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... xSeries 232 server . . . 37 Components by model 37 System board locations 40 System board option connectors 40 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000, 2001 System board internal cable connectors . . . . 41 System board external port connectors . . . . 43 System board switches and jumpers . . . . . 43 System board LED locations 45 Light Path Diagnostics panel 46 Before you begin 47 System reliability considerations 48 Working inside a server with power on . . . . 48 Installing components 48 Removing the cover, door, and bezel . . . . . 48 Working with adapters 54 Internal drives 58 Memory...
... xSeries 232 server . . . 37 Components by model 37 System board locations 40 System board option connectors 40 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000, 2001 System board internal cable connectors . . . . 41 System board external port connectors . . . . 43 System board switches and jumpers . . . . . 43 System board LED locations 45 Light Path Diagnostics panel 46 Before you begin 47 System reliability considerations 48 Working inside a server with power on . . . . 48 Installing components 48 Removing the cover, door, and bezel . . . . . 48 Working with adapters 54 Internal drives 58 Memory...
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...supports: v Menu-driven setup, system configuration, RAID configuration, and diagnostic programs v Power-on self-test (POST) v ROM-resident diagnostics v Integrated system management processor (ISMP) v Predictive failure alerts v Remote system problem-determination support v Power and temperature monitoring v Microprocessor built-in the expansion slots. The memory controller provides error correcting code (ECC) support for connecting to five PCI adapters in self-test (BIST) v Internal error signal monitoring v Configuration checking 6 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668...
...supports: v Menu-driven setup, system configuration, RAID configuration, and diagnostic programs v Power-on self-test (POST) v ROM-resident diagnostics v Integrated system management processor (ISMP) v Predictive failure alerts v Remote system problem-determination support v Power and temperature monitoring v Microprocessor built-in the expansion slots. The memory controller provides error correcting code (ECC) support for connecting to five PCI adapters in self-test (BIST) v Internal error signal monitoring v Configuration checking 6 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668...
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... Utility, use the following might be causing the problem. Note: It is possible during POST. These entries occur prior to take. select System Error Log from the main menu. then, follow the instructions on before the server. SCSI messages (some system error log entries may be turned on the screen. One or more information. v The cables for service. 14 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 v The SCSI devices are connected...
... Utility, use the following might be causing the problem. Note: It is possible during POST. These entries occur prior to take. select System Error Log from the main menu. then, follow the instructions on before the server. SCSI messages (some system error log entries may be turned on the screen. One or more information. v The cables for service. 14 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 v The SCSI devices are connected...
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... with the optional ServeRAID adapters and with server models that are available. Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program To start the Configuration/Setup Utility program: 1. Depending on this program to configure serial port assignments, change interrupt request (IRQ) settings, change network startup (boot) protocols and startup order, to select operating-system wake-up and running. See "Using the ServerGuide CDs" on the IBM xSeries 232 Documentation CD for more information. If your server has a ServeRAID adapter installed, you can install after your operating system...
... with the optional ServeRAID adapters and with server models that are available. Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program To start the Configuration/Setup Utility program: 1. Depending on this program to configure serial port assignments, change interrupt request (IRQ) settings, change network startup (boot) protocols and startup order, to select operating-system wake-up and running. See "Using the ServerGuide CDs" on the IBM xSeries 232 Documentation CD for more information. If your server has a ServeRAID adapter installed, you can install after your operating system...
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You can select settings that appear on your server. v Date and Time 24 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 This includes the type and speed of the microprocessors and the amount of BIOS code installed on the screen. Changes that you make to configuration settings appear on the ASM interconnect network for any remote alerts. For more information, refer to display help information for devices and input/output ports. The Configuration/Setup Utility main menu is used as the...
You can select settings that appear on your server. v Date and Time 24 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 This includes the type and speed of the microprocessors and the amount of BIOS code installed on the screen. Changes that you make to configuration settings appear on the ASM interconnect network for any remote alerts. For more information, refer to display help information for devices and input/output ports. The Configuration/Setup Utility main menu is used as the...
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... this option. The default setting for more information. Follow the instructions on the full Configuration/Setup Utility main menu. If a memory error is detected during POST or memory configuration, the server can select keyboard operating characteristics, such as cache control and PCI configuration. Select Memory Settings from which the operating system loads. If you have an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter installed, you can enable a virus-detection test that checks for advanced hardware features, such as , whether the keyboard number lock starts...
... this option. The default setting for more information. Follow the instructions on the full Configuration/Setup Utility main menu. If a memory error is detected during POST or memory configuration, the server can select keyboard operating characteristics, such as cache control and PCI configuration. Select Memory Settings from which the operating system loads. If you have an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter installed, you can enable a virus-detection test that checks for advanced hardware features, such as , whether the keyboard number lock starts...
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... enter the correct remote-control password, and the duration before another attempt is Enabled. After making changes, select: - v PCI Slot Information Select this log. For a list of supported options for trained IBM service personnel. PCI devices automatically communicate with the server configuration information. This usually results in PCI slots. v Restore Settings Select this choice to delete your IBM Reseller or an IBM marketing representative. 26 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 When you set a remote-control password, you can also select Clear error...
... enter the correct remote-control password, and the duration before another attempt is Enabled. After making changes, select: - v PCI Slot Information Select this log. For a list of supported options for trained IBM service personnel. PCI devices automatically communicate with the server configuration information. This usually results in PCI slots. v Restore Settings Select this choice to delete your IBM Reseller or an IBM marketing representative. 26 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 When you set a remote-control password, you can also select Clear error...
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... a supported v Creates diagnostic, RAID, device driver, and other servers of supported operating systems. v Includes an online README file with different versions of supported options to easily v Installs powerful applications directly from a v Sets system date and time. connection, you can check for most adapters and devices. Where applicable, you can run server-specific utility programs after setup. v Checks the system BIOS code and microcode v Includes a vast library of fully tested device drivers for multiple installations of the same model...
... a supported v Creates diagnostic, RAID, device driver, and other servers of supported operating systems. v Includes an online README file with different versions of supported options to easily v Installs powerful applications directly from a v Sets system date and time. connection, you can check for most adapters and devices. Where applicable, you can run server-specific utility programs after setup. v Checks the system BIOS code and microcode v Includes a vast library of fully tested device drivers for multiple installations of the same model...
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... installation.) v The ServerGuide program stores information about the server model, service processor, hard disk controllers, and network adapters. You can vary with different versions of the NOS CD to insert your installation time. System Partition The ServerGuide program creates a 50 MB System Partition on the diskettes as service processor disk operating system (DOS) utilities, system diagnostics, flash BIOS updates, and other programs. Note: Programs in the System Partition by the hardware that is installed. 34 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668...
... installation.) v The ServerGuide program stores information about the server model, service processor, hard disk controllers, and network adapters. You can vary with different versions of the NOS CD to insert your installation time. System Partition The ServerGuide program creates a 50 MB System Partition on the diskettes as service processor disk operating system (DOS) utilities, system diagnostics, flash BIOS updates, and other programs. Note: Programs in the System Partition by the hardware that is installed. 34 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668...
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... top of the power-on mode. Flash boot block recovery jumper If the BIOS has become damaged, such as from a power failure during a flash update, you cannot power off the server from the front panel. 44 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 Note: When power-on password. 7 Reserved. Table 2. When this illustration, switch 1 is at the bottom. The default setting is 133 MHz. See "Recovering BIOS code" on the system board that are reserved. The default setting is set to Off...
... top of the power-on mode. Flash boot block recovery jumper If the BIOS has become damaged, such as from a power failure during a flash update, you cannot power off the server from the front panel. 44 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 Note: When power-on password. 7 Reserved. Table 2. When this illustration, switch 1 is at the bottom. The default setting is 133 MHz. See "Recovering BIOS code" on the system board that are reserved. The default setting is set to Off...
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... optional adapters are working inside the server. Removing the cover, door, and bezel The following sections describe how to the documentation that is replaced within two minutes of removal. v A removed hot-swap drive is turned on: v Avoid loose-fitting clothing on The server is operating. v Cables for tower models), and the bezel. To remove or install a hot-swap hard disk drive or hot-swap power supply, it . Follow these guidelines when you set the password...
... optional adapters are working inside the server. Removing the cover, door, and bezel The following sections describe how to the documentation that is replaced within two minutes of removal. v A removed hot-swap drive is turned on: v Avoid loose-fitting clothing on The server is operating. v Cables for tower models), and the bezel. To remove or install a hot-swap hard disk drive or hot-swap power supply, it . Follow these guidelines when you set the password...
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... with the RAID adapter for the location of the drive). 4. v If your server is a tower model, close and lock the server door. Locate the defective drive (look for each bay. 3. Install the hard disk drive in place. 6. When the amber light flashes rapidly (three flashes per second), the drive is on page 58 for information about replacing a drive. 2. If your server has a RAID adapter installed, review the information provided with another. 2. If your hardware. Attention...
... with the RAID adapter for the location of the drive). 4. v If your server is a tower model, close and lock the server door. Locate the defective drive (look for each bay. 3. Install the hard disk drive in place. 6. When the amber light flashes rapidly (three flashes per second), the drive is on page 58 for information about replacing a drive. 2. If your server has a RAID adapter installed, review the information provided with another. 2. If your hardware. Attention...
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... the system board diagnostic panel refers to this bay. Power supply bay 1 Servers utilizing the 250-watt power supply configuration come with a power supply installed in this power supply. Power supply bay 2 Depending on model, the server may come with a power supply installed in this bay, LED PS3 on page 45 for information about the diagnostic panel. 72 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 See "System board LED locations" on the system board diagnostic panel refers to this document might differ slightly from your hardware. see the following...
... the system board diagnostic panel refers to this bay. Power supply bay 1 Servers utilizing the 250-watt power supply configuration come with a power supply installed in this power supply. Power supply bay 2 Depending on model, the server may come with a power supply installed in this bay, LED PS3 on page 45 for information about the diagnostic panel. 72 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 See "System board LED locations" on the system board diagnostic panel refers to this document might differ slightly from your hardware. see the following...
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... network (LAN). In failover mode, if the primary Ethernet controller detects a link failure, all Ethernet traffic associated with an integrated Ethernet controller. The Ethernet controllers are PCI Plug and Play devices. USB-port connectors: Each USB port has an external connector on the rear of the server for attaching USB-compatible devices. 1 4 The following table shows the pin-number assignments for the USB-port connectors on the rear of your server. Table 4. If you install this NIC and connect it is , the Ethernet controllers will set any jumpers...
... network (LAN). In failover mode, if the primary Ethernet controller detects a link failure, all Ethernet traffic associated with an integrated Ethernet controller. The Ethernet controllers are PCI Plug and Play devices. USB-port connectors: Each USB port has an external connector on the rear of the server for attaching USB-compatible devices. 1 4 The following table shows the pin-number assignments for the USB-port connectors on the rear of your server. Table 4. If you install this NIC and connect it is , the Ethernet controllers will set any jumpers...
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... is installed in slot 1. 2. NON LED on (The LED located 1. Remove all PCI adapters from the server. SCSI Backplane. System Board PS1 LED on 1. PS2 LED on 1. Check the DC Good LED on power supply 2. Power Backplane. Check the System Error Log. 110 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 Check the PS1, PS2, and PS3 LEDs and replace any indicated power supply. 2. System Board. Check amber drive LED 2. If off, replace power supply 1. 2. Check the DC Good LED on power supply 3. OVER LED on 1. Diagnostic Panel LED FRU/Action PCI A LED on...
... is installed in slot 1. 2. NON LED on (The LED located 1. Remove all PCI adapters from the server. SCSI Backplane. System Board PS1 LED on 1. PS2 LED on 1. Check the DC Good LED on power supply 2. Power Backplane. Check the System Error Log. 110 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 Check the PS1, PS2, and PS3 LEDs and replace any indicated power supply. 2. System Board. Check amber drive LED 2. If off, replace power supply 1. 2. Check the DC Good LED on power supply 3. OVER LED on 1. Diagnostic Panel LED FRU/Action PCI A LED on...
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...) 2. ServeRAID Adapter in slot S is not disabled. Power Supply 089-XXX-001 (Failed Microprocessor test) 1. System board 112 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 Re-run USB external loopback test. 3. No adapters were found. 2. Adapter 075-XXX-000 (Failed Power Supply test) 1. Check System Error Log before replacing a FRU.) 2. System Board test) 030-XXX-00N (Failed SCSI test on PCI slot 1. Adapter 4. Microprocessor 2 3. Advanced System Management adapter, if installed. 5. Error Code/Symptom FRU/Action 015-XXX-015 (Failed USB external loopback...
...) 2. ServeRAID Adapter in slot S is not disabled. Power Supply 089-XXX-001 (Failed Microprocessor test) 1. System board 112 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 Re-run USB external loopback test. 3. No adapters were found. 2. Adapter 075-XXX-000 (Failed Power Supply test) 1. Check System Error Log before replacing a FRU.) 2. System Board test) 030-XXX-00N (Failed SCSI test on PCI slot 1. Adapter 4. Microprocessor 2 3. Advanced System Management adapter, if installed. 5. Error Code/Symptom FRU/Action 015-XXX-015 (Failed USB external loopback...
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...Board Error symptoms Error Symptom CD is not working . (The server must be powered-on adapter in PCI slot N. 2. FRU/Action 1. Check cable and termination 2. System Board or SCSI Controller. (Run SCSI Controller Diagnostic to server. 3. Run Configuration/Setup, enable primary IDE channel. 2. Check for correct device driver. 4. Check cables and jumpers. 3. System Board Symptom-to the Help and Service Information appendix of a paper clip into the manual tray-release opening. 2. Cable 2. Power switch does not work and reset button does work. CD-ROM Drive 1. Power...
...Board Error symptoms Error Symptom CD is not working . (The server must be powered-on adapter in PCI slot N. 2. FRU/Action 1. Check cable and termination 2. System Board or SCSI Controller. (Run SCSI Controller Diagnostic to server. 3. Run Configuration/Setup, enable primary IDE channel. 2. Check for correct device driver. 4. Check cables and jumpers. 3. System Board Symptom-to the Help and Service Information appendix of a paper clip into the manual tray-release opening. 2. Cable 2. Power switch does not work and reset button does work. CD-ROM Drive 1. Power...
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... fixed disk diagnostic. 3. Power supply LED errors Use the power supply LED information on the following page to troubleshoot power supply problems. AC Good LED Off Note: The minimum configuration required for adjusting and testing instructions. 1. program. Monitor 2. Run Video Diagnostics. you suspect a problem with the monitor for the DC Good light to come on is good and not damaged. (Try another diskette if you removed. FRU/Action 1. Check ac power to start the server. Power AC Inlet Box 116 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668...
... fixed disk diagnostic. 3. Power supply LED errors Use the power supply LED information on the following page to troubleshoot power supply problems. AC Good LED Off Note: The minimum configuration required for adjusting and testing instructions. 1. program. Monitor 2. Run Video Diagnostics. you suspect a problem with the monitor for the DC Good light to come on is good and not damaged. (Try another diskette if you removed. FRU/Action 1. Check ac power to start the server. Power AC Inlet Box 116 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668...
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... level of BIOS installed, update the BIOS to the latest level and run the diagnostic program again. 1. Run Configuration/Setup 2. Run Configuration/Setup 2. System Board 289 (DIMM disabled by user. 301 (Keyboard or keyboard controller error) 1. Disabled DIMM, if not disabled by POST or user) 1. Run Configuration/Setup 2. Battery 3. Set serial number in "Memory modules" on password corrupted) 1. System Board 229 (Cache error) 1. Processor 2. Run Configuration/Setup 2. System Board 118 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 Failing Device...
... level of BIOS installed, update the BIOS to the latest level and run the diagnostic program again. 1. Run Configuration/Setup 2. Run Configuration/Setup 2. System Board 289 (DIMM disabled by user. 301 (Keyboard or keyboard controller error) 1. Disabled DIMM, if not disabled by POST or user) 1. Run Configuration/Setup 2. Battery 3. Set serial number in "Memory modules" on password corrupted) 1. System Board 229 (Cache error) 1. Processor 2. Run Configuration/Setup 2. System Board 118 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 Failing Device...
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... (No update data for processor 2) 01298101 (Bad update data for processor 1) 01298102 (Bad update data for interruption of power supply 3. Processor 2 1. Hard Disk Drive 2. Cable 4. System Board 1. Install operating system to the System Error Log (see "Log viewing from diagnostic programs" on page 14). 122 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 Check for processor 2) I9990301 (Fixed disk sector error) I9990305 (Fixed disk sector error, no operating system installed) I9990650 (AC power has been restored) FRU/Action 1. Power Cable Service processor error codes When...
... (No update data for processor 2) 01298101 (Bad update data for processor 1) 01298102 (Bad update data for interruption of power supply 3. Processor 2 1. Hard Disk Drive 2. Cable 4. System Board 1. Install operating system to the System Error Log (see "Log viewing from diagnostic programs" on page 14). 122 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 232, Type 8668 Check for processor 2) I9990301 (Fixed disk sector error) I9990305 (Fixed disk sector error, no operating system installed) I9990650 (AC power has been restored) FRU/Action 1. Power Cable Service processor error codes When...