HP BL2x220c HP ProLiant BL2x220c Generation 5 Server Blade User Guide - Page 36

Cabling, Using the HP c-Class Blade SUV Cable

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Cabling Using the HP c-Class Blade SUV Cable The HP c-Class Blade SUV Cable enables the user to perform server blade administration, configuration, and diagnostic procedures by connecting video and USB devices directly to the server blade. For SUV cable connectors, see "HP c-Class Blade SUV Cable (on page 12)." Connecting locally to a server blade with video and USB devices Use the SUV cable to connect a monitor and any of the following USB devices: • USB hub • USB keyboard • USB mouse • USB CD/DVD-ROM drive • USB diskette drive Numerous configurations are possible. This section offers two possible configurations. For more information, see "USB support and functionality (on page 51)." Accessing a server blade with local KVM For this configuration, a USB hub is not necessary. To connect additional devices, use a USB hub. CAUTION: Before disconnecting the SUV cable from the connector, always squeeze the release buttons on the sides of the connector. Failure to do so can result in damage to the equipment. 1. Connect the SUV cable to either the server A or server B SUV connector. For SUV connector locations, see "Front panel components (on page 6)." 2. Connect the video connector to a monitor. 3. Connect a USB mouse to one USB connector. Cabling 36

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Cabling 36
Cabling
Using the HP c-Class Blade SUV Cable
The HP c-Class Blade SUV Cable enables the user to perform server blade administration, configuration,
and diagnostic procedures by connecting video and USB devices directly to the server blade. For SUV
cable connectors, see "HP c-Class Blade SUV Cable (on page
12
)."
Connecting locally to a server blade with video and
USB devices
Use the SUV cable to connect a monitor and any of the following USB devices:
USB hub
USB keyboard
USB mouse
USB CD/DVD-ROM drive
USB diskette drive
Numerous configurations are possible. This section offers two possible configurations. For more
information, see "USB support and functionality (on page
51
)."
Accessing a server blade with local KVM
For this configuration, a USB hub is not necessary. To connect additional devices, use a USB hub.
CAUTION:
Before disconnecting the SUV cable from the connector, always squeeze the
release buttons on the sides of the connector. Failure to do so can result in damage to the
equipment.
1.
Connect the SUV cable to either the server A or server B SUV connector. For SUV connector
locations, see "Front panel components (on page
6
)."
2.
Connect the video connector to a monitor.
3.
Connect a USB mouse to one USB connector.