Preparing for the Installation
Confirming Server Specifications
Optional Component Installation
Stabilize the Rack for Installation
Install Server Into the Slide Rail Assemblies
Verify Operation of Slide Rails and CMA
Rear Panel Connectors and Ports
Connect the Ethernet Network Cables
Connect the Network Module Cables
Powering On the Server for the First Time
Connect a Terminal or Emulator to the SER MGT Port
Power On the System for the First Time
Oracle Solaris OS Configuration Parameters
Assign a Static IP Address to the SP
Understanding System Administration Resources
Platform-Specific Oracle ILOM Features
Oracle VM Server for SPARC Overview
Hardware Management Pack Overview
Source for Downloading Hardware Management Pack Software
Hardware Management Pack Documentation
Display the Oracle ILOM -> Prompt
Reset the Server From the Oracle Solaris OS
Reset the Server From Oracle ILOM
Reset the SP to Default Values
Important Hardware RAID Guidelines
Disk Zones for SPARC T3-1 Servers With Sixteen-Disk Backplanes
Displaying Disk Zone Information
Enabling and Disabling Disk Zoning In the Field
Prepare to Use the FCode Utility
Hot Spare Drives in RAID Volumes (LSI)
Determining If a Drive Has Failed
RAID Drive Replacement Strategies
Changing Server Identification Information
Change Customer FRUdata Information
Change System Identifier Information
Restore Host Power State at Restart
Specify Host Power State at Restart
Disable or Re-Enable Power-On Delay
Specify Parallel Boot of the SP and Host
Configure Host Behavior With the Keyswitch State
Disable or Re-Enable Network Access to the SP
Display the DHCP Server IP Address
Using an In-band Connection to the SP
Configure the Host Boot Mode of Oracle VM Server for SPARC
Change the Host Boot Mode Behavior at Reset
Manage the Host Boot Mode Script
Display Host Boot Mode Expiration Date
Override OpenBoot PROM Settings to Reset the Server
Configuring Server Behavior at Restart
Specify Behavior When the Host Resets
Specify Behavior When the Host Stops Running
Specify Behavior at Boot Timeout
Specify Behavior if Restart Fails
Specify Maximum Restart Attempts
Enabling Automatic System Recovery
Identifying WWN-Designated SAS2 Devices
probe-scsi-all Output Example (SPARC T3-1, Eight-Disk Backplane)
probe-scsi-all Output Example (SPARC T3-1, Sixteen-Disk Backplane)
probe-scsi-all Output Example (SPARC T3-4)
Identify a Disk Slot Using probe-scsi-all (OBP)
Identify a Disk Slot Using prtconf (Oracle Solaris, Onboard Controllers)
Identify a Disk Slot Using prtconf (Oracle Solaris, Single Initiator)
WWN Syntax in an OS Installation on a Specific Device
WWN Syntax in an OS Installation on a RAID Volume
Infrastructure Boards in the Server
Interpreting Log Files and System Messages
Using the Oracle Solaris Predictive Self-Healing Feature
Managing Components With Automatic System Recovery Commands
Checking if SunVTS Software Is Installed
Find the Chassis Serial Number
Understanding Component Replacement Categories
Hot Service, Replaceable by Customer
Cold Service, Replaceable by Customer
Cold Service, Replaceable by Authorized Service Personnel
Removing Power From the System
Power Off the Server (Service Processor Command)
Power Off the Server (Power Button - Standby Mode)
Power Off the Server (Emergency Shutdown)
Positioning the System for Servicing
Extend the Server to the Maintenance Position
Remove the Server From the Rack
Attaching Devices to the Server
Locate a Faulty Hard Disk Drive
Remove a Hard Disk Drive Filler Panel
Install a Hard Disk Drive Filler Panel
Verify Hard Disk Drive Functionality
Verify Fan Module Functionality
Verify Power Supply Functionality
Servicing Memory Risers and DIMMs
Locate a Faulty DIMM (DIMM Fault Remind Button)
Locate a Faulty DIMM (show faulty Command)
Increase Server Memory With Additional DIMMs
Remove a Memory Riser Filler Panel
Install a Memory Riser Filler Panel
DIMM Configuration Error Messages
Remove a DVD Drive or Filler Panel
Install a DVD Drive or Filler Panel
Servicing the System Lithium Battery
Servicing Expansion (PCIe) Cards
Remove a PCIe Card Filler Panel
Cable an Internal SAS HBA PCIe Card
Install a PCIe Card Filler Panel
Verify Fan Board Functionality
Verify Motherboard Functionality
Servicing the Service Processor
Service Processor Firmware and Configuration
Verify Service Processor Functionality
Servicing the Hard Disk Drive Backplane
Remove the Hard Disk Drive Backplane
Install the Hard Disk Drive Backplane
Verify Hard Disk Drive Backplane Functionality
Servicing the Power Supply Backplane
Remove the Power Supply Backplane
Install the Power Supply Backplane
Verify Power Supply Backplane Functionality
Returning the Server to Operation
Return the Server to the Normal Rack Position
This section describes important safety information that you need to know prior to removing or installing parts in the server.
For your protection, observe the following safety precautions when setting up your equipment:
Follow all cautions and instructions marked on the equipment and described in the documentation shipped with your system.
Follow all cautions and instructions marked on the equipment and described in the SPARC T3-2 Safety and Compliance Guide.
Ensure that the voltage and frequency of your power source match the voltage and frequency inscribed on the equipment's electrical rating label.
Follow the electrostatic discharge safety practices as described in this section.
Note the meanings of the following symbols that might appear in this document:
Caution - There is a risk of personal injury or equipment damage. To avoid personal injury and equipment damage, follow the instructions. |
Caution - Hot surface. Avoid contact. Surfaces are hot and might cause personal injury if touched. |
Caution - Hazardous voltages are present. To reduce the risk of electric shock and danger to personal health, follow the instructions. |
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) sensitive devices, such as the Flash Modules, PCI cards, hard disk drives, and DIMMS, require special handling.
Caution - Circuit boards and hard disk drives contain electronic components that are extremely sensitive to static electricity. Ordinary amounts of static electricity from clothing or the work environment can destroy the components located on these boards. Do not touch the components along their connector edges. |
Caution - You must disconnect all power supplies before servicing any of the components that are inside the chassis. |
Wear an antistatic wrist strap and use an antistatic mat when handling components such as hard drive assemblies, circuit boards, or PCI cards. When servicing or removing server components, attach an antistatic strap to your wrist and then to a metal area on the chassis. Following this practice equalizes the electrical potentials between you and the server.
Note - An antistatic wrist strap is no longer included in the accessory kit for this server. However, antistatic wrist straps are still included with options.
Place ESD-sensitive components such as motherboards, memory, and other PCBs on an antistatic mat.