Compaq AlphaServer ES40 Quick start guide

AlphaServer ES40
Model 1 to Model 2 Upgrade
Order Number: EK–ES4M2–UP. A01
This guide is intended for service providers and self-
maintenance customers who are upgrading a Compaq
AlphaServer ES40 system.
Compaq Computer Corporation

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Warning! This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause
radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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können bei Betrieb dieses Gerätes Rundfunkstörungen auftreten, in welchen Fällen der
Benutzer für entsprechende Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich ist.

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produit risque de créer des interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra alors à
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the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required
to correct the interference.
Any modifications to this device—unless expressly approved by the manufacturer—can
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Contents
Preface vii
Chapter 1 Preparing to Upgrade
1.1 Preparing to Upgrade............................................................................1-2
Chapter 2 Performing the Upgrade
2.1 Removing Enclosure Panels..................................................................2-2
2.2 Accessing a Rackmount System............................................................2-6
2.3 Removing Covers from the System Chassis..........................................2-8
2.4 Replacing the Memory Motherboards (MMBs)...................................2-12
2.5 Replacing the PCI Backplane .............................................................2-14
2.6 Verifying the Upgrade.........................................................................2-20

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Preface
Intended Audience
This manual is for service providers and self-maintenance customers who are
upgrading a Compaq AlphaServer ES40 system from a Model 1 to a Model 2.
Document Structure
This manual uses a structured documentation design. Topics are organized into
small sections, usually consisting of two facing pages. Most topics begin with an
abstract that provides an overview of the section, followed by an illustration or
example. The facing page contains procedures.
This manual has two chapters.
Chapter 1, Preparing to Upgrade, lists the contents of the upgrade kit and
lists steps to take before performing the upgrade.
Chapter 2, Performing the Upgrade, gives instructions on replacing the
memory motherboards and the PCI backplane.

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Documentation Titles
Table 1 Compaq AlphaServer ES40 Documentation
Title Order Number
User Documentation Kit
Owner’s Guide
User Interface Guide
Tower and Pedestal Basic Installation
Release Notes
Documentation CD (6 languages)
QZ-6E88A-G8
EK-ES240-UG
EK-ES240-UI
EK-ES240-PD
EK-ES240-RN
AG-RF9HA-BE
Maintenance Kit
Service Guide
Illustrated Parts Breakdown
QZ-01BAB-GZ
EK-ES240-SV
EK-ES240-IP
Loose Piece Items
Rackmount Installation Guide
Rackmount Installation Template
ES40 DIMM Information Sheet
ES40 Model 2 to Model 2 Upgrade
EK-ES240-RG
EK-ES4RM-TP
EK-MS610-DM
EK-ES4M2-UP
Support Resources
Support resources for this system are available on the Internet, including a
supported options list, firmware updates, and patches.
http://www.digital.com/alphaserver/technical.html

Preparing to Upgrade 1-1
Chapter 1
Preparing to Upgrade
This document explains how to upgrade from a Compaq AlphaServer ES40
Model 1 system to a Model 2 system. The upgrade increases the system’s
memory capacity and I/O capacity.
3X-KFPPA-AA Upgrade Kit
The 3X-KFPPA-AA upgrade kit contains the following components:
Component Part Number Quantity
10-slot PCI backplane 54-30156-01 1
8-slot memory motherboard 54-25582-01 4
Installation Tools
The upgrade requires the following tools:
•Phillips #2 screwdriver (a magnetic screwdriver is recommended)
•Allen wrench (3 mm)
•Anti-static wrist strap

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1.1 Preparing to Upgrade
Before performing the upgrade, shut down the system and remove
power.
Observe the warnings below and perform the following actions before beginning
the upgrade:
1. Shut down the operating system according to the instructions in the
operating system documentation.
2. Shut down power on all external devices connected to the system.
3. Shut down power to the system.
4. Unplug the power cord from each power supply.
WARNING: To prevent injury, access is limited to persons who
have appropriate technical training and experience. Such
persons are expected to understand the hazards of working
within this equipment and take measures to minimize danger to
themselves or others. These measures include:
1. Remove any jewelry that may conduct electricity.
2. When accessing the system card cage, power down the system
and wait 2 minutes to allow components to cool.
3. Wear an anti-static wrist strap when handling internal
components.
WARNING: To prevent injury, unplug the power
cord from each power supply before installing
components.

Performing the Upgrade 2-1
Chapter 2
Performing the Upgrade
The following steps are required to perform the upgrade:
•Replacing the 4-slot memory motherboards (MMBs) with the 8-slot MMBs
•Replacing the 6-slot PCI backplane with the 10-slot PCI backplane
The procedures are on the following pages.

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1.1 Removing Enclosure Panels
Open and remove the front door. Loosen the captive screws that allow
you to remove the top and side panels.
Figure 2–1 Enclosure Panel Removal (Tower)
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Performing the Upgrade 2-3
To Remove Enclosure Panels from a Tower
The enclosure panels are secured by captive screws.
1. Remove the front door.
2. To remove the top panel, loosen the top left and top right captive screws ➊.
Slide the top panel back and lift it off the system.
3. To remove the left panel, loosen the captive screw ➋at the top and the
captive screw ➌at the bottom. Slide the panel back and then tip it
outward. Lift it off the system.
4. Go to Section 2.2 for instructions on removing covers from the system
chassis.

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Figure 2–2 Enclosure Panel Removal (Pedestal)
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Performing the Upgrade 2-5
To Remove Enclosure Panels from a Pedestal
The enclosure panels are secured by captive screws.
1. Open and remove the front doors.
2. To remove the top enclosure panel, loosen the top left and top right captive
screws ➊. Slide the top panel back and lift it off the system.
3. To remove the right enclosure panel, loosen the captive screw shown in ➋.
Slide the panel back and then tip it outward. Lift the panel from the three
tabs.
4. Go to Section 2.2 for instructions on removing covers from the system
chassis.

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2.1 Accessing a Rackmount System
In a rackmount system, the system chassis is mounted to slides.
WARNING: Pull out the stabilizer bar and extend the leveler
foot to the floor before you pull out the system. This
precaution prevents the cabinet from tipping over.
Figure 2–3 Stabilizer Bar and Leveler Foot
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To Gain Access to the System
1. Open the front door of the cabinet.
2. Pull out the stabilizer bar at the bottom of the cabinet until it stops. See
Figure 2–3.
3. Extend the leveler foot at the end of the stabilizer bar to the floor.
4. Snap out the front bezel.
5. Remove and set aside the two screws, one per side (if present), that secure
the system to the cabinet.
6. Pull the system out until it locks.
NOTE: In a 4-system H9A10 cabinet, remove the top overhang bezel by
loosening the two screws ➊.
Figure 2–4 H9A10 Overhang Bezel
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2.2 Removing Covers from the System Chassis
WARNING: To prevent injury, access is limited to persons who
have appropriate technical training and experience. Such
persons are expected to understand the hazards of working
within this equipment and take measures to minimize danger to
themselves or others.
V @ >240VA
WARNING: High current area. Currents exceeding
240 VA can cause burns or eye injury. Avoid
contact with parts or remove power prior to access.
WARNING: Contact with moving fan can cause
severe injury to fingers. Avoid contact or remove
power prior to access.

Performing the Upgrade 2-9
Figure 2–5 and Figure 2–6 show the location and removal of covers on the tower
and pedestal/rackmount systems, respectively. The numbered callouts in the
illustrations correspond to the following:
➊3mm Allen captive quarter-turn screw that secures each cover.
➋Spring-loaded ring that releases cover. Each cover has a pull-up ring.
➌Fan area cover. This area contains the main system fan and a redundant
fan.
➍System card cage cover. This area contains CPUs, memory DIMMs, and
memory motherboards (MMBs). To remove the system card cage cover, you
must first remove the fan area cover ➌. An interlock switch shuts the
system down when you remove the system card cage cover.
➎PCI card cage cover. This area contains PCI cards, the PCI backplane, and
four fans.

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Figure 2–5 Removing Covers from a Tower
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