ProLiant ML770

The ProLiant ML770 is the 32 processor capable, industry standard server from Compaq....

Feature Description
Models The two base system models available, 32P and 16P,  include two Cabinets.
Available in multiple configurations. Custom configurations are available from Compaq�s Custom Systems and Solutions (CSS) group. Contact CSS by sending e-mail to [email protected]
Processor Intel Pentium III Xeon processors 700 MHz
  • 16 processors ship standard in the 16P model.
  • 32 processors ship standard in the 32P model.
Cache Memory 2-MB level 2 writeback cache per processor standard.
Upgrade ability The 16P model only, is upgrade able to 32 processors. All models are upgrade able to future processor technology. 1
Memory
  • 32P model: Ships standard with 32 GB ECC protected SDRAM DIMMs. Maximum amount of memory is 32 GB. (64 GB future support)
  • 16P model: Ships standard with 16 GB ECC protected SDRAM DIMMs. Maximum amount of memory is 16 GB. (32 GB future support)
Network Controller
  • 32P Model: (4) Integrated Compaq NC3131 Fast Ethernet NIC Dual Port 64 PCI 10/100 NICs in PCI slots.
  • 16P Model: (2) Integrated Compaq NC3131 Fast Ethernet NIC Dual Port 64 PCI 10/100 NICs in PCI slots.(16P Model)
Expansion Slots
  • 32P Model: 64 Total I/O slots. 16 to 64 (slots available depending on configuration), 8 used 2
  • 16P Model: 32 Total I/O slots. 8 to 32 (slots available depending on configuration), 4 used
Storage Controllers
  • 32P model: (4) Integrated Ultra3 Controllers in PCI slots.
  • 16P model: (2) Integrated Ultra3 Controllers in PCI slots.
External Components
(installed in Support Cabinet)
  • Two Compaq ProLiant DL360 servers
  • 24-port Ethernet Switch
  • StorageWorks BA35A-35 Shelf
  • 2-port KVM switch
  • TFT5000R Flat panel Monitor
  • Rack Internal Trackball Keyboard
  • 436.8 GB (with optional drive cage)
  • Two 18.2-GB Wide Ultra3 SCSI 10,000 rpm 1 inch high, hot plug hard drives
  • 256-MB of memory ship standard per server, no memory expansions slots are available.
Graphics Integrated ATI Rage IIC Video Controller with 4MB Video Memory
Form Factor Both the System Cabinet and Support Cabinet are stand-alone cabinets: 27"W x 48"D x 69"H
Compaq Software
  • Compaq Insight Manager
The comprehensive system management tool that monitors the operation of Compaq servers, and clients. 
  • Compaq Insight Manager XE
Compaq Insight Manager XE leverages the power of the Internet to provide web-based systems management, and plays a key role in Compaq�s strategy to simplify IT management. Compaq Insight Manager XE reduces systems management cost, improves operational efficiency and effectiveness, and minimizes systems downtime.
  • Compaq SmartStart
The server configuration and software integration tool from Compaq. SmartStart version supported (minimum): SmartStart 5.00.
  • Array Configuration Utility (ACU) with Smart Array Controllers
Same easy to use yet powerful GUI configuration utility and easy to navigate wizards for all Smart Array Controllers.
Manageability Compaq Insight Manager
Availability
  • Hardware partitioning with independent partitions
  • Hot Swap I/O cages
  • Redundant Hot Plug Fans
  • Dynamic sector repairing and drive parameter tracking (with Smart Array controllers)
  • Hot Plug Dual Port 10/100 TX NIC
  • Redundant Hot Plug Power Supplies
  • ECC Memory
Power Supply 16 redundant hot plug power supplies (10 in 16P Model) requiring three-phase power.
OS Support Microsoft Windows 2000 Datacenter
Service and Support Compaq Services provides a full range of service offerings, including a one-year, limited warranty fully supported by a worldwide network of resellers and service providers, lifetime toll-free 7 x 24 hardware technical phone support, and Pre-Failure Warranty coverage of hard drives, memory and processors. In addition, Compaq Services offers Site Inspection, Installation Support, and Warranty Upgrades to 4 hour response, Software Support, and full Account Management Solutions. Disaster recovery services are available through partnership with Comdisco. 3
Note 1: Upgrade performed by Compaq Global Services.
Note 2: All I/O slots are using a 64-bit/33-MHz Hot Swap I/O bus.
Note 3: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Consult the Compaq Customer Support Center at 1-800-345-1518 for details.
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Product Overview

The ProLiant ML770 delivers maximum scale-up (single server) performance in the ProLiant line, with 32 Pentium III Xeon processors, large SDRAM memory capacity and huge I/O expansion. This system is based on the Cellular Multi-Processing (CMP) architecture, designed for maximum performance and scalability. Compaq has upgraded the CMP architecture by adding additional high-availability features, Compaq storage and options. All these capabilities fit into a 40U, 2-cabinet system. One cabinet houses the CPUs and Memory, the second cabinet houses the system support components. The System Cabinet, (right side in image above), contains the 32 processor capable system. The Support Cabinet, (left side in image above), includes the following:
  • Two Compaq ProLiant DL360 servers
  • 24-port Ethernet Switch
  • StorageWorks BA35A-BA system to hold boot devices
  • Windows 2000 Datacenter Server
  • 32 or 16 Pentium® III Xeon� 700 MHz processors
  • 2-MB L2 Cache per processor
  • 32-GB Memory (32P Model) or 16-GB Memory (16P Model) standard (future support for 64-GB Memory)
  • 16 to 64 slots (64-bit/33-MHz Hot Swap I/O) available depending on configuration
  • 8 to 32 slots (64-bit/33-MHz Hot Swap I/O) available depending on configuration
  • Four (32P Model) or two (16P Model) Integrated Compaq NC3131 Fast Ethernet NIC Dual Port 64 PCI 10/100 (in PCI slots)
  • Four (32P Model) or two (16P Model) Integrated Ultra3 SCSI Controllers
  • 16 hot plug redundant power supplies (10 hot plug redundant power supplies for 16P Model)
  • Six hot plug redundant system fans
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Glossary on Technology
L1 L2 L3 Caches
PCI Technology
EM64T in DL580G3
Online Spare Memory in DL580G3
Hot Plug Memory in DL580G3
Hotplug RAID Memory in DL580G3
Single and Dual Rank DIMMs in DL580G3
USB 2.0, USB1.0, USB1.1 Speeds
Advanced ECC Memory
Battery-Backed Cache charging time: Storage controller Smart Array 6i Controller (integrated on system board); optional Battery-Backed Cache holds 128MB of data and battery charge life is 72 hours.
RAID Level Power Point Slides
Proliant Servers Operating System Support
RAID Description and Diagrams (at local Website)
Server NICs WBT
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