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IBM Power System S814 User Manual

IBM Power System S814
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Power Systems
Installing the IBM Power System S814
(8286-41A)
GI11-9904-06
IBM

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IBM Power System S814 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ProcessorPOWER8
Number of Processors1 or 2
MemoryDDR3
Memory Slots16
Maximum Memory1 TB
StorageSAS, SATA, or SSD
PCIe SlotsUp to 8
Processor Core Options6-core, 8-core
Processor Threads8 threads per core
Disk BaysUp to 12 small form factor (SFF) bays
I/O SlotsUp to 8 PCIe slots
Form Factor4U rack-mounted
Operating SystemIBM AIX, IBM i, Linux
Power SupplyRedundant, hot-swappable

Summary

Server Installation and Preparation

Determining Your Server Type

Identify server type (rack, preinstalled, stand-alone) for correct installation path.

Installing a Rack-Based Server

Procedures for installing a server into an existing rack.

Prerequisite for Installing the Rack-Mounted Server

Requirements and documents needed before installing a rack server.

Completing Inventory for Your Server

Verify and record all server components received.

Determining and Marking the Location in the Rack

Plan and mark the physical location for the server within the rack.

Attaching the Mounting Hardware to the Rack

Steps to attach slide rails and mounting hardware to the rack.

Installing the System into the Rack

Procedures for physically placing the server into the rack.

Installing the Cable-Management Arm

Guidance on installing the arm for routing cables.

Server Cabling and Console Configuration

Cabling the Server and Setting Up a Console

Connect the server to a console for initial setup and operation.

Determining Which Console to Use

Guide on selecting the appropriate console type for setup.

Cabling the Server with an ASCII Terminal

Detailed steps for connecting an ASCII terminal.

Cabling the Server to the HMC

Instructions for connecting the server to a Hardware Management Console.

Cabling the Server and Accessing Operations Console

Steps to connect and access the Operations Console.

Cabling the Server and Accessing the IVM

Connecting the server and accessing the Integrated Virtualization Manager.

Cabling the Server with Keyboard, Video, and Mouse

Connecting KVM for direct server access.

Completing Server Setup and Specific Installations

Completing the Server Setup

Tasks to finalize the server setup and configuration.

Completing the Server Setup by Using an HMC

Procedures for completing server setup via HMC.

Completing the Server Setup Without Using an HMC

Steps to set up the server without an HMC.

Setting Up a Preinstalled Server

Steps to set up a server that arrived preinstalled in a rack.

Prerequisite for Installing the Preinstalled Server

Requirements and documents needed before setting up a preinstalled server.

Removing Shipping Bracket and Connecting Power for Preinstalled Server

Remove shipping bracket and connect power for preinstalled servers.

Installing a Stand-Alone Server

Procedures for setting up a server that is not rack-mounted.

Prerequisite for Installing the Stand-Alone Server

Requirements and documents needed before setting up a stand-alone server.

Safety, Compliance, and Legal Information

Safety Notices

Important safety warnings and precautions for system operation.

Notices

Legal disclaimers, copyright, and IBM policies.

Homologation Statement

Certification statements for country-specific regulations.

Accessibility Features for IBM Power Systems Servers

Information on accessibility features for users with disabilities.

Privacy Policy Considerations

IBM's policy regarding data collection and privacy.

Trademarks

List of IBM and third-party trademarks.

Electronic Emission Notices

Notices regarding electronic emissions from the equipment.

Class A Notices

Specific Class A compliance statements for various regions.

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