IBM RS/6000 7043 43P - Manual

Setting the SCSI Security Jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-102 Installing a Security Tether . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-106 Changing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-108 Completing the Installation ...

Appendix B. Adapter Placement Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1 Appendix C. IRQ and DMA-Channel Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1 IRQ Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1 DMA-Channel Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Communications Statements The following statement applies to this product. The statement for other productsintended for use with this product appears in their accompanying documentation. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement Note: The RS/6000 7043 Model 140, Model 150, and Model 240 have...

Telephone: (919) 543-2193 European Union (EU) Statement This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive89/336/EEC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating toelectromagnetic compatibility. The manufacturer cannot accept responsibility for a...

Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications duCanada Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglementsur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement This Class B digital apparatus meets the requirement...

Safety Notices A danger notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causing death or serious personal injury. Danger notices appear on the following pages: 4-2 A caution notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causing moderate or minor personal inj...

Laser Safety Information The optical drive in the RS/6000 is a laser product. The optical drive has a label thatidentifies its classification. The label, located on the drive, is shown below. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 IEC 825:1984 CENELEC E...

Power Cables 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Index Part Number Country 1 1838574 Bahamas, Barbados, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Costa Rica,Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Ecuador, Guatemala, Guyana,Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Japan, Netherlands Antilles, Panama,Peru, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad, Tob...

Index Part Number Country 8 14F0051 Liechtenstein, Switzerland 9 14F0069 Chile, Ethiopia, Italy 10 14F0087 Israel 11 6952291 Paraguay, Colombia, Uruguay xviii 7043 43P Series User's Guide

Environmental Notices Product Recycling and Disposal Components of the system unit, such as structural parts and circuit cards, can berecycled where recycling facilities exist. Companies are available to disassemble,reutilize, recycle, or dispose of electronic products. Contact your accountrepresent...

About This Book This book provides information on how to install and remove options, use thesystem, diagnostics, and service aids, and verify system operation. This book alsoprovides information to help you solve problems that might occur. Chapter 8,“Hardware Problem Determination” on page 8-1 is th...

Chapter 1. System Startup Thank you for selecting the RS/6000 7043 43P Series! The RS/6000 7043 43P Series systems combine PowerPC 604e microprocessorperformance and system expandability, ensuring that your system unit adapts tohandle ever-changing operating requirements. The RS/6000 7043 43P Series...

Before You Begin Ÿ Make sure you have the proper type and level of operating system supported foryour system unit. The Model 140 and Model 240 support AIX Versions 4.1.5 andlater. The Model 150 supports AIX Versions 4.2.1 or 4.3.2 and later. If you areunsure about whether or not an operating system ...

Unpacking Your System Unit CAUTION:To avoid possible injury while moving or lifting your system unit, ask anotherperson to help you. Preinstallation Checklist: After you unpack your system unit, display or ASCII terminal, and optional devices, make sure you have the following items: Ø System unit an...

Front View - Models 140, 150 and 240 1 Power Switch: Turns system unit power on and off. 2 Power-On Light: Glows whencomputer is on. 3 Hard Disk Drive Status Light: Glows when computer is reading fromor writing to the hard disk. 4 Reset Button: Function dependsupon the operating system installed. 5 ...

Installing Options If you have options (such as adapters, diskette drives, hard disk drives, ormemory-module kits) to install, go to Chapter 4, “Installing and Removing Options”on page 4-1 to install them. After you complete option installation and have updatedyour configuration, return to this chap...

3. Make sure the voltage selection switch (directly above the power cable connector on the rear of the system unit) is set to the voltage appropriate for the voltageavailable in your area. 4. Make sure all externally attached devices are turned off. 5. Connect the system unit power cord to the power...

Checking the Voltage Setting (Model 140 and Model 240 only) ATTENTION: On some systems a label covers the power connector, which is locatedat the rear of your system unit. Remove the label and then check thevoltage-selection switch to verify that it is in the correct position. If you set thisvoltage...

Finishing the Installation Important Ÿ Be sure to maintain at least 50 mm (2 in.) of space at the rear of the systemunit to allow the cooling system to work properly. Blocking the air vents cancause overheating, which might result in a malfunction or permanent damage. Your system unit hardware is se...

Chapter 2. Using the System Unit Starting the System Unit 1. Turn on all attached devices. 2. Turn on the system unit. 3. If power does not come on when you turn on the system unit, ensure that the power cord, located at the back of the system unit, is plugged into a groundedelectrical wall outlet. ...

Console Selection After the system starts up, you have the opportunity to select the system console foryour system unit if one has not been chosen before (or if your display adapterconfiguration has changed). The system console functions as the primary displayand keyboard for your system unit. On a ...

POST Indicators If you are using an ASCII terminal (attached to serial port 1), a series of POSTindicators appear on the screen as each subsystem is initialized. If you are using a directly-attached keyboard and a graphical display attached toa display adapter, then the POST progress indicators appe...

– The memory dump file can be viewed by entering the AIX command sysdumpdev -L Operator Panel and Reset Switch The operator panel on the front of the system unit contains a four-digit display andreset button. The four-digit display is used by your system unit to display progressindicators during sys...

If this default boot list is used during system startup, the system unit attempts to bootfrom the diskette drive, then the first CD-ROM drive encountered, then the first diskdrive encountered, and finally the first network connection encountered. Custom Boot List The contents of the custom boot list...

Booting in Service Mode from the Custom Boot List To boot in service mode from the custom boot list, do the following: 1. Verify with the system administrator and users that all programs will be stopped, then do so. 2. Turn off the system. 3. Wait 30 seconds, then turn on the system. 4. When the key...

Summary: Boot Options and Control Keys The following keys can be pressed when the keyboard POST indicator appears. Key Result F1 (display keyboard) Normal mode boot, graphical System Management Servicesstarts. 1 (ASCII keyboard) Normal mode boot, text-based System Management Servicesstarts. F5 (disp...

Using the Keyboards There are several keyboards available with the system unit. The keyboards havevarious keys that enter data and control the cursor location. The keyboards can beengraved for the languages of different countries. The functions of each keyboard depend on the software used. The chara...

Using the Mouse The mouse is a hand–operated locating device. Consult your application publicationfor the exact use of the three-button mouse. You can use the mouse to perform functions such as positioning a cursor, selectingitems from a menu, or moving around in your document much easier and faster...

Cleaning the Mouse 1. Remove the retaining ring by turning it counterclockwise, in the direction of the arrow as shown in the illustration. 2. Remove the ball. 3. Inspect the ball for contaminants. Wipe it clean with a dry, lint–free cloth. 4. If the ball is dirty, wash it in warm, soapy water. Rins...

Using the 3.5–Inch Diskette Drive Diskette Compatibility The system unit has a 1.44MB diskette drive installed. The 1.44MB diskette drive can format, read, and write diskettes compatible with thefollowing diskette drives: Ÿ 1.0MB diskettes with 720KB formatted data capacity. Ÿ 2.0MB diskettes with 1...

Loading and Unloading the 3.5-Inch Diskette To load a diskette into the drive, insert the diskette in the diskette drive with thelabeled metal shutter first. Push the diskette into the drive until you hear a click.The click indicates that the diskette is securely in position in the drive. To unload ...

Using the CD-ROM Drive CAUTION:A Class 3 laser is contained in the device. Do not attempt to operate the devicewhile it is disassembled. Do not attempt to open the covers of the device, as itis not serviceable and is to be replaced as a unit. The CD-ROM is located in bay 2 of the system unit. Your C...

Performing an Emergency Eject Note: Execute the following procedure only in an emergency, such as when the traydoes not open if the unload button has been pressed. 1. Insert a small diameter rod, such as a straightened paper clip, into the emergency eject hole. (Refer to the illustration below for t...

Chapter 3. System Management Services The System Management Services make it possible for you to view informationabout your computer and to perform such tasks as setting passwords and changingdevice configurations. If you have chosen a graphical display as your system console, you can use thegraphic...

The System Management Services screen contains the following choices. Config: Enables you to view your system setup. Multi-Boot (Model 150 only): Enables you to set and view thedefault operating system, modify the boot sequence, access theOpen Firmware command prompt, and other options. Boot (Model ...

Config Selecting this icon makes it possible for you to view information about the setup ofyour system unit. A list similar to the following appears when you select the Configicon. 3-4 7043 43P Series User's Guide

The following describes the choices available on this screen. Select Software: The Select Software option, if supported bythe operating system, allows you to choose which operatingsystem to use. This option is supported by AIX. Not alloperating systems support this option. If you receive an informat...

Utilities Selecting this icon enables you to perform various tasks and view additionalinformation about your system unit. The following describes the choices available on this screen. Password: Enables you to set password protection for turningon the system unit and for using system administration t...

Error Log: Enables you to view and clear the firmware errorlog information for your system unit. RIPL (Remote Initial Program Load): Allows you to select aremote system from which to load programs via a networkadapter when your system unit is first turned on. This optionalso allows you to configure ...

Password When you select this icon, the following screen is displayed. Power-On Password Setting a power-on password helps protect information stored in your system unit. Ifa power-on password is set for your system unit, the Power-On status icon is shownin the locked position; if a power-on passwor...

Press Enter when you are finished; you must type the password again forverification. If you make a mistake, press the Esc key and start again. After you have entered and verified the password, the power-on password statusicon flashes and changes to the locked position to indicate that the power-onpa...

Remote Mode: The remote mode, when enabled, allows the system to start fromthe defined boot device. This mode is ideal for network servers and other systemunits that operate unattended. You must set a power-on password before you can enable the remote mode. When the remote mode is set, the icon chan...

Press Enter when you are finished; you must type the password again forverification. If you make a mistake, press the Esc key and start again. Note: If an error occurs when you attempt to set the privileged-access password, then make sure the password-enabling jumper has been changed. (See theUser's...

Audio (Model 140 and Model 240 only) This icon enables you to turn on or off the system tones heard at power-on time. Tochange the audio status, use the arrow keys or mouse to highlight the audio icon,then press the Enter key. Chapter 3. System Management Services 3-17

Hard Disk Spin Up Delay (Model 150 only) This selection allows you to change the spin up delay for SCSI hard disk drivesattached to your system. Spin up delay values can be entered manually or a defaultsetting can be used. All values are measured in seconds. The default is twoseconds. After you have...

Error Log Selecting this icon displays the log of errors your system unit has encountered duringoperations. Selecting the Clear icon erases the entries in this log. Chapter 3. System Management Services 3-19

RIPL Selecting the Remote Initial Program Load (RIPL) icon above gives you access tothe following selections. The Set Address icon allows you to define addresses from which your system unitcan receive RIPL code. 3-20 7043 43P Series User's Guide

SCSI ID This selection allows you to view and change the addresses (IDs) of the SCSIcontrollers attached to your system unit. To change an ID, highlight the entry bymoving the arrow keys, then enter another number. After you have entered the newaddress, use the arrow keys or mouse to highlight the S...

Firmware Update This selection allows you to update the firmware in your system unit from an imageon a 3.5 inch diskette. In order to create a firmware diskette with the latest level of firmware available, see http://www.rs6ððð.ibm.com/support/micro When prompted, insert the firmware update diskette...

Firmware Recovery If a troubleshooting procedure has indicated that the firmware information in yoursystem unit has been damaged, then you must perform a firmware recovery. To perform a firmware recovery, do the following: 1. Locate your firmware update diskette. 2. Using another system unit, rename...

Text-Based System Management Services The text-based Open Firmware command line and System Management Services areavailable if an ASCII terminal is attached to your system unit. To start the text-based System Management Services instead of the Open Firmwarecommand line, press 1 on the ASCII terminal...

Display Configuration This option provides information about the setup of your computer. A screen similarto the following is displayed. à ð <Device Name> PowerPC 6ð4 L2-Cache, ð512K Memory slotA=8MB slotB=8MB LPT addr=3BC COM addr=3F8 COM addr=2F8 Audio Keyboard Mouse Diskette addr=3Fð Integra...

MultiBoot Menu (Model 150) The options available from this screen allow you to view and set various optionsregarding the operating system and boot sequence. Note: The SMS software on the Model 140 and Model 240 do not have this menu option. On these systems, this menu is replaced by the Boot menu. S...

Select Install Device: Produces a list of devices, for example the CD-ROM, wherethe operating system is installed from. You select one of the devices and the systemsearches the device for an operating system to install and if supported by theoperating system in that device, the name of the operating...

à ð Current Boot Sequence 1. Diskette 2. Ethernet (Integrated) 3. SCSI CD-ROM id=3 (slot=1) 4. SCSI 5ððMB Hard Disk id=6 (slot=1) 5. SCSI 5ððMB Hard Disk id=5 (slot=5) .------. |X=Exit| ------' ===> á ñ Figure 3-6. Text-based System Management Services - Boot Sequence Screen Restore Default Setti...

Set Password and Unattended Start Mode Entering this selection permits access to the following options. à ð Password Utilities 1. Set Power On Password 2. Remove Power On Password 3. Unattended Start Mode <OFF> 4. Set Privileged-Access Password 5. Remove Privileged-Access Password .------. |X=...

Display Error Log A screen similar to the following is displayed when you select this option. Here, youcan view or clear your computer's error log. à ð .----------------------------------------------------------. | Error Log | | | | Date Time ErrorCode Location | | Entry 1. ð1/ð4/96 12:13:22 25A8ðð1...

Remote Initial Program Load Setup This option allows you to enable and set up the remote startup capability of yourcomputer. First, you are asked to specify the network parameters. à ð Network Parameters 1. IP Parameters 2. Adapter Parameters 3. Ping .------. |X=Exit| ------' ===> á ñ Figure 3-12...

After choosing which adapter to use to ping the remote system, you must provide theaddresses needed to communicate with the remote system. à ð Ping 1. Client IP Address [129.132.4.2ð] 2. Server IP Address [129.132.4.1ð] 3. Gateway IP Address [129.132.4.3ð] 4. Subnet Mask [255.255.255.ð] .---------. ...

Select Console: Selecting this option allows you to define which display is used by the system for system management. Select Language This option allows you to change the language used by the text-based SystemManagement Services screens. à ð SELECT LANGUAGE 1. English 2. Francais 3. Deutsch 4. Itali...

Chapter 4. Installing and Removing Options Adding hardware options to your system increases its capabilities. Many options areavailable (see “Available Options” below). This section can help you decide whichoptions to add to your system unit, and shows you how to install them. When addingan option, ...

Safety Considerations Observe the following safety precautions any time you work with the system unit. DANGER An electrical outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardousvoltage on metal parts of the system or the devices that attach to thesystem. It is the responsibility of the customer t...

Handling Static Sensitive Devices Attention: Static electricity can damage this device and your system unit. To avoiddamage, keep this device in its static protective bag until you are ready to install it.To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, follow the precautions listedbelow. Elect...

Removing the Cover Before you begin: Ÿ Locate the cover lock key. Ÿ Read “Safety Considerations” on page 4-2 and “Handling Static SensitiveDevices” on page 4-3. Note: The floor stand is not shown in some of the following steps to better illustrate the important details. It is not necessary to remove...

“System Management Services” on page 3-1 for instructions on recordingthe level of firmware installed in your system unit, then return here. 5. If you have a modem or fax machine attached to the system unit, disconnect the telephone line from the outlet and the system unit. 6. Unplug all power cords...

Locating Options To locate various options in the Model 140 or Model 150 system unit, use thefollowing figure. Note: There are 6 memory DIMM slots on the Model 140 and 4 memory DIMMslots on the Model 150. To locate options in the Model 240 system unit, use the following figure. Chapter 4. Installing...

What to do next? To enable or disable: Ÿ The privileged-access password, go to page 4-14. Ÿ The automatic power-up feature, go to page 4-19. Ÿ The power-on password, go to page 4-9. Ÿ The external SCSI connector, go to page 4-102. To install: Ÿ A memory module, go to page 4-24. Ÿ An L2 cache card, g...

Disabling the Power-On Password Before you begin: Ÿ Read “Safety Considerations” on page 4-2 and “Handling Static SensitiveDevices” on page 4-3. Ÿ Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the Cover” on page 4-4). Your system unit arrives from the factory with the power-on password enabled (butuns...

6. If you have a Model 240, locate jumper J28 using the following illustration. 7. To disable the power-on password, move the jumper on J28 to the two rightmost pins. 8. Reinstall any adapters you have removed. Note: To set the power-on password, the jumper must be in the default position (on the tw...

Enabling the Privileged-Access Password Before you begin: Ÿ Read “Safety Considerations” on page 4-2 and “Handling Static SensitiveDevices” on page 4-3. Ÿ Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the Cover” on page 4-4). To enable the privileged-access password, you must first change the jumper o...

2. If you have a Model 140: a. Locate jumper J21 using the following illustration. b. To enable or change the privileged-access password, first touch the metal frame of the system unit, then gently pull upward on the small box (jumper)covering the pins. Replace the jumper so that it covers the left ...

3. If you have a Model 150: a. Locate jumper J32 using the following illustration. J32 b. To enable or change the privileged-access password, first touch the metal frame of the system unit, then gently pull upward on the small box (jumper)covering the pins. Replace the jumper so that it covers the r...

Enabling Automatic Power-Up Before you begin: Ÿ Read “Safety Considerations” on page 4-2 and “Handling Static SensitiveDevices” on page 4-3. Ÿ Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the Cover” on page 4-4). Your system unit can be set to automatically turn on as soon as AC power isapplied. This...

Installing Memory-Modules You can increase the amount of memory in your system by installing memory modules. Your system uses 168-pin, 3.3 volt, dual inline Error Correcting Code(ECC) memory modules (DIMMs) to increase system memory. You install memory modules into connectors inside the system. You ...

To locate the four memory module slots in the Model 150, use the followingfigure. Memory-ModuleConnectors 1 2 3 4 Note: When installing memory in the Model 150, install the first memory DIMMin slot 4, the second in slot 3, etc. To locate the eight memory module slots in the Model 240, use the follow...

ATTENTION: Inserting the memory module at an angle may cause damage. 8. Inspect each memory module and ensure the module is fully inserted into the socket. 9. Reinstall any adapters you removed into their original connectors. (If you need further information for installing adapters, see “Installing ...

Removing Memory Modules Before you begin: Ÿ Read “Safety Considerations” on page 4-2 and “Handling Static SensitiveDevices” on page 4-3. Ÿ Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the Cover” on page 4-4). 1. Locate the memory module connectors on the system board. The memory module connectors for...

The memory module connectors for the Model 150 are shown in the followingfigure. Memory-ModuleConnectors 1 2 3 4 The memory module connectors for the Model 240 are shown in the followingfigure. 2. Remove any adapters that are blocking the memory module connectors (see “Removing Adapters” on page 4-8...

6. Install any adapters you removed into their original connectors. If you need further information on installing adapters, see “Installing Adapters” on page 4-70. 7. Go to “Device Records” on page A-3 and update the system memory information. Return here to continue. What to do next? To enable or d...

L2 Cache Card Installation (for the Model 140) Before you begin: Ÿ Read “Safety Considerations” on page 4-2 and “Handling Static SensitiveDevices” on page 4-3. Ÿ Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the Cover” on page 4-4). The Model 140 has the capability of using a separate L2 cache card to...

3. Remove the disk drive bracket assembly from the system unit and carefully place it on top of the power supply. Note: Any adapters installed in slot 5 should be temporarily removed in order to remove the disk drive bracket. Refer to “Removing Adapters” onpage 4-80 for adapter removal instructions....

4. Locate the processor socket on the system board. Chapter 4. Installing and Removing Options 4-41

20. Place the new system board label beside the existing label on the system board. 21. Place the front label on the system unit as shown. 4-48 7043 43P Series User's Guide

5. Locate the processor socket on the system board. 4-54 7043 43P Series User's Guide

21. Place the new system board label beside the existing label on the system board. 22. Reinstall the system unit cover. 23. Place the front label on the system unit as shown. Chapter 4. Installing and Removing Options 4-61

Removing a Processor Card (for the Model 240) Before you begin: Ÿ Read “Safety Considerations” on page 4-2 and “Handling Static SensitiveDevices” on page 4-3. Ÿ Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the Cover” on page 4-4). 1. The processor cards are installed under the air duct near the front...

Installing Adapters Before you begin: Ÿ Read “Safety Considerations” on page 4-2 and “Handling Static SensitiveDevices” on page 4-3. Ÿ Read the instructions that came with the adapter. Ÿ If you are installing a graphics adapter, refer to the PCI Adapter Placement Reference before choosing the slot f...

Adapter Riser 11. If you are installing a POWER GXT800P adapter, attach the support plate to the graphics adapter shield as shown. 12. Connect appropriate cables. Note: If connecting a coax adapter cable in slots 4 and 5, you may not be able to lock the cable into position. 4-76 7043 43P Series User...

14. If you are installing a POWER GXT3000P adapter, attach the bracket to the support frame, then tighten the bracket to the POWER GXT3000P adapter. 15. If you have installed an ISA adapter, refer to Appendix C, “IRQ and DMA-Channel Assignments” on page C-1 for suggested ISA adapterconfigurations. 1...

Removing Adapters Before you begin: Ÿ Read “Safety Considerations” on page 4-2 and “Handling Static SensitiveDevices” on page 4-3. Ÿ Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the Cover” on page 4-4). 1. Note the location of the adapter you are removing. Note: If the adapter you are removing has a ...

Installing an Ultra SCSI Adapter Cable Before you begin: Ÿ Read “Safety Considerations” on page 4-2 and “Handling Static SensitiveDevices” on page 4-3. Ÿ Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the Cover” on page 4-4). You can install an optional Ultra SCSI adapter in your system unit to provide...

Installing an Ultra SCSI Adapter Cable in a Model 140 1. Unplug the SCSI cable from J33 on the system board. 2. Install the Ultra SCSI adapter in slot 5. For adapter installation instructions, see “Installing Adapters” on page 4-70, then return here. 3. Attach the SCSI cable that you just removed fr...

Installing an Ultra SCSI Adapter Cable in a Model 240 1. Remove all adapters installed in the system unit. Keep a record of the adapter placement for later reinstallation. 2. Remove the disk drive bracket assembly from the system unit and carefully place it on top of the power supply. 3. Remove the ...

10. Reinstall any adapters you may have removed. What to do next? To enable or disable: Ÿ The privileged-access password, go to page 4-14. Ÿ The automatic power-up feature, go to page 4-19. Ÿ The power-on password, go to page 4-9. Ÿ The external SCSI connector, go to page 4-102. To install: Ÿ A memo...

Internal Drives Adding different types of drives enables your system unit to read a variety of mediaand provides more storage for your system unit. Internal drives are installed in bays. Your system unit has 5 bays: Ÿ Bay 1 has a 3.5-inch diskette drive installed. Ÿ Bay 2 has a CD-ROM drive installe...

Installing or Removing Internal Drives Before you begin: Ÿ Read the “Laser Safety Information” on page xvi. Ÿ Read “Safety Considerations” on page 4-2 and “Handling Static SensitiveDevices” on page 4-3. Ÿ Read the manual that came with the internal drive for instructions on settingswitches, jumpers,...

6. Remove the media fan assembly from the media drive bracket. 7. Disconnect the signal and power cable from the drives in bays 1, 2, and 3. PowerCable Signal Cable 3.5" Drive(Bay 1) 4-90 7043 43P Series User's Guide

8. Remove the media drive bracket attachment pin located at the left rear corner of the media drive bracket. This pin is not needed after your system unit isdelivered, and must be removed in order to complete installation of drives in bay2 or bay 3. 9. Remove the media drive bracket from the system ...

Setting the SCSI Security Jumpers Before you begin: Ÿ Read the “Laser Safety Information” on page xvi. Ÿ Read “Safety Considerations” on page 4-2 and “Handling Static SensitiveDevices” on page 4-3. Ÿ Remove the system unit cover (see “Removing the Cover” on page 4-4). To increase system unit securit...

Installing a Security Tether A security tie-down option is available to help prevent theft of your system unit. Foreasy relocation of your system unit, obtain a lock, such as a combination lock orpadlock. Before you begin: Ÿ Obtain the following: – A flat-blade screwdriver– An adjustable wrench (for...

3. Thread the cable through the U-bolt and around an object from which it cannot be removed, then fasten the cable ends together with a lock. What to do next? If you have completed installing the U-bolt and do not want to install any otherinternal options, replace the system unit cover and reconnect...

Changing the Battery Before you begin: Ÿ Read “Safety Considerations” on page 4-2. Ÿ Follow any special handling and installation instructions supplied with thereplacement battery. Ÿ Disconnect all external cables and power cords, then remove the system unitcover (see “Removing the Cover” on page 4-...

Note: Skin oils can cause corrosion and loss of battery contact if left on the battery for long periods of time. Using a paper tissue when changing the battery canminimize skin contact with the battery and promote proper battery function. 1. For the Model 140 and Model 150: a. The following figure s...

Completing the Installation Before you begin: Complete all the installation procedures for the options you have chosen toinstall. 1. Make sure the system unit cover is unlocked. 2. Install the cover by placing it close to the front of the system unit, as shown. Slide the cover toward the front of th...

Connecting External Options Before you begin: Ÿ Read “Safety Considerations” on page 4-2 and “Handling Static SensitiveDevices” on page 4-3. Ÿ Install all your internal options. Ÿ Read the manual that came with the external options. Ÿ Install the system unit cover (see page 4-113). 1. Prepare the op...

Chapter 5. Using the Online and Standalone Diagnostics Sources for the Diagnostics The diagnostics consist of Standalone Diagnostics and Online Diagnostics.Standalone Diagnostics are packaged on removable media and can be runregardless of the operating system installed on the system unit. They must ...

displayed, the diagnostics do not allow you to continue until a terminal is selectedfrom the DEFINE TERMINAL option menu. Select lft for graphical displays. Undefined Terminal Types If an undefined terminal type from the DEFINE TERMINAL option menu is entered,the menu prompts the user to enter a val...

Ÿ The diagnostics cannot be loaded on a system (client) from a server if thatsystem is not set up to boot from a server over a network. When the system isset up to boot from a server, the diagnostics are run in the same manner as theyare from disk. Ÿ If the diagnostics are loaded from disk or a serv...

General Attributes Always Required The following general attributes are the default settings for the diagnostics. Be sureyour terminal is set to these attributes. Note: These attributes should be set before the diagnostics are loaded. Refer to the following table. GeneralSetupAttributes 3151/11/31/4...

Additional Communication Attributes The following communication attributes are for the 3151, 3161, and 3164 terminals. CommunicationSetupAttributes 3151/11/31/41Settings 3151/51/61Settings 3161/3164Settings Description Operating mode Echo Echo Echo Data entered from thekeyboard on the terminalis sen...

Additional Keyboard Attributes The following keyboard attributes are for the keyboard attached to the 3151, 3161,and 3164 terminals. KeyboardSetupAttributes 3151/11/31/41Settings 3151/51/61Settings 3161/3164Settings Description Enter Return Return Return The Enter key functions as theReturn key. Ret...

Additional Printer Attributes The following printer attributes are for a printer attached to the 3151, 3161, and 3164terminals. PrinterSetupAttributes 3151/11/31/41Settings 3151/51/61Settings 3161/3164Settings Description Line speed 9600 9600 9600 Uses 19200 or 9600 bps (bitsper second) line speed t...

Note: Pressing the F3 key (from a defined terminal) produces a "Confirm Exit" popup menu which offers two options: continuing with the shutdown bypressing F3; or returning to diagnostics by pressing Enter. For undefined terminals, pressing 99 produces a full screen menu whichoffers two optio...

The diag command loads the diagnostic controller and displays the Online diagnostic menus. Running the Online Diagnostics in Concurrent Mode To run Online diagnostics in concurrent mode, take the following steps: Ÿ Log on to the AIX operating system as root or superuser. Ÿ Enter the diag command. Ÿ ...

4. When a message indicates the system is in maintenance mode, enter the diag command. Note: It may be necessary to set TERM type again. 5. When DIAGNOSTIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS is displayed, follow the displayed instructions to checkout the desired resources. 6. When testing is complete; use the F...

7. Follow the displayed instructions to checkout the desired resources. 8. When testing is complete; use the F3 key to return to the DIAGNOSTIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. Location Codes (Model 140 and Model 240) The location code format for devices installed in the system unit is as follows: AB-CD-EF-G...

Specifically, the format of a location code is defined as follows: pn[.n][- or /]pn[.n][- or /]... Where p is a defined alpha location type prefix, n is a location instance number, and[.n] is a sub-location instance number (where applicable). Sub-location notation isused only for location types whic...

Chapter 7. Using the System Verification Procedure The system verification procedure is used to check the system for correct operation. When you are analyzing a hardware problem, you should useChapter 8, “Hardware Problem Determination” on page 8-1. Step 1. Considerations before Running This Procedu...

Step 2. Loading the Diagnostics 1. Stop all application programs running on the operating system. 2. Stop the operating system. 3. Turn the power off. 4. If you are loading the Standalone Diagnostics and running them from an ASCII terminal: Ÿ The attributes for the terminal must be set to match the ...

Step 3. Running System Verification The Diagnostic Operating Instructions should be displayed. 1. Press the Enter key. 2. If the terminal type has not been defined, you must use the Initialize Terminal option on the Function Selection menu to initialize the operating systemenvironment before you can...

Step 5. Stopping the Diagnostics 1. If running Online diagnostics, the system should first be shut down using the following procedure: a. Press F3 repeatedly until you get to the Diagnostic Operating Instructions, then follow the displayed instructions. b. Press F3 once, then follow the displayed in...

Chapter 8. Hardware Problem Determination Problem Determination Using the Standalone or Online Diagnostics Use this procedure to obtain a service request number (SRN) when you are able toload the Standalone or Online Diagnostics. If you are unable to load the Standaloneor Online Diagnostics, go to “...

Step 3 Determine if the operating system is accepting commands. Is the operating system accepting commands? NO The system must be turned off in order to run diagnostics. Verify with the system administration and users that the system may beturned off. If so, then turn off the system unit and go to “...

Step 5 This step invokes the Online Diagnostics in concurrent mode. 1. Log on as root or as superuser. 2. Enter the diag command. 3. Wait until the Diagnostic Operating Instructions are displayed, or wait for three minutes. Are the Diagnostic Operating Instructions displayed without any obviousconso...

Step 7 Starting at the top of the following table, find your symptom and follow theinstructions given in the Action column. Step 8 The following steps analyze a console display problem. Find your type of console display in the following table, then follow the instructionsgiven in the Action column. ...

Step 10 There is a problem with the keyboard. Find the type of keyboard you are using in the following table, then follow theinstructions given in the Action column. Keyboard Type Action 101–key keyboard. Identify by the type ofEnter key used. The Enter key is withinone horizontal row of keys. Recor...

Step 12 Did the Diagnostic Selection Menu display? NO If Problem Determination was selected from the Diagnostic ModeSelection menu, and if a recent error has been logged in the error log, thediagnostics automatically begin testing the resource. Follow the displayed instructions and do one of the fol...

Step 14 The diagnostics produced an SRN for this problem. 1. Record the SRN and other displayed numbers. 2. Report the SRN to the service organization. 3. STOP. You have completed these procedures. Step 15 When you are loading the Standalone Diagnostics, the attributes for the terminalmust be set to...

Step 16 This step loads the Standalone Diagnostics. If you are unable to load thediagnostics, go to “Step 7.” 1. Set the power to on. 2. Insert the diagnostic CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 3. When the keyboard indicator starts blinking, press the F5 key on the direct attached keyboard or number 5 on...

Step 3 This step attempts to load Online diagnostics in service mode. 1. Set the power to off. 2. Set the power to on. 3. When the keyboard indicator starts blinking, press the F6 key on the direct attached keyboard or the number 6 on the ASCII keyboard to indicate thatdiagnostics are to be loaded. ...

Step 4 This step attempts to load the Standalone diagnostics. 1. Turn the power to off. 2. Turn the power to on. 3. Insert the diagnostic CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 4. When the keyboard indicator begins blinking, press the F5 key on the direct attached keyboard or number 5 on the ASCII keyboard t...

Step 6 The diagnostics loaded correctly. Go to “Problem Determination Using the Standalone or Online Diagnostics” onpage 8-1. Step 7 There is a problem with the keyboard. Find the type of keyboard you are using in the following table, then follow theinstructions given in the Action column. Keyboard ...

Chapter 9. Introduction to Tasks and Service Aids The AIX Diagnostic Package contains programs that are called Tasks. Tasks can bethought of as "performing a specific function on a resource"; for example, runningdiagnostics, or performing a service aid on a resource. This chapter describes t...

Tasks The following tasks are described in this chapter: Ÿ Add Resource to Resource List Ÿ AIX Shell Prompt Ÿ Analyze Adapter Internal Log Ÿ Backup and Restore Media Ÿ Certify Media Ÿ Change Hardware Vital Product Data Ÿ Configure Dials and LPFKeys Ÿ Configure ISA Adapters Ÿ Configure Reboot Policy ...

Add Resource to Resource List Use this task to add resources back to the resource list. Note: Only resources that were previously detected by the diagnostics and deletedfrom the Diagnostic Test List are listed. If no resources are available to be added,then none are listed. AIX Shell Prompt Note: Us...

Certify Media This task allows the selection of diskette or hardfiles to be certified. Hardfiles can be connected either to a SCSI adapter (non-RAID) or a PCI SCSIRAID adapter. The usage and criteria for a hardfile connected to a non-RAID SCSIadapter are different from those for a hardfile connected...

Configure Reboot Policy Note: Runs on CHRP systems units only. This service aid controls how the system tries to recover from a system crash. Use this service aid to display and change the following settings for the RebootPolicy. Note: Because of system capability, some of the following settings may...

When enabled, Call-Out Before Restart allows the system to call out (on a serialport that is enabled for call out) when an operating system restart is initiated.Such calls can be valuable if the number of these events becomes excessive,thus signalling bigger problems. Ÿ Enable Unattended Start Mode ...

This is set to either 'first' or 'all'. If the call out policy is set to 'first', call out stopsat the first successful call to one of the following numbers in the order listed: 1. Service Center 2. Customer Admin Center 3. Pager If Call Out Policy is set to 'all', call out attempts to call all of t...

Use this service aid to display and change the following settings for the Ring IndicatePower On Policy. Note: Because of system capability, some of the following settings may not bedisplayed by this service aid. Ÿ Power On Via Ring Indicate (on/off) Ÿ Number of Rings Before Power On This service aid...

Ÿ Set the system name The current settings are read from NVRAM and displayed on the screen. Anychanges made to the data shown are written to NVRAM. Reboot/Restart Policy Setup This selection controls how the system will try to recover from a system crash. Use this service aid to display and change t...

If the system was powered-on when the AC loss occurred, the system rebootswhen power is restored. If the system was powered-off when the AC lossoccurred, the system remains off when power is restored. Configure Surveillance Policy Note: Runs on CHRP systems units only. This service aid monitors the ...

The refresh rate used by the standalone diagnostic package is 60Hz. If thedisplay's refresh rate is 77Hz, then set the refresh rate to 77. – Different async terminal console A console configuration file that allows a terminal attached to any RS232 orRS422 adapter to be selected as a console device c...

that the new disk drive SCSI address must be set to an address that is not currentlyin use and the drive be installed in an empty location. If there are no emptylocations, then one of the other drives must be removed. Once the copy iscomplete, only one drive may remain installed. Either remove the t...

Display or Change Diagnostic Run Time Options The Display or Change Diagnostic Run Time Options task allows the diagnostic runtime options to be set. Note: The run time options are used only when selecting the Run Diagnostic task. The run time options are: Ÿ Display Diagnostic Mode Selection Menus T...

Ÿ Show Fix (APAR) Installation Status Ÿ List Fileset Requisites Ÿ List Fileset Dependents Ÿ List Files Included in a Fileset Ÿ List File Owner by Fileset Display System Environmental Sensors Note: Runs on CHRP systems units only. This service aid displays the environmental sensors implemented on a C...

/usr/lpp/diagnostics/bin/uesensor -t <token> -i <index> [-v] Flag Description -l List the sensors and their values in a text format. -a List the sensors and their values in a numerical format. For each sensor,the following numerical values are displayed as: <token> <index> &l...

4. Return the value of sensor 9004, index 1: /usr/lpp/diagnostics/bin/uesensor -t 9ðð4 -i 1 -v 2 Display Test Patterns This service aid provides a means of adjusting system display units by providingdisplayable test patterns. Through a series of menus the user selects the displaytype and test patter...

Flag Description -A All disk drives. -D Microcode is on diskette (default to /etc/microcode directory). -l RAID disk drive–physical disk channel/ID (example 27). -P Download the previous level of microcode (default to latest level). Download Microcode to a PCI FC-AL Adapter The following usage state...

Usage: diag -T "certify" Certify Spare Physical Disk This selection allows the user to certify (check integrity of the data) ondrives designated as spares. You can run this task from the AIX command line. The following usagestatement describes the syntax of the fastpath command: Usage: diag ...

Format Media This task allows the selection of diskettes, hardfiles, or optical media to be formatted.Each selection is described below. Hardfile Attached to SCSI Adapter (non-RAID) Ÿ Hardfile Format Writes all of the disk. The pattern put on the disk is device dependent, i.e. somedrives may put all...

The procedures for running the diagnostics depends on the state of the diagnosticsrun time options. See “Display or Change Diagnostic Run Time Options” onpage 9-18. Run Error Log Analysis The Run Error Log Analysis task invokes the Resource Selection List menu. Whenthe commit key is pressed, Error L...

Acronym DescriptionCOE Continue on error (use number to select). CP Device has run the specified number of cycles and is not running. DD The exerciser has been terminated by a signal. ER Device has stopped with an error. HG The device is hung. HOE Halt on error (use number to select). RN Device is r...

This selection writes all of the settings for the hardware management policies tothe file: /etc/lpp/diagnostics/data/hmpolicies Ÿ Restore Hardware Management Policies This selection restores all of the settings for the hardware management policiesfrom the contents of the file: /etc/lpp/diagnostics/d...

This service aid may be run directly from the AIX command line. The following usagestatement describes the syntax of the command (path is/usr/lpp/diagnostics/bin/utape): Usage: utape [-h | -?] [-d <device>] [-n | -l | -t] or utape -c -d <device> [-v] {-n | {-l | -t} { -D | -f [<filena...

diag -c -d < deviceName > -T chkspares SSA Service Aids This service aid provides tools for diagnosing and resolving problems on SSAattached devices. The following tools are provided: Ÿ Set Service Mode Ÿ Link Verification Ÿ Configuration Verification Ÿ Format and Certify Disk Update Disk Base...

When running from standalone diagnostics, the flash update image file is copied tothe file system from diskette. The user needs to provide the image on a diskettesince the user does not have access to remote file systems or any other files thatare on the system. If enough space is not available, an ...

Physical Disk Certify Usage: diag -c -d <deviceName> -T "certify -l <ChId>" Flag Description -l Physical disk channel/ID (i.e. 23) Physical Disk Identify Usage: diag -c -d <deviceName> -T "identify" 7318 Serial Communications Network Server Service Aid This service ...

Appendix A. System Records Record the Identification Numbers Record and retain the following information. Product Name 43P Series Machine Type/Model Serial Number Key Serial Number  Copyright IBM Corp. 1996, 1998 A-1

The location of the system's identification number is shown below. Store the keys and the tag that has the key serial number on it in a safe place.Anyone who has access to the key serial number and manufacturer's address canorder duplicate keys. A-2 7043 43P Series User's Guide

Device Records Table A-2. Drive Bays Location Option Description Drive Bay 1 1.44MB Diskette Drive Drive Bay 2 CD-ROM Drive Drive Bay 3 Drive Bay 4 Drive Bay 5 A-4 7043 43P Series User's Guide

Appendix B. Adapter Placement Notes This appendix lists a few important considerations regarding placement of adapterswithin your system unit. Installing a Graphics Adapter Before installing a graphics adapter, refer to the PCI Adapter Placement Reference. This book contains instructions for placing...

Appendix C. IRQ and DMA-Channel Assignments This appendix lists the interrupt-request (IRQ) and direct-memory-access(DMA)-channel assignments for your system unit for the Model 140 and Model 240. Note: If you install ISA adapters in your Model 140 or Model 240 system unit, be sure that no interrupts...

DMA-Channel Assignments The following table shows the DMA-channel assignments. DMA Channel Description 0 Available for ISA bus if not used for system audio 1 Available for ISA bus if not used for system audio 2 Diskette drive controller 3 Available for ISA bus if not used for parallel port (ECP must...

ISA Adapter Configuration This section describes recommended ISA adapter configuration. Adapter Size Interrupt Priority Address Priority X.25 (First) long Interrupt 11 Ÿ SW1 = 0 Ÿ SW2 = 1 Ÿ SW3 = 0 Interrupt 10 Ÿ SW1 = 1 Ÿ SW2 = 1 Ÿ SW3 = 0 Interrupt 9 Ÿ SW1 = 0 Ÿ SW2 = 0 Ÿ SW3 = 1 Interrupt 3 Ÿ SW1...

Index Numerics 7135 RAIDiant array 9-37 7318 server service aid 9-39 A about this book xxi adapter installing 4-70locations 4-70, A-3sizes 4-70 adapter installation 4-70 adapter placement B-1 adapter removal 4-80 adding adapter 4-70internal drive 4-87, A-4 memory modules 4-24 memory to system 4-24 U...

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