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IBM RS/6000 Enterprise Server M80 User Manual

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The firmware level is denoted by XXYYMMDD, where XX = model designation, YY = year, MM = month,
and DD = day of the release.
The firmware level can be determined by either of the following methods:
v On the AIX command line, by typing:
lscfg -vp|grep -F .MM
A line that begins with ROM level (alterable).. displays the firmware level that is currently on the
system.
v Looking at the top of the service processor main menu.
System Firmware Update Using a Locally Available Image
To update the system firmware using a locally available image, perform the following steps:
1. Log in as root user.
2. If the directory /tmp/fwupdate does not exist, create it by issuing the following command:
mkdir /tmp/fwupdate
3. The firmware update file must be written into the /tmp/fwupdate directory on the system. This can be
done by using the ftp command to get the image from an ftp server or NFS-mounting the directory on
the host server, for example.
The firmware update file can also be transferred to the target system by backing up the image onto
diskette from another server and restoring it into the /tmp/fwupdate directory.
After the firmware update file has been written into the /tmp/fwupdate directory, verify its existence by
entering the following command:
ls /tmp/fwupdate/MM*.img
The update file will have the format MMyymmdd.img. The MM indicates that this is an update image
for a Model M80 or Model 6M1 system: yy is the year, mm is the month, and dd is the day of the
update file.
4. After the update file has been written to the /tmp/fwupdate directory, enter the following commands:
cd /usr/lpp/diagnostics/bin
./update_flash -f /tmp/fwupdate/MMyymmdd.img
Attention: Do not overlook the periods (.) in the commands shown above. AIX commands are
case-sensitive. Type them exactly as shown.
You
will be asked for confirmation to proceed with the firmware update and the required reboot. If you
confirm, the system will apply the new firmware, reboot, and return to the AIX prompt. This may take up to
ten minutes depending on the configuration of the system.
Attention: On some systems, the message Wait for rebooting before stopping may display on the
system console. Do not turn off the system until the system has fully rebooted to the AIX login prompt. If a
shutdown is necessary at that time, log in as root user and issue the shutdown command.
While the update is in progress, you will see Rebooting... on the display for several minutes.
The firmware update is complete.
Updating System Firmware From the Service Processor Menus
This procedure requires a set of firmware update diskettes in backup format.
Chapter 8. Using the Service Processor 391

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IBM RS/6000 Enterprise Server M80 Specifications

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BrandIBM
ModelRS/6000 Enterprise Server M80
CategoryServer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1. Reference Information

Overview

Provides a general overview of the system, including logical and physical descriptions.

Processors

Describes the processor configurations for Model M80 and Model 6M1 systems.

Memory

Details memory configurations, including capacities, riser cards, and DIMM types.

Primary I/O Drawer

Outlines the components and features of the primary I/O drawer.

Powering the System On and Off

Explains the procedures for powering the system on and off.

Console Strategy

Details the firmware console selection sequence at system boot time.

System Locations

Illustrates the physical arrangement of CEC and I/O drawers within a rack.

Logical and Physical Locations

Explains the mapping of failing FRUs using AIX and physical location codes.

Chapter 2. Diagnostics Overview

Maintenance Analysis Procedures (MAPs)

Guides trained service personnel through the system for isolation and error recovery procedures.

Checkpoints

Explains checkpoints, error codes, and SRNs that appear during system initialization.

FRU Isolation

Lists error codes and recommended actions for identifying and replacing FRUs.

Service Processor

Describes the service processor's role in monitoring system health and performing corrective actions.

Chapter 3. Maintenance Analysis Procedures (MAPs)

Entry MAP

The starting point for problem determination, guiding to appropriate MAPs or reference information.

Quick Entry MAP

A subset of the Entry MAP, designed to save time for specific problem types.

MAP 1520: Power

Procedure to locate power problems in CEC, I/O drawers, or rack.

MAP 1540: Minimum Configuration

Used to locate defective FRUs not found by normal diagnostics.

Chapter 4. Checkpoints

IPL Flow

Explains the initial program load flow and lists checkpoints on the operator panel.

Service Processor Checkpoints

Lists service processor checkpoints and their descriptions.

Firmware Checkpoints

Lists firmware checkpoints that occur during system startup.

Chapter 5. Error Code to FRU Index

Four-Character Checkpoints

Lists four-character progress codes and checkpoints in the format 8xxx through Exxx.

SPCN Error Codes

Lists SPCN error codes with descriptions and possible failing FRUs.

Firmware/POST Error Codes

Lists firmware and POST error codes with descriptions and possible failing FRUs.

Service Processor Error Codes

Lists error codes detected by the service processor and their possible failing FRUs.

Chapter 6. Loading the System Diagnostics In Service Mode

Default Boot List and Service Mode Bootlist

Details the default boot list and service mode bootlist, including boot sequences.

Chapter 7. Using the Capacity Upgrade on Demand Feature

System Processors

Describes feature codes for ordering and installing additional processor capacity.

Process Flow for Capacity Upgrade on Demand

Provides an overview of the process to enable Capacity Upgrade on Demand features.

Enabling Additional Capacity Upgrade on Demand Processors

Provides instructions to enable additional processors as needed using the chcod command.

Chapter 8. Using the Service Processor

Service Processor Functions

Discusses the various functions and capabilities of the service processor.

Service Processor Menus

Explains the structure and access methods for service processor menus.

Main Menu

Lists the primary menu options for service processor configuration and information.

Service Processor Setup Menu

Details the options for configuring service processor settings like passwords and surveillance.

Chapter 9. Using System Management Services

Utilities

Provides access to system configuration information, error logs, and network parameters.

Password Utilities

Allows access to options for setting, removing, and managing passwords.

Display Error Log

Allows viewing and clearing the system error log for troubleshooting.

SCSI Utilities

Allows configuration of SCSI hard disk spin-up delay and SCSI IDs.

MultiBoot

Allows selection of a method for booting the system, including standalone diagnostics.

Chapter 10. Removal and Replacement Procedures

Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

Provides precautions for handling static-sensitive devices to prevent damage.

Powering Off and Powering On the System

Details procedures for safely powering off and on the system.

Hot-Pluggable FRUs

Identifies hot-pluggable FRUs and notes on system power removal.

PCI Adapters

Discusses installing and removing PCI adapters, including hot-pluggable ones.

Memory Riser Cards and Memory Modules

Provides instructions for removing and replacing memory riser cards and DIMMs.

CEC Power Supplies

Details the removal and replacement procedures for CEC drawer power supplies.

Internal Disk Drives

Provides instructions for removing and replacing internal disk drives.

Operator Panel

Describes the removal and replacement of the operator panel.

Battery

Details the removal and replacement procedures for the system battery.

Chapter 11. Parts Information

CEC Drawer Card Assembly

Provides an exploded view and parts list for the CEC drawer card assembly.

CEC Drawer Internal Cables

Illustrates and lists the internal cables for the CEC drawer.

External Cables

Lists various external cables used with the system.

Keyboards and Mouse

Lists part numbers for different keyboard and mouse models.

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