1. Preparing to Install the Server
Server Installation Task Checklist
Sun Fire X4470 Server Supported Components and Capabilities
2. Installing the Server Into a Rack With Slide-Rails
Server Installation Process Overview
Installing the Mounting Brackets Onto the Server
Attaching the Slide-Rail Assemblies to the Rack
Installing the Server Into the Slide-Rail Assemblies
Install Server Into the Slide-Rail Assemblies
Installing the Cable Management Arm
Verifying Operation of the Slide-Rails and CMA
Verify Operation of Slide-Rails and CMA
3. Attaching Cables and Power Cords
Back Panel Connectors and Ports
Attaching Cables to the Server
Connecting Power Cords to the Server
4. Connecting to Oracle ILOM and Applying Main Power to the Server
Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Serial Connection
Log In to Oracle ILOM Using an Ethernet Connection
Test IPv4 or IPv6 Network Configuration
Applying Main Power to the Server
Apply Main Power to the Server
5. Installing or Configuring the Operating System
Installing an Operating System
Configuring a Preinstalled Operating System
6. Configuring the Preinstalled Solaris 10 Operating System
Configuring Server RAID Drives
Configuring the Preinstalled Solaris 10 Operating System
Solaris 10 Operating System User Information
Using the Solaris Installation Program
Reinstalling the Solaris Operating System
Carefully open the shipping box. Unpack all server components from the packing cartons.
The following items should be packaged with the Sun Fire X4470 Server:
Sun Fire X4470 Server
Power cord, packaged separately with country kit
(Optional) Sun Fire X4470 Server Documentation and Media Kit, including the following:
Sun Fire X4470 Server Installation Guide (this document)
License and safety documentation
Tools and Drivers DVD (includes drivers and additional software), Oracle Hardware Installation Assistant CD, and SunVTS CD
Note - Oracle Hardware Installation Assistant was formerly referred to as Sun Installation Assistant (SIA).
(Optional) Rackmount kit containing rack rails and installation instructions
Power cables are packaged separately from the other items.
Required server components and most options are installed at the factory. However, some ordered options might be packaged separately. If possible, install optional components before installing the server in a rack. For instructions for installing server options, see the Sun Fire X4470 Server Service Manual.