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... the No server setup completed? You can also find the most current information about your server at http://www.ibm.com/ systems/support/. Your server is ready to the Server Support flow chart on the X-Architecture technology, and it features ... operating system? This server Installation Guide contains information for buying an IBM server. Go to use. System x3550 Type 7978 Installation Guide Welcome. Go to the Web for instructions: http://www.ibm.com/systems/ support/ Yes Install applications, such as IBM systems management software and IBM ServeRAID ...
... the No server setup completed? You can also find the most current information about your server at http://www.ibm.com/ systems/support/. Your server is ready to the Server Support flow chart on the X-Architecture technology, and it features ... operating system? This server Installation Guide contains information for buying an IBM server. Go to use. System x3550 Type 7978 Installation Guide Welcome. Go to the Web for instructions: http://www.ibm.com/systems/ support/ Yes Install applications, such as IBM systems management software and IBM ServeRAID ...
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...view support telephone numbers at http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/. Yes Is the problem solved? Server Support Yes Is the server working correctly? Is the problem Yes solved? Register the server. You can download firmware from http://www.ibm.com/systems/ support/. Yes Is the problem ...No solved? No Update the firmware to http://www.ibm.com/support/mysupport/. View support telephone numbers at http://www...
...view support telephone numbers at http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/. Yes Is the problem solved? Server Support Yes Is the server working correctly? Is the problem Yes solved? Register the server. You can download firmware from http://www.ibm.com/systems/ support/. Yes Is the problem ...No solved? No Update the firmware to http://www.ibm.com/support/mysupport/. View support telephone numbers at http://www...
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Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B, "Notices," on page 75 and the Warranty and Support Information document on the IBM System x Documentation CD. US Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp. Third Edition (September 2008) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2006, 2008.
Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B, "Notices," on page 75 and the Warranty and Support Information document on the IBM System x Documentation CD. US Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp. Third Edition (September 2008) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2006, 2008.
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...program 40 Installing the OSA SMBridge management utility program 49 Using the baseboard management controller utility programs 51 Chapter 5. Introduction 1 The IBM System x Documentation CD 3 Hardware and software requirements 3 Using the Documentation Browser 3 Features and specifications 4 Notices and statements in this... document 6 Major components of the server 7 Chapter 2. Solving problems 53 Diagnostic tools overview 53 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2006, 2008 iii Server controls, LEDs, connectors, and power 29 Front view 29 Rear view 31 Server power features...
...program 40 Installing the OSA SMBridge management utility program 49 Using the baseboard management controller utility programs 51 Chapter 5. Introduction 1 The IBM System x Documentation CD 3 Hardware and software requirements 3 Using the Documentation Browser 3 Features and specifications 4 Notices and statements in this... document 6 Major components of the server 7 Chapter 2. Solving problems 53 Diagnostic tools overview 53 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2006, 2008 iii Server controls, LEDs, connectors, and power 29 Front view 29 Rear view 31 Server power features...
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... statement 81 Chinese Class A warning statement 81 Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement . . . 81 Korean Class A warning statement 82 Index 83 iv IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide Getting help and technical assistance 73 Before you call 73 Using the documentation 73 Getting help and information from the World Wide Web...
... statement 81 Chinese Class A warning statement 81 Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement . . . 81 Korean Class A warning statement 82 Index 83 iv IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide Getting help and technical assistance 73 Before you call 73 Using the documentation 73 Getting help and information from the World Wide Web...
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Read any additional safety information that caution statement appear in the IBM Safety Information book under statement 1. vi IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide For example, if a caution statement begins with a number 1, translations for that comes with the server or optional device before performing the ... to read all caution and danger statements in this documentation begin with translated versions of the caution or danger statement in the IBM Safety Information book. Important: All caution and danger statements in this documentation before you install the device.
Read any additional safety information that caution statement appear in the IBM Safety Information book under statement 1. vi IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide For example, if a caution statement begins with a number 1, translations for that comes with the server or optional device before performing the ... to read all caution and danger statements in this documentation begin with translated versions of the caution or danger statement in the IBM Safety Information book. Important: All caution and danger statements in this documentation before you install the device.
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.... 2. Statement 1: DANGER Electrical current from outlet. 3. v Connect all cables to outlet. 5. v When possible, use one hand only to connectors. 4. v Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems, networks, and modems before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the following table when installing, moving, or opening covers on any cables...
.... 2. Statement 1: DANGER Electrical current from outlet. 3. v Connect all cables to outlet. 5. v When possible, use one hand only to connectors. 4. v Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems, networks, and modems before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the following table when installing, moving, or opening covers on any cables...
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...IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide Do not: v Throw or immerse into water v Heat to more than 100°C (212°F) v Repair or disassemble Dispose of . The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of the battery as required by the same manufacturer. If your system... has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by local ordinances or regulations. Statement 2: CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent...
...IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide Do not: v Throw or immerse into water v Heat to more than 100°C (212°F) v Repair or disassemble Dispose of . The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of the battery as required by the same manufacturer. If your system... has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by local ordinances or regulations. Statement 2: CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent...
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DANGER Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. There are installed, note the following . Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to hazardous laser radiation. v Use of controls or adjustments or performance of the laser product could result in hazardous radiation exposure. Laser radiation when open. Removing the covers of procedures other than those specified herein might result in exposure to the beam. Note the following : v Do not remove the covers. Class 1 Laser Product ...
DANGER Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. There are installed, note the following . Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to hazardous laser radiation. v Use of controls or adjustments or performance of the laser product could result in hazardous radiation exposure. Laser radiation when open. Removing the covers of procedures other than those specified herein might result in exposure to the beam. Note the following : v Do not remove the covers. Class 1 Laser Product ...
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The device also might have more than one power cord. Statement 4: ≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb.) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb.) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. Statement 5: ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb.) 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. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. 2 1 x IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide
The device also might have more than one power cord. Statement 4: ≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb.) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb.) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. Statement 5: ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb.) 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. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. 2 1 x IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide
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Safety xi Statement 12: CAUTION: The following label attached. If you suspect a problem with one of a rack-mounted device unless that rack-mounted device is intended for use as a shelf. There are present inside these parts, contact a service technician. Statement 8: CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any objects on top of these components. Statement 6: CAUTION: Do not place any part that has the following label indicates a hot surface nearby. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are no serviceable parts inside any component that has this label...
Safety xi Statement 12: CAUTION: The following label attached. If you suspect a problem with one of a rack-mounted device unless that rack-mounted device is intended for use as a shelf. There are present inside these parts, contact a service technician. Statement 8: CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any objects on top of these components. Statement 6: CAUTION: Do not place any part that has the following label indicates a hot surface nearby. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are no serviceable parts inside any component that has this label...
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... de los Estados Unidos está considerado como un causante de cancer y de defectos congénitos, además de otros riesgos reproductivos. xii IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide Wash hands after handling. Statement 26: CAUTION: Do not place any object on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this...
... de los Estados Unidos está considerado como un causante de cancer y de defectos congénitos, además de otros riesgos reproductivos. xii IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide Wash hands after handling. Statement 26: CAUTION: Do not place any object on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this...
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...install only 3.5-inch simple-swap SATA drives in these servers. This document contains information about: v Setting up your IBM® System x3550 Type 7978 server and basic instructions for installing some options v Identifying server controls, LEDs, and power v Starting and configuring the server... v Solving problems The System x3550 server supports one of the following hard disk drive configurations: v Servers with four hot-...
...install only 3.5-inch simple-swap SATA drives in these servers. This document contains information about: v Setting up your IBM® System x3550 Type 7978 server and basic instructions for installing some options v Identifying server controls, LEDs, and power v Starting and configuring the server... v Solving problems The System x3550 server supports one of the following hard disk drive configurations: v Servers with four hot-...
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To check for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/ eserver/serverproven/compat/us/. 2 IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide Note: Changes are on the ID label on servers with the 3.5-inch hard disk drive configuration. The server comes...described in the following table. Product name Machine type Model number Serial number IBM System x3550 server 7978 The model number and serial number are made periodically to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/. 2. The server comes with IBM. This illustration might vary slightly from your hardware. You can obtain up-...
To check for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/ eserver/serverproven/compat/us/. 2 IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide Note: Changes are on the ID label on servers with the 3.5-inch hard disk drive configuration. The server comes...described in the following table. Product name Machine type Model number Serial number IBM System x3550 server 7978 The model number and serial number are made periodically to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/. 2. The server comes with IBM. This illustration might vary slightly from your hardware. You can obtain up-...
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... automatically. If you selected more than one document, press and hold the Ctrl key while you select the documents. Hardware and software requirements The IBM System x Documentation CD requires the following command from the /mnt/cdrom directory: sh runlinux.sh Select the server from the Product menu. A plus... the Documentation Browser: v If Autostart is not available in the language for the server. When you are listed in Chapter 1. The IBM System x Documentation CD The IBM System x Documentation CD contains documentation for complete rack installation and removal instructions.
... automatically. If you selected more than one document, press and hold the Ctrl key while you select the documents. Hardware and software requirements The IBM System x Documentation CD requires the following command from the /mnt/cdrom directory: sh runlinux.sh Select the server from the Product menu. A plus... the Documentation Browser: v If Autostart is not available in the language for the server. When you are listed in Chapter 1. The IBM System x Documentation CD The IBM System x Documentation CD contains documentation for complete rack installation and removal instructions.
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Click a document to view it, and press Crtl+F to use the Acrobat search function or Alt+F to use the xpdf search function within the document. Depending on the server model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply. 4 IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide Click Help for detailed information about using the Documentation Browser. order of the server. Features and specifications The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the most occurrences.
Click a document to view it, and press Crtl+F to use the Acrobat search function or Alt+F to use the xpdf search function within the document. Depending on the server model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply. 4 IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide Click Help for detailed information about using the Documentation Browser. order of the server. Features and specifications The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the most occurrences.
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... Universal Serial Bus (USB) v Maximum: 32 GB 2.0 ports (two front and two rear) v Type: PC2-5300, 667 MHz, ECC, v One Advanced System DDR II fully buffered SDRAM Management RJ-45 (active only DIMMs only when a Remote Supervisor v Slots: Eight dual inline Adapter II SlimLine is installed) v Supports...1 U) v Depth: 711 mm (28 inches) v Width: 440 mm (17.3 inches) v Maximum weight: 15.4 kg (34 lb) when fully configured http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/ Integrated functions: serverproven/compat/us/. Server off : -40° to 60°C (-104° to 914 m (2998.7 ft) v Servers with...
... Universal Serial Bus (USB) v Maximum: 32 GB 2.0 ports (two front and two rear) v Type: PC2-5300, 667 MHz, ECC, v One Advanced System DDR II fully buffered SDRAM Management RJ-45 (active only DIMMs only when a Remote Supervisor v Slots: Eight dual inline Adapter II SlimLine is installed) v Supports...1 U) v Depth: 711 mm (28 inches) v Width: 440 mm (17.3 inches) v Maximum weight: 15.4 kg (34 lb) when fully configured http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/ Integrated functions: serverproven/compat/us/. Server off : -40° to 60°C (-104° to 914 m (2998.7 ft) v Servers with...
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...you avoid inconvenient or problem situations. A danger statement is placed just before the instruction or situation in which is on the IBM System x Documentation CD. The following notices and statements are used in this document are also in the multilingual Safety Information document, ...An attention notice is placed just before the description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or situation. 6 IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide Notices and statements in this document The caution and danger statements that can be potentially hazardous to you. Each...
...you avoid inconvenient or problem situations. A danger statement is placed just before the instruction or situation in which is on the IBM System x Documentation CD. The following notices and statements are used in this document are also in the multilingual Safety Information document, ...An attention notice is placed just before the description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or situation. 6 IBM System x3550 Type 7978: Installation Guide Notices and statements in this document The caution and danger statements that can be potentially hazardous to you. Each...
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... 2.5-inch filler panel (hot-swap) 2.5-inch hard disk drive Cover Microprocessor heatsink Air baffle DIMM ServeRAID SAS controller PCI-X riser card PCI Express riser card System board Power supply Power-supply filler Fans (1, 2) Fans (3 - 6) CD-RW/DVD drive Operator information panel Note: The illustrations in the server. Introduction 7 Chapter 1. Major components...
... 2.5-inch filler panel (hot-swap) 2.5-inch hard disk drive Cover Microprocessor heatsink Air baffle DIMM ServeRAID SAS controller PCI-X riser card PCI Express riser card System board Power supply Power-supply filler Fans (1, 2) Fans (3 - 6) CD-RW/DVD drive Operator information panel Note: The illustrations in the server. Introduction 7 Chapter 1. Major components...
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If you need more detailed instructions, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/ eserver/serverproven/compat/us/. This information will help ensure proper system cooling and system reliability, make changes to perform before you have to disk drives. v Observe good housekeeping in the server. If... or install the component while the server is near the server and that involve removing or installing adapter cables. v Blue on the IBM System x Documentation CD. Place removed covers and other devices. To avoid straining the muscles in "Handling static-sensitive devices" on . Never...
If you need more detailed instructions, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/ eserver/serverproven/compat/us/. This information will help ensure proper system cooling and system reliability, make changes to perform before you have to disk drives. v Observe good housekeeping in the server. If... or install the component while the server is near the server and that involve removing or installing adapter cables. v Blue on the IBM System x Documentation CD. Place removed covers and other devices. To avoid straining the muscles in "Handling static-sensitive devices" on . Never...