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3. Unpack the utility:
– For Windows, double-click ibm_utl_asu_asutXXX_windows_yyyy.exe, which
decompresses the following files into the ASU folder.
– For Linux, open a terminal session and run the following command from the
ASU directory:
tar -zxf ibm_utl_asu_asutXXX_linux_yyyy.tgz
4. Run a command, such as the asu show command, either in-band or out-of-band, using
the commands that are listed in Table 7-4. This command confirms that the connection
and utility work.
Table 7-4 Steps to run ASU both in-band and out-of-band
7.6.2 Command examples
In this section, we provide a brief overview for the most commonly used ASU commands. See
the Advanced Settings Utility User’s Guide at the following website for all the ASU
commands:
http://ibm.com/support/entry/portal/docdisplay?lndocid=TOOL-ASU
Show all settings
On the command line, enter asu show. See Example 7-1.
Example 7-1 Output of the asu show command
IMM2.SSH_SERVER_KEY=Installed
IMM2.SSL_HTTPS_SERVER_CERT=Private Key and Cert/CSR not available.
IMM2.SSL_HTTPS_SERVER_CSR=Private Key and Cert/CSR not available.
IMM2.SSL_LDAP_CLIENT_CERT=Private Key and Cert/CSR not available.
IMM2.SSL_LDAP_CLIENT_CSR=Private Key and Cert/CSR not available.
IMM2.SSL_SERVER_DIRECTOR_CERT=Private Key and Cert/CSR not available.
IMM2.SSL_SERVER_DIRECTOR_CSR=Private Key and Cert/CSR not available.
IMM2.SSL_CLIENT_TRUSTED_CERT1=Not-Installed
IMM2.SSL_CLIENT_TRUSTED_CERT2=Not-Installed
IMM2.SSL_CLIENT_TRUSTED_CERT3=Not-Installed
IMM2.PowerRestorePolicy=Restore
IMM2.ThermalModePolicy=Normal
In-band Out-of-band
Run the following command:
- For 32 bit: asu show
- For 64 bit: asu64 show
1. Ping the IMM2 to ensure that you have a network connection to
the IMM2. The default IP address is 192.168.70.125.
Note: You might need to change your IP address.
2. Run the following command:
- For 32 bit: asu show --host IPADRESS
- For 64 bit: asu64 show --host IPADRESS
Default IMM2 user and password parameters: When you change the default user and
password of IMM2, you must specify the --user and --password parameters, for example:
asu show --user USER --password PASSWORD

IBM X3850 X6 Specifications

General

Chipset	Intel C602J
Network Controller	Integrated quad-port Gigabit Ethernet
Processor	Up to four Intel Xeon E7-4800 v2 series processors or Intel Xeon E7-8800 v2 series processors
Memory	Up to 6 TB of DDR3 ECC Registered DIMMs (RDIMMs) or Load-Reduced DIMMs (LRDIMMs)
Form Factor	4U rack server
Storage	Up to 24x 2.5" hot-swap SAS/SATA HDDs or SSDs
Expansion Slots	Up to 11 PCIe 3.0 slots
Power Supply	Up to four 1400W or 900W hot-swap power supplies
Memory Type	DDR3 RDIMM/LRDIMM
Storage Controller	ServeRAID M5210 SAS/SATA controller
RAID Support	RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
Operating System Support	Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware

Summary

Chapter 1. Introduction

1.1 Target workloads

Overview of workloads supported by IBM X6 servers, focusing on databases, analytics, and enterprise applications.

1.2 Key features

Highlights the advantages of IBM X6 server technology including performance, agility, and resilience.

1.5 Flash storage

Chapter 2. Technology

2.1 Modular design

Explains the modular 'bookshelf' design of X6 servers, including Compute, Storage, and I/O Books.

2.2 System architecture

Details the overall architecture of x3850 X6 and x3950 X6 servers, including processor interconnects.

2.3 Processors

Discusses the Intel Xeon E7-4800/8800 v2 processors and their features.

2.4 Memory

Covers DDR3 memory options, modes, mirroring, sparing, and Chipkill.

2.6 Internal storage

2.8 Integrated Management Module

Details the IMM2 service processor for remote server management and monitoring.

2.9 Scalability

Chapter 3. Product information

3.1 Product features

Describes the key features and capabilities of IBM X6 servers.

3.2 Specifications

Lists the standard specifications for x3850 X6 and x3950 X6 servers.

3.3 Standard models of X6 servers

3.4 Physical design

3.5 Ports and controls

3.6 Compute Book

Details the design and components of the Compute Book, the core modular element.

3.7 Processor options

Lists available Intel Xeon processor options for X6 servers.

3.8 Memory

3.9 IBM eXFlash memory-channel storage

3.10 Storage subsystem

3.11 I/O subsystem

3.12 Primary I/O Book

3.13 Half-length I/O Books and Full-length I/O Books

3.14 Hot-swap adapter support

3.18 Partitioning

3.19 Standard onboard features

3.21 Hot-swap capabilities

3.22 Power subsystem

3.24 Upgrading to an 8-socket X6 server

Chapter 4. Infrastructure planning

4.1 Physical and electrical specifications

Lists physical, electrical, and environmental specifications for X6 servers.

4.2 Rack selection and rack options

4.5 Power advice

Provides considerations for power subsystem planning and distribution.

4.6 Cooling advice

4.8 PDU and line cord selection

Chapter 5. Preparing the hardware

5.1 Configuring the IMM2 settings

Guides on configuring IMM2 settings for server management and troubleshooting.

5.2 UEFI settings for performance

Details UEFI settings for tuning system performance and operating modes.

5.3 UEFI common settings

5.4 PCIe adapter placement advice

5.5 Hot-swap procedures

Explains how to hot-swap components like power supplies and I/O Books.

5.6 Partitioning the x3950 X6

5.7 Updating firmware

Guides on updating system firmware using UpdateXpress, BoMC, and IMM.

5.8 Troubleshooting

Overview of tools and considerations for problem resolution and extended outages.

Chapter 6. Operating system installation

6.1 Installing without a local optical drive

Explains methods for OS installation using IMM, USB port, or PXE.

6.2 IBM ServerGuide

6.3 IBM ServerGuide Scripting Toolkit

Chapter 7. Management

7.1 Introduction

7.2 Integrated Management Module II (IMM2)

Explains the features and configuration of the IMM2 for server management.

7.3 Remote control

Details how to use the IMM2 remote control feature for server access.

7.4 IBM Systems Director

7.6 Advanced Settings Utility

7.7 MegaRAID Storage Manager