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HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

This subchapter pertains to all HP 9000 Superdome servers (running PA-8600, PA-8700 or PA-8800 processors) for all markets. With Superdome, HP launches a new strategy to ensure a positive Total Customer Experience is achieved via industry-leading HP Services. Our experience has shown us that large solution implementations most often succeed as a result of appropriate skills and attention being applied to the solution design and implementation. To address this on the implementation side, for Superdome, HP is responding to Customer and Industry feedback and delivering Superdome Configurations via three, pre-configured Services levels: Critical Service, Proactive Service and Foundation Service. With Superdome, we introduced a new role, the TCE Manager, who manages the fulfillment of an integrated business solution based on customer requirements. For each customer account, the TCE Manager will facilitate the selection of the appropriate configuration. For ordering instructions, please consult the ordering guide.

Superdome Service Solutions

Superdome Service SolutionsSuperdome Service Solutions

Superdome continues to provide the same positive Total Customer Experience via industry leading HP Services as with existing Superdome servers. The HP Services component of Superdome is described here:

Solution Life Cycle

Solution Life CycleSolution Life Cycle

HP customers have consistently achieved higher levels of satisfaction when key components of their IT infrastructures are implemented using the availability by examining customers' specific needs at each of five distinct phases (plan, design, integrate, install, and manage) and then designing their Superdome solution around those needs.

Solution Life Cycle

Solution Life CycleSolution Life Cycle

. The Solution Life Cycle focuses on rapid productivity and maximum

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Service Solutions

Service SolutionsService Solutions

HP offers three pre-configured service solutions for Superdome that provide customers with a choice of lifecycle services to address their own individual business requirements.

Foundation Service Solution

Foundation Service SolutionFoundation Service Solution groundwork for long-term system reliability by combining pre-installation preparation and integration services, hands-on training and reactive support. This solution includes HP Support Plus 24 to provide an integrated set of 24×7 hardware and software services as well as software updates for selected HP and third party products. Proactive Service Solution

Proactive Service Solution

Proactive Service SolutionProactive Service Solution management phase of the Solution Life Cycle with HP Proactive 24 to complement your internal IT resources with proactive assistance and reactive support. Proactive Service Solution helps reduce design problems, speed time to production, and lay the groundwork for long-term system reliability by combining pre installation preparation and integration services with hands on staff training and transition assistance. With HP Proactive 24 included in your solution, you optimize the effectiveness of your IT environment with access to an HP-certified team of experts that can help you identify potential areas of improvement in key IT processes and implement necessary changes to increase availability. Critical Service Solution

Critical Service Solution

Critical Service SolutionCritical Service Solution support services to ensure maximum IT availability and performance for companies that can't tolerate downtime without serious business impact. Critical Service Solution encompasses the full spectrum of deliverables across the Solution Lifecycle and is enhanced by HP Critical Service as the core of the management phase. This total solution provides maximum system availability and reduces design problems, speeds time-to-production, and lays the groundwork for long-term system reliability by combining pre-installation preparation and integration services, hands on training, transition assistance, remote monitoring, and mission critical support. As part of HP Critical Service, you get the services of a team of HP certified experts that will assist with the transition process, teach your staff how to optimize system performance, and monitor your system closely so potential problems are identified before they can affect availability.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

: This solution reduces design problems, speeds time-to-production, and lays the

: This solution builds on the Foundation Service Solution by enhancing the

: Mission Critical environments are maintained by combining proactive and reactive

Other Services

Other ServicesOther Services

HP's Mission Critical Partnership

HP's Mission Critical PartnershipHP's Mission Critical Partnership agreement with Hewlett-Packard to achieve the level of service that you need to meet your business requirements. This level of service can help you reduce the business risk of a complex IT infrastructure, by helping you align IT service delivery to your business objectives, enable a high rate of business change, and continuously improve service levels. HP will work with you proactively to eliminate downtime, and improve IT management processes. Service Solution Enhancements

Service Solution Enhancements

Service Solution EnhancementsService Solution Enhancements Solution in order to address your specific business needs. Services focused across multi-operating systems as well as other platforms such as storage and networks can be combined to compliment your total solution.

: This service offering provides customers the opportunity to create a custom

: HP's full portfolio of services is available to enhance your Superdome Service

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HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

QuickSpecs

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Standard Features

NOTE:

Given that PA-8600/PA-8700 are single-core processors and PA-8800 is a dual-core processor, the columns listed in this table refer to 16-socket,

NOTE:NOTE: 32-socket and 64-socket. This terminology refers to 16-way, 32-way and 64-way for Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700 and 32-way, 64-way and 128-way for Superdome PA 8800 systems.

System Size

System SizeSystem Size 16 Sockets

16 Sockets

16 Sockets16 Sockets

CPUs

CPUsCPUs Memory

Memory

MemoryMemory Cell Boards

Cell Boards

Cell BoardsCell Boards PCI Chassis

PCI Chassis

PCI ChassisPCI Chassis

32 Sockets

32 Sockets32 Sockets CPUs

CPUs

CPUsCPUs Memory

Memory

MemoryMemory Cell Boards

Cell Boards

Cell BoardsCell Boards PCI Chassis

PCI Chassis

PCI ChassisPCI Chassis

64 Sockets

64 Sockets64 Sockets CPUs

CPUs

CPUsCPUs Memory

Memory

MemoryMemory Cell Boards

Cell Boards

Cell BoardsCell Boards PCI Chassis

PCI Chassis

PCI ChassisPCI Chassis

Standard Features

Standard FeaturesStandard Features

PA 8600 or

PA 8600 orPA 8600 or

PA 8700

PA 8700PA 8700

1 Cell Board 1 Cell Board

1 12 slot chassis 1 12 slot chassis 4 12 slot chassis 4 12 slot chassis

1 Cell Board 1 Cell Board

1 12 slot chassis 1 12 slot chassis 8 12 slot chassis 8 12 slot chassis

3 Cell Boards 3 Cell Boards

1 12 slot chassis 1 12 slot chassis

Redundant Power Supply Redundant Fans HP-UX operating system with unlimited user license Factory Integration of memory and I/O Cards Installation Guide, Operators Guide, and Architecture Manual HP Site planning and Installation One year warranty with same business day on-site service response

Minimum System

Minimum SystemMinimum System

PA 8800

PA 8800PA 8800

1 2 16 32

2 GB 2 GB

1 2 32 64

2 GB 2 GB

6 6 64 128

6 GB 6 GB

16 12 slot chassis 16 12 slot chassis

Maximum SPU Capacities

Maximum SPU CapacitiesMaximum SPU Capacities

PA 8600 or

PA 8600 orPA 8600 or

PA 8700

PA 8700PA 8700

64 GB

4 Cell Boards 4 Cell Boards

128 GB 512 GB

8 Cell Boards 8 Cell Boards

256 GB

16 Cell Boards 16 Cell Boards

PA 8800

PA 8800PA 8800

1024 GB (1)

256 GB

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HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

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(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Configuration

There are three basic building blocks in the Superdome system architecture: the cell, the crossbar backplane and the I/O subsystem. Please note that Superdome with PA-8800 is based on a different chip set (sx1000) than Superdome with PA-8600 or PA-8700. For more information on the sx1000 chip set, please refer to the

Cabinets

CabinetsCabinets

HP Integrity Superdome QuickSpec

A Superdome system can consist of up to four different types of cabinet assemblies:

At least one Superdome left cabinet. The Superdome cabinets contain all of the processors, memory and core devices of the system. They will also house most (usually all) of the system's I/O cards. Systems may include both left and right cabinet assemblies containing, a left or right backplane respectively. One or more HP Rack System/E cabinets. These 19-inch rack cabinets are used to hold the system peripheral devices such as disk drives. Optionally, one or more I/O expansion cabinets (Rack System/E). An I/O expansion cabinet is required when a customer requires more PCI cards than can be accommodated in their Superdome cabinets.

Superdome cabinets are serviced from the front and rear of the cabinet only. This enables customers to arrange the cabinets of their Superdome system in the traditional row fashion found in most computer rooms. The width of the cabinet accommodates moving it through common doorways in the U.S. and Europe. The intake air to the main (cell) card cage is filtered. This filter can be removed for cleaning/replacement while the system is fully operational.

A status display will be located on the outside of the front and rear doors of each cabinet. The customer and field engineers can therefore determine basic status of each cabinet without opening any cabinet doors.

For PA-8600 and PA-8700 processors (single core per processor):

Superdome 16-way: single cabinet (a left cabinet) Superdome 32-way: single cabinet (a left cabinet) Superdome 64 way: dual cabinet (a left cabinet and a right cabinet)

For PA-8800 processors (dual core per processor):

Superdome 32-way: single cabinet (a left cabinet) Superdome 64-way: single cabinet (a left cabinet) Superdome 128-way: dual cabinet (a left cabinet and a right cabinet)

Each cabinet may contain a specific number of cell boards (consisting of CPUs and memory) and I/O. See the following sections for configuration rules pertaining to each cabinet. The base configuration product numbers for each of the models are listed below.

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Cells (CPUs and Memory)

Cells (CPUs and Memory)Cells (CPUs and Memory)

A cell, or cell board, is the basic building block of a Superdome system. It is a symmetric multi-processor (SMP), containing:

Four sockets that can hold PA-8600, PA-8700 or PA-8800 processors (only one type is allowed per cell) Memory (up to 16-GB RAM with 512-MB DIMMs, 32-GB RAM with 1-GB DIMMs and 64-GB with 2-GB DIMMs.

NOTE:

NOTE: NOTE:

One cell controller (CC) Power converters Data buses Optional link to I/O card cage

Please note the following:

PA-8600 and PA-8700 processors can be mixed within a Superdome system, but must reside on different cells and in different partitions. PA-8800 processors cannot be mixed within a Superdome system with PA-8600 or PA-8700 processors. A Superdome PA-8800 system can support up to 1 TB of memory with 2 GB DIMMs. However, due to the limitation of HP-UX 11i, the maximum amount of memory supported in a partition is 512 GB. For PA-8600 and PA-8700 processors: The minimum configuration includes one active CPU and 2 GB memory per cell board. The maximum configuration includes four active CPU and 16 GB memory per cell board. Each cell board ships with four PA-8600 or PA-8700 CPUs. However, based on the number of active CPUs ordered, from one through four CPUs are activated prior to shipment. For PA-8800 processors: The minimum configuration includes four active processors and 2 GB memory per cell board. The maximum configuration includes 8 active processors and 64 GB memory per cell board using 2-GB DIMMs. Each cell board ships with either four or eight PA-8800 CPUs. The minimum number of active processors on each cell board is 4. Additional processors on the cell board can be activated individually (not in pairs). 512-MB, 1-GB and 2-GB (future) DIMMs can be mixed on a cell board in Superdome PA-8800 systems only.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

1-GB and 2 -GB DIMMs are only supported with Superdome PA 8800

)

Crossbar Backplane

Crossbar BackplaneCrossbar Backplane

Each Crossbar backplane contains two sets of two crossbar chips that provide a non blocking connection between eight cells and the other backplane. Each backplane cabinet can support up to eight resulting in a Superdome PA-8600 or Superdome PA-8700 32-way or Superdome PA-8800 64-way system. A backplane supporting four cells would result in a Superdome PA-8600 or Superdome PA-8700 16-way and a Superdome PA-8800 32-way system. Two backplanes can be linked together with flex cables to produce a cabinet that can support up to 16 cells resulting in a Superdome PA-8600 or Superdome PA-8700 64-way or Superdome PA-8800 128-way system.

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I/O Subsystem

I/O SubsystemI/O Subsystem

Each I/O chassis provides twelve I/O slots. Superdome PA-8600 and Superdome PA-8700 support I/O chassis with 12 PCI 66 capable slots, eight supported via single (1x) ropes (266 MB/s peak) and four supported via dual (2x) ropes (533 MB/s peak). Superdome PA-8800 supports I/O chassis with 12 PCI-X 133 capable slots, eight supported via single enhanced (2x) ropes (533 MB/s peak) and four supported via dual enhanced (4x) ropes (1066 MB/s peak).

Each Superdome cabinet supports a maximum of four I/O chassis. The optional I/O expansion cabinet can support three I/O chassis enclosures (ICE), each of which supports two I/O chassis for a maximum of six I/O chassis per I/O expansion cabinet.

Each I/O chassis connects to one cell board and the number of I/O chassis supported is dependent on the number of cells present in the system. A Superdome system can have more cells than I/O chassis. For instance, an 8-cell Superdome can have one to eight I/O chassis. Each partition must have at least one I/O chassis with the number of I/O chassis not exceeding the number of cells.

A 4-cell Superdome supports four I/O chassis for a maximum of 48 PCI slots.

An 8-cell Superdome supports eight I/O chassis for a maximum of 96 PCI slots. Since a single Superdome cabinet only supports four I/O chassis, an I/O expansion cabinet and two I/O chassis enclosures are required to support all eight I/O chassis.

A 16-cell Superdome supports 16 I/O chassis for a maximum of 192 PCI slots. Since two Superdome cabinets (left and right) only support eight I/O chassis, two I/O expansion cabinets and four I/O chassis enclosures are required to support all 16 I/O chassis. The four I/O chassis enclosures are spread across the two I/O expansion cabinets, either three ICE in one I/O expansion cabinet and one ICE in the other, or two ICE in each.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Core I/O

Core I/OCore I/O

Superdome's core I/O provides the base set of I/O functions required by every Superdome partition. Each partition must have at least one core I/O card in order to boot. Multiple core I/O cards may be present within a partition (one core I/O card is supported per I/O backplane); however, only one may be active at a time. Core I/O will utilize the standard long card PCI form factor but will add a second card cage connection to the I/O backplane for additional non-PCI signals (USB and utilities). This secondary connector will not impede the ability to support standard PCI cards in the core slot when a core I/O card is not installed.

Any I/O chassis can support a Core I/O card that is required for each independent partition. A system configured with 16 cells, each with its own I/O chassis and core I/O card could support up to 16 independent partitions. Note that cells can be configured without I/O chassis attached, but I/O chassis cannot be configured in the system unless attached to a cell.

The core I/O card's primary functions are:

Partitions (console support) including USB and RS-232 connections 10/100Base-T LAN (general purpose)

Other common functions, such as Ultra/Ultra2 SCSI, Fibre Channel, and Gigabit Ethernet, are not included on the core I/O card. These functions are, of course, supported as normal add in cards.

The unified 100Base-T Core LAN driver code searches to verify whether there is a cable connection on an RJ-45 port or on an AUI port. If no cable connection is found on the RJ-45 port, there is a busy wait pause of 150 ms when checking for an AUI connection. By installing the loopback connector (description below) in the RJ-45 port, the driver would think an RJ 45 cable was connected and would not continue to search for an AUI connection, hence eliminate the 150 ms busy wait state:

Product/Option Number

Product/Option NumberProduct/Option Number A7108A 0D1

Description

DescriptionDescription RJ-45 Loopback Connector Factory integration RJ-45 Loopback Connector

I/O Expansion Cabinet

I/O Expansion CabinetI/O Expansion Cabinet

The I/O expansion functionality is physically partitioned into four rack mounted chassis-the I/O expansion utilities chassis (XUC), the I/O expansion rear display module (RDM), the I/O expansion power chassis (XPC) and the I/O chassis enclosure (ICE). Each ICE supports up to two 12-slot I/O chassis.

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Factory Integration

Factory IntegrationFactory Integration

Field Racking

Field RackingField Racking

When an I/O Expansion cabinet is ordered as an upgrade to a Superdome system, it includes the factory testing and integration of any components that are ordered at the same time as the cabinet. This includes any I/O Chassis, PCI or PCIX cards and peripherals. If it is ordered as an upgrade but not at the time of the Superdome system, additional installation assistance may be required and can be ordered as field installation products.

The only field rackable I/O expansion components are the ICE and the 12-slot I/O chassis. Either component would be field installed when the customer has ordered additional I/O capability for a previously installed I/O expansion cabinet.

No I/O expansion cabinet components will be delivered to be field installed in a customer's existing rack other than a previously installed I/O expansion cabinet. The I/O expansion components were not designed to be installed in racks other than Rack System E. In other words, they are not designed for Rosebowl I, pre-merger Compaq, Rittal, or other third-party racks.

The I/O expansion cabinet is based on a modified HP Rack System E and all expansion components mount in the rack. Each component is designed to install independently in the rack. The Rack System E cabinet has been modified to allow I/O interface cables to route between the ICE and cell boards in the Superdome cabinet. I/O expansion components are not designed for installation behind a rack front door. The components are designed for use with the standard Rack System E perforated rear door.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

I/O Chassis Enclosure

I/O Chassis EnclosureI/O Chassis Enclosure (ICE)

(ICE)

(ICE)(ICE)

Cabinet Height and

Cabinet Height andCabinet Height and Configuration Limitations

Configuration Limitations

Configuration LimitationsConfiguration Limitations

Peripheral Support

Peripheral SupportPeripheral Support

Server Support

Server SupportServer Support

The I/O chassis enclosure (ICE) provides expanded I/O capability for Superdome. Each ICE supports up to 24 I/O slots by using two 12-slot Superdome I/O chassis. The I/O chassis installation in the ICE puts the I/O cards in a horizontal position. An ICE supports one or two 12-slot I/O chassis. The I/O chassis enclosure (ICE) is designed to mount in a Rack System E rack and consumes 9U of vertical rack space.

To provide online addition/replacement/deletion access to I/O cards and hot-swap access for I/O fans, all I/O chassis are mounted on a sliding shelf inside the ICE.

Four (N+1) I/O fans mounted in the rear of the ICE provide cooling for the chassis. Air is pulled through the front as well as the I/O chassis lid (on the side of the ICE) and exhausted out the rear. The I/O fan assembly is hot swappable. An LED on each I/O fan assembly indicates that the fan is operating.

Although the individual I/O expansion cabinet components are designed for installation in any Rack System E cabinet, rack size limitations have been agreed upon. IOX Cabinets will ship in either the 1.6-meter (33U) or 1.96-meter (41U) cabinet. In order to allay service access concerns, the factory will not install IOX components higher than 1.6 meters from the floor. Open space in an IOX cabinet will be available for peripheral installation.

All peripherals qualified for use with Superdome and/or for use in a Rack System E are supported in the I/O expansion cabinet as long as there is available space. Peripherals not connected to or associated with the Superdome system to which the I/O expansion cabinet is attached may be installed in the I/O expansion cabinet.

No servers except those required for Superdome system management such as Superdome Support Management Station or ISEE may be installed in an I/O expansion cabinet.

Standalone I/O Expansion

Standalone I/O ExpansionStandalone I/O Expansion Cabinet

Cabinet

CabinetCabinet

Peripherals installed in the I/O expansion cabinet cannot be powered by the XPC. Provisions for peripheral AC power must be provided by a PDU or other means.

If an I/O expansion cabinet is ordered alone, its field installation can be ordered via option 750 in the ordering guide (option 950 for Superdome Advanced Architect Program Channel partners).

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DVD Solution

DVD SolutionDVD Solution

The DVD solution for Superdome requires the following components per partition. External racks A4901A and A4902A must also be ordered with the DVD solution.

NOTE:

One DVD and one DAT is required per nPartition.

NOTE:NOTE:

Superdome DVD Solutions

Superdome DVD SolutionsSuperdome DVD Solutions

Description

DescriptionDescription PCI Ultra160 SCSI Adapter or PCI Dual Channel Ultra160 SCSI Adapter Surestore Tape Array 5300 HP DVD+RW Array Module (one per partition)

(

NOTE:

NOTE:NOTE: HP DVD+RW Array Module (Q1592A) to give customers read capabilities for loading software from CD or DVD, DVD write capabilities for small amount of data (up to 4 GB) and offline hot-swap capabilities.

HP DAT 40m Array Module HP DAT 72 Array Module (carbon) DDS-4/DAT40 (one per partition) PCI LVD/SE SCSI card

PCI LVD/SE SCSI card

PCI LVD/SE SCSI cardPCI LVD/SE SCSI card

NOTE:

A5149A supports the MSA30 SB/DB as a boot device on Superdome

NOTE:NOTE: running HP-UX 11i.

Jumper SCSI Cable for DDS-4 (optional) SCSI Cable 10m VHD/HDTS68 LVD/SE ILT M/M SCSI cable 5 meter SCSI Terminator

0.5-meter HD-HDTS68 is required if DDS-4 is used. If using DAT72, it is recommended to use an A6829A dual port SCSI with daisy chaining to connect the DVD and the DAT72 leaving the second port available to connect a SCSI data storage device.

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

HP DVD-ROM Array Module for the TA5300 (C7499B) is replaced by

)

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

Part Number

Part NumberPart Number A6828A or A6829A C7508AZ Q1592A

C7497A Q1524B C7497B A5149A

C2978B C7556A C7520A C2364A

Option Number

Option NumberOption Number 0D1

0D1

0D1 0D1

0D1

0D1 0D1

Partitions

PartitionsPartitions

Hardware Partitions

Hardware PartitionsHardware Partitions A hardware partition (nPar) consists of one or more cells that communicate coherently over a high bandwidth, low latency crossbar fabric. Individual processors on a single cell board cannot be separately partitioned. nPars are logically isolated from each other such that transactions in one nPar are not visible to other nPars within the same complex.

Each nPar runs its own independent operating system. Different nPars may be executing the same or different revisions of an operating system. On HP Integrity Superdome systems, nPars may be executing different operating systems altogether (HPUX, Windows Server 2003 or Linux). Please refer to the HP Integrity Superdome section for details on these operating systems.

Each nPar has its own independent CPUs, memory and I/O resources consisting of the resources of the cells that make up the nPar. Resources may be removed from one nPar and added to another without having to physically manipulate the hardware just by using commands that are part of the System Management interface.

Superdome HP-UX 11i supports static nPars. Static nPars imply that any nPar configuration change requires a reboot of that nPar. In a future HP-UX release, dynamic nPars will be supported. Dynamic nPars imply that the nPar configuration changes do not require a reboot of that nPar. Using the related capabilities of dynamic reconfiguration (i.e. on-line addition, on-line removal), new resources may be added to an nPar and failed modules may be removed and replaced while the nPar continues in operation.

Virtual Partitions

Virtual PartitionsVirtual Partitions A virtual partition (vPar) provides the capability of dividing a system into different HP UX operating system images. For more details on vPars, please refer to Chapter 6 of this guide.

VPars is available on HP-UX 11i and therefore can run on Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700 servers.

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High Availability

High AvailabilityHigh Availability

NOTE:

NOTE: NOTE: release. Online addition/replacement of individual CPUs and memory DIMMs will never be supported.)

Superdome high availability offering is as follows:

Online addition/replacement for cell boards is not currently supported and will be available in a future HP UX

CPU

CPUCPU of CPU errors).

Memory

MemoryMemory each ECC word. Therefore, the only way to get a multiple-bit memory error from SDRAMs is if more than one SDRAM failed at the same time (rare event). The system is also resilient to any cosmic ray or alpha particle strike because these failure modes can only affect multiple bits in a single SDRAM. If a location in memory is "bad", the physical page is de-allocated dynamically and is replaced with a new page without any OS or application interruption. In addition, a combination of hardware and software scrubbing is used for memory. The software scrubber reads/writes all memory locations periodically. However, it does not have access to "locked-down" pages. Therefore, a hardware memory scrubber is provided for full coverage. Finally data is protected by providing address/control parity protection.

I/O

I/OI/O thus preventing I/O cards from creating faults on other I/O paths. I/O cards in hardware partitions (nPars) are fully isolated from I/O cards in other hard partitions. It is not possible for an I/O failure to propagate across hard partitions. It is possible to dynamically repair and add I/O cards to an existing running partition.

Crossbar and Cabinet Infrastructure

Crossbar and Cabinet InfrastructureCrossbar and Cabinet Infrastructure

"HA Cluster-In-A-Box" Configuration

"HA Cluster-In-A-Box" Configuration"HA Cluster-In-A-Box" Configuration between hardware partitions (nPars) on a single Superdome system. All providers of mission critical solutions agree that failover between clustered systems provides the safest availability-no single points of failures (SPOFs) and no ability to propagate failures between systems. However, HP supports the configuration of HA cluster software in a single system to allow the highest possible availability for those users that need the benefits of a non-clustered solution, such as scalability and manageability. Superdome with this configuration will provide the greatest single system availability configurable. Since no single-system solution in the industry provides protection against a SPOF, users that still need this kind of safety and HP's highest availability should use HA cluster software in a multiple system HA configuration. Multiple Serviceguard or Serviceguard Extension for RAC clusters can be configured within a single Superdome system (i.e., two 4-node clusters configured within a 32-way Superdome system).

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

: The features below nearly eliminate the down time associated with CPU cache errors (which are the majority

Dynamic processor resilience w/ Instant Capacity enhancement. CPU cache ECC protection and automatic de allocation CPU bus parity protection Redundant DC conversion

: The memory subsystem design is such that a single SDRAM chip does not contribute more than 1 bit to

Memory DRAM fault tolerance (i.e., recovery of a single SDRAM failure) DIMM address/control parity protection Dynamic memory resilience (i.e., page de-allocation of bad memory pages during operation) Hardware and software memory scrubbing Redundant DC conversion Cell COD

: Partitions configured with dual path I/O can be configured to have no shared components between them,

Full single-wire error detection and correction on I/O links I/O cards fully isolated from each other Hardware for the prevention of silent corruption of data going to I/O On-line addition/replacement (OLAR) for individual I/O cards, some external peripherals, SUB/HUB Parity protected I/O paths Dual path I/O

: Recovery of a single crossbar wire failure Localization of crossbar failures to the partitions using the link Automatic de-allocation of bad crossbar link upon boot Redundant and hotswap DC converters for the crossbar backplane ASIC full burn-in and "high quality" production process Full "test to failure" and accelerated life testing on all critical assemblies Strong emphasis on quality for multiple-nPartition single points of failure (SPOFs) System resilience to Management Processor (MP) Isolation of nPartition failure Protection of nPartitions against spurious interrupts or memory corruption Hot swap redundant fans (main and I/O) and power supplies (main and backplane power bricks) Dual power source Phone-Home capability

: The "HA Cluster-In-A-Box" allows for failover of users' applications

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Configuration

Multi-system High

Multi-system HighMulti-system High Availability

Availability

AvailabilityAvailability

Geographically Dispersed

Geographically DispersedGeographically Dispersed Cluster Configurations

Cluster Configurations

Cluster ConfigurationsCluster Configurations

Any Superdome partition with PA-RISC processors that is protected by Serviceguard or Serviceguard Extension for RAC can be configured in a cluster with:

Another Superdome with PA-RISC processors One or more standalone non Superdome systems with PA-RISC processors Another partition within the same single cabinet Superdome (refer to "HA Cluster-in-a-Box" above for specific requirements)

Separate partitions within the same Superdome system can be configured as part of different Serviceguard clusters.

Please note that when you add nodes or initially create a cluster, all nodes must be at the same version of the operating system and Serviceguard. This means that you may have to load an operating system update for hardware enablement of the newer hardware, even on older systems. Please refer to the "Compatibility and Feature Matrix" at

http://docs.hp.com/hpux/onlinedocs/4076/SG%20SGeRAC%20EMS%20Support%20Matrix_10 3 03.htm

The following Geographically Dispersed Cluster solutions fully support cluster configurations using Superdome systems. The existing configuration requirements for non-Superdome systems also apply to configurations that include Superdome systems. An additional recommendation, when possible, is to configure the nodes of cluster in each datacenter within multiple cabinets to allow for local failover in the case of a single cabinet failure. Local failover is always preferred over a remote failover to the other datacenter. The importance of this recommendation increases as the geographic distance between datacenters increases.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Extended Campus Clusters (using Serviceguard with Mirrordisk/UX) MetroCluster with Continuous Access XP MetroCluster with EMC SRDF ContinentalClusters

From an HA perspective, it is always better to have the nodes of an HA cluster spread across as many system cabinets (Superdome and non Superdome systems) as possible. This approach maximizes redundancy to further reduce the chance of a failure causing down time.

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Supportability and management features on HP 9000 Superdome are covered in the next section.

Service Processor (MP)

Service Processor (MP)Service Processor (MP)

The service processor (MP) utility hardware is an independent support system for nPartition servers. It provides a way for you to connect to a server complex and perform administration or monitoring tasks for the server hardware and its nPartitions. The main features of the service processor include the Command menu, nPartition consoles, console logs, chassis code viewers, and partition Virtual Front Panels (live displays of nPartition and cell states).

Access to the MP is restricted by user accounts. Each user account is password protected and provides a specific level of access to the Superdome complex and service processor commands. Multiple users can independently interact with the service processor because each service processor login session is private. Up to 16 users can simultaneously log in to the service processor through its network (customer LAN) interface and they can independently manage nPartitions or view the server complex hardware states. Two additional service processor login sessions can be supported by the local and remote serial ports. These allow for serial port terminal access(through the local RS-232 port) and external modem access (through the remote RS-232 port).

In general, the service processor (MP) on Superdome servers is similar to the service processor on other HP servers, while providing enhanced features necessary for managing a multiple-nPartition server. For example, the service processor manages the complex profile, which defines nPartition configurations as well as complex-wide settings for the server. The service processor also controls power, reset, and TOC capabilities, displays and records system events (chassis codes), and can display detailed information about the various internal subsystems.

Functional capabilities:

Functional capabilities:Functional capabilities:

The primary features available through the service processor are:

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

The Service Processor Command Menu

The Service Processor Command MenuThe Service Processor Command Menu service, status, access configuration, and manufacturing tasks. Partition Consoles

Partition Consoles

Partition ConsolesPartition Consoles Each nPartition's console provides access to Boot Console Handler (BCH) interface and the HP-UX console for the nPartition. Console Logs

Console Logs

Console LogsConsole Logs the nPartition console's output, including boot output, BCH activity, and any HPUX console login activity. Chassis Logs Viewers

Chassis Logs Viewers

Chassis Logs ViewersChassis Logs Viewers code log views are available: activity logs, error logs, and live chassis code logs. Virtual Front Panels:

Virtual Front Panels:

Virtual Front Panels: Virtual Front Panels: time status of the nPartition boot status and activity, and details about all cells assigned to the nPartition. The VFP display automatically updates as cell and nPartition status changes.

: Each nPartition in a server complex has its own console.

: Each nPartition has its own console log, which has a history of

(Live and Recorded Chassis Codes): Three types of chassis

Each nPartition's Virtual Front Panel (VFP) displays real-

: provides commands for system

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Support Management

Support ManagementSupport Management Station

Station

(SMS)

StationStation

The Support Management Station (SMS) runs the Superdome scan tools that enhance the diagnosis and testability of Superdome. The SMS and associated tools also provide for faster and easier upgrades and hardware replacement.

The purpose of the SMS is to provide Customer Engineers with an industry-leading set of support tools, and thereby enable faster troubleshooting and more precise problem root-cause analysis. It also enables remote support by factory experts who consult with and back up the HP Customer Engineer. The SMS complements the proactive role of HP's Instant Support Enterprise Edition (ISEE) that is offered to Mission Critical customers by focusing on reactive diagnosis for both missioncritical and non-mission-critical Superdome customers.

The user of the SMS is the HP Customer Engineer and HP Factory Support Engineer. The Superdome customer benefits from their use of the SMS by receiving faster return to normal operation of their Superdome server and improved accuracy of fault diagnosis, resulting in fewer callbacks. HP can offer better service through reduced installation time.

Functional Capabilities

Functional CapabilitiesFunctional Capabilities The SMS basic functional capabilities are:

Remote access via customer LAN Modem access (PA-8800 SMS only) Ability to be disconnected from the Superdome platform(s) and not disrupt their operation. Ability to connect a new Superdome platform to the SMS and be recognized by scan software. Support for up to sixteen Superdome systems Ability to support multiple, heterogeneous Superdome platforms (scan software capability). System scan and diagnostics Utility firmware updates Enhanced IPMI logging capabilities (Windows-based ProLiant SMS only)

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Console Access

Console AccessConsole Access

The optimal configuration of console device(s) depends on a number of factors, including the customer's data center layout, console security needs, customer engineer access needs, and the degree with which an operator must interact with server or peripheral hardware and a partition (i.e. changing disks, tapes). This section provides a few guidelines. However the configuration that makes best sense should be designed as part of site preparation, after consulting with the customer's system administration staff and the field engineering staff.

Customer data centers exhibit a wide range of configurations in terms of the preferred physical location of the console device. (The term "console device" refers to the physical screen/keyboard/mouse that administrators and field engineers use to access and control the server.) The Superdome server enables many different configurations by its flexible configuration of access to the MP, and by its support for multiple geographically distributed console devices.

Three common data center styles are:

The secure site where both the system and its console are physically secured in a small area. The "glass room" configuration where all the systems' consoles are clustered in a location physically near the machine room. The geographically dispersed site, where operators administer systems from consoles in remote offices.

These can each drive different solutions to the console access requirement.

The considerations listed below apply to the design of provision of console access to the server. These must be considered during site preparation.

The Superdome server can be operated from a VT100 or an hpterm compatible terminal emulator. However some programs (including some of those used by field engineers) have a friendlier user interface when operated from an hpterm. LAN console device users connect to the MP (and thence to the console) using terminal emulators that establish telnet connections to the MP. The console device(s) can be anywhere on the network connected to either port of the MP. Telnet data is sent between the client console device and the MP "in the clear", i.e. unencrypted. This may be a concern for some customers, and may dictate special LAN configurations. If an HP UX workstation is used as a console device, an hpterm window running telnet is the recommended way to connect to the MP. If a PC is used as a console device, Reflection1 configured for hpterm emulation and telnet connection is the recommended way to connect to the MP. The MP currently supports a maximum of 16 telnet connected users at any one time.

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It is desirable, and sometimes essential for rapid time to repair to provide a reliable way to get console access that is physically close to the server, so that someone working on the server hardware can get immediate access to the results of their actions. There are a few options to achieve this: Place a console device close to the server. Ask the field engineer to carry in a laptop, or to walk to the operations center. Use a system that is already in close proximity of the server such as the Instant Support Enterprise Edition (ISEE) or the System Management Station as a console device close to the system. The system administrator is likely to want to run X applications or a browser using the same client that they access the MP and partition consoles with. This is because the partition configuration tool, parmgr, has a graphical interface. The system administrator's console device(s) should have X window or browser capability, and should be connected to the system LAN of one or more partitions.

Support

SupportSupport

The following matrix describes the supported SMS and recommended console devices for all Superdomes.

SMS and Console Support Matrix

SMS and Console Support MatrixSMS and Console Support Matrix

PA 8700

PA 8700PA 8700 PA 8700

PA 8700

PA 8700PA 8700 PA 8700 upgraded to Integrity or

PA 8700 upgraded to Integrity or

PA 8700 upgraded to Integrity orPA 8700 upgraded to Integrity or PA 8800

PA 8800

PA 8800PA 8800

Integrity or PA 8800

Integrity or PA 8800Integrity or PA 8800

A legacy UNIX SMS could be an A400, A500, rp2430 or rp2470 bundle, depending on when it was ordered

In order for a legacy SMS to be upgraded to support Integrity or PA8800, it must be running HP-UX 11.0 or later, as

sx1000 scan tools are not supported on HP-UX 10.20.

rx2600 SMS bundles ordered and installed prior to October 2004 will require a software upgrade in order to support an sx1000-based Superdome. As of October 2004, all rx2600 SMS bundles support PA8800 and Integrity Superdomes without this upgrade.

(pre March 1, 2004) (post March 1, 2004)

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

SMS

SMSSMS Legacy UNIX SMS 1 UNIX rx2600 bundle Legacy UNIX SMS with software

upgrade2 UNIX rx2600 bundle3 Windows SMS/Console (ProLiant ML350) Windows SMS/Console (ProLiant ML350) UNIX SMS/Console (rx2600)

Console

ConsoleConsole PC/workstation TFT5600 + Ethernet switch PC/workstation

TFT5600 + Ethernet switch

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HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

PA 8700

PA 8700PA 8700

Hardware Requirement

Hardware RequirementHardware Requirement

Customers ordering an SMS for the first time for a new PA 8700 Superdome should order the rx2600 SMS. The rx2600 SMS can also be used to manage PA8800 and Integrity Superdomes.

Customers using the earlier-released A180 SMS must replace it with the rx2600 if they expect to use it with new Superdome or Integrity servers. Customers may use an existing rp2470 or A500 SMS to manage any new PA 8700 Superdome.

One rx2600 SMS can support up to 16 Superdomes using a switch. Please note, however, that certain datacenters are so large that the networking structure will not permit the sharing of one SMS for the entire datacenter. The SMS is connected to each PA 8700 Superdome system on a private LAN. It is beneficial to have the SMS in close physical proximity to the Superdome(s) because the Customer Engineer (CE) requires SMS access to service the Superdome hardware. The physical connection from the Superdome is a private Ethernet connection and thus, the absolute maximum distance is determined by the Ethernet specification.

The UNIX rx2600 SMS bundle is comprised of:

HP rx2600 1.0G 1.5MB CPU server Solution Factory rack kit for rx2600 1GB DDR memory 36GB 15K HotPlug Ultra320 HDD HP-UX 11iv2 Foundation OE 1 x HP Tape Array 5300 with DVD-ROM and DAT 40 HP ProCurve Switch 2124 CAT 5e Cables

By default, the rx2600 SMS does not come with a display monitor or keyboard unless explicitly ordered to enable console access (the TFT5600 rackmounted display/mouse/keyboard is the recommended solution). See the ordering guide for details on the additional components that are required in order to use the rx2600 SMS as a console.

Software Requirements

Software RequirementsSoftware Requirements

SMS Connectivity

SMS ConnectivitySMS Connectivity

All SMS software is preloaded in the factory and delivered to the customer as a complete solution. The rx2600 SMS supports only HP UX 11i at this time. Current versions of the SMS software have not been qualified for 64 bit Windows. To ensure only optimal diagnostic solutions are used, an integrated Windows/Linux SMS/Console is not available for PA 8700 Superdomes. All SMS software is preloaded in the factory and delivered to the customer as a complete solution.

PA-8700 Superdome requires scan traffic to be isolated from console traffic, therefore two distinct networks are required for the SMS and/or console. The rx2600 SMS has two LAN connections on the integrated multifunction I/O that can support and connect to two LAN interfaces on the Superdome MP: the Private LAN and the Customer LAN. These two LAN connections allow SMS and console operations to be performed remotely.

The 10/100Base TX port on the rx2600 is required, and is connected to the Private LAN on the Superdome MP. This connection is solely used for the various diagnostics supported by the SMS. The 10/100/1000Base TX port on the rx2600 can optionally be connected to the Superdome MP's Customer LAN for console access to the MP (and the Superdome partitions) from the existing management network. More details on console use of the rx2600 is provided later in this chapter.

For use as an SMS only, the rx2600's 10/100Base-TX port is connected to the Private LAN port on the Superdome MP. This can be done with a direct-connect crossover cable, or by using an Ethernet switch. HP recommends the switched connect configuration for the rx2600 SMS in order for the SMS to be shared with other Superdomes, and remotely accessed.

The SMS can be accessed remotely from the Management LAN, or directly via RS 232 on an as needed basis. If the customer chooses to access the SMS from the Customer Management LAN, the SMS traffic is on a distinct and private network. Console traffic goes to Customer LAN port on MP. This diagram assumes that the Customer provides the console infrastructure. Note as well that the UNIX rx2600 SMS is supported for use on all current models of Superdome.

Providing the Ethernet switch is configured with the UNIX rx2600 SMS, additional Superdomes can be easily added into the existing infrastructure with minimal disruption and downtime. Each additional Superdome MP's Private LAN port should be connected to the Ethernet switch. Note this will share SMS scan functionality only, not console access.

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Console ConnectivityConsole Connectivity

PA8700 Superdomes require scan and console to be on separate networks.

Existing PA-8700 Superdome customers may have a Legacy UNIX SMS (e.g. A500 or rp2470) that required a separate console device. Typically a Unix workstation or PC was configured in these environments. These customers may continue to use their existing console device to access any new PA 8700 Superdomes.

A Superdome console must meet the following requirements:

HP Workstation running HP UX 11.0 or 11i v1 PC running Windows NT, XP, 2000 C1099A terminal server (limited functionality due to text mode only operation) 10Base T Ethernet connection or an RS 232 port or both. X windows emulator for console access on the PC (i.e., Reflection for HP with NS/VT).

For new environments, the UNIX rx2600 SMS can also be used as a console for a PA8700 Superdome by creating a distinct network for the console traffic and including a display and keyboard. Separate networks can be created via two Ethernet hubs or one Ethernet switch. The Customer LAN port on the Superdome MP is then connected through the console hub/switch to the 10/100/1000Base TX port on the integrated I/O of the rx2600.

In order to use the UNIX rx2600 SMS as a console for PA8700 Superdome, the following components must be ordered:

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

PA 8800

PA 8800PA 8800

Hardware Requirements

Hardware RequirementsHardware Requirements

TFT5600 retractable keyboard/display/mouse

CAT5e cables to create new console network Additional PA 8700 Superdomes must have the Private LAN port connected into the scan network and the Customer LAN port connected into the Console Access network. For graphical access to partitions, the nPar Core I/O cards can be connected into the Console Access switch as well.

The UNIX rx2600 can also be used as an SMS for PA8800 Superdomes. The same hardware requirements as detailed in the previous section for the PA8700 SMS apply.

The Windows ProLiant ML350 SMS/Console solution is supported on sx1000-based (i.e. PA-8800 and Integrity) Superdomes only. It is not supported on PA-8700 Superdomes.

The Windows ProLiant SMS:

Allows local access to SMS by CE.

Provides integrated console access, providing hpterm emulation over telnet and web browser, connecting over LAN

or serial to a Superdome system

Provides remote access over a LAN or dialup connection:

ftp server with capability to ftp the firmware files and logs

dialup modem access support (i.e., PC Anywhere or VNC)

Provides seamless integration with data center level management.

Provides partition logon capability, providing hpterm emulation over telnet, X windows, and Windows Terminal

Services capabilities.

Provides following diagnostics tools:

Runs HP's proven highly effective JTAG scan diagnostic tools, which offer rapid fault resolution to the failing wire.

Console log storage and viewing

Event log storage and viewing

Partition and memory adviser flash applications

Supports updating platform and system firmware.

Always on event and console logging for Superdome systems, which captures and stores very long event and console

histories, and allows HP specialists to analyze the first occurrence of a problem.

Allows more than one LAN connected response center engineer to look at SMS logs simultaneously.

Can be disconnected from the Superdome systems and not disrupt their operation.

Provides ability to connect a new Superdome system to the SMS and be recognized by scan software.

Scans one Superdome system while other Superdome systems are connected (and not disrupt the operational

systems).

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Supports multiple, heterogeneous Superdome platforms.

The Windows ProLiant SMS/Console is comprised of a ProLiant ML350 G3/G4 and a TFT5600 retractable display monitor/keyboard/mouse to enable console access. This solution also requires (and includes) a switch. This is because scan diagnostics will not work properly if more than one IP address exists on the ProLiant SMS/Console. An important difference between the UNIX rx2600 SMS and the Windows ProLiant SMS/Console is that the ProLiant SMS, by default, provides console functionality whereas the UNIX rx2600 SMS does not. The TFT5600 retractable display/keyboard which is an optional add-on for the UNIX-based rx2600 SMS, is included by default with the Windows ProLiant SMS.

Additionally, the Windows ProLiant SMS/Console includes an internal modem that is intended for connection to a phone line. This is for cases in which the Customer does not want the SMS to be on a public network, and HP Field Services needs to access the SMS (they would then access the SMS via the phone line and PCAnywhere.)

A customer may not substitute any PC running Windows Server 2000 SP4 for the ProLiant SMS/Console due to the specialized software applications that have been qualified on the hardware and OS. Utilizing any other device as the SMS will void the warranty on the Superdome system and degrade the ability to service the system.

The Windows ProLiant SMS bundle is comprised of:

1 x HP ProLiant server ML350 G3/G4

1 x Intel Xeon ™ DP 3.06 GHz CPU

2 x 256MB

36GB 10K U320 HDD

1 x internal DVD

1 x internal V.90 56K modem with phone cord

Windows 2000 Server SP4

2 x 25' CAT5e cables

1 x 4' CAT5e cable

Ethernet switch and jumper cord

Retractable display/keyboard/mouse

Third-party applications

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Software Requirements

Software RequirementsSoftware Requirements

All SMS software is preloaded in the factory and delivered to the customer as a complete solution.

The UNIX rx2600 SMS supports only HP UX 11i at this time. Current versions of the SMS software have not been qualified for 64 bit Windows.

The Windows ProLiant SMS/Console will run Windows 2000 SP4 as the default operating system. The ProLiant SMS/Console will follow the Windows OS roadmap and support later versions of this operating system as needed. The version of the scan tools used on the sx1000 Superdomes also does not require scan traffic to be isolated from console traffic.

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SMS/Console Connectivity

SMS/Console ConnectivitySMS/Console Connectivity

One SMS can support up to 16 Superdomes using a switch (the Windows ProLiant SMS can support Integrity Superdomes only, and the UNIX rx2600 SMS can support both Integrity and HP 9000 Superdomes). Please note, however, that certain datacenters are so large that the networking structure will not permit the sharing of one SMS for the entire datacenter. It is beneficial to have the SMS in close physical proximity to the Superdome(s) because the Customer Engineer (CE) requires SMS access to service the Superdome hardware. The physical connection from the Superdome is a private Ethernet connection and thus, the absolute maximum distance is determined by the Ethernet specification.

Console capabilities are integrated with the Windows ProLiant SMS solution. The ProLiant SMS includes the necessary display, keyboard and mouse, and only one LAN port on the MP is required to be connected. The Windows ProLiant SMS can support and connect to either of the MP LAN interfaces (known as the Private and Customer LAN ports). Both LAN ports on the MP have identical functionality so there is no preference in using one over the other. Only one IP port on the Superdome MP is required to be connected to the ProLiant SMS. Since scan and console traffic can co-exist on the same network, only one IP address exists (and is supported) on the ProLiant SMS.

The PA-8800 (i.e. Integrity) Superdome scan tools use TCP/IP, not UDP, for scan diagnostics. Therefore it is not necessary to isolate scan and console traffic on PA-8800 Superdomes.

The Core I/O cards from each nPar can optionally be connected to the Ethernet switch in order to facilitate graphical console functionality (i.e., parmgr). However, security concerns may dictate that a partition NIC not be connected to the management LAN. Alternatives are to access from a management station to a partition LAN through a secure router, or to use text mode access to commands via the console.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Additional PA-8800 Superdomes can be added to this configuration. Each new PA-8800 Superdome will require only one CAT5e LAN cable for connection of the Customer/Private LAN port on the Superdome MP to the existing switch.

Customers using the UNIX rx2600 SMS solution for PA-8800 Superdome can also use the rx2600 as a console device. In order to use the UNIX-based rx2600 SMS as a console for PA8800 Superdome, the only component that must be ordered is the TFT5600 retractable keyboard/display/mouse. See the ordering guide for more details.

Additional PA-8800 Superdomes require only a CAT5e LAN cable for connection of the Private/Customer LAN port to the existing switch. PA-8700 Superdomes can also be added to this configuration, but require separate scan & console networks. Details on mixed Superdome environments follow later in this section.

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HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

QuickSpecs

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Management Features

Mixed Superdome Environments

Mixed Superdome EnvironmentsMixed Superdome Environments

Some important rules regarding SMS/Console support in mixed Superdome environments:

1. PA-8700 Superdomes require scan and console traffic to be isolated on separate networks

2. PA-8800 Superdomes do not require scan and console traffic to be isolated on separate networks

3. The Windows ProLiant SMS cannot be used to manage PA-8700 Superdomes

4. The UNIX rx2600 SMS can be used to manage all current models of Superdome

5. A legacy UNIX SMS can manage PA-8800 Superdomes as long as it undergoes a software upgrade and is running HP-UX 11.0

Upgrading a PA-8700

Upgrading a PA-8700Upgrading a PA-8700 Superdome to PA-8800

Superdome to PA-8800

Superdome to PA-8800Superdome to PA-8800

Adding a PA-8800

Adding a PA-8800Adding a PA-8800 Superdome to a PA-8700

Superdome to a PA-8700

Superdome to a PA-8700Superdome to a PA-8700 Environment

Environment

EnvironmentEnvironment

Once a PA-8700 Superdome has been upgraded to PA-8800, a software upgrade must be performed on the SMS in order to have the correct scan tools for the sx1000 chipset. Alternatively, a new Windows ProLiant SMS or a UNIX rx2600 SMS can be ordered.

After performing the software upgrade, scan and console traffic from the SMS to the newly upgraded Superdome can coexist on the same network. Note that if there are other PA-8700 Superdomes still connected to the SMS, those Superdomes will still require the two separate networks (see Adding a PA-8800 Superdome to a PA-8700 Environment, below).

When adding a PA-8800 Superdome to a PA-8700 environment, the Customer can choose to purchase a new SMS/Console (either the Windows or UNIX version) to manage the new PA-8800 Superdome, and continue to use their existing legacy SMS to manage the PA-8700 Superdomes.

A simpler solution is to upgrade the software on the legacy UNIX SMS so that it may manage the new PA-8800 Superdome. The upgraded UNIX SMS is able to determine which Superdomes are PA-8700 and which are PA-8800, and will separate scan traffic from console traffic on the PA-8700 Superdomes.

To support this, the separate scan and console networks should be maintained for all PA-8700 Superdomes. The new PA8800 Superdome requires only one connection to the SMS from its Private/Customer LAN port on the MP.

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HP-UX

HP-UXHP-UX

HP-UX Systems Insight Manager

HP-UX Systems Insight ManagerHP-UX Systems Insight Manager command line interfaces. HP Systems Insight Manager delivers multi system access to all key system administration tools for fault monitoring, configuration, and workload management. HP Systems Insight Manager will replace HP Servicecontrol Manager. It is available for download from the web now and will be included in the system soon. Manager

Manager

ManagerManager

integrates with many other HP-UX-specific system management tools, including the following:

Ignite-UX

Ignite-UXIgnite-UX

many servers. It provides the means for creating and reusing standard system configurations, enables replication of

systems, permits post installation customizations, and is capable of both interactive and unattended operating

modes.

Software Distributor (SD)

Software Distributor (SD)Software Distributor (SD)

systems and layered software applications. Delivered as part of HP-UX, SD can help you manage your HP-UX

operating system, patches, and application software.

System Administration Manager (SAM)

System Administration Manager (SAM)System Administration Manager (SAM)

and security, and handle disk and file system management and peripheral device management. Service Insight

Manager enables these tasks to be distributed to multiple systems and delegated using role based security.

HP-UX Kernel Configuration

HP-UX Kernel ConfigurationHP-UX Kernel Configuration

allows users to tune both dynamic and static kernel parameters quickly and easily from a Web-based GUI to

optimize system performance. This tool also sets kernel parameter alarms that notify you when system usage levels

exceed thresholds.

Partition Manager

Partition ManagerPartition Manager

created, the systems running on those partitions can be managed consistently with all the other tools integrated into

Service Insight Manager. Key features include:

Security Patch Check

Security Patch CheckSecurity Patch Check

security vulnerabilities and warns administrators about recalled patches still present on the system.

System Inventory Manager

System Inventory ManagerSystem Inventory Manager

manage inventory and configuration information for HP-UX based servers. It provides an easy-to-use, Web based

interface, superior performance, and comprehensive reporting capabilities

Event Monitoring Service

Event Monitoring ServiceEvent Monitoring Service

throughout the cluster, and notifies the administrator of potential hardware or software problems before they occur.

HP Service Insight Manager can launch the EMS interface and configure EMS monitors for any node or node group

that belongs to the cluster, resulting in increased reliability and reduced downtime.

Process Resource Manager

Process Resource ManagerProcess Resource Manager

manage the allocation of CPU, memory resources, and disk bandwidth. It allows administrators to run multiple

mission critical applications on a single system, improve response time for critical users and applications, allocate

resources on shared servers based on departmental budget contributions, provide applications with total resource

isolation, and dynamically change configuration at any time-even under load. (fee based)

HP-UX Workload Manager

HP-UX Workload ManagerHP-UX Workload Manager

Manager provides automatic CPU resource allocation and application performance management based on

prioritized service level objectives (SLOs). In addition, WLM allows administrators to set real memory and disk

bandwidth entitlements (guaranteed minimums) to fixed levels in the configuration. The use of workload groups

and SLOs improves response time for critical users, allows system consolidation, and helps manage user

expectations for performance. (Fee based)

HP's Management Processor

HP's Management ProcessorHP's Management Processor

the unlikely event that none of the nPartitions are booted, the Management Processor can be accessed to power

cycle the server, view event logs and status logs, enable console redirection, and more. The Management Processor

is embedded into the server and does not take a PCI slot. And, because secure access to the Management Processor

is available through SSL encryption, customers can be confident that its powerful capabilities will be available only

to authorized administrators.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

is an easy-to-use multi-system management solution with web-enabled and

Service Insight

Service InsightService Insight

-Ignite-UX addresses the need for HP-UX system administrators to perform fast deployment for one or

is the HP-UX administration tool set used to deliver and maintain HP-UX operating

is used to manage accounts for users and groups, perform auditing

-for self-optimizing kernel changes. The new HP-UX Kernel Configuration tool

creates and manages nPartitions-hard partitions for high-end servers. Once the partitions are

Easy to use, familiar graphical user interface. Runs locally on a partition, or remotely. The Partition Manager application can be run remotely on any system running HP-UX 11i remotely manage a complex either by 1) communicating with a booted OS on an nPartition in the target complex via WBEM, or 2) communicating with the service processor in the target complex via IPMI over LAN. The latter is especially significant because a complex can be managed with NONE of the nPartitions booted. Full support for creating, modifying, and deleting hardware partitions. Automatic detection of configuration and hardware problems. Ability to view and print hardware inventory and status. Big picture views that allow system administrators to graphically view the resources in a server and the partitions that the resources are assigned to. Complete interface for the addition and replacement of PCI devices. Comprehensive online help system.

determines how current a systems security patches are, recommends patches for continuing

is for change and asset management. It allows you to easily collect, store and

(EMS) keeps the administrator of multiple systems aware of system operation

(PRM) controls the resources that processes use during peak system load. PRM can

(WLM) A key differentiator in the HP-UX family of management tools, Workload

enables remote server management over the Web regardless of the system state. In

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OpenView Operations Agent

OpenView Operations AgentOpenView Operations Agent

OpenView Performance Agent

OpenView Performance AgentOpenView Performance Agent

OpenView GlancePlus

OpenView GlancePlusOpenView GlancePlus

problems (fee-based)

OpenView Data Protector (Omniback II)-

OpenView Data Protector (Omniback II)-OpenView Data Protector (Omniback II)-

In addition, the Network Node Manager (NNM) management station automatically discovers, draws (maps), and monitors networks and the systems connected to them.

All other OpenView management tools, such as OpenView Operations, Service Desk, and Service Reporter, will be able to collect and process information from the agents running on the server.

General Site Preparation Rules

General Site Preparation RulesGeneral Site Preparation Rules

AC Power Requirements

AC Power RequirementsAC Power Requirements

Input Power Options

Input Power OptionsInput Power Options

PDCA Product

PDCA ProductPDCA Product Number

Number

NumberNumber

A5800A Option 006

A5800A Option 007

a. A dedicated branch is required for each PDCA installed. b. In the U.S.A, site power is 60 Amps; in Europe site power is 63 Amps. c. Refer to d. In the U.S.A. site power is 30 Amps; in Europe site power is 32 Amps.

Option 006 and 007 Specifics Table

Option 006 and 007 Specifics TableOption 006 and 007 Specifics Table

The modular, N+1 power shelf assembly is called the Front End Power Subsystem (FEPS). The redundancy of the FEPS is achieved with 6 internal Bulk Power Supplies (BPS), any five of which can support the load and performance requirements.

Source Type

Source TypeSource Type

3-phase

Source Voltage

Source VoltageSource Voltage

Voltage range 200-240 VAC, phase-to-phase, 50/60 Hz

Voltage range 200-240 VAC, phase-to-neutral, 50/60 Hz

(nominal)

below for detailed specifics related to this option.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

-collects and correlates OS and application events (fee-based)

-determines OS and application performance trends (fee-based)

-shows real time OS and application availability and performance data to diagnose

backs up and recovers data (fee-based)

PDCA

PDCAPDCA Required

Required

RequiredRequired

4-wire

5-wire

Input Current Per

Input Current PerInput Current Per Phase (200-240

Phase (200-240

Phase (200-240Phase (200-240 VAC

VAC

VACVAC 44 A Maximum per

phase

24 A Maximum per phase

Power Required

Power RequiredPower Required

2.5 meter UL power cord and OL approved plug provided. The customer must provide the mating in line connector or purchase quantity one A6440A opt 401 to receive a mating in line connector. An electrician must hardwire the in line connector to 60 A/63 A site power.

2.5 meter <HAR> power cord and VDE approved plug provided. The customer must provide the mating in line connector or purchase quantity 1 A6440A opt 501 to receive a mating in line connector. An electrician must hardwire the in line connector to 30 A/32 A site power.

a,b,c

a,b,d

Console Device

Console DeviceConsole Device

PA-800 Superdome integrates console functionality into the Support Management Station. Note that this SMS/Console is also used on Integrity Superdome.

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Console Considerations

Console ConsiderationsConsole Considerations

The optimal configuration of console device(s) depends on a number of factors, including the customer's data center layout, console security needs, customer engineer access needs, and the degree with which an operator must interact with server or peripheral hardware and a partition (i.e., changing disks, tapes). This section provides a few guidelines. However the configuration that makes best sense should be designed as part of site preparation, after consulting with the customer's system administration staff and the field engineering staff.

Three common data center styles are:

The secure site where both the system and its console are physically secured in a small area.

The "glass room" configuration where all the systems' consoles are clustered in a location physically near the

machine room.

The geographically dispersed site, where operators administer systems from consoles in remote offices.

These can each drive different solutions to the console access requirement. The considerations listed below apply to the design of provision of console access to the server. These must be considered during site preparation.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

The Superdome server can be operated from a VT100 or an hpterm compatible terminal emulator. However some

programs (including some of those used by field engineers) have a more friendly user interface when operated from

an hpterm.

LAN console device users connect to the MP (and thence to the console) using terminal emulators that establish

telnet connections to the MP. The console device(s) can be anywhere on the network connected to either port of the

MP.

Telnet data is sent between the client console device and the MP "in the clear", i.e. unencrypted. This may be a

concern for some customers, and may dictate special LAN configurations.

If an HP-UX workstation is used as a console device, an hpterm window running telnet is the recommended way to

connect to the MP. If a PC is used as a console device, Reflection1 configured for hpterm emulation and telnet

connection is the recommended way to connect to the MP.

The MP currently supports a maximum of 16 telnet-connected users at any one time.

It is desirable, and sometimes essential, for rapid time-to-repair to provide a reliable way to get console access that

is physically close to the server, so that someone working on the server hardware can get immediate access to the

results of their actions. There are a few options to achieve this:

Place a console device close to the server. Ask the field engineer to carry in a laptop, or to walk to the operations center. Use a system that is already in close proximity of the server such as the Instant Support Enterprise Edition

(ISEE) or the System Management Station as a console device close to the system. The system administrator is likely to want to run X-applications or a browser using the same client that they access the MP and partition consoles with. This is because the partition configuration tool, interface. The system administrator's console device(s) should have X-window or browser capability, and should be connected to the system LAN of one or more partitions.

Functional Capabilities

Functional CapabilitiesFunctional Capabilities

Local console physical connection (RS-232) Display of system status on the console (front panel display messages) Console mirroring between LAN and RS-232 ports System hard and soft (TOC or INIT) reset capability from the console Password secured access to the console functionality Support of generic terminals (i.e. VT100 compatible). Power supply control and monitoring from the console. It will be possible to get power supply status and to switch power on/off from the console. Console over the LAN. This means that a PC or HP workstation can become the system console if properly connected on the customer LAN. This feature becomes especially important because of the remote power management capability. The LAN will be implemented on a separate port, distinct from the system LAN, and provide TCP/IP and Telnet access.

parmgr

, has a graphical

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Pre-existing SMS

Pre-existing SMSPre-existing SMS Customers

Customers

CustomersCustomers

Some customers may have an existing rp2470 or A500 SMS that required a separate console device. Typically a Unix workstation or PC was configured in these environments. These customers may continue to use their existing SMS (with the appropriate software upgrade) along with their existing console device to access the new PA-8800 Superdome. A Superdome console must meet the following requirements:

HP Workstation running HP-UX 11.0 or 11i v1 PC running Windows NT, XP, 2000 C1099A terminal server (limited functionality due to text mode only operation) 10Base-T Ethernet connection or an RS-232 port or both. X windows emulator for console access on the PC (i.e., Reflection for HP with NS/VT).

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Option 006 and 007 Specifics

Option 006 and 007 SpecificsOption 006 and 007 Specifics

PDCA Product Number

PDCA Product NumberPDCA Product Number A5800A Option 006

A5800A Option 007

a. In-line connector is available from HP by purchasing A6440A, Option 401. b. Panel-mount receptacles must be purchased by the customer from a local Mennekes supplier. c. In-line connector is available from HP by purchasing A6440A, Option 501.

NOTE:

NOTE: NOTE:

Input Requirements

Input RequirementsInput Requirements Reference the Site Preparation Guide for detailed power configuration requirements.

Requirements

RequirementsRequirements Nominal Input Voltage (VAC rms) Input Voltage Range (VAC rms) Frequency Range (Hz) Number of Phases

Maximum Input Current (A rms), 3-Phase 5-wire

Maximum Input Current (A rms), 3-Phase 4-wire

Maximum Inrush Current (A peak) Circuit Breaker Rating (A), 3-Phase 5-wire Circuit Breaker Rating (A), 3-Phase 4-wire Power Factor Correction Ground Leakage Current (mA)

A qualified electrician must wire the PDCA in-line connector to site power using copper wire and in compliance with all local codes.

Attached Power Cord

Attached Power CordAttached Power Cord OLFLEX 190 (PN 600804),

four conductor, 6-AWG (16mm2), 600-Volt, 60-Amp, 90degree C, UL, and CSA approved, conforms to CE directives GN/YW ground wire.

Five conductors, 10-AWG (6mm2), 450/475-Volt, 32Amp, <HAR> European wire cordage, GN/YW ground wire.

Value

ValueValue 200/208/220/230/240 200-240 50/60 3

90 25 A 45 A

0.95 minimum >3.5 mA, with 6 BPSs installed

Attached Plug

Attached PlugAttached Plug Mennekes ME 460P9 3-phase,

4-wire, 60-Amp, 250-Volt, UL approved. Color blue, IEC 309-1, IEC 309-1, grounded at 3:00

Mennekes ME 532P6-14 3phase, 5-wire, 32-Amp, 450/475-volt, VDE certified, color red, IEC 309-1, IEC 309- 2, grounded at 6:00.

Customer-Provided Part

Customer-Provided PartCustomer-Provided Part In-Line Connector

In-Line Connector

In-Line ConnectorIn-Line Connector Mennekes ME 460C9 3-

phase, 4-wire, 60-amp, 250Volt, UL approved. Color blue, IEC 309-1, IEC 309-1, grounded at 9:00.

Mennekes ME 532C6-16 3phase, 5-wire, 32-Amp, 450/475-Volt, VDE certified, color red, IEC 309-1, IEC 309-2, grounded at 6:00.

Conditions/Comments

Conditions/CommentsConditions/Comments

Auto selecting. Measure at input terminals.

3-phase 5-wire with power cord; 3-phase 4-wire with power cord

3-phase source with a source voltage of 220 VAC measured phase to neutral

3-phase source with a source voltage of either 208 VAC or 230 VAC measured phase-to-phase

Per phase Per phase

Warning label applied to the PDCA at the AC Mains input

Panel-Mount Receptacle

Panel-Mount ReceptaclePanel-Mount Receptacle Mennekes ME 460R9 3-phase,

4-wire, 60-amp, 250-Volt, UL approved. Color blue, IEC 309-1, IEC 309-1, grounded

at 9:00.

Mennekes ME532R6-1276 3phase, 5-wire, 32-Amp, 450/475-Volt, VDE certified, color red, IEC 309-1, IEC 309-2, grounded at 6:00.

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Cooling Requirements

Cooling RequirementsCooling Requirements

The cooling system in Superdome was designed to maintain reliable operation of the system in the specified environment as shown in the a redundant cooling (i.e. N+1 fans and blowers) that allows all of the cooling components to be "hot swapped." The typical power dissipation for the PA-8600 is 28,850 BTUs/hour for a fully populated 32-way cabinet. For PA8700, the typical power dissipation is approximately 23,660 BTUs/hour for a fully populated 32-way cabinet.

NOTE:

NOTE:NOTE: Superdome Specifications Table

Superdome Specifications Table

Superdome Specifications TableSuperdome Specifications Table

Superdome was designed to operate in all data center environments with any traditional room cooling scheme (i.e. raised floor environments) but in some cases where data centers have previously installed high power density systems, alternative cooling solutions may need to be explored by the customer. Since no such system has been available previously, HP teamed with Liebert to develop an innovative data room cooling solution called DataCool. DataCool is a patented overhead climate system utilizing fluid based cooling coils and localized blowers capable of cooling heat loads of several hundred watts per square foot. Some of DataCool's highlights are listed below: Liebert has filed for several patents on DataCool DataCool, based on Liebert's TeleCool, is an innovative approach to data room cooling Liquid cooling heat exchangers provide distributed cooling at the point of use Delivers even cooling throughout the data center preventing hot spots Capable of high heat removal rates (500 W per square foot) Floor space occupied by traditional cooling systems becomes available for revenue generating equipment. Enables cooling upgrades when installed in data rooms equipped with raised floor cooling

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Superdome Specifications Table

Superdome Specifications TableSuperdome Specifications Table

For other configurations see "Site Prep Guide 6th Edition", Table 5. For maximum power dissipation, see

under Site Preparation.

. In addition, the system is designed to provide

Features and Benefits

Features and BenefitsFeatures and Benefits

For More Information

For More InformationFor More Information

DataCool is a custom-engineered overhead solution for both new data center construction and for data room upgrades for high heat loads. It is based on Liebert's TeleCool product, which has been installed in 600 telecommunications equipment rooms throughout the world. The system utilizes heat exchanger pump units to distribute fluid in a closed system through patented cooling coils throughout the data center. The overhead cooling coils are highly efficient heat exchangers with blowers that direct the cooling where required. The blowers are adjustable to allow flexibility for changing equipment placement or room configurations. Equipment is protected from possible leaks in the cooling coils by the patented monitoring system and purge function that detects any leak and safely purges all fluid from the affected coils. DataCool has interleaved cooling coils to enable the system to withstand a single point of failure and maintain cooling capability.

Fully distributed cooling with localized distribution Even cooling over long distances High heat load cooling capacity (up to 500 W per square foot) Meets demand for narrow operating temperature for computing systems Allows computer equipment upgrade for existing floor cooled data rooms Floor space savings from removal of centralized air distribution Withstand single point of failures

http://www.liebert.com/assets/products/english/products/env/datacool/60hz/bro_8pg/ acrobat/sl_16700.pdf

HP has entered into an agreement with Liebert to reference sell the DataCool solution.

The HP/Liebert business relationship will be managed by HP Complementary Products Division. DataCool will be reference by HP. Installation, service and support will be performed by Liebert. HP will compensate the HP Sales Representative and District Manager for each DataCool that Liebert sells to a customer referred by HP. An HP/Liebert DataCool website will be setup to get more information on the product and to manage the reference sales process. Please go to

http://hpcp.grenoble.hp.com/

for more information.

Environmental

EnvironmentalEnvironmental

20-30 degrees C inlet ambient temperature 0-10,000 feet 2600 CFM with N+1 blowers. 2250 CFM with N. 65 dBA noise level

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Uninterruptible Power

Uninterruptible PowerUninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)

Supplies (UPS)

Supplies (UPS)Supplies (UPS)

APC Uninterruptible

APC UninterruptibleAPC Uninterruptible Power Supplies for

Power Supplies for

Power Supplies forPower Supplies for Superdome

Superdome

SuperdomeSuperdome

HP UPS Solutions

HP UPS SolutionsHP UPS Solutions

Product Number/

Product Number/Product Number/ Description

Description

DescriptionDescription SL20KFB2

APC Silcon 3-phase UPS

QJB22830 Switch Gear

WSTRUP5X8-SL10 Start-Up Service

WONSITENBD-SL10 Next Business Day On site Service

NOTE:

NOTE: NOTE:

The APC Silcon 3-phase UPS solutions for Superdome must be ordered directly from APC. Please contact Ron Seredian at

Quantity/

Quantity/Quantity/ Configuration

Configuration

ConfigurationConfiguration

HP will be reselling high-end (10 kW and above) three-phase UPS systems from our partners. We will test and qualify a three-phase UPS for Superdome. The UPS is planned to be available Q1 FY01.

All third-party UPS resold by HP will be tested and qualified by HP to ensure interoperability with our systems We plan to include communications strategy with our PowerTrust UPS(s) We will also establish a support strategy with our third party UPS partners to ensure the appropriate level of support our customer have come to expect from HP. For more information on the product and to manage the reference sales process. Please go to

http://hpcp.grenoble.hp.com/

The Superdome team has qualified the APC Silcon 3-phase 20-kW UPS for Superdome.

There are several configurations that can be utilized depending on the Superdome configuration your customer is deploying. They range from a 64-way Superdome with dual-cord and dual-UPS with main tie main to a 32-way Superdome with single-cord and single-UPS. In all configurations the APC Silcon SL20KFB2 has been tested and qualified by the Superdome engineers to ensure interoperability.

Quantity 2/ 8- or 16-cell dual cord/dual UPS with main tie main Quantity 1/ 32- or 64-way singlecord/single-UPS

Quantity 1/ 8- or 16-cell dual cord/dual UPS with main-tie-main Quantity 0/ 32- or 64-way singlecord/single-UPS

Quantity 2/ 8- or 16-cell dual cord/dual UPS with main-tie-main Quantity 1/ 32- or 64-way singlecord/single-UPS

Quantity 2/ 8- or 16-cell dual cord/dual UPS with main-tie-main Quantity 1/ 8- or 16-cell singlecord/single-UPS

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

ups_mond

Watt

WattWatt

20 kW

N/A N/A N/A

N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

UPS communications capability in the third-party UPS(s), thus ensuring consistent

for more information.

Technology

VAVA

20 kVA

Technology

TechnologyTechnology

Delta conversion on-line double conversion

Family

FamilyFamily

APC Silcon 3-phase

Customer Design for Superdome

Package

PackagePackage

Standalone rack

N/A N/A

rseredia@apcc.com

Output

OutputOutput

Configurable for 200: 208 or 220V 3-phase nominal output voltage

Superdome Server Watt Ratings for UPS loading

Superdome Server Watt Ratings for UPS loadingSuperdome Server Watt Ratings for UPS loading

Class

ClassClass Superdome Superdome

Models

ModelsModels 8-cell 16-cell

Watt Rating for UPS loading

Watt Rating for UPS loadingWatt Rating for UPS loading 19 kW 19 kW each cabinet; 38 kW total

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UPSs Typically UsedUPSs Typically Used SL20KFB2; 20 kW/20 kVA SL20KFB2; 20 kW/20 kVA; Quantity 2

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Power Protection

Power ProtectionPower Protection

Runtimes

RuntimesRuntimes

Power Conditioning

Power ConditioningPower Conditioning

Continuous Power during

Continuous Power duringContinuous Power during Short Interruptions of

Short Interruptions of

Short Interruptions ofShort Interruptions of Input Power

Input Power

Input PowerInput Power

UPS Configuration

UPS ConfigurationUPS Configuration Guidelines

Guidelines

GuidelinesGuidelines

The UPS will provide battery backup to allow for a graceful shutdown in the event of a power failure. Typical runtime on the APC SL20KFB2 Silcon 3 Phase UPS varies with the kW rating and the load. The APC SL20KFB2 UPS provides a typical runtime of 36.7 minutes at half load and 10.7 at full load. If additional run time is needed please contact your APC representative.

The APC SL20KFB2 provides unparalleled power conditioning with its Delta-Conversion on-line double conversion technology. This is especially helpful in regions were power is unstable.

The APC SL20KFB2 will provide battery backup to allow for continuous power to the connected equipment in the event of a brief interruption in the input power to the UPS. Transaction activity will continue during brief power outage periods as long as qualified UPS units are used to provide backup power to the SPU, the Expansion Modules, and all disk and disk array products.

In general, the sum of the "Watt rating for UPS sizing" for all of the connected equipment should not exceed the watt rating of the UPS from which they all draw power. In previous configuration guides, this variable was called the "VA rating for UPS sizing." With Unity Power Factor, the Watt rating was the same as the kVA rating, so it didn't matter which one we used. VA is calculated by multiplying the voltage times the current. Watts, which is a measurement of true power, may be less than VA if the current and voltage are not in phase. APC SL20KFB2 has Unity Power Factory correction, so the kW rating equals the kVA rating. Be sure to add in the needs for the other peripherals and connected equipment. When sizing the UPS, allow for future growth as well. If the configuration guide or data sheet of the equipment you want to protect gives a VA rating, use this as the watt rating. If the UPS does not provide enough power for the additional devices such as system console and mass storage devices, additional UPSs may be required.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Superdome

SuperdomeSuperdome

Integration/Installation

Integration/InstallationIntegration/Installation

Power Connections with the APC SL20KFB2

Power Connections with the APC SL20KFB2Power Connections with the APC SL20KFB2

Product Number

Product NumberProduct Number SL20KFB2

Communications

CommunicationsCommunications Connections

Connections

ConnectionsConnections

Watts

WattsWatts 20 kW

The only qualified UPS available for use with Superdome is the APC SL20KFB2 Silcon 3 Phase 20 kW UPS. The APC SL20KFB2 can provide power protection for the SPU and peripherals. If the system console and primary mass storage devices (such as HP High Availability Disk Array Model 20) also require power protection (which is highly recommended) they may require one or more additional UPSs depending on the total Watts. Make sure that the total watts do not exceed the UPS's voltage rating.

The APC SL20KFB2 includes both field integration start up service and next day on site service for one year provide by APC.

NOM Out

NOM OutNOM Out 115/200 3PH, 120/208 3PH, 127/220 3PHV

A DB-25 RS-232 Contact Closure connection is standard on all APC SL20KFB2 UPS. A WEB/SNMP card is also included.

Output Receptacles

Output ReceptaclesOutput Receptacles Hardwire Hardwire

Input Receptacles

Input ReceptaclesInput Receptacles

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Power ManagementPower Management

Description

DescriptionDescription General Features

General Features

General FeaturesGeneral Features

Includes

IncludesIncludes Documentation

Documentation

DocumentationDocumentation

Type of UPSs

Type of UPSsType of UPSs

Network interface cards that provide standards based remote management of UPSs Boot-P support, Built-in Web/SNMP management, Event logging, Flash Upgradeable, MD5 Authentication Security,

Password Security, SNMP Management, Telnet Management, Web Management CD with software, User Manual User Manual

Installation Guide

Some customers may experience chronic "brown out" situations or have power sources that are consistently at the lower spectrum of the standard voltage range. For example, the AC power may come in consistently at 92 VAC in a 110 VAC area. Heavy-load electrical equipment or power rationing are some of the reasons these situations arise. The APC SL20KFB2 units are designed to kick in before the AC power drops below the operating range of the HP Superdome Enterprise Server. Therefore, these UPS units may run on battery frequently if the AC power source consistently dips below the threshold voltage. This may result in frequent system shutdowns and will eventually wear out the battery. Although the on-line units can compensate for the AC power shortfall, the battery life may be shortened. The best solution is to use a good quality boost transformer to "correct" the power source before it enters the UPS unit.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Ordering Guidelines

Ordering GuidelinesOrdering Guidelines

Multi-cabinet

Multi-cabinetMulti-cabinet Configurations

Configurations

ConfigurationsConfigurations

Configuration Rules

Configuration RulesConfiguration Rules

The APC SL20KFB2 Silcon 3-phase UPS units may be ordered as part of a new Superdome system order or as a field upgrade to an existing system. For new systems order please contact APC at Ron Seredian consulting phase. APC will coordinate with HP to ensure the UPS is installed to meet the Superdome installation schedule. For field upgrades please contact APC at Ron Seredian need and/or interested in power protection for Superdome. APC will coordinate with the customer to ensure the UPS is installed to meet their requirements. Numerous options can be ordered to compliment APC SL20KFB2 Silcon 3-phase UPS units. Your APC consultant can review these option with you are you can visit the APC website at

In order to support the maximum number of PCI slots, a 16-cell Superdome system requires 16 I/O chassis. The two Superdome cabinets (left and right) that make up a 16-cell Superdome system only provide eight I/O chassis, therefore four I/O chassis enclosures, each with two I/O chassis are needed. The I/O chassis enclosures are placed in the I/O expansion cabinet. Each I/O expansion cabinet supports up to three I/O chassis, so two I/O expansion chassis are needed. Please note that in order to have 16 I/O chassis, there must also be 16 cells configured.

When configuring Superdome systems that consist of more than one cabinet and include I/O expansion cabinets, certain guidelines must be followed, specifically the I/O interface cabling between the Superdome cabinet and the I/O expansion cabinet can only cross one additional cabinet due to cable length restrictions.

rseredia@apcc.com

www.apcc.com

during the Superdome pre-

when you determine a customer is in

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SuperDome Configuration Guidelines/RulesSuperDome Configuration Guidelines/Rules Category

Category

CategoryCategory General

General

GeneralGeneral

CPU

CPUCPU

Memory

MemoryMemory

I/O

I/OI/O

Rule Index

Rule IndexRule Index

10 11 12

13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

Rule Description

Rule DescriptionRule Description

2 3

Every Superdome complex requires connectivity to a Support Management Station (SMS). For Superdome PA-8800, the PC-based SMS also serves as the system console. For Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700, a separate system console is needed.

Every cell in a Superdome complex must be assigned to a valid physical location. All CPUs in a cell are the same type, same Front Side Bus (FSB) frequency and same core frequency. Every cell

within a partition must be of the same type, same Front Side Bus (FSB) frequency and same core frequency with no mixing. With PA-8800, the entire cabinet must consist of only PA-8800 cell boards.

Configurations with 8, 16 and 32 DIMM slots are recommended (i.e. are fully qualified and offer the best bandwidth performance.

Configurations with 4 and 24 DIMM slots are supported (i.e. are fully qualified, but don't necessarily offer the best bandwidth performance).

DIMMs can be deallocated in 2 DIMM increments (to support HA) in Superdome PA-8800 systems. ). DIMMs are deallocated in 4 DIMM increments for Superdome PA-8600/8700 systems.

Superdome PA-8800 only

Superdome PA-8800 onlySuperdome PA-8800 only interleaving groups. At the time of boot, the system firmware gathers information on which DIMMs are present and how to best interleave the memory. Thus, DIMMs of different sizes will not be in the same Mbat interleaving group. From a customer perspective, it is it automatically done by the system firmware.

Superdome PA-8800 only

Superdome PA-8800 onlySuperdome PA-8800 only configurations only.

For system orders from the factory, the same memory configuration must be used for all cells within a partition. DIMMs in the same rank must have SDRAMs with the same number of banks and row and column bits. Size of memory within an interleave group must be power of 2. DIMMs within the same interleave group must be same size and have same number of banks, row bits, and column

bits. There are currently no restrictions on mixing DIMMs (of the same type) with different vendor SDRAMs. One cell in every partition must be connected to an I/O chassis that contains a Core I/O card, a card connected to

boot media, a card connected to removable media, and a network card with a connected network. A partition cannot have more I/O chassis than it has active cells. Removable media device controller should be in slot 8 of the I/O chassis. Core I/O card must be in slot 0 of the I/O chassis. Boot device controller should be in slot 1 of the I/O chassis PCI X high bandwidth I/O cards should be in the high bandwidth slots in the I/O chassis Every I/O card in an I/O chassis must be assigned to a valid physical location. Every I/O chassis in a Superdome complex must be assigned to a valid physical location

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

: Mixed DIMM sizes within a cell board are supported, but only in separate Mbat

: System orders from the factory provide mixed DIMM sizes in recommended

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Performance

PerformancePerformance

Rule Index

Rule IndexRule Index

23 24

Rule Description

Rule DescriptionRule Description

NOTE:

NOTE:NOTE:

be evenly divisible by 4 GB if using 512-MB DIMMs or 8 GB if using 1-GB DIMMs or 16 GB if using 2-GB DIMMs, i.e. 8, 16 or 32 DIMMs. The cell has four memory subsystems and each subsystem should have an echelon (2 DIMMs) populated. The loading order of the DIMMs alternates among the four subsystems. This rule provides maximum memory bandwidth on the cell, by equally populating all four memory subsystems. Superdome PA-8600/8700 supports 512MB DIMMs only. The amount of memory on one of these cells should be evenly divisible by 4GB, i.e. 8, 16 or 32 DIMMs. These cells have two memory subsystems and each subsystem should have a rank (4 DIMMs) populated. The loading order of the DIMMs alternates between the two subsystems. This rule provides maximum memory bandwidth on the cell by equally populating both memory subsystems.

All cells in a partition should have the same number of processors. The number of active CPUs per cell should be balanced across the partition, however minor differences are OK.

(Example: 4 active CPUs on one cell and three active CPUs on the second cell) If memory is going to be configured as fully interleaved, all cells in a partition should have the same amount of

memory (symmetric memory loading). Asymmetrically distributed memory affects the interleaving of cache lines across the cells. Asymmetrically distributed memory can create memory regions that are non optimally interleaved. Applications whose memory pages land in memory interleaved across just one cell can see up to 16 times less bandwidth than ones whose pages are interleaved across all cells.

If a partition contains 4 or fewer cells, all the cells should be linked to the same crossbar (quad) in order to eliminate bottlenecks and the sharing of crossbar bandwidth with other partitions. In each Superdome cabinet, slots 0, 1, 2 and 3 link to the same crossbar and slots 4, 5, 6 and 7 link to the same crossbar.

A Core I/O card should not be selected as the main network interface to a partition. A Core I/O card is a PCI 1X card that possibly produces lower performance than a comparable PCI 2X 66-MHz or PCI X 2X 133-MHz PCI-X card.

The number of cells in a partition should be a power of two, i.e., 2, 4, 8, or 16. Optimal interleaving of memory across cells requires that the number of cells be a power of two. Building a partition that does not meet this requirement can create memory regions that are non optimally interleaved. Applications whose memory pages land in the memory that is interleaved across just one cell can experience up to 16 times less bandwidth than pages which are interleaved across all 16 cells.

Before consolidating partitions in a Superdome 32-way or 64-way system, the following link load calculation should be performed for each link between crossbars in the proposed partition.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Only Superdome PA-8800 supports 1 GB and 2 GB DIMM sizes.

The amount of memory on a cell should

Links loads less then 1 are best. As the link load begins to approach 2 performance bottlenecks may occur.

For crossbars X and Y Link Load = Qx * Qy / Qt / L, where

- Qx is the number of cells connected to crossbar X (quad)

- Qy is the number of cells connected to crossbar Y (quad)

- Qt is the total number of cells in the partition

- L is the number of links between crossbar X and Y (2 for Superdome 32-way systems and 1 for Superdome 64-way systems)

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Maximum performance for optimal configurations is power of two cells, uniform memory across cells and power of two DIMM ranks per cell.

(If rule #30 cannot be met, rule #31 is recommended) Non power of two cells, but still uniform memory across cells, power of two DIMM ranks per cell, uniform type of DIMM.

NOTE:

Only Superdome PA-8800 supports 1 GB and 2 GB DIMMs.

NOTE:NOTE:

is recommended) Same amount of memory in each cell, but possibly different memory types in each cell (for instance, a two cell configuration with 8 512MB DIMMs in one cell, and 4 1GB DIMMs in the other). Differences in memory across different cells within the same partition should be minimal for the best performance.

NOTE:

Only Superdome PA-8800 supports 1 GB and 2 GB DIMMs.

NOTE:NOTE:

non optimal and/or mixed loading within a cell (for instance, a two cell configuration with 16 512MB DIMMs and 8 1GB DIMMs in each cell).

Non-uniform amount of memory across cells (this needs to boot and run, but performance is whatever you get). Superdome PA-8800 only:

Superdome PA-8800 only:

Superdome PA-8800 only:Superdome PA-8800 only: smaller size DIMMs.

For the same amount of total memory, best performance is with a larger number of

(If rule #30 or #31 cannot be met, rule #32

Same amount of memory in each cell, but

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CategoryCategory Single System

Single System

Single SystemSingle System High

High

HighHigh Availability

Availability

AvailabilityAvailability

Rule Index

Rule IndexRule Index

44 45

46 47

Rule Description

Rule DescriptionRule Description Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700

Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700

Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700 Superdome PA-8800

Superdome PA-8800

Superdome PA-8800Superdome PA-8800

NOTE:

NOTE:NOTE:

memory using 512-MB DIMMs and at least 8 GB of memory using 1-GB DIMMs or at least 16 GB of memory using 2-GB DIMMs..

I/O chassis ownership must be localized as much as possible. One way is to assign I/O chassis to partitions in sequential order starting from INSIDE the single cabinet, then out to the I/O expansion cabinet 'owned' by the single cabinet.

I/O expansion cabinets can be used only when the main system cabinet holds maximum number of I/O card cages. Thus, the cabinet must first be filled with I/O card cages before using an I/O expansion cabinet.

Single cabinets connected to form a dual cabinet (using flex cables) should use a single I/O expansion cabinet if possible.

Spread enough connections across as many I/O chassis as it takes to become 'redundant' in I/O chassis'. In other words, if an I/O chassis fails, the remaining chassis have enough connections to keep the system up and running, or in the worst case, have the ability to reboot with the connections to peripherals and networking intact.

All SCSI cards are configured in the factory as unterminated. Any auto termination is defeated. If auto termination is not defeatable by hardware, the card is not used at first release. Terminated cable would be used for connection to the first external device. In the factory and for shipment, no cables are connected to the SCSI cards. In place of the terminated cable, a terminator is placed on the cable port to provide termination until the cable is attached. This is needed to allow HP UX to boot. The customer does not need to order the terminators for these factory integrated SCSI cards, since the customer will probably discard them. The terminators are provided in the factory by use of constraint net logic.

Partitions whose I/O chassis are contained within a single cabinet have higher availability than those partitions that have their I/O chassis spread across cabinets.

A partition's core I/O chassis should go in a system cabinet, not an I/O expansion cabinet. A partition should be connected to at least two I/O chassis containing Core I/O cards. This implies that all

partitions should be at least 2 cells in size. The lowest number cell or I/O chassis is the 'root' cell; the second lowest number cell or I/O chassis combo in the partition is the 'backup root' cell.

A partition should consist of at least two cells. Not more than one partition should span a cabinet or a crossbar link. When crossbar links are shared, the partition

is more at risk relative to a crossbar failure that may bring down all the cells connected to it.

: Each cell should have at least two active CPUs.

: Each cell should have at least four active CPUs.

Only Superdome PA 8800 supports 1-GB DIMMs.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Each cell should have at least 4 GB (8 DIMMs) of

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Category

CategoryCategory Multi-System

Multi-System

Multi-SystemMulti-System High

High

HighHigh Availability

Availability

AvailabilityAvailability (Please also refer to Multi-System High Availability section following this table)

Traditional

TraditionalTraditional Multi-System

Multi-System

Multi-SystemMulti-System High

High

HighHigh Availability

Availability

AvailabilityAvailability

Category

CategoryCategory Heterogeneous

Heterogeneous

HeterogeneousHeterogeneous Multi-System

Multi-System

Multi-SystemMulti-System High

High

HighHigh Availability

Availability

AvailabilityAvailability

Rule Index

Rule IndexRule Index

Rule Index

Rule IndexRule Index

53 54 55

56 57

58 59

60 61 62

67 68 69 70

Rule Description

Rule DescriptionRule Description

Multi-initiator support is required for Serviceguard.

To configure a cluster with no SPOF, the membership must extend beyond a single cabinet. The cluster must be configured such that the failure of a single cabinet does not result in the failure of a majority of the nodes in the cluster. The cluster lock device must be powered independently of the cabinets containing the cluster nodes. Alternative cluster lock solution is the Quorum Service, which resides outside the Serviceguard cluster providing arbitration services.

A cluster lock is required if the cluster is wholly contained within two single cabinets (i.e., two Superdome 16-way or 32-way systems or two Superdome PA-8800 32-way or 64-way systems) or two dual cabinets (i.e. two Superdome 64-way systems or two Superdome PA-8800 128-way systems). This requirement is due to a possible 50% cluster failure.

Serviceguard only supports cluster lock up to four nodes. Thus a two cabinet configuration is limited to four nodes (i.e., two nodes in one dual cabinet Superdome 64-way system or Superdome PA-8800 128-way system and two nodes in another dual cabinet Superdome 64-way system or Superdome PA-8800 128-way system). The Quorum Service can support up to 50 clusters or 100 nodes (can be arbitrator to both HP-UX and Linux clusters).

Two cabinet configurations must evenly divide nodes between the cabinets (i.e. 3 and 1 is not a legal 4-node configuration).

Cluster lock must be powered independently of either cabinet. Root volume mirrors must be on separate power circuits. Redundant heartbeat paths are required and can be accomplished by using either multiple heartbeat subnets or via

standby interface cards. Redundant heartbeat paths should be configured in separate I/O chassis when possible. Redundant paths to storage devices used by the cluster are required and can be accomplished using either disk

mirroring or via LVM's pvlinks. Redundant storage device paths should be configured in separate I/O chassis when possible. Dual power connected to independent power circuits is recommended.

Rule Description

Rule DescriptionRule Description Cluster configurations can contain a mixture of Superdome and non-Superdome nodes. Care must be taken to configure an even or greater number of nodes outside of the Superdome cabinet If half the nodes of the cluster are within a Superdome cabinet, a cluster lock is required (4-node maximum cluster

size) If more than half the nodes of a cluster are outside the Superdome cabinet, no cluster lock is required (16-node

maximum Serviceguard cluster size). Up to a 4-node cluster is supported within a single cabinet system (Superdome 16-way or Superdome PA 8800 32-

way) Up to an 8-node cluster is supported within a single cabinet system* (Superdome 32-way or Superdome PA-8800

64-way) Up to a 16-node cluster is supported within a dual cabinet system* (Superdome 64-way or Superdome PA-8800

128-way) Cluster lock is required for 2-node configurations Cluster lock must be powered independently of the cabinet. Root volume mirrors must be on separate power circuits. Dual power connected to independent power circuits is highly recommended.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

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Power Redundancy

Power RedundancyPower Redundancy

Instant Capacity

Instant CapacityInstant Capacity known as Instant Capacity on Demand, iCOD)

(formerly

Superdome servers, by default, provide an additional power supply for N+1 protection. As a result, Superdome servers will continue to operate in the event of a single power supply failure. The failed power supply can be replaced without taking the system down.

With HP's Instant Capacity solutions, Superdome servers can be populated with high performance PA-RISC CPUs. It is no longer necessary to pay for the additional CPUs until the customer uses them, and additional CPUs can be activated instantly with a simple command providing immediate increases in processing power to accommodate application traffic demands.

In the unlikely event that a CPU fails, the HP system will replace the failed CPU on the cell board at no additional charge. The Instant Capacity CPU brings the system back to full performance and capacity levels, reducing downtime and ensuring no degradation in performance.

When additional capacity is required, additional CPUs on a cell board can be brought online. The Instant Capacity CPUs are activated with a single command.

Instant Capacity on Demand (Instant Capacity) can be ordered pre-installed on Superdome servers.

The following applies to Instant Capacity on Superdome servers:

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

The number of Instant Capacity processors is selected per partition instead of per system at planning/order time. Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700: At least one processor per cell in a partition must be a purchased processor. Superdome PA-8800: At least 2 processors per cell in a partition must be purchased processors. Processors are deallocated by Instant Capacity in such a way as to distribute deallocated processors evenly across the cells in a partition. There is no way for a Customer Engineer (CE) or an Account Support Engineer (ASE) or a customer to influence this distribution. Reporting for the complex is done on a per partition basis. In other words, all partitions with Instant Capacity processors must be capable of and configured for sending e-mail to HP. Processors can be allocated and deallocated instantly or after a reboot at the discretion of the user. Beginning with Instant Capacity Client Agent software version B.04.00 (September 2001), a license key must be obtained prior to either activating or deactivating Instant Capacity processors. A free license key is issued once email connectivity with HP has been successfully established from all partitions with Instant Capacity processors.

Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700

Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700 All cell boards within the Superdome server will be populated with four CPUs and the customer orders the number of CPUs that must be activated prior to shipment.

Description

DescriptionDescription Right to use processor for PA 8600 552 MHz processor (no longer orderable) Right to use processor for PA 8700 750 MHz processor Right to use processor for PA 8700 875 MHz processor Instant Capacity right to access PA-8700 (750-MHz or 875-MHz) processor Instant Capacity Enable right-to-use PA 8600 552 MHz processor Instant Capacity Enable right-to-use PA-8700 750-MHz processor Instant Capacity Enable right-to-use PA-8700 875-MHz processor

Performance Considerations with Instant Capacity:

Product Number

Product NumberProduct Number

A6161A A6441A A6885A A6162A A6163A A6442A A6952A

Going from one to two to three active CPUs on a cell board gives linear performance improvement Going from three to four active CPUs gives linear performance improvement for most applications except some technical applications that push the memory bus bandwidth. Number of active CPUs per cell boards should be balanced across partitions. However, minor differences are okay. (Example: Four active CPUs on one cell board and three active CPUs on the second cell board)

NOTE:

The Instant Capacity software will do CPU activation to minimize differences of number of active CPUs per

NOTE:NOTE: cell board within a partition.

Superdome PA-8800

Superdome PA-8800Superdome PA-8800 Superdome PA-8800 offers both half populated and fully populated cell boards. A half-populated cell board on the Superdome PA-8800 server will be populated with 4 PA-8800 processors. A fully populated cell board on the Superdome PA8800 server will be populated with 8 PA-8800 processors. However, inactive processors can be enabled/activated

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individually.

Description

DescriptionDescription PA-8800 processor assembly (contains 4 CPUs and occupies 2 sockets) PA-8800 processor assembly (contains 2 CPUs and occupies 1 socket)

NOTE:

Requires terminator AB480A if only a single socket is occupied.

NOTE:NOTE:

Instant Capacity right-to-access PA-8800 processor assembly (contains 4 CPUs and occupies 2 sockets)

Instant Capacity right-to-access PA-8800 processor assembly (contains 2 CPUs and occupies 1 socket)

NOTE:

NOTE: NOTE: Instant Capacity Enable right-to-use PA-8800 processor

NOTE:

NOTE:NOTE: Capacity memory can be ordered. But when ordering Instant Capacity sx1000 cell boards, only Instant Capacity processors and Instant Capacity memory can be ordered.

Cell Board COD

Cell Board CODCell Board COD With cell board COD, Superdome PA-8800 servers can be populated with PA-8800 cell boards (CPU and memory) and it is no longer necessary to pay for the additional cell boards (CPU and memory) until the customer uses them. Additional CPUs and cell boards can be activated instantly with a simple command providing immediate increases in processing power and memory capacity to accommodate application traffic demands.

Requires terminator AB480A if only a single socket is occupied.

When ordering active sx1000 cell boards, Instant Capacity and non-Instant Capacity processors and non-Instant

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Product Number

Product NumberProduct Number

A6888A AB522A

A6886A

AB521A

In the unlikely event that a cell board fails, the HP system will replace the cell board at no additional charge. The COD cell board brings the system back to full performance and capacity levels, reducing downtime and ensuring no degradation in performance.

Please note the following when when ordering Instant Capacity sx1000 cell boards:

only Instant Capacity processors and Instant Capacity memory can be ordered. the maximum memory needed must be ordered because it is not possible to purchase additional Instant Capacity memory without ordering the Instant Capacity Cell Board upgrade product, A9913A.

When additional capacity is required, additional cell boards can be brought online. The COD cell boards are each activated with a single command.

Cell board Capacity on Demand (COD) can be ordered pre installed on Superdome servers.

Below are the relevant product numbers of cell board Instant Capacity

Description

DescriptionDescription Instant Capacity cell board for PA-8800 (no CPU/memory included)

- Factory integration

- Field add-on Instant Capacity PA-8800 cell board enablement

NOTE:

When activating the Instant Capacity cell board, you must activate a minimum of 2

NOTE:NOTE: Instant Capacity processors and ALL Instant Capacity memory.

Instant Capacity 2-GB memory Instant Capacity 2-GB memory enablement Instant Capacity 4-GB memory Instant Capacity 4-GB memory enablement Instant Capacity 8-GB memory Instant Capacity 8-GB memory enablement

Temporary Instant Capacity

Temporary Instant CapacityTemporary Instant Capacity Temporary Instant Capacity provides the customer the flexibility to temporarily activate an Instant Capacity processor(s) for a 30 CPU day period. The program includes a temporary Operating Environment (OE) license to use and temporary hardware/software support. The Temporary Instant Capacity program enables customers to tap into processing potential for a fraction of the cost of a full activation, to better match expenditures with actual usage requirements and to enjoy the benefits

Product Number

Product NumberProduct Number

A9747A option 02A

A9748A option 02A

A9749A option 02A

A9750A option 02A

A9743A A9913A

A9744A

A9745A

A9746A

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of a true utility model in a capitalized version.

To order Temporary Instant Capacity apacity on Superdome, A7067A must be ordered. For more information on Instant Capacity, please refer to the appropriate section in this guide.

Utility or Pay-per-Use Program

Utility or Pay-per-Use ProgramUtility or Pay-per-Use Program HP Utility Pricing allows financial decisions on investments to be postponed until sufficient information is available. It allows customers to align their costs with revenues, thereby allowing customers to transition from fixed to variable cost structures. This more flexible approach allows customers to size their compute capacity consistent with incoming revenues and Service Level Objectives. HP Utility Pricing encompasses just-in-time purchased capacity, pay per forecast based on planned usage, as well as pay per use via metered usage. All offerings are industry leading performance solutions to our customers.

This program was introduced in July 2001 on HP's powerful Superdome and IA-32 servers. Customers are able to pay for what they use with this new processing paradigm. The usage payments are comprised of both fixed and variable amounts, with the latter based on average monthly CPU usage. Additionally, with HP retaining ownership of the server, technology obsolescence and underutilized processing assets are no longer a customer concern. This is the cornerstone of HP's pay-asyou-go Utility Pricing. Customers will be able to benefit from their servers as a "compute utility". Customers will choose when to apply additional CPU capacity and will only be charged when the additional processing power is utilized. Real-life examples of processing profiles that benefit from Pay-per-Use are season spikes and month-end financial closings.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

The utility program is agent (T1322AA) must be ordered.

mutually exclusive

mutually exclusivemutually exclusive

with Instant Capacity. In order to take part in this program, the utility metering

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For information on Superdome Server Upgrades, please refer to the Superdome Server Upgrades QuickSpec.

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

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Superdome SpecificationsSuperdome Specifications

SPU Description

SPU DescriptionSPU Description

SPU Product Number

SPU Product NumberSPU Product Number PA-8600 / PA-8700 Attributes

PA-8600 / PA-8700 Attributes

PA-8600 / PA-8700 AttributesPA-8600 / PA-8700 Attributes TPC-C disclosure (PA 8700)/

875 MHz Clock speed (MHz)

- PA 8600

- PA 8700 Number of CPU's Memory (with 512 MB DIMM's) Maximum Power Dissipation

(watts)

PA 8800 Attributes

PA 8800 AttributesPA 8800 Attributes Clock speed (MHz) Number of CPU's Memory (with 512 MB DIMMs) Memory (with 1 GB DIMMs) Memory (with 2 GB DIMMs) Maximum Power Dissipation

(watts)

Cell Boards

Cell BoardsCell Boards PA-8800 is supported in 1-

socket, 2-socket, 3-socket and 4-socket cells. Other PA-RISC processors are supported in 4socket cells

Expandability / Connectivity

Expandability / ConnectivityExpandability / Connectivity 12-slot PCI I/O chassis without

I/O expansion cabinet (PCI-X supported with PA-8800 only)

PCI slots without I/O expansion cabinet (PCI-X supported with PA-8800 only)

PCI slots with I/O expansion cabinet (PCI-X supported with PA 8800 only)

12-slot PCI I/O chassis with I/O expansion cabinet (PCI-X supported with PA-8800

only) Number of Partitions without

I/O expansion cabinet Number of Partitions with I/O

expansion cabinet RS-232C Serial Ports 10/100Base-T Ethernet

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Superdome 16-socket

Superdome 16-socket Superdome 32-socket

Superdome 16-socketSuperdome 16-socket

A6113A

A6113A A5201A

A6113AA6113A

Not disclosed Not disclosed

552 MHz

750 MHz, 875 MHz

1-16 1-32 6-64

2-64 GB

5,820 8,460 16,920

(with sx1000 chip set)

1.0 GHz 1.0 GHz 1.0 GHz 1-16 1-32 6-64

2-64 GB 4-128 GB 4-256 GB 8-256 GB 8-512 GB

5,054 9,038 18,076

1-4 1-8

1-4 1-4 1-8

12-48 12-48 12-96

N/A

1-4 1-4 1-8

1-4 1-8

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Superdome 32-socket

Superdome 32-socketSuperdome 32-socket

A5201A

A5201AA5201A

552 MHz

750 MHz, 875 MHz

2-128 GB 6-256 GB

24-96

8 16

Superdome 64-

Superdome 64-Superdome 64-

socket

socketsocket

A5201A + A5202A

A5201A + A5202AA5201A + A5202A

541,674 tpm

552 MHz

750 MHz, 875 MHz

12-512 GB

24-1024 GB

3-16

12-192

1-16

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HP-UX Attributes

HP-UX AttributesHP-UX Attributes Maximum CPUs per HP-UX 11i

partition Maximum CPUs per HP-UX 11i

partition Maximum memory per HP-UX

11i partition Maximum memory per HP-UX

11i partition HP-UX revisions supported

Maximum I/O Cards See supported I/O table for specific products

Maximum I/O Cards See supported I/O table for specific productsMaximum I/O Cards See supported I/O table for specific products Mass Storage LAN WAN Multi-Function (Mass Storage /

LAN) Additional Interface Cards

Electrical Characteristics

Electrical CharacteristicsElectrical Characteristics AC input power-Option 7: 3-

phase 5-wire input AC input power-Option 6: 3-

phase 4-wire input Maximum Current requirements

at 220V 240V:

Option 7: 3-phase 5-wire input

Option 6: 3-phase 4-wire input

Required Power ReceptacleOptions 6 and 7

Site Preparation

Site PreparationSite Preparation Site planning and installation

included

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

16 32 64

16 32 128

128 GB 256 GB 512 GB

128 GB 256 GB

HP-UX 11i, HP-UX 11i v2 HP-UX 11i, HP-UX 11i v2

16 - 48 32 - 96

8 - 24 8 - 25 8 - 16

200-240 VAC phase-to-neutral, 5-wire, 50/60 Hz

200-240 VAC phase-to-phase, 4-wire, 50/60 Hz

None. Cord, plug and included. Receptacle should be ordered separately. Electrician must

hard wire receptacle to site power.

Yes Yes Yes

16 - 48 32 - 96

16 -25 25 -32 16 -32 32 -64

8 -16 8 -32

24 A/Phase

44 A/Phase

HP-UX 11i, HP-UX 11i

1 TB

64 - 192

Depth (mm / inches) Width (mm / inches) Height (mm / inches) Weight (Kg / lbs)

Environmental Characteristics

Environmental CharacteristicsEnvironmental Characteristics Acoustics Operating temperature Non-operating temperature Maximum rate of temperature

change Operating relative humidity Operating altitude Non-operating altitude

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762 / 30 762 / 30

1,960 / 77.2 1,960 / 77.2 1,960 / 77.2

500 / 1,123 598 / 1,343

65 dB

68° to 86° F (20° to 30° C)

-40° to 158° F (-40° to 70° C) 68° F/hr (20° C/hr)

15% to 80% @ 86° F (30° C)

0 to 10,000 ft (0 to 3.1 km) 0 to 15,000 ft (0 to 4.6 km)

1,524 / 60

1,196 / 2,685

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Regulatory Compliance

Regulatory ComplianceRegulatory Compliance Safety

Key Dates

Key DatesKey Dates First CPL date First ship date

Due to limitation of HP UX 11i, maximum memory in a partition is 512 GB

Superdome PA 8600/PA 8700 support only fully populated cells. Superdome PA 8800 supports both half and fully

populated cells.

A second I/O expansion cabinet is required for if number of PCI slots is greater than 168

SPU cabinet must be filled first before placing I/O chassis in I/O expansion cabinet

A second I/O expansion cabinet is required if number of I/O chassis is greater than 14

NOTE:

Given that PA 8600/PA 8700 are single core processors and PA 8800 is a dual core processor, the columns listed

NOTE:NOTE: in this table refer to 16 socket, 32 socket and 64 socket. This terminology refers to 16 way, 32 way and 64 way for Superdome PA 8600/PA 8700 systems and 32 way, 64 way and 128 way for Superdome PA 8800 systems.

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

IEC 950:1991+A1, +A2, +A3, +A4; EN60950:1992+A1, +A2, +A3, +A4, +A11; UL

1950, 3rd edition; cUL CSA C22.2 No. 950-95

9/00 9/00 9/00

4Q /00 4Q /00 4Q /01

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Superdome I/O Expansion

Superdome I/O ExpansionSuperdome I/O Expansion (IOX) Cabinet

(IOX) Cabinet

(IOX) Cabinet(IOX) Cabinet Specifications

Specifications

SpecificationsSpecifications

SPU Description

SPU DescriptionSPU Description

SPU Product Number

SPU Product NumberSPU Product Number Maximum Number of I/O

Chassis Enclosures (ICEs) Peripherals Supported

Servers Supported

Electrical Characteristics

Electrical CharacteristicsElectrical Characteristics AC input power Current requirements at 200V-

240V Typical Maximum Power

Dissipation Maximum Power Dissipation

Dimensions

DimensionsDimensions Height (mm / inches) Depth (mm / inches) Width (mm / in)

Environmental

EnvironmentalEnvironmental

Relevant Product Numbers

Relevant Product NumbersRelevant Product Numbers 12 slot PCI Chassis for Rack

System E Expansion Cabinet 12 slot PCI -X Chassis for Rack

System E Expansion Cabinet I/O Expansion Cabinet Power

and Utilities Subsystem I/O Expansion Power and

Utilities Subsystem Graphite color

I/O Chassis Enclosure for 12 slot PCI X Chassis

Key Dates

Key DatesKey Dates First CPL Date First Ship Date

NOTE:

Each ICE holds two I/O card cages or 24 PCI X I/O slots.

NOTE:NOTE:

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Superdome 16 socket

Superdome 16 socket Superdome 32 socket

Superdome 16 socketSuperdome 16 socket

A6113A

A6113A A5201A

A6113AA6113A

3 3 3

All peripherals qualified for use with Superdome and/or for use in an RBII D rack are supported in the I/O expansion cabinet as long as there is available space. Peripherals not connected to or associated with the Superdome system to which the I/O expansion cabinet is attached may be installed in the I/O expansion cabinet.

With PA 8600/PA 8700: Superdome 32 way, Superdome 64 way With PA 8800: Superdome 64 way, Superdome 128

A48564Z A48564Z A48564Z

A6864Z A6864Z A6864Z

A5861A A5861A A5861A

A5861D A5861D A5861D

A5862A A5862A A5862A

Superdome 32 socketSuperdome 64 socket

Superdome 32 socketSuperdome 32 socket

A5201A

A5201AA5201A

200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

16A

2,290 watts

3,200 watts

1.6 meters or 1.96 meters

45.5 in (same depth as 32 W)

24.0 in

Same as Superdome

9 / 00

2Q / 01

Superdome 64 socket

Superdome 64 socketSuperdome 64 socket

A5201A+A5202A

A5201A+A5202AA5201A+A5202A

APC SL20KFB2

APC SL20KFB2APC SL20KFB2 Specifications

Specifications

SpecificationsSpecifications

Description

DescriptionDescription

General Features

General FeaturesGeneral Features

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0% to 95% non-condensing, 200% overload capability, Audible Alarms, Built in static bypass switch, Delta Conversion On line Technology, Environmental Protection, Event logging, Extendable Run Time, Full rated output available in kW, Input Power Factor Correction, Intelligent Battery Management, LCD Alphanumeric Display, Overload Indicator, Paralleling Capability, Sine wave output, SmartSlot, Software, Web

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Includes

IncludesIncludes

Spare parts kits

Spare parts kitsSpare parts kits Documentation

Documentation

DocumentationDocumentation Input

Input

InputInput

Batteries

BatteriesBatteries

Physical

PhysicalPhysical

Communications and

Communications andCommunications and Management

Management

ManagementManagement

Environmental

EnvironmentalEnvironmental

Conformance

ConformanceConformance

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Management Parallel Card, Triple Chassis for three SmartSlots, User Manual, Web/SNMP Management

Card See APC website User Manual and Installation Guide Nominal input voltage Input frequency

Input connection type Input voltage range for main

operations Typical backup time at half

load Typical backup time at full load Battery type

Typical recharge time ** Maximum height dimensions Maximum width dimensions Maximum depth dimensions Net weight Shipping Weight Shipping Height Shipping Width Shipping Depth Color

Units per Pallet Interface port Smart Slot Interface Quantity Pre-Installed SmartSlot Cards Control panel Audible alarm Emergency Power Off (EPO) Optional Management Device Operating Environment

Operating Relative Humidity Operating Elevation Storage Temperature Storage Relative Humidity Storage Elevation Audible noise at 1 meter from

surface of unit Online thermal dissipation Protection Class Approvals

Standard warranty

Optional New Service

http://www.apcc.com

115/200 3PH, 120/208 3PH, 127/220 3PH V 50 Hz programmable +/- 0.5, 1, 2, 4, 6, 8%; 60 Hz

programmable +/- 0.5, 1, 2, 4, 6, 8% Hardwire 5-wire (3PH + N + G) 170-230 (200 V), 177-239 (208 V), 187-242 (220 V) V

36.7 minutes

10.7 minutes Maintenance-free sealed Lead-Acid battery with

suspended electrolyte: leak proof 2 hours

55.12 in (140.00 cm)

39.37 in (100.00 cm)

31.50 in (80.01 cm) 1,290.00 lbs (586.36 kg) 1,340.00 lbs (609.09 kg)

66.93 in (170.00 cm)

43.31 in (110.00 cm)

35.43 in(90.00 cm) Dark green (NCS 7020 B50G), Light gray (NCS 2703

G84Y)

1.0 DB-25 RS-232, Contact Closure 2 AP9606 Multi-function LCD status and control console Beep for each 52 alarm conditions Yes See APC website 68° to 86° F (20° to 30 °C) (recommended is 68° to 77° F

(20° to 25° C)) 15% to 80% at 86°F (30°C) 0 to 10000 ft (0 to 3050 m)

-40° to 158° F (-40° to 70° C) 0% to 90% 0 to 15,000 ft (0 to 4575 m) 55 dBA

4,094 BTU/hour NEMA 1, NEMA 12 EN 55022 Class A, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, UL 1778, UL

Listed, cUL Listed One-year repair or replace, optional on-site warranties

available, optional extended warranties available See APC website

http://www.apcc.com

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HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Supported I/O Cards with Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700

Supported I/O Cards with Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700Supported I/O Cards with Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700

I/O Card

I/O CardI/O Card Mass Storage Host Bus Adapters

Mass Storage Host Bus Adapters

Mass Storage Host Bus AdaptersMass Storage Host Bus Adapters Fast/Wide/Differential SCSI PCI 1 port 2x Fibre Channel Dual port FWD SCSI PCI 2 Gb/s Fibre Channel PCI X 2 channel 2 Gb /sFibre Channel PCI 1 channel U160 SCSI PCI 2 channel U160 SCSI PCI 2 channel Ultra320 SCSI

Local Area Network (LAN) Adapters

Local Area Network (LAN) AdaptersLocal Area Network (LAN) Adapters PCI 1 port Universal FDDI LAN PCI 1 port 1000Base SX PCI 1 port 1000 BaseT PCI 1 port 10/100Base TX PCI 1 port ATM 622 Mb/s (MMF) PCI 4 port 100Base TX PCI 1 port 802.5 Token Ring 4/16/100 PCI 1 port 1000Base T (gigabit copper) PCI 1 port 1000Base SX (gigabit fiber) PCI-X 2-port 1000Base-SX Gigabit Adpt PCI-X 2-port 1000Base-T Gigabit Adpt

Multi-Function Cards (Mass Storage / LAN)

Multi-Function Cards (Mass Storage / LAN)Multi-Function Cards (Mass Storage / LAN) PCI 2 port 100Base T/ 2 port Ultra2 SCSI

* Without TAX/VAT ** The time to recharge to 90% of full battery capacity following a discharge to shutdown using a load rated for 1/2 the full load rating of the UPS

Product

ProductProduct

Number

NumberNumber

A4800A

A5158A A5159B A6795A A6826A A6828A A6829A A7173A

A3739B A4926A A4929A A5230A A5483A A5506B A5783A A6825A A6847A A7011A A7012A

A5838A

Maximum Cards by

Maximum Cards byMaximum Cards by

Sockets per System

Connector

ConnectorConnector

Bootable

BootableBootable

Yes Yes Yes

16 32 64

16 32 64 16 32 64

Type(s)

Type(s)Type(s)

Duplex SC

VHDCI

LC VHDCI VHDCI VHDCI

FDDI SC

Duplex SC

RJ-45

Duplex SC

RJ-45

RJ-45 and DB 9

RJ-45

Duplex SC

VHDCI/RJ-45

Sockets per SystemSockets per System

16 32

1616

48 48 48 48 24 48 96 48 96 96 16 32 64 48 48 48 48 48 96 192

16 32 64 16 32 64

24 48 96

8 16 32 8 16 32

8 16 32 16 32 64 16 32 64

8 16 32

32 64

3232

6464

Special

SpecialSpecial

Notes

NotesNotes

PCI-X 2Gb Fibre Channel / 1000BaseSX PCI-X 2Gb Fibre Channel / 1000BaseTX HP PCI-X Multifunction 2-port 2Gb FC /

2-port 1 Gb Ethernet Adapter

Wide Area Network (WAN) Adapters

Wide Area Network (WAN) AdaptersWide Area Network (WAN) Adapters PCI 1 port ATM 155 Mbps (MMF) 2 port Programmable Serial Interface

(PSI) X.25 / Frame Relay / SDLC

4 port X.25/Frame Relay

A9782A A9784A AB465A

A5513A

J3525A

J3526A

Yes Yes Yes

1 LC, 1 RJ-45

2 LC

Duplex SC

RS-530, RS-232,

V.35, RS-449 or

X.21

RS-530, RS 232 V.35, RS-449 or

16 32 64 16 32 64 16 32 64

8 16 32

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Supported on HP-UX

11i, HP-UX 11i v2.

Factory integration

available in April

2005.

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Technical Specifications

X.21

PCI 8 port X.25/BX.25 Advance Communications Controller

Additional Interface Cards

Additional Interface CardsAdditional Interface Cards Public Key Cryptography PCI HyperFabric 4X Fiber PCI HyperFabric 2 Fibre PCI 8-port Terminal Multiplexer PCI 64-port Terminal Multiplexer PCI 8-port Terminal Multiplexer PCI 64-port Terminal Multiplexer

Must order option 001 for Port Module Accessory Kit that enables the cables to connect the MUX to the port modules.

Discontinued. Upgrade to A6386A PCI HyperFabric2 fiber adapter

Supports up to 96 or 192 cards when using an expansion cabinet

No longer on CPL-not orderable

NOTE:

All cards listed have the OLAR capability except for SNA over X.25. Additionally, the Superdome core I/O card in slot 0 does not support OLAR. X.25

NOTE:NOTE: dual port (J3525A) needs separate cables for each card port (2 ports per card). NOTE:

NOTE:

NOTE: NOTE:

The MSA30 SB/DB are supported as a boot disk on Superdome running HP UX 11i with the following cards: A7173A, A6828A, A6829A, A5838A

Z7340A

A5486A A6092A A6386A A6748A A6749A

J3592A J3593A

RS-232, V.35,

RS-449 or X.21

N / A

DB - 37

LC Duplex

RS-232

RS-232 or RS-422

RS-232

RS-232 or RS-422

25 25 25

8 16 32

8 8 8

8 14 14

8 16 32

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

Supported I/O Cards with Superdome PA-8800

Supported I/O Cards with Superdome PA-8800Supported I/O Cards with Superdome PA-8800

I/O Card

I/O CardI/O Card Mass Storage Host Bus Adapters

Mass Storage Host Bus Adapters

Mass Storage Host Bus AdaptersMass Storage Host Bus Adapters Fast/Wide/Differential SCSI 2 PCI 1 port Ultra2 SCSI 2 PCI 2x Fibre Channel 2 Dual port FWD SCSI PCI 2 Gb/s Fibre Channel PCI X 2 channel 2 Gb /sFibre Channel PCI 1 channel U160 SCSI PCI 2 channel U160 SCSI PCI 2 channel Ultra320 SCSI

Local Area Network (LAN) Adapters

Local Area Network (LAN) AdaptersLocal Area Network (LAN) Adapters PCI 10/100 Base-T PCI 1 port Universal FDDI LAN PCI 1 port 1000Base SX 2 PCI 1 port 1000 BaseT 2 PCI 1 port 10/100Base TX PCI 1 port ATM 622 Mb/s (MMF) PCI 4 port 100Base TX PCI 1 port 802.5 Token Ring 4/16/100 PCI 1 port 1000Base T (gigabit copper) PCI 1 port 1000Base SX (gigabit fiber) PCI-X 2-port 1000Base-SX PCI-X 2-port 1000Base-T PCI -X 2 port 4x Fabric (HPC) Adapter2

Product

ProductProduct

Number

NumberNumber

A4800A A5149A A5158A A5159B A6795A A6826A A6828A A6829A A7173A

A3738A A3739B A4926A A4929A A5230A A5483A A5506B A5783A A6825A A6847A A7011A A7012A AB286A

Maximum Cards by

Maximum Cards byMaximum Cards by

Sockets per System

Connector

ConnectorConnector

Bootable

BootableBootable

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

16 32 64

Type(s)

Type(s)Type(s)

VHDCI

LC VHDCI VHDCI VHDCI

AUI, BNC, RJ-45

FDDI SC

Duplex SC

RJ-45

Duplex SC

RJ-45

RJ-45 and DB-9

RJ-45 Duplex SC Duplex SC

RJ-45

4x Infiniband

Sockets per SystemSockets per System

16 32

1616

48 48 96 48 48 48 48 24 48 96 48 48 48 48 48 48 48 48 48 96 192

24 48 96 16 32 64 16 32 64

24 48 96

8 16 32 8 16 32

8 16 32 16 32 64 16 32 64 16 32 64 16 32 64

8 8 8

32 64

3232

6464

Special

SpecialSpecial

Notes

NotesNotes

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PCI-X 133MHz 10GbE SR Fiber Adapter PCI-X 4-port 1000 Base-T Gigabit

Adapter PCI -X 24 port 4x Fabric Copper Switch

Multi-Function Cards (Mass Storage / LAN)

Multi-Function Cards (Mass Storage / LAN)Multi-Function Cards (Mass Storage / LAN) PCI 2 port 100Base T/ 2 port Ultra2 SCSI

AB287A AB545A

AB399A

A5838A

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Copper 16 32 64 16 32 64

Yes

4x Infiniband

Copper

VHDCI/RJ-45

8 8 8

8 16 32

PCI-X 2Gb Fibre Channel / 1000BaseSX PCI-X 2Gb Fibre Channel / 1000BaseTX

Wide Area Network (WAN) Adapters

Wide Area Network (WAN) AdaptersWide Area Network (WAN) Adapters PCI 1 port ATM 155 Mbps (MMF) 2 port Programmable Serial Interface

(PSI) X.25 / Frame Relay / SDLC

4 port X.25/Frame Relay

PCI 8 port X.25/BX.25 Advance Communications Controller

Additional Interface Cards

Additional Interface CardsAdditional Interface Cards PCI HyperFabric 4X Fiber PCI HyperFabric 2 Fibre PCI 8-port Terminal Multiplexer PCI 64-port Terminal Multiplexer

Supports up to 96 or 192 cards when using an expansion cabinet

Not Orderable - No longer on CPL

NOTE:

NOTE: The MSA30 SB/DB are supported as a boot disk on Superdome running HP UX 11i with the following cards: A7173A, A6828A, A6829A, A5838A.

NOTE:NOTE:

A9782A A9784A

A5513A

J3525A

J3526A

Z7340A

A6092A A6386A A6748A A6749A

Yes Yes

1 LC, 1 RJ-45

Duplex SC

RS-530, RS-232,

V.35, RS-449 or

X.21

RS-530, RS 232 V.35, RS-449 or

X.21

RS-232, V.35,

RS-449 or X.21

DB - 37

LC Duplex

RS-232

RS-232 or RS-422

48 48 48 96 192

8 16 32 8 16 32

8 16 32

25 25 25

8 8 8 8 8 8 8 16 32 8 16 32

Supported Mass Storage with Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700/PA-8800

Supported Mass Storage with Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700/PA-8800Supported Mass Storage with Superdome PA-8600/PA-8700/PA-8800

Nearline/Offline Storage

Nearline/Offline StorageNearline/Offline Storage

Mass Storage Optical Jukeboxes

Mass Storage Optical JukeboxesMass Storage Optical Jukeboxes

Mass Storage Tape Libraries

Mass Storage Tape LibrariesMass Storage Tape Libraries

Mass Storage Tape Devices

Mass Storage Tape DevicesMass Storage Tape Devices

TA5300 and TA5500)

DVD and Tapes

DVD and TapesDVD and Tapes

(Order

660ex 4 drives

660x 6 drives 1200ex 10 drives 1200ex 4 drives

STK 9490

STK SD-3 DLT Library 10/560, 6/100, 3/30 DLT Library 2/15 DDS-3 Autoloader DDS-3 DDS-4 DDS-5/DAT 72 DLTVS80

Q1592A (HP DVD+RW Array Module)option OD1

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5200ex drive 160ex 2 drives 320ex 4 drives 400ex 2 drives

ULTRIUM 215,230 DLT220 DLT-7000 IBM 3590 STK Eagle LTO

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Mass Storage Infrastructure

Mass Storage InfrastructureMass Storage Infrastructure

Online Storage

Online StorageOnline Storage

Mass Storage Arrays

Mass Storage ArraysMass Storage Arrays

Mass Storage Enclosures

Mass Storage EnclosuresMass Storage Enclosures

SAN Switches and Hub

SAN Switches and HubSAN Switches and Hub

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

C7508AZ (racked TA5300 tape and DVD chassis) C1354AZ (racked TA5500 tape chassis)

FC Hub 1X and 2X

FC/SCSI MUX FC Switch 1X and 2X SE/FWD SCSI Converter (not in the base configuration any more)

XP48

XP128 XP256 - FWD SCSI ports XP256 - Fibre Channel ports XP512 XP1024 XP Enhancement VA7100 VA7400 VA7110 VA7410 FC30 FC60

High Availability Storage System (discontinued)

Surestore Disk System HVD10 (discontinued) Surestore Disk System FC10 (discontinued) Surestore Disk System SC10 (discontinued)

StorageWorks SAN switch /8 (discontinued)

StorageWorks SAN switch /16 (discontinued) StorageWorks SAN switch Integrated 32 (discontinued) StorageWorks SAN switch Integrated 64 (discontinued) StorageWorks SAN switch 2/16-EL StorageWorks SAN switch 2/16

AutoRAID 12 AutoRAID 12H Nike 10 Nike 20 Nike 30 MSA1000 MSA1500 EVA 5000 EVA 3000 EVA1500 XL EMC Symmetrix 3000 EMC Symmetrix 5000 EMC Symmetrix 8000 EMC Symmetrix DMX StorageWorks Disk System 2100 StorageWorks Disk System 2110 (discontinued) StorageWorks Disk System 2300 StorageWorks Disk System 2405 (A6250AZ) StorageWorks 4314T and 4314R StorageWorks 4354R McDATA ED5000 EMC Connectrix DS-16B EMC Connectrix ED-1032 StorageWorks SAN Director 64 (discontinued)

HP 9000 Superdome Servers

HP 9000 Superdome ServersHP 9000 Superdome Servers

Peripherals Required Per Partition (nPar)

Peripherals Required Per Partition (nPar)Peripherals Required Per Partition (nPar)

I/O Cards

I/O CardsI/O Cards

Peripherals

PeripheralsPeripherals

HP-UX 11i version 1 (HWE)

HP-UX 11i version 1 (HWE)HP-UX 11i version 1 (HWE) Core I/O (Slot 0) provides console and LAN Default boot device (Slot 1) Removable media card (Slot 8) DVD hard drive (boot disk) DDS-4/DAT-40 tape backup drive C7508AZ or C7508A (Qualec device)

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QuickSpecs

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)(PA-8600, PA-8700 and PA-8800)

Technical Specifications

The information contained herein is subject to change without notice.

Microsoft and Windows Server 2003 are US registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel and Itanium are US registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

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HP PA 8800, PA-8600, PA 8700 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Overview

Standard Features

Configuration

Management Features

System Management Features

Upgrades

Technical Specifications