IBM 8852 - BladeCenter H Rack-mountable Installation And User Manual

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Page 1 User's Guide and the documents that come with each component. current information about BladeCenter devices at http://www.ibm.com/support/. Perform initial BladeCenter unit configuration using the instructions in the Management Module User's Guide. Install and configure I/O modules in the BladeCenter unit using the instructions in...
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Page 4 Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B, “Getting help and technical assistance,” on page 51 and Appendix C, “Notices,” on page 53. Fifth Edition (September 2010) © Copyright IBM Corporation 2010. US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Blower modules ......5 The IBM Documentation CD ....5 Hardware and software requirements .
Page 6 ....36 Chapter 5. IBM Director ..... 37 Chapter 6.
Page 7 Japan VCCI Class A statement ....58 Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) statement ......58 Korea Communications Commission (KCC) statement .
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Page 9: Safety
Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen. Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza. Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2010...
Page 10 Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad. Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. Important: Each caution and danger statement in this document is labeled with a number. This number is used to cross reference an English-language caution or danger statement with translated versions of the caution or danger statement in the Safety Information document.
Page 11 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 12 Statement 2: CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer.
Page 13 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 14 Statement 8: CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components.
Page 15 Statement 20: CAUTION: To avoid personal injury, before lifting the unit, remove all the blades to reduce the weight. (4X) (14X) (2X) 164 kg 44 kg (360 lbs) (96 lbs) Statement 21: CAUTION: Hazardous energy is present when the blade is connected to the power source.
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Page 17: Chapter 1. Introduction
Packaged with the Installation and User’s Guide are software CDs that help you to configure and manage the BladeCenter unit. You can obtain up-to-date information about your BladeCenter Type 8852, 7989, and 1886 unit and other IBM server products at http://www.ibm.com/bladecenter/. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2010...
Page 18: Locating And Recording Bladecenter Unit Information
Locating and recording BladeCenter unit information Record information about your BladeCenter unit in the following table. You will need this information for future reference. Product name BladeCenter H Machine type 8852 7989 1886 Model number _____________________________________________ Serial number _____________________________________________ The serial number and model number are on labels on the top, front, and rear of the chassis.
Page 19: Features And Specifications
Features and specifications The following table provides a summary of the features and specifications of the BladeCenter unit. Depending on the model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply. Media tray (on front): Upgradeable microcode: Environment: v Optical drive (optional) v Management-module firmware...
Page 20: Advanced Management Module
See “Major components of the BladeCenter H unit” on page 9 for the location of each module. These modules supply common functions to the blade servers that are installed in the blade bays in the front of the BladeCenter unit. The BladeCenter unit and the active management module make optional I/O devices (optical drive, USB port, keyboard, video, and mouse) available to all the blade servers, selected by any one blade server at a time.
Page 21: Power Modules
The IBM Documentation CD The IBM BladeCenter Documentation CD contains documentation for your BladeCenter unit in Portable Document Format (PDF) and includes the IBM Documentation Browser to help you find information quickly. Hardware and software requirements The IBM BladeCenter Documentation CD requires the following minimum hardware and software: v Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 (with Service Pack 3 or later), Windows 2000, or Red...
Page 22: Using The Documentation Browser
Related documentation In addition to this Installation and User’s Guide, the following related documentation is provided in Portable Document Format (PDF) at http://www.ibm.com/support/ or on the BladeCenter Documentation CD that comes with your BladeCenter unit: v Warranty: This document contains information about the terms of the warranty.
Page 23 Serial over LAN (SOL) operation. The SOL connection provides access to the text-console command prompt on each blade server and enables the blade servers to be managed from a remote location. Additional documents might be included on the IBM BladeCenter Documentation Chapter 1. Introduction...
Page 24: Notices And Statements In This Document
Notices and statements 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 BladeCenter Documentation CD. Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in the Safety Information document.
Page 25: Major Components Of The Bladecenter H Unit
Major components of the BladeCenter H unit The following illustrations show the locations of the major components in the BladeCenter unit. I/O module I/O module filler Management module Management module filler Blower I/O module module filler I/O module filler Blade filler System service card Chassis...
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Page 27: Chapter 2. Bladecenter Unit Power, Controls, And Indicators
Note: After you disconnect the BladeCenter unit from power, wait at least 5 seconds before you connect the BladeCenter unit to power again. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2010...
Page 28: Bladecenter Components, Controls, And Leds
BladeCenter components, controls, and LEDs This section identifies the components, controls, and LEDs on the front and rear of the BladeCenter unit. Front view This section identifies the components, controls, and LEDs on the front of the BladeCenter unit. Power module 1 Power module bay 3 Media tray...
Page 29: Media Tray
v Power module error LED: When this amber LED is lit, a power module failure has occurred and it is not operating within specifications. v Fan error LED: When this amber LED is lit, a fan pack has failed and is not operating within specifications.
Page 30: System Service Cards
– System-error: When this amber LED is lit, it indicates that a system error has occurred, such as a failed module or a system error in a blade server. An LED on one of the components or on a blade server is also lit to further isolate the error.
Page 31: Rear View
Rear view This section identifies the components, connectors, and LEDs on the rear of the BladeCenter unit. I/O module bay 7 I/O module bay 8 Power connector 1 Power connector 2 Management module 1 I/O module bay 1 I/O module bay 3 I/O module bay 5 Blower module 1 error LED...
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Page 33: Chapter 3. Installing The Bladecenter Unit And Options
__ 6. Install the required BladeCenter unit components. __ 7. Make sure that the latest level of firmware is installed on all of the BladeCenter components. See http://www.ibm.com/support/ for additional information. __ 8. Configure the management module in the BladeCenter unit. See the BladeCenter Advanced Management Module Installation Guide that comes with your management module for information and instructions.
Page 34: Installation Guidelines
BladeCenter unit, open and close a latch, and so on. v For a list of supported options for the BladeCenter unit, see http://www.ibm.com/bladecenter/ System reliability guidelines To help ensure proper cooling and system reliability, make sure that the following...
Page 35: Removing Components Before Rack Installation
v While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted metal part of the BladeCenter unit or rack for at least 2 seconds. This drains static electricity from the package and from your body. v Remove the device from its package and install it immediately without setting down.
Page 36 3rd power module Power-module filler Handle (open) 4th power Handle module (open) 4. Open the power-module handle, using one of the following procedures: v For a power module in one of the upper power-module bays, push the inner handle release to the right; then, pull the handle up to the open position. v For a power module in one of the lower power-module bays, push the inner handle release to the left;...
Page 37: Removing A Blade Server
Removing a blade server Attention: Note the bay number. Reinstalling a blade server into a different bay than the one from which it was removed could have unintended consequences. Some configuration information and update options are established according to bay number. To remove a blade server, complete the following steps.
Page 38: Removing A Blower Module
Removing a blower module Your BladeCenter might be equipped with standard blower modules (part number 44E5083), or it might be equipped with high-efficiency blower modules (part number 68Y8205). The standard and high-efficiency blower modules are not interchangeable and should not be mixed in the same BladeCenter unit. To remove a blower module, complete the following steps.
Page 39: Removing A Bezel
2. Pull the release handle or handles to the open position. The module moves out of the bay approximately 0.6 cm (0.25 inch). Note: The modules and fillers in I/O bays 1 through 6 each have one release handle; the modules and fillers in I/O bays 7 through 10 each have two release handles.
Page 40: Removing An Optical Drive Filler
68Y8205). The standard and high-efficiency blower modules are not interchangeable and should not be mixed in the same BladeCenter unit. ® For a list of supported options for the BladeCenter, see the ServerProven list at http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/. BladeCenter H Type 8852, 7989, and 1886: Installation and User’s Guide...
Page 41 Note: Government regulations (such as those prescribed by Occupational Safety and Health Administration or European Community Directives) might govern noise level exposure in the workplace and might apply to you and your server installation. The actual sound pressure levels in your installation depend on a variety of factors, including the number of racks in the installation;...
Page 42: Installing A Management Module
Installing a management module To install a management module, complete the following steps. Module filler Release handle Management (open) module 1. Remove the module filler if one is installed. 2. Make sure that the release handle on the module is in the open position. 3.
Page 43: Installing An I/O Module
Installing an I/O module The BladeCenter unit has 10 hot-swap I/O-module bays that are compatible with three types of I/O modules (see “Major components of the BladeCenter H unit” on page 9 for the location of the I/O module bays). Note: Before you install a new I/O module, read the documentation that comes with the module for detailed instructions.
Page 44: Installing A Power Module
Two types of power modules are supported for your BladeCenter, 2900W power modules with removable fan pack and 2980W high-efficiency power modules with ® integrated fan pack. The IBM 2980-watt power modules for BladeCenter H are more efficient than the 2900W power modules, using less power without sacrificing performance.
Page 45 To install a power module, complete the following steps. 3rd power module Power-module filler Handle (open) 4th power Handle module (open) 1. Remove the module filler if one is installed. 2. Make sure that the handle on the power module is in the open position. 3.
Page 46: Installing An Optical Drive
Installing an optical drive To install an optical drive, complete the following steps. Retainer clip Optical drive Media tray retainer tab release tabs Note: These instructions assume that the BladeCenter unit is connected to power. 1. Remove the media tray and optical drive filler (see “Removing an optical drive filler”...
Page 47: Installing A Bezel
Installing a bezel To install either the top or bottom bezel, complete the following steps. Release buttons Release buttons 1. Align the blue tabs on the ends of the bezel with the corresponding holes in the front of the BladeCenter unit. 2.
Page 48: Completing The Installation
Release handles (open) 1. Select the bay for the blade server. Notes: a. Depending on the blade-server type and the optional devices that are installed in it, two or more adjacent bays might be required. b. When any blade server or device is in blade bays 8 through 14, power modules must be present in all four power bays.
Page 49 See Chapter 2, “BladeCenter unit power, controls, and indicators,” on page 11 for information about the location of the LEDs on the modules. See the documentation that comes with the blade servers for the location of the LEDs on the blade servers. Chapter 3.
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Page 51: Chapter 4. Configuration And Networking Guidelines
You can also install a pass-thru module that is connected to an external Ethernet switch in either or both of these I/O-module bays. See the documentation that comes with your blade server and operating system for instructions. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2010...
Page 52: Bladecenter Networking Guidelines
BladeCenter networking guidelines Make sure the network infrastructure is configured before you connect the BladeCenter unit to a LAN switch or similar network device. Each blade server has two independent Ethernet controllers, each with its own MAC address and a dedicated 1000-Mbps link to one of the switch modules in I/O module bays 1 and 2.
Page 53: Chapter 5. Ibm Director
Multiple operating-system platform support, including Microsoft Windows 2000 Server, Windows XP Professional, Red Hat Linux, SUSE Linux, and Novell NetWare. For a complete list of operating systems that support IBM Director, see the IBM Director Compatibility Document. This document is in PDF at http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/xseries/systems_management/...
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Page 55: Chapter 6. Shared Bladecenter Resources
KVM, the first time the blade server requests ownership after the operating system has been installed, it can take up to 1 minute for the operating system to recognize the devices (this is a one-time-only occurrence). © Copyright IBM Corp. 2010...
Page 56 Note: The operating system in the blade server must provide USB support for the blade server to recognize and use the media tray. The BladeCenter unit uses USB for internal communication with these devices. BladeCenter H Type 8852, 7989, and 1886: Installation and User’s Guide...
Page 57: Chapter 7. Solving Problems
1. Remove the device that you just added. 2. Run the diagnostic tests to determine whether the system is running correctly. 3. Reinstall the new device. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2010...
Page 58: Monitor Or Video Problems
Note: These symptoms apply only to the monitor that is connected to the management module; they do not apply to the remote console. 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.
Page 59: Management Module Problems
Management module problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),” that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
Page 60: Media Tray Problems
v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),” that step must be performed only by a trained service technician.
Page 61: Diagnostic Leds
Diagnostic LEDs Use the following table to find solutions to problems that are identified by LEDs on the front and rear BladeCenter system LED panels. Table 1. Diagnostic LEDs Lit LED Cause Action BladeCenter system LED panel Location A condition has occurred in the BladeCenter Look for any information or error LEDs on the unit that has caused the remote system system LED panels, the modules, and the...
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Page 63: Appendix A. Bladecenter Management-Module Configuration Worksheet
BladeCenter unit using the management module. Information about using the worksheet is provided in the Management Module User’s Guide for your management module. General settings Management-module name Contact name Physical location Clock settings Login profiles Login ID Password Authority level © Copyright IBM Corp. 2010...
Page 64 External network interface (eth0) Interface __ Enabled __ Disabled DHCP __ DHCP with rollover to static __ DHCP only __ Static IP only Host name Static IP configuration (configure only if DHCP is disabled) IP address ___.___.___.___ Subnet mask ___.___.___.___ Gateway IP address ___.___.___.___ Internal network interface (eth1)
Page 65 Alerts Remote alert recipients Receives critical alerts only Status Notification method __ SNMP over LAN __ E-mail over LAN __ IBM Director Host name (or IP address) E-mail address Global remote alert settings Remote alerts retry limit Delay between retries...
Page 66 Network protocols SNMP SNMP agent __ Enable __ Disable SNMP traps __ Enable __ Disable Community name Host name (or IP address) SMTP Host name (or IP address) __ Enable __ Disable DNS server IP address 1 ___.___.___.___ DNS server IP address 2 ___.___.___.___ DNS server IP address 3 ___.___.___.___...
Page 67: Appendix B. Getting Help And Technical Assistance
If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from IBM to assist you. This section contains information about where to go for additional information about IBM and IBM products, what to do if you experience a problem with your system, and whom to call for service, if it is necessary.
Page 68: Software Service And Support
You can find service information for IBM systems and optional devices at http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/. Software service and support Through IBM Support Line, you can get telephone assistance, for a fee, with usage, configuration, and software problems with System x and xSeries servers, BladeCenter products, IntelliStation workstations, and appliances. For information about which products are supported by Support Line in your country or region, see http://www.ibm.com/services/sl/products/.
Page 69: Appendix C. Notices
Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this IBM product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk. IBM may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.
Page 70: Important Notes
IBM makes no representations or warranties with respect to non-IBM products. Support (if any) for the non-IBM products is provided by the third party, not IBM. BladeCenter H Type 8852, 7989, and 1886: Installation and User’s Guide...
Page 71: Particulate Contamination
If IBM determines that the levels of particulates or gases in your environment have caused damage to the server IBM may condition provision of repair or replacement of servers or parts on implementation of appropriate remedial measures to mitigate such environmental contamination.
Page 72: Electronic Emission Notices
In the request, be sure to include the publication part number and title. When you send information to IBM, you grant IBM a nonexclusive right to use or distribute the information in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.
Page 73: Germany Class A Statement
EU-Mitgliedsstaaten und hält die Grenzwerte der EN 55022 Klasse A ein. Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der IBM empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. IBM übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung der IBM verändert bzw.
Page 74: Japan Vcci Class A Statement
Der verantwortliche Ansprechpartner des Herstellers in der EU ist: IBM Deutschland Technical Regulations, Department M456 IBM-Allee 1, 71137 Ehningen, Germany Telephone: +49 7032 15-2937 E-mail: tjahn@de.ibm.com Generelle Informationen: Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 Klasse A.
Page 75: People's Republic Of China Class A Electronic Emission Statement
People's Republic of China Class A electronic emission statement Taiwan Class A compliance statement Appendix C. Notices...
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Page 77: Index
Universal Serial Bus 14 installing 27 connectors removing 22 front 12 IBM Director 37 contamination, particulate and gaseous 55 IBM Support Line 52 controls 12 information LED front 12 system LED panel 13 cooling 3 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2010...
Page 78 installation completion 32 module (continued) installation requirements 17 management 4 installing power 5 bezels 31 monitor problems 42 blade server 31 blower module 24 I/O module 27 in a rack 17 networking guidelines 36 management module 26 notes, important 54 optical drive 30 notices 53 options 17, 18...
Page 79 removing (continued) optical filler 24 size 3 software service and support 52 status LEDs 12, 15 support, web site 51 system error LED system LED panel 14 system reliability 18 system specifications 3 systems management 37 telephone numbers 52 trademarks 53 troubleshooting 41 charts 41 United States electronic emission Class A notice 56...
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Page 82 Part Number: 81Y1106 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 81Y1106...

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Chapter 1. Introduction

Chapter 2. Bladecenter Unit Power, Controls, and Indicators

Chapter 3. Installing the Bladecenter Unit and Options

Chapter 4. Configuration and Networking Guidelines

Chapter 5. IBM Director

Chapter 6. Shared Bladecenter Resources

Chapter 7. Solving Problems

Appendix A. Bladecenter Management-Module Configuration Worksheet

Appendix B. Getting Help and Technical Assistance

Appendix C. Notices

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