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    ERserver xSeries 255 Type 8685 Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    ERserver xSeries 255 Type 8685 Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read Appendix C, "Notices" on page . This publication was developed for products and services offered in the United States of America. IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other
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    About this manual This manual contains diagnostic information, a Symptom-to-FRU index, service information, error codes, error messages, and configuration information for the IBM® xSeries™ 255. Eserver Important: The field replaceable unit (FRU) procedures are intended for trained servicers who are
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    precaución y peligro ante de llevar a cabo cualquier operación. Online support You can download the most current diagnostic, BIOS flash, and device driver files from http://www.ibm.com/pc/support on the World Wide Web. iv xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    manual iii Important safety information iii Online support iv Chapter 1. General information 1 Related publications 1 Notices and statements used in this book 2 Features and specifications 3 Server controls and indicators 4 Front view 4 Rear view 5 Turning on the server servers problems
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    Serial ports 114 Universal Serial Bus ports 115 Gigabit Ethernet port 116 Integrated system management processor (ISMP) interconnect ports . . . 116 Cabling the server 117 Chapter 5. Service replaceable units 119 vi xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    157 Undetermined problems 157 Problem determination tips 158 Chapter 7. Parts listing, xSeries 255 161 service and support 168 Hardware service and support 168 Appendix B. Related service information 169 Safety information 169 General safety 169 Electrical safety 170 Safety inspection guide
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    safety requirement 206 European Union EMC Directive conformance statement 206 Taiwan electrical emission statement 206 Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement 207 viii xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    help you solve the problem yourself or to provide helpful information to a service technician. In addition to this Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide, the following xSeries 255 Type 8685 documentation is provided with the server: v User's Guide The User's Guide provides general
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    Guide This publication is provided in PDF on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. It contains instructions to install, remove, and connect optional devices supported by your server. Depending on your server step or situation. 2 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    1 provides a summary of the features and specifications for your server.1 Table 1. Features and specifications Microprocessor: v Intel® Xeon™ MP v 1 MB or 512 KB level-3 cache depending upon model v 400 MHz front-side bus (FSB) v Support for up to four microprocessors with Intel Hyper-Threading
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    LED: This green LED is on when there is activity on the server. INFO (system information) LED: When this amber LED is on, the server power supplies are nonredundant, or some other noncritical event has occurred. The event 4 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    drive status LED. When this amber LED is on continuously, the drive has failed. If an optional SCSI or RAID adapter is installed in the server, when the LED flashes slowly (one flash per second), the drive is being rebuilt. When the LED flashes rapidly (three flashes per second), the controller
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    Ethernet link LED is located on the Ethernet (RJ-45) connector on the rear of the server. Hot-swap fan error LEDs: These LEDs provide status information about fans 7, 8, and 9 on. Turning on the server Statement 13: 6 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    for the Wake on LAN feature to turn on the server. v If your operating system supports the Preboot eXecution Environment (PXE) option and the PXE option " on page 24) can turn on the server. Complete the following steps to manually turn on the server: 1. Review the information in "Before you begin
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    requests, such as a remote request to turn on the server. When the server is in Standby mode, the power-on LED on the front of the server flashes (when the server is running, the power-on LED stays on and does not flash). 8 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    in any of the following ways: v You can press the power-control button on the server. This starts an orderly shutdown of the operating system, if this feature is supported by your operating system. v If the server is connected to an ASM interconnect network that contains at least one system with an
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    designed for your IBM server. You can use this CD during the initial installation of your server to configure the server hardware and simplify to access the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu. 3. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. Choices available from the Configuration/Setup
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    Select this choice to view system information, such as the machine type and model, the server serial number, and the revision level or issue date of the BIOS that is stored in SCSI, video, and Ethernet controllers. 12 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    and Time Select this choice to set the system date and time and to change the system time that is sent to the ISMP (service processor) when the server is started. This choice appears only on the full Configuration/Setup Utility main menu. The system time is in a 24-hour format (hour
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    The server uses a startup sequence to system might malfunction if these options are configured incorrectly. Follow the instructions on the screen carefully. - System Partition Visibility Select this choice PCI Bus Control 14 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    is detected during POST or memory configuration, the server can automatically disable the failing memory pair or quad and continue operating with reduced memory capacity. If this occurs, you must manually enable the memory pair or quad after the problem is corrected. Select Memory Settings from the
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    before another attempt can be made. For a list of supported options for your server, go to http://www.ibm.com/us/compat/ on the World Wide Web. To order regain access to the server through one of the following methods: 16 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    override (switch 6 on switch block 2) Changing the position of this switch bypasses the power-on password check if the switch has been moved since the server was last turned on. You do not need to move the switch back to the default position after the password is overridden. The default position
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    to a limited set of choices on the Configuration/Setup Utility main menu. This limited access might include changing or deleting the power-on password. 18 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    that you can use to: v View the default SCSI IDs v Locate and correct configuration conflicts v Perform a low-level format on a SCSI hard disk (some servers) The following sections provide the instructions to start the SCSISelect Utility and descriptions of the available menu choices. Note: If your
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    a failing hard disk drive Note: If your server has a PCI RAID adapter installed, see the RAID adapter documentation for instructions for performing low-level formats on hard disk drives , replace the hard disk drive. 20 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    the BIOS code directly from the CD v Device drivers that are provided for your server model and detected hardware v NOS partition size and online overview. Not all features are supported on all server models. The ServerGuide program requires a supported IBM server with an enabled startable (bootable)
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    to configure any supported IBM server model. The ServerGuide program checks your system BIOS, service processors, and server for your environment. - The ServerGuide program creates a System Partition on the default drive. 22 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    . Non-Plug and Play adapters or non-IBM adapters might require switch settings, additional device drivers, and installation after the NOS is installed. the server model, service processor, hard disk drive controllers, and network adapters. Then, the program checks the CD for newer device drivers.
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    your Ethernet controller, go to the IBM Support Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support and navigate to the area for your specific server type. From this area you can download documentation, the most current 24 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    device drivers for your server, and software that supports advanced networking functions. After downloading, run the downloaded program launch.exe. High-performance Ethernet modes Your Ethernet controller supports optional modes, such as teaming, priority packets, load balancing, fault tolerance,
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    troubleshooting information to help you resolve some common problems that might occur with your server. If you cannot locate and correct the problem of the server: the whether a problem is caused a single problem might cause several "Undetermined problems" on page 157. 5. For power supply problems, see
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    all external devices. 5. Turn on the server. 6. Record any POST error messages that following responses: v One beep. v Readable instructions or the main menu. 003 DID YOU problem, see "Undetermined problems" on page 157. 28 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    the detection of a problem. See "POST error logs" for more information. v Diagnostic programs and error messages The server diagnostic programs are stored all messages issued during POST and all system status messages from the service processor. You can view the contents of the System Error log
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    the information. text message is the diagnostic message that indicates the reason for the problem. Text messages The diagnostic text message format is as follows: Function Name: Result (test specific string) where: 30 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    occurs when a possible problem is reported during the diagnostic test, such as when a device driver is not found. test instructions on the screen. Notes: a. If the server stops during testing and you cannot continue, restart the server and try running the diagnostic programs again. If the problem
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    instructions problems with some server components. These LEDs are part of the Light Path Diagnostics built into the server. By following the path of lights, you can quickly identify the type of system error that occurred. 32 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    -system documentation to determine if your operating system supports hot-plug PCI adapters and, if so, LED that can be seen from inside the server. An Attention LED flashes approximately once per See your operating-system documentation for instructions. Normal operation; no intervention is required
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    you to isolate the problem if an error causes the server to shut down. problems using these LEDs. NMI ISMP LOG MEMORY D1 D7 PCIA PCIB PCIC PCID DASD D2 D8 PS1 PS2 CPU VRM TEMP D3 D9 PS3 PS4 FAN OVER NON D4 SPEC xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    when certain system errors occur. If the system-error LED on your server is lit, you can determine the cause of the error and the describes methods for troubleshooting other error symptoms. Error symptom charts You can use the error symptom charts to find solutions to problems that have definite
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    on your server. If the NOS is supported, either there is no logical drive defined (SCSI RAID systems) or the ServerGuide System Partition is not present. Run the ServerGuide program, and ensure that setup is complete. 36 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    hub supports auto-negotiation. If it does not, try configuring the integrated Ethernet controller manually to match the speed and duplex mode of the hub. v Check the Ethernet controller LEDs on the operator information panel and on the rear of the server. These LEDs indicate whether a problem exists
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    problems that have definite symptoms. Table 5. Ethernet troubleshooting chart Ethernet controller problem FRU/actions The server stops running when loading device drivers. device. v Reseat or replace the adapter. 38 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    BIOS flash diskette from the World Wide Web. Go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/, click IBM Server Support, and make the selections for your server. v Contact your IBM service representative. The flash memory of your server consists of a primary page and a backup page. The J50 jumper controls which
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    restart the server at this time. Remove the flash diskette from the diskette drive. 12. Turn off the server. 13. Move J50 to pins 1 and 2 to return to normal startup mode. 14. Restart the server. The system starts up. 40 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    changes to disk drives. v For a list of supported options for your server, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat/ on the World Wide Web. to the instructions provided with the adapters. v A failed fan is replaced as soon as possible. v The air baffle is always installed in the server except when
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    tower model that contains the same components as the rack model. The tower model also includes a door with a key lock on the front of the server and wheels on the bottom of the server for easier mobility. 42 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Air baffle Fans Fans Dividers Adapter support bracket 88 SCSI backplane support bracket Microprocessor baffle Light Path Diagnostics panel System handles Memory board Power-supply fans Power supplies Shuttle assembly Microprocessor airflow guide Chapter 4. Customer replaceable units 43
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    -X Slot 7 64-bit 100 MHz (J32) Microprocessor 4 (CPU4) VRM 4 (J37) Microprocessor 1 (CPU1) VRM 1 (J34) Battery (BH1) VRM 3 (J36) Microprocessor 3 (CPU3) VRM 2 (J35) Microprocessor 2 (CPU2) 44 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    System-board internal cable connectors The following illustration shows the internal cable connectors on the system board. Hot-plug PCI-X switch card (J20) Remote Supervisor Adapter (J16) Internal rear fans 3 and 4 (J49) External SCSI A (J14) Fan 6 (J9) Internal SCSI B (J15) Light Path
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    an optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter in this server. If you install an optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter in this server, you must use the RJ-45 connector on the adapter for interconnect network communications. 46 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    System-board switches and jumpers The following illustration shows the location of the switch block (SW2) on the system board. ON Switch block 2 (SW2) 1 2 345678 The following illustration shows the switches on the switch block (SW2). 8 Reserved 7 6 Power-on password override 5 4 3 Reserved 2 1
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    settings or moving any jumpers, turn off the server; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables. 2. Any system-board switch or jumper blocks that are not shown in the illustrations in this book are reserved. 48 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    illustration shows the location of the LEDs on the system board. You might need to refer to this illustration when solving problems with the server. PCI-X slot 5 attention (CR17) PCI-X slot 5 power (CR22) PCI-X slot 6 attention (CR18) PCI-X slot 6 power (CR23) PCI-X slot 7 attention (CR25) PCI
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    Diagnostics panel (see "Light Path Diagnostics" on page 34). DIMM 7 DIMM 8 DIMM 9 DIMM 10 DIMM 11 DIMM 12 DIMM 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 3 DIMM 4 DIMM 5 DIMM 6 50 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    and bezel The following procedures show how to remove the top cover and bezel or door from your server. Removing the top cover (all models) Complete the following steps to remove the server top cover. 1. Review the information in "Before you begin" on page 41, "Handling static-sensitive devices" on
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    at the top edge of the bezel, and pull the top of the bezel slightly away from the server. 3. Lift the bezel to release the two tabs at the bottom edge of the bezel. 4. Store of the bezel slightly away from the server. 52 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    not disconnect this cable. 2. See "Identifying problems using status LEDs" on page 32 for additional information about identifying problems through LEDs. PCI Slot 1 32-bit that comes with the adapter and follow those instructions in addition to the instructions in this chapter. If you need to change
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    server. Go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat/ on the World Wide Web for information about the IXAs that this server supports 55 for instructions for installing a non-hot-plug adapter. v The server might require additional xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    a failing hot-plug PCI or PCI-X adapter with a new hot-plug PCI or PCI-X adapter of the same type without turning off power to the server. If your operating system and adapter also support the hot-add feature, you can install a new adapter without turning off the power to the
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    PS2 PCIC PS4 CPU DASD FAN VRM J1 SPOEVCER TEMP J2 J7 REMIND RENDO. N J3 J8 J4 J9 J5 J10 J6 J11 J12 88 56 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    expansion-slot cover; then, remove the expansion-slot cover from the server. Store it in a safe place for future use. Attention: support bracket as indicated by the arrows. Otherwise, continue with the next step. 8. See the documentation that comes with your adapter for any cabling instructions
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    the adapter-support bracket as "Identifying problems using status server and options. Use these identifiers to connect the cables to the correct connectors. For example, the hard disk drive cables are labeled "HDD option." 58 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    on the cable-management-arm bracket. 2) Slide the tab on the cable-management-arm bracket out of the slot on the server; then, remove the bracket from the server. b. Slide the server out of the rack enclosure until it locks into place. 4. Remove the top cover (see "Removing the top cover (all models
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    air baffle from the server. Handle Air baffle guide located between the front fans and the microprocessors. Locking tabs Microprocessor airflow guide (open position) 88 Microprocessor airflow guide (closed position) 60 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    step. See "Installing an adapter" on page 55 and the option documentation for additional information about installing a RAID or SCSI adapter in your server. 10. Disconnect the SCSI signal cable from the internal SCSI connector (J15) on the system board. Adapter External SCSI A (J14) Internal SCSI
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    the adapter-support bracket to server in a rack enclosure, you must reconnect the cable-management-arm bracket to the server. a. Slide the server into the rack. b. Reattach the cable-management-arm bracket to the server. 62 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    installation" on page 106. Working with the optional xSeries 6-Pack Hot-Swap Hard Drive Expansion Kit Your server contains hardware that enables you to replace a failed hard ) SCSI hot-swap hard disk drive backplane supports a maximum of six slim-high, hot-swap hard disk drives. Chapter
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    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. For example, the hard disk drive cables are labeled "HDD option." 64 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    6-Pack hot-swap drive backplane Note: The optional xSeries 6-Pack Hot-Swap Hard Drive Expansion Kit might contain steps to install the optional 6-Pack hot-swap drive backplane. Note: The server does not support an optional SCSI repeater card or a single-channel configuration for the hard disk
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    on the cable-management-arm bracket out of the slot on the server; then, remove the bracket from the server. b. Slide the server out of the rack enclosure until it locks into place. 5. lift the air baffle from the server. 66 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    CPU DASD FAN VRM J1 SPOEVCER TEMP J2 J7 REMIND RENDO. N J3 J8 J4 J9 J5 J10 J6 J11 J12 88 7. Open the microprocessor airflow guide located between the front fans and the microprocessors. Locking tabs Microprocessor airflow
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    information about installing a RAID or SCSI adapter in your server and connecting the SCSI cables to a RAID or SCSI adapter. 12. Disconnect the signal and power cables that are attached to the standard SCSI backplane. 68 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    that come with the option kit to secure the SCSI backplane to the backplane support bracket. 16. Reinstall the backplane support bracket in the server. Tighten the captive screw on top of the metal backplane support bracket by turning the screw clockwise until it snaps into place. This secures the
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    hot-swap drive backplane. b. Route the SCSI signal cable through the opening in the adapter-support bracket. Do not connect the cable to the adapter at this time. Attention: Do not the new 6-Pack hot-swap drive backplane. 70 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    . 23. Close the microprocessor airflow guide located between the front fans and the baffle into the corresponding slots on the rear of the server. b. Align the hole on the front of the routed the cable through the opening in the adapter-support bracket. Now complete the procedure by routing the
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    Fan bay 7 (fan removed) 1) Remove the fan from fan bay 7. 2) Insert the tab on the cable-management-arm bracket into the corresponding slot on the server. 72 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    v Hard disk v CD-ROM v Tape, including digital linear tape (DLT), super digital linear tape (SDLT), and linear tape-open (LTO) Note: The server supports both internal and external tape drives. Your server contains hardware that enables you to replace a failed hard disk drive without turning off the
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    cable to the IDE device; attach the blue connector end of the IDE cable to the system board. v For a list of supported IDE and SCSI options for your server, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat/ on the World Wide Web. 74 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    an optional hot-swap SCSI backplane and a SCSI or RAID adapter. See "Working with the optional xSeries 6-Pack Hot-Swap Hard Drive Expansion Kit" on page 63 for complete detailed installation instructions. 5. Remove the filler panel from one of the empty hot-swap bays by inserting your finger into
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    server is a rack model and you have already installed the server in a rack enclosure, you must disconnect the cable-management-arm bracket from the server. a. Disconnect the cable-management arm -racket from the server. 76 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    on the cable-management-arm bracket. 2) Slide the tab on the cable-management-arm bracket out of the slot on the server; then, remove the bracket from the server. b. Slide the server out of the rack enclosure until it locks into place. 4. Remove the top cover and bezel (see "Removing the top cover
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    J12 88 6. Open the microprocessor airflow guide located between the front fans and the microprocessors. Locking tabs Microprocessor airflow guide (open position) 88 Microprocessor airflow guide (closed position) 78 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    an adapter" on page 55 and your RAID or SCSI adapter option documentation for additional information about installing a RAID or SCSI adapter in your server and connecting the SCSI cables to a RAID or SCSI adapter. 10. Disconnect the SCSI signal cable from the internal SCSI connector (J15) on the
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    the server, under the microprocessor airflow guide. See the illustration in step 6 on page 78 for the location of the microprocessor airflow guide. Follow the installation instructions connected to the system board. 80 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    the standard SCSI backplane through the opening in the adapter-support bracket to the RAID or SCSI adapter. Connect the . 22. Close the microprocessor airflow guide located between the front fans and baffle into the corresponding slots on the rear of the server. b. Align the hole on the front of the
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    of memory in your server by installing memory-module options. When you install memory, you must install a set of two or four matched dual inline memory modules (DIMMs). Before you install memory, review the following: 82 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    512 MB, and 1 GB DIMMs. These DIMMs must be compatible with the latest PC1600 SDRAM Registered DIMM specification. For a list of supported options for your server, go to http://www.ibm.com/us/compat/ on the World Wide Web. 9. Installing or removing DIMMs changes the configuration information in the
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    baffle. Note: Do not remove the fasteners from the air baffle. b. Grasp the handle on the air baffle; then, lift the air baffle from the server. 84 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Fasteners Handle Air baffle NMI PCIA SP PS1 PCIB LOG PS3 PS2 PCIC PS4 CPU DASD FAN VRM J1 SPOEVCER TEMP J2 J7 REMIND RENDO. N J3 J8 J4 J9 J5 J10 J6 J11 J12 88 Chapter 4. Customer replaceable units 85
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    on the memory-board assembly and remove it from the server. Release latch Release latch Velcro tabs Memory-board airflow guide (closed position) NMI PCIA SP PS1 PCIB LOG PS3 on a static-protective surface. 86 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Release latch Memory board Memory-board airflow guide (closed position) Memory-board airflow guide (open position) 6. Locate the DIMM -protective package that contains the DIMM option to any unpainted metal surface on the server. Then, remove the DIMM from the package. 9. Turn the DIMM so that
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    rear of the air baffle into the corresponding slots on the rear of the server. b. Align the hole on the front of the air baffle over the corresponding alignment pin on the chassis; then, lower the air baffle into place. 88 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    If the memory-board VRM LED is on or the problem remains, see "Diagnostic programs and error messages" on page 30. Installing an additional microprocessor Your server comes with one microprocessor installed on the system board. Your server supports up to four microprocessors. If you install at least
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    must be identical. For a list of microprocessors supported by your server, see the ServerProven® list at http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat/ on the World Wide Web (standard, metal retaining clip provided on VRM housing) 90 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Table 8. Microprocessor and VRM installation order (continued) Microprocessor number Microprocessor VRM connector socket label 4 CPU4 J37 (standard, metal retaining clip provided on VRM housing) The following illustration is a layout of the microprocessor socket locations and other
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    you begin" on page 41 and "Safety information" on page 169. 2. Turn off the server and disconnect all power cords and external cables; then, remove the server cover (see "Removing the top cover and bezel" on page 51). 92 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    baffle. Note: Do not remove the fasteners from the air baffle. b. Grasp the handle on the air baffle; then, lift the air baffle from the server. Handle Air baffle Fasteners NMI PCIA SP PS1 PCIB LOG PS3 PS2 PCIC PS4 CPU DASD FAN VRM J1 SPOEVCER TEMP J2 J7 REMIND RENDO
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    b. Touch the static-protective package containing the new VRM to any unpainted metal surface on the server; then, remove the VRM from the package. c. Attach the retainer clip to the VRM: VRM for microprocessor 3 or 4. 94 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Captive screws Heat sink Microprocessor Microprocessor orientation indicator 88 VRM handle VRM Microprocessor release lever v If you are installing a VRM for microprocessor 3 or 4, remove the metal retainer clip from the corresponding VRM baffle. Then, remove the plastic VRM baffle from the
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    -protective package containing the new microprocessor to any unpainted metal surface on the server; then, remove the microprocessor from the package. b. Pull out and lift press the microprocessor into the socket. 96 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Close (to the locked position) the release latches to seat the memory board in the connector. Note: To ensure proper server operation, make sure that the memory-board airflow guide is in the closed position. d. Firmly press the memory-board assembly down into the connector until it snaps into place
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    power supplies. Your server supports N+N line cords for server; then, plug the other end of each power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet. Power supplies 1 and 3 (PS1 and PS3, respectively) are connected 98 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    supply bay 1. Before you continue with the power-supply installation procedure, review the following precautions: Notes: 1. To ensure proper cooling and server operation, power-supply bays 1 and 2 must have a power supply installed at all times. 2. The external fans (fans 7 through 9) are located in
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    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 6: CAUTION: If you an easily accessible power source. 100 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    AC power LED DC power LED Handle (open position) 6. Plug one end of each power cord into the corresponding connector on the back of the server; then, plug the other end of each power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet. Power supplies 1 and 3 (PS1 and PS3, respectively) are connected to
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    rear) are installed differently from the external fans (bottom rear). This section contains separate instructions for each group of fans. Replacing an internal fan If you are replacing one of the LED Fan release latch 102 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    5. Press the fan handle down until it snaps into place. 6. Reinstall the server cover (see "Installing the top cover and bezel" on page 107). Replacing an battery, you must adhere to the following instructions. Note: In the U. S., call 1-800-IBM-4333 for information about battery disposal. If you
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    adapter-support bracket as indicated by the arrows. Then, remove the adapters. See "Working with adapters" on page 53 for additional information about adapters. 6. Locate the battery (connector BH1) on the system board. 104 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    PCI Slot 1 32-bit 33 MHz (J26) PCI-X Slot 2 64-bit 100 MHz (J27) PCI-X Slot 3 64-bit 100 MHz (J28) PCI-X Slot 4 64-bit 100 MHz (J29) PCI-X Slot 5 64-bit 100 MHz (J30) PCI-X Slot 6 64-bit 100 MHz (J31) PCI-X Slot 7 64-bit 100 MHz (J32) Battery (BH1) Microprocessor 4 (CPU4) VRM 4 (J37)
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    adapter-support server cover, reinstall the bezel, reconnect all the cables that you disconnected earlier and, for certain options, run the Configuration/Setup Utility program. Follow the instructions in this section. 106 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    -release latch 2. Move the cover-release latch to the open (up) position. 3. Insert the bottom tabs of the cover into the matching slots in the server chassis. 4. Close the cover-release latch to pull the cover forward and lock the cover in place. 5. If you disconnected any cables from the back
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    : 1. Insert the two tabs on the bottom of the bezel into the matching holes on the server chassis. 2. Push the top of the bezel toward the server until the two release latches at the top of the bezel snap into place. 108 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    attach additional external devices to your server. For a list of supported options for your server, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat/ on the rear of the server. 5. Follow the instructions that come with the option to prepare it for installation and to connect it to the server. 6. Route one end
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    Adhering to these standards will help to ensure that your server operates properly. When you attach a SCSI device to the information that is provided with the device for instructions to set its SCSI ID. See "Setting SCSI xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Video port interconnect network communications. These ports become inactive if you install an optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter in this server. If you install an optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter in this server, you must use the RJ-45 connector on the adapter for interconnect network
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    Ultra160 SCSI connectors Your server has an integrated dual-channel Ultra160 small computer system interface (SCSI) controller. This controller supports two independent Ultra 160 significantly improve data reliability 112 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    53 for detailed information about the PCI buses in your server. The server comes with one SCSI cable. This cable connects the xSeries 6-Pack Hot-Swap Hard Drive Expansion Kit" on page 63 for instructions for installing the 6-Pack option, and "Installing internal drives" on page 73 for instructions
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    assignments for the 68-pin SCSI connectors. 34 1 Serial ports 68 35 Your server has one standard serial port: serial port A. The operating system and the ISMP connector on the rear of your server. These pin-number 114 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    in the Configuration/Setup Utility program. 3. Check to make sure that your NOS supports USB devices. 4. For additional information about USB devices, go to http://www. has an external connector on the rear of the server for attaching USB compatible devices. The following illustration shows the pin
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    optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter in this server. If you install an optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter in this server, you must use the RJ-45 connector on the adapter for interconnect network communications. 116 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    are labeled "HDD option." The following illustration shows the external cable connectors on the server. Detailed cabling instructions are provided on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD that comes with your server. ISMP A ISMP B External SCSI cable knockout USB USB 1 and 2 3 and 4 Line cord 1 Line
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    118 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    replaceable units This chapter describes the removal of server components. Important: The field replaceable unit (FRU) procedures are intended for trained servicers who are familiar with IBM xSeries products. See the parts listing in "System" on page 162 to determine if the component being replaced
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    the thumbscrew at the top of the SCSI backplane; then, lift the backplane out of the server. 8. Remove the six screws in the SCSI backplane and put them in a safe place; then, remove the backplane from the metal frame. 120 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    sensitive devices" on page 172. 1. Turn off the server. 2. Disconnect all power cords and external cables from the back of the server. 3. Remove the server cover (see "Removing the top cover (all models)" might differ slightly from your hardware. Release tabs Chapter 5. Service replaceable units 121
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    devices" on page 172. 1. Turn off the server. 2. Disconnect all power cords and external cables from the back of the server. 3. Remove the server cover (see "Removing the top cover (all J4 J9 J5 J10 J6 J11 J12 122 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    assembly releases. 6. Remove the assembly from the server. 7. To replace the front-panel assembly, server. 2. Disconnect all power cords and external cables from the back of the server. 3. Remove the server (standard) SCSI backplane power (optional) Guide channel NMI PCIA SP PS1 PCIB LOG
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    box to the chassis. 7. Slide the power box toward the front of the server until it comes away from the chassis. 8. Pull up on the four power plugs at the end of the power box cable until they are free of the chassis. 124 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    air baffle. Note: Do not remove the fasteners from the server. b. Grasp the handle on the air baffle; then, lift the air baffle from the server. 5. Remove all adapters and place them on a static-protective "System-board internal cable connectors" on page 45). Chapter 5. Service replaceable units 125
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    shuttle. 17. Slide the replacement shuttle, with its attached system board, in from the rear of the server and close the board locking latch. 18. Replace all components in the reverse order from which they were removed. 126 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    19. Replace the top cover and bezel (see "Installing the top cover and bezel" on page 107). Chapter 5. Service replaceable units 127
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    128 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    supports xSeries 255 servers. Notes: 1. Check the configuration before you replace a FRU. Configuration problems can cause false errors and symptoms. 2. For IBM devices not supported by this index, refer to the manual should be replaced by a field service technician. Beep/symptom FRU/action 1-1-2
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    on page 162 to determine which components should be replaced by a field service technician. Beep/symptom FRU/action 1-1-3 (CMOS write/read test failed) above address OFFFFH)) 1. DIMM 2. Memory card 3. System board 130 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    on page 162 to determine which components should be replaced by a field service technician. Beep/symptom FRU/action 3-1-4 (Time-Of-Day clock failed) DIMM 2. Battery 3-3-2 (Critical SMBUS error occurred) 1. Disconnect the server power cords from the outlets, wait 30 seconds and retry. 2. System
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    determine which components should be replaced by a field service technician. No-beep symptom FRU/action No beep LEDs followed by the FRU or action for correcting the problem. The information in the table is valid only when xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    : See "System" on page 162 to determine which components should be replaced by a field service technician. Diagnostics panel LED FRU/action NMI on 1. If PCIx LED is also on, follow that action. 2. If PCIx LED is not on, restart the server. 3. Check the System Error Log. ISMP on 1. Unplug the
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    replaced by a field service technician. Diagnostics panel server. MEMORY on (The LED next to the failing DIMM is on.) Note: See "Memory errors" on page 36. 1. DIMM x 2. Memory card 3. Microprocessor 4. System board 134 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    codes, replace the FRU or take the action indicated. Note: See "System" on page 162 to determine which components should be replaced by a field service technician. Error code/symptom FRU/action 001-xxx-000 (Failed core tests) v System board 001-xxx-001 (Failed core tests) v System board 001
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    which components should be replaced by a field service technician. Error code/symptom FRU/action 035- Remote Supervisor Adapter. 3. Disconnect all server and option power cords from the server, wait 30 seconds, reconnect, xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    162 to determine which components should be replaced by a field service technician. Error code/symptom FRU/action 166-201-003 System Management indicate failed tests.) Adapter and BIOS. 2. Disconnect all server and option power cords from server, wait 30 seconds, reconnect, and retry. 3. Remote
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    See "System" on page 162 to determine which components should be replaced by a field service technician. Error code/symptom FRU/action 201-xxx-0nn (Failed memory test.) 1. DIMM the RAID logical array v Hard disk 6 138 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    ID nn (refer to the Help and Service Information appendix of the tape drive's User Guide) 4. System board or SCSI controller (run problems that have definite symptoms. If you cannot find the problem in the error symptom charts, go to "Starting the diagnostic programs" on page 31 to test the server
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    cable, is terminated correctly. v Any external SCSI option is turned on. You must turn on an external SCSI option before turning on the server. 2. For more information, see your SCSI expansion enclosure documentation. 140 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    you removed with a new one. Note: See "System" on page 162 to determine which components should be replaced by a field service technician. General problems Symptom FRU/action Problems such as broken cover v Broken CRU/FRU locks or indicator LEDs not working Note: See "System" on page 162 to
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    service technician. Monitor problems Symptom FRU/action Testing the monitor. v See the information that comes with the monitor for adjusting and testing instructions. (Some IBM monitors have their own self-tests.) 142 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    field service technician. Monitor problems Symptom FRU/action The screen is blank. 1. Verify that: v The server power cord is plugged into the server at least 76 mm (3 in.). b. Non-IBM monitor cables might cause unpredictable problems. c. An enhanced monitor cable with additional shielding is
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    the SCSI cable, is terminated correctly. v Any external SCSI option is turned on. You must turn on an external SCSI option before turning on the server. 4. Failing option. 144 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    remove it, and restart the server. If the server now turns on, you might have installed more options than the power supply supports. 2. If LEDs for CPUs if power comes on: 1) Service processor error. 2) Power reset card. 3. See "Undetermined problems" on page 157. The server does not turn off. 1.
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    which components should be replaced by a field service technician. AC good LED DC good LED Description FRU/action Off Off No power to system or ac problem. 1. Check ac power to the system. 2. Power supply. 146 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Note: See "System" on page 162 to determine which components should be replaced by a field service technician. AC good LED DC good LED Description FRU/action On Off Standby mode or dc problem. 1. Check system board cable connectors J46 and J40. Move switch 7 of SW 2 to bypass power control.
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    components should be replaced by a field service technician. Error code/symptom FRU/action , and type the server with invalid passwords) administrator password. 201 (Memory test error.) If the server does 1. DIMM not xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Note: See "System" on page 162 to determine which components should be replaced by a field service technician. Error code/symptom FRU/action 301 (Keyboard or keyboard controller error) Note: After installing a USB keyboard, you might need to use the Configuration/Setup
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    System board 1602 (Cable for optional service processor v Disconnect all server and option power cords from server, wait adapter not installed) 30 configuration error) 1. Video adapter (if installed) 2. System board 150 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Note: See "System" on page 162 to determine which components should be replaced by a field service technician. Error code/symptom FRU/action 5962 (IDE CD-ROM drive configuration error) 1. Run the Configuration/Setup Utility program. 2. CD-ROM drive. 3. CD-ROM power
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    components should be replaced by a field service technician. Error code/symptom FRU/action server does not support level of processor) 1. Ensure all microprocessors have the same cache size. 2. Microprocessor 1. 152 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    : See "System" on page 162 to determine which components should be replaced by a field service technician. Error code/symptom FRU/action 01298002 (System BIOS installed on this server does not support level of processor) 1. Ensure all microprocessors have the same cache size. 2. Microprocessor
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    the following might be causing the problem: v A failing SCSI device ( attached an external SCSI device to the server, make sure the external SCSI termination is replaced by a field service technician. Message Action DASD xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    " on page 162 to determine which components should be replaced by a field service technician. Message Action Power supply x current share fault (level-critical; excessive tables when experiencing system shutdown related to voltage or temperature problems. Chapter 6. Symptom-to-FRU index 155
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    " on page 162 to determine which components should be replaced by a field service technician. Message Action System shutoff due to board over temperature (level-critical; see "Features and specifications" on page 3. 156 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    to determine which components should be replaced by a field service technician. Bus fault messages Message Action Failure reading I2C device reading I2C device. Check device v System board on bus 4. Undetermined problems Use the information in this section if the diagnostic tests did not
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    to assist you in problem determination. If possible, have this information available when requesting assistance from Service Support and Engineering functions. v failure? v Diagnostics version - Type and version level 158 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    same setup for the operation system control files Comparing the configuration and software set-up between ″working″ and ″non-working″ systems will often lead to problem resolution. Chapter 6. Symptom-to-FRU index 159
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    160 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Chapter 7. Parts listing, xSeries 255 This parts listing supports the xSeries 255 (Type 8685), Models 1RX, 11X, 2RX, 21X, 3RX, 31X. 1 2 3 27 26 22 20 21 NMI PCIA SP PS1 PCIB LOG PS3 PS2 J11 J12 25 88 24 23 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 19 14 16 15 17 18 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002 161
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    26 27 System (xSeries 255, Type 8685, Models 1RX, 11X, 2RX,21X, 3RX, 31X) Cover, top (all models) Baffle, air (all models) Fan, 92 mm (all models) Insulator (all models) Memory, 256 MB PC1600 ECC (models 1RX 11X), 4RX, 41X) Memory, 512 MB PC1600 ECC (models 2RX 21X 3RX 31X, 5RX, 51X,6RX, 61X) Card
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    (xSeries 255, Type 8685, Models 1RX, 11X, 2RX,21X, 3RX, 31X) VRM clip, plastic (all models) VRM clip, metal (all models) Slide assembly with bracket (models 1RX 2RX 3RX, 4RX, 5RX, 6RX) Slide, CD-ROM drive (all models) Slide, diskette disk drive (all models) Flange assembly, EIA (models 1RX 2RX 3RX
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    available only in that country or region. IBM power cord part number 13F9940 Used in these countries and regions Argentina, Australia, China (PRC), New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Uruguay, Western Samoa 164 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    IBM power cord part number 13F9979 13F9997 14F0015 14F0033 14F0051 14F0069 14F0087 1838574 6952301 Used in these countries and Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Suriname, Taiwan, Trinidad (West Indies), United States of America, Venezuela Chapter 7. Parts listing, xSeries 255 165
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    the IBM Support Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ to check for technical information, hints, tips, and new device drivers. v Use an IBM discussion forum on the IBM Web site to ask questions. You can solve many problems without outside assistance by following the troubleshooting procedures
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    / for support telephone numbers. 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. 168 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    are designed to help you isolate problems. They are written with the assumption that you have model-specific training on all computers, or that are familiar with the computers, functions, terminology, and service information provided in this manual. Safety information The following section contains
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    modems before you open the server covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and instructions are in the safety sections of maintenance information. Use extreme care when measuring high voltages. 170 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    users and service personnel from injury. This guide addresses only -IBM features or options not covered by this inspection guide. If any unsafe conditions are present, you must determine how serious the apparent hazard could be and whether you can continue without first correcting the problem
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    non-IBM alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any non-IBM by equalizing the charge so that the server, the part, the work mat, and protection that meets the specific service requirement. Note: The use xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    v Korean v Spanish Important: All caution and danger statements in this IBM documentation begin with a number. This number is used to cross reference you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures. Appendix B. Related service information 173
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    CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device. v Use of controls xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    power source. 2 1 v Statement 10 CAUTION: Do not place any object weighing more than 82 kg (180 lbs.) on top of rack-mounted devices. Appendix B. Related service information 175
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    Importante: Todas as instruções de cuidado e perigo da IBM documentation começam com um número. Este número é utilizado para fazer . 3. Remova os cabos de sinal dos conectores. 4. Remova todos os cabos dos dispositivos. 176 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    (011) 889-8986, para obter informações sobre como enviar a bateria pelo correio para a IBM. Instrução 3 PRECAUCIÓN: Quando produtos a laser (unidades de CD-ROM, unidades de DVD, ou com instrumentos íticos, e evite exposição direta ao raio. Instrução 4 Appendix B. Related service information 177
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    fonte de energia elétrica. 2 1 CUIDADO: Instrução 10 CUIDADO: Não coloque nenhum objeto com peso superior a 82 kg (180 lbs.) sobre dispositivos montados em rack. 178 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    indiquées dans la bibliothèque IBM documentation sont précédées d'un num réseaux, aux systèmes de télécommunication et aux modems (sauf instruction contraire mentionnée dans les procédures d'installation et de configuration). v les unités sous tension. Appendix B. Related service information 187
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    au lithium usagée par une pile de référence identique exclusivement - voir la référence IBM - ou par une pile équivalente recommandée par le fabricant. Si votre système évitez une exposition directe au rayon. Notice n° 4 188 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    prise de courant. 2 1 Notice n° 10 ATTENTION: Ne posez pas d'objet dont le poids dépasse 82 kg sur les unités montées en armoire. Appendix B. Related service information 189
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    Wichtig: Alle Sicherheitshinweise in dieser IBM documentation beginnen mit einer Nummer. Diese Nummer verweist auf einen Steckdose lösen. 3. Signalkabel von Anschlußbuchsen lösen. 4. Alle Kabel von Einheiten lösen. 190 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    2 ACHTUNG: Eine verbrauchte Batterie nur durch eine Batterie mit der IBM Teilenummer 33F8354 oder durch eine vom Hersteller empfohlene Batterie ersetzen. Wenn Ihr direkt mit optischen Instrumenten betrachten und den Strahlungsbereich meiden. Hinweis 4 Appendix B. Related service information 191
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    des Servers auszuschalten, muß sichergestellt werden, daß alle Netzkabel aus den Netzsteckdosen herausgezogen wurden. 2 1 Hinweis 10 ACHTUNG: Keine Gegenstände, die mehr als 82 kg wiegen, auf Rack-Einheiten ablegen. 192 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Tutti gli avvisi di attenzione e di pericolo riportati nella pubblicazione IBM documentation iniziano con un numero. Questo numero viene utilizzato per confrontare . prese elettriche. 4. Rimuovere tutti i cavi dalle unità. 5. ACCENDERE le unità. Appendix B. Related service information 193
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    : Quando si sostituisce la batteria al litio, utilizzare solo una batteria IBM con numero parte 33F8354 o batterie dello stesso tipo o di tipo equivalente ottici ed evitare l'esposizione diretta al fascio. Avviso 4 194 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    sorgente di alimentazione. 2 1 Avviso 10 ATTENZIONE: Non poggiare oggetti che pesano più di 82 kg sulla parte superiore delle unità montate in rack. Appendix B. Related service information 195
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    196 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Appendix B. Related service information 197
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    198 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Importante: Todas las declaraciones de precauciín de esta IBM documentation empiezan con un número. Dicho número se emplea para establecer una referencia cruzada 4. Retire los cables de los dispositivos. toma de alimentaciín. 5. ENCIENDA el dispositivo. Appendix B. Related service information 199
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    sustituir la batería de litio, utilice únicamente el número de pieza 33F8354 de IBM o cualquier tipo de batería equivalente que recomiende el fabricante. Si el sistema tiene ípticos; evite la exposiciín directa al rayo. 200 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    de alimentaciín. 2 1 Declaración 10 PRECAUCIÓN: No coloque ningún objeto que pese más de 82 kg (180 libras) encima de los dispositivos montados en bastidor. Appendix B. Related service information 201
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    right may be used instead. However, it is the user's responsibility to evaluate and verify the operation of any non-IBM product, program, or service. IBM may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject matter described in this document. The furnishing of this document does not
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    Chipkill EtherJet e-business logo HelpWare IBM IntelliStation Light Path Diagnostics NetBAY Torvalds. Other company, product, or service names may be the trademarks or service marks of others. Important notes Processor xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    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 and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
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    from a nonrecommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM option cards. This product has been tested and found to comply with the take adequate measures. Taiwan electrical emission statement 206 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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    Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement Appendix C. Notices 207
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    208 xSeries 255 Type 8685: Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide
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