HP Cluster Platform Hardware Kits v2010 Installation Manual
HP Cluster Platform Hardware Kits v2010 Installation Manual

HP Cluster Platform Hardware Kits v2010 Installation Manual

Hp bladesystem c-class enclosure cable management bracket installation guide (436670-doc)
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HP BladeSystem c-Class Enclosure Cable
Management Bracket Installation Guide
HP Part Number: 436670-doc
Published: September 2008

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  • Page 1 HP BladeSystem c-Class Enclosure Cable Management Bracket Installation Guide HP Part Number: 436670-doc Published: September 2008...
  • Page 2 © Copyright 2008 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 should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1 Preparing for Installation....................7 1.1 Audience............................7 1.2 Documentation Resources.........................7 1.3 Kit Description..........................7 1.4 Kit Contents............................7 1.5 Required Resources...........................8 1.6 Prerequisites............................9 2 Aligning the Bracket.....................11 3 Installing the Cable Management Bracket..............13 3.1 Installing the Cable Management Bracket..................13 3.2 Installing the Releasable Cable Ties for the InfiniBand Cables............13 4 Removing InfiniBand Cables and Switches...............17 4.1 Removing a Damaged Cable From the c-Class Cable Management Bracket.........17 4.2 InfiniBand Switch Removal......................17...
  • Page 4 List of Figures Bracket Hardware...........................8 Bracket Orientation........................11 Bracket Mounting Locations......................12 A Cable Management Bracket Holding 16 InfiniBand Uplink Cables..........14 A Cable Management Bracket Holding 8 InfiniBand Uplink Cables...........15 InfiniBand Cable Secured with a Releasable Cable Tie..............16 Gauging the Tightness of the Releasable Cable Tie Loop.............16 Cable Tie Release Tab........................17 List of Figures...
  • Page 5: List Of Tables

    List of Tables Fasteners (Supplied with Cabinet Mounting Hardware)...............8 Bracket Mount Locations.......................12...
  • Page 7: Preparing For Installation

    1 Preparing for Installation 1.1 Audience This guide is intended for HP service representatives and other persons trained to install hardware options in HP 10000 series racks. Such persons are expected to understand the hazards of working in this environment and to take suitable precautions to minimize danger to themselves and others.
  • Page 8: Required Resources

    Figure 1-1 Bracket Hardware The following list describes the callouts in Figure 1-1: HP BladeSystem c-Class Enclosure Cable Management Bracket Completed releasable cable tie assembly First hole (port 1) of the inside row of holes used for the InfiniBand switch with 16 external uplink ports (489183-B21) Push-button mount Rail-mount hook (one on each end of the bracket)
  • Page 9: Prerequisites

    • Tools: — Screwdriver, #2 (medium) Phillips. — Cage-nut insertion tool (shipped with the rack) or a flat-headed screwdriver. — Marker pen or masking tape. • Resources: Cables of the type used by the HP BladeSystem c-Class InfiniBand switch. 1.6 Prerequisites Before you begin to mount the bracket: •...
  • Page 11: Aligning The Bracket

    2 Aligning the Bracket Figure 2-1 shows the correct orientation of the cable management bracket which you must install before connecting the cables to the InfiniBand switch module. During the cabling procedure, the bracket provides strain relief for the InfiniBand ports, and maintains the correct minimum cable bend radius.
  • Page 12: Bracket Mounting Locations

    Figure 2-2 Bracket Mounting Locations The following list describes the callouts shown in Figure 2-2: The U location that aligns with the top of the blades enclosure. Each enclosure is 10U high. Filled squares – One of three potential cutouts (mounting holes) where you mount the bracket's hook.
  • Page 13: Installing The Cable Management Bracket

    3 Installing the Cable Management Bracket The location of the c-Class enclosure cable management bracket depends on the rack position occupied by the HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure. The InfiniBand switch might be installed in any or all of the interconnect module bays identified in Table 2-1.
  • Page 14: A Cable Management Bracket Holding 16 Infiniband Uplink Cables

    Figure 3-1 A Cable Management Bracket Holding 16 InfiniBand Uplink Cables The following list describes the callouts shown in Figure 3-1: Left rear rack column 16 secured InfiniBand cables One of the 16 releasable cable ties (completed assembly) Installing the Cable Management Bracket...
  • Page 15: A Cable Management Bracket Holding 8 Infiniband Uplink Cables

    Figure 3-2 A Cable Management Bracket Holding 8 InfiniBand Uplink Cables The following list describes the callouts shown in Figure 3-2: Left rear rack column 8 secured InfiniBand cables One of the 8 releasable cable ties (completed assembly) Important: You must install the HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure cable management bracket to provide proper strain relief for the InfiniBand cables.
  • Page 16: Infiniband Cable Secured With A Releasable Cable Tie

    Figure 3-3 InfiniBand Cable Secured with a Releasable Cable Tie Caution: The releasable cable tie should only be hand tight. Do not use a cable tie installation tool and do not over tighten the releasable cable tie or it might damage the InfiniBand cable. Leaving approximately 1/4 inch to 3/8 inch coming out of the buckle, clip the excess from the releasable cable tie.
  • Page 17: Removing Infiniband Cables And Switches

    4 Removing InfiniBand Cables and Switches This chapter describes the procedure to remove a damaged InfiniBand cable or InfiniBand switch for repair. 4.1 Removing a Damaged Cable From the c-Class Cable Management Bracket To remove a damaged cable, follow these steps: Bring the HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure to an appropriate state for service as described in the HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure Maintenance and Service Guide on the HP website: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c00714237/c00714237.pdf...
  • Page 18 Remove the cable management bracket from the rack's rear mounting rails. Leave the cables secured in the cable management bracket and carefully set the bracket aside. Caution: Do not bend the InfiniBand cables more than the four-inch minimum bend radius. Push the blade handle release button to release the blade handle.
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