Netserver Hardware Setup; Install Components - HP D5970A - NetServer - LCII Configuration Manual

2 NetServer Hardware Setup

When HP NetServers are shipped from the factory, they are configured for stand-alone operation. The first
step in creating a cluster is to install additional hardware that allows the HP NetServers to:
Share data
Communicate with one another
Communicate with the LAN
CAUTION
Installing hardware requires opening the HP NetServers. HP therefore, recommends
using a grounding kit. See part "1 What's Needed" for details. The kit contains a wrist
strap, anti-static mat, and cable.

Install Components

NOTE
Perform the following procedure on either HP NetServer first, and then repeat the
procedure for the second NetServer.
1. Gather the required hardware components for the HP NetServers and separate the components into two
systems.
2. Remove the HP NetServer cover(s).
3. Install any of the following types of components that were supplied with your HP NetServers using the
instructions supplied with each component. If needed, refer to HP Information Assistant for additional
instructions:
Processors. If additional processors were supplied with your HP NetServers install them at this time.
Main Memory. Cluster operations require a minimum amount of main memory (RAM). Typically
you do not need to add memory to your HP NetServers. However, if additional memory is required,
it will be identified by the HP Order Assistant program and will be supplied. Install any additional
memory that has been provided with your order. See the Configuration Guide for your cluster
configuration and check that you meet the minimum memory requirements.
LAN Adapters. Install two LAN adapters in each HP NetServer. Refer to the HP NetServer
Configuration Guide for your cluster and install the adapters in the PCI slots stated in the guide. If
other boards are installed in these slots, remove them and install them in other slots.
Internal Disks. If provided install the local storage drives (fixed or hot swap) into the HP
NetServers.
Local Storage Adapter. This adapter provides the interface to the local storage of the node. See
the Configuration Guide for your cluster configuration for the PCI slot to use.
Host Bus (Shared Storage) Adapters. These adapters provide the interface to the Shared Storage
Systems and must be installed in specific PCI slots. See the Configuration Guide for your cluster
configuration for the HP NetServer PCI slots to use.
See instructions supplied with the component or see part "2 NetServer Hardware Setup" of
the Shared Storage Supplement for instructions on installing these adapters.
HP NetServer Installation Guide
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