IBM 8677 Installation Guide
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BladeCenter E Type 8677 Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 2
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BladeCenter E Type 8677 Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 4
this information and the product it supports, read: the general information in Appendix C, "Notices," on page 47; the IBM Warranty Information document; and the IBM Safety Information and IBM Systems and Environmental Notices and User Guide documents on the IBM Documentation CD. Eighth Edition (July - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 5
v Chapter 1. Introduction 1 Locating and recording BladeCenter unit information 2 Features and specifications 3 The BladeCenter modules 5 Management modules 5 I/O modules 6 Blade servers 7 Power modules 7 Blower modules 8 The IBM Documentation CD 8 Hardware and software requirements - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 6
6. Shared BladeCenter resources 33 Chapter 7. Solving problems 35 Diagnostic tools overview 35 Troubleshooting tables 35 Monitor problems 36 Power problems 37 Management-module problems 37 Blower module problems 37 Optional device problems 37 LEDs 38 Diagnosing problems using diagnostic - IBM 8677 | 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. 2010 v - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 8
cables to devices. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 5. Turn device ON. vi BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide To Disconnect: 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. First, remove power cords from outlet. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Remove - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 9
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 in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device. v Use of controls or - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 10
lb) CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn power cord that is connected to the device, you must connect the other end of the power cord to an easily accessible power source. viii BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 11
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. If you suspect a problem with one of these - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 12
weight. Statement 21: CAUTION: Hazardous energy is present when the blade is connected to the power source. Always replace the blade cover before installing the blade. This device is intended for use with UL Listed IBM BladeCenter products. x BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 13
optional devices: - Management module - I/O module - Blade server v Performing basic troubleshooting of the BladeCenter unit Packaged with the Installation and User's Guide are software CDs that help you to configure and manage the Type 8677 BladeCenter unit. The BladeCenter comes with a limited - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 14
name Machine type Model number Serial number BladeCenter E 8677 The serial number and model number are on labels on the top, front, and rear of the chassis, as shown in the following illustration. A set of blank labels comes with each blade server. Record all identifying information on a label - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 15
features and specifications for BladeCenter E Type 8677 units currently available. These models do not have a diskette drive bay in the media tray. Media tray (on front): v SATA CD/DVD drive v USB v2.0 port v Front system LED panel Module bays (on rear): v Four hot-swap power-module bays v Two hot - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 16
mm (17.5 in.) v Weight: I/O modules: - Fully configured with modules and v Minimum: One blade servers: Approximately 102 kg v Maximum: Four (225 lb) - Fully configured without modules and blade servers: Approximately 38.6 kg (85 lb) 4 BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 17
management modules. v If 2320-watt power modules are installed in the BladeCenter unit, you must use advanced management modules. v See the documentation that comes with your BladeCenter device to determine if specific management modules are required to support the device. See the User's Guide or - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 18
per I/O module. To provide an internal connection for the second integrated Ethernet controller in each blade server, install an Ethernet switch module or pass-thru module in the available I/O-module bay (I/O-module bay 1 or bay 2). 6 BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 19
supported Ethernet switch modules to achieve the total number of Ethernet switch modules that you need in the BladeCenter unit. 2. You can use a pass-thru module in any I/O-module bay, provided that the associated controller in the blade servers or I/O expansion options is compatible with it. Blade - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 20
blower continues to cool the BladeCenter unit and blade servers. Replace a failed blower as soon as possible, to restore cooling redundancy. See the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions. The IBM Documentation CD You can run the IBM Documentation CD on any personal - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 21
instructions for installing the BladeCenter unit in a rack. v IBM BladeCenter E Type 8677 Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide: This document contains the information to help you solve problems, and it contains information for service technicians. v BladeCenter Management Module - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 22
units equipped with the Advanced Management Module, sorted by event ID. Device specific event information is in the documentation for the device. v Serial over LAN Setup Guide This document explains how to update and configure BladeCenter components for Serial over LAN (SOL) operation. The - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 23
Major components of the BladeCenter E Type 8677 unit The following illustration shows the locations of the major components in the BladeCenter unit. Note: The illustration might differ from your hardware. Chapter 1. Introduction 11 - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 24
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the BladeCenter unit, complete the following steps: 1. Shut down each blade server. See the documentation that comes with your blade servers for instructions for shutting down the operating system. Statement 5: CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 26
in the BladeCenter unit exceeds the temperature limits or a blade server reports an over-temperature condition. The BladeCenter unit senses module inserted in a bay or power demands that exceed the capacity of power modules that are currently 14 BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 27
installed. The event is recorded in the event log. Check the LEDs on the BladeCenter unit and the blade servers to isolate the component. See the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions for viewing the event log and checking the LEDs. After the situation is handled, - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 28
The LEDs on this panel provide status information. These LEDs duplicate the LEDs in the front system LED panel. I/O module See the documentation that comes with each I/O module for a description of the connectors and LEDs on the I/O module. 16 BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 29
green LED is lit, the dc output from the power module to the other components and blade servers is present and within specifications. During typical operation, both the ac and dc power LEDs are lit. v Power module error LED (2320-watt power modules only): When this amber LED is lit, it indicates - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 30
additional information, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide. This amber LED is lit and stays lit when an error has been detected in the blower. The system-error LEDs on the BladeCenter system LED panels are also lit. Management module See the documentation that comes with - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 31
another Ethernet-compatible I/O module, it does not have to be the same type that is installed in I/O-module bay 1 of the BladeCenter unit. __ 10. Configure the blade servers. See the Installation and User's Guide that comes with your blade server for information and instructions. © Copyright IBM - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 32
v For a list of supported options for the BladeCenter unit, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/. System reliability guidelines To help ensure proper cooling and system reliability, make sure that the following requirements are met: v Each of the module bays on the rear of - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 33
Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions. Each module is keyed so that it can be inserted only in an applicable bay. You can insert an I/O module only in an I/O-module bay. Installing a module The following illustration shows how to install a typical BladeCenter unit module - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 34
2. When you install power modules, connect one end of each power-module power cord into the power module; connect the other end of the power cord into a 220-volt power distribution unit (PDU). 3. These instructions assume the BladeCenter unit is connected to power. To install a module, complete the - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 35
systems and turn off all blade servers that are supported by the power module that you are removing before you remove it. See "Power modules" on page 7 for more information about power-module application. See the documentation that comes with the blade server for instructions for shutting down the - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 36
operating system. See the documentation that comes with the blade server for instructions. Installing and removing the blower module To install or remove a blower module, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions. 24 BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 37
To install an acoustic attenuation module on the BladeCenter unit, complete the following steps: 1. Place the acoustic attenuation module over the blower modules, aligning the back corners of the acoustic attenuation module with the guides on the chassis, and pushing the shaft into the hole between - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 38
on each power module are lit and the power-error LED is not lit. v The OK LED on the management module is lit. v The OK LED on each I/O module is lit. 3. Make sure that the power-on LED on each blade server is lit, either steady or flashing. 26 BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 39
See Chapter 2, "BladeCenter unit power, controls, and indicators," on page 13 for information about starting the BladeCenter unit and 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. - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 40
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Guide for instructions. Configuring I/O modules You must install and configure at least one external (in-band) port on an Ethernet switch module in I/O-module bay 1 or 2 to communicate with the Ethernet controllers that are integrated in each blade server. See your management-module User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 42
for 5 minutes. 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. There is no internal data path between the two switches within the BladeCenter unit; an external network - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 43
of IT personnel and users v Reduced service and support costs For more information about IBM Director, see the documentation on the IBM Director CD that comes with the BladeCenter unit, the IBM Director Information Center at http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/eserver/v1r2/topic/diricinfo - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 44
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press the server. button on that blade v To switch the media tray to a specific blade server, press the CD button on that blade server. The management module immediately assigns the resource to the blade server that is requesting it. Some blade servers do not support a KVM. On a keyboard that is - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 46
Attention: Do not switch ownership of the media tray to another blade server while using a media tray drive or the USB port. The data might become corrupted. The LEDs on the drive or attached USB device are not lit. 34 BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 47
if running the tests does not reveal the problem, call for service. Attention: If diagnostic error messages appear that are not listed in the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide, make sure that your BladeCenter unit has the latest level of firmware code installed. If you have just - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 48
9527 monitors. For information about the enhanced monitor cable, contact your IBM marketing representative or authorized reseller. If the problem remains, call for service. Troubleshoot the blade server that is the current owner of the KVM. 36 BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 49
and restart the BladeCenter unit. If the BladeCenter unit now starts, you might have installed more devices than the power module supports. If the problem remains, call for service. Management-module problems Symptom The management module does not switch to the redundant module. Suggested action - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 50
). v If the component is a module, replace the module. v If the component is a blade server with its system-error LED lit, follow the instructions in the documentation that comes with the blade server to isolate and correct the problem. 38 BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 51
module as soon as possible, to regain redundancy. See the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions. v Make sure that the room temperature is not too high. (See "Features and specifications" on page 3 for temperature information.) v Determine whether a blade server - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 52
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module in your BladeCenter unit. Information about using the worksheet is provided in the Management Module User's Guide for your management-module type. General settings Management-module IP address Internal network interface (eth1) Interface IP address © Copyright IBM Corp. 2010 41 - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 54
Temperature VRM failure Multiple switch module failures Invalid configuration Select all critical alerts Single blower failure Temperature Voltage KVM/media tray switching failure Redundant module failure Power off Inventory Log 75% full 42 BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 55
__ Enable __ Disable __ Enable __ Disable __ Enable __ Disable __ Enabled __ Disabled __ Self-signed __ Provided by a certificate authority Appendix A. BladeCenter management module configuration worksheet 43 - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 56
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Use the troubleshooting information in your system documentation, and use the diagnostic tools that come with your system. Information about diagnostic tools is in the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM Documentation CD that comes with your system. v Go to the IBM support website at - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 58
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 - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 59
to evaluate and verify the operation of any non-IBM product, program, or service. IBM may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject at those websites are not part of the materials for this IBM product, and use of those websites is at your own risk. IBM may use or distribute any - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 60
purpose. These products are offered and warranted solely by third parties. 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. 48 BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 61
available) and might not include user manuals or all program functionality. Particulate contamination and gaseous contaminant transfer. In the absence of specific limits that are set forth in this document, BladeCenter IBM may condition provision of repair or replacement of BladeCenters or parts - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 62
for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio compatibility. IBM cannot accept responsibility for any 50 BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 63
failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a nonrecommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM option cards. Attention: This is an EN 55022 Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 64
der EU ist: IBM Deutschland Technical Regulations, Department M456 IBM-Allee 1, 71137 Ehningen, Germany Telephone: +49 7032 15-2937 E-mail: [email protected] Generelle Informationen . Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class A statement 52 BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 65
or SJT, three-conductor cord, a maximum of 15 feet in length and a parallel blade, grounding-type attachment plug rated 15 amperes, 125 volts. For units intended to be IBM power cords for a specific country or region are usually available only in that country or region. IBM power cord part number - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 66
IBM power cord part number 39M5282 39M5322 39M5290 39M5294 39M5322 39M5298 39M5310 39M5262 39M5346 39M5262 39M5342 39M5396 39M5358 Korea (Democratic People's Republic of), Korea (Republic of) Japan Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay India Brazil 54 BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 67
before you begin 19 blade server, description 7 BladeCenter machine type, locating 2 BladeCenter model number, locating 2 BladeCenter modules, description 5 BladeCenter power disconnecting 13 supplying 13 BladeCenter serial number, locating 2 BladeCenter unit Ethernet switch modules 19 installation - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 68
requirements, Ethernet switch module 19 networking guidelines 30 notes, important 48 notices 47 electronic emission 50 FCC, Class A 50 56 BladeCenter E Type 8677: Installation and User's Guide O optical drive activity LED 15 eject button 15 optical drive, specifications 3 options, installing - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 69
U United States electronic emission Class A notice 50 United States FCC Class A notice 50 V video output, unexpected or blank 33 W Web site, compatible options 20 website publication ordering 45 support 45 support line, telephone numbers 46 weight 3, 4 Index 57 - IBM 8677 | Installation Guide - Page 70
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