Introducing the IBM xSeries | IBM 220 instruction

Chapter 1. Introducing the IBM xSeries 220

Your IBM® xSeries 220 delivers great value for entry server applications. It is ideally suited for networking environments that require superior microprocessor performance, efficient memory management, flexibility, and large amounts of reliable data storage.

Your IBM xSeries 220 server comes with a three-year limited warranty and IBM Server Start Up Support. If you have access to the World Wide Web, you can obtain up-to- date information about your xSeries 220 model and other IBM server products at the following World Wide Web address: http://www.ibm.com/eserver/xseries

For service, assistance, or additional information on IBM Server Start Up Support and the World Wide Web, see “Getting help, service, and information” on page 115.

The server serial number and model number are located on labels on the rear and the right front of the server. You will need these numbers when you register your server with IBM.

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IBM Page Contents Index Safety Vi IBM xSeries 220 User’s Reference Vii Viii IBM xSeries 220 User’s Reference Statement IBM xSeries 220 User’s Reference Introducing the IBM xSeries Features and specifications What your xSeries 220 offers Reliability, availability, and serviceability features Server controls and indicators Cover-release latch Key lock Turning on the server Turning off the server Air circulation ComfortGlare and lighting Electrical outlets and cable lengths Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program System Information Choices available from the Configuration/Setup main menuSystem Summary Devices and I/O Ports Power-on PasswordAdministrator Password Product Data System Partition Visibility Advanced SetupProcessor Serial Number Access Memory Settings Power-on password Using passwords Administrator password Starting the SCSISelect Utility program Using the SCSISelect Utility programType of password Results Choices available from the SCSISelect menu Choices available from the PXE Boot Agent menu Using the PXE Boot Agent Utility programStarting the PXE Boot Agent Utility program Legacy OS wake up support Setup time wait menu Features at a glance Using the ServerGuide CDs Setup and Installation CD Setup and configuration overview System Partition Typical NOS installation Installing your NOS without ServerGuide Setting up or updating multiple servers Additional programs included with ServerGuide Error symptoms IBM xSeries 220 User’s Reference Major components of the xSeries 220 server Installing options System board System-board option connectors System-board external port connectors System-board internal cable connectors System-board jumper blocks System-board jumpers and switchesSystem-board switch block Switch Number Description Handling static-sensitive devices Before you beginSystem reliability considerations Safety information Installing options IBM xSeries 220 User’s Reference Installing options Statement Rotating the stabilizing feet Removing the side cover Removing the support bracket assembly Adapter considerations Working with adapters Installing an adapter IBM xSeries 220 User’s Reference Scsi cable ServeRAID adapter Scsi connector J41 Internal drive bays Installing internal drives Preinstallation steps all bays Installing a drive in bay 1, 2, 3, or Installing options Installing a non-hot-swap hard disk drive in bay 5, 6, or Installing a hot-swap hard disk drive in bay 5, 6, or IBM xSeries 220 User’s Reference Installing memory modules Dimm Installing options Installing a microprocessor Installing and removing a microprocessor Installing options IBM xSeries 220 User’s Reference VRM Removing a microprocessor Installing options Installing the side cover Connector locations Connecting external optionsInstallation procedure Viewing or changing the port assignments Input/output portsParallel port Serial ports Parallel port connectorPin SPP/ECP Signal EPP Signal Viewing or changing the serial-port assignments Serial-port connectorsPin Signal Universal Serial Bus ports Auxiliary-device pointing device port USB-port connectorsKeyboard port Video port External Scsi devices Setting Scsi IDsScsi port Scsi cabling requirements Diffsens Scsi connector pin-number assignments High-performance Ethernet modes Configuring the Ethernet controllerEthernet port Failover for redundant Ethernet IBM xSeries 220 User’s Reference Installing options Ethernet port connector Diagnostic tools overview Server Support Two short beeps Post beep code descriptionsContinuous beep One short beep One long and three short beeps Repeating short beepsOne long and one short beep One long and two short beeps Beep code Description Action Post beep codes Post beep codes Post message Description Post error messages Before turning on the server 186 System board or hardware error occurred 602 Invalid diskette boot record Yes 00012000 Processor machine check 00180500 PCI adapter ROM error occurred Small computer system interface messages Post error log Scsi Messages Description Diagnostic programs and error messages Text messages Starting the diagnostic programs Viewing the test log Code Function Result Text message Action Diagnostic error message tables Code Function Result Text message Action Code Function Result Text message Action Dimm CD-ROM Use the Cache Control Code Function Result Text message Action Code Function Result Text message Action Recovering the Bios code Fan Identifying problems using status LEDsFront panel and system board LEDs Error LED on System board or Cause Action Front panel LED Diagnostic LEDs Diagnostic LEDs Device Suggested action CD-ROM drive Troubleshooting chartsExpansion enclosure problems General problems Microprocessor problems Device Suggested action Intermittent problemsDevice problems Memory problems Device Suggested action Monitor problems Power problems Device Suggested action Option problemsParallel port problems Software problem Device Suggested action Printer problemsSerial port problems Port problems Troubleshooting the Ethernet controllerNetwork connection problems Ethernet controller troubleshooting chart Ethernet controller problem Suggested Action Message Description Ethernet controller messages Ndis 4.0 Windows NT driver messages Error code hex Description Select Properties Advanced Action None Ethernet teaming messagesEvent ID Type Description Possible reason partitioned Team Replacing the battery IBM xSeries 220 User’s Reference Getting information Getting help, service, and informationGetting help and service IBM FRU Calling for service Country Telephone number Other services Purchasing additional services Machine IBM xSeries Warranty Period Warranty Statements Warranty Service IBM Warranty for MachinesExtent of Warranty Items Not Covered by Warranty Limitation of Liability Production Status Machine IBM xSeries Warranties of ANY Kind Production Status Following terms apply to all Emea countries Part 2 Worldwide Country-Unique Terms Following terms apply to the country specified Appendix A. Product warranties and notices North America Edition notice Trademarks Processing date data Important notes Avis de conformité à la réglementation dIndustrie Canada Industry Canada Class a emission compliance statementEuropean Union EMC Directive conformance statement IBM xSeries 220 User’s Reference Appendix A. Product warranties and notices IBM xSeries 220 User’s Reference Index Numerics 106 PCI 130