read/write errors 36, 37

 

 

 

read/write issue, tape drive

38

 

 

redundant ROM 65, 98, 113

 

 

registering the server 71

 

 

 

Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition II (RILOE II)

50, 58

remote ROM flash 52, 53

 

 

 

remote ROM flash problems

52

 

 

remote support and analysis tools

63

 

required information 139

 

 

 

Resource Paqs 64

 

 

 

resources 69

 

 

 

resources, troubleshooting

69

 

 

restoring 51

 

 

 

RILOE II (Remote Insight Lights-Out Edition II)

50, 58

ROM error 95, 98

 

 

 

ROM legacy USB support 61

 

 

ROM update utility 67

 

 

 

ROM, types 65

 

 

 

ROM, updating 53

 

 

 

ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU)

35, 55

 

ROMPaq Disaster Recovery

53

 

 

ROMPaq utility 58, 64, 66

S

safety considerations 12 SAS drives 16

SATA hard drive 16 SCO 141

scripted installation 55 serial number 57

server blade management module error codes 127

server documentation

69, 70, 71, 72

server features and options 70

server management

70, 71

server setup

70, 76

 

service notifications

15

Service Packs

50

 

short circuits

43

 

Smart Array SCSI Diagnosis feature 62 SmartStart autorun menu 54 SmartStart Scripting Toolkit 55 SmartStart software 70, 71 SmartStart, overview 54

SoftPaqs 64 software 49, 54 software errors 52 software failure 52 software problems 49 software resources 54, 71 software troubleshooting 49, 52

specifications, option

72

 

specifications, server

72

 

start diagnosis flowchart

20

storage enclosure

86, 87

storage, external

70

 

StorageWorks Library and Tape Tools (L&TT) 59

stuck tape 37

 

 

 

Subscriber's Choice

69

 

Sun Solaris 50, 142

 

support 63

 

 

 

 

support packs

54

 

 

 

supported operating systems 64

Survey Utility

62

 

 

 

switches 71

 

 

 

 

symbols in text

14, 72

 

symbols on equipment 12, 72

syntax 53

 

 

 

 

syntax error 53

 

 

 

System Erase Utility

59

 

System Management Homepage 61

system not supported

53

 

system ROM

65

 

 

 

Systems Insight Manager

59

T

tape drives 37

 

tape drives, failure of

37

teardown procedures

72

technical topics 72

 

temperature 99, 109

 

temperature, overtemperature LED 16

testing devices 35

 

third-party devices 35

 

troubleshooting 17, 32

troubleshooting resources 69

U

unknown problem 34 updating the firmware 66, 67 updating the operating system 50

UPS (uninterruptible power supply) 33 USB support 61

utilities 54

utilities, deployment 55, 57

V

video colors 44

video problems 43, 44

Index 151

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ProLight Server specifications

The HP ProLiant server series is designed to deliver exceptional performance, scalability, and reliability for a variety of workloads, making it a popular choice among businesses of all sizes. Known for its robust architecture, the ProLiant series integrates cutting-edge technologies to support critical applications, virtualization, and cloud computing.

One of the defining features of HP ProLiant servers is their advanced management capabilities, facilitated by HP Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) technology. This embedded management tool offers remote access and monitoring capabilities, enabling IT administrators to oversee servers even when they are powered down. iLO provides essential features like firmware lifecycle management, power consumption monitoring, and system health checks, all of which simplify management and enhance uptime.

HP ProLiant servers leverage Intel's latest Xeon processors, which deliver impressive processing power and energy efficiency. The architecture supports multi-core processing, allowing for greater parallelism and improved operational efficiency. Furthermore, the series supports various memory configurations, with options for scalable and high-speed memory that can significantly enhance performance in memory-intensive applications.

Storage is another strength of the HP ProLiant series. The servers provide a range of storage options, including HDDs and SSDs, which enable organizations to configure systems to meet their performance and capacity requirements. HP’s Smart Array technology allows for advanced RAID capabilities, providing added data protection and redundancy, ensuring that critical information remains secure even during hardware failures.

HP ProLiant servers also focus on security, featuring built-in security technologies to protect against potential threats. Technologies such as silicon root of trust, secure boot, and firmware validation help safeguard server integrity from the ground up.

Scalability is essential for growing businesses, and the ProLiant series is designed to accommodate increasing workloads efficiently. Its modular architecture allows for seamless upgrades, ensuring that organizations can expand their infrastructure as needed without extensive downtime or resource expenditure.

In conclusion, the HP ProLiant server series blends performance, management, security, and scalability, making it a reliable choice for enterprise IT environments. With its robust features, advanced technologies, and focus on security and manageability, HP ProLiant servers provide businesses with the capability to meet their evolving IT demands effectively.