IBM System i User Manual

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Service and support
Expansion units
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Serial uninterruptible power supply conversion cable
Place the rack-mounted system or expansion unit in the service position
Related reference
PCI-X Cryptographic Coprocessor
Cables and adapters
Related information
Support for IBM System i
Powerware
Cabling a model 9405-520, 9406-520, 9406-525, or 9407-515 and a Thin
Console
Learn how to connect the Thin Console, power cords, external cables, and the optional electronic
customer support cable, cable the expansion units, attach devices, install the PCI Cryptographic
Coprocessor card, route the cables, and start the server.
92 System i and System p: Cabling your server

IBM System i Specifications

General

Operating System	IBM i
Form Factor	Rackmount, Tower
Processor	POWER5, POWER6, POWER7, POWER8, POWER9
Security	encryption
Networking	Ethernet
Reliability	redundant components
CPU	POWER processors
Memory	Up to several terabytes depending on model

Summary

Safety and Environmental Notices

Laser Safety Information

Details on laser safety precautions and compliance for IBM servers.

Product Recycling and Disposal

Guidelines for responsible recycling and disposal of IBM IT equipment.

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Cabling Your Server

Accessing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI)

Accessing and using the ASMI for service processor tasks and system management.

Using the Hardware Management Console (HMC)

Using the HMC for managing hardware tasks and configuring logical partitions.

Connecting Server Power Cords

Instructions for routing and connecting server power cords safely and securely.

Server Startup Procedures

Procedures for powering on the server and initial system startup checks.