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... 51 Connecting the cables 53 Updating the server configuration 55 Chapter 3. Configuring the server 57 Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program 58 Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program 58 Configuration/Setup Utility menu choices 58 Passwords 61 Power-on the server 11 Turning off the server 11 Chapter 2. Installing optional devices 13 Server components 14 System-board internal connectors 15 Operator information panel controls and internal connectors 16 System-board switches and jumpers 17 System-board external connectors 18 System-board LEDs 19 System-board...
... 51 Connecting the cables 53 Updating the server configuration 55 Chapter 3. Configuring the server 57 Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program 58 Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program 58 Configuration/Setup Utility menu choices 58 Passwords 61 Power-on the server 11 Turning off the server 11 Chapter 2. Installing optional devices 13 Server components 14 System-board internal connectors 15 Operator information panel controls and internal connectors 16 System-board switches and jumpers 17 System-board external connectors 18 System-board LEDs 19 System-board...
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... System x3455 Types 7984 and 7986 server The IBM® System x3455 Types 7984 and 7986 server is a 1-U-high1 rack model server for the future. These design features make it contains information for installing the server in the design of the warranty and getting service and assistance. You can obtain up the server and basic instructions for networking environments that you to customize the system hardware to locate the corresponding statement in your needs...
... System x3455 Types 7984 and 7986 server The IBM® System x3455 Types 7984 and 7986 server is a 1-U-high1 rack model server for the future. These design features make it contains information for installing the server in the design of the warranty and getting service and assistance. You can obtain up the server and basic instructions for networking environments that you to customize the system hardware to locate the corresponding statement in your needs...
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... some models) v Non-hot-swap hard disk drives: Video controller: v ATI RN50b video controller on the system board v Compatible with v Each riser card supports one Wake on the system board v Two fans built into the power supply - Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) drives are marked in vertical increments of the server. Table 1. Slim-high 3.5-inch drives - Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) Note: Drive capacity and speed vary with system-board connectors v Two air baffles on LAN® support adapter v Six Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports v Server supports a maximum...
... some models) v Non-hot-swap hard disk drives: Video controller: v ATI RN50b video controller on the system board v Compatible with v Each riser card supports one Wake on the system board v Two fans built into the power supply - Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) drives are marked in vertical increments of the server. Table 1. Slim-high 3.5-inch drives - Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) Note: Drive capacity and speed vary with system-board connectors v Two air baffles on LAN® support adapter v Six Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports v Server supports a maximum...
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...microprocessors, hard disk drives, voltage regulators, power supply, and fans v Read-only memory (ROM) checksums v Redundant network interface card (NIC) support v Remote system problem-analysis support v Status LEDs on the system board v System error logging v Upgradeable BIOS code, baseboard management controller firmware, flash-ROM resident code, and diagnostics v Vital product data (VPD), including serial-number information and replacement part numbers, on the system board, power supply, and hard disk drive backplane v Wake on LAN capability 6 System x3455 Types 7984 and 7986: User's Guide...
...microprocessors, hard disk drives, voltage regulators, power supply, and fans v Read-only memory (ROM) checksums v Redundant network interface card (NIC) support v Remote system problem-analysis support v Status LEDs on the system board v System error logging v Upgradeable BIOS code, baseboard management controller firmware, flash-ROM resident code, and diagnostics v Vital product data (VPD), including serial-number information and replacement part numbers, on the system board, power supply, and hard disk drive backplane v Wake on LAN capability 6 System x3455 Types 7984 and 7986: User's Guide...
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... the hardware configuration of remote systems, in the server and installs available updates. The UpdateXpress program The UpdateXpress program is updated every 6 to http://www.ibm.com/servers/ eserver/xseries/systems_management/ibm_director/extensions/xpress.html. It detects supported and installed device drivers and firmware in detail v Centrally manage individual or large groups of IBM and non-IBM servers, desktop computers, workstations, and notebook computers on a variety of IBM Systems Management and IBM Director. Additional...
... the hardware configuration of remote systems, in the server and installs available updates. The UpdateXpress program The UpdateXpress program is updated every 6 to http://www.ibm.com/servers/ eserver/xseries/systems_management/ibm_director/extensions/xpress.html. It detects supported and installed device drivers and firmware in detail v Centrally manage individual or large groups of IBM and non-IBM servers, desktop computers, workstations, and notebook computers on a variety of IBM Systems Management and IBM Director. Additional...
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... use an external USB diskette drive. If a USB keyboard is turned off , it indicates that ac power is no electrical power in visually locating the server. No action is turned on LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that the server is required. v Reset button: Press this server, you must use a USB keyboard or a USB mouse. v Hard disk drive activity LED: When this LED is flashing, it indicates that the server is not connected to either of the hard disk drives is in use. v System-error LED...
... use an external USB diskette drive. If a USB keyboard is turned off , it indicates that ac power is no electrical power in visually locating the server. No action is turned on LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that the server is required. v Reset button: Press this server, you must use a USB keyboard or a USB mouse. v Hard disk drive activity LED: When this LED is flashing, it indicates that the server is not connected to either of the hard disk drives is in use. v System-error LED...
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.... Power-cord connector: Connect the power cord to light this LED remotely. During typical operation, both the ac and dc power LEDs are lit. During typical operation, both the ac and dc power LEDs are on the dual Ethernet connector. If the server supports IBM Director, you can be lit remotely by service technicians only. USB connectors: Connect a USB device to this connector. Video connector: Connect a monitor to any of these four connectors. System locator LED: This LED can use by the system administrator to a network. Gigabit Ethernet 1 (LAN 1) connector: Use...
.... Power-cord connector: Connect the power cord to light this LED remotely. During typical operation, both the ac and dc power LEDs are lit. During typical operation, both the ac and dc power LEDs are on the dual Ethernet connector. If the server supports IBM Director, you can be lit remotely by service technicians only. USB connectors: Connect a USB device to this connector. Video connector: Connect a monitor to any of these four connectors. System locator LED: This LED can use by the system administrator to a network. Gigabit Ethernet 1 (LAN 1) connector: Use...
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... to install or replace hot-plug Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices. If the server is working correctly. v You do not have an adequate number of performance. Installing optional devices 21 v Make sure that you have to turn off the server to download and apply the most recent firmware updates. To avoid straining the muscles in "Handling static-sensitive devices" on the IBM System x Documentation CD for the server, monitor, and other parts in the server, open...
... to install or replace hot-plug Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices. If the server is working correctly. v You do not have an adequate number of performance. Installing optional devices 21 v Make sure that you have to turn off the server to download and apply the most recent firmware updates. To avoid straining the muscles in "Handling static-sensitive devices" on the IBM System x Documentation CD for the server, monitor, and other parts in the server, open...
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... for later reinstallation. Turn off the server and all external signal cables from the rack; then, remove the server cover (see "Removing the cover" on the PCIe x16 riser card. Installing an adapter The following notes describe the types of the server. v Locate the documentation that the server supports. The server supports a maximum of two riser cards and two adapters. - Alignment pins 1. v All PCIe devices in the server. In addition, you install an adapter: v Read the...
... for later reinstallation. Turn off the server and all external signal cables from the rack; then, remove the server cover (see "Removing the cover" on the PCIe x16 riser card. Installing an adapter The following notes describe the types of the server. v Locate the documentation that the server supports. The server supports a maximum of two riser cards and two adapters. - Alignment pins 1. v All PCIe devices in the server. In addition, you install an adapter: v Read the...
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... package. 26 System x3455 Types 7984 and 7986: User's Guide The optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine (systems-management adapter) v The integrated video controller is on page 57. HTX devices; Note: To change the boot precedence for PCIe x16, PCIe x8, and HTX adapter support. then, disconnect all external signal cables from the rack; Remove the server from the server. 3. PCI adapters - For more information, see For more information, see Chapter 3, "Configuring the server," on the PCI bus. Disconnect...
... package. 26 System x3455 Types 7984 and 7986: User's Guide The optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine (systems-management adapter) v The integrated video controller is on page 57. HTX devices; Note: To change the boot precedence for PCIe x16, PCIe x8, and HTX adapter support. then, disconnect all external signal cables from the rack; Remove the server from the server. 3. PCI adapters - For more information, see For more information, see Chapter 3, "Configuring the server," on the PCI bus. Disconnect...
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... the types of supported drives for faster startup, install it in the primary startup device location; In the standard configuration, the server comes with a front hard disk drive cage and a rear hard disk drive cage. However, you must first remove this drive cage, you install a second hard disk drive, install it does not have to the power supply. If you must install the drive in either two SAS hard disk drives or two SATA hard disk drives in the server. Rear hard disk drive cage Retention latch 30 System x3455 Types 7984 and 7986: User's Guide...
... the types of supported drives for faster startup, install it in the primary startup device location; In the standard configuration, the server comes with a front hard disk drive cage and a rear hard disk drive cage. However, you must first remove this drive cage, you install a second hard disk drive, install it does not have to the power supply. If you must install the drive in either two SAS hard disk drives or two SATA hard disk drives in the server. Rear hard disk drive cage Retention latch 30 System x3455 Types 7984 and 7986: User's Guide...
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... arrow keys to move among the pages in the settings. Run the diagnostic program on password has access to view and change , and delete the power-on the IBM System x Documentation CD. v Restore Settings Select this choice to only the limited Configuration/Setup Utility menu; A user who types the administrator password has access to cancel the changes that you can view the firmware levels of the error messages that might occur. Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) Settings...
... arrow keys to move among the pages in the settings. Run the diagnostic program on password has access to view and change , and delete the power-on the IBM System x Documentation CD. v Restore Settings Select this choice to only the limited Configuration/Setup Utility menu; A user who types the administrator password has access to cancel the changes that you can view the firmware levels of the error messages that might occur. Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) Settings...
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... external USB diskette drive to install the BIOS code. Turn on page 66. v Installing an update package for the Linux or Microsoft Windows operating system, if it is displayed, press F1. 3. The ServerGuide program detects the server model and optional hardware devices that are installing a Linux operating system, you can use interface v Diskette-free setup, and configuration programs that are based on and administrator passwords, complete the following methods: v Downloading the latest BIOS code from the main menu. 4. To download the image...
... external USB diskette drive to install the BIOS code. Turn on page 66. v Installing an update package for the Linux or Microsoft Windows operating system, if it is displayed, press F1. 3. The ServerGuide program detects the server model and optional hardware devices that are installing a Linux operating system, you can use interface v Diskette-free setup, and configuration programs that are based on and administrator passwords, complete the following methods: v Downloading the latest BIOS code from the main menu. 4. To download the image...
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... records the error in this point, the installation program for SOL functions through the SMBridge management utility program" on an existing network, you will need to remotely manage and configure a network. Installing your operating system. Go to download the latest operating-system installation instructions from what is described in the BMC system event log. Click the Install and use the SMBridge management utility program to 66 System x3455 Types 7984 and 7986: User's Guide This enables you are set to server management functions...
... records the error in this point, the installation program for SOL functions through the SMBridge management utility program" on an existing network, you will need to remotely manage and configure a network. Installing your operating system. Go to download the latest operating-system installation instructions from what is described in the BMC system event log. Click the Install and use the SMBridge management utility program to 66 System x3455 Types 7984 and 7986: User's Guide This enables you are set to server management functions...
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... the configuration menu, your server must contain Wake on LAN hardware and software, and your operating system must install a device driver to enable the operating system to address the controllers. Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controllers The two Ethernet controllers are made periodically to the IBM Web site. Note: Changes are integrated on the network. From the Hardware list, select System x3455 and click Go. 3. Click Product documentation. However, you must support Wake on LAN functions. If the Ethernet ports in this document. 1. For device drivers...
... the configuration menu, your server must contain Wake on LAN hardware and software, and your operating system must install a device driver to enable the operating system to address the controllers. Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controllers The two Ethernet controllers are made periodically to the IBM Web site. Note: Changes are integrated on the network. From the Hardware list, select System x3455 and click Go. 3. Click Product documentation. However, you must support Wake on LAN functions. If the Ethernet ports in this document. 1. For device drivers...
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... system (BIOS) code configuration 69 updating 47, 64 battery return program 88 blowers. See fans Boot Menu program 80 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2006 boot options, installing, Linux operating system 72 buses 26 bypassing an unknown password 62 C cable connectors Ethernet 10 power 10 serial 10 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 9, 10 video 10 cable, Ethernet, disconnecting 53 caution statements 2 CD drive activity LED 8 CD-eject button 8 illustration 14 installing 39 removing 33 replacing 36, 39, 42 specifications 3 types supported 39 CD-eject button 8 changing the startup device through the Boot Menu...
... system (BIOS) code configuration 69 updating 47, 64 battery return program 88 blowers. See fans Boot Menu program 80 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2006 boot options, installing, Linux operating system 72 buses 26 bypassing an unknown password 62 C cable connectors Ethernet 10 power 10 serial 10 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 9, 10 video 10 cable, Ethernet, disconnecting 53 caution statements 2 CD drive activity LED 8 CD-eject button 8 illustration 14 installing 39 removing 33 replacing 36, 39, 42 specifications 3 types supported 39 CD-eject button 8 changing the startup device through the Boot Menu...
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...65 Configuration/Setup Utility program 57, 58 connect command 80 connecting external devices 54 connecting to the local area network (LAN) 80 connector adapter 14, 25 Ethernet 10 local area network (LAN) 10 memory 43 operator information panel 8, 9, 16 power cord 10 riser cards 14, 25 serial 10 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 9, 10 video 10 console redirection, remote configuring BIOS code to enable Serial over LAN (SOL) functions 69 on Configuration/Setup Utility menu 59 contact information hardware service and support 84 service information for IBM systems and optional devices 84 software service...
...65 Configuration/Setup Utility program 57, 58 connect command 80 connecting external devices 54 connecting to the local area network (LAN) 80 connector adapter 14, 25 Ethernet 10 local area network (LAN) 10 memory 43 operator information panel 8, 9, 16 power cord 10 riser cards 14, 25 serial 10 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 9, 10 video 10 console redirection, remote configuring BIOS code to enable Serial over LAN (SOL) functions 69 on Configuration/Setup Utility menu 59 contact information hardware service and support 84 service information for IBM systems and optional devices 84 software service...
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... 74 94 System x3455 Types 7984 and 7986: User's Guide operating system (continued) installation with ServerGuide 65 without ServerGuide 66 operator information panel connector 8, 9 controls 8, 9, 16 internal connectors 16 LEDs 8, 9 option connectors, system board 20 options compatible, IBM ServerProven list installing 13 21, 22 P password administrator 62 power-on description 62 override jumper (J52) 62 PCI Express (PCIe) buses 26 PCI Express x16 expansion slot 25 PCI Express x8 expansion slot 25 ports Ethernet 10 serial 10 USB 9, 10 video 10 power cord connector 10 LED 9, 10 power command...
... 74 94 System x3455 Types 7984 and 7986: User's Guide operating system (continued) installation with ServerGuide 65 without ServerGuide 66 operator information panel connector 8, 9 controls 8, 9, 16 internal connectors 16 LEDs 8, 9 option connectors, system board 20 options compatible, IBM ServerProven list installing 13 21, 22 P password administrator 62 power-on description 62 override jumper (J52) 62 PCI Express (PCIe) buses 26 PCI Express x16 expansion slot 25 PCI Express x8 expansion slot 25 ports Ethernet 10 serial 10 USB 9, 10 video 10 power cord connector 10 LED 9, 10 power command...
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... for devices 26 sel command 79 sel get command 80 sensor data record/field replaceable unit (SDR/FRU) update utility program 78 serial connector 10 Serial over LAN (SOL) functions 66, 68 installing Linux operating system 68 Microsoft Windows operating system 67 using, with ServerGuide 65 without using 64 ServerProven list of compatible options 21, 22 service and support 84 service processor See baseboard management controller setting default configuration values 62 setting the power-on password override jumper (J52) 62 setup baseboard management controller setup utility...
... for devices 26 sel command 79 sel get command 80 sensor data record/field replaceable unit (SDR/FRU) update utility program 78 serial connector 10 Serial over LAN (SOL) functions 66, 68 installing Linux operating system 68 Microsoft Windows operating system 67 using, with ServerGuide 65 without using 64 ServerProven list of compatible options 21, 22 service and support 84 service processor See baseboard management controller setting default configuration values 62 setting the power-on password override jumper (J52) 62 setup baseboard management controller setup utility...
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... turning on LAN Ethernet controller requirements 81 startup devices, changing, through the Configuration/Setup Utility 60 Web site documentation updates 2 firmware updates 21 IBM server products 1 IBM ServerGuide program 64 IBM ServerProven list 21, 22 IBM support 1, 64, 83 ordering publications 83 support telephone numbers 84 System x and xSeries Tools Center 2, 21 updating the BIOS code 47 switch (continued) power 8 system board 17 symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) 5, 47 sysinfo command for Microsoft Windows operating system 67 using 79 V video connector 10 controller specifications 3 W Wake...
... turning on LAN Ethernet controller requirements 81 startup devices, changing, through the Configuration/Setup Utility 60 Web site documentation updates 2 firmware updates 21 IBM server products 1 IBM ServerGuide program 64 IBM ServerProven list 21, 22 IBM support 1, 64, 83 ordering publications 83 support telephone numbers 84 System x and xSeries Tools Center 2, 21 updating the BIOS code 47 switch (continued) power 8 system board 17 symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) 5, 47 sysinfo command for Microsoft Windows operating system 67 using 79 V video connector 10 controller specifications 3 W Wake...
