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Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in and Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 33. First Edition (April 2004) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2004. All rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Sche[...]

Contents Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v Chapter 1. Introducing the xSeries 206 T ype 8482 server . . . . . . . .1 Related documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Notices and statements used in this document . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

Electronic emission notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 6 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement . . . . . . . . .3 6 Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement . . . . . . . .3 7 Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada . . . . . . . .3 7 European Union EMC Directive conformance statement . [...]

Safety Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança. Pred instal ací tohoto pr oduktu si prect ete prír ucku bezpecnostních inst rukcí . Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt. Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsv[...]

Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad. Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. Statement 1: DANGER Electrical current from power , telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or rec[...]

Statement 2: CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery , use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer . If your system has a module containing a lithium battery , replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer . The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly [...]

Statement 4: ≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. Statement 5: CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all el[...]

Statement 8: CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service tec[...]

Statement 15: CAUTION: Make sure that the rack is secured properly to avoid tipping when the server unit is extended. W ARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer , and birth defects or other reproductive [...]

Chapter 1. Introducing the xSeries 206 T ype 8482 server The IBM ® Eserv er ™ xSeries ™ 206 T ype 8482 server is a high-performance server based on IBM X-Architecture ™ technologies. It is ideally suited for networking environments that require superior microprocessor performance, improved systems management as well as flexible memory and da[...]

Related documentation This User ’s Guide provides general information about your server , including information about features, how to configure the server , and how to get help. In addition to this User ’s Guide , the following documentation comes with your server: v Installation Guide This printed document contains instructions for setting up[...]

Notices and statements used in this document The caution and danger statements that appear in this document are also in the multilingual Safety Information document, which is on the IBM xSeries ® Documentation CD. Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in the Safety Information document. The following notices and s[...]

Features and specifications The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of your server . Depending on your server model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply . Yo u can use the Configuration/Setup Utility program in your server to determine the specific type of microprocessor tha[...]

What your server offers Y our server uses the following features and technologies: v High-performance graphics controller Y our server comes with a graphics controller in the mini-PCI slot on the system board. This high-performance controller supports high resolutions and includes many performance-enhancing features for your operating-system enviro[...]

v Systems-management capabilities Y our server supports an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II. This adapter , when used with the systems-management software that comes with your server , enables you to manage the functions of the server locally and remotely . The Remote Supervisor Adapter II also provides system monitoring, event recording, and [...]

v Error codes and messages v Error correcting code (ECC) double-data-rate (DDR) synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) with serial presence detect (SPD) v Error logging of POST failures v Hot-swap SCSI hard disk drives v Integrated Ethernet controller v Support for the optional IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II v Key-lock support for physi[...]

IBM Director With IBM Director , a network administrator can: v View the hardware configuration of remote systems, in detail v Monitor the usage and performance of critical components, such as microprocessors, disks, and memory v Centrally manage individual or large groups of IBM and non-IBM Intel-based servers, desktop computers, workstations, and[...]

Update Xpress program The Update Xpress program is available for most xSeries servers and server options. It detects supported and installed device drivers and firmware in your server and installs available updates. Yo u can download the Update Xpress program from the Web at no additional cost, or you can purchase it on a CD. To download the progra[...]

Hard disk drive activity LED When this LED is flashing, it indicates that a hard disk drive is in use. Hot-swap hard disk drive activity LED (some models) On hot-swap server models, each hot-swap drive has a hard disk drive activity LED. When this green LED is flashing, it indicates that the drive is in use. Hot-swap hard disk drive status LED (som[...]

Rear view The following illustration shows the connectors on the rear of the server . P ow er cord Mouse K eyboard P arallel Serial 1 Serial 2 USB 2 USB 1 Ethernet Video 1 2 Power-cord connector Connect the power cord to this connector . Mouse connector Connect a mouse or other PS/2 ® device to this connector . Keyboard connector Connect a PS/2 ke[...]

Server power features When the server is connected to an ac power source but is not turned on, the operating system does not run, and all core logic is shut down; however , the server can respond to remote requests to turn on the server . The power-on LED flashes to indicate that the server is connected to an ac power source but is not turned on (s[...]

T urning off the server When you turn off the server and leave it connected to ac power , the server can respond to remote requests to turn on the server . To remove all power from the server , you must disconnect it from the power source. Some operating systems require an orderly shutdown before you turn off the server . See your operating-system [...]

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Chapter 2. Configuring your server The following configuration programs are provided with your server: v Configuration/Setup Utility program The Configuration/Setup Utility program is part of the basic input/output system (BIOS) code in your server . Use it to configure serial port assignments, change interrupt request (IRQ) settings, change the st[...]

v ServeRAID Manager ServeRAID ™ Manager is available as a stand-alone program and as an IBM Director extension. If a ServeRAID controller is installed in your server , use ServeRAID Manager to define and configure your disk-array subsystem before you install your operating system. For information about using this program, see “Using ServeRAID M[...]

– Product Data Select this choice to view the machine type and model of your server , the serial number , and the revision level or issue date of the BIOS code stored in electrically erasable programmable ROM (EEPROM). v Devices and I/O Ports Select this choice to view or change assignments for devices and input/output (I/O) ports. Select this ch[...]

the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu. If a supervisor password is set, the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu is available only if you type the supervisor password at the password prompt. See “Supervisor password” on page 19 for more information. v Advanced Setup Select this choice to change settings for advanced hardware features. Impo[...]

Select this choice to exit from the Configuration/Setup Utility program. If you have not saved the changes you have made in the settings, you are asked whether you want to save the changes or exit without saving them. Passwords From the System Security choice, you can set, change, and delete a user (power-on) password and a supervisor (administrato[...]

Resetting passwords If you forget the user or supervisor password, you can change the pin position of the clear CMOS jumper on the system board to bypass the user or supervisor password check. This enables you to reset these passwords. Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD includes an easy-to-use [...]

v Detects installed hardware options and provides updated device drivers for most adapters and devices. v Provides diskette-free installation for supported Windows operating systems. v Includes an online readme file with links to tips for your hardware and operating system installation. Setup and configuration overview When you use the ServerGuide [...]

1. Go to http://www .ibm.com/pc/support/. 2. In the Download section, click Downloads & drivers . 3. On the “Downloads and drivers” page, in the Brand field, select, Servers . 4. In the Family field, select xSeries 206 . 5. Click Continue . 6. In the View by document type field, select OS installation . 7. Select the instructions for your o[...]

v If you install a different type of RAID controller in your server , use the configuration method described in the instructions that come with that RAID controller to view or change SCSI settings for attached devices. Using the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility programs (for Serial ATA RAID) Use the Array Configuration Utility within the Adaptec [...]

7. (optional), T ype an identifier for the array . 8. Select Quick Int when asked for the array build method. 9. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the configuration, and select Done to exit. 10. Restart the server . V iewing the configuration: Complete the following steps to view information about the Serial ATA controller: 1. Start[...]

4. From the list of ready drives, select the two drives that you want to group into the array . 5. Select Create new RAID-1 . 6. T ype an identifier for the array . 7. Select Ye s to create the array . 8. Press Esc to exit the utility . 9. Restart the server . V iewing the configuration: Yo u can use the SCSISelect Utility program to view informati[...]

Using express configuration Complete the following steps to use Express configuration: 1. In the ServeRAID Manager tree, click the controller that you want to configure. 2. From the toolbar , click Create . 3. Click Express configuration . 4. Click Next . The “Configuration summary” window opens. 5. Review the information that is displayed in t[...]

V iewing the configuration Yo u can use ServeRAID Manager to view information about RAID controllers and the RAID subsystem (such as arrays, logical drives, hot-spare drives, and physical drives). When you click an object in the ServeRAID Manager tree, information about that object appears in the right pane. To display a list of available actions f[...]

Using the SCSISelect Utility program (some models) Use the SCSISelect Utility program to configure SCSI devices. Starting the SCSISelect Utility program Complete the following steps to start the SCSISelect utility program: 1. T urn on the server . 2. When the prompt <<< Press <CTRL><A> for SCSISelect Utility! >>> appea[...]

– Advanced Configuration Select this choice to view or change the settings for advanced configuration options. v SCSI Disk Utilities Select this choice to view the SCSI IDs assignments or to format a SCSI device. Select a device from the list and read the instructions on the screen carefully before making a selection. If you press Ctrl+A before a[...]

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Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from IBM to assist you. This appendix contains information about where to go for additional information about IBM and IBM products, what to do if you[...]

Getting help and information from the W orld Wide We b On the World Wide Web, the IBM Web site has up-to-date information about IBM xSeries and IntelliStation products, services, and support. The address for IBM xSeries information is http://www .ibm.com/eserver/xseries/. The address for IBM IntelliStation information is http://www .ibm.com/pc/inte[...]

Appendix B. Notices This information was developed for products and services offered in the U.S.A. IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries. Consult your local IBM representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to an IBM product, [...]

T rademarks The following terms are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both: Active Memory PS/2 Active PCI ServeRAID Active PCI-X ServerGuide Alert on LAN ServerProven C2T Interconnect T echConnect Chipkill ThinkPad EtherJet T ivoli e-business logo T ivoli Enterprise Eserv er Update C[...]

When referring to processor storage, real and virtual storage, or channel volume, KB stands for approximately 1000 bytes, MB stands for approximately 1 000 000 bytes, and GB stands for approximately 1 000 000 000 bytes. When referring to hard disk drive capacity or communications volume, MB stands for 1 000 000 bytes, and GB stands for 1 000 000 00[...]

Battery return program This product may contain a sealed lead acid, nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride, lithium, or lithium ion battery . Consult your user manual or service manual for specific battery information. The battery must be recycled or disposed of properly . Recycling facilities may not be available in your area. For information on dis[...]

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible party: International Business Machines Corporation New Orchard[...]

For units intended to be operated at 11 5 volts: Use a UL-listed and CSA-certified cord set consisting of a minimum 18 A WG, T ype SVT or SJT , three-conductor cord, a maximum of 15 feet in length and a parallel blade, grounding-type attachment plug rated 15 amperes, 125 volts. For units intended to be operated at 230 volts (U.S. use): Use a UL-lis[...]

IBM power cord part number Used in these countries and regions 14F0087 Israel 1838574 Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, Caicos Islands, Canada, Cayman Islands, Costa Rica, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador , El Salvador , Guam, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Japan, Mexico, Micronesia (F[...]

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Index A acoustical noise emissions 4 Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility using 23 adapter , specifications 4 advanced setup 18 Array Configuration Utility using to configure the S ATA controller 23 arrays using ServeRAID Manager 25 attention notices 3 availability features 6 C cache control 18 caution statements 3 CD-ROM drive activity LED 9 eject b[...]

I IBM Configuration/Setup Utility program menu choices 16 starting 16 using 16 IBM Director 8 important notices 3 indicators 9 integrated Serial ATA controller configuring 23 Intel Gigabit Ethernet Utility enabling 27 general 15 L LEDs hard disk drive activity 10 M memory module specifications 4 memory specifications 4 microprocessor cache 18 speci[...]

systems management 8 T temperature 4 trademarks 34 U United States electronic emission Class B notice 36 United States FCC Class B notice 36 update device drivers and firmware 9 using Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility 23 Boot Menu program 22 IBM Configuration/Setup Utility program 15, 16 passwords 17, 19 SCSI HostRAID to configure the controller 2[...]

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