Page 3 - About This Document
Table of Contents About This Document ......................................................................................................... 7 Additional Documentation.....................................................................................................................7Intended Aud...
Page 5 - D Supported Products Matrix
HP SAS Integrated Raid (IR) Configuration Utility May Cause Kernel Panics on RHEL4U7.............58Flashing HP PCIe 2-port 1000Base-T adapter (AD337A) Adapters.....................................................58 D Supported Products Matrix ............................................................
Page 7 - Command; Ctrl; ENVIRONVAR
About This Document This document describes how to use the HP Insight Foundation Suite for Integrity with Linux(HIFIL) V2.6 product. • The HP Smart Setup software prepares your system for installation of the Linux operatingsystem (OS). The HP Smart Setup EFI-based setup utility (EBSU) utility assist...
Page 8 - errno; Key; Variable; Publishing History
[ERRORNAME] The name of an error, usually returned in the errno variable. Key The name of a keyboard key. Return and Enter both refer to the same key. Term The defined use of an important word or phrase. UserInput Commands and other text that you type. Variable The name of a placeholder in a command...
Page 9 - — The HP Insight Foundation Suite for Integrity with Linux website:
Publication Date EditionNumber Supported Versions Supported OS Manufacturing PartNumber April 2008 2.3 RHEL4U4 and later, and RHEL5and RHEL5U1SLES9SP3, and SLES10 andSLES10SP1 RHELSLES 5992–3193 December 2007 2.2 RHEL4U4 and later, and RHEL5and RHEL5U1SLES9SP3, and SLES10 andSLES10SP1 RHELSLES 5992–...
Page 10 - — For the location of the nearest sales office, call:; HP Encourages Your Comments
— For additional information on HP products and services, see the HP website: http://www.hp.com — For the location of the nearest sales office, call: In the United States: +1 800 637 7740 In Canada: +1 905 206 4725 In Japan: +81 3 3331 6111 In Latin America: +1 305 267 4220 In Australia/New Zealand:...
Page 11 - Planning the Installation; Supported Linux OS Distributions; including later updates and service packs unless
1 Planning the Installation Installing the Linux operating system (OS) on an HP Integrity server involves preparing thehardware for the OS installation, installing the OS, and updating the system with the latest OSpatches. This chapter helps you plan the installation based on the server model, the O...
Page 12 - Support Exceptions; HP Smart Setup EBSU utility and the rx2600 HP Integrity server:; Ensure Support for Linux on HP Integrity Servers; Go to the Open Source and Linux from HP website at:
The following table provides the minimum RHEL and SLES OS distributions that are supportedusing the latest HP Insight Foundation Suite for Integrity with Linux: Table 1-1 Supported Minimum OS Distributions by HP Integrity Server SUSE Distributions RHEL Distributions Server SLES10, SLES11 RHEL4U6, RH...
Page 13 - Click; Linux certification and support matrices; Factory-Installed Linux; Choosing an Installation Environment; A list of the supported HP Integrity servers is provided in the
2. Click Linux certification and support matrices . 3. Select the appropriate Linux distribution tab, locate the server name of interest, and thenclick the link. Detailed product information, downloads, documentation, and specific certificationinformation is provided in a categorized listing. Choosi...
Page 14 - Using a Serial Console; minicom; Using a VGA Console; shows a VGA console connected to an HP Integrity rx4640 server.
Using a Serial Console A serial console is a PC running terminal emulation software, such as a Secure SHell (SSH) clientlike PuTTY (available from the web or on your Linux system). Using the minicom or cu command, connect to the server through the Management Processor (MP) serial port or LAN port. F...
Page 15 - Using the HP Smart Setup EBSU Utility; You can use HP Smart Setup both before and after the OS is installed.; Before Installing the OS; shows the main tasks involved in each stage.
Using the HP Smart Setup EBSU Utility You can use HP Smart Setup both before and after the OS is installed. HP recommends that you obtain the latest version of the HP Insight Foundation Suite for Integritywith Linux. For more information about downloading HP Smart Setup, see “Obtaining the Latest HP...
Page 16 - Figure 1-3 Installation Overview
Figure 1-3 Installation Overview There are minor differences in the sequence of tasks or the interface you use to perform thembased on your choice of console and installation media. Use the detailed instructions in thefollowing chapters, and note any warnings or cautions that might apply. 16 Plannin...
Page 17 - Preparing for Installation; Next; Ensuring Platform Compatibility; Verifying Hardware Compatibility; “Ensure Support for Linux; Product overview and how to buy
2 Preparing for Installation Preparing your server for an OS installation involves setting up a console (VGA, serial, or both)and preparing the hardware for installation. If you are migrating from another OS, you mustalso ensure that the server platform and its peripheral devices are compatible with...
Page 18 - Backing Up Existing Data; Store the backup in a safe place.; Setting Up a Console; “Configuring and Using a Serial Console” (page 49); Setting Up a Serial Console; You can configure a serial console in two ways:
5. Verify existing device compatibility at the HP Integrity server connectivity website: http://www.hp.com/go/serverconnectivity 6. Verify storage compatibility by reviewing the HP Integrity Server-Storage Support Matriceslocated at: http://www.hp.com/products1/serverconnectivity/support_matrices.ht...
Page 19 - Setting Up a VGA Console; Table 2-1 Graphics Support on Server Models; Setting Up the Boot Drive
3. Use the Keyboard Configuration Panel to map the Backspace character to Ctrl - H . 4. Boot the server. 5. Run the terminal emulator and press Enter . The MP> prompt is displayed if you are using the Management Processor; otherwise, the server's output is shown. NOTE: Before the Linux OS is boot...
Page 20 - Accessing the Removable Media Devices Using EFI; Enabling a CD/DVD Device; reconnect
2. Make a list of all device connections so you can reconnect them after the installation iscompleted. 3. Disconnect all mass storage devices from all controllers except the boot controller. 4. Configure the boot controller and boot drive. NOTE: If you are using an HP SmartArray controller, see the ...
Page 21 - Smart Setup EBSU; Enabling a USB Device
5. Change directories to \EFI\boot , and then enter the following: # bootia64.efi The Smart Setup EBSU entry is created in the EFI Boot Manager as a selection for booting to launch the HP Smart Setup EBSU utility. Enabling a USB Device To access a USB HDD device, you must enable the EFI shell to det...
Page 22 - entry is created in the EFI Boot Manager as a selection for booting
11. Change directories to \EFI\boot , and then enter the following: # bootia64.efi The Smart Setup EBSU entry is created in the EFI Boot Manager as a selection for booting to launch the HP Smart Setup EBSU utility. NOTE: This entry may fail if you change the USB connection. You must execute the prec...
Page 23 - Installing the OS and Updating the Server; cu; Figure 3-1 EFI Boot Manager Menu
3 Installing the OS and Updating the Server This chapter provides instructions for installing Linux using the HP Smart Setup EBSU utilityor a cold installation. You can install the HP Support Pack after installing the OS. Using HP Smart Setup to Install the OS The HP Smart Setup EBSU utility provide...
Page 24 - “Accessing the; Enter; Figure 3-2 HP Smart Setup EBSU Main Menu; System Settings; Figure 3-3 HP Smart Setup EBSU Main Menu with System Setting Option
NOTE: The entry Smart Setup EBSU (if configured) are not displayed in all EFI Boot Managers. If this entry does not appear, perform the steps detailed in “Accessing the Removable Media Devices Using EFI” (page 20) . 3. The HP Smart Setup EBSU utility starts and displays the introduction screen. Pres...
Page 27 - Smart Setup; Figure 3-8 Select Smart Setup
NOTE: If you have just configured a RAID volume, then you must reboot the system so that it is detected. Additionally, on rx7620 and rx8620 servers, you must run the search all command from the EFI shell before attempting to use this volume. 10. To launch the Smart Setup wizard, from the Main Menu s...
Page 29 - Figure 3-12 Page 3: Installation Considerations
13. Make the appropriate selections for the options on Smart Setup Page 2 as follows: a. For question 2, specify the logical volume on which you want to create partitions. NOTE: The EFI System Partition (ESP) and the HP Service Partition (HPSP) will be created on the chosen logical volume to simplif...
Page 30 - Using the Linux Media to Install the OS
18. A prompt is displayed with a message directing you to insert the Linux installer media in the CD or DVD drive, as shown in Figure 3-13 . IMPORTANT: If you are using a serial console, prior to starting the Linux OS Installation, see “Configuring and Using a Serial Console” (page 49) and follow th...
Page 31 - Enable; Everything; Installing Updates from the Web; Download drivers and software; Registering for HP Support Notifications
To install the OS, follow these steps: 1. Begin the OS installation as described in the installation guide for the OS you are installing. 2. Select the defaults (or configure as needed) until the Firewall Configuration screen appears. Modify the selections offered as follows: a. Click the No firewal...
Page 32 - Installing the Fibre Channel HBA Drivers for Linux; lspci
Installing the Fibre Channel HBA Drivers for Linux If your system contains Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapters (HBAs), you should ensure that themost current drivers supported by HP are installed; this is applicable to all releases of Linuxdistributions. Fibre Channel HBAs include the following: A6826A ...
Page 33 - Download drivers and software (and firmware)
Output of lspci Command Adapter Part No. Fibre Channel: Emulex Corporation Helios-X LightPulse Fibre ChannelHost Adapter (rev 01) AD168A Fibre Channel: QLogic Corp. QLA2432 Fibre Channel Adapter (rev 02) AE311A Fibre Channel: QLogic Corp. QLA2432 Fibre Channel Adapter (rev 02) AD300A Fibre Channel: ...
Page 34 - “Installing the MPT Fusion HBA
5. Click on the appropriate Linux distribution link. All of the available driver and software updates are provided in a categorized listing foryour selection. 6. Click the Download button for the latest MPTLinux Driver Update for Integrity Servers driver to download the tar file. 7. Install the driv...
Page 35 - EFI and HP Smart Setup Media Utilities; CO; Using EFI; EFI Boot Manager
4 EFI and HP Smart Setup Media Utilities This chapter describes functions available through the HP Smart Setup EBSU utility and providesan easy-to-use interface to upgrade the firmware, partition the hard disk, install diagnostic tools,configure storage controllers, and run other EFI utilities. Usin...
Page 36 - Figure 4-1 EFI Boot Manager; EFI Shell; For Additional Information; HP Smart Setup Utilities; Accessing HP Smart Setup Utilities; “Accessing the Removable Media Devices Using EFI”
Figure 4-1 EFI Boot Manager EFI Shell Available as a selection from the EFI Boot Manager, the EFI Shell provides a command-lineinterface from which you can get information about the system, install an operating system, bootthe operating system, execute batch scripts, launch EFI applications, load EF...
Page 37 - EFIPART; Install Linux—Launches the Linux Installer.; aux
The HP Smart Setup EBSU utility provides the following capabilities: • Configure Storage Adapters—Configures bootable I/O adapters. A submenu provides alist of storage adapters from which to choose. • Smart Setup—Provides a wizard that guides you through the following set of preselectedLinux install...
Page 39 - Installing and Using the HP Support Pack; HP Management Base for Integrity Servers
5 Installing and Using the HP Support Pack This chapter provides instructions for installing and using the HP Support Pack. This contentsof this software package must be installed after installation of the OS only. Software Provided in the HP Support Pack The HP Insight Foundation Suite for Integrit...
Page 40 - For more information, see the HP WBEM Solutions for Linux website:; HP Partition Manager; JDK 6 or BEA JRockit 5.0. For the JDK installation details, see; HP nPartition Commands
For more information, see HP Insight Management Agents for Linux on HP Integrity Servers:Installation Guide and Release Notes: http://www.docs.hp.com/en/5991-2731/ HP System Management Homepage The HP System Management Homepage (SMH) is a web server that can be used by HPweb-enabled system managemen...
Page 41 - sfcb; HP Utilization Provider Including WBEM; utild
HP Array Configuration Utility – Command Line Interface HP Array Configuration Utility – Command Line Interface (ACU-CLI) for Linux on Itanium-basedsystems is an online tool that can be used to manage and configure Smart Array-based storagecontrollers. The HP ACU-CLI is an interactive command consol...
Page 42 - HP SmartSetup Scripting Toolkit; cfggen; HP Integrity Virtual Machines WBEM Provider; Product Installation Dependencies
When HP Utilization Provider is installed, it launches the utild daemon, which consumes minimal CPU, memory, and disk resources. Only 30 days of utilization data are kept in data filesin /var/adm/util . The total disk space used by these files should not exceed 20MB in the default installation. The ...
Page 43 - hpmgmtbase; Removing OpenWBEM; confirm; Installing the Java Development Kit Product; Installing Sun JDK 6 for the Linux IA64 Platform; PATH; Installing BEA JRockit 5.0 JDK for the Linux IA64 Platform
NOTE: The Management media installer automatically checks your system for the hpmgmtbase software. This software is installed or updated by default. Removing OpenWBEM OpenPegasus is required to install nPartition Commands, Partition Manager, and HP WBEMProviders. Removing OpenWBEM requires the remov...
Page 44 - Installing Software from the HP Support Pack; “Software Provided in the HP Support Pack” (page 39); Before Running the Installer; “Product Installation Dependencies” (page 42)
1. If your system is running RHEL5U1, you must disable SELinux before installing the BEAJRockit 5.0 JDK. Otherwise, bypass this step. # echo 0 >/selinux/enforce 2. Download the JRockit 5.0 R27.5 JDK Linux (Intel Itanium - 64-bit) file to the directory on the Linux system where HP Partition Manage...
Page 45 - Running the Installer; The optional command option,
Running the Installer You can run the installer anytime after the OS has been installed; however, HP recommends thatyou run the installer immediately after the initial installation of the OS. To install software from the HP Support Pack , perform the following steps: 1. Start the installer: # ./inst...
Page 46 - Menu for all other Linux Distributions:; The installation options are categorized as follows:; Install individual products; . The installer automatically
Menu for RHEL4: 1. Install HP Insight Manager Agents for HP Integrity servers2. Install HP System Management Homepage3. Install HP Insight Management Agents Webapp via HP SMH.4. Install nPartition Commands5. Install The nPartition Management GUI for HP Integrity servers.6. Install HP WBEM Providers ...
Page 47 - hpacucli
Uninstall HIFIL This option is displayed only when HP Management Base is installed on the system. To remove the HIFIL product, including HP Management Base, enter the appropriateoption number and press Enter . The installer returns to the menu after the entire HIFIL product is removed. 4. Enter an o...
Page 49 - A Configuring and Using a Serial Console; To apply the changes you have selected, select
A Configuring and Using a Serial Console Before the Linux operating system (OS) is booted, all console interaction occurs through EFI. Tomodify the default local graphics display to be a serial console path, you must configure a singleserial port (UART) for both Console-In/Out in the EFI boot manage...
Page 51 - B HP Support Pack Dependencies
B HP Support Pack Dependencies Some software products contained in the HP Support Pack have dependencies or prerequisitesthat may or may not, already be available on your system. If there are dependencies that are notdelivered with the installer or with the Linux OS installation, an error message di...
Page 55 - C Known Issues; Unaligned Access Messages; sfcbd unaligned; Superfluous PAM Authentication Message
C Known Issues This appendix contains known issues with the HP Insight Foundation Suite for Integrity withLinux product, which undergoes rigorous testing before each release. From HP test activities todate, the following items have been uncovered that you should keep in mind. HP Insight Management W...
Page 56 - HP Insight Management WBEM Providers Information Reporting; Maintain Firmware; function from the HP Smart Setup EBSU main menu to upgrade; Configure Storage; function to set up your storage adapter.; Partitioning Fibre Channel HBA Adapters
with the following line: auth required pam_succeed_if.so quiet_success user ingroup sfcb 3. Restart SFCB by entering the following: # /etc/init.d/sfcb start HP Insight Management WBEM Providers Information Reporting HP Insight Management WBEM Providers do not currently report all information about b...
Page 57 - initrd; default
ELILO boot: Uncompressing Linux... doneLoading file HP-initrd-2.6.18-92.el5xen.img...done This is the result of the MPT Fusion driver rebuilding the initrd file and modifying elilo.conf when the it is installed. The following is a comparison of the elilo.conf file contents before and after the drive...
Page 58 - HP System Management Homepage Session Time-out Error; Settings
image=vmlinuz-2.6.18-92.el5xen vmm=xen.gz-2.6.18-92.el5 label=HP #Corresponds to kernel 2.6.18-92.el5xen initrd=HP-initrd-2.6.18-92.el5xen.img read-only root=/dev/VolGroup00/LogVol00 append="-- rhgb quiet" 3. Reboot the server. HP System Management Homepage Session Time-out Error The default...
Page 59 - Table D-1 Supported Products Matrix
D Supported Products Matrix This appendix lists the adapters that are supported by the HP Insight Foundation Suite forIntegrity with Linux in each of the supported OS distribution release. Table D-1 lists the I/O adapter part number by category, a brief description of the part, and the initial, supp...
