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03-18-2014 10:38 AM
03-18-2014 10:38 AM
DL380e - replacing 25sff with 8sff + optical (cage, backplane)
HI. I'll try to keep this succinct.
A DL380e server was ordered and installed with a 25sff cage/backplane as shown on page 64 (3rd image) of this PDF: http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/quickspecs/14328_na/14328_na.pdf
This was a mistake. We need a maximum of 8 drives AND an optical drive as shown in the 1st image on page 64 of the PDF.
I would like to purchase swap out parts so that we have the configuration we need. Problem is that I can't seem to find the part numbers. I contact HP 'support' via chat and after 30 minutes on hold, I was told that 'it is not a good idea to do this as it is factory configured'. I couldn't get anything else out of the rep other than it's not a good idea.
So, to those experienced with parts. IS it a bad idea? If so, why? The server is not in production (yet).
If there should be no problem, where can I find the part numbers to order?
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03-18-2014 10:49 AM
03-18-2014 10:49 AM
Re: DL380e - replacing 25sff with 8sff + optical (cage, backplane)
Just a question to clarify....Is it that you need an on-board DVD in the server? Or can you use an external DVD via USB?
Without looking at both servers parts breakout, I would think it would be expensive to:
Replace the server bezel, on/off switch assy, internat drive cages (and possibly power and signal cables).
Regards,
Louis
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03-18-2014 10:52 AM
03-18-2014 10:52 AM
Re: DL380e - replacing 25sff with 8sff + optical (cage, backplane)
I wouldn't know about the expense since I don't know what part numbers are needed. Either way, I imagine it would be less expensive than buying a new server.
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03-18-2014 10:53 AM
03-18-2014 10:53 AM
Re: DL380e - replacing 25sff with 8sff + optical (cage, backplane)
OK Thanks...will look around...
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03-18-2014 11:46 AM
03-18-2014 11:46 AM
Re: DL380e - replacing 25sff with 8sff + optical (cage, backplane)
Ok,
Checking Service Guide, the only parts I think you would need are:
687959-001 Optical drive cage assy
675601-001 Optical drive module
687958-001 Front Panel assy
either one of these:
652294-001 DVD 8x24 ROM
652295-001 DVD+R/RW
You may need these cable kits:
687954-001 Misc cable kit
687955-001 Power cable kit
After you recv the parts, you would either need to call HP to have them installed, or if you do this then call to have them verify the server operation. Either one is a charge (labor) but is necessary to keep warranty valid.
This is no guarantee that HP will honor your warranty, so best to check with them. You may have to get prior approval (in writing) before-hand.
As far as parts swap...doesn't look hard at all. Remove left-hand 8SFF drive cage, remove far right-hand 4SFF drive cage. Replace right cage with Front panel. replace left cage with Optical Drive cage. On optical drive cage , mount optical drive module and DVD. The service guide may have additional pictures where cable plug up.
Good luck,
Louis
Disclaimer: I can't guarantee these are the only parts you need (may need screws). These are just the one's I see as needed.
R,
L
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03-18-2014 11:57 AM
03-18-2014 11:57 AM
Re: DL380e - replacing 25sff with 8sff + optical (cage, backplane)
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03-18-2014 12:55 PM
03-18-2014 12:55 PM
Re: DL380e - replacing 25sff with 8sff + optical (cage, backplane)
Found out by looking at maintenance guide again, you WILL need the following additional part:
684887-001 This should be the front panel for a server configuration of 8 SFF + 8 SFF.
The 25 SFF disk server has an entirely different front panel and backplane assy and comes as 1 part.
Sorry for the confusion.
Louis