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HP ProLiant BL p-Class System
Setup and Installation Guide
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Part Number 230852-002

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Contents
About This Guide
Audience Assumptions..................................................................................................... vii
Important Safety Information ........................................................................................... vii
Symbols on Equipment .................................................................................................... vii
Rack Stability .................................................................................................................... ix
Symbols in Text.................................................................................................................ix
Related Documents..............................................................................................................x
Getting Help ........................................................................................................................x
Technical Support .........................................................................................................x
HP Website ................................................................................................................. xi
Authorized Reseller .................................................................................................... xi
Optional Installation Service ............................................................................................. xi
Reader’s Comments ......................................................................................................... xii
Chapter 1
System Features
Minimum Hardware Requirements ................................................................................. 1-1
Power Components ................................................................................................... 1-5
LEDs ......................................................................................................................... 1-5
Configuration and Management Features ....................................................................... 1-6
Diagnostic Features ......................................................................................................... 1-7
Chapter 2
Planning the Installation
Optimum Environment.................................................................................................... 2-2
Rack Requirements ................................................................................................... 2-2
Space and Airflow Requirements ............................................................................. 2-2

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Temperature Requirements .......................................................................................2-3
Power Requirements..................................................................................................2-4
Grounding Requirements ..........................................................................................2-4
Rack Warnings.................................................................................................................2-5
System Warnings and Cautions .......................................................................................2-6
Chapter 3
Installing System Hardware
Installing System Enclosures ...........................................................................................3-1
Measuring with the Rack Template...........................................................................3-2
Installing the Rack Rails and Cage Nuts ...................................................................3-2
Installing Enclosures into the Rack ...........................................................................3-6
Hot-Plug Power Supplies.................................................................................................3-8
Identifying Power Supply Bays.................................................................................3-9
Installation Guidelines.............................................................................................3-10
Installing a Hot-Plug Power Supply........................................................................3-11
Installing a Power Supply Blank .............................................................................3-12
Interconnects..................................................................................................................3-13
Power Distribution Components....................................................................................3-16
Installation Guidelines.............................................................................................3-16
Installing a Bus Bar .................................................................................................3-16
Additional System Hardware.........................................................................................3-19
Chapter 4
Cabling and Powering Up the System
Identifying System Components......................................................................................4-1
Enclosures and Management Modules......................................................................4-2
Scalable and Mini Bus Bar Components...................................................................4-4
Power Bus Box Components.....................................................................................4-6
Cabling the System ..........................................................................................................4-7
Overview ...................................................................................................................4-7
Cabling Configuration Diagrams ..............................................................................4-8
Management Modules .............................................................................................4-14
Grounding Cable in Facility DC Power Environments...........................................4-17
Bus Bars ..................................................................................................................4-18
Load-Balancing Signal Cable..................................................................................4-23
Cable Bracket ..........................................................................................................4-24
Powering Up the System................................................................................................4-26

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Appendix A
Regulatory Compliance Notices
Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers............................................................ A-1
Federal Communications Commission Notice............................................................... A-1
Class A Equipment .................................................................................................. A-2
Modifications ........................................................................................................... A-2
Cables....................................................................................................................... A-2
Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien) .................................................................................. A-2
European Union Notice .................................................................................................. A-3
Japanese Notice .............................................................................................................. A-3
Taiwanese Notice ........................................................................................................... A-3
Battery Replacement Notice........................................................................................... A-4
Appendix B
Electrostatic Discharge
Preventing Electrostatic Damage ....................................................................................B-1
Grounding Methods.........................................................................................................B-2
Appendix C
Troubleshooting
When the System Does Not Power Up............................................................................C-1
System Power Diagnostic Steps................................................................................C-2
Appendix D
LEDs and Switches
LEDs............................................................................................................................... D-1
Server Blade Enclosure............................................................................................ D-2
Server Blade Management Module ......................................................................... D-3
Power Management Module .................................................................................... D-4
Power Enclosure ...................................................................................................... D-6
Hot-Plug Power Supply ........................................................................................... D-7
Bus Bar .................................................................................................................... D-8
Diagnostic Station.................................................................................................... D-9
Buttons and Switches ................................................................................................... D-10
Power Configuration Switches .............................................................................. D-10

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Appendix E
Specifications
Server Blade Enclosure................................................................................................... E-1
Power Enclosures............................................................................................................ E-3
North America/Japan................................................................................................ E-3
International ............................................................................................................. E-5
Hot-Plug Power Supply .................................................................................................. E-7
Power Distribution Devices ............................................................................................ E-9
Facility DC.................................................................................................................... E-11
Index

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About This Guide
This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installation and reference
information for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades of the HP ProLiant
BL p-Class System.
Audience Assumptions
This guide is for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots servers.
HP assumes you are qualified in the servicing of computer equipment and trained in
recognizing hazards in products with hazardous energy levels.
Important Safety Information
Before installing this product, read the Important Safety Information document
included with the server blade.
Symbols on Equipment
The following symbols may be placed on equipment to indicate the presence of
potentially hazardous conditions:
WARNING: This symbol, in conjunction with any of the following symbols,
indicates the presence of a potential hazard. The potential for injury exists if
warnings are not observed. Consult the documentation for specific details.

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This symbol indicates the presence of hazardous energy circuits or electric
shock hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock hazards, do not
open this enclosure. Refer all maintenance, upgrades, and servicing to
qualified personnel.
This symbol indicates the presence of electric shock hazards. The area
contains no user or field serviceable parts. Do not open for any reason.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock hazards, do not
open this enclosure.
This symbol on an RJ-45 receptacle indicates a network interface connection.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the
equipment, do not plug telephone or telecommunications connectors into this
receptacle.
This symbol indicates the presence of a hot surface or hot component. If this
surface is contacted, the potential for injury exists.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from a hot component, allow the
surface to cool before touching.
These symbols, on power supplies or systems, indicate that the
equipment is supplied by multiple sources of power.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock,
remove all power cords to completely disconnect power from the
system.
Weight in kg
Weight in lb
This symbol indicates that the component exceeds the recommended
weight for one individual to handle safely.
WARNING: 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.

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Rack Stability
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.
Symbols in Text
These symbols may be found in the text of this guide. They have the following
meanings:
WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions
in the warning could result in bodily harm or loss of life.
CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could
result in damage to equipment or loss of information.
IMPORTANT: Text set off in this manner presents essential information to explain a concept
or complete a task.
NOTE: Text set off in this manner presents additional information to emphasize or supplement
important points of the main text.

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Related Documents
For additional information on the topics covered in this guide, refer to the following
documentation:
• HP ProLiant BL p-Class System Maintenance and Service Guide
• HP ProLiant BL p-Class Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide
• HP ProLiant BL p-Class System Hardware Installation and Configuration Poster
• Servers Troubleshooting Guide
• Integrated Lights-Out User Guide
• ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide
• White paper: ProLiant BL p-Class System Overview and Planning
• White paper: Configuring a Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) using Red
Hat Linux 7.2 on ProLiant Servers
• ProLiant BL p-Class QuickSpecs
Getting Help
If you have a problem and have exhausted the information in this guide, you can get
further information and other help in the following locations.
Technical Support
In North America, call the HP Technical Support Phone Center at 1-800-652-6672.
This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For continuous quality
improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored. Outside North America, call the
nearest HP Technical Support Phone Center. Telephone numbers for worldwide
Technical Support Centers are listed on the HP website, www.hp.com.
Be sure to have the following information available before you call HP:
• Technical support registration number (if applicable)

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• Product serial number
• Product model name and number
• Applicable error messages
• Add-on boards or hardware
• Third-party hardware or software
• Operating system type and revision level
HP Website
The HP website has information on this product as well as the latest drivers and flash
ROM images. You can access the HP website at www.hp.com.
Authorized Reseller
For the name of the nearest authorized reseller:
• In the United States, call 1-800-345-1518.
• In Canada, call 1-800-263-5868.
• Elsewhere, see the HP website for locations and telephone numbers.
Optional Installation Service
You may choose to have HP install the system. The installation service, as well as
other services, can be purchased as a CarePaq packaged service or as a customized
service agreement to meet your specific requirements.
The optional installation services are available in all countries where HP has a direct
or indirect service presence. In these countries, service may be ordered from and
directly provided by an HP authorized service reseller, or they may be ordered
directly from HP services.
In the U.S. only, customized or CarePaq services may be ordered by calling
1-800-652-6672.

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www.hp.com
Reader’s Comments
HP welcomes your comments on this guide. Please send your comments and
suggestions by e-mail to [email protected].

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System Features
The HP ProLiant BL p-Class system offers a range of power and performance for
large-volume rollouts in space-constrained environments. The ProLiant BL p-Class
system architecture is a revolutionary step in server modularity that stresses rapid
deployment and remote management.
Minimum Hardware Requirements
To set up the system, you must choose and install several of the modular
components. The following hardware components are required to operate a
ProLiant BL p-Class system. For specific features and supported configurations, refer
to the system QuickSpecs or the ProLiant BL p-Class System Overview and Planning
white paper.
• One ProLiant BL p-Class server blade
• One ProLiant BL p-Class server blade enclosure
• One pair of interconnects
• One single-phase or three-phase ProLiant BL p-Class power enclosure with hot-
plug power supplies, if using AC power—or—one facility DC cable kit, if using
your own DC power
• One pair of power distribution devices (bus bars or power bus box)
• One Compaq branded, telco, or third-party rack cabinet
NOTE: For third-party rack cabinet requirements, refer to the “Rack Requirements” section in
Chapter 2, “Planning the Installation.”

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Figures 1-1 and 1-2 and Tables 1-1 and 1-2 identify system components. The scalable
configuration is shown on the left, and the full-rack 42U configuration (two pairs of
mini bus bars) is shown on the right.
Figure 1-1: System components in a 42U rack (front)

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Table 1-1: System Components (Front)
Item Description
1 Server blade enclosures
2 Server blades
3 Interconnects
4 Power enclosures
5 Hot-plug power supplies

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Figure 1-2: System components in a 42U rack (rear,
cables removed for clarity)
Table 1-2: System Components (Rear)
Item Description
1 Server blade enclosures
2 Interconnect modules
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Table 1-2: System Components (Rear) continued
Item Description
3 Power enclosures
4 Mini bus bars* (pair)
5 Scalable bus bars (pair)
*Two mini bus bar pairs support a full-rack (42U)
configuration.
Power Components
The system requires bus bars or power bus boxes to distribute power to the server
blade enclosures. Table 1-3 identifies enclosure capabilities for each device.
Table 1-3: Power Distribution Schemes
Power
Components
Power Enclosures or
Facility DC Feeds
Server Blade Enclosures
Supported
Scalable bus bars Up to 2 Up to 5
Mini bus bars 1 Up to 3
Mini bus bars × 2 2 Up to 6
Power bus boxes 1 1
LEDs
The system contains several sets of LEDs that indicate the status of hardware
components and settings. For a detailed explanation of LEDs, refer to Appendix D,
“LEDs and Switches.”

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Configuration and Management Features
HP offers an extensive set of features and optional tools to support effective server
blade configuration and management:
• ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack
• ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU)
• Option ROM Configuration for Arrays (ORCA) Utility
• Redundant ROM Support
• Remote ROM flash
• ROMPaq Utility
• Insight Manager 7
• Diagnostics Utility
• Automatic Server Recovery-2 (ASR-2)
• Integrated Management Log (IML)
For more detailed information about these tools and utilities, refer to the
documentation that ships with the system.

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Diagnostic Features
Hardware, software, and firmware diagnostic tools available for your use include:
• System LEDs
• Diagnostic station
• Diagnostic cable
• Diagnostic port
• Insight Manager 7
• Power-On Self Test (POST)
• Server Diagnostics
For more information about diagnostic tools, refer to the software documentation that
ships with the system.

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Planning the Installation
For maximum performance and availability from the server blade, be sure that the
operating environment meets the required specifications for the following:
• Rack compatibility
• Space and airflow
• Temperature
• Power
• Electrical grounding
• Floor strength
Refer to the “Optimum Environment” section in this chapter and the ProLiant
BL p-Class System Overview and Planning white paper that is available on the
Documentation CD or at
www.hp.com