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AlphaServer GS160/320
Upgrade Manual
Order Number: EK-GS320-UP. D01
This manual is for service providers of HP AlphaServer
GS160/320 systems. It discusses system expansion
and upgrade of an original system with faster CPUs.
Hewlett-Packard Company

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  • Page 1 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual Order Number: EK-GS320-UP. D01 This manual is for service providers of HP AlphaServer GS160/320 systems. It discusses system expansion and upgrade of an original system with faster CPUs. Hewlett-Packard Company...
  • Page 2 Group in the United States and other countries. All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 3 Japanese Notice Canadian Notice This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Avis Canadien Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. European Union Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface ........................ix Chapter 1 Overview The Systems ..................1-2 System Diagrams .................. 1-3 1.2.1 Block Diagrams ..................1-3 1.2.2 Physical Diagrams ................1-6 Cabinets ....................1-8 Color Codes ................... 1-9 Upgrades ..................... 1-10 1.5.1 Component Addition ................1-10 1.5.2 System Box Addition................
  • Page 6 Chapter 4 System Power-Up Control Panel Keyswitch............... 4-2 Installing the System Management Console ........4-4 Powering Up the System............... 4-5 Q-Vet Verification ................4-14 4.4.1 Installing Q-Vet................... 4-16 4.4.2 Running Q-Vet ..................4-18 4.4.3 Reviewing Results of the Q-Vet Run........... 4-20 4.4.4 De-Installing Q-Vet................
  • Page 7 Index Examples 4–1 Power-Up Display ................. 4-5 A–1 Updating the Firmware ................A-4 Figures 1–1 GS160 Block Diagram................1-3 1–2 GS160 Block Diagram................1-4 1–3 GS320 Block Diagram................1-5 1–4 GS160 Physical Diagram ..............1-6 1–5 GS320 Physical Diagram ..............1-7 2–1 Removing the Distribution Board Assembly (1) ........
  • Page 8 H-switch Clock Module Removal ............A-10 A–4 Setting the B4168 Switch..............A-14 A–5 GS320 Cabinets...................A-16 Tables HP AlphaServer GS160/320 Documentation ........... x 1–1 Cabinet Models and Power Requirements ..........1-8 1–2 Color Codes of System Components............1-9 3–1 Joining Kits Required for Installation ..........3-6 3–2...

  • Page 9: Preface

    Chapter 1, Overview, provides a conceptual introduction to the system. • Chapter 2, Upgrade to Two System Boxes, discusses the requirements and procedures for upgrading an AlphaServer GS160 from one system box to two system boxes. • Chapter 3, Upgrade to Two System Cabinets, describes how to upgrade a GS160 system to a GS320 system.

  • Page 10: Hp Alphaserver Gs160/320 Documentation

    EK–GSR80–UP AlphaServer GS80 Upgrade Manual EK–GS320–SP AlphaServer GS80/160/320 Site Preparation EK–GSHPG–RM AlphaServer GS160/320 CPU Online Addition and Removal Information on the Internet Visit the HP Web site at www.compaq.com/alphaserver for service tools and more information about the AlphaServer GS160/320 systems.

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Overview

    Chapter 1 Overview The AlphaServer GS160/320 systems are high-performance server platforms designed for enterprise-level applications. They are distinguished by their versatility and high degree of scalability and expandability. These powerful, switch-based systems use four Alpha microprocessors per quad building block (QBB). Two QBBs paired back-to-back and rotated 180 with reference to each other form a system box.

  • Page 12: The Systems

    Additional PCI boxes and storage shelves can be accommodated in expander cabinets that can be attached to either side of the system. AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 13: System Diagrams

    System Diagrams 1.2.1 Block Diagrams Figure 1–1 shows the block diagram of a GS160 system with a single system box installed. A distribution board makes the interconnect between the QBBs through their global ports. Figure 1–1 GS160 Block Diagram Modem System Box PCI Box Standard...

  • Page 14: Gs160 Block Diagram

    CPU CPU CPU Standard Switch I/O SCM System Storage Management Console CPU CPU CPU PCI Box Switch Storage Hierarchical System Box 2 Switch CPU CPU CPU PCI Box Switch Storage CPU CPU CPU PCI Box Switch Storage PK-0623-98 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 15: Gs320 Block Diagram

    Figure 1–3 shows a block diagram of a GS320 with four system boxes. A hierarchical switch makes the interconnect between the QBBs in the four system boxes through their global ports. Figure 1–3 GS320 Block Diagram System Box 1 System Box 3 Modem PCI Box PCI Box...

  • Page 16: Physical Diagrams

    Figure 1–4 shows a fully configured GS160 system. Figure 1–4 GS160 Physical Diagram System Cabinet 1 Power Cabinet Panel System Storage Box 2 (Optional) Master PCI Box Power Supplies System Box 1 AC Input Boxes Blower PK1293 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 17: Gs320 Physical Diagram

    Figure 1–5 shows a fully configured GS320 system. Figure 1–5 GS320 Physical Diagram System Cabinet 2 System Cabinet 1 Power Cabinet Panel System System Storage Box 4 Box 2 (Optional) Master PCI Box Power Supplies System System Box 3 Box 1 AC Input Boxes Blowers...

  • Page 18: Cabinets

    Not Applicable System Cabinet 2 H9A21-AB Not Applicable Power Cabinet H9A20-BA 120-208V (North American/Japanese) 380-415V Power Cabinet H9A20-BB (European) Expander Cabinet H9A20-AA 120V (North American) Expander Cabinet H9A20-AB 220-240V (European) Expander Cabinet H9A20-AC 200-240V (North American/Japanese) AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 19: Color Codes

    Color Codes System boxes and the associated power subracks and cables are color-coded for ease of reference and identification. Table 1–2 shows the color codes used for the system components. Table 1–2 Color Codes of System Components System Components Color Code System box 1,subrack 1, AC breakers, outlets, cables Blue System box 2,subrack 2, AC breakers, outlets, cables...

  • Page 20: Upgrades

    GS160 to GS320. In this case you must join system cabinet 2 to system cabinet 1. If system cabinet 2 has the system box(es) already installed, then make the appropriate power subrack installations and cable connections. 1-10 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 21: Original System Upgrade

    1.5.3 Original System Upgrade In this upgrade, the original 4-Mbyte B-cache B4125 CPUs are replaced with faster B4166 CPUs (8-Mbyte B-cache) or B4168 CPUs (16-Mbyte B-cache); or B4166 or B4168 CPUs are added to the existing system. The original system has the following characteristics: 1.

  • Page 23: Chapter 2 Upgrade To Two System Boxes

    Upgrade to Two System Boxes This chapter discusses the requirements and procedures for upgrading an AlphaServer GS160 from one system box to two system boxes. To upgrade a one system box GS160 system to a two or more system-box system, you must remove the distribution board assembly and replace it with a hierarchical switch.

  • Page 24: Removing The Distribution Board Assembly

    Removing the Distribution Board Assembly Remove the distribution board assembly as shown in Figure 2–1 and Figure 2–2. Figure 2–1 Removing the Distribution Board Assembly (1) (Rear View) MR0003 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 25 Remove the distribution board assembly as follows: 1. Remove EMI covers from front and rear of the blue system box 2. Loosen the two captive screws holding the EMI cover to the distribution board assembly and remove the assembly EMI cover 3.
  • Page 26 Figure 2– 2 Removing the Distribution Board Assembly (2) (Rear View) MR0004 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 27: Installing The Hierarchical Switch

    Installing the Hierarchical Switch Figure 2– 3 shows how to install the H-switch. Figure 2– 3 Installing the Hierarchical Switch Special long screwdriver required. Included in toolkit (70-40120-01) (Right Side) MR0009 Upgrade to Two System Boxes...
  • Page 28 CSB cable CAUTION: Always wear an antistatic wrist strap when working on the system. Wrist wraps are located on the front and rear doors of system cabinet 1 and on the rear door of the power cabinet. AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 29: Connecting The Clock Cables

    Connecting the Clock Cables Connect the clock cables as shown in Figure 2– 4. Figure 2– 4 Connecting the Clock Cables Clock CABLE 2 Splitter Module QBB2 Green CABLE 3 Clock Splitter Module QBB3 CABLE 3 Clock CABLE 0 Splitter Module QBB0 Blue...
  • Page 30 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the green system box, connecting the clock cables “ 2” and “ 3” to the clock modules of the rear and the front quadrants, respectively. You have now made the clock splitter module connections. AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 31: Connecting The Power Cables

    Connecting the Power Cables Connect the power cables as shown in Figure 2– 5. Figure 2– 5 Connecting the Power Cables Blue System Box Green System Box MR0008 Connect the power cables as follows: 1. Connect the power cable to the backplane in the rear of the blue system box.

  • Page 32: Connecting The Global Port Cables

    Each global port module has two connectors. Attach the global port module connectors as shown in Figure 2– 6. Figure 2– 6 Connecting the Global Port Cables Left Side Global Port Modules B4181 (Front Module) B4180 (Rear Module) MR0007 2-10 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 33 There are two global port modules on each system box. Each global port module has two connectors, “ A” and “ B” . “ A” connectors on the “ A” cables connect to “ A” connectors on the global modules and the “ B” connectors on the global port cables connect to the “...

  • Page 34: Connecting Grd Cables And The Csb Cable

    Connecting GRD Cables and the CSB Cable Attach the ground cables and the CSB cable as shown in Figure 2– 7. Figure 2– 7 Connecting Ground Cables H-switch Left Side MR0010 2-12 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 35 Attach the ground cables and the CSB cable as shown in Figure 2–7: 1. Attach the ground cables to the system cabinets using existing screws on the H-switch. 2. Connect the CSB cable to the H-switch Upgrade to Two System Boxes 2-13...

  • Page 36: I/O Hose Connections

    I/O Hose Connections Connect the hose cables from the local I/O riser ports to the remote risers in the PCI boxes. Figure 2– 8 I/O Hose Connections I/O PORT LOCATIONS QBB (FRONT) QBB (REAR) J-15 J-14 PK1283 2-14 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 37 Connect the hose cables from the local I/O riser ports to the remote risers in the PCI boxes. Figure 2–8 shows typical connections of I/O hoses between the local I/O riser ports and the remote risers in the PCI box. Note that Port 0 (or Port 2) is connected to J14 on the PCI box and Port 1 (or Port 3) is connected to J15.

  • Page 38: Preparing System For Booting

    Replace the service cover on the H-switch and make DC power and signal cable connections (Figure 2– 9). Power up the system and set the serial number at the SRM prompt. Figure 2– 9 DC Power and Signal Connections MR0005 2-16 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 39 The procedures for powering up and booting the system are detailed in the AlphaServer GS80/160/320 User’s Guide, AlphaServer GS80/160/320 Service Manual, and the AlphaServer GS160/320 Installation Guide. NOTE: Following the completion of the system upgrade use the SRM set system serial command to set the system serial number.

  • Page 41: Chapter 3 Upgrade To Two System Cabinets

    Chapter 3 Upgrade to Two System Cabinets This chapter describes how to upgrade a GS160 system to a GS320 system. Prior to the upgrade, consult the AlphaServer GS80/160/320 Site Preparation manual to ensure that appropriate measures are taken for the desired system expansion.

  • Page 42: Alphaserver Gs320 System

    The basic AlphaServer GS320 system is contained in three cabinets: power cabinet; system cabinet 1; system cabinet 2. Figure 3–1 shows a basic AlphaServer GS320 system. Figure 3–1 AlphaServer GS320 System System Cabinet 2 System Cabinet 1 Power Cabinet PK1522 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 43 The GS320 system consists of two system cabinets (system cabinet 1 and system cabinet 2) and a power cabinet. The power cabinet contains the operator control panel, up to four power subracks (one power subrack for each system box), up to eight AC input boxes (two per system box) with power supplies, a 14-slot PCI box assembly (BA54A), and a PCI box mounting and accessory kit (CK-BA54A).

  • Page 44: System Cabinet 2

    System Cabinet 2 Figure 3–2 shows system cabinet 2. It is similar to system cabinet 1. It contains a blower and can accommodate two system boxes. Figure 3–2 System Cabinet 2 Assembly (H9A21-BA) Shipping Support Brackets PK-0538-99 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 45 System cabinet 2 is similar to system cabinet 1. It contains up to two system boxes. It is joined to system cabinet 1 to expand the system configuration from two system boxes to three or four system boxes. Refer to the Illustrated Parts Breakdown (EK-GS320-IP) for system cabinet parts.

  • Page 46: Upgrading Gs160 To Gs320

    Table 3–1 Joining Kits Required for Installation Joining Kit Part Number 70-40120-01 Power cabinet to system cabinet 1 (part of power cabinet assembly) System cabinet 2 to system cabinet 1 70-40121-01 70-40120-02 Expander cabinet to power or system cabinet AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 47 System cabinet 2 is joined to system cabinet 1. Certain preparations need to be made before joining system cabinet 2 to the existing system. Before you start any installation procedure: 1. Ensure that the site is properly prepared for expansion of the system. Refer to the AlphaServer GS80/160/320 Site Preparation manual for spatial guidance, system specifications, and power requirements.

  • Page 48: Preparing System Cabinet 1 For Joining

    3.3.1 Preparing System Cabinet 1 for Joining Figure 3–3 shows how to prepare system cabinet 1 for joining. Figure 3–3 Preparing System Cabinet 1 for Joining H-switch Front PK-0522-99 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 49 Position system cabinet 1 at the predetermined location. Lower the corner leveling feet on system cabinet 1 until the system cabinet is anchored and the casters are free to rotate. Release the tie wraps on the CSB cable and hose cables that are coiled and attached to the sides of system cabinets for later routing.

  • Page 50: Preparing System Cabinet 2 For Joining

    3.3.2 Preparing System Cabinet 2 for Joining Figure 3– 4 shows how to prepare system cabinet 2 for joining. Figure 3– 4 Preparing System Cabinet 2 for Joining PK-0523-99 3-10 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 51 Prepare system cabinet 2 for joining. 1. Remove and discard the shipping brackets (front and rear) 2. Remove the blower . Remove the fastening screws at the front and rear of the system cabinet and disconnect the power cable harness. Pull the blower out from the front of the cabinet.

  • Page 52: Joining System Cabinet 2 To System Cabinet 1

    3.3.3 Joining System Cabinet 2 to System Cabinet 1 Figure 3– 5 shows how to join system cabinet 2 to system cabinet 1. Figure 3– 5 Joining System Cabinet 2 to System Cabinet 1 PK-0524-99 3-12 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 53 Join system cabinet 2 to system cabinet 1. 1. Position system cabinet 2 to the left of system cabinet 1. Note the taper pins on system cabinet 2 and the corresponding alignment holes on system cabinet 1 2. With the front of the system cabinet bases aligned, roll system cabinet 2 toward system cabinet 1 until there is a minimum separation between the frames 3.
  • Page 54 Figure 3– 6 Cable Connections to the Hierarchical Switch (1) H-switch System Box (Global Port) System Box (Clock) (Right Side) PK1270 11. Rotate the hierarchical switch toward the system boxes and reattach the H-switch to the system cabinet frame. Install the H-switch covers. 3-14 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 55 Figure 3– 7 Cable Connections to the Hierarchical Switch (2) H-switch (Left Side) PK1271 12. Remove and discard the filler plate from the right side of the H-switch bottom. Install plenum to the H-switch (Figure 3–8) using the filler plate mounting screw.

  • Page 56: External Cable Connections

    Figure 3– 8 External Cable Connections Orange Brown PK1272 15. Connect the CSB cable (Figure 3–9) from the H-switch (if the H-switch has been installed during the current upgrade) to the CSB adapter and terminator on the power cabinet. 3-16 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 57: Csb And Ground Connections

    16. Connect the system ground wire (Figure 3–9) from the power cabinet to the system cabinet as follows: remove the M5 Phillips screw from the system cabinet, attach the loose end of the ground wire, and secure it to the system cabinet with the screw.

  • Page 58: I/O Hose Connections

    Port 0 (or Port 2) is connected to J14 on the PCI box and Port 1 (or Port 3) is connected to J15. Figure 3– 10 I/O Hose Connections I/O PORT LOCATIONS QBB (FRONT) QBB (REAR) J-15 J-14 PK1283 3-18 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 59 Labels on the I/O hoses indicate the I/O port and the QBB to which they should be connected. Table 3–2 gives the label codes on the I/O hoses for system cabinet 2. Refer to Chapter 2 for I/O hose labels for system cabinet 1. Table 3–...

  • Page 60: Preparing System For Booting

    Figure 3– 11 DC Power and Signal Connections Distribution Panel System Connections Connections 17-04713-02 (To System Box 4) 17-04713-02 (To System Box 3) 17-04713-01 17-04713-01 (PANEL 1) 17-04711-01 17-04711-01 17-04711-02 17-04711-02 17-04715-01 (PANEL 2) 17-04715-01 MR0011 3-20 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 61 The procedures for powering up and booting the system are detailed in the AlphaServer GS80/160/320 User’s Guide, AlphaServer GS80/160/320 Service Manual, and the AlphaServer GS160/320 Installation Guide. NOTE: Following the completion of the system upgrade, use the SRM set system serial command to set the system serial number.

  • Page 63: Chapter 4 System Power-Up

    Chapter 4 System Power-Up This chapter tells how to power up the system and what happens upon power-up. Sections include: • Control Panel Keyswitch • Installing the System Management Console • Powering Up the System • Q-Vet Verification Check the power-up display for the new configuration of the system. System Power-Up...

  • Page 64: Control Panel Keyswitch

    Control Panel Keyswitch The operator control panel (OCP) keyswitch has three positions: Off, On, and Secure. Figure 4–1 shows the OCP keyswitch. Figure 4–1 Operator Control Panel Secure PK-0621A-99 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 65: Keyswitch Functions On The Control Panel

    Table 4–1 explains the functions selected by the keyswitch. Table 4–1 Keyswitch Functions on the Control Panel Keyswitch Position Function System is powered off and cannot be powered on remotely. System is powered on and can be remotely powered on or powered off. Secure System is powered on and cannot be remotely powered on or off.

  • Page 66: Installing The System Management Console

    CPUs. Due to the large mass of the system, condensation may occur during transfer from a cold to a warm environment. Allow time for the condensation to evaporate com- pletely. DO NOT power the system up if you notice any indication of condensation. AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 67: Powering Up The System

    Powering Up the System To power up the system, first turn the circuit breakers in all cabinets on, then set the keyswitch on the OCP to the On position. Example 4– 1 shows a sample console display on power-up. See the AlphaServer GS80/160/320 Service Manual or the AlphaServer GS80/160/320 User’s Guide for explanations of the power-up display.
  • Page 68 QBB1 now Testing Step-3 QBB2 now Testing Step-3 QBB3 now Testing Step-3.. QBB0 now Testing Step-5 QBB1 now Testing Step-5 QBB2 now Testing Step-4 QBB3 now Testing Step-4 QBB2 Step(s)-4 5 Tested QBB3 Step(s)-4 5 Tested Phase 1 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 69 QBB0 IO_MAP0: 0000A0C001333333 QBB1 IO_MAP1: 0000A1C101333333 QBB2 IO_MAP2: 0000000000000003 QBB3 IO_MAP3: 0000000000000003 ~I~ QbbConf(gp/io/c/m)=0000bbff Assign=0f SQbb0=00 PQbb=00 SoftQbbId=0000ba98 ~I~ SysConfig: 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 07 1f 07 9f 37 3f 37 9f SCM_E0> . QBB0 now Testing Step-7 QBB1 Step(s)-5 6 Tested QBB2 Step(s)-5 6...
  • Page 70 System Primary QBB0 : 0 System Primary CPU : 0 on QBB0 Par hrd/csb CPU IOR3 IOR2 IOR1 IOR0 Dir PS Temp QBB# 3210 3210 (pci_box.rio) Mod BP Mod 321 (:C) 0/30 PPPP P--P --.- --.- P0.1 P0.0 28.0 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 71 1/31 PPPP --PP --.- --.- P1.1 P1.0 32.0 2/32 PPPP P--P --.- --.- --.- --.- 29.0 3/33 PPPP ---P --.- --.- --.- --.- 30.0 HSwitch Type Cables 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Temp(:C) HPM40 4-port - - - - P P P P 32.0 PCI Rise1-1 Rise1-0...
  • Page 72 CPU 1 initialized idle PCB initializing idle process PID lowering IPL CPU 1 speed is 731 MHz create powerup starting console on CPU 2 initialized idle PCB initializing idle process PID lowering IPL 4-10 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 73 CPU 2 speed is 731 MHz create powerup starting console on CPU 3 initialized idle PCB initializing idle process PID lowering IPL CPU 3 speed is 731 MHz create powerup starting console on CPU 4 initialized idle PCB initializing idle process PID lowering IPL CPU 4 speed is 731 MHz create powerup...
  • Page 74 CPU 15 speed is 731 MHz create powerup initializing GCT/FRU at 1fc000 initializing pka pkb pkc ewa dqa dqb environment variable mopv3_boot created version V5.8-4667 May 4 2000 02:24:27 AlphaServer Console V5.8-4667, built on May 4 2000 at 02:24:27 P00>>> 4-12 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 75 The SRM console prompt (P00>>>) is displayed at the end of power-up. This completes the power-up initialization/testing sequence. The operating system can be installed from the SRM console prompt. Follow instructions given in the AlphaServer GS80/160/320 User’s Guide to: • Set boot options •...

  • Page 76: Q-Vet Verification

    Q-Vet IVP scripts use Read Only and/or File I/O to test hard drives. Floppy and tape drives are always write tested and should have scratch media installed. Q-Vet must be de-installed upon completion of system verification. 4-14 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 77 Swap or Pagefile Space The system must have adequate swap space (on Tru64 UNIX) or pagefile space (on OpenVMS) for proper Q-Vet operation. You can set this up either before or after Q-Vet installation. During initialization, Q-Vet will display a message indicating the minimum amount of swap/pagefile needed, if it determines that the system does not have enough.

  • Page 78: Installing Q-Vet

    If you do not, you may have trouble running Q-Vet. After the installation completes, you should delete the output directory with rm -r output. You can also delete the kit tar file. 8. You must reboot the system before starting Q-Vet. 4-16 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 79 9. On reboot you can start Q-Vet GUI via vet& or you can run non GUI (command line) via vet –nw. OpenVMS 1. Delete any QVETAXPxxx.A or QVETAXPxxx.EXE file from the current directory. 2. Copy the self-extracting kit image file (QVETAXPxxx.EXE) to the current directory.

  • Page 80: Running Q-Vet

    2. Click the Start All button to begin IVP testing. > vet -nw Command-Line Q-Vet_setup> execute .Ivp.scp Interface Q-Vet_setup> start Note that there is a "." in front of the script name, and that commands are case sensitive. 4-18 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 81 OpenVMS Graphical Interface 1. From the Main Menu, select IVP, Load Script and select Long IVP (the IVP tests will then load into the Q-Vet process window). 2. Click the Start All button to begin IVP testing. $ vet /int=char Command-Line Q-Vet_setup>...

  • Page 82: Reviewing Results Of The Q-Vet Run

    Analyze” It is recommended that you run Compaq Analyze to review test results. The testing times (for use with Compaq Analyze) are printed to the Q-Vet run window and are available in the summary log. 4-20 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 83: Installing Q-Vet

    4.4.4 De-Installing Q-Vet The procedures for de-installation of Q-Vet differ between operating systems. You must de-install Q-Vet from each partition in the system. Failure to do so may result in the loss of customer data at a later date if Q-Vet is misused. Follow the instructions listed under your operating system to de-install Q-Vet from a partition.

  • Page 85: Chapter 5 Upgrade Component Installation

    Chapter 5 Upgrade Component Installation This chapter gives installation procedures for the following components: • PCI Box • System Box • CPU Module • Power Subrack • Power Supply • AC Input Box Procedures are applicable for the installation of the component in any location. Configuration rules and component locations for the expander cabinet are given at the end of the chapter.

  • Page 86: Installing A Pci Box

    Installing a PCI Box Unpack the shipping box and note its contents. Figure 5–1 shows the PCI box. Figure 5–1 PCI Box Rear View Front View J-15 J-14 J-13 J-12 J-11 J-10 PK-0517-99 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 87: Pci Box Mounting Hardware

    The shipping box contains the following items: PCI box (BA54A-AA) Mounting hardware kit (CK-BA54A-AA) Table 5–1 lists the items in the PCI box mounting hardware (CK-BA54A-AA). Table 5–1 PCI Box Mounting Hardware Part Number Description CK-BA54A-AA 70-33596-01 Latch assembly 74-53016-01 Plate, strike 74-52544-01 Through cable...

  • Page 88: Preparing The Pci Box For Installation

    5.1.1 Preparing the PCI Box for Installation Figure 5–2 shows how to prepare the PCI box for installation. Figure 5–2 Preparing the PCI Box for Installation PK-0558-99 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 89 Prepare the PCI box for installation as follows: 1. Slide the outer track of the mounting rail assembly of the PCI box all the way out. Press on the retaining lever to release the outer track from the assembly. 2. Repeat step 1 on the other side of the PCI box. The next step is to mount the outer tracks to the cabinet rails.

  • Page 90: Preparing The Cabinet For Pci Box Installation

    5.1.2 Preparing the Cabinet for PCI Box Installation Figure 5–3 shows how to prepare the cabinet for the PCI box installation. Figure 5–3 Preparing the Cabinet for Installation Rear Front Shipping Bracket PK-0559-99 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 91 Prepare the cabinet for installation as follows: 1. Select the location in the power cabinet or the expander cabinet where the PCI box is to be installed (see 5.7). Chapter 3 discusses the configuration rules for each system and shows assigned component locations with cabinet rail hole numbers to be used for each location.

  • Page 92: Installing The Pci Box And Making Cable Connections

    Installing the PCI Box and Making Cable Connections Install the PCI box and make the cable connections. Figure 5– 4 shows how to connect the PCI box power cable and module cables. Figure 5– 4 Cable Connections of the PCI Box PK-0560-99 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 93 CAUTION: Proper alignment during the insertion of the PCI box in the cabinet is critical. Two people are needed to lift the PCI box and slide it gently into the ball bearing track. Any mishandling or misalignment at this stage could damage the hardware and result in jamming.
  • Page 94 J1 for a single-box system and to J7 of the first AC input box (Figure 5–5). If there is redundant power, then attach J2 to J8. Attach the console serial bus (CSB) cable to the J9 connector on the PCI box. 5-10 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 95: Power And Csb Connectors On Pci Box And Ac Input Box

    Figure 5– 5 Power and CSB Connectors on PCI Box and AC Input Box (Rear View) (Front View) J-15 J-14 J-13 J-12 J-11 J-10 J-1 J-3 J-5 J-7 J-9 J-11 J-13 J-15 J-2 J-4 J-6 J-8 J-10 J-12 J-14 J-16 J-16 J-18 J-10 J-15...

  • Page 96: Installing A System Box

    Installing a System Box The procedure for installing a system box is the same for all upgrades. Figure 5– 6 shows the installation of a system box. Figure 5– 6 Installing a System Box PK-0562-99 5-12 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 97 Install the system box as follows: 1. Unscrew and remove the shipping brackets (painted red) from the system cabinet and power cabinet. 2. Unpack the shipping box. The shipping box contains the system box, mounting brackets, and an installation kit. 3.

  • Page 98: Making System Box Cable Connections

    After installing the system box, you must make two classes of cable connections: 1) system cabinet to power cabinet connections; 2) console serial bus (CSB) connections. Figure 5– 7 and Figure 5– 8 show these cable connections. Figure 5– 7 System to Power Cabinet Connections PK-0564-99 5-14 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 99: Console Serial Bus And I/O Connections

    System Cabinet to Power Cabinet Cabling (Figure 5– 7) • Connect system box power cable • Connect system box signal cable • Connect blower cable . Note that the blower cable splits into two connectors on the power cabinet side. Console Serial Bus and I/O Cabling (Figure 5–...

  • Page 100: Installing A Cpu Module

    Refer to Figure 5– 9 and follow the procedure outlined next to install a CPU module. Figure 5– 9 Installing a CPU Module For Module Installation, Align Module Color to Frame Color, as Shown Latch Detail CORRECT INCORRECT PK2223A 5-16 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 101 The unoccupied slot is covered with a filler. First remove the filler from the selected slot, then proceed to install the module as follows: 1. Check the firmware revisions and update, if necessary. See Appendix A. 2. Ensure that the color code of the CPU module matches the color code of the slot.

  • Page 102: Installing A Power Subrack

    Installing a Power Subrack The procedure for installing a power subrack is the same for all upgrades. Figure 5– 10 shows a power subrack. Figure 5– 10 Power Subrack PK-0531-99 5-18 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 103: Locations Of The Power Subracks

    The shipping box of the power subrack assembly contains the following items: • Subrack power supply assembly • Two base support brackets, right-hand and left-hand • Mounting kit hardware consisting of two M6 screws, six M5 screws, and four M6 nuts The installation areas are color-coded in the same manner as the associated system boxes.

  • Page 104: Installing Power Subrack Into Cabinet

    5.5.1 Installing Power Subrack into Cabinet Figure 5– 11 shows how to install a power subrack into the cabinet. Figure 5– 11 Installing a Power Subrack into the Cabinet PK-0543-99 5-20 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 105 Install the power subrack into the cabinet as follows: 1. Insert the screw on the left-hand base support bracket (74-52913-01) through the appropriate hole on the left-hand rail of the cabinet front (see Table 5–2) so that the bracket is inside the cabinet and the three securing holes are lined up with the cabinet rail holes.

  • Page 106: Connecting Cables To The System Box

    Then connect the system cable connectors to their counterparts from the power subrack on the power distribution panel. Figure 5– 12 Power Subrack Cabling Typical Cabling Diagram (Power Subrack, Distribution Panel, OCP, and AC inlet) PK-0571-99 5-22 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 107: Connecting Power Subrack To Power Distribution Panel

    5.5.3 Connecting Power Subrack to Power Distribution Panel Figure 5– 13 Cable Connections to the Power Distribution Panel To Power Distribution Panel PK-0544-99 Upgrade Component Installation 5-23...
  • Page 108 Fasten the connector with two screws . Make sure the orientation of the cable is correct. 5-24 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 109: Cable Connections From System Box

    Figure 5– 14 Cable Connections from System Box PK-0564-99 Upgrade Component Installation 5-25...
  • Page 110 4. Connect the OCP signal cable already hanging (see Figure 5–15) to the power subrack. There is one OCP connector on the cable for each power subrack. You have now completed the cable connections to the system box. 5-26 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 111: Connecting Cables To The Ac Input Box

    5.5.4 Connecting Cables to the AC Input Box Figure 5– 15 shows how to make connections to the AC input box. Figure 5– 15 Cable Connections to the AC Input Box PK-0534-99 Upgrade Component Installation 5-27...
  • Page 112 2. The power cords are of different lengths. Connect the longest cord to the left connector, the mid-length cord to the middle connector, and the shortest cord to the right connector You have now completed the cable connections to the AC input box. 5-28 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 113: Installing A Power Supply

    5.5.5 Installing a Power Supply Figure 5– 16 shows how to install a power supply. Figure 5– 16 Power Supply Installation PK-0535-99 Upgrade Component Installation 5-29...

  • Page 114: Power Supply Placements

    Figure 5– 17 Power Supply Placements Power Blue Cabinet Bulkhead Power Subrack Green Power Subrack Power Orange Cabinet Bulkhead Power Subrack Brown Power Subrack AC Input 2 AC Input 1 indicates redundant power supply slot. PK-0624-99 5-30 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 115 1. Place the power supply onto the power subrack and push it in until firmly engaged 2. Tighten the two front screws on the power supply to connect it firmly to the power subrack You have now completed the installation of a power subrack. Upgrade Component Installation 5-31...

  • Page 116: Installing An Ac Input Box

    Installing an AC Input Box Figure 5– 18 shows how to install an AC input box. Figure 5– 18 AC Input Box Installation PK-0577-99 5-32 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 117 A system with one system box requires one AC input box. A system with more than one system box requires two AC input boxes. Systems with four system boxes may require a third AC input box, depending on the configuration. Install an AC input box as follows: 1.

  • Page 118: Expander Cabinet Configurations

    BA54A PCI (1) BA54A PCI (1) BA54A PCI (1) Mem. Ch. (2) Mem. Ch. (2) Mem. Ch. (2) Mem. Ch. (2) Mem. Ch. (1) Mem. Ch. (1) Mem. Ch. (1) Mem. Ch. (1) Default Configuration PK0547-00 5-34 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 119: Configurations Based On The Storageworks Device

    The expander cabinet is used for additional PCI boxes and storage devices. In addition, the expander cabinet holds two memory channel adapters for the PCI boxes. The expander cabinet is shipped with a default configuration but can be built to order as shown by other configurations. Figure 5–19, Figure 5–20, and Figure 5–21 show the various configurations available for the expander cabinet and the placement order of the I/O devices.

  • Page 120: Mounting Locations For The Starlight Storage Device

    ("U" 9) ("U" 8) Use DS-SE2UK-RM Use DS-SE2UK-RM Starlight ("U" 7) Mounting Hardw are Mounting Hardw to Mount Units in to Mount Units in ("U" 6) Designated "U" Designated "U" ("U" 5) Locations Locations PK0549-00 5-36 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 121: Mounting Locations For The Storageworks Storage Device

    Figure 5– 22 Mounting Locations for the StorageWorks Storage Device BA356 - Hole Locations Front Rails BA356 BA356 BA356 BA356 BA356 BA356 BA356 BA356 (Use BA35X-RK (Use BA35X-RK Mounting Hardw are) Mounting Hardw PK0550-00 Upgrade Component Installation 5-37...

  • Page 122: Pci Box

    (35) (35) PCI Box (34) (33) (32 ) (32) (Location for single unit) (30) (29) (27) (26) CSB Mounting Holes CSB Mounting Holes . (Mounts on Rear/Right Rail Only). (Mounts on Rear/Right Rail Only). PK0552-00 5-38 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 123: Mounting Locations For The Memory Channel

    Figure 5– 24 Mounting Locations for the Memory Channel Memory Channel - Hole Locations Front Rails Rear Rails Memory Channel (29) (27) (27) (26) (26) (25) (25) Memory Channel (14) (12) (12) (11) (11) (10) (10) Use Memor Use Memor y Channel 2 y Channel 2 Rac kmount Kit 2T kmount Kit 2T -MA...

  • Page 125: Appendix A Upgrades Using B4166 And B4168 Cpus

    Appendix A Upgrades Using B4166 and B4168 CPUs Upgrading original systems depends upon whether the customer decides to retain the older, slightly slower CPUs or not. There are three types of upgrades: • Adding CPUs to a (black) system that always had B4166 CPUs. See Section 5.4. •...

  • Page 126: A.1 Upgrades Retaining Older Cpus

    9.0 ns, and the CPUs are in a system box with duplicate tag support of the 16-MB cache. If the system box duplicate tag supports an 8-MB cache, then 8 of the 16 Mbytes of B-cache on the CPU are used. A-2 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 127: Comparison Of System Boxes

    Table A–1 Comparison of CPUs (Continued) CPU Part B-cache Speed Number Size in MHz Comments B4168 Uses 4 of 1148 The B4168 runs at this speed when placed in a QBB its 16 MB that supports only 4 Mbytes of B-cache, when all CPUs B-cache in the system are B4168 or B4166, and the clock runs at 9.0 ns.
  • Page 128 CPU. See Table A–1. 5. The B4166 CPU requires that the SRM console and microprocessor firmware be at V6.0-514 or higher. 6. The B4168 CPU requires that the SRM console and microprocessor firmware be at V6.3 or higher. A-4 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 129: A.2 Upgrades Replacing Older Cpus

    A.2 Upgrades Replacing Older CPUs These upgrades consist of updating the firmware, replacing old CPUs, old system box(es), and changing the speed of the system clock. A.2.1 Firmware Requirements Before replacing anything, upgrade the system firmware to V6.0-514 or a later revision if you are installing B4166 CPUs, or to V6.3 or a later revision if installing B4168 CPUs.
  • Page 130 Issue the SRM power off command. Once the micros and the SRM console are updated and the system is powered off, place the main AC circuit breaker(s) in the Off position. A-6 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 131: System Box Removal And Replacement

    A.2.2 System Box Removal and Replacement If a QBB backplane requires replacement, the system box is replaced. This procedure requires two people. Figure A– 1 System Box Removal PK1240 Upgrades Using B4166 and B4168 CPUs...
  • Page 132 Once the new system box is in place, transfer all the modules from the ESD mats to the new system box except the CPUs and global port modules (these modules are being replaced). A-8 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 133: Cpu Replacement

    A.2.3 CPU Replacement As part of the system box replacement, replace the old B4125 CPUs with the new B4166 or B4168 CPUs. CAUTION: The B4180-BD and B4181-BD global ports are required for the BA51A-BA system box and 8-Mbyte B-cache support. The B4180-BE and B4181-BE global ports are required for the BA51A-DA system box and 16-Mbyte B-cache support.

  • Page 134: A.3 Dealing With The System Clock

    Two switch packs on the clock module control the clock frequency. If no B4125 CPUs are in the system, the clock can run at the faster speed (9.0 ns). Figure A– 2 System Clock Switch Packs 52.2 MHz/9.6 ns 55.6 MHz/9.0 ns PK3247 A-10 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 135 The switch packs on the master clock control the speed of the system. When B4125 CPUs are in the system, the clock runs at 9.6 ns. To set the system speed to 9.0 ns, access the clock module and change the switches. Clock Module Access 1.

  • Page 136: H-Switch Clock Module

    H-switch Clock Module AC power must be off when removing the clock. The module is located above the H-switch in the upper left side of the H-switch housing. Figure A– 3 H-switch Clock Module Removal PK2200 A-12 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 137 Removal 1. Remove the EMI covers from the left side of the H-switch. 2. Remove the upper H-switch power supply. The clock module is now exposed. 3. Unplug all coax cables connected to the module making sure that the QBB ID labels are secure.

  • Page 138: B4168 Compatibility Switch

    As viewed here, the switch would be set to the left for 1224/1001 MHz speeds; this is the default position. When set to the right, the switch allows the module to operate with a B4125 module running at 731 MHz. A-14 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...

  • Page 139: A.4 Verification

    A.4 Verification When you power up the system, check that the SCM correctly maps the QBBs in the system. Execute the SRM set sys_serial_num command. Run Q-Vet/IVP (see Section 4.4). Upgrades Using B4166 and B4168 CPUs A-15...

  • Page 140: A.5 Replacing The System Cosmetics

    A.5 Replacing the System Cosmetics When systems are completely upgraded (when B4125 CPUs are replaced), they may also receive new black doors and panels. Figure A– 5 GS320 Cabinets PK3246 A-16 AlphaServer GS160/320 Upgrade Manual...
  • Page 141 Door Removal Open the door. On front doors remove the screw at the cabinet end of the ground strap. If the door contains the OCP, disconnect all cables to it. If the door has a service pouch on it, remove it and place it inside the cabinet. Remove the outer screw of the upper bracket holding the door to the frame.
  • Page 143 AC input box, 5-8 Configurations, expander cabinet, 5-34 connections, 5-27 Connections installation, 5-32 I/O hose, 2-14 AlphaServer GS160 system Connections, I/O, 3-18 two system boxes, 1-6 Control panel keyswitch, 4-1, 4-2 AlphaServer GS320 system CPU comparisons, A-2 four system boxes, 1-7...
  • Page 144 I/O hose labels, 3-19 installation, 5-18 Installation locations, 5-19 AC input box, 5-32 power distribution panel connections, PCI box, 5-2 5-23 power subrack, 5-18 system box connections, 5-22 power supplies, 5-29 Power supply system box, 5-12 installation, 5-30 Installing CPU module, 5-16 placements, 5-30 Installing Q-Vet, 4-16 Power-up, 4-5...

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