Contents

Chapter 1. About this manual . . . .	.	1	Type 8191	.	37
Important Safety Information	.	1	Types 8198 and 8199	.	38
			Type 8316	.	39
Chapter 2. General information . . . .	.	3	Identifying parts on the system board (all machine	.	40
Features		3	types)
			Replacing memory (all machine types) . . . .	. 40
Physical specifications	.	5
			Replacing adapters	.	41
Type 8316	.	6
			Types 2296 and 8434	.	41
Type 8191	.	7
			Type 8191	.	42
Types 2296 and 8434	.	8
			Types 8198 and 8199	.	43
Types 8198 and 8199	.	9
			Type 8316	.	43

Chapter 3. General Checkout	11		Replacing internal drives	.	45
			Types 2296 and 8434	.	46

Chapter 4. IBM Enhanced Diagnostics	15		Type 8191	.	49
			Types 8198 and 8199	.	51
Diagnostics program download	.	15	Type 8316	.	54
Navigating through the diagnostics programs . .	. 15		Connecting the drive	.	56
Running diagnostics tests	.	15	Replacing the battery (all machine types) . . .	.	56
Test selection	.	16	Replacing the power supply	.	57
Test results	.	16	Types 2296 and 8434	.	57
Fixed disk advanced test (FDAT)	.	16	Type 8191	.	58
Quick and Full erase - hard drive	.	18	Types 8198 and 8199	.	59
Viewing the test log	.	19	Type 8316	.	60
			Replacing a microprocessor (all machine types) .	. 61
Chapter 5. IBM Setup Utility program	21		Replacing the system board	.	63
Starting the IBM Setup Utility program . . . .	. 21		Types 2296, 8198, 8199, and 8434	.	63
			Type 8191	.	63
Viewing and changing settings	.	21
			Type 8316	.	64
Exiting from the IBM Setup Utility program . .	. 22
			Replacing the cover and connecting the cables. . . 64
Using passwords	.	22
			Types 2296 and 8434	.	64
User password	.	22
			Type 8191	.	65
Administrator password	.	22
			Types 8198 and 8199	.	66
Setting, changing, and deleting a password . . . 22
			Type 8316	.	67
Using Security Profile by Device	.	23

Selecting a startup device	.	23	Chapter 7. Symptom-to-FRU Index . .	. 69
Selecting a temporary startup device . . . .	.	23
Changing the startup device sequence . . .	.	23	Hard disk drive boot error	.	69
			Power Supply Errors	.	69
Chapter 6. Replacing FRUs	25		Diagnostic error codes	.	70
Locating connectors on the front	.	25	Beep symptoms	.	88
			No-beep symptoms	.	90
Types 2296 and 8434	.	25
			POST error codes	.	91
Type 8191	.	26
			Miscellaneous error messages	.	106
Types 8198 and 8199	.	27
			Undetermined problems	.	108
Type 8316	.	27

Locating the connectors on the rear	.	29	Chapter 8. Additional Service
Types 2296 and 8434	.	29
Type 8191	.	30	Information	109
Types 8198 and 8199	.	31	Security features	.	109
Type 8316	.	32	Passwords	.	109
Removing the cover	.	32	Vital product data	.	110
Types 2296 and 8434	.	32	Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing
Type 8191	.	33	CMOS)	.	110
Types 8198 and 8199	.	34	BIOS levels	.	111
Type 8316	.	34	Flash update procedures	.	111
Locating components	. 36		Updating (flashing) BIOS from a diskette or
Types 2296 and 8434	.	36	CD-ROM	.	111
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2296, 8434, 8191, 8199, 8198 specifications

IBM has been a pioneer in computing technology, and among its extensive line-up of systems, the IBM 8316, 8198, 8199, 8191, and 8434 stand out due to their unique features, advanced technologies, and robust characteristics.

The IBM 8316, often referred to as the IBM 8316 Enterprise, is designed for small to medium-sized businesses seeking reliable processing capabilities. It incorporates a powerful processor that supports high-speed data processing and multitasking. Its main feature includes a modular architecture, which allows for easy upgrades and scalability. It also comes equipped with advanced security features, ensuring that sensitive data remains protected.

The IBM 8198, part of the IBM System i series, offers a blend of both performance and reliability. Its standout characteristic is the integration of IBM's Power Systems technology, which provides exceptional performance for mid-range environments. Features such as high availability and redundancy are built into the infrastructure, allowing businesses to run mission-critical applications seamlessly. Moreover, the IBM 8198 supports a wide array of operating systems, including IBM i, which enhances its versatility for different enterprise needs.

Moving to the IBM 8199, which is well-known for its robust infrastructure, it excels in processing large volumes of transactions. One of its key attributes is the advanced virtualization capabilities that allow multiple operating systems and applications to run concurrently on a single physical machine. This not only improves resource utilization but also reduces operational costs. Businesses can benefit from its comprehensive disaster recovery features, ensuring high uptime and business continuity.

The IBM 8191 further complements this line with its focus on enterprise resource planning systems. It is designed to handle extensive data processing while featuring powerful storage solutions. The integration of AI and machine learning technologies allows businesses to analyze their data seamlessly, turning potential insights into actionable strategies.

Lastly, the IBM 8434 is significant for its high-performance capabilities and reliability. Utilized in data-intensive environments, it supports advanced analytics and business intelligence processing. Key characteristics of the 8434 include exceptional scalability, enabling organizations to grow without significant infrastructure changes. It also features robust backup and recovery features, ensuring that data integrity is maintained at all times.

Together, these IBM systems epitomize the company's commitment to providing innovative, reliable, and scalable computing solutions for businesses of all sizes. Their unique features and technologies make them integral components of modern enterprise IT environments.

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2296, 8434, 8191, 8199, 8198 specifications