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Using This Documentation

Product Notes

Related Documentation

Feedback

Access to Oracle Support

Installation

Understanding the Server

Installation Task Overview

Server Overview

System Status LEDs

Front Components

Rear Components

Understanding the Hardware Architecture

Understanding the Firmware and Software Environment

Preparing the Site

Site Preparation Checklist

General Installation Site Guidelines

Reviewing the Physical Specifications

Reviewing the Power Requirements

Preparing for Cooling

Preparing the Unloading Route and Unpacking Area

Planning Network Addresses

Preparing for Installation

Handling Precautions

ESD Precautions

Oracle Safety Information

Equipment Needed for Installation

Attach an Antistatic Wrist Strap

Installing the Server

Confirm the Site Preparation

Receive the Server

Unpack the Server

Moving the Server

Stabilizing the Server

Optional Component Installation

Connecting the Front SP Cables

Connect the SP Cables

Securing the SP Cables

Connecting the Rear Power Cords and Data Cables

Rear Cable Routing Options

Maximum Cable Connections

Cable Management Devices

Prepare the Cable Routing Brackets

Connect the Power Cords

Secure the Power Cords

Connect the EMS Network Cables

Connect Other Data Cables

Managing Data Cables

Powering On the Server for the First Time

Installed Software

Inspect the Power Cords

Dual-Redundant SPs

Connect Terminals or Emulators to the SP SER MGT Ports

Switch On the Facility Circuit Breakers

Log In to the Active SP

Set Oracle ILOM Network Addresses

Set the Altitude of the Server

Power On the Server

Oracle Solaris OS Configuration Parameters

Additional Software Configuration and Testing

Administration

Understanding the System Architecture

Architectural Overview

PDomain Types

Understanding PCIe Device Root Complexes

Understanding EMS SAS Paths to the Internal Drives

Understanding Internal Drive Device Paths

Understanding Network Port Device Paths

Understanding Configuration Guidelines

Understanding System Administration Resources

Oracle ILOM Overview

Understanding Platform-Specific Oracle ILOM Features

Oracle Solaris OS Overview

OpenBoot Overview

Oracle VM Server for SPARC Overview

Multipathing Software Overview

Oracle ILOM Remote System Console Plus Overview

Oracle Hardware Management Pack Overview

Oracle Enterprise Manager Ops Center

Time Synchronization and NTP Service

SNMP Service

Multi-Domain Extensions to ILOM MIBs

Active Directory

LDAP/SSL

Accessing the Server

Establish a Network Management Connection to Oracle ILOM

Logging In to Oracle ILOM

Log Out of Oracle ILOM

Switch Between the Oracle ILOM CLI and the System Console on a Host

Accessing the ok Prompt

Redirecting KVMS Devices

Controlling the Server, Domains, and Devices

Controlling the Power State

Resetting the Server, SP, or Domains

Managing the Server's Boot Behavior

Booting and Shutting Down the OS

Configuring Oracle ILOM User Accounts and Roles

Managing User Accounts

Managing User Authentication

Configuring the SP Network

Network Resources Overview

Record Network Parameter Values

Configure SP Network Settings

Viewing the Network Configuration

Administering SPs

Managing IP Addresses

Display the MAC Address

Configuring Domain Components

Configuring Physical Domains

Administering DCUs

Administering CMUs, CMPs, and DIMMs

Administering IOUs and PCIe Device Root Complexes

Identifying Domain-Level Commands

Monitoring the Server

Locating the Server

Obtain the Server Serial Number

Viewing Server and Component Information

Monitoring Faults

Updating the Firmware

Display the Firmware Version

Firmware Update Overview

Update the Firmware

XSCF and Oracle ILOM Command Comparison

Identifying SP Configuration and Administration Commands

Identifying Domain Administration Commands

Service

Identifying Components

Identifying Front Components

Identifying Rear Components

Side Panels

Identifying Internal Components

Understanding Scalability

Understanding Cooling Zones

Component Service Task Reference

Detecting and Managing Faults

Diagnostic Overview

Managing Faults

Interpreting Log Files and System Messages

Configuring POST

Interpreting LEDs

Preparing for Service

Service Sequence

Safety Information

Tools for Service

Torque Reference

Filler Panels

Find the Server Serial Number

Locate the Component

Power Off a PDomain

Removing Power From the Server

Servicing Cabinet Doors

Remove the Door

Install the Door

Servicing Side Panels

Remove Side Panels

Install Side Panels

Servicing Trim Panels and the Kick Plate

Trim Panel Service Preparation

Remove the Trim Panels

Install Trim Panels

Remove the Kick Plate

Install the Kick Plate

Servicing Power Supplies

Power Supply Configuration

Power Supply LEDs

Remove a Power Supply

Install a Power Supply

Servicing PSDBs

PSDB LEDs

Remove a PSDB

Install a PSDB

Servicing Fan Modules

Fan Module Configuration

Fan Module LEDs

Remove a Fan Module

Install a Fan Module

Servicing SSBs

SSB Configuration

SSB LEDs

Remove an SSB

Install an SSB

Servicing Clock Boards

Clock Board Configuration

Clock Board LEDs

Display the Clock Board Type

Remove a Clock Board

Install a Clock Board

Servicing Service Processors

Service Processor LEDs

Check a Service Processor Battery

Remove a Service Processor

Replace a Service Processor Battery

Install a Service Processor

Servicing I/O Switch Boards

I/O Switch Board Configuration

I/O Switch Board LEDs

Remove an I/O Switch Board

Install an I/O Switch Board

Servicing Cable Management Assemblies

Remove a Cable Management Assembly

Install a Cable Management Assembly

Servicing I/O Cards

Understanding I/O Card Slot Configuration

Understanding I/O Card Slot Device Paths and FRU Paths

Sun Flash Accelerator F40 and F80 PCIe Cards

PCIe Hot-Plug Carrier LEDs

Locate an I/O Card in the Server

Locate a Faulty I/O Card

Prepare an I/O Card For Removal

Remove an I/O Card From the Server

Remove an I/O Card From a Carrier

Install an I/O Card in a Carrier

Install an I/O Card in the Server

Remove a Filler Panel From the Server

Remove a Filler Panel From a Carrier

Install a Filler Panel in a Carrier

Install a Filler Panel in the Server

Verify an I/O Card

Relocate a Sun Flash Accelerator F40 PCIe Card

Servicing EMSs

Understanding EMS Configurations

EMS General Status LEDs

EMS Network Port LEDs

Determine Hard Drive Cage and EMS Part Numbers

Remove an EMS

Install an EMS

Servicing HDDs, SSDs, and Drive Filler Panels

Understanding HDD and SSD Slot Configurations

HDD LEDs

SSD LEDs

Locate a Drive

Removing an HDD

Install an HDD

Removing an SSD

Install an SSD

Remove a Drive Filler Panel

Install a Drive Filler Panel

Servicing SPPs

SPP Configuration

SPP LEDs

Check an SPP Battery

Remove an SPP

Replace an SPP Battery

Install an SPP

Servicing CMUs

CMU Configuration

CMU Upgrades in a SPARC M5-32 Server

CMU LEDs

Display General CMU Information

Display the CMU Quantity and Type

Unpacking and Inspecting a CMU

Remove a CMU

Install a CMU

Repack a CMU for Shipping

Remove a CMU Filler Panel

Install a CMU Filler Panel

Servicing DIMMs

Memory Configuration

DIMM FRU Names

Locate a Faulty DIMM

DIMM Fault Remind Button

Remove a DIMM

Install a DIMM

Move DIMMs to a New CMU

Servicing the Front LED Panel

Front LED Panel LEDs

Remove the Front LED Panel

Install the Front LED Panel

Servicing the Front Filler Panel

Remove the Front Filler Panel

Install the Front Filler Panel

Servicing Fan Cages

Fan Cage Configuration

Remove the Upper Fan Cage

Install the Upper Fan Cage

Remove the Lower Fan Cage

Install the Lower Fan Cage

Servicing a Cabled Lower Bus Bar Assembly

Remove a Cabled Lower Bus Bar Assembly

Install a Cabled Lower Bus Bar Assembly

Servicing the Scalability Card Cage

Remove the Scalability Card Cage

Install the Scalability Card Cage

Servicing the Scalability Fans Cable

Remove the Scalability Fans Cable

Install the Scalability Fans Cable

Servicing the Power System Cage

Remove the Power System Cage

Install the Power System Cage

Servicing Bus Bars

Bus Bar Configuration

Prepare to Replace Crown Clips on a Bus Bar

Replace Crown Clips

Return the Server to Operation

Servicing AC Power Cords

AC Power Cord Configuration

Remove an AC Power Cord

Install an AC Power Cord

Servicing AC Input Filters

AC Input Filter Configuration

Remove an AC Input Filter

Install an AC Input Filter

Disconnect AC Input Filters

Reconnect AC Input Filters

Servicing the Rear LED Panel

Rear LED Panel LEDs

Remove the Rear LED Panel

Install the Rear LED Panel

Servicing IOUs

Remove an IOU

Install an IOU

Servicing an I/O Power Cable Assembly

Remove an I/O Power Cable Assembly

Install an I/O Power Cable Assembly

Servicing Hard Drive Cages

Hard Drive Cage Configuration

Remove a Hard Drive Cage

Install a Hard Drive Cage

Servicing the Scalability Assembly

Remove the Scalability Assembly

Install the Scalability Assembly

Servicing the Fan Power Cable

Remove the Fan Power Cable

Install the Fan Power Cable

Servicing the Power System Cage to Scalability Assembly Cable

Remove the Power System Cage to Scalability Assembly Cable

Install the Power System Cage to Scalability Assembly Cable

Servicing the PSDB to Scalability Midplane Cable

Remove the PSDB to Scalability Midplane Cable

Install the PSDB to Scalability Midplane Cable

Servicing the Internal Link to Front LED Panel Cable

Remove the Internal Link Cable for the Front LED Panel

Install the Internal Link Cable for the Front LED Panel

Servicing the Rear LED Panel Cable

Remove the Rear LED Panel Cable

Install the Rear LED Panel Cable

Servicing Midplane Power Cables

Prepare to Remove a Midplane Power Cable

Remove a Midplane Power Cable

Install a Midplane Power Cable

Servicing the I/O Data Cable Assembly

Remove an I/O Data Cable Assembly

Install an I/O Data Cable Assembly

Servicing the Midplane

Inspect the Replacement Kit

Prepare to Remove the Midplane

Remove the Midplane

Install the Midplane

Reassemble the Server

Prepare the Old Midplane for Return

Returning the Server to Operation

Return to Operation Sequence

Reconnect AC Power to the Server

Restart the Server

Reset the Server

Reset Service Processors

Reset a PDomain

Restart a PDomain

Return a Component to Oracle

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cabinet door
installing, index iconInstall the Door
removing, index iconRemove the Door
servicing, index iconServicing Cabinet Doors
cable
fan power cable, index iconServicing the Fan Power Cable
I/O data cable factory name, index iconServicing the I/O Data Cable Assembly
I/O power cable assembly, index iconServicing an I/O Power Cable Assembly
internal link to front LED panel, index iconServicing the Internal Link to Front LED Panel Cable
midplane power cables, index iconServicing Midplane Power Cables
power system cage to scalability assembly cable, index iconServicing the Power System Cage to Scalability Assembly Cable
PSDB to scalability midplane cable, index iconServicing the PSDB to Scalability Midplane Cable
rear LED panel cable, index iconServicing the Rear LED Panel Cable
scalability fans cable, index iconServicing the Scalability Fans Cable
cable brackets
index iconRear Components
index iconCable Management Devices
cable channel
right, index iconSecure the Power Cords
stand-offs, index iconCable Management Devices
cable factory name
CABLE ASSY, FR SYS LINK, index iconServicing the Internal Link to Front LED Panel Cable
CABLE ASSY, I/O, index iconServicing the I/O Data Cable Assembly
CABLE ASSY, PWR_SHLF-SCALE FANS, index iconServicing the Power System Cage to Scalability Assembly Cable
CABLE ASSY, REAR SYS, index iconServicing the Rear LED Panel Cable
CABLE ASSY, SCALE,CHAS,DC-NEG, index iconServicing Midplane Power Cables
CABLE ASSY, SCALE,CHAS,DC-POS, index iconServicing Midplane Power Cables
CABLE ASSY, SCALE FANS, index iconServicing the Scalability Fans Cable
CABLE ASSY, SCMP-PSDB, LINK, index iconServicing the PSDB to Scalability Midplane Cable
CABLE ASSY,FAN POWER, index iconServicing the Fan Power Cable
CABLE ASSY,I/O POWER, index iconServicing an I/O Power Cable Assembly
CABLED LOWER BUS BARS, index iconServicing a Cabled Lower Bus Bar Assembly
cable hooks
cables, securing, index iconSecure Cables Routed Down
location, index iconCable Management Devices
cable management assembly
installing, index iconInstall a Cable Management Assembly
removing, index iconRemove a Cable Management Assembly
servicing, index iconServicing Cable Management Assemblies
cable partitions, index iconCable Management Devices
cabling
connections
mandatory, index iconMandatory Cable Connections and Network Addresses
maximum, index iconMaximum Cable Connections
EMS, index iconConnect the EMS Network Cables
floor hole dimensions, index iconMounting Holes and Cable Routing Floor Cutout Specifications
management devices, index iconCable Management Devices
NET MGT ports, index iconConnect the SP Cables
network addresses, index iconMandatory Cable Connections and Network Addresses
network cables, index iconConnect the EMS Network Cables
other data cables, index iconConnect Other Data Cables
PCIe card, index iconConnect Other Data Cables
PDomain, index iconConnect the EMS Network Cables
power cord
connecting, index iconConnect the Power Cords
securing, index iconSecure the Power Cords
preparing, index iconPrepare the Cable Routing Brackets
rear cable routing, index iconRear Cable Routing Options
requirements, index iconMandatory Cable Connections and Network Addresses
routing down
index iconRear Cable Routing Options
index iconSecure Cables Routed Down
routing up
index iconRear Cable Routing Options
index iconSecure Cables Routed Up
SER MGT ports
index iconConnect the SP Cables
index iconConnect Terminals or Emulators to the SP SER MGT Ports
SP cables
index iconSP Cables
index iconConnect the SP Cables
routing down, index iconRoute the SP Cables Down
routing up, index iconRoute the SP Cables Up
caster
dimensions, index iconLeveling Feet and Caster Dimensions
swivel, index iconServer Moves in Every Direction
ceiling vents, cooling, index iconCooling Airflow From Ceiling Vents
checklist, site preparation, index iconSite Preparation Checklist
circuit breakers, index iconFacility Power Requirements
capacity, index iconCircuit Breaker Capacity Requirements
local power disconnect, index iconPower Cord Specifications
switching off, index iconConnect the Power Cords
switching on, index iconSwitch On the Facility Circuit Breakers
time-to-trip requirements, index iconCircuit Breaker Capacity Requirements
clearance, airflow requirements, index iconHeat Dissipation and Airflow Requirements
clearing faults, PSH-detected faults, index iconClear a Fault
CLI
accessing the host console, index iconSwitch Between the Oracle ILOM CLI and the System Console on a Host
Oracle ILOM, index iconLogging In to Oracle ILOM (CLI)
clock board
installing, index iconInstall a Clock Board
location, index iconFront Components
servicing, index iconServicing Clock Boards
CMP
administration path, index iconAdministering CMUs, CMPs, and DIMMs
configuration
examples, index iconCMU Configuration Examples
guidelines, index iconDCU, CMU, and CMP Guidelines
replacing, index iconRemove a CMU
servicing, index iconRemove a CMU
CMU
administration path, index iconAdministering CMUs, CMPs, and DIMMs
assignment to DCU, determining, index iconDisplay Summary of Installed CMUs
configuration
examples, index iconCMU Configuration Examples
guidelines, index iconDCU, CMU, and CMP Guidelines
described, index iconDomain Configurable Units
location, index iconRear Components
model type, determining, index iconDetermine the CMU Type
removing
index iconRemove a CMU
index iconRemove a CMU Filler Panel
servicing, index iconServicing CMUs
CMU filler panel
installing
index iconInstall a CMU
index iconInstall a CMU Filler Panel
removing
index iconRemove a CMU
index iconRemove a CMU Filler Panel
command reference
boot mode, index iconBoot Mode Commands
host power, index iconHost Power Commands
network deployment, index iconSingle Sign-On Service Network Deployment Commands
PDomain configuration, index iconPDomain Configuration and Monitoring Commands
power management, index iconPower Management Commands
software and firmware verification, index iconVerified Boot Commands
commands
cfgadm, index iconDevice Management Tools
commands for device management, index iconDevice Management Tools
commitpending, index iconConfigure SP Network Settings
dladm, index iconInstall an EMS
exit, index iconLog Out of Oracle ILOM
expandable=true|false, index iconSpecifying a PDomain Type
format, index iconDevice Management Tools
hotplug, index iconDevice Management Tools
init, index iconShut Down the OS (init Command)
ioreconfigure, index iconManage I/O Path Reconfiguration Settings
keyswitch_state, index iconDiscover Faults Using POST
ldm list-io
index iconUnderstanding Internal Drive Device Paths
index iconUnderstanding Network Port Device Paths
pendingipaddress, index iconConfigure SP Network Settings
pendingipgateway, index iconConfigure SP Network Settings
pendingipnetmask, index iconConfigure SP Network Settings
printenv, index iconSPARC: printenv Output
reset /SP, index iconReset the SP (Web Interface)
show, index iconDevice Management Tools
show /SP/network, index iconConfigure SP Network Settings
show components, index iconDisplay Installed Components List (CLI)
commitpending command, index iconConfigure SP Network Settings
components
front
index iconFront Components
index iconIdentifying Front Components
identifying, index iconIdentifying Components
internal, index iconIdentifying Internal Components
rear
index iconRear Components
index iconIdentifying Rear Components
returning to Oracle, index iconReturn a Component to Oracle
service task reference, index iconComponent Service Task Reference
side, index iconSide Panels
configuration guidelines, index iconUnderstanding Configuration Guidelines
configuration parameters, Oracle Solaris OS, index iconOracle Solaris OS Configuration Parameters
configuring
Bounded PDomain type, index iconConfigure a Bounded PDomain
bus bar crown clip, index iconBus Bar Configuration
dedicated interconnect, index iconDedicated SP Interconnect Property Commands
DIMM, index iconMemory Configuration
Dynamic PDomain type, index iconConfigure a Non-Bounded PDomain
EMS, index iconUnderstanding EMS Configurations
host groups
CLI, index iconConfiguring Host Groups to Authenticate User Accounts (CLI)
SNMP, index iconConfiguring Host Groups to Authenticate User Accounts (SNMP)
I/O switch board, index iconI/O Switch Board Configuration
multiple display devices, index iconConfigure Multiple Display Devices
NET MGT port, index iconConfigure SP Network Settings
Oracle ILOM user accounts, index iconConfigure User Accounts (CLI)
Oracle Solaris OS, index iconOracle Solaris OS Configuration Parameters
PDomain monitoring settings, index iconPDomain Monitoring Commands
POST, index iconConfigure POST
SPP, index iconSPP Configuration
SSB, index iconSSB Configuration
user accounts
CLI, index iconConfigure User Accounts (CLI)
SNMP, index iconConfiguring User Accounts (SNMP)
virtual keyswitch, index iconVirtual Keyswitch Property Commands
connecting
to guest domains, index iconConnect to an LDoms Guest Domain
to Remote System Console Plus, index iconConnect to Oracle ILOM Remote System Console Plus
console history, displaying, index iconDisplay Console History
controlling power state, index iconControlling the Power State
cooling
ceiling vents, index iconCooling Airflow From Ceiling Vents
perforated floor tiles, index iconCooling Airflow From Perforated Floor Tiles
requirements, index iconCooling Airflow From Ceiling Vents
cooling zone
CoolingZone00 to CoolingZone03, index iconUnderstanding Cooling Zones
CoolingZone04, index iconUnderstanding Cooling Zones
CoolingZone05, index iconUnderstanding Cooling Zones
copper reactivity rate, index iconAirborne Contaminates
CPU memory unit, See CMU
crossing gaps using metal plate, index iconUse a Metal Plate to Cross Gaps in the Floor
crossover adapters, RJ-45, index iconConnect Terminals or Emulators to the SP SER MGT Ports
crown clip
replacing on bus bar, index iconPrepare to Replace Crown Clips on a Bus Bar
servicing, index iconServicing Bus Bars