Sun Blade X6270 Server Module Installation Guide

This chapter contains the following topics:

• Installing the Server Module Into the Chassis
• Powering On the Server Module
• Attaching Devices to the Server Using a Dongle Cable

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Installing the Server Module Into the Chassis

Consult the following sections when installing a server module into a powered on chassis:

• Before You Begin
• Install Server Module Into a Powered-On Chassis

Before You Begin

Prior to installing the server module into a powered-on chassis, ensure that the following requirements are met.

• Ensure that the following chassis components are installed and powered-on in the Sun Blade 6000 or 6048 Series Chassis.
• Chassis monitoring module (CMM).
• Network express modules (NEMs)
• All required cabling to the chassis are attached.
• The system chassis is powered-on.

For information about installing chassis components, attaching cables, and powering on the chassis, see the Sun Blade 6000 or 6048 Series Chassis documentation at: http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/prod/blade.srvr#hic

• Review the required installation tasks for properly installing and setting up the Sun Blade X6270 Server Module in the Sun Blade 6000 or 6048 Series Chassis documentation.

For more information, see TABLE 1-4.

• If applicable, install the following optional server module components prior to installing the server module into the system chassis:
• FEM, REM, DIMMs, and CPU

For instructions, see Chapter 2.

• Use a grounded antistatic wrist strap or equivalent safety equipment to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) when you install the Sun Blade server module into the system chassis.

Caution - To protect electronic components from electrostatic damage, which 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.

1. Verify that the Sun Blade 6000 or 6048 Series Chassis is powered-on.

When the chassis is powered-on, the fans are operating and the OK/Power LED illuminates a steady on green light. The OK/Power LED is located on both the front and rear panels of the chassis. If the chassis is not powered-on, refer to the system chassis documentation.

2. In the front of the chassis, locate and remove the desired server module filler panel.

Pull the lever out and eject the filler panel.

Caution - If you are not installing a server module into a slot, do not remove the server module filler panel from the slot. The server module filler panel is required to meet FCC standards for electromagnetic interference (EMI).

3. Position the server module vertically so that the ejectors are on the right and extend outward.

The following illustrations show the server module being inserted into the Sun Blade 6000 Modular System; your chassis might differ. See box 1 in FIGURE 3-1.

FIGURE 3-1 Inserting the Server Module Into the Chassis

4. Push the server module into the slot until the server module stops and is flush with the chassis.

See Boxes 2 and 3 in FIGURE 3-1.

5. To lock the server module into the chassis, do the following:

• Rotate the top ejector down until it snaps into place. See Box 3 in FIGURE 3-1.
• Rotate the bottom ejector up until it snaps into place. See Box 3 in FIGURE 3-1

The server module is locked in the chassis (Box 4 FIGURE 3-1) and Standby power is applied to the server module SP.

FIGURE 3-2 Sun Blade X6270 Server Module Front Panel LEDs

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Powering On the Server Module

After installing a server module into a powered-on chassis, the server module SP automatically boots and standby power from the chassis power supplies is supplied directly to the server module SP. At this time, you can connect to Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM) and configure an IP address. However, to install an operating system or to fully operate the server module, you must apply main power to the server module host.

For more information about the Sun Blade X6270 Server Module power states, see the following topics:

• Verify Standby Power State on Server
• Apply Main Power to Server SP and Host
• Power Off the Server
• Troubleshoot Server Power States

1. Verify that the system chassis is powered-on.

A steady-on green light should be visible from the chassis OK/Power LED.

If the chassis is not powered on, refer to the system chassis documentation for instructions on powering on the system chassis.

2. Ensure that the OK/Power LED on the server module illuminates a standby blink.

The OK/Power LED on the server module front panel illuminates a standby blink (0.1 second on, 2.9 seconds off). The standby blink indicates that the server module SP is active but the server module host is powered off.

At this time, standby power is supplied to the server module SP enabling you to connect to ILOM and configure an IP address. Note that main power to the server module host must be applied prior to installing an operating system.

1. Verify that the OK/Power LED on the front panel of the server module is in a standby blink state.

In standby power state, the OK/Power LED on the front panel of the server module illuminates a slow blink (0.1 second on, 2.9 seconds off).

2. Use a non-conductive pointed object or stylus to press and release the recessed Power button on the server module front panel.

The OK/Power LED on the server module front panel illuminates a steady-on green light. The steady-on LED state indicates that the server module SP and host are both powered-on.

  To power off the server module from main power mode, use one of the following two methods:

• Graceful shutdown - Use a pointed object or stylus to press and release the Power button on the front panel.

This operation will cause any Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) enabled operating system to perform an orderly shutdown of the operating system. Servers not running ACPI-enabled operating systems will shut down to standby power mode immediately.

• Emergency shutdown - Press and hold the Power button for four seconds to force main power off and to enter standby power mode.

Each time a server module powers on in the Sun Blade 6000 or 6048 Series Chassis, it queries the CMM to ensure that there is enough power available from the power supply units (PSUs) to power on the server. If there is not enough power to power on the server module, the SP denies the server module from receiving power (standby and main). If this situation occurs, the OK/Power LED on the front panel of the server module will remain off. To troubleshoot this power issue, follow these guidelines:

1. Review the ILOM event log messages to determine whether the server module has permission to power on. An event message is recorded in the log any time there is inadequate amount of power available from the PSUs to power on the server module.

For more information about the ILOM event log or monitoring power consumption, refer to the Sun Integrated Lights Out Manager 2.0 User’s Guide (820-1188) or the Sun Integrated Lights Out Manager 2.0 User’s Guide (see Related Documentation for part numbers.

2. Ensure that the system chassis has the proper amount of power supplies installed to support powering on all the chassis components that are currently installed.

Refer to the system chassis documentation for information about the number of power supplies required to power on chassis components.

3. To avoid power loss, it is recommended that you use the default CMM power management settings for power supplies in ILOM.

For more information about power management, refer to “Power Management Policy” in the Sun ILOM 2.0 Supplement for X6270 Server Module (820-6180).

4. As needed, refer to the Sun x64 Server Diagnostics Guide (820-6750) for instructions on how to run the start-up diagnostic tools provided with the Sun Blade X6270 Server Module.

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Attaching Devices to the Server Using a Dongle Cable

Your system chassis is shipped with a dongle cable that enables you to connect communication devices directly to the Sun Blade X6270 Server Module. The X6270 Server Module supports one of two types of dongle cables:

• 3-Cable Dongle II (P/N 530-3936 Option # 4622A). This cable provides a VGA connector, RJ-45 serial connector, and one dual USB connector.
• 4-Cable Dongle (P/N 530-3934 Option # 4621A). This cable provides a VGA connector, DB-9 serial connector, RJ-45 serial connector, and one dual USB connector.

Caution - The RJ-45 serial connector on the 4-Cable Dongle is not functional on the Sun Blade X6270 Server Module. To establish a local serial connection with the Sun Blade X6270 Server Module, use the RJ-45 serial connector that is available on the 3-Cable Dongle II or the DB-9 serial connector on the 4-Cable Dongle.

You can use the VGA or USB connectors on the dongle cable to communicate with the server module BIOS and operating system. Or, you can use the serial connector to communicate with the server module SP.

Caution - You should use the dongle cable for configuration and service purposes. Disconnect the dongle cable from the server module after the configuration or service operation is complete to avoid damaging the cable.

1. Insert the dongle cable into the universal connector port (UCP) on the server module front panel.

See FIGURE 3-3.

2. Attach the connectors on the dongle cable to the appropriate devices.

See Dongle Cable Connectors.

FIGURE 3-3 Dongle Cable Connections

Sun Blade X6270 Server Module Installation Guide

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