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IBM RS/6000 7025 F50 Series User Manual

IBM RS/6000 7025 F50 Series
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RS/6000 7025 F50 Series IBM
Service Guide
SA38-0541-01

Table of Contents

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IBM RS/6000 7025 F50 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryServer
Operating SystemAIX
Model7025 F50
ProcessorPowerPC
Number of Processors1
Memory TypeECC
StorageSCSI
Form FactorTower
ArchitecturePowerPC
Bus ArchitectureMicro Channel

Summary

Communications Statements

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

Statement regarding FCC compliance for digital devices.

International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Statement

Statement regarding compliance with IEC Standard 950.

United Kingdom Telecommunications Safety Requirements

Safety requirements for UK telecommunications network connections.

European Union (EU) Statement

Statement on EU electromagnetic compatibility directives.

Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement

Compliance statement for Canadian interference-causing equipment.

VCCI Statement

Statement regarding VCCI compliance for information technology equipment.

Radio Protection for Germany

Statement regarding German EMVG compliance and radio protection.

Safety Notices

Electrical Safety

Instructions for safe electrical connections and handling of equipment.

Laser Safety Information

Information regarding laser safety for optical drives.

About This Book

ISO 9000 Quality System

Information on the ISO 9000 quality system used in development.

Related Publications

List of related IBM publications for further information.

Chapter 1. Reference Information

System Unit Locations and Diagrams

Diagrams and descriptions of system unit components and layout.

System Data Flow and Boot Sequence

Explanation of system data flow and the typical boot process.

System Specifications

Technical specifications and operating environment requirements for the system.

Power Cables

Details on power cable types and specifications for different regions.

Service Inspection Guide

Procedure for performing a service inspection on the system.

Chapter 2. Maintenance Analysis Procedures (MAPs)

Entry MAP

Initial procedure to determine the starting point for problem analysis.

MAP 1020: Problem Determination

Procedure for analyzing failures and obtaining error codes.

MAP 1520: Power Issues

Procedure specifically for diagnosing power-related problems.

MAP 1540: Minimum Configuration

Procedure for isolating defective FRUs using minimal configuration.

SSA Maintenance Analysis Procedures (MAPs)

Procedures for analyzing continuous failures in SSA disk drive systems.

Chapter 3. Error Code to FRU Index

Firmware/POST Error Codes

List of firmware and power-on self-test error codes.

Bus SRN to FRU Reference Table

Table mapping Service Request Numbers (SRNs) to FRUs.

Checkpoints and SP/Firmware References

Information on system checkpoints and Service Processor checkpoints.

Location Codes and AIX References

Explanation of location codes and AIX mapping.

SSA Service Aids Overview and Procedures

Description and usage of SSA service aids for problem determination.

Microcode Maintenance

Procedures for updating and maintaining system microcode.

Vital Product Data (VPD)

Information on vital product data for system components.

Chapter 4. Loading the System Diagnostics

Stand-alone and Online Diagnostics

Procedures for loading system diagnostics via different methods.

Chapter 5. System Management Services

Graphical System Management Services

Using the graphical interface for system management tasks.

Utilities Overview

Overview of system utilities for configuration and information.

Password Management

Setting and managing system passwords for security.

RIPL Configuration

Configuring Remote Initial Program Load settings.

SCSI ID Configuration

Viewing and changing SCSI controller addresses.

Firmware Update and Recovery

Procedures for updating and recovering system firmware.

Text-Based System Management Services

Using text-based interface for system management.

MultiBoot Menu Options

Managing boot sequences and operating system selection.

Chapter 6. Removal and Replacement Procedures

General Handling and Safety Precautions

Guidelines for safe handling of components and system access.

Chassis Covers and I/O Planar Access

Procedures for removing chassis covers and I/O planar cover.

Power Supply Removal and Replacement

Step-by-step instructions for power supply servicing.

Drive Removals and Replacements

Procedures for removing and replacing CD-ROM, Tape, Diskette, and Disk Drives.

Backplane Removal and Replacement

Instructions for servicing the system backplane.

Adapter Removal and Replacement

Steps for removing and installing adapter cards.

Memory Card and Module Procedures

Instructions for removing and replacing memory cards and modules.

I/O Planar Removal and Replacement

Detailed steps for servicing the I/O planar.

Processor Card Removal and Replacement

Procedures for removing and replacing the CPU card.

Service Processor Removal and Replacement

Steps for removing and replacing the service processor.

Battery Handling and Replacement

Instructions for safe battery removal and replacement.

Fan Removal and Replacement

Procedures for removing and replacing system fans.

Operator Panel Components Service

Procedures for servicing the operator panel display and control assembly.

Serial/Parallel Card Removal and Replacement

Instructions for servicing the serial/parallel card.

Chapter 7. Parts Information

Component Identification and Part Numbers

List of system components, part numbers, and descriptions.

Appendix A. SSA Problem Determination Procedures

SSA Self-Tests and Error Code References

Information on SSA POSTs, error codes, and SRNs.

Service Request Numbers (SRNs) and FRU Identification

Guide to using SRNs for FRU identification.

SSA Loop Configuration Issues

Troubleshooting invalid SSA loop configurations.

Appendix B. Service Processor Menus

Service Processor Menu Navigation and Overview

How to access and navigate Service Processor menus.

Service Processor Functions and Features

Detailed discussion of Service Processor capabilities.

System Power-On Methods

Various methods for powering the system on.

Service Processor System Monitoring

Information on system surveillance and heartbeats.

Service Processor Firmware Updates

Procedures for updating Service Processor firmware.

Service Processor Logs

Accessing and interpreting Service Processor error logs.

Appendix C. Service Processor Setup and Test

Service Processor Setup Checklist

A checklist for setting up and configuring the Service Processor.

Testing the Setup

Procedures for testing Service Processor connectivity and configuration.

Appendix D. Modem Configurations

Sample Modem Configuration Files

Provided sample configuration files for modems.

Configuration File Selection Process

Guide to selecting the appropriate modem configuration file.

Customizing Modem Configuration Files

Instructions for modifying modem configuration files.

Modem Features and Behavior

Explains Xon/Xoff, Ring Detection, and Terminal Emulators.

Modem Recovery and Prevention Strategies

Strategies for modem recovery and preventing issues.

Appendix E. Service Processor Operational Phases

Pre-Standby Phase

Initial phase when power is applied before full system power-on.

Standby Phase

Phase where SP handles automatic duties and awaits requests.

Bring-Up Phase

Phase entered upon power-on, exiting upon OS loading.

Runtime Phase

Phase of SP tasks during steady-state OS execution.

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