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HP BladeSystem bc2000 - Blade PC Setup And Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 Setup and Installation Guide HP BladeSystem bc2000 and bc2500 Blade PC and PC Blade Enclosure...
  • Page 2 © Copyright 2007, Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installation, and reference information for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades for HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade technology, which is included in the Consolidated Client Infrastructure (CCI) solution.

  • Page 3: About This Book

    About This Book This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installation, and reference information for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades for HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade technology, which is included in the Consolidated Client Infrastructure (CCI) solution. WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life.
  • Page 4 About This Book ENWW...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 About this guide Audience assumptions ......................... 2 Important Safety Information ........................ 2 Symbols on Equipment ........................2 Rack stability ............................3 Related Documents ..........................3 Getting help ............................3 Technical Support ........................ 3 HP Web Site ........................3 2 HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade Technology Hardware Features ..........................
  • Page 6 Rack-Mounting Hardware ....................15 Blade PCs .......................... 15 Interconnect Switch ......................15 Optional Installation Service ....................... 16 4 Installing and Cabling the HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade Enclosure Measuring with the Rack Template ....................17 Installing the Rack Rails ........................19 Installing the Enclosure into the Rack ....................
  • Page 7 Class A Equipment ......................49 Class B Equipment ......................49 Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo, United States Only ........................... 50 Modifications ........................50 Cables ..........................50 Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien) ...................... 51 Class A Equipment ......................51 Class B Equipment ......................
  • Page 8 Enclosure Front Panel LEDs ..................... 81 Enclosure Rear Panel LEDs ....................82 Enclosure Rear Panel LEDs with Interconnect Switch ........82 Fan Health LEDs ....................... 83 Blade PC and USB 1.1 Diagnostic Adapter LEDs ............. 84 Switches ............................. 86 Front Panel ........................86 Rear Panel .........................

  • Page 9: About This Guide

    About this guide This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installation, and reference information for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades for the HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade technology, which is included in the Consolidated Client Infrastructure (CCI) solution. NOTE: The cross-references in this guide are linked to the referenced section. Click on a cross- reference to go directly to that section.

  • Page 10: Audience Assumptions

    Audience assumptions This guide is for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade technology. HP assumes you are qualified in the servicing of computer equipment and trained in recognizing hazards in products with hazardous energy levels. Important Safety Information WARNING! Before installing this product, read the Important Safety Information document included...

  • Page 11: Rack Stability

    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. The full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks. The stabilizing feet are attached to the rack if it is a single-rack installation. The racks are coupled together in multiple-rack installations.

  • Page 12: Hp Pc Bladesystem Pc Blade Technology

    HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade Technology Hardware Features The HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade 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. The enclosure and blade PC features described in the following sections are standard on HP CCI solutions, unless otherwise specified.

  • Page 13: Interconnect Switch

    Interconnect Switch The HP PC Blade Enclosure Interconnect Switch features include: ● Significant cable reduction - As many as 40 blade PC NIC connections to as few as one Copper or Fiber Gigabit Ethernet uplink. ● Four sockets supporting optional fiber optic Gigabit Interface Converter (GBIC)/Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) modules.

  • Page 14: System Health Leds

    System Health LEDs System health information is displayed locally through a full set of system LEDs, including: ● Internal fan health LEDs ● External health LEDs ◦ Fan health LED ◦ Enclosure health LED ◦ Blade PC LEDs ◦ Power supply LEDs ◦...

  • Page 15: Processor

    Processor bc2000 models ship with a single core AMD Athlon 64 2100+ with 512KB cache. bc2500 models ship with a dual core AMD Athlon 64 X2 3000+ with 512KB cache per core. CAUTION: The processor heatsink assembly is integrated into the system board and cannot be removed.

  • Page 16: Video

    Video The bc2000/bc2500 blade PC utilizes the AMD M690T chipset which integrates a graphics core and system controller in a single chip. Local video can be accessed through the diagnostic adapter. Video features include: ● DirectX 9.0 compliant 2D/3D ● Shared memory architecture ◦...

  • Page 17: Software Deployment And Management Features

    Software Deployment and Management Features HP offers an extensive set of features and optional tools to support effective software deployment and management. For more information about the following, see Deployment and Management on page ● HP PC Blade Enclosure Integrated Administrator The HP PC Blade Enclosure Integrated Administrator is a centralized management and monitoring system for the HP PC BL Enclosure and blade PCs.
  • Page 18 ● Flashbin Flashbin enables you to upgrade the firmware (BIOS) with system or option Flashbin utilities. ● Online ROM Flash Using the Smart Components for Remote ROM Flash with the Remote Deployment Utility (RDU) console application, Remote ROM Flash enables you to upgrade the firmware (BIOS) from a remote location.

  • Page 19: Network Time Protocol Considerations For Bc2000 And Bc2500 Blade Pcs

    Network Time Protocol Considerations for BC2000 and BC2500 blade PCs By default, the BC2000 series blade PC synchronizes its internal time clock with the Integrated Administrator on every power cycle. If preferred, this new feature can be turned off in the blade BIOS through F10 Setup.

  • Page 20: Planning The Installation

    Planning the Installation Optimum Environment For maximum performance and availability from your HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade technology, be sure that your operating environment meets the required specifications for the following: ● Floor strength ● Space ● Power ● Electrical grounding ●...

  • Page 21: Hp Pc Blade Enclosure Warnings And Cautions

    CAUTION: If an HP or third-party rack is used, observe the following additional requirements to ensure adequate airflow and to prevent damage to the equipment: Front and rear doors: If the 42U rack includes closing front and rear doors, you must allow 5,350 sq cm (830 square inches) of holes evenly distributed from top to bottom to permit adequate airflow (equivalent to the required 64 percent open area for ventilation).

  • Page 22: Preparing For Software Deployment

    CAUTION: Always be sure that equipment is properly grounded before beginning any installation procedure. Electrostatic discharge resulting from improper grounding can damage electronic components. CAUTION: Do not remove a power supply without a replacement ready to install. A failed power supply must remain in the system for proper airflow to prevent overheating while the system is operating.

  • Page 23: Rack-Mounting Hardware

    Rack-Mounting Hardware The following figure and table show the standard rack-mounting hardware (for HP, Compaq-branded, and third-party racks) that ships with the HP PC Blade Enclosure. CAUTION: Do not ship the blade PCs and enclosure while inside the rack without first installing the HP PC Blade Enclosure Shipping Bracket (part number PH555A).

  • Page 24: Optional Installation Service

    Optional Installation Service You may choose to have HP install your HP CCI solution. This method helps ensure top performance from the start and is especially valuable for business-critical environments. Contact your HP account representative to obtain more detailed information and pricing. Chapter 3 Planning the Installation ENWW...

  • Page 25: Installing And Cabling The Hp Pc Bladesystem Pc Blade Enclosure

    Installing and Cabling the HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade Enclosure This chapter contains the following procedures: ● Measuring with the rack template ● Installing the rack rails ● Installing the enclosure into the rack ● Cabling the HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade Enclosure ◦...
  • Page 26 To use the rack template to identify the required space and location for the enclosure: Stand at the front of the rack and identify the front side of the rack template. WARNING! Racks must be adequately stabilized before and after product installation. If you are installing an enclosure into an empty rack, you must install the enclosure at the bottom of the rack and work your way up with additional enclosures as needed.

  • Page 27: Installing The Rack Rails

    Identify the back side of the rack template. Repeat steps 2 through 5 for the back of the rack. NOTE: Store the rack template for future use. Installing the Rack Rails Measure the depth of your rack. Be sure that the rail locking gear is in the unlocked position (1). Press the rail locking tab to unlock the rack rail (2).
  • Page 28 Insert the rear of the right rack rail into the rack at the marks you made when measuring with the template. NOTE: The rack rails feature “L” and “R” markings to identify the left and right rack rails (from the front of the rack).

  • Page 29: Installing The Enclosure Into The Rack

    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: Pull the thumbscrew outward (1).
  • Page 30 Screw the hexagonal washer onto the shaft of the screw until it passes all the threads and is secure within the thumbscrew housing (3). Repeat steps 1 through 7 for the other thumbscrew. WARNING! Remove the two hot-plug power supplies before installing the enclosure into the rack to reduce weight.

  • Page 31: Cabling The Hp Pc Bladesystem Pc Blade Enclosure

    Tighten the thumbscrews to secure the enclosure in the rack (2). Cabling the HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade Enclosure An HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade Enclosure requires no internal cabling. External cabling is achieved through the interconnect switch installed in your solution. The procedure for cabling an enclosure consists of the following steps: ●...

  • Page 32: Cabling The Enclosure

    Socket for optional GBIC SFP module for port 44 Interconnect switch Gigabit Ethernet jack for port 44 Interconnect switch 10/100 Ethernet jack for Integrated Administrator management port 42 Integrated Administrator module Integrated Administrator console connector (serial) Integrated Administrator module Gigabit Ethernet jack for port 45 Interconnect switch Socket for optional GBIC SFP module for port 45 Interconnect switch...

  • Page 33: Null-Modem Cable

    Bundle network and power cables together and route them to the outer edge of the rack. NOTE: 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.
  • Page 34 To install a blade PC: Determine your hardware configuration and deployment process. For more information, see Deployment and Management on page 35 Install or upgrade memory before installing blade PCs into an enclosure. See the Installing Additional Memory on page 30 section in this chapter.
  • Page 35 Install the blade PC: Align the blade PC with the blade PC bay on the enclosure and slide the blade PC partially into the enclosure. Press the release latch (1) on the blade PC. Pull down the ejector lever (2). CAUTION: The blade PC is keyed to fit only one way in the bay.

  • Page 36: Powering Up The Hp Blade Pc Enclosure

    Powering Up the HP Blade PC Enclosure 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.

  • Page 37: Powering Down The Enclosure

    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 or Vista, 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.

  • Page 38: Installing Additional Memory

    Installing Additional Memory The blade PCs support the following memory features: ● Unbuffered SODIMM DDR-2 667 (PC5300) memory For more information, refer to QuickSpecs located on the HP Web site: http://www.hp.com. ● 1-GB system memory expandable to 4-GB ● Two SODIMM slots To install SODIMMs on a blade PC: Power down the blade PC.
  • Page 39 Remove the SODIMM from the blade PC (2). Install SODIMM 1: 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). Press the SODIMM down towards the board, ensuring that it is fully seated and the latches snap into place (2).

  • Page 40: Attaching The Diagnostic Adapter

    Attaching the Diagnostic Adapter Attach the diagnostic adapter to the diagnostic connector on the front of the blade PC to attach peripherals such as a keyboard, video, mouse, USB diskette drive, or USB optical drive. NOTE: Either a USB 2.0 or a USB 1.1 diagnostic adapter can operate with the blade PC, but the USB 1.1 diagnostic adapter does not support USB 2.0 devices.
  • Page 41 Item Description PS/2 Mouse connector PS/2 Keyboard connector Serial connector Video connector USB 2.0 #1 USB 2.0 #2 Use the following figure and table to identify connectors on the USB 1.1 diagnostic adapter. Item Description PS/2 Mouse connector USB 1.1 #2 Serial connector ENWW Attaching the Diagnostic Adapter...
  • Page 42 PS/2 Keyboard connector USB 1.1 #1 Video connector Chapter 4 Installing and Cabling the HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade Enclosure ENWW...

  • Page 43: Deployment And Management

    Deployment and Management This chapter provides the following information: ● An overview of available methods for deploying software on blade PCs. ◦ Automated deployment using HP Rapid Deployment Pack ◦ Alternate deployment methods ◦ Diagnostic adapter ● A description of the configuration software and utilities supported by HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade technology.

  • Page 44: Alternate Deployment Methods

    For more information about HP Rapid Deployment Pack, refer to your authorized reseller or visit the following Web site: http://www.hp.com/servers/rdp. Alternate Deployment Methods Blade PCs have a PXE-enabled NIC (the first NIC only) and support bootable USB diskette and optical drives, as well as a keyboard, video, and a mouse attached via the diagnostic adapter.

  • Page 45: Computer Setup (F10)-File Menu

    Blade PC configuration information can also be managed remotely using System Software Manager (SSM). For more information, refer to the following Web site: http://www.hp.com/go/ssm. NOTE: Support for Computer Setup options varies depending on the hardware configuration. Table 5-1 Computer Setup (F10) Utility Heading Table File...

  • Page 46: Computer Setup-Storage Menu

    Table 5-2 Computer Setup—File (continued) Set Time and Date Allows you to set system time and date. Flash System ROM Allows you to flash the system ROM from an external drive. Replicated Setup Save to Removable Media Saves system configuration, including CMOS and a USB flash media device. Restore from Removable Media Restores system configuration from a USB flash media device.
  • Page 47 Table 5-3 Computer Setup—Storage (continued) Hard Disk ● None (prevents BIOS data accesses and disables it as a boot device). ● Hard Disk (treated as hard disk). Multisector Transfers (ATA disks only) Specifies how many sectors are transferred per multi-sector PIO operation. Options (subject to device capabilities) are Disabled, 8, and 16.

  • Page 48: Computer Setup-Security Menu

    NOTE: MS-DOS drive lettering assignments may not apply after a non-MS-DOS operating system has started. Shortcut to Temporarily Override Boot Order To boot one time from a device other than the default device specified in Boot Order, restart the computer and press when the monitor light turns green.

  • Page 49: Computer Setup-Advanced Menu

    Table 5-5 Computer Setup—Power Option Description OS Power Allows you to enable or disable: Management ● ACPI S3 Hard Disk Reset ● PCI Express ASPM Support Computer Setup—Advanced Menu NOTE: Support for specific Computer Setup options may vary depending on the hardware configuration.

  • Page 50: Restoring The Configuration Settings

    Table 5-6 Computer Setup—Advanced (for advanced users) (continued) PCI Devices ● 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: ●...

  • Page 51: Flashing The Blade Pc Rom

    Restoring the configuration setting can also be performed from the operating system using System Software Manager (SSM). For more information, refer to the following Web site: http://www.hp.com/go/ ssm. Flashing the Blade PC ROM There are two methods for flashing your ROM: ●...

  • Page 52: Hp Pc Blade Enclosure Integrated Administrator

    HP PC Blade Enclosure Integrated Administrator The HP PC Blade Enclosure Integrated Administrator is a centralized management and monitoring system for the HP PC Blade Enclosure and blade PCs. The Integrated Administrator acts as a combination terminal server and remote power controller, enabling out-of-band, secure, serial console connections to all blade PCs in the enclosure, and offers all of the following: ●...
  • Page 53 ● Increased availability ◦ The Integrated Administrator is a self-contained embedded system with its own processor, memory, NIC, and flash ROM. ◦ The enclosure itself is intelligent and fault-tolerant, and continues to function even if the Integrated Administrator fails. ◦ The Integrated Administrator enables online firmware update with code signing to ensure only certified software releases are installed.

  • Page 54: Blade Pc Event Messages

    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. Table 5-7 Blade PC Event Messages Event Type Event Message Blade PC Environment Overheat condition* System Overheating (Zone X) Operating System...

  • Page 55: Viewing The Event List

    Viewing the Event List To view the event list for discovered systems: In the HP Systems Insight Manager System Lists window, Expand the System List. Expand the Systems by Type. Select All Systems, All Enclosures, or All Clients to view the list of blade PCs or enclosures. On the displayed list, click on the appropriate enclosure or client.
  • Page 56 ◦ Includes graphical representations of the interconnect switch ◦ Access using any Gigabit Ethernet uplink connector and the Integrated Administrator management connector ● Menu driven console with local and Telnet access ◦ Full-featured management interface ◦ Access locally via the Integrated Administrator console connector or remotely via Telnet ●...

  • Page 57: Appendix A Regulatory Compliance Notices

    Regulatory Compliance Notices Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers For the purpose of regulatory compliance certifications and identification, your product has been assigned a unique series number. The series number can be found on the product nameplate label, along with all required approval markings and information. When requesting compliance information for this product, always refer to this series number.

  • Page 58: Declaration Of Conformity For Products Marked With The Fcc Logo, United States Only

    To identify this product, refer to the part, series, or model number found on the product. Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard Company may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.

  • Page 59: Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien)

    Compliance with these directives implies conformity to applicable harmonized European standards (European Norms) which are listed on the EU Declaration of Conformity issued by Hewlett-Packard for this product or product family. This compliance is indicated by the following conformity marking placed on the product: Hewlett-Packard GmbH, HQ-TRE, Herrenberger Strasse 140, D-71034 Böblingen, Germany.

  • Page 60: Japanese Notice

    Japanese Notice Korean Notice Class A Equipment Class B Equipment Taiwanese Notice Laser Compliance This product may be provided with an optical storage device (that is, CD or DVD drive) and/or fiber optic transceiver. Each of these devices contains a laser that is classified as a Class 1 Laser Product in Appendix A Regulatory Compliance Notices ENWW...

  • Page 61: Battery Replacement Notice

    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. 50, dated May 27, 2001 and with IEC 60825-1:1993/A2:2001. WARNING! Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser product’s installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

  • Page 62: Chinese Restriction Of Hazardous Substances (Rohs)

    Chinese Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) The Table of Toxic and Hazardous Substances/Elements and their Content as required by China’s Management Methods for Controlling Pollution by Electronic Information Products Appendix A Regulatory Compliance Notices ENWW...

  • Page 63: Japanese Restriction Of Hazardous Substances (Rohs)

    Table A-1 Toxic and Hazardous Substances and Elements Part Name Lead (Pb) Mercury Cadmium Hexavalen Polybromi- Polybromi- (Hg) (Cd) nated nated Chromium biphenyls diphenyl (Cr(VI)) (PBB) ethers (PBDE) Motherboard, processor and heat sink Memory I/O PCAs Power supply Keyboard Mouse Chassis/Other Fans Internal/External Media Reading...

  • Page 64: Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge

    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.

  • Page 65: Post Error Messages

    POST Error Messages Use POST error messages to assist in troubleshooting and performing basic diagnostic functions. POST error messages represent what the BIOS reports. The following table lists the numeric codes and text messages specific to blade PCs. For information about troubleshooting, see Troubleshooting on page NOTE: Attempt the recommended actions in the order in which they are listed.

  • Page 66: Appendix C Post Error Messages

    ● Replace the SODIMM(s). ● Replace the blade PC. ● 301-Keyboard Error Amber Keyboard controller Reconnect the keyboard with the blade PC has failed. turned off. ● Use a different keyboard that is known to work properly. ● Replace the blade PC. 303-Keyboard Controller Error Amber Keyboard controller...
  • Page 67 Invalid Electronic Serial Number Amber Electronic serial ● Run Computer Setup. If data is loaded/will number has been lost. not allow changes, download SP5572.EXE (SNZERO.EXE) from www.hp.com. ● Run Computer Setup, enter serial number under Security, System ID, then save changes.
  • Page 68 ● 6913-System Board Main Potential enclosure or Swap the blade PC to a different bay in the Voltage Failure Detected blade PC issue. enclosure and retest. ● Put the blade PC into a different enclosure. If the blade PC works in a different enclosure, troubleshoot the original enclosure.
  • Page 69 6925-Blade/Enclosure Amber Potential enclosure or ● Swap the blade PC to a different bay in the Communication error blade PC issue. enclosure and retest. ● Put the blade PC into a different enclosure. If the blade PC works in a different enclosure, troubleshoot the original enclosure.

  • Page 70: Appendix D Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This appendix provides specific troubleshooting information for HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade technology. 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 the LED and Switch appendix.

  • Page 71: When The Enclosure Does Not Start

    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 theWhen the Blade PC Does Not Start on page 70 section in this appendix.

  • Page 72: Enclosure Diagnostic Steps

    NOTE: If the enclosure does not restart, proceed to Table D-1 Enclosure diagnostic steps on page 64 in this appendix. Be sure that connectors and components are seated properly. Refer to the “General Loose Connections” section in the Servers Troubleshooting Guide on the Documentation CD that ships with your enclosure.
  • Page 73 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 Be sure that all power cords are connected to the power or no AC power is available.
  • Page 74 Table D-3 Is the Fault LED on Both Power Supplies Off? (continued) No, one or both are amber. The power supply is not connected to AC Be sure that all power cords are connected to the power or no AC power is available. power supplies.
  • Page 75 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 Be sure that the connectors on the fan cable are between the fan backplane and the properly seated and not damaged.
  • Page 76 Table D-5 Is the Enclosure Health LED on the Front of the Enclosure On? (continued) Yes, it is red. A system component has a critical Check your local or remote console for error failure. messages. Go to Table D-6 Is the Local Management Console Displaying Information When Connected to the Enclosure? on page Check system fans.
  • Page 77 Table D-7 Is the Integrated Administrator Health LED Green? (continued) No, it is red. An over temperature condition was Be sure that the room meets temperature and detected by the sensors on the airflow requirements. Integrated Administrator module. Be sure that the system fans are functioning properly.

  • Page 78: When The Blade Pc Does Not Start

    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.

  • Page 79: Blade Pc Diagnostic Steps

    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.
  • Page 80 Table D-10 Is the Blade PC Health LED Green? (continued) No, it is amber. The blade PC is in a ready state but is not Push the power button on the blade PC. powered on. If the blade PC does not power on, check the Integrated Administrator for bay status and messages.
  • Page 81 Table D-11 Is the Health LED on the Blade PC Green? (continued) ● Follow standard operating system debugging procedure. ● Reinstall the system image. ● No, it blinks amber four times, once per BMC Flash Fault Reflash the BMC. second, with a two second pause. ●...
  • Page 82 Table D-11 Is the Health LED on the Blade PC Green? (continued) ● No, it blinks red eight times, once per The blade PC has failed to communicate Remove the blade PC and reinsert second, followed by a two second pause. with the enclosure during the POST boot it in the enclosure.
  • Page 83 Table D-13 Is the Monitor Displaying Information When Connected to the Blade PC Through the Diagnostic Adapter? (continued) The monitor may not have power. Be sure that the monitor power cord is plugged in and that the monitor power button has been pressed. Video may not be connected properly.

  • Page 84: Problems After Initial Boot

    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...

  • Page 85: Remote 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 ●...

  • Page 86: Command Line Interface

    Click Remote Console. The Remote Console screen appears. Click Remote Console. A new window opens that enables you to connect to the blade PC terminal interface. If the blade PC is running the operating system: Return to the Web-based user interface and click Virtual Buttons in the left panel. CAUTION: Without the blade PC health driver, the Integrated Administrator cannot reboot a blade PC.

  • Page 87: Reviewing Activity Of A Blade Pc

    To exit the Computer Setup (F10) Utility: Press Esc. When prompted to press F10, press then (zero) to confirm. To close the remote console session: Press Ctrl_ (control underscore). Press D. Reviewing Activity of a Blade PC NOTE: 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.

  • Page 88: Command Line Interface

    Click Reboot, Power Off, or Power Off Immediately. Click Apply. When the blade PC power is off, the Power Off button becomes the Power On button. Command Line Interface To reboot the blade PC using the command line interface, type: REBOOT BAY <bay number>...

  • Page 89: Appendix E Leds And Switches

    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 ● 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.

  • Page 90: Enclosure Rear Panel Leds

    Amber = Enclosure degraded: Redundant component has failed Red = Enclosure critical: Immediate attention required, enclosure at risk of down time Enclosure Rear Panel LEDs Use the following figures and tables to determine the location and function of the enclosure status LEDs on the rear panel of the HP PC Blade Enclosure.

  • Page 91: Fan Health Leds

    Table E-2 Rear Panel LEDs with Interconnect Switch (continued) Amber = No AC power or over-voltage or over-temperature Blinking amber = Current limit Enclosure power Off= No power to enclosure Amber = Enclosure shutdown; power available; hibernate Green = Enclosure power on Fan health Off= Enclosure off, fan health good...

  • Page 92: Blade Pc And Usb 1.1 Diagnostic Adapter Leds

    Table E-3 Hot-Plug Fan Health LEDs Item Status Fan 1 Green = Normal Fan 2 Amber = Failed Fan 3 Fan 4 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.
  • Page 93 Table E-4 Blade PC and USB 1.1 Diagnostic Adapter LEDs Item Status Description Unit Identification Off = Blue = Identification of blade PC Blue (blinking) = Being accessed remotely Health Off = Blade PC off Green = Blade PC on and health good Amber = Blade PC degraded, or power-up prohibited by the Integrated Administrator...

  • Page 94: 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. Item Description Function...

  • Page 95: Cmos

    Item Description Function Enclosure UID button Activates the UID LED for easy enclosure identification Enclosure power button Powers the enclosure and all blade PCs up or down Integrated Administrator reset button Restarts the Integrated Administrator NOTE: The enclosure power and UID buttons are recessed. A non-metallic tool, such as a pencil, may be needed to press these buttons.

  • Page 96: Appendix F Specifications

    Specifications This appendix provides operating and performance specifications for the following HP CCI solution components: ● Blade enclosure ● Blade PC ● Hot-plug power supply 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...

  • Page 97: Blade Pc

    Non-operating (See note) 5% to 95% NOTE: Operating temperature has an altitude derating of 1°C per 1,000 ft. No direct sunlight. Storage maximum humidity of 95% is based on a maximum temperature of 45°C. Minimum pressure for storage is 70 KPa. Blade PC Blade PC Operating and Performance Specifications Dimensions...

  • Page 98: Hot-Plug Power Supply

    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 Weight 2.95 kg 6.5 lbs Input voltage specifications Rated input voltage 100 to 127 VAC 200 to 240 VAC Frequency range 47 to 63 Hz...

  • Page 99: Pc Battery Replacement

    Blade PC Battery Each blade PC has one memory device that requires a battery for retaining stored information. 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.
  • Page 100 Install the new battery. Install the blade PC in the enclosure. See the Installing a Blade PC on page 25 section in Installing and Cabling the HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade Enclosure on page Power up the blade PC. See the Powering Up the HP CCI Solution section in Installing and Cabling the HP PC BladeSystem PC Blade Enclosure on page Run the Computer Setup (F10) Utility to reconfigure the blade PC with the new battery.

  • Page 101: Index

    Index enclosure power 87 Altiris Deployment Solution 35 enclosure UID 86, 87 deployment Automatic System Recovery (ASR) front panel 86 alternate methods 14, 36 features 9 Integrated Administrator Altiris Deployment Solution 35 reboot 70 reset 87 options 35 rear panel 86 preparing 14 USB diskette drive batteries...
  • Page 102 specifications 88 frequency diagnostic adapter thermal damage caution 14 range, power supply 90 connectors 32, 33 troubleshooting 64 rated input, enclosure 88 enclosure LEDs 81 UID button 86, 87 front panel buttons 86 fan health LEDs 83 enclosure power interconnect switch LEDs 83 connectors 23 grounding methods 56...
  • Page 103 enclosure rear panel 82 powering down SODIMMS enclosure UID 81, 83 blade PCs 28 supported 7 fan health 6, 63, 83 enclosure 29 SODIMMs fault 82 powering up installing 30 hard drive activity 7, 85 blade PCs 28 removing 30 hot-plug fan health 83 enclosure 28 socket keys, locations 30...
  • Page 104 when the blade PC does not start 70 when the enclosure does not start 63 unit identification LEDs 7 USB support 7 utilities Automatic System Recovery (ASR) 9, 70 Computer Setup (F10) Utility 9, 36 Flashbin Utility 8, 10 HP Rapid Deployment Pack 9, 14 HP Systems Insight Manager 9, 11, 46...

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