HP ProLiant DL980 G7 How to use

HP ProLiant Server
Setup Poster
Third edition (June 2010)
Part number 407335-003
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Site requirements
Select an installation site that meets the detailed installation site
requirements described in the server user guide on the Documentation CD.
Rack planning resources
The rack resource kit ships with all HP branded or Compaq branded
9000, 10000, and H9 series racks. For more information on the content of
each resource, refer to the rack resource kit documentation.
If you intend to deploy and congure multiple servers in a single rack, refer
to the white paper on high-density deployment at the HP website
http://www.hp.com/products/servers/platforms.
Contents of the server shipping carton
Unpack the server shipping carton, and locate the materials and
documentation necessary for installing the server.
1 Installing options
Install any hardware options before initializing the server. For options
installation information, see the documentation that ships with the
option. For server-specic information, see the server user guide on the
Documentation CD.
2 Installing the server
WARNING: The server is very heavy. To reduce the risk of
personal injury or damage to the equipment:
• Reduce the weight of the server by removing the hard drives and
power supplies before installing the server into the rack.
• Get help to lift and stabilize the server during installation. When
the server weighs more than 22.5 kg (50 lb), two people might
be required to install the server into the rack.
CAUTION: Always plan the rack installation so that the heaviest
item is on the bottom of the rack. Install the heaviest item rst, and
continue to populate the rack from the bottom to the top.
Install the server into the rack. For more information, see the Quick Deploy
Rail System Installation Instructions that ship with the rack hardware kit.
3 Connecting peripheral devices to
the server
IMPORTANT: When using cable management arm components,
be sure to leave enough slack in each of the cables to prevent
damage to the cables when the server is extended from the rack.
Connect the peripheral devices to the server. The ports are labeled on the
rear of the server. For more information on ports and connectors, see the
server user guide on the Documentation CD.
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Important Safety Information
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4 Connecting the power cord to the
power supply
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the
equipment:
• 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.
• Unplug the power cord from the power supply to disconnect
power to the equipment.
• Do not route the power cord where it can be walked on or
pinched by items placed against it. Pay particular attention to
the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the cord extends
from the storage system.
1. Connect the power cord to the power supply.
2. Thread the power cord through the strain relief clip (if applicable). For
instructions on using the power cord strain relief clip, see the instructions
that ship with the clip.
3. Connect the power cord to the AC power source.
5 Powering up and conguring the
server
To power up the server, press the Power On/Standby button.
During the initial boot, the server conguration automatically defaults to
prepare for operating system installation.
To modify the server default settings, press the F9 key when prompted
during the boot process to enter RBSU. By default, RBSU runs in the English
language.
NOTE: If an HP array controller has been added or is embedded in the
system, the array controller will default to a RAID conguration based
on the size and number of hard drives installed. Press the F8 key when
prompted during the array controller initialization to use the ORCA utility to
modify the controller default settings.
For more information on the automatic conguration, see the HP ROM-
Based Setup Utility User Guide on the Documentation CD.
6 Installing the operating system
To operate properly, the server must have a supported operating system.
For the latest information on operating system support, see the HP website
http://www.hp.com/go/supportos.
Three methods are available to install an operating system on the server:
• SmartStart assisted installation—Insert the SmartStart CD into an
external USB CD-ROM drive, and then reboot the server.
• Manual installation—Insert the operating system CD into an external
USB CD-ROM drive, and then reboot the server. This process might
require you to obtain additional drivers from the HP website
http://www.hp.com/support.
• Remote deployment installation—The operating system can be remotely
deployed using the Rapid Deployment Pack (RDP) or PXE boot over an
Ethernet connection.
Follow the on-screen instructions to begin the installation process.
For information on using these installation methods, see the SmartStart
installation poster in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack, included
with the server.
7 Registering the server
To register the server, refer to the HP Registration website
http://register.hp.com.
Additional information
The HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide provides procedures for
resolving common problems and comprehensive courses of action for fault
isolation and identication, error message interpretation, issue resolution,
and software maintenance on ProLiant servers and server blades. This
guide includes problem-specic owcharts to help you navigate complex
troubleshooting processes. To view the guide, select a language:
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For denitions of the acronyms used in this document, refer to “Acronyms
and abbreviations” on the Documentation CD.
Intended audience
This document is for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots
servers and storage systems. HP assumes you are qualied in the servicing
of computer equipment and trained in recognizing hazards in products
with hazardous energy levels.
Regulatory compliance notices
Regulatory compliance identication numbers
For the purpose of regulatory compliance certications and identication,
this product has been assigned a unique series number. The series number
can be found on the product nameplate label, along with all required
approval markings and information. When requesting compliance
information for this product, always refer to this series number. The series
number should not be confused with the marketing name or model number
of the product.
Regulatory notice rating label
The rating label on the device shows which class (A or B) the equipment
falls into. Class B devices have an FCC logo or FCC ID on the label. Class
A devices do not have an FCC ID or logo on the label. Once the class of
the device is determined, refer to the corresponding statement in the user
guide on the Documentation CD.