IBM 7945D2U Product Manual

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Leadership enterprise server with significantly lower cost of ownership in a highly available andexpandable, rack-dense, 2U dual-socket serverPlease see the Legal Information section for important notices and information. 11pop out and drop down for easy viewing without the need to open the server cover or remove theserver from the rack. The light path diagnostics panel tells the servicer which component requiresattention. In addition, many components have their own identifying LEDs. For example, each ofthe memory modules has an LED next to the socket, as do both processors, all adapter slots, allfans, all power supplies, the voltage regulator module and the service processor, allowing theservicer to easily identify exactly which component needs servicing. By following the “light path,”the component can be replaced quickly, and without guesswork. (Note: In the event of a failedDIMM, the system will restart and mark the DIMM as bad while offline, thus allowing the system tocontinue running, with reduced memory capacity, until serviced.)Hot-Swap/Redundant ComponentsSystem availability is maximized through the extensive use of hot-swap and redundantcomponents, including:• Redundant memory protection (with Chipkill protection, and memory mirroring enabled)• Hot-swap, redundant hard disk drives and solid-state drives (with RAID protection)• Hot-swap, redundant power supplies• Hot-swap, redundant cooling fan modulesOther Features• Five USB 2.0 ports — Provides flexibility to add high-speed external devices. The USB 2.0specification supports up to 480Mbps transfer rates. (Note: Not all USB 2.0 devices arecapable of achieving this rate.) Two ports are provided on the front of the server, two on theback, plus one USB connector reserved for an internal tape drive, RDX removable diskcartridge, or USB flash memory key containing an embedded hypervisor. For pre-boot andnormal drive use, use the external ports.• One additional internal USB port is available when the optional Tape Enablement Kit (TEK)is installed.• Dual video ports — To simplify local systems management, one video port is provided on thefront of the unit and one on the back.• Toolless slides — Allows quick rack installation and quicker upgrade and servicing of theserver.• Toolless chassis — The cover can be opened without tools, and many components can beremoved and replaced without tools, including the CD-RW/DVD combo drive, hot-swap drives,and PCIe adapters, as well as the integrated ServeRAID card, embedded hypervisor key, andVirtual Media Key. This can save a servicer significant time.Extensive System Support FeaturesThe IBM services and technical support portfolio provides world-class, consistent, high-qualityservice and support. The x3650 M3 server offers a number of tools and services designed tomake ownership a positive experience. From the start, IBM programs make it easier for you toplan for, configure and purchase System x servers, get them running and keep them running long-term. These features include IBM Express Portfolio, IBM ServerProven®, IBM StandaloneSolutions Configuration Tool, IBM System x and BladeCenter Power Configurator, IBMServerGuide, IBM Systems Director Service and Support Manager, Product CustomizationServices and extensive technical support offerings.The IBM ServerProven program provides the confidence that specific options and operatingsystems have been tested on the server and are officially supported to work together. It is updatedfrequently to ensure that the latest compatibility information is always at your fingertips.The IBM Standalone Solutions Configuration Tool (SSCT) is a downloadable tool thatsimplifies the often complex chore of configuring a full rack of servers (including blade servers)and confirming that you have all the cables, power distribution units, KVM (keyboard, video andmouse) switch boxes and other components you need, as well as the proper airflow clearances,electrical circuits and other environmental conditions.IBM System x and BladeCenter Power Configurator helps IT managers plan for data centerpower needs, by providing the following information for specific configurations of System x andBladeCenter systems: power input (watts), PDU sizing (amps), heat output (BTUs), airflowrequirements through chassis (CFM), VA rating, leakage current (mA), and peak inrush current(amps).IBM ServerGuide (installed from CD) simplifies the process of installing and configuring System xservers. ServerGuide goes beyond mere hardware configuration by assisting with the automatedinstallation of the Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003 and 2008 operating systems, device driversand other system components, with minimal user intervention. (Drivers are also included forsupport of Novell NetWare, Red Hat Linux and SUSE LINUX.) This focus on deployment helps