Flash Module Architecture Overview
Energy Storage Module Overview
Perform ESD Prevention Measures
(Optional) Install Full-Height Bracket
Install the Card Into a System
FMod Alignment for Optimal Performance
(Optional) Using the SAS/SATA Controller as a Boot Device
SAS/SATA Controller as a Boot Device
Configure the SAS/SATA Controller as a Boot Device (SPARC Systems)
Configure the SAS/SATA Controller as a Boot Device (x86 Systems)
Replacing FMod Retention Clips
Sun Flash Accelerator F20 ESM Monitoring Utility
Oracle ILOM ESM Monitoring for SPARC T-Series Servers
Oracle ILOM ESM Monitoring for x86 X Series Servers
XSCF ESM Monitoring for SPARC M Series Servers
Remove the ESM (Alternate Configuration)
Install the ESM (Alternate Configuration)
Update the FMod Firmware (Oracle Solaris OS)
Update the FMod Firmware (Windows and Linux OS)
Updating the SAS/SATA Controller Firmware
Update the SAS/SATA Controller Firmware (Oracle Solaris OS)
Update the SAS/SATA Controller Firmware (Linux OS)
Because the onboard ESM has a limited lifespan, Oracle provides two different methods that monitor how long an ESM has been installed, and notifies you when to replace the ESM.
One option is the Sun Flash Accelerator F20 ESM Monitoring Utility, a simple script that you install on your host server to track the life of the ESM. You must use this monitoring option for F20 cards with part numbers 511-1500-01 and 511-1275-03.
The second option uses Oracle ILOM (or XSCF for M-series servers) to monitor the F20 card. Oracle ILOM will track the ESM lifespan and notify you when to replace the ESM. You must use this monitoring option for F20 cards with part numbers 511-1500-05 or greater, and with Oracle ILOM system firmware version 7.2.7.d or greater.
Note - M Series servers only support cards with part numbers 511-1500-xx.