IBM. Hardware Maintenance Manual Types 2254, 2256, 2257, 6336, 6337, 6339, 6341, 6342, 6346, 6347, 6348

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1 IBM Hardware Maintenance Manual Types 2254, 2256, 2257, 6336, 6337, 6339, 6341, 6342, 6346, 6347, 6348

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3 IBM Hardware Maintenance Manual Types 2254, 2256, 2257, 6336, 6337, 6339, 6341, 6342, 6346, 6347, 6348

4 Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information und First Edition (July 2001) The following paragraph does not apply to the United Kingdom or any country where such provisions are inconsistent with local law: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION AS IS WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE LIMITED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not allow disclaimers or express or implied warranties in certain transactions; therefore, this statement may not apply to you. This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are periodically made to the information herein; these changes will be incorporated in new editions of the publication. IBM may make improvements or changes in the products or the programs described in this publication at any time. Requests for technical information about IBM products should be made to your IBM Authorized Dealer or your IBM Marketing Representative. Copyright International Business Machines Corporation All rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.

5 About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for the IBM computer Types 2254, 2256, 2257, 6336, 6337, 6339, 6341, 6342, 6436, 6347, This manual is divided into product service sections (by machine chassis) and a related service section, as follows: v v The product service sections include procedures for isolating problems to a FRU, a Symptom-to-FRU Index, additional service information and an illustrated parts catalog. The related service section includes safety notices and safety information, and problem determination tips. Note: This manual is intended for trained servicers who are familiar with IBM Personal Computer products. Use this manual along with advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively. Before servicing an IBM product, be sure to review the Safety notices (multi-lingual translations) on page 211 and Safety information on page 207. Important Safety Information Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this book before performing any of the instructions. Prenez connaissance de toutes les consignes de type Attention et Danger avant de procéder aux opérations décrites par les instructions. Lesen Sie alle Sicherheitshinweise, bevor Sie eine Anweisung ausführen. Accertarsi di leggere tutti gli avvisi di attenzione e di pericolo prima di effettuare qualsiasi operazione. Copyright IBM Corp iii

6 Leia todas as instruções de cuidado e perigo antes de executar qualquer operação. Lea atentamente todas las declaraciones de precaución y peligro ante de llevar a cabo cualquier operación. iv Hardware Maintenance Manual

7 Contents About this manual iii Important Safety Information iii Chapter 1. General Checkout Chapter 2. General Information Features Specifications Physical specification small desktop model.. 5 Physical specification desktop model Physical specifications microtower model... 7 Chapter 3. Diagnostics Setup Utility program Product Recovery Program menu Diagnostics Diagnostics program download Navigating through the diagnostics programs.. 12 Running diagnostics tests Test selection Module test menu/hardware configuration report 13 Memory Diagnostic tests Alert-On LAN test Asset ID test Test results Hard file Smart test Quick and Full erase - hard drive Iomega Zip drive test Asset EEPROM backup Viewing the test log When to use the Low-Level Format program Preparing the hard disk drive for use Chapter 4. Installing Options Locating the connectors on the front of your computer Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer Home PNA network adapter Removing the cover - small desktop model Locating components - small desktop model Identifying parts on the system board - small desktop model Installing memory - small desktop model Installing DIMMs Installing adapters - small desktop model Installing internal drives - small desktop model.. 30 Drive specifications Installing a drive Installing a Rope Clip - small desktop model Replacing the cover and connecting the cables - small desktop model Removing the cover - desktop model Locating components - desktop model Identifying parts on the system board - desktop model Installing memory - desktop model Installing DIMMs Installing adapters - desktop model Installing internal drives - desktop model Drive specifications Installing a drive Installing a Rope Clip - desktop model Replacing the cover and connecting the cables - desktop model Removing the cover - microtower model Locating components - microtower model Moving the power supply - microtower model.. 46 Identifying parts on the system board - microtower model Installing memory - microtower model Installing DIMMs Installing adapters - microtower model Installing internal drives - microtower model Drive specifications Installing a drive Installing a Rope Clip - microtower model Replacing the cover and connecting the cables - microtower model Chapter 5. FRU Replacements Identifying parts on the system board Replacing a System Board - Small Desktop Model 60 Replacing a processor - Small Desktop Model Power supply removal - Small Desktop Model.. 62 Replacing a System Board - Desktop Model Replacing a processor - Desktop Model Power supply removal - Desktop Model Replacing a system board - Microtower Model.. 65 Replacing a processor - Microtower Model Power supply removal - Microtower Model Chapter 6. Symptom-to-FRU Index SDRAM memory errors Hard disk drive boot error Power Supply Errors Diagnostic error codes Beep symptoms No-beep symptoms POST error codes Miscellaneous error messages Undetermined problems Chapter 7. Parts Small Desktop Model Desktop Model Microtower Model Copyright IBM Corp v

8 Chapter 8. Additional Service Information Security features Passwords Vital product data Management Information Format (MIF) Alert on LAN BIOS levels Flash (BIOS/VPD) update procedure Flash recovery boot block jumper Power management Automatic configuration and power interface (ACPI) BIOS Advanced Power Management Automatic Hardware Power Management features Setting Automatic Hardware Power Management features Automatic Power-On features Network settings Flash over LAN (update POST/BIOS over network) Wake on LAN Chapter 9. Related service information 207 Safety information General safety Electrical safety Safety inspection guide Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices Grounding requirements Safety notices (multi-lingual translations) Send us your comments! Problem determination tips Notices Trademarks vi Hardware Maintenance Manual

9 Chapter 1. General Checkout This general checkout procedure is for Types 2254, 2256, 2257, 6336, 6337, 6339, 6341, 6342, 6346, 6347, and 6348 computers. Attention: The drives in the computer you are servicing might have been rearranged or the drive startup sequence changed. Be extremely careful during write operations such as copying, saving or formatting. Data or programs can be overwritten if you select an incorrect drive. Diagnostic error messages appear when a test program finds a problem with a hardware option. For the test programs to properly determine if a test Passed, Failed or Aborted, the test programs check the error-return code at test completion. See Diagnostics on page 12. General error messages appear if a problem or conflict is found by an application program, the operating system, or both. For an explanation of these messages, refer to the information supplied with that software package. Notes: v Types 2254, 2256, 2257, 6336, 6337, 6339, 6341, 6342, 6346, 6347, and 6348 computers default to come up quiet (no beep and no memory count and checkpoint code display) when no errors are detected by POST. v To enable beep and memory count and checkpoint code display when a successful POST occurs, do the following: 1. Select Start Options in the Configuration/Setup Utility program (see Setup Utility program on page 10). 2. Set Power-On Self-Test to Enhanced. v Before replacing any FRUs, ensure that the latest level of BIOS is installed on the system. A down-level BIOS might cause false errors and unnecessary replacement of the system board. For more information on how to determine and obtain the latest level BIOS, see BIOS levels on page 199. v If multiple error codes are displayed, diagnose the first error code displayed. v If the computer hangs with a POST error, go to Symptom-to-FRU Index on page 69. v If the computer hangs and no error is displayed, go to Undetermined problems on page 109. v If an installed device is not recognized by the diagnostics program, that device might be defective Power-off the computer and all external devices. 2. Check all cables and power cords. 3. Make sure the system board is seated properly. 4. Set all display controls to the middle position. 5. Power-on all external devices. 6. Power-on the computer. 7. Check for the following response: v Readable instructions or the Main Menu. Copyright IBM Corp

10 DID YOU RECEIVE THE CORRECT RESPONSE? If NO, continue to 002. If YES, proceed to If the Power Management feature is enabled, do the following: 1. Start the Configuration/Setup Utility program (see Setup Utility program on page 10) 2. Select Power Management from the Configuration/Setup Utility program menu. 3. Select APM. 4. Be sure APM BIOS Mode is set to Disabled. If it is not, press Left Arrow (}) or Right Arrow (Æ) to change the setting. 5. Select Automatic Hardware Power Management. 6. Set Automatic Hardware Power Management to Disabled. 7. If the problem persists, continue to Run the Diagnostic programs. If necessary, refer to Diagnostics on page 12. v If you receive an error, replace the part that the diagnostic program calls out or go to Symptom-to-FRU Index on page 69. v If the test stops and you cannot continue, replace the last device tested. 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual

11 Chapter 2. General Information Features This section provides an overview of the computer features, preinstalled software, and specifications. Microprocessor Intel Pentium III with 256 KB of internal L2 cache memory and MMX technology or an Intel Celeron with 256 KB of internal L2 cache memory and MMX technology Memory v Support for two dual in-line memory modules (DIMMs) v 512 KB flash memory for system programs Internal drives v 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB diskette drive (some models) v Internal hard disk drive v EIDE CD drive or DVD drive (some models) Video controller Dynamic video memory technology Audio subsystem 16-bit integrated Sound Blaster Pro compatible audio subsystem Connectivity v 10/100 Mbps integrated Intel ethernet controller that supports the Wake on LAN feature v Modem (some models) System management features v Remote Program Load (RPL) and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) v Wake on LAN v Wake on Ring (in the Configuration/Setup Utility program, this feature is called Serial Port Ring Detect for an external modem and Modem Ring Detect for an internal modem) v Remote Administration v Automatic power-on startup v System Management (SM) BIOS and SM software v Ability to store POST hardware test results Input/output features v 25-pin, Extended Capabilities Port (ECP)/Extended Parallel Port (EPP) v Two 9-pin serial connectors v Four 4-pin, USB connectors v PS/2 mouse connector Copyright IBM Corp

12 v v v v v v PS/2 keyboard connector Ethernet connector Monitor connector Three audio connectors (line in, line out, and microphone) Front connectors on some small desktops (S/PDIF, microphone, and headphone) Front IEEE 1394 connector (some small desktop models) Expansion v Drive bays Small desktop model: Three Desktop model: Four Microtower model: Four v 32-bit PCI expansion slots Small desktop model: Three (expansion cards must be low profile) Desktop model: Three Microtower model: Three Power v 95 W, 120 W, or 155 W power supply with manual voltage selection switch v Automatic 50/60 Hz input frequency switching v Advanced Power Management support v Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support Security features v Power-on and administrator passwords v Support for the addition of a Rope Clip and lockable cable (varies by mechanical chassis) v Startup sequence control v Startup without diskette drive, keyboard, or mouse v Unattended start mode v Diskette and hard disk I/O control v Serial and parallel port I/O control v Security profile by device IBM preinstalled software Your computer might come with preinstalled software. If it does, an operating system, device drivers to support built-in features, and other support programs are included. Operating systems (supported) v Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition (Me) v Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional v Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition Operating systems (tested for compatibility) 1 1. The operating systems listed here are being tested for compatibility at the time this publication goes to press. Additional operating systems might be identified by IBM as compatible with your computer following the publication of this booklet. Corrections and additions to this list are subject to change. To determine if an operating system has been tested for compatibility, check the Web site of the operating system vendor. 4 Hardware Maintenance Manual

13 v Microsoft Windows 95 v Microsoft Windows NT Workstation Version 4.0 v Microsoft Windows XP Personal and Professional Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Physical specification small desktop model Dimensions Height: 88 mm (3.4 in.) Width: 305 mm (12.0 in.) Depth: 380 mm (14.9 in.) Weight Minimum configuration as shipped: 8.5 kg (18 lb) Maximum configuration: 8.6 kg (19 lb) Environment Air temperature: System on: 10 to 35 C(50 to 95 F) System off: 10 to 43 C(50 to 110 F) Maximum altitude: 2134 m (7000 ft) Note: The maximum altitude, 2134 m (7000 ft), is the maximum altitude at which the specified air temperatures apply. At higher altitudes, the maximum air temperatures are lower than those specified. Humidity: System on: 8% to 80% System off: 8% to 80% Electrical input Input voltage: Low range: Minimum: 90 V ac Maximum: 137 V ac Input frequency range: Hz Voltage switch setting: 115 V ac High range: Minimum: 180 V ac Maximum: 265 V ac Input frequency range: Hz Voltage switch setting: 230 V ac Input kilovolt-amperes (kva) (approximate): Minimum configuration as shipped: 0.08 kva Maximum configuration: 0.30 kva Heat output (approximate) in British thermal units (Btu) per hour: Minimum configuration: 188 Btu/hr (55 watts) Maximum configuration: 256 Btu/hr (75 watts) Airflow Approximately 0.25 cubic meters per minute (9 cubic feet per minute) maximum Acoustical noise-emission values Average sound-pressure levels: At operator position: Idle: 38 dba Operating: 43 dba At bystander position - 1 meter (3.3 ft): Idle: 33 dba Operating: 37 dba Declared (upper limit) sound-power levels: Idle: 3.75 bels Operating: 4.99 bels Note: These levels were measured in controlled acoustical environments according to the procedures specified by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) S12.10 and ISO 7779 and are reported in accordance with ISO Actual sound-pressure levels in a given location might exceed the average values stated because of room reflections and other nearby noise sources. The declared sound-power levels indicate an upper limit, below which a large number of computers will operate. Note: The computer is classified as a Class A or Class B digital device. See the Quick Reference for further information about this classification. Note: Power consumption and heat output vary depending on the number and type of optional features installed and the power-management optional features in use. Chapter 2. General Information 5

14 Physical specification desktop model Dimensions Height: 140 mm (5.5 in.) Width: 425 mm (16.7 in.) Depth: 425 mm (16.7 in) Weight Minimum configuration as shipped: 14.0 kg (30 lb) Maximum configuration: 17.3 kg (25.0 lb) Environment Air temperature: System on: 10 to 35 C(50 to 95 F) System off: 10 to 43 C(50 to 110 F) Maximum altitude: 2134 m (7000 ft) Note: The maximum altitude, 2134 m (7000 ft), is the maximum altitude at which the specified air temperatures apply. At higher altitudes, the maximum air temperatures are lower than those specified. Humidity: System on: 8% to 80% System off: 8% to 80% Electrical input Input voltage: Low range: Minimum: 90 V ac Maximum: 137 V ac Input frequency range: Hz Voltage switch setting: 115 V ac High range: Minimum: 180 V ac Maximum: 265 V ac Input frequency range: Hz Voltage switch setting: 230 V ac Input kilovolt-amperes (kva) (approximate): Minimum configuration as shipped: 0.08 kva Maximum configuration: 0.3 kva Heat output (approximate) in British thermal units (Btu) per hour: Minimum configuration: 240 Btu/hr (75 watts) Maximum configuration: 940 Btu/hr (160 watts) Airflow Approximately 0.34 cubic meters per minute (12 cubic feet per minute) maximum Acoustical noise-emission values Average sound-pressure levels: At operator position: Idle: 38 dba Operating: 43 dba At bystander position - 1 meter (3.3 ft): Idle: 33 dba Operating: 37 dba Declared (upper limit) sound-power levels: Idle: 4.8 bels Operating: 5.1 bels Note: These levels were measured in controlled acoustical environments according to the procedures specified by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) S12.10 and ISO 7779 and are reported in accordance with ISO Actual sound-pressure levels in a given location might exceed the average values stated because of room reflections and other nearby noise sources. The declared sound-power levels indicate an upper limit, below which a large number of computers will operate. Note: The computer is classified as a Class A or Class B digital device. See the Quick Reference for further information about this classification. Note: Power consumption and heat output vary depending on the number and type of optional features installed and the power-management optional features in use. 6 Hardware Maintenance Manual

15 Physical specifications microtower model Dimensions Height: 192 mm (7.6 in.) Width: 385 mm (15.2 in.) Depth: 388 mm (15.3 in.) Weight Minimum configuration as shipped: 9.4 kg (20 lb) Maximum configuration: 11.3 kg (25.0 lb) Environment Air temperature: System on: 10 to 35 C(50 to 95 F) System off: 10 to 43 C(50 to 110 F) Maximum altitude: 2134 m (7000 ft) Note: The maximum altitude, 2134 m (7000 ft), is the maximum altitude at which the specified air temperatures apply. At higher altitudes, the maximum air temperatures are lower than those specified. Humidity: System on: 8% to 80% System off: 8% to 80% Electrical input Input voltage: Low range: Minimum: 90 V ac Maximum: 137 V ac Input frequency range: Hz Voltage switch setting: 115 V ac High range: Minimum: 180 V ac Maximum: 265 V ac Input frequency range: Hz Voltage switch setting: 230 V ac Input kilovolt-amperes (kva) (approximate): Minimum configuration as shipped: 0.08 kva Maximum configuration: 0.3 kva Heat output (approximate) in British thermal units (Btu) per hour: Minimum configuration: 240 Btu/hr (75 watts) Maximum configuration: 705 Btu/hr (160 watts) Airflow Approximately 0.5 cubic meters per minute (18 cubic feet per minute) maximum Acoustical noise-emission values Average sound-pressure levels: At operator position: Idle: 38 dba Operating: 43 dba At bystander position - 1 meter (3.3 ft): Idle: 33 dba Operating: 37 dba Declared (upper limit) sound-power levels: Idle: 4.8 bels Operating: 5.1 bels Note: These levels were measured in controlled acoustical environments according to the procedures specified by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) S12.10 and ISO 7779 and are reported in accordance with ISO Actual sound-pressure levels in a given location might exceed the average values stated because of room reflections and other nearby noise sources. The declared sound-power levels indicate an upper limit, below which a large number of computers will operate. Note: The computer is classified as a Class A or Class B digital device. See the Quick Reference for further information about this classification. Note: Power consumption and heat output vary depending on the number and type of optional features installed and the power-management optional features in use. Chapter 2. General Information 7

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17 Chapter 3. Diagnostics Setup Utility program Product Recovery Program menu Diagnostics Diagnostics program download Navigating through the diagnostics programs.. 12 Running diagnostics tests Test selection Module test menu/hardware configuration report 13 Memory Diagnostic tests Alert-On LAN test Asset ID test Test results Hard file Smart test Quick and Full erase - hard drive Iomega Zip drive test Asset EEPROM backup Viewing the test log When to use the Low-Level Format program Preparing the hard disk drive for use The following tools are available to help identify and resolve hardware-related problems. v Setup Utility program v Power-On Self-Test (POST) POST Beep Codes Error Code Format v Diagnostics program v Recovery utility Full recovery Partial recovery v Repair utility Copyright IBM Corp

18 Setup Utility program Attention: A customized setup configuration (other than default settings) might exist on the computer you are servicing. Running the Setup Utility program might alter those settings. Note the current configuration settings and verify that the settings are in place when service is complete. The Setup Utility (configuration) program is stored in the permanent memory of the computer. This program includes settings for the following: v System Summary v Product Data v Devices and I/O Ports v Start Options v Date and Time v System Security v Advanced Setup v Power Management To run the Setup Utility program, use the following procedure. 1. Power-off the computer and wait for a few seconds until all in-use lights go off. 2. Power-on the computer. 3. When the Setup Utility prompt appears on the screen during start-up, press F1. The Setup Utility menu will appear. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen. 5. When finished, select System Summary to verify that any configuration changes have been accepted. 10 Hardware Maintenance Manual

19 Product Recovery Program menu Type 2254, 2256, 2257, 6336, 6337, 6339, 6341, 6342, 6346, 6347, 6348 machines have recovery and diagnostics programs on a separate hard drive partition. The Enhanced Diagnostics diskette is not shipped with the machine or the HMM. To download the Diagnostics program, see Diagnostics program download on page 12. At startup, the machine displays the following prompt: To start the Product Recovery Program, press F11 CAUTION: Make sure all data is backed up to avoid loss when the Product Recovery program is used. After depressing F11, you are given the following options. v IBM Backup and Restore This utility will restore your most recent backup of your operating system, applications, and data. v v Note: This item should only appear if the IBM Backup and Restore program has been installed Full recovery This utility reformats the hard drive and restores all original files. System utilities 1. Repair (Windows NT 4.0 and 2000 Only) This runs the Windows NT 4.0 emergency repair utility. 2. Run Diagnostics Runs the IBM Enhanced Diagnostic Program. 3. Create a Diagnostics Diskette Creates a bootable diagnostic diskette. 4. System Information Displays information about your computer configuration and allows the user to gather system information that would be needed during a Help Center call. 5. Create Recovery/Repair Diskette (Disk to Disk Solution Only) Creates a startable diskette to restore access to the IBM Product Recovery program on the hard disk. Chapter 3. Diagnostics 11

20 Diagnostics The Diagnostics program uses a full range of diagnostic utilities to determine the operating condition of the computer s hardware components. For a complete list of error codes and messages, see Symptom-to-FRU Index on page 69. Diagnostics program download To download the Diagnostics program, do the following: v v v v v v Go to Select Support. Select Desktop computing from the Search by Category pull-down menu. Select NetVista from the Product Family list. Search for the machine type in the Quick Path box on the left. Select Diagnostics from the Downloadable files by Category pull-down menu or go directly to the link PC Enhanced Diagnostics diskette from the Downloadable files by date list. This link will take you to the self-starting utility download and instructions. Navigating through the diagnostics programs Use the cursor movement keys to navigate within the menus. v The Enter key is used to select a menu item. v The Esc key is used to back up to the previous menu. v For online help select F1. Running diagnostics tests There are four ways to run the diagnostic tests. 1. Using the cursor movement keys, highlight Run Normal Test or Run Quick Test from the Diagnostics menu and then press Enter. This will automatically run a pre-defined group of tests from each test category. Run Normal Test runs a more extensive set of tests than does Run Quick Test and takes longer to execute. 2. Press F5 to automatically run all selected tests in all categories. See Test Selection. 3. From within a test category, press Ctrl-Enter to automatically run only the selected tests in that category. See Test Selection. 4. Using the cursor movement keys, highlight a single test within a test category, then press Enter. This will run only that test. Press Esc at any time to stop the testing process. Test results, (N/A, PASSED, FAILED, ABORTED), are displayed in the field beside the test description and in the test log. See Viewing the test log on page 16. Test selection To select one or more tests, use the following procedure. 12 Hardware Maintenance Manual 1. Open the corresponding test category. 2. Using the cursor movement keys, highlight the desired test. 3. Press the space bar.

21 A selected test is marked by >>. Pressing the space bar again de-selects a test and removes the chevron. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 above to select all desired tests. Module test menu/hardware configuration report Depending on the diagnostics version level you are using, the installed devices in the computer are verified in one of two ways. 1. At the start of the diagnostic tests, the Module Test Menu is displayed. Normally, all installed devices in the computer are highlighted on the menu. 2. At the start of the diagnostic tests, the main menu appears. From this menu, select System Info, then select Hardware Configuration from the next menu. Normally, all installed devices in the computer are highlighted on this report. If an installed device is not recognized by the diagnostics program, then review the following: v v v v v v The diagnostic code for the device is not in the Diagnostics program. Run the diagnostics provided with that device. The missing device is defective or it requires an additional diskette or service manual. An unrecognizable device is installed. A defective device is causing another device not to be recognized. The SCSI controller failed (on the system board or SCSI adapter). Use the procedure in Undetermined problems on page 109 to find the problem. If a device is missing from the list, replace it. If this does not correct the problem, use the procedure in Undetermined problems on page 109. Memory Diagnostic tests The Memory Diagnostics provide the capability to identify a particular RIMM memory module which fails during testing. Use the System Board Layout section to reference the memory sockets, or select F1 twice to load the Diagnostics online manual and select SIMM/DIMM/RIMM Locator. Follow the steps below to locate the Memory Diagnostic tests options. 1. Select the DIAGNOSTICS option on the toolbar and press Enter. 2. Highlight either the Memory Test-Full or Memory Test-Quick option and press Enter. 3. v Memory Test-Full The full memory test will take about 80 seconds per MB of memory and will detect marginal, intermittent, and solid (stuck) memory failures. Chapter 3. Diagnostics 13

22 v Memory Test-Quick The quick memory test will take about 20 seconds per MB of memory and will detect solid (stuck) memory failures only. Notes: v Either level of memory testing can be performed on all memory or a single RIMM socket. v RIMM memory requires that all memory slots be filled, either with a RIMM or a continuity module (C-RIMM). Alert-On LAN test The Alert On LAN test does the following: v v v v Determines if Alert On LAN is supported on the system. Checks the revision ID register. Verifies the EEPROM checksum. Validates that a software alert can be sent. Asset ID test The Asset ID test does the following: v v v Determines if Asset ID is supported on the system. Verifies the EEPROM areas. Performs an antenna detection test. Test results Diagnostics test results will produce the following error code format: Function Code Failure Type DeviceID Date ChkDigits Text v v v v v v Function Code: Represents the feature or function within the PC. Failure Type: Represents the type of error encountered. DeviceID: Contains the component s unit-id which corresponds to either a fixed disk drive, removable media drive, serial or parallel port, processor, specific RIMM, or a device on the PCI bus. Date: Contains the date on which the diagnostic test was run. The date is retrieved from CMOS and displayed using the YYYYMMDD format. ChkDigits: Contains a 2-digit check-digit value to ensure the following: Diagnostics were run on the specified date. Diagnostics were run on the specified IBM computer. The diagnostic error code is recorded correctly. Text: Description of the error. 14 Hardware Maintenance Manual

23 Note: See Diagnostic error codes on page 72 for error code listings. Hard file Smart test Use the Hard File Smart Test when the system management tool has detected a hard file SMART alert. The Smart test does the following: v Interrogates IDE devices for support of the SMART instruction set. v Issues a ENABLE SMART command to make sure SMART functionality is active. v Checks the SMART RETURN STATUS command to determine if any thresholds have been exceeded. If thresholds have been exceeded, an error message is shown, and the test fails. If no SMART is supported by the drive, the test returns with N/A. Quick and Full erase - hard drive The Diagnostics program offers two hard drive format utilities: v v Quick Erase Hard Drive Full Erase Hard Drive The Quick Erase Hard Drive provides a DOS utility that performs the following steps. v Destroys the Master Boot Record (MBR) on the hard drive. v v v Destroys all copies of the FAT Table on all partitions (both the master and backup). Destroys the partition table. Provides messages that warn the user that this is a non-recoverable process. Chapter 3. Diagnostics 15

24 The Full Erase Hard Drive provides a DOS utility that performs the following steps. v Performs all the steps in Quick Erase. v Provides a DOS utility that writes random data to all sectors of the hard drive. v v Provide an estimate of time to completion along with a visual representation of completion status. Provides messages that warn the user about non-recoverable process. Important: Make sure that all data is backed up before using the Quick or Full Erase functions. To select the Quick Erase or Full Erase Hard Drive utility, use the following procedure. 1. Select the UTILITY option on the toolbar and press Enter. 2. Select either the QUICK ERASE or FULL ERASE HARD DISK option and follow the instructions. Iomega Zip drive test Use the Iomega Zip Drive Test to test the Zip drive and the drive interface. The test takes about 20 seconds to run. The default tests the following: v Controller v Max Seek (50 times) v Random Seek (300 sectors) Asset EEPROM backup When replacing a system board, this utility allows the backup of all Asset information from the EEPROM to diskette. This utility also restores data to the EEPROM from diskette after replacement of the system board. To run this utility, use the following procedure. v Select Utility v Select Asset EEPROM Backup v Follow instructions on screen. Viewing the test log Errors reported by the diagnostic test will be displayed by the program as a failed test. To view details of a failure or to view a list of test results, use the following procedure from any test category screen. v Press F3 to activate the log file. v Press F3 again to save the file to diskette or F2 to print the file. 16 Hardware Maintenance Manual

25 When to use the Low-Level Format program Notes: 1. The low-level format is not available on all diagnostic diskettes. 2. Before formatting the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of the files on the drive to be formatted. Use the Low-Level Format program in the following situations: v When you are installing software that requires a low-level format. v When you get recurring messages from the test programs directing you to run the Low-Level Format program on the hard disk. v As a last resort before replacing a hard disk drive. Preparing the hard disk drive for use When the Low-Level Format program is finished, restore to the hard disk all the files that you previously backed up. 1. Partition the remainder of the hard disk for the operating system. (The commands vary with the operating system. Refer to the operating system manual for instructions.) 2. Format the hard disk using the operating system. (The commands vary with the operating system. Refer to the operating system manual for instructions.) 3. Install the operating system. You are now ready to restore the files. Chapter 3. Diagnostics 17

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27 Chapter 4. Installing Options Locating the connectors on the front of your computer Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer Home PNA network adapter Removing the cover - small desktop model Locating components - small desktop model Identifying parts on the system board - small desktop model Installing memory - small desktop model Installing DIMMs Installing adapters - small desktop model Installing internal drives - small desktop model.. 30 Drive specifications Installing a drive Installing a Rope Clip - small desktop model Replacing the cover and connecting the cables - small desktop model Removing the cover - desktop model Locating components - desktop model Identifying parts on the system board - desktop model Installing memory - desktop model Installing DIMMs Installing adapters - desktop model Installing internal drives - desktop model Drive specifications Installing a drive To connect the first IDE CD drive or DVD drive To connect an additional IDE CD drive or DVD drive To connect an additional IDE hard disk drive 42 Installing a Rope Clip - desktop model Replacing the cover and connecting the cables - desktop model Removing the cover - microtower model Locating components - microtower model Moving the power supply - microtower model.. 46 Identifying parts on the system board - microtower model Installing memory - microtower model Installing DIMMs Installing adapters - microtower model Installing internal drives - microtower model Drive specifications Installing a drive To connect the first IDE CD drive or DVD drive To connect an additional IDE CD drive or DVD drive To connect an additional IDE hard disk drive 55 Installing a Rope Clip - microtower model Replacing the cover and connecting the cables - microtower model Locating the connectors on the front of your computer The following illustrations show the location of the connectors on the front of the small desktop computers IEEE 1394 connector (some models) 2 Front USB connector 3 Front USB connector 4 S/PDIF connector 5 Microphone connector 6 Headphone connector Copyright IBM Corp

28 1 Front USB connector 2 Front USB connector The following illustration shows the location of the connectors on the front of the desktop computer. 1 Front USB connector 2 Front USB connector 20 Hardware Maintenance Manual

29 The following illustration shows the location of the connectors on the front of the microtower computer. 1 Front USB connector 2 Front USB connector Chapter 4. Installing Options 21

30 Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer The following illustration shows the location of the connectors on the rear of the small desktop model computer. 1 Mouse connector 2 Parallel connector 3 Ethernet connector 4 Serial connector 5 Power connector 6 PCI slots 7 Microphone connector 8 Audio line in connector 9 Audio line out connector 10 USB connectors 11 Monitor connector 12 Serial connector 13 Keyboard connector Note: The connectors on the rear of the computer have color-coded icons to help you to determine where to connect the cables on your computer. 22 Hardware Maintenance Manual

31 The following illustration shows the location of the connectors on the rear of the desktop model computer. 1 Power connector 2 Mouse connector 3 Parallel connector 4 Ethernet connector 5 Serial connector 6 PCI slots 7 Microphone connector 8 Audio line in connector 9 Audio line out connector 10 USB connectors 11 Monitor connector 12 Serial connector 13 Keyboard connector Note: The connectors on the rear of the computer have color-coded icons to help you to determine where to connect the cables on your computer. Chapter 4. Installing Options 23

32 The following illustration shows the location of the connectors on the back of the microtower model computer. 1 Mouse connector 2 Keyboard connector 3 Serial connector 4 Parallel connector 5 Monitor connector 6 USB connectors 7 Ethernet connector 8 Audio line out connector 9 Audio line in connector 10 Microphone connector 11 Serial connector 12 PCI slots 13 Power connector Note: The connectors on the rear of the computer have color-coded icons to help you to determine where to connect the cables on your computer. 24 Hardware Maintenance Manual

33 Connector Description Mouse connector Used to attach a mouse, trackball, or other pointing device that uses a PS/2 mouse connector. Keyboard connector Used to attach a keyboard that uses a PS/2 keyboard connector. Serial connectors Used to attach an external modem, serial printer, or other device that uses a 9-pin serial connector. Parallel connector Used to attach a parallel printer, parallel scanner, or any other device that requires a 25-pin parallel connection. USB connectors Used to attach a device that requires a Universal Serial Bus (USB) connection, such as a USB scanner or USB printer. If you have more than four USB devices, you can purchase a USB hub, which you can use to connect additional USB devices. Ethernet connector Used to attach an Ethernet cable that uses an Ethernet connector. Note: To operate the computer within FCC Class A or Class B limits, use a category 5 Ethernet cable. Audio line out connector Used to send audio signals from the computer to external devices, such as powered stereo speakers (speakers with built-in amplifiers), headphones (greater than 18 ohms), multimedia keyboards, or the audio line in connector on a stereo system or other external recording device. Audio line in connector Used to receive audio signals from an external audio device, such as a stereo system. When you attach an external audio device, a cable is connected between the audio line out connector of the device and the audio line in connector of the computer. Microphone connector Used to attach a microphone to your computer when you want to record voice or other sounds on the hard disk using speech-recognition software. Home PNA network adapter Some models might have a Home Phoneline Network Alliance network adapter with an integrated V.90 modem. In addition to its modem function, this adapter enables you to use the telephone wiring in your home for peer-to-peer networking. To use the Home PNA Network adapter, you must install the Intel AnyPoint software from the Software Selections CD. Each computer on the home PNA network must have a PNA network adapter and the associated software installed. For information about using the PNA network adapter or the AnyPoint software, refer to the AnyPoint documentation (provided with models that come with PNA network adapters only). Chapter 4. Installing Options 25

34 Connect each computer on a home PNA network directly to a telephone-line wall connector. If you have more computers than telephone-line wall connectors in a room, use a telephone splitter at the wall connector. Actual network transfer speeds depend on many factors, such as home wiring configuration, and are often less than the maximum possible. Some Internet service provider (ISP) accounts do not allow Internet sharing or they charge extra for it. Your ISP access agreement might require you to have more than one account. Check your ISP access agreement for more information. Removing the cover - small desktop model To remove the cover: 1. Shut down your operating system, remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or tapes) from the drives, and turn off all attached devices and the computer. 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. 3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. 4. Remove the screw that secures the top cover at the rear of the system unit. 5. Hold both sides of the system unit top cover and push it forward. Lift the top cover up to remove it completely. 26 Hardware Maintenance Manual

35 Locating components - small desktop model The following illustration will help you locate the various components in your computer. 1 Power supply 2 PCI slot 3 System board 4 Microprocessor and heat sink 5 DIMM 6 Hard disk drive 7 CD drive or DVD drive 8 Diskette drive Identifying parts on the system board - small desktop model The system board, also called the planar or motherboard, is the main circuit board in your computer. It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of devices that are IBM-installed or that you can install later. Chapter 4. Installing Options 27

36 See the following illustration for the location of parts on the system board. 1 Fan connector 2 Microprocessor 3 DIMM 1 4 DIMM 2 5 Power connector 6 Power connector 7 Hard disk LED connector 8 Power LED connector 9 Diskette connector 10 Secondary IDE connector 11 Primary IDE connector 12 Front USB connector 13 Virtual clear CMOS/BIOS recovery jumper (JP14) 14 Battery 15 PCI slot 16 PCI slot 17 PCI slot 18 CD-ROM audio connector 19 Front panel connector Installing memory - small desktop model Your computer has two connectors for installing dual in-line memory modules (DIMMs) that provide up to a maximum of 512 MB of system memory. Installing DIMMs When installing DIMMs, the following rules apply: v Fill each system memory connector sequentially, starting at DIMM 1 v Use 3.3 V, synchronous, 168-pin, unbuffered, 133 MHz, nonparity, synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) v Use 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB, or 256 MB DIMMs in any combination v DIMM heights of 38.1 mm (1.5 inches) To install a DIMM: 28 Hardware Maintenance Manual

37 1. Remove the cover. See Removing the cover - small desktop model on page To locate the DIMM connectors. See Identifying parts on the system board - small desktop model on page Open the retaining clips. 4. Make sure the notches in the DIMM align with the tabs on the connector. Push or insert the DIMM straight down into the connector until the retaining clips close. Notches What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to Replacing the cover and connecting the cables - small desktop model on page 33. Installing adapters - small desktop model This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing adapters. Your computer has three expansion slots for low profile peripheral component interconnect (PCI) adapters. To install an adapter: 1. Remove the cover. See Removing the cover - small desktop model on page 26. Chapter 4. Installing Options 29

38 2. Remove the slot screw and slot cover for the appropriate expansion slot. 3. Install the adapter and insert the retaining screw. v v What to do next: To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. To complete the installation, go to Replacing the cover and connecting the cables - small desktop model on page 33. Installing internal drives - small desktop model This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing internal drives. Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data. You can add or replace drives in your computer to increase storage capacity and to enable your computer to read other types of media such as CD-ROM. Internal drives are installed in bays. Within this book, the bays are referred to as bay 1, bay 2, and so on. When you install an internal drive, it is important to note what type and size of drive that you can install in each bay. Also, it is important to correctly connect the internal drive cables to the installed drive. Drive specifications Your computer might come with the following IBM-installed drives: v A 3.5-inch diskette drive in bay 1 v A CD drive or DVD drive in bay 2 v A 3.5-inch hard disk drive in bay 3 Bays that do not have drives installed have a static shield and bay panel installed. 30 Hardware Maintenance Manual

39 The following illustration shows the locations of the drive bays The following table describes some of the drives that you can install in each bay and their height requirements. 1 Bay 1 - Max Height: 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) 2 Bay 2 - Max Height: 41.3 mm (1.6 in.) 3 Bay 3 - Max Height: 12.7 mm (0.5 in.) 3.5-inch diskette drive (preinstalled in some models) CD-ROM drive (standard in some models) 3.5-inch hard disk drive (preinstalled) Notes: 1. Drives that are greater than 41.3 mm (1.6 in.) high cannot be installed. 2. Install removable media (tape or CD) drives in the accessible bay: bay 1 or 2. Installing a drive To install a CD drive or DVD drive in bay 2, follow these steps. 1. Remove the cover (see Removing the cover - small desktop model on page 26). 2. If you are installing a drive with removable media, insert a flat blade screwdriver into one of the slots on the static shield in the drive bay into which you installed the drive and gently pry the static shield loose from the drive bay. 3. Make sure the drive is set correctly as the master device. Refer to the documentation that comes with your CD drive or DVD drive for master/slave jumper information. 4. Lift the latch and remove the drive mounting tray. 5. Install the drive into the bay. Align the screw holes and insert the four screws. Chapter 4. Installing Options 31

40 6. Slide the drive cage halfway into the mounting tray. 7. Each integrated drive electronics (IDE) drive requires two cables; a four-wire power cable that connects to the power supply, and a signal cable that connects to the system board. You might also have an audio cable to connect. To connect a CD drive or DVD drive to your computer, follow these steps. a. Locate the signal cable that came with your computer or with the new drive. b. Locate the secondary IDE connector and the CD-ROM audio connector on the system board. See Identifying parts on the system board - small desktop model on page 27. c. Connect one end of the signal cable to the secondary IDE connector on the system board and the other to the CD drive or DVD drive. d. Your computer has extra power connectors for connecting additional drives. Connect the power cable to the drive. 8. If you have a CD-ROM drive audio cable, connect it to the drive and the system board. 9. Slide the drive cage in and engage the latch. 10. If the drive you installed is a removable-media drive, remove the bay panel from the front bezel. What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to Replacing the cover and connecting the cables - small desktop model on page Hardware Maintenance Manual