IBM x3105, System x3105Type 4347, 4348 Installation Manual
System x3105
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System x3105 Type 4347
Installation Guide
Note:
Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B,
“Notices,” on page 67 and the Warranty and Support Information document on the IBM System x
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Contents
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v
Chapter 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
The IBM System x Documentation CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Hardware and software requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Using the Documentation Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Notices and statements in this document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Major components of the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Chapter 2. Installing optional devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Installation guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
System reliability guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Handling static-sensitive devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Removing the side cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Removing the bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Installing a memory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Installing a drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Installing a CD or DVD drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Installing an optional tape drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Installing a SATA hard disk drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Power and signal cables for internal drives . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Installing an adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Cabling an optional SCSI adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Completing the installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Installing the bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Installing the side cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Connecting the cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Updating the server configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Chapter 3. Server controls, LEDs, and power . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Server power features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Setting the power supply voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Turning on the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Turning off the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Chapter 4. Configuring the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Using the Boot Menu program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Enabling the Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet Boot Agent . . . . . . .36
Configuring the Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet controller . . . . . .36
Chapter 5. Solving problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Diagnostic tools overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
POST beep codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
POST error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Troubleshooting tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
CD or DVD drive problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Diskette drive problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
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Hard disk drive problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Intermittent problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Keyboard, mouse, or pointing-device problems . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Memory problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Microprocessor problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Monitor or video problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Optional-device problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Power problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Serial port problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
ServerGuide problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Software problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Universal Serial Bus (USB) port problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
System-board error LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Recovering from a BIOS update failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance . . . . . . . . . .65
Before you call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Using the documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Getting help and information from the World Wide Web . . . . . . . . . .66
Software service and support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Hardware service and support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
IBM Taiwan product service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Appendix B. Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Important notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Product recycling and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Battery return program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Electronic emission notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement . . . . . . . . .71
Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement . . . . . . . .72
Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada . . . . . . . .72
European Union EMC Directive conformance statement . . . . . . . . .72
Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement . . .73
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
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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.
© Copyright IBM Corp. 2007 v
Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad.
Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.
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.
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1. Turn everything OFF.
2. First, remove power cords from outlet.
3. Remove signal cables from connectors.
4. Remove all cables from devices.
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.
Safety vii
Statement 3:
CAUTION:
When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or
transmitters) are installed, note the following:
v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could
result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable
parts inside the device.
v Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
DANGER
laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser
Some
diode. Note the following.
Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly
with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.
Class 1 Laser Product
Laser Klasse 1
Laser Klass 1
Luokan 1 Laserlaite
Appareil A Laser de Classe 1
`
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Statement 4:
≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb)
CAUTION:
Use safe practices when lifting.
Statement 5:
CAUTION:
The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power
supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device
also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current
from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power
source.
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1
Safety ix
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 13:
DANGER
Overloading
a branch circuit is potentially a fire hazard and a shock hazard
under certain conditions. To avoid these hazards, ensure that your system
electrical requirements do not exceed branch circuit protection
requirements. Refer to the information that is provided with your device for
electrical specifications.
Important:
Eachl caution and danger statement in this document is labelled begin 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.
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For example, if a caution statement is labelled ″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 documentation before you
perform the procedures. Read any additional safety information that comes with the
server or optional device before you install the device.
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Chapter 1. Introduction
This Installation Guide contains instructions for setting up your IBM® System x3105
Type 4347 server and basic instructions for installing some optional devices. More
detailed instructions for installing optional devices are in the User’s Guide on the
IBM System x™ Documentation CD, which comes with the server. This document
contains information about:
v Setting up and cabling the server
v Starting and configuring the server
v Installing some optional devices
v Solving problems
firmware and documentation updates are available, you can download them from
If
the IBM Web site 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, got to http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/
support/xseries/index.html,
Go. For firmware updates, click the Download tab. For documentation updates,
click the Install and use tab, and click Product documentation.
select System x3105 from the Hardware list, and click
Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. Procedures for locating
firmware and documentation might vary slightly from what is described in this
document.
(Standard on some models only) The server comes with an IBM ServerGuide
™
Setup and Installation CD to help you configure the hardware, install device drivers,
and install the operating system.
The server comes with a limited warranty. You can obtain up-to-date information
about your server and other IBM server products at http://www.ibm.com/systems/x.
Record information about the server in the following table. You will need this
information when you register the server with IBM.
Product name IBM System x3105 server
Machine type 4347
Model number _____________________________________________
Serial number _____________________________________________
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The model number and serial number are on the label on the lower-right side of the
bezel, as shown in the following illustration. This illustration might differ slightly from
your hardware.
Model number and
serial number
For a list of supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/
servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us.
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The IBM System x Documentation CD
The IBM System x Documentation CD contains documentation for the server in
Portable Document Format (PDF) and includes the IBM Documentation Browser to
help you find information quickly.
Hardware and software requirements
The IBM System x 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.
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
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 drive
and click Start --> Run. In the Open field, type
e:\win32.bat
where e is the drive letter of the CD drive, and click OK.
– If you are using Red Hat Linux, insert the CD into the CD drive; then, run the
following command from the /mnt/cdrom directory:
sh runlinux.sh
Select the server from the Product menu. The Available Topics list displays all the
documents for the 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 is displayed 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 Alt+F to use the xpdf search function within the
document.
Chapter 1. Introduction 3
Click Help for detailed information about using the Documentation Browser.
Notices and statements in this document
The caution and danger statements in this document are also in the multilingual
Safety Information document, which is on the IBM System x Documentation CD.
Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in the
Safety Information document.
The following notices and statements are used in this document:
v Note: These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice.
v Important: These notices provide information or advice that might help you avoid
inconvenient or problem situations.
v Attention: These notices indicate potential damage to programs, devices, or
data. An attention notice is placed just before the instruction or situation in which
damage could occur.
v Caution: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially hazardous
to you. A caution statement is placed just before the description of a potentially
hazardous procedure step or situation.
v Danger: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or
extremely hazardous to you. A danger statement is placed just before the
description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or
situation.
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Features and specifications
The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the
server. Depending on the server model, some features might not be available, or
some specifications might not apply.
Table 1. Features and specifications
Microprocessor:
v AMD single-core Athlon processor or
dual-core Opteron processor
v 512 KB or 2 MB (1 MB per core)
level-2 cache
v 1000 MHz Hyper-transport (HT)
interface
Memory:
v Minimum: 512 MB
v Maximum: 8 GB
v Types: Unbuffered PC2-5300,
double-data-rate 2 (DDR2) 667 MHz
with ECC
v Connectors: four dual inline memory
module (DIMM) connectors, two-way
interleaved
(depending on your model)
Drives:
v Diskette: (optional) 1.44 MB
v Hard disk drive: SATA
v Optional tape drive: SATA
v One of the following IDE drives:
– CD-ROM
– CD-RW (optional)
– DVD-ROM (optional)
– DVD/CD-RW combo (optional)
bays: (depending on your model)
Drive
v Two 5.25 in. bays (one CD or DVD
drive installed)
v One 3.5 in. removable-media drive
bay; optional internal diskette drive
v Two 3.5 in. hard disk drive bays (one
hard disk drive installed)
Expansion
slots:
v Two PCI Express x8 slots
v Two PCI 33 MHz/32-bit slots
Video controller: ATI ES1000 video
controller with 16 MB SDRAM video
memory on the system board
Fans:
One speed-controlled fan
Power supply: One 310 watt (90 - 240 V
ac)
Important: Make sure that the ac
power-supply input voltage is set to the
correct level (at 115 V ac or 230 V ac) for
your geographic location before you turn
on the server.
Size:
v Height: 420 mm (16.54 in.)
v Depth: 448 mm (17.64 in.)
v Width:175 mm (6.89 in.)
v Weight: 14 kg (30.86 lb) to 17 kg (37.48
lb) depending upon configuration
Integrated
v Broadcom 5721 10/100/1000 Ethernet
controller on the system board with
RJ-45 Ethernet port
v One serial port
v One parallel port
v Two-port Serial ATA controller
v Six Universal Serial Bus (USB) v2.0
ports (two on front and four on rear)
v ATA-100 single-channel IDE controller
v ATI ES1000 video
– Compatible with SVGA and VGA
– 16 MB video memory
Diagnostic LEDs:
v Fans
v Memory
Acoustical noise emissions:
v Sound power, idling: 4.3 bel
v Sound power, operating: 4.8 bel
functions:
Environment:
v Air temperature:
– Server on: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F)
Altitude: 0 to 914 m (2998.0 ft)
– Server off: 0° to 60°C (-32° to 140°F)
Altitude: 0 to 2133 m (7000.0 ft)
Humidity (operating and storage): 8% to
v
80%
output:
Heat
Approximate heat output in British thermal
units (Btu) per hour
v Minimum configuration: 185 Btu per hour
(54 watts)
v Maximum configuration: 853 Btu per hour
(250 watts)
Electrical
input:
v Sine-wave input (50 or 60 Hz) required
v Input voltage and frequency ranges
manually selected
v Input voltage low range:
– Minimum: 100 V ac
– Maximum: 127 V ac
Input voltage high range:
v
– Minimum: 200 V ac
– Maximum: 240 V ac
v Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA) approximately:
– Minimum: 0.10 kVA (all models)
– Maximum: 0.50 kVA
Notes:
1. Power consumption and heat output vary
depending on the number and type of
optional features that are installed and the
power-management optional features that
are in use.
2. These levels were measured in controlled
acoustical environments according to the
procedures that are specified by the
American National Standards Institute
(ANSI) S12.10 and ISO 7779 and are
reported in accordance with ISO 9296.
Actual sound-pressure levels in a given
location might exceed the average values
stated because of room reflections and
other nearby noise sources. The declared
sound-power levels indicate an upper limit,
below which a large number of computers
will operate.
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Major components of the server
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.
The following illustration shows the major components in the server.
Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.
CD or DVD
drive
Filler panels
(Optional)
diskette drive
Bezel
Front adapter
retention bracket
Air baffle
Power supply
Drive cage
Hard disk drive
DIMM
System board
Cover
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Chapter 2. Installing optional devices
This chapter provides basic instructions for installing optional hardware devices in
the server. These instructions are intended for users who are experienced with
setting up IBM server hardware. If you need more detailed instructions, see the
User’s Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD.
Installation guidelines
Before you install optional devices, read the following information:
v Read the safety information that begins on page v and the guidelines in
“Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 8. 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/servers/eserver/support/xseries/index.html, select System
x3105 from the Hardware list, click Go, and then click the Download tab. For
additional information about tools for updating, managing, and deploying
firmware, see the System x and xSeries Tools Center at
http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp.
v Before you install optional hardware devices, 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 Chapter 5,
“Solving problems,” on page 39 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 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 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.
Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical
v
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 available.
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 When you have to access the inside of the server, you might findit easier to lay
the server on its side.
v When you are finished working on the server, reinstall all safety shields, guards,
labels, and ground wires.
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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 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 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 turning 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 Yo u have followed the cabling instructions that come with optional adapters.
v Yo u do not operate the server with a failed fan.
v Yo u do not operate the server without the air baffle installed. Operating the
server without the air baffle might cause the microprocessor to overheat.
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.
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 part 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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Removing the side cover
To remove the server side cover, complete the following steps:
1. Read the safety information that begins on page v and the “Installation
guidelines” on page 7.
2. Turn off the server and all attached devices (see “Turning off the server” on
page 33); then, disconnect all power cords and external cables.
3. Lay the server on its side.
4. Remove the two thumbscrews from the rear of the server that secure the cover
to the chassis. Slide the cover slightly toward the rear of the chassis, lift it off
the server, and set it aside.
Thumbscrews
To replace the side cover, see “Installing the side cover” on page 26.
Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, replace the cover before you turn on
the server. Operating the server for extended periods of time (more than 30
minutes) with the cover removed might damage serve components.
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Removing the bezel
When you work with some devices, such as additional optical drives, you must first
remove the bezel to access the device.
To remove the bezel, complete the following steps:
1. Read the safety information that begins on page v and the “Installation
guidelines” on page 7.
2. Turn off the server and all attached devices (see “Turning off the server” on
page 33); then, disconnect all power cords and external cables.
3. Remove the side cover (see “Removing the side cover” on page 9).
4. From inside the server, locate the bezel release tab at the bottom of the bezel.
Bezel release tab
5. Press down slightly on the bezel release tab and pull the bottom of the bezel
away from the chassis; then, lift the bezel to disengage the top tabs.
6. Remove the bezel from the server; then set the bezel aside.
For instructions for replacing the bezel, see “Installing the bezel” on page 25.
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Installing a memory module
The following notes describe the types of dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) that
the server supports and other information that you must consider when installing
DIMMs:
v Install only 1.8 V, 240-pin, double-data-rate 2 (DDR2), 667 MHz, unbuffered
synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM) with error correcting
code (ECC) DIMMs. These DIMMs must be compatible with the latest PC2-5300,
667 MHz SDRAM unbuffered DIMM specification. For a list of supported DIMMs
for your server, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/.
v The server supports a maximum of two hard disk drives, four DIMMs, and one
5.25-inch device; or one hard disk drive, four DIMMs, and two 5.25-inch devices;
or two hard disk drives, two DIMMS, and two 5.25-inch devices.
v The system board contains four DIMM connectors and supports two-way memory
interleaving.
v Yo u can install one, two, or four DIMMs in the server, but not three DIMMs.
Three DIMMs are not supported.
v The DIMM options that are available for the server are 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB.
The server supports a minimum of 512 MB and a maximum of 8 GB of system
memory.
v The amount of usable memory will be reduced depending on the system
configuration. A certain amount of memory must be reserved for system
resources. The system summary displays the total amount of installed memory
and the amount of configured memory.
v The server comes with one 512 MB or two 512 MB DIMMs. If the server has one
DIMM installed, when you install an additional DIMM, it must be installed in the
DIMM 2 connector, and it must be the same size, speed, type, and technology as
the DIMM in the DIMM 1 connector. Yo u can mix compatible DIMMs from various
manufacturers. When one DIMM is installed, the server runs as a single-channel
server. When you add a DIMM in the DIMM 2 connector, the server defaults to a
dual-channel server.
v DIMMs must be installed in matched pairs. If you install a second pair of DIMMs
in the DIMM 3 and DIMM 4 connectors, they do not have to be the same size,
speed, type, and technology as the DIMMs in the DIMM 1 and DIMM 2
connectors. However, the size, speed, type, and technology of the DIMMs that
you install in the DIMM 3 and DIMM 4 connectors must match each other.
v When you restart the server after you add or remove a DIMM, the server
displays a message that the memory configuration has changed.
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To install a DIMM, complete the following steps:
1. Locate the DIMM connectors on the system board. Determine the connectors
into which you will install the DIMMs. Install the DIMMs in the sequence shown
in the following table.
DIMM 1 DIMM 1 error LED
DIMM 2 DIMM 2 error LED
DIMM 3 DIMM 3 error LED
DIMM 4 DIMM 4 error LED
DIMMs Connectors
1 DIMM 1
2 DIMMs 1, 2
4 DIMMs 1, 2, 3, 4
Note: Yo u can install one, two, or four DIMMs in the server, but not three DIMMs. Three
DIMMs are not supported.
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Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM
connectors, open and close the clips gently.
2. Open the retaining clips and, if necessary, remove any existing DIMM.
3. Touch the static-protective package that contains the DIMM to any unpainted
metal surface on the server. Then, remove the new DIMM from the package.
4. Turn the DIMM so that the DIMM keys align correctly with the slot.
5. Insert the DIMM into the connector by aligning the edges of the DIMM with the
slots at the ends of the DIMM connector. Firmly press the DIMM straight down
into the connector by applying pressure on both ends of the DIMM
simultaneously. The retaining clips snap into the locked position when the DIMM
is firmly seated in the connector. If there is a gap between the DIMM and the
retaining clips, the DIMM has not been correctly installed. Open the retaining
clips, remove the DIMM, and then reinsert it.
If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now; otherwise, go to
“Completing the installation” on page 25.
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Installing a drive
Depending on the server model, one or more of the following drives might be
installed in the server:
v Diskette (optional)
v Tape drive (optional)
v Hard disk drive
v CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD/CD-RW combo
The server might come with an IDE CD or DVD drive in bay 1 and a 3.5-inch serial
ATA (SATA) hard disk drive in bay 4.
Bay 1
Bay 2
Bay 3
Bay 4
Bay 5
The following notes describe the types of drives that the server supports and other
information that you must consider when you install removable-media and hard disk
drives:
v Read the documentation that comes with the drive and make sure that you have
all the cables and other equipment specified in the documentation that comes
with the drive.
v The server supports a maximum configuration of two hard disk drives, four
DIMMs, and one 5.25-inch device; or one hard disk drive, four DIMMs, and two
5.25-inch devices; or two hard disk drives, two DIMMS, and two 5.25-inch
devices.
v Diskette drives, tape drives, CD-ROM, and CD-RW/DVD combo drives are
examples of removable-media drives. You can install removable-media drives in
bays 1, 2, and 3 only.
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v Yo u can install only an optional diskette drive in bay 3. Other drives are not
supported in bay 3.
v Yo u can install SATA hard disk drives in bays 4 and 5 only.
v The integrated IDE controller supports the connection of up to two IDE devices.
v The electromagnetic interference (EMI) integrity and cooling of the server are
protected by having all bays and PCI or PCI Express slots covered or occupied.
When you install a drive or PCI or PCI Express adapter, save the EMC shield
and filler panel from the bay, or the PCI or PCI Express adapter slot cover in the
event you later remove the drive or adapter.
v For a complete list of supported optional devices for the server, see
http://www.ibm/com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/.
Installing a CD or DVD drive
To install a CD or DVD drive in bay 1 or 2, complete the following steps:
1. Read the safety information that begins on page v and “Installation guidelines”
on page 7.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords
and all external cables.
3. Remove the side cover (see “Removing the side cover” on page 9).
4. Remove the bezel (see “Removing the bezel” on page 10).
5. Use your fingers to press in on the drive-bay filler panel release tab on the
inside of the bezel and remove it from the bezel; then, pry the EMC shield
away from the server. Store the filler panel and EMC shield in a safe place.
Release tab
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