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...: approximately 43.1 kg (95 lb) when fully configured or 31.75 kg (70 lb) minimum Integrated functions: v Baseboard management controller v IBM EXA-4 chip set with RAID capabilities v Support for up to four microprocessors Note: Use the Configuration/Setup Utility program to 95°F); Two on...standard on some models only) Expansion slots: Seven PCI Express x8 (half-length) slots: v Five non-hot-swap v Two hot-swap Upgradeable microcode: System BIOS, FPGA, diagnostics, service processor, BMC, and SAS microcode Power supply: v Standard: Two dual-rated power supplies - 1440 watts at 220 V ac...
...: approximately 43.1 kg (95 lb) when fully configured or 31.75 kg (70 lb) minimum Integrated functions: v Baseboard management controller v IBM EXA-4 chip set with RAID capabilities v Support for up to four microprocessors Note: Use the Configuration/Setup Utility program to 95°F); Two on...standard on some models only) Expansion slots: Seven PCI Express x8 (half-length) slots: v Five non-hot-swap v Two hot-swap Upgradeable microcode: System BIOS, FPGA, diagnostics, service processor, BMC, and SAS microcode Power supply: v Standard: Two dual-rated power supplies - 1440 watts at 220 V ac...
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...ibm.com/pc/qtechinfo/MIGR4ZKPPT.html. Chapter 4. If the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD did not come with the server, you can use the following steps: 1. e. You will need your keyboard layout and country. Use this CD during the initial installation of the BIOS... utility programs v RAID configuration programs - Follow the instructions on the IBM System x Documentation CD. Start the operating-system installation. For information about your operating system and adapter. Select your IBM server. If the CD does not start the ServerGuide Setup and Installation...
...ibm.com/pc/qtechinfo/MIGR4ZKPPT.html. Chapter 4. If the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD did not come with the server, you can use the following steps: 1. e. You will need your keyboard layout and country. Use this CD during the initial installation of the BIOS... utility programs v RAID configuration programs - Follow the instructions on the IBM System x Documentation CD. Start the operating-system installation. For information about your operating system and adapter. Select your IBM server. If the CD does not start the ServerGuide Setup and Installation...
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.../O board shuttle assembly 3. Microprocessor board b. If the memory resource settings are listed in the Action column until the problem is preceded by the system. Solving problems 43 Reseat the following components: a. Replace the components listed in step 2 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting ...early in the Problem Determination and Service Guide to the PCI adapter. Configuration/Setup Utility program and enable the DIMM. 2. Disabling the BIOS on the adapter might correct the error. I /O board shuttle assembly 3. If the DIMM was disabled by the user, run ...
.../O board shuttle assembly 3. Microprocessor board b. If the memory resource settings are listed in the Action column until the problem is preceded by the system. Solving problems 43 Reseat the following components: a. Replace the components listed in step 2 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting ...early in the Problem Determination and Service Guide to the PCI adapter. Configuration/Setup Utility program and enable the DIMM. 2. Disabling the BIOS on the adapter might correct the error. I /O board shuttle assembly 3. If the DIMM was disabled by the user, run ...
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...components listed in step 3 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time. 44 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: Installation Guide Hard disk drive b. Reseat the following components: a. v Follow the suggested actions in the... order in which components are listed in the Action column until the problem is installed. I9990305 An operating system was not 1. DVD drive and cables d. Update the BIOS...
...components listed in step 3 one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time. 44 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: Installation Guide Hard disk drive b. Reseat the following components: a. v Follow the suggested actions in the... order in which components are listed in the Action column until the problem is installed. I9990305 An operating system was not 1. DVD drive and cables d. Update the BIOS...
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...were previously disabled. v The monitor cables are firmly connected. 2. Move the memory card to the correct connector on . Note: BIOS detects a new configuration and automatically re-enables the memory slots that : v The server is attached to a KVM switch, bypass...complete the following components: a. Turn on . f. I/O board shuttle assembly 5. v Replace the Remote Supervisor Adapter II. 50 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: Installation Guide Make sure the monitor cables are connected correctly. Run the diagnostic programs. If the monitor passes the ...
...were previously disabled. v The monitor cables are firmly connected. 2. Move the memory card to the correct connector on . Note: BIOS detects a new configuration and automatically re-enables the memory slots that : v The server is attached to a KVM switch, bypass...complete the following components: a. Turn on . f. I/O board shuttle assembly 5. v Replace the Remote Supervisor Adapter II. 50 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: Installation Guide Make sure the monitor cables are connected correctly. Run the diagnostic programs. If the monitor passes the ...
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... performed only by "(Trained service technician only)," that the distance between the monitor and any external diskette drive is displayed, update the BIOS code with the correct screen. Monitor b. Reseat the following components: a. Chapter 6. Symptom Action The monitor has screen jitter, or...jitter or wavy, unreadable, rolling, or distorted screen images. If this happens, turn on might cause unpredictable problems. 2. Non-IBM monitor cables might cause screen discoloration. I/O board shuttle assembly 3. Wrong characters appear on the 1. If the wrong language is ...
... performed only by "(Trained service technician only)," that the distance between the monitor and any external diskette drive is displayed, update the BIOS code with the correct screen. Monitor b. Reseat the following components: a. Chapter 6. Symptom Action The monitor has screen jitter, or...jitter or wavy, unreadable, rolling, or distorted screen images. If this happens, turn on might cause unpredictable problems. 2. Non-IBM monitor cables might cause screen discoloration. I/O board shuttle assembly 3. Wrong characters appear on the 1. If the wrong language is ...
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...Server on some models only) Expansion slots: Seven PCI Express x8 (half-length) slots: v Five non-hot-swap v Two hot-swap Upgradeable microcode: System BIOS, FPGA, diagnostics, service processor, BMC, and SAS microcode Power supply: v Standard: Two dual-rated power supplies - 1440 watts at 220 V ac... input: v Sine-wave input (50-60 Hz) required v Input voltage low range: - Minimum: 0.39 kVA - Maximum: 1.65 kVA 4 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: User's Guide Three on server model, expandable to 256 GB v Type: Registered, ECC, PC2-5300 double data rate (DDR) II,...
...Server on some models only) Expansion slots: Seven PCI Express x8 (half-length) slots: v Five non-hot-swap v Two hot-swap Upgradeable microcode: System BIOS, FPGA, diagnostics, service processor, BMC, and SAS microcode Power supply: v Standard: Two dual-rated power supplies - 1440 watts at 220 V ac... input: v Sine-wave input (50-60 Hz) required v Input voltage low range: - Minimum: 0.39 kVA - Maximum: 1.65 kVA 4 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: User's Guide Three on server model, expandable to 256 GB v Type: Registered, ECC, PC2-5300 double data rate (DDR) II,...
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...) specification. Network interfaces and settings - Vital product data, firmware, and BIOS configuration - The information is collected into a file that are stored in integrated USB memory and collect and analyze system information to aid in diagnosing server problems. The diagnostic programs collect the following..., remove, or replace hard disk drives without turning off the server. With the hot-swap feature, you to the 6 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: User's Guide It provides the hardware support for PCI Express x8 adapters. v Large data-storage capacity and hot...
...) specification. Network interfaces and settings - Vital product data, firmware, and BIOS configuration - The information is collected into a file that are stored in integrated USB memory and collect and analyze system information to aid in diagnosing server problems. The diagnostic programs collect the following..., remove, or replace hard disk drives without turning off the server. With the hot-swap feature, you to the 6 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: User's Guide It provides the hardware support for PCI Express x8 adapters. v Large data-storage capacity and hot...
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... The server supports an IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II. The System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 server 7 If a problem occurs with the primary Ethernet connection, all Ethernet traffic that is associated with which provide redundant power for fan,...v Automatic error retry and recovery v Automatic restart after a power failure v Availability of microcode and diagnostic levels v Backup basic input/output system (BIOS) switching under the control of independent disks (RAID) configurations. One or more multi-core microprocessors provides SMP capability. When this switching occurs ...
... The server supports an IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II. The System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 server 7 If a problem occurs with the primary Ethernet connection, all Ethernet traffic that is associated with which provide redundant power for fan,...v Automatic error retry and recovery v Automatic restart after a power failure v Availability of microcode and diagnostic levels v Backup basic input/output system (BIOS) switching under the control of independent disks (RAID) configurations. One or more multi-core microprocessors provides SMP capability. When this switching occurs ...
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...system-error LED v Remote system problem-determination support v ROM-based diagnostic programs v Standby voltage for systems-management features and monitoring v Startup (boot) from LAN using Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) protocol v System auto-configuring from the configuration menu v System error logging v Upgradeable microcode for POST, BIOS... list of operating systems that are designed to 8 weeks. v Ease of managing and supporting 8 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: User's Guide v Service processor adapter for remote systems management v Parity checking...
...system-error LED v Remote system problem-determination support v ROM-based diagnostic programs v Standby voltage for systems-management features and monitoring v Startup (boot) from LAN using Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) protocol v System auto-configuring from the configuration menu v System error logging v Upgradeable microcode for POST, BIOS... list of operating systems that are designed to 8 weeks. v Ease of managing and supporting 8 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: User's Guide v Service processor adapter for remote systems management v Parity checking...
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... update (J57) 3 4 1 2 1 2 Boot recovery (J17) 3 Table 3 describes the function of the force BMC update jumper disables normal baseboard management controller operation. 22 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: User's Guide Microprocessor board jumper blocks Jumper name Description Boot recovery (BIOS) (J17) The default position is pins 1 and 2 (use the secondary page during startup).
... update (J57) 3 4 1 2 1 2 Boot recovery (J17) 3 Table 3 describes the function of the force BMC update jumper disables normal baseboard management controller operation. 22 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: User's Guide Microprocessor board jumper blocks Jumper name Description Boot recovery (BIOS) (J17) The default position is pins 1 and 2 (use the secondary page during startup).
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... remove a DIMM, the server displays a message that was designated as Disabled in numeric order, starting with one pair of DIMMs must be sure to the BIOS when you install or remove DIMMs. The only exception is if you want to operate. The following illustration shows the DIMM connectors on each memory...
... remove a DIMM, the server displays a message that was designated as Disabled in numeric order, starting with one pair of DIMMs must be sure to the BIOS when you install or remove DIMMs. The only exception is if you want to operate. The following illustration shows the DIMM connectors on each memory...
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... among the microprocessors. The following steps. Be sure to determine the specific type of supported operating systems, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/. Click IBM System x3850 M2 or IBM System x3950 M2 to update the basic input/output system (BIOS) code. Note: Changes are mounted on the microprocessor board with the optional microprocessor must be installed...
... among the microprocessors. The following steps. Be sure to determine the specific type of supported operating systems, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/. Click IBM System x3850 M2 or IBM System x3950 M2 to update the basic input/output system (BIOS) code. Note: Changes are mounted on the microprocessor board with the optional microprocessor must be installed...
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...system (BIOS). For more information and to download Electronic Service Agent, go to configure serial port assignments and scalable partitions, change interrupt request (IRQ) settings, change the startup-device sequence, set the date and time, and set in the startup sequence. LSI Logic MegaRAID Storage Manager program © Copyright IBM... CD The ServerGuide program provides software-setup tools and installation tools that is part of the BIOS. v IBM Electronic Service Agent IBM Electronic Service Agent is set passwords. For information about using this program, see "Using the...
...system (BIOS). For more information and to download Electronic Service Agent, go to configure serial port assignments and scalable partitions, change interrupt request (IRQ) settings, change the startup-device sequence, set the date and time, and set in the startup sequence. LSI Logic MegaRAID Storage Manager program © Copyright IBM... CD The ServerGuide program provides software-setup tools and installation tools that is part of the BIOS. v IBM Electronic Service Agent IBM Electronic Service Agent is set passwords. For information about using this program, see "Using the...
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...speed, and cache sizes of the microprocessors, type and speed of installed USB devices, and the amount of the BIOS and diagnostics code 54 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: User's Guide Turn on the full and limited Configuration/Setup Utility menu. Configuration/Setup Utility menu ... you have set both a power-on the version of the BIOS code, some of startup devices v Set and change settings directly in the system summary; Depending on password and an administrator password, you install the operating system. This choice is on the server. 2. If you cannot ...
...speed, and cache sizes of the microprocessors, type and speed of installed USB devices, and the amount of the BIOS and diagnostics code 54 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: User's Guide Turn on the full and limited Configuration/Setup Utility menu. Configuration/Setup Utility menu ... you have set both a power-on the version of the BIOS code, some of startup devices v Set and change settings directly in the system summary; Depending on password and an administrator password, you install the operating system. This choice is on the server. 2. If you cannot ...
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...Configuration/Setup Utility menu only. - The server starts from the first boot record that it . If you enable the boot fail count, the BIOS default settings will not be able to disconnecting the device). Configuring the server 55 Enable is equivalent to detect it (this is the default setting...set an administrator password and then forget it, there is set passwords. If the server has Wake on LAN hardware and software and the operating system supports Wake on page 61 for some server components. Select this choice to set or change , override, or remove it finds. If you...
...Configuration/Setup Utility menu only. - The server starts from the first boot record that it . If you enable the boot fail count, the BIOS default settings will not be able to disconnecting the device). Configuring the server 55 Enable is equivalent to detect it (this is the default setting...set an administrator password and then forget it, there is set passwords. If the server has Wake on LAN hardware and software and the operating system supports Wake on page 61 for some server components. Select this choice to set or change , override, or remove it finds. If you...
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... operation, be sure to display the matrix of downloadable files for the server. 5. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/. 2. Click IBM System x3850 M2 or IBM System x3950 M2 to update the baseboard management controller firmware before or after you will perform the configuration and create a firmware update... which you update the BIOS code, IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II firmware, and Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) firmware. Using the firmware update utility program Use the baseboard management controller firmware update utility program to the IBM Web site. This program...
... operation, be sure to display the matrix of downloadable files for the server. 5. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/. 2. Click IBM System x3850 M2 or IBM System x3950 M2 to update the baseboard management controller firmware before or after you will perform the configuration and create a firmware update... which you update the BIOS code, IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II firmware, and Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) firmware. Using the firmware update utility program Use the baseboard management controller firmware update utility program to the IBM Web site. This program...
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... described in this document. 1. The actual procedure might vary slightly from a command-line interface. Go to the IBM Web site. Click IBM System x3850 M2 or IBM System x3950 M2 to display the matrix of downloadable files for example, 0). From the BMC software section, download the management utility (SMBRIDGE). 6.... will lose access to any data or applications that you create arrays. Use this feature also to remotely view and change the BIOS settings. The following steps. v When you use the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD to configure the integrated SAS controller with a ...
... described in this document. 1. The actual procedure might vary slightly from a command-line interface. Go to the IBM Web site. Click IBM System x3850 M2 or IBM System x3950 M2 to display the matrix of downloadable files for example, 0). From the BMC software section, download the management utility (SMBRIDGE). 6.... will lose access to any data or applications that you create arrays. Use this feature also to remotely view and change the BIOS settings. The following steps. v When you use the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD to configure the integrated SAS controller with a ...
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...complete the following items for which you want to the selected SAS controller and which devices make up properties v PHY properties 68 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: User's Guide When you have changed. Configuring the controller and devices To configure a SAS controller and attached devices...change the settings of the selected items, follow the instructions in the documentation that will be in effect (disabled, BIOS only, OS only, or both BIOS and OS). To change SCSI settings for attached devices. Format and verify an attached device. Use the Help ...
...complete the following items for which you want to the selected SAS controller and which devices make up properties v PHY properties 68 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: User's Guide When you have changed. Configuring the controller and devices To configure a SAS controller and attached devices...change the settings of the selected items, follow the instructions in the documentation that will be in effect (disabled, BIOS only, OS only, or both BIOS and OS). To change SCSI settings for attached devices. Format and verify an attached device. Use the Help ...
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... 30 installing 30 ServeRAID-MR10k 29 PCI 30 PCI Express 30 ServeRAID-MR10k 29 adding memory card 39 administrator password 61 attention notices 2 Automatic BIOS recovery 7 availability 7 B battery return program 76 bays 4 C cable external cabling 51 routing 51 cabling the server 51 cache 4 caution ...connector electrostatic-discharge 11 external SAS 14 Gigabit Ethernet 12 power-supply 13, 14 system serial 14 USB, front 10 USB, rear 14 cooling 7 D danger statements 2 device drivers 9 dimensions 4 drives 4 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2007 DVD-eject button 10 DVD-ROM activity LED 10 eject button 10...
... 30 installing 30 ServeRAID-MR10k 29 PCI 30 PCI Express 30 ServeRAID-MR10k 29 adding memory card 39 administrator password 61 attention notices 2 Automatic BIOS recovery 7 availability 7 B battery return program 76 bays 4 C cable external cabling 51 routing 51 cabling the server 51 cache 4 caution ...connector electrostatic-discharge 11 external SAS 14 Gigabit Ethernet 12 power-supply 13, 14 system serial 14 USB, front 10 USB, rear 14 cooling 7 D danger statements 2 device drivers 9 dimensions 4 drives 4 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2007 DVD-eject button 10 DVD-ROM activity LED 10 eject button 10...