HP C-CLASS BLADESYSTEM 409513-B21 User instructions

Simplify and make your data center change-ready. The HP 4Gb Virtual Connect Fibre Channel Module for the c-Class

BladeSystem is the simplest, most flexible connection to your SAN fabrics. The HP 4Gb VC-FC Module is a new class of

blade interconnect that simplifies server connections by cleanly separating the server enclosure from SAN, simplifies SAN

fabrics by reducing cables without adding switches to the domain, and allows you to change servers in just minutes, not days.

The HP 4Gb Virtual Connect Fibre Channel Module for c-Class BladeSystem is an innovative, new class of integrated

interconnects from HP.

Figure 1 HP 4Gb Virtual Connect Fibre Channel Module Front Bezel

UID Indicator

Link Status Indicator

Module Health Indicator

Port Activity Indicator

Port Configuration Status Indicator

Ports 1-4 (4Gb Fibre Channel)

What's New

Support for HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure

Models

HP 4Gb Virtual Connect Fibre Channel Module for c-Class BladeSystem

409513-B21

At A Glance

Performance

(4) 4Gb Auto-negotiating Fibre Channel uplinks connected to external SAN switches

(16) 4Gb Auto-negotiating Fibre Channel downlink ports provide maximum HBA performance

HBA Aggregation on uplinks ports using ANSI T11 standards-based N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV) technology

Extremely low latency throughput provides switch-like performance.

Management

Managed with the Virtual Connect Ethernet Module

Does not add to SAN switch domains or require traditional SAN management

Appears as a pass-thru device to the SAN Manager

Virtual server profiles

Ability to pre-configure server I/O connections

Ability to move, add, or change servers on the fly

Once defined, SAN Administrators don't have to be involved in server changes

Options

HP 1/10Gb Virtual Connect Ethernet Module for c-Class BladeSystem

HP 1/10Gb-F Virtual Connect Ethernet Module for c-Class BladeSystem

QuickSpecs

HP 4Gb Virtual Connect Fibre Channel Module for

c-Class BladeSystem

Overview

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(4) Fibre Channel SFP's included with the Virtual Connect Fibre Channel Module

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Compatibility

HP ProLiant Servers

All HP ProLiant BladeSystem c-Class Server Blades with latest ROM updates

Supports all Server NIC's including LOM and Mezzanine card options

Virtual Connect requires the following minimum firmware levels:

BL460c BIOS - System ROM version 2007.05.01 or later

BL480c BIOS-System ROM version 2007.05.01 or later

BL465c BIOS - System ROM version 2007.04.05 or later

BL685c BIOS - System ROM version 2007.04.05 or later

Server Mezzanine Cards:

QLogic QMH2462 4Gb FC HBA QLogic Firmware loaded when driver is loaded. Use QLogic

BIOS version 1.26 (in Multiboot 1.63) or later

HP Emulex LPe 1105-HP 4Gb FC BIOS version 6.00a2 (3.00a4) or later

For the latest additional information on required firmware versions and to download firmware

upgrades, see the HP website

http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystemupdates

ProLiant BL c-Class

Server Blade

Enclosures

The HP BladeSystem c3000 and c7000 Enclosures have been designed up front with the Virtual

Connect Architecture in mind incorporating the HP Onboard Administrator, ILO Management, and

HP Management tools inside the Virtual Connect framework.

Virtual Connect requires the following minimum firmware levels:

Single and redundant Onboard Administrators - (version 2.01 or later)

Supported Configurations

HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure - Rear View

Upper Fan System

Interconnect Bays 7 / 8

Interconnect Bays 1 /2

On Board Administrator

Interconnect Bays 3 / 4

Lower Fan System

Interconnect Bays 5 / 6

Rear Redundant Power Complex

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Supported Products

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HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure - Front View

Device Bays 1 thru 8

Insight Display

Enclosure DVD Drive

Active Onboard Administrator

Standby Onboard Administrator (reserved for Future)

HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure - Rear View

Local KVM interface (reserved for future)

iLO/Onboard Administrator Port

Interconnect Bay 1

iLO/Onboard Administrator Port 2 (reserved for future)

Active Cool Fans

Power Supplies

Interconnect Bay 2

10.

Interconnect Bay 4

Enclosure Up-link and Service Port

11.

Interconnect Bay 3

Enclosure Down-link

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Mezzanines

Port Mapping

Port mapping differs slightly between full height and half height server blades due to the

support for additional Mezzanine cards on the full height version.

HP has simplified the processes of mapping Mezzanine ports to switch ports by providing

intelligent management tools via the Onboard Administrator and HP Insight Manager Software.

The Onboard Administrator Guide, Enclosure Setup and Installation Guide provides detailed

information on port mapping.

c7000 Half Height Server Blade

c7000 Full Height Sever Blade

c3000 Half Height Server Blade

c3000 Full Height Sever Blade

The following are supported configurations for the HP 4Gb Virtual Connect Fibre Channel Module. Please note that other

interconnect options can be installed in the enclosure, but they do not inherit the benefits of Virtual Connect. Switches and

Pass-Thru modules will operate per their default configurations. Any moves, adds, or changes to servers which are connected

to non-Virtual Connect modules will require reconfiguration on the LAN and/or SAN. The Virtual Connect Manager will only

manage Virtual Connect Modules.

The HP 4Gb VC-FC Module requires a Virtual Connect Ethernet Module installed in the system for management and

administration. Version 1.1 or higher firmware is required on the Virtual Connect Ethernet Module in order to configure,

manage, and administer Fibre Channel connections.

HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure

NOTE:

The following tables show a number of typical, supported configurations for an HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure.

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[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] Other/empty

[Bay 5] Other/empty

[Bay 7] Other/empty

[Bay 2] Empty

[Bay 4] Other/empty

[Bay 6] Other/empty

[Bay 8] Other/empty

[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] Other/empty

[Bay 5] Other/empty

[Bay 7] Other/empty

[Bay 2] VC-Enet

[Bay 4] Other/empty

[Bay 6] Other/empty

[Bay 8] Other/empty

[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] VC-Enet

[Bay 5] Other/empty

[Bay 7] Other/empty

[Bay 2] VC-Enet

[Bay 4] VC-Enet

[Bay 6] Other/empty

[Bay 8] Other/empty

[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] Other/empty

[Bay 5] VC-Enet

[Bay 7] Empty

[Bay 2] VC-Enet

[Bay 4] Other/empty

[Bay 6] VC-Enet

[Bay 8] Empty

[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] VC-Enet

[Bay 5] VC-Enet

[Bay 7] Empty

[Bay 2] VC-Enet

[Bay 4] VC-Enet

[Bay 6] VC-Enet

[Bay 8] Empty

[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] VC-FC

[Bay 5] Other/empty

[Bay 7] Other/empty

[Bay 2] Empty

[Bay 4] Empty

[Bay 6] Other/empty

[Bay 8] Other/empty

[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] VC-FC

[Bay 5] Other/empty

[Bay 7] Other/empty

[Bay 2] VC-Enet

[Bay 4] VC-FC

[Bay 6] Other/empty

[Bay 8] Other/empty

[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] VC-Enet

[Bay 5] VC-FC

[Bay 7] Empty

[Bay 2] VC-Enet

[Bay 4] VC-Enet

[Bay 6] VC-FC

[Bay 8] Empty

[Bay 1] VC-Enet*

[Bay 3] VC-Enet

[Bay 5] VC-FC

[Bay 7] VC-FC

[Bay 2] VC-Enet

[Bay 4] VC-Enet

[Bay 6] VC-FC

[Bay 8] VC-FC

* This configuration is only applicable for enclosures with full-height servers.

[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] VC-FC

[Bay 5] VC-Enet

[Bay 7] Empty

[Bay 2] VC-Enet

[Bay 4] VC-FC

[Bay 6] VC-Enet

[Bay 8] Empty

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[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] VC-FC

[Bay 5] VC-Enet

[Bay 7] VC-Enet

[Bay 2] VC-Enet

[Bay 4] VC-FC

[Bay 6] VC-Enet

[Bay 8] VC-Enet

[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] Other/empty

[Bay 5] VC-FC

[Bay 7] Empty

[Bay 2] VC-Enet

[Bay 4] Other/empty

[Bay 6] VC-FC

[Bay 8] Empty

[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] VC-FC

[Bay 5] VC-FC

[Bay 7] Empty

[Bay 2] VC-Enet

[Bay 4] VC-FC

[Bay 6] VC-FC

[Bay 8] Empty

[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] VC-Enet

[Bay 5] VC-Enet

[Bay 7] VC-Enet

[Bay 2] VC-Enet

[Bay 4] VC-Enet

[Bay 6] VC-Enet

[Bay 8] VC-Enet

HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure

NOTE:

The following tables show a number of typical, supported configurations for an HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure.

[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] Empty

[Bay 2] VC-Enet

[Bay 4] Empty

[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] VC-Enet

[Bay 2] VC-Enet

[Bay 4] VC-Enet

[Bay 1] VC-Enet

[Bay 3] VC-FC

[Bay 2] VC-Enet

[Bay 4] VC-FC

Stacking Configuration

Stacking is only supported on Virtual Connect Ethernet Modules. The Virtual Connect Fibre

Channel modules are managed via the Virtual Connect Ethernet Modules. The Virtual Connect

firmware is dynamically mirrored between modules so all configuration data is updated

simultaneously in a stack. Fibre Channel data packets are not transmitted between modules in a

stacked configuration.

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Service and Support

This product is covered by a global limited warranty and supported by HP Services and a

worldwide network of HP Authorized Channel Partners. Hardware diagnostic support and repair is

available for three years from date of purchase. Support for software and initial setup is available

for 90 days from date of purchase. Additional support may be covered under the warranty or

available for an additional fee. Enhancements to warranty services are available through HP Care

Pack services or customized service agreements.

NOTE:

Server Blade Interconnect Limited Warranty includes 1 year Parts, 1 year Labor, 1-year

on-site support. Additional information regarding worldwide limited warranty and technical support

is available at:

http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/platforms/warranty/index.html

HP services provide total care and support expertise with committed response designed to meet

your IT and business needs.

To fully capitalize on your HP BladeSystem servers' capabilities requires a service partner who

thoroughly understands your server technology and systems environment. HP Services, an

industry leader in provision of multi vender support solutions provides a range of support services

designed to meet the varying needs of business. Whether an SMB or large global corporation HP

has a HP BadeSystem server support offer to help you speedily deploy and maximize system

uptime.

Recommended Service

- simplify ProLiant solution implementation, maintenance, and

management.

Support - 3-Year, 24x7, Same Business Day, 4-Hour response coverage

Deployment Service - Installation and Start Up for HP BladeSystem Infrastructure

Enhanced Service

- optimize service level to increase IT performance and availability.

Support - -1-Year HP Proactive BladeSystem Service

Deployment Service - Enhanced Network Installation and Start-up for HP BladeSystem

Switches

Installation & Start-Up service for HP BladeSystem Infrastructure plus HP BladeSystem Enhanced

Network Installation and Start-UP as per the Customer Description and/or Data Sheet. To be

delivered on a scheduled basis 8am-5pm, M-F, excluding HP holidays.

For a complete listing of service offerings and information visit:

http://www.hp.com/services/bladesystemservices

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Class BladeSystem

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Optional Network

Cabling

Hardware

4Gb Optical

Transceivers

(SFPs)

Short Wave

4Gb - 150m

A7446B

Long Wave - 10 km

AE493A

Optical cables

LC-LC for between 2/4Gb and 2/4Gb Fibre Channel devices

2 m LC-LC Multi-Mode Fibre Channel Cable

221692-B21

5 m LC-LC Multi-Mode Fibre Channel Cable

221692-B22

15 m LC-LC Multi-Mode Fibre Channel Cable

221692-B23

30 m LC-LC Multi-Mode Fibre Channel Cable

221692-B26

50 m LC-LC Multi-Mode Fibre Channel Cable

221692-B27

LC-SC for between a 1Gb and 2/4Gb Fibre Channel devices

2 m LC-SC Multi-Mode Fibre Channel Cable

221691-B21

5 m LC-SC Multi-Mode Fibre Channel Cable

221691-B22

15 m LC-SC Multi-Mode Fibre Channel Cable

221691-B23

Service and Support

Offerings

NOTE:

The HP Care Pack service part numbers below for ProLiant BL c-Class

server blades, cover the server blade and all HP branded hardware options

qualified for the server, purchased at the same time or afterwards, internal to the

server.

Hardware Services On-site Service

4-Hour On-site Service, 5-Day x 13-Hour Coverage, 3 Years, Electronic

UE458E

4-Hour On-site Service, 7-Day x 24-Hour Coverage, 3 Years, Electronic

UE459E

6-Hour Call to Repair, On-site Service, 7-Day x 24-Hour Coverage, 3 Years,

Electronic

UE460E

Support Plus 24

Onsite HW support 24x7, 4hr response and Microsoft O/S SW Tech support

offsite, onsite at HP's discretion, 24x7 2hr response time incl. HP holidays,

Electronic

UE473E

NOTE:

HP Care Pack services for the c7000 and c3000 Enclosure cover the

enclosure, power supplies and fans. HP qualified rack options are covered by

these services when installed within the same rack. HP supported c-Class

enclosure devices including pass thru, Ethernet interconnect and virtual connect

modules are also covered by the c7000 and c3000 enclosure Care Pack

services.

NOTE:

SAN/Fabric switches for the HP c-Class BladeSystem are not covered

under the c7000 and c3000 enclosure Care Packs, SAN/Fabric switches carry

separate Care Packs. SAN/Fabric Switch Care Pack service level support should

always be uplifted to match existing storage or server service level.

Hardware Services On-site Service

Next Business Day On-site Service, 5-Day x 9-Hour Coverage, 3 Years,

Electronic

NOTE:

Uplifts the Ethernet devices to the same level of service as the c-class

enclosure

UE477E

4-Hour On-site Service, 5-Day x 13-Hour Coverage, 3 Years, Electronic

UE478E

4-Hour On-site Service, 7-Day x 24-Hour Coverage, 3 Years, Electronic

UE479E

6-Hour Call to Repair, On-site Service, 7-Day x 24-Hour Coverage, 3 Years,

Electronic

UE480E

Installation & Start-up Services

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Related Options

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Hp BladeSystem c-Class Infrastructure Installation and Startup Service,

Electronic

UE602E

HP BladeSystem Enhanced Network Installation and Startup Service, Electronic

UE603E

ProLiant BL c-Class Blade Server Hardware Installation, Electronic

UE493E

ProLiant BL c-Class Enclosure and Server Blade Hardware Installation,

Electronic

UE494E

NOTE:

For more information, customer/resellers can contact

http://www.hp.com/services/bladesystemservices

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