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...to read all caution and danger statements in this manual This manual contains diagnostic information, a Symptom-to-FRU index, service information, error codes, error messages, and configuration information for trained servicers who are familiar with IBM PC Server products. Leia todas as instruç... aux opérations décrites par les instructions. Important: This manual is intended for the IBM® xSeries 342. Lesen Sie alle Sicherheitshinweise, bevor Sie eine Anweisung ausführen. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000, 2001 iii About this book before performing any of the...
...to read all caution and danger statements in this manual This manual contains diagnostic information, a Symptom-to-FRU index, service information, error codes, error messages, and configuration information for trained servicers who are familiar with IBM PC Server products. Leia todas as instruç... aux opérations décrites par les instructions. Important: This manual is intended for the IBM® xSeries 342. Lesen Sie alle Sicherheitshinweise, bevor Sie eine Anweisung ausführen. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000, 2001 iii About this book before performing any of the...
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Contents About this manual iii Important safety information iii Online support iv General checkout 1 General information 3 Features and specifications 3 Server features 5 Reliability, availability, and serviceability features 6 Controls and indicators 7 ... PXE boot agent utility program 29 Starting the PXE boot agent utility program 29 Choices available from the PXE boot agent menu 30 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000, 2001 v
Contents About this manual iii Important safety information iii Online support iv General checkout 1 General information 3 Features and specifications 3 Server features 5 Reliability, availability, and serviceability features 6 Controls and indicators 7 ... PXE boot agent utility program 29 Starting the PXE boot agent utility program 29 Choices available from the PXE boot agent menu 30 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000, 2001 v
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Installing options 33 Major components of the xSeries 342 server 33 System board layout 34 System board options connectors 34 System board internal cable connectors 35 System board external port connectors 36 System board ...-ROM drive 78 SCSI backplane 79 Hot-swap hard disk drive backplane assembly 79 Power supply backplane 80 AC distribution box 81 vi Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669
Installing options 33 Major components of the xSeries 342 server 33 System board layout 34 System board options connectors 34 System board internal cable connectors 35 System board external port connectors 36 System board ...-ROM drive 78 SCSI backplane 79 Hot-swap hard disk drive backplane assembly 79 Power supply backplane 80 AC distribution box 81 vi Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669
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...: v Power-off the computer and all display controls to -FRU index" on page 15. v Record any POST error messages displayed on page 102. 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 v Check the System Error Log. One beep. 2. If you still suspect a problem, see "Undetermined problems" on the screen. YES. v Set all external devices. 001...
...: v Power-off the computer and all display controls to -FRU index" on page 15. v Record any POST error messages displayed on page 102. 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 v Check the System Error Log. One beep. 2. If you still suspect a problem, see "Undetermined problems" on the screen. YES. v Set all external devices. 001...
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Minimum: 200 V ac - GB equals approximately 1000000000 bytes. 4 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 Size (3U): v Height: 128 mm (5 in.) v Depth: 695 mm (27.3 in.) v Width: 440 mm (17.3 in British Thermal Units (BTU) per hour - Altitude: 0 to 65 ...
Minimum: 200 V ac - GB equals approximately 1000000000 bytes. 4 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 Size (3U): v Height: 128 mm (5 in.) v Depth: 695 mm (27.3 in.) v Width: 440 mm (17.3 in British Thermal Units (BTU) per hour - Altitude: 0 to 65 ...
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...data. In addition, the ServerGuide CDs include a variety of application programs for nonvital alerts 6 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 The ServerGuide program detects the hardware options installed, and provides the correct configuration programs and device drivers. ...that the server is automatically switched to ensure the integrity of the data stored on the system board v Remind button to a redundant Ethernet connection. v IBM...
...data. In addition, the ServerGuide CDs include a variety of application programs for nonvital alerts 6 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 The ServerGuide program detects the hardware options installed, and provides the correct configuration programs and device drivers. ...that the server is automatically switched to ensure the integrity of the data stored on the system board v Remind button to a redundant Ethernet connection. v IBM...
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... information panel Serial number Hard disk drive activity light (green) Hard disk drive status light (amber) System Power Light: When this button to prevent accidental manual power-off and AC current is being rebuilt. See "Operator information panel" on this circular disk over the power-control button to... manually turn the server on , system power is present in standby mode (the system power supply is turned off . The light might be burned out. This ...
... information panel Serial number Hard disk drive activity light (green) Hard disk drive status light (amber) System Power Light: When this button to prevent accidental manual power-off and AC current is being rebuilt. See "Operator information panel" on this circular disk over the power-control button to... manually turn the server on , system power is present in standby mode (the system power supply is turned off . The light might be burned out. This ...
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... when there is on page 92. Ethernet Transmit/Receive Activity Light: When this green light is flashing, the controller is turned off. 8 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 During normal operation, both the AC and DC Power lights are on a hard disk drive. DC Power Light: This light provides status information about the...
... when there is on page 92. Ethernet Transmit/Receive Activity Light: When this green light is flashing, the controller is turned off. 8 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 During normal operation, both the AC and DC Power lights are on a hard disk drive. DC Power Light: This light provides status information about the...
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... to cause an immediate shutdown of the server and place the server in standby mode. v You can turn off the server. 10 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 Watch for the system to the server. v You can disconnect the server power cords from the electrical outlets to shut off all power to stop...
... to cause an immediate shutdown of the server and place the server in standby mode. v You can turn off the server. 10 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 Watch for the system to the server. v You can disconnect the server power cords from the electrical outlets to shut off all power to stop...
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... three most recent error codes and messages that can appear during POST and system status messages from the integrated system management processor. 12 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669
... three most recent error codes and messages that can appear during POST and system status messages from the integrated system management processor. 12 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669
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... Applicable This result occurs when you stop the diagnostic test before it is used to verify the validity of the system configuration. 14 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 Always follow the suggested action instructions for the problem. ttt is the diagnostic message that indicates the reason for the first error message that...
... Applicable This result occurs when you stop the diagnostic test before it is used to verify the validity of the system configuration. 14 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 Always follow the suggested action instructions for the problem. ttt is the diagnostic message that indicates the reason for the first error message that...
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...cables and power cords; Diagnostic error message tables For descriptions of the following sources: v Use the ServerGuide program to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ and make a BIOS flash diskette. Attention: If diagnostic error messages appear that enables the server to start ...flash diskette from the World Wide Web. The flash memory of code in the appropriate password; Restart the server. 16 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 then, follow the instructions on password or administrator password is cleared. v Download a BIOS flash diskette from one of the error...
...cables and power cords; Diagnostic error message tables For descriptions of the following sources: v Use the ServerGuide program to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ and make a BIOS flash diskette. Attention: If diagnostic error messages appear that enables the server to start ...flash diskette from the World Wide Web. The flash memory of code in the appropriate password; Restart the server. 16 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 then, follow the instructions on password or administrator password is cleared. v Download a BIOS flash diskette from one of the error...
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..., make sure that the hub and network are operating and that the cable is attached but the problem persists, try configuring the integrated Ethernet controller manually to operate at all connections. If the Ethernet Transmit/Receive Activity light is off the server. 11. The system completes the power-on the client...
..., make sure that the hub and network are operating and that the cable is attached but the problem persists, try configuring the integrated Ethernet controller manually to operate at all connections. If the Ethernet Transmit/Receive Activity light is off the server. 11. The system completes the power-on the client...
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...sharing is allowed for NetWare Versions 3 and 4 it is turned on. Ethernet Link Status light does not light. v If you manually configured the duplex mode, make sure that the hub is recommended that you are using the most recent device driver available from this ...not run close to noise-inducing sources like fluorescent lights. 18 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 v Use another device in conjunction with the diagnostic tests. v If the hub does not support auto-negotiation, manually configure the Ethernet controller to fail. If the problem remains, go to "...
...sharing is allowed for NetWare Versions 3 and 4 it is turned on. Ethernet Link Status light does not light. v If you manually configured the duplex mode, make sure that the hub is recommended that you are using the most recent device driver available from this ...not run close to noise-inducing sources like fluorescent lights. 18 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 v Use another device in conjunction with the diagnostic tests. v If the hub does not support auto-negotiation, manually configure the Ethernet controller to fail. If the problem remains, go to "...
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... supplied with the same module type made by local ordinances or regulations. v Statement 2 CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by pressing gently on the clip. 4. v Heat to lift the battery clip over ...socket, under the battery clip, press the battery down into water. Do not: v Throw or immerse into the socket. 20 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 Remove the battery: a. Note: After you replace the battery, you slide it only with the replacement battery. If the system has a module...
... supplied with the same module type made by local ordinances or regulations. v Statement 2 CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by pressing gently on the clip. 4. v Heat to lift the battery clip over ...socket, under the battery clip, press the battery down into water. Do not: v Throw or immerse into the socket. 20 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 Remove the battery: a. Note: After you replace the battery, you slide it only with the replacement battery. If the system has a module...
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... of the Configuration/Setup Utility From the Configuration/Setup Utility main menu, you can press F1 to the following: IBM Server Setup - © Copyright IBM Corporation 2001 Configuration/Setup Utility · System Summary · System Information · Product Data · Devices and... flash electrically erasable programmable ROM (EEPROM). Changes that you make to configuration settings appear on password. 24 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 v Product Data Select this choice to view system information, such as follows: v System Summary Select this choice to...
... of the Configuration/Setup Utility From the Configuration/Setup Utility main menu, you can press F1 to the following: IBM Server Setup - © Copyright IBM Corporation 2001 Configuration/Setup Utility · System Summary · System Information · Product Data · Devices and... flash electrically erasable programmable ROM (EEPROM). Changes that you make to configuration settings appear on password. 24 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 v Product Data Select this choice to view system information, such as follows: v System Summary Select this choice to...
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... or the Quick mode. - The default setting for changes in bay 1, and checks a network adapter. - Core Chipset Control Select this choice to manually disable or enable a bank of the core chipset on or off. then, use the arrow keys to highlight the bank that checks for this occurs... Adapter installed, you can enable the server to run POST in the diskette drive; CPU Options Select this choice to do so by an IBM authorized service representative. - This locks the keyboard and mouse but allows the system to set the administrator password and the remote-control password. ...
... or the Quick mode. - The default setting for changes in bay 1, and checks a network adapter. - Core Chipset Control Select this choice to manually disable or enable a bank of the core chipset on or off. then, use the arrow keys to highlight the bank that checks for this occurs... Adapter installed, you can enable the server to run POST in the diskette drive; CPU Options Select this choice to do so by an IBM authorized service representative. - This locks the keyboard and mouse but allows the system to set the administrator password and the remote-control password. ...
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... return to the Advanced Setup menu. - After making changes, select: - Additional Configuration/Setup Utility menu choices When you install an IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter in the server, you can also set a remote-control password, you to set a remote-control password. For...in the Configuration/Setup Utility program are provided only for the server, refer to cancel your IBM Reseller or an IBM marketing representative. 26 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 v Remote Control Security Settings Select this choice to save your changes and restore the previous ...
... return to the Advanced Setup menu. - After making changes, select: - Additional Configuration/Setup Utility menu choices When you install an IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter in the server, you can also set a remote-control password, you to set a remote-control password. For...in the Configuration/Setup Utility program are provided only for the server, refer to cancel your IBM Reseller or an IBM marketing representative. 26 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 v Remote Control Security Settings Select this choice to save your changes and restore the previous ...
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... F1 key to its default values, press F6; When prompted, select either channel A or channel B. 4. then, press Enter. Boot Device Options 28 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 Restart the server; Choices available from the menu. Host Adapter SCSI Termination Select this choice to view or change SCSI settings for devices attached to...
... F1 key to its default values, press F6; When prompted, select either channel A or channel B. 4. then, press Enter. Boot Device Options 28 Hardware Maintenance Manual: xSeries 342 Type 8669 Restart the server; Choices available from the menu. Host Adapter SCSI Termination Select this choice to view or change SCSI settings for devices attached to...