HP ProLiant BL20p Manual

HP ProLiant BL20p Generation 2 Server Blade
Maintenance and Service Guide
March 2003 (First Edition)
Part Number 316078-001
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Contents
About This Guide
Audience Assumptions............................................................................................................................... vii
Technician Notes........................................................................................................................................ vii
Where to Go for Additional Help.................................................................................................................ix
Integrated Management Log ..................................................................................................................ix
Telephone Numbers...............................................................................................................................ix
Chapter 1
Illustrated Parts Catalog
ProLiant BL20p G2 Server Blade Components ........................................................................................ 1-2
System Exploded View....................................................................................................................... 1-2
Server Blade Spare Parts List ............................................................................................................. 1-3
Chapter 2
Removal and Replacement Procedures
Safety Considerations................................................................................................................................ 2-1
Electrostatic Discharge Information ................................................................................................... 2-1
Server Blade Warnings and Cautions ................................................................................................. 2-1
Rack Warnings and Cautions.............................................................................................................. 2-2
Symbols on Equipment ....................................................................................................................... 2-3
Server Blade Components ......................................................................................................................... 2-4
Server Blade Preparation .................................................................................................................... 2-4
Access Panel ....................................................................................................................................... 2-6
Hard Drive Blanks .............................................................................................................................. 2-7
Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drives................................................................................................................ 2-8
DIMMs................................................................................................................................................ 2-9
Processors, Heatsinks, and PPMs ..................................................................................................... 2-10
Battery-Backed Write Cache Enabler ............................................................................................... 2-13
Fan Assembly ................................................................................................................................... 2-16
Smart Array 5i Plus Controller Module............................................................................................ 2-18
NIC Modules..................................................................................................................................... 2-19
Dual Port Fibre Channel Mezzanine Card ........................................................................................ 2-20
SCSI Backplane ................................................................................................................................ 2-21
Power Button/LED Board................................................................................................................. 2-23
Battery............................................................................................................................................... 2-24
System Board.................................................................................................................................... 2-26
Server Blade Blanks.......................................................................................................................... 2-29
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Chapter 3
Diagnostic Tools
ProLiant BL p-Class Diagnostic Tools ......................................................................................................3-1
Firmware Upgrades for Management Modules .........................................................................................3-3
Chapter 4
Connectors, LEDs, and Switches
Connectors .................................................................................................................................................4-1
ProLiant BL20p G2 Server Blade .......................................................................................................4-1
Diagnostic Cable .................................................................................................................................4-4
LEDs ..........................................................................................................................................................4-5
ProLiant BL20p G2 Server Blade Front Panel....................................................................................4-5
Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drives ................................................................................................................4-6
Switches .....................................................................................................................................................4-8
Buttons ................................................................................................................................................4-8
System Switches..................................................................................................................................4-9
Index
List of Figures
1-1 System exploded view.........................................................................................................................1-2
2-1 Pressing the Power On/Standby button ...............................................................................................2-5
2-2 Removing the server blade from the server blade enclosure...............................................................2-5
2-3 Removing the server blade access panel .............................................................................................2-6
2-4 Removing a hard drive blank ..............................................................................................................2-7
2-5 Removing a hot-plug SCSI hard drive ................................................................................................2-8
2-6 Removing a DIMM .............................................................................................................................2-9
2-7 Unlatching the processor locking levers............................................................................................2-10
2-8 Removing the processor ....................................................................................................................2-11
2-9 Removing the thermal interface media cover....................................................................................2-11
2-10 Removing a PPM...............................................................................................................................2-12
2-11 Disconnecting the Battery-Backed Write Cache Enabler cable ........................................................2-13
2-12 Removing the Battery-Backed Write Cache Enabler ........................................................................2-14
2-13 Removing the Smart Array 5i Plus Controller module .....................................................................2-14
2-14 Disconnecting the Smart Array 5i Plus Controller module cable......................................................2-15
2-15 Installing the Smart Array 5i Plus Controller module.......................................................................2-15
2-16 Disconnecting fan cables...................................................................................................................2-16
2-17 Removing a fan assembly..................................................................................................................2-17
2-18 Removing the Smart Array 5i Plus Controller module .....................................................................2-18
2-19 Removing the NIC module................................................................................................................2-19
2-20 Installing the FC Mezzanine Card.....................................................................................................2-20
2-21 Removing the SCSI backplane..........................................................................................................2-21
2-22 Disconnecting the SCSI backplane cable ..........................................................................................2-22
2-23 Removing the power button/LED retaining screws ..........................................................................2-23
2-24 Removing the power button/LED board ...........................................................................................2-24
2-25 Opening the battery retaining clip .....................................................................................................2-25
2-26 Removing the power connector thumbscrews...................................................................................2-26
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2-27 Loosening the system board thumbscrews........................................................................................ 2-27
2-28 Disengaging the system board .......................................................................................................... 2-27
2-29 Removing the system board.............................................................................................................. 2-28
2-30 Removing a server blade blank......................................................................................................... 2-29
4-1 ProLiant BL20p G2 diagnostic port.................................................................................................... 4-1
4-2 ProLiant BL20p G2 server blade rear panel connectors ..................................................................... 4-2
4-3 ProLiant BL20p G2 system board components and connectors ......................................................... 4-3
4-4 Diagnostic cable connectors ............................................................................................................... 4-4
4-5 ProLiant BL20p G2 server blade front panel LEDs ........................................................................... 4-5
4-6 Hot-plug SCSI hard drive LEDs ......................................................................................................... 4-6
4-7 Power On/Standby button................................................................................................................... 4-8
4-8 Server blade system switches.............................................................................................................. 4-9
List of Tables
1-1 Server Blade Spare Parts List ............................................................................................................. 1-3
3-1 Diagnostic Tools ................................................................................................................................. 3-1
4-1 ProLiant BL20p G2 Server Blade Rear Panel Connectors ................................................................. 4-2
4-2 System Board Components and Connectors....................................................................................... 4-3
4-3 Diagnostic Cable Connectors.............................................................................................................. 4-4
4-4 ProLiant BL20p G2 Server Blade Front Panel LEDs ......................................................................... 4-6
4-5 Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drive LEDs ....................................................................................................... 4-7
4-6 Server Blade System Switches............................................................................................................ 4-9
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About This Guide
This maintenance and service guide can be used for reference when servicing HP ProLiant
BL20p Generation 2 server blades.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from electric shock and hazardous
energy levels, only authorized service technicians should attempt to repair this
equipment. Improper repairs can create conditions that are hazardous.
Audience Assumptions
This guide is for service technicians. HP assumes you are qualified in the servicing of
computer equipment and trained in recognizing hazard in products with hazardous energy
levels and are familiar with weight and stability precautions for rack installations.
Technician Notes
WARNING: Only authorized technicians trained by HP should attempt to repair this
equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed to allow only
subassembly/module-level repair. Because of the complexity of the individual boards
and subassemblies, no one should attempt to make repairs at the component level or
to make modifications to any printed wiring board. Improper repairs can create a safety
hazard.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from electric shock and hazardous
energy levels, do not exceed the level of repairs specified in these procedures.
Because of the complexity of the individual boards and subassemblies, do not attempt
to make repairs at the component level or to make modifications to any printed wiring
board. Improper repairs can create conditions that are hazardous.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment:
• Disconnect power from the system by removing the server blade from the
enclosure, or unplugging power cords from the HP ProLiant BL p-Class Diagnostic
Station.
• Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important
safety feature.
• Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily
accessible at all times.
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CAUTION: To properly ventilate the system, you must provide at least 7.6 cm (3.0 in) of
clearance at the front and back of the server.
CAUTION: The system is designed to be electrically grounded (earthed). To ensure proper
operation, plug the AC power cord into a properly grounded AC outlet only.
NOTE: Any indications of component replacement or printed wiring board modifications may void any
warranty.
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Where to Go for Additional Help
In addition to this guide, the following information sources are available:
• HP ProLiant BL p-Class System Setup and Installation Guide
• HP ProLiant BL p-Class System Hardware Installation and Configuration Poster
• HP Servers Troubleshooting Guide
• Altiris eXpress Deployment Server for HP ProLiant Servers User Guide
• Integrated Lights-Out User Guide
• ROM-Based Setup and Utility User Guide
• White paper: HP ProLiant BL p-Class System Overview and Planning
• White paper: Configuring a Preboot eXecution Environment (PXE) using Red Hat Linux
7.2 on HP ProLiant Servers
• QuickSpecs
• Service Quick Reference Guide
Integrated Management Log
The server includes an integrated, nonvolatile management log that contains fault and
management information. The contents of the Integrated Management Log (IML) can be
viewed with Insight Manager.
Telephone Numbers
For the name of the nearest HP authorized reseller:
• In the United States, call 1-800-345-1518.
• In Canada, call 1-800-263-5868.
For HP technical support:
• In the United States and Canada, call 1-800-652-6672.
• Outside the United States and Canada, refer to
www.hp.com
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Illustrated Parts Catalog
This chapter provides illustrated parts and spare parts lists for the HP ProLiant BL20p
Generation 2 server blade components. Refer to Table 1-1 for the names of referenced spare
parts.
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ProLiant BL20p G2 Server Blade Components
System Exploded View
Figure 1-1: System exploded view
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Server Blade Spare Parts List
Table 1-1: Server Blade Spare Parts List
Item Description Spare Part Number
Mechanical Components
1 Access panel 305311-001
2 Hard drive blank 122759-001
Boards
3 Power button/LED board with cable 237552-001
4 SCSI backplane with cable 305318-001
5 System board with heatsinks (2) 305312-001
6 Standard NIC module or Fibre Channel Mezzanine Card (shown) 305314-001
7 HP Smart Array 5i Plus Controller module 305315-001
System Components
8 Processor heatsink 305316-001
9 IntelXeon 2.8-GHz processor 305317-001
9a Intel Xeon 3.06-GHz processor * 333055-001
(Reserved)
(Reserved)
10 Processor power module (PPM) 305445-001
11 Fan assembly 305310-001
Miscellaneous
12 Plastics and hardware kit * 311767-001
Bezel assembly —
Quarter-turn standoffs (2) —
Air baffle —
Ejector latch assembly —
System board thumbscrew —
Rear power connector thumbscrews (2) —
13 Replacement battery, 3-V lithium * 234556-001
14 ProLiant BL20p G2 server blade return kit * 237582-001
Memory
15 DIMM, 256-MB, ECC registered PC2100 DDR SDRAM * ** 300699-001
16 DIMM, 512-MB, ECC registered PC2100 DDR SDRAM * ** 300700-001
17 DIMM, 1-GB, ECC registered PC2100 DDR SDRAM * ** 300701-001
continued
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Item Description Spare Part Number
Options
18 DIMM, 2-GB, ECC registered PC2100 DDR SDRAM * ** 300702-001
19 Battery-Backed Write Cache Enabler, with cable 260740-001
20 Fibre Channel upgrade module * 305313-001
21 RJ-45 Patch Panel 2, with Fibre Channel support * 322299-001
22 Transceiver, 2-GB, Fibre Channel * 229204-001
* Not shown
** DIMMs must be installed in pairs.

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Removal and Replacement Procedures
This chapter provides subassembly/module-level removal and replacement procedures for
system components. After completing all necessary removal and replacement procedures,
verify that all components operate properly by running the appropriate diagnostic software:
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For server blade components, run the Server Diagnostics Utility, available from the HP
website:
www.hp.com
For server blade enclosure and power enclosure components, run the infrastructure
diagnostics. Refer to Chapter 3, “Diagnostic Tools,” for more information.
Safety Considerations
Electrostatic Discharge Information
A discharge of static electricity can damage static-sensitive devices or microcircuitry. Proper
packaging and grounding techniques are necessary precautions to prevent damage. To
prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions:
Transport products in static-safe containers such as conductive tubes, bags, or boxes.
Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static-free
stations.
Cover workstations with approved static-dissipating material. Use a wrist strap connected
to the work surface and properly grounded tools and equipment.
Keep the work area free of nonconductive materials such as ordinary plastic assembly
aids and foam packing.
Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or assembly.
Use conductive field service tools.
Server Blade Warnings and Cautions
WARNING: To reduce the risk of shock or injury from high current electrical energy, do
not remove the server blade access panel while the server blade is installed in the
server blade enclosure. Do not remove the server blade access panel and then install
the server blade into the server blade enclosure.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from high current electrical energy, do not
remove the server blade access panel when power is applied through the HP ProLiant
p-Class diagnostic station. Remove all power from the server blade before removing
the access panel.
WARNING: Setting the server blade Power On/Standby button to the standby position
removes power from most areas of the server blade. This process may take
30 seconds, during which time some internal circuitry remains active. To remove power
completely, remove the server blade from the server blade enclosure.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the internal
system components to cool before touching them.
CAUTION: When performing non-hot-plug operations, you must power down the server
blade and/or the system. However, it may be necessary to leave the server blade powered up
when performing other operations, such as hot-plug installations or troubleshooting.
Rack Warnings and Cautions
WARNING: The power supply enclosure and the server blade enclosure are very
heavy. 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.
• Remove hot-plug power supplies and server blades from their enclosures before
installing or removing the enclosures.
• Use caution and get help to lift and stabilize enclosures during installation or
removal, especially when the enclosure is not fastened to the rack.
WARNING: Always use at least two people to lift a power supply enclosure or server
blade enclosure into the rack. If the enclosure is being loaded into the rack above chest
level, a third person MUST assist with aligning the enclosure with the rails while the
other two people support the weight of the enclosure.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, be sure
that:
• The leveling jacks of the rack are extended to the floor.
• The full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks.
• The stabilizers are attached to the rack if it is a single rack installation.
• The racks are coupled in multiple rack installations.
WARNING: When installing the server blade enclosure in a telco rack, be sure that the
rack frame is adequately secured to the building structure.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, at least
two people are needed to safely unload the rack from the pallet. An empty 42U rack
weighs 115 kg (253 lb), is over 2.1 m (7 ft) tall, and may become unstable when being
moved on its casters. Do not stand in front of the rack as it rolls down the ramp from
the pallet, but handle the rack from both sides.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of shock or injury from high current electrical energy, do
not reach into a server blade enclosure once it has been installed in a rack and
connected to a working rack bus bar. Do not touch the power or data backplanes
within the server blade enclosure once it has been installed.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of shock or injury from high current electrical energy, do
not reach into a power supply enclosure once it has been installed in a rack and
connected to a power source. Do not touch the connectors within the power supply
enclosure once it has been installed.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of shock or injury from high current electrical energy, do
not open any access covers on the rack bus bar or power bus box after it has been
connected to a power source.
CAUTION: Always ensure that equipment is properly grounded before beginning any
installation procedure. Electrostatic discharge resulting from improper grounding can damage
electronic components. For more information, refer to the setup and installation guide.
Symbols on Equipment
25 kg
55 lb
Any product or assembly marked with these symbols 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.
Any surface or area of the equipment marked with these symbols indicates the
presence of a hot surface or hot component.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from a hot component, allow the surface
to cool before touching it.
To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock hazards, do not open this
enclosure.
WARNING: Any surface or area of the equipment marked with these symbols
indicates the presence of electric shock hazards. The enclosed area contains no
operator serviceable parts.
Any RJ-45 receptacle marked with these symbols indicates a Network Interface
Connection (NIC).
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment,
do not plug telephone or telecommunications connectors into this receptacle.
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Server Blade Components
Use the procedures in this section to perform service events on ProLiant BL20p G2 server
blades.
NOTE: Slate-blue denotes serviceable parts, and port denotes hot-pluggable parts.
Server Blade Preparation
To service any internal server blade component, you must power down the server blade and
remove it from the server blade enclosure.
CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. Be sure you are
properly grounded before beginning any installation procedure. For more information, refer to
the “Electrostatic Discharge Information” section in this chapter.
System power in server blades does not completely shut off with the front panel Power
On/Standby switch or Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) Virtual Power Button feature. The
function toggles between on and standby modes, rather than on and off. The standby position
removes power from most electronics and the drives, but portions of the power supply and
some internal circuitry remain active.
To service internal server blade components:
1. Identify the proper server blade in the server blade enclosure.
2. Remove power from the server blade in one of the following ways:
— Use the Virtual Power Button feature in the iLO Remote Console to power down the
server blade from a remote location. Be sure that the server blade is in standby mode
by observing that the power LED is amber.
— Press the Power On/Standby button on the front of the server blade. Be sure that the
server blade is in standby mode by observing that the power LED is amber.
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Figure 2-1: Pressing the Power On/Standby button
CAUTION: After you press the release button, the server blade is unlocked from the
enclosure. Use both hands to support the server blade when you remove it from the rack.
3. Remove the server blade from the server blade enclosure:
a. Press the release button (1).
b. Open the lever (2).
c. Grasp the lever and slide the server blade from the enclosure (3). Place a hand under
the server blade to support it as you remove it from the enclosure.
Figure 2-2: Removing the server blade from the server blade
enclosure
d. Place the server blade on a flat, level surface.
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CAUTION: Always populate server blade enclosure bays with either a server blade or server
blade blank. Operating the enclosure without a server blade or server blade blank results in
improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to thermal damage.
Reverse steps 1 through 3 to install and power up a server blade. Server blades are set to
power up automatically upon insertion. If you have changed this setting, use the Power
On/Standby button or iLO Virtual Power Button feature to power up the server blade.
For more information about iLO, refer to the Integrated Lights-Out User Guide.
Access Panel
To remove the access panel:
1. Power down the server blade and remove it from the server blade enclosure. Refer to the
“Server Blade Preparation” section in this chapter.
2. Loosen the thumbscrew (1).
3. Press down on the thumb indentations, slide the access panel toward the rear of the unit
about 1.25 cm (0.5 in), and lift to remove the panel (2).
Figure 2-3: Removing the server blade access panel
Reverse steps 1 through 3 to replace the access panel.
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Hard Drive Blanks
To remove a hard drive blank:
1. Press the release buttons simultaneously (1).
2. Pull the blank out of the drive bay (2).
Figure 2-4: Removing a hard drive blank
CAUTION: Always populate hard drive bays with either a hot-plug SCSI hard drive or hard
drive blank. Operating the server blade without a hot-plug SCSI hard drive or hard drive blank
results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to thermal damage.
To replace the hard drive blank, slide the blank into the bay until it locks into place. The hard
drive blank is keyed to fit only one way.
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Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drives
To assess hard drive status, observe the hot-plug SCSI hard drive status LEDs. For a detailed
explanation of these LEDs, refer to Chapter 4, “Connectors, LEDs, and Switches.”
CAUTION: Refer to the HP Servers Troubleshooting Guide before removing a hard drive.
IMPORTANT: It is not necessary to power down the server blade before removing or replacing a
hot-plug SCSI hard drive.
To remove a hot-plug SCSI hard drive:
1. Press the port-colored release button (1).
2. Open the ejector lever (2).
3. Slide the drive out of the drive cage (3).
Figure 2-5: Removing a hot-plug SCSI hard drive
CAUTION: Always populate hard drive bays with either a hot-plug SCSI hard drive or hard
drive blank. Operating the server blade without a hot-plug SCSI hard drive or hard drive blank
results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to thermal damage.
To replace a hot-plug SCSI hard drive:
1. Slide the drive into the cage until it is fully seated.
2. Close the lever, locking the drive into place.
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