This document is for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots HPE server systems.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise assumes you are qualified in the servicing of computer equipment and
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Part Number: 876293-001
Published: June 2017
Edition: 1
Copyright 2017, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP
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•Two-bay NVMe/Six-bay SFF HDD drive cage on page 9
2Box 2 — Supported options:
•Eight-bay SFF HDD drive cage on page 8
•Eight-bay SFF NVMe drive cage on page 9
•Two-bay NVMe/Six-bay SFF HDD drive cage on page 9
3Box 3 — Supported options:
•Eight-bay SFF HDD drive cage on page 8
•Two-bay NVMe/Six-bay SFF HDD drive cage on page 9
4iLO Service Port (169.254.1.2)
5Front USB 3.0 port
6Serial number and iLO information pull tab
Component identification7
Universal media bay components
ItemDescription
1USB 2.0 port
2Video display port
3Optical disk drive (optional)
4Drives (optional)
Drive bay numbering
Eight-bay SFF HDD drive cage
8 Universal media bay components
Eight-bay SFF NVMe drive cage
Two-bay NVMe/Six-bay SFF HDD drive cage
Component identification9
Front panel LEDs and buttons
Power switch module
Systems Insight Display module (optional)
ItemDescriptionStatus
1Power On/Standby button and
system power LED
2Health LED
1
10 Front panel LEDs and buttons
1
Solid green = System on
Flashing green (1 Hz/cycle per sec) = Performing
power on sequence
Solid amber = System in standby
Off = No power present
2
Solid green = Normal
Flashing green (1 Hz/cycle per sec) = iLO is rebooting
Flashing amber = System degraded
Flashing red (1 Hz/cycle per sec) = System critical
3
Table Continued
ItemDescriptionStatus
3NIC status LED
1
Solid green = Link to network
Flashing green (1 Hz/cycle per sec) = Network active
Off = No network activity
4UID button/LED
1
When all four LEDs described in this table flash simultaneously, a power fault has occurred.
2
Facility power is not present, power cord is not attached, no power supplies are installed, power supply
1
failure has occurred, or the power button cable is disconnected.
3
If the health LED indicates a degraded or critical state, review the system IML or use iLO to review the
system health status.
Systems Insight Display LEDs
The Systems Insight Display LEDs represent the system board layout. The display enables diagnosis with the
access panel installed.
Solid blue = Activated
Flashing blue:
•1 Hz/cycle per sec = Remote management or
firmware upgrade in progress
•4 Hz/cycle per sec = iLO manual reboot sequence
initiated
•8 Hz/cycle per sec = iLO manual reboot sequence
in progress
Off = Deactivated
Systems Insight Display LEDs11
DescriptionStatus
Processor LEDs
DIMM LEDs
Fan LEDs
NIC LEDs
Power supply LEDs
PCI riser LED
Off = Normal
Amber = Failed processor
Off = Normal
Amber = Failed DIMM or configuration issue
Off = Normal
Amber = Failed fan or missing fan
Off = No link to network
Solid green = Network link
Flashing green = Network link with activity
If power is off, the front panel LED is not active. For
status, see "Rear panel LEDs on page 17."
Off = Normal
Solid amber = Power subsystem degraded, power
supply failure, or input power lost.
Off = Normal
Amber = Incorrectly installed PCI riser cage
Over temp LED
Proc DIMM Group LED
Power cap LED
When the health LED on the front panel illuminates either amber or red, the server is experiencing a health
event. For more information on the combination of these LEDs, see "Systems Insight Display combinedLED descriptions on page 12."
Off = Normal
Amber = High system temperature detected
Off = Normal
Amber = Failed DIMM or configuration issue
Off = System is in standby, or no cap is set.
Solid green = Power cap applied
Systems Insight Display combined LED descriptions
The combined illumination of the following LEDs indicates a system condition:
•Systems Insight Display LEDs
•System power LED
•Health LED
12 Systems Insight Display combined LED descriptions
Systems Insight Display
LED and color
Health
LED
System
power LED
Status
Processor (amber)RedAmber
Processor (amber)AmberGreenProcessor in socket X is in a pre-
DIMM (amber)RedGreenOne or more DIMMs have failed.
DIMM (amber)AmberGreenDIMM in slot X is in a pre-failure
Over temp (amber)AmberGreenThe Health Driver has detected a
Over temp (amber)RedAmberThe server has detected a hardware
PCI riser (amber)RedGreenThe PCI riser cage is not seated
One or more of the following
conditions may exist:
•Processor in socket X has failed.
•Processor X is not installed in the
socket.
•Processor X is unsupported.
•ROM detects a failed processor
during POST.
failure condition.
condition.
cautionary temperature level.
critical temperature level.
properly.
Fan (amber)AmberGreenOne fan has failed or has been
removed.
Fan (amber)RedGreenTwo or more fans have failed or been
removed.
Power supply (amber)RedAmber
Power supply (amber)AmberGreen
One or more of the following
conditions may exist:
•Only one power supply is installed
and that power supply is in
standby.
•Power supply fault
•System board fault
One or more of the following
conditions may exist:
•Redundant power supply is
installed and only one power
supply is functional.
•AC power cord is not plugged into
redundant power supply.
•Redundant power supply fault
•Power supply mismatch at POST
or power supply mismatch through
hot-plug addition
Table Continued
Component identification13
Systems Insight Display
LED and color
Power cap (off)—AmberStandby
Health
LED
System
power LED
Status
Power cap (green)—Flashing
Power cap (green)—GreenPower is available.
Power cap (flashing amber)—AmberPower is not available.
IMPORTANT:
If more than one DIMM slot LED is illuminated, further troubleshooting is required. Test each bank of
DIMMs by removing all other DIMMs. Isolate the failed DIMM by replacing each DIMM in a bank with a
known working DIMM.
Drives
NVMe drive components and LEDs
Waiting for power
green
ItemDescription
1Release lever
2Activity ring
3Do Not Remove LED
4Request to Remove NVMe Drive button
1
Do not remove an NVMe SSD from the drive bay while the Do Not Remove button LED is flashing. The Do
Not Remove button LED flashes to indicate the device is still in use. Removal of the NVMe SSD before the
device has completed and ceased signal/traffic flow can cause loss of data.
1
14 Drives
SAS/SATA drive components and LEDs
ItemDescriptionStatus
1Locate
2Activity ring LED
3Do not remove LED
4Drive status LED
•Solid blue = The drive is being identified by a host
application.
•Flashing blue = The drive carrier firmware is being
updated or requires an update.
•Rotating green = Drive activity.
•Off = No drive activity.
•Solid white = Do not remove the drive. Removing
the drive causes one or more of the logical drives to
fail.
•Off = Removing the drive does not cause a logical
drive to fail.
•Solid green = The drive is a member of one or more
logical drives.
•Flashing green = The drive is rebuilding or
performing a RAID migration, strip size migration,
capacity expansion, or logical drive extension, or is
erasing.
•Flashing amber/green = The drive is a member of
one or more logical drives and predicts the drive will
fail.
•Flashing amber = The drive is not configured and
predicts the drive will fail.
•Solid amber = The drive has failed.
•Off = The drive is not configured by a RAID
controller.
Drive guidelines
CAUTION:
Do not remove an NVMe SSD from the drive bay while the Do Not Remove button LED is flashing. The
Do Not Remove button LED flashes to indicate the device is still in use. Removal of the NVMe SSD
before the device has completed and ceased signal/traffic flow can cause loss of data.
Depending on the configuration, this server supports SAS, SATA, and NVMe drives.
Observe the following general guidelines:
SAS/SATA drive components and LEDs15
•For drive numbering, see "Drive bay numbering on page 8."
•The NVMe SSD is a PCIe bus device. A device attached to a PCIe bus cannot be removed without
allowing the device and bus to complete and cease the signal/traffic flow.
•The system automatically sets all device numbers.
•If only one hard drive is used, install it in the bay with the lowest device number.
•Drives should be the same capacity to provide the greatest storage space efficiency when drives are
grouped into the same drive array.
Rear panel components
Rear panel with optional tertiary riser
ItemDescription
1Primary PCIe riser slots 1-3
2Secondary PCIe riser slot bays 4-6 (Optional)
3Tertiary PCIe riser slots 7-8 (Optional)
4Power supply 2 (PS2)
5Power supply 1 (PS1)
6Serial port
7iLO Management Port
8Video port
9Rear USB 2.0 ports (2)
10Rear USB 3.0 ports (2)
11FlexibleLOM (optional)
Rear panel with optional redundant power supplies
16 Rear panel components
ItemDescription
1Primary PCIe riser slots 1-3
2Secondary PCIe riser slot bays 4-6 (Optional)
3Power supply 4 (PS4, optional)
4Power supply 2 (PS2)
5Power supply 3 (PS3, optional)
6Power supply 1 (PS1)
7Serial port
8iLO Management Port
9Video port
10Rear USB 2.0 ports (2)
11Rear USB 3.0 ports (2)
12FlexibleLOM (optional)
Rear panel LEDs
ItemDescriptionStatus
1Link LED
2Activity LED
3UID LED
Off = No network link
Green = Network link
Off = No network activity
Solid green = Link to network
Flashing green = Network activity
Off = Deactivated
Solid blue = Activated
Flashing blue = System being
managed remotely
Rear panel LEDs17
Power supply LEDs
The power supply LED is located on each power supply.
DIMM slots are numbered sequentially (1 through 12) for each processor on the system and mezzanine
boards.
For specific DIMM population information, see the DIMM population guidelines on the Hewlett Packard
Enterprise website (http://www.hpe.com/docs/memory-population-rules).
System board DIMM slots
1
DIMM slot locations21
Processor mezzanine board DIMM slots
Drive cage backplane identification
Eight-bay SFF HDD drive cage backplane
22 Drive cage backplane identification
Eight-bay SFF NVMe SSD drive cage backplane
Two-bay NVMe/Six-bay SFF HDD drive cage backplane
Component identification23
Two-bay SFF drive cage backplane
HPE 12G SAS Expander Card port numbering
24 HPE 12G SAS Expander Card port numbering
Riser components
4-port Slimline riser
ItemDescription
1–4x8 Slimline NVMe connectors
Three-slot riser (three x8 slots)
ItemDescription
1x8 Slimline NVMe connector
2–4x8 PCIe slots
Riser components25
M.2 three-slot riser
ItemDescription
1GPU cable connector
2M.2 SSD drive connectors
1
3x8 PCIe slot
4x16 PCIe slot
5x8 PCIe slot
1
The riser supports installation of a second M.2 SSD drive on the reverse side.
Three-slot riser (2 x8 and 1 x16 slots)
26Component identification
ItemDescription
1GPU cable connector
2x8 PCIe slot
3x16 PCIe slot
4x8 PCIe slot
Two-slot GPU riser
ItemDescription
1GPU cable connector
2x16 PCIe slot
3x16 PCIe slot
Two-slot x8 riser (tertiary)
Component identification27
ItemDescription
1x8 PCIe slot
2x8 PCIe slot
x8 riser (tertiary)
ItemDescription
1x8 PCIe slot
2x8 Slimline NVMe connector
Dual Slimline riser (tertiary)
28Component identification
ItemDescription
1x8 Slimline NVMe connector
2x8 Slimline NVMe connector
Component identification29
Setup
HPE support services
Delivered by experienced, certified engineers, HPE support services help you keep your servers up and
running with support packages tailored specifically for HPE ProLiant systems. HPE support services let you
integrate both hardware and software support into a single package. A number of service level options are
available to meet your business and IT needs.
HPE support services offer upgraded service levels to expand the standard product warranty with easy-tobuy, easy-to-use support packages that will help you make the most of your server investments. Some of the
HPE support services for hardware, software or both are:
•Foundation Care – Keep systems running.
◦6-Hour Call-to-Repair
◦4-Hour 24x7
◦Next Business Day
•Proactive Care – Help prevent service incidents and get you to technical experts when there is one.
◦6-Hour Call-to-Repair
◦4-Hour 24x7
◦Next Business Day
•Startup and implementation services for both hardware and software
•HPE Education Services – Help train your IT staff.
For more information on HPE support services, see the
Setup overview
Procedure
1. Review the operational requirements for the server (Operational requirements on page 30).
2. Read the following safety notices, warnings, and cautions:
•Server warnings and cautions (Server warnings and cautions on page 32)
•Rack warnings (Rack warnings on page 33)
•Electrostatic discharge (Electrostatic discharge on page 33)
3. Verify the contents in the server box (Server box contents on page 34).
4. Install hardware options (Installing hardware options on page 49).
5. Install the server into a rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
6. Configure the server (Configuring the server on page 36).
7. Install or deploy an operating system (Operating system on page 36).
8. Register your server (Registering the server on page 37).
Operational requirements
Space and airflow requirements
Hewlett Packard Enterprise website.
To allow for servicing and adequate airflow, observe the following space and airflow requirements when
deciding where to install a rack:
30 Setup
•Leave a minimum clearance of 63.5 cm (25 in) in front of the rack.
•Leave a minimum clearance of 76.2 cm (30 in) behind the rack.
•Leave a minimum clearance of 121.9 cm (48 in) from the back of the rack to the back of another rack or
row of racks.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise servers draw in cool air through the front door and expel warm air through the
rear door. Therefore, the front and rear rack doors 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.
CAUTION:
To prevent improper cooling and damage to the equipment, do not block the ventilation openings.
When vertical space in the rack is not filled by a server or rack component, the gaps between the components
cause changes in airflow through the rack and across the servers. Cover all gaps with blanking panels to
maintain proper airflow.
CAUTION:
Always use blanking panels to fill empty vertical spaces in the rack. This arrangement ensures proper
airflow. Using a rack without blanking panels results in improper cooling that can lead to thermal
damage.
The 9000 and 10000 Series Racks provide proper server cooling from flow-through perforations in the front
and rear doors that provide 64 percent open area for ventilation.
CAUTION:
When using a Compaq branded 7000 series rack, install the high airflow rack door insert (PN 327281B21 for 42U rack, PN 157847-B21 for 22U rack) to provide proper front-to-back airflow and cooling.
CAUTION:
If a third-party rack is used, observe the following additional requirements to ensure adequate airflow
and to prevent damage to the equipment:
•Front and rear doors—If the 42U rack includes closing front and rear doors, you must allow 5,350 sq
cm (830 sq in) of holes evenly distributed from top to bottom to permit adequate airflow (equivalent to
the required 64 percent open area for ventilation).
•Side—The clearance between the installed rack component and the side panels of the rack must be
a minimum of 7 cm (2.75 in).
IMPORTANT:
The HPE ProLiant DL560 Gen10 Server cable management arm is not supported on Compaq branded
7000 series racks.
Temperature requirements
To ensure continued safe and reliable equipment operation, install or position the system in a well-ventilated,
climate-controlled environment.
The maximum recommended ambient operating temperature (TMRA) for most server products is 35°C
(95°F). The temperature in the room where the rack is located must not exceed 35°C (95°F).
Temperature requirements31
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when installing third-party options:
•Do not permit optional equipment to impede airflow around the server or to increase the internal rack
temperature beyond the maximum allowable limits.
•Do not exceed the manufacturer’s TMRA.
Power requirements
Installation of this equipment must comply with local and regional electrical regulations governing the
installation of information technology equipment by licensed electricians. This equipment is designed to
operate in installations covered by NFPA 70, 1999 Edition (National Electric Code) and NFPA-75, 1992 (code
for Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment). For electrical power ratings on options,
refer to the product rating label or the user documentation supplied with that option.
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 rack. Consult the electrical authority having jurisdiction over
wiring and installation requirements of your facility.
CAUTION:
Protect the server from power fluctuations and temporary interruptions with a regulating uninterruptible
power supply. This device protects the hardware from damage caused by power surges and voltage
spikes and keeps the system in operation during a power failure.
Electrical grounding requirements
The server must be grounded properly for proper operation and safety. In the United States, you must install
the equipment in accordance with NFPA 70, 1999 Edition (National Electric Code), Article 250, as well as any
local and regional building codes. In Canada, you must install the equipment in accordance with Canadian
Standards Association, CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code. In all other countries, you must install the
equipment in accordance with any regional or national electrical wiring codes, such as the International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Code 364, parts 1 through 7. Furthermore, you must be sure that all
power distribution devices used in the installation, such as branch wiring and receptacles, are listed or
certified grounding-type devices.
Because of the high ground-leakage currents associated with multiple servers connected to the same power
source, Hewlett Packard Enterprise recommends the use of a PDU that is either permanently wired to the
building’s branch circuit or includes a nondetachable cord that is wired to an industrial-style plug. NEMA
locking-style plugs or those complying with IEC 60309 are considered suitable for this purpose. Using
common power outlet strips for the server is not recommended.
Server warnings and cautions
WARNING:
This server is heavy. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment:
•Observe local occupational health and safety requirements and guidelines for manual material
handling.
•Get help to lift and stabilize the product during installation or removal, especially when the product is
not fastened to the rails. Hewlett Packard Enterprise recommends that a minimum of two people are
required for all rack server installations. If the server is installed higher than chest level, a third
person may be required to help align the server.
•Use caution when installing the server in or removing the server from the rack; it is unstable when
not fastened to the rails.
32 Power requirements
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the internal system
components to cool before touching them.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock, or damage to the equipment, remove the power
cord to remove power from the server. The front panel Power On/Standby button does not completely
shut off system power. Portions of the power supply and some internal circuitry remain active until
AC/DC power is removed.
CAUTION:
Protect the server from power fluctuations and temporary interruptions with a regulating uninterruptible
power supply. 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:
Do not operate the server for long periods with the access panel open or removed. Operating the server
in this manner results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to thermal damage.
Rack warnings
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 installation.
•The racks are coupled together in multiple-rack installations.
•Only one component is extended at a time. A rack may become unstable if more than one
component is extended for any reason.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury or equipment damage when unloading a rack:
•At least two people are needed to safely unload the rack from the pallet. An empty 42U rack can
weigh as much as 115 kg (253 lb), can stand more than 2.1 m (7 ft) tall, and might become unstable
when being moved on its casters.
•Never stand in front of the rack when it is rolling down the ramp from the pallet. Always handle the
rack from both sides.
Electrostatic discharge
Be aware of the precautions you must follow when setting up the system or handling components. A
discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system boards or other staticsensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the system or component.
To prevent electrostatic damage:
•Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe containers.
•Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static-free workstations.
•Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers.
Rack warnings33
•Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.
•Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or assembly. Use one or more
of the following methods when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts:
◦Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded workstation or computer chassis. Wrist
straps are flexible straps with a minimum of 1 megohm ±10 percent resistance in the ground cords. To
provide proper ground, wear the strap snug against the skin.
◦Use heel straps, toe straps, or boot straps at standing workstations. Wear the straps on both feet when
standing on conductive floors or dissipating floor mats.
◦Use conductive field service tools.
◦Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat.
If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have an authorized reseller
install the part.
For more information on static electricity or assistance with product installation, contact an authorized reseller.
Server box contents
The server shipping box contains the following contents:
•A server
•A power cord
•Rack-mounting hardware
•Documentation
Installing hardware options
Install any hardware options before initializing the server. For options installation information, refer to the
option documentation. For server-specific information, see "Installing hardware options on page 49."
Installing the server into the rack
CAUTION:
Always plan the rack installation so that the heaviest item is on the bottom of the rack. Install the
heaviest item first, and continue to populate the rack from the bottom to the top.
Procedure
1. Install the server and cable management arm into the rack.
For more information, see the installation instructions that ship with the 2U Quick Deploy Rail System.
2. Connect peripheral devices to the server.
For information on identifying connectors, see "Rear panel components on page 16."
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug telephone or
telecommunications connectors into RJ-45 connectors.
3. Connect the power cord to the rear of the server.
4. Install the power cord anchors.
34 Server box contents
5. Secure the cables to the cable management arm.
IMPORTANT:
When using cable management arm components, be sure to leave enough slack in each of the
cables to prevent damage to the cables when the server is extended from the rack.
6. Connect the power cord to the AC power source.
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.
•Unplug the power cord from the power supply to disconnect power to the equipment.
•Do not route the power cord where it can be walked on or pinched by items placed against it. Pay
particular attention to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the cord extends from the
server.
Setup35
Configuring the server
When the server is powered on, the POST screen is displayed. Use the following options to configure the
server:
•System utilities (F9)
Use this option to configure UEFI, RBSU, or other boot settings.
•Intelligent Provisioning (F10)
Use this option to configure drives, access Smart Storage Administrator, or begin installing or deploying an
operating system.
•Boot order (F11)
Use this option to select a boot device.
•Network boot (F12)
Use this option to PXE boot the server from the network.
Operating system
This ProLiant server does not ship with provisioning media. Everything required to manage and install the
system software and firmware is preloaded on the server.
To operate properly, the server must have a supported operating system. Attempting to run an unsupported
operating system can cause serious and unpredictable results. For the latest information on operating system
support, see the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website.
Failure to observe UEFI requirements for ProLiant Gen10 servers can result in errors installing the operating
system, failure to recognize boot media, and other boot failures. For more information on these requirements,
see the HPE UEFI Requirements on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website.
To install an operating system on the server, use one of the following methods:
•Intelligent Provisioning—For single-server deployment, updating, and provisioning capabilities. For more
information, see Installing the operating system with Intelligent Provisioning on page 36.
•Insight Control server provisioning—For multiserver remote OS deployment, use Insight Control server
provisioning for an automated solution. For more information, see the Insight Control documentation on
the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website.
For additional system software and firmware updates, download the Service Pack for ProLiant from the
Hewlett Packard Enterprise website. Software and firmware must be updated before using the server for
the first time, unless any installed software or components require an older version.
For more information, see Keeping the system current on page 129.
For more information on using these installation methods, see the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website.
Installing the operating system with Intelligent Provisioning
Procedure
1. Connect the Ethernet cable between the network connector on the server and a network jack.
2. Press the Power On/Standby button.
3. During server POST, press F10.
4. Complete the initial Preferences and Registration portion of Intelligent Provisioning.
5. At the 1 Start screen, click Configure and Install.
6. To finish the installation, follow the onscreen prompts. An Internet connection is required to update the
firmware and systems software.
36 Configuring the server
Registering the server
To experience quicker service and more efficient support, register the product at the Hewlett Packard
Enterprise Product Registration website.
Registering the server37
Operations
Powering up the server
Procedure
1. To power up the server, press the Power On/Standby button.
Power down the server
Before powering down the server for any upgrade or maintenance procedures, perform a backup of critical
server data and programs.
IMPORTANT:
When the server is in standby mode, auxiliary power is still being provided to the system.
To power down the server, use one of the following methods:
•Press and release the Power On/Standby button.
This method initiates a controlled shutdown of applications and the OS before the server enters standby
mode.
•Press and hold the Power On/Standby button for more than 4 seconds to force the server to enter standby
mode.
This method forces the server to enter standby mode without properly exiting applications and the OS. If
an application stops responding, you can use this method to force a shutdown.
•Use a virtual power button selection through iLO.
This method initiates a controlled remote shutdown of applications and the OS before the server enters
standby mode.
Before proceeding, verify that the server is in standby mode by observing that the system power LED is
amber.
Extend the server from the rack
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury or equipment damage, be sure that the rack is adequately stabilized
before extending a component from the rack.
1. Pull down the quick release levers on each side of the server.
2. Extend the server from the rack.
38 Operations
3. After performing the installation or maintenance procedure, slide the server back into the rack, and then
press the server firmly into the rack to secure it in place.
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 sliding rails could pinch your fingers.
Removing the server from the rack
To remove the server from a Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Compaq-branded, Telco, or third-party rack:
Procedure
1. Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2. Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
3. Disconnect the cabling and remove the server from the rack.
For more information, see the documentation that ships with the rack mounting option.
4. Place the server on a sturdy, level surface.
Releasing the cable management arm
Release the cable management arm and then swing the arm away from the rack.
Removing the server from the rack39
Accessing the Systems Insight Display
Procedure
1. Press and release the panel.
2. After the display fully ejects, rotate the display to view the LEDs.
Removing the access panel
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the internal system
components to cool before touching them.
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Prerequisites
A T-10 Torx screwdriver might be needed to unlock the access panel.
Procedure
1. Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3. Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4. If the locking latch is locked, use a T-10 Torx screwdriver to unlock the latch.
5. Open the locking latch.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to electrical components, take the appropriate anti-static precautions before
beginning any installation, removal, or replacement procedure. Improper grounding can cause
electrostatic discharge.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the server for long periods with the access panel open or removed. Operating the server
in this manner results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to thermal damage.
The access panel slides back, releasing it from the chassis.
6. Lift and remove the access panel.
Turn the access panel over to locate the server label. This label provides convenient access to component
identification and LED status indicators.
Installing the access panel
Procedure
1. Place the access panel on top of the server with the latch open.
Allow the panel to extend past the rear of the server approximately 1.25 cm (0.5 in).
2. Push down on the latch.
The access panel slides to a closed position.
3. Tighten the security screw on the latch.
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Removing the air baffle
The air baffle must be installed in 1- and 2-processor configurations.
CAUTION:
For proper cooling do not operate the server without the access panel, baffles, expansion slot covers, or
blanks installed. If the server supports hot-plug components, minimize the amount of time the access
panel is open.
To remove the component:
Procedure
1. Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3. Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4. Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5. Remove the air baffle.
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Installing the air baffle
The air baffle must be installed in one- and two-processor configurations.
CAUTION:
For proper cooling do not operate the server without the access panel, baffles, expansion slot covers, or
blanks installed. If the server supports hot-plug components, minimize the amount of time the access
panel is open.
Procedure
1. Install the air baffle.
2. Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
3. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
4. Connect each power cord to the server.
5. Connect each power cord to the power source.
6. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
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Removing the PCIe riser cages
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the server or expansion boards, power down the server and remove all AC power
cords before removing or installing the PCIe riser cage.
Procedure
1. Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3. Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4. Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5. Disconnect all cables attached to the expansion boards in the PCIe riser cage.
6. Remove the riser cage:
•Primary or secondary riser cage (the primary riser cage is shown)
•Tertiary riser cage
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Installing the primary PCIe riser cage
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the server or expansion boards, power down the server and remove all AC power
cords before removing or installing the PCIe riser cage.
Procedure
1. Install the primary PCIe riser cage.
2. Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
3. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
4. Connect each power cord to the server.
5. Connect each power cord to the power source.
6. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
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Removing the fan cage
Procedure
1. Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3. Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4. Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5. Remove the fan cage.
Installing the fan cage
Procedure
1. Install the fan cage.
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2. Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
3. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
4. Connect each power cord to the server.
5. Connect each power cord to the power source.
6. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Removing the processor mezzanine tray
Procedure
1. Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3. Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4. Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5. Remove the processor mezzanine tray.
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Removing the 2P pass-through performance board
Procedure
1. Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3. Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4. Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5. Remove the pass-through board.
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Installing hardware options
Before powering on the server for the first time, install all hardware options.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise product QuickSpecs
For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see the
product QuickSpecs on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website (
Installing a Systems Insight Display
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•The components included with the hardware option kit
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3.Do one of the following:
http://www.hpe.com/info/qs).
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.If installed, do the following:
a. Remove the air baffle (Removing the air baffle on page 42).
b. Remove the processor mezzanine tray (Removing the processor mezzanine tray on page 47).
c. Remove the 2P pass-through performance board (Removing the 2P pass-through performance
board on page 48).
6.Remove the fan cage (Removing the fan cage on page 46).
CAUTION:
When routing cables, always be sure that the cables are not in a position where they can be
pinched or crimped.
7.Remove the cabled power switch module. Retain the T-10 screw for later use.
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8.Route the cable through the opening in the front of the server, and then install the SID power switch
module. Secure the module using the existing screw.
9.Cable the SID module to the system board.
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10. If removed, do the following:
a. Install the air baffle (Installing the air baffle on page 43).
b. Install the processor mezzanine tray (Installing a processor mezzanine tray on page 87).
c. Install the 2P pass-through performance board (Installing a 2P pass-through performance board
on page 88).
11. Install the fan cage.
12. Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
13. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
14. Connect each power cord to the server.
15. Connect each power cord to the power source.
16. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Installing an eight-bay SFF HDD drive cage
The eight-bay SFF HDD drive cage can be installed in the following drive boxes in the front of the server. See
"Front panel components on page 7."
•Drive box 1
•Drive box 2
•Drive box 3
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
•The components included with the hardware option kit
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
3.Do one of the following:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
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•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.If installed, do the following:
a. Remove the air baffle (Removing the air baffle on page 42).
b. Remove the processor mezzanine tray (Removing the processor mezzanine tray on page 47).
c. Remove the 2P pass-through performance board (Removing the 2P pass-through performance
board on page 48).
6.Remove the fan cage (Removing the fan cage on page 46).
7.Remove the screws, and then remove the drive bay blank.
8.Install the drive cage.
9.Route and connect the cables depending on the server configuration. For more information, see
"Cabling on page 109."
To cable the drive cage to the HPE 12G SAS Expander, see "Installing the HPE 12G SAS Expander
Card on page 96."
10. Install the fan cage.
11. If removed, do the following:
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a. Install the air baffle (Installing the air baffle on page 43).
b. Install the processor mezzanine tray (Installing a processor mezzanine tray on page 87).
c. Install the 2P pass-through performance board (Installing a 2P pass-through performance board
on page 88).
12. Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
13. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
14. Connect each power cord to the server.
15. Connect each power cord to the power source.
16. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Installing an eight-bay NVME SSD drive cage
The eight-bay NVME SSD drive cage can only be installed in drive box 2 in the front of the server. See "Front
panel components on page 7."
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
•The components included with the hardware option kit
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3.Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
5.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
6.If installed, do the following:
a. Remove the air baffle (Removing the air baffle on page 42).
b. Remove the processor mezzanine tray (Removing the processor mezzanine tray on page 47).
c. Remove the 2P pass-through performance board (Removing the 2P pass-through performance
board on page 48).
7.Remove the fan cage (Removing the fan cage on page 46).
8.Remove the screws, and then remove the drive bay blank.
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9.If drive blanks are installed in the drive cage assembly, remove the drive blanks. Retain the drive blanks
for use in empty drive bays.
10. Install the drive cage.
11. Route and connect the cables depending on the server configuration. For more information, see
"Cabling on page 109."
To cable the drive cage to the HPE 12G SAS Expander, see "Installing the HPE 12G SAS Expander
Card on page 96."
12. If removed, do the following:
a. Install the air baffle (Installing the air baffle on page 43).
b. Install the processor mezzanine tray (Installing a processor mezzanine tray on page 87).
c. Install the 2P pass-through performance board (Installing a 2P pass-through performance board
on page 88).
13. Install the fan cage.
14. Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
15. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
16. Connect each power cord to the server.
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17. Connect each power cord to the power source.
18. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Installing a two-bay NVMe SSD/six-bay SFF HDD cage
The two-bay NVME SSD/six-bay SFF HDD drive cage can be installed in the following drive box locations in
the front of the server. For more information, see "Front panel components on page 7."
•Drive box 1
•Drive box 2
•Drive box 3
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
•The components included with the hardware option kit
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3.Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.If installed, do the following:
a. Remove the air baffle (Removing the air baffle on page 42).
b. Remove the processor mezzanine tray (Removing the processor mezzanine tray on page 47).
c. Remove the 2P pass-through performance board (Removing the 2P pass-through performance
board on page 48).
6.Remove the fan cage (Removing the fan cage on page 46).
7.Remove the screws, and then remove the drive bay blank.
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8.Install the drive cage.
9.Route and connect the cables depending on the server configuration. For more information, see
"Cabling on page 109."
To cable the drive cage to the HPE 12G SAS Expander, see "Installing the HPE 12G SAS Expander
Card on page 96."
10. If removed, do the following:
a. Install the air baffle (Installing the air baffle on page 43).
b. Install the processor mezzanine tray (Installing a processor mezzanine tray on page 87).
c. Install the 2P pass-through performance board (Installing a 2P pass-through performance board
on page 88).
11. Install the fan cage.
12. Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
13. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
14. Connect each power cord to the server.
15. Connect each power cord to the power source.
16. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Installing a universal media bay
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•The components included with the hardware option kit
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3.Do one of the following:
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•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.If installed, do the following:
a. Remove the air baffle (Removing the air baffle on page 42).
b. Remove the processor mezzanine tray (Removing the processor mezzanine tray on page 47).
c. Remove the 2P pass-through performance board (Removing the 2P pass-through performance
board on page 48).
6.Remove the fan cage (Removing the fan cage on page 46).
7.Remove the screws, and then remove the drive bay blank.
8.Route the cables through the opening, and then install the universal media bay.
9.(Optional) Install the optical disk drive.
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10. Connect the universal media bay USB and display port cables (orange) and the optional optical drive
cable (blue).
11. If removed, do the following:
a. Install the air baffle (Installing the air baffle on page 43).
b. Install the processor mezzanine tray (Installing a processor mezzanine tray on page 87).
c. Install the 2P pass-through performance board (Installing a 2P pass-through performance board
on page 88).
12. Install the fan cage.
13. Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
14. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
15. Connect each power cord to the server.
16. Connect each power cord to the power source.
17. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Installing a two-bay SFF drive cage
The front bay installation requires a universal media bay to be installed.
58 Installing a two-bay SFF drive cage
To install the component:
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
•The components included with the hardware option kit
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
3.Do one of the following:
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.If installed, do the following:
6.Remove the fan cage (Removing the fan cage on page 46).
7.Remove the screws, and then remove the drive bay blank.
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
a. Remove the air baffle (Removing the air baffle on page 42).
b. Remove the processor mezzanine tray (Removing the processor mezzanine tray on page 47).
c. Remove the 2P pass-through performance board (Removing the 2P pass-through performance
board on page 48).
8.Remove the optical disk drive tray from the universal media bay.
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9.Remove the SFF drive blank from the universal media bay.
10. Install the grommets onto the underside of the drive cage.
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11. Install the drive cage into the universal media bay.
12. Install the universal media bay.
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13. Connect the universal media bay USB and display port cables (orange) and the optional optical drive
cable (blue).
14. Route and connect the drive backplane power cable.
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15. Route and connect the cables depending on the types of drives installed and the server configuration.
For more information, see "Cabling on page 109."
To cable the drive cage to the HPE 12G SAS Expander, see "Installing the HPE 12G SAS Expander
Card on page 96."
16. If removed, do the following:
a. Install the air baffle (Installing the air baffle on page 43).
b. Install the processor mezzanine tray (Installing a processor mezzanine tray on page 87).
c. Install the 2P pass-through performance board (Installing a 2P pass-through performance board
on page 88).
17. Install the fan cage.
18. Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
19. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
20. Connect each power cord to the server.
21. Connect each power cord to the power source.
22. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Installing a hot-plug SAS or SATA drive
CAUTION:
To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless all device bays are
populated with either a component or a blank.
Procedure
1. Remove the drive blank.
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2. Prepare the drive.
3. Install the drive.
Installing an NVMe drive
CAUTION:
To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless all device bays are
populated with either a component or a blank.
Procedure
1. Remove the drive blank.
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2. Prepare the drive.
3. Install the drive.
4. Observe the LED status of the drive.
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Installing an internal USB drive
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3.Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.Locate the internal USB connectors on the system board (System board components on page 19).
6.Install the USB drive.
7.Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
8.Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
9.Connect each power cord to the server.
10. Connect each power cord to the power source.
11. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Installing a 4-port NVMe mezzanine card
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
•The components included with the hardware option kit
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Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
3.Do one of the following:
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.Install the bracket.
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
6.Install the mezzanine card.
7.Connect the cables to the mezzanine card depending on the server configuration:
•Eight-bay NVMe SSD drive cage installed in box 2
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•Two-bay NVMe/Six-bay SFF HDD drive cages installed in boxes 1–3
8.Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
9.Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
10. Connect each power cord to the server.
11. Connect each power cord to the power source.
12. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Riser and riser cage options
Installing the secondary PCIe riser cage
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
•The components included with the hardware option kit
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Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
3.Do one of the following:
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.Remove the secondary riser cage blank.
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
6.When installing the secondary PCIe riser cage for the first time, remove the fastener from the riser cage.
7.Install the additional fastener supplied with the option kit onto the riser cage.
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8.Install an expansion board into the secondary PCIe riser cage (Installing an expansion board on page
77).
9.Install the secondary PCIe riser cage.
10. Connect any required cables to the expansion board, if necessary.
11. Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
12. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
13. Connect each power cord to the server.
14. Connect each power cord to the power source.
15. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Installing a tertiary PCIe cage
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the server or expansion boards, power down the server and remove all AC power
cords before removing or installing the PCI riser cage.
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Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
•The components included with the hardware option kit
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
3.Do one of the following:
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.Remove the secondary riser cage blank.
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
6.Remove the power cage blank.
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7.Install the tertiary riser cage.
8.Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
9.Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
10. Connect each power cord to the server.
11. Connect each power cord to the power source.
12. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Installing riser board options
The server supports three PCIe riser cages that can be configured with different riser boards.
Primary PCIe Riser Board
The primary PCIe riser cage supports installation of the following riser boards:
•Quad Slimline riser board with 4 x8 Slimline NVMe ports.
•3-slot riser board with 3 x8 connections and 1 x8 Slimline NVMe connection.
•3-slot riser board with 2 x8, 1 x16, and 2 M.2 SATA connections.
•3-slot riser board with 2 x8 and 1 x16 connections.
•2-slot riser board with 2 x16 connections.
Secondary PCIe Riser Board
The secondary PCIe riser cage supports installation of the following riser boards:
•Quad Slimline riser board with 4 x8 Slimline NVMe connections.
•3-slot riser board with 3 x8 connections and 1 x8 Slimline NVMe port.
•3-slot riser board with 2 x8 and 1 x16 connections.
•2-slot riser board with 2 x16 connections.
Tertiary PCIe Riser Board
The tertiary PCIe riser cage supports installation of the following riser boards:
•2-slot riser with 2 x8 connections.
•2-slot riser with 1 x8 connection and 1 x8 Slimline NVMe port.
•2-port riser with 2 x8 Slimline NVMe connections.
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Installing a riser board into the primary and secondary PCIe riser cages
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
•The components included with the hardware option kit
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3.Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.Disconnect all cables attached to the expansion boards in the PCIe riser cage.
6.Remove the riser cage (
7.If installed, remove any expansion boards installed on the riser board.
Removing the PCIe riser cages on page 44).
8.If installed, remove the riser board installed in the riser cage.
9.Align the screw holes on the riser board with the holes on the riser cage, and then install the riser board.
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NOTE:
Your riser board might appear different.
10. Do one of the following:
•Install the primary PCIe riser cage (Installing the primary PCIe riser cage on page 45).
•Install the secondary PCIe riser cage (Installing the secondary PCIe riser cage on page 68).
11. Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
12. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
13. Connect each power cord to the server.
14. Connect each power cord to the power source.
15. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Installing a riser board into the tertiary PCIe riser cage
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
•The components included with the hardware option kit
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3.Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.Remove the riser cage (Removing the PCIe riser cages on page 44).
6.Install the riser board.
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7.Install the tertiary riser cage (Installing a tertiary PCIe cage on page 70).
8.Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
9.Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
10. Connect each power cord to the server.
11. Connect each power cord to the power source.
12. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Installing expansion board options
PCIe riser board slot definitions
Installing a riser cage in the primary, secondary, or tertiary PCIe connectors determines which PCIe form
factor can be supported.
Optional Primary Riser Connector (Connected to Processor 1)
1 - ¾L/FH–––
2 - ¾L/FH–––
3 - ¾L/FH–––
1 - SlimlineNVMe x8––
Optional Secondary Riser Connector (Connected to Processor 2)
4 - HL/FH–––
5 - HL/FH–––
6 - HL/FH–––
1 - Slimline–NVMe x8–
Optional Tertiary Riser - Slots 7 and 8 (Connected to Processor 2)
1 - Slimline––NVMe x8
2 - Slimline––NVMe x8
Optional Tertiary Riser - Slots 7 and 8 (Connected to Processor 2)
7 - HL/FH–––
1 - Slimline––NVMe x8
4-port NVMe mezzanine card slot descriptions
Optional 4-port NVMe mezzanine card (Connected to Processor 3)
1 - SlimlineNVMe x8
2 - SlimlineNVMe x8
3 - SlimlineNVMe x8
4 - SlimlineNVMe x8
Installing an expansion board
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock, or damage to the equipment, remove the power
cord to remove power from the server. The front panel Power On/Standby button does not completely
shut off system power. Portions of the power supply and some internal circuitry remain active until AC
power is removed.
CAUTION:
To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless all PCI slots have
either an expansion slot cover or an expansion board installed.
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Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
•The components included with the hardware option kit
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
3.Do one of the following:
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.Remove the riser cage (Removing the PCIe riser cages on page 44).
6.Remove the blank from the riser cage.
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
The primary PCIe riser cage is shown.
7.Install the expansion board into the PCI riser cage.
8.Install the riser cage.
9.Connect any required internal or external cables to the expansion board. See the documentation that
ships with the expansion board.
10. Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
11. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
12. Connect each power cord to the server.
13. Connect each power cord to the power source.
14. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
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Installing a FlexibleLOM adapter
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
•The components included with the hardware option kit
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3.Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.Remove the primary PCIe riser cage (Removing the PCIe riser cages on page 44).
6.Remove the existing FlexibleLOM adapter.
7.Install the FlexibleLOM adapter.
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8.Install the primary PCIe riser cage (Installing the primary PCIe riser cage on page 45).
9.Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
10. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
11. Connect each power cord to the server.
12. Connect each power cord to the power source.
13. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Processor options
Identifying the processor type
The processor type installed in the server is briefly displayed during POST. To view this information and
additional processor specifications, do the following:
Procedure
1. Reboot the server.
The server restarts and the POST screen appears.
2. Press F9.
The System Utilities screen appears.
3. Select System Information | Processor Information.
The Processor Information screen shows detailed information about the processors installed in the server.
4. Press Esc until the main menu is displayed.
5. Select Reboot the System to exit the utility and resume the boot process.
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Installing a processor heatsink module
Hewlett Packard Enterprise recommends identifying the processor heatsink module components before
performing this procedure. For more information, see "Processor, heatsink, and socket components on
page 20."
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•The components included with the hardware option kit
•T-30 Torx screwdriver
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
Procedure
1.Observe the following alerts:
CAUTION:
When handling the heatsink, always hold it along the top and bottom of the fins. Holding it from the
sides can damage the fins.
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the processor or system board, only authorized personnel should attempt to
replace or install the processor in this server.
CAUTION:
To prevent possible server malfunction and damage to the equipment, multiprocessor
configurations must contain processors with the same part number.
CAUTION:
If installing a processor with a faster speed, update the system ROM before installing the
processor.
To download firmware and view installation instructions, see the Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Support Center website.
CAUTION:
THE CONTACTS ARE VERY FRAGILE AND EASILY DAMAGED. To avoid damage to the socket
or processor, do not touch the contacts.
2.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
3.Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
4.Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
5.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
6.If installed, do the following:
a. Remove the air baffle (Removing the air baffle on page 42).
b. Remove the processor mezzanine tray (Removing the processor mezzanine tray on page 47).
c. Remove the 2P pass-through performance board (Removing the 2P pass-through performance
board on page 48).
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NOTE:
Depending on the server configuration, your heatsink might appear different.
7.Install the processor heatsink assembly:
a. Remove the dust cover.
b. Locate the Pin 1 indicator on the processor frame and the socket.
c. Align the processor heatsink assembly with the alignment pins and gently lower it down until it sits
evenly on the socket.
The heatsink alignment pins are keyed. The processor will only install one way.
A standard heatsink is shown. Your heatsink might look different.
d. Using a T-30 Torx screwdriver, tighten the nuts until they stop.
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8.If removed, do the following:
a. Install the air baffle (Installing the air baffle on page 43).
b. Install the processor mezzanine tray (Installing a processor mezzanine tray on page 87).
c. Install the 2P pass-through performance board (Installing a 2P pass-through performance board
on page 88).
9.Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
10. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
11. Connect each power cord to the server.
12. Connect each power cord to the power source.
13. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
The installation is complete.
Upgrading a processor
Hewlett Packard Enterprise recommends identifying the processor heatsink module components before
performing this procedure. For more information, see "Processor, heatsink, and socket components on
page 20."
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following items:
•The components included with the hardware option kit
•T-30 Torx screwdriver
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
Procedure
1.Observe the following alerts:
CAUTION:
When handling the heatsink, always hold it along the top and bottom of the fins. Holding it from the
sides can damage the fins.
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the processor or system board, only authorized personnel should attempt to
replace or install the processor in this server.
CAUTION:
To prevent possible server malfunction and damage to the equipment, multiprocessor
configurations must contain processors with the same part number.
CAUTION:
If installing a processor with a faster speed, update the system ROM before installing the
processor.
To download firmware and view installation instructions, see the Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Support Center website.
CAUTION:
THE CONTACTS ARE VERY FRAGILE AND EASILY DAMAGED. To avoid damage to the socket
or processor, do not touch the contacts.
2.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
3.Remove all power:
Upgrading a processor83
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
4.Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
5.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
6.If installed, do the following:
a. Remove the air baffle (Removing the air baffle on page 42).
b. Remove the processor mezzanine tray (Removing the processor mezzanine tray on page 47).
c. Remove the 2P pass-through performance board (Removing the 2P pass-through performance
board on page 48).
NOTE:
Depending on the server configuration, your heatsink might appear different.
7.Identify the processor to remove.
8.Remove the processor heatsink assembly:
a. Allow the heatsink to cool.
b. Loosen the heatsink nuts in the order specified by the label on the heatsink.
c. Lift the processor heatsink assembly and move it away from the system board.
d. Turn the assembly over and place it on a work surface with the processor facing up.
e. Install the dust cover.
9.Release the thermal grease tension between the processor and heatsink:
a. Locate the tension release slot between the frame and heatsink.
The slot is across from the Pin 1 indicator, near the corner.
b. Insert a 1/4" flathead screwdriver into the slot.
Be sure that the screwdriver is between the frame and the heatsink.
c. Gently rotate the screwdriver to release the tension of the thermal grease.
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d. Unlatch the remaining corners of the frame.
e. Separate the frame from the heatsink.
The processor remains attached to the frame.
10. Using a cleaning solvent, remove the existing thermal grease from the processor and heatsink.
11. Apply thermal grease or a thermal pad to the new processor.
12. Install the processor on the heatsink.
Align the Pin 1 indicator on the frame to the Pin 1 indicator on the heatsink, and then latch the processor
frame to the heatsink.
13. Install the processor heatsink assembly:
a. Remove the dust cover.
b. Locate the Pin 1 indicator on the processor frame and the socket.
c. Align the processor heatsink assembly with the alignment pins and gently lower it down until it sits
evenly on the socket.
The heatsink alignment pins are keyed. The processor will only install one way.
A standard heatsink is shown. Your heatsink might look different.
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d. Using a T-30 Torx screwdriver, tighten the nuts until they stop.
14. If removed, do the following:
a. Install the air baffle (Installing the air baffle on page 43).
b. Install the processor mezzanine tray (Installing a processor mezzanine tray on page 87).
c. Install the 2P pass-through performance board (Installing a 2P pass-through performance board
on page 88).
15. Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
16. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
17. Connect each power cord to the server.
18. Connect each power cord to the power source.
19. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
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Installing a processor mezzanine tray
Prerequisites
Install the processor mezzanine tray to support four processors in the server.
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
•The components included with the hardware option kit
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3.Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.Remove the air baffle (Removing the air baffle on page 42).
6.Install the processors onto the processor mezzanine tray sockets (Installing a processor heatsink
module on page 81).
7.Install the DIMMs onto the processor mezzanine tray DIMM slots (Installing a DIMM on page 90).
8.Install the processor mezzanine tray.
9.Install the air baffle (Installing the air baffle on page 43).
10. Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
11. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
12. Connect each power cord to the server.
13. Connect each power cord to the power source.
14. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
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Installing a 2P pass-through performance board
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
•The components included with the hardware option kit
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3.Do one of the following:
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.Remove the air baffle (Removing the air baffle on page 42).
6.Install the pass-through board.
7.Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
8.Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
9.Connect each power cord to the server.
10. Connect each power cord to the power source.
11. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Memory options
IMPORTANT:
This server does not support mixing LRDIMMs and RDIMMs. Attempting to mix any combination of
these DIMMs can cause the server to halt during BIOS initialization. All memory installed in the server
must be of the same type.
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DIMM population information
For specific DIMM population information, see the DIMM population guidelines on the Hewlett Packard
Enterprise website (http://www.hpe.com/docs/memory-population-rules).
HPE Smart Memory speed information
For more information about memory speed information, see the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website (https://
www.hpe.com/docs/memory-speed-table).
DIMM label identification
To determine DIMM characteristics, see the label attached to the DIMM. The information in this section helps
you to use the label to locate specific information about the DIMM.
ItemDescriptionDefinition
1Capacity
2Rank
3Data width on DRAM
4Memory generation
8 GB
16 GB
32 GB
64 GB
128 GB
1R = Single rank
2R = Dual rank
4R = Quad rank
8R = Octal rank
x4 = 4-bit
x8 = 8-bit
x16 = 16-bit
PC4 = DDR4
Table Continued
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ItemDescriptionDefinition
5Maximum memory speed
6CAS latency
7DIMM type
For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see the
product QuickSpecs on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website (http://www.hpe.com/info/qs).
Installing a DIMM
For information about memory support, configurations, or population guidelines, see "DIMM population
information on page 89."
2133 MT/s
2400 MT/s
2666 MT/s
P = CAS 15-15-15
T = CAS 17-17-17
U = CAS 20-18-18
V = CAS 19-19-19 (for RDIMM, LRDIMM)
V = CAS 22-19-19 (for 3DS TSVLRDIMM)
R = RDIMM (registered)
L = LRDIMM (load reduced)
E = Unbuffered ECC (UDIMM)
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
•The components included with the hardware option kit
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
3.Do one of the following:
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.If installed, do the following:
6.Open the DIMM slot latches.
7.Install the DIMM.
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
a. Remove the air baffle (Removing the air baffle on page 42).
b. Remove the processor mezzanine tray (Removing the processor mezzanine tray on page 47).
c. Remove the 2P pass-through performance board (Removing the 2P pass-through performance
board on page 48).
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8.If removed, do the following:
a. Install the air baffle (Installing the air baffle on page 43).
b. Install the processor mezzanine tray (Installing a processor mezzanine tray on page 87).
c. Install the 2P pass-through performance board (Installing a 2P pass-through performance board
on page 88).
9.Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
10. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
11. Connect each power cord to the server.
12. Connect each power cord to the power source.
13. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
To configure the memory mode, use the BIOS/Platform Configuration (RBSU) in the System Utilities.
If a DIMM failure has occurred, see "Systems Insight Display combined LED descriptions on page 12."
Power supply options
The server supports installation of two or four of the following Flex Slot power supplies:
•HPE 800W Flex Slot Platinum Hot-plug Power Supply
•HPE 800W Flex Slot Titanium Plus Hot-plug Power Supply
•HPE 800W Flex Slot Universal Hot-plug Power Supply
•HPE 800W Flex Slot Hot-plug Battery Backup Power Supply
•HPE 1600W Flex Slot Platinum Plus Hot-plug Power Supply
Population rules
The power supplies are supported horizontally for redundancy. Observe the following when installing power
supplies:
Two power supply configuration
•Install the power supplies into power supply bays 1 and 2.
•Connect the power supplies to separate AC circuits for redundancy.
Four power supply configuration
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•Install the power cage into the server.
•Install power supplies into power supply bays 1—4.
•Connect AC power to power supplies 1 and 2, and then connect power supplies 3 and 4 to a separate AC
circuit for redundancy.
For power supply bay identification, see "Rear panel components on page 16."
NOTE:
HPE ProLiant Gen9 power supplies are not supported in HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers.
Installing a hot-plug power supply (two power supply configuration)
CAUTION:
All power supplies installed in the server must have the same output power capacity. Verify that all
power supplies have the same part number and label color. The system becomes unstable and may
shut down when it detects mismatched power supplies.
CAUTION:
To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless all device bays are
populated with either a component or a blank.
Procedure
1. Release the cable management arm to access the rear panel ( Releasing the cable management arm
on page 39).
2. Remove the blank.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the internal system
components to cool before touching them.
3. Install the power supplies into power supply bays 1 and 2 until each click into place.
To install power supplies in a four power supply configuration, see "Installing additional redundant hot-
plug power supplies (four power supply configuration) on page 93."
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4. Connect the power cord to the power supply.
For redundancy, connect the power supplies in bays 1 and 2 to separate AC circuits.
5. Route the power cord.
Use the cable management arm when routing cords and cables.
6. Connect the power cord to the power source.
7. Observe the power supply LED.
Installing additional redundant hot-plug power supplies (four power supply
configuration)
CAUTION:
All power supplies installed in the server must have the same output power capacity. Verify that all
power supplies have the same part number and label color. The system becomes unstable and may
shut down when it detects mismatched power supplies.
CAUTION:
To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless all device bays are
populated with either a component or a blank.
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following:
•T-10 Torx screwdriver
•The components included with the hardware option kit
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
3.Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.Do one of the following:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
•Remove the secondary PCIe riser cage blank.
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•Remove the secondary PCIe riser cage (Removing the PCIe riser cages on page 44).
•Remove the tertiary PCIe riser cage (Removing the PCIe riser cages on page 44).
6.Remove the power supply cage blank.
7.Install the power supply cage.
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8.Install the power supply backplane.
9.Install the power supplies into power supply bays 1—4 until each click into place.
10. Do one of the following:
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•Install the PCIe riser cage blank.
•Install the secondary PCIe riser cage.
11. Install the access panel (Installing the access panel on page 41).
12. Install the server into the rack (Installing the server into the rack on page 34).
13. Connect AC power to the power supplies:
a. Connect AC power to the power supplies in bays 1 and 2.
b. For redundancy, connect the power supplies in bays 3 and 4 to a separate AC circuit.
14. Route the power cord.
Use best practices when routing power cords and other cables. A cable management arm is available to
help with routing. To obtain a cable management arm, contact a Hewlett Packard Enterprise authorized
reseller.
15. Connect each power cord to the power source.
16. Power up the server (Powering up the server on page 38).
Installing the HPE 12G SAS Expander Card
Hewlett Packard Enterprise recommends installing the SAS expander card in slot 2 of the primary PCIe riser
cage.
To ensure that cables are connected correctly, observe the labels on the cable and component connectors.
Be sure that you have the latest firmware for the controllers, HBAs, and the HPE 12G SAS Expander. To
download the latest firmware, see the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website (http://www.hpe.com/support/
hpesc).
Group A cables—Controller to SAS expander card
CableDescriptionConnection to SAS
expander
874067-001Mini-SAS cable, Smart Array Controller to
expander
Group B cables—SAS expander card to Smart Array controller
CableDescriptionConnection to SAS
880028-0012x4 SAS cable, expander to H240Port 1, Port 2Riser 2
880029-0012x4 SAS cable, expander to Smart Array
controller
Group C cables—SAS expander card to SFF drive cage
CableDescriptionConnection to SAS
874066-001Mini-SAS cable, expander to 2SFFPort 3, Port 4Box 1
874064-001Mini-SAS cable, expander to 2SFFPort 5, Port 6Box 2
Port 1, Port 2Riser 1, Smart Array
expander
Port 1, Port 2Riser 3
expander
Connection to
controller
controller
Connection to
controller
Connection to drive box
874065-001Mini-SAS cable, expander to 2SFFPort 7, Port 8Box 3
874063-001Mini-SAS cable, expander to 2SFFPort 3Box 1
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Prerequisites
The 12G SAS Expander Card supports up to 24 SFF drives, depending on which options are also installed in
the server.
The following components must be installed:
•Storage controller
•Drive cages
◦24SFF drive configuration—Bay 1, bay 2, and bay 3 installed with 8SFF front drive cages
◦18SFF drive configuration—Bay 1 Universal Media Bay installed with 2SFF drive cage option, and bay
◦16SFF drive configuration—Bay 2 and bay 3 installed with 8SFF drive cages
Procedure
1.Power down the server (Power down the server on page 38).
2.Remove all power:
3.Do one of the following:
4.Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel on page 40).
5.If installed, do the following:
6.Remove the fan cage (Removing the fan cage on page 46).
7.Remove the primary PCIe riser cage (Removing the PCIe riser cages on page 44).
8.Remove the expansion slot blank from slot 2.
2 and bay 3 installed with 8SFF front drive cages.
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
•Extend the server from the rack (Extend the server from the rack on page 38).
•Remove the server from the rack (Removing the server from the rack on page 39).
a. Remove the air baffle (Removing the air baffle on page 42).
b. Remove the processor mezzanine tray (Removing the processor mezzanine tray on page 47).
c. Remove the joint board (Removing the 2P pass-through performance board on page 48).
d. Remove the 2P pass-through performance board (Removing the 2P pass-through performance
board on page 48).
9.Using the labels on the cables to determine the correct connections, connect the cables to the SAS
expander card.
a. Depending on the ports on the controller, connect the appropriate controller cables to the SAS
expander card.
b. Depending on the drive configuration, connect the appropriate drive cage cables to the SAS expander