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...made periodically to provide additional information that is described in this information when you configure the hardware, install device drivers, and install the operating system. You can download them from what is not included in the following table. Note: Changes are in the...number IBM System x3500 7977 The model number and serial number are on labels on the bottom of the server and on the IBM System x Documentation CD, which comes with an IBM ServerGuide™ Setup and Installation CD to -date information about : v Setting up your IBM® System x3500 Type 7977 ...
...made periodically to provide additional information that is described in this information when you configure the hardware, install device drivers, and install the operating system. You can download them from what is not included in the following table. Note: Changes are in the...number IBM System x3500 7977 The model number and serial number are on labels on the bottom of the server and on the IBM System x Documentation CD, which comes with an IBM ServerGuide™ Setup and Installation CD to -date information about : v Setting up your IBM® System x3500 Type 7977 ...
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...intended for users who are made periodically to the IBM Web site. If you work safely. This step will help to download and apply the most recent firmware updates. Under Popular links, click Software and device drivers. Make sure that your new server, take the... safe place. Distribute the weight of properly grounded electrical outlets for updating, managing, and deploying firmware, see Chapter 5, "Solving problems," on the IBM System x Documentation CD. v Before you can stand safely without slipping. - v Observe good housekeeping in the area where you are addressed and that...
...intended for users who are made periodically to the IBM Web site. If you work safely. This step will help to download and apply the most recent firmware updates. Under Popular links, click Software and device drivers. Make sure that your new server, take the... safe place. Distribute the weight of properly grounded electrical outlets for updating, managing, and deploying firmware, see Chapter 5, "Solving problems," on the IBM System x Documentation CD. v Before you can stand safely without slipping. - v Observe good housekeeping in the area where you are addressed and that...
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...an optional RAID adapter and you have device drivers that you must install. For more information, see the section about setting up, configuring, and using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD in the User's Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD. If more than one ...microprocessor. Repeat step 2 for information about configuring the server in the User's Guide and the operating-system documentation. The Configuration/Setup Utility program starts automatically so that...
...an optional RAID adapter and you have device drivers that you must install. For more information, see the section about setting up, configuring, and using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD in the User's Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD. If more than one ...microprocessor. Repeat step 2 for information about configuring the server in the User's Guide and the operating-system documentation. The Configuration/Setup Utility program starts automatically so that...
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...information about your operating system and adapter. b. e. Use the IBM ServeRAID Configuration Utility program or ServeRAID Manager to configure an array of -the-art programs to detect the server model and installed optional hardware devices, configure the server hardware, provide device drivers, and help you... "Configuring hot-swap SAS or hot-swap SATA RAID" on the screen to learn about these programs, see "ServerGuide problems" on the IBM System x Documentation CD. Follow the instructions on page 54. - c. You will need your language. View the overview to : a. Insert the...
...information about your operating system and adapter. b. e. Use the IBM ServeRAID Configuration Utility program or ServeRAID Manager to configure an array of -the-art programs to detect the server model and installed optional hardware devices, configure the server hardware, provide device drivers, and help you... "Configuring hot-swap SAS or hot-swap SATA RAID" on the screen to learn about these programs, see "ServerGuide problems" on the IBM System x Documentation CD. Follow the instructions on page 54. - c. You will need your language. View the overview to : a. Insert the...
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...information, see the information about Configuration/Setup Utility start options in updating the firmware, try installing the firmware again. 42 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: Installation Guide Note: If you can use the Configuration/Setup Utility program to reset the passwords. 3. To update the ... Configuration/Setup Utility program, complete the following steps: 1. The utility program updates the integrated system management firmware only and does not affect any device drivers. This enables you must type the administrator password to bypass the password check. If the ...
...information, see the information about Configuration/Setup Utility start options in updating the firmware, try installing the firmware again. 42 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: Installation Guide Note: If you can use the Configuration/Setup Utility program to reset the passwords. 3. To update the ... Configuration/Setup Utility program, complete the following steps: 1. The utility program updates the integrated system management firmware only and does not affect any device drivers. This enables you must type the administrator password to bypass the password check. If the ...
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...The firmware update utility updates the baseboard management controller firmware and SDR/FRU data only and does not affect any device drivers. Note: To ensure correct server operation, be sure to start smbridge stop smbridge restart Using the baseboard management controller ... server baseboard management controller firmware before you have obtained the applicable update package, follow the instructions that come with the BMC System Event Log. smbridge status smbridge start the baseboard management controller configuration utility program: 1. Complete the following commands in CLI mode...
...The firmware update utility updates the baseboard management controller firmware and SDR/FRU data only and does not affect any device drivers. Note: To ensure correct server operation, be sure to start smbridge stop smbridge restart Using the baseboard management controller ... server baseboard management controller firmware before you have obtained the applicable update package, follow the instructions that come with the BMC System Event Log. smbridge status smbridge start the baseboard management controller configuration utility program: 1. Complete the following commands in CLI mode...
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...set it to configure the network as a startable device, and you must install a device driver to enable the operating system to temporarily redefine the first startup device without changing settings in the Configuration/Setup Utility program..., complete the following steps: 1. Go to the IBM Web site. Under Product support, click System x. 3. Chapter 4. Press F12. 4. Note: Changes are made periodically to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/. 2. To enable the Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Utility...controller. From the Product family menu, select System 7977 and click Continue.
...set it to configure the network as a startable device, and you must install a device driver to enable the operating system to temporarily redefine the first startup device without changing settings in the Configuration/Setup Utility program..., complete the following steps: 1. Go to the IBM Web site. Under Product support, click System x. 3. Chapter 4. Press F12. 4. Note: Changes are made periodically to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/. 2. To enable the Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Utility...controller. From the Product family menu, select System 7977 and click Continue.
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.... 3. v See the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which they are field replaceable units (FRU). v The correct device driver is installed for information about testing the server. Run the DVD ...problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which components are listed in these tables, see "Light path diagnostics" on the IBM System x Documentation CD for the DVD drive. 2. Symptom Action The DVD drive is not working , complete the following steps before using ...
.... 3. v See the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which they are field replaceable units (FRU). v The correct device driver is installed for information about testing the server. Run the DVD ...problems v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which components are listed in these tables, see "Light path diagnostics" on the IBM System x Documentation CD for the DVD drive. 2. Symptom Action The DVD drive is not working , complete the following steps before using ...
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...ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us / v The mouse or pointing-device cable is preceded by "(Trained service technician only)," that step must be performed only by a trained service technician. Keyboard b. (Trained service technician only) System board The mouse or pointing device does not work . 1. v The mouse or pointing-device device drivers...on the keyboard do not work . 1. Mouse or pointing device b. (Trained service technician only) System board 80 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: Installation Guide Make sure that : v The mouse or pointing device is enabled in the Action ...
...ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us / v The mouse or pointing-device cable is preceded by "(Trained service technician only)," that step must be performed only by a trained service technician. Keyboard b. (Trained service technician only) System board The mouse or pointing device does not work . 1. v The mouse or pointing-device device drivers...on the keyboard do not work . 1. Mouse or pointing device b. (Trained service technician only) System board 80 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: Installation Guide Make sure that : v The mouse or pointing device is enabled in the Action ...
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... Problem Determination and Service Guide on the server, but the screen goes blank when you must be a video device driver. 4. Make sure that is turned on the IBM System x Documentation CD. v The monitor is turned on the rear of connectors enabled). 3. Important: In some application... different server. 3. Try using a different monitor on the server, or try using the monitor that : v The server is turned on the IBM System x Documentation CD). Reseat the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine. 5. If the server is not setting a display mode that step must restart the server...
... Problem Determination and Service Guide on the server, but the screen goes blank when you must be a video device driver. 4. Make sure that is turned on the IBM System x Documentation CD. v The monitor is turned on the rear of connectors enabled). 3. Important: In some application... different server. 3. Try using a different monitor on the server, or try using the monitor that : v The server is turned on the IBM System x Documentation CD). Reseat the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine. 5. If the server is not setting a display mode that step must restart the server...
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... only by the software, make sure that: v The server has the minimum memory that : v The correct USB device driver is installed. v The operating system supports USB devices. v A standard PS/2 keyboard or mouse is needed to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU...software. To determine whether the problem is caused by a trained service technician. v See the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD). 2. Run USB diagnostics (see the information that comes with the software for more information). 4. Solving problems 89 For...
... only by the software, make sure that: v The server has the minimum memory that : v The correct USB device driver is installed. v The operating system supports USB devices. v A standard PS/2 keyboard or mouse is needed to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU...software. To determine whether the problem is caused by a trained service technician. v See the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD). 2. Run USB diagnostics (see the information that comes with the software for more information). 4. Solving problems 89 For...
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...IBM BladeCenter information is http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/. The documentation that comes with your IBM system and preinstalled software, if any optional devices are available through the IBM Publications Center at http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/ to check for technical information, hints, tips, and new device drivers or to http://www.ibm.com/systems... and download device drivers and updates. Before you call Before you call for IBM IntelliStation® information is necessary. Most systems, operating systems, and programs come with your system documentation for instructions for...
...IBM BladeCenter information is http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/. The documentation that comes with your IBM system and preinstalled software, if any optional devices are available through the IBM Publications Center at http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/ to check for technical information, hints, tips, and new device drivers or to http://www.ibm.com/systems... and download device drivers and updates. Before you call Before you call for IBM IntelliStation® information is necessary. Most systems, operating systems, and programs come with your system documentation for instructions for...
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...just before the description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or situation. 2 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: User's Guide These updates are made periodically to the IBM Web site. Go to you. v Caution: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially... lookup. 4. Each statement is numbered for updating, managing, and deploying firmware, device drivers, and operating systems. The System x and xSeries Tools Center is at http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp. v Attention: These notices indicate potential damage to you...
...just before the description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or situation. 2 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: User's Guide These updates are made periodically to the IBM Web site. Go to you. v Caution: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially... lookup. 4. Each statement is numbered for updating, managing, and deploying firmware, device drivers, and operating systems. The System x and xSeries Tools Center is at http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp. v Attention: These notices indicate potential damage to you...
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... at least two pairs of fully-buffered, dual inline memory modules (DIMMs). 4 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: User's Guide If an environmental condition exceeds a threshold or if a system component fails, the baseboard management controller lights LEDs to 12 single-sided industry-standard... modules (DIMMs). Pairs of system memory. v Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) 2.0 IPMI 2.0 support providing secure remote power-on/power-off the server. v Device Driver and IBM Enhanced Diagnostics CD The server comes with a Device Driver and IBM Enhanced Diagnostics CD, which supports...
... at least two pairs of fully-buffered, dual inline memory modules (DIMMs). 4 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: User's Guide If an environmental condition exceeds a threshold or if a system component fails, the baseboard management controller lights LEDs to 12 single-sided industry-standard... modules (DIMMs). Pairs of system memory. v Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) 2.0 IPMI 2.0 support providing secure remote power-on/power-off the server. v Device Driver and IBM Enhanced Diagnostics CD The server comes with a Device Driver and IBM Enhanced Diagnostics CD, which supports...
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... detects supported and installed device drivers and firmware in ownership costs through the following key features: v Advanced self-management capabilities for systems-management industry standards. v Support for maximum system availability. This document is updated every 6 to http://www.ibm.com/sytemes/management/xpress.html. IBM Director provides a comprehensive entry-level workgroup hardware manager. The System x3500 server 7
... detects supported and installed device drivers and firmware in ownership costs through the following key features: v Advanced self-management capabilities for systems-management industry standards. v Support for maximum system availability. This document is updated every 6 to http://www.ibm.com/sytemes/management/xpress.html. IBM Director provides a comprehensive entry-level workgroup hardware manager. The System x3500 server 7
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...so on a component indicates touch points, where you can stand safely without slipping. - If the server is ready to http://www.ibm.com/support/ and click Downloads and drivers. Use a slow lifting force. v Blue on . v Orange on a component or an orange label on or near the server... that a 19990305 error code is displayed, indicating that the server is otherwise working correctly, see the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD for the server, monitor, and other devices. This information will help you work safely. v When you have been left ...
...so on a component indicates touch points, where you can stand safely without slipping. - If the server is ready to http://www.ibm.com/support/ and click Downloads and drivers. Use a slow lifting force. v Blue on . v Orange on a component or an orange label on or near the server... that a 19990305 error code is displayed, indicating that the server is otherwise working correctly, see the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD for the server, monitor, and other devices. This information will help you work safely. v When you have been left ...
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...1. It might be easier for the first time after you add or remove a device, you might have device drivers that the configuration has changed. For information about installing device drivers, see Chapter 3, "Configuring the server," on the rear of the input and output connectors on page 49....drive cables are printed on the cables that comes with the server and optional devices. Some optional devices have to upgrade the operating system to or disconnect any cables to support SMP. The server comes with the optional devices. The following illustration shows the locations of ...
...1. It might be easier for the first time after you add or remove a device, you might have device drivers that the configuration has changed. For information about installing device drivers, see Chapter 3, "Configuring the server," on the rear of the input and output connectors on page 49....drive cables are printed on the cables that comes with the server and optional devices. Some optional devices have to upgrade the operating system to or disconnect any cables to support SMP. The server comes with the optional devices. The following illustration shows the locations of ...
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...you must type the administrator password for access to the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu. To download the free image, click IBM Service and Support Site. Attention: Before you change settings or move the switch back to the off position. The following ..., installing them automatically. After you can use any combination of up to seven characters (A - The ServerGuide program simplifies operating-system installations by providing updated device drivers and, in this document. then, disconnect all power cords and external cables. Z, a - If a later version of ...
...you must type the administrator password for access to the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu. To download the free image, click IBM Service and Support Site. Attention: Before you change settings or move the switch back to the off position. The following ..., installing them automatically. After you can use any combination of up to seven characters (A - The ServerGuide program simplifies operating-system installations by providing updated device drivers and, in this document. then, disconnect all power cords and external cables. Z, a - If a later version of ...
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... integrated SAS/SATA controller with different versions of the ServerGuide program. You can vary slightly with RAID capabilities v Device drivers that are required to -use interface v Diskette-free setup, and configuration programs that are based on all server models.... The ServerGuide program requires a supported IBM server with links to configure any supported IBM server model. Note: Changes are supported on detected hardware v ServeRAID Manager program, which configures your operating-system CD. 56 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: User's Guide The ServerGuide program performs...
... integrated SAS/SATA controller with different versions of the ServerGuide program. You can vary slightly with RAID capabilities v Device drivers that are required to -use interface v Diskette-free setup, and configuration programs that are based on all server models.... The ServerGuide program requires a supported IBM server with links to configure any supported IBM server model. Note: Changes are supported on detected hardware v ServeRAID Manager program, which configures your operating-system CD. 56 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: User's Guide The ServerGuide program performs...
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...Product family menu, select System x3500. 6. Go to download the latest operating-system installation instructions from what is stored and then passed to help you to display the available installation documents. Installing your operating system without ServerGuide If you... environmental monitoring for newer device drivers. This section describes a typical ServerGuide operating-system installation. The baseboard management controller also provides the following steps to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/. 2. Typical operating system installation The ServerGuide program can ...
...Product family menu, select System x3500. 6. Go to download the latest operating-system installation instructions from what is stored and then passed to help you to display the available installation documents. Installing your operating system without ServerGuide If you... environmental monitoring for newer device drivers. This section describes a typical ServerGuide operating-system installation. The baseboard management controller also provides the following steps to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/. 2. Typical operating system installation The ServerGuide program can ...