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IBM xSeries 445 Installation Manual

IBM xSeries 445 Installation Manual

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xSeries 445
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Installation Guide

Welcome. . .
Thank you for buying an
IBM xSeries server.
is based on the X-Architecture
technology, and it features
superior performance, availability,
and scalability.
Installation Guide
This server
contains information for setting
up and configuring your server.
For detailed information about
your server, view the publications
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
Your server
Yes
System is ready to use.
Go to the Server Support
and profile your server.
Install options,
if required
• Drives
• Microprocessors
• Adapters
• Memory
Install the server in
the rack cabinet,
if required
Cable the server
and options
Start the server
No
Did the server
start correctly?
Yes
Is the Server
preconfigured?
No
Use ServerGuide to
set up and
configure hardware
No
Did configuration
complete?
Yes
Use
No
ServerGuide to
install operating
system?
Yes
Install applications,
such as IBM systems
management software
and IBM ServeRAID
programs
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  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    Documentation CD. You can also find the most Did configuration complete? current information about your server on the IBM Web site at: http://www.ibm.com/pc/support ServerGuide to Go to the Web for instructions, install operating http://www.ibm.com/pc/support system? Install applications,...

  • Page 2: Server Support

    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/ View information about IBM support line at http://www.ibm.com/services/sl/products/ or view support telephone numbers at Problem http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/ solved?
  • Page 3 ERserver xSeries 445 Type 8870 Installation Guide...
  • Page 4 Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix A, “Getting help and technical assistance,” on page 81, Appendix B, “IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-07 11/2002,” on page 83, and Appendix C, “Notices,” on page 99.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1. Introduction ..... . 1 The IBM Eserver Documentation CD ....2 Hardware and software requirements .
  • Page 6 Deleting a scalable partition ....65 Chapter 5. Updating IBM Director ....67 Chapter 6.

  • Page 7: Safety

    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. 2004...
  • Page 8 2. First, remove power cords from outlet. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4. Remove all cables from devices. 5. Turn device ON. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...
  • Page 9 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.
  • Page 10 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. viii xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...
  • Page 11 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.
  • Page 12 California de los Estados Unidos está considerado como un causante de cancer y de defectos congénitos, además de otros riesgos reproductivos. Lávese las manos después de usar el producto. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1. Introduction

    These updates are available from the IBM Web site. Complete the following steps to check for updated documentation and technical updates: 1.

  • Page 14: The Ibm Eserver Documentation Cd

    The IBM Eserver Documentation CD contains documentation for your server in Portable Document Format (PDF) and includes the IBM Documentation Browser to help you find information quickly. Hardware and software requirements The IBM Eserver xSeries 445 Documentation CD requires the following minimum hardware and software: ® ®...

  • Page 15: Notices And Statements Used In This Publication

    Notices and statements used in this publication The caution and danger statements that appear in this publication are also in the multilingual Safety Information publication, which is on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in the Safety Information publication.

  • Page 16: Features And Specifications

    Two remote I/O expansion enclosure maximum average values stated because of room (RXE) Expansion Ports reflections and other nearby noise sources. The declared sound-power levels indicate an upper limit, below which a large number of computers will operate. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 17: Major Components Of The Xseries 445 Server

    Major components of the xSeries 445 server The following illustration shows the locations of major components in your server. Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware. Chapter 1. Introduction...
  • Page 18 Fan 2 Fan 1 Center plane EMC shield (for single SMP Expansion Module) Thumbscrews Shipping thumbscrews Hard disk Bezel drive Hot-swap power supply DVD-ROM drive Figure 2. Major components of the xSeries 445 server xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2. Installing Options

    This chapter provides basic instructions for installing hardware options in your server. These instructions are intended for users who are experienced with setting up IBM server hardware. If you need more detailed instructions, see the Option Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD.

  • Page 20: Working Inside The Server With The Power On

    Do not place the device on your 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. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 21: Opening The Cover

    Opening the cover Complete the following steps to open the server cover: 1. Read the safety information beginning on page v and “Installation guidelines” on page 7. Latch Figure 3. Opening the cover 2. Before opening the top cover, you must remove the rack-support wheels and handles from the server.
  • Page 22 You must run the Configuration/Setup Utility program whenever you remove or replace an SMP Expansion Module or one of its associated options. Locking levers CAM opening Figure 4. Complete SMP Expansion Module xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 23: Removing An Smp Expansion Module And Cover

    Removing an SMP Expansion Module and cover While installing options, you might need to remove one or both of the SMP Expansion Modules. This section describes how to remove an SMP Expansion Module from the server and how to remove the cover from the module. Complete the following steps to remove an SMP Expansion Module from the server: 1.
  • Page 24 Remove the EMC shield from the rear of the server. SMP Expansion Cables EMC Shield SMP baffle Figure 7. Removing the EMC shield 5. Grasp each of the locking levers on the top of the SMP Expansion Modules, and lift them up slightly. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...
  • Page 25 6. Working from the right side of the server, rotate the two locking levers toward you until they are fully extended, as shown. Latch Locking levers Finger relief Handle Figure 8. Rotate the locking levers to remove the SMP Expansion Module 7.
  • Page 26 Using the locking levers, lift the front edge of the cover off the SMP Expansion Module. Figure 10. Lifting the front of the cover d. Lift the cover off the SMP Expansion Module. Figure 11. Lifting the cover off the SMP Expansion Module xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 27: Installing And Replacing A Microprocessor

    SMP Expansion Module. For a list of microprocessors supported by your server, see the ServerProven list at http://www.ibm.com/pc/compat/ on the World Wide Web. v The microprocessor in socket 1 of the bottom SMP Expansion Module is the startup (boot) microprocessor.
  • Page 28 1 and 4, your server came with Intel Xeon DP microprocessors. If the microprocessors are installed in any other sockets, such as 1 and 2 or 1, 2, and 3, your server came with Intel Xeon MP microprocessors. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...
  • Page 29 Attention: When you handle static-sensitive devices, take precautions to avoid damage from static electricity. For details about handling these devices, see “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 8. 6. If necessary, remove the microprocessor baffle from the microprocessor socket. Keep the microprocessor baffle for possible future use. 7.
  • Page 30 Captive screws Heat sink Protective cover Figure 15. Placing the heat sink on the microprocessor b. Align the heat sink over the microprocessor; then, carefully set it down on top of the microprocessor. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 31: Installing A Memory Module

    Currently, your server supports the memory mirroring and Memory ProteXion features of the Active Memory technology. Be sure to check the IBM support Web site occasionally to ensure that you have the most current levels of system software installed.
  • Page 32 Configuration/Setup Utility program to save the new configuration information. Start the Configuration/Setup Utility program and select Save Settings. See the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for additional information. v You can configure your server to use memory mirroring and memory scrubbing.

  • Page 33: Installing Dimms

    Installing DIMMs Complete the following steps to install a DIMM in your server: 1. Read the safety information beginning on page v and “Installation guidelines” on page 7. 2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect all power cords and external cables.
  • Page 34 You must use the Configuration/Setup Utility program to save the new configuration information. Start the Configuration/Setup Utility program and select Save Settings. See the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for additional information. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 35: Reinstalling An Smp Expansion Module And Cover

    Reinstalling an SMP Expansion Module and cover After installing options in the SMP Expansion Module, you will need to reinstall the SMP Expansion Module cover and reinstall the SMP Expansion Module in the server. Complete the following steps to reinstall the SMP Expansion Module cover: 1.
  • Page 36 Being careful not to damage the components on the center plane, lower the SMP Expansion Module into the server. c. Release the handle and slide the SMP Expansion Module toward the center plane until it stops. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...
  • Page 37 d. Rotate the SMP Expansion Module locking levers forward until the SMP Expansion Module is securely fastened in place. See the following illustration. Center plane Locking levers Cover Handle Figure 22. Locking lever position when the SMP Expansion Module is installed e.

  • Page 38: Installing An Adapter

    Your server uses a rotational interrupt technique to configure PCI-X adapters. You can use this technique to install PCI-X adapters that currently do not support sharing of PCI-X interrupts. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...
  • Page 39 133 MHz. Before attempting to install a new adapter, be sure that there is an available slot for it. If you need additional PCI-X slots, you can purchase an RXE-100 enclosure through your IBM marketing representative or authorized reseller.
  • Page 40 If necessary, remove the extension handles or bracket before installing a long adapter. Attention: When you install an adapter, be sure the adapter is correctly seated in the connector. Improperly seated adapters might cause damage to the PCI-X board or to the adapter. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 41: Cabling A Serveraid Adapter

    IBM ServeRAID adapter, see the ServeRAID documentation and the cabling information in this section to install the ServeRAID adapter. Servers that do not come with an IBM ServeRAID adapter installed come with two SCSI cables: v One end of the first SCSI cable is attached to the connector on the SCSI backplane, and the other end is attached to the connector for the integrated SCSI controller under fans 3 and 4.
  • Page 42 Figure 26. Connecting the preinstalled SCSI cable 8. Reinstall fans 3 and 4. 9. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now. 10. Close the server cover; then, go to “Completing the installation” on page 33. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 43: Installing The Serial Port

    Installing the serial port Included with your server is a serial port that you can install at any time. This section provides the instructions for installing the serial port. Notes: 1. Installation of the serial port is optional. You do not have to install the serial port for your server to operate properly.
  • Page 44 8. Connect the serial port ribbon cable to the connector on the center plane. 9. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now. 10. Go to “Installing the server in the rack cabinet” on page 33. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 45: Completing The Installation

    Note: Use the Configuration/Setup Utility program to configure the serial port. Completing the installation This section provides information about installing the server in a rack and cabling the server. Installing the server in the rack cabinet Close the cover and install the server into a rack cabinet. See the Rack Installation Instructions that came with your server for detailed information on how to install the server in a rack cabinet.

  • Page 46: Connecting The Cables

    2. There are two different SMP Expansion cables used to connect the SMP Expansion Modules. a. 2.5 m (8.2 ft) copper clad (comes in the IBM Eserver xSeries 445 Two-chassis 16-way Scalability Kit) b. 25.4 cm (10 in.) black clad 3.

  • Page 47: Smp Expansion Port Cabling

    RXE Expansion Port B System power System power Mouse connector connector 2 connector 1 Keyboard connector Remote Supervisor Adapter connectors and LEDs Gigabit Ethernet connector Upper Ethernet status LED Lower Ethernet SMP Expansion Port 1 status LED SMP Expansion Port 2 Gigabit Ethernet SMP Expansion Port 3 connector...
  • Page 48 1. When multiple cables are connected between the SMP Expansion Module ports, SMP data is interleaved between the cables for better performance. 2. The server will start and operate with one cable attached between the two SMP Expansion Modules. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...
  • Page 49 SMP Expansion Port cabling for two servers with four SMP Expansion Modules (16-way): Complete the following steps to cable four SMP Expansion Modules and two servers together, using the four 2.5 m (8.2 ft) and two 25.4 cm (10 in.) SMP expansion cables that came with your servers, for up to 16-way operation. In the illustration, the SMP Expansion Modules are numbered 0 through 3, from primary to secondary server.
  • Page 50 Connect one end of a 2.5 m (8.2 ft) SMP Expansion cable to port 2 of SMP Expansion Module 0 on the primary server; then, route the cable beside the first cable in the cable-management arm. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...
  • Page 51 Cable-management arm Long SMP expansion cables Figure 38. Routing cables through the cable management arm c. Connect one end of a 2.5 m (8.2 ft) SMP Expansion cable to port 1 of SMP Expansion Module 1 on the primary server; then, route the cable through the cable-management arm as in step 3a on page 38.
  • Page 52 Figure 40. Connecting the Remote Supervisor Adapters to a LAN. 6. Route any remaining cables through the cable-management arms. 7. Secure the cables in the cable-management arms with the hook-and-loop straps that come with your server. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 53: Rxe Expansion And Management Port Cabling

    8. If you are connecting an RXE-100 enclosure, go to “RXE Expansion Port cabling for a 16-way configuration” on page 46. If you are not connecting an RXE-100 enclosure, connect all remaining external cables to the server; then, go to “Creating a scalable partition” on page 63 and follow the instructions for creating a scalable partition.
  • Page 54 5. Connect the opposite end of the cable to the RXE Management A (in) Port on the RXE-100 enclosure. 6. Connect all remaining external cables to the server; then, go to “Creating a scalable partition” on page 63 and follow the instructions for creating a scalable partition. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...
  • Page 55 Protective cover Figure 44. RXE Expansion cable with protective cover 2. Using an RXE Expansion cable, connect one end of the cable to RXE Expansion Port B on the server. xSeries 445 RXE Expansion Port B RXE-100 RXE Expansion Port A Figure 45.
  • Page 56 1. Determine which server will be connected to port A of the RXE-100 enclosure and which will be connected to port B. 2. Remove the protective covers from the connectors on the ends of the cables. Protective cover Figure 47. RXE Expansion cable with protective cover xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...
  • Page 57 Second server RXE Expansion Port A Second server RXE Expansion Port B Figure 48. RXE Expansion Port cabling of two stand-alone xSeries 445 servers to a single RXE-100 enclosure 4. Connect the opposite end of the cable to RXE Expansion Port A or B on the first server.
  • Page 58 RXE-100 enclosure to a 16-way system: 1. Remove the protective covers from the connectors on the ends of the cables. Protective cover Figure 50. RXE Expansion cable with protective cover xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...
  • Page 59 2. Using an RXE Expansion cable, connect RXE Expansion Port A on the primary server to RXE Expansion Port A on the secondary server. Primary server RXE Expansion Port B Primary server RXE Expansion Port A Primary server RXE Expansion Port A RXE Expansion Port B Secondary server Secondary server RXE Expansion Port A...

  • Page 60: Power Cabling

    You can use the SCSI connector on the back of the server to attach an optional SCSI device, such as one of the IBM external storage enclosures, to the server. For detailed information about how to connect a SCSI device to your server, see the documentation that comes with the SCSI device.

  • Page 61: Keyboard Cabling

    Your server comes with a Remote Supervisor Adapter or a Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA. For information about cabling the Remote Supervisor Adapter connectors, see the appropriate Remote Supervisor Adapter User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Chapter 2. Installing options...
  • Page 62 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 63: Chapter 3. Server Controls, Leds, And Power

    DVD eject button DVD-ROM drive activity LED Figure 53. Front view of xSeries 445 AC and DC power LED: Each hot-swap power supply has an ac power LED and a dc power LED. During typical operation, both the ac and dc power LEDs are lit. For any other combination of LEDs, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD.
  • Page 64 Power-control button: Press this button to turn the server on and off manually. A power-control-button shield comes with your server. You can install this disk-shaped shield to prevent the server from being turned off accidentally. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 65: Rear View

    Rear view System power RXE Expansion Port B System power connector 2 connector 1 Mouse connector Keyboard connector Remote Supervisor Adapter II - EXA connectors and LEDs Gigabit Ethernet connector Upper Ethernet status LED SMP Expansion Port 1 Lower Ethernet status LED SMP Expansion Port 2 SMP Expansion Port 3...
  • Page 66 Ethernet link LED connector (amber) port (green) Power LED Management port 10/100 (green) Ethernet port Figure 57. Remote Supervisor Adapter connectors v External power connector: You can connect an optional ac power adapter to this connector. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...
  • Page 67 v Error LED: This amber LED is lit when a system-management error has occurred. v ASM interconnect port: Connect signal cables for managing expansion-module resources to this port. v Ethernet activity LED: This green LED is lit when there is activity on the Ethernet LAN.

  • Page 68: Server Power Features

    16-way configuration, both servers will be turned on. If both servers do not turn on when either power-control button is pressed, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 69: Turning Off The Server

    16-way configuration, both servers will be turned off. If both servers do not turn off when either power-control button is pressed, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Chapter 3. Server controls, LEDs, and power...
  • Page 70 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 71: Chapter 4. Configuring Your Server

    IBM ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD includes software setup and installation tools that are specifically designed for IBM xSeries 445 servers. If you did not purchase a preconfigured server, you can use this CD during the initial installation of your server to configure the server hardware and to simplify your operating system installation.

  • Page 72: Using The Serverguide Setup And Installation Cd

    “Using the Remote Supervisor Adapter” on page 62 and the appropriate Remote Supervisor Adapter User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. v Integrated System Management update and configuration To update the integrated system management processor (ISMP) firmware, see “Using the Integrated System Management Firmware Update Utility program”...

  • Page 73: Using The Lsi Logic Configuration Utility Program

    Complete the following steps to start the Configuration/Setup Utility program: 1. Turn on the server and watch the monitor screen. Note: In a 16-way configuration, some options or settings are defined through the primary server, while others must be defined on the individual server. Ensure that options or settings on the secondary server are correct before creating a scalable partition.

  • Page 74: Using The Serveraid Configuration Programs

    Windows 2000 Datacenter Server or VMware ESX server, see the software documentation provided with your software for configuration information. Use the IBM ServeRAID Support CD that comes with your server to configure your integrated SCSI controller with RAID capabilities and to perform an initial RAID configuration on your server.

  • Page 75: Configuring Scalable Partitions

    See the Scalable Systems Manager Installation and Users Guide for information on how to use that program to configure scalable partitions on xSeries 445 servers. You can also use the Configuration/Setup Utility program to configure scalable partitions.
  • Page 76 8. Select Write Scalable Partition Settings and follow the prompts to exit the menu item. 9. Save and Exit the Configuration/Setup Utility Program. Note: See the software documentation that comes with your operating system to install your operating system. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 77: Deleting A Scalable Partition

    Deleting a scalable partition Complete the following steps to delete the scalable partition: 1. Start the Configuration/Setup Utility on the primary server. 2. From the main menu, select Advanced Setup. 3. Select Scalable Partition Settings. 4. Select either Delete ALL Scalable Partition or Delete ONLY Local Scalable Partition.
  • Page 78 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 79: Chapter 5. Updating Ibm Director

    2. Install the IBM Director application. 3. Check the IBM Web site to see if any updates are available for your server. If updates are available, download them from the IBM web site; then, install them according to the instructions in the readme files.
  • Page 80 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 81: Chapter 6. Solving Problems

    If you cannot locate and correct the problem using the information in this section, see Appendix A, “Getting help and technical assistance,” on page 81, the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD, and the “Server Support” flowchart in the front of this book.

  • Page 82: Post Beep Code Descriptions

    Use the following beep code descriptions to help identify and solve problems that are detected during startup. Note: See the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for more information about the POST beep codes. One beep POST was completed successfully.

  • Page 83: Troubleshooting Charts

    Troubleshooting charts The following table lists problem symptoms and suggested solutions. Device Suggested action DVD-ROM drive Verify that: v The primary IDE channel is enabled in the Configuration/Setup Utility program. v All cables and jumpers are installed correctly. v The correct device driver is installed for the DVD-ROM drive. The DVD-ROM drive is not Note: When two servers are connected in a 16-way configuration, the recognized.
  • Page 84 Some IBM monitors have their own self-tests. If you suspect a problem with your monitor, see the information that comes with the monitor for adjusting and testing instructions. If the problem remains, call for service.
  • Page 85 1. To prevent diskette drive read/write errors, be sure the distance between monitors and diskette drives is at least 76 mm (3 in.). 2. Non-IBM monitor cables might cause unpredictable problems. 3. An enhanced monitor cable with additional shielding is available for the 9521 and 9527 monitors.
  • Page 86 Device Suggested action An IBM option that used to work Verify that all of the option hardware and cable connections are secure. does not work now. If the option comes with its own test instructions, use those instructions to test the option.
  • Page 87 Device Suggested action Universal Serial Bus (USB) Verify that: ports 1. You are not trying to use a USB device during POST, if you have a standard (non-USB) keyboard attached to the keyboard port. Note: If a standard (non-USB) keyboard is attached to the keyboard port, then the USB is disabled and the USB device might not work during POST.

  • Page 88: Light Path Diagnostics Feature Overview

    Complete the following steps to view the LEDs when the server cover has been opened: 1. Turn off the server and all peripheral devices; then, disconnect all external cables from the server. 2. Slide the server out of the rack cabinet. 3. Open the top cover. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 89: Identifying Problems Using The Light Path Diagnostics Feature

    Press and hold the switch until you locate the lit LED beside the defective microprocessor. Follow the instructions in the Option Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD to remove and replace the microprocessor.

  • Page 90: Light Path Diagnostics Table

    If a microprocessor failure LED is on, make sure the microprocessor is installed correctly. (See the Option Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for installation instructions.) If the problem remains, call for service. MEMORY A memory error occurred.
  • Page 91 Lit LED on diagnostics panel Cause Action A non-maskable interrupt occurred v Check the system error log. Note: The PCI-X BUS or MEMORY LED v If the PCI-X BUS LED is lit, follow the might also be lit. instructions for that LED. v If the MEMORY LED is lit, follow the instructions for that LED.
  • Page 92 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 93: Appendix A. Getting Help And Technical Assistance

    If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from IBM to assist you. This appendix contains information about where to go for additional information about IBM and IBM products, what to do if you experience a problem ®...

  • Page 94: Getting Help And Information From The World Wide Web

    Getting help and information from the World Wide Web On the World Wide Web, the IBM Web site has up-to-date information about IBM xSeries and IntelliStation products, services, and support. The address for IBM xSeries information is http://www.ibm.com/eserver/xseries/. The address for IBM IntelliStation information is http://www.ibm.com/pc/intellistation/.

  • Page 95: Appendix B. Ibm Statement Of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-07 11/2002

    Country-unique Terms, and Part 3 - Warranty Information. The terms of Part 2 replace or modify those of Part 1. The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to Machines you purchase for your use, and not for resale.
  • Page 96 Machine Code or software updates, or with a CRU, IBM or your reseller, if approved by IBM to provide warranty service, will either, at its discretion, 1) repair it to make it function as warranted, or 2) replace it with one that is at least functionally equivalent.
  • Page 97 Personal Data. Limitation of Liability IBM is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine only while it is 1) in IBM’s possession or 2) in transit in those cases where IBM is responsible for the transportation charges.

  • Page 98: Part 2 - Country-Unique Terms

    TO YOU. Governing Law Both you and IBM consent to the application of the laws of the country in which you acquired the Machine to govern, interpret, and enforce all of your and IBM’s rights, duties, and obligations arising from, or relating in any manner to, the subject matter of this Statement of Limited Warranty, without regard to conflict of law principles.
  • Page 99 Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this section: Where IBM is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation, IBM’s liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods.
  • Page 100 2. as to any other actual damage arising in any situation involving nonperformance by IBM pursuant to, or in any way related to the subject of this Statement of Limited Warranty, the charge paid by you for the individual Machine that is the subject of the claim.
  • Page 101 Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or other legislation which cannot be excluded or limited. The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 will not apply in respect of any goods which IBM provides, if you require the goods for the purposes of a business as defined in that Act.
  • Page 102 Yugoslavia, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM), Moldova, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, or Ukraine, you may obtain warranty service for that Machine in any of those countries from either (1) an IBM reseller approved to perform warranty service or (2) from IBM.
  • Page 103 Madrid for Spain; and 9) in the United Kingdom, both of us agree to submit all disputes relating to this Statement of Limited Warranty to the jurisdiction of the English courts. Appendix B. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-07 11/2002...
  • Page 104 598 (2) of the Austrian Code of Civil Procedure, the parties expressly waive the application of paragraph 595 (1) figure 7 of the Code. IBM may, however, institute proceedings in a competent court in the country of installation.
  • Page 105 The warranty period for Machines is 12 months from the date of delivery. The limitation period for consumers in action for breach of warranty is the statutory period as a minimum. In case IBM or your reseller is unable to repair an IBM Appendix B. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-07 11/2002...
  • Page 106 Limitation of Liability: The following replaces item 2 in this section: as to any other actual direct damages, IBM’s liability will be limited to the total amount you paid for the Machine that is the subject of the claim. For purposes of this item, the term “Machine”...
  • Page 107 For the purposes of this section, a “Default” means any act, statement, omission, or negligence on the part of IBM in connection with, or in relation to, the subject matter of this Statement of Limited Warranty in respect of which IBM is legally liable to you, whether in contract or tort.
  • Page 108 For the purposes of this section, a “Default” means any act, statement, omission, or negligence on the part of IBM in connection with, or in relation to, the subject matter of this Statement of Limited Warranty in respect of which IBM is legally liable to you, whether in contract or tort.

  • Page 109: Part 3 - Warranty Information

    * See “Types of Warranty Service” for the legend and explanations of warranty-service types. A warranty period of 3 years on parts and 1 year on labor means that IBM provides warranty service without charge for: 1. parts and labor during the first year of the warranty period; and 2.
  • Page 110 1. Customer Replaceable Unit (“CRU”) Service IBM will ship CRU parts to you for your replacement. If IBM instructs you to return the replaced CRU, you are responsible for returning it to IBM in accordance with IBM’s instructions. If you do not return the defective CRU, if IBM so instructs, within 30 days of your receipt of the replacement CRU, IBM may charge you for the replacement.

  • Page 111: Appendix C. Notices

    Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this IBM product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk. IBM may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.

  • Page 112: Trademarks

    Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States, other countries, or both. Other company, product, or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 113: Important Notes

    IBM makes no representations or warranties with respect to non-IBM products. Support (if any) for the non-IBM products is provided by the third party, not IBM. Some software may differ from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality.

  • Page 114: Battery Return Program

    Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits.IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.

  • Page 115: Industry Canada Class A Emission Compliance Statement

    IBM cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a nonrecommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM option cards. This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A Information Technology Equipment according to CISPR 22/European Standard EN 55022.

  • Page 116: Chinese Class A Warning Statement

    Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement Power cords For your safety, IBM provides a power cord with a grounded attachment plug to use with this IBM product. To avoid electrical shock, always use the power cord and plug with a properly grounded outlet.
  • Page 117 IBM power cords for a specific country or region are usually available only in that country or region. IBM power cord part number Used in these countries and regions 02K0546 China 13F9940 Australia, Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea...
  • Page 118 Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guam, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Micronesia (Federal States of), Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Taiwan, United States of America, Venezuela xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...

  • Page 119: Index

    62 danger statements 3 ISMP firmware, updating 62 diagnostic tools 69 DIMMs connector locations 21 considerations 19 installing 19 keyboard problem 71, 72 specifications 4 supported 4 diskette drive problem 71 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004...
  • Page 120 29 pointing device configuration program 59 problem 72 ServerGuide power CD 1, 59, 60 cabling 48 startup problems 70 cords 104 ServerProven Web site 1 problem 74 supply specifications 4 power-control button 52 xSeries 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...
  • Page 121 71 turning off the server 57 turning on the server 56 United States FCC Class A notice 102 updating firmware 62 IBM Director 67 USB port cabling 48 problem 75 using the documentation CD 2 utility Configuration/Setup 60...
  • Page 122 445 Type 8870: Installation Guide...
  • Page 124 Part Number: 02R2783 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 02R2783...

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