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xSeries 206m
Types 8485 and 8490
Server Support
xSeries 206m Types 8485 and 8490
Installation Guide
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Safety
Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.
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Pred instalac tohoto produktu si prectete prrucku bezpecnostnch instrukc.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informaes de Segurana.
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Safety vii
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Statement 3:
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18 kg (39.7 lb) 32 kg (70.5 lb) 55 kg (121.2 lb)
CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting.
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Statement 12:
CAUTION: The following label indicates a hot surface nearby.
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Chapter 1. Introduction
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Model number and serial number
The IBM xSeries Documentation CD
Chapter 1. Introduction 3
Hardware and software requirements
Using the Documentation Browser
e:\win32.bat
Notices and statements in this document
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Features and specifications
Table 1. Features and specifications
Major components of the xSeries 206m Types 8485 and 8490
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Fan
Power supply
Heat sink
Chapter 2. Installing options
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Installation guidelines
System reliability guidelines
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Working inside the server with the power on
Handling static-sensitive devices
Chapter 2. Installing options 9
Removing the side cover
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Cover-release latch Key lock
5. Lift the side cover off the server and set it aside. To
Removing the two-piece bezel
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Installing a memory module
Chapter 2. Installing options 13
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DIMM 2
DIMM 4 error LED
DIMM 3 error LED
DIMM 2 error LED
Chapter 2. Installing options 15
Installing a drive
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Bay 1 Bay 2 Bay 3 Bay 4 Bay 5 Bay 6 Bay 7
Installing a drive in bay 2 or 3
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Chapter 2. Installing options 19
Installing a hot-swap hard disk drive in bay 4, 5, 6, or 7
Note: remove the EMC shield that is attached inside the lower bezel.
Filler panel
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Drive-tray assembly
Drive tray handle (in open position)
IDs for hot-swap hard disk drives
Chapter 2. Installing options 21
Drive bay 4 0 Drive bay 5 1 Drive bay 6 2 Drive bay 7 3
Installing a simple-swap SATA hard disk drive in bay 4, 5, 6, or 7
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Installing a non-hot-swap SATA hard disk drive in bay 4, 5, 6, or 7
Chapter 2. Installing options 23
Power and signal cables for internal drives
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Installing an adapter
Chapter 2. Installing options 25
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To install an adapter, complete the following steps:
Adapter
Left side Right side
Front adapter retention bracket
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Completing the installation
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Reinstalling the two-piece bezel
2. Install the lower bezel on the front of the server chassis.
Chapter 2. Installing options 29
Reinstalling the side cover
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Cover-release latch Key lock
Connecting the cables
Chapter 2. Installing options 31
Power cord Mouse Keyboard Serial 1 Parallel Video USB (2) Ethernet Serial 2
Power supply error LED AC power LED
Updating the server configuration
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Chapter 3. Server controls, LEDs, and power
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Front view
CD-eject or DVD-eject button CD or DVD drive
Hard disk drive
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Rear view
The following illustration shows the connectors on the rear of the server.
Chapter 3. Server controls, LEDs, and power 35
Power cord Mouse Keyboard Serial 1 Parallel Video USB (2) Ethernet Serial 2
Power supply error LED AC power LED
Server power features
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Turning on the server
Turning off the server
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Chapter 3. Server controls, LEDs, and power 37
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Chapter 4. Configuring the server
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Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD
Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program
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Using the SAS/SATA Configuration Utility program (hot-swap SAS/SATA models only)
Native Mode Operation: Auto SATA Controller Mode Option: Enhanced SATA RAID Enabled
Chapter 4. Configuring the server 41
Using the Adaptec HostRAID configuration programs
Using the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility programs (for Serial ATA RAID)
Enabling the Serial ATA HostRAID feature
Using the Serial ATA HostRAID feature
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Chapter 4. Configuring the server 43
Using the SAS/SATA Utility program (for SAS/SA TA HostRAID)
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Enabling the SAS/SATA HostRAID feature
Using the SAS/SATA HostRAID feature
appears, press Ctrl+A.
Using ServeRAID Manager
Configuring the controller
Using express configuration
Using custom configuration
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Viewing the configuration
Using the Boot Menu program
Chapter 4. Configuring the server 47
Configuring the Ethernet controller
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Chapter 5. Solving problems
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Diagnostic tools overview
POST beep codes
POST error codes
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Chapter 5. Solving problems 51
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Chapter 5. Solving problems 53
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Chapter 5. Solving problems 55
a. Hard disk drive x b. Hard disk drive x cable
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Chapter 5. Solving problems 57
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Chapter 5. Solving problems 59
a. Hard disk drive
non-hot-swap models: a. Hard disk drive
5. (Trained service technician only) Replace the system board.
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a. Hard disk drive
Chapter 5. Solving problems 61
non-hot-swap models: a. Hard disk drive
3. (Trained service technician only) Replace the system board.
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a. Hard disk drive
non-hot-swap models: a. Hard disk drive
5. (Trained service technician only) Replace the system board.
ServerGuide problems
Chapter 5. Solving problems 63
The following table lists problem symptoms and suggested solutions.
Symptom Action The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD will not start.
v v The operating-system installation program continuously loops.
CD or DVD drive problems
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Diskette drive problems
Chapter 5. Solving problems 65
General problems
Hard disk drive problems
Intermittent problems
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Keyboard, mouse, or pointing-device problems
Chapter 5. Solving problems 67
Memory problems
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Microprocessor problems
Chapter 5. Solving problems 69
Monitor problems
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Chapter 5. Solving problems 71
Optional-device problems
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Power problems
Chapter 5. Solving problems 73
Serial port problems
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Software problems
Chapter 5. Solving problems 75
Universal Serial Bus device problems
System-board LEDs
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System fan 3 error (LED2) System fan 1 error (LED3)
System fan 2 error (LED13)
Standby power good (LED1)
Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance
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Before you call
Using the documentation
Getting help and information from the World Wide Web
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Software service and support
Hardware service and support
Appendix B. Notices
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Edition notice
Trademarks
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Important notes
Product recycling and disposal
Appendix B. Notices 81
Battery return program
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For Taiwan: Please recycle batteries.
Electronic emission notices (Class A)
Appendix B. Notices 83
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement
Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement
Australia and New Zealand Class A statement
Taiwanese Class A warning statement
Chinese Class A warning statement
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Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement
Electronic emission notices (Class B)
Appendix B. Notices 85
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement
TestedTo Comply WithFCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement
European Union EMC Directive conformance statement
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Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement
Power cords
Appendix B. Notices 87
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Index A
B
C
D
E
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H
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N
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