HP P06789-425 User Manual

HPE ProLiant ML30 Gen10 Server User Guide

Abstract

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

Part Number: P03665-001
Published: November 2018
Edition: 1

Notices

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Acknowledgments

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Contents

Component identification.......................................................................7

Front panel components............................................................................................................... 7

Front panel LEDs and button........................................................................................................ 8

Front panel LED power fault codes...............................................................................................8

Rear panel components................................................................................................................9

Rear panel LEDs and button.......................................................................................................10

System board components..........................................................................................................11

System maintenance switch descriptions........................................................................ 12

DIMM label identification.................................................................................................. 13

DIMM slot locations..........................................................................................................14

PCIe expansion slot definitions........................................................................................ 15

Drive LEDs and buttons.............................................................................................................. 16

Low profile LFF drive LED definitions.............................................................................. 16

Hot-plug drive LED definitions..........................................................................................17

Drive bay numbering...................................................................................................................18

Fan locations...............................................................................................................................19

Fan mode behavior.......................................................................................................... 19

Media device screws...................................................................................................................20

Operations............................................................................................. 21

Power up the server....................................................................................................................21

Powering down the server.......................................................................................................... 21

Removing the front bezel............................................................................................................ 21

Installing the front bezel.............................................................................................................. 22

Extending the server from the rack............................................................................................. 22

Removing the server from the rack.............................................................................................23

Removing the access panel........................................................................................................24

Installing the access panel..........................................................................................................25

Removing the air baffle............................................................................................................... 26

Installing the air baffle................................................................................................................. 27

Removing the PCI blank retainer................................................................................................ 29

Removing the PCI slot blank.......................................................................................................29

Sliding the server into the rack....................................................................................................30

Position the tower server for hardware configuration..................................................................31

Position the tower server for operation....................................................................................... 31

Setup...................................................................................................... 33

HPE support services..................................................................................................................33

Setting up the server...................................................................................................................33

Operational requirements........................................................................................................... 36

Space and airflow requirements.......................................................................................36

Temperature requirements...............................................................................................36

Power requirements......................................................................................................... 37

Electrical grounding requirements....................................................................................37

Server warnings and cautions.....................................................................................................37

Rack warnings and cautions....................................................................................................... 38

Electrostatic discharge................................................................................................................39

Configuring the server.................................................................................................................40

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Installing or deploying an operating system................................................................................40

Hardware options installation..............................................................41

Product QuickSpecs................................................................................................................... 41

Introduction................................................................................................................................. 41

Tower to rack conversion kit........................................................................................................41

Installing the tower-to-rack conversion kit........................................................................ 41

Preparing the server for rack installation..........................................................................41

Installing the rack rails and server tray.............................................................................42

Installing the server on the tray........................................................................................ 45

Installing the PCI fan and air baffle options.................................................................................46

Drive options............................................................................................................................... 48

Drive installation guidelines..............................................................................................48

Drive support information................................................................................................. 49

Installing an LFF non-hot-plug drive in the drive cage..................................................... 49

Installing an LFF non-hot-plug drive in the media drive bay............................................ 51

Installing an LFF hot-plug drive........................................................................................54

Installing an SFF hot-plug drive....................................................................................... 55

Power supply options..................................................................................................................56

Hot-plug power supply calculations..................................................................................56

Power supply warnings and cautions...............................................................................56

Flexible Slot (Redundant) power supply enablement option............................................57

Installing a Flexible Slot (Redundant) power supply enablement option...............57

Media device options.................................................................................................................. 59

Installing a SAS LTO tape drive....................................................................................... 60

Installing a USB RDX drive.............................................................................................. 62

Installing an optical disk drive.......................................................................................... 64

Memory options...........................................................................................................................67

DIMM population information........................................................................................... 67

Installing a DIMM..............................................................................................................67

Expansion board options............................................................................................................ 68

Expansion board thermal requirement............................................................................. 68

Installing an expansion board.......................................................................................... 69

Storage controller options........................................................................................................... 71

Installing a Smart Array storage controller....................................................................... 71

Smart Storage Battery option......................................................................................................72

Installing the Smart Storage Battery................................................................................ 72

M.2/Dedicated iLO/Serial Port option..........................................................................................74

M.2/dedicated iLO/serial port option kit content............................................................... 75

Installing the M.2/dedicated iLO/serial port enablement board........................................ 75

M.2 SSD module option................................................................................................... 78

Installing an M.2 SSD module on M.2/dedicated iLO/serial port enablement

board..................................................................................................................... 79

Installing the M.2 SSD module on the system board............................................ 80

Installing the serial port.................................................................................................... 83

Enabling the dedicated iLO management module...................................................................... 85

Internal USB device option......................................................................................................... 86

Installing an internal USB device..................................................................................... 86

HPE Trusted Platform Module 2.0 Gen10 option........................................................................88

Overview.......................................................................................................................... 88

HPE Trusted Platform Module 2.0 Guidelines..................................................................88

Installing and enabling the HPE TPM 2.0 Gen10 Kit....................................................... 89

Installing the Trusted Platform Module board........................................................89

Enabling the Trusted Platform Module.................................................................. 91

Retaining the recovery key/password................................................................... 93

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Cabling................................................................................................... 94

Cabling guidelines.......................................................................................................................94

Storage cabling........................................................................................................................... 95

LFF non-hot-plug drive cabling from the media bay.........................................................95

LFF non-hot-plug drive cabling from the drive cage.........................................................96

LFF hot-plug drive cabling................................................................................................98

SFF hot-plug drive cabling............................................................................................... 99

Smart Storage Battery cabling.................................................................................................. 100

Smart Array controller backup power cabling........................................................................... 100

Media device cabling................................................................................................................ 101

SATA optical drive cabling..............................................................................................101

SAS LTO tape drive cabling........................................................................................... 101

USB RDX drive cabling.................................................................................................. 103

Serial port cabling..................................................................................................................... 104

Fan cabling............................................................................................................................... 104

Power supply cabling................................................................................................................ 106

Front I/O cabling....................................................................................................................... 107

Front USB cabling.....................................................................................................................107

Software and configuration utilities.................................................. 108

Server mode..............................................................................................................................108

Product QuickSpecs................................................................................................................. 108

Active Health System Viewer....................................................................................................108

Active Health System..................................................................................................... 108

Active Health System data collection.................................................................. 109

Active Health System Log................................................................................... 109

HPE iLO 5................................................................................................................................. 109

iLO Federation................................................................................................................110

iLO Service Port............................................................................................................. 110

iLO RESTful API............................................................................................................. 111

RESTful Interface Tool....................................................................................................111

iLO Amplifier Pack.......................................................................................................... 111

Integrated Management Log..................................................................................................... 111

Intelligent Provisioning.............................................................................................................. 112

Intelligent Provisioning operation....................................................................................112

Management Security............................................................................................................... 113

Scripting Toolkit for Windows and Linux....................................................................................113

UEFI System Utilities.................................................................................................................113

Selecting the boot mode ................................................................................................114

Secure Boot....................................................................................................................114

Launching the Embedded UEFI Shell ........................................................................... 115

HPE Smart Storage Administrator.............................................................................................116

USB support..............................................................................................................................116

External USB functionality..............................................................................................116

Redundant ROM support.......................................................................................................... 116

Safety and security benefits........................................................................................... 117

Keeping the system current.......................................................................................................117

Updating firmware or system ROM................................................................................ 117

Service Pack for ProLiant.................................................................................... 117

Updating firmware from the System Utilities .......................................................118

Updating the firmware from the UEFI Embedded Shell ......................................119

Online Flash components....................................................................................119

Drivers............................................................................................................................ 119

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Software and firmware................................................................................................... 120

Operating system version support................................................................................. 120

HPE Pointnext Portfolio..................................................................................................120

Proactive notifications.................................................................................................... 120

Troubleshooting.................................................................................. 122

NMI functionality........................................................................................................................122

Troubleshooting resources........................................................................................................122

System battery replacement.............................................................. 123

Removing and replacing the system battery.............................................................................123

Specifications......................................................................................124

Environmental specifications.................................................................................................... 124

Server specifications.................................................................................................................124

Power supply specifications......................................................................................................124

350W standard non-hot-plug power supply................................................................... 125

HPE 500W Flex Slot Platinum Hot-plug Low Halogen Power Supply............................125

Safety, warranty, and regulatory information................................... 127

Regulatory information..............................................................................................................127

Local representative information.................................................................................... 127

Turkey RoHS material content declaration.....................................................................128

Ukraine RoHS material content declaration................................................................... 128

GS Gloss declaration..................................................................................................... 128

Websites.............................................................................................. 129

Support and other resources.............................................................130

Accessing Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support....................................................................... 130

ClearCARE technical support................................................................................................... 130

Accessing updates....................................................................................................................130

Customer self repair..................................................................................................................131

Remote support........................................................................................................................ 131

Documentation feedback.......................................................................................................... 132

Acronyms and abbreviations.............................................................133

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Component identification

Front panel components

Item Description

1 USB 3.0 port

2 USB 2.0 port

3 Drive cage bay

4 PCI fan (optional)

5 Media bay 2

6 Media bay 1

1

Optical drive/tape drive, optional

1

Component identification 7

Front panel LEDs and button

Item Description Status Definition

1

Power On/Standby button and system
power LED

2 Health LED

1

When the LEDs described in this table flash simultaneously, a power fault has occurred. For more information, see
"Front panel LED power fault codes on page 8."

1

1

Solid green System is on

Flashing green Performing power-on

Solid amber System in standby

Off No power present

Solid green Normal

Flashing green iLO is rebooting

Flashing amber System degraded

Flashing red System critical

Front panel LED power fault codes

The following table provides a list of power fault codes, and the subsystems that are affected. Not all
power faults are used by all servers.

Subsystem LED behavior

System board 1 flash

sequence

Processor 2 flashes

Memory 3 flashes

Riser board PCIe slots 4 flashes

FlexibleLOM 5 flashes

8 Component identification

Table Continued

Subsystem LED behavior

Removable HPE Smart Array SR Gen10 controller 6 flashes

System board PCIe slots 7 flashes

Power backplane or storage backplane 8 flashes

Power supply 9 flashes

Rear panel components

Item Description

1 Flexible Slot power supply 1 (hot-plug)

2 Flexible Slot power supply 2 (hot-plug)

3 Standard power supply (non-hot-plug)

4 Power cord strain relief clip

5 NIC /shared iLO port 1

6 Padlock eye

7 System fan

8 Kensington security slot

9 NIC port 2

10 Slot 4 PCIe3 x8 (4, 1), half-length

11 Slot 3 PCIe3 x16 (4,1), full-length

12 Slot 2 PCIe3 x 8 (4,1), half-length

1

1

1

13 Slot 1 PCIe3 x16 (16, 8, 4, 1), full-length

14 iLO Management Port (optional)

15 USB 3.0 ports

1

Table Continued

Component identification 9

Item Description

16 VGA port

17 Serial port (optional)

1

For more information on the expansion slot specifications, see "PCIe expansion slot definitions."

Rear panel LEDs and button

Item Description Status Definition

1 Power supply LED Solid green Normal

Off

2 NIC link LED Green Network link

Off No network link

3 NIC status LED Green or flashing green Network active

Off No network activity

4 iLO link LED Green Network link

Off No network link

5 iLO status LED Green or flashing green Network active

Off No network activity

One or more of the following conditions exists:

• Power is unavailable

• Power supply failed

• Power supply is in standby mode

• Power supply error

10 Component identification

System board components

Item Description

1 System fan connector

2 System maintenance switch

3 Flexible Slot power supply connector

4 4-pin power connector

5 Heatsink fan connector

6 24-pin power connector

7 M.2 connector

8 Internal USB 3.0 connector

9 Front I/O connector

10 x1 SATA port 1

11 x1 SATA port 2

12 Drive backplane sideband connector

13 PCI fan connector

14 x1 SATA port 3

15 x1 SATA port 4

1

16 x1 SATA port 5

17 x1 SATA port 6

Table Continued

Component identification 11

Item Description

18 Front USB connector

19 Storage controller backup power connectors

20 Smart Storage Battery connector

21 TPM connector

22 System battery

23 Slot 4 PCIe3 x8 (4, 1), half-length

24 Slot 3 PCIe3 x16 (4, 1), full-length

25 Slot 2 PCIe3 x8 (4, 1), half-length

26 Slot 1 PCIe3 x16 (16, 8, 4, 1), full-length

1

M.2 connector can be connected to Dedicated iLO/serial port/M.2 SSD module as well.

2

For more information on the expansion slot specifications, see "PCIe expansion slot definitions."

System maintenance switch descriptions

Position Default Function

1

S1

Off

Off = iLO 5 security is enabled.

2

2

2

2

On = iLO 5 security is disabled.

S2 Off Reserved

S3 Off Reserved

S4 Off Reserved

1

S5

Off

Off = Power-on password is enabled.

On = Power-on password is disabled.

S61, 2,

3

Off

Off = No function

On = Restore default manufacturing settings

S7 Off Reserved

S8 — Reserved

S9 — Reserved

S10 — Reserved

S11 — Reserved

S12 — Reserved

1

To access the redundant ROM, set S1, S5, and S6 to On.

2

When the system maintenance switch position 6 is set to the On position, the system is prepared to restore all
configuration settings to their manufacturing defaults.

3

When the system maintenance switch position 6 is set to the On position and Secure Boot is enabled, some
configurations cannot be restored. For more information, see Secure Boot on page 114.

12 Component identification

DIMM label identification

To determine DIMM characteristics, see the label attached to the DIMM. The information in this section
helps you to use the label to locate specific information about the DIMM.

Item Description Example

1 Capacity

2 Rank

3 Data width on DRAM

4 Memory generation

5 Maximum memory speed

8 GB

16 GB

32 GB

64 GB

128 GB

1R = Single rank

2R = Dual rank

4R = Quad rank

8R = Octal rank

x4 = 4-bit

x8 = 8-bit

x16 = 16-bit

PC4 = DDR4

2133 MT/s

2400 MT/s

2666 MT/s

Table Continued

Component identification 13

Item Description Example

6 CAS latency

7 DIMM type

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see
the product QuickSpecs on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website (http://www.hpe.com/info/qs).

DIMM slot locations

DIMM slots are numbered sequentially (1 through 4). The supported AMP modes use the letter
assignments for population guidelines.

The arrow in the illustration points to the front of the server.

P = CAS 15-15-15

T = CAS 17-17-17

U = CAS 20-18-18

V = CAS 19-19-19 (for RDIMM, LRDIMM)

V = CAS 22-19-19 (for 3DS TSV LRDIMM)

R = RDIMM (registered)

L = LRDIMM (load reduced)

E = Unbuffered ECC (UDIMM)

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PCIe expansion slot definitions

Slot Type Form factor Connector link

width

1 PCIe3 FL, FH

2 PCIe3 HL, FH

3 PCIe3 FL, FH

1

2

1

x16 16, 8, 4, 1 • Single-width GPU

x8 4, 1 • 1 GB Ethernet

x16 4, 1 • 10 GB Ethernet

Negotiable link
width

Supported expansion
board

• 10 GB Ethernet
adapter

• Type-p Smart Array
controller

• FC HBA

adapter

• 10 GB Ethernet
adapter

adapter

• Type-p Smart Array
controller

• FC HBA

4 PCIe3 HL, FH

1

FL, FH=Full length, full height

2

HL, FH=Half length, full height

2

x8 4, 1 • 1 GB Ethernet

adapter

• 10 GB Ethernet
adapter

Component identification 15

Drive LEDs and buttons

Low profile LFF drive LED definitions

Item LED Status Definition

1 Fault

\Locate

2 Online

\Activity

Solid amber The drive has failed.

Solid blue The drive is operating normally and being identified by a

management application.

Flashing amber/blue

(1 flash per second)

Flashing amber

(1 flash per second)

Solid green The drive is online and has no activity.

Flashing green

(4 flashes per second)

Flashing green

(1 flash per second)

The drive has failed, or a predictive failure alert has been
received for this drive; it also has been identified by a
management application.

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

The drive is operating normally and has activity.

The drive is doing one of the following:

• Rebuilding

• Performing a RAID migration

• Performing a strip size migration

• Performing a capacity expansion

Off The drive is not configured by a RAID controller or a spare

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• Performing a logical drive extension

• Erasing

• Spare part activation

drive.

Hot-plug drive LED definitions

Item LED Status Definition

1 Locate Solid blue The drive is being identified by a host application.

Flashing blue The drive carrier firmware is being updated or requires an update.

2 Activity

ring

Off No drive activity

3 Do not

remove

Off Removing the drive does not cause a logical drive to fail.

4 Drive

status

Flashing green

Rotating green Drive activity

Solid white Do not remove the drive. Removing the drive causes one or more of

the logical drives to fail.

Solid green The drive is a member of one or more logical drives.

The drive is doing one of the following:

• Rebuilding

• Performing a RAID migration

• Performing a strip size migration

• Performing a capacity expansion

• Performing a logical drive extension

• Erasing

• Spare part activation

Flashing amber/

green

Flashing amber The drive is not configured and predicts the drive will fail.

Solid amber The drive has failed.

Off The drive is not configured by a RAID controller or a spare drive.

The drive is a member of one or more logical drives and predicts the
drive will fail.

Component identification 17

Drive bay numbering

Four-bay LFF non-hot-plug drive numbering

Four-bay LFF hot-plug drive numbering

18 Component identification

Eight-bay SFF hot-plug drive numbering

Fan locations

Fan number Fan type

1 PCI fan (optional)

2 Heatsink fan

3 System fan

Fan mode behavior

A fan failure or a missing fan causes:

• The system Health LED to flash amber.

• The operating system to orderly shutdown.

Component identification 19

Media device screws

There are eight T-15 Torx screws on the front panel. These screws are provided as spare screws for
installing media devices.

20 Component identification

Operations

Power up the server

To power up the server, use one of the following methods:

• Press the Power On/Standby button.

• Use the virtual power button through iLO.

Powering down the server

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

IMPORTANT: When the server is in standby mode, auxiliary power is still being provided to the
system.

To power down the server, use one of the following methods:

• Press and release the Power On/Standby button.

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

• Press and hold the Power On/Standby button for more than 4 seconds to force the server to enter
standby mode.

This method forces the server to enter standby mode without properly exiting applications and the OS.
If an application stops responding, you can use this method to force a shutdown.

• Use a virtual power button selection through iLO 5.

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

Before proceeding, verify that the server is in standby mode by observing that the system power LED is
amber.

Removing the front bezel

Procedure

1. If locked, unlock the front bezel.

2. Open the front bezel.

3. Pull the front bezel away from the chassis.

Operations 21

Installing the front bezel

Procedure

1. Insert the tabs on the bezel into the slots on the front chassis.

2. Close the front bezel.

3. Lock the front bezel.

Extending the server from the rack

NOTE: PCI fan is required while the server is in rack mode.

22 Operations

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

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

adequately stabilized before extending a component from the rack.

4. Slide the server tray out of the rack:

a. Loosen the server tray thumbscrews.

b. Grasp the tray notch and slide the server out of the rack.

Removing the server from the rack

WARNING: This server is heavy. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment:

• Observe local occupational health and safety requirements and guidelines for manual material
handling.

• Get help to lift and stabilize the product during installation or removal, especially when the
product is not fastened to the rails. Hewlett Packard Enterprise recommends that a minimum of
two people are required for all rack server installations. A third person may be required to help
align the server if the server is installed higher than chest level.

• Use caution when installing the server in or removing the server from the rack; it is unstable
when not fastened to the rails.

Operations 23

Procedure

1. Powering down the server on page 21.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripherals cables from the server.

4. If installed, unlock and remove the security padlock and/or the Kensington security lock.

5. Extend the server from the rack.

6. Remove the server from the tray.

7. Place the server on a flat, level surface with access panel facing up.

Removing the access panel

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

system components to cool before touching them.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to electrical components, take the appropriate anti-static precautions
before beginning any installation, removal, or replacement procedure. Improper grounding can
cause electrostatic discharge.

CAUTION: Do not operate the server for long periods with the access panel open or removed.
Operating the server in this manner results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to
thermal damage.

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

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a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. If installed, unlock and remove the security padlock or Kensington security lock.

5. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

6. Remove the front bezel.

7. Remove the access panel:

a. Loosen the access panel thumbscrew.

b. Slide the access panel, and lift it away from the chassis.

Installing the access panel

Procedure

1. Install the access panel:

a. Place the access panel on the chassis and slide it toward the front of the server.

b. Tighten the access panel thumbscrew.

Operations 25

2. Install the front bezel.

3. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

4. If removed, lock and install the security padlock or Kensington security lock.

5. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

6. Connect each power cord to the server.

7. Connect each power cord to the power source.

8. Power up the server.

Removing the air baffle

CAUTION: For proper cooling, do not operate the server without the access panel, baffles,

expansion slot covers, or blanks installed. If the server supports hot-plug components, minimize the
amount of time the access panel is open.

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Do one of the following:

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• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

4. Remove the front bezel.

5. Remove the access panel.

6. Remove the air baffle:

a. Remove the front end of the baffle from the chassis.

b. Remove the baffle from the slots on the rear chassis.

Installing the air baffle

CAUTION: For proper cooling, do not operate the server without the access panel, baffles,

expansion slot covers, or blanks installed. If the server supports hot-plug components, minimize the
amount of time the access panel is open.

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

Operations 27

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

6. Remove the access panel.

7. Install the air baffle:

a. Insert the tabs on the baffle into the slots on the rear chassis.

b. Press the front end of the baffle into the chassis.

8. Install the access panel.

9. Install the front bezel.

10. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

11. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

12. Connect each power cord to the server.

13. Connect each power cord to the power source.

14. Power up the server.

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◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

Removing the PCI blank retainer

Procedure

1. Remove the PCI blank retainer:

a. Loosen the retainer thumbscrew.

b. Slide the retainer up, then remove it from the chassis.

Removing the PCI slot blank

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

PCI slots have either an expansion slot cover or an expansion board installed.

Procedure

1. Identify the expansion slot compatible with the option. See, PCIe expansion slot definitions.

2. Pull up the blank opposite the selected expansion slot.

Operations 29

Sliding the server into the rack

Procedure

1. Press and hold the blue release latches on both rails, and then slide the server tray back into the rack.

2. Tighten the server tray thumbscrews.

30 Operations

Position the tower server for hardware configuration

Procedure

Place the server on a flat, level surface with the access panel facing up.

Position the tower server for operation

Procedure

Return the server to an upright position.

Operations 31

32 Operations

Setup

HPE support services

Delivered by experienced, certified engineers, HPE support services help you keep your servers up and
running with support packages tailored specifically for HPE ProLiant systems. HPE support services let
you integrate both hardware and software support into a single package. A number of service level
options are available to meet your business and IT needs.

HPE support services offer upgraded service levels to expand the standard product warranty with easy­to-buy, easy-to-use support packages that will help you make the most of your server investments. Some
of the HPE support services for hardware, software or both are:

• Foundation Care – Keep systems running.

◦ 6-Hour Call-to-Repair

◦ 4-Hour 24x7

◦ Next Business Day

• Proactive Care – Help prevent service incidents and get you to technical experts when there is one.

◦ 6-Hour Call-to-Repair

◦ 4-Hour 24x7

◦ Next Business Day

• Startup and implementation services for both hardware and software

• HPE Education Services – Help train your IT staff.

For more information on HPE support services, see the

Setting up the server

Prerequisites

Before setting up the server, be sure to read the following:

• Download the latest SPP:

http://www.hpe.com/servers/spp/download

Support validation required

• Verify that your OS or virtualization software is supported:

http://www.hpe.com/info/ossupport

• Read the operational requirements for the server:

Operational requirements on page 36

• Read the safety and compliance information on the HPE website:

Hewlett Packard Enterprise website.

http://www.hpe.com/support/safety-compliance-enterpriseproducts

• Obtain the storage driver if needed:

◦ Download it from the HPE Support Center website:

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http://www.hpe.com/support/hpesc

◦ Extract it from the SPP.

• If the tower-to-rack conversion kit is used, read the rack warnings and cautions:

Rack warnings and cautions

Procedure

1. Unbox the server and verify the contents:

• Server

• Power cord

• Rack-mounting hardware (optional)

• Documentation

2. Install hardware options. For installation instructions, see Hardware options installation.

3. Orient the server and connect the peripherals.

4. Decide how to manage the server:

• Locally: Use a KVM switch or a connect a keyboard, monitor, and mouse.

• Remotely: Connect to the iLO web interface and run a remote console:

a. Verify the following:

◦ iLO is licensed to use the remote console feature.

If iLO is not licensed, visit:

http://www.hpe.com/info/ilo

◦ The iLO Management Port is connected to a secure network.

b. Using a browser, navigate to the iLO web interface, and then log in.

https://<iLO hostname or IP address>

Note the following:

◦ The iLO hostname is located on the serial number/iLO information label located on the top

of the chassis.

◦ If a DHCP server assigns the IP address, the IP address appears on the boot screen.

◦ If a static IP address is assigned, use that IP address.

◦ The default login credentials are located on the serial number/iLO information pull tab.

c. In the side navigation, click the Remote Console & Media link, and then launch a remote

console.

5. Power on the server.

6. Press the Power On/Standby button. For remote management, use the iLO virtual power button.

7. Using the SPP, update the following:

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• System ROM

• Storage controller

• Network adapters

• Intelligent Provisioning

8. Set up the storage. Do one of the following:

• To configure the server to boot from a SAN, see the following guide:

https://www.hpe.com/info/boot-from-san-config-guide

• If an HPE Smart Array SR controller is installed, use the HPE Smart Storage Administrator to
create arrays:

a. From the boot screen, press F10 to run Intelligent Provisioning.

b. From Intelligent Provisioning, run HPE Smart Storage Administrator.

• If no controller option is installed, do one of the following:

◦ AHCI is enabled by default. You can deploy an OS or virtualization software.

◦ Disable AHCI, enable software RAID, and then create an array:

a. From the boot screen, press F9 to run UEFI System Utilities.

b. From the UEFI System Utilities screen, select System Configurations > BIOS/Platform

Configuration (RBSU) > Storage Options > SATA Controller Options > Embedded
SATA Configuration > Smart Array SW RAID Support.

c. Enable Smart Array SW RAID Support.

d. Save the configuration and reboot the server.

e. Create an array:

I. From the boot screen, press F9 to run UEFI System Utilities.

II. From the UEFI System Utilities screen, select System Configuration > Embedded

Storage: HPE Smart Storage S100i SR Gen10 > Array Configuration > Create
Array.

9. Deploy an OS or virtualization software. Do one of the following:

• Press F10 at the boot screen to run Intelligent Provisioning and deploy and OS.

• Manually deploy an OS.

a. Insert the installation media.

For remote management, click Virtual Drives in the iLO remote console to mount images,
drivers, or files to a virtual folder. If a storage driver is required to install the OS, use the virtual
folder to store the driver.

b. Press F11 at boot screen to select the boot device.

c. After the OS installed, update the drivers.

10. Register the server.

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To experience quicker service and more efficient support, register the server at the HPE website:

https://myenterpriselicense.hpe.com

Operational requirements

Space and airflow requirements

To allow for servicing and adequate airflow, observe the following space and airflow requirements when
deciding where to install a rack:

• Leave a minimum clearance of 63.5 cm (25 in) in front of the rack.

• Leave a minimum clearance of 76.2 cm (30 in) behind the rack.

• Leave a minimum clearance of 121.9 cm (48 in) from the back of the rack to the back of another rack
or row of racks.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise servers draw in cool air through the front door and expel warm air through the
rear door. Therefore, the front and rear rack doors must be adequately ventilated to allow ambient room
air to enter the cabinet, and the rear door must be adequately ventilated to allow the warm air to escape
from the cabinet.

CAUTION: To prevent improper cooling and damage to the equipment, do not block the ventilation
openings.

When vertical space in the rack is not filled by a server or rack component, the gaps between the
components cause changes in airflow through the rack and across the servers. Cover all gaps with
blanking panels to maintain proper airflow.

CAUTION: Always use blanking panels to fill empty vertical spaces in the rack. This arrangement
ensures proper airflow. Using a rack without blanking panels results in improper cooling that can
lead to thermal damage.

The 9000 and 10000 Series Racks provide proper server cooling from flow-through perforations in the
front and rear doors that provide 64 percent open area for ventilation.

CAUTION: When using a Compaq branded 7000 series rack, install the high airflow rack door insert
(PN 327281-B21 for 42U rack, PN 157847-B21 for 22U rack) to provide proper front-to-back airflow
and cooling.

CAUTION: If a third-party rack is used, observe the following additional requirements to ensure
adequate airflow and to prevent damage to the equipment:

• Front and rear doors—If the 42U rack includes closing front and rear doors, you must allow
5,350 sq cm (830 sq in) of holes evenly distributed from top to bottom to permit adequate airflow
(equivalent to the required 64 percent open area for ventilation).

• Side—The clearance between the installed rack component and the side panels of the rack must
be a minimum of 7 cm (2.75 in).

Temperature requirements

To ensure continued safe and reliable equipment operation, install or position the system in a well­ventilated, climate-controlled environment.

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The maximum recommended ambient operating temperature (TMRA) for most server products is 35°C
(95°F). The temperature in the room where the rack is located must not exceed 35°C (95°F).

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when installing third-party options:

• Do not permit optional equipment to impede airflow around the server or to increase the internal
rack temperature beyond the maximum allowable limits.

• Do not exceed the manufacturer’s TMRA.

Power requirements

Installation of this equipment must comply with local and regional electrical regulations governing the
installation of information technology equipment by licensed electricians. This equipment is designed to
operate in installations covered by NFPA 70, 1999 Edition (National Electric Code) and NFPA-75, 1992
(code for Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment). For electrical power ratings on
options, refer to the product rating label or the user documentation supplied with that option.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not overload
the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack. Consult the electrical authority having
jurisdiction over wiring and installation requirements of your facility.

CAUTION: Protect the server from power fluctuations and temporary interruptions with a regulating
uninterruptible power supply. This device protects the hardware from damage caused by power
surges and voltage spikes and keeps the system in operation during a power failure.

Electrical grounding requirements

The server must be grounded properly for proper operation and safety. In the United States, you must
install the equipment in accordance with NFPA 70, 1999 Edition (National Electric Code), Article 250, as
well as any local and regional building codes. In Canada, you must install the equipment in accordance
with Canadian Standards Association, CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code. In all other countries, you
must install the equipment in accordance with any regional or national electrical wiring codes, such as the
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Code 364, parts 1 through 7. Furthermore, you must be
sure that all power distribution devices used in the installation, such as branch wiring and receptacles, are
listed or certified grounding-type devices.

Because of the high ground-leakage currents associated with multiple servers connected to the same
power source, Hewlett Packard Enterprise recommends the use of a PDU that is either permanently wired
to the building’s branch circuit or includes a nondetachable cord that is wired to an industrial-style plug.
NEMA locking-style plugs or those complying with IEC 60309 are considered suitable for this purpose.
Using common power outlet strips for the server is not recommended.

Server warnings and cautions

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

system components to cool before touching them.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock, or damage to the equipment,
remove the power cord to remove power from the server. The front panel Power On/Standby button
does not completely shut off system power. Portions of the power supply and some internal circuitry
remain active until AC power is removed.

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CAUTION: Protect the server from power fluctuations and temporary interruptions with a regulating
UPS. This device protects the hardware from damage caused by power surges and voltage spikes
and keeps the server in operation during a power failure.

CAUTION: Do not operate the server for long periods with the access panel open or removed.
Operating the server in this manner results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to
thermal damage.

Rack warnings and cautions

WARNING: When all components are removed, the server weighs 6.12 kg (13.49 lb). When all

components are installed, the server can weigh up to 17.60 kg (38.80 lb).

Before configuring your rack solution, be sure to check the rack manufacturer weight limits and
specifications. Failure to do so can result in physical injury or damage to the equipment and the
facility.

WARNING: The server is heavy. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment,
do the following:

• Observe local occupational health and safety requirements and guidelines for manual material
handling.

• Get help to lift and stabilize the product during installation or removal, especially when the
product is not fastened to the rails. The server weighs more than 6.12 kg (13.49 lb), so at least
two people must lift the server into the rack together. An additional person may be required to
help align the server if the server is installed higher than chest level.

• Use caution when installing the server in or removing the server from the rack.

• Adequately stabilized the rack before extending a component outside the rack. Extend only one
component at a time. A rack may become unstable if more than one component is extended.

• Do not stack anything on top of rail-mounted component or use it as a work surface when
extended from the rack.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, observe the following
precautions:

• The leveling jacks are extended to the floor.

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

• The stabilizing feet are attached to the rack if it is a single-rack installation.

• The racks are coupled together in multiple-rack installations.

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or equipment damage when unloading a rack:

• At least two people are needed to safely unload the rack from the pallet. An empty 42U rack can
weigh as much as 115 kg (253 lb), can stand more than 2.1 m (7 ft) tall, and might become
unstable when being moved on its casters.

• Never stand in front of the rack when it is rolling down the ramp from the pallet. Always handle
the rack from both sides.

CAUTION: Always plan the rack installation so that the heaviest item is on the bottom of the rack.
Install the heaviest item first, and continue to populate the rack from the bottom to the top.

CAUTION: Before installing the server in a rack, be sure to properly scope the limitations of the
rack. Before proceeding with the installation, consider the following:

• You must fully understand the static and dynamic load carrying capacity of the rack and be sure
that it can accommodate the weight of the server.

• Be sure sufficient clearance exists for cabling, installation and removal of the server, and
movement of the rack doors.

Electrostatic discharge

Be aware of the precautions you must follow when setting up the system or handling components. A
discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system boards or other static­sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the system or component.

To prevent electrostatic damage:

• Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe containers.

• Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static-free workstations.

• Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers.

• Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.

• Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or assembly. Use one or
more of the following methods when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts:

◦ Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded workstation or computer chassis. Wrist

straps are flexible straps with a minimum of 1 megohm ±10 percent resistance in the ground cords.
To provide proper ground, wear the strap snug against the skin.

◦ Use heel straps, toe straps, or boot straps at standing workstations. Wear the straps on both feet

when standing on conductive floors or dissipating floor mats.

◦ Use conductive field service tools.

◦ Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat.

If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have an authorized reseller
install the part.

For more information on static electricity or assistance with product installation, contact an authorized
reseller.

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Configuring the server

When the server is powered on, the POST screen is displayed. Use the following options to configure the
server:

• System utilities (F9)

Use this option to configure UEFI, RBSU, or other boot settings.

• Intelligent Provisioning (F10)

Use this option to configure drives, access Smart Storage Administrator, or begin installing or
deploying an operating system.

• Boot order (F11)

Use this option to select a boot device.

• Network boot (F12)

Use this option to PXE boot the server from the network.

Installing or deploying an operating system

Before installing an operating system, observe the following:

• Be sure to read the HPE UEFI requirements for ProLiant servers on the
website. If UEFI requirements are not met, you might experience boot failures or other errors when
installing the operating system.

• Update firmware before using the server for the first time, unless software or components require an
older version. For more information, see "Keeping the system current on page 117."

• For the latest information on supported operating systems, see the Hewlett Packard Enterprise
website.

• The server does not ship with OS media. All system software and firmware is preloaded on the server.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

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Hardware options installation

Product QuickSpecs

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see
the product QuickSpecs on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website (

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.

Tower to rack conversion kit

Installing the tower-to-rack conversion kit

http://www.hpe.com/info/qs).

Use the tower-to-rack conversion kit to switch the tower server to rack mode operation. In this procedure,
left and right terminology is from the perspective of a user facing the front of the rack.

Procedure

1. Review the rack warnings and cautions.

2. If the server is used in tower mode, prepare the server for rack installation.

3. Install the rack rails and server tray.

4. Install the server on the tray.

Preparing the server for rack installation

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. If installed, unlock and remove the security padlock or the Kensington security lock.

5. Place the server on the side and access panel facing up.

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Installing the rack rails and server tray

These rack rails can be installed in both round- or square-hole racks.

Prerequisites

Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have the following items available:

• Left and right rack rail assemblies – These rails occupy 1U position on the rack.

• Server tray

• T-15 Torx screwdriver

Procedure

1. Disassemble the rail assemblies:

a. Pull out the inner rail until it is fully extended.

b. Slide and hold the white release tab in the direction shown, and then remove the inner sliding rail

from the outer mounting rail.

c. Repeat steps a–b on the other rail assembly.

2. Install the sliding rails on the server tray:

a. Align the notches on the rail with the pins on the side.

b. Slide the rail towards the rear of the tray to lock it into place.

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c. Repeat steps a–b on the other inner rail.

3. Locate the orientation markers on the mounting rails:

• The front end of the rails is marked FRONT.

• The rear end of the rails is marked with L for left and R for right.

4. Fasten the mounting rails to the rack columns:

a. Retract and hold the rear retention bracket.

b. Insert the pegs on the mounting flange into the rack holes.

c. Release the rear retention bracket.

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d. Retract and hold the front retention bracket.

e. Insert the pegs on the mounting flange into the rack holes.

f. Release the front retention bracket.

g. Repeat steps a-f to fasten the other mounting rail.

h. Make sure that both rails are mounted at the same vertical position on both sides of the rack.

5. Slide the server tray into the rack.

The rails will click and lock into place when the tray is properly engaged.

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Installing the server on the tray

Procedure

1. Grasp the tray notch to slide the tray out of the rack.

2. Place the server on the tray.

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3. Slide the server into the rack.

4. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

5. Connect each power cord to the server.

6. Connect each power cord to the power source.

7. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.

Installing the PCI fan and air baffle options

The PCI fan option is required to meet the system thermal requirement when the following expansion
board options are installed:

• Type-p Smart Array controllers

• High-performance NIC controllers

• 10 GB Ethernet adapter

• GPUs

• M.2 SSD module

• All non-HPE expansion boards

CAUTION: For proper cooling, do not operate the server without the access panel, baffles,
expansion slot covers, or blanks installed. If the server supports hot-plug components, minimize the
amount of time the access panel is open.

Prerequisites

Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have a T-15 Torx screwdriver available.

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Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

6. Remove the access panel.

7. Install the PCI fan option:

a. Mount the fan on the chassis.

b. Verify that the guiding pins on the fan guard are inserted into the chassis opening.

c. Secure the fan with the screws.

d. Connect the fan cable.

8. Install the air baffle:

a. Insert the tabs on the baffle into the slots on the rear chassis.

b. Press the front end of the baffle into the chassis.

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9. Install the access panel.

10. Install the front bezel.

11. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

12. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

13. Connect each power cord to the server.

14. Connect each power cord to the power source.

15. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.

Drive options

Drive installation guidelines

Observe the following general guidelines:

• The system automatically sets all drive numbers.

• If only one drive is used, install it in the bay with the lowest drive number.

For drive numbering, see Drive bay numbering on page 18.

• Drives with the same capacity provide the greatest storage space efficiency when grouped into the
same drive array.

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Drive support information

Depending on the drive cage installed, the server supports the following drives:

• Non-hot-plug LFF SATA drives

• Hot-plug LFF SATA & SAS drives

• Hot-plug SFF SATA & SAS drives

The server supports up to eight drives in SFF configuration and four drives in LFF configuration.

The embedded HPE Smart Array S100i SR Gen10 Controller supports SATA drive installation. For SAS
drive installation, install a type-p standup plug-in Smart Array controller option.

Installing an LFF non-hot-plug drive in the drive cage

Prerequisites

Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have a T-15 Torx screwdriver available.

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

6. Remove the access panel.

7. If installed, remove the air baffle.

8. If there are drives already installed in the non-hot-plug drive cage, disconnect all cables from the

drives.

9. Remove the non-hot-plug drive cage.

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10. Remove four T-15 screws from the drive cage.

11. Install the drive.

12. Install the non-hot-plug drive cage.

13. Connect the drive cables.

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14. If removed, install the air baffle.

15. Install the access panel.

16. Install the front bezel.

17. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

18. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

19. Connect each power cord to the server.

20. Connect each power cord to the power source.

21. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.

To configure arrays, see the HPE Smart Array SR Gen10 Configuration Guide at the Hewlett Packard

Enterprise website.

Installing an LFF non-hot-plug drive in the media drive bay

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

bays are populated with either a component or a blank.

Use the LFF drive enablement option to install non-hot-plug LFF SATA drives in the media bays.

Prerequisites

Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have a T-15 Torx screwdriver available.

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

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◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

6. Remove the access panel.

7. If installed, remove the air baffle.

8. Remove the EMI shield.

9. Slide the drive in the drive cage and secure it with the screws included in the option kit.

10. Remove four media device screws from the front panel.

11. Secure the media device screws in the drive cage.

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12. Slide the drive cage into the media bay until it locks into place.

13. Connect the drive cables.

14. If removed, install the air baffle.

15. Install the access panel.

16. Install the front bezel.

17. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

18. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

19. Connect each power cord to the server.

20. Connect each power cord to the power source.

21. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.

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To configure arrays, see the HPE Smart Array SR Gen10 Configuration Guide at the Hewlett Packard

Enterprise website.

Installing an LFF hot-plug drive

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

bays are populated with either a component or a blank.

Procedure

1. Remove the front bezel.

2. Remove the drive blank.

3. Prepare the drive.

4. Install the drive.

5. If the drive is installed in an empty drive cage after the initial system boot, reboot the system to

maintain optimal ventilation.

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6. Determine the status of the drive from the drive LED definitions.

7. Install the front bezel.

The installation is complete.

To configure arrays, see the HPE Smart Array SR Gen10 Configuration Guide at the Hewlett Packard

Enterprise website.

Installing an SFF hot-plug drive

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

bays are populated with either a component or a blank.

Procedure

1. Remove the front bezel.

2. Remove the drive blank.

3. Prepare the drive.

4. Install the SFF drive.

5. If the drive is installed in an empty drive cage after the initial system boot, reboot the system to

maintain optimal ventilation.

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6. Determine the status of the drive from the drive LED definitions.

7. Install the front bezel.

The installation is complete.

To configure arrays, see the HPE Smart Array SR Gen10 Configuration Guide at the Hewlett Packard

Enterprise website.

Power supply options

Depending on the installed options and the regional location where the server was purchased, the server
can be configured with one of the following power supplies.

Hot-plug power supply calculations

For more information on the hot-plug power supply and calculators to determine server power
consumption in various system configurations, see the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Power Advisor website
(http://www.hpe.com/info/poweradvisor/online).

Power supply warnings and cautions

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

• Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature.

• Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all
times.

• Unplug the power cord from the power supply to disconnect power to the equipment.

• Do not route the power cord where it can be walked on or pinched by items placed against it.
Pay particular attention to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the cord extends from
the server.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock hazards, do not open power supplies.
Refer all maintenance, upgrades, and servicing to qualified personnel

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.

CAUTION: Mixing different types of power supplies in the same server might:

• Limit or disable some power supply features including support for power redundancy.

• Cause the system to become unstable and might shut down.

To ensure access to all available features, all power supplies in the same server should have the
same output and efficiency ratings. Verify that all power supplies have the same part number and
label color.

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Flexible Slot (Redundant) power supply enablement option

The Flexible Slot (RPS) enablement option supports the installation of two Gen10 Flexible Slot (Flex Slot)
power supplies.

Adding a second power supply provides redundant power support to the server if one power supply fails.
You do not have to power down the server before removing or installing a redundant hot-plug power
supply.

Installing a Flexible Slot (Redundant) power supply enablement option

Prerequisites

• Before installing the redundant power supply enablement, read the power supply warnings and
cautions.

• Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have the following items available:

◦ Redundant power supply enablement option

◦ Hot-plug power supply

◦ T-15 Torx screwdriver

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

6. Remove the access panel.

7. If installed, remove the air baffle.

8. Disconnect all power supply cables from the system board, drive cages, and devices.

9. Remove the standard power supply.

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10. Install the RPS cage.

11. Connect the RPS backplane cables.

12. Install a hot-plug power supply in the power supply bay 1.

13. To enable power redundancy in the server, install a second power supply in the power supply bay 2:

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a. Remove the power supply blank from bay 2.

b. Install a second hot-plug power supply in the power supply bay 2.

14. If removed, install the air baffle.

15. Install the access panel.

16. Install the front bezel.

17. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

18. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

19. Connect each power cord to the server.

20. Connect each power cord to the power source.

21. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.

Media device options

The server supports the following media device options:

• SAS LTO tape drive

• USB RDX tape drive

• SATA optical drive

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Installing a SAS LTO tape drive

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

bays are populated with either a component or a blank.

The media bay 1 supports the installation of a SAS LTO tape drive option.

Prerequisites

Before you perform this procedure:

• Make sure that a Smart Array controller board option is installed.

• T-15 Torx screwdriver is available.

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

•

If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

6. Remove the access panel.

7. If installed, remove the air baffle.

8. Remove the media bay blank.

9. Remove the EMI shield.

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10. Secure the metal shims on the LTO tape drive.

The shims and the T-15 Torx screws are included in the LTO tape drive option kit.

If you are installing an LTO tape drive that does not include its own mounting screws, use the
preinstalled media drive spare screws.

11. Slide the LTO tape drive into the media bay until it clicks into place.

12. Connect the drive cables.

13. If removed, install the air baffle.

14. Install the access panel.

15. Install the front bezel.

16. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

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◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

17. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

18. Connect each power cord to the server.

19. Connect each power cord to the power source.

20. Power up the server.

21. Perform the verification and configuration procedures required by the drive option.

The installation is complete.

For more information, see the drive user guide from the Storage section of the Hewlett Packard

Enterprise Information Library.

Installing a USB RDX drive

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

bays are populated with either a component or a blank.

Prerequisites

Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have a T-15 Torx screwdriver available.

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

6. Remove the access panel.

7. If installed, remove the air baffle.

8. Remove the media bay blank.

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9. Remove the EMI shield.

10. Secure the RDX drive screws.

These screws are included in the RDX drive option kit. If you are installing an RDX drive that does
not include its own mounting screws, use the preinstalled media drive spare screws.

11. Slide the RDX drive into the media drive bay until it clicks into place.

12. Connect the drive cables.

13. If removed, install the air baffle.

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14. Install the access panel.

15. Install the front bezel.

16. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

17. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

18. Connect each power cord to the server.

19. Connect each power cord to the power source.

20. Power up the server.

21. Perform the verification and configuration procedures required by the drive option.

The installation is complete.

For more information, see the drive user guide from the Storage section of the Hewlett Packard

Enterprise Information Library.

Installing an optical disk drive

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

bays are populated with either a component or a blank.

Prerequisites

Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have a T-15 Torx screwdriver available.

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

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6. Remove the access panel.

7. If installed, remove the air baffle.

8. Remove the media drive bay blank.

9. Remove the EMI shield.

10. Install the optical drive bracket.

11. Remove four media device screws from the front panel.

12. Install the optical drive in the optical drive cage:

a. Slide the optical drive into the optical drive cage.

b. Secure the drive to the cage with the four media device screws.

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13. Connect the SATA-power Y-cable to the drive, and then route the cable through the clip on the optical

drive cage.

14. Slide the optical drive assembly into the media bay until it clicks into place.

15. Connect the SATA-power Y-cable.

16. If removed, install the air baffle.

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17. Install the access panel.

18. Install the front bezel.

19. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

20. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

21. Connect each power cord to the server.

22. Connect each power cord to the power source.

23. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.

Memory options

IMPORTANT: This server does not support mixing RDIMMs and UDIMMs. Attempting to mix these

two types causes the server to halt during BIOS initialization. All memory installed in the server must
be of the same type.

DIMM population information

For specific DIMM population information, see the DIMM population guidelines on the Hewlett Packard
Enterprise website (http://www.hpe.com/docs/standard-population-rules).

Installing a DIMM

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

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◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. If installed, remove the air baffle.

6. Remove the access panel.

7. Open the DIMM slot latches.

8. Align the notch on the bottom edge of the DIMM with the keyed surface of the DIMM slot, and then

fully press the DIMM into the slot until the latches snap back into place.

The DIMM slots are structured to ensure proper installation. If you try to insert a DIMM but it does not
fit easily into the slot, you might have positioned it incorrectly. Reverse the orientation of the DIMM
and insert it again.

9. Install the access panel.

10. If removed, install the air baffle.

11. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

12. Connect each power cord to the server.

13. Connect each power cord to the power source.

14. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.

After installing the DIMMs, use the System Utilities > System Configuration > BIOS/Platform >

Configuration (RBSU) > Memory Options to configure the memory settings.

Expansion board options

The server has four PCIe3 expansion slots that support different form factor expansion boards. For more
information on the PCIe slot specifications, see PCIe expansion slot definitions.

Expansion board thermal requirement

The PCI fan option is required to meet the system thermal requirement when the following expansion
board options are installed:

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• Type-p Smart Array controllers

• High-performance NIC controllers

• 10 GB Ethernet adapter

• GPUs

• M.2 SSD module

• All non-HPE expansion boards

Installing an expansion board

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

PCI slots have either an expansion slot cover or an expansion board installed.

Prerequisites

Before you perform this procedure:

• Check if the expansion board option requires the PCI fan option, see Expansion board thermal
requirement.

• Make sure that you have the T-15 Torx screwdriver available.

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

6. Remove the access panel.

7. If installed, remove the air baffle.

8. Remove the PCI blank retainer.

9. Remove the PCI slot blank.

10. Install the expansion board. Make sure that the board is firmly seated in the slot.

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11. Connect all necessary internal cabling to the expansion board.

For more information on these cabling requirements, see the documentation that ships with the
option.

12. Install the PCI slot cover retainer.

13. If removed, install the air baffle.

14. Install the access panel.

15. Install the front bezel.

16. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

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◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

17. Connect all necessary external cabling to the expansion board.

For more information on these cabling requirements, see the documentation that ships with the
option.

18. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

19. Connect each power cord to the server.

20. Connect each power cord to the power source.

21. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.

Storage controller options

The server supports the following storage controllers:

• Embedded HPE Smart Array S100i SR Gen10 Controller

• Type-p standup plug-in Smart Array controller

The Smart Array controller can be installed in PCIe expansion slots. For more information on the PCIe
slot specifications, see PCIe expansion slot definitions.

Installing a Smart Array storage controller

Prerequisites

Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have a T-15 Torx screwdriver available.

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

6. Remove the access panel.

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7. If installed, remove the air baffle.

8. Install the controller into a PCIe slot.

9. If removed, install the air baffle.

10. Install the access panel.

11. Install the front bezel.

12. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

13. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

14. Connect each power cord to the server.

15. Connect each power cord to the power source.

16. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.

Smart Storage Battery option

The Smart Storage Battery is a centralized backup source and is required to back up the write cache
content onto flash memory on the Smart Array P-class Gen10 controllers in case of an unplanned server
power loss. In this server, the 96 W, 260 mm battery supports up to 24 devices.

After the battery is installed, it might take up to two hours to charge. Controller features requiring backup
power are not enabled until the battery is capable of providing the backup power.

Installing the Smart Storage Battery

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

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◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

6. Remove the access panel.

7. If installed, remove the air baffle.

8. Detach the black tapes from the chassis.

9. Install the Smart Storage Battery holders.

10. Secure the Smart Storage Battery in the holders:

a. Position one end of the battery into the holder.

b. Press and hold the release latch on the holder.

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c. Position the other end of the battery into the holder.

d. Connect the battery cable.

11. If removed, install the air baffle.

12. Install the access panel.

13. Install the front bezel.

14. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

15. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

16. Connect each power cord to the server.

17. Connect each power cord to the power source.

18. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.

M.2/Dedicated iLO/Serial Port option

The server supports the installation of M.2 SSD/ dedicated iLO option kit.

Kit contents

• M.2 SSD installation

• iLO management support

• Serial port connection

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M.2/dedicated iLO/serial port option kit content

Item Description

1 Enablement board stabilizer

2 Dedicated iLO (iLO Management Port)

3 Serial port cable connector

4 M.2 22110 SSD standoff position

5 M.2 2280 SSD standoff position

6 M.2 2242 SSD standoff position

7 M.2 SSD module connector

8 Serial port cable

9 Serial port cable clip

Installing the M.2/dedicated iLO/serial port enablement board

Prerequisites

Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have the following items available:

• T-15 Torx screwdriver

• Phillips screwdriver

• Hex nut screwdriver

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

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a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

6. Remove the access panel.

7. If installed, remove the air baffle.

8. Remove the Phillips screw and the standoff (Hex nut) screw.

9. Remove the iLO port blank.

10. Remove the mylar tape.

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11. Install the M.2/dedicated iLO/serial port enablement board:

a. Insert the enablement board into the M.2 slot at a 45° angle.

b. Carefully press the enablement board down to the horizontal position.

c. Install the enablement board screw.

12. Install the enablement board stabilizer.

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13. If you intend to install an M.2 SSD on the enablement board, install it now.

14. If you intend to install the serial port cable, install it now.

15. If removed, install the air baffle.

16. Install the access panel.

17. Install the front bezel.

18. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

19. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

20. Connect each power cord to the server.

21. Connect each power cord to the power source.

22. Power up the server.

To use the dedicated iLO port function, enable it in the UEFI System Utilities.

The installation is complete.

M.2 SSD module option

Use the M.2 connector on the system board or on the optional M.2/dedicated iLO/serial port enablement
board to install an M.2 SSD on the server.

Use the embedded HPE Smart Array S100i SR Gen10 Controller to manage the M.2 SATA SSDs. The
S100i SR Gen10 SW RAID support requires that the server boot mode be set to UEFI.

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Installing an M.2 SSD module on M.2/dedicated iLO/serial port enablement board

Prerequisites

Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have the following items available:

• T-15 Torx screwdriver

• Phillips screwdriver

• Hex nut screwdriver

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

6. Remove the access panel.

7. If installed, remove the air baffle.

8. Install the M.2/dedicated iLO/serial port enablement board.

9. Install the standoff (Hex nut) screw on either 2242, 2280 or 22110 standoff position on kit.

10. Install the M.2 SSD:

a. Insert the SSD module into the M.2 slot at a 45° angle.

b. Carefully press the SSD down to the horizontal position.

c. Install the SSD mounting screw.

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11. If removed, install the air baffle.

12. Install the access panel.

13. Install the front bezel.

14. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

15. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

16. Connect each power cord to the server.

17. Connect each power cord to the power source.

18. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.

To configure the M.2 SSD, see the HPE Smart Array SR Gen10 Configuration Guide at the Hewlett

Packard Enterprise website.

Installing the M.2 SSD module on the system board

Prerequisites

Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have the following items available:

• Phillips screwdriver

• Hex nut screwdriver

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Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

6. Remove the access panel.

7. If installed, remove the air baffle.

8. Remove the alignment screws:

• If installing an M.2 2242 or 2280 SSD, remove both the standoff (Hex nut) screw and Phillips
screw.

• If installing the M.2 22110, remove only the Phillips screw. Retain the standoff (Hex nut) screw.

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9. Install the nuts screw on 2242 or 2280 standoff position on the system board.

10. Install the M.2 SSD module:

a. Insert the SSD module into the SSD slot at a 45° angle, then gently press the module down.

b. Secure the SSD module to the M.2 SSD enablement board with removed Phillips screw.

11. If removed, install the air baffle.

12. Install the access panel.

13. Install the front bezel.

14. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

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◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

15. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

16. Connect each power cord to the server.

17. Connect each power cord to the power source.

18. Power up the server.

Installing the serial port

Prerequisites

Before you perform this procedure, make sure that:

• The M.2/dedicated iLO/serial port enablement board is installed.

• Hex nut screwdriver

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

6. Remove the access panel.

7. If installed, remove the air baffle.

8. Remove the serial port blank.

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9. Install the serial port.

10. Remove the mylar tape.

11. Attach the serial port cable clip to the chassis.

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12. Connect the serial port cable to the M.2/dedicated iLO/serial port enablement board.

13. To prevent the serial port cable from blocking the system fan airflow, route the cable beneath the fan,

and then secure the extra length of the cable in the serial port cable clip. Secure the extra length of
serial cable beneath the system fan with a clip.

14. If removed, install the air baffle.

15. Install the access panel.

16. Install the front bezel.

17. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

18. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

19. Connect each power cord to the server.

20. Connect each power cord to the power source.

21. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.

Enabling the dedicated iLO management module

The onboard NIC 1/shared iLO connector is set as the default system iLO connector. To enable the
dedicated iLO management module, use the iLO 5 Configuration Utility accessible within the HPE UEFI
System Utilities.

For more information on the UEFI System Utilities, see the UEFI documentation on the Hewlett Packard
Enterprise website (http://www.hpe.com/servers/uefi).

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IMPORTANT: If the iLO configuration settings are reset to the default values, remote access to the
machine will be lost. Access the physical machine and repeat the procedure described in this
section to re-enable the dedicated iLO management connector.

Procedure

1. During the server startup sequence after installing the module, press F9 in the POST screen.

The System Utilities screen appears.

2. Select System Configuration | iLO 5 Configuration Utility.

The iLO 5 Configuration Utility screen appears.

3. Select Network Options, and then press Enter.

The Network Options screen appears.

4. Set the Network Interface Adapter field to ON, and then press Enter.

5. Press F10 to save your changes.

A message prompt to confirm that the iLO settings reset appears.

6. Press Enter to reboot the iLO settings.

7. Press Esc until the main menu is displayed.

8. Select Reboot the System to exit the utility and resume the boot process.

The IP address of the enabled dedicated iLO connector appears on the POST screen on the
subsequent boot-up. Access the Network Options screen again to view this IP address for later
reference.

Internal USB device option

The server has one internal USB 2.0 port and one USB 3.0 port. You can use these two ports to install
internal USB devices, that are intended to be rarely removed, such as USB flash media devices for
booting up from flash solutions or for data backup/redundancy.

Installing an internal USB device

Procedure

1. Power down the server.

2. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

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◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

5. Remove the front bezel.

6. Remove the access panel.

7. If installed, remove the air baffle.

8. Locate the internal USB connector.

9. Plug in the USB device into the internal USB port.

10. If removed, install the air baffle.

11. Install the access panel.

12. Install the front bezel.

13. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

14. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

15. Connect each power cord to the server.

16. Connect each power cord to the power source.

17. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.

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HPE Trusted Platform Module 2.0 Gen10 option

Overview

Use these instructions to install and enable an HPE TPM 2.0 Gen10 Kit in a supported server. This option
is not supported on Gen9 and earlier servers.

This procedure includes three sections:

1. Installing the Trusted Platform Module board.

2. Enabling the Trusted Platform Module.

3. Retaining the recovery key/password.

HPE TPM 2.0 installation is supported with specific operating system support such as Microsoft
Windows Server® 2012 R2 and later. For more information about operating system support, see the
product QuickSpecs on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website (http://www.hpe.com/info/qs). For more
information about Microsoft® Windows® BitLocker Drive Encryption feature, see the Microsoft website
(http://www.microsoft.com).

CAUTION: If the TPM is removed from the original server and powered up on a different server,
data stored in the TPM including keys will be erased.

IMPORTANT: In UEFI Boot Mode, the HPE TPM 2.0 Gen10 Kit can be configured to operate as
TPM 2.0 (default) or TPM 1.2 on a supported server. In Legacy Boot Mode, the configuration can be
changed between TPM 1.2 and TPM 2.0, but only TPM 1.2 operation is supported.

HPE Trusted Platform Module 2.0 Guidelines

CAUTION: Always observe the guidelines in this document. Failure to follow these guidelines can

cause hardware damage or halt data access.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise SPECIAL REMINDER: Before enabling TPM functionality on this system,
you must ensure that your intended use of TPM complies with relevant local laws, regulations and
policies, and approvals or licenses must be obtained if applicable.

For any compliance issues arising from your operation/usage of TPM which violates the above mentioned
requirement, you shall bear all the liabilities wholly and solely. Hewlett Packard Enterprise will not be
responsible for any related liabilities.

®

When installing or replacing a TPM, observe the following guidelines:

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• Do not remove an installed TPM. Once installed, the TPM becomes a permanent part of the system
board.

• When installing or replacing hardware, Hewlett Packard Enterprise service providers cannot enable
the TPM or the encryption technology. For security reasons, only the customer can enable these
features.

• When returning a system board for service replacement, do not remove the TPM from the system
board. When requested, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Service provides a TPM with the spare system
board.

• Any attempt to remove the cover of an installed TPM from the system board can damage the TPM
cover, the TPM, and the system board.

• If the TPM is removed from the original server and powered up on a different server, data stored in the
TPM including keys will be erased.

• When using BitLocker, always retain the recovery key/password. The recovery key/password is
required to complete Recovery Mode after BitLocker detects a possible compromise of system
integrity.

• Hewlett Packard Enterprise is not liable for blocked data access caused by improper TPM use. For
operating instructions, see the TPM documentation or the encryption technology feature
documentation provided by the operating system.

Installing and enabling the HPE TPM 2.0 Gen10 Kit

Installing the Trusted Platform Module board

Preparing the server for installation

Procedure

1. Observe the following warnings:

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

remove power from the server by removing the power cord. The front panel Power On/Standby
button does not shut off system power. Portions of the power supply and some internal circuitry
remain active until AC power is removed.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the
internal system components to cool before touching them.

2. Update the system ROM.

Locate and download the latest ROM version from the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support Center

website. Follow the instructions on the website to update the system ROM.

3. Power down the server.

4. Remove all power:

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

5. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

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6. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Place the server on its side with the access panel facing up.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Extend the server from the rack.

◦ Remove the server from the rack.

7. Remove the access panel.

8. If installed, remove the air baffle.

9. Remove any components or cables that may prevent access to the TPM connector.

10. Proceed to Installing the TPM board and cover on page 90.

Installing the TPM board and cover

Procedure

1. Observe the following alerts:

CAUTION: If the TPM is removed from the original server and powered up on a different server,

data stored in the TPM including keys will be erased.

CAUTION: The TPM is keyed to install only in the orientation shown. Any attempt to install the
TPM in a different orientation might result in damage to the TPM or system board.

2. Align the TPM board with the key on the connector, and then install the TPM board. To seat the board,
press the TPM board firmly into the connector. To locate the TPM connector on the system board, see
the server label on the access panel.

3. Install the TPM cover:

a. Line up the tabs on the cover with the openings on either side of the TPM connector.

b. To snap the cover into place, firmly press straight down on the middle of the cover.

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4. Proceed to Preparing the server for operation on page 91.

Preparing the server for operation

Procedure

1. Install any options or cables previously removed to access the TPM connector.

2. If removed, install the air baffle.

3. Install the access panel.

4. Do one of the following:

• If the server is in tower mode: Return the server to an upright position.

• If the server is in rack mode, do one of the following:

◦ Install the server on the tray.

◦ Slide the server into the rack.

5. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.

6. Connect each power cord to the server.

7. Connect each power cord to the power source.

8. Power up the server.

The installation is complete.

Enabling the Trusted Platform Module

When enabling the Trusted Platform module, observe the following guidelines:

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• By default, the Trusted Platform Module is enabled as TPM 2.0 when the server is powered on after
installing it.

• In UEFI Boot Mode, the Trusted Platform Module can be configured to operate as TPM 2.0 or TPM

1.2.

• In Legacy Boot Mode, the Trusted Platform Module configuration can be changed between TPM 1.2
and TPM 2.0, but only TPM 1.2 operation is supported.

Enabling the Trusted Platform Module as TPM 2.0

Procedure

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

2. From the System Utilities screen, select System Configuration > BIOS/Platform Configuration
(RBSU) > Server Security > Trusted Platform Module options.

3. Verify the following:

• "Current TPM Type" is set to TPM 2.0.

• "Current TPM State" is set to Present and Enabled.

• "TPM Visibility" is set to Visible.

4. If changes were made in the previous step, press the F10 key to save your selection.

5. If F10 was pressed in the previous step, do one of the following:

• If in graphical mode, click Yes.

• If in text mode, press the Y key.

6. Press the ESC key to exit System Utilities.

7. If changes were made and saved, the server prompts for reboot request. Press the Enter key to

confirm reboot.

If the following actions were performed, the server reboots a second time without user input. During
this reboot, the TPM setting becomes effective.

• Changing from TPM 1.2 and TPM 2.0

• Changing TPM bus from FIFO to CRB

• Enabling or disabling TPM

• Clearing the TPM

8. Enable TPM functionality in the OS, such as Microsoft Windows BitLocker or measured boot.

For more information, see the Microsoft website.

Enabling the Trusted Platform Module as TPM 1.2

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Procedure

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

2. From the System Utilities screen select System Configuration > BIOS/Platform Configuration
(RBSU) > Server Security > Trusted Platform Module options.

3. Change the "TPM Mode Switch Operation" to TPM 1.2.

4. Verify "TPM Visibility" is Visible.

5. Press the F10 key to save your selection.

6. When prompted to save the change in System Utilities, do one of the following:

• If in graphical mode, click Yes.

• If in text mode, press the Y key.

7. Press the ESC key to exit System Utilities.

The server reboots a second time without user input. During this reboot, the TPM setting becomes
effective.

8. Enable TPM functionality in the OS, such as Microsoft Windows BitLocker or measured boot.

For more information, see the Microsoft website.

Retaining the recovery key/password

The recovery key/password is generated during BitLocker setup, and can be saved and printed after
BitLocker is enabled. When using BitLocker, always retain the recovery key/password. The recovery key/
password is required to enter Recovery Mode after BitLocker detects a possible compromise of system
integrity.

To help ensure maximum security, observe the following guidelines when retaining the recovery key/
password:

• Always store the recovery key/password in multiple locations.

• Always store copies of the recovery key/password away from the server.

• Do not save the recovery key/password on the encrypted hard drive.

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Cabling

Cabling guidelines

The cable colors in the cabling diagrams used in this chapter are for illustration purposes only. Most of the
server cables are black.

Observe the following guidelines when working with server cables.

Before connecting cables

• Note the port labels on the PCA components. Not all of these components are used by all servers:

◦ System board ports

◦ Drive and power supply backplane ports

◦ Expansion board ports (controllers, adapters, expanders, risers, and similar boards)

• Note the label near each cable connector. This label indicates the destination port for the cable
connector.

• Some data cables are pre-bent. Do not unbend or manipulate the cables.

• To prevent mechanical damage or depositing oil that is present on your hands, and other
contamination, do not touch the ends of the connectors.

When connecting cables

• Before connecting a cable to a port, lay the cable in place to verify the length of the cable.

• Use the internal cable management features to properly route and secure the cables.

• When routing cables, be sure that the cables are not in a position where they can be pinched or
crimped.

• Avoid tight bend radii to prevent damaging the internal wires of a power cord or a server cable. Never
bend power cords and server cables tight enough to cause a crease in the sheathing.

• Make sure that the excess length of cables are properly secured to avoid excess bends, interference
issues, and airflow restriction.

• To prevent component damage and potential signal interference, make sure that all cables are in their
appropriate routing position before installing a new component and before closing up the server after
hardware installation/maintenance.

When disconnecting cables

• Grip the body of the cable connector. Do not pull on the cable itself because this action can damage
the internal wires of the cable or the pins on the port.

• If a cable does not disconnect easily, check for any release latch that must be pressed to disconnect
the cable.

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• Remove cables that are no longer being used. Retaining them inside the server can restrict airflow. If
you intend to use the removed cables later, label and store them for future use.

Storage cabling

LFF non-hot-plug drive cabling from the media bay

LFF non-hot-plug drive enablement cabling with standard power supply

Cable color Description

Orange Power supply cable

Blue SATA port 6 cable

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LFF non-hot-plug drive enablement cabling with Flexible Slot power supply

Cable color Description

Orange Power supply cable

Blue Drive power cable

Gold SATA port 6 cable

LFF non-hot-plug drive cabling from the drive cage

LFF non-hot-plug drive cabling with standard power supply

Cable color Description

Orange SATA port 2 cable

Blue SATA port 1 cable

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Cable color Description

Gold SATA port 3 cable

Pink SATA port 4 cable

Green Drive power cable

Black Power supply cable

LFF non-hot-plug drive cabling with Flexible Slot power supply

Cable color Description

Orange SATA port 2 cable

Blue SATA port 1 cable

Gold SATA port 3 cable

Pink SATA port 4 cable

Green Drive power cable

Black Power supply cable

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LFF hot-plug drive cabling

LFF hot-plug drive cabling with standard power supply

Cable color Description

Orange Mini-SAS cable with sideband connector

Blue Drive power cable

LFF hot-plug drive cabling with Flexible Slot power supply

Cable color Description

Orange Drive power cable

Blue Mini-SAS cable with sideband connector

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SFF hot-plug drive cabling

SFF hot-plug drive cabling with standard power supply

Cable color Description

Orange Drive power cable

Blue 24-pin power supply cable

Gold 4-pin power supply cable

Green

Pink

SFF hot-plug drive cabling with Flexible Slot power supply

Mini-SAS cable from controller port 2 to drive backplane port 2

Mini-SAS cable from controller port 1 to drive backplane port 1

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Cable color Description

Orange Drive power cable

Blue

Gold

Mini-SAS cable from controller port 1 to drive backplane port 1

Mini-SAS cable from controller port 2 to drive backplane port 2

Smart Storage Battery cabling

Smart Array controller backup power cabling

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