correct the problem:

a. Check the microprocessors that were just installed to

make sure that they are compatible with each other (see “Installing a second microprocessor and heat sink” on page 101 for additional information about microprocessor requirements).

b. (Trained technician only) Replace the incompatible

microprocessor.

c. Check the system-error logs for information about the

error. Replace any component that is identified in the error log.

4. If the CONFIG LED and the MEM LED are lit, check the system-event log in the Setup utility or IMM2 error messages (see the Problem Determination and Service Guide for more information).

5. If the CONFIG LED and the HDD LED are lit, check the system-error logs for information about the error. Replace any component that is identified in the error log.

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Table 2. Light path diagnostics panel LEDs (continued)

v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem

is solved.

v If an action step is preceded by "(Trained technician only)," that step must be performed only by a trained

technician.

LED Description Action

CPU When only the CPU LED is lit, a

microprocessor has failed. When both the CPU and CONFIG LEDs are lit, the microprocessor configuration is invalid.

1. If the CONFIG LED is not lit, a microprocessor failure occurs, complete the following steps:

a. (Trained technician only) Make sure that the failing

microprocessor and its heat sink, which are indicated by a lit LED on the system board, are installed correctly. See “Installing a second microprocessor and heat sink” on page 101 for information about installation and requirements.

b. (Trained technician only) Replace the failing

microprocessor (see “Installing a second microprocessor and heat sink” on page 101).

c. For more information, go to http://www.ibm.com/

systems/support/supportsite.wss/ docdisplay?brandind=5000008&lndocid=SERV-CALL.

2. If the CONFIG LED and the CPU LED are lit, the system issues an invalid microprocessor configuration error. Complete the following steps to correct the problem:

a. Check the microprocessors that were just installed to

make sure that they are compatible with each other (see “Installing a second microprocessor and heat sink” on page 101 for additional information about microprocessor requirements).

b. (Trained technician only) Replace the incompatible

microprocessor.

c. Check the system-error logs for information about the

error. Replace any component that is identified in the error log.

MEM When only the MEM LED is lit, a

memory error has occurred. When both the MEM and CONFIG LEDs are lit, the memory configuration is invalid.

Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you must disconnect the server from the power source; then, wait 10 seconds before restarting the server.

1. If the CONFIG LED is not lit, the system might detect a memory error. Complete the following steps to correct the problem:

a. Update the server firmware to the latest level (see the

Problem Determination and Service Guide for more

information). b. Reseat or swap the DIMMs. c. Check the system-event log in the Setup utility or IMM

error messages (see the Problem Determination and

Service Guide for more information). d. Replace the failing DIMM (see “Installing a memory

module” on page 107).

2. If the MEM LED and the CONFIG LED are lit, check the system-event log in the Setup utility or IMM error messages (see the Problem Determination and Service Guide for more information).

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Table 2. Light path diagnostics panel LEDs (continued)

v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem

is solved.

v If an action step is preceded by "(Trained technician only)," that step must be performed only by a trained

technician.

LED Description Action

TEMP The system or the system

component temperature has exceeded a threshold level. A failing fan can cause the TEMP LED to be lit.

FAN A fan has failed, is operating too

slowly, or has been removed. The TEMP LED might also be lit.

BOARD An error has occurred on the

system board.

1. Make sure that the heat sink is seated correctly.

2. Determine whether a fan has failed. If it has, replace it.

3. Make sure that the room temperature is not too high. See “Features and specifications” on page 7 for the server temperature information.

4. Make sure that the air vents are not blocked.

5. Make sure that the heat sink, the fan on the adapter, or the optional network adapter is seated correctly. If the fan has failed, replace it.

6. If the failure remains, go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/ support/supportsite.wss/docdisplay?brandind=5000008 &lndocid=SERV-CALL.

1. Reseat the failing fan, which is indicated by a lit LED near the fan connector on the system board.

2. Replace the failing fan (see “Installing a dual-motor hot-swap fan” on page 124).

1. Check the LEDs on the system board to identify the component that caused the error. The BOARD LED can be lit due to any of the following reasons:

v Battery v (Trained technician only) System board

2. Check the system-error log for information about the error.

3. Replace the failing component:

v Battery v (Trained technician only) System board

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Table 2. Light path diagnostics panel LEDs (continued)

v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem

is solved.

v If an action step is preceded by "(Trained technician only)," that step must be performed only by a trained

technician.

LED Description Action

HDD A hard disk drive has failed or is

missing.

1. If the CONFIG LED is not lit, complete the following steps to correct the problem:

a. Check the LEDs on the hard disk drives for the drive

with a lit status LED and reseat the hard disk drive. b. Reseat the hard disk drive backplane. c. For more information, see the “Hard disk drive

problems” under the Troubleshooting tables in the

Problem Determination and Service Guide. d. If the error remains, replace the following components

one at a time, in the order listed, restarting the server

after each:

1) Replace the hard disk drive.

2) Replace the hard disk drive backplane.

e. If the problem remains, go to http://www.ibm.com/

systems/support/supportsite.wss/

docdisplay?brandind=5000008&lndocid=SERV-CALL.

2. If the HDD LED and the CONFIG LED are lit, complete the following steps to correct the problem:

a. Check the microprocessor installed is Intel E5-2690. If

it is, check the 2.5-inch hard disk drives installed is lesser than eight.

b. Check the system-error logs for information about the

error. Replace any component that is identified in the error log.

Rear view

The following illustration shows the connectors on the rear of the server.

Ethernet1 (shared system management ethernet)

System-management (ethernet)(dedicated)

Ethernet2 Ethernet3 Ethernet4

Video Serial

10G ethernet (with optional 10G ethernet card)

USB5USB3 USB4 USB6 NMI

Power supply 2

Power supply 1

button

Ethernet connectors: Use either of these connectors to connect the server to a network. When you enable shared Ethernet for IMM2 in the Setup utility, you can access the IMM2 using either the Ethernet 1 or the system-management Ethernet (default) connector. See “Using the Setup utility” on page 145 for more information.

Power-cord connector: Connect the power cord to this connector.

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USB connectors: Connect a USB device, such as USB mouse, keyboard, or other USB device, to any of these connectors.

Serial connector: Connect a 9-pin serial device to this connector. The serial port is shared with the integrated management module II (IMM2). The IMM2 can take control of the shared serial port to redirect serial traffic, using Serial over LAN (SOL).

Video connector: Connect a monitor to this connector. The video connectors on the front and rear of the server can be used simultaneously.

Note: The maximum video resolution is 1600 x 1200 at 75 Hz.

Systems-management Ethernet connector: Use this connector to connect the

server to a network for full systems-management information control. This connector is used only by the integrated baseboard management controller (iBMC). A dedicated management network provides additional security by physically separating the management network traffic from the production network. You can use the Setup utility to configure the server to use a dedicated systems management network or a shared network.

The following illustration shows the LEDs on the rear of the server.

Ethernet link LED

Ethernet activity LED

Power-on LED (green)

System-error LED (amber)

Locator LED (blue)

The following illustration shows the LEDs on a dc power supply.

AC power LED (green)

DC power LED (green)

Power-supply error LED (amber)

Ethernet activity LEDs: When these LEDs are lit, they indicate that the server is transmitting to or receiving signals from the Ethernet LAN that is connected to the Ethernet port.

Ethernet link LEDs: When these LEDs are lit, they indicate that there is an active link connection on the 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 1000BASE-TX interface for the Ethernet port.

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AC power LED: Each hot-swap power supply has an ac power LED and a dc power LED. When the ac power LED is lit, it indicates that sufficient power is coming into the power supply through the power cord. During typical operation, both the ac and dc power LEDs are lit. For any other combination of LEDs, see the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM Documentation CD.

DC power LED: Each hot-swap power supply has a dc power LED and an ac power LED. When the dc power LED is lit, it indicates that the power supply is supplying adequate dc power to the system. During typical operation, both the ac and dc power LEDs are lit. For any other combination of LEDs, see the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM Documentation CD.

IN OK power LED: Each hot-swap dc power supply has an IN OK power LED. When the IN OK power LED is lit, it indicates that sufficient power is coming into the power supply through the power cord. During typical operation, both the IN OK and OUT OK power LEDs are lit. For any other combination of LEDs, see the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD.

OUT OK power LED: Each hot-swap dc power supply has an OUT OK power LED. When the OUT OK power LED is lit, it indicates that the power supply is supplying adequate dc power to the system. During typical operation, both the IN OK and OUT OK power LEDs are lit. For any other combination of LEDs, see the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD.

Power-supply error LED: When the power-supply error LED is lit, it indicates that the power supply has failed.

Note: Power supply 1 is the default/primary power supply. If power supply 1 fails, you must replace the power supply immediately.

System-error LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that a system error has occurred. An LED on the light path diagnostics panel is also lit to help isolate the error. This LED is the same as the system-error LED on the front of the server.

Locator LED: Use this LED to visually locate the server among other servers. You can use IBM Systems Director to light this LED remotely. This LED is the same as the system-locator LED on the front of the server.

Power-on LED: When this LED is lit and not flashing, it indicates that the server is turned on. The states of the power-on LED are as follows:

Off: Power is not present, or the power supply or the LED itself has failed. Flashing rapidly (4 times per second): The server is turned off and is not

ready to be turned on. The power-control button is disabled. This will last approximately 5 to 10 seconds.

Flashing slowly (once per second): The server is turned off and is ready to be turned on. You can press the power-control button to turn on the server.

Lit: The server is turned on.

Power-supply LEDs

The following illustration shows the power-supply LEDs on the rear of the server. For more information about solving power-supply problems, see the Problem Determination and Service Guide.

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The following table describes the problems that are indicated by various combinations of the power-supply LEDs and the power-on LED on the operator information panel and suggested actions to correct the detected problems.

AC power-supply LEDs

Description Action NotesAC DC Error (!)

On On Off Normal operation. Off Off Off No ac power to the

server or a problem with the ac power source.

Off Off On The power supply

has failed.

Off On Off The power supply

has failed.

Off On On The power supply

has failed.

1. Check the ac power to the server.

2. Make sure that the power cord is connected to a functioning power source.

3. Restart the server. If the error remains, check the power-supply LEDs.

4. If the problem remains, replace the power-supply.

Replace the power supply.

AC power LED (green)

DC power LED (green)

Power-supply error LED (amber)

This is a normal condition when no ac power is present.

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AC power-supply LEDs

Description Action NotesAC DC Error (!)

On Off Off Power-supply not

fully seated, faulty system board, or the power supply has failed.

On Off On The power supply

has failed.

On On On The power supply

has failed.

1. Reseat the power supply.

2. Follow actions in the “Power problems” under the Troubleshooting tables in the

Problem Determination and Service Guide.

3. If the OVER SPEC LED on the light path diagnostics is lit, follow the actions in “Light path diagnostics LEDs” on page 18.

4. If the OVER SPEC LED on the light path diagnostics is not lit, check the error LEDs on the system board and the IMM2 error messages. Follow steps in the “Power problems” under the Troubleshooting tables in the

Problem Determination and Service Guide and “Solving

Power problems” in the

Problem Determination and Service Guide until the

problem is solved.

Replace the power supply.

Typically indicates a power-supply is not fully seated.

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 integrated management module II (IMM2) is shut down; however, the server can respond to requests from IMM2, such as a remote request to turn on the server. The power-on LED flashes to indicate that the server is connected to an ac power source but is not turned on.

Turning on the server

Approximately 5 seconds after the server is connected to power, one or more fans might start running to provide cooling while the server is connected to power and the power-on button LED will blink quickly. Approximately 5 to 10 seconds after the server is connected to power, the power-control button becomes active (the power-on LED will blink slowly), and one or more fans might start running to provide cooling while the server is connected to power. You can turn on the server 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 Wake on LAN feature, the Wake on LAN

feature can turn on the server.

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Notes:

1. When 4 GB or more of memory (physical or logical) is installed, some 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 options.

2. Ethernet 1 connector supports Wake on LAN feature.

3. When you turn on the server with the graphical adapters installed, the IBM logo displays on the screen after approximately 3 minutes. This is normal operation while the system loads.

Turning off the server

When you turn off the server and leave it connected to power, the server can respond to requests to the service processor, such as a remote request to turn on the server. While the server remains connected to 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.

Statement 5:

The server can be turned off in any of the following ways: v You can turn off the server from the operating system, if your operating system

supports this feature. After an orderly shutdown of the operating system, the server will turn off automatically.

v You can press the power-control button to start an orderly shutdown of the

operating system and turn off the server, if your operating system supports this feature.

v If the operating system stops functioning, you can press and hold the

power-control button for more than 4 seconds to turn off the server.

v The server can be turned off by Wake on LAN feature with the following

limitation:

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Note: When you install any PCI adapter, the power cords must be disconnected from the power source before you remove the PCI Express riser-card assembly and the PCI-X riser-card assembly. Otherwise, the Wake on LAN feature might not work.

v The integrated management module II (IMM2) can turn off the server as an

automatic response to a critical system failure.

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Chapter 2. Installing optional devices

This chapter provides detailed instructions for installing optional hardware devices in the server.

Instructions for IBM Business Partners

In addition to the instructions in this chapter for installing optional hardware devices, updating firmware and device drivers, and completing the installation, IBM Business Partners must also complete the following steps:

1. After you have confirmed that the server starts correctly and recognizes the newly installed devices and that no error LEDs are lit, run the Dynamic System Analysis (DSA) stress tests. For information about using DSA, see the Problem Determination and Service Guide.

2. Shut down and restart the server multiple times to ensure that the server is correctly configured and functions correctly with the newly installed devices.

3. Save the DSA log as a file and send it to IBM. For information about transferring data and logs, see http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/ index.jsp?topic=/dsa/dsa_main.html.

4. To ship the server, repackage it in the original undamaged packing material and observe IBM procedures for shipping.

Support information for IBM Business Partners is available at http://www.ibm.com/ partnerworld/.

How to send DSA data to IBM

Before you send diagnostic data to IBM, read the terms of use at http://www.ibm.com/de/support/ecurep/terms.html.

You can use any of the following methods to send diagnostic data to IBM:

v Standard upload: http://www.ibm.com/de/support/ecurep/send_http.html v Standard upload with the system serial number: http://www.ecurep.ibm.com/

app/upload_hw

v Secure upload: http://www.ibm.com/de/support/ecurep/send_http.html#secure v Secure upload with the system serial number: https://www.ecurep.ibm.com/

app/upload_hw

Server components

The following illustrations show the major components in the server.

Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.

Remote battery

Air baffle

cover

PCI riser-card assembly

Fan bracket

Battery holder

Battery tray

SAS hard disk drive backplane

Tape drive

Fans

4-drive filler panel

Heat sink

Microprocessor

Heat sink retention module

DIMM

System board

Power supply filler panel

Operator information panel

Power supply

DVD drive optional()

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Tape drive filler panel

Front bezel

System-board internal connectors

The following illustration shows the internal connectors on the system board.

NMI button

Video card power connector 1

USB hypenisor connector

Power signal connector (2nd power supply to system board)

PCI riser connector 2

10G Ethernet connector

Battery

PCI riser connector 1

SAS 1

SAS 0

RAID upgrade connector

Optial disk drive connector

Power supply connector (2nd power supply to system board)

Microprocessor 2

DIMM connectors

SAS/SATA backplane config connector 1

Fan 4 connector

SAS/SATA backplane power connector

Video card power connector 2

Fan 3 connector

Fan 2 connector

Tape drive power connector

SAS/SATA backplane config connector 2

Front USB connector

Operator information panel connector

USB tape drive connector

Microprocessor 1

Front video connector

Fan 1 connector

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System-board external connectors

The following illustration shows the external input/output connectors on the system board.

USB 3 - 6 connectors

Serial connector

Video connector

Dedicated systemsmanagement Ethernet connector

Ethernet 4 connector

Ethernet 3 connector

Ethernet 2 connector

Ethernet 1 connector

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System-board switches and jumpers

The following illustration shows the location and description of the switches and jumpers.

Note: If there is a clear protective sticker on the top of the switch blocks, you must remove and discard it to access the switches.

The default positions for the UEFI and the IMM recovery jumpers are pins 1 and 2.

UEFI boot backup jumper(JP2)

CMOS clear jumper (JP1)

System TPM physical presence jumper(JP20)

The following table describes the jumpers on the system board.

Table 3. System board jumpers

Jumper number Jumper name Jumper setting

JP1 CMOS clear jumper

v Pins 1 and 2: Normal (default). v Pins 2 and 3: Clears the real-time

clock (RTC) registry.

JP2 UEFI boot backup jumper

v Pins 1 and 2: Normal (default).

Loads the primary server firmware ROM page.

v Pins 2 and 3: Loads the secondary

(backup) server firmware ROM page.

JP20 System TPM physical

presence jumper

v Pins 1 and 2: Normal (default). v Pins 2 and 3: Indicates a physical

presence to the system TPM.

Note: Changing the position of the UEFI boot recovery jumper from pins 1 and 2 to pins 2 and 3 before the server is turned on alters which flash ROM page is loaded. Do not change the jumper pin position after the server is turned on. This can cause an unpredictable problem.

The following table describes the functions of the SW3 switch block on the system board.

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Table 4. System board SW3 switch block definition

Switch number Default position Description

1 Off Reserved. 2 Off Reserved. 3 Off Power-on override. When this switch is toggled to

On and then to Off, you force a power-on which overrides the power-on and power-off button on the server and they become nonfunctional.

4 Off Power-on password override. Changing the position

of this switch bypasses the power-on password check the next time the server is turned on and starts the Setup utility so that you can change or delete the power-on password. You do not have to move the switch back to the default position after the power-on password in overridden.

Changing the position of this switch does not affect the administrator password check if an administrator password is set.

See “Passwords” on page 148 for additional information about passwords.

The following table describes the functions of the SW2 switch block on the system board.

Table 5. System board SW2 switch block definition

Switch number Default position Description

1 Off Forced power permission overrides the IMM

power-on checking process. (Trained service

technician only). 2 Off Reserved. 3 Off Reserved. 4 Off Reserved.

Important:

1. Before you change any switch settings or move any jumpers, turn off the server; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables. (Review the information in “Safety” on page vii, “Installation guidelines” on page 40, “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 42, and “Turning off the server” on page 28.)

2. Any system-board switch or jumper blocks that are not shown in the illustrations in this document are reserved.

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System-board LEDs

The following illustration shows the light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the system board.

Note: Error LEDs remain lit only while the server is connected to power.

Enclosure management heartbeat LED

Standby power LED

10G Ethernet card error LED

Battery error LED

System Error LED

Locator LED Power LED

Imm2 heartbeat LED

DIMM 19-24 error LED (under the latches)

Microprocessor 2 error LED

Fan 4 error LED

Fan3 error LED

DIMM 7-18 error LED (under the latches)

Fan2 error LED

System board error LED

System pulse LEDs

The following LEDs are on the system board and monitor the system power-on and power-off sequencing and boot progress (see “System-board LEDs” for the location of these LEDs).

Table 6. System-pulse LEDs

LED Description Action

RTMM heartbeat Power-on and power-off sequencing.

1. If the LED blinks at 1Hz, it is functioning properly and no action is necessary.

2. If the LED is not blinking, (Trained technician only) replace the system board.

DIMM 1-6 error LED (under the latches)

Microprocessor 1 error LED

Fan1 error LED

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Table 6. System-pulse LEDs (continued)

LED Description Action

IMM2 heartbeat IMM2 heartbeat boot process. The following steps describe the

different stages of the IMM2 heartbeat sequencing process.

1. When this LED is blinking fast (approximately 4Hz), this indicates, that the IMM2 code is in the loading process.

2. When this LED goes off momentarily, this indicates that the IMM2 code has loaded completely.

3. When this LED goes off momentarily and then starts blinking slowing (approximately 1Hz), this indicates that IMM2 is fully operational. You can now press the power-control button to power-on the server.

4. If this LED does not blink within 30 seconds of connecting a power source to the server, complete the following steps:

a. (Trained technician only)

Replace the system board.

System-board optional device connectors

The following illustration shows the connectors on the system board for user-installable options.

Optional 10G Ethernet card connector

Optional PCI riser connector 2

Microprocessor 2

DIMM 19-24

Optional PCI riser connector 1

Optical drive connector

USB tape connector

Microprocessor 1

DIMM 1-6

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connector

DIMM 7-18Fan 4

PCI riser-card adapter connectors

The following illustration shows the connectors on the PCI riser card for user-installable PCI adapters.

PCI riser-card assembly (in short position)

Adapter connectors

PCI riser-card assembly (in long position)

Full-length adapter bracket

PCI riser-card assembly LEDs

The following illustration shows the light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the PCI riser-card assembly.

Note: Error LEDs remain lit only while the server is connected to power.

UpperPCI slot error LED

Center PCI slot error LED

Lower PCI slot error LED

Adapter

Full-length adapter bracket

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Installation guidelines

Attention: Static electricity that is released to internal server components when

the server is powered-on might cause the system to halt, which might result in the loss of data. To avoid this potential problem, always use an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system when removing or installing a hot-swap device.

Before you install optional devices, read the following information: v Make sure that the devices that you are installing are supported. For a list of

supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/ x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/.

v Read the safety information that begins on page vii, the guidelines in “Working

inside the server with the power on” on page 41, and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 42. This information will help you work safely.

v When you install your new server, take the opportunity to download and apply

the most recent firmware updates. This step will help to ensure that any known issues are addressed and that your server is ready to function at maximum levels of performance. To download firmware updates for your server, go to http://www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral/.

Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated code updates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest level of code is supported for the cluster solution before you update the code.

For additional information about tools for updating, managing, and deploying firmware, see the ToolsCenter for System x and BladeCenter at http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp.

v Before you install optional hardware, make sure that the server is working

correctly. Start the server, and make sure that the operating system starts, if an operating system is installed, or that a 19990305 error code is displayed, indicating that an operating system was not found but the server is otherwise working correctly. If the server is not working correctly, see the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD for diagnostic information.

v Observe good housekeeping in the area where you are working. Place removed

covers and other parts in a safe place.

v If you must start the server while the server cover is removed, make sure that no

one is near the server and that no tools or other objects have been left inside the server.

v Do not attempt to lift an object that you think is too heavy for you. If you have to

lift a heavy object, observe the following precautions: – Make sure that you can stand safely without slipping. – Distribute the weight of the object equally between your feet. – Use a slow lifting force. Never move suddenly or twist when you lift a heavy

object.

– To avoid straining the muscles in your back, lift by standing or by pushing up

with your leg muscles.

v Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical

outlets for the server, monitor, and other devices.

v Back up all important data before you make changes to disk drives. v Have a small flat-blade screwdriver, a small Phillips screwdriver, and a T8 torx

screwdriver available.

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v You do not have to turn off the server to install or replace hot-swap power

supplies, dual-motor hot-swap fans, or hot-plug Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices. However, you must turn off the server before you perform any steps that involve removing or installing adapter cables and you must disconnect the power source from the server before you perform any steps that involve removing or installing a riser card.

v Blue on a component indicates touch points, where you can grip the component

to remove it from or install it in the server, open or close a latch, and so on.

v Orange on a component or an orange label on or near a component indicates

that the component can be hot-swapped, which means that if the server and operating system support hot-swap capability, you can remove or install the component while the server is running. (Orange can also indicate touch points on hot-swap components.) See the instructions for removing or installing a specific hot-swap component for any additional procedures that you might have to perform before you remove or install the component.

v When you are finished working on the server, reinstall all safety shields, guards,

labels, and ground wires.

v For a list of supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/

servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/.

System reliability guidelines

To help ensure proper system cooling and system reliability, make sure that the following requirements are met:

v Each of the drive bays has a drive or a filler panel and electromagnetic

compatibility (EMC) shield installed in it.

v If the server has redundant power, each of the power-supply bays has a power

supply installed in it.

v There is adequate space around the server to allow the server cooling system to

work properly. Leave approximately 50 mm (2.0 in.) of open space around the front and rear of the server. Do not place objects in front of the fans. For proper cooling and airflow, replace the server cover before you turn on the server. Operating the server for extended periods of time (more than 30 minutes) with the server cover removed might damage server components.

v You have followed the cabling instructions that come with optional adapters. v You have replaced a failed fan within 48 hours. v You have replaced a dual-motor hot-swap fan within 30 seconds of removal. v You have replaced a hot-swap drive within 2 minutes of removal. v You do not operate the server without the air baffle installed. Operating the

server without the air baffle might cause the microprocessor to overheat.

v Microprocessor socket 2 always contains either a socket cover or a

microprocessor and heat sink.

v You have installed the fourth and sixth fans when you installed the second

microprocessor option.

Working inside the server with the power on

Attention: Static electricity that is released to internal server components when

the server is powered-on might cause the server to halt, which might result in the loss of data. To avoid this potential problem, always use an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system when you work inside the server with the power on.

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The server supports hot-plug, hot-add, and hot-swap devices and is designed to operate safely while it is turned on and the server cover is removed. Follow these guidelines when you work inside a server that is turned on:

v Avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing on your forearms. Button long-sleeved shirts

before working inside the server; do not wear cuff links while you are working inside the server.

v Do not allow your necktie or scarf to hang inside the server. v Remove jewelry, such as bracelets, necklaces, rings, and loose-fitting wrist

watches.

v Remove items from your shirt pocket, such as pens and pencils, that could fall

into the server as you lean over it.

v Avoid dropping any metallic objects, such as paper clips, hairpins, and screws,

into the server.

Handling static-sensitive devices

Attention: Static electricity can damage the server and other electronic devices.

To avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages until you are ready to install them.

To reduce the possibility of damage from electrostatic discharge, observe the following precautions:

v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around

you.

v The use of a grounding system is recommended. For example, wear an

electrostatic-discharge wrist strap, if one is available. Always use an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system when working inside the server with the power on.

v Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame. v Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed circuitry. v Do not leave the device where others can handle and damage it. v While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted

metal surface on the outside of the server for at least 2 seconds. This drains static electricity from the package and from your body.

v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into the server without

setting down the device. If it is necessary to set down the device, put it back into its static-protective package. Do not place the device on the server cover or on a metal surface.

v Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather. Heating reduces

indoor humidity and increases static electricity.

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Internal cable routing and connectors

The following illustration shows the internal routing and connectors for the cables. The following notes describe additional information you must consider when you install or remove the cables:

v To remove the cables, slightly press the cables toward the chassis; then, pull to

remove the cables from the connectors on the system board. Pulling the cable out of the connector by excessive force might cause damage to the cable or connector.

v To connect the cables on the system board, press evenly on the cables. Pressing

on one side of the cable might cause damage to the cable or connector.

General

Optional optical drive cable connection

The following illustration shows the internal routing and connector for the optional optical drive cable.

Notes:

1. To disconnect the optional optical drive cable, you must first press the connector release tab, and then disconnect the cable from the connector on the system board. Do not disconnect the cable by using excessive force. Failing to disconnect the cable properly may damage the connector on the system board. Any damage to the connector may require replacing the system board.

2. Follow the optical drive cable routing as the illustration shows. Make sure that the cable is not pinched and does not cover any connectors or obstruct any components on the system board.

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Release tab

Optical drive connector

DVD drive cable

Cable connector latch

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USB and video cable connection

The following illustration shows the internal routing and connectors for the front USB and video cables.

USB cable

Video cable

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Operator information panel cable connection

The following illustration shows the internal routing and connector for the operator information panel cable. The following notes describe additional information you must consider when you install or remove the operator information panel cable:

v You may remove the optional optical drive cable to obtain more room before you

install or remove the operator information panel cable.

v To remove the operator information panel cable, slightly press the cable toward

the chassis; then, pull to remove the cable from the connector on the system board. Pulling the cable out of the connector by excessive force might cause damage to the cable or connector.

v To connect the operator information panel cable on the system board, press

evenly on the cable. Pressing on one side of the cable might cause damage to the cable or connector.

Attention: Failing to install or remove the cable with care may damage the connectors on the system board. Any damage to the connectors may require replacing the system board.

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Operator panel cable

VGA cable connections

The following illustration shows the internal routing and connectors for the video graphic adapter (VGA) cables.

Video graphic adapters

VGA power connector 2

VGA power cables

VGA power connector 1

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2.5-inch hard disk drive cable connection

8-drive-capable model

Configuration cable connection: The following illustration shows the internal routing for the configuration cable.

Configuration cable

Power cable connection: The following illustration shows the internal routing for the hard disk drive power cable.

SAS/SATA backplane power cable

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Hard disk drive cable connection: The following illustration shows the internal routing and connectors for the two SAS signal cables.

Notes:

1. To connect the SAS signal cables, make sure that you first connect the signal cable, and then the power cable and configuration cable.

2. To disconnect the SAS signal cables, make sure that you first disconnect the power cable, and then the signal cable and configuration cable.

Port 4-7

Port 0-3

Port 4-7

SAS signal cables

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16-drive-capable model

Configuration cable connection: The following illustration shows the internal routing for the configuration cable.

Configuration cable

Power cable connection: The following illustration shows the internal routing for the hard disk drive power cable.

SAS/SATA backplane power cable

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Hard disk drive cable connection: The following illustration shows the internal routing and connectors for the two SAS signal cables.

Port 8-15

Port 0-7

SAS signal cables

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3.5-inch hard disk drive cable connection

Configuration cable connection

The following illustration shows the internal routing for the configuration cable.

Configuration cable

Power cable connection

The following illustration shows the internal routing for the hard disk drive power cable.

SAS/SATA backplane power cable

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Hard disk drive cable connection

The following illustration shows the internal routing and connectors for the two SAS signal cables.

Port 4-5

Port 0-3

Port 4-5

SAS signal cables

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Removing the cover

The following illustration shows how to remove the cover.

Important: Before you install optional hardware, make sure that the server is working correctly. Start the server, and make sure that the operating system starts, if an operating system is installed, or that a 19990305 error code is displayed, indicating that an operating system was not found but the server is otherwise working correctly. If the server is not working correctly, see the Problem Determination and Service Guide for diagnostic information.

Cover-release latch

To remove the cover, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 40.

2. If you are planning to view the error LEDs that are on the system board and components, leave the server connected to power and go directly to step 4.

3. If you are planning to install or remove a microprocessor, memory module, PCI adapter, battery, or other non-hot-swap optional device, turn off the server and all attached devices and disconnect all external cables and power cords (see “Turning off the server” on page 28).

4. Press the blue latch 1 on the top (in the center of the front of the server) and lift the cover-release latch 2. Slide the cover toward the rear 3 and lift the cover off the server. Set the cover aside.

Attention: For proper cooling and airflow and to avoid damaging server components, replace the cover before you turn on the server. If you operate the server for extended periods of time (over 30 minutes) with the cover removed, the IMM turns off the server.

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Removing a PCI riser-card assembly

The server comes with one riser-card assembly (with option to add one more) that each contains two to three PCI slots. See http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/ serverproven/compat/us/ for a list of riser-card assemblies that you can use with the server.

PCI riser-card assembly 2

PCI riser-card assembly 1

To remove the riser-card assembly, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 40.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cord and all external cables.

3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 54).

4. Grasp the assembly at the front tab and rear edge and lift it to remove it from the server. Place the riser-card assembly on a flat, static-protective surface.

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Installing a PCI riser-card assembly

To install a PCI riser-card assembly, complete the following steps.

Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.

PCI riser-card assembly 2

PCI riser-card assembly 1

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 40.

2. Make sure that the server and all peripheral devices are turned off and that the power cords and all external cables are disconnected.

3. Reinstall any adapters and reconnect any internal cables that you removed in other procedures.

4. Align the PCI riser-card assembly with the selected PCI riser-card connector on the system board:

v PCI riser-card connector 1: Carefully fit the two alignment slots on the side of

the assembly onto the two alignment brackets in the side of the chassis.

v PCI riser-card connector 2: Carefully align the bottom edge (the contact

edge) of the riser-card assembly with the PCI riser-card connector on the system board.

5. Press down on the assembly. Make sure that the riser-card assembly is fully seated in the riser-card connector on the system board.

If you have other devices to install, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 135.

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Removing the air baffle

When you work with some optional devices, you must first remove the air baffle to access certain components or connectors on the system board. The following illustration shows how to remove the air baffle.

PCI riser-card assembly 2

PCI riser-card assembly 1

Air baffle

To remove the air baffle, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 40.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables (see “Turning off the server” on page 28).

3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 54).

4. Remove PCI riser-card assembly 1, if needed (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 55).

5. Place your fingers under the front and back of the top of the air baffle; then, lift the air baffle out of the server.

Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, replace all air baffles before you turn on the server. Operating the server with any air baffle removed might damage server components.

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Installing the air baffle

The following illustration shows how to install the air baffle.

PCI riser-card assembly 2

PCI riser-card assembly 1

Air baffle

To install the air baffle, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 40.

2. Make sure that the server and peripheral devices are turned off (see “Turning off the server” on page 28) and that all power cords and external cables are disconnected.

3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 54).

4. Make sure that PCI riser-card assembly 1 is removed if it is in long position and sitting on the air baffle (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 55).

5. Align the air baffle with the two slots on both sides of chassis.

6. Lower the air baffle into place.

7. Install PCI riser-card assembly 1, if needed (see “Installing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 56.

Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, replace the air baffle before you turn on the server. Operating the server with the air baffle removed might damage server components.

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Stretching a PCI riser-card assembly

Note: It is not necessary to capture adaptor card with the full-length adaptor

bracket when installing half length adaptor cards.

If you are installing a full-length adapter in the upper riser-card PCI slot, you must first stretch the PCI riser-card assembly.

To stretch the riser-card assembly, complete the following steps:

1. Orient the riser-card assembly as shown.

2. Rotate the thumb screw 1, which is close by the PCI slot end, counterclockwise and lengthen the PCI riser-card assembly 2.

3. Fasten the thumbscrew.

4. Return to the adapter-installation instructions.

Shrinking a PCI riser-card assembly (for half-length adapters)

If you are removing a full-length adapter in the upper riser-card PCI slot and will replace it with a shorter adapter or no adapter, you must shrink the full-length PCI riser-card assembly.

To shrink the full-length PCI riser-card assembly, complete the following steps:

1. Rotate the thumb screw 1, which is far from the PCI slot end, counterclockwise and shorten the PCI riser-card assembly 2.

2. Fasten the thumbscrew.

3. Return to “Installing a PCI adapter” on page 60 or “Installing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 56, as applicable.

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Installing a PCI adapter

The following illustration shows the PCI adapter expansion slots from the rear of the server.

Maximal card dimension supported in each slot (rear view)

1 Full height , up to full length 4 Full height , up to full length

2 Full height, half length 5 Full height , up to full length

3 Full height, half length 6 Full height, half length

Note: If you are installing a ServeRAID-M5110, ServeRAID-M5120, or an IBM LLM-SM dual port 10GbE SFP+ adapter, it can only be installed in PCI slot 1, 2, 4, or 5.

The following notes describe the types of adapters that the server supports and other information that you must consider when you install an adapter:

v To confirm that the server supports the adapter that you are installing, see

http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/.

v Locate the documentation that comes with the adapter and follow those

instructions in addition to the instructions in this section.

v The server provides two internal SAS connectors and two SAS/SATA RAID

riser-card slots on the system board. See “System-board optional device connectors” on page 38 for the location of the internal SAS/SATA RAID connector and SAS/SATA RAID riser-card slots. You can install an optional IBM ServeRAID SAS/SATA adapter in the slot. For configuration information, see the ServeRAID documentation at http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/,

v Some high performance video adapters are supported by your server. See

http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/ for more information.

v Do not set the maximum digital video adapter resolution above 1600 x 1200 at

75 Hz for an LCD monitor. This is the highest resolution that is supported for any add-on video adapter that you install in the server.

v Do not install memory modules more than 128 GB when Quadro 600 is installed. v Any high-definition video-out connector or stereo connector on any add-on video

adapter is not supported

v The server does not support full-length, full-height PCI adapters or legacy 5V PCI

adapters.

v When you install any PCI adapter, the power cords must be disconnected from

the power source before you remove the PCI Express riser-card assembly and the PCI-X riser-card assembly. Otherwise, the active power management event signal will be disabled by the system-board logic, and the Wake on LAN feature might not work. However, after the server is powered-on locally, the active power manager active power management event signal will be enabled by the system-board logic.

(Riser 1) (Riser 2)

The following illustration shows the adapter connectors on the PCI riser-card assembly.

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Adapter connectors

PCI riser-card assembly (in short position)

Adapter connectors

PCI riser-card assembly (in long position)

Full-length adapter bracket

Adapter

Full-length adapter bracket

Adapter

To install a PCI adapter, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 40.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables (see “Turning off the server” on page 28).

3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 54).

4. Determine which expansion slot you will use for the adapter.

5. If you are installing an adapter in PCI expansion slot 1, 2, or 3, remove PCI riser-card assembly 1; if you are installing an adapter in PCI expansion slot 4, 5, or 6, remove PCI riser-card assembly 2. See “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 55.

6. Rotate the bracket out of the way.

7. Slide the expansion-slot cover out of the PCI riser-card assembly expansion slot.

PCI riser-card assembly

Adapter connectors

Full-length adapter bracket

Bracket

Adapter

Expansion-slot cover

8. Install the adapter: a. For riser 1: if the adapter is a full-length adapter for the upper expansion

slot in the riser card, remove the full-length-adapter bracket from underneath the top of the riser-card assembly and insert it in the end of the upper expansion slot of the riser-card assembly. See “Stretching a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 59 for instructions.

b. For riser 2: if the adapter is a full-length adapter for the upper expansion

slot in the riser card, the bracket is on the cage by default. Insert it in the

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end of the upper expansion slot of the riser-card assembly. See “Stretching a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 59 for instructions.

PCI riser-card assembly

Full-length adapter bracket

c. Align the adapter with the PCI connector on the riser card and the guide on

the external end of the riser-card assembly.

d. Press the adapter firmly into the PCI connector on the riser card.

Adapter connectors

PCI riser-card assembly (in short position)

Adapter connectors

PCI riser-card assembly (in long position)

Full-length adapter bracket

Adapter

Full-length adapter bracket

Adapter

9. Connect any required cables to the adapter.

Attention:

v When you route cables, do not block any connectors or the ventilated space

around any of the fans.

v Make sure that cables are not routed on top of components that are under

the PCI riser-card assembly.

v Make sure that cables are not pinched by the server components.

10. Align the PCI riser-card assembly with the selected PCI riser-card connector on the system board.

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PCI riser-card assembly 2

PCI riser-card assembly 1

v PCI riser-card connector 1: Carefully fit the two alignment slots on the side

of the assembly onto the two alignment brackets in the side of the chassis; align the rear of the assembly with the guides on the rear of the server.

v PCI riser-card connector 2: Carefully align the bottom edge (the contact

edge) of the riser-card assembly with the PCI riser-card connector on the system board; align the rear of the assembly with the guides on the rear of the server.

11. Press down on the assembly. Make sure that the riser-card assembly is fully seated in the PCI riser-card connector on the system board.

12. Perform any configuration tasks that are required for the adapter.

If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 135.

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Removing a PCI adapter

To remove an adapter from a PCI riser-card assembly, complete the following steps.

PCI riser-card assembly

Adapter connectors

Full-length adapter bracket

Bracket

Adapter

Expansion-slot cover

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 40.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables (see “Turning off the server” on page 28).

3. Press down on the left and right side rack latches and slide the server out of the rack enclosure until both slide rails lock; then, remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 54).

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PCI riser-card assembly 2

PCI riser-card assembly 1

4. Remove the PCI riser-card assembly that contains the adapter (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 55).

5. Disconnect any cables from the adapter (make note of the cable routing, in case you reinstall the adapter later).

6. Carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge or upper corners, and pull the adapter from the PCI expansion slot.

If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 135.

Installing a hard disk drive

The following notes describe the type of hard disk drives that the server supports and other information that you must consider when you install a drive.

Important: Do not install a SCSI hard disk drive in this server. v Make sure that the devices that you are installing are supported. For a list of

supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/ x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/.

v Make sure that you have all the cables and other equipment that are specified in

the documentation that comes with the drive.

v Locate the documentation that comes with the hard disk drive and follow those

instructions in addition to the instructions in this chapter.

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v The server supports six 3.5-inch or eight 2.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drives

installed on Ultra-Slim hard disk drive trays. An optional 8-drive-bay 2.5-inch hard disk drive kit is available for 16-drive-capable server models. For a list of supported hard disk drives, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/ serverproven/compat/us/.

v All hot-swap drives in the server should have the same throughput speed rating.

Using hard disk drives with different speed ratings will cause all drives to operate at the throughput speed of the slowest drive.

v The ID that is assigned to each bay is printed on the front of the server, above

the drive bay.

The following illustration shows how to install a hot-swap hard disk drive.

Latch

Handle

Filler panel handle

To install a drive in a hot-swap bay, complete the following steps.

Attention: To maintain proper system cooling, do not operate the server for more than 10 minutes without either a drive or a filler panel installed in each bay.

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii, “Installation guidelines” on page 40, and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 42.

2. Remove the filler panel from one of the empty hot-swap bays: Grasp the filler panel handle and pull the filler panel away from the server.

3. Install the hard disk drive in the hot-swap bay: a. Orient the drive as shown in the illustration. b. Make sure that the tray handle is open. c. Align the drive assembly with the guide rails in the bay. d. Gently push the drive assembly into the bay until the drive stops. e. Push the tray handle to the closed (locked) position. f. If the system is turned on, check the hard disk drive status LED to verify that

the hard disk drive is operating correctly. After you install a hard disk drive, the green activity LED flashes as the disk

spins up. The yellow LED turn off after about 1 minute. If the new drive starts to rebuild, the yellow LED flashes slowly and the green activity LED remains lit during the rebuild process. If the yellow LED remains lit, see the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM Documentation CD for hard disk drive problem solutions.

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Note: You might have to reconfigure the disk arrays after you install hard disk drives. See the RAID documentation on the IBM ServeRAID Support CD for information about RAID controllers.

If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 135.

Removing a hard disk drive

Handle

To remove a hot-swap hard disk drive, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii, “Installation guidelines” on page 40, and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 42.

2. Press up on the release latch at the top of the drive front.

3. Move the handle on the drive to the open position (perpendicular to the drive).

4. Pull the hot-swap drive assembly out of the bay approximately 25 mm (1 in.). Wait approximately 45 seconds while the drive spins down before you remove the drive assembly completely from the bay.

Latch

Note: You might have to reconfigure the disk arrays after you remove a hard disk drive. See the RAID documentation on the IBM ServeRAID Support CD for information about RAID controllers.

If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 135.

Installing a SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD option

If the server is a 16-drive-capable model with eight hard disk drive bays installed, you can install an IBM System x3650 M4 Hot-swap SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD option. See http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/ for a list of supported optional devices. To order a SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD option, contact your IBM marketing representative or authorized reseller.

The SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD option kit contains the following components:

v One 2.5-inch hard disk drive backplane v One SAS expander adapter v Two M3 x 5 screws v Two SAS signal cables which attached to the expander adapter

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To install a 8-disk-drive optional hard disk drive backplane in a 16-drive-capable server model, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 40.

2. Turn off the server and disconnect all power cords and external cables (see “Turning off the server” on page 28).

3. Remove the server cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 54).

4. Remove the two 4-drive filler panels that are to the right of drive bay 8, beneath the IDs8-15onthefront bezel.

4-drive filler panel

5. To obtain more working room, remove fans 2 and 3 (see “Removing a dual-motor hot-swap fan” on page 123).

6. Pull the hard disk drives or fillers out of the server slightly to disengage them from the backplanes. For more information, see“Removing a hard disk drive” on page 67.

7. Disconnect the SAS signal cables from the system board. Leave the other end of the SAS signal cables connected to the hard disk drive backplanes.

8. Remove hard disk drive backplane 1 from the server.

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SAS signal cable

Configuration cable

Hard disk drive backplane

Power cable

a. From backplane 1, disconnect the following cables in the order listed:

v Power cable 1 v SAS signal cable 2 v Configuration cable 3

b. Lift backplane 1 out of the server by pulling it toward the rear of the server

and then lifting it up.

9. Install the new backplane in slot 2: a. Connect the SAS signal cable to new backplane 2. The new backplane

comes with the option kit. b. Connect the configuration cable to backplane 2. c. Connect the cables which come with the option kit to backplane 1.

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SAS Expander adapter

Configuration cables

Configuration cable

Power cable

SAS signal cable

Power cable

Hard disk drive backplane

d. Connect the configuration cable and the power cable back to backplane 1. e. Angle the new backplane and place the bottom edge into the slots for

backplane 2 on the chassis next to the optical drive.

SAS Expander adapter

Hard disk drive backplane

f. Angle the backplane and place the bottom edge into the slots for backplane

1 on the chassis.

g. Rotate the backplane upright so that the bracket goes underneath the latch

and tabs on the chassis and is engaged into the slots on the backplane bracket.

10. Connect the loose end of the SAS signal cables to the system board. Route the cable underneath the cable retention features on the baffle. See the

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illustration.

SAS 1

SAS 0

SAS signal cables

11. Make sure that the configuration cable is connected to the backplanes and system board.

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Configuration cable

12. Make sure that the SAS power cable is connected to the backplanes and system board.

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SAS/SATA power cable

13. If you removed any fans, install them.

14. Insert the hard disk drives and the fillers the rest of the way into the bays.

If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 135.

Installing a SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD with a ServeRAID adapter option

If the server is a 16-drive-capable model with eight hard disk drive bays installed, you can install an IBM System x3650 M4 Hot-swap SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD with a ServeRAID adapter option. See http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/ compat/us/ for a list of supported optional devices. To order a SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD with a ServeRAID adapter option, contact your IBM marketing representative or authorized reseller.

The SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD with a ServeRAID adapter option kit contains the following components:

v Eight blank EMC fillers v Two SAS signal cables v One configuration cable v One internal power cable v One 2.5-inch hard disk drive backplane v One RAID adapter (part number 00D7082 or 46M0912)

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Note: RAID adapter comes in a different option kit. Touch the static-protective package to any unpainted metal surface on the server.

To install the RAID configuration with2x82.5-inch HDDs support option in the server, complete the following steps.

Note: You can install the RAID adapter into PCI riser-card assembly 1 only.

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 40.

2. Turn off the server and disconnect all power cords and external cables (see “Turning off the server” on page 28).

3. Remove the server cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 54).

4. Remove the two 4-drive filler panels that are to the right of drive bay 8, beneath the IDs8-15onthefront bezel.

4-drive filler panel

5. To obtain more working room, remove fans 2 and 3 (see “Removing a dual-motor hot-swap fan” on page 123).

6. Install the new backplane in slot 2:

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SAS signal cable

Configuration cable

Hard disk drive backplane

Power cable

a. Connect the following cables in the order listed:

v Configuration cable 1 v SAS signal cable 2 v Power cable 3

b. Angle the new backplane and place the bottom edge into the slots for

backplane 2 on the chassis next to the optical drive.

c. Rotate the backplane upright so that the bracket goes underneath the latch

and tabs on the chassis and is engaged into the slots on the backplane bracket.

7. Touch the static-protective package that contains the RAID adapter to any unpainted metal surface on the server. Then, remove the RAID adapter from the package.

8. Remove the PCI riser-card assembly 1 (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 55).

9. Install the RAID adapter in the connector on the PCI riser card (see “Installing a PCI adapter” on page 60).

Note: While installing the RAID adapter (part number 00D7082) into PCI riser-card assembly, it can be installed in slot 1 or slot 2 only. Attention: Incomplete insertion might cause damage to the server or the adapter.

10. Connect the SAS signal cables to the connectors on the RAID adapter:

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Connector for drive bays 8-11 signal cable

Connector for drive bays 12-15 signal cable

RAID adapter

Connector for drive bays 12-15 signal cable

Connector for drive bays 8-11 signal cable

RAID adapter

a. Connect a SAS signal cable that comes with the option kit to the RAID

adapter connector for drive bays 8-11.

b. Connect another SAS signal cable to the other SAS connector for drive

bays 12-15.

11. Align and install the PCI riser-card assembly in the server (see “Installing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 56).

PCI riser-card assembly

Bracket

Expansion-slot cover

12. Route the cables underneath the cable retention (taking the RAID adapter, part

number 46M0912, as an example).

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Adapter

Port 8-11

Port 12-15

SAS signal cables

13. Make sure that the configuration cable is connected to the backplanes and system board.

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Configuration cable

14. Make sure that the SAS power cable is connected to the backplanes and system board.

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SAS/SATA power cable

15. If you removed any fans, install them.

16. Insert the hard disk drives and the fillers the rest of the way into the bays.

If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 135.

Installing a SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD with26GBperformance optimized HBA adapters option

If the server is a 16-drive-capable model with eight hard disk drive bays installed, you can install an IBM System x3650 M4 Hot-swap SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD with 2 6 GB performance optimized HBA adapters option. See http://www.ibm.com/servers/ eserver/serverproven/compat/us/ for a list of supported optional devices. To order a SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD with26GBperformance optimized HBA adapters option, contact your IBM marketing representative or authorized reseller.

The SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD with26GBperformance optimized HBA adapters option kit contains the following components:

Note: You must purchase the SAS cable option (part number 00D9532) before installing this kit.

v Eight blank EMC fillers v SAS signal cables (including the ones from the SAS cable option) v One configuration cable v One internal power cable

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v One 2.5-inch hard disk drive backplane v Two RAID adapters (part number 46M0912)

Note: RAID adapters come in a different option kits. Touch the static-protective packages to any unpainted metal surface on the server.

To install a SAS/SATA 8 Pac HDD with26GBperformance optimized HBA adapters option in the server, complete the following steps.

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 40.

2. Turn off the server and disconnect all power cords and external cables (see “Turning off the server” on page 28).

3. Remove the server cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 54).

4. Remove the two 4-drive filler panels that are to the right of drive bay 8, beneath the IDs8-15onthefront bezel.

4-drive filler panel

5. To obtain more working room, remove fans 2 and 3 (see “Removing a dual-motor hot-swap fan” on page 123).

6. Remove the 2 SAS cables which connect both the backplane and the system board.

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Port 4-7

Port 0-3

Port 4-7

SAS signal cables

7. Take out the 2 SAS cables (925 mm) from the SAS cable option and connect them to the backplane.

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SAS signal cables

8. Touch the static-protective package that contains the RAID adapter to any unpainted metal surface on the server. Then, remove the RAID adapter from the package.

9. Remove the PCI riser-card assembly 1 (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 55).

10. Install the RAID adapter in the connector on the PCI riser card (see “Installing a PCI adapter” on page 60).

Attention: Incomplete insertion might cause damage to the server or the adapter.

11. Connect the SAS signal cables to the connectors on the RAID adapter:

a. Connect a SAS signal cable to the RAID adapter connector for drive bays

0-3.

b. Connect another SAS signal cable to the other SAS connector for drive

bays 4-7.

Connector for drive bays 0-3 signal cable

Connector for drive bays 4-7 signal cable

82 System x3650 M4 Type 7915: Installation and User’s Guide

RAID adapter

IBM System x3650 M4 Type 7915 Installation And User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual