Remove the Server Module from the Sun Blade Chassis

The server module must be removed from the Sun Blade 6000 chassis to:

• Service CRU and FRU internal system components such as: system battery, cables, rear USB drives, DIMMs, processors (CPU), REMs and FEMs.

• Access Fault Remind buttons for processors and DIMMs.

1. Log in to the Oracle ILOM CLI.

   See Access Oracle ILOM Using CLI in Sun Blade X3-2B (formerly Sun Blade X6270 M3) Administration Guide.

   The CLI prompt appears: –>

2. Type:

   -> set /System/ action=prepare_to_remove

3. Verify the removal status. Type:

   -> show /System/ health

   /System

   Properties:

   health = Offline

   ->

   Offline status ensures that no firmware updates are taking place before you remove the blade.

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   Caution - Component damage or data loss. Server modules should be removed only if the blue LED is lit, or if you are certain that a firmware update is not in progress. Pulling the server module out of the chassis during a firmware update might damage the server module, which might not be repairable in the field.

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4. Power off the server module or place it in standby power mode.

   See Powering Off the Server Module.

   When the server module is in standby power mode, the OK LED on the front panel blinks (0.1 second on, 2.9 seconds off).

5. To unlock the server module ejector arms, press the green tabs on the ends of ejector arms.

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   Caution - Component damage or data loss. Do not install a server module into the chassis until at least 20 seconds has elapsed since the server module was disengaged from the chassis mid-plane connector.

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6. To disengage the server module from the internal connector, rotate both ejector arms away from the server module at the same time until fully extended.

   The result of this action disengages the server module, places it in a no-power state, and leaves it protruding approximately three inches from the front of the chassis.

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   Caution - Component damage or personal injury. Do not attempt to remove the server module using only the ejector levers.

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7. Do one of the following to remove the server module from the chassis:

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   Caution - Component damage or data loss. Server modules should be removed only if the blue Ready to Remove LED is lit, or if you are certain that a firmware update is not in progress. Pulling the server module out of the chassis during a firmware update might damage the server module, which might not be repairable in the field.

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   • Complete removal: Pull the server module away from the Sun Blade chassis (approximately 5–6 inches) using the ejector arms until you are able to grab the server module with both hands. To remove, pull the server module out of the chassis using both hands.

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     Caution - Component damage or personal injury. Blades can weigh up to 22 lbs (10kg). Use two hands to install or remove the blade from the chassis.

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   • Partial removal: Ensure that the server module is disengaged from the internal connector and protruding from the front of the chassis approximately 3 inches (8 cm). If necessary, use the ejector levers to pull the server module away from the chassis.

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     Note - This method is used to remove power from the server module. See Complete Power Removal.

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8. Set the server module on a flat antistatic surface.

   See Performing ESD and Antistatic Prevention Measures.

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   Caution - Component damage. Observe the proper ESD precautions when handling the server module. Wear a securely grounded ESD wrist strap. Handle components by the edges only. Do not touch metal contacts. Damage to system components can occur through improper handling.

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9. Insert a server module filler panel in the unused server slot to ensure proper airflow throughout the system.

   See Insert Server Module Filler Panels.

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   Caution - Over-temperature condition. Always insert a server module filler panel into an empty slot within 60 seconds to reduce the possibility of server module shutdown. Do not operate the chassis with empty slots. If you operate the chassis with an empty server module slot, you might notice a reduction in system performance. Possible system and component over-temperature warnings, shutdown, and heat-related damage might be caused by empty chassis slots.

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See Also

Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM) 3.1 Documentation Collection

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