1 Preparing to Extend Oracle Exadata Database Machine
Before extending any rack hardware, review the safety precautions and cabling information, and collect information about the current rack in this section.
- About Extending Oracle Exadata
You can extend Oracle Exadata either by adding servers to the current configuration or by cabling together multiple racks. - Reviewing the Safety Precautions
Before upgrading Oracle Exadata Database Machines, read Important Safety Information for Sun Hardware Systems included with the rack. - Reviewing the Cable Precautions
- Estimating Cable Path Lengths
- Bundling Cables
- Reviewing the Cable Management Arm Guidelines
Review the following cable management arm (CMA) guidelines before routing the cables. - Obtaining Current Configuration Information
- Preparing the Network Configuration
When adding additional servers to your rack, you will need IP address and the current network configuration settings. - Moving Audit and Diagnostic Files
- Reviewing Release and Patch Levels
When adding new servers to a rack, you must match the installed operating system version and software releases. - Performing Preliminary Checks
- Preparing to Add Servers