Setup and Installation Guide HP BladeSystem bc1500 Blade PC and PC Blade Enclosure Document Part Number: 399089-003 December 2005 This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installation, and reference information for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades for the HP Consolidated Client Infrastructure (CCI) solution.
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Contents 1 About This Guide Audience Assumptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Symbols on Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rack Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Interconnect Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8 Optional RJ-45 Patch Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8 Optional Installation Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8 4 Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution Measuring with the Rack Template. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents A Regulatory Compliance Notices Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Federal Communications Commission Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class B Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Reviewing Activity of a Blade PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D–25 Powering Off the Blade PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D–26 E LEDs and Switches LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E–1 Enclosure Front Panel LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 About This Guide This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installation, and reference information for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades for the HP Consolidated Client Infrastructure (CCI) solution. cross-references in this guide are linked to the referenced section. ✎ The Click on a cross-reference to go directly to that section. Audience Assumptions This guide is for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots HP CCI solutions.
About This Guide 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.
About This Guide 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. 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.
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2 HP CCI Solution Technology Hardware Features The HP CCI solution is comprised of a rack-mountable HP BladeSystem PC Blade Enclosure that contains advanced electronics for managing up to 20 single-processor blade PCs. HP BladeSystem PC Blade Enclosure with blade PCs (20) The enclosure and blade PC features described in the following sections are standard on HP CCI solutions, unless otherwise specified. Setup and Installation Guide www.hp.
HP CCI Solution Technology HP PC Blade Enclosure Standard Features The HP PC Blade Enclosure features include: ■ 3U height and standard 48 cm (19 inch) width ■ Support for up to 20 Blade PCs ■ Interconnect Tray supporting an Interconnect Switch (standard configuration) or an RJ-45 Patch Panel (optional).
HP CCI Solution Technology RJ-45 Patch Panel (Optional) The RJ-45 Patch Panel features: ■ 40 port 10/100 RJ-45 connectors ■ 1 to 1 mapping between each NIC on the blade PCs to one of the 40 RJ-45 ports on the back of this tray-mounted patch panel ■ Separate Link and Activity LEDs, for each 10/100 port Integrated Administrator Integrated Administrator features include: ■ Local and remote access to enclosure and blade PC information ■ Secure Shell, Telnet, and Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) Web access
HP CCI Solution Technology Redundant Power The HP PC Blade Enclosure includes two 600-W redundant hot-plug power supplies ■ 1 + 1 redundancy ■ Integrated hot-plug capability ■ Autosensing input voltage range from 100 to 127 VAC and 200 to 240 VAC ■ Load-sharing across all Blade PCs Redundant Cooling The HP PC Blade Enclosure ships with four redundant hot-plug fans.
HP CCI Solution Technology HP BladeSystem bc1500 Blade PC Features The Blade PC is simple to install, deploy, and service. A Blade PC that requires out-of-the-rack upgrades, service, or maintenance can be easily replaced by another Blade PC. The following figure shows a Blade PC.
HP CCI Solution Technology Processor Each Blade PC ships with an integrated AMD Athlon™ 64 1500+ with 512KB cache. Ä CAUTION: The processor heatsink assembly is integrated into the system board and cannot be removed. Memory The Blade PC supports the following memory features: ■ DDR 333 (2 SODIMM connectors) For more information, refer to QuickSpecs located on the HP website: www.hp.
HP CCI Solution Technology Diagnostic Adapter and Graphics Diagnostic Card Each Blade PC has a diagnostic connector.
HP CCI Solution Technology NICs The two embedded NICs on the Blade PC have the following features: ■ Embedded 10/100-Mbps Broadcom 5705F Fast Ethernet NICs ■ Preboot eXecution Environment (PXE) support (first NIC only) ■ Auto-negotiation of 10/100-Mbps link speeds ■ Full-duplex Ethernet support ■ Teaming for network fault tolerance or load balancing (also known as port bonding or trunking) Software Deployment and Management Features HP offers an extensive set of features and optional tools to sup
HP CCI Solution Technology ❏ Advanced features that can detect and display Blade PCs based on their physical rack, enclosure, and bay locations ❏ The ability to set the deployment console to automatically install pre-defined configurations on newly-installed Blade PCs For more information about HP Rapid Deployment Pack, refer to your authorized reseller, the Rapid Deployment CD that ships with the enclosure, or visit the HP website: www.hp.
HP CCI Solution Technology The interconnect switch concentrates the forty 10/100 Ethernet Blade PC network connections into four RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet uplink connectors. Each uplink can communicate with all 40 network connections; thus, only one to all four of these connectors may be used providing up to a 40-to-1 reduction in the number of network cables connected to the enclosure. The interconnect switch is compatible with industry standards and is fully pre-configured for immediate use.
3 Planning the Installation Optimum Environment For maximum performance and availability from your HP CCI solution, be sure that your operating environment meets the required specifications for the following: ■ Floor strength ■ Space ■ Power ■ Electrical grounding ■ Temperature ■ Airflow For detailed information on these requirements, refer to the HP PC Blade Enclosure System Overview and Planning white paper at the HP website: www.hp.
Planning the Installation Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or equipment damage, AT LEAST two people are needed to safely unload the rack from the pallet. An empty 42U rack can weigh as much as 115 kg (253 lb), can stand more than 2.1 m (7 ft) tall, and may become unstable when being moved on its casters. Never stand in front of the rack when it is rolling down the ramp from the pallet; always handle the rack from both sides.
Planning the Installation HP PC Blade Enclosure Warnings and Cautions Before installing the HP PC Blade Enclosure, carefully review the following warnings and cautions: Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to equipment, heed all warnings and cautions throughout the installation instructions. Å WARNING: A risk of injury or damage to the equipment from hazardous energy is present. The access door provides access to hazardous energy circuits.
Planning the Installation Å WARNING: The HP PC Blade Enclosure is 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 Blade PCs and power supplies from the enclosures before installing or removing the enclosures. • Use caution and get help to lift and stabilize an enclosure during installation or removal, especially when the enclosure is not fastened to the rack.
Planning the Installation Preparing for Software Deployment To prepare for software deployment, you must first set up HP Rapid Deployment Pack or another deployment method. These deployment methods are discussed in Chapter 5, “Deployment and Management.
Planning the Installation Blade Enclosure The HP PC Blade Enclosure ships with the following: ■ Two redundant hot-plug power supplies and power cords ■ C-GbE Interconnect Switch with Integrated Administrator ■ Four redundant hot-plug fans ■ Documentation CD. ■ Rack-mounting hardware for HP, Compaq branded, and third-party racks Ä CAUTION: Always install either a Blade PC or a Blade PC blank in each Blade PC bay to maintain proper airflow and cooling. Improper airflow can lead to thermal damage.
Planning the Installation Standard rack-mounting hardware Item Description 1 Rack rails (2, left and right) 2 Bag of screws Not shown Enclosure rack template Rack rails have the following features: ■ Adjustable depth of 61 cm to 91 cm (24 inches to 36 inches) ■ Depth indicator, visible in the middle of the rail ■ "L" and "R" markings to identify left and right rack rails (from the front of the rack) Blade PCs Blade PCs ship in packages of one or ten Blade PCs.
Planning the Installation Interconnect Switch The standard configuration of the PC Blade Enclosure includes a C-GbE Interconnect switch installed into the back of the enclosure. Rear of enclosure with Interconnect switch Optional RJ-45 Patch Panel The interconnect switch may be replaced with an optional RJ-45 patch panel as shown below. Rear of enclosure with optional RJ-45 patch panel installed Optional Installation Service You may choose to have HP install your HP CCI solution.
4 Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution This chapter contains the following procedures: ■ Measuring with the rack template ■ Installing the rack rails ■ Installing the enclosure into the rack ■ Cabling the HP CCI solution ❏ Identifying interconnect tray connectors ❏ Cabling the enclosure ■ Powering up the HP CCI solution ■ Powering down the HP CCI solution ❏ Powering down a Blade PC ❏ Powering down the enclosure ■ Installing a Blade PC ■ Removing a Blade PC ■ Installing additiona
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution Measuring with the Rack Template Using the rack template, identify the proper holes for inserting the tabs on the vertical rack supports. Use a pencil to mark the top and bottom edges for the rack supports on the rack template, which identify the position for the rails supporting the enclosure. To use the rack template to identify the required space and location for the enclosure: 1. Stand at the front of the rack and identify the front side of the rack template.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution 3. Align the rack template so that its sides are square with the sides of the rack. IMPORTANT: Tick marks on the rack supports help you to maintain proper alignment of the rack template. 4. Use a pencil to mark an “M” at the locations on the rack where the rack rails are to be inserted 1. 5. On the rack, mark the top and bottom edges of the rack template to help align the rack template for the next enclosure 2. Marking the rack for enclosure installation 6.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution Installing the Rack Rails 1. Measure the depth of your rack. 2. Be sure that the rail locking gear is in the unlocked position 1. 3. Press the rail locking tab to unlock the rack rail 2. 4. Adjust the rack rail to the depth of the rack using the numbers on the rack rail as a guide 3. The depth of a Compaq branded rack (29 inches) is clearly indicated on the rack rails.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution 5. Insert the rear of the right rack rail into the rack at the marks you made when measuring with the template. rack rails feature “L” and “R” markings to identify the left and ✎ The right rack rails (from the front of the rack). Inserting the rear of the rack rail Setup and Installation Guide www.hp.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution 6. Compress the spring-loaded rack rail toward the rear of the rack 1. 7. Using the marks you made when measuring with the template, align the front of the right rail with the holes and release the rail, allowing it to lock into position 2. 8. Engage the locking gear 3. Inserting the front of the rack rail and engaging the locking gear Ä CAUTION: Rack rails must be installed as tightly as possible.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution Installing the Enclosure into the Rack The enclosure ships with two different sizes of thumbscrews: ■ Size 10-32 thumbscrews with white hexagonal washers, which are compatible with Compaq-branded racks and some HP and third-party racks ■ Size M6 thumbscrews with black hexagonal washers, which are compatible with some third-party racks that require metric sizes To replace a thumbscrew: 1. Pull the thumbscrew outward 1. 2.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution 4. Place the hexagonal washer at the back of the hole in the enclosure 1. 5. Insert the screw through the hole in the enclosure. 6. Press the head of the screw inward so that the spring is completely compressed 2. 7. Screw the hexagonal washer onto the shaft of the screw until it passes all the threads and is secure within the thumbscrew housing 3. Replacing a thumbscrew, spring, and hexagonal washer 8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 for the other thumbscrew.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution To load the enclosure into the rack: 1. Refer to the “Measuring with the Rack Template” section in this chapter. 2. Stand at the front of the rack. 3. Align the bottom of the enclosure with the top of the rack rails. 4. Slide the enclosure fully into the rack 1. 5. Tighten the thumbscrews to secure the enclosure in the rack 2. Installing the enclosure into the rack Cabling the HP CCI Solution An HP CCI solution requires no internal cabling.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution HP PC Blade Enclosure C-GbE Interconnect Switch Connectors The interconnect switch reduces forty 10/100 Ethernet networking connections coming from the Blade PCs to four Gigabit Ethernet uplink RJ-45 connectors. Integrated Administrator module is included with the interconnect ✎ An switch.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution Optional RJ-45 Patch Panel The RJ-45 patch panel functions as a fault tolerant Ethernet pass-through for a 1 to 1 mapping between each NIC on each Blade PC to one of the 40 RJ-45 ports on the back of this tray-mounted patch panel.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution Cabling the Enclosure Ä CAUTION: Do not connect external devices to the enclosure link (RJ-45) connectors unless the device is listed as a supported device on the Quickspecs. Connecting an unsupported external device to the enclosure link (RJ-45) connectors may damage your external device. To cable a HP PC Blade Enclosure already installed in a rack: 1.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution 4. Bundle network and power cables together and route them to the outer edge of the rack. Cabling the solution with the interconnect switch Cabling the solution with the RJ-45 patch panel Setup and Installation Guide www.hp.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution IMPORTANT: Be sure to route the cables for your enclosure in a manner that provides rapid, easy access to the console connector for a local client device, such as a laptop computer. Also be sure to route the cables so they do not block or restrict airflow from any of the fan openings. 5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 for each Blade PC enclosure you have installed.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution Installing a Blade PC Ä CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. Properly ground yourself before beginning any installation procedure. See Appendix B, “Electrostatic Discharge,” for more information. To install a Blade PC: 1. Determine your hardware configuration and deployment process. See Chapter 5, “Deployment and Management.” 2. Install or upgrade memory before installing Blade PCs into an enclosure.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution 3. If Blade PC blanks have been installed, remove the Blade PC blank: a. Press the ejector tabs on the Blade PC blank 1. b. Slide the Blade PC blank out of the bay 2. Removing a single-bay Blade PC blank Removing a five-bay Blade PC blank ✎ Store the Blade PC blank for future use. 4-16 www.hp.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution IMPORTANT: Before installing Blade PCs for the first time, define your hardware configuration and deployment process. See Chapter 5, “Deployment and Management.” 4. Install the Blade PC: a. Align the Blade PC with the Blade PC bay on the enclosure and slide the blade partially into the enclosure. b. Press the release latch 1 on the blade. c. Pull down the ejector lever 2. Opening the blade eject lever Setup and Installation Guide www.hp.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution Ä CAUTION: The Blade PC is keyed to fit only one way in the bay. If the Blade PC does not slide easily into the bay, be sure that the Blade PC is oriented properly. d. Slide the Blade PC inward until the ejector lever engages the enclosure 1. e. Close the ejector lever until you hear an audible click that indicates the Blade PC is properly seated 2. Installing a Blade PC IMPORTANT: Install a Blade PC for each of the blanks you have removed. 5.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution Powering Up the HP CCI Solution As soon as you connect an AC power cord to a hot-plug power supply on the rear panel, the enclosure powers up. All Blade PCs already installed in the enclosure also power up one at a time in approximately one-second intervals. Plug in the second power supply for redundancy. A Blade PC installed into a powered enclosure will immediately power up.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution 4. If the Blade PC still has power, power down the Blade PC by either: ❏ Using the Integrated Administrator or ❏ Pressing the power button on the front of the Blade PC IMPORTANT: Refer to the HP PC Blade Enclosure Integrated Administrator User Guide to power down the Blade PC using the Integrated Administrator. Powering down the Blade PC To perform an emergency shut down of a Blade PC, press and hold the blade power button for four seconds.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution Powering Down the Enclosure To perform a graceful shutdown of the enclosure and all the Blade PCs, press the enclosure power button. If your operating system is Microsoft Windows XP, the enclosure automatically performs a graceful shutdown of all Blade PCs, and then removes power from the enclosure. To perform an emergency shut down of the enclosure and all Blade PCs at the same time, press and hold the enclosure power button for four seconds.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution Installing Additional Memory The Blade PCs support the following memory features: ■ Unregistered SODIMM DDR 333 memory For more information, refer to QuickSpecs located on the HP website: www.hp.com ■ 512MB system memory expandable to 2GB ■ Two SODIMM slots To install SODIMMs on a Blade PC: 1. Power down the Blade PC. See the “Powering Down a Blade PC” section in this chapter. 2. Remove the Blade PC from the enclosure.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution IMPORTANT: Step 5 applies only when you wish to upgrade SODIMMs. 5. Remove the existing SODIMM: a. Release the latches on each side of the SODIMM slot 1 1. b. Remove the SODIMM from the Blade PC 2. Removing an SODIMM Setup and Installation Guide www.hp.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution 6. Install SODIMM 1: a. Match the notch on the SODIMM with the tab on the SODIMM socket and insert the SODIMM into the socket at a slight angle 1. b. Press the SODIMM down towards the board, ensuring that it is fully seated and the latches snap into place 2. Installing an SODIMM 7. Repeat step 6 to install a second SODIMM into SODIMM slot 2. 4-24 www.hp.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution Attaching the Graphics Diagnostic Card and Diagnostic Adapter Install the optional graphics diagnostic card on the Blade PC system board to enable video. Attach the diagnostic adapter to the diagnostic connector on the front of the Blade PC in order to attach peripherals such as a keyboard, video, mouse, USB diskette drive, or USB CD-ROM drive. a USB 2.0 or a USB 1.1 diagnostic adapter can operate with ✎ Either the Blade PC, but the USB 1.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution 4. Install the blade in the enclosure. See the “Installing a Blade PC” section in this chapter. 5. Insert the diagnostic adapter into the diagnostic connector on the Blade PC 1. 6. Tighten the thumbscrews securing the diagnostic adapter in place 2. Attaching the USB 2.0 diagnostic adapter Attaching the USB 1.1 diagnostic adapter 4-26 www.hp.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution Use the following figure and table to identify connectors on the USB 2.0 diagnostic adapter. Connectors on the USB 2.0 diagnostic adapter Item Setup and Installation Guide Description 1 PS/2 Mouse connector 2 PS/2 Keyboard connector 3 Serial connector 4 Video connector 5 USB 2.0 #1 6 USB 2.0 #2 www.hp.
Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution Use the following figure and table to identify connectors on the USB 1.1 diagnostic adapter. Connectors on the USB 1.1 diagnostic adapter Item 4-28 Description 1 PS/2 Mouse connector 2 USB 1.1 #2 3 Serial connector 4 PS/2 Keyboard connector 5 USB 1.1 #1 6 Video connector www.hp.
5 Deployment and Management This chapter provides the following information: ■ ■ Setup and Installation Guide An overview of available methods for deploying software on Blade PCs ❏ Automated deployment using HP Rapid Deployment Pack ❏ Alternate deployment methods ❏ Diagnostic adapter and optional graphics diagnostic card A description of the configuration software and utilities supported by the HP CCI solution ❏ Supported operating systems ❏ Computer Setup (F10) Utility ❏ Flashbin Utility ❏
Deployment and Management Blade PC Deployment Options The Blade PCs are designed for rapid deployment and are ideally suited for headless (unattended), network-based software installation and configuration. HP Rapid Deployment Pack is the optimum choice for Blade PCs and facilitates the configuration of a few or hundreds of blades from an easy-to-use, remote-based graphical deployment console.
Deployment and Management Diagnostic Adapter and Optional Graphics Diagnostic Card The diagnostic adapter and the optional graphics diagnostic card enable local health monitoring and management by enabling you to attach peripheral devices directly to a Blade PC. Using the diagnostic adapter and optional graphics diagnostic card, you can: ■ View Blade PC event messages (See the “Blade PC Event Messages” section in this chapter.
Deployment and Management Blade PC Features and Supported Software Configuring your Blade PC includes installing an operating system, applications, and optimized drivers. HP Rapid Deployment Pack enables you to auto-detect and configure your hardware and to install optimized drivers. Supported Operating Systems Blade PCs support Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP1a or later.
Deployment and Management Computer Setup (F10) Utility Heading Option Description File System Information Lists: • Product Name • Processor Type • Processor Stepping • Cache Size (L1/L2) (dual core processors have this listed twice) • HyperTransport™ Speed • Memory Size • Integrated MAC (address for embedded, enabled NIC A) • Integrated MAC 2 (address for embedded, enabled NIC B) • System BIOS (includes family name and version) • Blade Serial Number • Asset Tracking Number • Rack Name • Enclosure Name
Deployment and Management Computer Setup (F10) Utility (Continued) Heading Option Description File (continued) Replicated Setup Save to Removable Media Saves system configuration, including CMOS, to a formatted 1.44-MB diskette, a USB flash media device, or a diskette-like device (a storage device set to emulate a diskette drive). Restore from Removable Media Restores system configuration from a diskette, a USB flash media device, or a diskette-like device.
Deployment and Management Computer Setup (F10) Utility (Continued) Heading Option Description Storage (continued) Device Configuration (continued) Drive Emulation Allows you to select a drive emulation type for a certain storage device. (For example, a Zip drive can be made bootable by selecting diskette emulation.) Drive Type Emulation Options ATAPI Zip drive None (treated as Other). Diskette (treated as diskette drive).
Deployment and Management Computer Setup (F10) Utility (Continued) Heading Option Description Storage (continued) Device Configuration (continued) Translation Mode (ATA disks only) Lets you select the translation mode to be used for the device. This enables the BIOS to access disks partitioned and formatted on other systems and may be necessary for users of older versions of UNIX (e.g., SCO UNIX version 3.2). Options are Automatic, Bit-Shift, LBA Assisted, User, and None.
Deployment and Management Computer Setup (F10) Utility (Continued) Heading Option Description Storage (continued) Storage Options Removable Media Boot Enables/disables ability to boot the system from removable media. Removable Media Write Enables/disables ability to write data to removable media. saving changes to Removable ✎ After Media Write, the computer will restart. Turn the computer off, then on, manually.
Deployment and Management Computer Setup (F10) Utility (Continued) Heading Option Description Storage (continued) Boot Order Allows you to: • Specify the order in which attached devices (such as a USB flash media device, diskette drive, hard drive, optical drive, or network interface card) are checked for a bootable operating system image. Each device on the list may be individually excluded from or included for consideration as a bootable operating system source.
Deployment and Management Computer Setup (F10) Utility (Continued) Heading Option Description Security Setup Password Allows you to set and enable setup (administrator) password. setup password is set, it is required ✎ Iftothechange Computer Setup options, flash the ROM, and make changes to certain plug and play settings under Windows.
Deployment and Management Computer Setup (F10) Utility (Continued) Heading Option Description Advanced* *For advanced users only. Power-On Options Allows you to set: • F9 Prompt (enable/disable). Enabling this feature will display the text “F9 = Boot Menu” during POST. Disabling this feature prevents the text from being displayed. However, pressing F9 will still access the Shortcut Boot [Order] Menu screen. See Storage > Boot Order for more information. • F10 Prompt (enable/disable).
Deployment and Management Computer Setup (F10) Utility (Continued) Heading Option Description Advanced* (continued) *For advanced users only. Power-On Options (continued) Allows you to set: (continued) • Option ROM Prompt (enable/disable) Enabling this feature will cause the system to display a message before loading option ROMs. (This feature is supported on some models only.) • POST Delay (in seconds) (None, 5, 10 15, or 20). Enabling this feature will add a user-specified delay to the POST process.
Deployment and Management Computer Setup (F10) Utility (Continued) Heading Option Advanced* (continued) *For advanced users only. PCI Devices Description • Lists currently installed PCI devices and their IRQ settings. • Allows you to reconfigure IRQ settings for these devices or to disable them entirely. These settings have no effect under an APIC-based operating system. Device Options Allows you to set: • Num Lock State at Power-On (off/on). • S5 Wake on LAN (enable/disable).
Deployment and Management Computer Setup (F10) Utility (Continued) Heading Option Description Advanced* (continued) *For advanced users only. Device Options (continued) Allows you to set: (continued) • NIC PXE Option ROM Download (enable/disable). The BIOS contains an embedded NIC option ROM to allow the unit to boot through the network to a PXE server. This is typically used to download a corporate image to a hard drive.
Deployment and Management must install an optional graphics diagnostic card on the Blade PC ✎ You before you can use a monitor with the diagnostic adapter. Restoring the configuration setting can also be performed from the operating system using System Software Manager (SSM). For more information, refer to the following website: www.hp.
Deployment and Management 7. Attach the USB Drive Key with the downloaded system BIOS, a keyboard, a monitor, and a mouse to the diagnostic adapter. 8. To begin flashing the ROM: a. Power on the Blade. b. Change to the directory containing the BIOS and Flashbin utility. c. Type Flashbin. d. Press Enter. Remote ROM Flash Remote ROM Flash allows the system administrator to safely upgrade the ROM from a remote location.
Deployment and Management ■ ■ Remote administration ❏ Enables access to Blade PC’s serial console ❏ Enables full control over Blade PC’s Power-On Self Test (POST) and boot process, including the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Hardware health monitoring The Integrated Administrator monitors and controls the enclosure fans, temperature sensors, power supplies, and blade status.
Deployment and Management ■ HP Systems Insight Manager integration ❏ HP Systems Insight Manager identifies the Integrated Administrator as a blade Management Processor. ❏ The Integrated Administrator status is part of the Blade PC status. If the Integrated Administrator is degraded, all Blade PCs managed by that Integrated Administrator are shown as degraded. ❏ HP Systems Insight Manager can capture the Integrated Administrator SNMP traps.
Deployment and Management For more information, including instructions on flashing the Integrated Administrator ROM, refer to the HP PC Blade Enclosure Integrated Administrator User Guide on the Documentation CD that ships with your enclosure. Blade PC Event Messages The event list displays the affected components and the associated error messages. The following table identifies the event types (affected components) and associated event messages.
Deployment and Management HP Systems Insight Manager IMPORTANT: You can install HP Systems Insight Manager using the Management CD included with your enclosure or download it from the HP website. HP Systems Insight Manager provides in-depth fault, inventory, and configuration management of HP server platforms (including hundreds of Blade PCs) from a single console. You can use HP Systems Insight Manager to view each Blade PC and the Integrated Administrator of each blade enclosure.
Deployment and Management Printing the Event List To print the List of Events, click on the Print button on the lower right corner of the event page. To print the details of an individual event: 1. Click on the event. 2. Scroll down the page and click on View Printable Details. 3. When the new page opens, click on the browser File/Print.
Deployment and Management ❏ Scripting capabilities are available via an SNMP scripting utility ❏ Access via any interconnect switch uplink connector and the Integrated Administrator management connector The interconnect switch also offers additional configuration and management features including: ■ ■ Interconnect switch configuration and restore via TFTP server ❏ Upload to and download from a TFTP server a copy of the interconnect switch configuration ❏ Enables rapid deployment of multiple interc
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Regulatory Compliance Notices Class A Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Regulatory Compliance Notices Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo, United States Only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For questions regarding your product, contact us by mail or telephone: ■ Hewlett-Packard Company P. O.
Regulatory Compliance Notices Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien) Class A Equipment This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Class B Equipment This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Regulatory Compliance Notices Japanese Notice Korean Notice Class A Equipment Class B Equipment Setup and Installation Guide www.hp.
Regulatory Compliance Notices Taiwanese Notice Laser Compliance This product may be provided with an optical storage device (that is, CD or DVD drive) and/or fiber optic tranceiver. Each of these devices contains a laser that is classified as a Class 1 Laser Product in accordance with US FDA regulations and the IEC 60825-1. The product does not emit hazardous laser radiation. Each laser product complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.
Regulatory Compliance Notices Battery Replacement Notice Your computer is equipped with a lithium manganese dioxide, a vanadium pentoxide, or an alkaline internal battery or battery pack. There is a danger of explosion and risk of personal injury if the battery is incorrectly replaced or mistreated. Replacement is to be done by an authorized service provider using the spare designated for this product.
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 system boards or other static-sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the device.
Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the following methods when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts: B-2 ■ Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded workstation or computer chassis. Wrist straps are flexible straps with a minimum of 1 megohm ± 10 percent resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear the strap snug against the skin.
C POST Error Messages Use POST error messages to assist in troubleshooting and performing basic diagnostic functions. The following table lists the numeric codes and text messages specific to Blade PCs. the recommended actions in the order in which they are ✎ Attempt listed. POST Error Messages Code/Message Health LED Possible Cause 101-Option ROM Checksum Error Red Blade system board has failed. Recommended Action 1. Clear CMOS. 2. Flash the system ROM. 3. Replace the blade.
POST Error Messages POST Error Messages (Continued) Code/Message Health LED Possible Cause 164-Memory Size Error Amber Memory configuration is incorrect. Recommended Action 1. Ensure the SODIMM(s) are properly installed. 2. Verify that the proper type of SODIMM is installed. 3. Reseat the SODIMM(s). 4. Replace the SODIMM(s). 5. Replace the blade. 201-Memory Error Red An SODIMM may not be seated correctly or is bad. 1. Ensure the SODIMM(s) are properly installed. 2.
POST Error Messages POST Error Messages (Continued) Code/Message Health LED Possible Cause 1780-Disk 0 Failure Amber Hard drive has failed. Recommended Action 1. Run IDE Self-Test from Computer Setup (F10). 2. Replace the hard drive. 1782-Disk Controller Error Red Hard drive circuitry error has occurred. 1. Run IDE Self-Test from Computer Setup (F10). 2. Replace the hard drive. 3. Replace the blade. 1790-Disk 0 Error Amber Hard drive has failed. 1. Run IDE Self-Test from Computer Setup (F10).
D Troubleshooting This appendix provides specific troubleshooting information for the HP CCI solution. Use it to find details about the enclosure and Blade PC startup and operation errors. For information on LEDs and switches specific to the Blade PCs and enclosure, see Appendix E, “LEDs and Switches.” Å WARNING: A risk of injury or damage to the equipment from hazardous energy is present. The access door provides access to hazardous energy circuits.
Troubleshooting ■ Blade PC diagnostic steps If the Blade PC does not start after you have performed initial troubleshooting procedures, use the tables in this section to identify possible reasons for the problem and possible solutions. ■ Problems after initial boot Once the Blade PC has passed the POST, you may still encounter errors, such as an inability to load your operating system.
Troubleshooting When the Enclosure Does Not Start This section provides systematic instructions on what to try and where to go for help for the most common problems encountered during initial startup of the HP PC Blade Enclosure. If you are having specific Blade PC trouble, see the “When the Blade PC Does Not Start” section in this appendix. If the enclosure does not start: 1. Check the enclosure for the normal power up sequence: a.
Troubleshooting ❏ “System Short Circuit” for other continuous rebooting problems 9. Restart the enclosure by pressing the enclosure power button on the fan cage on the rear of the enclosure. Ä CAUTION: Pressing the enclosure power button while the enclosure is running shuts down the enclosure and all Blade PCs. IMPORTANT: If the enclosure does not restart, proceed to “Table D-1: Enclosure Diagnostic Steps” in this appendix. 10. Be sure that connectors and components are seated properly.
Troubleshooting Enclosure Diagnostic Steps If your enclosure does not function properly, use Table D-1 to determine appropriate actions based on the symptoms observed. Start with question 1 and work your way through the table in order to narrow down possible causes and identify actions or solutions. According to the answers you give to the questions in Table D-1, you are directed to the appropriate table in the section that immediately follows.
Troubleshooting Table D-2: Is the Power LED on Both Power Supplies Solid Green? Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No, they are both off. The power supply is not connected to AC power or no AC power is available. Be sure that all power cords are connected to the power supplies. One power supply is not connected to AC power or no AC power is available. Be sure that the power cord is connected to the power supply. You still have adequate power, but no redundancy; return to Table D-1.
Troubleshooting Table D-3: Is the Fault LED on Both Power Supplies Off? Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No, one or both are amber. The power supply is not connected to AC power or no AC power is available. Be sure that all power cords are connected to the power supplies. An over-voltage condition has occurred. Check your power source to be sure that the correct voltage is being delivered. Be sure that all power cords are plugged into working, grounded outlets.
Troubleshooting Table D-3: Is the Fault LED on Both Power Supplies Off? (Continued) Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No, one is amber and one is off. An over-voltage condition has occurred on one power supply. Check your power source to be sure that the correct voltage is being delivered. An over-temperature condition has occurred on one power supply. Be sure that the pins on the power supply are not damaged. Be sure that the power supply is fully seated in the power supply bays.
Troubleshooting Ä CAUTION: Pressing the enclosure power button while the enclosure is running shuts down the enclosure and all Blade PCs. Table D-4: Is the Enclosure Power LED on the Rear Panel Green? Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No, it is off. The cable is not properly connected between the fan backplane and the power backplane. Be sure that the connectors on the fan cable are properly seated and not damaged. The interconnect tray is not fully inserted.
Troubleshooting Table D-5: Is the Enclosure Health LED on the Front of the Enclosure On? Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No, it is off. The enclosure status cable is disconnected from the center wall assembly or the enclosure status assembly. Securely attach the enclosure status cable. The enclosure status assembly or the center wall assembly is not functioning properly. Contact HP or your authorized service provider for parts and service.
Troubleshooting Table D-6: Is the Local Management Console Displaying Information When Connected to the Enclosure? Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No. The local management console may not be connected properly. Be sure that the local management console cable is securely connected. The Integrated Administrator module has failed. Go to table D-7. The Integrated Administrator firmware may be damaged.
Troubleshooting Table D-7: Is the Integrated Administrator Health LED Green? (Continued) Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No, it is red. An over temperature condition was detected by the sensors on the Integrated Administrator module. Be sure that the room meets temperature and airflow requirements described in the HP ProLiant BL e-Class System Overview and Planning white paper. Be sure that the system fans are functioning properly. Go to Table D-8. Yes, it is green.
Troubleshooting Table D-8: Is the Fan Health LED Green? Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No, it is off. The fan cable or connectors are not properly connected. Be sure that the connectors on the fan cable are properly seated and not damaged. The Integrated Administrator module is not properly seated. Contact HP or your authorized service provider for parts and service. At least two fans have failed or are not properly seated. You no longer have adequate cooling.
Troubleshooting When the Blade PC Does Not Start This section provides systematic instructions on what to try and where to go for help for the most common problems encountered during initial Power On Self-Test (POST) of a Blade PC. The Blade PC must first complete this test each time you power up, before it can load the operating system and start running software applications. If you have the same problem with several Blade PCs, you may have an enclosure problem.
Troubleshooting ❏ Operating system initialization must install the optional graphics diagnostic card on the Blade ✎ You PC before using a monitor with the diagnostic adapter. If the Blade PC completes POST and attempts to load the operating system, go to the “Problems After Initial Boot” section in this appendix. Setup and Installation Guide www.hp.
Troubleshooting Blade PC Diagnostic Steps If your Blade PC does not start, or powers up but does not complete POST, answer the questions in Table D-9 to determine appropriate actions based on the symptoms observed. According to the answers you give, you are directed to the appropriate table in the section that immediately follows. That table outlines possible reasons for the problem, options available to assist in diagnosis, and possible solutions.
Troubleshooting Table D-10: Is the Power LED on the Blade PC Green? Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No, it is off. Blade PC is not seated properly. Remove Blade PC and re-install. Either the Blade PC or the Blade PC bay is not functioning properly. Determine whether the problem lies with the Blade PC or with the enclosure: • Remove the Blade PC from the enclosure, and insert it into a different bay.
Troubleshooting Table D-11: Is the Health LED on the Blade PC Green? Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No, it is off. The Blade PC is off. Press the power button on the Blade PC. The enclosure power supplies have failed or the blade’s system board power circuitry has failed. Check to see if the enclosure power supplies have failed. If the enclosure reports that the health is good, try the blade in another bay. If the failure follows the blade, replace the blade.
Troubleshooting Table D-11: Is the Health LED on the Blade PC Green? (Continued) Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No, it blinks red four times, once per second, followed by a two second pause The enclosure power connector for the blade has failed or the enclosure power supply has failed. Move the blade to a different bay to see if the blade functions properly. If this corrects the problem, there is a problem with the enclosure backplane.
Troubleshooting Table D12: Is the NIC A or NIC B LED on the Blade PC Illuminated? Answer Possible Reasons Possible Solutions No. The NIC is not connected to an active network connector. Connect the NIC to an active network connector. Go to table D-13. Yes, it is blinking green. The connector is working normally, the link is active, and data is being transferred. Go to table D-13. Yes, it is green. The connector is working normally, and the link is active. Go to table D-13.
Troubleshooting Problems After Initial Boot Once your Blade PC has passed POST, you may still encounter errors, such as an inability to load your operating system. Use Table D-14 to troubleshoot Blade PC installation problems that occur after the initial boot. Table D-14: Problems After Initial Boot Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution You cannot install the operating system. You cannot access the network. Be sure that the NIC link LED on the front of the Blade PC is green or blinking green.
Troubleshooting Remote Troubleshooting This section explains the Integrated Administrator management functionalities of managing Blade PCs that can be helpful for troubleshooting: ■ Opening a remote console session to a Blade PC ■ Accessing Computer Setup (F10) Utility of a Blade PC ■ Reviewing the activity of a Blade PC ■ Powering off a Blade PC Opening a Remote Console Session to a Blade PC IMPORTANT: Enclosure administrators and group administrators with access to the bay can click the Remote Co
Troubleshooting Accessing the Computer Setup (F10) Utility for a Blade PC IMPORTANT: Enclosure administrators and group administrators with access to the bay can select the Remote Console button to open a remote text-based console to the server blade in the bay. Web-Based Interface To access the Computer Setup (F10) Utility of a Blade PC using the Web-based user interface: 1. Click the Bays tab. 2. Click Bay List in the left panel. 3. Select the bay from the bay list. 4. Click Remote Console.
Troubleshooting 8. To exit Computer Setup from the file menu: a. Select one of the following: ◆ Apply Defaults and Exit ◆ Ignore Changes and Exit ◆ Save Changes and Exit b. When prompted to press F10, press Esc and 0 (zero) to confirm. 9. To close the remote console session: a. Press Ctrl_ (control underscore). b. Press D. Command Line Interface To access the Computer Setup (F10) Utility of a Blade PC using the command line interface: 1.
Troubleshooting 5. To close the remote console session: a. Press Ctrl_ (control underscore). b. Press D. Reviewing Activity of a Blade PC IMPORTANT: This task can only be performed for a given Blade PC bay by enclosure administrators, group administrators, and group members with access rights to the Blade PC bay. Web-Based Interface To access the console log for a Blade PC using the Web-based user interface: 1. Click the Bays tab. 2. Click Bay List in the left panel. 3. Select the bay from the bay list.
Troubleshooting Powering Off the Blade PC Ä CAUTION: Rebooting or powering off the Blade PC removes all power from the server blade and ends all open sessions. Web-Based Interface To reboot or power off the Blade PC using the Web-based user interface: 1. Click the Bays tab. 2. Click Bay List in the left panel. 3. Click the Blade PC you wish to reboot or power off. 4. Click Virtual Buttons at the bottom of the screen. 5. Click Reboot, Power Off, or Power Off Immediately. 6. Click Apply.
E LEDs and Switches LEDs The HP CCI solution features LEDs in the following areas: ■ Enclosure front panel LEDs ■ Enclosure rear panel LEDs with interconnect switch ■ Enclosure rear panel LEDs with optional RJ-45 patch panel ■ Fan health LEDs ■ Blade PC and diagnostic adapter LEDs Enclosure Front Panel LEDs Use the following figure and table to determine the location and function of the enclosure status LEDs on the front panel of the HP PC Blade Enclosure.
LEDs and Switches Table E-1.
LEDs and Switches Use the following figure and table to determine the location and function of the LEDs on the rear panel when the interconnect switch is installed. Rear panel LEDS with interconnect switch Table E-2.
LEDs and Switches Table E-2.
LEDs and Switches Table E-2. Rear Panel LEDs with Interconnect Switch Item : LED Status Description Connector speed Green = 1000 Yellow = 100 Off = 10 Enclosure Rear Panel LEDs with optional RJ-45 Patch Panel RJ-45 patch panel LEDs provide status information for each NIC of every Blade PC installed in the enclosure. Use the following figure and table to determine the location and function of the LED on the rear panel when the RJ-45 patch panel is installed.
LEDs and Switches Table E-3.
LEDs and Switches Table E-3. Rear Panel LEDs with RJ-45 Patch Panel Item 7 Setup and Installation Guide LED Status Description Integrated Administrator health Off = Enclosure off, Integrated Administrator health good Green = Enclosure on, Integrated Administrator health good Amber = Integrated Administrator critical www.hp.
LEDs and Switches Fan Health LEDs Use the following figure and table to determine the location and function of the fan health LEDs. Hot-plug fan health LEDs Table E-4. Hot-Plug Fan Health LEDs E-8 Item LED 1 Fan 1 2 Fan 2 3 Fan 3 4 Fan 4 Status Green = Normal Amber = Failed www.hp.
LEDs and Switches Blade PC and USB 1.1 Diagnostic Adapter LEDs The Blade PC and USB 1.1 diagnostic adapter LEDs have the same orientation and function. Use the following figures and table to determine the location and function of the LEDs. ✎ The USB 2.0 diagnostic adapter has no LEDs. Blade PC LEDs USB 1.1 Diagnostic adapter LEDs Setup and Installation Guide www.hp.
LEDs and Switches Table E-5. Blade PC and USB 1.
LEDs and Switches Switches The HP CCI solution features switches in the following areas: ■ Front panel ■ Rear panel Front Panel Use the following figure and table to determine the location and function of the switches on the front panel of the enclosure and Blade PC. Enclosure front panel and Blade PC buttons Table E-6.
Rear Panel Use the following figure and table to determine the location and function of the buttons on the rear panel of the enclosure. 1 2 3 Enclosure rear panel buttons Table E-7.
F Specifications This appendix provides operating and performance specifications for the following HP CCI solution components: ■ Blade enclosure ■ Blade PC ■ Hot-plug power supply Setup and Installation Guide www.hp.
Specifications Blade Enclosure Enclosure Operating and Performance Specifications Dimensions Height 13.34 cm 5.25 in Depth 68.58 cm 27 in Width 48.26 cm 19 in No Blade PCs 26.76 kg 59 lb 20 Blade PCs 46.7 kg 103 lb Rated input voltage 100 to 127 VAC 200 to 240 VAC Rated input frequency 47 to 63 Hz Rated input current 8.5A at 120 VAC Rated input power 1000 W Weight with interconnect tray Input requirements BTUs per hour 4.
Specifications Blade PC Blade PC Operating and Performance Specifications Dimensions Height 11.94 cm 4.7 in Depth 39.37 cm 15.5 in Width 2.03 cm 0.8 in 1.0 kg 2.2 lb Operating (See note) 10° to 35°C 50° to 95°F Non-operating (See note): -30° to 60°C -22° to 140°F Weight (maximum) Temperature range Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating (See note) 10% to 90% Non-operating (See note): 5% to 95% temperature has an altitude derating of 1°C per 1,000 ✎ Operating ft.
Specifications Hot-Plug Power Supply Hot-Plug Power Supply Operating and Performance Specifications Dimensions Height 9.14 cm 3.579 in Depth 28.45 cm 10.24 in Width 11.43 cm 4.47 in 2.95 kg 6.5 lbs Rated input voltage 100 to 127 VAC 200 to 240 VAC Frequency range 47 to 63 Hz Rated input power 1000 W Rated input current 8.5 A at 120 VAC Weight Input voltage specifications Maximum peak power 4.3 A at 240 VAC 1167 W Output voltage specifications Rated output voltage 5.05 V, 3.
Specifications Hot-Plug Power Supply Operating and Performance Specifications (Continued) Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating 10% to 90% 10% to 90% Non-operating 5% to 95% 5% to 95% Dielectric voltage withstand Input to output 2000 VAC Min. Input to ground 1500 VAC Min. temperature has an altitude derating of 1°C per 1,000 ✎ Operating ft. No direct sunlight. Storage maximum humidity of 95% is based on a maximum temperature of 45°C. Altitude minimum for storage is 70 KPa.
G Blade PC Battery Each Blade PC has one memory device that requires a battery for retaining stored information. Blade PC Battery Replacement When your Blade PC no longer automatically displays the correct date and time, you may need to replace the battery that provides power to the real-time clock. Under normal use, battery life is usually about 5 to 10 years. Use an HP 200-mAh, lithium, 3-V replacement battery (spare P/N 166899-001). To install a new battery: 1. Power down the Blade PC.
Blade PC Battery 3. Locate the battery holder on the Blade PC. 4. Remove the existing battery. Locating and removing the battery on the Blade PC Å WARNING: For proper battery disposal, see the “Battery Replacement Notice” section in Appendix A, “Regulatory Compliance Notices.” 5. Install the new battery. G-2 www.hp.
Blade PC Battery Installing the new battery 6. Install the Blade PC in the enclosure. See the “Installing a Blade PC” section in Chapter 4, “Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution.” 7. Power up the Blade PC. See the “Powering Up the HP CCI Solution” section in Chapter 4, “Installing and Cabling the HP CCI Solution.” 8. Run the Computer Setup (F10) Utility to reconfigure the Blade PC with the new battery. See the “Computer Setup (F10) Utility” section in Chapter 5, “Deployment and Management.
Index A Altiris Deployment Solution 5–2 Automatic System Recovery-2 (ASR-2) features 2–9 reboot D–14 B batteries installing G–1 life G–1 part number G–1 recycling or disposal A–7 replacement G–1 replacement notice A–7 replacement warning A–7 specifications G–1 BIOS See system ROM Blade PC blanks removing 4–16 Blade PCs Computer Setup (F10) Utility 5–4 diagnostic port 2–7 diagnostic steps D–16 dimensions F–3 emergency shut down 4–20 event messages 5–20 features 2–5 illustrated 2–5 installing 4–15 LEDs 2–4,
Index Canadian compliance statement A–4 FCC compliance statement A–2 Class B equipment Canadian compliance statement A–4 FCC compliance statement A–2 Computer Setup (F10) Utility configuration 2–8 options menu 5–4 connector speed E–4 connectors diagnostic adapter 4–27, 4–28 interconnect switch 4–10 RJ-45 patch panel 4–11 contents, rack-mounting hardware 3–5, 3–6 cooling See hot-plug fans current rated input, enclosure F–2 rated input, power supply F–4 rated output, power supply F–4 D deployment alternate
Index event messages, Blade PCs 5–20 exclamation point symbol in text 1–3 on equipment 1–1 external component health LEDs 2–4 external fan health LEDs 2–4 range, power supply F–4 rated input, enclosure F–2 front panel buttons E–11 G graphics diagnostic card 2–5, 2–7, 4–25, 5–3 grounding methods B–2 grounding plugs 3–3 F fans See hot-plug fans fault LEDs E–3, E–5 FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Class A Equipment, compliance notice A–2 Class B Equipment, compliance notice A–2 Declaration of Confor
Index description 5–21 events list 5–21 humidity Blade PCs F–3 enclosure F–2 connectors 4–10 features 2–2 LEDs E–2 management tools and utilities 5–19, 5–22 I J identifying Blade PC LEDS E–8 diagnostic adapter connectors 4–27, 4–28 diagnostic adapter LEDs E–8 enclosure LEDs E–1 fan health LEDs E–7 interconnect switch connectors 4–10 RJ-45 patch panel connectors 4–11 switches E–11 symbols 1–1 IML See Integrated Management Log (IML) installation planning 3–1 installation service 3–8 installing battery G–
Index RJ-45 patch panel activity E–6 system health 2–4 unit identification 2–6 leveling jacks 3–1 Blade PCs 4–19 enclosure 4–19 PXE connectivity 4–12, 5–2, D–21 M rack stabilization 3–1 Telco, stability of 3–2 ventilation caution 3–2 warnings 3–1, 3–2 rack rails adjusting 4–4 features 3–7 installing 3–7, 4–4 shipping contents 3–7 rack stability, warning 1–3 rack template 3–7, 4–2 rack-mounting hardware, shipping contents 3–7 rear panel buttons E–12 redundancy features 2–2 regulatory compliance notices c
Index requirements environment 3–1 input F–2, F–4 RJ-45 connector locations 4–10 receptacle symbol 1–2 receptacle warning 1–2 RJ-45 patch panel 3–8 connectors 4–11 features 2–3 LEDs E–5 ROM See system ROM system ROM features 2–7 flashing 5–16, 5–20 upgrading 5–16 System Software Manager (SSM) 5–4, 5–16, 5–17 T S safety information 1–1 screwdriver symbol 1–2 series number, regulatory compliance A–1 service and support 1–4, D–21 SODIMMs installing 4–22 removing 4–23 See also memory socket keys, locations
Index Automatic System Recovery-2 (ASR-2) 2–9, D–14 Computer Setup (F10) Utility 2–8, 5–4 Flashbin Utility 2–7, 2–9 HP Rapid Deployment Pack 2–8, 3–5 HP Systems Insight Manager 2–9, 2–10, 5–19, 5–21 Integrated Administrator See Integrated Administrator V video features 2–7 resolution 2–7 troubleshooting D–20 voltage rated input F–2, F–4 rated output F–4 W warnings battery replacement A–7 defined 1–1, 1–3, 3–3 electric shock 1–2 equipment damage D–1 hazardous energy circuits D–1 heavy weight 1–3 hot surfa
