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IBM x3100 M5 Type 5457

IBM x3100 M5 Type 5457
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System x3100 M5
Type 5457
Installation and Service Guide
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IBM x3100 M5 Type 5457 Specifications

General IconGeneral
MemoryUp to 32 GB
Form FactorTower
ChipsetIntel C222
ProcessorIntel Xeon E3-1200 v3 series, Intel Core i3 series, Intel Pentium series
Memory TypeDDR3 ECC
Memory Slots4 DIMM slots
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 10
NetworkDual Gigabit Ethernet
Storage Bays4 x 3.5-inch
Operating System SupportRed Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware
Expansion Slots1 PCIe 3.0 x8

Summary

Safety Information

Safety Statements

Provides crucial caution and danger information for safe operation.

IBM System x3100 M5 Server Overview

What Your Server Offers

Highlights key features and technologies integrated into the server.

Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability (RAS)

Explains features enhancing data integrity, uptime, and diagnostics.

Server Controls, LEDs, and Power

Details server controls, status LEDs, and power management operations.

Installing Optional Devices

Before You Begin

Outlines prerequisites and precautions before installing optional hardware.

Installation Guidelines

Provides essential safety and handling instructions for device installation.

System Reliability Guidelines

Details requirements for proper system cooling and reliability.

Removing Components

Details procedures for removing components like side covers and air baffles.

Configuration Information and Instructions

Updating the Firmware

Covers procedures for updating system firmware and device drivers.

Configuring the Server

Details server configuration utilities such as Setup and Boot Manager.

IBM Advanced Settings Utility Program

Explains the ASU program for modifying UEFI and IMM settings via command line.

Troubleshooting Server Issues

Start Here and Diagnosing a Problem

Guides users through initial problem diagnosis and troubleshooting steps.

Diagnostic Tools and Procedures

Details diagnostic tools like IMM2, DSA, and event logs for problem resolution.

Troubleshooting by Symptom

Provides solutions for common problems based on observable symptoms.

Parts Listing and Replacement

Replaceable Server Components

Lists components available for replacement, categorized by CRU tiers.

Structural Parts

Identifies structural parts for 4U and 5U server models and their availability.

Removing and Replacing Components

Removing and Replacing Structural Parts

Detailed instructions for removing and replacing physical chassis components.

Removing and Installing Internal Drives

Procedures for removing and installing internal hard disk drives.

Removing the System Battery

Instructions on how to remove and replace the system battery.

IMM2 Error Messages

IMM Events That Automatically Notify Support

Lists IMM events configured to automatically notify IBM Support.

UEFIPOST Diagnostic Codes

Event Severity Levels

Defines the severity levels for events and associated user responses.

DSA Diagnostic Test Results

DSA Broadcom Network Test Results

Lists messages and results from Broadcom network tests.

DSA Hard Drive Test Results

Lists messages and results from hard drive diagnostic tests.

Getting Help and Technical Assistance

Before You Call

Steps to take to solve problems before contacting IBM Support.

Using the Documentation

Information on accessing product documentation and online resources.

Notices

Trademarks

Lists registered IBM and third-party trademarks.

Particulate Contamination

Specifies limits for airborne particulates and reactive gases.

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