Installation guide

8-12 Compaq ProLiant ML370 Generation 2 Server Setup and Installation Guide
Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required
Writer: CDresden Project: Compaq ProLiant ML370 Generation 2 Server Setup and Installation Guide Comments: Graphics Replaced Checked by
Devin
Part Number: 203510-001 File Name: i-ch08 Server Cabling-J.doc Last Saved On: 7/12/01 1:46 PM
SCSI Cables and Connectors
Your ProLiant ML370 Generation 2 server supports different types of SCSI
devices, connectors, and cables. In general, SCSI cables have distinguishing
characteristics:
■ External SCSI cables have a round wire with securable connectors.
■ Internal SCSI cables have a flat ribbon wire with push-on connectors.
■ Compaq SCSI cables are keyed so they cannot be installed incorrectly
and labeled for easy identification and reference.
Determining Cabling Needs
The following guidelines are an overview for first-time cable connections and
installation in the ProLiant ML370 Generation 2 server. For detailed
information on cable types supported for your ProLiant ML370 Generation 2
server, refer to the cabling matrix on the Compaq website:
www.compaq.com/products/servers/proliantml370/cableguide.html
To determine server cabling needs for specific applications:
1. Determine whether cabling needs are for primary storage (hard drive) or
for secondary storage (tape drive or CD-ROM drive).
2. Identify the controller type.
3. Identify the drive type to be used:
G Ultra3 SCSI hard drive
G CD-ROM storage drive
G DAT or DLT tape drive
G Compaq Universal Hot-Plug Tape Drive
After you finish cabling your external storage options, use the Compaq
SmartStart for Servers CD to run the following applications:
■ RBSU enables you to configure new hardware in the system.
■ Array configuration utilities enable you to configure and manage drive
arrays for SCSI hard drives.
IMPORTANT: Use configuration utilities after installing any non-hot-plug option in your
ProLiant ML370 Generation 2 server.