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HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide January 2003 (Second Edition) Part Number 274431-002...
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Intel, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Hewlett-Packard Company shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice.
Network Interface Controller Connector LEDs ............1-7 System Board Components..................1-8 Processor and Server Memory ................1-12 Expansion Slots....................... 1-12 Storage Controller....................1-12 Network Controller ....................1-12 Video Controller ..................... 1-13 Ports/Connectors..................... 1-13 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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Installing the Two-Bay Hot-Plug SCSI Drive Cage Into a Removable Media Bay3-20 Installing an Expansion Board..................3-24 Memory Modules......................3-27 Technical Information and Important Guidelines ...........3-27 Removing a Memory Module .................3-28 Installing a Memory Module...................3-29 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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ROMPaq.......................... 5-9 SmartStart Software ......................5-9 SmartStart Diskette Builder................... 5-10 Insight Manager......................5-10 Survey Utility ........................ 5-11 Diagnostics Utility......................5-11 Automatic Server Recovery ..................5-12 Power-On Self-Test....................... 5-12 System Firmware Update ....................5-12 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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Laser Devices........................A-6 Laser Safety Warnings ..................... A-6 Compliance with CDRH Regulations ..............A-6 Compliance with International Regulations ............. A-6 Laser Product Label....................A-7 Laser Information..................... A-7 Battery Replacement Notice ................... A-8 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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System ID Switch Settings..................E-12 Jumper Settings ......................E-13 SCSI Device Jumper Settings .................E-13 ATA Device Jumper Settings .................E-13 Appendix F Specifications Server Specifications....................... F-2 Minimum Hardware Configuration................. F-3 Supported Operating Systems ..................F-4 Drivers ..........................F-4 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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Figure 1-6: SCSI system board components .................1-8 Figure 1-7: ATA system board components ...............1-10 Figure 2-1: ProLiant ML310 server installed into a rack ............2-3 Figure 2-2: Powering up the server ..................2-8 Figure 2-3: Inserting a CD into the CD-ROM drive ............2-11 Figure 3-1: Removing the front bezel ...................3-3...
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Table 1-4: NIC Connector LEDs ..................1-7 Table 1-5: SCSI System Board Components................ 1-9 Table 1-6: ATA System Board Components ..............1-11 Table 3-1: Expansion Slots ....................3-24 Table 3-2: DIMM Sockets ....................3-29 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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Table D-3: Server Does Not Have Video................D-8 Table D-4: Problems After Initial Startup ................D-10 Table D-5: ProLiant ML310 Server Troubleshooting Resources ........D-12 Table E-1: Power Button and Server LEDs ................. E-3 Table E-2: System Board LEDs ................... E-5 Table E-3: Network Controller LEDs ..................
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the Weight in kg equipment, observe local occupational health and safety requirements Weight in lb and guidelines for manual material handling. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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About This Guide Related Documents For additional information on the topics covered in this guide, refer to the following documentation: · HP ProLiant ML310 Server Maintenance and Service Guide · HP ProLiant ML310 Server Cabling Matrix: www.compaq.com/products/servers/proliantml310/index.html · HP ProLiant ML310 Server Quick Start poster ·...
In Canada, call 1-800-263-5868. · Elsewhere, see the HP website for locations and telephone numbers. Reader’s Comments HP welcomes your comments on this guide. Please send your comments and suggestions by e-mail to [email protected]. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Pentium 4 processor (512 K Advanced Transfer Cache), up to four GB of DDR SDRAM, and four 64-bit PCI slots, the ProLiant ML310 delivers the performance of Pentium 4 in a true server. With the extensive testing that only HP conducts on its...
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CE Mark-compliant PFC 300W power supply · Support for HP, Compaq branded, and most third-party racks, with the optional rack-enabling kit · Support for telco racks, with the optional rack-enabling kit and optional telco rail HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
The following hardware features are standard on the server, unless otherwise noted. Drive Bay Configuration The ProLiant ML310 server supports up to seven internal drive bays. Figure 1-2 and Table 1-1 show the drive bay configuration. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
3.5 x 1.0 in Hard drive bay Hard drive bay 2 8.9 x 2.54 cm 3.5 x 1.0 in Hard drive bay Hard drive bay 3 8.9 x 2.54 cm 3.5 x 1.0 in HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Item Component Item Component Power button Diskette drive eject button Power LED Diskette drive activity Hard drive activity LED CD-ROM drive eject button NIC link/activity LED CD-ROM drive activity Internal health LED HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Figure 1-4: Rear panel connectors Table 1-3: Rear Panel Connectors Item Connector Item Connector Power cord Video Mouse USB ports (2) Keyboard RJ-45 Ethernet Serial port Parallel port connector B Serial port connector A HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Network Interface Controller Connector LEDs Figure 1-5 and Table 1-4 show the network interface controller (NIC) connector LEDs. Figure 1-5: NIC connector Table 1-4: NIC Connector LEDs Item Network activity Network link HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Server Features System Board Components SCSI System Board Figure 1-6 and Table 1-5 show the components and connectors of the SCSI system board. Figure 1-6: SCSI system board components HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
RJ-45 Ethernet connector 64-bit PCI expansion slot 2 USB port connectors (2) Note: For information on system board LEDs and system configuration switch settings, refer to Appendix E, “LED Indicators, Switches, and Jumpers.” HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Server Features ATA System Board Figure 1-7 and Table 1-6 show the components and connectors of the ATA system board. Figure 1-7: ATA system board components 1-10 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Note: For information on system board LEDs and system configuration switch settings, refer to Appendix E, “LED Indicators, Switches, and Jumpers.” For information on how to replace the battery, refer to “Replacing the Battery” in Chapter 3. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 1-11...
Integrated dual-channel ATA/100 RAID controller (ATA model) with support for integrated ATA RAID 0, 1, and 1+0 · Optional controller boards available for expanding storage capacity or controller duplexing Network Controller NC7760 Gigabit Server NIC 1-12 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
8 MB SDRAM video memory providing maximum resolution of 1600 x 1200 noninterlaced True Color (32-bit) Ports/Connectors · Serial (2) · Parallel · Keyboard · Mouse · USB (2) · · Video HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 1-13...
Consult the Customer Support Center or refer to the Limited Warranty Statement included with the server for details. Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. For additional warranty information, refer to www.compaq.com/support/ 1-14 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Server Features Server Configuration and Management The ProLiant ML310 server offers an extensive set of features and optional tools to support effective server management and configuration, which may include the following: · ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU)—performs a wide range of system configuration activities ·...
Server Features Security Security features for the ProLiant ML310 server include: · Power-on password · Administrator password · Network server mode · Diskette write control · QuickLock · Redundant ROM support Most security features are established through RBSU. Refer to Chapter 5, “Server Configuration and Utilities,”...
Overview of Server Installation The following instructions are provided as an overview for first-time installation of the ProLiant ML310 server. If you have any problems, contact the authorized reseller. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: ·...
To purchase a UPS, contact your local authorized reseller or refer to www.hp.com/products/ups Refer to Appendix F, “Specifications,” for detailed power and temperature requirements. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Rack-Enabling Option Figure 2-1 shows the server installed into a rack. Figure 2-1: ProLiant ML310 server installed into a rack To purchase the rack-enabling kit (part number 249443-001), contact your local authorized reseller, or visit www.compaq.com/products/servers/proliantml310/index.html...
CAUTION: When using a Compaq branded 7000 Series rack, you must install the high-airflow rack door insert [part number 327281-B21 (42U) and part number 157847-B21 (22U)] to provide proper front-to-back airflow and cooling and to prevent damage to the equipment. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
In addition to these supplied items, you may need the following: · Torx T-10 screwdriver · Torx T-15 screwdriver · Phillips #2 screwdriver · Hardware options · Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Refer to the steps provided in the HP Factory-Installed Operating System Software User Guide. IMPORTANT: Follow these instructions before installing any additional hardware. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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2. Connect the power cord and any peripheral devices. Refer to Chapter 1, “Server Features,” for the location of all rear panel connectors. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire, do not plug telecommunications/telephone connectors into the network interface controller (NIC) receptacle. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
For Management CD initialization procedures, refer to the ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack shipped with the server. IMPORTANT: You must install and use Insight Manager to benefit from the Pre-Failure Warranty on processors, hard drives, and memory modules. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
3. Connect the power cord and any peripheral devices. Refer to Chapter 1, “Server Features,” for the location of all rear panel connectors. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire, do not plug telecommunications/telephone connectors into the network interface controller (NIC) receptacle. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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IMPORTANT: You must install and use Insight Manager to benefit from the Pre-Failure Warranty on processors, hard drives, and memory modules. 10. Install any application software needed. 11. Register the server at register.hp.com 2-10 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
4. When the busy indicator on the CD-ROM turns green, the SmartStart sequence begins. Refer to the SmartStart CD for more information. Server Registration For server registration information, refer to the ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack shipped with the server or refer to register.hp.com HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 2-11...
CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. Be sure that you are properly grounded (earthed) before beginning any installation procedure. Refer to Appendix B, “Electrostatic Discharge,” for more information. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Remove any AC power cords to completely disconnect power from the server. The front panel power button may not completely remove power to the server. 5. Disconnect any other external equipment from the server. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
To replace the front bezel, reverse steps 2 and 3. NOTE: When replacing the front bezel, be sure that the top hinge points are properly placed in the chassis before rotating the front bezel into its original position. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
2. Remove the thumbscrew located on the left side of the front chassis (1). 3. Slide the access panel forward, pull from the top of the access panel, and then lift the panel from the chassis (2). Figure 3-2: Removing the access panel HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
2. On the back of the front bezel, pinch the tabs on each end of the bezel blank toward each other (1), and then push the bezel blank through the front bezel (2). Figure 3-3: Removing a bezel blank To replace a bezel blank, reverse steps 1 and 2. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
2. Remove the screws on each side of the drive tray (1). 3. Gently slide the drive tray out of the front of the chassis (2). Figure 3-4: Removing a drive tray To replace a drive tray, reverse steps 2 and 3. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
IMPORTANT: When you add or remove a component or change a security feature, you must reconfigure the server to recognize these changes. If the system configuration is incorrect, the server will not work properly and you may receive error messages on the screen. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
2. Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of all devices in the hard drive compartment. Figure 3-5 illustrates cable removal from SCSI hard drives. Figure 3-5: Disconnecting the hard drive cables (SCSI model) HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Figure 3-6: Disconnecting the hard drive cables (ATA model) 3. Remove the three shipping screws, press the tabs on each side of the drive compartment, and then pull the drive compartment from the chassis as shown in Figure 3-8. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
6. Connect the power and data cables to the back of all devices. 7. Replace the access panel and the front bezel. 8. Restore power to the server. 3-10 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Chapter 4, “Cabling Guidelines,” for further information. NOTE: If you have two drives, connect one on each ATA channel. The performance of the array is enhanced with one drive per channel. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 3-11...
Any SCSI devices that are Wide-Ultra or older are single-ended. 6. Locate the hard drive screws on the front of the chassis (1). Figure 3-9: Locating the hard drive screws 3-12 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
9. Connect the power and data cables to the back of all devices. Refer to Chapter 4, “Cabling Guidelines,” for cabling information specific to the server model. 10. Replace the access panel and the front bezel. 11. Restore power to the server. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 3-13...
5. Tighten the four screws on the bottom of the drive tray to secure the drive to the drive tray (2). Figure 3-11: Installing a hard drive into a removable media bay drive tray 3-14 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
7. Connect the power and data cables to the back of all devices. Refer to Chapter 4, “Cabling Guidelines,” for cabling information specific to the server model. 8. Replace the access panel and the front bezel. 9. Restore power to the server. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 3-15...
Refer to “Removing Bezel Blanks” and “Removing a Drive Tray” in this chapter. 5. Replace the access panel and the front bezel. 6. Restore power to the server. 3-16 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Hardware Options Installation Installing a Tape Drive or Other Removable Media Device All ProLiant ML310 server models ship standard with four removable media bays. The top 5.25-inch bay is occupied by an IDE CD-ROM drive. The remaining three 5.25-inch bays are available for removable media devices. You can install three half-height devices, or one full-height device and one half-height device, into these bays.
Using a Torx T-15 tool, remove the guide screws, (1) and then remove the rails from a removable media bay blank (2). Figure 3-14: Removing the rails from the drive tray Refer to “Removing a Drive Tray” in this chapter for more information. 3-18 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
5. Connect the data and power cables to the back of the drive, as instructed in Chapter 4, “Cabling Guidelines.” 6. Replace the access panel and the front bezel. 7. Restore power to the server. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 3-19...
For identification purposes, the number 2 appears on the back of the bezel shipped with the option kit. 2. Reverse step 1 to install the bezel from the Two-Bay Hot-Plug SCSI Drive Cage option kit. 3-20 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Remove the media bay blanks from the media bays (2). Figure 3-17: Removing media bay blanks c. Press the release latches on the CD-ROM drive (1). d. Remove the CD-ROM drive from the media bay (2). HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 3-21...
SCSI drive cage option kit, rather than the screws removed from the rails. Be sure to install the right-hand rail on the left side of the drive cage, and the left-hand rail on the right side of the drive cage. 3-22 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
8. Screw the ends of the rails into the chassis on both sides (3). 9. Connect the other end of the SCSI cable to the desired internal SCSI connector. Refer to the HP Internal Two-Bay Hot-Plug SCSI Drive Cage Installation Instructions for additional information. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 3-23...
1. Follow the steps in “Removing the Access Panel” in this chapter. 2. From inside the chassis, push the expansion slot cover through the rear of the chassis. Figure 3-22: Removing the expansion slot cover HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 3-25...
Figure 3-23: Releasing the expansion board retainer 4. Insert the expansion board into the slot, and then secure it with a screw on the top of the board. Figure 3-24: Installing an expansion board 3-26 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
· Do not mix ECC and non-ECC SDRAM DIMMs. If different types of DIMMs are mixed, the server will not properly function. · 128-MB, 256-MB, 512-MB, and 1-GB DIMMs are supported. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 3-27...
2. Press outward on both latches of the DIMM socket at the same time (1). This releases the DIMM and pushes it partially out of the socket. 3. Lift the DIMM from the socket (2). Figure 3-25: Removing a DIMM 3-28 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
4. Return latches to the upright position (3). NOTE: The latches may close automatically when the DIMM is properly inserted. Figure 3-27: Installing a DIMM 3-30 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Figure 3-28: Locating the processor socket 4. Push down on the retainer clip levers, and then pull up to remove the levers from the heatsink. 5. Lift the heatsink from the processor. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 3-31...
IMPORTANT: The processor socket lever must be perpendicular to the system board to unlock the processor unit. Figure 3-29: Removing the processor from the system board 7. Lower the processor socket lever. 8. Replace the access panel and the front bezel. 3-32 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
7. Place the processor into the socket (1), and then lower the processor socket lever (2). The guide posts and directional key marks on the socket must be aligned with the corresponding slots and marks on the processor. Figure 3-30: Installing a processor HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 3-33...
9. Hook the processor retainers onto the sides of the heatsink, and latch them over the top. Press down on the heatsink retainer clip levers to secure the heatsink. Figure 3-32: Securing the heatsink retainer clips 3-34 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Hardware Options Installation 10. Plug the system fan into the fan connector on the system board. Figure 3-33: Plugging in the system fan HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 3-35...
CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. Be sure that you are properly grounded (earthed) before beginning any installation procedure. Refer to Appendix B, “Electrostatic Discharge,” for more information. 3-36 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
NOTE: If you have expansion boards installed, it may be necessary to remove them to gain access to the battery. Refer to “Installing an Expansion Board” in this chapter for details. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 3-37...
Figure 3-34: Removing the battery from the SCSI system board Figure 3-35: Removing the battery from the ATA system board 4. Slide the replacement battery into the proper position with the positive (+) side out. 3-38 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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6. Run RBSU to reconfigure the server by pressing the F9 key when prompted during server startup. Refer to Chapter 5, “Server Configuration and Utilities,” or the HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide, for more information on RBSU. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 3-39...
(earthed) AC outlet before installing devices. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. Be sure that you are properly grounded (earthed) before beginning any installation procedure. Refer to Appendix B, “Electrostatic Discharge,” for more information. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
IMPORTANT: The cabling procedures in this section apply only to SCSI models of the ProLiant ML310 server or ATA models with a SCSI option board. Refer to the section, “ATA Cabling,” in this chapter for information on cabling ATA models.
The SCSI cable supports up to five SCSI devices and comes with a terminator on the end. One cable is included with SCSI models of the server. Figure 4-1: SCSI cable with terminator HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
SCSI devices, refer to Chapter 3, “Hardware Options Installation,” or the documentation included with the device. Figure 4-2: Internal SCSI components Table 4-1: Internal SCSI Components Item Description Removable media bay area Hard drive bay area Internal SCSI connector A HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
SCSI adapter (part number 199618-001). This adapter should be installed between the 50-pin interface on the device and the 68-pin SCSI cable connected to the SCSI channel on the system board. Figure 4-3: 68-to-50 pin (wide-to-narrow) SCSI adapter HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
4. Secure the next available connector on the cable to the hard drive or SCSI device. 5. Secure the next available power connector to the hard drive or SCSI device. Figure 4-4: Cabling a SCSI hard drive or other device HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
“Hardware Options Installation,” to install the devices. 3. Locate the cable connected to the SCSI channel on the system board. 4. Remove the cable from the SCSI channel. Figure 4-5: Removing the SCSI cable from the system board HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
3. Connect one end of the SCSI cable to the drive cage. 4. Connect the other end of the SCSI cable to the controller intended for use with the new drive cage. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Refer to “SCSI Cabling” in this chapter for information on cabling SCSI models. ATA models with a SCSI option board require a SCSI cable not included with the option kit. Refer to the HP ProLiant ML310 Server Cabling Matrix for cable information specific to your model.
Figure 4-8: ATA cable connectors Table 4-2: ATA Cable Connectors Item Connector Device 0 (primary) Device 1 (secondary) NOTE: Refer to “Drive Connection Tips” in Chapter 6 for more information on connecting ATA cables. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 4-11...
Figure 4-9: Internal ATA components Table 4-3: Internal ATA Components Item Description Removable media bay area Hard drive bay area ATA/100 primary controller ATA/100 secondary controller 4-12 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
If fewer than four drives are installed, then follow this cabling sequence. IMPORTANT: Do not connect devices other than hard drives to the connectors on the ATA/100 RAID controller. Figure 4-10: ATA cabling sequence HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 4-13...
Device 1 Media bay 4 secondary controller Note: Refer to Chapter 1, “Server Features,” for drive bay locations. 4. Secure the next available power connector to the hard drive or ATA device. 4-14 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
3. Secure the cable connector labeled Device 1 to the tape drive (2) and the cable connector labeled Device 0 to the CD-ROM drive (3). Figure 4-11: Cabling an ATAPI tape drive 4. Secure the next available power connector to the tape drive. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 4-15...
The arrow keys navigate through the menu system. · Selections are made by pressing the Enter key. · Selections are cancelled by pressing the Escape key. · Selections and changes are saved by pressing the F10 key. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Embedded COM Port X sets the configuration for the internal serial port A or B. The configuration options include the address and interrupt request (IRQ). This option can also disable the port. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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It controls the search order the server goes through to look for a bootable device. Boot Controller Order The Boot Controller Order option is used to view and assign the current controller order. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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— The local keyboard does not function unless the power-on password is entered. — When there is not a diskette in the diskette drive, the power-on password is bypassed, allowing the server to start. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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MPS (multi-processor settings) Table Mode allows you to change the advanced programmable interrupt controller (APIC) table setting. This selection should be automatically set by OS Selection, but it allows the user to override the automatic selection. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
The Utility Language option is used to set the language in which RBSU is displayed. Redundant ROM Support ProLiant ML310 servers enable you to upgrade or configure the ROM safely with redundant ROM support. The server has a 2-MB ROM that acts as two separate 1- MB ROMs.
Switching ROM images, in the event that RBSU is inaccessible, can also be done by changing the switch settings on the system configuration switch. Refer to Appendix E, “LED Indicators, Switches and Jumpers,” for instructions. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
5. When the busy indicator turns green, the SmartStart sequence begins. Refer to the SmartStart documentation included with the server to install the operating system, create updated driver diskettes, and run upgrade utilities. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Monitors fault conditions and server performance · Controls server security and configuration · Remotely controls server · Initiates rapid recovery services Documentation for Insight Manager is available on the Management CD in CD-ROM drive:\OVERVIEW.HLP. 5-10 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Diagnostic error codes are generated when the Diagnostics utility recognizes a problem. These error codes help identify defective components. A Diagnostics diskette can be made by running the Server Diagnostics file available for download from www.compaq.com/support/files/server/us/ HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide 5-11...
Integrates with other software maintenance, deployment, and operating system tools · Automatically checks for hardware, firmware, and operating system dependencies, and installs only the correct ROM upgrades required by each target server 5-12 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
RAID Configuration and Management This chapter provides an overview of the Integrated ATA RAID Configuration Utility that comes standard with ATA models of the ProLiant ML310 server. Introduction to RAID Overview of RAID Redundant array of independent drives (RAID) is an array of multiple independent hard drives that can be accessed simultaneously, improving I/O (input/output) performance.
RAID 1+0 on the server. RAID 5 RAID 5 is not supported by the ProLiant ML310 server or the Integrated ATA RAID Configuration Utility. It is a RAID level that stripes data and parity information across drives and requires a minimum of three hard drives.
Support for PIO modes 0-4, MDMA modes 0-2, and Ultra DMA modes 0-5 (0-5 for ATA/100) · Support for RAID levels 0, 1, and 1+0 · Multiple drive rebuilding · Special handling of spare drive and rebuilding HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Press the up arrow and down arrow keys to navigate the properties, and then press the Enter key to edit your selection. You can create additional arrays in this window. Refer to Chapter 2 of the HP ProLiant ML310 Server Maintenance and Service Guide for more information.
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1+0 array based on the available physical drives installed. You must have four hard drives in the array. IMPORTANT: All previous settings are lost when the Auto Configure option is run for RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 1+0 arrays. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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RAID 1+0 arrays. The default stripe size is 64 KB. IMPORTANT: RAID configurations do not support a stripe size less than 32 KB. You cannot change the stripe size of an array that already has been configured. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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Save and Exit (F10)—saves the configuration and exits the utility. If you do not want to save the configuration or any changes that you have made, press the Esc key. Respond appropriately to the subsequent message boxes requiring confirmation. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
· To restart the utility, perform one of the following actions: — Log out of and back into Windows to restart the utility. — Reboot the unit. — Manually start the application. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Drive Connection Tips · If you have two drives, connect one on each ATA/100 RAID channel. The performance of the array is enhanced when both channels are utilized. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
If this message is displayed, press the F8 key to go to the setup and create the array configuration as needed. 6-10 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Class B devices are those that may reasonably be expected to be installed in a residential environment (i.e., personal computers). HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
· Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard Company may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.
August 1, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States. Compliance with International Regulations All systems equipped with laser devices comply with appropriate safety standards including IEC 825. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
The power cord set included in the server meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased the server. If you need use this server in another country, you should purchase a power cord that is approved for use in that country. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
· Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers. · Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry. · Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or assembly. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have a authorized reseller install the part. NOTE: For more information on static electricity, or assistance with product installation, contact your authorized reseller. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Server Error Messages For a complete listing of error messages, refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide, also included in the ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Troubleshooting This appendix provides specific troubleshooting information for the ProLiant ML310 server. Use it to diagnose server startup and installation problems. For information on LEDs, switch settings, and jumpers, refer to Appendix E, “LED Indicators, Switches, and Jumpers.” For information about general troubleshooting techniques, diagnostic tools, preventative maintenance, and a complete list of error messages, refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide, also included in the ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack.
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POST. · Other Information Resources—This section provides a list of references for troubleshooting beyond the scope of this guide. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
NOTE: If the server is rebooting repeatedly, be sure that the server is not restarting due to an Automatic Server Recovery (ASR) power-up caused by another problem. Check Insight Manager for notification of this event. Refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide for more information. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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SCSI devices (if applicable) ATA devices (if applicable) Option ROM d. The operating system loads to complete the boot process. If the problem persists, continue with the section, “Diagnosis Steps,” in this appendix. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
If reseating does not fix the LEDs. problem, replace the component with a known working component, and then restart the server. Contact your authorized service technician if steps 1 and 2 do not fix the problem. continued HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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Refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide for a complete description of each POST error message. Note: If the server attempts to load the operating system, go to “Problems After Initial Startup” in this appendix. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Contact your authorized service provider for further technical support. Refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide for a list of authorized service providers. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide for more information on video problems. If these steps do not correct the problem, contact your authorized service provider for further technical support. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Information you must collect when diagnosing software problems and to provide when contacting support · Instructions on how to upgrade the operating system and its drivers · Information on available recovery options and advice on minimizing downtime HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
SmartStart An operating system Press the F9 key to run RBSU. fails during has not been Select the primary operating system. installation. selected. continued D-10 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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Then, reinstall the new hardware. Note: Refer to Chapter 5, “Server Configuration and Utilities,” or refer to the HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide, for complete instructions on the use of RBSU. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide D-11...
Follow the link for maintenance and service guides, and download the guide provided for the server. You can access information on warranties and service and support upgrades (CarePaq services) by visiting the following website: www.compaq.com/services/carepaq D-12 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
SCSI and ATA devices. For information beyond the scope of this guide, both general and specific to the server, refer to “Other Information Resources” in Appendix D. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Health status · NIC link/activity status The power button allows you to: · Power up the server (provide AC power) · Place the server in standby mode · Power down the server HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
AC power from server. Server off, no AC power. Hard drive LED On or A hard drive is being flashing accessed. No hard drive is currently being accessed. continued HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
The LEDs identified in Figure E-2 and Table E-2 are located on the system board of the server and indicate error conditions, such as processor, PPM, or memory module failures. Figure E-2: System Board LEDs HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Amber = DIMM 3 failed. DIMM 2 pre-failure/failure Off = DIMM 2 is functioning. Amber = DIMM 2 failed. DIMM 1 pre-failure/failure Off = DIMM 1 is functioning. Amber = DIMM 1 failed. continued HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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System fan failure Off = Fan is functioning. Amber = Fan is not installed or has failed. Integrated processor power Off = PPM is functioning. module (PPM) failure Amber = PPM failed. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Figure E-3: Network controller LEDs Table E-3: Network Controller LEDs Item Description Status Means Network activity No network activity Flashing Network activity Network link No network link Linked to network HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
The system configuration switchbank is located on the system board. Some switches are reserved for use by authorized service providers and must not be changed unless instructed otherwise. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Figure E-4: System configuration switch default settings HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Reserved Reserved Note: Switch positions 1, 7, and 8 are reserved for authorized service providers only. Do not change the specified default setting for these positions, unless instructed otherwise. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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ATA model) to run the ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU). Refer to Chapter 5, “Server Configuration and Utilities,” or the HP ROM-Based Setup Utility User Guide, for more information on RBSU. E-10 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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4. Power down the server and reset all system configuration switch positions to the default Off position. 5. Power up the server. If both the current and previous versions of the ROM are corrupted, refer to “Automatic Server Recovery” in Chapter 5. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide E-11...
Do not change the indicated default settings. 1 2 3 4 Figure E-5: System ID Switch Table E-5: System ID Switch Settings Position Default Function Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved E-12 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
Cable Select (CS). This setting allows the cable to automatically assign the device ID of an ATA drive attached to the cable. For information on cabling ATA devices, refer to Chapter 4, “Cabling Guidelines.” HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide E-13...
Specifications This chapter provides detailed information for the operation of the ProLiant ML310 server, including the following: · Server specifications — Dimensions — Power requirements — Temperature requirements · Minimum hardware configuration · Supported operating systems · Drivers HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
5% to 95% Note: All temperature ratings shown are for sea level. There is an altitude derating of 1°C per 300 m to 3,000 m (1.8°F per 1,000 ft to 10,000 ft). HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
128-MB 200/266-MHz ECC Registered PC2100 DDR SDRAM DIMM. Note: The maximum memory configuration is 4 x 1-GB memory modules. Also refer to the HP ProLiant ML310 Server Maintenance and Service Guide at www.compaq.com/support HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
SmartStart to install the operating system, drivers for some of the new hardware are required. These drivers, as well as other option drivers, ROM images, and value-add software can be downloaded from www.compaq.com/support/files/server For more information on drivers, refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide. HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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ATA cable 4-11. See also cabling blanking panels 2-4 ATA controller boot order 5-4 cabling 4-13 bus performance, SCSI 3-12 features 1-12 ATA devices See also devices cabling 4-10, 4-13 installation guidelines 4-10 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide Index-1...
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See troubleshooting CMOS, clearing E-9, E-10 dimensions COM port, settings 5-4 drive bays 1-3 configuration server F-2 backing up 2-9, 3-2 DIMMs See also memory clearing E-10 handling, caution 3-27 Index-2 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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FCC See Federal Communications electric shock Commission (FCC) symbol xii features warning xii, 2-1, 2-7, 2-9, 3-2, D-7, D-8 hardware 1-3 electrical requirements 2-2 server 1-2 electrostatic discharge See ESD software 5-1 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide Index-3...
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1-3 address power supply 1-14 for FCC questions A-3 rear panel connectors 1-6 for product questions A-3 storage controllers 1-12 telephone number system board components 1-8, 1-10 for FCC questions A-3 Index-4 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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LEDs See also network LEDs; system levels supported 6-2 LEDs; system board LEDs menu options 6-4 front panel 1-5 overview 6-3 overview E-1, E-2 Physical Drive Information window 6-4 troubleshooting D-5 RAID terminology 6-1 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide Index-5...
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2-7, 2-9 troubleshooting D-3, D-5 nonvolatile RAM See NVRAM power notices removing 3-2 Canadian A-4 site requirements 2-2 European Union A-4 specifications F-2 NVRAM (nonvolatile RAM) E-9, E-10 troubleshooting D-5 Index-6 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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3-33 Date and Time menu 5-5 location 3-31 IPL Device Boot Order menu 5-4 minimum requirements F-3 keys 5-2 removing 3-32 menus 5-3 troubleshooting D-7 navigating 5-2 warranty 1-14 overview 5-2 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide Index-7...
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3-14, 3-17 ID, setting E-13 removing 3-16 installation guidelines 4-2 resources jumper settings E-13 CarePaq D-12 RAID configuration 4-7 maintenance and service guide SCSI ID, setting 4-2, E-13 website F-3 Index-8 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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2-2 system configuration switch Smart Array Controller, cabling 4-7 CMOS, clearing E-10 SmartStart defaults E-8 backing up server configuration 2-9 location 1-9, 1-11 Diskette Builder 5-10 NVRAM, clearing E-10 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide Index-9...
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D-2 voltage rating A-9 power D-7 power cycling D-3, D-9 problems after startup D-9 problems at startup D-3 wake support 5-7 processor D-7 warnings resources D-12 battery replacement A-8 SmartStart D-10 Index-10 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide...
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4-1 warning xii CarePaq D-12 Wide Ultra3 SCSI controller See SCSI drivers F-4 controller HP xv wrist strap, using B-2 Linux information F-4 write cache, caution 6-7 HP ProLiant ML310 Server Setup and Installation Guide Index-11...