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SPARC S7-2L Server Service Manual

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Updated: February 2019
 
 

Install the Motherboard

When replacing the motherboard, remove the SC PROM from the old motherboard and install this component on the new motherboard. The SPM contains the Oracle ILOM system configuration data, and the SC PROM contains the system host ID and MAC address. Transferring this component preserves system-specific information.

  1. Remove the old motherboard from the server.

    See Remove the Motherboard.

    Keep track of the original locations of parts that will be installed on the new motherboard.

  2. Unpack the replacement motherboard and place it on an antistatic mat.
  3. Grasp the motherboard by the handle and place it into the chassis (panel 1).
    image:Figure showing how to install the motherboard, focusing on placing the motherboard and mid-wall in the server.

    You can use the metal handle in front of the cable channel and the bar by the rear I/O panel as handles to lift the motherboard.

    Ensure that the remaining cables do not get caught on edges of the motherboard.

    1. Tilt the motherboard to the right side so it gets under the power supplies.

      Be sure the power supplies are pulled out slightly from their slots when you insert the motherboard.

    2. Level the motherboard in the server chassis.
    3. Slide the motherboard to the rear of the server to engage the raised standoffs.
    4. Push the power supplies in to engage securely with the motherboard.
  4. Insert the mid-wall into the chassis (panel 2).
  5. Fasten the mid-wall to the chassis.
    1. Tighten the four green captive screws that secure the mid-wall to the bottom of the chassis (panel 3).

      Use a No. 2 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the captive screws.


      image:Figure showing how to install the motherboard, focusing on attaching the mid-wall.
    2. Fasten a screw on each side of the chassis to secure the mid-wall to the chassis (panel 4).
  6. Reconnect the cable from the server intrusion switch (panel 1).
    image:Figure showing how to install the motherboard, focusing on connecting cables.
  7. Reconnect the ribbon cables to the motherboard from the left and right LED indicator modules (panel 2).
  8. Reconnect the signal cable and power cable from the motherboard to the drive backplane.

    Also reconnect the NVMe cable from the motherboard to the drive backplane.

    See Install the Eight-Drive Backplane.

  9. Install the four fan modules.

    See Install a Fan Module.

  10. Install DIMMs on the motherboard.

    Place each DIMM in the same motherboard slot where it had been before.

  11. Install the SC PROM on the motherboard.

    Use the SC PROM you removed from a motherboard.


    image:Figure showing how to install the SC PROM on the new motherboard.
  12. Install all PCIe cards.

    Place each PCIe card in the slot where it had been located.

    See Install a PCIe Card or Filler.

  13. Install the air baffle.

    See Install the Air Baffle.

  14. Attach the top cover.

    See Replace the Top Cover.

  15. Return the server to the normal operating position.

    See Return the Server to the Normal Operating Position.

  16. Reconnect the power cords to the power supplies.

    See Attach Power Cords.

  17. Prior to powering on the server, connect a terminal or a terminal emulator (PC or workstation) to the SP through the SER MGT port.

    Refer to Connect a Terminal or Emulator to the SER MGT Port in SPARC S7-2L Server Installation Guide.

  18. Prepare to download the system firmware.

    If necessary, configure the server's NET MGT port so that it can access the network. Log in to the SP through the NET MGT port.

    Refer to the Oracle ILOM documentation for network configuration instructions.

  19. Download the system firmware.

    Follow the firmware download instructions in the Oracle ILOM documentation.

    Note - You can load any supported system firmware version, including the firmware version that was installed prior to replacing the motherboard.
  20. When you replace a motherboard that contains an SP, download the fallback miniroot image for your hardware and your Oracle Solaris version from My Oracle Support at: https://support.oracle.com.

    Then follow the procedure Uploading a New Solaris Miniroot Package From SP to Hostin the Oracle ILOM Administrator's Guide for Configuration and Maintenance.

  21. Power on the server.

    See Power On the Server (Oracle ILOM) or Power On the Server (System Power Button).

  22. (Optional) Transfer the serial number and product number to the FRUID of the new motherboard.

    If the replacement motherboard must have the same serial number as the server prior to servicing, trained service personnel must take this action in a special service mode.

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