ERserver xSeries 206 Type 8482 User’s Guide
ERserver xSeries 206 Type 8482 User’s Guide
Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in and Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 33. First Edition (April 2004) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2004. All rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.
Contents Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v Chapter 1. Introducing the xSeries 206 Type 8482 server Related documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Notices and statements used in this document . . . . . . Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . What your server offers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reliability, availability, and serviceability . . . . . . . . IBM Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Update Xpress program . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic emission notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement . . Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement . Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada . European Union EMC Directive conformance statement . . Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Power cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança. Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí. Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt. Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften. Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information. Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.
Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad. Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. Statement 1: DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet.
Statement 2: CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.
Statement 4: ≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. Statement 5: CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
Statement 8: CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician. Statement 12: CAUTION: The following label indicates a hot surface nearby.
Statement 15: CAUTION: Make sure that the rack is secured properly to avoid tipping when the server unit is extended. WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Chapter 1. Introducing the xSeries 206 Type 8482 server The IBM® Eserver™ xSeries™ 206 Type 8482 server is a high-performance server based on IBM X-Architecture™ technologies. It is ideally suited for networking environments that require superior microprocessor performance, improved systems management as well as flexible memory and data management. Performance, ease of use, reliability, and expansion capabilities were key considerations in the design of your server.
Related documentation This User’s Guide provides general information about your server, including information about features, how to configure the server, and how to get help. In addition to this User’s Guide, the following documentation comes with your server: v Installation Guide This printed document contains instructions for setting up your server and basic instructions for installing some options.
Notices and statements used in this document The caution and danger statements that appear in this document are also in the multilingual Safety Information document, which is on the IBM xSeries® Documentation CD. Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in the Safety Information document. The following notices and statements are used in this document: v Notes: These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice.
Features and specifications The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of your server. Depending on your server model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply. You can use the Configuration/Setup Utility program in your server to determine the specific type of microprocessor that is on the system board. Table 1.
What your server offers Your server uses the following features and technologies: v High-performance graphics controller Your server comes with a graphics controller in the mini-PCI slot on the system board. This high-performance controller supports high resolutions and includes many performance-enhancing features for your operating-system environment. v IBM Enhanced Diagnostics CD Your server comes with a IBM Enhanced Diagnostics CD, which you can use to diagnose problems.
v Systems-management capabilities Your server supports an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II. This adapter, when used with the systems-management software that comes with your server, enables you to manage the functions of the server locally and remotely. The Remote Supervisor Adapter II also provides system monitoring, event recording, and dial-out alert capability. See the documentation that comes with your systems-management software for more information.
v Error codes and messages v Error correcting code (ECC) double-data-rate (DDR) synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) with serial presence detect (SPD) v Error logging of POST failures v v v v v v v v v v v v v Hot-swap SCSI hard disk drives Integrated Ethernet controller Support for the optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II Key-lock support for physical security Memory change messages posted to the error log Power-on self-test (POST) Predictive Failure Analysis® (PFA) alerts Read-only memor
IBM Director With IBM Director, a network administrator can: v View the hardware configuration of remote systems, in detail v Monitor the usage and performance of critical components, such as microprocessors, disks, and memory v Centrally manage individual or large groups of IBM and non-IBM Intel-based servers, desktop computers, workstations, and mobile computers on a variety of platforms IBM Director provides a comprehensive entry-level workgroup hardware manager.
Update Xpress program The UpdateXpress program is available for most xSeries servers and server options. It detects supported and installed device drivers and firmware in your server and installs available updates. You can download the UpdateXpress program from the Web at no additional cost, or you can purchase it on a CD. To download the program or purchase the CD, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/ww/eserver/xseries/serverguide/xpress.html.
Hard disk drive activity LED When this LED is flashing, it indicates that a hard disk drive is in use. Hot-swap hard disk drive activity LED (some models) On hot-swap server models, each hot-swap drive has a hard disk drive activity LED. When this green LED is flashing, it indicates that the drive is in use. Hot-swap hard disk drive status LED (some models) On hot-swap server models, each hot-swap hard disk drive has a amber status LED.
Rear view The following illustration shows the connectors on the rear of the server. Power cord Mouse Keyboard Parallel Serial 1 Video USB 1 USB 2 2 1 Ethernet Serial 2 Power-cord connector Connect the power cord to this connector. Mouse connector Connect a mouse or other PS/2® device to this connector. Keyboard connector Connect a PS/2 keyboard to this connector. Parallel connector Connect a parallel device to this connector. Serial 1 connector Connect a 9-pin serial device to this connector.
Server power features When the server is connected to an ac power source but is not turned on, the operating system does not run, and all core logic is shut down; however, the server can respond to remote requests to turn on the server. The power-on LED flashes to indicate that the server is connected to an ac power source but is not turned on (standby mode).
Turning off the server When you turn off the server and leave it connected to ac power, the server can respond to remote requests to turn on the server. To remove all power from the server, you must disconnect it from the power source. Some operating systems require an orderly shutdown before you turn off the server. See your operating-system documentation for information about shutting down the operating system.
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Chapter 2. Configuring your server The following configuration programs are provided with your server: v Configuration/Setup Utility program v v v v v © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004 The Configuration/Setup Utility program is part of the basic input/output system (BIOS) code in your server. Use it to configure serial port assignments, change interrupt request (IRQ) settings, change the startup-device sequence, set the date and time, and set passwords.
v ServeRAID Manager ServeRAID™ Manager is available as a stand-alone program and as an IBM Director extension. If a ServeRAID controller is installed in your server, use ServeRAID Manager to define and configure your disk-array subsystem before you install your operating system. For information about using this program, see “Using ServeRAID Manager” on page 25.
v v v v – Product Data Select this choice to view the machine type and model of your server, the serial number, and the revision level or issue date of the BIOS code stored in electrically erasable programmable ROM (EEPROM). Devices and I/O Ports Select this choice to view or change assignments for devices and input/output (I/O) ports. Select this choice to enable or disable integrated SCSI and Ethernet controllers and all standard ports (such as serial and parallel).
the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu. If a supervisor password is set, the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu is available only if you type the supervisor password at the password prompt. See “Supervisor password” on page 19 for more information. v Advanced Setup Select this choice to change settings for advanced hardware features. v v v v v v 18 Important: The server might malfunction if these options are incorrectly configured. Follow the instructions on the screen carefully.
Select this choice to exit from the Configuration/Setup Utility program. If you have not saved the changes you have made in the settings, you are asked whether you want to save the changes or exit without saving them. Passwords From the System Security choice, you can set, change, and delete a user (power-on) password and a supervisor (administrator) password. The System Security choice is on the full Configuration/Setup menu only.
Resetting passwords If you forget the user or supervisor password, you can change the pin position of the clear CMOS jumper on the system board to bypass the user or supervisor password check. This enables you to reset these passwords. Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD includes an easy-to-use setup and installation program that is designed for your IBM server.
v Detects installed hardware options and provides updated device drivers for most adapters and devices. v Provides diskette-free installation for supported Windows operating systems. v Includes an online readme file with links to tips for your hardware and operating system installation. Setup and configuration overview When you use the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, you do not need setup diskettes. You can use the CD to configure any supported IBM server model.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/. In the Download section, click Downloads & drivers. On the “Downloads and drivers” page, in the Brand field, select, Servers. In the Family field, select xSeries 206. Click Continue. In the View by document type field, select OS installation. Select the instructions for your operating system.
v If you install a different type of RAID controller in your server, use the configuration method described in the instructions that come with that RAID controller to view or change SCSI settings for attached devices. Using the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility programs (for Serial ATA RAID) Use the Array Configuration Utility within the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility programs to add RAID levels 0 and 1 functionality to the integrated Serial ATA (SATA) controller.
7. (optional), Type an identifier for the array. 8. Select Quick Int when asked for the array build method. 9. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the configuration, and select Done to exit. 10. Restart the server. Viewing the configuration: Complete the following steps to view information about the Serial ATA controller: 1. Start the Array Configuration Utility. 2. From the Array Configuration Utility window, select Manage Arrays. 3. Select an array and press Enter. 4.
4. From the list of ready drives, select the two drives that you want to group into the array. 5. Select Create new RAID-1. 6. Type an identifier for the array. 7. Select Yes to create the array. 8. Press Esc to exit the utility. 9. Restart the server. Viewing the configuration: You can use the SCSISelect Utility program to view information about the SCSI controller. From the list of available arrays, select an array and press Enter. Press Esc to exit the utility.
Using express configuration Complete the following steps to use Express configuration: 1. In the ServeRAID Manager tree, click the controller that you want to configure. 2. 3. 4. 5. From the toolbar, click Create. Click Express configuration. Click Next. The “Configuration summary” window opens. Review the information that is displayed in the “Configuration summary” window. To change the configuration, click Modify arrays or Modify logical drives.
Viewing the configuration You can use ServeRAID Manager to view information about RAID controllers and the RAID subsystem (such as arrays, logical drives, hot-spare drives, and physical drives). When you click an object in the ServeRAID Manager tree, information about that object appears in the right pane. To display a list of available actions for an object, click the object and click Actions. To display available actions for an item, click the item in the ServeRAID Manager tree and click Actions.
Using the SCSISelect Utility program (some models) Use the SCSISelect Utility program to configure SCSI devices. Starting the SCSISelect Utility program Complete the following steps to start the SCSISelect utility program: 1. Turn on the server. 2. When the prompt <<< Press for SCSISelect Utility! >>> appears, press Ctrl+A. If you have set an administrator password, you are prompted to type the password. 3.
– Advanced Configuration Select this choice to view or change the settings for advanced configuration options. v SCSI Disk Utilities Select this choice to view the SCSI IDs assignments or to format a SCSI device. Select a device from the list and read the instructions on the screen carefully before making a selection. If you press Ctrl+A before a selected drive is ready, an Unexpected SCSI Command Failure screen might appear. Restart the server and watch the SCSISelect messages as each drive spins up.
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Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from IBM to assist you. This appendix contains information about where to go for additional information about IBM and IBM products, what to do if you experience a problem with your xSeries or IntelliStation® system, and whom to call for service, if it is necessary.
Getting help and information from the World Wide Web On the World Wide Web, the IBM Web site has up-to-date information about IBM xSeries and IntelliStation products, services, and support. The address for IBM xSeries information is http://www.ibm.com/eserver/xseries/. The address for IBM IntelliStation information is http://www.ibm.com/pc/intellistation/. You can find service information for your IBM products, including supported options, at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/.
Appendix B. Notices This information was developed for products and services offered in the U.S.A. IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries. Consult your local IBM representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that IBM product, program, or service may be used.
Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both: Active Memory Active PCI Active PCI-X Alert on LAN C2T Interconnect Chipkill EtherJet e-business logo Eserver FlashCopy IBM IntelliStation NetBAY Netfinity NetView OS/2 WARP Predictive Failure Analysis PS/2 ServeRAID ServerGuide ServerProven TechConnect ThinkPad Tivoli Tivoli Enterprise Update Connector Wake on LAN XA-32 XA-64 X-Architecture XceL4 XpandOnDemand xSerie
When referring to processor storage, real and virtual storage, or channel volume, KB stands for approximately 1000 bytes, MB stands for approximately 1 000 000 bytes, and GB stands for approximately 1 000 000 000 bytes. When referring to hard disk drive capacity or communications volume, MB stands for 1 000 000 bytes, and GB stands for 1 000 000 000 bytes. Total user-accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environments.
Battery return program This product may contain a sealed lead acid, nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride, lithium, or lithium ion battery. Consult your user manual or service manual for specific battery information. The battery must be recycled or disposed of properly. Recycling facilities may not be available in your area. For information on disposal of batteries outside the United States, go to http://www.ibm.com/ibm/environment/products/batteryrecycle.shtml or contact your local waste disposal facility.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
For units intended to be operated at 115 volts: Use a UL-listed and CSA-certified cord set consisting of a minimum 18 AWG, Type SVT or SJT, three-conductor cord, a maximum of 15 feet in length and a parallel blade, grounding-type attachment plug rated 15 amperes, 125 volts. For units intended to be operated at 230 volts (U.S.
IBM power cord part number Used in these countries and regions 14F0087 Israel 1838574 Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, Caicos Islands, Canada, Cayman Islands, Costa Rica, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guam, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Japan, Mexico, Micronesia (Federal States of), Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Taiwan, United States of America, Venezuela 24P6858 Korea (Democratic People’s
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Index A acoustical noise emissions 4 Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility using 23 adapter, specifications 4 advanced setup 18 Array Configuration Utility using to configure the SATA controller arrays using ServeRAID Manager 25 attention notices 3 availability features 6 diskette drive (continued) specifications 4 diskette eject button 9 E 23 C cache control 18 caution statements 3 CD-ROM drive activity LED 9 eject button 9 specifications 4 Class B electronic emission notice 36 configuration Configuration/
I IBM Configuration/Setup Utility program menu choices 16 starting 16 using 16 IBM Director 8 important notices 3 indicators 9 integrated Serial ATA controller configuring 23 Intel Gigabit Ethernet Utility enabling 27 general 15 L LEDs hard disk drive activity 10 4 N NOS installation with ServerGuide 21 without ServerGuide 21 notes 3 notes, important 34 notices electronic emission 36 FCC, Class B 36 notices and statements 3 O online publications 2 P password forgotten power-on 19 setting 17 using 19
systems management 8 T temperature 4 trademarks 34 U United States electronic emission Class B notice 36 United States FCC Class B notice 36 update device drivers and firmware 9 using Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility 23 Boot Menu program 22 IBM Configuration/Setup Utility program 15, 16 passwords 17, 19 SCSI HostRAID to configure the controller 24 SCSISelect Utility program 28 ServeRAID Manager 25 the Adaptec HostRAID configuration programs 22 the SATA HostRAID feature 23 the SCSI HostRAID feature 24 t
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Part Number: 88P9335 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 88P9335
