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IBM E Server x336 Series Option Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 ERserver IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837 Option Installation Guide...
  • Page 3 ERserver IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837 Option Installation Guide...
  • Page 4 Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in “Notices,” on page 51. First Edition (July 2004) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2004. All rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.
  • Page 5 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 6 Safety Information book. For example, if a caution statement begins with a number 1, translations for that caution statement appear in the IBM Safety Information book under statement 1. Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this documentation before performing the instructions.
  • Page 7 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.
  • Page 8 Statement 2: CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If the system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer.
  • Page 9 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.
  • Page 10 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. viii IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Universal Serial Bus connector ....49 Video connector ......49 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004...
  • Page 12 Power cords ......56 Index ......59 IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1. Introduction

    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.

  • Page 14: Notices And Statements Used In This 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.
  • Page 15 Cover Slot 2 adapter cover Low profile adapter (optional) Fan 4 (optional) Remote Supervisor Fan 5 Adapter II SlimLine Fan 6 assembly (optional) Fan 7 Heat sink Microprocessor Heat sink retainer System board Fan 1 Fan 2 Fan 3 Power supply SCSI hard drive DVD-ROM drive Filler panel...

  • Page 16: System-Board Internal Cable Connectors

    Front operator panel (J2) SATA 1 connector (J31) SATA 0 connector (J36) Fan 1-3 connector (J30) Fan 4-7 connector (J33) Front USB connector (J38) DVD-ROM connector (J39) System-board connector SCSI connector (J35) IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 17: System-Board Jumpers

    System-board jumpers The following illustration shows the jumpers on the system board. BIOS boot backup (J21) Password reset (J22) Force update BMC (J48) Notes: 1. Before moving any jumpers, turn off the server; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables. (Review the information in “Safety” on page iii, “Installation guidelines”...

  • Page 18: System-Board External Connectors

    The following illustration shows the external input/output connectors on the system board. Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine Ethernet (J9) Dual Ethernet (J11) Mouse (J16) Keyboard (17) USB 1 (J18) USB 2 (J19) Serial (J29) Video (J37) IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 19: System-Board Leds

    System-board LEDs The following illustration shows the light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the system board. DIMM 1 error LED (CR5) DIMM 2 error LED (CR6) DIMM 3 error LED (CR8) DIMM 4 error LED CR DIMM 5 error LED CR DIMM 6 error LED CR DIMM 7 error LED CR...

  • Page 20: System-Board Option Connectors

    VRM 2 (J25) DVD connector (J39) Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine (J41) Slot 1: Slot 2: PCI-X slot 1 64 bit/ PCI-X 64 bit/133 MHz or 100 MHz (U33) PCI-Express x8 (U34) IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 21: System-Board Cable Channels

    System-board cable channels The following illustration shows the cable channels on the system board where you should route the cables from user-installable options. Hard disk drive cable routing Full length PCI and SCSI cable routing Low profile PCI cable routing System cable routing Chapter 1.

  • Page 22: Light Path Diagnostics Panel

    For more information about Light Path diagnostics, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. The following table lists the LEDs on the Light Path diagnostics panel, the problems that they indicate, and actions to solve the problems.
  • Page 23 Make sure that the air vents are not blocked. v Make sure that the room temperature is not too high. See “Features and Specifications” in the Installation Guide or the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for temperature information. If the problem remains, call for service.
  • Page 24 On-board SCSI. v The system board might have a malfunction. PCI-C An error has occurred on PCI bus C. Check the on-board Ethernet controllers or check for a general system board malfunction. IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 25: Chapter 2. Installing Options

    You have replaced a failed fan within 48 hours. v When replacing a hot-swap fan, you have 5 minutes to install the new fan or the server will shutdown. v You have replaced a hot-swap drive within 2 minutes of removal. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004...

  • Page 26: Working Inside The Server With The Power On

    Do not place the device on the server cover or on a metal surface. v Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather. Heating reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity. IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 27: Server Power Features

    Server power features When the server is connected to an ac power source but is not turned on, the operating system does not run, and all core logic except for the BMC is shut down; however, the server can respond to requests from the service processor, such as a remote request to turn on the server.
  • Page 28 The baseboard management controller can turn off the server as an automatic response to a critical system failure. v You can turn off the server through a request from the service processor. IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 29: Removing The Server Cover

    Removing the server cover Complete the following steps to remove the server cover: Attention: Before removing the server cover, remove the server from the rack and open the two fan doors. See the following illustration. Cover release latch Fan door A Rail-lock Side release latch...
  • Page 30 If you are installing a low-profile adapter, continue with “Installing a low-profile adapter into adapter slot 1” on page 19. If you are installing an adapter in slot 2, go to “Installing an adapter into adapter slot 2” on page 20. IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 31: Installing A Low-Profile Adapter Into Adapter Slot 1

    Installing a low-profile adapter into adapter slot 1 Complete the following steps to install the low-profile adapter: 1. Read the safety information beginning on page v and “Installation guidelines” on page 13. 2. Remove the expansion-slot cover from adapter slot 1. From the rear of the server, push the slot 1 expansion cover to the left and then toward the inside of the server.

  • Page 32: Installing An Adapter Into Adapter Slot 2

    Push the expansion-slot cover in toward the inside of the adapter cover. d. Remove the expansion slot 2 cover. Store the cover in a safe place. IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...
  • Page 33 Note: If you are installing a PCI-Express type adapter, you need an optional riser card to plug the adapter into the system board. 5. Prior to installing a full-length adapter, rotate the PCI-adapter retainer bracket 90° away from the adapter cover, to allow insertion of the adapter. 6.

  • Page 34: Installing The Remote Supervisor Adapter Ii Slimline

    2. Remove the slot 2 adapter cover, to allow access to the mounting brackets for the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine. See “Installing an adapter into adapter slot 2” on page 20 for additional information on removing the slot 2 adapter cover. IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...
  • Page 35 Cover snaps Cover snaps 3. Install the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine cover: a. Hook the four cover snaps on the right side of the cover to the adapter (the side closest to the power-supply bay). b. Rotate the adapter toward the cover and hook the left cover snaps to the adapter.

  • Page 36: Installing A Hard Disk Drive

    If you are installing a hot-swap drive, continue with “Installing a hot-swap hard disk drive” on page 25. If you are installing a simple swap drive, go to “Installing a simple swap hard disk drive” on page 26. IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 37: Installing A Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive

    Installing a hot-swap hard disk drive If you are installing a 2.5-inch hot-swap drive, continue with “Installing a 2.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive.” If you are installing a 3.5-inch hot-swap drive, go to “Installing a 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive” on page 26. Installing a 2.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive Complete the following steps to install a 2.5-inch hot-swap SCSI hard disk drive.

  • Page 38: Installing A Simple Swap Hard Disk Drive

    2. Remove the filler panel for the drive from either bay. If you have only one simple swap hard disk drive, you can install it in either the left bay or the right bay. IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 39: Removing And Installing An Internal Dvd-Rom Drive Or Dvd-Rom Blank Bezel

    Note: To make sure there is adequate system cooling, do not operate the server for more than 2 minutes without either a hard disk drive or a filler panel installed in each bay. 3. Insert the simple swap hard disk drive into the drive tray assembly. 4.
  • Page 40 6. Remove the retention clip from the DVD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM blank bezel. This retention clip will be needed when you install a DVD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM blank bezel in the hard drive cage. IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 41: Installing An Internal Dvd-Rom Drive Or Dvd-Rom Blank Bezel

    7. Go to “Installing an internal DVD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM blank bezel” on page Installing an internal DVD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM blank bezel Complete the following steps to install an internal DVD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM blank bezel. DVD-ROM drive DVD-ROM blank bezel 1.
  • Page 42 3.5-inch hard drive cage back and then down to slide the drive cage backward and connect its electrical connectors. 8. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now. 9. Go to “Completing the installation” on page 44. IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 43: Installing A Memory Module

    The server supports 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB DIMMs. See the ® ServerProven list at http://www.ibm.com/pc/compat/ for a list of memory modules that the server supports. v The server comes with one pair of DIMMs installed in DIMM slots 1 and 2 on the system board.
  • Page 44 2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables (see “Turning off the server” on page 15); then, remove the cover (see “Removing the server cover” on page 17). IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 45: Installing An Additional Microprocessor

    The following notes describe the type of microprocessor that the server supports and other information that you must consider when installing a microprocessor: v The server supports up to two microprocessors (two-way support); the IBM xSeries 336 server comes with one Xeon microprocessor installed. With two microprocessors, the server can operate as a symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) server.
  • Page 46 Make sure that the microprocessor internal and external clock frequencies are identical. v See the ServerProven list at http://www.ibm.com/pc/compat/ for a list of microprocessors that the server supports. Complete the following steps to install a microprocessor: 1.
  • Page 47 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 14. 4. If you are installing a microprocessor in the microprocessor 2 socket, first install a VRM in the microprocessor 2 VRM slot (J-25) and remove the protective cover, if supplied, from the microprocessor 2 socket.
  • Page 48 Press firmly on the captive screws and tighten them, alternating between screws until they are tight. Do not overtighten the screws by using excessive force. IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...
  • Page 49 Fan 4 8. Install fan 4, in front of the second microprocessor. See “Replacing a hot-swap fan” on page 41 for instructions. 9. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now. 10. Go to “Completing the installation” on page 44. Chapter 2.

  • Page 50: Installing And Removing A Hot-Swap Power Supply

    Pull the blank cover from the power-supply bay. Save the power-supply blank cover in a safe place. Attention: During normal operation, each power-supply bay must have either a power supply or power-supply blank cover installed for proper cooling. IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 51: Removing A Power Supply

    The following illustration shows a power supply in bay 1 and a blank cover in power-supply bay 2. Power supply 2 Power supply 1 Blank cover 3. Install the power supply in the empty bay. Power supply Handle (open position) AC power LED (green) Power supply...

  • Page 52: Using Y Power-Cord Connectors For Power Backup

    Back-UPS unit for power supply 2 (redundant power supply) on both servers. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 44. IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 53: Replacing A Hot-Swap Fan

    Replacing a hot-swap fan The server comes with a maximum of seven hot-swap fans. If the server has one microprocessor, it has six fans. If you install a second microprocessor, the seventh fan, fan 4, comes with the optional second microprocessor. Attention: To ensure proper server operation, if a fan fails, replace it as soon as possible.

  • Page 54: Replacing The Battery

    The following notes describe information that you must consider when replacing the battery: v IBM has designed this product with your safety in mind. The lithium battery must be handled correctly to avoid possible danger. If you replace the battery, you must adhere to the following instructions.
  • Page 55 Battery 5. Locate the battery (connector BH1) on the system board. 6. Remove the battery: a. Use one finger to pull the retainer tab that secures the battery to its housing. b. Use one finger to slide the battery up and out from its socket. 7.

  • Page 56: Completing The Installation

    3. Press down on the cover release latch until the cover properly engages all the inset tabs on the server. 4. Close the fan doors. 5. Install the server in the rack. See the Rack Installation Instructions that come with the server for details. IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 57: Connecting The Cables

    The Configuration/Setup Utility program starts automatically so that you can save the new configuration settings. For more information, see the section about configuring the server in the User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation Some options have device drivers that you must install. See the documentation that comes with each option for information about installing device drivers.
  • Page 58 For information about configuring the integrated Gigabit Ethernet controller, see the Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet Software CD. IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 59: Chapter 3. I/O Connectors

    Ethernet connector (Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine Ethernet) on the rear of the server. See the documentation that comes with the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine for more information. The following sections describe these connectors. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004...

  • Page 60: Auxiliary-Device (Pointing Device) Connector

    Notes: 1. The server has three Ethernet connectors. Two of the Ethernet connectors are attached to the Ethernet controllers. See the IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837 User’s Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for more information about the Ethernet controllers.

  • Page 61: Universal Serial Bus Connector

    Universal Serial Bus connector Use a Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector to connect a USB device. The USB ports support both USB 1.0, 1.1 and 2.0. The following table contains the speeds and cable lengths that USB 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 support. USB 1.0/1.1 USB 2.0 Speed...
  • Page 62 IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 63: Appendix. 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 64: Trademarks

    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 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 65: Product Recycling And Disposal

    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 66: Electronic Emission Notices

    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 unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.

  • Page 67: European Union Emc Directive Conformance 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 68: Power Cords

    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).
  • Page 69 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,...
  • Page 70 IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...

  • Page 71: Index

    38 cover installing 44 removing 17 installation guidelines 13 installation, completing 44 installing documentation 2.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive 25 related 1 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drive 26 documentation, updates 1 adapter, slot 1 19 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004...
  • Page 72 PCI-X low profile adapter, slot 1, installing 18 slot 2, installing 18 trademarks 52 pointing device port 48 turn off server 15 port turn on server 15 auxiliary-device 48 turning on the server 15 connectors 6 Ethernet 48 IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...
  • Page 73 United States electronic emission Class A notice 54 United States FCC Class A notice 54 Universal Serial Bus connector 49 updating server configuration 45 USB connector 49 video connector 49 Wake on LAN feature 15, 16 web site, IBM support 31, 34 Y power-cord connectors 40 Index...
  • Page 74 IBM xSeries 336 Type 8837: Option Installation Guide...
  • Page 76 Part Number: 25K9151 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 25K9151...

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