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IBM RS/6000 44P 170 User Manual

IBM RS/6000 44P 170
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RS/6000 44P Series Model 170
Installation Guide
SA38-0561-02
IBM

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IBM RS/6000 44P 170 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ProcessorPowerPC 604e
Hard Drive InterfaceSCSI
Operating SystemAIX
Form FactorDesktop
GraphicsIntegrated
Expansion SlotsPCI
PortsUSB, Serial, Parallel, SCSI

Summary

Chapter 1. Setting Up the RS/6000 44P Series Model 170

Unpacking Your System Unit

Instructions for removing the system unit from its packaging and initial checks.

Covers

Procedures for removing and replacing the system unit's side cover.

Battery

Instructions and precautions for removing and replacing the system battery.

Memory Modules

Steps for removing and installing memory modules on the system board.

Processor Card

Procedures for removing and installing the system's processor card.

Adapters

Instructions for removing and installing expansion adapters in the system.

Internal Drives

Information and procedures related to internal disk and media drives.

Disk Drives

Steps for removing and installing disk drives within the system unit.

Media Drives

Procedures for removing and installing CD-ROM and tape drives.

Optional Media Usage

Guidelines for using and preparing optional media bays and drives.

System Firmware Updates

Instructions for updating the system's firmware and checking current levels.

Chapter 2. Verifying the Hardware Operation

Considerations before Running This Procedure

Pre-procedure checks and requirements for system verification.

Loading the Diagnostics

Steps on how to load the system's diagnostic software.

Running System Verification

Detailed steps to perform the system verification test.

Additional System Verification

Procedures for conducting further system verification checks.

Stopping the Diagnostics

Instructions on how to properly shut down and exit diagnostic procedures.

Chapter 3. Installing Options for the RS/6000 44P Series Model 170

Safety Considerations

Important safety precautions to follow during installation procedures.

Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

Precautions for handling components sensitive to electrostatic discharge.

Stopping the System Unit

Procedure for safely shutting down the system before maintenance.

Covers

Procedures for removing and replacing the system unit's covers.

Cover Support Bridge

Instructions for removing and replacing the system unit's cover support bridge.

Battery

Steps to remove and replace the system battery.

Memory Modules

Detailed steps for removing and installing memory modules.

Processor Card

Procedures for removing and installing the processor card.

Adapters

Instructions for removing and installing various system adapters.

Internal Drives

Information on internal drives, handling, configuration, and unconfiguration.

Disk Drives

Steps for removing and installing disk drives.

Media Drives

Procedures for installing and removing media drives.

Optional Media Usage

Guidelines for preparing and using optional media bays.

Installing an Optional Disk Drive

Steps for installing an optional disk drive into the media bay.

Installing an Optional Media Fan Assembly

Instructions for installing an optional media fan assembly.

System Firmware Updates

Information on updating system firmware and checking current levels.

Appendix A. Communications Statements

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

FCC compliance statement for the device, detailing interference limits.

European Union (EU) Statement

EU electromagnetic compatibility compliance statement.

International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Statement

Compliance statement for IEC standard 950.

United Kingdom Telecommunications Safety Requirements

UK safety requirements for indirect connection to public telecommunication networks.

Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du Canada

Canadian compliance statement for Class B digital apparatus.

Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement

Official Canadian compliance statement for digital apparatus.

VCCI Statement

Japanese VCCI statement regarding radio interference control.

Radio Protection for Germany

German statement regarding radio protection compliance.

Appendix B. Environmental Notices

Product Recycling and Disposal

Information on environmentally sound disposal and recycling of product materials.

Environmental Design

Details on IBM's environmental considerations and efforts in product design.

Appendix C. Notices

Appendix D. System Records

Identification Numbers

Section to record system product name, serial number, and key serial number.

Device Records

Tables for recording installed internal and external system options and devices.

SCSI IDs and Bay Locations

Diagram and table illustrating SCSI IDs and bay locations for internal devices.

Appendix E. General Attributes Required When Using a TTY Terminal

General Setup Attributes

Default general attributes for diagnostic programs on TTY terminals.

Line wrap

Setting for cursor movement to the next line after reaching the end of the current line.

Forcing insert

Controls tab behavior and its dependency on field attribute character positions.

Tab

Controls tab behavior and its dependency on field attribute character positions.

Trace

Manages data transfer to auxiliary port during diagnostics without disturbing main communications.

Appendix F. Additional Communication Attributes

Communication Setup Attributes

Communication settings for terminals like 3151, 3161, and 3164.

Additional Keyboard Attributes

Keyboard setup attributes for terminals like 3151, 3161, and 3164.

Additional Printer Attributes

Printer setup attributes for terminals like 3151, 3161, and 3164.

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