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Related Publications . . xv Trademarks . . xvi Chapter 1. Reference Information . System Unit Locations . Model 6E1 Model 6C1 Power Supply Locations . Fan Locations System Board Locations . Memory DIMMs Location . Power Backplane . . 10 Operator Panel .
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Error Codes E0A0, E0B0, E0C0, E0E0, E0E1 and 40A00000 Recovery Procedure 177 Bus SRN to FRU Reference Table . . 178 Typical Boot Sequence for Eserver pSeries 610 Model 6C1 and Model 6E1 Chapter 6. Loading the System Diagnostics . . 181 Performing Slow Boot .
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Call-Out Policy Setup Menu . . 204 Customer Account Setup Menu . . 205 Call-Out Test . . 205 System Power-On Methods . . 206 Service Processor Call-In Security . . 207 Service Processor Reboot/Restart Recovery . 207 Boot (IPL) Speed .
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Chapter 9. Removal and Replacement Procedures . 253 Handling Static-Sensitive Devices . . 254 Stopping the System . 254 Placing the Model 6C1 in the Service Position . . 255 Front Door (Model 6E1) . 256 Removal . 256 Replacement .
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Configuration File Selection . . 326 Examples for Using the Generic Sample Modem Configuration Files . 327 Customizing the Modem Configuration Files . . 328 IBM 7852-400 DIP Switch Settings . . 329 Xon/Xoff Modems . 329 Ring Detection . 330 Terminal Emulators .
Safety Notices A danger notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causing death or serious personal injury. Danger notices appear on the following pages: v 53 v 54 v 253 v 282 A caution notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causing moderate or minor personal injury.
Electrical Safety Observe the following safety instructions any time you are connecting or disconnecting devices attached to the workstation. DANGER To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect all power cables from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. CAUTION: This product is equipped with a three-wire power cable and plug for the user’s safety.
CAUTION: All IBM laser modules are designed so that there is never any human access to laser radiation above a class 1 level during normal operation, user maintenance, or prescribed service conditions. Data processing environments can contain equipment transmitting on system links with laser modules that operate at greater than class 1 power levels.
About This Book This book provides maintenance information that is specific to the Eserver pSeries 610 Model 6C1 and Model 6E1 as well as adapters and attached devices that do not have their own service information. It also contains Maintenance Analysis Procedures (MAPs) that are not common to other systems.
Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both: v AIX v IBM v PowerPC v pSeries v e (logo) Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.
Chapter 1. Reference Information System Unit Locations Model 6E1 Front View Diskette drive Hot-swap disk drives (optional on some systems) Cover release lever CD-ROM drive Media bay Operator panel...
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Rear View PCI slots PCI slots 1-2 (64-Bit/3.3V) PCI slot 3 (64-Bit/5V) PCI slots 4-5 (32-Bit/5V) Parallel connector SCSI connector Attention LED Rack indicator connector Power LED Ethernet connector 2 Serial connector 1 Ethernet connector 1 Serial connector 3 Serial connector 2 Mouse connector Keyboard connector Service Guide...
Model 6C1 Front View Diskette drive Hot-swap disk drives (optional on some systems) Serial connector 1 (front) Cover release lever Operator panel Media bay CD-ROM drive Chapter 1. Reference Information...
Power Supply Locations Model 6E1 Power supply 1 Power supply 2 Filler panel or power supply 3 Power supply 2 power connector Power supply 1 power connector DC power light AC power light Chapter 1. Reference Information...
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Model 6C1 Power supply 1 Power supply 2 Filler panel or power supply 3 Power supply 2 power connector Power supply 1 power connector DC power light AC power light Service Guide...
System Board Locations Rear serial port (#1) connector Rear power and attention LED connector Processor power connector Processor #2 card connector Processor #1 card connector Power connector Power connector Power connector Power connector Light path card connector Processor fans Blowers Diskette connector Memory card connector Front serial port connector...
Memory DIMMs Location Note: Memory DIMMs must be installed and removed in pairs and in the correct slots. (Slots J1 and J2, J3 and J4, J5 and J6, and so on.) Slot J15 Slot J16 Slot J13 Slot J14 Slot J12 Slot J11 Slot J10 Slot J9...
SCSI IDs and Bay Locations Index Bay Location Drive Name SCSI ID Disk Drive (behind operator SCSI ID 0 panel Media SCSI ID 1 IDE CD-ROM IDE (Non-SCSI) SCSI Device SCSI ID 2 Disk Drive SCSI ID 10 Disk Drive SCSI ID 11 Disk Drive SCSI ID 12...
System Logic Flow Diagram 32-Bytes 32-Bytes Power3-II Power3-II Cache Cache Processor Card Processor Card 6XX Address CPU Data Bus 16-bytes Memory Data Bus 16-bytes Addr/Cntl System Clock Data Memory Address System Board CPU-MX Bus Arbiter 66MHz Memory Modules (Misc Logic) SP CPU Boot SP Flash...
Location Codes This system unit uses physical location codes in conjunction with AIX location codes to provide mapping of the failing field replaceable units. The location codes are produced by the system unit’s firmware and AIX. Physical Location Codes Physical location codes provide a mapping of logical functions in a platform (or expansion sites for logical functions, such as connectors or ports) to their specific locations within the physical structure of the platform.
For PCI adapters where x is equal to or greater than 1. The x and y are characters in the range of 0-9, A-H, J-N, P-Z (O, I, and lower case are omitted) and are equal to the parent bus’s ’ibm, aix-location’ open firmware property. The possible values for CD depend on the adapter/card:...
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v For pluggable PCI adapters/cards, CD is the device’s devfunc number (PCI device number times 8, plus the function number). The C and D are characters in the range of 0-9, and A-F (hex numbers). Location codes therefore uniquely identify multiple adapters on individual PCI cards.
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v Second memory card in planar P1: P1-M2 v Memory DIMM 12 on second memory card plugged into planar P1: P1-M2.12 Examples of AIX location codes displayed are as follows: v Integrated PCI adapter: 10-80 Ethernet 10-60 Integrated SCSI Port 1 (internal) 10-88 Integrated SCSI Port 2 (external) v Pluggable PCI adapters:...
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Physical Location Component Name AIX Location Code Code Logical Identification Card in PCI Slot 5 10-78 to 10-7F or P1-I5 1F-xx SCSI Devices SCSI Backplane SCSI Repeater Backplane SCSI Device in bay 10-60-00-0,0 P1/Z1–A0 Internal SCSI Bus ID 0 SCSI Device in bay 10-60-00-1,0 P1/Z1-A1 Internal SCSI Bus ID 1...
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Physical Location Component Name AIX Location Code Code Logical Identification Battery Battery P1-V2 System VPD module System VPD module L1-N1 Notes: 1. The physical location code for the PCI slots, when empty, uses the P1/Ix notation, where the ’/’ identifies an integrated device (in this case the empty slot). A PCI device plugged into the slot uses the P1-Ix notation, where the ’-’...
System Cables Power Operator Panel DASD SCSI Power Power Backplane Diskette Signal Power CD-ROM Power Tape SCSI Power Processor Slot SCSI Backplane Processor Slot SCSI Rear Serial Light System Board Port #1 Path LEDs Blower Rear LEDs Blower RJ45 Serial Service Guide...
Specifications Dimensions Rack (Model 6C1) Tower (Model 6E1) Height 215 mm 8.5 in. 426 mm (16.8 in.) 5 EIA Units Width 426 mm 16.8 in. 215 mm (8.5 in.) Depth 617 mm 24 in. 617 mm (24 in.) Weight Minimum configuration 35.5 kg 78 lbs.
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1. Inrush currents occur only at initial application of power, no inrush occurs during normal power off-on cycle. 2. The upper limit of the dry bulb temperature must be derated 1 degree C per 137 m (450 ft.) above 915 m (3000 ft.). 3.
Power Cables To avoid electrical shock, a power cable with a grounded attachment plug is provided. Use only properly grounded outlets. Power cables used in the United States and Canada are listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) and certified by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA). These power cords consist of the following: v Electrical cables, Type SVT or SJT.
Service Inspection Guide Perform a service inspection on the system when: v The system is inspected for a maintenance agreement. v Service is requested and service has not recently been performed. v An alterations and attachments review is performed. v Changes have been made to the equipment that may affect the safe operation of the equipment.
Chapter 2. Diagnostic Overview The system uses an integrated set of software diagnostic procedures to facilitate isolation of failing components and system maintenance. This book, along with the RS/6000 Eserver pSeries Diagnostic Information for Multiple Bus Systems , is the basis of the diagnostic procedures for the system.
The Minimum Configuration MAP is used to locate defective components not found by normal diagnostics or error-isolation methods. This MAP provides a systematic method of isolation to the failing item or items. Attention LED and Lightpath LEDs The Attention and Lightpath LEDs provide a means to identify failing components in your server.
The following illustration shows the LEDs on the indicator panel, located inside the server. Memory System Board Power Board Component LEDs In addition to the indicator panel or display, individual LEDs are located on or near the failing components. The LEDs are either on the component itself or on the carrier of the component (memory card, fan, memory module, CPU).
Checkpoints The system uses various types of checkpoints, error codes, and SRNs, which are referred to throughout this book (primarily in Chapter 4, “Checkpoints”, on page 85, Chapter 5, “Error Code to FRU Index”, on page 115, Chapter 6, “Loading the System Diagnostics”, on page 181, and Chapter 10, “Parts Information”, on page 303).
The manual Electronic Service Agent for the RS/6000 User’s Guide . If the manual is not included, it can be downloaded from the following Web site: ftp://ftp.software.ibm.com/aix/. Using the Service Processor and Electronic Service Agent Features The service processor and Electronic Service Agent features protect users against unnecessary system downtime by advising support personnel (both internal and external) of any unexpected changes in the system environment.
operating system to be operational to perform its tasks. If any system failures are detected, the service processor can take predetermined corrective actions. The methods of corrective actions are: v Surveillance v Call home v AIX operating system monitoring Surveillance is a function in which the service processor monitors the system through heartbeat communication with the system firmware.
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Ethernet. Once alerted to the system failure, the control workstation initiates actions to prepare and send the service request. A modem is required for enabling automated problem reporting to the IBM service center. Configuration files for several types of modems are included as part of the Electronic Service Agent package.
Chapter 3. Maintenance Analysis Procedures (MAPs) This chapter contains Maintenance Analysis Procedures (MAPs) for the system. Notes: 1. If you replace a FRU, go to ″MAP 0410: Repair Checkout″ in the RS/6000 Eserver pSeries Diagnostic Information for Multiple Bus Systems to verify correct system operation.
Quick Entry MAP Use the following table to determine your starting point. Quick Entry MAP Table of Contents Problem Description Page No. Service Actions System Stops With an 8-Digit Number Displayed System Stops With a 4-Digit Number Displayed OK Does Not Appear in the Operator Panel Display Before Pressing the Power On Button System Stops or Hangs With Alternating Numbers Displayed in the Operator Display Panel.
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Symptom Action Service Actions You have parts to exchange or a 1. Go to Chapter 9, “Removal and Replacement Procedures” corrective action to perform. , on page 253. 2. Go to ″MAP 0410: Repair Checkout″ in the RS/6000 Eserver pSeries Diagnostic Information for Multiple Bus Systems .
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Symptom Action A bouncing or scrolling ball If an ASCII terminal IS available, connect it to the system remains on the operator panel through serial port 1. display, or the operator panel 1. If the service processor menu is displayed: display is filled with dashes or a.
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Symptom Action Go to ″MAP 1520: Power″, “Step 1520-2” on page 55. The power LEDs on the operator panel and power supplies do not start blinking within 30 seconds of ac power application and the operator panel display is blank. Go to ″MAP 1520: Power″, “Step 1520-3”...
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Symptom Action Go to ″MAP 1520: Power″, “Step 1520-3” on page 55 The power LED on the operator panel is on solid, the power LED on the power supply is blinking and OK, STBY or DIAG STBY is displayed on the operator panel display.
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Symptom Action You have STBY displayed. The service processor is ready. The operating system has been terminated; the system is still powered on. This usually indicates an operating system crash. The service processor menus are available. Look for error codes related to the operating system crash in the service processor error log.
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Symptom Action No codes are displayed on the Reseat the operator panel cable. If the problem is not operator panel within a few resolved, replace these parts in the following order: seconds of turning on the 1. Operator panel assembly. system.
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Symptom Action Go to the ″Fast Path MAP″ in the RS/6000 Eserver pSeries You have an SRN. Diagnostic Information for Multiple Bus Systems . See the RS/6000 Eserver pSeries Adapters, Devices, and You suspect a cable problem. Cable Information for Multiple Bus Systems . Go to ″MAP 0020: Problem Determination Procedure″...
MAP 1020: Problem Determination Purpose of This MAP Use this MAP to get an error code if you were not provided one by the customer or you are unable to load diagnostics. If you are able to load the diagnostics, go to MAP 0020 in the RS/6000 Eserver pSeries Diagnostic Information for Multiple Bus Systems .
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Step 1020-1 The following steps analyze a failure to load the diagnostic programs. Note: Before doing the following procedure be aware that: v You are asked questions regarding the operator panel display. v You are also asked to perform certain actions based on displayed POST indicators.
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Symptom Action The system stopped and a POST indicator is If the POST indicator represents: displayed on the system console and an 8-digit v Memory, record error code M0MEM002. error code is not displayed. v Keyboard, record error code M0KBD000. v SCSI, record error code M0CON000.
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Step 1020-2 There is a problem with the keyboard. Find the type of keyboard you are using in the following table. Then follow the instructions given in the Action column. Keyboard Type Action Type 101 keyboard (U.S.). Identify by the size of Record error code M0KBD001;...
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Step 1020-4 1. Turn off, then turn on the system unit. 2. When the keyboard indicator appears, press the F1 key on a directly attached keyboard or the 1 key on an ASCII terminal. 3. When the System Management Services menu appears, check the error log for any errors.
MAP 1240: Memory Problem Resolution Note: The firmware checkpoint that sent you here could be one of the following: E122, E213, E214, E218, E220 or E3xx. You may also have been sent here by an 8-digit error code. Purpose of This MAP This MAP is used to troubleshoot a problem during the memory test when the system stops at a memory checkpoint and/or a error code is displayed on the operator panel.
General Memory Information Be sure to unplug the power cables before removing or installing the memory DIMMs to avoid damage to them. Memory DIMMs must be installed in matched (size and speed) pairs. Refer to “Memory Card and Memory DIMMs” on page 266 for labeling of the memory card and instructions on DIMM removal and installation.
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Step 1240-2 1. Turn off the power. 2. Install a pair of memory DIMMs. 3. Turn on the power. Does the system stop with a memory checkpoint or error code displayed on the operator panel? Repeat this step until all the memory DIMMs are installed and tested. If all the memory DIMMs have been installed, reseating the memory DIMMs on the memory card has corrected the problem.
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Step 1240-4 One of the FRUs remaining in the system unit is defective. 1. Turn off the power. 2. Replace the following FRUs (one at a time) in the order listed. v Memory card v System board v Processor card, processor #1, then processor #2 3.
MAP, an SRN in the RS/6000 Eserver pSeries Diagnostic Information for Multiple Bus Systems , or an error code. 2. The Eserver pSeries 610 Model 6C1 and Model 6E1 can accommodate three power supplies installed with separate power receptacles on the rear of the system.
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DANGER To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect all power cables from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. Step 1520-1 Check the power supply ac LEDs, the green LED on the rear of the system unit and the power LED on the operator panel. Note: If the condition exists that three power supplies are present, but only two are working, you can verify this situation through the service processor and a warning-level EPOW.
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Step 1520-2 1. Turn off the power. 2. Unplug the power cables from the power outlet. 3. Unplug the power cables from the system. 4. Check that the power cables have continuity. 5. Check that the power outlet has been wired correctly with the correct voltage. Did you find a problem? Go to “Step 1520-3”.
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Step 1520-5 One of the cables you unplugged from the power backplane may be defective. 1. Unplug the power cables from the system. 2. Reconnect one of the cables to the power backplane. 3. Connect the power cables to the system. Do the ac LEDs on the power supplies come on within 30 seconds after applying ac power? Replace the last cable that you connected to the power backplane.
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Step 1520-7 1. Unplug the power cables from the system. 2. Exchange the operator panel electronics assembly. 3. Plug the power cables into the system and wait for OK, STBY or DIAG STBY on the operator panel display. 4. Turn on the power. Does the power LED on the operator panel come on and stay on? Reinstall the original operator panel electronics assembly.
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Step 1520-9 Note: Either the processor card, system board, or the power supplies may be defective. To test each FRU, exchange the FRUs that have not already been exchanged in the following order: v Power supply 1. v Power supply 2. v Power supply 3 (if installed).
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Step 1520-10 One of the parts that was removed or unplugged is causing the problem. Install or connect the parts in the following order: 1. Second processor card (if removed). 2. Memory card. 3. PCI adapters, lowest slot to highest slot. 4.
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Step 1520-12 Shut down the system and remove all power cables from the rear of the system. Exchange the following FRUs in the order listed: 1. Power supply. 2. Power cables to system board. 3. System board. 4. Power backplane. Restart the system and perform error log analysis.
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The power supplies are symmetrical, so replacement starts with power supply 1 (the unit closest to the bottom in a Model 6C1 or to the top left in a Model 6E1). Refer to “Power Supply” on page 282 for instructions on replacing a power supply.
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Step 1520-15 The problem lies within the system hardware or with the line voltage/wiring. Shut down the system and remove the power cable from the system. Exchange the following FRUs in order: 1. Power cables to system board. 2. System board. 3.
MAP 1540: Minimum Configuration Notes: 1. Be sure to unplug the power cords before removing or installing processor card(s), the memory card, or the system board to avoid damage to it. 2. This MAP assumes that a CD-ROM drive is installed and connected to the integrated SCSI or IDE adapter, and a diagnostic CD-ROM is available.
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Purpose of this MAP This MAP is used to locate defective FRUs not found by normal diagnostics. For this procedure, diagnostics are run on a minimally configured system. If a failure is detected on the minimally configured system, the remaining FRUs are exchanged one at a time until the failing FRU is identified.
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4. Disconnect all external cables (parallel, serial port 1, serial port 2, serial port 3, keyboard, mouse, Ethernet, SCSI, and so on). 5. Remove the service access cover (Model 6E1) or place the drawer (Model 6C1) into the service position and remove the service access cover.
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Step 1540-3 One of the FRUs remaining in the system unit is defective. Note: If a memory module is exchanged, ensure that the new DIMM is the same size and speed as the original DIMM. 1. Turn off the power, remove the power cords, and exchange the following FRUs in the order listed: a.
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Step 1540-4 No failure was detected with this configuration. 1. Turn off the power and remove the power cords. 2. Reinstall the second processor card. 3. Plug in the power cords and wait for the OK on the operator panel display. 4.
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Step 1540-6 The failure may be caused by the last pair of memory DIMMs installed or the memory card. To isolate the failing FRU, do the following: 1. Turn off the power and remove the power cords. 2. Exchange the last memory DIMM pair installed. 3.
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Step 1540-8 One of the FRUs remaining in the system unit is defective. 1. Turn off the power and remove the power cords. 2. Exchange the following FRUs in the order listed. a. Memory card b. System board (see notes on page 35) c.
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Step 1540-9 1. Turn off the power. 2. Reconnect the system console. Notes: a. If an ASCII terminal has been defined as the firmware console, attach the ASCII terminal cable to the S1 connector on the rear of the system unit. b.
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Step 1540-10 1. Make sure the diagnostic CD-ROM is inserted into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Turn off the power and remove the power cords. 3. Plug the IDE cable into the IDE connector on the system board. 4. Plug in the power cords and wait for the OK on the operator panel display. 5.
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Step 1540-11 The system is working correctly with this configuration. One of the SCSI devices that you disconnected may be defective. 1. Make sure the diagnostic CD-ROM is inserted into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Turn off the power and remove the power cords. 3.
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Step 1540-12 The system is working correctly with this configuration. The backplane may be defective. 1. Make sure the diagnostic CD-ROM is inserted into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Turn off the power and remove the power cords. 3. Connect the signal and power connectors to the backplane. 4.
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Step 1540-13 The system is working correctly with this configuration. One of the disk drives that you removed is removed from the disk drive cage may be defective. 1. Make sure the diagnostic CD-ROM is inserted into the CD-ROM drive. 2.
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Step 1540-14 The system is working correctly with this configuration. The diskette drive may be defective. 1. Make sure the diagnostic CD-ROM is inserted into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Turn off the power and remove the power cords. 3. Plug the diskette drive cable into the diskette drive connector on the system board. 4.
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Step 1540-15 The system is working correctly with this configuration. One of the devices that you disconnected from the system board may be defective. 1. Turn off the power and remove the power cords. 2. Attach a system board device (parallel, serial port 1, serial port 2, serial port 3, keyboard, mouse, Ethernet, SCSI, keyboard or mouse) that had been removed.
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Step 1540-16 The system is working correctly with this configuration. One of the FRUs (adapters) that you removed may be defective. 1. Turn off the power and remove the power cords. 2. Install a FRU (adapter) and connect any cables and devices that were attached to the FRU.
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Step 1540-17 The last FRU installed or one of its attached devices is probably defective. 1. Make sure the diagnostic CD-ROM is inserted into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Turn off the power and remove the power cords. 3. Starting with the last installed adapter, disconnect one attached device and cable. 4.
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Step 1540-18 1. Follow the instructions on the screen to select the system console. 2. When the DIAGNOSTIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS screen is displayed, press Enter. 3. Select Advanced Diagnostics Routines. 4. If the terminal type has not been defined, you must use the Initialize Terminal option on the FUNCTION SELECTION menu to initialize the AIX diagnostic environment before you can continue with the diagnostics.
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Step 1540-20 Does the system have adapters or devices that require supplemental media? Go to “Step 1540-21”. Go to “Step 1540-22”. Step 1540-21 Consult the PCI adapter configuration documentation for your operating system to verify that all installed adapters are configured. Go to ″MAP 0410: Repair Checkout″...
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6 on page 63 and then return here and continue. 4. Exit the service processor menus and remove the power cords. 5. Remove the service access cover (Model 6E1) or place the drawer (Model 6C1) into the service position and remove the service access cover.
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Step 1540-25 One of the FRUs remaining in the system unit is defective. Do the following: 1. Turn off the power. 2. Remove the power cords. 3. Replace the system board (see notes on page 35). 4. Plug in the power cable and wait for OK on the operator panel display. 5.
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Step 1540-27 The last FRU installed or one of its attached devices is probably defective. 1. Turn off the power. 2. Remove the power cords. 3. Starting with the last installed adapter, disconnect one attached device and cable. 4. Plug in the power cords and wait for OK on the operator panel display. 5.
Chapter 4. Checkpoints Checkpoints let users and service personnel know what the server is doing, with some detail, while it initializes. These checkpoints are not intended to be error indicators, but in some cases, a server could hang at one of the checkpoints without displaying an 8-character error code.
Service Processor Checkpoints Service processor checkpoints are in the range E010 to E0FF. The message OK indicates successful service processor testing and initialization. Firmware checkpoints are listed in “Firmware Checkpoints” on page 92. If you replace FRUs or perform an action, and the problem is still unresolved, go to “MAP 1540: Minimum Configuration”...
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Table 1. Service Processor Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E023 Accessing memory card VPD Replace the memory card Location: P1-M1 E025 Service processor accessing VPD. Replace the system board. Location: P1 (See note 3 on page 115.) E026 Service processor accessing VPD.
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Table 1. Service Processor Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E051 Reading processor card VPD If one processor is installed: v Replace processor card 1 Location P1-C1 v Replace the system board. Location: P1 (See note 3 on page 115.) If two processor cards are installed: 1.
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Table 1. Service Processor Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E070 Configuring modem 1. Try another modem configuration from the service processor menus. 2. Check the cabling between the modem and the system unit. 3. Replace the modem. 4.
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Table 1. Service Processor Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E080 Entering service processor recovery 1. Do the following flash recovery flash update process. procedure: a. Insert a newly formatted DOS diskette loaded with service processor firmware into the diskette drive.
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Table 1. Service Processor Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E0C0 Starting X5 BIST See “Error Codes E0A0, E0B0, E0C0, E0E0, E0E1 and 40A00000 Recovery Procedure” on page 177. E0D0 Creating JTAG scanlog (This procedure Call support could take several minutes.) E0E0 Pulling processor card out of the reset See “Error Codes E0A0, E0B0, E0C0,...
Firmware Checkpoints Firmware uses progress codes (checkpoints) in the range of E1xx to EFFF. These checkpoints occur during system startup and can be useful in diagnosing certain problems. Service processor checkpoints are listed in “Service Processor Checkpoints” on page 86. If you replace FRUs or perform an action, and the problem is still unresolved, go to “MAP 1540: Minimum Configuration”...
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E111 Good CRC - jump to composite image See “Unresolved Checkpoint Problems” on page 85. E112 Bad CRC - initialize base memory, stack See “Unresolved Checkpoint Problems” on page 85. E113 Bad CRC - copy uncompressed See “Unresolved Checkpoint Problems”...
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E126 Check valid image - start See “Unresolved Checkpoint Problems” on page 85. E127 Check valid image - successful See “Unresolved Checkpoint Problems” on page 85. E128 Disable interrupts, set initial vectors for See “Unresolved Checkpoint Problems”...
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E140 Loading boot image See “Unresolved Checkpoint Problems” on page 85. E149 Create boot manager node See “Unresolved Checkpoint Problems” on page 85. E14C Create terminal-emulator node See “Unresolved Checkpoint Problems” on page 85.
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E153 End adapter FCODE probe/evaluation 1. If a location code is associated with the checkpoint: v Replace the FRU identified by the location code v Replace, one at a time, the other PCI adapter cards on the same PCI bus.
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E156 Create PCI Ethernet node 1. If a location code is associated with the checkpoint: v Replace the FRU identified by the location code v Replace, one at a time, the other PCI adapter cards on the same PCI bus.
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E160 CPU node VPD creation Go to MAP 1540: Minimum Configuration, “Step 1540-24” on page 81. E161 Root node VPD creation Go to MAP 1540: Minimum Configuration, “Step 1540-24” on page 81.
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E172 First pass PCI device probe 1. If a location code is associated with the checkpoint: v Replace the FRU identified by the location code v Replace, one at a time, the other PCI adapter cards on the same PCI bus.
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E177 Transfer failure due to TFTP error Refer to “Boot Problems/Concerns” on condition page 110 for general considerations. 1. Turn off, then on, and retry the boot operation. 2. Verify boot list by using the firmware SMS Multiboot menus.
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E19F Create EEPROM node. Go to MAP 1540: Minimum Configuration, “Step 1540-24” on page 81. E1AD Alternating pattern of E1AD and E1DE Go to MAP 1540: Minimum is used to indicate a default catch Configuration, “Step 1540-24”...
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E1D0 Create PCI SCSI node. 1. If a location code is associated with the checkpoint: v Replace the FRU identified by the location code v Replace, one at a time, the other PCI adapter cards on the same PCI bus.
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E1DB Create a (floppy) diskette controller Go to MAP 1540: Minimum (FDC) node. Configuration, “Step 1540-24” on page 81. E1DC Dynamic console selection. If a console is attached but nothing is displayed on it, follow the steps associated with ″All display problems″...
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E1E1 Flash update complete See “Unresolved Checkpoint Problems” on page 85. E1E2 Initialize system I/O Go to MAP 1540: Minimum Configuration, “Step 1540-24” on page 81. E1E3 PReP boot image initialization. See “Unresolved Checkpoint Problems”...
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E1EB Verify flash EPROM recovery image. 1. Ensure that the diskette installed contains recovery image appropriate for this system unit. Refer to “Checking the Current Firmware Levels” on page 349. 2.
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E1F7 No boot image located. Use the System Management Services menus to modify the boot sequence (also known as boot list ) to include devices that are known to contain a copy of the operating system.
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E20B Check MCERs stuck at fault. Go to MAP 1540: Minimum Configuration, “Step 1540-24” on page 81. E20C Testing L2 cache. 1. Replace the processor card. Location: P1-C1 Location: P1-C2 (See notes on page 115.) 2.
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E243 Setup configuration registers. Go to MAP 1540: Minimum Configuration, “Step 1540-24” on page 81. E244 Enable system speaker and send a Go to MAP 1540: Minimum beep. Configuration, “Step 1540-24” on page 81.
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Table 2. Firmware Checkpoints. (continued) Checkpoint Description Action/ Possible Failing FRU E443 Generate NVRAM configuration variable Suspect a system firmware problem if dictionary words. this problem persists. Verify that the system firmware is at the current release level, update as necessary. See “Unresolved Checkpoint Problems”...
Boot Problems/Concerns Depending on the boot device, a checkpoint may be displayed on the operator panel for an extended period of time while the boot image is retrieved from the device. This is particularly true for tape and network boot attempts. If booting from CD-ROM or tape, watch for activity on the drive’s LED indicator.
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5. Turn the power off, then on and retry the boot operation. Chapter 4. Checkpoints...
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Step 3 Try to boot and run standalone diagnostics against the system, particularly against the intended boot device. If an SRN is generated, go to the RS/6000 Eserver pSeries Diagnostic Information for Multiple Bus Systems manual. If diagnostics boot successfully and ″No Trouble Found″ was the result when diagnostics were run against the intended boot device, go to substep 4.
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2. Check device configuration jumpers. If no problem is found with the cabling or the jumpers, continue to “Step 4” on page 114. Chapter 4. Checkpoints...
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Step 4 It is possible that another installed adapter is causing the problem. Do the following: 1. Remove all installed adapters except the one the CD-ROM drive is attached to and the one used for the console. 2. Try to boot the standalone diagnostics again. 3.
Chapter 5. Error Code to FRU Index The Error Code to FRU Index lists error symptoms and possible causes. The most likely cause is listed first. Use this index to help you decide which FRUs to replace when you are servicing the system. If you replace FRUs or perform an action and the problem is still not corrected, go to “MAP 1540: Minimum Configuration”...
assembly should be replaced, swap the VPD from the old operator panel to the new one. If the existing VPD module must be replaced, call technical support for recovery instructions. If recovery is not possible, notify the system owner that new keys for licensed programs may be required.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 20D0000F Self-test failed on device, no Check the System Management error/location code information available. Services error log entry (described in “Step 1020-4” on page 48) for this error code.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 20E00017 Cold boot needed for password entry. Turn off, turn on system unit. 20EE0003 IP parameter requires 3 dots ″.″ Enter valid IP parameter. Example: 000.000.000.000 20EE0004 Invalid IP parameter.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 20EE000A Pointer to the operating system found in Values normally found in nonvolatile nonvolatile storage. storage that point to the location of an operating system were not found. This can happen for either of two reasons: v Your installed operating system does not support storing the values.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 21A00xxx SCSI DASD device errors Notes: 1. Before replacing any system components, ensure that the: a. Controller and each device on the SCSI bus is assigned a unique SCSI ID.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 21F20xxx SCSI read/write optical. Refer to 21A00xxx for a description and repair action for the xxx value. 22000001 Internal wrap test failed. Replace adapter. 22001001 Internal wrap test failed. Replace adapter.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 25010007 Image has bad CRC. 1. Power-on the system unit. 2. Do the following flash recovery procedure: a. Insert a newly formatted DOS diskette loaded with service processor firmware into the diskette drive.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 25A0xxx1 L2 cache controller problem. 1. Replace the processor card. Location: P1-C1 Location: P1-C2 2. Replace the system board. Location: P1 (See notes on page 115.) See error code 2B2xxx22 for xxx definitions.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 25A80012 Data corruption detected, some data Refer to NVRAM error notes on page partitions may have been preserved. 123. 25A80100 NVRAM data validation check failed. Turn off, turn on system unit and retry the operation before replacing any system component.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 25A80998 NVRAMRC script evaluation error - Execution of a command line within command line execution error the NVRAM configuration variable “NVRAMRC” (script) resulted in a “throw” being executed. This script can be modified by the system firmware SMS utilities, the operating system, PCI adapter ROM code or...
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU Memory Error Notes Use the location code obtained from the SMS Error Log utility (described in “Step 1020-4” on page 48) to identify which memory DIMM (or memory DIMM pair) the error is reported against. Memory error codes are in the form 25Cyyxxx where yy indicates memory DIMM present detect-bits (PD-bits) and xxx indicates the last 3 digits of the error code.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 25Cyy006 Memory DIMM failed inter-extent test. 1. Replace the memory card. Location: P1-M1 2. Replace the processor card. Location: P1-C1 Location: P1-C2 See Memory Error Notes on page 126 for more information.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 26020002 Invalid PCI adapter device ID. 1. Move adapter to another slot (behind a different PCI bridge). 2. Check for available firmware updates for adapter. Apply update if available.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 26800Cxx Machine check occurred. If the location code shown on the operator panel identifies a card slot: 1. Replace the adapter in the slot identified. 2. Replace system board. Location: P1 (See note 3 on page 115.) If the location code shown does not...
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 28030xxx RTC errors RTC Error Notes 1. Errors reported against the real time clock (RTC) can be caused by low battery voltage and (more rarely) power outages that occur during normal system usage.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 28030006 Processor frequency measurement error 1. Verify that the current level of the system firmware is installed. 2. Replace the processor card Location: P1-C1 Location: P1-C2 3.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 29A00004 Keyboard stuck key test failed. 1. Keyboard 2. Replace the system board. Location: P1 (See note 3 on page 115.) 29B00004 Mouse not present/detected. 1. Mouse 2.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 2BA00012 Service processor reports self-test failure. 1. Unplug the system power cable and wait until the system power indicator remains off and the operator panel is blank. 2.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 2BA00050 Service processor reports system Replace the operator panel. operator panel VPD module not present Location: L1 or not recognizable. (See note 2 on page 115.) Note: Swap the old VPD module from the old operator panel control assembly to the new one.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 2BA00104 Service processor firmware update file is 1. Obtain new level of service the same level as the service processor processor firmware. firmware, update cancelled. 2. Retry operation. 2BA00200 Service processor firmware update error Service processor firmware update occurred, update not completed.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 2BA00303 Service processor reports slow fan 1. Replace fan 4. number 4. Location: F4 2. Replace the system board. Location: P1 (See note 3 on page 115.) 2BA00309 Service processor reports generic cooling 1.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 2BA00315 Service processor reports 5 V under 1. Replace the power supply. voltage alert. Location: P3-V1 Location: P3-V2 Location: P3-V3 2. Replace the power backplane. Location: P3 3.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 2BA00324 Service processor reports 5 V standby 1. Replace the power supply. over voltage alert. Location: P3-V1 Location: P3-V2 Location: P3-V3 2. Replace the power backplane. Location: P3 3.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 2BA00337 Service processor reports memory critical 1. Check for cool-airflow obstructions over temperature slow shutdown request. to the system. 2. Check fans for obstructions that prevent them from normal operation (example: a cable caught in the fan, preventing it from spinning)
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 2BA00351 Service processor reports generic AC 1. Replace the power supply. power loss EPOW. Location: P3-V1 Location: P3-V2 Location: P3-V3 2. Replace the system board. Location: P1 (See note 3 on page 115.) 2BA00352 Service processor reports loss of AC 1.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 40100005 Loss of system power detected. 1. Possible temporary AC power loss. Turn on the power. If the system boots, use the AIX Service Aids to reset the System Attention indicator and the Lightpath indicators.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 40110000 Loss of a redundant power supply was 1. If a location code is displayed with detected this error code, replace the part at that location. 2.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 40110004 Low voltage detected in power supply 1. If a location code is displayed with main enclosure. this error code, replace the part at that location. 2.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 40110008 Thermal failure detected in power supply 1. If a location code is displayed with main enclosure. this error code, replace the part at that location. 2.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 4011000C Overvoltage detected on 5 volt line in 1. If a location code is displayed with power supply main enclosure this error code, replace the part at that location.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 40110010 Current sharing fault detected in power 1. If a location code is displayed with supply main enclosure this error code, replace the part at that location. 2.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 40111022 Overvoltage detected on 5.0 volt line 1. If a location code is displayed with this error code, replace the part at that location. 2. Replace the power supplies one-at-a-time.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 40111062 Overvoltage detected on the -12 volt line 1. If a location code is displayed with this error code, replace the part at that location. 2. Replace the power supplies one-at-a-time.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 40111092 A low 3.3 V reading detected. 1. If a location code is displayed with this error code, replace the part at that location. 2. If a location code is displayed with this error code, replace the part at that location 3.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 401110C2 A low -12 V reading detected. 1. If a location code is displayed with this error code, replace the part at that location. 2. Replace the power supplies one-at-a-time.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 40111132 A high PCI 3.3 voltage was detected 1. If a location code is displayed with this error code, replace the part at that location. 2. Replace the power supplies one-at-a-time.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 40111192 A low PCI +3.3 voltage was detected 1. If a location code is displayed with this error code, replace the part at that location. 2. Replace the power supplies one-at-a-time.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 40112023 High 1.8 V reading detected 1. If a location code is displayed with this error code, replace the part at that location. 2. Replace the power supplies one-at-a-time.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 4011 2061 A high -12 voltage was detected 1. If a location code is displayed with this error code, replace the part at that location. 2. Replace the power supplies one-at-a-time.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 40112065 Critically low 2.5 V reading detected 1. Replace the power supplies one-at-a-time. Location: P3-V1 Location: P3-V2 Location: P3-V3 2. Replace the processor cards. Location: P1-C1 Location: P1-C2 40112066 Critically high 2.5 V reading detected 1.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 401120B2 A low +12 voltage was detected 1. If a location code is displayed with this error code, replace the part at that location. 2. Replace the power supplies one-at-a-time.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 40200033 A critical system board temperature 1. Check system unit fans. condition detected. Locations: F1, F2, F3, F4 2. Replace the system board. Location: P1 (See note 3 on page 115.) 40200051 An inlet temperature warning detected.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 40B00000 The operating system surveillance 1. This error code indicates that the interval exceeded (operating system operating system terminated early surveillance time-out). (which usually implies an operating system crash).
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 40D00200 Processor initialization failed. Location code will point to failing FRU. 40D00201 JTAG chip ID miscompare. Replace the failing FRU pointed to by the location code. 40D00202 Hot-swap SCSI backplane failure Replace the hot-swap backplane.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 450000D2 System bus protocol/transfer error 1. Replace the FRU as indicated by (checkstop) the physical location code displayed on the operator panel. 2. Check the service processor error log for additional FRUs.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 45C00000 Memory checkstop. (Uncorrectable 1. Attempt to reboot the system in memory error.) service mode to preserve the AIX error log. If the reboot fails, attempt to boot from the CD-ROM. If the reboot is successful, run diagnostics in problem determination mode to determine...
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 460000C2 I/O bus time-out, access or other error 1. If a physical location code is (checkstop) displayed in the operator panel or by AIX diagnostics, replace the FRU as indicated by the location code.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 460000C5 Mezzanine/system bus address parity 1. Replace the FRU as indicated by error. (checkstop) the physical location code displayed on the operator panel. 2. Check the service processor error log for additional FRUs.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 460000D8 A generic memory controller 1. Try to reboot the system into detected-checkstop has occurred. online diagnostics service mode to preserve the AIX error log. Run diagnostics in problem determination mode to determine the cause of the failure.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 460000D9 A generic I/O memory controller-detected 1. Try to reboot the system into checkstop has occurred. online diagnostics to preserve the AIX error log. Run diagnostics in problem determination mode to determine the cause of the failure.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 4B20000A The processor has been deconfigured. 1. Replace the processor card. Location: P1-C1 Location: P1-C2 2. Replace the system board. Location: P1 (See note 3 on page 115.) 4B200043 Service processor reports JTAG fail 1.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 4B200060 The processor cards are not properly Reseat the processor cards. seated Location: P1-C1 Location: P1-C2. 2. Remove the power cord from the system. If both processor cards are installed, remove the second card and reapply power.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 4B2xxx00 Checkstop 1. Press Enter on an attached ASCII terminal keyboard to go into the service processor menus. 2. Select System Information Menu. 3. Select Read Progress Indicators from Last System Boot and use the posted code indicated by the arrow.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 4B2xxx02 Checkstop-slot 2 failure 1. Attempt to reboot the system into online diagnostics to preserve the AIX error log. If the reboot fails, attempt to boot from the CD-ROM. If the reboot is successful, run diagnostics in problem determination mode to determine...
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 4B2xxx41 ABIST fail 1. Replace the processor card indicated by the location code in the operator panel. 2. Replace the system board. Location: P1 (See note 3 on page 115.) 4B2xxx42 ABIST fail 1.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 4B2xxxC4 System bus time-out error (checkstop) 1. If this error occurs while the system is running, replace the FRU indicated by the physical location code displayed on the operator panel.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 4B2xxxC8 A generic processor-detected checkstop 1. Try to reboot the system into has occurred. online diagnostic to preserve the AIX error log. Run diagnostics in problem determination mode to determine the cause of the failure.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 4BA00800 Unknown error. 1. Check level of service processor firmware. If not the latest, apply update. 2. Call service support. 4BA00826 Service processor cannot call home. 1.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 4BA10002 SSC SRAM fail Go to “MAP 1540: Minimum Configuration” on page 63. 4BA10003 The service processor hardware self-test Replace the system board. failed. Location: P1 (See note 3 on page 115.) 4BA10004 The service processor firmware failed.
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Table 3. Firmware Error Codes. (continued) Error Code Description Action / Possible Failing FRU 4BA80014 NVRAM (CRC) checksum fail. This is a recoverable temporary condition, unless followed by 4BA80015. If the system hangs at this error code: 1. Remove, then reapply AC power. The service processor settings (modem speeds and call-out numbers, for example) may have...
Memory DIMM Present Detect Bits (PD-Bits) The following table expands on the Memory Error Notes found on page 126, where yy is the PD value in the table below and xxx are the last three digits of the error code. Use these values to identify the type of memory that generated the error.
Error Codes E0A0, E0B0, E0C0, E0E0, E0E1 and 40A00000 Recovery Procedure If checkpoint E0A0, E0B0, E0C0, E0E0, E0E1 or error code 40A00000 is displayed on the operator panel, do the following: 1. Ensure that the diagnostics and the operating system are shut down. 2.
Bus SRN to FRU Reference Table This table is used to locate defective FRUs within the system board PCI and ISA buses. The table indicates which devices should be tested for each SRN. For this procedure, if possible, diagnostics are run on the system board bus devices with all adapters removed from the failing bus.
(See notes on page 115.) Typical Boot Sequence for Eserver pSeries 610 Model 6C1 and Model 6E1 After the ac power is turned on, the system support controller (SSC) startup begins, and releases reset to the service processor. If the SSC cannot communicate with the service processor, the LCD displays 4BA00000.
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v The system firmware displays the device name or device icon being tested. After the keyboard name or icon appears, the user can enter the System Management Services menu by pressing the 1 key (if ASCII terminal) or the F1 key (if graphics terminal).
Chapter 6. Loading the System Diagnostics The system diagnostics can be booted using either the default boot list or the customized service mode boot list. (The service mode boot list can be modified using the system diagnostics ″Display or Change Bootlist″ service aid. The service mode boot list cannot be modified under the System Management Services.) Performing Slow Boot To fully analyze all of the available information, perform the following steps before doing...
2. Turn off the system. 3. Wait 30 seconds, and turn on the system. 4. After the keyboard indicator appears during startup, and before the tone sounds, press the F6 key on a directly attached keyboard (or the number 6 key on an ASCII terminal).
Chapter 7. Using the Service Processor The service processor menus enable you to configure service processor options and to enable and disable functions. Service processor menus are available using an ASCII terminal when the server is turned off and the service processor is operating with standby power. Service processor menus are also available when server power is on and the service processor has detected a server problem (such as surveillance failure).
Service Processor Menus The service processor menus are divided into the following groups: v General user menus - the user must know the general-access password. v Privileged user menus - the user must know the privileged-access password. This section describes these menus, how to access them, and the functions associated with each option within the menus.
The AIX service aid, Save or Restore Hardware Management Policies, can be used to save your settings after initial setup or whenever the settings must be changed for system operation purposes. It is strongly recommended that you use this AIX service aid for backing up service processor settings to protect the usefulness of the service processor and the availability of the server.
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v Read Service Processor Error Logs Displays the service processor error logs. The time stamp in this error log is coordinated universal time (UTC), also known as Greenwich mean time (GMT). AIX error logs have additional information available and are able to time stamp the errors with local time. See “Service Processor Error Log”...
Note: The information under the Service Processor Firmware heading in the following Main Menu illustration is example information only. Service Processor Firmware Firmware Level: ct010717 Copyright 2001, IBM Corporation SYSTEM NAME MAIN MENU 1. Service Processor Setup Menu 2. System Power Control Menu 3.
Service Processor Setup Menu The Service Processor Setup menu is accessed from the Main Menu: SERVICE PROCESSOR SETUP MENU 1. Change Privileged-access Password 2. Change General-Access Password 3. Enable/Disable Console Mirroring: Currently Disabled 4. Start Talk Mode 5. OS Surveillance Setup Menu 6.
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The following table illustrates what you can access with the privileged-access password and the general-access password. Privileged-Access Password General-Access Password Resulting Menu None None MAIN MENU displays None MAIN MENU displays None Users with password see the MAIN MENU. Users see menus associated with the entered password v Change Privileged-access Password Set or change the privileged-access password.
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For this reason, updating only the service processor firmware using the service processor menus is not recommended. See the Web site at http://www.rs6000.ibm.com/support/micro to download the latest firmware levels and update instructions. The service processor firmware update image must be written onto a DOS-formatted diskette.
Serial Port Snoop Setup Menu This menu can be used to set up serial port snooping, in which the user can configure serial port 1 as a ″catch-all″ reset device. From the main service processor menu, select option 1, Service Processor Setup Menu, then select option 8 (Serial Port Snoop Setup Menu).
System Power Control Menu The menu is used to set power control options. SYSTEM POWER CONTROL MENU 1. Enable/Disable Unattended Start Mode: Currently Disabled 2. Ring Indicate Power-On Menu 3. Reboot/Restart Policy Setup Menu 4. Power-On System 5. Power-Off System 6.
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v Reboot/Restart Policy Setup Menu Reboot describes bringing the system hardware back up from scratch, for example, from a system reset or power-on. The reboot process ends when control passes to the operating system loading (or initialization) process. Restart describes activating the operating system after the system hardware reinitialized.
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The following table describes the relationship among the operating system and service processor restart controls: OS Automatic Service Processor to Service Processor Reboot/Restart Use OS-Defined Enable Supplemental AfterCrash Setting Restart Policy? Restart Policy? System Response None None Restarts None None Restarts False False...
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v Boot Mode Menu Allows users to set the system to automatically start a specific function on the next system start. This setting applies to the next boot only and is reset to the default state of being disabled following a successful boot attempt. BOOT MODE MENU 1.
If more than one option is enabled, the system recognizes only the option corresponding to the smallest menu number. For example, if options 4 and 2 were enabled, the system recognizes only Option 2: Service Mode Boot from Saved List. After a boot attempt, all enabled options are disabled.
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The progress indicator codes are listed from top (latest) to bottom (oldest). If the <--- arrow occurs, use the 4-digit checkpoint or 8-character error code being pointed to as the beginning of your service actions. v Read Service Processor Error Logs Displays error conditions detected by the service processor.
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v Memory Configuration/Deconfiguration Menu: Use this menu to view and modify the dual inline memory module (DIMM) configuration. If it is necessary to take one of the memory DIMMs offline, this menu allows you to deconfigure a DIMM and then reconfigure the DIMM at a later time. The configuration process takes place during system power-on.
If this option is chosen, the following screen is displayed: Do you wish to: 1. Make the rack/system indicator blink/reset the state 2. Clear all lightpath LEDs 98. Return to Previous Menu 1>> If option 1 is chosen, the rack indicator/system attention LED can be set or reset (turned on or off).
Call-In/Call-Out Setup Menu This menu is used to configure a modem for the service processor to use to support the system. CALL-IN/CALL-OUT SETUP MENU 1. Modem Configuration Menu 2. Serial Port Selection Menu 3. Serial Port Speed Setup Menu 4. Telephone Number Setup Menu 5.
Modem Configuration Menu Entries at the top of the Modem Configuration Menu display the status of the current selections. Selections are made in the sections, labeled Modem Ports and Modem Configuration File Name. Select the serial port that you want to activate and then select the modem configuration file for the modem on the port.
Serial Port Speed Setup Menu This menu allows you to set serial port speed to enhance terminal performance or to accommodate modem capabilities. Serial Port Speed Setup Menu 1. Serial port 1 speed: Currently 9600 2. Serial port 2 speed: Currently 9600 98.
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1. At least one of the preceding three telephone numbers must be assigned in order for the call-out test to execute successfully. 2. Some modems, such as IBM 7857-017, are not designed for the paging function. Although they can be used for paging, they return an error message when they do not get the expected response from another modem.
Call-Out Policy Setup Menu This menu allows you to set call-out policy. Call-Out Policy Setup Menu 1. Call-Out policy (First/All): Currently First 2. Remote timeout, (in seconds): Currently 120 3. Remote latency, (in seconds): Currently 2 4. Number of retries: Currently 2 98.
Customer Account Setup Menu This menu allows users to enter information that is specific to their account. Customer Account Setup Menu 1. Customer account number: Currently Unassigned 2. Customer RETAIN login userid: Currently Unassigned 3. Customer RETAIN login password: Currently Unassigned 98.
System Power-On Methods This section discusses the following system power-on methods: v Power-on switch v Remote power-on by ring-indicate signal The server automatically powers on when it detects a ″ring indicate″ signal from a modem attached to one of the integrated serial ports. A remote user can call the server to activate ring detection by the modem.
Service Processor Call-In Security If the service processor detects bad battery-powered storage (indicating that the battery on the system board has failed or has been removed), it maintains server security by disabling the call-in capability to both serial ports. When call-in is disabled, the system can still be powered on by using the ring-indicator signal, but the service processor then causes the system to power down, preventing access to any system facilities or to AIX.
Service Processor Reboot/Restart Policy Controls The operating system’s automatic restart policy (see operating system documentation) defines the operating system’s response to a system crash. The service processor can be instructed to refer to that policy by the Use OS-Defined Restart Policy setup menu. Processor Boot-Time Deconfiguration (CPU Repeat Gard) Processor boot time deconfiguration allows for the removal of processors from the system configuration at boot time.
Service Processor System Monitoring - Surveillance Surveillance is a function in which the service processor monitors the system, and the system monitors the service processor. This monitoring is accomplished by periodic samplings called heartbeats . Surveillance is available during two phases: v System firmware startup (automatic) v Operating system run time (optional) System Firmware Surveillance...
To call out before restart, set Call-Out before restart to Enabled from the Reboot/Restart Policy Setup menu. Note: Some modems, such as IBM 7857-017, are not designed for the paging function. Although they can be used for paging, they return an error message when they do not get the expected response from another modem.
Console Mirroring Console mirroring allows a user on a local ASCII terminal to monitor the service processor activities of a remote user. Console mirroring ends when the service processor releases control of the serial ports to the system firmware. System Configuration for Console Mirroring The following describes the system configuration for console mirroring: v Modem connected to one serial port and enabled for incoming calls v Local ASCII terminal connected to the other serial port.
For this reason, updating only the service processor firmware using the service processor menus is not recommended. See the Web site at http://www.rs6000.ibm.com/support/micro to download the latest firmware levels and update instructions. The service processor firmware update image must be written onto a DOS-formatted diskette.
Service Processor Operational Phases This section provides a high-level flow of the phases of the service processor. Pre-Standby Phase This phase is entered when the server is connected to a power source. The server may or may not be fully powered on. This phase is exited when the power-on self-tests (POST) and configuration tasks are completed.
The service processor configures the modem (if installed) so that incoming calls can be received or outgoing calls can be placed. v Dial In Monitor incoming phone line to answer calls, prompt for a password, verify the password, and remotely display the standby menu. The remote session can be mirrored on the local ASCII console if the server is so equipped and the user enables this function.
If the device driver is installed and surveillance enabled, the service processor monitors the system heartbeat. If the heartbeat times out, the service processor places an outgoing call. This is different from the bring-up phase scenario where two reboot attempts are made before placing an outgoing call. Service Processor Procedures in Service Mode When the system is in service mode, the following service processor parameters are suspended:...
Chapter 8. Using System Management Services Use the System Management Services menus to view information about your computer and to perform such tasks as setting passwords and changing device configurations. If you have chosen a graphical display as your system console, you can use the graphical System Management Services described below.
After the System Management Services starts, the following screen displays. System Management Services Config Multiboot Utilities Exit You can also press F8 here to enter the open firmware OK> prompt. This should only be done by service personnel to obtain additional debug information. Service Guide...
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The System Management Services screen contains the following choices. Config: Enables you to view your system configuration. Go to “Config” on page 220. Multiboot: Enables you to set and view the default operating system, modify the boot sequence, access the open firmware command prompt, and work with other options.
Config By selecting this icon, you can view information about the setup of your system unit. A list similar to the following appears when you select the Config icon. Device Name PowerPC, POWER3 375 MHz L2-Cache, 4096K PowerPC, POWER3 375 MHz L2-Cache, 4096K Memory Memory Card slot 1, Module Slot =1 size=512MB...
Multiboot The options available from this screen allow you to view and set various options regarding the operating system and boot devices. Select Software Install Boot Software Default From Sequence Multiboot Startup EXIT Chapter 8. Using System Management Services...
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The following describes the choices available on this screen. Select Software: This option is used when more than one operating system is installed on the same disk drive. AIX does not support multiple operating systems on a single disk drive. Multiple AIX images can be installed on separate disk drives;...
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Boot Sequence: Enables you to view and change the custom boot list (the sequence in which devices are searched for operating system code). You may choose from 1 to 5 devices for the custom boot list. The default boot sequence is: 1.
Utilities Selecting this icon enables you to perform various tasks and view additional information about your system unit. The following describes the choices available on this screen. Password Spin Delay ErrorLog RIPL SCSI id Console Exit Password: Enables you to set password protection for turning on the system unit and for using system administration tools.
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RIPL (Remote Initial Program Load): Enables you to select a remote system from which to load programs through a network adapter when your system unit is first turned on. This option also allows you to configure network adapters, which is required for RIPL. Go to “RIPL”...
Password Select this icon to perform password-related tasks. Power-On Access Remove Remote <Off> Privileged Access Remove Exit Power-On Access Password Setting a Power-On Access password helps protect information stored in your system unit. If a power-on access password is set for your system unit, the power-on access status icon is shown in the locked position.
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Enter Password Press Enter when you are finished; you must type the password again for verification. Verify Password If you type the password incorrectly, press the Esc key and start again. If the two password entries do not match, an error icon appears with the error code 20E00000.
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A password becomes effective only after the system is turned off and back on again. Attention: If no user-defined bootlist exists and the power-on-access password has been enabled, you are asked for the power-on-access password at startup every time you boot your system. Remote Mode Remote Mode: The remote mode, when enabled, allows the system to start from the defined boot device.
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Press Enter when you are finished; you must type the password again for verification. Verify Password If you type the password incorrectly, press the Esc key and start again. If the two password entries do not match, an error icon displays with the error code 20E00001.
Spin Delay Select this icon to change the spin-up delay for SCSI hard disk drives attached to your system. Spin-up delay values can be entered manually or you can use a default setting. All values are measured in seconds. The default is two seconds. After you have entered the new spin-up delay values, use the arrow keys to highlight the Save icon and press Enter.
Error Log Selecting this icon displays the log of errors that your system has recorded during operations. System Error Log Date Time Error Code Location 1. 00/04/13 00:51:32 25C38005 P1-M1.10 2. No entry Clear Exit Selecting the Clear icon erases the entries in this log. This error log only shows the first and last errors.
RIPL Selecting the Remote Initial Program Load (RIPL) icon gives you access to the following selections. Ping Config Set Address Exit Service Guide...
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Set Address The Set Address icon allows you to define addresses from which your system unit can receive RIPL code. Remote IPL Setup Client Addr 000.000.000.000 Server Addr 000.000.000.000 000.000.000.000 Gateway Addr Subnet Mask 255.255.255.000 Save Exit If any of the addresses is incomplete or contains a number other than 0 to 255, an error message displays when you select the Save icon.
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Ping The Ping icon allows you to confirm that a specified address is valid by sending a test transmission to that address. Ping Setup Client Addr 000.000.000.000 Server Addr 000.000.000.000 000.000.000.000 Gateway Addr Subnet Mask 255.255.255.000 Exit Adapter To change an address, press the backspace key on the highlighted address until the old address is completely deleted.
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Selecting the Ping icon displays a screen in which you select the communications (token-ring or Ethernet) to be used to send test transmissions. <Ping> Token Ring, slot #=4 ethernet, (Integrated) Ping Exit To use this screen, do the following: 1. Use the arrow keys or mouse to highlight an adapter to configure. Note: Clicking with the mouse sends the ping.
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Config The Config icon allows you to configure network adapters that require setup. Selecting the Config icon causes a list of the adapters requiring configuration to display. To use this screen, do the following: 1. Use the arrow keys or mouse to highlight an adapter to configure. 2.
SCSI ID Select this icon to view and change the addresses (IDs) of the SCSI controllers attached to your system unit. To change a SCSI controller ID, highlight the entry by moving the up or down arrow keys, then use the spacebar to scroll through available IDs. After you have entered the new address, use the left or right arrow keys or mouse to highlight the Save icon and press Enter.
7. When the main menu displays, choose Utilities, then perform an update of the system firmware by following the prompts that are displayed. Attention: A companion service processor firmware update may be required. See the Web site at http://www.rs6000.ibm.com/support/micro to get additional information on companion levels and detailed update instructions. Service Guide...
Text-Based System Management Services The text-based System Management Services are available if an ASCII terminal is attached to your system. The text-based System Management Services makes it possible for you to view information about your system and to perform such tasks as setting passwords and changing device configurations.
Main Menu Select Language Change Password Options View Error Log Setup Remote IPL (Initial Program Load) Change SCSI Settings Select Console Select Boot Options View System Configuration Components System/Service Processor Firmware Update -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Navigator keys: X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigator key: _ Select Language...
Change Password Options The Change Password Options screen enables you to select from password utilities. Password Utilities 1 Set Privileged-Access Password 2 Remove Privileged-Access Password 3 Unattended Start Mode <OFF> -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Navigator keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigator key: _...
View Error Log Use this option to view or clear your system’s error log. A screen similar to the following displays when you select this option. Error Log Date Time Error Code Location Entry 1. 01/04/96 12:13:22 25A80011 00-00 Entry 2. no error logged 1.
Setup Remote IPL (Initial Program Load) This option allows you to enable and set up the remote startup capability of your system unit. You must first specify the network parameters. Network Parameters 1. IP Parameters 2. Adapter Parameters 3. Ping -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Navigator keys: M = return to main menu...
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Selecting the Adapter Parameters option allows you to view an adapter’s hardware address, as well as configure network adapters that require setup. A screen similar to the following displays. Device Slot Hardware Address 1. ethernet 0004AC5E08D2 2. token-ring 0020357A0530 3. ethernet Integrated 0004ACE4020B --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
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Selecting the Data Rate option allows you the change the media employed by the Ethernet adapter: Select Data Rate 1. 10 Mbps 2. 100 Mbps 3. Auto -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Navigator keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigator key: _...
After choosing which adapter to use to ping the remote system, you must provide the addresses needed to communicate with the remote system. Ping IP Address 1. Client IP Address [129.132.4.20] 2. Server IP Address [129.132.4.10] 3. Gateway IP Address [129.132.4.30] 4.
Device option on this menu. The AIX Documentation library is available at the following Web address: http://www.ibm.com/servers/aix/library/techpubs.html. AIX documentation is also contained on the AIX Documentation CD. The documentation is made accessible by loading the documentation CD onto the hard disk or by mounting the CD in the CD-ROM drive.
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Software Default: This option is used when more than one operating system is installed on the same disk drive. AIX does not support multiple operating systems on a single disk drive. Multiple AIX images can be installed on separate disk drives; the desired disk drive can be selected for booting using the Select Boot Device function in System Management Services or the AIX diagnostic service aid Display or Change Bootlist.
Configure Nth Boot Device In the description below, Nth can be 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and so on, depending on your choice on the previous menu. Options display a screen similar to the following: Configure Nth Boot Device Device Current Device Number Position Name...
View System Configuration Components This option provides information about the setup of your system unit. A screen similar to the following displays. Device Name Power PC, POWER3 375 MHz L2-Cache 4096K Power PC, POWER3 375 MHz L2-Cache 4096K Memory Memory card slot=1, module slot=1 size=512MB Memory card slot=1, module slot=2 size=512MB Memory card slot=1, module slot=3 size=512MB Memory card slot=1, module slot=4 size=512MB...
Detailed instructions on using the SMS utilities to update system and service processor firmware can be obtained from the following Web site: http://www.rs6000.ibm.com/support/micro If you are not able to obtain firmware update images or instructions from this Web site, contact your service representative.
Chapter 9. Removal and Replacement Procedures Servicing of this system can be performed with the system either in the vertical or horizontal position. Before performing any of the removal or replacement procedures in this chapter, read the following notice. DANGER An electrical outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardous voltage on metal parts of the system or the devices that attach to the system.
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices Attention: Adapters, planars, diskette drives, and disk drives are sensitive to static electricity discharge. These devices are wrapped in antistatic bags to prevent this damage. Take the following precautions: v If you have an antistatic wrist strap available, use it while handling the device. v Do not remove the device from the antistatic bag until you are ready to install the device in the system.
Front Door (Model 6E1) The following procedures cover removal and replacement of the front door on the Model 6E1. Removal Refer to the following illustration while you perform the steps in this procedure. Flange Front door 1. Unlock and open the system door (2). 2.
Replacement Refer to the following illustration while you perform the steps in this procedure. Flange Front door 1. Set the door (2) on the bottom hinge. 2. Press the flange (1) downward while pressing the top of the door toward the system, until the flange connects with the top hinge.
Covers The following procedures cover removal and replacement of the service access cover. Service Access Cover (Model 6E1) Cover-release latch Cover Removal 1. If you are planning to install or remove any part other than a hot-swap hard disk drive, hot-swap power supply, or hot-swap fan, turn off the system and all attached devices and disconnect all external cables and power cords.
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Replacement 1. Align the service access cover (2) with the left side of the system, about 25 mm (1 inch) from the front of the system; place the bottom of the left-side cover on the bottom rail of the left side of the chassis. 2.
Service Access Cover (Model 6C1) Top cover Cover-release latch Side latches Removal 1. If you are planning to install or remove any part other than a hot-swap hard disk drive, hot-swap power supply, or hot-swap fan, turn off the system and all attached devices and disconnect all external cables and power cords.
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Replacement Top cover Side latches Flanges 1. Align the top cover (1) with the top of the system, about 25 mm (1 inch) from the front of the system. The flanges on the left and right sides of the cover should be on the outside of the system chassis.
Bezels The following procedures cover removal and replacement of the bezel. Model 6E1 Removal Refer to the following illustrations while you perform the steps in this procedure. Bezel-release lever Bezel Side with bezel tabs and slots To remove the bezel: 1.
Model 6C1 Removal Refer to the following illustrations while you perform the steps in this procedure. Bezel-release lever Bezel Side with bezel tabs and slots To remove the bezel: 1. Remove the service access cover as described in “Covers” on page 258.
1. If you have not already done so, shut down the system as described in “Stopping the System” on page 254. 2. If your system is a Model 6C1 (rack mount), place the system in the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C1 in the Service Position” on page 255.
2. If you have not already done so, unplug the system power cables from the electrical outlets. 3. If your system is a Model 6C1 (rack mount), place the system in the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C1 in the Service Position” on page 255.
2. If you have not already done so, unplug the system power cables from the electrical outlet. 3. If your system is a Model 6C1(rack mount), place the system in the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C1 in the Service Position” on page 255.
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Attention: To prevent damage to the card and the card connectors, open or close the retention latches at the same time. 7. Remove the card from the connector. Chapter 9. Removal and Replacement Procedures...
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Memory DIMM Removal 1. If you have not already done so, remove the memory card as described in “Memory Card Removal” on page 266 2. Locate the memory DIMM connectors, and determine which DIMM you want to remove. Note: Memory DIMMs must be removed in pairs from the correct slots. (Slots J1 and J2, J3 and J4, J5 and J6, and so on.) Slot J15 Slot J16...
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Memory DIMM Replacement 1. With one hand, touch any metal surface of the chassis to minimize static electrical charges, and then pick up the memory DIMM. 2. Locate the memory DIMM connector on the memory card. Note: Memory DIMMs must be installed in pairs in the correct slots. (Slots J1 and J2, J3 and J4, J5 and J6, and so on.) 3.
Memory Card Replacement 1. Open the retention latches. Both latches should be in an upright position. See the following illustration. Attention: To prevent damage to the card and to the card connectors, open or close both retention latches at the same time. Chapter 9.
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2. Align the card with the card guides and card connector. Processor Card 1 Processor Card 2 Connector Connector Memory Card Connector 3. Close the retention latches, securing the card into the connector. 4. Replace the covers as described in “Covers” on page 258. Service Guide...
2. If you have not already done so, unplug the system power cable from the electrical outlet. 3. If your system is a Model 6C1 (rack mount), place the system in the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C1 in the Service Position” on page 255.
Attention: To prevent damage to the card and the card connectors, open or close the retention latches at the same time. 7. Remove the card from the connector. Replacement 1. Open the retention latches. Both retention latches should be in an upright position. See the following illustration.
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Attention: To prevent damage to the card and to the card connectors, open or close both retention latches at the same time. 2. Align the card with the card guides and card connector. Processor Card 1 Processor Card 2 Connector Connector Memory Card Connector...
2. If you have not already done so, unplug the system power cables from the electrical outlets. 3. If your system is a Model 6C1 (rack mount), place the system in the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C1 in the Service Position” on page 255.
Adapter retainer flap Adapter retention latch Adapter 7. If you are removing a long adapter, press on the touchpoint on the adapter retainer flap (1) at the end of the slot nearest the front of the system, and rotate the adapter retainer flap upward.
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2. Place the adapter, component-side up, on a flat, static-protective surface. 3. Set any jumpers or switches as described by the adapter manufacturer. 4. Install the adapter. Adapter retention latch Adapter retainer flap Adapter a. Carefully grasp the adapter (5) by its top edge or upper corners, and align it with the expansion slot on the system board.
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Attention: Power cannot be restored to the adapter slot if the tab is not lowered into place. d. If opened previously, close the adapter retainer flap (4). 5. Connect any needed external cables to the adapter and route through the cable management arm.
2. If you have not already done so, unplug the system power cable from the electrical outlet. 3. If your system is a Model 6C1 (rack mount), place the system in the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C1 in the Service Position” on page 255.
Power Supply The following procedures cover removal and replacement of the power supplies. DANGER Do not attempt to open the covers of the power supply. Power supplies are not serviceable and are to be replaced as a unit. Removal Your system comes with two power supplies. You can add a third power supply to provide redundant power.
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Refer to the following illustration while performing the steps in this procedure. Power supply Filler panel Cable-restraint bracket Power cord connector Handle on power supply (in open position) AC power light DC power light Note: You do not need to turn off the power to the system to install hot-swap power supplies if your system has a redundant (third) power supply installed.
1. If your system does not have a redundant (third) power supply installed, turn off the power to the system and peripheral devices. Otherwise, go to the next step. 2. To remove the power supply (1): a. Unplug the power cord connector from the power supply. Attention: Be careful when you remove the hot-swap power supply;...
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Refer to the following illustration while performing the steps in this procedure. Power supply Filler panel Cable-restraint bracket Power cord connector Handle on power supply (in open position) AC power light DC power light Note: You do not need to turn off the power to the system to install hot-swap power supplies if your system has a redundant (third) power supply installed.
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2. Install the power supply (1) in the bay: a. Place the handle (5) on the power supply in the open position (that is, perpendicular to the power supply) and slide the power supply into the chassis. b. Gently close the handle to seat the power supply in the bay. 3.
2. If you have not already done so, unplug the system power cables from the electrical outlets. 3. If your system is a Model 6C1 (rack mount), place the system in the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C1 in the Service Position” on page 255.
3. At the command prompt, type the code which accesses the hidden menus. If necessary, call your local support center to obtain the code. This menu is for IBM Authorized use only. If you have not been authorized to use this menu, please discontinue use immediately.
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installed. VPD Serial Number has been programmed successfully. The current TM field is: xxxx-xxx Do you want to change the TM field (y/n)? 6. Type y (yes) if the system unit’s type/model (TM) you are working on is different from the one listed on the screen. 7.
2. If you have not already done so, unplug the system power cables from the electrical outlet. 3. If your system is a Model 6C1 (rack mount), place the system in the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C1 in the Service Position” on page 255.
2. If you have not already done so, unplug the system power cables from the electrical outlet. 3. If your system is a Model 6C1 (rack mount), place the system in the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C1 in the Service Position” on page 255.
Media Devices (CD-ROM, Tape, or Disk Drive) The following procedures cover removal and replacement of the media devices. Before performing these procedures, read “Handling Static-Sensitive Devices” on page 254. Removal 1. Remove the service access cover. See “Covers” on page 258. 2.
Replacement 1. Touch the static-protective bag containing the drive to any unpainted metal surface on the system, then, remove the drive from the bag and place it on a static-protective surface. 2. Set any jumpers or switches on the device according to the documentation provided with the drive.
2. If you have not already done so, unplug the system power cables from the electrical outlets. 3. If your system is a Model 6C1 (rack mount), place the system in the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C1 in the Service Position” on page 255.
8. Locate the battery on the system board. Plastic Battery Mount Battery Processor Card Connectors Rear Battery Clip Memory Card Connector Battery P/N 15F8409 9. Pry the battery out of its mount using your fingernail. After the top of the battery has cleared the plastic mount, pull it up and out of the system board.
Hot-Swap Disk Drives The following procedures cover removal and replacement of the hot-swap disk drives. Note: You do not have to power off the system to remove a hot-swap disk drive from the system. Before you perform these procedures, ensure that the customer has taken appropriate actions to back up the data for the drive you are removing, and that the drive has been removed from the configuration.
13. See the AIX System Management Guide: Operating System and Devices to finish the drive configuration. This publication is available at the following Web address: http://www.ibm.com/systems/aix/library/. Select Technical Publications. This publication is also contained on the AIX Documentation CD. The documentation is made accessible by loading the documentation CD files onto the hard disk or by mounting the CD in the CD-ROM drive.
Removal 1. If the system is a Model 6E1, unlock and open the system door. Attention: To maintain proper system cooling, do not operate the system for more than two minutes without either a drive or a filler panel installed for each bay. 2.
Replacement 1. Install the hard disk drive in the hot-swap bay: a. Ensure the tray handle is open (perpendicular to the drive). b. Align the drive/tray assembly so that it engages the guide rails in the bay. c. Push the drive assembly into the bay until the tray handle engages the lock mechanism.
Fan 4 release latch Removal 1. If your system is a Model 6C1 (rack mount), place the system in the service position as described in “Placing the Model 6C1 in the Service Position” on page 255. Chapter 9. Removal and Replacement Procedures...
2. For fan assemblies 2, 3, and 4, you must remove the service access cover. See “Covers” on page 258. Attention: To ensure proper system cooling, do not remove the service access cover for more than 30 minutes during this procedure. 3.
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00N6453 Up to 2 Slide 00N6451 Up to 2 Media filler See note CD-ROM drive 53P2502 Cover Assembly (IBM) includes door and keylock 21P7174 Cover Assembly (OEM) includes door and keylock See note Up to 6 Hot-swap DASD 21P6581 Up to 6...
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21P6829 Access cover (rack) 21P6813 Drawer left latch (rack) 21P6815 Drawer right latch (rack) 21P6579 Front cover (IBM rack) 53P0069 Front cover (OEM rack) 53P0989 Slide (right hand) 53P0990 Slide (left hand) Note: See RS/6000 Eserver pSeries Diagnostic Information for Multiple Bus Systems for part numbers.
System Internal Cables Power Operator Panel DASD SCSI Power Power Backplane Diskette Signal Power CD-ROM Power Tape SCSI SCSI Processor Slot Backplane Power Processor Slot SCSI Rear Serial Light System Board Port #1 Path LEDs Blower Rear LEDs Blower RJ45 Serial Service Guide...
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Index Number FRU Part Units Per Description Number Assembly 21P6647 Fan power cable 21P6653 Rear LED cable 21P6657 Rear serial port #1 cable 21P6648 Processor power cable 21P6649 Up to 2 Processor power cable 21P6650 Operator panel cable 21P6655 SCSI cable 53P1466 CD-ROM signal cable 00N6573...
Keyboards and Mouse (White) Index Number FRU Part Units Per Description Number Assembly 93H8120 Keyboard, 101 United States English (ID 103P) 93H8123 Keyboard, 102 Spanish (ID 171) 93H8125 Keyboard, 102 Arabic (ID 238) 08L0904 Keyboard, 102 Belgium French (ID 120) 08L0905 Keyboard, 102 Belgium (ID 120) 08L0906...
Keyboards and Mouse (Black) Index Number FRU Part Units Per Description Number Assembly 07L9446 Keyboard, 101 United States English (ID 103P) 07L9447 Keyboard, 102 Canada French (ID 058) 07L9448 Keyboard, 102 Canada French (ID 445) 07L9449 Keyboard, 102 Spanish (ID 171) 07L9450 Keyboard, 104 Brazil Portuguese (ID 275) 07L9451...
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Index Number FRU Part Units Per Description Number Assembly 07L9479 Keyboard, US English ISO9995 (ID 103P) 07L9480 Keyboard, 106 Japan (ID 194) 07L9481 Keyboard, 101 Chinese/US (ID 467) 07L9482 Keyboard, 103 Korea (ID 413) 07L9483 Keyboard, 101 Thailand (ID 191) 08L0362 Three Button Mouse (Black) 09P4455...
Recycling facilities may not be available in your area. For information on disposal of batteries, contact your local waste disposal facility. In the United States, IBM has established a collection process for reuse, recycling, or proper disposal of used IBM sealed lead acid, nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride, and other battery packs from IBM Equipment.
3. All measurements made in conformance with ISO 7779 and declared in conformance with ISO 9296. 4. System Configurations v Model 6E1: 1 processor, 2 hard files v Model 6C1: 2 processors, 7 hard files, 3 power supplies Service Guide...
Appendix B. Notices This information was developed for products and services offered in the U.S.A. The manufacturer may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries. Consult the manufacturer’s representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to the manufacturer’s product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that product, program, or service may be used.
Appendix C. Service Processor Setup and Test For your convenience, an example of a basic service processor setup checklist is included here. Your setup may include more or fewer of the available features, so you can adjust this checklist for your own application so that it is helpful to you. Service Processor Setup Checklist 1.
Testing the Setup This section contains sample testing procedures to help ensure that your setup is working. These tests include communicating with the server operating system. Before you start, ensure that the necessary serial port(s) is configured. If you need assistance, refer to “Serial Port Configuration”...
Return to the “Telephone Number Setup Menu” on page 202 to enter the actual telephone numbers your server will use for reporting problems. Serial Port Configuration To configure the serial port on an AIX system, run the following from an AIX console: 1.
Appendix D. Modem Configurations The service processor is designed to place little demand on an attached modem, thereby increasing the setup and connection success rates. Sample Modem Configuration Files This appendix contains information about several sample modem configuration files that either work directly with your modem or provide a good starting point for a custom setup.
If Yes, use modem configuration file modem_m0.cfg and go to step 7 on page 327. Note: The IBM 7852-400 modem has DIP switches on the right side of the unit. See “IBM 7852-400 DIP Switch Settings” on page 329 for the correct switch settings.
See your modem manual for more information. Some modems, such as the IBM 7857-017, are not designed for the paging function. Although they can be used for paging, they return an error message when they do not get the expected response from another modem.
Customizing the Modem Configuration Files You can create your own modem configuration files or modify the samples provided. After you customize your modem configuration files, you must access them through the Configure Remote Maintenance Policy Service Aid rather than from the service processor menus.
IBM 7852-400 DIP Switch Settings If you are using a 7852-400 modem to enable service processor communications, for proper operation, the dual inline package (DIP) switches must be set according to the following table: Switch Position Function Force DTR Flow Control &E4...
Ring Detection Most modems produce an interrupt request each time they detect a ring signal. Some modems generate an interrupt only on the first ring signal that they receive. AT&T DataPort 2001 is an example of such a modem. The service processor uses the ring interrupt request to count the number of rings when Ring Indicate Power-On (RIPO) is enabled.
Transfer of a Modem Session Because many modem command variations exist, the sample modem configuration files located at the end of this appendix have been written to capture the largest number of workable modem settings. The modem command &Dn (where n is a number) generally sets the modem response to the Data Terminal Ready (DTR) signal from the server’s serial port.
Recovery Strategy The recovery strategy consists of making two calls to establish a remote session. This solution is the easiest to implement and allows more freedom for configuring your server’s serial ports. To set up a remote terminal session, dial into the service processor and start the system.
# Licensed Materials - Property of IBM # US Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication or # disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp. # The modem has configuration switches. They should be set to the # factory default settings, except switches 11 and 12.
Sample File modem_m1.cfg # COMPONENT_NAME: (ESPSETUP) ENTRY SERVICE PROCESSOR SETUP modem_m1 # FUNCTIONS: Modem configuration file specifically for IBM 7857-017 modem with # Auto-Reliable feature. This feature must be turned off for Catcher calls. # This example uses the AT&F reset command to choose the factory defaults.
# Licensed Materials - Property of IBM # US Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication or # disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp. # If the modem has configuration switches, they should be set to the # factory default settings.
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timeout 60 done disconnect: delay 2 # Separate from previous data. send "+++" # Assure command mode. delay 2 # Allow mode switching delay. send "ATH0T\r" # Set modem switch-hook down # (i.e., hang up). ignore "0\r" or "OK\r" timeout 2 # Ignore modem response.
# Licensed Materials - Property of IBM # US Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication or # disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp. # If the modem has configuration switches, they should be set to the # factory default settings.
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expect "16\r" or "15\r" or "14\r" or "12\r" or "10\r" or "5\r" or "1\r" busy "7\r" timeout 60 done disconnect: delay 2 # Separate from previous data. send "+++" # Assure command mode. delay 2 # Allow mode switching delay. send "ATH0T\r"...
# Licensed Materials - Property of IBM # US Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication or # disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp. # If the modem has configuration switches, they should be set to the # factory default settings.
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done retry: send "A/" # Repeat the previous command. # Expect a connection response. expect "16\r" or "15\r" or "14\r" or "12\r" or "10\r" or "5\r" or "1\r" busy "7\r" timeout 60 done disconnect: delay 2 # Separate from previous data. send "+++"...
# Licensed Materials - Property of IBM # US Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication or # disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp. # If the modem has configuration switches, they should be set to the # factory default settings.
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connect: send "ATDT%N\r" # Tone dialing command. # %N from Call Home setup. # Expect a connection response. expect "16\r" or "15\r" or "14\r" or "12\r" or "10\r" or "5\r" or "1\r" busy "7\r" timeout 60 done retry: send "A/" # Repeat the previous command.
# Licensed Materials - Property of IBM # US Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication or # disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp. # If the modem has configuration switches, they should be set to the # factory default settings.
Gregorian date of the firmware. Check the Web site at http://www.rs6000.ibm.com/support/micro for the latest level of downloadable firmware. If the version of system firmware installed on your system is older than (has an earlier date than) the system firmware shown on the web site, you should consider downloading and applying the update.
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After the firmware update file has been written into the /tmp/fwupdate directory, verify its existence by entering the following command: ls /tmp/fwupdate/cc*.img The update file name will have the format ccyyddd.img . The cc indicates that this is a combined image for the server, yy is the last two digits of the year, and ddd is the Julian date of the update file.
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hot-swap disk drives (continued) menus (continued) removal 299 service processor call-in/call-out setup 200 replacement 300 service processor call-out policy setup 204 hot-swap fan assembly 301 service processor customer account setup 205 removal 301 service processor language selection 199 replacement 302 service processor reboot policy setup 193 service processor serial port selection 201 service processor serial port snoop setup 191...
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290 replacement (continued) removal 290 bezel (Model 6C1) 263 replacement 290 bezel (Model 6E1) 262 power MAP 27 front door 257 power supply 282 hot-swap disk drives 300 removal 282 hot-swap fan assembly 302 replacement 284 media drives 293, 294...
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service processor menus (continued) text-based system management services 239 reboot policy 193 top cover (rack) 260 restart policy 193 removal 260 serial port selection 201 replacement 261 Serial Port Snoop Setup Menu 191 trademarks xvi serial port speed setup 202 transfer of a modem session 331 setup menu 188 system information 196...
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