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    xSeries 255 Type 8685 User's Guide
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    IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685 User's Guide SC32-P020-00
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    Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B, "Warranty information" on page 31 and Appendix C, "Notices" on page Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.
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    service and support 30 Hardware service and support 30 Appendix B. Warranty information 31 Warranty period 31 Problem determination 31 Running diagnostics 31 Checking software 32 Warranty service and support 32 International Warranty Service 33 Purchasing additional services 33 IBM
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    EMC Directive conformance statement 46 Taiwanese Class A warning statement 46 Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement . . . 47 Power cords 47 Index 49 iv IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança. Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad. Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002 v
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    systems, networks, and modems before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures. v Connect and disconnect outlet. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Remove all cables from devices. vi IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    Statement 2: CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the
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    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 1 Laser Klass 1 Luokan 1 Laserlaite Appareil A` Laser de Classe 1 viii IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    Statement 4: ≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. Statement 5: ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb) CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also
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    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 parts, contact a service technician. x IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    the information that is provided with your device for electrical specifications. Statement 14: CAUTION: Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels might be present. Only a qualified service technician is authorized to remove the covers where the following label is attached. Safety xi
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    xii IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    Chapter 1. Introducing the xSeries 255 Type 8685 server The IBM® xSeries™ 255 Type 8685 server, which features IBM Eserver X-Architecture™ technology, is a high-performance server that can be upgraded to a symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) server through a microprocessor upgrade. It is ideally
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    solve the problem yourself or to provide helpful information to a service technician. v Option Installation Guide This publication is provided in PDF on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. It contains the instructions to install, remove, and connect optional devices supported by your server. Depending
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    v Dual-channel Ultra160 SCSI controller (one internal and one external channel) v Wake on LAN® support v One Broadcom 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controller v One serial port v Four Universal Serial or ″U.″ A 1-U-high device is 1.75 inches tall. Chapter 1. Introducing the xSeries 255 Type 8685 server 3
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    you can replace failing hot-plug PCI and PCI-X adapters without turning off the server. You can also add PCI and PCI-X adapters in these slots without turning off the server, if your operating system and the PCI and PCI-X adapter support the hot-add feature. 4 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    your server provides programs to help you set up your server and install the network operating system (NOS). The ServerGuide program detects the installed hardware options and provides the correct configuration programs and device drivers. Chapter 1. Introducing the xSeries 255 Type 8685 server 5
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    inconvenience. The following is an abbreviated list of the RAS features that your server supports: v Active PCI and Active PCI-X (hot-plug) adapter slots v adapter) 2. Service availability will vary by country. Response time varies; may exclude holidays. 6 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    BOOTP) v Remote system problem-determination support v System auto-configuring from server, or review the Error Log in the Configuration/Setup Utility program. For complete details about the Light Path Diagnostics panel, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries
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    disk over the power-control button to prevent accidental manual power-off. This disk is provided with your server. Reset button: Press this button to reset the server and run the power-on self-test (POST). : Press this button to release a CD from the drive. 8 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    server, or review the Error Log in the Configuration/Setup Utility program. For complete details about the Light Path Diagnostics panel, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on the IBM xSeries dc power LEDs are on. Chapter 1. Introducing the xSeries 255 Type 8685 server 9
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    supports the Preboot eXecution Environment (PXE) option and the PXE option is enabled through the Planar Ethernet PXE/DHCP menu choice under Start Options on the Configuration/Setup Utility program menu, the integrated Gigabit Ethernet controller can turn on the server. 10 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685
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    Option Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Complete the following steps to manually turn on the server: 1. Review server and to force it into Standby mode. You can use this feature if the operating system stops functioning. Chapter 1. Introducing the xSeries 255 Type 8685 server
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    The ISMP can put the server in Standby mode as an automatic response to a critical system failure. You can also put the server into Standby mode remotely by means of an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter or through connection to an ASM interconnect network. 12 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    CD includes software setup and installation tools that are specifically designed for your IBM server. You can use this CD during the initial installation of your server to configure the server hardware and simplify your network operating system installation. See Chapter 3, "Using the ServerGuide
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    instructions to start the Configuration/Setup Utility program and descriptions of the available menu choices. Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program Complete the following steps to start the Configuration/Setup Utility program: 1. Turn on the server IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's 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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    keyboard number lock starts on or off. You also can enable the server to run without a diskette drive, monitor, or keyboard. Note: If if these options are configured incorrectly. Follow the instructions on the screen carefully. - System Partition Visibility IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    as described in the Option Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. You can also 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
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    Data on the System Information menu Select this choice to view vital product data (VPD) for some server components. v PCI Slot Information Select this choice to view the properties of adapters that are installed duration before another attempt can be made. 18 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    supported options for your server, go to http://www.ibm.com/us/compat/ on the World Wide Web. To order an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter, contact your IBM reseller or IBM and then reinstall the battery (see the Option Installation Guide). Administrator password Select this choice to set an
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    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. the menu. v Press Esc to return to the previous menu. 20 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    the SCSI controller to its default values, press F6; then, follow the instructions that appear on the screen. You can view or change the following are ready, an Unexpected SCSI Command Failure screen might appear. Restart the server and watch the SCSISelect messages as each drive spins up. After the
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    , follow the instructions on the screen. Note: A hard disk typically contains more tracks than its stated capacity (to allow for defective tracks). A message appears on the screen if the defect limit is reached. If this happens, replace the hard disk drive. 22 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    drivers, and in some cases, installing them automatically. If a later version of the ServerGuide software is available, you can download a free image of the software, or you can purchase the ServerGuide CD. To download the latest ServerGuide software, see the ServerGuide page on the IBM Support
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    of supported operating systems. v Includes an online README file with links to tips for your hardware and NOS installation. Note: Installation requires your NOS CD. v Detects installed hardware options and provides updated device drivers for most adapters and devices. 24 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685
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    can use the CD to configure any supported IBM server model. The setup program checks your system BIOS, service processors, and other system hardware to determine Non-Plug and Play adapters or non-IBM adapters might require switch settings, additional device drivers, and installation after the NOS is
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    create diskettes that help you set up or update multiple servers. You can modify information on the diskettes as you use them to set up or update other servers. Note: Availability and function can vary by server model and by the hardware that is installed. 26 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    program to install your NOS, download the latest NOS installation instructions from the IBM Support Web page at: http://www.ibm.com/pc/support 1. From the Browse the support site drop-down list on the IBM Support Web page, select the brand: Servers. 2. From the Family drop-down list, select your
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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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    and software problems with xSeries servers, IntelliStation workstations, and appliances. For information about which products are supported by Support Line in your country or region, go to http://www.ibm.com/services/sl/products/. For more information about Support Line and other IBM services, go to
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    in Portable Document Format (PDF). Machine - IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685 Country or region Japan Worldwide Warranty period Parts - 3 years, labor - 1 year 3 years Service delivery method On-site On-site Problem determination Prior to on-site warranty service, you are required to go through
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    with this activity. Warranty service and support With the original purchase of an IBM xSeries or IntelliStation system, you have access to extensive service and support. During the IBM Machine warranty period, you may call IBM or your reseller for problem-determination assistance under the terms
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    is eligible for IWS, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ and click Warranty lookup. Purchasing additional services During and after the warranty period, you can purchase additional services, such as support for IBM and non-IBM hardware, operating systems, and application programs; network setup
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    -up and 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. 34 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    Machine Code and Licensed Internal Code updates from an IBM 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
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    Rio de Janeiro. NORTH AMERICA Warranty Service: The following is added to this Section: To obtain warranty service from IBM in Canada or the United States, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (426-7378). CANADA Governing Law of the State of New York. ASIA PACIFIC AUSTRALIA 36 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    of Liability: The following is added to this Section: Where IBM is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation, IBM's liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the goods or
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    or limited. The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 will not apply in respect of any goods which IBM provides, if you require the goods for the purposes of a business as defined in that of Limited Warranty apply to Machines purchased from IBM or an IBM reseller. 38 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    or African country, you may obtain warranty service for that Machine from the IBM entity within the country of purchase, if that IBM entity provides warranty service in that country, or from an IBM reseller, approved by IBM to perform warranty service on that Machine in that country. Warranty
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    warranties implied by the Sale of Goods Act 1893 or the Sale of Goods and Supply of Services Act 1980 are hereby excluded. Limitation of Liability: The following replaces items one and two of the claim. Applicability of suppliers and resellers (unchanged). 40 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    12 of the Sale of Goods Act 1979 or Section 2 of the Supply of Goods and 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
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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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    is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds. Other company, product, or service names may be the trademarks or service marks of others. Important notes Processor speeds indicate the internal clock speed , and GB stands for approximately 1 000 000 000 bytes. 44 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's 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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    requirements resulting 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 limits required to take adequate measures. Taiwanese Class A warning statement 46 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    always use the power cord and plug with a properly grounded outlet. IBM power cords used in the United States and Canada are listed by equipment will be installed. IBM power cords for a specific country or region are usually available only in that country or region. IBM power cord part number
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    IBM power cord part number 14F0033 14F0051 14F0069 14F0087 1838574 6952301 Used in these countries and regions Antigua, , Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Suriname, Taiwan, Trinidad (West Indies), United States of America, Venezuela 48 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    (PXE) option 16 RAID programs 13 SCSISelect Utility 13 server 13 ServerGuide CDs 13 with ServerGuide 25 Configuration/Setup Utility activity LED 8 specifications 3 E eject button CD 8 diskette 8 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002 electrical input 3 electronic emission Class A notice 45 environment 3
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    off the server 11 turning on the server 10 U United States electronic emission Class A notice 45 United States FCC Class A notice 45 utility format disk 21 V video controller 3 video specifications 3 W Web site 1 ServerGuide 23 weight 3 World Wide Web 1 50 IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685: User's Guide
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    IBM Part Number: 32P0200 Printed in the United States of America. 32P 2
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User's Guide
xSeries 255
Type 8685