Use the information in this section to help you identify potential unsafe conditions in an IBM product that you are working on. Each IBM product, as it was designed and manufactured, has required safety items to protect users and service technicians from injury.
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v Do not touch the reflective surface of a dental mirror to a live electrical circuit. The surface is conductive and can cause personal injury or equipment damage if it touches a live electrical circuit. v Some rubber floor mats contain small conductive fibers to decrease electrostatic discharge.
Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this documentation before performing the instructions. Read any additional safety information that comes with your server or optional device before you install the device. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Statement 1: DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet.
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Statement 2: CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer.
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Statement 4: ≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. Statement 5: CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device.
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There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician. Statement 10: CAUTION: Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted devices. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
This printed document contains instructions for installing the server in a rack. v Safety Information This document is in PDF on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. It contains translated caution and danger statements. Each caution and danger statement that appears in the documentation has a number that you can use to locate the corresponding statement in your language in the Safety Information document.
Notices and statements used in this document The caution and danger statements that appear in this document are also in the multilingual Safety Information document, which is on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in the Safety Information document.
Baseboard management controller – Maximum: 240 V ac v Sizes: 1 GB, 2 GB, or 4 GB in pairs v IBM EXA-32 Chipset with integrated v Connectors: Two-way interleaved, four memory and I/O controller v Approximate input kilovolt-amperes (kVA):...
(BMC) log or in the system-event log about the condition. The condition might be that the BMC log is full or almost full. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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BMC log or the system-event log through the Configuration/Setup Utility program to turn off the lit LEDs. See the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for information about clearing the logs. Clear the logs after you have resolved all conditions.
Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine. When this LED is lit continuously, it indicates that there is a problem with the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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IXA RS485 connector: Use this connector to connect to an iSeries server when an Integrated xSeries Adapter (IXA) is installed. The cable for this connection comes with the server. The optional Integrated xSeries Adapter (IXA) cab be installed only in slot 2. You must move jumpers J35 and J40 on the IXA.
The default position is pins 1 and 2. Move the jumper to pins 2 and 3 to prevent a Wake on LAN packet from waking the system when the system is in the powered-off state. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Memory-card connectors The following illustration shows the connectors on the memory card. DIMM 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 3 DIMM 4 Memory-card LEDs The following illustration shows the LEDs on the memory card. Light path diagnostics button Light path diagnostics button power LED Memory card error LED DIMM 1 error LED DIMM 2 error LED...
PCI-X board LEDs The following illustration shows the LEDs on the PCI-X board. PCI attention LEDs PCI power LEDs Power good LED SAS-backplane connectors The following illustration shows the connectors on the SAS backplane. SAS hard disk drive connectors Front of SAS backplane SAS signal cable 1 SAS signal cable 2 SAS power...
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1. Reseat the following components: a. DIMM b. Memory card 2. Replace the components listed in step 1 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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2. Replace the following components one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time. a. DIMM b. Memory card c. (Trained service technician only) Microprocessor tray IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
The POST error log contains the three most recent error codes and messages that were generated during POST. The BMC log and the system-error log contain messages that were generated during POST and all system status messages from the service processor. Notes: IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v The BMC log is limited in size and is designed so that when the log is full, new entries will not overwrite existing entries; therefore, you must periodically clear the BMC log from the Configuration/Setup Utility program (the menu choices are described in the User’s Guide).
Three consecutive boot failures using the 1. Flash the system firmware to the latest level (see default configuration. “Updating the firmware” on page 133). 2. Reseat the I/O board. 3. Replace the I/O board. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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An attempt was made to access the server Restart the server and enter the administrator with an incorrect password. password; then, run the Configuration/Setup Utility program and change the power-on password. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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SAS cables b. SAS hard disk drive c. I/O board 3. Replace the components listed in step 2 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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2. Replace the following components one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time. a. (Trained service technician only) Microprocessor 2 b. (Trained service technician only) Microprocessor tray IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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2. Replace the following components one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time. a. (Trained service technician only) Microprocessor 4 b. VRM4 c. (Trained service technician only) Microprocessor tray IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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(Trained service technician only) PCI-X board 3. Replace the components listed in step 2 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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135). 2. Update the BIOS code again (see “Updating the firmware” on page 133). 3. (Trained service technician only) Reseat microprocessor 3. 4. (Trained service technician only) Replace microprocessor 3. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
IS THE SERVER PART OF A CLUSTER? No. Go to step 004 . Yes. Schedule maintenance. Shut down all failing systems that are related to the cluster. Go to step 004 . IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
BIOS checkpoint codes. The BIOS checkpoint codes might change when the BIOS code is updated. The checkpoint display for the xSeries 366 is located on the I/O board. Checkpoint codes can be found at http://w3.pc.ibm.com/helpcenter/infotips/techinfo/ MIGR-58350.html. Problem isolation tables Use the problem isolation tables to find solutions to problems that have definite symptoms.
1. Make sure that the server is turned on. working. 2. Insert the end of a straightened paper clip into the manual tray-release opening. 3. Reseat the CD or DVD drive. 4. Replace the CD or DVD drive. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
General problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
3. Reseat the following components: a. Mouse or pointing device b. I/O board 4. Replace the components listed in step 3 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
USB keyboard, mouse, or pointing-device problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
7. Reseat the following components: a. DIMM b. Memory card 8. Replace the components listed in step 7 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
If the error stayed at the same socket, replace the microprocessor tray. Monitor problems Some IBM monitors have their own self-tests. If you suspect a problem with your monitor, see the documentation that comes with the monitor for instructions for testing and adjusting the monitor.
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5. Observe the checkpoint LEDs on the I/O board; if the codes are changing, go to the next step. if the codes are not changing, see “(Trained service technicians only) Checkpoint codes” on page 35. 6. See “Solving undetermined problems” on page 91. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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To prevent diskette drive read/write errors, make sure that the distance between the monitor and any external diskette drive is at least 76 mm (3 in.). b. Non-IBM monitor cables might cause unpredictable problems. 2. Reseat the following components: a. Monitor b.
Redundant PCI Host Bridge IB 2. PCI-X board assembly. Link Failed. Slot Number = NA. 3. Microprocessor tray assembly. Bus Number = NA.Device ID = 0xffff. Vendor ID = 0xffff IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Power problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine, if present d. I/O board 3. Replace the components listed in step 2 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
ServerGuide problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
PCI-X board, memory card, or microprocessor board for 30 seconds to light the error LEDs. The LEDs that were lit while the server was running will be lit again while the button is pressed. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Many errors are first indicated by a lit information LED or system-error LED on the operator information panel on the front of the server. If one or both of these LEDs are lit, one or more LEDs elsewhere in the server might also be lit and can direct you to the source of the error.
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Microprocessor 4 error LED error LED Microprocessor 2 Microprocessor 4 socket error LED The following illustration shows the LEDs on the PCI-X board. PCI attention LEDs PCI power LEDs Power good LED IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Light path diagnostic LEDs The following tables describe the LEDs on the light path diagnostics panel and on the boards inside the server and suggested actions to correct the detected problems. v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved.
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(see Error Logs at both logs may be full or close to full. “Configuration/Setup Utility menu choices” on page 135). 2. Check the log for possible errors (see “Error logs” on page 18). IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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5. Make sure that the room is neither too hot nor too cold (see “Environment” in “Features and specifications” on page 3). 6. If one of the VRDs indicates “hot,” ac power must be removed before dc power can be restored. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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Two 1 GB DIMMs on the memory card v One power supply v Power backplane v Power cord v I/O board v PCI-X board assembly Power supply 1 (PS1) AC power LED (green) DC power LED (green) IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
To view server configuration information (such as system configuration, memory contents, interrupt request (IRQ) use, direct memory access (DMA) use, device drivers, and so on), select Hardware Info from the top of the screen. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
If the diagnostic programs do not detect any hardware errors but the problem remains during normal server operations, a software error might be the cause. If you suspect a software problem, see the information that comes with your software. Diagnostic text messages Diagnostic text messages are displayed while the tests are running.
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135). 001-xxx-000 Failed core tests. 1. Reseat the I/O board. 2. Replace the I/O board. 001-xxx-001 Failed core tests. 1. Reseat the I/O board. 2. Replace the I/O board. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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SCSI (SAS) controller (see “Updating the firmware” on page 133). 2. Update the BIOS code (see “Updating the firmware” on page 133). 3. Reseat the I/O board. 4. Replace the I/O board. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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1. Reseat the following components: a. ServeRAID adapter b. I/O board 2. Replace the components listed in step 1 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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Power supply b. (Trained service technician only) Power backplane 2. Replace the components listed in step 1 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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5. Replace the components listed in step 4 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time. 166-201-000 ISMP indicates I2C errors on bus X. Reseat and, if necessary, replace the I/O board. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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1. Disconnect all server and option power cords tests. from the server, wait 30 seconds, reconnect the power cords, and retry. 2. Reseat the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine. 3. Replace the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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SAS hard disk drive backplane cable b. SAS hard disk drive backplane c. I/O board d. (Trained service technician only) Microprocessor tray IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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2. Update the BIOS code (see “Updating the firmware” on page 133). 3. Look in the test log (see “Viewing the test log” on page 59) and correct any other errors. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
To recover the BIOS code and restore the server operation to the primary bank, complete the following steps: 1. Download the latest version of the BIOS code from http://www.ibm.com/support/. 2. Update the BIOS code, following the instructions that come with the update file that you downloaded.
3. Restart the server. In the event that the above sequence fails, the server might not restart correctly or might not display video. Complete the following steps to force a manual restore operation: 1. Read the safety information beginning on page vii and “Handling static-sensitive devices”...
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3. (Trained service technician only) Replace the PCI-X board. 2.5V Calgary PLL Power Good Fault 1. Reseat the I/O board. 2. Reseat the microprocessor tray. 3. (Trained service technician only) Replace the PCI-X board. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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3. (Trained service technician only) Replace the PCI-X board. CEC Card Power Good Fault 1. Reseat the microprocessor tray. 2. Reseat the I/O board. 3. (Trained service technician only) Replace the PCI-X board. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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I/O Card Power Good Fault 1. Reseat the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine, if present. 2. Reseat the I/O board. 3. Replace the I/O board. 4. (Trained service technician only) Replace the PCI-X board. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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Note: Make sure you re-enable the memory in the Configuration/Setup Utility program. See, “Memory problems” on page 40 1. Make sure that the memory card lever is securely latched. 2. Reseat the memory card. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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QB Cache Power Good Fault 1. Reseat the microprocessor tray. 2. (Trained service technician only) Reseat the microprocessors. 3. Reseat the microprocessor VRMs, if present. 4. (Trained service technician only) Replace the microprocessor tray. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v See Chapter 3, “Parts listing, Type 8863,” on page 93 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU). v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only)”, that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
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Vtt Power Good Fault 1. Reseat the microprocessor tray. 2. (Trained service technician only) Reseat the microprocessors. 3. Reseat the microprocessor VRMs, if present. 4. (Trained service technician only) Replace the microprocessor tray. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Solving SCSI problems Note: This section also applies to Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) problems. For any SCSI error message, one or more of the following devices might be causing the problem: v A failing SCSI device (adapter, drive, or controller) v An incorrect SCSI termination jumper setting v Duplicate SCSI IDs in the same SCSI chain v A missing or incorrectly installed SCSI terminator...
Make sure that the device drivers on the client and server are using the same protocol. If the Ethernet controller still cannot connect to the network but the hardware appears to be working, the network administrator must investigate other possible sources of the error. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Turn on the server and reconfigure it each time. v Any external devices. v Surge-suppressor device (on the server). v Modem, printer, mouse, and non-IBM devices. v Each adapter. v Hard disk drives. v Memory modules. The minimum configuration requirement is 2 GB (two 1 GB DIMMs).
Adapters and attachments, in the same locations v Address jumpers, terminators, and cabling v Software versions and levels v Diagnostic program type and version level v Configuration option settings v Operating-system control-file setup IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
2. Customer replaceable units (CRUs) can be replaced by the customer. Tier 1 CRUs and Tier 2 CRUs are described in the IBM “Statement of Limited Warranty” (at “Part 3 - Warranty Information”), which is in the Warranty and Support Information document on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD.
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Table 3. Parts listing, Type 8863 (continued) CRU No. CRU No. Index Description (Tier 1) (Tier 2) FRU No. Hard disk drive, 36 GB (optional) 39R7364 Hard disk drive, 73 GB (optional) 39R7366 Air baffle (all models) 01R1479 Memory, 1 GB PC3200 ECC (all models) 39M5808 Memory, 2 GB PC3200 ECC (optional) 39M5811...
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. IBM power cords used in the United States and Canada are listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) and certified by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).
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IBM power cord part number Used in these countries and regions 14F0033 Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Botswana, Brunei Darussalam, Channel Islands, China (Hong Kong S.A.R.), Cyprus, Dominica, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Iraq, Ireland, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Liberia, Malawi, Malaysia, Malta, Myanmar (Burma), Nigeria, Oman,...
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Tier 1 or Tier 2 customer-replaceable unit (CRU), or a field-replaceable unit (FRU). v Installation of Tier 1 CRUs is your responsibility. If IBM installs a Tier 1 CRU at your request, you will be charged for the installation. You may install a Tier 2 CRU yourself or request IBM to install it, at no additional charge, under the type of warranty service that is designated for your server.
For a list of supported options for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/us/ compact/. System reliability guidelines To help ensure proper cooling and system reliability, make sure that: v Each of the drive bays has a drive or a filler panel and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) shield installed in it.
v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around you. v The use of a grounding system is recommended. For example, wear an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap, if one is available. Always use an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system when working inside the server with the power on.
6. Lift the bezel up to release the tabs at the bottom edge of the bezel. Tier 1 CRU information Installation of Tier 1 CRUs is your responsibility. If IBM installs a Tier 1 CRU at your request, you will be charged for the installation.
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3. Remove the server cover. 4. Remove the 2 SAS signal cables from the I/O board. 5. Remove the battery: a. Use one finger to press the top of the battery clip away from the battery. b. Lift and remove the battery from the socket. 6.
When the fan is installed properly the fans will slow down. To remove a hot-swap fan, complete the following steps. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Hot-swap fan 5 Hot-swap fan 6 Fan error Hot-swap fan 7 Hot-swap fan 8 Hot-swap fan 1 Hot-swap fan 2 Hot-swap fan 3 Hot-swap fan 4 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii, and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 100. Attention: Static electricity that is released to internal server components when the server is powered-on might cause the server to halt, which could...
There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician. To remove a hot-swap power supply, complete the following steps. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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Locking latch Locking handle (open) Power supply 2 (PS2) Power supply 1 (PS1) AC power LED (green) DC power LED (green) 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii, and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 100. Attention: Static electricity that is released to internal server components when the server is powered-on might cause the server to halt, which could result in the loss of data.
(SDRAM) with error correcting code (ECC) DIMMs. These DIMMs must be compatible with the latest PC2-3200 SDRAM Registered DIMM specifications. For a list of the supported options for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/us/ compact/. v The server supports up to four memory cards. Each memory card holds up to four DIMMs.
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Table 5. Memory card installation sequence for cost-sensitive configuration (continued) Memory card order Memory card DIMM pair Second 1 and 3 2 and 4 Third 1 and 3 2 and 4 Fourth 1 and 3 2 and 4 Table 6. Memory card installation sequence for memory-mirrored configuration Memory card order Memory card DIMM pair...
Active Memory Active Memory is an IBM technology that improves the reliability of the DIMMs ™ through memory mirroring, memory scrubbing, and Memory ProteXion features. The following notes describe the Active Memory features: v Memory mirroring enables you to improve the reliability of the memory in your server by creating a mirror of the data in memory port 1 and storing it in memory port 2.
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v Memory ProteXion reassigns memory bits to new locations within memory when recoverable errors have been detected. When a recoverable error is found by memory scrubbing, the Memory ProteXion feature writes the data that was to be stored in the damaged memory locations to spare memory locations within the same DIMM.
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii, and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 100. 2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and all external cables necessary to replace the device. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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3. Remove the memory card. a. Open the memory card retention levers ( 1 and 2 ) on the top of the memory card. b. While holding the retention levers open, lift the memory card out of the server. 4. Place a memory card on a flat, static protected surface with the DIMM connectors facing up.
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2. Remove the top cover “Removing the cover and bezel” on page 101. Attention: When moving the memory card, do not allow it to impact any components or structures inside the server. Make sure that the Memory Hot-Swap Enabled LED is lit. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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3. Remove the memory card. a. Open the memory card retention levers ( 1 and 2 ) on the top of the memory card. b. While holding the retention levers open, lift the memory card out of the server. 4. Place a memory card on a flat, static protected surface with the DIMM connectors facing up.
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To avoid breaking the DIMM retaining clips or damaging the DIMM connectors, open and close the clips gently. 4. Open the retaining clip on each end of the DIMM connector. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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5. Touch the static-protective package that contains the DIMM to any unpainted metal surface on the outside of the server. Then, remove the DIMM from the package. 6. Turn the DIMM so that the DIMM keys align correctly with the slot. DIMM Retaining clip...
Tier 2 CRU information You may install a Tier 2 CRU yourself or request IBM to install it, at no additional charge, under the type of warranty service that is designated for your server. Operator information panel assembly To remove the operator information panel assembly, complete the following steps.
2. Connect the light path diagnostics ribbon cable and front USB cable to the I/O board. 3. Slide the front-panel assembly into the server until the blue tab on the chassis engages. 4. Replace the bezel and top cover. 5. Reconnect external cables and power cords. I/O board When replacing the I/O board, you must either update the server with the latest SAS firmware or restore the pre-existing firmware from a diskette or CD image.
4. Lift the latch mechanism. 5. Remove all adapters and adapter dividers, and place the adapters on a static-protective surface (see the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD). Note: You might find it helpful to note where each adapter is installed before removing the adapters.
8. Lift the guide out of the server. To install a PCI-X adapter guide, complete the following steps: 1. Align the two tabs on the PCI-X adapter guide with the two slots on the chassis. 2. Set the guide firmly into place and turn the quarter-turn fasteners to secure the guide.
3. Remove the top cover. 4. Pull the hard disk drives out of the server slightly to disengage them from the SAS backplane. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
5. Note where the SAS cables are connected, and then disconnect the 2 SAS cables from the SAS backplane. 6. Squeeze the two blue release tabs. 7. Lift the SAS backplane out of the server slightly; then, disconnect the power cable and remove the backplane.
You can use the Configurations/Setup utility program to determine the specific type of microprocessor in the server. v Install an IBM xSeries Dual-Core X3 Upgrade Option kit to enable the server to support dual-core microprocessors. Important: The following minimum code levels must be installed for the server to support the dual-core upgrade: –...
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Air baffle Heat sink Microprocessor Microprocessor baffle VRM 4 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii, and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 100. 2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and all external cables necessary to replace the device. 3.
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VRM simultaneously. The retaining clips snap into the locked position when the VRM is seated in the connector. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
9. Install the air baffle in the microprocessor tray. 10. Install the microprocessor tray in the server: a. Make sure that the microprocessor-tray release latch is open; then, push the microprocessor tray into the server. b. Close the tray levers and make sure they are securely latched. c.
(see “Removing and installing a microprocessor” on page 124). 12. Remove the power backplane (see “Power backplane” on page 130). 13. Loosen the blue retainer screws on the rear of the server. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
14. Slide the PCI-X board assembly toward the front of the server and grasp the blue handle to pull the assembly out of the server. To install a PCI-X board assembly, complete the following steps: 1. Grasp the blue handle on the PCI-X board assembly and place the assembly in the chassis.
(see “Removing and installing a microprocessor” on page 124). 7. Remove the power supplies and the power-supply structure (see “Power-supply structure” on page 121). IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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8. Remove the screws that secure the power backplane to the chassis and lift the power backplane out of the server. To install a power backplane, complete the following steps: 1. Align the power backplane in the server and secure the power backplane with screws.
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Configuring the server The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD provides software setup tools and installation tools that are specifically designed for your IBM server. Use this CD during the initial installation of the server to configure basic hardware features and to simplify the operating-system installation.
Enable USB legacy keyboard and mouse support v Resolve configuration conflicts Go to http://www.ibm.com/support/ to check for the latest version of the BIOS code. Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program To start the Configuration/Setup Utility program, complete the following steps: 1.
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Configuration/Setup Utility menu choices The following choices are on the Configuration/Setup Utility main menu. Depending on the version of the BIOS code in the server, some menu choices might differ slightly from these descriptions. v System Summary Select this choice to view configuration information, including the type, speed, and cache sizes of the microprocessors, type and speed of installed USB devices, and the amount of installed memory.
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See “Administrator password” on page 139 for more information. This choice is on the Configuration/Setup Utility menu only if an IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine is installed. v Start Options Select this choice to view or change the start options.
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To view the BMC System Event Log, which contains all system error and warning messages that have been generated. Use the arrow keys to move between pages in the log. If an optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine is installed, the full text of the error messages is displayed;...
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Remove the server battery and then reinstall it. See “Battery” on page 102 for instructions for removing the battery. v Change the position of the power-on password override jumper (J9 on the I/O board) to bypass the power-on password check. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
Configuration/Setup Utility menu. You can use any combination of up to seven characters (A–Z, a–z, and 0–9) for the password. The Administrator Password choice is on the Configuration/Setup Utility menu only if an optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine is installed. Attention: If you set an administrator password and then forget it, there is no way to change, override, or remove it.
Utility appears, press Ctrl+A. If an administrator password has been set, you are prompted to type the password. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to configure the controller settings. Go to http://www.ibm.com/support/ to check for the latest version of the SAS firmware. Configuring the Ethernet controller The Ethernet controller is integrated on the system board.
ServeRAID controller. For information about these programs, see the documentation that comes with the ServeRAID controller and the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. If your server comes with an operating system installed, such as Microsoft Windows 2000 Datacenter Server, see the software documentation that comes with the server for configuration information.
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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...
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 Eserver and IntelliStation products, services, and support. The address for IBM xSeries and BladeCenter information is http://www.ibm.com/eserver/xseries/. The address for IBM IntelliStation information is http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/intellistation/.
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.
Other company, product, or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. Important notes Processor speeds indicate the internal clock speed of the microprocessor; other factors also affect application performance. IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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.
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IBM equipment. For information on proper disposal of these batteries, contact IBM at 1-800-426-4333. Have the IBM part number listed on the battery available prior to your call. In the Netherlands, the following applies. For Taiwan: Please recycle batteries.
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FRUs, replacing front-panel assembly 123 microprocessor 124 microprocessor-board assembly 124 PCI-X board assembly 128 DVD-ROM activity 5 PCI-X switch-card assembly 129 error power backplane 130 memory 109 memory card 109 IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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LED (continued) Memory ProteXion 111 Gigabit Ethernet 1 activity 7 Memory scrubbing 110 Gigabit Ethernet 1 link 7 messages Gigabit Ethernet 2 activity 7 diagnostic 57 Gigabit Ethernet 2 link 7 service processor 77 hard disk drive activity 4, 5 microprocessor 3 hard disk drive status 4 order of installation 124...
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SAS/SATA Configuration Utility program 140 PCI-X switch-card assembly 129 ServerGuide 134 power backplane 130 UpdateXpress program 133 power supply 106 utility power-supply structure 121 Configuration/Setup program, using 134 SAS backplane 122 reset button 48 IBM xSeries 366 Type 8863: Problem Determination and Service Guide...
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video connector 6 VRM LED 52 Web site 1 weight 3 World Wide Web 1 Index...
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