Server Upgrade Process

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The SPARC T5-8 server supports two configurations:

Fully-populated — four processor modules
Half-populated — two processor modules and two processor filler modules

Processor modules and processor filler modules are cold-service components that can be replaced only after you remove all power from the system. For the location of the processor modules, see Front Panel Components (Service).

Caution - This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. This discharge can cause server components to fail.

This table contains the steps for upgrading the server to a fully-populated configuration. You can also view an animated demonstration of the upgrade process at:

Step	Description	Link
1.	Remove the upgrade components from their packaging, and place them on an antistatic mat.
2.	Remove the covers from the new processor modules.	Step 8 in Remove a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module.
3.	Remove all of the DIMM filler panels in the processor modules. The steps to remove DIMM filler panels are the same as the steps for removing DIMMs.	Remove a DIMM or DIMM Filler Panel.
4.	Install the DIMMs. All of the DIMMs must be either 16 or 32 GB, and they must match the size and capacity of the DIMMs that are already installed in the server.	Install a DIMM.
5.	Replace the covers on the new processor modules.	Step 1 in Install a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module.
6.	Check for faults. If any fault is present, you must correct the fault and clear it from the server.	Check for Faults.
7.	Shut down the server.	Removing Power From the Server.
8.	Remove the processor filler modules from slot 1 and slot 2.	Remove a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module.
9.	Install the new processor modules in slot 1 and slot 2.	Install a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module.
10.	Return the server to operation.	Returning the Server to Operation.
11.	Check for faults. If any fault is present, you must correct the fault and clear it from the server.	Check for Faults.
12.	Review the root complex changes.	Root Complex Connections (Four Processor Modules)
13.	Review the PCIe card load balancing changes. Even though the load balancing guidelines change with the upgrade, you do not need to move any existing PCIe cards.	PCIe Card Installation Guidelines

SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual

Server Upgrade Process

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