HP 1U - Manual
The HP BladeSystem p-Class 1U power enclosure is a modular, hot-plug solution designed to deliver redundant and efficient power management for server blades in small businesses or remote office environments. This system emphasizes fault tolerance through dual-power supply redundancy, dynamic load balancing via power zones, and support for single-phase power configurations. Key features include bi-directional e-fuse protection, serial port diagnostics for monitoring status (uptime, temperature, faults), and compatibility with various rack setups–such as 1U or mixed 1U/3U enclosures–to optimize power distribution while maintaining reliability. The documentation covers setup requirements, including PDU configurations (e.g., dual-feed redundancy for AC power) and cable management, alongside safety guidelines for installation. It also addresses advanced features like the dynamic power saver, which optimizes standby power supplies during low load without compromising redundancy. While primarily focused on hardware integration, it highlights firmware upgrades and serial access protocols essential for troubleshooting and configuration.
Table of Contents:
- Page 1 – Table of Contents for Power Enclosure Technology Brief
- Page 2 – International Specifications and System Configuration Topics
- Page 3 – Introduction to the HP BladeSystem p-Class 1U Power Enclosure
- Page 4 – Power Enclosure Bay Configuration and Redundancy Setup
- Page 5 – Hot-Plug Power Management Module Features
- Page 6 – Power Zone Management in Mixed Enclosure Environments
- Page 7 – Dynamic Power Saver Feature Operation
- Page 8 – Enabling Dynamic Power Saver and Status Monitoring
- Page 9 – Serial Port Status Display and Settings
- Page 10 – Remote Access and Cabling System
- Page 11 – Interconnection Procedures and Safety Precautions
- Page 12 – Power Supply Installation Guidelines and Sizing Utility
- Page 13 – PDU Usage Considerations with Power Enclosures
- Page 14 – Power Connection Method for PDU Phases
- Page 15 – Standard Configuration with ProLiant BL35p Blades
- Page 16 – Rack Configuration for Multiple Server Blade Enclosures
- Page 17 – Configuration with ProLiant BL20p Server Blades
- Page 18 – Power Distribution Risks and Installation Guidelines
- Page 19 – PDU Mounting Configurations in Server Racks
- Page 20 – Rack Configuration and UPS Integration
- Page 21 – AC Feed Redundancy with UPS
- Page 22 – Web Resources and Copyright Information
The HP BladeSystem p-Class 1U power enclosure: hot-plug,
redundant power for a server blade enclosure
technology brief
Abstract.............................................................................................................................................. 3
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 3
Components of the enclosure ................................................................................................................ 3
Hot-plug, redundant power supplies ................................................................................................... 3
Redundant AC power ....................................................................................................................... 4
Hot-plug power management module ................................................................................................. 5
Features of the enclosure ...................................................................................................................... 5
Bi-directional electronic e-fuse ............................................................................................................ 5
Power zones.................................................................................................................................... 5
Firmware in mixed environments .................................................................................................... 6
Dynamic power saver ....................................................................................................................... 7
Enabling dynamic power saver ...................................................................................................... 8
Serial port ....................................................................................................................................... 8
Remote access to the serial port ................................................................................................... 10
Efficient cabling ............................................................................................................................. 10
Management link cable............................................................................................................... 11
Power distribution unit cables....................................................................................................... 11
Infrastructure configurations ................................................................................................................ 12
Using PDUs with the 1U power enclosure.......................................................................................... 13
Redundancy............................................................................................................................... 13
Maximum rated VA capacity ....................................................................................................... 13
Number of PDU outlets ................................................................................................................ 13
Three-phase input ....................................................................................................................... 13
Standard configurations .................................................................................................................. 15
Using ProLiant BL35p server blades .............................................................................................. 15
Using ProLiant BL30p server blades .............................................................................................. 16
Using ProLiant BL20p server blades .............................................................................................. 17
Risks associated with extreme density ............................................................................................... 18
North America/Japan................................................................................................................. 18
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About this manual
- Brand
- HP
- Model
- 1U
- Document type
- Manual
- Language(s)
- English
- Pages
- 22
- File size
- 2.4 MB
- Format
Summary
Outline of topics covering hot-plug, redundant power features, and configurations for the HP BladeSystem p-Class 1U power enclosure.
Listing of international specifications, supported rack configurations for 40 A PDUs, UPS usage with 1U enclosures, and related topics.
Explanation of the power enclosure's purpose as a hot-plug, redundant power solution for server blades, system components, and suitability for various environments.
