IBM 8670 Installation Guide
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• Adapters • Memory xSeries 345 Type 8670 Installation Guide Welcome. . . Thank you for buying an IBM xSeries server. Your server is based on the X-Architecture technology, and it features superior performance, availability, and scalability. This server Installation Guide contains information for - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 2
www.ibm.com/pc/support/ View information about IBM support line at http://www.ibm.com/services/sl/products/ or view support telephone numbers at http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/ View support telephone numbers at http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/ Problem Yes solved? No Flash the latest levels of BIOS - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 3
IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670 Installation Guide SC88-P918-70 - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 4
Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information in Appendix A, "Warranty information", on page 41, and Appendix B, "Notices", on page 53. Third Edition (May 2003) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2003. All rights reserved. US - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 5
the integrated system management firmware 28 Using the LSI Logic Configuration Utility program 29 Installing IBM Director updates 29 Chapter 5. Solving problems 31 POST beep code descriptions 31 POST error messages 32 ServerGuide problems 33 Troubleshooting chart 33 Chapter 6. Getting - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 6
Warranty service and support 42 International Warranty Service 43 Purchasing additional services 43 IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000 44 Part 1 - General Terms for Interference (VCCI) statement . . . 57 Power cords 57 Index 61 iv IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 7
, 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. 2003 v - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 8
systems, networks, and modems before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures. v Connect and disconnect disassemble Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. vi IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 9
: v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device. v Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein might result in hazardous - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 10
component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician. Statement 12 CAUTION: The following label indicates a hot surface nearby. viii IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 11
and energy levels might be present. Only a qualified service technician is authorized to remove the covers where the following label is attached. Statement 15 CAUTION: Make sure that the rack is secured properly to avoid tipping when the server unit is extended. Statement 16 CAUTION: Some accessory - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 12
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. x IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 13
This Installation Guide contains instructions for setting up your IBM® ™ Eserver xSeries™ 345 Type 8670 server and basic instructions for installing some options. More detailed instructions for installing options are in the Option Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 14
to view it, and press Crtl+F to use the Acrobat search function within the book. Click Help for detailed information about using the Documentation Browser. 2 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 15
is on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. problem situations. v Attention: These notices indicate potential damage to programs, devices, or data. An attention notice is placed just before the instruction in your server to determine the specific type of microprocessor that is in your server. Racks are - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 16
sound-pressure levels in a given location might exceed the average values stated because of room reflections and other nearby noise sources. The declared sound-power levels indicate an upper limit, below which a large number of computers will operate. 4 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 17
of major components in your server. Note: The illustrations in this publication might differ slightly from your hardware. PCI riser card assembly Air baffle Microprocessor air baffle Heat sink Microprocessor Memory module Power supply blank (some models) Hot-swap fan Hot-swap power supply - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 18
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server. These instructions are intended for users who are experienced with setting up IBM server hardware. If you need more detailed instructions, see the Option Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries on. v For a list of supported options for your server, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/compat/ on the - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 20
V and universal PCI adapters in the 32-bit PCI slot 5; your server supports only 3.3 V and universal PCI adapters in the 64-bit PCI/PCI-X slots 3 and 4. v The PCI bus configuration is: - Non-hot-plug, 64-bit PCI-X slots 1 through 2 (PCI bus A, 100 MHz) 8 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 21
- Non-hot-plug, 64-bit PCI-X slots 3 through 4 (PCI bus B, 133 MHz) - Non-hot-plug, 32-bit PCI slot 5 (PCI bus C, 33 MHz) v The system scans PCI and PCI-X slots 1 through 5 to assign system resources; then, the system starts (boots) the system devices in the following order, if you have not changed - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 22
-plug adapter, turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and all external devices from the back of the server before proceeding, if necessary. 3. Remove the top cover. 4. Select the slot you will use for the adapter. 10 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 23
5. If you are installing an adapter in PCI slot 3, 4, or 5, remove the PCI riser-card assembly. PCI riser-card assembly Retention latch Guide tab 6. Slide the expansion-slot cover out of the server or PCI riser-card assembly. 7. Install the adapter. The following illustration shows how to install - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 24
memory. v Both DIMMs in a pair must be the same size, speed, type, and technology. You can mix compatible DIMMs from various manufacturers. v The second pair of DIMMs do not have to be of the same size, speed, type, and technology as the first pair. 12 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 25
server, go to http://www.ibm.com/us/compat/ on the World Wide Web. v Your server supports Chipkill™ technology, if the DIMMs are all of the type 4x. v Save new configuration information only if you replace a faulty DIMM that was marked as Disabled in the Configuration/Setup Utility program Memory - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 26
following notes describe the types of hard disk drives that your server supports and other information that you must consider when installing hard disk drives: v Your server supports six 1-inch (26 . 6. Go to "Completing the installation" on page 20. 14 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 27
server BIOS code. You can download the latest level of BIOS code and many other code updates for your server at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support microprocessor, call for service. v If your server supports a 400 MHz front fan sink or set down the heat sink or fan sink. Note: Removing the heat sink or fan - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 28
of the microprocessor connector locations and other microprocessor-related components on the system board. VRM 2 connector (J5) Microprocessor 2 (J6) Microprocessor 1 (J7) VRM 1 connector (J8) 16 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 29
: v A startup (boot) processor must always be installed in socket J7 on the system board. v To ensure proper server operation when you install an additional microprocessor, use microprocessors that have the same cache size and type, and the same clock - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 30
DiaLgignhotsPtiactsh™ CPU A DASDMEMORY C B BUPSCI REMIND FAN TEMP 5. Install a VRM in the VRM connector (J5) and install the metal clip over the VRM. 6. Locate the second microprocessor socket (connector J6) on the system board. 18 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 31
7. Install the microprocessor: a. Touch the static-protective package containing the microprocessor to any unpainted metal surface on the server. Then, remove the microprocessor from the package. b. Remove the protective cover, tape, or label from the surface of the microprocessor socket, if present - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 32
any cables from the server (see "Turning off the server" on page 26). 2. See the documentation that comes with your options for additional cabling instructions. It might be easier for you to route cables before you install certain options. 20 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 33
3. Cable identifiers are printed on the cables that come with your server and options. Use these identifiers to connect the cables to the correct connectors. Rear view Mouse Universal Serial Bus (USB) 1 and 2 Serial Video Keyboard Ethernet 1 - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 34
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Press this button to turn the server on and off manually. A power-control-button shield comes with your server. You can install this disk-shaped shield to prevent the server from being turned off accidentally. button: Press this button to release a CD from the drive. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2003 23 - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 36
status LED (green) Ethernet 1 activity LED (green) DC power LED (green) Ethernet 2 activity LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that the server is transmitting to or receiving signals from the Ethernet LAN that is connected to Ethernet port 2. 24 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 37
: When this LED is lit, the power supply is supplying the appropriate power to the server. If the server is on and this LED is off, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Ethernet 1 link status LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 38
server, if your operating system supports server. v The integrated system management processor 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. 26 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 39
about the supported operating-system versions, see the label on the CD. Complete the following steps to start the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD: 1. Insert the CD, and restart the server. If the CD does not start, see "ServerGuide problems" on page 33. 2. Follow the instructions on the - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 40
/Setup Utility program to configure the diskette drive as a startup device. (For more information, see the information about Configuration/Setup Utility start options in the User's Guide.) Guide. Then, start again at step 1 of this procedure. 28 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 41
emergency fixes (eFixes), and a Director System Support Package (DSSP) for this server. To install the IBM Director updates, complete the following steps, in order: 1. If you plan to enable the Automatic Server Restart (ASR) feature, install the ASR device driver, which is available from the - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 42
support keyword search field, type Director 8670 and click Go. 4. From the next page, click the eFix, DSSP, or update that you want to download. 5. From the next page, download the executable file and follow the instructions in the readme file to install the update. 30 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670 - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 43
Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD, and the "Server Support" flowchart in the front of this book. POST beep code descriptions POST emits one beep to signal successful completion. If POST detects a problem during startup, other beep codes might - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 44
that is not available resources needed by the PCI adapter are available. 012980xx 012981xx Data for processor x Download and install the latest system BIOS level. I9990305 POST could not find an operating system. Install your operating system. 32 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 45
symptoms and suggested solutions. See the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD for more detailed troubleshooting charts. If you cannot find the problem in the troubleshooting charts, run the diagnostic programs. If you have run the diagnostic - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 46
If the problem remains, call for service. v Verify that the mouse or pointing-device cable is securely connected and the device drivers are installed correctly. v Try using another mouse or pointing device. If the problem remains, call for service. 34 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 47
3. Save the configuration and restart the server. v If you continue to get this error, replace the DIMM. Microprocessor problems The server emits a continuous tone during POST. Monitor problems Testing the monitor. If the problem remains, call for service. The startup (boot) microprocessor is not - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 48
type of memory installed is correct. v If you just installed an option, remove it, and restart the server. If the server now turns on, you might have installed more options than the power supply supports. If the problem remains, call for service. 36 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 49
Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Verify that: v The device is compatible with the server. v The serial port is enabled and is assigned a unique address. If the problem remains, call for service. Software problem Suspected software problem. To determine if problems are - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 50
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the World Wide Web, the IBM Web site has up-to-date information about IBM xSeries and IntelliStation products, services, and support. The address for IBM xSeries information is http://www.ibm.com/eserver/xseries/. The address for IBM IntelliStation information is http://www.ibm.com/pc/intellistation - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 52
, or in the U.S. and Canada, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (1-800-426-7378). In the U.S. and Canada, hardware service and support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In the U.K., these services are available Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. 40 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 53
Document Format (PDF). Machine - IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670 Eserver Country or region Japan All other countries or regions Warranty period Parts - 3 years, Labor - 1 year Parts - 3 years, Labor - 3 years Service delivery method On-site repair On-site repair Problem determination Prior to on - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 54
call: v The machine type and model of your IBM hardware product (if available) v Serial numbers of your IBM hardware products v A description of the problem v The exact wording of any error messages v Hardware and software configuration information 42 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 55
might not be able to service all models of a particular machine type. In addition, some countries might have fees and restrictions that apply at the time of service. To determine whether your system is eligible for IWS, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ and click Warranty lookup. Purchasing - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 56
installation, will be provided WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. Warranty Service: To obtain warranty service for a Machine, contact IBM or your reseller. If you do not register your Machine with IBM, you may be required to present proof of purchase. 44 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 57
Internet Web site or from other electronic media, and following the instructions that IBM provides. When warranty service involves the exchange of a Machine or part, the item IBM or your reseller replaces becomes its property and the replacement becomes yours. You represent that all removed items - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 58
the Machine" in the first sentence: laws in the Province of Ontario. UNITED STATES Governing Law: The following replaces "laws of the country in which you acquired the Machine" in the first sentence: laws of the State of New York. ASIA PACIFIC 46 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 59
AUSTRALIA The IBM Warranty for Machines: The following paragraph is added to this Section: The LAOS, AND VIETNAM Governing Law: The following replaces "laws of the country in which you acquired the Machine" in the first sentence: laws of the State of New York. The following is added to this Section - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 60
as defined in that Act. Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this Section: Where Machines are not acquired for the purposes of a business as defined in the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, unless otherwise determined by the arbitral award. 48 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 61
APPLY TO ALL EMEA COUNTRIES: The terms of this Statement of Limited Warranty apply to Machines purchased from IBM or an IBM reseller. Warranty Service: If you purchase an IBM Machine in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 62
entitled to claim damages from IBM, IBM is liable for no more than: (items 1 and 2 unchanged). IRELAND Extent of Warranty: The following is added to this Section: Except as expressly provided in these terms and conditions, all statutory conditions, 50 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 63
of Goods Act 1893 or the Sale of Goods and Supply of Services Act 1980 are hereby excluded. Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the charge paid by you for the individual Machine that is the subject of your claim from IBM. UNITED KINGDOM Limitation of Liability: The following replaces - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 64
Services Act 1982. Applicability of suppliers and resellers (unchanged). The following is added to the end of this Section: IBM's entire liability and your sole remedy, whether in contract or in tort, in respect of any default shall be limited to damages. 52 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 65
to evaluate and verify the operation of any non-IBM product, program, or service. IBM may have patents or pending patent applications covering , to: IBM Director of Licensing IBM Corporation North Castle Drive Armonk, NY 10504-1785 U.S.A. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION PROVIDES THIS - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 66
Machines Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both: Active Memory Active PCI Active PCI-X Alert on LAN C2T Interconnect Chipkill EtherJet e-business logo Eserver FlashCopy IBM , or service names may be trademarks or service marks of IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 67
disk drive bays with the largest currently supported drives available from IBM. Maximum memory may require replacement of the standard memory with an optional memory module. IBM makes no representation or warranties regarding non-IBM products and services that are ServerProven, including but not - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 68
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in protection against interference with licensed communication equipment. 56 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 69
For your safety, IBM provides a power cord with a grounded attachment plug to use with this IBM product. To avoid electrical consisting of a minimum 18 AWG, Type SVT or SJT, three-conductor cord, a maximum of 15 feet in length and a parallel blade, grounding-type attachment plug rated 15 amperes, - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 70
(Federal States of), Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Taiwan, United States of America, Venezuela Korea (Democratic People's Republic of), Korea (Republic of) Japan 58 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 71
IBM power cord part number 36L8880 49P2078 49P2110 6952300 Used in these countries and regions Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay India Brazil Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 72
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server 27 connectors 24 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2003 connectors (continued) adapter 8 cable 21 external 21 front 21 microprocessor 15 rear 21 VRM 15 cooling 4 D danger statements 3 DC power LED 23, 24 DIMM. See memory module diskette drive activity LED 23 problem 33 specifications 3 display problems - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 74
memory problems 35 specifications 3 Web site 12 62 IBM xSeries 345 Type 8670: Installation Guide memory module installing 12 order of installation 13 specifications 4 supported 7 problems 36 order of installation memory modules 13 P PCI bus A 9 bus B 8 bus C 9 PCI expansion slots 3, 4 PCI riser- - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 75
problems 37 solving problems 31 specifications 3 Standby mode 25 statements and notices 3 status LEDs 24 system identification LED 24 system reliability 7 system-error LED 23 T temperature 3, 4 thermal material heat sink 20 top cover 5 trademarks 54 troubleshooting chart 33 turning off the server - IBM 8670 | Installation Guide - Page 76
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Welcome. . .
Thank you for buying an
IBM xSeries server.
This server
contains information for setting
up and configuring your server.
For detailed information about
your server, view the publications
on the
You can also find the most
current information about your
server on the IBM Web site at:
Your server
is based on the X-Architecture
technology, and it features
superior performance, availability,
and scalability.
Documentation CD.
Installation Guide
Go to the Server Support
flow chart
Cable the server
and options
Start the server
Install options:
• Drives
• Microprocessors
• Adapters
• Memory
Did the server
start correctly?
Yes
No
Use ServerGuide™
to set up and
configure hardware
Did configuration
complete?
Use
ServerGuide to
install operating
system?
Install applications,
such as IBM systems
management software
and IBM ServeRAID
programs
System is ready to use.
Go to the Server Support
flow chart to register
and profile your server.
Go to the Web for instructions,
No
Yes
Yes
No
Installation Guide
Install the server in
the rack, if required
xSeries 345
Type 8670