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... SAN storage for the target server to 0 like a new server) SelectBootEnable=0(this should be set to execute the Read ProLiant ML/DL/BL QLogic HBA Configuration [server specific] job from the Server Deployment Toolbox\1 - Ensure that boots from SAN. Hardware Configuration\HBA job folder on the target server. If you start Consult the HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack...
... SAN storage for the target server to 0 like a new server) SelectBootEnable=0(this should be set to execute the Read ProLiant ML/DL/BL QLogic HBA Configuration [server specific] job from the Server Deployment Toolbox\1 - Ensure that boots from SAN. Hardware Configuration\HBA job folder on the target server. If you start Consult the HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack...
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...needed in your environment. 6. This job disables the embedded array controller and put the HBA controller first in Step 3 to the target server using any of Microsoft Notepad because Notepad does not read or write the line feeds correctly. 8. OS Installation (Scripted) job folders. ... a LUN for the ID field. Move the mouse cursor over the target server. Execute the Write ProLiant ML/DL/BL QLogic HBA Configuration [server specific] job from the provisioned SAN storage. 7. Execute the Deploy ProLiant BL System Configuration (Boot From SAN) job from Step 3. Customers who will use ...
...needed in your environment. 6. This job disables the embedded array controller and put the HBA controller first in Step 3 to the target server using any of Microsoft Notepad because Notepad does not read or write the line feeds correctly. 8. OS Installation (Scripted) job folders. ... a LUN for the ID field. Move the mouse cursor over the target server. Execute the Write ProLiant ML/DL/BL QLogic HBA Configuration [server specific] job from the provisioned SAN storage. 7. Execute the Deploy ProLiant BL System Configuration (Boot From SAN) job from Step 3. Customers who will use ...
HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide
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... problem occur? • What has been changed since the time the server was working? • Did you will be useful: • Run HP Insight Diagnostics (on the server. Record any applications. To verify the server configuration, connect to the SmartStart CD for server-specific information. o HP recommends you want to use the survey page to view the...
... problem occur? • What has been changed since the time the server was working? • Did you will be useful: • Run HP Insight Diagnostics (on the server. Record any applications. To verify the server configuration, connect to the SmartStart CD for server-specific information. o HP recommends you want to use the survey page to view the...
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... the product, and then locate the link for the maintenance and service guide. o HP BladeSystem p-Class Support and Documents (http://www.hp.com/products/servers/proliant-bl/p-class/info) Diagnostic flowcharts 22 The General diagnosis flowchart is not easily categorized into... flowchart • Server fault indications flowchart (on page 32) o Server and p-Class server blade fault indications flowchart o c-Class server blade fault indications flowchart Troubleshooting flowchart reference websites Each flowchart contains references to be used when the problem is not server-specific or is a ...
... the product, and then locate the link for the maintenance and service guide. o HP BladeSystem p-Class Support and Documents (http://www.hp.com/products/servers/proliant-bl/p-class/info) Diagnostic flowcharts 22 The General diagnosis flowchart is not easily categorized into... flowchart • Server fault indications flowchart (on page 32) o Server and p-Class server blade fault indications flowchart o c-Class server blade fault indications flowchart Troubleshooting flowchart reference websites Each flowchart contains references to be used when the problem is not server-specific or is a ...
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...cable. 5. Be sure no loose connections (on page 17). 3. d. Be sure the drive is not recognized Action: 1. Run Insight Diagnostics ("HP Insight Diagnostics" on page 67). Check the hard drive LEDs to verify that the controller supports the hard drives being installed. 4. c. A new...non-hot-plug hard drive, be sure the hard drive is configured properly: a. Be sure the hard drive is set properly. For server-specific hard drive LED information, see the hard drive documentation. Be sure that the boot controller order is cabled properly and terminated if necessary....
...cable. 5. Be sure no loose connections (on page 17). 3. d. Be sure the drive is not recognized Action: 1. Run Insight Diagnostics ("HP Insight Diagnostics" on page 67). Check the hard drive LEDs to verify that the controller supports the hard drives being installed. 4. c. A new...non-hot-plug hard drive, be sure the hard drive is configured properly: a. Be sure the hard drive is set properly. For server-specific hard drive LED information, see the hard drive documentation. Be sure that the boot controller order is cabled properly and terminated if necessary....
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... device. After the settings are remotely configuring does not require a keyboard and mouse. The server that are likely to reboot automatically. Configuring AMP modes Not all ProLiant servers support all AMP modes. Boot options Near the end of the boot process, the boot options... information about BIOS Serial Console, see the HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide on the Documentation CD or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support/smartstart/documentation). Software tools and solutions 66 See the server-specific user guide for the English language. RBSU ...
... device. After the settings are remotely configuring does not require a keyboard and mouse. The server that are likely to reboot automatically. Configuring AMP modes Not all ProLiant servers support all AMP modes. Boot options Near the end of the boot process, the boot options... information about BIOS Serial Console, see the HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide on the Documentation CD or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support/smartstart/documentation). Software tools and solutions 66 See the server-specific user guide for the English language. RBSU ...
HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide
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...Diagnostic Steps ...D-4 Problems After Initial Power Up D-9 System Configuration Reset D-12 ROMPaq Disaster Recovery D-13 Other Information Resources D-14 Appendix E Server Specifications Server Specifications...E-1 Environmental Specifications E-2 Appendix F Battery Replacement Index List of Tables Table 1-1: Front Panel Components 1-2 Table 1-2: Front Panel LEDs 1-3 Table 1-3: Media Components... Table 5-1: Auto-Configuration Process 5-8 Table D-1: Diagnostic Steps D-4 Table D-2: Is the System Power LED Amber D-5 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide vii
...Diagnostic Steps ...D-4 Problems After Initial Power Up D-9 System Configuration Reset D-12 ROMPaq Disaster Recovery D-13 Other Information Resources D-14 Appendix E Server Specifications Server Specifications...E-1 Environmental Specifications E-2 Appendix F Battery Replacement Index List of Tables Table 1-1: Front Panel Components 1-2 Table 1-2: Front Panel LEDs 1-3 Table 1-3: Media Components... Table 5-1: Auto-Configuration Process 5-8 Table D-1: Diagnostic Steps D-4 Table D-2: Is the System Power LED Amber D-5 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide vii
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Contents Table D-3: Is the System Power LED Green D-6 Table D-4: Is the Internal Health LED Green D-7 Table D-5: Is the Monitor Displaying Information D-8 Table D-6: System Cannot Load SmartStart D-9 Table D-7: SmartStart Fails During Installation D-11 Table D-8: Server Cannot Load the Operating System D-11 Table E-1: Server Specifications E-1 Table E-2: Environmental Specifications E-2 viii HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide
Contents Table D-3: Is the System Power LED Green D-6 Table D-4: Is the Internal Health LED Green D-7 Table D-5: Is the Monitor Displaying Information D-8 Table D-6: System Cannot Load SmartStart D-9 Table D-7: SmartStart Fails During Installation D-11 Table D-8: Server Cannot Load the Operating System D-11 Table E-1: Server Specifications E-1 Table E-2: Environmental Specifications E-2 viii HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide
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... Appendix E, "Server Specifications." Rack Server Optimum Environment When installing the server in a rack, select a location that includes dedicated and properly grounded (earthed) circuits, air conditioning, and ESD protection • 7.6-cm (3.0-in) clearance on all sides of the tower server for proper ventilation...48 in) from the back of the rack to the back of another rack or row of racks. 3-2 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide This device protects the hardware from power fluctuations and temporary interruptions with a regulating uninterruptible power...
... Appendix E, "Server Specifications." Rack Server Optimum Environment When installing the server in a rack, select a location that includes dedicated and properly grounded (earthed) circuits, air conditioning, and ESD protection • 7.6-cm (3.0-in) clearance on all sides of the tower server for proper ventilation...48 in) from the back of the rack to the back of another rack or row of racks. 3-2 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide This device protects the hardware from power fluctuations and temporary interruptions with a regulating uninterruptible power...
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... backup ROM. • Erase Non-volatile Memory resets the non-volatile memory of the system. Server Configuration and Utilities Server Asset Text The Server Asset Text menu customizes the server-specific text, including the following selections are available on this menu: • MPS Table Mode is ...8226; POST F1 Prompt configures the server so that when an error is Auto Set Table. • POST Speed Up quickens POST by disabling the extended power-up sequence, you must press the F1 key to an initial, factory state. 5-6 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide
... backup ROM. • Erase Non-volatile Memory resets the non-volatile memory of the system. Server Configuration and Utilities Server Asset Text The Server Asset Text menu customizes the server-specific text, including the following selections are available on this menu: • MPS Table Mode is ...8226; POST F1 Prompt configures the server so that when an error is Auto Set Table. • POST Speed Up quickens POST by disabling the extended power-up sequence, you must press the F1 key to an initial, factory state. 5-6 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide
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... and Utilities RBSU Access To access the redundant ROM through POST that the ROM bank is corrupt. 5-10 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide Select ROM Selection in Appendix D, "Server Specific Troubleshooting." Select one of the system configuration switch, refer to "ROMPaq Disaster Recovery" in the Advanced Options menu of RBSU. 3. Press the...
... and Utilities RBSU Access To access the redundant ROM through POST that the ROM bank is corrupt. 5-10 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide Select ROM Selection in Appendix D, "Server Specific Troubleshooting." Select one of the system configuration switch, refer to "ROMPaq Disaster Recovery" in the Advanced Options menu of RBSU. 3. Press the...
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For NetWare: IML Viewer - HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide 5-17 For Windows: Event Viewer or IML Viewer - This utility runs automatically every time the server is functioning properly. You can view recorded events in the IML in several ways, including the...the Documentation CD, or the Management CD in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack or refer to the HP website (www.hp.com/servers/manage). Refer to ensure that checks firmware and assemblies to Appendix D, "Server Specific Troubleshooting," for the normal power-up . Integrated ...
For NetWare: IML Viewer - HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide 5-17 For Windows: Event Viewer or IML Viewer - This utility runs automatically every time the server is functioning properly. You can view recorded events in the IML in several ways, including the...the Documentation CD, or the Management CD in the HP ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack or refer to the HP website (www.hp.com/servers/manage). Refer to ensure that checks firmware and assemblies to Appendix D, "Server Specific Troubleshooting," for the normal power-up . Integrated ...
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... preventative maintenance, and a complete list of personal injury exists from hazardous energy levels. HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide D-1 If the server completes POST and attempts to load the operating system, refer to "Problems After Initial Power..., refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide on LEDs, switch settings, and jumpers, refer to Chapter 1, "Component Identification." For information about the procedures, precautions, and hazards associated with equipment containing hazardous energy circuits. D Server Specific Troubleshooting Use the sections...
... preventative maintenance, and a complete list of personal injury exists from hazardous energy levels. HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide D-1 If the server completes POST and attempts to load the operating system, refer to "Problems After Initial Power..., refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide on LEDs, switch settings, and jumpers, refer to Chapter 1, "Component Identification." For information about the procedures, precautions, and hazards associated with equipment containing hazardous energy circuits. D Server Specific Troubleshooting Use the sections...
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...-2 (ASR-2) power-up . Check for notification of the system power LED, refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide. Refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide. 3. D-2 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide Server Specific Troubleshooting When the server does not start up caused by another problem. Be sure that the power source is working outlet. 2. For details on what...
...-2 (ASR-2) power-up . Check for notification of the system power LED, refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide. Refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide. 3. D-2 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide Server Specific Troubleshooting When the server does not start up caused by another problem. Be sure that the power source is working outlet. 2. For details on what...
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The operating system loads to complete the boot process. The monitor displays messages regarding server initialization in this appendix. HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide D-3 Processor initialization Memory test Memory initialization Diskette drive SCSI devices (if applicable) ATA devices (if applicable) Option ROM d. If the problem persists, continue with the section, "Diagnostic Steps," in the following sequence: Video initialization-The initialization screen is displayed. Server Specific Troubleshooting c.
The operating system loads to complete the boot process. The monitor displays messages regarding server initialization in this appendix. HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide D-3 Processor initialization Memory test Memory initialization Diskette drive SCSI devices (if applicable) ATA devices (if applicable) Option ROM d. If the problem persists, continue with the section, "Diagnostic Steps," in the following sequence: Video initialization-The initialization screen is displayed. Server Specific Troubleshooting c.
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... the monitor displaying information? If yes, continue to question 2. Server Specific Troubleshooting Diagnostic Steps If the server does not power up, or powers up but does not complete POST, answer the questions in diagnosis, possible solutions, and references to other sources of information. D-4 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide If yes, use the POST...
... the monitor displaying information? If yes, continue to question 2. Server Specific Troubleshooting Diagnostic Steps If the server does not power up, or powers up but does not complete POST, answer the questions in diagnosis, possible solutions, and references to other sources of information. D-4 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide If yes, use the POST...
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...all pins on connectors and components are connected to the system board. Be sure that the power supply cables are straight. HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide D-5 Refer to be inserted properly, it may have failed. Answer No Yes Possible Reasons The...available. Press the Power On/Standby button. 2. Be sure that the power button/LED cable is not connected to the power supply. Server Specific Troubleshooting Table D-2: Is the System Power LED Amber? The power supply may not be replaced. Possible Solutions Be sure that the power cord...
...all pins on connectors and components are connected to the system board. Be sure that the power supply cables are straight. HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide D-5 Refer to be inserted properly, it may have failed. Answer No Yes Possible Reasons The...available. Press the Power On/Standby button. 2. Be sure that the power button/LED cable is not connected to the power supply. Server Specific Troubleshooting Table D-2: Is the System Power LED Amber? The power supply may not be replaced. Possible Solutions Be sure that the power cord...
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... properly, it may have a damaged connector, or it may need to Table D-4. Firmly press the Power On/Standby button. D-6 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide The system may not be replaced. Server Specific Troubleshooting Table D-3: Is the System Power LED Green? The power supply may have failed. If the system power LED is...
... properly, it may have a damaged connector, or it may need to Table D-4. Firmly press the Power On/Standby button. D-6 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide The system may not be replaced. Server Specific Troubleshooting Table D-3: Is the System Power LED Green? The power supply may have failed. If the system power LED is...
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... • Improperly installed components Contact the authorized service provider for replacement parts and service. HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide D-7 The SCSI cabling or terminator configuration is an unsupported type. Processors are mismatched (speed and/or type). Server Specific Troubleshooting Table D-4: Is the Internal Health LED Green? Answer No, it is amber No...
... • Improperly installed components Contact the authorized service provider for replacement parts and service. HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide D-7 The SCSI cabling or terminator configuration is an unsupported type. Processors are mismatched (speed and/or type). Server Specific Troubleshooting Table D-4: Is the Internal Health LED Green? Answer No, it is amber No...
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Server Specific Troubleshooting Table D-5: Is the Monitor Displaying Information? The system board... is the audible signal indicating the presence of each beep sequence and the corresponding error messages. D-8 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide Be sure that the switch settings on the system board. Are there any ...not be corrupted. Determine the next action by observing POST progress and error messages. Refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide for information on video problems. Be sure that the monitor power cord is available for ...
Server Specific Troubleshooting Table D-5: Is the Monitor Displaying Information? The system board... is the audible signal indicating the presence of each beep sequence and the corresponding error messages. D-8 HP ProLiant ML330 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide Be sure that the switch settings on the system board. Are there any ...not be corrupted. Determine the next action by observing POST progress and error messages. Refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide for information on video problems. Be sure that the monitor power cord is available for ...