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1-10 Compaq ProLiant DL380 Generation 2 Server Setup and Installation Guide Server Configuration and Management Compaq offers an extensive set of features and optional tools to support effective server configuration and management. This section briefly explains the following features: ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU) RBSU performs a wide range of configuration activities and provides access to numerous settings, including those for system devices, operating system selection, boot controller order, and online spare memory. Redundant ROM Support The ProLiant DL380 Generation 2 server has two 1-MB ROMs: one of which contains the current version of the ROM, while the second contains the previous version of the ROM. If the first ROM becomes corrupt, the system defaults to the backup version, maximizing uptime and sever availability. ROMPaq Utility Flash ROM enables you to upgrade the firmware (BIOS) with system or option ROMPaq utilities. Smart Components for Remote ROM Flash Smart Components for Remote ROM Flash enables Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 operating systems administrators to efficiently upgrade and manage system and array controller ROMs. This tool has the following features: Works offline and online Integrates with other Compaq software maintenance, deployment, and operating system tools Automatically checks for hardware, firmware, and operating system dependencies, and installs only the correct ROM upgrades required by each target server ROM Legacy USB Support The ProLiant DL380 Generation 2 server supports several USB devices for operating systems that provide USB support: CD-ROM and diskette drives, keyboards, and mouse devices. For operating systems without USB support, the ProLiant DL380 Generation 2 server ROM provides USB support for keyboards and mouse devices.

Section	Page
Compaq ProLiant DL380 Generation 2 Server Setup and Installation Guide	1
Notice	2
Contents	3
About This Guide	10
Text Conventions	10
Symbols in Text	11
Symbols on Equipment	11
Important Safety Information	12
Getting Help	13
Compaq Technical Support	13
Compaq Website	13
Compaq Authorized Reseller	14
Chapter 1: Server Features	15
ProLiant DL380 Generation 2 Server	15
Industry Support	17
Customer Support	17
Standard Features	17
Processors	17
System Memory	18
Expansion Slots	18
SCSI Subsystem	18
Smart Array 5i Controller	19
Standard Network Interface Controllers	19
Mass Storage Devices	20
Standard Interfaces	20
Video	21
ROM	21
Hot-Plug Fans	21
Hot-Plug Power Supply	22
LED Indicators	22
Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition (Optional)	22
Warranties and Services	22
Three-Year, On-Site, Limited Global Warranty	23
Next Business Day Response	23
Pre-Failure Warranty	23
Server Configuration and Management	24
Security Features	26
Diagnostic Tools	27
Chapter 2: Planning the Server Installation	28
Optimum Environment	29
Space and Airflow Requirements	29
Temperature Requirements	30
Power Requirements	30
Grounding Requirements	31
Rack Planning Resources	31
Rack Warnings and Cautions	33
Server Warnings and Cautions	34
Server Shipping Contents	34
Optional Installation Service	35
Chapter 3: Installing Hardware Options	37
Hardware Option Procedures	38
Additional Options and Procedures	38
Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition	38
Rack Deployment Options	39
Preparation Procedures	39
Powering Down the Server	39
Access Panel Warnings	41
Removing the Access Panel	42
Installing the Access Panel	43
Removing the Air Baffle	45
Installing the Air Baffle	45
Identifying System Board Components	46
Processors and PPMs	47
Processor and PPM Warnings and Cautions	48
Removing a Processor	48
Installing a Processor	51
Removing a PPM	53
Installing a PPM	54
Memory	55
DIMM Slot Identification	56
Maximum Memory Configuration	56
Online Spare Memory Configuration	57
DIMM Installation Guidelines	57
Installing DIMMs	58
System Drives and Blanks	59
Removing Hard Drive Blanks	59
Guidelines for Installing Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drives	60
SCSI ID Numbers	61
Installing External Storage Devices	61
Removing Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drives	62
Installing Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drives	63
Removing the CD-ROM Drive	64
Installing the CD Blank	64
Installing a Compaq Universal Hot-Plug Tape Drive	65
Hot-Plug Components	67
Installing a Redundant Hot-Plug Fan	67
Standard Configuration	67
Redundant Configuration	67
Installing a Redundant Hot-Plug Power Supply	69
Expansion Boards	71
Identifying the Expansion Slots	72
Removing the PCI Shipping Bracket	72
Removing the PCI Riser Cage	74
Removing Expansion Slot Covers	76
Installing Non-Hot-Plug Expansion Boards	78
Installing Hot-Plug Expansion Boards	81
Chapter 4: Installing the Server	82
Server Installation Guidelines	82
Server Installation Procedures	83
Measuring with the Template	83
Installing Standard Rails into the Rack	86
Installing the Server Rails on the Chassis	89
Inserting the Server into the Rack	89
Installing the Cable Management Arm	92
Connecting the Power Cord and Peripheral Devices	95
Identifying Rear Panel Connectors	95
Power Cords	97
Securing the Cables to the Cable Management Arm	98
Powering Up the Server	99
Installing an Operating System	99
Registering Your Server	100
Routine Maintenance	101
Maintenance and Service Procedures	101
Extending the Server from the Rack	101
Chapter 5: Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition (Optional)	103
Introduction	103
Features	106
Installation	111
Configuration and Operation	115
Chapter 6: Server Cabling	116
Internal Cabling	117
Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drives	117
CD MultiBay Cable	118
Diskette Interface Cable	118
System Cables	119
Power Button/LED Cable	120
PCI Hot Plug Backplane Cable	120
Power Cabling	121
ProLiant DL380 Generation 2 Server Options	122
Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition Option	122
Optional Internal PCI Array Controller	122
External Cabling	123
Power Cord and Peripheral Device Cabling	123
External Mass Storage Cabling	123
SCSI Cabling Guidelines	124
SCSI Hard Drive Installation Guidelines	124
Chapter 7: Server Configuration and Utilities	125
ROM-Based Setup Utility	126
Navigating RBSU	126
Using RBSU	126
System Options	127
IPL Device Boot Order	128
PCI Devices	128
Boot Controller Order	128
Date and Time	128
Server Passwords	128
Automatic Server Recovery	129
Server Asset Tags	129
Advanced Options	129
Utility Language	130
Configuring Online Spare Memory	132
Redundant ROM Support	132
Safety and Security Benefits	132
Access to Redundant ROM Settings	133
ROMPaq Utility	133
Smart Components for Remote ROM Flash	134
ROM Legacy USB Support	134
Compaq SmartStart for Servers CD	135
SmartStart Diskette Builder	136
SmartStart Scripting Toolkit	136
Compaq Insight Manager XE	137
Compaq Diagnostics Utility	138
Automatic Server Recovery-2	138
Integrated Management Log	139
Identifying Severity Levels	139
Viewing the Log	139
Compaq Insight Manager XE	139
Compaq Survey Utility	140
Chapter 8: PCI Hot Plug Technology	142
PCI Hot Plug Technology	143
PCI Hot Plug System	143
PCI Hot Plug Application	143
PCI Hot Plug Feature	144
PCI Hot Plug LEDs and Button	144
Installing Hot-Plug Expansion Boards	149
PCI Hot Plug Application Support	152
PCI Hot Plug Utility for Windows NT	152
Performing Hot-Plug Actions	153
Connecting to a Remote Machine	153
Replacing an Expansion Board	154
Compaq PCI Hot Plug Utility Messages	154
Novell NetWare Configuration Manager Console	155
Navigating NCMCON Menus	155
Performing Hot-Plug Actions	155
Viewing Slot Detail Information	156
Removing an Expansion Board	156
Replacing an Expansion Board	156
Adding an Expansion Board	157
Novell NetWare Operating System Messages	158
Appendix A: Regulatory Compliance Notices	159
Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers	159
Federal Communications Commission Notice	159
Class A Equipment	160
Class B Equipment	160
Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo – United States Only	161
Modifications	161
Cables	161
Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien)	162
Class A Equipment	162
Class B Equipment	162
European Union Notice	162
Japanese Notice	163
Taiwanese Notice	163
Laser Devices	163
Laser Safety Warnings	164
Compliance with CDRH Regulations	164
Compliance with International Regulations	164
Laser Product Label	164
Laser Information	165
Battery Replacement Notice	165
Power Cords	166
Mouse Compliance Statement	166
Appendix B: Electrostatic Discharge	167
Preventing Electrostatic Damage	167
Grounding Methods	168
Appendix C: Server Error Messages	169
Appendix D: Troubleshooting	170
When the Server Does Not Start	172
Diagnostic Steps	174
Problems After Initial Boot	180
ROMPaq Disaster Recovery	182
Other Information Resources	182
Appendix E: LED Indicators and Switches	183
LEDs	183
Front Panel LEDs	184
Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drive LEDs	185
PCI Riser Cage LEDs	188
PCI Hot Plug LEDs	189
RJ-45 Network Connector LEDs	190
Rear Unit Identification LED Switch	191
Hot-Plug Power Supply LED	192
Hot-Plug Fan LEDs	193
Power Converter Module LED	194
System Board LEDs	194
System LEDs and Internal Health LED Status Combinations	196
Switches	199
SCSI Interlock Disable Switch	200
NMI Switch	200
System Maintenance Switch	201
Appendix F: Server Specifications	202
ProLiant DL380 Generation 2 Servers	202
Rack Model	203
Rack Model with Optional Redundant Power Supply	204
Appendix G: System Battery	205
System Board Battery Replacement	205