Specifications

viii Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R Maintenance and Service Guide
For use with Pentium II Xeon and Pentium III Xeon processor-based servers only
Compaq Technician Notes
WARNING: Only authorized technicians trained by Compaq 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 or damage to the
equipment:
■ If the system has multiple power supplies, disconnect power from the system by
unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.
■ 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.
CAUTION: To properly ventilate your system, you must provide at least 12 inches (30.5 cm) of
clearance at the front and back of the computer.
CAUTION: The computer is designed to be electrically grounded. To ensure proper operation,
plug the AC power cord into a properly grounded AC outlet only.
Where to Go for Additional Help
In addition to this guide, the following information sources are available:
■ User Documentation
■ Compaq Service Quick Reference Guide
■ Service Training Guides
■ Compaq Service Advisories and Bulletins
■ Compaq QuickFind
■ Compaq Insight Manager
■ Compaq Download Facility: Call 1-281-518-1418
Integrated Management Display
Some Compaq server models include a Compaq Integrated Management Display (IMD), an
integrated, 16x4 character display mounted on the front of the server. This display provides
easy-to-use menu-driven access to server information, including model number, LCD firmware
revision, and POST operations.