Page 3 - Contents; Planning the installation
3 Contents Planning the installation 7 Rack requirements................................................................................................................................ 7 Warnings, cautions, and importants .................................................................................
Page 5 - Troubleshooting 77
Contents 5 Troubleshooting 77 Troubleshooting resources ................................................................................................................. 77 Important safety information......................................................................................................
Page 7 - Rack requirements
7 Planning the installation In this section Rack requirements .......................................................................................................................... 7 Warnings, cautions, and importants..................................................................................
Page 11 - Space and airflow requirements
Planning the installation 11 CAUTION: Protect the equipment from AC power fluctuations and temporary interruptions with a regulating facility UPS device. This device protects the hardware from damage caused by power surges and voltage spikes and keeps the system in operation during a power failure. ...
Page 12 - Temperature requirements; Power requirements
12 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide Compaq branded 9000 Series racks provide proper server cooling from flow-through perforations in the front and rear doors that provide 65 percent open area for ventilation. CAUTION: Always use blanks to fill empty spaces in enclosures. This arra...
Page 13 - Grounding requirements
Planning the installation 13 It is important that the system be configured according to the guidelines in the HP BladeSystem p-Class System Overview and Planning white paper. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in an overload of the electrical circuits feeding the power enclosure. When per...
Page 15 - Installation overview
15 Installing HP BladeSystem p-Class enclosures In this section Installation overview .................................................................................................................... 15 Measuring with the rack template ................................................................
Page 16 - Measuring with the rack template
16 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide Measuring with the rack template NOTE: A rack template is not provided with the 1U power supply enclosure. Rack templates ship with the bus bars and provide detailed instructions on where to position bus bar hinges and enclosure rack rails. Each...
Page 20 - Installing the cage nuts
20 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide Installing the cage nuts Installing HP BladeSystem p-Class enclosures into the rack NOTE: Install all server blade enclosures before installing power distribution devices at the rear of the rack.
Page 21 - Installing HP BladeSystem p-Class 1U Power Enclosures
Installing HP BladeSystem p-Class enclosures 21 Installing HP BladeSystem p-Class 1U Power Enclosures CAUTION: Always plan the rack installation so that the heaviest item is on the bottom of the rack. Install the heaviest item first, and continue to populate the rack from the bottom to the top. Iden...
Page 22 - Installing an HP BladeSystem 1U Power Supply
22 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide Item Description Configuration 1 Power supply bay 1 Bus A 2 Power supply bay 2 Bus A 3 Power supply bay 3 Bus A 4 Power supply bay 4 Bus B 5 Power supply bay 5 Bus B 6 Power supply bay 6 Bus B Installing an HP BladeSystem 1U Power Supply If nece...
Page 23 - Installing HP BladeSystem p-Class 3U Power Enclosures; Identifying HP BladeSystem p-Class 3U Power Enclosure bays
Installing HP BladeSystem p-Class enclosures 23 Installing HP BladeSystem p-Class 3U Power Enclosures CAUTION: Always plan the rack installation so that the heaviest item is on the bottom of the rack. Install the heaviest item first, and continue to populate the rack from the bottom to the top. Iden...
Page 24 - Installing an HP BladeSystem 3U Power Supply
24 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide Item Description Configuration 1 Power supply bay 1 Bus A 2 Power supply bay 2 Bus A 3 Power supply bay 3 Bus A 4 Power supply bay 4 Bus B 5 Power supply bay 5 Bus B 6 Power supply bay 6 Bus B Installing an HP BladeSystem 3U Power Supply If nece...
Page 25 - Installing HP BladeSystem p-Class Server Blade Enclosures; Installing interconnects
Installing HP BladeSystem p-Class enclosures 25 Installing HP BladeSystem p-Class Server Blade Enclosures Installing interconnects Each server blade enclosure requires a pair of interconnects and server blades to provide network access for data transfer. The leftmost and rightmost bays of each serve...
Page 29 - Cabling and powering up the system; System cabling overview
29 Cabling and powering up the system In this section System cabling overview .............................................................................................................. 29 Identifying HP BladeSystem p-Class 1U Power Enclosure components ..................................... 31 Id...
Page 33 - Installing power distribution devices
Cabling and powering up the system 33 Item Description Cable type 6 AC input power connector for bus A AC power cord 7 DC output power connector for bus A DC power cable 8 Power enclosure grounding cable screw — 9 Power management link connectors to enclosure above RJ-45 management link cable 10 Pow...
Page 35 - Installing a scalable bus bar kit
Cabling and powering up the system 35 Installing a scalable bus bar kit NOTE: Use the location marks made when you measured the rack with the rack template.
Page 36 - Installing a mini bus bar kit
36 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide Installing a mini bus bar kit NOTE: Use the location marks made when you measured the rack with the rack template. Installing a power bus box WARNING: If using facility DC power, cables must be connected by a licensed electrician or trained serv...
Page 38 - Installing the power connectors
38 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide Installing the power connectors The power connectors are positioned to line up to adjacent server blade enclosures. WARNING: If using facility DC power, cables must be connected by a licensed electrician or trained service personnel familiar wit...
Page 39 - Cabling the management modules; Management cabling guidelines
Cabling and powering up the system 39 WARNING: Be sure that all circuit breakers are locked in the off position before connecting any power components. Cabling the management modules The server blade management modules and power management modules are cabled together in daisy-chain fashion to provid...
Page 40 - Additional guidelines for a 42U solution
40 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide On the server blade management module: • • • • • • The upper Management Link connects to the upper enclosure. The lower Management Link connects to the lower enclosure. The iLO port connects to the iLO network. On the power management module: Th...
Page 43 - Connecting to iLO; Cabling the network to the system
Cabling and powering up the system 43 Connecting to iLO NOTE: This section applies only to systems that are configured with an enhanced server blade enclosure. Cabling the network to the system Cable the interconnects to the network. Refer to the supporting documentation for specific details on cabl...
Page 44 - Connecting power cables to a mini bus bar
44 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide Connecting the HP BladeSystem p-Class 1U DC power cable to the server blade enclosure Connecting power cables to a mini bus bar Connect the power cables to the mini bus bar.
Page 45 - Removing the mini bus bar cover
Cabling and powering up the system 45 Removing the mini bus bar cover Connecting power cables to the mini bus bar WARNING: If using facility DC power, cables must be connected by a licensed electrician or trained service personnel familiar with high-power circuitry.
Page 46 - Replacing the mini bus bar cover
46 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide NOTE: If you are connecting two HP BladeSystem 3U Power enclosures to mini bus bars, refer to the HP BladeSystem Mini Bus Bar Dual Power Kit Installation Instructions or to the HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide. Replacing the m...
Page 47 - Securing the mini bus bars; Connecting power cables to a scalable bus bar
Cabling and powering up the system 47 Securing the mini bus bars Connecting power cables to a scalable bus bar Connect the DC power cables to the scalable bus bar.
Page 48 - Removing the scalable bus bar covers; Connecting power cables to the scalable bus bar
48 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide Removing the scalable bus bar covers WARNING: If using facility DC power, cables must be connected by a licensed electrician or trained service personnel familiar with high-power circuitry. Connecting power cables to the scalable bus bar
Page 49 - Replacing the scalable bus bar cover
Cabling and powering up the system 49 Replacing the scalable bus bar cover
Page 50 - Securing the scalable bus bars
50 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide Securing the scalable bus bars Connecting the load-balancing signal cable When a power zone is configured with two HP BladeSystem 3U Power Enclosures, the load-balancing signal cable must be used to enable the power enclosures to balance their p...
Page 52 - Installing the cable bracket
52 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide WARNING: If using facility DC power, cables must be connected by a licensed electrician or trained service personnel familiar with high-power circuitry. To connect the grounding cable: 1. Insert the mounting screw through the grounding cable lea...
Page 53 - Scalable bus bar configuration example
Cabling and powering up the system 53 • Scalable bus bar configuration example (on page 53 ) • Two mini bus bar configuration example (on page 54 ) • Redundant mini bus bar configuration example (on page 55 ) • Full rack 42U solution with two pairs of mini bus bars (on page 56 ) • Configuring the Dy...
Page 54 - Two mini bus bar configuration example
54 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide CAUTION: Always use blanks to fill empty spaces in enclosures. This arrangement ensures proper airflow. Using an enclosure without the proper blanks results in improper cooling that can lead to thermal damage. Two mini bus bar configuration exam...
Page 55 - Redundant mini bus bar configuration example
Cabling and powering up the system 55 CAUTION: Always use blanks to fill empty spaces in enclosures. This arrangement ensures proper airflow. Using an enclosure without the proper blanks results in improper cooling that can lead to thermal damage. Redundant mini bus bar configuration example The con...
Page 56 - Full rack 42U solution with two pairs of mini bus bars
56 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide Full rack 42U solution with two pairs of mini bus bars Observe the following additional guidelines for configuring a full-rack 42U solution with two pairs of mini bus bars: • • Set the power configuration switches to establish the two power zone...
Page 57 - Configuring the Dynamic Power Saver
Cabling and powering up the system 57 Item Description 1 Power zone 2 2 Zone 2 switches in the up (secondary) position 3 Power zone 1 4 Zone 1 switches in the down (default) position IMPORTANT: In installations configured with the HP BladeSystem 1U Power Enclosures and Power Supplies, the power zone...
Page 59 - Powering up the system
Cabling and powering up the system 59 Position Function 3 Reserved (off=default) Powering up the system WARNING: Be sure that all circuit breakers are locked in the off position before connecting any power components. Refer to the following procedures to power up your HP BladeSystem installation: • ...
Page 62 - Completing the installation
62 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide 4. Be sure that the server blade enclosure DC power LEDs are illuminated green. Refer to "LEDs, buttons, and switches (on page 63 )" or to the documentation included with the HP BladeSystem p-Class Server Blade Enclosure. Power is now ap...
Page 63 - LEDs; Server blade enclosure LEDs
63 LEDs, buttons, and switches In this section LEDs ............................................................................................................................................. 63 Buttons and switches .....................................................................................
Page 64 - Server blade management module LEDs
64 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide Item LED Description Status 1 Bus B power Off = No power available Green = Power available Red = Polarity reversed 2 Bus A power Off = No power available Green = Power available Red = Polarity reversed Server blade management module LEDs The ser...
Page 65 - Power management module LEDs
LEDs, buttons, and switches 65 Item LED Description Status 2 Unit identification Blue = Identified Off = No active remote management 3 Power LED Off = No power Green = Management module is powered up 4/5 Power configuration Off/Green = Power zone 1 (default) Green/Green = Power zone 2 (secondary) 6 ...
Page 67 - HP BladeSystem p-Class 1U Power Enclosure LEDs
LEDs, buttons, and switches 67 * All management link connector LEDs flash on all management modules when management modules are cabled improperly. Management link connector LEDs flash on the power management module only when power configuration switches are set improperly. HP BladeSystem p-Class 1U ...
Page 69 - HP BladeSystem p-Class 3U Power Enclosure LEDs
LEDs, buttons, and switches 69 HP BladeSystem p-Class 3U Power Enclosure LEDs The power enclosure has two LEDs, one for each bus, to indicate DC power presence. Use the following figure and table to identify LED locations and functions. Item LED Description Status 1 Bus B DC power Off = No DC power ...
Page 70 - HP BladeSystem p-Class 1U Power Supply LEDs
70 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide HP BladeSystem p-Class 1U Power Supply LEDs The power supply has two LEDs to indicate the power supply status. Use the following figure and table to identify LED locations and functions. NOTE: The Dynamic Power Saver configures the available pow...
Page 71 - HP BladeSystem p-Class 3U Power Supply LEDs; Buttons and switches
LEDs, buttons, and switches 71 HP BladeSystem p-Class 3U Power Supply LEDs The power enclosure has two LEDs, one for each bus, to indicate DC power presence. Use the following figure and table to identify LED locations and functions. Item LED Description Status 1 Bus B DC power Off = No DC power ava...
Page 72 - Reset and UID buttons; Power configuration switches
72 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide Reset and UID buttons Each management module contains a reset button and UID button. Use the following figure and table to identify button locations and functions. Item Description Function 1 Reset button Reinitializes management functions 2 UID...
Page 77 - Troubleshooting; Troubleshooting resources; Important safety information
77 Troubleshooting In this section Troubleshooting resources............................................................................................................ 77 Important safety information ......................................................................................................
Page 79 - Warnings and cautions
Troubleshooting 79 21.55 - 36.33 kg 47.5 - 80.1 lbs. This symbol indicates that the component exceeds the recommended weight for one individual to handle safely. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, observe local occupational health and safety requirements and g...
Page 83 - Regulatory compliance notices; Regulatory compliance identification numbers
83 Regulatory compliance notices In this section Regulatory compliance identification numbers ............................................................................ 83 Federal Communications Commission notice .............................................................................. 84 Dec...
Page 84 - Federal Communications Commission notice; FCC rating label
84 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation 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 ...
Page 85 - Class B equipment
Regulatory compliance notices 85 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 86 - Modifications
86 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation 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. Modifications The FCC requires the user to be noti...
Page 87 - European Union regulatory notice
Regulatory compliance notices 87 European Union regulatory notice This product complies with the following EU Directives: • • Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC EMC Directive 89/336/EEC Compliance with these directives implies conformity to applicable harmonized European standards (European Norms) whic...
Page 88 - Japanese notice
88 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide Japanese notice Power cord statement for Japan BSMI notice
Page 89 - Laser compliance
Regulatory compliance notices 89 Korean notice A&B Class A equipment Class B equipment Laser compliance This product may be provided with an optical storage device (that is, CD or DVD drive) and/or fiber optic transceiver. Each of these devices contains a laser that is classified as a Class 1 La...
Page 90 - Battery replacement notice
90 HP BladeSystem p-Class Enclosure Installation Guide Do not try to open the module enclosure. There are no user-serviceable components inside. • • • Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures to the laser device other than those specified herein. Allow only HP Authorized Serv...
Page 91 - Taiwan battery recycling notice
Regulatory compliance notices 91 Taiwan battery recycling notice The Taiwan EPA requires dry battery manufacturing or importing firms in accordance with Article 15 of the Waste Disposal Act to indicate the recovery marks on the batteries used in sales, giveaway or promotion. Contact a qualified Taiw...
Page 93 - Electrostatic discharge; Preventing electrostatic discharge
93 Electrostatic discharge In this section Preventing electrostatic discharge ................................................................................................ 93 Grounding methods to prevent electrostatic discharge ................................................................. 94 ...
Page 95 - Technical support; Before you contact HP
95 Technical support In this section Before you contact HP.................................................................................................................. 95 HP contact information.........................................................................................................
Page 97 - Acronyms and abbreviations
97 Acronyms and abbreviations ACU Array Configuration Utility BBWC battery-backed write cache BIOS Basic Input/Output System BOOTP Bootstrap Protocol TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol ConRep Configuration Replication utility CPU central processing unit DHCP Dynamic Host Configur...
Page 103 - Index
103 installing the cage nuts 20 Index J Japanese notice 88 A K additional information 95 Korean notices 89 authorized reseller 95 L B LAN 99 battery 90 laser devices 89 BSMI notice 88 LED, power enclosure 67, 69 C P cable configuration 29, 39, 43 phone numbers 95 Canadian notice 86 power cord 79, 88...