Installation Guide HP Integrity rx8620 Server Sixth Edition Manufacturing Part Number : A7026-96037-en May 2007 Printed in the U.S.A.
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Contents 1. Introduction Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cell Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . System Backplane. .
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Tables Table 1-1. Cell Board CPU Load Order. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-2. HP Integrity rx8620 Server DIMMs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-3. DIMM Load Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Table 1-4. Removable Media Drive Path. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Figures Figure 1-1. HP Integrity rx8620 Server (front view) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Figure 1-2. HP Integrity rx8620 Server (front view without bezel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Figure 1-3. Front Panel LEDs and Power Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Figure 1-4. HP Integrity rx8620 Server 16-Socket Block Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Figure 1-5. Cell Board .
Figures Figure 2-30. Front Panel Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Figure 2-31. BPS LED Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Figure 2-32. MP Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Figure 2-33. The lc Command Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 Introduction The HP Integrity rx8620 Server is a member of the HP business-critical computing platform family mid-range, mid-volume servers positioned between the HP Integrity rx7620 and HP Integrity Superdome servers.
Introduction Overview Overview The HP Integrity rx8620 Servers are 17U1 high, 16-socket symmetric multiprocessor (SMP) rack-mount or stand-alone servers that accommodate up to 128GB of memory, PCI-X I/O, and internal peripherals including disks and DVD or tape drives. High-availability features include N+1 hot-swap fans and power, redundant power cords, and hot-plug PCI cards and hard disk drives.
Introduction Overview • Four 220 VAC power plugs. Two are required and the other two provide power source redundancy.
Introduction Overview Figure 1-2 HP Integrity rx8620 Server (front view without bezel) Front Panel Front Panel Indicators and Controls The front panel, located on the front of the server, includes a power switch. Refer to Figure 1-3.
Introduction Overview Cell Board The cell board contains the processors, main memory, and the cell controller (CC) application specific integrated circuit (ASIC) that interfaces the processors and memory to the I/O. The CC provides a crossbar connection that allows communication with other cell boards in the system. It connects to the processor dependent hardware (PDH) and micro controller hardware. Each cell board holds up to 16 DIMMS.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description Figure 1-4 HP Integrity rx8620 Server 16-Socket Block Diagram Cell Board Cell Board memory memory cpu cpu cpu Bulk Power Supply cpu SBA cc cpu cpu lan lan scsi scsi SBA LBA LBA LBA LBA LBA LBA LBA LBA LBA LBA LBA LBA LBA LBA LBA PCI-X Backplane cpu LBA LBA LBA cpu I/O EXPANSION CONNECTOR Crossbar (XBC) System Backplane cpu cpu cc cpu clocks memory cpu c
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description dependent hardware (PDH) and micro controller hardware. Each cell board holds up to 16 DIMMS. Between one to four cell boards can be installed in the server. A cell board can be selectively powered down for cell replacement without affecting cells in other configured partitions. Figure 1-5 Cell Board The server has a 48 V distributed power system and receives the 48 V power from the system backplane board.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description Figure 1-6 shows a simplified view of the memory subsystem. It consists of two independent access paths, each path having its own address bus, control bus, data bus, and DIMMs. In practice, the CC runs the two paths 180 degrees out of phase with respect to each other to facilitate pipelining in the CC. Address and control signals are fanned out through register ports to the synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) on the DIMMs.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description PDH Riser Board The HP Integrity rx8620 Server PDH riser board is a small card that plugs into the cell board at a right angle. The PDH riser interface contains a microprocessor memory interface microcircuit, hardware including the processor dependant code (PDC) flash memory, and a manageability microcontroller with associated circuitry.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description NOTE Table 1-1 Number of CPUs Installed When installing dual-core CPUs, if only one CPU module is installed on the cell board, a terminator must be installed in CPU socket 2.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description The HP Integrity rx8620 Server will support DIMMs with densities of 64, 128, 256, and 512Mb for the SDRAM devices. Table 1-2 shows each supported DIMM size, the resulting total server capacity, and the memory component density. Each DIMM is connected to two buffer chips on the cell board.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description A quad as seen in Figure 1-8, is a grouping of four DIMMs. Configurations with 8 or 16 DIMM slots loaded are recommended. The DIMM sizes in a quad can be different, but the DIMMs in an echelon must be the same size.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description Cells and nPartitions An nPartition has one or more cells (containing processors and memory) that are assigned to the nPartition for its exclusive use. Any I/O chassis that is attached to a cell belonging to an nPartition also is assigned to the nPartition. Each I/O chassis has PCI card slots plus any I/O cards and attached devices, and has a core I/O card assigned to the I/O chassis.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description Internal Disk Devices for the HP Integrity rx8620 Server As Figure 1-9 shows, in an HP Integrity rx8620 Server cabinet the top internal disk drives connect to cell 0 through the core I/O for cell 0. The bottom internal disk drives connect to cell 1 through the core I/O for cell 1.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description System Backplane The system backplane houses the system clock generation logic, the system reset generation logic, DC-to-DC converters, power monitor logic, and two LBA link-to-PCI converter ASICs. It is the point of connection for the cell boards, PCI-X backplane, core I/O cards, SCSI cables, bulk power, chassis fans, front panel display, intrusion switches, and the system scan card.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description System Backplane to Cell Board Connectivity Four sets of vertical connectors serve as the point of connection for the cell boards. In addition, two vertical connectors per cell board carry signals from the CC on the cell board to the SBA chip on the PCI-X backplane, or an external I/O chassis PCI-X backplane, and back through the system backplane.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description Figure 1-11 PCI-X Board to Cell Board Block Diagram The HP Integrity rx8620 Server supports two internal SBAs. The SBAs generate 32 rope buses (16 per SBA). The 32 available internal rope buses are divided in the following manner: • Two ropes are routed as single rope bundles to support the core I/O boards through LBAs located on the core I/O backplane.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description Table 1-6 PCI-X Slot Types I/O Partition Slot Devicea 0 8b PCI (33 or 66 MHz) / PCI-X (66 or 133 MHz) 64-bit, 3.3 V connector, Hot-Plug Slot. 0 7 PCI (33 or 66 MHz) / PCI-X (66 or 133 MHz) 64-bit, 3.3 V connector, Hot-Plug Slot. 0 6 PCI (33 or 66 MHz) / PCI-X (66 or 133 MHz) 64-bit, 3.3 V connector, Hot-Plug Slot. 0 5 PCI (33 or 66 MHz) / PCI-X (66 or 133 MHz) 64-bit, 3.3 V connector, Hot-Plug Slot.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description Mass Storage (Disk) Backplane Internal mass storage connections to disks are routed on the mass storage backplane, having connectors and termination logic. All hard disks are hot-plug while removable media disks are not hot-plug. The HP Integrity rx8620 Server accommodates two internal, removable media devices. Therefore, power connectors for a removable media device are required on the mass storage backplane.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description Dimensions and Components Figure 1-13 HP Integrity rx8620 Server (Front View) Removable Media Drive PCI Power Supply Power Switch Hard Disk Drive Front OLR Fan Bulk Power Supply • Depth: Defined by cable management constraints to fit into a standard 36-inch deep rack: 25.5 inches from front rack column to PCI connector surface 26.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx8620 Server Description Figure 1-14 HP Integrity rx8620 Server (Rear View) PCI OLR Fan PCI I/O Card Section Core I/O Card Rear OLR Fan AC Power Receptacle The PCI I/O card section, located toward the rear, is accessed by removing the top cover. The PCI OLR fan modules are located in front of the PCI cards. They are housed in plastic carriers. The cell boards are located on the right side of the product behind a removable side cover.
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2 Installation Inspect shipping containers when the equipment arrives at the site. Check equipment after the packing has been removed. This chapter discusses how to inspect and receive the HP Integrity rx8620 Server.
Installation Inspecting the Server Cabinet Inspecting the Server Cabinet NOTE The server will ship in one of three different configurations. The configurations are: • on a pallet installed in a server cabinet • on a pallet for rack mount into an existing cabinet on the customer site • on a pallet with a wheel kit for installation as a standalone server HP shipping containers are designed to protect their contents under normal shipping conditions.
Installation Receiving the Server Cabinet Receiving the Server Cabinet This section contains information about unpacking the server cabinet. WARNING Wear protective glasses while cutting the plastic bands around the shipping container. These bands are under tension. When cut, they can spring back and cause serious eye injury. NOTE Position the pallet, allowing for enough space to roll the cabinet off the pallet before starting. Remove the server cabinet using the following steps: Step 1.
Installation Receiving the Server Cabinet Step 4. Remove the packing materials. CAUTION The plastic wrapping material should be cut off rather than pulled off. Pulling the plastic covering off represents an ESD hazard. Step 5. Remove the four bolts holding down the ramps and remove the ramps. NOTE Figure 2-2 shows one ramp attached to the pallet on either side of the cabinet with each ramp secured to the pallet using two bolts.
Installation Receiving the Server Cabinet Step 6. Remove the six bolts from the base attaching the rack to the pallet. Figure 2-3 Preparing to Roll Off the Pallet WARNING Chapter 2 Be sure that the leveling feet on the rack are raised before you roll the rack down the ramp, and any time you roll the rack on the casters. Use caution when rolling the cabinet off the ramp. A single server in the cabinet weighs approximately 508 lb. It is strongly recommended that two people roll the cabinet off the pallet.
Installation Receiving the Server Cabinet Securing the Cabinet When in position, secure and stabilize the cabinet using the leveling feet at the corners of the base and install the anti-tip mechanisms on the bottom front and rear of the rack.
Installation Rack Mount System Installation Rack Mount System Installation Servers shipped as a stand-alone or in the to be racked configuration must have the core I/O handles and the PCI towel bars attached at system installation. Obtain and install the core I/O handles and PCI towel bars from the accessory kit A6093-04046. The towel bars and handles are the same part. Refer to service note A6093A-11. This is the same accessory kit used for the HP 9000 rp8400 server.
Installation Manual Lifting Manual Lifting Use this procedure only if no HP approved lift is available. This procedure should only be performed by four (4) qualified HP Service Personnel utilizing proper lifting techniques and procedures. System damage can occur through improper removal and re-installation of devices. This task must be performed by trained personnel only.
Installation Using the RonI Model 17000 SP 400 Lifting Device Using the RonI Model 17000 SP 400 Lifting Device A lifter designed by the RonI company is used to rack mount the server. The lifter can raise 400 lb. to a height of five feet. The lifter can be broken down into several components. When completely broken down, no single component weighs more than 25 lb. The ability to break the lifter down makes it easy to transport from the office to the car and then to the customer site.
Installation Using the RonI Model 17000 SP 400 Lifting Device Step 3. Insert the lifter forks between the cushions. Figure 2-5 Positioning the Lifter to the Pallet Position the Lifter Forks at These Insertion Points Step 4. Carefully roll the lift forward until it is fully positioned against the side of the server.
Installation Using the RonI Model 17000 SP 400 Lifting Device Step 5. Slowly raise the server off the pallet until it clears the pallet cushions. Figure 2-6 Raising the Server Off the Pallet Cushions Step 6. Carefully roll the lifter and server away from the pallet. Do not raise the server any higher than necessary when moving it over to the rack. Step 7.
Installation Wheel Kit Installation Wheel Kit Installation Compare the packing list with the contents of the wheel kit before beginning the installation.
Installation Wheel Kit Installation 1. Cut and remove the polystrap bands securing the server to the pallet. 2. Lift the carton top from the cardboard tray resting on the pallet. 3. Remove the bezel kit carton and top cushion from the pallet. Figure 2-7 Server on Shipping Pallet Top Cushions Cardboard Tray Shipping Pallet Bezel Kit 4. Unfold bottom cardboard tray.
Installation Wheel Kit Installation 5. Remove the front cushion only. Do not remove any other cushions until further instructed. Figure 2-8 Removal of Cushion from Front Edge of Server Rear Cushion Side Cushion Front Cushion 6. Open the wheel kit box and locate the two front casters. The front casters are shorter in length than the two rear casters. Each front caster is designed to fit only on one corner of the server. There is a right front caster and a left front caster.
Installation Wheel Kit Installation 7. Remove two of the eight screws from the plastic pouch. Attach one wheel caster to the front of the server. Figure 2-9 Attaching a Caster Wheel to the Server Front Caster 8. Attach the remaining front caster to the server using two more screws supplied in the plastic pouch. 9. Remove the rear cushion at the rear of the server. Do not remove the remaining cushions. 10. Mount the two rear casters to the server using the remaining four screws. 11.
Installation Wheel Kit Installation 12. Attach the ramp to the edge of the pallet. Note there are two pre-drilled holes in the ramp. Use the two screws taped to the ramp and attach it to the pallet.
Installation Wheel Kit Installation 13. Remove the two side cushions from the server and unfold the cardboard tray so that it lays flat on the pallet. Figure 2-11 Side Cushion Removal from Server Side Cushion Ramp 14. Carefully roll the server off the pallet and down the ramp. 15. Obtain the caster covers from the wheel kit. Note that the caster covers are designed to fit on either side of the server.
Installation Wheel Kit Installation 16. Insert the slot on the caster cover into the front caster. Secure the caster cover to the server by tightening the captive screw on the cover at the rear of the server.
Installation Wheel Kit Installation 17. Wheel kit installation is complete after both caster covers are attached to the server and the bezel cover is snapped into place on the front of the server.
Installation Wheel Kit Installation Top and Side Cover Installation NOTE Figure 2-14 It may be necessary to remove existing top and side covers installed on the server before installing the covers shipped with the wheel kit. If cover removal is not needed, go directly to the sections for installing the top and side cover. Cover Locations Top Cover Side Cover Front Bezel CAUTION Observe all ESD safety precautions before attempting this procedure.
Installation Wheel Kit Installation Step 5. Place the cover in a safe location. Figure 2-15 Top Cover Detail Retaining Screw Installing the Top Cover Step 1. Orient the cover according to its position on the chassis. Step 2. Slide the cover into position using a slow, firm pressure to properly seat the cover. Step 3. Tighten the blue retaining screws securing the cover to the chassis.
Installation Wheel Kit Installation Removing the Side Cover Figure 2-16 Side Cover Detail Retaining Screw Step 1. Connect to ground with a wrist strap. Step 2. Loosen the blue retaining screw securing the cover to the chassis. See Figure 2-16. Step 3. Slide the cover from the chassis toward the rear of the system. Step 4. Place the cover in a safe location. Installing the Side Cover Step 1. Orient the cover according to its position on the chassis. Step 2.
Installation Power Distribution Unit Power Distribution Unit The server may ship with a power distribution unit (PDU). There are two 60A PDUs available for the HP Integrity rx8620 Server. Each PDU is mounted horizontally between the rear columns of the server cabinet. The 60A PDUs are delivered with an IEC-309 60A plug. The 60A NEMA1 PDU has four 20A circuit breakers and is constructed for North American use.
Installation Installing Accessories Installing Accessories CAUTION Observe all ESD safety precautions before attempting these procedures. Failure to follow ESD safety precautions could result in damage to the HP Integrity rx8620 Server.
Installation Installing Accessories A list of replacement disk drives for the HP Integrity rx8620 Server is in Appendix A of the Service Guide for the HP Integrity rx8620 Server. The list contains both removable media disk drives and hard disk drives. Figure 2-17 Embedded Disks Hard Disk Drive Installation The disk drives are located in the front of the chassis. The hard disk drives are hot-plug drives. Step 1. Be sure the front locking latch is open, then position the disk drive in the chassis. Step 2.
Installation Installing Accessories Step 2. Connect the cables to the rear of the drive. Step 3. Install left and right media rails and clips. Step 4. Slide the drive in the chassis. Fold the cables out of the way. Step 5. The drive easily slides into the chassis; however, a slow, firm pressure is needed for proper seating. Step 6. The front locking tab will latch to secure the drive in the chassis.
Installation Installing Accessories PCI-X Card Cage Assembly I/O Cards A number of PCI and PCI-X I/O cards are supported in the HP Integrity rx8620 Server. Known supported cards at the release of this manual are shown in Tables 3-1 through 3-4.
Installation Installing Accessories Table 2-2 HP Integrity rx8620 Server I/O Cards - HP-UX (Continued) Part Number Card Description Number of Cards Supported (B-Bootable) A7012A PCI-X 2 port 1000BaseT Dual Port (Intel chip) 16 A7173A 2 port U320 SCSI 16B A9782A PCI-X 1000B-T GB FC GigE-SX 16b A9784A PCI-X 1000B-T GigE/2 G FC combo 16b A9890A SmartArray 6402 2-channel RAID 8B A9891A SmartArray 6404 4-channel RAID 8B AB286A PCI-X 2 port 4X InfiniBand HCA (HPC) 2 AB287A 10G Ethernet
Installation Installing Accessories Table 2-3 HP Integrity rx8620 Server I/O Cards - Windows (Continued) Part Number Number of Cards Supported (B-Bootable) Card Description A6869A Obsidian VGA/USB card 1 A6869B Obsidian 2 VGA/USB card 1 A7173A SCSI adapter 8B A9825A Smart Array 5302 SCSI controller 8B A9826A Smart Array 5304 SCSI controller 8B A9890A Smart Array 6402 SCSI controller 8B A9891A Smart Array 6404 SCSI controller 8 337972-B21 Smart Array P600 SCSI controller 8 AB232
Installation Installing Accessories Table 2-4 Part Number HP Integrity rx8620 Server - Linux Supported I/O Cards (Continued) Card Description Number of Cards Supported A9825A 2 channel Smart Array 5302 / 128 MB 8 A9826A 4 channel Smart Array 6404 / 256 MB 8 A6826A PCI X 2 channel 2 Gb /s Fibre Channel 8 A7538A PCI-X 1-port 2Gb Fibre Channel 15 A7061A PCI 1 port 1000Base T 8 A7073A PCI 1 port 1000Base SX 8 A5506B PCI 4-port 100Base-TX 2 A9899A PCI 2-port 1000Base-SX 8 A9900A PCI
Installation Installing Accessories Table 2-5 HP Integrity rx8620 Server - Open VMS Supported I/O Cards Part Number AB290A Card Description PCI X 2 port 1000Base T/2 port Ultra320 SCSI Number of Cards Supported (B-Bootable) 2B PCI I/O Card Installation IMPORTANT The installation process varies depending on what method for installing the PCI card is selected. PCI I/O card installation procedures should be downloaded from the http://docs.hp.com/ Web site.
Installation Installing Accessories NOTE A slow, firm pressure is needed to properly seat the card into the backplane. Step 5. Flip the PCI gate for the card slot to the closed position. CAUTION Working out of sequence or not completing the actions within each step could cause the system to crash. Do not press the attention button until the latch is locked. Step 6. Press the attention button. The green power LED will start to blink.
Installation Installing Accessories DVD+RW Installation Instructions The CD/DVD/DAT is located in the front of the chassis. The system power to this component must be removed before attempting to remove or replace it. Follow the procedures below to install the DVD+RW drive. Figure 2-19 Removable Media Bay Location Step 1. Remove the front bezel and top cover. See “Removing the Front Bezel” and “Removing the Top Cover” in the Remove and Replace Procedures of the HP Service Guide. Step 2.
Installation Installing Accessories Step 8. Slide the DVD+RW drive and cable into the removable media drive bay. Push the drive until it is fully seated in the bay. Figure 2-20 Positioning DVD+RW drive in media bay Step 9. Replace the front bezel and top cover. See “Replacing the Front Bezel” and “Replacing the Top Cover” in the Remove and Replace Procedures in the HP Service Guide. Step 10. Power on the server. Step 11. Boot the operating system.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Cabling and Power Up After the system has been unpacked and moved into position, it must be connected to a source of AC power. The AC power must be checked for the proper voltage before the system is powered up. This chapter describes these activities. Voltage Check This section provides voltage check information for use on the customer site. The emphasis is on measuring the voltages at the power cord plug end specified as an IEC-320 C19 type plug.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Voltage Range Verification of Receptacle This measures the voltage between L1 and L2, L1 to ground, and L2 to ground. Three separate measurements are performed during this procedure. Refer to Figure 2-21 for voltage reference points when performing the following measurements.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Safety Ground Verification (Single Power Source) This procedure measures the voltage level between A0 and A1. The voltage level between B0 and B1 will also be verified. All measurements will be taken between ground pins. Refer to Figure 2-22 for ground reference points when performing these measurements. Figure 2-22 Safety Ground Reference Check - Single Power Source Step 1 V GND L1 GND L2 L1 L2 A1 A0 Step 2 V GND L1 GND L2 B0 L1 L2 B1 Step 1.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Safety Ground Verification (Dual Power Source) This procedure measures the voltage level between A0 and A1, between B0 and B1, between A0 and B0, and between A1 and B1. All measurements will be taken between ground pins. Refer to Figure 2-23 for ground reference points when performing these measurements.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Voltage Check (Additional Procedure) The voltage check ensures that all phases (and neutral, for international systems) are connected correctly to the cabinet and that the AC input voltage is within limits. Perform this procedure if the previous voltage check procedure did not yield the expected results as previously outlined. If a UPS is used, refer to applicable UPS documentation for information on connecting the server and checking the UPS output voltage.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Step 9. Set the site power circuit breaker to ON. WARNING SHOCK HAZARD Risk of shock hazard while testing primary power. Use properly insulated probes. Be sure to replace access cover when finished testing primary power. Step 10. Set the server power to ON. Step 11. Check that the indicator light on each power supply is lit. Connecting AC Input Power The server can receive AC input from two different AC power sources.
Installation Cabling and Power Up • A0 input provides power to BPS 0, BPS 1, and BPS 2 • A1 input provides power to BPS 3, BPS 4, and BPS 5 • B0 input provides power to BPS 0, BPS 1, and BPS 2 • B1 input provides power to BPS 3, BPS 4, and BPS 5 For information on how input power cords supply power to each BPS, see Figure 2-26.
Installation Cabling and Power Up The server can accomodate a total of six BPSs. N+1 BPS capability describes the server having adequate BPSs plus one additional module installed. If one BPS fails, adequate power will still be supplied to the cell board(s) to keep the server partition(s) operational. Replace the failed BPS promptly to restore N+1 functionality. A minimum of two BPS are required to bring up a single cell board installed in the server. This minimum configuration is not N+1 capable.
Installation Cabling and Power Up INTERVAL THREE With the On/Off switch on the front of the server set to On, the intake fans spin up and become noticeably audible while the LED indicator remains solid green. The BPS LED indicator turns a solid green and the PCI backplane power supply LED indicators turn solid green. The hard disk drive LED turns green briefly and then the LED turns off.
Installation Cabling and Power Up 4. Use the supplied Velcro straps to attach the cords to the anchor. See Figure 2-28, “Line Cord Anchor and Velcro Straps,” Figure 2-28 Line Cord Anchor and Velcro Straps Velcro Straps MP Core I/O Connections Each HP Integrity rx8620 Server has at least one core I/O card installed. Each core I/O card has a management processor (MP).
Installation Cabling and Power Up Remote console port—A remote serial port for connection to a modem. The port is located in the middle of the three RS-232 connectors. Local console port—A local serial port for connection to a terminal. The port is located at the bottom of the core I/O card when the card is installed in the server chassis. Internal connections for the core I/O board include the following: • Three single ended (SE) internal SCSI buses for internal devices.
Installation Cabling and Power Up If the CE Tool is a laptop using Reflection 1, check or change these communications settings using the following procedure: 1. From the Reflection 1 Main screen, pull down the Connection menu and select Connection Setup. 2. Select Serial Port. 3. Select Com1. 4. Check the settings and change, if required. Go to More Settings to set Xon/Xoff. Click OK to close the More Settings window. 5. Click OK to close the Connection Setup window. 6.
Installation Cabling and Power Up 1. Connect one end of a null modem cable (9-pin to 9-pin) (Part Number 5182-4794) to the Local RS-232 port on the core I/O card (the DB9 connector located at the bottom of the core I/O card).
Installation Cabling and Power Up The preferred tool is the CE Tool running Reflection 1. To power on the MP, set up a communications link, and log in to the MP: 1. Apply power to the server cabinet. Apply power to any other server cabinets that were shipped to the customer site. On the front of the server, a solid green Standby Power, and a solid green MP Present light will illuminate after about 30 seconds.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Figure 2-31 BPS LED Location BPS LED Location 3. Log in to the MP: a. Enter Admin at the login prompt. (This term is case-sensitive.) It takes a few moments for the MP prompt to appear. If it does not, be sure the laptop serial device settings are correct: 8 bits, no parity, 9600 baud, and None for both Receive and Transmit. Then, try again. b. Enter Admin at the password prompt. (This term is case-sensitive.
Installation Cabling and Power Up The MP Main Menu is displayed: Figure 2-32 MP Main Menu Configuring LAN Information for the MP This section describes how to set and verify the server management processor (MP) LAN port information. LAN information includes the MP network name, the MP IP address, the subnet mask, and gateway address. This information is provided by the customer. To set the MP LAN IP address: 1. At the MP Main Menu prompt (MP>), enter cm.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Enter lc and press the Return key. The following screen is displayed: Figure 2-33 NOTE The lc Command Screen The value in the “IP address” field has been set at the factory. Obtain the LAN IP address from the customer. 2. At the prompt, Do you want to modify the configuration for the customer LAN?, enter y. The current IP address is shown; then the following prompt is displayed: Do you want to modify it? (Y/[N]) 3. Enter y. 4. Enter the new IP address.
Installation Cabling and Power Up 9. To check the LAN parameters and status, enter the ls command at the MP Command Menu prompt (MP:CM>). 10. A screen similar to the following will display allowing verification of the settings: Figure 2-34 The ls Command Screen To return to the MP main menu, enter ma. To exit the MP, enter x at the MP main menu. Accessing the Management Processor via a Web Browser Web browser access is an embedded feature of the management processor (MP).
Installation Cabling and Power Up Step 1. Connect to the MP using a serial connection. Step 2. Configure the MP LAN. Refer to “Configuring LAN Information for the MP”. Step 3. Type CM to enter the Command Menu. Step 4. Type SA at the MP:CM> prompt to display and set MP remote access.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Step 5. Launch a Web browser on the same subnet using the IP address for the MP LAN port. Figure 2-36 Browser Window Zoom In/Out Title Bar Step 6. Click anywhere on the Zoom In/Out title bar to generate a full screen MP window. Step 7. Select the emulation type you want to use. Step 8. Login to the MP when the login window appears. Access to the MP via a Web browser is now possible.
Installation Cabling and Power Up To look at a list of the commands available, enter he. You may have to press Enter to see more than one screen of commands. Use the Page Up and Page Down keys to view the previous or next screen of commands. To exit the Help Menu, enter q. 2. From the command prompt (MP:CM>), enter du. The du command displays the MP Bus topology. A screen similar to the following is displayed: Figure 2-37 The du Command Screen There will be an asterisk (*) in the column marked MP. 3.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Step 2. From the command prompt (MP:CM>), enter pwrgrd. The pwrgrd command displays the current power configuration. This command can also be used to change the power grid configuration. A screen similar to the following is displayed: Figure 2-38 The pwrgrd Command Screen Step 3. Verify that the power grid configuration is correct by examining the output from the pwrgrd command. The preceding power configuration indicates that both grid A and grid B have been configured.
Installation Cabling and Power Up • VGA device Refer to your operating system and hardware documentation to determine which console types are supported on your system. Step 2. Use the EFI menus and select the appropriate console device (deselect unused devices): a. Choose the “Boot option maintenance menu” choice from the main Boot Manager Menu. b. Select the Console Output, Input or Error devices menu item for the device type you are modifying: c.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Interface Differences Between Itanium-based Systems Each Itanium-based system has a similar interface with minor differences. Some devices may not be available on all systems depending on system design or installed options. MP Consoles Any device containing both a Uart and Pci section in its path are MP serial ports.
Installation Cabling and Power Up 1. If there is a Server Expansion Unit attached to the server, both the server and the SEU power switch needs to be pressed. Alternatively, at the MP:CM> prompt, the PE X command can be used to power on the complex or the PE T command can be used for each cabinet. The following events occur: • Power is applied to the server. • Processor Dependent Code (PDC) starts to run on each cell. • The cell self test executes. • Hardware initializes for the server.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Selecting a Boot Partition using the Management Processor At this point in the installation process, the hardware is set up, the management processor (MP) is connected to the LAN, the AC and DC power have been turned on, and the self test is completed. Now the configuration can be verified. After the DC power on and the self test is complete, use the MP to select a boot partition. 1. From the MP Main Menu, enter cm. 2. From the MP Command Menu, enter bo. 3.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Adding Processors with Instant Capacity On Demand (iCOD) The Instant Capacity On Demand (iCOD) program provides access to additional CPU resources beyond the amount that was purchased for the server. This provides the ability to activate additional CPU power for unexpected growth and unexpected spikes in workloads. Internally, iCOD systems physically have more CPUs, called iCOD CPUs, than the number of CPUs actually purchased.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Using the Checklist The following checklist is an installation aid and should be used only after you have installed several systems using the detailed procedures described in the body of this manual. This checklist is a compilation of the tasks described in this manual, and is organized as follows: PROCEDURES The procedures outlined in this document in order. IN-PROCESS The portion of the checklist that allows you to comment on the current status of a procedure.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Table 2-8 Factory-Integrated Installation Checklist (Continued) (Continued) PROCEDURE IN-PROCESS COMPLETED Remove and dispose of packaging material Move cabinet(s) and equipment to computer room Move cabinets into final position Position cabinets next to each other (approx.
Installation Cabling and Power Up Table 2-8 Factory-Integrated Installation Checklist (Continued) (Continued) PROCEDURE IN-PROCESS COMPLETED Select PCI card slot Install PCI card Verify installation Route cables using the cable management arm Install other peripherals (if required) Perform visual inspection and complete installation Set up network services (if required) Enable iCOD (if available) Final inspection of circuit boards Final inspection of cabling Area cleaned and debris and packing materia
Index A ac power input, 70 voltage check, 69 AC power inputs A0, 70 A1, 70 B0, 70 B1, 70 ASIC, 10 B backplane, 13 mass storage, 27 system, 25, 26 bandwidth, 13 BPS (Bulk Power Supply), 78 Bulk Power Supplies BPS, 72 C cell board, 25, 72, 88 overview, 13 verifying presence, 84 cell controller, 10 checklist installation, 92 cm (Command Menu) command, 85 co (Console) command, 89 command cm (Command Menu), 85 co (Console), 89 CTRL-B, 89 di (Display), 90 du (display MP bus topology), 85 lc (LAN configuration), 8
Index null modem cable connectivity, 76 part number, 76 U unpacking inspecting for damage, 32 O overview, 10 I/O subsystem, 13 system backplane, 13 V verifying system configuration, 90 voltage check, 69 P password MP, 79 PCI, 10 PDC Processor Dependent Code, 89 PDH, 13 power applying cabinet, 88 cabinet switch, 89 housekeeping, 77, 88 plugs, 10 requirement, 10 sources, 70 power supplies, 10 processor service, 10 Processor Dependent Code PDC, 89 processors, 10 pwrgrd (Power Grid) command, 86 R Reflection
