HP 9000 rp7410 product in the IA-64 product line. The HP Integrity rx7620 Server shares the same hardware as the HP 9000 rp7410 with changes to the cell board, CPU modules, core I/O and the PCI-X backplane. The HP Integrity rx7620 Server provides increased performance over its predecessor.
Overview Overview The HP Integrity rx7620 Server is a 10U, 8-socket Symmetric Multi-Processing, rack-mount server that accommodates up to 64 GB of memory, PCI-X I/O, and internal peripherals, including disks and DVD/tape. Its high availability features include N+1 hot-pluggable fans and power, redundant power cords, and hot-pluggable PCI-X cards and internal disks.
Introduction Overview Figure 1-2 HP Integrity rx7620 Server (without front bezel) System Backplane The system backplane comprises the system clock generation logic, the system reset generation logic, DC-to-DC converters, power monitor logic, and two Local Bus Adapter (LBA) link-to-PCI converter ASICs. It also includes connectors for attaching the cell boards, the PCI-X backplane, MP/SCSI Core I/O boards, SCSI cables, bulk power, chassis fans, the front panel display, intrusion switches, and the system scan card.
Introduction Overview Only half of the MP/SCSI Core I/O board set connects to the system backplane. The MP/SCSI boards plug into the backplane, while the LAN/SCSI boards plug into the PCI-X backplane. Figure 1-3 System Backplane Block Diagram System backplane MP Core I/O MP/SCSI PCI-X backplane...
The PCI-X backplane is the primary I/O interface for HP Integrity rx7620 Server systems. It provides sixteen 64-bit, hot-plug PCI/PCI-X slots. Fourteen of the slots have dual ropes connected to the LBA chips. The remaining two slots have a single rope connected to each LBA chip.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx7620 Server Description Detailed HP Integrity rx7620 Server Description Figure 1-5 HP Integrity rx7620 Server 8-Socket Block Diagram Cell Board 0 Cell Board 0 Memory Memory DVD/ Tape CC Link Disk Backplane Bulk Clocks Reset Power...
Figure 1-6 Cell Board The HP Integrity rx7620 Server has a 48V distributed power system and receives the 48V power from the system backplane board. The cell board contains DC-to-DC converters to generate the required voltage rails. The DC-to-DC converters on the cell board do not provide N+1 redundancy.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx7620 Server Description Figure 1-7 shows a simplified view of the memory subsystem. It consists of two independent access paths, each path having its own address bus, control bus, data bus, and DIMMs. In practice, the CC runs the two paths 180 degrees out of phase with respect to each other to facilitate pipelining in the CC.
Socket 2 DIMMs The memory DIMMs used by the HP Integrity rx7620 Server are custom-designed by HP and are identical to those used in the Superdome server. Each DIMM contains SDRAM memory components and is qualified to run at 125MHz. The CPU chip set will not support traditional DRAMs.
Detailed HP Integrity rx7620 Server Description The HP Integrity rx7620 Server supports DIMMs with densities of 64, 128, 256, and 512 Mb for the SDRAM devices. Table 1-3 shows each supported DIMM size, the resulting total system capacity, and the memory component density.
Introduction Detailed HP Integrity rx7620 Server Description A quad seen in Figure 1-9 is a grouping of four DIMMs. Configurations with 8 or 16 DIMM slots loaded are recommended. The DIMM sizes in a quad can be different but the DIMMs in an echelon must be the same size.
Each nPartition must have one root cell and may have both. The HP Integrity rx7620 Server has only two possible nPartition configurations: single or dual. The additional cell that can be part of the nPartition does not require I/O links or MP/SCSI Core I/O cards.
Internal Disk Devices for HP Integrity rx7620 Server In an HP Integrity rx7620 Server, the top internal disk drives connect to cell 1 through the core I/O for cell 1. Both of the bottom disk drives connect to cell 0 through the core I/O for cell 0.
Internal mass storage connections to disks are routed on the mass storage backplane, having connectors and termination circuitry. All disks are hot-pluggable. The HP Integrity rx7620 Server accommodates one internal removable media device. Therefore, only one power connector for a removable media device is required on the mass storage backplane.
Introduction Server Description Server Description Dimensions The dimensions of the HP Integrity rx7620 Server are as follows: • Width: 44.45 cm (17.5 inches), constrained by EIA standard 19 inch racks. • Depth: Defined by cable management constraints to fit into standard 36-inch deep racks (Rittal/Compaq, Rosebowl I): 25.5 inches from front rack column to PCI connector surface...
The bulk power supply section is partitioned by a sealed metallic enclosure located in the bottom of the package. This enclosure houses the N+1 fully redundant BPSs. Figure 1-11 Right-Front View of HP Integrity rx7620 Server PCI-X cards Front panel...
Introduction Server Description Cell boards are accessed from the right side of the chassis behind a removable side cover. Figure 1-12 Left-Rear View of HP Integrity rx7620 Server System backplane MP/SCSI Core I/O Power Connectors Chapter 1...
Unpacking the Server HP shipping containers are designed to protect their contents under normal shipping conditions. After the equipment arrives, carefully inspect each carton for signs of shipping damage. A tilt indicator is installed on each carton shipped. The beads in the indicator will roll to the upper position if the container has been tilted to an angle that could cause equipment damage.
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Unpacking the Server window, under normal conditions, will show four beads present. If a carton has been mishandled or accidentally dropped, the tilt indicator will indicate missing beads. If damage is found, document the damage with photographs and contact the transport carrier immediately. Examine the server cabinet for visible shipping damage.
Unpacking the Server Unpacking a Racked Server Unpacking a Racked Server This section contains information about unpacking the cabinet. WARNING Wear protective glasses while cutting the plastic bands around the shipping container. These bands are under tension. When cut, they can spring back and cause serious eye injury.
Unpacking the Server Unpacking a Racked Server The plastic wrapping material should be cut off rather than pulled off. Pulling the plastic CAUTION covering off represents an ESD hazard. Figure 2-1 Removing the Polystraps and Cardboard Chapter 2...
Unpacking the Server Unpacking a Racked Server 5. Remove the four bolts that hold the ramps to the pallet, and remove the ramps. See Figure 2-2. Figure 2-2 Removing the Shipping Bolts and Plastic Cover Chapter 2...
Unpacking the Server Unpacking a Racked Server 6. Remove the six bolts from the base that attaches the rack to the pallet. See Figure 2-3. Figure 2-3 Preparing to Roll Off the Pallet WARNING Be sure that the leveling feet on the rack are raised before you roll the rack down the ramp and any time you roll the rack on the casters.
Unpacking the Server Unpacking a Racked Server Securing the Cabinet When in position, secure and stabilize the cabinet, using the leveling feet at the corners of the base. Install the anti-tip mechanisms on the bottom front and rear of the rack. Figure 2-4 Securing the Cabinet Chapter 2...
Unpacking the Server Unpacking a Non-Racked Server Unpacking a Non-Racked Server NOTE If this server was delivered with a wheel kit, proceed to Chapter 2, Installing Additional Components. HP recommends the use of a lifter, such as a RONI Company model 17000 SP 400 lifting NOTE device, when moving a non-racked system, shown in Figure 2-5.
Unpacking the Server Unpacking a Non-Racked Server Figure 2-5 RONI Lifter 1. Follow the instructions on the outside of the server packaging to remove the banding and carton top from the server pallet. Figure 2-6 Server with Shipping Box Removed 2.
Unpacking the Server Unpacking a Non-Racked Server 3. Remove the two foam cushions for lift access as shown in Figure 2-7. Figure 2-7 Remove Cushions for Lift Access Remove Cushions Clearance for RonI lift is 28” x 5” 4. Insert the lifter forks under the server. 5.
Unpacking the Server Unpacking a Non-Racked Server 6. Slowly raise the server off the pallet until it clears the pallet cushions. Figure 2-8 Raising a Server Off the Pallet 7. Roll the lifter and server away from the pallet. Do not raise the server any higher than necessary when moving it over to the rack.
Unpacking the Server Unpacking a Non-Racked Server Unpack the server in an ESD safe environment. Observe all ESD safety precautions before CAUTION attempting this procedure. Failure to follow ESD safety precautions could result in damage to the server. 1. Remove both side covers. If present, remove the front panel. 2.
Unpacking the Server Unpacking a Non-Racked Server 4. With one handle in each hand, install the pin end of the panel into the back side of the front rack mount ears on the chassis. Figure 2-10 Inserting the Pins Into the Rack Chapter 2...
Unpacking the Server Unpacking a Non-Racked Server 5. Pull the string plunger out, move the handles apart, and install the shoulder washer end of the panel into the keyway feature. Figure 2-11 Lift Handles Mounted 6. Continue to pull the handles apart until the spring plunger snaps into final position. The spring plunger will drop down into the recess position.
Unpacking the Server Installing Server Into the Rack Installing Server Into the Rack Any server that is to be installed into a rack is shipped with equipment slides. With every set of slides comes an installation guide: Installation Guide, HP J1530B, Rack Installation Kit. Chapter 2...
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Unpacking the Server Installing Server Into the Rack Chapter 2...
Installing Additional Components Wheel Kit Installation Wheel Kit Installation Compare the packing list with the contents of the wheel kit before beginning the installation. Table 3-1 Wheel Kit Packing List Part Number Description Quantity A6753-04013 Wheel Kit consisting of the following components: A6753-04002 Side cover...
Installing Additional Components Wheel Kit Installation 1. Cut and remove the polystrap bands securing the HP server to the pallet. 2. Lift the carton top from the cardboard tray resting on the pallet. 3. Remove the bezel kit carton and the top cushions from the pallet. Figure 3-1 Component Locations Top Cushions...
Installing Additional Components Wheel Kit Installation 4. Unfold bottom cardboard tray. 5. Carefully tilt the server and place one of the foam blocks (A6093-44002) under the left side of the server. Do not remove any other cushions until instructed to do so. Figure 3-2 Left Foam Block Position Foam Block...
Installing Additional Components Wheel Kit Installation 6. Carefully tilt the server and place the other foam block provided in the kit under the right side of the server. Figure 3-3 Right Foam Block Position Foam Block MWK003 3/11/03 Chapter 3...
Installing Additional Components Wheel Kit Installation 7. Remove the cushions from the lower front and rear of the server. Do not disturb the side cushions. Figure 3-4 Foam Block Removal MWK004 3/12/03 8. Locate and identify the caster assemblies. Use the following table to identify the casters. The caster part number is stamped on the caster mounting plate.
Installing Additional Components Wheel Kit Installation 9. Locate and remove one of the four screws from the plastic pouch. Attach the a caster to the server. Figure 3-5 Attaching a Caster to the Server MWK005 3/12/03 10. Attach the remaining casters to the server using the screws supplied in the plastic pouch. 11.
Installing Additional Components Wheel Kit Installation The caster covers are designed to fit on either side of the server. NOTE 16. Insert the slot on the caster cover into the front caster. Secure the cover to the server by tightening the captive screw on the cover at the rear of the server.
PCI-X Card Cage Assembly I/O Cards PCI-X Card Cage Assembly I/O Cards A number of PCI and PCI-X I/O cards are supported in the HP Integrity rx7620 Server. Known cards supported at the release of this manual are shown in Tables 3-3 through 3-6.
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Installing Additional Components PCI-X Card Cage Assembly I/O Cards Table 3-3 HP Integrity rx7620 Server - HP-UX Supported I/O Cards (Continued) Number of Cards Part Card Description Supported Number (B-Bootable) A6869B Obsidian USB/VGA PCI card A7011A PCI X 2 port 1000Base SX...
PCI 2-port 1000Base-T AD144A PCI 1-port 10GbE SR (133Mhz) AD145A PCI 4-port 1000Base-T a. Not supported with AD145A 10 GbE adapter Table 3-6 HP Integrity rx7620 Server - Open VMS Supported I/O Cards Number of Cards Part Card Description Supported Number (B-Bootable)
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Ultra320 SCSI PCI I/O Card Installation HP Integrity rx7620 Servers implement manual release latch (MRL) hardware for use in online add or replacement (OLAR) operations. If an MRL is left open while the server is booting, HP-UX can incorrectly cache PCI slot power status causing OLAR operations to fail. To prevent this situation, ensure all the MRLs are closed before booting the server.
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Installing Additional Components PCI-X Card Cage Assembly I/O Cards • Drivers for the card have already been installed. • There are no drivers associated with the slot. • The green power LED is steady . Should the empty slot be in the state use the olrad command or the pdweb tool to power the slot •...
Installing Additional Components PCI-X Card Cage Assembly I/O Cards The green power LED will start to blink. Figure 3-8PCI I/O Slot Details Manual Release Latch Closed Manual Release Latch Open Attention Button Power LED (Green) Attention LED (Yellow) Step 7. Wait for the green power LED to stop blinking. Step 8.
Installing Additional Components DVD+RW Installation Instructions DVD+RW Installation Instructions The CD/DVD/DAT is located in the front of the chassis. The system power to this component must be removed before attempting to remove or replace it. Follow the procedures below to install the DVD+RW drive. CAUTION Observe all ESD safety precautions before attempting this procedure.
Installing Additional Components DVD+RW Installation Instructions IMPORTANT For the DVD+RW installation, the SCSI cable length must equal 1.5 inches, +/- 0.25 in. The power cable length must equal 3.5 inches, +/- 0.25 in. Figure 3-10 SCSI cable length 1.5" +/- 0.25" Chapter 3...
Installing Additional Components DVD+RW Installation Instructions Figure 3-11 Power cable length 3.5" +/- 0.25" Step 4. Disconnect the three SCSI cables from the Mass Storage Backplane (MSBP). Drape the disconnected cables over to the side of the chassis. If the removable media bay power cable and the corresponding SCSI cable are taped together, separate the cables.
Installing Additional Components DVD+RW Installation Instructions Step 6. Loosen the screw on the hold-down plate to adjust the length of the cable. Figure 3-12 Hold-down plate and screw Plate Screw Hold Down Plate Step 7. Slide the hold-down plate toward the rear of the chassis until the tabs disengage. Do not move the plate further than necessary to disengage the tabs.
Installing Additional Components DVD+RW Installation Instructions Step 16. Connect the SCSI cable to the DVD+RW dive. Ensure that the power cable passes over the top of the SCSI cable. Figure 3-13 SCSI and Power cable routing Step 17. Slide the DVD+RW drive and cable into the removable media drive bay. Push the drive until it is fully seated in the bay.
Cable Connections AC Input Power AC Input Power The server has five line cord configurations: • All four line cords (preferred configuration) • Cords A0 and A1 only • Cords B0 and B1 only • Cords A0 and B0 only •...
Cable Connections AC Input Power If two separate power sources are available, the two power supplies can be plugged into the separate power sources, increasing system reliability should one power source fail. Figure 4-2 Power Source vs. Power Distribution BPS 0 BPS 1 Power Source B Power Source A...
DC Input Power DC Input Power The HP Integrity rx7620 Server has two fast hot-pluggable DC bulk power supplies that provide 2N redundancy. The power configuration is passed to the operating system using the pwrgrd (Power Grid) command. Each of the four selections in the pwrgrd command matches one of the configurations.
DC Input Power Below is an illustration of the input power wiring. Figure 4-3 HP Integrity rx7620 Server - DC Power Input WARNING Voltage is present at various locations within the server whenever a power source is connected. This voltage is present even when the main power switch is in the off position.
These procedures must be performed for each power cord that will be plugged directly into the back of the HP Integrity rx7620 Server. If the expected results from this procedure are not observed during the voltage check, refer to the next section titled “Voltage Check (Additional Procedure).”...
Figure 4-4 Voltage Reference Points for IEC 320 C19 Plug IMPORTANT These measurements must be performed for every power cord that plugs into the HP Integrity rx7620 Server. Step 1. Measure the voltage between L1 and L2. This is considered to be a phase-to-phase measurement in North America.
Step 3. Insert the other probe into the ground pin for A0. Step 4. Verify that the measurement is between 0–5V AC. If the measurement is 5V or greater, escalate the situation. Do not attempt to plug the power cords into the HP Integrity rx7620 Server. Chapter 4...
Cable Connections AC Voltage Check (Additional Procedure) AC Voltage Check (Additional Procedure) The voltage check ensures that all phases (and neutral, for international systems) are connected correctly to the cabinet and that the AC input voltage is within limits. This procedure must be performed if the previous voltage check procedure did not yield the expected results as previously outlined.
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Cable Connections AC Voltage Check (Additional Procedure) Do not set site AC circuit breakers serving the processor cabinets to WARNING before verifying that the cabinet has been wired into the site AC power supply correctly. Failure to do so may result in injury to personnel or damage to equipment when AC power is applied to the cabinet.
MP Core I/O Connections Each HP Integrity rx7620 Server can have up to two MP Core I/O board sets installed. This allows for two partitions to be operating, or allows MP Core I/O redundancy in a single partition configuration. Each MP Core I/O board set consists of two boards: the MP/SCSI board and the LAN/SCSI board.
Setting Up the Customer Engineer Tool (PC) The Customer Engineer (CE) Tool is usually a laptop. It allows communication with the Management Processor (MP) in the HP Integrity rx7620 Server. The MP monitors the activity of either a one partition or a multiple-partition configuration.
The power switch is a DC power switch that controls +48V DC. Before powering up the HP Integrity rx7620 Server for the first time: 1. Verify that the AC voltage at the input source is within specifications for each server being installed.
Cable Connections MP Core I/O Connections On the front of the HP Integrity rx7620 Server, a solid green Standby Power LED, a solid green MP Present LED, and a flashing amber Attention LED will illuminate after about 30 seconds. Figure 4-7 Front Panel Display 2.
Cable Connections MP Core I/O Connections The MP Main Menu is displayed: Figure 4-8 MP Main Menu Configuring LAN Information for the MP To set the MP LAN IP address: 1. At the MP Main Menu prompt (MP>), enter cm. From the MP Command Menu prompt (MP:CM>), enter lc (for LAN configuration).
Cable Connections MP Core I/O Connections Enter lc and press the Return key. The following screen is displayed: Figure 4-9 The lc Command Screen NOTE The value in the “IP address” field has been set at the factory. Obtain the actual LAN IP address from the customer.
Cable Connections MP Core I/O Connections 10. A screen similar to the following is displayed, allowing verification of the settings: Figure 4-10 The ls Command Screen To return to the MP main menu, enter ma. To exit the MP, enter x at the MP main menu. Accessing the Management Processor via a Web Browser Web browser access is an embedded feature of the MP.
Cable Connections MP Core I/O Connections Step 4. Type at the MP:CM> prompt to display and set MP remote access. Figure 4-11 Example sa Command Step 5. Launch a Web browser on the same subnet using the IP address for the MP LAN port. Figure 4-12 Browser Window Zoom In/Out Title Bar...
Cable Connections MP Core I/O Connections Step 7. Select the emulation type you want to use. Step 8. Login to the MP when the login window appears. Access to the MP via a Web browser is now possible. Verifying Presence of the Cell Boards To perform this activity, either connect to the Management Processor (MP) using a console, or connect the CE Tool (laptop) to the RS-232 Local port on the MP.
Cable Connections System Console Selection System Console Selection Each operating system requires that the correct console type be selected from the firmware selection menu. The following section describes how to determine the correct console device. If an operating system is being installed or the system configuration is being changed the system console setting must be checked to ensure it matches the hardware and OS.
Cable Connections System Console Selection d. Choose the correct device for your system and deselect others. See “Interface Differences Between Itanium-based Systems” for details about choosing the appropriate device. e. Select “Save Settings to NVRAM” and then “Exit” to complete the change. A system reset is required for the changes to take effect.
Cable Connections Booting the HP Integrity rx7620 Server Booting the HP Integrity rx7620 Server After powering on the Management Processor (MP), +3.3 V Housekeeping power, and verifying that the MP detects the presence of the cell boards, power up the server.
Cable Connections Booting the HP Integrity rx7620 Server 1. From the MP Main Menu, enter cm. 2. From the MP Command Menu, enter bo. 3. Select the partition to boot. Partitions may be booted in any order. 4. Return to the MP Main menu by entering ma from the MP Command menu 5.
Cable Connections Using the Checklist Using the Checklist The following checklist is an installation aid and should be used only after you have installed several systems using the detailed procedures described in the body of this manual. This checklist is a compilation of the tasks described in this manual, and is organized as follows: PROCEDURES The procedures outlined in this document in order IN-PROCESS...
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Cable Connections Using the Checklist Table 4-2 Factory-Integrated Installation Checklist (Continued) (Continued) PROCEDURE IN-PROCESS COMPLETED Unpack other equipment Remove and dispose of packaging material Move cabinet(s) and equipment to computer room Move cabinets into final position Position cabinets next to each other (approximately 1/2 inch) Adjust leveling feet...
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Cable Connections Using the Checklist Table 4-2 Factory-Integrated Installation Checklist (Continued) (Continued) PROCEDURE IN-PROCESS COMPLETED Select PCI card slot Install PCI card Verify installation Route cables using the cable management arm Install other peripherals (if required) Perform visual inspection and complete installation Set up network services (if required)
Index Bulk Power Supply SP Active ac power Standby Power Good voltage check login name ls (LAN Status) command backplane mass storage MAC address system Management Processor (MP) BPS (Bulk Power Supply) mass storage backplane login name cell board password verifying presence MP (Management Processor) checklist...
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Index verifying system configuration voltage check...