HP (Hewlett-Packard) 307153-002 manual

HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide January 2004 (Second Edition) Part Number 307153-002 HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: a-frnt.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 11/11/03 2:27 PM[...]

© Copyright 2003, 2004 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein shoul d be construed as constituting an additional warranty.[...]

Contents About This Guide Audience Assumptions ..................................................................................................... vii Important Safety Information ........................................................................................... vii Symbols on Equipment ...................................................[...]

Contents Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drives and Blanks ........................................................................ 1-26 Removing Hard Drive Blanks ................................................................................. 1-26 SCSI ID Numbers ................................................................................................[...]

Contents European Union Notice .................................................................................................. A-2 Japanese Notice .............................................................................................................. A- 2 Korean Notice.......................................................................[...]

Contents Appendix G System Battery System Board Battery Replacement ............................................................................... G-1 Index vi HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setu p and Installation Guide HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: a-frnt.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 11/11/03 2:2[...]

About This Guide This guide provides step-by-step instru ctions for installation, and reference information for operation, troubleshooti ng, and future upgrades for the HP ProLiant BL40p server blade. Audience Assumptions This guide is intended for network admini strators and IT personnel who install, configure, and troubleshoot sy stem hardware an[...]

About This Guide WARNING: This symbol, in conjunctio n with any of the following symbols, indicates the presence of a potential haza rd. The potential fo r injury exists if warnings are not observed. Consult the documentation for specific details. This symbol indicates the presence of haza rdous energy circuits or electric shock hazards. Refer all [...]

About This Guide 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 r ack rests on the leveling jacks. • The stabilizing feet are attached to the rack if it is a single-rack installation. • The racks are coupled toge[...]

About This Guide x HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup an d Installation Guide HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: a-frnt.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 1 2/17/03 1:59 PM Related Documents For additional information on th e topics covered in this guide, refer to the following documentation: • HP ProLiant[...]

About This Guide 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 mon itored. Outside North America, call the nearest HP Technical Support Phone Ce nter. Telephone numbers for worldwi[...]

About This Guide xii HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup and Installati on Guide HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: a-frnt.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 1 2/17/03 2:02 PM Optional Installation Service You may choose to have HP install the syst em. The installation service, as well as other services, can [...]

1 Installing the Server Blade and Options This chapter provides installation procedures for HP ProLiant BL40p server blades and options. For additional installation inform ation, r efer to the following documents: • • Labels attached to the server blade access panel Documentation that ships with each option kit To streamline the installation pr[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options Preparation Procedures To install server blade options, you may n eed to complete the following procedures: • • • • • • Access internal server blade components — Power down the server blade — Remove the server blade fro m the server blade enclosure — Remove the access panel Remove the system[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options To access internal server blade components: IMPORTANT: If the server blade is not installed in the server blade enclos ure, begin with step 4. 1. Identify the proper server blade in the server blade enclosure. 2. Remove power from the server blad e in one of the following ways: — Use the virtual power butto[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 3. Remove the server blade from the server blade enclosure: a. If the server blade is installed in either of the end bays and has a fibre channel expansion board installed in a PCI-X slot, raise the locking handle at the back of the server blade to unlock it from the enclosure. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the [...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options b. Press the release button to release the locking lever (1). CAUTION: After you press the release button, the server blade is unlock ed from the enclosure. Use both hands to support the server blade when you remove it from the rack. c. Pull open the locking lever (2). d. Grasp the lever and slide the server [...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 4. Place the server blade on a flat, level surface. 5. Remove the access panel: a. Lift up on the hood latch handle until the access panel disengages from the chassis (1). b. Slide the access panel about 1.3 cm (1/2 inch) toward the rear of the unit and lift the panel to remove it (2). Figure 1-4: Removing th[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options Removing the System Board Tray Assembly The system board tray assembly must be removed from the chassis for the replacement of some components, but is not required for all preparation procedures. Refer to the instructions for replacing a specific option to determine whether the system board tray assembly must[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options Table 1-1: Component Disconnection Tasks continued Item Component Task 3 DC power converter Disconnect from system board 4 RJ-45 cables Disconnect from PCI-X mezzanine board 5 SCSI I2C cable Disconnect from SCSI backplane board and snap into the processor baffle 6 SCSI backplane power cable Disconnect from SC[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 3. Remove the three-fan assembly: a. Disconnect the fan cable from the PCI-X mezzanine board (1). b. Pull out the fan clips located underneath the assembly (2). c. Lift the assembly out of the chassis (3). Figure 1-6: Removing the three-fan assembly 4. Remove the DC power converter from the system board. Refe[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 5. Disconnect the RJ-45 cables from the PCI-X mezzanine board. Figure 1-7: Disconnecting RJ-45 ca bles 6. Disconnect the SCSI I2C cable from the SCSI backplane board, and snap the cable into the processor baffle. Refer to Figure 1-8 and Figure 1-9. CAUTION: The SCSI I2C cable must remain attach ed to the syst[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 7. Disconnect the SCSI backplane power cable from the SCSI backplane board, and snap the cable into the processor baffle. Refer to Figure 1-8 and Figure 1-9. Figure 1-8: Disconnecting the SCSI I2C cable and the SCSI backplane power cable Figure 1-9: Attaching cables to the processor ba ffle NOTE: The chassis [...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 8. Disconnect both SCSI cables from the SCSI backplane board (1, 4) and from the system board (2, 3). NOTE: Numbers 3 and 4 in Figure 1-10 referenc e ports A (short cable). Numbers 1 and 2 reference ports B (long cable). Crossing the cables can result in incorrect data prese ntation. Figure 1-10: Disconnectin[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 9. Lift the system board tray release latch (1) and turn it to unlock the system board tray from the chassis (2). 10. Push the button to release the system boa rd tray lever (3) and slowly slide it towards the front of the server blade (4). IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the equipment, be sure to lift all cable[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 11. When the system board tray lever is comp letely forward, slide the system board tray out of the chassis. Figure 1-12: Removing the system board tray To replace the system board, reverse steps 1 through 11. 1-14 HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup an d Installation Guide HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute [...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options Identifying System Board Components Use Figure 1-13 and Table 1-2 to identify the system board components and connectors. Figure 1-13: System board components and connectors HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup and Installati on Guide 1-15 HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: b-ch1 Inst alling the Ser[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options Table 1-2: System Board Components and Con nectors Item Description Item Description 1 Processor socket 3 18 I/O passthrough board connector 2 LED/power switch board connector 19 Smart Array 5i Plus memory module 3 PPM slot 3 20 System board 4 SCSI I2C cable connector 21 DC power converter connector 5 PPM slo[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options Memory The server blade supports up to six 2-GB, PC2100, Registered, ECC DDR DIMMs. The following sections explain DIMM slot locations, installation guidelines, and installation procedures. Online Spare Memory Configuration With Online Spare Memory, you can confi gure primary server memory for up to 8 GB of E[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options After installing DIMMs, use ROM-Based Se tup Utility (RBSU) to configure the system for Online Spare Memory support: 1. Access RBSU by pressing the F9 key during power-up, when the prompt is displayed in the lower right corner of the screen. 2. Select System Options . 3. Select Advanced Memory Protection . 4.[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options Installing DIMMs Before installing DIMMs, review “Online Spare Memory Configuration” in this chapter. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the internal system components to cool before t ouching them. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic compo nents. Pr[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 4. Insert the DIMM into the DIMM slot (1). 5. Press down firmly. When the DIMM seats fully in the slot, the latches close (2). Figure 1-14: Installing a DIMM 6. Reinstall the access panel. Refer to “Pre paration Procedures” in this chapter. 1-20 HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup an d Installation Guide[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options Processors The ProLiant BL40p server blade has the capability of up to four Int el® Xeon™ processors. To remove a processor: 1. Power down the server blade and remove it from the server blade enclosure. Refer to “Preparation Procedures” in this chapter. 2. Remove the access panel and the system board t[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 5. Lift the blue processor cage lever to release the processor cage (1). 6. Raise the processor cage away fro m the processor assembly (2). Figure 1-16: Removing the processor cage 1-22 HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup an d Installation Guide HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: b-ch1 Inst alling [...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 7. Lift the processor-locking lever to release processor assembly (1). 8. Lift the processor assembly away from the processor socket (2). Figure 1-17: Removing a processor CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processors and proces sor sockets, be sure to: • Completely open the process or-locking lever when i nst[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options To install a processor, reverse steps 1 through 7. When lowering the processor assembly, be sure to correc tly align the pins (1) before closing the processor-locking lever (2). CAUTION: When installing three processor s, they must occupy sockets 1, 2, and 4. Figure 1-18: Aligning the processor pins and insta[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options Battery-Backed Write Cache Enabler The Smart Array 5i Battery-Backed Write Cache Enabler, also known as the battery module, provides transportable data protection, increases overall controller performance, and maintains any cached data for up to 72 hours without external power. It provides the system with a m[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 4. Connect the cable from the battery module to the Smart Array 5i Plus memory module. Figure 1-20: Cabling the Battery-Ba cked Write Cache Enabler 5. Reinstall the system board and the access panel. Refer to “Preparation Procedures” in this chapter. NOTE: Insight Manager 7 will indicate a low charge unti[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options CAUTION: Always populate drive bays with eit her a hard d rive or blank. Proper airflow can only be maintaine d when the bays are populated. Unpopul ated drive bays can lead to improper cooling a nd thermal damage. To remove a hard drive blank: 1. Press and hold the release button (1). 2. Pull the blank out o[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options SCSI ID Numbers The server blade hot-plug SCSI hard drives have unique SCSI IDs that the system automatically sets. Figure 1-22 shows SCSI IDs for the server blade. IMPORTANT: Always populate hard drive bays starting wit h SCSI ID 0 (items 3 and 4 in Figure 1-22). Figure 1-22: SCSI ID numbers Table 1-3: Serve[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options Installing Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drives To install hot-plug SCSI hard drives: 1. Remove the existing hard drive blank or SCSI hard drive from the bay: — If a hard drive blank is installed in the bay, refer to “Removing Hard Drive Blanks” in this chapter. — If a SCSI hard drive is already inst alled in th[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options Removing Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drives To remove hot-plug SCSI hard drives: 1. Back up all server blade data on the hard drive. CAUTION: Before removing a hot-plug SCSI hard drive, us e the LEDs to determine the status of the drive. Refer to the “Hot-Plug S CSI Hard Drive LEDs” section in Appendix E, “LEDs [...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options Installing Expansion Boards The ProLiant BL40p server blade delivers fibre channel support for SAN implementations and clustering capabilities. The server blade has two PCI-X slots for redundant SAN connectivity and is optimized for HP StorageWorks. In addition, the server blade is also compatible with certa [...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 4. Open the alignment guide (1). 5. Install the expansion board into the PCI-X slot (2). 6. Close the alignment guide (3). 7. Close the release lever (4). Figure 1-26: Installing an expansion board 8. Repeat steps 2 through 7 for PCI-X slot 2 if installing an additional expansion board. 9. Reinstall the acces[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options Server Blades Before installing server blades for the firs t time, define your ha rdware configuration and server blade deployment process. Refer to Chapter 2, “Configuring and Deploying Server Blades.” 25.86 kg (57 lb) WARNING: The ProLiant BL40p serve r blade exceeds the recommended weight for one indiv[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 1. Four server blade blanks must be remove d before installing a BL40p server blade into the enclosure. To remove a server blade blank: a. Press the release buttons (1). b. Slide the server blade blank out of the bay (2). Figure 1-27: Removing a server blade blank NOTE: Store the server blade blank for future[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 4. If the server blade is not populating bays 1 through 4 ( farthest left) or bays 5 through 8 (farthest right): a. Use a Torx T-15 screwdriver to rem ove the 3 screws from the locking handle (1). b. Remove the locking handle from the back of the server blade (2). NOTE: The locking handle keeps the serve r bl[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options 5. Install the server blade into the bay. Slid e the server blade fully into the bay (1). 6. Close the ejector lever (2). Figure 1-29: Installing a server blade 7. If installing the server blade into either of the end bays, and if the server blade has PCI-X boards installed, close the lock ing handle on the b[...]

Installing the Server Blade and Options HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup and Installati on Guide 1-37 HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: b-ch1 Inst alling the Serve r Blade and Options.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 11/11/03 2:29 PM • Powering Up the Server Blade To install a server blade in the serv[...]

2 Configuring and Deploying Server Blades This chapter contains information about server blade deployment methods, hardware configuration, and the software to accomplish these tasks. Configuration and Deployment Overview Three primary deployment methods are supported: • • • Remote deployment using ProLiant Esse ntials Rapid Deployment Pack (R[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades If you purchased RDP with the blade enclosur e, follow the instructions on the Quick Start Guide, included in the kit, to register and install the software. For product information and the la test RDP documentation, go to www.hp.com/servers/rd p Remote Deployment using Vi rtual Devices through iLO The server[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades 2. Remotely access the server blade th rough iLO Advanced. Refer to the HP Integrated Lights-Out User Guide . 3. Click the Virtual Devices tab. 4. Select Virtual Media . 5. Use the Virtual Media applet to select the local CD or image file an d connect the Virtual CD to the server blade. 6. Use the iLO Virtua[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades After the server blade boots, follow the normal network installation procedure for your operating system. Deployment using Local D evices with the I/O Cable Use either the diagnostic cable or the I/ O cable to perform some server blade configuration and diagnostic procedures. Depending on the model, the serv[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades Figure 2-2: Connectors Table 2-1: Diagnostic and I/O cable connectors Item Description Diagnostic cable 1 Server blade connector 2 iLO RJ-45 (10/100 Ethernet) connector 3 Kernel debug connector** I/O cable* 4 Video connector 5 USB connector (2) 6 Kernel debug connector** 7 iLO RJ-45 (10/100 Ethernet) connect[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades 2-6 HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup and Installati on Guide HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: c-ch2 Conf iguring and Deploying Server Blade s.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 1 2/17/03 2:02 PM Connecting the Diagnostic Cable or the I/O Cable To connect to iLO us[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades 3. Connect the server blade connector to the server blade. CAUTION: Disconnect the diagnostic cable or the I/O cable from the port when not in use. The port and connector do not provide perma nent connections. CAUTION: Rear iLO connector performance degrades when the I/O cable or the diagnostic cable is in u[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades Connecting Directly to a Server Blade using Video and USB Devices To connect directly to the server blade, use the I/O cable and any combination of the following USB devices: • • • • • • Monitor USB Hub USB Keyboard USB Mouse USB CD-ROM USB Diskette Drive The devices can be connected to the I/O c[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades 1. Connect the I/O cable to the server blade (1). 2. Connect the video connector to a monitor (2). 3. Connect a USB mouse to the USB connector (3). 4. Connect a USB keyboard to the USB connector (4). Figure 2-5: Directly accessing a configured server blade Directly Accessing a Server Blade to Configure a Ser[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades 1. Connect the I/O cable to the server blade (1). 2. Connect a monitor to the video connector (2). 3. Connect a USB hub to a USB connector (3). 4. Connect the following to the USB hub: a. USB CD-ROM (4) and/or a USB diskette drive b. USB keyboard (5) c. USB mouse (6) NOTE: HP recommends the use of a USB hub [...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades SmartStart simplifies the deployment pro cess and facilitates loading the operating system. However, SmartStart does not prev ent you from loading the operating system and drivers manually. For more information on SmartStart, refer to the HP website: www.hp.com/ servers/ smartstart To perform a boot CD deplo[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades IMPORTANT: To deploy a server blade without the RDP, you must create a boota ble diskette or image of a bootable diskette. Refer to ”Creatin g the Boot Disket te.” To perform a boot diskette deployment: 1. Connect a USB diskette drive, USB mouse, USB keyboard, and a monitor to the server blade using the [...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup and Installati on Guide 2-13 HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: c-ch2 Conf iguring and Deploying Server Blade s.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 1 2/17/03 2:04 PM NOTE: For more information about these hardwar e and cabling configu[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades 2-14 HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup and Installati on Guide HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: c-ch2 Conf iguring and Deploying Server Blade s.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 1 2/17/03 2:05 PM A number of third-party PXE deployment t ools are available for Wind[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades • Automatic Server Recovery (ASR-2) • • • • • • • Integrated Management Log (IML) HP also offers the following software components: Health and Wellness Driver and IML Viewer iLO Management Interface Driver Rack Infrastructure Interface Service Management Agents For Microsoft® Windows operati[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades • Remotely boot a host server blade to a vi rtual diskette image to perform a ROM upgrade or to install an operating system. • • • • • • Send alerts from iLO regardless of the state of the host server blade. Access advanced troubleshooting features provided by iLO. Launch a Web browser, use Sim[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades iLO ROM-Based Setup Utility The iLO ROM-Based Setup Utility (iLO RBSU) is the recommended method to configure and set up the iLO subsystem. The iLO RBSU is designed to assist you with setting up iLO subsystem on a netw ork; it is not intended for continued administration. To run iLO RBSU: 1. Restart or power[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades 4. Select Network, DNS/DHCP, press the Enter key, and then select DHCP Enable. Press the spacebar to turn off DHCP. Be sure that DHCP Enable is set to Off and save the changes. 5. Select Network, NIC , and TCP/IP, press the Enter key, and type the appropriate information in the IP Address , Subnet Mask , and[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades 4. At the certificate screen, accept the certificate. 5. At the login screen, enter the default user ID and defau lt password provided on the iLO Default Network Settings tag. 6. At the main screen, click Remote Console . 7. Follow the on-screen directions. Refer to the HP Integrated Lights-Out User Guide fo[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades When the server blade boots, the system identifies whether the current ROM bank is corrupt. If a corrupt ROM is detected, the system boots from the backup ROM and alerts you through POST or IML that the ROM bank is corrupt. If both the current and backup versions of the ROM are corrupt, you must return the s[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades ROMPaq Utility ROM flash enables you to upgrade the firmware (BIOS) with system or option ROMPaq utilities. To upgrade the BIOS: 1. Download the latest ROMPaq at www.hp.com/ support 2. Follow the instructions and create a bootable diskette. IMPORTANT: You can use the iLO Virtual Media applet to create the im[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades To navigate RBSU, use the following keys: • • • To access RBSU, use the iLO Remote Console and press the F9 key when prompted during power up. To navigate the menu system, use the arrow keys. To make selections, press the Enter key. RBSU automatically saves settings when you press the Enter key. The ut[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades Table 2-2: RBSU Default Settings continued Menu/Option Default Setting Advanced Options MPS Table Mode AutoSet Table POST Speed Up Enabled POST F1 Prompt Enabled ROM Selection Use Current ROM Wake on LAN Enabled NMI Debug Button Enabled Processor Hyper-Threading Enabled Virtual Install Disk Disabled Option R[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades PXE Deployment For each server blade that you are deploying, the PXE server must be connected to the NIC designated for PXE. The server blad e defaults PXE functions to NIC 1, but any of the 5 NICs can be designated for PXE in RBSU. For NIC connector locations on RJ-45 patch panels and interc onnect switches[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades — TCP/IP networking and an IP addre ss compatible with one of the following the iLO Diagnostic Port IP address or an assigned DHCP or static IP address — CD-ROM drive and/or diskette drive — Any of the following Java  Runtime Environment versions: 1.3.1_02 1.3.1_07 1.3.1_08 1.4.1 Access the Java Run[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades — CD-ROM drive — NFS installed — 1.5 GB of available disk space • • Windows repository server (only required for Microsoft Windows deployment) — Microsoft Windows 2000 operating system installed — Network connection — CD-ROM drive — 1.5 GB of available disk space — TCP/IP networking and a[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup and Installati on Guide 2-27 HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: c-ch2 Conf iguring and Deploying Server Blade s.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 1 2/17/03 2:14 PM The basic steps necessary to use the SmartStart Scripting Toolkit ar[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades • Client Management—Insight Manager 7 en ables you to manage faults and assets on Deskpro computers and HP portables. • • • • • Netelligent Management—Insight Ma nager 7 can receive alarms from Netelligent devices. Full management of Netelligent devices is supported through integration with H[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades 3. Access the server blade through the iLO Remote Console. Refer to the “Access the Server Blade with iLO Remote Console” in this chapter for more information. 4. Insert the virtual diskette. 5. Use the iLO virtual power button to power the server blade off and then on, and to set the blade to boot from [...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades Viewing the Log You can view recorded events in the IML in several ways, including the following: • • • • From within the iLO Web pages From within the Insight Manager 7 From within the Survey Utility From within operating system specific IML viewers — For Windows 2000, Event Viewer, or HP IML View[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades Printing the Event List To print the event list: 1. From Insight Manager 7, select the appropr iate server blade. The selected server blade appears with buttons around its perimeter. 2. Click Configuration . 3. Click Recovery . 4. Click Print . Survey Utility Survey Utility is a serviceability tool that deli[...]

Configuring and Deployi ng Server Blades 2-32 HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup and Installati on Guide HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: c-ch2 Conf iguring and Deploying Server Blade s.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 1 1/11/03 2:31 PM Table 2-3: Server Blade Event Messages Event Type Event Message Mach[...]

A Regulatory Compliance Notices Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers For the purpose of regulatory compliance certification and identification, your product has been assigned a unique series number. The series number can be found on the product nameplate label, along with all required approval m arkings and information. When requesting comp[...]

Regulatory Compliance Notic es Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods in order to maintain co mpliance with FCC Rules and Regulations. Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien) This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment Regulations. C[...]

Regulatory Compliance Notic es Korean Notice BSMI Notice Battery Replacement Notice Your computer is provided with an internal lithium battery or battery pack. There is a danger of explosion and risk of personal injury if the battery is incorrectly replaced or mistreated. Unless specific replace ment inst ructions are provided as part of this guide[...]

Regulatory Compliance Notic es A-4 HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup and Installati on Guide HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: d-appa Regulatory Compliance Noti ces.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 11/11/03 2:33 PM WARNING: Your computer contains an internal lithium manganese dioxide, a vanadium pentoxid[...]

B Electrostatic Discharge To prevent damaging the system, be aware of the precautions you need to follow when setting up the system or handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage sy stem boards or other static-sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduc e the life expectancy of the device. Prev[...]

Electrostatic Discharge B-2 HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup and Installati on Guide HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: e-appb Electrostatic Discharge.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 1 1/11/03 2:33 PM • • • • Grounding Methods There are several methods for grounding. Us e one or more of the foll[...]

C Server Error Messages Use POST error messages to assist in troubleshooting and performing basic diagnostic functions in the server blade. POST error messages are displayed in the following locations: • • • Integrated Management Log (IML) iLO POST log iLO Remote Console For a complete listing of error messages a nd other troubleshooting info[...]

D Troubleshooting For a list of new server error messages t h at are specific to this server, refer to Appendix C, “Server Error Messages.” For information on LEDs and switches speci fic to the server blade, refer to Appendix E, “LEDs and Switches.” For information about general troubleshooting techniques, diagnos tic tools, error messages,[...]

Troubleshooting If the server blade does not start: 1. Be sure that the server blade is fully seated in the server blade enclosure. 2. Be sure that power is applied to the server blade: — Check the status using the system power LED. For the location and explanation of the system power LED, refer to the “Server Blade Front Panel LEDs” section [...]

Troubleshooting 5. Power cycle the server blade. If the server blade does not restart, proceed to the “Server Blade Diagnostic Steps” section in this appendix. 6. Check the server blade for the following normal power-up sequence to be sure that the system meets the minimal hardware requirements and is powered up during normal operations: a. The[...]

Troubleshooting Server Blade Diagnostic Steps If the server blade does not power up, or powers up but does not co mplete POST, answer the questions in Table D-1 to determine appropriate actions based on the symptoms observed. According to the answers you give, you are directed to the appropriate table that immediately follows. Table D-1: Diagnostic[...]

Troubleshooting Table D-2: Is the Server Bl ade System Power LED Illuminated? Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No A broken connection exists between one or more of the following components: • Server blade enclosure and server blade • DC converter module and system board • DC converter module and power supply cables • LED/power swi[...]

Troubleshooting Table D-3: Is the Server Blade System Power LED Gre en? Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No, it is amber Power On/Standby button has not been pressed firmly or long enough. A short may have occurred in the system. The PCI-X mezzanine board is not properly seated. The NIC I/O board is not properly seated. One or both of the[...]

Troubleshooting Table D-4: Is the Server Blade Internal Health LED Solid Gree n? Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No, it is amber. A DIMM is in pre-failure condition. One of the three SCSI backplane fans has failed. Perform the following steps: 1. Power down the system, and disconnect all possible fibre chan nel cables at the back of the [...]

Troubleshooting Table D-4: Is the Server Blade Internal Health LED Solid Gree n? continued Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No, it is flashing green. The server blade is still in POST. If the flashing continues after 2.5 minutes, one of the following conditions may apply: • No bootable devices exist, and the server blade is not connecte[...]

Troubleshooting Table D-4: Is the Server Blade Internal Health LED Solid Gree n? continued Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No, it is red A processor has failed. Processor 1 is not installed. A processor is an unsupported type. Processors are mismatched (speed and/or type). A PPM has failed. A PPM is not installed. A DIMM has experienced [...]

Troubleshooting Table D-4: Is the Server Blade Internal Health LED Solid Gree n? continued Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No, it is red (continued) Two or three of the SCSI backplane fans are not installe d or have failed, or the fan cable is not properly connected to the PCI-X mezzanine board. One or both of the system board power modu[...]

Troubleshooting Table D-5: Is the iLO Remote Co nsole Displaying Error Information? Answer Solution No An iLO problem exists. Refer to the HP Integrated Lights-Out User Guide that ships on the Documentation CD. Yes Error and event logs are avail able for diagnosis. Determine the next action by observing POST progress and error me ssages. Use the iL[...]

Troubleshooting Clearing the System Configuration To clear the system configuration using RBSU: 1. Access the Erase Non-Volatile Memory feature from the Advanced Options menu. 2. Select Yes, Select to Erase . To clear the system configuration using the system configuration switch: 1. Power down the server blade using one of the following methods: ?[...]

Troubleshooting 9. Repeat steps 1 through 3. 10. Change position 6 of SW3 to off. 11. Repeat steps 5 through 7. IMPORTANT: When the server blade boots after NVRAM is cleared, a delay of up to 2 minutes is normal. During this delay, the system appe ars non-functional. Do not attempt any procedures durin g the delay. Accessing the Redundant ROM If th[...]

Troubleshooting D-14 HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup an d Installation Guide HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: g-appd Troubleshooting.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 1 1/11/03 2:35 PM • • • 6. Connect the server blade to system power using one of the following methods: — Install the server bla[...]

E LEDs and Switches This appendix identifies the locations a nd explains the functions of LEDs and switches. LEDs The system contains several sets of LEDs that indicate the status and settings of hardware components. Use the following sections to determine the location and functions of LEDs on these components: • • • • ProLiant BL40p server[...]

LEDs and Switches Figure E-1: Front panel LEDs Table E-1: Front Panel LEDs Item LED Description Status 1 Unit identification Blue = Flagged Blue flashing = Management mode Off = No remote management 2 Internal Health Green = Normal (when server blade is powered on) Off = Normal (when server blade is on standby) Amber = System degraded Red = System [...]

LEDs and Switches Table E-1: Front Panel LEDs continued Item LED Description Status 4 NIC 1 5 NIC 2 6 NIC 3 7 NIC 4 8 NIC 5 Green = Linked to network Green flashing = Network activity Off = No activity 9 Power On/Standby Green = On Amber = Standby (power available) Off = Unit off System Board LEDs The LEDs on the system board will be visible only w[...]

LEDs and Switches Figure E-2: System board LEDs Table E-2: System Board LEDs Item LED Description Status 1 Port 84 A combination of illuminated LEDs indicates the Port 84 code. Refer to the HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Maintenance and Servi ce Guide for a listing of the codes. 2 iLO Green = Normal Off = No iLO connectivity 3 Smart Array 5i memory[...]

LEDs and Switches Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drive LEDs Each hot-plug SCSI hard drive has three LED s located on the front of the drive. The LEDs provide activity, online, and fault status for each corresponding dri ve when configured as a part of an array and atta ched to a powered-on Smart Array controller. Their behavior may vary depending on the stat u[...]

LEDs and Switches Table E-3: Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drive LED Status Combinations (1) Activity (2) Onli ne (3) Fault Means On Off Off Do not remove the drive. Removing a drive during this process causes data loss. The drive is being accessed and is not confi gured as part of an array. On Flashing Off Do not remove the drive. Removing a drive during thi[...]

LEDs and Switches Table E-3: Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drive LED Status Combinations continued (1) Activity (2) Onli ne (3) Fault Means Off On Off OK to replace the drive onl ine if a predictive failure alert is received, provided that the array is configured for fault tolerance and all other drives in the array ar e online. The drive is online and config[...]

LEDs and Switches Table E-4: Fan LEDs Item LED Description Status 1 Fan 1 Status 2 Fan 2 Status 3 Fan 3 Status 4 Fan 4 Status 5 Fan 5 Status 6 Fan 6 Status 7 Fan 7 Status 8 Fan 8 Status 9 Fan 9 Status Off = Fan not powered Green = Normal Amber = Fan failure Power On/Standby Button Setting the server blade Power On/Sta ndby button to the standby pos[...]

LEDs and Switches Use Figure E-5 to identify the button location. Figure E-5: Power On/Standby button HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup and Installati on Guide E-9 HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: h-appe LEDs and Switches.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 11/11/03 2:36 PM[...]

LEDs and Switches System Switches System switches enable you to change ce rtain settings or to perform advanced diagnostic procedures. The following sections explain the functions of each switch. Refer to Figure E-6 and Table E-5 to identify switch locations and functions. Figure E-6: Server blade system switches Table E-5: Server Blade System Swit[...]

LEDs and Switches System Maintenance Switch (SW3) The system maintenance switch is an eight-position switch that implements protection and override functions. The default setting for all eight positions is o ff. For the proper system maintenance switch setti ngs, refer to Table E-6 or refer to the labels attached to the inside of the server access [...]

LEDs and Switches E-12 HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup and Installati on Guide HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: h-appe LEDs and Switches.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 1 1/11/03 2:36 PM System ID Switch (SW1) The system ID switch is a three-position sw itch used for chassis ID. Settings should be ch[...]

F Specifications This appendix provides operating and perfo rmance specifications for the ProLiant BL40p server blade. ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Table F-1: Operating and Performance Specifications for ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Dimensions Width 26.14 cm (10.29 in) Depth 71.12 cm (28.00 in) Height 17.50 cm (6.89 in) Weight (maximum) 25.86 kg (57.[...]

Specifications F-2 HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup and Installation Gui de HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: i-appf Specifications. doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 1 1/11/03 2:38 PM Table F-1: Operating and Performance Specifications for ProLiant BL40p Server Blade continued Dimensions Relative humidi[...]

G System Battery System Board Battery Replacement When the server blade no longer automatica lly displays the correct date and time, you may need to replace the battery that provi des power to the real-time clock. Under normal use, battery life is usually about 5 to 10 years. Use an HP 540-mAh, lithium, 3-V replacement battery (spare P/N 179322-001[...]

System Battery To install a new battery: 1. Power down the server blade. Refer to “Preparation Procedures” in Chapter 1, “Installing the Server Blade and Options.” 2. Remove the server blade from the server blade enclosure. Refer to “Preparation Procedures” in Chapter 1, “Installing the Server Blade and Options.” 3. Remove the acces[...]

System Battery HP ProLiant BL40p Server Blade Setup and Installati on Guide G-3 HP CONFIDENTIAL Writer: Amy Clute File Name: j-appg System Battery.doc Codename: Black Ice Part Number: 307153 -002 Last Saved On: 11/11/03 2:39 PM 5. Remove the existing battery: a. Insert a pen or other narrow object into the slot at the front of the battery holder to[...]

Index BIOS, upgrading 2-21 blanks A hard drive 1-26 access panel, removing 1-6 server blade 1-34 accessing browsers, launching 2-16 internal server blade components 1-2, 1-3 BSMI notice A-3 buttons redundant R OM 2- 19, D-13 Power On/Sta ndby 1-3, E-8 accumulators A-4 virtual powe r 1-37 alkaline ba ttery warning A-4 Altiris Express Deploymen t Ser[...]

Index E connecting diagnostic cabl e 2-6 ejector lever 1-30 I/O cable 2-6 electrostatic discharge, prevention measures B-1 to iLO 2-6 with vide o and USB devices 2-8 error messages connectors POST, where to find C-1 diagnostic cabl e 2-5 using for diagn ostics D-2 I/O cable 2-5 European Unio n notice A- 2 system board 1-15 event lists printing 2-31[...]

Index J HP ProLiant Integrat ion Modul e 2-1 HP website xi Japanese noti ce A-2 humidity ra nges See specific ations K I Korean notice A-3 I/O cable connecting 2-6 L connectors 2-5 definiti on 2-4 LEDs IP address 2-6 hot -plug SCSI har d drive E-5 identifying Power On/Standby E-3 system board compon ents 1-15 serve r blade, f ront pa nel E-1 system[...]

Index N R normal power up sequence D-3 rated input current/voltag e/power See specifications notices BSMI A-3 RDP See ProLiant Essentials Rap id Deployment P ack Canadian A-2 Japanese A-2 reboot, remote 2-16 Korean A-3 recharge wa rning A-4 recycling, battery A-4 redundant R OM O accessing 2-19, D-13 Online Flash Utility 2-20 support 2-19 operating[...]

Index ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU) Smart Components for Remote ROM Flash 2-20 default sett ings 2-2 2 definiti on 2-21 SmartStart Script ing Tool kit 2-2 6 navigating 2-22 software ROMPaq Utility 2-21 Aut omatic Server Recovery-2 2-29 ROMs Diagnostics Utility 2-29 iLO 2-20 IML 2-29 power mana gement m odule 2- 20 Insight Ma nager 7 2-27 server bl[...]

Index T Online Flash Utility 2-20 ProLiant Essen tials Ra pid Deployme nt Pack 2-1 technical support xi telephone numbers xi Remote Deployment 2-20 services xii ROMPaq 2-21 temperature ranges See specifications Smart Componen ts for Remote ROM Flash 2-20 tools, conduct ive B- 2 troublesho oting Survey 2-31 DIMMs D-7 event messages 2-32 V initial bo[...]