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HP ProLiant DL360 G7 User Manual

HP ProLiant DL360 G7
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HP ProLiant DL360 G7 Server
User Guide
Part Number 608341-001
March 2010 (First Edition)

Table of Contents

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Questions and Answers:

HP ProLiant DL360 G7 Specifications

General IconGeneral
StorageUp to 8 SFF SAS/SATA/SSD drives
Form Factor1U Rack
ProcessorIntel Xeon 5600 series
MemoryUp to 192GB DDR3
NetworkEmbedded NC382i Dual Port Multifunction Gigabit Server Adapter
Power SupplyHot-plug redundant power supplies (460W, 750W, or 1200W)
Expansion Slots2 x PCIe Gen2
RAID ControllerHP Smart Array P410i
Network ControllerHP NC382i Dual Port Multifunction Gigabit Server Adapter
ManagementIntegrated Lights-Out 3 (iLO 3)
Operating System SupportMicrosoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware

Summary

Component Identification

Front Panel Components

Identifies and describes the front panel components of the server.

Front Panel LEDs and Buttons

Explains the function and status of front panel LEDs and buttons.

Rear Panel Components

Identifies and describes the rear panel components of the server.

Rear Panel LEDs and Buttons

Explains the function and status of rear panel LEDs and buttons.

System Board Components

Identifies various components on the server's system board.

DIMM Slots

Details the server's DIMM slots and their numbering for memory configuration.

System Maintenance Switch

Explains the function of the system maintenance switch settings.

NMI Jumper

Describes the purpose and use of the NMI jumper for system diagnostics.

Systems Insight Display LEDs

Introduces the server's status display LEDs for system health.

Systems Insight Display LED Combinations

Explains LED status combinations for diagnosing system health events.

SAS and SATA Hard Drive LEDs

Describes the LEDs for SAS and SATA hard drives for status indication.

Fan Modules

Identifies fan modules and their configurations within the server.

Operations

Power Up and Down the Server

Provides steps for safely powering up and powering down the server.

Extend Server from Rack

Procedure for extending the server from its rack mount for maintenance.

Access the HP Systems Insight Display

Instructions on how to access and use the server's diagnostic display.

Access Panel Procedures

Steps to remove and install the server's access panel for maintenance.

BBWC/FBWC Pack Removal

Procedure for removing the BBWC battery pack or FBWC capacitor pack.

Air Baffle Procedures

Steps to remove and install the server's air baffle.

PCI Riser Board Assembly Procedures

Procedure to remove and install the PCI riser board assembly.

Setup

Installation Services and Planning

Information on HP installation services and rack planning resources.

Environmental Requirements

Specifies space, airflow, and temperature needs for optimal server operation.

Power and Grounding Requirements

Details electrical power requirements and necessary grounding procedures.

Rack Installation and Warnings

Safety warnings related to rack installation and server stability.

Server Installation and Initial Configuration

Step-by-step guide for installing the server and initial configuration.

Operating System Installation

Methods for installing the server's operating system.

Hardware Options Installation

Processor and Fan Module Installation

Instructions for installing processor and fan modules in the server.

Memory Options and Installation

Details on memory types, configurations, and DIMM installation.

Hard Drive Installation

Procedures for installing SAS and SATA hot-plug hard drives.

Optical Drive Installation

Information and steps for installing DVD-ROM or DVD-RW drives.

Hard Drive Backplane Option

Information about installing the optional hard drive backplane.

Controller Options

Details about embedded and optional array controllers.

Cache Module Installation

Instructions for installing a cache module on the system board.

BBWC/FBWC Pack Installation

Steps to install battery or capacitor packs for cache modules.

Expansion Board Installation

General procedure for installing PCIe and PCI-X expansion boards.

PCI Thermal-Power Option

Information about the PCI thermal power option kit for high-power adapters.

Redundant Power Supply Option

Details on installing redundant hot-plug power supplies.

Trusted Platform Module Installation

Instructions for installing and enabling a Trusted Platform Module.

Cabling

Cabling Overview

General guidelines for server and hardware option cabling.

Hard Drive Backplane Cabling

Cabling instructions for the hard drive backplane.

BBWC/FBWC Pack Cabling

Cabling instructions for BBWC battery pack or FBWC capacitor pack.

Optical Drive Cabling

Cabling instructions for DVD-ROM and DVD-RW drives.

Power Button and Display Cabling

Cabling instructions for the power button and Systems Insight Display.

PCI Power Cabling

Instructions for connecting PCI power cables.

Software and Configuration Utilities

Configuration Tools

Overview of SmartStart software and its scripting toolkit.

HP ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU)

Introduction to the RBSU for server configuration.

Using RBSU and Boot Options

How to use RBSU, navigate menus, and access boot options.

Memory Configuration Modes

Explains Advanced Memory Protection (AMP) modes like ECC, Lockstep, and Spare.

Array Configuration Utilities

Overview of ACU and ORCA for storage array configuration.

Re-entering Server Serial Number

Procedure to re-enter serial and product IDs after system board replacement.

Management Tools

Details on ASR, ROMPaq utility, iLO 3, Erase Utility, and ROM support.

Diagnostic Tools

Overview of HP Insight Diagnostics and Integrated Management Log.

Keeping the System Current

Driver Management

Guidance on installing and updating device drivers.

Version Control

Tools for managing software versions and updates.

ProLiant Support Packs (PSPs)

Information on ProLiant Support Packs (PSPs) for OS-specific bundles.

Firmware Updates

Overview of the Smart Update Firmware DVD and its contents.

HP Smart Update Manager

Details on HP Smart Update Manager for firmware deployment.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Resources and Preparation

Links to guides and pre-diagnostic steps for server problems.

Symptom Information and Diagnosis Prep

What information to collect and how to prepare the server for diagnosis.

Troubleshooting Flowcharts

Overview of flowcharts for diagnosing server issues.

Server Power-On Problems

Flowchart for diagnosing server power-on issues.

POST Problems

Flowchart for diagnosing issues during Power-On Self-Test (POST).

OS Boot Problems

Flowchart for diagnosing operating system boot failures.

Server Fault Indications

Flowchart for interpreting server fault indicators and LEDs.

System Battery

System Battery Replacement

Information about the server's system battery and replacement procedure.

Regulatory Compliance Notices

FCC Notices

Federal Communications Commission notices and rating labels.

Other Regional Compliance

Canadian, EU, Japanese, BSMI, Korean, and Chinese compliance information.

Laser Compliance

Laser safety compliance information for optical devices.

Battery Disposal and Recycling

Notices regarding battery disposal, recycling, and power cord statements.

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)

Preventing ESD

Precautions to prevent damage from static electricity discharge.

Grounding Methods for ESD Prevention

Methods for grounding to prevent static discharge during handling.

Specifications

Environmental Specifications

Specifies temperature and humidity ranges for operation and shipping.

Server Specifications

Lists physical dimensions and weight of the server.

Power Supply Specifications

Details the types of power supplies and their electrical characteristics.

Hot-Plug Power Supply Calculations

Information on calculating power supply needs for hot-plug options.

Technical Support

Before Contacting HP

Information to have ready before contacting HP support.

HP Contact Information

Contact details for HP support and authorized resellers.

Customer Self Repair (CSR)

Overview of HP's Customer Self Repair program and part categories.

Acronyms and Abbreviations

Glossary of Terms

Glossary of technical terms and abbreviations used in the manual.

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