HP Netserver LXr 8500 Rack Cabling Guide

Chapter 3 Procedure for Connecting and Routing Cables to the LXr 8500

bind, adjust as necessary. Repeat until the Cable Management Arm extends

and retracts smoothly.

8. Secure the server to the front of the rack with screws and rack nuts and

replace the bezel. See the HP NetServer LXr 8500 Installation Guide for

details.

Step 5: Powering Up and Powering Down the

Components in the Rack

Follow the Power Up Sequence to minimize inrush currents and prevent breakers

from tripping.

Power Up Sequence

1. Power on peripherals one at a time, beginning with the tape back-up unit,

continuing with the mass storage units, monitor, and the rest.

2. If an HP Console Switch is present, it must be on before the server is

turned on. Otherwise the server will not detect all the required components

and will likely report an error.

3. Lastly, power on one server at a time, waiting for fan units in one to spin

up before powering on the next (if more than one is present in the rack).

Power Down Considerations

To power off the equipment, ensure that network users are properly warned. No

specific order is necessary when powering off rack-optimized servers and

associated components. However, to do so in an orderly way, you should bring

down the operating system, then power off peripherals, then turn off servers.

WARNING The HP NetServer LXr 8500 is connected to standby power

even when power is turned off. Do not open the system for

maintenance except if you have removed the power cord or

powered down the PCI slot in software.