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ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Second Edition (April 2001) Part Number 216597-002 Compaq Computer Corporation - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 2
without notice. The warranties for Compaq products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Second Edition (April 2001) Part - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 3
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Introduction ...1 Kit Contents...2 Tools Required ...2 Upgrade Precautions...3 Preparing the Server ...4 Selecting an Upgrade Method 4 Preparing the Server for the Upgrade 6 Updating the Drivers, System Partition, and Compaq the Upgrade 26 - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 4
iv Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide continued Removing the Virtual Power Button Cable 31 Removing Cable Segment A 31 Removing Cable Segment B 36 Removing Cable Segment C 39 Index - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 5
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Introduction Use this option kit and the instructions provided in this guide to add PCI-X technology and the ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU) to Compaq ProLiant™ 8500 servers. The upgrade is performed by one of two methods. The method used depends - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 6
™ for Servers 5.0 CD I Compaq ProLiant DL760 Documentation CD I ProLiant 8500 I/O Module Upgrade Migration diskette I Compaq ProLiant 8500 Server I/O Module Upgrade Quick Installation poster I Two PCI/PCI-X access panel hood labels I One ProLiant DL760 server label I Two service number labels Tools - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 7
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 3 Upgrade Precautions WARNING: There is a risk of personal injury from hazardous energy levels. The installation of options and routine maintenance and servicing of this product shall be performed by individuals who are knowledgeable about the - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 8
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Preparing the Server This section explains the two upgrade methods that can be used. Also, the procedures necessary to prepare the existing server for the upgrade are discussed in this section. Selecting an Upgrade Method The I/O module upgrade - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 9
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 5 Table 2 Upgrade Methods Scenario Method to Use Explanation No operating system is installed on the existing server. Method 1 SmartStart for Servers 5.0 will be used to install a supported operating system. A non-supported operating - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 10
6 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Preparing the Server for the Upgrade After you have determined which upgrade method to use, use the following procedures to prepare the server for the upgrade: CAUTION: The ProLiant 8500 I/O Module upgrade process may destroy data on the server - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 11
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 7 Updating the Drivers, System Partition, and Compaq Insight Manager Console USE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ONLY IF YOU ARE USING UPGRADE METHOD 2 TO PERFORM THE UPGRADE. IMPORTANT: SmartStart for Servers 5.0 can no longer be used to create a Compaq - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 12
8 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide I Novell NetWare 1. Insert the SmartStart for Servers 5.0 CD in the server. 2. Mount the CDROM drive. 3. Run the update utility by typing: LOAD CPQSMST500:CPQSUPSW\NSSD\INSTALL\CPQNSSU.NLM 4. Follow the screen instructions. I SCO UnixWare - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 13
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 9 Updating the System Partition The System Partition must be updated with the System Dispatcher and Compaq Server Diagnostics utilities. To update the System Partition: 1. Insert the SmartStart for Servers 5.0 CD into the server. 2. Boot the - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 14
same ProLiant 8500 I/O Module Upgrade Migration diskette. Each upgrade kit is supplied with its own diskette. 5. Power down the server. NOTE: For more information regarding powering down the server and accessing the I/O board, refer to the server installation guide or maintenance and service guide - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 15
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 11 Removing the Existing I/O Module The section describes the procedures necessary to remove the existing I/O module from the server. Removing the Cable Management Arm IMPORTANT: All PCI expansion boards must be removed from the server to perform - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 16
12 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Accessing the Existing I/O Module The ProLiant 8500 server has a top latch security screw on the top access panel, as shown in Figure 2. The screw prevents access to the Processor and Memory Module, and the I/O module. There is also a shipping - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 17
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 13 3. Open the air baffle in the I/O module. 4. Loosen the shipping screw between the Processor and Memory Module and the I/O module as shown in Figure 4. 2 1 Figure 4. Loosening the shipping screw 5. Close the air baffle and the top access - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 18
14 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Removing the I/O Module CAUTION: If the server is equipped with a three-segment virtual power button cable, refer to the "Removing the Virtual Power Button Cable" section at the end of this guide for further instructions before continuing with - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 19
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 15 3. Press in the module stop latches on both sides and pull the module out of the chassis . 4 5 Figure 6. Removing the existing I/O module - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 20
16 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Transferring I/O Expansion Boards Between the I/O Modules This section provides instructions on removing I/O expansion boards from the existing I/O module and installing them into the new I/O module. IMPORTANT: If performing the upgrade Method - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 21
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 17 New I/O Module PCI/PCI-X Slot Information The following section describes the new slot keying on the new I/O module. Also, a description of the supported I/O boards is given. I/O Board Slot Descriptions The new I/O module has 11 slots divided - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 22
18 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide I/O Expansion Board Descriptions The Primary bus will accept a 64-bit 5V PCI board or a 64-bit universal PCI board . The Secondary and Tertiary buses will - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 23
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 19 PCI-X and PCI Bus Distribution Guidelines The new I/O board in the new PCI-X, and 133-MHz PCI-X Boards (3.3V keying) Note: All PCI-X buses support PCI cards at 33 MHz Note: The bus speed will only run as fast as the slowest card installed - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 24
20 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Installing the I/O Expansion Boards in the New I/O Module IMPORTANT: If you are using upgrade Method 1 and you will be installing new PCI/PCI-X expansion boards, do so using the procedures in this section. 1. Press on the top of the - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 25
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 21 4. Install any new PCI/PCI-X expansion boards at this time (only if performing upgrade Method 1). 5. Insert an expansion board into the appropriate expansion slot , pushing firmly until the board is seated properly. IMPORTANT: If performing - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 26
22 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Installing the Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition Board If you are installing a Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition board, follow these procedures. Otherwise, continue with the "Installing the New I/O Module" section of this guide. NOTE: The - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 27
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 23 4. Locate the ProLiant DL760 Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition adapter cable next to slot 9. The LED indicator cover must be opened to access the cable. Figure 14. Locating the ProLiant DL760 Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition adapter cable 5. - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 28
24 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 6. Connect the ProLiant DL760 Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition adapter cable to the cable connector on the Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition board . 7. Close the air baffle . 2 1 Figure 16. Connecting the ProLiant DL760 Remote Insight - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 29
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 25 Installing the New I/O Module Before sliding the I/O module into the server, verify that the correct module is being installed. 1. Verify that the serial number on the new I/O module matches the serial number on the service number labels - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 30
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Completing the Upgrade This section describes the procedures necessary to complete the upgrade. Installing the New Labels 1. Slide the server the ProLiant DL760 server model number label over the 8500 label . Place the service number labels - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 31
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 27 4. Slide the server into the rack. 5. Secure the server to the rack. Connecting the Cable Management Arm and Cables 1. Connect the cable management arm to the server , and secure it using the thumbscrew . 1 2 Figure 19. Connecting the - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 32
28 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Transferring the Serial Number to the New I/O Module 1. With the ProLiant 8500 I/O Module Upgrade Migration diskette loaded, boot the server. The screen will display two options: GRestore Migration Information GExit and Reboot System 2. - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 33
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 29 Confirming the Serial Number and Service Number Display After the server completes the Power-On Self Test, press the F9 key to access the RBSU configuration utility screen. 1. Verify that the server serial number displayed matches the serial - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 34
30 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Configuring the Server USE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ONLY IF YOU ARE USING UPGRADE METHOD 1 TO PERFORM THE UPGRADE. IMPORTANT: Data loss will occur if you are performing upgrade Method 2 and you continue with these procedures. SmartStart is the - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 35
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 31 Removing the Virtual Power Button Cable If the server was installed with a three-segment virtual power button cable, the cable must be removed. Each segment of the virtual power button cable is labeled A through C and has factory-installed - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 36
32 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 2. Push in on the sides of the cam levers on the media module and rotate the top of the levers downward . 3. Pull the media module - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 37
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 33 5. Disconnect the keyed cable segments A and B. B A Figure 22. Disconnecting cable segments A and B 6. Remove the self-adhesive cable guide of cable segment A from the rightmost wall of the media module, adjacent to the Power On/Standby - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 38
34 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 7. Disconnect the keyed connector of the server's Power On/Standby cable from the dual-head connector. Figure 24. Disconnecting the Power On/Standby cable 8. Disconnect the keyed dual-head connector of cable segment A from the Power On/Standby - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 39
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 35 9. Connect the Power On/Standby switch connector to the media board in the media module. Figure 26. Connecting the Power On/Standby switch connector 10. Set the media module aside. Cable segment A is now removed. - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 40
36 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide Removing Cable Segment B Cable segment B is situated on the system midplane board and connects cable segment A in the media module to cable segment C in the I/O module. 1. Slide the server out of the rack until it is fully extended. 2. - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 41
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 37 3. Looking down on the server from the front, disconnect the keyed cable segments B and C, located on the right side just forward of the air baffle. Figure 28. Disconnecting cable segments B and C 4. Viewing the server from the front, remove - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 42
38 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 5. Remove the power supplies located under the I/O module on the rear of the server to gain access to cable segment B. 6. Viewing the server from the rear, remove the cable guide with Velcro from the back of the vertical wall of the system - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 43
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 39 Removing Cable Segment C Cable segment C of the virtual power button cable is situated in the I/O module and connects to cable segment B located in the system midplane. Viewing the server from the rear, slide the I/O module out of the server - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 44
40 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 4. Disconnect the four-pin connector of cable segment C from the virtual power button J-12 connector on the Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition board. Figure 33. Disconnecting cable segment C from the Remote Insight LightsOut Edition board 5. - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 45
Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide 41 6. Viewing the server from the front, open the I/O module air baffle and remove the four-pin connector end of the cable from the air baffle . 7. Remove the self-adhesive cable guides of cable segment C from the lip on the outside wall of - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 46
board installing 22 virtual power button cable 14, 31 Compaq Server Diagnostics installing 30 updating 9 configuration, server 30 D data drives, disconnecting 6 E electrical safety warnings 3 Environmental Variables (EVs) 10 expansion boards removing 11 support for 2 transferring I/O 16 G grounding - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 47
2 Compaq ProLiant 8500 Server I/O Module Upgrade installation I/O expansion boards 20 labels 26 operating system 30 Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition Board 22 L labels, installing 26 M media module, removing 32 Microsoft Windows support for 4 updating drivers 7 Microsoft Windows 2000 support for 2, - Compaq ProLiant 8500 | Compaq ProLiant 8500 Servers I/O Module Upgrade Guide - Page 48
process 10 reporting of 1 transferring 28 service number confirmation of 29 labeling 26 reporting of 1 SmartStart for Servers CD 5, 30 System Erase Utility 30 System Partition creation of 30 updating 9 U UnixWare support for 2, 4 updating drivers 8 Index 3 upgrade duration 2 kit contents 2 methods
ProLiant 8500 Servers
I/O Module Upgrade Guide
Second Edition (April 2001)
Part Number 216597-002
Compaq Computer Corporation