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IBM eServer 370 xSeries User Reference Manual (218 pages)

Brand: IBM | Category: Server | Size: 9.31 MB

Table of Contents
5
Safety

9
- Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
  14
About this Book

15
- How this Book Is Organized
  15
- Notices Used in this Book
  15
Chapter 1. Introducing the IBM Xseries 370

17
- Features and Specifications
  18
- What Your Server Offers
  20
- Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability Features
  21
- Controls and Indicators
  23
  - Turning on the Server
    24
  - Turning off the Server
    25
- Front Panel
  26
- Input/Output Connectors and Expansion Slots
  27
- Power Supplies
  29
- Power Cords
  31
Chapter 2. Arranging Your Workspace

33
- Comfort
  33
- Glare and Lighting
  33
- Air Circulation
  34
- Electrical Outlets and Cable Lengths
  34
Chapter 3. Configuring Your Server

35
- Accessing Server Programs
  35
- Configuration Overview
  35
- The Configuration/Setup Utility Program
  36
- Using the Configuration/Setup Utility Main Menu
  37
  - System Summary
    38
  - System Information
    38
  - Devices and I/O Ports
    39
  - Date and Time
    39
  - System Security
    40
  - Start Options
    43
  - Advanced Setup
    44
  - Error Logs
    47
  - Save Settings
    47
  - Restore Settings
    47
  - Load Default Settings
    47
  - Exit Setup
    47
- Configuring Options
  47
- Resolving Configuration Conflicts
  48
  - Resolving Hardware Configuration Conflicts
    48
  - Resolving Software Configuration Conflicts
    49
- Using the Scsiselect Utility Program
  49
Chapter 4. Installing Options

53
- Before You Begin
  53
- Understanding the Xseries 370 Server Design
  61
  - I/O Board
    61
  - I/O Function Card
    61
  - Midplane
    61
  - Processor Controller Board
    62
  - Processor Daughterboard
    62
  - Memory Board
    62
  - Advanced System Management PCI Adapter
    63
- Preparing to Install Options
  64
- Installing Dimms and Memory Boards
  68
- Installing a Processor
  72
- Working with Adapters
  84
- Installing Internal Drives
  95
  - Internal Drive Bays
    95
  - Hard Disk Drives
    96
  - Preinstallation Steps
    97
  - Installing or Replacing a Drive
    97
- Replacing a Hot-Swap Power Supply
  100
- Replacing a Hot-Swap Fan
  104
  - Replacing a Processor Fan
    104
  - Replacing an I/O Fan
    105
- Completing the Installation
  106
- Connecting External Options
  110
  - Connecting External SCSI Devices
    110
  - Input/Output Port Connectors
    111
    
    Parallel Port
    112
    
    Video Port
    113
Chapter 5. Board and Adapter Components

117
Chapter 6. Solving Problems

131
- Diagnostic Tools Overview
  131
  - Diagnostic Programs
    131
  - Server Support
    132
  - Power-On Self-Test (POST)
    133
  - POST Beep Codes
    133
  - Error Messages
    133
  - Troubleshooting Charts
    134
  - POST Error Log
    134
  - System Error Log
    134
  - Option Diskettes
    134
- Diagnostic Programs
  135
  - Running the Diagnostic Programs
    135
  - Viewing the Test Log
    137
- Diagnostic Error Message Tables
  137
  - Failed Diagnostic Messages
    139
  - Failed Diagnostic Messages
    143
- Power-On Self-Test (POST) Beep Codes
  145
  - POST Beep Code Descriptions
    145
  - POST Beep Code Table
    147
- POST Error Codes and Messages
  147
- System-Monitoring Messages
  162
- Troubleshooting
  164
- SCSI Messages
  170
- Resolving Configuration Conflicts
  171
  - Changing the Software Configuration Setup
    171
  - Changing the Hardware Configuration Setup
    171
- Identifying Problems through Status Indicators
  171
  - Power Supply Leds
    172
  - System Component Status Indicators
    173
- Replacing the Battery
  175
Chapter 7. Getting Help, Service, and Information

179
- Service Support
  180
- Before You Call for Service
  181
- Getting Customer Support and Service
  181
  - Using the World Wide Web
    181
  - Using Electronic Support Services
    182
  - Getting Information by Fax
    182
  - Getting Help Online
    183
  - Getting Help by Telephone
    183
  - Getting Help Around the World
    184
- Purchasing Additional Services
  184
- Ordering Publications
  187
Appendix A. Product Warranties and Notices

189
Index

203

IBM eServer 370 xSeries Installation Manual (92 pages)

Brand: IBM | Category: Server | Size: 6.88 MB

Server Support
2
Table of Contents
5
Safety

7
- Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
  12
Chapter 1. Introduction

13
Chapter 2. Installing Options

21
- Working Inside a Server with Power on
  21
- Working with Adapters
  21
  - Adapter Considerations
    23
  - Installing a Pci Adapter
    24
- Installing Dimms and Memory Boards
  31
- Installing a Hot-Swap Drive
  36
- Installing a Processor
  38
- Completing the Installation
  47
- Cabling the Server
  48
Chapter 3. Server Power, Controls, and Indicators

51
- Turning on the Server
  51
- Turning off the Server
  52
- Controls and Indicators
  53
- Front Panel
  55
Chapter 4. Configuring Your Server

57
- Using the Serverguide Cds
  58
- System Management Solutions
  58
Chapter 5. Solving Problems

59
- POST Beep Code Descriptions
  59
- POST Error Messages
  60
- Serverguide Startup Problems
  61
- Troubleshooting Charts
  62
Appendix A. Product Warranties and Notices

69
- Warranty Statements
  69
- Notices
  78
- Edition Notice
  79
- Electronic Emission Notices
  81
- Power Cords
  82
Index

85

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IBM eServer 370 xSeries User Reference Manual (218 pages)

Table of Contents

Safety

About this Book

Chapter 1. Introducing the IBM Xseries 370

Chapter 2. Arranging Your Workspace

Chapter 3. Configuring Your Server

Chapter 4. Installing Options

Chapter 5. Board and Adapter Components

Chapter 6. Solving Problems

Chapter 7. Getting Help, Service, and Information

Appendix A. Product Warranties and Notices

Index

IBM eServer 370 xSeries Installation Manual (92 pages)

Table of Contents

Safety

Chapter 1. Introduction

Chapter 2. Installing Options

Chapter 3. Server Power, Controls, and Indicators

Chapter 4. Configuring Your Server

Chapter 5. Solving Problems

Appendix A. Product Warranties and Notices

Index

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