HP ProLiant DL380 G3 with MSA1000 Operating and safety instructions

HP ProLiant DL380
Generation 3 Packaged Cluster
Setup and Installation Guide
January 2003 (Second Edition)
Part Number 252621-002
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Part Number 252621-002
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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
Reader’s Comments .......................................................................................................... xi
Chapter 1
Packaged Cluster Components
HP ProLiant DL380 Generation 3 Server ....................................................................... 1-1
Smart Array Cluster Storage System............................................................................... 1-1
Configuration Fixture ...................................................................................................... 1-2
Configuration Fixture Disposal................................................................................. 1-3
Packaged Cluster Cabling................................................................................................ 1-3
Software Components ..................................................................................................... 1-4
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Chapter 2
Setup and Installation of the Packaged Cluster
Setup Preparations ...........................................................................................................2-1
Required Materials ....................................................................................................2-1
Selecting an Appropriate Site....................................................................................2-2
Component and LED Identification.................................................................................2-3
ProLiant DL380 Generation 3 Server........................................................................2-3
Smart Array Cluster Storage .....................................................................................2-8
Setup in the Configuration Fixture ................................................................................2-12
Installing Hardware Options ...................................................................................2-13
Cabling the System in the Configuration Fixture....................................................2-14
Powering Down and Preparing for Transfer ...........................................................2-16
Setup and Installation in a Rack.....................................................................................2-17
Rack Planning Resources ........................................................................................2-17
Installing the Storage System into the Rack............................................................2-17
Installing the Servers into the Rack.........................................................................2-27
Installing Hardware Options ...................................................................................2-32
Cabling the System in a Rack..................................................................................2-32
Chapter 3
System Setup and Configuration for Microsoft Windows 2000
Advanced Server
Preconfiguration Checks..................................................................................................3-1
Preparing for Operating System Installation....................................................................3-2
Configuring the Nodes.....................................................................................................3-3
Configuring the Shared Storage.......................................................................................3-4
Configuring Cluster Services...........................................................................................3-5
Validating the Cluster Configuration...............................................................................3-6
Chapter 4
System Setup and Configuration for Microsoft NT Server 4.0,
Enterprise Edition
Preconfiguration Checks..................................................................................................4-1
Preparing for Operating System Installation....................................................................4-2
Configuring the Nodes.....................................................................................................4-3
Configuring the Shared Storage.......................................................................................4-4
Configuring Cluster Server ..............................................................................................4-5
Validating the Cluster Configuration...............................................................................4-6
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Chapter 5
System Setup and Configuration for Novell NetWare 5.1
Preconfiguration Checks ................................................................................................. 5-1
Preparing for Operating System Installation ................................................................... 5-2
Configuring the Nodes .................................................................................................... 5-3
Configuring the Shared Storage ...................................................................................... 5-4
Configuring NetWare Cluster Services ........................................................................... 5-4
NetWare Cluster Services Installation ...................................................................... 5-5
Creating Novell Storage Service Volumes ............................................................... 5-6
Creating Cluster Volumes......................................................................................... 5-7
Validating the Cluster Configuration .............................................................................. 5-7
Chapter 6
System Setup and Configuration for Novell NetWare 6
Preconfiguration Checks ................................................................................................. 6-1
Preparing for Operating System Installation ................................................................... 6-2
Configuring the Nodes .................................................................................................... 6-3
Configuring the Shared Storage ...................................................................................... 6-4
Configuring Novell Cluster Services............................................................................... 6-4
Novell Cluster Services Installation.......................................................................... 6-5
Creating Novell Storage Services Volumes and Pools ............................................. 6-6
Validating the Cluster Configuration .............................................................................. 6-7
Chapter 7
System Setup and Configuration for Red Hat Linux 7.3 Professional
Preconfiguration Checks ................................................................................................. 7-1
Preparing for Operating System Installation ................................................................... 7-3
Configuring the Nodes .................................................................................................... 7-4
Installing Management Agents for Servers for Linux ..................................................... 7-6
Configuring the Shared Storage ...................................................................................... 7-6
LifeKeeper Installation.................................................................................................... 7-7
Validating the LifeKeeper Cluster Configuration ........................................................... 7-7
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Chapter 8
System Setup and Configuration for
SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 7.1
Preconfiguration Checks..................................................................................................8-1
Preparing for Operating System Installation....................................................................8-3
Configuring the Nodes.....................................................................................................8-4
Installing Management Agents for Servers for Linux .....................................................8-5
Configuring the Shared Storage.......................................................................................8-6
LifeKeeper Install ............................................................................................................8-6
Validating the LifeKeeper Cluster Configuration............................................................8-7
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About This Guide
This guide provides step-by-step instructions for the setup and installation of the
packaged cluster. It complements the server and storage system documentation.
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 your 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.
• 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
In addition to this guide, the following information sources are available:
• Documentation CD included with this product
• Installation white papers at www.hp.com/servers/proliant/highavailability
• Technical support resources at www.hp.com/support
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)
• Product serial numbers
• Product model name and number
• Applicable error messages
• Add-on boards or hardware
• Third-party hardware or software
• Operating system type and revision level
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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 your 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.
Reader’s Comments
HP welcomes your comments on this guide. Please send your comments and
suggestions by email to
[email protected].

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Packaged Cluster Components
The HP ProLiant DL380 Generation 3 (G3) Packaged Cluster consists of two
ProLiant DL380 G3 servers and a Smart Array Cluster Storage system in a sturdy,
recyclable configuration fixture.
HP ProLiant DL380 Generation 3 Server
For detailed information on the server components, refer to the server user guide.
Smart Array Cluster Storage System
For detailed information, refer to the storage system documentation.
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Configuration Fixture
The packaged cluster ships in a two-piece configuration fixture (1) that can be used
to configure the packaged cluster. The configuration fixture allows for ease of
transfer to another location after it has been configured. The server fixture (2) holds
the two ProLiant DL380 G3 servers. The storage system fixture (3) holds the Smart
Array Cluster Storage system.
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Configuration Fixture Disposal
The server fixture and the storage fixture are environmentally safe and recyclable.
The configuration fixture should be recycled in accordance with your local recycling
center guidelines. The metal inserts in the fixture compose 0.0406 percent of the total
volume of the fixture. Removal of the inserts may be required before recycling.
Packaged Cluster Cabling
The packaged cluster includes two external VHDCI SCSI cables, an Ethernet
crossover cable, and power cables. The cable ends are labeled for ease of installation.
HP recommends that you use an optional keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM)
switchbox.
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Software Components
The ProLiant DL380 G3 Packaged Cluster supports Microsoft Windows, Novell
Netware, and Linux-based operating systems. Refer to the ProLiant servers operating
system support matrix at
www.compaq.com/products/servers/software/
The packaged cluster also supports the following software:
HP SmartStart utilities
HP Array Configuration Utility 6.0 (ACU 6.0)
Insight Manager 7
Microsoft Cluster Server (MSCS) for Windows NT
Microsoft Cluster Services for Windows 2000 Advanced Server
NetWare Cluster Services for Novell NetWare
Novell Cluster Services for Novell NetWare
LifeKeeper for Linux

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Setup Preparations
Required Materials
Before setting up your packaged cluster, locate the following materials included in
the shipping box:
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ProLiant DL380 G3 servers
Smart Array Cluster Storage system
Power cords and cables
Rack mounting hardware and rack templates (not used with the configuration
fixture)
HP SmartStart CD
Hardware documentation and software packs
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Locate the following materials not included in the packaged cluster shipping box:
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Hard drives
Server hardware options and documentation (optional)
Storage system hardware options and documentation (optional)
Keyboard, monitor, and mouse (need two of each if not using a switchbox)
Keyboard, video, mouse (KVM) switchbox (optional)
Operating system CDs
Selecting an Appropriate Site
Select an installation site that meets the following requirements:
Space
Temperature
Power
Rack
Grounding
Airflow
Detailed installation site requirements are described in the server user guide on the
Documentation CD.
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Component and LED Identification
ProLiant DL380 Generation 3 Server
Table 2-1: Front Panel Components
Item Description
1 Hard drive bays
2 Bay for tape drive or hard drive and tape drive blank
3 Diskette drive
4 CD-ROM drive
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Table 2-2: Front Panel LEDs and Buttons
Item Description Status
1 Internal health LED Green = Normal
Amber = System degraded. Refer to system board LEDs to
identify component in degraded state
Red = System critical. Refer to system board LEDs to identify
component in critical state
2 External health LED
(power supply)
Green = Normal
Amber = Power redundancy failure
Red = Critical power supply failure
3 NIC 1 link/activity LED Green = Network link
4 NIC 2 link/activity LED Flashing = Network link and activity
Off = No link to network. If power is off, view the rear panel
RJ-45 LEDs for status
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Item Description Status
5 UID LED button Blue = Activated
Flashing = System remotely managed
Off = Deactivated
6 Power On/Standby
button/system power
LED
Green = System on
Amber = System shut down, but power still applied
Off = Power cord not attached or power supply failure
Table 2-3: Rear Panel Components
Item Description Connector Color
1 Hot-plug PCI-X expansion slot 3 (bus 6) 64-bit/100-MHz 3.3V N/A
2 Hot-plug PCI-X expansion slot 2 (bus 6) 64-bit/100-MHz 3.3V N/A
3 Non-hot-plug PCI-X expansion slot 1 (bus 3) 64-bit/133-MHz 3.3V N/A
4 Serial connector Teal
5 iLO connector N/A
6 Mouse connector Green
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