HP ProLiant DL160 Gen8 Service Manual

HP ProLiant DL160 Gen8 Server
Maintenance and Service Guide
Abstract
This guide describes identification and maintenance procedures, diagnostic tools, specifications and requirements for hardwar
e components and
software. This guide is for an experienced service technician. HP assumes you are qualified in the servicing of computer equipment, trained in
recognizing hazards in products, and are familiar with weight and stability precautions.
Part Number: 670554-006
January 2013
Edition: 6

HP ProLiant DL160 Gen8 Specifications

General

Max Processors	2
Form Factor	1U rack
Management	HP iLO 4
Processor	Intel Xeon E5-2600 series
Storage	Up to 4 LFF SAS/SATA/SSD or 8 SFF SAS/SATA/SSD drives
Network	4 x 1Gb Ethernet ports
Power Supply	460W or 750W
Chipset	Intel C600
Expansion Slots	Up to 2 PCIe 3.0 slots
RAID Support	HP Smart Array P420i Controller

Summary

Customer Self Repair

Illustrated Parts Catalog

System Components

Removal and Replacement Procedures

Safety Considerations

Highlights crucial safety information and precautions before performing service procedures.

Rack Warnings

Provides safety warnings and best practices for handling and installing servers in racks.

Server Warnings and Cautions

Highlights critical warnings and cautions related to server operation and handling.

Preparation Procedures

Outlines essential steps to prepare the server before accessing or replacing components.

Power Down the Server

Details the procedures for safely powering down the server before maintenance.

Extend the Server from the Rack

Explains how to extend the server from the rack for access, depending on the rail system.

Remove the Server from the Rack

Step-by-step instructions for safely removing the server from its rack mounting.

Power Supply Module

Detailed steps for removing and replacing the server's power supply module.

Hot-Plug Drive

Steps for removing a hot-plug drive, including checking drive status LEDs.

Non-Hot-Plug Drive

Detailed steps for removing a non-hot-plug drive from its carrier.

LFF Drive Cage Assembly

Procedure for removing the Large Form Factor (LFF) drive cage assembly.

SFF Drive Cage Assembly

Fan Module

PCI Riser Cage

Expansion Boards

Flash-Backed Write Cache Procedures

Covers procedures for removing/replacing FBWC components and recovering data.

FBWC Module

Detailed steps for removing and replacing the Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC) module.

Capacitor Pack

Procedure for removing the capacitor pack associated with the FBWC module.

Recovering Data from the Flash-Backed Write Cache

Procedure to recover data from FBWC after a server failure.

DIMMs

Detailed steps for removing and replacing DIMM memory modules.

Heatsink

Instructions for removing and replacing the processor heatsink.

Processor

Detailed steps for removing and installing a server processor, including safety precautions.

System Board

Procedure for removing and replacing the server's system board.

System Battery

Diagnostic Tools

Troubleshooting Resources

Guides and resources for resolving common problems and identifying faults on ProLiant servers.

HP Insight Diagnostics

Details HP's diagnostic tool for server management, testing, and problem resolution.

HP ROM-Based Setup Utility

Integrated Management Log

Automatic Server Recovery

Describes ASR feature for automatic system restart after OS errors.

HP Insight Remote Support Software

Information on software for remote monitoring, proactive support, and event notification.

Component Identification

System Board Components

Drive LED Definitions

FBWC Module LED Definitions

Cabling

Drive Cabling

SFF Drive Cabling

Power Cabling

Server Power Cabling

Specifications