HP ProLiant ML570 Generation 2 Server Setup and Installation Guide

PCI-X Technology
HP ProLiant ML570 Generation 2 Server Setup and Installation Guide 4-13
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Performing PCI Hot Plug Operations
This section discusses hot-plug installation and removal of expansion boards. For an
overview of non-hot-plug expansion board procedures, refer to Chapter 3, “Installing
Hardware Options.”
Before adding or removing an expansion board, you must install:
• The PCI-X Hot Plug device drivers, (installed from the SmartStart CD)
• An operating system that supports PCI-X Hot Plug technology
For information about specific operating systems with PCI-X Hot Plug support, refer
to the operating system support matrix available from the website:
ftp://ftp.compaq.com/pub/products/servers/os%20feature%20matrix%20103000.
pdf
To install an operating system, refer to Chapter 5, “Installing the Rack Server,” or
Chapter 6, “Installing the Tower Server.”
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hazardous energy or of
damage to the equipment when working on energized servers:
• Remove all watches, rings, and any other loose fitting jewelry.
• Avoid the use of conductive tools inside the server that could bridge live
parts.
WARNING: The hot-plug door provides access to hazardous energy circuits.
To avoid risk of injury or damage to the equipment from hazardous energy, be
sure that the door remains locked during normal operation or install the server
in a controlled access location.
CAUTION: Be sure that either an expansion board or an expansion slot cover is
installed at all times. Proper airflow can only be maintained when an expansion
board or an expansion slot cover is in place. Leaving a rear panel expansion slot
opening uncovered can lead to improper cooling and thermal damage.