Preface

This manual provides installation and service instructions for the
600MP system and memory expansion boards for the SPARCserver
600MP-series servers. The manual covers board installation, and removal and replacement of CPU modules. SBus cards, onboard memory, and other replaceable components. For access to the system and expansion boards, refer to the system enclosure service manual provided with your system.

When You Need Help with UNIX Commands

This manual may not include specific software commands or procedures. Instead, it names software tasks and refers you to operating system documentation or the handbook that was shipped with your peripheral.

To find information about commands or procedures such as:

Shutting down the system

Configuring devices

Other software procedures

See one or more of the following:

Solaris 1.x (SunOS 4.x) Handbook for SMCC Peripherals.
(Contains SunOS 4.x software commands.)

Solaris 2.x Handbook for SMCC Peripherals.
(Contains Solaris 2.x software commands.)

On-line AnswerBook. (Contains the complete set of documentation supporting Solaris 1.x or Solaris 2.x.)

Other software documentation that you received with your system.

Task Map for Getting Your System Running

The diagram below outlines the tasks you can perform to successfully install a new peripheral. Each numbered item in the diagram represents a procedure and the arrows point to manuals in which these procedures are detailed.

After you perform these tasks, you will be ready to use the new board with your system.

Document Conventions

These typographical conventions are used in this document:

Courier type identifies text that is displayed on the screen:

Sensing file systems . . . done

Bold type identifies the commands you type at the keyboard:

% cd cdrom

Organization

Chapter 1 discusses powering off the system, service precautions, tools required, and replaceable parts.

Chapter 2 contains instructions on how to remove and replace boards and daughter cards, such as SBus cards and dual SuperSPARC" modules.

Chapter 3 contains instructions on how to remove and replace component-level replaceable parts, such as SIMMs, onboard fuses, and the Non-Volatile Random Access Memory chip.

Chapter 4 provides help in diagnosing system faults to the FRU and network level using branched flowcharts. Also lists the Power-On Self-Tests and associated LED patterns associated with the 600MP system board.

Appendix A contains configuration information for onboard and expansion memory board SIMMs and jumpers.

Appendix B contains pinouts of the 600MP system board backpanel connectors: serial ports A and B, JTAG scan, ethernet, audio, VME, keyboard/mouse, and SCSI.

Appendix C gives specifications on the 600MP system board.

Appendix D lists all hardware and software documents available for the SPARCsystem 600MP series.

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

Warning -

This equipment contains lethal voltage. Accidental contact can result in serious injury or death.

Caution -

Improper handling by unqualified personnel can cause serious damage to this equipment. Unqualified personnel who tamper with this equipment may be held liable for any resultant damage to the equipment.

Individuals who remove any outer panels to access this equipment must observe all safety precautions and ensure compliance with skill level requirements, certification, and all applicable local and national laws.

Procedures contained in this document must be performed by qualified service-trained maintenance providers.

Warning - The surface of the SuperSPARC module and may cause personal injury if touched. Avoid contact.

Note - Before you begin, carefully read each of the procedures in this manual. If you have not performed similar operations on comparable equipment, do not attempt to perform these procedures.