Manual Ibm X3650 PDF

System x3650 M3
Types 4255, 7945, and 7949
Problem Determination and Service Guide

System x3650 M3
Types 4255, 7945, and 7949
Problem Determination and Service Guide
Note
Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in
Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 521; and read the IBM Safety Information and the IBM Systems
Environmental Notices and User Guide on the IBM Documentation CD.
Sixteenth Edition (June 2014)

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Contents
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii USB keyboard, mouse, or pointing-device
Guidelines for trained service technicians . . . . ix problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Inspecting for unsafe conditions . . . . . . ix Memory problems . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Guidelines for servicing electrical equipment . . x Microprocessor problems . . . . . . . . 349
Safety statements . . . . . . . . . . . . xi Monitor or video problems . . . . . . . . 349
Optional-device problems . . . . . . . . 352
Chapter 1. Start here . . . . . . . . . 1 Power problems . . . . . . . . . . . 353
Serial device problems . . . . . . . . . 357
Diagnosing a problem . . . . . . . . . . . 1
ServerGuide problems . . . . . . . . . 358
Undocumented problems . . . . . . . . . . 3
Software problems. . . . . . . . . . . 359
Universal Serial Bus (USB) port problems . . . 359
Chapter 2. Introduction . . . . . . . . 5 Video problems. . . . . . . . . . . . 360
Related documentation . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Light path diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . 360
Notices and statements in this document . . . . . 6 Remind button . . . . . . . . . . . . 363
Features and specifications. . . . . . . . . . 7 Light path diagnostics LEDs . . . . . . . 363
Server controls, LEDs, and power . . . . . . . 11 Power-supply LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . 367
Front view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Tape alert flags . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370
Operator information panel . . . . . . . 12 Recovering the server firmware . . . . . . . 371
Light path diagnostics panel . . . . . . . 13 Automatic boot failure recovery (ABR) . . . . . 375
Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Nx boot failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . 375
Internal connectors, LEDs, and jumpers . . . . . 16 Solving power problems. . . . . . . . . . 376
System-board internal connectors . . . . . . 17 Solving Ethernet controller problems . . . . . 377
System-board external connectors . . . . . . 17 Solving undetermined problems . . . . . . . 378
System-board switches and jumpers . . . . . 18 Problem determination tips. . . . . . . . . 379
System-board LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . 22
System pulse LEDs . . . . . . . . . . 23
Chapter 4. Parts listing . . . . . . . 381
System-board optional device connectors . . . 23
Replaceable server components . . . . . . . 381
SAS riser-card connectors and LEDs . . . . . 24
Product recovery CDs . . . . . . . . . . 390
PCI riser-card adapter connectors . . . . . . 25
Power cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 391
PCI riser-card assembly LEDs . . . . . . . 26
Chapter 3. Diagnostics . . . . . . . . 27 Chapter 5. Removing and replacing

Diagnostic tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 server components . . . . . . . . . 395
Event logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Installation guidelines . . . . . . . . . . 395
Viewing event logs from the Setup utility . . . 29 System reliability guidelines . . . . . . . 397
Viewing event logs without restarting the server 29 Working inside the server with the power on 397
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Handling static-sensitive devices . . . . . . 398
System event messages log . . . . . . . . 31 Returning a device or component . . . . . 398
Integrated management module error Internal cable routing and connectors . . . . 398
messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Removing and replacing consumable parts and
POST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Tier 1 CRUs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402
POST error codes . . . . . . . . . . 274 Removing the cover . . . . . . . . . . 402
Diagnostic programs, messages, and error codes 287 Replacing the cover . . . . . . . . . . 403
Running the diagnostic programs . . . . 287 Removing the microprocessor 2 air baffle . . . 404
Diagnostic text messages . . . . . . . 288 Replacing the microprocessor 2 air baffle . . . 405
Viewing the test log . . . . . . . . . 288 Removing the DIMM air baffle . . . . . . 406
Diagnostic messages . . . . . . . . . 289 Replacing the DIMM air baffle . . . . . . 407
Checkout procedure . . . . . . . . . . . 338 Removing the fan bracket . . . . . . . . 408
About the checkout procedure. . . . . . . 338 Replacing the fan bracket . . . . . . . . 409
Performing the checkout procedure . . . . . 339 Removing an IBM virtual media key . . . . 410
Troubleshooting tables . . . . . . . . . . 340 Replacing an IBM virtual media key. . . . . 411
DVD drive problems . . . . . . . . . . 341 Removing a USB hypervisor memory key . . . 412
General problems . . . . . . . . . . . 342 Replacing a USB hypervisor memory key . . . 413
Hard disk drive problems . . . . . . . . 342 Removing a PCI riser-card assembly. . . . . 414
Hypervisor problems . . . . . . . . . . 344 Replacing a PCI riser-card assembly . . . . . 415
Intermittent problems . . . . . . . . . 345
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Removing a PCI adapter from a PCI riser-card Thermal grease . . . . . . . . . . . 482
assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 417 Removing a heat-sink retention module . . 483
Installing a PCI adapter in a PCI riser-card Replacing a heat-sink retention module. . . 483
assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 418 Removing the system board . . . . . . 484
Removing the optional two-port Ethernet Replacing the system board . . . . . . 486
adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420 Removing the 240 VA safety cover . . . . 488
Replacing the optional two-port Ethernet Replacing the 240 VA safety cover . . . . 489
adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 421
Storing the full-length-adapter bracket . . . . 424 Chapter 6. Configuration information
Removing the SAS riser-card and controller and instructions . . . . . . . . . . 491
assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 424
Updating the firmware . . . . . . . . . . 491
Replacing the SAS riser-card and controller
Configuring the server . . . . . . . . . . 492
assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426
Using the Setup utility . . . . . . . . . 493
Removing a ServeRAID SAS controller from the
Starting the Setup utility . . . . . . . 494
SAS riser card . . . . . . . . . . . . 430
Setup utility menu choices . . . . . . . 494
Replacing a ServeRAID SAS controller on the
Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . 497
SAS riser card . . . . . . . . . . . . 431
Using the Boot Selection Menu program . . . 499
Removing an optional ServeRAID adapter
Starting the backup server firmware . . . . . 499
advanced feature key . . . . . . . . . . 433
Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation
Replacing an optional ServeRAID adapter
CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500
advanced feature key . . . . . . . . . . 434
ServerGuide features . . . . . . . . . 500
Removing a ServeRAID SAS controller battery
Setup and configuration overview . . . . 501
from the remote battery tray . . . . . . . 436
Typical operating-system installation . . . 501
Replacing a ServeRAID SAS controller battery
Installing your operating system without
on the remote battery tray . . . . . . . . 438
using ServerGuide. . . . . . . . . . 502
Removing a hot-swap hard disk drive . . . . 440
Using the integrated management module. . . 502
Replacing a hot-swap hard disk drive . . . . 440
Using the USB memory key for VMware
Removing a simple-swap hard disk drive . . . 442
hypervisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . 503
Replacing a simple-swap hard disk drive . . . 443
Using the remote presence capability and
Removing an optional CD-RW/DVD drive . . 444
blue-screen capture . . . . . . . . . . 504
Replacing an optional CD-RW/DVD drive . . 445
Enabling the remote presence feature . . . 505
Removing a tape drive . . . . . . . . . 446
Obtaining the IP address for the Web
Replacing a tape drive . . . . . . . . . 447
interface access . . . . . . . . . . . 505
Removing a memory module (DIMM) . . . . 448
Logging on to the Web interface . . . . . 506
Installing a memory module . . . . . . . 450
Enabling the Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Utility
DIMM installation sequence . . . . . . 453
program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 506
Memory mirroring . . . . . . . . . 453
Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controller . . 507
Online-spare memory . . . . . . . . 455
Using the LSI Configuration Utility program 507
Replacing a DIMM . . . . . . . . . . 456
Starting the LSI Configuration Utility
Removing a hot-swap fan . . . . . . . . 457
program . . . . . . . . . . . . . 508
Replacing a hot-swap fan . . . . . . . . 458
Formatting a hard disk drive . . . . . . 509
Removing a hot-swap fan . . . . . . . . 459
Creating a RAID array of hard disk drives 509
Replacing a hot-swap ac power supply . . . . 460
IBM Advanced Settings Utility program . . . 510
Removing the battery . . . . . . . . . 463
Updating IBM Systems Director . . . . . . 510
Replacing the battery . . . . . . . . . . 465
Updating the Universal Unique Identifier (UUID) 511
Removing the operator information panel
Updating the DMI/SMBIOS data . . . . . . . 514
assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 466
Replacing the operator information panel
assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 467 Appendix A. Getting help and
Removing and replacing Tier 2 CRUs . . . . 468 technical assistance . . . . . . . . 517
Removing the bezel . . . . . . . . . 468 Before you call . . . . . . . . . . . . . 517
Replacing the bezel . . . . . . . . . 469 Using the documentation . . . . . . . . . 518
Removing the SAS hard disk drive backplane 469 Getting help and information from the World Wide
Replacing the SAS hard disk drive backplane 471 Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 518
Removing the simple-swap hard disk drive How to send DSA data to IBM . . . . . . . 518
backplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472 Creating a personalized support web page . . . 519
Replacing the simple-swap hard disk drive Software service and support . . . . . . . . 519
backplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . 473 Hardware service and support . . . . . . . 519
Removing and replacing FRUs . . . . . . 474 IBM Taiwan product service . . . . . . . . 519
Removing a microprocessor and heat sink 474
Replacing a microprocessor and heat sink 477
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Appendix B. Notices . . . . . . . . 521 Germany Class A statement . . . . . . . 526
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 522 Japan VCCI Class A statement. . . . . . . 527
Important notes . . . . . . . . . . . . 522 Japan Electronics and Information Technology
Particulate contamination . . . . . . . . . 523 Industries Association (JEITA) statement . . . 528
Documentation format . . . . . . . . . . 524 Korea Communications Commission (KCC)
Telecommunication regulatory statement . . . . 524 statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 528
Electronic emission notices . . . . . . . . . 525 Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) A statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 528
statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 525 People's Republic of China Class A electronic
Industry Canada Class A emission compliance emission statement . . . . . . . . . . 528
statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 525 Taiwan Class A compliance statement . . . . 529
Avis de conformité à la réglementation
d'Industrie Canada . . . . . . . . . . 525 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 531
Australia and New Zealand Class A statement 525
European Union EMC Directive conformance
statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526
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Safety
Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.
Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.
Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.
Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information.
Avant d'installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.
Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.
Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.
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Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.
Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad.
Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.
Bu ürünü kurmadan önce güvenlik bilgilerini okuyun.
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Guidelines for trained service technicians
This section contains information for trained service technicians.
Inspecting for unsafe conditions

Use this information to help you identify potential unsafe conditions in an IBM®
product that you are working on.
Each IBM product, as it was designed and manufactured, has required safety items
to protect users and service technicians from injury. The information in this section
addresses only those items. Use good judgment to identify potential unsafe
conditions that might be caused by non-IBM alterations or attachment of non-IBM
features or optional devices that are not addressed in this section. If you identify
an unsafe condition, you must determine how serious the hazard is and whether
you must correct the problem before you work on the product.
Consider the following conditions and the safety hazards that they present:
v Electrical hazards, especially primary power. Primary voltage on the frame can
cause serious or fatal electrical shock.
v Explosive hazards, such as a damaged CRT face or a bulging capacitor.
v Mechanical hazards, such as loose or missing hardware.
To inspect the product for potential unsafe conditions, complete the following
steps:
1. Make sure that the power is off and the power cords are disconnected.
2. Make sure that the exterior cover is not damaged, loose, or broken, and observe
any sharp edges.
3. Check the power cords:
v Make sure that the third-wire ground connector is in good condition. Use a
meter to measure third-wire ground continuity for 0.1 ohm or less between
the external ground pin and the frame ground.
v Make sure that the power cords are the correct type.
v Make sure that the insulation is not frayed or worn.
4. Remove the cover.
5. Check for any obvious non-IBM alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety
of any non-IBM alterations.
6. Check inside the system for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as metal
filings, contamination, water or other liquid, or signs of fire or smoke damage.
7. Check for worn, frayed, or pinched cables.
8. Make sure that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not
been removed or tampered with.
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Guidelines for servicing electrical equipment
Observe these guidelines when you service electrical equipment.
v Check the area for electrical hazards such as moist floors, nongrounded power
extension cords, and missing safety grounds.
v Use only approved tools and test equipment. Some hand tools have handles that
are covered with a soft material that does not provide insulation from live
electrical current.
v Regularly inspect and maintain your electrical hand tools for safe operational
condition. Do not use worn or broken tools or testers.
v Do not touch the reflective surface of a dental mirror to a live electrical circuit.
The surface is conductive and can cause personal injury or equipment damage if
it touches a live electrical circuit.
v Some rubber floor mats contain small conductive fibers to decrease electrostatic
discharge. Do not use this type of mat to protect yourself from electrical shock.
v Do not work alone under hazardous conditions or near equipment that has
hazardous voltages.
v Locate the emergency power-off (EPO) switch, disconnecting switch, or electrical
outlet so that you can turn off the power quickly in the event of an electrical
accident.
v Disconnect all power before you perform a mechanical inspection, work near
power supplies, or remove or install main units.
v Before you work on the equipment, disconnect the power cord. If you cannot
disconnect the power cord, have the customer power-off the wall box that
supplies power to the equipment and lock the wall box in the off position.
v Never assume that power has been disconnected from a circuit. Check it to
make sure that it has been disconnected.
v If you have to work on equipment that has exposed electrical circuits, observe
the following precautions:
– Make sure that another person who is familiar with the power-off controls is
near you and is available to turn off the power if necessary.
– When you work with powered-on electrical equipment, use only one hand.
Keep the other hand in your pocket or behind your back to avoid creating a
complete circuit that could cause an electrical shock.
– When you use a tester, set the controls correctly and use the approved probe
leads and accessories for that tester.
– Stand on a suitable rubber mat to insulate you from grounds such as metal
floor strips and equipment frames.
v Use extreme care when you measure high voltages.
v To ensure proper grounding of components such as power supplies, pumps,
blowers, fans, and motor generators, do not service these components outside of
their normal operating locations.
v If an electrical accident occurs, use caution, turn off the power, and send another
person to get medical aid.
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Safety statements
These statements provide the caution and danger information that is used in this
documentation.
Important:
Each caution and danger statement in this documentation is labeled with a

number. This number is used to cross reference an English-language caution or
danger statement with translated versions of the caution or danger statement in
the Safety Information document.
For example, if a caution statement is labeled Statement 1, translations for that

caution statement are in the Safety Information document under Statement 1.
Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this documentation before you
perform the procedures. Read any additional safety information that comes with
your system or optional device before you install the device.
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 reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.
v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet.
v Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to
this product.
v When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables.
v Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or
structural damage.
v Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems,
networks, and modems before you open the device covers, unless
instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures.
v Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when
installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices.
To Connect: To Disconnect:
1. Turn everything OFF. 1. Turn everything OFF.

2. First, attach all cables to devices. 2. First, remove power cords from outlet.
3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors.
4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4. Remove all cables from devices.
5. Turn device ON.
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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 used, handled, or disposed of.
Do not:
v Throw or immerse into water
v Heat to more than 100°C (212°F)
v Repair or disassemble
Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
Statement 3
CAUTION:
When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or
transmitters) are installed, note the following:
v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could
result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts
inside the device.
v Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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DANGER
Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode.
Note the following.
Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly
with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.
Class 1 Laser Product

Laser Klasse 1
Laser Klass 1
Luokan 1 Laserlaite
Appareil A` Laser de Classe 1
Statement 4
CAUTION:
Use safe practices when lifting.
≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb)
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 electrical current from
the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
2
1
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Statement 6
CAUTION:
If you install a strain-relief bracket option over the end of the power cord that is
connected to the device, you must connect the other end of the power cord to an
easily accessible power source.
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
technician.
Statement 12
CAUTION:
The following label indicates a hot surface nearby.
Statement 26
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CAUTION:
Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted devices.
Rack Safety Information, Statement 2
DANGER
v Always lower the leveling pads on the rack cabinet.

v Always install stabilizer brackets on the rack cabinet.
v Always install servers and optional devices starting from the bottom of the
rack cabinet.
v Always install the heaviest devices in the bottom of the rack cabinet.
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Chapter 1. Start here
You can solve many problems without outside assistance by following the
troubleshooting procedures in this documentation and on the World Wide Web.
This document describes the diagnostic tests that you can perform, troubleshooting
procedures, and explanations of error messages and error codes. The
documentation that comes with your operating system and software also contains
troubleshooting information.
Diagnosing a problem
Before you contact IBM or an approved warranty service provider, follow these
procedures in the order in which they are presented to diagnose a problem with
your server.
Procedure
1. Return the server to the condition it was in before the problem occurred. If
any hardware, software, or firmware was changed before the problem occurred,
if possible, reverse those changes. This might include any of the following
items:
v Hardware components
v Device drivers and firmware
v System software
v UEFI firmware
v System input power or network connections
2. View the light path diagnostics LEDs and event logs. The server is designed
for ease of diagnosis of hardware and software problems.
v Light path diagnostics LEDs: See “Light path diagnostics” on page 360 for
information about using light path diagnostics LEDs.
v Event logs: See “System event messages log” on page 31 for information
about notification events and diagnosis.
v Software or operating-system error codes: See the documentation for the
software or operating system for information about a specific error code. See
the manufacturer's website for documentation.
3. Run IBM Dynamic System Analysis (DSA) and collect system data. Run
Dynamic System Analysis (DSA) to collect information about the hardware,
firmware, software, and operating system. Have this information available
when you contact IBM or an approved warranty service provider. For
instructions for running DSA, see the Dynamic System Analysis Installation and
User's Guide.
To download the latest version of DSA code and the Dynamic System Analysis
Installation and User's Guide, go to http://www.ibm.com/support/entry/portal/
docdisplay?lndocid=SERV-DSA.
4. Check for and apply code updates. Fixes or workarounds for many problems
might be available in updated UEFI firmware, device firmware, or device
drivers. To display a list of available updates for the server, go to
http://www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral/.
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Attention: Installing the wrong firmware or device-driver update might cause
the server to malfunction. Before you install a firmware or device-driver
update, read any readme and change history files that are provided with the
downloaded update. These files contain important information about the
update and the procedure for installing the update, including any special
procedure for updating from an early firmware or device-driver version to the
latest version.
Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated

code updates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest
level of code is supported for the cluster solution before you update the code.
a. Install UpdateXpress system updates. You can install code updates that are
packaged as an UpdateXpress System Pack or UpdateXpress CD image. An
UpdateXpress System Pack contains an integration-tested bundle of online
firmware and device-driver updates for your server. In addition, you can
use IBM ToolsCenter Bootable Media Creator to create bootable media that
is suitable for applying firmware updates and running preboot diagnostics.
For more information about UpdateXpress System Packs, see
http://www.ibm.com/support/entry/portal/docdisplay?lndocid=SERV-
XPRESS and “Updating the firmware” on page 491. For more information
about the Bootable Media Creator, see http://www.ibm.com/support/
entry/portal/docdisplay?lndocid=TOOL-BOMC.
Be sure to separately install any listed critical updates that have release
dates that are later than the release date of the UpdateXpress System Pack
or UpdateXpress image (see step 4b).
b. Install manual system updates.
1) Determine the existing code levels.
In DSA, click Firmware/VPD to view system firmware levels, or click
Software to view operating-system levels.
2) Download and install updates of code that is not at the latest level.
To display a list of available updates for the server, go to
http://www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral/.
When you click an update, an information page is displayed, including
a list of the problems that the update fixes. Review this list for your
specific problem; however, even if your problem is not listed, installing
the update might solve the problem.
5. Check for and correct an incorrect configuration. If the server is incorrectly
configured, a system function can fail to work when you enable it; if you make
an incorrect change to the server configuration, a system function that has been
enabled can stop working.
a. Make sure that all installed hardware and software are supported. See
http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/
to verify that the server supports the installed operating system, optional
devices, and software levels. If any hardware or software component is not
supported, uninstall it to determine whether it is causing the problem. You
must remove nonsupported hardware before you contact IBM or an
approved warranty service provider for support.
b. Make sure that the server, operating system, and software are installed
and configured correctly. Many configuration problems are caused by loose
power or signal cables or incorrectly seated adapters. You might be able to
solve the problem by turning off the server, reconnecting cables, reseating
adapters, and turning the server back on. For information about performing
the checkout procedure, see “About the checkout procedure” on page 338.
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For information about configuring the server, see Chapter 6, “Configuration
information and instructions,” on page 491.
6. See controller and management software documentation. If the problem is
associated with a specific function (for example, if a RAID hard disk drive is
marked offline in the RAID array), see the documentation for the associated
controller and management or controlling software to verify that the controller
is correctly configured.
Problem determination information is available for many devices such as RAID
and network adapters.
For problems with operating systems or IBM software or devices, go to
http://www.ibm.com/supportportal.
7. Check for troubleshooting procedures and RETAIN tips. Troubleshooting
procedures and RETAIN tips document known problems and suggested
solutions. To search for troubleshooting procedures and RETAIN tips, go to
http://www.ibm.com/supportportal.
8. Use the troubleshooting tables. See “Troubleshooting tables” on page 340 to
find a solution to a problem that has identifiable symptoms.
A single problem might cause multiple symptoms. Follow the troubleshooting
procedure for the most obvious symptom. If that procedure does not diagnose
the problem, use the procedure for another symptom, if possible.
If the problem remains, contact IBM or an approved warranty service provider
for assistance with additional problem determination and possible hardware
replacement. To open an online service request, go to http://www.ibm.com/
support/entry/portal/Open_service_request. Be prepared to provide
information about any error codes and collected data.
Undocumented problems
If you have completed the diagnostic procedure and the problem remains, the
problem might not have been previously identified by IBM. After you have
verified that all code is at the latest level, all hardware and software configurations
are valid, and no light path diagnostics LEDs or log entries indicate a hardware
component failure, contact IBM or an approved warranty service provider for
assistance.
To open an online service request, go to http://www.ibm.com/support/entry/

portal/Open_service_request. Be prepared to provide information about any error
codes and collected data and the problem determination procedures that you have
used.
Chapter 1. Start here 3

Chapter 2. Introduction
This Problem Determination and Service Guide contains information to help you solve
problems that might occur in your IBM System x3650 M3 Type 4255, 7945, or 7949
server. It describes the diagnostic tools that come with the server, error codes and
suggested actions, and instructions for replacing failing components.
Replaceable components are of four types:

v Consumable Parts: Purchase and replacement of consumable parts(components,
such as batteries and printer cartridges, that have depletable life) is your
responsibility. If IBM acquires or installs a consumable part at your request, you
will be charged for the service.
v Tier 1 customer replaceable unit (CRU): Replacement of Tier 1 CRUs is your
responsibility. If IBM installs a Tier 1 CRU at your request, you will be charged
for the installation.
v Tier 2 customer replaceable unit: You may install a Tier 2 CRU yourself or
request IBM to install it, at no additional charge, under the type of warranty
service that is designated for your server.
v Field replaceable unit (FRU): FRUs must be installed only by trained service
technicians.
For information about the terms of the warranty and getting service and assistance,
see the Warranty and Support Information document on the IBM Documentation CD.
Related documentation
This Installation and User’s Guide contains general information about the server,
including how to set up the server, how to install supported optional devices, and
how to configure the server.
The following documentation also comes with the server:

v Warranty Information
This printed document contains information about the terms of the warranty.
v Safety Information
This document is in PDF on the IBM Documentation CD. It contains translated
caution and danger statements. Each caution and danger statement that appears
in the documentation has a number that you can use to locate the corresponding
statement in your language in the Safety Information document.
v Rack Installation Instructions
This printed document contains instructions for installing the server in a rack.
v Problem Determination and Service Guide
This document is in PDF on the IBM Documentation CD. It contains information
to help you solve problems yourself, and it contains information for service
technicians.
v Environmental Notices and User Guide
This document is in PDF on the IBM Documentation CD. It contains translated
environmental notices.
v IBM License Agreement for Machine Code

This document is in PDF on the IBM Documentation CD. It provides translated
versions of the IBM License Agreement for Machine Code for your product.
v Licenses and Attributions Documents
This document is in PDF. It contains information about the open-source notices.
Depending on the server model, additional documentation might be included on

the IBM Documentation CD.
The System x and xSeries Tools Center is an online information center that contains
information about tools for updating, managing, and deploying firmware, device
drivers, and operating systems. The System x and xSeries Tools Center is at
http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp.
The server might have features that are not described in the documentation that
comes with the server. The documentation might be updated occasionally to
include information about those features, or technical updates might be available
to provide additional information that is not included in the server documentation.
These updates are available from the IBM Web site. To check for updated
documentation and technical updates, complete the following steps.
Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. The actual procedure
might vary slightly from what is described in this document.
1. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/.
2. Under Product support, click System x.
3. Under Popular links, click Publications lookup.
4. From the Product family menu, select System x3650 M3 and click Continue.
Notices and statements in this document

The caution and danger statements in this document are also in the multilingual
Safety Information document, which is on the Documentation CD. Each statement is
numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in your language in the
Safety Information document.
The following notices and statements are used in this document:

v Note: These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice.
v Important: These notices provide information or advice that might help you
avoid inconvenient or problem situations.
v Attention: These notices indicate potential damage to programs, devices, or data.
An attention notice is placed just before the instruction or situation in which
damage might occur.
v Caution: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially hazardous
to you. A caution statement is placed just before the description of a potentially
hazardous procedure step or situation.
v Danger: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or
extremely hazardous to you. A danger statement is placed just before the
description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or
situation.
Features and specifications
The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the
server. Depending on the model, some features might not be available, or some
specifications might not apply.
Racks are marked in vertical increments of 4.45 cm (1.75 inches). Each increment is
referred to as a unit, or “U.” A 1-U-high device is 1.75 inches tall.
Note:
1. Power consumption and heat output vary depending on the number and type
of optional features that are installed and the power-management optional
features that are in use.
2. The sound levels were measured in controlled acoustical environments
according to the procedures specified by the American National Standards
Institute (ANSI) S12.10 and ISO 7779 and are reported in accordance with ISO
9296. Actual sound-pressure levels in a given location might exceed the average
values stated because of room reflections and other nearby noise sources. The
declared sound-power levels indicate an upper limit, below which a large
number of computers will operate.
Chapter 2. Introduction 7
Table 1. Features and specifications
Microprocessor: Size (2U):
v Supports up to two Intel Xeon™ v Height: 85.2 mm (3.346 in.) Video controller (integrated into IMM):
multi-core microprocessors (one v Depth: EIA flange to rear - 698 mm v Matrox G200eV (two analog ports - one
installed) (27.480 in.), Overall - 729 mm (28.701 front and one rear that can be connected
v Level-3 cache in.) at the same time)
v QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) links v Width: With top cover - 443.6 mm Note: The maximum video resolution is
speed up to 6.4 GT per second (17.465 in.), With front bezel - 482.0 1600 x 1200 at 75 Hz.
mm (18.976 in.) – SVGA compatible video controller
Note: v Weight: approximately 21.09 kg (46.5 – DDR2 250 MHz SDRAM video
v Do not install an Intel Xeon™ 5500 series lb) to 25 kg (55 lb) depending upon memory controller
microprocessor and an Xeon™ 5600 configuration – Avocent Digital Video Compression
series microprocessor in the same server. – 16 MB of video memory (not
v Use the Setup utility to determine the Integrated functions: expandable)
type and speed of the microprocessors. v Integrated management module
(IMM), which provides service ServeRAID controller (depending on the
v For a list of supported microprocessors, processor control and monitoring model):
see http://www.ibm.com/systems/ functions, video controller, and (when v A ServeRAID-BR10il v2 SAS/SATA
info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/
the optional virtual media key is adapter that provides RAID levels 0, 1,
us/. installed) remote keyboard, video, and 1E (comes standard on some
mouse, and remote hard disk drive hot-swap models).
Memory:
capabilities
v Minimum: 2 GB v An optional ServeRAID-BR10il
v Dedicated or shared management
v Maximum: 288 GB SAS/SATA adapter that provides RAID
network connections
– 48 GB using unbuffered DIMMs levels 0, 1, and 1E can be ordered.
v Serial over LAN (SOL) and serial
(UDIMMs) v An optional ServeRAID-MR10i
redirection over Telnet or Secure Shell
– 288 GB using registered DIMMs SAS/SATA adapter that provides RAID
(SSH)
(RDIMMs) levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60 can be
v One systems-management RJ-45 for
v Type: PC3-10600R-999, 800, 1067, and ordered.
connection to a dedicated
1333 MHz, ECC, DDR3 registered or
systems-management network v An optional ServeRAID-M1015
unbuffered SDRAM DIMMs
v Support for remote management SAS/SATA adapter that provides RAID
v Slots: 18 dual inline
presence through an optional virtual levels 0, 1, and 10 with optional RAID
v Supports (depending on the model):
media key 5/50 and SED (Self Encrypting Drive)
– 2 GB and 4 GB unbuffered DIMMs
v Broadcom BCM5709 Gb Ethernet upgrade.
– 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB
controller with TCP/IP Offload Engine v An optional ServeRAID-M5014
registered DIMMs
(TOE) and Wake on LAN support SAS/SATA adapter that provides RAID
v Four Ethernet ports (two on system levels 0, 1, 5, 10 and 50 with optional
SATA optical drives (optional):
board and two additional ports when
v DVD-ROM battery and RAID 6/60 and SED
the optional IBM Dual-Port 1 Gb
v Multi-burner upgrade.
Ethernet Daughter Card is installed)
v One serial port, shared with the v An optional ServeRAID-M5015
Hard disk drive expansion bays SAS/SATA adapter with battery that
(depending on the model): integrated management module (IMM)
v Four Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports provides RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 10, and 50
v Eight 2.5-inch SAS hot-swap bays for (two on front, two on rear of server), with optional RAID 6/60 and SED
hard disk drive bays with option to add v2.0 supporting v1.1, plus one or more upgrade
eight more 2.5-inch SAS hot-swap hard dedicated internal USB ports on the
disk drive bays Note:
SAS riser-card
v Four 2.5-inch simple-swap, solid state 1. RAID is supported in hot-swap models
v Two video ports (one on front and one
SATA hard disk drive bays only.
on rear of server)
v One SATA tape connector, one USB 2. The ServeRAID controllers are installed
PCI expansion slots: tape connector, and one tape power in a PCI Express x8 mechanical slot (x4
v Two PCI Express riser cards with two connector on SAS riser-card (some electrical); however, the controllers run
PCI Express x8 slots (x8 lanes) each, models) at x4 bandwidth.
standard v Support for hypervisor function
v Support for the following optional riser through an optional USB flash device
cards: on the SAS riser-card (not available on
– Two 133 MHz/64-bit PCI-X 1.0a slots simple-swap models)
– One PCI Express x16 slot (x16 lanes)
Note: In messages and documentation,
the term service processor refers to the
integrated management module (IMM).
Table 1. Features and specifications (continued)
Electrical input with hot-swap ac power Environment: Hot-swap fans: Three - provide redundant
supplies: v Air temperature: cooling.
v Sine-wave input (47 - 63 Hz) required – Server on: 10°C to 35°C (50.0°F to
v Input voltage range automatically 95.0°F); altitude: 0 to 914.4 m (3000 Power supply:
selected ft). Decrease system temperature by v Up to two hot-swap power supplies for
v Input voltage low range: 1°C for every 1000-foot increase in redundancy support
– Minimum: 100 V ac altitude.
– 460-watt ac
– Maximum: 127 V ac – Server off: 5°C to 45°C (41.0°F to
v Input voltage high range: 113.0°F); maximum altitude: 3048 m – 675-watt ac
– Minimum: 200 V ac (10000 ft) – 675-watt high-efficiency ac
– Maximum: 240 V ac – Shipment: -40°C to +60°C (-40°F to – 675-watt dc
v Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA) 140°F); maximum altitude: 3048 m
approximately: (10000 ft) Note: You cannot mix 460-watt and
– Minimum: 0.090 kVA v Humidity: 675-watt power supplies, or high-efficiency
– Maximum: 0.700 kVA – Server on: 20% to 80%; maximum and non-high-efficiency power supplies, or
dew point: 21°C; maximum rate of ac and dc power supplies in the server.
change 5°C per hour.
– Server off: 8% to 80%; maximum Acoustical noise emissions:
dew point: 27°C v Declared sound power, idle: 6.3 bel
– Shipment: 5% to 100% v Declared sound power, operating: 6.5 bel
v Particulate contamination:
Heat output:Approximate heat output:
Attention: Airborne particulates and
v Minimum configuration: 662 Btu per
reactive gases acting alone or in
hour (194 watts)
combination with other environmental
v Maximum configuration: 2302 Btu per
factors such as humidity or
hour (675 watts)
temperature might pose a risk to the
server. For information about the limits
for particulates and gases, see
“Particulate contamination” on page
523.
EU Regulation 617/2013 Technical Documentation:

International Business Machines Corporation
New Orchard Road
Armonk, New York 10504
http://www.ibm.com/customersupport/
For more information on the energy efficiency program, go to
http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/hardware/energy-star/index.html
Product Type:
Computer Server
Year first manufactured:
2010
Internal/external power supply efficiency:
PSU 1: Go to http://www.plugloadsolutions.com/psu_reports/
IBM_7001578-XXXX_675W_SO-485_Report.pdf
PSU 2:
Table 2. Power supply efficiency (PSU 2)
Input Output Efficiency
IRMS A PF ITHD (%) Load (%) Watts Watts %
0.41 0.811 39.8% 10% 77.25 67.50 87.38%
0.72 0.901 30.5% 20% 148.45 134.74 90.76%
1.65 0.956 21.8% 50% 361.99 336.34 92.91%
Table 2. Power supply efficiency (PSU 2) (continued)
3.28 0.976 17.5% 100% 736.58 670.10 90.97%
PSU 3:
Table 3. Power supply efficiency (PSU 3)
0.50 0.694 19.02% 10% 79.4 68.2 85.9%
0.74 0.867 15.1% 20% 148.4 134.8 90.8%
1.63 0.968 4.85% 50% 362.1 336.1 93.0%
3.24 0.988 5.3% 100% 737.3 672.3 91.2%
Maximum power (watts):

See Power supply.
Idle state power (watts):
120
Sleep mode power (watts):
N/A for servers
Off mode power (watts):
Not available
Noise levels (the declared A-weighed sound power level of the computer):
See Acoustical noise emissions.
Test voltage and frequency:
230V / 50 Hz or 60 Hz
Total harmonic distortion of the electricity supply system:
The maximum harmonic content of the input voltage waveform will be
equal or less than 2%. The qualification is compliant with EN 61000-3-2.
Information and documentation on the instrumentation set-up and circuits used
for electrical testing:
ENERGY STAR Test Method for Computer Servers; ECOVA Generalized
Test Protocol for Calculating the Energy Efficiency of Internal Ac-Dc and
Dc-Dc Power Supplies.
Measurement methodology used to determine information in this document:
ENERGY STAR Servers Version 2.0 Program Requirements; ECOVA
Generalized Test Protocol for Calculating the Energy Efficiency of Internal
Ac-Dc and Dc-Dc Power Supplies.
Server controls, LEDs, and power
This section describes the controls and light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and how to
turn the server on and off.
Front view
The following illustration shows the controls, connectors, and hard disk drive bays
on the front of the server.
Hard disk drive Video USB 1 USB 2 Operator

activity LED (green) connector connector connector information panel
Hard disk drive
status LED (amber)
Rack Rack
release release
latch latch
Bay 0 Hard disk Bay 15 CD/DVD drive CD/DVD CD/DVD drive

drive bays activity LED eject button (optical drive)
Figure 1. Controls, connectors, and hard disk drive bays front view
Hard disk drive activity LED: Each hard disk drive has an activity LED. When
this LED is flashing, it indicates that the drive is in use.
Hard disk drive status LED: Each hard disk drive has a status LED. When this
LED is lit, it indicates that the drive has failed. When this LED is flashing slowly
(one flash per second), it indicates that the drive is being rebuilt as part of a RAID
configuration. When the LED is flashing rapidly (three flashes per second), it
indicates that the controller is identifying the drive.
Video connector: Connect a monitor to this connector. The video connectors on the
front and rear of the server can be used simultaneously.
USB connectors: Connect a USB device, such as USB mouse, keyboard, or other
USB device, to either of these connectors.
Operator information panel: This panel contains controls, light-emitting diodes
(LEDs), and connectors. For information about the controls and LEDs on the
operator information panel, see “Operator information panel” on page 12.
Rack release latches: Press these latches to release the server from the rack.
Optional CD/DVD-eject button: Press this button to release a CD or DVD from

the CD-RW/DVD drive.
Optional CD/DVD drive activity LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that the
CD-RW/DVD drive is in use.
Operator information panel
The following illustration shows the controls and LEDs on the operator
information panel.
Figure 2. Controls and LEDs
The following controls and LEDs are on the operator information panel:
v Power-control button and power-on LED: Press this button to turn the server
on and off manually or to wake the server from a reduced-power state. The
states of the power-on LED are as follows:
– Off: AC power is not present, or the power supply or the LED itself has
failed.
– Flashing rapidly (4 times per second): The server is turned off and is not
ready to be turned on. The power-control button is disabled. This will last
approximately 20 to 40 seconds.
Note: Approximately 40 seconds after the server is connected to ac power,

the power-control button becomes active.
– Flashing slowly (once per second): The server is turned off and is ready to
be turned on. You can press the power-control button to turn on the server.
– Lit: The server is turned on.
– Fading on and off: The server is in a reduced-power state. To wake the
server, press the power-control button or use the IMM Web interface. For
information about logging on to the IMM Web interface, see “Logging on to
the Web interface” on page 506.
v Ethernet icon LED: This LED lights the Ethernet icon.
v Ethernet activity LEDs: When any of these LEDs is lit, it indicates that the
server is transmitting to or receiving signals from the Ethernet LAN that is
connected to the Ethernet port that corresponds to that LED.
v Information LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that a noncritical event has
occurred. An LED on the light path diagnostics panel is also lit to help isolate
the error.
v System-error LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that a system error has
occurred. An LED on the light path diagnostics panel is also lit to help isolate
the error.
v Release latch: Slide this latch to the left to access the light path diagnostics
panel, which is behind the operator information panel.
v Locator button and locator LED: Use this LED to visually locate the server
among other servers. Press this button to turn on or turn off this LED locally.
You can use IBM Systems Director to light this LED remotely.
Light path diagnostics panel
The light path diagnostics panel is on the top of the operator information panel.
To access the light path diagnostics panel, slide the blue release button on the
operator information panel to the left. Pull forward on the operator information
panel until the hinge of the panel is free of the server chassis. Then pull down on
the operator information panel, so that you can view the light path diagnostics
panel information.
Operator information
panel
Light path
diagnostics LEDs
Release latch
Figure 3. Path diagnostics panel
The following illustration shows the controls and LEDs on the light path
diagnostics panel.
Note:
1. Do not run the server for an extended period of time while the light path
diagnostics panel is pulled out of the server.
2. Light path diagnostics LEDs remain lit only while the server is connected to
power.
Checkpoint
code display
Figure 4. Controls and LEDs on the light path diagnostics panel
v Remind button: This button places the system-error LED on the front panel into
Remind mode. In Remind mode, the system-error LED flashes once every 2
seconds until the problem is corrected, the server is restarted, or a new problem
occurs.
By placing the system-error LED indicator in Remind mode, you acknowledge
that you are aware of the last failure but will not take immediate action to
correct the problem. The remind function is controlled by the IMM.
v NMI button: Press this button to force a nonmaskable interrupt to the
microprocessor, if directed to do so by IBM service and support.
v Reset button: Press this button to reset the server and run the power-on self-test
(POST). You might have to use a pen or the end of a straightened paper clip to
press the button. The reset button is in the lower-right corner of the light path
diagnostics panel.
For more information about light path diagnostics, see the Problem Determination
and Service Guide on the IBM Documentation CD.
Rear view
The following illustration shows the connectors on the rear of the server.
Figure 5. Connectors rear view
Ethernet connectors: Use either of these connectors to connect the server to a

network. When you use the Ethernet 1 connector, the network can be shared with
the IMM through a single network cable.
Power-cord connector: Connect the power cord to this connector.
USB connectors: Connect a USB device, such as USB mouse, keyboard, or other
USB device, to any of these connectors.
Serial connector: Connect a 9-pin serial device to this connector. The serial port is
shared with the integrated management module (IMM). The IMM can take control
of the shared serial port to perform text console redirection and to redirect serial
traffic, using Serial over LAN (SOL).
Video connector: Connect a monitor to this connector. The video connectors on the
front and rear of the server can be used simultaneously.
Note: The maximum video resolution is 1600 x 1200 at 75 Hz.
Systems-management Ethernet connector: Use this connector to connect the server

to a network for systems-management information control. This connector is used
only by the IMM.
The following illustration shows the LEDs on the rear of the server.
Ethernet Ethernet
activity LED link LED AC power
LED (green)
DC power
LED (green)
Power-supply
error LED (amber)
Power-on System-error
LED (green) LED (amber)
Locator LED (blue)
Figure 6. LEDs rear view
Ethernet activity LEDs: When these LEDs are lit, they indicate that the server is
transmitting to or receiving signals from the Ethernet LAN that is connected to the
Ethernet port.
Ethernet link LEDs: When these LEDs are lit, they indicate that there is an active
link connection on the 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 1000BASE-TX interface for the
Ethernet port.
AC power LED: Each hot-swap power supply has an ac power LED and a dc
power LED. When the ac power LED is lit, it indicates that sufficient power is
coming into the power supply through the power cord. During typical operation,
both the ac and dc power LEDs are lit. For any other combination of LEDs, see the
Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM Documentation CD.
IN OK power LED: Each hot-swap dc power supply has an IN OK power LED

and an OUT OK power LED. When the IN OK power LED is lit, it indicates that
sufficient power is coming into the power supply through the power cord. During
typical operation, both the IN OK and OUT OK power LEDs are lit.
DC power LED: Each hot-swap power supply has a dc power LED and an ac
power LED. When the dc power LED is lit, it indicates that the power supply is
supplying adequate dc power to the system. During typical operation, both the ac
and dc power LEDs are lit. For any other combination of LEDs, see the Problem
Determination and Service Guide on the IBM Documentation CD.
OUT OK power LED: Each hot-swap dc power supply has an IN OK power LED
and an OUT OK power LED. When the OUT OK power LED is lit, it indicates that
the power supply is supplying adequate dc power to the system. During typical
operation, both the IN OK and OUT OK power LEDs are lit.
Power-supply error LED: When the power-supply error LED is lit, it indicates that
the power supply has failed.
Note: Power supply 1 is the default/primary power supply. If power supply 1

fails, you must replace the power supply immediately.
System-error LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that a system error has
occurred. An LED on the light path diagnostics panel is also lit to help isolate the
error. This LED is the same as the system-error LED on the front of the server.
Locator LED: Use this LED to visually locate the server among other servers. You
can use IBM Systems Director to light this LED remotely. This LED is the same as
the system-locator LED on the front of the server.
Power-on LED: Press this button to turn the server on and off manually or to
wake the server from a reduced-power state. The states of the power-on LED are
as follows:
v Off: AC power is not present, or the power supply or the LED itself has failed.
v Flashing rapidly (4 times per second): The server is turned off and is not ready
to be turned on. The power-control button is disabled. This will last
approximately 20 to 40 seconds.
Note: Approximately 40 seconds after the server is connected to ac power, the

power-control button becomes active.
v Flashing slowly (once per second): The server is turned off and is ready to be
turned on. You can press the power-control button to turn on the server.
v Lit: The server is turned on.
v Fading on and off: The server is in a reduced-power state. To wake the server,
press the power-control button or use the IMM Web interface. For information
about logging on to the IMM Web interface, see “Logging on to the Web
interface” on page 506.
Internal connectors, LEDs, and jumpers

The illustrations in this section show the LEDs, connectors, and jumpers on the
internal boards. The illustrations might differ slightly from your hardware.
System-board internal connectors
The following illustration shows the internal connectors on the system board.
Figure 7. System-board internal connectors
System-board external connectors

The following illustration shows the external input/output connectors on the
system board.
Figure 8. System-board external connectors
System-board switches and jumpers

The following illustration shows the location and description of the switches and
jumpers.
Note: If there is a clear protective sticker on the top of the switch blocks, you must
remove and discard it to access the switches.
The default positions for the UEFI and the IMM recovery jumpers are pins 1 and 2.
IMM recovery jumper
(J147)
1
2
UEFI boot recovery 3 3
jumper (J29) 2
1
SW4 switch block SW3 switch block
Figure 9. System-board switches and jumpers
The following table describes the jumpers on the system board.

Table 4. System board jumpers
Jumper Jumper
number name Jumper setting
J29 UEFI boot v Pins 1 and 2: Normal (default) Loads the primary server
recovery firmware ROM page.
jumper
v Pins 2 and 3: Loads the secondary (backup) server firmware
ROM page.
J147 IMM v Pins 1 and 2: Normal (default) Loads the primary IMM
recovery firmware ROM page.
jumper
v Pins 2 and 3: Loads the secondary (backup) IMM firmware
ROM page.
Table 4. System board jumpers (continued)
Jumper Jumper
number name Jumper setting
Note:
1. If no jumper is present, the server responds as if the pins are set to 1 and 2.
2. Changing the position of the UEFI boot recovery jumper from pins 1 and 2 to pins 2
and 3 before the server is turned on alters which flash ROM page is loaded. Do not
change the jumper pin position after the server is turned on. This can cause an
unpredictable problem.
The following illustration shows the jumper settings for switch blocks SW3 and
SW4 on the system board.
12 34 12 34
SW4 switch block Off Off SW3 switch block
Figure 10. SW3 and SW4
Table 5 on page 21 and Table 6 on page 21 describe the function of each switch on
SW3 and SW4 switch blocks on the system board.
Table 5. System board switch block 3, switches 1 - 4
Switch
number Default value Switch description
1 Off Clear CMOS memory. When this switch is toggled to On, it clears the data in
CMOS memory.
2 Off Trusted Platform Module (TPM) physical presence. Turning this switch to the on
position indicates a physical presence to the TPM.
3 Off Reserved.
4 Off Reserved.
Table 6. System board switch block 4, switches 1 - 4

Switch
number Default value Switch description
1 Off Power-on password override. Changing the position of this switch bypasses the
power-on password check the next time the server is turned on and starts the
Setup utility so that you can change or delete the power-on password. You do not
have to move the switch back to the default position after the password is
overridden.
Changing the position of this switch does not affect the administrator password
check if an administrator password is set.
See “Passwords” on page 497 for additional information about the power-on
password.
2 Off Power-on override. When this switch is toggled to On and then to Off, you force a
power-on which overrides the power-on and power-off button on the server and
they become nonfunctional.
3 Off Forced power permission overrides the IMM power-on checking process. (Trained
service technician only)
4 Off Reserved.
Important:
1. Before you change any switch settings or move any jumpers, turn off the
server; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables. (Review the
information in “Safety” on page vii, “Installation guidelines” on page 395, and
“Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 398.)
2. Any system-board switch or jumper blocks that are not shown in the
illustrations in this document are reserved.
System-board LEDs
The following illustration shows the light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the system
board.
Note: Error LEDs remain lit only while the server is connected to power.
Figure 11. System-board LEDs
System pulse LEDs
The following LEDs are on the system board and monitor the system power-on
and power-off sequencing and boot progress (see “System-board LEDs” on page 22
for the location of these LEDs).
Table 7. System-pulse LEDs
LED Description Action
Enclosure manager heartbeat
Indicates the status of (Trained service technician
power-on and power-off only) If the server is
sequencing. connected to power and the
LED is not flashing, replace
When the server is connected the system board.
to power, this LED flashes
slowly to indicate that the
enclosure manager is
working correctly.
IMM heartbeat
Indicates the status of the If the LED does not begin
boot process of the IMM. flashing within 30 seconds of
when the server is connected
When the server is connected to power, complete the
to power this LED flashes following steps:
quickly to indicate that the
1. (Trained service
IMM code is loading. When
technician only) Use the
the loading is complete, the
IMM recovery jumper to
LED stops flashing briefly
recover the firmware (see
and then flashes slowly to
Table 4 on page 19).
indicate that the IMM if fully
operational and you can 2. (Trained service
press the power-control technician only) Replace
button to start the server. the system board.
System-board optional device connectors

The following illustration shows the connectors on the system board for
user-installable options.
Figure 12. System-board optional device connectors
SAS riser-card connectors and LEDs

The following illustrations show the connectors and LEDs on the SAS riser-cards.
A 16-drive-capable model server contains the riser card that is shown in the
following illustration.
Figure 13. SAS riser-card connectors and LEDs
A tape-enabled model server contains the riser card that is shown in the following
illustration.
Figure 14. The riser card
PCI riser-card adapter connectors

The following illustration shows the connectors on the PCI riser card for
user-installable PCI adapters.
Adapter
PCI
riser-card
assembly
Adapter
connectors
Figure 15. PCI riser-card adapter connectors
PCI riser-card assembly LEDs
The following illustration shows the light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the PCI
riser-card assembly.
Upper PCI slot error LED

(Adaptor card error LED)
Lower PCI slot

error LED
Figure 16. PCI riser-card assembly LEDs
Chapter 3. Diagnostics
This chapter describes the diagnostic tools that are available to help you solve
problems that might occur in the server.
If you cannot locate and correct a problem by using the information in this chapter,
see Appendix A, “Getting help and technical assistance,” on page 517 for more
information.
Diagnostic tools
The following tools are available to help you diagnose and solve hardware-related
problems.
v Troubleshooting tables
These tables list problem symptoms and actions to correct the problems. See
“Troubleshooting tables” on page 340.
v Light path diagnostics
Use the light path diagnostics to diagnose system errors quickly. See “Light path
diagnostics” on page 360 for more information.
v Dynamic System Analysis Preboot (DSA) diagnostic programs
The DSA Preboot diagnostic programs provide problem isolation, configuration
analysis, and error log collection. The diagnostic programs are the primary
method of testing the major components of the server and are stored in
integrated USB memory. The diagnostic programs collect the following
information about the server:
– System configuration
– Network interfaces and settings
– Installed hardware
– Light path diagnostics status
– Service processor status and configuration
– Vital product data, firmware, and IBM's implementation of UEFI
configuration
– Hard disk drive health
– RAID controller configuration
– ServeRAID controller and service processor event logs, including the
following information:
- System-event logs
- Temperature, voltage, and fan speed information
- Tape drive presence and read/write test results
- Systems management analysis and reporting technology (SMART) data
- USB information
- Monitor configuration information
- PCI slot information
The diagnostic programs create a merged log that includes events from all
collected logs. The information is collected into a file that you can send to IBM
service and support. Additionally, you can view the server information locally
through a generated text report file. You can also copy the log to removable
media and view the log from a Web browser. See “Running the diagnostic
programs” on page 287 for more information.
v IBM Electronic Service Agent

IBM Electronic Service Agent is a software tool that monitors the server for
hardware error events and automatically submits electronic service requests to
IBM service and support. Also, it can collect and transmit system configuration
information on a scheduled basis so that the information is available to you and
your support representative. It uses minimal system resources, is available free
of charge, and can be downloaded from the Web. For more information and to
download Electronic Service Agent, go to http://www.ibm.com/support/
electronic/.
Event logs
Error codes and messages displayed in POST event log, system-event log,
integrated management module (IMM) event log, and DSA event log.
v POST event log: This log contains the three most recent error codes and
messages that were generated during POST. You can view the POST event log
through the Setup utility.
v System-event log: This log contains all BMC, POST, and system management
interrupt (SMI) events. You can view the system-event log from the Setup utility
and through the Dynamic System Analysis (DSA) program (as the IPMI event
log).
The system-event log is limited in size. When it is full, new entries will not
overwrite existing entries; therefore, you must periodically save and then clear
the system-event log through the Setup utility when the IMM logs an event that
indicates that the log is more than 75% full. When you are troubleshooting, you
might have to save and then clear the system-event log to make the most recent
events available for analysis.
Messages are listed on the left side of the screen, and details about the selected
message are displayed on the right side of the screen. To move from one entry
to the next, use the Up Arrow (↑) and Down Arrow (↓) keys.
Some IMM sensors cause assertion events to be logged when their setpoints are
reached. When a setpoint condition no longer exists, a corresponding deassertion
event is logged. However, not all events are assertion-type events.
v Integrated management module (IMM) event log: This log contains a filtered
subset of all IMM, POST, and system management interrupt (SMI) events. You
can view the IMM event log through the IMM Web interface and through the
Dynamic System Analysis (DSA) program (as the ASM event log).
v DSA log: This log is generated by the Dynamic System Analysis (DSA) program,
and it is a chronologically ordered merge of the system-event log (as the IPMI
event log), the IMM event log (as the ASM event log), and the operating-system
event logs. You can view the DSA log through the DSA program.
Viewing event logs from the Setup utility
Use this information to view event logs from the Setup utility.
About this task
To view the POST event log or system-event log, complete the following steps:
1. Turn on the server.
2. When the prompt <F1> Setup is displayed, press F1. If you have set both a
power-on password and an administrator password, you must type the
administrator password to view the event logs.
3. Select System Event Logs and use one of the following procedures:
v To view the POST event log, select POST Event Viewer.
v To view the system-event log, select System Event Log.
Viewing event logs without restarting the server

If the server is not hung, methods are available for you to view one or more event
logs without having to restart the server.
About this task
If you have installed Portable or Installable Dynamic System Analysis (DSA), you
can use it to view the system-event log (as the IPMI event log), the IMM event log
(as the ASM event log), the operating-system event logs, or the merged DAA log.
You can also use DSA Preboot to view these logs, although you must restart the
server to use DSA Preboot. To install Portable DSA, Installable DSA, or DSA
Preboot or to download a DSA Preboot CD image, go to http://www.ibm.com/
support/entry/portal/docdisplay?lndocid=SERV-DSA or complete the following
steps.
Procedure
3. Under Popular links, click Software and device drivers.
4. Under Related downloads, click Dynamic System Analysis (DSA) to display
the matrix of downloadable DSA files.
Results
If IPMItool is installed in the server, you can use it to view the system-event log.
Most recent versions of the Linux operating system come with a current version of
IPMItool. Complete the following steps to obtain more information about IPMItool.
1. Go to http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp.
2. In the navigation pane, click IBM System x and BladeCenter Tools Center.
3. Expand Tools reference, expand Configuration tools, expand IPMI tools, and
click IPMItool.
Chapter 3. Diagnostics 29
For an overview of IPMI, complete the following steps:
1. Go to http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp.
2. In the navigation pane, click IBM Systems Information Center.
3. Expand Operating systems, expand Linux information, expand Blueprints for
Linux on IBM systems, and click Using Intelligent Platform Management
Interface (IPMI) on IBM Linux platforms.
You can view the IMM event log through the Event Log link in the integrated
management module (IMM) Web interface.
The following table describes the methods that you can use to view the event logs,
depending on the condition of the server. The first two conditions generally do not
require that you restart the server.
Table 8. Methods for viewing event logs
Condition Action
The server is not hung and is connected to a
network. Use any of the following methods:
v Run Portable or Installable DSA to view
the event logs or create an output file that
you can send to IBM service and support.
v Type the IP address of the IMM and go to
the Event Log page.
v Use IPMItool to view the system-event
log.
The server is not hung and is not connected Use IPMItool locally to view the
to a network. system-event log.
The server is hung. v If DSA Preboot is installed, restart the
server and press F2 to start DSA Preboot
and view the event logs.
v If DSA Preboot is not installed, insert the
DSA Preboot CD and restart the server to
start DSA Preboot and view the event
logs.
v Alternatively, you can restart the server
and press F1 to start the Setup utility and
view the POST event log or system-event
log. For more information, see “Viewing
event logs from the Setup utility” on page
29.
Error messages
This section provides the list of error codes and messages for UEFI/POST, IMM,
and DSA that are generated when a problem is detected.
See “POST error codes” on page 274, “Integrated management module error
messages,” and “Diagnostic messages” on page 289 for more information.
System event messages log

The system event messages log contains messages of three types:
Information
Information messages do not require action; they record significant
system-level events, such as when the server is started.
Warning
Warning messages do not require immediate action; they indicate possible
problems, such as when the recommended maximum ambient temperature
is exceeded.
Error Error messages might require action; they indicate system errors, such as
when a fan is not detected.
Each message contains date and time information, and it indicates the source of the
message (POST or the IMM).
Integrated management module error messages

IMM Events that automatically notify Support:
You can configure the Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) to automatically

notify Support (also known as call home) if certain types of errors are encountered.
If you have configured this function, see the table for a list of events that
automatically notify Support.
Table 9. Events that automatically notify Support
Automatically
Notify
Event ID Message String Support
80010202-0701xxxx Numeric sensor Yes
[NumericSensorElementName] going low
(lower critical) has asserted. (Planar 12V)
[NumericSensorElementName] going low
(lower critical) has asserted. (CMOS
Battery)
[NumericSensorElementName] going high
(upper critical) has asserted. (Planar 12V)
806f0021-2201xxxx Fault in slot Yes
[PhysicalConnectorSystemElementName] on
system [ComputerSystemElementName].
(No Op ROM Space)
Table 9. Events that automatically notify Support (continued)
Automatically
Notify
(All PCI Error)
(PCI 1)
806f0108-0a01xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has Failed. Yes
(Power Supply 1)
806f0108-0a02xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has Failed. Yes
(Power Supply 2)
806f010c-2001xxxx Uncorrectable error detected for Yes
[PhysicalMemoryElementName] on
Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (DIMM
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
Automatically
Notify
806f010c-200axxxx Uncorrectable error detected for Yes
10)
806f010c-200bxxxx Uncorrectable error detected for Yes
11)
806f010c-200cxxxx Uncorrectable error detected for Yes
12)
806f010c-200dxxxx Uncorrectable error detected for Yes
13)
806f010c-200exxxx Uncorrectable error detected for Yes
14)
806f010c-200fxxxx Uncorrectable error detected for Yes
15)
16)
17)
18)
Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (All
DIMMS)
806f010d-0400xxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] Yes
has been disabled due to a detected fault.
(Drive 0)
(Drive 1)
(Drive 2)
Automatically
Notify
(Drive 3)
(Drive 4)
(Drive 5)
(Drive 6)
(Drive 7)
(Drive 8)
(Drive 9)
806f010d-040axxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] Yes
(Drive 10)
806f010d-040bxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] Yes
(Drive 11)
806f010d-040cxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] Yes
(Drive 12)
806f010d-040dxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] Yes
(Drive 13)
806f010d-040exxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] Yes
(Drive 14)
806f010d-040fxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] Yes
(Drive 15)
806f011b-0701xxxx The connector Yes
[PhysicalConnectorElementName] has
encountered a configuration error. (Video
USB)
806f0207-0301xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has Failed with Yes
FRB1/BIST condition. (CPU 1)
806f0207-0302xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has Failed with Yes
FRB1/BIST condition. (CPU 2)
Automatically
Notify
806f020d-0400xxxx Failure Predicted on drive Yes
[StorageVolumeElementName] for array
[ComputerSystemElementName]. (Drive 0)
806f020d-040axxxx Failure Predicted on drive Yes
806f020d-040bxxxx Failure Predicted on drive Yes
806f020d-040cxxxx Failure Predicted on drive Yes
806f020d-040dxxxx Failure Predicted on drive Yes
806f020d-040exxxx Failure Predicted on drive Yes
806f020d-040fxxxx Failure Predicted on drive Yes
Automatically
Notify
806f0212-2584xxxx The System Yes
[ComputerSystemElementName] has
encountered an unknown system hardware
fault. (CPU Fault Reboot)
806f050c-2001xxxx Memory Logging Limit Reached for Yes
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
806f050c-200axxxx Memory Logging Limit Reached for Yes
10)
806f050c-200bxxxx Memory Logging Limit Reached for Yes
11)
Automatically
Notify
806f050c-200cxxxx Memory Logging Limit Reached for Yes
12)
806f050c-200dxxxx Memory Logging Limit Reached for Yes
13)
806f050c-200exxxx Memory Logging Limit Reached for Yes
14)
806f050c-200fxxxx Memory Logging Limit Reached for Yes
15)
16)
17)
18)
Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (All
DIMMS)
806f060d-0400xxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has Yes
failed. (Drive 0)
failed. (Drive 1)
failed. (Drive 2)
failed. (Drive 3)
failed. (Drive 4)
failed. (Drive 5)
failed. (Drive 6)
failed. (Drive 7)
40000001-00000000

Automatically
Notify
failed. (Drive 8)
failed. (Drive 9)
806f060d-040axxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has Yes
failed. (Drive 10)
806f060d-040bxxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has Yes
failed. (Drive 11)
806f060d-040cxxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has Yes
failed. (Drive 12)
806f060d-040dxxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has Yes
failed. (Drive 13)
806f060d-040exxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has Yes
failed. (Drive 14)
806f060d-040fxxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has Yes
failed. (Drive 15)
806f0813-2581xxxx A Uncorrectable Bus Error has occurred on Yes
(DIMMs)
(PCIs)
(CPUs)
40000001-00000000 Management Controller [arg1] Network Initialization Complete.

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a Management Controller network has completed initialization.
May also be shown as 4000000100000000 or 0x4000000100000000
Severity: Info
Alert Category: System - IMM Network event
Serviceable: No
CIM Information: Prefix: IMM and ID: 0001
SNMP Trap ID: 37
Automatically notify Support: No
User response: Information only; no action is required.
40000002-00000000 • 40000004-00000000
40000002-00000000 Certificate Authority [arg1] has detected a [arg2] Certificate Error.

Explanation: This message is for the use case when there is an error with an SSL Server, SSL Client, or SSL Trusted
CA Certificate.
Severity: Error
Alert Category: System - other
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 22
User response: Make sure that the certificate that you are importing is correct and properly generated.
40000003-00000000 Ethernet Data Rate modified from [arg1] to [arg2] by user [arg3].
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client modifies the Ethernet Port data rate.
Severity: Info
Alert Category: none
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000004-00000000 Ethernet Duplex setting modified from [arg1] to [arg2] by user [arg3].
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client modifies the Ethernet Port duplex setting.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000005-00000000 • 40000007-00000000
40000005-00000000 Ethernet MTU setting modified from [arg1] to [arg2] by user [arg3].
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client modifies the Ethernet Port MTU setting.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000006-00000000 Ethernet locally administered MAC address modified from [arg1] to [arg2] by user [arg3].
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client modifies the Ethernet Port MAC address setting.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000007-00000000 Ethernet interface [arg1] by user [arg2].

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client enables or disabled the ethernet interface.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000008-00000000 • 4000000a-00000000
40000008-00000000 Hostname set to [arg1] by user [arg2].

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client modifies the Hostname of a Management Controller.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 37
40000009-00000000 IP address of network interface modified from [arg1] to [arg2] by user [arg3].
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client modifies the IP address of a Management Controller.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 37
4000000a-00000000 IP subnet mask of network interface modified from [arg1] to [arg2] by user [arg3].
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client modifies the IP subnet mask of a Management
Controller.
May also be shown as 4000000a00000000 or 0x4000000a00000000
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
4000000b-00000000 • 4000000d-00000000
4000000b-00000000 IP address of default gateway modified from [arg1] to [arg2] by user [arg3].
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client modifies the default gateway IP address of a
Management Controller.
May also be shown as 4000000b00000000 or 0x4000000b00000000
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
4000000c-00000000 OS Watchdog response [arg1] by [arg2] .

Explanation: This message is for the use case where an OS Watchdog has been enabled or disabled by a client.
May also be shown as 4000000c00000000 or 0x4000000c00000000
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
4000000d-00000000 DHCP[[arg1]] failure, no IP address assigned.

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a DHCP server fails to assign an IP address to a Management
Controller.
May also be shown as 4000000d00000000 or 0x4000000d00000000
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
User response: Complete the following steps until the problem is solved: Make sure that the IMM network cable is
connected. Make sure that there is a DHCP server on the network that can assign an IP address to the IMM.
4000000e-00000000 • 40000010-00000000
4000000e-00000000 Remote Login Successful. Login ID: [arg1] from [arg2] at IP address [arg3].
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client successfully logs in to a Management Controller.
May also be shown as 4000000e00000000 or 0x4000000e00000000
Severity: Info
Alert Category: System - Remote Login
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 30
4000000f-00000000 Attempting to [arg1] server [arg2] by user [arg3].

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client is using the Management Controller to perform a
power function on the system.
May also be shown as 4000000f00000000 or 0x4000000f00000000
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000010-00000000 Security: Userid: [arg1] had [arg2] login failures from WEB client at IP address [arg3].
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client has failed to log in to a Management Controller from a
web browser.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 30
User response: Complete the following steps until the problem is solved: Make sure that the correct login ID and
password are being used. Have the system administrator reset the login ID or password.
40000011-00000000 • 40000013-00000000
40000011-00000000 Security: Login ID: [arg1] had [arg2] login failures from CLI at [arg3]..
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client has failed to log in to a Management Controller from
the Legacy CLI.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 30
40000012-00000000 Remote access attempt failed. Invalid userid or password received. Userid is [arg1] from WEB
browser at IP address [arg2].
web browser.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 30
User response: Make sure that the correct login ID and password are being used.
40000013-00000000 Remote access attempt failed. Invalid userid or password received. Userid is [arg1] from
TELNET client at IP address [arg2].
telnet session.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 30
User response: Make sure that the correct login ID and password are being used.
40000014-00000000 • 40000016-00000000
40000014-00000000 The [arg1] on system [arg2] cleared by user [arg3].

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a Management Controller Event Log on a system is cleared by
a user.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000015-00000000 Management Controller [arg1] reset was initiated by user [arg2].

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a Management Controller reset is initiated by a user.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000016-00000000 ENET[[arg1]] DHCP-HSTN=[arg2], DN=[arg3], IP@=[arg4], SN=[arg5], GW@=[arg6],

DNS1@=[arg7] .
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a Management Controller IP address and configuration has
been assigned by the DHCP server.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000017-00000000 • 40000019-00000000
40000017-00000000 ENET[[arg1]] IP-Cfg:HstName=[arg2], IP@=[arg3] ,NetMsk=[arg4], GW@=[arg5] .

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a Management Controller IP address and configuration has
been assigned statically using client data.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000018-00000000 LAN: Ethernet[[arg1]] interface is no longer active.

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a Management Controller ethernet interface is no longer active.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000019-00000000 LAN: Ethernet[[arg1]] interface is now active.

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a Management Controller ethernet interface is now active.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
4000001a-00000000 • 4000001c-00000000
4000001a-00000000 DHCP setting changed to [arg1] by user [arg2].

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client changes the DHCP setting.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
4000001b-00000000 Management Controller [arg1]: Configuration restored from a file by user [arg2].
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client restores a Management Controller configuration from a
file.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
4000001c-00000000 Watchdog [arg1] Screen Capture Occurred .

Explanation: This message is for the use case where an operating system error has occurred and the screen was
captured.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 22
User response: If there was no operating-system error, complete the following steps until the problem is solved:
Reconfigure the watchdog timer to a higher value. Make sure that the IMM Ethernet-over-USB interface is enabled.
Reinstall the RNDIS or cdc_ether device driver for the operating system. Disable the watchdog. If there was an
operating-system error, check the integrity of the installed operating system.
4000001d-00000000 • 4000001f-00000000
4000001d-00000000 Watchdog [arg1] Failed to Capture Screen.

Explanation: This message is for the use case where an operating system error has occurred and the screen capture
failed.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 22
User response: Complete the following steps until the problem is solved: Reconfigure the watchdog timer to a
higher value. Make sure that the IMM Ethernet over USB interface is enabled.Reinstall the RNDIS or cdc_ether
device driver for the operating system. Disable the watchdog. Check the integrity of the installed operating system.
Update the IMM firmware. Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated code
updates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest level of code is supported for the cluster
solution before you update the code.
4000001e-00000000 Running the backup Management Controller [arg1] main application.

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a Management Controller has resorted to running the backup
main application.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 22
User response: Update the IMM firmware. Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or
coordinated code updates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest level of code is supported
for the cluster solution before you update the code.
4000001f-00000000 Please ensure that the Management Controller [arg1] is flashed with the correct firmware. The
Management Controller is unable to match its firmware to the server.
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a Management Controller firmware version does not match the
server.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 22
User response: Update the IMM firmware to a version that the server supports. Important: Some cluster solutions
require specific code levels or coordinated code updates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify that the
latest level of code is supported for the cluster solution before you update the code.
40000020-00000000 • 40000022-00000000
40000020-00000000 Management Controller [arg1] Reset was caused by restoring default values.
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a Management Controller has been reset due to a client
restoring the configuration to default values.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000021-00000000 Management Controller [arg1] clock has been set from NTP server [arg2].
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a Management Controller clock has been set from the Network
Time Protocol server.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000022-00000000 SSL data in the Management Controller [arg1] configuruation data is invalid. Clearing
configuration data region and disabling SSL.
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a Management Controller has detected invalid SSL data in the
configuration data and is clearing the configuration data region and disabling the SSL.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 22
User response: Complete the following steps until the problem is solved: Make sure that the certificate that you are
importing is correct. Try to import the certificate again.
40000023-00000000 • 40000025-00000000
40000023-00000000 Flash of [arg1] from [arg2] succeeded for user [arg3] .

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client has successfully flashed the firmware component (MC
Main Application, MC Boot ROM, BIOS, Diagnostics, System Power Backplane, Remote Expansion Enclosure Power
Backplane, Integrated System Management Processor, or Remote Expansion Enclosure Processor) from the interface
and IP address ( %d.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000024-00000000 Flash of [arg1] from [arg2] failed for user [arg3].

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client has not flashed the firmware component from the
interface and IP address due to a failure.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 22
40000025-00000000 The [arg1] on system [arg2] is 75% full.

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a Management Controller Event Log on a system is 75% full.
Severity: Info
Alert Category: System - Event Log 75% full
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 35
40000026-00000000 • 40000028-00000000
40000026-00000000 The [arg1] on system [arg2] is 100% full.

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a Management Controller Event Log on a system is 100% full.
Severity: Info
Alert Category: System - Event Log 75% full
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 35
User response: To avoid losing older log entries, save the log as a text file and clear the log.
40000027-00000000 Platform Watchdog Timer expired for [arg1].

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Platform Watchdog Timer
Expired
Severity: Error
Alert Category: System - OS Timeout
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 21
User response: Complete the following steps until the problem is solved: Reconfigure the watchdog timer to a
higher value. Make sure that the IMM Ethernet-over-USB interface is enabled. Reinstall the RNDIS or cdc_ether
device driver for the operating system. Disable the watchdog. Check the integrity of the installed operating system.
40000028-00000000 Management Controller Test Alert Generated by [arg1].

Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client has generated a Test Alert.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 22
40000029-00000000 • 4000002b-00000000
40000029-00000000 Security: Userid: [arg1] had [arg2] login failures from an SSH client at IP address [arg3].
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client has failed to log in to a Management Controller from
SSH.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 30
4000002a-00000000 [arg1] firmware mismatch internal to system [arg2]. Please attempt to flash the [arg3]
firmware.
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a specific type of firmware mismatch has been detected.
Severity: Error
Alert Category: System - Other
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 22
User response: Reflash the IMM firmware to the latest version.
4000002b-00000000 Domain name set to [arg1].

Explanation: Domain name set by user
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
4000002c-00000000 • 4000002e-00000000
4000002c-00000000 Domain Source changed to [arg1] by user [arg2].

Explanation: Domain source changed by user
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
4000002d-00000000 DDNS setting changed to [arg1] by user [arg2].

Explanation: DDNS setting changed by user
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
4000002e-00000000 DDNS registration successful. The domain name is [arg1].

Explanation: DDNS registation and values
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
4000002f-00000000 • 40000031-00000000
4000002f-00000000 IPv6 enabled by user [arg1] .

Explanation: IPv6 protocol is enabled by user
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000030-00000000 IPv6 disabled by user [arg1] .

Explanation: IPv6 protocol is disabled by user
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000031-00000000 IPv6 static IP configuration enabled by user [arg1].

Explanation: IPv6 static address assignment method is enabled by user
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000032-00000000 • 40000034-00000000
40000032-00000000 IPv6 DHCP enabled by user [arg1].

Explanation: IPv6 DHCP assignment method is enabled by user
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000033-00000000 IPv6 stateless auto-configuration enabled by user [arg1].

Explanation: IPv6 statless auto-assignment method is enabled by user
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000034-00000000 IPv6 static IP configuration disabled by user [arg1].

Explanation: IPv6 static assignment method is disabled by user
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000035-00000000 • 40000037-00000000
40000035-00000000 IPv6 DHCP disabled by user [arg1].

Explanation: IPv6 DHCP assignment method is disabled by user
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000036-00000000 IPv6 stateless auto-configuration disabled by user [arg1].

Explanation: IPv6 statless auto-assignment method is disabled by user
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000037-00000000 ENET[[arg1]] IPv6-LinkLocal:HstName=[arg2], IP@=[arg3] ,Pref=[arg4] .

Explanation: IPv6 Link Local address is active
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000038-00000000 • 4000003a-00000000
40000038-00000000 ENET[[arg1]] IPv6-Static:HstName=[arg2], IP@=[arg3] ,Pref=[arg4], GW@=[arg5] .

Explanation: IPv6 Static address is active
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
40000039-00000000 ENET[[arg1]] DHCPv6-HSTN=[arg2], DN=[arg3], IP@=[arg4], Pref=[arg5].

Explanation: IPv6 DHCP-assigned address is active
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
4000003a-00000000 IPv6 static address of network interface modified from [arg1] to [arg2] by user [arg3].
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a client modifies the IPv6 static address of a Management
Controller
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
4000003b-00000000 • 80010202-0701xxxx
4000003b-00000000
Explanation: This message is for the use case where a DHCP6 server fails to assign an IP address to a Management
Controller.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
User response: Complete the following steps until the problem is solved: Make sure that the IMM network cable is
connected. Make sure that there is a DHCPv6 server on the network that can assign an IP address to the IMM.
80010002-2801xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going low (lower non-critical) has asserted.
(CMOS Battery)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Lower Non-critical sensor
going low has asserted.
May also be shown as 800100022801xxxx or 0x800100022801xxxx
Severity: Warning
Alert Category: Warning - Voltage
Serviceable: Yes
CIM Information: Prefix: PLAT and ID: 0476
SNMP Trap ID: 13
User response: Replace the system battery.
80010202-0701xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going low (lower critical) has asserted. (Planar
12V)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Lower Critical sensor going
low has asserted.
Severity: Error
Alert Category: Critical - Voltage
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 1
Automatically notify Support: Yes
User response: 1. Check power supply n LED. 2. Remove the failing power supply. 3. Follow actions for OVER
SPEC LED in Light path diagnostics LEDs. 4. (Trained technician only) Replace the system board. (n = power supply
number) Planar 3.3V : Planar 5V :
80010202-2801xxxx • 80010204-1d02xxxx
80010202-2801xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going low (lower critical) has asserted.
(CMOS Battery)
low has asserted.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 1
User response: 1. Check power supply n LED. 2. Remove the failing power supply. 3. Follow actions for OVER
SPEC LED in Light path diagnostics LEDs. 4. (Trained technician only) Replace the system board. (n = power supply
number)
80010204-1d01xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going low (lower critical) has asserted. (Fan
1A Tach)
low has asserted.
May also be shown as 800102041d01xxxx or 0x800102041d01xxxx
Severity: Error
Alert Category: Critical - Fan Failure
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 11
User response: 1. Reseat the failing fan n, which is indicated by a lit LED near the fan connector on the system
board. 2. Replace the failing fan. (n = fan number) Fan 1B Tach :
2A Tach)
low has asserted.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 11
80010204-1d03xxxx • 80010901-0c01xxxx
3A Tach)
low has asserted.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 11
80010701-0c01xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going high (upper non-critical) has asserted.
(Ambient Temp)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected an Upper Non-critical sensor
going high has asserted.
May also be shown as 800107010c01xxxx or 0x800107010c01xxxx
Severity: Warning
Alert Category: Warning - Temperature
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 12
User response: 1. Reduce the temperature. 2. Check the server airflow. Make sure that nothing is blocking the air
from coming into or preventing the air from exiting the server.
80010901-0c01xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going high (upper critical) has asserted.
(Ambient Temp)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected an Upper Critical sensor going
high has asserted.
Severity: Error
Alert Category: Critical - Temperature
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
User response: 1. Reduce the ambient temperature. 2. Check the server airflow. Make sure that nothing is blocking
the air from coming into or preventing the air from exiting the server.
80010902-0701xxxx • 80030012-2301xxxx
80010902-0701xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going high (upper critical) has asserted.
(Planar 12V)
high has asserted.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 1
User response: 1. Check power supply n LED. 2. Remove the failing power supply. 3. (Trained technician only)
Replace the system board. (n = power supply number) Planar 3.3V : Planar 5V :
80010b01-0c01xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going high (upper non-recoverable) has

asserted. (Ambient Temp)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected an Upper Non-recoverable
sensor going high has asserted.
May also be shown as 80010b010c01xxxx or 0x80010b010c01xxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
User response: Check the server airflow. Make sure that nothing is blocking the air from coming into or preventing
the air from exiting the server.
80030012-2301xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has deasserted. (OS RealTime Mod)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Sensor has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
User response: No action; information only.
80070201-0301xxxx • 80070201-0302xxxx
80070201-0301xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (CPU 1
OverTemp)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Sensor transitioned to critical
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
User response: 1. Make sure that the fans are operating, that there are no obstructions to the airflow (front and rear
of the server), that the air baffles are in place and correctly installed, and that the server cover is installed and
completely closed. 2. Check the ambient temperature. You must be operating within the specifications (see Features
and specifications for more information). 3. Make sure that the heat sink for microprocessor n is installed correctly. 4.
(Trained technician only) Replace microprocessor n. (n = microprocessor number)
80070201-0302xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (CPU 2
OverTemp)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070201-2001xxxx • 80070201-2002xxxx
80070201-2001xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (DIMM 1
Temp)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
Temp)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070201-2003xxxx • 80070201-2004xxxx
Temp)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
Temp)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070201-2005xxxx • 80070201-2006xxxx
Temp)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
Temp)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070201-2007xxxx • 80070201-2008xxxx
Temp)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
Temp)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070201-2009xxxx • 80070201-200axxxx
Temp)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070201-200axxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (DIMM 10
Temp)
from less severe.
May also be shown as 80070201200axxxx or 0x80070201200axxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070201-200bxxxx • 80070201-200cxxxx
80070201-200bxxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (DIMM 11
Temp)
from less severe.
May also be shown as 80070201200bxxxx or 0x80070201200bxxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070201-200cxxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (DIMM 12
Temp)
from less severe.
May also be shown as 80070201200cxxxx or 0x80070201200cxxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070201-200dxxxx • 80070201-200exxxx
80070201-200dxxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (DIMM 13
Temp)
from less severe.
May also be shown as 80070201200dxxxx or 0x80070201200dxxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070201-200exxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (DIMM 14
Temp)
from less severe.
May also be shown as 80070201200exxxx or 0x80070201200exxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070201-200fxxxx • 80070201-2010xxxx
80070201-200fxxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (DIMM 15
Temp)
from less severe.
May also be shown as 80070201200fxxxx or 0x80070201200fxxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
Temp)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070201-2011xxxx • 80070201-2012xxxx
Temp)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
Temp)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070201-2d01xxxx • 80070202-0701xxxx
80070201-2d01xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (IOH Temp
Status)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070202-0701xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (Planar
Fault)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 1
User response: 1. Check the system-event log. 2. Check for an error LED on the system board. 3. Replace any failing
device. 4. Check for a server firmware update. Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or
for the cluster solution before you update the code. 5. (Trained technician only) Replace the system board.
80070204-0a01xxxx • 80070208-0a01xxxx
80070204-0a01xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (PS 1 Fan
Fault)
from less severe.
May also be shown as 800702040a01xxxx or 0x800702040a01xxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 11
User response: 1. Make sure that there are no obstructions, such as bundled cables, to the airflow from the
power-supply fan. 2. Replace power supply n. (n = power supply number)
80070204-0a02xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (PS 2 Fan
Fault)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 11
power-supply fan. 2. Replace power supply n. (n = power supply number)
80070208-0a01xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (PS 1 OP
Fault)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Alert Category: Critical - Power
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 4
power-supply fan. 2. Use the IBM Power Configurator utility to determine current system power consumption. For
more information and to download the utility, go to http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/bladecenter/resources/
powerconfig.html. 3. Replace power supply n. (n = power supply number) PS 1 Therm Fault :
80070208-0a02xxxx • 8007020f-2582xxxx
80070208-0a02xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (PS 2 OP
Fault)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 4
power-supply fan. 2. Use the IBM Power Configurator utility to determine current system power consumption. For
more information and to download the utility, go to http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/bladecenter/resources/
powerconfig.html. 3. Replace power supply n. (n = power supply number) PS 2 Therm Fault :
8007020f-2582xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (No I/O
Resources)
from less severe.
May also be shown as 8007020f2582xxxx or 0x8007020f2582xxxx
Severity: Error
Alert Category: Critical - Other
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
User response: Complete the following steps for PCI I/O resource error issue resolution: 1. Understand the I/O
resource requirements in a basic system. 2. Identify the I/O resource requirements for desired add-in adapters. For
examples, PCI-X or PCIe adapters. 3. Disable on-board devices that you can do without and that request I/O. 4. In F1
setup, select the System Settings then Device and I/O Ports menu. 5. Remove adapters or disable slots until the I/O
resource is less than 64 KB.
80070219-0701xxxx • 80070301-0301xxxx
80070219-0701xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to critical from a less severe state. (Sys Board
Fault)
from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
User response: 1. Check the system-event log. 2. Check for an error LED on the system board. 3. Replace any failing
device. 4. Check for a server firmware update. Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or
80070301-0301xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to non-recoverable from a less severe state.
(CPU 1 OverTemp)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Sensor transitioned to
non-recoverable from less severe.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
and specifications for more information). 3. Make sure that the heat sink for microprocessor n. 4. (Trained technician
only) Replace microprocessor n. (n = microprocessor number)
80070301-0302xxxx • 80070301-2d01xxxx
80070301-0302xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to non-recoverable from a less severe state.
(CPU 2 OverTemp)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070301-2d01xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to non-recoverable from a less severe state.
(IOH Temp Status)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
80070603-0701xxxx • 80070608-0a01xxxx
80070603-0701xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to non-recoverable. (Pwr Rail A Fault)

non-recoverable.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 4
User response: 1. See Power problems for more information. 2. Turn off the server and disconnect it from power. 3.
(Trained technician only) Replace the system board. 4. (Trained technician only) Replace the failing microprocessor.
Pwr Rail B Fault : Pwr Rail C Fault : Pwr Rail D Fault : Pwr Rail E Fault :
80070608-0701xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to non-recoverable. (VT Fault)

non-recoverable.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 4
User response: 1. Check power supply n LED. 2. Replace power supply n. (n = power supply number)
80070608-0a01xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to non-recoverable. (PS 1 VCO Fault)

non-recoverable.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 4
User response: 1. Check power supply n LED. 2. Replace power supply n. (n = power supply number) PS1 12V OC
Fault : PS1 12V OV Fault : PS1 12V UV Fault :
80070608-0a02xxxx • 800b0108-1381xxxx
80070608-0a02xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to non-recoverable. (PS 2 VCO Fault)

non-recoverable.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 4
User response: 1. Check power supply n LED. 2. Replace power supply n. (n = power supply number) PS2 12V OC
Fault : PS2 12V OV Fault : PS2 12V UV Fault :
800b0008-1381xxxx Redundancy [RedundancySetElementName] has been restored. (Power Unit)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected Redundancy was Restored.
May also be shown as 800b00081381xxxx or 0x800b00081381xxxx
Severity: Info
Alert Category: Warning - Redundant Power Supply
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 10
800b0108-1381xxxx Redundancy Lost for [RedundancySetElementName] has asserted. (Power Unit)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when Redundancy Lost has asserted.
May also be shown as 800b01081381xxxx or 0x800b01081381xxxx
Severity: Error
Alert Category: Critical - Redundant Power Supply
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 9
User response: 1. Check the LEDs for both power supplies. 2. Follow the actions in Power-supply LEDs.
800b010a-1e81xxxx • 800b010a-1e83xxxx
800b010a-1e81xxxx Redundancy Lost for [RedundancySetElementName] has asserted. (Cooling Zone 1)

May also be shown as 800b010a1e81xxxx or 0x800b010a1e81xxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 11
User response: 1. Make sure that the connectors on fan n are not damaged. 2. Make sure that the fan n connectors
on the system board are not damaged. 3. Make sure that the fans are correctly installed. 4. Reseat the fans. 5. Replace
the fans. (n = fan number)

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 11

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 11
800b010c-2581xxxx • 800b050a-1e81xxxx
800b010c-2581xxxx Redundancy Lost for [RedundancySetElementName] has asserted. (Backup Memory)

Severity: Error
Alert Category: Critical - Memory
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
User response: 1. Check the system-event log for DIMM failure events (uncorrectable or PFA) and correct the
failures. 2. Re-enable mirroring in the Setup utility.
800b030c-2581xxxx Non-redundant:Sufficient Resources from Redundancy Degraded or Fully Redundant for

[RedundancySetElementName] has asserted. (Backup Memory)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when a Redundancy Set has transitioned from Redundancy Degraded
or Fully Redundant to Non-redundant:Sufficient.
Severity: Warning
Alert Category: Warning - Memory
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43
800b050a-1e81xxxx Non-redundant:Insufficient Resources for [RedundancySetElementName] has asserted.

(Cooling Zone 1)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when a Redundancy Set has transitioned to Non-
redundant:Insufficient Resources.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 11
800b050a-1e82xxxx • 800b050c-2581xxxx

(Cooling Zone 2)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 11

(Cooling Zone 3)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 11
800b050c-2581xxxx Non-redundant:Insufficient Resources for [RedundancySetElementName] has asserted.

(Backup Memory)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f0007-0301xxxx • 806f0007-0302xxxx
806f0007-0301xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has Failed with IERR. (CPU 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor Failed - IERR
Condition.
Severity: Error
Alert Category: Critical - CPU
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 40
User response: 1. Make sure that the latest levels of firmware and device drivers are installed for all adapters and
standard devices, such as Ethernet, SCSI, and SAS. Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or
for the cluster solution before you update the code. 2. Update the firmware (UEFI and IMM) to the latest level
(Updating the firmware). 3. Run the DSA program. 4. Reseat the adapter. 5. Replace the adapter. 6. (Trained
technician only) Replace microprocessor n. 7. (Trained technician only) Replace the system board. (n = microprocessor
number)
806f0007-0302xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has Failed with IERR. (CPU 2)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor Failed - IERR
Condition.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 40
number)
806f0008-0a01xxxx • 806f0009-1381xxxx
806f0008-0a01xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has been added to container [PhysicalPackageElementName].

(Power Supply 1)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Power Supply has been
added.
May also be shown as 806f00080a01xxxx or 0x806f00080a01xxxx
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f0008-0a02xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has been added to container [PhysicalPackageElementName].

(Power Supply 2)
added.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f0009-1381xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has been turned off. (Host Power)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Power Unit that has been
Disabled.
Severity: Info
Alert Category: System - Power Off
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 23
806f000d-0400xxxx • 806f000d-0402xxxx
806f000d-0400xxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been added. (Drive 0)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Drive has been Added.
May also be shown as 806f000d0400xxxx or 0x806f000d0400xxxx
Severity: Info
Alert Category: Critical - Hard Disk drive
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f000d-0403xxxx • 806f000d-0405xxxx

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f000d-0406xxxx • 806f000d-0408xxxx

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f000d-0409xxxx • 806f000d-040bxxxx

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f000d-040axxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been added. (Drive 10)

May also be shown as 806f000d040axxxx or 0x806f000d040axxxx
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f000d-040bxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been added. (Drive 11)

May also be shown as 806f000d040bxxxx or 0x806f000d040bxxxx
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f000d-040cxxxx • 806f000d-040exxxx
806f000d-040cxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been added. (Drive 12)

May also be shown as 806f000d040cxxxx or 0x806f000d040cxxxx
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f000d-040dxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been added. (Drive 13)

May also be shown as 806f000d040dxxxx or 0x806f000d040dxxxx
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f000d-040exxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been added. (Drive 14)

May also be shown as 806f000d040exxxx or 0x806f000d040exxxx
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f000d-040fxxxx • 806f000f-220102xx
806f000d-040fxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been added. (Drive 15)

May also be shown as 806f000d040fxxxx or 0x806f000d040fxxxx
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f000f-220101xx The System [ComputerSystemElementName] has detected no memory in the system. (ABR
Status)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that memory was detected in
the system.
May also be shown as 806f000f220101xx or 0x806f000f220101xx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
User response: 1. Make sure the server meets the minimum configuration to start (see Power-supply LEDs). 2.
Recover the server firmware from the backup page: a. Restart the server. b. At the prompt, press F3 to recover the
firmware. 3. Update the server firmware on the primary page. Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code
levels or coordinated code updates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest level of code is
supported for the cluster solution before you update the code. 4. Remove components one at a time, restarting the
server each time, to see if the problem goes away. 5. If the problem remains, (Trained technician only) replace the
system board. Firmware Error :
806f000f-220102xx Subsystem [MemoryElementName] has insufficient memory for operation. (ABR Status)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that the usable Memory is
insufficient for operation.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
Update the server firmware on the primary page. Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or
for the cluster solution before you update the code. 3. (Trained technician only) Replace the system board. Firmware
Error :
806f000f-220103xx • 806f000f-220107xx
806f000f-220103xx The System [ComputerSystemElementName] encountered firmware error - unrecoverable boot

device failure. (ABR Status)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that System Firmware Error
Unrecoverable boot device failure has occurred.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
User response: This is a UEFI detected event. The UEFI diagnostic code for this event can be found in the logged
IMM message text. Please refer to the UEFI diagnostic code in the "UEFI diagnostic code" section of the Info Center
for the appropriate user response. Firmware Error :
806f000f-220104xx The System [ComputerSystemElementName]has encountered a motherboard failure. (ABR

Status)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that a fatal motherboard failure
in the system.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
806f000f-220107xx The System [ComputerSystemElementName] encountered firmware error - unrecoverable

keyboard failure. (ABR Status)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that System Firmware Error
Unrecoverable Keyboard failure has occurred.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
806f000f-22010axx • 806f000f-22010bxx
806f000f-22010axx The System [ComputerSystemElementName] encountered firmware error - no video device

detected. (ABR Status)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that System Firmware Error No
video device detected has occurred.
May also be shown as 806f000f22010axx or 0x806f000f22010axx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
806f000f-22010bxx Firmware BIOS (ROM) corruption was detected on system [ComputerSystemElementName]

during POST. (ABR Status)
Explanation: Firmware BIOS (ROM) corruption was detected on the system during POST.
May also be shown as 806f000f22010bxx or 0x806f000f22010bxx
Severity: Info
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 40
Recover the server firmware from the backup page: a. Restart the server. b. At the prompt, press F3 to recover the
firmware. 3. Update the server firmware to the latest level (see Updating the firmware). Important: Some cluster
solutions require specific code levels or coordinated code updates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify
that the latest level of code is supported for the cluster solution before you update the code. 4. Remove components
one at a time, restarting the server each time, to see if the problem goes away. 5. If the problem remains, (trained
service technician) replace the system board. Firmware Error :
806f000f-22010cxx • 806f0013-1701xxxx
806f000f-22010cxx CPU voltage mismatch detected on [ProcessorElementName]. (ABR Status)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a CPU voltage mismatch with
the socket voltage.
May also be shown as 806f000f22010cxx or 0x806f000f22010cxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 40
806f000f-2201ffff The System [ComputerSystemElementName] encountered a POST Error. (ABR Status)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Post Error.
May also be shown as 806f000f2201ffff or 0x806f000f2201ffff
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
806f0013-1701xxxx A diagnostic interrupt has occurred on system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (NMI State)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Front Panel NMI / Diagnostic
Interrupt.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
User response: If the NMI button has not been pressed, complete the following steps: 1. Make sure that the NMI
button is not pressed. 2. Replace the operator information panel cable. 3. Replace the operator information panel.
806f0021-2201xxxx • 806f0021-3001xxxx
806f0021-2201xxxx Fault in slot [PhysicalConnectorSystemElementName] on system

[ComputerSystemElementName]. (No Op ROM Space)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Fault in a slot.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
User response: 1. Check the PCI LED. 2. Reseat the affected adapters and riser card. 3. Update the server firmware
(UEFI and IMM) and adapter firmware. Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated
code updates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest level of code is supported for the cluster
solution before you update the code. 4. Remove both adapters. 5. Replace the riser cards. 6. (Trained service
technicians only) Replace the system board.

[ComputerSystemElementName]. (All PCI Error)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
technicians only) Replace the system board. One of PCI Error :

[ComputerSystemElementName]. (PCI 1)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
806f0023-2101xxxx • 806f0107-0302xxxx
technicians only) Replace the system board. PCI 2 : PCI 3 : PCI 4 : PCI 5 :
806f0023-2101xxxx Watchdog Timer expired for [WatchdogElementName]. (IPMI Watchdog)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Watchdog Timer Expired.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f0107-0301xxxx An Over-Temperature Condition has been detected on [ProcessorElementName]. (CPU 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected an Over-Temperature Condition
Detected for Processor.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
User response: 1. Make sure that the fans are operating. There are no obstructions to the airflow (front and rear of
the server), the air baffles are in place and correctly installed, and the server cover is installed and completely closed.
2. Make sure that the heat sink for microprocessor n is installed correctly. 3. (Trained technician only) Replace
microprocessor n. (n = microprocessor number)
806f0107-0302xxxx An Over-Temperature Condition has been detected on [ProcessorElementName]. (CPU 2)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected an Over-Temperature Condition
Detected for Processor.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 0
User response: 1. Make sure that the fans are operating. There are no obstructions to the airflow (front and rear of
the server), the air baffles are in place and correctly installed, and the server cover is installed and completely closed.
2. Make sure that the heat sink for microprocessor n is installed correctly. 3. (Trained technician only) Replace
microprocessor n. (n = microprocessor number)
806f0108-0a01xxxx • 806f0109-1381xxxx
806f0108-0a01xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has Failed. (Power Supply 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Power Supply has failed.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 4
User response: 1. Reseat power supply n. 2. If the power-on LED is not lit and the power-supply error LED is lit,
replace power supply n. 3. If both the power-on LED and the power-supply error LED are not lit, see Power
problems for more information. (n = power supply number)
806f0108-0a02xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has Failed. (Power Supply 2)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Power Supply has failed.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 4
User response: 1. Reseat power supply n. 2. If the power-on LED is not lit and the power-supply error LED is lit,
replace power supply n. 3. If both the power-on LED and the power-supply error LED are not lit, see Power
problems for more information. (n = power supply number)
806f0109-1381xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has been Power Cycled. (Host Power)

power cycled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f010c-2001xxxx • 806f010c-2002xxxx
806f010c-2001xxxx Uncorrectable error detected for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

[MemoryElementName]. (DIMM 1)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Memory uncorrectable error.
May also be shown as 806f010c2001xxxx or 0x806f010c2001xxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
User response: 1. Check the IBM support website for an applicable retain tip or firmware update that applies to this
memory error. 2. Swap the affected DIMMs (as indicated by the error LEDs on the system board or the event logs) to
a different memory channel or microprocessor. 3. If the problem follows the DIMM, replace the failing DIMM. 4.
(Trained technician only) If the problem occurs on the same DIMM connector, check the DIMM connector. If the
connector contains any foreign material or is damaged, replace the system board. 5. (Trained technician only) Remove
the affected microprocessor and check the microprocessor socket pins for any damaged pins. If a damage is found,
replace the system board. 6. (Trained technician only) Replace the affected microprocessor. 7. Manually re-enable all
affected DIMMs if the server firmware version is older than UEFI v1.10. If the server firmware version is UEFI v1.10
or newer, disconnect and reconnect the server to the power source and restart the server. 8. (Trained Service
technician only) Replace the affected microprocessor.

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f010c-2003xxxx • 806f010c-2004xxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f010c-2005xxxx • 806f010c-2006xxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f010c-2007xxxx • 806f010c-2008xxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f010c-2009xxxx • 806f010c-200axxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f010c-200axxxx Uncorrectable error detected for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

May also be shown as 806f010c200axxxx or 0x806f010c200axxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f010c-200bxxxx • 806f010c-200cxxxx
806f010c-200bxxxx Uncorrectable error detected for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

May also be shown as 806f010c200bxxxx or 0x806f010c200bxxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f010c-200cxxxx Uncorrectable error detected for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

May also be shown as 806f010c200cxxxx or 0x806f010c200cxxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

806f010c-200dxxxx • 806f010c-200exxxx
806f010c-200dxxxx Uncorrectable error detected for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

May also be shown as 806f010c200dxxxx or 0x806f010c200dxxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f010c-200exxxx Uncorrectable error detected for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

May also be shown as 806f010c200exxxx or 0x806f010c200exxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f010c-200fxxxx • 806f010c-2010xxxx
806f010c-200fxxxx Uncorrectable error detected for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

May also be shown as 806f010c200fxxxx or 0x806f010c200fxxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

806f010c-2011xxxx • 806f010c-2012xxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f010c-2581xxxx • 806f010d-0400xxxx

[MemoryElementName]. (All DIMMS)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
technician only) Replace the affected microprocessor. One of the DIMMs :
806f010d-0400xxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been disabled due to a detected fault. (Drive 0)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Drive was Disabled due to
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
User response: 1. Run the hard disk drive diagnostic test on drive n. 2. Reseat the following components: a. Hard
disk drive (wait 1 minute or more before reinstalling the drive) b. Cable from the system board to the backplane 3.
Replace the following components one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time: a. Hard disk
drive b. Cable from the system board to the backplane c. Hard disk drive backplane (n = hard disk drive number)

806f010d-0401xxxx • 806f010d-0403xxxx
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f010d-0404xxxx • 806f010d-0406xxxx
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

806f010d-0407xxxx • 806f010d-0409xxxx
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f010d-040axxxx • 806f010d-040cxxxx
806f010d-040axxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been disabled due to a detected fault. (Drive
10)
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f010d-040bxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been disabled due to a detected fault. (Drive
11)
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f010d-040cxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been disabled due to a detected fault. (Drive
12)
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

806f010d-040dxxxx • 806f010d-040exxxx
806f010d-040dxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been disabled due to a detected fault. (Drive
13)
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f010d-040exxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been disabled due to a detected fault. (Drive
14)
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f010d-040fxxxx • 806f011b-0701xxxx
806f010d-040fxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been disabled due to a detected fault. (Drive 15)
fault.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f010f-2201xxxx The System [ComputerSystemElementName] encountered a firmware hang. (Firmware Error)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a System Firmware Hang.
May also be shown as 806f010f2201xxxx or 0x806f010f2201xxxx
Severity: Error
Alert Category: System - Boot failure
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 25
Update the server firmware on the primary page. Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or
806f011b-0701xxxx The connector [PhysicalConnectorElementName] has encountered a configuration error.

(Video USB)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected an Interconnect Configuration
Error.
May also be shown as 806f011b0701xxxx or 0x806f011b0701xxxx
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
User response: 1. Reseat the power paddle cable on the system board. 2. Replace the power paddle cable. 3.
(Trained technician only) Replace the system board.

806f0123-2101xxxx • 806f0125-0b02xxxx
806f0123-2101xxxx Reboot of system [ComputerSystemElementName] initiated by [WatchdogElementName].

(IPMI Watchdog)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Reboot by a Watchdog
occurred.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f0125-0b01xxxx [ManagedElementName] detected as absent. (SAS Riser)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Managed Element is Absent.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f0125-0b02xxxx [ManagedElementName] detected as absent. (PCI Riser 1)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f0125-0b03xxxx • 806f0125-1d01xxxx
806f0125-0b03xxxx [ManagedElementName] detected as absent. (PCI Riser 2)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f0125-0c01xxxx [ManagedElementName] detected as absent. (Front Panel)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f0125-1d01xxxx [ManagedElementName] detected as absent. (Fan 1)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

806f0125-1d02xxxx • 806f0207-0301xxxx

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f0207-0301xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has Failed with FRB1/BIST condition. (CPU 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor Failed - FRB1/BIST
condition.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 40
number)
806f0207-0302xxxx • 806f020d-0400xxxx
806f0207-0302xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has Failed with FRB1/BIST condition. (CPU 2)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor Failed - FRB1/BIST
condition.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 40
number)
806f020d-0400xxxx Failure Predicted on drive [StorageVolumeElementName] for array

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected an Array Failure is Predicted.
Severity: Warning
Alert Category: System - Predicted Failure
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27
disk drive b. Cable from the system board to the backplane. 3. Replace the following components one at a time, in
the order shown, restarting the server each time: a. Hard disk drive. b. Cable from the system board to the
backplane. c. Hard disk drive backplane. (n = hard disk drive number)

806f020d-0401xxxx • 806f020d-0403xxxx

Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27

Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27

Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27
806f020d-0404xxxx • 806f020d-0406xxxx

Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27

Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27

Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27

806f020d-0407xxxx • 806f020d-0409xxxx

Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27

Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27

Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27
806f020d-040axxxx • 806f020d-040cxxxx
806f020d-040axxxx Failure Predicted on drive [StorageVolumeElementName] for array

Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27
806f020d-040bxxxx Failure Predicted on drive [StorageVolumeElementName] for array

Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27
806f020d-040cxxxx Failure Predicted on drive [StorageVolumeElementName] for array

Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27

806f020d-040dxxxx • 806f020d-040fxxxx
806f020d-040dxxxx Failure Predicted on drive [StorageVolumeElementName] for array

Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27
806f020d-040exxxx Failure Predicted on drive [StorageVolumeElementName] for array

Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27
806f020d-040fxxxx Failure Predicted on drive [StorageVolumeElementName] for array

Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 27
806f0212-2584xxxx • 806f0308-0a01xxxx
806f0212-2584xxxx The System [ComputerSystemElementName] has encountered an unknown system hardware

fault. (CPU Fault Reboot)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected an Unknown System Hardware
Failure.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
completely closed. 2. Make sure that the heat sink for microprocessor n is installed correctly. 3. (Trained technician
806f0223-2101xxxx Powering off system [ComputerSystemElementName] initiated by [WatchdogElementName].

(IPMI Watchdog)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Poweroff by Watchdog has
occurred.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f0308-0a01xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has lost input. (Power Supply 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Power Supply that has input
that has been lost.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
User response: 1. Reconnect the power cords. 2. Check power supply n LED. 3. See Power-supply LEDs for more
information. (n = power supply number)

806f0308-0a02xxxx • 806f030c-2001xxxx
806f0308-0a02xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has lost input. (Power Supply 2)

that has been lost.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
User response: 1. Reconnect the power cords. 2. Check power supply n LED. 3. See Power-supply LEDs for more
information. (n = power supply number)
806f030c-2001xxxx Scrub Failure for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem [MemoryElementName].

(DIMM 1)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Memory Scrub failure.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
User response: Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you must disconnect the server from the power
source; then, wait 10 seconds before restarting the server. 1. Check the IBM support website for an applicable retain
tip or firmware update that applies to this memory error. 2. Make sure that the DIMMs are firmly seated and no
foreign material is found in the DIMM connector. Then, retry with the same DIMM. 3. If the problem is related to a
DIMM, replace the failing DIMM indicated by the error LEDs. 4. If the problem occurs on the same DIMM connector,
swap the affected DIMMs (as indicated by the error LEDs on the system board or the event logs) to a different
memory channel or microprocessor. 5. (Trained technician only) If the problem occurs on the same DIMM connector,
check the DIMM connector. If the connector contains any foreign material or is damaged, replace the system board. 6.
(Trained service technician only) Remove the affected microprocessor and check the microprocessor socket pins for
any damaged pins. If a damage is found, replace the system board. 7. (Trained service technician only) If the problem
is related to microprocessor socket pins, replace the system board.
806f030c-2002xxxx • 806f030c-2003xxxx

(DIMM 2)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

(DIMM 3)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

806f030c-2004xxxx • 806f030c-2005xxxx

(DIMM 4)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

(DIMM 5)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f030c-2006xxxx • 806f030c-2007xxxx

(DIMM 6)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

(DIMM 7)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

806f030c-2008xxxx • 806f030c-2009xxxx

(DIMM 8)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

(DIMM 9)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f030c-200axxxx • 806f030c-200bxxxx
806f030c-200axxxx Scrub Failure for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem [MemoryElementName].

(DIMM 10)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f030c-200bxxxx Scrub Failure for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem [MemoryElementName].

(DIMM 11)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

806f030c-200cxxxx • 806f030c-200dxxxx
806f030c-200cxxxx Scrub Failure for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem [MemoryElementName].

(DIMM 12)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f030c-200dxxxx Scrub Failure for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem [MemoryElementName].

(DIMM 13)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f030c-200exxxx • 806f030c-200fxxxx
806f030c-200exxxx Scrub Failure for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem [MemoryElementName].

(DIMM 14)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f030c-200fxxxx Scrub Failure for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem [MemoryElementName].

(DIMM 15)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

806f030c-2010xxxx • 806f030c-2011xxxx

(DIMM 16)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41

(DIMM 17)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f030c-2012xxxx • 806f030c-2581xxxx

(DIMM 18)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
806f030c-2581xxxx Scrub Failure for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (All

DIMMS)
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
is related to microprocessor socket pins, replace the system board. One of the DIMMs :

806f0313-1701xxxx • 806f040c-2001xxxx
806f0313-1701xxxx A software NMI has occurred on system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (NMI State)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Software NMI.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
User response: 1. Check the device driver. 2. Reinstall the device driver. 3. Update all device drivers to the latest
level. 4. Update the firmware (UEFI and IMM).
806f0323-2101xxxx Power cycle of system [ComputerSystemElementName] initiated by watchdog

[WatchdogElementName]. (IPMI Watchdog)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Power Cycle by Watchdog
occurred.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f040c-2001xxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Disabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (DIMM 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that Memory has been
Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
User response: 1. Make sure the DIMM is installed correctly. 2. If the DIMM was disabled because of a memory
fault (memory uncorrectable error or memory logging limit reached), follow the suggested actions for that error event
and restart the server. 3. Check the IBM support website for an applicable retain tip or firmware update that applies
to this memory event. If no memory fault is recorded in the logs and no DIMM connector error LED is lit, you can
re-enable the DIMM through the Setup utility or the Advanced Settings Utility (ASU).
806f040c-2002xxxx • 806f040c-2004xxxx

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

806f040c-2005xxxx • 806f040c-2006xxxx

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f040c-2007xxxx • 806f040c-2009xxxx

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

806f040c-200axxxx • 806f040c-200bxxxx
806f040c-200axxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Disabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (DIMM 10)

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f040c-200bxxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Disabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (DIMM 11)

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f040c-200cxxxx • 806f040c-200exxxx
806f040c-200cxxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Disabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (DIMM 12)

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f040c-200dxxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Disabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (DIMM 13)

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f040c-200exxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Disabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (DIMM 14)

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

806f040c-200fxxxx • 806f040c-2010xxxx
806f040c-200fxxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Disabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (DIMM 15)

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f040c-2011xxxx • 806f040c-2581xxxx

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f040c-2581xxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Disabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (All

DIMMS)
Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

806f0413-2582xxxx • 806f0507-0301xxxx
re-enable the DIMM through the Setup utility or the Advanced Settings Utility (ASU). One of the DIMMs :
806f0413-2582xxxx A PCI PERR has occurred on system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (PCIs)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a PCI PERR.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
User response: 1. Check the PCI LED. 2. Reseat the affected adapters and riser cards. 3. Update the server firmware
solution before you update the code. 4. Remove both adapters. 5. Replace the PCIe adapters. 6. Replace the riser
cards.
806f0507-0301xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has a Configuration Mismatch. (CPU 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor Configuration
Mismatch has occurred.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 40
User response: 1. Check the CPU LED. See more information about the CPU LED in Light path diagnostics. 2.
Check for a server firmware update. Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated
solution before you update the code. 3. Make sure that the installed microprocessors are compatible with each other.
4. (Trained technician only) Reseat microprocessor n. 5. (Trained technician only) Replace microprocessor n. (n =
microprocessor number)
806f0507-0302xxxx • 806f050c-2001xxxx
806f0507-0302xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has a Configuration Mismatch. (CPU 2)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor Configuration
Mismatch has occurred.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 40
User response: 1. Check the CPU LED. See more information about the CPU LED in Light path diagnostics. 2.
Check for a server firmware update. Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated
solution before you update the code. 3. Make sure that the installed microprocessors are compatible with each other.
4. (Trained technician only) Reseat microprocessor n. 5. (Trained technician only) Replace microprocessor n. (n =
microprocessor number)
806f050c-2001xxxx Memory Logging Limit Reached for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that the Memory Logging Limit
has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43
a different memory channel or microprocessor. 3. If the error still occurs on the same DIMM, replace the affected
DIMM. 4. (Trained technician only) If the problem occurs on the same DIMM connector, check the DIMM connector.
If the connector contains any foreign material or is damaged, replace the system board. 5. (Trained technician only)
Remove the affected microprocessor and check the microprocessor socket pins for any damaged pins. If a damage is
found, replace the system board. 6. (Trained technician only) Replace the affected microprocessor.

806f050c-2002xxxx • 806f050c-2003xxxx

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43
806f050c-2004xxxx • 806f050c-2005xxxx

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43

806f050c-2006xxxx • 806f050c-2007xxxx

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43
806f050c-2008xxxx • 806f050c-2009xxxx

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43

806f050c-200axxxx • 806f050c-200bxxxx
806f050c-200axxxx Memory Logging Limit Reached for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43
806f050c-200bxxxx Memory Logging Limit Reached for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43
806f050c-200cxxxx • 806f050c-200dxxxx
806f050c-200cxxxx Memory Logging Limit Reached for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43
806f050c-200dxxxx Memory Logging Limit Reached for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43

806f050c-200exxxx • 806f050c-200fxxxx
806f050c-200exxxx Memory Logging Limit Reached for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43
806f050c-200fxxxx Memory Logging Limit Reached for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43
806f050c-2010xxxx • 806f050c-2011xxxx

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43

806f050c-2012xxxx • 806f050c-2581xxxx

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43

has been Reached.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 43
found, replace the system board. 6. (Trained technician only) Replace the affected microprocessor. One of the DIMMs
:
806f050d-0400xxxx • 806f050d-0402xxxx
806f050d-0400xxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] is in critical condition. (Drive 0)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that an Array is Critical.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
User response: 1. Make sure that the RAID adapter firmware and hard disk drive firmware is at the latest level. 2.
Make sure that the SAS cable is connected correctly. 3. Replace the SAS cable. 4. Replace the RAID adapter. 5. Replace
the hard disk drive that is indicated by a lit status LED.

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

806f050d-0403xxxx • 806f050d-0405xxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f050d-0406xxxx • 806f050d-0408xxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

806f050d-0409xxxx • 806f050d-040bxxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f050d-040axxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] is in critical condition. (Drive 10)

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f050d-040bxxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] is in critical condition. (Drive 11)

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f050d-040cxxxx • 806f050d-040exxxx
806f050d-040cxxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] is in critical condition. (Drive 12)

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f050d-040dxxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] is in critical condition. (Drive 13)

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f050d-040exxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] is in critical condition. (Drive 14)

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

806f050d-040fxxxx • 806f052b-2101xxxx
806f050d-040fxxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] is in critical condition. (Drive 15)

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f0513-2582xxxx A PCI SERR has occurred on system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (PCIs)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a PCI SERR.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
solution before you update the code. 4. Make sure that the adapter is supported. For a list of supported optional
devices, see http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/. 5. Remove both adapters. 6.
Replace the PCIe adapters. 7. Replace the riser cards.
806f052b-2101xxxx Invalid or Unsupported firmware or software was detected on system

[ComputerSystemElementName]. (IMM FW Failover)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected an Invalid/Unsupported
Firmware/Software Version.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
Recover the server firmware from the backup page by restarting the server. 3. Update the server firmware to the
latest level (see Updating the firmware). Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated
solution before you update the code. 4. Remove components one at a time, restarting the server each time, to see if
806f0607-0301xxxx • 806f0608-0a01xxxx
the problem goes away. 5. If the problem remains, (trained service technician) replace the system board.
806f0607-0301xxxx An SM BIOS Uncorrectable CPU complex error for [ProcessorElementName] has asserted.
(CPU 1)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an SM BIOS Uncorrectable CPU complex error has asserted.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 40
User response: 1. Make sure that the installed microprocessors are compatible with each other (see Installing a
microprocessor and heat sink for information about microprocessor requirements). 2. Update the server firmware to
the latest level (see Updating the firmware). 3. (Trained technician only) Replace the incompatible microprocessor.
806f0607-0302xxxx An SM BIOS Uncorrectable CPU complex error for [ProcessorElementName] has asserted.
(CPU 2)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an SM BIOS Uncorrectable CPU complex error has asserted.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 40
User response: 1. Make sure that the installed microprocessors are compatible with each other (see Installing a
microprocessor and heat sink for information about microprocessor requirements). 2. Update the server firmware to
the latest level (see Updating the firmware). 3. (Trained technician only) Replace the incompatible microprocessor.
806f0608-0a01xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has a Configuration Mismatch. (Power Supply 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Power Supply with a
Configuration Error.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 4
User response: 1. Make sure that the power supplies installed are with the same rating or wattage. 2. Reinstall the
power supplies with the same rating or wattage.

806f0608-0a02xxxx • 806f060d-0401xxxx
806f0608-0a02xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has a Configuration Mismatch. (Power Supply 2)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Power Supply with a
Configuration Error.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 4
User response: 1. Make sure that the power supplies installed are with the same rating or wattage. 2. Reinstall the
power supplies with the same rating or wattage.
806f060d-0400xxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has failed. (Drive 0)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that an Array Failed.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f060d-0402xxxx • 806f060d-0404xxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

806f060d-0405xxxx • 806f060d-0407xxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f060d-0408xxxx • 806f060d-040axxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f060d-040axxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has failed. (Drive 10)

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

806f060d-040bxxxx • 806f060d-040dxxxx
806f060d-040bxxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has failed. (Drive 11)

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f060d-040cxxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has failed. (Drive 12)

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f060d-040dxxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has failed. (Drive 13)

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f060d-040exxxx • 806f070c-2001xxxx
806f060d-040exxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has failed. (Drive 14)

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f060d-040fxxxx Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has failed. (Drive 15)

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
806f070c-2001xxxx Configuration Error for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Memory DIMM configuration
error has been corrected.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
User response: Make sure that DIMMs are installed in the correct sequence and have the same size, type, speed,
and technology.

806f070c-2002xxxx • 806f070c-2004xxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.
806f070c-2005xxxx • 806f070c-2007xxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.

806f070c-2008xxxx • 806f070c-200axxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.
806f070c-200axxxx Configuration Error for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.
806f070c-200bxxxx • 806f070c-200dxxxx
806f070c-200bxxxx Configuration Error for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.
806f070c-200cxxxx Configuration Error for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.
806f070c-200dxxxx Configuration Error for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.

806f070c-200exxxx • 806f070c-2010xxxx
806f070c-200exxxx Configuration Error for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.
806f070c-200fxxxx Configuration Error for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.
806f070c-2011xxxx • 806f070c-2581xxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology.

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 41
and technology. One of the DIMMs :

806f070d-0400xxxx • 806f070d-0402xxxx
806f070d-0400xxxx Rebuild in progress for Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (Drive 0)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that an Array Rebuild is in
Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f070d-0403xxxx • 806f070d-0405xxxx

Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

806f070d-0406xxxx • 806f070d-0408xxxx

Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f070d-0409xxxx • 806f070d-040bxxxx

Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f070d-040axxxx Rebuild in progress for Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (Drive 10)

Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f070d-040bxxxx Rebuild in progress for Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (Drive 11)

Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

806f070d-040cxxxx • 806f070d-040exxxx
806f070d-040cxxxx Rebuild in progress for Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (Drive 12)

Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f070d-040dxxxx Rebuild in progress for Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (Drive 13)

Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f070d-040exxxx Rebuild in progress for Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (Drive 14)

Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f070d-040fxxxx • 806f0807-0302xxxx
806f070d-040fxxxx Rebuild in progress for Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (Drive 15)

Progress.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f0807-0301xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has been Disabled. (CPU 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor has been Disabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f0807-0302xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has been Disabled. (CPU 2)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

806f0807-2584xxxx • 806f0813-2582xxxx
806f0807-2584xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has been Disabled. (All CPUs)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
User response: No action; information only. One of The CPUs :
806f0813-2581xxxx A Uncorrectable Bus Error has occurred on system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (DIMMs)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Bus Uncorrectable Error.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
User response: 1. Check the system-event log. 2. (Trained technician only) Remove the failing microprocessor from
the system board (see Removing a microprocessor and heat sink). 3. Check for a server firmware update. Important:
Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated code updates. If the device is part of a cluster
solution, verify that the latest level of code is supported for the cluster solution before you update the code. 4. Make
sure that the two microprocessors are matching. 5. (Trained technician only) Replace the system board.
806f0813-2582xxxx A Uncorrectable Bus Error has occurred on system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (PCIs)

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
806f0813-2584xxxx • 806f0a07-0301xxxx
806f0813-2584xxxx A Uncorrectable Bus Error has occurred on system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (CPUs)

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 50
806f0823-2101xxxx Watchdog Timer interrupt occurred for [WatchdogElementName]. (IPMI Watchdog)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Watchdog Timer interrupt
occurred.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
806f0a07-0301xxxx [ProcessorElementName] is operating in a Degraded State. (CPU 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor is running in the
Degraded state.
Severity: Warning
Alert Category: Warning - CPU
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 42
completely closed. 2. Check the ambient temperature. You must be operating within the specifications. 3. Make sure
that the heat sink for microprocessor n is installed correctly. 4. (Trained technician only) Replace microprocessor n. (n
= microprocessor number)

806f0a07-0302xxxx • 81010202-0701xxxx
806f0a07-0302xxxx [ProcessorElementName] is operating in a Degraded State. (CPU 2)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor is running in the
Degraded state.
Severity: Warning
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 42
completely closed. 2. Check the ambient temperature. You must be operating within the specifications. 3. Make sure
that the heat sink for microprocessor n is installed correctly. 4. (Trained technician only) Replace microprocessor n. (n
= microprocessor number)
81010002-2801xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going low (lower non-critical) has deasserted.
(CMOS Battery)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Lower Non-critical sensor
going low has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Alert Category: Warning - Voltage
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 13
81010202-0701xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going low (lower critical) has deasserted.
(Planar 12V)
low has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 1
User response: No action; information only. Planar 3.3V : Planar 5V :
81010202-2801xxxx • 81010204-1d02xxxx
81010202-2801xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going low (lower critical) has deasserted.
(CMOS Battery)
low has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 1
81010204-1d01xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going low (lower critical) has deasserted. (Fan
1A Tach)
low has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 11
User response: No action; information only. Fan 1B Tach :
2A Tach)
low has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 11

81010204-1d03xxxx • 81010901-0c01xxxx
3A Tach)
low has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 11
81010701-0c01xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going high (upper non-critical) has deasserted.
(Ambient Temp)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected an Upper Non-critical sensor
going high has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Alert Category: Warning - Temperature
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 12
81010901-0c01xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going high (upper critical) has deasserted.
(Ambient Temp)
high has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
81010902-0701xxxx • 81030012-2301xxxx
81010902-0701xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going high (upper critical) has deasserted.
(Planar 12V)
high has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 1
User response: No action; information only. Planar 3.3V : Planar 5V :
81010b01-0c01xxxx Numeric sensor [NumericSensorElementName] going high (upper non-recoverable) has

deasserted. (Ambient Temp)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected an Upper Non-recoverable
sensor going high has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
81030012-2301xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has asserted. (OS RealTime Mod)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Sensor has asserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

81070201-0301xxxx • 81070201-2001xxxx
81070201-0301xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (CPU 1
OverTemp)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Sensor transition to less
severe from critical.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
81070201-0302xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (CPU 2
OverTemp)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
81070201-2001xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (DIMM 1
Temp)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
81070201-2002xxxx • 81070201-2004xxxx
Temp)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
Temp)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
Temp)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0

81070201-2005xxxx • 81070201-2007xxxx
Temp)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
Temp)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
Temp)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
81070201-2008xxxx • 81070201-200axxxx
Temp)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
Temp)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
81070201-200axxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (DIMM 10
Temp)
May also be shown as 81070201200axxxx or 0x81070201200axxxx
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0

81070201-200bxxxx • 81070201-200dxxxx
81070201-200bxxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (DIMM 11
Temp)
May also be shown as 81070201200bxxxx or 0x81070201200bxxxx
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
81070201-200cxxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (DIMM 12
Temp)
May also be shown as 81070201200cxxxx or 0x81070201200cxxxx
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
81070201-200dxxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (DIMM 13
Temp)
May also be shown as 81070201200dxxxx or 0x81070201200dxxxx
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
81070201-200exxxx • 81070201-2010xxxx
81070201-200exxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (DIMM 14
Temp)
May also be shown as 81070201200exxxx or 0x81070201200exxxx
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
81070201-200fxxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (DIMM 15
Temp)
May also be shown as 81070201200fxxxx or 0x81070201200fxxxx
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
Temp)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0

81070201-2011xxxx • 81070201-2d01xxxx
Temp)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
Temp)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
81070201-2d01xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (IOH Temp
Status)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
81070202-0701xxxx • 81070204-0a02xxxx
81070202-0701xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (Planar
Fault)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 1
81070204-0a01xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (PS 1 Fan
Fault)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 11
81070204-0a02xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (PS 2 Fan
Fault)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 11

81070208-0a01xxxx • 8107020f-2582xxxx
81070208-0a01xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (PS 1 OP
Fault)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 4
User response: No action; information only. PS 1 Therm Fault :
81070208-0a02xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (PS 2 OP
Fault)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 4
User response: No action; information only. PS 2 Therm Fault :
8107020f-2582xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (No I/O
Resources)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 50
81070219-0701xxxx • 81070301-0302xxxx
81070219-0701xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has transitioned to a less severe state from critical. (Sys Board
Fault)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 50
81070301-0301xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has deasserted the transition to non-recoverable from a less
severe state. (CPU 1 OverTemp)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that the Sensor transition to
non-recoverable from less severe has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
81070301-0302xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has deasserted the transition to non-recoverable from a less
severe state. (CPU 2 OverTemp)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0

81070301-2d01xxxx • 81070608-0701xxxx
81070301-2d01xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has deasserted the transition to non-recoverable from a less
severe state. (IOH Temp Status)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
81070603-0701xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has deasserted the transition to non-recoverable. (Pwr Rail A
Fault)
non-recoverable has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 4
User response: No action; information only. Pwr Rail B Fault : Pwr Rail C Fault : Pwr Rail D Fault : Pwr Rail E
Fault :
81070608-0701xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has deasserted the transition to non-recoverable. (VT Fault)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 4
81070608-0a01xxxx • 810b010a-1e81xxxx
81070608-0a01xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has deasserted the transition to non-recoverable. (PS 1 VCO
Fault)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 4
User response: No action; information only. PS1 12V OC Fault : PS1 12V OV Fault : PS1 12V UV Fault :
81070608-0a02xxxx Sensor [SensorElementName] has deasserted the transition to non-recoverable. (PS 2 VCO
Fault)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 4
User response: No action; information only. PS2 12V OC Fault : PS2 12V OV Fault : PS2 12V UV Fault :
810b010a-1e81xxxx Redundancy Lost for [RedundancySetElementName] has deasserted. (Cooling Zone 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when Redundacy Lost has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 11

810b010a-1e82xxxx • 810b010c-2581xxxx

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 11

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 11
810b010c-2581xxxx Redundancy Lost for [RedundancySetElementName] has deasserted. (Backup Memory)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
810b030c-2581xxxx • 810b050a-1e82xxxx
810b030c-2581xxxx Non-redundant:Sufficient Resources from Redundancy Degraded or Fully Redundant for

[RedundancySetElementName] has deasserted. (Backup Memory)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when a Redundancy Set has transitioned from Non-
redundant:Sufficient Resources.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43
810b050a-1e81xxxx Non-redundant:Insufficient Resources for [RedundancySetElementName] has deasserted.

(Cooling Zone 1)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 11

(Cooling Zone 2)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 11

810b050a-1e83xxxx • 816f0007-0301xxxx

(Cooling Zone 3)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 11
810b050c-2581xxxx Non-redundant:Insufficient Resources for [RedundancySetElementName] has deasserted.

(Backup Memory)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f0007-0301xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has Recovered from IERR. (CPU 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor Recovered - IERR
Condition.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 40
816f0007-0302xxxx • 816f0008-0a02xxxx
816f0007-0302xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has Recovered from IERR. (CPU 2)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor Recovered - IERR
Condition.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 40
816f0008-0a01xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has been removed from container

[PhysicalPackageElementName]. (Power Supply 1)
removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f0008-0a02xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has been removed from container

[PhysicalPackageElementName]. (Power Supply 2)
removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

816f0009-1381xxxx • 816f000d-0401xxxx
816f0009-1381xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has been turned on. (Host Power)

Enabled.
Severity: Info
Alert Category: System - Power On
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 24
816f000d-0400xxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been removed from unit

[PhysicalPackageElementName]. (Drive 0)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Drive has been Removed.
Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
User response: 1. Reseat hard disk drive n.(n = hard disk drive number). Wait 1 minute or more before reinstalling
the drive. 2. Replace the hard disk drive. 3. Make sure that the disk firmware and RAID controller firmware is at the
latest level. 4. Check the SAS cable.

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f000d-0402xxxx • 816f000d-0404xxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

816f000d-0405xxxx • 816f000d-0407xxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f000d-0408xxxx • 816f000d-040axxxx

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f000d-040axxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been removed from unit

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5

816f000d-040bxxxx • 816f000d-040dxxxx
816f000d-040bxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been removed from unit

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f000d-040cxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been removed from unit

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f000d-040dxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been removed from unit

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f000d-040exxxx • 816f000f-2201ffff
816f000d-040exxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been removed from unit

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f000d-040fxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been removed from unit

Severity: Error
Serviceable: Yes
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f000f-2201ffff The System [ComputerSystemElementName] has detected a POST Error deassertion. (ABR
Status)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that Post Error has deasserted.
May also be shown as 816f000f2201ffff or 0x816f000f2201ffff
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 50
User response: No action; information only. Firmware Error :

816f0013-1701xxxx • 816f0021-2582xxxx
816f0013-1701xxxx System [ComputerSystemElementName] has recovered from a diagnostic interrupt. (NMI

State)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a recovery from a Front Panel
NMI / Diagnostic Interrupt
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 50
816f0021-2201xxxx Fault condition removed on slot [PhysicalConnectorElementName] on system

[ComputerSystemElementName]. (No Op ROM Space)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Fault condition in a slot has
been removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 50

[ComputerSystemElementName]. (All PCI Error)
been removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 50
User response: No action; information only. One of PCI Error :
816f0021-3001xxxx • 816f0107-0302xxxx

[ComputerSystemElementName]. (PCI 1)
been removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 50
User response: No action; information only. PCI 2 : PCI 3 : PCI 4 : PCI 5 :
816f0107-0301xxxx An Over-Temperature Condition has been removed on [ProcessorElementName]. (CPU 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Over-Temperature Condition
has been Removed for Processor.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0
816f0107-0302xxxx An Over-Temperature Condition has been removed on [ProcessorElementName]. (CPU 2)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Over-Temperature Condition
has been Removed for Processor.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 0

816f0108-0a01xxxx • 816f010c-2001xxxx
816f0108-0a01xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has returned to OK status. (Power Supply 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Power Supply return to
normal operational status.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 4
816f0108-0a02xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has returned to OK status. (Power Supply 2)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Power Supply return to
normal operational status.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 4
816f010c-2001xxxx Uncorrectable error recovery detected for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Memory uncorrectable error
recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f010c-2002xxxx • 816f010c-2004xxxx

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

816f010c-2005xxxx • 816f010c-2007xxxx

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f010c-2008xxxx • 816f010c-200axxxx

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f010c-200axxxx Uncorrectable error recovery detected for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

816f010c-200bxxxx • 816f010c-200dxxxx
816f010c-200bxxxx Uncorrectable error recovery detected for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f010c-200cxxxx Uncorrectable error recovery detected for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f010c-200dxxxx Uncorrectable error recovery detected for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f010c-200exxxx • 816f010c-2010xxxx
816f010c-200exxxx Uncorrectable error recovery detected for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f010c-200fxxxx Uncorrectable error recovery detected for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

816f010c-2011xxxx • 816f010c-2581xxxx

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
User response: No action; information only. One of the DIMMs :
816f010d-0400xxxx • 816f010d-0402xxxx
816f010d-0400xxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been enabled. (Drive 0)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Drive was Enabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

816f010d-0403xxxx • 816f010d-0405xxxx

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f010d-0406xxxx • 816f010d-0408xxxx

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

816f010d-0409xxxx • 816f010d-040bxxxx

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f010d-040axxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been enabled. (Drive 10)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f010d-040bxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been enabled. (Drive 11)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f010d-040cxxxx • 816f010d-040exxxx
816f010d-040cxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been enabled. (Drive 12)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f010d-040dxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been enabled. (Drive 13)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f010d-040exxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been enabled. (Drive 14)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

816f010d-040fxxxx • 816f011b-0701xxxx
816f010d-040fxxxx The Drive [StorageVolumeElementName] has been enabled. (Drive 15)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f010f-2201xxxx The System [ComputerSystemElementName] has recovered from a firmware hang. (Firmware
Error)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has recovered from a System Firmware
Hang.
May also be shown as 816f010f2201xxxx or 0x816f010f2201xxxx
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 50
816f011b-0701xxxx The connector [PhysicalConnectorElementName] configuration error has been repaired.

(Video USB)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected an Interconnect Configuration
was Repaired.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 50
816f0125-0b01xxxx • 816f0125-0b03xxxx
816f0125-0b01xxxx [ManagedElementName] detected as present. (SAS Riser)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Managed Element is now
Present.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f0125-0b02xxxx [ManagedElementName] detected as present. (PCI Riser 1)

Present.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f0125-0b03xxxx [ManagedElementName] detected as present. (PCI Riser 2)

Present.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

816f0125-0c01xxxx • 816f0125-1d02xxxx
816f0125-0c01xxxx [ManagedElementName] detected as present. (Front Panel)

Present.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f0125-1d01xxxx [ManagedElementName] detected as present. (Fan 1)

Present.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Present.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f0125-1d03xxxx • 816f0207-0302xxxx

Present.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f0207-0301xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has Recovered from FRB1/BIST condition. (CPU 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor Recovered -
FRB1/BIST condition.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 40
816f0207-0302xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has Recovered from FRB1/BIST condition. (CPU 2)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor Recovered -
FRB1/BIST condition.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 40

816f020d-0400xxxx • 816f020d-0402xxxx
816f020d-0400xxxx Failure no longer Predicted on drive [StorageVolumeElementName] for array

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected an Array Failure is no longer
Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27

Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27

Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27
816f020d-0403xxxx • 816f020d-0405xxxx

Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27

Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27

Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27

816f020d-0406xxxx • 816f020d-0408xxxx

Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27

Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27

Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27
816f020d-0409xxxx • 816f020d-040bxxxx

Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27
816f020d-040axxxx Failure no longer Predicted on drive [StorageVolumeElementName] for array

Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27
816f020d-040bxxxx Failure no longer Predicted on drive [StorageVolumeElementName] for array

Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27

816f020d-040cxxxx • 816f020d-040exxxx
816f020d-040cxxxx Failure no longer Predicted on drive [StorageVolumeElementName] for array

Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27
816f020d-040dxxxx Failure no longer Predicted on drive [StorageVolumeElementName] for array

Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27
816f020d-040exxxx Failure no longer Predicted on drive [StorageVolumeElementName] for array

Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27
816f020d-040fxxxx • 816f0308-0a01xxxx
816f020d-040fxxxx Failure no longer Predicted on drive [StorageVolumeElementName] for array

Predicted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 27
816f0212-2584xxxx The System [ComputerSystemElementName] has recovered from an unknown system

hardware fault. (CPU Fault Reboot)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has recovered from an Unknown System
Hardware Failure.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 50
816f0308-0a01xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has returned to a Normal Input State. (Power Supply 1)

that has returned to normal.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

816f0308-0a02xxxx • 816f030c-2002xxxx
816f0308-0a02xxxx [PowerSupplyElementName] has returned to a Normal Input State. (Power Supply 2)

that has returned to normal.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f030c-2001xxxx Scrub Failure for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]has

recovered. (DIMM 1)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Memory Scrub failure
recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovered. (DIMM 2)
recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f030c-2003xxxx • 816f030c-2005xxxx

recovered. (DIMM 3)
recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovered. (DIMM 4)
recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovered. (DIMM 5)
recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

816f030c-2006xxxx • 816f030c-2008xxxx

recovered. (DIMM 6)
recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovered. (DIMM 7)
recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovered. (DIMM 8)
recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f030c-2009xxxx • 816f030c-200bxxxx

recovered. (DIMM 9)
recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f030c-200axxxx Scrub Failure for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]has

recovered. (DIMM 10)
recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f030c-200bxxxx Scrub Failure for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]has

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

816f030c-200cxxxx • 816f030c-200exxxx
816f030c-200cxxxx Scrub Failure for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]has

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f030c-200dxxxx Scrub Failure for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]has

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f030c-200exxxx Scrub Failure for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]has

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f030c-200fxxxx • 816f030c-2011xxxx
816f030c-200fxxxx Scrub Failure for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]has

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

816f030c-2012xxxx • 816f0313-1701xxxx

recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

recovered. (All DIMMS)
recovery.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f0313-1701xxxx System [ComputerSystemElementName] has recovered from an NMI. (NMI State)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Software NMI has been
Recovered from.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 50
816f040c-2001xxxx • 816f040c-2003xxxx
816f040c-2001xxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Enabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (DIMM 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that Memory has been Enabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

816f040c-2004xxxx • 816f040c-2006xxxx

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f040c-2007xxxx • 816f040c-2009xxxx

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

816f040c-200axxxx • 816f040c-200cxxxx
816f040c-200axxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Enabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (DIMM 10)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f040c-200bxxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Enabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (DIMM 11)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f040c-200cxxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Enabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (DIMM 12)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f040c-200dxxxx • 816f040c-200fxxxx
816f040c-200dxxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Enabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (DIMM 13)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f040c-200exxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Enabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (DIMM 14)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f040c-200fxxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Enabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (DIMM 15)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

816f040c-2010xxxx • 816f040c-2012xxxx

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f040c-2581xxxx • 816f0507-0301xxxx
816f040c-2581xxxx [PhysicalMemoryElementName] Enabled on Subsystem [MemoryElementName]. (All

DIMMS)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f0413-2582xxxx A PCI PERR recovery has occurred on system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (PCIs)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a PCI PERR recovered.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 50
816f0507-0301xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has Recovered from a Configuration Mismatch. (CPU 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has Recovered from a Processor
Configuration Mismatch.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 40

816f0507-0302xxxx • 816f050c-2002xxxx
816f0507-0302xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has Recovered from a Configuration Mismatch. (CPU 2)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has Recovered from a Processor
Configuration Mismatch.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 40
816f050c-2001xxxx Memory Logging Limit Removed for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43
816f050c-2003xxxx • 816f050c-2005xxxx

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43

816f050c-2006xxxx • 816f050c-2008xxxx

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43
816f050c-2009xxxx • 816f050c-200bxxxx

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43
816f050c-200axxxx Memory Logging Limit Removed for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43
816f050c-200bxxxx Memory Logging Limit Removed for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43

816f050c-200cxxxx • 816f050c-200exxxx
816f050c-200cxxxx Memory Logging Limit Removed for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43
816f050c-200dxxxx Memory Logging Limit Removed for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43
816f050c-200exxxx Memory Logging Limit Removed for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43
816f050c-200fxxxx • 816f050c-2011xxxx
816f050c-200fxxxx Memory Logging Limit Removed for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43

816f050c-2012xxxx • 816f050d-0400xxxx

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43

has been Removed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 43
816f050d-0400xxxx Critical Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has deasserted. (Drive 0)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that an Critiacal Array has
deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f050d-0401xxxx • 816f050d-0403xxxx

deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

816f050d-0404xxxx • 816f050d-0406xxxx

deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f050d-0407xxxx • 816f050d-0409xxxx

deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

816f050d-040axxxx • 816f050d-040cxxxx
816f050d-040axxxx Critical Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has deasserted. (Drive 10)

deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f050d-040bxxxx Critical Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has deasserted. (Drive 11)

deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f050d-040cxxxx Critical Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has deasserted. (Drive 12)

deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f050d-040dxxxx • 816f050d-040fxxxx
816f050d-040dxxxx Critical Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has deasserted. (Drive 13)

deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f050d-040exxxx Critical Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has deasserted. (Drive 14)

deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f050d-040fxxxx Critical Array [ComputerSystemElementName] has deasserted. (Drive 15)

deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

816f0607-0301xxxx • 816f060d-0400xxxx
816f0607-0301xxxx An SM BIOS Uncorrectable CPU complex error for [ProcessorElementName] has deasserted.
(CPU 1)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an SM BIOS Uncorrectable CPU complex error has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 40
816f0607-0302xxxx An SM BIOS Uncorrectable CPU complex error for [ProcessorElementName] has deasserted.
(CPU 2)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an SM BIOS Uncorrectable CPU complex error has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 40
816f060d-0400xxxx Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName] has been restored. (Drive 0)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that a Failed Array has been
Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f060d-0401xxxx • 816f060d-0403xxxx

Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

816f060d-0404xxxx • 816f060d-0406xxxx

Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f060d-0407xxxx • 816f060d-0409xxxx

Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

816f060d-040axxxx • 816f060d-040cxxxx
816f060d-040axxxx Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName] has been restored. (Drive 10)

Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f060d-040bxxxx Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName] has been restored. (Drive 11)

Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f060d-040cxxxx Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName] has been restored. (Drive 12)

Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f060d-040dxxxx • 816f060d-040fxxxx
816f060d-040dxxxx Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName] has been restored. (Drive 13)

Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f060d-040exxxx Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName] has been restored. (Drive 14)

Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5
816f060d-040fxxxx Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName] has been restored. (Drive 15)

Restored.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 5

816f070c-2001xxxx • 816f070c-2003xxxx
816f070c-2001xxxx Configuration error for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

[MemoryElementName]has deasserted. (DIMM 1)
error has deasserted.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f070c-2004xxxx • 816f070c-2006xxxx

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

816f070c-2007xxxx • 816f070c-2009xxxx

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f070c-200axxxx • 816f070c-200cxxxx
816f070c-200axxxx Configuration error for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f070c-200bxxxx Configuration error for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f070c-200cxxxx Configuration error for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

816f070c-200dxxxx • 816f070c-200fxxxx
816f070c-200dxxxx Configuration error for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f070c-200exxxx Configuration error for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f070c-200fxxxx Configuration error for [PhysicalMemoryElementName] on Subsystem

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f070c-2010xxxx • 816f070c-2012xxxx

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41

816f070c-2581xxxx • 816f070d-0401xxxx

[MemoryElementName]has deasserted. (All DIMMS)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 41
816f070d-0400xxxx Rebuild completed for Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (Drive 0)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected that an Array Rebuild has
Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f070d-0402xxxx • 816f070d-0404xxxx

Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

816f070d-0405xxxx • 816f070d-0407xxxx

Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f070d-0408xxxx • 816f070d-040axxxx

Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f070d-040axxxx Rebuild completed for Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (Drive 10)

Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

816f070d-040bxxxx • 816f070d-040dxxxx
816f070d-040bxxxx Rebuild completed for Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (Drive 11)

Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f070d-040cxxxx Rebuild completed for Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (Drive 12)

Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f070d-040dxxxx Rebuild completed for Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (Drive 13)

Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f070d-040exxxx • 816f0807-0301xxxx
816f070d-040exxxx Rebuild completed for Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (Drive 14)

Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f070d-040fxxxx Rebuild completed for Array in system [ComputerSystemElementName]. (Drive 15)

Completed.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f0807-0301xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has been Enabled. (CPU 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor has been Enabled.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:

816f0807-0302xxxx • 816f0813-2581xxxx
816f0807-0302xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has been Enabled. (CPU 2)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
816f0807-2584xxxx [ProcessorElementName] has been Enabled. (All CPUs)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID:
User response: No action; information only. One of The CPUs :
816f0813-2581xxxx System [ComputerSystemElementName]has recovered from an Uncorrectable Bus Error.

(DIMMs)
Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a that a system has recovered
from a Bus Uncorrectable Error.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 50
816f0813-2582xxxx • 816f0a07-0301xxxx
816f0813-2582xxxx System [ComputerSystemElementName]has recovered from an Uncorrectable Bus Error. (PCIs)

Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 50
816f0813-2584xxxx System [ComputerSystemElementName]has recovered from an Uncorrectable Bus Error.

(CPUs)
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 50
816f0a07-0301xxxx The Processor [ProcessorElementName] is no longer operating in a Degraded State. (CPU 1)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor is no longer
running in the Degraded state.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 42

816f0a07-0302xxxx
816f0a07-0302xxxx The Processor [ProcessorElementName] is no longer operating in a Degraded State. (CPU 2)

Explanation: This message is for the use case when an implementation has detected a Processor is no longer
running in the Degraded state.
Severity: Info
Serviceable: No
SNMP Trap ID: 42
POST
When you turn on the server, it performs a series of tests to check the operation of
the server components and some optional devices in the server. This series of tests
is called the power-on self-test, or POST. This server does not use beep codes for
server status.
If a power-on password is set, you must type the password and press Enter, when
you are prompted, for POST to run.
POST error codes

The following table describes the POST error codes and suggested actions to
correct the detected problems. These errors can appear as severe, warning, or
informational.
v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is
solved.
v See Chapter 4, “Parts listing,” on page 381 to determine which components are customer replaceable units
(CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).
v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),” that step must be performed only by a
trained service technician.
Error code Description Action
0010002 Microprocessor not supported 1. Reseat the following components one at a time,
in the order shown, restarting the server each
time:
a. (Trained service technician only)
Microprocessor 1
b. (Trained service technician only)
Microprocessor 2 (if installed)
2. (Trained service technician only) Remove
microprocessor 2 and restart the server.
3. (Trained service technician only) Remove
microprocessor 1 and install microprocessor 2 in
the microprocessor 1 connector. Restart the server.
If the error is corrected, microprocessor 1 is bad
and must be replaced.
4. Replace the following components one at a time,
time:
Microprocessor 1
Microprocessor 2
c. (Trained service technician only) System board
0011000 Invalid microprocessor type 1. Update the firmware to the latest level (see
“Updating the firmware” on page 491).
2. (Trained service technician only) Remove and
replace the affected microprocessor (error LED is
lit) with a supported type.
0011002 Microprocessor mismatch 1. Run the Setup utility and view the
microprocessor information to compare the
installed microprocessor specifications.
2. (Trained service technician only) Remove and
replace one of the microprocessors so that they
both match.
0011004 Microprocessor failed BIST 1. Update the firmware to the latest level (see
2. (Trained service technician only) Reseat
microprocessor 2.
time:
Microprocessor
b. (Trained service technician only) System
board

solved.
001100A Microcode update failed 1. Update the server firmware to the latest level (see
2. (Trained service technician only) Replace the
microprocessor.
0050001 DIMM disabled Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you
must disconnect the server from the power source;
then, wait 10 seconds before restarting the server.
1. Make sure the DIMM is installed correctly (see
“Installing a memory module” on page 450).
2. If the DIMM was disabled because of a memory
fault, follow the suggested actions for that error
event and restart the server.
3. Check the IBM support website for an applicable
retain tip or firmware update that applies to this
memory event. If no memory fault is recorded in
the logs and no DIMM connector error LED is lit,
you can re-enable the DIMM through the Setup
utility or the Advanced Settings Utility (ASU).
solved.
0051003 Uncorrectable DIMM error Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you
memory error.
2. Manually re-enable all affected DIMMs if the
server firmware version is older than UEFI v1.10.
If the server firmware version is UEFI v1.10 or
newer, disconnect and reconnect the server to the
power source and restart the server.
3. If the problem remains, replace the failing DIMM
(see “Removing a memory module (DIMM)” on
page 448 and “Installing a memory module” on
page 450).
4. (Trained service technician only) If the problem
occurs on the same DIMM connector, check the
DIMM connector. If the connector contains any
foreign material or is damaged, replace the
system board (see “Removing the system board”
on page 484 and“Replacing the system board” on
page 486).
5. (Trained service technician only) Remove the
affected microprocessor and check the
microprocessor socket pins for any damaged
pins. If a damage is found, replace the system
board (see “Removing the system board” on page
484 and“Replacing the system board” on page
486).
6. (Trained Service technician only) Replace the
affected microprocessor (see “Removing a
microprocessor and heat sink” on page 474 and
“Replacing a microprocessor and heat sink” on
page 477).
0051004 DIMM presence detected read/write failure Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you
1. Update the server firmware to the latest level (see
2. Reseat the DIMMs.
3. Install DIMMs in the correct sequence (see
4. Replace the failing DIMM.
system board.

solved.
0051006 DIMM mismatch detected Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you
Make sure that the DIMMs match and are installed

in the correct sequence (see “Installing a memory
module” on page 450).
0051009 No memory detected Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you
1. Make sure one or more DIMMs are installed in
the server.
2. Reseat the DIMMs and restart the server (see
“Removing a memory module (DIMM)” on page
448 and “Installing a memory module” on page
450).
3. Make sure that the DIMMs match and are
installed in the correct sequence (see “Installing a
memory module” on page 450).
microprocessor that controls the failing DIMMs
(see “Removing a microprocessor and heat sink”
on page 474 and “Replacing a microprocessor
and heat sink” on page 477).
on page 484 and “Replacing the system board”
on page 486).
005100A No usable memory detected Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you
1. Make sure one or more DIMMs are installed in
the server.
450).
3. Make sure that the DIMMs match and are
installed in the correct sequence (see “Installing a
memory module” on page 450).
4. Clear CMOS memory to ensure that all DIMM
connectors are enabled (see “Removing the
battery” on page 463 and “Replacing the battery”
on page 465). Note that all firmware settings will
be reset to the default settings.
solved.
0058001 PFA threshold exceeded Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you
memory error.
2. Swap the affected DIMMs (as indicated by the
error LEDs on the system board or the event
logs) to a different memory channel or
microprocessor (see “Installing a memory
3. If the error still occurs on the same DIMM,
replace the affected DIMM.
on page 486).
484 and “Replacing the system board” on page
486).
page 477).
0058007 DIMM population is unsupported Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you
450).
2. Make sure that the DIMMs are installed in the
proper sequence (see “Installing a memory

solved.
0058008 DIMM failed memory test Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you
memory error.
2. Manually re-enable all affected DIMMs if the
server firmware version is older than UEFI v1.10.
If the server firmware version is UEFI v1.10 or
newer, disconnect and reconnect the server to the
power source and restart the server.
3. Swap the affected DIMMs (as indicated by the
error LEDs on the system board or the event
logs) to a different memory channel or
microprocessor (see “Installing a memory
module” on page 450 for memory population).
4. If the problem is related to a DIMM, replace the
failing DIMM (see “Removing a memory module
(DIMM)” on page 448 and “Installing a memory
on page 486).
484 and “Replacing the system board” on page
486).
7. (Trained service technician only) If the problem is
related to microprocessor socket pins, replace the
on page 486).
page 477).
0058015 Start to Activate Spare Memory Channel
Information only. A failed DIMM has been detected
to activate the memory online-spare feature. Check
the event log for uncorrected DIMM failure events.
solved.
00580A1 Invalid DIMM population for mirroring Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you
mode must disconnect the server from the power source;
1. If a fault LED is lit, resolve the failure.
2. Install the DIMMs in the correct sequence (see
00580A4 Memory population changed
Information only. Memory has been added, moved,
or changed.
00580A5 Mirror failover complete
Information only. Memory redundancy has been lost.
Check the event log for uncorrected DIMM failure
events (See “Event logs” on page 28 for more
information).
00580A6 Spare Memory Channel Activated
Information only. Memory online-spare channel has
been activated to backup a failed DIMM. Check the
event log for uncorrected DIMM failure events.
0068002 CMOS battery cleared 1. Reseat the battery.
2. Clear the CMOS memory (see “System-board
switches and jumpers” on page 18).
time:
a. Battery
board
2011000 PCI-X PERR 1. Check the riser-card LEDs.
2. Reseat all affected adapters and riser cards.
3. Update the PCI device firmware.
4. Remove both adapters from the riser card.
time:
a. Riser card
board

solved.
2011001 PCI-X SERR 1. Check the riser-card LEDs.
4. Remove the adapter from the riser card.
time:
a. Riser card
board
2018001 PCI Express uncorrected or uncorrected 1. Check the riser-card LEDs.
error
4. Remove both adapters from the riser card.
time:
a. Riser card
board
solved.
2018002 Option ROM resource allocation failure
Informational message that some devices might not
be initialized.
1. If possible, rearrange the order of the adapters in
the PCI slots to change the load order of the
optional-device ROM code.
2. Run the Setup utility, select Start Options, and
change the boot priority to change the load order
of the optional-device ROM code.
3. Run the Setup utility and disable some other
resources, if their functions are not being used, to
make more space available:
a. Select Start Options and Planar Ethernet
(PXE/DHCP) to disable the integrated
Ethernet controller ROM.
b. Select Advanced Functions, then PCI Bus
Control, then PCI ROM Control Execution to
disable the ROM of adapters in the PCI slots.
c. Select Devices and I/O Ports to disable any of
the integrated devices.
time:
a. Each adapter
board
3xx0007 (xx can Firmware fault detected, system halted 1. Recover the server firmware to the latest level.
be 00 - 19)
2. Undo any recent configuration changes, or clear
CMOS memory to restore the settings to the
default values.
3. Remove any recently installed hardware.
3038003 Firmware corrupted 1. Run the Setup utility, select Load Default
Settings, and save the settings to recover the
server firmware.
system board.
3048005 Booted secondary (backup) server firmware
image Information only. The backup switch was used to
boot the secondary bank.

solved.
3048006 Booted secondary (backup) server firmware 1. Run the Setup utility, select Load Default
image because of ABR Settings, and save the settings to recover the
primary server firmware settings.
2. Turn off the server and remove it from the power
source.
3. Reconnect the server to the power source, and
then turn on the server.
305000A RTC date/time is incorrect 1. Adjust the date and time settings in the Setup
utility, and then restart the server.
2. Reseat the battery.
time:
a. Battery
board
3058001 System configuration invalid 1. Run the Setup utility, and select Save Settings.
2. Run the Setup utility, select Load Default
Settings, and save the settings.
3. Reseat the following components one at a time in
the order shown, restarting the server each time:
a. Battery
b. Failing device (if the device is a FRU, then it
must be reseated by a trained service
technician only)
time:
a. Battery
b. Failing device (if the device is a FRU, then it
must be replaced by a trained service
technician only)
3058004 Three boot failures 1. Undo any recent system changes, such as new
settings or newly installed devices.
2. Make sure that the server is attached to a reliable
power source.
3. Remove all hardware that is not listed on the
ServerProven Web site.
4. Make sure that the operating system is not
corrupted.
5. Run the Setup utility, save the configuration, and
then restart the server.
6. See “Problem determination tips” on page 379.
solved.
3108007 System configuration restored to default
settings Information only. This is message is usually
associated with the CMOS battery clear event.
3138002 Boot configuration error 1. Remove any recent configuration changes that
you made in the Setup utility.
3808000 IMM communication failure 1. Shut down the system and remove the power
cords from the server for 30 seconds; then,
reconnect the server to power and restart it.
2. Update the IMM firmware.
3. Make sure that the virtual media key is seated
and not damaged.
system board.
3808002 Error updating system configuration to 1. Remove power from the server, and then
IMM reconnect the server to power and restart it.
2. Run the Setup utility and select Save Settings.
3. Update the firmware.
3808003 Error retrieving system configuration from 1. Remove power from the server, and then
IMM reconnect the server to power and restart it.
2. Run the Setup utility and select Save Settings.
3808004 IMM system event log full v When out-of-band, use the IMM Web interface or
IPMItool to clear the logs from the operating
system.
v When using the local console:
1. Run the Setup utility.
2. Select System Event Log.
3. Select Clear System Event Log.
4. Restart the server.
3818001 Core Root of Trust Measurement (CRTM) 1. Run the Setup utility, select Load Default
update failed Settings, and save the settings.
system board.
update aborted Settings, and save the settings.
system board.

solved.
flash lock failed Settings, and save the settings.
system board.
system error Settings, and save the settings.
system board.
3818005 Current Bank Core Root of Trust 1. Run the Setup utility, select Load Default
Measurement (CRTM) capsule signature Settings, and save the settings.
invalid
system board.
3818006 Opposite bank CRTM capsule signature 1. Switch the firmware bank to the backup bank.
invalid
3. Switch the bank back to the current bank.
system board.
3818007 CRTM update capsule signature invalid 1. Run the Setup utility, select Load Default
system board.
3828004 AEM power capping disabled 1. Check the settings and the event logs.
2. Make sure that the Active Energy Manager
feature is enabled in the Setup utility. Select
System Settings, Power, Active Energy, and
Capping Enabled.
3. Update the server firmware.
Diagnostic programs, messages, and error codes
The diagnostic programs are the primary method of testing the major components
of the server.
About this task
As you run the diagnostic programs, text messages are displayed on the screen
and are saved in the test log. A diagnostic text message indicates that a problem
has been detected and provides the action you should take as a result of the text
message.
Make sure that the server has the latest version of the diagnostic programs. To
download the latest version, complete the following steps.
4. Click IBM System x3650 M3 to display the matrix of downloadable files for the
server.
Utilities are available to reset and update the code on the integrated USB flash
device, if the diagnostic partition becomes damaged and does not start the
diagnostic programs. For more information and to download the utilities, go to
http://www.ibm.com/jct01004c/systems/support/supportsite.wss/
docdisplay?lndocid=MIGR-5072294&brandind=5000008.
Running the diagnostic programs

About this task
To run the diagnostic programs, complete the following steps:
Procedure
1. If the server is running, turn off the server and all attached devices.
2. Turn on all attached devices; then, turn on the server.
3. When the prompt Press F2 for Dynamic System Analysis (DSA) is displayed,
press F2.
Note: The DSA Preboot diagnostic program might appear to be unresponsive

for an unusual length of time when you start the program. This is normal
operation while the program loads. The loading process may take up to 10
minutes.
4. Optionally, select Quit to DSA to exit from the stand-alone memory diagnostic
program.
Note: After you exit from the stand-alone memory diagnostic environment,
you must restart the server to access the stand-alone memory diagnostic
environment again.
5. Type gui to display the graphical user interface, or select cmd to display the
DSA interactive menu.
6. Follow the instructions on the screen to select the diagnostic test to run.

Results
If the diagnostic programs do not detect any hardware errors but the problem
remains during normal server operations, a software error might be the cause. If
you suspect a software problem, see the information that comes with your
software.
A single problem might cause more than one error message. When this happens,
correct the cause of the first error message. The other error messages usually will
not occur the next time you run the diagnostic programs.
Exception: If multiple error codes or light path diagnostics LEDs indicate a

microprocessor error, the error might be in a microprocessor or in a microprocessor
socket. See “Microprocessor problems” on page 349 for information about
diagnosing microprocessor problems.
If the server stops during testing and you cannot continue, restart the server and
try running the diagnostic programs again. If the problem remains, replace the
component that was being tested when the server stopped.
Diagnostic text messages

Diagnostic text messages are displayed while the tests are running.
A diagnostic text message contains one of the following results:
Passed: The test was completed without any errors.
Failed: The test detected an error.
Aborted: The test could not proceed because of the server configuration.
Additional information concerning test failures is available in the extended

diagnostic results for each test.
Viewing the test log

Use this information to view the test log.
To view the test log when the tests are completed, type the view command in the
DSA interactive menu, or select Diagnostic Event Log in the graphical user
interface. To transfer DSA collections to an external USB device, type the copy
command in the DSA interactive menu.
Diagnostic messages
The following table describes the messages that the diagnostic programs might
generate and suggested actions to correct the detected problems. Follow the
suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the column.
Table 10. DSA Preboot messages
solved.
Trained service technician.
v Go to the IBM support Web site at http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/ to check for technical information,
hints, tips, and new device drivers or to submit a request for information.
Message
number Component Test State Description Action
089-801-xxx CPU CPU Stress Aborted Internal 1. Turn off and restart the system.
Test program
2. Make sure that the DSA code is at the
error.
latest level. For the latest level of DSA
code, go to http://www.ibm.com/
support/entry/portal/
3. Run the test again.
4. Make sure that the system firmware is at
the latest level. The installed firmware
level is shown in the diagnostic event log
in the Firmware/VPD section for this
component. For more information, see
“Updating the firmware” on page 491.
6. Turn off and restart the system if
necessary to recover from a hung state.
8. Replace the following components one at a
time, in the order shown, and run this test
again to determine whether the problem
has been solved:
Microprocessor board
Microprocessor
9. If the failure remains, go to the IBM Web
site for more troubleshooting information
at http://www.ibm.com/support/entry/
portal/docdisplay?lndocid=SERV-CALL.

Table 10. DSA Preboot messages (continued)
solved.
Message
089-802-xxx CPU CPU Stress Aborted System 1. Turn off and restart the system.
Test resource
availability
error.
level is shown in the DSA event log in
the Firmware/VPD section for this
10. Replace the following components one at
a time, in the order shown, and run this
test again to determine whether the
problem has been solved:
Microprocessor
solved.
Message
089-901-xxx CPU CPU Stress Failed Test failure. 1. Turn off and restart the system if
Test necessary to recover from a hung state.
8. Replace the following components one at a
time, in the order shown, and run this test
again to determine whether the problem
has been solved:
Microprocessor

solved.
Message
166-801-xxx IMM IMM I2C Aborted IMM I2C test 1. Turn off the system and disconnect it from
Test stopped: the the power source. You must disconnect the
IMM returned system from ac power to reset the IMM.
an incorrect
2. After 45 seconds, reconnect the system to
response
the power source and turn on the system.
length.
5. Make sure that the IMM firmware is at the
latest level. The installed firmware level is
shown in the diagnostic event log in the
Firmware/VPD section for this
solved.
Message
test cannot be system from ac power to reset the IMM.
completed for
an unknown
reason.

solved.
Message
node is busy; system from ac power to reset the IMM.
try later.
solved.
Message
Test stopped: the power source. You must disconnect the
invalid system from ac power to reset the IMM.
command.

solved.
Message
Test aborted: the power source. You must disconnect the
invalid system from ac power to reset the IMM.
command for
the given
LUN.
solved.
Message
timeout while system from ac power to reset the IMM.
processing the
command.

solved.
Message
Test aborted: out the power source. You must disconnect the
of space. system from ac power to reset the IMM.
solved.
Message
reservation system from ac power to reset the IMM.
canceled or
invalid
reservation
ID. 3. Run the test again.

solved.
Message
request data system from ac power to reset the IMM.
was
truncated.
solved.
Message
length is
invalid.

solved.
Message
field length
limit is
exceeded.
solved.
Message
166-812-xxx IMM IMM I2C Aborted IMM I2C Test 1. Turn off the system and disconnect it from
Test aborted: a the power source. You must disconnect the
parameter is system from ac power to reset the IMM.
out of range.

solved.
Message
cannot return system from ac power to reset the IMM.
the number of
requested
data bytes.
solved.
Message
requested system from ac power to reset the IMM.
sensor, data,
or record is
not present.

solved.
Message
invalid data system from ac power to reset the IMM.
field in the
request.
solved.
Message
Test aborted: the the power source. You must disconnect the
command is system from ac power to reset the IMM.
illegal for the
specified
sensor or
record type. 3. Run the test again.

solved.
Message
command system from ac power to reset the IMM.
response
could not be
provided.
solved.
Message
cannot system from ac power to reset the IMM.
execute a
duplicated
request.

solved.
Message
response
could not be
provided; the
SDR 3. Run the test again.
repository is 4. Make sure that the DSA code is at the
in update latest level. For the latest level of DSA
mode. code, go to http://www.ibm.com/
response
could not be
provided; the
device is in 3. Run the test again.
firmware 4. Make sure that the DSA code and IMM
update mode. firmware are at the latest level.
solved.
Message
response
could not be
provided;
IMM 3. Run the test again.
initialization 4. Make sure that the DSA code is at the
is in progress. latest level. For the latest level of DSA

solved.
Message
Test aborted: the the power source. You must disconnect the
destination is system from ac power to reset the IMM.
unavailable.
solved.
Message
execute the
command;
insufficient
privilege 3. Run the test again.
level. 4. Make sure that the DSA code is at the

solved.
Message
Test canceled: the power source. You must disconnect the
execute the
command.
solved.
Message
166-901-xxx IMM IMM I2C Failed The IMM 1. Turn off the system and disconnect it
Test indicates a from the power source. You must
failure in the disconnect the system from ac power to
H8 bus (Bus reset the IMM.
0)
5. Make sure that the IMM firmware is at
7. Shut down the system and remove the
power cords from the server.
8. (Trained service technician only) Replace
the system board.
9. Reconnect the system to power and turn
on the system.

solved.
Message
light path bus reset the IMM.
(Bus 1).
7. Turn off the system and disconnect it
from the power source.
8. Reseat the light path diagnostics panel.
9. Reconnect the system to the power
source and turn on the system.
the system board.
solved.
Message
DIMM bus reset the IMM.
(Bus 2).
7. Disconnect the system from the power
source.
8. Replace the DIMMs one at a time, and
run the test again after replacing each
DIMM.
12. Reseat all of the DIMMs.
the system board.
solved.
Message
power supply reset the IMM.
bus (Bus 3).
7. Reseat the power supply.
10. Trained service technician only) Reseat
the system board.
solved.
Message
166-905-xxx IMM IMM I2C Failed The IMM Note: Ignore the error if the hard disk drive
Test indicates a backplane is not installed.
failure in the 1. Turn off the system and disconnect it
HDD bus from the power source. You must
(Bus 4). disconnect the system from ac power to
reset the IMM.
8. Reseat the hard disk drive backplane.
12. Trained service technician only) Replace
the system board.

solved.
Message
memory reset the IMM.
configuration
bus (Bus 5).
8. Trained service technician only) Reseat
the system board.
solved.
Message
201-801-xxx Memory Memory Aborted Test canceled: 1. Turn off and restart the system.
Test the server
firmware
programmed 3. Make sure that the server firmware is at
the memory the latest level. The installed firmware
controller level is shown in the diagnostic event log
with an in the Firmware/VPD section for this
invalid CBAR component. For more information, see
address “Updating the firmware” on page 491.
Test the end
address in the
E820 function 3. Make sure that all DIMMs are enabled in
is less than 16 the Setup utility.
MB. 4. Make sure that the server firmware is at
Test could not
enable the
processor 3. Make sure that the server firmware is at
cache. the latest level. The installed firmware

solved.
Message
Test the memory
controller
buffer request 3. Make sure that the server firmware is at
failed. the latest level. The installed firmware
Test the memory
controller
display/alter 3. Make sure that the server firmware is at
write the latest level. The installed firmware
operation was level is shown in the diagnostic event log
not in the Firmware/VPD section for this
completed. component. For more information, see
Test the memory
controller fast
scrub 3. Make sure that the server firmware is at
operation was the latest level. The installed firmware
not level is shown in the diagnostic event log
completed. in the Firmware/VPD section for this
solved.
Message
Test the memory
controller
buffer free 3. Make sure that the server firmware is at
request failed. the latest level. The installed firmware
Test memory
controller
display/alter 3. Make sure that the server firmware is at
buffer execute the latest level. The installed firmware
error. level is shown in the diagnostic event log

solved.
Message
201-809-xxx Memory Memory Aborted Test canceled 1. Turn off and restart the system.
Test program
error:
operation 3. Make sure that the DSA code is at the
running fast latest level. For the latest level of DSA
scrub. code, go to http://www.ibm.com/
4. Make sure that the server firmware is at
201-810-xxx Memory Memory Aborted Test stopped: 1. Turn off and restart the system.
Test unknown
error code xxx
received in 3. Make sure that the DSA code is at the
COMMONEXIT latest level. For the latest level of DSA
procedure. code, go to http://www.ibm.com/
solved.
Message
201-901-xxx Memory Memory Failed Test failure: 1. Turn off the system and disconnect it
Test single-bit from the power source.
error, failing
2. Reseat DIMM z.
DIMM z.
on the system.
7. Replace the failing DIMMs.
8. Re-enable all memory in the Setup utility
(see “Using the Setup utility” on page
493).
10. Replace the failing DIMM.

solved.
Message
201-902-xxx Memory Memory Failed Test failure: 1. Turn off the system and disconnect it
Test single-bit and from the power source.
multi-bit
2. Reseat DIMM z.
error, failing
DIMM z 3. Reconnect the system to power and turn
on the system.
7. Replace the failing DIMMs.
8. Re-enable all memory in the Setup utility
see “Using the Setup utility” on page
493).
solved.
Message
202-801-xxx Memory Memory Aborted Internal 1. Turn off and restart the system.
Stress Test program
error.
6. Run the memory diagnostics to identify
the specific failing DIMM.
202-802-xxx Memory Memory Failed General error: 1. Make sure that all memory is enabled by
Stress Test memory size checking the Available System Memory in
is insufficient the Resource Utilization section of the
to run the DSA event log. If necessary, enable all
test. memory in the Setup utility (see “Using
the Setup utility” on page 493).
4. Run the standard memory test to validate
all memory.

solved.
Message
202-901-xxx Memory Memory Failed Test failure. 1. Run the standard memory test to validate
Stress Test all memory.
3. Turn off the system and disconnect it from
power.
4. Reseat the DIMMs.
on the system.
solved.
Message
215-801-xxx Optical v Verify Aborted Unable to 1. Make sure that the DSA code is at the
Drive Media communicate latest level. For the latest level of DSA
Installed with the code, go to http://www.ibm.com/
device driver. support/entry/portal/
v Read/
Write Test docdisplay?lndocid=SERV-DSA.
v Self-Test 2. Run the test again.
3. Check the drive cabling at both ends for
Messages loose or broken connections or damage to
and actions the cable. Replace the cable if it is
apply to all damaged.
three tests.
5. For additional troubleshooting
information, go to http://
www.ibm.com/support/
docview.wss?uid=psg1MIGR-41559.
9. Replace the CD/DVD drive.

solved.
Message
215-802-xxx Optical v Verify Aborted The media 1. Close the media tray and wait 15
Drive Media tray is open. seconds.
Installed 2. Run the test again.
v Read/ 3. Insert a new CD/DVD into the drive and
Write Test wait for 15 seconds for the media to be
v Self-Test recognized.
Messages
and actions 5. Check the drive cabling at both ends for
apply to all loose or broken connections or damage to
three tests. the cable. Replace the cable if it is
damaged.
215-803-xxx Optical v Verify Failed The disc 1. Wait for the system activity to stop.
Drive Media might be in
2. Run the test again
Installed use by the
system. 3. Turn off and restart the system.
v Read/
Write Test
v Self-Test
Messages site for more troubleshooting information
and actions at http://www.ibm.com/support/entry/
apply to all portal/docdisplay?lndocid=SERV-CALL.
three tests.
solved.
Message
215-901-xxx Optical v Verify Aborted Drive media 1. Insert a CD/DVD into the drive or try a
Drive Media is not new media, and wait for 15 seconds.
Installed detected.
v Read/ 3. Check the drive cabling at both ends for
Write Test loose or broken connections or damage to
v Self-Test the cable. Replace the cable if it is
damaged.
Messages
and actions
apply to all 5. For additional troubleshooting
three tests. information, go to http://www.ibm.com/
support/docview.wss?uid=psg1MIGR-
41559.
215-902-xxx Optical v Verify Failed Read 1. Insert a CD/DVD into the drive or try a
Drive Media miscompare. new media, and wait for 15 seconds.
damaged.
Messages
and actions
41559.

solved.
Message
215-903-xxx Optical v Verify Aborted Could not 1. Insert a CD/DVD into the drive or try a
Drive Media access the new media, and wait for 15 seconds.
Installed drive.
damaged.
Messages
and actions
apply to all 5. Make sure that the DSA code is at the
three tests. latest level. For the latest level of DSA
215-904-xxx Optical v Verify Failed A read error 1. Insert a CD/DVD into the drive or try a
Drive Media occurred. new media, and wait for 15 seconds.
damaged.
Messages
and actions
41559.
solved.
Message
217-901-xxx SAS/SATA Disk Drive Failed 1. Reseat all hard disk drive backplane
Hard Drive Test connections at both ends.
2. Reseat the all drives.
4. Make sure that the firmware is at the
latest level.
405-901-xxx Broadcom Test Control Failed 1. Make sure that the component firmware is
Ethernet Registers at the latest level. The installed firmware
Device level is shown in the diagnostic event log
3. Replace the component that is causing the
error. If the error is caused by an adapter,
replace the adapter. Check the PCI
Information and Network Settings
information in the DSA event log to
determine the physical location of the
failing component.

solved.
Message
405-901-xxx Broadcom Test MII Failed 1. Make sure that the component firmware is
Ethernet Registers at the latest level. The installed firmware
failing component.
405-902-xxx Broadcom Test Failed 1. Make sure that the component firmware is
Ethernet EEPROM at the latest level. The installed firmware
failing component.
solved.
Message
405-903-xxx Broadcom Test Internal Failed 1. Make sure that the component firmware is
Ethernet Memory at the latest level. The installed firmware
3. Check the interrupt assignments in the
PCI Hardware section of the DSA event
log. If the Ethernet device is sharing
interrupts, if possible, use the Setup utility
see “Using the Setup utility” on page 493)
to assign a unique interrupt to the device.
failing component.

solved.
Message
405-904-xxx Broadcom Test Failed 1. Make sure that the component firmware is
Ethernet Interrupt at the latest level. The installed firmware
3. Check the interrupt assignments in the
PCI Hardware section of the DSA event
log. If the Ethernet device is sharing
interrupts, if possible, use the Setup utility
see “Using the Setup utility” on page 493)
to assign a unique interrupt to the device.
failing component.
solved.
Message
405-906-xxx Broadcom Test Loop Failed 1. Check the Ethernet cable for damage and
Ethernet back at make sure that the cable type and
Device Physical connection are correct.
Layer
2. Make sure that the component firmware is
at the latest level. The installed firmware
failing component.
405-907-xxx Broadcom Test Loop Failed 1. Make sure that the component firmware is
Ethernet back at at the latest level. The installed firmware
Device MAC-Layer level is shown in the diagnostic event log
failing component.

solved.
Message
405-908-xxx Broadcom Test LEDs Failed 1. Make sure that the component firmware is
Ethernet at the latest level. The installed firmware
failing component.
Checkout procedure
The checkout procedure is the sequence of tasks that you should follow to
diagnose a problem in the server.
About the checkout procedure

Before you perform the checkout procedure for diagnosing hardware problems,
review the following information:
v Read the safety information that begins on page “Safety” on page vii.
v The diagnostic programs provide the primary methods of testing the major
components of the server, such as the system board, Ethernet controller,
keyboard, mouse (pointing device), serial ports, and hard disk drives. You can
also use them to test some external devices. If you are not sure whether a
problem is caused by the hardware or by the software, you can use the
diagnostic programs to confirm that the hardware is working correctly.
v When you run the diagnostic programs, a single problem might cause more than
one error message. When this happens, correct the cause of the first error
message. The other error messages usually will not occur the next time you run
the diagnostic programs.
Exception: If multiple error codes or light path diagnostics LEDs indicate a

microprocessor error, the error might be in the microprocessor or in the
microprocessor socket. See “Microprocessor problems” on page 349 for
information about diagnosing microprocessor problems.
v Before you run the diagnostic programs, you must determine whether the failing
server is part of a shared hard disk drive cluster (two or more servers sharing
external storage devices). If it is part of a cluster, you can run all diagnostic
programs except the ones that test the storage unit (that is, a hard disk drive in
the storage unit) or the storage adapter that is attached to the storage unit. The
failing server might be part of a cluster if any of the following conditions is true:
– You have identified the failing server as part of a cluster (two or more servers
sharing external storage devices).
– One or more external storage units are attached to the failing server and at
least one of the attached storage units is also attached to another server or
unidentifiable device.
– One or more servers are located near the failing server.
Important: If the server is part of a shared hard disk drive cluster, run one test
at a time. Do not run any suite of tests, such as “quick” or “normal” tests,
because this might enable the hard disk drive diagnostic tests.
v If the server is halted and a POST error code is displayed, see “Event logs” on
page 28. If the server is halted and no error message is displayed, see
“Troubleshooting tables” on page 340 and “Solving undetermined problems” on
page 378.
v For information about power-supply problems, see “Solving power problems”
on page 376.
v For intermittent problems, check the error log; see “Event logs” on page 28 and
“Diagnostic programs, messages, and error codes” on page 287.
Performing the checkout procedure

Use this information to perform the checkout procedure.
About this task
To perform the checkout procedure, complete the following steps:

1. Is the server part of a cluster?
v No: Go to step 2.
v Yes: Shut down all failing servers that are related to the cluster. Go to step 2.
2. Complete the following steps:
a. Check the power supply LEDs, see “Power-supply LEDs” on page 367.
b. Turn off the server and all external devices.
c. Check all internal and external devices for compatibility at
http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/.
d. Make sure the server is cabled correctly.
e. Check all cables and power cords.
f. Set all display controls to the middle positions.
g. Turn on all external devices.
h. Turn on the server. If the server does not start, see “Troubleshooting tables”
on page 340.
i. Check the system-error LED on the operator information panel. If it is
flashing, check the light path diagnostics LEDs (see “Light path diagnostics”
on page 360).

j. Check for the following results:
v Successful completion of POST (see “POST” on page 274 for more
information).
v Successful completion of startup, which is indicated by a readable display
of the operating-system desktop.
Troubleshooting tables
Use the troubleshooting tables to find solutions to problems that have identifiable
symptoms.
About this task
If you cannot find a problem in these tables, see “Running the diagnostic
programs” on page 287 for information about testing the server.
If you have just added new software or a new optional device and the server is
not working, complete the following steps before you use the troubleshooting
tables:
1. Check the system-error LED on the operator information panel; if it is lit, check
the LEDs on the system board (see “System-board LEDs” on page 22).
2. Remove the software or device that you just added.
3. Run the diagnostic tests to determine whether the server is running correctly.
4. Reinstall the new software or new device.
DVD drive problems
solved.
Symptom Action
The optional DVD drive is not 1. Make sure that:
recognized.
v The SATA channel to which the DVD drive is attached (primary) is enabled
in the Setup utility.
v All cables and jumpers are installed correctly (see “Internal cable routing
and connectors” on page 398).
v The signal cable and connector are not damaged and the connector pins are
not bent.
v All damaged parts are repaired or replaced.
v The correct device driver is installed for the DVD drive.
2. Run the DVD drive diagnostic programs and select the optical drive test. See
“Running the diagnostic programs” on page 287.
3. Reseat the following components:
a. DVD drive
b. DVD drive cable
4. Replace the components listed in step 3 one at a time, in the order shown,
restarting the server each time.
The CD or DVD drive is not 1. Clean the CD or DVD.
working correctly.
2. Replace the CD or DVD with new CD or DVD media
3. Run the DVD drive diagnostic programs.
4. Reseat the DVD drive.
5. Replace the DVD drive.
The DVD drive tray is not 1. Make sure that the server is turned on.
working.
2. Insert the end of a straightened paper clip into the manual tray-release
opening.
3. Reseat the DVD drive.
4. Replace the DVD drive.

General problems
solved.
Symptom Action
A cover latch is broken, an LED If the part is a CRU, replace it. If the part is a FRU, the part must be replaced by a
is not working, or a similar trained service technician.
problem has occurred.
The server is hung while the 1. See “Nx boot failure” on page 375 for more information.
screen is on. Cannot start the
2. See “Recovering the server firmware” on page 371 for more information.
Setup utility by pressing F1.
Hard disk drive problems

solved.
Symptom Action
A hard disk drive has failed, Replace the failed hard disk drive (see “Removing a hot-swap hard disk drive” on
and the associated amber hard page 440 and “Replacing a hot-swap hard disk drive” on page 440).
disk drive status LED is lit.
solved.
Symptom Action
An installed hard disk drive is 1. Observe the associated amber hard disk drive status LED. If the LED is lit, it
not recognized. indicates a drive fault.
2. If the LED is lit, remove the drive from the bay, wait 45 seconds, and reinsert
the drive, making sure that the drive assembly connects to the hard disk drive
backplane.
3. Observe the associated green hard disk drive activity LED and the amber
status LED:
v If the green activity LED is flashing and the amber status LED is not lit, the
drive is recognized by the controller and is working correctly. Run the DSA
hard disk drive test to determine whether the drive is detected.
v If the green activity LED is flashing and the amber status LED is flashing
slowly, the drive is recognized by the controller and is rebuilding.
v If neither LED is lit or flashing, check the hard disk drive backplane (go to
step 4).
v If the green activity LED is flashing and the amber status LED is lit, replace
the drive. If the activity of the LEDs remains the same, go to step 4. If the
activity of the LEDs changes, return to step 1.
4. Make sure that the hard disk drive backplane is correctly seated. When it is
correctly seated, the drive assemblies correctly connect to the backplane
without bowing or causing movement of the backplane.
5. Move the hard disk drives to different bays to determine if the drive or the
backplane is not functioning.
6. Reseat the backplane power cable and repeat steps 1 through 3.
7. Reseat the backplane signal cable and repeat steps 1 through 3.
8. Suspect the backplane signal cable or the backplane:
v If the server has eight hot-swap bays:
a. Replace the affected backplane signal cable.
b. Replace the affected backplane.
v If the server has 12 hot-swap bays:
a. Replace the backplane signal cable.
b. Replace the backplane.
c. Replace the SAS expander card.
Multiple hard disk drives fail. Make sure that the hard disk drive, SAS RAID controller, and server device
drivers and firmware are at the latest level.
Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated code
updates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest level of
code is supported for the cluster solution before you update the code.
Multiple hard disk drives are 1. Review the storage subsystem logs for indications of problems within the
offline. storage subsystem, such as backplane or cable problems.

solved.
Symptom Action
A replacement hard disk drive 1. Make sure that the hard disk drive is recognized by the controller (the green
does not rebuild. hard disk drive activity LED is flashing).
2. Review the SAS RAID controller documentation to determine the correct
configuration parameters and settings.
A green hard disk drive activity 1. If the green hard disk drive activity LED does not flash when the drive is in
LED does not accurately use, run the DSA Preboot diagnostic programs to collect error logs (see
represent the actual state of the “Running the diagnostic programs” on page 287.
associated drive.
2. Use one of the following procedures:
v If there is a hard disk error log, replace the affect hard disk drive.
v If there is a no hard disk error log, replace the affect backplane.
An amber hard disk drive 1. If the amber hard disk drive LED and the RAID controller software do not
status LED does not accurately indicate the same status for the drive, complete the following steps:
represent the actual state of the
a. Turn off the server.
associated drive.
b. Reseat the SAS controller.
c. Reseat the backplane signal cable, backplane power cable, and SAS
expander card (if the server has 12 drive bays).
d. Reseat the hard disk drive.
e. Turn on the server and observe the activity of the hard disk drive LEDs.
Hypervisor problems
solved.
Symptom Action
If an optional hypervisor device 1. Make sure that the optional hypervisor device is selected on the boot menu (in
is not listed in the expected the Setup utility and in F12).
boot order, doesn't appear in
2. Make sure that the hypervisor internal flash memory device is seated in the
the list of boot devices at all, or
connector correctly (see s and “Replacing a USB hypervisor memory key” on
a similar problem has occurred.
page 413).
3. See the documentation that comes with your optional hypervisor device for
setup and configuration information.
4. Make sure that other software works on the server.
Intermittent problems
solved.
Symptom Action
A problem occurs only 1. Make sure that:
occasionally and is difficult to v All cables and cords are connected securely to the rear of the server and
diagnose. attached devices.
v When the server is turned on, air is flowing from the fan grille. If there is no
airflow, the fans are not working. This can cause the server to overheat and
shut down.
2. Check the system event log or IMM event log (see “Event logs” on page 28).
3. Make sure that the server and IMM firmware has been updated to the most
recent code levels.
4. Review the operating system logs.
5. Contact your operating-system vendor to set up any available tools that are
capable of monitoring the server.
6. If an error occurs, run the DSA program and forward the results to IBM
service and support for analysis.
7. See “Solving undetermined problems” on page 378.
The server resets (restarts) 1. If the reset occurs during POST and the POST watchdog timer is enabled (click
occasionally. Advanced Setup --> Integrated Management Module (IMM) Setting --> IMM
Post Watchdog in the Setup utility to see the POST watchdog setting), make
sure that sufficient time is allowed in the watchdog timeout value (IMM POST
Watchdog Timeout). See the Installation and User’s Guide for information about
the settings in the Setup utility.
If the server continues to reset during POST, see “POST” on page 274 and
“Diagnostic programs, messages, and error codes” on page 287.
2. If the reset occurs after the operating system starts, disable any automatic
server restart (ASR) utilities, such as the IBM Automatic Server Restart IPMI
Application for Windows, or any ASR devices that are installed.
Note: ASR utilities operate as operating-system utilities and are related to the
IPMI device driver.
If the reset continues to occur after the operating system starts, the operating
system might have a problem; see “Software problems” on page 359.
3. If neither condition applies, check the system-event log (see “Event logs” on
page 28).

USB keyboard, mouse, or pointing-device problems
solved.
Symptom Action
All or some keys on the 1. If you have installed a USB keyboard, run the Setup utility and enable
keyboard do not work. keyboardless operation to prevent the POST error message 301 from being
displayed during startup.
2. See http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/
us/ for keyboard compatibility.
3. Make sure that:
v The keyboard cable is securely connected.
v The server and the monitor are turned on.
4. Move the keyboard cable to a different USB connector.
5. Replace the following components one at a time, in the order shown, restarting
the server each time:
a. Keyboard
b. (Only if the problem occurred with a front USB connector) Internal USB
cable
The USB mouse or USB 1. Make sure that:
pointing device does not work.
v The mouse is compatible with the server. See http://www.ibm.com/
systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/.
v The mouse or pointing-device USB cable is securely connected to the server,
and the device drivers are installed correctly.
v The server and the monitor are turned on.
2. If a USB hub is in use, disconnect the USB device from the hub and connect it
directly to the server.
3. Move the mouse or pointing device cable to another USB connector.
a. Mouse or pointing device
b. (Only if the problem occurred with a front USB connector) Internal USB
cable
Memory problems
solved.
v For additional memory troubleshooting information, refer to the "Troubleshooting Memory - IBM BladeCenter
and System x" document at http://www-947.ibm.com/support/entry/portal/docdisplay?brand=5000020
&lndocid=MIGR-5081319.
Symptom Action
The amount of system memory Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you must disconnect the server
that is displayed is less than the from the power source; then, wait 10 seconds before restarting the server.
amount of installed physical 1. Make sure that:
memory.
v No error LEDs are lit on the operator information panel.
v Memory mirroring does not account for the discrepancy.
v The memory modules are seated correctly.
v You have installed the correct type of memory (see “Installing a memory
v If you changed the memory, you updated the memory configuration in the
Setup utility.
v All banks of memory are enabled. The server might have automatically
disabled a memory bank when it detected a problem, or a memory bank
might have been manually disabled.
2. Check the POST event log for error message 289:
v If a DIMM was disabled by a systems-management interrupt (SMI), replace
the DIMM.
v If a DIMM was disabled by the user or by POST, run the Setup utility and
enable the DIMM.
3. Run memory diagnostics (see “Running the diagnostic programs” on page
287).
4. Make sure that there is no memory mismatch when the server is at the
minimum memory configuration (one 1 GB DIMM in slot 3).
5. Add one pair of DIMMs at a time, making sure that the DIMMs in each pair
match. Install the DIMMs in the sequence that is described in “Installing a
memory module” on page 450.
6. Reseat the DIMMs, and then restart the server.
7. Reverse the DIMMs between the channels (of the same microprocessor), and
then restart the server. If the problem is related to a DIMM, replace the failing
DIMM.
8. (Trained service technician only) Install the failing DIMM into a DIMM
connector for microprocessor 2 (if installed) to verify that the problem is not
the microprocessor or the DIMM connector.
9. (Trained service technician only) Replace the system board.

solved.
v For additional memory troubleshooting information, refer to the "Troubleshooting Memory - IBM BladeCenter
and System x" document at http://www-947.ibm.com/support/entry/portal/docdisplay?brand=5000020
&lndocid=MIGR-5081319.
Symptom Action
Multiple rows of DIMMs in a Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you must disconnect the server
branch are identified as failing. from the power source; then, wait 10 seconds before restarting the server.
1. Reseat the DIMMs; then, restart the server.
2. Remove the lowest-numbered DIMM pair of those that are identified and
replace it with an identical pair of known good DIMMs; then, restart the
server. Repeat as necessary. If the failures continue after all identified pairs are
replaced, go to step 4.
3. Return the removed DIMMs, one pair at a time, to their original connectors,
restarting the server after each pair, until a pair fails. Replace each DIMM in
the failed pair with an identical known good DIMM, restarting the server after
each DIMM. Replace the failed DIMM. Repeat step 3 until you have tested all
removed DIMMs.
4. Replace the lowest-numbered DIMM pair of those identified; then, restart the
server. Repeat as necessary.
DIMM.
Multiple rows of DIMMs in a Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you must disconnect the server
branch are identified as failing. from the power source; then, wait 10 seconds before restarting the server.
Note: The highest-numbered 1. Reseat the DIMMs; then, restart the server.
DIMM failed disabling other
2. Remove the DIMM with lit error LED and replace it with an identical known
DIMM(s) in the same channel.
good DIMM; then, restart the server. Repeat as necessary. If the failures
continue after all identified DIMMs are replaced, go to step 4.
3. Return the removed DIMMs, one at a time, to their original connectors,
restarting the server after each DIMM, until a DIMM fails. Replace each failing
DIMM with an identical known good DIMM, restarting the server after each
DIMM replacement. Repeat step 3 until you have tested all removed DIMMs.
4. Replace the DIMM with lit error LED; then, restart the server. Repeat as
necessary.
DIMM.
Microprocessor problems
solved.
Symptom Action
The server goes directly to the 1. Correct any errors that are indicated by the LEDs (see “Light path diagnostics
POST Event Viewer when LEDs” on page 363).
turned on.
2. Make sure that the server supports all the microprocessors and that the
microprocessors match in speed and cache size. To compare the microprocessor
information, run the Setup utility and select System Information, then select
System Summary , and then Processor Details.
3. (Trained service technician only) Reseat the microprocessors.
4. (Trained service technician only) Remove microprocessor 2 and restart the
server.
5. (Trained service technician only) Replace the following components, in the
order shown, restarting the server each time:
v Microprocessors
v System board
Monitor or video problems

Some IBM monitors have their own self-tests. If you suspect a problem with your
monitor, see the documentation that comes with the monitor for instructions for
testing and adjusting the monitor. If you cannot diagnose the problem, call for
service.
solved.
Symptom Action
Testing the monitor. 1. Make sure that the monitor cables are firmly connected.
2. Try using the other video port.
3. Try using a different monitor on the server, or try testing the monitor on a
different server.
4. Run the diagnostic programs (see “Running the diagnostic programs” on page
287). If the monitor passes the diagnostic programs, the problem might be a
video device driver.
5. (Trained service technician only) Replace the system board

solved.
Symptom Action
The screen is blank. 1. If the server is attached to a KVM switch, bypass the KVM switch to eliminate
it as a possible cause of the problem: connect the monitor cable directly to the
correct connector on the rear of the server.
2. The IMM remote presence function is disabled if you install an optional video
adapter. To use the IMM remote presence function, remove the optional video
adapter.
3. Make sure that:
v The server is turned on. If there is no power to the server, see “Power
problems” on page 353.
v The monitor cables are connected correctly.
v The monitor is turned on and the brightness and contrast controls are
adjusted correctly.
4. Make sure that the correct server is controlling the monitor, if applicable.
5. Make sure that damaged server firmware is not affecting the video; see
“Recovering the server firmware” on page 371 for information about
recovering from server firmware failure.
6. Observe the checkpoint LEDs on the light path diagnostics panel; if the codes
are changing, go to the next step.
a. Monitor
b. Video adapter (if one is installed)
8. See “Solving undetermined problems” on page 378 for information about
solving undetermined problems.
The monitor works when you 1. Make sure that:
turn on the server, but the
v The application program is not setting a display mode that is higher than
screen goes blank when you
the capability of the monitor.
start some application
programs. v You installed the necessary device drivers for the application.
2. Run video diagnostics (see “Running the diagnostic programs” on page 287).
v If the server passes the video diagnostics, the video is good; see “Solving
undetermined problems” on page 378 for information about solving
undetermined problems.
v If the server fails the video diagnostics, (trained service technician only)
replace the system board.
solved.
Symptom Action
The monitor has screen jitter, or 1. If the monitor self-tests show that the monitor is working correctly, consider
the screen image is wavy, the location of the monitor. Magnetic fields around other devices (such as
unreadable, rolling, or transformers, appliances, fluorescent lights, and other monitors) can cause
distorted. screen jitter or wavy, unreadable, rolling, or distorted screen images. If this
happens, turn off the monitor.
Attention: Moving a color monitor while it is turned on might cause screen
discoloration.
Move the device and the monitor at least 305 mm (12 in.) apart, and turn on
the monitor.
Note:
a. To prevent diskette drive read/write errors, make sure that the distance
between the monitor and any external diskette drive is at least 76 mm (3
in.).
b. Non-IBM monitor cables might cause unpredictable problems.
2. Reseat the monitor cable
a. Monitor cable
b. Video adapter (if one is installed)
c. Monitor
d. (Trained service technician only) System board
Wrong characters appear on the 1. If the wrong language is displayed, update the server firmware with the
screen. correct language.
2. Reseat the monitor cable.
a. Monitor
b. (Trained service technician only) System board

Optional-device problems
solved.
Symptom Action
An IBM optional device that 1. Make sure that:
was just installed does not v The device is designed for the server (see http://www.ibm.com/systems/
work. info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/).
v You followed the installation instructions that came with the device and the
device is installed correctly.
v You have not loosened any other installed devices or cables.
v You updated the configuration information in the Setup utility. Whenever
memory or any other device is changed, you must update the configuration.
2. Reseat the device that you just installed.
3. Replace the device that you just installed.
An IBM optional device that 1. Make sure that all of the hardware and cable connections for the device are
used to work does not work secure.
now.
2. If the device comes with test instructions, use those instructions to test the
device.
3. Reseat the failing device.
4. Follow the instructions for device maintenance, such as keeping the heads
clean, and troubleshooting in the documentation that comes with the device.
5. Replace the failing device.
Power problems
solved.
Symptom Action
The power-control button does 1. Make sure Make sure that both power supplies installed in the server are of
not work, and the reset button the same type. Mixing different power supplies in the server will cause a
does not work (the server does system error (the system-error LED on the front panel turns on and the PS and
not start). CNFG LEDs on the operator information panel are lit).
Note: The power-control button
2. Make sure that:
will not function until
v The power cords are correctly connected to the server and to a working
approximately 3 minutes after
electrical outlet.
the server has been connected
v The type of memory that is installed is correct.
to power.
v The LEDs on the power supply do not indicate a problem (see
“Power-supply LEDs” on page 367).
v The microprocessors are installed in the correct sequence.
3. Make sure that the power-control button and the reset button are working
correctly:
a. Disconnect the server power cords.
b. Reseat the operator information panel assembly cable.
c. Reconnect the power cords.
d. Press the power-control button to restart the server. If the button does not
work, replace the operator information panel assembly.
e. Press the reset button (on the light path diagnostics panel) to restart the
server. If the button does not work, replace the operator information panel
assembly.
a. Hot-swap power supplies
b. (Trained service technician only) System board
5. See “Solving power problems” on page 376.
6. See “Solving undetermined problems” on page 378.

solved.
Symptom Action
The OVER SPEC LED on the 1. Disconnect the server power cords.
light path diagnostics panel is
2. Remove the following components:
lit, and the 12v channel A LED
on the system board is lit. v Optical drive
v Fans
v Hard disk drives
v Hard disk drive backplanes
3. Restart the server. If the OVER SPEC and 12v channel LEDs are still lit,
(trained service technician only) replace the system board.
4. Reinstall the components listed in step 2 one at a time, in the order shown,
restarting the server each time. If the 12v channel A LED is lit, the component
that you just reinstalled is defective. Replace the defective component.
v Fans
v Hard disk drive backplanes
v Hard disk drives
v Optical drive
lit, and the 12v channel B LED
on the system board is lit. v PCI riser-card assembly in PCI connector 1 on the system board
v All DIMMs
v (Trained service technician only) Microprocessor 2
restarting the server each time. If the 12v channel B LED is lit, the component
v All DIMMs
v PCI riser-card assembly in PCI connector 1
solved.
Symptom Action
lit, and the 12v channel C LED
on the system board is lit. v Tape drive, if one is installed (see “Removing a tape drive” on page 446for
more information)
v SAS riser-card assembly
v DIMMs 1 through 9
3. Move switch 2 on switch block 4 (SW4) to the On position to force power on;
then, restart the server. If the OVER SPEC and 12v channel LEDs are still lit,
restarting the server each time. If the 12v channel C LED is lit, the component
v DIMMs 1 through 9
v Tape drive, if one is installed (see “Replacing a tape drive” on page 447 for
more information)
2. (Trained service technician only) Remove microprocessor 1.
lit, and the 12v channel D LED
on the system board is lit. 3. Move switch 2 on switch block 4 (SW4) to the On position to force power on;
then, restart the server. If the OVER SPEC and 12v channel LEDs are still lit,
4. (Trained service technician only) Move switch on switch block back to the Off
position; then, reinstall microprocessor 1.
5. Restart the server. If the 12v channel D LED is lit, (trained service technician
only) replace microprocessor 1.

solved.
Symptom Action
lit, and the 12v channel E LED
on the system board is lit. v Optional PCI video graphics adapter power cable, if one is installed
(connector J154 on the system board)
v Optional PCI video graphics adapter, if one is installed
v PCI riser-card assembly in PCI connector 2 on the system board
restarting the server each time. If the 12v channel E LED is lit, the component
a. (Trained service technician only) Microprocessor 2
b. PCI riser-card assembly in PCI connector 2 on the system board
c. Optional PCI video graphics adapter, if one was installed
d. Power cable from optional PCI video graphics adapter to connector J154 on
the system board, if you removed one in step 2.
lit, and the 240 V AUX failure
LED on the system board is lit. v All PCI adapters and PCI riser-card assemblies
v Operator information panel assembly
v Optional two-port Ethernet adapter, if installed
3. Move switch 2 on switch block 4 (SW4) to the On position to force power on;
then, restart the server. If the OVER SPEC and the 240 V ac AUX failure LEDs
are still lit, (trained service technician only) replace the system board.
4. Reinstall the components listed in step 2, one at a time, in the order shown,
restarting the server each time. If the 240 V ac AUX failure LED is lit, the
component that you just reinstalled is defective. Replace the defective
component.
v Operator information panel assembly
v Optional two-port Ethernet adapter, if installed
v All PCI adapters and PCI riser-card assemblies
The server does not turn off. 1. Turn off the server by pressing the power-control button for 5 seconds.
3. If the server fails POST and the power-control button does not work,
disconnect the power cord for 20 seconds; then, reconnect the power cord and
restart the server.
4. If the problem remains, suspect the system board.
solved.
Symptom Action
The server unexpectedly shuts See “Solving undetermined problems” on page 378.
down, and the LEDs on the
operator information panel are
not lit.
Serial device problems

solved.
Symptom Action
The number of serial ports that 1. Make sure that:
are identified by the operating v Each port is assigned a unique address in the Setup utility and none of the
system is less than the number serial ports is disabled.
of installed serial ports. v The serial-port adapter (if one is present) is seated correctly.
2. Reseat the serial port adapter, if one is present.
3. Replace the serial port adapter, if one is present.
A serial device does not work. 1. Make sure that:
v The device is compatible with the server.
v The serial port is enabled and is assigned a unique address.
v The device is connected to the correct connector (see “Rear view” on page
14).
2. Reseat the following components:
a. Failing serial device
b. Serial cable
a. Failing serial device
b. Serial cable

ServerGuide problems
solved.
Symptom Action
The ServerGuide Setup and 1. Make sure that the server supports the ServerGuide program and has a
Installation CD will not start. startable (bootable) CD or DVD drive.
2. If the startup (boot) sequence settings have been changed, make sure that the
CD or DVD drive is first in the startup sequence.
3. If more than one CD or DVD drive is installed, make sure that only one drive
is set as the primary drive. Start the CD from the primary drive.
The ServeRAID program cannot 1. Make sure that there are no duplicate IRQ assignments.
view all installed drives, or the 2. Make sure that the hard disk drive is connected correctly.
operating system cannot be 3. Make sure that the hard disk drive cables are securely connected (see “Internal
installed. cable routing and connectors” on page 398).
The operating-system Make more space available on the hard disk.
installation program
continuously loops.
The ServerGuide program will Make sure that the operating-system CD is supported by the ServerGuide
not start the operating-system program. For a list of supported operating-system versions, go to
CD. http://www.ibm.com/systems/management/serverguide/sub.html, click IBM
Service and Support Site, click the link for your ServerGuide version, and scroll
down to the list of supported Microsoft Windows operating systems.
Make sure that the server supports the operating system. If it does, no logical
The operating system cannot be drive is defined (RAID servers). Run the ServerGuide program and make sure that
installed; the option is not setup is complete.
available.
Software problems
solved.
Symptom Action
You suspect a software 1. To determine whether the problem is caused by the software, make sure that:
problem. v The server has the minimum memory that is needed to use the software. For
memory requirements, see the information that comes with the software. If
you have just installed an adapter or memory, the server might have a
memory-address conflict.
v The software is designed to operate on the server.
v Other software works on the server.
v The software works on another server.
2. If you received any error messages when using the software, see the
information that comes with the software for a description of the messages and
suggested solutions to the problem.
3. Contact the software vendor.
Universal Serial Bus (USB) port problems

solved.
Symptom Action
A USB device does not work. 1. Make sure that:
v The correct USB device driver is installed.
v The operating system supports USB devices.
2. Make sure that the USB configuration options are set correctly in the Setup
utility menu (see the Installation and User’s Guide for more information).
3. If you are using a USB hub, disconnect the USB device from the hub and
connect it directly to the server.
4. Move the device cable to a different USB connector.

Video problems
See “Monitor or video problems” on page 349.
Light path diagnostics

About this task
Light path diagnostics is a system of LEDs on various external and internal

components of the server. When an error occurs, LEDs are lit throughout the
server. By viewing the LEDs in a particular order, you can often identify the source
of the error.
When LEDs are lit to indicate an error, they remain lit when the server is turned
off, provided that the server is still connected to power and the power supply is
operating correctly.
Before you work inside the server to view light path diagnostics LEDs, read the
safety information that begins on page “Safety” on page vii and “Handling
static-sensitive devices” on page 398.
If an error occurs, view the light path diagnostics LEDs in the following order:
1. Look at the operator information panel on the front of the server.
v If the information LED is lit, it indicates that information about a suboptimal
condition in the server is available in the IMM event log or in the system
event log.
v If the system-error LED is lit, it indicates that an error has occurred; go to
step 2.
The following illustration shows the operator information panel.
Operator information
panel
Light path
diagnostics LEDs
Release latch
Figure 17. Operator information panel
2. To view the light path diagnostics panel, slide the latch to the left on the front
of the operator information panel and pull the panel forward. This reveals the
light path diagnostics panel. Lit LEDs on this panel indicate the type of error
that has occurred.
Figure 18. Operator information panel
The following illustration shows the light path diagnostics panel.

A checkpoint code is either a byte or a word value produced by server
firmware and sent to the I/O port indicating the point at which the system
stopped during the boot block and power-on self test (POST). It does not
provide error codes or suggest replacement components. These codes can be
used by IBM service and support for more in-depth troubleshooting.
Checkpoint
code display
Figure 19. Light path diagnostics panel
Note any LEDs that are lit, and then push the light path diagnostics panel back
into the server.
Note:
a. Do not run the server for an extended period of time while the light path
diagnostics panel is pulled out of the server.
b. Light path diagnostics LEDs remain lit only while the server is connected to
power.
Look at the system service label on the top of the server, which gives an
overview of internal components that correspond to the LEDs on the light path
diagnostics panel. This information and the information in “Light path
diagnostics LEDs” on page 363 can often provide enough information to
diagnose the error.
3. Remove the server cover and look inside the server for lit LEDs. A lit LED on
or beside a component identifies the component that is causing the error.
The following illustration shows the LEDs on the system board.

Figure 20. LEDs
12v channel error LEDs indicate an overcurrent condition. Table 12 on page 376
identifies the components that are associated with each power channel, and the
order in which to troubleshoot the components.
The following illustration shows the LEDs on the riser card.
Figure 21. LEDs on the riser card.
Remind button
You can use the remind button on the light path diagnostics panel to put the
system-error LED on the operator information panel into Remind mode.
When you press the remind button, you acknowledge the error but indicate that
you will not take immediate action. The system-error LED flashes while it is in
Remind mode and stays in Remind mode until one of the following conditions
occurs:
v All known errors are corrected.
v The server is restarted.
v A new error occurs, causing the system-error LED to be lit again.
Light path diagnostics LEDs

The following table describes the LEDs on the light path diagnostics panel and
suggested actions to correct the detected problems.
Note: Check the system-event log and the IMM event log for additional
information before you replace a FRU.
LED Problem Action

None, but An error has occurred and cannot be
the diagnosed, or the IMM has failed. The Use the Setup utility to check the system-event log for
system- error is not represented by a light path information about the error.
error LED diagnostics LED.
is lit.
BRD An error has occurred on the system 1. Check the LEDs on the system board to identify the
board. component that is causing the error. The BRD LED can be
lit for the following conditions:
v Battery
v Missing PCI riser-card assembly
v Failed voltage regulator
2. Check the system-event log for information about the error.
3. Replace any failed or missing replaceable components,
such as the battery (see “Removing the battery” on page
463 for more information) or PCI riser-card assembly (see
“Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 414 for
more information).
4. If a voltage regulator has failed, replace the system board.

LED Problem Action
CNFG A hardware configuration error has 1. If the CNFG LED and the CPU LED are lit, complete the
occurred. (This LED is used with the following steps:
MEM and CPU LEDs.)
a. Check the microprocessors that were just installed to
make sure that they are compatible with each other (see
“Replacing a microprocessor and heat sink” on page
477 for additional information about microprocessor
requirements).
b. (Trained service technician only) Replace the
incompatible microprocessor.
c. Check the system-error logs for information about the
error. Replace any components that are identified in the
error log.
2. If the CNFG LED and the MEM LED are lit, complete the
following steps:
a. Check the system-event log in the Setup utility or IMM
error messages. Follow steps indicated in “POST error
codes” on page 274 and “Integrated management
module error messages” on page 31.
CPU 1. Determine whether the CNFG LED is also lit. If the CNFG
When only the CPU LED is lit, a
LED is not lit, a microprocessor has failed.
microprocessor has failed.
a. Make sure that the failing microprocessor, which is
When the CPU and CNFG LEDs are lit, indicated by a lit LED on the system board, is installed
an invalid microprocessor configuration correctly. See “Replacing a microprocessor and heat
has occurred. sink” on page 477 for information about installing a
microprocessor.
b. If the failure remains, go to http://www.ibm.com/
support/entry/portal/docdisplay?lndocid=SERV-CALL
for additional troubleshooting information.
2. If the CNFG LED is lit, then an invalid microprocessor
configuration has occurred.
a. Make sure that the microprocessors are compatible with
each other. They must match in speed and cache size.
To compare the microprocessor information, run the
Setup utility and select System Information, then select
System Summary, and then select Processor Details.
b. (Trained service technician only) Replace an
incompatible microprocessor.
c. If the failure remains, go to http://www.ibm.com/
support/entry/portal/docdisplay?lndocid=SERV-CALL
for additional troubleshooting information.
LED Problem Action
DASD A hard disk drive error has occurred. A 1. Check the LEDs on the hard disk drives for the drive with
hard disk drive has failed or is missing. a lit status LED and reseat the hard disk drive.
2. Reseat the hard disk drive backplane.
3. For more information, see “Hard disk drive problems” on
page 342.
4. If the error remains, replace the following components in
the order listed, restarting the server after each:
a. Replace the hard disk drive (see “Removing a hot-swap
hard disk drive” on page 440 for more information).
b. Replace the hard disk drive backplane (see “Removing
the SAS hard disk drive backplane” on page 469 for
more information).
5. If the problem remains, go to http://www.ibm.com/
support/entry/portal/docdisplay?lndocid=SERV-CALL.
FAN A fan has failed, is operating too slowly, 1. Reseat the failing fan, which is indicated by a lit LED near
or has been removed. The TEMP LED the fan connector on the system board..
might also be lit.
2. Replace the failing fan, which is indicated by a lit LED
near the fan connector on the system board (see
“Removing a hot-swap fan” on page 457 for more
information).
Note:
1. If an LED that is next to an unused fan connector on the
system board is lit, a PCI riser-card assembly might be
missing; replace the PCI riser-card assembly. One PCI
riser-card assembly must always be present in PCI riser
connector 2.
2. When the BRD LED is lit and all cooling zones all asserted
at the same time by removing the cover and check if PCI
riser-card 2 LED is on.
LINK Reserved.
LOG An error message has been written to Check the IMM system event log and the system-error log for
the system-event log information about the error. Replace any components that are
identified in the error logs. (See “Event logs” on page 28 for
more information.)

LED Problem Action
MEM When only the MEM LED is lit, a Note: Each time you install or remove a DIMM, you must
memory error has occurred. When both disconnect the server from the power source; then, wait 10
the MEM and CNFG LEDs are lit, the seconds before restarting the server.
memory configuration is invalid or the 1. If the MEM LED and the CNFG LED are lit, complete the
PCI Option ROM is out of resource. following steps:
a. Check the system-event log in the Setup utility or IMM
2. If the CNFG LED is not lit, the system might detect a
memory error. Complete the following steps to correct the
problem:
a. Update the server firmware to the latest level (see
b. Reseat the DIMM.
c. Check the system-event log in the Setup utility or IMM
NMI A nonmaskable interrupt has occurred, Check the system-event log for information about the error.
or the NMI button has been pressed.
OVER The server was shut down because of a 1. If any of the power channel error LEDs (A, B, C, D, E, or
SPEC power-supply overload condition on AUX) on the system board are lit also, see the section
one of the power channels. The power about power-channel error LEDs in “Power problems” on
supplies are using more power than page 353. (See “Internal connectors, LEDs, and jumpers”
their maximum rating. on page 16 for the location of the power channel error
LEDs.)
2. Check the power-supply LEDs for an error indication (AC
LED and DC LED are not both lit, or the information LED
is lit). Replace a failing power supply.
3. Remove optional devices from the server.
PCI An error has occurred on a PCI bus or 1. Check the LEDs on the PCI slots to identify the component
on the system board. An additional that is causing the error.
LED is lit next to a failing PCI slot. 2. Check the system-event log for information about the error.
3. If you cannot isolate the failing adapter through the LEDs
and the information in the system-event log, remove one
adapter at a time from the failing PCI bus, and restart the
server after each adapter is removed.
4. If the failure remains, go tohttp://www.ibm.com/support/
entry/portal/docdisplay?lndocid=SERV-CALL for
additional troubleshooting information.
PS A power supply has failed. Power 1. Check the power-supply that has an lit amber LED (see
supply 1 or 2 has failed. When both the “Power-supply LEDs” on page 367).
PS and CNFG LEDs are lit, the power
2. Make sure that the power supplies are seated correctly.
supply configuration is invalid.
3. Remove one of the power supplies to isolate the failed
power supply.
4. Make sure that both power supplies installed in the server
are of the same type.
5. Replace the failed power supply.
RAID Reserved
LED Problem Action
SP The service processor (the IMM) has 1. Remove power from the server; then, reconnect the server
failed. to power and restart the server.
2. Update the firmware on the IMM.
3. If the failure remains, go to http://www.ibm.com/
support/entry/portal/docdisplay?lndocid=SERV-CALL for
TEMP The system temperature has exceeded a 1. Check the error log to identify where the over-temperature
threshold level. A failing fan can cause condition was measured. If a fan has failed, replace it.
the TEMP LED to be lit. 2. Make sure that the room temperature is not too high. See
“Features and specifications” on page 7 for temperature
information.
3. Make sure that the air vents are not blocked.
4. If the failure remains, go to http://www.ibm.com/
support/entry/portal/docdisplay?lndocid=SERV-CALL for
VRM Reserved.
Power-supply LEDs
The following minimum configuration is required for the DC LED on the power
supply to be lit:
v Power supply
v Power cord
v
The following minimum configuration is required for the server to start:

v One microprocessor (slot 1)
v One 2 GB DIMM per microprocessor on the system board (slot 3 if only one
microprocessor is installed)
v One power supply
v Power cord
v Three cooling fans
v One PCI riser-card assembly in PCI riser connector 2
v ServeRAID SAS controller
The following illustration shows the locations of the power-supply LEDs.

Figure 22. Power-supply LEDs
The following table describes the problems that are indicated by various
combinations of the power-supply LEDs and the power-on LED on the operator
information panel and suggested actions to correct the detected problems.
Table 11. Power-supply LEDs
solved.
AC power-supply LEDs
AC DC Error Description Action Notes
Off Off Off No ac power to 1. Check the ac power to the server. This is a normal
the server or a condition when no
2. Make sure that the power cord is
problem with the ac power is present.
connected to a functioning power
ac power source
source.
3. Turn the server off and then turn the
server back on.
4. If the problem remains, replace the
power supply.
Off Off On No ac power to 1. Replace the power supply. This happens only
the server or a when a second
2. Make sure that the power cord is
problem with the power supply is
connected to a functioning power
ac power source providing power to
source.
and the power the server.
supply had
detected an
internal problem
Off On Off Faulty power Replace the power supply.
supply
Off On On Faulty power Replace the power supply.
supply
Table 11. Power-supply LEDs (continued)
solved.
AC power-supply LEDs
AC DC Error Description Action Notes
On Off Off Power-supply 1. (Trained service technician only) Typically indicates
not fully seated, Reseat the power supply. that a power supply
faulty system is not fully seated.
2. If a power channel error LED on the
board, or faulty
system board is not lit, replace the
power-supply
power-supply (see the documentation
that comes with the power supply for
instructions).
3. If a power channel error LED on the
system board is lit, (trained service
technician only) replace the system
board.
On Off or On Faulty power Replace the power supply.
Flashing supply
On On Off Normal
operation
On On On Power supply is Replace the power supply.
faulty but still
operational
The following table describes the problems that are indicated by various
combinations of the power-supply LEDs on a dc power supply and suggested
actions to correct the detected problems.
DC power-supply LEDs
IN OK OUT OK Error (!) Description Action Notes
On On Off Normal operation
Off Off Off No dc power to the 1. Check the dc power to the This is a normal
server or a problem server. condition when no dc
with the dc power power is present.
2. Make sure that the power
source.
cord is connected to a
functioning power source.
3. Restart the server. If the error
remains, check the
power-supply LEDs.
4. Replace the power-supply.

DC power-supply LEDs
IN OK OUT OK Error (!) Description Action Notes
Off Off On No dc power to the v Make sure that the power This happens only
server or a problem cord is connected to a when a second power
with the dc power functioning power source. supply is providing
source and the power to the server.
v Replace the power supply (see
power-supply had
the documentation that comes
detected an
with the power supply for
internal problem.
instructions).
Off On Off Faulty Replace the power supply.
power-supply
Off On On Faulty Replace the power supply.
power-supply
On Off Off Power-supply not 1. (Trained service technician Typically indicates a
fully seated, faulty only) Reseat the power power-supply is not
system board, or supply. fully seated.
faulty
2. If a power channel error LED
power-supply
on the system board is not
lit, replace the power-supply
(see the documentation that
comes with the power supply
for instructions).
3. If a power channel error LED
on the system board is lit,
(trained service technician
only) replace the system
board.
On Off On Faulty Replace the power supply.
power-supply
On On On Power-supply is Replace the power supply.
faulty but still
operational
Tape alert flags

If a tape drive is installed in the server, go to http://www.ibm.com/
supportportal/ for the Tape Storage Products Problem Determination and Service Guide.
This document describes troubleshooting and problem determination information
for your tape drive.
Tape alert flags are numbered 1 through 64 and indicate specific media-changer
error conditions. Each tape alert is returned as an individual log parameter, and its
state is indicated in bit 0 of the 1-byte Parameter Value field of the log parameter.
When this bit is set to 1, the alert is active.
Each tape alert flag has one of the following severity levels:
C: Critical
W: Warning
I: Information
Different tape drives support some or all of the following flags in the tape alert
log:
Flag 2: Library Hardware B (W) This flag is set when an unrecoverable
mechanical error occurs.
Flag 4: Library Hardware D (C) This flag is set when the tape drive fails the
power-on self-test or a mechanical error occurs that requires a power cycle to
recover. This flag is internally cleared when the drive is powered-off.
Flag 13: Library Pick Retry (W) This flag is set when a high retry count
threshold is passed during an operation to pick a cartridge from a slot before
the operation succeeds. This flag is internally cleared when another pick
operation is attempted.
Flag 14: Library Place Retry (W) This flag is set when a high retry count
threshold is passed during an operation to place a cartridge back into a slot
before the operation succeeds. This flag is internally cleared when another place
operation is attempted.
Flag 15: Library Load Retry (W) This flag is set when a high retry count
threshold is passed during an operation to load a cartridge into a drive before
the operation succeeds. This flag is internally cleared when another load
operation is attempted. Note that if the load operation fails because of a media
or drive problem, the drive sets the applicable tape alert flags.
Flag 16: Library Door (C) This flag is set when media move operations cannot
be performed because a door is open. This flag is internally cleared when the
door is closed.
Flag 23: Library Scan Retry (W) This flag is set when a high retry count
threshold is passed during an operation to scan the bar code on a cartridge
before the operation succeeds. This flag is internally cleared when another bar
code scanning operation is attempted.
Recovering the server firmware

Use this information to recover the server firmware.
About this task
If the server firmware has become corrupted, such as from a power failure during
an update, you can recover the server firmware in one of two ways:
v In-band method: Recover server firmware, using either the boot block jumper
(Automated Boot Recovery) and a server Firmware Update Package Service
Pack.
v Out-of-band method: Use the IMM Web Interface to update the firmware, using
the latest server firmware update package.
Note: You can obtain a server firmware update package from one of the following
sources:
v Download the server firmware update from the World Wide Web.
v Contact your IBM service representative.
To download the server firmware update package from the World Wide Web,
complete the following steps.

4. Click System x3650 M3 to display the matrix of downloadable files for the
server.
5. Download the latest server firmware update.
The flash memory of the server consists of a primary bank and a backup bank. It is
essential that you maintain the backup bank with a bootable firmware image. If the
primary bank becomes corrupted, you can either manually boot the backup bank
with the boot block jumper, or in the case of image corruption, this will occur
automatically with the Automated Boot Recovery function.
In-band manual recovery method
To recover the server firmware and restore the server operation to the primary
bank, complete the following steps:
Procedure
1. Turn off the server, and disconnect all power cords and external cables.
2. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 402 for more
information.
3. Unlock and remove the server cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 402
for more information.
4. Locate the UEFI boot recovery jumper block (J29) on the system board.
IMM recovery jumper
(J147)
1
2
UEFI boot recovery 3 3
jumper (J29) 2
1
SW4 switch block SW3 switch block
5. Remove any adapters that impede access to the UEFI boot recovery jumper
block (J29) (see “Removing a PCI adapter from a PCI riser-card assembly” on
page 417).
6. Move the jumper from pins 1 and 2 to pins 2 and 3 to enable the UEFI
recovery mode.
7. Reinstall any adapter that you removed before (see “Installing a PCI adapter
in a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 418).
8. Reinstall the server cover (see “Replacing the cover” on page 403).
9. Reconnect all power cords and external cables and restart the server. The
power-on self-test (POST) starts.
10. Boot the server to an operating system that is supported by the firmware
update package that you downloaded.
11. Perform the firmware update by following the instructions that are in the
firmware update package readme file.
12. Copy the downloaded firmware update package into a directory.

13. From a command line, type filename-s, where filename is the name of the
executable file that you downloaded with the firmware update package.
Monitor the firmware update until completion.
14. Turn off the server and disconnect all power cords and external cables, and
then remove the server cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 402
15. Remove any adapters that impede access to the UEFI boot recovery jumper
block (J29) (see “Removing a PCI adapter from a PCI riser-card assembly” on
page 417).
16. Move the UEFI boot block recovery jumper (J29) from pins 2 and 3 back to the
primary position (pins 1 and 2).
17. Reinstall any adapter that you removed before (see “Installing a PCI adapter
in a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 418).
18. Reinstall the server cover (see “Replacing the cover” on page 403); then,
reconnect all power cords.
19. Restart the server. The power-on self-test (POST) starts. If this does not
recover the primary bank, continue with the following steps.
20. Remove the server cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 402).
21. Reset the CMOS by removing the system battery (see “Removing the battery”
on page 463).
22. Leave the system battery out of the server for approximately 5 to 15 minutes.
23. Reinstall the system battery (see “Replacing the battery” on page 465).
24. Reinstall the server cover (see “Replacing the cover” on page 403); then,
reconnect all power cords.
25. Restart the server. The power-on self-test (POST) starts.
26. If these recovery efforts fail, contact your IBM service representative for
support.
Results
See “System-board switches and jumpers” on page 18 for more information about
the switches and jumpers.
In-band automated boot recovery method
Note: Use this method if the BOARD LED on the light path diagnostics panel is lit
and there is a log entry or Booting Backup Image is displayed on the firmware
splash screen; otherwise, use the in-band manual recovery method.
1. Boot the server to an operating system that is supported by the firmware
update package that you downloaded.
2. Perform the firmware update by following the instructions that are in the
firmware update package readme file.
4. At the firmware splash screen, press F3 when prompted to restore to the
primary bank. The server boots from the primary bank.
Out-of-band method: See the IMM documentation.
Automatic boot failure recovery (ABR)
While the server is starting, if the integrated management module detects problems
with the server firmware in the primary bank, the server automatically switches to
the backup firmware bank and gives you the opportunity to recover the firmware
in the primary bank.
About this task
For instructions for recovering the UEFI firmware, see “Recovering the server
firmware” on page 371. After you have recovered the firmware in the primary
bank, complete the following steps:
Procedure
2. When the prompt Press F3 to restore to primary is displayed. Press F3 to
recover the primary bank. Pressing F3 will restart the server.
Nx boot failure
Configuration changes, such as added devices or adapter firmware updates, and
firmware or application code problems can cause the server to fail POST (the
power-on self-test). If this occurs, the server responds in either of the following
ways:
v The server restarts automatically and attempts POST again.
v The server hangs, and you must manually restart the server for the server to
attempt POST again.
After a specified number of consecutive attempts (automatic or manual), the Nx

boot failure feature causes the server to revert to the default UEFI configuration
and start the Setup utility so that you can make the necessary corrections to the
configuration and restart the server. If the server is unable to successfully complete
POST with the default configuration, there might be a problem with the system
board.
To specify the number of consecutive restart attempts that will trigger the Nx boot
failure feature, in the Setup utility, click System Settings → Operating Modes →
POST Attempts Limit. The available options are 3, 6, 9, and 255 (disable Nx boot
failure).

Solving power problems
About this task
Power problems can be difficult to solve. For example, a short circuit can exist
anywhere on any of the power distribution buses. Usually, a short circuit will
cause the power subsystem to shut down because of an overcurrent condition. To
diagnose a power problem, use the following general procedure:
Procedure
1. Turn off the server and disconnect all power cords.
2. Check for loose cables in the power subsystem. Also check for short circuits, for
example, if a loose screw is causing a short circuit on a circuit board.
3. Check the LEDs on the operator information panel (see “Light path diagnostics
LEDs” on page 363).
4. If a power-channel error LED on the system board is lit, complete the following
steps; otherwise, go to step 5. See “System-board LEDs” on page 22 for the
location of the power-channel error LEDs. Table 12 identifies the components
that are associated with each power channel and the order in which to
troubleshoot the components.
a. Disconnect the cables and power cords to all internal and external devices
(see “Internal cable routing and connectors” on page 398). Leave the
power-supply cords connected.
b. Remove each component that is associated with the LED, one at a time, in
the sequence indicated in Table 12, restarting the server each time, until the
cause of the overcurrent condition is identified.
Important: Only a trained service technician should remove or replace a
FRU, such as a microprocessor or the system board. See Chapter 4, “Parts
listing,” on page 381 to determine whether a component is a FRU.
Table 12. Components associated with power-channel error LEDs
Power-channel
error LED Components
A CD or DVD drive (optical drive), fans, hard disk drives, hard disk drive
backplanes
B PCI riser-card assembly in PCI connector 1 on the system board,
DIMMs 1 through 16, microprocessor 2
C Tape drive if one is installed, SAS riser card assembly, DIMMs 1
through 8, microprocessor 1
D Microprocessor 1, system board
E Optional PCI video graphics adapter power cable if one is installed
(connector J154 on the system board), optional PCI video graphics
adapter if one is installed, PCI riser card assembly in PCI connector 2
on the system board, microprocessor 2
AUX Power All PCI adapters and PCI riser-card assemblies, SAS riser-card
assembly, operator information panel assembly, optional two-port
Ethernet card if installed
c. Replace the identified component.

5. Remove the adapters and disconnect the cables and power cords to all internal
and external devices until the server is at the minimum configuration that is
required for the server to start (see “Solving undetermined problems” on page
378 for the minimum configuration).
6. Reconnect all power cords and turn on the server. If the server starts
successfully, replace the adapters and devices one at a time until the problem is
isolated.
Results
If the server does not start from the minimum configuration, replace the
components in the minimum configuration one at a time until the problem is
isolated.
Solving Ethernet controller problems

Use this information to solve Ethernet controller problems.
The method that you use to test the Ethernet controller depends on which
operating system you are using. See the operating-system documentation for
information about Ethernet controllers, and see the Ethernet controller
device-driver readme file.
Try the following procedures:

v Make sure that the correct and current device drivers and firmware, which come
with the server, are installed and that they are at the latest level.
code updates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest level
of code is supported for the cluster solution before you update the code.
v Make sure that the Ethernet cable is installed correctly.
– The cable must be securely attached at all connections. If the cable is attached
but the problem remains, try a different cable.
– You must use Category 5 cabling.
v Determine whether the hub supports auto-negotiation. If it does not, try
configuring the integrated Ethernet controller manually to match the speed and
duplex mode of the hub.
v Check the Ethernet controller LEDs on the rear panel of the server. These LEDs
indicate whether there is a problem with the connector, cable, or hub.
– The Ethernet link status LED is lit when the Ethernet controller receives a link
pulse from the hub. If the LED is off, there might be a defective connector or
cable or a problem with the hub.
– The Ethernet transmit/receive activity LED is lit when the Ethernet controller
sends or receives data over the Ethernet network. If the Ethernet
transmit/receive activity light is off, make sure that the hub and network are
operating and that the correct device drivers are installed.
v Check the Ethernet activity LED on the rear of the server. The Ethernet activity
LED is lit when data is active on the Ethernet network. If the Ethernet activity
LED is off, make sure that the hub and network are operating and that the
correct device drivers are installed.
v Check for operating-system-specific causes of the problem.
v Make sure that the device drivers on the client and server are using the same
protocol.
If the Ethernet controller still cannot connect to the network but the hardware
appears to be working, the network administrator must investigate other possible
causes of the error.

Solving undetermined problems
About this task
If the diagnostic tests did not diagnose the failure or if the server is inoperative,
use the information in this section.
If you suspect that a software problem is causing failures (continuous or

intermittent), see “Software problems” on page 359.
Damaged data in CMOS memory or damaged server firmware can cause

undetermined problems. To reset the CMOS data, use the CMOS switch to clear
the CMOS memory; see “System-board switches and jumpers” on page 18. If you
suspect that the server firmware is damaged, see “Recovering the server firmware”
on page 371.
Check the LEDs on all the power supplies (see “Power-supply LEDs” on page 367).
If the LEDs indicate that the power supplies are working correctly, complete the
following steps:
1. Turn off the server.
2. Make sure that the server is cabled correctly.
3. Remove or disconnect the following devices, one at a time, until you find the
failure. Turn on the server and reconfigure it each time.
v Any external devices.
v Surge-suppressor device (on the server).
v Modem, printer, mouse, and non-IBM devices.
v Each adapter.
v Hard disk drives.
v Memory modules. The minimum configuration requirement is 2 GB DIMM
per installed microprocessor.
v Service processor (IMM).
The following minimum configuration is required for the server to start:
v One microprocessor (slot 1)
v One 2 GB DIMM per installed microprocessor (slot 3 if only one
microprocessor is installed)
v One power supply
v Power cord
v Three cooling fans
v One PCI riser-card assembly in PCI riser connector 2
v ServeRAID SAS controller
4. Turn on the server. If the problem remains, suspect the system board.
If the problem is solved when you remove an adapter from the server but the
problem recurs when you reinstall the same adapter, suspect the adapter; if the
problem recurs when you replace the adapter with a different one, suspect the riser
card.
If you suspect a networking problem and the server passes all the system tests,
suspect a network cabling problem that is external to the server.
If the problem remains, see “Troubleshooting tables” on page 340.
Problem determination tips
Because of the variety of hardware and software combinations that you can
encounter, use the following information to assist you in problem determination. If
possible, have this information available when you request assistance from IBM.
v Machine type and model
v Microprocessor and hard disk upgrades
v Failure symptom
– Does the server fail the diagnostics tests?
– What occurs? When? Where?
– Does the failure occur on a single server or on multiple servers?
– Is the failure repeatable?
– Has this configuration ever worked?
– What changes, if any, were made before the configuration failed?
– Is this the original reported failure?
v Diagnostics program type and version level
v Hardware configuration (print screen of the system summary)
v BIOS code level
v Operating-system type and version level
You can solve some problems by comparing the configuration and software setups
between working and nonworking servers. When you compare servers to each
other for diagnostic purposes, consider them identical only if all the following
factors are exactly the same in all the servers:
v Machine type and model
v BIOS level
v Adapters and attachments, in the same locations
v Address jumpers, terminators, and cabling
v Software versions and levels
v Diagnostic program type and version level
v Setup utility settings
v Operating-system control-file setup
See Appendix A, “Getting help and technical assistance,” on page 517 for
information about calling IBM for service.

Chapter 4. Parts listing
The parts listing of System x3650 M3 Types 4255, 7945, and 7949
The following replaceable components are available for all the Series x3650 M3
Type 4255, 7945, or 7949 server models, except as specified otherwise in
“Replaceable server components.” To check for an updated parts listing on the
Web, complete the following steps.
3. Under Popular links, click Parts documents lookup.
4. From the Product family menu, select System x3650 M3 and click Go.
Replaceable server components

v Consumable parts: Purchase and replacement of consumable parts (components,
technicians.
see the Warranty Information document on the IBM Documentation CD.
The following illustration shows the major components in the server. The
illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.

Figure 23. Sever components
Table 13. Parts listing, Types 4255, 7945, and 7949

CRU part CRU part
number (Tier number (Tier FRU part
Index Description 1) 2) number
1 Cover (all models) 59Y3790
Table 13. Parts listing, Types 4255, 7945, and 7949 (continued)
CRU part CRU part
2 PCI Express riser-card assembly (x 8) 69Y4324
2 PCI Express riser-card assembly (x 8) (for Emulex 10 GbE 59Y3818
adapter, 49Y4202)
2 PCI Express riser-card assembly (x 16) 69Y4325
3 PCI-X riser-card assembly 69Y4326
4 Heat sink, 95 watt 49Y4820
4 Heat sink, 130 watt 69Y1207
5 Microprocessor - Quad-Core Intel Xeon X5570 2.93 GHz 46D1262
(8 MB cache) 95 W
(8 MB cache) 95 W
(8 MB cache) 95 W
5 Microprocessor - Quad-Core Intel Xeon E5540 2.53 GHz 46D1265
(8 MB cache) 80 W
(8 MB cache) 80 W
(8 MB cache) 80 W
(4 MB cache) 80 W (model A2x)
(4 MB cache) 80 W
5 Microprocessor - Hex-Core Intel Xeon X5670 2.93 GHz 49Y7038
(12 MB cache) 95 W (model M2x)
(12 MB cache) 95 W (models L2x and L4x)
(12 MB cache) 95 W (models J2x, JSx, and D4x)
5 Microprocessor - Quad-Core Intel Xeon X5667 3.06 GHz 49Y7050
(12 MB cache) 95 W
5 Microprocessor - Quad-Core Intel Xeon E5640 2.66 GHz 49Y7051
(12 MB cache) 80 W (model G2x)
(12 MB cache) 80 W (model F2x)
(12 MB cache) 80 W (models D2x and D4x)
5 Microprocessor - Hex-Core Intel Xeon L5640 2.26 GHz (12 49Y7054
MB cache) 60 W (models H2x and H4x)
5 Microprocessor - Quad-Core Intel Xeon L5630 2.13 GHz 59Y3691
(12 MB cache) 40 W (model C2x)
(4 MB cache) 80 W
(4 MB cache) 80 W (models B2x and 32x)
Chapter 4. Parts listing 383

CRU part CRU part
5 Microprocessor - Quad-Core Intel Xeon L5609 1.86 GHz 69Y0783
(12 MB cache) 40 W
130 W (model N2x)
(12 MB cache) 130 W
5 Microprocessor - Hex-Core Intel Xeon E5645 2.4 GHz (12 69Y4714
MB cache) 80 W
5 Microprocessor - Quad-Core Intel Xeon E5603 1.6 GHz (4 81Y5952
MB cache) 80 W
(8 MB cache) 80 W (model 22x)
(8 MB cache) 80 W
5 Microprocessor - Hex-Core Intel Xeon E5649 2.53 GHz (12 81Y5955
MB cache) 80 W
(12 MB cache) 130 W
(8 MB cache) 95 W
(12 MB cache) 130 W
6 Microprocessor retention module (all models) 49Y4822
7 Battery, 3.0 volt 33F8354
8 Virtual media key (optional) 46C7528
9 Ethernet adapter (optional) 69Y4509
10 System board 00AM528
11 DIMM - 1 GB 1Rx8 1.5V RDIMM 49Y1442
11 DIMM - 2 GB 2Rx8 1.5V 1Gbit 49Y1443
11 DIMM - 2 GB 1Rx4 1.5V 1Gbit 49Y1444
11 DIMM - 4 GB 2Rx4 1.5V 1Gbit (models A2x, B2x, D2x, 49Y1445
G2x, F2x, J2x,L2x, M2x, N2x, and JSx)
11 DIMM - 8 GB 2Rx4 1.5V 2Gbit 49Y1446
11 DIMM - 2 GB (1 Gb 2Rx8) 44T1573
11 DIMM - 2 GB (1 Gb 1Rx8) PC3 44T1582
11 DIMM - 4 GB (2 Gb 2Rx8) 2GBIT RDIMM 44T1598
11 DIMM - 2 GB (1 Gb 2Rx8) 49Y1410
11 DIMM - 16 GB 2Rx4 1.35V RDIMM 49Y1565
11 DIMM - 16 GB 4Rx4 RDIMM 46C7489
CRU part CRU part
11 DIMM - 4 GB (1Gb 2Rx8 1.35V ) ECC RDIMM 49Y1412
11 DIMM - 8 GB (2Gb 2Rx4) RDIMM 49Y1415
11 DIMM - 2 GB (1x2GB, 1Rx8) UDIMM 49Y1421
11 DIMM - 4 GB (2Gb 2Rx8) UDIMM 49Y1422
12 Power supply, 460 Watt, ac 39Y7229
12 Power supply, 460 Watt, 69Y5939
12 Power supply, 675 Watt, dc 39Y7215
12 Power supply, 675 Watt, dc 69Y5909
12 Power supply, 675 Watt HE, ac 39Y7218
12 Power supply, 675 Watt 69Y5941
12 Power supply, 675 Watt 69Y5943
13 Power-supply bay filler (all models except F2x and JSx) 49Y4821
14 DVD drive, SATA 44W3254
14 DVD drive, SATA (model JSx) 44W3256
15 Operator information panel 44E4372
16A 4-drive filler panel, hot-swap 49Y5359
16A 4-drive filler panel, simple swap 49Y5360
16B Hot-swap HDD filler (models A2x, B2x, C2x, D2x, F2x, 44T2248
G2x, H2x, J2x, L2x, M2x, and N2x)
17 Rack latch bracket kit (all models) contains: 49Y5356
v Bracket, EIA left assembly (1)
v Bracket, EIA right assembly (1)
v Screw, M 3.5 steel (2)
18 Bezel, 16 HDD 59Y3780
19A Backplane, SAS, 4 hard disk drives 43V7070

CRU part CRU part
19B Backplane, SAS, 8 hard disk drives 46W9187
20 Remote RAID battery tray F 49Y5355
21 ServeRAID BR10i adapter 44E8690
21 ServeRAID MR10i adapter 43W4297
22 2 GB Hypervisor flash device 42D0545
22 4 GB Hypervisor flash device (field use only) 41Y8279
23 SAS riser card (non-tape models) 43V7067
24 Cover, 240 VA safety 49Y4823
25 Fan cage 49Y5362
26 Fans (hot swap dual 60 mm) 49Y5361
27A DIMM air baffle (included in air baffle kit) 59Y3779
27B Microprocessor air baffle, included in air baffle kit (all 59Y3779
models)
28 Tape kit (optional) contains: 40K6449
v Assembly, mechanical (1)
v Clamp, round cable (1)
v Filler, tape kit 3.5 inch (1)
v Screws, M3x6 MPC (4)
29 Bezel, 8 hard disk drive with tape drive 59Y3781
30 Tape enabled SAS riser card (optional) 43V7065
Hard disk drive, SAS hot swap, 146 GB 10 krpm 42D0633
Hard disk drive, SAS hot swap, 73 GB 15 krpm (optional) 42D0673
(optional)
(optional)
Hard disk drive, SAS hot swap, 500 GB 7.2 krpm 42D0708
(optional)
Hard disk drive, 2.5-inch hot-swap, 300 GB, Slim-HS, 10 44W2265
K
Hard disk drive, 2.5-inch hot-swap, 146 GB, Slim-HS, 15 44W2295
K
Hard disk drive, 500 GB 7.2K SFF SAS SAP 49Y1892
Hard disk drive, 600 GB 10K SAS Slim hot swap 49Y2004
Hard disk drive, 500 GB 7.2K 6 Gbps SATA 81Y9727
Solid state disk, 256GB, 2.5-inch simple-swap, SATA 90Y8664
Solid state disk, 128GB, 2.5-inch simple-swap, SATA 90Y8669
SAS expander card for 16 hard disk drives 46M0997
DVD Blank Filler (all models except JSx) 49Y4868
Emulex 10 GbE custom adapter (used for PCI Express 49Y4202
riser-card assembly only, 59Y3818)
CRU part CRU part
Emulex 10GbE Virtual Fabric Adapter II 49Y7952
NetXtreme II 1000 Express quad port Ethernet adapter 49Y4222
Qlogic 10Gb CNA card assembly 00Y3274
Qlogic 10Gb Dual-Port CN 42C1802
Qlogic 10Gb SFP+SR 42C1816
10Gb SFP+ SR optical transceiver 46C9297
Brocade 10Gb SFP+ SR optical transceiver 42C1819
Brocade 10Gb CNA for IBM System x 42C1822
10Gb SFP+ transceiver module assembly 46C3449
IBM 10 GbE SW SFP+ transceiver 49Y8579
ServeRAID-BR10i SAS/SATA controller 46C9043
ServeRAID-BR10il SAS/SATA controller (model A2x) 49Y4737
ServeRAID M1015 SAS/SATA Controller 46C8933
ServeRAID-M5014 SAS/SATA controller 46C8929
ServeRAID-M5014 SAS/SATA controller (models F2x and 46M0918
G2x)
ServeRAID-M5015 SAS/SATA controller (models J2x, JSx, 46M0851
L2x, and M2x)
ServeRAID-B5015 SAS/SATA controller 46M0970
ServeRAID-M1015 SAS/SATA controller (models B2x, 46M0861
C2x, D2x, H2x, and N2x)
ServeRAID-MR10i SAS/SATA controller 46C9037
ServeRAID M5000 series advanced feature key 46M0931
ServeRAID M1000 series advanced feature key 46M0864
Carrier daughter card 44E8763
Daughter card mechanic kit, 1 GB 69Y4586

CRU part CRU part
Miscellaneous parts kit (all models) contains: 69Y4505
v Bracket, DVD retention (1)
v Bracket, PCI fill blank (1)
v Bracket, tooless fillerFILLER (1)
v Gasket, EMC 112mm (2)
v Guide, PCI card (1)
v Latch, 2U SAS controller (1)
v Latch, expander clip (1)
v Latch, PCI card (1)
v Screw, 10x32 shoulder (3)
v Screw, M3 x 0.5 L5 (10)
v Screw, M 3.5 steel (10)
v Screw, M6 hex head (3)
v Screw, slotted M3X5 (10)
v Standoff, shaft (2)
Slide rail kit, Enterprise 69Y5085
Slide rail kit, Gen-II 69Y4391
Battery, ServeRAID 81Y4579
CMA kit, Gen-II 69Y4392
CMA kit 59Y4822
Slide rail kit, universal 59Y3792
Cable assembly, SFP+ 0.5m 59Y1934
Cable assembly, SFP+ 1m 59Y1938
Cable assembly, simple swap 59Y3782
Cable management arm 49Y4817
Cable, backplane configuration cable for 8 drives 69Y0648
Cable, 1 m act 10 Gb Ethernet 46K6182
Cable, passive DAC SFP+ 1 m 90Y9426
Cable, passive DAC SFP+ 3 m 90Y9429
Cable, passive DAC SFP+ 5m 90Y9432
Cable, passive DAC SFP+ 8.5m 90Y9435
Cable, line cord 4 - 4.3m 39M5076
Cable, line cord 1.5m 39M5375
Cable, backplane configuration cable for 4 drives 69Y4233
CRU part CRU part
Cable, backplane configuration cable for 8 drives with 69Y4228
tape
Cable, backplane power cable for 4 drives 69Y4234
Cable, backplane power cable for 8 drive 69Y0649
Cable, KVM conversion 39M2911
Cable, operator information panel 46C4139
Cable, ServeRAID battery 90Y7310
Cable, SAS signal, 245 mm 59Y3786
Cable, SATA DVD 43V6914
Cable, TWINAX 1M 45W2444
Cable, USB conversion 39M2909
Cable, USB/video 46C4146
Cable, VGA power 59Y3455
Cord, 2.8 meter 39M5377
CPU extraction tool 81Y9398
Alcohol wipes 59P4739
Emulex 10GbE virtual fabric adapter 49Y4252
Thermal grease 41Y9292
Label, service 59Y3789
Labels, chassis 59Y3788
LP latch 69Y5119
Cable, USB power 39M6797
HBA adapter, 8 GB 00Y5629
Mechanical chassis 81Y6842
NVIDIA FX 3800 43V5894
DVI-A Dongle adapter 25R9043
Serve RAID M5016 card 00AE809
ServeRAID-MR10i Li-Ion battery 46C9040

CRU part CRU part
ServeRAID M5000 series battery 81Y4451
ServeRAID MR10M battery carrier 44E8844
ServeRAID MR10i battery carrier kit 46C9041
Screw kit 59Y4922
SFP optical module 42C1819
Short Wave 4Gb SFP 22R6443
Consumable parts are not covered by the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty. The
following consumable parts are available for purchase from the retail store.
Table 14. Consumable parts, Types 4255 and 7945
Index Description Part number
ServeRAID M5000 battery 43W4342
To order a consumable part, complete the following steps:

1. Go to http://www.ibm.com.
2. From the Products menu, select Upgrades, accessories & parts.
3. Click Obtain maintenance parts; then, follow the instructions to order the part
from the retail store.
If you need help with your order, call the toll-free number that is listed on the
retail parts page, or contact your local IBM representative for assistance.
Product recovery CDs

This section describes the product recovery CD CRUs.
Table 15. Product recovery CDs
Description CRU part number
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Datacenter 64/64 Bit, 49Y0222
Multilingual
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Standard Edition 32/64 Bit 1-4 49Y0892
microprocessors, Multilingual
microprocessors, Simplified Chinese
microprocessors, Traditional Chinese
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Enterprise Edition 32/64 Bit 49Y0895
1-8 microprocessors, Multilingual
1-8 microprocessors, Simplified Chinese
Table 15. Product recovery CDs (continued)
Description CRU part number
1-8 microprocessors, Traditional Chinese
VMware ESX Server 3i Recovery Tools CDs version 3.5 46D0762
VMware ESX Server 3i Version 3.5 Update 2 46M9236
VMware ESX Server 3i Version 3.5 Update 5 68Y9633
VMware ESXi 4.0 49Y8747
VMware ESXi 4.0 Update 1 68Y9634
Power cords
For your safety, IBM provides a power cord with a grounded attachment plug to
use with this IBM product. To avoid electrical shock, always use the power cord
and plug with a properly grounded outlet.
IBM power cords used in the United States and Canada are listed by Underwriter's
Laboratories (UL) and certified by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).
For units intended to be operated at 115 volts: Use a UL-listed and CSA-certified
cord set consisting of a minimum 18 AWG, Type 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-listed and
CSA-certified cord set consisting of a minimum 18 AWG, Type SVT or SJT,
three-conductor cord, a maximum of 15 feet in length and a tandem blade,
grounding-type attachment plug rated 15 amperes, 250 volts.
For units intended to be operated at 230 volts (outside the U.S.): Use a cord set
with a grounding-type attachment plug. The cord set should have the appropriate
safety approvals for the country in which the equipment will be installed.
IBM power cords for a specific country or region are usually available only in that
country or region.
IBM power cord part

number Used in these countries and regions
39M5206 China
39M5102 Australia, Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea

IBM power cord part
39M5123 Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Armenia,
Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Bosnia and
Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia,
Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad,
Comoros, Congo (Democratic Republic of), Congo (Republic of),
Cote D’Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Croatia (Republic of), Czech
Republic, Dahomey, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea,
Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, France, French Guyana, French
Polynesia, Germany, Greece, Guadeloupe, Guinea, Guinea Bissau,
Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos
(People’s Democratic Republic of), Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Macedonia (former Yugoslav Republic of),
Madagascar, Mali, Martinique, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mayotte,
Moldova (Republic of), Monaco, Mongolia, Morocco,
Mozambique, Netherlands, New Caledonia, Niger, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Reunion, Romania, Russian Federation,
Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia,
Slovakia, Slovenia (Republic of), Somalia, Spain, Suriname,
Sweden, Syrian Arab Republic, Tajikistan, Tahiti, Togo, Tunisia,
Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Upper Volta, Uzbekistan,
Vanuatu, Vietnam, Wallis and Futuna, Yugoslavia (Federal
Republic of), Zaire
39M5130 Denmark
39M5144 Bangladesh, Lesotho, Macao, Maldives, Namibia, Nepal, Pakistan,
Samoa, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Uganda
39M5151 Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Botswana, Brunei Darussalam, Channel
Islands, China (Hong Kong S.A.R.), Cyprus, Dominica, Gambia,
Ghana, Grenada, Iraq, Ireland, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Liberia,
Malawi, Malaysia, Malta, Myanmar (Burma), Nigeria, Oman,
Polynesia, Qatar, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent
and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Sudan,
Tanzania (United Republic of), Trinidad and Tobago, United Arab
Emirates (Dubai), United Kingdom, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe
39M5158 Liechtenstein, Switzerland
39M5165 Chile, Italy, Libyan Arab Jamahiriya
39M5172 Israel
39M5095 220 - 240 V Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados,
Belize, Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, Caicos Islands, Canada, Cayman
Islands, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic,
Ecuador, El Salvador, Guam, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras,
Jamaica, Japan, Mexico, Micronesia (Federal States of),
Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines,
Taiwan, United States of America, Venezuela
39M5081 110 - 120 V Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados,
Belize, Bermuda, Bolivia, Caicos Islands, Canada, Cayman
Islands, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic,
Ecuador, El Salvador, Guam, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras,
Jamaica, Mexico, Micronesia (Federal States of), Netherlands
Antilles, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Saudi Arabia,
Thailand, Taiwan, United States of America, Venezuela
39M5219 Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of), Korea (Republic of)
39M5199 Japan
39M5068 Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay
IBM power cord part
39M5226 India
39M5233 Brazil

Chapter 5. Removing and replacing server components
v Consumable Parts: Purchase and replacement of consumable parts (components,
technicians.
See Chapter 4, “Parts listing,” on page 381 to determine whether a component is a

Tier 1 CRU, Tier 2 CRU, or FRU.
see the Warranty Information document.
Installation guidelines
Use the installation guidelines to install the System x3650 M3 Types 4255, 7945,
and 7949
Attention: Static electricity that is released to internal server components when

the server is powered-on might cause the system to halt, which might result in the
loss of data. To avoid this potential problem, always use an electrostatic-discharge
wrist strap or other grounding system when removing or installing a hot-swap
device.
Before you install optional devices, read the following information:

v Read the safety information that begins on page “Safety” on page vii, the
guidelines in “Working inside the server with the power on” on page 397, and
“Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 398. This information will help you
work safely.
v When you install your new server, take the opportunity to download and apply
the most recent firmware updates. This step will help to ensure that any known
issues are addressed and that your server is ready to function at maximum
levels of performance. To download firmware updates for your server, complete
the following steps:
server.

For additional information about tools for updating, managing, and deploying
firmware, see the System x and xSeries Tools Center at http://
publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp.
v Before you install optional hardware, make sure that the server is working
correctly. Start the server, and make sure that the operating system starts, if an
operating system is installed, or that a 19990305 error code is displayed,
indicating that an operating system was not found but the server is otherwise
working correctly. If the server is not working correctly, see the Problem
Determination and Service Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD for
diagnostic information.
v Observe good housekeeping in the area where you are working. Place removed
covers and other parts in a safe place.
v If you must start the server while the cover is removed, make sure that no one is
near the server and that no tools or other objects have been left inside the server.
v Do not attempt to lift an object that you think is too heavy for you. If you have
to lift a heavy object, observe the following precautions:
– Make sure that you can stand safely without slipping.
– Distribute the weight of the object equally between your feet.
– Use a slow lifting force. Never move suddenly or twist when you lift a heavy
object.
– To avoid straining the muscles in your back, lift by standing or by pushing
up with your leg muscles.
v Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical
outlets for the server, monitor, and other devices.
v Back up all important data before you make changes to disk drives.
v Have a small flat-blade screwdriver available.
v To view the error LEDs on the system board and internal components, leave the
server connected to power.
v You do not have to turn off the server to install or replace hot-swap fans,
redundant hot-swap ac power supplies, or hot-plug Universal Serial Bus (USB)
devices. However, you must turn off the server before you perform any steps
that involve removing or installing adapter cables or non-hot-swap optional
devices or components.
v Blue on a component indicates touch points, where you can grip the component
to remove it from or install it in the server, open or close a latch, and so on.
v Orange on a component or an orange label on or near a component indicates
that the component can be hot-swapped, which means that if the server and
operating system support hot-swap capability, you can remove or install the
component while the server is running. (Orange can also indicate touch points
on hot-swap components.) See the instructions for removing or installing a
specific hot-swap component for any additional procedures that you might have
to perform before you remove or install the component.
v When you are finished working on the server, reinstall all safety shields, guards,
labels, and ground wires.
v For a list of supported optional devices for the server, see http://
www.ibm.com/systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/.
System reliability guidelines
The system reliability guidelines to ensure proper system cooling.
To help ensure proper system cooling and system reliability, make sure that the
following requirements are met:
v Each of the drive bays has a drive or a filler panel and electromagnetic
compatibility (EMC) shield installed in it.
v If the server has redundant power, each of the power-supply bays has a power
supply installed in it.
v There is adequate space around the server to allow the server cooling system to
work properly. Leave approximately 50 mm (2.0 in.) of open space around the
front and rear of the server. Do not place objects in front of the fans. For proper
cooling and airflow, replace the server cover before you turn on the server.
Operating the server for extended periods of time (more than 30 minutes) with
the server cover removed might damage server components.
v You have followed the cabling instructions that come with optional adapters.
v You have replaced a failed fan within 48 hours.
v You have replaced a hot-swap fan within 30 seconds of removal.
v You have replaced a hot-swap drive within 2 minutes of removal.
v You do not operate the server without the air baffles installed. Operating the
server without the air baffles might cause the microprocessors to overheat.
v Microprocessor 2 air baffle and DIMM air baffle are installed.
v The light path diagnostics panel is not pulled out of the server.
Working inside the server with the power on

Guidelines to work inside the server with the power on.
Attention: Static electricity that is released to internal server components when

the server is powered-on might cause the server to halt, which might result in the
loss of data. To avoid this potential problem, always use an electrostatic-discharge
wrist strap or other grounding system when you work inside the server with the
power on.
The server supports hot-plug, hot-add, and hot-swap devices and is designed to
operate safely while it is turned on and the cover is removed. Follow these
guidelines when you work inside a server that is turned on:
v Avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing on your forearms. Button long-sleeved
shirts before working inside the server; do not wear cuff links while you are
working inside the server.
v Do not allow your necktie or scarf to hang inside the server.
v Remove jewelry, such as bracelets, necklaces, rings, and loose-fitting wrist
watches.
v Remove items from your shirt pocket, such as pens and pencils, that might fall
into the server as you lean over it.
v Avoid dropping any metallic objects, such as paper clips, hairpins, and screws,
into the server.
Chapter 5. Removing and replacing server components 397

Handling static-sensitive devices
Attention: Static electricity can damage the server and other electronic devices. To
avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages until
you are ready to install them.
To reduce the possibility of damage from electrostatic discharge, observe the

following precautions:
v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around
you.
v The use of a grounding system is recommended. For example, wear an
electrostatic-discharge wrist strap, if one is available. Always use an
electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system when working
inside the server with the power on.
v Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.
v Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed circuitry.
v Do not leave the device where others can handle and damage it.
v While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted
metal surface on the outside of the server for at least 2 seconds. This drains
static electricity from the package and from your body.
v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into the server
without setting down the device. If it is necessary to set down the device, put it
back into its static-protective package. Do not place the device on the server
cover or on a metal surface.
v Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather. Heating
reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity.
Returning a device or component

If you are instructed to return a device or component, follow all packaging
instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to
you.
Internal cable routing and connectors

The following illustration shows the internal routing and connectors.
The following illustration shows the internal routing and connectors for the two
SAS signal cables.
Figure 24. SAS signal cables
The following illustration shows the internal routing and connectors for the
SAS/SATA signal and power cables.
Figure 25. SAS/SATA signal and power cables

The SATA cable is a combination power and signal cable with a shared connector
on both ends. The following illustration shows the internal routing and connector
for the SATA cable.
Attention: To disconnect the optional optical drive cable, you must first press the
connector release tab, and then disconnect the cable from the connector on the
system board. Do not disconnect the cable by using excessive force. Failing to
disconnect the cable properly may damage the connector on the system board. Any
damage to the connector may require replacing the system board.
Figure 26. Disconnecting the optional optical drive cable
The following illustration shows the internal routing and connector for the
operator information panel cable. The following notes describe additional
information you must consider when you install or remove the operator
information panel cable:
v You may remove the optional optical drive cable to obtain more room before
you install or remove the operator information panel cable.
v To remove the operator information panel cable, slightly press the cable toward
the chassis; then, pull to remove the cable from the connector on the system
board. Pulling the cable out of the connector by excessive force might cause
damage to the cable or connector.
v To connect the operator information panel cable on the system board, press
evenly on the cable. Pressing on one side of the cable might cause damage to the
cable or connector.
Attention: Failing to install or remove the cable with care may damage the
connectors on the system board. Any damage to the connectors may require
replacing the system board.
Figure 27. Operator information panel cable
The following illustration shows the internal routing and connector for the
USB/video cable.
Figure 28. USB cable and video cable
The following illustration shows the internal routing for the configuration cable.

Figure 29. configuration cable
Removing and replacing consumable parts and Tier 1 CRUs

Replacement of consumable parts and Tier 1 CRUs is your responsibility. If IBM
installs a consumable part or Tier 1 CRU at your request, you will be charged for
the installation.
The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.
Removing the cover

Use this information to remove the cover.
About this task
To remove the cover, complete the following steps.
Cover-release
latch
Figure 30. Cover removal
Procedure
1. Read the safety information that begins on page “Safety” on page vii and
“Installation guidelines” on page 395.
2. If you are planning to view the error LEDs that are on the system board and
components, leave the server connected to power and go directly to step 4.
3. If you are planning to install or remove a microprocessor, memory module, PCI
adapter, battery, or other non-hot-swap optional device, turn off the server and
all attached devices and disconnect all external cables and power cords.
4. Press down on the left and right side latches and slide the server out of the
rack enclosure until both slide rails lock.
Note: You can reach the cables on the back of the server when the server is in
the locked position.
5. Push the cover-release latch back 1, then lift it up 2. Slide the cover back
3, and then lift off the server. Set the cover aside.
Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, replace the cover before you turn
on the server. Operating the server for extended periods of time (over 30
minutes) with the cover removed might damage server components.
6. If you are instructed to return the cover, follow all packaging instructions, and
use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
Replacing the cover

About this task
To install the cover, complete the following steps.
Figure 31. Cover installation
1. Make sure that all internal cables are correctly routed (see “Internal cable
routing and connectors” on page 398.)
2. Place the cover-release latch in the open (up) position.
3. Insert the bottom tabs of the top cover into the matching slots in the server
chassis.
4. Press down on the cover-release latch to lock the cover in place.
5. Slide the server into the rack.

Removing the microprocessor 2 air baffle
When you work with some optional devices, you must first remove the
microprocessor 2 air baffle to access certain components on the system board.
About this task
To remove the microprocessor 2 air baffle, complete the following steps.
Figure 32. Microprocessor 2 air baffle removal
Procedure
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and
external cables.
3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 402).
4. Remove PCI riser-card assembly 2 (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly”
on page 414).
5. Grasp the top of the air baffle and lift the air baffle out of the server.
Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, replace all air baffles, making sure
all cables are out of the way, before you turn on the server. Operating the
server with any air baffle removed might damage server components.
6. If you are instructed to return the microprocessor air baffle, follow all
packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are
supplied to you.
Replacing the microprocessor 2 air baffle

Use this information to replace the microprocessor 2 air baffle.
About this task
To install the microprocessor air baffle, complete the following steps.
Figure 33. Microprocessor 2 air baffle installation
Procedure
1. Align the tab on the left side of the microprocessor 2 air baffle with the slot in
the right side of the power-supply cage.
2. Align the pin on the bottom of the microprocessor air baffle with the hole on
the system board retention bracket.
3. Lower the microprocessor 2 air baffle into the server, making sure all cables are
out of the way.
Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, replace all air baffles before you
turn on the server. Operating the server with any air baffle removed might
damage server components.
4. Install PCI riser-card assembly 2.

5. Install the cover (see “Replacing the cover” on page 403).
7. Reconnect the external cables; then, reconnect the power cords and turn on the
peripheral devices and the server.
Removing the DIMM air baffle

When you work with some optional devices, you must first remove the DIMM air
baffle to access certain components or connectors on the system board.
About this task
To remove the DIMM air baffle, complete the following steps.
PCI riser-card
assembly 1
DIMM air baffle
Figure 34. DIMM air baffle removal
Procedure
external cables.
4. If necessary, remove riser-card assembly 1 (see “Removing a PCI riser-card
assembly” on page 414).
5. Place your fingers under the front and back of the top of the air baffle; then, lift
the air baffle out of the server.
Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, replace all the air baffles before
you turn on the server. Operating the server with any air baffle removed might
damage server components.
Replacing the DIMM air baffle
Use this information to replace the DIMM air baffle.
About this task
To install the DIMM air baffle, complete the following steps.
PCI riser-card
assembly 1
DIMM air baffle
Figure 35. DIMM air baffle installation
Procedure
1. Align the DIMM air baffle with the DIMMs and the back of the fans.
2. Lower the air baffle into place, making sure all cables are out of the way.
3. Replace PCI riser-card assembly 1, if necessary.
Results
Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, replace all air baffles before you turn
on the server. Operating the server with any air baffle removed might damage
server components.

Removing the fan bracket
To replace some components or to create working room, you might have to remove
the fan-bracket assembly.
About this task
Note: To remove or install a fan, it is not necessary to remove the fan bracket. See
“Removing a hot-swap fan” on page 457 and “Replacing a hot-swap fan” on page
458.
To remove the fan bracket, complete the following steps.
Figure 36. Fan bracket removal
external cables.
4. Remove the fans (see “Removing a hot-swap fan” on page 457).
5. Remove the PCI riser-card assemblies and the DIMM air baffle (see “Removing
a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 414 and “Removing the DIMM air baffle”
on page 406).
6. Press the fan-bracket release latches toward each other and lift the fan bracket
out of the server.
Replacing the fan bracket
Use this information to replace the fan bracket.
About this task
To install the fan bracket, complete the following steps.
Figure 37. Fan bracket installation
1. Lower the fan bracket into the chassis.

2. Align the holes in the bottom of the bracket with the pins in the bottom of the
chassis.
3. Press the bracket into position until the fan-bracket release levers click into
place.
4. Replace the fans (see “Replacing a hot-swap fan” on page 458).
5. Replace the PCI riser-card assemblies and the DIMM air baffle (see “Replacing
a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 415 and “Replacing the DIMM air baffle”
on page 407).

Removing an IBM virtual media key
Use this information to remove an IBM virtual media key.
About this task
Figure 38. Virtual media key removal
To remove a virtual media key, complete the following steps:
Procedure
external cables.
3. Slide the server out of the rack.
5. Locate the virtual media key on the system board. Grasp it and carefully pull it
off the virtual media key connector pins.
Replacing an IBM virtual media key
Use this information to replace an IBM virtual media key.
About this task
Figure 39. Virtual media key installation
To install a virtual media key, complete the following steps:
Procedure
1. Align the virtual media key with the virtual media key connector pins on the
system board as shown in the illustration.
2. Insert the virtual media key onto the pins until it clicks into place.
3. Install the server cover (see “Replacing the cover” on page 403).

Removing a USB hypervisor memory key
Use this information to remove a USB hypervisor memory key.
About this task
Figure 40. USB hypervisor memory key removal
To remove a USB hypervisor memory key from a SAS riser card, complete the
following steps:
external cables.
5. Locate the SAS riser-card assembly, which is near the left-front corner of the
server.
6. Push the blue locking collar on the USB hypervisor connector back toward the
SAS riser card to unlock it from the connector.
7. Pull the hypervisor memory key out of the USB hypervisor connector.
8. If you are instructed to return the hypervisor memory key, follow all packaging
you.
Note: You must configure the server not to look for the hypervisor USB drive. See
Chapter 6, “Configuration information and instructions,” on page 491 for
information about disabling hypervisor support.
Replacing a USB hypervisor memory key
Use this information to replace a USB hypervisor memory key.
About this task
Figure 41. USB hypervisor memory key installation
To install a USB hypervisor memory key in the SAS riser card, complete the
following steps:
1. Locate the SAS riser-card assembly, which is near the left-front corner of the
server.
2. Push the blue locking collar on the USB hypervisor connector on the SAS riser
card toward the SAS riser card (the unlocked position).
3. Insert the hypervisor memory key into the dedicated USB connector.
4. Slide the blue locking collar on the USB hypervisor connector forward, toward
the hypervisor memory key as far as it will go, to secure the hypervisor
memory key in position.
Note: You will have to configure the server to boot from the hypervisor USB drive.
See Chapter 6, “Configuration information and instructions,” on page 491 for
information about enabling the hypervisor memory key.

Removing a PCI riser-card assembly
Use this information to remove a PCI riser-card assembly.
About this task
The server comes with one riser-card assembly that contains two PCI Express x8
Gen 2 connectors. You can replace a PCI Express riser-card assembly with a
riser-card assembly that contains one PCI Express Gen 2 x16 connector or that
contains two PCI-X 64-bit 133 MHz connectors. See http://www.ibm.com/
systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/ for a list of riser-card
assemblies that you can use with the server.
To remove a riser-card assembly, complete the following steps.
PCI riser-card
assembly 2
PCI riser-card
assembly 1
Figure 42. PCI riser-card assembly removal
Procedure
external cables.
5. Grasp the riser-card assembly at the front tab and rear edge and lift it to
remove it from the server. Place the riser-card assembly on a flat,
static-protective surface.
Replacing a PCI riser-card assembly

The server provides two PCI riser-card slots on the system board. A PCI riser
assembly with a bracket is installed in slot 2.
About this task
The following information indicates the riser-card slots:

v Standard models of the server come with one PCI Express riser-card assembly
installed. If you want to replace them with PCI-X riser-card assemblies, you
must order the PCI-X riser-card assembly option, which includes the bracket.
v A PCI Express riser-card assembly has a black connector and supports PCI
Express adapters, and a PCI-X riser-card assembly has a white (light in color)
connector and supports PCI-X adapters.
v PCI riser slot 1 (the farthest slot from the power supplies). This slot supports
only low-profile adapters.
v PCI riser slot 2 (the closest slot to the power supplies). You must install a PCI
riser-card assembly in slot 2 even if you do not install an adapter.
v Microprocessor 2, aux power, and PCI riser-card assembly 2 share the same
power channel that is limited to 230 W.
To install a riser-card assembly, complete the following steps.

PCI riser-card
assembly 2
PCI riser-card
assembly 1
PCI riser
connector 2
Alignment
slots
Alignment
brackets
PCI riser
connector 1
Figure 43. PCI riser-card assembly installation
Procedure
1. Reinstall any adapters and reconnect any internal cables you might have
removed in other procedures (see “Internal cable routing and connectors” on
page 398.)
2. Align the PCI riser-card assembly with the selected PCI connector on the
system board:
v PCI connector 1: Carefully fit the two alignment slots on the side of the
assembly onto the two alignment brackets in the side of the chassis.
v PCI connector 2: Carefully align the bottom edge (the contact edge) of the
riser-card assembly with the riser-card connector on the system board.
3. Press down on the assembly. Make sure that the riser-card assembly is fully
seated in the riser-card connector on the system board.
Removing a PCI adapter from a PCI riser-card assembly
Use this information to remove a PCI adapter from a PCI riser-card assembly.
About this task
This topic describes removing an adapter from a PCI expansion slot in a PCI
riser-card assembly. These instructions apply to PCI adapters such as video graphic
adapters and network adapters. To remove a ServeRAID SAS controller from the
SAS riser card, go to “Removing a ServeRAID SAS controller from the SAS riser
card” on page 430.
The following illustration shows the locations of the adapter expansion slots from
the rear of the server.
Figure 44. PCI adapter expansion slots
Note:
1. If a PCI Express Gen 2x16 adapter is installed in a PCI riser-card assembly, the
second expansion slot is not available.
2. If you are replacing a high power graphics adapter, you might need to
disconnect the internal power cable from the system board before removing the
adapter.
To remove an adapter from a PCI expansion slot, complete the following steps.
or on the riser card.
Figure 45. Adapter installation
Procedure
external cables.

3. Press down on the left and right side latches and slide the server out of the
rack enclosure until both slide rails lock; then, remove the cover (see
“Removing the cover” on page 402).
4. Remove the PCI riser-card assembly that contains the adapter (see “Removing a
PCI riser-card assembly” on page 414).
v If you are removing an adapter from PCI expansion slot 1 or 2, remove PCI
riser-card assembly 1.
v If you are removing an adapter from PCI expansion slot 3 or 4, remove PCI
riser-card assembly 2.
5. Disconnect any cables from the adapter (make note of the cable routing, in case
you reinstall the adapter later).
6. Carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge or upper corners, and pull the
adapter from the PCI expansion slot.
7. If the adapter is a full-length adapter in the upper expansion slot of the PCI
riser-card assembly and you do not intend to replace it with another full-length
adapter, remove the full-length-adapter bracket and store it on the underside of
the top of the PCI riser-card assembly.
8. If you are instructed to return the adapter, follow all packaging instructions,
and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
Installing a PCI adapter in a PCI riser-card assembly

To ensure that a ServeRAID-10i, ServeRAID-10is, or ServeRAID-10M adapter works
correctly in your server, make sure that the adapter firmware is at the latest level.
About this task
Some high end video adapters are supported by your server. See
http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/for
more information.
Note:
1. If you are installing a video adapter in your server, do not set the maximum
digital video resolution above 1600 x 1200 at 60 Hz for an LCD monitor. This is
the highest resolution supported for any video adapter in this server.
2. Any high-definition video-out connector or stereo connector on the video
adapter is not supported.
3. If you are installing x3650 M3 PCI Express Gen 2 x8 riser card (part number
59Y3818), you cannot install any adaptor on slot 1.
This topic describes installing an adapter in a PCI expansion slot in a PCI

riser-card assembly. These instructions apply to PCI adapters such as video
graphics adapters and network adapters. To install a ServeRAID SAS controller, go
to “Replacing a ServeRAID SAS controller on the SAS riser card” on page 431.
The following illustration shows the locations of the adapter expansion slots from
the rear of the server.
Figure 46. PCI adapter expansion slots
To install an adapter, complete the following steps.
Adapter Expansion-slot
cover
PCI
riser-card
assembly
Figure 47. Adapter installation
1. Install the adapter in the expansion slot.

a. If the adapter is a full-length adapter for the upper expansion slot (1 or 3)
in the riser card, remove the full-length-adapter bracket 1 from
underneath the top of the riser-card assembly 3 and insert it in the end of
the upper expansion slot 2 of the riser-card assembly.
b. Align the adapter with the PCI connector on the riser card and the guide on
the external end of the riser-card assembly.
c. Press the adapter firmly into the PCI connector on the riser card.
2. Connect any required cables to the adapter (see “Internal cable routing and
connectors” on page 398.)
Attention:
v When you route cables, do not block any connectors or the ventilated space
around any of the fans.
v Make sure that cables are not routed on top of components under the PCI
v Make sure that cables are not pinched by the server components.
3. Align the PCI riser-card assembly with the selected PCI connector on the
system board:

v PCI-riser connector 1: Carefully fit the two alignment slots on the side of the
assembly onto the two alignment brackets on the side of the chassis; align
the rear of the assembly with the guides on the rear of the server.
v PCI-riser connector 2: Carefully align the bottom edge (the contact edge) of
the riser-card assembly with the riser-card connector on the system board;
align the rear of the assembly with the guides on the rear of the server.
4. Press down on the assembly. Make sure that the riser-card assembly is fully
seated in the riser-card connector on the system board.
5. Perform any configuration tasks that are required for the adapter.
Removing the optional two-port Ethernet adapter

Use this information to remove the optional two-port Ethernet adapter.
About this task
To remove an Ethernet adapter, complete the following steps:
Procedure
external cables.
4. Remove the PCI riser-card assembly 1 (see “Removing a PCI riser-card
assembly” on page 414).
5. Grasp the Ethernet adapter and disengage it from the standoffs and the
connector on the system board; then, slide the Ethernet adapter out of the port
openings on the rear of the chassis and remove it from the server.
Figure 48. Ethernet adapter removal
6. If you are instructed to return the Ethernet adapter, follow all packaging
you.
Replacing the optional two-port Ethernet adapter
Use this information to replace the optional two-port Ethernet adapter.
About this task
To install an Ethernet adapter, complete the following steps:
Procedure
3. Attach the rubber stopper on the chassis, along the edge of the system board,
as shown in the following illustration.
Rubber
stopper
Rubber
stopper
Ethernet
adapter connector
Figure 49. Rubber stopper
4. Remove the adapter filler panel on the rear of the chassis (if it has not been
removed already).
Figure 50. Ethernet adapter filler panel removal
5. Install the two standoffs on the system board.

6. Insert the bottom tabs of the metal clip into the port openings from outside
the chassis.

Figure 51. Bottom tabs installation
7. While you slightly press the top of the metal clip, rotate the metal clip toward
the front of the server until the metal clip clicks into place. Make sure the
metal clip is securely engaged on the chassis.
Attention: Pressing the top of the metal clip with excessive force may cause
damage to the metal clip.
8. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new adapter to any
unpainted metal surface on the server. Then, remove the adapter from the
package.
9. Align the adapter with the adapter connector on the system board; then, tilt
the adapter so that the port connectors on the adapter line up with the port
openings on the chassis.
Figure 52. Adapter alignment
10. Slide the port connectors on the adapter into the port openings on the chassis;
then, press the adapter firmly until the two standoffs engage the adapter.
Make sure the adapter is securely seated on the connector on the system
board.
Make sure the port connectors on the adapter do not set on the rubber
stopper. The following illustration shows the side view of the adapter in the
server.
Ethernet ports Adapter
Chassis Rubber System board

stopper
Figure 53. Adapter side view
Attention: Make sure the port connectors on the adapter are aligned
properly with the chassis on the rear of the server. An incorrectly seated
adapter might cause damage to the system board or the adapter.
Figure 54. Port connectors comparison
11. Install PCI riser 1 (see “Replacing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 415).
14. Reconnect the power cord and any cables that you removed.
15. Turn on the peripheral devices and the server.

Storing the full-length-adapter bracket
Use this information to store the full-length-adapter bracket.
About this task
If you are removing a full-length adapter in the upper riser-card PCI slot and will
replace it with a shorter adapter or no adapter, you must remove the
full-length-adapter bracket from the end of the riser-card assembly and return the
bracket to its storage location.
Figure 55. Full-length-adapter bracket removal
To remove and store the full-length-adapter bracket, complete the following steps:
1. Press the bracket tab 3 and slide the bracket to the left until the bracket falls
free of the riser-card assembly.
2. Align the bracket with the storage location on the riser-card assembly as
shown.
3. Place the two hooks 1 in the two openings 2 in the storage location on the
4. Press the bracket tab 3 and slide the bracket toward the expansion-lot-
opening end of the assembly until the bracket clicks into place.
Removing the SAS riser-card and controller assembly

Use this information to remove the SAS riser-card and controller assembly.
About this task
To remove the SAS riser-card and controller assembly from the server, complete the
steps for the applicable server model.
v 16-drive-capable server model
Figure 56. SAS riser-card and controller assembly removal
1. Press the release tab toward the rear of the server and lift the back end of the
SAS controller card slightly.
2. Place your fingers underneath the upper portion of the SAS riser card and
lift the assembly from the system board.
3. Slide the front end of the SAS controller card out of the retention bracket and
lift the assembly out of the server.
v Tape-enabled server model
Figure 57. SAS controller assembly
1. Press down on the assembly release latch and lift up on the tab to release the
SAS controller assembly, which includes the SAS riser card, from the system
board.
2. Lift the front and back edges of the assembly to remove the assembly from
the server.

Replacing the SAS riser-card and controller assembly
Use this information to replace the SAS riser-card and controller assembly.
About this task
To install the SAS riser-card and controller assembly in the server, complete the
steps for the applicable server model.
v 16-drive-capable server model
Figure 58. SAS riser-card and controller assembly installation
1. If you are replacing a ServeRAID-BR10il v2 SAS/SATA controller with a

ServeRAID-M5015/M5014 SAS/SATA controller, you have to swap the
controller retention brackets to fit the new SAS controller.
Figure 59. Controller retention brackets
a. Remove the SAS controller front retention bracket from the server.
Figure 60. SAS controller front retention bracket removal
b. Remove the rear controller retention bracket located in the battery bay
above the power supplies by pulling up the release tab 1 and sliding
the bracket outward 2.

Figure 61. Rear controller retention bracket removal
c. Install the controller retention bracket from step b by aligning the
retention bracket controller slot and then placing the bracket tabs in the
holes on the chassis and slide the bracket to left until it clicks into place.
Figure 62. Controller retention bracket installation
d. Install the controller retention bracket from step a by sliding the
bracket inward 1 and pressing down the release tab into place 2.
Figure 63. Controller retention bracket installation
2. Place the front end of the SAS controller in the retention bracket and align
the SAS riser card with the SAS riser-card connector on the system board.
3. Press down on the SAS riser card and the rear edge of the SAS controller
until the SAS riser card is firmly seated and the SAS controller card retention
latch clicks into place. One or two pins (depending on the size of the card)
clicks into the corner holes of the SAS controller card when the controller
card is correctly seated.
v Tape-enabled server model
Figure 64. Pins alignment
1. Align the pins on the backside of the riser with the slots on the side of the
chassis.
2. Align the SAS riser card of the SAS controller assembly with the SAS
riser-card connector on the system board.
3. Press the SAS controller assembly into place; make sure that the SAS riser
card is firmly seated and that the release latch and retention latch holds the
assembly securely.

Removing a ServeRAID SAS controller from the SAS riser
card
Use this information to remove a ServeRAID SAS controller from the SAS riser
card.
About this task
Figure 65. ServeRAID SAS controller removal
Note: For brevity, in this documentation the ServeRAID SAS controller is often
referred to simply as the SAS controller.
A ServeRAID SAS controller is installed in a dedicated slot on the SAS riser card.
Important: If you have installed a 8-disk-drive optional expansion device in a

16-drive-capable server, the SAS controller is installed in a PCI riser-card assembly
and is installed and removed the same way as any other PCI adapter. Do not use
the instructions in this topic; use the instructions in “Removing a PCI adapter from
a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 417.
To remove a ServeRAID SAS controller from a SAS riser card, complete the
following steps:
external cables.
4. Locate the SAS riser-card and controller assembly near the left-front corner of
the server.
5. Disconnect the SAS signal cables from the connectors on the SAS controller
(see “Internal cable routing and connectors” on page 398).
6. Remove the SAS controller assembly, which includes the SAS riser card, from
the server (see “Removing the SAS riser-card and controller assembly” on
page 424).
7. If the server is a tape-enabled-model, press the tab on the SAS-controller
retention bracket away from the SAS riser card and lift the right edge of the
SAS controller card out of the bracket.
8. Pull the SAS controller horizontally out of the connector on the SAS riser card.
Note: If you have installed the optional ServeRAID adapter advanced feature
key, remove it and keep it in future use (see “Removing an optional
ServeRAID adapter advanced feature key” on page 433).
9. If you are replacing the SAS controller card, then remove the battery but keep
the cables connected.
10. If you are instructed to return the ServeRAID SAS controller, follow all
supplied to you.
Replacing a ServeRAID SAS controller on the SAS riser card

Use this information to replace a ServeRAID SAS controller on the SAS riser card.
About this task
Figure 66. ServeRAID SAS controller installation
Important: If you have installed a 8-disk-drive optional expansion device in a

16-drive-capable server, the SAS controller is installed in a PCI riser-card assembly
and is installed and removed the same way as any other PCI adapter. Do not use
the instructions in this topic; use the instructions in “Installing a PCI adapter in a
PCI riser-card assembly” on page 418.
To ensure that a RAID adapter works correctly in your server, make sure that the
adapter firmware is at the latest level.
To install a SAS controller on the SAS riser card, complete the following steps.
Figure 67. ServeRAID SAS controller installation

Procedure
1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new ServeRAID SAS
controller to any unpainted metal surface on the server. Then, remove the
ServeRAID SAS controller from the package.
Note: If you have the optional ServeRAID adapter advanced feature key,
install it first (see “Replacing an optional ServeRAID adapter advanced feature
key” on page 434).
2. If you are replacing a SAS controller that uses a battery, you can continue to
use that battery with your new SAS controller.
3. If the new SAS controller is a different physical size than the SAS controller
that you removed, you might have to move the controller retention bracket
(tape-enabled model servers only) to the correct location for the new SAS
controller.
4. Turn the SAS controller so that the keys on the bottom edge align correctly
with the connector on the SAS riser card in the SAS controller assembly.
5. Firmly press the SAS controller horizontally into the connector on the SAS
riser card.
6. (Tape-enabled model server only) Gently press the opposite edge of the SAS
controller into the controller retention bracket.
7. Install the SAS riser-card and controller assembly (see “Replacing the SAS
riser-card and controller assembly” on page 426).
10. Reconnect the external cables; then, reconnect the power cords and turn on
the peripheral devices and the server.
Results
Note:
1. When you restart the server for the first time after you install a SAS controller
with a battery, the monitor screen remains blank while the controller initializes
the battery. This might take a few minutes, after which the startup process
continues. This is a one-time occurrence.
Important: You must allow the initialization process to be completed. If you do
not, the battery pack will not work, and the server might not start.
The battery comes partially charged, at 30% or less of capacity. Run the server
for 4 to 6 hours to fully charge the controller battery. The LED just above the
battery on the controller remains lit until the battery is fully charged.
Until the battery is fully charged, the controller firmware sets the controller
cache to write-through mode; after the battery is fully charged, the controller
firmware re-enables write-back mode.
2. When you restart the server, you will be given the opportunity to import the
existing RAID configuration to the new ServeRAID SAS controller.
Removing an optional ServeRAID adapter advanced feature
key
About this task
To remove an optional ServeRAID adapter advanced feature key, complete the

following steps:
Procedure
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords.
4. Grasp the feature key and lift to remove it from connector on the ServeRAID
adapter.
Figure 68. ServeRAID M1000 advanced eature key removal

Figure 69. ServeRAID M5000 advanced eature key removal
5. If you are instructed to return the feature key, follow all packaging instructions,
Replacing an optional ServeRAID adapter advanced feature

key
Use this information to replace an optional ServeRAID adapter advanced feature
key.
About this task
To install an optional ServeRAID adapter advanced feature key, complete the

following steps:
Procedure
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords.
4. Align the feature key with the connector on the ServeRAID adapter and push it
into the connector until it is firmly seated.
Figure 70. ServeRAID M1000 advanced eature key installation

Figure 71. ServeRAID M5000 advanced eature key installation
5. Reconnect the power cord and any cables that you removed.
6. Install the cover “Replacing the cover” on page 403.
8. Turn on the peripheral devices and the server.
Removing a ServeRAID SAS controller battery from the

remote battery tray
About this task
To remove a ServeRAID SAS controller battery from the remote battery tray,
complete the following steps:
Procedure
external cables.
4. Locate the remote battery tray in the server and remove the battery that you
want to replace:
a. Remove the battery retention clip from the tabs that secure the battery to
the remote battery tray.
Figure 72. Battery retention clip removal
b. Lift the battery and battery carrier from the tray and carefully disconnect
the remote battery cable from the interposer card on the ServeRAID
controller.
Figure 73. Disconnecting remote battery cable
c. Disconnect the battery carrier cable from the battery.

d. Squeeze the clip on the side of the battery and battery carrier to remove the
battery from the battery carrier.
Note: If your battery and battery carrier are attached with screws instead of
a locking-clip mechanism, remove the three screws to remove the battery
from the battery carrier.

e. If you are instructed to return the ServeRAID SAS controller battery, follow
all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping
that are supplied to you.
Replacing a ServeRAID SAS controller battery on the remote

battery tray
Use this information to replace a ServeRAID SAS controller battery on the remote
battery tray.
About this task
To install a ServeRAID SAS controller battery on the remote battery tray, complete
the following steps:
Procedure
1. Install the replacement battery on the remote battery tray:
a. Place the replacement battery on the battery carrier from which the former
battery had been removed, and connect the battery carrier cable to the
replacement battery.
b. Connect the remote battery cable to the interposer card.
Attention: To avoid damage to the hardware, make sure that you align the
black dot on the cable connector with the black dot on the connector on the
interposer card. Do not force the remote battery cable into the connector.
Figure 74. Connecting remote battery cable
c. On the remote battery tray, find the pattern of recessed rings that matches
the posts on the battery and battery carrier.
Figure 75. Rings
d. Press the posts into the rings and underneath the tabs on the remote battery
tray.
e. Secure the battery to the tray with the battery retention clip.
2. Install the cover “Replacing the cover” on page 403

Removing a hot-swap hard disk drive
Use this information to remove a hot-swap hard disk drive.
About this task
Latch
Handle
Figure 76. Hot-swap hard disk drive removal
Attention: To maintain proper system cooling, do not operate the server for more
than 10 minutes without either a drive or a filler panel installed in each bay.
To remove a hard disk drive from a hot-swap bay, complete the following steps.
Procedure
1. Read the safety information that begins on page “Safety” on page vii,
“Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 398, and “Installation guidelines”
on page 395.
2. Press up on the release latch at the top of the drive front.
3. Rotate the handle on the drive downward to the open position.
4. Pull the hot-swap drive assembly out of the bay approximately 25 mm (1 inch).
Wait approximately 45 seconds while the drive spins down before you remove
the drive assembly completely from the bay.
5. If you are instructed to return the hot-swap drive, follow all packaging
you.
Replacing a hot-swap hard disk drive

Use this information to replace a hot-swap hard disk drive.
About this task
Locate the documentation that comes with the hard disk drive and follow those
instructions in addition to the instructions in this section.
For information about the type of hard disk drive that the server supports and
other information that you must consider when installing a hard disk drive, see the
Installation and User’s Guide on the IBM Documentation CD.
Important: Do not install a SCSI hard disk drive in this server.
Latch
Handle
Filler panel handle
Figure 77. Hot-swap hard disk drive installation
To install a drive in a hot-swap bay, complete the following steps.
Procedure
1. Orient the drive as shown in the illustration.
2. Make sure that the tray handle is open.
3. Align the drive assembly with the guide rails in the bay.
4. Gently push the drive assembly into the bay until the drive stops.
5. Push the tray handle to the closed (locked) position.
6. If the system is turned on, check the hard disk drive status LED to verify that
the hard disk drive is operating correctly.
Note: If the server is configured for RAID operation using a ServeRAID

adapter, you might have to reconfigure your disk arrays after you install hard
disk drives. See the ServeRAID adapter documentation for additional
information about RAID operation and complete instructions for using the
ServeRAID adapter.
Results
After you replace a failed hard disk drive, the green activity LED flashes as the
disk spins up. The amber LED turns off after approximately 1 minute. If the new
drive starts to rebuild, the amber LED flashes slowly, and the green activity LED
remains lit during the rebuild process. If the amber LED remains lit, see “Hard
disk drive problems” on page 342.
Note: You might have to reconfigure the disk arrays after you install hard disk
drives. See the RAID documentation on the IBM ServeRAID Support CD for
information about RAID controllers.

Removing a simple-swap hard disk drive
About this task
Figure 78. Simple-swap hard disk drive removal
To remove a hard disk drive from a simple-swap bay, complete the following steps.
Procedure
on page 395
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and
all external cables.
Note: When you disconnect the power source from the server, you lose the
ability to view the LEDs because the LEDs are not lit when the power source is
removed. Before you disconnect the power source, make a note of which LEDs
are lit, including the LEDs that are lit on the operation information panel, on
the light path diagnostics panel, and LEDs inside the server on the system
board; then, see Chapter 3, “Diagnostics,” on page 27 for information about
how to solve the problem.
3. Press up on the release latch at the top of the drive front.
4. Rotate the handle on the drive downward to the open position.
5. If you are replacing the 2.5 inch simple-swap hard disk drive backplane,
remove it now.
6. If you are instructed to return the simple-swap drive, follow all packaging
you.
Replacing a simple-swap hard disk drive
Use this information to replace a simple-swap hard disk drive .
About this task
Locate the documentation that comes with the hard disk drive and follow those
instructions in addition to the instructions in this section.
Simple-swap models do not support the SAS hot-swap backplane or the SAS riser
card.
For information about the type of hard disk drive that the server supports and
other information that you must consider when installing a hard disk drive, see the
Installation and User’s Guide on the IBM Documentation CD.
Important: Do not install a SCSI hard disk drive in this server.
Figure 79. Simple-swap hard disk drive installation
To install a drive in a simple-swap bay, complete the following steps.
Procedure
1. Install the 2.5 inch simple-swap hard disk drive backplane.
2. Remove the drive filler panel from the front of the server.
3. Orient the drive as shown in the illustration.
4. Make sure that the tray handle is open.
5. Align the drive assembly with the guide rails in the bay.
6. Gently push the drive assembly into the bay until the drive stops.
8. If the system is turned on, check the hard disk drive status LED to verify that
the hard disk drive is operating correctly.

Results
After you replace a failed hard disk drive, the green activity LED flashes as the
disk spins up. The amber LED turns off after approximately 1 minute. If the new
drive starts to rebuild, the amber LED flashes slowly, and the green activity LED
remains lit during the rebuild process. If the amber LED remains lit, see “Hard
disk drive problems” on page 342.
Note: You might have to reconfigure the disk arrays after you install hard disk
drives. See the RAID documentation on the IBM ServeRAID Support CD for
information about RAID controllers.
Removing an optional CD-RW/DVD drive

About this task
To remove an optional CD-RW/DVD drive, complete the following steps.
Figure 80. CD-RW/DVD drive removal
Procedure
external cables.
3. Slide the server out of the rack; then, remove the cover (see “Removing the
cover” on page 402).
4. Press the release tab down to release the drive; then, while you press the tab,
push the drive toward the front of the server.
5. From the front of the server, pull the drive out of the bay.
Release tab
CD/DVD drive
Figure 81. CD-RW/DVD drive removal
Drive retention clip
Alignment pins
Figure 82. Drive retention clip removal
6. Remove the drive retention clip from the drive.

7. If you are instructed to return the CD-RW/DVD drive, follow all packaging
you.
Replacing an optional CD-RW/DVD drive

Use this information to replace an optional CD-RW/DVD drive.
About this task
To install the replacement CD-RW/DVD drive, complete the following steps.
Drive retention clip
Alignment pins
Figure 83. Drive retention clip installation

1. Remove the drive filler panel.
2. Attach the drive-retention clip to the side of the drive.
3. Slide the drive into the CD/DVD drive bay until the drive clicks into place.
Removing a tape drive

About this task
The following illustration shows how to remove an optional tape drive from the
server.
Figure 84. Tape drive removal
To remove a tape drive from the server, complete the following steps:
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and
3. Slide the server out of the rack; then, remove the cover (see “Removing the
cover” on page 402).
4. Open the tape drive tray release latch and slide the drive tray out of the bay
approximately 25 mm (1 inch).
5. Disconnect the power and signal cables from the rear of the tape drive.
6. Pull the drive completely out of the bay.
7. Remove the tape drive from the drive tray by removing the four screws on the
sides of the tray.
Figure 85. Tape drive removal
8. If you are not installing another drive in the bay, insert the tape drive filler
panel into the empty tape drive bay.
9. If you are instructed to return the drive, follow all packaging instructions, and
Replacing a tape drive

Use this information to replace a tape drive.
About this task
Figure 86. Tape drive installation
To install a tape drive, complete the following steps:

1. If the tape drive came with metal spacers on the installed on the sides,
remove the spacers.
2. Install the drive tray on the new tape drive as shown, using the four screws
that you removed from the former drive.

Figure 87. Tape drive installation
3. Prepare the drive according to the instructions that come with the drive,
setting any switches or jumpers.
4. Slide the tape-drive assembly most of the way into the tape-drive bay.
5. Using the cables from the former tape drive, connect the signal and power
cables to the back of the tape drive.
6. Make sure all the cables are out of the way, and slide the tape-drive assembly
the rest of the way into the tape-drive bay.
Removing a memory module (DIMM)

Use this information to remove a memory module (DIMM).
About this task
To remove a DIMM, complete the following steps.
Figure 88. DIMM removal
Procedure
external cables.
5. If riser-card assembly 1 contains one or more adapters, remove it (see
“Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 414).
6. Remove the air baffle over the DIMMs (see “Removing the DIMM air baffle”
on page 406
Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM
connectors, open and close the clips gently.
7. Open the retaining clip on each end of the DIMM connector and lift the DIMM
from the connector.
8. If you are instructed to return the DIMM, follow all packaging instructions, and

Installing a memory module
The following notes describe the types of dual inline memory modules (DIMMs)
that the server supports and other information that you must consider when you
install DIMMs.
About this task
Figure 89. DIMM connectors location
v When you install or remove DIMMs, the server configuration information

changes. When you restart the server, the system displays a message that
indicates that the memory configuration has changed.
v The server supports only industry-standard double-data-rate 3 (DDR3), 800,
1066, or 1333 MHz, PC3-10600R-999, registered or unbuffered, synchronous
dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM) dual inline memory modules
(DIMMs) with error correcting code (ECC). See http://www.ibm.com/systems/
support/ for a list of supported memory modules for the server.
– The specifications of a DDR3 DIMM are on a label on the DIMM, in the
following format.
ggg eRxff-PC3-wwwwwm-aa-bb-cc
where:
- ggg is the total capacity of the DIMM (for example, 1GB, 2GB, or 4GB)
- e is the number of ranks
1 = single-rank
2 = dual-rank
4 = quad-rank
- ff is the device organization (bit width)
4 = x4 organization (4 DQ lines per SDRAM)
8 = x8 organization
16 = x16 organization
- wwwww is the DIMM bandwidth, in MBps
6400 = 6.40 GBps (PC3-800 SDRAMs, 8-byte primary data bus)
12800 = 12.80 GBps PC3-1600 SDRAMs, 8-byte primary data bus)
- m is the DIMM type
E = Unbuffered DIMM (UDIMM) with ECC (x72-bit module data bus)
R = Registered DIMM (RDIMM)
U = Unbuffered DIMM with no ECC (x64-bit primary data bus)
- aa is the CAS latency, in clocks at maximum operating frequency
- bb is the JEDEC SPD Revision Encoding and Additions level
- cc is the reference design file for the design of the DIMM
- d is the revision number of the reference design of the DIMM
v The following rules apply to DDR3 DIMM speed as it relates to the number of
DIMMs in a channel:
– When you install 1 DIMM per channel, the memory runs at 1333 MHz
– When you install 2 DIMMs per channel, the memory runs at 1066 MHz
– When you install 3 DIMMs per channel, the memory runs at 800 MHz
– All channels in a server run at the fastest common frequency.
– Do not install registered and unbuffered DIMMs in the same server.
v The maximum memory speed is determined by the combination of the
microprocessor, DIMM speed, and the number of DIMMs installed in each
channel.
v In two-DIMM-per-channel configuration, a server with an Intel Xeon X5600
series microprocessor automatically operates with a maximum memory speed of
up to 1333 MHz when one of the following conditions is met:
– Two 1.5 V single-rank or dual-rank RDIMMs are installed in the same
channel. In the Setup utility, Memory speed is set to Max performance mode
– Two 1.35 V single-rank or dual-ranl RDIMMs are installed in the same
channel. In the Setup utility, Memory speed is set to Max performance and
LV-DIMM power is set to Enhance performance mode. The 1.35 V RDIMMs
will function at 1.5 V
v The server supports a maximum of 18 single-rank or dual-rank RDIMMs. The
server supports up to 12 single-rank or dual-rank UDIMMs or quad-rank
RDIMMs.
Note: To determine the type of a DIMM, see the label on the DIMM. The
information on the label is in the format xxxxx nRxxx PC3-xxxxx-xx-xx-xxx. The
numeral in the sixth numerical position indicates whether the DIMM is
single-rank (n=1), dual-rank (n=2), or quad-rank (n=4).

v The server supports three single-rank or dual-rank DIMMs per channel. The
server supports a maximum of two quad-rank RDIMMs per channel. The
following table shows an example of the maximum amount of memory that you
can install using ranked DIMMs:
Table 16. Maximum memory installation using ranked DIMMs
Number of DIMMs DIMM type DIMM size Total memory
12 Single-rank UDIMMs 2 GB 24 GB
12 Dual-rank UDIMMs 4 GB 48 GB
18 Single-rank RDIMMs 2 GB 36 GB
18 Dual-rank RDIMMs 2 GB 36 GB
12 Quad-rank RDIMMs 16 GB 192 GB
v The RDIMM options that are available for the server are 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and
16 GB. The server supports a minimum of 2 GB and a maximum of 288 GB of
system memory using RDIMMs.
For 32-bit operating systems only: Some memory is reserved for various system
resources and is unavailable to the operating system. The amount of memory
that is reserved for system resources depends on the operating system, the
configuration of the server, and the configured PCI devices.
v The UDIMM options that are available for the server are 2 GB and 4 GB. The
server supports a minimum of 2 GB and a maximum of 48 GB of system
memory using UDIMMs.
Note: The amount of usable memory is reduced depending on the system

configuration. A certain amount of memory must be reserved for system
resources. To view the total amount of installed memory and the amount of
configured memory, run the Setup utility. For additional information, see
“Configuring the server” on page 492.
v A minimum of one DIMM must be installed for each microprocessor. For
example, you must install a minimum of two DIMMs if the server has two
microprocessors installed. However, to improve system performance, install a
minimum of three DIMMs for each microprocessor.
v DIMMs in the same system must be the same type (UDIMM or RDIMM) to
ensure that the server will operate correctly.
v When you install one quad-rank RDIMM in a channel, install it in the DIMM
connector furthest away from the microprocessor.
v Do not install one quad-rank RDIMM in one channel and three RDIMMs in
another channel.
DIMM installation sequence
The server comes with a minimum of one 2 GB DIMM installed in slot 3. When
you install additional DIMMs, install them in the order shown in the following
table to optimize system performance. In non-mirroring mode, all three channels
on the memory interface for each microprocessor can be populated in any order
and have no matching requirements.When you install additional DIMMs, install
them in the order shown in Table 17, to maintain performance.
Important: If you have configured the server to use memory mirroring, do not use
the order in Table 17; go to “Memory mirroring” and use the installation order
shown there.
Table 17. DIMM installation sequence for non-mirroring (normal) mode
Installed microprocessors DIMM connector population sequence
Microprocessor socket 1 Install the DIMMs in the following sequence: 3, 6, 9, 2, 5, 8,
1, 4, 7
Microprocessor socket 2 Install the DIMMs in the following sequence: 12, 15, 18, 11,
14, 17, 10, 13, 16
Memory mirroring
Memory-mirroring mode replicates and stores data on two pairs of DIMMs within
two channels simultaneously. If a failure occurs, the memory controller switches
from the primary pair of memory DIMMs to the backup pair of DIMMs. To enable
memory mirroring through the Setup utility, select System Settings → Memory. For
details about enabling memory mirroring, see “Using the Setup utility” on page
493. When you use the memory mirroring feature, consider the following
information:
v When you use memory mirroring, you must install a pair of DIMMs at a time.
One DIMM must be in channel 0, and the mirroring DIMM must be in the same
connector in channel 1. The two DIMMs in each pair must be identical in size,
type, rank (single, dual, or quad), and organization. They do not have to be
identical in speed. The channels run at the speed of the slowest DIMM in any of
the channels. See Table 19 on page 455 for the DIMM connectors that are in each
pair.
v Channel 2, DIMM connectors 7, 8, 9, 16, 17, and 18 are not used in
memory-mirroring mode.
v The maximum available memory is reduced to half of the installed memory
when memory mirroring is enabled. For example, if you install 64 GB of
memory using RDIMMs, only 32 GB of addressable memory is available when
you use memory mirroring.
The following diagram shows the memory channel interface layout with the
DIMM installation sequence for mirroring mode. The numbers within the boxes
indicate the DIMM population sequence in pairs within the channels, and the
numbers next to the boxes indicate the DIMM connectors within the channels. For
example, the following illustration shows the first pair of DIMMs (indicated by
ones (1) inside the boxes) should be installed in DIMM connectors 1 on channel 0
and DIMM connector 2 on channel 1. DIMM connectors 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, and 18 on
channel 2 are not used in memory-mirroring mode.

1 2 3 CH0 CH0 6 5 4
3 2 1 10 11 12
CPU1 CPU2
QPI
1 2 3 CH1 CH1 6 5 4
6 5 4 13 14 15
CH2 CH2
9 8 7 16 17 18
Figure 90. Memory channel interface layout
The following table lists the DIMM connectors on each memory channel.
Table 18. Connectors on each memory channel
Memory channel DIMM connectors
Channel 0 1, 2, 3, 10, 11, 12
Channel 1 4, 5, 6, 13, 14, 15
Channel 2 7, 8, 9, 16, 17, 18
The following illustration shows the memory connector layout that is associated
with each microprocessor. For example, DIMM connectors 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16,
17, and 18 (DIMM connectors are shown underneath the boxes) are associated with
microprocessor 2 slot (CPU2) and DIMM connectors 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 are
associated with microprocessor 1 slot (CPU1). The numbers within the boxes
indicates the installation sequence of the DIMM pairs. For example, the first DIMM
pair (indicated within the boxes by ones (1)) should be installed in DIMM
connectors 1 and 2, which is associated with microprocessor 1 (CPU1).
Note: You can install DIMMs for microprocessor 2 as soon as you install
microprocessor 2; you do not have to wait until all of the DIMM connectors for
microprocessor 1 are filled.
CPU2 6 5 4 6 5 4
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
1 2 3 1 2 3 CPU1
9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Figure 91. Memory connectors associated with each microprocessor
The following table lists the installation sequence for installing DIMMs in
memory-mirroring mode.
Table 19. Memory-mirroring mode DIMM population sequence
Number of installed
DIMMs microprocessors DIMM connector
First pair of DIMMs 1 3, 6
Second pair of DIMMs 1 2, 5
Third pair of DIMMs 1 1, 4
Fourth pair of DIMMs 2 12, 15
Fifth pair of DIMMs 2 11, 14
Sixth pair of DIMMs 2 10, 13
Note: DIMM connectors 7, 8, 9, 16, 17, and 18 are not used in memory-mirroring mode.
When you install or remove DIMMs, the server configuration information changes.
When you restart the server, the system displays a message that indicates that the
memory configuration has changed.
Online-spare memory
The server supports online-spare memory. This feature disables the failed memory
from the system configuration and activates an online-spare DIMM to replace the
failed active DIMM. You can enable either online-spare memory or memory
mirroring in the Setup utility (see “Using the Setup utility” on page 493). When
you use the memory online-spare feature, consider the following information:
v The memory online-spare feature is supported on server models with an Intel
Xeon™ 5600 series microprocessor.
v When you enable the memory online-spare feature, you must install three
DIMMs per microprocessor at a time. The first DIMM must be in channel 0, the
second DIMM in channel 1, and the online-spare DIMM in channel 2. The
DIMMs must be identical in size, type, rank, and organization, but not in speed.
The channels run at the speed of the slowest DIMM in any of the channels.
v The maximum available memory is reduced to 2/3 of the installed memory
when memory online-spare mode is enabled. For example, if you install 72 GB
of memory using RDIMMs, only 48 GB of addressable memory is available
when you use memory online-spare.
The following table shows the installation sequence for installing DIMMs for each
microprocessor and the online-spare DIMM in memory online-spare mode:
Table 20. Memory online-spare mode DIMM population sequence
Installed
Microprocessor DIMM connector
Microprocessor 1 3, 6, 9
3, 6, 9, 2, 5, 8
3, 6, 9, 2, 5, 8, 1, 4, 7
Microprocessor 2 12, 15, 18,
12, 15, 18, 11, 14, 17,
12, 15, 18, 11, 14, 17, 10, 13, 16

Replacing a DIMM
Use this information to replace a DIMM.
About this task
To install a DIMM, complete the following steps.
Figure 92. DIMM installation
1. If riser-card assembly 1 contains one or more adapters, remove riser-card

assembly 1.
2. Remove the DIMM air baffle.
Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM
connectors, open and close the clips gently.
3. Open the retaining clip on each end of the DIMM connector.
4. Touch the static-protective package that contains the DIMM to any unpainted
metal surface on the server. Then, remove the DIMM from the package.
5. Turn the DIMM so that the DIMM keys align correctly with the connector.
6. Insert the DIMM into the connector by aligning the edges of the DIMM with
the slots at the ends of the DIMM connector. Firmly press the DIMM straight
down into the connector by applying pressure on both ends of the DIMM
simultaneously. The retaining clips snap into the locked position when the
DIMM is firmly seated in the connector.
Attention: If there is a gap between the DIMM and the retaining clips, the
DIMM has not been correctly inserted; open the retaining clips, remove the
DIMM, and then reinsert it.
7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 until all the new or replacement DIMMs are
installed.
8. Replace the air baffle over the DIMMs (see “Replacing the DIMM air baffle”
on page 407), making sure all cables are out of the way.
9. Replace the PCI riser-card assemblies (see “Replacing a PCI riser-card
assembly” on page 415), if you removed them.
13. Go to the Setup utility and make sure all the installed DIMMs are present and
enabled.
Removing a hot-swap fan

Use this information to remove a hot-swap fan.
About this task

Attention: To ensure proper server operation and cooling, if you remove a fan
with the system running, you must install a replacement fan within 30 seconds or
the system will shut down.
To remove any of the three replaceable fans, complete the following steps.
Vertical tabs
Fan 3
Fan 2 Fan 1
Figure 93. Hot-swap fan removal
Procedure
2. Leave the server connected to power.
3. Slide the server out of the rack and remove the cover (see “Removing the
cover” on page 402). The LED on the system board near the connector for the
failing fan will be lit.
Attention: To ensure proper system cooling, do not remove the top cover for
more than 30 minutes during this procedure.
4. Grasp the fan by the finger grips on the sides of the fan.
5. Lift the fan out of the server.
6. Replace the fan within 30 seconds.
7. If you are instructed to return the fan, follow all packaging instructions, and

Replacing a hot-swap fan
About this task
For proper cooling, the server requires that all three fans be installed at all times.
Attention: To ensure proper server operation, if a fan fails, replace it immediately.

Have a replacement fan ready to install as soon as you remove the failed fan.
See “System-board internal connectors” on page 17 for the locations of the fan
connectors.
To install any of the three replaceable fans, complete the following steps.
Vertical tabs
Fan 3
Fan 2 Fan 1
Figure 94. Hot-swap fan installation
Procedure
1. Orient the new fan over its position in the fan bracket so that the connector on
the bottom aligns with the fan connector on the system board.
2. Align the vertical tabs on the fan with the slots on the fan cage bracket.
3. Push the new fan into the fan connector on the system board. Press down on
the top surface of the fan to seat the fan fully. (Make sure that the LED has
turned off.)
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until all the new or replacement fans are installed.
Removing a hot-swap fan
The server comes with three replaceable fans.
About this task
Attention: To ensure proper server operation and cooling, if you remove a fan
with the system running, you must install a replacement fan within 30 seconds or
the system will shut down.
To remove a replaceable fan, complete the following steps.
Vertical tabs
Fan 3
Fan 2 Fan 1
Figure 95. Hot-swap fan removal
Procedure
2. Leave the server connected to power.
3. Slide the server out of the rack and remove the cover (see Removing the cover).
The LED near the failing fan will be lit.
Attention: To ensure proper system cooling, do not remove the top cover for
more than 30 minutes during this procedure.
4. Lift the fan out of the server.
5. Replace the fan within 30 seconds (see Installing a hot-swap fan).
Results
If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to

Completing the installation.

Replacing a hot-swap ac power supply
Use this information to replace a hot-swap ac power supply.
About this task
The following notes describe the type of ac power supply that the server supports
and other information that you must consider when you install a power supply:
v Make sure that the devices that you are installing are supported. For a list of
supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.ibm.com/systems/
info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/.
v Before you install an additional power supply or replace a power supply with
one of a different wattage, you may use the IBM Power Configurator utility to
determine current system power consumption. For more information and to
download the utility, go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/bladecenter/
resources/powerconfig.html.
v The server comes with one hot-swap 12-volt output power supply that connects
to power supply bay 1. The input voltage is 110 V ac or 220 V ac auto-sensing.
v You cannot mix 460-watt and 675-watt power supplies, high-efficiency and
non-high-efficiency power supplies, or ac and dc power supplies in the server.
v The following information applies when you install 460-watt power supplies in
the server:
– A warning message is generated if the total power consumption exceeds 400
watts and the server only has one operational 460-watt power supply. In this
case, the server can still operate under normal condition. Before you install
additional components in the server, you must install an additional power
supply
– The server automatically shuts down if the total power consumption exceeds
the total power supply output capacity
– You can enable the power capping feature in the Setup utility to control and
monitor power consumption in the server (see “Setup utility menu choices”
on page 494)
The following table lists the system status when you install 460-watt power
supplies in the server:
Table 21. System status with 460-watt power supplies installed
Total system power
Number of 460-watt power supplies installed
consumption (in
watts) One Two Two with one failure
< 400 Normal Normal, redundant Normal
power
400 ~ 460 Normal, status Normal, redundant Normal, status
warning power warning
> 460 System shutdown Normal System shutdown
v Power supply 1 is the default/primary power supply. If power supply 1 fails,

you must replace the power supply immediately.
v You can order an optional power supply for redundancy.
v These power supplies are designed for parallel operation. In the event of a
power-supply failure, the redundant power supply continues to power the
system. The server supports a maximum of two power supplies.
v For instructions on how to install a hot-swap dc power supply, refer to the
documentation that comes with the dc power supply.
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 electrical current from
the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
2
1
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
technician.
Note: The procedure below describes how to install a hot-swap ac power supply,
for instructions on how to install a hot-swap dc power supply, refer to the
documentation that comes with the dc power supply.

Figure 96. Power supply installation
Attention: During normal operation, each power-supply bay must contain either
a power supply or power-supply filler for proper cooling.
To install a power supply, complete the following steps:
Procedure
1. Slide the power supply into the bay until the retention latch clicks into place.
Attention: Do not install 460-watt and 675-watt power supplies,
high-efficiency and non-high-efficiency power supplies, or ac and dc power
supplies in the server.
2. Connect the power cord for the new power supply to the power-cord connector
on the power supply.
The following illustration shows the power-cord connectors on the back of the
server.
Figure 97. Power-supply connectors
3. Route the power cord through the power-supply handle and through any cable
clamps on the rear of the server, to prevent the power cord from being
accidentally pulled out when you slide the server in and out of the rack.
4. Connect the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet.
5. Make sure that the error LED on the power supply is not lit, and that the dc
power LED and ac power LED on the power supply are lit, indicating that the
power supply is operating correctly.
6. If you are replacing a power supply with one of a different wattage, apply the
power information label provided with the new power supply over the existing
power information label on the server.
x.x/x.x
xx/xx HZ
Figure 98. Power information label
Removing the battery

Use this information to remove the battery.
About this task
Statement 2
CAUTION:
Do not:
To remove the battery, complete the following steps:

2. Follow any special handling and installation instructions that come with the
battery.
3. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cord and
6. Disconnect any internal cables, as necessary (see “Internal cable routing and
connectors” on page 398).

7. Locate the battery on the system board.
Figure 99. Battery location
8. Remove the battery:

a. If there is a rubber cover on the battery holder, use your fingers to lift the
battery cover from the battery connector.
b. Use one finger to push the battery horizontally away from the PCI riser
card in slot 2 and out of its housing.
Figure 100. Battery removal
Attention: Neither tilt nor push the battery by using excessive force.
c. Use your thumb and index finger to lift the battery from the socket.
Attention: Do not lift the battery by using excessive force. Failing to remove
the battery properly may damage the socket on the system board. Any damage
to the socket may require replacing the system board.
9. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. See the
IBM Environmental Notices and User's Guide on the IBM Documentation CD for
more information.
Replacing the battery

Use this information to replace the battery.
About this task
The following notes describe information that you must consider when you replace
the battery in the server.
v You must replace the battery with a lithium battery of the same type from the
same manufacturer.
v After you replace the battery, you must reconfigure the server and reset the
system date and time.
v To avoid possible danger, read and follow the following safety statement.
v To order replacement batteries, call 1-800-IBM-SERV within the United States,
and 1-800-465-7999 or 1-800-465-6666 within Canada. Outside the U.S. and
Canada, call your support center or business partner.
Statement 2
CAUTION:
Do not:
See the IBM Environmental Notices and User's Guide on the IBM Documentation CD
for more information.
To install the replacement battery, complete the following steps:
Procedure
1. Follow any special handling and installation instructions that come with the
replacement battery.
2. Insert the new battery:

a. Tilt the battery so that you can insert it into the socket on the side opposite
the battery clip.
Figure 101. Battery installation
b. Press the battery down into the socket until it clicks into place. Make sure
that the battery clip holds the battery securely.
c. If you removed a rubber cover from the battery holder, use your fingers to
install the battery cover on top of the battery connector.
3. Reinstall any adapters that you removed.
4. Reconnect the internal cables that you disconnected (see “Internal cable routing
and connectors” on page 398).
Note: You must wait approximately 2.5 minutes after you connect the power
cord of the server to an electrical outlet before the power-control button
becomes active.
8. Start the Setup utility and reset the configuration.
v Set the system date and time.
v Set the power-on password.
v Reconfigure the server.
See Chapter 6, “Configuration information and instructions,” on page 491
Removing the operator information panel assembly

Use this information to remove the operator information panel assembly.
About this task
To remove the operator information panel assembly, complete the following steps.
Figure 102. Operator information panel removal
Procedure
3. Disconnect the cable from the back of the operator information panel assembly.
4. Reach inside the server and press the release tab; then, while you hold the
release tab down, push the assembly toward the front of the server.
5. From the front of the server, carefully pull the operator information panel
assembly out of the server.
6. If you are instructed to return the operator information panel assembly, follow
all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that
are supplied to you.
Replacing the operator information panel assembly

Use this information to replace the operator information panel assembly.
About this task
To install the replacement operator information panel assembly, complete the

following steps.
Figure 103. Operator information panel installation

Procedure
1. Position the operator information panel assembly so that the tabs face upward
and slide it into the server until it clicks into place.
2. Inside the server, connect the cable to the rear of the operator information panel
assembly.
Removing and replacing Tier 2 CRUs

You may install a Tier 2 CRU yourself or request IBM to install it, at no additional
charge, under the type of warranty service that is designated for your server.
The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.
Removing the bezel

Use this information to remove the bezel.
About this task
To remove the bezel, complete the following steps.
Figure 104. Bezel removal
Procedure
2. Remove all the cables that are connected to the front of the server.
3. Remove the screws from the bezel.
4. Rotate the top of the bezel away from the server.
Replacing the bezel
Use this information to replace the bezel.
About this task
To install the bezel, complete the following steps.
Figure 105. Bezel installation
Procedure
1. Insert the tabs on the bottom of the bezel into the slots on the underside of the
chassis and attach it with the screws.
2. Connect any cables you previously removed from the front of the server.
Removing the SAS hard disk drive backplane

Use this information to remove the SAS hard disk drive backplane.
About this task
To remove the SAS hard disk drive backplane, complete the following steps.

Figure 106. SAS hard disk drive backplane removal
Procedure
5. Pull the hard disk drives or fillers out of the server slightly to disengage them
from the backplane. See “Removing a hot-swap hard disk drive” on page 440
for details.
6. To obtain more working room, remove the fans (see “Removing a hot-swap
fan” on page 457).
7. Lift the backplane out of the server by pulling it toward the rear of the server
and then lifting it up.
8. Disconnect the backplane power, signal, and configuration cables (see “Internal
cable routing and connectors” on page 398).
9. If you are instructed to return the backplane, follow all packaging instructions,
Replacing the SAS hard disk drive backplane
Use this information to replace the SAS hard disk drive backplane.
About this task
To install the replacement SAS hard disk drive backplane, complete the following
steps.
Figure 107. SAS hard disk drive backplane installation
Procedure
1. Connect the power and signal cables to the replacement backplane (see
“Internal cable routing and connectors” on page 398).
2. Align the backplane with the backplane slot in the chassis and the small slots
on top of the hard disk drive cage.
3. Lower the backplane into the slots on the chassis.
4. Rotate the top of the backplane until the front tab clicks into place into the
latches on the chassis.
5. Insert the hard disk drives and the fillers the rest of the way into the bays.
6. Replace the fan bracket and fans if you removed them (see “Replacing the fan
bracket” on page 409 and “Replacing a hot-swap fan” on page 458).

Removing the simple-swap hard disk drive backplate
Use this information to remove the simple-swap hard disk drive backplate.
About this task
To remove the simple-swap hard disk drive backplate, complete the following
steps.
Figure 108. Hard disk drive backplate removal
Procedure
5. Pull the hard disk drives or fillers out of the server slightly to disengage them
from the backplate. See “Removing a simple-swap hard disk drive” on page
442 for details.
6. To obtain more working room, remove the fans (see “Removing a hot-swap
fan” on page 457).
7. Lift the backplate out of the server by pulling it and lifting it up.
8. Disconnect the backplate power, signal, and configuration cables (see “Internal
cable routing and connectors” on page 398).
9. If you are instructed to return the backplate, follow all packaging instructions,
Replacing the simple-swap hard disk drive backplate
Use this information to replace the simple-swap hard disk drive backplate.
About this task
To install the replacement simple-swap hard disk drive backplate, complete the
following steps.
Figure 109. Hard disk drive backplate installation
Procedure
1. Connect the power and signal cables to the replacement backplate (see
“Internal cable routing and connectors” on page 398).
2. Align the backplate with the backplate slot in the chassis and the small slots on
top of the hard disk drive cage.
3. Lower the backplate into the slots on the chassis.
4. Rotate the top of the backplate until the front tab clicks into place into the
latches on the chassis.
5. Insert the hard disk drives and the fillers the rest of the way into the bays.
6. Replace the fan bracket and fans if you removed them (see “Replacing the fan
bracket” on page 409 and “Replacing a hot-swap fan” on page 458).

Removing and replacing FRUs
FRUs must be installed only by trained service technicians.
The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from the hardware.
Removing a microprocessor and heat sink

Use this information to remove a microprocessor and heat sink.
About this task
Attention:
v Always use the microprocessor installation tool to remove a microprocessor.
Failing to use the microprocessor installation tool may damage the
microprocessor sockets on the system board. Any damage to the microprocessor
sockets may require replacing the system board.
v Do not allow the thermal grease on the microprocessor and heat sink to come in
contact with anything. Contact with any surface can compromise the thermal
grease and the microprocessor socket.
v Dropping the microprocessor during installation or removal can damage the
contacts.
v Do not touch the microprocessor contacts; handle the microprocessor by the
edges only. Contaminants on the microprocessor contacts, such as oil from your
skin, can cause connection failures between the contacts and the socket.
To remove a microprocessor and heat sink, complete the following steps:
Procedure
on page 395.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cord and
4. Depending on which microprocessor you are removing, remove the following
components, if necessary:
v Microprocessor 1: PCI riser-card assembly 1 and DIMM air baffle (see
“Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 414 and “Removing the
DIMM air baffle” on page 406)
v Microprocessor 2: PCI riser-card assembly 2 and microprocessor 2 air baffle
(see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 414 and “Removing the
DIMM air baffle” on page 406).
5. Open the heat-sink release lever to the fully open position.
Figure 110. Heat-sink release lever
6. Lift the heat sink out of the server. If the heat sink sticks to the
microprocessor, slightly twist the heat sink back and forth to break the seal.
After removal, place the heat sink on its side on a clean, flat surface.
7. Release the microprocessor retention latch by pressing down on the end,
moving it to the side, and releasing it to the open (up) position.
8. Open the microprocessor bracket frame by lifting up the tab on the top edge.
Keep the bracket frame in the open position.
Microprocessor
Microprocessor bracket frame
release lever
Figure 111. Microprocessor bracket frame
9. Locate the microprocessor installation tool that comes with the new
microprocessor.
10. Twist the handle on the microprocessor tool counterclockwise so that it is in
the open position.
Handle
Installation tool
Figure 112. Installation tool handle adjustment

11. Align the installation tool with the alignment pins on the microprocessor
socket and lower the tool down over the microprocessor.
Installation tool
Microprocessor
Alignment pins
Figure 113. Microprocessor installation
12. Twist the handle on the installation tool clockwise and lift the microprocessor
out of the socket.
Handle
Installation tool
13. Carefully lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the socket, and place it
on a static-protective surface. Remove the microprocessor from the installation
tool by twisting the handle counterclockwise.
14. If you do not intend to install a microprocessor in the socket, install the socket
dust cover on the socket.
Attention: The pins on the socket are fragile. Any damage to the pins may
require replacing the system board.
15. If you are instructed to return the microprocessor, follow all packaging
instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied
to you.
Replacing a microprocessor and heat sink
Use this information to replace a microprocessor and heat sink.
About this task
For information about the type of microprocessor that the server supports and
other information that you must consider when you install a microprocessor, see
the Installation and User’s Guide on the IBM Documentation CD.
Read the documentation that comes with the microprocessor to determine whether
you must update the IBM System x Server Firmware.
To download the most current level of server firmware, complete the following
steps:
server.
Important:
v Always use the microprocessor installation tool to install a microprocessor.
Failing to use the microprocessor installation tool may damage the
microprocessor sockets on the system board. Any damage to the microprocessor
sockets may require replacing the system board.
v A startup (boot) microprocessor must always be installed in microprocessor
connector 1 on the system board.
v Make sure the microprocessor that you are about to install is supported. See
Chapter 4, “Parts listing,” on page 381 for a list of supported microprocessors.
v Do not install an Intel Xeon™ 5500 series microprocessor and an Intel Xeon™
5600 series microprocessor in the same server.
v To ensure correct server operation, make sure that you use microprocessors that
are compatible and you have installed an additional DIMM for microprocessor 2.
Compatible microprocessors must have the same QuickPath Interconnect (QPI)
link speed, integrated memory controller frequency, core frequency, power
segment, cache size, and type.
v Microprocessors with different stepping levels are supported in this server. If
you install microprocessors with different stepping levels, it does not matter
which microprocessor is installed in microprocessor connector 1 or connector 2.
v If you are installing a microprocessor that has been removed, make sure that it is
paired with its original heat sink or a new replacement heat sink. Do not reuse a
heat sink from another microprocessor; the thermal grease distribution might be
different and might affect conductivity.
v If you are installing a new heat sink, remove the protective backing from the
thermal material that is on the underside of the new heat sink.
v If you are installing a new heat-sink assembly that did not come with thermal
grease, see “Thermal grease” on page 482 for instructions for applying thermal
grease; then, continue with step 1 on page 478 of this procedure.

v If you are installing a heat sink that has contaminated thermal grease, see
“Thermal grease” on page 482 for instructions for replacing the thermal grease;
then, continue with step 1 of this procedure.
v Microprocessor 2, aux power, and PCI riser-card assembly 2 share the same
power channel that is limited to 230 W.
To install a new or replacement microprocessor, complete the following steps. The

following illustration shows how to install a microprocessor on the system board.
Procedure
1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the microprocessor to any
unpainted metal surface on the server. Then, remove the microprocessor from
the package.
2. Rotate the microprocessor release lever on the socket from its closed and
locked position until it stops in the fully open position.
Attention:
v Do not touch the microprocessor contact; handle the microprocessor by the
edges only. Contaminants on the microprocessor contacts, such as oil from
your skin, can cause connection failures between the contacts and the
socket.
v Handle the microprocessor carefully. Dropping the microprocessor during
installation or removal can damage the contacts.
v Do not use excessive force when you press the microprocessor into the
socket.
v Make sure that the microprocessor is oriented and aligned and positioned
in the socket before you try to close the lever.
3. If there is a plastic protective cover on the bottom of the microprocessor,
carefully remove it.
Protective
cover
Microprocessor
Figure 115. Protective cover removal
4. Locate the microprocessor installation tool that comes with the new
microprocessor.
5. Twist the handle of the installation tool counterclockwise so that it is in the
open position.
Handle
Installation tool
6. Align the microprocessor alignment slots with the alignment pins on the
microprocessor installation tool and place the microprocessor on the underside
of the tool so that the tool can grasp the microprocessor correctly.
Microprocessor
Installation tool
Alignment
pin slots
Alignment
pins
7. Twist the handle of the installation tool clockwise to secure the microprocessor
in the tool.
Note: You can pick up or release the microprocessor by twisting the

microprocessor installation tool handle.
Handle
Installation tool
8. Carefully align the microprocessor installation tool over the microprocessor

socket.

Attention: The microprocessor fits only one way on the socket. You must
place a microprocessor straight down on the socket to avoid damaging the
pins on the socket. The pins on the socket are fragile. Any damage to the pins
may require replacing the system board.
Installation tool
Microprocessor
Alignment pins
9. Twist the handle on the microprocessor tool counterclockwise to insert the

microprocessor into the socket.
Handle
Installation tool
10. Close the microprocessor bracket frame.

11. Carefully close the microprocessor release lever to the closed position to secure
the microprocessor in the socket.
12. Install a heat sink on the microprocessor.
Attention: Do not touch the thermal grease on the bottom of the heat sink or
set down the heat sink after you remove the plastic cover. Touching the
thermal grease will contaminate it.
The following illustration shows the bottom surface of the heat sink.
Figure 121. Heat sink
a. Make sure that the heat-sink release lever is in the open position.
b. Remove the plastic protective cover from the bottom of the heat sink.
c. If the new heat sink did not come with thermal grease, apply thermal
grease on the microprocessor before you install the heat sink (see “Thermal
grease” on page 482).
d. Align the heat sink above the microprocessor with the thermal grease side
down.
Figure 122. Heat sink installation
e. Slide the flange of the heat sink into the opening in the retainer bracket.
f. Press down firmly on the heat sink until it is seated securely.
g. Rotate the heat-sink release lever to the closed position and hook it
underneath the lock tab.
13. Replace the components that you removed in “Removing a microprocessor
and heat sink” on page 474
v Microprocessor 1: DIMM air baffle and PCI riser-card assembly 1 (see
“Replacing the DIMM air baffle” on page 407 and “Replacing a PCI
riser-card assembly” on page 415)
v Microprocessor 2: Microprocessor 2 air baffle and PCI riser-card assembly 2
(see “Replacing the microprocessor 2 air baffle” on page 405 and “Replacing
a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 415).

Thermal grease
The thermal grease must be replaced whenever the heat sink has been removed
from the top of the microprocessor and is going to be reused or when debris is
found in the grease.
About this task
To replace damaged or contaminated thermal grease on the microprocessor and

heat exchanger, complete the following steps:
Procedure
1. Place the heat-sink assembly on a clean work surface.
2. Remove the cleaning pad from its package and unfold it completely.
3. Use the cleaning pad to wipe the thermal grease from the bottom of the heat
exchanger.
Note: Make sure that all of the thermal grease is removed.

4. Use a clean area of the cleaning pad to wipe the thermal grease from the
microprocessor; then, dispose of the cleaning pad after all of the thermal grease
is removed.
0.02 mL of thermal
grease
Microprocessor
Figure 123. Thermal grease distribution
5. Use the thermal-grease syringe to place nine uniformly spaced dots of 0.02 mL
each on the top of the microprocessor.
Figure 124. Syringe
Note: 0.01mL is one tick mark on the syringe. If the grease is properly applied,
approximately half (0.22 mL) of the grease will remain in the syringe.
Removing a heat-sink retention module
Use this information to remove a heat-sink retention module.
About this task
To remove a heat-sink retention module, complete the following steps:

Attention: In the following step, keep each heat sink paired with its
microprocessor for reinstallation.
4. Remove the applicable air baffle; then, remove the heat sink and
microprocessor. See “Removing a microprocessor and heat sink” on page 474
for instructions; then, continue with step 5.
Figure 125. Four screws removal
5. Remove the four screws that secure the heat-sink retention module to the
system board; then, lift the heat-sink retention module from the system board.
6. If you are instructed to return the heat-sink retention module, follow all
supplied to you.
Replacing a heat-sink retention module

Use this information to replace a heat-sink retention module.
About this task
To install a heat-sink retention module, complete the following steps:

1. Place the heat-sink retention module in the microprocessor location on the
system board.

Figure 126. Four screws installation
2. Install the four screws that secure the module to the system board.
Attention: Make sure that you install each heat sink with its paired
microprocessor (see steps 3 on page 483 and 4 on page 483).
3. Install the microprocessor, heat sink, and applicable air baffle (see “Replacing a
microprocessor and heat sink” on page 477).
Removing the system board

Use this information to remove the system board.
About this task
To remove the system board, complete the following steps.

3. Pull the power supplies out of the rear of the server, just enough to disengage
them from the server.
5. Remove the following components and place them on a static-protective
surface for reinstallation:
v The riser-card assemblies with adapters (see “Removing a PCI riser-card
assembly” on page 414)
v The SAS riser-card and controller assembly (see “Removing the SAS
riser-card and controller assembly” on page 424)
6. If an Ethernet adapter is installed in the server, remove it.
7. If a virtual media key is installed in the server, remove it (see “Removing an
IBM virtual media key” on page 410 for instructions).
8. Remove the air baffles (see “Removing the DIMM air baffle” on page 406 and
“Removing the microprocessor 2 air baffle” on page 404).
Important: Before you remove the DIMMs, note which DIMMs are in which
connectors. You must install them in the same configuration on the
replacement system board.
9. Remove all DIMMs, and place them on a static-protective surface for
reinstallation (see “Removing a memory module (DIMM)” on page 448).
10. Remove the fans (see “Removing a hot-swap fan” on page 457).
11. Disconnect all cables from the system board (see “Internal cable routing and
connectors” on page 398).
Attention:
v In the following step, do not allow the thermal grease to come in contact
with anything, and keep each heat sink paired with its microprocessor for
reinstallation. Contact with any surface can compromise the thermal grease
and the microprocessor socket; a mismatch between the microprocessor and
its original heat sink can require the installation of a new heat sink.
v Disengage all latches, release tabs or locks on cable connectors when you
disconnect all cables from the system board. Please refer to “Internal cable
routing and connectors” on page 398 for more information. Failing to
release them before removing the cables will damage the cable sockets on
the system board. The cable sockets on the system board are fragile. Any
damage to the cable sockets may require replacing the system board.
12. Remove each microprocessor heat sink and microprocessor; then, place them
on a static-protective surface for reinstallation (see “Removing a
13. Push in and lift up the two system-board release latches on each side of the
fan cage.
System board
release latches
Figure 127. System-board release latches
14. Slide the system board forward and tilt it away from the power supplies.
Using the two lift handles on the system board, pull the system board out of
the server.

Figure 128. System-board removal
Attention: When you pull the system board out of the server, be careful not
to damage any surrounding components and not to bend the pin inside the
microprocessor socket.
15. If you are instructed to return the system board, follow all packaging
instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied
to you.
16. Remove the socket covers from the microprocessor sockets on the new system
board and place them on the microprocessor sockets of the system board you
are removing.
Attention: Make sure to place the socket covers for the microprocessor
sockets on the system board before you return the old system board.
Replacing the system board

Use this information to replace the system board.
About this task
Notes:
1. When you reassemble the components in the server, be sure to route all cables
carefully so that they are not exposed to excessive pressure (see “Internal cable
routing and connectors” on page 398).
2. When you replace the system board, you must either update the server with
the latest firmware or restore the pre-existing firmware that the customer
provides on a diskette or CD image. Make sure that you have the latest
firmware or a copy of the pre-existing firmware before you proceed. See
“Updating the firmware” on page 491, “Updating the Universal Unique
Identifier (UUID)” on page 511, and “Updating the DMI/SMBIOS data” on
page 514 for more information.

code updates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest
level of code is supported for the cluster solution before you update the code.
3. Update the vital product data (VPD) through the server firmware update
procedure.
4. If you see the error message Non-compatible/non-supported CPU, see PDSG for
more information appears, the microprocessor that you installed is not
supported. See Chapter 4, “Parts listing,” on page 381 for a list of supported
microprocessors.
To reinstall the system board, complete the following steps.
Figure 129. System-board installation
Procedure
1. Align the system board at an angle, as shown in the illustration; then, rotate
and lower it flat and slide it back toward the rear of the server. Make sure
that the rear connectors extend through the rear of the chassis.
2. Reconnect to the system board the cables that you disconnected in step 11 on
page 485 of “Removing the system board” on page 484 (see “Internal cable
routing and connectors” on page 398).
3. Rotate the system-board release latch toward the rear of the server until the
latch clicks into place.
4. Install the fans.
5. Install each microprocessor with its matching heat sink (see “Replacing a
6. Install the DIMMs (see “Installing a memory module” on page 450).
7. Install the air baffles (see “Replacing the DIMM air baffle” on page 407) and
“Removing the microprocessor 2 air baffle” on page 404, making sure that all
cables are out of the way.
8. Install the SAS riser-card and controller assembly (see “Replacing the SAS
riser-card and controller assembly” on page 426).
9. If necessary, install the Ethernet adapter.
10. If necessary, install the virtual media key.
11. Install the PCI riser-card assemblies and all adapters (see “Replacing a PCI
riser-card assembly” on page 415).
13. Push the power supplies back into the server.

Results
Important: Perform the following updates:

v Start the Setup utility and reset the configuration.
– Set the system date and time.
– Set the power-on password.
– Reconfigure the server.
See “Using the Setup utility” on page 493 for details.
v Either update the server with the latest RAID firmware or restore the
pre-existing firmware from a diskette or CD image (see “Updating the firmware”
on page 491).
v Update the UUID (see “Updating the Universal Unique Identifier (UUID)” on
page 511).
v Update the DMI/SMBIOS (see “Updating the DMI/SMBIOS data” on page 514
).
Removing the 240 VA safety cover

Use this information to remove the 240 VA safety cover.
About this task
To remove the 240 VA safety cover, complete the following steps:
Procedure
3. Pull the server out of the rack.
5. Remove the SAS riser card assembly (see “Removing the SAS riser-card and
controller assembly” on page 424).
Figure 130. 240 VA safety cover removal
6. Remove the screw from the safety cover.

7. Disconnect the hard disk drive backplane power cables from the connector in
front of the safety cover.
8. Slide the cover forward to disengage it from the system board, and then lift it
out of the server.
9. If you are instructed to return the 240 VA safety cover, follow all packaging
you.
Replacing the 240 VA safety cover

Use this information to replace the 240 VA safety cover.
About this task
To install the 240 VA safety cover, complete the following steps.

Figure 131. 240 VA safety cover installation
Procedure
1. Line up and insert the tabs on the bottom of the safety cover into the slots on
the system board.
2. Slide the safety cover toward the back of the server until it is secure.
3. Connect the hard disk drive backplane power cables to the connector in front
of the safety cover.
4. Install the screw into the safety cover.
5. Install the SAS riser-card assembly (see “Replacing the SAS riser-card and
controller assembly” on page 426).
Chapter 6. Configuration information and instructions
This chapter provides information about updating the firmware and using the
configuration utilities.
Updating the firmware

Use this information to update the firmware.
The firmware for the server is periodically updated and is available for download
from the Web. To check for the latest level of firmware, such as server firmware,
vital product data (VPD) code, device drivers, and service processor firmware
server.
Download the latest firmware for the server; then, install the firmware, using the
instructions that are included with the downloaded files.
When you replace a device in the server, you might have to either update the
firmware that is stored in memory on the device or restore the pre-existing
firmware from a diskette or CD image.
v BIOS code is stored in ROM on the system board.
v IMM firmware is stored in ROM on the IMM on the system board.
v Ethernet firmware is stored in ROM on the Ethernet controller.
v ServeRAID firmware is stored in ROM on the ServeRAID adapter.
v SATA firmware is stored in ROM on the integrated SATA controller.
v SAS/SATA firmware is stored in ROM on the SAS/SATA controller on the
system board.

Configuring the server
The following configuration programs come with the server:
v Setup utility
The Setup utility (formerly called the Configuration/Setup Utility program) is
part of the IBM System x Server Firmware. Use it to change interrupt request
(IRQ) settings, change the startup-device sequence, set the date and time, and set
passwords. For information about using this program, see “Using the Setup
utility” on page 493.
v Boot Menu program
The Boot Menu program is part of the IBM System x Server Firmware. Use it to
override the startup sequence that is set in the Setup utility and temporarily
assign a device to be first in the startup sequence.
v IBM ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD
The ServerGuide program provides software-setup tools and installation tools
that are designed for the server. Use this CD during the installation of the server
to configure basic hardware features, such as an integrated SAS controller with
RAID capabilities, and to simplify the installation of your operating system. For
information about obtaining and using this CD, see “Using the ServerGuide
Setup and Installation CD” on page 500.
v Integrated management module
Use the integrated management module (IMM) for configuration, to update the
firmware and sensor data record/field replaceable unit (SDR/FRU) data, and to
remotely manage a network. For information about using the IMM, see “Using
the integrated management module” on page 502.
v VMware embedded USB hypervisor
The VMware embedded USB hypervisor is available on the server models that
come with an installed IBM USB Memory Key for VMware hypervisor. The USB
memory key is installed in the USB connector on the SAS riser-card. Hypervisor
is virtualization software that enables multiple operating systems to run on a
host computer at the same time. For more information about using the
embedded hypervisor, see “Using the USB memory key for VMware hypervisor”
on page 503.
v Remote presence capability and blue-screen capture
The remote presence and blue-screen capture feature are integrated into the
integrated management module (IMM). The virtual media key is required to
enable these features. When the optional virtual media key is installed in the
server, it activates the remote presence functions. Without the virtual media key,
you will not be able to access the network remotely to mount or unmount drives
or images on the client system. However, you will still be able to access the host
graphical user interface through the Web interface without the virtual media key.
You can order an optional IBM Virtual Media Key, if one did not come with
your server. For more information about how to enable the remote presence
function, see “Using the remote presence capability and blue-screen capture” on
page 504.
v Ethernet controller configuration
For information about configuring the Ethernet controller, see “Configuring the
Gigabit Ethernet controller” on page 507.
v LSI Configuration Utility program
Use the LSI Configuration Utility program to configure the integrated
SAS/SATA controller with RAID capabilities and the devices that are attached to
it. For information about using this program, see “Using the LSI Configuration
Utility program” on page 507.
The following table lists the different server configurations and the applications
that are available for configuring and managing RAID arrays.
Table 22. Server configuration and applications for configuring and managing RAID arrays
RAID array configuration RAID array management
(before operating system is (after operating system is
Server configuration installed) installed)
ServeRAID-BR10i adapter LSI Utility (Setup utility, MegaRAID Storage Manager
(LSI 1068E) press Ctrl+C), ServerGuide (for monitoring storage only)
ServeRAID-BR10il v2 adapter LSI Utility (Setup utility, MegaRAID Storage Manager
(LSI 1064E) press Ctrl+C), ServerGuide and IBM Director
ServeRAID-MR10i adapter MegaRAID Storage Manager MegaRAID Storage Manager
(LSI 1078) (MSM), MegaRAID BIOS (MSM)
Configuration Utility (press
C to start), ServerGuide
ServeRAID-M5014 adapter MegaRAID Storage Manager MegaRAID Storage Manager
(LSI SAS2108) (MSM), MegaCLI (Command and IBM Director
Line Interface), ServerGuide
v IBM Advanced Settings Utility (ASU) program

Use this program as an alternative to the Setup utility for modifying UEFI
settings and IMM settings. Use the ASU program online or out-of-band to
modify UEFI settings from the command line without the need to restart the
server to access the Setup utility. For more information about using this
program, see “IBM Advanced Settings Utility program” on page 510.
Using the Setup utility

Use these instructions to start the Setup utility.
Use the Setup utility, formerly called the Configuration/Setup Utility program, to
perform the following tasks:
v View configuration information
v View and change assignments for devices and I/O ports
v Set the date and time
v Set the startup characteristics of the server and the order of startup devices
v Set and change settings for advanced hardware features
v View, set, and change settings for power-management features
v View and clear error logs
v Resolve configuration conflicts
Chapter 6. Configuration information and instructions 493

Starting the Setup utility
About this task
To start the Setup utility, complete the following steps:
Procedure
Note: Approximately 3 minutes after the server is connected to ac power, the

2. When the prompt <F1> Setup is displayed, press F1. If you have set an
administrator password, you must type the administrator password to access
the full Setup utility menu. If you do not type the administrator password, a
limited Setup utility menu is available.
3. Select the settings to view or change.
Setup utility menu choices

The following choices are on the Setup utility main menu. Depending on the
version of the firmware, some menu choices might differ slightly from these
descriptions.
v System Information
Select this choice to view information about the server. When you make changes
through other choices in the Setup utility, some of those changes are reflected in
the system information; you cannot change settings directly in the system
information.
This choice is on the full Setup utility menu only.
– System Summary
Select this choice to view configuration information, including the ID, speed,
and cache size of the microprocessors, machine type and model of the server,
the serial number, the system UUID, and the amount of installed memory.
When you make configuration changes through other choices in the Setup
utility, the changes are reflected in the system summary; you cannot change
settings directly in the system summary.
– Product Data
Select this choice to view the system-board identifier, the revision level or
issue date of the firmware, the integrated management module and
diagnostics code, and the version and date.
v System Settings
Select this choice to view or change the server component settings.
– Processors
Select this choice to view or change the processor settings.
– Memory
Select this choice to view or change the memory settings. To configure
memory mirroring, select System Settings → Memory, and then select
Memory Channel Mode → Mirroring.
– Devices and I/O Ports
Select this choice to view or change assignments for devices and
input/output (I/O) ports. You can configure the serial ports; configure remote
console redirection; enable or disable integrated Ethernet controllers, the
SAS/SATA controller, SATA optical drive channels, and PCI slots; and video
controller. If you disable a device, it cannot be configured, and the operating
system will not be able to detect it (this is equivalent to disconnecting the
device).
– Power
Select this choice to view or change power capping to control consumption,
processors, and performance states.
– Operating Modes
Select this choice to view or change the operating profile (for example,
performance and power utilization).
– Legacy Support
Select this choice to view or set legacy support.
- Force Legacy Video on Boot
Select this choice to force INT video support, if the operating system does
not support UEFI video output standards.
- Rehook INT
Select this choice to enable or disable devices from taking control of the
boot process. The default is Disable.
- Legacy Thunk Support
Select this choice to enable or disable the UEFI to interact with PCI mass
storage devices that are not UEFI-compliant.
– Integrated Management Module
Select this choice to view or change the settings for the integrated
management module.
- POST Watchdog Timer
Select this choice to view or enable the POST watchdog timer.
- POST Watchdog Timer Value
Select this choice to view or set the POST loader watchdog timer value.
- Reboot System on NMI
Enable or disable restarting the system whenever a nonmaskable interrupt
(NMI) occurs. Disabled is the default.
- Commands on USB Interface Preference
Select this choice to enable or disable the Ethernet over USB interface on
IMM.
- Network Configuration
Select this choice to view the system management network interface port,
the IMM MAC address, the current IMM IP address, and host name; define
the static IMM IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address; specify
whether to use the static IP address or have DHCP assign the IMM IP
address; save the network changes; and reset the IMM.
- Reset IMM to Defaults
Select this choice to view or reset IMM to the default settings.
- Reset IMM
Select this choice to reset IMM.
– Adapters and UEFI Drivers
Select this choice to view information about the adapters and drivers in the
server that are compliant with EFI 1.10 and UEFI 2.0.
v Network

Select this choice to view or configure the network options, such as the iSCSI,
PXE, and network devices. There might be additional configuration choices for
optional network devices that are compliant with UEFI 2.1 and later.
v Storage
Select this choice to view or configure the storage devices options. There might
be additional configuration choices for optional storage devices that are
compliant with UEFI 2.1 and later.
v Video
Select this choice to view or configure the video device options installed in the
server. There might be additional configuration choices for optional video
devices that are compliant with UEFI 2.1 and later.
v Date and Time
Select this choice to set the date and time in the server, in 24-hour format
(hour:minute:second).
v Start Options
Select this choice to view or change the start options, including the startup
sequence, keyboard NumLock state, PXE boot option, and PCI device boot
priority. Changes in the startup options take effect when you start the server.
The startup sequence specifies the order in which the server checks devices to
find a boot record. The server starts from the first boot record that it finds. If the
server has Wake on LAN hardware and software and the operating system
supports Wake on LAN functions, you can specify a startup sequence for the
Wake on LAN functions. For example, you can define a startup sequence that
checks for a disc in the CD-RW/DVD drive, then checks the hard disk drive,
and then checks a network adapter.
v Boot Manager
Select this choice to view, add, or change the device boot priority, boot from a
file, select a one-time boot, or reset the boot order to the default setting.
v System Event Logs
Select this choice to enter the System Event Manager, where you can view the
error messages in the system-event logs. You can use the arrow keys to move
between pages in the error log.
The system-event logs contain all event and error messages that have been
generated during POST, by the systems-management interface handler, and by
the system service processor. Run the diagnostic programs to get more
information about error codes that occur. See the Problem Determination and
Service Guide on the IBM Documentation CD for instructions for running the
diagnostic programs.
Important: If the system-error LED on the front of the server is lit but there are
no other error indications, clear the system-event log. Also, after you complete a
repair or correct an error, clear the system-event log to turn off the system-error
LED on the front of the server.
– POST Event Viewer
Select this choice to enter the POST event viewer to view the error messages
in the POST event log.
– System Event Log
Select this choice to view the error messages in the system-event log.
– Clear System Event Log
Select this choice to clear the system-event log.
v User Security
Select this choice to set, change, or clear passwords. See “Passwords” for more
information.
This choice is on the full and limited Setup utility menu.
– Set Power-on Password
Select this choice to set or change a power-on password. For more
information, see “Power-on password” on page 498.
– Clear Power-on Password
Select this choice to clear a power-on password. For more information, see
“Power-on password” on page 498.
– Set Administrator Password
Select this choice to set or change an administrator password. An
administrator password is intended to be used by a system administrator; it
limits access to the full Setup utility menu. If an administrator password is
set, the full Setup utility menu is available only if you type the administrator
password at the password prompt. For more information, see “Administrator
password” on page 499.
– Clear Administrator Password
Select this choice to clear an administrator password. For more information,
see “Administrator password” on page 499.
v Save Settings
Select this choice to save the changes that you have made in the settings.
v Restore Settings
Select this choice to cancel the changes that you have made in the settings and
restore the previous settings.
v Load Default Settings
Select this choice to cancel the changes that you have made in the settings and
restore the factory settings.
v Exit Setup
Select this choice to exit from the Setup utility. If you have not saved the
changes that you have made in the settings, you are asked whether you want to
save the changes or exit without saving them.
Passwords
From the User Security menu choice, you can set, change, and delete a power-on
password and an administrator password. The User Security choice is on the full
Setup utility menu only.
If you set only a power-on password, you must type the power-on password to
complete the system startup and to have access to the full Setup utility menu.
An administrator password is intended to be used by a system administrator; it

limits access to the full Setup utility menu. If you set only an administrator
password, you do not have to type a password to complete the system startup, but
you must type the administrator password to access the Setup utility menu.
If you set a power-on password for a user and an administrator password for a
system administrator, you must type the power-on password to complete the
system startup. A system administrator who types the administrator password has
access to the full Setup utility menu; the system administrator can give the user

authority to set, change, and delete the power-on password. A user who types the
power-on password has access to only the limited Setup utility menu; the user can
set, change, and delete the power-on password, if the system administrator has
given the user that authority.
Power-on password:
If a power-on password is set, when you turn on the server, the system startup
will not be completed until you type the power-on password. You can use any
combination of between six and 20 printable ASCII characters for the password.
When a power-on password is set, you can enable the Unattended Start mode, in
which the keyboard and mouse remain locked but the operating system can start.
You can unlock the keyboard and mouse by typing the power-on password.
If you forget the power-on password, you can regain access to the server in any of
the following ways:
v If an administrator password is set, type the administrator password at the
password prompt. Start the Setup utility and reset the power-on password.
v Remove the battery from the server and then reinstall it. See the Problem
Determination and Service Guide on the IBM Documentation CD for instructions for
removing the battery.
v Change the position of the power-on password switch (enable switch 1 of the
system board switch block (SW4) to bypass the power-on password check (see
“System-board switches and jumpers” on page 18 for more information).
Attention: Before you change any switch settings or move any jumpers, turn
off the server; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables. See the
safety information that begins on page “Safety” on page vii. Do not change
settings or move jumpers on any system-board switch or jumper blocks that are
not shown in this document.
The default for all of the switches on switch block (SW4) is Off.
While the server is turned off, move switch 1 of the switch block (SW4) to the
On position to enable the power-on password override. You can then start the
Setup utility and reset the power-on password. You do not have to return the
switch to the previous position.
The power-on password override switch does not affect the administrator
password.
Administrator password:
If an administrator password is set, you must type the administrator password for
access to the full Setup utility menu. You can use any combination of between six
and 20 printable ASCII characters for the password.
Attention: If you set an administrator password and then forget it, there is no
way to change, override, or remove it. You must replace the system board.
Using the Boot Selection Menu program

The Boot Selection Menu is used to temporarily redefine the first startup device
without changing boot options or settings in the Setup utility.
About this task
To use the Boot Selection Menu program, complete the following steps:
Procedure
1. Turn off the server.
3. Press F12 (Select Boot Device). If a bootable USB mass storage device is
installed, a submenu item (USB Key/Disk) is displayed.
4. Use the Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys to select an item from the Boot
Selection Menu and press Enter.
Results
The next time the server starts, it returns to the startup sequence that is set in the
Setup utility.
Starting the backup server firmware

The system board contains a backup copy area for the server firmware. This is a
secondary copy of server firmware that you update only during the process of
updating server firmware. If the primary copy of the server firmware becomes
damaged, use this backup copy.
About this task
To force the server to start from the backup copy, turn off the server; then, place
the UEFI boot recovery J29 jumper in the backup position (pins 2 and 3).
Use the backup copy of the server firmware until the primary copy is restored.
After the primary copy is restored, turn off the server; then, move the UEFI boot
recovery J29 jumper back to the primary position (pins 1 and 2).

Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD
The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD contains a setup and installation program
that is designed for your server. The ServerGuide program detects the server
model and optional hardware devices that are installed and uses that information
during setup to configure the hardware. The ServerGuide program simplifies
operating-system installations by providing updated device drivers and, in some
cases, installing them automatically.
You can download a free image of the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD or
purchase the CD from the ServerGuide fulfillment Web site at
http://www.ibm.com/systems/management/serverguide/sub.html. To download
the free image, click IBM Service and Support Site.
The ServerGuide program has the following features:

v An easy-to-use interface
v Diskette-free setup, and configuration programs that are based on detected
hardware
v ServeRAID Manager program, which configures your ServeRAID adapter or
integrated SCSI controller with RAID capabilities
v Device drivers that are provided for the server model and detected hardware
v Operating-system partition size and file-system type that are selectable during
setup
ServerGuide features
Features and functions can vary slightly with different versions of the ServerGuide
program. To learn more about the version that you have, start the ServerGuide Setup
and Installation CD and view the online overview. Not all features are supported on
all server models.
The ServerGuide program requires a supported IBM server with an enabled

startable (bootable) CD drive. In addition to the ServerGuide Setup and Installation
CD, you must have your operating-system CD to install the operating system.
The ServerGuide program performs the following tasks:

v Sets system date and time
v Detects the RAID adapter or controller and runs the SAS RAID configuration
program (with LSI chip sets for ServeRAID adapters only)
v Checks the microcode (firmware) levels of a ServeRAID adapter and determines
whether a later level is available from the CD
v Detects installed optional hardware devices 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 hardware and
operating-system installation
Setup and configuration overview
When you use the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, you do not need setup
diskettes. You can use the CD to configure any supported IBM server model. The
setup program provides a list of tasks that are required to set up your server
model. On a server with a ServeRAID adapter or integrated SCSI controller with
RAID capabilities, you can run the SCSI RAID configuration program to create
logical drives.
Note: Features and functions can vary slightly with different versions of the
ServerGuide program.
When you start the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, the program prompts you
to complete the following tasks:
v Select your language.
v Select your keyboard layout and country.
v View the overview to learn about ServerGuide features.
v View the readme file to review installation tips for your operating system and
adapter.
v Start the operating-system installation. You will need your operating-system CD.
Important: Before you install a legacy operating system (such as VMware) on a

server with an LSI SAS controller, you must first complete the following steps:
1. Update the device driver for the LSI SAS controller to the latest level.
2. In the Setup utility, set Legacy Only as the first option in the boot sequence in
the Boot Manager menu.
3. Using the LSI Configuration Utility program, select a boot drive.
For detailed information and instructions, go to https://www.ibm.com/systems/
support/supportsite.wss/docdisplay?lndocid=MIGR-5083225.
Typical operating-system installation

The ServerGuide program can reduce the time it takes to install an operating
system. It provides the device drivers that are required for your hardware and for
the operating system that you are installing. This section describes a typical
ServerGuide operating-system installation.
Note: Features and functions can vary slightly with different versions of the
ServerGuide program.
1. After you have completed the setup process, the operating-system installation
program starts. (You will need your operating-system CD to complete the
installation.)
2. The ServerGuide program stores information about the server model, service
processor, hard disk drive controllers, and network adapters. Then, the
program checks the CD for newer device drivers. This information is stored
and then passed to the operating-system installation program.
3. The ServerGuide program presents operating-system partition options that are
based on your operating-system selection and the installed hard disk drives.
4. The ServerGuide program prompts you to insert your operating-system CD
and restart the server. At this point, the installation program for the operating
system takes control to complete the installation.

Installing your operating system without using ServerGuide
About this task
If you have already configured the server hardware and you are not using the
ServerGuide program to install your operating system, complete the following
steps to download the latest operating-system installation instructions from the
IBM Web site.
3. From the menu on the left side of the page, click System x support search.
4. From the Task menu, select Install.
5. From the Product family menu, select System x3650 M3.
6. From the Operating system menu, select your operating system, and then click
Search to display the available installation documents.
Using the integrated management module

The integrated management module (IMM) is a second generation of the functions
that were formerly provided by the baseboard management controller hardware. It
combines service processor functions, video controller, and (when an optional
virtual media key is installed) remote presence function in a single chip.
The IMM supports the following basic systems-management features:

v Environmental monitor with fan speed control for temperature, voltages, fan
failure, and power supply failure.
v Light path diagnostics LEDs to report errors that occur with fans, power
supplies, microprocessor, hard disk drives, and system errors.
v DIMM error assistance. The Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI)
disables a failing DIMM that is detected during POST, and the IMM lights the
associated system-error LED and the failing DIMM error LED.
v System-event log.
v ROM-based IMM firmware flash updates.
v Auto Boot Failure Recovery.
v A virtual media key, which enables full systems-management support (remote
video, remote keyboard/mouse, and remote storage).
v When one of the two microprocessors reports an internal error, the server
disables the defective microprocessor and restarts with the one good
microprocessor.
v NMI detection and reporting.
v Automatic Server Restart (ASR) when POST is not complete or the operating
system hangs and the OS watchdog timer times out. The IMM might be
configured to watch for the OS watchdog timer and restart the server after a
timeout, if the ASR feature is enabled. Otherwise, the IMM allows the
administrator to generate an NMI by pressing an NMI button on the information
panel for an operating-system memory dump. ASR is supported by IPMI.
v Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) Specification V2.0 and
Intelligent Platform Management Bus (IPMB) support.
v Invalid system configuration (CNFG) LED support.
v Serial redirect.
v Serial over LAN (SOL).
v Active Energy Manager.
v Query power-supply input power.
v PECI 2 support.
v Power/reset control (power-on, hard and soft shutdown, hard and soft reset,
schedule power control).
v Alerts (in-band and out-of-band alerting, PET traps - IPMI style, SNMP, e-mail).
v Operating-system failure blue screen capture.
v Command-line interface.
v Configuration save and restore.
v PCI configuration data.
v Boot sequence manipulation.
The IMM also provides the following remote server management capabilities
through the OSA SMBridge management utility program:
v Command-line interface (IPMI Shell)
The command-line interface provides direct access to server management
functions through the IPMI 2.0 protocol. Use the command-line interface to issue
commands to control the server power, view system information, and identify
the server. You can also save one or more commands as a text file and run the
file as a script.
v Serial over LAN
Establish a Serial over LAN (SOL) connection to manage servers from a remote
location. You can remotely view and change the UEFI settings, restart the server,
identify the server, and perform other management functions. Any standard
Telnet client application can access the SOL connection.
Using the USB memory key for VMware hypervisor

The VMware hypervisor is available on server models that come with an installed
IBM USB Memory Key for VMware Hypervisor. The USB memory key comes
installed in the USB hypervisor connector on the SAS riser-card (see the following
illustration). Hypervisor is virtualization software that enables multiple operating
systems to run on a host computer at the same time. The USB memory key is
required to activate the hypervisor functions.
About this task
To start using the embedded hypervisor functions, you must add the USB memory
key to the startup sequence in the Setup utility.
To add the USB hypervisor memory key to the boot order, complete the following
steps:

Procedure

2. When the prompt <F1> Setup is displayed, press F1.
3. From the Setup utility main menu, select Boot Manager.
4. Select Add Boot Option; then, select Hypervisor. Press Enter, and then press
Esc.
5. Select Change Boot Order and then select Commit Changes; then, press Enter.
6. Select Save Settings and then select Exit Setup.
Results
If the embedded hypervisor image becomes corrupt, you can use the VMware
Recovery CD that comes with the server to recover the image. To recover the flash
device image, complete the following steps:

2. Insert the VMware Recovery CD into the CD or DVD drive.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen.
For additional information and instructions, see the VMware ESXi Server 3i
Embedded Setup Guide at http://www.vmware.com/pdf/vi3_35/esx_3i_e/r35/
vi3_35_25_3i_setup.pdf/.
Using the remote presence capability and blue-screen capture

The remote presence and blue-screen capture features are integrated functions of
the integrated management module (IMM). When an optional virtual media key is
installed in the server, it activates full systems-management functions. The virtual
media key is required to enable the integrated remote presence and blue-screen
capture features. Without the virtual media key, you cannot remotely mount or
unmount drives or images on the client system. However, you still can access the
Web interface without the key.
After the virtual media key is installed in the server, it is authenticated to

determine whether it is valid. If the key is not valid, you receive a message from
the Web interface (when you attempt to start the remote presence feature)
indicating that the hardware key is required to use the remote presence feature.
The virtual media key has an LED. When this LED is lit and green, it indicates that
the key is installed and functioning correctly.
The remote presence feature provides the following functions:

v Remotely viewing video with graphics resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 at 75 Hz,
regardless of the system state
v Remotely accessing the server, using the keyboard and mouse from a remote
client
v Mapping the CD or DVD drive, diskette drive, and USB flash drive on a remote
client, and mapping ISO and diskette image files as virtual drives that are
available for use by the server
v Uploading a diskette image to the IMM memory and mapping it to the server as
a virtual drive
The blue-screen capture feature captures the video display contents before the IMM
restarts the server when the IMM detects an operating-system hang condition. A
system administrator can use the blue-screen capture to assist in determining the
cause of the hang condition.
Enabling the remote presence feature

Use this information to enable the remote presence feature.
About this task
To enable the remote presence feature, complete the following steps:
Procedure
1. Install the virtual media key into the dedicated slot on the system board (see
“Replacing an IBM virtual media key” on page 411).

Obtaining the IP address for the Web interface access

To access the Web interface and use the remote presence feature, you need the IP
address for the IMM. You can obtain the IMM IP address through the Setup utility.
About this task
To locate the IP address, complete the following steps:
Procedure

2. When the prompt <F1> Setup is displayed, press F1. If you have set both a
power-on password and an administrator password, you must type the
administrator password to access the full Setup utility menu.
3. From the Setup utility main menu, select System Settings.
4. On the next screen, select Integrated Management Module.
5. On the next screen, select Network Configuration.
6. Find the IP address and write it down.
7. Exit from the Setup utility.

Logging on to the Web interface
Use this information to log on to the web interface.
About this task
To log on to the Web interface to use the remote presence functions, complete the
following steps:
Procedure
1. Open a Web browser on a computer that connects to the server and in the
address or URL field, type the IP address or host name of the IMM to which
you want to connect.
Note:
a. If you are logging in to the IMM for the first time after installation, the
IMM defaults to DHCP. If a DHCP host is not available, the IMM uses the
default static IP address 192.168.70.125.
b. You can obtain the DHCP-assigned IP address or the static IP address from
the server UEFI or from your network administrator.
The Login page is displayed.
2. Type the user name and password. If you are using the IMM for the first time,
you can obtain the user name and password from your system administrator.
All login attempts are documented in the event log. A welcome page opens in
the browser.
Note: The IMM is set initially with a user name of USERID and password of
PASSW0RD (passw0rd with a zero, not the letter O). You have read/write
access. For enhanced security, change this default password during the initial
configuration.
3. On the Welcome page, type a timeout value (in minutes) in the field that is
provided. The IMM will log you off the Web interface if your browser is
inactive for the number of minutes that you entered for the timeout value.
4. Click Continue to start the session. The browser opens the System Status page,
which displays the server status and the server health summary.
Enabling the Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Utility program

The Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Utility program is part of the server firmware. You
can use it to configure the network as a startable device, and you can customize
where the network startup option appears in the startup sequence. Enable and
disable the Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Utility program from the Setup utility.
Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controller
The Ethernet controllers are integrated on the system board. They provide an
interface for connecting to a 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1 Gbps network and provide
full-duplex (FDX) capability, which enables simultaneous transmission and
reception of data on the network. If the Ethernet ports in the server support
auto-negotiation, the controllers detect the data-transfer rate (10BASE-T,
100BASE-TX, or 1000BASE-T) and duplex mode (full-duplex or half-duplex) of the
network and automatically operate at that rate and mode.
About this task
You do not have to set any jumpers or configure the controllers. However, you
must install a device driver to enable the operating system to address the
controllers. To find updated information about configuring the controllers,
Procedure
4. From the Product family menu, select System x3650 M3 and click Go.
Using the LSI Configuration Utility program

Use the LSI Configuration Utility program to configure and manage redundant
array of independent disks (RAID) arrays.
Be sure to use this program as described in this document.

v Use the LSI Configuration Utility program to perform the following tasks:
– Perform a low-level format on a hard disk drive
– Create an array of hard disk drives with or without a hot-spare drive
– Set protocol parameters on hard disk drives
The integrated SAS/SATA controller with RAID capabilities supports RAID arrays.
You can use the LSI Configuration Utility program to configure RAID 1 (IM),
RAID 1E (IME), and RAID 0 (IS) for a single pair of attached devices. If you install
a different type of RAID adapter, follow the instructions in the documentation that
comes with the adapter to view or change settings for attached devices.
In addition, you can download an LSI command-line configuration program from

http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/.
When you are using the LSI Configuration Utility program to configure and
manage arrays, consider the following information:
v The integrated SAS/SATA controller with RAID capabilities supports the
following features:
– Integrated Mirroring (IM) with hot-spare support (also known as RAID 1)
Use this option to create an integrated array of two disks plus up to two
optional hot spares. All data on the primary disk can be migrated.

– Integrated Mirroring Enhanced (IME) with hot-spare support (also known as
RAID 1E)
Use this option to create an integrated mirror enhanced array of three to eight
disks, including up to two optional hot spares. All data on the array disks
will be deleted.
– Integrated Striping (IS) (also known as RAID 0)
Use this option to create an integrated striping array of two to eight disks. All
data on the array disks will be deleted.
v Hard disk drive capacities affect how you create arrays. The drives in an array
can have different capacities, but the RAID controller treats them as if they all
have the capacity of the smallest hard disk drive.
v If you use an integrated SAS/SATA controller with RAID capabilities to
configure a RAID 1 (mirrored) array after you have installed the operating
system, you will lose access to any data or applications that were previously
stored on the secondary drive of the mirrored pair.
v If you install a different type of RAID controller, see the documentation that
comes with the controller for information about viewing and changing settings
for attached devices.
Starting the LSI Configuration Utility program

Use this information to start the LSI Configuration Utility program.
About this task
To start the LSI Configuration Utility program, complete the following steps:
Procedure

2. When the prompt <F1> Setup is displayed, press F1. If you have set an
administrator password, you must type the administrator password to access
the full Setup utility menu. If you do not type the administrator password, a
limited Setup utility menu is available.
3. Select System Settings → Adapters and UEFI drivers.
4. Select Please refresh this page first and press Enter.
5. Select the device driver that is applicable for the SAS controller in the server.
For example, LSI Logic Fusion MPT SAS Driver.
6. To perform storage-management tasks, see the SAS controller documentation,
which you can download from the Disk controller and RAID software matrix:
a. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/.
b. Under Product support, click System x.
c. Under Popular links, click Storage Support Matrix.
Results
When you have finished changing settings, press Esc to exit from the program;
select Save to save the settings that you have changed.
Formatting a hard disk drive
Low-level formatting removes all data from the hard disk. If there is data on the
disk that you want to save, back up the hard disk before you perform this
procedure.
About this task
Note: Before you format a hard disk, make sure that the disk is not part of a
mirrored pair.
To format a drive, complete the following steps:

1. From the list of adapters, select the controller (channel) for the drive that you
want to format and press Enter.
2. Select SAS Topology and press Enter.
3. Select Direct Attach Devices and press Enter.
4. To highlight the drive that you want to format, use the Up Arrow and Down
Arrow keys. To scroll left and right, use the Left Arrow and Right Arrow keys
or the End key. Press Alt+D.
5. To start the low-level formatting operation, select Format and press Enter.
Creating a RAID array of hard disk drives

Use this information to create a RAID array of hard disk drives.
About this task
To create a RAID array of hard disk drives, complete the following steps:
1. From the list of adapters, select the controller (channel) for which you want to
create an array.
2. Select RAID Properties.
3. Select the type of array that you want to create.
4. In the RAID Disk column, use the Spacebar or Minus (-) key to select [Yes]
(select) or [No] (deselect) to select or deselect a drive from a RAID disk.
5. Continue to select drives, using the Spacebar or Minus (-) key, until you have
selected all the drives for your array.
6. Press C to create the disk array.
7. Select Save changes then exit this menu to create the array.
8. Exit the Setup utility.

IBM Advanced Settings Utility program
The IBM Advanced Settings Utility (ASU) program is an alternative to the Setup
utility for modifying UEFI settings. Use the ASU program online or out-of-band to
modify UEFI settings from the command line without the need to restart the server
to access the Setup utility.
You can also use the ASU program to configure the optional remote presence
features or other IMM settings. The remote presence features provide enhanced
systems-management capabilities.
In addition, the ASU program provides limited settings for configuring the IPMI
function in the IMM through the command-line interface.
Use the command-line interface to issue setup commands. You can save any of the
settings as a file and run the file as a script. The ASU program supports scripting
environments through a batch-processing mode.
For more information and to download the ASU program, go to

http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/.
Updating IBM Systems Director

If you plan to use IBM Systems Director to manage the server, you must check for
the latest applicable IBM Systems Director updates and interim fixes.
About this task
To locate and install a newer version of IBM Systems Director, complete the
following steps:
Procedure
1. Check for the latest version of IBM Systems Director:
a. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/management/director/
downloads.html.
b. If a newer version of IBM Systems Director than what comes with the
server is shown in the drop-down list, follow the instructions on the Web
page to download the latest version.
2. Install the IBM Systems Director program.
Results
If your management server is connected to the Internet, to locate and install

updates and interim fixes, complete the following steps:
1. Make sure that you have run the Discovery and Inventory collection tasks.
2. On the Welcome page of the IBM Systems Director Web interface, click View
updates.
3. Click Check for updates. The available updates are displayed in a table.
4. Select the updates that you want to install, and click Install to start the
installation wizard.
If your management server is not connected to the Internet, to locate and install
updates and interim fixes, complete the following steps:
1. Make sure that you have run the Discovery and Inventory collection tasks.
2. On a system that is connected to the Internet, go to http://www.ibm.com/
support/fixcentral/.
3. From the Product family list, select IBM Systems Director.
4. From the Product list, select IBM Systems Director.
5. From the Installed version list, select the latest version, and click Continue.
6. Download the available updates.
7. Copy the downloaded files to the management server.
8. On the management server, on the Welcome page of the IBM Systems Director
Web interface, click the Manage tab, and click Update Manager.
9. Click Import updates and specify the location of the downloaded files that
you copied to the management server.
10. Return to the Welcome page of the Web interface, and click View updates.
11. Select the updates that you want to install, and click Install to start the
installation wizard.
Updating the Universal Unique Identifier (UUID)

The Universal Unique Identifier (UUID) must be updated when the system board
is replaced. Use the Advanced Settings Utility to update the UUID in the
UEFI-based server. The ASU is an online tool that supports several operating
systems. Make sure that you download the version for your operating system. You
can download the ASU from the IBM Web site.
About this task
To download the ASU and update the UUID, complete the following steps.:
Procedure
1. Download the Advanced Settings Utility (ASU):
b. Under Product support, select System x.
c. Under Popular links, select Tools and utilities.
d. In the left pane, click System x and BladeCenter Tools Center.
e. Scroll down and click Tools reference.
f. Scroll down and click the plus-sign (+) for Configuration tools to expand the
list; then, select Advanced Settings Utility (ASU).
g. In the next window under Related Information, click the Advanced Settings
Utility link and download the ASU version for your operating system.
2. ASU sets the UUID in the Integrated Management Module (IMM). Select one of
the following methods to access the Integrated Management Module (IMM) to
set the UUID:
v Online from the target system (LAN or keyboard console style (KCS) access)
v Remote access to the target system (LAN based)

v Bootable media containing ASU (LAN or KCS, depending upon the bootable
media)
3. Copy and unpack the ASU package, which also includes other required files, to
the server. Make sure that you unpack the ASU and the required files to the
same directory. In addition to the application executable (asu or asu64), the
following files are required:
v For Windows based operating systems:
– ibm_rndis_server_os.inf
– device.cat
v For Linux based operating systems:
– cdc_interface.sh
4. After you install ASU, use the following command syntax to set the UUID:
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysInfoUUID <uuid_value> [access_method]
Where:
<uuid_value>
Up to 16-byte hexadecimal value assigned by you.
[access_method]
The access method that you selected to use from the following
methods:
v Online authenticated LAN access, type the command:
[host <imm_internal_ip>] [user <imm_user_id>][password <imm_password>]
Where:
imm_internal_ip
The IMM internal LAN/USB IP address. The default value is
169.254.95.118.
imm_user_id
The IMM account (1 of 12 accounts). The default value is USERID.
imm_password
The IMM account password (1 of 12 accounts). The default value is
PASSW0RD (with a zero 0 not an O).
Note: If you do not specify any of these parameters, ASU will use the
default values. When the default values are used and ASU is unable to access
the IMM using the online authenticated LAN access method, ASU will
automatically use the unauthenticated KCS access method.
The following commands are examples of using the userid and password
default values and not using the default values:
Example that does not use the userid and password default values:
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SYsInfoUUID <uuid_value> user <user_id>
password <password>
Example that does use the userid and password default values:
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysInfoUUID <uuid_value>
v Online KCS access (unauthenticated and user restricted):
You do not need to specify a value for access_method when you use this
access method.
Example:
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysInfoUUID <uuid_value>
The KCS access method uses the IPMI/KCS interface. This method requires
that the IPMI driver be installed. Some operating systems have the IPMI
driver installed by default. ASU provides the corresponding mapping layer.
See the Advanced Settings Utility Users Guide for more details. You can access
the ASU Users Guide from the IBM Web site.
Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. The actual
procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document.
f. Scroll down and click the plus-sign (+) for Configuration tools to expand
the list; then, select Advanced Settings Utility (ASU).
g. In the next window under Related Information, click the Advanced
Settings Utility link.
v Remote LAN access, type the command:
Note: When using the remote LAN access method to access IMM using the
LAN from a client, the host and the imm_external_ip address are required
parameters.
host <imm_external_ip> [user <imm_user_id>[[password <imm_password>]
Where:
imm_external_ip
The external IMM LAN IP address. There is no default value. This
parameter is required.
imm_user_id
imm_password
Example that does not use the userid and password default values:
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SYsInfoUUID <uuid_value> host <imm_ip>
user <user_id> password <password>
Example that does use the userid and password default values:
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysInfoUUID <uuid_value> host <imm_ip>
v Bootable media:
You can also build a bootable media using the applications available through
the Tools Center Web site at http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/
toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp. From the left pane, click IBM System x and
BladeCenter Tools Center, then click Tool reference for the available tools.

Updating the DMI/SMBIOS data
The Desktop Management Interface (DMI) must be updated when the system
board is replaced. Use the Advanced Settings Utility to update the DMI in the
UEFI-based server. The ASU is an online tool that supports several operating
systems.
Make sure that you download the version for your operating system. You can
download the ASU from the IBM Web site. To download the ASU and update the
DMI, complete the following steps.
1. Download the Advanced Settings Utility (ASU):
f. Scroll down and click the plus-sign (+) for Configuration tools to expand the
list; then, select Advanced Settings Utility (ASU).
g. In the next window under Related Information, click the Advanced Settings
Utility link and download the ASU version for your operating system.
2. ASU sets the DMI in the Integrated Management Module (IMM). Select one of
the following methods to access the Integrated Management Module (IMM) to
set the DMI:
v Online from the target system (LAN or keyboard console style (KCS) access)
v Remote access to the target system (LAN based)
v Bootable media containing ASU (LAN or KCS, depending upon the bootable
media)
3. Copy and unpack the ASU package, which also includes other required files, to
the server. Make sure that you unpack the ASU and the required files to the
same directory. In addition to the application executable (asu or asu64), the
following files are required:
v For Windows based operating systems:
– ibm_rndis_server_os.inf
– device.cat
v For Linux based operating systems:
– cdc_interface.sh
4. After you install ASU, type the following commands to set the DMI:
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysInfoProdName <m/t_model> [access_method]

asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysInfoProdIdentifier <system model> [access_method]
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysInfoSerialNum <s/n> [access_method]
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysEncloseAssetTag <asset_tag> [access_method]
Where:
<m/t_model>
The server machine type and model number. Type mtm xxxxyy, where
xxxx is the machine type and yyy is the server model number.
<system model>
The system model. Type system yyyyyyy, where yyyyyyy is the product
identifier such as x3650M3.
<s/n> The serial number on the server. Type sn zzzzzzz, where zzzzzzz is the
serial number.
<asset_method>
The server asset tag number. Type asset
aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa, where
aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa is the asset tag number.
[access_method]
The access method that you select to use from the following methods:
v Online authenticated LAN access, type the command:
[host <imm_internal_ip>] [user <imm_user_id>][password <imm_password>]
Where:
imm_internal_ip
The IMM internal LAN/USB IP address. The default value is
169.254.95.118.
imm_user_id
imm_password
Note: If you do not specify any of these parameters, ASU will use the
default values. When the default values are used and ASU is unable to access
the IMM using the online authenticated LAN access method, ASU will
automatically use the following unauthenticated KCS access method.
Examples that do not use the userid and password default values:
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SYsInfoProdName <m/t_model> user
<imm_user_id> password <imm_password>
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SYsInfoProdIdentifier <system model> user
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SYsInfoSerialNum <s/n> user
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SYsEncloseAssetTag <asset_tag> user
Examples that do use the userid and password default values:

asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysInfoProdName <m/t_model>
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysInfoProdIdentifier <system model>
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysInfoSerialNum <s/n>
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysEncloseAssetTag <asset_tag>
v Online KCS access (unauthenticated and user restricted):
You do not need to specify a value for access_method when you use this
access method.
The KCS access method uses the IPMI/KCS interface. This method requires
that the IPMI driver be installed. Some operating systems have the IPMI
driver installed by default. ASU provides the corresponding mapping layer.

See the Advanced Settings Utility Users Guide at http:://www-947.ibm.com/
systems/support/supportsite.wss/docdisplay?brandind=5000008
&lndocid=MIGR-55021 for more details.
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SYsInfoProdName <m/t_model>
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SYsInfoProdIdentifier <system model>
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SYsInfoSerialNum <s/n>
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SYsEncloseAssetTag <asset_tag>
v Remote LAN access, type the command:
Note: When using the remote LAN access method to access IMM using the
LAN from a client, the host and the imm_external_ip address are required
parameters.
host <imm_external_ip> [user <imm_user_id>[[password <imm_password>]
Where:
imm_external_ip
The external IMM LAN IP address. There is no default value. This
parameter is required.
imm_user_id
imm_password
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SYsInfoProdName <m/t_model> host <imm_ip>
user <imm_user_id> password <imm_password>
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SYsInfoProdIdentifier <system model> host <imm_ip>
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SYsInfoSerialNum <s/n> host <imm_ip>
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SYsEncloseAssetTag <asset_tag> host <imm_ip>
Examples that do use the userid and password default values:

asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysInfoProdName <m/t_model> host <imm_ip>
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysInfoProdIdentifier <system model> host <imm_ip>
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysInfoSerialNum <s/n> host <imm_ip>
asu set SYSTEM_PROD_DATA.SysEncloseAssetTag <asset_tag> host <imm_ip>
v Bootable media:
You can also build a bootable media using the applications available through
the Tools Center Web site at http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/
toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp. From the left pane, click IBM System x and
BladeCenter Tools Center, then click Tool reference for the available tools.
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.
Use this information to obtain additional information about IBM and IBM
products, determine what to do if you experience a problem with your IBM system
or optional device, and determine whom to call for service, if it is necessary.
Before you call

Before you call, make sure that you have taken these steps to try to solve the
problem yourself.
If you believe that you require IBM to perform warranty service on your IBM
product, the IBM service technicians will be able to assist you more efficiently if
you prepare before you call.
v Check all cables to make sure that they are connected.
v Check the power switches to make sure that the system and any optional
devices are turned on.
v Check for updated software, firmware, and operating-system device drivers for
your IBM product. The IBM Warranty terms and conditions state that you, the
owner of the IBM product, are responsible for maintaining and updating all
software and firmware for the product (unless it is covered by an additional
maintenance contract). Your IBM service technician will request that you
upgrade your software and firmware if the problem has a documented solution
within a software upgrade.
v If you have installed new hardware or software in your environment, check
http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/ to
make sure that the hardware and software is supported by your IBM product.
v Go to http://www.ibm.com/supportportal to check for information to help you
solve the problem.
v Gather the following information to provide to IBM Support. This data will help
IBM Support quickly provide a solution to your problem and ensure that you
receive the level of service for which you might have contracted.
– Hardware and Software Maintenance agreement contract numbers, if
applicable
– Machine type number (IBM 4-digit machine identifier)
– Model number
– Serial number
– Current system UEFI and firmware levels
– Other pertinent information such as error messages and logs
v Go to http://www.ibm.com/support/entry/portal/Open_service_request to
submit an Electronic Service Request. Submitting an Electronic Service Request
will start the process of determining a solution to your problem by making the
pertinent information available to IBM Support quickly and efficiently. IBM
service technicians can start working on your solution as soon as you have
completed and submitted an Electronic Service Request.

You can solve many problems without outside assistance by following the
troubleshooting procedures that IBM provides in the online help or in the
documentation that is provided with your IBM product. The documentation that
comes with IBM systems also describes the diagnostic tests that you can perform.
Most systems, operating systems, and programs come with documentation that
contains troubleshooting procedures and explanations of error messages and error
codes. If you suspect a software problem, see the documentation for the operating
system or program.
Using the documentation

Information about your IBM system and preinstalled software, if any, or optional
device is available in the documentation that comes with the product. That
documentation can include printed documents, online documents, readme files,
and help files.
See the troubleshooting information in your system documentation for instructions

for using the diagnostic programs. The troubleshooting information or the
diagnostic programs might tell you that you need additional or updated device
drivers or other software. IBM maintains pages on the World Wide Web where you
can get the latest technical information and download device drivers and updates.
To access these pages, go to http://www.ibm.com/supportportal.
Getting help and information from the World Wide Web

Up-to-date information about IBM products and support is available on the World
Wide Web.
On the World Wide Web, up-to-date information about IBM systems, optional
devices, services, and support is available at http://www.ibm.com/supportportal.
IBM System x information is at http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/. IBM
BladeCenter information is at http://www.ibm.com/systems/bladecenter. IBM
IntelliStation information is at http://www.ibm.com/systems/intellistation.
How to send DSA data to IBM

Use the IBM Enhanced Customer Data Repository to send diagnostic data to IBM.
Before you send diagnostic data to IBM, read the terms of use at
http://www.ibm.com/de/support/ecurep/terms.html.
You can use any of the following methods to send diagnostic data to IBM:
v Standard upload: http://www.ibm.com/de/support/ecurep/send_http.html
v Standard upload with the system serial number: http://www.ecurep.ibm.com/
app/upload_hw
v Secure upload: http://www.ibm.com/de/support/ecurep/
send_http.html#secure
v Secure upload with the system serial number: https://www.ecurep.ibm.com/
app/upload_hw
Creating a personalized support web page
You can create a personalized support web page by identifying IBM products that
are of interest to you.
To create a personalized support web page, go to http://www.ibm.com/support/

mynotifications. From this personalized page, you can subscribe to weekly email
notifications about new technical documents, search for information and
downloads, and access various administrative services.
Software service and support

Through IBM Support Line, you can get telephone assistance, for a fee, with usage,
configuration, and software problems with your IBM products.
For more information about Support Line and other IBM services, see
http://www.ibm.com/services or see http://www.ibm.com/planetwide for
support telephone numbers. In the U.S. and Canada, call 1-800-IBM-SERV
(1-800-426-7378).
Hardware service and support

You can receive hardware service through your IBM reseller or IBM Services.
To locate a reseller authorized by IBM to provide warranty service, go to

http://www.ibm.com/partnerworld/ and click Business Partner Locator. For IBM
support telephone numbers, see http://www.ibm.com/planetwide. In the U.S. and
Canada, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (1-800-426-7378).
In the U.S. and Canada, hardware service and support is available 24 hours a day,
7 days a week. In the U.K., these services are available Monday through Friday,
from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
IBM Taiwan product service

Use this information to contact IBM Taiwan product service.
IBM Taiwan product service contact information:
IBM Taiwan Corporation

3F, No 7, Song Ren Rd.
Taipei, Taiwan
Telephone: 0800-016-888
Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance 519

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, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that IBM
product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product,
program, or service that does not infringe any IBM intellectual property right may
be used instead. However, it is the user's responsibility to evaluate and verify the
operation of any non-IBM product, program, or service.
IBM may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject matter
described in this document. The furnishing of this document does not give you
any license to these patents. You can send license inquiries, in writing, to:
IBM Director of Licensing
IBM Corporation
North Castle Drive
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U.S.A.
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Important notes
Processor speed indicates the internal clock speed of the microprocessor; other
factors also affect application performance.
CD or DVD drive speed is the variable read rate. Actual speeds vary and are often
less than the possible maximum.
When referring to processor storage, real and virtual storage, or channel volume,
KB stands for 1024 bytes, MB stands for 1,048,576 bytes, and GB stands for
1,073,741,824 bytes.
When referring to hard disk drive capacity or communications volume, MB stands

for 1,000,000 bytes, and GB stands for 1,000,000,000 bytes. Total user-accessible
capacity can vary depending on operating environments.
Maximum internal hard disk drive capacities assume the replacement of any
standard hard disk drives and population of all hard disk drive bays with the
largest currently supported drives that are available from IBM.
Maximum memory might require replacement of the standard memory with an

optional memory module.
Each solid-state memory cell has an intrinsic, finite number of write cycles that the
cell can incur. Therefore, a solid-state device has a maximum number of write
cycles that it can be subjected to, expressed as total bytes written (TBW). A
device that has exceeded this limit might fail to respond to system-generated
commands or might be incapable of being written to. IBM is not responsible for
replacement of a device that has exceeded its maximum guaranteed number of
program/erase cycles, as documented in the Official Published Specifications for
the device.
IBM makes no representation or warranties regarding non-IBM products and

services that are ServerProven, including but not limited to the implied warranties
of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. These products are offered
and warranted solely by third parties.
IBM makes no representations or warranties with respect to non-IBM products.

Support (if any) for the non-IBM products is provided by the third party, not IBM.
Some software might differ from its retail version (if available) and might not
include user manuals or all program functionality.
Particulate contamination
Attention: Airborne particulates (including metal flakes or particles) and reactive
gases acting alone or in combination with other environmental factors such as
humidity or temperature might pose a risk to the device that is described in this
document.
Risks that are posed by the presence of excessive particulate levels or

concentrations of harmful gases include damage that might cause the device to
malfunction or cease functioning altogether. This specification sets forth limits for
particulates and gases that are intended to avoid such damage. The limits must not
be viewed or used as definitive limits, because numerous other factors, such as
temperature or moisture content of the air, can influence the impact of particulates
or environmental corrosives and gaseous contaminant transfer. In the absence of
specific limits that are set forth in this document, you must implement practices
that maintain particulate and gas levels that are consistent with the protection of
human health and safety. If IBM determines that the levels of particulates or gases
in your environment have caused damage to the device, IBM may condition
provision of repair or replacement of devices or parts on implementation of
appropriate remedial measures to mitigate such environmental contamination.
Implementation of such remedial measures is a customer responsibility.
Table 23. Limits for particulates and gases
Contaminant Limits
Particulate v The room air must be continuously filtered with 40% atmospheric dust
spot efficiency (MERV 9) according to ASHRAE Standard 52.21.
v Air that enters a data center must be filtered to 99.97% efficiency or
greater, using high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters that meet
MIL-STD-282.
v The deliquescent relative humidity of the particulate contamination
must be more than 60%2.
v The room must be free of conductive contamination such as zinc
whiskers.
Gaseous v Copper: Class G1 as per ANSI/ISA 71.04-19853
v Silver: Corrosion rate of less than 300 Å in 30 days
Appendix B. Notices 523

Table 23. Limits for particulates and gases (continued)
Contaminant Limits
1
ASHRAE 52.2-2008 - Method of Testing General Ventilation Air-Cleaning Devices for
Removal Efficiency by Particle Size. Atlanta: American Society of Heating, Refrigerating
and Air-Conditioning Engineers, Inc.
2
The deliquescent relative humidity of particulate contamination is the relative
humidity at which the dust absorbs enough water to become wet and promote ionic
conduction.
3
ANSI/ISA-71.04-1985. Environmental conditions for process measurement and control
systems: Airborne contaminants. Instrument Society of America, Research Triangle Park,
North Carolina, U.S.A.
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Telecommunication regulatory statement

This product may not be certified in your country for connection by any means
whatsoever to interfaces of public telecommunications networks. Further
certification may be required by law prior to making any such connection. Contact
an IBM representative or reseller for any questions.
Electronic emission notices
When you attach a monitor to the equipment, you must use the designated
monitor cable and any interference suppression devices that are supplied with the
monitor.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to
meet FCC emission limits. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television
interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by
unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes
or modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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
might cause undesired operation.
Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Avis de conformité à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Australia and New Zealand Class A statement

Attention: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may
cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.

European Union EMC Directive conformance statement
This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council
Directive 2004/108/EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States
relating to electromagnetic compatibility. IBM cannot accept responsibility for any
failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a nonrecommended
modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM option cards.
Attention: This is an EN 55022 Class A product. In a domestic environment this

product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to
take adequate measures.
Responsible manufacturer:
International Business Machines Corp.

New Orchard Road
914-499-1900
European Community contact:
IBM Deutschland GmbH

Technical Regulations, Department M372
IBM-Allee 1, 71139 Ehningen, Germany
Telephone: +49 7032 15 2941
Email: lugi@de.ibm.com
Germany Class A statement

Deutschsprachiger EU Hinweis: Hinweis für Geräte der Klasse A EU-Richtlinie
zur Elektromagnetischen Verträglichkeit
Dieses Produkt entspricht den Schutzanforderungen der EU-Richtlinie

2004/108/EG zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften über die elektromagnetische
Verträglichkeit in den EU-Mitgliedsstaaten und hält die Grenzwerte der EN 55022
Klasse A ein.
Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu

installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der IBM
empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. IBM übernimmt keine Verantwortung für
die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung der
IBM verändert bzw. wenn Erweiterungskomponenten von Fremdherstellern ohne
Empfehlung der IBM gesteckt/eingebaut werden.
EN 55022 Klasse A Geräte müssen mit folgendem Warnhinweis versehen werden:

Warnung: Dieses ist eine Einrichtung der Klasse A. Diese Einrichtung kann im
Wohnbereich Funk-Störungen verursachen; in diesem Fall kann vom Betreiber
verlangt werden, angemessene Maßnahmen zu ergreifen und dafür aufzukommen.
Deutschland: Einhaltung des Gesetzes über die

elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Geräten
Dieses Produkt entspricht dem Gesetz über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit

von Geräten (EMVG). Dies ist die Umsetzung der EU-Richtlinie 2004/108/EG in
der Bundesrepublik Deutschland.
Zulassungsbescheinigung laut dem Deutschen Gesetz über die
elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Geräten (EMVG) (bzw. der
EMC EG Richtlinie 2004/108/EG) für Geräte der Klasse A
Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt, in Übereinstimmung mit dem Deutschen EMVG das
EG-Konformitätszeichen - CE - zu führen.
Verantwortlich für die Einhaltung der EMV Vorschriften ist der Hersteller:
International Business Machines Corp.

New Orchard Road
914-499-1900
Der verantwortliche Ansprechpartner des Herstellers in der EU ist:
IBM Deutschland GmbH

Technical Regulations, Abteilung M372
IBM-Allee 1, 71139 Ehningen, Germany
Telephone: +49 7032 15 2941
Email: lugi@de.ibm.com
Generelle Informationen:
Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 Klasse
A.
Japan VCCI Class A statement
This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council
for Interference (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio
interference may occur, in which case the user may be required to take corrective
actions.

Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries
Association (JEITA) statement
Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA)

Confirmed Harmonics Guidelines with Modifications (products greater than 20 A
per phase)
Korea Communications Commission (KCC) statement
This is electromagnetic wave compatibility equipment for business (Type A). Sellers
and users need to pay attention to it. This is for any areas other than home.
Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class A statement
People's Republic of China Class A electronic emission

statement
Taiwan Class A compliance statement

Index
Numerics Canada Class A electronic emission
statement 525
CRUs, replacing
battery 463
240 VA safety cover caution statements 6 CD-RW/DVD drive 445
installing 489 CD drive 444 cover 403
removing 488 CD-RW/DVD drive DIMMs 448
installing 445 memory 448
removing 444 custom support web page 519
A CD/DVD drive customer replaceable units (CRUs) 381
ABR, automatic boot failure problems 341
recovery 375 CD/DVD drive activity LED 11
ac power LED 14 checkout procedure 338
description 338
D
accessible documentation 524 danger statements 6
acoustical noise emissions 7 performing 339
data collection 1
adapter China Class A electronic emission
dc power supply LED errors 367
installing 418 statement 528
deassertion event, system-event log 28
removing 417 Class A electronic emission notice 525
diagnostic
adapter bracket, storing 424 collecting data 1
error codes 289
administrator password 494 configuration
on-board programs, starting 287
Advanced Settings Utility (ASU) Nx boot failure 375
programs, overview 287
program, overview 510 updating server 492
test log, viewing 288
air baffle with ServerGuide 501
text message 288
DIMM configuration programs
tools, overview 27
removing 406 LSI Configuration Utility 492
diagnostic event log 28
replacing 407 configuring
diagnostic programs, running 287
microprocessor server 491
Diagnostics 27
removing 404 connectors
diagnostics panel, controls and LEDs 13
replacing 405 battery 17
DIMM installation sequence
assertion event, system-event log 28 cable 17
for memory mirroring 455
assistance, getting 517 DIMMs 17
DIMMs
attention notices 6 external port 18
installation sequence for memory
Australia Class A statement 525 fans 17
mirroring 453
automatic boot failure recovery for options on the system board 24
installing 456
(ABR) 375 hard disk drive 24
order of installation 453
internal 17
removing 448
memory 17
types supported 450
B microprocessor 17
PCI 17
display problems 349
battery DMI/SMBIOS data, updating 514
PCI riser-card adapter 25
connector 17 documentation
port 18
replacing 463, 465 format 524
SAS riser-card 24
before you install a legacy operating using 518
system board 17
system 501 documentation, related 5
tape drive 24
bezel drive, installing hot-swap 440
consumable parts 381
installing 469 drive, installing simple-swap 443
consumable parts, removing and
removing 468 DSA preboot messages 289
replacing 402
blue-screen capture feature, DSA, sending data to IBM 518
contamination, particulate and
overview 504 DVD drive 444
gaseous 7, 523
boot selection menu program, using 499 DVD drive problems 341
controller, configuring Ethernet 507
Broadcom 506 Dynamic System Analysis (DSA) 287
controls and LEDs
Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Utility front view 11
program 506 on light path diagnostics panel 13
operator information panel 12 E
rear view 14 electrical equipment, servicing x
C cooling 7 electrical input 7
cable cover electronic emission Class A notice 525
connectors 398 installing 403 electrostatic-discharge wrist strap,
routing, internal 398 removing 402 using 398
cable connectors 17 creating a personalized support web embedded hypervisor, using 503
cabling page 519 enclosure manager heartbeat LED 23
system-board external connectors 18 creating, RAID array 509 environment 7
system-board internal connectors 17

error codes and messages FRUs, replacing (continued) IMM heartbeat LED 23
diagnostic 289 operator information panel important notices 6, 522
messages, diagnostic 287 assembly 466 IN OK LED 367
POST 274 system board 484 IN OK power LED 14
error messages 31 full-length-adapter bracket, storing 424 information center 518
integrated management module 31 information LED 12
error symptoms inspecting for unsafe conditions ix
general 342
intermittent 345
G installation guidelines 395
installing
gaseous contamination 7, 523
keyboard, USB 346 240 VA safety cover 489
General problems 342
memory 347 battery 465
Germany Class A statement 526
microprocessor 349 bezel 469
gigabit Ethernet controller,
monitor 349 CD-RW/DVD drive 445
configuring 507
mouse, USB 346 cover 403
grease, thermal 482
optional devices 352 DIMMs 456
guidelines
pointing device, USB 346 Ethernet adapter 421
servicing electrical equipment x
power 353 fan bracket 409
trained service technicians ix
serial port 357 fans 458
ServerGuide 358 hard disk drive 440
software 359 heat sink 477
USB port 359 H heat-sink retention module 483
errors hard disk drive hot-swap drive 440
dc power supply LEDs 367 formatting 509 microprocessor 477
format, diagnostic code 288 installing 440, 443 operator-information panel 467
power supply LEDs 367 problems 342 PCI adapter 418
Ethernet removing 440, 442 PCI riser card 415
adapter, installing 421 hard disk drive backplane, SAS hard disk drive backplane 471
adapter, removing 420 removing 469 SAS hard disk drive backplate 473
controller, troubleshooting 377 hard disk drive backplate, removing 472 SAS riser-card and controller
systems-management connector 14 hardware service and support telephone assembly 426
Ethernet activity LED 12, 14 numbers 519 ServeRAID adapter advanced feature
Ethernet connector 14 heat output 7 key 434
Ethernet controller, configuring 507 heat sink ServeRAID SAS controller 431
Ethernet-link LED 14 applying thermal grease 477 ServeRAID SAS controller
Ethernet-link status LED 12 installing 477 battery 438
European Union EMC Directive removing 474 simple-swap drive 443
conformance statement 526 heat-sink retention module simple-swap hard disk drive 443
event logs 28 installing 483 system board 486
event logs, viewing methods 29 removing 483 tape drive 447
help USB hypervisor memory key 413
from the World Wide Web 518 virtual media key 411
F from World Wide Web 518
sending diagnostic data to IBM 518
integrated management module error
messages 31
fan
sources of 517 intermittent problems 345
installing 458
hot-swap internal cable routing 398
removing 457, 459
fan 458 Internal connectors 17
fan bracket
removing 459 IP address, obtaining for Web
installing 409
hard disk drive 440 interface 505
removing 408
power supplies 460
FCC Class A notice 525
power supply, installing 460
features 7
and specifications 7
humidity 7
hypervisor
J
IMM 502 Japan Class A electronic emission
problems 344
remote presence 504 statement 527
hypervisor memory key
ServerGuide 500 Japan Electronics and Information
using 503
field replaceable units (FRUs) 381 Technology Industries Association
Hypervisor problems 344
firmware statement 528
recovering server 371 JEITA statement 528
updating 491 jumpers 17
firmware updates 499 I jumpers, description
flags, tape alert 370 IBM Advanced Settings Utility program, for system board 18
formatting a hard disk drive 509 overview 510
FRUs, removing IBM Systems Director
and replacing 474
FRUs, replacing
updating 510
IBM Taiwan product service 519
K
Korea Class A electronic emission
heat-sink retention module 483 IMM
statement 528
microprocessor 477 event log 28
using 502
L microprocessor
applying thermal grease 477
POST (continued)
error codes 274
LED errors heat sink 477 event log 28
dc power supply 367 problems 349 Event Viewer 349
LEDs 11, 17 removing 474 power
ac power 14 replacing 477 supply 7
enclosure manager heartbeat 23 specifications 7 power cords 391
Ethernet activity 12, 14 mirroring mode 453 power problems 353, 376
Ethernet icon LED 12 monitor problems 349 power supply
Ethernet link 14 mouse problems 346 installing 460
Ethernet-link status 12 LED errors 367
IMM heartbeat 23 operating requirements 460
IN OK power 14
information 12 N ServerProven 460
power-control button 12
LEDs New Zealand Class A statement 525
power-cord connector 14
Ethernet icon 12 NMI button 13
power-on LED
light path diagnostics 363 notes 6
front 12
locator 12, 14 notes, important 522
rear 14
OUT OK power 14 notices 521
power-on password
power supply 367 electronic emission 525
setting 494
power-channel error 376 FCC, Class A 525
power-on password override switch 18
power-on 12, 14 notices and statements 6
problem determination tips 379
riser-card assembly 26 Nx boot failure 375
problem isolation tables 340
system board 22 problems
system error 12 configuration
system pulse 23 O minimum 378
system-error 14 obtaining IP address for Web DVD-ROM drive 341
LEDs and controls interface 505 Ethernet controller 377
front view 11 online documentation 5 intermittent 345
on light path diagnostics panel 13 online-spare mode 455 keyboard 346
operator information panel 12 operating system installation memory 347
rear view 14 with ServerGuide 501 microprocessor 349
legacy operating system without ServerGuide 502 minimum configuration 378
requirement 501 operator information panel monitor 349
Licenses and Attributions Documents 5 CD/DVD-eject button 11 optional devices 352
light path diagnostics operator information panel assembly, POST 274
description 360 replacing 466 power 353, 376
LEDs 363 optional device connectors serial port 357
panel 360 on the system board 24 ServerGuide 358
light path diagnostics panel optional device problems 352 software 359
accessing 13 ordering consumable parts 381 undetermined 378
Linux license agreement 5 OUT OK LED 367 USB port 359
locator LED 12, 14 OUT OK power LED 14 video 349, 360
logs product service, IBM Taiwan 519
event 28 publications 5
system event message 31
viewing test 288 P
LSI Configuration Utility particulate contamination 7, 523
overview 507 parts listing 381 R
starting 508 password RAID array, creating 509
administrator 499 recovering server firmware 371
power-on 498 recovery CDs 390
M password, power-on
switch on system board 498
recovery, automatic boot failure
(ABR) 375
memory PCI remind button 13, 363
two-DIMM-per-channel (2DPC) 450 expansion slots 7 remote presence feature
memory mirroring PCI adapter enabling 505
description 453 installing 418 using 504
DIMM population sequence 453, 455 removing 417 removing
memory module PCI riser card 240 VA safety cover 488
removing 448 installing 415 battery 463
specifications 7 removing 414 bezel 468
memory online-spare People's Republic of China Class A CD-RW/DVD drive 444
description 455 electronic emission statement 528 cover 402
memory problems 347 pointing device problems 346 DIMM 448
menu choices in Setup utility 494 port connectors 18 DIMM air baffle 406
messages, diagnostic 287 POST Ethernet adapter 420
description 274 fan 457
Index 533
removing (continued) SAS system board (continued)
fan bracket 408 riser-card and controller assembly, connectors (continued)
hard disk drive 440, 442 installing 426 internal 17
heat sink 474 riser-card and controller assembly, installing 486
heat-sink retention module 483 removing 424 LEDs 22
microprocessor 474 SAS connector, internal 17 power-on password switch 498
microprocessor air baffle 404 SAS hard disk drive backplane removing 484
operator information panel installing 471 switch block 18
assembly 466 SAS hard disk drive backplate system board optional devices
PCI adapter 417 installing 473 connectors 24
PCI riser card 414 sending diagnostic data to IBM 518 system event message log 31
SAS hard disk drive backplane 469 serial connector 14 system pulse LEDs 23
SAS hard disk drive backplate 472 serial port problems 357 system reliability guidelines 397
SAS riser-card and controller server configuration, updating 492 system-error LED
assembly 424 Server controls 11 front 12
server components 395 Server controls, LEDs, and power 11 rear 14
ServeRAID adapter advanced feature server firmware, recovering 371 system-event log 28
key 433 server firmware, starting backup 499 system-locator LED 12, 14
ServeRAID SAS controller 430 server replaceable units 381 Systems Director, updating 510
ServeRAID SAS controller ServeRAID adapter advanced feature key
battery 436 hypervisor 433
system board 484
tape drive 446
installing 434
ServeRAID SAS controller
T
Taiwan Class A electronic emission
USB hypervisor memory key 412 installing 431
statement 529
virtual media key 410 removing 430
tape alert flags 370
removing and replacing ServeRAID SAS controller battery
tape drive
FRUs 474 installing 438
installing 447
replacement parts 381 removing 436
removing 446
replacing ServerGuide
telecommunication regulatory
battery 465 features 500
statement 524
CD-RW/DVD drive 445 problems 358
telephone numbers 519
cover 403 using 500
temperature 7
DIMM air baffle 407 using to install operating system 501
test log, viewing 288
Ethernet adapter 421 service and support
thermal grease 482
fan bracket 409 before you call 517
thermal material, heat sink 477
hard disk drive 440 hardware 519
Tier 1 parts, removing and replacing 402
microprocessor 477 software 519
tools, diagnostic 27
microprocessor air baffle 405 servicing electrical equipment x
trademarks 522
operator information panel setup and configuration with
trained service technicians, guidelines ix
assembly 467 ServerGuide 501
troubleshooting tables 340
PCI adapter 418 Setup utility 29
two-DIMM-per-channel (2DPC)
PCI riser card 415 menu choices 494
requirements 450
SAS hard disk drive backplane 471 starting 494
SAS hard disk drive backplate 473 using 493
server components 395 simple-swap
ServeRAID SAS controller 431 hard disk drive 442 U
simple-swap hard disk drive 443 size 7 undetermined problems 378
tape drive 447 software problems 359 undocumented problems 3
USB hypervisor memory key 413 software service and support telephone United States FCC Class A notice 525
virtual media key 411 numbers 519 Universal Serial Bus (USB) problems 359
reset button 13 specifications 7 universal unique identifier,
returning components 398 starting updating 511
riser card backup server firmware 499 unsafe conditions, inspecting for ix
installing 415 LSI Configuration Utility 508 updating
removing 414 Setup utility 494 DMI/SMBIOS 514
riser-card assembly statements and notices 6 firmware 491
LEDs 26 static-sensitive devices, handling 398 IBM Systems Director 510
location 417 support web page, custom 519 server configuration 492
Russia Class A electronic emission switch universal unique identifier 511
statement 528 functions 18 USB connector 11, 14
power-on password override 18 USB hypervisor memory key
system board location 18 installing 413
S switch block
system board 18
removing 412
using 503
safety vii
system board using
safety statements vii, xi
connectors 17 boot selection menu program 499
external port 18 embedded hypervisor 503
using (continued)
LSI Configuration Utility 507
remote presence feature 504
ServerGuide 500
Setup utility 493
V
video
adapter 418
problems 349
video connector
front 11
rear 14
viewing event logs 29
Setup utility 29
virtual media key
installing 411
removing 410
W
Web interface
logging on to 506
obtaining IP address 505
web site
ServerGuide 500
weight 7
Index 535

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Sixteenth Edition (June 2014)

Chapter 3. Diagnostics . . . . . . . . 27 Chapter 5. Removing and replacing

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Inspecting for unsafe conditions

Each caution and danger statement in this documentation is labeled with a

For example, if a caution statement is labeled Statement 1, translations for that

Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is

To avoid a shock hazard:

1. Turn everything OFF. 1. Turn everything OFF.

Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.

Class 1 Laser Product

≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb)

Rack Safety Information, Statement 2

v Always lower the leveling pads on the rack cabinet.

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Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated

To open an online service request, go to http://www.ibm.com/support/entry/

Chapter 1. Start here 3

Replaceable components are of four types:

The following documentation also comes with the server:

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Depending on the server model, additional documentation might be included on

Notices and statements in this document

The following notices and statements are used in this document:

EU Regulation 617/2013 Technical Documentation:

Maximum power (watts):

Hard disk drive Video USB 1 USB 2 Operator

Bay 0 Hard disk Bay 15 CD/DVD drive CD/DVD CD/DVD drive

Operator information panel: This panel contains controls, light-emitting diodes

Optional CD/DVD-eject button: Press this button to release a CD or DVD from

Figure 2. Controls and LEDs

Note: Approximately 40 seconds after the server is connected to ac power,

Figure 3. Path diagnostics panel

Figure 4. Controls and LEDs on the light path diagnostics panel

Figure 5. Connectors rear view

Ethernet connectors: Use either of these connectors to connect the server to a

Power-cord connector: Connect the power cord to this connector.

Note: The maximum video resolution is 1600 x 1200 at 75 Hz.

Systems-management Ethernet connector: Use this connector to connect the server

Figure 6. LEDs rear view

IN OK power LED: Each hot-swap dc power supply has an IN OK power LED

Note: Power supply 1 is the default/primary power supply. If power supply 1

Note: Approximately 40 seconds after the server is connected to ac power, the

Internal connectors, LEDs, and jumpers

Figure 7. System-board internal connectors

System-board external connectors