1.This port is used for the connection to the Administration Switch (branch or root). On the rear of the node, this port is marked with the number 1 (NIC1).
2.If a Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) interconnect is configured, this port is used for the interconnect connection. Otherwise, it is used for an external connection. On the rear of the node, this port is marked with the number 2 (NIC2).
3.The port labeled LO100i is used for the connection to the Console Switch.
Figure 4-13 shows a rear view of the HP ProLiant DL145 G3 server and the appropriate port assignments for an HP XC system.
Figure 4-13 HP ProLiant DL145 G3 Server Rear View
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The callouts in the figure enumerate the following:
1.This port is used for the connection to the Administration Switch (branch or root). On the rear of the node, this port is marked as NIC1.
2.If a Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) interconnect is configured, this port is used for the interconnect connection. Otherwise, it is used for an external connection. On the rear of the node, this port is marked as NIC2.
3.The port labeled LO100i is used for the connection to the Console Switch.
Setup Procedure
Perform the following procedure for each HP ProLiant DL145 G2 and DL145 G3 node in the HP XC system. Change only the values that are described in this procedure; do not change any
1.Use the instructions in the accompanying hardware documentation to connect a monitor, mouse, and keyboard to the node.
2.Turn on power to the node. Watch the screen carefully during the
The BIOS Setup Utility displays the following information about the node:
BIOS ROM ID: BIOS Version: BIOS Build Date:
Record this information for future reference.
3.Make the following BIOS settings for each node depending on hardware model:
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Table 4-22 BIOS Settings for HP ProLiant DL145 G2 Nodes
Menu Name | Submenu Name | Option Name | Set to This Value |
Main | Boot Options | Numlock | Off |
Advanced |
| MCFG Table | Disabled |
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| NIC Option | Dedicated NIC |
