IBM x3650 - System M2 - 7947 User Manual Download

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Installation guidelines

Before you install optional devices, read the following information:

Read the safety information that begins on page vii, the guidelines in “Working
inside the server with the power on” on page 37, and “Handling static-sensitive
devices” on page 38. This information will help you work safely.

When you install your new server, take the opportunity to download and apply
the most recent firmware updates. This step will help to ensure that any known
issues are addressed and that your server is ready to function at maximum levels
of performance. To download firmware updates for your server, complete the
following steps:

1. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/.

2. Under Product support, click System x.

3. Under Popular links, click Software and device drivers.

4. Click System x3650 M2 to display the matrix of downloadable files for the

server.

For additional information about tools for updating, managing, and deploying
firmware, see the System x and xSeries Tools Center at
http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/toolsctr/v1r0/index.jsp.

Before you install optional hardware, make sure that the server is working
correctly. Start the server, and make sure that the operating system starts, if an
operating system is installed, or that a 19990305 error code is displayed,
indicating that an operating system was not found but the server is otherwise
working correctly. If the server is not working correctly, see “Solving problems” in
the Installation Guide on the IBM Documentation CD for diagnostic information.

Observe good housekeeping in the area where you are working. Place removed
covers and other parts in a safe place.

If you must start the server while the cover is removed, make sure that no one is
near the server and that no tools or other objects have been left inside the
server.

Do not attempt to lift an object that you think is too heavy for you. If you have to
lift a heavy object, observe the following precautions:

– Make sure that you can stand safely without slipping.

– Distribute the weight of the object equally between your feet.

– Use a slow lifting force. Never move suddenly or twist when you lift a heavy

object.

– To avoid straining the muscles in your back, lift by standing or by pushing up

with your leg muscles.

Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical
outlets for the server, monitor, and other devices.

Back up all important data before you make changes to disk drives.

Have a small flat-blade screwdriver available.

To view the error LEDs on the system board and internal components, leave the
server connected to power.

You do not have to turn off the server to install or replace hot-swap fans,
redundant hot-swap ac power supplies, or hot-plug Universal Serial Bus (USB)
devices. However, you must turn off the server before you perform any steps that
involve removing or installing adapter cables or non-hot-swap optional devices or
components.

System x3650 M2 Type 7947: Installation and User’s Guide