rear panel locations, 41 rear panel UID, 44 system health, 37 UID button, 37

light pipes, 172 load order

disk drive, 60, 189, 190 memory, 68–70, 209 processor, 75, 219

logging in to the iLO 2 MP, 89

M

MAC address, 86 address label, 86

management processor (see iLO 2 MP) (see iLO 2 MP) manual retention latch (see MRL)

mass storage, 34 (see also SAS)

mass storage subsystem (see mass storage) memory

24-DIMM memory carrier assembly block diagram, 31 24-DIMM memory carrier assembly slot IDs, 70, 164,

211

8-DIMM memory carrier assembly block diagram, 30 8-DIMM memory carrier assembly slot IDs, 69, 163,

210

installation conventions, 68, 208 installing, 71, 212 introduction, 29–31

load order, 68–70, 209, 211

load order, 24-DIMM memory carrier assembly, 69, 210

load order, 8-DIMM memory carrier assembly, 68, 209 removing, 206

supported DIMM sizes, 68, 208

supported memory configurations, 29, 68, 209 memory carrier assembly

removing, 204 replacing, 205

memory carrier assembly cover (see cover, memory carrier assembly)

memory carrier assembly, removing and replacing, 65 memory extender board (see memory carrier assembly) midplane board

removing, 253 replacing, 255

midplane riser board (see midplane board) MP, 348

(see also iLO 2 MP)

MPS optimization (see PCIe MPS optimization) mptutil utility, 96

MRL, 199

N

N+1, 31

N+1 capability, 79

O

OLA, 192

procedures for PCI/PCI-X/PCIe cards, 198 OLR, 193

procedures for PCI/PCI-X/PCIe cards, 199 requirement, HP-UX, 193

OLX dividers (see PCI/PCI-X//PCIe card dividers) Online Addition (see OLA)

Online Replacement (see OLR) operating system

auto boot setting, 124

booting and shutting down HP-UX, 124 booting and shutting down Linux, 135 booting and shutting down OpenVMS, 129 booting and shutting down Windows, 132 boots or does not boot, 119

configuring boot options, 123 reinstallation, 261 updating, 264

orca utility, 116

OS reinstallation, 262

P

PAL, 35 parts list, 258 password, default, 89 PC command, 94, 95

PCI card (see PCI/PCI-X/PCIe cards) PCI-X card (see PCI/PCI-X/PCIe cards) PCI/PCI-X/PCIe card divider

locations, 193 removing, 191 replacing, 192

PCI/PCI-X/PCIe cards attention LED, 44

card divider locations, 62, 193 configurations, 62, 192, 194 divider locations, 62

EFI device path, 196, 197 HP-UX device path, 196, 197 I/O paths, 196, 197 locator LED, 44

offline installation, 64, 193, 201 offline removal, 193, 201 OLA, 192

OLR, 193

online addition, 198 online replacement, 199 removing, 192 replacing, 192

shared slots, bus mode compatibility, 64, 198

shared slots, common configuration scenarios, 63, 197 shared slots, frequency compatibility, 64, 198 shared slots, restrictions, 63, 197

slot IDs, 62, 193

PCIe card (see PCI/PCI-X/PCIe cards) PCIe MPS optimization, 28–29

enabling, 28

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INTEGRITY RX3600 specifications

The HP Integrity RX3600 is a high-performance server designed to address the demanding needs of enterprises that require robust computing capabilities, reliability, and scalability. Part of the HP Integrity server family, the RX3600 is built on the Itanium architecture, which is known for its exceptional processing power and advanced features that support mission-critical applications.

One of the main features of the RX3600 is its capability to handle multiple workloads with ease. The server supports up to 64 GB of RAM, allowing for efficient multitasking and enhanced performance in data-intensive environments. Its modular design also enables organizations to scale up their systems by adding additional memory or processors as needed, making it a flexible choice for growing businesses.

The RX3600 is equipped with HP's Integrity Virtual Machines (VMs), which provide virtualization capabilities that allow businesses to run multiple operating systems and applications on a single physical server. This not only maximizes resource utilization but also simplifies management by reducing the number of physical servers required in the data center.

Another significant characteristic of the RX3600 is its advanced reliability features. The server is designed with fault-tolerant components, including redundant power supplies and cooling systems. This ensures that the server remains operational even in the event of hardware failures. Additionally, HP's Error Correction Code (ECC) memory helps detect and correct data corruption, further enhancing the system's reliability.

For security, the HP Integrity RX3600 includes built-in features such as Secure Boot, which ensures that the server boots using only trusted firmware and software. This protects against unauthorized changes and vulnerabilities that could compromise data integrity.

In terms of connectivity, the RX3600 offers multiple I/O options, including advanced networking capabilities that support high-speed data transfer and improved bandwidth. This is critical for organizations that rely on data-intensive applications and need to maintain seamless connectivity.

Furthermore, the server supports a range of operating systems, including HP-UX and Linux, making it adaptable to various enterprise environments. Its robust performance, reliability, and scalability make the HP Integrity RX3600 an ideal choice for businesses looking to optimize their IT infrastructure and support their critical workloads with confidence.
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