Sun Fire T1000 Server Installation Guide
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Preparing for Installation
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This chapter describes the Sun Fire T1000 server installation, and provides background information about the installation procedures that begin in Chapter 2.
FIGURE 1-1 Sun Fire T1000 Server
This chapter contains these topics:
Tools Needed
- No. 2 Phillips screwdriver
- ESD mat and grounding strap
Shipping Kit Inventory List
Standard components of Sun Fire T1000 server are installed at the factory. However, if you ordered options such as additional memory or a PCI card, these are shipped to you separately.
Note - Inspect the shipping carton for evidence of physical damage. If a shipping carton appears damaged, request that the carrier's agent be present when the carton is opened. Keep all contents and packing material for the agent's inspection.
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Verify that you have received all the parts of your system:
- Sun Fire T1000 server
- Mounting rail assemblies (x2)
- Mounting rail extension brackets (x2)
- Package of mounting screws and nuts
- Cable management bracket
- Package of cable straps
- Serial DB-9 connector to RJ-45 connector conversion cable
- Documentation and software license
- Any optional components that were ordered with your server
Optional Components
The standard components of the Sun Fire T1000 server are installed at the factory. However, if you ordered options such as additional memory or a PCI card, these are shipped separately. Install these components prior to installing the server in a rack.
If you ordered any other options that are not factory-installed, see the Sun Fire T1000 Server Service Manual for installation instructions.
Note - All internal components must be installed only by qualified service technicians.
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Caution - Electrostatic damage can permanently disable the system or require repair by Sun service technicians. Place components on an antistatic surface, such as an antistatic discharge mat, an antistatic bag, or a disposable antistatic mat. Wear an antistatic grounding strap connected to a metal surface on the chassis when you work on system components.
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Note - The list of optional components can be updated without notice. Refer to the Sun Store web site (http://store.sun.com) for the most current list of components supported in the Sun Fire T1000 server.
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Installation Overview
This installation guide provides procedures that must be performed in the following order.
1. Verify that you have received all of the components that ship with your server. See Shipping Kit Inventory List.
2. Gather configuration information for your system. See your system administrator for specific details, including these parameters:
- Gateway IP address
- IP address for the system controller
- Netmask
3. Install any optional Sun components shipped with your system. If you have purchased other optional components such as additional memory, install them prior to mounting the server in a rack. See Optional Components.
4. Mount the server into a rack or cabinet. See To Install the Server in the Rack.
Note - In the rest of this document, the term rack means either an open rack or a closed cabinet.
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5. Connect the server to a serial terminal or a terminal emulator (PC or workstation) to display system messages. See Powering On the System for the First Time.
Tip - The serial terminal or a terminal emulator should be connected before you connect the power cables. As soon as AC power is connected to the system, the system controller immediately powers on and runs diagnostics. Diagnostic test failures will be printed on the serial terminal. For more information, refer to the Advanced Lights Out Management (ALOM) CMT v1.2 Guide.
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6. Connect the data cables to the server, but do not connect the AC power cable yet. See Connecting the Server Cables.
7. Connect the AC power cable to the server and examine the display for any error messages. See Powering On the System for the First Time.
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Caution - There is a potential for electric shock if the server and related equipment are not properly grounded.
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Note - The system controller (SC) runs on the 3.3v standby voltage. As soon as AC power is connected to the system, the system controller immediately powers on, runs diagnostics, and initializes the ALOM-CMT firmware.
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8. After the system controller boots, access the ALOM-CMT command-line interface through the serial management port. See To Log In To the System Controller Using the Serial Management Port.
9. Configure the SC network management port. See To Configure the System Controller Network Management Port.
10. Enable the new configuration by resetting the system controller. See To Reset the System Controller.
11. Power on the server using the ALOM-CMT software. See To Initiate the Power On Sequence.
12. Configure the Solaris OS. See To Boot the Solaris Operating System.
The Solaris OS is preinstalled on the server. When you power on, you are automatically guided through the Solaris OS configuration procedure. See To Boot the Solaris Operating System.
13. Install any required patch or patches to the server.
Refer to the Sun Fire T1000 Server Product Notes for a list of the required patches.
14. (Optional) Load additional software from the Solaris media kit.
The Solaris media kit (sold separately) includes several CDs containing software to help you operate, configure, and administer your server. Refer to the documentation provided with the media kit for a complete listing of included software and detailed installation instructions.
Slide Rail Assembly Notes
The rackmount kit has two slide rail assemblies. Each slide rail assembly can be installed on either the right or left side of the rack.
A slide rail assembly consists of three main sections, a front section, a sliding rear section, and a removable mounting bracket (FIGURE 1-2). The rackmount kit also includes two extension brackets.
FIGURE 1-2 Slide Rail Assembly
The slide rail assembly has the following features:
- The front and rear sections form the slide rail. The front and rear sections expand to fit rack depths from 24 in. (610 mm) to 29.0 in. (737 mm).
- Extension brackets are included in the mounting rail kit. The extension brackets add 2.9 in. (73 mm) to the length of each slide rail.
- The mounting bracket slides 13 in. (330 mm) out of the slide rail, then locks in place. If you unlock the mounting bracket, it slides an additional 4 in. (100 mm) before separating from the slide rail. The mounting brackets mount directly to the sides of the Sun Fire T1000 chassis.
- There are two locks on each Sun Fire T1000 mounting bracket (FIGURE 1-3). The mounting bracket lock allows the mounting bracket to slide forward. The mounting bracket release allows you to remove the mounting bracket from the slide rail. You also use the release when pushing the mounting bracket into the slide rail.
FIGURE 1-3 Mounting Bracket Locks
Cable Management Notes
A cable management bracket (FIGURE 1-4) is included in the Sun Fire T1000 slide rail kit. The cable management bracket clips onto the slide rails. Use cable ties or cable straps to attach cabling to the bracket.
FIGURE 1-4 Cable Management Bracket
Three locks are located on the mounting bracket. One lock is located on the middle section of the slide rail.
Data Port and Cabling NotesPort Locations
FIGURE 1-5 shows the ports on the Sun Fire T1000 server.
FIGURE 1-5 Locations of Ports and Connectors on the Rear Panel
Cabling Notes
The following list describes the server's cable connections and ports:
- Minimum cable connections for the Sun Fire T1000 system:
- At least one system on-board Ethernet network connection (NET port)
- System controller serial management port (SERIAL MGT port)
- System controller network management port (NET MGT port)
- Power cable
- System controller (SC) management ports. There are two SC management ports for use with the ALOM-CMT system controller.
- The SC serial management port (labeled SERIAL MGT) uses an RJ-45 cable and is always available. This is the default connection to the ALOM-CMT system controller.
- The SC network management port (labeled NET MGT) is the optional connection to the ALOM-CMT system controller. See To Configure the System Controller Network Management Port. The SC network management port uses an RJ-45 cable for a 10/100BASE-T connection. This port does not support connections to Gigabit networks.
See the Sun Fire T1000 Server Overview for more information.
- Ethernet ports. The Sun Fire T1000 server Ethernet interfaces operate at 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps. The transfer rates for the Ethernet ports are given in TABLE 1-1.
TABLE 1-1 Ethernet Connection Transfer Rates
Connection Type
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IEEE Terminology
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Transfer Rate
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Ethernet
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10BASE-T
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10 Mbit/sec
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Fast Ethernet
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100BASE-TX
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100 Mbits/sec
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Gigabit Ethernet
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1000BASE-T
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1000 Mbit/sec
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- TTYA serial port. Use the Sun Fire T1000 DB-9 connector with a null modem cable for serial devices. This port appears as ttya in Solaris OS and OpenBoot PROM messages. This port is not connected to the SC serial management port.
- AC power cables. As soon as the AC power cables are connected to the power source, the server goes into standby mode and the ALOM-CMT system controller initializes.
Tip - The serial terminal or a terminal emulator should be connected before you connect the power cables. As soon as AC power is connected to the system, the system controller immediately powers on and runs diagnostics. Diagnostic test failures will be printed on the serial terminal. For more information, refer to the Advanced Lights Out Management (ALOM) CMT v1.2 Guide.
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Safety Precautions
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Caution - Deploy the antitilt bar (if installing in a cabinet) before beginning the installation.
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Sun Fire T1000 Server Installation Guide
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