Compaq ML530 - ProLiant - 128 MB RAM Installation guide
Compaq Proliant ML530
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Compaq ProLiant ML530 Server Overview
Description
The ProLiant ML530 server is built on the strength of the ProLiant family of
servers. In addition to the new 1GHz processor, the ProLiant ML530 server has a
completely redesigned 7U chassis for maximum system expansion and
serviceability. The increased available system memory and internal mass storage
provide maximum expansion room. Redundancy and hot-plug features ensure
uninterrupted productivity and availability from the server.
New Models
The following table provides the part numbers and configuration codes for the
updated ProLiant ML530:
Table 1: Part Numbers and Configuration Codes
Server Model Part Number Configuration Code
ML530T01-X1000-256 161152-xx1 FPW1
ML530R01-X1000-256K 161153-xx1 FPX1
New Features
Key features for the new models of the ProLiant ML530 server include:
n1-GHz Intel PIII Processor with 133-MHz, 256-KB cache, front-side bus
(FSB)
nEight DIMM sockets that support memory up to 4 GB using 512-MB
DIMMs
nEight PCI Slots:
•Two 64-bit, 66-MHz
•Five 64-bit, 33-MHz
•One 32-bit, 33-MHz
n450-watt hot-pluggable power supply with optional hot-pluggable redundant
power supply (2 + 1 redundancy)
nTool-free design for easy access to drives and other internal components
nMass internal storage of 436.8 GB (with optional second drive cage installed)
nNew chassis design with a pull-out drawer for ease of service—drawer
dimensions: 20 x 12.8 x 26.5 inches (50.8 x 32.5 x 67.3 centimeters)
nUp to 16 drive bays (12 hot-pluggable hard drive bays, CD-ROM drive,
diskette drive, and two removable media bays)
nCompaq Insight Manager, SmartStart, Integrated Remote Console (IRC), and
Automatic Server Recovery-2 (ASR-2)
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nHigh-speed IDE CD-ROM drive
Switch Settings
Table 2 lists the new SW1 settings for the 1.0GHz processor.
Table 2: SW1 Switch Settings
Positions
Switch
Number S2 S3 S4 S5
SW1 OFF ON OFF OFF
Options
Table 3 describes the option kit required to upgrade existing models of the ML530:
Table 3: Upgrade Options
Description Model Part Number
Processor Option Kit Pentium III Xeon 1.0GHz 256k 128283-B21
Table 4 lists the new options supported by all models of the ProLiant ML530:
Table 4: New Options
Description Part Number
Smart Array 5302/32 Controller 166207-B21
Smart Array 5302/64 Controller 124992-B21
Smart Array 5304/128 Controller 158939-B21
New Spares
Table 5 lists the new spare parts used in the ProLiant ML530:
Table 5: Spare Part Numbers
Description Part Number
Chassis,7U,rack-mountmodel 159316-001
Chassis,7U,towermodel 159315-001
Drivecagewith backplane board,6-bay 159313-001
Power cable kit 159319-001
Power supply backplane board, 3-bay 159314-001
Power switch with cable 161659-001
Signal cable kit 159320-001
System board with tray and cage 159301-001
OS Software Supported
For a complete and up-to-date listing of supported OSs and versions, visit the
Compaq OS Support Matrix FTP site:
ftp.compaq.com/pub/products/servers/os-support-matrix-310.pdf
OS Drivers
For an up-to-date listing of the latest drivers available for the new 1-GHz models
of the ProLiant ML530, visit the Compaq website:
www.compaq.com/support/files/server/us/index.html
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New Versions of Required Utilities
SmartStart 4.9
SmartStart 4.9 Assisted OpenServer Install
Starting from SS4.9, the SmartStart assisted OpenServer install has been changed.
In order to install OpenServer, the user has to input boot strings to specify which
driver should be loaded for the primary controller. Without the right boot string,
OpenServer may not be able to detect the root disk.
Following are the boot strings for different controllers:
nAdaptec controllers:(Poseidon and Arsalan)
defbootstr link=ad160 hd=Sdsk Srom=wd(0,0,0).
nMaxwell controller: (Smart Array 5300)
defbootstr link=ciss hd=Sdsk Srom=wd(0,0,0).
nIDA controllers:(Smart 2/E, Smart 2/P, Smart 2/DH, Smart 2/SL, Smart
Array 221, 3200, 3250ES)
defbootstr disable =ida link=ida hd=ida0 Srom=wd(0,0,0).
nROC controllers (Embedded ROC, Smart Array 4200, 4250ES and Smart
Array 431)
defbootstr link=clad hd=Sdsk Srom=wd(0,0,0).
nCompaq SymBios SCSI Controllers(825, 875, 876, 895, 896 and non
intelligent ROC):
defbootstr link=cha hd=Sdsk Srom=wd(0,0,0).
SmartStart 4.9 Assisted Install Procedure for SCO OpenServer 5
1. Boot machine and insert the SmartStart 4.9 or later.
2. Follow the install procedure.
3. Create BTLD diskette during SS Interview process.
4. Remove floppy disk and CDROM when the system requests this action.
5. Insert SCO 5.05 CD when system requests this action.
6. The system reboots.
7. At the SCO5 boot prompt, enter the necessary boot string based on the boot
controller.
8. Insert the BTLD diskette when prompted and continue with the installation.
9. During hard disk setup, select Interactive fdiskoption to preserve the system
partition created by SmartStart.
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New Installation/Repair Procedures
None
Service Considerations
None
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