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The Lenovo System x3100 M5 Type 5457 server

This Installation and Service Guide contains information and instructions for setting up your Lenovo System x3100 M5 Type 5457 server, instructions for installing some optional devices, cabling and configuring the server, removing and replacing devices, and diagnostics and troubleshooting information.

In addition to the instructions in Installing optional devices for installing optional hardware devices, updating firmware and device drivers, and completing the installation, Business Partners must also complete the steps in Instructions for Business Partners.

The Lenovo System x3100 M5 Type 5457 server 1 includes 4U or 5U models. It is a self-contained, high performance tower system, which is scalable in cost, configuration and performance.

Performance, ease of use, reliability, manageability and expansion capabilities were key considerations in the design of the server. These design features make it possible for you to customize the system hardware to meet your needs today and provide flexible expansion capabilities for the future.

The server comes with a limited warranty. For information about the terms of the warranty and getting service and assistance, see the Lenovo Warranty Information document that comes with the server.

The server contains Lenovo next generation technologies, which help increase performance and reliability. For more information, see What your server offers and Reliability, availability, and serviceability.

You can obtain up-to-date information about the server and other Lenovo server products at the Lenovo System x website. At the Lenovo Support Portal, you can create a personalized support page by identifying Lenovo products that are of interest to you. From this personalized page, you can subscribe to weekly email notifications about new technical documents, search for information and downloads, and access various administrative services.

If you participate in the client reference program, you can share information about your use of technology, best practices, and innovative solutions; build a professional network; and gain visibility for your business. For more information about the client reference program, see the IBM Client Reference Materials website.

If firmware and documentation updates are available, you can download them from the Lenovo Web site. The server might have features that are not described in the documentation that comes with the server, and the documentation might be updated occasionally to include information about those features, or technical updates might be available to provide additional information that is not included in the server documentation. To check for updates, go to the Lenovo Support Portal.

Record information about the server in the following table.

Table 1. Record of the system information.

Four column table for documenting the system name, machine type, model, and serial number.

Product nameMachine Type (s)Model numberSerial number
Lenovo System x3100 M5 serverType 5457  

The model number and serial number are on the ID label on the front of the server, as shown in the following illustrations for the respective 4U and 5U server models.

Note
The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.
Figure 1. Location of model type/serial number of the 4U server model with non-hot-swap power supplies
Location of model type/serial number of the 4U server model with non-hot-swap power supplies
Figure 2. Location of model type/serial number of the 5U server model with hot-swap power supplies
Location of model type/serial number of the 5U server model with hot-swap power supplies

Important: The server keys cannot be duplicated by a locksmith. If you lose them, order replacement keys from the key manufacturer. The key serial number and the telephone number of the manufacturer are on a tag that is attached to the keys.

In addition, the system service label, which is on the cover of the server, provides a QR code for mobile access to service information. You can scan the QR code using a QR code reader and scanner with a mobile device and get quick access to the Lenovo Service Information Web site. The Lenovo Service Information website provides additional information for parts installation and replacement videos, and error codes for server support.

In addition, the system service label, which is on the cover of the server, provides a QR code for mobile access to service information. You can scan the QR code using a QR code reader and scanner with a mobile device and get quick access to the Lenovo Service Information website. The Lenovo Service Information website provides additional information for parts installation and replacement videos, and error codes for server support.

The following illustration shows the QR code (http://ibm.co/1ja7bP8):
Figure 3. QR code
QR code

You can download the Lenovo ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD to help you configure the hardware, install device drivers, and install the operating system.

For a list of supported optional devices for the server, see the Lenovo ServerProven website.

  • Server features and specifications
    Use this information for an overview of the server features and specifications.
  • What your server offers
    The server uses the following features and technologies.
  • Reliability, availability, and serviceability
    Three important computer design features are reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS). The RAS features help to ensure the integrity of the data that is stored in the server, the availability of the server when you need it, and the ease with which you can diagnose and correct problems.
  • Systems Director
    Systems Director is a platform-management foundation that streamlines the way you manage physical and virtual systems in a heterogeneous environment. By using industry standards, Systems Director supports multiple operating systems and virtualization technologies in Lenovo and non-Lenovo x86 platforms.
  • Server controls, LEDs, and power
    This section describes the controls and light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and how to turn the server on and off.
  • Server components
    The section shows the major components in the server.
  • Safety
    Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.
  • Notices
    Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area.
1 Racks are measured in vertical increments of 4.45 cm (1.75 inches) each. Each increment is called a "U." A 1-U-high device is 1.75 inches tall