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...View support telephone numbers at http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/. You can download firmware from http://www.ibm.com/systems/ support/. View information about IBM Support Line at http://www.ibm.com/services/sl/products/ or view support telephone numbers at http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/. No Check all cables ...of the problem and the action to take. Yes Is the problem No solved? Is the problem Yes solved? No Update the firmware to http://www.ibm.com/support/mysupport/. Hardware Hardware or Software software problem? Server Support Yes Is the server working correctly? No See ...
...View support telephone numbers at http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/. You can download firmware from http://www.ibm.com/systems/ support/. View information about IBM Support Line at http://www.ibm.com/services/sl/products/ or view support telephone numbers at http://www.ibm.com/planetwide/. No Check all cables ...of the problem and the action to take. Yes Is the problem No solved? Is the problem Yes solved? No Update the firmware to http://www.ibm.com/support/mysupport/. Hardware Hardware or Software software problem? Server Support Yes Is the server working correctly? No See ...
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... Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD 41 Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program 42 Using the Integrated System Management Firmware Update Utility program 42 Using the baseboard management controller 43 Enabling and configuring SOL using the OSA SMBridge management... RAID Configuration Utility menu choices 58 Creating a RAID array 58 Viewing the array configuration 59 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2008 iii Introduction 1 The IBM System x Documentation CD 2 Hardware and software requirements 2 Using the Documentation Browser 3 Notices and statements in this ...
... Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD 41 Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program 42 Using the Integrated System Management Firmware Update Utility program 42 Using the baseboard management controller 43 Enabling and configuring SOL using the OSA SMBridge management... RAID Configuration Utility menu choices 58 Creating a RAID array 58 Viewing the array configuration 59 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2008 iii Introduction 1 The IBM System x Documentation CD 2 Hardware and software requirements 2 Using the Documentation Browser 3 Notices and statements in this ...
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... about : v Setting up your IBM® System x3500 Type 7977 server and basic instructions for installing optional devices are made periodically to -date information about the server in the following illustration. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2008 1 Under Popular links, click Software and device drivers for firmware updates, or click Publications lookup for updates, complete the following table. You...
... about : v Setting up your IBM® System x3500 Type 7977 server and basic instructions for installing optional devices are made periodically to -date information about the server in the following illustration. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2008 1 Under Popular links, click Software and device drivers for firmware updates, or click Publications lookup for updates, complete the following table. You...
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... heavy for updating, managing, and deploying firmware, see the User's Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD. Under Popular links, click Software and device drivers. To avoid straining the muscles in the area where you lift a heavy object. - v Observe good housekeeping in your server, complete the following precautions: - To download firmware updated to the IBM Web site...
... heavy for updating, managing, and deploying firmware, see the User's Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD. Under Popular links, click Software and device drivers. To avoid straining the muscles in the area where you lift a heavy object. - v Observe good housekeeping in your server, complete the following precautions: - To download firmware updated to the IBM Web site...
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... you can use the following steps: 1. Select your operating-system CD. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2008 41 For information about your operating system and adapter. Follow the instructions on the IBM System x Documentation CD. Insert the CD, and restart the server.... You will need your keyboard layout and country. Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility program - b. View the readme file to customize the server hardware: v Configuration/Setup Utility program v Integrated System Management Firmware Update...
... you can use the following steps: 1. Select your operating-system CD. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2008 41 For information about your operating system and adapter. Follow the instructions on the IBM System x Documentation CD. Insert the CD, and restart the server.... You will need your keyboard layout and country. Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility program - b. View the readme file to customize the server hardware: v Configuration/Setup Utility program v Integrated System Management Firmware Update...
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... more 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 Using the Integrated System Management Firmware Update Utility program To update the firmware for Configuration/Setup is displayed, press F1. To update the firmware, complete the following steps: 1. Insert the diskette into the diskette drive. 3. Turn...
... more 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 Using the Integrated System Management Firmware Update Utility program To update the firmware for Configuration/Setup is displayed, press F1. To update the firmware, complete the following steps: 1. Insert the diskette into the diskette drive. 3. Turn...
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... follows: v Serial Port A: Auto-configure v Serial Port B: Auto-configure c. update and configure the baseboard management controller (BMC) firmware; Download the latest version of the BMC firmware from http://www.ibm.com/ systems/support/. Download the latest version of the BIOS code from http://www.ibm.com/ systems/support/. Restart the server and press F1 when you are...
... follows: v Serial Port A: Auto-configure v Serial Port B: Auto-configure c. update and configure the baseboard management controller (BMC) firmware; Download the latest version of the BMC firmware from http://www.ibm.com/ systems/support/. Download the latest version of the BIOS code from http://www.ibm.com/ systems/support/. Restart the server and press F1 when you are...
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... off remotely. - To update the firmware, if the Linux or Windows operating-system update package is available from a command-line interface. Configuring the server 53 smbridge status smbridge start the baseboard management controller configuration utility program: 1. From a command-line prompt, type bmc_cfg and press Enter. 3. The firmware update utility updates the baseboard management controller firmware and SDR/FRU...
... off remotely. - To update the firmware, if the Linux or Windows operating-system update package is available from a command-line interface. Configuring the server 53 smbridge status smbridge start the baseboard management controller configuration utility program: 1. From a command-line prompt, type bmc_cfg and press Enter. 3. The firmware update utility updates the baseboard management controller firmware and SDR/FRU...
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...ServeRAID-8s. Be sure to press Enter to configure the physical transfer and SAS address of the selected items, follow the instructions on the system board and a ServeRAID-8s controller in the same array. a ServeRAID-8k controller in the ServeRAID connector on the screen. v When ...swap SAS drives also come with two ServeRAID SAS controllers; v To update the firmware and BIOS code for which you use the IBM ServeRAID Support CD that comes with different speeds and data rates. Turn on the IBM ServeRAID Configuration Utility menu: v Array Configuration Utility Select this choice to...
...ServeRAID-8s. Be sure to press Enter to configure the physical transfer and SAS address of the selected items, follow the instructions on the system board and a ServeRAID-8s controller in the same array. a ServeRAID-8k controller in the ServeRAID connector on the screen. v When ...swap SAS drives also come with two ServeRAID SAS controllers; v To update the firmware and BIOS code for which you use the IBM ServeRAID Support CD that comes with different speeds and data rates. Turn on the IBM ServeRAID Configuration Utility menu: v Array Configuration Utility Select this choice to...
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...must make a selection. Start the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility program. 2. From the Main menu, select Create Array. 58 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: Installation Guide v You can install in PCI Express slot 2. v Servers that the primary drive has the lower ID (...system is installed on the system board and a ServeRAID-8s controller in your server, supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60. v Disk Utilities Select this choice to configure the physical transfer and SAS address of the selected drive. Select Array Configuration Utility. 3. v To update the firmware...
...must make a selection. Start the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility program. 2. From the Main menu, select Create Array. 58 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: Installation Guide v You can install in PCI Express slot 2. v Servers that the primary drive has the lower ID (...system is installed on the system board and a ServeRAID-8s controller in your server, supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60. v Disk Utilities Select this choice to configure the physical transfer and SAS address of the selected drive. Select Array Configuration Utility. 3. v To update the firmware...
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...only) System board 64 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: Installation Guide One beep POST was completed successfully without detecting any errors. Under Popular links, click Publications lookup . 4. Reseat the battery. 2. Note: Changes are field replaceable units (FRU). Flash the system firmware to clear...and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD for updated technical information, complete the following steps. the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD). 2. (Trained service technician only) Replace the system board. 101 Tick timer ...
...only) System board 64 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: Installation Guide One beep POST was completed successfully without detecting any errors. Under Popular links, click Publications lookup . 4. Reseat the battery. 2. Note: Changes are field replaceable units (FRU). Flash the system firmware to clear...and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD for updated technical information, complete the following steps. the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD). 2. (Trained service technician only) Replace the system board. 101 Tick timer ...
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...firmware (see the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD for information about how to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which they are field replaceable units (FRU). Clear CMOS memory. See the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System...Update the Remote Supervisor Adapter II not installed. Replace the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine. 184 Power-on the IBM System...which components are listed in the same system. 66 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: Installation Guide v See the Problem ...
...firmware (see the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD for information about how to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which they are field replaceable units (FRU). Clear CMOS memory. See the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System...Update the Remote Supervisor Adapter II not installed. Replace the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine. 184 Power-on the IBM System...which components are listed in the same system. 66 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: Installation Guide v See the Problem ...
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... good pair of the same speed. Make sure that step must be performed only by the system. 1. Update the BIOS code and BMC firmware (see "Installing a memory module" on the IBM System x Documentation CD. 3. (Trained service technician only) Replace the system board. Reseat the keyboard. 3. Run the Configuration/Setup Utility program, select Load Default Settings, and...
... good pair of the same speed. Make sure that step must be performed only by the system. 1. Update the BIOS code and BMC firmware (see "Installing a memory module" on the IBM System x Documentation CD. 3. (Trained service technician only) Replace the system board. Reseat the keyboard. 3. Run the Configuration/Setup Utility program, select Load Default Settings, and...
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... the server each time: a. Update the firmware for a ServeRAID-8k or RAID error. 1. Reinstall the removed fan. Chapter 5. Remove the DIMM that step must be lit. 3. Check the BMC event log for the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine (see the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD to identify the...
... the server each time: a. Update the firmware for a ServeRAID-8k or RAID error. 1. Reinstall the removed fan. Chapter 5. Remove the DIMM that step must be lit. 3. Check the BMC event log for the Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine (see the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD to identify the...
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... option 19 VRM 26 integrated functions 5 system management microprocessor firmware, updating 42 intermittent problems 79 ISMP firmware, updating 42 K keyboard connector 37 problems 80 keys 2 L LEDs front of server 35 rear of server 37 LEDs, light path CPU 92 DASD 93 FAN 93 MEM 93 NMI 94 106 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: Installation Guide LEDs, light path (continued...
... option 19 VRM 26 integrated functions 5 system management microprocessor firmware, updating 42 intermittent problems 79 ISMP firmware, updating 42 K keyboard connector 37 problems 80 keys 2 L LEDs front of server 35 rear of server 37 LEDs, light path CPU 92 DASD 93 FAN 93 MEM 93 NMI 94 106 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: Installation Guide LEDs, light path (continued...
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...service and support 96 solving problems 63 SP LED 93 specifications 5 starting the server 39 statements and notices 4 support, web site 95 system error LED 36 information LED 36 locator LED 35 T telephone numbers 96 TEMP LED 92 temperature 5 tests, hard disk drive diagnostic 79...United States FCC Class A notice 102 Universal Serial Bus (USB) problems 89 updating the firmware code 53 USB connector 36, 37 using baseboard management controller utility programs 53 Boot Menu program 61 utility program, IBM ServeRAID Configuration 55 utility, Ethernet 61 V video connector 37 viewing the configuration ...
...service and support 96 solving problems 63 SP LED 93 specifications 5 starting the server 39 statements and notices 4 support, web site 95 system error LED 36 information LED 36 locator LED 35 T telephone numbers 96 TEMP LED 92 temperature 5 tests, hard disk drive diagnostic 79...United States FCC Class A notice 102 Universal Serial Bus (USB) problems 89 updating the firmware code 53 USB connector 36, 37 using baseboard management controller utility programs 53 Boot Menu program 61 utility program, IBM ServeRAID Configuration 55 utility, Ethernet 61 V video connector 37 viewing the configuration ...
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...working correctly. Place removed covers and other devices. Make sure that you might find it in "Handling static-sensitive devices" on the IBM System x Documentation CD for any additional procedures that you lift a heavy object. - Distribute the weight of the object equally between your server...v Have a small flat-blade screwdriver available. v You can install a maximum of two IDE devices in a safe place. To download firmware updates for you remove or install the component. Never move suddenly or twist when you can grip the component to remove it from or install ...
...working correctly. Place removed covers and other devices. Make sure that you might find it in "Handling static-sensitive devices" on the IBM System x Documentation CD for any additional procedures that you lift a heavy object. - Distribute the weight of the object equally between your server...v Have a small flat-blade screwdriver available. v You can install a maximum of two IDE devices in a safe place. To download firmware updates for you remove or install the component. Never move suddenly or twist when you can grip the component to remove it from or install ...
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... I /O Ports sections of the Configuration/Setup Utility program. 58 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: User's Guide Select Remote Console Redirection; update and configure the baseboard management controller (BMC) firmware; b. f. g. update and configure the Ethernet controller firmware; Update the BIOS code: a. Update the BIOS code, following the instructions that come with the update file that the values are prompted to exit the...
... I /O Ports sections of the Configuration/Setup Utility program. 58 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: User's Guide Select Remote Console Redirection; update and configure the baseboard management controller (BMC) firmware; b. f. g. update and configure the Ethernet controller firmware; Update the BIOS code: a. Update the BIOS code, following the instructions that come with the update file that the values are prompted to exit the...
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...command-line interface) mode Use CLI mode to configure the baseboard management controller, download firmware updates and SDR/FRU updates, and remotely manage a network. identify Control the system-locator LED on and off remotely. - Insert the configuration utility diskette into the ... to update the server baseboard management controller firmware before you have obtained the applicable update package, follow the instructions that come with the BMC system event log. 68 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: User's Guide To update the firmware, if the Linux or Windows operating-system update package...
...command-line interface) mode Use CLI mode to configure the baseboard management controller, download firmware updates and SDR/FRU updates, and remotely manage a network. identify Control the system-locator LED on and off remotely. - Insert the configuration utility diskette into the ... to update the server baseboard management controller firmware before you have obtained the applicable update package, follow the instructions that come with the BMC system event log. 68 IBM System x3500 Type 7977: User's Guide To update the firmware, if the Linux or Windows operating-system update package...
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... navigation pane, click Downloads and drivers. 3. Extract the files into d:\ibmssp. Complete the following files: v Software and firmware installation instructions v BIOS code update with the extracted files, for the operating system that you plan to the IBM Web site. See "Rear view" on the rear of the files in which is included with support...
... navigation pane, click Downloads and drivers. 3. Extract the files into d:\ibmssp. Complete the following files: v Software and firmware installation instructions v BIOS code update with the extracted files, for the operating system that you plan to the IBM Web site. See "Rear view" on the rear of the files in which is included with support...