Setting Up the Server Hardware

C H A P T E R 1

This chapter describes how to insert the Sun Blade X6240 server module into the chassis, how to power on and power off the server module, and how to connect the dongle cable to the server module.

This chapter contains the following topics:

Terms Used in This Guide

Inserting the Server Module

Powering On and Powering Off the Server Module

Using a Dongle Cable for Testing

Terms Used in This Guide

Note the following terms used in this book:

The term server module refers to the blade or blade server hardware.

The term chassis refers to the modular system hardware.

The term Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM) refers to the built-in system management software that enables the monitoring and managing of installed components in the chassis and server module.

The term service processor (SP) refers to the hardware portion of the ILOM. The SP is capable of functioning independently of the server operating system as well as in power off situations.

The term chassis management module (CMM) refers to the chassis-level ILOM.

Installation Overview

After unpacking your server module, perform the following tasks:

1. Insert the server module into the chassis.

See Inserting the Server Module.

2. Connect all cables, peripherals, and power cords to the chassis.

See the installation guide for your chassis.

3. Power on the server module.

See Powering On and Powering Off the Server Module.

4. Connect to the server module through the service processor on the chassis management module or through the service processor on the server module itself.

This book assumes that the service processor software on the chassis, called the CMM ILOM, is already configured. See Chapter 2, Setting Up the Server Software of this guide.

5. Configure either the preinstalled Solaris or OpenSolaris Operating System, or install a supported operating system of your choice.

Refer to Configuring the Preinstalled Solaris 10 Operating System or Configuring the Preinstalled OpenSolaris Operating System. See also the Sun Blade X6240 Server Module Operating System Installation Guide (820-3969).

6. Customize your server, as needed.

For more information, see the Sun ILOM documentation:

Sun Integrated Lights Out Manager 2.0 User’s Guide (820-1188)

Sun Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM) Supplement for Sun Blade X6240 Server Module (820-3974)

Addendum to the Sun Integrated Lights Out Manager 2.0 User’s Guide (820-4198)

Inserting the Server Module

Caution - Before handling components, attach an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap to bare metal on the chassis. Both the front and back of the chassis have grounded locations. The system’s printed circuit boards and hard disk drives contain components that are extremely sensitive to static electricity.

To Insert the Server Module

1. Locate the desired server module slot in the chassis.

2. (Optional) Remove the slot filler panel, if applicable.

Pull the lever out and eject the filler panel.

Note - Other filler panels should remain in any unused slots as they ensure the chassis complies with FCC limits on electromagnetic interference (EMI).

3. Position the server module vertically so that the ejectors are on the right and extended outwardly.

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 1-1.

FIGURE 1-1 Inserting the Server Module Into the Chassis

Graphic inserting the blade into the chassis

4. Push the server module into the slot until the server module stops.

See Box 2 in FIGURE 1-1.

5. Rotate the ejectors down until they snap into place.

The server module is now flush with the chassis and the ejectors are locked. See Boxes 3 and 4 in FIGURE 1-1.

Powering On and Powering Off the Server Module

You have to apply only standby power to the server module at this point so that you can perform initial configuration of the service processor (SP). Procedures for powering on to main power mode and for shutting down from main power mode are also included in this section.

To Apply Standby Power for Initial Service Processor Configuration

Use this procedure to apply standby power to the service processor (SP) before initial configuration.

1. Connect grounded AC power cords to the AC power connectors on the back panel of the chassis and to grounded AC power outlets. For details, see your chassis documentation.

In standby power mode, the blue (Ready to Remove) LED is illuminated, indicating that the SP is working. See FIGURE 1-2 for the LED location.

Note - At this point, standby power is supplied only to the service processor and power supply fans.

2. Continue with initial software setup tasks, as described in Chapter 2 of this guide.

To Power on Main Power for All Server Module Components

1. Verify that standby power is on.

In standby power mode, the blue (Ready to Remove) LED is illuminated. See FIGURE 1-2.

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

When main power is applied to all server module components, the green Power LED above the Power button lights and remains lit.

FIGURE 1-2 Sun Blade X6240 Server Module Front Panel

Graphic showing the blade server front panel with the power button and Power LED.

Legend

1	White LED-Locate
2	Blue LED-Ready to Remove
3	Amber LED-Service Action Required
4	Green LED-Power
5	Power button/standby
6	Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI) button (Service only)
7	Universal Connector Port (UCP), used for dongle cable
8	Green LED-Disk OK
9	Amber LED-Disk Service Action Required
10	Blue LED-Disk Ready to Remove

To Shut Down Main Power Mode

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

Graceful shutdown. Use a ballpoint pen or other stylus to press and release the Power button on the front panel. This causes Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) enabled operating systems 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.

When main power is off, the blue (Ready to Remove) LED on the front panel will be illuminated, indicating that the server module is in standby power mode.

Note - To power off the server module completely, you must disconnect the AC power cords from the back panel of the chassis. This will remove power from all the blades in the chassis.

Using a Dongle Cable for Testing

Your chassis ships with a dongle cable. The dongle enables you to plug devices directly into the front of the server module for testing.

Caution - The dongle cable should be used only for configuration and service purposes. It should be disconnected from the server module when the configuration or servicing operation is completed.

If you have a dongle cable connected to a server module, it must be removed before closing the door of a rack cabinet. The dongle cable may be damaged if it is not removed before the cabinet door is closed.

To Use a Dongle Cable for Testing

1. Insert the dongle cable into the universal connector port (UCP) on the server module front panel. See FIGURE 1-3.

2. Connect device to the dongle cable connections, as appropriate.

FIGURE 1-3 Dongle Cable Connections

Graphic showing the dongle cable connections

Legend

	Connector	Status
1	Dual USB 2.0 connectors	Used
2	Serial port connector	Used
3	VGA video connector	Used