Chapter 1. The System x3690 X5 Types 7147, 7148, 7149, and7192 serverThis Installation and User's Guide contains information and instructions for settingup your IBM ® System x3690 X5 Types 7147, 7148, 7149, and 7192 server,instructions for installing some optional devices, and instructions for cabling, andconfiguring the server. This document also contains information and instructionsfor installing options in the optional IBM MAX5 for System x (MAX5) memoryexpansion module (see “IBM MAX5 for System x memory expansion module” onpage 25 for more information about the optional MAX5). For removing andinstalling optional devices, diagnostics and troubleshooting information, see theProblem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM Documentation CD, which comeswith the server.Important: The IBM MAX5 for System x is a Listed Accessory for use with the IBMSystem x3690 X5 only.In addition to the instructions in Chapter 2, “Installing optional devices,” on page33 for installing optional hardware devices, updating firmware and device drivers,and completing the installation, IBM Business Partners must also complete thesteps in “Instructions for IBM Business Partners” on page 34.The IBM System x3690 X5 Types 7147, 7148, 7149, and 7192 server is a 2-U-highrack model server for virtualization, database, and computational intensivecomputing. This high-performance, scalable server is ideally suited for enterpriseenvironments that require superior input/output (I/O) flexibility, scalability, andhigh manageability.Performance, ease of use, reliability, and expansion capabilities were keyconsiderations in the design of the server. These design features make it possiblefor you to customize the system hardware to meet your needs today and provideflexible expansion capabilities for the future.The server comes with a limited warranty. For information about the terms of thewarranty and getting service and assistance, see the IBM Warranty Informationdocument that comes with the server.The server contains IBM X-Architecture ® technologies, which help increaseperformance and reliability. For more information, see “What your server offers”on page 10 and “Reliability, availability, and serviceability” on page 15.You can obtain up-to-date information about the server and other IBM serverproducts at http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/. At http://www.ibm.com/support/mysupport/, you can create a personalized support page by identifying IBMproducts that are of interest to you. From this personalized page, you can subscribeto weekly e-mail notifications about new technical documents, search forinformation and downloads, and access various administrative services.If you participate in the IBM client reference program, you can share informationabout your use of technology, best practices, and innovative solutions; build aprofessional network; and gain visibility for your business. For more informationabout the IBM client reference program, see http://www.ibm.com/ibm/clientreference/.© Copyright IBM Corp. 2011 1
