2.3 Check I/O Cable Length
As a prerequisite for this I/O upgrade, you were required to purchase one
cable for each I/O riser in your I/O drawer. Each cable attaches the I/O riser to
its associated CPU drawer. Verify that you have sufficient cables of the
correct length.
Table 2–2 summarizes the I/O cables that are used in different hp AlphaServer systems. The
I/O cable(s) you need for your upgrade depends on the distance between the I/O drawer and
its corresponding CPU drawer
. Determine the proper I/O cable length(s) and have the
cable(s) available for installation to proceed with this upgrade.
Table 2–2 I/O Cable Lengths and Part Numbers
For hp AlphaServer Length Order Number Part Number
ES47 or ES80 3.5m 3X-BNPCB-02 17-05036-02
GS1280 6.0m 3X-BNPSA-06 17-05040-01
4.5m 3X-BNPSA-05 17-05040-02
3.3m 3X-BNPSA-04 17-05040-03
2-4 hp AlphaServer ES47/ES80/GS1280 I/O Drawer Upgrade