IBM 84903bu User Guide - Page 19
Reliability, availability, serviceability
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primary Ethernet connection, all Ethernet traffic that is associated with the primary connection is automatically switched to the redundant NIC. If the applicable device drivers are installed, this switching occurs without data loss and without user intervention. v ServeRAID™ support The server supports ServeRAID adapters to create redundant array of independent disks (RAID) configurations. The server also has integrated RAID level-0 and level-1 support. v Systems-management capabilities The server supports an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II, which provides service-processor functions in addition to those that the mini-BMC provides. When this adapter is used with the systems-management software that comes with the server, you can manage the functions of the server locally and remotely. The Remote Supervisor Adapter II also provides system monitoring, event recording, and dial-out alert capability. See the documentation that comes with your systems-management software for more information. To order an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II, contact your IBM marketing representative or authorized reseller. Reliability, availability, and serviceability Three important server design features are reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS). The RAS features help to ensure the integrity of the data that is stored in the server, the availability of the server when you need it, and the ease with which you can diagnose and repair problems. The server has the following RAS features: v 1-year parts, 1-year labor limited warranty (Machine Type 8485) and 3-year parts, 3-year labor limited warranty (Machine Type 8490) v Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) v Advanced Desktop Management Interface (DMI) features v Automatic BIOS recovery to a backup image v Automatic error retry or recovery v Automatic memory downsizing on error detection v Automatic restart on nonmaskable interrupt (NMI) v Automatic Server Restart (ASR) logic supporting a system restart when the operating system becomes unresponsive v Automatic server restart after a power failure, based on the BIOS setting v Availability of microcode level v Boot-block recovery v Built-in, menu-driven setup, system configuration, and redundant array of independent disks (RAID) configuration v Built-in monitoring for fan, power, temperature, and voltage v CD-based diagnostic programs v Cooling fans with speed-sensing capability v Customer support center that is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week2 v Diagnostic support of ServeRAID adapters v Error codes and messages 2. Service availability will vary by country. Response time varies; may exclude holidays. Chapter 1. The xSeries 206m server 5