Page 3 - Contents; Component Identification
3 Contents Component Identification 7 Server Blade Components .................................................................................................................... 7 Front Panel LEDs .........................................................................................................
Page 4 - Configuration and Utilities
4 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Local I/O Cabling 39 Using the Local I/O Cable ................................................................................................................. 39 Local Administration Using iLO ................................................................
Page 5 - Troubleshooting 73
Contents 5 Troubleshooting 73 Troubleshooting Resources ................................................................................................................ 73 Server Diagnostic Steps ...........................................................................................................
Page 6 - Technical Support
6 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Technical Support 107 Before You Contact HP ................................................................................................................... 107 HP Contact Information ........................................................................
Page 7 - In This Section; Server Blade Components
7 Component Identification In This Section Server Blade Components .............................................................................................................. 7 Local I/O Cable ...........................................................................................................
Page 8 - Front Panel LEDs
8 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Front Panel LEDs Item Description Status 1 UID LED Blue = Identified Blue flashing = Active remote management Off = No active remote management 2 Health LED Green = Normal Flashing = Booting Amber = Degraded condition Red = Critical condition 3 NIC 1 LED* ...
Page 9 - Front Panel Components
Component Identification 9 Item Description Status 6 NIC 4 LED* Green = Network linked Green flashing = Network activity Off = No link or activity 7 Power On/Standby LED Green = On Amber = Standby (auxiliary power available) Off = Off 8 Hard drive activity LED Green/Flashing = Activity Off = No acti...
Page 10 - Rear Panel Components
10 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Item Description 1 Hot-plug SCSI hard drive bay 1 2 Power On/Standby button 3 Hot-plug SCSI hard drive bay 2 4 I/O port* * The I/O port is used with the local I/O cable to perform some server blade configuration and diagnostic procedures. Rear Panel Compo...
Page 11 - Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drive LED Combinations
Component Identification 11 Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drive LED Combinations Activity LED (1) Online LED (2) Fault LED (3) Interpretation On, off, or flashing On or off Flashing A predictive failure alert has been received for this drive. Replace the drive as soon as possible. On, off, or flashing On Off T...
Page 12 - Internal Components
12 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Internal Components Item Description 1 System maintenance switch (SW1) 2 DC filter module 3 Standard NIC mezzanine card 4 System Battery 5 Processor 2 memory bank 2
Page 13 - System Maintenance Switch
Component Identification 13 Item Description 6 Processor 2 memory bank 1 (shown populated) 7 DIMMs 5-8 8 Processor socket 2 (shown populated) 9 SCSI Backplane board connector 2 10 Fan connectors 11 Power button/LED board connector 12 SCSI Backplane board connector 1 13 Processor socket 1 (shown popu...
Page 15 - Server Blade Enclosure Bay Numbering
Component Identification 15 Server Blade Enclosure Bay Numbering Each server blade enclosure requires a pair of interconnect modules to provide network access for data transfer. Resolve bay numbering before determining connections between the server blades and interconnects. IMPORTANT: Note that ser...
Page 16 - iLO Connections
16 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide iLO Connections A single iLO connector resides on the server blade management module of the enhanced server blade enclosure. This RJ-45 connector enables remote manageability for each server blade in the enhanced server blade enclosure. For more informati...
Page 17 - Operations; Power Up the Server Blade
17 Operations In This Section Power Up the Server Blade .......................................................................................................... 17 Power Down the Server Blade...................................................................................................... 18 R...
Page 18 - Power Down the Server Blade; Remove the Server Blade
18 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide For more information about iLO, refer to "Configuration and Utilities (on page 45 )." Power Down the Server Blade Power down the server blade using either of the following methods: • • Press the Power On/Standby button on the server blade front pa...
Page 21 - Setup; Installing the HP BladeSystem Components; Verifying System Components
21 Setup In This Section Installing the HP BladeSystem Components ................................................................................ 21 Verifying System Components ..................................................................................................... 21 Connecting to the...
Page 22 - Connecting to the Network
22 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Connecting to the Network To connect the HP BladeSystem to a network, each server blade enclosure must be configured with a pair of network interconnects to manage signals between the server blades and the external network. For more information about inte...
Page 23 - Completing the Configuration
Setup 23 2. Install the server blade. When the server blade is fully inserted, it locks into place. The default setting for server blades initiates automatic power up. CAUTION: To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server blade enclosure unless all bays are populated wit...
Page 25 - Hardware Options Installation; Processor Option
25 Hardware Options Installation In This Section Processor Option .......................................................................................................................... 25 Memory Option .................................................................................................
Page 29 - Memory Option; DIMM Guidelines
Hardware Options Installation 29 Memory Option The server blade ships with two DIMMs installed in processor 1 memory bank 1. The server blade supports up to 16 GB of memory. Each processor has two banks consisting of two DIMM slots in each bank. CAUTION: Use only HP DIMMs. DIMMs from other sources m...
Page 30 - DIMM Numbering
30 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Certain configuration requirements exist with single- and dual-rank DIMMs that allow the architecture to optimize performance. A dual-rank DIMM is similar to having two separate DIMMs on the same module. Although only a single DIMM module, a dual-rank DIM...
Page 31 - Installing DIMMs
Hardware Options Installation 31 DIMM Slots Memory Bank 7-8 Processor 2 Memory Bank 2 Installing DIMMs To install the component: 1. Power down the server blade (on page 18 ). 2. Remove the server blade (on page 18 ). 3. Open the DIMM slot latches. 4. Install the DIMM. To remove DIMMs, reverse the in...
Page 32 - Hard Drive Option
32 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Hard Drive Option The server blade hot-plug SCSI hard drives have unique SCSI IDs that the system automatically sets. The IDs number from top to bottom on each server blade. IMPORTANT: Always populate hard drive bays starting with SCSI ID 0 (the top bay)....
Page 33 - Fibre Channel Adapter Option
Hardware Options Installation 33 2. Install the hard drive. 3. Determine the status of the hard drive from the hot-plug hard drive LEDs ("Hot-Plug SCSI Hard Drive LED Combinations" on page 11 ). 4. Resume normal server operations. Fibre Channel Adapter Option An optional dual port FC adapter...
Page 39 - Using the Local I/O Cable; Local Administration Using iLO
39 Local I/O Cabling In This Section Using the Local I/O Cable ............................................................................................................ 39 Local Administration Using iLO .................................................................................................
Page 41 - Accessing a Server Blade with Local KVM
Local I/O Cabling 41 CAUTION: Before disconnecting the local I/O cable, observe the following guidelines: • • • • • • • • Completely log out of the current iLO session before disconnecting from the iLO port. Do not remove the local I/O cable when the UID LED is flashing. Always squeeze the locking b...
Page 42 - Accessing a Server Blade with Local Media Devices
42 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide 2. Connect the video connector to a monitor. 3. Connect a USB mouse to one USB connector. 4. Connect a USB keyboard to the second USB connector. Item Description 1 Monitor 2 USB mouse 3 USB keyboard 4 Server blade Accessing a Server Blade with Local Media...
Page 45 - Server Blade Deployment Tools; Software Drivers and Additional Components
45 Configuration and Utilities In This Section Server Blade Deployment Tools................................................................................................... 45 Configuration Tools.........................................................................................................
Page 46 - ProLiant p-Class Advanced Management
46 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide For information on how to use these components with a Linux OS, refer to the HP website ( http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/servers/linux/documentation.html#howto s ). ProLiant p-Class Advanced Management iLO Advanced is a standard component of ProLiant ...
Page 47 - Network-Based PXE Deployment
Configuration and Utilities 47 • • Through an existing network (in the rack)—This method requires you to install the server blade in its enclosure and assign it an IP address manually or using DHCP. Through the server blade I/O port − In the rack—This method requires you to connect the local I/O cab...
Page 48 - Deployment Overview
48 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Deployment Overview When a PXE-enabled client boots, it obtains an IP address from a DHCP server. The client obtains the name of the NBP from the appropriate boot server. Then, the client uses TFTP to download the NBP from the boot server and executes the...
Page 50 - Static IP Bay Configuration
50 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide • Windows® repository server (only required for Windows® deployment) − Windows® 2000 or Windows® 2003 OS installed − Network connection − CD-ROM drive − 1.5 GB of available disk space − TCP/IP networking and an IP address compatible with one of the follow...
Page 51 - Deployment Methods
Configuration and Utilities 51 Static IP bay configuration automates the first step of BL p-Class blade deployment by enabling the iLO management processor in each blade slot to obtain a predefined IP address without relying on DHCP. iLO is immediately accessible for server deployment using Virtual ...
Page 52 - PXE Deployment; HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack
52 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide PXE Deployment PXE enables server blades to load an image over the network from a PXE server, and then execute it in memory. The first NIC on the server blade is the default PXE boot NIC, but any of the other NC series NICs can be configured to boot PXE. ...
Page 53 - SmartStart Scripting Toolkit
Configuration and Utilities 53 SmartStart Scripting Toolkit The SmartStart Scripting Toolkit is a server deployment product that delivers an unattended automated installation for high-volume server deployments. The SmartStart Scripting Toolkit is designed to support ProLiant BL, ML, and DL servers. ...
Page 54 - Virtual Devices tab.
54 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide NOTE: For more information about hardware and cabling configurations, refer to the documents that ship with the server blade enclosure or diagnostic station. Two methods are available for CD-ROM deployment: • iLO Virtual CD-ROM (on page 54 ) • USB CD-ROM ...
Page 55 - Diskette Image Deployment
Configuration and Utilities 55 To deploy with a boot CD: 1. Use the local I/O cable to connect a USB CD-ROM drive to the server blade. Refer to "Connecting Locally to a Server Blade with Video and USB Devices (on page 41 )." 2. Insert the boot CD into the USB CD-ROM drive. 3. Reboot the serv...
Page 56 - Creating a Boot Diskette
56 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Two methods are available for diskette image deployment: • iLO Virtual Floppy (on page 56 ) • PXE ("PXE Deployment" on page 52 ) Creating a Boot Diskette The SmartStart Scripting Toolkit provides the tools and information for creating a boot diske...
Page 57 - SAN Configuration; Configuration Tools
Configuration and Utilities 57 6. Use the iLO Virtual Power Button feature to reboot the server blade. 7. After the server blade boots, follow the normal network installation procedure for the OS. SAN Configuration The server blade provides FC support for SAN implementations. This solution uses an o...
Page 58 - SmartStart Software; HP ROM-Based Setup Utility
58 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Re-Entering the Server Serial Number and Product ID................................................................ 62 • • • • SmartStart Software SmartStart is a collection of software that optimizes single-server setup, providing a simple and consistent...
Page 59 - Using RBSU
Configuration and Utilities 59 • • • • Displaying system information Selecting the primary boot controller Configuring memory options Language selection For more information on RBSU, refer to the HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide on the Documentation CD or the HP website ( http://www.hp.com/serv...
Page 60 - Boot Options
60 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide NOTE: If the boot drive is not empty or has been written to in the past, ORCA does not automatically configure the array. You must run ORCA to configure the array settings. Drives Installed Drives Used RAID Level 1 1 RAID 0 2 2 RAID 1 3, 4, 5, or 6 3, 4, ...
Page 61 - Array Configuration Utility
Configuration and Utilities 61 For more information about BIOS Serial Console, refer to the BIOS Serial Console User Guide on the Documentation CD or the HP website ( http://www.hp.com/servers/smartstart ). Array Configuration Utility ACU is a browser-based utility with the following features: • • •...
Page 62 - Re-Entering the Server Serial Number and Product ID; Enter key to clear the warning.
62 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide • Deleting a logical drive configuration If you do not use the utility, ORCA will default to the standard configuration. For more information regarding array controller configuration, refer to the controller user guide. For more information regarding the ...
Page 63 - Management Tools; Automatic Server Recovery
Configuration and Utilities 63 Management Tools List of Tools: Automatic Server Recovery.......................................................................................................... 63 ROMPaq Utility...........................................................................................
Page 64 - Integrated Lights-Out Technology; HP Systems Insight Manager
64 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Integrated Lights-Out Technology The iLO subsystem is a standard component of selected ProLiant servers that provides server health and remote server manageability. The iLO subsystem includes an intelligent microprocessor, secure memory, and a dedicated n...
Page 65 - Management Agents; Safety and Security Benefits; USB Support
Configuration and Utilities 65 Management Agents Management Agents provide the information to enable fault, performance, and configuration management. The agents allow easy manageability of the server through HP SIM software, and third-party SNMP management platforms. Management Agents are installed...
Page 66 - Diagnostic Tools; HP Insight Diagnostics
66 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Legacy USB support provides USB functionality in environments where USB support is normally not available. Specifically, HP provides legacy USB functionality at: • • • • • POST RBSU Diagnostics DOS Environments which do not support USB natively For more i...
Page 67 - Survey Utility; Integrated Management Log
Configuration and Utilities 67 For more information or to download the utility, refer to the HP website ( http://www.hp.com/servers/diags ). Survey Utility Survey Utility, a feature within Insight Diagnostics, gathers critical hardware and software information on ProLiant servers. This utility suppo...
Page 68 - Remote Support and Analysis Tools; HP Instant Support Enterprise Edition
68 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide For more information, refer to the Management CD in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack. Remote Support and Analysis Tools List of Tools: HP Instant Support Enterprise Edition ...........................................................................
Page 69 - Open Services Event Manager; Keeping the System Current; Drivers
Configuration and Utilities 69 For more information, refer to the HP website ( http://h18000.www1.hp.com/support/svctools/ ). Open Services Event Manager OSEM is a standalone tool that performs real-time reactive and proactive service event filtering, analysis, and notification. The tool gathers eve...
Page 70 - Resource Paqs; System Online ROM Flash Component Utility
70 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide NOTE: If you are installing drivers from the SmartStart CD or the Software Maintenance CD, refer to the SmartStart website ( http://www.hp.com/servers/smartstart ) to be sure that you are using the latest version of SmartStart. For more information, refer...
Page 71 - Change Control and Proactive Notification
Configuration and Utilities 71 • • Works offline and online Supports Microsoft®, Windows® 2000, Windows® Server 2003, Novell Netware, and Linux operating systems IMPORTANT: This utility supports operating systems that may not be supported by the server. For operating systems supported by the server,...
Page 72 - Care Pack
72 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Care Pack HP Care Pack Services offer upgraded service levels to extend and expand standard product warranty with easy-to-buy, easy-to-use support packages that help you make the most of your server investments. Refer to the Care Pack website ( http://www...
Page 73 - Troubleshooting; Troubleshooting Resources; Server Diagnostic Steps
73 Troubleshooting In This Section Troubleshooting Resources .......................................................................................................... 73 Server Diagnostic Steps ............................................................................................................
Page 74 - Important Safety Information; Symbols on Equipment
74 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide To effectively troubleshoot a problem, HP recommends that you start with the first flowchart in this section, "Start Diagnosis Flowchart (on page 80 )," and follow the appropriate diagnostic path. If the other flowcharts do not provide a troublesh...
Page 76 - Warnings and Cautions
76 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock, remove all power cords to completely disconnect power from the system. Warnings and Cautions WARNING: Only authorized technicians trained by HP should attempt to repair this equipment. All trouble...
Page 78 - Preparing the Server for Diagnosis; Symptom Information
78 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Preparing the Server for Diagnosis 1. Be sure the server is in the proper operating environment with adequate power, air conditioning, and humidity control. Refer to the server documentation for required environmental conditions. 2. Record any error messa...
Page 79 - Service Notifications
Troubleshooting 79 • • • • • • What events preceded the failure? After which steps does the problem occur? What has been changed between the time the server was working and now? Did you recently add or remove hardware or software? If so, did you remember to change the appropriate settings in the ser...
Page 80 - Diagnostic Steps; Start Diagnosis Flowchart
80 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide • • Check any interlock or interconnect LEDs that may indicate a component is not connected properly. If problems continue to occur, remove and reinstall each device, checking the connectors and sockets for bent pins or other damage. Diagnostic Steps To e...
Page 83 - General Diagnosis Flowchart
Troubleshooting 83 General Diagnosis Flowchart The General Diagnosis flowchart provides a generic approach to troubleshooting. If you are unsure of the problem, or if the other flowcharts do not fix the problem, use the following flowchart. Item Refer to 1 "Symptom Information (on page 78 )"...
Page 85 - Server Blade Power-On Problems Flowchart
Troubleshooting 85 Server Blade Power-On Problems Flowchart Symptoms: • • • • • • • • • The server does not power on. The power on/standby LED is off or amber. The health LED is red or amber. NOTE: For the location of server LEDs and information on their statuses, refer to the server documentation. ...
Page 87 - POST Problems Flowchart
Troubleshooting 87 POST Problems Flowchart Symptoms: • • • • • Server does not complete POST NOTE: The server has completed POST when the system attempts to access the boot device. Server completes POST with errors Possible Problems: Improperly seated or faulty internal component Faulty KVM device F...
Page 89 - OS Boot Problems Flowchart
Troubleshooting 89 OS Boot Problems Flowchart Symptoms: • • • • Server does not boot a previously installed operating system Server does not boot SmartStart Possible Causes: Corrupted operating system Hard drive subsystem problem Item Refer to 1 HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide ( http://www.hp....
Page 92 - Server Fault Indications Flowchart
92 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Server Fault Indications Flowchart Symptoms: • Server boots, but a fault event is reported by Insight Management Agents (on page 65 ) • • • • • Server boots, but the internal health LED or external health LED is red or amber NOTE: For the location of serv...
Page 95 - Regulatory Compliance Notices; Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers
95 Regulatory Compliance Notices In This Section Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers .......................................................................... 95 Federal Communications Commission Notice ............................................................................. 96 Declar...
Page 96 - Federal Communications Commission Notice; FCC Rating Label
96 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Federal Communications Commission Notice Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and Regulations has established Radio Frequency (RF) emission limits to provide an interference-free radio frequency spectrum. Many electronic devices, i...
Page 97 - Class B Equipment
Regulatory Compliance Notices 97 Class B Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installat...
Page 98 - Cables
98 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide • • • • Hewlett-Packard Company P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 510101 Houston, Texas 77269-2000 1-281-514-3333 To identify this product, refer to the part, series, or model number found on the product. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shie...
Page 99 - Class A Equipment
Regulatory Compliance Notices 99 This marking is valid for non-Telecom products and EU harmonized Telecom products (e.g. Bluetooth). This marking is valid for EU non-harmonized Telecom products. *Notified body number (used only if applicable—refer to the product label) Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien...
Page 100 - Japanese Notice
100 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide Japanese Notice BSMI Notice
Page 101 - Korean Notices; Battery Replacement Notice
Regulatory Compliance Notices 101 Korean Notices Class A Equipment Class B Equipment Battery Replacement Notice WARNING: The computer contains an internal lithium manganese dioxide, a vanadium pentoxide, or an alkaline battery pack. A risk of fire and burns exists if the battery pack is not properly...
Page 102 - Taiwan Battery Recycling Notice
102 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide For more information about battery replacement or proper disposal, contact an authorized reseller or an authorized service provider. Taiwan Battery Recycling Notice The Taiwan EPA requires dry battery manufacturing or importing firms in accordance with A...
Page 103 - Electrostatic Discharge; Preventing Electrostatic Discharge
103 Electrostatic Discharge In This Section Preventing Electrostatic Discharge ............................................................................................. 103 Grounding Methods to Prevent Electrostatic Discharge............................................................. 104 • • •...
Page 105 - Specifications; Environmental Specifications; Server Specifications
105 Specifications In This Section Environmental Specifications ..................................................................................................... 105 Server Specifications ...............................................................................................................
Page 107 - Before You Contact HP
107 Technical Support In This Section Before You Contact HP .............................................................................................................. 107 HP Contact Information..........................................................................................................
Page 108 - Customer Self Repair
108 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide − Call 1-800-HP-INVENT (1-800-474-6836). This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored. − If you have purchased a Care Pack (service upgrade), call 1-800-633-3600. For more...
Page 109 - Acronyms and Abbreviations
109 Acronyms and Abbreviations ABEND abnormal end ACU Array Configuration Utility ADG Advanced Data Guarding ASR Automatic Server Recovery BBWC battery-backed write cache BIOS Basic Input/Output System DDR double data rate DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
Page 114 - WEBES; WfM; WINS
114 HP ProLiant BL25p Server Blade User Guide WEBES Web-Based Enterprise Service WfM Wired for Management WINS Windows® Internet Naming Service
Page 115 - Index
115 connectors 14 Index contacting HP 107 creating a network boot diskette 56 CSR (customer self repair) 108 customer self repair 108 A D ACU (Array Configuration Utility) 61 default settings 48 adding drives 32 deployment methods 47, 51 additional information 107 DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Pr...
