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HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 Installation And Maintenance Manual
HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 Installation And Maintenance Manual

HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 Installation And Maintenance Manual

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HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 Server Installation and
Maintenance Guide
Part Number: 20-SVTY-380GEN11SIMG-ED1
Published: September 2024

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  • Page 1 HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 Server Installation and Maintenance Guide Part Number: 20-SVTY-380GEN11SIMG-ED1 Published: September 2024...
  • Page 2 All third-party marks are property of their respective owners. Support All documentation and knowledge base articles are available on HPE InfoSight at https://infosight.hpe.com. To register for HPE InfoSight, click the Sign up link on the HPE Sign In page. Email: support@nimblestorage.com...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Component identification....................5 Server components.........................................5 Front panel components.................................... 7 Back panel components....................................9 Specifications..........................................11 Vibration and shock....................................11 Agency compliance....................................11 Component upgrades.........................................11 Firmware revisions........................................11 Install the server components..................12 Electrostatic discharge......................................12 Shipping carton contents......................................12 Components not supplied in the shipping carton............................13 Rack requirements........................................
  • Page 4 Network cabling options....................35 10 GbE, 10/25 GbE, 100 GbE, or 200 GbE only network configuration..................35 Direct-connected network configuration................................36 Switch-connected network configuration...............................37 Appendix A: Support and other resources..............39...
  • Page 5: Component Identification

    This section provides an overview of the HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 server (components and specifications) configured for deployment into an HPE OmniStack federation. For complete information about the server, refer to the HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 documentation included with your server or available from the Customer Support (https://www.hpe.com/support/hpesc) website.
  • Page 6 HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen10 Plus RAID type family utilizes tiered storage consisting of RAID10/RAID10Triple and RAID5/ RAID6. RAID configuration depends on drives count and deployment time selection of Protection against drives failures. • 6, 8, 9, 12, and 16 drive configurations (1.92 TB and 3.84...
  • Page 7: Front Panel Components

    Remote server management iLO Integrated Lights-Out processor and network port for remote, out-of-band, web-based management. Front panel components The HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 front panel provides server controls, diagnostic indicators, video ports, USB connectors, and contains the data drives. Component identification...
  • Page 8 Callout Item Description Display Port Optional Front Display Port (via Universal Media Bay) Box 1 Box 1 shown with optional Universal Media Bay installed Box 2 Box 2 shown blank Quick access cover Provides access to internal components. UID button/LED •...
  • Page 9: Back Panel Components

    Support (https://www.hpe.com/ support/hpesc). NOTE: When the Power, Health, NIC status, and UID LEDs flash simultaneously, a power fault has occurred. For more information, see "Power fault LEDs" in the HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 Server User Guide. Back panel components Component identification...
  • Page 10 AC), 1600 W (240V AC), or 1800-2200 W (240V AC). Includes the option to use 1000W (100-240V AC) power supply where HPE power adviser recommendation yields power sizing just above 800W. Video port Use to connect a VGA monitor for local access.
  • Page 11: Specifications

    The server configured for deployment in a HPE OmniStack federation does not exceed the vibration and shock limit specifications for a fully-configured server. Agency compliance An HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 server, when configured for deployment in an HPE OmniStack federation, meets the same compliance standards as a standard HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 server. Component upgrades If you need to upgrade the server components, contact Customer Support (https://www.hpe.com/support/hpesc).
  • Page 12: Install The Server Components

    Install the server components This section contains the following topics: Electrostatic discharge • • Shipping carton contents • Components not supplied in the shipping carton Rack requirements • Rack installation guidelines • • Install the server in a rack • Connect the power cables •...
  • Page 13: Components Not Supplied In The Shipping Carton

    Part Description Rack-mounting hardware (optional) Contains the left and the right rails and detailed installation documentation. Cable Management Arm (CMA) kit (optional) Contains the CMA assembly and installation documentation. Printed documentation • Hardware Installation Quick Start • Configuration and Deployment Quick Start •...
  • Page 14: Rack Requirements

    Rack requirements Each server ships with rack-mounting hardware. The sliding rails allow you to fully extend the system out of the rack for service. CAUTION: See the Rack Installation Instructions supplied with the rack mount kit for safety and installation instructions.
  • Page 15: Connect The Power Cables

    Procedure 1. Install the left and right inner slide rails on the server: a. Position the keyhole rail cutouts over the lugs on the server sides. b. Slide the rails toward the rear of the server to lock them in place. 2.
  • Page 16: Federation Networks

    1. The SFP+/SFP28/QSFP28 ports below the middle expansion slots are OCP 3.0 NIC ports and provide high speed connectivity for the HPE OmniStack Federation and Storage networks when the appropriate OCP 3.0 x8 slot network adapter is selected. Management traffic can also be run through these connections on a separate VLAN if a gigabit network card is not selected.
  • Page 17: Organize The Cables

    For more information, see the CMA Installation Instructions supplied in the cable management kit. Power up the server Procedure 1. Go to the front of the system. HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 power and health indicators. Install the server components...
  • Page 18 2. Press the Power On/Standby button (callout 1) to power up the server. 3. Watch the health indicator (callout 2) on the front panel to make sure it changes from flashing green to steady green. NOTE: If an error occurs during server start-up, contact Customer Support (https://www.hpe.com/support/ hpesc).
  • Page 19: Configure The Ilo Port For Remote Management

    DHCP. NOTE: If you prefer to configure iLO at a later time, you can skip this task and deploy the server using Deployment Manager. See the HPE OmniStack for vSphere Deployment Guide for deployment instructions. Procedure Connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on the laptop to the iLO Ethernet port on the rear of the server.
  • Page 20: Connect To Ilo And Launch The Integrated Remote Console (Irc)

    You connect to iLO through a web browser to launch the Java Integrated Remote Console (Java IRC), which you use to manage each HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 server remotely. You can also configure server settings. NOTE: The Remote Console is compatible with different browsers and versions of Java. If you see errors while launching or using the Remote Console, you might need to try a different browser or Java version.
  • Page 21 4. Select Remote Console→Remote Console. 5. Click the appropriate launch link for your system. Configure the iLO port for remote management...
  • Page 22: Server Troubleshooting

    Diagnostic indicators The right side of the front panel on an HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 server provides diagnostic LEDs that indicate when the server is functioning properly and when a hardware-related error occurs. The indicators can help you correct problems before they affect service levels.
  • Page 23: Drive Monitoring

    The LEDs on the front of each drive indicate when a drive has failed or is failing. If a drive fails, contact Customer Support (https://www.hpe.com/support/hpesc) to obtain a replacement drive of the same type, size, and speed. NOTE: HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 platforms may have different drive orientations and form factors but in general use the same LED diagnostic codes.
  • Page 24 Item State Definition Fault/Locate Solid amber This drive has failed, is unsupported, or is invalid. Solid blue The drive is operating normally and being identified by a management application. Flashing amber/blue (1 flash The drive has failed, or a per second) predictive failure alert has been received for this drive.
  • Page 25 Firmware state Tree view Event example Alarm Failed Failed Physical drive HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 S0SDNEABC01131 at slot:1 Physical Drive Health State health state has changed Error from Healthy to Failed. HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 Drive Set 0 in the SSD...
  • Page 26: Front Drive Numbering

    The front drive boxes are numbered for identification purposes. The drive numbering sequence, which is reported by the hypervisor manager or HPE OmniStack CLI commands, enables you to identify a specific drive for troubleshooting. For information on the CLI commands, see the HPE OmniStack Command Reference Guide.
  • Page 27 Each power supply has a status LED that indicates whether power is present or whether a power fault has occurred. The status LED is located to the left of the red latch lever. Item Description Status Power On/Standby button and system •...
  • Page 28: Network Interface Monitoring

    Network interface monitoring An HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 server provides 10 GbE, 10/25 GbE, 100 GbE, 200 GbE and (optionally) 1 GbE network interfaces used for network communication and optional guest virtual machine networks.
  • Page 29 NOTE: For minimum configurations, you can use only the 10 GbE, 10/25 GbE, 100 GbE, or 200 GbE interfaces to provide a single redundant path for all three networks: Storage, Federation, and Management. However, you must use VLANs to separate the networks as described in the HPE OmniStack for vSphere Administrator Guide. Interface...
  • Page 30: Drive Maintenance

    Shut down VMs. • Migrate VMs to an alternate host. NOTE: You can use the LEDs to monitor the RAID rebuild status. For more information about how to complete the tasks, see the HPE OmniStack for vSphere Administrator Guide. Drive maintenance...
  • Page 31: Remove A Drive

    Remove a drive About this task You remove a solid state drive (SSD) that has failed, or is failing, to replace it with a new drive. Replace a problem drive as soon as possible. • Do not leave a drive slot empty. Do not remove a failed drive unless you have a replacement drive or blank carrier ready to install.
  • Page 32 • Read the guidelines for protecting components from electrostatic discharge. • Verified that no backup operations are running. Procedure 1. Carefully remove the replacement drive, or filler panel, from its packaging. 2. Hold the drive by the edge of the plastic drive carrier. 3.
  • Page 33: Power Supply Maintenance

    • Replace a power supply only with a power supply of the same type and wattage. Contact Customer Support (https:// www.hpe.com/support/hpesc) for replacement power supplies. Remove a power supply About this task You replace a failed, or failing, power supply as soon as possible.
  • Page 34: Install A Power Supply

    3. Disconnect the power cable from the power source and the power supply. 4. Push the red locking handle to the left and then gently pull the power supply handle to remove the power supply from the slot. Install a power supply About this task You install a power supply, or filler panel, to replace a failed or failing power supply.
  • Page 35: Network Cabling Options

    The minimum network configuration for a federation with two HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 servers uses redundant 10 GbE, 10/25 GbE, 100 GbE, or 200 GbE connections to two corresponding switches. It uses VLANs to separate the HPE OmniStack Storage, Federation, and Management networks. This configuration does not use the 1 GbE ports for the management network.
  • Page 36: Direct-Connected Network Configuration

    Administrator Guide. Direct-connected network configuration A direct-connected network configuration for a federation with two HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 servers uses the 10 GbE, 10/25 GbE, 100 GbE, or 200 GbE connections for the HPE OmniStack Storage and Federation networks. Redundant 1 GbE connections to 1 GbE switches provide the Management network.
  • Page 37: Switch-Connected Network Configuration

    The switch-connected network configuration for a federation with two HPE SimpliVity 380 Gen11 servers uses redundant connections to 10 GbE, 10/25 GbE, 100 GbE, or 200 GbE switches for the HPE OmniStack Storage and Federation networks. It uses redundant 1 GbE connections to 1 GbE switches for the Management network.
  • Page 38 • Connect the 10 GbE, 10/25 GbE, 100 GbE, or 200 GbE network interfaces to different corresponding switches. • Connect the 1 GbE network interfaces to different 1 GbE switches. Network cabling options...
  • Page 39: Appendix A: Support And Other Resources

    IMPORTANT: Access to some updates might require product entitlement when accessed through the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support Center. You must have an HPE Passport set up with relevant entitlements. Remote support Remote support is available with supported devices as part of your warranty or contractual support agreement. It...
  • Page 40 Hewlett Packard Enterprise is committed to providing our customers with information about the chemical substances in our products as needed to comply with legal requirements such as REACH (Regulation EC No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the Council). A chemical information report for this product can be found at: https://www.hpe.com/info/ reach For Hewlett Packard Enterprise product environmental and safety information and compliance data, including RoHS and REACH, see: https://www.hpe.com/info/ecodata...