Power on the Oracle Disk Shelves and Servers

Power on all Oracle disk shelves and both servers. While you must make an Oracle ILOM connection to one server in preparation for initial configuration, it is recommended that you make the connection for both servers and keep them in place for future access to the SPs through Oracle ILOM.

1. If necessary, extend the servers to the maintenance position so you can access the back of the servers.
2. Ensure that each server has an Ethernet cable connected from your network to the 10-Gigabit Ethernet NET0 port on the back panel of the server.

   To locate the port, see Back Panel Status Indicators, Connectors, and PCIe Slots.

   This task should have been performed when attaching cables to the servers as described in Connect Data Cables to the Server.

3. Connect to both servers using Oracle ILOM.

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   Note - It is recommended that you do not disconnect these cables after initial configuration, so there is readily available access to the SPs through Oracle ILOM. It is also recommended that you make a connection to each server.

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   • For a network connection, connect an Ethernet cable from the NET MGT port on the back of the server to your network. This is the preferred connection method to Oracle ILOM for data collection.

   • For a serial connection, connect a serial cable from the SER MGT port on the back of the server to the serial port on the administrative client. Use a DB9 to RJ45 adpater if necessary. Ensure that the client has been prepared as outlined in Prerequisites.

4. If using the optional cable management arm (CMA), route all cables, except the server cluster cables, through the CMA and secure with the Velcro straps.
5. Power on the disk shelf(ves) by plugging the two power cords into the power supply connectors, connecting the cords to the external power source, applying external power, and turning on the disk shelf power switch(es) (the “|” position).

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   Note - To guarantee redundancy, power cords must be connected to two separate and independent power sources.

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   Wait several minutes until the system power indicator on the front, and the power supply status indicator for each power supply on the back are lit a steady green.

   
   

   Figure 28 Disk Shelf Power Supply Status Indicator

   
6. There are two power cords for each server. Connect one end of each server power cord to a grounded electrical outlet.

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   Note - To guarantee redundancy, power cords must be connected to two separate and independent power sources.

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7. Connect the server power cords to the power supply AC connectors on the back panel of the server and use the Velcro strap to secure them.

   Shortly after power is applied to the system, the SP OK LED blinks as the service processor (SP) is booting. The SP OK LED is illuminated solid green after the SP has successfully booted. After the SP has booted, the Power/OK LED on the front panel begins flashing slowly, indicating the host is in standby power mode. In standby power mode, the server is not yet initialized or powered on.

   
   

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   Caution - Do not operate the server unless all fans, component heatsinks, air baffles, and the top cover are installed. Damage to server components can occur if the server is operated without adequate cooling mechanisms.

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   Note - At this point, power is supplied only to the SP and the power supply fans. After the Power/OK LED is lit a steady green, the server has full power and is ready for initial configuration.

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8. If after a few minutes the Power/OK LED on the front panel is not lit a steady green, apply the remaining power manually by pressing the Power button on the server front panel.
9. If you extended the servers to the maintenance position, push the servers into the rack until the slide-rail locks (on the front of the servers) engage the slide-rail assemblies.

   You will hear an audible click when the server is in the normal rack position.