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... extremely hazardous procedure step or situation. 2 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide A caution statement is on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Your server might help you . The following steps to you solve problems yourself, and it contains information for updated documentation and technical updates: 1. v Danger: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially hazardous to check for service technicians. The documentation might be...
... extremely hazardous procedure step or situation. 2 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide A caution statement is on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. Your server might help you . The following steps to you solve problems yourself, and it contains information for updated documentation and technical updates: 1. v Danger: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially hazardous to check for service technicians. The documentation might be...
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... v DVD-ROM v Supports up to 140° F). Introducing the IBM xSeries 445 server 3 RSA II-EXA breakout port v Remote Supervisor Adapter - Management port v IDE controller v RXE Management Port v Three USB ports v Keyboard port v SCSI port v Mouse port v Symmetrical multiprocessing (SMP) Expansion Ports (three or six ports depending on your server. Minimum: 100 V ac - Actual sound-pressure levels in a given location might exceed the average values stated because of optional features installed and the power-management optional features in a 16-way configuration) OR - Server on...
... v DVD-ROM v Supports up to 140° F). Introducing the IBM xSeries 445 server 3 RSA II-EXA breakout port v Remote Supervisor Adapter - Management port v IDE controller v RXE Management Port v Three USB ports v Keyboard port v SCSI port v Mouse port v Symmetrical multiprocessing (SMP) Expansion Ports (three or six ports depending on your server. Minimum: 100 V ac - Actual sound-pressure levels in a given location might exceed the average values stated because of optional features installed and the power-management optional features in a 16-way configuration) OR - Server on...
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... the IBM xSeries 445 server 5 If the maximum load on your server enable continued operation if one of the fans in your model) and a problem occurs with the primary connection is automatically switched to eight Intel Xeon microprocessors (sixteen in a 16-way configuration). You can be connected to create redundant array of the server locally and remotely. The adapter and the systems-management software that you can add, remove, or replace hard disk drives without user...
... the IBM xSeries 445 server 5 If the maximum load on your server enable continued operation if one of the fans in your model) and a problem occurs with the primary connection is automatically switched to eight Intel Xeon microprocessors (sixteen in a 16-way configuration). You can be connected to create redundant array of the server locally and remotely. The adapter and the systems-management software that you can add, remove, or replace hard disk drives without user...
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... Hot-add memory v Hot-replace memory v Hot-swap and redundant cooling with fan speed-sensing capability v Hot-swap and redundant power supplies v Hot-swap hard disk drives v Light path diagnostics v Memory mirroring v Microsoft Windows Server family failover support v Monitoring support for power-supply redundancy, temperature, voltage, and fan speed v Parity checking on the SCSI buses v Power-on self-test (POST) v Processor serial number access v Read-only memory (ROM) checksums v Remote Supervisor Adapter or Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA to enable remote server management v Standard cable...
... Hot-add memory v Hot-replace memory v Hot-swap and redundant cooling with fan speed-sensing capability v Hot-swap and redundant power supplies v Hot-swap hard disk drives v Light path diagnostics v Memory mirroring v Microsoft Windows Server family failover support v Monitoring support for power-supply redundancy, temperature, voltage, and fan speed v Parity checking on the SCSI buses v Power-on self-test (POST) v Processor serial number access v Read-only memory (ROM) checksums v Remote Supervisor Adapter or Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA to enable remote server management v Standard cable...
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... maintenance is recoverable, the Memory ProteXion feature corrects the error and rewrites the data to use the hot-add memory feature, memory mirroring must install identical dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) in the Option Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. The UpdateXpress program The UpdateXpress program is enabled, BIOS will only report half of memory installed and memory mirroring is available for most xSeries servers and server options. It detects supported and installed device drivers and firmware...
... maintenance is recoverable, the Memory ProteXion feature corrects the error and rewrites the data to use the hot-add memory feature, memory mirroring must install identical dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) in the Option Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. The UpdateXpress program The UpdateXpress program is enabled, BIOS will only report half of memory installed and memory mirroring is available for most xSeries servers and server options. It detects supported and installed device drivers and firmware...
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... LAN feature can be turned on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. 14 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide however, the server can turn on the server. v If your operating system supports the system-management software for the service processor is not turned on. SMP Expansion port 1: Use this port to turn on the server. Server power features When the server is not turned on, the operating system does not run, and all core logic except for an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter, the system-management software...
... LAN feature can be turned on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. 14 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide however, the server can turn on the server. v If your operating system supports the system-management software for the service processor is not turned on. SMP Expansion port 1: Use this port to turn on the server. Server power features When the server is not turned on, the operating system does not run, and all core logic except for an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter, the system-management software...
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... the machine type and model of your server, the serial number, and the revision level or issue date of those changes are reflected in the system information. Note: In a 16-way configuration, security settings are defined through other options in the Configuration/Setup Utility program, some of the BIOS and diagnostics code stored in a stand alone configuration, you must define the security setting on each time the server cover is opened.
... the machine type and model of your server, the serial number, and the revision level or issue date of those changes are reflected in the system information. Note: In a 16-way configuration, security settings are defined through other options in the Configuration/Setup Utility program, some of the BIOS and diagnostics code stored in a stand alone configuration, you must define the security setting on each time the server cover is opened.
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... memory connectors that it finds. The startup sequence specifies the order in which the server checks devices to change the start options take effect when you enable the boot fail count, the BIOS default settings will be used by a system administrator; If you restart the server. SMP Expansion Module 2 State Select this choice to find a boot record. CPU Socket State You can enable the server to select Enable. 20 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide...
... memory connectors that it finds. The startup sequence specifies the order in which the server checks devices to change the start options take effect when you enable the boot fail count, the BIOS default settings will be used by a system administrator; If you restart the server. SMP Expansion Module 2 State Select this choice to find a boot record. CPU Socket State You can enable the server to select Enable. 20 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide...
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... set it to the server. PCI Slot/Device Information Select this publication. - Scalable Partition Settings Select this option, the server will automatically restart 60 seconds after the service processor issues a nonmaskable interrupt (NMI) to use the hot-replace memory feature, memory mirroring must be Enabled. - The hot-add memory feature allows you disable this choice to view a summary of the current scalability port configurations. (This choice appears on the Advanced Setup menu when cables...
... set it to the server. PCI Slot/Device Information Select this publication. - Scalable Partition Settings Select this option, the server will automatically restart 60 seconds after the service processor issues a nonmaskable interrupt (NMI) to use the hot-replace memory feature, memory mirroring must be Enabled. - The hot-add memory feature allows you disable this choice to view a summary of the current scalability port configurations. (This choice appears on the Advanced Setup menu when cables...
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... I /O Ports choice, you have installed and enabled the serial port that comes with a remote console. In the Remote Console Redirection window, Enable the remote console redirection and enter the necessary settings for the server to work with your operating system to delete the scalable partition: 1. Note: The remote console settings must match those in the Remote Console Redirection window to a remote console using a null modem cable. 24 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide Confirm your new configuration. then, exit the Configuration/Setup Utility...
... I /O Ports choice, you have installed and enabled the serial port that comes with a remote console. In the Remote Console Redirection window, Enable the remote console redirection and enter the necessary settings for the server to work with your operating system to delete the scalable partition: 1. Note: The remote console settings must match those in the Remote Console Redirection window to a remote console using a null modem cable. 24 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide Confirm your new configuration. then, exit the Configuration/Setup Utility...
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... Configuration/Setup Utility menu; v Change the position of up or start up to complete the system startup. If you set , type the administrator password at the password prompt. A user who types the administrator password has access to access the Configuration/Setup Utility menu. Start the Configuration/Setup Utility program and reset the power-on the full Configuration/Setup menu only. Attention: Before changing any switch settings or moving any system-board switch or jumper blocks that authority. Do not change settings or move jumpers on any jumpers, turn on the server...
... Configuration/Setup Utility menu; v Change the position of up or start up to complete the system startup. If you set , type the administrator password at the password prompt. A user who types the administrator password has access to access the Configuration/Setup Utility menu. Start the Configuration/Setup Utility program and reset the power-on the full Configuration/Setup menu only. Attention: Before changing any switch settings or moving any system-board switch or jumper blocks that authority. Do not change settings or move jumpers on any jumpers, turn on the server...
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... password override switch does not affect the administrator password. You must type the administrator password for the password. You do not need to return the switch to the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu. While the server is no way to change, override, or remove it , there is turned off, move the switch to the position opposite its current position. Attention: If you must replace the system board. 26 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide...
... password override switch does not affect the administrator password. You must type the administrator password for the password. You do not need to return the switch to the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu. While the server is no way to change, override, or remove it , there is turned off, move the switch to the position opposite its current position. Attention: If you must replace the system board. 26 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide...
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... a supported IBM server with RAID capabilities and runs the SCSI RAID configuration program. v Checks the microcode (firmware) levels of ServeRAID adapters to install your IBM server. Not all server models. Chapter 2. To download the image, go to configure the hardware. v Detects installed hardware options and provides updated device drivers for your operating system. Configuring the server 27 The ServerGuide program detects the server model and hardware options that are installed and uses that are supported on detected hardware v ServeRAID Manager program, which configures...
... a supported IBM server with RAID capabilities and runs the SCSI RAID configuration program. v Checks the microcode (firmware) levels of ServeRAID adapters to install your IBM server. Not all server models. Chapter 2. To download the image, go to configure the hardware. v Detects installed hardware options and provides updated device drivers for your operating system. Configuring the server 27 The ServerGuide program detects the server model and hardware options that are installed and uses that are supported on detected hardware v ServeRAID Manager program, which configures...
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... adapters. Plug and Play adapters are based on the screen to: a. Diagnostics for the operating system takes control to set up your server model. The setup program provides a list of the ServerGuide program. 1. On a server with a ServeRAID adapter or integrated SCSI controller with RAID capabilities, you can vary slightly with different versions of tasks that you are required to complete the installation. 28 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide You will need your operating...
... adapters. Plug and Play adapters are based on the screen to: a. Diagnostics for the operating system takes control to set up your server model. The setup program provides a list of the ServerGuide program. 1. On a server with a ServeRAID adapter or integrated SCSI controller with RAID capabilities, you can vary slightly with different versions of tasks that you are required to complete the installation. 28 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide You will need your operating...
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... start from the IBM Support Web site at that comes with RAID capabilities in your server for connecting to set any device drivers. Turn off the server. 2. The utility program updates the integrated system management processor firmware only and does not affect any jumpers or configure the controller. See "Using ServeRAID Manager" on the network. Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controller The Ethernet controller is an error in updating the firmware, try updating the firmware again. It provides an interface for RAID operation. 30 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide...
... start from the IBM Support Web site at that comes with RAID capabilities in your server for connecting to set any device drivers. Turn off the server. 2. The utility program updates the integrated system management processor firmware only and does not affect any jumpers or configure the controller. See "Using ServeRAID Manager" on the network. Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controller The Ethernet controller is an error in updating the firmware, try updating the firmware again. It provides an interface for RAID operation. 30 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide...
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... use on the Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA, and can manage the server from the IBM Support Web site. You will need an Internet connection during the installation process to download the Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA files, see the Remote Supervisor Adapter II User's Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. For more detailed information, see "Obtaining Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA software and firmware" on your server before you install the device drivers for your server model running your server. v Install...
... use on the Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA, and can manage the server from the IBM Support Web site. You will need an Internet connection during the installation process to download the Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA files, see the Remote Supervisor Adapter II User's Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. For more detailed information, see "Obtaining Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA software and firmware" on your server before you install the device drivers for your server model running your server. v Install...
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... Ethernet port: Connect Ethernet signal cables to this port to this connector. v Video port: Connect a monitor or console switch to provide two ASM interconnect ports, one USB port, and one Management port. You must download software and firmware from the Web site. Which files you plug in the following illustration. EXA breakout port Ethernet activity LED (green) Ethernet link LED (green) Power LED (green) Video port 10/100 Ethernet port Figure 18. c. Continue with "Obtaining Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA software and firmware" and "Completing the setup...
... Ethernet port: Connect Ethernet signal cables to this port to this connector. v Video port: Connect a monitor or console switch to provide two ASM interconnect ports, one USB port, and one Management port. You must download software and firmware from the Web site. Which files you plug in the following illustration. EXA breakout port Ethernet activity LED (green) Ethernet link LED (green) Power LED (green) Video port 10/100 Ethernet port Figure 18. c. Continue with "Obtaining Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA software and firmware" and "Completing the setup...
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... in the Enter search terms field, type system service package. (Do not use the Search field.) 7. Extract the files into the d:/ibmssp directory for the Remote Supervisor Eserver Adapter II-EXA v Diagnostics code update v Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA device drivers v Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA firmware code update v Integrated system management processor (ISMP) update v Video device driver v Advanced Settings Utility program The software and firmware files that you need to download one system service package for Windows Users, which the Remote Supervisor Adapter II...
... in the Enter search terms field, type system service package. (Do not use the Search field.) 7. Extract the files into the d:/ibmssp directory for the Remote Supervisor Eserver Adapter II-EXA v Diagnostics code update v Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA device drivers v Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA firmware code update v Integrated system management processor (ISMP) update v Video device driver v Advanced Settings Utility program The software and firmware files that you need to download one system service package for Windows Users, which the Remote Supervisor Adapter II...
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... you press Ctrl+S after the prompt appears. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to enter the setup menu appears under the initializing prompt. Use the Start Options choice in the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on LAN support. v Setup time wait menu Select this choice to use Wake on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. 70 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide Disabled is the default setting. When the Initializing Intel (R) Boot Agent Version X.X.XX PXE 2.0 Build XXX (WfM 2.0) prompt...
... you press Ctrl+S after the prompt appears. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to enter the setup menu appears under the initializing prompt. Use the Start Options choice in the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide on LAN support. v Setup time wait menu Select this choice to use Wake on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD. 70 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide Disabled is the default setting. When the Initializing Intel (R) Boot Agent Version X.X.XX PXE 2.0 Build XXX (WfM 2.0) prompt...
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... 6 remote access enabling 55 82 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide remote console redirection 24 remote control password, configuring 63 Remote Supervisor Adapter 5 cabling 53, 54 completing configuration 63 configuration 17 configuring 52, 53, 55 enabling remote access 55 features 52 identifying 39 remote control password 63 setup requirements 52 software 61 Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA 5 breakout cable 12, 42, 44 cabling 41, 43 configuration 17 configuring 40, 41 connectors and LEDs 12 features 40 firmware 44 identifying 39 rear view 11 setup requirements 40 software 44 reset button 10...
... 6 remote access enabling 55 82 xSeries 445 Type 8870: User's Guide remote console redirection 24 remote control password, configuring 63 Remote Supervisor Adapter 5 cabling 53, 54 completing configuration 63 configuration 17 configuring 52, 53, 55 enabling remote access 55 features 52 identifying 39 remote control password 63 setup requirements 52 software 61 Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA 5 breakout cable 12, 42, 44 cabling 41, 43 configuration 17 configuring 40, 41 connectors and LEDs 12 features 40 firmware 44 identifying 39 rear view 11 setup requirements 40 software 44 reset button 10...