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Summary of Contents for IBM Power System 8248-L4T
- Page 1 Power Systems Voltage regulators for the 8248-L4T, 8408-E8D, or 9109-RMD...
- Page 3 Power Systems Voltage regulators for the 8248-L4T, 8408-E8D, or 9109-RMD...
- Page 4 Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in “Safety notices” on page v, “Notices” on page 75, the IBM Systems Safety Notices manual, G229-9054, and the IBM Environmental Notices and User Guide, Z125–5823. This edition applies to IBM Power Systems servers that contain the POWER7 processor and to all associated models.
- Page 5 Activating the indicator light for the failing part . . 22 Deactivating the failing-part indicator light . . 22 Identifying a failing part in an IBM i system or logical partition . . 23 Activating the failing-part indicator light . 23 Deactivating the failing-part indicator light .
- Page 6 Verifying a repair . . 51 Verifying the repair in AIX . . 52 Verifying a repair by using an IBM i system or logical partition . . 55 Verifying the repair in Linux . 57 Verifying the repair from the management console .
- Page 7 You should also refer to the safety information documentation any time you do not clearly understand any safety information in the U.S. English publications. Replacement or additional copies of safety information documentation can be obtained by calling the IBM Hotline at 1-800-300-8751.
- Page 8 Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the IBM provided power cord. Do not use the IBM provided power cord for any other product.
- Page 9 Observe the following precautions when working on or around your IT rack system: v Heavy equipment–personal injury or equipment damage might result if mishandled. v Always lower the leveling pads on the rack cabinet. v Always install stabilizer brackets on the rack cabinet. v To avoid hazardous conditions due to uneven mechanical loading, always install the heaviest devices in the bottom of the rack cabinet.
- Page 10 CAUTION: Removing components from the upper positions in the rack cabinet improves rack stability during relocation. Follow these general guidelines whenever you relocate a populated rack cabinet within a room or building: v Reduce the weight of the rack cabinet by removing equipment starting at the top of the rack cabinet.
- Page 11 (L003) All lasers are certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter J for class 1 laser products. Outside the U.S., they are certified to be in compliance with IEC 60825 as a class 1 laser product.
- Page 12 Exchange only with the IBM-approved part. Recycle or discard the battery as instructed by local regulations. In the United States, IBM has a process for the collection of this battery. For information, call 1-800-426-4333. Have the IBM part number for the battery unit available when you call. (C003)
- Page 13 Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the IBM provided power cord. Do not use the IBM provided power cord for any other product.
- Page 14 (http://www-912.ibm.com/e_dir/eServerPrereq.nsf). If the required software is not installed, see the following websites to download and then install the software before continuing: v To download firmware and software updates and fixes, see Fix Central (http://www.ibm.com/ support/fixcentral). v To download Hardware Management Console (HMC) updates and fixes, see Hardware Management Console Support and downloads (http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/sas/f/hmcl/...
- Page 15 4. Stop the system. For instructions, see “Stopping a system or logical partition” on page 28. 5. Disconnect the power source from the system by unplugging the system. For instructions, see Disconnecting the power cords. Note: This system might be equipped with a second power supply. Before continuing with this procedure, ensure that the power source to the system has been completely disconnected.
- Page 16 Figure 2. Push button on the planar 11. Remove the voltage regulator module from its antistatic package. 12. Install the voltage regulator module by performing the following steps: a. Ensure that the connector tabs (A) are pushed out to the unlocked position before you install a new voltage regulator module.
- Page 17 13. Place the system into the operating position. For instructions, see Placing the rack-mounted 8248-L4T, 8408-E8D, or 9109-RMD system into the operating position. 14. Replace the front cover. For instructions, see Installing the front cover on the 8248-L4T, 8408-E8D, or 9109-RMD.
- Page 18 1. Identify the system that you will be working on and turn on the system locate (blue) indicator. For instructions, see Enabling enclosure indicators and Control panel LEDs. 2. Use the service indicator light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to help identify the part. For instructions, see Identifying a part.
- Page 19 Attention: v Attach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) from damaging your hardware. v When using a wrist strap, follow all electrical safety procedures. A wrist strap is for static control. It does not increase or decrease your risk of receiving electric shock when using or working on electrical equipment.
- Page 20 11. Place the voltage regulator module on an electrostatic discharge (ESD) surface. If you removed the voltage regulator module as part of another service procedure, continue with that procedure. To replace the voltage regulator module or to install a new voltage regulator module, see the following topics: v Replacing the 8248-L4T, 8408-E8D, or 9109-RMD processor voltage regulator module.