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IBM Eserver xSeries 360 Type 8686 Hardware Maintenance Manual (198 pages)

Hardware Maintenance Manual

Brand: IBM | Category: Server | Size: 10.03 MB

About this Manual

5
General Checkout

11
Features Overview

13
- Features and Specifications
  14
- Notices and Statements Used in this Book
  14
- What the Xseries 360 Offers
  15
- Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability
  17
- Controls and Indicators
  18
- Operator Information Panel
  19
  - Turning on the Server
    20
  - Turning off the Server
    21
  - Standby Mode
    22
Diagnostics

23
- Diagnostic Tools Overview
  23
- Post
  24
- Error Logs
  24
- Small Computer Systems Interface (SCSI) Messages
  24
- Diagnostic Programs and Error Messages
  25
  - Starting the Diagnostic Programs
    25
  - Error Code Format
    26
  - Text Message Format
    26
  - Viewing the Test Log
    27
  - Viewing the System Event/Error Log
    27
  - Diagnostic Error Messages
    27
- Recovering the BIOS Code
  28
- Power Supply Leds
  29
- Level 2 Light Path Diagnostics
  29
  - Level 2 Diagnostic Panel Leds
    30
  - Level 2 Light Path Troubleshooting
    31
- Power Checkout
  32
- Error Symptoms
  32
- Ethernet Controller Troubleshooting
  32
- Battery Replacement
  33
Configuration

37
Using the Serverguide Cds

67
Installing Components

73
- Major Components of the Xseries 360 Server
  74
- Internal Connector and LED Locations
  75
- Before You Begin
  81
  - System Reliability Considerations
    81
  - Working Inside the Server with the Power on
    82
- Internal Component Locations
  82
  - Removing the Server Top Cover and Bezel
    82
  - Working with Adapters
    83
  - Adapter Considerations
    84
  - Internal Drive Installation
    89
  - Internal Drive Bays
    90
  - Memory Modules
    94
  - Microprocessor Installation
    96
  - VRM Replacement
    99
  - Hot-Swap Power Supply Installation
    100
  - Hot-Swap Fan Replacement
    102
  - Installing the Serial Cable
    103
  - Locking PCI Slot 6
    104
  - Enabling the Serial Port
    105
  - Completing the Installation
    105
  - Updating the Server Configuration
    106
- Connecting External Options
  107
  - Input/Output Ports
    107
    
    Universal Serial Bus Ports
    108
    
    Video Port
    108
    
    Keyboard Port
    109
    
    Ethernet Port
    110
  - Cabling the Server
    113
FRU Information (Service Only)

115
- Hot-Swap Drive Backplane
  115
- Light Path Diagnostic Card
  116
- Operator Panel Card
  118
- PCI Adapter Switch Card
  119
- Power Supply Backplane
  120
- System Board/Shuttle
  120
- Replacing the Serial Port Cable
  123
- Symptom-To-FRU Index
  125
- Beep Symptoms
  125
- No Beep Symptoms
  127
- Level 2 Light Path LED Errors
  128
- Diagnostic Error Codes
  130
- Error Symptoms
  137
- Serverguide Error Symptoms
  141
- SMI Handler Messages
  142
- Power Supply LED Errors
  143
- POST Error Codes
  144
- Serveraid
  149
- SCSI Error Codes
  149
- Temperature Error Messages
  149
- Fan Error Messages
  150
- Power Error Messages
  150
- System Shutdown
  151
  - Voltage Related System Shutdown
    151
  - Temperature Related System Shutdown
    151
- DASD Checkout
  151
- Processor Checkout
  152
- I2C Bus Fault Messages
  152
- Undetermined Problems
  153
Related Service Information

155
- Safety Information
  155
  - General Safety
    155
  - Electrical Safety
    156
  - Safety Inspection Guide
    157
  - Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
    158
  - Grounding Requirements
    158
  - Safety Notices (Multilingual Translations)
    159
- Problem Determination Tips
  188
- Notices
  188
- Trademarks
  189
Parts

191
- System
  193
- Keyboards
  194

IBM Eserver xSeries 360 Type 8686 User Reference Manual (184 pages)

Brand: IBM | Category: Server | Size: 5.6 MB

Table of Contents
5
Safety

9
Chapter 1. Introducing the Xseries 360 Server

15
Chapter 2. Arranging Your Workspace

25
- Comfort
  25
- Glare and Lighting
  25
- Air Circulation
  25
- Electrical Outlets and Cable Lengths
  26
Chapter 3. Configuring the Server

27
Chapter 4. Using the Serverguide™ Cds

59
Chapter 5. Installing Options

65
- Before You Begin
  65
Chapter 6. Solving Problems

109
- Diagnostic Tools Overview
  109
- Server Support
  110
- Post
  111
  - POST Beep Code Descriptions
    111
  - POST Beep Codes
    113
  - POST Error Messages
    114
  - Serverguide Problems
    124
  - Error Logs
    124
- Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) Messages
  125
- Diagnostic Programs and Error Messages
  125
  - Starting the Diagnostic Programs
    125
  - Error Code Format
    126
  - Text Message Format
    127
  - Viewing the Test Log
    127
  - Viewing the System Event/Error Log
    127
- Diagnostic Error Message Tables
  128
- Recovering the BIOS Code
  134
- Power Supply Leds
  135
- Light Path Diagnostics
  137
  - Level 2 Diagnostic Panel Leds
    138
  - Level 2 Light Path Troubleshooting
    139
- Troubleshooting Charts
  143
  - Troubleshooting the Ethernet Controller
    148
  - Ethernet Controller Messages
    150
- Replacing the Battery
  156
- Getting Information, Help, and Service
  158
  - Getting Information
    158
  - Getting Help and Service
    159
  - Telephone Numbers
    160
  - International Warranty Service
    161
  - Purchasing Additional Services
    161
Appendix A. Warranty Information

163
- Warranty Period
  163
- Warranty Service and Support
  163
  - Before You Call for Service
    163
  - Calling for Service
    164
- IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000
  165
  - Part 1 - General Terms
    165
  - Part 2 - Country-Unique Terms
    167
Appendix B. Notices

173

IBM Eserver xSeries 360 Type 8686 Installation Manual (74 pages)

Brand: IBM | Category: Server | Size: 3.11 MB

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IBM Eserver xSeries 360 Type 8686 Hardware Maintenance Manual (198 pages)

Table of Contents

About this Manual

General Checkout

Features Overview

Diagnostics

Configuration

Using the Serverguide Cds

Installing Components

FRU Information (Service Only)

Related Service Information

Parts

IBM Eserver xSeries 360 Type 8686 User Reference Manual (184 pages)

Table of Contents

Safety

Chapter 1. Introducing the Xseries 360 Server

Chapter 2. Arranging Your Workspace

Chapter 3. Configuring the Server

Chapter 4. Using the Serverguide™ Cds

Chapter 5. Installing Options

Chapter 6. Solving Problems

Appendix A. Warranty Information

Appendix B. Notices

IBM Eserver xSeries 360 Type 8686 Installation Manual (74 pages)

Table of Contents

Safety

Chapter 1. Introduction

Chapter 2. Installing Options

Chapter 3. Server Power, Controls, and Indicators

Chapter 4. Configuring the Server

Chapter 5. Solving Problems

Appendix A. Warranty Information

Appendix B. Notices

Index

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