Preparing For Installation; Audience; Documentation Resources; Kit Contents - HP 489183-B21 - InfiniBand DDR Switch Installation Manual

1 Preparing for Installation

1.1 Audience

This document is intended for HP service representatives and other persons trained to install
hardware options in HP BladeSystem configurations. Such persons are expected to understand
the hazards of working in this environment and to take suitable precautions to minimize danger
to themselves and others.

1.2 Documentation Resources

You can download the documentation for components referenced in this installation guide from
the HP BladeSystem Technical Resources website:
http://h71028.www7.hp.com/enterprise/cache/499697-0-0-0-121.html
Check the HP BladeSystem Technical Resources website frequently for updates.

1.3 Kit Contents

The kit contains the following items:
• An HP BLc 4X DDR InfiniBand Gen 2 Switch (489183–B21) for HP c-Class BladeSystems
(see Figure
• This hardware installation document
• Warranty documentation
Note:
This kit does not include a subnet manager, the InfiniBand cables, or the cable management
bracket. You must install a subnet manager on a host node or install an internally managed
InfiniBand interconnect to manage the InfiniBand fabric. You must also order the InfiniBand
cables and the cable management bracket separately.
Figure 1-1 HP BLc 4X DDR InfiniBand Gen 2 Switch

1.4 Additional Information

Mezzanine HCA installation determines interconnect bay assignments for switch installation.
For more information on the association between the mezzanine connector and the interconnect
bays, see the following documents under Mezzanine-to-Interconnect Mappings on the HP
BladeSystem Technical Resources website:
• HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure Setup and Installation Guide:
http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c00698286/c00698286.pdf
• HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure Setup and Installation Guide:
http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01167165/c01167165.pdf
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