IBM xSeries 240 Installation Manual
Install the server in
®
xSeries 240
Installation Guide
the rack, if required
Install options:
• Drives
• Microprocessors
• Adapters
• Power supplies
• Memory
Cable the server
and options
Welcome. . .
Thank you for buying an
IBM xSeries server.
Start the server
This server
Installation Guide
contains information for setting
up and configuring your server.
For detailed information
about your server, view the
User's Reference
on the
Documentation CD.
You can also find the most
current information about your
server on the IBM Web site at:
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support
Did the server
start correctly?
Ye s
Use ServerGuide™
to setup and
configure hardware
Did configuration
complete?
Ye s
Use
ServerGuide to
install operating
system?
Ye s
Use ServerGuide to
install applications,
such as IBM systems
management software
and IBM ServeRAID
programs
No
No
No
Go to the Server Support
flow chart
Go to the Web for Instructions,
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support
System is ready to use.
Go to the Server Support
flow chart to register
and profile your server.
Server Support
Server working
properly?
Ye s
No
Check all cables for loose connections
and verify that all optional devices you
installed are on the ServerProven list.
You can view the ServerProven list at:
http://www.ibm.com/pc/compat
Problem
solved?
Ye s
No
Use the troubleshooting
information provided with
your server to determine
the cause of the problem
and the action to take.
Register and profile your server
After you register and profile, you will be able to:
• Diagnose problems using the IBM Online Assistant
• Participate in the IBM discussion forum
• Receive e-mail notifications of technical updates
related to your profiled products
Register at:
Profile at:
http://www.ibm.com/pc/register
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support
You can view a list of
IBM Help Center phone numbers at:
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support
Problem
solved?
Ye s
No
Flash the latest levels of BIOS,
service processor, diagnostics,
and RAID code.
You can download this code at:
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support
Ye s
Problem
solved?
No
Phone an
IBM Help Center
IBM xSeries 240
Installation Guide
Note
Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information in Appendix A,
“Product warranties and notices” on page 41.
First Edition (October 2000)
Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2000. All rights reserved.
Note to U.S. Government Users — Documentation related to restricted rights — Use, duplication or disclosure is subject to
restrictions set forth in GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.
Contents
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Handling static-sensitive devices ............................ x
Chapter 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features and specifications ............................... 2
Notices used in this book ................................ 4
Major components of the xSeries 240 server ..................... 4
Chapter 2. Installing options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Working inside a server with power on ........................ 9
Working with adapters .................................. 9
Installing memory modules .............................. 16
Installing a hot-swap drive ............................... 18
Installing a microprocessor .............................. 21
Installing a power supply ............................... 24
Cabling the server ................................... 27
Chapter 3. Starting the server ........................... 29
Controls and indicators ................................ 29
Operator information panel .............................. 32
Chapter 4. Configuring your server ....................... 33
Using the ServerGuide CDs .............................. 34
System management solutions ............................ 34
Chapter 5. Solving problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
POST beep code descriptions ............................ 35
POST error messages ................................. 36
ServerGuide startup problems ............................ 37
Troubleshooting charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Appendix A. Product warranties and notices ................. 41
Warranty Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Electronic emission notices .............................. 53
Power cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
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Safety
Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.
Před instalací tohoto produktu si přečtěte příručku bezpečnostních instrukcí.
Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.
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
Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.
Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.
Pred inštaláciou tohto zariadenia si pečítaje Bezpečnostné predpisy.
Antes de instalar este producto lea la información de seguridad.
Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.
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DANGER
Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication
cables is hazardous.
To avoid a shock hazard:
– Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform instal-
lation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product
during an electrical storm.
– Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded
electrical outlet.
– Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be
attached to this product.
– When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect
signal cables.
– Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire,
water, or structural damage.
– 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.
– Connect and disconnect cables as described in the fol-
lowing table when installing, moving, or opening covers on
this product or attached devices.
To Connect:
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.
To Disconnect:
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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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:
– Throw or immerse into water
– Heat to more than 100°C (212°F)
– Repair or disassemble
Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
Safety vii
Some server models are equipped from the factory with a CD-ROM drive.
CD-ROM drives are also sold separately as options. The CD-ROM drive is a laser
product. The CD-ROM drive is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements
of the Department of Health and Human Services 21 Code of Federal Regulations
(DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class 1 laser products. Elsewhere, the drive is
certified to conform to the requirements of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825 and CENELEC EN 60 825 for Class 1 laser products.
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CAUTION:
When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic
devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following:
– 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.
– 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.
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18 kg (37 lbs)
CAUTION:
Use safe practices when lifting.
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.
2
1
32 kg (70.5 lbs) 55 kg (121.2 lbs)
Safety
ix
Handling static-sensitive devices
Attention: Static electricity can damage electronic devices and your system. To
avoid damage, keep static sensitive devices in their static protective bag until you
are ready to install them.
To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, observe the following precautions:
Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around
you.
Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.
Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed printed circuitry.
Do not leave the device where others can handle and possibly damage the
device.
While the device is still in its anti-static package, touch it to an unpainted metal
part of the system unit for at least two seconds. (This drains static electricity
from the package and from your body.)
Remove the device from its package and install it directly into your system unit
without setting it down. If it is necessary to set the device down, place it on its
static-protective package. (If your device is an adapter, place it component side
up.) Do not place the device on your system unit cover or on a metal table.
Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather as heating
reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity.
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Chapter 1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing an IBM
xSeries 240. This Installation Guide
provides the information needed to:
Set up and cable your server
Start and configure your server
Install your network operating system (NOS)
Packaged with this Installation Guide are software CDs that you can use to configure hardware, install device drivers, and install the network operating system
(NOS).
Also included is an IBM xSeries Documentation CD, which provides detailed information about your server.
Your server comes with a three-year limited warranty and IBM Server Start Up
Support. If you have access to the World Wide Web, you can obtain up-to-date
information about your server model and other IBM server products at the following
World Wide Web address:
http://www.ibm.com/eserver/xseries
If you purchased a rack model of the xSeries 240 server, use the Rack Installation
Instructions provided with this book to install the server in a rack.
Record and retain the following information.
Product name
Machine type
Model
Serial number
Key serial number
The server serial number and other identification numbers are located on labels on
the rear of the server and on the front of the server under the trim bezel.
Note: Your server keys cannot be duplicated by locksmiths. If you lose them,
order replacement keys from the key manufacturer. The key serial number
and phone number of the manufacturer are on a tag attached to the keys.
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Features and specifications
The following table summarizes the features of the xSeries 240 server.
Microprocessor
Intel
32 KB of level-1 cache
256 KB of level-2 cache (min.)
Expandable to two microprocessors
Memory
Standard: 128 MB (min), expandable
133 MHz, registered, error correcting
Four dual inline memory-module
Diskette Drive
Standard: One 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB
Hard Disk Drives
Up to six hot-swappable hard disk
CD-ROM Drive
Standard: 40X IDE
Keyboard and Auxiliary Device
(standard only on tower models)
Keyboard
Mouse
Expansion Bays
Six slim (1-inch) or three half-high
Three 5.25-inch non-hot-swap bays
Pentium III microprocessor
with MMX technology and SIMD
extensions
to 4 GB
code (ECC), synchronous dynamic
random access memory (SDRAM)
(complying with PC 133 SDRAM Registered DIMM Specification, Revision
1.0 or later). When installed in
systems using 100 MHz front-side
bus microprocessors, the memory
operates at 100 MHz.
(DIMM) sockets
drives supported
(1.6-inch) hot-swap drive bays
(one contains the CD-ROM drive)
Table 1. Server features
Expansion Slots
Up to five PCI adapters supported.
Three 64-bit hot-plug PCI slots
Two standard (non-hot-plug) 32-bit
PCI slots
Upgradable Microcode
BIOS, diagnostics, and Advanced
System Management Processor
upgrades (when available) can
update EEPROMs on the system
board
Security Features
Door and side cover lock (tower
model only)
Power-on and administrator pass-
words
Selectable drive-startup
Keyboard password
System management security
– User log-in password
– Read-only or read/write access
– Dial back
Predictive Failure Analysis (PFA)
Alerts
Power supplies
Fans
Memory
Hard disk drives
Microprocessors
Voltage regulator modules (VRMs)
Integrated Functions
Two serial ports
Two universal serial bus (USB) ports
One parallel port
Mouse port
Keyboard port
Video port
Advanced System Management Inter-
connect port
Two SCSI ports (one internal, one
external)
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet port
(controller on system board)
Redundant Ethernet capability,
through the use of an optional
network interface card (NIC)
Advanced System Management
Processor on system board
Dedicated Advanced System Man-
agement I/O port
Video controller (with 4MB video
memory) compatible with:
– Super video graphics array
(SVGA)
– Video graphics adapter (VGA)
Power Supply
Two 250 W (115–230 V ac)
– Standard - 500 W non-redundant,
250 W redundant
– Optional - Additional 250 W
power supply is available for
500 W redundancy
Automatic voltage range selection
Built-in overload and surge protection
Automatic restart after a loss of
power
Redundant Cooling
Three hot-swap fans
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The following table provides the specifications for the xSeries 240 server.
Size (Tower Model)
– Depth: 659.3 mm (26 in.)
– Height: 426.5 mm (16.8 in.)
– Width: 217.3 mm (8.6 in.)
Size (Rack Model)
– Depth: 629.3 mm (24.8 in.)
– Height: 217.3 mm (8.6 in.)
(5 U)
– Width: 426.6 mm (16.8 in.)
Weight (Tower Model)
Minimum configuration: 26.6 kg
(58.6 lb)
Maximum configuration: 37.5 kg
(82.7 lb)
Weight (Rack Model)
Minimum configuration: 25.3 kg
(55.8 lb)
Maximum configuration: 36.2 kg
(79.8 lb)
Heat Output
Approximate heat output in British
Thermal Units (Btu) per hour:
– Minimum configuration:
683 Btu (200 watts)
– Maximum configuration:
2048 Btu (600 watts)
Table 2. Server specifications
Electrical Input
Sine-wave input (50 to 60 Hz) is
required
Input voltage:
– Low range:
- Minimum: 90 V ac
- Maximum: 137 V ac
– High range:
- Minimum: 180 V ac
- Maximum: 265 V ac
– Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA)
approximately:
- Minimum configuration as
shipped: 0.08 kVA
- Maximum configuration:
0.52 kVA
Power Available for Drives
Each hot-swap drive bay:
– +5 V dc line: 15 A
– +12 V dc line: 17.2 A
Acoustical Noise Emissions Values
Sound power, idling: 6.6 bel
maximum
Sound power, operating: 6.8 bel
maximum
Sound pressure, operating: 67 dBa
maximum
Environment
Air temperature:
– Server on: 10° to 35° C
(50° to 95° F)
Altitude: 0 to 914 m (3000 ft.)
– Server on: 10° to 32° C
(50° to 90° F)
Altitude: 914 m (3000 ft.) to
2133 m (7000 ft.)
– Server off: 10° to 43° C
(50° to 110° F)
Maximum Altitude: 2133 m
(7000 ft.)
Humidity:
– Server on: 8% to 80%
– Server off: 8% to 80%
Maximum altitude: 2133 m
(7000 ft)
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Notices used in this book
This book contains information notices that relate to a specific topic. The Caution
and Danger notices also appear in the multilingual Safety Information book provided on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Each notice is numbered for easy
reference to the corresponding notices in the multilingual book.
The notice definitions are as follows:
Notes
These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice.
Attention
These notices indicate possible damage to programs, devices, or data. An
attention notice is placed just before the instruction or situation in which
damage could occur.
Caution
These notices indicate situations that can be potentially hazardous to you. A
caution notice is placed just before a description of a potentially hazardous procedure step or situation.
Danger
These notices indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or extremely hazardous to you. A danger notice is placed just before a description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or situation.
Major components of the xSeries 240 server
The orange color on components and labels in your server identifies hot–swap
components. This means that you can install or remove the component while the
system is running, provided that your system is configured to support this function.
The blue color on components and labels indicates touch points where a component can be gripped, a latch moved and so on.
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The following illustration shows the locations of major components in your server.
Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.
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2 Diskette drive
3 Removable-media-bay filler panel
4 CD-ROM drive
5 Bezel
6 Front door
7 Hot-swap hard disk drive
8 Side cover release lever
9 Diagnostic panel
12 Processor board
13 System board
14 Side cover
15 Microprocessor 1
16 Microprocessor terminator
(or microprocessor 2)
17 DIMM sockets
18 Fan
19 Power supply
1 Adapter support bracket
11 Fan assembly
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System board component locations
1 Dual serial and PCI hot-plug control switch con-
nector (J1)
2 Processor board connector (J4, J8)
3 Operator information panel connector (J29)
4 Reserved (J32)
5 Reserved (J10)
6 Diskette drive connector (J23)
7 Diagnostic LED panel connector (J6)
8 Reserved (J17)
9 Internal LVD (low voltage differential) SCSI con-
nector (J25) (with extender cable on bracket)
1 PCI slots 1 and 2 (on primary PCI bus A)
11 IDE connector (J27)
12 Power control and reset panel cable connector
(J18)
13 Advanced System Management Interconnect con-
nector (J35)
14 Battery
15 PCI (hot-plug) slots 3–5 (on primary PCI bus B)
16 Jumper block (J20)
17 PCI slot Power Good LEDs
18 Internal PCI slot Attention LEDs
19 External PCI slot Attention LEDs
2 Advanced System Management adapter connector
(J21)
21 External LVD SCSI/parallel port connector (J19)
22 Serial/video port connector (J11)
23 USB 1 and USB 2 port connectors (J9) (USB 2 is
below USB 1.)
24 Ethernet port connector (J7)
25 Mouse and keyboard connectors (J5) (The mouse
connector is above the keyboard connector.)
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Processor board component locations
1 DIMM connector 4 (J1)
2 DIMM connector 3 (J2)
3 DIMM connector 2 (J3)
4 DIMM connector 1 (J4)
5 Microprocessor 2 connector (U6)
6 Reserved (J15)
7 Microprocessor 2 Error LED (CR13)
8 Reserved (J19)
9 Power supply connector (J6)
1 Power supply connector (J11)
11 Power supply connector (J12)
12 Power supply connector (J14)
13 VRM 2 connector (J13)
14 VRM 2 Error LED (CR19)
15 VRM 1 Error LED (CR17)
16 VRM 1 connector (J5)
17 Fans 1 and 2 connector (J8)
18 Switch block 2 (SW2)
19 Switch block 1 (SW1) (might not be present on
your server)
2 Microprocessor 1 Error LED (CR12)
21 Microprocessor 1 connector (U5)
22 System board connectors (J9 and J25) (on
reverse side of processor board)
23 DIMM 1 Error LED (CR8)
24 DIMM 2 Error LED (CR9)
25 DIMM 3 Error LED (CR10)
26 DIMM 4 Error LED (CR11)
27 Fan 3 connector (J10)
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Chapter 2. Installing options
This chapter provides the basic information needed to install hardware options in
your server. This section is for all users, but is written with the experienced user in
mind.
If you need more detailed installation information, refer to the User's Reference on
the xSeries Documentation CD.
Working inside a server with power on
Your server supports hot-swap drives, fans, and power supplies and is designed to
operate safely while turned on with the cover removed. Follow these guidelines
when you work inside a server that is turned on:
Avoid 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.
Do not allow your necktie or scarf to hang inside the server.
Remove jewelry, such as bracelets, rings, necklaces, and loose-fitting wrist
watches.
Remove items from your shirt pocket (such as pens and pencils) that could fall
into the server as you lean over it.
Take care to avoid dropping any metallic objects, such as paper clips, hair pins,
or screws, into the server.
Working with adapters
You can install up to five peripheral component interconnect (PCI) adapters in the
expansion slots on the system board.
In three of the PCI slots, you can install a new PCI adapter or replace an existing
PCI adapter with the same type of adapter without turning off the server power and
restarting the system, if these features are supported by your operating system.
These slots are called hot-pluggable PCI slots. They are also referred to as hotplug PCI or Active PCI slots.
The two remaining PCI slots support standard (non-hot-plug) PCI adapters.
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The following illustration shows the location of the PCI expansion slots on the
system board.
1 Non-hot-plug 32-bit PCI slots 1 and 2 (on PCI bus A)
2 Hot-plug 64-bit PCI slots 3–5 (on PCI bus B)
3 Power LEDs for hot-swap slots
4 Internal Attention LEDs for hot-swap slots
5 External Attention LEDs for hot-swap slots
LEDs for hot-plug PCI slots
Each hot-plug PCI slot has three LEDs associated with it — two Attention LEDs
and one Power LED.
Power LED: This LED is on when the hot-plug PCI slot is active and has
power. An adapter must not be added to or removed from the PCI slot when
the Power LED is on. When this LED is off, the PCI slot is inactive and has no
power applied. An adapter can be installed when the Power LED for the PCI
slot is off. Refer to your operating system documentation to determine if it supports hot-plug PCI adapters, and, if so, how to disable the hot-plug PCI slot.
Attention LEDs: Each hot-plug PCI slot has an Attention LED that is visible
from the rear of the server and one that can be seen from inside the server.
(The LEDs have the same meaning; they are duplicated to be visible from
outside or inside the server.) An Attention LED flashes approximately once per
second when it is on. The meaning of the Attention LEDs is defined by your
operating system. Refer to your operating system documentation to determine
if it supports hot-plug PCI adapters and, if so, what the Attention LEDs indicate.
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