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IBM Netfinity Servers S37L-5123-00 IBM Netfinity 8500R - Type 8681 Models 4RY, 4RG, 5RY 5RG, 6RY, 6RG Hardware Maintenance Manual September 1999 We Want Your Comments! (Please see page 277)
IBM Netfinity Servers S37L-5123-00 IBM Netfinity 8500R - Type 8681 Models 4RY, 4RG, 5RY 5RG, 6RY, 6RG Hardware Maintenance Manual September 1999 We Want Your Comments! (Please see page 277)
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IBM Netfinity Servers S37L-5123-00 IBM Netfinity 8500R - Type 8681 Models 4RY, 4RG, 5RY 5RG, 6RY, 6RG Hardware Maintenance Manual September 1999 We Want Your Comments! (Please see page 277) IBM
IBM Netfinity Servers S37L-5123-00 IBM Netfinity 8500R - Type 8681 Models 4RY, 4RG, 5RY 5RG, 6RY, 6RG Hardware Maintenance Manual September 1999 We Want Your Comments! (Please see page 277) IBM
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... 1999) The following paragraph does not apply to the information herein; This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. ii Netfinity Server HMM Some states do not allow disclaimer of America. these changes will be made to the United Kingdom or any time....Corporation 1998, 1999. All rights reserved. Government users-Documentation related to Restricted rights-Use, duplication, or disclosure is subject to you. IBM may make improvements and/or changes in the product(s) and/or the program(s) described in this document in other countries, and the...
... 1999) The following paragraph does not apply to the information herein; This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. ii Netfinity Server HMM Some states do not allow disclaimer of America. these changes will be made to the United Kingdom or any time....Corporation 1998, 1999. All rights reserved. Government users-Documentation related to Restricted rights-Use, duplication, or disclosure is subject to you. IBM may make improvements and/or changes in the product(s) and/or the program(s) described in this document in other countries, and the...
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... 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. iii Type 8681. Prenez connaissance de toutes les consignes de type Attention et Danger avant de procéder aux opérations décrites par...
... 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. iii Type 8681. Prenez connaissance de toutes les consignes de type Attention et Danger avant de procéder aux opérations décrites par...
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and Canada 279 Notices 281 Trademarks 281 © Copyright IBM Corp. 1999 v Contents About this manual iii Important safety information iii Online support iv Netfinity 8500R - Type 8681 1 General checkout 5 Diagnostics 8 Features 15 Configuring the server 18 Specifications 40 Locations 42 Symptom-to-FRU index 166 Undetermined problems 211 Parts listing (Netfinity 8500R - Type 8681) . . . . 229 Related service information 239 Safety information 240 Send us your comments 277 Problem determination tips 278 Phone numbers, U.S.
and Canada 279 Notices 281 Trademarks 281 © Copyright IBM Corp. 1999 v Contents About this manual iii Important safety information iii Online support iv Netfinity 8500R - Type 8681 1 General checkout 5 Diagnostics 8 Features 15 Configuring the server 18 Specifications 40 Locations 42 Symptom-to-FRU index 166 Undetermined problems 211 Parts listing (Netfinity 8500R - Type 8681) . . . . 229 Related service information 239 Safety information 240 Send us your comments 277 Problem determination tips 278 Phone numbers, U.S.
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Netfinity 8500R - Type 8681 General checkout 5 Diagnostics 8 Diagnostic programs 8 Power-on self-test (POST 8 POST beep codes 9 Error messages 9 POST error messages 9 System-monitoring messages 9 Diagnostic error messages 10 ... log 32 Save settings 32 Restore settings 32 Load default settings 32 Exit setup 32 Using the System Partition 33 Configuring options 33 © Copyright IBM Corp. 1999 1
Netfinity 8500R - Type 8681 General checkout 5 Diagnostics 8 Diagnostic programs 8 Power-on self-test (POST 8 POST beep codes 9 Error messages 9 POST error messages 9 System-monitoring messages 9 Diagnostic error messages 10 ... log 32 Save settings 32 Restore settings 32 Load default settings 32 Exit setup 32 Using the System Partition 33 Configuring options 33 © Copyright IBM Corp. 1999 1
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... System Management Interconnect port 77 Front panel 79 Hot-swap Power supplies 80 Hot-swap fan installation/removal 83 Hot-plug PCI adapter installation 84 2 Netfinity Server HMM
... System Management Interconnect port 77 Front panel 79 Hot-swap Power supplies 80 Hot-swap fan installation/removal 83 Hot-plug PCI adapter installation 84 2 Netfinity Server HMM
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... coherency filter cards 155 Replacing the standard processor daughterboard 156 Reinstalling the processor housing assembly 159 SCSI backplane component locations . . . . . 160 SCSI backplane removal 161 Netfinity 8500R - Type 8681 3
... coherency filter cards 155 Replacing the standard processor daughterboard 156 Reinstalling the processor housing assembly 159 SCSI backplane component locations . . . . . 160 SCSI backplane removal 161 Netfinity 8500R - Type 8681 3
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... server design 163 I/O board 163 I /O Housing Assembly 234 Keyboards (101/102 Key 236 Power cords 238 4 Netfinity Server HMM Type 8681) . . . . 229 System 230 Processor Housing Assembly 232 I /O function card 163 Midplane 164 Processor controller board 164 Processor daughterboard 164 Memory board 164 Working inside a server ... a RAID environment 206 SCSI errors 206 SM BUS error (3-3-2 208 Undetermined problems 211 System management codes 222 System Management Interrupt (SMI) Handler . 227 Parts listing (Netfinity 8500R -
... server design 163 I/O board 163 I /O Housing Assembly 234 Keyboards (101/102 Key 236 Power cords 238 4 Netfinity Server HMM Type 8681) . . . . 229 System 230 Processor Housing Assembly 232 I /O function card 163 Midplane 164 Processor controller board 164 Processor daughterboard 164 Memory board 164 Working inside a server ... a RAID environment 206 SCSI errors 206 SM BUS error (3-3-2 208 Undetermined problems 211 System management codes 222 System Management Interrupt (SMI) Handler . 227 Parts listing (Netfinity 8500R -
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... automatically be cleared once the problem is corrected, the other error messages might be part of the server. Netfinity 8500R - A failed system might not occur the next time you run the test. Type 8681 5 This can be run except diagnostic tests which normally generates a message on the right side of the first...
... automatically be cleared once the problem is corrected, the other error messages might be part of the server. Netfinity 8500R - A failed system might not occur the next time you run the test. Type 8681 5 This can be run except diagnostic tests which normally generates a message on the right side of the first...
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... a SMI error posted in the front panel, see "Beep symptoms" on page 206. 6. If you hear beep codes, see "System management codes" on page 240. 6 Netfinity Server HMM If you do not hear beep codes, and have a flashing attention light and error messages posted in the front panel, see "Power supply...
... a SMI error posted in the front panel, see "Beep symptoms" on page 206. 6. If you hear beep codes, see "System management codes" on page 240. 6 Netfinity Server HMM If you do not hear beep codes, and have a flashing attention light and error messages posted in the front panel, see "Power supply...
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... possible, connect to the Configuration/Setup utility and check the system error log. Attempt to the cluster. Type 8681 7 Run storage test. 004 - Set all cables and power cords. - Power-on page 11. Netfinity 8500R - Yes No 002 Go to -FRU index" on page 166. Power-off the computer and all failing...
... possible, connect to the Configuration/Setup utility and check the system error log. Attempt to the cluster. Type 8681 7 Run storage test. 004 - Set all cables and power cords. - Power-on page 11. Netfinity 8500R - Yes No 002 Go to -FRU index" on page 166. Power-off the computer and all failing...
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... you can be caused by the software, you turn on electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM). POST does the following tools are connected properly 8 Netfinity Server HMM Also, if you cannot determine whether a problem is pressing the wrong key on self-test or POST. An example of some external devices...
... you can be caused by the software, you turn on electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM). POST does the following tools are connected properly 8 Netfinity Server HMM Also, if you cannot determine whether a problem is pressing the wrong key on self-test or POST. An example of some external devices...
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... occur as the server progresses through POST and the final number that appears on the screen represents the total amount of the first error message. Netfinity 8500R - These numbers advance as the Advanced System Management PCI Adapter monitors critical system functions. One beep indicates the successful completion of complex problems indicated..., numeric, or both. Hardware error messages that POST detected a problem. For more information, see "Beep symptoms" on your operating system or application program appears. Type 8681 9
... occur as the server progresses through POST and the final number that appears on the screen represents the total amount of the first error message. Netfinity 8500R - These numbers advance as the Advanced System Management PCI Adapter monitors critical system functions. One beep indicates the successful completion of complex problems indicated..., numeric, or both. Hardware error messages that POST detected a problem. For more information, see "Beep symptoms" on your operating system or application program appears. Type 8681 9
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.... Diagnostic programs This section includes useful information on how to the documentation that comes with the option. If you want to test a non-IBM product, refer to test the IBM Netfinity 8500R server. See "System error log" on page 32 for information on running the diagnostic programs. These programs are saved in the...
.... Diagnostic programs This section includes useful information on how to the documentation that comes with the option. If you want to test a non-IBM product, refer to test the IBM Netfinity 8500R server. See "System error log" on page 32 for information on running the diagnostic programs. These programs are saved in the...
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...Information" section of this occurs, work to running the diagnostic programs, pressing F1 displays help index from which you run the test. 2. Type 8681 11 When this Server Library for more information. Pressing F1 from within a help screen provides a help information. Pressing Esc closes the Help window... programs, a single problem might cause several error messages. You can select different categories. When you are running the diagnostic programs. Netfinity 8500R - After the cause of Netfinity Manager, a terminal program, or a Web browser. DIAGNOSTIC PROGRAMS Notes 1.
...Information" section of this occurs, work to running the diagnostic programs, pressing F1 displays help index from which you run the test. 2. Type 8681 11 When this Server Library for more information. Pressing F1 from within a help screen provides a help information. Pressing Esc closes the Help window... programs, a single problem might cause several error messages. You can select different categories. When you are running the diagnostic programs. Netfinity 8500R - After the cause of Netfinity Manager, a terminal program, or a Web browser. DIAGNOSTIC PROGRAMS Notes 1.
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...program, the following menu headings will appear at the top of the screen: Extended Basic Utility Hardware Info Quit 12 Netfinity Server HMM When the prompt Press F2 for the IBM logo screen. You might have the system serviced. 3. After you must enter the administrator password to obtain accurate test... results for the problem symptom. 4. Type in the diskette drive. If the problem persists, have to install a wrap connector on your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. 5. Turn on the IBM logo screen. You might need a scratch diskette to the server.
...program, the following menu headings will appear at the top of the screen: Extended Basic Utility Hardware Info Quit 12 Netfinity Server HMM When the prompt Press F2 for the IBM logo screen. You might have the system serviced. 3. After you must enter the administrator password to obtain accurate test... results for the problem symptom. 4. Type in the diskette drive. If the problem persists, have to install a wrap connector on your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. 5. Turn on the IBM logo screen. You might need a scratch diskette to the server.
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... of the screen. 5. The Online Manual also describes: The error messages that you suspect a software problem, refer to the Diagnostics Utility program Online Manual. Type 8681 13 DIAGNOSTIC PROGRAMS a. When you select Run Normal Test or Run Quick Test from the top of the available tests, press F1 twice to gain... (↑) and Down Arrow (↓) keys to scroll down to the test that the diagnostic tests generate The menu structure and options The function keys Netfinity 8500R - If you want to scroll across the menu headings.
... of the screen. 5. The Online Manual also describes: The error messages that you suspect a software problem, refer to the Diagnostics Utility program Online Manual. Type 8681 13 DIAGNOSTIC PROGRAMS a. When you select Run Normal Test or Run Quick Test from the top of the available tests, press F1 twice to gain... (↑) and Down Arrow (↓) keys to scroll down to the test that the diagnostic tests generate The menu structure and options The function keys Netfinity 8500R - If you want to scroll across the menu headings.
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To view the Test Log: 1. If you are already running the diagnostic programs, continue with step 1 in "Starting the diagnostic programs" on the screen. 14 Netfinity Server HMM Select View Test Log from the top of terms. Viewing the test log If you have not run the diagnostic programs, follow the instructions on page 12; then, follow the instructions in this procedure. In addition, the Online Manual contains a glossary of the screen. 2. Select Utility from the list that appears; then, return here.
To view the Test Log: 1. If you are already running the diagnostic programs, continue with step 1 in "Starting the diagnostic programs" on the screen. 14 Netfinity Server HMM Select View Test Log from the top of terms. Viewing the test log If you have not run the diagnostic programs, follow the instructions on page 12; then, follow the instructions in this procedure. In addition, the Online Manual contains a glossary of the screen. 2. Select Utility from the list that appears; then, return here.
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... Xeon processors 100 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB) 16 KB of level-1 cache memory 512 KB, 1 MB, or 2 MB of the Netfinity 8500R - Supports up to 8 GB Expandable to two internal hard disk drives CD-ROM drive Standard: Integrated drive electronics (IDE) Expansion-slot ...PCI adapter Upgradable features Advanced System Management PCI adapter upgrades (when available) Diagnostics upgrades (when available) Netfinity 8500R - Type 8681. Eight 64-bit, 33 MHz, hot-plug PCI slot connectors - Type 8681 15 Sixteen 168-pin, dual inline memory-module (DIMM) connectors - Features The following list summarizes the...
... Xeon processors 100 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB) 16 KB of level-1 cache memory 512 KB, 1 MB, or 2 MB of the Netfinity 8500R - Supports up to 8 GB Expandable to two internal hard disk drives CD-ROM drive Standard: Integrated drive electronics (IDE) Expansion-slot ...PCI adapter Upgradable features Advanced System Management PCI adapter upgrades (when available) Diagnostics upgrades (when available) Netfinity 8500R - Type 8681. Eight 64-bit, 33 MHz, hot-plug PCI slot connectors - Type 8681 15 Sixteen 168-pin, dual inline memory-module (DIMM) connectors - Features The following list summarizes the...