ProLiant BL p-Class C-GbE2 Interconnect Kit Quick Setup Instructions

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HP ProLiant BL p-Class

C-GbE2 Interconnect

Kit

Quick Setup Instructions

Read instructions completely before beginning

installation procedures

The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The

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warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing

herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP

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herein.

June 2005 (Fourth Edition)

Part Number 338797-004

Overview

This card contains information on how to set up the contents

of the kit for your use.

For more information on switch installation and to download

management utilities and firmware, go to the HP website

(http://www.hp.com/support). Search for GbE2.

To obtain the HP Ethernet Connectivity Mapper, download

the Interconnect Switch Management Utilities from the HP

website (http://www.hp.com/support). Search for GbE2.

Kit contents

• Two ProLiant BL p-Class GbE2 Interconnect Switches

• Two ProLiant BL p-Class QuadT2 Interconnect Modules

• This installation card

• Limited warranty and material limitations documentation

Regulatory notice

This is a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules. For complete details, refer to the HP ProLiant BL

p-Class GbE2 Interconnect Switch User Guide located on the

HP website (http://www.hp.com/support).

Preparing for installation

WARNING:

• Installation of this interconnect switch should be

performed by individuals who are both qualified

in the servicing of computer equipment and

trained in the dangers associated with products

capable of producing hazardous energy levels.

• To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot

surfaces, allow the internal system components

to cool before touching.

IMPORTANT: If you are replacing an existing

ProLiant BL p-Class GbE2 Interconnect Switch or

upgrading from a ProLiant BL p-Class GbE Interconnect

Switch, a ProLiant BL p-Class RJ-45 Patch Panel, or a

ProLiant BL p-Class RJ-45 Patch Panel 2, refer to the

HP ProLiant BL p-Class GbE2 Interconnect Switch User

Guide.

IMPORTANT: Before installing the interconnect

switch, make a record of the Machine Address Code

(MAC) address (printed on the MAC address label

attached to your interconnect switch). You might need

this address when you configure your interconnect

switch.

Summary of content (6 pages)

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HP ProLiant BL p-Class C-GbE2 Interconnect Kit Quick Setup Instructions Overview This card contains information on how to set up the contents of the kit for your use. For more information on switch installation and to download management utilities and firmware, go to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support). Search for GbE2. To obtain the HP Ethernet Connectivity Mapper, download the Interconnect Switch Management Utilities from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support). Search for GbE2.
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Installation guidelines Observe the following guidelines during installation: • Always install interconnect switches in pairs. Each server blade enclosure requires two interconnect switches for proper connectivity. • Always install the interconnect modules into the bottom left-most and bottom right-most bays on the rear side of the server blade enclosure. • Be sure that each interconnect module is firmly seated. The latch or handle will drop into place when the module is firmly seated.
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The following diagram illustrates the Ethernet signal connectivity between server bays and the interconnect bays through the backplane for the p-Class server enclosure. The following diagram illustrates the Ethernet signal connectivity between server bays and the interconnect bays though the backplane for p-Class server enclosures with enhanced backplane components that support high-density blade servers.
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Cabling the interconnect switch IMPORTANT: If you are replacing an existing ProLiant BL p-Class GbE2 Interconnect Switch or upgrading from a ProLiant BL p-Class GbE Interconnect Switch, a ProLiant BL p-Class RJ-45 Patch Panel, or a ProLiant BL p-Class RJ-45 Patch Panel 2 and have strict security requirements, you can perform one of the following: • Do not cable the interconnect switch until after configuration. • Connect the interconnect switch to the Diagnostic Station.
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If the interconnect switch does not obtain the IP address by means of the BOOTP service, you can access the interconnect switch locally and configure the IP address manually. After assigning the IP address to the interconnect switch, you can then access the switch remotely. Interconnect switch front panel To access the interconnect switch locally: 1.
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NIC LED functions Item Description Status 1 Link speed Amber = 1000 Mb/s Interconnect module LEDs Item Description Status 1 Link activity Green = Link and no activity Green = 100 Mb/s Green flashing = Link and activity Off = 10 Mb/s 2 Link activity Amber = Connector disabled Green = Link and no activity Green flashing = Link and activity Amber = Port disabled Off = No link NIC LED assignments Item Description 1 Downlink ports 1-16 2 Crosslink ports 17-18 3 Rear panel uplink ports