C Server Installation Information
Overview of the Exadata Server X10M installation procedure.
Receiving and Unpacking Requirements
When the server is unloaded at your site:
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Leave the server in its shipping carton until it arrives at its installation location.
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Use a separate area to remove the packaging material to reduce particle contamination before the server is taken to the data center.
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Ensure that there is enough clearance and clear pathways to move the server from the unpacking area to the installation location.
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Ensure that the entire access route to the installation location is free of raised-pattern flooring that causes vibration.
Maintenance Space Requirements
The maintenance area for the rackmounted Exadata Server X10M must have the required access space. The following table lists the maintenance access requirements for the server when it is installed in a rack.
Table C-1 Maintenance Space Requirements
Location | Maintenance Access Requirement |
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Back of the server |
91.4 cm (36 inches) |
Area above the rack |
91.4 cm (36 inches) |
Front of the server |
123.2 cm (48.5 inches) |
Rack Space Requirements
Exadata Server X10M is a 2U server. For physical dimensions, see Server Physical Specifications.
You can install the server into a four-post rack cabinet that conforms to ANSI/EIA 310-D-1992 or IEC 60297 standards, such as Oracle Rack Cabinet 1242. See Rack Compatibility.
The minimum ceiling height for the cabinet is 230 cm (90 inches), measured from the true floor or raised floor, whichever is higher. An additional 91.4 cm (36 inches) of ceiling height is required for top clearance. The space above the cabinet and its surroundings must not restrict the movement of cool air between the air conditioner and the cabinet, or the movement of hot air coming out of the top of the cabinet.
Rack Compatibility
The rack into which you install Exadata Server X10M must meet the requirements listed in the following table. Oracle Rack Cabinet 1242 and Sun Rack II are compatible with Exadata Server X10M. For information about the racks, see Rackmounting the Server.
Table C-2 Rack Compatibility
Item | Requirement |
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Structure |
Four-post rack: (mounting at both front and back) Supported rack types: square hole (9.5 mm) and round hole (M6 or 1/4-20 threaded only). Two-post racks are not compatible. |
Rack horizontal opening and unit vertical pitch |
Conforms to ANSI/EIA 310-D-1992 or IEC 60297 standards. |
Distance between front and back mounting planes |
Minimum 61 cm and maximum 91.5 cm (24 inches to 36 inches). |
Clearance depth in front of front mounting plane |
Distance to front cabinet door is at least 2.54 cm (1 inch). |
Clearance depth behind front mounting plane |
Distance to back cabinet door is at least 90 cm (35.43 inches) with the cable management arm, or 80 cm (31.5 inches) without the cable management arm. |
Clearance width between front and back mounting planes |
Distance between structural supports and cable troughs is at least 45.6 cm (18 inches). |
Minimum clearance for service access |
Clearance, front of server: 123.2 cm (48.5 inches) Clearance, back of server: 91.4 cm (36 inches) |
The following table contains Oracle Rack Cabinet 1242 rack specifications:
Table C-3 Oracle Rack Cabinet 1242 Rack Specifications
Requirement | Specification |
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Usable rack units |
42 |
Height |
199.9 cm (78.74 inches) |
Width (with side panels) |
60 cm (23.62 inches) |
Maximum dynamic load |
1005 kg (2215 lbs) |
The following table contains Sun Rack II Model 1242 and Sun Rack II Model 1042 rack specifications:
Table C-4 Sun Rack II Model 1242 and Sun Rack II Model 1042 Rack Specifications
Requirement | Specification |
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Usable rack units |
42 |
Height |
199.8 cm (78.66 inches) |
Width (with side panels) |
60 cm (23.62 inches) |
Depth Model 1242 |
120 cm (47.24 inches) |
Depth Model 1042 |
105.8 cm (41.66 inches) |
Weight Model 1242 |
150.6 kg (332 lbs) |
Weight Model 1042 |
123.4 kg (272 lbs) |
Maximum dynamic load |
1005 kg (2215 lbs) |
Note:
Depth is measured from front door handle to back door handle.
Installation Procedure
This topic provides an overview of the Exadata Server X10M installation procedure. Review the entire installation procedure and find links to more information about each step.
The following list summarizes the tasks that you must perform to properly install Exadata Server X10M.
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Review Known Issues for any late-breaking information about the server. Refer to Oracle AMD-Based Cloud Servers Product Notes.
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Confirm Installation Prerequisites. Prepare to install the server.
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Install the server into a rack.
Rackmount the server. To rackmount the server, secure the rack to the floor, stabilize the rack, and install the mounting brackets and slide rails. Install the server hardware.
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Connect to the system. Attach cables and power cords to the server.
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Power on the server.
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Connect to Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM).
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Install the operating system.
Installation Prerequisites
Prepare to install the server. Before you start the Rackmount Procedures or Reinstall the Server Into the Rack, ensure that the following tasks are complete.
- Review the server:
- Confirm that your site meets the required electrical and environmental requirements. See Site Planning Checklists.
- Familiarize yourself with safety precautions and electrostatic discharge (ESD).
- Before installing the server, read the safety information in Oracle Server Safety and Compliance Guide and in Important Safety Information for Oracle's Hardware Systems.
- Assemble the required tools and equipment for installation.
- Confirm that you received all the items you ordered. See Shipping Inventory.
- Install any separately shipped optional components.
Safety Precautions
This section describes safety precautions you must follow when installing the server into a rack.
Caution:
Observe these safety precautions:
Leveling feet position: When unpacking the rack at the installation site, or when repackaging and moving the rack to a new location, verify that the leveling feet are up before moving the rack.
Shipping brackets: The rack shipping brackets are not for use for bracing or anchoring the rack during seismic events.
Stabilize rack: Deploy the anti-tilt bar on the equipment rack before starting an installation.
Equipment loading: Always load equipment into a rack from the bottom up so that the rack does not become top-heavy and tip over. Deploy your rack anti-tilt bar to prevent the rack from tipping during equipment installation.Lifting equipment: Exadata Server X10M weighs up to 76 lbs (34 kg). Two people are needed to mount the server into the rack enclosure.
Communicate instructions: When performing a two-person procedure, communicate your intentions clearly to the other person before, during, and after each step to minimize confusion.
Elevated operating ambient temperature: If you install the server in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment might be higher than the room ambient temperature. Install the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified for the server. For server environmental requirements, see Environmental Requirements.
Reduced airflow: Install the equipment in a rack so that it does not compromise the amount of airflow required for safe operation of the equipment.
Mechanical loading: Mount the equipment in the rack so that it does not cause a hazardous condition due to uneven mechanical loading.
Circuit overloading: Consider the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading the circuits might have on over-current protection and supply wiring. Also consider the equipment nameplate power ratings used when you address this concern.
Reliable earthing: Maintain reliable earthing of rackmounted equipment. Pay attention to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (for example, use of power strips).
Mounted equipment: Do not use slide-rail-mounted equipment as a shelf or a workspace.
ESD Precautions
Electronic equipment is susceptible to damage by static electricity. To prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) when you install or service the server:
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Use a grounded antistatic wrist strap, foot strap, or equivalent safety equipment.
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Place components on an antistatic surface, such as an antistatic discharge mat or an antistatic bag.
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Wear an antistatic grounding wrist strap connected to a metal surface on the chassis when you work on system components.
Caution:
Equipment damage: Electrostatic damage can permanently disable the system or require repair by authorized service technicians.
Before installing the server, read the safety information in Oracle Server Safety and Compliance Guide and in Important Safety Information for Oracle's Hardware Systems.
Tools and Equipment For Installation
- Phillips (+) No. 1, No. 2
- Torx (6 Lobe) T15, T20, T25, T30
- Antistatic wrist strap
- Antistatic mat
You must provide a system console device, such as a laptop (running terminal emulation software), workstation, or terminal server.
Shipping Inventory
Inspect the shipping cartons for evidence of physical damage. If a shipping carton appears damaged, request that the carrier agent be present when the carton is opened. Keep all contents and packing material for the agent inspection.
The carton contains these components:
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Power cords, packaged separately with the country kit
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Rackmount kit, containing rack rails, mounting brackets, screws, and the Rackmounting Template
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Legal and safety documents
Rackmounting the Server
To rackmount the server, secure the rack to the floor, stabilize the rack, and install the mounting brackets and slide rails. Then, install the server into the rack.
Note:
Rack Mount Instructions
A) Elevated Operating Ambient - If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by the manufacturer.
B) Reduced Air Flow - Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
C) Mechanical Loading - Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
D) Circuit Overloading - Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
E) Reliable Earthing - Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips).
Equipment is intended for installation in Restricted Access Area
Rackmount Kit Contents
The following figure shows the Rackmount Kit contents. For additional
instructions on how to install your server in a four-post rack using the slide-rail and
cable management arm options, refer to the Rackmounting Template.
Call Out | Description |
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Slide-rails |
2 |
Mounting brackets |
3 |
Four M4 x 5 fine-pitch mounting bracket securing screws (optional) |
4 |
Rackmounting Template |
Stabilize the Rack
Caution:
To reduce the risk of personal injury, stabilize the rack cabinet, and extend the anti-tilt bar before you install the server.
Refer to your rack documentation for detailed instructions for the following steps.
Related Rack Documentation
Install Mounting Brackets on the Server
To install the mounting brackets on the sides of the server:
Mark the Rackmount Location
Identify the location in the rack where you want to place the server. Exadata Server X10M requires two rack units (2U). Use the Rackmounting Template to identify the correct mounting holes for the slide-rails.
Caution:
Always load equipment into a rack from the bottom up so that the rack does not become top-heavy and tip over. Extend the rack anti-tilt bar to prevent the rack from tipping during equipment installation.
- Ensure that there is at least two rack units (2U) of vertical space in the rack cabinet to install the server. See Rack Compatibility.
- Place the Rackmounting Template against the front rails, and measure up from the bottom of the Rackmounting Template. The bottom edge of the Rackmounting Template card corresponds to the bottom edge of the server.
- Mark the mounting holes for the front slide-rails.
- Mark the mounting holes for the back slide-rails.
Attach the Slide-Rails
Use this procedure to attach slide-rail assemblies to the rack.
Note:
Before you install the slide-rails, be sure to install the server right-angle AC power cables (part number 7079727 - Pwrcord, Jmpr, Bulk, SR2, 2m, C14RA, 10A, C13). In the 1000 mm rack, the standard rail kit slide-rails obstruct access to the front of the 15kVA, 22kVA, and 24kVA Power Distribution Unit (PDU) electrical sockets. If you use the standard AC power cables, first plug them in, and then install the slide-rails into the rack. After you install the slide-rails, you cannot disconnect or remove the standard AC power cables from the PDU but you can remove them from the system.
Install the Server Into the Slide-Rail Assemblies
Use this procedure to install the server chassis with mounting brackets into the slide-rail assemblies that are mounted to the rack.
Caution:
Personal Injury or Equipment Damage: This procedure requires a minimum of two people because of the weight of the server. Attempting this procedure alone could result in equipment damage or personal injury.
Always load equipment into a rack from the bottom up so that the rack does not become top-heavy and tip over. Extend the rack anti-tilt bar to prevent the rack from tipping during equipment installation.
Install the Cable Management Arm (Optional)
Follow this procedure to install the cable management arm (CMA), which you can use to manage cables connected to the back of the server.
Note:
Before you install the CMA, ensure that the right-angle AC power cables are long enough to connect to the rackmounted servers when routed through the CMA.
Remove the Cable Management Arm
Follow this procedure to remove the cable management arm (CMA).
Before you begin this procedure, refer to the illustration provided in Step 1 in the procedure Install the Cable Management Arm (Optional) to identify CMA connectors A, B, C, and D. Disconnect the CMA connectors in the reverse order in which you installed them, that is, disconnect connector D first, followed by C, B, and A.
Throughout this procedure, after you disconnect any of the CMA four connectors, do not allow the CMA to hang under its own weight.
Note:
References to “left” or “right” in this procedure assume that you are facing the back of the equipment rack.
Operating System Installation Process
Each operating system has specific steps to follow to complete the installation. Refer to the OS documentation. The general process for all operating system installations is as follows.
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Review the server Known Issues.
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Confirm the server supported operating system version.
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Install the server hardware.
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Connect to the system.
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Select the installation method.
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Select the installation target.
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Install the operating system.
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Configure the operating system.
Configure NVMe RAID Using BRU
BRU on Oracle AMD Platforms
On Exadata Server X10M, BRU is employed in "Native" mode, which is based on Linux RAID metadata version 1.2. Oracle AMD platforms do not support IMSM (Intel© Matrix Storage Manager) containers and metadata, which are Intel VROC features.
Enabling/Disabling BRU
By default, BRU is disabled in UEFI. There is no BRU enable/disable switch in the UEFI menus. BRU is enabled by modifying the UEFI configuration in Oracle ILOM 'expert mode'. You must stop the system to perform this procedure.
BRU (Boot RAID on UEFI) enables Exadata Server X10M to boot from NVMe RAID1 devices. BRU replaces the boot device discovery functionality provided by Intel© VROC (Virtual RAID on CPU). Note that BRU is not a feature-for-feature replacement of VROC. BRU does not provide RAID device configuration and management capability. The RAID1 boot devices used by BRU are created with Linux mdadm utility. The underlying RAID functionality is managed with Linux mdadm utility and md driver.
The Configure NVMe RAID1 Boot Devices procedure configures a RAID1 volume so that you can install Oracle Linux. Boot RAID on UEFI (BRU), implements a UEFI driver that identifies a bootable NVMe M.2 RAID1 volume in the UEFI environment. OnExadata Server X10M, BRU uses native Linux RAID1 metadata (version 1.2) and is fully compatible with mdadm utilities in Linux.
Note:
Please note that Windows© and VMware© do not support booting from BRU devices. This procedure applies only to Exadata Server X10M with Oracle Linux and installed NVMe M.2 SSD boot devices.