Compaq ProLiant ML530 Server Overview

Compaq Proliant ML530

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Compaq ProLiant ML530 Server Overview

Description

The ProLiant ML530 server is built on the strength of the ProLiant family of

servers. In addition to the new 1GHz processor, the ProLiant ML530 server has a

completely redesigned 7U chassis for maximum system expansion and

serviceability. The increased available system memory and internal mass storage

provide maximum expansion room. Redundancy and hot-plug features ensure

uninterrupted productivity and availability from the server.

New Models

The following table provides the part numbers and configuration codes for the

updated ProLiant ML530:

Table 1: Part Numbers and Configuration Codes

Server Model Part Number Configuration Code

ML530T01-X1000-256 161152-xx1 FPW1

ML530R01-X1000-256K 161153-xx1 FPX1

New Features

Key features for the new models of the ProLiant ML530 server include:

n 1-GHz Intel PIII Processor with 133-MHz, 256-KB cache, front-side bus

(FSB)

n Eight DIMM sockets that support memory up to 4 GB using 512-MB

DIMMs

n Eight PCI Slots:

• Two 64-bit, 66-MHz

• Five 64-bit, 33-MHz

• One 32-bit, 33-MHz

n 450-watt hot-pluggable power supply with optional hot-pluggable redundant

power supply (2 + 1 redundancy)

n Tool-free design for easy access to drives and other internal components

n Mass internal storage of 436.8 GB (with optional second drive cage installed)

n New chassis design with a pull-out drawer for ease of service—drawer

dimensions: 20 x 12.8 x 26.5 inches (50.8 x 32.5 x 67.3 centimeters)

n Up to 16 drive bays (12 hot-pluggable hard drive bays, CD-ROM drive,

diskette drive, and two removable media bays)

n Compaq Insight Manager, SmartStart, Integrated Remote Console (IRC), and

Automatic Server Recovery-2 (ASR-2)

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Compaq Proliant ML530 Compaq ProLiant  ML530 Server Overview Description The ProLiant ML530 server is built on the strength of the ProLiant family of servers. In addition to the new 1GHz processor, the ProLiant ML530 server has a completely redesigned 7U chassis for maximum system expansion and serviceability. The increased available system memory and internal mass storage provide maximum expansion room. Redundancy and hot-plug features ensure uninterrupted productivity and availability from the server.
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Compaq Proliant ML530 High-speed IDE CD-ROM drive n Switch Settings Table 2 lists the new SW1 settings for the 1.0GHz processor. Table 2: SW1 Switch Settings Switch Positions Number S2 S3 S4 S5 SW1 ON OFF OFF OFF Options Table 3 describes the option kit required to upgrade existing models of the ML530: Table 3: Upgrade Options Description Processor Option Kit Model Pentium III Xeon 1.
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Compaq Proliant ML530 New Versions of Required Utilities SmartStart 4.9 SmartStart 4.9 Assisted OpenServer Install Starting from SS4.9, the SmartStart assisted OpenServer install has been changed. In order to install OpenServer, the user has to input boot strings to specify which driver should be loaded for the primary controller. Without the right boot string, OpenServer may not be able to detect the root disk.
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Compaq Proliant ML530 New Installation/Repair Procedures None Service Considerations None 4 of 4 Rev. 0.