HP PROLIANT ML530 User Manual

Compaq ProLiant ML530 Server Overview

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Overview of the ProLiant

The ProLiant ML530 933-MHz server is available with the Pentium III processor. This server includes all the features of the 800- and 866 MHz servers.

The 800- and 866 MHz servers can be upgraded to a ProLiant ML530 933-MHz server.

Table 1 identifies the 933-MHz server.

Table 1: Part Numbers and Configuration Codes for the ProLiant ML530 933-MHz Server

Server Description Part Number Configuration Code

ProLiant ML530 933/133 (tower) 161156-xxx FPR1 ProLiant ML530 933/133 (rack) 161158-xxx FPS1

Distinctive Features of the Upgraded ProLiant ML530 Server

ML530 933-MHz Server

The new model brings the following changes to the ProLiant ML530 Pentium III line:

n 933-MHz processor with 256KB integrated Level 2 cache n An updated ROMpaq image dated 12/21/99 or later, accessible from the

Compaq website: http://www.compaq.com/servers/support

Switch Settings

It is not necessary to modify internal switch settings when implementing the 933MHz server, either as an optional upgrade or as a newly procured system.

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Upgrade Path to the ProLiant ML530 933-MHz Server

The Pentium III 933-MHz Processor Option Kit is supported on the 800- and 866MHz servers, allowing customers an easy upgrade path.

Note

When upgrading to a 933-MHz system, you do not have to change the System I/O Board; however, you must run ROMPaq to upgrade the ROM.

Upgrade Options

Table 2 lists the upgrade option kits and spares kits for the 933-MHz processor. Refer to TechInfo for a complete list of options and part numbers.

Table 2: Options and Spare Part Numbers for the 933-MHz Processor Upgrades

Description Part Number Option or Spare

Xeon 933-MHz/133-MHz FSB Pentium III 256K Processor Option Kit (Processor and VRM) 174882-B21 Option

Xeon 933-MHz/133-MHz FSB Pentium III 256K Processor Spares Kit

187529-001 Spare

Software Supported

The 933-MHz server supports the same operating systems as the 800-MHz servers.

Service Considerations

The Pentium III Zion 1 processor cannot be down-clocked; therefore, all processors must use the same frequency. Compaq does not support mixing processor frequencies.

During POST, each processor and its initialization frequency is displayed. If POST detects processors of unlike frequency, ROM halts the system.

Important Notes

Important

Class B Regulatory Information—Your server currently complies with the FCC Class B requirements for digital devices. To maintain compliance with Class B regulations, you must install the enclosed material according to the instructions for this upgrade kit. Failure to follow these instructions may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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