Creating an emergency recovery-repair diskette in Windows ..13 Creating an IBM Enhanced Diagnostics Diskette or CD in Windows ..14 Using video features ..... . . 15 Video device drivers .
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2. First, remove power cords from outlet. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4. Remove all cables from devices. 5. Turn device ON. viii IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: 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 same module type made by the same manufacturer.
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The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
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IBM Safety Information document. For example, if a caution statement begins with a number 1, translations for that caution statement appear in the IBM Safety Information document under statement 1. Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this documentation before performing the instructions.
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You can obtain up-to-date information about the computer and other IBM computer products at http://www.ibm.com/intellistation/. The computer model and serial numbers for the M Pro Type 6218 are on labels on the bottom of the computer and on the lower-right side of the bezel.
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IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD This CD contains all of the IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218 documents in Portable Document Format (PDF). Depending on the computer model, additional documentation might be included on the IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD.
Notices and statements in this document The caution and danger statements that appear in this document are also in the multilingual Safety Information document, which is on the IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD. Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in the Safety Information document.
PCI Express x16, with 512 MB GDDR3 v One speed-controlled fan and one (512-bit Unified) and 128 MB GDDR3 power supply fan (128-bit direct burst) SDRAM video memory with dual DVI-I connectors IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
32. The controller supports Wake on LAN technology. Software ® The IBM IntelliStation M Pro computer comes with Microsoft Windows Professional or Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstation preinstalled and a variety of software, including application programs, diagnostic tools, and device drivers.
You can use this program to register the computer with IBM. When you register the computer with IBM, information is entered into a database, which enables IBM to contact you in case of a recall or other problems. Some IBM locations offer extended privileges and services to registered users.
The following software is available from the IBM Web site: v IBM Director Agent You can use IBM Director Agent to view detailed information about the hardware and software, set up alerts, monitor a variety of system resources, and manage your asset security.
Read-only memory (ROM) checksums v Upgradeable basic input/output system (BIOS) and POST code v Wake on LAN capability 1. Service availability will vary by country. Response time varies; may exclude holidays. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
1. Turn on all external devices, such as the monitor, before turning on the computer. 2. The power-on LED on the front of the computer is lit when the computer is on and while it is being turned on. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
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RAID Configuration Utility (some models) To start the Product Recovery Program in Red Hat Linux, watch the screen until the operating system selection menu is displayed and select IBM Preload Recovery & Diagnostics. To use these features, press the applicable function key or keys quickly. The messages appear for only a short time.
Device Drivers CD, you can obtain the latest device drivers at http://www.ibm.com/support/. Before installing any operating system, be sure to obtain the latest updates. Contact the operating-system manufacturer or, if applicable, check the manufacturer’s Web site to obtain the updates. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
To view the license agreement in Windows XP, complete the following steps: 1. From the Windows XP desktop, click Start → All Programs → Access IBM. 2. Click IBM License Agreement. For Red Hat Linux, when you start the computer, the License Agreement window opens.
Internal Floppy Support). The IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette is a self-starting diagnostics diskette that is used to test hardware components in the computer. You can create only an IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette from the Product Recovery program. You can create an IBM Enhanced Diagnostics diskette or CD from the World Wide Web.
The downloaded file is self-extracting and is copied to the diskette. When the copy is completed, store the diskette in a safe place. To download the latest CD image of the IBM Enhanced Diagnostics from the Web, and create a startable Enhanced Diagnostics CD, complete the following steps: 1.
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When an error is detected, the data on the hard disk can be backed up and the drive replaced. v Virus protection The computer has built-in virus protection that can be enabled through the IBM Configuration/Setup Utility program. Norton AntiVirus for IBM is available on the hard disk.
IBM Director Agent streamlines and automates personal computer (PC) systems-management and support tasks, such as asset deployment and tracking. These utilities are available for IBM computers at no additional charge, helping to reduce total cost of ownership of networked computers. IBM Director Agent is available at http://www.ibm.com/support/.
A network administrator can use the Remote Administration feature to remotely update the POST and BIOS code in the computer. Network-management software, such as Remote Deployment Manager, is required to take advantage of this feature. v Remote Deployment Manager Remote Deployment Manager is a graphical, server-based program that performs mass unattended installations of operating systems, software, device drivers, and BIOS updates to remote systems.
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You can press and hold the power-control button for more than 4 seconds to cause an immediate shutdown of the computer. You can use this feature to turn off the computer if the operating system stops functioning. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
ServeRAID Manager ™ ServeRAID Manager is available as a stand-alone program and as an IBM Director extension. If a ServeRAID controller is installed in the computer, use ServeRAID Manager to define and configure the disk-array subsystem before you install the operating system. For information about using this program, see “Using ServeRAID Manager”...
Configuration/Setup Utility program, some of those changes are reflected in the system information; you cannot change settings directly in the system information. This choice is on the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu only. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
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v Devices and I/O Ports Select this choice to view or change the assignments for devices and input/output (I/O) ports. Select this choice to enable or disable the mini-PCI SCSI and Ethernet controllers, and standard connectors (such as serial and parallel). Enable is the default setting for all controllers.
Allow for unattended boot with password, you can type either password at the password prompt that appears as you start the computer. However, if you want to change the settings in the Configuration/Setup Utility program, you must type the IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
administrator password to access the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu. If you type the power-on password, you have access to only the limited Configuration/Setup Utility menu. Keep a record of the password in a secure place. If you forget the power-on or administrator password, you can regain access to the computer through one of the following methods: v If you have forgotten the power-on password and an administrator password is...
2. For SAS and Ultra320 SCSI models, SATA HostRAID must be set to disabled. Use the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility programs and SCSISelect Utility (also referred as IBM ServeRAID-8e), to add RAID level-0 and level-1 functionality to the integrated SATA controller and the integrated SCSI controller. RAID level-0 is striping where the drives are seen as a single volume, and increases performances.
See the documentation on the IBM ServeRAID-8e (Adaptec HostRAID) Support CD for additional information about using the Array Configuration Utility program to create, configure, and manage arrays.
The SCSI RAID configuration utilities, device drivers, and information are available on the IBM ServeRAID-8e (Adaptec HostRAID) Support CD. If this CD does not come with the computer, you can download it from http://www.ibm.com/support/.
The SAS/SATA Configuration Utility is part of the BIOS code in the computer. For additional information about using the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility programs, see the documentation on the IBM ServeRAID-8e (Adaptec HostRAID) Support CD. If this CD does not come with the computer, you can download it from http://www.ibm.com/support/.
ServeRAID Manager in Startable CD mode. To run the ServeRAID Manager program in Startable-CD mode, turn on the computer; then, insert the IBM ServeRAID Support CD into the CD-ROM drive. If the ServeRAID Manager program detects an unconfigured controller and ready drives, the program automatically starts the Configuration wizard.
Using express configuration To use the express configuration, complete the following steps: 1. In the ServeRAID Manager tree, click the controller that you want to configure. 2. From the toolbar, click Create. 3. Click Express configuration. 4. Click Next. The “Configuration summary” window opens. 5.
SCSI ID of the device that you want to configure. – SCSI Device Configuration Select this choice to configure SCSI device parameters. You must know the SCSI ID of the device that you want to configure. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
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The sync transfer rate is the transfer rate for Ultra SCSI devices. For Ultra3 SCSI LVD devices, the maximum rate is 160 MBps; for Ultra2 SCSI LVD devices, 80 MBps; for Fast SCSI devices, 20 MBps; and for Ultra 320 devices, 320 MBps.
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This section provides instructions for installing and replacing hardware options in the computer. For a list of supported options for the computer, go to http://www.ibm.com/intellistation/; then, select your country and navigate to the list of options for the computer. Installation guidelines Before you install options, read the following information: v Read the safety information on page vii, and the guidelines in “Handling...
Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather. Heating reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity. This section provides instructions for installing and replacing hardware options in the computer. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
Major components of the computer The following illustration shows the major components in the M Pro Type 6218 computer. Cover Filler panel Hard disk EMC shield drive bracket CD or DVD drive System board Memory module Heat sink Bezel Air baffle Front adapter retention bracket Microprocessor...
System-board internal connectors and jumpers The following illustration shows the internal connectors, LEDs, and jumpers on the system board. Front panel switch/LEDs Microprocessor CD audio power Internal speaker Ethernet activity LED (front) Microprocessor IDE drive System error LED (front) SATA drive 3 Battery SATA drive 2 SATA drive 1...
System-board external connectors The following illustration shows the external input/output connectors on the system board. Audio in/out Serial 2 Parallel Serial 1 Keyboard/mouse USB (4) USB (2)/ Ethernet IEEE 1394 (FireWire) IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
Removing the side cover To remove the side cover of the computer, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 35. 2. Turn off the computer and all attached devices (see “Turning off the computer” on page 19);...
4. Press the bezel release button and pull the bottom of the bezel away from the chassis; then, lift the bezel to disengage the top tabs. Bezel release button 5. Carefully remove the bezel from the computer; then, set the bezel aside. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
Removing the internal drive-bay bracket Some models come with an optional internal drive-bay bracket. To remove the internal drive-bay bracket, complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and Installation guidelines on page 35. 2.
To remove the air baffle, complete the following steps: 1. Press in on the tabs on each side of the air baffle. 2. Lift the air baffle out of the computer and set it aside. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
The computer comes with integrated IEEE 1394 (FireWire) support. v For a list of supported options for the computer, go to http://www.ibm.com/intellistation/; then, select your country and navigate to the list of options for the computer. To install an adapter, complete the following steps:...
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Adapter guide Attention: Make sure that the adapter is correctly seated in the expansion slot before you turn on the computer. Incomplete installation of an adapter might damage the system or the adapter. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
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9. Carefully grasp the adapter by the top edge or upper corner and move the adapter directly from the static-protective package to the adapter slot. Align the adapter with the expansion slot guides; then, press the adapter firmly into the expansion slot.
3. Connect the SCSI-activity-indicator cable to the adapter and to the SCSI-LED connector on the system board. SCSI adapter connector SCSI adapter SCSI signal cable 4. Complete the installation of the optional SCSI adapter. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
Installing internal drives Depending on the computer model, one or more of the following drives might be installed in the computer: v Diskette (optional) v Hard disk v CD-RW, or DVD/CD-RW combo Bay 1 Bay 2 Bay 3 Bay 4 Bay 5 The following notes describe the types of drives that the computer supports and other information that you must consider when installing drives:...
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PCI adapter slot cover in the event you later remove the drive or adapter. v For a complete list of supported options for the computer, go to http://www.ibm.com/intellistation/; then, select your country and navigate to the list of options for the computer.
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6. Use a screwdriver to pry the filler panel and EMC shield away from the computer. EMC shield Filler panel Drive retainer clip Note: If you are installing a drive that contains a laser, observe the following safety precaution. Statement 3: CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following:...
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Pull outward (to the left), on the drive retainer clip release tab, to release the drive retainer clip and lift it off the bezel. Drive retainer clip Drive retainer clip release tab IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
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10. Install the blue drive retainer clip into the screw holes on the side of the drive (with the blue side of the clip facing outward). Drive retainer clip 11. Slide the drive into the front of the bay until it snaps in place. 12.
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Slide the drive retainer clip to disengage it from the drive cage; then, snap the drive retainer clip into the screw holes on the side of the drive. 9. Slide the drive into the front of the bay until it snaps in place. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
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Drive retainer clip 10. Route the signal cable so that it does not block the airflow to the rear of the drives or over the microprocessor. 11. Connect the power cable to the back of the drive. The connectors are keyed and can be inserted only one way.
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Appareil A Laser de Classe 1 7. Touch the static-protective package that contains the drive to any unpainted metal surface on the computer; then, remove the drive from the package and place it on a static-protective surface. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
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8. Install the hard disk drive into the drive bay with the screws that come with the drive. 9. Slide the drive into the drive bay until it snaps in place. 10. Route the signal cable so that it does not block the airflow to the rear of the drives or over the microprocessor.
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4, use the captured thumbscrew that you received earlier, to attach the drive to the chassis. Note: If you are installing the drive in bay 2, attach a 5.25-in. conversion kit to the 3.5-in. drive. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
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10. Determine whether the drive is a SATA, SCSI, or SAS device; then, connect one end of the applicable signal cable into the back of the drive and make sure that the other end of this cable is connected into the applicable SATA, SCSI, or SAS connector.
If you have only one IDE device on a cable, it must be set as a primary device. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
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v If two IDE devices are used on a single cable, one must be designated as the primary device and the other as the secondary device; otherwise, the computer might not recognize some of the IDE devices. The primary and secondary designation is determined by switch or jumper settings on each IDE device.
These DIMMs must be compatible with the latest PC2-4200 SDRAM, unbuffered DIMM specification. For a list of supported options for the computer, go to http://www.ibm.com/intellistation/; then, select your country and navigate to the list of options for the computer. v The amount of usable memory will be reduced depending on the system configuration.
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8. Gently open the retaining clips and, if necessary, remove any existing DIMM. Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM connectors, open and close the clips gently 9. Touch the static-protective package that contains the DIMM to any unpainted metal surface on the computer.
2. Press the air baffle down until it snaps in place over the front fan unit. When the air baffle is correctly seated, the right edge of the air baffle rests on the left edge of the heat sink. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
Replacing the internal drive-bay bracket To install the internal drive-bay bracket, complete the following steps: 1. Place the top edge of the drive-bay bracket into place on the chassis. Rotate the drive-bay bracket downward until it engages in the chassis. 2.
1. Insert the two tabs on the top back of the bezel into the matching holes on the computer chassis above bay 1. 2. Push the bottom of the bezel toward the computer until the two tabs at the bottom of the bezel snap into place. Bezel release button IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
Replacing the side cover To replace the side cover, complete the following steps: 1. Make sure that all cables, adapters, and other components are installed and seated correctly and that you have removed all work tools or parts from inside the computer.
The following sections describe these connectors. Audio connectors Use the audio connectors to connect external audio equipment to the computer. The following illustration shows the audio connectors. Line in Line out (blue) (green) (pink) IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
Line in There is one line-in connector on the rear of the computer. The computer receives audio signals through this connector from an external audio device. Line out There are two line-out connectors, one on the front and one on the rear of the computer.
ECP and EPP modes. When the parallel connector is configured as bidirectional, use an IEEE 1284-compliant cable that does not exceed 3 meters (9.8 ft). Use the Devices and I/O Ports options in the IBM Configuration/Setup Utility program to configure the parallel connector as bidirectional.
If you plan to attach external SCSI devices, you can order an optional SCSI adapter and external cable. To select and order the correct cables for use with external devices, contact your IBM marketing representative or authorized reseller. To receive an indication of SCSI hard-disk drive activity, you must also connect the SCSI adapter to the SCSI LED connector on the system board.
Use the video connector to connect a monitor or other display device. The following illustrations show examples of different video connectors. Analog video connector Digital (DVI-I) video connector Dual monitor system-59 (DMS-59) video connector IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
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Some models come with a digital video interface (DVI) connector for connecting a digital monitor. If you have problems viewing information with a second monitor, see “Changing monitor settings” on page 16. Models with the ATI FireGL V3100, ATI FireGL V7100, NVidia Quadro FX 1400, or 3DLabs Wildcat Realizm 800 video adapter come with a DVI-I to VGA style analog converter for each DVI-I connector.
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Models with the NVIDIA Quadro NVS 280 video adapter come with a dual monitor system-59 (DMS-59) to dual-analog monitor pigtail cable. If you want to set up two digital monitors, you must purchase a separate dual-digital monitor cable. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from IBM to assist you. This appendix contains information about where to go for additional...
Getting help and information from the World Wide Web On the World Wide Web, the IBM Web site has up-to-date information about IBM Eserver and IntelliStation systems, optional devices, services, and support. The address for IBM xSeries and BladeCenter information is http://www.ibm.com/eserver/xseries/.
Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this IBM product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk. IBM may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.
Other company, product, or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. Important notes Processor speeds indicate the internal clock speed of the microprocessor; other factors also affect application performance. IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
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. Some software may differ from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality.
In the United States, IBM has established a return process for reuse, recycling, or proper disposal of used IBM sealed lead acid, nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride, and battery packs from IBM equipment. For information on proper disposal of these batteries, contact IBM at 1-800-426-4333.
Consult an IBM authorized dealer or service representative for help. Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Proper cables and connectors are available from IBM authorized dealers. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.
Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement Power cords For your safety, IBM provides a power cord with a grounded attachment plug to use with this IBM product. To avoid electrical shock, always use the power cord and plug with a properly grounded outlet.
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IBM power cord part number Used in these countries and regions 13F9979 Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Democratic Republic of), Congo (Republic of), Cote D’lvoire...
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Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guam, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Micronesia (Federal States of), Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Taiwan, United States of America, Venezuela IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
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49 notes, important 78 heat output 4 notices book 3 electronic emission 81 FCC, Class B 81 IBM Configuration/Setup Utility program menu choices 22 starting 22 using 22 IBM IntelliStation M Pro Type 6218: User’s Guide...
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Remote Deployment Manager 19 option connectors 38 removable media drives, installing 49 system management removing capabilities 5 bezel 42 IBM Director Agent 18 side cover 41 Remote Deployment Manager 19 replacing Wake on LAN 18, 19 the cover 67 system offerings 5...
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Part Number: 31R1997 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 31R1997...