
Contents
iv HP ProLiant ML570 Generation 2 Server Setup and Installation Guide
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Video .........................................................................................................................1-9
Server Configuration and Management .........................................................................1-10
Integrated Features ..................................................................................................1-10
Software Tools and Utilities....................................................................................1-12
Warranties......................................................................................................................1-13
Security Features............................................................................................................1-14
Diagnostic Tools ............................................................................................................1-15
Chapter 2
Planning the Server Installation
Optimum Environment ....................................................................................................2-2
Space and Airflow Requirements..............................................................................2-2
Temperature Requirements .......................................................................................2-3
Power Requirements..................................................................................................2-4
Grounding Requirements ..........................................................................................2-5
Rack Planning Resources.................................................................................................2-6
Rack Warnings.................................................................................................................2-7
Server Warnings and Cautions.........................................................................................2-8
Server Shipping Contents ................................................................................................2-9
Chapter 3
Installing Hardware Options
Differences Between the Tower- and Rack-Model Servers.............................................3-4
Chassis Configuration ...............................................................................................3-4
Opening the Front Bezel Door ..................................................................................3-7
Preparing for an Installation.............................................................................................3-8
Powering Down the Server........................................................................................3-8
Locating and Removing the Torx T-15 Tool ............................................................3-9
Removing the Access Panel ....................................................................................3-10
Opening the Hot-Plug Door ....................................................................................3-12
Processors ......................................................................................................................3-14
Installing an Additional Processor ..........................................................................3-15
Upgrading a Processor.............................................................................................3-23
Hot-Plug Fans ................................................................................................................3-33
Memory..........................................................................................................................3-37
Non-Hot-Plug Expansion Boards ..................................................................................3-37
PCI and PCI-X Expansion Boards ..........................................................................3-37
PCI-X Slot Architecture ..........................................................................................3-38