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Refer to the HP ProLiant DL170h G6 Server Easy Set-up CD for
additional information and updates not provided in this
installation sheet. You can also access additional information and
documentation from the HP website at
http://www.hp.com/
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either by connecting directly or through the Easy Set-up CD.
Server Configuration Overview
The steps listed below give an overview of the necessary setup
procedures for preparing the HP ProLiant DL170h Generation 6 Server
for operation:
1
Connect the AC power cord and peripheral devices.
2
Power up the server.
3
Press “F10” to enter BIOS setup.
4
Note the server BIOS version.
5
Verify the server BIOS version against the latest BIOS version
listed for this server on the HP website: http://www.hp.com.
6
If you do not have the latest BIOS, update the BIOS now. Refer to
the ProLiant DL170h G6 Server Maintenance and Service Guide
available on the HP website: http://www.hp.com.
7
Install a supported operating system of your choice. For detailed
procedures, refer to the documentation provided by the operating
system vendor. For a list of operating systems supported by your
ProLiant server, go to
http://www.hp.com/go/supportos
.
Pre- and post-installation
procedures
When installing additional options in your HP ProLiant DL170h G6
Server, observe the following procedures:
Pre-installation procedures
1
Turn off the server and all the peripherals connected to it.
2
Disconnect the AC power cord(s) from the power supply connector
located on the server rear panel to reduce the risk of electrical shock.
3
If server is installed in a rack, remove server and place it on a flat
surface.
4
Remove the top cover by following the procedure described later in
the “Opening the Chassis” section.
Post-installation procedures
1
Be sure all components are installed according to the described
step-by-step instructions.
2
Check to make sure you have not left loose tools or parts inside the
server.
3
Reinstall the PCI cage, air baffle, peripherals, and system cables that
you have removed.
4
Reinstall the top cover.
5
Reinstall server into rack.
6
Connect all external cables and the AC power cord to the system.
7
Press the power button on the front panel to turn on the server.
Opening the Chassis
You need to remove the top cover before you can remove or replace a
server component.
To remove the top cover:
1
Turn the screw to the side with the unlock sign with the T-10- wrench
provided. (Step 1 in Figure 5)
2
Pull the plastic button up. (Step 2 in Figure 5)
3
Slide the cover approximately 1.25 cm (0.5 in) toward the rear of the
unit and then lift the cover to detach it from the chassis. (Step 3 in
Figure 5)
4
Lift the top cover away from the chassis. (Step 4 in Figure 5)
Figure 5
Removing the top cover
Installing a Hard Drive
The drive bays on the front panel can accommodate up to 16 SFF hard
drives or 8 LFF hard drives, depending on the selected drive cage
option. The server supports both SAS and SATA hard drives.
CAUTION:
Drives can be damaged by static electricity. Before
handling drives, touch an unpainted metal surface to discharge
static electricity.
To install a hard drive in the chassis.
1
Remove the hard drive blank from the front of system if installed.
2
Push the hard drive assembly into the drive bay until it stops (Step 1 in
Figure 6)
3
Press the HDD carrier latch inward until it clicks. (Step 2 in Figure 6)
Figure 6
Installing the hard drive assembly