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Compaq PROLIANT ML370 User Manual

Compaq PROLIANT ML370
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Writer: CDresden Project: Compaq ProLiant ML370 Setup and Installation Guide Comments:
Part Number: 120137-002 File Name: a-frnt Last Saved On: 12/10/99 12:21 PM
ProLiant ML370
Setup and Installation Guide
Second Edition (December 1999)
Part Number 120137-002
Compaq Computer Corporation

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Compaq PROLIANT ML370 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCompaq
ModelPROLIANT ML370
CategoryServer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1 Server Features

Standard Features

Details the standard hardware and performance features of the ProLiant ML370 servers.

Processors and System Memory

Describes the processor capabilities and system memory configurations supported.

Disk Controllers

Explains the capabilities of the integrated and optional disk controllers.

Warranty

Details the standard warranties provided with the ProLiant ML370 servers.

Pre-Failure Warranty

Explains the specific Pre-Failure Warranty terms for components.

Server Configuration and Management

Introduces features and tools for server configuration and ongoing management.

Compaq SmartStart

Details the SmartStart utility for server configuration and software loading.

Compaq Insight Manager

Describes the Insight Manager software for server information collection and monitoring.

Compaq System Configuration Utility

Explains the functions of the System Configuration Utility for managing system settings.

Chapter 2 Installing the Tower Model ProLiant ML370

Chapter 3 Installing the Rack Model ProLiant ML370

Rack Warnings and Precautions

Crucial safety warnings specifically for rack installation procedures.

Server Warnings and Precautions

General safety warnings applicable to the rack server hardware.

Power Requirements

Details the electrical power requirements and safety considerations for rack installation.

Installation Sequence

Provides a step-by-step guide for the initial installation of the rack server.

Installing Expansion Boards and Other Major Hardware Options

Covers installing hardware options before or during rack mounting.

Preparing the Mounting Brackets and Slide Rail Assemblies

Details the preparation of slide rail assemblies for mounting the server.

Attaching the Bracket Rail to the Mounting Bracket

Step-by-step instructions for attaching bracket rails to mounting brackets.

Attaching the Slide Assembly to the Rack

Guides on securely attaching the slide rail assembly to the server rack.

Attaching the Bracket Assembly to the Rack

Details the process of attaching mounting bracket assemblies to the server rack.

Attaching Component Rails to the Server

Instructions for attaching component rails to the server chassis.

Loading the Rack Server

Provides critical instructions and safety warnings for loading the server into the rack.

Connecting the Power Cord and Peripheral Devices

Guides on connecting power and peripherals to the rack server's rear panel.

Powering Up the Server

Instructions for powering on the rack server.

Configuring the Server with SmartStart

Details the SmartStart configuration process for rack servers.

Chapter 4 Installing Hardware Options

Installing an Expansion Board

Step-by-step instructions for installing PCI expansion boards.

Installing Additional Memory

Details the procedure for installing additional SDRAM modules (DIMMs).

Installing Additional Mass Storage Devices

Covers the installation of extra mass storage devices in available bays.

SCSI Hard Drive Installation Guidelines

Provides guidelines for successfully installing SCSI hard drives.

Installing Mass Storage Devices

Explains how to install various mass storage devices in media bays.

Installing Hard Drives in the Hot-Plug Drive Cage

Guides on installing hot-plug hard drives into the drive cage.

Installing a Second Processor

Details the process for installing an additional processor.

Installing a Processor Power Module

Covers the installation of the Processor Power Module (PPM) for processor power.

Integrated Smart Array Controller Option

Introduces the Integrated Smart Array Controller option.

Installing the Integrated Smart Array Controller

Step-by-step guide for installing the controller on the system board.

Chapter 5 SCSI Cabling Instructions

SCSI Device Installation Guidelines

Provides guidelines for installing SCSI devices, including ID settings.

Internal SCSI Cabling for the Integrated Dual Channel Wide Ultra2 SCSI Controller

Detailed instructions for internal SCSI cabling with the controller.

Connecting an Array Controller to Hot-Plug Drives

Instructions for connecting array controllers to hot-plug drives.

Connecting a Controller Board to the Hot-Plug Drive Cage

Steps for connecting a controller board to the hot-plug drive cage.

Integrated Smart Array Controller

Information about the upgrade path to the Integrated Smart Array Controller.

Chapter 6 Server Configuration and Utilities

System Configuration Utility

Introduces the System Configuration Utility for managing server settings.

Starting the System Configuration Utility

Provides instructions on how to launch the System Configuration Utility.

Configuring Hardware

Details the steps involved in configuring the server's hardware.

Installing an Operating System

Guides on installing supported operating systems on the server.

Loading Compaq Device Drivers

Instructions on loading specific Compaq device drivers from the provided CD.

Novell Device Drivers from Compaq

Details on obtaining and installing Novell device drivers.

Microsoft Windows NT Device Drivers from Compaq

Information on Windows NT drivers and their installation.

SCO OpenServer and SCO UnixWare Device Drivers from Compaq

Details on SCO drivers for OpenServer and UnixWare.

IBM OS/2 Device Drivers from Compaq

Information on IBM OS/2 drivers and their installation.

Compaq SmartStart Installation

How SmartStart simplifies OS/2 driver installation.

Sun Solaris Device Drivers from Compaq

Details on obtaining and installing Sun Solaris drivers.

Banyan VINES Device Drivers from Compaq

Information on Banyan VINES drivers and their installation.

Chapter 7 Integrated Management Log

Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge

Grounding Methods

Explains various methods for proper grounding of electronic components.

Appendix C Installing a New Battery

Installing the System Board Battery

Step-by-step instructions for installing a new system board battery.

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