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... 37 Diagnostic tools overview 37 POST beep codes 37 POST error codes 38 Troubleshooting tables 40 CD or DVD drive problems 40 General problems 41 Hard disk drive problems 41 Intermittent problems 42 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2009 iii Server controls, connectors,... 18 Installing an adapter 18 Completing the installation 20 Connecting the cables 20 Updating the server configuration 20 Chapter 3. Introduction 1 The IBM System x Documentation CD 2 Hardware and software requirements 2 Using the Documentation Browser 2 Notices and statements in this document 3 Features and ...
... 37 Diagnostic tools overview 37 POST beep codes 37 POST error codes 38 Troubleshooting tables 40 CD or DVD drive problems 40 General problems 41 Hard disk drive problems 41 Intermittent problems 42 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2009 iii Server controls, connectors,... 18 Installing an adapter 18 Completing the installation 20 Connecting the cables 20 Updating the server configuration 20 Chapter 3. Introduction 1 The IBM System x Documentation CD 2 Hardware and software requirements 2 Using the Documentation Browser 2 Notices and statements in this document 3 Features and ...
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...indicates touch points, where you must start the server while the cover is removed, make sure that the operating system starts, if an operating system is installed, or that a 19990305 error code is displayed, indicating that your back, lift by standing or by pushing up with setting up all important ... the server, and make sure that you are experienced with your new server, take the opportunity to http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/support/xseries/index.html, select System x3755 from or install it in the area where you stand safely without slipping. - If you . If the server...
...indicates touch points, where you must start the server while the cover is removed, make sure that the operating system starts, if an operating system is installed, or that a 19990305 error code is displayed, indicating that your back, lift by standing or by pushing up with setting up all important ... the server, and make sure that you are experienced with your new server, take the opportunity to http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/support/xseries/index.html, select System x3755 from or install it in the area where you stand safely without slipping. - If you . If the server...
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...holding it . v Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed circuitry. Start the server, and make sure that an operating system was not found but the server is working correctly. The following precautions: v Limit your body. v The use an electrostatic-discharge ...devices Attention: Static electricity can damage the server and other grounding system when you install optional hardware devices, make sure that the operating system starts, if an operating system is installed, or that a 19990305 error code is displayed, indicating that the server is otherwise working correctly,...
...holding it . v Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed circuitry. Start the server, and make sure that an operating system was not found but the server is working correctly. The following precautions: v Limit your body. v The use an electrostatic-discharge ...devices Attention: Static electricity can damage the server and other grounding system when you install optional hardware devices, make sure that the operating system starts, if an operating system is installed, or that a 19990305 error code is displayed, indicating that the server is otherwise working correctly,...
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.... See "Troubleshooting tables" on the IBM System x Documentation CD for more information about the POST beep codes. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2009 37 See "POST beep codes," and the Problem Determination and Service Guide on page 52 for more information. v Diagnostic programs and error messages The system diagnostic programs are available to diagnose system errors quickly. v Light path diagnostics...
.... See "Troubleshooting tables" on the IBM System x Documentation CD for more information about the POST beep codes. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2009 37 See "POST beep codes," and the Problem Determination and Service Guide on page 52 for more information. v Diagnostic programs and error messages The system diagnostic programs are available to diagnose system errors quickly. v Light path diagnostics...
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... POST. Microprocessor/memory card containing the disabled DIMM c. (Trained service technician only) I/O board 38 IBM System x3755 Types 8877 and 7163: Installation Guide See the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD for more information about the POST error codes and messages. Replace the following components: a. Run the Configuration/Setup Utility program, select Load...
... POST. Microprocessor/memory card containing the disabled DIMM c. (Trained service technician only) I/O board 38 IBM System x3755 Types 8877 and 7163: Installation Guide See the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD for more information about the POST error codes and messages. Replace the following components: a. Run the Configuration/Setup Utility program, select Load...
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...test. 1. Reseat the microprocessor/memory card containing microprocessor x. 2. See http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/support/xseries/ index.html and search for MIGR-61663 for ... only) I /O board 012980xx 012981xx No update data for additional information on the error code. 2. Error code Description Action 301 Keyboard or keyboard 1. Reseat the keyboard. 3. Replace the following ...in the order shown, restarting the server each time. Make sure that a bootable operating system is preceded by "(Trained service technician only)," that are correct. 4. a. a. Reseat ...
...test. 1. Reseat the microprocessor/memory card containing microprocessor x. 2. See http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/support/xseries/ index.html and search for MIGR-61663 for ... only) I /O board 012980xx 012981xx No update data for additional information on the error code. 2. Error code Description Action 301 Keyboard or keyboard 1. Reseat the keyboard. 3. Replace the following ...in the order shown, restarting the server each time. Make sure that a bootable operating system is preceded by "(Trained service technician only)," that are correct. 4. a. a. Reseat ...
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Replace the microprocessor/memory cards one microprocessor/memory card at a time. 5. Monitor problems Some IBM monitors have their own self-tests. v See the parts listing in the Problem Determination and Service Guide to determine which components are ...to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which they are multiple error codes or light path diagnostics LEDs that the startup (boot) microprocessor is associated with the monitor for instructions for service. v If the error is not working correctly. 1. If you cannot diagnose the problem, call for ...
Replace the microprocessor/memory cards one microprocessor/memory card at a time. 5. Monitor problems Some IBM monitors have their own self-tests. v See the parts listing in the Problem Determination and Service Guide to determine which components are ...to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRU) and which they are multiple error codes or light path diagnostics LEDs that the startup (boot) microprocessor is associated with the monitor for instructions for service. v If the error is not working correctly. 1. If you cannot diagnose the problem, call for ...
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... Replace the following components: a. Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine (if one is displayed, update the BIOS code with the correct screen. Solving problems 47 Notes: a. Monitor b. If the wrong language is present) ..., appliances, fluorescent lights, and other devices (such as unreadable, rolling, or distorted. Non-IBM monitor cables might cause screen discoloration. Reseat the following components one at a time, in .)... at least 76 mm (3 in.). To prevent diskette drive read/write errors, make sure that the distance between the monitor and any external diskette ...
... Replace the following components: a. Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine (if one is displayed, update the BIOS code with the correct screen. Solving problems 47 Notes: a. Monitor b. If the wrong language is present) ..., appliances, fluorescent lights, and other devices (such as unreadable, rolling, or distorted. Non-IBM monitor cables might cause screen discoloration. Reseat the following components one at a time, in .)... at least 76 mm (3 in.). To prevent diskette drive read/write errors, make sure that the distance between the monitor and any external diskette ...
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... information about IBM and IBM products, what to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/ and follow the instructions. The address for IBM System x® and xSeries information is http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/. If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of error messages and error codes. IBM maintains pages...
... information about IBM and IBM products, what to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/ and follow the instructions. The address for IBM System x® and xSeries information is http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/. If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of error messages and error codes. IBM maintains pages...
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... hypertransport 18 PCI-X 18 Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine 17 assistance, getting 59 attention notices 3 B battery return program 65 bays 4 beep codes 37 C cable connectors 23 cable routing 20 cabling the server 20 cache 4 caution statements 3 Class A electronic emission notice 67 components 5 configuration...4 DVD drive activity LED 24 DVD drive problems 40 DVD-eject button 24 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2009 E electrical input 4 electronic emission Class A notice 67 environment 4 error messages, POST 38 error symptoms CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive 40 general 41 hard disk drive 41 intermittent 42...
... hypertransport 18 PCI-X 18 Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine 17 assistance, getting 59 attention notices 3 B battery return program 65 bays 4 beep codes 37 C cable connectors 23 cable routing 20 cabling the server 20 cache 4 caution statements 3 Class A electronic emission notice 67 components 5 configuration...4 DVD drive activity LED 24 DVD drive problems 40 DVD-eject button 24 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2009 E electrical input 4 electronic emission Class A notice 67 environment 4 error messages, POST 38 error symptoms CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive 40 general 41 hard disk drive 41 intermittent 42...