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Netra 240 Server Installation Guide

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Contents

Figures

Tables

Preface

1. Introduction

Overview

Features

Standard Server Configurations

Number of DC-Powered Servers Permitted in the Same Rack

Shipment Contents

Sun Advanced Lights Out Manager

Sun Install Check Tool

Sun Remote Services Net Connect Support

Installation Site Requirements

Physical Dimensions

Environmental Requirements

Recommended Operating Environment

Ambient Temperature

Ambient Relative Humidity

Airflow Considerations

Acoustic Noise Emissions

Calculating Heat Dissipation

NEBS Level 3 Certification

2. Installation Overview

Installation Overview

Installing the Bezel Air Filter

Installing Optional Components

3. Mounting the Server Into a Rack

Rackmounting Options

Hardmount in a 19-Inch 4-Post Rack

Sliding Rail Mount in a 19-Inch 4-Post Rack

Hardmount in a 600 mm 4-Post Rack

Hardmount in a 23-Inch 2-Post Rack

Hardmount in a 19-Inch 2-Post Rack

4. Connecting the Data Cables

Rear Cable Connections

Connecting the Chassis Grounding Cable

Connecting the Data Cables

Gigabit Ethernet Ports

Network Management Port

Serial Ports

Serial Management Port

Serial Port (10101)

Alarm Port

USB Ports

SCSI Port

5. Power Source Requirements and Connections

Operating Power Limits and Ranges

Estimated Power Consumption

DC Source Site Requirements

DC Supply and Ground Conductor Requirements

Overcurrent Protection Requirements

Assembling and Connecting the DC Input Power Cable

Assembling the DC Input Power Cable

Installing the Strain Relief Housings

Connecting the DC Input Power Cable to the Server

Connecting the AC Power Cables

6. Setting Up a System Console Device

Accessing the System Console Through a Terminal Server

Connecting the Server to a Terminal Server

Accessing the System Console Through a Terminal Server

Accessing the System Console Through an Alphanumeric Terminal

Accessing the System Console Through a TIP Connection

7. Powering On and Configuring the Server

Powering On the Server

Setting the Rotary Switch

Powering On From the Keyboard

Powering On Using the On/Standby Button

Powering Off the System Using the On/Standby Button

Configuring the Server

Software Configuration Worksheet

Configuring With the Server Details Registered as a Name Server

Configuring Without the Server Details Registered as a Name Server

Configuring a Standalone Server for the First Time

Clearing Your Configuration and Starting Again

Accessing Advanced Lights Out Manager (ALOM) Software

Displaying the ALOM Prompt

Displaying the Console Prompt

Taking Console Write Capability Away From Another User

A. Server Status Indicators

Front Panel Indicators

Hard Drive Indicators

Rear Panel Indicators

Ethernet Network Indicators

Index