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Updated: Dec 21, 2015
Sun Server X4-8 HTML Documentation Collection
Document Information
Using This Documentation
Sun Server X4-8 Model Naming Convention
Getting the Latest Firmware and Software
Documentation and Feedback
About This Documentation
Contributors
Change History
Hardware Installation
Installation Procedure Overview
Server Features and Components
Front Panel Features
Front Indicator Module
Power Supply Controls and Indicators
Fan Module Controls and Indicators
Back Panel Features
Back Panel Status Indicators and Buttons
Storage Controls and Indicators
Server Supported Components
Managing Your Server
Multiple Server Management Tools
Single Server Management Tools
Oracle System Assistant
Oracle ILOM
Oracle Hardware Management Pack
UEFI BIOS
Preparing to Install the Server
Server Specifications
Physical Specifications
Electrical Specifications
Environmental Requirements
Ventilation Guidelines
ESD Precautions
Optional Component Installation
Rack Installation Instructions
Safety Precautions
Rack Compatibility
Unpack the Server and Inventory the Contents
Install Shelf Rails and Back Mounting Brackets
Install Shipping Bracket (Optional)
Install the Server into the Rack
Cabling the Server
Back Panel Connectors and Ports
Cable the Server
Connecting to Oracle ILOM
Oracle ILOM Hardware and Interfaces
Oracle ILOM Network Defaults
Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Local Serial Connection
Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Remote Ethernet Connection
Modify IPv4 Network Settings From the Oracle ILOM CLI
Modify IPv6 Network Settings From the Oracle ILOM CLI
Modify Network Settings From the Oracle ILOM Web Interface
Test IPv4 or IPv6 Network Configuration From the Oracle ILOM CLI
Test IPv4 or IPv6 Network Configuration From the Oracle ILOM Web Interface
Exit Oracle ILOM
Troubleshooting the Service Processor Connection
Reset the Service Processor Using Oracle ILOM
Reset the Service Processor Using the SP Reset Switch
Recover Root Account Password
Setting Up Software and Firmware Using Oracle System Assistant
Launching Oracle System Assistant
Launch Oracle System Assistant Using the Oracle ILOM Web Interface
Launch Oracle System Assistant Locally
Prepare Oracle System Assistant
Preparing the Server for OS Installation
Prepare the Server for OS Installation
Configure Storage Drives for OS Installation
Storage Drive Configuration
Configuring RAID Using Oracle System Assistant
Configure RAID With a Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe Internal HBA
Configure RAID With a Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe RAID Internal HBA
Configuring RAID Using the BIOS RAID Configuration Utilities
Configuring RAID Using the BIOS With the Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe Internal HBA
Configure RAID in UEFI Boot Mode
Configure RAID in Legacy Boot Mode
Configuring RAID Using the BIOS With the Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe RAID Internal HBA
Configure RAID in UEFI Boot Mode
Configure RAID in Legacy Boot Mode
Set Up an Operating System and Drivers
Configuring the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS
Preparing for the Oracle Solaris Configuration
Preinstalled Oracle Solaris Operating System RAID Limitations
Oracle Solaris OS Configuration Worksheet
Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris 11 Operating System
Reinstalling the Oracle Solaris Operating System
Oracle Solaris 11 Operating System Documentation
Configuring the Preinstalled Oracle VM 3.X Software
Preinstalled Oracle VM Server Compatiblitiy Requirements
Oracle VM Configuration Worksheet
Configure the Preinstalled Oracle VM Server
Oracle VM Documentation
Configuring the Preinstalled Oracle Linux OS
Oracle Linux Configuration Worksheet
Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Linux OS
Register and Update Your Oracle Linux OS
Getting Server Firmware and Software
Firmware and Software Updates
Firmware and Software Access Options
Available Software Release Packages
Accessing Firmware and Software
Download Firmware and Software Using My Oracle Support
Installing Updates
Installing Firmware
Installing Hardware Drivers and OS Tools
Controlling System Power
Powering the Server On and Off
Power Off Host Using the Power Button
Power On Host Using the Power Button
Power Host On and Off Using Oracle ILOM
Troubleshooting Installation Issues
Troubleshooting and Diagnostic References
Technical Support Information Worksheet
Locating the Server Serial Number
Operating System Installation
Oracle Solaris
About Oracle Solaris OS Installation
Supported Oracle Solaris Operating Systems
Oracle Solaris Installation Task Table
OS Installation Options
Single-Server Installation Methods
Oracle System Assistant
Oracle System Assistant Overview
Oracle System Assistant OS Installation Task
Obtaining Oracle System Assistant
Preparing to Install the OS
Obtaining Oracle Solaris Documentation
Setting Up the Installation Session
Set Up the Local Console
Set Up the Remote Console
Setting Up the BIOS
Load BIOS Optimal Default Settings
Set the BIOS Boot Mode
Installing the Oracle Solaris OS
Installing Supported Versions of the Oracle Solaris OS
Install the Oracle Solaris OS (Oracle System Assistant)
Install the Oracle Solaris OS (Manually)
Installing Server System Tools (Optional)
Oracle VM
About Oracle VM Software Installation
Oracle VM Installation Task Table
Oracle VM Overview
Supported Software Versions and Updates
See Also
Oracle VM Installation Options
Single-Server Installation Methods
Oracle System Assistant
Oracle System Assistant Overview
Oracle System Assistant OS Installation Task
Obtaining Oracle System Assistant
Preparing for Oracle VM Server Installation
Preparing the Installation Environment
Set Up the Local Console
Set Up the Remote Console (PXE Installation)
Creating a Virtual Disk
Load BIOS Optimal Default Settings
Set the BIOS Boot Mode
Installing Oracle VM Server
Install Oracle VM Server (Oracle System Assistant)
Installing Oracle VM Server (Manually)
Install Oracle VM Server (Local or Remote Media)
Installing Oracle VM Server (PXE Server)
PXE Server Installation Requirements
Install Oracle VM Server (PXE Server)
Completing the Oracle VM Installation
Increasing dom0_mem for Large-Memory Systems
Access Oracle Hardware Management Pack
Install Specific Oracle VM Drivers
Creating and Managing Oracle VM Resources
Linux
About Linux OS Installation
Supported OS Versions and Latest Information
Supported Linux Operating Systems
OS Installation Options
Single-Server Installation Methods
Assisted OS Installation
Manual OS Installation
Oracle System Assistant
Oracle System Assistant OS Installation Task
Obtaining Oracle System Assistant
Preparing to Install the OS
Downloading Installation Media Kits
Download Oracle Linux Media Kits
Download SLES Media Kits
Download RHEL Media Kits
Setting Up the Installation
Set Up the Local Console
Set Up the Remote Console
Setting Up BIOS
Load BIOS Optimal Default Settings
Set the BIOS Boot Mode
Installing the Operating System
Install a Linux OS (Oracle System Assistant)
Install a Linux OS Manually
Install Oracle Linux Manually
Install SLES Manually
Install RHEL Manually
Installing Server System Tools and Updating Drivers
Install Server System Tools
Update or Install System Drivers
Updating a Linux OS to a New Version
Update the Oracle Linux Operating System Version
Update the SLES Operating System Version
Update the RHEL Operating System Version
Windows
About Windows OS Installation
Supported OS Versions and Latest Information
OS Installation Options
Single-Server Installation Methods
Assisted OS Installation
Manual OS Installation
Windows Deployment Services OS Installation
Oracle System Assistant
Oracle System Assistant Tasks Overview
Oracle System Assistant OS Installation Task
Obtaining Oracle System Assistant
Preparing to Install the OS
Setting Up the Installation Method
Set Up the Local Console
Set Up the Remote Console
Setting Up the BIOS
Load BIOS Optimal Default Settings
Set the BIOS Boot Mode
Installing the Windows OS
Install Windows (Oracle System Assistant)
Install Windows Server 2008 R2 (Manually)
Install Windows Server 2012 R2 (Manually)
Install Windows Server (PXE)
Installing Server System Tools, Updating Drivers, and Setting Up iSCSI Virtual Disks
Install Server System Tools
Update System Drivers
Setting Up iSCSI Virtual Disks
ESX
About VMware ESXi 5.5 Installation
Installation Task Map
VMware ESXi 5.5 and Server Documentation
See Also
Supported Software Versions and Server Updates
Software Installation Options
See Also
Single-Server Interactive Installation Methods
See Also
Preparing for ESXi 5.5 Installation
Set Up the Local Console
Set Up the Remote Console
Gather Required Information
Load BIOS Optimal Default Settings
Set the BIOS Mode
Creating a Virtual Disk and Setting the Boot Disk
Installing VMware ESXi 5.5
Install VMware ESXi 5.5 (Local or Remote Interactive Installation)
Update VMware ESXi 5.5
Service
About This Document
Major Sections
Service Notes
Intended Audience
Warning Label
Server and Components Overview
Server Overview
Chassis Overview
Chassis Front Components
Chassis Internal Components
Chassis Rear Components
CPU Module (CMOD) Overview
Processor and Memory Overview
CMOD Configuration Options
CMOD Population Rules
CMOD Layout
CMOD and Fan Module Power
System Module (SMOD)
SMOD Overview
Storage Drives
SMOD Motherboard
Service Processor (SP)
Storage Drive Backplanes
SAS Host Bus Adapter (HBA) Card, Riser, and Cables
Internal USB Ports
Server Subsystems
System Management Subsystem
Front Indicator Module (FIM) Panel
CMOD Service Action Required Indicators
Power Supply Unit (PSU) Indicators
Fan Module (FM) Indicators
Storage Drive Unit Indicators
Back Indicator Panel
Dual PCIe Card Carrier (DPCC) Indicators
AC Power Inlet Indicators
Switches and Buttons
Service Processor (SP) Oracle ILOM
Oracle System Assistant
Storage and IO Subsystem
Back Panel Ports and Connectors
Dual PCIe Card Carrier (DPCC)
Chassis Cooling Subsystem
Cooling Zones
Cooling Fan Power
Fan Module Redundancy
Power Subsystem
Server Block Diagram
Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
Troubleshooting Server Component Hardware Faults
Troubleshooting Server Hardware Faults
Basic Troubleshooting Steps
Troubleshoot Hardware Faults
Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Information
Troubleshooting Indicators
Server Boot Process and Normal Operating State Indicators
Locate Indicator On
Over Temperature Condition
PSU Failure
Memory Failure
CPU Failure
Fan Module Failure
SP Failure
Front Panel Lamp Test
Indicator Blink Rates
Steady On
Steady Off
Slow Blink Rate
Fast Blink Rate
Single (Standby) Blink Rate
Slow Unison Blink Rate
Insertion Blink
Unison Steady On
Alternating (Invalid FRU) Blink Rate
Feedback Flash
Data Blink Rate
Sequential (Diagnostic) Blink Rate
The CMOD Fault Remind Test Circuit
Troubleshooting System Cooling Issues
External Ambient Temperature Too High
Airflow Blockage
Hardware Component Failure
Troubleshooting Power Issues
AC Power Connection
Power Supplies (PSUs)
Troubleshooting With Diagnostic Tools
Diagnostic Tools
Diagnostic Tool Documentation
Attaching Devices to the Server
Attach Devices to the Server
Configuring Serial Port Sharing
Assign Serial Port Output Using the CLI
Assign Serial Port Output Using the Web Interface
Ethernet Port Device Naming
Getting Help
Contacting Support
Locating the Chassis Serial Number
Servicing the Server
Component Serviceability, Locations, and Designations
Component Serviceability Requirements
Component Locations
Component Designations
Fan Module Designations
Power Supply Slot Designations
CMOD Slot Designations
Memory Slot Designations
Storage Drive Slot Designations
DPCC and PCIe Card Slot Designations
AC Input Power Block
Component Network Access Control (NAC) Names
Performing Electrostatic Discharge and Static Prevention Measures
Using an Anti-static Wrist Strap
Using an Anti-static Mat
Tools and Equipment
Component Filler Panels and Non-Powered Components
Clear Hardware Fault Messages
Preparing for Service
Prepare the Server for Hot Service
Prepare the Server for Warm Service
Prepare the Server for Cold Service
Powering Off the Server
Power Off the Server Using the Server OS
Power Off, Graceful (Power Button)
Power Off, Immediate (Power Button)
Power Off, Remote (Oracle ILOM CLI)
Power Off, Remote (Oracle ILOM Web Interface)
Remove Power
Power Modes, Shutdowns, and Resets
Full Power Mode
Standby Power Mode
Graceful Shutdown
Immediate Shutdown
Complete Power Removal
Warm Reset or Reboot
Cold Reset
Managing the Locator Indicator
Turn On the Locator Indicator Remotely (Oracle ILOM CLI)
Turn On the Locator Indicator Remotely (Oracle ILOM Web Interface)
Control the Locator Indicator Locally
Servicing Components
Servicing Fan Modules and Fan Frames
Remove a Fan Module
Install a Fan Module
Remove a Fan Frame
Install a Fan Frame
Servicing Power Supply Units (PSUs)
Remove a PSU
Install a PSU
Servicing the Front Indicator Module (FIM)
Remove the FIM
Install the FIM
Servicing the CPU Module (CMOD) Components
Remove a CMOD
Remove and Install the CMOD Cover
Install a CMOD
Replace a Failed DIMM
Install a DIMM
Remove a DIMM
Memory and DIMM Reference
DIMM Specifics
Memory Buffers and Channels
DIMM Slot Numbering and Color Coding
DIMM Rules
DIMM Slot Population Order
Remove a Heatsink and Processor (FRU)
Install a Heatsink and Processor (FRU)
Servicing Storage Drives
Remove a Storage Drive
Install a Storage Drive
Storage Drive Reference
Storage Drive Population Rules
Servicing PCIe Cards and the Dual PCIe Card Carriers (DPCCs)
Remove a DPCC
Remove a PCIe Card
Install a PCIe Card
Install a DPCC
Replace a DPCC
PCIe Card and DPCC Reference
Server PCIe Card Capabilities
Dual PCIe Card Carriers (DPCCs)
DPCC Indicator Panel
DPCC Population Rules
Servicing System Module (SMOD) Components
Remove the SMOD
Install the SMOD
Servicing the Host Bus Adapter (HBA) Card
Remove the HBA Card
Install the HBA Card
Replace the HBA Battery
Servicing the SAS Cable
Replace the SAS Cable
Servicing the Internal USB Flash Drives
Remove an Internal USB Flash Drive
Install an Internal USB Drive
Replace the Real Time Clock (System) Battery
Replace the Midplane Assembly
Returning the Server to Operation
Prepare the Server for Operation
Power On the Server
BIOS Setup Utility
Access the BIOS Setup Utility
BIOS Setup Utility Screens
Main Screen (Legacy)
Advanced Screen (Legacy)
Advanced - Processor Configuration
Advanced - CPU Power Management Configuration
Memory Configuration
Advanced - USB Ports
Advanced - Serial Port Console Redirection
Advanced - Trusted Computing
Advanced - Network Stack
Advanced - Legacy iSCSI
Advanced - BMC Network Configuration
IO Screen
Boot Screen
Index
Index A
Index B
Index C
Index D
Index E
Index F
Index G
Index H
Index I
Index K
Index L
Index M
Index O
Index P
Index R
Index S
Index T
Index U
Index V
Index W
Language:
English
Setting Up the Installation
Set Up the Local Console
Set Up the Remote Console
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