HP BL30p - ProLiant - 1 GB RAM Operating and safety instructions

HP ProLiant BL30p Server Blade
Setup and Installation Guide
May 2004 (First Edition)
Part Number 354555-001

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HP ProLiant BL30p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide
May 2004 (First Edition)
Part Number 354555-001

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
Reader’s Comments .......................................................................................................... xi
Chapter 1
Server Blade Component Identification
Server Blade Components and Connectors ..................................................................... 1-1
Front Panel LEDs, Button, and Port ......................................................................... 1-4
System Maintenance Switch..................................................................................... 1-5
Local I/O Cable Connectors...................................................................................... 1-7
Chapter 2
Server Blade Operations
Powering Up the Server Blade ........................................................................................ 2-1
Powering Down the Server Blade ................................................................................... 2-2
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Chapter 3
Server Blade Setup
Accessing Internal Server Blade Components.................................................................3-1
Removing a Server Blade Blank......................................................................................3-2
Installing a Blade Sleeve..................................................................................................3-3
Installing a ProLiant BL30p Server Blade.......................................................................3-4
Removing a ProLiant BL30p Server Blade .....................................................................3-6
Chapter 4
Hardware Options Installation
Processor Option..............................................................................................................4-1
Removing a Processor Blank ....................................................................................4-2
Replacing a Processor and Heatsink .........................................................................4-2
Hard Drives......................................................................................................................4-6
Preparing the Server Blade for Hard Drive Installation ............................................4-6
Installing Hard Drives ...............................................................................................4-7
Memory..........................................................................................................................4-11
Interleaving and Non-Interleaving Memory Configuration ....................................4-12
DIMM Installation Guidelines ................................................................................4-13
Installing DIMMs....................................................................................................4-13
Dual Port Fibre Channel Adapter ..................................................................................4-14
Chapter 5
Server Blade Configuration and Utilities
Software and Utilities ......................................................................................................5-1
Integrated Lights-Out Advanced Management .........................................................5-2
Redundant ROM Support..........................................................................................5-5
Remote ROM Flash...................................................................................................5-6
ROMPaq Utility ........................................................................................................5-7
ROM-Based Setup Utility .........................................................................................5-7
BIOS Enhanced RAID ..............................................................................................5-9
Network-Based PXE Deployment...........................................................................5-11
HP Systems Insight Manager ..................................................................................5-14
Diagnostics Utility...................................................................................................5-14
Automatic Server Recovery-2.................................................................................5-15
Integrated Management Log ...................................................................................5-15
Configuration and Deployment Overview.....................................................................5-19
Static IP Bay Configuration ....................................................................................5-19
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Deployment Methods.............................................................................................. 5-26
Chapter 6
Connecting Local I/O Devices
Using the Local I/O Cable............................................................................................... 6-1
Connecting to a Server Blade through iLO ..................................................................... 6-1
Connecting Directly to a Server Blade using Video and USB Devices.................... 6-4
Appendix A
Server Blade Troubleshooting
Server Error Messages.................................................................................................... A-1
When the Server Blade Does Not Start .......................................................................... A-2
Server Blade Diagnostic Steps ....................................................................................... A-5
Server Blade and Blade Sleeve Power Troubleshooting ....................................... A-13
Fibre Channel Troubleshooting ............................................................................. A-15
System Configuration Switch Procedures.............................................................. A-15
Problems After Initial Boot .......................................................................................... A-19
Appendix B
Battery Replacement
System Board Battery Replacement................................................................................B-1
Appendix C
Regulatory Compliance Notices
Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers.............................................................C-1
Federal Communications Commission Notice................................................................C-1
Modifications............................................................................................................C-1
Cables........................................................................................................................C-2
Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien)...................................................................................C-2
European Union Notice...................................................................................................C-2
Japanese Notice ...............................................................................................................C-2
Korean Notice..................................................................................................................C-3
BSMI Notice....................................................................................................................C-3
Battery Replacement Notice............................................................................................C-3
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Appendix D
Electrostatic Discharge
Preventing Electrostatic Damage....................................................................................D-1
Grounding Methods ........................................................................................................D-2
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 for the
HP ProLiant BL30p server blade.
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.
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.
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.
• Only one component is extended at a time. A rack may become unstable if
more than one component is extended for any reason.
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 System Best Practices Guide
• HP ProLiant BL System Common Procedures Guide
• HP ProLiant BL p-Class System Hardware Installation and Configuration Poster
• White paper: HP ProLiant BL p-Class System Overview and Planning
• HP ROM-Based Setup and Utility User Guide
• HP Integrated Lights-Out User Guide
• HP ProLiant BL p-Class System Maintenance and Service Guide
• HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide
• HP ProLiant BL30p Server Blade QuickSpecs
• HP StorageWorks Booting Windows Systems from a Storage Area Network
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.
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