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4 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Hardware options installation 35 Introduction...35 Processor and heatsink ...35 Memory...37 DIMM installation guidelines 37 Installing DIMMs ...38 Hard drives...... cabling ...58 Server software and configuration utilities 59 Configuration tools ...59 SmartStart software ...59 HP ROM-Based Setup Utility 61 Array Configuration Utility ...62 HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack 63 Re-entering the server serial number and product ID 63 SATA software RAID ...64 Management tools ...68 Automatic Server Recovery...
4 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Hardware options installation 35 Introduction...35 Processor and heatsink ...35 Memory...37 DIMM installation guidelines 37 Installing DIMMs ...38 Hard drives...... cabling ...58 Server software and configuration utilities 59 Configuration tools ...59 SmartStart software ...59 HP ROM-Based Setup Utility 61 Array Configuration Utility ...62 HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack 63 Re-entering the server serial number and product ID 63 SATA software RAID ...64 Management tools ...68 Automatic Server Recovery...
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... Survey Utility ...71 Array Diagnostic Utility ...72 HP Insight Diagnostics ...72 Integrated Management Log 72 Keeping the system current...73 Drivers ...73 Resource Paqs...74 ProLiant Support Packs ...74 Operating system version support 74 Change control and proactive notification 74 Care Pack...75 Battery 75 Troubleshooting 77 Server diagnostic steps...77...
... Survey Utility ...71 Array Diagnostic Utility ...72 HP Insight Diagnostics ...72 Integrated Management Log 72 Keeping the system current...73 Drivers ...73 Resource Paqs...74 ProLiant Support Packs ...74 Operating system version support 74 Change control and proactive notification 74 Care Pack...75 Battery 75 Troubleshooting 77 Server diagnostic steps...77...
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6 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Declaration of conformity for products marked with the FCC logo, United States only 103 Modifications ...104 Cables...104 Mouse compliance statement ......
6 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Declaration of conformity for products marked with the FCC logo, United States only 103 Modifications ...104 Cables...104 Mouse compliance statement ......
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8 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 Description Media bays (bezel blanks) Power On/Standby button Hard drive bays USB connectors (2) Bezel lock CD-ROM drive Front panel LEDs and buttons Item 1 2 3 Description CD-ROM drive ejector button Power On/Standby button Power on/Standby LED Status N/A N/A Amber = System has AC power and is in standby mode Green = System has AC power and is functioning Off = System has no AC power
8 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 Description Media bays (bezel blanks) Power On/Standby button Hard drive bays USB connectors (2) Bezel lock CD-ROM drive Front panel LEDs and buttons Item 1 2 3 Description CD-ROM drive ejector button Power On/Standby button Power on/Standby LED Status N/A N/A Amber = System has AC power and is in standby mode Green = System has AC power and is functioning Off = System has no AC power
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10 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Item 4 5 6 7 8 9 Description Serial connector Video connector USB connectors (2) RJ-45 Ethernet connector RJ-45 connector (iLO) Parallel connector Rear panel LEDs Item 1 Description NIC link LED 2 NIC activity LED Status On = Link Off = No link Flashing = Activity Off = No activity
10 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Item 4 5 6 7 8 9 Description Serial connector Video connector USB connectors (2) RJ-45 Ethernet connector RJ-45 connector (iLO) Parallel connector Rear panel LEDs Item 1 Description NIC link LED 2 NIC activity LED Status On = Link Off = No link Flashing = Activity Off = No activity
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... = No function On = Clears power-on password and administrator password Off = Normal On = ROM treats system configuration as invalid Reserved S8 Off Reserved 12 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Item 16 17 18 19 20 Description Slot 4 PCI Express x1 Slot 3 PCI-X Slot 2 PCI-X Slot 1 PCI Express x4* System fan...
... = No function On = Clears power-on password and administrator password Off = Normal On = ROM treats system configuration as invalid Reserved S8 Off Reserved 12 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Item 16 17 18 19 20 Description Slot 4 PCI Express x1 Slot 3 PCI-X Slot 2 PCI-X Slot 1 PCI Express x4* System fan...
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14 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Item 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 LED description DIMM 1 failure Processor fault Processor fan failure AC Power System power System temperature alert Single ...
14 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Item 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 LED description DIMM 1 failure Processor fault Processor fan failure AC Power System power System temperature alert Single ...
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... communication failure. You may cause data loss in HP SIM; Removing a drive may need replace the drive. Hot-plug SATA or SAS IDs 18 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Activity LED (1) Flashing Off Off Online LED (2) Flashing Off Off Fault LED Interpretation (3) Flashing Do not remove the drive.
... communication failure. You may cause data loss in HP SIM; Removing a drive may need replace the drive. Hot-plug SATA or SAS IDs 18 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Activity LED (1) Flashing Off Off Online LED (2) Flashing Off Off Fault LED Interpretation (3) Flashing Do not remove the drive.
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... the drives and the internal system components to thermal damage. 1. Slide the access panel toward the rear of personal injury from the server. 22 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Unlocking the bezel The removable bezel must remain closed during normal server operations. If necessary, remove the bezel. Power down the...
... the drives and the internal system components to thermal damage. 1. Slide the access panel toward the rear of personal injury from the server. 22 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Unlocking the bezel The removable bezel must remain closed during normal server operations. If necessary, remove the bezel. Power down the...
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... support into a single package. Some of the Care Pack services are available to expand your standard product warranty with support packages tailored specifically for HP ProLiant systems. HP Care Packs let you make the most of your needs. HP Care Pack Services offer upgraded service levels to meet your server investments.
... support into a single package. Some of the Care Pack services are available to expand your standard product warranty with support packages tailored specifically for HP ProLiant systems. HP Care Packs let you make the most of your needs. HP Care Pack Services offer upgraded service levels to meet your server investments.
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.... • Leave a minimum clearance of the rack to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/hps/carepack/servers/cp_proliant.html). HP ProLiant Essentials (HP SIM and RDP) - Critical Service - 26 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide - Optimum environment When installing the server, select a location that meets the environmental standards described in ) from...
.... • Leave a minimum clearance of the rack to the HP website (http://www.hp.com/hps/carepack/servers/cp_proliant.html). HP ProLiant Essentials (HP SIM and RDP) - Critical Service - 26 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide - Optimum environment When installing the server, select a location that meets the environmental standards described in ) from...
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... AC current load to the rack. CAUTION: Protect the server from damage caused by licensed electricians. The temperature in operation during a power failure. 28 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide The maximum recommended ambient operating temperature (TMRA) for most server products is located must comply with a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS...
... AC current load to the rack. CAUTION: Protect the server from damage caused by licensed electricians. The temperature in operation during a power failure. 28 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide The maximum recommended ambient operating temperature (TMRA) for most server products is located must comply with a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS...
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... if the server is installed higher than 2.1 m (7 ft) tall, and may be sure that the rack frame is not fastened to the rails. 30 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide • At least two people are needed to safely unload the rack from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the internal...
... if the server is installed higher than 2.1 m (7 ft) tall, and may be sure that the rack frame is not fastened to the rails. 30 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide • At least two people are needed to safely unload the rack from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the internal...
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... 2. Connect the power cord to the back of electric shock or damage to the equipment: WARNING: To reduce the risk of the server. 3. 32 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the AC power source.
... 2. Connect the power cord to the back of electric shock or damage to the equipment: WARNING: To reduce the risk of the server. 3. 32 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the AC power source.
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Registering the server To register a server, refer to the SmartStart installation poster in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack or the HP Registration website (http://register.hp.com). 34 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide For information on using these installation paths, refer to the registration card in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack, included with the server.
Registering the server To register a server, refer to the SmartStart installation poster in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack or the HP Registration website (http://register.hp.com). 34 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide For information on using these installation paths, refer to the registration card in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack, included with the server.
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... top of thermal grease to completely close the processor locking lever. 8. Install the heatsink fan assembly. 10. Tighten the four heatsink retaining screws. 36 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide To install the component: 1. Power down the server ("Powering down the server" on page 11). 5. If installing a new heatsink, remove the...
... top of thermal grease to completely close the processor locking lever. 8. Install the heatsink fan assembly. 10. Tighten the four heatsink retaining screws. 36 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide To install the component: 1. Power down the server ("Powering down the server" on page 11). 5. If installing a new heatsink, remove the...
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...21). 2. For best performance, HP recommends dual-channel interleaved mode configurations. Slot 2A 2 GB 2 GB Slot 3B - 512 MB - 1 GB - 2 GB 2 GB 2 GB Slot 4B 2 GB Total memory 512 MB 1 GB 1 GB 2 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 8 GB Mode Single-channel Dual-channel interleaved Single-channel Dual...-channel interleaved Single-channel Dual-channel interleaved Dual-channel asymmetric Dual-channel interleaved Installing DIMMs 1. 38 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Slot 1A 512 MB 512 MB 1 GB 1 GB 2 GB 2 GB 2 GB 2 GB • All DIMMs installed must be the same speed....
...21). 2. For best performance, HP recommends dual-channel interleaved mode configurations. Slot 2A 2 GB 2 GB Slot 3B - 512 MB - 1 GB - 2 GB 2 GB 2 GB Slot 4B 2 GB Total memory 512 MB 1 GB 1 GB 2 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 8 GB Mode Single-channel Dual-channel interleaved Single-channel Dual...-channel interleaved Single-channel Dual-channel interleaved Dual-channel asymmetric Dual-channel interleaved Installing DIMMs 1. 38 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Slot 1A 512 MB 512 MB 1 GB 1 GB 2 GB 2 GB 2 GB 2 GB • All DIMMs installed must be the same speed....
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Remove the bezel ("Unlocking the bezel" on page 21). 2. Power down the server ("Powering down the server" on page 22). 3. Remove the access panel ("Removing the access panel" on page 22). 4. Remove the drive cage from the front of the chassis. 40 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Server model Drives supported Non-hot-plug SCSI Hot-plug SCSI Hot-plug SATA/SAS SCSI SCSI SATA, SAS Additional required components N/A N/A SAS controller required for hot-plug SAS hard drive Non-hot-plug SCSI and SATA hard drives 1.
Remove the bezel ("Unlocking the bezel" on page 21). 2. Power down the server ("Powering down the server" on page 22). 3. Remove the access panel ("Removing the access panel" on page 22). 4. Remove the drive cage from the front of the chassis. 40 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Server model Drives supported Non-hot-plug SCSI Hot-plug SCSI Hot-plug SATA/SAS SCSI SCSI SATA, SAS Additional required components N/A N/A SAS controller required for hot-plug SAS hard drive Non-hot-plug SCSI and SATA hard drives 1.
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... not operate the server unless all bays are grouped together into the same drive array. Mixing these types with either a component or a blank. 1. 42 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Installing hot-plug SCSI hard drives When adding SCSI hard drives to the server, observe the following general guidelines: • Hot...
... not operate the server unless all bays are grouped together into the same drive array. Mixing these types with either a component or a blank. 1. 42 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide Installing hot-plug SCSI hard drives When adding SCSI hard drives to the server, observe the following general guidelines: • Hot...
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Remove the hard drive blank. 3. Open the release latch to prepare the drive for installation. 44 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide 2.
Remove the hard drive blank. 3. Open the release latch to prepare the drive for installation. 44 HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 Server User Guide 2.