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RH2288H V3 Server
V100R003
User Guide
Issue
46
Date
2022-12-28
HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.

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  • Page 1 RH2288H V3 Server V100R003 User Guide Issue Date 2022-12-28 HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
  • Page 2 Notice The purchased products, services and features are stipulated by the contract made between Huawei and the customer. All or part of the products, services and features described in this document may not be within the purchase scope or the usage scope. Unless otherwise specified in the contract, all statements, information, and recommendations in this document are provided "AS IS"...

  • Page 3: About This Document

    About This Document About This Document Purpose This document describes the RH2288H V3 in terms of its appearance, functions, structure, installation and removal procedures, basic configuration, OS installation methods, parts replacement, and troubleshooting. Read this document before operating the RH2288H V3.
  • Page 4 2.12 Physical and Environmental Specifications. 2021-05-26 Updated environment specifications. For details, see 2.12 Physical and Environmental Specifications. 2021-03-30 This issue is the fortieth official release. 2020-01-27 Modified 9.9 Erasing Storage Media Data. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 5 Installing an SD Card Board. 2018-05-29 Changed LOM and NIC to flexible NIC. 2018-05-10 Modified fan module removal and installation procedures. For details, see 7.15 Removing a Fan Module 7.16 Installing a Fan Module. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 6 For details, see Physical Structure. 2017-09-26 Changed optional chip types. For details, 2.7 Internal Cabling. 2017-08-23 Changed network port link indicator numbers on the front panel. For details, Appearance. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 7 2.5-inch, or 25 x 2.5-inch drives. For details, see Appearance. 2016-07-30 ● Added security description. For details, 1 Safety Instructions. ● Added the description of the Software and Configuration Utility. For details, 6 Software and Configuration Utility. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 8 Front Bezel. ● Added internal cabling. For details, see 2.7 Internal Cabling. 2015-06-10 Added the procedure for removing the RH2288H V3 installed on the holding rails. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis Cover. 2015-03-27 Added product specifications. For details, 2.11 Product...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    2.9 RAS Features................................... 65 2.10 Software and Hardware Compatibility........................67 2.11 Technical Specifications..............................68 2.12 Physical and Environmental Specifications........................75 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3..............80 3.1 Installation Overview................................80 3.2 Installation Environment..............................81 3.2.1 Space and Airflow Requirements..........................81 3.2.2 Temperature and Humidity Requirements.......................
  • Page 10 4.2 Powering Off the Server..............................118 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3...................121 5.1 Default Information................................121 5.2 Configuration Process............................... 122 5.3 Checking the RH2288H V3.............................. 123 5.4 Configuring RAID................................127 5.5 Configuring the BIOS................................ 129 5.6 Changing an iBMC User Password..........................136 5.7 Setting the Management Network Port IP Address....................
  • Page 11 7.38 Installing a Supercapacitor (PCIe RAID Controller Card)................... 215 7.39 Removing a CPU................................218 7.40 Installing a CPU................................221 7.41 Removing a DIMM................................226 7.42 Installing a DIMM................................227 7.43 Removing a Mainboard..............................230 Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 12 9.8 Querying the Mapping Between NVMe Drive Letters, Slot IDs, and Bus IDs in Linux.......317 9.9 Erasing Storage Media Data............................318 10 More Information......................324 10.1 Obtaining Help................................. 324 10.1.1 Preparing to Contact Huawei Technical Support....................324 10.1.2 Obtaining Technical Support............................ 325 10.2 Product Information................................ 326 Issue 46 (2022-12-28)
  • Page 13 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide Contents 10.3 Product Configuration Resources..........................326 10.4 Maintenance Tools................................327 11 Appendix..........................329 11.1 Glossary....................................329 11.2 Acronyms and Abbreviations............................330 11.3 Sensor List..................................333 Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 14: Safety Instructions

    Personal Safety Observe the following rules for personal safety: ● Ensure that only personnel authorized by Huawei install hardware. ● In case of any problems that may cause injury to personnel or damage to devices, immediately stop operations and report the problems to a project supervisor and take corrective measures.
  • Page 15 Fasten the buckle and ensure that the ESD wrist strap is in good contact with your skin. Insert the ground terminal of the ESD wrist strap into the jack on the grounded cabinet or chassis. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 16 Use genuine Huawei components listed in Computing Product Compatibility Checker. ● Only maintenance engineers authorized by Huawei are allowed to expand capacity. Avoid physical damage caused by electrostatic discharge, collision, and scratches. ● Before expanding capacity, back up data and isolate the equipment from the network to prevent data loss, service interruption, and network loops.
  • Page 17 National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health 23/50.72 (NIOSH) Health and Safety Executive (HSE) 25/55.13 General Administration of Quality Supervision, ● Male: 15/33.01 Inspection and Quarantine of the People's Republic of ● Female: 10/22.05 China (AQSIQ) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 18: Overview

    2.12 Physical and Environmental Specifications 2.1 Introduction The RH2288H V3 (marked as H22H-03 on the nameplate) is a 2U dual-socket rack server launched by Huawei to meet customer requirements for the Internet, Internet data center (IDC), cloud computing, enterprise market applications, and telecom service applications.
  • Page 19 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 2 Overview Table 2-1 RH2288H V3 configurations Configura Maximum Number of Front Drives Maximu Maximu Support tion for PCH Total Maximum Maximum Number Number Configur Number Number of Rear of RAID ation of NVMe Commo...
  • Page 20 SATAs only, an optional SoftRAID license, and SoftRAID 0, 1, and 5. The server with SoftRAID configuration does not support installation of a virtualization OS. If you have any doubts about the drive configuration, contact your local Huawei sales representatives.

  • Page 21: Appearance

    Figure 2-1 RH2288H V3 with 12 drives 2.2 Appearance Front Panel Figure 2-2 shows the front panel of an RH2288H V3 with eight 2.5-inch drives. Figure 2-2 Front panel of an RH2288H V3 with eight 2.5-inch drives Fault diagnosis LED Health status indicator...
  • Page 22 (numbered 1 to 4 from top to bottom) Drive activity indicator Figure 2-3 shows the front panel of an RH2288H V3 with eight 3.5-inch drives. Figure 2-3 Front panel of an RH2288H V3 with eight 3.5-inch drives Fault diagnosis LED Health status indicator...
  • Page 23 Figure 2-5 shows the front panel of an RH2288H V3 with twelve 3.5-inch drives, including four NVMe PCIe SSDs. Figure 2-5 Front panel of an RH2288H V3 with twelve 3.5-inch drives, including four NVMe PCIe SSDs Fault diagnosis LED Health status indicator...
  • Page 24 RH2288H V3 with twelve 3.5-inch drives, including eight to twelve NVMe PCIe SSDs. Figure 2-6 Front panel of an RH2288H V3 with twelve 3.5-inch drives, including eight to twelve NVMe PCIe SSDs Fault diagnosis LED...
  • Page 25 Drive fault indicator Drive activity indicator Figure 2-8 shows the front panel of an RH2288H V3 with twenty-five 2.5-inch drives. Figure 2-8 Front panel of an RH2288H V3 with twenty-five 2.5-inch drives Fault diagnosis LED Health status indicator UID button/indicator Power button/indicator...
  • Page 26 If item 4 is equipped with two drives, the drives are numbered A1 and B1 from top to bottom. FlexIO Cards The RH2288H V3 supports the following models of FlexIO cards: Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 27 SM252: provides one 56G IB optical port. ● SM251: provides two 56G IB optical ports. NO TE For details about the FlexIO cards supported by the RH2288H V3, use Computing Product Compatibility Checker. The following figures show FlexIO card ports and indicators.
  • Page 28 Figure 2-15 SM251 ports and indicators Connection status indicator Data transmission status indicator PCIe Slot Layout Figure 2-16 shows the PCIe slot layout of the RH2288H V3. Figure 2-16 PCIe slot layout Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 29 If I/O module 2 provides two PCIe slots, slot 8 is unavailable. Table 2-2 describes the mapping between PCIe devices and CPUs, and the PCIe specifications of the RH2288H V3. NO TE The PCIe devices mapping to a vacant CPU socket are unavailable.
  • Page 30 ● 2-slot ● 2-slot 80/03 84/00/0 Full-height PCIe riser PCIe full-length module: riser module: ● 3-slot PCIe riser ● 3-slot module: PCIe riser module: 80/03 85/00/0 Full-height half-length 00/01 01/00/0 Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 31 Computing Product Compatibility Checker. For details about other PCIe cards, contact the local Huawei sales personnel. Note 6: The table lists the default values of B/D/F. If PCIes are not in full configuration or a PCIe card with a PCI bridge is configured, the values of B/D/F may differ.

  • Page 32: Ports

    A 3-slot PCIe riser module does not support any GPU. Equipment Serial Number An Equipment Serial Number (ESN) is a string that uniquely identifies a server. An ESN is required when you apply for technical support from Huawei. Figure 2-17 shows the ESN format by using the example 2102310QPD10F3001263.

  • Page 33: Indicators And Buttons

    FlexIO card configured. 2.4 Indicators and Buttons Front Panel You can observe the indicators to determine the status of the RH2288H V3. Table 2-5 describes the indicators and buttons on the RH2288H V3 front panel. Issue 46 (2022-12-28)
  • Page 34 ● Steady green: The server is operating indicator properly. ● Blinking red at 1 Hz: A major alarm is generated. ● Blinking red at 5 Hz: A critical alarm is generated Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 35 If the FlexIO card provides two network ports, they correspond to network port indicators 1 and 2 on the front panel. Table 2-6 describes the NVMe PCIe SSD indicators on the RH2288H V3 front panel. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 36 Steady green or Steady yellow The NVMe PCIe SSD is faulty. Rear Panel Table 2-7 describes the indicators on the RH2288H V3 rear panel. Table 2-7 Indicators on the rear panel Indicator State Management Data ●...
  • Page 37 V2 and V3 Server RAID Controller Card User Guide Table 2-8 describes the indicators of LANs on motherboard (FlexIO cards) on the RH2288H V3 rear panel. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 38 Blinkin Data is 2.293 ports being transm itted on the netwo Link Green netwo connec tion. Steady netwo connec tion is norma Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 39 Blinkin Data is 2.293 ports being transm itted on the netwo Link Green netwo connec tion. Steady netwo connec tion is norma Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 40 Link Green netwo connec tion. Steady netwo Blinkin 2.0 Hz connec tion is norma SM233 X540 Link Green Steady High FlexIO Speed speed card with Gbit/s) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 41 Link/ Green Blinkin Data is 2.5 Hz 2.0 Hz Active being transm itted on the netwo Steady data is transm itted on the netwo netwo connec tion. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 42 Blinkin SM252 netwo FlexIO card connec with tion is abnor 56G IB mal. optical port netwo connec tion. Link Yellow Steady data is transm itted on the netwo Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 43: Physical Structure

    Netw Blinkin Data is being transm itted on the netwo netwo connec tion. 2.5 Physical Structure Figure 2-18 shows the components of an RH2288H V3 with 12 drives. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 44 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 2 Overview Figure 2-18 RH2288H V3 components I/O module 1 PCIe card on a riser card PCIe card on the I/O module 2 mainboard Internal cable Chassis management arm (CMA) PSU backplane Air duct Supercapacitor tray...
  • Page 45 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 2 Overview Table 2-9 describes the RH2288H V3 components. Table 2-9 RH2288H V3 components Compone Description Supports the following configurations: module 1 ● One standard full-height full-length PCIe 3.0 x16 slot, one standard full-height full-length PCIe 3.0 x8 slot, and one standard full-height half-length PCIe 3.0 x8 slot (bus width...
  • Page 46 Supplies power to drives and provides data transmission backplane channels. The RH2288H V3 supports drive backplanes for connecting to 8 x 2.5-inch, 8 x 3.5-inch, 12, 12 (including four NVMe PCIe SSDs), 12 (including twelve NVMe PCIe SSDs), 24, and 25 drives, respectively.
  • Page 47 12-core, 14-core, 16-core, 18-core, 20-core, and 22- core CPUs with up to 145 W power. NOTE The RH2288H V3 supports a maximum of two E5-2600 v3 series CPUs or two E5-2600 v4 series CPUs. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 48 These RAID controller cards support RAID level migration and drive roaming. (Optional ● Complies with the Trusted Computing Group (TCG) ) TPM standards ● Protects the platform from viruses or unauthorized operations. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 49 ● SATADOMs cannot be used in cache scenarios. ● SATADOMs and built-in driver SATA ports are exchangeable. ● The RH2288H V3 supports two SATADOMs. The mappings between the physical positions and the port numbers in the BIOS are as follows: SATA1 – PORT4; SATA2 – PORT5.

  • Page 50: Mainboard Layout

    ● One IB FlexIO card with one or two 56G IB optical ports. The FlexIO card does not support NC-SI. NOTE For details about the FlexIO cards supported by the RH2288H V3, see Computing Product Compatibility Checker. 2.6 Mainboard Layout Figure 2-19 shows the mainboard layout.
  • Page 51 CPU 2, J49 X8 PCIE SLOT HH/HL) Riser card 1 connector I/O card connector (J46-J45) (corresponding to CPU 1, J2 PCIE RISER1 X16 SIGNAL) PCH Mini-SAS HD connector B PCH Mini-SAS HD connector (J1002) A (J1001) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 52: Internal Cabling

    Internal Cabling for an M.2 SSD Riser Card on a Server with a DVD Drive For an RH2288H V3 with a DVD drive, an M.2 SSD riser card can be configured with only one M.2 SATA SSD card, which uses the external SATA2 port.
  • Page 53 Internal Cabling for an M.2 SSD Riser Card on a Server Without a DVD Drive For an RH2288H V3 without a DVD drive, an M.2 SSD riser card can be configured with two M.2 SATA SSD cards, which use the external SATA1 and SATA2 ports.
  • Page 54 SATA cable for connecting the SATA1 port of an 04051409 M.2 SSD riser card to the mainboard (J37) SATA cable for connecting the SATA2 port of an 04051409 M.2 SSD riser card to the mainboard (J38) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 55: Internal Cabling For 8-Disk Configuration 1

    (J11) SAS cable for connecting Port B (J29) of the 04051021 (LSI front disk backplane to Port B of the RAID SAS3008/3108) controller card on the mainboard 04051024 (LSI SAS2308/2208) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 56: Internal Cabling For 8-Disk Configuration 2

    Signal cable for connecting the indicator plate 04051026 of the right mounting ear to the mainboard (J43) Signal cable for connecting the front VGA board 04051076 to the front disk backplane (J26) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 57 (J24) to the mainboard (J30 PWR CONN1) Internal Cabling for a Server with a RAID Controller Card on the Mainboard Figure 2-24 Internal cabling for a server with a RAID controller card on the mainboard Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 58 Signal cable for 04051006 connecting the USB plate of the left mounting ear to the mainboard (J42) Power cable for 04150997 connecting the front disk backplane (J24) to the mainboard (J30 PWR CONN1) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 59: Internal Cabling For 12-Drive Configuration

    Port B of the RAID SAS3008/3108) controller card on the mainboard 04051022 (LSI SAS2308/2208) Signal cable for connecting the front drive 04051053 backplane (J35) to the rear drive backplane (J24) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 60 04150448-001 backplane (J1) to the mainboard (J29 PWR CONN3) Internal Cabling for 12-Drive Configuration 2 Two RAID controller cards and two rear drives: Figure 2-26 Internal cabling for 12-drive configuration 2 Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 61 Power cable for connecting the rear drive 04150448-001 backplane (J1) to the mainboard (J28 PWR CONN2) Internal Cabling for 12-Drive Configuration 3 One RAID controller card, four NVMe PCIe SSDs, and two rear drives: Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 62 (J24) SAS cable for 0405128 The BOM connecting an number of NVMe PCIe SSD the NVMe adapter to the riser drive backplane assembly (Port 3-Port 3) 02311HFW 02311GVP. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 63 SAS2308/2208) backplane to Port B of the RAID controller card on the mainboard SAS cable for 04051060 connecting the front drive backplane (J31) to the rear drive backplane (J3) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 64 04150448-001 connecting the rear drive backplane (J1) to the mainboard (J29 PWR CONN3) Internal Cabling for 12-Drive Configuration 4 Two RAID controller cards, four NVMe PCIe SSDs, and two rear drives: Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 65 Signal cable for 04051026 connecting the indicator plate of the right mounting ear to the mainboard (J43) Signal cable for 04051053 connecting the front drive backplane (J32) to the rear drive backplane (J24) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 66 RAID controller card SAS cable for 04051021 (LSI connecting Port SAS3008/3108) B (J29) of the 04051024 (LSI front drive SAS2308/2208) backplane to Port B of the standard RAID controller card Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 67 Power cable for 04150448-001 connecting the rear drive backplane (J1) to the mainboard (J28 PWR CONN2) Internal Cabling for 12-Drive Configuration 5 One RAID controller card and eight to twelve NVMe PCIe SSDs: Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 68 02311QTD. (Port 2C) SAS cable for ● 6 0405182 connecting 12- ● 7 drive NVMe SSD adapter (Port A) to the front drive backplane (Port 2A) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 69 A of the front 04051024 (LSI drive backplane SAS2308/2208) to Port B of the RAID controller card Signal cable for 04051052 connecting the front drive backplane (J1) to the mainboard (J1003) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 70: Internal Cabling For 24-Drive Configuration

    2.7.5 Internal Cabling for 24-Drive Configuration Internal Cabling for a Server with One RAID Controller Card The RH2288H V3 does not support rear drives if it is configured with one RAID controller card. Figure 2-30 Internal cabling for a server with one RAID controller card Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright ©...
  • Page 71 CONN1) Internal Cabling for a Server with Two RAID Controller Cards The RH2288H V3 does not support rear drives if it is configured with two RAID controller cards, which include one RAID controller card in a standard PCIe slot and one on the mainboard.
  • Page 72 Signal cable for connecting the USB plate 04051006 of the left mounting ear to the mainboard (J42) Power cable for connecting the front drive 04150997 backplane (J24) to the mainboard (J30 PWR CONN1) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 73 2-31. Internal Cabling for a Server with Three RAID Controller Cards The RH2288H V3 does not support rear drives if it is configured with three RAID controller cards, including two in standard PCIe slots and one on the mainboard. Figure 2-32 Internal cabling for a server with three RAID controller cards...
  • Page 74 (J30 PWR CONN1) Table 2-11 shows the mapping between the slot numbers in the LSI Logic SAS BIOS CU and the panel silkscreens when the RH2288H V3 is configured with a front 24-drive backplane and three RAID controller cards. Issue 46 (2022-12-28)

  • Page 75: Internal Cabling For 25-Drive Configuration

    Signal cable for connecting the indicator 04051026 plate of the right mounting ear to the mainboard (J43) Signal cable for connecting the front drive 04051053 backplane (J32) to the rear drive backplane (J24) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 76 CONN2) Power cable for connecting the rear drive 04150448-001 backplane (J1) to the mainboard (J29 PWR CONN3) Internal Cabling for 25-Drive Configuration 2 Two RAID controller cards and two rear drives: Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 77 SAS cable for connecting the rear drive 04051059 backplane (J3) to Port A of the RAID controller card on the mainboard Power cable for connecting the rear drive 04150448-001 backplane (J1) to the mainboard (J28 PWR CONN2) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 78: Logical Structure

    CPUs over PCIe connectors. 2.9 RAS Features Table 2-12 lists the reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS) features supported by the RH2288H V3. You can configure these features to improve server RAS. NO TE Huawei Server Grantley Platform...
  • Page 79 Provides cyclic redundancy check (CRC) Protection via CRC protection for QPI packets to improve system reliability. Core disable for fault Isolates a faulty CPU during startup to improve resilient boot (FRB) system reliability and availability. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 80: Software And Hardware Compatibility

    Computing Product Compatibility Checker to query the hardware and software compatibility of the RH2288H V3. The RH2288H V3 supports a variety of OSs, including Windows, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES), and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). For details about the OS compatibility, use Computing Product Compatibility Checker.

  • Page 81: Technical Specifications

    Server 2012 manually installed. Windows Windows Server 2012 R2 2.11 Technical Specifications Table 2-14 describes the RH2288H V3 technical specifications. Table 2-14 Technical specifications Item Specifications Form factor 2U rack server Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 82 ● The BIOS version must be 3.16 or later. ● You are advised to upgrade the iBMC and BIOS to the latest mapping versions. ● The CPUs in one server must have the same BOM number. Chipset Intel C612 Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 83 User Guide 2 Overview Item Specifications RAID support The RH2288H V3 supports the following models of RAID controller cards: ● SR320 or SR420: – Uses the LSI SAS2208 chip. – Supports RAID 0, 1, 10, 5, 50, 6, and 60.
  • Page 84 SAS HDDs, SATA HDDs, and SSDs at the rear of the server to expand the local storage capacity. ● If SATADOM SoftRAID is used when NVMe PCIe SSDs are configured, only the Legacy mode can be selected for the BIOS. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 85 The electrical ports provided by FlexIO cards and PCIe NICs cannot be connected to PoE devices (such as a switch with PoE enabled). Connecting such an electrical port to a PoE device may cause link communication failure or even damage the NIC. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 86 2 Overview Item Specifications PCIe slot ● The RH2288H V3 provides eight standard PCIe 3.0 x8 slots and one PCIe 3.0 x8 slot dedicated for a RAID controller card. The eight standard PCIe 3.0 x8 slots are described as follows: –...
  • Page 87 – Provides the GUI, virtual KVM, virtual media, Serial Over LAN (SOL), smart power control, remote control, and hardware monitoring features. ● NC-SI ● Huawei eSight management software and integration with third-party management systems, such as VMware vCenter, Microsoft SystemCenter, and Nagios Issue 46 (2022-12-28)

  • Page 88: Physical And Environmental Specifications

    447 mm x 748 mm (3.39 in. x 17.60 in. x 29.45 in.) ● Chassis equipped with 2.5-inch drives: 86.1 mm (2U) x 447 mm x 708 mm (3.39 in. x 17.60 in. x 27.87 in.) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 89 ● Minimum depth: 1000 mm (39.37 in.) Requirements for guide rail installation: ● L-shaped guide rails: apply only to a Huawei cabinet. ● Adjustable guide rails: apply to a cabinet with a distance of 543.5 mm to 848.5 mm (21.40 in. to 33.41 in.) between the front and rear mounting bars.
  • Page 90 40°C (104°F) or one fan fails, CPU performance may deteriorate. ● When GPUs of 200 W or higher are used, the RH2288H V3 supports the maximum operating temperature of 35°C (95°F) and a maximum of eight front drives. When K80 and P100 GPUs are used, the RH2288H V3 supports the maximum operating temperature of 30°C (86°F).
  • Page 91 ● There is no explosive, conductive, magnetic, or corrosive dust in the equipment room. NOTE It is recommended that the particulate pollution in the equipment room be monitored by a professional agency. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 92 6 months in unpacked/packed and powered-off state ● The maximum preservation duration is determined according to the specifications provided of drive vendors. For details, see the manuals provided by drive vendors. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 93: Installing And Removing The Rh2288H V3

    "Safety" in the Installation Guidelines The RH2288H V3 is 2U high and fits into a standard 19-inch cabinet. The server can be installed on L-shaped, adjustable, and holding rails, and is stackable. If the cabinet has sufficient space, a distance of 1U or more can be reserved between servers.

  • Page 94: Installation Environment

    3.2.1 Space and Airflow Requirements To allow for servicing and adequate airflow, observe the following space and airflow requirements: ● Install the RH2288H V3 in an access-restricted area. ● Keep the area in which the server is located clean and tidy. ●...

  • Page 95: Temperature And Humidity Requirements

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-2 Direction of heat dissipation 3.2.2 Temperature and Humidity Requirements To ensure continued safe and reliable equipment operating, install or position the system in a well-ventilated, climate-controlled environment.

  • Page 96: Unpacking The Chassis

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 ● Air filters installed on cabinet doors. ● AC power supplied from the rear of the cabinet. 3.3 Unpacking the Chassis The following tools must be available before the operation: ●...

  • Page 97: Installing The Server On L-Shaped Guide Rails

    3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 ● Additional servers are required in a cabinet for capacity expansion. ● A faulty server needs to be replaced with a new RH2288H V3. ● A different rack server needs to be replaced with the server. ●...
  • Page 98 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-3 1U boundary lines on a mounting bar Fasten the lower end of a floating nut to the top square hole within the lower target 1U space in a front mounting bar. See (1) in Figure 3-4.
  • Page 99 Install the other guide rail using the same method. Step 3 Install the RH2288H V3. Lift the RH2288H V3 and move it to the cabinet. This task requires at least two people. Place the RH2288H V3 onto the guide rails and slide it into the cabinet. See...

  • Page 100: Installing The Server On Adjustable Guide Rails

    User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 When the two mounting ears of the RH2288H V3 come into contact with the mounting bars on the cabinet, tighten the captive screws on the mounting ears to secure the RH2288H V3. See (2) in Figure 3-6.

  • Page 101: Installing The Server On Holding Rails

    Install the other guide rail using the same method. Step 2 Install the RH2288H V3. Lift the RH2288H V3 and move it to the cabinet. This task requires at least two people. Place the RH2288H V3 onto the guide rails and slide it into the cabinet. See...
  • Page 102 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Procedure Step 1 Install the holding rails. Holding down the release latch at the front end of the holding rail, pull out the locking plate by its hook. See (1) and (2) in Figure 3-9.
  • Page 103 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-10 Pulling out an inner rail Aligning the nail heads on the server with their L-shaped cutouts on the rails, place the server onto the rails. See (1) in Figure 3-11.
  • Page 104 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-11 Installing the server After the server is installed, push the server inwards until you hear a sound, and ensure that the latches eject and completely block the screws to affix the server to the inner guide rails.
  • Page 105 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-12 Pushing a server into a cabinet Step 3 After the installation is complete, connect a network cable, a VGA cable, or USB devices as required. Connect the power cables.
  • Page 106 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-13 Installing a CMA Insert the nail heads on the left outer rail into the holes in the outer support lever of the CMA, and pull the CMA out to secure it. See (2) in Figure 3-13.

  • Page 107: Connecting External Cables

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-14 CMA cabling Step 6 Power on the RH2288H V3. ----End 3.5 Connecting External Cables This section describes how to connect cables to the server. 3.5.1 Connecting Cables to a Mouse, Keyboard, and VGA Port After powering on the server, connect cables to a mouse, keyboard, and VGA port to set the BIOS and RAID, and log in to the OS.

  • Page 108: Connecting A Network Cable

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Step 2 Connect the connectors on the other end of the PS/2 cable to the keyboard and mouse. Step 3 Connect the DB15 connector on the VGA cable to the VGA port on the front or rear panel of the server, and tighten the two screws on the connector to secure the cable.
  • Page 109 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 ● ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves: used to prevent ESD damage ● Diagonal pliers: used to trim the cable ties after binding cables ● RJ45 crimping tool: used to make network cable connectors ●...

  • Page 110: Connecting A Cable To A 10Ge Port

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-16 Connecting a network cable to management and service network ports Step 6 Connect the other end of the network cable to the peer network port. Connect the other cable connector to the peer device based on the network plan.
  • Page 111 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 of the peer device on the other side. Attach a label 2 cm (0.79 in.) away from the end of an optical cable. Step 3 Lay out the new cable.
  • Page 112 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Close the latch on the optical module to secure it. See (2) in Figure 3-17. Insert the optical cable into the optical module. See (3) in Figure 3-17.

  • Page 113: Connecting A 56G Ib Cable

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-19 Connecting an SFP+ cable Step 6 Check that the new cable is properly connected. Power on the device, and ping the IP address of the peer device connected over the new cable.
  • Page 114 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Step 3 Lay out the new cable. Lay out the new cable in the same way as the old one. Note the following points: ● Lay out optical or QSFP+ cables in the cabinet by observing installation regulations.

  • Page 115: Connecting A Usb Device

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-21 Connecting a 56G IB cable (using an IB FlexIO card with two 56G ports as an example) Step 5 Check that the new cable is properly connected.

  • Page 116: Connecting A Serial Cable

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-22 Connecting a USB device ----End 3.5.6 Connecting a Serial Cable The rear panel of the server provides a standard DB9 serial port (three-pin serial port), which works as the system serial port by default. You can set it as the iBMC serial port using the iBMC CLI.

  • Page 117: Connecting A Power Cable

    Before connecting power cables, ensure that the server and its internal components have been installed, and the PGND cable is connected to the server (for the RH2288H V3, which does not provide ground terminals, connect the PGND cable to the cabinet where the server is located). Use dedicated power cables to ensure equipment and personal safety.
  • Page 118 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-24 Connecting a power cable (secured with the PSU using a velcro strap) ● If the PSU has a plastic clip, perform the following steps to connect the power cable: Open the plastic clip and place the power cable in the plastic clip.

  • Page 119: Laying Out Cables

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Connecting DC Power Cables Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Step 2 Connect the power cables to the wiring terminals on the PSU. The power cables are connected properly once they are latched. See Figure 3-26.

  • Page 120: Verifying Cable Connections

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 ● If you cannot identify cables using the cable labels, attach an engineering label to each cable. ● Protect cables from burrs, heat sinks, and active accessories, which may damage the insulation layers of cables.

  • Page 121: Removing The Server

    Step 3 Disconnect all power cables and signal cables from the server. NO TE Remove power cables first to prevent damage or injury caused by static electricity. Step 4 Remove the server. Loosen the captive screws on the RH2288H V3 panel using a screwdriver. See (1) in Figure 3-27.
  • Page 122 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-27 Removing the server Pull out the server along the guide rails away from the cabinet. See (2) in Figure 3-27. Place the removed server on an ESD platform.

  • Page 123: Removing The Server And Adjustable Guide Rail

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 3.6.2 Removing the Server and Adjustable Guide Rail Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves. For details, see 1 Safety Instructions. Step 2 Power off the server. For details, see 4 Powering On and Off the Server.

  • Page 124: Removing The Server And Holding Rails

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-30 Removing an adjustable guide rail Step 7 Remove the other guide rail on the opposite side in the same way. ----End 3.6.3 Removing the Server and Holding Rails Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap or ESD gloves.
  • Page 125 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-31 Removing the server from the holding rails Pull out the server along the guide rails away from the cabinet as far as the server will go. See (2) in Figure 3-31.
  • Page 126 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-32 Removing a server from holding rails Place the removed server onto an ESD platform. Step 5 Remove the front end of the holding rail. Hold down the plate on the front end of the holding rail and pull out the hook.
  • Page 127 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Figure 3-33 Removing a holding rail Push the holding rail out of the square holes. See (3) in Figure 3-33. Remove the front end of the holding rail. See (4) in Figure 3-33.
  • Page 128 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 3 Installing and Removing the RH2288H V3 Step 6 Remove the other guide rail on the opposite side in the same way. ----End Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 129: Powering On And Off The Server

    ● If PSUs are properly installed and not powered on, power on the server as follows: Connect the external power supply to PSUs. Then the server will power on with PSUs. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 130 Step 1 Log in to the iBMC WebUI. For details, see 9.2 Logging In to the iBMC WebUI. Step 2 Choose Power > Power Control. The Power Control page is displayed, as shown in Figure 4-1. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 131: Powering Off The Server

    WebUI. For details about how to obtain the IP address for the management network port Huawei Rack Server iBMC User Guide and how to operate the iBMC, see Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright ©...
  • Page 132 If the server has been powered off and is in the standby state, remove the power cable to disconnect the external power supply. After that, the server is powered off completely. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 133 The Power Control page is displayed, as shown in Figure 4-2. Figure 4-2 Power Control page Step 3 Click Power Off. In the displayed dialog box, click Yes to power off the server. ----End Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 134: Configuring The Rh2288H V3

    User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 Configuring the RH2288H V3 About This Chapter This section describes how to configure the RH2288H V3 after it is installed. 5.1 Default Information 5.2 Configuration Process 5.3 Checking the RH2288H V3 5.4 Configuring RAID 5.5 Configuring the BIOS...

  • Page 135: Configuration Process

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 Item Parameter Default Value BIOS Password The default BIOS password is Huawei12#$ for the American keyboard, Huqzei&é34 for the French keyboard, and Huawei12£$ for the English keyboard. NOTE When entering the BIOS password on the Remote Virtual Console: ●...

  • Page 136: Checking The Rh2288H V3

    For details, see Guide 5.3 Checking the RH2288H V3 Log in to the iBMC WebUI or CLI to check the health status of the RH2288H V3. Ensure that its health status meets the environment requirements for software installation. Table 5-3...
  • Page 137 ● If the keyboard type configured in the OS is different from the actual keyboard type, enter the password by using the keyboard configured in the OS. Workflow Check the RH2288H V3 by following the sequence described in Figure 5-2. Determine the check method as needed.
  • Page 138 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 Procedure ● Check indicator status. Observe the RH2288H V3 indicator status, and check that hardware devices are properly operating. For details, see 2.4 Indicators and Buttons. ● Check the RH2288H V3 using the iBMC WebUI.
  • Page 139 Set an IP address for the PC, and ensure that the IP address is on the same network segment as the iBMC management network port. Connect the PC to the RH2288H V3 iBMC management network port by using a network cable.

  • Page 140: Configuring Raid

    CPLD Version: CPLD version of the RH2288H V3. ▪ BIOS Version: BIOS version of the RH2288H V3. ▪ Active iBMC Version: active iBMC version of the RH2288H V3. ▪ Backup iBMC Version: backup iBMC version of the RH2288H V3. Query the health status for the RH2288H V3.
  • Page 141 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 Figure 5-5 Component information example Figure 5-6 System information example NO TE The preceding information is for reference only. The actual information displayed may differ. Configure RAID. Configure RAID. The configuration procedure varies according to the RAID controller card type.

  • Page 142: Configuring The Bios

    SAS3108), SP435 (PM8060), and SR135 (PM8068) 5.5 Configuring the BIOS Configure the BIOS of the RH2288H V3, including setting the server boot mode, selecting PXE as a boot option, enabling the PXE function for a network port, and setting the BIOS password and language. For details about how to configure the...
  • Page 143 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 Procedure Restart the server. Click on the menu bar of the Remote Virtual Console. For details about how to log in to the Remote Virtual Console, see Opening the Remote Virtual Console.
  • Page 144 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 NO TE The default BIOS password is Huawei12#$ for the American keyboard, Huqzei&é34 for the French keyboard, and Huawei12£$ for the English keyboard. To ensure system security, you are advised to change the default BIOS password after the first login. For details, see "Set the BIOS password".
  • Page 145 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 Figure 5-10 Boot Type Order Select PXE as a boot option. Select boot options to be configured, and press + or - to change the boot sequence. Set the first boot option to PXE.
  • Page 146 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 Figure 5-11 PXE Configuration 11. Select the network port to be configured, and press Enter. 12. Choose Enabled from the shortcut menu and press Enter to enable the PXE function for the network port.
  • Page 147 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 Figure 5-12 Security 14. Select Set Supervisor Password and press Enter. Set a login password for the super administrator. Before changing the supervisor password, you need to enter the current supervisor password.
  • Page 148 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 Figure 5-13 Main screen 16. Select Language and press Enter. The screen for selecting a language is displayed, as shown in Figure 5-14. Figure 5-14 Selecting a language Issue 46 (2022-12-28)

  • Page 149: Changing An Ibmc User Password

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 17. Select English and press Enter. The GUI language is changed to English, as shown in Figure 5-15. Figure 5-15 Main screen 18. Press F10. The message "Exit Saving changes?" is displayed.
  • Page 150 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 Procedure Step 1 Log in to the iBMC WebUI over a network port. For details, see 9.2 Logging In to the iBMC WebUI. Step 2 Choose Config > Security Enhance.

  • Page 151: Setting The Management Network Port Ip Address

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 ▪ Digits – Cannot be the same as the user name or user name in reverse order. ----End 5.7 Setting the Management Network Port IP Address Set the management network IP address through the iBMC WebUI, BIOS, and LCD of the iBMC.
  • Page 152 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 Figure 5-17 Setting an IP address for the management network port Click Save. No further action is required. ● Set the IP address in the BIOS. Click on the menu bar of the Remote Virtual Console.
  • Page 153 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 Enter a BIOS password as prompted. The screen for setting the BIOS is displayed. Choose Advanced > IPMI iBMC Configuration and press Enter. The IPMI iBMC Configuration screen is displayed.
  • Page 154 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 5 Configuring the RH2288H V3 Figure 5-20 Setting the IPv4 address of the iBMC management network port Set the parameter in IPV4 Configuration and IPV6 Configuration for the iBMC management network port in the same way.

  • Page 155: Installing An Os

    IP address or click Cancel to return to the Mgmt Port screen. 5.8 Installing an OS The RH2288H V3 supports a variety of OSs, including Windows, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES), and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). To query the OS...

  • Page 156: Software And Configuration Utility

    The BIOS is stored in the serial peripheral interface (SPI) flash memory. The RH2288H V3 server offers a Huawei's proprietary, patented BIOS that uses the Intel Grantley platform and is developed based on the Insyde code base. The BIOS Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright ©...

  • Page 157: Ibmc

    For details about the BIOS, see Parameter Reference 6.2 iBMC Huawei intelligent Baseboard Management Controller (iBMC) is a Huawei proprietary intelligent system for remote server management. The iBMC complies with IPMI 2.0 and SNMP standards and supports various functions, including KVM redirection, text console redirection, remote virtual media, and hardware monitoring and management.
  • Page 158 Install or update the driver. For details, see Guide NO TICE Make sure to back up the original drivers before installing or upgrading drivers. The driver installation package and procedure vary depending on the operating system. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 159: Replacing Parts

    User Guide 7 Replacing Parts Replacing Parts About This Chapter This section describes the replaceable parts of the RH2288H V3 and how to replace them. NO TICE ● Ensure that the obtained spare parts are compatible and function properly before any replacement. To query parts compatibility, use...
  • Page 160 7.38 Installing a Supercapacitor (PCIe RAID Controller Card) 7.39 Removing a CPU 7.40 Installing a CPU 7.41 Removing a DIMM 7.42 Installing a DIMM 7.43 Removing a Mainboard 7.44 Installing a Mainboard Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 161: Replaceable Parts

    7.66 Installing the Right Mounting Ear 7.67 Removing an M.2 SATA SSD Card 7.68 Installing an M.2 SATA SSD Card 7.1 Replaceable Parts The RH2288H V3 is 2U high and has the following replaceable parts: ● Front bezel (optional) ●...

  • Page 162: Tool Preparations

    DVD drive) or left and right mounting ears. The front bezel is installed on the front panel and comes with a security lock to prevent unauthorized operations on hard disks. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 163 Step 2 Unlock the front bezel by turning the key clockwise, and remove the key for proper storage. See Figure 7-1. Figure 7-1 Unlocking the front bezel Step 3 Press the button and remove the front bezel. See Figure 7-2. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 164: Optional) Installing The Front Bezel

    Procedure Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. For details, see 1 Safety Instructions. Step 2 Remove the key from the front bezel. See Figure 7-3. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 165 Figure 7-3 Removing a key Step 3 Unlock the front bezel by turning the key clockwise, and remove the key for proper storage. See Figure 7-4. Figure 7-4 Unlocking the front bezel Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 166 See Figure 7-5. Figure 7-5 Installing the front bezel Step 5 Lock the front bezel by turning the key counterclockwise, and remove the key for proper storage. See Figure 7-6. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 167: Removing A Drive

    Remove a drive before replacing it with a new one. You do not need to power off the server when removing a drive. If services are running on the RH2288H V3, back up the data stored on the drive. Before removing a drive, determine its location to prevent misoperations.
  • Page 168 Step 4 Determine the position of the drive (for example, a front drive) on the RH2288H V3. See Figure 7-7. Figure 7-7 Drive position Step 5 Push the ejector release button on the drive. See (1) in Figure 7-8. The ejector lever automatically ejects. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 169: Installing A Drive

    See (2) in Figure 7-8. Wait for at least 30 seconds until the drive stops working. Then remove the drive from the RH2288H V3. See (3) in Figure 7-8. Step 7 Place the removed drive in an ESD bag.

  • Page 170: Removing An Nvme Pcie Ssd

    Remove an AC PSU before replacing it with a new one. When two PSUs are configured, remove one PSU without powering off the RH2288H V3 if the other PSU is operating properly and its power rating is greater than or equal to the power rating of the RH2288H V3.
  • Page 171 If the PSU has a plastic clip, perform the following steps to remove the power cable: Open the lock of the plastic clip. See (1) a in Figure 7-11. Slide the plastic clip away from the PSU socket. See (1) b in Figure 7-11. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 172: Removing A Dc Psu

    Before removing one PSU when two PSUs are configured, ensure that the other PSU is operating properly and supplies power higher than or equal to the power rating of the RH2288H V3, and you do not need to power off the server. Issue 46 (2022-12-28)
  • Page 173 Figure 7-13. Figure 7-13 Removing power cables Step 4 Hold down the latch on the PSU, and partially pull out the PSU by holding its handle. See (1) in Figure 7-14. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 174: Installing A Psu

    Install an AC PSU to replace the original one. An AC PSU needs to be added to improve reliability when only one AC PSU is configured for the RH2288H V3. Procedure Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. For details, see 1 Safety Instructions.
  • Page 175 Figure 7-16 Connecting a power cable (secured with the PSU using a velcro strap) ● If the PSU has a plastic clip, perform the following steps to connect the power cable: Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 176: Installing A Dc Psu

    ----End 7.10.2 Installing a DC PSU Install a DC PSU to replace the original one. A DC PSU needs to be added to improve reliability when the RH2288H V3 is configured with only one DC PSU. Procedure Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. For details, see 1 Safety Instructions.
  • Page 177 Connect the OT terminal on the positive power cable to the RTN(+) wiring terminal on the PSU. ● Connect the OT terminal on the ground cable to the ground terminal on the PSU. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 178: Removing The Chassis Cover

    4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Loosen the latch that secures the handle of the chassis cover using a flat-head screwdriver.

  • Page 179: Installing The Chassis Cover

    Step 8 Lift the chassis cover. See step (3) in Figure 7-20. ----End 7.12 Installing the Chassis Cover Install the chassis cover after components in the RH2288H V3 chassis are replaced. Procedure Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. For details, see 1 Safety Instructions.

  • Page 180: Removing The Air Duct

    Server. Step 5 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 6 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End 7.13 Removing the Air Duct Remove the air duct before replacing it with a new one or replacing a CPU, DIMM, or supercapacitor.
  • Page 181 4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...

  • Page 182: Installing The Air Duct

    See Figure 7-24. Figure 7-24 Installing the air duct Step 5 (Optional) Install the supercapacitor tray on the air duct in the arrow direction. Figure 7-25. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 183: Removing A Fan Module

    Server. Step 9 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 10 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End 7.15 Removing a Fan Module Remove a fan module before replacing it with a new one or removing other components (such as the mainboard and DVD-ROM drive).
  • Page 184 4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...

  • Page 185: Installing A Fan Module

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 7 Replacing Parts Figure 7-27 Removing a fan module Step 10 Lift the fan module slowly out of the RH2288H V3. See (2) in Figure 7-27. Step 11 Place the removed fan module in an ESD bag.
  • Page 186 3.4 Installing the Server. Step 9 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 10 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End Issue 46 (2022-12-28)

  • Page 187: Removing An Internal Cable

    4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...

  • Page 188: Installing An Internal Cable

    Step 3 Take a spare cable out of the ESD bag. Step 4 Install the spare cable. For details about cable port positions, see 2.7 Internal Cabling. Step 5 Install fan module brackets in the chassis. See Figure 7-31. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 189 Figure 7-31 Installing fan module brackets Step 6 Insert fan modules into the slots and ensure that fan module cable connectors fit into the ports on the mainboard. See Figure 7-32. Figure 7-32 Installing fan modules Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 190: Removing The Riser Card

    4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...

  • Page 191: Installing A Riser Card

    Step 3 Take the spare riser card out of its ESD bag. Step 4 Push the riser card in the arrow direction until it does not move. See step (1) in Figure 7-35. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 192 Riser Card. Step 7 Install the riser card tray. See Figure 7-36. Figure 7-36 Installing a riser card tray Step 8 (Optional) Connect cables to the riser card if required. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 193: Removing A Pcie Card

    4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 194 Step 10 Open the PCIe card latch. See step (2) in Figure 7-38. Step 11 Remove the PCIe card. See step (3) in Figure 7-38. Step 12 Place the removed PCIe card in an ESD bag. ----End Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 195: Removing A Pcie Card From The Mainboard

    4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...

  • Page 196: Installing A Pcie Card

    Install a PCIe card to replace the original one or add a new PCIe card. A dedicated PCIe riser card is required for installing a GPU card. If the PCIe riser card to be installed is not dedicated for GPU cards, contact Huawei to deliver a dedicated card.
  • Page 197 Connect the 8-pin connector on the GPU to the 8-pin connectors on both sides of the riser card. See (5) in Figure 7-41. Figure 7-41 Connecting power cables to a GPU Step 7 Install the riser card tray. See Figure 7-42. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 198: Installing A Pcie Card On The Mainboard

    Server. Step 11 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 12 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End 7.22.2 Installing a PCIe Card on the Mainboard Install a non-hot-swappable PCIe card to replace the original one.
  • Page 199 3.4 Installing the Server. Step 8 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 9 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End Issue 46 (2022-12-28)

  • Page 200: Removing A Tpm

    4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 201 Step 9 Loosen the screw on the TPM using a Phillips screwdriver. See (1) in Figure 7-45. Figure 7-45 Removing the TPM Step 10 Remove the TPM from the mainboard. See (2) in Figure 7-45. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 202: Installing A Tpm

    Server. Step 9 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 10 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 203: Removing The Dvd Drive

    4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 204 Figure 7-47 Removing fan module brackets Step 10 Remove all cables from the DVD drive. See step (1) in Figure 7-48. Figure 7-48 Removing the DVD drive from a server with eight 2.5-inch hard disks Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 205 4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 206 Step 14 Hold down the plastic latch on the DVD drive, and push the DVD drive outwards to remove it from the chassis. See steps (2) and (3) in Figure 7-51. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 207: Installing The Dvd Drive

    Figure 7-52. Figure 7-52 Installing the DVD drive on a server with eight 2.5-inch hard disks Step 5 Insert the DVD drive into the support. See step (2) in Figure 7-52. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 208 Server. Step 12 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 13 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End With Eight 3.5-inch Hard Disks Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap.
  • Page 209 Step 6 Connect cables to the DVD drive. See step (3) in Figure 7-54. Step 7 Push the DVD drive tray into the chassis. See step (1) in Figure 7-55. Figure 7-55 Installing the DVD drive tray Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 210: Removing The Internal Usb Flash Drive

    Server. Step 15 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 16 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End 7.27 Removing the Internal USB Flash Drive Remove the USB flash drive before replacing it with a new one.
  • Page 211 4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...

  • Page 212: Installing The Internal Usb Flash Drive

    Step 3 Take the spare USB flash drive out of its ESD bag. Step 4 Insert the USB flash drive into the upper USB port. See Figure 7-59 Figure 7-60. NO TE The lower USB port is unavailable. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 213 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 7 Replacing Parts Figure 7-59 Installing the USB flash drive (USB 2.0 port for the management system) Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 214: Removing The System Battery

    Step 3 Power off the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Issue 46 (2022-12-28)

  • Page 215: Installing The System Battery

    Step 4 Hold the system battery with the side marked with text facing upwards, insert the left end of the system battery into the slot, and gently press down the system battery until it is properly installed in the slot. See Figure 7-62. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 216: Removing The Screw-In Raid Controller Card

    Server. Step 7 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 8 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End 7.31 Removing the Screw-in RAID Controller Card Remove a screw-in RAID controller card before replacing it with a new one.
  • Page 217 User Guide 7 Replacing Parts Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...

  • Page 218: Installing A Screw-In Raid Controller Card

    Step 3 Take the spare RAID controller card out of its ESD bag. Step 4 (Optional) Remove the rubber plugs from the ports on the RAID controller card if any. See Figure 7-65. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 219 Step 9 Install the chassis cover. For details, see 7.12 Installing the Chassis Cover. Step 10 Install the RH2288H V3. For details, see 3.4 Installing the Server. Step 11 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables.

  • Page 220: Removing The Pcie Plug-In Raid Controller Card

    4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...

  • Page 221: Removing The Supercapacitor (Screw-In Raid Controller Card)

    Step 9 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 10 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. Step 11 Log in to the RAID configuration screen to check whether RAID configuration Huawei V2 and V3 Server needs to be imported or activated.
  • Page 222 4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 223 7-68. Step 13 Exert even force to lift the supercapacitor out of the server. See step (5) in Figure 7-68. Step 14 Place the removed supercapacitor in an ESD bag. ----End Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 224: Removing The Supercapacitor (Pcie Plug-In Raid Controller Card)

    4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 225 Figure 7-70. ● If the chip model of the RAID controller card is PM8060, remove the cable between the supercapacitor and the RAID controller card. See step (1) in Figure 7-71. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 226 Step 11 Exert even force to lift the supercapacitor out of the server. See step (5) in Figure 7-70 and step (3) in Figure 7-71. Step 12 Place the removed supercapacitor in an ESD bag. ----End Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 227: Installing The Supercapacitor (Screw-In Raid Controller Card)

    Ensure that the supercapacitor is secured by the plastic latches. See step (1) in Figure 7-72. Figure 7-72 Installing the supercapacitor Step 5 Insert the TFM vertically into the RAID controller card. See step (2) in Figure 7-72. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 228: Installing A Supercapacitor (Pcie Raid Controller Card)

    Server. Step 11 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 12 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End 7.38 Installing a Supercapacitor (PCIe RAID Controller...
  • Page 229 Connect the cable between the supercapacitor and the TFM. See (2) in Figure 7-73. NO TE Insert the connector with pins to the TFM socket. If the chip model of the RAID controller card is PM8060, see the following figure. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 230 Connect the supercapacitor cable to the RAID controller card. See (2) in Figure 7-74. Step 6 Install the riser card tray above the RAID controller card. For details, see 7.19 Removing the Riser Card. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 231: Removing A Cpu

    4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 232 Figure 7-76 Removing the heat sink Step 11 Lift the heat sink out of the server. See (2) in Figure 7-76. Step 12 Raise the securing rod near the label. See (1) in Figure 7-77. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 233 Step 15 Use a tissue to clean off any residual thermal paste from the CPU, and place the CPU carrier with the CPU inside in an ESD bag. NO TICE Ensure that CPU sockets are populated with CPUs or protective covers during transportation and storage. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 234: Installing A Cpu

    Install a CPU if a CPU has failed or needs to be replaced with a new model. NO TICE ● Only the personnel authorized by Huawei and Huawei technical support personnel can install a CPU in Huawei servers. ● Do not wear ESD gloves during CPU replacement. The gloves may catch on pins on the CPU socket and damage it.
  • Page 235 Figure 7-81 Pulling out the other side of a CPU carrier Step 8 Ensure that the CPU is properly latched into the two sides of the CPU carrier. See Figure 7-82. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 236 The thermal compound layer is as thick as a common piece of paper. Figure 7-84 shows the smeared thermal compound layer. Ensure that the thermal compound is evenly and fully applied. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 237 CPU until it is out of the socket, and then place it in the socket properly. Hold the CPU carrier with the CPU inside horizontally, align the triangle on the CPU with the triangle on the CPU socket, and place the carrier vertically Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 238 Step 16 Align the screws on the heat sink with the fastening studs on the CPU base, and place the heat sink on the CPU. See (1) in Figure 7-88. Figure 7-88 shows the heat sink installation. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 239: Removing A Dimm

    3.4 Installing the Server. Step 22 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 23 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End 7.41 Removing a DIMM Remove a DIMM if it has failed or needs to be replaced with a new model.

  • Page 240: Installing A Dimm

    User Guide 7 Replacing Parts Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 241 001(E), 101(E), 011(F), 111(F), 021(G), 121(G), 031(H), 131(H), 002(I), 102(I), 012(J), 112(J), 022(K), 122(K), 032(L), 132(L) ● Configure the memory by following rules described in Table 7-3. For details, Computing Product Memory Configuration Assistant. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 242 Step 5 Align the DIMM with the DIMM slot, and insert the DIMM into the slot. Press down on the DIMM with your thumbs until it snaps into place. See Figure 7-92. The two latches pop up into place automatically. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 243: Removing A Mainboard

    3.4 Installing the Server. Step 11 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 12 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End 7.43 Removing a Mainboard Remove a mainboard if it has failed.
  • Page 244 4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 7 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 8 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 9 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 245 NO TICE Remove the FFC cable to avoid cable damage caused by the removal of the mainboard frame. See Figure 7-94. If the FFC cable is damaged, the server cannot work. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 246 Step 19 Remove the FlexIO card. For details, see 7.45 Removing a FlexIO Card. Step 20 Remove all PSUs. For details, see 7.9 Removing a PSU. Step 21 Lift the PSU backplane. See Figure 7-95. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 247 Figure 7-95 Removing a PSU backplane Step 22 Open the latch in arrow direction (1), and remove the cable guide in arrow direction (2). See Figure 7-96. Figure 7-96 Removing a cable guide Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 248: Installing A Mainboard

    For details about how to install a CPU protective cover, see 7.39 Removing a CPU. ----End 7.44 Installing a Mainboard Install a mainboard to replace the faulty one. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 249 Step 6 Tighten the screw that secures the mainboard using a Phillips screwdriver. See (2) Figure 7-98. Step 7 Place the cable guide in the chassis, and push the cable guide in the arrow direction until it does not move. See Figure 7-99. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 250 7 Replacing Parts Figure 7-99 Installing a cable guide Step 8 Insert the PSU backplane into the slot in the mainboard. See in Figure 7-100. Figure 7-100 Installing the PSU backplane Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 251 Step 22 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 23 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. Step 24 Burn the original SN into the new mainboard after replacement. For details, see SmartKit User Guide (for Engineers) section "Modifying Electronic Labels"...

  • Page 252: Removing A Flexio Card

    4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 253 Keeping the FlexIO card horizontally level, hold the baffle plate with one hand and the two sides of the FlexIO card with the other hand. Pull apart the baffle plate in the direction shown by (2) in Figure 7-103. Check whether the Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 254 FlexIO card horizontally. See (3) in Figure 7-103. Figure 7-103 Removing the baffle plate from the FlexIO card Step 12 Place the removed FlexIO card in an ESD bag. ----End Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 255: Installing A Flexio Card

    Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screws to secure the baffle plate with the FlexIO card. See (3) in Figure 7-104. The positions of the screws vary depending on the FlexIO card model. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 256 Step 5 Thread the guide pins on the mainboard through the holes in the FlexIO card, and push the FlexIO card horizontally into the chassis to have the FlexIO card connected to the connector on the mainboard. See (1) in Figure 7-105. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 257: Removing The Lcd

    3.4 Installing the Server. Step 11 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 12 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End 7.47 Removing the LCD Remove the LCD if it has failed.
  • Page 258 4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 259 Step 13 Push the LCD support out of the chassis in the arrow direction. See step (3) in Figure 7-107. Step 14 Unscrew the LCD. See step (1) in Figure 7-108. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 260 4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 261 Step 11 Remove the cable between the LCD and the VGA port. See step (1) in Figure 7-107. Step 12 Lift the bolt that secures the LCD support. See step (1) in Figure 7-110. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 262 Step 13 Push the LCD support out of the chassis in the arrow direction. See step (2) in Figure 7-110. Step 14 Lift the bolt that secures the LCD tray. See step (1) in Figure 7-111. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 263 Step 17 Open the LCD tray cover in the arrow direction. See step (2) in Figure 7-112. Step 18 Hold down the latch in the arrow direction. See step (1) in Figure 7-113. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 264: Installing The Lcd

    Step 20 Remove the LCD in the arrow direction and pull out the cable. See Figure 7-114. Figure 7-114 Removing the LCD Step 21 Place the removed LCD in an ESD bag. ----End 7.48 Installing the LCD Install an LCD to replace the faulty one. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 265 Step 4 Push the LCD into the LCD tray in the arrow direction, and tighten the screw on the LCD. See Figure 7-115. Figure 7-115 Installing the LCD Step 5 Push the LCD tray into the chassis in the arrow direction. See step (1) in Figure 7-116. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 266 Step 12 Install the chassis cover. For details, see 7.12 Installing the Chassis Cover. Step 13 Install the RH2288H V3. For details, see 3.4 Installing the Server. Step 14 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables.
  • Page 267 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 7 Replacing Parts Step 15 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End Server with Eight 2.5-inch Hard Disks Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. For details, see 1 Safety Instructions.
  • Page 268 Step 9 Push the LCD tray into the LCD support in the arrow direction. See Figure 7-120. Figure 7-120 Installing the LCD tray Step 10 Push the LCD support into the chassis in the arrow direction. See Figure 7-121. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 269: Removing A Satadom

    3.4 Installing the Server. Step 18 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 19 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End 7.49 Removing a SATADOM Remove a SATADOM if it has failed.
  • Page 270 4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...

  • Page 271: Installing A Satadom

    Step 3 Take the spare SATADOM out of its ESD bag. Step 4 Ensure that the SATADOM write protection switch is off. Figure 7-124 shows SATADOM-3MG-P, and Figure 7-125 shows SATADOM-3MG2-P. Figure 7-124 SATADOM-3MG-P Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 272 When the device is powered off or restarted, the data at the cache layer of the SATADOM is lost. Step 5 Insert the SATADOM vertically into the connector on the mainboard until it snaps into place. See Figure 7-126. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 273: Removing An Sd Card

    3.4 Installing the Server. Step 8 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 9 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End Verification Start the server. When the BIOS startup screen is displayed, press Delete to start the BIOS Setup Utility.
  • Page 274 4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 275 Figure 7-128 Removing an SD card board Lift the SD card board from the mainboard. See (2) in Figure 7-128. Step 10 Press the SD card in the arrow direction. See (1) in Figure 7-129. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 276: Installing An Sd Card

    SD cards and the SD card board with the spare part (BOM: 02311JDV). If the original server OS is installed on an SD card, install the OS on the newly installed SD card. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 277 Ensure that the spare microSD card contains no data. Step 5 If SD card 2 needs to be installed, remove the SD card board first. For details, see 7.51 Removing an SD Card. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 278 Align the connector on the SD card board with the port on the mainboard, and then press the SD card board downwards to secure it to the mainboard. See (1) in Figure 7-132. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 279: Removing An Sd Card Board

    N indicates that the SD card rebuild is complete. at SD card If the SD card is in abnormal status, contact Huawei technical support. ----End 7.53 Removing an SD Card Board Remove a SD card board before replacing it with a new one.
  • Page 280 4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables, such as power cables and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and place the removed RH2288H V3 on the ESD desktop. For details, see 3.6 Removing the Server.

  • Page 281: Installing An Sd Card Board

    Step 5 Align the connector on the SD card board with the port on the mainboard, and then press the SD card board downwards to secure it to the mainboard. See (1) in Figure 7-134. Figure 7-134 Installing an SD card board Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 282: Removing The Front Hard Disk Backplane

    4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...

  • Page 283: Installing A Front Drive Backplane

    Figure 7-136), move the drive backplane horizontally to the head of the chassis as far as it will go, and move it downwards until the latches are locked. See Figure 7-136. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 284 ● Connect the cables near the drive backplane first and then the cables at the other end to prevent the cables near the drive backplane from being stretched. See (2) and (3) in Figure 7-137. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 285: Removing The Rear Hard Disk Backplane

    Server. Step 12 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 13 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End 7.57 Removing the Rear Hard Disk Backplane Remove the backplane of the rear disks.
  • Page 286 4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...

  • Page 287: Installing A Rear Drive Backplane

    Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. For details, see 1 Safety Instructions. Step 2 Remove the rear drive backplane to be replaced. For details, see 7.57 Removing the Rear Hard Disk Backplane. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 288 If the server uses both 3.5-inch drives and 2.5-inch drives, refer to both two figures for cable connections. The ports with the same number are connected to each other. The tables below list the meanings of the ports. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 289 Step 7 Install rear drives. Step 8 Install the chassis cover. For details, see 7.12 Installing the Chassis Cover. Step 9 Install the RH2288H V3. For details, see 3.4 Installing the Server. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 290: Removing The Vga Board

    4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 291 Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. For details, see 1 Safety Instructions. Step 2 Determine the cabinet number and chassis number of the server, and label its panel to prevent misoperations. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 292 4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 293 Step 12 Push the tray out of the chassis in the arrow direction. See step (2) in Figure 7-148. Step 13 Remove all cables connected to the VGA board. Step 14 Unscrew the VGA board. See step (1) in Figure 7-149. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 294: Installing The Vga Board

    7.59 Removing the VGA Board. Step 3 Take the spare VGA board out of its ESD bag. Step 4 Insert the VGA board into the panel. See step (1) in Figure 7-150. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 295 Step 9 Connect all cables between the VGA board and the DVD drive or LCD. For details, 2.7 Internal Cabling. Step 10 Install the fan module brackets in the chassis. See Figure 7-151. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 296 Server. Step 15 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 16 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End Server with Eight 2.5-inch Hard Disks Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap.
  • Page 297 Step 5 Tighten the screws to secure the VGA board to the tray. See step (2) in Figure 7-152. Step 6 Connect cables to the VGA board. Step 7 Push the tray into the chassis in the arrow direction. See Figure 7-153. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 298 Figure 7-154 Installing fan module brackets Step 10 Install the fan modules. For details, see 7.16 Installing a Fan Module. Step 11 Install the air duct. For details, see 7.14 Installing the Air Duct. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 299: Removing The Psu Backplane

    4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...

  • Page 300: Installing The Psu Backplane

    Step 3 Take the spare PSU backplane out of its ESD bag. Step 4 Place the PSU backplane in the planned position, and push it downward as far as it will go. See Figure 7-156. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 301: Removing The Left Mounting Ear

    Server. Step 9 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 10 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End 7.63 Removing the Left Mounting Ear Remove the left mounting ear if it has failed.
  • Page 302 User Guide 7 Replacing Parts Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Determine the position of the left mounting ear on the RH2288H V3. See Figure 7-157.
  • Page 303 Step 14 Remove the left mounting ear in the arrow direction and slowly pull the mounting ear signal cable out of the chassis along the chassis interior surface. See step (3) Figure 7-159. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 304: Installing The Left Mounting Ear

    Figure 7-160. Step 7 Tighten the screws on the left mounting ear. See step (4) in Figure 7-160. Step 8 Install the fan module brackets in the chassis. See Figure 7-161. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 305: Removing The Right Mounting Ear

    Server. Step 14 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 15 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End 7.65 Removing the Right Mounting Ear Remove the right mounting ear if it has failed.
  • Page 306 RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 7 Replacing Parts Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Determine the position of the right mounting ear on the RH2288H V3. See Figure 7-162.
  • Page 307 Step 12 Press and hold down the latch of the mounting ear signal cable, and remove the cable in the arrow direction. See steps (1) and (2) in Figure 7-164. Figure 7-164 Removing the right mounting ear Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 308: Installing The Right Mounting Ear

    Step 5 Remove the adhesive backing from the signal cable and route the signal cable along the grooves within the chassis. Bend the signal cable along its black lines. Figure 7-166. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 309 Figure 7-165. Step 8 Tighten the screw on the right mounting ear. See step (4) in Figure 7-165. Step 9 Install the fan module brackets in the chassis. See Figure 7-167. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 310: Removing An M.2 Sata Ssd Card

    Server. Step 15 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 16 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End 7.67 Removing an M.2 SATA SSD Card Remove an M.2 SATA SSD card if it has failed.

  • Page 311: Installing An M.2 Sata Ssd Card

    4.2 Powering Off the Server. Step 4 Remove all external cables such as power and network cables. Step 5 Remove the RH2288H V3 and put it on an ESD desktop. For details, see Removing the Server. Step 6 Remove the chassis cover. For details, see 7.11 Removing the Chassis...
  • Page 312 Cabling for an M.2 SSD Riser Card. Step 8 Install the chassis cover. For details, see 7.12 Installing the Chassis Cover. Step 9 Install the RH2288H V3. For details, see 3.4 Installing the Server. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 313 7 Replacing Parts Step 10 Connect all external cables such as power and network cables. For details, see Connecting External Cables. Step 11 Power on the RH2288H V3. For details, see 4.1 Powering On the Server. ----End Issue 46 (2022-12-28)

  • Page 314: Troubleshooting

    RH2288H V3 Server User Guide 8 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Huawei Servers For details about how to troubleshoot Huawei servers, see Troubleshooting . It covers the following content: ● Troubleshooting process ● Fault information collection ● Fault diagnosis ● Software/Component upgrade ●...

  • Page 315: Common Operations

    Use the iBMC CLI. Run the ipmcget -d ipinfo command to configure the Huawei Rack Server management network port IP address. For details, see iBMC User Guide ● Query the management IP address on the LCD. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 316 Figure 9-1 BIOS startup screen Enter the BIOS password as prompted. The BIOS Setup Utility is displayed. Step 2 Choose Advanced > IPMI iBMC Configuration and press Enter. The IPMI iBMC Configuration screen is displayed. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 317 Querying the IP Address on the LCD Step 1 Go to the Setting page. On the LCD, tap the Setting tab. The Setting screen is displayed, as shown in Figure 9-3. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 318: Logging In To The Ibmc Webui

    Runtime Environment (JRE) of the required versions have been installed on the local PC. For details about the system configuration requirements of the local PC, Huawei Rack Server iBMC User Guide Ensure that the local PC meets the following networking conditions: ●...
  • Page 319 ● If "There is a problem with this website's security certificate" is displayed, click Continue to this website (not recommended). ● If the Security Alert dialog box indicating a certificate error is displayed, click Yes. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 320: Logging In To The Ibmc Cli

    The following data is required for logging in to the iBMC CLI: ● IP address of the iBMC management network port ● iBMC user name and password The default iBMC user name is root, and the default password is Huawei12# Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 321 Run the following command in the terminal tool to log in to the iBMC CLI:. ipaddress telnet Logging In over the Serial Port Step 1 Set the serial port as the iBMC serial port. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 322 Step 2 Use a serial cable to connect the terminal serial port and the server serial port. Step 3 Open HyperTerminal and set the following parameters: The following parameters need to be set: ● Bits per second: 115200 ● Data bits: 8 Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 323: Logging In To The Server Using The Independent Remote Console

    Remote Console The independent remote console is a remote control tool developed based on the Huawei server management software iBMC and iMana 200. It plays the same functions as Remote Virtual Console provided by the iBMC WebUI and iMana 200 WebUI.

  • Page 324: Logging In To The Server Over A Serial Port Using Putty

    The server is configured for the first time at a site. ● A remote connection to the server cannot be established. Procedure Step 1 Download the latest version of PuTTY from the chiark website, and install PuTTY on the local PC. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 325 "n" indicates the serial port number, which is an integer. In COM Step 6 In the navigation tree, choose Session. Step 7 Select Serial under Connection type, as shown in Figure 9-7, and click Open. Figure 9-7 PuTTY Configuration window Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 326: Logging In To The Server Over A Network Port Using Putty

    Step 4 On the PC CLI, run the following command to check whether the server is reachable: Server IP address Ping Step 5 Double-click PuTTY.exe. The PuTTY Configuration window is displayed, as shown in Figure 9-8. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 327 Click Yes to proceed. Step 8 Enter the user name and password. NO TE If an incorrect user name or password is entered, you must set up a new PuTTY session. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 328: Opening The Remote Virtual Console

    Step 1 Log in to the iBMC WebUI. For details, see 9.2 Logging In to the iBMC WebUI. Step 2 Choose Remote. The Remote page is displayed, as shown in Figure 9-9. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 329 The two users can see each other's operations. ● Remote Virtual Console (Private Mode): allows only one user to access and manage the server at a time. The Remote Virtual Console is displayed, as shown in Figure 9-10. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 330: Querying The Mapping Between Nvme Drive Letters, Slot Ids, And Bus Ids In Linux

    Step 1 Open the command terminal on the OS. Step 2 Run the cd /sys/bus/pci/slots and ll commands in sequence to find the slot ID list shown in Figure 9-11. Figure 9-11 Slot IDs Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 331: Erasing Storage Media Data

    4. For example, "02.0" in 80 ID 0000:80:02.0 indicates the slot number. ----End 9.9 Erasing Storage Media Data Storage media data can be erased by using the Linux command badblocks or the Toolkit. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 332 The methods described in this section are for reference only. You can also use other methods to erase storage media data. NO TICE Exercise caution when performing this operation. The data erased cannot be restored. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 333 HD1 and its drive letter is /dev/sdb, run the badblocks -swft 0 /dev/sdb command to clear the data on HD1, as shown in Figure 9-16. Figure 9-16 Erasing data Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 334 ● The data erase operation takes time. ● If the badblocks -swft 0 command fails, contact Huawei technical support. Step 5 Remove the drive. For details, see 7.5 Removing a Drive.
  • Page 335 C and press Enter. Figure 9-20 Toolkit menu Step 10 Enter the user name and password as prompted. The CLI is displayed. NO TE The default user is root, and the password is Huawei12#$. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 336 Step 11 Run the fdisk -l command to view the partitions and run the d command to delete the partitions. See Figure 9-21 Figure 9-17. Figure 9-21 Viewing and deleting partitions Step 12 Run the ftk command to exit the CLI. ----End Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 337: More Information

    10.4 Maintenance Tools 10.1 Obtaining Help About This Chapter This topic describes how to contact Huawei for technical support if a fault persists during routine maintenance or troubleshooting. 10.1.1 Preparing to Contact Huawei Technical Support This topic describes how to prepare to contact Huawei technical support, including collecting fault information and preparing for debugging.

  • Page 338: Obtaining Technical Support

    Fault severity and expected rectification deadline Preparing for Debugging When you seek Huawei technical support, they may ask you to perform operations to further collect fault information or even rectify the fault. Therefore, you need to make preparations before seeking Huawei technical support. For example, obtain spare server parts and mezzanine modules, screwdrivers, screws, serial cables, network cables, and other necessary objects.

  • Page 339: Product Information

    Hotline: 400-830-2118 – Customer service hotline: support@huawei.com. Telecom carriers outside China: Global TAC Information. ● Contact technical support at your local Huawei office. 10.2 Product Information Table 10-1 provides common information about Huawei servers. Table 10-1 Product information Item Description...

  • Page 340: Maintenance Tools

    CPU quantity, and DIMM quantity are specified. 10.4 Maintenance Tools Table 10-3 lists the software tools required for routine maintenance of Huawei servers. Table 10-3 Software tools for routine maintenance Name Server Model and Software Description Version FusionServer Tools 2.0...
  • Page 341 Download link: ● Enterprise users: FusionDirector ● Carrier users: Contact the technical support personnel of your local Huawei office. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 342: Appendix

    The front-most element of a server, perpendicular to the PCB, which serves to mount connectors and indicators, and also seals the front of the chassis for airflow and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 343: Acronyms And Abbreviations

    (IEC) 60297-1 to measure the height of a cabinet or a chassis. 1U = 44.45 mm = 1.75 in. 11.2 Acronyms and Abbreviations alternating current BIOS basic input output system baseboard management controller calendar day command-line interface Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 344 Internet data center international electrotechnical commission IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers iBMC integrated baseboard management controller Internet protocol IPMI intelligent platform management interface keyboard, video, and mouse Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 345 SATA serial advanced technology attachment SDDC single device data correction SNMP simple network management protocol serial over LAN solid-state drive trusted computing group thermal design power TELNET telecommunication network protocol Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

  • Page 346: Sensor List

    CPU1: Components in positions U1000 and U59 on the mainboard. CPU 2: Components in positions U62 and U65 on the mainboard. N indicates the CPU ID. The value is 1 or 2. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 347 CPU status check CPU. ID. The value is 1 or 2. N Memory DIMM status check DIMM corresponding to N indicates the the CPU. DIMM ID. The value is 1 or 2. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 348 RAID controller card Component in position presence U21 on the mainboard. N Card Riser Entity presence Mainboard U21. indicates the number of the active board. The value is 1 or 2. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 349 N indicates the SSD Disk SSD temperature SSD. physical drive slot number. No SD Card SD card status System Notice Hot restart notice Collect error information for the fault diagnosis program. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Page 350 Host Loss System monitoring software (BMA) link lost detection N Temp PCIe RAID PCIe RAID controller card PCIe RAID controller N indicates the temperature card. RAID controller card ID. Issue 46 (2022-12-28) Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

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