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HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade

User Guide

April 2005 (First Edition)
Part Number 378424-001

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide April 2005 (First Edition) Part Number 378424-001...
  • Page 2 © Copyright 2005 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

    Power up the server blade ........................21 Power down the server blade ......................22 Remove the server blade ........................22 Setup Installing the HP BladeSystem components ..................25 Verifying system components......................25 Connecting to the network ......................... 26 Installing server blade options ......................26 Installing a server blade ........................
  • Page 4 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Fibre channel adapter option......................40 Smart Array 6i Battery-Backed Write Cache Enabler option ............41 Local I/O cabling Using the local I/O cable........................45 Local administration using iLO ......................45 Connecting locally to a server blade with video and USB devices ............ 47 Accessing a server blade with local KVM................
  • Page 5 Contents Change control and proactive notification................77 Natural language search assistant ................... 77 Care Pack..........................78 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources ......................... 79 Server diagnostic steps........................80 Important safety information ....................80 Preparing the server for diagnosis...................... 84 Symptom information ........................84 Service notifications...........................
  • Page 6 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide European Union regulatory notice ....................108 Canadian notice (Avis Canadien)..................... 109 Japanese notice..........................110 BSMI notice ............................. 110 Korean notice A&B ......................... 111 Battery replacement notice....................... 111 Taiwan battery recycling notice ....................... 112 Electrostatic discharge Preventing electrostatic discharge....................

  • Page 7: Component Identification

    Component identification In this section Server blade components........................7 Local I/O cable ..........................17 Server blade enclosure bay numbering..................17 connections..........................18 Server blade enclosure compatibility....................19 Server blade components Front panel LEDs (on page 8) Front panel components (on page 10) Rear panel components (on page 12) Hot-plug SCSI hard drive LED combinations (on page 10) Internal components (on page 12) System maintenance switch (on page 16)

  • Page 8: Front Panel Leds

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Front panel LEDs Item Description Status UID LED Blue = Identified Blue flashing = Active remote management Off = No active remote management...
  • Page 9 Component identification Item Description Status Health LED Green = Normal Green Flashing = Booting Amber = Degraded condition Red = Critical condition NIC 1 LED* Green = Network linked Green flashing = Network activity Off = No link or activity NIC 2 LED* Green = Network linked Green flashing = Network activity...

  • Page 10: Front Panel Components

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Front panel components Item Description Hot-plug SCSI hard drive bay 1 I/O port* Power On/Standby button Hot-plug SCSI hard drive bay 2 * The I/O port is used with the local I/O cable to perform some server blade configuration and diagnostic procedures.
  • Page 11 Either (1) the drive is part of an array being selected by an array configuration utility; (2) Drive Identification has been selected in HP SIM; or (3) drive firmware is being updated. The drive has failed and has been placed offline.

  • Page 12: Rear Panel Components

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Rear panel components Item Description Power connectors Signal connector Internal components Primary system board (processors 1 and 2) (on page 13) Secondary system board (processors 3 and 4) (on page 15)
  • Page 13 Component identification Primary system board (processors 1 and 2) Item Description System maintenance switch (SW1) DC filter module Standard NIC mezzanine card System battery Processor 2 memory bank 2 Processor 2 memory bank 1 (shown populated)
  • Page 14 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Item Description DIMMs 5-8 Processor socket 2 (shown populated) SCSI backplane board connector 2 Fan connectors Power button/LED board connector SCSI backplane board connector 1 Processor socket 1 (shown populated) DIMMs 1-4 Processor 1 memory bank 1(shown populated)
  • Page 15 Component identification Secondary system board (processors 3 and 4) Item Description Power converter modules Processor 4 memory bank 2 Processor 4 memory bank 1 (shown populated) DIMMs 13-16 Processor socket 4 (shown populated) Fan connectors...

  • Page 16: System Maintenance Switch

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Item Description Processor socket 3 (shown populated) DIMMs 9-12 Processor 3 memory bank 1(shown populated) Processor 3 memory bank 2 DC filter module System maintenance switch Position Function Default iLO Security override Configuration lock...

  • Page 17: Local I/O Cable

    Component identification Local I/O cable Item Connector Description Local I/O For connecting to the local I/O port on the server blade front panel Video For connecting a video monitor USB 1 For connecting a USB device USB 2 For connecting a USB device Serial For trained personnel to connect a null modem serial cable and perform...

  • Page 18: Ilo Connections

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide IMPORTANT: Note that server blade bay numbering in the figure is reversed when looking at the rear of the enclosure. iLO connections A single iLO connector resides on the server blade management module of the enhanced server blade enclosure.

  • Page 19: Server Blade Enclosure Compatibility

    Component identification For more information about the enhanced server blade enclosure, refer to the HP ProLiant BL p-Class Server Blade Enclosure Upgrade Installation Guide or the HP ProLiant BL p-Class Server Blade Enclosure Installation Guide. Server blade enclosure compatibility The HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade requires the support of an HP BladeSystem p-Class Server Blade Enclosure with enhanced backplane components (enhanced server blade enclosure).

  • Page 21: Operations

    CAUTION: Always observe RILOE alerts before initiating a power-up override to prevent a hot-plug power supply fault and possible loss of system power. For more information, refer to the HP Integrated Lights-Out User Guide. NOTE: You can perform a server blade power-up override when the management modules are not in use to manage the power-up request.

  • Page 22: Power Down The Server Blade

    IMPORTANT: Remote power procedures require the most recent firmware for the power enclosure and server blade enclosure management modules. For the most recent firmware, refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/support). Remove the server blade 1.
  • Page 23 Operations 4. Remove the server blade from the server blade enclosure. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the internal system components to cool before touching them. CAUTION: To prevent damage to electrical components, properly ground the server blade before beginning any installation procedure.

  • Page 25: Setup

    1. Verify that the proper server blade enclosure is installed for the server blade. Refer to "Server Blade Enclosure Compatibility (on page 19)." 2. Verify that adequate power is available. Refer to the HP BladeSystem p-Class power calculator on the HP website...

  • Page 26: Connecting To The Network

    "Hardware Options Installation (on page 29)." Installing a server blade The HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade occupies two bays in the server blade enclosure. Two blanks must be removed before the server blade can be installed.

  • Page 27: Completing The Configuration

    Complete the system configuration before installing additional server blades. Completing the configuration To complete the server blade and HP BladeSystem configuration, refer to the hardware installation and configuration poster that ships with the server blade enclosure.

  • Page 29: Hardware Options Installation

    Processor option Use these instructions to install an AMD Opteron™ processor into a supported HP ProLiant p-Class server blade. NOTE: Some server blade models ship with one processor installed. Use these instructions to install an optional second processor. WARNING: This documentation assumes that the server blade is in a server blade enclosure and not receiving power from a diagnostic station.

  • Page 30: Removing A Processor Blank And 1P Enabler Board

    The server blade supports configurations with one, two, or four processors. This server blade does not support a 3P configuration. Always use AMD Opteron™ 800 Series processors purchased from HP. Removing a processor blank and 1P enabler board To install the component: 1.

  • Page 31: Processor Installation

    Hardware options installation Processor installation To install the component: 1. Back up all data on the hard drive. 2. Power down the server blade (on page 22). WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the internal system components to cool before touching them.
  • Page 32 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide CAUTION: The processor is designed to fit one way into the socket. Use the alignment guides on the processor and socket to properly align the processor with the socket. Refer to the server blade hood label for specific instructions.
  • Page 33 Hardware options installation 7. Remove the protective cover from the thermal interface. CAUTION: After the cover is removed, do not touch the thermal interface media. IMPORTANT: The heatsink is not reusable and must be discarded if removed from the processor after application. 8.

  • Page 34: Memory Option

    The server blade ships with two DIMMs installed in memory bank 1 for each installed processor. Each processor has two banks, and each bank consists of two DIMM slots. CAUTION: Use only HP DIMMs. DIMMs from other sources may adversely affect data integrity. DIMM guidelines Observe the following DIMM installation guidelines: All DIMMs must be PC3200 DDR 400-MHz SDRAM DIMMs.

  • Page 35: Single- And Dual-Rank Dimms

    Hardware options installation For optimal performance in most applications, populate memory bank 1 for every populated processor socket. DIMM banks are active only when the corresponding processor socket is populated. Single- and dual-rank DIMMs PC3200 DIMMs can either be single- or dual-rank. While it is not normally important for you to differentiate between these two types of DIMMs, certain DIMM configuration requirements are based on these classifications.
  • Page 36 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Primary system board (processors 1 and 2) Item Description Memory bank DIMM slots 1 and 2 Processor 1 memory bank 1 DIMM slots 3 and 4 Processor 1 memory bank 2 DIMM slots 5 and 6...

  • Page 37: Installing Dimms

    Hardware options installation Secondary system board (processors 3 and 4) Item Description Memory bank DIMM slots 9 and 10 Processor 3 memory bank 1 DIMM slots 11 and 12 Processor 3 memory bank 2 DIMM slots 13 and 14 Processor 4 memory bank 1 DIMM slots 15 and 16 Processor 4 memory bank 2 Installing DIMMs...

  • Page 38: Hard Drive Option

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide 5. Install the DIMM. To remove DIMMs, reverse the installation procedure. For DIMM slots 1 and 2, remove the air baffle, if necessary. Refer to the instructions located on the air baffle. Hard drive option The server blade hot-plug SCSI hard drives have unique SCSI IDs that the system automatically sets.
  • Page 39 Hardware options installation 1. Remove the hard drive blank. NOTE: Port-colored items indicate hot-plug components. 2. Install the hard drive. 3. Determine the status of the hard drive from the hot-plug hard drive LEDs ("Hot-plug SCSI hard drive LED combinations" on page 10). 4.

  • Page 40: Fibre Channel Adapter Option

    For more detailed SAN configuration information for the server blade, refer to: The model-specific QuickSpecs document located on the HP ProLiant p-Class server blade products web page at the HP website (http://www.hp.com/products/servers/proliant-bl/p-class/info) The HP StorageWorks SAN documentation at the HP website (http://h18006.www1.hp.com/products/storageworks/san/documentation.htm...

  • Page 41: Smart Array 6I Battery-Backed Write Cache Enabler Option

    Hardware options installation 4. Refer to the label on the FC adapter to verify compatibility with the server blade. 5. Install the FC adapter. Smart Array 6i Battery-Backed Write Cache Enabler option The optional BBWC enabler provides the system with a means for storing and saving data in the event of an unexpected system shutdown.
  • Page 42 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide To install the component: 1. Remove the battery from the plastic carrier. NOTE: Before removing the battery from the carrier, be sure to unwrap the cable. NOTE: After removing the battery from the plastic carrier, discard the carrier and the cable.
  • Page 43 Hardware options installation 3. Install the BBWC memory module on the Smart Array 6i Controller.

  • Page 45: Local I/O Cabling

    Local I/O cabling In this section Using the local I/O cable ......................45 Local administration using iLO....................45 Connecting locally to a server blade with video and USB devices ..........47 Using the local I/O cable The local I/O cable enables the user to perform server blade administration, configuration, and diagnostic procedures in two ways: Connecting locally to the server blade RILOE interface Connecting video and USB devices directly to the server blade...
  • Page 46 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide 1. Use the RJ-45 network cable to connect the local client device to the local I/O cable. 2. Connect the local I/O cable to the I/O port on the server blade. CAUTION: Disconnect the local I/O cable when not in use.

  • Page 47: Connecting Locally To A Server Blade With Video And Usb Devices

    Local I/O cabling CAUTION: Before disconnecting the local I/O cable, observe the following guidelines: • Completely log out of the current RILOE session before disconnecting from the RILOE port. Do not remove the local I/O cable when the UID LED is flashing. •...

  • Page 48: Accessing A Server Blade With Local Media Devices

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide 2. Connect a monitor to the video connector. 3. Connect a USB mouse to one USB connector. 4. Connect a USB keyboard to the second USB connector. Item Description Server blade Monitor USB mouse...
  • Page 49 – USB CD-ROM drive – USB keyboard – USB mouse NOTE: HP recommends the use of a USB hub when connecting a USB diskette drive and/or USB CD-ROM drive to the server blade. The USB hub provides additional connections. Item...

  • Page 51: Configuration And Utilities

    RILOE Advanced Management interface driver Rack infrastructure interface service For Microsoft® Windows® OS users, these items are included in the ProLiant Support Pack for Microsoft® Windows®, available from the HP website (http://h18002.www1.hp.com/support/files/server/us/index.html). Linux OS users can download these components from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/products/servers/linux).

  • Page 52: Proliant P-Class Advanced Management

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide For information on how to use these components with a Linux OS, refer to the HP website (http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/servers/linux/documentation.html#howto ProLiant p-Class Advanced management RILOE Advanced is a standard component of ProLiant p-Class server blades that provides server health and remote server blade manageability.

  • Page 53: Network-Based Pxe Deployment

    The IP address is assigned by a DHCP server on a network. The p-Class tab enables you to control specific settings for the HP BladeSystem. RILOE also provides web-based status for the HP BladeSystem configuration.
  • Page 54 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Deployment overview When a PXE-enabled client boots, it obtains an IP address from a DHCP server. The client obtains the name of the NBP from the appropriate boot server. Then, the client uses TFTP to download the NBP from the boot server and executes the image.
  • Page 55 1.3.1_07 1.3.1_08 1.4.1 for Windows® users only 1.4.2 for Linux users only Access the Java™ Runtime Environment versions at the HP website (http://java.sun.com/products/archive/index.html). DHCP server (IP address assignment) – AMD Athlon™ XP processor (700 MHz or greater recommended), AMD Athlon™ 64 processor, or Pentium® or Pentium® II 200-MHz or faster processor –...

  • Page 56: Static Ip Bay Configuration

    1.3.1_07 1.3.1_08 1.4.1 for Windows® users only 1.4.2 for Linux users only Access the Java™ Runtime Environment versions at the HP website (http://java.sun.com/products/archive/index.html). Network server with an OS installed Static IP bay configuration Static IP bay configuration, implemented using the new Static IP Bay Settings on the BL p-Class tab, eases the initial deployment of an entire enclosure or the subsequent deployment of blades within an existing enclosure.

  • Page 57: Deployment Methods

    Provides easier setup with automatic RILOE address generation for all or a few selected bays For detailed information about iLO configurations, refer to the HP Integrated Lights-Out User Guide on the Documentation CD or to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/lights-out). Deployment methods...
  • Page 58 HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack NOTE: To deploy server blades in an existing server blade enclosure, always use the most recent version of RDP available at the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/rdp). The RDP software is the preferred method for rapid, high-volume server deployments.
  • Page 59 For more information, and to download the SmartStart Scripting Toolkit, refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/sstoolkit). CD-ROM deployment CD-ROM deployment involves using a bootable CD that executes script to configure the hardware and install the OS.
  • Page 60 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide NOTE: For more information about hardware and cabling configurations, refer to the documents that ship with the server blade enclosure or diagnostic station. Two methods are available for CD-ROM deployment: iLO Virtual CD-ROM (on page 60)

  • Page 61: Diskette Image Deployment

    Configuration and utilities To deploy with a boot CD: 1. Use the local I/O cable to connect a USB CD-ROM drive to the server blade. Refer to "Connecting locally to a server blade with video and USB devices (on page 47)." 2.
  • Page 62 The SmartStart Scripting Toolkit provides the tools and information for creating a boot diskette. For details, refer to the SmartStart Scripting Toolkit User Guide and download the latest version of the software from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/sstoolkit). As an alternative method, configure the hardware manually with RBSU and the RILOE remote console.

  • Page 63: Configuration Tools

    Refer to the HP Business Support Center website (http://www.hp.com/support). The server blade is cabled properly to a supported SAN. SAN storage drivers are loaded. Refer to supporting white papers and the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/rdp). For SAN configuration information for the server blade, refer to the HP StorageWorks SAN Design Reference Guide on the HP website (http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/storageworks/san/documentation.html).

  • Page 64: Smartstart Software

    Enabling access to the Array Configuration Utility (on page 67), Array Diagnostic Utility, and Erase Utility SmartStart is included in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack. For more information about SmartStart software, refer to the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/smartstart).

  • Page 65: Auto-Configuration Process

    Displaying system information Selecting the primary boot controller Configuring memory options Language selection For more information on RBSU, refer to the HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide on the Documentation CD or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/smartstart). Using RBSU The first time you power up the server blade, the system prompts you to enter RBSU and select a language.

  • Page 66: Boot Options

    RBSU by pressing the F9 key when prompted. After the settings are selected, exit RBSU and allow the server to reboot automatically. For more information, refer to the HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide on the Documentation CD or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/smartstart).

  • Page 67: Array Configuration Utility

    Internet Explorer 5.5 (with Service Pack 1) or later. For Linux servers, refer to the README.TXT file for additional browser and support information. For more information, refer to the HP Array Configuration Utility User Guide on the Documentation CD or the HP website (http://www.hp.com).

  • Page 68: Re-Entering The Server Serial Number And Product Id

    For more information regarding the default configurations that ORCA uses, refer to the HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide on the Documentation CD. Re-entering the server serial number and product ID After you replace the system board, you must re-enter the server serial number and the product ID.

  • Page 69: Management Tools

    ASR increases server availability by restarting the server within a specified time after a system hang or shutdown. At the same time, the HP SIM console notifies you by sending a message to a designated pager number that ASR has restarted the system.

  • Page 70: Integrated Lights-Out Technology

    HP SIM provides device management capabilities that consolidate and integrate management data from HP and third-party devices. IMPORTANT: You must install and use HP SIM to benefit from the Pre- Failure Warranty for processors, hard drives, and memory modules.

  • Page 71: Management Agents

    Management Agents. For additional information, refer to the Management CD in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/manage). Redundant ROM support The server enables you to upgrade or configure the ROM safely with redundant ROM support.

  • Page 72: Diagnostic Tools

    Specifically, HP provides legacy USB functionality at: POST RBSU Diagnostics Environments which do not support USB natively For more information on ProLiant USB support, refer to the HP website (http://www.compaq.com/products/servers/platforms/usb-support.html). Diagnostic tools List of tools: HP Insight Diagnostics .........................72 Integrated Management Log......................73...

  • Page 73: Integrated Management Log

    Configuration and utilities For more information or to download the utility, refer to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/diags). Survey Utility Survey Utility, a feature within Insight Diagnostics, gathers critical hardware and software information on ProLiant servers. This utility supports operating systems that may not be supported by the server.

  • Page 74: Remote Support And Analysis Tools

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide For more information, refer to the Management CD in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack. Remote support and analysis tools List of tools: HP Instant Support Enterprise Edition ..................74 Web-Based Enterprise Service .....................74 Open Services Event Manager .....................75...

  • Page 75: Open Services Event Manager

    Configuration and utilities For more information, refer to the HP website (http://h18000.www1.hp.com/support/svctools/). Open Services Event Manager OSEM is a standalone tool that performs real-time reactive and proactive service event filtering, analysis, and notification. The tool gathers event data from SNMP traps or information provided over an HTTP interface and notifies an administrator or HP through SMTP and ISEE.

  • Page 76: Resource Paqs

    If you do not use the SmartStart CD to install an operating system, drivers for some of the new hardware are required. These drivers, as well as other option drivers, ROM images, and value-add software can be downloaded from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support).

  • Page 77: Change Control And Proactive Notification

    Automatically checks for hardware, firmware, and operating system dependencies, and installs only the correct ROM upgrades required by each target server To download the tool and for more information, refer to the HP website (http://h18000.www1.hp.com/support/files/index.html). Change control and proactive notification...

  • Page 78: Care Pack

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Care Pack HP Care Pack Services offer upgraded service levels to extend and expand standard product warranty with easy-to-buy, easy-to-use support packages that help you make the most of your server investments. Refer to the Care Pack...

  • Page 79: Troubleshooting

    To obtain the guide, refer to any of the following sources and then select the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide. The server-specific Documentation CD The Business Support Center on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support).

  • Page 80: Server Diagnostic Steps

    Server diagnostic steps This section covers the steps to take in order to diagnose a problem quickly. To effectively troubleshoot a problem, HP recommends that you start with the first flowchart in this section, "Start diagnosis flowchart (on page 86)," and follow the appropriate diagnostic path.
  • Page 81 Troubleshooting 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.
  • Page 82 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide These symbols, on power supplies or systems, indicate that the equipment is supplied by multiple sources of power. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock, remove all power cords to completely disconnect power from the system.
  • Page 83 Troubleshooting • Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. • Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply to disconnect power to the equipment.

  • Page 84: Preparing The Server For Diagnosis

    NOTE: To verify the server configuration, connect to the System Management homepage and select Version Control Agent. The VCA gives you a list of names and versions of all installed HP drivers, Management Agents, and utilities, and whether they are up to date.

  • Page 85: Service Notifications

    If the problem occurs randomly, what is the duration or frequency? To answer these questions, the following information may be useful: Run HP Insight Diagnostics (on page 72) and use the survey page to view the current configuration or to compare it to previous configurations.

  • Page 86: Diagnostic Steps

    Diagnostic steps To effectively troubleshoot a problem, HP recommends that you start with the first flowchart in this section, "Start diagnosis flowchart (on page 86)," and follow the appropriate diagnostic path. If the other flowcharts do not provide a troubleshooting solution, follow the diagnostic steps in "General diagnosis...
  • Page 87 Troubleshooting Item Refer to "Power-on problems flowchart ("Server blade power-on problems flowchart" on page 91)" "POST problems flowchart (on page 93)" "OS boot problems flowchart (on page 95)" "Server fault indications flowchart (on page 98)"...
  • Page 88 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide...

  • Page 89: General Diagnosis Flowchart

    "Hardware problems" in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support). • "Server information you need" in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support). •...
  • Page 90 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide...

  • Page 91: Server Blade Power-On Problems Flowchart

    Power Calculator on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystem/powercalculator). HP BladeSystem Maintenance and Service Guide located on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/products/servers/proliant- bl/p-class/info). Integrated Lights-Out User Guide located on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/products/servers/proliant-bl/p-class/info). Server maintenance and service guide, located on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/products/servers/proliant-bl/p- class/info).
  • Page 92 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide...

  • Page 93: Post Problems Flowchart

    Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support). "Video problems" in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support). KVM or RILOE documentation "Loose connections (on page 85)"...
  • Page 94 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide...

  • Page 95: Os Boot Problems Flowchart

    Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support). • Controller documentation "HP Insight Diagnostics (on page 72)" or in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support). •...
  • Page 96 HP website (http://www.hp.com/support). • "Contacting HP technical support or an authorized reseller" in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support). • "Hardware problems" in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support).
  • Page 97 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 98: Server Fault Indications Flowchart

    Redundancy failure System overtemperature condition Item Refer to "Management agents (on page 71)" or in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support). • "Integrated Management Log (on page 73)" or in the HP...
  • Page 99 Server maintenance and service guide, located on the Documentation CD or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/products/servers/proliant-bl/p- class/info) "HP Insight Diagnostics (on page 72)" or in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support). •...
  • Page 100 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide...

  • Page 101: Post Error Messages And Beep Codes

    A server generates only the codes that are applicable to its configuration and options. The following POST messages are new. For a complete listing of error messages, refer to the POST messages in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide located on the Documentation CD or on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support).

  • Page 102: Invalid Memory Types Were Found On The Same Node. Please Check Dimm Compatibility. - Some Dimms May Not Be Used

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Invalid memory types were found on the same node. Please check DIMM compatibility. - Some DIMMs may not be used Description: Invalid or mixed memory types were detected during POST. Action: Use only supported DIMM pairs when populating memory sockets.

  • Page 103: Node Interleaving Disabled - Invalid Memory Configuration

    Troubleshooting Node Interleaving disabled - Invalid memory configuration Description: Each node must have the same memory configuration to enable interleaving. Action: Populate each node with the same memory configuration and enable interleaving in RBSU. There must be a first DIMM in pair if second DIMM in pair is populated.

  • Page 105: Regulatory Compliance Notices

    Regulatory compliance notices In this section Regulatory compliance identification numbers ................105 Federal Communications Commission notice ................106 Declaration of conformity for products marked with the FCC logo, United States only ...107 Cables ............................108 Modifications..........................108 European Union regulatory notice....................108 Canadian notice (Avis Canadien) ....................109 Japanese notice ...........................110...

  • Page 106: Federal Communications Commission Notice

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Federal Communications Commission notice Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and Regulations has established Radio Frequency (RF) emission limits to provide an interference-free radio frequency spectrum. Many electronic devices, including computers, generate RF energy incidental to their intended function and are, therefore, covered by these rules.

  • Page 107: Class B Equipment

    For questions regarding this product, contact us by mail or telephone: Hewlett-Packard Company P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 530113 Houston, Texas 77269-2000 1-800-HP-INVENT (1-800-474-6836). (For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored.) For questions regarding this FCC declaration, contact us by mail or telephone:...

  • Page 108: Cables

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Hewlett-Packard Company P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 510101 Houston, Texas 77269-2000 1-281-514-3333 To identify this product, refer to the part, series, or model number found on the product. 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 109: Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien)

    Regulatory compliance notices This marking is valid for non-Telecom products and EU harmonized Telecom products (e.g. Bluetooth). This marking is valid for EU non-harmonized Telecom products. *Notified body number (used only if applicable—refer to the product label) Canadian notice (Avis Canadien) Class A equipment This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

  • Page 110: Japanese Notice

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Japanese notice BSMI notice...

  • Page 111: Korean Notice A&B

    Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of together with the general household waste. To forward them to recycling or proper disposal, please use the public collection system or return them to HP, an authorized HP Partner, or their agents.

  • Page 112: Taiwan Battery Recycling Notice

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide For more information about battery replacement or proper disposal, contact an authorized reseller or an authorized service provider. Taiwan battery recycling notice The Taiwan EPA requires dry battery manufacturing or importing firms in accordance with Article 15 of the Waste Disposal Act to indicate the recovery marks on the batteries used in sales, giveaway or promotion.

  • Page 113: Electrostatic Discharge

    Electrostatic discharge In this section Preventing electrostatic discharge ....................113 Grounding methods to prevent electrostatic discharge...............114 Preventing 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.

  • Page 114: Grounding Methods To Prevent Electrostatic Discharge

    HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Grounding methods to prevent electrostatic discharge Several methods are used for grounding. Use one or more of the following methods when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts: Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded workstation or computer chassis.

  • Page 115: Specifications

    Specifications In this section Environmental specifications .....................115 Server specifications........................115 Environmental specifications Temperature range* Specification Operating 10 C to 35 C (50 F to 95 F) Shipping -40 C to 60 C (-40 F to 140 F) Storage -20°C to 60°C (-4 to 140°C) Maximum wet bulb temperature 30 C (86 F) Relative humidity Specification...
  • Page 116 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Depth 71.1 cm (28.00 in) Width 26.14 cm (10.29 in) Weight (maximum) 16.33 kg (36 lb)

  • Page 117: Technical Support

    HP contact information.......................117 Customer self repair........................118 Before you contact HP Be sure to have the following information available before you call HP: Technical support registration number (if applicable) Product serial number Product model name and number Applicable error messages Add-on boards or hardware...

  • Page 118: Customer Self Repair

    HP's customer self-repair program offers you the fastest service under either warranty or contract. It enables HP to ship replacement parts directly to you so that you can replace them. Using this program, you can replace parts at your own convenience.

  • Page 119: Acronyms And Abbreviations

    Acronyms and abbreviations ABEND abnormal end Array Configuration Utility Advanced Data Guarding (also known as RAID 6) Automatic Server Recovery BBWC battery-backed write cache BIOS Basic Input/Output System double data rate DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol...
  • Page 120 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide domain name system electrostatic discharge Fibre Channel Fibre Channel Adapter input/output International Electrotechnical Commission Integrated Lights-Out Integrated Management Log Internet Protocol ISEE Instant Support Enterprise Edition...
  • Page 121 Acronyms and abbreviations keyboard, video, and mouse light-emitting diode Network Bootstrap Program NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association NFPA National Fire Protection Association network file system network interface controller ORCA Option ROM Configuration for Arrays OSEM Open Services Event Manager POST Power-On Self Test...
  • Page 122 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide ProLiant Support Pack preboot eXecution environment RAID redundant array of inexpensive (or independent) disks RBSU ROM-Based Setup Utility Rapid Deployment Pack RILOE Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition read-only memory Smart Array Storage Area Network...
  • Page 123 Acronyms and abbreviations small form-factor pluggable Systems Insight Manager SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol TFTP Trivial File Transfer Protocol TMRA recommended ambient operating temperature unit identification uninterruptible power system universal serial bus version control agent...
  • Page 124 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide WEBES Web-Based Enterprise Service Wired for Management WINS Windows® Internet Naming Service...

  • Page 125: Index

    10 component identification 7, 16 front panel LEDs 8 configuration of system 63 configuration parameters 63 configuration, network 53 connection problems 85 general diagnosis flowchart 89 connectors 17 grounding methods 114 contacting HP 117 creating a network boot diskette 62...
  • Page 126 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide Lights-Out network-based deployment 52, 53, hard drive blanks 38 local I/O cable 17, 45 hard drive LEDs 10 loose connections 85 hard drives 10, 38 hard drives, installing 38 hardware options 29 hardware options installation 29...
  • Page 127 Index power cord 82 Smart Array 6i Controller 41 Power LED, location 8 SmartStart autorun menu 64 power on problems flowchart 91 SmartStart Scripting Toolkit 59 power problems 91 SmartStart, overview 64 powering up 65 software 51 PPM failure LEDs 10 software troubleshooting 95 problem diagnosis 79, 80, 86 specifications 115...
  • Page 128 HP ProLiant BL45p Server Blade User Guide video connector 17 virtual CD-ROM 60 virtual floppy 62 warnings 82 Web-Based Enterprise Service 74 website, HP 117...

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