Chapter 7 Cabling the Server
Internal Cabling Configurations...7-6 Internal Drives and Storage Devices...7-6 Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition...7-10 Power Button Assembly...7-11 External Cabling Configurations...7-12 External SCSI Hard Drives...7-12
External Storage Devices... 7-12 External USB Devices.... 7-15 Rack Cabling Guidelines.... 7-16 Routing Cables and Power Cords... 7-17
Chapter 8 Server Configuration and Utilities
ROM-Based Setup Utility.... 8-2 Navigating RBSU.... 8-2 Saving RBSU Configuration Settings... 8-3 Using RBSU.... 8-3 Configuring Advanced Memory Protection.. 8-10 Saving RBSU Configuration Settings for Multiple Server Replication. 8-10 Redundant ROM Support.... 8-11 Switching to the Backup ROM Through the ROM-Based Setup Utility. 8-11 Accessing Redundant ROM Using the System Maintenance Switch. 8-12 Flashing the System ROM... 8-12 Upgrading the System ROM using the ROMPaq Utility.. 8-13 Remote ROM Flash... 8-13 ROM Legacy USB Support... 8-14 SmartStart CD.... 8-15 SmartStart Diskette Builder... 8-15 SmartStart Scripting Toolkit... 8-16 Insight Manager 7.... 8-17 Diagnostics Utility.... 8-18 Automatic Server Recovery-2.... 8-18 Integrated Management Log... 8-19 Viewing the Log.... 8-19 Multi-Initiator Configuration Utility.... 8-21
Appendix A Regulatory Compliance Notices
Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers.. A-1 Federal Communications Commission Notice... A-1 Class A Equipment... A-2 Class B Equipment.... A-2 Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo United States Only... A-3
Modifications.... A-4 Cables.... A-4 Mouse Compliance Statement.... A-4 Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien).... A-4 Class A Equipment.... A-4 Class B Equipment.... A-4 European Union Notice... A-5 Japanese Notice.... A-5 BSMI Notice.... A-6 Laser Devices.... A-6 Laser Safety Warnings... A-6 Compliance with CDRH Regulations... A-6 Compliance with International Regulations... A-7 Laser Product Label... A-7 Laser Information.... A-7 Battery Replacement Notice... A-8 Power Cords.... A-9

Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge
Preventing Electrostatic Damage... B-1 Grounding Methods.... B-2
Appendix C System LEDs and Switches
System LEDs.... C-1 Front Panel LEDs.... C-2 System Board LEDs.... C-4 Memory Board LEDs and Icons... C-5 Expansion Slot LEDs.... C-5 Expansion Slot Speed LEDs... C-8 Hot-Plug Power Supply LEDs... C-9 Hot-Plug Fan LEDs... C-10 Embedded NIC Connector Activity LEDs... C-12 Rear Unit Identification LED and Button.. C-13 Hot-Plug Hard Drive LEDs... C-14 System LEDs and Internal Health LED Status Combinations. C-18 System Board Switches... C-20
System Maintenance Switch...C-21 Non-Maskable Interrupt Switch...C-22 System Configuration Settings...C-22
Appendix D Troubleshooting
When the Server Does Not Start... D-3 Diagnostic Steps.... D-5 Problems After Initial Boot... D-11 ROMPaq Disaster Recovery.... D-14 Other Information Resources.... D-15
Appendix E Server Specifications Appendix F System Battery
System Board Battery Replacement... F-1

Index List of Figures

1-1 1-2 2-1 2-2 3-1 3-2 3-3 3-4 3-5 3-6 3-7 3-8 3-9 HP ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 tower-model server.. 1-3 HP ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 rack-model server... 1-4 ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 servers installed in a rack.. 2-1 Rack-mounting hardware... 2-10 Front view of the tower model with the front bezel door removed and front view of the rack model... 3-5 Rear view of the tower-model and rack-model server... 3-6 Opening the front bezel door on the tower-model server... 3-7 Locating and removing the Torx T-15 tool... 3-9 Removing the front bezel door... 3-10 Removing the access panel (tower server).. 3-11 Locating the hot-plug door key... 3-12 Unlocking and opening the hot-plug door.. 3-13 Removing the processor air baffle... 3-15
3-10 3-11 3-12 3-13 3-14 3-15 3-16 3-17 3-18 3-19 3-20 3-21 3-22 3-23 3-24 3-25 3-26 3-27 3-28 3-29 3-30 3-31 3-32 3-33 3-34 3-35 3-36 3-37 3-38 3-39 3-40 3-41 3-42 3-43 3-44 3-45
Processor sockets and PPM slots on the system board..3-16 Lifting the processor retaining bracket and processor locking lever..3-17 Installing the processor/heatsink assembly and securing the processor locking lever....3-18 Installing a PPM....3-19 Securing the processor retaining bracket...3-20 Installing the processor air baffle...3-21 Removing the processor air baffle...3-23 Lifting the processor retaining bracket...3-24 Removing a PPM....3-24 Removing a processor...3-25 Installing the processor/heatsink assembly and securing the processor locking lever....3-26 Installing a PPM....3-27 Securing the processor retaining bracket...3-28 Installing the processor air baffle...3-29 CPU and I/O hot-plug fan bays (view from the front panel looking down).3-30 Installing CPU or I/O hot-plug fans..3-31 Locating the CPU or I/O hot-plug fan LED..3-31 PCI-X expansion slots and buses...3-35 Expansion slot speed LEDs...3-36 Releasing the expansion slot latch and removing the expansion slot cover.3-38 Locking the PCI retaining clip open..3-39 Inserting and securing an expansion board...3-40 Securing the PCI retaining clip...3-41 30-pin and 16-pin remote management connectors..3-43 Cabling the Remote Insight Light-Out Pro to the system board (30-pin)..3-44 Cabling the Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition to the system board (16-pin).3-44 The Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition (left) and Remote Insight Lights-Out Pro (right) rear panel connectors..3-45 Hot-plug power supplies (rack configuration)...3-47 Removing the power supply blank from its bay..3-48 Installing the hot-plug power supply...3-49 Installing the retaining screw....3-50 Power supply LEDs (rack configuration)...3-51 Internal storage device locations in the rack-model server..3-53 Hot-plug hard drive installation order...3-55 Removing the drive blank from the next available hot-plug drive bay.3-56 Installing a hot-plug hard drive...3-57

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Rack Stability

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, be sure that: The leveling jacks are extended to the floor. The full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks. The stabilizing feet are attached to the rack if it is a single-rack installation. The racks are coupled together in multiple-rack installations. Only one component is extended at a time. A rack may become unstable if more than one component is extended for any reason.

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Related Documents

For additional information on the topics covered in this guide, refer to the following documentation: The hardware installation and configuration poster that ships with your server The hardware installation and configuration labels located on the inside of the access panel of your server The installation documentation that ship with option kits The Documentation CD, which includes the following resources: Servers Troubleshooting Guide Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition User Guide ROM-Based Setup Utility Guide PCI Hot Plug Administration Guide Memory installation guide A link to the maintenance and service guide

Getting Help

If you have a problem and have exhausted the information in this guide, you can get further information and other help in the following locations.

Technical Support

In North America, call the HP Technical Support Phone Center at 1-800-652-6672. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored. Outside North America, call the nearest HP Technical Support Phone Center. Telephone numbers for worldwide Technical Support Centers are listed on the HP website, www.hp.com. Be sure to have the following information available before you call HP: Technical support registration number (if applicable)

Server Warnings and Cautions
Before installing your server, be sure you understand the following warnings and cautions:
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the internal system components to cool before touching them.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock or damage to the equipment:
Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. Plug the AC power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Unplug the AC power cord from the power supply to disconnect power to the equipment.
CAUTION: Protect the server from power fluctuations and temporary interruptions with a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS). This device protects the hardware from damage caused by power surges and voltage spikes and keeps the system in operation during a power failure. CAUTION: Do not operate the server for long periods without the access panel. Operating the server without the access panel results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to thermal damage.
Server Shipping Carton Contents
Unpack the server shipping carton and locate the materials and documentation necessary for installing your server. All of the rack-mounting hardware necessary for installing the ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 server into the rack is included with the rack or the server. The contents of the server shipping carton include the following: HP ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 server Hardware documentation, reference information, and software products AC power cord Rack-mounting hardware (Figure 2-2 and Table 2-1)
Figure 2-2: Rack-mounting hardware Table 2-1: Rack-Mounting Hardware
Item 1 Description Rack rail assemblies (2) Item 5 Description Retaining screws
Shipping screws (2) M6 x 12mm Phillips head (4)
Server rails (2) Cable management arm bracket Cable management arm support bracket
Rack template Cable management arm
Installing Hardware Options
This chapter explains procedures for the installation of hot-plug and non-hot-plug options specific to the HP ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 server. For more information about option installation procedures, refer to the following resources: The installation documentation that ships with the option kit The hardware installation and configuration poster that ships with your server The hardware installation and configuration labels located on the inside of the access panel of your server
For more information about memory installation procedures, refer to the server memory installation guide on the Documentation CD. For more information about hot-plug expansion board installation procedures, see Chapter 4, PCI-X Technology.

To replace existing processors with new processors of higher frequency: 1. For tower-model servers only, open the front bezel door. See Opening the Front Bezel Door in this chapter. 2. Power down the server. See Powering Down the Server in this chapter. 3. For rack-model servers only, extend the server from the rack by loosening the front panel thumbscrews and extending the server out of the front of the rack until it stops. 4. Remove the access panel. See Removing the Access Panel in this chapter.
5. Remove the processor air baffle: a. Loosen the two thumbscrews that secure the air baffle to the server tray (1). b. Lift the air baffle upward out of the server (2).
Figure 3-16: Removing the processor air baffle
6. If necessary, remove the memory board to gain access to the processor. For detailed information on removing a memory board, refer to the server memory installation guide on the Documentation CD.
7. Loosen the thumbscrew on the processor retaining bracket (1) and lift the bracket upward (2).
Figure 3-17: Lifting the processor retaining bracket

8. Remove the PPMs.

Figure 3-18: Removing a PPM
9. Remove the processors: a. Lift the processor locking lever upward to release the processor from the socket (1).
b. Remove the obsolete processor/heatsink assembly (2).
Figure 3-19: Removing a processor
WARNING: Heatsinks may be hot. Allow processor/heatsink assemblies to cool before attempting to remove them.
10. Install the new processor/heatsink assembly: a. Determine the correct processor orientation by observing the three pins on the processor retaining bracket and the corresponding holes on the processor/heatsink assembly. b. Insert the processor/heatsink assembly into the processor socket (1). 11. Secure the processor locking lever (2).
Figure 3-20: Installing the processor/heatsink assembly and securing the processor locking lever
12. Insert the new PPM into the available PPM slot, making sure the key slot in the PPM is aligned with the key in the slot. Press firmly to be sure that the PPM is fully seated in the slot.
Figure 3-21: Installing a PPM
13. Lower the processor retaining bracket into position over the processor and PPM (1) and secure it by tightening the thumbscrew (2).
Figure 3-22: Securing the processor retaining bracket

7. Align the expansion board with the groove on the PCI retaining clip opposite the removed expansion slot cover (for full-length expansion boards only).
NOTE: The PCI retaining clip can be locked in the open position to facilitate expansion board removal.
Figure 3-30: Locking the PCI retaining clip open
8. Insert the expansion board (1). 9. Close the expansion slot latch to secure the board into the server (2).
Figure 3-31: Inserting and securing an expansion board
10. Close the PCI retaining clip (for full-length expansion boards only).
Figure 3-32: Securing the PCI retaining clip
NOTE: If you are installing a Remote Insight board, you must cable the expansion board to the system board. See Remote Insight Board in this chapter.
11. Install the access panel. 12. Install the server. See Chapter 5, Installing the Rack Server or Chapter 6, Installing the Tower Server. 13. Cable the server. See Chapter 7, Cabling the Server. 14. Power up the server. See Chapter 8, Server Configuration and Utilities. 15. Be sure that the internal health LED on the front panel LED assembly is illuminated green, indicating that the system is functioning properly. For detailed information on LEDs, see Appendix C, System LEDs and Switches. 16. If the LED indicates an error, see Appendix D, Troubleshooting, or refer to the troubleshooting guide for instructions.

Remote Insight Board

The HP Remote Insight board is a PCI-based expansion board that contains a built-in processor and fully supports keyboard, mouse, and PCI video functions. With a Remote Insight board installed in the ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 server, you can use a standard web browser and Insight Manager to access and remotely manage your server from any console on the network, regardless of the state of the host operating system. The ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 server supports the following Remote Insight boards: Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition (16-pin connector) Remote Insight Lights-Out Pro (30-pin connector)
For more detailed information on installing a Remote Insight board, refer to the Documentation CD or to the website:
www.compaq.com/manage/15minslideshow/
To install a Remote Insight board:
IMPORTANT: Due to cabling requirements, HP recommends that you install the Remote Insight board in slot 7.

2. Remove the drive blank from the next available hot-plug drive bay: a. Push the retaining clip inward to unlock the drive blank (1). b. Grasp the drive blank by the front handle. c. Slide the drive blank out of the hot-plug hard drive bay (2).
Figure 3-46: Removing the drive blank from the next available hot-plug hard drive bay
3. HP hot-plug universal tape drives require two drive bays for installation, so you must remove two drive blanks. Repeat step 2 to remove a second drive blank.
4. Align the hot-plug universal tape drive with the drive bays and slide the tape drive into the drive bays until the release latch snaps into place.
Figure 3-47: Installing the HP universal hot-plug tape drive
5. Be sure that the tape drive LED on the front of the tape drive is illuminated green, indicating that the system is functioning properly. For detailed information on LEDs, see Appendix C, System LEDs and Switches. 6. If any of the LEDs indicates an error, see Appendix D, Troubleshooting, or refer to the troubleshooting guide for instructions. For more information regarding installing the HP hot-plug universal tape drive, refer to the installation documentation provided with the drive.

Removable Media Bays

ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 servers support installation of IDE or SCSI storage devices into the removable media bays. Devices supported include: SCSI devices: Digital Linear Tape (DLT) drive Digital Audio Tape (DAT) drive Advanced Intelligent Tape (AIT) drive Two-bay hot-plug SCSI drive cage IDE devices: CD-ROM drive DVD drive
CAUTION: Always populate the removable media bays with either a drive or a blank. Proper airflow can only be maintained when the bays are populated. Unpopulated drive bays can lead to improper cooling and thermal damage.
Installing SCSI or IDE Devices into the Removable Media Bays To install a SCSI or IDE device into the removable media bay:
NOTE: The external appearance of your SCSI or IDE device may look different from the following illustrations, depending on your device.
1. For tower-model servers only, open the front bezel door. See Opening the Front Bezel Door in this chapter. 2. Power down the server. See Powering Down the Server in this chapter. 3. Remove the access panel. See Removing the Access Panel in this chapter.

Figure 5-3: Inserting the rack rail assembly into the rack (other rack details are removed for clarity)
5. Release the rail compression lever to seat the locking mechanism in the square hole in the vertical rack post.
Figure 5-4: Releasing the rail compression lever
6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 for the right rack rail assembly. 7. For additional security or for stability during shipping, insert a 6 x 12 mm Phillips screw into the top hole of each rack rail assembly at both the front and rear of the rack.
Figure 5-5: Inserting screws to secure the rack rail assembly in the rack
Preparing the Server for Rack Installation
To prepare the server for rack installation: Attach the server rails. Remove the power supplies. Attach the cable management arm bracket.
Attaching the Server Rails
To attach the server rails to the server chassis:
IMPORTANT: Install the server rails with the smooth side of the rail against the server chassis.
1. Align the four keyholes on the server rail with the four posts on the side of the server chassis. 2. Press the rail against the side of the chassis and slide it toward the front of the server until the rail snaps into place.
Figure 5-6: Positioning the server rail on the chassis
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to attach the second rail to the server.
Removing the Power Supplies
To make moving and lifting the server more manageable, HP recommends that all power supplies be removed from the server. To remove the power supplies: 1. Locate the power supplies on the rear of the server under the system tray.
Figure 5-7: Server power supplies Table 5-1: Power Supply Locations
2. If present, remove the Torx T-15 screw from the power supply handle. The Torx T-15 tool is clipped to the rear panel of the server. 3. Press the port-colored latch on the primary power supply handle (1) and pull it down (2). 4. Pull the power supply out completely and set it aside for reinstallation later (3).
Figure 5-8: Removing the server power supplies
5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 to release and remove any additional power supplies.
Attaching the Cable Management Arm Bracket
The cable management arm bracket fastens to the top-left-rear of the rack server chassis as you look at the rear of the server. The bracket provides an attachment point for the cable management arm from the server to the rear frame of the rack. To attach the cable management arm bracket: 1. Align the two keyholes on the cable management arm bracket over the posts on the rear panel of the chassis. 2. Slide the arm down to secure the keyholes onto the posts (1). 3. Tighten the thumbscrew to secure the cable management arm to the server (2).

To attach the cable management arm: 1. Identify the cable management arm holes on the outside of the rear of the rack that you marked with the template. Align the end of the cable management arm with the marks on the outside of the rear post of the rack. Insert the tabs on the cable management arm into the marked holes on the interior of the vertical posts on the rear of the rack (1). 2. Align the cable management arm support bracket (screw retaining plate) on the outside of the rack and tighten the thumbscrews to secure it in place (2).
Figure 5-14: Attaching the cable management arm to the rear post of the rack
3. Lift the locking bar on the cable management arm and swing the arm away from the server to gain full access to the thumbscrews. 4. Align the cable management arm to the cable management arm bracket and tighten the two thumbscrews to attach the arm to the bracket.
Figure 5-15: Attaching the cable management arm to the cable management arm bracket
Reinstalling the Power Supplies
To reinstall your power supplies, reverse the procedure Removing the Power Supplies in this chapter.
Securing the Server in the Rack for Shipping
For shipping purposes, the server can be secured in the rack by fastening a shipping screw (part number 162811-001) through the hole in the rear of each server rail into the thread barrel on each rack rail.
Figure 5-16: Securing the server in the rack for shipping
Connecting the Power Cord and Peripheral Devices
After the server has been installed in the rack, connect the power cord and peripheral devices to the connectors located on the rear panel of the server. Icons on the back of the server identify the function of each connector.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not plug telecommunications/telephone cables into the NIC connectors.
IMPORTANT: If the Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition is installed in your server, be sure that you connect your video cable into the video connector on the rear of the Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition expansion board. The standard video connector on the server rear panel is not used when the Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition is installed. For more information, refer to the documentation that ships with the Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition option kit.
Use the following figure and table to identify connectors on the rear panel of the rack server.
Figure 5-17: Rear panel connectors and components (rack server) Table 5-2: Rear Panel Connectors and Components (Rack Server)

Figure 7-8: Standard cable routing of an external storage device through the VHDCI SCSI connector
The following illustration shows a rack server cabled to an external storage device through an expansion board.
Figure 7-9: Standard cable routing of an external storage device through an expansion board
For additional information about external cabling with your ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 server, refer to the website:
www.compaq.com/support/storage

External USB Devices

HP ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 servers support installation of external USB devices through the two open standard USB connectors on the rear panel of the server shown in the following illustration.
Figure 7-10: Rear panel USB connectors
The system ROM, configurable through RBSU, provides full legacy support for USB keyboard and mouse. Operating systems that currently support USB technology in ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 servers include: Windows 2000 Linux
Refer to the following website for an operating system matrix for USB support:

Rack Cabling Guidelines

After you have installed all internal options, replaced the server access panel, and configured your server for your rack, you are ready to connect the power cord and peripheral devices.
CAUTION: Always connect peripheral devices before connecting power to the server. An improper cabling connection sequence can result in electrical damage to peripheral devices.
Rear panel connectors on the ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 server include: Video (blue) Parallel (burgundy) Embedded NIC (RJ-45) Serial (teal) VHDCI SCSI Mouse (green) Keyboard (purple) USB (black)
For additional rack cabling guidelines and information, refer to the Rack Resources CD provided with your rack.
Routing Cables and Power Cords
Cables and power cords connected to the server rear panel are routed through a cable management arm that prevents loose cabling in the rear of the rack and protects connectors from damage that results when cables are disconnected improperly. When multiple ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 servers are installed in a rack, the cable management arm effectively organizes the rear panel cabling.
Figure 7-11: ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 server installed in a Compaq branded rack with properly routed cabling
Server Configuration and Utilities
This chapter provides information about the following utilities and support tools: ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU) Redundant ROM Support ROMPaq Utility Remote ROM Flash Utility ROM Legacy USB Support SmartStart CD SmartStart Diskette Builder SmartStart Scripting Toolkit Insight Manager 7 Diagnostics Utility Automatic Server Recovery (ASR-2) Integrated Management Log (IML) Multi-Initiator Configuration Utility

Power Cords

The power cord set included in your server meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased your server. If you need to use this server in another country, purchase a power cord that is approved for use in that country. The power cord must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product's electrical ratings label. The voltage and current rating of the cord should be greater than the voltage and current rating marked on the product. In addition, the diameter of the wire must be a minimum of 1.00 mm or 18AWG, and the length of the cord must be between 1.8 m (6 feet) and 3.6 m (12 feet). If you have questions about the type of power cord to use, contact an HP authorized service provider.
IMPORTANT: Route power cords so that they will not be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the cords exit from the product.

Electrostatic Discharge

To prevent damaging the system, be aware of the precautions you need to follow when setting up the system or handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system boards or other static-sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the device.
Preventing Electrostatic Damage
To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions: Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe containers. Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static-free workstations. 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.
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Diagnostic Steps

If your server does not power up, or powers up but does not complete POST, answer the questions in Table D-1 to determine appropriate actions based on the symptoms observed. The flow of questions reflects the usual flow of events during a power-on sequence. According to the answers you give, you will be directed to an appropriate secondary table in this section. The table outlines possible reasons for the problem, options available to assist in diagnosis, possible solutions, and references to other sources of information.
Table D-1: Diagnostic Steps
Question Question 1: Is the system power button LED off? Question 2: Is the system power button LED green? Question 3: Is the external health LED green? Question 4: Is the internal health LED green? Question 5: Is the monitor displaying information? Action If no, continue to question 2. If yes, see Table D-2. If yes, continue to question 3. If no, see Table D-3. If yes, continue to question 4. If no, see Table D-4. If yes, continue to question 5. If no, see Table D-5. If yes, use the POST messages for further diagnosis. See Table D-6 for details. If no, see Table D-6.
Table D-2: Is the System Power LED Off?
Answer Yes, it is off Possible Reasons The system is not connected to AC power, or no AC power is available. Possible Solutions Be sure that the power cord is connected to the power supply.
A power supply problem exists. The power supply may not be connected or inserted properly, it may have a damaged connector, or it may have failed.
Be sure that the power supply is undamaged, the power supply is fully seated, and the power supply LED is green when you power up the server.
There is a broken connection between the front panel LED assembly and the power backplane.
Be sure that the system power and power supply signal cables are connected to the system board and power backplane.
The front panel LED assembly has failed.
Be sure that the front panel LED assembly cable is connected to the power backplane. Refer to Power Problems and General Hardware Problems in the Servers Troubleshooting Guide for further options. If these solutions do not solve the problem, contact an HP authorized service provider for assistance.
If the system power button LED is amber, press the Power On/Standby button. See Table D-3.
Note: For LED locations and functions, see Appendix C, System LEDs and Switches. For cabling configurations, see Chapter 7, Cabling the Server.
Table D-3: Is the System Power LED Green?
Answer No, it is off Possible Reasons Power On/Standby button has not been pressed firmly. A power supply problem exists. The power supply may not be connected or inserted properly, it may have a damaged connector, or it may have failed. The system may have experienced a short. The front panel LED assembly has failed. Possible Solutions Firmly press the power button. Be sure that the power supply is undamaged, the power supply is fully seated, and the power supply LED is green. Check for bent connector pins and improperly seated expansion boards. Be sure that the front panel LED assembly cable is connected to the power backplane. If these solutions do not solve the problem, contact an HP authorized service provider for assistance. Yes If the system power button LED is green, see Table D-4.

vanadium pentoxide battery, warning A-8 ventilation, rack door 2-3

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support 5-2, 6-1 warranty D-15 white papers, PCI Bus Numbering 4-5
WOL See Wake On LAN (WOL) wrist strap B-2

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HP ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 Server Memory Installation Guide
February 2003 (Second Edition) Part Number 279985-002
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Contents

About This Guide
Audience Assumptions....v Important Safety Information....v Symbols on Equipment...v Rack Stability.... vii Symbols in Text.... vii Related Documents.... viii Getting Help..... ix Technical Support... ix HP Website..... ix Authorized Reseller....x Readers Comments...x

Chapter 1 Memory

Memory Quick Start Guidelines... 1-4 Quick Start DIMM Installation... 1-4 Quick Start Memory Configuration... 1-5 Quick Start LED Information... 1-6 Memory Board.... 1-6 Parts of the Memory Board.... 1-7 Memory Board LEDs and Icons... 1-8 Advanced ECC (Standard) Memory Technology.. 1-11 Features.... 1-11 DIMM Installation Requirements... 1-11
Advanced Memory Protection Options...1-12 Online Spare Memory Technology...1-12 Single-Board Mirrored Memory Technology..1-14 Software....1-15 Memory Configuration...1-16 Installation, Removal, and Replacement Procedures...1-17 Removing a Memory Board...1-17 Removing a DIMM....1-19 Installing a DIMM....1-20 Installing a Memory Board...1-21
Chapter 2 Error Messages Index
This guide provides step-by-step installation instructions and reference information for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades for the memory system in HP ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 servers.

Audience Assumptions

This guide is for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots servers. HP assumes you are qualified in the servicing of computer equipment and trained in recognizing hazards in products with hazardous energy levels.
Important Safety Information
Before installing this product, read the Important Safety Information document included with the server.

Symbols on Equipment

The following symbols may be placed on equipment to indicate the presence of potentially hazardous conditions:
WARNING: This symbol, in conjunction with any of the following symbols, indicates the presence of a potential hazard. The potential for injury exists if warnings are not observed. Consult your documentation for specific details.
This symbol indicates the presence of hazardous energy circuits or electric shock hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock hazards, do not open this enclosure. Refer all maintenance, upgrades, and servicing to qualified personnel. This symbol indicates the presence of electric shock hazards. The area contains no user or field serviceable parts. Do not open for any reason. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock hazards, do not open this enclosure. This symbol on an RJ-45 receptacle indicates a network interface connection. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug telephone or telecommunications connectors into this receptacle. This symbol indicates the presence of a hot surface or hot component. If this surface is contacted, the potential for injury exists. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from a hot component, allow the surface to cool before touching. These symbols, on power supplies or systems, indicate that the equipment is supplied by multiple sources of power. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock, remove all power cords to completely disconnect power from the system. This symbol indicates that the component exceeds the recommended weight for one individual to handle safely. Weight in kg Weight in lb WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, observe local occupational health and safety requirements and guidelines for manual material handling.

Rack Stability

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, be sure that: The leveling jacks are extended to the floor. The full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks. The stabilizing feet are attached to the rack if it is a single-rack installation. The racks are coupled together in multiple-rack installations. Only one component is extended at a time. A rack may become unstable if more than one component is extended for any reason.

Symbols in Text

These symbols may be found in the text of this guide. They have the following meanings.
WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions in the warning could result in bodily harm or loss of life.
CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information.
IMPORTANT: Text set off in this manner presents essential information to explain a concept or complete a task. NOTE: Text set off in this manner presents additional information to emphasize or supplement important points of the main text.

Related Documents

For additional information on the topics covered in this guide, refer to the following documentation: The white paper on Advanced Memory Protection on the HP website:
www.hp.com/servers/proliant/manage
The Advanced Memory Protection multimedia on the Documentation CD The hardware installation and configuration poster that ships with your server The hardware installation and configuration labels located on the inside of the access panel of your server The installation documentation that ship with option kits The Documentation CD, which includes the following resources: The setup and installation guide Servers Troubleshooting Guide HP ROM-Based Setup Utility Users Guide A link to the maintenance and service guide

Getting Help

If you have a problem and have exhausted the information in this guide, you can get further information and other help in the following locations.

Technical Support

In North America, call the HP Technical Support Phone Center at 1-800-652-6672. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored. Outside North America, call the nearest HP Technical Support Phone Center. Telephone numbers for worldwide Technical Support Centers are listed on the HP website, www.hp.com. Be sure to have the following information available before you call HP: Technical support registration number (if applicable) Product serial number Product model name and number Applicable error messages Add-on boards or hardware Third-party hardware or software Operating system type and revision level

HP Website

The HP website has information on this product as well as the latest drivers and flash ROM images. You can access the HP website at www.hp.com.

Authorized Reseller

For the name of your nearest authorized reseller: In the United States, call 1-800-345-1518. In Canada, call 1-800-263-5868. Elsewhere, see the HP website for locations and telephone numbers.

Readers Comments

HP welcomes your comments on this guide. Please send your comments and suggestions by e-mail to ServerDocumentation@hp.com.

Memory

This guide explains the procedures associated with the memory system in your HP ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 server. The topics include: Memory quick start guidelines Memory board Parts of the memory board Memory board LEDs Advanced ECC (standard) memory technology Advanced Memory Protection options Online spare memory technology Single-board mirrored memory technology Software Memory configuration Installation, removal, and replacement procedures
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For more information specific to Advanced Memory Protection, refer to the following resources: The white paper on Advanced Memory Protection on the HP website:
The Advanced Memory Protection multimedia on the Documentation CD The installation documentation that ships with option kits The hardware installation and configuration poster that ships with your server The hardware installation and configuration labels located on the inside of the access panel of your server
For more information on configuring the memory through the ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU), refer to the HP ROM-Based Setup Utility Users Guide on the Documentation CD. The following warnings apply to all procedures:
WARNING: The server is very heavy, up to 66 kg (146 lb). To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment:
Remove all hot-plug power supplies to reduce the weight of the server before lifting it. Observe local occupational health and safety requirements and guidelines for material handling. Get help to lift and maneuver the server. Be sure the server casters are locked in place on tower models.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment:
Heed all warnings and cautions throughout the installation instructions. Allow internal system components to cool before touching any surfaces. Be sure that the power to the server is turned off and that all power cords are disconnected. Allow only qualified service personnelthose trained to work with products capable of producing hazardous energy levelsto install options, except when installing hot-plug power supplies or hard drives.
CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. Be sure you are properly grounded before beginning any installation procedures.

The following warnings apply to in-rack operations only:
WARNING: Always begin by mounting the heaviest item on the bottom of the rack. Continue to populate the rack from the bottom to the top.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or equipment damage, always be sure that the rack is adequately stabilized before extending a component outside the rack. A rack may become unstable if more than one component is extended for any reason. Extend only one component at a time. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or equipment damage, be sure that:
The leveling jacks are extended to the floor. The full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks. The stabilizers are attached to the rack for single-rack installation. The racks are coupled in multiple-rack installations.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hazardous energy or of damage to the equipment when working on energized servers with precautions:
Remove all watches, rings, and any other loose fitting jewelry. Avoid the use of conductive tools inside the server that could bridge live parts.
CAUTION: For Compaq branded Series 7000 racks, you must install highly ventilated rack door inserts to provide proper front-to-back airflow and cooling.
CAUTION: Be sure that your rack meets all recommended space and airflow requirements for your server.
Memory Quick Start Guidelines
This section gives a brief overview of memory in the HP ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 servers, including: Quick start DIMM installation Quick start memory configuration Quick start LED information
More information about each of these items can be found in this chapter.
Quick Start DIMM Installation
Use the following table as a quick reference for DIMM installation guidelines specific to your desired memory configuration.
Table 1-1: Quick Start DIMM Installation Guidelines
Advanced ECC (Standard) Memory Use only industry-standard PC1600 registered DDR SDRAM DIMMs. Install DIMMs in pairs. Be sure that both DIMMs in a bank are of the same capacity. Be sure that bank A is populated. Online Spare Memory Use only industry-standard PC1600 registered DDR SDRAM DIMMs. Install DIMMs in pairs. Be sure that both DIMMs in a bank are of the same capacity. Be sure that bank A is populated. DIMMs in the online spare bank must be of equal or greater capacity than DIMMs in each remaining bank. Single-Board Mirrored Memory Use only industry-standard PC1600 registered DDR SDRAM DIMMs. Install DIMMs in pairs. Be sure that both DIMMs in a bank are of the same capacity. Be sure that bank A is populated. DIMMs in the mirrored banks must be configured identically to the banks they are mirroring.

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Table 1-1: Quick Start DIMM Installation Guidelines continued
Advanced ECC (Standard) Memory Online Spare Memory Bank D must always be populated. Bank D is the online spare bank. Single-Board Mirrored Memory Banks A and C must always be populated. Bank C mirrors bank A. Bank D mirrors bank B.
Quick Start Memory Configuration
If you plan to use online spare memory or single-board mirrored memory, you must configure your desired memory mode through RBSU. HP also recommends testing new DIMMs. To test DIMMs and configure memory: 1. Power on the server. 2. Press the F9 key to enter RBSU. 3. Select Advanced Options. 4. Change POST Speed Up to Disable. 5. Press any key to return to the RBSU main menu. 6. Select System Options. 7. Select Advanced Memory Protection. 8. Select the desired memory mode. 9. Press the ESC key twice to go back to the RBSU main menu. 10. Press the F10 key to exit RBSU. The server reboots and tests all memory in the system. 11. Once the memory has been tested, re-enable POST Speed Up for faster system boot, if desired.
IMPORTANT: To reconfigure the memory mode after initial setup, you must reboot the system and enter RBSU.
Quick Start LED Information
Table 1-2: Memory LED States on a Properly Configured Memory Board
Memory Configuration LED Advanced ECC (Standard) Memory Green Green Off Off Off Online Spare Memory Green Green Green Green Off Single-Board Mirrored Memory Green Green Off Off Green
Memory status DIMM 1-8, if populated Online Spare text Online spare status Mirroring status
Note: When the server is configured for online spare mode, bank D is the online spare bank.

Memory Board

This section provides the following information about the memory board: Parts of the memory board Memory board LEDs
Parts of the Memory Board
Figure 1-1 and Table 1-3 identify the parts of the memory board.
Figure 1-1: Parts of the memory board Table 1-3: Parts of the Memory Board
Item Description DIMM slot 1, bank A (must be populated) DIMM slot 2, bank A (must be populated) DIMM slot 3, bank B DIMM slot 4, bank B DIMM slot 5, bank C DIMM slot 6, bank C DIMM slot 7, bank D* DIMM slot 8, bank D* LEDs Locking switch
Table 1-3: Parts of the Memory Board continued
Item Description Release latches Ejector levers
*When the system is configured for online spare memory, bank D is the online spare bank.
Memory Board LEDs and Icons
Use the following figure and tables to identify LEDs and icons on the memory board.

Figure 1-2: Memory board LEDs and icons Table 1-4: Advanced ECC (Standard) Memory LEDs
Item 1 Description Memory status Indicator Off Green Flashing green Amber Status Memory board is offline. Memory board is online. Memory board is busy. Memory error has occurred.
Table 1-4: Advanced ECC (Standard) Memory LEDs continued
Item 7 Description DIMM 1-8 status Indicator Off Green Amber Flashing amber 1-3, 6, 7 All LEDs Flashing amber Status DIMM is not installed. DIMM is installed. Memory error has occurred on this DIMM. Configuration error has occurred. CAUTION Memory board is in use; relock it immediately.
Table 1-5: Online Spare Memory LEDs
Item 1 Description Memory status Indicator Off Green Flashing green Amber 2 Online spare status Off Green Amber 6 Online Spare text Off Green Flashing green 7 DIMM 1-8 status Off Green Amber Flashing amber 1-3, 6, 7 All LEDs Flashing amber Status Memory board is offline. Memory board is online. Memory board is busy. Memory error has occurred. Memory board is not configured for online spare memory. Online spare memory is functioning properly. Memory error has occurred and system has failed over to the online spare bank. Bank is not configured as an online spare bank. Bank is configured as an online spare bank. Failure has occurred and online spare bank is active. DIMM is not installed. DIMM is installed. Memory error has occurred on this DIMM. Configuration error has occurred. CAUTION Memory board is in use; relock it immediately.
Table 1-6: Single-Board Mirrored Memory LEDs
Item 1 Description Memory status Indicator Off Green Flashing green Amber 3 Mirroring status Off Green Amber 7 DIMM 1-8 status Off Green Amber Flashing amber 1-3, 6, 7 All LEDs Flashing amber Status Memory board is offline. Memory board is online. Memory board is busy. Memory error has occurred. Memory board is not configured for single-board mirrored memory. Single-board mirrored memory is functioning properly. Memory error has occurred and system has failed over to the mirrored bank(s). DIMM is not installed. DIMM is installed. Memory error has occurred on this DIMM. Configuration error has occurred. CAUTION Memory board is in use; relock it immediately.
Table 1-7: Memory Board Icons
Item Description Lock Unlock Status Memory board is locked and cannot be removed. Memory board is unlocked; do not remove unless the server is powered down.

Note: The icon at which the memory board switch is pointed indicates whether the memory board is locked or unlocked.
Advanced ECC (Standard) Memory Technology
This section details the features and DIMM installation requirements for advanced ECC memory.

Features

Advanced ECC memory has the following advantages: The server can support up to 16 GB of system memory using 2-GB DIMMs. Advanced ECC memory detects both single-bit and multi-bit errors, and corrects single-bit errors. It can also detect and correct 4-bit errors that occur within a single DRAM chip on a DIMM.
DIMM Installation Requirements
Observe the following DIMM configuration requirements when installing DIMMs: Use only industry-standard PC1600 registered DDR SDRAM DIMMs in 256-MB, 512-MB, 1-GB, and 2-GB capacities. Install DIMMs in pairs, one bank at a time. Be sure that both DIMMs in a bank are the same capacity. Be sure that bank A is populated.
IMPORTANT: HP recommends that you use only HP DIMMs. Third-party DIMMs may have additional installation requirements. For information about third-party DIMM installation requirements, refer to the Advanced Memory Protection white paper on the HP website:
IMPORTANT: You must power down the server before installing additional DIMMs. IMPORTANT: Follow all DIMM configuration requirements carefully. If the DIMMs are not configured properly, you receive an error message during POST.
Advanced Memory Protection Options
The ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 server supports two types of optional Advanced Memory Protection: Online spare memory Single-board mirrored memory
Each type includes Advanced ECC protection.
Online Spare Memory Technology
This section details the features and DIMM installation requirements for online spare memory. Features Online spare memory uses an online spare bank to provide additional memory protection. Online spare memory has the following advantages: Online spare memory provides DIMM failover capabilities for single-bit correctable errors. Bank D is configured as an online spare bank. If a DIMM exceeds the HP predefined limit for single-bit correctable errors, indicating that it may fail, the system fails over to the online spare bank. The server can support up to 12 GB of system memory and 4 GB of online spare memory using 2-GB DIMMs.
IMPORTANT: DIMMs in the online spare bank must be of equal or greater capacity than the DIMMs in the remaining banks.
Bank D is the online spare bank. The online spare bank can provide memory protection for up to three other banks. If any DIMM in these three banks exceeds the HP predefined limit for single-bit correctable errors, indicating that it may fail, the system performs the following actions: 1. Copies the contents of the degraded bank to the online spare bank 2. Deactivates the failing bank

3. Activates the online spare bank 4. Provides notification of the DIMM failure via the memory board LEDs, the front panel internal health LED, and Insight Manager 7 This process occurs without intervention or server interruption and enables you to replace the degraded DIMM at your convenience during a regularly scheduled shutdown. DIMM Installation Requirements In addition to the DIMM configuration requirements for advanced ECC memory, observe the following DIMM configuration requirements when installing DIMMs for online spare memory: Bank D is the online spare bank and must be populated when the server is configured for online spare memory. DIMMs installed in the online spare bank must be of equal or greater capacity than each of those in the remaining banks.
IMPORTANT: If any one of the above requirements is not met, the system automatically switches to advanced ECC memory and displays an error message during POST.
Single-Board Mirrored Memory Technology
This section details the features and DIMM installation requirements for single-board mirrored memory. Features Single-board mirrored memory uses mirrored banks to provide a high level of memory redundancy. Single-board mirrored memory has the following advantages: Single-board mirrored memory provides protection against multi-bit errors. If a DIMM on the memory board has a multi-bit error, the system reads from the mirrored banks instead. The server can support up to 8 GB of system memory and 8 GB of redundant memory using 2-GB DIMMs.
IMPORTANT: DIMMs in the redundant banks must be configured identically to the banks they are mirroring. IMPORTANT: If a DIMM exceeds the HP predefined limit for single-bit correctable errors, the system does not fail over to the redundant banks, but does notify you of the condition through Insight Manager 7, the memory board LEDs, and the front panel internal health LED.
In a server configured for single-board mirrored memory, bank C mirrors bank A, and, if populated, bank D mirrors bank B. If any DIMM in bank A or bank B has a multi-bit error, the system performs the following actions: 1. Rereads the correct data from the redundant memory banks 2. Performs all future reads from the redundant memory banks 3. Provides notification of the DIMM failure via the memory board LEDs, the front panel internal health LED, and Insight Manager 7 This process occurs without intervention or server interruption, and enables you to replace the degraded DIMM at your convenience during a regularly scheduled shutdown. Multi-bit errors are detected at the bank level rather than the DIMM level, so if a multi-bit error occurs, both DIMMs in the bank must be replaced.

As long as no errors have occurred on the memory board, the system periodically switches which set of banks it reads from to be sure that both sets are monitored for memory errors. DIMM Installation Requirements In addition to the DIMM configuration requirements for advanced ECC memory, observe the following DIMM configuration requirements when installing DIMMs for single-board mirrored memory: Bank C mirrors bank A, and bank D mirrors bank B. Banks A and C must always be populated. DIMMs in the mirrored banks must be configured identically to the banks they are mirroring. Corresponding banks (for instance, bank A and bank C) must be populated with DIMMs of the same capacity.

Software

The following software components of the memory system provide memory configuration and management capabilities: ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU) Insight Manager 7
IMPORTANT: The optional online spare memory and single-board mirrored memory features do not require special software drivers and are operating system independent.

Memory Configuration

Configuring your servers memory system requires configuring both hardware and software. To configure your memory: 1. Remove the memory board. See Removing a Memory Board in this chapter. 2. Install the required DIMMs based on your desired memory mode. Be sure to follow all DIMM installation requirements. See the DIMM Installation Requirement section in this chapter for each mode. 3. Install the memory board. See Installing a Memory Board in this chapter. 4. Test the DIMMs and configure the memory mode through RBSU: a. Power on the server. b. Press the F9 key to enter RBSU. c. Select Advanced Options. d. Change POST Speed Up to Disable. e. Press any key to return to the RBSU main menu. f. Select System Options. g. Select Advanced Memory Protection. h. Select the desired memory mode. i. j. Press the ESC key twice to go back to the RBSU main menu. Press the F10 key to exit RBSU. The server reboots and tests all memory in the system.
k. Once the memory has been tested, re-enable POST Speed Up for faster system boot, if desired.
Installation, Removal, and Replacement Procedures
This section describes memory installation, removal, and replacement procedures.

Removing a Memory Board

CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. Be sure you are properly grounded before beginning any installation procedure.
To remove a memory board: 1. Power down the server. Refer to Powering Down the Server in Chapter 3, Installing Hardware Options, in the setup and installation guide on the Documentation CD. 2. Open the hot-plug door. Refer to Opening the Hot-Plug Door in Chapter 3, Installing Hardware Options, in the setup and installation guide on the Documentation CD.
3. Disengage the locking switch (1). 4. Press the release latches inward firmly, disengaging the board from the server (2). Do not squeeze the latches. 5. Lift the ejector levers up (3). 6. Pull the memory board up out of the server (4).

Figure 1-3: Removing the memory board

Removing a DIMM

To remove a DIMM: 1. Remove the memory board. See Removing a Memory Board in this chapter. 2. Place the memory board on a level surface. 3. Open the DIMM slot latches (1) to eject the DIMM from the DIMM slot (2).
Figure 1-4: Removing a DIMM

Installing a DIMM

To install a DIMM: 1. Remove the memory board. See Removing a Memory Board in this chapter. 2. Observe all DIMM installation requirements for your desired memory mode. See the DIMM Installation Requirement section in this chapter for each mode.
IMPORTANT: Follow all DIMM configuration requirements carefully. If the DIMMs are not configured properly, you receive an error message during POST and the DIMM LEDs blink amber.
3. Align the keyed portion of the bottom edge of the DIMM with the tab in the DIMM slot. 4. Press the DIMM firmly into the slot (1) and push the latches into place (2).
Figure 1-5: Installing and latching a DIMM
IMPORTANT: The bottom edge of the DIMM is designed so that it fits into the DIMM slot only one way.
Installing a Memory Board
To install a memory board: 1. Align the memory board with the memory slot and memory board guide clips. 2. Slide the memory board into the server (1) and close the ejector levers to seat the memory board firmly (2). 3. Engage the locking switch (3).
Figure 1-6: Installing a memory board
4. Power up the server. Refer to Chapter 5, Installing the Rack Server or Chapter 6, Installing the Tower Server, in the setup and installation guide on the Documentation CD. 5. Configure the memory. See Configuring the Memory in this chapter. 6. Look at the LEDs on the top of the memory board to be sure that the memory is functioning properly. Table 1-8 describes what the LEDs look like for each memory configuration when the DIMMs and memory board are installed and functioning properly. For more information on LEDs, see Memory Board LEDs in this chapter.
Table 1-8: Memory LED States on a Properly Configured Memory Board
LED Advanced ECC (Standard) Memory Memory status DIMM 1-8, if populated Online Spare text Online spare status Mirroring status Green Green Off Off Off Memory Configuration Online Spare Memory Green Green Green Green Off Single-Board Mirrored Memory Green Green Off Off Green
7. If any of the LEDs is illuminated solid amber, indicating a failed DIMM, or blinking amber, indicating improper DIMM configuration, refer to the troubleshooting guide on the Documentation CD for instructions. 8. Close the hot-plug door.

Error Messages

Use error messages to assist you in troubleshooting and performing basic diagnostic functions in your ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 server. The following tables contain new and unique error messages.
NOTE: Error messages are subject to change.

For a complete listing of the most recent error messages and other troubleshooting information, refer to the Servers Troubleshooting Guide provided on your Documentation CD or online at the HP website:
For more information about the DIMM installation guidelines discussed in this appendix, see Chapter 1, Memory.
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Table 2-1: POST Error Messages
Error Code 207 - Invalid Memory Configuration - DIMM X unsupported. Only Registered DDR DIMMs are Supported. 207 - Invalid Memory Configuration - DIMM X unsupported. Insufficient Timings on DIMM. 207 - Invalid Memory Configuration - Mismatched DIMMs within DIMM Bank. Memory in Bank X Not Utilized. 209 - Online Spare Memory Configuration - Bank D is invalid. 209 - Online Spare Memory Configuration - No valid banks for online spare. 209 - Mirror Memory Configuration - Single-Board Mirror DIMMs do not match. Audible Beeps 1 long, 1 short Probable Source of Problem Unregistered DIMMs Action Install registered PC 1600 ECC DDR SDRAM DIMMs. Install registered PC 1600 ECC DDR SDRAM DIMMs. Install correctly matched DIMMs.

1 long, 1 short

Insufficient DIMM timings
DIMMs within a bank are mismatched or missing. Online spare bank is configured incorrectly.
Be sure that DIMMs in the online spare bank are populated correctly. Install DIMMs in at least bank A. Be sure mirrored banks are populated identically.
1 long, 1 short 1 long, 1 short
Only the online spare bank is populated. Mirrored banks are not populated identically.
Table 2-2: Other POST Messages
POST Message Advanced Memory Protection Mode: Advanced ECC Support Advanced Memory Protection Mode: Online Spare with Advanced ECC Advanced Memory Protection Mode: Single-Board Mirrored Memory with Advanced ECC XX MB System memory and XX MB memory reserved for Online Spare. XX MB System memory and XX MB memory reserved for Single-Board Mirroring Description Advises that the server is configured for advanced ECC memory* Advises that the server is configured for online spare memory*
Advises that the server is configured for mirrored memory*
Advises how much memory is dedicated to system memory and online spare memory Advises how much memory is dedicated to system memory and single-board mirrored memory
*If the memory board or DIMMs are configured incorrectly for the selected memory mode, the system defaults to advanced ECC memory.
removing 1-19 testing 1-16 type 1-11 Documentation CD viii documentation, memory-related 1-2

access panel labels viii, 1-2 advanced ECC memory See standard memory Advanced Memory Protection See also memory online spare memory 1-12 single-board mirrored memory 1-14 white paper viii authorized reseller x
ejector levers closing 1-21 lifting 1-18 location 1-8 error messages online spare memory 2-2 POST 2-2 single-board mirrored memory 2-2
banks locations 1-7 mirrored 1-14 online spare 1-5, 1-12 populating 1-5
guide clips, memory board 1-21 guidelines DIMM installation 1-11 memory 1-15 occupational safety and health 1-2 online spare memory 1-13 quick start 1-4 standard memory 1-11
configuring memory in RBSU 1-5, 1-16
DIMM banks See banks DIMM slots, location 1-7 DIMMs See also memory failure notification 1-13, 1-14 installing 1-20 quick start installation guidelines 1-4
HP ROM-Based Setup Utility Users Guide 1-2

Index-1

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HP website ix

icons, memory board 1-10 Insight Manager, DIMM failure notification 1-13, 1-14 installation guidelines online spare memory 1-4, 1-13 single-board mirrored memory 1-4, 1-15 standard memory 1-11 installing DIMMs 1-20 memory board 1-21

jacks, leveling 1-3

labels, access panel viii, 1-2 LEDs locations 1-8 on a properly configured memory board 1-21 online spare memory 1-6, 1-9, 1-22 quick start guidelines 1-6 single-board mirrored memory 1-6, 1-10, 1-22 standard memory 1-6, 1-8, 1-22 leveling jacks 1-3 locking switch disengaging 1-18 engaging 1-21 location 1-7
memory See also DIMMs configuring 1-5, 1-16 online spare 1-12 overview 1-1 quick start guidelines 1-4 single-board mirrored 1-14 standard 1-11 memory board aligning 1-21 ejector levers 1-18, 1-21 guide clips 1-21 icons 1-8, 1-10 installing 1-21 LEDs 1-8 locking switch 1-18, 1-21 parts 1-7 release latches, pressing 1-18 removing 1-17 mirrored memory See single-board mirrored memory
online spare memory DIMM installation guidelines 1-4, 1-5, 1-13 error messages 2-2 features 1-12 LEDs 1-6, 1-9, 1-22 maximum configuration 1-12 option kit documentation viii, 1-2
POST error messages 2-2 poster viii, 1-2
maximum configuration online spare memory 1-12 single-board mirrored memory 1-14 standard memory 1-11
quick start guidelines DIMM installation 1-4 DIMM testing 1-5 LED information 1-6

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memory configuration 1-5
rack stabilization 1-3 RBSU See ROM-Based Setup Utilty (RBSU) release latches location 1-8 pressing 1-18 removing DIMMs 1-19 memory board 1-17 replacing See installing ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU), configuring memory with 1-2, 1-5, 1-16
software, memory-related 1-15 stabilizers 1-3 standard memory DIMM installation guidelines 1-4, 1-5, 1-11 features 1-11 LEDs 1-6, 1-8, 1-22 maximum configuration 1-11 symbols in text vii