configurationhphp-proliantmemory
I have problem with a new HP ProLiant DL320 G6 server. From the beginning it had to less memory, and now I have ordered more memory two times. Now I am struggling to populate the server with these memories.
I have two memories: HP 4GB 2Rx4 PC3-10600R-9 Kit
How should I populate them on the motherboard?
I have tried to understand the documentations, but it's very unclear for me. I have populated slot 1 and 4, but I can not start the server with that configuration.
You currently have UDIMM unbuffered RAM.
Your server can accommodate two CPUs. There are TWELVE DIMM slots, but only SIX of them are available if you have one CPU. Since your existing RAM is in two adjacent slots, you probably have a single CPU installed. You can use the six slots associated with that CPU for RAM.
The memory guide within the Quickspecs for the HP ProLiant ML150 G6 outline your RAM options.
The Memory Configuration Tool linked above will give you the specifics and part numbers needed to make this happen. Ideally, you'll want to use all registered RAM (fewer constraints). Look for HP part #500658-B21 for 4GB DIMMS.
Your Proliant DL320 G5 is fairly old and a very low-end system. Repair may not be worth it, given the options available now. But I'm assuming you're out of support and trying to self-repair.
This is a single power supply and single CPU socket server. That makes it easy to troubleshoot. I'd guess power supply, motherboard or CPU...
Your best indicator is the ILO2 log and the server's IML log. Have you looked into those yet?
I'd suggest following the troubleshooting steps outlined in the HP ProLiant Servers Troubleshooting Guide.
There are flowcharts which will help you narrow your issue down in a methodical fashion.
Also see: HP ProLiant DL360 G7 hangs at "Power and Thermal Calibration" screen
Best Answer
The memory/DIMM population rules are noted here:
http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/quickspecs/13344_na/13344_na.HTML#Memory
In summary... You have three channels of three slots per CPU. Populate the DIMMS in the order listed in the diagram... e.g. the first slot within each channel.