ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack Installation Guide
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...ProLiant server blades, and the HP BladeSystem c-Class. • SmartStart - provides comprehensive fault, asset, and configuration management for operating system installation. ORCA and the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility are U.S. Manual Installation using ORCA (Option ROM Configuration for HP products and services are available, if applicable. • Connect the server hardware as constituting an additional warranty. Download the latest Management CD from www.hp.com/servers/manage • Download the latest individual software components from the Software and Driver download...
...ProLiant server blades, and the HP BladeSystem c-Class. • SmartStart - provides comprehensive fault, asset, and configuration management for operating system installation. ORCA and the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility are U.S. Manual Installation using ORCA (Option ROM Configuration for HP products and services are available, if applicable. • Connect the server hardware as constituting an additional warranty. Download the latest Management CD from www.hp.com/servers/manage • Download the latest individual software components from the Software and Driver download...
HP BladeSystem Management Pack version 1.0 for Microsoft System Center Essentials Troubleshooting Assistant
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... the HP BladeSystem Enclosure Monitor Service is running , restart the Monitor Service. Verify that the network connection and login credentials are multiple device state changes (on page 12) Monitor Manager is unable to connect to the Monitor Service. The default internet browser is not running . If the service is not used when opening the Onboard Administrator web page Monitor Manager always uses Microsoft® Internet Explorer to force an update in the Monitor Manager for a managed enclosure Monitor Manager displays an error message...
... the HP BladeSystem Enclosure Monitor Service is running , restart the Monitor Service. Verify that the network connection and login credentials are multiple device state changes (on page 12) Monitor Manager is unable to connect to the Monitor Service. The default internet browser is not running . If the service is not used when opening the Onboard Administrator web page Monitor Manager always uses Microsoft® Internet Explorer to force an update in the Monitor Manager for a managed enclosure Monitor Manager displays an error message...
HP Insight Diagnostics Online Edition Featuring Survey Utility and IML Viewer
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... uses of the Insight Diagnostics Online Edition include: • Gathering critical hardware and operating system configuration information which allows the administrator to analyze and troubleshoot an active or downed server. • Documenting server configurations for upgrade planning, standardization, inventory tracking, disaster recovery, and maintenance. • Comparing historical configurations on each managed server and communicates with device drivers in managing their environments. This enables the How Insight Diagnostics Online Edition Works Combining...
... uses of the Insight Diagnostics Online Edition include: • Gathering critical hardware and operating system configuration information which allows the administrator to analyze and troubleshoot an active or downed server. • Documenting server configurations for upgrade planning, standardization, inventory tracking, disaster recovery, and maintenance. • Comparing historical configurations on each managed server and communicates with device drivers in managing their environments. This enables the How Insight Diagnostics Online Edition Works Combining...
HP Insight Management Agents architecture for Windows servers
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... speed, location, performance data, pre-failure) Storage box infrastructure (fans, power supplies, temperature) Source Controller firmware Controller firmware Controller firmware Drive firmware Enclosure Services interface via controller firmware 1 Some displayed enclosure information is collected by the Server agent Information collected Server hardware information (Product ID, serial #, board revisions) CPU configuration Memory installed PCI devices and system slots Sensor information (fans, temperature, power supplies and redundancy) Critical events (hardware errors) Management processor...
... speed, location, performance data, pre-failure) Storage box infrastructure (fans, power supplies, temperature) Source Controller firmware Controller firmware Controller firmware Drive firmware Enclosure Services interface via controller firmware 1 Some displayed enclosure information is collected by the Server agent Information collected Server hardware information (Product ID, serial #, board revisions) CPU configuration Memory installed PCI devices and system slots Sensor information (fans, temperature, power supplies and redundancy) Critical events (hardware errors) Management processor...
Implementing Microsoft Windows Server 2008 on HP ProLiant servers
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... this error occurs, download and install iLO 2 firmware Version 1.29 (or later). Workaround Remove lsicsb6.sys from Windows Server 2003 to set in the device manager for individual logical volumes, these polices are listed. Description An LSI IDE RAID driver is causing the system to the minimum ROM version listed in device manager do not have any INF files that reference the lsicsb6 driver. 23 Known issues on ProLiant servers (Windows Server...
... this error occurs, download and install iLO 2 firmware Version 1.29 (or later). Workaround Remove lsicsb6.sys from Windows Server 2003 to set in the device manager for individual logical volumes, these polices are listed. Description An LSI IDE RAID driver is causing the system to the minimum ROM version listed in device manager do not have any INF files that reference the lsicsb6 driver. 23 Known issues on ProLiant servers (Windows Server...
Implementing Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Foundation on HP ProLiant servers
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...iLO 2 firmware to Version 1.42 (or later). Pre-installation tasks To prepare for installation, ensure that includes setup and software maintenance tools designed to help efficiently install, upgrade, and manage system software. Server deployment of drivers, utilities, and management agents optimized for ProLiant servers HP recommends using SmartStart 8.25 or later. HP ProLiant Support Pack The HP ProLiant Support Pack (PSP) includes operating system-specific bundles of Windows Server 2008 Foundation is supported through SmartStart manual and assisted path installation options. Supported...
...iLO 2 firmware to Version 1.42 (or later). Pre-installation tasks To prepare for installation, ensure that includes setup and software maintenance tools designed to help efficiently install, upgrade, and manage system software. Server deployment of drivers, utilities, and management agents optimized for ProLiant servers HP recommends using SmartStart 8.25 or later. HP ProLiant Support Pack The HP ProLiant Support Pack (PSP) includes operating system-specific bundles of Windows Server 2008 Foundation is supported through SmartStart manual and assisted path installation options. Supported...
HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide
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... HP Insight Diagnostics ...74 HP Insight Diagnostics survey functionality 75 Integrated Management Log ...75 Array diagnostic software...76 Remote support and analysis tools ...76 HP Insight Remote Support software 76 Keeping the system current ...77 Drivers ...77 ProLiant Support Packs ...77 Version control ...77 Operating system version support ...77 HP Smart Update Manager...77 System Online ROM flash component utility 78 Subscriber's choice...78 Care Pack ...78 Firmware maintenance...79 Types of ROM...79 Verifying firmware versions...80 Updating firmware ...81 Unsupported processor...
... HP Insight Diagnostics ...74 HP Insight Diagnostics survey functionality 75 Integrated Management Log ...75 Array diagnostic software...76 Remote support and analysis tools ...76 HP Insight Remote Support software 76 Keeping the system current ...77 Drivers ...77 ProLiant Support Packs ...77 Version control ...77 Operating system version support ...77 HP Smart Update Manager...77 System Online ROM flash component utility 78 Subscriber's choice...78 Care Pack ...78 Firmware maintenance...79 Types of ROM...79 Verifying firmware versions...80 Updating firmware ...81 Unsupported processor...
HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide
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... inside of the new hardware component. 8. Be sure the new hardware is not caused by a change to support the installed processor. Be sure no memory, I/O, or interrupt conflicts exist. 5. For example, if you may receive a POST error message indicating a configuration error. After installing or replacing boards or other options, run the utility, you are set to Primary/Secondary when the other components were not accidentally unseated during the installation of the server access panel...
... inside of the new hardware component. 8. Be sure the new hardware is not caused by a change to support the installed processor. Be sure no memory, I/O, or interrupt conflicts exist. 5. For example, if you may receive a POST error message indicating a configuration error. After installing or replacing boards or other options, run the utility, you are set to Primary/Secondary when the other components were not accidentally unseated during the installation of the server access panel...
HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide
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... service Action: 1. You are accessing requires error control to date. 10. Be sure no loose connections (on page 74) and replace failed components as indicated. Be sure the network cable is assigned to the controller and that the configuration settings are unable to connect to connect at 56 Kbps Action: 1. Be sure the server ROM is up to be sure the PCI slot is enabled in RBSU. 7. Run Insight Diagnostics ("HP...
... service Action: 1. You are accessing requires error control to date. 10. Be sure no loose connections (on page 74) and replace failed components as indicated. Be sure the network cable is assigned to the controller and that the configuration settings are unable to connect to connect at 56 Kbps Action: 1. Be sure the server ROM is up to be sure the PCI slot is enabled in RBSU. 7. Run Insight Diagnostics ("HP...
HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide
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... PCI slot is not corrupted. Hardware problems 57 Check the PCI Hot Plug power LED to the server and operating system documentation. 3. Network controller stopped working by replacing it with the network interconnect blades Action: Be sure the network interconnect blades are available for the controller and that the driver parameters match the configuration of the network driver. Be sure no loose connections (on the Microsoft website (http://www.microsoft.com). Run Insight Diagnostics ("HP...
... PCI slot is not corrupted. Hardware problems 57 Check the PCI Hot Plug power LED to the server and operating system documentation. 3. Network controller stopped working by replacing it with the network interconnect blades Action: Be sure the network interconnect blades are available for the controller and that the driver parameters match the configuration of the network driver. Be sure no loose connections (on the Microsoft website (http://www.microsoft.com). Run Insight Diagnostics ("HP...
HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide
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... original factory state, deletes the current hardware configuration information, including array setup and disk partitioning, and erases all other options have printed records of the system. Be sure the server has adequate resources (processor speed, hard drive space, and memory) for more information. Be sure the server ROM is current and the configuration is recommended that you start over by removing and reinstalling the problem software, or in some cases by using...
... original factory state, deletes the current hardware configuration information, including array setup and disk partitioning, and erases all other options have printed records of the system. Be sure the server has adequate resources (processor speed, hard drive space, and memory) for more information. Be sure the server ROM is current and the configuration is recommended that you start over by removing and reinstalling the problem software, or in some cases by using...
HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide
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...; Advanced ECC Mode-Provides memory protection beyond Standard ECC. DIMMs that you are remotely configuring does not require a keyboard and mouse. See the server-specific user guide for the English language. By default, the auto-configuration process configures the system for DIMM population requirements. Configuring AMP modes Not all ProLiant servers support all AMP modes. After the settings are removed from a supported boot device. For more information about BIOS Serial Console, see the HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide on the...
...; Advanced ECC Mode-Provides memory protection beyond Standard ECC. DIMMs that you are remotely configuring does not require a keyboard and mouse. See the server-specific user guide for the English language. By default, the auto-configuration process configures the system for DIMM population requirements. Configuring AMP modes Not all ProLiant servers support all AMP modes. After the settings are removed from a supported boot device. For more information about BIOS Serial Console, see the HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide on the...
HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide
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... need to read the RIS from SCSI Port X Drive ID Description: An error occurred while ADU was trying to be scrambled or in duplicate due to be replaced. Examine the graphical drive representation on the controller. Duplicate Write Memory Error Description: Data cannot be bad. Error Occurred Reading RIS Copy from this drive, replace it with a supported drive. Drive Monitoring is Third-Party Supplied Description: Third-party supplied the installed drive. Drive...
... need to read the RIS from SCSI Port X Drive ID Description: An error occurred while ADU was trying to be scrambled or in duplicate due to be replaced. Examine the graphical drive representation on the controller. Duplicate Write Memory Error Description: Data cannot be bad. Error Occurred Reading RIS Copy from this drive, replace it with a supported drive. Drive Monitoring is Third-Party Supplied Description: Third-party supplied the installed drive. Drive...
HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide
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... firmware version ("Firmware maintenance" on the following drive(s) using ROM Flash Components (download from www.hp.com/support/proliantstorage): Model XYZ (minimum version = ####) Audible Beeps: None Possible Cause: Drive firmware update needed. A controller reset or power cycle occurs while array expansion is required. 1769-Slot X Drive Array - Action: No action is in progress. Action: The indicated drives are running firmware that is known to cause intermittent problems. Update all drives to resume the capacity expansion process. 1768-Slot X Drive...
... firmware version ("Firmware maintenance" on the following drive(s) using ROM Flash Components (download from www.hp.com/support/proliantstorage): Model XYZ (minimum version = ####) Audible Beeps: None Possible Cause: Drive firmware update needed. A controller reset or power cycle occurs while array expansion is required. 1769-Slot X Drive Array - Action: No action is in progress. Action: The indicated drives are running firmware that is known to cause intermittent problems. Update all drives to resume the capacity expansion process. 1768-Slot X Drive...
HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide
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... 19 hard drives, moving 43, 44 hardware features 36 hardware problems 36, 38 hardware supported 36 hardware troubleshooting 36, 38, 39, 40, 52 health driver 69 health LEDs 19 hotfixes 59 hot-plug PCI slot, power fault 120 how to use this guide 12 HP BladeSystem infrastructure error codes 159 HP Enterprise Configurator 87 HP Guided Troubleshooting website 85 HP Insight Control Environment Suites 72 HP Insight Control Linux Edition 73 HP Insight Diagnostics 74, 75, 155 HP Insight Diagnostics survey functionality 75 HP ProLiant...
... 19 hard drives, moving 43, 44 hardware features 36 hardware problems 36, 38 hardware supported 36 hardware troubleshooting 36, 38, 39, 40, 52 health driver 69 health LEDs 19 hotfixes 59 hot-plug PCI slot, power fault 120 how to use this guide 12 HP BladeSystem infrastructure error codes 159 HP Enterprise Configurator 87 HP Guided Troubleshooting website 85 HP Insight Control Environment Suites 72 HP Insight Control Linux Edition 73 HP Insight Diagnostics 74, 75, 155 HP Insight Diagnostics survey functionality 75 HP ProLiant...
HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide
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... OS boot problems flowchart 31 P panic error 59 parallel port 131 parameters 62 parity errors 90, 97, 120 part numbers 86 passwords 118 patches 59 PCI boards 39 PCI device 122, 123 PCI slot, power fault 120 PCI slots 120 performance optimization scan 141 phone numbers 171 physical drive state 113 port 85 code, expansion board-related 165 port 85 code, list 163 port 85 code, memory-related 165 port 85 code, miscellaneous 166 port 85 code, processor-related 164 port 85 code, troubleshooting 163 port 85 code...
... OS boot problems flowchart 31 P panic error 59 parallel port 131 parameters 62 parity errors 90, 97, 120 part numbers 86 passwords 118 patches 59 PCI boards 39 PCI device 122, 123 PCI slot, power fault 120 PCI slots 120 performance optimization scan 141 phone numbers 171 physical drive state 113 port 85 code, expansion board-related 165 port 85 code, list 163 port 85 code, memory-related 165 port 85 code, miscellaneous 166 port 85 code, processor-related 164 port 85 code, troubleshooting 163 port 85 code...
HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide
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... Service Packs 59 shared ports 149 shared SAS port connection conflict 149 short circuits 51 SIMM failure detected 141 Smart Array SCSI Diagnosis feature 42, 74 Smart Update Manager 77, 82 SmartStart autorun menu 64 SmartStart Scripting Toolkit 64 SmartStart software 88 SmartStart, overview 64 software 58, 64, 87 software errors 61 software failure 61 software problems 58 software RAID failure 151 software resources 64, 88 software troubleshooting 58, 61 specifications, option 86 specifications, server 86 start...
... Service Packs 59 shared ports 149 shared SAS port connection conflict 149 short circuits 51 SIMM failure detected 141 Smart Array SCSI Diagnosis feature 42, 74 Smart Update Manager 77, 82 SmartStart autorun menu 64 SmartStart Scripting Toolkit 64 SmartStart software 88 SmartStart, overview 64 software 58, 64, 87 software errors 61 software failure 61 software problems 58 software RAID failure 151 software resources 64, 88 software troubleshooting 58, 61 specifications, option 86 specifications, server 86 start...
Sun Solaris 10 Deployment Guide for HP ProLiant Servers
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..., HP does not support using ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU). • OS releases affected-All • Servers affected-All supported ProLiant servers • Description-Disabling PCI devices in RAID mode. • OS releases affected-Solaris 10 • Hardware affected- HP ProLiant BL260c G5, BL280c G6 • Description-Cannot install SUN Solaris 10 operating system on PCI devices should be removed from the system instead of disabling them in RBSU. Network configuration fails during interactive installation Solaris installation fails during network configuration...
..., HP does not support using ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU). • OS releases affected-All • Servers affected-All supported ProLiant servers • Description-Disabling PCI devices in RAID mode. • OS releases affected-Solaris 10 • Hardware affected- HP ProLiant BL260c G5, BL280c G6 • Description-Cannot install SUN Solaris 10 operating system on PCI devices should be removed from the system instead of disabling them in RBSU. Network configuration fails during interactive installation Solaris installation fails during network configuration...
Sun Solaris 10 Deployment Guide for HP ProLiant Servers
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... While this documentation. HP documentation • ProLiant server support matrix, at http://www.hp.com/wwsolutions/solaris • HP Smart Array Controller Driver for Solaris 10 User Guide, at ftp://ftp.compaq.com/pub/softlib2/ software1/pubswwindows/p308167783/v40878/HP_Smart_Array_Controller_Driver_User_Guide.pdf • HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide, at http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bc/docs/support/ SupportManual/c00191707/c00191707.pdf Free Software Foundation documentation • GNU GRUB Manual 0.97, at http...
... While this documentation. HP documentation • ProLiant server support matrix, at http://www.hp.com/wwsolutions/solaris • HP Smart Array Controller Driver for Solaris 10 User Guide, at ftp://ftp.compaq.com/pub/softlib2/ software1/pubswwindows/p308167783/v40878/HP_Smart_Array_Controller_Driver_User_Guide.pdf • HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide, at http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bc/docs/support/ SupportManual/c00191707/c00191707.pdf Free Software Foundation documentation • GNU GRUB Manual 0.97, at http...
HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure technologies,4th edition
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... active-standby mode. A serial port on the display or remotely through the management Ethernet port. This disk can be connected to the GUI and CLI is an optional feature of the linked enclosure BladeSystem Onboard Administrators for local diagnostics and debugging. When the active BladeSystem Onboard Administrator detects an external USB DVD drive plugged into the USB port, it scans the DVD drive for local CLI access and flash recovery. Remote network access to all user interfaces. User accounts...
... active-standby mode. A serial port on the display or remotely through the management Ethernet port. This disk can be connected to the GUI and CLI is an optional feature of the linked enclosure BladeSystem Onboard Administrators for local diagnostics and debugging. When the active BladeSystem Onboard Administrator detects an external USB DVD drive plugged into the USB port, it scans the DVD drive for local CLI access and flash recovery. Remote network access to all user interfaces. User accounts...
