Compaq ProLiant 5500, ProLiant 5500R Setup And Installation Manual

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ProLiant 5500 and 5500R
Setup and Installation Guide For Pentium II Xeon and Pentium III Xeon Processor-based Servers
Second Edition (March 1999) Part Number 328470-002 Compaq Computer Corporation
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Notice

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Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R Servers Setup and Installation Guide, For Pentium II Xeon and Pentium III Xeon Processor-based Servers
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Contents

About This Guide
Using the Compaq Systems Reference Library CD.................................................................... ix
Text Conventions ......................................................................................................................... x
Symbols in Text........................................................................................................................... xi
Symbols on Equipment ............................................................................................................... xi
Rack Stability............................................................................................................................. xii
Getting Help.............................................................................................................................. xiii
Compaq Website................................................................................................................xiii
Telephone Numbers...........................................................................................................xiii
Chapter 1
Introduction
Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R...........................................................................................1-1
Standard Features...................................................................................................................... 1-1
Processor............................................................................................................................ 1-1
System Memory.................................................................................................................1-2
Expansion Slots.................................................................................................................. 1-2
Media Bays......................................................................................................................... 1-2
SCSI ...................................................................................................................................1-3
Video..................................................................................................................................1-3
Supported Interfaces ..........................................................................................................1-4
ROM...................................................................................................................................1-4
Fans .................................................................................................................................... 1-4
Power Supply..................................................................................................................... 1-4
High-Availability Features................................................................................................. 1-5
System Management.......................................................................................................... 1-5
Management and Configuration Tools......................................................................................1-6
SmartStart and Support Software.......................................................................................1-6
Compaq Insight Manager...................................................................................................1-7
Automatic Server Recovery-2 (ASR-2).............................................................................1-8
Security Features....................................................................................................................... 1-9
Compaq Integrated Remote Console ...............................................................................1-10
Compaq Integrated Management Display ....................................................................... 1-11
Supported Internal Drive Configurations................................................................................ 1-12
Pre-Failure Warranty............................................................................................................... 1-13
Insight Manager Alert......................................................................................................1-13
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Chapter 2
Installation Overview
Server Warnings and Precautions ............................................................................................. 2-2
Pre-installation Planning...........................................................................................................2-3
Power Requirements ..........................................................................................................2-3
Grounding ..........................................................................................................................2-4
Server Temperature Requirements.....................................................................................2-4
Installation Procedure................................................................................................................2-5
Installing a Rack Mount Model ......................................................................................... 2-5
Installing a Tower Model...................................................................................................2-6
Chapter 3
Rack-Mount Server Installation
Rack Warnings and Precautions................................................................................................3-1
Airflow Requirements...............................................................................................................3-3
Unpacking the Server................................................................................................................3-4
Optional Installation Service..............................................................................................3-4
Locating Materials and Documentation.............................................................................3-5
Rack Resource Kit.............................................................................................................. 3-7
Preparing the Mounting Brackets and Slide Rail Assemblies ..................................................3-8
Attaching the Bracket Rail to the Mounting Bracket .......................................................3-9
Attaching the Mounting Bracket Slide Assembly to the Rack........................................ 3-14
Measuring with the Template .......................................................................................... 3-14
Inserting Cage Nuts in the Rack Frame...........................................................................3-16
Attaching the Mounting Bracket Assembly to the Rack ................................................ 3-18
Attaching Server Rails .....................................................................................................3-20
Attaching the Cable Management Arm Component Bracket ................................................. 3-21
Loading the Rack Server.........................................................................................................3-22
Attaching the Cable Management Arm...................................................................................3-25
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Installing Hardware Components
Preparing the Server.................................................................................................................. 4-2
Accessing Non Hot-Plug Areas.................................................................................................4-2
System Board Switches.................................................................................................... 4-13
Accessing the Fans...........................................................................................................4-16
Interlock System ..............................................................................................................4-17
Integrated Management Device.......................................................................................4-19
Power Supply Locks ........................................................................................................ 4-19
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Installing Hardwar Components
Accessing Hot-Plug Areas ......................................................................................................4-20
Accessing the Hot-Plug SCSI Drives for Wide-Ultra SCSI-3 Models............................4-20
SCSI ID Numbers for Wide-Ultra SCSI-3.......................................................................4-21
Accessing the Hot-Plug SCSI Drives for Wide Ultra2 SCSI Models .............................4-22
SCSI ID Numbers for Wide Ultra2 SCSI ........................................................................4-23
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Chapter 5
Server Configuration and Utilities
Using SmartStart and Support Software ...................................................................................5-1
Compaq System Configuration Utility......................................................................................5-3
Installing an Operating System..........................................................................................5-3
SMP Operating System Support........................................................................................5-4
Loading Compaq Device Drivers..............................................................................................5-4
Diagnostics and Other Utilities................................................................................................. 5-5
Chapter 6
Integrated Management Display
Integrated Management Display Features................................................................................. 6-1
Installing the IMD in the Tower Model....................................................................................6-2
Configuring the Integrated Management Display..................................................................... 6-4
Setup with the System Configuration Utility.................................................................... 6-4
Customizing the Integrated Management Display Fields......................................................... 6-5
Idle Screen Text .................................................................................................................6-5
Custom Menu Item.............................................................................................................6-6
Custom Menu Screen......................................................................................................... 6-6
Server Information............................................................................................................. 6-6
Administrator Information.................................................................................................6-7
Service Information............................................................................................................ 6-8
Standard Display Fields ............................................................................................................ 6-9
Events................................................................................................................................. 6-9
ROM Date..........................................................................................................................6-9
Bootblock Date: .................................................................................................................6-9
Memory..............................................................................................................................6-9
Processor Configuration..................................................................................................... 6-9
F1 Prompt...........................................................................................................................6-9
Contrast............................................................................................................................ 6-10
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Integrated Management Display
Navigating the Menus .............................................................................................................6-10
Normal Run-time Behavior.............................................................................................. 6-10
Navigation Buttons ..........................................................................................................6-10
Display Symbols ..............................................................................................................6-11
System Behavior with Error Events................................................................................. 6-12
Menu Structure................................................................................................................. 6-13
Integrated Management Log ................................................................................................... 6-14
Multiple Ways of Viewing the Log .................................................................................6-15
List of Events ...................................................................................................................6-18
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Cabling for Wide-Ultra SCSI-3
ProLiant 5500 and 5500R Wide-Ultra SCSI-3 Cables and Connectors ...................................7-1
ProLiant 5500 and 5500R Cables Shipped with Server ....................................................7-1
ProLiant 5500 and 5500R Server Cable Kit Contents......................................................7-2
SCSI Cable Connectors...................................................................................................... 7-3
External Cabling........................................................................................................................7-5
Determining Cabling Needs...................................................................................................... 7-6
IDE Controller....................................................................................................................7-6
Integrated SCSI Controller ........................................................................................................ 7-7
Standard SCSI Simplex Configuration..............................................................................7-8
Simplex Board Connectors ................................................................................................ 7-8
Examples................................................................................................................................. 7-13
Example 1: Standard Configuration - Using Integrated SCSI Port 1 for Hard Drives,
SCSI Port 2 for Removable Media Bay...........................................................................7-13
Example 2: Using One Optional SMART-2 Controller for Hard Drives,
Integrated SCSI Port 1 for Removable Media Bay..........................................................7-15
Optional SCSI Duplex Configuration.....................................................................................7-18
Duplex SCSI Channels.....................................................................................................7-18
Example...................................................................................................................................7-27
Example 1: Using Integrated SCSI Port 1 and Port 2 for Hard Drives with
SCSI Input 1 Connected to the Removable Media Bay...................................................7-27
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Chapter 8
Cabling for Wide Ultra2 SCSI
ProLiant 5500 and 5500R Wide Ultra2 SCSI Cables and Connectors.....................................8-1
ProLiant 5500 and 5500R Cables Shipped with Server ....................................................8-1
ProLiant 5500 and 5500R Server Cable Kit Contents......................................................8-2
SCSI Cable Connectors...................................................................................................... 8-3
External Cabling........................................................................................................................8-5
Determining Cabling Needs...................................................................................................... 8-6
Integrated SCSI Controller ........................................................................................................ 8-6
Standard Ultra2 SCSI Configuration .................................................................................8-8
Ultra2 Backplane Board Connectors .................................................................................8-8
Cabling Example....................................................................................................................... 8-9
Standard Cabling Configuration Using Wide Ultra for Removable Media ...................... 8-9
Appendix A
Regulatory Compliance Notices
Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers ..................................................................... A-1
Federal Communications Commission Notice.........................................................................A-1
Class A Equipment............................................................................................................ A-2
Class B Equipment............................................................................................................A-2
Modifications ....................................................................................................................A-3
Cables................................................................................................................................ A-3
Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien)............................................................................................ A-4
Class A Equipment............................................................................................................ A-4
Class B Equipment............................................................................................................A-4
Mouse Compliance Statement.................................................................................................. A-4
European Union Notice............................................................................................................A-4
Japanese Notice........................................................................................................................ A-5
Taiwanese Notice..................................................................................................................... A-6
Laser Devices........................................................................................................................... A-6
Laser Safety Warnings...................................................................................................... A-6
Compliance with CDRH Regulations............................................................................... A-6
Compliance with International Regulations......................................................................A-7
Laser Product Label .......................................................................................................... A-7
Laser Information.............................................................................................................. A-7
Regulatory Compliance Label Location .................................................................................. A-8
Battery Replacement Notice..................................................................................................... A-9
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Appendix B
Electrostatic Discharge
Grounding Methods.................................................................................................................. B-2
Appendix C
Power Cord Set Requirements
General Requirements.............................................................................................................. C-1
Country-Specific Requirements............................................................................................... C-2
Index
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About This Guide

This guide is designed to be used as step-by-step instructions for installation, and as a reference for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades.
IMPORTANT: These instructions are for use with Pentium II and Pentium III Xeon processor-based servers only.
The power supplies in this computer system produce hazardous energy levels. The guide is for the person who installs, administers, and repairs servers. Compaq assumes you are qualified in the servicing of computer equipment and trained in recognizing hazards in products with hazardous energy levels.
WARNING: There is a risk of personal injury from hazardous energy levels. The installation of options and routine maintenance and service of this product shall be performed by individuals who are knowledgeable about the procedures, precautions, and hazards associated with equipment containing hazardous energy circuits.

Using the Compaq Systems Reference Library CD

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The Compaq Systems Reference Library CD (SRL) provides a wide variety of user, reference, and integration information. The SRL contains additional details on Compaq technology and provides information such as modem documentation, maintenance instructions, technotes, and part numbers for ordering options or spares. You can use the full-text search to find the information you need quickly.
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Text Conventions

This document uses the following conventions to distinguish elements of text:
Keys
Keys appear in boldface. A plus sign (+) between two keys indicates that they should be pressed simultaneously.
USER INPUT
FILENAMES
Menu Options, Command Names, Dialog Box Names
COMMANDS, DIRECTORY NAMES, and DRIVE NAMES
Type When you are instructed
Enter When you are instructed
User input appears in a different typeface and in uppercase.
File names appear in uppercase italics. These appear in initial capital letters.
These always appear in uppercase.
information
information and then press the
without
pressing the
information, type the
to type
Enter
to enter
information, type the
key.
Enter
key.
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Symbols in Text

These symbols may be found in the text of this guide. They have the following meanings.
WARNING: Indicates that failure to follow directions in the warning could result in bodily harm or loss of life.
CAUTION: Indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information.
IMPORTANT: Presents clarifying information or specific instructions.
NOTE: Presents commentary, sidelights, or interesting points of information.

Symbols on Equipment

These icons may be located on equipment in areas where hazardous conditions may exist.
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Any surface or area of the equipment marked with these symbols indicates the presence of electrical shock hazards. Enclosed area contains no operator serviceable parts. WARNING: To reduce risk of injury from electrical shock hazards, do not open this enclosure.
Any RJ-45 receptacle marked with these symbols indicates a Network Interface Connection. WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug telephone or telecommunications connectors into this receptacle.
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Rack Stability

Any surface or area of the equipment marked with these symbols indicates the presence of a hot surface or hot component. If this surface is contacted, the potential for injury exists. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from a hot component, allow the surface to cool before touching.
WARNING: Power Supplies or Systems marked with these symbols indicate the equipment is supplied by multiple sources of power.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock, remove all power cords to completely disconnect power from the system.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, a minimum of two people MUST lift the server into the rack. The rack-mountable server weighs in excess of 92 LB (41.8 kg.). If the unit is to be loaded above chest level, a third person must assist in aligning the rails while the other two support the unit.
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This guide is designed to be used as step-by-step instructions for installation, and as a reference for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades.

Getting Help

If you have a problem and have exhausted the information in this guide, you can get further information and other help in the following locations.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, be sure that:
The leveling jacks are extended to the floor.
The full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks.
The stabilizing feet are attached to the rack if it is a single
rack installations.
The racks are coupled together in multiple rack installations.
A rack may become unstable if more than one component is
extended for any reason. Extend only one component at a time.

Compaq Website

The Compaq Web Site has information on this product as well as the latest drivers and Flash ROM images. You can access the Compaq Website by logging on to the internet at

Telephone Numbers

For the name of your nearest Compaq Authorized Reseller: In the United States, call 1-800-345-1518
In Canada, call 1-800-263-5868 For Compaq technical support:
In the United States and Canada, call 1-800-386-2172 For Compaq technical support phone numbers outside the United States and Canada, visit the Compaq Website at:
//www.compaq.com.
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Chapter 1
Introduction

Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R

IMPORTANT: This manual is for Pentium II or Pentium III Xeon processor-
based servers only.
The Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R server delivers breakthrough performance and value in a space efficient form factor. Performance is maximized with up to four Pentium II or Pentium III Xeon Processors, dual peer PCI buses, and up to four gigabytes of buffered EDO ECC memory. Input/output performance is enhanced by features such as Wide-Ultra SCSI-3 or Wide Ultra2 SCSI hard drives.
Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R servers provide state-of-the-art reliability and high availability features including support for redundant hot-pluggable power supplies, redundant fans, redundant NICs, and hot pluggable Wide-Ultra SCSI-3 or Wide Ultra2 SCSI drives.
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IMPORTANT: You cannot mix Pentium II Xeon processors (400-MHz or
450-MHz) and Pentium III Xeon processors (500-MHz) in a server.

Standard Features

The following features are standard on all Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R, Pentium II or Pentium III Xeon processor-based servers, unless otherwise noted.

Processor

Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R servers support up to four Pentium II or Pentium III Xeon processors with corresponding processor power modules and support for future Pentium II or Pentium III Xeon processors.
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System Memory

Expansion Slots

ECC (Error Checking and Correcting Memory) with single-bit error
corrections and detection down to a single DIMM, and multi-bit error detection down to the memory bank
Supports EDO buffered, 60-ns or faster DIMMs
Expandable to 4 GB (16 X 256 MB DIMMs)
Supports up to 4 memory banks; each bank consists of 4 DIMMs. One bank
is installed or removed at a time. Each bank must have four DIMMs of the same size and speed.
Seven I/O expansion slots: For Wide-Ultra SCSI-3 model
Five available 32-bit PCI slots
One available shared PCI/ISA slot
Compaq Netelligent 10/100 TX PCI UTP Controller

Media Bays

For Wide Ultra2 SCSI model
Four available PCI slots
One available shared PCI/ISA slot
Wide Ultra2 Controller
The Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R server can house up to 14 mass storage devices.
Internal Hot-Plug Drive Bay for Wide-Ultra SCSI-3 modelsThe ProLiant 5500 and 5500R internal hot-plug drive cage can be
configured with seven 1-inch drives or six 1.6-inch drives.
For further information about media bay configuration, see
Chapters 7 and 8 for cabling information.
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SCSI

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Internal Hot-Plug Drive Bay for Wide Ultra2 SCSI modelsThe ProLiant 5500 and 5500R internal hot-plug drive cage can be
configured with ten 1-inch drives.
For further information about media bay configuration, see
Chapter 8, “Cabling for Wide Ultra2 SCSI.”
Internal Removable Media Bay Area
The four ProLiant 5500 and 5500R internal removable media bays support the following:
One bay occupied by a 1.44-MB diskette driveOne bay occupied by a 24 X IDE or greater CD-ROM driveTwo half-height 5.25-inch drive bays
Wide Ultra models have a Compaq Dual Channel Integrated Wide-Ultra
SCSI-3 controller
Ultra2 models have a Compaq 64-bit Dual Channel Wide Ultra2 SCSI
adapter or a Compaq Smart Array 3200 controller in a slot

Video

Integrated PCI Video Controller provides maximum resolution of
1280 x 1024, 256 color, non-interlaced resolution
2-MB video SGRAM standard
Supports SVGA, VGA, and EGA graphics resolution
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Supported Interfaces

VHDCI (Very High Density Cable Interconnect) knockouts
Serial (two connectors)
Video
Parallel
Keyboard
Mouse
10/100 TX PCI Intel UTP Controller
VHDCI Wide Ultra2 SCSI ports on Wide Ultra2 SCSI models
ROM
Software upgradable firmware including diagnostics
ROMPaq Utility used to upgrade ROM

Fans

Standard: Two 120-mm fans
Optional: Two 120-mm redundant fans

Power Supply

Standard: One hot-plug power supply that runs at
Optional: One hot-plug redundant supply (RPS) that runs at
750W(220V)/500W(110V)
750W(220V)/500W(110V)
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High-Availability Features

Hot-Plug SCSI drives
Optional redundant Hot-Plug Power supply
Optional redundant NIC
Optional redundant fans

System Management

The Server Parameter Tracking utility provides timely server
environment and subsystem information by using a combination of hardware, firmware, and industry standard management software. Information provided by this utility includes fault, performance, and configuration status.
The Server Fault Tolerance feature provides many disk subsystem and
memory system error correction fault tolerance options.
The Rapid Recovery Services provides fast identification and resolution
of complex faults. Highlights of this integrated server management feature include: Integrated Management Logs, Automatic Server Recovery-2 (ASR-2), and Compaq Integrated Remote Console.
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Integrated Management Display (IMD) offers a text-based user
interface. This feature is standard on rack models and optional on tower models. The IMD (an LCD panel) displays and stores key system events at the server so that critical information is at your fingertips.
Integrated Management Log (IML) provides a detailed log of key
system events. This log is accessible through Insight Manager, the Remote Insight board, the Compaq Survey Utility, the Compaq IML Management utility, and the IMD.
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Management and Configuration Tools

Compaq offers an extensive set of features and optional tools to support effective server management and configuration. These features are described in this guide:
SmartStart and Support Software CD
Fault Tolerance
Compaq Insight Manager
Automatic Server Recovery-2 (ASR-2)
Integrated Management Display (IMD) standard on rack models
Integrated Management Log
Integrated Remote Console (IRC)

SmartStart and Support Software

The SmartStart and Support Software CD is the intelligent way to configure your Compaq server with major operating system software. The SmartStart and Support Software CD helps you achieve a well-integrated server that ensures maximum dependability and supportability. For further information about configuration, see Chapter 5, “Server Configuration and Utilities.”
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Compaq Insight Manager

Compaq Insight Manger is a comprehensive management tool to monitor and control the operation of Compaq servers and clients. Compaq Insight Manager consists of two components: a Windows-based console application, and server­or-client-based management data collection agents. Starting with Compaq Insight Manager 4.0, the agents for Windows NT and Netware are also web­enabled; that is, these agents enable web browser access and monitoring of management information.
The management agents monitor over 1,000 management parameters. Key subsystems are instrumented to make health, configuration, and performance data available to the agent software. The agents act upon that data, by initiating information, such as network interface or storage subsystem performance statistics.
Key Features
Compaq Remote Insight Board/PCI allows “in-band” network
connection for server management.
ProLiant Integrated Remote Console ensures customers are in touch
with their systems, even when they are off-line or without power.
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Version Control and Integration Server Maintenance allows the
administrator to monitor and update versions of the server and workstation firmware, drivers, and utilities.
Web browser access for monitoring provides accessibility to Insight
Manager Device and Configuration from anywhere you have network access and a standard web browser.
Comprehensive fault management allows proactive management of the
distributed enterprise by alerting you in advance of potential system failures.
Broad configuration management provides effective deployment and
maintenance of consistent, manageable configurations with Insight Version Control and Integration Server Maintenance.
Performance management/resource utilization helps the user determine
how servers are utilized and if upgrades or updates are necessary to increase overall system performance.
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SNMP standards provide integration with other management products.
Flexible network conductivity supports multiple transport protocols
including IPX, TCP/IP and PPP to operate over LANs, WANs, and modems.
Support for the following leading operating systems:Microsoft Windows NT and Windows 95 or laterNovell NetWare, intraNetWare and intraNetWare for Small
Business, NetWare for Small Business
SCO Unix, OpenServer, and UnixWareISM OS/2 Warp family of products
In Compaq servers, every hardware subsystem, such as disk storage, system memory, and system processor, has a robust set of management capabilities. Compaq Full-Spectrum Fault Management prevents faults before they happen, keeps the system up and running in the unlikely event of a failure, and delivers rapid server recovery to normal operation after a fault. See Chapter 5, “Server Configuration and Utilities,” for more information.

Automatic Server Recovery-2 (ASR-2)

If there is a critical system failure, Automatic Server Recovery-2 allows you to restart the server and page a designated system administrator. For more information, see the Compaq Server Online Reference Guide on the Systems Reference Library CD (SRL).
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Security Features

Power-on password
Administrator password
Network server mode
Diskette boot control
Physically protected power switch
Serial/parallel interface control
Remote access password
Front bezel lock (tower model only)
Refer to the Compaq Server Online Reference Guide on the Systems Reference Library (SRL) CD for more information on these security features.
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Compaq Integrated Remote Console

When the Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R server is equipped with an optional supported modem, you can perform a wide range of configuration activities using the standard Compaq Integrated Remote Console (IRC). The IRC:
Is accessible using ANSI terminal
Operates independently of the operating system
Provides for remote server reboot
Provides access to system configuration
Uses out-of-band communication with dedicated management modem
installed in the server
For more information about the IRC, see the Integrated Remote Console Guide included on the Documentation CD.
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Compaq Integrated Management Display

The Integrated Management Display (IMD) is an LCD display panel that assists you in diagnosing and servicing the server without using a keyboard and monitor. IMD is standard on rack models and optional on tower models.
The features of the Integrated Management Display include:
Flexibility - The IMD rotates to support both tower and rack
configurations.
Manageability - Typical service and administrative information
displayed includes:
POST (Power-On Self-Test) messagesUser-defined administrative informationPOST and run-time error eventsSystem information
Ease of Use - The IMD provides a 16x4 character display and four
button control panel to easily navigate through menus.
For information about using the IMD, see Chapter 6,“Integrated Management Display.”
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Supported Internal Drive Configurations
For Wide-Ultra SCSI-3 models
Standard server configurations can include as many as six Smart Array Controllers depending on the installed network operating system. The Compaq Array Controllers can support two Compaq ProLiant Storage Systems, or one Compaq ProLiant Storage System and up to seven 1-inch or six 1.6-inch internal, hot-pluggable hard drives.
A maximum internal SCSI configuration, optimizing performance and storage, could include the following:
One network interface controller (NIC)
Six Compaq Array Controllers
Twelve Compaq ProLiant Storage Systems
For Wide Ultra2 SCSI models
Standard server configurations can include as many as six Compaq Array Controllers depending on the installed network operating system. The Compaq Array Controllers can support two Compaq ProLiant Storage Systems, or one Compaq ProLiant Storage System and up to ten 1-inch internal, hot-pluggable hard drives.
A maximum internal SCSI configuration, optimizing performance and storage, could include the following:
One network interface controller (NIC)
Six Compaq Array Controllers
Twelve Compaq ProLiant Storage Systems
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Pre-Failure Warranty

Pre-Failure Warranty for Pentium II or Pentium III Xeon processors, hard drives, power supplies, and DIMMs purchased from Compaq is available through an Authorized Compaq Reseller. Supported components are eligible for replacement under this warranty before they actually fail, if the system determines that these components have degraded below predetermined reliability thresholds within the product warranty period.

Insight Manager Alert

When Compaq Insight Manager alerts you that a component may be eligible for Pre-Failure Warranty replacement, follow the on-screen instructions or contact an Authorized Compaq Service Provider in your area.
Insight Manager Status Indicator
A yellow status indicator on the Insight Manager control panel indicates that a component is in a degraded condition. Compaq recommends that you replace a component that is in a prefailure condition.
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Chapter 2
Installation Overview
This chapter presents an overview of the installation and configuration procedure for Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R servers. You are referred to later chapters in this guide for detailed discussions of rack installation, hardware option installation, and configuration. Topics in this chapter include:
Server Warnings and Precautions - This section presents the
precautions and warnings necessary to ensure a safe installation of your server.
Pre-installation Planning - This section discusses the power,
grounding, and temperature requirements of the Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R server.
Installation Procedure - This section is a summary of the steps you
will follow to install your Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R server.
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Server Warnings and Precautions

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot
surfaces, allow the hot plug drives and internal system components to cool before touching.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment:
Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature.
Plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
Install the power supply before connecting the power cord to the power supply.
Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply from the server.
If the system has multiple power supplies, disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies
CAUTION: Protect the server from power fluctuations and temporary interruptions with a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS). This device protects the hardware from damage caused by power surges and voltage spikes and keeps the system in operation during a power failure.
CAUTION: The Compaq ProLiant server
must always be operated with the system unit cover on. Proper cooling will not be achieved if the system unit cover is removed.
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Pre-installation Planning

This section discusses the power, grounding, and temperature requirements of the Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R server.

Power Requirements

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, fire, or
damage to the equipment, do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the server. Consult the electrical authority having jurisdiction over your facility wiring and installation requirements.
IMPORTANT: Because of the 100 to 120 VAC electrical rating of each power supply, some local electrical authorities may require either one 15­Ampere circuit for each power supply or one 20-Ampere circuit for each pair of power supplies.
The power load needs to be balanced between available AC supply
branch circuits.
The overall system AC current load must not exceed 80 percent of the
branch circuit AC current rating.
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If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80 percent of the
marked electrical current rating of the power strip.
The installation of this equipment shall be in accordance with Local/Regional electrical regulations governing the installation of Information Technology Equipment by licensed electricians. This equipment is designed to operate in installations covered by the National Electric Code (ANSI/NFPA 70, 1993) and the code for Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment (NFPA-75, 1992).
This product is also designed for IT power systems with Phase to Phase voltage of 230 V.
For electrical power ratings on options, refer to the product's rating label or user documentation supplied with that option.
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Grounding

For proper operation and safety, this equipment is required to be properly grounded in accordance with NFPA 70-1993, Article 250. All power distribution devices, branch wiring, and receptacles must be "Listed" grounding type devices.
When using power strips for electrical distribution, ensure that ground integrity is maintained for each connection made. Plug each component into a reliably grounded outlet.

Server Temperature Requirements

To ensure continued safe and reliable operation of the equipment, locate the system in a well-ventilated, climate-controlled environment.
The Compaq Maximum Recommended Ambient Operating Temperature (TMRA) for most server products is 35°C (95°F). Therefore, the temperature in the room where the rack is located should not exceed 35°C (95°F).
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Installation Procedure

There are two installation procedures presented in the following paragraphs. The procedure you will use depends on whether you are installing a rack-mount model or a tower model server.
Each procedure is a summary of the steps you will follow to install your Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R server. Detailed instructions for the general steps are included in later chapters of this guide.

Installing a Rack Mount Model

Below are the general steps for installing the rack-mountable ProLiant 5500R server:
1. Select an appropriate site for your rack. See the Rack Planning and Installation Guide in the “Compaq Installing Rack Products” information for site selection criteria.
2. Make sure that stabilizer feet are installed on the rack.
3. Unpack the server.
4. Unpack the rack mounting hardware.
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5. Install any hardware options in the server. See Chapter 4 and the options kits for detailed instructions.
6. Install SCSI drives in the server only after you load the server into the rack. You may also lighten the server by removing the power supplies and reinstalling them after you have mounted the server in the rack.
7. Set switches: peripheral board switches, system board switches, and SCSI ID settings. See Chapter 4 for detailed information.
8. Attach rack mounting hardware to the rack and to the server. See Chapter 3 for detailed instructions.
9. Slide the server into the rack. See Chapter 3.
10. Attach the cable management arm to the cable management arm bracket. See Chapter 3.
11. Connect cables: keyboard, mouse, monitor, network, and power cables. See Chapter 7 and Chapter 8.
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12. Turn on the computer and insert SmartStart and Support Software CD to configure and manage the server. When the server boots from the SmartStart and Support Software CD, it automatically starts the System Configuration Utility. See Chapter 5 for detailed information.
13. Register your server.
For complete details on the SmartStart and Support Software program, read the installation card included in your SmartStart and Support Software package.
After the SmartStart and Support Software program has configured your system, your server installation is complete.

Installing a Tower Model

Below are the general steps for installing your tower model ProLiant 5500 server:
1. Unpack the server.
2. Install any hardware options in the server. See Chapter 6 of this guide for installing the Integrated Management Display in your tower model. See Chapter 4 and the options kits for detailed instructions on installing other options and components.
3. Set switches: peripheral board switches, system board switches, and SCSI ID settings. See Chapter 4 for detailed information.
4. Connect cables: keyboard, mouse, monitor, network, and power cables. See Chapter 7 and Chapter 8 for detailed instructions.
5. Turn on the computer and insert the SmartStart and Support Software CD to configure and manage the server. When the server boots from the SmartStart and Support Software CD, the System Configuration Utility automatically begins. See Chapter 5 for detailed information.
6. Register your server.
For complete details on the SmartStart and Support Software program, read the installation card included in your SmartStart and Support Software package.
After the SmartStart and Support Software program has configured your system, your server installation is complete.
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Chapter 3
Rack-Mount Server Installation
This chapter covers the following information:
How to attach the mounting hardware to the server and to the rack
How to install the server into the rack
You may choose the Compaq optional installation service to install your rack products. See “Optional Installation Service”on page 3-4.

Rack Warnings and Precautions

Before beginning these procedures, make sure you understand the following warnings and cautions.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, at least two people are needed to safely unload the rack from the pallet. An empty 42U rack weighs 253 LB (115 kg), is over seven ft (2.1 m) tall, and may become unstable when being moved on its casters. Do not stand in front of the rack as it rolls down the ramp from the pallet, but handle it from the sides.
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WARNING: Because the rack allows you to stack computer
servers on a vertical rather than a horizontal plane, you must take precautions to provide for rack stability and safety. It is important that you follow these basic instructions to protect both personnel and property, and that you heed all cautions and warnings throughout the installation instructions.
WARNING: Always load the heaviest item first and always load the rack from the bottom up. This will make the rack "bottom­heavy" and help prevent the rack from becoming unstable. See "Rules for the Rack Builder" in the “Compaq Installing Rack Products” information for the rules that govern the vertical placement of rack-mounted servers.
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WARNING: A rack may become unstable if more than one server is extended for any reason. To reduce the risk of personal injury, always ensure that the rack is adequately stabilized before extending a server outside the rack, and extend only one server at a time.
WARNING: Before beginning to work on the rack, be sure that the leveling jacks are extended to the floor, that the full weight of the rack rests on the level floor, and that either stabilizers are installed or that multiple racks are coupled together for stability.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, a minimum of two people MUST lift the server into the rack. The server weighs in excess of 92 LB (41.8 kg). If the unit is to be loaded above chest level, a third person must assist in aligning the rails while the other two support the unit.
CAUTION: Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them so that no one may accidentally step or trip over them. Do not pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging from the electrical outlet, grasp the cord by the plug.
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Airflow Requirements

Compaq ProLiant rack mount servers draw cool air in through the front door and exhaust warm air out the rear. Therefore, the front door of the rack must be adequately ventilated to allow ambient room air to enter the cabinet, and the rear door must be adequately ventilated to allow the warm air to escape from the cabinet. Do not block the ventilation apertures.
CAUTION: If a third-party rack is used, the following minimum requirements should be observed to ensure adequate airflow and to prevent damage to the equipment:
Front: The front must have a minimum of 25 inches of
Side: The clearance between the installed module and the side
Rear: The clearance between the back of the rack and the wall
NOTE: If all of the vertical space in the rack is not filled by servers, the gaps that are left cause a change in airflow through the rack and across the servers. These gaps should be covered with blanking panels.
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unrestricted ventilation.
panels of the rack should be a minimum of 2.75 inches.
should be a minimum of 30 inches. The equipment should be operating without a rear door.
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Unpacking the Server

Unpack the server box and locate the materials and documentation necessary to install your rack-mountable server.

Optional Installation Service

You may choose the optional installation service offered by Compaq to install your rack products. The installation service can be customized to meet your specific requirements, or ordered as a CarePaq. The basic installation service includes the entire hardware installation from unpacking the components to connecting to a network and running a test of the system. Hardware installation service is available in all countries where Compaq has a direct or indirect service presence. It may be ordered from an authorized Compaq Service Reseller, or, in the United States, call Compaq at 1-800-OK-COMPAQ.
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Locating Materials and Documentation

All of the equipment needed to install the ProLiant 5500R server in the rack is included with the rack and with the server.
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Figure 3-1. Rack mounting hardware included with the server
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Contents of the rack model server box include
Compaq ProLiant 5500R server
Cables
Rack mounting hardware (numbers reference Figure 3-1)
Documentation and software
One pair 26-inch slide rail assembliesOne pair slide rail mounting bracketsCable management arm server bracketCable management armMounting hardwarePlastic rail covers (2)Cable management arm rack bracketTemplate to mark the rack for proper attachment of the rack
mounting brackets
Server Setup and Management PackageCompaq Installing Rack Products informationImportant Safety InformationSystem Reference LibraryReference Information
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Rack Resource Kit

The Compaq Installing Rack Products information is included with your server. The Rack Builder Configuration information and the Rack Information Library can be found on the web on the Compaq website at entire Rack Resource Kit PN 298721-001 ships with all Compaq racks and can be ordered through a Compaq authorized reseller. A summary of the Kit contents follows:
Rack Builder Configuration Tool
This information allows you to simulate potential Compaq Rack configurations based on your input. Rack Builder provides the information such as:
Graphical preview of properly configured racksSite planning data, including power requirements, cooling
Ordering information, including required servers, part numbers, and
Installing Rack Products
This information gives a visual overview of operations required to configure a Compaq rack with rack-mountable servers. This covers key configuration steps such as:
mandates, and physical specifications
appropriate quantities
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Site planningInstallation of rack-mountable servers and rack optionsCablingCoupling multiple racks together
Rack Information Library information
This information allows you to view, search, and print documentation for Compaq racks and rack options. It also assists in the setup and optimization of your new Compaq rack to best fit the needs of your environment.
In addition to these supplied items, you may need:
Torx T-15 screwdriver
Phillips screwdriver
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Slotted screwdriver
Application software diskettes, such as SmartStart and Support Software
CD
Options to be installed, such asOptional monitor, keyboard, etc.Integrated Management Display (tower model only)Array ControllerRedundant fans

Preparing the Mounting Brackets and Slide Rail Assemblies

Each pair of mounting brackets, with attached slide rail assemblies supports one rack-mountable server.
Figure 3-2. Rack mounting brackets; alignment tabs identify the front flanges
Each slide rail assembly consists of an outer bracket rail and an inner server rail (see the following figure). These pieces can be separated; the bracket rails attach to the rack mounting brackets (shown in the previous figure), and the server rails attach to the sides of the server chassis.
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Figure 3-3. Slide rail assembly (outer bracket rail and inner server rail)
IMPORTANT: To make the installation of the mounting bracket easier, attach the bracket rail to the rack mounting bracket before attaching the mounting bracket assembly to the rack. This way, the joined mounting bracket and bracket rail can be fastened to the rack as one assembly.
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Attaching the Bracket Rail to the Mounting Bracket

Please read all of the following steps before you begin.
1. Unpack the hardware mounting kit. Lay the two-piece slide rail assembly (outer bracket rail and inner server rail) and fasteners on a flat surface along with the mounting brackets and fasteners that came with the rack. Extend the server rail from the bracket slide rail until the server rail release latch clicks. Holding down the latch, slip this piece out of each bracket rail, as shown in the following figure.
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Figure 3-4. Removing the server rail from the bracket rail
2. Put the server rails to one side. You will attach them to the rack server
The next figure shows the separated bracket rail with its inner sliding piece and the flat, one-piece server rail.
chassis later, in the section, "Attaching Server Rails.”
Figure 3-5. Separated bracket rail (top) and server rail
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The bracket rail consists of a fixed outer rail that screws to the rack mounting bracket, and an inner slide on a steel ball bearing movement. This inner slide does not detach.
Figure 3-6. Bracket rail with inner slide. The front of the rail is highlighted.
3. Lay the bracket rail inside the mounting bracket with the front of both
pieces oriented in the same direction. Align the front screw holes in the mounting bracket and the bracket rail.
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To identify the front of the mounting bracket and the bracket rail:
The front of the mounting bracket has alignment tabs on its flange.The front of the bracket rail allows the inner slide to move forward
on ball bearings.
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4. Extend the inner slide from the front of the bracket rail. With this piece
5. Fasten the bracket rail to the mounting bracket with two 8-32 x 1/4-inch
See step 1 of the following figure.
6. Adjust the inner slide to access the other two screw holes, one at a time,
The following figure shows inserting the screws into the appropriate holes. The screws will line up with the 26-inch markings stamped along one edge of the mounting bracket. These marks identify the mounting holes for the 26-inch slides used in Compaq racks. (The other markings stamped along the opposite edge are for use with slides that support other servers.)
extended, you will see two screw holes aligned in the mounting bracket and the bracket rail. These are the two exposed holes near the back end of the bracket rail and the front hole accessible through a slot in the inner slide.
slotted screws.
through the slotted opening in the inner slide. Use two more 8-32 x 1/4­inch slotted screws to fasten the bracket rail to the mounting bracket. See steps 2 and 3 of the following figure.
(Do not use nuts or washers with the screws.)
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Figure 3-7. Attaching the bracket rail to the mounting bracket
You will use a total of four 8-32 x 1/4-inch slotted screws to fasten the
bracket rail to the mounting bracket. When all four screws are fastened, the mounting bracket and bracket rail form a mounting bracket slide assembly that you will attach to the rack.
7. Repeat steps 4 through 7 with the other bracket rail and mounting
bracket. You now have a pair of mounting bracket slide assemblies to be attached to the rack.
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Attaching the Mounting Bracket Slide Assembly to the Rack

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to
the equipment, be sure that the rack leveling feet are extended to the floor and support the full weight of the rack. Each rack must be level and stable. Racks that are not coupled together require the installation of stabilizers. This must be done before you perform any work on the rack.
See the “Compaq Installing Rack Products” for more information on leveling feet and stabilizers.

Measuring with the Template

The template provided with the server offers an easy and reliable way to properly position the server in the rack. Use the tabs on the template to suspend it from the lower hole of a two-hole set of perforations in the vertical side rails, as shown in Figure 3-8. Pencil mark the attachment points for the mounting bracket assemblies, the cage nuts for the face-plate thumbscrews, and the top of the server. Use the tick marks on the rack side rails to insure level installation of the server. See illustrations and instructions printed on the template.
IMPORTANT: Determine the server's place in the rack before you start installing the mounting bracket assemblies. To remind you of the proper placement of the server in the rack, refer to the Rack Builder report you printed when you planned your rack configuration. Always mount the heaviest item on the bottom of the rack and work from the bottom to the top.
1. Starting at the bottom of the rack, or at the top of a previously mounted server, measure the screw hole locations for the server's mounting bracket assemblies. Pencil mark the locations on the outside of the rack. Do this on both the front and the back of the rack.
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IMPORTANT: The template is two-sided (front and back) and printed with arrows that show you where the screws will be inserted, both for the mounting bracket assemblies and for the thumbscrews that will secure the server's face plate to the front of the rack.
Align the template carefully with the holes on the rack, to determine the exact placement of the screws.
2. When you mark the positioning of the mounting bracket screws, also mark the positioning in the front of the rack for the cage nuts. These are two slots marked "C" on the template. The cage nuts will hold the thumbscrews through the server's face plate.
Be sure to follow the alignment instructions on the template, and keep
the sides of the template squared up with the sides of the rack. Tick marks on the rack’s vertical rails will help you maintain the proper alignment.
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Figure 3-8. Measuring with the template
3. After marking the front of the rack, flip the template over and mark the
4. On the back of the rack, also mark the rail to show the top of the
back rails of the rack. Open the rear door of the rack to access the back rails.
template. This will help you align a template for the next server.
Inserting Cage Nuts in the Rack Frame
After marking the positions for the fasteners in both the front and back of the rack, use the fitting tool to insert cage nuts on the inside of the rails at the marked locations. The cage nuts and fitting tool are included in the hardware kit supplied with the rack.
1. Position the cage nut as shown in the following figure, on the inside of the rail.
2. Hook one of the lips of the cage nut through the square rail perforation.
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3. Insert the tip of the fitting tool through the other side of the perforation and hook the opposite lip of the cage nut.
Figure 3-9. Inserting cage nuts
4. Using the fitting tool as a lever, pry the cage nut into position.
5. Repeat for each cage nut.
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Attaching the Mounting Bracket Assembly to the Rack

The tabs on the front of the mounting bracket help to align it with the front of the rack frame. Cage nuts are not used for the front attachment of the mounting bracket.
1. Attach a mounting bracket assembly to the front of the rack first, using one M6 x 1.0-12L Phillips screw in the bottom hole of the bracket. Do not use the washers supplied with the Compaq rack.
IMPORTANT: Use only the bottom hole of the bracket as shown in Figure 3-10.
Figure 3-10. Attaching mounting bracket assembly to the front of the rack
2. Carefully align the mounting bracket assembly with the rear rack frame.
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3. Secure the back end of the mounting bracket assembly to the back corner
brace of the rack with one M6 x 1.0-12L Phillips screw through the bottom hole of the bracket and the cage nut, as shown in the following figure.
Top View
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Figure 3-11. Cage nut and back of mounting bracket assembly installed
4. After attaching both of the mounting bracket assemblies to the rack,
prepare the server for mounting in the rack.
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Attaching Server Rails
1. Place the tab on a server rail at the front of the server chassis. The holes in the server rail will line up only one way with the chassis.
2. Attach the flat side of a server rail to each side of the server chassis with four 8-32 x 1/4-inch Phillips screws. Do not use washers with the screws.
Figure 3-12. Attaching a server rail to the server
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Attaching the Cable Management Arm Component Bracket

As viewed from the rear of the server, the cable management arm server bracket fastens to the top left rear of the rack server's chassis. The bracket provides an attachment point for the cable management arm from the server to the rear frame of the rack. To attach the cable management arm server bracket:
1. Attach the cable management arm bracket to the back of the server with two 6-32 x 1/4 Phillips screws.
2. Attach the rack rail covers to the rack.
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Figure 3-13. Attaching a cable management arm server bracket to the server
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Loading the Rack Server

Load and secure the server to the rack with the face plate thumbscrews before continuing to attach any more mounting bracket assemblies. Ensure that this pair of brackets is perfectly aligned and installed and that the server fits before you continue.
IMPORTANT: To make the server lighter and more manageable, do not install drives in the server until after you load the server into the rack. You may also temporarily remove power supplies and reinstall them after you have mounted the server in the rack.
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1. Pull the slide rails forward from the mounting brackets.
2. Carefully align the server rails with the slide rails of rack and slide the server into the rack.
CAUTION: Be sure to keep the server parallel to the floor when sliding the server rails into the slide rails. Tilting the server up or down could result in damage to the rails.
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Figure 3-14. Loading the rack server
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3. Press the server rail release latch on either side of the server and slide
4. Secure the server face plate to the front of the rack by screwing the
5. Tighten the thumbscrews before you close the rack door to prevent the
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, be careful when pressing the server rail release latches and sliding the server into the rack. The slide rails could pinch your fingertips.
the server into the rack.
IMPORTANT: The first time you slide the server into the rack, you may have to apply some pressure. After the first time, the ball bearings in the slide will move easily.
IMPORTANT: When servicing the server, fully extend the server until the latches lock. To return the server to the rack, depress the latches and slide the server into the rack.
thumbscrews into the cage nuts.
door from hitting protruding thumbscrews.
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Attaching the Cable Management Arm

A double-hinged cable management arm and fasteners ship with each server. The cable management arm attaches to the server's cable management arm bracket and to the rear frame of the rack. All cables to and from the server are tied to this arm. The two hinges allow the cable management arm with attached cables to swing out of the way when you need to access the server pull-out trays.
1. For easier handling, first slide the server into the rack, then attach the cable management arm to the cable management arm bracket. If you attach the arm before loading the server in the rack, the arm may swing around and interfere with the loading process.
2. After you have loaded the server into the rack, attach one end of the cable management arm to the server's cable management arm bracket using two M6 x 1.0-12L Phillips screws. Align the arm to the bracket as shown in the following figure.
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Figure 3-15. Attaching the cable management arm to the cable management
arm bracket
3. Align the other end of the cable management arm on the outside of the rear brace of the rack. Align a screw retaining plate on the inside of the rack. Attach the arm to the rack with two 10-32 x 5/8-inch Phillips washer-face hex-head screws.
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Figure 3-16. Attaching the cable management arm to the rear brace of the rack
4. Attach and secure external cables for keyboard, mouse, monitor, network and power as shown in Figure 3-17. See Chapters 7 and 8 for external cabling connector locations.
Figure 3-17. Attaching and securing external cables
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Chapter 4
Installing Hardware Components
This chapter is divided into two major parts as follows:
Accessing Non Hot-Plug Areas - you must shut down the server power
and remove the power cord(s) from the power supplies in order to install options, upgrades or replacements in the following areas:
ProcessorsMemory board and socketsSystem boardPCI slots and one shared PCI/ISA slotPeripheral boardFansInterlock SystemIntegrated Management Display (tower model only)
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Accessing Hot-Plug Areas - you can install hot-plug options, including
hot-plug power supplies and SCSI hard drives, and upgrades or replacements without shutting down the power in the SCSI drive bay area.
Hot-Plug Wide-Ultra SCSI-3 drivesHot-Plug Wide Ultra2 SCSI drives
NOTE: The illustrations in this chapter may vary slightly depending on whether you have a tower model or rack model.
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Preparing the Server

To install options, upgrades or replacements in the following areas, you must first shut down the server power.
Accessing Non Hot-Plug Areas
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to
the equipment:
Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature.
Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the internal system components to cool before touching.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock or damage to the equipment, disconnect power from the server by unplugging all power cords from either the electrical outlet or the server.
WARNING: Repair should be performed only by qualified Service Providers who are trained in servicing computer equipment and in dealing with products capable of producing hazardous energy levels.
CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. Be sure you are properly grounded before beginning any installation procedure.
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1. Back up your server data.
2. Shut down the operating system in an orderly manner as directed in your operating system instructions.
3. Power down the server and remove the power cord(s).
WARNING: Before removing the server top panel, ensure that the server is turned off and that the power cord is disconnected from the electrical outlet.
IMPORTANT: The system power in the ProLiant 5500 and 5500R server does not completely shut off with the front panel Power On/Standby switch. The two positions of the switch function as ON and STANDBY, rather than ON and OFF. The STANDBY position removes power from most of the electronics and the drives but portions of the power supply and some internal circuitry remain active. Consequently, to completely remove all power from the system, you must disconnect the power cord from the server. In systems with multiple power supplies, you must disconnect all the power cords to completely remove power from the system.
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4. Disconnect any other external equipment connected to the computer.
5. Loosen the two thumbscrews on the front of the unit.
6. Loosen the Torx T-15 screw on the front of the server.
7. Slide the side cover toward the rear of the unit about 1 inch (2.5 cm); then remove the cover.
Figure 4-1. Removing the server cover
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Accessing the Processor
The ProLiant 5500 and 5500R server is shipped with one processor module and three terminator boards, which fill all of the processor sockets. When adding processors, first remove the terminator board and then install the processor and Processor Power Module (PPM).
For details on the latest Katmai Instruction Set (SIMD) drivers for the Pentium III Xeon processors go to the Compaq website:
http://www.compaq.com/products/servers/platforms
Mixed Processor Cache Sizes
You can now populate your server with processors of different cache sizes. Processors of mixed cache size can be placed in any slot. However, all processors must be of the same speed. For the core frequency settings required to set processor speed, refer to Table 4-2 in this chapter or the System Configuration label on the server access panel.
CAUTION: Do not set the core frequency switch higher than the speed at which the processor is rated. Incorrect settings could result in data loss or equipment damage.
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(400-MHz and 450-MHz) and Pentium III Xeon processors (500-MHz) in a server.
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1. To add a processor, identify the processor locations as shown in Figure 4-2.
NOTE. Processors can be installed in any processor socket. All four processor sockets must have either a processor module or a terminator board installed for proper bus termination.
Figure 4-2. Processor locations
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2. Remove one of the terminator boards by turning the retaining knob counterclockwise, releasing the side tabs and pulling up as shown in Figure 4-3.
2
2
1
3
Figure 4-3. Removing the terminator board
3. See Figure 4-4 for processor installation procedure.
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2
2
1
Figure 4-4. Installing the processor
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4. Install the processor power module (PPM) in the slot next to the processor as shown in Figure 4-5.
Figure 4-5. Processor power module locations
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3
2
1
2
2
1
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Accessing DIMM Sockets on the Memory Board
1. Power down the server.
2. Remove the memory board as shown in Figure 4-7.
1
4-9
Figure 4-7. Removing the memory board
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3. Install DIMMs as shown in Figure 4-8. For information on memory
Figure 4-8. Installing a DIMM
4. Install the memory board as shown in Figure 4-9.
banks, see the following section titled “Memory Banks.”
2
1
2
2
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Memory Banks
In the Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R server, the memory board is grouped into 4 banks where 1 bank is 2 DIMMs adjacent to 2 other DIMMs as shown below for bank 1. When memory is added, you must add 1 bank at a time. Memory banks are also identified on a label on the inside of the access panel.
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DIMM 3 DIMM 4
DIMM 7 DIMM 8
DIMM 11 DIMM 12 DIMM 15
DIMM 16
Bank 1 Bank 2 Bank 3
Bank 4
DIMM 1 DIMM 2
DIMM 5 DIMM 6 DIMM 9 DIMM 10
DIMM 13 DIMM 14
Figure 4-10. Memory banks on the memory board
Support for 50-ns DIMMs
Your server supports 50-ns and 60-ns Dual Inline Memory Modules. You can mix 50-ns and 60-ns DIMMs in the server; however, each DIMM of a given bank must be of the same size, type, and speed. If you mix 50-ns and 60-ns DIMMs, the memory speed is adjusted to the slower DIMM speed.
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System Board Features
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 13 15
11
17
23
18
22 21 20 19 10 14 16 12
Figure 4-11. System board features
Table 4-1
System Board Features
Identifier Description Identifier Description
Shared PCI/ISA slots
1
Secondary PCI bus slots
2-5
Primary PCI bus slots
6,7
Peripheral board connector
8
Processor power module connectors
9 - w
Processor connectors
e-y
Floppy signal connector
u
Floppy power connector
i
Memory board connector
o
Power supply signal connector
p
IDE connector
a
System board power connectors
s
Core frequency switch
d
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System Board Switches

Your ProLiant 5500 and 5500R server has been shipped with the core frequency switch properly set. However, you may consider changing the core frequency switch setting when upgrading to a faster processor.
S1 S2 S3 S4
ON ON OFF ON 400 MHz
OFF ON OFF ON 450 MHz
ON ON OFF OFF 500 MHz
OFF ON OFF OFF 550 MHz
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Table 4-2
Core Frequency Switch
Switch Core Frequency
The switch is open when in the OFF position and closed in the ON position.
NOTE:
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Peripheral Board Features
4 3
5 6 7 8 9 10
11a
11b
2 1
Figure 4-12. Peripheral Board Features
12a 13a
12b 13b
Table 4-3
Peripheral Board Features
Identifier Description Identifier Description
1 Fan cable assembly connector 9 Integrated Management Display
connector
2 Power switch connector 10 Serial B connector
3 Internal battery 11a Parallel port connector
4 Internal battery jumper (use external
battery, if removed)
5 System configuration switch 12a Serial A connector
6 External battery connector 12b Video connector
11b Wide Ultra External SCSI connector
7 Wide Ultra SCSI Port 1 connector 13a Keyboard connector
8 Wide Ultra SCSI Port 2 connector 13b Mouse connector
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Peripheral Board Switches
The following table defines the switch settings for the peripheral board. The Open (off) position is the default configuration for each switch.
Table 4-4
System Configuration Switch
Switch Open (Off) Position Closed (On) Position
1. Video Enable integrated video Disable integrated video
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2. Lock Configuration
3. Rack Mount System is tower configuration System is rack mount
4. Diskette Override
5. Password Enable
6. Maintenance * NV RAM is valid NV RAM is invalidated,
See the
NOTE:
on the use of this switch.
Configuration can be changed
Diskette boot is controlled by configuration
Power on password is enabled
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Configuration can not be changed
configuration
Diskette is enabled for booting regardless of configuration
Power on password is disabled
configuration is lost
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Accessing the Fans

Figure 4-13. Removing a fan
1. Disconnect cable from fan.
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1
2. Remove fan by pressing latch 1 and pull fan up
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Interlock System

The ProLiant 5500 and 5500R server is not equipped with chassis interlocks; the board interlocks provided connect the memory board, processors, and peripheral board (including the power switch cable) in one interlock chain. When one of the connected components in the interlock chain is improperly seated in the connector, the LED associated with the fault origination point will illuminate.
The Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R server interlock system prevents power distribution throughout the system if the memory board, processors, or peripheral board (including the power switch cable) are not fully installed or properly seated.
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WARNING: Care must be exercised when the hood or side
covers are removed because the system does not shut down automatically.
WARNING: Tooled access is required. Repair should be performed only by trained service providers who are qualified in servicing computer equipment and in dealing with products capable of producing hazardous energy levels.
WARNING: Care must be exercised when the hood or side covers are removed because the system does not shut down automatically.
IMPORTANT: This server is not equipped with chassis interlocks. There are board interlocks that connect the memory board, processors, peripheral board, and power switch cable into one interlock chain.
When one of the connected components in the interlock chain is improperly seated in the connector, the LED associated with the fault origination point will illuminate. See Table 4-5 and Figure 4-14 for details regarding the interlock error.
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Memory CPU4 CPU3 CPU2 CPU1 I/O Fault
ON ON ON ON ON ON
Table 4-5
Interlock LED Labels
Origination
Memory Board
OFF
OFF OFF
OFF OFF OFF
OFF OFF OFF OFF
OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
ON ON ON ON ON
ON ON ON ON
ON ON ON
ON ON
ON
Processor 4
Processor 3
Processor 2
Processor 1
Peripheral Board
OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF No
interlock error
NOTE: Only the left-most illuminated LED in any given row can provide a valid indication of the interlock error. After ensuring that server is powered down and power cables are disconnected, reseat the device associated with the left-most illuminated LED.
GENERAL
INTERLOCK
FAULT
CPU2
CPU1
I/O
CPU3
CPU4
MEMORY
Figure 4-14. Interlock LEDs
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Integrated Management Device

The Integrated Management Device (IMD) is standard on all ProLiant 5500R rack-mountable models. The IMD may be purchased separately as an option for tower models of this server.
See Chapter 6, “Integrated Management Display,” for information on installing the IMD in tower models.

Power Supply Locks

The ProLiant 5500 and 5500R server chassis will support a padlock to lock the server’s power supplies. This option is purchased separately by ordering the option kit part number 296956-002.
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Accessing Hot-Plug Areas

This section describes how to access the hot plug SCSI drive area. Components in these areas have color coded latches or levers to signify that
they are hot-plug devices.

Accessing the Hot-Plug SCSI Drives for Wide-Ultra SCSI-3 Models

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2
3
Figure 4-15. Removing a Wide-Ultra SCSI-3 drive
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Figure 4-16. Installing a Wide-Ultra SCSI-3 drive

SCSI ID Numbers for Wide-Ultra SCSI-3

There are several possible numbering schemes depending on whether you are using 1-inch height drives, 1.6-inch height drives, or a simplex controller. The following figures illustrate the simplex mode scenarios.
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2
1
3 6 2
5
1 0
Figure 4-17. SCSI ID numbers - single SCSI channel (simplex mode)
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2 5 1 0
Figure 4-18. SCSI ID numbers - single SCSI channel (simplex mode)
with 1.6-inch drives

Accessing the Hot-Plug SCSI Drives for Wide Ultra2 SCSI Models

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1
4 3
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Figure 4-20. Installing a Wide Ultra2 SCSI drive

SCSI ID Numbers for Wide Ultra2 SCSI

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1
2
SCSI IDs 4 3 2 1 0
Figure 4-21. Wide Ultra2 SCSI ID numbers
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9 8
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Chapter 5
Server Configuration and Utilities

Using SmartStart and Support Software

SmartStart is the intelligent way to configure the server and to load the system software, thereby achieving a well-integrated server to ensure maximum dependability and supportability. To use the SmartStart and Support Software CD, refer to the Server Setup and Management pack. The first time the server is configured, the SmartStart program automatically creates a system partition and installs the Compaq System Configuration Utility and other Compaq utilities in that partition.
NOTE: Until you run the System Configuration program, an information message indicating that you are running with a default configuration will occur each time you boot the system.
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To install the SmartStart and Support Software CD:
1. With your computer turned on, locate the CD-ROM drive.
2. Open the CD-ROM tray by pressing the load/unload button.
Figure 5-1. Inserting a CD in the CD-ROM drive
3. Place the SmartStart and Support Software CD in the tray (label facing up), handling the CD from the edges, not by the flat surfaces of the disc.
4. Close the tray by again pressing the load/unload button.
Upon closing the CD tray, the SmartStart installation sequence will begin automatically.
To configure the system and load the operating system, refer to the SmartStart documentation provided in the Server Setup and Management pack shipped with your server.
To manage the system, refer to the Compaq Management CD provided in the Server Setup and Management pack shipped with your server.
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Compaq System Configuration Utility

The Compaq System Configuration utility performs a wide range of configuration activities including the following:
Configures ISA and PCI boards automatically
Provides switch and jumper settings
Resolves resource conflicts in areas such as memory, port addresses,
and interrupts (IRQs)
Manages the installation of memory, processor upgrades, and mass
storage devices such as hard drives, tape drives, and diskette drives
Sets and stores power-on features such as date and time
Stores configuration information in non-volatile memory
Assists in the installation of the operating system
Assists in running diagnostic tools such as TEST and INSPECT Utilities

Installing an Operating System

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Novell NetWare 4.2 and NetWare 5
Microsoft Windows NT 3.51 and 4.0, and Windows 95 or later
SCO OpenServer 5.04 and 5.05
SCO UnixWare 2.12 and 2.13
IBM OS/2 2.x, Warp family of products
Banyan VINES v 7.x, 8.0, and 8.5
When you select the Operating System Installation feature from the System Configuration Utility main menu, the utility provides prompts to simplify the installation.
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First, the utility prompts you to select the correct operating system. Use the arrow keys to select the operating system and press the Enter key. The utility then prompts you for the operating system CD or diskette.
Not all operating systems ship with each server. Consult your local reseller or Compaq Customer Service to get a SmartStart pack with additional operating system support. Some operating systems have driver support/updates but not an integrated SmartStart installation. You can still configure your server and manually install your operating system.

SMP Operating System Support

Compaq provides optimized software support for the Dual Processing Boards for:
Microsoft Windows NT 3.51 and 4.0
intraNetWare SMP
SCO OpenServer 5.04 and 5.05
UnixWare 2.12 and 2.13

Loading Compaq Device Drivers

Drivers are located on the Support Software Diskette and on the Compaq SmartStart CD. The drivers on the Support Software Diskette may be newer versions with new functionality and upgraded utilities.
IMPORTANT: Always check Support Diskettes or CDs. If present, these files may contain information about important software updates.
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READ ME
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Diagnostics and Other Utilities

When you select the Diagnostics and Utilities feature from the System
Configuration Utility main menu, the utility provides prompts to test, inspect, upgrade, and diagnose the server.
Diagnostics and Utilities can be installed on the system partition on the
hard drive. Use SmartStart and Support Software CD to install.
Run the Inspect Utility once the computer has been configured to get
information about the operating system environment.
For instructions on using the Diagnostics Utility and other Compaq utilities, refer to the Compaq Systems Reference Library CD.
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Chapter 6
Integrated Management Display
The Integrated Management Display (IMD) is an integrated LCD display panel mounted on the front of the server. It is designed for customers requiring even greater levels of uptime and improved serviceability. The LCD panel will display information directly at the server to assist the user in diagnosing and servicing the server without using a keyboard and monitor.

Integrated Management Display Features

The features of the Integrated Management Display include:
Flexibility - The Integrated Management Display rotates to support both
tower and rack configurations.
Manageability - In an environment where every second counts, it is
important to have service and administrative information at your fingertips. Typical information includes:
POST (Power-ON Self-Test) messages
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User-defined administrative informationPOST error eventsSystem information
Ease of Use - For enhanced server management, the Integrated
Management Display provides a 16x4 character display and four button control panel to easily navigate through menus.
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Installing the IMD in the Tower Model

The Integrated Management Display (IMD) feature is standard in rack­mountable models of the Compaq ProLiant servers; this feature is optional in tower models. The following information explains how to install the IMD in the tower model.
1. Prepare the server for installation. See section "Preparing the Server" located in Chapter 4.
2. Remove the IMD blank.
3. Install the Integrated Management Display.
Figure 6-1. Removing the Integrated Management Display blank
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2
2
2
2
1
Figure 6-2. Installing the Integrated Management Display
4. Connect Integrated Management Display cable to the peripheral board.
5. Restore server to normal operation.
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Configuring the Integrated Management Display

The Compaq Integrated Management Display can be configured to display a variety of menus that can be customized to meet each user’s specific needs. The following information explains how to configure and customize the Integrated Display.

Setup with the System Configuration Utility

After installing the hardware, configure the Integrated Management Display using the System Configuration Utility located on the Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD. It is recommended that this version of System Configuration be used because it is the latest one that supports the new Integrated Management Display. To run the utility:
1. Boot the computer from the Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD.
2. From the Compaq System Utilities screen select Run System Configuration Utility.
3. Select Continue.
4. Select Review or modify hardware settings and press Enter.
5. Select Step 3: View or Edit Details and press Enter.
6. Scroll down until you find the section entitled Embedded Compaq LCD Module.
7. Highlight the field to be modified. Press Enter to edit the highlighted item, then type the text for that field. After entering the text, press Enter to accept the modifications. Each field is discussed in detail later in this chapter. See “Customizing Management Display Fields.”
8. Repeat step 7 for each menu item to be modified.
9. Press F10 to exit the View or Edit Details screen.
10. Select Step 5: Save and Exit.
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11. At the server prompt Save the Configuration and Restart the Computer,
select OK= Enter. The changes that have been entered will not be displayed on the Display Panel until the computer is rebooted. Standard Integrated Management Display fields are defined later in this chapter.
12. In older versions of the System Configuration Utility installed on some hard drives, you will be asked to upgrade the system partition. The System Configuration Utility should be upgraded at this time.

Customizing the Integrated Management Display Fields

Many of the fields shown on the Integrated Management Display can be customized. The following sections define each of the menu choices and include examples of some fields.

Idle Screen Text

After the display has been idle for five minutes, the Integrated Management Display shows the following default screen text:
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COMPAQ PROLIANT 5500
ESC
Figure 6-3. Idle Screen text
This text can be changed by entering up to 3 lines with no more than 16 characters on each line. One suggestion would be to enter the server name here. This would allow an administrator to walk into a room with multiple servers and immediately locate the desired server.
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Another example might be to put the company name and slogan or goal, such as:
SMITH & ASSOC OVER 1 BILLION IN SALES 1997

Custom Menu Item

This is a user-defined field that can be utilized for customizing each server. This one-line field can hold up to 14 characters. If text is entered in this field, the text appears as another choice in the main menu.

Custom Menu Screen

This is a user-defined field that can be utilized for customizing each server. Up to 4 lines of 14 characters each line can be entered.

Server Information

Server Name
Enter up to 2 lines of no more than 14 characters each. An example might be to name the server by department, such as:
CUST SERVICE WESTERN REGION
Primary Operating System
Enter the primary operating system of the server, for example, NT 4.0. Enter up to 3 lines of 14 characters each line.
Other
Enter any additional server information that might be helpful to know about the server. This field can hold up to 2 lines of 14 characters each. For example, the server serial number might be entered in this field.
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Administrator Information

Name
This field contains the name of the system administrator. Enter up to 2 lines of no more than 14 characters each.
Phone Number
This field contains the phone number of the system administrator. Enter up to 2 lines of no more than 14 characters each.
Pager Number
This field contains the pager number of the system administrator. Enter up to 2 lines of no more than 14 characters each.
Other
This is a user-defined field. Enter any additional administrator information. An example might be listing an additional administrator that serves as a backup to the primary administrator. Enter up to 2 lines of no more than 14 characters each.
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Service Information

Name
This field contains the name of the service provider. Enter up to 2 lines of no more than 14 characters each.
Phone Number
This field contains the phone number of the service provider. Enter up to 2 lines of no more than 14 characters each.
Pager Number
This field contains the pager number of the service provider. Enter up to 2 lines of no more than 14 characters each.
Other
This is a user-defined field. Enter any additional service information. An example might be to enter service contract number. Enter up to 2 lines of no more than 14 characters each. For example, server history information could be entered, such as
HARD DRIVE REPLACED 7-96
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Standard Display Fields

In addition to the user-defined fields customized during configuration, the Integrated Management Display provides the following standard fields:

Events

Selecting this menu choice enables the user to scroll through a list of all error events starting with the most recent event.

ROM Date

This is the month/date/year of the current server ROM.
Bootblock Date:
This is the month/date/year of the current server Bootblock.

Memory

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This field shows the total memory of the server.

Processor Configuration

This field shows the processor speed and other details about the processor.

F1 Prompt

Selecting this menu choice enables the user to continue booting without a keyboard or monitor. This feature is useful for service and diagnostic purposes, allowing the boot up process to continue without attaching a monitor and keyboard and their respective cables.
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Contrast

The level of contrast can be adjusted on the Integrated Display by using the UP and DOWN arrows. Press the UP arrow to increase the contrast, and press the DOWN arrow to decrease the contrast.

Navigating the Menus

The Compaq Integrated Management Display is menu-driven and easy to use. Information to navigate and utilize the menus follows.

Normal Run-time Behavior

When powering up the server, the first IMD screen shows the model number and LCD firmware revision of the server’s display.
Next, a series of server Power-On Self-Test (POST) operations is displayed. During POST, the display indicates the server test in progress by a spinning bar beside the menu item. When the test is finished, the IMD shows a check mark by the completed menu item. A check mark means that the test is complete, but does not necessarily mean the test was free from errors.
If an error occurs during POST, the server logs the error to the IMD under Unviewed Events and requires the user to view the error before proceeding to any other menu choices.
If there are no errors, the Idle Screen Text appears. Figure 6-3 shows the default screen but this screen could be different if the text changed during configuration.
Navigation Buttons
To navigate through the menus, use the four buttons shown in Figure 6-4. The UP and DOWN arrow keys (2 and 3) allow the user to move through the menu screens and choose menu items. The right button (4) acts as an Enter key and allows the server to travel down through the menus. The left button (1) acts as an Escape key and allows travel back up the menu.
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Figure 6-4. Integrated Management Display buttons

Display Symbols

There are three different display symbols used to indicate the options while scrolling through the menus. These symbols are the UP and DOWN arrows, and the Selector arrow.
Type of Symbol Symbol Meaning
Arrow Selector arrow shows current menu item.
Up Arrow If present in upper right corner, indicates
1
3
2
4
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Integrated Management Display Symbols
Press item to the right of this arrow.
previous information exists. Press the Up Arrow on the IMD to view the information. Press and hold the button to scroll.
on the IMD to select the menu
Enter
Down Arrow If present in lower right corner, indicates more
information exists. Press the Down Arrow on the IMD to view the information. Press and hold the button to scroll.
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System Behavior with Error Events

After system POST, if there is an F1 error condition the IMD flashes this message:
LCD-013.EPS
Figure 6-5. New event message
At this point it is necessary to scroll through each screen of the event information menu before the IMD will allow movement on to other menu choices. The display will not allow escape out of the Unviewed Events section until all of the information stored here has been examined.
!ALERT! Press Any Key to View New Events
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For information on interpreting the event messages, see the Integrated Management Log shipped with the server.
After reviewing the events, proceed with normal display operation.
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Menu Structure

The following outline shows the structure of each menu and submenu in the order in which it appears:
Events
Event List
Administration Information
Server
Administrator
Service
Custom Menu Item (if entered)
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Server NameAsset TagOperating SystemOther
NamePhonePagerOther
NamePhonePagerOther
Custom Menu Screen (if entered)
System Information
ROM Date
Bootblock Date
Memory
Processors
Contrast
Contrast
Other Information
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Integrated Management Log

The Compaq Integrated Management Log (IML) records system events and stores them in an easily-viewable form. The IML records hundreds of events instead of the 16 events that the Critical and Correctable Error Logs are capable of recording. The IML also marks each event with a time-stamp with one­minute granularity, instead of the one-hour granularity of the previous logs.
Events listed in the Integrated Management Log are categorized as one of four event severity levels:
Status—indicates that the message is informational only.
Repaired—indicates that corrective action has been taken.
Caution—indicates a non-fatal error condition.
Critical—indicates a component failure.
The Integrated Management Log requires Compaq Operating System­dependent drivers. Refer to Chapter 5, “Server Configuration and Utilities” for instructions on installing the appropriate drivers.
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