Page 1 Setup and Installation Guide Part Number 307131-001 September 2002 (First Edition) Use this document to understand the Compaq ProLiant BL20p server blade capabilities, to identify system components and their functionality, to install and configure standard and optional hardware, and to troubleshoot the initial installation.
Page 2 All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies. Compaq 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: Table Of Contents
Pre-Failure Warranty ....................... 1-3 Security Features ......................1-3 Chapter 2 Installing the Server Blade and Options Preparation Procedures....................2-2 Accessing Internal Server Blade Components............2-2 Identifying System Board Components ..............2-6 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 4 Software and Utilities ....................3-14 ROM-Based Setup Utility ..................3-16 iLO ROM-Based Setup Utility................3-18 Option ROM Configuration for Arrays Utility ............3-19 Redundant ROM Support..................3-19 Remote ROM Flash....................3-20 ROMPaq Utility ......................3-21 Compaq Insight Manager 7 ..................3-22 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 5 Server Blade Diagnostic Steps................. D-3 System Configuration Switch Procedures.............. D-10 Problems After Initial Boot ..................D-13 Appendix E LEDs and Switches LEDs..........................E-1 Server Blade Front Panel ..................E-1 Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drive ..................E-3 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 6 Contents System Switches....................... E-7 Appendix F Specifications ProLiant BL20p Server Blade..................F-1 Appendix G System Battery System Board Battery Replacement ................G-1 Index Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 7: About This Guide
About This Guide This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installation and reference information for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades for the Compaq ProLiant BL20p server blade. Intended Audience This guide is intended for network administrators and IT personnel who install, configure, and troubleshoot system hardware and software.
Page 8: Symbols On Equipment
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. viii Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 9: Symbols In Text
• Bold type is used for emphasis, for onscreen interface components (window titles, menu names and selections, button and icon names, and so on), and for keyboard keys. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 10: Related Documents
Compaq Integrated Lights-Out User Guide • Compaq ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide • White paper: Compaq ProLiant BL p-Class System Overview and Planning • White paper: Configuring a Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) using Red Hat Linux 7.2 on Compaq ProLiant Servers •...
Page 11: Compaq Technical Support
Before calling, refer to the Compaq Servers Troubleshooting Guide on the Documentation CD for a list of information to have available. Compaq Website The Compaq website has information on this product as well as the latest drivers and flash ROM images. You can access the Compaq website at www.compaq.com...
Page 12: Server Blade Features
Server Blade Features Refer to Compaq QuickSpecs for a comprehensive listing of Compaq ProLiant™ BL20p server blade features. Key features are highlighted below. Integrated Lights-Out Management The server blade ships with advanced Compaq Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) technology. Features include: •...
Page 13: Smart Array 5I Controller Module
Compaq Insight Manager™ 7 application Compaq NC3163 NIC Module Standard NIC support includes: • Three Compaq NC3163 Fast Ethernet NICs Embedded 10/100 WOL • Auto-sensing LAN capable at either 10 or 100 Mb/s • Full-duplex Ethernet for two-way transmission •...
Page 14: Pre-Failure Warranty
Compaq through Compaq authorized resellers. Under the terms of its warranty, supported components are eligible for replacement before they actually fail provided you use Compaq Insight Manager 7 and that the system determines that the supported components have degraded below predetermined reliability thresholds within the product warranty period.
Page 15: Installing The Server Blade And Options
To streamline the installation process, read the installation instructions for all the hardware options before installing the hardware. If you encounter any problems during installation, contact a Compaq authorized reseller. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to equipment, heed all warnings and cautions throughout the installation instructions.
Page 16: Preparation Procedures
CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. Properly ground yourself before beginning any installation procedure. Refer to Appendix B, “Electrostatic Discharge,” for more information. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 17 Be sure that the server blade is in standby mode by observing that the power LED is amber. For iLO information and procedures, refer to the Compaq Integrated Lights-Out User Guide. — Press the Power On/Standby button on the front of the server blade. Be sure that the server blade is in standby mode by observing that the power LED is amber.
Page 18 Grasp the lever and slide the server blade from the enclosure (3). Place a hand under the server blade to support it as you remove it from the rack. Figure 2-2: Removing the server blade from the server blade enclosure Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 19 Loosen the thumbscrew on the rear of the server blade (1). b. Slide the access panel about 1 cm (3/8 inch) toward the rear of the unit and lift the panel to remove it (2). Figure 2-3: Removing the access panel Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 20: Identifying System Board Components
Installing the Server Blade and Options Identifying System Board Components Use Figure 2-4 and Table 2-1 to identify the system board components and connectors. Figure 2-4: System board components and connectors Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 21 Smart Array 5i Controller module Smart Array 5i connectors Blower assembly connectors Battery Processor power module (PPM) slot 2 Processor socket 2 Processor socket 1 (populated) PPM slot 1 (populated) DIMM slots 1A through 4B Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 22: Installing The Access Panel
3. Tighten the thumbscrew on the rear of the server blade (2). Figure 2-5: Installing the access panel Memory You can expand system memory by installing Compaq synchronous DRAM (SDRAM) DIMMs. A ProLiant BL20p server blade supports up to four 1-GB, 133-MHz, ECC, registered SDRAM DIMMs.
Page 23: Dimm Installation Guidelines
IMPORTANT: Install identical DIMMs in slots 1A and 2A. You can install a second set of identical DIMMs in slots 3B and 4B. • Populate both slots in a bank at the same time. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 24: Installing Dimms
2A. • Install the DIMMs in the paired banks in sequential order. CAUTION: Use only Compaq DIMMs. DIMMs from other sources are known to adversely affect data integrity. Installing DIMMs Before installing DIMMs, review the “DIMM Installation Guidelines” section in this chapter.
Page 25 5. Press down firmly. When the DIMM seats fully in the slot, the latches close (2). Figure 2-7: Installing a DIMM 6. Reinstall the access panel. Refer to the “Installing the Access Panel” section in this chapter. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide 2-11...
Page 26: Battery-Backed Write Cache Enabler
Procedures” section in this chapter. 2. Install the Battery-Backed Write Cache Enabler on the brass standoffs on the NIC module. Be sure the enabler seats firmly. Figure 2-8: Installing the Battery-Backed Write Cache Enabler 2-12 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 27: Hot-Plug Scsi Hard Drives And Blanks
CAUTION: Always populate drive bays with either a hard drive or blank. Proper airflow can only be maintained when the bays are populated. Unpopulated drive bays can lead to improper cooling and thermal damage. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide 2-13...
Page 28: Scsi Id Numbers
The IDs number from top to bottom on each server blade. Figure 2-11 shows SCSI IDs for the ProLiant BL20p server blade. IMPORTANT: Always populate hard drive bays starting with SCSI ID 0. 2-14 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 29: Removing Hot-Plug Scsi Hard Drives
Appendix E, “LEDs and Switches.” CAUTION: If you are replacing a drive that is part of an array, refer to the hot-plug SCSI hard drive replacement guidelines in the Compaq Servers Troubleshooting Guide. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 30: Installing Hot-Plug Scsi Hard Drives
Drive Blanks” section in this chapter. — If a SCSI hard drive is already installed in the bay, refer to the “Removing Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drives” section in this chapter. 2-16 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 31: Server Blades
6. Resume normal server blade operations. Server Blades Before installing server blades for the first time, define the hardware configuration and server blade deployment process. Refer to Chapter 3, “Configuring and Deploying Server Blades.” Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide 2-17...
Page 32: Installing A Server Blade
IMPORTANT: The server blade is keyed to fit only one way in the bay. If the server blade does not slide easily into the bay, be sure that the server blade is oriented properly. 2-18 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 33 Installing the Server Blade and Options 3. Install the server blade into the bay (1). Slide the server blade fully into the bay. 4. Close the ejecting lever (2). Figure 2-15: Installing a server blade Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide 2-19...
Page 34: Powering Up The Server Blade
— A hold power-up selection initiates a power-up override. The system is forced to power up the server blade without detecting available power. For more information about iLO, refer to Chapter 3, “Configuring and Deploying Server Blades.” 2-20 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 35: Using The Diagnostic Cable
Use Figure 2-16 and Table 2-4 to identify diagnostic cable connectors. Figure 2-16: Diagnostic cable connectors Table 2-4: Diagnostic Cable Connectors Item Description Server blade connector iLO RJ-45 (10/100 Ethernet) connector Kernel debug connector Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide 2-21...
Page 36: Connecting The Diagnostic Cable
1. Connect one end of the RJ-45 network cable to the diagnostic cable (1). 2. Connect the other end of the network cable to the 10/100 Ethernet RJ-45 connector on the client PC (2). Figure 2-17: Connecting an RJ-45 network cable 2-22 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 37 CAUTION: Always be sure to squeeze the locking button on the server blade connector before disconnecting the diagnostic cable from the diagnostic port. Failure to do so can result in damage to the equipment. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide 2-23...
Page 38: Configuring And Deploying Server Blades
“Deployment Methods and Infrastructure” section in this chapter. 3. Install all system hardware. Refer to Chapters 1 and 2 of this guide and to the Compaq ProLiant BL p-Class System Setup and Installation Guide. 4. Connect to the server blade using one of the following methods: —...
Page 39: Supported Operating Systems
Linux For the most current information about operating system support on server blades, refer to the operating system support matrix available at the Compaq FTP site: ftp://ftp.compaq.com/pub/products/servers/os-support-matrix-310.pdf To install an operating system, refer to the documentation and the Compaq Integrated Lights-Out User Guide that ships with the system.
Page 40: Diskette Or Diskette Image Deployment
Advanced features for Compaq blade systems detect and display server blades based on their physical rack, enclosure, and bay location. You can deploy or replace faulty server blades and set the Altiris console to automatically configure these server blades with pre-defined and stored configurations.
Page 41 NOTE: You can also download the SmartStart Scripting toolkit as part of the latest Microsoft Windows Support Paq. Refer to the Compaq ProLiant BL p-Class system product page on the Compaq website. To create the image with the CPQIMAGE Utility: 1.
Page 42 (DHCP) server. The client obtains the name of the NBP from the appropriate boot server. Then, the client uses trivial file transfer protocol (TFTP) to download the NBP from the boot server and executes the image. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 43 Configuring and Deploying Server Blades For more information about PXE deployment, visit the Compaq ProLiant BL p-Class system product page on the Compaq website. You can also visit www3.compaq.com/support/reference_library/viewdocument.asp?countrycode=1 000&prodid=2032|Linux+-+Red+Hat+Linux+7.x&source=163E-0102A- WWEN.xml&dt=21 Deployment Infrastructure To establish the network-based PXE deployment infrastructure, you must provide the following software and minimum hardware: •...
Page 44 — 1.5 GB of available disk space on /usr Deployment Guidelines • To install Windows 2000 Server using PXE, Compaq recommends using the ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack software (which includes pre-written scripts to install Windows 2000 Server on the server blades).
Page 45 Diagnostic Port IP address or an assigned DHCP or static IP address — CD-ROM drive and/or diskette drive — Java Runtime Environment version 1.3.1, available at www.compaq.com/manage/jvm.html • Network server with an operating system installed Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 46 Virtual Floppy to the server blade. 6. Use the iLO Virtual Power Button feature to reboot the server blade. 7. After the server blade boots, follow the normal network installation procedure for the operating system. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 47: Configuration Hardware Setup
The IP address is assigned by a DHCP server on the network. For more information about these hardware and cabling configurations, refer to the Compaq ProLiant BL p-Class System Hardware Configuration and Installation poster and the documentation that ships with the diagnostic station.
Page 48: Integrated Lights-Out Management
Configuring and Deploying Server Blades For more information about iLO, refer to the “Integrated Lights-Out Management” section in this chapter, or refer to the Compaq Integrated Lights-Out User Guide that ships with the system. Integrated Lights-Out Management The advanced version of Compaq Integrated Lights-Out is a standard component of selected Compaq ProLiant server blades.
Page 49: Client Pc Requirements
1. Locate the iLO Default Network Settings tag on the server blade. 2. Locate the static IP address on the diagnostic cable label. The default TCP/IP address for the iLO Diagnostic Port is 192.168.1.1; the default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. 3-12 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 50: Accessing The Server Blade With Ilo Remote Console
DNS name, user ID, or password, use the values you configured. If you made any changes to the default value, the values on the iLO Default Network Settings tag are no longer valid. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide 3-13...
Page 51: Software And Utilities
5. At the login screen, enter the default user ID and default password provided on the iLO Default Network Settings tag. 6. At the main screen, select the Remote Console tab. 7. Follow the on-screen directions. Refer to the Compaq Integrated Lights-Out User Guide that ships on the Documentation CD. Software and Utilities This section provides information about the following utilities and support tools: •...
Page 52 Compaq Management Agents For Microsoft Windows operating system users, these items are included in the Microsoft Windows Customer Support Paq, available from the Compaq ProLiant BL p-Class system product page on the Compaq website. Linux operating system users must install these items manually. For information about downloading these components, refer to www.compaq.com/support...
Page 53: Rom-Based Setup Utility
To change a selected setting, you must select a different setting and press the Enter key. Table 3-1 contains the default settings for options in primary RBSU menus. 3-16 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 54 * The default boot order is CD-ROM drive, diskette drive, hard drive, and network, respectively. The devices do not appear in the list unless they are connected to the system. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide 3-17...
Page 55: Ilo Rom-Based Setup Utility
4. Make and save any necessary changes to the iLO configuration. 5. Exit iLO RBSU, when finished. Compaq recommends using DNS/DHCP with iLO to simplify installation. If DNS/DHCP cannot be used, use the following procedure to disable DNS/DHCP and to configure the IP address and the subnet mask: 1.
Page 56: Option Rom Configuration For Arrays Utility
Access to Redundant ROM Settings To access the redundant ROM: 1. Access RBSU by pressing the F9 key during power up when the prompt displays. 2. Select Advanced Options. 3. Select ROM Selection. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide 3-19...
Page 57: Remote Rom Flash
If both the current and backup versions of the ROM are corrupt, you must return the system board for a service replacement. Refer to the Compaq ProLiant BL p-Class System Maintenance and Service Guide and contact a Compaq authorized reseller.
Page 58: Rompaq Utility
2. Follow the instructions and create a bootable diskette. IMPORTANT: You can use the iLO Virtual Media applet to create the image file. Refer to the Compaq Integrated Lights-Out User Guide on the Documentation CD. If you use this method, omit step 3.
Page 59: Compaq Insight Manager 7
Manager 7 is available on the ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack CD in the OVERVIEW.HLP file. IMPORTANT: You must install and use Compaq Insight Manager 7 to benefit from the Compaq pre-failure warranties on processors, hard drives, and memory modules.
Page 60: Compaq Diagnostics Utility
ASR-2 increases server blade availability by restarting the server blade within 10 minutes after a system hang or shutdown. At the same time, the Compaq Insight Manager 7 console notifies you by sending a message to a designated pager number that ASR-2 has restarted the system.
Page 61 Use the instructions in the following section to view and print the event list from within Compaq Insight Manager 7. You can also mark a critical or caution event as repaired after the affected component has been replaced. For example, when a failed DIMM is replaced, you can mark the event as repaired, which lowers the severity of the event.
Page 62 Configuring and Deploying Server Blades Viewing the Event List To view the event list: 1. From the Compaq Insight Manager 7, select the appropriate server blade; then select View Device Data. The selected server blade appears with buttons around its perimeter.
Page 63 The event list displays the affected components and the associated error messages. Though the same basic information displays, the format of the list may differ depending on whether you view it from within Compaq Insight Manager 7 or from within the Compaq Survey Utility.
Page 64 Kernel Panic: Cause [Linux] Automatic operating Automatic Operating System Shutdown Initiated Due to Fan Failure system shutdown Automatic Operating System Shutdown Initiated Due to Overheat Condition Fatal Exception (Number X, Cause) Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide 3-27...
Page 65: Regulatory Compliance Notices
(i.e., personal computers). The FCC requires devices in both classes to bear a label indicating the interference potential of the device as well as additional operating instructions for the user. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 66: Class A Equipment
Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Compaq Computer Corporation may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 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 67: European Union Notice
EN 55022 (CISPR 22) – Electromagnetic Interference • EN55024 (IEC61000-4-2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 11) – Electromagnetic Immunity • EN 60950 (IEC 60950) – Product Safety Japanese Notice Taiwanese Notice Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 68: Battery Replacement Notice
To forward them to recycling or proper disposal, please use the public collection system or return them to Compaq, authorized Compaq Partners, or their agents. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 69: Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge
Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers. • Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry. • Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or assembly. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 70: Grounding Methods
If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have an authorized reseller install the part. NOTE: For more information on static electricity or for assistance with product installation, contact a Compaq authorized reseller. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 71: Appendix C Server Error Messages
• iLO Remote Console For a complete listing of error messages and other troubleshooting information, refer to the Compaq Servers Troubleshooting Guide provided on the Documentation CD or online at www.compaq.com/support/reference/index.html Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 72 ROM bootblock is corrupt. Contact Bootblock invalid. - Contact Compaq COMPAQ Representative authorized service provider. 805-Unsupported Processor None One or both processors are Install supported Detected unsupported. processors. System will ONLY boot ROMPAQ Utility. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 73: Appendix D Troubleshooting
You may need to add more hot-plug power supplies if you are installing additional server blades. If you have a power problem, refer to the ProLiant BL p-Class System Setup and Installation Guide and the Compaq ProLiant BL p-Class System Overview and Planning white paper.
Page 74: Server Blade Front Panel
Use the iLO remote console or the iLO system status page to identify POST messages. Refer to the Compaq Integrated Lights-Out User Guide. b. Refer to the section on loose connections in the Compaq Servers Troubleshooting Guide. 4. Ensure the server blade is not rebooting repeatedly: a.
Page 75: Server Blade Diagnostic Steps
Table D-1 to determine appropriate actions based on the symptoms observed. According to the answers you give, you are directed to the appropriate table that immediately follows. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 76 Question 4: Is the iLO remote console capable If yes, use the POST messages for further of displaying error information? diagnosis. Refer to Table D-5 for details. If no, refer to Table D-5. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 77 Note: For LED locations and functions, refer to Appendix E, “LEDs and Switches.” For cabling configurations, refer to the cabling and powering up section in the ProLiant BL p-Class System Setup and Installation Guide. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 78 Table D-4. If the system power LED is green, refer to Table D-4. Note: For LED locations and functions, refer to Appendix E, “LEDs and Switches.” Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 79 Use the optional diagnostic station to power the server blade and use the iLO remote console to continue the diagnosis. • Contact a Compaq authorized service provider for replacement parts and service. continued Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 80 • Use the iLO system status page to help determine the problem. • Contact a Compaq authorized service provider for replacement parts and service. continued Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 81 Note: For LED locations and functions, refer to Appendix E, “LEDs and Switches.” For cabling configurations, refer to the cabling and powering up section in the ProLiant BL p-Class System Setup and Installation Guide. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 82: System Configuration Switch Procedures
Table D-5: Is the iLO Remote Console Capable of Displaying Error Information? Answer Solution An iLO problem exists. Refer to the Compaq Integrated Lights-Out User Guide that ships with the server blade. Error and event logs are available for diagnosis. Determine the next action by observing POST progress and error messages.
Page 83 8. Wait for the POST message that prompts you to change the switch setting: Maintenance switch detected in the "On" position. Power off the server and turn switch to the "Off" position. 9. Repeat steps 1 through 3. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide D-11...
Page 84 7. Power up the server blade: a. Press the Power On/Standby button on the front of the server blade. b. Use the virtual power button feature in the iLO remote console. D-12 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 85: Problems After Initial Boot
Once the server blade has passed POST, you may still encounter errors, such as an inability to load the operating system. Reinstall the operating system and use the documentation that ships on the Compaq Rapid Deployment Pack CD or refer to the Compaq Servers Troubleshooting Guide for more information.
Page 86: Leds And Switches
Hot-plug SCSI hard drive Server Blade Front Panel Six LEDs on the front of the server blade indicate server status. Use Figure E-1 and Table E-1 to identify LED locations and functions. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 87 Off = Not engaged in management function Health Green = Normal status Flashing = Booting Amber = Degraded status Red = Critical status * Server blade is engaged in a non-interruptible iLO function. continued Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 88: Hot-Plug Scsi Hard Drive
Smart Array controller. Their behavior may vary depending on the status of other drives in the array. Use Figure E-2 and Table E-2 to identify LED locations and functions. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 89 • The third LED indicates fault status (3), where flashing indicates fault-process activity and off indicates a no-fault-process activity. Figure E-2: Hot-plug SCSI hard drive LEDs Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 90 If this drive is part of an array, a powered-on controller is not accessing the drive. -Or- The drive is configured as an online spare. OK to replace the drive online. The drive has failed and has been placed offline. continued Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 91 OK to replace the drive online if a predictive failure alert flashing is received, provided that the array is configured for fault tolerance and all other drives in the array are online. The drive is online and being accessed. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 92: System Switches
Figure E-3: Power On/Standby button System Switches System switches enable you to change certain settings or to perform advanced diagnostic procedures. Use Figure E-4 and Table E-3 to identify switch locations and functions. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 93 LEDs and Switches Figure E-4: Server blade system switches Table E-3: Server Blade System Switches Item Description iLO switch (SW2) System switch (SW3) System configuration switch (SW1) Non-maskable interrupt (NMI) switch Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 94 The default setting for all four positions is off. For the proper system configuration switch settings, refer to Table E-5 or refer to the labels attached to the inside of the server access panel. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 95 NMI Switch The non-maskable interrupt (NMI) switch is for use by trained service personnel only. Refer to the Compaq ProLiant BL p-Class System Maintenance and Service Guide. E-10 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 96: Appendix F Specifications
Operating temperature has an altitude derating of 1°C per 304.8 m (1,000 ft). No direct sunlight. Upper operating limit is 3,048 m (10,000 ft) or 70 Kpa/10.1 psia. Upper non-operating limit is 9,144 m (30,000 ft) or 30.3 KPa/4.4 psia. continued Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 97 10% to 90% Storage 10% to 95% Maximum wet bulb temperature 28°C (82°F) Storage maximum humidity of 95% is based on a maximum temperature of 45°C. Altitude maximum for storage is 70 KPa. Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 98: Appendix G System Battery
When the server blade no longer automatically displays the correct date and time, you may need to replace the battery that provides power to the real-time clock. Under normal use, battery life is usually about 5 to 10 years. Use a Compaq 540-mAh, lithium, 3-V replacement battery (spare P/N 234556-001).
Page 99 2. Locate the battery holder on the system board. Figure G-1: Battery holder WARNING: For proper battery disposal, refer to the “Battery Replacement Notice” section in Appendix A, “Regulatory Compliance Notices.” Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 100 Press the locking tab (1). b. Lift the battery away from the battery holder (2). Figure G-2: Removing the existing battery 4. Install the new battery. Figure G-3: Installing the new battery Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 101 Chapter 2, “Installing the Server Blade and Options.” 8. Run RBSU to reconfigure the system with the new battery. Refer to the “ROM-Based Setup Utility” section in Chapter 3, “Configuring and Deploying Server Blades.” Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 102 Compaq authorized reseller xi installing G-3 Compaq Diagnostics Utility 3-23 life G-1 Compaq Insight Manager 7 location 2-7 alert as pre-failure warranty part number G-1 condition 1-3 recycling or disposal A-4 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide Index-1...
Page 103 A-2 banks 2-8 modifications A-2 caution integrity 2-10 notice A-1 data integrity 2-10 requirements A-2 installation guidelines 2-9 rules A-2 installing 2-10 firmware 3-20 key slots 2-11 full-duplex ethernet 1-2 Index-2 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 104 SCSI hard drives Japanese notice A-3 blanks See hard drive blanks installing 2-16 LEDs E-3 labels on equipment viii removing 2-15 LEDs SCSI ID numbers 2-14 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide Index-3...
Page 105 D-3 socket locations 2-7 notices troubleshooting D-7 Canadian A-2 product safety A-3 Japanese A-3 ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack Taiwanese A-3 overview 3-2 NVRAM, write protect 1-3 Index-4 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 106 D-3 warning viii installing 2-18 LEDs E-1 flashing See remote ROM flash powering down 2-3 redundant See redundant ROM powering up 2-20 support 3-19 ROMs 3-20 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide Index-5...
Page 107 LED D-7 server blade system E-7 no green on system power LED D-6 system (SW3) E-8, E-9 no information on monitor D-10 system configuration (SW1) E-8, E-9 Index-6 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide...
Page 108 Compaq xi Arrays 1-2 weight ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment symbol ix Pack 3-2 warning ix Remote Deployment 3-20 white paper, PXE installation of Linux 3-8 ROMPaq 3-21 wrist strap B-2 Compaq ProLiant BL20p Server Blade Setup and Installation Guide Index-7...

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Chapter 1 Server Blade Features

Chapter 2 Installing the Server Blade and Options

Chapter 3 Configuring and Deploying Server Blades

Appendix A Regulatory Compliance Notices

Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge

Appendix C Server Error Messages

Appendix D Troubleshooting

Appendix E Leds and Switches

Appendix F Specifications

Appendix G System Battery

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