HPE Generation 9 Server Installation Guide for

The Home Depot

This Guide Must Be Printed Out

and Taken With You to Site.
No Exceptions

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 Contents
 Arriving Onsite 1

 New Server Installation 2

 Server Identification Labels 2
 2 Post Rack Server Installation 3
 4 Post Rack Server Installation 4
 Cable Connections 6
 DAC Cable Connections for
“Host A” and “Host B” 7
 7’ Patch Cable Connections
for “Host A” and “Host B” 9
 7’ Patch Cables for “Host A” and “Host B”
That Need To Be Staged For The De-Installation
Site Visit 10
 “Host A” and “Host B” Power Connections 12

 Server IP Configuration Instructions 12

 Laptop IP Settings 12
 Store Host A: Accessing and Configuring the iLO 13
 Store Host B: Accessing and Configuring the iLO 17

 Close Out Tasks 20

 Tasks that can be completed during Final Verification 20
 Preparing to Check-Out From Site 21
 Deliverables List 22
 Checking Out From Site 22
 Appendix A – “Decommission Night Connections” 23

 Appendix B – “SSI3 Installation Checklist” 24

 Appendix C – “Laptop Setup” 25

 Appendix D – “DOA Server Instructions” 27

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 Arriving Onsite
1. Once you have arrived onsite you will need to contact your dispatch team. They will
email the Black Box Projects Help Desk and inform them of your arrival.
2. You will then go to the Service Desk and ask for an MOD.
3. You will introduce yourself to the MOD and let them know you are there for the SSI3
Project. (If they have any question about the project, refer them to their “MyProjects” web
portal for more details)
4. After introductions are made, you will then ask for MDF access and the location of the
new servers. If new servers cannot be located, please call the Black Box Projects
Bridge at: 1-408-792-6300 code: 645 999 751
5. The servers will have a “Hold For” sticker on them like the one shown below.

6. Once the servers are located, you will need to take a picture of the boxes as you
found them. This is to show that they were not opened and any damage to them, if
present, cannot be placed on you. This is a required deliverable.
7. You will then take an inventory of the equipment based on the list below. (If any
equipment is missing please call the Black Box Projects Bridge at 1-408-792-6300 code:
645 999 751)

8. The boxes and packing materials will need to be saved for the De-Install site visit. DO
NOT BREAKDOWN OR TRASH THE BOXES. They will be stored in the MDF. No other
area is acceptable. The location will then be noted on the Checklist located in
“Appendix B”. Instructions for what to do with the server boxes is located on page 21.
9. After inventory is complete, take a picture of the packing list that has the QA
signature on it. This is a required deliverable.
10. Upload the 2 pictures taken via the “Check-In Deliverables” link.
11. If any items are missing or damaged please call the Black Box Projects Bridge at
1-408-792-6300 code 645 999 751.

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 New Server Installation

1. THE STORE MUST BE CLOSED BEFORE YOU INSTALL THE NEW

SERVERS OR TOUCH ANYTHNG IN THE RACK.
2. Once the store is closed you can begin the installation of the new
servers.
3. Refer to page 3 for a 2 post rack and page 4 for a 4 post APC
cabinet.

DO NOT TOUCH OR DISCONNECT ANY OF THE

CABLES THAT GO TO THE EXISTING SERVERS.
THEY ARE ACTIVE AND WILL BE REMOVED ON
ANOTHER VISIT.

Server Identification Labels

1. It is recommended that the server identification labels be placed on
the servers prior to install. They are located in the bag of patch
cables, and should have been found during the inventory.
2. You will place the stickers on the servers in the locations shown
below.
3. The stickers need to be in the exact locations shown.
4. “Host A” is the top server and “Host B” is the bottom server.

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 2 Post Rack
Server Installation
1. Verify that 2 shelves are clear in the rack. (These must be the server
shelves)
2. If you have shelves to install, install them now.
3. All server shelves must have 4 screws each. If they do not have 4
screws, you will install 4 screws from the screws provided in your
inventory.
4. Place a server on the top shelf. This will become “Host A”.
5. Place a server on the shelf below it. This will become “Host B”.

Once the servers are installed please proceed to page 6 for

connection instructions.

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 4 Post APC Rack
Server Installation
1. Install the sliding rails for 1 new server 1u directly above the old
servers.

2. Install the rail pieces on each side of one new server.

3. Slide the new server into the rails. This server will become “Host B”.
4. Make sure the rail pieces “CLICK” when they are slid into the rails.
5. Install the other set of rails in the rack directly above the new Host B
server.
6. Note: Install the top server directly above the bottom server. Do not
leave any open space.
7. Install the rail pieces on the remaining new server.

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 4 Post APC Rack
Server Installation Cont.
8. Slide the remaining new server into the top set of rails. This server
will become “Host A”.
9. Make sure the rail pieces “CLICK” when they are slid into the rails.

Both servers should now be installed and the rack should look like the
picture below.

Once the servers are installed proceed to page 6 for

connection instructions.

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 Cable Connections

BE SURE YOU DO NOT DISCONNECT ANY

EXISTING PATCH CABLES. IF THERE IS A CABLE
IN A PORT YOU NEED TO USE, CALL THE BLACK
BOX PROJECTS HELP DESK BRIDGE LINE AT
1-408-792-6300
CODE: 645 999 751

The following pages are a step by step of how all of the

connections need to be made. All cables must go in the ports
specified. The 7’ patch cables have labels on them. The labels
range from 6000 to 6010. The 7’ patch cables must be plugged
in exactly as stated in the instructions below. The 7’ patch
cables will be installed in specific locations based on the label
that was placed on them at the staging center.
No Exceptions

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 DAC Cable Connections for
“Host A” and “Host B”

Ports are identified on the devices by the black squares.

PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT THE DAC CABLES ARE SEATED. YOU WILL NEED
TO GIVE EACH END A SLIGHT TUG AT THE DEVICE THAT IT IS PLUGGED
INTO. IF THEY ARE NOT SEATED PROPERLY OR THEY WERE INSTALLED
UPSIDE DOWN, THEN THE SITE WILL NOT PASS THE PORT CHECK. THIS
WILL CAUSE YOUR SITE TO BECOME DELAYED IN GETTING ITS PASSING
VERIFICATION.

“Host A” and “Host B” server to switch DAC Cable

Connections are located on the next page.

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 DAC Cable Connections for
“Host A” and “Host B”

PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT THE DAC CABLES ARE SEATED. YOU WILL NEED
TO GIVE EACH END A SLIGHT TUG AT THE DEVICE THAT IT IS PLUGGED
INTO. IF THEY ARE NOT SEATED PROPERLY OR THEY WERE INSTALLED
UPSIDE DOWN, THEN THE SITE WILL NOT PASS THE PORT CHECK. THIS
WILL CAUSE YOUR SITE TO BECOME DELAYED IN GETTING ITS PASSING
VERIFICATION.

7’ patch cable connections are located on the next page.

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 7’ Patch Cable Connections for
“Host A” and “Host B”

Before moving forward check the cables to make

sure they are installed correctly. If they are not
installed correctly your site will be delayed from
getting its final verification.
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 7’ Patch Cables for “Host A” and
“Host B” That Need To Be Staged For
The De-Installation Site Visit
These cables will be connected to the servers and staged above the
switches. THEY DO NOT GET PLUGGED INTO THE SWITCHES ON
THIS VISIT. These cables must not be plugged into the switches. If
these cables are plugged into the switches it will cause your port
check to fail. This will delay your sites final verification.

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 7’ Patch Cables for “Host A” and
“Host B” That Need To Be Staged For
The De-Installation Site Visit
These cables will be connected to the server and staged above the switches.
THEY DO NOT GET PLUGGED INTO THE SWITCHES ON THIS VISIT. These
cables must not be plugged into the switches. If these cables are plugged into
the switches it will cause your port check to fail. This will delay your sites final
verification.

Your staged cables should look like the picture below.

A loose knot at the end of the cable will keep it from being pulled back through.

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 “Host A” and “Host B”
Power Connections
1. There are 2 power connections per server. Each connection needs
to be plugged into a different power strip in the rack.
2. For 4 Post Racks both servers may have 1 power cord each that
connects to the same power strip. This is OK.
3. The servers may power on when you plug them in. You will hear
the fans kick to high if this happens. That is OK as well.
4. When all power cables are connected and the servers are
powered on, proceed to the next section “Server IP Configuration
Instructions”.

Server IP Configuration Instructions

Laptop IP Settings
1. Change your Laptops IP Configuration to match the information below.

2. After this is complete proceed to the section “Store Host A: Accessing

and Configuring the iLO” on page 13

If you do not know how to change

your laptops IP settings, use the
“Laptop Setup”guide in Appendix C
starting on page 25.

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 Server IP Configuration Instructions
Store Host A: Accessing and Configuring the iLO
1. Power on Store Host A by pressing the power button located on the front, right
side of the server.
2. Note: The server may already have powered on when the power cords were
connected earlier.
3. Locate the 7’ blue patch cable labeled 6000 that was routed to switch 1. This is
the iLO cable for Host A.
4. Remove this cable from the switch, if installed, and plug it into your laptop.
5. Open an internet browser on your laptop.
6. In the web address field type in: 192.168.1.1
7. If you see a warning show up. Click “Accept…” or Continue…”
8. The iLO splash page should load. (If it does not load, check your cable
connection between the Host A iLO and your Laptop or check the IP setting on
your laptop) Example of the iLO page is below.

9. Input the below into the fields and click “Log In”.
Local User Name: root
Password: changeme
10. On the left side of the window select “Network” then “iLO Dedicated Network
Port” from the drop-down list.
11. Select the “IPv4” tab on the top of the main screen.

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 Server IP Configuration Instructions
Store Host A: Accessing and Configuring the iLO Continued
12. Input the information from the IP Configuration Email you received into the
corresponding fields below.

13. At this point you will take a snip of your screen using the snipping tool.
14. Use the pen in the Snipping Tool and in a blank area draw an A, and then take a
picture of it with your phone. If using the laptop to upload pictures name the snip
using the format below (XXXX is the Site ID for the site you are at)
THD XXXX Host A. This is a required deliverable.
15. After the snip has been verified as saved correctly, Click “Submit” at the bottom
of the page.
16. You will see a warning pop up (shown below) that states “There are pending
changes that may not take effect until the iLO is reset”. This is normal.

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Store Host A: Accessing and Configuring the iLO Continued
17. Select the “IPV6” tab on the top of the main screen.
18. In the “IPV6” tab you will need to UNCHECK the boxes for the items below:
 Enable DHCPv6 in Stateful Mode (Address)
 Enable DHCPv6 in Stateless Mode (Other)
19. The only boxes that should be CHECKED are:
 iLO Client Applications use IPv6 first
 Enable Stateless Address Auto Configuration (SLAAC)
 Enable DDNS Server Registration
20. Click the “Submit” button at the bottom of the page.
21. You will see a warning pop up (shown below) that states “There are pending
changes that may not take effect until the iLO is reset”. This is normal.

22. Select the “General” tab on the top of the main screen.
23. The below information will need to be entered in:
 Enter the “Host Name” as: sthc01
 Enter the “Domain Name” as: st####.homedepot.com (#### is the 4 digit
store number for the site you are at)
 Verify that “Use iLO Dedicated Network Port” is checked and “Automatic” is
selected for the Link State.
14. Click the “Submit” button at the bottom of the page.
15. You will see a warning pop up (shown below) that states “There are pending
changes that may not take effect until the iLO is reset”. This is normal.

16. Click the “Reset” button at the bottom of the page. (This does not reset the
settings you just entered in. It applies them when it restarts)

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Store Host A: Accessing and Configuring the iLO Continued
17. A small window will pop up. (shown below)

18. Click “Ok” to reset the iLO. (The iLO will restart and the fans will become very
loud)
19. Remove the patch cable from your laptop and plug it into
Switch 1 / Module A / Port 16
20. After the iLO patch cable labeled 6000 is plugged into the switch and a link light
is verified, proceed to the next section “Store Host B: Accessing and
Configuring the iLO”.

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 Server IP Configuration Instructions
Store Host B: Accessing and Configuring the iLO

There is no need to make any changes to the IP settings on your

laptop. The configuration used for configuring Host A will work to
access Host B.

1. Power on Store Host B by pressing the power button located on the front, right
side of the server.
Note: The server may already have powered on when the power cords were
connected earlier.
2. Locate the 7’ blue patch cable labeled 6006 that was routed to switch 2. This is
the iLO cable for Host B.
3. Remove this cable from the switch, if installed, and plug it into your laptop.
4. Open an internet browser on your laptop.
5. In the web address field type in: 192.168.1.1
6. If you see a warning show up. Click “Accept…” or Continue…”
7. The iLO splash page should load. (If it does not load, check your cable
connection between the Host B iLO and your Laptop or check the IP setting on
your laptop) Example of the iLO page is below.

8. Input the below into the fields and click “Log In”.
Local User Name: root
Password: changeme
9. On the left side of the window select “Network” then “iLO Dedicated Network” from
the drop down list.

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Store Host B: Accessing and Configuring the iLO Continued
10. Select the “IPV 4” tab on the top of the screen.
11. Input the information from the IP Configuration Email you received into the
corresponding fields below.

12. At this point you will take a snip of your screen using the snipping tool.
13. Use the pen in the Snipping Tool and in a blank area draw a B, and then take a
picture of it with your phone. If using the laptop to upload pictures name the snip
using the format below (XXXX is the Site ID for the site you are at)
THD XXXX Host B. This is a required deliverable.
24. After the snip has been verified as saved correctly, Click “Submit” at the bottom
of the page.
25. You will see a warning pop up (shown below) that states “There are pending
changes that may not take effect until the iLO is reset”. This is normal.

26. Select the “IPV6” tab on the top of the main screen.
27. In the “IPV6” tab you will need to UNCHECK the boxes for the items below:
 Enable DHCPv6 in Stateful Mode (Address)
 Enable DHCPv6 in Stateless Mode (Other)
28. The only boxes that should be CHECKED are:
 iLO Client Applications use IPv6 first
 Enable Stateless Address Auto Configuration (SLAAC)
 Enable DDNS Server Registration
29. Click the “Submit” button at the bottom of the page.

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Store Host B: Accessing and Configuring the iLO Continued
30. You will see a warning pop up (shown below) that states “There are pending
changes that may not take effect until the iLO is reset”. This is normal.

31. Select the “General” tab on the top of the main screen.
32. The below information will need to be entered in:
 Enter the “Host Name” as: sthc02
 Enter the “Domain Name” as: st####.homedepot.com (#### is the 4 digit store
number for the site you are at)
 Verify that “Use iLO Dedicated Network Port” is checked and “Automatic” is selected
for the Link State.
33. Click the “Submit” button at the bottom of the page.
34. You will see a warning pop up (shown below) that states “There are pending
changes that may not take effect until the iLO is reset”. This is normal.

35. Click the “Reset” button at the bottom of the page. (This does not reset the
settings you just entered in. It applies them when it restarts)
36. A small window will pop up. (shown below)

37. Click “Ok” to reset the iLO. (The iLO will restart and the fans will become very
loud)
38. Remove the patch cable from your laptop and plug it into
Switch 2 / Module A / Port 16
39. After the iLO patch cable labeled 6006 is plugged into the switch and a link light
is verified, call the Black Box Projects Bridge Line at the number below.
1-408-792-6300
CODE: 645 999 751
40. Announce your site ID and that you are ready for testing. They will acknowledge
this and you will then be called back when it is complete.
This can take up to an hour to perform. If you do not hear from the Black
Box Projects Team in an hour, DO NOT LEAVE SITE, call the bridge line
back at the number above. Announce your site ID and ask for an update.
41. Proceed to the next section “Close Out Tasks”

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 Close Out Tasks
Tasks that can be completed during Final Verification
1. Dress the cabling for the new servers.
a. Cabling will need to be neat and the supplied Velcro used.
b. Excess slack in the cables can be coiled neatly like the example below.

2. Verify that the cables listed on the “Decommission Night Connections” sheet are
plugged into the back of the servers where indicated on the sheet. (Located in
Appendix A on page 23)
a. Take a picture of this sheet. It is a required deliverable.
b. Leave the sheet on top of the new “Host A”.
3. Place the “DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL” stickers on the right front of the old
servers.
a. You can peel back about a 1/2 inch of the label backing and affix that portion
of the label to the top of the EXISTING servers. Then fold the labels down so
they can be read from the front. See picture of the label and servers below.

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Tasks that can be completed during Final Verification
4. Get the server boxes ready for storage.
a. Take a picture of the boxes showing the packing material is in them. This is a
required deliverable.
b. Close the boxes and affix the “DO NOT THROW AWAY” sticker to them. The
sticker can be used to close the box. Picture of sticker below.

c. Take a picture of the boxes closed, stored neatly in the MDF, and the sticker
viewable. This is a required deliverable.
d. Server boxes must be stored in the MDF. No other location is
acceptable.
5. Take a wide picture of the front of the racks showing all rack sections
6. Take a wide picture of the back of the racks showing all rack sections.
7. The wide angle pictures are required deliverables.
8. Take a wide angle picture of the MDF from the MDF Door. We need to see the
overall condition of the MDF.
9. IF IT HAS BEEN MORE THAN AN HOUR AND YOU HAVE NOT HEARD
BACK FROM THE BLACK BOX PROJECTS TEAM, CALL THE BRIDGE LINE
AT THE NUMBER BELOW AND ASK FOR AN UPDATE. DO NOT LEAVE
SITE.
Black Box Projects Bridge
1-408-792-6300
Code: 645 999 751

Preparing to Check-Out From Site

1. After you have received Final Verification, get the MoD to fill out and sign the
“SSI3 Installation Checklist” (Appendix B page 24). The checklist must be filled
out. Make sure that either “yes” or “no” is circled.
2. Take a picture of this form after it is completed and signed. It is a required
deliverable.
3. Clean up the MDF and throw away any trash that is from the new server install.
4. Proceed to the next page of this guide (page 22) for the complete deliverables list
and the check-out instructions.

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Deliverables List
1. Check-In Deliverables. (Select from provided Master Link)
These are for reference only. These should have already been submitted.
a. Picture of the boxes showing where we found them and the condition they were in.
b. Picture of the Inventory QA form/packing list that was in or on the Server boxes.

2. Check-Out Deliverables (Select from provided Master Link)

These pictures are required. There is no need for additional pictures not on this
list. If you upload more than is needed it will delay check out, as it is more for the
team to review. Make sure all pictures are clear and focused. All pictures of forms
must be taken so the text is legible.
a. Picture of the “Host A” iLO IPV4 snip either named or A written on the picture.
b. Picture of the “Host B” iLO IPV4 snip either named or B written on the picture.
c. Wide picture of the front of the racks showing all the rack sections.
d. Wide picture of the back of the racks showing all the rack sections.
e. Picture of both server boxes open, showing the Styrofoam in them.
f. Picture of the new server boxes showing they have labels and that they are stored in
the MDF.
g. Picture of the “SSI3 De-Install Night Connections” sheet.
h. Picture of the completed and signed “SSI3 Installation Checklist”.

Checking Out From Site

1. After all deliverables are submitted. IF YOU REPLACED A DOA SERVER, BE SURE
TO COMPLETE THAT LINK AS WELL.
2. Call the Black Box Projects Bridge at the number below, announce your site ID, and
inform them you are ready for check out.
Black Box Projects Bridge
1-408-792-6300
Code: 645 999 751

3. Deliverables will be reviewed while you are on the phone. Any missing or incorrect
deliverables will need to be corrected before you can check out. MAKE SURE YOU
ONLY SUBMIT THE REQUIRED DELIVERABLES. Incorrect or blurry pictures will
delay your check-out.
4. After all deliverables are approved you will be cleared to leave site.
5. On your way out, remind the MOD that the server boxes must not be thrown away and
those they need to be left in the MDF for the next visit to the site.

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 Appendix A
“De-Install Night Connections”

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 Appendix B
“SSI3 Installation Checklist”

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 Appendix C
“Laptop IP Setup”
Laptop Setup
1. Power on Store Host A by pressing the power button located on the front,
right side of the server.
Note: The server may already have powered on when the power cords
were connected.
2. Locate the 7’ blue patch cable labeled 6000 that was routed to switch 1. This
is the iLO cable for Host A
3. Connect the other end of the 7’ blue patch cord to the Ethernet port on your
laptop.
4. On your laptop you will need to change the Internet Protocol Properties to a
specific static IP. The below steps will walk you through this.
5. Locate the Start Menu on your laptop.

6. Click on it to expand the Start menu.

7. In the search box type – Network
8. DO NOT HIT ENTER FOR THE SEARCH.

9. A list will populate, you should see “Network and Sharing Center”, click it.
10. When in the network and sharing center, you will need to select “Change
Adaptor Settings” on the right side of the screen.

11. You will need to select the appropriate LAN connection for the port you have
the patch cord plugged into. It will be listed with an icon like below:

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“Laptop IP Setup”

Server IP Configuration Instructions

Laptop Setup Continued
12. When you have located the network icon for your “Local Area Connection”, you
will right click it, and select “Properties”.
13. When the “Local Area Connections Properties” windows pops up, you will click
““Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPV4)”, and then click “Properties” for it.

14. After “Properties” is clicked, a new window will pop up like the one below.

15. Select “Use the following IP address”

16. Enter the information below into the fields and then click “OK” for that window.

17. Close all windows for “Network and Sharing”. Then proceed back to the section
“Store Host A – Accessing and Configuring the iLO”.

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 Appendix D
“DOA Server Instructions”

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