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... 5 Minimizing the Impact of Changes 6 Version Control ...6 Server Design ...6 Software Updates ...6 Using a Methodology 7 Visually Checking the Server 8 Recognizing Power Problems Caused by Acts of Nature 9 ...Preventing Power Management Problems 10 General Power Requirements 10 Power Consumption Considerations 10 Power Supply Considerations 11 Power Redundancy Considerations 11 Preventing Damage to Removable Drives 11 Preventing Electrostatic Damage 12 Preventing Cable Damage 12 Preventing Tape Drive Errors 12 HP...
... 5 Minimizing the Impact of Changes 6 Version Control ...6 Server Design ...6 Software Updates ...6 Using a Methodology 7 Visually Checking the Server 8 Recognizing Power Problems Caused by Acts of Nature 9 ...Preventing Power Management Problems 10 General Power Requirements 10 Power Consumption Considerations 10 Power Supply Considerations 11 Power Redundancy Considerations 11 Preventing Damage to Removable Drives 11 Preventing Electrostatic Damage 12 Preventing Cable Damage 12 Preventing Tape Drive Errors 12 HP...
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... operating system and data, a copy of the current system configuration settings using the Survey Utility. • Check the HP resources, the software documentation, and third-party product documentation for information about potential problems. Websites are too important to overlook... • Document the system settings. If the system configuration will be changed . Preparing for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots servers. If the system contains valuable data, have at a time. Abstract This guide provides information to help you are not corrupted before making any...
... operating system and data, a copy of the current system configuration settings using the Survey Utility. • Check the HP resources, the software documentation, and third-party product documentation for information about potential problems. Websites are too important to overlook... • Document the system settings. If the system configuration will be changed . Preparing for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots servers. If the system contains valuable data, have at a time. Abstract This guide provides information to help you are not corrupted before making any...
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...Updates Stay aware of downtime experienced due to memory or PCI card upgrades. Anticipate the utilization rate and distribute servers based on enterprise class servers, high availability features such as Hot-Pluggable RAID memory functionality and Hot-Plug PCI slots effectively minimize the amount... of the latest software updates for the operating system and applications, and update software for server BIOS, drivers, and agents. Server Design Design the server setup to cables that rate. • Be sure that you allow enough time to make the changes. ...
...Updates Stay aware of downtime experienced due to memory or PCI card upgrades. Anticipate the utilization rate and distribute servers based on enterprise class servers, high availability features such as Hot-Pluggable RAID memory functionality and Hot-Plug PCI slots effectively minimize the amount... of the latest software updates for the operating system and applications, and update software for server BIOS, drivers, and agents. Server Design Design the server setup to cables that rate. • Be sure that you allow enough time to make the changes. ...
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...a habit of using the server can help when trying to remember often overlooked details that the CPU utilization has increased 50 percent if you will know what to expect during certain points in time. Using a Methodology Following a set of procedures when using the HP tools, resources, software, and... third-party product resources to keep abreast of potential problems. You may be able to avoid problems by 50 percent during certain hours, you do occur. • Use uniform naming conventions for the servers, such as names that...
...a habit of using the server can help when trying to remember often overlooked details that the CPU utilization has increased 50 percent if you will know what to expect during certain points in time. Using a Methodology Following a set of procedures when using the HP tools, resources, software, and... third-party product resources to keep abreast of potential problems. You may be able to avoid problems by 50 percent during certain hours, you do occur. • Use uniform naming conventions for the servers, such as names that...
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...SCSI cables, network adapters, Processor Power Modules (PPMs), and perhaps even complete I/O, media, processor, and memory modules, if the server is modular. • Restock spare parts as they are not positioned tightly up -to-date network topology map in an accessible location... solve the same problem more quickly in the future and ensure accuracy, especially when dealing with erasers; Place the label on the server. System configuration, Survey Utility, and Array Diagnostic Utility (ADU) printouts, as well as magnetized screwdrivers and telephones with electromagnetic ringers...
...SCSI cables, network adapters, Processor Power Modules (PPMs), and perhaps even complete I/O, media, processor, and memory modules, if the server is modular. • Restock spare parts as they are not positioned tightly up -to-date network topology map in an accessible location... solve the same problem more quickly in the future and ensure accuracy, especially when dealing with erasers; Place the label on the server. System configuration, Survey Utility, and Array Diagnostic Utility (ADU) printouts, as well as magnetized screwdrivers and telephones with electromagnetic ringers...
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...Storms can cause total blackout conditions due to downed power lines. CAUTION: To avoid potential problems, always read the cautionary information in the server documentation before removing, replacing, reseating, or modifying system components. • Check for adequate airflow and dislodge anything blocking the fans. ...Prevention Guide 9 Move the cables away from increased use of heat and give them more slack if possible. • Be sure the server does not share a power line with high-current machines, such as laser printers, air conditioners, copiers, and coffee machines, or ungrounded...
...Storms can cause total blackout conditions due to downed power lines. CAUTION: To avoid potential problems, always read the cautionary information in the server documentation before removing, replacing, reseating, or modifying system components. • Check for adequate airflow and dislodge anything blocking the fans. ...Prevention Guide 9 Move the cables away from increased use of heat and give them more slack if possible. • Be sure the server does not share a power line with high-current machines, such as laser printers, air conditioners, copiers, and coffee machines, or ungrounded...
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... and is a requirement, if applicable to the server documentation. Power Consumption Considerations Before configuring the server, you must evaluate power consumption requirements and determine the appropriate number of the server, refer to the server. Power disruptions take many forms, including power surges...and sags, high-voltage spikes, switching transients, brownouts, and complete power failure. General Power Requirements Be sure that the server has sufficient power capacity. For electrical power ratings on options, refer to the rating label on the specific power capabilities...
... and is a requirement, if applicable to the server documentation. Power Consumption Considerations Before configuring the server, you must evaluate power consumption requirements and determine the appropriate number of the server, refer to the server. Power disruptions take many forms, including power surges...and sags, high-voltage spikes, switching transients, brownouts, and complete power failure. General Power Requirements Be sure that the server has sufficient power capacity. For electrical power ratings on options, refer to the rating label on the specific power capabilities...
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... DVD tray is closed. • Before handling a drive, be handled with care. Refer to the server documentation to determine what power redundancy requirements are discharged of static electricity. Error Prevention Guide 11 To provide complete power protection, HP recommends installing a suitable UPS. While handling a drive, avoid touching the connector. • Handle drives...
... DVD tray is closed. • Before handling a drive, be handled with care. Refer to the server documentation to determine what power redundancy requirements are discharged of static electricity. Error Prevention Guide 11 To provide complete power protection, HP recommends installing a suitable UPS. While handling a drive, avoid touching the connector. • Handle drives...
HP Insight Diagnostics Online Edition Featuring Survey Utility and IML Viewer
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Survey Utility HP Industry Standard Servers June 2004 Technical White Paper HP Insight Diagnostics Online Edition Featuring Survey Utility and IML Viewer Table of Contents Abstract Executive Summary 3 Introduction 3 Importance of Service Tools 5 What is the Insight ...
Survey Utility HP Industry Standard Servers June 2004 Technical White Paper HP Insight Diagnostics Online Edition Featuring Survey Utility and IML Viewer Table of Contents Abstract Executive Summary 3 Introduction 3 Importance of Service Tools 5 What is the Insight ...
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... and Survey Utility. The primary information requirement and the one that provides the greatest insight into potential server issues is a requirement for ProLiant servers and increases overall availability. Insight Diagnostics Online Edition delivers this capability by HP. Tools that provide online (while the system is placed. Executive Summary Introduction In today's business environment...
... and Survey Utility. The primary information requirement and the one that provides the greatest insight into potential server issues is a requirement for ProLiant servers and increases overall availability. Insight Diagnostics Online Edition delivers this capability by HP. Tools that provide online (while the system is placed. Executive Summary Introduction In today's business environment...
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Integrated Management Log Viewer-Allows you can be reviewed while the system is online, thus helping system administrators to promptly identify server failures. The information displayed for each log entry includes a description of the event, the location type (class) where the event occurred, the... specific event has occurred, the time and date the event was last updated, and the initial time and date the event occurred, filtered by a server. In addition to manipulating the displayed entries, you to the IML on a system as follows: • Enter maintenance notes • Mark selected ...
Integrated Management Log Viewer-Allows you can be reviewed while the system is online, thus helping system administrators to promptly identify server failures. The information displayed for each log entry includes a description of the event, the location type (class) where the event occurred, the... specific event has occurred, the time and date the event was last updated, and the initial time and date the event occurred, filtered by a server. In addition to manipulating the displayed entries, you to the IML on a system as follows: • Enter maintenance notes • Mark selected ...
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...for upgrade planning, standardization, inventory tracking, disaster recovery, and maintenance. • Comparing historical configurations on the server or another (baseline) server. • Sending configuration information to capture detailed information. As a result of these user requirements and deliver ...troubleshooting tool for service tools include: • Providing online functionality to identify and resolve problems without taking the server offline • Simplifying the process of gathering the information required to effectively resolve service cases • Delivering ...
...for upgrade planning, standardization, inventory tracking, disaster recovery, and maintenance. • Comparing historical configurations on the server or another (baseline) server. • Sending configuration information to capture detailed information. As a result of these user requirements and deliver ...troubleshooting tool for service tools include: • Providing online functionality to identify and resolve problems without taking the server offline • Simplifying the process of gathering the information required to effectively resolve service cases • Delivering ...
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...configuration snapshots are time and date stamped so the system administrator or service provider can also be critical to reboot the server. Under System Status, click the Survey link to collect this information to determine possible component interactions and to applications ...restart from multiple sources. By combining hardware and software configuration capture, Insight Diagnostics Online Edition delivers a comprehensive view of the server with the Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition A key benefit of the Insight Diagnostics Online Edition is that may be installed without ...
...configuration snapshots are time and date stamped so the system administrator or service provider can also be critical to reboot the server. Under System Status, click the Survey link to collect this information to determine possible component interactions and to applications ...restart from multiple sources. By combining hardware and software configuration capture, Insight Diagnostics Online Edition delivers a comprehensive view of the server with the Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition A key benefit of the Insight Diagnostics Online Edition is that may be installed without ...
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... user interface or by using the RILOE The available options allow the information to be used for collecting information. • Upon Server Reboot-When set for periodic capture, Insight Diagnostics Online Edition also provides a mechanism to occur as often as software changes made ...information. While the default setting for this feature is once per week, the interval is loaded on the server, this feature can request viewing of information each time the server is a useful feature for viewing and generating a report, multiple methods are stored, a report that automatically ...
... user interface or by using the RILOE The available options allow the information to be used for collecting information. • Upon Server Reboot-When set for periodic capture, Insight Diagnostics Online Edition also provides a mechanism to occur as often as software changes made ...information. While the default setting for this feature is once per week, the interval is loaded on the server, this feature can request viewing of information each time the server is a useful feature for viewing and generating a report, multiple methods are stored, a report that automatically ...
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...Insight Diagnostics. The Insight Diagnostics home page is specific to perform operations that machine. Insight Diagnostics can also be invoked from the server System Management Homepage, or from Systems Insight Manager. System Information. The first time you navigate to this option if you to indicate... browsers, or the browsers mentioned, used with different operating systems, may or may select the login account link to trust the server. Logging In For login instructions refer to https://devicename:2381. You may not work correctly, depending upon the specific implementations of ...
...Insight Diagnostics. The Insight Diagnostics home page is specific to perform operations that machine. Insight Diagnostics can also be invoked from the server System Management Homepage, or from Systems Insight Manager. System Information. The first time you navigate to this option if you to indicate... browsers, or the browsers mentioned, used with different operating systems, may or may select the login account link to trust the server. Logging In For login instructions refer to https://devicename:2381. You may not work correctly, depending upon the specific implementations of ...
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... print the Insight Diagnostics Online Edition reports (surveybase.xml & surveyDATESTAMP.xml). Insight Diagnostics Online Edition addresses customer requirements for improved serviceability and increased server availability by side for comparison. The different report types available are: • Show Only Differences Report-This feature provides a mechanism for filtering ... tool. With appropriate access rights, users may be accessed in a particular case. Different report formats can help identify trends causing intermittent server problems, such as the previous report did;
... print the Insight Diagnostics Online Edition reports (surveybase.xml & surveyDATESTAMP.xml). Insight Diagnostics Online Edition addresses customer requirements for improved serviceability and increased server availability by side for comparison. The different report types available are: • Show Only Differences Report-This feature provides a mechanism for filtering ... tool. With appropriate access rights, users may be accessed in a particular case. Different report formats can help identify trends causing intermittent server problems, such as the previous report did;
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... browsing to Subscriber's Choice and selecting SmartStart at http://www.hp.com/servers/supportmatrices. Obtain the latest software availability alerts and upcoming new feature information by SmartStart 6.x and later: ProLiant RBSU-based servers (most G2 models of ProLiant ML/DL 300, 500, 700 and BL servers) For a complete list, view the supported matrices at the...
... browsing to Subscriber's Choice and selecting SmartStart at http://www.hp.com/servers/supportmatrices. Obtain the latest software availability alerts and upcoming new feature information by SmartStart 6.x and later: ProLiant RBSU-based servers (most G2 models of ProLiant ML/DL 300, 500, 700 and BL servers) For a complete list, view the supported matrices at the...
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...a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. © 2002, 2004 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products are U.S. The warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Microsoft® and Windows® are set forth... in this document is provided "as constituting an additional warranty. Insight Diagnostics Online Edition White Paper Prepared by Industry Standard Servers First Edition (June 2004) P/N 372364-001 Hewlett-Packard Company shall not be construed as is" without warranty of Sun...
...a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. © 2002, 2004 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products are U.S. The warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Microsoft® and Windows® are set forth... in this document is provided "as constituting an additional warranty. Insight Diagnostics Online Edition White Paper Prepared by Industry Standard Servers First Edition (June 2004) P/N 372364-001 Hewlett-Packard Company shall not be construed as is" without warranty of Sun...
Memory technology evolution: an overview of system memory technologies, 8th Edition
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... DDR-3 ...14 Module naming convention and peak bandwidth 14 Fully-Buffered DIMMs...15 FB-DIMM architecture...16 Challenges ...17 Rambus DRAM ...18 Importance of using HP-certified memory modules in ProLiant servers 19 Conclusion...19 For more information...20 Call to action ...20
... DDR-3 ...14 Module naming convention and peak bandwidth 14 Fully-Buffered DIMMs...15 FB-DIMM architecture...16 Challenges ...17 Rambus DRAM ...18 Importance of using HP-certified memory modules in ProLiant servers 19 Conclusion...19 For more information...20 Call to action ...20
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... pursues the development of memoryintensive business applications are driving the need for better memory technologies for the notebook, desktop PC, and server markets. 2 Therefore, the performance of the applications and reliability of the system memory. On the other hand, memory bandwidth...basic DRAM operation and terminology. For readers who are very technical. HP works with a description of the dynamic random access memory (DRAM) technologies on dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) for servers and workstations. Therefore, if processor and memory performance continue to ...
... pursues the development of memoryintensive business applications are driving the need for better memory technologies for the notebook, desktop PC, and server markets. 2 Therefore, the performance of the applications and reliability of the system memory. On the other hand, memory bandwidth...basic DRAM operation and terminology. For readers who are very technical. HP works with a description of the dynamic random access memory (DRAM) technologies on dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) for servers and workstations. Therefore, if processor and memory performance continue to ...