HP ProLiant DL120 G9 User Manual

HP ProLiant DL120 Gen9 Server

Part Number: 781878-002

User Guide

Abstract

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

March 2015
Edition: 2

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Contents

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

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

Front panel LEDs and buttons ...................................................................................................................... 8

Front panel LED power fault codes ..................................................................................................... 9

Rear panel components ............................................................................................................................ 10

Rear panel LEDs ...................................................................................................................................... 10

PCIe riser board slot definitions ................................................................................................................. 11

System board components ........................................................................................................................ 12

DIMM slot locations ....................................................................................................................... 13

System maintenance switch ............................................................................................................. 13

NMI functionality ........................................................................................................................... 14

Drive numbering ..................................................................................................................................... 14

Hot-plug drive LED definitions .................................................................................................................... 14

Fan locations .......................................................................................................................................... 16

Operations ................................................................................................................................. 17

Power up the server ................................................................................................................................. 17

Power down the server ............................................................................................................................. 17

Extend the server from the rack ................................................................................................................. 17

Access the product rear panel ................................................................................................................... 18

Opening the cable management arm ............................................................................................... 18

Remove the server from the rack ................................................................................................................ 19

Remove the security bezel (optional) .......................................................................................................... 19

Remove the access panel.......................................................................................................................... 20

Install the access panel............................................................................................................................. 21

Remove the air baffle ............................................................................................................................... 21

Install the air baffle .................................................................................................................................. 22

Remove the PCI riser cage ........................................................................................................................ 23

Install the PCI riser cage ........................................................................................................................... 25

Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 27

Optional services .................................................................................................................................... 27

Optimum environment .............................................................................................................................. 27

Space and airflow requirements ...................................................................................................... 27

Temperature requirements ............................................................................................................... 28

Power requirements ....................................................................................................................... 29

Electrical grounding requirements .................................................................................................... 29

Server warnings and cautions ................................................................................................................... 29

Rack warnings ........................................................................................................................................ 30

Identifying the contents of the server shipping carton .................................................................................... 31

Installing hardware options ....................................................................................................................... 31

Installing the server into the rack ................................................................................................................ 31

Installing the rack rail hook-and-loop strap .................................................................................................. 35

Powering on and selecting boot options ..................................................................................................... 35

Installing the operating system................................................................................................................... 36

Registering the server ............................................................................................................................... 37

Contents 3

Hardware options installation ....................................................................................................... 38

Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 38

Security bezel option ............................................................................................................................... 38

Drive options .......................................................................................................................................... 38

Drive installation guidelines ............................................................................................................ 39

Installing a non-hot-plug drive .......................................................................................................... 39

Installing a hot-plug drive ................................................................................................................ 41

Controller options .................................................................................................................................... 42

Installing a storage controller and FBWC module .............................................................................. 42

Installing the battery pack ............................................................................................................... 44

Drive cable options.................................................................................................................................. 45

Mini-SAS cable options .................................................................................................................. 45

Optical drive option ................................................................................................................................ 48

Redundant fan option .............................................................................................................................. 51

Fan population guidelines ............................................................................................................... 52

Installing a hot-swap fan module ...................................................................................................... 52

Memory options ...................................................................................................................................... 54

HP SmartMemory .......................................................................................................................... 55

Single-, dual-, and quad-rank DIMMs ............................................................................................... 55

DIMM identification ....................................................................................................................... 56

Memory configurations ................................................................................................................... 56

General DIMM slot population guidelines ......................................................................................... 58

Installing a DIMM .......................................................................................................................... 59

FlexibleLOM option ................................................................................................................................. 59

PCIe x8 Full-height riser option .................................................................................................................. 62

Expansion board options .......................................................................................................................... 64

M.2 SSD enablement option ..................................................................................................................... 67

Redundant power supply option ................................................................................................................ 69

GPU enablement option ........................................................................................................................... 71

HP Trusted Platform Module option ............................................................................................................ 74

Installing the Trusted Platform Module board ..................................................................................... 74

Retaining the recovery key/password .............................................................................................. 76

Enabling the Trusted Platform Module ............................................................................................... 76

Cabling ..................................................................................................................................... 78

Cabling overview .................................................................................................................................... 78

Storage cabling ...................................................................................................................................... 78

Four-bay LFF non-hot-plug drive cabling ............................................................................................ 78

Four-bay LFF hot-plug drive cabling .................................................................................................. 79

Eight-bay SFF hot-plug drive cabling ................................................................................................ 81

M.2 SSD SATA cabling ............................................................................................................................ 82

FBWC cabling ........................................................................................................................................ 85

HP Smart Storage battery cabling .............................................................................................................. 87

HP Power supply cabling .......................................................................................................................... 87

Optical drive cabling ............................................................................................................................... 88

Front I/O cabling .................................................................................................................................... 89

GPU cabling ........................................................................................................................................... 90

Software and configuration utilities ............................................................................................... 91

Server mode ........................................................................................................................................... 91

Product QuickSpecs ................................................................................................................................. 91

HP iLO ................................................................................................................................................... 91

Active Health System...................................................................................................................... 92

HP RESTful API support for HP iLO ................................................................................................... 93

Contents 4

Integrated Management Log ........................................................................................................... 93

HP Insight Remote Support .............................................................................................................. 94

Intelligent Provisioning ............................................................................................................................. 94

HP Insight Diagnostics .................................................................................................................... 95

Erase Utility .................................................................................................................................. 95

Scripting Toolkit for Windows and Linux..................................................................................................... 96

HP Service Pack for ProLiant ..................................................................................................................... 96

HP Smart Update Manager ............................................................................................................. 96

HP UEFI System Utilities ............................................................................................................................ 97

Using HP UEFI System Utilities ......................................................................................................... 97

Flexible boot control ...................................................................................................................... 97

Restoring and customizing configuration settings ............................................................................... 98

Secure Boot configuration ............................................................................................................... 98

Embedded UEFI shell ..................................................................................................................... 99

Embedded Diagnostics option ......................................................................................................... 99

HP RESTful API support for UEFI ....................................................................................................... 99

Re-entering the server serial number and product ID ........................................................................... 99

Utilities and features .............................................................................................................................. 100

HP Smart Storage Administrator .................................................................................................... 100

Automatic Server Recovery ........................................................................................................... 100

USB support ................................................................................................................................ 100

Redundant ROM support .............................................................................................................. 101

Keeping the system current ..................................................................................................................... 101

Access to HP Support Materials ..................................................................................................... 101

Updating firmware or System ROM ............................................................................................... 102

Drivers ....................................................................................................................................... 103

Software and firmware ................................................................................................................. 104

Operating System Version Support ................................................................................................ 104

Version control ............................................................................................................................ 104

HP operating systems and virtualization software support for ProLiant servers ...................................... 105

HP Technology Service Portfolio .................................................................................................... 105

Change control and proactive notification ...................................................................................... 105

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 106

Troubleshooting resources ...................................................................................................................... 106

System battery replacement ........................................................................................................ 107

Regulatory information .............................................................................................................. 109

Safety and regulatory compliance ........................................................................................................... 109

Belarus Kazakhstan Russia marking ......................................................................................................... 109

Turkey RoHS material content declaration ................................................................................................. 110

Ukraine RoHS material content declaration ............................................................................................... 110

Warranty information ............................................................................................................................ 110

Electrostatic discharge ............................................................................................................... 111

Preventing electrostatic discharge ............................................................................................................ 111

Grounding methods to prevent electrostatic discharge ................................................................................ 111

Specifications ........................................................................................................................... 112

Environmental specifications ................................................................................................................... 112

Mechanical specifications ...................................................................................................................... 112

Power supply specifications .................................................................................................................... 113

Hot-plug power supply calculations .......................................................................................................... 113

Contents 5

Support and other resources ...................................................................................................... 114

Before you contact HP ............................................................................................................................ 114

HP contact information ........................................................................................................................... 114

Customer Self Repair ............................................................................................................................. 114

Acronyms and abbreviations ...................................................................................................... 122

Documentation feedback ........................................................................................................... 127

Index ....................................................................................................................................... 128

Contents 6

Component identification

Front panel components

• Four LFF drive model

Item Description

1

2
3
4

*The serial number/iLO information pull tab is double-sided. The top side shows the server serial number and the
customer asset tag label. The reverse side shows the default iLO account information and QR code linking to product
documentation resources. The serial number/iLO information is also printed on labels attached to the chassis.

Optical drive (optional)

Serial label pull tab*
USB 2.0 connector
LFF drives

• Eight SFF drive model

Item Description

1
2
3
4

*The serial number/iLO information pull tab is double-sided. The top side shows the server serial number and the
customer asset tag label. The reverse side shows the default iLO account information and QR code linking to product
documentation resources. The serial number/iLO information is also printed on labels attached to the chassis.

SFF drives
Optical drive (optional)
Serial label pull tab*
USB 2.0 connector

Component identification 7

Front panel LEDs and buttons

•

•

•

• Four LFF drive model

Item Description Status

1

UID button/LED* Solid blue = Activated

Flashing blue:

1 Hz/cycle per sec = Remote management or firmware upgrade

in progress

4 Hz/cycle per sec = iLO manual reboot sequence initiated
8 Hz/cycle per sec = iLO manual reboot sequence in progress

Off = Deactivated

2

3

4

*When all four LEDs described in this table flash simultaneously, a power fault has occurred. For more information, see
"Power fault LEDs ("Front panel LED power fault codes" on page 9)."
**If the health LED indicates a degraded or critical state, review the system IML or use iLO to review the system health
status.
†Facility power is not present, power cord is not attached, no power supplies are installed, power supply failure has
occurred, or the power button cable is disconnected.

Health LED* Solid green = Normal

Flashing green (1 Hz/cycle per sec) = iLO is rebooting.
Flashing amber = System degraded**
Flashing red (1 Hz/cycle per sec) = System critical**

NIC status LED* Solid green = Link to network

Flashing green (1 Hz/cycle per sec) = Network active
Off = No network activity

Power On/Standby button
and system power LED*

Solid green = System on
Flashing green (1 Hz/cycle per sec) = Performing power on sequence
Solid amber = System in standby
Off = No power present†

Component identification 8

• Eight SFF drive model

•

•

•

1 flash

6 flashes

Item Description Status

1

2

3

4

Power On/Standby button
and system power LED*

Health LED* Solid green = Normal

NIC status LED* Solid green = Link to network

UID button/LED* Solid blue = Activated

Solid green = System on
Flashing green (1 Hz/cycle per sec) = Performing power on sequence
Solid amber = System in standby
Off = No power present

Flashing green (1 Hz/cycle per sec) = iLO is rebooting.
Flashing amber = System degraded**
Flashing red (1 Hz/cycle per sec) = System critical**

Flashing green (1 Hz/cycle per sec) = Network active
Off = No network activity

Flashing blue:

1 Hz/cycle per sec = Remote management or firmware upgrade

in progress

4 Hz/cycle per sec = iLO manual reboot sequence initiated
8 Hz/cycle per sec = iLO manual reboot sequence in progress

*When all four LEDs described in this table flash simultaneously, a power fault has occurred. For more information, see
"Power fault LEDs ("Front panel LED power fault codes" on page 9)."
**If the health LED indicates a degraded or critical state, review the system IML or use iLO to review the system health
status.
†Facility power is not present, power cord is not attached, no power supplies are installed, power supply failure has
occurred, or the power button cable is disconnected.

Off = Deactivated

Front panel LED power fault codes

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

Subsystem Front panel LED behavior

System board
Processor
Memory
Riser board PCIe slots
FlexibleLOM
Removable HP Flexible Smart Array

controller/Smart SAS HBA controller

2 flashes
3 flashes
4 flashes
5 flashes

Component identification 9

Subsystem Front panel LED behavior

Non-hot-plug power supply

Power supply blank (bay 2 of optional redundant power
NIC connector 1/iLO connector

System board PCIe slots
Power backplane or storage backplane
Power supply

7 flashes
8 flashes
9 flashes

For more information, see "Front panel LEDs and buttons (on page 8)."

Rear panel components

Item Description

1
2
3
4
5

6

7
8
9
10

* Slot 3 supports PCIe x16 (16, 8, 4, 1) if the GPU riser cage is installed.

Slot 3 PCIe3 x8 (8, 4, 1)*
Slot 2 PCIe3 x8 (8, 4, 1)
Slot 1 PCIe3 x16 (16, 8, 4, 1)

supply module)
Hot-plug power supply (bay 1 of optional redundant

power supply module)
NIC connector 2

Video connector
USB 3.0 connectors

Rear panel LEDs

Component identification 10

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

Item Description Status

1

UID LED Solid blue = Activated

Flashing blue:

1 Hz/cycle per sec = Remote management

or firmware upgrade in progress

4 Hz/cycle per sec = iLO manual reboot

sequence initiated

8 Hz/cycle per sec = iLO manual reboot

sequence in progress

Off = Deactivated

2

NIC link LED Green = Network link

Off = No network link

3

NIC activity LED Solid green = Link to network

Flashing green = Network active
Off = No network activity

4

Power supply LED Solid green = Normal

Off = One or more of the following conditions
exists:

Power is unavailable
Power supply failed
Power supply is in standby mode
Power supply error

PCIe riser board slot definitions

Expansion
Slots

1

2

3

Riser board
options

Technology Bus

Width

Connector
Width

PCIe riser PCIe 3.0 x16 x16 Low-profile —

PCIe riser PCIe 3.0 x8 x8 Low-profile Unavailable

PCie riser
GPU
FlexibleLOM

PCIe. 3.0 x8

x16
x8

x8
x16
x8

Form Factor Notes

when an x16
riser is installed
in slot 3

Full-height/Half-length
GPU
FlexibleLOM

—

Component identification 11

System board components

24-pin power connector

Item Description

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23

Primary PCIe riser board connector*
TPM connector
System battery
SATA connector
Storage backup power connector for PCIe slots 1-2*
Secondary PCIe riser slot*
MicroSD slot
Storage backup power connector for PCIe slot 3*
System maintenance switch
NMI header
Front I/O connector
Fan connector 5
Fan connector 4
Fan connector 3
Fan connector 2
Fan connector 1
HP Smart Storage Battery connector
6-pin drive backplane power connector
Internal USB 3.0

16 pin RPS connector
Mini-SAS connector 1
Mini-SAS connector 2

* For more information on the riser board slots supported by the onboard PCIe riser connectors, see "PCIe

riser board slot definitions (on page 11)."

Component identification 12

DIMM slot locations

—

Reserved

DIMM slots are numbered sequentially (1 through 8). The supported AMP modes use the letter assignments
for population guidelines.

The arrow points to the front of the server.

System maintenance switch

Position Default Function

S1

S2

S3
S4
S5

S6

S7

S8
S9
S10
S11
S12

Off Off = iLO 4 security is enabled.

On = iLO 4 security is disabled.

Off Off = System configuration can be

changed.

On = System configuration is locked.
Off Reserved
Off Reserved
Off Off = Power-on password is enabled.

On = Power-on password is disabled.
Off Off = No function

On = ROM reads system configuration

as invalid.
Off Off = Set default boot mode to UEFI.

On = Set default boot mode to legacy.

— Reserved
— Reserved
— Reserved
— Reserved

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

When the system maintenance switch position 6 is set to the On position, the system is prepared to erase all
system configuration settings from both CMOS and NVRAM.

Component identification 13

CAUTION: Clearing CMOS and/or NVRAM deletes configuration information. Be sure to

properly configure the server or data loss could occur.

IMPORTANT: Before using the S7 switch to change to Legacy BIOS Boot Mode, be sure the HP

Dynamic Smart Array B140i Controller is disabled. Do not use the B140i controller when the
server is in Legacy BIOS Boot Mode.

NMI functionality

An NMI crash dump creates a crash dump log before resetting a system which is not responding.

Crash dump log analysis is an essential part of diagnosing reliability problems, such as failures of operating
systems, device drivers, and applications. Many crashes freeze a system, and the only available action for
administrators is to restart the system. Resetting the system erases any information which could support
problem analysis, but the NMI feature preserves that information by performing a memory dump before a
system reset.

To force the system to invoke the NMI handler and generate a crash dump log, do one of the following:

• Use the iLO Virtual NMI feature.

• Short the NMI header ("System board components" on page 12).

For more information, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support/NMI).

Drive numbering

• Four-bay LFF drive model

• Eight-bay SFF drive model

Hot-plug drive LED definitions

Identify an HP SmartDrive by its carrier, shown in the following illustration.

Component identification 14

When a drive is configured as a part of an array and connected to a powered-up controller, the drive LEDs

Activity ring

Rotating green

Drive activity

indicate the condition of the drive.

Item LED Status Definition

1

2

3

4

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

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

Off No drive activity

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

the logical drives to fail.

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

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

Flashing green The drive is rebuilding or performing a RAID migration, strip size

migration, capacity expansion, or logical drive extension, or is
erasing.

Flashing
amber/green

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

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

Solid amber The drive has failed.

Off The drive is not configured by a RAID controller.

IMPORTANT: The HP Dynamic Smart Array B140i Controller is only available in UEFI Boot Mode.

It cannot be enabled in Legacy BIOS Boot Mode. If the B140i controller is disabled, drives
connected to the system board Mini-SAS connectors operate in AHCI or Legacy mode. Under this
condition:

• The drives cannot be a part of a hardware RAID or a logical drive.

• The Locate, Drive status, and Do not remove LEDs of the affected drives are disabled.

Use BIOS/Platform Configuration (RBSU) in the UEFI System Utilities ("HP UEFI System Utilities" on
page 97) to enable or disable the B140i controller (System Configuration → BIOS/Platform
Configuration (RBSU) → System Options → SATA Controller Options → Embedded SATA
Configuration).

Component identification 15

Fan locations

Component identification 16

Operations

t completely shut off system power. Portions of the power supply and some internal

Power up the server

1. Connect each power cord to the server.

2. Connect each power cord to the power source.

3. Press the Power On/Standby button.

The server exits standby mode and applies full power to the system. The system power LED changes

Power down the server

from amber to green.

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

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

disconnect the power cord to remove power from the server. The front panel Power On/Standby
button does no
circuitry remain active until the power cord is disconnected.

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

system.

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

• Press and release the Power On/Standby button.

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

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

standby mode.

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

• Use a virtual power button selection through iLO 4.

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

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

Extend the server from the rack

To extend the server from an HP, Compaq-branded, Telco, or third-party rack:

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

adequately stabilized before extending a component from the rack.

Operations 17

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, be careful when pressing the server rail-release

latches and sliding the server into the rack. The sliding rails could pinch your fingers.

1. Do one of the following:

o In a server that uses thumbscrew rack ears, loosen the captive thumbscrews that secure the server

faceplate to the front of the rack, and then slide the server out of the rack.

o In a server that uses quick-release latch rack ears:

i. Open the latches on both sides of the server.
ii. If necessary, use a T-25 Torx screwdriver to loosen the shipping screws.
iii. Slide the server out of the rack.

2. After performing the installation or maintenance procedure, slide the server back into the rack, and then

press the server firmly into the rack to secure it in place.

3. Do one of the following:

o In a server that uses thumbscrew rack ears, tighten the captive thumbscrews,

o In a server that uses quick-release latch rack ears, if necessary, tighten the shipping screws.

Access the product rear panel

Opening the cable management arm

To access the server rear panel:

1. Release the cable management arm.

Operations 18

2. Open the cable management arm. The cable management arm can be right-mounted or left-mounted.

for all rack server installations. A third person may be required to help align the server if the

Remove the server from the rack

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

equipment:

• Observe local occupational health and safety requirements and guidelines for manual

material handling.

• Get help to lift and stabilize the product during installation or removal, especially when the

product is not fastened to the rails. HP recommends that a minimum of two people are required

server is installed higher than chest level.

• Use caution when installing the server in or removing the server from the rack; it is unstable

when not fastened to the rails.

To remove the server from an HP, Compaq-branded, Telco, or a third-party rack:

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.

3. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

4. Extend the server on the rack rails until the server rail-release latches engage.

5. Remove the server from the rack.

For instructions on how to extend or remove the server from the rack, see the documentation that ships
with the rack rail system.

6. Place the server on a sturdy, level surface.

Remove the security bezel (optional)

The security bezel is only supported in servers using the quick-release latch rack ears.

Operations 19

To access the front panel components, unlock and then remove the security bezel.

Remove the access panel

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

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Remove all power:

3. Do one of the following:

internal system components to cool before touching them.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to electrical components, take the appropriate anti-static

precautions before beginning any installation, removal, or replacement procedure. Improper
grounding can cause electrostatic discharge.

CAUTION: Do not operate the server for long periods with the access panel open or removed.

Operating the server in this manner results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can
lead to thermal damage.

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

4. Open the access panel latch, slide the access panel to the rear of the chassis, and then remove the

access panel.

Operations 20

If the access panel latch is locked, use a T-15 Torx screwdriver to unlock the latch.

Install the access panel

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

past the rear of the server by approximately 1.25 cm (0.5 inch).

2. Close the access panel latch. The access panel slides to a closed position.

3. Use a T-15 Torx screwdriver to tighten the access panel latch screw.

Remove the air baffle

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

expansion slot covers, or blanks installed. If the server supports hot-plug components, minimize

To remove the component:

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. If you are performing a non-hot-plug procedure, remove all power:

the amount of time the access panel is open.

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Do one of the following:

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

4. Remove the access panel (on page 20).

Operations 21

5. Remove the air baffle.

Install the air baffle

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

expansion slot covers, or blanks installed. If the server supports hot-plug components, minimize

To install the component:

1. Install the air baffle.

the amount of time the access panel is open.

2. Install the access panel (on page 21).

3. Do one of the following:

o Slide the server into the rack.

o Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

Operations 22

4. Power up the server (on page 17).

Remove the PCI riser cage

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

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Remove all power:

3. Do one of the following:

4. Remove the access panel (on page 20).

5. Disconnect all cables connected to existing expansion boards.

internal system components to cool before touching them.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the server or expansion boards, power down the server, and

disconnect all power cords before removing or installing the PCI riser cage.

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

6. Remove the secondary PCI riser cage or PCI blank.

o Secondary PCI riser cage

Operations 23

o PCI blank

7. Remove any expansion boards installed in the primary riser cage.

Operations 24

8. Remove the primary PCI riser cage.

Install the PCI riser cage

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the server or expansion boards, power down the server, and

To install the component:

1. Align the PCI riser board with the corresponding connectors on the system board, and then press down

disconnect all power cords before removing or installing the PCI riser cage.

the PCI riser cage.

Operations 25

2. If installing the secondary PCI riser cage, remove the PCI blank.

Retain the blank and screws for future use.

3. Align the PCI riser board with the corresponding connectors on the system board, and then press down

the PCI riser cage.

4. Tighten the two screws to secure the cage.

5. Install the access panel (on page 21).

6. Do one of the following:

o Slide the server into the rack.

o Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

7. Power up the server (on page 17).

Operations 26

Setup

Optional services

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

HP Care Pack Services offer upgraded service levels to expand your standard product warranty with
easy-to-buy, easy-to-use support packages that help you make the most of your server investments. Some of
the Care Pack services are:

• Hardware support

o 6-Hour Call-to-Repair

o 4-Hour 24x7 Same Day

o 4-Hour Same Business Day

• Software support

o Microsoft®

o Linux

o HP ProLiant Essentials (HP SIM and RDP)

o VMware

• Integrated hardware and software support

o Critical Service

o Proactive 24

o Support Plus

o Support Plus 24

• Startup and implementation services for both hardware and software

For more information on HP Care Pack Services, see the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/services/carepack).

Optimum environment

When installing the server in a rack, select a location that meets the environmental standards described in
this section.

Space and airflow requirements

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

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

ensures proper airflow. Using a rack without blanking panels results in improper cooling that can

party rack is used, observe the following additional requirements to ensure

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

• Leave a minimum clearance of 121.9 cm (48 inches) from the back of the rack to the back of another

rack or row of racks.

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

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

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

ventilation openings.

CAUTION: Always use blanking panels to fill empty vertical spaces in the rack. This arrangement

lead to thermal damage.

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

CAUTION: When using a Compaq branded 7000 series rack, install the high airflow rack door

insert (PN 327281-B21 for 42U rack, PN 157847-B21 for 22U rack) to provide proper
front-to-back airflow and cooling.

CAUTION: If a third-

adequate airflow and to prevent damage to the equipment:

• Front and rear doors—If the 42U rack includes closing front and rear doors, you must allow

5,350 sq cm (830 sq in) of holes evenly distributed from top to bottom to permit adequate
airflow (equivalent to the required 64 percent open area for ventilation).

• Side—The clearance between the installed rack component and the side panels of the rack

must be a minimum of 7 cm (2.75 in).

Temperature requirements

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

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

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

• Do not permit optional equipment to impede airflow around the server or to increase the

internal rack temperature beyond the maximum allowable limits.

• Do not exceed the manufacturer’s TMRA.

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Power requirements

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

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not

overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack. Consult the electrical

When installing more than one server, you might need to use additional power distribution devices to safely
provide power to all devices. Observe the following guidelines:

• Balance the server power load between available AC supply branch circuits.

• Do not allow the overall system AC current load to exceed 80% of the branch circuit AC current rating.

authority having jurisdiction over wiring and installation requirements of your facility.

CAUTION: Protect the server from power fluctuations and temporary interruptions with a

regulating uninterruptible power supply. This device protects the hardware from damage caused
by power surges and voltage spikes and keeps the system in operation during a power failure.

• Do not use common power outlet strips for this equipment.

• Provide a separate electrical circuit for the server.

For more information on the hot-plug power supply and calculators to determine server power consumption
in various system configurations, see the HP Power Advisor website
(http://www.hp.com/go/hppoweradvisor).

Electrical grounding requirements

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

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

Server warnings and cautions

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for all rack server installations. A third person may be required to help align the server if the

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

equipment:

• Observe local occupational health and safety requirements and guidelines for manual

material handling.

• Get help to lift and stabilize the product during installation or removal, especially when the

product is not fastened to the rails. HP recommends that a minimum of two people are required

server is installed higher than chest level.

• Use caution when installing the server in or removing the server from the rack; it is unstable

when not fastened to the rails.

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

internal system components to cool before touching them.

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

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

CAUTION: Protect the server from power fluctuations and temporary interruptions with a

regulating uninterruptible power supply. This device protects the hardware from damage caused
by power surges and voltage spikes and keeps the system in operation during a power failure.

CAUTION: Do not operate the server for long periods with the access panel open or removed.

Operating the server in this manner results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can
lead to thermal damage.

Rack warnings

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

• The leveling jacks are extended to the floor.

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

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

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

• Only one component is extended at a time. A rack may become unstable if more than one

component is extended for any reason.

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

• At least two people are needed to safely unload the rack from the pallet. An empty 42U rack

can weigh as much as 115 kg (253 lb), can stand more than 2.1 m (7 ft) tall, and might
become unstable when being moved on its casters.

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

the rack from both sides.

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

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

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WARNING:

When installing a server in a telco rack, be sure that the rack frame is adequately

for all rack server installations. A third person may be required to help align the server if the

secured at the top and bottom to the building structure.

Identifying the contents of the server shipping carton

Unpack the server shipping carton and locate the materials and documentation necessary for installing the
server. All the rack mounting hardware necessary for installing the server into the rack is included with the
rack or the server.

The contents of the server shipping carton include:

• Server

• Power cord

• Rack rail hook-and-loop strap

• Printed setup documentation

• Rack mounting hardware kit and documentation (optional)

You need the following items for some procedures:

• T-25 Torx screwdriver (to loosen the shipping screws located inside the server quick-release latch rack

ears)

• T-10/T-15 Torx screwdriver

• Hardware options

Installing hardware options

Install any hardware options before initializing the server. For options installation information, see the option
documentation. For server-specific information, see "Hardware options installation (on page 38)."

Installing the server into the rack

To install the server into a rack with square, round, or threaded holes, refer to the instructions that ship with
the rack hardware kit.

If you are installing the server into a telco rack, order the appropriate option kit at the RackSolutions.com
website (http://www.racksolutions.com/hp). Follow the server-specific instructions on the website to install
the rack brackets.

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

equipment:

• Observe local occupational health and safety requirements and guidelines for manual

material handling.

• Get help to lift and stabilize the product during installation or removal, especially when the

product is not fastened to the rails. HP recommends that a minimum of two people are required

server is installed higher than chest level.

• Use caution when installing the server in or removing the server from the rack; it is unstable

when not fastened to the rails.

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CAUTION: Always plan the rack installation so that the heaviest item is on the bottom of the rack.

Install the heaviest item first, and continue to populate the rack from the bottom to the top.

To install the server in an HP, Compaq-branded, Telco, or a third-party rack:

1. Install the server and cable management arm option into the rack. See the documentation that ships with

the Easy Install Rail Kit.

2. Connect peripheral devices to the server. For information on identifying connectors, see "Rear panel

components (on page 10)."

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug

telephone or telecommunications connectors into RJ-45 connectors.

For a server using a non-hot-plug power supply:

3. To prevent the accidental disconnection of the power cord when sliding the server into and from the

rack, secure the power cord through the strain relief clip:

a. If the clip is positioned too near the power cord that it blocks the power cord plug connection, slide

the clip backward.

b. Connect the power cord to the server.
c. Press the top part of the clip, and then pull the clip open.

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d. Position the power cord inside the clip, and then close the clip.

e. Slide the clip forward until it is flush against the edge of the power cord plug.

For a server using a hot-plug power supply:

4. To prevent accidental power cord disconnection when sliding the server in and out of the rack, secure

the power cord in the hook-and-loop strap attached to the power input module handle:

a. Unwrap the hook-and-loop strap from the power input module handle.

CAUTION: Avoid tight bend radii to prevent damaging the internal wires of a power cord or a

server cable. Never bend power cords and server cables tight enough to cause a crease in the

sheathing.

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b. Bend the plug end of the power cord in the position shown in the following image.

When using cable management arm components, be sure to leave enough slack

c. Secure the power cord in the hook-and-loop strap as shown in the following image.

5. Employ best practices to route and manage the power cords and other cables in the server rear panel.

IMPORTANT:

in each of the cables to prevent damage to the cables when the server is extended from the rack.

6. Use the hook-and-loop strap included in the server shipping carton to secure the power cords and the

other rear panel cables to the rack rail. For detailed instructions, see "Installing the rack rail
hook-and-loop strap (on page 35)."

7. Connect the power cord to the power source.

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

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

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

feature.

•

times.

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

• Do not route the power cord where it can be walked on or pinched by items placed against it.

Pay particular attention to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the cord extends from
the server.

Installing the rack rail hook-and-loop strap

The rack rail hook-and-loop strap can be installed on either the left or right rack rail. HP recommends
installing it on the left rack rail for better cable management.

To install the rack rail hook-and-loop strap:

1. Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

2. Install the rack rail hook-and-loop strap:
a. Hold the rear panel cables against the rack rail, and then wrap the strap around the rack rail.

CAUTION: To prevent thermal or mechanical obstruction on full-length servers installed in the

rack, the extra length and buckle part of the strap must be facing the outside of the rack rail.

b. Loop the end of the hook-and-loop strap through the buckle.

When multiple hook-and-loop straps are used in the same rack, stagger the strap location, so that the
straps are adjacent to each other when viewed from top to bottom. This positioning will enable the rack
rail to slide easily in and out of the rack.

Powering on and selecting boot options

1. Connect the Ethernet cable.

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2. Press the Power On/Standby button.

3. During the initial boot:

o To modify the server configuration ROM default settings, press F9 when prompted from the start up

sequence to enter the HP UEFI System Utilities. By default, the HP UEFI System Utilities runs in the
English language.

o If you do not need to modify the server configuration and are ready to install the system software,

press F10 to access Intelligent Provisioning.

NOTE: If an HP Smart Array controller has been added or is embedded in the system, the

controller defaults to a RAID configuration based on the size and number of drives installed. For
more information on modifying the controller default settings, see the documentation in the HP
website.

For more information on automatic configuration, see the HP UEFI System Utilities User Guide for HP ProLiant
Gen9 Servers on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/ProLiantUEFI/docs).

Installing the operating system

This HP ProLiant server does not ship with provisioning media. Everything needed to manage and install the
system software and firmware is preloaded on the server.

To operate properly, the server must have a supported operating system. For the latest information on
operating system support, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/supportos).

To install an operating system on the server, use one of the following methods:

• Intelligent Provisioning—iLO contains Intelligent Provisioning for embedded deployment, updating, and

provisioning capabilities. Intelligent Provisioning can configure the server and install an operating
system.

To install an operating system on the server with Intelligent Provisioning (local or remote):

a. Connect the Ethernet cable between the network connector on the server and a network jack.
b. Press the Power On/Standby button.
c. During server POST, press F10.
d. Complete the initial Preferences and Registration portion of Intelligent Provisioning (on page 94).
e. At the 1 Start screen, click Configure and Install.
f. To finish the installation, follow the onscreen prompts. An Internet connection is required to update

the firmware and systems software.

• Remote deployment installation—To deploy an operating system remotely, use Insight Control Server

Provisioning for an automated solution.

For additional system software and firmware updates, download the HP Service Pack for ProLiant from the HP
website (http://www.hp.com/go/spp/download). Software and firmware must be updated before using
the server for the first time, unless any installed software or components require an older version. For more
information, see "Keeping the system current (on page 101)."

For more information on using these installation methods, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/ilo).

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Registering the server

To experience quicker service and more efficient support, register the product at the HP Product Registration
website (http://register.hp.com).

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Hardware options installation

Introduction

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

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

Security bezel option

internal system components to cool before touching them.

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

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

The security bezel is only supported in servers using the quick-release latch rack ears.

Install the security bezel and then lock it with the key provided with the kit.

Drive options

The server supports up to four LFF hot-plug or non hot-plug drives or up to 8 SFF hot-plug drives.

The embedded storage controller supports SATA devices.

For SAS drive installation, install an HP Host Bus Adapter or an HP Smart Array Controller board option
("Expansion board options" on page 64).

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IMPORTANT: The boot order settings, firmware versions, and any additional HP software,

including the HP Smart Array SAS license key, are stored in the system board. Transfer this
information to the new system board to ensure normal server operation when the system board is
replaced.

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see
the product QuickSpecs on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/qs).

Drive installation guidelines

When adding drives to the server, observe the following general guidelines:

• The system automatically sets all device numbers.

• Populate drive bays, based on the drive numbering sequence. Start from the drive bay with the lowest

device number.

• All drives grouped into the same drive array must meet the following criteria:

o They must be either all SAS or all SATA.

o They must be either all hard drives or all solid state drives.

o For the most efficient use of drive space, the drives must have approximately the same capacity.

Each configuration utility treats every physical drive in an array as if it has the same capacity as the
smallest drive in the array. Any excess capacity of a particular drive cannot be used in the array and
so is unavailable for data storage.

Installing a non-hot-plug drive

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

To install the component:

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Remove all power:

3. If installed, remove the security bezel ("Remove the security bezel (optional)" on page 19).

4. Remove the drive carrier.

all bays are populated with either a component or a blank.

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

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5. Remove the two metal brackets from the drive carrier.

6. Install the drive in the carrier.

7. Install the drive.

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

all bays are populated with either a component or a blank.

8. If removed, install the security bezel ("Security bezel option" on page 38).

9. Connect each power cord to the server.

10. Connect each power cord to the power source.

11. Power up the server (on page 17).

To configure arrays, see the HP Smart Storage Administrator User Guide on the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/go/smartstorage/docs).

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Installing a hot-plug drive

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

To install the component:

1. If installed, remove the security bezel ("Remove the security bezel (optional)" on page 19).

2. Remove the drive blank.

3. Prepare the drive.

all bays are populated with either a component or a blank.

4. Install the drive.

5. Determine the status of the drive from the drive LED definitions ("Hot-plug drive LED definitions" on page

14).

6. If removed, install the security bezel ("Security bezel option" on page 38).

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To configure arrays, see the HP Smart Storage Administrator User Guide on the HP website

After the server is powered down, wait for 30 seconds, and then check the amber LED

er LED flashes after 30 seconds,

(http://www.hp.com/go/smartstorage/docs).

Controller options

The server ships with an embedded HP Dynamic Smart Array B140i Controller. For more information about
the controller and its features, see the HP Dynamic Smart Array B140i RAID Controller User Guide on the HP
website (http://www.hp.com/go/smartstorage/docs).

Upgrade options exist for an integrated array controller. For a list of supported options, see the product
QuickSpecs on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/qs).

To configure arrays, see the HP Smart Storage Administrator User Guide on the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/go/smartstorage/docs).

The server supports FBWC. FBWC consists of a cache module and an HP Smart Storage Battery Pack. The
DDR cache module buffers and stores data being written by an integrated Gen9 P-series Smart Array
Controller.

This server supports the 96-W HP Smart Storage Battery Pack. This battery pack can support up to 24
devices. Devices in this context refer to the HP Smart Array Controller or NVDIMM associated with the cache
module.

The battery pack might have a low charge when installed. If the battery does have low charge, a POST error
message appears when the server is powered up, indicating that the battery pack is temporarily disabled.
No action is necessary. The internal circuitry automatically recharges the batteries and enables the battery
pack. When the system is powered on this process might take approximately 2 hours.

If a system power failure occurs, a fully charged battery pack provides power for up to 150 seconds. During
that interval, the controller transfers the cached data from DDR memory to flash memory, where the data
remains indefinitely or until a controller retrieves the data. The data protection and the time limit also apply
if a power outage occurs. When power is restored to the system, an initialization process writes the
preserved data to the storage drives.

CAUTION: The cache module connector does not use the industry-standard DDR3 mini-DIMMs.

Do not use the controller with cache modules designed for other controller models, because the
controller can malfunction and you can lose data. Also, do not transfer this cache module to an
unsupported controller model, because you can lose data.

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

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

CAUTION:

before unplugging the cable from the cache module. If the amb
do not remove the cable from the cache module. The cache module is backing up data. Data will
be lost if the cable is detached when the amber LED is still flashing.

Installing a storage controller and FBWC module

Install H240 and P440 cards in slot 1 of the primary PCI riser cage.

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see
the product QuickSpecs on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/qs).

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IMPORTANT: For additional installation and configuration information, see the documentation

that ships with the option.

To install the component:

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Do one of the following:

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

4. Remove the access panel (on page 20).

5. Remove the secondary PCI riser cage. ("Remove the PCI riser cage" on page 23)

CAUTION: When connecting or disconnecting the cache module cable, the connectors on the

cache module and cable are susceptible to damage. Avoid excessive force and use caution to

6. If you intend to use an FBWC module, install the module on the storage controller. Depending on the

avoid damage to these connectors.

controller model, the cable connector on the cache module might be facing up or down when the
module is installed on the controller board.

a. Connect the cache module backup power cable to the module.

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b. Install the cache module on the storage controller.

7. Install the storage controller.

H240 and P440 cards can only be installed in slot 1 of the primary PCI riser cage.

8. If you installed a cache module on the storage controller, connect the cache module cable to the system

board connector. For cache module cabling information, see "FBWC cabling (on page 85)".

9. Connect all necessary internal cables to the storage controller. For internal drive cabling information,

see "Storage cabling (on page 78)."

10. If you are planning to install an HP Smart Storage Battery Pack, install it now ("Installing the battery

pack" on page 44).

11. Install the secondary PCI riser cage. ("Install the PCI riser cage" on page 25)

12. Install the access panel (on page 21).

13. Do one of the following:

o Slide the server into the rack.

o Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

14. Power up the server (on page 17).

15. If you are planning to install new drives, install them now ("Drive options" on page 38).

For more information about the integrated storage controller and its features, select the relevant user
documentation on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/smartstorage/docs).

To configure arrays, see the HP Smart Storage Administrator User Guide on the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/go/smartstorage/docs).

Installing the battery pack

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see
the product QuickSpecs on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/qs).

CAUTION: In systems that use external data storage, be sure that the server is the first unit to be

powered down and the last to be powered back up. Taking this precaution ensures that the system

To install the component:

does not erroneously mark the external drives as failed when the server is powered up.

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

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2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Do one of the following:

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

4. Remove the access panel (on page 20).

5. Install the HP Smart Storage Battery:

6. Install the access panel (on page 21).

7. Do one of the following:

o Slide the server into the rack.

o Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

8. Power up the server (on page 17).

Drive cable options

Use these drive cable options to install an HP Host Bus Adapter or an HP Smart Array Controller board
option.

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see

Mini-SAS cable options

the product QuickSpecs on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/qs).

To connect the cable option:

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.

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b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Do one of the following:

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

4. Remove the access panel (on page 20).

5. Remove the secondary PCI riser cage ("Remove the PCI riser cage" on page 23).

6. Remove the baffle from the controller board.

7. Disconnect the existing Mini-SAS cables from the system board and the drive backplane.

8. If you intend to use a cache module and a HP Smart Storage Battery, install these options now.

("Controller options" on page 42)

9. Install the storage controller ("Expansion board options" on page 64).

H240 and P440 boards can only be installed in slot 1.

10. Connect the common end of the Mini-SAS cable to the controller option.

11. Install the secondary PCI riser cage ("Install the PCI riser cage" on page 25).

12. Route the Mini-SAS cables alongside the system board and connect the connectors to the drive

backplane.

o H240 Host Bus Adapter to the 4 LFF drive backplane

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o H240 Host Bus Adapter to the 8 SFF drive backplane

o P440 Smart Array Controller to the 4 LFF drive backplane

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o P440 Smart Array Controller to the 8 SFF drive backplane

13. Connect the rest of the drive cables required in this drive configuration. For more information, see

"Storage cabling (on page 78)."

14. Install the access panel (on page 21).

15. Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

16. Power up the server (on page 17).

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

all bays are populated with either a component or a blank.

17. Install the drives ("Drive options" on page 38).

Optical drive option

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see
the product QuickSpecs on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/qs).

To install the component:

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Do one of the following:

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

4. Remove the access panel (on page 20).

5. Remove the optical drive blank

Retain the blank for future use.

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o Four-bay LFF configuration

o Eight-bay SFF configuration

6. Install the optical drive into the bay.

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o Four-bay LFF configuration

o Eight-bay SFF configuration

After sliding in the optical drive, be sure to secure the drive with the screw.

7. Connect the optical drive cable to the optical drive.

8. Route the optical drive cable through the cable clip and connect the cable to the system board SATA

connector, and then connect the power cable to the system board power cable connector.

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o Four-bay LFF configuration

o Eight-bay SFF configuration

9. Install the access panel (on page 21).

10. Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

11. Power up the server (on page 17).

Redundant fan option

To provide sufficient airflow to the system if a fan rotor fails, the server supports redundant fans.

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Fan population guidelines

To provide sufficient airflow to the system if a fan fails, the server supports redundant fans.

Configuration Fan bay 1 Fan bay 2 Fan bay 3 Fan bay 4 Fan bay 5

Non-redundant
Redundant*
Non-redundant (for

high efficiency
processors
exceeding 105W)

* Fan redundancy is not supported for processors exceeding 105W.

Fan Fan Blank Fan Blank
Fan Fan Fan Fan Fan
Fan Fan Fan Fan Blank

• In the redundant fan mode:

o If one fan rotor fails, the system continues to operate without redundancy. This condition is indicated

by a flashing amber Health LED.

o If two fan rotors fail, the system shuts down.

o The minimum fan requirement to make this server bootable is three fans.

Installing a hot-swap fan module

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

To install the component:

internal system components to cool before touching them.

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Do one of the following:

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

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o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

4. Remove the access panel (on page 20).

5. Remove the air baffle (on page 21).

6. To determine which fan blanks need to be removed to install the additional fans, see "Fan population

guidelines."

7. Remove the fan blank.

8. Install the fan.

CAUTION: The fan does not have a fan guard. Special attention is needed when removing or

installing the fan to prevent finger injury.

9. Connect the fan cable to the system board.

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

all bays are populated with either a component or a blank.

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10. Install the air baffle (on page 22).

Dual

32 GB

2133 MT/s

STD

Single

2133 MT/s

11. Install the access panel (on page 21).

12. Do one of the following:

o Slide the server into the rack.

o Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

13. Power up the server (on page 17).

Memory options

IMPORTANT: This server does not support mixing LRDIMMs and RDIMMs. Attempting to mix any

The memory subsystem in this server can support LRDIMMs or RDIMMs:

• RDIMMs offer address parity protection.

• LRDIMMs support higher densities than single-rank and dual-rank RDIMMs. This support enables you to

All types are referred to as DIMMs when the information applies to all types. When specified as LRDIMM or
RDIMM, the information applies to that type only. All memory installed in the server must be of the same type.

The server supports the following DIMM speeds:

• Single-rank and dual-rank PC4-2133 (DDR4-2133) RDIMMs operating at up to 2133 MT/s

• Dual-rank and quad-rank PC4-2133 (DDR4-2133) LRDIMMs operating at up to 2133 MT/s

Depending on the processor model, the number of DIMMs installed, and whether LRDIMMs or RDIMMs are
installed, the memory clock speed might be reduced to 1600 MT/s.

combination of these DIMMs can cause the server to halt during BIOS initialization.

install more high capacity DIMMs, resulting in higher system capacities and higher bandwidth.

Supported DIMM specifications

Type Rank Capacity Native speed Voltage

RDIMM
RDIMM
RDIMM
RDIMM

LRDIMM
RDIMM
LRDIMM

Populated DIMM speed (MT/s)

Single 4 GB 2133 MT/s STD
Single 8 GB 2133 MT/s STD
Dual 8 GB 2133 MT/s STD
Dual 16 GB 2133 MT/s STD

Dual 16 GB 2133 MT/s STD

Quad 32 GB 2133 MT/s STD

Type Rank 1 DIMM per channel

RDIMM
RDIMM
LRDIMM
LRDIMM

Dual 2133 MT/s
Dual 2133 MT/s
Quad 2133 MT/s

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HP SmartMemory

HP SmartMemory authenticates and unlocks certain features available only on HP Qualified memory and
verifies whether installed memory has passed HP qualification and test processes. Qualified memory is
performance-tuned for HP ProLiant and BladeSystem servers and provides future enhanced support through
HP Active Health and manageability software.

The memory subsystem in this server is divided into channels. The processor supports four channels, and each
channel supports two DIMM slots.

Channel Population order Slot number

1

2

3

4

A
E

B
F

C
G

D
H

1
2

3
4

8
7

6
5

For the location of the slot numbers, see "DIMM slot locations (on page 13)."

DIMM slots in this server are identified by number and by letter. Letters identify the population order. Slot
numbers indicate the DIMM slot ID for spare replacement.

Single-, dual-, and quad-rank DIMMs

To understand and configure memory protection modes properly, an understanding of single-, dual-, and
quad-rank DIMMs is helpful. Some DIMM configuration requirements are based on these classifications.

A single-rank DIMM has one set of memory chips that is accessed while writing to or reading from the
memory. A dual-rank DIMM is similar to having two single-rank DIMMs on the same module, with only one
rank accessible at a time. A quad-rank DIMM is, effectively, two dual-rank DIMMs on the same module. Only
one rank is accessible at a time. The server memory control subsystem selects the proper rank within the
DIMM when writing to or reading from the DIMM.

Dual- and quad-rank DIMMs provide the greatest capacity with the existing memory technology. For
example, if current DRAM technology supports 8-GB single-rank DIMMs, a dual-rank DIMM would be 16
GB, and a quad-rank DIMM would be 32 GB.

LRDIMMs are labeled as quad-rank DIMMs. There are four ranks of DRAM on the DIMM, but the LRDIMM
buffer creates an abstraction that allows the DIMM to appear as a dual-rank DIMM to the system. The
LRDIMM buffer isolates the electrical loading of the DRAM from the system to allow for faster operation. This

allows higher memory operating speed compared to quad-rank RDIMMs.

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DIMM identification

To determine DIMM characteristics, use the label attached to the DIMM and the following illustration and
table.

Item Description Definition

1

2

3

4

5

6
7

Capacity 8 GB

16 GB
32 GB

Rank 1R = Single-rank

2R = Dual-rank
4R = Quad-rank

Data width x4 = 4-bit

x8 = 8-bit

Memory generation DDR4

Maximum memory
speed
CAS latency P=15

DIMM type R = RDIMM (registered)

2133 MT/s

L = LRDIMM (load reduced)

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see
the product QuickSpecs on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/qs).

Memory configurations

To optimize server availability, the server supports the following AMP modes:

• Advanced ECC—Provides up to 4-bit error correction and enhanced performance over Lockstep mode.

This mode is the default option for this server.

• Online spare memory—Provides protection against failing or degraded DIMMs. Certain memory is

reserved as spare, and automatic failover to spare memory occurs when the system detects a DIMM that
is degrading. This allows DIMMs that have a higher probability of receiving an uncorrectable memory
error (which would result in system downtime) to be removed from operation.

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Advanced Memory Protection options are configured in the BIOS/Platform Configuration (RBSU). If the
requested AMP mode is not supported by the installed DIMM configuration, the server boots in Advanced
ECC mode. For more information, see the HP UEFI System Utilities User Guide for HP ProLiant Gen9 Servers
on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/ProLiantUEFI/docs).

Maximum capacity

DIMM type DIMM rank Total capacity

RDIMM
RDIMM
RDIMM
LRDIMM
RDIMM

Single-rank (4 GB) 32 GB
Single-rank (8 GB) 64 GB
Dual-rank (16 GB) 128 GB
Quad-rank (32 GB) 256 GB
Dual-rank (32 GB) 256 GB

For the latest memory configuration information, see the product QuickSpecs on the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/go/qs).

Advanced ECC memory configuration

Advanced ECC memory is the default memory protection mode for this server. Standard ECC can correct
single-bit memory errors and detect multi-bit memory errors. When multi-bit errors are detected using
Standard ECC, the error is signaled to the server and causes the server to halt.

Advanced ECC protects the server against some multi-bit memory errors. Advanced ECC can correct both
single-bit memory errors and 4-bit memory errors if all failed bits are on the same DRAM device on the DIMM.

Advanced ECC provides additional protection over Standard ECC because it is possible to correct certain
memory errors that would otherwise be uncorrected and result in a server failure. Using HP Advanced
Memory Error Detection technology, the server provides notification when a DIMM is degrading and has a
higher probability of uncorrectable memory error.

Online Spare memory configuration

Online spare memory provides protection against degraded DIMMs by reducing the likelihood of
uncorrected memory errors. This protection is available without any operating system support.

Online spare memory protection dedicates one rank of each memory channel for use as spare memory. The
remaining ranks are available for OS and application use. If correctable memory errors occur at a rate
higher than a specific threshold on any of the non-spare ranks, the server automatically copies the memory
contents of the degraded rank to the online spare rank. The server then deactivates the failing rank and
automatically switches over to the online spare rank.

Mirrored memory configuration

Mirroring provides protection against uncorrected memory errors that would otherwise result in server
downtime. Mirroring is performed at the channel level. Channels 1 and 2 are used; channel 3 is not
populated.

Data is written to both memory channels. Data is read from one of the two memory channels. If an
uncorrectable error is detected in the active memory channel, data is retrieved from the mirror channel. This

channel becomes the new active channel, and the system disables the channel with the failed DIMM.

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General DIMM slot population guidelines

Observe the following guidelines for all AMP modes:

• Do not mix LRDIMMs and RDIMMs.

• White DIMM slots denote the first slot of a channel (Ch 1-A, Ch 2-B, Ch 3-C, Ch 4-D).

• Install DIMMs in sequential alphabetic order: A, B, C, D, E, and so forth.

• When single-rank, dual-rank, and quad-rank DIMMs are populated for two DIMMs per channel, always

populate the higher number rank DIMM first (starting from the farthest slot). For example, first quad-rank
DIMM, then dual-rank DIMM, and then lastly single-rank DIMM.

• DIMMs should be populated starting farthest from the processor on each channel.

For more information about server memory, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/memory).

The DIMM speeds supported in this server are listed in the following table:

Populated slots
(per channel)

1
2

Rank Speeds supported (MT/s)

Single, dual, or quad-rank 2133
Single, dual, or quad-rank 2133

Advanced ECC population guidelines

For Advanced ECC mode configurations, observe the following guidelines:

• Observe the general DIMM slot population guidelines.

• DIMMs may be installed individually.

Online spare population guidelines

For Online Spare memory mode configurations, observe the following guidelines:

• Observe the general DIMM slot population guidelines.

• Each channel must have a valid online spare configuration.

• Each channel can have a different valid online spare configuration.

• Each populated channel must have a spare rank. A single dual-rank DIMM is not a valid configuration.

Mirrored Memory population guidelines

For Mirrored Memory mode configurations, observe the following guidelines:

• Observe the general DIMM slot population guidelines.

• Always install DIMMs in channels 1 and 2 for each installed processor.

• Do not install DIMMs in channel 3 for any processor.

• DIMMs installed on channel 1 and channel 2 of an installed processor must be identical.

• In multi-processor configurations, each processor must have a valid Mirrored Memory configuration.

• In multi-processor configurations, each processor may have a different valid Mirrored Memory

configuration.

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Installing a DIMM

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Do one of the following:

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

4. Remove the access panel (on page 20).

5. Open the DIMM slot latches.

6. Install the DIMM.

7. Install the access panel (on page 21).

8. Do one of the following:

o Slide the server into the rack.

o Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

9. Power up the server (on page 17).

After installing the DIMMs, to configure memory protection mode, use RBSU.

FlexibleLOM option

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see
the product QuickSpecs on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/qs).

To install the component:

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

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3. Do one of the following:

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

4. Remove the access panel (on page 20).

5. If necessary, disconnect any internal cables connected to the system board.

6. Remove the PCI riser cage.

Retain the cage and screws for future use.

7. Remove the blank from the FLexibleLOM slot of the riser cage.

8. Install the component:
a. Firmly seat the FlexibleLOM into the slot.

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b. Tighten the T-15 screw to secure the component.

9. Align the PCI riser board with the corresponding connector on the system board, and then press down

the riser cage.

10. Tighten the two screws to secure the assembly.

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

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

11. Install the access panel (on page 21).

12. Do one of the following:

o Slide the server into the rack.

o Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

13. Power up the server (on page 17).

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PCIe x8 Full-height riser option

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

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see
the product QuickSpecs on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/qs).

To install the component:

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Remove all power:

3. Do one of the following:

4. Remove the access panel (on page 20).

5. Remove the PCI blank.

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

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

Retain the blank and screws for future use.

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6. Remove the slot cover from the riser cage.

7. Install the expansion board.

8. Align the PCI riser board with the corresponding connector on the system board, and then press down

the riser cage.

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9. Tighten the two screws to secure the cage.

10. Install the access panel (on page 21).

11. Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

12. Power up the server (on page 17).

Expansion board options

The server has both full-height/half-length and low-profile expansion slots for controller option installation.

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see
the product QuickSpecs on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/qs).

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the server or expansion boards, power down the server, and

To install the component:

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Remove all power:

3. Do one of the following:

disconnect all power cords before removing or installing the PCI riser cage.

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

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

a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

4. Remove the access panel (on page 20).

5. Remove the secondary PCI riser cage. ("Remove the PCI riser cage" on page 23)

6. Identify the expansion slot compatible with the new option, and then remove the cover opposite that

slot.

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o Slot 1 (If a secondary PCI riser cage is installed, remove the secondary cage before removing the

primary riser blank.)

o Slot 2

o Slot 3

7. Install the expansion board.

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o Slot 1 (If a secondary PCI riser cage is installed, remove the secondary cage before installing the

expansion board into slot 1.)

o Slot 2

o Slot 3

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8. Align the PCI riser board with the corresponding connector on the system board, and then press down

the riser cage.

9. Tighten the two screws to secure the cage.

IMPORTANT: The server does not power up if the PCI riser cage is not seated properly.

10. Install the access panel (on page 21).

11. Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

12. Power up the server (on page 17).

M.2 SSD enablement option

To install the component:

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Do one of the following:

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

4. Remove the access panel (on page 20).

5. Remove the PCI riser cage (on page 23).

6. Install the SSD module on the M.2 SSD enablement board:
a. Insert the SSD module into the SSD slot at a 45 degree angle, and then gently press it down against

the M.2 SSD Enablement board.

b. Secure the SSD module to the M.2 SSD enablement board with a screw.
c. Repeat the process if you are installing a second SSD module.

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There are two types of M.2 SSD enablement boards available. The single module M.2 SSD enablement
board can support only one SSD module. The dual module M.2 SSD enablement board can support
one or two SSD modules. The installation procedures below apply to both the single and dual module
M.2 enablement boards while the images below represent the dual module M.2 SSD enablement
board.

7. Install the M.2 SSD enablement board with SSD modules installed into the PCI riser cage, and then

connect the SATA cables to the enablement board.

The M.2 SSD enablement board can only be installed in slot 2 and 3.

The M.2 SSD enablement board must be installed with the separately purchased M.2 SSD SATA right
angle cable option. Do not use the vertical cables that come standard with the M.2 SSD enablement
option.

o Slot 2

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o Slot 3

8. Install the PCI riser cage (on page 25).

9. Connect the SATA cables to the SATA connectors on the system board.

For slot 2 and 3 cable routing, see "M.2 SSD SATA cabling (on page 82)."

10. Install the access panel (on page 21).

11. Do one of the following:

o Slide the server into the rack.

o Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

12. Power up the server (on page 17).

Redundant power supply option

Install the RPS backplane option to improve power efficiency and enable power redundancy. Power
redundancy requires the installation of two power input modules. This module is not part of the RPS
backplane option kit.

When this RPS backplane and a single power input module are installed in the server, you can install or
remove a second power input module without powering down the server.

To install the component:

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Do one of the following:

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

4. Remove the access panel (on page 20).

5. Prepare the server for removal of the existing power supply:

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a. Remove all server components that block access to the power supply cables and screws.
b. Disconnect all server cables that block access to the power supply cables and screws.
c. Disconnect all power supply cables from the system board and drive cage.

6. Remove the existing power supply.

7. Remove all other components specifically associated with the removed power supply.

8. Install the RPS backplane:
a. Install the RPS backplane into the server.

b. Connect the RPS backplane cables to the system board. For information on cable routing, see "HP

Power supply cabling (on page 87)".

9. Install a hot-plug power input module into the power supply bay 1.

For more information on power supply bay locations, see "Rear panel components (on page 10)".

10. If you intend to enable power redundancy in the server, install a second power input module into power

supply bay 2:

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a. Remove the power supply blank.

amage, do not operate the server unless

b. Install a hot-plug power input module into power supply bay 2.

11. Reconnect all server cables that were disconnected to access the removed power supply.

12. Reinstall all server components that were removed to access the removed power supply.

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

all bays are populated with either a component or a blank.

13. Install the access panel (on page 21).

14. Do one of the following:

o Slide the server into the rack.

o Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

15. Power up the server (on page 17).

GPU enablement option

CAUTION: To prevent improper cooling and thermal d

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see
the product QuickSpecs on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/qs).

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

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To install the component:

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Do one of the following:

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

4. Remove the access panel (on page 20).

5. Remove the air baffle.

6. Remove the PCI blank or PCI cage, if installed.

Retain the blank and screws for future use.

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7. Remove the slot cover from the riser cage.

8. Install the GPU into the GPU riser slot.

9. Align the PCI riser board with the corresponding connector on the system board, and then press down

the riser cage.

10. Tighten the two screws to secure the cage.

11. Route the power cable through the cable clips, and then connect the power cable to the GPU. For GPU

cabling information, see "GPU cabling (on page 90)".

The GPU can only be supported by the 900 W power supply.

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12. Install the access panel (on page 21).

13. Do one of the following:

o Slide the server into the rack.

o Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

14. Power up the server (on page 17).

HP Trusted Platform Module option

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see
the product QuickSpecs on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/qs).

Use these instructions to install and enable a TPM on a supported server. This procedure includes three
sections:

1. Installing the Trusted Platform Module board.

2. Retaining the recovery key/password (on page 76).

3. Enabling the Trusted Platform Module (on page 76).

Enabling the TPM requires accessing BIOS/Platform Configuration (RBSU) in HP UEFI System Utilities
(on page 97).

TPM installation requires the use of drive encryption technology, such as the Microsoft Windows BitLocker
Drive Encryption feature. For more information on BitLocker, see the Microsoft website
(http://www.microsoft.com).

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

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

can cause hardware damage or halt data access.

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

board.

• When installing or replacing hardware, HP service providers cannot enable the TPM or the encryption

technology. For security reasons, only the customer can enable these features.

• When returning a system board for service replacement, do not remove the TPM from the system board.

When requested, HP Service provides a TPM with the spare system board.

• Any attempt to remove an installed TPM from the system board breaks or disfigures the TPM security

rivet. Upon locating a broken or disfigured rivet on an installed TPM, administrators should consider the
system compromised and take appropriate measures to ensure the integrity of the system data.

• When using BitLocker, always retain the recovery key/password. The recovery key/password is

required to enter Recovery Mode after BitLocker detects a possible compromise of system integrity.

• HP is not liable for blocked data access caused by improper TPM use. For operating instructions, see the

encryption technology feature documentation provided by the operating system.

Installing the Trusted Platform Module board

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

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

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

internal system components to cool before touching them.

To install the component:

1. Power down the server (on page 17).

2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.

3. Do one of the following:

o Extend the server from the rack (on page 17).

o Remove the server from the rack (on page 19).

4. Remove the access panel (on page 20).

5. Remove the secondary PCI riser cage. ("Remove the PCI riser cage" on page 23)

6. If an expansion board is installed in slot 1, remove the board before installing the TPM.

CAUTION: Any attempt to remove an installed TPM from the system board breaks or disfigures

the TPM security rivet. Upon locating a broken or disfigured rivet on an installed TPM,
administrators should consider the system compromised and take appropriate measures to ensure

7. Install the TPM board. Press down on the connector to seat the board ("System board components" on

the integrity of the system data.

page 12).

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8. Install the TPM security rivet by pressing the rivet firmly into the system board.

9. Install the secondary PCI riser cage. ("Install the PCI riser cage" on page 25)

10. Install the access panel (on page 21).

11. Do one of the following:

o Slide the server into the rack.

o Install the server into the rack ("Installing the server into the rack" on page 31).

12. Power up the server (on page 17).

Retaining the recovery key/password

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

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

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

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

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

Enabling the Trusted Platform Module

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

2. From the System Utilities screen, select System Configuration > BIOS/Platform Configuration (RBSU) >

Server Security.

3. Select Trusted Platform Module Options and press the Enter key.

4. Select Enabled to enable the TPM and BIOS secure startup. The TPM is fully functional in this mode.

5. Press the F10 key to save your selection.

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6. When prompted to save the change in System Utilities, press the Y key.

When a TPM is installed and enabled on the server, data access is locked if you fail

7. Press the ESC key to exit System Utilities. Then, press the Enter key when prompted to reboot the server.

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

You can now enable TPM functionality in the OS, such as Microsoft Windows BitLocker or measured boot.

CAUTION:

to follow the proper procedures for updating the system or option firmware, replacing the system
board, replacing a hard drive, or modifying OS application TPM settings.

For more information on firmware updates and hardware procedures, see the HP Trusted Platform Module
Best Practices White Paper on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support).

For more information on adjusting TPM usage in BitLocker, see the Microsoft website
(http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc732774.aspx).

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Cabling

Cabling overview

This section provides guidelines that help you make informed decisions about cabling the server and
hardware options to optimize performance.

For information on cabling peripheral components, refer to the white paper on high-density deployment at
the HP website (http://www.hp.com/products/servers/platforms).

CAUTION: When routing cables, always be sure that the cables are not in a position where they

Storage cabling

can be pinched or crimped.

Depending on the controller option installed, the actual storage controller connectors might look different
from what is shown in this section.

Four-bay LFF non-hot-plug drive cabling

• Four-bay LFF non-hot-plug drive backplane connected to the system board

Item Description

1
2

Drive power cable
Mini-SAS cable

Cabling 78

• Four-bay LFF non-hot-plug drive backplane connected to the H240 host-bus adapter

Item Description

1
2

Drive power cable
Mini-SAS cable

Four-bay LFF hot-plug drive cabling

• Four-bay LFF drive backplane connected to the system board

Item Description

1
2

Drive power cable
Mini-SAS cable

Cabling 79

• Four-bay LFF drive backplane connected to a P440 controller in the low-profile expansion slot

Item Description

1
2

Drive power cable
Mini-SAS cable

• Four-bay LFF drive backplane connected to an H240 adapter in the low-profile expansion slot

Item Description

1
2

Drive power cable
Mini-SAS cable

Cabling 80

Eight-bay SFF hot-plug drive cabling

• Eight-bay SFF drive backplane connected to the system board

Item Description

1
2

Drive power cable
Mini-SAS cable

• Eight-bay SFF drive backplane connected to a P440 controller in the low-profile expansion slot

Item Description

1
2

Drive power cable
Mini-SAS cable

Cabling 81

• Eight-bay SFF drive backplane connected to an H240 adapter in the low-profile expansion slot

Item Description

1
2

Drive power cable
Mini-SAS cable

M.2 SSD SATA cabling

• Slot 2 cable routing (2 ports supported when slot 1 is unoccupied)

Cabling 82

• Slot 2 cable routing (1 port supported when slot 1 is occupied)

• Slot 3 cable routing (2 ports supported when slot 1 is unoccupied)

Cabling 83

• Slot 3 cable routing (1 port supported when slot 1 is occupied)

• Slot 2 cable routing with FlexibleLOM riser (2 ports supported when slot 1 is unoccupied)

Cabling 84

• Slot 2 cable routing with FlexibleLOM riser (1 port supported when slot 1 is occupied)

FBWC cabling

Depending on the controller option installed, the actual storage controller connectors might look different
from what is shown in this section.

• FBWC module cabling for storage controller installed in PCIe slot 1

Cabling 85

• FBWC module cabling for storage controller installed in PCIe slot 2

• FBWC module cabling for storage controller installed in PCIe slot 3

Cabling 86

HP Smart Storage battery cabling

HP Power supply cabling

• HP 550 W Power Supply cabling

Item Description

1
2

16-pin power supply sideband signal cable
24-pin power supply cable

Cabling 87

• HP RPS backplane cabling

Item Description

1
2
3

16-pin power supply sideband signal cable
24-pin power supply cable
10-pin RPS cable for GPU

Optical drive cabling

• Four-bay LFF configuration

Item Description

1
2

Drive power cable
Optical drive cable

Cabling 88

• Eight-bay SFF configuration

Item Description

1
2

Drive power cable
Optical drive cable

Front I/O cabling

• Four-bay LFF configuration

Item Description

1
2
3

Front I/O cable
USB 2.0 connector cable
Ambient temperature sensor cable

Cabling 89

• Eight-bay SFF configuration

Item Description

1
2
3

Front I/O cable
USB 2.0 connector cable
Ambient temperature sensor cable

GPU cabling

Cabling 90

Software and configuration utilities

Online

Server mode

The software and configuration utilities presented in this section operate in online mode, offline mode, or in
both modes.

Software or configuration utility Server mode

HP iLO (on page 91)

Active Health System (on page 92)

HP RESTful API support for HP iLO (on page 93)
Integrated Management Log (on page 93)
HP Insight Remote Support (on page 94)

HP Insight Online (on page 94)
Intelligent Provisioning (on page 94)
HP Insight Diagnostics (on page 95)
Erase Utility (on page 95)
Scripting Toolkit for Windows and Linux (on page 96)

HP Service Pack for ProLiant (on page 96)
HP Smart Update Manager (on page 96)
HP UEFI System Utilities (on page 97)
HP Smart Storage Administrator (on page 100)
FWUPDATE utility (on page 102)

Product QuickSpecs

Online and Offline

Online and Offline

Online and Offline
Online and Offline

Online
Offline
Online and Offline
Offline
Online

Online and Offline
Online and Offline
Offline
Online and Offline
Offline

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see
the product QuickSpecs on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/qs).

HP iLO

The iLO 4 subsystem is a standard component of HP ProLiant servers that simplifies initial server setup, server
health monitoring, power and thermal optimization, and remote server administration. The iLO 4 subsystem
includes an intelligent microprocessor, secure memory, and a dedicated network interface. This design
makes iLO 4 independent of the host server and its operating system.

iLO 4 enables and manages the Active Health System (on page 92) and also features Agentless
Management. All key internal subsystems are monitored by iLO 4. If enabled, SNMP alerts are sent directly
by iLO 4 regardless of the host operating system or even if no host operating system is installed.

Embedded remote support software is available on HP ProLiant Gen8 and later servers with iLO 4, regardless
of the operating system software and without installing OS agents on the server.

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Using iLO 4, you can do the following:

• Access a high-performance and secure Integrated Remote Console to the server from anywhere in the

world if you have a network connection to the server.

• Use the shared .NET Integrated Remote Console to collaborate with up to four server administrators.

• Remotely mount high-performance Virtual Media devices to the server.

• Securely and remotely control the power state of the managed server.

• Implement true Agentless Management with SNMP alerts from HP iLO, regardless of the state of the host

server.

• Download the Active Health System log.

• Register for HP Insight Remote Support.

• Use iLO Federation to manage multiple servers from one system running the iLO web interface.

• Use Virtual Power and Virtual Media from the GUI, the CLI, or the iLO scripting toolkit for many tasks,

including the automation of deployment and provisioning.

• Control iLO by using a remote management tool.

For more information about iLO 4 features, see the iLO 4 documentation on the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/go/ilo/docs).

The HP iLO 4 hardware and firmware features and functionality, such as NAND size and embedded user
partition, vary depending on the server model. For a complete list of supported features and functionality, see
the HP iLO 4 QuickSpecs on the HP website
(http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/quickspecs/14276_div/14276_div.pdf).

Active Health System

HP Active Health System provides the following features:

• Combined diagnostics tools/scanners

• Always on, continuous monitoring for increased stability and shorter downtimes

• Rich configuration history

• Health and service alerts

• Easy export and upload to Service and Support

The HP Active Health System monitors and records changes in the server hardware and system configuration.
The Active Health System assists in diagnosing problems and delivering rapid resolution if server failures
occur.

The Active Health System collects the following types of data:

• Server model

• Serial number

• Processor model and speed

• Storage capacity and speed

• Memory capacity and speed

• Firmware/BIOS

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HP Active Health System does not collect information about Active Health System users' operations, finances,
customers, employees, partners, or data center, such as IP addresses, host names, user names, and
passwords. HP Active Health System does not parse or change operating system data from third-party error
event log activities, such as content created or passed through by the operating system.

The data that is collected is managed according to the HP Data Privacy policy. For more information see the
HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/privacy).

The Active Health System, in conjunction with the system monitoring provided by Agentless Management or
SNMP Pass-thru, provides continuous monitoring of hardware and configuration changes, system status, and
service alerts for various server components.

The Agentless Management Service is available in the SPP, which can be downloaded from the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/go/spp/download). The Active Health System log can be downloaded manually from
iLO 4 or HP Intelligent Provisioning and sent to HP.

For more information, see the following documents:

• HP iLO User Guide on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/ilo/docs)

• HP Intelligent Provisioning User Guide on the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/go/intelligentprovisioning/docs)

HP RESTful API support for HP iLO

HP iLO 4 firmware version 2.00 and later includes the HP RESTful API. The HP RESTful API is a management
interface that server management tools can use to perform configuration, inventory, and monitoring of an HP
ProLiant server via iLO. A REST client sends HTTPS operations to the iLO web server to GET and PATCH
JSON-formatted data, and to configure supported iLO and server settings, such as the UEFI BIOS settings.

HP iLO 4 supports the HP RESTful API with HP ProLiant Gen8 and later servers. For more information about
the HP RESTful API, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support/restfulinterface/docs).

Integrated Management Log

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

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

• From within HP SIM

• From within HP UEFI System Utilities (on page 97)

• From within the Embedded UEFI shell (on page 99)

• From within operating system-specific IML viewers:

o For Windows: IML Viewer

o For Linux: IML Viewer Application

• From within the iLO 4 web interface

• From within HP Insight Diagnostics (on page 95)

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HP Insight Remote Support

HP strongly recommends that you register your device for remote support to enable enhanced delivery of
your HP Warranty, HP Care Pack Service, or HP contractual support agreement. HP Insight Remote Support
supplements your monitoring continuously to ensure maximum system availability by providing intelligent
event diagnosis, and automatic, secure submission of hardware event notifications to HP, which will initiate
a fast and accurate resolution, based on your product’s service level. Notifications can be sent to your
authorized HP Channel Partner for onsite service, if configured and available in your country.

For more information, see HP Insight Remote Support and Insight Online Setup Guide for ProLiant Servers
and BladeSystem c-Class Enclosures on the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/go/insightremotesupport/docs). HP Insight Remote Support is available as part of HP

HP Insight Remote Support central connect

Warranty, HP Care Pack Service, or HP contractual support agreement.

When you use the embedded Remote Support functionality with HP ProLiant Gen8 and later server models
and HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosures, you can register a server or rack to communicate to HP through an
HP Insight Remote Support centralized Hosting Device in your local environment. All configuration and
service event information is routed through the Hosting Device. This information can be viewed by using the
local HP Insight Remote Support user interface or the web-based view in HP Insight Online.

For more information, see HP Insight Remote Support Release Notes on the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/go/insightremotesupport/docs).

HP Insight Online direct connect

When you use the embedded Remote Support functionality with HP ProLiant Gen8 and later server models
and HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosures, you can register a server or rack to communicate directly to HP
Insight Online without the need to set up an HP Insight Remote Support centralized Hosting Device in your
local environment. HP Insight Online will be your primary interface for remote support information.

For more information, see the product documentation on the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/go/insightremotesupport/docs).

HP Insight Online

HP Insight Online is a capability of the HP Support Center portal. Combined with HP Insight Remote Support
central connect or HP Insight Online direct connect, it automatically aggregates device health, asset, and
support information with contract and warranty information, and then secures it in a single, personalized
dashboard that is viewable from anywhere at any time. The dashboard organizes your IT and service data
to help you understand and respond to that information more quickly. With specific authorization from you,
an authorized HP Channel Partner can also view your IT environment remotely using HP Insight Online.

For more information about using HP Insight Online, see the HP Insight Online User’s Guide on the HP
website (http://www.hp.com/go/insightremotesupport/docs).

Intelligent Provisioning

Intelligent Provisioning is a single-server deployment tool embedded in HP ProLiant Gen8 and later servers
that simplifies HP ProLiant server setup, providing a reliable and consistent way to deploy HP ProLiant server
configurations:

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• Intelligent Provisioning assists with the OS installation process by preparing the system for installing

"off-the-shelf" and HP branded versions of operating system software and integrating optimized HP
ProLiant server support software.

• Intelligent Provisioning provides maintenance-related tasks using the Perform Maintenance window.

• Intelligent Provisioning provides installation help for Microsoft Windows, Red Hat and SUSE Linux, and

VMware operating systems. For specific OS support, see the HP Intelligent Provisioning Release Notes
on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/intelligentprovisioning/docs).

For more information about Intelligent Provisioning software, see the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/go/intelligentprovisioning). For Intelligent Provisioning recovery media downloads,
see the Resources tab on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/ilo). For consolidated drive and firmware
update packages, see the HP Smart Update: Server Firmware and Driver Updates page on the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/go/SmartUpdate).

HP Insight Diagnostics

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

HP Insight Diagnostics Offline Edition performs various in-depth system and component testing while the OS
is not running. To run this utility, boot the server using Intelligent Provisioning (on page 94).

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

For more information or to download the utility, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/diags). HP
Insight Diagnostics Online Edition is also available in the SPP ("HP Service Pack for ProLiant" on page 96).

HP Insight Diagnostics survey functionality

HP Insight Diagnostics (on page 95) provides survey functionality that gathers critical hardware and software
information on ProLiant servers.

This functionality supports operating systems that are supported by the server. For operating systems
supported by the server, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/supportos).

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

Survey functionality is installed with every Intelligent Provisioning-assisted HP Insight Diagnostics installation,
or it can be installed through the SPP ("HP Service Pack for ProLiant" on page 96).

Erase Utility

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

original factory state, deletes the current hardware configuration information, including array
setup and disk partitioning, and erases all connected hard drives completely. Before using this

Use the Erase Utility to erase drives and Active Health System logs, and to reset UEFI System Utilities settings.
Run the Erase Utility if you must erase the system for the following reasons:

utility, see the instructions in the HP Intelligent Provisioning User Guide.

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

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

To access the Erase Utility, click the Perform Maintenance icon from the Intelligent Provisioning home screen,
and then select Erase.

For more information about the Erase Utility, see the HP Intelligent Provisioning User Guide on the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/go/intelligentprovisioning/docs).

Scripting Toolkit for Windows and Linux

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

The Scripting Toolkit provides a flexible way to create standard server configuration scripts. These scripts are
used to automate many of the manual steps in the server configuration process. This automated server
configuration process cuts time from each deployment, making it possible to scale rapid, high-volume server
deployments.

For more information, and to download the Scripting Toolkit, see the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/go/ProLiant/STK).

HP Service Pack for ProLiant

SPP is a comprehensive systems software (drivers and firmware) solution delivered as a single package with
major server releases. This solution uses HP SUM as the deployment tool and is tested on all supported HP
ProLiant servers including HP ProLiant Gen8 and later servers.

SPP can be used in an online mode on a Windows or Linux hosted operating system, or in an offline mode
where the server is booted to an operating system included on the ISO file so that the server can be updated
automatically with no user interaction or updated in interactive mode.

For more information or to download SPP, see one of the following pages on the HP website:

• HP Service Pack for ProLiant download page (http://www.hp.com/go/spp)

HP Smart Update Manager

• HP Smart Update: Server Firmware and Driver Updates page (http://www.hp.com/go/SmartUpdate)

HP SUM is a product used to install and update firmware, drivers, and systems software on HP ProLiant
servers. HP SUM provides a GUI and a command-line scriptable interface for deployment of systems software
for single or one-to-many HP ProLiant servers and network-based targets, such as iLOs, OAs, and VC Ethernet
and Fibre Channel modules.

For more information about HP SUM, see the product page on the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/go/hpsum).

To download HP SUM, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/hpsum/download).

To access the HP Smart Update Manager User Guide, see the HP SUM Information Library

(http://www.hp.com/go/hpsum/documentation).

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HP UEFI System Utilities

F10

The HP UEFI System Utilities is embedded in the system ROM. The UEFI System Utilities enable you to perform
a wide range of configuration activities, including:

• Configuring system devices and installed options

• Enabling and disabling system features

• Displaying system information

• Selecting the primary boot controller

• Configuring memory options

• Selecting a language

• Launching other pre-boot environments such as the Embedded UEFI Shell and Intelligent Provisioning

For more information on the HP UEFI System Utilities, see the HP UEFI System Utilities User Guide for HP
ProLiant Gen9 Servers on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/ProLiantUEFI/docs).

Scan the QR code located at the bottom of the screen to access mobile-ready online help for the UEFI System
Utilities and UEFI Shell. For on-screen help, press F1.

Using HP UEFI System Utilities

To use the System Utilities, use the following keys.

Action Key

Access System Utilities
Navigate menus
Select items
Save selections
Access Help for a highlighted configuration

option*

*Scan the QR code on the screen to access online help for the UEFI System Utilities and UEFI Shell.

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

• Upon the first system power-up

• After defaults have been restored

Default configuration settings are sufficient for typical server operations; however, you can modify
configuration settings as needed. The system prompts you for access to the System Utilities each time the
system is powered up.

Flexible boot control

F9 during server POST
Up and Down arrows
Enter

F1

This feature enables you to do the following:

• Add Boot Options

o Browse all FAT16 and FAT32 file systems.

o Select an X64 UEFI application with an .EFI extension to add as a new UEFI boot option, such as an

OS boot loader or other UEFI application.

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The new boot option is appended to the boot order list. When you select a file, you are prompted
to enter the boot option description (which is then displayed in the Boot menu), as well as any
optional data to be passed to an .EFI application.

• Boot to System Utilities

After pre-POST, the boot options screen appears. During this time, you can access the System Utilities
by pressing the F9 key.

• Choose between supported modes: Legacy BIOS Boot Mode or UEFI Boot Mode

IMPORTANT: If the default boot mode settings are different than the user defined settings, the

system may not boot the OS installation if the defaults are restored. To avoid this issue, use the
User Defined Defaults feature in UEFI System Utilities to override the factory default settings.

For more information, see the HP UEFI System Utilities User Guide for HP ProLiant Gen9 Servers on the HP
website (http://www.hp.com/go/ProLiantUEFI/docs).

Restoring and customizing configuration settings

You can reset all configuration settings to the factory default settings, or you can restore system default
configuration settings, which are used instead of the factory default settings.

You can also configure default settings as necessary, and then save the configuration as the custom default
configuration. When the system loads the default settings, it uses the custom default settings instead of the
factory defaults.

Secure Boot configuration

Secure Boot is integrated in the UEFI specification on which the HP implementation of UEFI is based. Secure
Boot is completely implemented in the BIOS and does not require special hardware. It ensures that each
component launched during the boot process is digitally signed and that the signature is validated against a
set of trusted certificates embedded in the UEFI BIOS. Secure Boot validates the software identity of the
following components in the boot process:

• UEFI drivers loaded from PCIe cards

• UEFI drivers loaded from mass storage devices

• Pre-boot UEFI shell applications

• OS UEFI boot loaders

Once enabled, only firmware components and operating systems with boot loaders that have an appropriate
digital signature can execute during the boot process. Only operating systems that support Secure Boot and
have an EFI boot loader signed with one of the authorized keys can boot when Secure Boot is enabled. For
more information about supported operating systems, see the HP UEFI System Utilities and Shell Release
Notes on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/ProLiantUEFI/docs).

A physically present user can customize the certificates embedded in the UEFI BIOS by adding/removing

their own certificates.

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Embedded UEFI shell

The system BIOS in all HP ProLiant Gen9 servers includes an Embedded UEFI Shell in the ROM. The UEFI
Shell environment provides an API, a command line prompt, and a set of CLIs that allow scripting, file
manipulation, and system information. These features enhance the capabilities of the UEFI System Utilities.

For more information, see the following documents:

• HP UEFI Shell User Guide for HP ProLiant Gen9 Servers on the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/go/ProLiantUEFI/docs)

• UEFI Shell Specification on the UEFI website (http://www.uefi.org/specifications)

Embedded Diagnostics option

The system BIOS in all HP ProLiant Gen9 servers includes an Embedded Diagnostics option in the ROM. The
Embedded Diagnostics option can run comprehensive diagnostics of the server hardware, including
processors, memory, drives, and other server components.

For more information on the Embedded Diagnostics option, see the HP UEFI System Utilities User Guide for
HP ProLiant Gen9 Servers on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/ProLiantUEFI/docs).

HP RESTful API support for UEFI

HP ProLiant Gen9 servers include support for a UEFI compliant System BIOS, along with UEFI System Utilities
and Embedded UEFI Shell pre-boot environments. HP ProLiant Gen9 servers also support configuring the
UEFI BIOS settings using the HP RESTful API, a management interface that server management tools can use
to perform configuration, inventory, and monitoring of an HP ProLiant server. A REST client uses HTTPS
operations to configure supported server settings, such as UEFI BIOS settings.

For more information about the HP RESTful API and the HP RESTful Interface Tool, see the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/support/restfulinterface/docs).

Re-entering the server serial number and product ID

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

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

2. Select the System Configuration > BIOS/Platform Configuration (RBSU) > Advanced Options >

Advanced System ROM Options > Serial Number, and then press the Enter key.

3. Enter the serial number and press the Enter key. The following message appears:

The serial number should only be modified by qualified service personnel.
This value should always match the serial number located on the chassis.

4. Press the Enter key to clear the warning.

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

6. Select Product ID. The following warning appears:

Warning: The Product ID should ONLY be modified by qualified service
personnel. This value should always match the Product ID located on the
chassis.

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

8. Press the F10 key to confirm exiting System Utilities. The server automatically reboots.

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Utilities and features

HP Smart Storage Administrator

HP SSA is a configuration and management tool for HP Smart Array controllers. Starting with HP ProLiant
Gen8 servers, HP SSA replaces ACU with an enhanced GUI and additional configuration features.

HP SSA exists in three interface formats: the HP SSA GUI, the HP SSA CLI, and HP SSA Scripting. Although
all formats provide support for configuration tasks, some of the advanced tasks are available in only one
format.

Some HP SSA features include the following:

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

RAID or stripe size migration

• Suggests the optimal configuration for an unconfigured system

• Provides diagnostic and SmartSSD Wear Gauge functionality on the Diagnostics tab

• For supported controllers, provides access to additional features.

For more information about HP SSA, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/hpssa).

Automatic Server Recovery

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

ASR increases server availability by restarting the server within a specified time after a system hang. You can
disable ASR from the System Management Homepage or through UEFI System Utilities.

USB support

HP servers support both USB 2.0 ports and USB 3.0 ports. Both types of ports support installing all types of
USB devices (USB 1.0, USB 2.0, and USB 3.0), but may run at lower speeds in specific situations:

• USB 3.0 capable devices operate at USB 2.0 speeds when installed in a USB 2.0 port.

• When the server is configured for UEFI Boot Mode, HP provides legacy USB support in the pre-boot

environment prior to the operating system loading for USB 1.0, USB 2.0 , and USB 3.0 speeds.

• When the server is configured for Legacy BIOS Boot Mode, HP provides legacy USB support in the

pre-boot environment prior to the operating system loading for USB 1.0 and USB 2.0 speeds. While
USB 3.0 ports can be used with all devices in Legacy BIOS Boot Mode, they are not available at USB

3.0 speeds in the pre-boot environment. Standard USB support (USB support from within the operating
system) is provided by the OS through the appropriate USB device drivers. Support for USB 3.0 varies
by operating system.

For maximum compatibility of USB 3.0 devices with all operating systems, HP provides a configuration
setting for USB 3.0 Mode. Auto is the default setting. This setting impacts USB 3.0 devices when connected
to USB 3.0 ports in the following manner:

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