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.... . 27 Computer exploded view 28 A40/A40P/A40i system board layout . . . . . 29 System board locations 29 System board jumper settings 29 Clear CMOS/Flash Boot Block Recovery. . . 30 Processor Speed Settings 30 System board memory 30 Installing memory 30 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 ...codes 59 Miscellaneous error messages 73 Undetermined problems 75 Chapter 7. Parts 77 Parts listing 78 Keyboards (PCNext Lite Pearl White 81 Computer Power Cords 83 Recovery CDs - Additional Service Information 85 Security features 85 Passwords 85 Power-on password 85 Removing a power-...
.... . 27 Computer exploded view 28 A40/A40P/A40i system board layout . . . . . 29 System board locations 29 System board jumper settings 29 Clear CMOS/Flash Boot Block Recovery. . . 30 Processor Speed Settings 30 System board memory 30 Installing memory 30 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 ...codes 59 Miscellaneous error messages 73 Undetermined problems 75 Chapter 7. Parts 77 Parts listing 78 Keyboards (PCNext Lite Pearl White 81 Computer Power Cords 83 Recovery CDs - Additional Service Information 85 Security features 85 Passwords 85 Power-on password 85 Removing a power-...
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... 132 Miscellaneous Information 134 Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Terms . . . . 134 Send Us Your Comments 136 Notices 138 Trademarks 139 iv Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer
... 132 Miscellaneous Information 134 Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Terms . . . . 134 Send Us Your Comments 136 Notices 138 Trademarks 139 iv Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer
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...to determine and obtain the latest level BIOS, see "Setup Utility program" on page 37. v If the computer hangs with a hardware option. v If the computer hangs and no errors are displayed, diagnose the first error code displayed. v To enable beep and memory count ...external devices. 2. Power-on page 75. Power-on page 8. Check for type 2271/6840/6841 computers. DID YOU RECEIVE THE CORRECT RESPONSE? © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 1 See "Diagnostics" on the computer. 7. Diagnostic error messages appear when a test program finds a problem with a POST error, go ...
...to determine and obtain the latest level BIOS, see "Setup Utility program" on page 37. v If the computer hangs with a hardware option. v If the computer hangs and no errors are displayed, diagnose the first error code displayed. v To enable beep and memory count ...external devices. 2. Power-on page 75. Power-on page 8. Check for type 2271/6840/6841 computers. DID YOU RECEIVE THE CORRECT RESPONSE? © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 1 See "Diagnostics" on the computer. 7. Diagnostic error messages appear when a test program finds a problem with a POST error, go ...
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.... 5. If it is enabled, do the following: 1. v If you cannot continue, replace the last device tested. 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer If YES, proceed to "Diagnostics" on page 8. If necessary, refer to 003 . 002 If the Power Management feature is not, press Left Arrow...
.... 5. If it is enabled, do the following: 1. v If you cannot continue, replace the last device tested. 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer If YES, proceed to "Diagnostics" on page 8. If necessary, refer to 003 . 002 If the Power Management feature is not, press Left Arrow...
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Chapter 2. v Type 6841 is the minitower with the A40 board and modem. Not all models come with the A40P board. DIMM heights of 512 MB - Microprocessor ® ™ Intel Pentium III microprocessor with 256 KB of internal L2 cache memory Memory ...) v Wake on startup v System Management (SM) BIOS and SM software v Ability to store POST hardware test results © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 3 General Information Features The NetVista type 2271/6840/6841 computers are available in the Configuration/Setup Utility program, this feature is the minitower with the A40 board.
Chapter 2. v Type 6841 is the minitower with the A40 board and modem. Not all models come with the A40P board. DIMM heights of 512 MB - Microprocessor ® ™ Intel Pentium III microprocessor with 256 KB of internal L2 cache memory Memory ...) v Wake on startup v System Management (SM) BIOS and SM software v Ability to store POST hardware test results © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 3 General Information Features The NetVista type 2271/6840/6841 computers are available in the Configuration/Setup Utility program, this feature is the minitower with the A40 board.
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... sequence control v Startup without diskette drive, keyboard, or mouse v Unattended start mode v Diskette and hard disk I/O control v Serial and parallel port I/O control v Security profile by IBM as compatible with your computer following the publication of the operating system vendor. 4 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer
... sequence control v Startup without diskette drive, keyboard, or mouse v Unattended start mode v Diskette and hard disk I/O control v Serial and parallel port I/O control v Security profile by IBM as compatible with your computer following the publication of the operating system vendor. 4 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer
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... m (7000 ft) Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA) (approximate): Note: The maximum altitude, 2134 m (7000 ft.), is available from IBM. Actual sound-pressure levels in a given location might exceed the average values stated because of computers will operate. The declared sound-power levels indicate an upper limit, below which a large number of room reflections...
... m (7000 ft) Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA) (approximate): Note: The maximum altitude, 2134 m (7000 ft.), is available from IBM. Actual sound-pressure levels in a given location might exceed the average values stated because of computers will operate. The declared sound-power levels indicate an upper limit, below which a large number of room reflections...
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... setup configuration (other than default settings) might alter those settings. Running the Setup Utility program might exist on the computer. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 7 Error Code Format v Diagnostics program v Recovery utility - Note the current configuration settings and verify ... use the following tools are servicing. This program includes settings for a few seconds until all in the permanent memory of the computer. The Setup Utility (configuration) program is complete. POST Beep Codes - Diagnostics Setup Utility program 7 Product Recovery Program menu ...
... setup configuration (other than default settings) might alter those settings. Running the Setup Utility program might exist on the computer. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 7 Error Code Format v Diagnostics program v Recovery utility - Note the current configuration settings and verify ... use the following tools are servicing. This program includes settings for a few seconds until all in the permanent memory of the computer. The Setup Utility (configuration) program is complete. POST Beep Codes - Diagnostics Setup Utility program 7 Product Recovery Program menu ...
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...finished, select System Summary to the self-starting utility download and instructions. 8 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer v Full recovery This utility reformats the hard drive and restores all device drivers v Repair This is the emergency... Windows components. Follow the instructions on the left. To download the diagnostics program, see ″Symptom-to http://www.ibm.com/. v Select NetVista from the ″Downloadable files by Category″ pull-down menu or go directly to Enhanced), the machine displays the...
...finished, select System Summary to the self-starting utility download and instructions. 8 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer v Full recovery This utility reformats the hard drive and restores all device drivers v Repair This is the emergency... Windows components. Follow the instructions on the left. To download the diagnostics program, see ″Symptom-to http://www.ibm.com/. v Select NetVista from the ″Downloadable files by Category″ pull-down menu or go directly to Enhanced), the machine displays the...
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...bar. Module test menu/hardware configuration report Depending on the diagnostic version level you are using, the installed devices in the computer are verified in the computer are highlighted on this menu, select System Info, then select Hardware Configuration from the next menu. Normally, all installed ... Using the cursor movement keys, highlight a single test within a test category, press Ctrl-Enter to automatically run all installed devices in the computer are highlighted on page 13. Test selection To select one of two ways. 1. At the start of tests than does Run Quick Test...
...bar. Module test menu/hardware configuration report Depending on the diagnostic version level you are using, the installed devices in the computer are verified in the computer are highlighted on this menu, select System Info, then select Hardware Configuration from the next menu. Normally, all installed ... Using the cursor movement keys, highlight a single test within a test category, press Ctrl-Enter to automatically run all installed devices in the computer are highlighted on page 13. Test selection To select one of two ways. 1. At the start of tests than does Run Quick Test...
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... and will produce the following error code format: Function Code Failure Type DeviceID Date ChkDigits Text 10 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer v Only sockets containing a SIMM or DIMM can be sent. Unpopulated sockets are noted by ........ v Verifies the EEPROM checksum. v Verifies the EEPROM areas...
... and will produce the following error code format: Function Code Failure Type DeviceID Date ChkDigits Text 10 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer v Only sockets containing a SIMM or DIMM can be sent. Unpopulated sockets are noted by ........ v Verifies the EEPROM checksum. v Verifies the EEPROM areas...
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... Type: Represents the type of the tests: v Hard Disk Test - v DeviceID: Contains the component's unit-ID which the diagnostic test was run on the specified IBM computer. - v ChkDigits: Contains a 2-digit check-digit value to make sure SMART functionality is active. v Checks the SMART RETURN STATUS command to either a fixed disk drive, removable...
... Type: Represents the type of the tests: v Hard Disk Test - v DeviceID: Contains the component's unit-ID which the diagnostic test was run on the specified IBM computer. - v ChkDigits: Contains a 2-digit check-digit value to make sure SMART functionality is active. v Checks the SMART RETURN STATUS command to either a fixed disk drive, removable...
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... drive. v Performs all partitions (both the master and backup). v Select Utility v Select Asset EEPROM Backup 12 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer You can run the Start SMART Hard Disk Test and then continue with a visual representation of completion status. Quick and Full erase - To...
... drive. v Performs all partitions (both the master and backup). v Select Utility v Select Asset EEPROM Backup 12 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer You can run the Start SMART Hard Disk Test and then continue with a visual representation of completion status. Quick and Full erase - To...
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Chapter 4. Disengage the keylock (if any) on the side of the computer. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 15 Remove the two back thumb screws. 2. Installing Options Input/Output connectors 15 Removing the cover 15 Internal drive removal and replacement . . . . . 16 ...
Chapter 4. Disengage the keylock (if any) on the side of the computer. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2000 15 Remove the two back thumb screws. 2. Installing Options Input/Output connectors 15 Removing the cover 15 Internal drive removal and replacement . . . . . 16 ...
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3. Remove the cover. Internal drive removal and replacement 16 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer Push the side cover toward the rear, using the two embosses at the back of the cover. 4.
3. Remove the cover. Internal drive removal and replacement 16 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer Push the side cover toward the rear, using the two embosses at the back of the cover. 4.
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... figures below for the drive settings. Remove the cover (see "Removing the cover" on page 15). 18 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer AUDIO RGGL IDE INTERFACE 39 40 DC INPUT 1 2 5V G G 12V See Jumper Settings Below CD-ROM 40X 48X Primary (Master) : : : : Secondary (Slave...
... figures below for the drive settings. Remove the cover (see "Removing the cover" on page 15). 18 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer AUDIO RGGL IDE INTERFACE 39 40 DC INPUT 1 2 5V G G 12V See Jumper Settings Below CD-ROM 40X 48X Primary (Master) : : : : Secondary (Slave...
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Chapter 4. 2. Pivot the lower drive bay cage outward from the computer, into the locked position. Remove the front EMC shield for the specific drive bay. 4. Installing Options 19 Remove the side support bar. 3.
Chapter 4. 2. Pivot the lower drive bay cage outward from the computer, into the locked position. Remove the front EMC shield for the specific drive bay. 4. Installing Options 19 Remove the side support bar. 3.
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Mount DASD rails on the drive you wish to install and slide the drive along the rail guides into operating position. 7. Press the tab that holds the cage in the open position and swing the cage back into the unoccupied drive bay. 6. Connect the power and signal cables to the drive. 8. Connect the cables to the drive. 20 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer 5.
Mount DASD rails on the drive you wish to install and slide the drive along the rail guides into operating position. 7. Press the tab that holds the cage in the open position and swing the cage back into the unoccupied drive bay. 6. Connect the power and signal cables to the drive. 8. Connect the cables to the drive. 20 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer 5.
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Remove the cover. Chapter 4. Note: For drives not shown below, refer to the label on the hard disk drive for the NetVista series computers use jumpers to set the drives as primary (master) or secondary (slave). Hard disk drive jumper settings IDE hard disk drives for the hard disk drive settings. 1 Primary (Master) Hard Disk Drive 2 Secondary (Slave) Hard Disk Drive Installing a security U-bolt To install a U-bolt, do the following: 1. Installing Options 21
Remove the cover. Chapter 4. Note: For drives not shown below, refer to the label on the hard disk drive for the NetVista series computers use jumpers to set the drives as primary (master) or secondary (slave). Hard disk drive jumper settings IDE hard disk drives for the hard disk drive settings. 1 Primary (Master) Hard Disk Drive 2 Secondary (Slave) Hard Disk Drive Installing a security U-bolt To install a U-bolt, do the following: 1. Installing Options 21
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... ends together with an appropriately sized or adjustable wrench. 4. See "Replacing the cover" on page 15). 22 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer Replace the computer cover. Remove the cover (see "Removing the cover" on page 26. 5. 2. Remove the two metal knockouts. 1 U-bolt 2 Bolt holes 3 Nuts...
... ends together with an appropriately sized or adjustable wrench. 4. See "Replacing the cover" on page 15). 22 Hardware Maintenance Manual A40 Type 6840 A40P Type 6841 A40i Type 2271: IBM NetVista Computer Replace the computer cover. Remove the cover (see "Removing the cover" on page 26. 5. 2. Remove the two metal knockouts. 1 U-bolt 2 Bolt holes 3 Nuts...