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pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4
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SA38-0605-01

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  • Page 1 ERserver pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 Installation Guide SA38-0605-01...
  • Page 3 ERserver pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 Installation Guide SA38-0605-01...
  • Page 4 A reader’s comment form is provided at the back of this publication. If the form has been removed, address comments to Information Development, Department H6DS-905-6C006, 11501 Burnet Road, Austin, Texas 78758-3493. To send comments electronically, use this commercial internet address: aix6kpub@austin.ibm.com. Any information that you supply may be used without incurring any obligation to you.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Notices. . vii Rack Safety Instructions . . vii Electrical Safety . . viii Laser Safety Information . . ix Laser Compliance . . ix Data Integrity and Verification . . xi About This Book . xiii ISO 9000 .
  • Page 6 Step 21: Are You Using an Ethernet Connection? . . 37 Step 22: Connect the Power Cables to the System . . 38 Step 23: Attaching Cables to the Model 6C4 Cable Management Arm . 39 Step 24. Connect the Power Cables to Electrical Outlets . .
  • Page 7 Front Bezel Removal (Model 6E4) . . 63 Front Bezel Replacement (Model 6E4) . . 63 Install the Hardware Management Console (HMC) . . 64 Position the HMC and Monitor. . 64 Connect the Cables . . 64 Connect the 8-Port Adapter Cables . .
  • Page 8 United Kingdom Telecommunications Safety Requirements . . 134 Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada . . 134 Industry Canada Class A Emission Compliance Statement . . 134 VCCI Statement . . 134 Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Statement - Taiwan . .

  • Page 9: Safety Notices

    Safety Notices A danger notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causing death or serious personal injury. Danger notices appear on the following pages: v viii v 10 v 124 v 49 A caution notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causing moderate or minor personal injury.

  • Page 10: Electrical Safety

    Electrical Safety Observe the following safety instructions any time you are connecting or disconnecting devices attached to the workstation. In the system you are about to setup or service: v The ac power interface connector is considered the main power disconnect device. v This system has redundant power supply capabilities, meaning that it has the ability to have two power supplies running simultaneously in the same system unit.

  • Page 11: Laser Safety Information

    CAUTION: All IBM laser modules are designed so that there is never any human access to laser radiation above a class 1 level during normal operation, user maintenance, or prescribed service conditions. Data processing environments can contain equipment transmitting on system links with laser modules that operate at greater than class 1 power levels.
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  • Page 13: Data Integrity And Verification

    Users should periodically check the IBM support websites for updated information and fixes applicable to the system and related software.
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  • Page 15: About This Book

    ISO 9000 registered quality systems were used in the development and manufacturing of this product. Online Publications IBM Eserver pSeries publications are available online. To access the online books, visit our Web site at: http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/pseries/library/hardware_docs/ Related Publications The following publications provide additional information about your system: v The pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 User’s Guide , order number SA38-0606,...

  • Page 16: Ergonomic Information

    The Healthy Computing Web site gives ergonomic guidelines to help you understand the ergonomic considerations that you should know when working at a computer workstation. The address is: http://www.us.pc.ibm.com/healthycomputing Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in...

  • Page 17: Chapter 1. Getting Started

    Chapter 1. Getting Started This chapter helps you get started with installing and configuring the pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 environment. The following information is included in the chapter: v Eserver pSeries Roadmap v Documentation Overview - Brief description of the printed and softcopy documentation shipped including targeted audience v Configuring Online Documentation - How to install and view the online documentation.
  • Page 18 The Eserver pSeries Roadmap helps you locate marketing, service, and customer task information. The roadmap guides you through the tasks and the publications that document those tasks. Eserver pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 Installation Guide...

  • Page 19: Documentation Overview

    Planning Information site preparation tasks, such as system floor-planning, electrical needs, air administrators conditioning, and other site-planning considerations. IBM Hardware Provides information on how to System printed Management Console for configure and use a Hardware administrators pSeries Operations Guide Management Console (HMC).
  • Page 20 Table 3. Using the System Documentation Title Description Audience Type IBM Hardware Provides information on how to System printed Management Console for configure and use a Hardware administrators pSeries Operations Guide Management Console (HMC). softcopy pSeries 630 Model 6C4 Provides using, problem...

  • Page 21: Configuring Online Documentation

    It is not necessary to install the operating system’s online documentation onto your system. You can access all of the documentation through the Internet at the following Web address: http://www.ibm.com/servers/aix/library However, if you use the Documentation Library Service to search any online documentation, it searches only the registered documentation that is installed.
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  • Page 23: Chapter 2. Setting Up The System

    Chapter 2. Setting Up the System To set up your system, follow the procedures in this chapter. Step 1. Check Your Inventory pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 h ″About Your Machine″ Document h Books, CD-ROM and Other Media h Power Cables (1 standard, 2 optional) h 9-Pin to 25-Pin Serial Converters (2) (optional)

  • Page 24: Eserver Pseries 630 Model 6C4 And Model 6E4

    Inventory table continued from the previous page. h Display, Cable (optional), and Cable Toroid h Keyboard (optional) Wrist/Palm Rest (optional) (optional) h Mouse (optional) Eserver pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 hModel 6C4 hModel 6E4 Eserver pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 Installation Guide...

  • Page 25: Model 6C4 (Rack Mount) Only

    Model 6C4 (Rack Mount) Only h Rack-Mounting Template h 2 Slide Rail Assemblies h Rack-Mounting Kit contains: h Cable Management Arm 8 system to rail screws, 8 rail to rack screws, 2 nut clips, 2 latch-mounting brackets, 2 system-retaining thumbscrews, 4 alignment pin brackets, 8 assorted alignment pins, 1 strip of self adhesive placement dots...

  • Page 26: Step 2. Need Help

    Step 2. Need Help? If you encounter difficulties while setting up your system unit, contact your sales representative for assistance. Step 3. Read the Safety Notices Before continuing, read the following safety information. Do not plug any cables into the system, adapters, or electrical outlets until you have reviewed this information.

  • Page 27: Step 4. Are You Installing A Model 6C4 (Rack Mount) Or A Model 6E4 (Deskside)

    CAUTION: This product is equipped with a three-wire power cable and plug for the user’s safety. Use this power cable with a properly grounded electrical outlet to avoid electrical shock. DANGER To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect all power cables from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.

  • Page 28: Step 5. Read The Rack Safety Instructions

    Step 5. Read the Rack Safety Instructions Before continuing, make sure you review the following instructions for mounting the system drawer into the rack. If the system drawer was shipped already mounted in a rack, go to Chapter 4, “Installing Options for the Model 6C4 and Model 6E4” on page 49.

  • Page 29: Step 6. Attach The Mounting Hardware To The Rack Enclosure

    Step 6. Attach the Mounting Hardware to the Rack Enclosure Before performing this procedure, read through each step and study the illustrations. Attention: Mounting the rails is a complicated procedure. To install the rack rails correctly, you must read, then perform each procedure step in the order given.
  • Page 30 Notes: a. The system rails are front-to-back and left-to-right side dependent when you are standing in the front of and facing the rack. The rails are labeled on the front lower corner, left or right. The back of the rails can be identified by the two large alignment pins and the rail-length adjusting plate.
  • Page 31 4 Right Rail Assembly 8 Inner-Rail Safety Release Latch 2. Remove the front rack door, and if necessary, remove the rear rack door. For 7014 Model T00 and T42 racks, refer to 7014 Model T00 and T42 Rack Installation and Service Guide , order number SA38-0577, for information about removing the rack doors.
  • Page 32 3. If you do not have a rack-mounting template, go to step 4. Using the rack-mounting template, determine where in the rack to place the system, make note of the Electronics Industries Association (EIA) location number. Note: The rack-mounting template has printed illustrations located on the front of the template.
  • Page 33 The following illustration shows a 1 EIA section and a 4 EIA section. Depending on the rack manufacture the EIA sections may be separated by either color or by a line. Note the holes along the rail are not evenly spaced. If your rack has no color or line separation between EIAs, then assume that each EIA section begins where the hole spacing is closest together.
  • Page 34 2) Anytime a populated rack is being moved, your system drawers should be secured with two retaining thumbscrews threaded through the nut clips. This secures the system front bezel and system chassis to the rack. 3) There is an 8 hole span when counting from the nut clip to the bottom dot. e.
  • Page 35 6. Position yourself at the front of the rack. 7. Facing the rack, note the EIA position of the two placement dots previously installed. Insert the rail’s rear alignment pins into the corresponding EIA holes located on the rear flange. 8.
  • Page 36 11. Finger-tighten a second retaining screw through the top screw hole of the latch-bracket. After the latch bracket is in place, ensure that both screws are finger-tight. Attention: Do not tighten any of the screws more than finger-tight until instructed to do so.
  • Page 37 1 Rail Assembly (Labeled ″Left″ in the Front Lower Corner) 2 Rack to Cable Management Arm Bracket 3 Top Rear Alignment Pin 4 Bottom Screw 5 Top Screw 18. Locate the bracket that attaches the cable management arm to the rack flange. 19.

  • Page 38: Step 7. Install The Model 6C4 Into The Rack Enclosure

    Step 7. Install the Model 6C4 into the Rack Enclosure Attention: When installing this system drawer into a rack, ensure that a hazardous condition is not created due to uneven mechanical loading If your rack uses a stabilizer bar, it must be firmly attached before installing or removing this system. To mount the Model 6C4 into the rack, do the following: 1.
  • Page 39 9. If you are planning to move the rack after installing the system, fasten the system drawer to the rack enclosure by inserting transport retaining screws through each side of the bezel and chassis bracket. Each screw is held in place with a nut clip positioned over a predetermined rack flange hole.

  • Page 40: Step 8: Install The Cable Management Arm

    Step 8: Install the Cable Management Arm To install the Model 6C4 cable management arm, do the following: 1. Attach the cable carrier support bracket to the back of the chassis with two screws. 2. Place the two captive snap buttons, located on the cable management arm, into the unlocked (pulled out) position.

  • Page 41: Step 9. Are All Of The Internal Options Installed

    For more information on arranging your workstation, visit the Healthy Computing Web address at: http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/healthycomputing. v Be sure to maintain at least 51 mm (2 inches) of space on the sides of the system unit and 152 mm (6 inches) at the rear of the system unit to allow the system unit to cool properly.

  • Page 42: Step 11. Check Your Display Or Console Type

    Step 11. Check Your Display or Console Type Notes: 1. If you are using an ASCII terminal with a keyboard as the console for this system, and do not have a graphics display to connect, refer to “Step 16. Connect the Serial and Parallel Devices”...

  • Page 43: Step 12. Are You Connecting To An Hardware Management Console (Hmc)

    Step 12. Are You Connecting to an Hardware Management Console (HMC)? If your HMC is already connected, continue with this step. If your HMC has not been previously installed refer to “Install the Hardware Management Console (HMC)” on page 64. After you complete the HMC installation procedure, return here and complete this step.

  • Page 44: Step 13. Attach The Display Cable Toroid

    Step 13. Attach the Display Cable Toroid If the cable for your display does not include a toroid, locate the toroid shipped with your system and follow the installation instructions included with the toroid. 1 Display Cable Toroid Eserver pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 Installation Guide...

  • Page 45: Step 14. Connect The Graphics Display

    Step 14. Connect the Graphics Display Note: If you are using an ASCII terminal as the console for this system, and do not have a graphics display to connect, continue with “Step 16. Connect the Serial and Parallel Devices” on page 31. As shown in “Step 13.

  • Page 46: Step 15. Connect The Keyboard And Mouse (When Using A Graphics Display)

    Step 15. Connect the Keyboard and Mouse (When Using a Graphics Display) Note: Before doing this step, read and understand “Step 3. Read the Safety Notices” on page 10. If a wrist/palm rest was included with your keyboard and you want to attach it, refer to the keyboard documentation for installation instructions.

  • Page 47: Step 16. Connect The Serial And Parallel Devices

    Step 16. Connect the Serial and Parallel Devices Notes: 1. Before doing this step, read and understand “Step 3. Read the Safety Notices” on page 10. 2. This system drawer is equipped with serial port 1 located in the front and rear of the system.
  • Page 48 If you have a parallel device (such as a printer), connect it to the parallel connector (4). 1 Serial Port 1 Connector 1a Serial Port 1 Front Connector (RJ48) 2 Serial Port 2 Connector 3 Serial Port 3 Connector 4 Parallel Connector Eserver pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 Installation Guide...

  • Page 49: Step 17. Connect The Adapter Cables

    Step 17. Connect the Adapter Cables Note: Before doing this step, read and understand “Step 3. Read the Safety Notices” on page 10. If you are using any optional adapters (such as token ring or 8-port EIA-232), connect the cables to the appropriate adapter connectors in the PCI slots of your machine. For the locations of installed adapters, consult the ″About Your Machine″...

  • Page 50: Step 18: Connect The First External Scsi Device

    Step 18: Connect the First External SCSI Device 1. Connect the SCSI cable to the SCSI connector. 2. Connect the other end of the SCSI cable to the SCSI device. 3. If this is the last device connected, connect the SCSI device terminator. If this is not the last device connected, go to the next step.

  • Page 51: Step 19: Connect Any Additional External Scsi Devices

    Step 19: Connect Any Additional External SCSI Devices 1. Locate the last SCSI device in the chain from the system. 2. Remove the SCSI terminator (1) from the last SCSI device in the chain. 3. Connect the new SCSI cable (2) to the SCSI connector on the last SCSI device. 4.

  • Page 52: Step 20. Are You Using The Rack Indicator Feature

    Step 20. Are You Using the Rack Indicator Feature? The rack indicator feature signals when a drawer installed in a rack has a failure. Ask your system administrator if you are unsure whether you are using the rack indicator feature. If you are not using the rack indicator feature, continue to “Step 21: Are You Using an Ethernet Connection?”...

  • Page 53: Step 21: Are You Using An Ethernet Connection

    Step 21: Are You Using an Ethernet Connection? Ask your system administrator if you are unsure whether you are using an Ethernet connection. If you are not using Ethernet or you have already connected your Ethernet to an adapter, continue to “Step 22: Connect the Power Cables to the System” on page 38.

  • Page 54: Step 22: Connect The Power Cables To The System

    Step 22: Connect the Power Cables to the System Plug the power cables into the system, display, and attached devices. Notes: 1. This system drawer could be equipped with two power supplies. Each power supply needs its own power cable. 2.

  • Page 55: Step 23: Attaching Cables To The Model 6C4 Cable Management Arm

    Step 23: Attaching Cables to the Model 6C4 Cable Management Arm To attach the external cables to the cable management arm, do the following: 1. Put the system into the service position. Refer to “Placing the Model 6C4 into the Service Position”...

  • Page 56: Step 24. Connect The Power Cables To Electrical Outlets

    Step 24. Connect the Power Cables to Electrical Outlets Connect the power source to the system unit. When connected to the power source, the operator panel displays OK, and the green power LED blinks at a fast rate. 9xxx checkpoints appear in the operator panel display. When the power-on sequence is complete, the power LER on the operator panel stops blinking and remains on.

  • Page 57: Step 26: Start Your System

    Follow the instructions on your display. The AIX Documentation library is available at the following web address: http://www.ibm.com/servers/aix/library/techpubs.html. AIX documentation is also contained on the AIX Documentation CD. The documentation information is made accessible by loading the documentation CD files onto the hard disk or by mounting the CD in the CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 58: Step 27. Accessing Documentation For Your New System

    To access the hardware documentation on the Web, go to: http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/pseries/library/hardware_docs Installation, using, and service documentation is available from this Web site. To order printed versions of the books that are available in hardcopy, go to: http://www.ibm.com/shop/publications/order...

  • Page 59: Chapter 3. Verifying The Hardware Operation

    Chapter 3. Verifying the Hardware Operation The system verification procedure checks the system for correct hardware operation. If you have a problem with your system in the future, use this procedure to test the system hardware to help you determine if you have a hardware problem. Run the system verification procedure as described in the following steps.

  • Page 60: Step 2. Loading The Diagnostics

    Step 2. Loading the Diagnostics Note: If the system is in standby mode (Power-On LED on the operator panel is slowly blinking and the operator panel displays OK), or if your system is not running and is not connected to a HMC, go to step 4. If you are connected to an HMC, go to “Step 1.

  • Page 61: Step 3. Running The Verification Procedure

    Step 3. Running the Verification Procedure When the Diagnostic Operating Instructions display, do the following to run system verification: 1. Press Enter. 2. If the terminal type has not been defined, you must use the Initialize Terminal option on the Function Selection menu to initialize the operating system environment before you can continue with the diagnostics.

  • Page 62: Running System Verification When Connected To An Hmc

    8. Select Power On. 9. Select the Power on Diagnostic Stored Boot list option (refer to Full System Management Tasks in the IBM Hardware Management Console for pSeries Operations Guide , order number SA38-0590, for more information on full system partitions).

  • Page 63: Step 2. Running The Verification Procedure

    Step 2. Running the Verification Procedure When the Diagnostic Operating Instructions display, do the following to run system verification: 1. Press Enter. 2. If the terminal type has not been defined, you must use the Initialize Terminal option on the Function Selection menu to initialize the operating system environment before you can continue with the diagnostics.
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  • Page 65: Chapter 4. Installing Options For The Model 6C4 And Model 6E4

    Chapter 4. Installing Options for the Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 This chapter provides instructions to help you add options to your system. Some option removal instructions are provided, in case you need to remove one option to install another. If you have several internal options to install, these instructions enable you to add them all at one time.

  • Page 66: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    CAUTION: This unit has more than one power cord. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect two power supply cords before servicing. Note: This unit will only have two power cables if the redundant power supply feature is installed. Notes: 1.

  • Page 67: Options And Task List

    Options and Task List Option/Task Option/Task Name and Page Location Adapters “PCI Adapters” on page 73 Battery “Replacing the Battery” on page 119 Bezels “Bezels” on page 61 Bezel Door “Bezel Door (Model 6E4)” on page 60 CD-ROM Drive “Media Drives (Diskette, CD-ROM, Tape, or Disk Drive)” on page 100 Covers “Covers”...

  • Page 68: Stopping The System

    Stopping the System Attention: When shutting down your system to install options, shut down all applications first and then shut down the operating system. The system power turns off and the system goes into standby mode when the operating system is shut down. Before removing power from the system, ensure that the shutdown process is complete.

  • Page 69: Placing The Model 6C4 Into The Service Position

    Placing the Model 6C4 into the Service Position Attention: When placing the Model 6C4 into the service position, it is essential that all stability plates are firmly in position to prevent the rack from toppling. Ensure that only one system drawer is in the service position at a time. Before doing any service actions inside the Model 6C4, you must put the system into the service position.

  • Page 70: Returning The Model 6C4 To The Operating Position

    1 Model 6C4 4 Stabilizing Bar 2 19 Inch Rack 5 Front Rack Door 3 Extension Rail Safety Release Tab 6 System Drawer Release Latch After completing the service actions, return the system to the operating position. Returning the Model 6C4 to the Operating Position To return the Model 6C4 to the operating position, do the following: 1.

  • Page 71: Covers

    Covers Before performing the following procedure, read the “Safety Notices” on page vii. Service Access Cover Removal (Model 6C4) To remove the service access cover, do the following: 1. Ensure the rack has been correctly stabilized before opening the front and rear rack doors.

  • Page 72: Outer Side Cover Removal (Model 6E4)

    Outer Side Cover Removal (Model 6E4) To remove the outer side cover, do the following: 1. Loosen the thumbscrew on the rear of the cover. See the following illustration for the thumbscrew location. 2. Slide the cover toward the rear of the system. This releases the 4 locking tab slots located on the top flange of the outer side cover.

  • Page 73: Service Access Cover Removal (Model 6E4)

    Service Access Cover Removal (Model 6E4) To remove the service access cover, do the following: 1. Remove the Model 6E4’s outer side cover as described in “Outer Side Cover Removal (Model 6E4)” on page 56. 2. Loosen the three captive thumbscrews located on the rear of the cover. See the following illustration for thumbscrew locations.

  • Page 74: Service Access Cover Replacement (Model 6E4)

    Service Access Cover Replacement (Model 6E4) To replace the service access cover, do the following: 1. Align the service access cover with the side of the system, about 25 mm (1 inch) from the front of the system. The flanges on the top and bottom of the cover wrap around the system chassis.

  • Page 75: Model 6E4 Back Cover Replacement

    Model 6E4 Back Cover Replacement To replace the back cover, do the following: 1. Ensure all cables have been connected and are correctly seated. 2. Align the back cover side edges with the side edges of the system chassis back. 3.

  • Page 76: Bezel Door (Model 6E4)

    Bezel Door (Model 6E4) The following procedure covers removal and replacement of the bezel door. Bezel Door Removal (Model 6E4) To remove the bezel door, do the following: 1. Open the bezel door by grasping the bezel door handle. Pull the bezel door out, and away from the system.

  • Page 77: Bezels

    Bezels Before performing the following procedure, read the “Safety Notices” on page vii. Front Bezel Removal (Model 6C4) To remove the bezel, do the following: 1. Open the front rack door and put the system into the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C4 into the Service Position”...

  • Page 78: Front Bezel Replacement (Model 6C4)

    Front Bezel Replacement (Model 6C4) To replace the front bezel, do the following: 1. Open the front rack door and put the system into the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C4 into the Service Position” on page 53. 2.

  • Page 79: Front Bezel Removal (Model 6E4)

    Front Bezel Removal (Model 6E4) To remove the front bezel, do the following: 1. Remove the bezel door as described in “Bezel Door (Model 6E4)” on page 60. 2. Press down on the two bezel-release levers. 3. Pull the top of the bezel out and away from the system chassis. 4.

  • Page 80: Install The Hardware Management Console (Hmc)

    For more information on arranging your workstation, visit the Healthy Computing Web address at: http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/healthycomputing. v Be sure to maintain at least 51 mm (2 inches) of space on the sides of the system unit and 152 mm (6 inches) at the rear of the system unit to allow the system unit to cool properly.
  • Page 81 2. If a label for the monitor was provided with your system, attach the label to the bottom right corner of the monitor. 3. Attach the power cables to the monitor (1). If the HMC has a voltage switch, ensure that it is in the correct position for the supply voltage.
  • Page 82 5. Connect the HMC serial cable into the HMC1 connector, located on the back of your system unit. For two HMCs, connect the redundant HMC serial cable into the HMC2 connector, located on the back of your system unit. The following illustration shows the location of the serial ports on the back of the HMC and the HMC1 and HMC2 connectors located on back of your system unit.

  • Page 83: Connect The 8-Port Adapter Cables

    Connect the 8-Port Adapter Cables If you are using any optional 8-port adapters, connect the cables to the appropriate connectors in slots 1 through 4. Connect the External Modem The external modem is used in conjunction with the HMC’s Service Agent and Call Home features.
  • Page 84 Check the Microswitch Setting on the Modem Check the microswitch settings on the modem. The settings should be set as follows: Switch Position Function Force DTR Flow Control &E4 Down Result Codes Enabled Modem Emulation Disabled *Down Auto Answer Enabled Maximum Throughput Enabled RTS Normal Functions Down...

  • Page 85: Connect The Lan Cable (If Applicable)

    Type the appropriate network information in the IP Address, Name Services, and Routing tabs on the Network Configuration window. v Select OK. For more information on configuring the network, refer to the IBM Hardware Management Console for pSeries Operations Guide , order number SA38-0590. Configure Inventory Scout Services Inventory Scout Services is an AIX tool that surveys managed systems for hardware and software information.
  • Page 86 System Administrator v Advanced Operator v Service Representative Refer to the IBM Hardware Management Console for pSeries Operations Guide for more information on the previous roles. Note: v The partition password requested in step 7 is actually the password for Inventory Scout (invscout) User ID password on the AIX images.

  • Page 87: Configure The Service Agent

    3. Type the information as follows: Customer Contact Name The person that IBM can reach when an error is reported to IBM by the Service Agent. Customer Phone Number The phone number associated with the person whose name is placed in the Customer Contact Name field.
  • Page 88 14. Select your Gateway machine by clicking it. 15. Select Register. The ″Would you like to IGN now″ window displays. 16. Select Yes. The Service Agent is now attempting to connect to the IBM Service Agent server, using the modem you have selected.

  • Page 89: Pci Adapters

    AIX System Management Guide: Operating System and Devices . This publication is available at the following Web address: http://www-1.ibm.com/servers/aix/library/. Select Technical Publications. This publication is also contained on the AIX Documentation CD. The documentation is made accessible by loading the documentation CD onto the hard disk or by mounting the CD in the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 90 5. The PCI Hot-Plug Manager menu displays. Return to the procedure that directed you here. The following section describes the menu options. PCI Hot-Plug Manager Menu The following options are available from the PCI Hot Plug Manager menu: Note: For information about the PCI slot LED states, see “Component LEDs” on page 142.

  • Page 91: Non-Hot-Pluggable Pci Adapter Removal

    Configure a Defined Device Allows a new PCI adapter to be configured into the system if software support is already available for the adapter. The selected PCI slot will go into the On state. Install/Configure Devices Added After IPL The system attempts to configure any new devices and tries to find and install any required software from a user-selected source.
  • Page 92 6. Before handling any card, board, or memory DIMM, touch any metal surface of the chassis with one hand to minimize static electric discharge. Refer to “Handling Static-Sensitive Devices” on page 50. 7. If you are removing a long adapter, make note of how the back edge of the adapter slides into molded grooves located on the back wall of the PCI cooling fan bracket.
  • Page 93 1 System Unit 5 PCI Adapter (dotted lines) being locked into position 2 Adapter Retainer Assembly 6 Adapter Retainer Assembly (in the unlocked position) 3 Adapter Retainer Assembly (retainer 7 PCI Adapter seat down and the retainer clip in the locked position) 4 Adapter Retainer Assembly (retainer seat down and the retainer clip in the...

  • Page 94: Adding Or Replacing A Non-Hot-Pluggable Pci Adapter

    11. If you do not plan to install another adapter into the vacated slot, seal the expansion slot using an expansion-slot cover. If you are installing another adapter, go to “Adding or Replacing a Non-Hot-Pluggable PCI Adapter”. 12. If you have other options to install, refer to “Options and Task List” on page 51. If you do not have other options to install, continue on to the next step.
  • Page 95 10. Carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge, and align the adapter with the expansion slot and its connector on the PCI riser card. 11. Press the adapter firmly into its connector. Attention: When you install an adapter into the system, be sure that it is completely and correctly seated in its connector located on the PCI riser card.

  • Page 96: Hot-Pluggable Pci Adapter Removal

    AIX System Management Guide: Operating System and Devices . This publication is available at the following Web address: http://www-1.ibm.com/servers/aix/library/. Select Technical Publications. This publication is also contained on the AIX Documentation CD. The documentation is made accessible by loading the documentation CD onto the hard disk or by mounting the CD in the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 97 8. Press F4 to display the Device Names menu. 9. Select the adapter you are removing from the menu. 10. Use the Tab key to answer NO to Keep Definition and YES to Unconfigure Child Devices. Press Enter. 11. The ARE YOU SURE screen displays. Press Enter to verify the information. Successful unconfiguration is indicated by the OK message displayed next to the Command field at the top of the screen.
  • Page 98 19. Turn the locking latch and lift the plastic retainer seat off the adapter. 1 System Unit 5 PCI Adapter (dotted lines) being locked into position 2 Adapter Retainer Assembly 6 Adapter Retainer Assembly (in the unlocked position) 3 Adapter Retainer Assembly (retainer 7 PCI Adapter seat down and the retainer clip in the locked position)
  • Page 99 20. Carefully grasp the adapter by the edges and pull it straight out from the PCI riser card. 21. If you are not installing another adapter in this slot, place an expansion slot cover in the adapter slot and then lower the plastic retainer seat over the adapter bracket.

  • Page 100: Replacing A Hot-Pluggable Pci Adapter

    AIX System Management Guide: Operating System and Devices . This publication is available at the following Web address: http://www-1.ibm.com/servers/aix/library/. Select Technical Publications. This publication is also contained on the AIX Documentation CD. The documentation is made accessible by loading the documentation CD onto the hard disk or by mounting the CD in the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 101 8. Select Unconfigure a Device and press Enter. Note: If the adapter or device has a problem that prevents it from being replaced by hot-plug, it must be replaced by shutting down the system. Go to “Adding or Replacing a Non-Hot-Pluggable PCI Adapter” on page 78. 9.
  • Page 102 1 System Unit 5 PCI Adapter (dotted lines) being locked into position 2 Adapter Retainer Assembly 6 Adapter Retainer Assembly (in the unlocked position) 3 Adapter Retainer Assembly (retainer 7 PCI Adapter seat down and the retainer clip in the locked position) 4 Adapter Retainer Assembly (retainer seat down and the retainer clip in the...
  • Page 103 24. Lower the plastic retaining seat over the adapter bracket and rotate the locking latch clockwise until it clicks into the locked position. Some full-length cards can be supported by rotating the blue adapter latch on the right end of the adapter counterclockwise.
  • Page 104 28. Select Install/Configure Devices Added After IPL and press Enter. Then follow the instructions on the screen. Successful replacement is indicated by the OK message displayed next to the Command field at the top of the screen. If your system is set up to run HACMP clustering, do not use Install/Configure Devices Added After IPL.

  • Page 105: Installing A Hot-Pluggable Pci Adapter

    Installing a Hot-Pluggable PCI Adapter Note: This system contains PCI hot-pluggable adapters, so the system does not need to be shut down and the power cables removed before adding or replacing an adapter. To add or install an adapter, do the following: 1.
  • Page 106 13. Rotate the locking retainer clip, lift the plastic stop, and remove the expansion slot cover. 1 System Unit 5 PCI Adapter (dotted lines) being locked into position 2 Adapter Retainer Assembly 6 Adapter Retainer Assembly (in the unlocked position) 3 Adapter Retainer Assembly (retainer 7 PCI Adapter seat down and the retainer clip in the...
  • Page 107 16. Rotate the adapter retainer clip clockwise until it covers the tab at approximately a 45 degree angle. See the following illustration. 1 System Unit 2 Adapter Retainer Assembly (in the unlocked position) 3 Adapter Retainer Assembly (retainer seat down and the retainer clip in the unlocked position) 4 Adapter Retainer Assembly (retainer seat down and the retainer clip in the locked position)

  • Page 108: Fans

    Fans Before performing the following procedure, read “Safety Notices” on page vii. Removing a Processor Fan in a Non-Hot-Swap Environment Note: A processor fan in a non-hot-swap environment means that your system is configured at the factory with one processor fan installed. To put your system into an environment that enables the hot-swapping of the processor fans, you must purchase a second processor fan and insert it into the unused docking connector.
  • Page 109 3. Continue with the procedure in “Hot-Swap Fan Assembly Removal” on page 95. 1 Service Access Cover 4 Finger Holes 2 Processor Card Cooling Fan (Fan 5 Processor Fan Bottom Connector 3 Processor Fan Amber LED 6 Processor Cooling Fans Access Cover Chapter 4.

  • Page 110: Replacing A Processor Fan In A Non-Hot-Swap Environment

    1 Outer Side Cover 5 Processor Fan Bottom Connector 2 Service Access Cover 6 Processor Cooling Fans Access Cover 3 Processor Fan Amber LED 7 Processor Card Cooling Fan (Fan 4 Finger Holes 8 Model 6E4 Replacing a Processor Fan in a Non-Hot-Swap Environment To replace a processor fan in a non-hot-swap environment, do the following: 1.

  • Page 111: Hot-Swap Fan Assembly Removal

    Hot-Swap Fan Assembly Removal This section contains multiple procedures for processor cooling fans and PCI adapter cooling fans. Select the removal procedure according to the hot-swap fan assembly you are servicing. To remove a hot-swap fan, do the following: 1. On a Model 6C4, open the front and rear rack doors and put the system into the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C4 into the Service Position”...
  • Page 112 1 Service Access Cover 7 Processor Cooling Fans Access Cover 2 Processor Fan Amber LED 8 Adapter Cooling Fan Retaining Bracket 3 Finger Holes 9 PCI Adapter Cooling Fan Assembly (Fan #4) 4 Processor Card Cooling Fan (Fan 10 PCI Adapter Cooling Fan Assembly (Fan #3) 5 Processor Card Cooling Fan (Fan 11 PCI Adapter Fan Amber LED...
  • Page 113 1 Outer Side Cover 8 Processor Cooling Fans Access Cover 2 Service Access Cover 9 Processor Card Cooling Fan (Fan 3 Processor Fan Amber LED 10 Adapter Cooling Fan Assembly (Fan #4) 4 Finger Holes 11 Adapter Cooling Fan Assembly (Fan #3) 5 Processor Card Cooling Fan (Fan 12 PCI Adapter Fan Amber LED...

  • Page 114: Hot-Swap Fan Assembly Replacement

    Hot-Swap Fan Assembly Replacement Note: If a fan assembly is being replaced for a redundant failure, after the service repair action is completed, ask the customer to check the crontab file for any power/cooling warning messages. When a power or cooling error is encountered, AIX adds an entry to the crontab file to ″wall″...
  • Page 115 Hot-Swap PCI Adapter Fan Replacement Attention: The system will power off in the event that the failing PCI cooling fan has not been exchanged within five minutes. To replace a hot-swap PCI adapter cooling fan, do the following: 1. Before inserting the fan assembly into the fan cage, ensure that the fan connector located on the fan housing is facing the front of the system.

  • Page 116: Media Drives (Diskette, Cd-Rom, Tape, Or Disk Drive)

    Media Drives (Diskette, CD-ROM, Tape, or Disk Drive) Note: The two media bays can be used to house an Integrated Drive Electronics (IDE) CD-ROM, or a SCSI CD-ROM, diskette, tape drive or DVD. See the following illustration for the location of the two media bays. However, if your system has an IDE CD-ROM, it should be placed in media bay 1.
  • Page 117 1 Service Access Cover 6 Disk Drive (4 Pack) 2 Model 6E4 7 Optional Media Device (for example: Tape Drive, DVD, CD-ROM, Diskette Drive) 3 Diskette Drive Carrier Tray (Media 8 IDE CD-ROM Carrier) 4 Diskette Drive (Optional) 9 Media Carrier Trays 5 Diskette Drive Cage 10 Front Bezel Chapter 4.
  • Page 118 1 Model 6E4Service Access Cover 7 IDE CD-ROM 2 Disk Drive (4 Pack) 8 Diskette Drive Carrier (Optional) 3 Media Carrier Trays 9 Diskette Drive Cage (Optional) 4 Front Bezel 10 Diskette Drive (Optional) 5 Bezel Door 11 Outer Side Cover 6 Optional Media Device (for 12 Service Access Cover example: Tape Drive, DVD,...

  • Page 119: Media Drive Replacement

    Media Drive Replacement To replace a media drive, do the following: 1. Before handling any card, board, or memory DIMM, touch any metal surface of the chassis with one hand to minimize static electric discharge. Refer to “Handling Static-Sensitive Devices” on page 50. 2.

  • Page 120: Hot-Plug Disk Drives

    Hot-Plug Disk Drives Before performing the following procedure, read “Safety Notices” on page vii. Note: You do not have to power off the system to remove a hot-plug disk drive. Before you perform these procedures, ensure that the customer has taken appropriate actions to back up the data for the drive you are removing, and that the drive has been removed from the configuration.

  • Page 121: Hot-Plug Disk Drive Removal

    See the AIX System Management Guide: Operating System and Devices to finish the drive configuration. This publication is available at the following Web address: http://www.ibm.com/systems/aix/library/. Select Technical Publications. This publication is also contained on the AIX Documentation CD. The documentation is made accessible by loading the documentation CD files onto the hard disk or by mounting the CD in the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 122 11. Select the desired disk from the list on the screen and press Enter. 12. Remove the disk drive by placing the handle on the drive to the open position (perpendicular to the drive) and pulling the hot-plug tray from the bay. The lit LED on the disk drive will turn off when the disk drive is removed.

  • Page 123: Hot-Plug Disk Drive Replacement

    Hot-Plug Disk Drive Replacement Attention: Before you perform these procedures, ensure that the customer has taken appropriate actions to back up the data for the drive you are removing, and that the drive has been removed from the configuration. Physically removing a hot-plug drive from the system before it has been removed from the system configuration can cause unrecoverable data corruption.

  • Page 124: Processor Card

    Processor Card Before performing the following procedure, read “Safety Notices” on page vii. Processor Card Removal To remove the processor card, do the following: 1. On a Model 6C4, open the front and rear rack doors and put the system into the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C4 into the Service Position”...
  • Page 125 11. From the bottom of the processor assembly lift the side access cover. The cover is held to the top of the processor assembly by four hinges. Pivot the cover up to reveal the memory DIMMs or DIMM connectors. 12. Remove all memory DIMMs as described in “Memory DIMM Removal” on page 113.
  • Page 126 1 Model 6E4 9 Service Access Cover 2 Media Device Support Shelf 10 Outer Side Cover 3 Media Carrier Trays 11 Processor Access Cover 4 Optional Media Device (for 12 Processor Assembly Lifting and example: Diskette Drive or Release Handles Tape Drive) 5 IDE CD-ROM Drive 13 Processor Card...

  • Page 127: Adding Or Replacing A Processor Card

    Adding or Replacing a Processor Card Notes: 1. Adding an additional processor card or installing a new process card into your system may require the updating of the system firmware. 2. Before handling any card, board, or memory DIMM, touch any metal surface of the chassis with one hand to minimize static electric discharge.
  • Page 128 8. Replace the media support shelf. Tighten the thumbscrew located on the support shelf. Note: When replacing the support shelf, ensure that the lower support leg, located on the bottom side of the support shelf, activates the microswitch located on the CEC backplane.

  • Page 129: Memory Dimms

    Memory DIMMs Before performing the following procedure, read “Safety Notices” on page vii. Memory DIMM Removal To remove the memory DIMMs, do the following: 1. On a Model 6C4, open the front and rear rack doors and put the system into the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C4 into the Service Position”...
  • Page 130 11. From the bottom of the processor assembly lift the side access cover. The cover is held to the top of the processor assembly by four hinges. Pivot the cover up to reveal the memory DIMMs or DIMM connectors. 1 Service Access Cover 6 Memory DIMMs 2 Processor Access Cover 7 7028 Model 6C4...
  • Page 131 1 Model 6E4 9 Service Access Cover 2 Media Device Support Shelf 10 Outer Side Cover 3 Media Carrier Trays 11 Processor Access Cover 4 Optional Media Device (for 12 Processor Cage Processor example: Diskette Drive or Assembly Lifting and Release Tape Drive) Handles 5 IDE CD-ROM Drive...
  • Page 132 12. Locate the memory DIMMs, and determine which DIMM you want to remove. Note: Memory DIMMs must be installed in quads (groups of 4) and in the correct slot. The only two valid slot combinations that you can use are 1, 3, 6, and 8 or 2, 4, 5, and 7.

  • Page 133: Memory Dimm Replacement

    14. Pull the memory DIMM out of the connector, as shown in the following illustration. 1 Connector Tabs (unlocked position) 2 Memory DIMM Memory DIMM Replacement To replace a memory DIMM, do the following: 1. Before handling any card, board, or memory DIMM, touch any metal surface of the chassis with one hand to minimize static electric discharge.
  • Page 134 8. Grasp the release handles located on top of the processor assembly. Pivot the handle upward to 90 degrees. This action puts the handle cams into the correct position to help seat the processor card connector into the docking connector located on the CEC backplane.

  • Page 135: Replacing The Battery

    Replacing the Battery Before performing the following procedure, read “Safety Notices” on page vii. CAUTION: A lithium battery can cause fire, explosion, or severe burn. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F), solder directly to the cell, incinerate, or expose cell contents to water.
  • Page 136 7. Remove processor card assembly 1 as described in “Processor Card Removal” on page 108. Note: Processor card assembly 1 is the processor assembly closest to the power supplies. See the following illustration for the processor card assembly 1 location. 1 Service Access Cover 6 Front Bezel 2 Processor Card Assembly 1...
  • Page 137 1 Model 6E4 7 Media Device Support Shelf 2 Media Carrier Trays 8 Captive Thumbscrew 3 Media Device (for example: 9 Battery (positive (+) side facing Tape Drive or Diskette Drive) 4 IDE CD-ROM Drive 10 Service Access Cover 5 Front Bezel 11 Outer Side Cover 6 Bezel Door 12 Processor Assembly...
  • Page 138 8. Locate the battery on the CEC backplane as shown in the illustration on page 122. 9. Pry the battery out of its plastic mount using your fingernail. After the bottom of the battery has cleared the top edge of the plastic mount, pull it up and away from the CEC backplane.
  • Page 139 15. Replace all media drives, ensuring that the media drives removed are returned to the same media bay from which they were removed as described in “Media Drive Replacement” on page 103. 16. Reconnect all power and signal cables to their respective media drives. 17.

  • Page 140: Power Supplies

    Power Supplies DANGER Do not attempt to open the covers of the power supply. Power supplies are not serviceable and are to be replaced as a unit. This system drawer has power supplies that have hot-swap capabilities. To use this feature, you must have two power supplies in place.
  • Page 141 5. Grasp the ends of both power supply handles, and slide the retractable spring-activated portion of each handle toward its hinged base. This action releases the locking tab located on the bottom side of each release handle. See the following illustration.
  • Page 142 6. Lift the handle until it is perpendicular (90 degrees) to the top of the power supply. By placing the handle perpendicular to the top of the power supply, the base or hinged portion of each handle acts as a cam and will gently pry the power supply from its connector located on the CEC backplane.

  • Page 143: Non-Hot-Swap Power Supply Replacement

    Non-Hot-Swap Power Supply Replacement To replace a non-hot-swap power supply, do the following: 1. Grasp the handles located on top of the new power supply. Pivot the handles upward to 90 degrees. This action puts the handle cams into the correct position to help seat the power supply into its connector.

  • Page 144: Hot-Swap Power Supply Removal

    Hot-Swap Power Supply Removal Before performing this procedure, read the following “Safety Notices” on page vii. If you are servicing a system that has two power supplies installed, you can replace each power supply (one at a time) without shutting down the system. To remove a hot-swap power supply, do the following: Note: You do not need to turn off the power to the system to install hot-swap power supplies.
  • Page 145 6. Lift the handle until it is perpendicular (90 degrees) to the top of the power supply. By placing the handle perpendicular to the top of the power supply, the base or hinged portion of each handle acts as a cam and will gently pry the power supply from its connector located on the CEC backplane.
  • Page 146 1A Outer Side Cover (Model 6E4 3 Power Supply Release Handle only) 1 Service Access Cover 4 Power Supply Filler Panel 2 Primary Power Supply 5 System Unit Eserver pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 Installation Guide...

  • Page 147: Hot-Swap Power Supply Replacement

    Hot-Swap Power Supply Replacement Note: If a power supply is being replaced for a redundant failure, after the service repair action is completed, ask the customer to check the crontab file for any power/cooling warning messages. When a power or cooling error is encountered, AIX adds an entry to the crontab file to ″wall″...
  • Page 148 Eserver pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 Installation Guide...

  • Page 149: Appendix A. Communications Statements

    Appendix A. Communications Statements This appendix contains EMC and safety regulatory statements for the following: v Model 6C4, a rack mounted drawer that is Class A compliant v Model 6E4, a deskside system that is Class A compliant. The following statements apply to the Model 6C4 and Model 6E4. Statements for other products intended for use with this product appears in their accompanying documentation.

  • Page 150: International Electrotechnical Commission (Iec) Statement

    limits for Class A equipment were derived for commercial and industrial environments to provide reasonable protection against interference with licensed communication equipment. Attention: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

  • Page 151: Electromagnetic Interference (Emi) Statement - Taiwan

    Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt in Übereinstimmung mit Dem deutschen EMVG vom 9.Nov.92 das EG–Konformitätszeichen zu führen. Der Aussteller der Konformitätserklärung ist die IBM Germany. Dieses Gerät erfüllt die Bedingungen der EN 55022 Klasse A. Für diese von Geräten gilt folgende Bestimmung nach dem EMVG: Geräte dürfen an Orten, für die sie nicht ausreichend entstört sind, nur mit besonderer...
  • Page 152 Eserver pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 Installation Guide...

  • Page 153: Appendix B. Environmental Notices

    Recycling facilities may not be available in your area. For information on disposal of batteries, contact your local waste disposal facility. In the United States, IBM has established a collection process for reuse, recycling, or proper disposal of used IBM sealed lead acid, nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride, and other battery packs from IBM Equipment.

  • Page 154: Declared Acoustical Noise Emissions

    Declared Acoustical Noise Emissions Product Declared A-Weighted Sound Power Declared A-Weighted Sound Configuration Level, LWAd (B) Pressure Level, <LpAm>(dB) at 1 meter Bystander Position Operating Idling Operating Idling 7028-6E4 (Deskside) 7028-6C4 (Rack Drawer) Notes: LWAd is the declared (upper limit) sound power level for a random sample of machines. (1B = 10dB) LpAm is the mean value of the A-weighted sound pressure level at the 1-meter bystander...

  • Page 155: Appendix C. Notices

    Appendix C. Notices This information was developed for products and services offered in the U.S.A. The manufacturer may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries. Consult the manufacturer’s representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to the manufacturer’s product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that product, program, or service may be used.
  • Page 156 Eserver pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 Installation Guide...

  • Page 157: Appendix D. Fault And Attention Leds

    Appendix D. Fault and Attention LEDs This appendix contains information about fault and attention LEDs, which assist in identifying failing components in your system. Operator Panel Display If a failing component is detected in your server, an amber-colored attention LED is lit. 1 Power-On Button 6 Operator Panel Display 2 Power LED...

  • Page 158: Component Leds

    Component LEDs Individual LEDs are located on or near the failing components. The LEDs are located either on the component itself or on the carrier of the component (for example: memory card, fan, memory module, CPU). LEDs are either green or amber. Green colored LEDs when blinking indicates that the system or system component is in the standby state (waiting to receive or send information).

  • Page 159: Reporting The Problem

    Component Location LED Color Function Electronics Component LEDs PCI Riser Card Green (4x) PCI Hot-Plug Standard Power (board socket) PCI Adapters PCI Riser Card Amber (4x) PCI Hot-Plug Standard Attention (board socket) Memory DIMMs Identify Processor Amber (8x) Normal Fault Board (Top) CEC Backplane Identify...

  • Page 160: Repair Action

    Repair Action After you have determined which component is failing, a repair action is necessary. 1. Run the system verification procedure. Refer to Chapter 4, “Installing Options for the Model 6C4 and Model 6E4” on page 49 for instructions on component installation, removal and replacement.

  • Page 161: Appendix E. System Records

    Appendix E. System Records Use this appendix to keep a record of the system’s identification information. Identification Numbers Record and retain the following information: Product Name pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 Serial Number Key Serial Number The system unit’s identification numbers are located on the front of the machine, as shown in the following illustration:...

  • Page 162: Device Records

    Device Records Use the following tables to keep a record of the options installed in or attached to your system. This information can be helpful when you install additional options in your system or if your system needs service. Memory DIMM Configuration Record Eserver pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 Installation Guide...

  • Page 163: Options

    Options Table 4. Internal and External Options Location Option Description Mouse Connector IBM Mouse h Other:____________________________ Keyboard Connector Space Saving h Enhanced h Other:______________ Expansion Slot 4 ______________________________________________ Expansion Slot 3 ______________________________________________ Expansion Slot 2 ______________________________________________ Expansion Slot 1 ______________________________________________...

  • Page 164: Scsi Ids And Bay Locations

    SCSI IDs and Bay Locations Index Bay Location Drive Name SCSI ID Operator Panel IDE CD-ROM IDE (Non-SCSI) Tape Drive The SCSI ID can be any SCSI CD-ROM number 0 through 15 with the exception of 7 which is reserved for the adapter. Tape Drive The SCSI ID can be any SCSI CD-ROM...
  • Page 165 Drive Location SCSI ID Drive Description CD-ROM Drive Bay D01 IDE (Non-SCSI) __________________ Media Device Bay D02 The SCSI ID can be __________________ any number 0 through 15 with the exception of 7 which is reserved for the adapter. Diskette Drive Bay D02 ______ (Optional)
  • Page 166 Eserver pSeries 630 Model 6C4 and Model 6E4 Installation Guide...

  • Page 167: Appendix F. General Attributes Required When Using A Tty Terminal

    Appendix F. General Attributes Required When Using a TTY Terminal The following general attributes are the default settings for the diagnostic programs. Be sure your terminal is set to these attributes. Note: Set these attributes before the diagnostic programs are loaded. General Setup 3151 3151...

  • Page 168: Additional Communication Attributes

    General Setup 3151 3151 3161 /3164 Description Attributes /11/31/41 /51/61 Settings Settings Settings Line wrap The cursor moves to the first character position of the next line in the page after it reaches the last character position of the current line in the page. Forcing insert Field Field...

  • Page 169: Additional Keyboard Attributes

    Communication 3151/11 3151 3161 /3164 Description Setup Attributes /31/41) /51/61, Settings Settings Settings Turnaround character Selects the carriage return (CR) character as the line turnaround character. Interface EIA-232 EIA-232 EIA-232 Uses the EIA-232 interface protocol. Line control IPRTS IPRTS IPRTS Uses the ’permanent request to send’...

  • Page 170: Additional Printer Attributes

    Additional Printer Attributes The following printer attributes are for a printer attached to the 3151, 3161, and 3164 terminals. Printer Setup 3151/11 3151 3161 /3164 Description Attributes /31/41 /51/61 Settings Settings Settings Line speed 9600 9600 9600 Uses 19200 or 9600 bps (bits per second) line speed to communicate with the system unit.

  • Page 171: Appendix G. Firmware Updates

    Web site listed below. Always check the Web site for the latest images and instructions for checking the firmware level. The Web address is: http://www.rs6000.ibm.com/support/micro The firmware level is denoted by XXYYMMDD, where XX = model designation, YY = year, MM = month, and DD = day of the release.
  • Page 172 cd /usr/lpp/diagnostics/bin ./update_flash -f /tmp/fwupdate/RRyymmdd.img Attention: Do not overlook the periods (.) in the commands shown above. AIX commands are case-sensitive. Type them exactly as shown. You will be asked for confirmation to proceed with the firmware update and the required reboot.

  • Page 173: Index

    Index covers (continued) replacement 58 access cover (rack) 55 replacement 55 accessing documentation 42 deconfiguring hardware 42 disk drives 104 operating system 42 device records 146 acoustical internal and external options 146 noise internal files and devices 148 emissions 137 devices 71 adapter cables attached device setup 71...
  • Page 174 front door installing the system (continued) removal 60 parallel connection 31 replacement 60 power cables 38, 40 rack hardware 13 rack indicator 36 getting started 1 rack install 22 configure documentation 5 rack safety 12 documentation overview 3 safety notices 10 graphics display SCSI, external additional 35 connecting 29...
  • Page 175 notices, safety 10 options installation (continued) HMC, monitor position 64 inventory scout, configure 69 online documentation 5 media drives 100 configuring 5 media removal 100 installing server documentation 5 media replacement 103 installing system documentation 5 memory DIMM removal 113 viewing documentation 5 memory DIMM replacement 117 online publications xiii...
  • Page 176 removal (continued) website (continued) hot-plug disk drives 105 AIX operating system documentation 42 hot-swap fan assembly 95 firmware updates 155 power supply 128 hardware documentation 42 processor card 108 microcode updates 155 service access cover 57 printed publications 42 static–sensitive devices 50 repair action 144 replacement 58 adapters 78, 89...
  • Page 177 Thank you for your responses. May we contact you? h Yes h No When you send comments to IBM, you grant IBM a nonexclusive right to use or distribute your comments in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you. Name...
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