HP Carrier-Grade rx2800 i2 Server DC User Manual

4. Locate the device you want to boot from.
a. For DVD, locate the device:
i. To list all device names from the UEFI Shell prompt, use the map command.
ii. From the list generated by the map command, locate the device name (in this example,
fs6).
fs2:\> map
Device mapping table
fs6 :Removable CDRom - Alias cd66d0a blk6
PcieRoot(0x30304352)/Pci(0x1D,0x7)/USB(0x3,0x0)/CDROM(0x0)
NOTE: Your DVD drive might not be named fs6. Make sure you verify the ID
appropriate to your DVD device.
iii. At the UEFI shell prompt, specify the device name for the DVD-ROM.
iv. Enter the appropriate UEFI install command, as in the following example:
HP-UX
Shell> fs6:
fs6:\> install
OpenVMS
Shell> fs0:
fs0:\> cd efi\boot
fs0:\efi\boot> bootia64
b. For tape, locate the device:
• To boot from tape once you are at the UEFI shell:
Shell> tapeboot select
01
PcieRoot(0x30304352)/Pci(0x8,0x0)/Pci(0x0,0x0)/SAS(0x50060B00007F6FFC,0x0,0x1,NoTopology,0,0,0,0x0)
Select Desired Tape: 01 <<input 01
• If the correct media is installed, it will boot from tape when you enter the index
number.
• If there is no media in the SAS tape drive and you select 1, the following message
appears:
tapeboot: Could not load tapeboot image
The operating system starts loading onto the server.
5. To complete the OS installation, follow the on-screen instructions.
6. Once the installation has completed, review the “Configuring system boot options” (page 34).
NOTE: For OpenVMS installation, see the VMS84I_UPDATE-V0500.RELEASE_NOTES
document available on the HPSC at http://www.hp.com/go/hpsc.
Installing the operating system using HP Ignite-UX
Ignite-UX is an HP-UX administration toolset that enables:
• Simultaneous installation of HP-UX on multiple clients
• The creation and use of custom installations
• The creation of recovery media
• The remote recovery of clients
To install the OS onto the server using Ignite-UX, see the HP website www.hp.com/go/ignite-ux.
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HP Carrier-Grade rx2800 i2 Server DC Specifications

General

Form Factor	2U Rack
Product Type	Carrier-grade server
Memory Type	DDR3
Hard Drive Interface	SAS
Storage	Up to 8x 2.5-inch SAS HDDs/SSDs
Power Supply	Redundant Power Supplies
Operating System	HP-UX
Operating System Support	HP-UX
Processor	Intel Itanium Processor 9300 series
Memory	Up to 384 GB (24 DIMM slots)

Summary

Overview

Controls and Ports

Site Preparation

Installing the Server

Connecting the Cables

Safety Information

Preventing Electrostatic Discharge

Explains precautions to prevent damage from static electricity.

Powering On and Powering Off the Server

Powering On the Server

Describes methods for powering the server on.

Powering Off the Server

Details procedures for powering the server off.

Accessing UEFI or the OS from iLO MP

Operating System Procedures

Installing the Operating System onto the Server

Guides through installing the operating system on the server.

Configuring System Boot Options

Optional Components

Installing a Hot-Pluggable SAS Hard Drive

Installing a Hot-Swappable Power Supply

Installing DIMMs

Installing a Processor

Details the process of installing a server processor.

Installing a Processor and Heat Sink Module

Procedure for installing a processor with its heat sink module.

Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting Methodology

Presents a preferred methodology for troubleshooting server issues.

Recommended Troubleshooting Methodology

Provides a step-by-step recommended troubleshooting approach.

Troubleshooting Tools

Lists and describes tools used for server troubleshooting.

LEDs

Front Panel LEDs

System Health LED

Rear Panel LEDs

Errors and Reading Error Logs

Event Log Definitions

Using Event Logs

Provides instructions on how to consult and use event logs.

Installation Troubleshooting

Installation Troubleshooting Methodology

Outlines the methodology for troubleshooting installation issues.

Installation Troubleshooting Using the Server Power Button

Explains how to use the server power button for troubleshooting.

Server Does Not Power On

Addresses issues where the server does not power on.

Troubleshooting the Processor and Memory

Troubleshooting the Server Processor

Details troubleshooting steps for server processors.

Troubleshooting the Server Memory

Troubleshooting the Power Subsystem

Troubleshooting the I/O

I/O Subsystem Behaviors

Troubleshooting the Firmware

Identifying and Troubleshooting Firmware Issues

Guides on identifying and troubleshooting firmware problems.

Updating Firmware

Removal and Replacement Procedures

Safety Considerations

Highlights safety precautions before performing procedures.

Preparation Procedures

Powering Off the Server

Describes how to safely power off the server.

Removing the Server from the Rack

Removing and Replacing a Hot-Plug SAS Hard Drive

Removing and Replacing a Hot-Swap Power Supply

Removing and Replacing a Hot-Swap Fan

Removing and Replacing a Processor and Heat Sink Module

Removing and Replacing DIMMs

Removing and Replacing the System Board

Procedure for removing and replacing the system board.

Utilities

SAS Disk Setup

Using the ORCA Menu-Driven Interface

UEFI

Overview of the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI).

Using the Boot Maintenance Manager