Ethernet Adapter Installation and Support Guide

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Ethernet Adapter Installation
and Support Guide
Glossary Index Examples Figures Tables
What’s New in This Guide vii
Guide Information vii
New and Changed Information vii
HP Encourages Your Comments viii
About This Guide ix
Who Should Use This Guide ix
What’s in This Guide ix
Where to Get More Information x
Notation Conventions xi
1. Introduction to the Ethernet 4 ServerNet Adapter (E4SA)
Overview of the E4SA 1-2
External Connectors and Indicators 1-2
E4SA System Connections 1-4
Data Transfer Interface (ServerNet) 1-4
Diagnostic Subsystem Interface (Serial Maintenance Bus) 1-4
Power Interface 1-5
Relationship to the SLSA Subsystem 1-5
Accessing an E4SA through the SLSA Subsystem
1-5
Manufacturing Naming Conventions
1-8
2. Installing a New E4SA
Prepare to Install a New E4SA 2-2
Plan the Local Area Network (LAN) 2-2
Complete the Configuration Form 2-3
Gather the Proper Tools 2-7
Review Standard Operating Practices 2-7
Install the New E4SA 2-8
Unpack and Install the New E4SA 2-8
Check the Installation of the New E4SA 2-14
Add and Start the E4SA Using SCF 2-16