ASMI Operations Guide

System pOperations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems SA76-0094-02 System p Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems SA76-0094-02 duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp. US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use. All rights reserved. . This edition replaces SA76-0094-01. G229-9054.Note Before using this information and the product it supports. Third Edition (November 2007) This edition applies to IBM System p servers that contain the POWER6™ processor and to all associated models. © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2007. read the information in “Notices” on page 125 and the IBM Systems Safety Information manual. . . . . . . . 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewing vital product data . . . Enabling I/O adapter memory allocation . . . 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1 1 1 2 4 4 4 5 6 7 7 Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) . . . . 13 . . Configuring I/O enclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . © Copyright IBM Corp. . . . . . . . . . . Powering the system on and off . . . . . . . xiii How to send your comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 . . . . . . . . . Updating firmware on IBM System p models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewing system information . . . . . . . . . Setting deconfiguration policies . . 17 . . . . . . . 1 Connecting to a terminal . . . . . Viewing deconfigured resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing HMC connection data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Start a system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console . . . . . . . . . . Stop the system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console Initiating a delayed power off (DPO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 . 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 . . . . . . . . . Enabling PCI error injection policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 . . . . . . . 20 . . . . . . . . . . Viewing real-time progress indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ASMI login restrictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controlling the system power using the control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Performing a system reboot . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 . . Changing firmware update policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accessing the ASMI using a Web browser . . . . . 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing processor configuration . . . 10 . . . . . . . . . . Changing memory configuration . . . . . . . . 2007 . . . . . . . 18 . . . . . . . . Configuring monitoring . . 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 . 18 . . . . . . . . . Performing an immediate power off . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 ASMI requirements . . . . Setting auto-power restart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing system configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 . . . . . . . Changing the time of day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing ASMI passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 . . . . . . . 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controlling the system power . Viewing system power control network trace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 . . . . . . . . Updating installed languages . . . . . . . . . . Accessing the ASMI . . . . . Controlling the system power using the ASMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 . Viewing progress indicator history. . . . . . . . . . 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 .Contents Safety and environmental notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting up an ASMI login profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing the interposer plug count . Initiating a fast power off (FPO) . . xiii Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deconfiguring hardware . . . ix About this publication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Retrieving ASMI login audits . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 . . . . . . Viewing persistent storage . . ASMI Authority Levels . . . . . . . 15 . . . . . . . 20 . . . . . . . Viewing progress indicator from previous boot . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the IP address on your PC or mobile computer Accessing the ASMI using an ASCII terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing system name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 iii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing the default language for the ASMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 25 25 25 26 26 27 27 27 28 28 29 29 30 30 30 30 31 31 31 32 33 33 34 34 34 35 35 36 36 36 37 37 38 38 39 40 41 42 42 43 44 45 45 45 46 47 Managing the control panel functions . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the system brand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Debugging the virtual TTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . Testing the call-home policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting performance options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting problems in accessing the ASMI . Configuring the call-home and call-in policy . . . . . . . . . . system operating mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Initiating a system dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 50 50 50 52 52 52 54 55 55 55 56 iv System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . . . . . . Performing an LED test on the control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Function 05 to 06: Reserved .Clearing all deconfiguration errors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the system enclosure type . . Displaying error and event logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . system operating mode. Initiating a partition dump . . . . . . and firmware mode Function 03: Restart IPL . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2 2 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewing information about CoD resources . . . Changing indicators by location code . . . . . Configuring network interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Entering service processor commands . . . . . . . 49 Physical control panel . . . Function 07: SPCN functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Programming vital product data . . . Using on-demand utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Primary control panel functions . . . . . . . . Rebooting the service processor. Configuring virtual Ethernet environment settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . Increasing the system memory page size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . and IPL speed . . . . . . Function 02: Select IPL type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using concurrent maintenance utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accessing the control panel functions using the physical control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Control panel function codes . . . 1 Function 04: Lamp test . . . . . Viewing resources deconfigured using the guard function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Restoring your server to factory settings . . . . . . . . Running the floating-point-unit-computation test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IPL speed override. Order Capacity on Demand . Initiating a service processor dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Configuring your modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Function 01: Display selected IPL type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Enabling enclosure indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the system identifiers . Controlling server power consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Use Capacity on Demand commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Preparing the control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Configuring a system port for call options . . . . . . . . . . . . Putting the physical control panel in manual operating mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the maximum number of virtual Ethernet switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Function 08: Fast power off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Managing virtual I/O connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Activate Capacity on Demand or Advanced POWER Virtualization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting the server using service aids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Enabling serial port snoop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Configuring network access . . . . . . . . . . 1 Configuring network services . . . . . . . . . . . . Resume server firmware after CoD activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turning off system attention indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reserving RIO/HSL adapter slots . . . . . . . . . . . Changing service indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing the logical memory block size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Functions 56 to 62: Reserved. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Function 43: Service processor dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1 . . . . . Using the AIX diagnostics to install the server firmware fix through AIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Function 21: Service tool initiation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Verify that the fix installed correctly. . . . . . . . . Functions 44 to 54: Reserved. . Functions 35 to 41: Reserved. . . . . . Function 55: View and change platform dump data . . . . . . . . . . . . Functions 71 to 99: Reserved. 67 . Using the control panel to work with the temporary and permanent side of the service processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Function 63: Display system status SRCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Function 34: Retry partition dump . . . . . . . . . . . Functions 25 and 26: Service switches 1 and 2 . . . . . . . Function 13: SRC display (hex words 6-9) . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power-on self-test keys . . Apply server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux to the temporary side of the service processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . model. . . View and unpack the RPM file that contains the server firmware . . . . . . Function 11: SRC display (ASCII string) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Working with the temporary and permanent side of the service processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 4. and speeds . . . . . . . . . . . 57 57 57 57 58 59 59 59 59 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 61 61 61 62 63 63 64 64 64 65 Managing the system management services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Function 64: Display diagnostic status SRCs . . . Using AIX or Linux commands to work with the temporary and permanent side of the service processor . . . . . . . . . . Obtaining I/O adapter and device firmware fixes for a system that is running AIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Function 30: Service processor IP address and port location Functions 31 to 33: Reserved. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the current server firmware level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . View existing firmware levels for AIX or Linux . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Functions 27 to 29: Reserved. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Functions 09 to 10: Reserved. . Using Linux commands to remove the current server firmware level . . Using the System Management Interface Tool to mount the fix CD for AIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Function 20: System type. . . . . . . . . Function 42: Platform dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . View or download the firmware fix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . system operating modes. . . . . . . . Using AIX commands to install a firmware fix permanently . . . 81 Obtaining fixes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . and IPL type Customer-extended panel functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . Obtaining service and productivity tools for Linux . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the control panel to switch to the other side of the service processor . . . . . . . . . . . Functions 23 to 24: Reserved. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Function 22: Partition dump . Additional information about obtaining fixes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Functions 65 to 70: Not applicable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Switching to the other side of the service processor using ASMI or the control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing a firmware fix permanently. . . . . . . . . . . . . Functions 14 to 19: SRC display (callouts) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Values for IPL types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Starting the system management services Using the system management services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Function 12: SRC display (hex words 2-5) . . . . . Using Linux commands to install a firmware fix permanently . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewing the firmware fix information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 . . . . . . . (Optional) Install the server firmware fix permanently . . . . . . . . . 83 Obtaining firmware fixes . . . . . . . Obtaining server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Contents . Step 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Obtaining operating system fixes for AIX or Linux . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using AIX commands to remove the current server firmware level . . . Using the ASMI to switch to the other side of the service processor . . . . . . . . . feature code. . . . . . . . . . 83 83 83 84 85 86 86 87 87 87 88 89 89 89 90 90 91 91 91 92 93 94 94 95 95 95 95 v . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reporting a dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Install and configure the operating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 1. . Copying a dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Running stand-alone diagnostics from CD . Step 6. . . . . . . . .Troubleshooting firmware fixes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Performing a system dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the control panel to perform a service processor dump Using the ASMI to perform a service processor dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 2. . . . . . Running the online diagnostics in concurrent mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the AIX command line to copy a dump . . Install the server firmware through the USB port on the service processor assembly . Using the AIX command line to delete a dump . . . . . . 115 Setting up AIX or Linux to connect to service and support . . . . . . . . . . . Configure Electronic Service Agent for Linux . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Verify that the fix installed correctly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Configure Electronic Service Agent for AIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Performing dumps . Performing a service processor dump . . . . . . . . . . . Step 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Configure the service processor . . Message regarding a server that was previously managed by an HMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 103 103 104 104 105 105 105 107 109 109 110 110 111 111 111 112 112 112 112 112 113 113 113 113 113 114 114 114 Connecting to service and support . . . . . . . . Apply the server firmware fix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Linux command line to copy a dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the AIX command line to report a dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Complete prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Running the online and stand-alone diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . Running stand-alone diagnostics . . . . Running stand-alone diagnostics from a Network Installation Performing a slow boot . . . . . . . Running the online diagnostics in maintenance mode . . . . . . . . . . . Step 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the USB port on the service processor to install firmware on a system that is not managed by an HMC Download the server firmware update and copy it to a USB flash drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . Activate Electronic Service Agent for AIX or Linux . . . . . . Ensure that your physical network is set up correctly Step 4. . . . . . . . Decide on your connectivity method . . . . . . . . 101 Supporting diagnostics . . . Step 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Obtaining server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux when you are unable to start the operating system or server . . Managing dumps . . . . . Using the control panel to perform a slow boot . . Install Electronic Service Agent for AIX or Linux . . . . . . . . . . Running the online diagnostics in service mode . . . . . . . . . . Obtain the Microcode Update Files & Discovery Tool CD . . . . . . . . . . . Determine the existing level of firmware . . . 101 . . . . . . . . . Step 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 7. . . Step 4. . . Using the control panel to perform a system dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Using the control panel to collect reference codes and system information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 96 96 97 97 97 98 99 99 99 Collecting reference codes and system information . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Linux command line to delete a dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the ASMI menus to perform a slow boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using AIX tools to collect reference codes and system information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Running the online diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the ASMI to perform a system dump . . . . . . . . . . . . Management server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Obtain or verify an ID . . . . . 115 115 115 116 116 116 117 117 118 119 120 vi System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Verify that the firmware installed correctly . . . . . . . . . . . Selecting testing options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Linux command line to report a dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 3. Deleting a dump . . . Step 9. . . . . . . . . . . 96 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Send a test problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Collect and send service information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 127 127 130 Contents vii . . . 120 121 121 121 Appendix. . . . . 123 Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electronic emission notices Class A Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accessibility features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Step 11. . . . Step 13. . . . . . . . . . . Terms and conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Authorize users to view service information Step 12. . . Contacting IBM service and support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . (C026) CAUTION: Data processing environments can contain equipment transmitting on system links with laser modules that operate at greater than Class 1 power levels.S. You should also refer to the booklet any time you do not clearly understand any safety information in the U. they are certified to be in compliance with IEC 60825 as a class 1 laser product.S. For this reason.Safety and environmental notices Safety notices may be printed throughout this guide: v DANGER notices call attention to a situation that is potentially lethal or extremely hazardous to people. you must first become familiar with the related safety information in the booklet. system.S. v Use of the controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure. 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How to send your comments Your feedback is important in helping to provide the most accurate and highest quality information.com/servers/resourcelink. and setting up a service environment.About this publication This publication provides system administrators and system operators with information about using the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) and managing a nonpartitioned system. and the specific location of the text you are commenting on (for example.ibm. xiv System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . © Copyright IBM Corp. The ASCII interface to the ASMI is not available during initial program load or run time. see “Starting the system management services” on page 67. The ASCII interface to the ASMI provides a subset of the ASMI functions that are available using the Web interface. Controlling the system power using the control panel Learn how to start or stop a system using the control panel. Before you press the power button on the control panel. To get started using the SMS menus. you must connect the server to a terminal and apply power. ASCII terminal The ASCII terminal is connected to the server through a serial link. ensure that power is connected to the system unit as follows: v All system power cables are connected to a power source. if necessary. open the front rack door. follow these steps: 1. To use the graphics terminal. open the front door. Use the menus to view information about your system and to perform tasks such as changing the boot list and setting the network parameters. plug the graphics adapter into a PCI slot in the back of the server. For instructions. You can power the system on and off using the power button on the control panel (operator panel) or the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI). and mouse to the adapter to use the terminal. Connecting to a terminal Connect your server to an ASCII terminal or a graphics terminal to interface with the system management services (SMS) menus. Start a system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console You can use the power button or the Advanced System Management Interface to start a system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console. To start a system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console (HMC). 2.Getting started To get started with the operation of a system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console (HMC). On a stand-alone system unit. Graphics terminal The graphics terminal is available to users who want to use a graphical user interface (GUI) to their AIX® or Linux® servers. see “Starting the system management services” on page 67. and the ASCII interface is available only when the server is in the platform standby state. You can connect a standard monitor. This connection allows you to access the SMS menus. Controlling the system power Learn how to control the system power using the power button on the control panel and the ASMI. See “Accessing the ASMI using an ASCII terminal” on page 13 to set up the ASCII terminal for direct or remote access to the ASMI. On a rack-mounted system unit. 2007 1 . This connection also allows you to access the SMS menus. keyboard. Connect your server to an ASCII terminal to interface with the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI). on the control panel. as shown in the following figure. 4. also referred to as checkpoints. v The top of the display D. shows 01 V=F. indicating that system power is on. Failure to do so can result in the loss of data. Ensure that the operating system is stopped. Ensure that all jobs are completed and end all applications. v Progress indicators. do the following: 1. Tip: The system attention light G.v The power-on light F. Prepare to stop the system Before you stop the system. v Set up access to the ASMI. Stop the system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console You might need to stop the system to perform another task. as shown in the following figure. Observe the following after pressing the power button: v The power-on light begins to blink faster. is slowly blinking. v Start the system using the ASMI. For instructions. v The system cooling fans are activated after approximately 30 seconds and begin to accelerate to operating speed. use the following to start the system using the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI). appear on the control panel display while the system is being started. as shown in the previous figure. 3. The power-on light on the control panel stops blinking and remains on. 2 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . 2. 3. The following procedure describes how to stop a system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console (HMC). Tip: If pressing the power button does not start the system. as shown in the previous figure. Press the power button A. see “Powering the system on and off” on page 5. Record the IPL type and IPL mode from the control panel display to help you return the system to this state when the installation or replacement procedure is completed. For instructions. Use these instructions to stop the system using the power button or Advanced System Management Interface. does not appear on the control panel on the model 9117-MMA. see “Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI)” on page 9. and the system goes into a standby state. 4. v If your system is running i5/OS®. type PWRDWNSYS. Set the power switches of any devices connected to the system to off. Then. v If your system is running Linux.Stop the system To stop a system. such as printers and expansion units. At the command line. Before continuing with this procedure. Log in to the system as a user with the authority to run the shutdown or pwrdwnsys (Power Down System) command. 3. the power-on light begins to slowly blink. The command stops the operating system. use the PWRDWNSYS command to power down each of the secondary partitions. Unplug any power cables that are attached to the unit from electrical outlets. 2. follow these steps: 1. The system power turns off. enter one of the following commands: v If your system is running AIX. If your system is partitioned. Ensure that you unplug power cables from peripheral devices. use the PWRDWNSYS command to power down the primary partition. ensure that all power sources to the system have been completely disconnected. type shutdown. type shutdown -h now. Important: The system might be equipped with a second power supply. (L003) or Getting started 3 . A new DPO-FPO separation count of 10 seconds is started. or if you press and hold the power button while a DPO is in progress. set the system operating mode to manual mode. The separation count is used to distinguish a DPO from an FPO.Initiating a delayed power off (DPO) You can use the power button on the control panel to initiate the delayed power off (DPO) feature. and the DPO continues. the FPO countdown begins again and A1008009 is displayed. If you continue to press the power button after the DPO-FPO separation interval has expired. During this interval. 2. set the system to manual operating mode. If necessary. Attention: Using the power button on the control panel to power off the system might cause unpredictable results in the data files. A100800A is displayed and the FPO is initiated. release the power button before the countdown reaches zero. DPO progress system reference codes are displayed. See “Putting the physical control panel in manual operating mode” on page 50. the FPO is canceled. Press and hold the power button on the control panel for four seconds. followed by the countdown time. Continue to press and hold the power button for 10 seconds until the DPO-FPO separation count reaches zero. 4 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . After one second a countdown time is displayed. do the following: 1. Continue to press and hold the power button until the countdown time reaches zero. no countdown time is displayed. To initiate a delayed power off (DPO). The default countdown time is four seconds. and the next IPL will take longer to complete. and the power-off function is not initiated. and the next IPL will take longer to complete. If the power button is depressed for less than one second. Controlling the system power using the ASMI Use the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) to manually and automatically control the system power. This action is equivalent to entering a function 08. and then release the power button. 2. Attention: Using the power button on the control panel to power off the system might cause unpredictable results in the data files. do the following: 1. Initiating a fast power off (FPO) You can use the power button on the control panel to initiate the fast power off (FPO) feature. To initiate a fast power off (FPO). Continue to press and hold the power button until the countdown time reaches zero and until after the delayed power off (DPO) is initiated. Some servers do not respond to the power-off sequence unless the system is in manual operating mode. When the FPO count expires. To cancel the DPO before it starts. If necessary. Some servers do not respond to the power-off sequence unless the system is in manual operating mode. 3. and then release the power button. Press and hold the power button on the control panel for four seconds. The default countdown time is four seconds. The DPO is initiated. After one second. See “Putting the physical control panel in manual operating mode” on page 50. If you release the power button during the DPO-FPO separation count. a countdown time is displayed. Activation codes are available only if the system is not managed by an HMC or the Integrated Virtualization Manager. Firmware is an integral part of the server that is stored in flash memory. or T side. Hyper This option is available only when hyperboot is enabled. this speed setting should only be used if there have not been any hardware changes since the last system boot. Set the following desired boot settings. including minimizing the initialization of the processor subsystem. and a temporary firmware boot side. does not run partitions. You can start and shut down the system in addition to setting IPL options. specify your user ID and password. 3. To perform these operations. you must agree that any hardware changes require the processor subsystem to be rebooted with the Slow boot speed selected. Getting started 5 . your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider Several IPL options that you can set pertain to the server firmware. and the full memory test is run. The majority of the initial program load (IPL) diagnostics are skipped. and main store data.Powering the system on and off View and customize various initial program load (IPL) parameters. and cached data is used for VPD. This server has a permanent firmware boot side. system configuration. Its main purpose is to bring the server to a state where it is ready to operate. The firmware is code that automatically starts when the server is turned on. 2. Extreme boot also takes measures to boot the system as quickly as possible. whose contents are preserved when the system is powered off. perform the following steps: On the ASMI Welcome pane. view and change IPL settings. When updating the firmware. expand Power/Restart Control and select Power On/Off System. In the navigation area. In addition. Several IPL diagnostic test are skipped. Test firmware updates by booting from the temporary side before being copied into the permanent side. and click Log In. and a shorter memory test is run. the system might not function correctly. When the new level of firmware has been approved. Since there is minimal VPD verification that the hardware is the same as the previous boot. To 1. Firmware boot side for next boot Select the side from which the firmware boots the next time: Permanent or Temporary. which means the server is ready to install or boot an operating system. An activation code is required to select this boot speed because extreme boot eliminates all hardware (VPD) verification. You can view the server’s current firmware level on the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) Welcome pane. install new levels of firmware on the temporary side first to test the compatibility with your applications. System boot speed Select the speed for the next boot: Slow Fast All IPL diagnostic tests are run. otherwise. Extreme This option is available only when hyperboot is enabled. and does not have input/output (I/O) towers attached. or P side. Firmware also enables the handling of exception conditions in the hardware and provides extensions to the functions of the server hardware platform. copy it to the permanent side. The power-on option is available only if the system is powered off. In the navigation area. 2. The system power off policy is a system parameter that controls the system’s behavior when the last partition (or the only partition in the case of a system that is not managed by an HMC) is powered off. When the system restarts. To perform this operation. Select either Default.System operating mode Select the operating mode: Manual or Normal. and turn the server firmware on or off. and enables the power button. If the system is managed by an HMC. such as auto-power restart. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To set the auto-power restart function. To use auto-power restart. For information about setting the system operating mode. 4. see “Powering the system on and off” on page 5. or i5/OS. Boot to system server firmware Select the state for the server firmware: Standby or Running. When the hyperboot feature is activated by entering the activation code. Select the i5/OS partition mode for the next system boot. i5/OS partition mode boot This option is available only when the system is not managed by an HMC. Setting auto-power restart Enable or disable the function that automatically restarts the system. it returns to the state it was in at the time of the power loss. it starts in hyperboot mode. AIX/Linux. Perform one of the following steps: v Click Save settings to save the selected options. All selected options are saved and the system turns on or off. Manual mode overrides various automatic power-on functions. v Click Save settings and power on/off. the system operating mode must be set to normal in the Power On/Off System settings. do the following: 1. When the server is in the server firmware standby state. The power-off option is available only if the system is powered on. 2 2 2 2 2 You can set your system to automatically restart. Any time you restart the system in the enabled state. 6 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . expand Power/Restart Control and select Auto Power Restart. This option is available only if the server firmware is in standby mode. The power state does not change. the mode state initializes in the ASMI and displays Capable until the system is restarted. Default partition environment This option is available only when the default partition is enabled in the server firmware on a System i model that is not managed by an HMC. and click Log In. all of the partitions that were running before the power loss are reactivated. The hyperboot mode states are: Capable and Enabled. v Click Save settings and continue server firmware boot to save the selected options. Current hyperboot mode state: This setting is displayed if the hyperboot feature is activated for the system. This function is useful when power has been restored and any backup power supply has recharged after a temporary power failure or after an unexpected power line disturbance that caused the system to shut down. partitions can be set up and activated. System power off policy Select the system power off policy. the system reboots the operating system. specify your user ID and password. After the system has restarted the state changes to Enabled. If the system is not managed by a Hardware Management Console (HMC). On the ASMI Welcome pane. 3. Select either Enable or Disable from the selection list. By default, the state for auto-power restart is Disable. 4. Click Save settings to save the selected options. Performing an immediate power off You can power off your system faster by using the immediate power off option. Typically, this option is used when an emergency power off is needed. The operating system is not notified before the system is powered off. Attention: To avoid experiencing data loss and a longer IPL the next time the system or logical partitions are booted, shut down the operating system prior to performing an immediate power off. To perform this operation, your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. 2. 3. perform an immediate power off, do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane, specify your user ID and password, and click Log In. In the navigation area, expand Power/Restart Control and select Immediate Power Off. Click Continue to perform the operation. Performing a system reboot You can reboot your system without a complete system shutdown. Important: Rebooting the system immediately shuts down all partitions. To perform this operation, your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. 2. 3. perform a system reboot, do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane, specify your user ID and password, and click Log In. In the navigation area, expand Power/Restart Control and select System Reboot. Click Continue to perform the operation. Getting started 7 8 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) Understand how to manage the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI). The Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) is the interface to the service processor that is required to perform general and administrator-level service tasks, such as reading service processor error logs, reading vital product data, setting up the service processor, and controlling the system power. The ASMI might also be referred to as the service processor menus. ASMI requirements Learn about ASMI setup and functionality requirements. To successfully access and use the ASMI, note the following requirements: v The ASMI requires password authentication. v The ASMI provides a Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) Web connection to the service processor. To establish an SSL connection, open your browser using https://. v Supported browsers are Netscape (version 7.1), Microsoft® Internet Explorer (version 6.0), and Opera (version 7.23). Later versions of these browsers cannot be used to access ASMI. JavaScript™ and cookies must be enabled. v Clicking Back in the browser might display outdated data. To display the most up-to-date data, select the desired item from the navigation pane. v The browser-based ASMI is available during all phases of the system operation, including initial program load (IPL) and run time. Some menu options are not available during the system IPL or run time to prevent usage or ownership conflicts if corresponding resources are in use during that phase. v The ASMI that is accessed on a terminal is available only if the system is at platform standby. v All requested input must be provided in English-language characters regardless of the language selected to view the interface. ASMI Authority Levels There are several authority levels for accessing the service processor menus using the ASMI. The following levels of access are supported: General user The menu options presented to the general user are a subset of the options available to the administrator and authorized service provider. Users with general authority can view settings in the ASMI menus. The login ID is general and the default password is general. Administrator The menu options presented to the administrator are a subset of the options available to the authorized service provider. Users with administrator authority can write to persistent storage, and view and change settings that affect the server’s behavior. The first time a user logs into the ASMI after the server is installed, a new password must be selected. The login ID is admin and the default password is admin. Authorized service provider This login gives the authorized service provider access to all functions that could be used to gather additional debug information from a failing system, such as viewing persistent storage, and clearing all deconfiguration errors. There are three authorized service provider login IDs: celogin0, celogin1, and celogin2. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2007 9 During the initial administrator and general user logins. celogin1 and celogin2. if you are logged in and not active for 15 minutes. administrator. the admin user can disable. The userid is dev. v To reset the password for celogin1 or celogin2. when you select anything on the current page.v celogin0 is the primary service provider account. If you are an authorized service provider. and authorized service provider IDs. you are returned to the ASMI Welcome pane. If you make five login attempts that are not valid. The default password must be changed the first time the ID is enabled. Development This login is used by support personnel to analyze a system that is failing at a detailed level. if the administrator account is locked. or celogin2 can be used to reset the admin password. see “Changing ASMI passwords” on page 14. view Current users on the ASMI Welcome pane after you log in. Accessing the ASMI You can access the ASMI through a Web browser or an ASCII terminal. if three people are logged in to the ASMI and a person with a higher authority level than one of the current logged in users attempts to log in. The Web interface to the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) is accessible through Microsoft Internet Explorer 6. To see who is logged in to the ASMI. celogin0. Netscape 7. the ID can be used to reset the admin password. you must change the administrator and general user default passwords. Only three users can log in at the same time. However. the only menu option available is Change Password. if necessary. You receive no immediate notification when your session expires. Once a password for the ID is obtained. you cannot change your password. and the password is generated dynamically and must be obtained by calling IBM technical support. The default password for both IDs is celogin. including the maximum number of user logins allowed. This login restriction applies to the general user. v celogin1 and celogin2 are disabled by default. The admin user can also disable and enable these login IDs. The Web interface to the ASMI is available during all phases of system operation including the initial program load (IPL) and run time. For example. In addition. the ASMI forces one of the lowest privileged users to log out. a static password must be set for them. It is enabled by default. or Opera 7. Accessing the ASMI using a Web browser Connect a PC or mobile computer to the server to access the ASMI. and it can enable or disable the other two service provider IDs. If the IDs are enabled. As soon as the ID is re-enabled. if necessary.1. v If enabled. the password will have to be changed. your session expires. In order to gain access to additional ASMI menus. ASMI login restrictions Learn about ASMI login restrictions. It is enabled by default. the general user can still log in using the correct password. For information about how to change your password.0. The Web interface is available during all phases of system operation including the 10 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . celogin1.23 running on a PC or mobile computer connected to the service processor. The login ID is celogin0. then re-enable the ID. This ID has the highest authority. For example. your user account is locked out for five minutes and none of the other accounts are affected. celogin0 can be disabled by the admin user. the password is generated dynamically and must be obtained by calling IBM technical support. and can be disabled by the admin user. 255.initial program load (IPL) and run time. 5. enter one of the following default user IDs and passwords: Table 2. For information.147 in your PC’s or mobile computer’s Web browser. see the Operations Guide for the Hardware Management Console and Managed Systems. 3. Configure the Ethernet interface on the PC or mobile computer to an IP address and subnet mask within the same subnet as the server so that your PC or mobile computer can communicate with the server.255. 6.1. this PC or mobile computer will be temporarily connected directly to the server for setup purposes only. the IP address for your PC or mobile computer could be 169. type https://169. If HMC1 is occupied.0 255.2. Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 11 . 2. complete the following tasks: 1.254. For example.0 IP address 169. However. 8. or Opera 7. you can use any PC or mobile computer on your network that is running Microsoft Internet Explorer 6. this PC or mobile computer will be your ASMI console. Netscape 7.0. After setup. if you connected your PC or mobile computer to HMC1.23 to connect to your server. see “ASMI Authority Levels” on page 9. b. Select a PC or mobile computer that has Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.147 169.0. The following instructions apply to systems that are not connected to an HMC. 4. Default user IDs and passwords for the Web interface User ID general admin Password general admin 7. Change the default password when prompted. If you are managing the server using an HMC. see “Setting the IP address on your PC or mobile computer” on page 12. Connect an Ethernet cable from the PC or mobile computer to the Ethernet port labeled HMC1 on the back of the managed system.255. If you plan to connect your server to your network. complete the following steps: a.3. SA76-0085 . If you do not plan to connect your server to your network. For instructions. connect an Ethernet cable from the PC or mobile computer to the Ethernet port labeled HMC2 on the back of the managed system. If you plan to connect your PC or mobile computer to your network.1.2. Click Network Configuration.23 as your ASMI console. and type the IP address in the Address field of your PC’s or mobile computer’s Web browser.255. expand Network Services. PC or mobile computer network configuration information Server connector HMC1 HMC2 Subnet mask 255.2. if you connected your PC or mobile computer to HMC1.254. To set up the Web browser for direct or remote access to the ASMI. and wait for the control panel to display 01.255. Connect the power cord from the server to a power source. Use the following table to help you determine these values: Table 1.255. When the login display appears. Use Table 1 to determine the IP address of the Ethernet port that your PC or mobile computer is connected to.147 For example.254. Set the gateway IP address to the same IP address as the PC or mobile computer. some of the menu options in the Web interface are unavailable during IPL or run time to prevent usage or ownership conflicts if the system resources are in use during that phase. From the navigation area.254.0. Netscape 7.146 and the subnet mask would be 255. or Opera 7. Note: To verify you are using the correct IP address. This will allow you to restore these settings if you disconnect the PC or mobile computer after setting up the ASMI Web interface.domain name where host name and domain name are the host name and domain name you entered when completing step 8c. fill in the section labeled Network interface eth0. Netscape 7. complete these steps. If your PC or mobile computer is connected to HMC1. 4. 2. Ensure that the following fields are filled in correctly. g.0. On the control panel. Disconnect your PC or mobile computer from the server. Fields and values for network configuration Field Configure this interface? Type of IP address Host name Domain name IP address Value Selected Static Enter a new value. Click Start >Settings >Control Panel. “Changing the time of day” on page 20 on the server. This is a set subnet mask obtained from the network administrator. 12 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems .23. CEC FSP IP address and location. Right-click Local Area Connection. d. Click Save Settings. i. refer to “Configuring network interfaces” on page 31. Click Continue. The following procedures describe setting the IP address on PC and mobile computers running Microsoft Windows® and Linux. perform control panel function 30. fill in the section labeled Network interface eth1. Setting the IP address on your PC or mobile computer To access the ASMI through a Web browser you first need to set the IP address on your PC or mobile computer. f.1. Setting the IP address in Windows XP and Windows 2000 To set the IP address within Windows XP and Windows 2000. Subnet mask Note: For information about the other fields and values. If your PC or mobile computer is connected to HMC2. or Opera 7. 1. double-click Network Connections. Log in to the ASMI. Table 3. Click Properties. h. This is a set IP address obtained from the network administrator.c. e. Enter a new value. Attention: Record the current settings before making any changes. Connect the server to your company network. and type the following in the Address field of your browser: https://host name. 3. Go to any PC or mobile computer on your company network that is running Microsoft Internet Explorer 6. 9. d. complete these steps. The ASMI on an ASCII terminal is not available during the other phases of system operation. Click OK to return to the Local Area Connection Properties window. 1. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). connect the ASCII terminal to system connector S1 on the back of the server or to system port S1 on the control panel using an RJ-45 connector. 6. Attention: Record or print the current settings before making any changes. Select Protocol. This allows you to restore these settings if you disconnect the PC or mobile computer after setting up the ASMI Web interface. and then click Add. Make sure you are logged on as a root user.xxx values are the values from step 4 on page 11 for IP address and Subnet mask.xxx netmask xxx. Subnet mask. and then click Properties.Note: If Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) does not appear in the list. Select Use the Following IP Address.xxx.xxx. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). It is not necessary to restart your PC. c. The ASCII terminal is available only when the system is in the platform standby state. Click Install. Setting the IP address in Linux To set the IP address in Linux. Note: Both system port 1 connections are not available simultaneously.xxx. the other is deactivated. Start a terminal session. Using a cable equipped with a null modem. Click OK on the Local Area Connection Properties window. Type ifconfig eth0 xxx. Accessing the ASMI using an ASCII terminal Connect the ASCII terminal to the server to access the ASMI. including the initial program load (IPL) and run time. It is not available during the initial program load (IPL) or run time. do the following: a. The ASCII interface to the ASMI provides a subset of the Web interface functions. To set up the ASCII terminal for direct or remote access to the ASMI. Press Enter. 3. 8.xxx. 2. You will need the information from step 4 on page 11 in Accessing the ASMI using a Web Browser to complete step 4 in the following procedure. 4. Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 13 . Type ifconfig at the command prompt. 5. 7. 5. and Default gateway fields by using the values in step 4 on page 11 from Accessing the ASMI using a Web Browser. complete the following tasks: 1. where the xxx. b.xxx. when one is connected.xxx. Complete the IP address.xxx. Press a key on the ASCII terminal to allow the service processor to confirm the presence of the ASCII terminal. Change the default password when you are prompted. Does not add a parity bit and is used together with the word length attribute to form the 8–bit data word (byte). Wait for the control panel to display 01. and update the installed languages. view login audits. Default user IDs and passwords for the Web interface User ID general admin Password general admin 7. These attributes are the default settings for the diagnostic programs.200 (bits per second) line speed to communicate with the system unit. Default settings for the diagnostic programs General setup attributes Line speed 3151 /11/31/41 3151 /51/61 settings settings 19. Table 4. 8. administrator. Setting up an ASMI login profile Learn how to change passwords. enter one of the following default user IDs and passwords: Table 5.200 Description Uses the 19. Changing ASMI passwords Change the general user. and HMC access passwords. 4. 14 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . Places a bit after a data word (byte).200 3161 /64 settings 19. Connection for model 570 2. change the default language. Word length (bits) Parity 8 No 8 No 8 No Stop bit 1 1 1 5. Connect the power cord from the server to a power source. Selects eight bits as a data word length (byte).200 19. When the login display appears. “Changing the time of day” on page 20 on the server. For information see “ASMI Authority Levels” on page 9. Be sure your terminal is set according to these attributes before proceeding to the next step. 6. 3. Ensure that your ASCII terminal is set to the following general attributes.Figure 1. To perform this operation. and the default password for the administrator ID is admin. follow these steps: Note: As a security measure. You must provide all requested input in English-language characters regardless of the language selected to view the interface. Changing the default language for the ASMI Select the language that will be used to display the ASMI Web and TTY menus. The right pane displays the login history. the general user and administrator passwords must be changed. 3. This password is not the password for the user ID you want to change. In the navigation area. If you are an administrator. 4. If you are a general user. administrator. retrieve login audits. the change takes effect immediately. 2. expand Login Profile. and the HMC access password. your authority level must be one of the following: v General v Administrator v Authorized service provider Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 15 . you can change your password. and click Log In. specify your user ID and password. you can change your password and the passwords for general user accounts. To perform this operation. If you change this password using the ASMI. Note: You can change the language for each ASMI session by selecting the desired language from the menu found on the ASMI Welcome pane prior to logging in to the ASMI. Passwords can be any combination of up to 64 alphanumeric characters. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. Select Change Password. After your initial login to the ASMI and after the reset toggle jumpers are moved. Select Retrieve Login Audits. If you are an authorized service provider. and click Log In. 2. In the navigation area. The HMC access password is usually set from the HMC during initial login. The default password for the general user ID is general. specify your user ID and password. 1. You can select the language that is displayed on the ASMI welcome screen prior to login and during your ASMI session if you do not choose an alternative language at the time of login. You can view the login history for the ASMI to see the last 20 successful logins and the last 20 logins that failed. follow these steps: On the ASMI Welcome pane. Specify the required information. To change a password. On the ASMI Welcome pane.You can change the general user. you are required to enter the current user’s password into the Current password for current user field. 3. and HMC access passwords. Retrieving ASMI login audits View the login history. you can change only your own password. and click Continue. the passwords for general and administrator user accounts. expand Login Profile. In the navigation area. 2. your authority level must be one of the following: v General v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. English is always installed. Select Update Installed Languages. such as serial numbers and part numbers. 3. A list of field replaceable units (FRUs) that exist on the system and their descriptions are displayed. 3. specify your user ID and password. 4. complete the following steps: On the ASMI Welcome pane. specify your user ID and password. select the desired languages and click Save setting. 4.To 1. In the right pane. Viewing vital product data View selected or all manufacturer’s VPD. By default. your authority level must be one of the following: v General v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. and click Log In. 2. change the default language. Viewing system information View vital product data (VPD). expand System Information and select Vital Product Data. and click Log In. expand Login Profile. Important: Clicking Back in the browser might display outdated data. To perform this operation. view the VPD. and progress indicator data. system power control network (SPCN) trace data. In the navigation area. Note: You must provide all requested input in English-language characters regardless of the language selected to view the interface. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. specify your user ID and password. Languages installation changes take effect when the firmware is updated. To perform this operation. 2. A maximum of five languages can be supported on the service processor at any given time. Select a single FRU or multiple FRUs from this list that you would like to view. select the desired item from the navigation pane. To display the most up-to-date data. Updating installed languages Select additional languages to install on the service processor. Select Change Default Language. expand Login Profile. System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems 16 . update the installed language. and click Log In. You can view manufacturer’s vital product data (VPD) stored from the system boot prior to the one in progress now. follow these steps: On the ASMI Welcome pane. 3. select the desired default language and click Save setting. In the right pane. persistent storage. In the navigation area. which is up to 255 bytes of binary data. Each registry entry is identified by a two-part key. your authority level must be authorized service provider. the TerminalSize key of the esw_menu component is identified as menu/TerminalSize. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To view this trace data. and the second part is the name of the key. To perform this operation. your authority level must be one of the following: Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 17 . Viewing progress indicator from previous boot Learn how to display the boot progress indicator from the previous system boot. and click Log In. You can gather additional debug information from a failing system by viewing the contents of the registry. The term registry key can refer to either the key part of a registry entry or the entire registry entry. In the navigation area. to gather additional debug information. Trace data is displayed as single contiguous data in two columns. expand System Information and select Persistent Storage. On the ASMI Welcome pane.4. View the raw binary data in the left column and an ASCII translation in the right column. expand System Information and select Power Control Network Trace. depending on the context. 2. To perform this operation. To view persistent storage. nothing is displayed. 1 3. select this option only if it is recommended by an authorized service provider. do the following: 1. You can view the progress indicator that displayed in the control panel during the previous failed boot. Producing a trace may take an extended period of time based on your system type and configuration. Viewing system power control network trace View SPCN trace data that was dumped from the processor subsystem or server drawer. Viewing persistent storage Learn how to display the contents of the registry. If this option is selected after a successful boot. 3. 1 2. Click the component names to view a list of registry entries. This delay is due to the amount of time the system requires to query the data. The registry key hierarchy and the contents of any key can be viewed in both ASCII and hexadecimal formats. In the navigation area. During a successful boot. and click Log In. Each registry key also has a value. do the following: 1. Click the desired registry entry to view the contents of a registry entry. Important: Due to the amount of time required to produce a trace. The first part is the component name. You can dump the system power control network (SPCN) trace data from the processor subsystem. For example. To view the component names of the contents of the registry. the previous progress indicator is cleared. specify your user ID and password. or click Display all details to display details for all VPD entries. Click Display Details to display the details for selected FRUs. specify your user ID and password. or server drawer. 4. On the ASMI Welcome pane. viewing system identification information. and click Log In. the small box is displayed but remains empty. view the progress indicator from the previous boot. Viewing real-time progress indicator You can view the progress and error codes that currently display on the control panel. Select Previous Boot Progress Indicator. Select the desired progress indicator to view additional details and click Show Details. Select Real-time Progress Indicator to display a small box that contains the current progress and error codes. To perform this operation. In the navigation area. To 1. If the system is powered off using the power-on button on the control panel. If no value is currently on the control panel. 4. Select Progress Indicator History. such as enabling PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) error injection policies. If the ac power is disconnected from the system. your authority level must be one of the following: v General v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. and click Log In. perform the following task: 1. Viewing progress and error codes is useful when diagnosing boot-related issues. Changing system configuration View and perform custom system configurations. 3. perform the following task: On the ASMI Welcome pane. and changing memory configuration. expand System Information. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. this information is lost. 2. and click Log In. specify your user ID and password. expand System Information. 3. this information is retained. expand System Information. 18 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems .v General v Administrator v Authorized service provider The progress indicator information is stored in nonvolatile memory. 2. your authority level must be one of the following: v General v Administrator v Authorized service provider To view the progress indicator. specify your user ID and password. Viewing progress indicator history You can view progress codes that appeared in the control panel display during the last boot. On the ASMI Welcome pane. specify your user ID and password. 3. The progress indicator codes are listed from top (latest) to bottom (earliest). view the progress indicator history. To perform this operation. 2. In the navigation area. The codes display in reverse chronological order. In the navigation area. The results are displayed in the right pane. and the machine type and model of each enclosure in the system. 3. 2. In the navigation area. v Update the power control network identifier. the status frame does not reflect the change. 4. It does not have to follow the initialized format. Enter the desired system name using the previous naming convention. you can configure I/O enclosure attributes as follows: v List the status. power control network identifier. and the machine type and model of each enclosure.Changing system name You can change the name that is used to identify the system. v Remove rack and unit addresses for all inactive enclosures in the system. This name helps your support team (for example. To perform this operation. such as the HMC. The new system name is displayed in the status frame. the area where the logout button is located. and click Log In. Configuring I/O enclosures View and change various enclosure attributes. Select System Name. To perform this operation. location code. expand System Configuration and select Configure I/O Enclosures. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider The system name is initialized to the 31-character value Server-tttt-mmm-SNooooooo. your system administrator. v Change the identification indicator state on each enclosure to identify or off. In the navigation area. is used to change the system name. expand System Configuration. network administrator. Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 19 . v Change the identification indicator state of the SPCN firmware in a enclosure to Enable or Disable. and history of your server. or authorized service provider) to more quickly identify the location. If another method. To change the system name. 2. rack address. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To configure I/O enclosures. do the following: 1. specify your user ID and password. configuration. unit address. After the server firmware has reached the standby state. On the ASMI Welcome pane. do the following: 1. Click Save settings to update the system name to the new value. where the substitution characters mean the following: Characters tttt mmm ooooooo Description Machine type Model number Serial number The system name can be changed to any valid ASCII string. enclosure serial number. 1 For information about performing firmware updates from the HMC. click Save setting to complete the operation. day. see Operations Guide for the Hardware 1 Management Console and Managed Systems. and click Log In. 4. see “Obtaining fixes” on page 83 Enabling PCI error injection policy Change the PCI error injection policy that forces errors to be injected to PCI cards. If your server does not have an HMC attached.3. You can display and change the system’s current date and time. independent software vendors who develop device drivers can inject errors to test the error handling code in the device driver. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider Note: You can change the time of day only when the system is powered off. The time is stored as UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). Updating firmware on IBM System p models If your server has an HMC attached. 20 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . Changing the time of day Display and change the time and date stored by the system. You can enable or disable the injection of errors on the PCI bus. expand System Configuration. Important: These options are only valid if your server is managed by a Hardware Management Console (HMC). If you select Change settings. For information about performing firmware updates when you do not have an HMC. minutes. Select Time of Day. change the time of day. 2. and year) and time (hours. the HMC must be used to perform the update. Change either the date value or the time value or both. formerly expressed as Greenwich mean time (GMT). You can change the source for firmware updates. Select the enclosure and the desired operation. In the navigation area. specify your user ID and password. The system reboots immediately to apply the update. The firmware update must be initiated from the HMC concurrently (while the system is running). For example. and click Save settings. To 1. 3. The date and time can only be changed when the system is powered off. the firmware update can only be performed from the HMC. If the system is powered off. if you choose the HMC as the source for a firmware update. The HMC performs all tasks to update the server firmware. otherwise the default source for installing firmware updates is the operating system and setting the source using this method is ignored by the server. To perform this operation. but the update will not be applied until the server is rebooted. Changing firmware update policy Configure your system to only allow firmware updates from the selected source. the right pane displays a form that shows the current date (month. SA76-0085 . do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. the firmware update must be performed from the operating system. seconds). For example. To enable or disable the PCI error injection policy. do the following: 1. 2. and click Log In. Click Remove connection. By default. Select Monitoring. To 1. 3. Monitoring does not take effect until the next time the operating system is started. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider Note: To inject errors. All connection monitoring fields are enabled by default. 2. 3. your authority level must be an authorized service provider. Configuring monitoring Configure the server firmware and HMC monitoring. If you want to perform a task that requires all HMCs to be disconnected from the managed system. specify your user ID and password. 2. you can remove the HMC connection data prior to the 14-day period. Changing the interposer plug count View and change the multiple chip module (MCM) interposer plug count. HMC connection data expires on the managed system after 14 days of disconnection from the HMC. expand System Configuration. 4. Click Save settings. 4. specify your user ID and password. To configure monitoring. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. Select the desired HMC. On the ASMI Welcome pane. 4. Select Hardware Management Consoles. 5. 5. In the navigation area.To perform this operation. In the navigation area. To disconnect an HMC. Click Save settings. To disconnect an HMC. 3. specify your user ID and password. your authority level must be an authorized service provider. expand System Configuration. Removing HMC connection data Display and remove disconnected HMC data. Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 21 . Select Enabled or Disabled for the server firmware and HMC. and click Log In. configure monitoring. In the navigation area. expand System Configuration. 5. Select PCI Error Injection Policy. select Enabled or Disabled. and click Log In. Monitoring is accomplished by periodic samplings called heartbeats. which can detect an HMC or server firmware connection failure. do the following: 1. On the ASMI Welcome pane. you must have special hardware in addition to having advanced PCI bus knowledge. In the right pane. On the ASMI Welcome pane. the firmware returns a message indicating that this option is not applicable to your system. 2 2 2 2 2 You can set various policies to deconfigure processors and memory in certain situations. Each interposer is identified by location code. Select I/O Adapter Enlarged Capacity. expand System Configuration. You can enable policies that will deconfigure the processor when failures occur. and click Log In. Whenever a service action is performed on a system that requires the replacement or reseating of an MCM. specific PCI slots receive the largest memory-mapped address spaces that are available. Note: The Interposer Plug Count option is supported only on certain system types and models. specify your user ID and password. Deconfiguring hardware Set deconfiguration policies. 2. 2. The current plug count is displayed in the text edit field for each MCM interposer. and clear all deconfiguration errors. expand System Configuration. To perform this operation. change processor configuration. 5. 5. You can also enable the firmware to power off a processing unit (node) for concurrent maintenance when any of the resources in that node are deconfigured. change memory configuration. Click Save settings. floating point failure. service personnel are responsible for updating the plug count for that interposer. If your server does not support this option and you select this option from the menu. You can use the ASMI to view and alter the interposer plug count for all MCMs in the system. Select Interposer Plug Count. do the following: 1. your authority level must be authorized service provider. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. In the navigation area. In the right pane. When the I/O Adapter Enlarged Capacity option is enabled. 22 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . functional failure. view deconfigured resources. select Enabled or Disabled. 3. Enabling I/O adapter memory allocation Increase the amount of PCI memory space allocated to specified PCI slots. Setting deconfiguration policies Set various processor and memory configuration and deconfiguration policies. or system bus failure. 4. To view and modify the interposer plug count. This interposer plug count provides you with information needed to prevent field problems due to damaged or overused interposers. To perform this operation. specify your user ID and password.You can track the number of times that a multiple chip module (MCM) has been replaced or reseated on a given interposer. In the navigation area. Type a new value into the text field to change the plug count. and click Log In. 4. A report page displays the new value. 3. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. enable or disable I/O adapter memory allocation. Click Save settings. You can increase the amount of I/O adapter memory for specified PCI slots. correctable errors generated by a processor exceeding the threshold). such as a predictive failure (for example. In the right pane. To perform this operation. specify your user ID and password. and the failure can be isolated specifically to that processor (as determined by the processor run-time diagnostics in the service processor firmware). the service processor does not configure processors that are marked deconfigured. In the navigation area. your authority level must be one of the following (any user can view the deconfiguration policies): v Administrator v Authorized service provider To set deconfiguration policies. During system start time. 3. are reported to the authorized service provider as a diagnostic call out for service repair. Select Processor Deconfiguration. even if intermittent. On the ASMI Welcome pane. The deconfiguration policy also provides the user with the option of manually deconfiguring a processor or re-enabling a previously manually deconfigured processor. 5. This state is displayed as deconfigured by user. 5. On the ASMI Welcome pane. To view or change the processor configuration. and click Log In. processors with a failure history are marked deconfigured to prevent them from being configured on subsequent boots. Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 23 . select a node from the list of nodes displayed. do the following: 1. In the navigation area. A processor is marked deconfigured under the following circumstances: v A processor fails a built-in self-test or power-on self-test testing during boot (as determined by the service processor). 3. or deconfigured if it is not already deconfigured by the system. v A processor reaches a threshold of recovered failures that results in a predictive call to service (as determined by the processor run-time diagnostics in the service processor firmware). 4. To prevent the recurrence of intermittent problems and improve the availability of the system until a scheduled maintenance window. 6. Reboot the system for the changes to take effect. All processor failures that stop the system. The processor remains offline for subsequent reboots until it is replaced or the deconfiguration policy is disabled. Select Deconfiguration Policies. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider Note: The state of the processor can be changed only if the system is powered off. Click Save settings. expand System Configuration and Hardware Deconfiguration. specify your user ID and password. 2. At run time. v A processor causes a machine check or check stop during run time. 4. and click Log In. In the right pane. 2.3 3 3 3 To set the deconfiguration policies. the states of the processors cannot be changed. select Enabled or Disabled for each policy. Click Continue to change the state of each processor to configured. users can view but not change the state of each processor. Changing processor configuration Learn how to display data and change the state for each processor. expand System Configuration and Hardware Deconfiguration. The deconfigured processors are omitted from the hardware configuration. If the deconfiguration policy is disabled. complete the following steps: 1. Click Submit. which indicates success or failure when the state of the memory bank has been changed. Select Memory Deconfiguration. the state of the memory cannot be changed. 2. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. each memory bank will be in one of the following states: v Configured by system (cs) v Manually configured (mc) v Deconfigured by system (ds) v Manually deconfigured (md) With ASMI. users can view. specify your user ID and password. Click Continue to change the state of memory to configured or deconfigured. an error message is displayed.Changing memory configuration Display data for each memory unit and bank. 24 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . the other DIMM in the memory bank automatically becomes deconfigured. 6. In the right pane. you can change the state of the memory bank from cs to md. expand System Configuration and Hardware Deconfiguration. On the ASMI Welcome pane. If memory DIMMs are being monitored for errors. 4. it deconfigures the DIMM with the failure. Select the deconfigured resource that you want to view. from mc to md. specify your user ID and password. in the memory bank. The error type is the cause of memory deconfiguration and applies to the bank in the ds state. To perform this operation. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. To 1. Note: The state of the memory can be changed only if the system is powered off. and click Log In. If the firmware detects a failure. select a node from the list of nodes displayed. view the deconfigured resources. If the deconfiguration policy function is disabled. At run time. the state of each processor. of a DIMM. expand System Configuration and Hardware Deconfiguration. In the navigation area. your authority level must be authorized service provider. 5. or predictive failure. A report page is displayed. and from md to mc for one or more DIMMs. but not change. You can change the state of each bank. Viewing deconfigured resources View the resources deconfigured by the system. In the navigation area. If one DIMM is deconfigured. view or change the memory configuration. and click Log In. If this policy is not enabled and you try to change the state. if it is not already deconfigured by the system. Note: You can change the state of the memory bank only if the deconfiguration policy is enabled for the memory domain. Each memory bank contains two DIMMs (dual inline memory module). Clearing all deconfiguration errors Clear error records for specific or all resources in the system. 3. The error type is displayed only when the bank is in the ds state. as well as the other DIMM. 1 3. 2. service processor card. 2 Note: Your authority level must be an authorized service provider. which allows all virtual I/O connectivity between partitions. In the right pane. only virtual TTY sessions to the Hardware Management Console (HMC) are allowed. 2 2 2 2 You can set a configuration value that enables you to specify the number of virtual Ethernet switches that can be allocated by the system server firmware. and control when to run the floating-point-unit-computation test. You can select All hardware resources or an individual resource. 3. memory. 2 Managing virtual I/O connectivity 2 Use the ASMI to set the policy for virtual input/output connectivity. A value of 0 enables the HMC to control the number of virtual Ethernet switches allocated by the system server firmware. Select either enable or disable to change the setting. record error messages or ensure that the error record data is no longer needed. 2 3. in a more complex environment 2 where you might want the system server firmware to create a larger number of virtual Ethernet switches 2 during platform power-on. expand System Configuration. Click Clear errors for selected hardware resource. 2 4. In the navigation area. Select Clear All Deconfiguration Errors. 2 To set the policy for virtual I/O connections. 2 Specifying this configuration setting enables you to control virtual I/O activity between partitions. you can set this number higher and override the HMC’s control. To 1. 2 Configuring virtual Ethernet environment settings 2 Specify settings to control your virtual Ethernet environment. and then click Virtual I/O Connections. On the ASMI Welcome pane. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. 2. 5. clear all deconfiguration errors. 2 You can configure system firmware settings that enable you to restrict virtual input/output (I/O) 2 connectivity between partitions. 2 Setting the maximum number of virtual Ethernet switches 2 Control the number of virtual Ethernet switches allocated by the system server firmware. In the navigation area. power off the system.The ASMI allows you to clear error records for all or individual system hardware resources that include the processor. and click Log In. You can change this value to specify up to 16 allowable virtual switches. Click Save Settings. Note: Before performing this operation. specify your user ID and password. The 2 policy is set to enabled by default. your authority level must be an authorized service provider. control the number of virtual Ethernet switches allocated by the 2 firmware. expand System Configuration and Hardware Deconfiguration. select the desired hardware resource from the menu. I/O hubs. To clear all deconfiguration errors. complete the following steps: 2 1. specify your user ID and password. 2 2. If this 2 setting is disabled. L2 and L3 cache. and click Log in. Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 25 . otherwise. 2 The default value is generally used for most configurations. However. This value is set to 0 by default. 2 Important: Before you change the policy setting. and clock card. 4. you will lose all error data from the hardware resources. Each virtual Ethernet adapter will be able to communicate only with other virtual Ethernet adapters on the same virtual switch. A virtual Ethernet adapter in virtual slot 4 would be 2 assigned to another switch. do the following: 26 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . In the navigation area. By enabling this option. the processor voltage and clock frequency are set to their nominal values. 6. when a virtual Ethernet adapter is created using the HMC. complete the following steps: On the ASMI Welcome pane. virtual Ethernet adapters in virtual 2 slot 3. In the navigation area. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To control server power consumption. 2 For example. In the right pane. expand System Configuration. The value can be a whole number from 0 to 16. specify your user ID and password. Note: You can enable this option only when the server firmware is at standby or running. To enable this option. On the ASMI Welcome pane. 1 To perform this operation. 1 4. and would not be able to communicate with the adapters in slots 3. The adapter’s virtual slot number will be divided by the number of virtual Ethernet switches. expand System Configuration. and the remainder of this division operation will be used to determine with which switch the adapter will be associated. 4. and click Log in. 2 Running the floating-point-unit-computation test 1 Control the policy of when to run the floating-point-unit-computation test. Enter a value for the Number of Virtual Ethernet Switches. 1 Specifying this configuration setting allows you to control when you want to run this test. specify your user ID and password. 2. and the power consumed by the system will remain at a nominal level. and then click Virtual Ethernet Switches. 1 1 3. complete the following steps: 1 1.2 2 2 2 2 2 After setting this value. Click Save Settings to save the configuration. 2 Important: Before you change the value for the number of virtual Ethernet switches. Click Save Settings. 6. your authority level must be one of the following: 1 v Administrator 1 v Authorized service provider 1 To specify when to run this test. select the settings that you want. if you set the number of virtual Ethernet switches to 3. You can set it 1 to run immediately or to run at various times. and 9 are assigned to the same switch. 3. configure the value for virtual Ethernet switches. and then click Floating point unit computation test. the adapter will be connected to a particular virtual switch depending on the virtual slot number chosen during creation. power consumption can be reduced by adjusting the processor voltage and clock frequency. and click Log in. 1 2. and 9. 2 2 2 2 2 2 To 1. If this option is disabled. Controlling server power consumption Control the server power consumption by adjusting the processor voltage and clock frequency. power off the 2 system. In the navigation area. In the right pane. change the system brand. and machine model. Enter the values as specified by service and support. To perform this operation. Table 6. machine type. 4. you will be prompted to enter the system brand. complete the following steps: On the ASMI Welcome pane. this value cannot be changed unless it is ’P0’. Click Save settings. 5. and then only to ’D0’. specify your user ID and password. Your system brand setting and the following notice are displayed: Attention: Once set. each of the systems that constitutes the storage facility must be set to D0 for storage to be accessible online. specify your user ID and password. Note: You cannot boot the system until valid values are entered for all fields. expand System Configuration and click Power Management Mode Setup. for IBM Storage. Click Continue. On the ASMI Welcome pane. Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 27 . Click Save settings to update the system brand and save it to the VPD. 4. In the navigation area. You can set the system-unique ID. 2. and system enclosure type. or if the current value is P0 and the new value will be D0. 2. contact your next level of support.1. Use this procedure only under the direction of service and support. If you do not know the system-unique ID. 3. and click Log In. System brand values System brand D0 P0 Description IBM Storage IBM System p Changing the system brand is only allowed if the value has not been set. machine type. select Enabled or Disabled. 3. and system enclosure type. and click Log In. Setting the system identifiers Set the system-unique ID. Additionally. Note: You cannot boot the system until valid values are entered for the system brand. and machine model. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. system serial number. your authority level must be administrator or authorized service provider. serial number. expand System Configuration and Program Vital Product Data. Programming vital product data The ASMI allows you to program the system vital product data (VPD) such as system brand. Select System Brand. To access any of the VPD-related panels. system identifiers. system identifiers. Setting the system brand Set and view the system brand. In the right pane. The system brand identifies your system using a 2-character system brand as shown in the following table. the current system brand is displayed. If the system brand has not been set. In the navigation area. and machine model using the naming convention shown in the ASMI help. enable enclosure indicators. Changing service indicators Turn off system attention indicator. 3. the system will still operate without updating this information. complete the following steps: On the ASMI Welcome pane. 5. ensure that the enclosure serial number field matches the original value. Note: You cannot boot the system until valid values are entered for all fields in the enclosure-type information. Click Save settings to update the system enclosure type information and save it to the VPD. Updating the enclosure serial field keeps the configuration and error information synchronized. Failure to enter the correct enclosure serial number will result in logical partition mappings being incorrect. change indicators by location code. Set the Reserved field to blank spaces unless directed otherwise by service and support. Enter the desired settings for the Enclosure location. and perform an LED test on the control panel.To perform this operation. which can be found on a label affixed to the unit. The value of the Enclosure serial number field is different from the serial number of the system. For example. Select System Keywords. expand System Configuration → Program Vital Product Data. the current system enclosures are displayed. 4. Feature Code/Sequence Number. In the right pane. and click Log In. when replacing the I/O backplane. Select System Enclosures. You can change these entries only once. and Enclosure serial number fields using the naming convention described in the ASMI help. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider Note: You cannot boot the system until valid values are entered for all fields. and click Log In. Click Save settings to update the system keywords and save them to the VPD. machine type. The data validation panel is displayed. When setting the system enclosure type. 2. you must re-enter the original enclosure serial number into the enclosure serial number field to overwrite the serial number that is recorded for the new I/O backplane. This task must be done using the ASMI. Set the Reserved field to blank spaces unless directed otherwise by service and support. 4. To set the system keywords. 2. In the navigation area. specify your user ID and password. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. 6. In the right pane. 1. specify your user ID and password. Setting the system enclosure type Set values that uniquely identify the type of enclosures attached to the system. 5. To perform this operation. 3. Click Continue. change the system enclosure type. not with the control panel. expand System Configuration and Program Vital Product Data. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. and this information is used by the system when creating the location codes. However. if you do not have access to the ASMI. enter the desired values for the system serial number. which includes your entered settings. 28 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . Enabling enclosure indicators Find out how to display and change FRU indicators within each enclosure. specify your user ID and password. To perform this operation. To perform this operation. 5. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. Enclosures are listed by their location code. enable the enclosure indicator states. click Save settings. 3. Select System Attention Indicator. You can turn on or off the identify indicators in each enclosure. click Turn off all. a processing unit enclosure represents all of the indicators within the processing unit and an I/O enclosure represents all of the indicators within that I/O enclosure. click Turn off system attention indicator. You cannot turn off the enclosure indicator until all FRU indicators within that enclosure are in an off state. A hierarchical relationship exists between FRU indicators and enclosure indicators. In the navigation area. specify your user ID and password. the system attention indicator lights continuously.The service indicators alert you that the system requires attention or service. In the navigation area. expand System Configuration and Service Indicators. Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 29 . 3. an error message is displayed. To turn off all of the indicators for this enclosure. expand System Configuration and Service Indicators. and click Log In. Make the necessary changes to the selection list located next to each location code. 6. Each system has a single system attention indicator. turn off the system attention indicator. When an event occurs that either needs your intervention or that of service and support. The error entry is transmitted to the system level and operating system error logs. It also provides a method for identifying a field-replaceable unit (FRU) or a specific enclosure within the system. For example. The system attention indicator provides a visual signal that the system as a whole requires attention or service. then the corresponding enclosure indicator will change to an identify state automatically. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. If the attempt is unsuccessful. 2. The system attention indicator is turned on when an entry is made in the service processor error log. To save the changes made to the state of one or more FRU indicators. Select the enclosure of choice and click Continue. If any FRU indicator is in an identify state. 4. 4. 2. and click Log In. Select Enclosure Indicators. An enclosure is a group of indicators. Turning off system attention indicator Learn how to turn off the system attention indicator. A report page is displayed indicating success or failure. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. In the right pane. To perform this operation. Changing the logical memory block size You might enhance the managed system performance by manually or automatically changing the logical memory block size. an attempt to set the indicator for the third enclosure is initiated. specify your user ID and password. 3. 2. For example. Select Indicators by Location code. perform the following task: 1. On the Lamp Test pane. expand System Configuration and Service Indicators. Setting performance options You might enhance the performance of your managed system by changing the logical memory block size and increasing the system memory page size. In the navigation area.Changing indicators by location code You can specify the location code of any indicator to view or modify its current state. 6. Select the preferred state from the list. This setting allows the system to set the logical block memory size based on the physical memory available. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. In the right pane. 4. The test changes all indicators to the identify state for a short time (approximately 4 minutes). specify your user ID and password. and click Log In. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To perform an LED test on the control panel. 5. By default. The next level is the base-level location code for that field replaceable unit (FRU). Performing an LED test on the control panel You can perform an LED test on the control panel to determine if one of the LEDs is not functioning properly. The system kernel uses the memory block size to read and write files. 30 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . click Continue to perform the lamp test. expand System Configuration and Service Indicators. This process continues until a FRU is located or no other level is available. the logical memory block size is set to Automatic. 3. In the navigation area. If you provide the wrong location code. You can also manually change the logical memory block size. 2. the advanced system manager attempts to go to the next higher level of the location code. a user types the location code for the FRU located on the second I/O slot of the third enclosure in the system. To perform this operation. If the location code for the second I/O slot is incorrect (the FRU does not exist at this location). and click Log In. enter the location code of the FRU and click Continue. On the ASMI Welcome pane. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. Select Lamp Test. Click Save settings. 4. change the current state of an indicator. In the right pane. specify your user ID and password. Configuring network services Use ASMI to configure network interfaces. Select Logical Memory Block Size. 1 To perform this operation. a large logical memory block size results in the firmware consuming an excessive amount of memory. v On systems with a large amount of memory installed. limit the number of logical memory blocks to 8 K or less. 3. 1 4. In the navigation area. 1 3. 1 You can improve your system performance by setting up the system with larger memory pages.To select a reasonable logical block size for your system. The number and type of interfaces vary according to the specific needs of your system. Firmware must consume at least 1 logical memory block. configure network access. expand Performance Setup. specify your user ID and password. expand Performance Setup. Select System Memory Page Setup. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. As a general rule. set up your system with larger memory pages. your authority level must be one of the following: 1 v Administrator 1 v Authorized service provider 1 To 1 1. and click Log In. 1 configure logical memory block size. a large number of logical memory blocks can cause boot performance problems. Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 31 . To perform this operation. and debug the virtual TTY. As a general rule. In the navigation area. select the logical memory block size to be no greater than 1/8th the size of the system’s physical memory. 1 Performance improvements vary depending on the applications running on your system. 1 5. and click Log In. but the change does not take effect until the system is restarted. select the settings that you want. consider both the performance desired and the physical memory size. Increasing the system memory page size 1 Improve your system performance by setting up the system with larger memory pages. Configuring network interfaces Configure the number and type of network interfaces according to the needs of your system. perform the following task: On the ASMI Welcome pane. In the right pane. Click Save settings. 4. Use the following guidelines when selecting logical block sizes: v On systems with a small amount of memory installed (2 GB or less). You can configure network interfaces on the system. 2. Only change 1 this setting if advised by service and support. 1 2. Because each logical memory block must be managed during boot. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. small logical memory block sizes result in a large number of logical memory blocks. select the logical memory block size and click Save settings. Note: The logical memory block size can be changed at run time. The next screen allows you to verify the IP settings that have been entered. do not perform this operation. 6. 3. On the ASMI Welcome pane. You can specify a list of allowed IP addresses and a list of denied IP addresses. existing network sessions. and click Log In. such as HMC connections. In the navigation area. expand Network Services. To remedy this situation. Because network configuration changes occur immediately. you may not be able to use the ASMI after the changes are made. configure network interfaces. Additional errors might also be logged if the system is powered on. specify your user ID and password. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. specify your user ID and password. Select the box corresponding to the Configure this interface? field of the identified interface. When you configure network access. To perform this operation. and click Log In. The second and third DNS server addresses are optional. 7. expand Network Services. are stopped. 5. In the right pane. Important: If you are attempting to configure a network connection on a multi-drawer system. 2. 4. To perform this operation. 32 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . locate the interface that you want to change. 2. Attention: If incorrect network configuration information is entered. and then click Continue. Click Continue. you must select the primary or secondary service processor. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. default gateway and first DNS server address must be entered. If this box is not selected. you must reset the service processor to the default settings by removing the service processor assembly from the server and moving the reset jumpers. You can change the network configurations when the system is in any state. subnet mask. do the following: 1. Click Save settings to make the changes. Select the Type of IP address from the following options: Static The IP address. Resetting the service processor also resets all user IDs and passwords to their default values. 1 1 Note: Tto reset Network Configuration settings to their default factory settings. Select Network Configuration. If a firmware update is in progress. Configuring network access Specify which IP addresses will be allowed to access the server. Dynamic No additional input is required. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To configure network access.Attention: This operation can be performed when the system is powered on as well as powered off. The new settings must be used to re-establish any network connections. broadcast address. you specify which IP addresses can access the service processor. click Reset Network Configuration. the corresponding field changes are ignored. In the navigation area. In the navigation area. Specify up to 16 addresses each for the list of allowed addresses and the list of denied addresses. In the right pane. a telnet session must be opened to send messages. The partition ID and the session ID parameters must be specified to start communicating. ALL is not allowed in the denied list if the allowed list is empty. DVS allows a maximum of eight open connections. specify your user ID and password. The telnet session must be started and messages must be sent within the time-out period of 15 minutes. The DVS enables communication with the server firmware and partition firmware. Click Save settings to validate the data. interact with DVS using a TCP/IP socket. Debugging the virtual TTY Debug the virtual TTY from the master service processor. 5. After specifying both parameters. External interfaces can send a message to the server firmware and partition firmware through DVS. This communication is bidirectional. The range for both the partition ID and session ID is 0 to 255. External interfaces such as the ASMI and service processor remote application can communicate with the server firmware and partition firmware through DVS. enter the partition and session IDs. and an empty denied list is ignored. To 1. You can also view information about your CoD resources. 4. 2. Using on-demand utilities Activate inactive processors or inactive system memory without restarting your server or interrupting your business. ALL is a valid IP address. expand Network Services. 3. Clients. If both actions are not taken within the time-out period. In the right pane. the IP address field displays the IP address of the server that your browser is running on and that connects to the ASMI. Select Debug Virtual TTY. Click Save settings. and click Log In. To perform this operation. your authority level must be authorized service provider.3. Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 33 . You can gather additional debug information from a failing system by using the debug virtual server (DVS). Select Network Access. Note: The allowed list takes priority over the denied list. such as the ASMI. Capacity on Demand (CoD) allows you to permanently activate inactive processors or inactive system memory without requiring you to restart your server or interrupt your business. Access to the service processor is not allowed if a login is received from an IP address that matches a complete or partial IP address from the denied list. If a login is received from an IP address that matches a complete or partial IP address in the allowed list. Port 30002 on the service processor is used for this communication. 5. 4. DVS uses the partition ID and session ID to distinguish between the server firmware and partition firmware. access to the service processor is granted. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. debug the virtual TTY. the connection is closed. Resume server firmware after CoD activation Resume the booting process of the server firmware after the CoD activation keys are entered. use the HMC to perform the following tasks instead of the ASMI. Select CoD Activation. you must use the ASMI to enter the activation code that you received when you ordered the feature. Click Continue. 3. If you entered the code for Advanced POWER Virtualization. and if there has never been an HMC managing the system. 34 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . and click Log In. Select CoD Order Information. you must order one or more processor or memory activation features. perform the specified operation. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. You then enter the resulting processor or memory-activation key that is provided by your hardware provider to activate your inactive processors or memory. Activate Capacity on Demand or Advanced POWER Virtualization Activate processors or memory permanently with Capacity on Demand. and click Log In. or activate Micro-Partitioning™. 4. complete the following steps: On the ASMI Welcome pane. 4. order processor or memory activation features. 2. If your system did not come with the Advanced POWER™ Virtualization feature enabled. Integrated Virtualization Manager.Important: Use this information if a hardware failure causes the system to lose its Capacity On Demand or Function On Demand purchased capabilities. If you entered the code for Capacity on Demand. Record the information that is displayed. After you determine that you want to permanently activate some or all of your inactive processors or memory. Enter the activation key into the field. expand On Demand Utilities. This activation code also enables Micro-Partitioning™ on the system. Virtual I/O Server. 2. To perform this operation. expand On Demand Utilities. If an HMC is managing the system. 3. you receive an activation key that you use to activate your inactive processors or memory. The server firmware displays the information that is necessary to order a Capacity on Demand activation feature. In the navigation area. To perform this operation. In the navigation area. When you obtain processor or memory activation features. 5. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. and Partition Load Manager functions. the feature is enabled. permanently activate some or all of your inactive processors or memory. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. specify your user ID and password. Order Capacity on Demand Generate the system information that is required when ordering processor or memory activation features. specify your user ID and password. Select CoD Recovery. Select one of the following options for the type of information you want to view: v CoD Processor Information to view information about the CoD processors v CoD Memory Information to view information about available CoD memory v CoD Vet Information to view information about available Virtualization Engine technologies Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 35 . specify your user ID and password. run a Capacity On Demand command. Resuming the server firmware causes the CoD key to become recognized and the hardware to become activated. complete the following steps: On the ASMI Welcome pane. On the ASMI Welcome pane. 3. To perform this operation. view information about CoD resources. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. expand On Demand Utilities. do the following: 1. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. specify your user ID and password. you can view information about the CoD processors. specify your user ID and password. Enter the Capacity On Demand command into the field and click Continue. In the navigation area. and click Log In. 4. 3. and click Log In. 2 2. expand On Demand Utilities. 2 2. As directed by service and support. expand On Demand Utilities. 2 2. This option allows the server to complete the startup process that has been delayed up to one hour in order to place the server into the On Demand Recovery state that was needed to enter the CoD activation keys. 3. In the navigation area. In the navigation area. the memory that is allocated as CoD memory. and click Log In.You can resume the server firmware after the CoD activation keys are entered. To perform this operation. you can run a Capacity On Demand-related command that is sent to the server firmware. and Virtualization Engine™ technology resources. Click Continue to perform the specified operation. The response to the command from the server firmware is displayed. Viewing information about CoD resources View information about a system’s available Capacity on Demand (CoD) resources. 4. When Capacity on Demand (CoD) is activated on your system. To view the CoD resource information. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To resume the server firmware. Use Capacity on Demand commands Run a command that is sent to the server firmware. Select CoD Command. 36 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . and the associated memory that is required. your firmware does not recognize the control panel as being active and you can remove it. 3.v CoD Capability Settings to view information about the CoD capabilities that are enabled Note: You can also view the CoD capability settings from the Hardware Management Console (HMC). one RIO/HSL adapter can be installed at any time without powering off the system. Resetting the service processor again might resolve the problem. SA76-0149 . Select Control Panel. You are asked to specify whether you want to remove or install the control panel. v If you attempt to increase the number of reserved slots. and click Log In. 5. expand Concurrent Maintenance. Important: Consider the following items when using this option: v If you change the slot reservation value. during this procedure. and you will not be able to select from a list of control panel location codes when installing the new control panel. In the navigation area. When the system is shipped from manufacturing. this indicates that there is not enough memory in the system to accommodate your request. Performing this operation prevents your hardware from becoming damaged while replacing the control panel. do the following: 1. To perform this operation. The default value for this option is one slot. 4. 3 3 3 3 Reserving RIO/HSL adapter slots Learn how to request the reservation of RIO/HSL adapter slots. 2. Preparing the control panel Prepare the control panel for concurrent maintenance. As a result. but see after a reboot that you have not been granted all of the requested slots. Attention: Do not reset the service processor. On the ASMI Welcome pane. 6. the system must be rebooted for the change to take affect. specify your user ID and password. You can prepare the control panel for concurrent maintenance by logically isolating the control panel. Click Continue to display a list of all possible control-panel location codes. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider Note: The control panel menu is available only when the system is turned on. To prepare the control panel for concurrent maintenance. or Control Panel Fillers. see Control Panel. After a new control panel is installed. Click to select the appropriate location code of the control panel. so that additional RIO/HSL adapters can be added concurrently at some point in the future. For control-panel removal and replacement procedures. Doing so will result in the vital product data being lost. Click Save settings to perform the selected operation. or remove then reapply power to the system. Using concurrent maintenance utilities Replace devices in your server without having to power off your server. you can change the settings so that the hardware recognizes the new control panel. Signal Cables. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. request the reservation of RIO/HSL adapter slots for concurrent maintenance. expand Concurrent Maintenance. modify the firewall settings to trust the server’s IP address. This might free some system memory when the system is rebooted. your PC or mobile computer does not trust the server as a secure site. complete the following steps: 1. Select RIO/HSL Adapter Slot Reservation. The following table contains information about common problems that might occur while you are trying to access the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) through a Web browser. and learn how to view and customize troubleshooting information using various service aids.v If you do not need additional RIO/HSL adapters. The table also provides common resolutions to those problems. 4. To resolve this problem. you receive a security alert. If you have a firewall on your PC or mobile computer. 2. Troubleshooting Troubleshoot common problems associated with setting up access to the ASMI. specify your user ID and password. To perform this operation. and click Log In. If you receive the error that this page cannot be found. Then. 5. In the navigation area. Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 37 . Table 7. click Yes. Click Save settings to perform the selected operation. select the certificate you want to use when connecting and click OK. Troubleshooting problems when trying to access the ASMI through a Web browser Problem After you enter the server’s IP address in the Web browser. 3. Resolution Usually this means that your PC or mobile computer does not accept the server as a secure site. Troubleshooting problems in accessing the ASMI Troubleshoot common problems associated with setting up access to the ASMI. In the Client Authentication window. On the Security Alert window. you can change the requested number of slots to zero. type the IP address in the Address field of your PC’s or mobile computer’s Web browser. 2. Select the number of RIO/HSL adapter slots you want to reserve. 3. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. 3 Note: Each system port is disabled when a Hardware Management Console (HMC) is attached to the 3 server. From the Tools menu in Microsoft Internet Explorer.0 running on Usually this means that the Use TLS 1. For instructions.Table 7. 2. Resolution 1. To perform this operation. the browser displays an error message stating that it cannot find the IP address that you entered. See Table 1 on page 11 for a list of IP addresses for the server. 2.0 <PC or mobile computer IP address> metric 1. select Internet Options. For example. Troubleshooting the server using service aids View and customize troubleshooting information with various service aids (such as viewing error logs and initiating service processor dumps). Ensure that you entered the correct IP address for the server. your authority level must be one of the following: v General v Administrator v Authorized service provider 38 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . see the Customer-Installable Features for the IBM System p 570 (9117-MMA). You are using Microsoft Internet Explorer 6. complete the following steps: 1. The content of these logs can be useful in solving hardware or server firmware problems. and you cannot access the ASMI. Add a routing entry to the PC or mobile computer so that the PC or mobile computer can locate the server on the network. You can view error and event logs that are generated by various service processor firmware components.255. You are locked out of the ASMI after you enter the default user ID and password either incorrectly or more than five times.0 option in Windows XP. click the Advanced tab. this option must be disabled. and the server is booted beyond the service processor standby state. Troubleshooting problems when trying to access the ASMI through a Web browser (continued) Problem After you enter the server’s IP address in the Web browser. Displaying error and event logs Display a list of all of the error and event logs in the service processor. Ensure that you entered https://<IP address of server> in the Address field of your Web browser. open a command line prompt and type route add <server IP address> mask 255. Clear the Use TLS 1. This task requires removing the service processor card from the server. ASMI. v Use the service processor reset toggle switches to reset the default password and network settings. you have correctly cabled the PC or mobile Microsoft Internet Explorer is enabled. if you are using a PC installed with Windows. 3. To resolve this problem. To connect to the computer to the server.255. From the Internet Options window. SA76-0104. 3.0 check box (in the Security category) and click OK. Reset the default password and network settings to the default settings using one of the following methods: v Ask your authorized service provider to obtain a new login password. refer to Table 5 on page 14. hidden. 4. these errors can be overwritten by other errors logged in the service processor history log. The contents and layout of the full detail output is defined by the event or error logging component. Click Mark as reported to mark platform error entries whose underlying causes have been resolved. the conditions that make an error log specific to that error log type. Error log types Conditions Error log type Informational logs Severity Informational Action Report to operating system (OS) but not hidden Report to OS but not hidden Report to OS. Hidden error logs can be viewed by authorized service providers. Available to all users Miscellaneous Informational Not reported to OS To view error and event logs in summary or full detailed format. any action applies to each selected log. To view the full detail format of any of the logs listed. Note: The Mark as reported button is available only when your authority level is an authorized service provider. When multiple logs are selected. Enabling serial port snoop Specify parameters (including the snoop string) for enabling a serial port (system port) snoop. After they are marked. and the user authority level that will allow you to view specific types of error logs: Table 8. these entries are not reported to the operating system again when the system reboots. as it arrives. The following table shows error log types that might be displayed. The full detail information might span several pages. and the server is booted beyond the service processor standby state. specify your user ID and password. You can also specify the snoop string. If log entries exist. 2. expand System Service Aids and click Error/Event Logs. a particular sequence of bytes that resets the service processor if detected. When enabled. The system port S1 serves as a ″catchall″ reset device. data received on the selected port is examined. a list of error and event log entries is displayed in a summary view. select the log’s corresponding check box and click Show details. or both User availability Available to all users Error logs Hidden logs Not informational Not informational and informational Available to all users Available only to the authorized service provider and users with higher authority. do the following: 1. and click Log In. 3 Note: Each system port is disabled when a Hardware Management Console (HMC) is attached to the 3 server. You can disable or enable a snoop operation on a system port. To perform this operation. error. and miscellaneous logs can be viewed by all authority levels. On the ASMI Welcome pane.Informational. or snooped. 3. By doing so. your authority level must be one of the following: v General v Administrator v Authorized service provider Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 39 . In the navigation area. such as a checkstop or hang. specify your user ID and password. expand System Service Aids and select Serial Port Snoop. Note: After the snoop operation is correctly configured. and click Log In. This information can be used to resolve a hardware or server firmware problem. Note: Use this procedure only under the direction of your service provider. specify your user ID and password. the platform firmware determines whether a dump is recommended. Click Update snoop parameters to update the service processor with the selected values. hardware scan rings. up to 32 bytes. 5. system processor state. To perform this operation. Ensure that the string is not a commonly used string. view and change the current Serial Port Snoop settings. You can initiate a system dump in order to capture overall system information. In the navigation area. Select the policy to determine how much data to dump from the selection list labeled Hardware content. Initiating a system dump Control how frequently a system dump is performed and the amount of data collected from the hardware and server firmware. It does not define what to dump nor the size of the information to be dumped. 2. 5. 4. On the ASMI Welcome pane. and other information. From the selection list labeled Dump policy. The current value displayed is the default. A mixed-case string is recommended. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. at any point after the system is booted to AIX. A system dump can also be automatically initiated after a system malfunction. which is typically only when a specific failure has not been identified. Enter the desired snoop string. Disabled Collects the dump data only when requested by the user. The default is Disabled. Those parameters are controlled by the Hardware content settings. 3. the system uses the service processor reboot policy to restart whenever the reset string is typed on an ASCII terminal attached to system port S1. 2 2 2 2 2 40 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . do the following: Perform a controlled shutdown of the operating system if possible. The dump policy is used whenever a system error condition is automatically detected by the system. This is the default setting. The Dump policy options are the following: Enabled Collects the dump data only when the system processor determines it is necessary. complete the following steps: On the ASMI Welcome pane. 3. into the Snoop string field. configure and initiate a system dump. caches. select the policy to determine when an automatic system dump is collected. based on the type of error that has occurred. 4. 2. Note: The dump policy only defines when a system dump is performed. Disable or enable snooping on system port S1. and click Log In. In addition to the dump policy.To 1. It is typically 34 MB. In the navigation area. This recommendation is combined with the dump policy to determine if a system dump will be initiated. expand System Service Aids and click System dump. reporting. HCA I/O Collects the minimum amount of server firmware data plus the firmware data associated with the host channel adapter (HCA) I/O operations. see “Managing dumps” on page 112. To save the setting changes and instruct the system to immediately process a dump with the current settings. Click Save settings to save the setting changes. This is the default setting. select the content level that indicates the amount of data to dump for the server firmware portion of the system dump. Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 41 .The system firmware makes a recommendation for the dump content based on the type of error that has occurred. the collection of hardware dump data can be time-consuming. In the Server firmware content field. For information about copying. Virtual I/O Collects the minimum amount of server firmware data plus the firmware data associated with I/O operations that do not involve physical I/O devices. you can preserve error data after a service processor application failure. 6. The existing service processor dump is considered valid if neither the server firmware nor Hardware Management Console (HMC) has collected the previous failure data. click Save settings and initiate dump. HPS Cluster Collects the minimum amount of server firmware data plus the firmware data associated with high performance switch (HSP) operations between this server and other servers in the cluster. This setting gives the most complete error coverage but requires more system downtime in relation to the other policies. Physical I/O Collects the minimum amount of server firmware data plus the firmware data associated with physical I/O operations. Use this procedure only under the direction of your hardware service provider. This is the default setting. Maximum Collects the maximum amount of server firmware data. It is expected to be used in rare cases by service providers if you are willing to sacrifice reboot speed for error capture on a first failure. or if difficult problems are being analyzed. or user request for a service processor dump. 7. especially for systems with a large number of processors. Note: If this option is selected. depending on the type of failure. The Server firmware content options are the following: Automatic Collects the minimum amount of data necessary to debug server firmware failures. The Hardware content options are the following: Automatic Collects dump data automatically. Maximum Collects the maximum amount of hardware error data. and deleting the dump. external reset. Initiating a service processor dump Enable or disable the service processor dump in addition to immediately initiating a service processor dump. With this function. This recommendation is combined with the hardware content to determine how much dump data is actually collected. The firmware decides which dump content is best. Configuring a system port for call options Configure a system port for use with the call-home and call-in options. Select either Enable or Disable from the selection list. By default. 2 Important: This feature is not available when the system is managed by an HMC. On the ASMI Welcome pane. The current setting is displayed and the status of an existing service processor dump is displayed as valid or invalid. expand System Service Aids and click Service Processor Dump. reporting. you can preserve error data that can be used to diagnose server firmware or operating system problems. Note: You cannot perform a user-requested service processor dump when this setting is disabled. and click Log In. Select Partition Dump. and the server is booted beyond the service processor standby state. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. and deleting the dump. You can configure a system port used with the call-home and call-in features. expand System Service Aids and click Partition Dump. 4. these menus are 3 not present if the system is managed by an HMC. or if the system has no ports. specify your user ID and password. The state of the operating system is saved on the hard disk and the partition restarts. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. To perform this operation. 3. In the navigation area. do the following: 1. 2. the state is Enable. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider 42 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . To perform this operation. Attention: You might experience data loss when using this operation. Use this procedure only under the direction of your hardware service provider. In the navigation area. To save the setting changes and instruct the system to immediately process a service processor dump with the current settings. For information about copying.To perform this operation. Therefore. and click Log In. Initiating a partition dump Enable or disable the partition dump in addition to immediately initiating a partition dump. see “Managing dumps” on page 112. 2. perform a partition dump. You can also set the baud rate for a system port. By initiating a partition dump. To enable or disable the service processor dump and view the status of the existing service processor dump. Click Save settings to save the setting changes. 3 Note: Each system port is disabled when a Hardware Management Console (HMC) is attached to the 3 server. 3. click Save settings and initiate dump. your authority level must be authorized service provider. This feature is only available on systems not managed by an HMC that have the system server firmware in the Running state. specify your user ID and password. This function can be used when the operating system is in an abnormal wait state or endless loop. Two sections are displayed. which is the system port that is used with the call-in feature. Parity Select the parity for this system port. Modify the fields in the S1 and S2 sections. result codes should be returned (ATQ0). v Modem pager dial command Enter the modem pager dial command. 3 Note: Each system port is disabled when a Hardware Management Console (HMC) is attached to the 3 server. ATDT for tone dialing. expand System Service Aids and click Serial Port Setup. v Modem initialization command This command configures the modem for the required behavior. v Modem dial command This command is used for dialing a number. For example: ATDT%s. and result codes should be strings (ATV1). configure the modem.%s. 2. To perform this operation. 4800. and the server is booted beyond the service processor standby state. Configuring your modem Configure your modem that is connected to the system port. This command is used to dial a pager. In the navigation area. echo should be disabled (ATE0). specify your user ID and password. If a terminal is attached to this port.To configure a system port. v Modem auto-answer command This command enables the modem to answer incoming calls. complete the following steps: On the ASMI Welcome pane. ATS0=1. which is the system port that is used with the call-home feature. 38400. For example. Character size Select the character size for this system port. expand System Service Aids. This setting is ignored if the modem type is not Custom. The second section is labeled S2. v Modem reset command Enter the command to use to reset the modem to the power-on defaults. The second section is labeled S2. the settings must match. Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 43 . The speeds available are 50. 4. and 115200 bps. complete the following steps: 1.. Modify the appropriate fields in the S1 and S2 sections. The first section is labeled S1. Select Modem Configuration. which is the system port that is used with the call-in feature. 3. 2400. v Modem type Select the supported modem type from the selection list. If a terminal is attached to this port. This setting is ignored if the modem type is not Custom. 3. If a terminal is attached to this port. the settings must match. the settings must match. 300. 57600. Note: Both %s strings are required. This setting is ignored if the modem type is not Custom. Stop bits Select the number of stop bits for this system port. 1200. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1.. If a terminal is attached to this port. 2. In the navigation area. For example. 9600. Click Save settings to save the setting changes. This setting is ignored if the modem type is not Custom. Two sections are displayed. To ensure proper operation.ATH0. which is the system port that is used with the call-home feature. Baud rate Select the baud rate for this system port. the settings must match. 19200. The first section is labeled S1. and click Log In. refer to the readme file in the AIX /usr/samples/syscatch directory. Contact your administration center representative for the correct telephone number to enter. 5. – Number of retries This setting is the number of times the server should retry calls that were unsuccessful. This setting is ignored if the modem type is not Custom. For example. – Customer administration center telephone number This is the number of the system administration center computer (catcher) that receives problem calls from servers. expand System Service Aids. This command is used to disconnect the call. Note: v The modem is required to be configured on each call-in and call-home enabled system port. 3 v Each system port is disabled when a Hardware Management Console (HMC) is attached to the server. Select Call-in/Call-home. Contact your authorized service provider for the correct service center telephone number to enter. The service center usually includes a computer that takes calls from servers with call-out capability. – Pager numeric data Enter the numeric data to be sent during a pager call. On the ASMI Welcome pane. The catcher expects messages in a specific format to which the service processor conforms. set various telephone numbers. specify your user ID and password. Until you have that number. v Call-home policy – Call-home serial port Select a system port for call-home or select Disabled to disable call-home. v Telephone numbers – Service center telephone number This is the number of the service center computer. Click Save settings to save the modem configuration changes. – Call-home dialing policy Select the dialing policy for call-home. Contact your system administrator for the correct telephone number to enter here. Until you have that number. Enter the desired text into the specified fields. – Digital pager telephone number This is the number for a numeric pager carried by someone who responds to problem calls from your server. This computer is referred to as the catcher. and add customer information. +++ATH0. 3 To perform this operation. For more information about the format and catcher computers. In the navigation area. Select First to call the telephone numbers in sequence and to stop at the first successful call-home. 2. You can select which system port is used to call home and to call in. leave this field unassigned. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To configure the call-in and call-home policies. complete the following steps: 1. and click Log In. 3.v Modem disconnect command Enter the modem disconnection command. Configuring the call-home and call-in policy Configure your system to call home and call in. 4. leave this field unassigned. – Call-in serial port Select a system port for call-in or select Disabled to disable call-in. v Customer account 44 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . and the server is booted beyond the service processor standby state. or select All to call all of the telephone numbers. expand System Service Aids.– Customer RETAIN® account number This is the number assigned by your RETAIN service provider for record keeping and billing. Restoring your server to factory settings Restore firmware settings. and passwords to their factory defaults. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. In critical system situations. v Customer company information 5. On the ASMI Welcome pane. Select Call-Home Test. Perform this task only when directed by your service provider. In the navigation area. Leave this field unassigned if your service provider does not use RETAIN. 2. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. expand System Service Aids. – Customer site user ID Enter the user ID for your problem reporting center. Enter your account number. Leave this field unassigned if your service provider does not use RETAIN. – Customer site password Enter the password for your problem reporting center. – Secondary RETAIN server IP address Enter the IP address of the secondary RETAIN server. test your call-home policy configuration. and click Log In. 2. Rebooting the service processor Reboot the service processor. A test of the call-home system is performed as specified by the current port and modem selections. – Customer RETAIN login password Enter the RETAIN account password. – Customer RETAIN login user ID Enter the RETAIN login user ID. such as during system hangs. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To reboot your service processor. you can reboot the service processor. Click Continue to perform the reboot. Click Initiate call-home test. Testing the call-home policy You can test the call-home policy configuration after the modem is installed and configured correctly. To perform this operation. In the navigation area. 3. and click Log In. network configuration. Click Save settings to save changes. 3. – Primary RETAIN server IP address Enter the IP address of the primary RETAIN server. You can reset all the factory settings on your server to the factory default settings. specify your user ID and password. 4. Select Reset Service Processor. 4. or you can choose to reset specific settings by using the following options: v Reset all settings v Reset the service processor settings Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 45 . To perform this operation. do the following: 1. specify your user ID and password. Select Factory Configuration. Attention: Resetting the server firmware settings results in the loss of all of the partition data that is stored on the service processor. restore factory default settings. 3. In the navigation area. Resetting the service processor settings results in the loss of all system settings (such as the HMC access and ASMI passwords. To restore factory default settings. You can enter commands to perform on the service processor. the server firmware settings. whichever type of reset operation that you perform on the primary service processor will also be performed on the secondary service processor. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To 1. Note: If redundant service processors are installed and enabled. Select the options that you want to restore to factory settings. Also. also known as the T side. Currently. specify your user ID and password. and the PCI bus configuration being reset in one operation. and click Log In. As a result.v Reset the server firmware settings v Reset the PCI bus configuration If you choose to reset all settings. Attention: Resetting all settings results in the loss of system settings as described for each option in the preceding paragraphs. also known as the P side. 2. you will lose the system error logs and partition-related information. and hardware deconfiguration policies) that you may have set through user interfaces. your authority level must be an authorized service provider. Resetting the PCI bus configuration results in the following sequence of events: v The service processor instructs the server firmware to power on and enter into a standby state. no syntactical validation is performed on the command string that is entered. 5. do the following: On the ASMI Welcome pane. On the ASMI Welcome pane. To enter service processor commands. ensure that the command is entered correctly before initiating the action. v The server firmware then powers off and the service processor is in the standby state. Click Continue. expand System Service Aids. This operation can be performed only if the identical level of firmware exists on both the permanent firmware boot side. time of day. 46 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . Entering service processor commands Enter commands to perform on the service processor. do the following: 1. make sure you have manually recorded all settings that need to be preserved. 4. v When the server firmware has entered into the standby state. network configuration. Before you reset all settings. and the temporary firmware boot side. the PCI bus configuration settings are cleared. specify your user ID and password. and click Log In. all three of these actions are performed resulting in the service processor settings. The service processor reboots after all settings have been reset. To perform this operation. Attention: Reset your server settings to the factory default only when directed by your service provider. The detailed error log entry can also be viewed. expand System Service Aids. In the navigation area. In the navigation area. uncorrectable) is also displayed. 4. specify your user ID and password. reset the service processor. your authority level must be one of the following: v Administrator v Authorized service provider To view a list of the deconfigured resources. 2.2. diagnostic. Click Execute to perform the command on the service processor. expand System Service Aids and click Deconfigured Resources. 5. For each deconfigured hardware resource. Managing the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) 47 . Viewing resources deconfigured using the guard function View a list of the hardware resources that have been deconfigured by the guard function of the system processor. do the following: 1. On the ASMI Welcome pane. Enter a valid command that does not exceed 80 characters. 3. and click Log In. predictive. the type of error that caused the deconfiguration (for example. To view this information. Select Service Processor Command Line. Note: Entering a command that is not valid might hang the system. If this condition occurs. 48 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . v A constant light indicates full system power to the unit. 2007 49 . you might observe the blinking intervals speed up. Figure 2. You can use the physical control panel to perform functions such as IPL.Managing the control panel functions The control panel functions allow you to interface with the server. power on. Control panel functions range in complexity from functions that display status (such as IPL speed) to low-level service functions that only service representatives must access. © Copyright IBM Corp. During the transition period. Note: There is approximately a 30-second transition period from the time the power-on button is pressed to when the power LED goes from blinking to solid. G H I Decrement button Enter button Increment button The system attention light is located along the upper right edge of the first drawer. and power off. 570 control panel A B C D E F Power-on button On/off power symbol Serial number label Function/Data display System port (S1) Power LED v A blinking light indicates standby power to the unit. Physical control panel The physical control panel is your initial interface with the server. and firmware IPL mode. Press Enter again to exit function 02. see “Function 02: Select IPL type. system operating mode. as shown in the following example: 0 2 _ _ B _ _ N < _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ P _ _ _ 4. as shown in the following example: 0 2 _ _ B _ _ M < _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ P _ _ _ 5. Used to select the IPL type.This function is available in both normal and manual operating mode. 0 2 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 2. press Enter on the control panel. 3. Control panel function codes Learn about function codes that are displayed on the control panel to indicate status and function options. This function is available only in manual operating mode and when the system power is on. Press Enter again to move to the second character on the function 02 menu. put the control panel in manual operating mode. 6. Table 9. Putting the physical control panel in manual operating mode You must first put the physical control panel in manual operating mode before you can select or activate certain functions. To put the physical control panel in manual operating mode. and select M for manual. 2. To activate the function. Press Enter to start function 02. For information about other options in function 02. Press Enter to select the system operating mode. To display all functions. Select a function number by pressing the Increment (↑) or Decrement (↓) button on the control panel. Use the Increment button to scroll through the system operating modes. 50 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . do the following: 1. This function is available in both normal and manual operating mode. IPL speed override. To activate a control panel function. The control panel is in manual operating mode. Restarts an IPL of the system using the selected IPL parameters.Accessing the control panel functions using the physical control panel Activating a control panel function with the physical control panel is a two-step procedure.” The following table includes descriptions of the primary and customer-extended control panel function codes. Primary and customer-extended control panel (32-character) function codes Function code 01 02 03 Function selected Displays the current IPL parameters. system operating mode. The current system operating mode is displayed with a pointer. See “Putting the physical control panel in manual operating mode. do the following: 1. IPL speed. Use the Increment button to scroll to function 02. and firmware mode” on page 52. Reserved. Displays an SRC on the control panel using up to eight extended SRC data words. Performs a service processor dump. and IPL types. This function is available only when the system is in manual operating mode and the system power is on. Not applicable. Reserved. This function is available in both normal and manual operating mode when an SRC is available. Displays an SRC on the control panel using callout data. This function is available only in the manual operating mode and when activated by the operating system. all displays and indicators are lit. Causes a fast power off. Reserved. Primary and customer-extended control panel (32-character) function codes (continued) Function code 04 05 and 06 07 08 Function selected Performs a lamp test. This function is available in both normal and manual operating mode. This function is available in both normal and manual operating mode when an SRC is available. These functions are available in both normal and manual operating mode when an SRC is available. Displays the machine type and model. Reserved. 09 and 10 11 12 13 14 through 19 20 21 22 23 and 24 25 and 26 27 through 29 30 31 through 33 34 35 through 41 42 43 44 through 54 55 56 through 62 Managing the control panel functions 51 . To perform a system main storage dump. This function is available only in the manual operating mode. Displays an SRC on the control panel using up to four extended SRC data words. Reserved. For more information. This function is available only in the manual operating mode and from power on standby. Reserved. Reserved. This function is available only in the manual operating mode and when activated by the operating system or the service processor. Not applicable. Displays the service processor IP address and port location. including non-hexadecimal characters. Forces a partition dump. This function is available only in the manual operating mode. Displays or changes the platform dump collection policy.Table 9. This function is available in both normal and manual operating mode. Reserved. platform dump hardware content. This function is available in both normal and manual operating mode when an SRC is available. see “Performing dumps” on page 110. Use service switches 1 and 2 to enable or disable functions 50 through 99. and platform dump firmware content settings. These functions are available only in the manual operating mode. Displays a system reference code (SRC) on the control panel using up to 32 ASCII characters. Performs a platform dump. This function is available only in the manual operating mode and from power on standby. VPD card CCIN. Allows you to perform SPCN service functions. see “Stop the system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console” on page 2. Table 9. Valid firmware IPL modes are P and T. Valid IPL speed displays are F. Displays up to the last 25 diagnostic status SRCs. the firmware mode for the next IPL. Primary control panel functions Learn about the primary control panel functions that are available. system operating mode. Table 10. IPL speed override. Function 01: Display selected IPL type. 52 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . V=F. and firmware mode This function allows you to select the IPL type and logical key mode when the system is either powered on or off. system operating mode. Valid system operating modes are M and N. v The valid logical key modes (M or N). Valid OS IPL types are A. and the operating system IPL mode (when enabled). Not applicable. Function 01 on systems without OS IPL enabled Function/Data 0 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 0 1 _ _ A _ _ M _ _ V = F _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ P _ _ _ Action or description Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 01. B. This function displays the following information: v The operating system (OS) IPL types (A. This function is available only in the manual operation mode. This function is available in both normal and manual operating mode. v The firmware mode (P or T). If you cannot find the function code in this chart. C. and IPL speed This function allows you to display the current system operating mode. or D). 0 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll through the control panel functions. H. or V=X). X. and V=X. v The IPL speed (F. Look on the control panel for supplemental unit function code information for the function code that you displayed. V=F. the IPL speed for the next IPL. added features or devices might not have been available when this information was produced. Primary and customer-extended control panel (32-character) function codes (continued) Function code 63 64 65 through 70 71 through 99 Function selected Displays up to the last 25 system status SRCs. V=H. V=H. This function is available only in the manual operation mode. S. Function 02: Select IPL type. X. B. S. Reserved. V=S. C. H. and D. V=S. function 02 is used to select the OS IPL type. v The current system operating mode is displayed. system operating mode. v The current firmware mode is displayed. system operation mode. v The current system operating mode is displayed. and firmware IPL mode on powered-off systems Function/Data 0 2 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Action or description Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 02. Before you can select the IPL speed. Press Enter to select the OS IPL type. and firmware IPL mode on powered-on systems Function/Data 0 2 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 0 2 _ _ A < _ M _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ P _ _ _ Action or description Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 02. system IPL speed. For powered-off systems.This function is available in both normal and manual operating mode. and firmware IPL mode selection sequence for a powered-off system. and firmware IPL mode selection sequence for a powered-on system. Table 11. system operating mode. v The current firmware mode is displayed with a pointer. Function 02: Select IPL type. system operating mode. The following table shows an example of the function 02 OS IPL type. Press Enter to select the firmware IPL mode and exit function 02. v The current system operating mode is displayed with a pointer. or firmware IPL mode. Table 12. function 02 is used to select the operating system (OS) IPL type. v The current firmware mode is displayed. and firmware IPL mode. system IPL speed. 0 2 _ _ B _ _ N < _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ P _ _ _ 0 2 _ _ B _ _ N _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ P < _ _ Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll through the system operating modes. v The current OS IPL type is displayed with a pointer. v The current OS IPL type is displayed. For powered-on systems. v The current OS IPL type is displayed. system IPL speed. the system must be at power on standby. The following table shows an example of the function 02 IPL type. Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll through the control panel functions. 0 2 _ _ B < _ M _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ P _ _ _ 0 2 _ _ B _ _ M < _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ P _ _ _ Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll through the OS IPL types. Press Enter to select the system operating mode. system operating mode. Press Enter to start function 02. system operating mode. Function 02: Select IPL type. 0 2 _ _ B _ _ N _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ T < _ _ 0 2 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 0 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll through the firmware IPL modes. Managing the control panel functions 53 . Function 02: Select IPL type. v The current firmware IPL mode is displayed. 0 2 _ _ B < _ M _ _ _ _ V _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ T _ _ _ 0 2 _ _ B _ _ M < _ _ _ V _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ T _ _ _ Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll through the OS IPL types. system IPL speed. v The current IPL type is displayed. and firmware IPL mode on powered-off systems (continued) Function/Data 0 2 _ _ A < _ M _ _ _ _ V _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ T _ _ _ Action or description Press Enter to start function 02. 1 When you select function 03 and press Enter. 54 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . v The current system operation mode is displayed. Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll through the control panel functions. v The current IPL speed is displayed. v The current firmware IPL mode is displayed. v The current IPL speed is displayed. v The current OS IPL type is displayed with a pointer. v The current system operating mode is displayed with a pointer. v The current IPL type is displayed. v The current IPL speed is displayed with a pointer. 0 2 _ _ B _ _ N _ _ _ _ S _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ P < _ _ 0 2 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 0 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll through the firmware IPL modes. v The current system operating mode is displayed. 1 Notifications are not required prior to restarting the IPL. Press Enter to select the IPL speed. 0 2 _ _ B _ _ N < _ _ _ V _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ T _ _ _ 0 2 _ _ B _ _ N _ _ _ _ V < _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ T _ _ _ Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll through the system operating modes. 1 This function is available only in manual operating mode and when the system power is on. 0 2 _ _ B _ _ N _ _ _ _ S < _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ T _ _ _ 0 2 _ _ B _ _ N _ _ _ _ S _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ T < _ _ Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll through the IPL speeds. v The current firmware IPL mode is displayed. 1 Function 03: Restart IPL 1 This function restarts an IPL of the system using the selected IPL parameters. v The current system operation mode is displayed. Press Enter to select the system operating mode. v The current firmware IPL mode is displayed with a pointer. The restart IPL 1 debounce SRC (A1008003) is displayed. v The current IPL speed is displayed. system operating mode. v The current IPL type is displayed. Press Enter to select the IPL type.Table 12. Press Enter to select the firmware IPL mode and exit function 02. a restart IPL debounce is performed. Signal Cables. Use the following procedure to verify that the lights on the system control panel are working correctly. 1. 3. Function 05 to 06: Reserved This function is reserved. The lamp test continues on the system control panel for four minutes. Managing the control panel functions 55 . or Control Panel Fillers. Do all of the lights and indicators on the system control panel come on? Yes ↓ No Exchange the control panel or the replaceable unit that contains the control panel function [system unit backplane (MB1) or tower card (CB1)]. . Yes ↓ No Exchange the control panel on the expansion unit. or Control Panel Fillers. When you activate the lamp test.Function 04: Lamp test This function shows whether any control panel indicators are burned out and whether characters that are displayed in the Function/Data display on the control panel are valid. v The control panel must be in manual operating mode to access function 07 options. Do the expansion unit control panel lights all come on? Note: The expansion unit control panel lights will be lit for only about 25 seconds after function 04 is entered. SA76-0149 . and then press Enter. Notes: v The system that will display the ID must be powered off with ac power applied. v If you have just restored power to the system. This function is available in both normal and manual operating mode. 07** is displayed. Returning the service processor to standby mode takes a few minutes after the panel appears to be operational. Press the Increment (↑) or Decrement (↓) buttons on the control panel to display function 04. Function 07: SPCN functions This function allows you to perform a System Power Control Network (SPCN) operation. do the following: 1. Power on the system. all of the control panel lights and indicators are lit. To perform an SPCN operation that is controlled by function 07. 2. 4. See Control Panel. Press Enter on the control panel. The lights on the system control panel are working correctly. See Control Panel. SA76-0149 . Select function 07. the service processor must return to standby mode before the control panel functions will work correctly. This function is available only in the manual operating mode and from power on standby. Signal Cables. and then press Enter.2. Displays frame address on all I/O enclosures. Go to step 5. 1 This function is available only when the system is in manual operating mode and the system power is 1 on. For more information Go to step 5. Note: The display on the addressed I/O enclosure is blinking on and off. c. Sets the SPCN configuration ID for a selected frame. Scroll to 07** using the Increment (↑) or Decrement (↓) buttons. Select the function that you want to perform (see Table 13). Use the Increment (↑) or Decrement (↓) buttons to select the second two characters of the frame address of the I/O enclosure. Table 13. 5. Go to step 4. 07nn is displayed. and then press Enter. the display on the addressed I/O enclosure stops blinking and returns to the normal display format. 07nn00 is displayed. Notes: v The display on the addressed I/O enclosure is blinking on and off. power it off. and then press Enter. b. and then press Enter. d. selected frame. Go to step 3. 56 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . After 20 to 30 seconds. where nn is the first byte of the frame address. 3. b. go to the appropriate Service Guide on the Resource Link Web site at http://www. Use the Increment or Decrement buttons (↑↓) to scroll to the appropriate function. Then return to step 1. Displays the SPCN configuration ID number for a 07A8 is displayed. Use the Increment (↑) or Decrement (↓) buttons to select the first two characters of the frame address of the I/O enclosure. 07nn00 is displayed on the selected I/O enclosure. where nn is the second byte of the frame address. where nn is the function that you selected. 07nn00 is displayed. If the system power of the selected I/O enclosure is not in standby mode. 07nn00 is displayed. Ensure that the system power of the selected I/O enclosure is in standby mode. where nn is the configuration ID. Use the Increment (↑) or Decrement (↓) buttons to select the second two characters of the frame address of the I/O enclosure. Press Enter to display 07nn00. 1 Function 08: Fast power off 1 This function allows you to power off the system when it is suspended. e. If you selected function A9 in step 2. This returns the control panel to the normal display. where nn is the second byte of the frame address. 07A9 is displayed. where nn is the first byte of the unit address.com/servers/resourcelink . and then press Enter. complete the following steps to display the configuration of the I/O enclosure: a. 07nn00 is displayed. 4. Use the (↑) or Decrement (↓) buttons to select the first two characters of the frame address of the I/O enclosure to configure. For instructions. If you selected function A8 in step 2. Press Enter. v The configuration ID is the last two characters of the bottom line. SPCN functions in function 07 Function A1 A6 A8 A9 Description Broadcasts a power-on command. complete the following steps to set the configuration of the selected I/O enclosure: a.ibm. Use the Increment (↑) or Decrement (↓) buttons to select the correct configuration ID. see “Collecting reference codes and 1 system information” on page 101. Managing the control panel functions 57 . This function serves as a diagnostic aid that helps you determine the source of a hardware or operating system problem. The second time that you select function 08 and press Enter. including non-hexadecimal characters. an 1 FPO is performed and the system returns to its default display. 1 Attention: Because of the potential for causing a loss of data. function 12 is scrollable.1 The first time that you select function 08 and press Enter. This function is available in both normal and manual operating mode when an SRC is available. do not use this function if you can shut 1 down the system from the operating system. 1 This function is the default SRC display and is available in both normal and manual operating mode 1 when an SRC is available.ibm. Function 12: SRC display (hex words 2-5) 1 This function displays a system reference code (SRC) on the control panel using up to four extended SRC 1 data words to serve as a diagnostic aid that helps you determine the source of a hardware or operating 1 system problem.ibm. 1 Unused words are presented as blanks in the required display. Extended SRC data 1 words are displayed four words at a time. 1 Record SRC information for error reporting. Function 13: SRC display (hex words 6-9) 2 This function displays a system reference code (SRC) on the control panel using up to four more 2 extended SRC data words to serve as a diagnostic aid that helps you determine the source of a hardware 2 or operating system problem. and can be displayed in all display positions. if enabled. 1 Function 11. go to the appropriate System Reference Codes guide on 1 the Resource Link Web site at http://www.com/servers/resourcelink 1 . 1 For more information about interpreting SRCs. For more information. 1 This function is available in both normal and manual operating mode when an SRC is available. 1 Functions 09 to 10: Reserved These functions are reserved. represents the words of the SRC. see “Collecting reference codes and 1 system information” on page 101. 1 For more information about interpreting SRCs.com/servers/resourcelink . 1 Record SRC information for error reporting. performing a fast power off might 1 cause that new password information to be lost. a fast power off (FPO) debounce is performed 1 and the system displays SRC A1008008. 1 1 1 1 1 Function 11: SRC display (ASCII string) This function displays a system reference code (SRC) on the control panel using up to 32 ASCII characters. 1 Note: If you changed the system password at the most recent IPL. go to the appropriate System Reference Codes guide on 1 the Resource Link Web site at http://www. For more information. 1 The extended SRC data words are displayed depending on the number in the SRC. If any extended SRC data words exist. ibm. Functions 14 though 19. Press Enter to select function 14. Up to six different FRU or procedure callout data entries can be presented at the control panel using functions 14 through 19. Unused words are presented as blanks in the required display. go to the appropriate System Reference Codes guide on the Resource Link Web site at http://www. see “Collecting reference codes and system information” on page 101. The following table shows an example of a function 15 procedure callout display selection sequence. Record SRC information for error reporting. Record SRC information for error reporting. For more information about interpreting SRCs.The extended SRC data words are displayed depending on the number in the SRC. Press Enter to select function 15. Functions 14 to 19: SRC display (callouts) These functions display a system reference code (SRC) on the control panel using callout data to serve as a diagnostic aid to help you determine the source of a hardware or operating system problem.com/servers/resourcelink . These functions are available in both normal and manual operating mode when an SRC is available. if enabled. Table 15. The procedure callout data is displayed. display field replaceable unit (FRU) and procedure callout data. Pressing Enter toggles between function and data display. If there are only one to four extended SRC data words. For more information about interpreting SRCs. The following table shows an example of a function 14 FRU callout display selection sequence. Function 15: Procedure callout display selection sequence Function/Data 1 5 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ M_ -FSPSP04_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 5 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Action or description Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 15. If there are five to eight extended SRC data words. Extended SRC data words are displayed four words at a time. function 13 is not scrollable. Pressing Enter toggles between function and data display. The FRU callout data is displayed. One FRU or procedure callout data entry is displayed for each function number. Function 14: FRU callout display selection sequence Function/Data 1 4 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ H_ -PARTNUM_ CCIN_ _ U970305010ABCDE-_ _ _ 1 4 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Action or description Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 14.ibm. For more information. go to the appropriate System Reference Codes guide on the Resource Link Web site at http://www. Multiple FRU and procedure callout data entries can be included with each SRC. Table 14. This data is displayed following any present extended SRC data words. 58 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems .com/servers/resourcelink . function 13 is scrollable. see “Collecting reference codes and system information” on page 101. For more information. Managing the control panel functions 59 . Function 22: Partition dump This function initiates a dump of a partition’s operating system data. Customer-extended panel functions Learn about the customer-extended panel functions that are available. Function 21: Service tool initiation Not applicable. feature code.m m m _ _ _ _ c c c c T T T T T T T T t t t t t t t t The values are indicated as follows: v Values for p indicate the machine type. You must perform two consecutive function 22 selections to initiate a partition dump. model. This function is available only in the manual operating mode and when activated by the operating system. v Values for t indicate the FSP IPL type. and IPL type are displayed in the following format: p p p p . The following table shows an example of function 22. Press Enter to start function 22. v Values for m indicate the machine model. VPD card CCIN.Function 20: System type. the command is rejected. and IPL types. This function is available in both normal and manual operating mode. v Values for c indicate the system VPD card CCIN. Displays the partition dump verification system reference code (SRC). Press Enter to start function 22. v Values for T indicate the CEC IPL type. model. Record this information with the system reference code (SRC). Table 16. Function 22: Initiate a partition dump Function/Data 2 2 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 2 2 _ _ _ _ 0 0 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ A 1 0 0 3 0 2 2 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 2 2 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 2 2 _ _ _ _ 0 0 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Action or description Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 22. The machine type. Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 22. If you select this function and it has not been activated. VPD card CCIN. and IPL type This function displays the machine type and model. Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to select sub-function exit. The following table shows an example of function 30. Press Enter to exit sub-function mode. Functions 31 to 33: Reserved These functions are reserved. To set the service function range (50 to 99). Functions 25 and 26: Service switches 1 and 2 These functions are used to set the service function range (50 to 99). Press Enter to enter sub-function mode. 1 0 5 . Functions 35 to 41: Reserved These functions are reserved. This function is available only in the manual operating mode and from power on standby. Function 30: Service processor IP address and port location Function/Data 3 0 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 3 0 * * _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 3 0 0 0 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Action or description Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 30. Function 30: Service processor IP address and port location This function displays the service processor IP address and port location. use function 25 to set the service representative switch 1. 5 . These functions are available only in the manual operating mode. 2 4 3 _ _ _ _ _ 3 0 * * _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 3 0 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Press Enter to display the selected IP address. and then use function 26 to set the service representative switch 2. 60 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . Functions 27 to 29: Reserved These functions are reserved. Table 17. Function 34: Retry partition dump Not applicable.Functions 23 to 24: Reserved These functions are reserved. Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to select an IP address 00 = SP A: ETH0 (primary enclosure) 01 = SP A: ETH1 (primary enclosure) 02 = SP B: ETH0 (secondary enclosure) 03 = SP B: ETH1 (secondary enclosure) S P _ A : _ E T H O : _ _ _ T 5 9 . You must perform two consecutive function 42 selections to initiate a platform dump. Function 42: Initiate a platform dump Function/Data 4 2 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 4 2 _ _ _ _ 0 0 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ A 1 0 0 3 0 4 2 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 4 2 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 4 2 _ _ _ _ 0 0 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Action or description Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 42. Table 19.Function 42: Platform dump This function initiates a platform dump. You can use function 42 to dump IBM POWER™ hypervisor main storage and hardware data. This function is available only in the manual operating mode. Managing the control panel functions 61 . Displays the confirmation system reference code (SRC). Function 43: Service processor dump This function initiates a service processor dump. Functions 44 to 54: Reserved These functions are reserved. The following table shows an example of function 42: Table 18. The 1 following table shows an example of function 43. This function is available only in the manual operating mode and when activated by the operating system or the service processor. Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 42. Press Enter to confirm. Displays the confirmation SRC. Press Enter to start function 42. Press Enter to start function 42. Function 43: Initiate a service processor dump Function/Data 4 3 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 4 3 0 0 _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ A 1 0 0 3 0 4 3 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 4 3 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 4 3 0 0 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Action or description Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 43. Press Enter to confirm. 1 You must perform two consecutive function 43 selections to initiate a service processor dump. Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 43. Function 55: View the platform dump data 1 Function/Data 1 5 5 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 5 5 * * _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 5 5 0 0 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 1 5 5 0 0 _ xxyyzz_ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 1 1 5 5 * * _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 5 5 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 Action or description Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 55. Function 55: Change the platform dump data 1 Function/Data 1 5 5 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 5 5 * * _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Action or description Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 55. Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to select to view the platform dump variables. Press Enter to enter sub-function mode. 1 This function is available only in the manual operating mode.1 Function 55: View and change platform dump data 1 This function allows you to view and change the platform dump data. 62 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . 1 The following table shows an example of how to change the platform dump data. 1 Table 20. Press Enter to exit sub-function mode. platform dump hardware content. Press Enter to enter sub-function mode. Press Enter to execute selected sub-function. xx = Collection policy yy = Hardware content zz = Firmware content Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to select sub-function exit. 1 Table 21. you can view and change the platform dump collection 1 policy. and platform dump firmware content settings 1 The following table shows an example of how to view the platform dump data. 1 When you select function 55 and press Enter. 01 = Set platform dump collection policy to disable 02 = Set platform dump collection policy to enable 03 = N/A . When you select function 63 and press Enter. Function 55: Change the platform dump data (continued) 1 Function/Data 1 5 5 0 2 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 5 5 0 2 _ 0 0 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 1 5 5 * * _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 5 5 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 1 Action or description Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to select to change the platform dump variable. Function 63: Display system status SRCs This function displays system status SRCs. 00 = Accept FF = Reject Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to select sub-function exit.will always display FF in Line 1 when selected 07 = N/A .will always display FF in Line 1 when selected 04 = Set platform dump hardware content to maximum 05 = Set platform dump hardware content to automatic 06 = N/A . Managing the control panel functions 63 .will always display FF in Line 1 when selected 08 = Set platform dump firmware content to minimum 09 = Set platform dump firmware content to maximum 0A = Set platform dump firmware content to physical I/O 0B = Set platform dump firmware content to virtual I/O 0C = Set platform dump firmware content to HPS cluster 0D = Set platform dump firmware content to InfiniBand I/O Press Enter to execute selected sub-function. Press Enter to enter sub-function mode. Press Enter to exit sub-function mode.1 Table 21. This function is available only in the manual operating mode. Table 22. Function 63: Display system status SRCs Function/Data 6 3 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 6 3 * * _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Action or description Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 63. Functions 56 to 62: Reserved These functions are reserved. you can display up to the last 25 system status SRCs. Press Enter to read the SRC data. Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to select the address offset. Press Enter to read the SRC data. Function 63: Display system status SRCs (continued) Function/Data 6 3 1 8 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Action or description Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to select the address offset. then only sub-function 00 is available and it will not display an SRC when selected. Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to select sub-function exit.Table 22. The most recent SRC displays at the highest possible sub-function number (18). When you select function 64 and press Enter. C 1 0 0 1 0 3 4 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 6 3 * * _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 6 3 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Function 64: Display diagnostic status SRCs This function displays diagnostic status SRCs. This function is available only in the manual operating mode. D 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 6 4 * * _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 6 4 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Functions 65 to 70: Not applicable These functions are not applicable. Functions 71 to 99: Reserved These functions are reserved. Press Enter to enter sub-function mode. If no diagnostic status SRCs exist. Note: Enter a sub-function between 00 and 18 to view the SRCs in sequential order. Press Enter to exit sub-function mode. Table 23. If no system status SRCs exist. Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to select sub-function exit. then only sub-function 00 is available and it will not display an SRC when selected. Function 63: Display diagnostic status SRCs Function/Data 6 4 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 6 4 * * _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 6 4 0 2 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Action or description Use the Increment or Decrement buttons to scroll to function 64. 64 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . Press Enter to exit sub-function mode. you can display up to the last 25 diagnostic status SRCs. Note: Enter a sub-function between 00 and 18 to view the SRCs in sequential order. The most recent SRC displays at the highest possible sub-function number (18). Values for IPL types. Fast IPL or slow IPL set by the Function 02 selection. Reserved for hardware service use only. Operating system IPL types Initial program load (IPL) type A B C Action or description IPL from disk using copy A of the system Licensed Internal Code. Details Fast IPL runs. Table 24. system operating modes. system operating modes. Slow override for one IPL. or the system default at each IPL. Attention: D Incorrect use of this function can cause severe data loss. System operating mode values System operating mode Manual (M) Normal (N) Table 26. Fast IPL set by the system value (displayed at function 01). Full hardware diagnostics runs. Use this speed whenever hardware is changed. IPL from disk using copy B of the system Licensed Internal Code. Table 25. Refer to the following tables: v Operating system IPL types v System operating mode values v IPL speeds v Firmware IPL types Note: Operating system IPL types are displayed only when the operating system IPL mode has been enabled from the operating system. IPL speeds IPL speed F S Action or description Fast override for one IPL. Slow IPL set by the system value (displayed at function 01). for intermittent hardware failure. v Extended logical built-in self tests. Managing the control panel functions 65 . Alternate IPL for code installation support. system value (selected at function 02). The following diagnostics are run: v Main storage tests. speeds. or on the first installation IPL. v Service processor inter-chip interface tests (wire test). Use system-defined speed. Allows you to perform an unattended IPL. and speeds Learn about the valid initial program load (IPL) types. Some hardware diagnostics are passed over. Action or description Allows you to perform an attended IPL and provides access to restricted control panel functions. IPL from media other than load-source disk. and firmware IPL modes that are used in control panel functions. V=F V=S V Use system-defined speed. There are no checks for new hardware. 66 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . Firmware IPL types IPL type P T Action or description IPL from disk using copy P of the system Licensed Internal Code. V=H V=X Use system-defined speed. Use system-defined speed. IPL from disk using copy T of the system Licensed Internal Code. X Extreme override for one IPL. IPL speeds (continued) IPL speed H Action or description Hyperboot override for one IPL. Extreme IPL runs. Most hardware diagnostics are skipped and the system’s cached data is used unless new VPD is discovered.Table 26. All hardware diagnostics are skipped and the system’s cached data is used. Details Hyperboot IPL runs. Hyperboot IPL is set by the system value (displayed at function 01). Table 27. Extreme IPL is set by the system value (displayed at function 01). network. which display across the bottom of the firmware console. Look for the POST indicators memory. 3. In the navigation area.model. 3. complete the following steps: 1. 2007 67 . If you have not performed the steps to start the system management services. Look for the POST indicators memory.serial number for legibility. Press the power button on the control panel. 3. speaker. 2. see “Starting the system management services” and select the correct procedure for your system before you continue. Look for the POST indicators memory. Un is used in place of Ufeature_code. v If the ASMI is not available and the system is in standby. speaker. v If the ASMI is not available and the system has already booted the operating system. These menus can be used for AIX or Linux partitions. To start the SMS. Reboot the operating system. complete the following steps: 1. scsi. Click Save settings and continue system server firmware boot. Press the numeric 1 key after the word keyboard is displayed and before the word speaker is displayed. and click Log In. © Copyright IBM Corp. Press the numeric 1 key after the word keyboard is displayed and before the word speaker is displayed. 5. specify your user ID and password. scsi. Notes: v If the firmware console is a graphics terminal. select one of the options below: v If the ASMI is available on a network-attached console and the system is in standby. 2. v In some of the following example menus.Managing the system management services Use the menus within system management services (SMS) to view information about your system or partition and to perform tasks such as changing the boot list and setting the network parameters. which display across the bottom of the firmware console. network. keyboard. On the ASMI Welcome window. speaker. Press the numeric 1 key after the word keyboard is displayed and before the word speaker is displayed. 4. 2. Using the system management services Learn how to use each of the system management services (SMS) menus and how each option on the menus can help you manage your system. you might be asked to enter the password for the service processor’s admin user that was set using the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI). network. Starting the system management services Learn how to start the system management services (SMS) from a nonpartitioned server. keyboard. complete the following steps: 1. keyboard. which display across the bottom of the firmware console. expand Power/Restart Control and select Power On/Off System. scsi. System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems 68 . You can change the language used by the SMS menus. Select Boot Devices. You can view and modify the BOOTP values. Select Language Setup Remote IPL (Initial Program Load) Change SCSI Settings Select Console Select Boot Options -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ On all menus except the main menu. You can set the network speed. enable or disable spanning tree. Displays a menu identifying the different types of hard drives installed on your system. 4. Exit the SMS and start the operating system. Use it to access and review the specific task that you want. You can test an adapter’s network connection to a remote system. You can enable or disable the spanning tree option. It gives options to Display current settings. SMS menus and descriptions Menu or task Main Menu Select Language Setup Remote IPL Adapter Configuration Speed. and set the protocol. Multiboot startup. Multiboot Startup You can have your system perform a boot in the normal or service mode. Return to the previous menu. You can set the interface speed at which the card runs and select half or full duplex. You can select which console to use to display the SMS menus. 3. Duplex Spanning Tree Enabled Protocol Ping Test Advanced Setup: BOOTP Change SCSI Settings Select Console Select Boot Options Description Describes the opening menu when first starting SMS. Table 28. the following menu is displayed: Main Menu 1. You can view and change the addresses of the SCSI controllers attached to your system. You can enable and set up the remote startup capability of your server. Restore default settings. 5. (for example. 2. You can view and set various options regarding the installation devices and boot devices. there are several navigation keys: M ESC X Return to the main menu. The Select boot options menu gives you the following options: Select Install or Boot Device.The following table contains the titles of the menus or tasks that can be accessed in the SMS application. and Exiting system management services Normal Mode Boot or Service Mode Boot Hard Drive Set Boot Sequence After the SMS starts. SCSI or SSA) You can set the location of the device in the boot list. You can set the appropriate protocol for your network. you can change the language used by the SMS menus. you are asked to confirm your choice to exit the SMS menus and start the operating system. Display the previous page of the list. Port 2 . Note: The lowercase navigation key has the same effect as the uppercase key that is shown on the menu.2 PORT Gigabit Et 3. there are two additional navigation keys: N P Display the next page of the list.2 PORT Gigabit Et 2. the Select Network Service menu is displayed: Managing the system management services 69 . 5. 10/100/1000 Base-TX PCI-X Slot Un-P1-T9 Un-P1-T10 Un-CB1-C03-T1 Hardware Address 00096bff616b 00096bff616a 000295e3814f -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ When you select an adapter. 3. SELECT LANGUAGE 1. English Francais Deutsch Italiano Espanol -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ Setup Remote IPL When you select this option. 2. or selecting a navigation key. An example of this menu follows: NIC Adapters Device 1. On each menu.If you enter X. Select Language Note: If you are using a TTY (ASCII) terminal. When you select this option. you can enable and set up the remote startup capability of your server. you are given the option of choosing a menu item and pressing Enter (if applicable). m or M returns you to the main menu. When there is more than one page of information to display. Port 1 . it must support the ISO-8859 character set to correctly display languages other than English. 4. For example. A list of network interface card (NIC) adapters in the server is displayed. Select Network Service No alias : Port 1-IBM 2 PORT 1000 Base-SX PCI-X Adapter: Un-P1-T7 1. ISCSI You can boot from a remote hard drive by setting up an iSCSI network connection. you can select which iSCSI alias to set up with network parameters. the following menu is displayed. If you select ISCSI. When you finish using the iSCSI menus. BOOT ONCE -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type menu item number and press Enter or select Navigation key: _ If you choose either of the first two options. ISCSI_DISK1 2. Enter Static Parameters. ISCSI Discovery Selection iscsi_disk1: Port 1-IBM 2 PORT 1000 Base-SX PCI-X Adapter: Un-P1-T7 1. BOOTP 2. ISCSI Alias Selection No alias : Port 1-IBM 2 PORT 1000 Base-SX PCI-X Adapter: Un-P1-T7 1. If you select BOOTP. ISCSI -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type menu item number and press Enter or select Navigation key: _ When you select this option. The Network Parameters menu is displayed. the adapter is set up (and the network parameters are entered) as usual. ISCSI_DISK2 3. in which the iSCSI parameters are not saved. Automatic discovery. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type menu item number and press Enter or select Navigation key: _ 70 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . Automatic discovery saves only the default iSCSI parameters and Enter Static Parameters saves the user parameters. You also have the boot once option. you can choose any of the other menus or tasks that are listed in Table 28 on page 68. 2. you can select the type of boot this adapter performs: BOOTP TCP/IP network boot. When you choose Automatic discovery, how the iSCSI device is found depends on the DHCP IP address. v If a DHCP IP address of 0.0.0.0 is entered, a broadcast is done to find the device. v If a nonzero DHCP IP address is entered, an attempt to locate an iSCSI device on the selected server is made. ISCSI Automatic Discovery Selection iscsi_disk1: Port 1-IBM 2 PORT 1000 Base-SX PCI-X Adapter: Un-P1-T7 1. DHCP IP Address [000.000.000.000] Note: All zeros is "broadcast". -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type menu item number and press Enter or select Navigation key: _ When you choose Enter Static Parameters, the following menu is displayed. Use this menu to set the initiator parameters. Select Enter Target Parameters to set the target parameters. ISCSI Initiator Parameters iscsi_disk1: Port 1-IBM 2 PORT 1000 Base-SX PCI-X Adapter: Un-P1-T7 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Client IP Address [000.000.000.000] Gateway IP Address [000.000.000.000] Subnet Mask [000.000.000.000] Initiator Name. Enter Target Parameters. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type menu item number and press Enter or select Navigation key: _ Use the ISCSI Target Parameters menu to set the target parameters. Select Target Name to set the target’s name. ISCSI Target Parameters iscsi_disk1: Port 1-IBM 2 PORT 1000 Base-SX PCI-X Adapter: Un-P1-T7 1. 2. 3. 4. Target IP Address [000.000.000.000] ISCSI PORT [3260] Target lun [0] Target Name -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type menu item number and press Enter or select Navigation key: _ If you select Target Name on the ISCSI Target Parameters menu, the following menu is displayed. Managing the system management services 71 Enter Target Name iscsi_disk1: Port 1-IBM 2 PORT 1000 Base-SX PCI-X Adapter: Un-P1-T7 Must be at least 4 characters. Press Backspace key to delete. Press Enter key to save. Press Esc key to exit without saving name. 1. Clear Current Name. 2. Edit Current Name. [ ] -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type menu item number and press Enter or select Navigation key: _ The initiator name is required if the adapter that you selected on the NIC Adapters menu for the iSCSI network is a network adapter (for example, Ethernet). If the selected adapter is a TCP/IP over Ethernet or TCP/IP offload engine adapter, then the initiator name is in the microcode on the adapter and does not have to be set by the user. Select Initiator Name on the ISCSI Initiator Parameters menu to set the initiator name. The following menu is displayed. Enter Initiator Name iscsi_disk1: Port 1-IBM 2 PORT 1000 Base-SX PCI-X Adapter: Un-P1-T7 Must be at least 4 characters. Press Backspace key to delete. Press Enter key to save. Press Esc key to exit without saving name. 1. Clear Current Name. 2. Edit Current Name. [ ] -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type menu item number and press Enter or select Navigation key: _ After you select BOOTP on the Select Network Service menu, the Network Parameters menu is displayed. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Network Parameters Port 1 - 2 PORT Gigabit Et 1. IP Parameters 2. Adapter Parameters 3. Ping Test 4. Advanced Setup: BOOTP Un-P1-T9 00096bff616b -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ 72 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems Selecting the IP (Internet Protocol) parameters option displays the following menu: IP Parameters Port 1 - 2 PORT Gigabit Et Un-P1-T9 00096bff616b 1. Client IP Address [000.000.000.000] 2. Server IP Address [000.000.000.000] 3. Gateway IP Address [000.000.000.000] 4. Subnet Mask [255.255.255.000] -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ To change IP parameters, type the number of the parameters for which you want to change the value. Entering IP parameters on this menu automatically updates the parameters on the ping test menu. Attention: [0.0.0.0]. If the client system and the server are on the same subnet, set the gateway IP address to When you select Adapter Configuration, you can set the network speed, enable or disable spanning tree, and set the protocol as shown in the following menu: Adapter Configuration Port 1 - 2 PORT Gigabit Et 1. Speed, Duplex 2. Spanning Tree Enabled 3. Protocol Un-P1-T9 00096bff616b -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ When you select the Speed, Duplex option, you can set the interface speed at which the card runs and select one of the following options. The current setting is indicated by ″<===″. Full Duplex This setting enables concurrent sending and receiving. This is usually wanted (and should be enabled) when your system is connected to a network switch. Half Duplex This setting requires an adapter to only send or receive at a single point in time. When your system is connected to a hub, it auto-negotiates and uses half duplex to avoid collisions. Auto-negotiation This is the process of deciding whether to work in full duplex mode or half duplex mode. Auto-negotiation allows the adapter to decide for itself which mode is optimal depending on the type of network it is attached to. Managing the system management services 73 which is the default. auto 10.2 PORT Gigabit Et 1. If the LAN adapter port being configured with the SMS adapter menus is attached to a network switch that has the spanning tree protocol enabled. 2. Standard <=== 2. or it is disabled.2 PORT Gigabit Et 1. 5. 74 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . Leaving this option enabled does not affect the adapter’s operation. but it is enabled on the network switch to which it is attached. If the network switch does not support the spanning tree protocol. the network adapter can access the network immediately after the system is connected.3 Un-P1-T9 00096bff616b -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ Select the Ping Test option from the Network Parameters menu to test an adapter’s network connection to a remote system. the same series of menus takes you through setting up the IP parameters and the adapter configuration before attempting the ping test. the firmware imposes a waiting period of up to 60 seconds before the adapter is allowed to communicate with the network. When you select the Protocol option. the ping test and NIM installation might fail even though the network and the adapter are operational. IEEE802.half 10. If the port’s spanning tree setting is disabled. the spanning tree option on the Adapter Configuration menu remains enabled. This setting potentially affects the ping test and NIM installation.full Un-P1-T9 00096bff616b -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ When you select the Spanning Tree Enabled option.Adapter Configuration Port 1 . The spanning tree option is enabled or disabled on the network switch. Notes: v After the ping test is initiated. If this option is disabled.full 100. Protocol Port 1 . you can enable or disable the spanning tree. you can set the appropriate protocol for your network as shown in the following. After you select the ping test option. The spanning tree protocol is a link-management protocol that provides path redundancy while preventing duplicate loops in a network. auto. 3. it might take 60 seconds or longer to return a result. If this option is enabled. because the network to which the system is being attached supports spanning trees. the spanning tree option on the Adapter Configuration menu can be disabled.half 100. 4. The following values (5. speaker) display across the bottom of the menu. Bootp Blocksize 512 3. network. 512. SCSI.v When the ping test passes or fails. and 5) are the default values. Follow the instructions that are displayed on the menu. Select Boot Options Select this option to view and set various options regarding the installation devices and boot devices. keyboard. Note: If you do not change the console to another device before removing the current console. The firmware automatically returns to the menu on which the POST indicators (memory. you can select which console to use to display the SMS menus. This selection is only for the SMS menus and does not affect the console used by the operating system. the firmware stops and waits for a key to be pressed before continuing. you can view and change the addresses of the SCSI controllers attached to your system. Select the Advanced Setup: BOOTP option from the Network Parameters menu to view and modify the BOOTP values. TFTP Retries 5 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ Change SCSI Settings When you select this option. you must reattach the current console to change your console selection. SCSI Utilities 1. Change SCSI Id -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ Select Console When you select the Select Console utility.23A0034-P1-T7 1. Advanced Setup: BOOTP Port 1-IBM 2 PORT 1000 Base-SX PCI-X Adapter: U788D. Bootp Retries 5 2. Hardware Spin Up Delay 2.001. Press the numeric 1 key after the word keyboard is displayed and before the word speaker is displayed to return to the SMS main menu. Managing the system management services 75 . Select Install or Boot a Device 2. If you select Select Install or Boot Device. 2. This option is for the current boot only. Multiboot Startup -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ Select Install or Boot Device You can select a device from which to boot or install the operating system. 7. Select Boot Devices 3. 3. 8. Multiboot Startup Toggles the multiboot startup flag. Select Boot Devices You can set the boot list.1. 5. 4. 6. which controls whether the multiboot menu is invoked automatically on startup. 7. 5. 4. Diskette Tape CD/DVD IDE Hard Drive Network List All Devices -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ If you select Hard Drive. the following menu is displayed: Select Device Type 1. a menu similar to the following is displayed: Select Hard Drive Type 1. 2. 9. 6. SCSI SSA SAN SAS SATA USB IDE ISA List All Devices -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ 76 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . 3. 2/pci1069. When a device is selected for installing the operating system. are displayed on the next menu.b166@1/scsi@0 Un-P1-T13 /pci@80000002000000f/pci@2. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Select Media Adapter 1. 2005 All rights reserved. 4. Un-P1-T14 /pci@80000002000000d/pci@2/pci1069. all of the SCSI hard files that are attached to the first adapter are listed: Version EM310_024 SMS 1. all of the SCSI adapters that are in the system. 2000.b166@1/scsi@0 1. the Select Task menu retrieves more information about the device.b166@1/scsi@1 List all devices -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ When you select an adapter. the next menu displays the devices of the requested type that are attached to that adapter. 2. 2. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Select Device Device Current Device Number Position Name 1 1 SCSI 73407 MB Harddisk Un-P1-T14 /pci@80000002000000d/pci@2/ pci1069.6 (c) Copyright IBM Corp. or to boot from. 3. 3. Information Normal Mode Boot Service Mode Boot --------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services --------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ Managing the system management services 77 . a menu similar to the following is displayed: Version EM310_024 SMS 1.b166@1/scsi@0 Un-P1-T12 /pci@80000002000000f/pci@2. or to boot from that device in normal mode or service mode. 2000. Depending on the devices that are installed in your system. for example.2/pci1069. In the following example. The following is an example of this menu.b166@1/scsi@0 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ You can now select the appropriate device for this installation or boot.If you select SCSI. 2005 All rights reserved. Select Task SCSI 73407 MB Harddisk Un-P1-T14 /pci@80000002000000d/pci@2/pci1069.6 (c) Copyright IBM Corp. Configure Boot Device Order 1. a Select Media Type menu is displayed. Select 1st Boot Select 2nd Boot Select 3rd Boot Select 4th Boot Select 5th Boot Display Current Restore Default Device Device Device Device Device Setting Setting -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ When you select any of the options 1-5. 4. 3. If you answer no. 8. which is the sequence of devices read at startup. these menus follow this hierarchy: device type -> bus type -> adapter -> devices attached to the adapter By selecting List All Devices from the Select Device Type menu or the Select Media Type menu. 3. Select Select Boot Devices to view and change the customized boot list. Select Boot Devices Note: To minimize the search time for bootable devices. 5. 5. you can view all of the potentially bootable devices at one time. the firmware returns to the Select Task menu. Diskette Tape CD/DVD IDE Hard Drive Network None List All Devices -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ When you select a device type. 7. Select Device Type 1. the next menu asks. the device is booted in the appropriate mode.If you select either Normal Mode Boot or Service Mode Boot. such as large disk arrays. Are you sure? If you answer yes. 7. 6. such as option 5. 2. 2. The List All Devices function can take a long time on a large system with many I/O adapters and devices. the Select Device Type menu is displayed. 4. 6. The following is an example of that menu. 78 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . b166@1/scsi@0 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ When you select a device type.6 (c) Copyright IBM Corp. Version EM310_024 SMS 1. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Select Device Device Current Device Number Position Name 1 1 SCSI 73407 MB Harddisk Un-P1-T14 /pci@80000002000000d/pci@2/ pci1069. The following is an example of that menu for a SCSI media type. all adapters of that type are displayed on the Select Media Adapter menu. Managing the system management services 79 . 3. The following is an example of this menu for the first adapter in the previous example: Version EM310_024 SMS 1.2/pci1069. 2.6 (c) Copyright IBM Corp. you must select each adapter individually to see the devices that are attached to it.2/pci1069. 2005 All rights reserved.Select Media Type 1.b166@1/scsi@0 Un-P1-T13 /pci@80000002000000f/pci@2. SCSI SSA SAN IDE ISA None List All Devices -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ When you select the media type. 5. 2. you can view detailed information about the device or set the device location in the boot list from the Select Task menu.b166@1/scsi@0 Un-P1-T12 /pci@80000002000000f/pci@2. 4. 7. The following is an example of the menu for a hard disk. 2005 All rights reserved. 2000. 4. 3. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Select Media Adapter 1. 2000.b166@1/scsi@1 List all devices -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ Then. Un-P1-T14 /pci@80000002000000d/pci@2/pci1069. 8. b166@1/scsi@0 None None None None -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ Restore Default Settings This option restores the boot list to the default boot list. you can set the location of the device in the boot list. 2. 4.Select Task SCSI 73407 MB Harddisk Un-P1-T14 /pci@80000002000000d/pci@2/pci1069. 3. Display Current Settings This option displays the current setting of the customized boot list. Device Information /pci@8000000200000dd/pci@2/pci1069. follows.b166@1/scsi@0 1. Information 2.b166@1/scsi@0 NAME : sd DEVICE-TYPE : block Parent Information IBM. SCSI 73407 MB Harddisk Un-P1-T14 /pci@80000002000000d/pci@2/pci1069. The default boot list varies depending on the devices that are installed in the system.FW-ADAPTER-NAME: Ultra-320 NAME : scsi DEVICE-TYPE : scsi-2 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services --------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ When you select the Set Boot Sequence option. 5. Set Boot Sequence: Configure as 1st Boot Device --------------------------------------------------------------------------------Navigation keys: M = return to main menu ESC key = return to previous screen X = eXit System Management Services --------------------------------------------------------------------------------Type the number of the menu item and press Enter or Select a Navigation key: _ Selecting Information displays a menu similar to the following for a hard disk. with one device in the boot list.0 : (Bootable) DEVICE : SCSI 73407 MB Harddisk Un-P1-T14 /pci@80000002000000d/pci@2/ pci1069. Current Boot Sequence 1. 80 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems .b166@1/scsi@1/sd@5. An example of this menu. The default boot list is as follows: 1. starts the system management services interface. This test performs checks to ensure that the hardware is functioning correctly before the operating system is loaded. Exiting system management services After you finish using the SMS menus. After power is turned on and before the operating system is loaded. Power-on self-test keys Learn how the Power-on self-test (POST) keys can start services or initiate service mode boots used for configuring the system and diagnosing problems. Note: The program function keys (F1-F12) on a keyboard attached to the service processor are not used and are ignored. if pressed after the keyboard POST indicator is displayed and before the last POST indicator speaker is displayed. Note: This is the preferred method of loading standalone AIX diagnostics from CD-ROM. Numeric 5 key The numeric 5 key. a POST screen is displayed. you must use the numeric number keys. Hard disk drive (if installed) 5. The firmware supports up to five entries in the boot list. After the keyboard POST indicator is displayed. cause the system to start services or to initiate service mode boots used for configuring the system and diagnosing problems. Network adapter Multiboot Startup Multiboot Startup toggles the multiboot startup flag. This mode attempts to boot from the first device of each type found in the list. It does not search for other bootable devices of that type if the first device is not bootable. Instead. initiates a system boot in service mode using the default service mode boot list. Tape drive (if installed) 4. During the POST. when pressed during POST. type x (for exit) to boot your system. the system does a power-on self-test (POST). Optical drive (if installed) 3. Hard file 4. Primary diskette drive (if installed) 2. and POST indicators appear on the firmware console (if one is connected). Diskette (if installed) 2. it continues to the next device type in the list. Numeric 1 key The numeric 1 key. CD-ROM (if installed) 3. when pressed during POST. Tape drive (if installed) Managing the system management services 81 . which controls whether the multiboot menu is invoked automatically on startup. The POST keys. The default boot sequence is: 1. Token ring b. Ethernet Numeric 6 key The numeric 6 key works like the numeric 5 key. or manually using the AIX service aids. Note: This is the preferred method of loading online AIX diagnostics from the boot hard disk.5. except that firmware uses the customized service mode boot list that was set up by AIX when AIX was first booted. Network a. 82 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . © Copyright IBM Corp. so at this time. The server firmware is the part of the Licensed Internal Code that enables hardware. continue with step 4 on page 84. The current temporary system firmware image is EM310_006. you must obtain fixes through the HMC. v To use the AIX command prompt (you must have AIX diagnostics installed on your server). Notes: v The permanent level is also known as the backup level. Choose from the following options: v To use the ASMI (AIX or Linux): On the ASMI Welcome pane. enter the following command: lsmcode The existing levels of server firmware are displayed.Obtaining fixes Learn how to apply fixes.) v If you are unable to start your AIX or Linux operating system or server. Obtaining server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux Learn how to obtain fixes to server firmware through AIX or Linux. continue with the next step. including for the server firmware. The system is currently booted from the temporary image. the temporary level is also the activated level. view the existing level of server firmware in the upper-right corner below the copyright statement. and operating system. for example. At an AIX command prompt. Obtaining firmware fixes Learn how to obtain firmware fixes. 2. I/O adapter and device firmware. 2007 83 . v To use the Linux command prompt. Notes: v By default. When you install a server firmware fix it is installed on the temporary side of the service processor. such as the service processor. the server firmware is installed on the temporary side only after the existing contents of the temporary side are permanently installed on the permanent side. Important: If your system is managed by an HMC. (This process is performed automatically when you install a server firmware fix. Step 1. you might see output similar to the following: The current permanent system firmware image is EM310_005. Perform Steps 1 through 6 to get server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux. EM310_006. v The system was booted from the temporary side. For example. v The temporary level is also known as the installed level. View existing firmware levels for AIX or Linux 1. refer to “Obtaining server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux when you are unable to start the operating system or server” on page 96. Installing server firmware fixes through the operating system is a disruptive (nonconcurrent) process. 3. An information window is displayed. Note: If you plan to create a CD. continue with the next step. 1.rpm where xxxxx represents a specific version of the RPM file. Also known as the temporary level. EM310_005 (p) The backup level. 6. You can download the fix directly to your server. System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems 6. http://www. After the service tools are installed on the server running Linux. go to the Fix Central Web site at 2. you might see output similar to the following: Version of system firmware is: EM310_006 (t) EM310_005 (p) EM310_006 (t) The following table provides descriptions for each of the server firmware levels displayed in the output. Click Continue. Continue with the next step. you will need a CD burner and software. Table 29. Select your machine type and model from the list. 4. Server firmware levels Server firmware levels displayed EM310_006 (t) The installed level. d. 5. or you can download it to a computer with an Internet connection and create a fix CD that you apply on the server.rpm v Service Aids – ppc64-utils-xxxxx. Step 2. 3. 5. Continue with “Step 2. View or download the firmware fix. EM310_006 (t) The activated level. refer to “Obtaining service and productivity tools for Linux” on page 93. For example. View or download the firmware fix Follow this procedure to view or download the firmware fix. Select the RPM check box for the server firmware version you want. b.ibm. Note: If you do not have the service tools on your server. enter the following at a Linux command prompt: lsmcode The existing level of server firmware is displayed. Perform the following steps: a. Record the available firmware. c. If necessary. 84 . follow these steps: a. Also known as the permanent level. Click Continue. To view existing levels of server firmware for Linux. From a computer or server with an Internet connection. The level on which the server is currently running. Select UNIX servers in the product family list. The available firmware levels are displayed. If you want to download the RPM file. Select Hardware microcode and firmware in the product list. contact service and support to order the fix on CD.” 4. you must have the following service tools installed on your server: v Platform Enablement Library – librtas-xxxxx.com/eserver/support/fixes/ . To download the RPM file.rpm v Hardware Inventory – lsvpd-xxxxx. continue with step 6. you will need to view and unpack the RPM file that contains the server firmware. enter the following at an AIX command prompt: mount /dev/cd0 /mnt v If you are working on a Linux system. Note: If you prefer to use the System Management Interface Tool (SMIT) to mount the CD. enter one of the following commands at the AIX or Linux command prompt: v If you want to unpack from a CD. To view the RPM file name. p. continue with the next step. e. 1. type: ls /mnt v If the RPM file is on the server. and r are two single quotation marks with no space between them. Choose from the following options: v If you created a CD with the RPM file. Click Continue again. perform the following steps to mount the CD: a. Enter the command: /usr/sbin/mount -v ’cdrfs’ -f’’ -p’’ -r’’ /dev/cd0 /mnt The quotation marks following the f. If you received the message. enter one of the following commands at a Linux command prompt: mount -t iso9660 /dev/cdrom /mnt or mount -t iso9660 /dev/dvdrom /mnt 4. For example. Continue with the next step.” 1 v If you want to create a CD containing the RPM file. Choose from the following options: 1 v If you downloaded the RPM file to your server. choose from the following options (you need root user authority): v If you are working on an AIX system. enter the following command at the AIX or Linux command prompt: v If the RPM file is on CD. To unpack the RPM file. View and unpack the RPM file that contains the server firmware. see “Using the System Management Interface Tool to mount the fix CD for AIX” on page 92. b. 6. View and unpack the RPM file that contains the server firmware If you created a CD with the RPM file. type: ls /tmp/fwupdate The name of the RPM file is displayed. you might see output similar to the following: 01EM3xx_yyy_zzz. View and unpack the RPM file that contains the server firmware. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click Continue. 5. mount: 0506-324 Cannot mount /dev/cd0 on /mnt.” Step 3. enter: Obtaining fixes 85 . Click I agree to abide by its terms and click Continue. continue with step 6 in “Step 3. v If the mount was unsuccessful. d. 3. Follow the on-screen prompts. The License Agreement is displayed.rpm 7. v If you downloaded the RPM file to your system.b. 2. To mount the CD. c. 7. continue with the next step. Insert the CD that contains the RPM file into the media drive on your server. follow the instructions for your CD program and then continue with “Step 3. Choose from the following options: v If the mount was successful. continue with step 6. reference codes CA2799FD and CA2799FF are alternately displayed on the control panel. Step 4. you need root user authority.img. see “Using the AIX diagnostics to install the server firmware fix through AIX” on page 91. To learn which side you are starting from. the firmware installation will fail if the system has booted from the permanent side. For example. the server firmware fix file is saved in the /tmp/fwupdate directory on the server’s hard drive in the following format: 01EM3xx_yyy_zzz. Continue with the next step. Step 5. ls /tmp/fwupdate The name of the server firmware fix file is displayed.rpm where filename is the name of the RPM file that contains the server firmware. Continue with the next step. and how to change to the other side if necessary. For example. enter: rpm -Uvh --ignoreos /tmp/fwupdate/filename. To use the update_flash command (AIX or Linux) to install the server firmware. Note: If you have AIX installed. Choose from the following options: 86 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . 1.rpm -Uvh --ignoreos /mnt/filename. 8. 5. 2. you will need to obtain the Microcode Updates Files & Discovery Tool CD to use the AIX diagnostics. enter the following at an AIX or Linux command prompt: Note: To perform this task. continue with step 3. To view the name. After the installation is complete. If you plan to install the fix from CD. Apply server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux to the temporary side of the service processor Important: Do not interrupt this process once you begin. Note: If you receive a message stating: This partition does not have the authority to perform the requested function.img During the server firmware installation process. You will need the file name of the server firmware fix in the next step. 3. such as 01EM3xx_yyy_zzz.rpm v If you want to unpack from the server’s hard drive. Note: When you unpack the RPM file. the system is automatically powered off and powered on.img 4. and prefer to use the AIX diagnostics to install the fix.img. choose from the following options: v If you are updating AIX. enter the following at a Linux command prompt: cd /tmp/fwupdate /usr/sbin/update_flash -f fwlevel where fwlevel is the specific file name of the server firmware fix.rpm. such as 01EM3xx_yyy_zzz. 01EM3xx_yyy_zzz. v If you are updating Linux. Ensure that you are starting the system from the temporary side of the service processor. enter the following at an AIX command prompt: cd /tmp/fwupdate /usr/lpp/diagnostics/bin/update_flash -f fwlevel where fwlevel is the specific file name of the server firmware fix. you might see output similar to the following: 01EM3xx_yyy_zzz. refer to “Working with the temporary and permanent side of the service processor” on page 94. To install the server firmware fix. see “Message regarding a server that was previously managed by an HMC” on page 99. Verify that the fix installed correctly 1. Step 6. For example. so that the temporary and permanent sides contain the same level of firmware). continue with the next step. Retry the fix. For example. the fix is temporarily installed until you install it permanently. view the level of server firmware displayed in the upper-right corner below the copyright statement on the ASMI Welcome pane. you cannot return to the level that was previously on the permanent side. When you are sure that the new level works correctly. b. Be aware that if you install the firmware fix permanently (copy the temporary firmware level from the temporary side to the permanent side. The system is currently booted from the temporary image. depending on the type of hardware or software you use. After you download and install a firmware fix. For instructions about how to install server firmware fixes permanently. Note: If you install the server firmware fix permanently (copy the temporary firmware level from the temporary side to the permanent side. v The temporary level is also known as the installed level. Enter the following at a command prompt: lsmcode The existing levels of server firmware are displayed. When you are sure that the new level of firmware works correctly. (Optional) Install the server firmware fix permanently You might want to use the new level of server firmware for a period of time to verify that it works correctly. v The system was booted from the temporary side. for example. the temporary level is also the activated level. v To use the ASMI. refer to step 4. Obtaining fixes 87 . see “Installing a firmware fix permanently. you might refer to this process as committing the fix. If the level of server firmware displayed is not the level that you installed.v To use the AIX or Linux command prompt (the operating system must be running and the diagnostics must be available). you cannot return to the level that was previously on the permanent side. Notes: v The permanent level is also known as the backup level. 3. EM310_006. You might want to use the new level of firmware for a period of time to verify that it works correctly. so at this time. If the level of server firmware displayed is not the level that you installed. you can permanently install the firmware fix. so that the temporary and permanent sides contain the same level of firmware). Using AIX commands to install a firmware fix permanently Learn how to use AIX commands to install a firmware fix permanently. contact your next level of support. you can permanently install the server firmware fix. If the problem persists. 2. you might see output similar to the following: The current permanent system firmware image is EM310_005. perform the following steps: a. If you created a CD or DVD for this procedure. 4. Verify that the level of server firmware displayed is the level that you installed. use a new media. The current temporary system firmware image is EM310_006.” Installing a firmware fix permanently Find out how to permanently install a firmware fix. Note: You might recognize the process of installing the firmware fix permanently by different terms. see “Working with the temporary and permanent side of the service processor” on page 94.rpm where xxxxx represents a specific version of the RPM file. refer to “Obtaining service and productivity tools for Linux” on page 93. The process might run for 10 or more minutes. A screen similar to the following is displayed: UPDATE AND MANAGE SYSTEM FLASH The current permanent system firmware image is EM310_005.rpm v Service Aids – ppc64-utils-xxxxx. v You must start your server from the temporary side. The system is currently booted from the temporary image. On the task selection screen. The current temporary system firmware image is EM310_006. you must meet the following criteria: v You must have root user authority. If you do not have the service tools on your server. and press Enter. Using the AIX diagnostic service aids 1. 3.You can install a firmware fix permanently by using either the flash command or the AIX diagnostic service aids. you must meet the following criteria: v You must have root user authority. 3. and select Update and Manage Flash. To perform this task. 2. Validate and Update System Firmware Update System Firmware Commit the Temporary Image 5. For details. scroll to the bottom of the list of options. Initialize the terminal type. Ensure that you have the following service tools installed on your server: v Platform Enablement Library – librtas-xxxxx. To install a firmware fix permanently using the Linux commands. Using Linux commands to install a firmware fix permanently Learn how to use Linux commands to install a firmware fix permanently. type the following at a Linux command prompt: /usr/sbin/update_flash -c The update_flash -c command might run for 10 or more minutes. if requested. 4. complete the following steps: 1. type the following: /usr/lpp/diagnostics/bin/update_flash -c The update_flash -c command might run for 10 or more minutes. Select Commit the Temporary Image. To perform these tasks. see “Working with the temporary and permanent side of the service processor” on page 94. For details. At the AIX command prompt. type diag. On the function selection screen. v You must start your server from the temporary side. Using the flash command At an AIX command prompt. After the service tools are installed to the server. 88 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . select Tasks and Service Aids. 2. Perform the following steps: a. Select UNIX servers in the product family list. 3.ibm. 5. or you can read the information that accompanies the fix CDs. On the function selection screen. From a computer or server with an Internet connection. You can remove the current level of firmware by using either the flash command or the AIX diagnostic service aids. Click Desc. if requested. type diag. b. 4. You can view firmware fix information in several places. To perform these tasks. The available firmware levels are displayed. 2. Using the flash command At an AIX command prompt. select Tasks and Service Aids. type the following: /usr/lpp/diagnostics/bin/update_flash -r Using the AIX diagnostic service aids 1. see “Working with the temporary and permanent side of the service processor” on page 94. To view the firmware fix information from the Fix Central Web site. and select Update and Manage Flash. you must meet the following criteria: v You must have root user authority. go to the Fix Central Web site at 2. Select your machine type and model from the list. Click Continue. Initialize the terminal type. v You must start your server from the permanent side.Viewing the firmware fix information Find out how to view the firmware fix information for AIX or Linux. you can view it from the Fix Central Web site. On the task selection screen. Select Hardware microcode and firmware in the product list. scroll to the bottom of the list of options. Using AIX commands to remove the current server firmware level Learn how to use AIX commands to remove the current level of server firmware.com/eserver/support/fixes/ . For example. c. Removing the current server firmware level Learn how to remove the current level of server firmware so that you can return to a previous level of server firmware. For details. http://www. An information window is displayed. follow these steps: 1. Click Continue. Important: Review all of the information that is displayed in the HTML file to learn more about what is included in the firmware fix. At the AIX command line. 4. An HTML file is displayed. A screen similar to the following is displayed: Obtaining fixes 89 . 3. such as Ethernet PCI adapters or disk drives. v After the service tools are installed to the server. complete the following steps″ 1. You must obtain your fixes through your operating system. refer to “Obtaining service and productivity tools for Linux” on page 93. Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the I/O adapter and device firmware fix to your system.UPDATE AND MANAGE SYSTEM FLASH The current permanent system firmware image is EM310_005. To remove the current server firmware level using Linux commands. and press Enter. 3. type the following at a Linux command line: /usr/sbin/update_flash -r Obtaining I/O adapter and device firmware fixes for a system that is running AIX Learn how to obtain I/O adapter and device firmware fixes for a system that is running AIX. You can obtain I/O adapter and device firmware fixes using the AIX commands. Select your machine type and model from the list. 5.ibm. see “Working with the temporary and permanent side of the service processor” on page 94. The I/O adapter and device firmware is the part of the Licensed Internal Code that enables hardware. The current temporary system firmware image is EM310_006.com/eserver/support/fixes/ . The available firmware levels are displayed. For details. 2. From a computer or server with an Internet connection. go to the Fix Central Web site at 2. Select UNIX servers in the product family list. The system is currently booted from the permanent image. 90 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . Click Continue. Note: To perform this task. v You must start your server from the permanent side. http://www. Ensure that you have the following service tools installed on your server: v Platform Enablement Library – librtas-xxxxx. 1. you must meet the following criteria: v You must have root user authority. An information window is displayed. 4. Using Linux commands to remove the current server firmware level Learn how to use Linux commands to remove the current level of firmware. b. Select Reject the Temporary Image.rpm Note: The xxxxx represents a specific version of the RPM file. Choose from the following options: v If you do not have the service tools on your server. Click Continue.rpm v Service Aids – ppc64-utils-xxxxx. Perform the following steps: a. c. Select Hardware microcode and firmware in the product list. Validate and Update System Firmware Update System Firmware Reject the Temporary Image 5. To keep your operating system running smoothly. and select Update and Manage Flash. 13. click the operating system for which you want to get a fix. Depending on your selections.Obtaining operating system fixes for AIX or Linux Learn how to download and install fixes for your operating systems. The instructions are included in the procedure. continue with step 9. Choose from the following options: v If you plan to install the fix from your hard drive. 2. if requested. Go to the Fix Central Web site at http://www. go to the Fix Central Web site at . follow these steps: 1. enter the following: diag 10. 3. Additional information about obtaining fixes Find additional information about obtaining fixes. continue with step 2. To install the server firmware fix using the AIX diagnostics. Insert the CD into the CD drive on your server. and press Enter. For more information about fixes for the operating systems. 12. 6. http://www. 11. Follow the on-screen prompts to download the image. On the task selection screen. Click Continue. Note: If you plan to install the fix from CD using the AIX diagnostics. you will need to obtain the Microcode Update Files & Discovery Tool CD. 9. Initialize the terminal type. select Tasks and Service Aids.ibm. On the function selection screen. From a computer or server with an Internet connection. 7.ibm. 5. 4. Select UNIX servers in the product family list. it is important that you install fixes for your operating system code when they are available.com/eserver/support/fixes/ . In the product list.wss/brandmain?brandind=5000025 . The Microcode downloads Web site opens. Follow the instructions for your CD program to create the CD.com/eserver/support/fixes/ 3. Click Continue. v If you need to create the Microcode Update Files & Discovery Tool CD. Using the AIX diagnostics to install the server firmware fix through AIX Use this procedure if you want to use the AIX diagnostics to install the server firmware fix through AIX to the temporary side of the service processor.ibm. you might see additional lists from which you can select specific options. Select Hardware microcode and firmware in the product or fix type list. 1.com/jct01004c/systems/support/supportsite. 4. At the AIX command prompt. Select Validate and Update System Firmware. 5. Obtaining fixes 91 . scroll to the bottom of the list of options. Select UNIX servers in the product family list. go to the Support for IBM System p Web site at http://www-304. 8. 2. continue with step 19. continue with step 15. the system is automatically powered off and powered on. select Mount a File System. Press F4. A list of firmware update image files is displayed. After the installation is complete. 15. The server firmware level that you selected will be installed on the temporary side. 2. 92 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems .img update file into the media drive on your server and select Removable Media. Using the System Management Interface Tool to mount the fix CD for AIX Use this procedure if you want to use SMIT to mount the fix CD for AIX. To verify that the server firmware fix installed successfully. 3. 17. 23. Select the image file that is similar to: /microcode/EMp6/01EM3xx_yyy_zzz. On the System Management screen. 4. 19. 21. use this procedure to correct the problem. During the server firmware installation process. select Commit. 25. On the File Systems screen. The file will be copied to the /var/update_flash_image directory. see “Message regarding a server that was previously managed by an HMC” on page 99. Verify that the fix installed correctly” on page 86 in “Obtaining server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux” on page 83. refer to “Step 6. Choose from the following options: v If the fix is located on your hard drive. 16. (Optional) Install the server firmware fix permanently” on page 87 in “Obtaining server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux” on page 83. 24. reference codes CA2799FD and CA2799FF are alternately displayed on the control panel. select System Storage Management (Physical and Logical Storage). When finished. mount: 0506-324 Cannot mount /dev/cd0 on /mnt.14. At an AIX command line. 18. see “Message regarding a server that was previously managed by an HMC” on page 99. If you are applying a server firmware fix through AIX and receive a message regarding mounting the CD. select File Systems. Note: If you receive a message stating: This partition does not have the authority to perform the requested function. select Using Smit (information only) for information about how to use SMIT. If you want to install the fix permanently. see “Step 5. type the following command: smitty Note: If you are unfamiliar with the System Management Interface Tool (SMIT). Note: If you receive a message stating: This partition does not have the authority to perform the requested function. The server firmware level that you selected will be installed on the temporary side. type one of the following commands depending on whether you use a graphics terminal or an ASCII terminal: v If you use a graphics terminal. type the following command: smit v If you use an ASCII terminal.img. Enter the fully qualified path name of the file with the flash update image. Insert the Microcode Update Files & Discovery Tool CD that contains the . Continue with step 24. v If the fix is located on a CD. Select the appropriate device and press Enter. On the System Storage™ Management (Physical and Logical Storage) screen. 1. 22. Select File System. 20. Press F7. On the Mount a File System screen. you might need to have service and productivity tools installed for Linux. Download the service tools in the following order: Obtaining fixes 93 .software.5. Do not press Enter until you specify values in all of the required fields. Next.com/webapp/set2/sas/f/lopdiags/home. follow these steps: 1. 7. 9. While performing firmware fixes.rpm v Service Aids – ppc64-utils-xxxxx. running diagnostics. you install the service tools from the CD to the server. type the following at an AIX command line: mount If the CD mounted successfully.ibm. To exit SMIT. Go to the Service and productivity tools Web site at https://www14. Continue with step 6 on page 85 in “Step 3. These tools might include the following: v Platform Enablement Library – librtas-xxxxx. 4. or running other commands at a Linux command line. Table 30. download the service tools to a PC or server that is connected to the Internet and burn a CD that contains the service tools. Obtaining service and productivity tools for Linux Learn about obtaining service and productivity tools for Linux. v If the output is not displayed.rpm v Hardware Inventory – lsvpd-xxxxx. If your server is not connected to the Internet. Choose from the following options: v If the output is displayed. To download and unpack the service tools to your server or CD. and press Enter.html 2. Click your Linux distributor. View and unpack the RPM file that contains the server firmware” on page 85 in “Obtaining server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux” on page 83. specify the following values in the entry fields. yes yes no no 6. 3. To verify that the CD mounted successfully. Click the RPM file for the service tool. continue with the next step.rpm where xxxxx represents a specific version of the RPM file. press F3 several times or press F10. Descriptions and entry field values in the System Management Interface Tool (SMIT) Description FILE SYSTEM name DIRECTORY over which to mount TYPE of file system FORCE the mount? REMOTE NODE containing the file system to mount Mount as a REMOVABLE file system? Mount as a READ-ONLY system? Disallow DEVICE access via this mount? Disallow execution of SUID and sgid programs in this file system? Entry Field /dev/cd0 /mnt cdrfs yes Note: Leave this field blank. a line of output similar to the following is displayed along with the date and time: /dev/cd0 /mnt cdrfs 8. repeat steps 2 on page 92 through 7. this ends this procedure.rpm. Platform Enablement Library – librtas-xxxxx. The information that is displayed is similar to: 94 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . Service Aids – ppc64-utils-xxxxx.ppc64. Insert the CD into the media drive on your server. Using AIX or Linux commands to work with the temporary and permanent side of the service processor Learn how to use AIX or Linux commands to determine which side of the service processor you are booting from. 11. In the File Download window. you will be running on the temporary side of the service processor. Hardware Inventory – lsvpd-xxxxx. The File Download window is displayed indicating the name of the RPM file.rpm c. Follow the instructions for your CD program to create the CD.rpm b. To install the RPM file that contains the service tool. unmount the CD by typing the following at a Linux command line: umount /mnt Working with the temporary and permanent side of the service processor Learn how to determine which side you are booting from. You will need this information later in this procedure if you need to change the boot side.rpm where xxxxx represents a specific version of the RPM file.ppc64. See “Obtaining service and productivity tools for Linux” on page 93. v If the server is not connected to the Internet. and click Save. Note: In most cases. For example. librtas-1. you need to run the following command at a Linux command line for each RPM file: rpm -Uvh filename. 7. 9. Follow these steps to change the boot side using the AIX or Linux commands: 1. Choose from the following options: v If the server is connected to the Internet.rpm.rpm where filename is the name of the RPM file that contains the service tool. librtas-1. continue with the next step. and how to switch to the other side if necessary. v If you are creating a CD. you must obtain the Linux tools. type one of the following commands at a Linux command line: mount -t iso9660 /dev/cdrom /mnt or mount -t iso9660 /dev/dvdrom /mnt 10. 8. For example.1–12. 6. To mount the CD. continue with step 10.a. click Save. Issue the following command at the AIX or Linux command prompt: lsmcode Note: If the lsmcode command does not work on the Linux command line. 5. Record the information that is displayed. 2. Choose from the following options: v If you are installing the file directly to the server.1–12. specify the directory to which you want to download the RPM file. and click Log In. v Click Save settings and continue server firmware boot to save the selected options. 4. Choose one of the following to shut down and restart the managed system based on the state of the server: v Click Save settings to save the selected options. Obtaining fixes 95 . 3. If you need to change the boot side. if necessary. and turn the server firmware on or off. Note: In most cases. The option is available only if the server firmware is in standby mode. select Temporary. Record whether a T or P is shown. The power-off option is only available if the system is powered on. v Linux: The (b) booted side shows whether the firmware matches the temporary or permanent side code. The power state does not change. and shut down and restart the system using the ASMI: 1. you will be running on the temporary side of the service processor.” Switching to the other side of the service processor using ASMI or the control panel Learn how to use the ASMI or the control panel to switch to the other side of the service processor. specify your user ID and password. you will be running on the temporary side of the service processor. v Click Save settings and power on/off. 2. Select Permanent or Temporary based on the information you recorded earlier. Note: In most cases. The power-on option is available only if the system is powered off. On the ASMI Welcome pane. Using the control panel to switch to the other side of the service processor: Learn how to use the control panel to switch to the other side of the service processor. refer to “Switching to the other side of the service processor using ASMI or the control panel. 2. Follow these steps to change the boot side. Using the ASMI to switch to the other side of the service processor: Learn how to use the ASMI to switch to the other side of the service processor. select Permanent. All selected options are saved and the system turns on or off. On the control panel. system:EM310_006 (t) EM310_005 (p) EM310_006 (b) 3. expand Power/Restart Control and select Power On/Off System. and shut down and restart the system using the control panel: 1. indicate to boot to the other boot side of the service processor. press the increment button until 02 is shown on the Function/Data display. In the Firmware boot side for the next boot field. If you need to change the boot side. 3. Follow these steps to change the boot side. if necessary. you will be running on the temporary side of the service processor.” Using the control panel to work with the temporary and permanent side of the service processor Learn how to use the control panel to switch to the other side of the service processor. if you recorded perm or #P. Note: In most cases. In the navigation area. refer to “Switching to the other side of the service processor using ASMI or the control panel. if necessary. if necessary.v AIX: The system is currently booted from the xx image (either temporary or permanent). If you recorded temp or #T. Determine the existing level of firmware Use this procedure to determine the existing level of server firmware when you are unable to start the AIX or Linux operating system or server. Note: Installing the server firmware fixes through the operating system is a disruptive (nonconcurrent) process. Initialize the terminal type. scroll to the bottom of the list of options. the system automatically returns to its original state. Step 1. You can also update the server firmware using the USB port on the service processor. go to the Fix Central Web site at http://www. Troubleshooting firmware fixes Find solutions to problems that you might have while applying a server firmware fix. Press the increment button until the T or P is changed. 1. Select Hardware microcode and firmware in the product list. On the task selection screen. Record the information for the current temporary system firmware image. The server firmware is the part of the Licensed Internal Code that enables hardware. see “Using the USB port on the service processor to install firmware on a system that is not managed by an HMC” on page 97.com/eserver/support/fixes/ 2. Perform Steps 1 through 4. 1. 4. On the function selection screen. press the increment button until 02 is shown on the Function/Data display. Press Enter to accept the changes. Insert the Standalone Diagnostics Version xxxxx CD into the CD drive on the server and boot the CD. and select Update and Manage Flash 5. if requested. On the control panel. 3. 4. For instructions. Contact service and support for details. From a computer or server with an Internet connection.Attention: This process is disruptive. Select UNIX servers in the product family list. Obtaining server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux when you are unable to start the operating system or server Learn how to apply server firmware fixes through AIX or Linux when you are unable to start the operating system or server. Press Enter until the arrow (<) points to T or P. 5. You must manually shut down all of the applications to prevent the system from shutting them down abnormally during this process. such as the service processor. 3. Step 2. Follow these steps to change the boot side. select Tasks and Service Aids. 96 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . 2. Obtain the Microcode Update Files & Discovery Tool CD You will need to obtain the Microcode Update Files & Discovery Tool CD. If you need more information about how to boot the Standalone Diagnostics Version xxxxx CD. 2. At the end of this disruptive process. 3. 1. see “Running stand-alone diagnostics from CD” on page 105. and shut down and restart the system using the control panel.ibm. Shut down and restart the server. 2. After you have the CD. Insert the Microcode Update Files & Discovery Tool CD into the media device. and press Enter. v The temporary level is also known as the installed level. select Validate and Update System Firmware. Choose from the following options: v To use the AIX or Linux command prompt (the operating system must be running and the diagnostics must be available). Apply the server firmware fix 1. If the level of server firmware displayed is not the level that you installed. v To use the ASMI. Note: If you receive a message stating: This partition does not have the authority to perform the requested function. 3. you might see output similar to the following: The current permanent system firmware image is EM310_005. The system is currently booted from the temporary image. so at this time. Notes: v The permanent level is also known as the backup level. perform the following steps: a. If you created a CD or DVD for this procedure. Select the image file that is similar to /microcode/EMp6/01EM3xx_yyy_zzz. 4. c. 5. the temporary level is also the activated level. The current temporary system firmware image is EM310_006.4.” Step 3. Using the USB port on the service processor to install firmware on a system that is not managed by an HMC Learn how to use the USB port to install server firmware on the service processor when the system is not responding. Press F7. For example. continue with the next step. refer to step 4. Step 4. Select the appropriate device and press Enter. see “Message regarding a server that was previously managed by an HMC” on page 99. v The system was booted from the temporary side. A list of firmware update image files is displayed.img. use a new media. Apply the server firmware fix. for example. Press F4. 3. Retry the fix. Verify that the level of server firmware displayed is the level that you installed. Enter the following at a command prompt: lsmcode The existing levels of server firmware are displayed. The server firmware level that you selected will be installed on the temporary side. b. contact your next level of support. 2. Follow the instructions for your CD program to create the CD. EM310_006. Verify that the fix installed correctly Use this procedure to verify that the fix installed correctly. Perform the following steps: a. 1. 5. b. Obtaining fixes 97 . 4. continue with “Step 3. Click Continue. view the level of server firmware displayed in the upper-right corner below the copyright statement on the ASMI Welcome pane. If the problem persists. If the level of server firmware displayed is not the level that you installed. Follow the on-screen prompts to download the image. An information window is displayed. Download the server firmware update and copy it to a USB flash drive Follow this procedure to download the server firmware update to a computer or server with an Internet connection. The Format Removable Disk dialogue box is displayed. If it is not. c. double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the lower right corner of the screen. b. All other fields remain in their default setting. d. Follow the on-screen prompts. 11. Follow the prompts to remove the USB flash drive. A message will display informing you that the operating system recognizes the drive and it is ready to use. Ensure that the File system field displays FAT32 and the Quick Format check box is cleared. Click Continue again. Copy the RPM file to the USB flash drive. Click Continue. Insert the blank. f. Verify that your USB flash drive is formatted to FAT32. 10. and copy it to a USB flash drive. http://www. Continue with “Install the server firmware through the USB port on the service processor assembly” on page 99. Note: These instructions are written for the generic USB flash drive without any added software. From a computer or server with an Internet connection. Click OK when the action is complete. A message will display informing you that the operating system recognizes the drive and it is ready to use. The License Agreement is displayed. 5. e. complete the following steps: a. b. Click Start. Note: The Safely Remove Hardware icon is a slanted green arrow over a box. Select the RPM check box for the server firmware version that you want. c. Plug your USB flash drive into the USB slot of your server or computer. Click I agree to abide by its terms and click Continue. 3. g. Select UNIX servers in the product family list.Only install firmware using the USB port on the service processor if you are directed to do so by your next level of support. Select your machine type and model from the list. 1.ibm. Select Format. and then right-click the appropriate device drive. 7. formatted USB flash drive into the USB port on the server or computer where you copied the RPM file. d.com/eserver/support/fixes/ . Scroll to the bottom of the page and click Continue. or after exchanging the service processor assembly. go to the Fix Central Web site at 2. The available firmware levels are displayed. 6. 8. Select Hardware microcode and firmware in the product list. To remove the USB flash drive safely. e. Double-click My Computer. Perform the following steps: a. 9. 98 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . f. Click Continue. Click OK to allow the process to continue. by an isolation procedure. Attention: A warning message will display to inform you that the format action will erase all of the data in the flash memory. 4. Ensure that the USB flash drive contains the firmware update.” Verify that the firmware installed correctly 1. Verify that the level of server firmware that is displayed is the level that you installed. contact your next level of support. 3. The firmware level will load automatically. Obtaining fixes 99 . 2. you can safely remove the USB flash drive. copy the firmware to the USB flash drive again. Retry the task with another USB flash drive. v C100B103: The firmware installation has been completed successfully. If necessary. Verify that this partition has service authority.Install the server firmware through the USB port on the service processor assembly Important: Do not interrupt this process once you begin. retry installing the firmware using another USB flash drive. Continue with “Verify that the firmware installed correctly. If the problem persists. but you disconnected the HMC because you no longer want to use it to manage the server: This partition does not have the authority to perform the requested function. then contact your service support structure. the firmware installation has failed. SA76-0085 . c. Message regarding a server that was previously managed by an HMC Use this procedure to learn what to do if you receive a message regarding a server that was previously managed by an HMC. If necessary. Note: If a C100B104 code is displayed. Insert the USB flash drive into the USB port on the service processor assembly. v C100B102: The firmware image is being installed on the other side of the flash. Perform the following steps: a. If the level of server firmware that is displayed is not the level that you installed. In this situation. 3. Access the ASMI and view the level of server firmware displayed in the upper-right corner below the copyright statement on the Welcome pane. 1. The following message might be displayed if you previously used an HMC to manage the server. Several checkpoints will be posted on the control (operator) panel during the installation of the firmware: v C100B101: The firmware image is being installed on a side of the flash. Ensure the server is in the standby state. After checkpoint C100B103 is displayed on the control panel. If the problem persists after granting the partition service authority. replace the service processor assembly. refer to the Operations Guide for the Hardware Management Console and Managed Systems. 4. b. The level of firmware on the USB flash drive will be installed onto both the P and T sides of the service processor assembly. 2. 100 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . The Display Diagnostic Log is displayed showing a chronological list of events. If a number other than 11 is shown in the Function/Data display.Collecting reference codes and system information Learn how to collect reference codes and other system information. On the control panel. record the data under the Type column as the first 4 characters of function 11 on the problem reporting form. 3. Record the SRN value shown near the end of the entry. do the following: 1. model. © Copyright IBM Corp. Repeat steps 1-3 for functions 12 through 20. Choose Commit. 9. 5. C. Log in as root user. If an A. These reference codes might indicate functions you select from the control panel display. 4. To collect reference codes and system information. Select this row in the table and press Enter. until you have recorded the machine type. B. Using the control panel to collect reference codes and system information Learn how to use the control panel to collect reference codes and other system information. 2. From the Display Previous Diagnostic Results display. 7. 1. 4. 2007 101 . or use CE login. The reference codes and system information can help determine the correct solution to fix a problem. The details of this log entry are shown. Exit to the command line. 3. Notes: 1. press the increment button until function 11 is shown on the Function/Data display. If 11 is shown in the Function/Data display on the control panel display. From the Function Selection menu. Select Display Previous Diagnostic Results and press Enter. At the command line. If you have a console with Type and Reference Code columns on it. Using AIX tools to collect reference codes and system information Learn how to use AIX tools to collect reference codes and other system information. type diag and press Enter. 6. 10. the numbers that follow are the reference codes. 2. use the data in the Reference Code column as the last 4 characters of function 11. 8. the number might not indicate a problem with the system. Look in the T column for the most recent S entry. functions 11 through 20 display reference codes and system information. select Task Selection and press Enter. or D is displayed as the first character in the Type column. 3. select Display Diagnostic Log Summary. 2. When selected. Record the data. and serial number shown for function 20. Press Enter. 102 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . Supporting diagnostics Learn more about procedures that can aid you in analyzing problems. Occasionally your problem analysis will lead you to more extensive procedures that can help analyze a problem. Running the online and stand-alone diagnostics Use these tools to diagnose hardware problems on your AIX or Linux systems. Use these diagnostics only if you are directed to do so by your next level of support or your hardware service provider. Diagnostics are available for AIX and Linux systems, which can help you perform hardware analysis. Additionally, there are various service aids in AIX diagnostics that can help you with service tasks on the system. If there is a problem, you will receive a Service Request Number (SRN) that can pinpoint the problem and determine a corrective action. If you have AIX installed and it is running, you can perform online diagnostics. However, if the installed AIX cannot be started, or you have Linux installed, you will need to run the diagnostics from a CD or from a NIM server. Running the online diagnostics If you have AIX installed and it can be started, use this procedure to perform diagnostic procedures when directed from another procedure or by service and support. When you run the online diagnostics, and AIX is installed, the support for some devices might not be automatically installed. If this happens, that device will not display in the test list when online diagnostics run. The following modes are available for running the online diagnostics: Service mode This mode provides the most complete check of the system resources, but requires that no other programs are running on the system. When possible, run the diagnostics in service mode. Maintenance mode This mode allows you to check most of the available resources, with the exception of SCSI adapters, memory, processor, and the disk drive used for paging. Concurrent mode This mode allows you to run the online diagnostics on some of the system resources while the system is running normal activity. Running the online diagnostics in service mode Use this procedure to run the online diagnostics in service mode. Perform the following steps: 1. Stop all programs including the AIX operating system. For details, see “Stop the system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console” on page 2. 2. Remove all tapes, diskettes, and CDs. 3. Turn off the system unit power. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2007 103 4. Turn on the system unit power. 5. After the keyboard POST indicator displays on the firmware console, and before the last POST indicator (speaker) displays, press 6 on the keyboard or ASCII terminal to indicate that a service mode boot should be initiated using the customized service mode boot list. 6. Enter any passwords, if requested. 7. When the Diagnostic Operating Instructions screen displays, follow the online instructions to check the desired resources. 8. When finished, contact your next level of support or your hardware service provider with any information you received during the diagnostics, including service request numbers (SRNs). Running the online diagnostics in maintenance mode Use this procedure to run the online diagnostics in maintenance mode. Maintenance mode requires that all activity on the system running the AIX operating system be stopped so that the online diagnostics have most of the resources available. All of the system resources, except the SCSI adapters, memory, processor, and the disk drive used for paging can be checked. Perform the following steps to run the online diagnostics in maintenance mode: 1. Stop all programs running on the system except the AIX operating system. For details, see “Stop the system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console” on page 2. If you need help, contact the system administrator. 2. Log in to the AIX operating system as root user or use CE login. 3. Type the shutdown -m command to stop all activity on the AIX operating system and put it into maintenance mode. 4. When a message indicates that the system is in maintenance mode, enter the diag command to invoke the diagnostic controller so you can run the diagnostics. Note: It might be necessary to set TERM type again. 5. Enter any passwords, if requested. 6. When the Diagnostic Operating Instructions screen displays, follow the online instructions to check the desired resources. Note: If you do not receive the Diagnostic Operating Instructions display, try to run the stand-alone diagnostics. For details, see “Running stand-alone diagnostics” on page 105. 7. When finished, press Ctrl+D to log off from root user or CE login. 8. Contact your next level of support or your hardware service provider with any information you received during the diagnostics, including service request numbers (SRNs). Running the online diagnostics in concurrent mode Use this procedure to run the online diagnostics in concurrent mode. Use concurrent mode to run online diagnostics on some of the system resources while the system is running normal activity. Because the system is running in normal operation, the following resources cannot be tested in concurrent mode: v SCSI adapters connected to paging devices v Disk drive used for paging v Some display adapters and graphics related devices The following levels of testing exist in concurrent mode: 104 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems Share-test level This level tests a resource while the resource is being shared by programs running in the normal operation. This testing is mostly limited to normal commands that test for the presence of a device or adapter. Sub-test level This level tests a portion of a resource while the remaining part of the resource is being used in normal operation. For example, you could test one port of a multiport device while the other ports are being used in normal operation. Full-test level This level requires the device to not be assigned or used by any other operation. This level of testing on a disk drive might require the use of the vary off command. Use the diagnostics display menus to allow you to vary off the needed resource. Perform the following steps to run online diagnostics in concurrent mode: 1. Log in to the AIX operating system as root user, or use CE login. If you need help, contact the system administrator. 2. Enter the diag command to load the diagnostic controller, and display the online diagnostic menus. 3. If requested, enter a password. 4. When the Diagnostic Operating Instructions screen displays, follow the online instructions to check the desired resources. Note: If you do not receive the Diagnostic Operating Instructions display, try to run the standalone diagnostics. For details, see “Running stand-alone diagnostics.” 5. When testing is complete, press F3 to return to the Diagnostic Operating Instructions display. 6. Press F3 again to return to the AIX operating system prompt. 7. Vary on any resources that you varied off. 8. Press Ctrl+D to log off from root user or CE login. 9. When finished, contact your next level of support or your hardware service provider with any information you received during the diagnostics, including service request numbers (SRNs). Running stand-alone diagnostics Learn how to perform a stand-alone diagnostic procedure from CD-ROM or a Network Installation Management (NIM) server when directed from another procedure or by your next level of support. Running stand-alone diagnostics from CD Learn how to run stand-alone diagnostics from a CD. 1. Choose from the following options: v If the system is powered on, continue with step 2. v If the system is powered off, continue with step 3. 2. If the system is powered on, perform these steps: a. Let the system administrator and system users know that the system unit will be shut down. b. Stop all programs including the operating system. For details, see “Stop the system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console” on page 2. c. Continue with step 4. 3. If the system is powered off, power it on. 4. Insert the diagnostic CD in the CD drive. 5. Restart the server. 6. Continue with “Selecting testing options.” Selecting testing options: Supporting diagnostics 105 18. From the Function Select screen. Select Task Selection list and press Enter. Update and manage system Flash. From the Task selection list. 17. When the Diagnostics Operating Instructions are displayed. After a task is selected. define the following: v System console v Language to be used v Type of terminal Note: Depending on the terminal emulator selected. 15. When the keyboard POST indicator (the word keyboard) is shown on the firmware console. select the exit function key from the menu and press Enter. use the ESC key and the number in the screen menus. press the 5 key on either the attached keyboard or the ASCII keyboard to indicate that a service mode boot should be initiated using the default service mode boot list. To perform one of these tasks. press the F3 key to return to the Diagnostic Operating Instructions. Choose from the following options: v To continue testing. 10. v No: Record any information you have about the missing resource and check to ensure that the missing resource is installed correctly. the function keys (Fn) might not function. When testing is complete. When the Welcome screen is displayed. 106 . return to step 7. select the service aid task you want to perform. a resource menu might be presented showing all resources supported by the task. press Enter. Check the list of resources that is displayed. continue with the next step. 8. go to step 11. Note: If you are unable to load the diagnostics to the point where the Diagnostic Operating Instructions display is shown. select one of the following: v If you want to run diagnostics in Problem Determination mode. to report to your service provider. Select All Resources. F3 = ESC key and the #3. 4. 3. v If you want to run diagnostics in Task Selection (Service Aids) mode. replace the missing resource (contact your service provider if necessary). 13. Choose from the following options: System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems 5. 16. including service request numbers (SRNs) or SRCs. and press the P7 (commit) key. to report to your service provider. 2. 14. or the specific resource or resources to be tested. To test the available resources. contact your next level of support or your hardware service provider. 12. In this case. and before the last POST indicator (the word speaker) is shown. Does the list of resources match what you know to be installed in your system? v Yes: Continue with the next step. Record any information you receive during the diagnostics. including service request numbers (SRNs). Record any information you receive during the diagnostics. Follow the instructions for the task selected on each menu or panel. select the Task Selection option from the Function Selection menu. 6. 11. including service request numbers (SRNs). If you cannot correct the problem with a missing resource. 7. 9. continue with the next step. Select Problem determination and press Enter. v To exit stand-alone diagnostics. Record any error information you receive during the diagnostics.1. Continue with step 19 on page 107. When testing is complete. press the F3 key to return to the Diagnostic Operating Instructions. For example. to report to your service provider. For example. This allows the system to boot in stand-alone diagnostics from the NIM server if there is a problem booting from the disk drive.boulder. Diagnostics. you will receive a service request number (SRN) that can help pinpoint the problem and determine a corrective action. Remove the CD from the drive. Table 31. If a problem is found. v Ensure that the Cstate for each stand-alone diagnostics client on the NIM server is kept in the diagnostic boot has been enabled state. Verification that the client system is registered on the NIM server and the diagnostic boot is enabled System response Client status Supporting diagnostics 107 . select the exit function key from the menu and press Enter.3 Installation and migration at http://publib. the network adapter hardware address settings for the client must be updated on the NIM server.com/infocenter/pseries/topic/com. or you have Linux installed.install/doc/insgdrf/insgdrf. including service request numbers (SRNs) and any missing resources. When finished. which are available for AIX and Linux systems.v To continue testing. Note: The ClientName is the name of the system on which you want to run stand-alone diagnostics. 20. Refer to the following table for system responses. return to step 13 on page 106. v If you replace the network adapter in the client. Before running stand-alone diagnostics on these clients from the NIM server. Running stand-alone diagnostics from a Network Installation Management server If the system where you would like to run diagnostics has AIX installed but it cannot be started. v To exit stand-alone diagnostics. the NIM server system administrator must ensure that any needed support for these devices is installed on the server.ibm. v On the client system. the support code for these adapters must be installed into the directory pointed to by the NIM SPOT from which you want to boot that client. Notes: v For NIM clients that have adapters that would typically require that supplemental media be installed when stand-alone diagnostics are run from CD. v All operations to configure the NIM server require root user authority. contact your next level of support or your hardware service provider with any information you received during the diagnostics. 19. the NIM server network adapter should be put in the bootlist after the boot disk drive.aix. use this procedure to perform diagnostic procedures from a Network Installation Management (NIM) server when directed from another procedure or by your next level of support.ibm. Configuring the NIM server Refer to the ″Performing advanced NIM configuration tasks″ chapter of the AIX 5L™ Version 5. Continue with the next step. run the command from the command line on the NIM server: lsnim -a Cstate -z ClientName. A client system connected to a network with a NIM server can boot stand-alone diagnostics from the NIM server if the client-specific settings on both the NIM server and client are correctly configured.pdf for information about performing the following tasks: v Registering a client on the NIM server v Enabling a client to run diagnostics from the NIM server To verify that the client system is registered on the NIM server and the diagnostic boot is enabled. can help you perform hardware analysis. 126. Stop all programs including the AIX or Linux operating system. the client cannot proceed with the NIM boot. and CDs. gateway address. 7. For details. Note: If the client system is registered on the NIM server but Cstate has not been set. When the keyboard indicator is displayed (for example. Enter the client address.pdf . use the Ping test option in the Remote IPL option to verify that the client system can ping the NIM server. If ping returns with a FAILED prompt. 108 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems .ibm. Select Select Boot Options → Install or Boot a Device → Network.0. refer to the ″Troubleshooting NIM″ section of the AIX 5L Version 5.install/doc/insgdrf/insgdrf. Set the network parameters for the adapter from which you want to boot. Enter any requested passwords. see “Stop the system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console” on page 2. Power on the system unit to run stand-alone diagnostics. 8. if the NIM server address is 9. 6. diskettes.3. If you need help. 9. if applicable. server address.42.Table 31. set the gateway address to 0.126. 15. Return to the SMS main menu screen. The client is registered on the NIM server but not enabled to run diagnostics from the NIM server. (for example. 11. either ask the system network administrator or compare the first three octets of the NIM server address and the client address.16 and the client address is 9. Record the current bootlist settings. and subnet mask. Select Set Up Remote IPL (Initial Program Load). 4.boulder. The client is not registered on the NIM server.0.0. the keyboard icon on a graphical display) press the number 1 key on the keyboard to display the system management services (SMS) main menu. the client is prepared to boot from the NIM server.ibm. choose the network adapter that provides the attachment to the NIM server to do the ping operation. 14. 2. 10.0. If the NIM server is set up to allow pinging from the client system.aix. 5. 13.3. contact the system administrator. Change the bootlist so the network adapter attached to the NIM is first in the bootlist. Let the system administrator and system users know that the system unit might be shut down.0. 3. If they are the same. no data will be returned. 16. then set the gateway address in the Remote IPL field to 0.com/infocenter/pseries/topic/com. 12. the first 3 octets (9. Configuring the client and running the stand-alone diagnostics from a NIM server Perform the following steps to run stand-alone diagnostics on a client from the NIM server: 1. Remove all tapes. and then power down the system. You will need to set the bootlist back to the original settings after running diagnostics from the NIM server. Verify with the system administrator and system users that the system unit can shut down using the shutdown command. Note: If the ping fails. Under the Ping test option. If the ping returns with an OK prompt. If there is no gateway between the NIM server and the client.0.3 Installation and migration at http://publib.3. To determine if there is a gateway.126) are the same). Verification that the client system is registered on the NIM server and the diagnostic boot is enabled (continued) #name:Cstate:ClientName:diagnostic boot has been enabled: #name:Cstate:ClientName:ready for a NIM operation:or #name:Cstate:ClientName:B0S installation has been enabled: 0042–053 lsnim: there is no NIM object named ″ClientName″ The client system is registered on the NIM server and enabled to run diagnostics from the NIM server. At the command line. and the system goes into a standby state. In some cases. stand-alone diagnostics have installed successfully. Log in to the system as a user with the authority to run the shutdown or pwrdwnsys (Power Down System) command. or new errors in the service processor error log. v If your system is running AIX. enter one of the following commands: Note: These commands stop the operating system. If the diagnostics did not load. Exit completely from SMS. v Network problems might be preventing you from connecting to the NIM server.17. Performing a slow boot Learn how to perform a slow boot using the control panel or ASMI menus depending on your configuration. Continue with step 19. check the following items: v The bootlist on the client might be incorrect. see “Collecting reference codes and system information” on page 101. The system power turns off.install/doc/insgdrf/insgdrf. type shutdown -h now 3. When the server reports a new error code. If you continue to have problems.boulder. stand-alone diagnostics did not load. Follow the on-screen instructions. 2. you need to perform a slow-mode boot in order to perform extended diagnostic testing. v If the AIX login prompt displays. Supporting diagnostics 109 . After running diagnostics. Press Enter to start function 02. On the control panel. In some cases. Stop the operating system by performing the following steps: a. When the server reports a new error code.com/infocenter/pseries/topic/com. 1. record it for use in subsequent steps. you need to perform a slow-mode boot in order to perform extended diagnostic testing. Note: A slow-mode boot might yield a new reference code on the control panel.x. 4. Record any reference codes that are displayed on the control panel.x displays. refer to the ″Troubleshooting NIM″ section of the AIX 5L Version 5.pdf . use the increment or decrement buttons to scroll to function 02. type shutdown v If your system is running Linux. v If Diagnostic Operating Instructions Version x. restart the system and use SMS to change the IP settings and bootlist sequence back to the original settings. v Verify the settings and the status of the network. the power-on light begins to slowly blink. record it for use in subsequent steps. b.aix. For details. 18. v Cstate on the NIM server might be incorrect. The current IPL type (with pointer) and speed is displayed. 19.ibm.ibm. or new errors in the service processor error log.3 Installation and migration at http://publib. Using the control panel to perform a slow boot Learn how to use the control panel to perform a slow boot. The system will start loading packets while doing a bootp from the network. 20. Note: A slow-mode boot might yield a new reference code on the control panel. and click Log In. After you complete the service action. For details. Power on the server by pressing the white power button. There are many types of dumps that can be performed. which are generated by server firmware when a platform event log entry is truncated v Resource dumps 110 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . specify your user ID and password. you need to perform a slow-mode boot in order to perform extended diagnostic testing. After you are done. When the server reports a new error code. Select Save Settings. record it for use in subsequent steps. Expand Power/Restart Control and select Power On/Off System. In some cases. 8. select the following: v Select Slow in the Set System Boot Speed field. Dumps can occur automatically after a failure or external reset. On the ASMI Welcome pane. 7. 7. This ends the procedure. press Enter to select the IPL speed of slow. Shut down the server. see “Collecting reference codes and system information” on page 101. 6. When manual is shown. v Select Running in the Boot to system server firmware field. or after a manual request. 9. 6. Use the increment or decrement buttons to scroll through the IPL types and speeds. Record any reference codes being displayed. Using the ASMI menus to perform a slow boot Learn how to use the ASMI menus to perform a slow boot. see “Stop the system that is not managed by a Hardware Management Console” on page 2. or new errors in the service processor error log. including copying. change the settings back to what you recorded in step 5. reporting. 5. press Enter multiple times until just 02 is displayed. there are other dumps that generate automatically. Note: These settings will apply to all future boots. and deleting them. 8. The current IPL type and speed (with pointer) is displayed. return to the step in the procedure that caused you to perform a slow boot.5. The dump information provides valuable information on system status and should be reported to your next level of support or your hardware service provider. Then return to the procedure that caused you to perform a slow boot. To exit function 02. These include: v Platform event log entry dumps. On the Power on/off system menu. 2. When S is shown. 4. For details. Performing dumps Learn more about the different types of dumps that can be performed and how to manage them. This ends the procedure. 10. Use the increment or decrement buttons to scroll through the IPL speeds. 3. including: v System dump v Service processor dump In addition. press Enter to select the IPL type of manual. Record the settings so that you can re-enter them after you complete the service actions. 1. Note: A slow-mode boot might yield a new reference code on the control panel. For details. Perform a system dump only under the direction of your next level of support or your service provider. Press Enter on the control panel. Supporting diagnostics 111 . Attention: A platform system dump will abnormally terminate any running partitions. Note: Before performing a system dump. Reselect function 42 and press Enter on the control panel. Use this procedure only under the direction of your next level of support or your service provider. Using the ASMI to perform a system dump If your next level of support or your service provider suspects a wait or loop in the server firmware. see “Initiating a system dump” on page 40. report. 7. On the control panel. Wait for the system to IPL again. If you do not have an HMC. see “Collecting reference codes and system information” on page 101. Use this procedure only under the direction of your next level of support or your service provider.v SMP dumps Performing a system dump A system dump is a collection of data from server hardware and firmware. after first providing to your next level of support or service provider a dump of the operating system (for example. For details on how to copy. which indicates that function 42 has been selected. or delete a dump after you have completed a dump. To perform a system dump. select Manual mode. This ends the procedure. c. Perform the following steps: a. Perform a controlled shutdown of the operating system. Return to Normal mode and wait for the dump to complete. 6. which is a collection of data from the server hardware and firmware. v No: An attention SRC A1xx3042 is displayed. Use the increment or decrement buttons to select function 42 ( system dump). Contact your next level of support or your hardware service provider. Is 00000000 or FF displayed on the control panel for more than 30 seconds? v Yes: The service processor or server firmware is not responding to a request from the control panel. a main storage dump). You can use the ASMI to perform a system dump. you can use the control panel to perform a system dump. after first providing to your next level of support or service provider a dump of the operating system (for example. collect any reference code information from the control panel or the HMC. Using the control panel to perform a system dump If your next level of support or your service provider suspects a wait or loop in the server firmware. they might request that you perform a system dump. they might request that you perform a system dump. 3. refer to “Managing dumps” on page 112. a main storage dump). either after a system failure or a manual request. which is a collection of data from the server hardware and firmware. b. If you do not have an HMC. a main storage dump). follow these steps to perform a system dump: 1. 5. 4. 2. after first providing to your next level of support or service provider a dump of the operating system (for example. Dumps are deleted automatically when a new dump occurs. report. Use this procedure only under the direction of your next level of support or your service provider. external reset. Copying the current dump allows another dump of the same type to be created. Perform a service processor dump only under the direction of your next level of support or your service provider. use this information to manage the dump. or manual request. 3. 112 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . or delete a dump after you have completed a dump. or manual request. which indicates that function 43 has been selected. reporting. Copying a dump Use this procedure to copy a current platform dump or current main storage dump when the Main Storage Dump auto copy option is disabled. you must manage your platform dumps with the HMC. or manual request.Performing a service processor dump A service processor dump is a collection of data from a service processor either after a failure. and deleting it. and wait for the dump to complete. Press Enter on the control panel. Reselect function 43 and press Enter on the control panel. after first providing to your next level of support or service provider a dump of the operating system (for example. 4. v No: An attention SRC A1xx 3043 is displayed. refer to “Managing dumps. On the control panel. b. after first providing to your next level of support or service provider a dump of the operating system (for example. This ends the procedure. external reset. 2. To perform a service processor dump. If you do not have an HMC. 5. Using the control panel to perform a service processor dump A service processor dump is a collection of data from a service processor either after a failure. follow these steps to perform a service processor dump: 1. external reset. a main storage dump). For details on how to copy. Perform the following steps: a. Note: If you have an HMC.” Using the ASMI to perform a service processor dump A service processor dump is a collection of data from a service processor either after a failure. Managing dumps After you have performed a dump. If you do not have an HMC. a main storage dump). except for log dumps. or one occurs automatically. Return to Normal mode. Contact your next level of support or your hardware service provider. You can use the ASMI to perform a service processor dump. Use the increment or decrement buttons to select function 43 (service processor dump). including copying. a main storage dump). Use this procedure only under the direction of your next level of support or your service provider. see “Initiating a service processor dump” on page 41. Is 00000000 or FF displayed on the control panel for more than 30 seconds? v Yes: The service processor or server firmware is not responding to a request from the control panel. you can use the control panel to perform a service processor dump. select Manual mode. after first providing to your next level of support or service provider a dump of the operating system (for example. 6. you must manage your platform dumps with the HMC. Platform dumps are saved in AIX under the following directory: /var/adm/platform Note: If the AIX partition becomes the service partition after it was installed. Note: If you have an HMC. Report the dump only if you are directed to do so by your next level of support or service provider. Copy the dump only if you are directed to do so by your next level of support or service provider. run the following command to create this directory: platform_dump -f jfs2 or platform_dump -f jfs This command will create the /var/adm/ras/platform file system. run the following command to create this directory: platform_dump -f jfs2 or platform_dump -f jfs This command will create the /var/adm/ras/platform file system. you must manage your platform dumps with the HMC. Note: If you have an HMC. Using the Linux command line to report a dump: Supporting diagnostics 113 . Copy the dump only if you are directed to do so by your next level of support or service provider. This is done automatically during installation if the AIX partition was marked as the service partition before it was installed.Using the AIX command line to copy a dump: Learn how to use the AIX command line to copy a dump. Platform dumps are saved in Linux under the following directory: /var/log/dump/ Reporting a dump Find out how to report a dump using the AIX or Linux command line. Using the AIX command line to report a dump: Learn how to report a dump using the AIX command line. Platform dumps are saved in AIX under the following directory: /var/adm/platform Note: If the AIX partition becomes the service partition after it was installed. This is done automatically during installation if the AIX partition was marked as the service partition before it was installed. Using the Linux command line to copy a dump: Learn how to use the Linux command line to copy a dump. 114 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . Deleting a dump Use this procedure to delete a dump when dump copies are no longer needed by your next level of support or your hardware service provider. Using the Linux command line to delete a dump: Learn how to delete a dump using the Linux command line. Platform dumps are saved in AIX under the following directory: /var/log/dump/ Report the dump only if you are directed to do so by your next level of support or service provider. Using the AIX command line to delete a dump: Learn how to delete a dump using the AIX command line. this directory is created automatically if the AIX partition was marked as the service partition before it was installed. Platform dumps are saved in AIX under the following directory: /var/adm/platform Delete the dump only if directed to do so by your next level of support or service provider. Platform dumps are saved in Linux under the following directory: /var/log/dump/ Delete the dump only if directed to do so by your next level of support or service provider. Note: If the AIX partition becomes the service partition after it was installed.Learn how to report a dump using the Linux command line. During an installation. run the following command to create this directory: platform_dump -f jfs2 or platform_dump -f jfs to create the /var/adm/ras/platform file system. v Use Electronic Service Agent™ with AIX 5.197.Proxy type as HTTP .253.Connecting to service and support Learn how to set up and configure your server to use the service tools for your operating environment. then specify the following: .42. such as dialing 9 to dial outside the network – Use of commas if delayed dialing is needed – Point to Point Protocol (PPP) required for dial connection – Available tty or vty devices v © Copyright IBM Corp.ecc_client delivers a complete service and support proxy that can be used as a common exit point for Electronic Service Agent. Indirect means that you are behind a Network Address Translation (NAT) firewall. Direct means that you have a globally routable address without an intervening firewall. an Internet connection is defined as access to the Internet from a server by direct or indirect access.41 v For dial-up (modem) connection. Setting up AIX or Linux to connect to service and support Learn how to create a service connection to send service information from AIX or Linux servers to service and support.51.34. and then how to contact IBM service and support.3 TL6) and later. v Use ASMI to configure your service processor with the call-home policy. 207.146.25. Step 1.252. determine necessary configuration settings. Complete prerequisites Depending on your situation. 204. In this document.160. – Internet connection over Secure Sockets Layer (SSL). and 207.Proxy port (port 80 is the set default proxy port) – The bos. 2007 115 . This procedure contains the complete list of steps needed to set up connectivity to service and support. which would block the ports that are needed for communication to service and support.Proxy IP .30.212. 129.42. default configuration – Indirect Internet connection using a network proxy – Direct dial-up connection over SSL Step 2. complete one of the following: v For an Internet connection. ensure that the following port is open for communication: Protocol TCP port 443 with the following IP addresses: 129.17. including: – If an HTTP proxy is available within your network.3 Technology Level 6 (AIX 5.25. v Determine how Electronic Service Agent will be connected to service and support. – If HTTPS traffic is restricted. Decide on your connectivity method Choose the method that best describes your situation. including: – Local area code (if 10 digit dialing is required) – Predial information. determine necessary configuration settings. Welcome back will be displayed. 1. This connection enables you to report hardware problems and other server information to service and support. The flow of service information and problems through the service connection from the servers to service and support.Step 3. Create an IBM ID for each of the people you want to have access to the information that Electronic Service Agent reports to IBM. 2. v If you are not registered. Go to the My IBM Profile Web site. Install and configure the operating system Refer to the operating system documentation to complete the following: v Install the operating system on your server v Configure your TCP/IP network v Activate TCP/IP on your server 116 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . usually your central server. This connection is represented in the following illustration: Figure 3. Record your IBM ID (the e-mail address that you registered). Ensure that your physical network is set up correctly Verify the physical connection from your site to service and support. 3. You must associate these accounts with a server.) The people for whom you create IDs must have system administrator authority on all registered servers. click Register and fill out the registration form. (You can add other servers later. you can click Sign in and see if your e-mail address is recognized. v If you are registered. Step 5. It also enables you to install updates. Or. Obtain or verify an ID You must have an IBM ID so that you can view information that has been reported to IBM through Electronic Service Agent. Verify that you are registered or begin the registration process. Step 4. you must have an authority level of either administrator or service provider. it has the Electronic Service Agent 6. you need to attach a modem to the system port on your server.1 detects any previous releases of Electronic Service Agent installed on the system. 1. Step 7. and click Log In. A test of the call-home system is performed as specified by the current port and modem selections. To configure the modem. In addition. Configure the service processor You might use this type of service connection if your server is not available.3 TL6 and later system. b. b. If you are using AIX 5. To configure the service processor system port. go to Software support: Installing IBM Support Assistant and Electronic Service Agent and follow the instructions for installing Electronic Service Agent. Note: To perform these steps. follow these steps: a. To set up your service processor to connect to service and support. c. 2. because the service processor does not require an operating system to perform its tasks. follow these steps: Select Call-Home Test. To a. 6.3 TL6 and later. Click Save settings to save the setting changes. expand System Service Aids. Electronic Service Agent 6. Click Initiate call-home test. On the ASMI Welcome pane. you need to use the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) menus to perform several configuration steps. Perform the following steps to install Electronic Service Agent 6. specify your user ID and password.1 code in the base operating system. Select Modem Configuration. b. 4. follow these steps: a. test the call-home policy. To see if Electronic Service Agent is already installed on this system. Step 6. If you are using Linux. as part of the AIX installation media. Connecting to service and support 117 . Click Save settings. c. Select Call-Home/Call-In Setup. Modify the appropriate fields in the S1 and S2 sections. 3. Select Serial Port Setup. as long as the network adapter is recognized and can communicate with the network when the AIX or Linux operating system is started.1 (and later) on an AIX 5. follow these steps: a. b. Click Save settings. Check if information is returned from running the command. You are required to uninstall previous releases of Electronic Service Agent before you can activate the new one. enter the following on an AIX command line: lslpp -lcq | grep -i esagent 2. c. 1. Install Electronic Service Agent for AIX or Linux To install Electronic Service Agent you need to install the code on your system and prepare to activate Electronic Service Agent. To configure the call-home and call-in policy. Enter the desired text into the specified fields. Modify the appropriate fields in the S1 (used with the call-home feature) and S2 (used with the call-in feature) sections. In the navigation area.Note: TCP/IP starts automatically. 5. Tip: To go directly to the Electronic Service Agent main panel. see Electronic Service Agent V6. If you are using Linux. v Configuring the operational settings of Electronic Service Agent. 4. e. Configure Electronic Service Agent for Linux” on page 120. complete this task: 1. Click Problem Determination → Electronic Service Agent. enter the following at the command prompt: smit esa_main d. c. specify to start the activation wizard. Default values for operational settings are used during activation. When you are finished with the wizard. Select Configure Electronic Service Agent. Specify contact and location information. Select Configure Service Connectivity. b. then Electronic Service Agent is installed. a. after installing the IBM Support Assistant and Electronic Service Agent download code using InstallShield. 3. Log on to the system as root or sign on using a root-authorized ID. Select the Connection Type of the service connection you are creating or changing.3 TL6 and later. The Electronic Service Agent file set is bos. Note: Consider the following when selecting the connection type: v A direct Internet connection is faster than a dial-up connection. v If any information is returned. Use your normal installation process to install Electronic Service Agent. Click Help from the wizard panels if you have questions about the specific panel or the information to enter. 2. 118 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems .esagent. busy or unavailable. skip to “Step 10. b. Configure your service connection. Enter smit at the AIX command prompt. For more information about installing Electronic Service Agent. Go to the directory that contains the Electronic Service Agent installation file. a. the secondary or tertiary service connection will be used. Activating Electronic Service Agent consists of the following: v Specifying contact and location information so IBM support knows the location of the system running Electronic Service Agent and who to contact about a problem sent to IBM support by Electronic Service Agent. Step 8. f. c.v If no information is returned. If the primary service connection is not configured. You can change the operational settings during configuration of Electronic Service Agent. and the location information for the system.1 in the IBM Systems Software Information Center. then Electronic Service Agent is not installed. v Configuring the service connection to IBM support so that Electronic Service Agent can send service information. Press Enter. Select Create/Change Service Configuration → Create/Change Primary Service Configuration or Create/Change Secondary Service Configuration or Create/Change Tertiary Service Configuration. Enter contact information for the person IBM support can contact about problems reported by Electronic Service Agent. If you are using AIX 5. Activate Electronic Service Agent for AIX or Linux The activation of Electronic Service Agent consists of all steps necessary to enable problem detection and reporting and transmission of service information to IBM support. 1. Skip to “Step 11. In the IP address field. see Electronic Service Agent V6. Skip to “Step 11.3 TL6 and later in the IBM Systems Software Information Center. see Electronic Service Agent on AIX 5. After the activation of Electronic Service Agent. 6. 3. Enter yes in the Test service configuration field to automatically test the connection when Enter is pressed. Authorize users to view service information” on page 120. After you configure your service connection. Depending on your connection type. In the Authentication userid ID field. If you decide to use the IBM service and support proxy. 5. service and support proxy. enter the port number on which the proxy server accepts connections. HTTP proxy connection paths. Specifying connection paths is done using the System Management Interface Tool (SMIT). These are the connection paths that Electronic Service Agent will use to report problems and send service information to IBM support. 8. For more information on an exit point system. however. or modem (dial-up). 4. select one of the following options: v Connecting to IBM support through a direct Internet connection Connecting through a direct HTTPS Internet connection is fast and efficient. no additional configuration action is needed. Connecting to service and support 119 . After the connection information is entered. Press Enter to create or change the service configuration. the current standard for Internet traffic. 2. problem monitoring and service information collection functions become active. For more information about activating Electronic Service Agent. Press Enter to create or change the service configuration. press Enter to create or change the service configuration and to test the connection path if previously selected. In the Port field. 3. reporting to IBM support begins. 2. Note: If you use the default direct Internet connection. Enter yes in the Test service configuration field to automatically test the connection when Enter is pressed. it is your only option if you don’t have a direct connection to the Internet. 1. Step 9. 7. Select Help from the SMIT panels if you have questions about the specific panel or the information to enter. enter the IP address of the proxy server through which this system will attempt to connect. However.1 in the IBM Systems Software Information Center. v Connecting to IBM support through a proxy Connecting through the IBM service and support proxy or your HTTP proxy can be fast and easy from your business network. it should be created on an exit point system. and minimizes the number of systems directly connected to the Internet. When Electronic Service Agent connects to IBM support it uses IPv4.v A proxy connection minimizes the number of systems that are directly connected to the Internet. Authorize users to view service information” on page 120. enter the userid to use if the proxy server requires authentication. each Electronic Service Agent client must have a separate Internet connection. Configure Electronic Service Agent for AIX Electronic Service Agent can connect to IBM support through direct Internet (direct HTTPS connection). v Connecting to IBM support through a dial-up connection Connecting through modem support (dial-up) is slower than other connection methods and each Electronic Service Agent client must have a separate Internet connection. Enter the password interactively when prompted if the proxy server requires authentication. choose this option when you are connecting to IBM support through the service and support proxy. enter the port number of the modem to be used for the dialup connection. select one of the following options: v Connectivity . configure PPP protocol by doing the following: a. Configure Electronic Service Agent for Linux Electronic Service Agent can connect to IBM support through direct Internet (direct HTTPS connection) or service and support proxy connection paths. 4.boulder. v Service and support proxy . enter https://host name or IP address:port.choose this option when you are connecting to IBM support through a direct Internet connection or through a user supplied proxy. 8. 7. Step 11. In the TTY Port of modem field.1. Authorize users to view service information. and port is the port being used to access Electronic Service Agent. enter the modem type to be used for the dialup connection. 1. pause while dialing. For more information about configuring Electronic Service Agent on Linux. Step 10. In the browser address field. Skip to “Step 11. Select Configure PPP for Dial. If Dial Pre-test fails on Point-to-Point (PPP). In the Alternate telephone number field. In the Primary telephone number field. 5. Depending on your connection type. 3. Log on to the Electronic Service Agent GUI. Press Enter to create or change the service configuration. 11. 120 System p: Operations Guide for ASMI and for Nonpartitioned Systems . If a window opens that warns you about an untrusted site certificate. Go back to the Create/Change Service Configuration panel. Start a browser so you can use the Electronic Service Agent GUI. enter the alternate telephone number that is dialed to connect to AT&T Global Network Services (AGNS). press Enter to create or change the service configuration and to test the connection path if previously selected. Center Web site at http://publib. This is the number that is used if the connection attempt using the primary telephone number is unsuccessful.3 TL6 and later. 4. where host name or IP address is the name or IP address of the system running Electronic Service Agent. or similar requirement. 5. Specify any numbers or characters needed to obtain an outside line. enter any prefix number that must be dialed before the primary or secondary telephone number is dialed. b.” For more information about configuring Electronic Service Agent on AIX 5. 6. The default port is 5024. 2. Authorize users to view service information You can authorize other users with IBM IDs to view service information that was sent to IBM support by Electronic Service Agent. see Configuring Electronic Service Agent in the IBM Systems Software Information Center. For instructions to complete the configuration. accept the certificate or click Yes to proceed to the Electronic Service Agent GUI. Select Settings. These are the connection paths that Electronic Service Agent will use to send service information to IBM support. Go back to the Configure Service Connectivity panel. see Asynchronous Point-to-Point Protocol configuration in the IBM System p and AIX Information . see Configuring Electronic Service Agent in the IBM Systems Software Information Center.com/infocenter/pseries 9. 2. 3. enter the primary telephone number that is dialed to connect to AT&T Global Network Services (AGNS). In the Modem Type field. After the connection information is entered. 10. In the Dial prefix field. Enter yes in the Test service configuration field to automatically test the connection when Enter is pressed.ibm. Collect and send service information Electronic Service Agent collects and sends service information to IBM. click Service information.ibm. Click Send test problem. Step 12.1 in the IBM Systems Software Information Center. On the Collect Service Information panel. 1. and when they will be collected next. you can see what types of service information are collected. visit the Directory of Worldwide Contacts Web site (www. On this panel. Electronic Service Agent setup is complete. and then click Send authorizations. On the main menu of the Electronic Service Agent GUI. 3. see Electronic Service Agent V6. 2. complete the following steps: 1. the ability to ask usage and defect questions about your software. select Help from the GUI panels. For more information about other available operations using Electronic Service Agent. and on-site and remote support for any system concerns through IBM Support. click IBM ID 2. the term service includes repair of hardware. 4. On the main menu of the Electronic Service Agent GUI. For up-to-date contact information. Contacting IBM service and support Use this information to learn how to contact the IBM service and support organization. Connecting to service and support 121 . Click Run to collect information for the service information categories selected and to send it to IBM. see Electronic Service Agent V6. when they were last collected. Click Collect information. Enter the appropriate IBM ID for the authorized user.1 in the IBM Systems Software Information Center. You can exit the GUI. and then click Add. In general. On this panel. Step 13. For more information about other available operations using Electronic Service Agent.1. Send a test problem You can send a test problem to IBM service and support to verify Electronic Service Agent is correctly configured. To manually collect and send service information to IBM. Repeat the previous step until you have entered all of the IBM IDs. If you have questions about the specific panel or the information to enter. 2. select the service information categories that you want to run. On the main menu of the Electronic Service Agent GUI. 3. 3. you can see when service information was last sent to IBM.com/planetwide/) . Manually collecting and sending service information to IBM is done using the Electronic Service Agent GUI. click Problem information. Service information consists of software information about the system being monitored by Electronic Service Agent. Click Refresh list of problems to verify that the test problem is displayed in the problem summary list. 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