7.1 Extending Server Memory Task Map

Table 7.1 describes the steps for extending the Oracle PCA at your site by installing memory kits to upgrade the compute nodes.

Table 7.1 Steps for Extending Oracle Private Cloud Appliance By Installing Server Memory Kits

Step	Description	Links
1	Review safety guidelines and site checklists.	Section 6.2, “Review Safety Guidelines”
2	Identify the servers to upgrade and the memory kit to install: Replace DIMMs in a Sun Server X3-2 or Sun Server X4-2. Add DIMMs to an Oracle Server X5-2 or Oracle Server X6-2.	Section 7.2, “Selecting a Server Memory Kit”
3	Install the memory upgrade kit. This involves migrating running virtual machines to avoid service interruptions, and powering down the compute node.	Section 7.3, “Installing the Memory Upgrade Kit”
4	Configure the system for optimal performance with the extended RAM. Caution This section applies only to systems running software release 2.0.5 or earlier. This refers to software configuration on the upgraded compute node. In addition, a configuration change on the active management node is required to ensure that compute nodes are provisioned and reprovisioned correctly with the new RAM configuration.	Section 7.4, “Configuring the System Software to Use Additional Memory”