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Using This Documentation

Related Documentation

Feedback

Support and Accessibility

Installation

Preparing for the Installation

Installation Task Overview

Server Overview

Server Specifications

Front Panel Components

Front Panel System LEDs and Buttons

Rear Panel Components

Rear Panel System LEDs and Button

Server Handling Precautions

ESD Precautions

Tools Needed for Installation

Optional Component Installation

Installing the Server

Stabilize the Rack

Slide Rail Assembly Overview

Install the Screw-Mount Slide Rail Assemblies

Install the Snap-In Slide Rail Assemblies

Insert and Lock the Server in the Rack

Install the Cable Management Arm

Verify Correct Operation of the Slide Rails and the CMA

Connecting the Server Cables

Cabling Requirements

Connect the SER MGT Port Cable

Connect the NET MGT Port Cable

Connect the Ethernet Network Cables

Connect Other I/O Cables

Prepare the Power Cords

Cable Management Overview

Secure the Server Cables in the CMA

Powering On the Server For the First Time

Initial Power-On Tasks Overview

Oracle ILOM System Console Overview

Connect a Terminal or Emulator to the SER MGT Port

Power On the Server for the First Time

Verify System Functionality

Assign a Static IP Address to the Service Processor

Administration

Understanding System Administration Resources

Oracle ILOM Overview

Platform-Specific Oracle ILOM Features

Oracle Solaris OS Overview

OpenBoot Overview

Oracle VM Server for SPARC Overview

Multipathing Software

Hardware Management Pack Overview

Source for Downloading Hardware Management Pack Software

Hardware Management Pack Documentation

Accessing the Server

Log In to Oracle ILOM

Log In to the System Console

Display the ok Prompt

Display the Oracle ILOM -> Prompt

Use a Local Graphics Monitor

Oracle ILOM Remote Console

Controlling the Server

Power On the Server

Power Off the Server

Reset the Server From the Oracle Solaris OS

Reset the Server From Oracle ILOM

Reset the SP to Default Values

Configuring Hardware RAID

Hardware RAID Support

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

FCode Utility Commands

Create a Hardware RAID Volume

Hot Spare Drives in RAID Volumes (LSI)

Determining If a Drive Has Failed

RAID Drive Replacement Strategies

Locate Device Paths

Changing Server Identification Information

Change Customer FRUdata Information

Change System Identifier Information

Configuring Policy Settings

Specify Cooldown Mode

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

Configuring Network Addresses

SP Network Address Options

Disable or Re-Enable Network Access to the SP

Display the DHCP Server IP Address

Display the Host MAC Address

Using an In-band Connection to the SP

Configuring Boot Mode

Boot Mode Overview

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

Set the Boot Timeout Interval

Specify Behavior at Boot Timeout

Specify Behavior if Restart Fails

Specify Maximum Restart Attempts

Configuring Devices

Unconfigure a Device Manually

Reconfigure a Device Manually

Monitoring the Server

Monitoring Faults

Enabling Automatic System Recovery

Display Server Components

Locate the Server

Updating the Firmware

Display the Firmware Version

Update the Firmware

Display OpenBoot Version

Display POST Version

Identifying WWN-Designated SAS2 Devices

World Wide Name Syntax

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

Service

Identifying Server Components

Front Components

Rear Components

Infrastructure Boards in the SPARC T3-1 Server

Internal System Cables

Illustrated Parts Breakdown

Understanding Hard Drive Data Cable Routing

Detecting and Managing Faults

Diagnostics Overview

Diagnostics Process

Interpreting Diagnostic LEDs

Managing Faults (Oracle ILOM)

Understanding Fault Management Commands

Interpreting Log Files and System Messages

Checking if Oracle VTS Software Is Installed

Managing Faults (POST)

Managing Faults (PSH)

Managing Components (ASR)

Preparing for Service

Safety Information

Tools Needed for Service

Find the Chassis Serial Number

Locate the Server

Understanding Component Replacement Categories

Removing Power From the System

Positioning the System for Service

Accessing Internal Components

Servicing DIMMs

Memory Fault Handling Overview

Locate a Faulty DIMM Using the Remind Button

Identify Faulty DIMMs Using the show faulty Command

Remove a DIMM

Install a DIMM

Increase System Memory With Additional DIMMs

Verify DIMM Functionality

Memory Configuration Guidelines

Servicing HDDs

HDD Hot-Pluggable Capabilities

Hard Drive Slot Configuration Reference

Hard Drive LEDs

Remove a Hard Drive

Install a Hard Drive

Verify the Functionality of a Hard Drive

Servicing the DVD/USB Assembly

DVD/USB Assembly Overview

Remove the DVD/USB Assembly

Install the DVD/USB Assembly

Servicing the Power Supplies

Power Supply Hot-Swap Capabilities

Power Supply LEDs

Locate a Faulty Power Supply

Remove a Power Supply

Install a Power Supply

Verify the Functionality of a Power Supply

Remove or Install a Power Supply Filler Panel

Servicing the Power Distribution Board

Power Distribution Board Overview

Remove the Power Distribution Board

Install the Power Distribution Board

Servicing the Power Supply Backplane

Power Supply Backplane Overview

Remove the Power Supply Backplane

Install the Power Supply Backplane

Servicing the Connector Board

Connector Board Overview

Remove the Connector Board

Install the Connector Board

Servicing PCIe and PCIe/XAUI Risers

Remove a PCIe or PCIe/XAUI Riser

Install a PCIe or PCIe/XAUI Riser

Servicing PCIe Cards

PCIe Card Configuration Reference

Remove a PCIe or XAUI Card

Install a PCIe or XAUI Card

Servicing SAS PCIe RAID HBA Cards

Remove a SAS PCIe RAID HBA Card

Install a SAS PCIe RAID HBA Card

Servicing the Service Processor

Service Processor Overview

Remove the Service Processor

Install the Service Processor

Servicing the System Battery

Replace the System Battery

Verify the System Battery

Servicing Fan Modules

Fan Configuration Reference

Fan Module LEDs

Locate a Faulty Fan Module

Remove a Fan Module

Install a Fan Module

Servicing the Fan Power Board

Fan Power Board Overview

Remove the Fan Power Board

Install the Fan Power Board

Servicing the System Configuration PROM

System Configuration PROM Overview

Remove the System Configuration PROM

Install the System Configuration PROM

Verify the System Configuration PROM

Servicing the HDD Cage

Hard Drive Cage Overview

Remove the Hard Drive Cage

Install the Hard Drive Cage

Servicing the HDD Backplane

Hard Drive Backplane Overview

Remove the Hard Drive Backplane

Install the Hard Drive Backplane

Servicing the Front Panel Light Pipe Assemblies

Front Panel Light Pipe Assemblies Overview

Remove the Front Panel Light Pipe Assembly (Right or Left)

Install the Front Panel Light Pipe Assembly (Right or Left)

Servicing the Motherboard Assembly

Motherboard Servicing Overview

Remove the Motherboard Assembly

Install the Motherboard Assembly

Returning the Server to Operation

Install the Top Cover

Reinstall the Server in the Rack

Return the Server to the Normal Rack Position

Reconnect the Power Cords

Power On the Server (start /SYS Command)

Power On the Server (Power Button)

Glossary

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Numbers and Symbols

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SCC module, FRU name, index iconIllustrated Parts Breakdown
screws for rack mounting, index iconInstall the Screw-Mount Slide Rail Assemblies
serial management port (SER MGT), index iconAccess the SP (Oracle ILOM)
server
controlling, index iconControlling the Server
locating, index iconLocate the Server
resetting from Oracle ILOM, index iconReset the Server From Oracle ILOM
resetting from the OS, index iconReset the Server From the Oracle Solaris OS
service processor
accessing, index iconAccess the SP (Oracle ILOM)
powering on for the first time, index iconPower On the Server for the First Time
service processor prompt
index iconCold Service, Replaceable by Customer
index iconPower Off the Server (SP Command)
setkeyswitch parameter, index iconIncrease System Memory With Additional DIMMs
setlocator command
index iconExtend the Server
index iconExtend the Server
setting the ILOM date and time, index iconReplace the System Battery
show command, index iconDisplay FRU Information (show Command)
showcomponent command, index iconDisplay System Components
showenvironment command, index iconVerify the System Battery
show faulty command
index iconService-Related Oracle ILOM Commands
index iconService-Related Oracle ILOM Command Summary
index iconClear POST-Detected Faults
index iconClear PSH-Detected Faults
using to check for faults, index iconDiagnostics Process
slide rail assembly locks illustrated
front slide rail locks, index iconInstall the Screw-Mount Slide Rail Assemblies
middle section lever, index iconInstall the Screw-Mount Slide Rail Assemblies
mounting bracket locating pin lock, index iconInstall the Screw-Mount Slide Rail Assemblies
mounting bracket release button, index iconInstall the Screw-Mount Slide Rail Assemblies
slide rail latch, index iconExtend the Server
slide rail spacing tool, index iconInstall the Screw-Mount Slide Rail Assemblies
slot assignments
HDDs, index iconHard Drive Slot Configuration Reference
PCIe cards, index iconPCIe Card Configuration Reference
SSDs, index iconHard Drive Slot Configuration Reference
Solaris log files, index iconDiagnostics Process
Solaris OS
checking log files for fault information, index iconDiagnostics Process
files and commands, index iconInterpreting Log Files and System Messages
Solaris Predictive Self-Healing (PSH)
overview, index iconPSH Overview
See Predictive Self-Healing (PSH)
topics, index iconManaging Faults (PSH)
solid state drives (SSDs)
configuration reference, index iconHard Drive Slot Configuration Reference
hot-pluggable capabilities, index iconHDD Hot-Pluggable Capabilities
installing, index iconInstall a Hard Drive
removing, index iconRemove a Hard Drive
verifying, index iconVerify the Functionality of a Hard Drive
spacing tool for slide rails, index iconInstall the Screw-Mount Slide Rail Assemblies
specifications
acoustic, index iconAcoustic Noise Emissions
airflow, index iconAirflow Considerations
compliance, index iconAgency Compliance Specifications
environmental, index iconEnvironmental Specifications
operating environment, index iconOperating Environment Requirements
physical, index iconPhysical Specifications
server, index iconServer Specifications
SP, resetting, index iconReset the SP to Default Values
standby voltage, 3.3v
index iconPrepare the Power Cords
index iconPower On the Server for the First Time
stop bit, index iconConnect a Terminal or Emulator to the SER MGT Port
stop /SYS (ILOM command)
index iconCold Service, Replaceable by Customer
index iconPower Off the Server (SP Command)
SunVTS, index iconDiagnostics Overview
using for fault diagnosis, index iconDiagnostics Process
system administration overview, index iconUnderstanding System Administration Resources
system battery, index iconFRU Reference
replacing, index iconReplace the System Battery
verifying, index iconVerify the System Battery
system communication, index iconAccessing the Server
system components, See components
System Configuration PROM, index iconFRU Reference
installing
index iconInstall the Service Processor
index iconInstall the System Configuration PROM
removing
index iconRemove the Service Processor
index iconRemove the System Configuration PROM
verifying, index iconVerify the System Configuration PROM
system console, logging in, index iconLog In to the System Console
system identification, changing, index iconChange System Identifier Information
system message log files, viewing, index iconView the System Message Log Files