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Lenovo ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation And Maintenance Manual
Lenovo ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation And Maintenance Manual

Lenovo ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation And Maintenance Manual

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  • Page 1 ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide Machine Type: 7D3K...
  • Page 2 Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the safety information and the safety instructions, which are available at: http://thinksystem.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/safety_documentation/pdf_files.html In addition, be sure that you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the Lenovo warranty for your system, which can be found at: http://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/warrantylookup Fourth Edition (March 2023) ©...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Running diagnostics ... Test memory ....Completing the replacement process ..© Copyright Lenovo 2021, 2023...
  • Page 4 Index ....113 Contacting Support ... . . 104 ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 5: 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 Lenovo 2021, 2023...
  • Page 6 Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad. Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 7: Chapter 1. Introduction

    • Memory: 64 GB per node, 128 GB in total • NVRAM: 8 GB per node, 16 GB in total • Type: – DDR4-2666, dual-rank, 32 GB ECC RDIMM Note: 8 GB of NVRAM used from controller 64 GB memory. © Copyright Lenovo 2021, 2023...
  • Page 8 – Operating: ASHRAE class A2: 8%–80%; maximum dew point: 21°C (70°F) – Shipping or storage: 10%–95% Your storage complies with ASHARE class A2 specifications. For detailed information, see “ASHRAE class compliance information” on page 110. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 9: Management Software

    Tech Tips Lenovo continually updates the support website with the latest tips and techniques that you can use to solve issues that you might have with your system. These Tech Tips (also called retain tips or service bulletins) provide procedures to work around issues related to the operation of your system.
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  • Page 11: Chapter 2. System Components

    The system attention LED provides basic diagnostic functions for your storage system. If the system attention LED is lit, one or more LEDs elsewhere in the system might also be lit to direct you to the source of the error. © Copyright Lenovo 2021, 2023...
  • Page 12: Rear View

    The shelf ID is used to show the ID number of the shelf. Each shelf in a configuration needs to have a unique Rear view The rear view of the storage provides access to the system connectors and components. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 13 Figure 2. Rear view with dual, high availability, nodes Top controller, node A Bottom controller, node B Figure 3. Rear view of controller nodes Host Interface Card slot 1 Host Interface Card slot 2 Power Supply RJ-45 console port USB Type-A port Micro-USB console port 1 GbE RJ-45 management port 10 Gbase-T Ethernet RJ45 ports (2)
  • Page 14: Rear View Leds

    RJ45 management port some upstream device. link LED None No link is established. Blinking Green Traffic is flowing over the connection. RJ45 management port activity LED None No traffic is flowing over the connection. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 15 NVMEM discharge LED The NVMEM discharge LED provides the status of ONTAP running on the controller. Status Color Description Blinking Green NVMEM destage events are occurring. Solid Green NVMEM destage events completed successfully. None The system is running normally and the NVMEM is ready if ONTAP is running.
  • Page 16: Pcie Slots

    HIC, 16/32Gb 4C57A67133 BEVP SFP+ Fibre Channel 8/16/32 Gb FC,4-ports NVMe/FC 8/ 16/32 Gb Expansion HIC, 2x100Gb 4C57A67134 BEVR QSFP28 Ethernet 100Gb NVMe-RoCE,2- ports : Used with DM240N expansion, restricted to 100 GbE only. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 17: Chapter 3. System Installation And Setup

    B B e e f f o o r r e e y y o o u u b b e e g g i i n n You need to have access to the Lenovo Press for information about site requirements as well as additional information on your configured system.
  • Page 18: Installing The Hardware

    Cluster Management Using ThinkSystem Storage Manager for DM Series Installing the hardware You need to install your system in a 4-post rack or Lenovo system cabinet, as applicable. P P r r o o c c e e d d u u r r e e Step 1.
  • Page 19: Cabling Controllers

    Step 4. Place the bezel on the front of the system. Cabling controllers There is required cabling for your platform's cluster using the two-node switchless cluster method or the cluster interconnect network method. There is optional cabling to the Fibre Channel or iSCSI host networks or direct-attached storage.
  • Page 20 Cable the cluster interconnect ports to each other with the 25GbE cluster interconnect cable • e0c to e0c • e0d to e0d Cable ports 1a through 1d to data or host network switches: Cable ports 2a through 2d to the FC host network switches: ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 21 Step Perform on each controller Cable the wrench ports to the management network switches with the RJ45 cables. DO NOT plug in the power cords at this point. Step 2. To complete setting up your system, see “Completing system setup and configuration” on page 20 Cabling a switched cluster All ports on the controllers are connected to switches;...
  • Page 22 Cable the cluster interconnect ports to the 25 GbE cluster interconnect switches. • e0c • e0d Cable ports 1a through 1d to data or host network switches: Cable ports 2a through 2d to the FC host network switches: ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 23 Step Perform on each controller Cable the wrench ports to the management network switches with the RJ45 cables. DO NOT plug in the power cords at this point. Step 2. To complete setting up your system, see “Completing system setup and configuration” on page 20. Cabling configuration-dependant options You have configuration-dependant optional cabling to the Fibre Channel or iSCSI host networks or direct- attached storage.
  • Page 24 Be sure to check the illustration arrow for the proper cable connector pull-tab orientation. Pull-tab Note: As you insert the connector, you should feel it click into place; if you do not feel it click, remove it, turn it around and try again. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 25 Step Perform on each controller module Cable ports e1a through e1d to the 10GbE host network switches. To perform other optional cabling, choose from: • “Cabling to a Fibre Channel host network” on page 17 • “Cabling the controllers to a single drive shelf” on page 19 To complete setting up your system, see “Completing system setup and configuration”...
  • Page 26: Completing System Setup And Configuration

    Note: See your laptop or console's online help for how to configure the console port. Connect the console cable to the laptop or console using the console cable that came with your system, and then connect the laptop to the management switch on the management subnet . ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 27 Assign a TCP/IP address to the laptop or console, using one that is on the management subnet. Step 2. Plug the power cords into the controller power supplies, and then connect them to power sources on different circuits. The system begins to boot. Initial booting may take up to eight minutes Step 3.
  • Page 28 ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 29: Chapter 4. Hardware Replacement Procedures

    CAUTION: The power supply is short. Always use two hands to support it when removing it from the controller module so that it does not suddenly swing free from the controller module and injure you. © Copyright Lenovo 2021, 2023...
  • Page 30: Completing The Replacement Process

    Once power is restored to the power supply, the status LED should be green. Completing the replacement process After you replace the part, you can return the failed part to Lenovo, as described in the RMA instructions shipped with the kit.Contact technical support at...
  • Page 31: Replacing A Fan

    Replacing a fan Shutting down the impaired node To shut down the impaired node, you must determine the status of the node and, if necessary, take over the node so that the healthy node continues to serve data from the impaired node storage. B B e e f f o o r r e e y y o o u u b b e e g g i i n n •...
  • Page 32 Using both hands, grasp the controller module sides and gently pull it out of the chassis and set it on a flat, stable surface. Step 7. Turn the thumbscrew on the front of the controller module anti-clockwise and open the controller module cover. Thumbscrew Controller module cover ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 33: Replacing A Fan

    Replacing a fan To replace a fan, remove the failed fan module and replace it with a new fan module. A A b b o o u u t t t t h h i i s s t t a a s s k k A video for this task is available at: •...
  • Page 34 Return the node to normal operation by giving back its storage from the running node: storage failover giveback -ofnode impaired_node_name Note: This should be done when the impaired node shows "Waiting for giveback..." ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 35: Completing The Replacement Process

    -node local -auto-giveback true Completing the replacement process After you replace the part, you can return the failed part to Lenovo, as described in the RMA instructions shipped with the kit.Contact technical support at if you need the RMA number or Lenovo Data Center Support additional help with the replacement procedure.
  • Page 36: Shutting Down The Impaired Controller

    P P r r o o c c e e d d u u r r e e Step 1. If you are not already grounded, properly ground yourself. Step 2. Unplug the controller module power supplies from the source. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 37 Step 3. Release the power cable retainers, and then unplug the cables from the power supplies. Step 4. Remove the storage and networking cables. Step 5. Insert your forefinger into the latching mechanism on either side of the controller module, press the lever with your thumb, and gently pull the controller a few inches out of the chassis.
  • Page 38 Step 7. Turn the thumbscrew on the front of the controller module anti-clockwise and open the controller module cover. Thumbscrew Controller module cover ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 39 Step 8. Lift out the air duct cover. Moving the power supplies You must move the power supplies from the impaired controller module to the replacement controller module when you replace a controller module. A A b b o o u u t t t t h h i i s s t t a a s s k k A video for this task is available at: •...
  • Page 40 A A b b o o u u t t t t h h i i s s t t a a s s k k A video for this task is available at: • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-C8THdP1nmPF25RWwGRta3v P P r r o o c c e e d d u u r r e e ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 41 Step 1. Remove the fan module by pinching the locking tabs on the side of the fan module, and then lifting the fan module straight out of the controller module. Fan locking tabs Fan module Step 2. Move the fan module to the replacement controller module, and then install the fan module by aligning its edges with the opening in the controller module, and then sliding the fan module into the controller module until the locking latches click into place.
  • Page 42 The DIMMs fit tightly in the socket. If not, reinsert the DIMM to realign it with the socket. Visually inspect the DIMM to verify that it is evenly aligned and fully inserted into the socket. Repeat these substeps for the remaining DIMM. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 43 Moving a mezzanine card To move a mezzanine card, which is also referred to as a host interface card (HIC), you must remove the cabling and any QSFPs and SFPs from the ports, move the mezzanine card to the replacement controller, reinstall any QSFPs and SFPs onto the ports, and cable the ports.
  • Page 44 A A b b o o u u t t t t h h i i s s t t a a s s k k You can use the following steps to install the replacement controller module in the chassis. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 45 A video for this task is available at: • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-C8THdP1nmPF25RWwGRta3v P P r r o o c c e e d d u u r r e e Step 1. If you have not already done so, close the air duct. Chapter 4 Hardware replacement procedures...
  • Page 46 Press your thumbs down on the orange tabs on top of the latching mechanism and gently push the controller module over the stop. Release your thumbs from the top of the latching mechanisms and continue pushing until the latching mechanisms snap into place. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 47: Running Diagnostics

    • If the test reported no failures, select Reboot from the menu to reboot the system. Completing the replacement process After you replace the part, you can return the failed part to Lenovo, as described in the RMA instructions shipped with the kit.Contact technical support at...
  • Page 48: Replacing A Dimm

    A A b b o o u u t t t t h h i i s s t t a a s s k k A video for this task is available at: ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 49 • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-C8THdP1nmPF25RWwGRta3v P P r r o o c c e e d d u u r r e e Step 1. If you are not already grounded, properly ground yourself. Step 2. Unplug the controller module power supplies from the source. Step 3.
  • Page 50 Step 7. Turn the thumbscrew on the front of the controller module anti-clockwise and open the controller module cover. Thumbscrew Controller module cover ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 51: Replacing A Dimm

    Step 8. Lift out the air duct cover. Replacing a DIMM To replace a DIMM, you must locate it in the controller module using the DIMM map label on top of the air duct or locating it using the LED next to the DIMM, and then replace it following the specific sequence of steps.
  • Page 52: Installing The Controller Module

    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-C8THdP1nmPF25RWwGRta3v P P r r o o c c e e d d u u r r e e Step 1. If you have not already done so, close the air duct. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 53 Chapter 4 Hardware replacement procedures...
  • Page 54 Cable the management and console ports only, so that you can access the system to perform the tasks in the following sections. Note: You will connect the rest of the cables to the controller module later in this procedure. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 55: Running Diagnostics

    • If the test reported no failures, select Reboot from the menu to reboot the system. Completing the replacement process After you replace the part, you can return the failed part to Lenovo, as described in the RMA instructions shipped with the kit.Contact technical support at...
  • Page 56: Pre-Shutdown Checks For Onboard Encryption Keys

    Checking LVE or LSE on systems running ONTAP 9.6 and later Before shutting down the impaired node, you need to check whether the system has either Lenovo Volume Encryption (LVE) or Lenovo Storage Encryption (LSE) enabled. If so, you need to verify the configuration.
  • Page 57 Restore the external key management authentication keys to all nodes in the cluster: security key-manager external restore If the command fails, contact Lenovo Support. https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/ Restored Verify that the column equals for all authentication keys: security key-manager key query Shut down the impaired node.
  • Page 58 You can safely shutdown the node. Key Manager onboard Restored Step 4. If the type displays and the column displays anything other than Enter the onboard security key-manager sync command: security key-manager onboard sync ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 59: Shutting Down The Impaired Controller

    Completing node shutdown After completing the LVE or Lenovo Storage Encryption (LSE) tasks, you need to complete the shutdown of the impaired node. P P r r o o c c e e d d u u r r e e Step 1.
  • Page 60 (by crossing your arms) Lever Latching mechanism Step 6. Using both hands, grasp the controller module sides and gently pull it out of the chassis and set it on a flat, stable surface. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 61 Step 7. Turn the thumbscrew on the front of the controller module anti-clockwise and open the controller module cover. Thumbscrew Controller module cover Chapter 4 Hardware replacement procedures...
  • Page 62: Replacing The Boot Media

    Gently lift the boot media directly out of the socket. Step 4. Align the replacement boot media into place in the impaired controller. Step 5. Use the screwdriver or your thumb to tighten the screw on the boot media. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 63: Transferring The Boot Image To The Boot

    • A copy of the same image version of ONTAP as what the impaired controller was running. You can download the appropriate image from the Downloads section on the Lenovo Data Center Support Site – If NVE is enabled, download the image with Lenovo Volume Encryption, as indicated in the download button.
  • Page 64 Step 2. If you have not already done so, close the air duct. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 65 Step 3. Close the controller module cover and tighten the thumbscrew. Controller module cover Thumbscrew Step 4. Align the end of the controller module with the opening in the chassis, and then gently push the controller module halfway into the system. Step 5.
  • Page 66: Booting The Recovery Image

    The image is downloaded from the USB flash drive. Step 2. When prompted, either enter the name of the image or accept the default image displayed inside the brackets on your screen. Step 3. Restore the var file system: ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 67 I I f f y y o o u u r r s s y y s s t t e e m m T T h h e e n n ..h h a a s s ..A network 1.
  • Page 68: Completing The Replacement Process

    Completing the replacement process After you replace the part, you can return the failed part to Lenovo, as described in the RMA instructions shipped with the kit.Contact technical support at if you need the RMA number or Lenovo Data Center Support additional help with the replacement procedure.
  • Page 69: Shutting Down The Impaired Controller

    Shutting down the impaired controller You can shut down or take over the impaired controller using different procedures, depending on the storage system hardware configuration. Shutting down the impaired node To shut down the impaired node, you must determine the status of the node and, if necessary, take over the node so that the healthy node continues to serve data from the impaired node storage.
  • Page 70 (by crossing your arms) Lever Latching mechanism Step 6. Using both hands, grasp the controller module sides and gently pull it out of the chassis and set it on a flat, stable surface. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 71 Step 7. Turn the thumbscrew on the front of the controller module anti-clockwise and open the controller module cover. Thumbscrew Controller module cover Chapter 4 Hardware replacement procedures...
  • Page 72: Replacing The Rtc Battery

    A A b b o o u u t t t t h h i i s s t t a a s s k k A video for this task is available at: • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-C8THdP1nmPF25RWwGRta3v P P r r o o c c e e d d u u r r e e ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 73 Step 1. Locate the RTC battery between the heatsink and the midplane and remove it exactly as shown in the graphic. Gently pull tab away from the battery housing. Attention: Pulling it away aggressively might displace the tab. Lift the battery up. Note: Make a note of the polarity of the battery.
  • Page 74: Reinstalling The Controller Module

    A A b b o o u u t t t t h h i i s s t t a a s s k k A video for this task is available at: • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-C8THdP1nmPF25RWwGRta3v P P r r o o c c e e d d u u r r e e ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 75 Step 1. Close the controller module cover and tighten the thumbscrew. Controller module cover Thumbscrew Step 2. Insert the controller module into the chassis: Ensure the latching mechanism arms are locked in the fully extended position. Using both hands, align and gently slide the controller module into the latching mechanism arms until it stops.
  • Page 76: Completing The Replacement Process

    -node local -auto-giveback true Completing the replacement process After you replace the part, you can return the failed part to Lenovo, as described in the RMA instructions shipped with the kit.Contact technical support at if you need the RMA number or Lenovo Data Center Support additional help with the replacement procedure.
  • Page 77: Removing The Controller Module

    I I f f t t h h e e i i m m p p a a i i r r e e d d n n o o d d e e i i s s d d i i s s p p l l a a y y i i n n g g ..T T h h e e n n .
  • Page 78 (by crossing your arms) Lever Latching mechanism Step 6. Using both hands, grasp the controller module sides and gently pull it out of the chassis and set it on a flat, stable surface. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 79 Step 7. Turn the thumbscrew on the front of the controller module anti-clockwise and open the controller module cover. Thumbscrew Controller module cover Chapter 4 Hardware replacement procedures...
  • Page 80: Replacing Or Installing A Mezzanine Card

    Gently lift the mezzanine card out of the socket and set it aside. To install a mezzanine card: Step 6. Remove the new mezzanine card from the anti-static bag. Step 7. Gently align the mezzanine card into place in the controller. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 81: Reinstalling The Controller Module

    Step 8. Use either your thumb or a Phillips head screwdriver to screw down the mezzanine card to the system planar. Reinstalling the controller module After you replace a component within the controller module, you must reinstall the controller module in the system chassis and boot it.
  • Page 82: Completing The Replacement Process

    -node local -auto-giveback true Completing the replacement process After you replace the part, you can return the failed part to Lenovo, as described in the RMA instructions shipped with the kit.Contact technical support at if you need the RMA number or Lenovo Data Center Support additional help with the replacement procedure.
  • Page 83: Removing The Controller Module

    • If you have a cluster with more than two nodes, it must be in quorum. If the cluster is not in quorum or a healthy node shows false for eligibility and health, you must correct the issue before shutting down the impaired node.
  • Page 84: Replacing The Nv Battery

    Thumbscrew Controller module cover Replacing the NV battery To replace the NV battery, you must remove the failed battery from the controller module and install the replacement battery into the controller module. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 85 A A b b o o u u t t t t h h i i s s t t a a s s k k A video for this task is available at: • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-C8THdP1nmPF25RWwGRta3v P P r r o o c c e e d d u u r r e e Step 1.
  • Page 86: Installing The Controller Module

    Cross your arms and place your index fingers through the finger holes from the inside of the latching mechanism. Press your thumbs down on the orange tabs on top of the latching mechanism and gently push the controller module over the stop. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 87: Running Diagnostics

    • If the scan reported no failures, select Reboot from the menu to reboot the system. Completing the replacement process After you replace the part, you can return the failed part to Lenovo, as described in the RMA instructions shipped with the kit.Contact technical support at...
  • Page 88: Replacing The Chassis

    Step 3. Where applicable, halt the second node to avoid a possible quorum error message in an HA pair configuration:: system node halt -node second_node_name -ignore-quorum-warnings true ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 89: Removing The Controller Modules

    Removing the controller modules To replace the chassis, you must remove the controller modules from the old chassis. A A b b o o u u t t t t h h i i s s t t a a s s k k A video for this task is available at: •...
  • Page 90: Replacing A Chassis From Within The Equipment Rack Or System Cabinet

    After you install the controller modules into the new chassis, you need to boot it to a state where you can run the diagnostic test. A A b b o o u u t t t t h h i i s s t t a a s s k k ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 91: Running Diagnostics

    For HA pairs with two controller modules in the same chassis, the sequence in which you install the controller module is especially important because it attempts to reboot as soon as you completely seat it in the chassis. A video for this task is available at: •...
  • Page 92: Completing The Replacement Process

    • If the test reported no failures, select Reboot from the menu to reboot the system. Completing the replacement process After you replace the part, you can return the failed part to Lenovo, as described in the RMA instructions shipped with the kit.Contact technical support at...
  • Page 93: Chapter 5. System Level Diagnostics

    When you scan the system, system-level diagnostics obtains an accurate hardware inventory of the system. You must scan the system first, before you run any tests. To execute the "Scan system" operation, type "1" and then press "Enter" to start the system scan. © Copyright Lenovo 2021, 2023...
  • Page 94 The scan system summary provides general information about the hardware inventory present in the system. Press "Enter" to return to the main menu after the scan is complete. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 95 Chapter 5 System level diagnostics...
  • Page 96: Test System

    – Test All– Run all available system tests – Cancel– Cancel system test and return to the main menu. • Press "Enter" to execute your choice. If "Run" or "Test All" is chosen, the "Configure Test Loop" page is displayed. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 97: Test Example: Run Cpu Test

    • Enter the number of test loops for the selected tests. • Use the "Tab" key to switch the cursor between the loop input panel and the page control panel. • Use the left and right arrow keys to select "OK" or "Cancel". •...
  • Page 98: Test Memory

    The test results are displayed on the console, as shown below. Press "Enter" to return to the main menu. Test memory The "Test memory" command allows you to run tests on part or all of system memory. To execute the "Test Memory" operation, type "3" and then press "Enter". ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 99: Configure Memory Test Range

    Configure Memory Test Range Use the Configure Memory Test Range to specify the start and the end addresses for the memory tests. • Fill in the "Start Address" and "End Address" fields with the desired memory address range (in hexadecimal). •...
  • Page 100 • Use the "space" bar to toggle an option on or off. • Use the left and right arrow keys to select "Run" or "Cancel". • Press "Enter" to execute your choice. If "Run" is chosen, the "Configure Test Loop" page is displayed. ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 101 • Enter the number of test loops for the selected tests. Note: For the "Memory Random Test", this value specifies the number of seconds spent running the test. • Use the "Tab" key to switch the cursor between the loop input panel and the page control panel. •...
  • Page 102: Show Vpd Information

    Show VPD information The "Show VPD information" command displays vital product data (VPD) information for components of the system. To execute the "Show VPD information" operation, type "5" and then press "Enter". ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 103 VPD information is displayed. Press "Enter" to return to the main menu. Chapter 5 System level diagnostics...
  • Page 104: Show Fw Revision

    The FW revision is displayed. Press "Enter" to return to the main menu. Show MAC address The "Show MAC address" command displays the unique MAC addresses allocated to components in the system. To execute the "Show MAC address" operation, type "7" and then press "Enter". ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 105: Show Logs

    MAC address information is displayed. Press "Enter" to return to the main menu. Show logs The "Show logs" command displays a recorded log of previous scan and test results. System scans, system tests and memory tests are persistently logged on the boot media. The last ten results for each scan or test command are available for review.
  • Page 106: Show Logs Selection

    • Use the "space" bar to toggle an option on or off. • Use the left and right arrow keys to select "Show" or "Cancel". • Press "Enter" to execute your choice. The "Select Logs" page is displayed: ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 107 The system saves the latest ten logs and conveniently includes the timestamp in the log name. • Use the "up" and "down" arrow keys to select the logs to display. • Use the "space" bar to toggle an option on or off. •...
  • Page 108: Loader

    • / (slash) – Keyword search (enter text and press "Enter") • Q – Return to the main menu Reboot (BMC power cycle) controller to LOADER To exit system-level diagnostics and return to the LOADER prompt, type "8" and then press "Enter". ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 109: Appendix A. Getting Help And Technical Assistance

    Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about Lenovo products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from Lenovo to assist you. On the World Wide Web, up-to-date information about Lenovo systems, optional devices, services, and support are available at: http://datacentersupport.lenovo.com...
  • Page 110: Collecting Service Data

    Collecting service data To clearly identify the root cause of a system issue or at the request of Lenovo Support, you might need collect service data that can be used for further analysis. Service data includes information such as event logs and hardware inventory.
  • Page 111: Appendix B. Notice Of Privacy Practices

    Appendix B. Notice of Privacy Practices Lenovo recognizes that privacy is of great importance to individuals everywhere – our customers, website visitors, product users...everyone. This is why the responsible use and protection of personal and other information under our care is a core Lenovo value.
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  • Page 113: Appendix C. Notices

    Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.
  • Page 114: Trademarks

    (TBW). A device that has exceeded this limit might fail to respond to system-generated commands or might be incapable of being written to. Lenovo is not responsible for replacement of a device that has exceeded its maximum guaranteed number of program/erase cycles, as documented in the Official Published Specifications for the device.
  • Page 115 Table 3. Limits for particulates and gases Contaminant Limits Particulate • The room air must be continuously filtered with 40% atmospheric dust spot efficiency (MERV 9) according to ASHRAE Standard 52.2 • Air that enters a data center must be filtered to 99.97% efficiency or greater, using high- efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters that meet MIL-STD-282.
  • Page 116: Ashrae Class Compliance Information

    This product may not be certified in your country for connection by any means whatsoever to interfaces of public telecommunications networks. Further certification may be required by law prior to making any such connection. Contact a Lenovo representative or reseller for any questions. Electronic emission notices When you attach a monitor to the equipment, you must use the designated monitor cable and any interference suppression devices that are supplied with the monitor.
  • Page 117: Taiwan Region Bsmi Rohs Declaration

    Taiwan region BSMI RoHS declaration Taiwan Region import and export contact information Contacts are available for Taiwan Region import and export information. Appendix C. Notices...
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  • Page 119: Index

    FRU 46, 80 hot-swapping moving fans when replacing e controller module power supply prerequisites for replacing replacing fans shutting down 25, 30, 42, 63, 70, 76, 82 tasks for replacing controllers impaired controllers © Copyright Lenovo 2021, 2023...
  • Page 120 NVMEM battery considerations for replacing in a controller prerequisites for replacing safety NVRAM batteries security advisories installing service and support moving when replacing controller modules before you call removing hardware ThinkSystem DM5100F Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide...
  • Page 121 87, 90–93, 96, 98–100, system configuration completing system setup completing system-level diagnostics 87, 90–93, 96, 98–100, 102 systems considerations for replacing DIMMs in controller USB flash drive copying an image to the boot media modules © Copyright Lenovo 2021, 2023...
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