Pass-Thru

Installation Instructions
for HP c-Class BladeSystem

Overview

This card provides procedures for installing a 1Gb Ethernet Pass-Thru Module or a 16 Port 4Gb FC Pass-Thru Module in a c-Class server blade enclosure.
See the HP BladeSystem Onboard Administrator User Guide for specific Pass-Thru port connections for each blade. Connections differ by blade type. The information in this guide is needed to understand cabling between the Pass-Thru module and the network switches. The Onboard Administrator screen example is a helpful reference for port mapping.
Pass-Thru LED definitions

Kit contents

The kit contents include one of the following Pass-Thru modules: HP 1Gb Ethernet Pass-Thru Module HP 16 Port 4Gb FC Pass-Thru Module (with SFP modules installed)
HP 1Gb Ethernet Pass-Thru Module
UID (1) blue On Off Interpretation Activated Deactivated Interpretation Normal (power off) Normal (power on) Problem (a fault exists) Interpretation Link Port ID Interpretation 1000 activity No activity Interpretation 1000 link/Port ID 1000 link No link
Internal health LED color (2) Off
Pass-Thru connection and LED identification
NOTE: See the HP BladeSystem enclosure setup and installation guide for more information on the BladeSystem port mapping.
Green Amber Fibre channel link/Port ID (3) On Flashing Ethernet activity (4) green Flashing Off Ethernet link/Port ID (5) amber Flashing On Off
HP 16 Port 4Gb FC Pass-Thru Module (with SFP modules installed)

Installing a Pass-Thru

NOTE: The Pass-Thru may look different from that shown.
Copyright 2006, 2011 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. Part Number: 413280-002 June 2011 Edition: 2

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Description HP 1Gb Ethernet Pass-Thru Module for HP c-Class BladeSystem HP 16 Port 4Gb FC Pass-Thru Module for HP c-Class BladeSystem

Additional information

See the HP BladeSystem enclosure setup and installation guide or HP BladeSystem enclosure installation poster that ships with your enclosure for more information on the association between the mezzanine bay and the interconnect bays. Where you install the mezzanine card will determine where you need to install the interconnect modules.

*413280-002*

413280-002
Open the handle. Insert the Pass-Thru into the bay (1). Close the handle (2).
European Union regulatory notice
Products bearing the CE marking comply with the following EU Directives: Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC EMC Directive 2004/108/EC Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC, where applicable

Chinese notice

Class A equipment
WARNING: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser product's installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To reduce the risk of exposure to hazardous radiation: Do not try to open the module enclosure. There are no user-serviceable components inside. Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures to the laser device other than those specified herein. Allow only HP Authorized Service technicians to repair the unit.
CE compliance of this product is valid if powered with the correct CE-marked AC adapter provided by HP. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to applicable harmonized European standards (European Norms) that are listed in the EU Declaration of Conformity issued by HP for this product or product family and available (in English only) either within the product documentation or at the following HP website (http://www.hp.eu/certificates) (type the product number in the search field).

BSMI notice

The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser products manufactured from August 1, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States.
Regulatory compliance identification numbers
For the purpose of regulatory compliance certifications and identification, this product has been assigned a unique regulatory model number. The regulatory model number can be found on the product nameplate label, along with all required approval markings and information. When requesting compliance information for this product, always refer to this regulatory model number. The regulatory model number is not the marketing name or model number of the product.
The compliance is indicated by one of the following conformity markings placed on the product: For non-telecommunications products and for EU harmonized telecommunications products, such as Bluetooth within power class below 10mW.

Japanese class A notice

For EU non-harmonized telecommunications products (If applicable, a 4-digit notified body number is inserted between CE and !).

Korean class A notice

Federal Communications Commission notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at personal expense. Please refer to the regulatory label provided on the product. The point of contact for regulatory matters is Hewlett-Packard GmbH, Dept./MS: HQ-TRE, Herrenberger Strasse 140, 71034 Boeblingen, GERMANY.
Vietnam compliance marking notice
This marking is for applicable products only.
Disposal of waste equipment by users in private households in the European Union
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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 users authority to operate the equipment.
Canadian notice (Avis Canadien)
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numrique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Rglement sur le matriel brouilleur du Canada.

Laser compliance

This product may be provided with an optical storage device (that is, CD or DVD drive) and/or fiber optic transceiver. Each of these devices contains a laser that is classified as a Class 1 Laser Product in accordance with US FDA regulations and the IEC 60825-1. The product does not emit hazardous laser radiation. Each laser product complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007; and with IEC 60825-1:2007.

QuickSpecs

Overview
HP NC373m PCI Express Dual Port Multifunction Gigabit Server Adapter for c-Class BladeSystem
The HP NC373m combines standard Gigabit Ethernet networking, TCP/IP offload engine (TOE) acceleration for Microsoft Windows 2003, accelerated iSCSI, and iSCSI boot into a single adapter. The x4 PCI Express NC373m adapter is supported on all HP BladeSystem ProLiant c-Class servers in all mezzanine slots. Multiple adapters can be installed per server. In addition to its Multifunction capabilities, the NC373m adapter ships with advanced server features that ProLiant customers have come to expect, such as support for failover and load balancing, TCP/IP checksum offloading, large send offloading, Wake-on-LAN, PXE, jumbo frames, VLAN tagging, QoS, and more.
HP NC373m PCI Express Dual Port Multifunction Gigabit Server Adapter

At A Glance

Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports TCP/IP offload engine (TOE) and accelerated iSCSI for Microsoft Windows 2003 Accelerated iSCSI iSCSI boot Supported on all ProLiant c-Class servers, in all mezzanine slots, multiple cards per server Designed with server needs in mind: IEEE 802.1p, 802.1Q, 802.3, 802.3ad, and 802.3x ProLiant Teaming including Network Fault Tolerance, Transmit Load Balancing, and Switch-Assisted Load Balancing 9K Industry standard jumbo frames TCP/IP checksum offload (TCO) and large send offload (LSO) Interrupt coalescence and dual address cycles (DAC) Wake-on-LAN (WOL) and pre-boot execution environment (PXE) IPv6 packet transmit and receive (excluding all offload capabilities); IPv6 aware SNMPv1 agent for Windows

Models

HP NC373m PCI Express Dual Port Multifunction Gigabit Server Adapter Kit Contents HP NC373m PCI Express Dual Port Multifunction Gigabit Server Adapter Quick install card Product warranty statement Drivers, user guide, and utilities via http://www.hp.com 406770-B21

DA - 12516

North America Version 19 June 26, 2009

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Standard Features
Server Support HP ProLiant BL260c G5 HP ProLiant BL2x220c G5 HP ProLiant BL460c HP ProLiant BL465c HP ProLiant BL465c G5 HP ProLiant BL480c HP ProLiant BL495 G5 HP ProLiant BL680c G5 HP ProLiant BL685c HP ProLiant BL685c G5

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Performance
Gigabit Ethernet Throughput
2,000 Mbps per port full duplex (4,000 Mbps full duplex, both ports) transfer rate delivers outstanding network performance that improves response time and removes bottlenecks across the entire network.
Windows TCP/IP Offload TCP/IP Offload Engine (TOE) for Microsoft Windows 2003 moves the processing of data in the TCP protocol stack from the server CPU to the network card, freeing CPU cycles for other duties. The Engine NC373m supports TOE when Windows TOE Chimney is installed. With TOE, network communications are improved, and server efficiency is increased. iSCSI Boot The iSCSI boot feature allows the host server (c-Class blade server) to boot from a remote operating system (OS) image located on a storage area network (SAN). Coupled with the operating system's iSCSI boot initiator software, the c-Class server uses an HP provided iSCSI firmware image (iSCSI boot option ROM) making the remote disk drive appear as a local, bootable C: drive. The server is configured to connect to and boot from the iSCSI target disk on the network and download the OS image from the iSCSI target disk. The HP iSCSI boot solution includes scripts to simplify the installation process.

Jumbo Frames

The NC373m support for jumbo frames (also known as extended frames) permit an industry standard 9K byte transmission unit (MTU), which is six times the size of standard 1500 byte Ethernet frame. The NC373m supports jumbo frames as a way to achieve higher throughput and better CPU utilization. Jumbo frames are particularly useful for database transfers and tape backups.
802.1Q VLANs with 802.1p QoS Tagging
IEEE 802.1Q virtual local area network (VLAN) protocol allows each physical port of the NC373m to be separated into multiple virtual NICs for added network segmentation and enhanced security and performance. VLANs increase security by isolating traffic between users. Limiting the broadcast traffic to within the same VLAN domain also improves performance. IEEE quality of service (QoS) 802.1p tagging allows the adapter to mark or tag frames with a priority level across a QoS-aware network for improved traffic flow.

TCP/IP Stateless Offloading
For overall improved system response, the NC373m supports standard TCP/IP offloading techniques including: TCP/IP checksum offload (TCO) moves the TCP and IP checksum offloading from the CPU to the network adapter. Large send offload (LSO) or TCP segmentation offload (TSO) allows the TCP segmentation to be handled by the adapter rather than the CPU.

Interrupt Coalescence

Interrupt coalescing (interrupt moderation) groups multiple packets, thereby reducing the number of interrupts sent to the host. This process optimizes host efficiency, leaving the CPU available for other duties.

Dual Address Cycles

Dual address cycles (DAC) provide the ability to address memory above 4 GB and improve system performance by preventing the server operating system from performing a buffer copy from below 4 GB to above 4 GB.

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High Availability

Dual port

The two ports on the NC373m are transmitted to separate enclosure interconnect bays providing redundant signal paths.

Redundant adapters

With multiple dual port adapters supported per server connected to up to two redundant pairs of interconnect modules per enclosure, a very wide variety of high availability I/O configurations are possible.

Network Adapter Teaming

ProLiant Network Adapter Teaming provides fault tolerance and load balancing across a team of two or more network adapters. The team of adapters works together as a single virtual adapter. Support for several different types of teaming is included. Teaming offers IT professionals an easy, efficient, and costeffective way to provide network fault tolerance and increased network bandwidth. For more information, refer the ProLiant Network Adapter Teaming Whitepaper available at: http://bizsupport.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01415139/c01415139.pdf

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Server
Mezzanine Slot and Interconnect Compatibility
Mezz c7000 Interconnect c3000 Interconnect Maximum Slot Bays Bays NC373m 1GbE NC373m NC373m NC373m NC373m Ports/Server Port 11 Port 21 Port 11 Port 21 M4 Four (4) M2 BL260c G5 BL460c BL465c BL465c G5 BL495 G5 BL480c BL680c G5 BL685c BL685 G5
Supported Interconnect Modules2

BL2x220c G5

4 Six (6) Two (2) Four (4)

M1 M1 M2 M1 M2 M3

HP 1/10Gb Virtual Connect Ethernet Module HP 1/10Gb-F Virtual Connect Ethernet Module HP 1:10Gb Ethernet BL-c Switch Cisco Catalyst 3120G Blade Switch for HP Cisco Catalyst 3120X Blade Switch for HP Cisco Catalyst 3020 Blade Switch HP GbE2c Layer 2/3 Ethernet Blade Switch HP GbE2c Ethernet Blade Switch HP 1Gb Ethernet Pass-Thru Module
Port numerations can vary by operating system. For purchase of the Interconnect Modules referenced above; please see the related options section of this QuickSpecs.

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Warranty
Service and Support, HP Care Pack, and Warranty Information
HP branded hardware options qualified for BladeSystem c-Class and p-Class servers are covered by a global limited warranty and supported by HP Services and a worldwide network of Authorized HP Channel Partners. The HP branded hardware option diagnostic support and repair is available for one year from date of purchase, or the length of the server they are attached to, which ever is greater. Support for software and initial setup is available for 90 days from date of purchase. Additional support may be covered under the warranty or available for an additional fee. Enhancements to warranty services are available through HP Care Pack services or customized service agreements. Additional information regarding worldwide limited warranty and technical support is available at: http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/platforms/warranty/index.html.

Support Services

The HP Care Pack service for ProLiant BL c-Class and p-Class server blades cover the server blade and all HP branded hardware options qualified for the server, purchased at the same time or afterwards, internal to the server. HP Care Pack Services provide total care and support expertise with committed response designed to meet your IT and business needs. To fully capitalize on the capabilities of your HP BladeSystem servers, a service partner is required who thoroughly understands your server technology and systems environment. HP Services, an industry leader in the provisioning of multi vender support solutions, provides a range of support services designed to meet the varying needs of today's businesses. Whether an SMB or large global corporation, HP has a BladeSystem server support offer to help you rapidly deploy and maximize system uptime. Recommended Service - Simplify BladeSystem solution implementation, maintenance, and management. Support - 3 year 4 hour response 24x7 same business day coverage. Deployment Service - Installation and start up for HP BladeSystem Infrastructure. Enhanced Service - Optimum service level to increase IT performance and availability. Support - 1 year HP Proactive BladeSystem Service. Deployment Service - Enhanced Network Installation and start up for HP BladeSystem Switches. Installation & Start-Up service for HP BladeSystem Infrastructure plus HP BladeSystem Enhanced Network Installation and Start-UP as per the Customer Description and/or Data Sheet. To be delivered on a scheduled basis 8am-5pm, M-F, excluding HP holidays. For a complete listing of service offerings and information visit: http://www.hp.com/services/bladesystemservices http://www.hp.com/go/proliant/carepack

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Related Options
c-Class BladeSystem Interconnect Modules
HP 1/10Gb Virtual Connect Ethernet Module for c-Class BladeSystem HP 1/10Gb-F Virtual Connect Ethernet Module HP 1:10 Gb Ethernet BL-c Switch Cisco Catalyst Blade Switch 3120G for HP Cisco Catalyst Blade Switch 3120X for HP Cisco Catalyst 3020 Blade Switch HP GbE2c Layer 2/3 Ethernet Blade Switch for c-Class BladeSystem HP GbE2c Ethernet Blade Switch for c-Class BladeSystem Ethernet Pass-Through Module for HP BladeSystem
399593-B22 447047-B21 438031-B21 451438-B21 451439-B21 410916-B21 438030-B21 410917-B21 406740-B21

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Technical Specifications
General Specifications Network Processor Data rate
Bus type Form factor IEEE Compliance Power and Environmental Operating Specifications Non-operating Power requirement Emissions classification Agency approvals
Broadcom 5708S Two ports, each at 2 Gbps full duplex (theoretical maximum) NOTE: The NC373m adapter transmits from the server at only 2 Gbps full duplex per port. x4 PCI Express 1.0 Mezzanine card compatible with all ProLiant c-Class server mezzanine slots 802.1p, 802.1Q, 802.3, 802.3ad, and 802.3x 50 to 95 F (10 to 35 C) Temperature 10% to 90% non-condensing Humidity -40 to 158 F (-40 to 70 C) Temperature Humidity Maximum 15 Watts FCC Class A USA Canada Japan Korea Australia European Union 5% to 95% non-condensing
FCC (CFR 47 part 15) and UL 60950 ICES-003 and CSA60950 VCCI MIC (RRL), EMC Registration ACA, AS/NZS3548/EN55022:1998, EN55024:1998 CE Mark, EN55022:1998 (CISPR 22), EN55024:1998, and IEC60950:1999 (EN60950:2000)
RoHS Compliance Safety Operating System Support
5 of 6 UL Mark (USA and Canada) EN 60590 Microsoft Windows 2003 and 2008 (32-bit and 64-bit) Red Hat Enterprise Linux SUSE Linux Enterprise Server Novell NetWare 6.5 Novell Open Enterprise Server x86

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Environment-friendly Products and Approach End-of-life Management and Recycling
Hewlett-Packard offers end-of-life HP product return, trade-in, and recycling programs in many geographic areas. For trade-in information, please go to http://www.hp.com/go/green. To recycle your product, please go to: http://www.hp.com/go/green or contact your nearest HP sales office. Products returned to HP will be recycled, recovered or disposed of in a responsible manner. The EU WEEE directive (2002/95/EC) requires manufacturers to provide treatment information for each product type for use by treatment facilities. This information (product disassembly instructions) is posted on the Hewlett Packard web site at: http://www.hp.com/go/green. These instructions may be used by recyclers and other WEEE treatment facilities as well as HP OEM customers who integrate and re-sell HP equipment.

Copyright 2009 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Windows is a US registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

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