HP BL685C User Manual

HP ProLiant BL685c Generation 5 Server Blade User Guide

Part Number 457431-001 October 2007 (First Edition)

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Audience assumptions

This document is for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots servers and storage systems. HP assumes you are qualified in the servicing of computer equipment and trained in recognizing hazards in products with hazardous energy levels.

Component identification............................................................................................................... 6

Front panel components ............................................................................................................................. 6

Front panel LEDs ....................................................................................................................................... 7

SAS and SATA hard drive LEDs................................................................................................................... 8

SAS and SATA hard drive LED combinations ................................................................................................ 8

System board components.......................................................................................................................... 9

Mezzanine connector definitions ..................................................................................................... 10

DIMM slots ................................................................................................................................... 11

System maintenance switch............................................................................................................. 11

System maintenance switch procedures ............................................................................................11

Local I/O cable ...................................................................................................................................... 13

Operations................................................................................................................................. 14

Power up the server blade........................................................................................................................ 14

Power down the server blade.................................................................................................................... 14

Remove the server blade .......................................................................................................................... 15

Remove the access panel.......................................................................................................................... 15

Install the access panel............................................................................................................................. 16

Remove the DIMM baffle.......................................................................................................................... 16

Install the DIMM baffle............................................................................................................................. 16

Setup......................................................................................................................................... 18

Overview ...............................................................................................................................................18

Installing an HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure ...........................................................................................18

Installing server blade options................................................................................................................... 18

Installing interconnect modules.................................................................................................................. 18

Interconnect device mapping .......................................................................................................... 19

Installing a server blade ........................................................................................................................... 19

Connecting to the network........................................................................................................................ 24

Completing the configuration.................................................................................................................... 24

Hardware options installation....................................................................................................... 25

Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 25

Hot-plug SAS or SATA hard drive option ....................................................................................................25

Processor option...................................................................................................................................... 26

Memory option ....................................................................................................................................... 33

Advanced ECC memory ................................................................................................................. 34

DIMM installation guidelines........................................................................................................... 34

DIMM population order.................................................................................................................. 34

Installing DIMMs ........................................................................................................................... 34

Mezzanine card option............................................................................................................................ 35

HP Smart Array E200i Controller battery pack option .................................................................................. 36

Cabling ..................................................................................................................................... 39

SAS cable routing ...................................................................................................................................39

Using the local I/O cable......................................................................................................................... 39

Connecting locally to a server blade with video and USB devices.................................................................. 39

Contents 3

Accessing a server blade with local KVM .........................................................................................40

Accessing local media devices........................................................................................................ 40

Software and configuration utilities ............................................................................................... 42

Server blade deployment tools .................................................................................................................. 42

RBSU requirement for Linux deployment............................................................................................ 42

Software drivers and additional components..................................................................................... 42

HP BladeSystem c-Class Advanced management ............................................................................... 43

Network-based PXE deployment ...................................................................................................... 43

Deployment methods...................................................................................................................... 45

Configuration tools.................................................................................................................................. 48

SmartStart software........................................................................................................................ 48

HP ROM-Based Setup Utility............................................................................................................ 49

Array Configuration Utility.............................................................................................................. 51

Option ROM Configuration for Arrays .............................................................................................51

Re-entering the server serial number and product ID........................................................................... 52

Management tools................................................................................................................................... 52

Automatic Server Recovery .............................................................................................................52

ROMPaq utility.............................................................................................................................. 52

iLO 2 Standard Blade Edition technology .........................................................................................53

Erase Utility ..................................................................................................................................53

StorageWorks library and tape tools................................................................................................ 53

HP Systems Insight Manager........................................................................................................... 53

Management Agents...................................................................................................................... 54

HP ProLiant Essentials Virtualization Management Software ................................................................54

HP ProLiant Essentials Server Migration Pack - Physical to ProLiant Edition............................................. 54

HP Insight Control Environment Suites............................................................................................... 55

Redundant ROM support ................................................................................................................ 55

USB support and functionality ......................................................................................................... 56

Diagnostic tools ...................................................................................................................................... 56

HP Insight Diagnostics.................................................................................................................... 56

HP Insight Diagnostics survey functionality ........................................................................................57

Integrated Management Log ...........................................................................................................57

Array Diagnostic Utility ..................................................................................................................57

Remote support and analysis tools............................................................................................................. 57

HP Instant Support Enterprise Edition................................................................................................ 57

Web-Based Enterprise Service......................................................................................................... 58

Open Services Event Manager........................................................................................................ 58

Keeping the system current ....................................................................................................................... 58

Drivers ......................................................................................................................................... 58

ProLiant Support Packs ................................................................................................................... 59

Operating system version support.................................................................................................... 59

System Online ROM flash component utility ......................................................................................59

Change control and proactive notification ........................................................................................ 59

Care Pack ....................................................................................................................................59

Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................... 60

Troubleshooting resources ........................................................................................................................60

Pre-diagnostic steps ................................................................................................................................. 60

Important safety information............................................................................................................ 60

Symptom information ..................................................................................................................... 62

Prepare the server for diagnosis ......................................................................................................62

Service notifications................................................................................................................................. 63

Loose connections ...................................................................................................................................63

Contents 4

Troubleshooting flowcharts .......................................................................................................................63

Start diagnosis flowchart ................................................................................................................64

General diagnosis flowchart ........................................................................................................... 65

Server blade power-on problems flowchart .......................................................................................67

POST problems flowchart ............................................................................................................... 69

OS boot problems flowchart ...........................................................................................................71

Server fault indications flowchart ..................................................................................................... 73

POST error messages and beep codes....................................................................................................... 75

Battery replacement .................................................................................................................... 76

Regulatory compliance notices ..................................................................................................... 77

Regulatory compliance identification numbers............................................................................................. 77

Federal Communications Commission notice............................................................................................... 77

FCC rating label............................................................................................................................ 77

Class A equipment......................................................................................................................... 77

Class B equipment......................................................................................................................... 77

Declaration of conformity for products marked with the FCC logo, United States only....................................... 78

Modifications.......................................................................................................................................... 78

Cables................................................................................................................................................... 78

Canadian notice (Avis Canadien).............................................................................................................. 79

European Union regulatory notice .............................................................................................................79

Disposal of waste equipment by users in private households in the European Union......................................... 79

Japanese notice ...................................................................................................................................... 80

BSMI notice............................................................................................................................................ 80

Korean notice ......................................................................................................................................... 81

Laser compliance .................................................................................................................................... 81

Battery replacement notice........................................................................................................................ 81

Taiwan battery recycling notice................................................................................................................. 82

Electrostatic discharge................................................................................................................. 83

Preventing electrostatic discharge.............................................................................................................. 83

Grounding methods to prevent electrostatic discharge.................................................................................. 83

Specifications............................................................................................................................. 84

Environmental specifications ..................................................................................................................... 84

Server blade specifications....................................................................................................................... 84

Technical support........................................................................................................................ 85

Before you contact HP.............................................................................................................................. 85

HP contact information............................................................................................................................. 85

Customer Self Repair ...............................................................................................................................85

Acronyms and abbreviations........................................................................................................ 93

Index......................................................................................................................................... 97

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Component identification

Front panel components

Item Description

1 Hard drive bay 2 2 Server blade handle 3 Server blade handle release button 4 Serial pull tab 5 Hard drive bay 1 6 Local I/O cable connector* 7 Power On/Standby button

* The local I/O cable connector is used with the local I/O cable to perform some server blade configuration and diagnostic procedures.

Component identification 6

Front panel LEDs

Item Description Status

1 UID LED Blue = Identified

Blue flashing = Active remote management Off = No active remote management

2 Health LED Green = Normal operation

Amber flashing = Degraded condition Red flashing = Critical condition

3 NIC 1 LED* Green = Network linked

Green flashing = Network activity Off = No link or activity

4 NIC 2 LED* Green = Network linked

Green flashing = Network activity Off = No link or activity

5 NIC 3 LED* Green = Network linked

Green flashing = Network activity Off = No link or activity

6 NIC 4 LED* Green = Network linked

Green flashing = Network activity Off = No link or activity

7 System power LED Green = On

Amber = Standby (auxiliary power available)

* Actual NIC numbers depend on several factors, including the operating system installed on the server blade.

Off = Off

Component identification 7

SAS and SATA hard drive LEDs

Item Description

1 Fault/UID LED (amber/blue) 2 Online LED (green)

SAS and SATA hard drive LED combinations

Online/activity LED (green)

On, off, or flashing Alternating amber

On, off, or flashing Steadily blue The drive is operating normally, and it has been selected by a

On Amber, flashing

On Off The drive is online, but it is not active currently. Flashing regularly

(1 Hz)

Flashing regularly (1 Hz)

Fault/UID LED

Interpretation

(amber/blue)

The drive has failed, or a predictive failure alert has been

and blue

regularly (1 Hz)

Amber, flashing regularly (1 Hz)

Off Do not remove the drive. Removing a drive may terminate the

received for this drive; it also has been selected by a management application.

management application. A predictive failure alert has been received for this drive. Replace the drive as soon as possible.

Do not remove the drive. Removing a drive may terminate the current operation and cause data loss.

The drive is part of an array that is undergoing capacity expansion or stripe migration, but a predictive failure alert has been received for this drive. To minimize the risk of data loss, do not replace the drive until the expansion or migration is complete.

current operation and cause data loss. The drive is rebuilding, or it is part of an array that is undergoing

capacity expansion or stripe migration.

Component identification 8

Online/activity LED (green)

Flashing irregularly Amber, flashing

Fault/UID LED (amber/blue)

regularly (1 Hz)

Interpretation

The drive is active, but a predictive failure alert has been

received for this drive. Replace the drive as soon as possible. Flashing irregularly Off The drive is active, and it is operating normally. Off Steadily amber A critical fault condition has been identified for this drive, and

the controller has placed it offline. Replace the drive as soon as

possible. Off Amber, flashing

regularly (1 Hz)

A predictive failure alert has been received for this drive.

Replace the drive as soon as possible. Off Off The drive is offline, a spare, or not configured as part of an

array.

System board components

Item Description

1 Bezel LED connector 2 Processor socket 4 3 DIMM slots (Processor 4 memory banks G and H) 4 Processor socket 2 (populated) 5 DIMM slots (Processor 2 memory banks C and D) 6 Internal USB connector 7 Embedded dual-port NIC 8 Mezzanine connector 2 (Type I or Type II mezzanine) 9 Mezzanine connector 1 (Type I mezzanine only) 10 Enclosure connector 1 11 System board thumbscrew 12 Mezzanine connector 3 (Type I or Type II mezzanine)

Component identification 9

Item Description

13 Enclosure connector 2 14 System board thumbscrew 15 Embedded NIC 16 Embedded NIC 17 Smart Array E200i cache module (under mezzanine card 3) 18 SAS cable 19 Processor socket 1 (populated) 20 DIMM slots (Processor 1 memory banks A and B) 21 System battery 22 DIMM slots (Processor 3 memory banks E and F) 23 Processor socket 3 24 System board thumbscrew 25 System maintenance switch (SW2) 26 Hard drive backplane connector

The symbols correspond to the symbols located on the interconnect bays. For more information, see the HP ProLiant BL685c Generation 5 Server Blade Installation Instructions that ship with the server blade.

Mezzanine connector definitions

PCIe x8 mezzanine connectors support x16 cards at up to x8 speeds.

Item Connector Card support

Mezzanine connector 1 PCIe x8 Type I mezzanine card only Mezzanine connector 2 PCIe x8 Type I or II mezzanine card Mezzanine connector 3 PCIe x8 Type I or II mezzanine card

Component identification 10

DIMM slots

For installation guidelines and population order, see "Memory option (on page 33)."

System maintenance switch

Position Function Default

1* iLO 2 security override Off 2 Configuration lock Off 3 Reserved Off 4 Reserved Off 5* Password disabled Off 6* Reset configuration Off 7 Reserved Off 8 Reserved Off

*To access redundant ROM, set S1, S5, and S6 to ON.

System maintenance switch procedures

When you perform troubleshooting steps, this guide may instruct you to perform the following procedures:

• Clear the system configuration.

• Access the redundant ROM.

To complete these procedures, you must change physical settings on the system maintenance switch.

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Clearing the system configuration

RBSU can be used to restore the factory default configuration. For more information, see "HP ROM-Based Setup Utility (on page 49)." If the system is unable to boot into RBSU, use the following steps to clear the system configuration:

1. Power down the server blade (on page 14).

2. Remove the server blade (on page 15).

3. Remove the access panel (on page 15).

4. Change position 6 of the system maintenance switch to on.

5. Install the access panel (on page 16).

6. Install the server blade in the enclosure and power up the server blade.

7. Wait for the POST message that prompts you to change the switch setting:

Maintenance switch detected in the "On" position. Power off the server and turn switch to the "Off" position.

8. Repeat steps 1 through 3.

9. Change position 6 of the system maintenance switch to off.

10. Repeat steps 5 through 7.

IMPORTANT: When the server blade boots after NVRAM is cleared, a delay of up to 2

minutes is normal. During this delay, the system appears non-functional. Do not attempt any procedures during the delay.

Accessing the redundant ROM

If the system ROM is corrupted, the system automatically switches to the redundant ROM in most cases. If the system does not automatically switch to the redundant ROM, perform the following steps:

1. Power down the server blade (on page 14).

2. Remove the server blade (on page 15).

3. Remove the access panel (on page 15).

4. Change positions 1, 5, and 6 of the system maintenance switch to on.

5. Install the access panel (on page 16).

6. Install the server blade in the enclosure and power up the server blade.

7. After the system beeps, repeat steps 1 through 3.

8. Change positions 1, 5, and 6 of system maintenance switch to off.

9. Repeat steps 5 and 6.

If both the current and backup versions of the ROM are corrupt, return the system board for a service replacement.

To switch to the backup ROM when the System ROM is not corrupt, use RBSU.

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Local I/O cable

Item Connector Description

1 Server blade For connecting to the local I/O cable

connector on the server blade front panel 2 Video For connecting a video monitor 3 USB For connecting up to two USB devices 4 Serial For trained personnel to connect a null modem

serial cable and perform advanced diagnostic

procedures

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Operations

Power up the server blade

The Onboard Administrator initiates an automatic power-up sequence when the server blade is installed. If the default setting is changed, use one of the following methods to power up the server blade:

• Use a virtual power button selection through iLO 2.

• Press and release the Power On/Standby button.

When the server blade goes from the standby mode to the full power mode, the system power LED changes from amber to green.

For more information about the Onboard Administrator, see the HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure Setup and Installation Guide on the documentation CD.

For more information about iLO 2, see "iLO 2 Standard Blade Edition technology (on page 53)."

Power down the server blade

Before powering down the server blade for any upgrade or maintenance procedures, perform a backup of critical server data and programs.

Depending on the Onboard Administrator configuration, use one of the following methods to power down the server blade:

• Use a virtual power button selection through iLO 2.

This method initiates a controlled remote shutdown of applications and the OS before the server blade enters standby mode.

• Press and release the Power On/Standby button.

This method initiates a controlled shutdown of applications and the OS before the server blade enters standby mode.

• Press and hold the Power On/Standby button for more than 4 seconds to force the server blade to

shut down. This method forces the server blade to enter standby mode without properly exiting applications and

the OS. It provides an emergency shutdown method in the event of a hung application.

IMPORTANT: When the server blade is in standby mode, auxiliary power is still being

provided. To remove all power from the server blade, remove the server blade from the enclosure.

After initiating a virtual power down command, be sure that the server blade goes into standby mode by observing that the system power LED is amber.

Operations 14

Remove the server blade

1. Identify the proper server blade.

2. Power down the server blade (on page 14).

3. Remove the server blade.

4. Place the server blade on a flat, level work surface.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the

internal system components to cool before touching them.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to electrical components, properly ground the server blade

before beginning any installation procedure. Improper grounding can cause ESD.

Remove the access panel

To remove the component:

1. Power down the server blade (on page 14).

2. Remove the server blade (on page 15).

3. Lift the access panel latch and slide the access panel to the rear.

4. Remove 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.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to electrical components, properly ground the server blade

before beginning any installation procedure. Improper grounding can cause ESD.

Operations 15

Install the access panel

1. Place the access panel on top of the server blade with the hood latch open. Allow the panel to

extend past the rear of the server blade approximately 0.8 cm (0.2 in).

2. Engage the anchoring pin with the corresponding hole in the latch.

3. Push down on the hood latch. The access panel slides to a closed position.

Remove the DIMM baffle

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the server blade and the enclosure, install all DIMM baffles in

the proper location after adding or replacing DIMMs. DIMM baffles that are missing or

To remove the component:

1. Power down the server blade (on page 14).

2. Remove the server blade (on page 15).

3. Remove the access panel (on page 15).

4. Remove the DIMM baffle.

installed incorrectly can compromise server blade and enclosure cooling.

Install the DIMM baffle

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the server blade and the enclosure, install all DIMM baffles in

the proper location after adding or replacing DIMMs. DIMM baffles that are missing or

DIMM baffles for processor 1 and 2 memory banks have a single top gasket. DIMM baffles for processors 3 and 4 memory banks have a top and a side gasket.

1. Install the DIMM baffles:

installed incorrectly can compromise server blade and enclosure cooling.

Operations 16

o Install DIMM baffles for processor 1 and 3 memory banks with the R toward the front of the

server blade.

o Install DIMM baffles for processor 2 and 4 memory banks with the L toward the front of the

server blade.

2. Install the access panel (on page 16).

3. Install the server blade ("Installing a server blade" on page 19).

Operations 17

Setup

Overview

Installation of a server blade requires the following steps:

1. Install and configure an HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure.

2. Install any server blade options.

3. Install interconnect modules in the enclosure.

4. Connect the interconnect modules to the network.

5. Install a server blade.

6. Complete the server blade configuration.

Installing an HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure

Before performing any server blade-specific procedures, install an HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure. The most current documentation for server blades and other HP BladeSystem components is available at

the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystem/documentation Documentation is also available in the following locations:

• Documentation CD that ships with the enclosure

• HP Business Support Center website (http://www.hp.com/support)

• HP Technical Documentation website (http://docs.hp.com)

Installing server blade options

Before installing and initializing the server blade, install any server blade options, such as an additional processor, hard drive, or mezzanine card.

Installing interconnect modules

For specific steps to install interconnect modules, see the documentation that ships with the interconnect module.

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Interconnect device mapping

To support network connections for specific signals, install an interconnect module in the bay corresponding to the embedded NIC or mezzanine signals.

Server blade signal Interconnect bay Interconnect bay labels

NIC 1 (Embedded) 1 NIC 2 (Embedded) 2

NIC 3 (Embedded) 1 NIC 4 (Embedded) 2 Mezzanine 1 3 and 4 Mezzanine 2 5 and 6

Mezzanine 3 7 and 8

7 and 8

5 and 6

For detailed port mapping information, see the HP BladeSystem enclosure installation poster or the HP BladeSystem enclosure setup and installation guide on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystem/documentation

Installing a server blade

The HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure ships with four device bay shelves to support half-height devices. To install a full-height device, remove the device bay shelf and the corresponding blanks.

CAUTION: To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server blade

or the enclosure unless all hard drive and device bays are populated with either a component or a blank.

Installation is shown in the HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure.

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For detailed information on the c7000 or other BladeSystem enclosures, see the appropriate enclosure setup guide or server blade user guide.

Enclosure documentation is located at the HP website (http://h71028.www7.hp.com/enterprise/cache/80316-0-0-0-121.html

Server blade documentation is located at the HP website (http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/platforms/

To install a server blade:

1. Remove the blank.

2. Remove the three adjacent blanks.

3. Slide the device bay shelf locking tab to the left to open it.

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4. Push the device bay shelf back until it stops, lift the right side slightly to disengage the two tabs from

the divider wall, and then rotate the right edge downward (clockwise).

5. Lift the left side of the device bay shelf to disengage the three tabs from the divider wall, and then

remove it from the enclosure.

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6. Remove the connector covers.

7. Prepare the server blade for installation.

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8. Install the server blade.

CAUTION: To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server blade

or the enclosure unless all hard drive and device bays are populated with either a component

9. Install blanks in any empty bays:

or a blank.

a. Locate the coupler plate that ships with the server blade. b. Install the coupler plate on top of the blank, and then slide the coupler plate forward until it locks

into place.

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c. Install the second blank onto the tabs on the coupler plate, and then slide the second blank back

until it locks into place.

d. Install the full-height blank into the device bay.

Connecting to the network

To connect the HP BladeSystem to a network, each enclosure must be configured with network interconnect devices to manage signals between the server blades and the external network.

Two types of interconnect modules are available for HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosures: Pass-Thru modules and switch modules. For more information about interconnect module options, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystem/interconnects

IMPORTANT: To connect to a network with a Pass-Thru module, always connect the Pass-Thru

module to a network device that supports Gigabit speed.

Completing the configuration

To complete the server blade and HP BladeSystem configuration, see the overview card that ships with the enclosure.

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Hardware options installation

Introduction

If more than one option is being installed, read the installation instructions for all the hardware options and identify similar steps to streamline the installation process.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the

internal system components to cool before touching them.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to electrical components, properly ground the server before

beginning any installation procedure. Improper grounding can cause electrostatic discharge.

Hot-plug SAS or SATA hard drive option

The server blade supports up to two hot-plug SAS or SATA drives.

CAUTION: To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server blade

or the enclosure unless all hard drive and device bays are populated with either a component

To install the component:

1. Remove the hard drive blank.

or a blank.

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2. Prepare the hard drive.

3. Install the hard drive.

4. Determine the status of the hard drive from the hot-plug hard drive LEDs ("SAS and SATA hard drive

LEDs" on page 8).

5. Resume normal server blade operations.

Processor option

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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CAUTION: To avoid damage to the system board:

• Do not touch the processor socket contacts.

• Always install the processor socket cover after removing the processor from the socket.

• Do not tilt or slide the processor when lowering the processor into the socket.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor:

• Handle the processor only by the edges.

• Do not touch the bottom of the processor, especially the contact area.

CAUTION: To prevent possible server malfunction and damage to the equipment,

multiprocessor configurations must contain processors with the same part number.

CAUTION: The server blade supports only two- or four-processor configurations. Always

populate processor sockets 1 and 2 with processors and heatsinks. To prevent overheating, always populate processor sockets 3 and 4 with processors and heatsinks or processor socket covers and heatsink blanks.

CAUTION: The heatsink thermal interface media is not reusable and must be replaced if the

heatsink is removed from the processor after it has been installed.

IMPORTANT: Processor sockets 1 and 2 must always be populated. If either processor socket

is empty, the server blade does not power up.

To install a processor:

1. Power down the server blade (on page 14).

2. Remove the server blade (on page 15).

3. Remove the access panel (on page 15).

4. Remove the heatsink blank. Retain the heatsink blank for future use.

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CAUTION: The pins on the processor socket are very fragile. Any damage to them may

require replacing the system board.

5. Remove the processor socket protective cover. Retain the cover for future use.

CAUTION: Failure to completely open the processor retaining latch prevents the processor

from seating during installation, leading to hardware damage.

6. Open the processor retaining latch and the processor socket retaining bracket.

IMPORTANT: Be sure the processor remains inside the processor installation tool.

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7. If the processor has separated from the installation tool, carefully re-insert the processor in the tool.

8. Align the processor installation tool with the socket and install the processor.

CAUTION: The processor is designed to fit one way into the socket. Use the alignment guides

on the processor and socket to properly align the processor with the socket.

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9. Press down firmly until the processor installation tool clicks and separates from the processor, and

then remove the processor installation tool.

10. Close the processor retaining bracket and the processor retaining latch.

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11. Remove the thermal interface protective cover from the heatsink.

IMPORTANT: Do not install the air baffles on heatsinks for processors 3 and 4.

12. If the heatsink will be installed on processor 1 or 2, expose the adhesive and apply the air baffles to

the side of the heatsink that will face the center of the server.

13. Align the holes in the heatsink with the guide pins on the processor cage:

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o Processor 3 or 4

o Processor 1 or 2

CAUTION: Heatsink retaining screws should be tightened in diagonally opposite pairs (in an

"X" pattern).

14. Install the heatsink:

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o Processor 3 or 4

o Processor 1 or 2

15. Repeat these steps for the second processor and heatsink.

16. Install the access panel (on page 16).

17. Install the server blade ("Installing a server blade" on page 19).

18. Power up the server blade (on page 14).

Memory option

You can expand server memory by installing PC2-5300 Registered DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs. The server supports up to 64 GB of memory using 16 4-GB DIMMs (four DIMMs per processor).

NOTE: The Advanced Memory Protection option in RBSU provides additional memory

protection beyond Advanced ECC. By default, the server is set to Advanced ECC Support. For more information, refer to "HP ROM-Based Setup Utility (on page 49)."

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For DIMM slot locations and bank assignments, see "DIMM slots (on page 11)."

Advanced ECC memory

Advanced ECC memory is the default memory protection mode for this server blade. In Advanced ECC, the server blade is protected against correctable memory errors. The server blade provides notification if the level of correctable errors exceeds a pre-defined threshold rate. The server blade does not fail because of correctable memory errors. Advanced ECC provides additional protection over Standard ECC because it is possible to correct certain memory errors that would otherwise be uncorrectable and result in a server blade failure.

Whereas standard ECC can correct single-bit memory errors, Advanced ECC can correct single-bit memory errors and multi-bit memory errors if all failed bits are on the same DRAM device on the DIMM.

DIMM installation guidelines

Observe the following guidelines when installing additional memory:

• Install only ECC PC2-5300 Registered DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs that meet the following specifications:

o Supply voltage: 1.8 V o Bus width: 72 bits

• Install DIMMs in pairs (banks) beginning with banks farthest from each populated processor.

• Install DIMMs with the greatest capacity in the banks farthest from the processor.

• Install identical DIMMs with the same part number in a bank.

• DIMMs must be installed for processor 1.

• DIMMs installed in different banks can be of different sizes.

• For best performance, populate one bank of memory for each installed processor before populating

more than one bank for a specific processor.

• DIMMs installed in banks for processor 3 and 4 can be used only if processor 3 and 4 are installed.

• Processors 3 and 4 can be installed without memory.

CAUTION: Always wear an antistatic wrist strap when working inside the server.

DIMM population order

Bank A 1A, 2A

Dual processor 1st 3rd 2nd 4th — — — — Quad processor 1st 5th 2nd 6th 3rd 7th 4th 8th

Bank B 3B, 4B

Bank C 5C, 6C

Bank D 7D, 8D

Bank E 9E, 10E

Bank F 11F, 12F

Bank G 13G,14G

Bank H 15H, 16H

Installing DIMMs

To install the component:

1. Power down the server blade (on page 14).

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2. Remove the server blade (on page 15).

3. Remove the access panel (on page 15).

4. Remove the DIMM baffle.

5. Open the DIMM slot latches.

6. Install the DIMM.

7. Install the DIMM baffle (on page 16).

8. Install the access panel (on page 16).

9. Install the server blade ("Installing a server blade" on page 19).

Mezzanine card option

Optional mezzanine cards enable network connectivity and provide Fibre Channel support. For mezzanine card locations, see "System board components (on page 9)."

For mezzanine card signal mapping, see the HP ProLiant BL685c Generation 5 Server Blade Installation Instructions that ship with the server blade.

Optional mezzanine cards are classified as Type I mezzanine cards and Type II mezzanine cards. The card type determines where it can be installed in the server blade:

• Install Type I mezzanine cards on any mezzanine connector.

• Install Type II mezzanine cards only on Mezzanine 2 connector or Mezzanine 3 connector.

To install the component:

1. Power down the server blade (on page 14).

2. Remove the server blade (on page 15).

3. Remove the access panel (on page 15).

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4. Remove the mezzanine connector cover. Retain the cover for future use.

5. Install the mezzanine card. Press down above the connector to seat the board.

6. Install the access panel (on page 16).

7. Install the server blade ("Installing a server blade" on page 19).

8. Power up the server blade (on page 14).

HP Smart Array E200i Controller battery pack option

The optional BBWC enabler provides the system with a means for storing and saving data in the event of an unexpected system shutdown.

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CAUTION: To prevent a server blade malfunction or damage to the equipment, do not add or

remove the battery pack while an array capacity expansion, RAID level migration, or stripe size migration is in progress.

CAUTION: After the server blade is powered down, wait 15 seconds and then check the

amber LED before removing the battery from the cache module. If the amber LED flashes after 15 seconds, do not remove the battery from the cache module. The cache module is backing up data, and data is lost if the battery is detached before the LED is extinguished.

IMPORTANT: The battery pack might have a low charge when installed. In this case, a POST

error message is displayed when the server blade is powered up, indicating that the battery pack is temporarily disabled. No action is necessary on your part. The internal circuitry automatically recharges the batteries and enables the battery pack. This process might take up to four hours. During this time, the cache module functions properly, but without the performance advantage of the battery pack.

NOTE: The data protection and the time limit also apply if a power outage occurs. When

power is restored to the system, an initialization process writes the preserved data to the hard drives.

To install the component:

1. Power down the server blade (on page 14).

2. Remove the server blade (on page 15).

3. Remove the access panel (on page 15).

4. Remove mezzanine card 3, if necessary, .

5. Remove the existing Smart Array E200i cache module.

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6. Install the Smart Array E200i battery pack on the new cache module provided in the option kit.

7. Install the new Smart Array E200i cache module.

8. Install mezzanine card 3, if necessary.

9. Install the access panel (on page 16).

10. Install the server blade ("Installing a server blade" on page 19).

11. Power up the server blade (on page 14).

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Cabling

SAS cable routing

Using the local I/O cable

The local I/O cable enables the user to perform server blade administration, configuration, and diagnostic procedures by connecting video and USB devices directly to the server blade. For local I/O cable connectors, see "Local I/O cable (on page 13)."

Connecting locally to a server blade with video and USB devices

Use the local I/O cable to connect a monitor and any of the following USB devices:

• USB hub

• USB keyboard

• USB mouse

• USB CD/DVD-ROM drive

• USB diskette drive

Numerous configurations are possible. This section offers two possible configurations. For more information, see "USB support and functionality (on page 56)."

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Accessing a server blade with local KVM

CAUTION: Before disconnecting the local I/O cable from the connector, always squeeze the

release buttons on the sides of the connector. Failure to do so can result in damage to the

1. Connect the local I/O cable to the server blade.

2. Connect the video connector to a monitor.

3. Connect a USB mouse to one USB connector.

4. Connect a USB keyboard to the second USB connector.

equipment.

NOTE: For this configuration, a USB hub is not necessary. To connect additional devices, use

a USB hub.

Item Description

1 Monitor 2 USB mouse 3 Local I/O cable 4 Server blade 5 Video connector 6 USB keyboard

Accessing local media devices

Use the following configuration when configuring a server blade or loading software updates and patches from a USB CD/DVD-ROM or a USB diskette.

1. Connect the local I/O cable to the server blade.

2. Connect the video connector to a monitor.

3. Connect a USB hub to one USB connector.

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4. Connect the following to the USB hub:

o USB CD/DVD-ROM drive o USB keyboard o USB mouse o USB diskette drive

NOTE: Use a USB hub when connecting a USB diskette drive and/or USB CD-ROM drive to

the server blade. The USB hub provides additional connections.

Item Description

1 Monitor 2 USB mouse 3 Local I/O cable 4 Server blade 5 USB hub 6 USB keyboard 7 USB CD/DVD-ROM drive or diskette drive

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Software and configuration utilities

Server blade deployment tools

RBSU requirement for Linux deployment

To properly install some versions of the Linux x64 operating system, the Linux x64 HPET Workaround selection in RBSU must be enabled. If this step is not performed, a kernel panic can occur during boot. The following operating systems are affected:

• Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 Update 3 x86_64

• Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 Update 4 x86_64

• SUSE SLES9 SP3 x86_64

To avoid the kernel panic issue with these operating systems, perform the following steps:

1. Access RBSU ("Using RBSU" on page 49).

2. Select the Advanced Options menu.

3. Set the Linux x64 HPET Workaround selection to Enabled.

4. Save the changes and exit the utility.

HP is working with Linux providers to address this problem in future revisions of these operating systems. This option may not be required with newer revisions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux or SUSE Linux Enterprise Server.

Software drivers and additional components

HP offers the following additional software components for server blades:

• Health and Wellness driver and IML viewer

• iLO 2 Management interface driver

• Rack infrastructure interface service

For Microsoft® Windows® OS users, these items are included in the HP ProLiant iLO 2 Standard Blade Edition, available from the HP website (http://h18002.www1.hp.com/support/files/server/us/index.html

Linux OS users can download these components from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/products/servers/linux

For information on how to use these components with a Linux OS, see the HP website (http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/servers/linux/documentation.html

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HP BladeSystem c-Class Advanced management

iLO 2 is a standard component of ProLiant c-Class server blades that provides server health and remote server blade manageability. Its features are accessed from a network client device using a supported web browser. In addition to other features, iLO 2 provides keyboard, mouse, and video (text and graphics) capability for a server blade, regardless of the state of the host OS or host server blade.

iLO 2 includes an intelligent microprocessor, secure memory, and a dedicated network interface. This design makes iLO 2 independent of the host server blade and its OS. iLO 2 provides remote access to any authorized network client, sends alerts, and provides other server blade management functions.

Using a supported web browser, you can:

• Remotely access the console of the host server blade, including all text mode and graphics mode

screens with full keyboard and mouse controls.

• Remotely power up, power down, or reboot the host server blade.

• Remotely boot a host server blade to a virtual media image to perform a ROM upgrade or install an

OS.

• Send alerts from iLO 2 regardless of the state of the host server blade.

• Access advanced troubleshooting features provided by iLO 2.

• Launch a web browser, use SNMP alerting, and diagnose the server blade with HP SIM.

• Configure static IP bay settings for the dedicated iLO 2 management NICs on each server blade in

an enclosure for faster deployment.

To connect to the server blade using iLO 2, install the server blade in an enclosure. Onboard Administrator assigns an IP address to enable iLO 2 connectivity to the server blade.

The c-Class tab enables you to control specific settings for the HP BladeSystem. iLO 2 also provides webbased status for the HP BladeSystem configuration.

For detailed information about iLO 2, refer to the HP Integrated Lights-Out User Guide on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/lights-out

Network-based PXE deployment

PXE is a component of the Intel® WfM specification. The PXE model enables server blades to load and execute an NBP from a PXE server and to execute a pre-configured image. The image can be an OS image created by software utilities or a boot diskette image. This feature enables a user to configure a

Deployment overview

server blade and install an OS over a network.

When a PXE-enabled target server blade boots, it obtains an IP address from a DHCP server. The target server blade obtains the name of the NBP from the appropriate boot server. Then, the target server blade uses TFTP to download the NBP from the boot server and executes the image.

IMPORTANT: To connect to a network with a Pass-Thru module, always connect the Pass-Thru

module to a network device that supports Gigabit speed.

For each server blade being deployed, the PXE server must be connected to the NIC designated for PXE. The server blade defaults PXE functions to NIC 1, but any of the NC series NICs in the server blade can

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be designated for PXE in RBSU. For NIC connector locations, refer to the documentation included with the server blade.

NOTE: Actual NIC numeration depends on several factors, including the OS installed on the

server blade.

Deployment infrastructure

To deploy an OS to multiple server blades, install a PXE deployment server on a network.

IMPORTANT: To connect to a network with a Pass-Thru module, always connect the Pass-Thru

module to a network device that supports Gigabit speed.

To establish a network-based PXE deployment infrastructure, provide the following software and minimum hardware:

• Client PC (administrative workstation)

o AMD Athlon™ XP processor (700 MHz or greater recommended), AMD Athlon™ 64 processor,

or Intel® Pentium® III or higher processor (700 MHz or greater recommended)

o 128 MB of RAM o Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional or Microsoft® Windows® XP OS o Microsoft® Internet Explorer 5.5 or above with 128-bit encryption o Ethernet NIC with 10/100 RJ-45 connector o TCP/IP networking and an IP address compatible with one of the following: the iLO 2 Diagnostic

Port IP address or an assigned DHCP or static IP address

o CD-ROM drive, CD/DVD-ROM drive, and/or diskette drive o Any of the following Java™ Runtime Environment versions:

1.3.1_02

1.3.1_07

1.3.1_08

1.4.1 for Windows® users only

1.4.2 for Linux users only Access the Java™ Runtime Environment versions at the HP website

(http://java.sun.com/products/archive/index.html

• DHCP server (IP address assignment)

o AMD Athlon™ XP processor (700 MHz or greater recommended), AMD Athlon™ 64 processor,

or Intel® Pentium® or Pentium® II 200-MHz or faster processor

o 64 MB of RAM o 64 MB of free hard drive space o 10-Mb/s network adapter

• PXE deployment server (storing boot images)

o AMD Athlon™ XP processor (700 MHz or greater recommended), AMD Athlon™ 64 processor,

or Intel® Pentium® III or higher processor (500 MHz recommended)

o 256 MB of RAM

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o 10-Mb/s network adapter o CD-ROM drive

• Windows® repository server (Windows® or Linux deployment)

o Windows® 2000 or Windows Server™ 2003 OS installed o Network connection o CD-ROM drive o 1.5 GB of available disk space o TCP/IP networking and an IP address compatible with one of the following: the iLO 2 Diagnostic

Port IP address or an assigned DHCP or static IP address

o CD-ROM drive and/or diskette drive o Any of the following Java™ Runtime Environment versions:

1.3.1_02

1.3.1_07

1.3.1_08

1.4.1 for Windows® users only

1.4.2 for Linux users only Access the Java™ Runtime Environment versions at the HP website

(http://java.sun.com/products/archive/index.html

• Network server with an OS installed

Deployment methods

Three primary deployment methods are supported:

IMPORTANT: To deploy a server blade without the RDP, create a bootable diskette or image

• PXE deployment (on page 45)

• CD-ROM deployment (on page 46)

• Diskette image deployment (on page 47)

PXE deployment

PXE enables server blades to load an image over the network from a PXE server, and then execute it in memory. The first NIC on the server blade is the default PXE boot NIC, but any of the other NC series NICs can be configured to boot PXE. For more information, refer to "Network-based PXE deployment (on page 43)."

of a bootable diskette.

NOTE: Actual NIC numeration depends on several factors, including the OS installed on the

server blade.

HP recommends using one of the following methods for PXE deployment:

• HP ProLiant Essentials RDP ("HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack" on page 46)

• SmartStart Scripting Toolkit (on page 46)

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A number of third-party PXE deployment tools are available for Windows® and Linux. For additional information, refer to the HP website (ftp://ftp.compaq.com/pub/products/servers/management/pxe_wp.pdf

HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack

NOTE: To deploy server blades in an existing server blade enclosure, always use the most

recent version of RDP available at the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/rdp

The RDP software is the preferred method for rapid, high-volume server deployments. The RDP software integrates two powerful products: Altiris Deployment Solution and the HP ProLiant Integration Module.

The intuitive graphical user interface of the Altiris Deployment Solution console provides simplified pointand-click and drag-and-drop operations that enable you to deploy target servers, including server blades, remotely. It enables you to perform imaging or scripting functions and maintain software images.

For more information about the RDP, refer to the HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack CD or refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/rdp

SmartStart Scripting Toolkit

The SmartStart Scripting Toolkit is a server deployment product that delivers an unattended automated installation for high-volume server deployments. The SmartStart Scripting Toolkit is designed to support ProLiant BL, ML, and DL servers. The toolkit includes a modular set of utilities and important documentation that describes how to apply these new tools to build an automated server deployment process.

Using SmartStart technology, the Scripting Toolkit provides a flexible way to create standard server configuration scripts. These scripts are used to automate many of the manual steps in the server configuration process. This automated server configuration process cuts time from each server deployed, making it possible to scale server deployments to high volumes in a rapid manner.

For more information, and to download the SmartStart Scripting Toolkit, refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/sstoolkit

CD-ROM deployment

CD-ROM deployment involves using a bootable CD that executes scripts to configure the hardware and install the OS. After the OS is configured, the server blade can access the network to locate the scripts and files necessary for deployment. Before beginning the deployment process, connect the server blade to the network.

NOTE: For more information about hardware and cabling configurations, see the documents

Two methods are available for CD-ROM deployment:

• iLO virtual CD-ROM

• USB CD-ROM

iLO virtual CD-ROM

that ship with the enclosure.

To deploy with a boot CD:

1. Do one of the following:

o Insert the boot CD into the client PC that is using the iLO 2 Remote Console.

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o Use iLO 2 to create an image file of the boot CD. o Copy the image of the boot CD to a location on the network or the client PC hard drive.

2. Remotely access the server blade through iLO 2. Refer to "HP BladeSystem c-Class advanced

management (on page 43)."

3. Click the Virtual Devices tab.

4. Select Virtual Media.

5. Use the Virtual Media applet to select the local CD or image file and connect the Virtual CD to the

server blade.

6. Use the iLO 2 Virtual Power Button feature to reboot the server blade.

7. After the server blade boots, follow the normal network installation procedure for the OS.

USB CD-ROM

This method uses SmartStart to facilitate loading the OS. However, SmartStart also allows for manual loading of the OS and drivers.

To deploy with a boot CD:

1. Use the local I/O cable to connect a USB CD-ROM drive to the server blade. Refer to "Connecting

locally to a server blade with video and USB devices (on page 39)."

2. Insert the boot CD into the USB CD-ROM drive.

3. Reboot the server blade.

4. After the server blade boots, follow the normal installation procedure for an OS.

Windows Server™ 2003 cannot be installed from a USB CD-ROM on the I/O cable if the hard drive is completely blank (no partitions defined). To install Windows Server™ 2003, use one of the following methods:

• Make a partition on the hard drive that Windows Server™ 2003 will be loaded on.

• Use the SmartStart CD 7.60 or later.

• Use the Rapid Deployment Pack. For instructions, see the HP website

(http://h18013.www1.hp.com/products/servers/management/rdp.html?jumpid=reg_R1002_USE

N).

Diskette image deployment

To deploy with a diskette image, the user creates a DOS-based network-enabled boot diskette that executes a script that configures the hardware and installs the OS. The diskette enables the server blade to access the required deployment scripts and files on the network.

This method implies a deployment infrastructure that may include an administrator workstation, PXE server, Microsoft® Windows® file share, or a Linux file share. For more information, refer to "Deployment infrastructure (on page 44)."

Before beginning the deployment process, connect the server blade to the network.

NOTE: For more information about hardware and cabling configurations, see the documents

Two methods are available for diskette image deployment:

that ship with the enclosure.

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• iLO virtual floppy (on page 48)

• PXE ("PXE deployment" on page 45)

iLO virtual floppy

To deploy with a boot diskette:

1. Do one of the following:

o Insert the boot diskette into the client PC that is using the iLO 2 Remote Console. o Use iLO 2 to create an image file of the boot diskette. o Copy the image of the boot diskette to a location on the network or the client PC hard drive.

2. Remotely access the server blade through iLO 2. Refer to "HP BladeSystem c-Class advanced

management (on page 43)."

3. Click the Virtual Devices tab.

4. Select Virtual Media.

5. Use the Virtual Media applet to select the local diskette or image file and connect the Virtual CD to

the server blade.

6. Use the iLO 2 Virtual Power Button feature to reboot the server blade.

7. After the server blade boots, follow the normal network installation procedure for the OS.

Creating a boot diskette

The SmartStart Scripting Toolkit provides the tools and information for creating a boot diskette. For details, refer to the SmartStart Scripting Toolkit User Guide and download the latest version of the software from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/sstoolkit

As an alternative method, configure the hardware manually with RBSU and the iLO 2 remote console. With this method, the disk is more generic and integrates with an existing network OS installation process. For more information, refer to "HP BladeSystem c-Class advanced management (on page 43)."

To operate properly, the server blade must have a supported OS. For the latest information on a supported OS, refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/supportos

Configuration tools

SmartStart software

SmartStart is a collection of software that optimizes single-server setup, providing a simple and consistent way to deploy server configuration. SmartStart has been tested on many ProLiant server products, resulting in proven, reliable configurations.

SmartStart assists the deployment process by performing a wide range of configuration activities, including:

• Configuring hardware using embedded configuration utilities, such as RBSU and ORCA

• Preparing the system for installing "off-the-shelf" versions of leading operating system software

• Installing optimized server drivers, management agents, and utilities automatically with every

assisted installation

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• Testing server hardware using the Insight Diagnostics Utility ("HP Insight Diagnostics" on page 56)

• Installing software drivers directly from the CD. With systems that have internet connection, the

SmartStart Autorun Menu provides access to a complete list of ProLiant system software.

• Enabling access to the Array Configuration Utility (on page 51), Array Diagnostic Utility (on page

57), and Erase Utility (on page 53)

SmartStart is included in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack. For more information about SmartStart software, refer to the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack or the HP website (http://h18013.www1.hp.com/products/servers/management/smartstart/index.html

SmartStart Scripting Toolkit

For more information, and to download the SmartStart Scripting Toolkit, refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/sstoolkit

HP ROM-Based Setup Utility

RBSU is a configuration utility embedded in ProLiant servers that performs a wide range of configuration activities that can include the following:

• Configuring system devices and installed options

• Enabling and disabling system features

• Displaying system information

• Selecting the primary boot controller

• Configuring memory options

• Language selection

For more information on RBSU, see the HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide on the Documentation CD

Using RBSU

or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support/smartstart/documentation

To use RBSU, use the following keys:

• To access RBSU, press the F9 key during power-up when prompted.

• To navigate the menu system, use the arrow keys.

• To make selections, press the Enter key.

• To access Help for a highlighted configuration option, press the F1 key.

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IMPORTANT: RBSU automatically saves settings when you press the Enter key. The utility does

not prompt you for confirmation of settings before you exit the utility. To change a selected setting, you must select a different setting and press the Enter key.

Default configuration settings are applied to the server at one of the following times:

• Upon the first system power-up

• After defaults have been restored

Default configuration settings are sufficient for proper typical server operation, but configuration settings can be modified using RBSU. The system will prompt you for access to RBSU with each power-up.

Auto-configuration process

The auto-configuration process automatically runs when you boot the server for the first time. During the power-up sequence, the system ROM automatically configures the entire system without needing any intervention. During this process, the ORCA utility, in most cases, automatically configures the array to a default setting based on the number of drives connected to the server.

NOTE: The server may not support all the following examples.

NOTE: If the boot drive is not empty or has been written to in the past, ORCA does not

Drives installed Drives used RAID level

1 1 RAID 0 2 2 RAID 1 3, 4, 5, or 6 3, 4, 5, or 6 RAID 5 More than 6 0 None

automatically configure the array. You must run ORCA to configure the array settings.

To change any ORCA default settings and override the auto-configuration process, press the F8 key when prompted.

By default, the auto-configuration process configures the system for the English language. To change any default settings in the auto-configuration process (such as the settings for language, operating system, and primary boot controller), execute RBSU by pressing the F9 key when prompted. After the settings are selected, exit RBSU and allow the server to reboot automatically.

For more information on RBSU, see the HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide on the Documentation CD or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support/smartstart/documentation

Boot options

Near the end of the boot process, the boot options screen is displayed. This screen is visible for several seconds before the system attempts to boot from a diskette, CD, or hard drive. During this time, you can do the following:

• Access RBSU by pressing the F9 key

• Access the System Maintenance Menu (which enables you to launch ROM-based Diagnostics or

Inspect) by pressing the F10 key

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• Force a PXE Network boot by pressing the F12 key

BIOS Serial Console

BIOS Serial Console allows you to configure the serial port to view POST error messages and run RBSU remotely through a serial connection to the server COM port. The server that you are remotely configuring does not require a keyboard and mouse.

For more information about BIOS Serial Console, see the BIOS Serial Console User Guide on the Documentation CD or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support/smartstart/documentation

Array Configuration Utility

ACU is a browser-based utility with the following features:

• Runs as a local application or remote service

• Supports online array capacity expansion, logical drive extension, assignment of online spares, and

RAID or stripe size migration

• Suggests the optimum configuration for an unconfigured system

• Provides different operating modes, enabling faster configuration or greater control over the

configuration options

• Remains available any time that the server is on

• Displays on-screen tips for individual steps of a configuration procedure

For optimum performance, the minimum display settings are 800 × 600 resolution and 256 colors. Servers running Microsoft® operating systems require Internet Explorer 5.5 (with Service Pack 1) or later. For Linux servers, refer to the README.TXT file for additional browser and support information.

For more information, refer to the Configuring Arrays on HP Smart Array Controllers Reference Guide on the Documentation CD or the HP website (http://www.hp.com

Option ROM Configuration for Arrays

Before installing an operating system, you can use the ORCA utility to create the first logical drive, assign RAID levels, and establish online spare configurations.

The utility also provides support for the following functions:

• Reconfiguring one or more logical drives

• Viewing the current logical drive configuration

• Deleting a logical drive configuration

• Setting the controller to be the boot controller

If you do not use the utility, ORCA will default to the standard configuration. For more information regarding array controller configuration, refer to the controller user guide.

For more information regarding the default configurations that ORCA uses, refer to the HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide on the Documentation CD.

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Re-entering the server serial number and product ID

After you replace the system board, you must re-enter the server serial number and the product ID.

1. During the server startup sequence, press the F9 key to access RBSU.

2. Select the System Options menu.

3. Select Serial Number. The following warning is displayed:

WARNING! WARNING! WARNING! The serial number is loaded into the system during the manufacturing process and should NOT be modified. This option should only be used by qualified service personnel. This value should always match the serial number sticker located on the chassis.

4. Press the Enter key to clear the warning.

5. Enter the serial number and press the Enter key.

6. Select Product ID.

7. Enter the product ID and press the Enter key.

8. Press the Esc key to close the menu.

9. Press the Esc key to exit RBSU.

10. Press the F10 key to confirm exiting RBSU. The server will automatically reboot.

Management tools

Automatic Server Recovery

ASR is a feature that causes the system to restart when a catastrophic operating system error occurs, such as a blue screen, ABEND, or panic. A system fail-safe timer, the ASR timer, starts when the System Management driver, also known as the Health Driver, is loaded. When the operating system is functioning properly, the system periodically resets the timer. However, when the operating system fails, the timer expires and restarts the server.

ASR increases server availability by restarting the server within a specified time after a system hang or shutdown. At the same time, the HP SIM console notifies you by sending a message to a designated pager number that ASR has restarted the system. You can disable ASR from the HP SIM console or

ROMPaq utility

through RBSU.

The ROMPaq utility enables you to upgrade the system firmware (BIOS) or Lights-Out 100 firmware. To upgrade the firmware, insert a ROMPaq diskette into the diskette drive or ROMPaq USB Key into an available USB port and boot the system.

The ROMPaq utility checks the system and provides a choice (if more than one exists) of available firmware revisions.

For more information about the ROMPaq utility, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/support

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iLO 2 Standard Blade Edition technology

The iLO 2 subsystem is a standard component of selected ProLiant servers that provides server health and remote server manageability. The iLO 2 subsystem includes an intelligent microprocessor, secure memory, and a dedicated network interface. This design makes iLO 2 independent of the host server and its operating system. The iLO 2 subsystem provides remote access to any authorized network client, sends alerts, and provides other server management functions.

Using iLO 2, you can:

• Remotely power up, power down, or reboot the host server.

• Send alerts from iLO 2 regardless of the state of the host server.

• Access advanced troubleshooting features through the iLO 2 interface.

• Diagnose iLO 2 using HP SIM through a web browser and SNMP alerting.

For more information about iLO 2 features, refer to the iLO 2 documentation on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/lights-out

Erase Utility

CAUTION: Perform a backup before running the System Erase Utility. The utility sets the system

to its original factory state, deletes the current hardware configuration information, including array setup and disk partitioning, and erases all connected hard drives completely. Refer to the instructions for using this utility.

Run the Erase Utility if you must erase the system for the following reasons:

• You want to install a new operating system on a server with an existing operating system.

• You encounter an error when completing the steps of a factory-installed operating system installation.

The Erase Utility can be accessed from the Maintenance Utilities menu of the SmartStart CD ("SmartStart

software" on page 48).

StorageWorks library and tape tools

HP StorageWorks L&TT provides functionality for firmware downloads, verification of device operation, maintenance procedures, failure analysis, corrective service actions, and some utility functions. It also provides seamless integration with HP hardware support by generating and emailing support tickets that deliver a snapshot of the storage system.

For more information, and to download the utility, refer to the StorageWorks L&TT website (http://h18006.www1.hp.com/products/storageworks/ltt

HP Systems Insight Manager

HP SIM is a web-based application that allows system administrators to accomplish normal administrative tasks from any remote location, using a web browser. HP SIM provides device management capabilities that consolidate and integrate management data from HP and third-party devices.

IMPORTANT: You must install and use HP SIM to benefit from the Pre-Failure Warranty for

processors, SAS and SCSI hard drives, and memory modules.

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For additional information, refer to the Management CD in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack or the HP SIM website (http://www.hp.com/go/hpsim

Management Agents

Management Agents provide the information to enable fault, performance, and configuration management. The agents allow easy manageability of the server through HP SIM software, and thirdparty SNMP management platforms. Management Agents are installed with every SmartStart assisted installation or can be installed through the HP PSP. The Systems Management homepage provides status and direct access to in-depth subsystem information by accessing data reported through the Management Agents. For additional information, refer to the Management CD in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/manage

HP ProLiant Essentials Virtualization Management Software

The ProLiant Essentials Virtual Machine Management Pack and ProLiant Essentials Server Migration Pack plug-ins extend HP Systems Insight Manager capabilities to manage virtual machines.

The Virtual Machine Management Pack provides the following functionality:

• Central management and control of VMware® and Microsoft® virtual machines with physical host to

virtual machine association

• Easy identification of VMs or host servers reaching high CPU, memory, or disk utilization levels

• Highly flexible move capabilities that enable live moves and moves to dissimilar host resources

• Back up, template, and alternate host capabilities that enable restoration of VMs on any available

host

The Server Migration Pack automates the manual processes required for migrating servers between physical or virtual platforms (P2V, V2P, and V2V), enabling easy migration to appropriate physical or virtual platforms that meet performance and capacity requirements.

For more information about virtualization management software, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/vmmanage

HP ProLiant Essentials Server Migration Pack - Physical to ProLiant Edition

The HP ProLiant Essentials Server Migration Pack - Physical to ProLiant Edition (SMP - P2P) software enables administrators to upgrade or replace an existing server through server migration. SMP - P2P provides an automated, accurate, and affordable method of migrating existing servers and their content to the latest server technologies.

SMP - P2P automates the migration of the operating system, applications, and data from one server to another without errors, eliminating the need for manual redeployment of these elements on the new server. During the migration process, the software automatically loads new drivers, required for boot, on the destination server. The wizard-based user interface simplifies the migration process and requires little experience or training.

For more information about the SMP – P2P, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/p2p

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HP Insight Control Environment Suites

HP Insight Control Environment and Insight Control Environment for BladeSystem are integrated suites of software that simplify the management of HP infrastructures.

The HP Insight Control Environment suites are licensing options for HP infrastructure management software delivered on the Insight Control Management DVD. HP Insight Control Environment provides comprehensive management for ProLiant ML/DL customers, while HP Insight Control Environment for BladeSystem provides additional functionality for HP BladeSystem environments.

Using an integrated, wizard-based installer, Insight Control Environment suites install and configure HP Systems Insight Manager (HP SIM) and HP ProLiant Essentials management software rapidly and consistently. Once installed, Insight Control Environment suites deliver enhanced infrastructure stability by improving control over IT assets, increasing responsiveness to business needs through flexible deployment and optimization of compute resources, and providing tangible savings through improved IT staff efficiency.

The software installed by Insight Control Environment suites delivers core management functionality for HP ProLiant server and HP BladeSystem lifecycles, including:

• Rapid server deployment

• Health and performance monitoring

• Comprehensive remote control

• Vulnerability scanning and patch management

• Power and thermal measurement, reporting, capping, and regulation

• Integrated management of virtual and physical infrastructure

• Third-party device management

For more information about Insight Control Environment suites, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/ice

Redundant ROM support

The server enables you to upgrade or configure the ROM safely with redundant ROM support. The server has a 4-MB ROM that acts as two, separate 2-MB ROMs. In the standard implementation, one side of the ROM contains the current ROM program version, while the other side of the ROM contains a backup version.

NOTE: The server ships with the same version programmed on each side of the ROM.

Safety and security benefits

When you flash the system ROM, ROMPaq writes over the backup ROM and saves the current ROM as a backup, enabling you to switch easily to the alternate ROM version if the new ROM becomes corrupted for any reason. This feature protects the existing ROM version, even if you experience a power failure while flashing the ROM.

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USB support and functionality

USB support

HP provides both standard USB support and legacy USB support. Standard support is provided by the OS through the appropriate USB device drivers. Before the OS loads, HP provides support for USB devices through legacy USB support, which is enabled by default in the system ROM. HP hardware supports USB version 1.1 or 2.0, depending on the version of the hardware.

Legacy USB support provides USB functionality in environments where USB support is normally not available. Specifically, HP provides legacy USB functionality for:

• POST

• RBSU

• Diagnostics

• DOS

• Operating environments which do not provide native USB support

For more information on ProLiant USB support, refer to the HP website (http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/platforms/usb-support.html

Internal USB functionality

An internal USB connector is available for use with security key devices and USB drive keys. This solution provides for use of a permanent USB key installed in the internal connector, avoiding issues of clearance on the front of the rack and physical access to secure data.

For additional security, external USB functionality can be disabled through RBSU. Disabling external USB support in RBSU disables the USB connectors on the local I/O cable. Internal USB functionality is unaffected.

Diagnostic tools

HP Insight Diagnostics

HP Insight Diagnostics is a proactive server blade management tool, available in both offline and online versions, that provides diagnostics and troubleshooting capabilities to assist IT administrators who verify server blade installations, troubleshoot problems, and perform repair validation.

HP Insight Diagnostics Offline Edition performs various in-depth system and component testing while the OS is not running. To run this utility, launch the SmartStart CD.

HP Insight Diagnostics Online Edition is a web-based application that captures system configuration and other related data needed for effective server blade management. Available in Microsoft® Windows® and Linux versions, the utility helps to ensure proper system operation.

For more information or to download the utility, refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/diags

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HP Insight Diagnostics survey functionality

HP Insight Diagnostics (on page 56) provides survey functionality that gathers critical hardware and software information on ProLiant server blades.

This functionality supports operating systems that may not be supported by the server blade. For operating systems supported by the server blade, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/supportos

If a significant change occurs between data-gathering intervals, the survey function marks the previous information and overwrites the survey data files to reflect the latest changes in the configuration.

Survey functionality is installed with every SmartStart-assisted HP Insight Diagnostics installation, or it can be installed through the HP PSP ("ProLiant Support Packs" on page 59).

NOTE: The current version of SmartStart provides the memory spare part numbers for the

server blade. To download the latest version, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support

Integrated Management Log

The IML records hundreds of events and stores them in an easy-to-view form. The IML timestamps each event with 1-minute granularity.

You can view recorded events in the IML in several ways, including the following:

• From within HP SIM ("HP Systems Insight Manager" on page 53)

• From within Survey Utility

• From within operating system-specific IML viewers

o For NetWare: IML Viewer o For Windows®: IML Viewer o For Linux: IML Viewer Application

• From within the iLO 2 user interface

• From within HP Insight Diagnostics (on page 56)

For more information, refer to the Management CD in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack.

Array Diagnostic Utility

The HP Array Diagnostics Utility is a web-based application that creates a report of all HP storage controllers and disk drives. This report provides vital information to assist in identifying faults or conditions that may require attention. ADU can be accessed from the SmartStart CD ("SmartStart software" on page

48) or downloaded from the HP website (http://www.hp.com

Remote support and analysis tools

HP Instant Support Enterprise Edition

ISEE is a proactive remote monitoring and diagnostic tool to help manage your systems and devices, a feature of HP support. ISEE provides continuous hardware event monitoring and automated notification to

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identify and prevent potential critical problems. Through remote diagnostic scripts and vital system configuration information collected about your systems, ISEE enables fast restoration of your systems. Install ISEE on your systems to help mitigate risk and prevent potential critical problems.

For more information on ISEE, refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/hps/hardware/hw_enterprise.html

). To download HP ISEE, visit the HP website (http://www.hp.com/hps/hardware/hw_downloads.html For installation information, refer to the HP ISEE Client Installation and Upgrade Guide

(ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/services/hardware/info/isee_client.pdf

Web-Based Enterprise Service

WEBES enables administrators to manage hardware events proactively, either locally or online. The service provides real-time multiple event analysis, crash analysis, and notification, locally through SMTP and remotely through ISEE for OpenVMS, Tru64, and Microsoft® Windows® operating system binary error logs.

For more information, refer to the HP website (http://h18000.www1.hp.com/support/svctools/

Open Services Event Manager

OSEM is a standalone tool that performs real-time reactive and proactive service event filtering, analysis, and notification. The tool gathers event data from SNMP traps or information provided over an HTTP interface and notifies an administrator or HP through SMTP and ISEE.

For more information, refer to the HP website (http://h18000.www1.hp.com/support/svctools/

Keeping the system current

Drivers

The server includes new hardware that may not have driver support on all operating system installation media.

If you are installing a SmartStart-supported operating system, use the SmartStart software (on page 48) and its Assisted Path feature to install the operating system and latest driver support.

If you do not use the SmartStart CD to install an operating system, drivers for some of the new hardware are required. These drivers, as well as other option drivers, ROM images, and value-add software can be downloaded from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support

NOTE: If you are installing drivers from the SmartStart CD or the Software Maintenance CD,

refer to the SmartStart website (http://www.hp.com/servers/smartstart

) to be sure that you are using the latest version of SmartStart. For more information, refer to the documentation provided with the SmartStart CD.

IMPORTANT: Always perform a backup before installing or updating device drivers.

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ProLiant Support Packs

PSPs represent operating system-specific bundles of ProLiant optimized drivers, utilities, and management agents. Refer to the PSP website (http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/servers/management/psp.html

Operating system version support

Refer to the operating system support matrix (http://www.hp.com/go/supportos).

System Online ROM flash component utility

The Online ROM Flash Component Utility enables system administrators to efficiently upgrade system or controller ROM images across a wide range of servers and array controllers. This tool has the following features:

• Works offline and online

• Supports Microsoft® Windows Server™ 2003 and Linux operating systems

IMPORTANT: This utility supports operating systems that may not be supported by the server.

For operating systems supported by the server, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support

• Integrates with other software maintenance, deployment, and operating system tools

• Automatically checks for hardware, firmware, and operating system dependencies, and installs only

the correct ROM upgrades required by each target server

To download the tool and for more information, see the HP website (http://h18000.www1.hp.com/support/files/index.html

Change control and proactive notification

HP offers Change Control and Proactive Notification to notify customers 30 to 60 days in advance of upcoming hardware and software changes on HP commercial products.

For more information, refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/pcn

Care Pack

HP Care Pack Services offer upgraded service levels to extend and expand standard product warranty with easy-to-buy, easy-to-use support packages that help you make the most of your server investments. Refer to the Care Pack website (http://www.hp.com/hps/carepack/servers/cp_proliant.html

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting resources

NOTE: For common troubleshooting procedures, the term "server" is used to mean servers and

server blades.

The HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide provides simple procedures for resolving common problems as well as a comprehensive course of action for fault isolation and identification, error message interpretation, issue resolution, and software maintenance.

To obtain the guide, refer to any of the following sources and then select the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide:

• The server-specific Documentation CD

• The Business Support Center on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support). Navigate to the

server technical support page. Under self-help resources, select ProLiant Troubleshooting Guide.

• The Technical Documentation website (http://www.docs.hp.com). Select Enterprise Servers,

Workstations and Systems Hardware, and then the appropriate server.

Pre-diagnostic steps

WARNING: To avoid potential problems, ALWAYS read the warnings and cautionary

information in the server documentation before removing, replacing, reseating, or modifying system components

IMPORTANT: This guide provides information for multiple servers. Some information may not

apply to the server you are troubleshooting. Refer to the server documentation for information on procedures, hardware options, software tools, and operating systems supported by the server.

1. Review the important safety information (on page 60).

2. Gather symptom information (on page 62).

3. Prepare the server for diagnosis (on page 62).

4. Use the Start diagnosis flowchart (on page 64) to begin the diagnostic process.

Important safety information

Familiarize yourself with the safety information in the following sections before troubleshooting the server.

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Important safety information

Before servicing this product, read the Important Safety Information document provided with the server.

Symbols on equipment

The following symbols may be placed on equipment to indicate the presence of potentially hazardous conditions.

This symbol indicates the presence of hazardous energy circuits or electric shock hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock hazards, do not open this

enclosure. Refer all maintenance, upgrades, and servicing to qualified personnel.

This symbol indicates the presence of electric shock hazards. The area contains no user or field serviceable parts. Do not open for any reason.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock hazards, do not open this

enclosure.

This symbol on an RJ-45 receptacle indicates a network interface connection.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment,

do not plug telephone or telecommunications connectors into this receptacle.

This symbol 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.

This symbol indicates that the component exceeds the recommended weight for one individual to handle safely.

WARNING: 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.

10.34 kg

22.80 lb

These symbols, on power supplies or systems, indicate that the equipment is supplied by multiple sources of power.

Warnings

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock, remove all power cords

to completely disconnect power from the system.

WARNING: Only authorized technicians trained by HP should attempt to repair this

equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed to allow only subassembly/module-level repair. Because of the complexity of the individual boards and subassemblies, no one should attempt to make repairs at the component level or to make modifications to any printed wiring board. Improper repairs can create a safety hazard.

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, be sure that:

• The leveling feet are extended to the floor.

• The full weight of the rack rests on the leveling feet.

• 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.

Symptom information

Before troubleshooting a server problem, collect the following information:

• What events preceded the failure? After which steps does the problem occur?

• What has been changed since the time the server was working?

• Did you recently add or remove hardware or software? If so, did you remember to change the

appropriate settings in the server setup utility, if necessary?

• How long has the server exhibited problem symptoms?

• If the problem occurs randomly, what is the duration or frequency?

To answer these questions, the following information may be useful:

• Run HP Insight Diagnostics (on page 56) and use the survey page to view the current configuration

or to compare it to previous configurations.

• Refer to your hardware and software records for information.

• Refer to server LEDs and their statuses.

Prepare the server for diagnosis

1. Be sure the server is in the proper operating environment with adequate power, air conditioning,

and humidity control. Refer to the server documentation for required environmental conditions.

2. Record any error messages displayed by the system.

3. Remove all diskettes and CDs from the media drives.

4. Power down the server and peripheral devices if you will be diagnosing the server offline. Always

perform an orderly shutdown, if possible. This means you must:

a. Exit any applications. b. Exit the operating system. c. Power down the server ("Power down the server blade" on page 14).

5. Disconnect any peripheral devices not required for testing (any devices not necessary to power up

the server). Do not disconnect the printer if you want to use it to print error messages.

6. Collect all tools and utilities, such as a Torx screwdriver, loopback adapters, ESD wrist strap, and

software utilities, necessary to troubleshoot the problem.

o You must have the appropriate Health Drivers and Management Agents installed on the server.

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NOTE: To verify the server configuration, connect to the System Management homepage and

select Version Control Agent. The VCA gives you a list of names and versions of all installed HP drivers, Management Agents, and utilities, and whether they are up to date.

o HP recommends you have access to the server documentation for server-specific information. o HP recommends you have access to the SmartStart CD for value-added software and drivers

required during the troubleshooting process.

NOTE: Download the current version of SmartStart from the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/servers/smartstart

Service notifications

To view the latest service notifications, refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/bizsupport). Select the appropriate server model, and then click the Troubleshoot a Problem link on the product page.

Loose connections

Action:

• Be sure all power cords are securely connected.

• Be sure all cables are properly aligned and securely connected for all external and internal

components.

• Remove and check all data and power cables for damage. Be sure no cables have bent pins or

damaged connectors.

• If a fixed cable tray is available for the server, be sure the cords and cables connected to the server

are routed correctly through the tray.

• Be sure each device is properly seated. Avoid bending or flexing circuit boards when reseating

components.

• If a device has latches, be sure they are completely closed and locked.

• Check any interlock or interconnect LEDs that may indicate a component is not connected properly.

• If problems continue to occur, remove and reinstall each device, checking the connectors and sockets

for bent pins or other damage.

Troubleshooting flowcharts

To effectively troubleshoot a problem, HP recommends that you start with the first flowchart in this section, "Start diagnosis flowchart (on page 64)," and follow the appropriate diagnostic path. If the other flowcharts do not provide a troubleshooting solution, follow the diagnostic steps in "General diagnosis flowchart (on page 65)." The General diagnosis flowchart is a generic troubleshooting process to be used when the problem is not server-specific or is not easily categorized into the other flowcharts.

The available flowcharts include:

• Start diagnosis flowchart (on page 64)

• General diagnosis flowchart (on page 65)

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• Server blade power-on problems flowchart (on page 67)

• POST problems flowchart (on page 69)

• OS boot problems flowchart (on page 71)

• Server fault indications flowchart (on page 73)

Start diagnosis flowchart

Use the following flowchart to start the diagnostic process.

Item Refer to

1 "General diagnosis flowchart (on page 65)" 2 "Power-on problems flowchart ("Server blade power-on problems

flowchart" on page 67)"

3 "POST problems flowchart (on page 69)" 4 "OS boot problems flowchart (on page 71)" 5 "Server fault indications flowchart (on page 73)"

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General diagnosis flowchart

The General diagnosis flowchart provides a generic approach to troubleshooting. If you are unsure of the problem, or if the other flowcharts do not fix the problem, use the following flowchart.

Item See

1 "Symptom information (on page 62)" 2 "Loose connections (on page 63)" 3 "Service notifications (on page 63)"

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Item See

4 The most recent version of a particular server or option firmware is

available on the following websites:

• HP Support website (http://www.hp.com/support)

• HP ROM-BIOS/Firmware Updates website

(http://h18023.www1.hp.com/support/files/server/us/romflash.ht

ml)

5 "General memory problems are occurring" in the HP ProLiant Servers

Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP

website (http://www.hp.com/support

• Maintenance and service guides for p-Class server blades, located

on the Documentation CD or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/products/servers/proliant-bl/p-class/info

)

• Maintenance and service guides for c-Class server blades, located

on the Documentation CD or the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystem/documentation

• Maintenance and service guides for p-Class server blades, located

on the Documentation CD or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/products/servers/proliant-bl/p-class/info

)

• Maintenance and service guides for c-Class server blades, located

on the Documentation CD or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystem/documentation

)

• "Hardware problems" in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting

Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/support

• "Server information you need" in the HP ProLiant Servers

Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the

HP website (http://www.hp.com/support

)

• "Operating system information you need" in the HP ProLiant Servers

Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the

HP website (http://www.hp.com/support

9 "HP contact information (on page 85)"

)

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Server blade power-on problems flowchart

Symptoms:

• The server does not power on.

• The system power LED is off or amber.

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• The health LED is red or amber.

NOTE: For the location of server LEDs and information on their statuses, refer to the server

documentation.

Possible causes:

• Improperly seated or faulty power supply

• Loose or faulty power cord

• Power source problem

• Power on circuit problem

• Improperly seated component or interlock problem

• Faulty internal component

Item See

1 "Component identification (on page 6)" 2 Maintenance and service guides for c-Class server blades, located on

the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystem/documentation

3 Integrated Lights-Out User Guide located on the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/servers/lights-out)

)

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POST problems flowchart

Symptoms:

• Server does not complete POST

NOTE: The server has completed POST when the system attempts to access the boot device.

• Server completes POST with errors

Possible problems:

• Improperly seated or faulty internal component

• Faulty KVM device

• Faulty video device

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Item Refer to

1 Server blade power-on problems flowchart (on page 67) 2 "POST error messages and beep codes (on page 75)" 3 "Video problems" in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide

located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/support

) 4 "Symptom information (on page 62)" 5 "General memory problems are occurring" in the HP ProLiant Servers

Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP

website (http://www.hp.com/support

• "Hardware problems" in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting

)

Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support

)

• Maintenance and service guides for c-Class server blades, located on

the Documentation CD or the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystem/documentation

• "Server information you need" in the HP ProLiant Servers

)

Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support

)

• "Operating system information you need" in the HP ProLiant Servers

Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the

HP website (http://www.hp.com/support

)

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OS boot problems flowchart

There are two ways to use SmartStart when diagnosing OS boot problems on a server blade:

• Use iLO to remotely attach virtual devices to mount the SmartStart CD onto the server blade.

• Use a local I/O cable and drive to connect to the server blade, and then restart the server blade.

Symptoms:

• Server does not boot a previously installed OS

• Server does not boot SmartStart

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Possible causes:

• Corrupted OS

• Hard drive subsystem problem

• Incorrect boot order setting in RBSU

Item See

1 HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide

(http://www.hp.com/servers/smartstart 2 "POST problems flowchart (on page 69)" 3

• "Hard drive problems" in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting

Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/support

• Controller documentation

4 "HP Insight Diagnostics (on page 56)" or in the HP ProLiant Servers

Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP

website (http://www.hp.com/support 5

• "Loose connections (on page 63)"

• "CD-ROM and DVD drive problems" in the HP ProLiant Servers

Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support

• Controller documentation

6 "General memory problems are occurring" in the HP ProLiant Servers

Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP

website (http://www.hp.com/support 7

• "Operating system problems" in the HP ProLiant Servers

Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the

HP website (http://www.hp.com/support

• "HP contact information (on page 85)"

• "Hardware problems" in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting

Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/support

• Maintenance and service guides for p-Class server blades, located

on the Documentation CD or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/products/servers/proliant-bl/p-class/info

• Maintenance and service guides for c-Class server blades, located on

the Documentation CD or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystem/documentation

9 "General diagnosis flowchart (on page 65)"

)

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* See the server blade OS boot problems flowchart (on page 71)

Server fault indications flowchart

Symptoms:

• Server boots, but a fault event is reported by Insight Management Agents (on page 54)

• Server boots, but the internal health LED, external health LED, or component health LED is red or

amber

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NOTE: For the location of server LEDs and information on their statuses, refer to the server

documentation.

Possible causes:

• Improperly seated or faulty internal or external component

• Unsupported component installed

• Redundancy failure

• System overtemperature condition

Item See

1 "Management agents (on page 54)" or in the HP ProLiant Servers

Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP

website (http://www.hp.com/support 2

• "Integrated Management Log (on page 57)" or in the HP ProLiant

Servers Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or

on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support

• "Event list error messages" in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting

Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/support 3 "Component identification (on page 6)" 4 System Management Homepage (https://localhost:2381) 5 "Power-on problems flowchart ("Server blade power-on problems

flowchart" on page 67)"

• "Hardware problems" in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting

Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/support

• Maintenance and service guides for c-Class server blades, located on

the Documentation CD or the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystem/documentation

• "HP contact information (on page 85)"

• "Hardware problems" in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting

Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/support

• Maintenance and service guides for c-Class server blades, located on

the Documentation CD or the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystem/documentation

)

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POST error messages and beep codes

For a complete listing of error messages, refer to the "POST error messages" in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support

WARNING: To avoid potential problems, ALWAYS read the warnings and cautionary

information in the server documentation before removing, replacing, reseating, or modifying system components

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Battery replacement

If the server blade no longer automatically displays the correct date and time, you may need to replace the battery that provides power to the real-time clock. Under normal use, battery life is 5 to 10 years.

WARNING: The computer contains an internal lithium manganese dioxide, a vanadium

pentoxide, or an alkaline battery pack. A risk of fire and burns exists if the battery pack is not properly handled. To reduce the risk of personal injury:

• Do not attempt to recharge the battery.

• Do not expose the battery to temperatures higher than 60°C (140°F).

• Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose of in fire or water.

• Replace only with the spare designated for this product.

To remove the component:

1. Power down the server blade (on page 14).

2. Remove the server blade (on page 15).

3. Remove the access panel (on page 15).

4. Identify the battery location ("System board components" on page 9).

5. Remove the battery.

IMPORTANT: Replacing the system board battery resets the system ROM to its default

configuration. After replacing the battery, reconfigure the system through RBSU.

To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure. For more information about battery replacement or proper disposal, contact an authorized reseller or an

authorized service provider.

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Regulatory compliance notices

Regulatory compliance identification numbers

For the purpose of regulatory compliance certifications and identification, this product has been assigned a unique regulatory model number. The regulatory model number can be found on the product nameplate label, along with all required approval markings and information. When requesting compliance information for this product, always refer to this regulatory model number. The regulatory model number is

Federal Communications Commission notice

not the marketing name or model number of the product.

Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and Regulations has established Radio Frequency (RF) emission limits to provide an interference-free radio frequency spectrum. Many electronic devices, including computers, generate RF energy incidental to their intended function and are, therefore, covered by these rules. These rules place computers and related peripheral devices into two classes, A and B, depending upon their intended installation. Class A devices are those that may reasonably be expected to be installed in a business or commercial environment. Class B devices are those that may reasonably be expected to be installed in a residential environment (for example, personal computers). The FCC requires devices in both classes to bear a label indicating the interference potential of the device as well as additional operating instructions for the user.

FCC rating label

The FCC rating label on the device shows the classification (A or B) of the equipment. Class B devices have an FCC logo or ID on the label. Class A devices do not have an FCC logo or ID on the label. After you determine the class of the device, refer to the corresponding statement.

Class A equipment

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at personal expense.

Class B equipment

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency

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energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit that is different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.

Declaration of conformity for products marked with the FCC logo, United States only

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

For questions regarding this product, contact us by mail or telephone:

• Hewlett-Packard Company

P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 530113 Houston, Texas 77269-2000

• 1-800-HP-INVENT (1-800-474-6836). (For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded

or monitored.)

For questions regarding this FCC declaration, contact us by mail or telephone:

• Hewlett-Packard Company

P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 510101 Houston, Texas 77269-2000

• 1281-514-3333

To identify this product, refer to the part, series, or model number found on the product.

Modifications

The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard Company may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Cables

Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.

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Canadian notice (Avis Canadien)

Class A equipment This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment

Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel

brouilleur du Canada. Class B equipment This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment

Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel

brouilleur du Canada.

European Union regulatory notice

This product complies with the following EU Directives:

• Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC

• EMC Directive 2004/108/EC

Compliance with these directives implies conformity to applicable harmonized European standards (European Norms) which are listed on the EU Declaration of Conformity issued by Hewlett-Packard for this product or product family.

This compliance is indicated by the following conformity marking placed on the product:

This marking is valid for non-Telecom products and EU harmonized Telecom products (e.g. Bluetooth).

This marking is valid for EU non-harmonized Telecom products. *Notified body number (used only if applicable—refer to the product label)

Hewlett-Packard GmbH, HQ-TRE, Herrenberger Strasse 140, 71034 Boeblingen, Germany

Disposal of waste equipment by users in private households in the European Union

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This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Japanese notice

BSMI notice

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Korean notice

Class A equipment

Class B equipment

Laser compliance

This product may be provided with an optical storage device (that is, CD or DVD drive) and/or fiber optic transceiver. Each of these devices contains a laser that is classified as a Class 1 Laser Product in accordance with US FDA regulations and the IEC 60825-1. The product does not emit hazardous laser radiation.

Each laser product complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated May 27, 2001; and with IEC 60825-1:1993/A2:2001.

WARNING: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those

specified herein or in the laser product's installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To reduce the risk of exposure to hazardous radiation:

• Do not try to open the module enclosure. There are no user-serviceable components inside.

• Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures to the laser device other

than those specified herein.

The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser products manufactured from August 1, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States.

• Allow only HP Authorized Service technicians to repair the unit.

Battery replacement notice

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WARNING: The computer contains an internal lithium manganese dioxide, a vanadium

pentoxide, or an alkaline battery pack. A risk of fire and burns exists if the battery pack is not properly handled. To reduce the risk of personal injury:

• Do not attempt to recharge the battery.

• Do not expose the battery to temperatures higher than 60°C (140°F).

• Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose of in fire or water.

Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of together with the general household waste. To forward them to recycling or proper disposal, use the public collection system or return them to HP, an authorized HP Partner, or their agents.

For more information about battery replacement or proper disposal, contact an authorized reseller or an authorized service provider.

Taiwan battery recycling notice

The Taiwan EPA requires dry battery manufacturing or importing firms in accordance with Article 15 of the Waste Disposal Act to indicate the recovery marks on the batteries used in sales, giveaway or promotion. Contact a qualified Taiwanese recycler for proper battery disposal.

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Electrostatic discharge

Preventing electrostatic discharge

To prevent damaging the system, be aware of the precautions you need to follow when setting up the system or handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system boards or other static-sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the device.

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.

• Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.

• Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or assembly.

Grounding methods to prevent electrostatic discharge

Several methods are used for grounding. 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.

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Specifications

Environmental specifications

Specification Value

Temperature range*

Operating 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) Shipping -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F) Storage -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) Maximum wet bulb temperature 30°C (86°F)

Relative humidity (noncondensing)**

Operating 10% to 90% Shipping 10% to 90% Storage 10% to 95%

* All temperature ratings shown are for sea level. An altitude derating of 1°C per 304.8 m (1.8°F per 1,000 ft) to 3048 m (10,000 ft) is applicable. No direct sunlight allowed. Upper operating limit is 3,048m (10,000 ft) or 70 Kpa/10.1 psia. Upper non-operating limit is 9,144 m (30,000 ft) or 30.3 KPa/4.4 psia. ** Storage maximum humidity of 95% is based on a maximum temperature of 45°C (113°F). Altitude maximum for storage corresponds to a pressure minimum of 70 KPa.

Server blade specifications

Specification Value

Height 36.60 cm (14.42 in) Depth 50.90 cm (20.06 in) Width 5.14 cm (2.03 in) Weight (maximum) 10.34 kg (22.80 lb)

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Technical support

Before you contact HP

Be sure to have the following information available before you call HP:

• Technical support registration number (if applicable)

• Product serial number

• Product model name and number

• Product identification number

• Applicable error messages

• Add-on boards or hardware

• Third-party hardware or software

• Operating system type and revision level

HP contact information

For the name of the nearest HP authorized reseller:

• In the United States, see the HP US service locator webpage (http://www.hp.com/service_locator).

• In other locations, see the Contact HP worldwide (in English) webpage

(http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact.html

For HP technical support:

• In the United States, for contact options see the Contact HP United States webpage

(http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/contact_us.html

o Call 1-800-HP-INVENT (1-800-474-6836). This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a

week. For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored.

o If you have purchased a Care Pack (service upgrade), call 1-800-633-3600. For more

information about Care Packs, refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com

• In other locations, see the Contact HP worldwide (in English) webpage

(http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact.html

). To contact HP by phone:

Customer Self Repair

HP products are designed with many Customer Self Repair (CSR) parts to minimize repair time and allow for greater flexibility in performing defective parts replacement. If during the diagnosis period HP (or HP service providers or service partners) identifies that the repair can be accomplished by the use of a CSR part, HP will ship that part directly to you for replacement. There are two categories of CSR parts:

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• Mandatory—Parts for which customer self repair is mandatory. If you request HP to replace these

parts, you will be charged for the travel and labor costs of this service.

• Optional—Parts for which customer self repair is optional. These parts are also designed for

customer self repair. If, however, you require that HP replace them for you, there may or may not be additional charges, depending on the type of warranty service designated for your product.

NOTE: Some HP parts are not designed for customer self repair. In order to satisfy the customer warranty, HP requires that an authorized service provider replace the part. These parts are identified as "No" in the Illustrated Parts Catalog.

Based on availability and where geography permits, CSR parts will be shipped for next business day delivery. Same day or four-hour delivery may be offered at an additional charge where geography permits. If assistance is required, you can call the HP Technical Support Center and a technician will help you over the telephone. HP specifies in the materials shipped with a replacement CSR part whether a defective part must be returned to HP. In cases where it is required to return the defective part to HP, you must ship the defective part back to HP within a defined period of time, normally five (5) business days. The defective part must be returned with the associated documentation in the provided shipping material. Failure to return the defective part may result in HP billing you for the replacement. With a customer self repair, HP will pay all shipping and part return costs and determine the courier/carrier to be used.

For more information about HP's Customer Self Repair program, contact your local service provider. For the North American program, refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/selfrepair

Réparation par le client (CSR)

Les produits HP comportent de nombreuses pièces CSR (Customer Self Repair = réparation par le client) afin de minimiser les délais de réparation et faciliter le remplacement des pièces défectueuses. Si pendant la période de diagnostic, HP (ou ses partenaires ou mainteneurs agréés) détermine que la réparation peut être effectuée à l'aide d'une pièce CSR, HP vous l'envoie directement. Il existe deux catégories de pièces CSR:

• Obligatoire - Pièces pour lesquelles la réparation par le client est obligatoire. Si vous demandez à

HP de remplacer ces pièces, les coûts de déplacement et main d'œuvre du service vous seront facturés.

• Facultatif - Pièces pour lesquelles la réparation par le client est facultative. Ces pièces sont

également conçues pour permettre au client d'effectuer lui-même la réparation. Toutefois, si vous demandez à HP de remplacer ces pièces, l'intervention peut ou non vous être facturée, selon le type de garantie applicable à votre produit.

REMARQUE: Certaines pièces HP ne sont pas conçues pour permettre au client d'effectuer lui-même la réparation. Pour que la garantie puisse s'appliquer, HP exige que le remplacement de la pièce soit effectué par un Mainteneur Agréé. Ces pièces sont identifiées par la mention "Non" dans le Catalogue illustré.

Les pièces CSR sont livrées le jour ouvré suivant, dans la limite des stocks disponibles et selon votre situation géographique. Si votre situation géographique le permet et que vous demandez une livraison le jour même ou dans les 4 heures, celle-ci vous sera facturée. Pour bénéficier d'une assistance téléphonique, appelez le Centre d'assistance technique HP. Dans les documents envoyés avec la pièce de rechange CSR, HP précise s'il est nécessaire de lui retourner la pièce défectueuse. Si c'est le cas, vous devez le faire dans le délai indiqué, généralement cinq (5) jours ouvrés. La pièce et sa documentation doivent être retournées dans l'emballage fourni. Si vous ne retournez pas la pièce défectueuse, HP se réserve le droit de vous facturer les coûts de remplacement. Dans le cas d'une pièce CSR, HP supporte

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l'ensemble des frais d'expédition et de retour, et détermine la société de courses ou le transporteur à utiliser.

Pour plus d'informations sur le programme CSR de HP, contactez votre Mainteneur Agrée local. Pour plus d'informations sur ce programme en Amérique du Nord, consultez le site Web HP (http://www.hp.com/go/selfrepair

Riparazione da parte del cliente

Per abbreviare i tempi di riparazione e garantire una maggiore flessibilità nella sostituzione di parti difettose, i prodotti HP sono realizzati con numerosi componenti che possono essere riparati direttamente dal cliente (CSR, Customer Self Repair). Se in fase di diagnostica HP (o un centro di servizi o di assistenza HP) identifica il guasto come riparabile mediante un ricambio CSR, HP lo spedirà direttamente al cliente per la sostituzione. Vi sono due categorie di parti CSR:

• Obbligatorie – Parti che devono essere necessariamente riparate dal cliente. Se il cliente ne affida

la riparazione ad HP, deve sostenere le spese di spedizione e di manodopera per il servizio.

• Opzionali – Parti la cui riparazione da parte del cliente è facoltativa. Si tratta comunque di

componenti progettati per questo scopo. Se tuttavia il cliente ne richiede la sostituzione ad HP, potrebbe dover sostenere spese addizionali a seconda del tipo di garanzia previsto per il prodotto.

NOTA: alcuni componenti HP non sono progettati per la riparazione da parte del cliente. Per rispettare la garanzia, HP richiede che queste parti siano sostituite da un centro di assistenza autorizzato. Tali parti sono identificate da un "No" nel Catalogo illustrato dei componenti.

In base alla disponibilità e alla località geografica, le parti CSR vengono spedite con consegna entro il giorno lavorativo seguente. La consegna nel giorno stesso o entro quattro ore è offerta con un supplemento di costo solo in alcune zone. In caso di necessità si può richiedere l'assistenza telefonica di un addetto del centro di supporto tecnico HP. Nel materiale fornito con una parte di ricambio CSR, HP specifica se il cliente deve restituire dei componenti. Qualora sia richiesta la resa ad HP del componente difettoso, lo si deve spedire ad HP entro un determinato periodo di tempo, generalmente cinque (5) giorni lavorativi. Il componente difettoso deve essere restituito con la documentazione associata nell'imballo di spedizione fornito. La mancata restituzione del componente può comportare la fatturazione del ricambio da parte di HP. Nel caso di riparazione da parte del cliente, HP sostiene tutte le spese di spedizione e resa e sceglie il corriere/vettore da utilizzare.

Per ulteriori informazioni sul programma CSR di HP contattare il centro di assistenza di zona. Per il programma in Nord America fare riferimento al sito Web HP (http://www.hp.com/go/selfrepair

Customer Self Repair

HP Produkte enthalten viele CSR-Teile (Customer Self Repair), um Reparaturzeiten zu minimieren und höhere Flexibilität beim Austausch defekter Bauteile zu ermöglichen. Wenn HP (oder ein HP Servicepartner) bei der Diagnose feststellt, dass das Produkt mithilfe eines CSR-Teils repariert werden kann, sendet Ihnen HP dieses Bauteil zum Austausch direkt zu. CSR-Teile werden in zwei Kategorien unterteilt:

• Zwingend – Teile, für die das Customer Self Repair-Verfahren zwingend vorgegeben ist. Wenn Sie

den Austausch dieser Teile von HP vornehmen lassen, werden Ihnen die Anfahrt- und Arbeitskosten für diesen Service berechnet.

• Optional – Teile, für die das Customer Self Repair-Verfahren optional ist. Diese Teile sind auch für

Customer Self Repair ausgelegt. Wenn Sie jedoch den Austausch dieser Teile von HP vornehmen

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lassen möchten, können bei diesem Service je nach den für Ihr Produkt vorgesehenen Garantiebedingungen zusätzliche Kosten anfallen.

HINWEIS: Einige Teile sind nicht für Customer Self Repair ausgelegt. Um den Garantieanspruch des Kunden zu erfüllen, muss das Teil von einem HP Servicepartner ersetzt werden. Im illustrierten Teilekatalog sind diese Teile mit „No“ bzw. „Nein“ gekennzeichnet.

CSR-Teile werden abhängig von der Verfügbarkeit und vom Lieferziel am folgenden Geschäftstag geliefert. Für bestimmte Standorte ist eine Lieferung am selben Tag oder innerhalb von vier Stunden gegen einen Aufpreis verfügbar. Wenn Sie Hilfe benötigen, können Sie das HP technische Support Center anrufen und sich von einem Mitarbeiter per Telefon helfen lassen. Den Materialien, die mit einem CSRErsatzteil geliefert werden, können Sie entnehmen, ob das defekte Teil an HP zurückgeschickt werden muss. Wenn es erforderlich ist, das defekte Teil an HP zurückzuschicken, müssen Sie dies innerhalb eines vorgegebenen Zeitraums tun, in der Regel innerhalb von fünf (5) Geschäftstagen. Das defekte Teil muss mit der zugehörigen Dokumentation in der Verpackung zurückgeschickt werden, die im Lieferumfang enthalten ist. Wenn Sie das defekte Teil nicht zurückschicken, kann HP Ihnen das Ersatzteil in Rechnung stellen. Im Falle von Customer Self Repair kommt HP für alle Kosten für die Lieferung und Rücksendung auf und bestimmt den Kurier-/Frachtdienst.

Weitere Informationen über das HP Customer Self Repair Programm erhalten Sie von Ihrem Servicepartner vor Ort. Informationen über das CSR-Programm in Nordamerika finden Sie auf der HP Website unter (http://www.hp.com/go/selfrepair

Reparaciones del propio cliente

Los productos de HP incluyen muchos componentes que el propio usuario puede reemplazar (Customer Self Repair, CSR) para minimizar el tiempo de reparación y ofrecer una mayor flexibilidad a la hora de realizar sustituciones de componentes defectuosos. Si, durante la fase de diagnóstico, HP (o los proveedores o socios de servicio de HP) identifica que una reparación puede llevarse a cabo mediante el uso de un componente CSR, HP le enviará dicho componente directamente para que realice su sustitución. Los componentes CSR se clasifican en dos categorías:

• Obligatorio: componentes para los que la reparación por parte del usuario es obligatoria. Si

solicita a HP que realice la sustitución de estos componentes, tendrá que hacerse cargo de los gastos de desplazamiento y de mano de obra de dicho servicio.

• Opcional: componentes para los que la reparación por parte del usuario es opcional. Estos

componentes también están diseñados para que puedan ser reparados por el usuario. Sin embargo, si precisa que HP realice su sustitución, puede o no conllevar costes adicionales, dependiendo del tipo de servicio de garantía correspondiente al producto.

NOTA: Algunos componentes no están diseñados para que puedan ser reparados por el usuario. Para que el usuario haga valer su garantía, HP pone como condición que un proveedor de servicios autorizado realice la sustitución de estos componentes. Dichos componentes se identifican con la palabra "No" en el catálogo ilustrado de componentes.

Según la disponibilidad y la situación geográfica, los componentes CSR se enviarán para que lleguen a su destino al siguiente día laborable. Si la situación geográfica lo permite, se puede solicitar la entrega en el mismo día o en cuatro horas con un coste adicional. Si precisa asistencia técnica, puede llamar al Centro de asistencia técnica de HP y recibirá ayuda telefónica por parte de un técnico. Con el envío de materiales para la sustitución de componentes CSR, HP especificará si los componentes defectuosos deberán devolverse a HP. En aquellos casos en los que sea necesario devolver algún componente a HP, deberá hacerlo en el periodo de tiempo especificado, normalmente cinco días laborables. Los componentes defectuosos deberán devolverse con toda la documentación relacionada y con el embalaje

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de envío. Si no enviara el componente defectuoso requerido, HP podrá cobrarle por el de sustitución. En el caso de todas sustituciones que lleve a cabo el cliente, HP se hará cargo de todos los gastos de envío y devolución de componentes y escogerá la empresa de transporte que se utilice para dicho servicio.

Para obtener más información acerca del programa de Reparaciones del propio cliente de HP, póngase en contacto con su proveedor de servicios local. Si está interesado en el programa para Norteamérica, visite la página web de HP siguiente (http://www.hp.com/go/selfrepair

Customer Self Repair

Veel onderdelen in HP producten zijn door de klant zelf te repareren, waardoor de reparatieduur tot een minimum beperkt kan blijven en de flexibiliteit in het vervangen van defecte onderdelen groter is. Deze onderdelen worden CSR-onderdelen (Customer Self Repair) genoemd. Als HP (of een HP Service Partner) bij de diagnose vaststelt dat de reparatie kan worden uitgevoerd met een CSR-onderdeel, verzendt HP dat onderdeel rechtstreeks naar u, zodat u het defecte onderdeel daarmee kunt vervangen. Er zijn twee categorieën CSR-onderdelen:

• Verplicht: Onderdelen waarvoor reparatie door de klant verplicht is. Als u HP verzoekt deze

onderdelen voor u te vervangen, worden u voor deze service reiskosten en arbeidsloon in rekening gebracht.

• Optioneel: Onderdelen waarvoor reparatie door de klant optioneel is. Ook deze onderdelen zijn

ontworpen voor reparatie door de klant. Als u echter HP verzoekt deze onderdelen voor u te vervangen, kunnen daarvoor extra kosten in rekening worden gebracht, afhankelijk van het type garantieservice voor het product.

OPMERKING: Sommige HP onderdelen zijn niet ontwikkeld voor reparatie door de klant. In verband met de garantievoorwaarden moet het onderdeel door een geautoriseerde Service Partner worden vervangen. Deze onderdelen worden in de geïllustreerde onderdelencatalogus aangemerkt met "Nee".

Afhankelijk van de leverbaarheid en de locatie worden CSR-onderdelen verzonden voor levering op de eerstvolgende werkdag. Levering op dezelfde dag of binnen vier uur kan tegen meerkosten worden aangeboden, indien dit mogelijk is gezien de locatie. Indien assistentie gewenst is, belt u een HP Service Partner om via de telefoon technische ondersteuning te ontvangen. HP vermeldt in de documentatie bij het vervangende CSR-onderdeel of het defecte onderdeel aan HP moet worden geretourneerd. Als het defecte onderdeel aan HP moet worden teruggezonden, moet u het defecte onderdeel binnen een bepaalde periode, gewoonlijk vijf (5) werkdagen, retourneren aan HP. Het defecte onderdeel moet met de bijbehorende documentatie worden geretourneerd in het meegeleverde verpakkingsmateriaal. Als u het defecte onderdeel niet terugzendt, kan HP u voor het vervangende onderdeel kosten in rekening brengen. Bij reparatie door de klant betaalt HP alle verzendkosten voor het vervangende en geretourneerde onderdeel en kiest HP zelf welke koerier/transportonderneming hiervoor wordt gebruikt.

Neem contact op met een Service Partner voor meer informatie over het Customer Self Repair programma van HP. Informatie over Service Partners vindt u op de HP website (http://www.hp.nl/services/servicepartners

Reparo feito pelo cliente

Os produtos da HP são projetados com muitas peças para reparo feito pelo cliente (CSR) de modo a minimizar o tempo de reparo e permitir maior flexibilidade na substituição de peças com defeito. Se, durante o período de diagnóstico, a HP (ou fornecedores/parceiros de serviço da HP) concluir que o reparo pode ser efetuado pelo uso de uma peça CSR, a peça de reposição será enviada diretamente ao cliente. Existem duas categorias de peças CSR:

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• Obrigatória – Peças cujo reparo feito pelo cliente é obrigatório. Se desejar que a HP substitua

essas peças, serão cobradas as despesas de transporte e mão-de-obra do serviço.

• Opcional – Peças cujo reparo feito pelo cliente é opcional. Essas peças também são projetadas

para o reparo feito pelo cliente. No entanto, se desejar que a HP as substitua, pode haver ou não a cobrança de taxa adicional, dependendo do tipo de serviço de garantia destinado ao produto.

OBSERVAÇÃO: Algumas peças da HP não são projetadas para o reparo feito pelo cliente. A fim de cumprir a garantia do cliente, a HP exige que um técnico autorizado substitua a peça. Essas peças estão identificadas com a marca "No" (Não), no catálogo de peças ilustrado.

Conforme a disponibilidade e o local geográfico, as peças CSR serão enviadas no primeiro dia útil após o pedido. Onde as condições geográficas permitirem, a entrega no mesmo dia ou em quatro horas pode ser feita mediante uma taxa adicional. Se precisar de auxílio, entre em contato com o Centro de suporte técnico da HP para que um técnico o ajude por telefone. A HP especifica nos materiais fornecidos com a peça CSR de reposição se a peça com defeito deve ser devolvida à HP. Nos casos em que isso for necessário, é preciso enviar a peça com defeito à HP dentro do período determinado, normalmente cinco (5) dias úteis. A peça com defeito deve ser enviada com a documentação correspondente no material de transporte fornecido. Caso não o faça, a HP poderá cobrar a reposição. Para as peças de reparo feito pelo cliente, a HP paga todas as despesas de transporte e de devolução da peça e determina a transportadora/serviço postal a ser utilizado.

Para obter mais informações sobre o programa de reparo feito pelo cliente da HP, entre em contato com o fornecedor de serviços local. Para o programa norte-americano, visite o site da HP (http://www.hp.com/go/selfrepair

Technical support 90

Technical support 91

Technical support 92

Acronyms and abbreviations

ABEND

abnormal end

ACU

Array Configuration Utility

ASR

Automatic Server Recovery

BBWC

battery-backed write cache

BIOS

Basic Input/Output System

CSR

Customer Self Repair

DDR2

double data rate-2

DHCP

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

DIMM

dual inline memory module

ESD

electrostatic discharge

I/O

input/output

IEC

International Electrotechnical Commission

Acronyms and abbreviations 93

iLO 2

Integrated Lights-Out 2

IML

Integrated Management Log

Internet Protocol

ISEE

Instant Support Enterprise Edition

KVM

keyboard, video, and mouse

LED

light-emitting diode

NBP

Network Bootstrap Program

NIC

network interface controller

ORCA

Option ROM Configuration for Arrays

OSEM

Open Services Event Manager

POST

Power-On Self Test

PSP

ProLiant Support Pack

PXE

Preboot Execution Environment

RAID

redundant array of inexpensive (or independent) disks

Acronyms and abbreviations 94

RBSU

ROM-Based Setup Utility

RDP

Rapid Deployment Pack

ROM

read-only memory

SAS

serial attached SCSI

SATA

serial ATA

SCSI

small computer system interface

SFP

small form-factor pluggable

SIM

Systems Insight Manager

SNMP

Simple Network Management Protocol

TCP/IP

Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol

TFTP

Trivial File Transfer Protocol

UID

unit identification

USB

universal serial bus

VCA

Version Control Agent

Acronyms and abbreviations 95

WEBES

Web-Based Enterprise Service

WfM

Wired for Management

Acronyms and abbreviations 96

Index

access panel 15, 16 ACU (Array Configuration Utility) 51 ADU (Array Diagnostic Utility) 57 Advanced ECC memory 34 ASR (Automatic Server Recovery) 52 auto-configuration process 50 Autorun menu 48

batteries, replacing 76, 81 battery 76, 81 battery replacement notice 76, 81 beep codes 75 BIOS Serial Console 51 BIOS upgrade 52 BSMI notice 80 buttons 6 buttons, front panel 6

diagnostics utility 56 DIMM installation guidelines 34 DIMM slots 11 DIMMs 11, 33 documentation 60 drivers 42, 58

electrostatic discharge 83 Erase Utility 53 error messages 75 European Union notice 79

features 6 Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

notice 77, 78 flowcharts 63, 64, 65, 67, 69, 71, 73 front panel components 6 front panel LEDs 7

cables 39, 63, 78 cabling 39 Canadian notice 79 Care Pack 59 component identification 6, 9 components 6, 9, 57 configuration of system 24, 42, 48 configuration tools 48 connecting to the network 24 connection problems 63 connectors 6, 10 contacting HP 85 creating a disk image 47 CSR (customer self repair) 85

Declaration of Conformity 78 deployment methods 42, 43 diagnosing problems 60, 65 diagnostic tools 48, 52, 56

general diagnosis flowchart 65 grounding methods 83

hard drive LEDs 8 hard drives 8 hard drives, determining status of 8 hard drives, installing 25 hardware options 25 hardware options installation 25 health driver 52 health LEDs 8 HP Insight Diagnostics 56, 57 HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack 53 HP Systems Insight Manager, overview 53 HP technical support 85

identification number 77

Index 97

iLO 2 (Integrated Lights-Out 2) 14, 42, 53 IML (Integrated Management Log) 57 Important Safety Information document 60 Insight Diagnostics 56, 57 installation, server options 25 installing the access panel 16 Integrated Management Log (IML) 57 interconnect devices 19 interconnect modules 18 internal USB connector 56

Japanese notice 80

Korean notices 81

laser devices 81 LED, health 7 LED, power button 7 LED, system power 7 LED, UID 7 LEDs 6, 8 LEDs, front panel 7 LEDs, hard drive 8 LEDs, NIC 7 LEDs, unit identification (UID) 7 Lights-Out network-based deployment 43, 45 local I/O cable 13, 39 local I/O cable connector 39 loose connections 63

Management Agents 54 management tools 43, 52 memory 34 mezzanine card 35 mezzanine connectors 10

network connection problems 24

Online ROM Flash Component Utility 59 operating systems 59 operations 14

options installation 25 ORCA (Option ROM Configuration for Arrays) 51 OS boot problems flowchart 71

phone numbers 85 POST error messages 75 POST problems flowchart 69 powering down 14 powering up 14, 49 power-on problems flowchart 67 problem diagnosis 60 processors 26 ProLiant Support Pack (PSP) 59 PSPs, overview 59 PXE deployment 43, 45

RBSU (ROM-Based Setup Utility) 49 RBSU configuration 49 redundant ROM 55 regulatory compliance notices 77 removing the access panel 15 removing the server blade 15 required information 85 resources 60 resources, troubleshooting 60 ROM redundancy 12, 55 ROM, updating 59 ROMPaq utility 52, 55

safety considerations 60 safety information 55 SAS drives 8, 25 SAS hard drive LEDs 8 SATA hard drive 8, 25 SATA hard drive LEDs 8 scripted installation 46 serial connector 13 serial label pull tab 6 serial number 52 series number 77 server blade handle 6 server fault indications flowchart 73 server features and options 25 service notifications 63 SmartStart autorun menu 48 SmartStart Scripting Toolkit 46

Index 98

SmartStart, overview 48 specifications 84 start diagnosis flowchart 64 static electricity 83 support 57, 85 support packs 48 supported operating systems 59 switches, interconnect 18 symbols on equipment 61 system board battery 81 system board components 9 System Erase Utility 53 system maintenance switch 11 Systems Insight Manager 53

Taiwan battery recycling notice 82 technical support 85 telephone numbers 85 troubleshooting 60, 63 troubleshooting flowcharts 63 troubleshooting resources 60

updating drivers 42 updating the system ROM 55 USB connectors 13 USB devices 39 USB support 56 utilities 42 utilities, deployment 46, 49

video connector cabling 13, 39

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HP BL685C User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Component identification

Front panel components

Front panel LEDs

SAS and SATA hard drive LEDs

SAS and SATA hard drive LED combinations

System board components

Mezzanine connector definitions

DIMM slots

System maintenance switch

System maintenance switch procedures

Clearing the system configuration

Accessing the redundant ROM

Local I/O cable

Operations

Power up the server blade

Power down the server blade

Remove the server blade

Remove the access panel

Install the access panel

Remove the DIMM baffle

Install the DIMM baffle

Setup

Overview

Installing an HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure

Installing server blade options

Installing interconnect modules

Interconnect device mapping

Installing a server blade

Connecting to the network

Completing the configuration

Hardware options installation

Introduction

Hot-plug SAS or SATA hard drive option

Processor option

Memory option

Advanced ECC memory

DIMM installation guidelines

DIMM population order

Installing DIMMs

Mezzanine card option

HP Smart Array E200i Controller battery pack option

Cabling

SAS cable routing

Using the local I/O cable

Connecting locally to a server blade with video and USB devices

Accessing a server blade with local KVM

Accessing local media devices

Software and configuration utilities

Server blade deployment tools

RBSU requirement for Linux deployment

Software drivers and additional components

HP BladeSystem c-Class Advanced management

Network-based PXE deployment

Deployment overview

Deployment infrastructure

Deployment methods

PXE deployment

CD-ROM deployment

Diskette image deployment

Configuration tools

SmartStart software

SmartStart Scripting Toolkit

HP ROM-Based Setup Utility

Using RBSU

Auto-configuration process

Boot options

BIOS Serial Console

Array Configuration Utility

Option ROM Configuration for Arrays

Re-entering the server serial number and product ID

Management tools

Automatic Server Recovery

ROMPaq utility

iLO 2 Standard Blade Edition technology

Erase Utility