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SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers

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Using This Documentation ix

Understanding the Server 1

Installation Task Overview 1

Server Overview 3

System Status LEDs 4

Front Components 6

Rear Components 8

Understanding the Hardware Architecture 9

SPs and SPPs 10

Domain Configurable Units 10

Physical Domains 13

Understanding the Firmware and Software Environment 14

OpenBoot 15

Oracle ILOM 15

Oracle Solaris OS 16

Oracle VM Server for SPARC 17

Oracle Enterprise Manager Ops Center 17

Preparing the Site 19

Site Preparation Checklist 19

General Installation Site Guidelines 22

Reviewing the Physical Specifications 23

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Physical Dimensions 24

Installation and Service Area 25

Leveling Feet and Caster Dimensions 26

Raised Floor Weight Considerations 28

Mounting Holes and Cable Routing Floor Cutout Specifications 28

Reviewing the Power Requirements 30

Power Supply Specifications 30

Server Power Consumption 31

Power Cord Specifications 32

Facility Power Receptacles 36

Facility Power Requirements 37

Power Cord-to-Power Supply Relationship 40

Grounding Requirements 42

Circuit Breaker Capacity Requirements 43

Preparing for Cooling 43

Environmental Requirements 44

Airborne Contaminates 45

Heat Dissipation and Airflow Requirements 47

Cooling Airflow From Ceiling Vents 49

Cooling Airflow From Perforated Floor Tiles 50

▼ Measure the Ambient Temperature and Humidity 52

Preparing the Unloading Route and Unpacking Area 53

Shipping Container Dimensions 54

Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements 55

Access Route Guidelines 55

Unpacking Area 57

Planning Network Addresses 59

Mandatory Cable Connections and Network Addresses 59

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SP Cables 60

SP Network Addresses 64

PDomain Cables and Network Addresses 65

PCIe Network Interface Cards 65

Oracle VM Server for SPARC Network Addresses 66

Preparing for Installation 67

Handling Precautions 67

ESD Precautions 68

Oracle Safety Information 69

Equipment Needed for Installation 69

▼ Attach an Antistatic Wrist Strap 70

Installing the Server 73

▼ Confirm the Site Preparation 73

▼ Receive the Server 75

▼ Unpack the Server 76

Moving the Server 78

Server Moves in Every Direction 78

▼ Move the Server to the Installation Site 79

▼ Use a Metal Plate to Cross Gaps in the Floor 82

▼ Move Server Up or Down a Ramp 84

Stabilizing the Server 87

▼ Lower the Leveling Feet 87

▼ Raise the Leveling Feet 89

▼ Install the Mounting Brackets 91

Optional Component Installation 95

Connecting the Front SP Cables 97

▼ Connect the SP Cables 97

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Securing the SP Cables 99

▼ Remove the Door 100

▼ Route the SP Cables Down 102

▼ Route the SP Cables Up 107

▼ Install the Door 115

Connecting the Rear Power Cords and Data Cables 119

Rear Cable Routing Options 119

Maximum Cable Connections 121

Cable Management Devices 122

▼ Prepare the Cable Routing Brackets 123

▼ Connect the Power Cords 126

▼ Secure the Power Cords 131

▼ Connect the EMS Network Cables 134

▼ Connect Other Data Cables 135

Managing Data Cables 136

▼ Secure Cables Routed Up 136

▼ Secure Cables Routed Down 138

Powering On the Server for the First Time 141

Installed Software 142

▼ Inspect the Power Cords 142

Dual-Redundant SPs 143

▼ Connect Terminals or Emulators to the SP SER MGT Ports 144

▼ Switch On the Facility Circuit Breakers 145

▼ Log In to the Active SP 148

▼ Set Oracle ILOM Network Addresses 150

▼ Set the Altitude of the Server 153

▼ Power On the Server 154

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Oracle Solaris OS Configuration Parameters 156

Additional Software Configuration and Testing 157

Glossary 159

Index 165

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Using This Documentation

This document provides site planning information and installation instructions for the SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 servers from Oracle. This document is written for technicians, system administrators, and authorized service providers who have advanced experience working with similar products.

■ “Product Notes” on page ix

■ “Related Documentation” on page x

■ “Feedback” on page x

■ “Access to Oracle Support” on page x

Product Notes

For late-breaking information and known issues about this product, refer to the product notes at:

http://www.oracle.com/goto/M5-32/docs

http://www.oracle.com/goto/M6-32/docs

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Understanding the Server

These topics list the installation tasks, provide an overview of the server, and highlight the key components.

Description Links

Review the tasks required to install the server.

Review the main server features. “Server Overview” on page 3

Understand the status indicators required for the installation.

Identify the key external server components. Understand the hardware architecture and software environment.

Related Information

■ “Preparing the Site” on page 19

■ “Installing the Server” on page 73

■ Server Administration

■ Server Service

“Installation Task Overview” on page 1

“System Status LEDs” on page 4

“Front Components” on page 6

“Rear Components” on page 8

“Understanding the Hardware Architecture” on page 9

“Understanding the Firmware and Software Environment” on page 14

Installation Task Overview

Perform the following tasks to install and configure the server.

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Step Description Documents or Links

1 Review the product notes for any

SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Product Notes

late-breaking news about the server.

2 Review the important safety and security

notices.

SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Safety and Compliance Guide

SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Security Guide

Important Safety Information for Oracle’s Sun Hardware Systems

3 Familiarize yourself with the server

features, main components, and LEDs required for installation.

“Server Overview” on page 3

“System Status LEDs” on page 4

“Front Components” on page 6

“Rear Components” on page 8

4 Prepare the installation site for the server

“Preparing the Site” on page 19

installation by reviewing the server specifications and site requirements.

5 Take ESD and safety precautions, and

“Preparing for Installation” on page 67

assemble the required tools.

6 Confirm the site is ready for the server.

Receive and unpack the server.

“Confirm the Site Preparation” on page 73

“Receive the Server” on page 75

“Unpack the Server” on page 76

7 Move the server to the installation site

and secure it to the floor.

“Moving the Server” on page 78

“Stabilizing the Server” on page 87

8 Install any optional components. “Optional Component Installation” on page 95

9 Install and manage data cables and power

cords to the server.

“Connecting the Front SP Cables” on page 97

“Connecting the Rear Power Cords and Data Cables” on

page 119

10 Make a serial connection to the SP, power

“Powering On the Server for the First Time” on page 141

on, and configure the server for the first time.

Related Information

■ Server Administration

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Server Overview

The SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 enterprise-class servers are designed for mission-critical applications.

Feature Description

Processor SPARC M5-32 server: 8 to 32 SPARC M5 processors, each with 6 cores

and 8 threads per core

SPARC M6-32 server: 8 to 32 SPARC M6 processors, each with 12 cores and 8 threads per core

Memory 32 DIMM slots per processor

I/O expansion 64 low-profile PCIe Generation 3 card slots

Hard drive storage 32 drive slots supporting 2.5-inch HDDs or SSDs

Service processors 2 redundant SPs with 4 SPPs to monitor and control the server

remotely

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Related Information

■ http://www.oracle.com/goto/M6-32

System Status LEDs

The server has two LED panels containing system status indicators, one located at the front of the server and one at the rear. This topic describes the LEDs that are required for the server installation.

Note – For complete information about all of the server LEDs, refer to the Server

Service, front and rear LED panel LEDs and controls.

No. LED Description

1 Fault LED (amber) Indicates that a service action is required. Refer to the Server Service, detecting and

managing faults, for instructions if this LED lights.

2 System OK LED (green) Indicates the following conditions:

• Off – System is not running in its normal state. System power might be off. The SPs might still be running.

• Steady on – System is powered on and is running in its normal operating state. No service actions are required.

• Short blink every three seconds – System is running in standby mode and can be quickly returned to full function.

• Slow blink – A normal but transitory activity is taking place. Slow blinking might indicate that system diagnostics are running or that the system is booting.

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No. LED Description

3 SP LED Indicates the following conditions:

• Off – The server is not receiving power. For example, either the power cords are not connected or the facility power grid circuit breakers are switched off.

• Steady on, green – One or both of the SPs have initialized and can be accessed through the Oracle ILOM CLI or web interface.

• Blink, green – SPs are initializing the Oracle ILOM firmware.

4 ESD grounding jacks The server has four 4-mm ESD grounding jacks (two on each panel) where you

can attach antistatic wrist straps prior to installing the server (see “Attach an

Antistatic Wrist Strap” on page 70).

Related Information

■ “Attach an Antistatic Wrist Strap” on page 70

■ “Switch On the Facility Circuit Breakers” on page 145

■ “Power On the Server” on page 154

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Front Components

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No. Description

1 Front LED panel, containing LEDs, key switch, and ESD grounding jacks

2 Power supply

3 Fan module (FM)

4 Leveling feet

5 Power system distribution board (PSDB)

6 Service processors (SP)

7 Clock board

8 Scalability switch boards (SSB)

9 Mounting brackets

Related Information

■ “Rear Components” on page 8

■ “Planning Network Addresses” on page 59

■ “Connecting the Front SP Cables” on page 97

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Rear Components

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No. Description

1 Left cable management bracket

2 I/O boards

3 Service processor proxies (SPP)

4 CPU memory units (CMU)

5 Leveling feet

6 AC input filters (power cord connectors)

7 Right cable management bracket

8 PCIe hot-plug carrier for low-profile PCIe cards

9 Express module SAS (EMS)

10 Hard drives

11 Rear LED board, containing LEDs and ESD grounding jacks

12 Mounting brackets

Related Information

■ “Front Components” on page 6

■ “Connecting the Rear Power Cords and Data Cables” on page 119

■ “Inspect the Power Cords” on page 142

■ “Switch On the Facility Circuit Breakers” on page 145

Understanding the Hardware Architecture

The server can contain up to 32 processors, 32 drives, and 64 PCIe cards. The hardware architecture enables you to divide these hardware resources into smaller units called PDomains to address the demands of your applications.

■ “SPs and SPPs” on page 10

■ “Domain Configurable Units” on page 10

■ “Physical Domains” on page 13

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Related Information

■ “Understanding the Firmware and Software Environment” on page 14

■ “Planning Network Addresses” on page 59

■ Server Administration, understanding the system architecture

SPs and SPPs

The two redundant SPs enable you to actively manage and monitor the components in the server independent of the Oracle Solaris OS. The four SPPs off-load some of the work from the two SPs. The SPs and SPPs work together to provide a single management environment to all of the server components.

See “Front Components” on page 6 for the location of the SPs, and see “Rear

Components” on page 8 for the location of the SPPs.

Related Information

■ “Planning Network Addresses” on page 59

■ “Connecting the Front SP Cables” on page 97

■ “Connect Terminals or Emulators to the SP SER MGT Ports” on page 144

■ “Log In to the Active SP” on page 148

■ “Set Oracle ILOM Network Addresses” on page 150

■ “Power On the Server” on page 154

Domain Configurable Units

Domain configurable units (DCUs) are the hardware building blocks of PDomains. A DCU includes one IOU, which contains internal drives, network connections through the EMS modules, and 16 PCIe expansion slots. A DCU also contains 2 or 4 CMUs, and each CMU contains 2 processors and 2 memory boards. The following illustrations display the locations and components of DCUs.

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FIGURE: DCU Locations (Rear of Server)

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FIGURE: DCU Components

Note – Depending on the configuration you ordered, a server can contain fewer than

four DCUs, and each DCU can contain less than the maximum number of CMUs, EMS modules, and drives. Contact your Oracle Sales representative for specific ordering details.

A fully-populated DCU contains four CMUs, and a half-populated DCU contains two CMUs. Each DCU can contain the following components.

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DCU Components

DCU 0 • Fully-populated: CMU 0, CMU 1, CMU 2, CMU3

• Half-populated: CMU 0 and CMU 3

• SPP 0

• IOU 0

DCU 1 • Fully-populated: CMU 4, CMU 5, CMU 6, CMU7

• Half-populated: CMU 4 and CMU 7

• SPP 1

• IOU 1

DCU 2 • Fully-populated: CMU 8, CMU 9, CMU 10, CMU 11

• Half-populated: CMU 8 and CMU 11

• SPP 2

• IOU 2

DCU 3 • Fully-populated: CMU 12, CMU 13, CMU 14, CMU 15

• Half-populated: CMU 12 and CMU 15

• SPP 3

• IOU 3

A PDomain can contain one to four DCUs. Using Oracle ILOM commands, you can combine DCUs into PDomains. Refer to the administration guide for instructions on creating and administering PDomains.

Related Information

■ “Rear Components” on page 8

■ “SPs and SPPs” on page 10

■ “Physical Domains” on page 13

■ Server Administration, understanding configuration guidelines

■ Server Service, identifying components

Physical Domains

A physical domain (PDomain) operates like an independent server that has full hardware isolation from other PDomains in the server. A hardware or software failure on one PDomain does not affect the other PDomains on a server.

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You can divide the server into one to four PDomains, depending on your application requirements. For example, you can divide the server into four PDomains, each running its own applications. Or, you can configure the server into one PDomain to provide all of the hardware resources to a single set of applications.

The server comes preconfigured as one PDomain (not bounded), containing all of the hardware resources.

There are two types of PDomains:

PDomain Type Description

Bounded PDomain A Bounded PDomain contains only one DCU and has total hardware

isolation from other PDomains in the server. Bounded PDomains performance might be better when compared to PDomains.

PDomain A PDomain can contain one to four DCUs. In a multiple DCU

PDomain, processor data traffic between the DCUs is routed through the SSBs, so PDomains might have lower performance compared to a Bounded PDomain.

For an animated overview of physical domains, refer to

Physical Domains and Multilayered Virtualization in Oracle’s SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers animation (http://youtu.be/VkFu6-PezHM)

Related Information

■ “Domain Configurable Units” on page 10

■ “Physical Domains” on page 13

■ Server Administration, PDomain types

■ Physical Domains and Multilayered Virtualization in Oracle’s SPARC M5-32 and

SPARC M6-32 Servers animation

Understanding the Firmware and Software Environment

The server is preinstalled with the following software and firmware.

■ “OpenBoot” on page 15

■ “Oracle ILOM” on page 15

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■ “Oracle Solaris OS” on page 16

■ “Oracle VM Server for SPARC” on page 17

■ “Oracle Enterprise Manager Ops Center” on page 17

Related Information

■ “Understanding the Hardware Architecture” on page 9

■ “Planning Network Addresses” on page 59

■ Server Administration, understanding the system administration resources

OpenBoot

Upon powering on a PDomain, the OpenBoot firmware validates the server hardware and starts the operating system. You can use the OpenBoot firmware to perform a number of administrated tasks outside of the operating system.

For more information about OpenBoot tasks, refer to the Server Administration and the OpenBoot 4.x Command Reference Manual.

Related Information

■ OpenBoot 4.x Command Reference Manual

(http://docs.oracle.com/cd/E23824_01/)

■ “Physical Domains” on page 13

■ “Power On the Server” on page 154

■ Server Administration, accessing the ok prompt

Oracle ILOM

Oracle ILOM is the system management firmware that is preinstalled on the server’s SPs. Oracle ILOM enables you to manage and monitor the components in the server through either a web-based or command-line interface.

The Oracle ILOM firmware runs independently of the PDomains, even when PDomains are not powered-on and actively running an operating system. As long as the power cords are connected to the server, and the facility circuit breakers are switched on, the Oracle ILOM firmware is available to use.

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When powering on the server for the first time, use the Oracle ILOM firmware command-line interface to configure the server. After the initial configuration, use the Oracle ILOM command-line or web interface for all additional maintenance and administration tasks.

For information about the server-specific Oracle ILOM tasks, refer to Server Administration. For information about Oracle ILOM tasks that are common to all platforms managed by the firmware, refer to the Oracle ILOM documentation:

http://www.oracle.com/goto/ILOM/docs

Related Information

■ “SPs and SPPs” on page 10

■ “Physical Domains” on page 13

■ “Powering On the Server for the First Time” on page 141

■ Oracle ILOM documentation (http://www.oracle.com/goto/ILOM/docs)

Oracle Solaris OS

The server is preinstalled with the Oracle Solaris OS. The Oracle Solaris OS provides many utilities to help install and administer your applications.

Find information about the features of the OS, as well as links to technical reports and training courses, at:

http://www.oracle.com/goto/Solaris11/

For information on installing and administering the OS, refer to the Oracle Solaris

11.1 documentation:

http://www.oracle.com/goto/Solaris11/docs

Related Information

■ Oracle Solaris 11.1 documentation

(http://docs.oracle.com/cd/E23824_01/)

■ Oracle University (http://education.oracle.com)

■ “Power On the Server” on page 154

■ “Oracle Solaris OS Configuration Parameters” on page 156

■ “Additional Software Configuration and Testing” on page 157

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Oracle VM Server for SPARC

The server is preinstalled with Oracle VM Server for SPARC software. Use this software to create virtual servers called logical domains, which run their own independent operating systems and use a defined portion of the available server resources. Each logical domain can be created, destroyed, reconfigured, and rebooted independently. You can virtualize resources and define network, storage, and other I/O devices as services that can be shared between domains.

For additional information about the Oracle VM Server for SPARC software, refer to:

■ Oracle VM Server for SPARC product page

(http://www.oracle.com/us/technologies/virtualization/oraclevm /oracle-vm-server-for-sparc-068923.html)

■ Oracle VM Server for SPARC documentation

(http://www.oracle.com/goto/VM-SPARC/docs)

■ Oracle VM Server for SPARC wiki

(https://wikis.oracle.com/display/oraclevm/Oracle+VM+Server+fo r+SPARC)

Related Information

■ “Planning Network Addresses” on page 59

■ “Additional Software Configuration and Testing” on page 157

■ Server Administration, Oracle VM Server for SPARC overview

■ Oracle University (http://education.oracle.com)

Oracle Enterprise Manager Ops Center

Oracle Enterprise Manager Ops Center is a comprehensive system management solution for managing physical and virtual systems and devices. Run this software’s discovery process to add information about your server to a database of physical servers, virtual systems, operating systems, networks, and storage. You can then use this software to monitor and manage all of these products from a single user interface.

For more information about the Oracle Enterprise Manager Ops Center software, refer to its product page and documentation library:

■ Oracle Enterprise Manager Ops Center

(http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/oem/ops-center/)

■ Oracle Enterprise Manager Ops Center Documentation

(http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/documentation/index.html#em )

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For instructions on deploying and managing the server using the software, refer to the Discovering and Managing Oracle SPARC M5 and M6 Server guide. Find this guide, as well as guides for deploying Oracle VM Server for SPARC logical domains and Oracle Solaris Zones, by selecting the Deploy How To tab on the documentation library. For example, you can find the Oracle Enterprise Manager Ops Center 12c Release 2 Deploy How Tos tab here:

http://www.oracle.com/pls/topic/lookup?ctx=oc122&id=deployhowto

Related Information

■ Oracle Enterprise Manager Ops Center Downloads

(http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/oem/ops-center/oem-ops-cent er-188778.html)

■ Server Service, Detecting and Managing Faults

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Preparing the Site

Prepare to install the server at the installation site.

No. Task Link

1 Review the high-level site preparation checklist and

installation site guidelines before you begin.

2 Confirm that the physical site is ready to receive the

server.

3 Ensure that the power requirements are met. “Reviewing the Power Requirements” on page 30

4 Understand the environmental requirements and

ensure that the cooling system can maintain the server within the ideal operating range.

5 Plan how the server will get from the loading ramp

to the installation site.

6 Prepare the network server addresses and serial

connections.

Related Information

■ “Understanding the Server” on page 1

■ “Preparing for Installation” on page 67

“Site Preparation Checklist” on page 19

“General Installation Site Guidelines” on page 22

“Reviewing the Physical Specifications” on page 23

“Preparing for Cooling” on page 43

“Preparing the Unloading Route and Unpacking Area” on page 53

“Planning Network Addresses” on page 59

Site Preparation Checklist

Before installing the server, ensure that the following requirements are satisfied.

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Requirement Question Check

Training Have the administrators and installers reviewed the documentation and completed

the necessary training courses?

The server documentation pages, which include links to Oracle University training courses, are at:

http://www.oracle.com/goto/M5-32/docs http://www.oracle.com/goto/M6-32/docs

Configurations Have you determined the server components and configuration?

Have you determined the total number of servers to be installed?

Access route Have you inspected and prepared the entire access route from the loading dock to

the server’s final installation site?

See:

• “Shipping Container Dimensions” on page 54

• “Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements” on page 55

• “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55

• “Unpacking Area” on page 57

Does the access route provide sufficient space for transporting a packaged server?

Have you protected the access route by covering it with fiberboard or similar material?

Installation site Does the server ’s installation location meet all space requirements?

See “Reviewing the Physical Specifications” on page 23.

Is the data center or server room located in a secured location?

Refer to the SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Security Guide for more information.

If necessary, have you prepared the installation site floor for sub-floor cabling?

See “Mounting Holes and Cable Routing Floor Cutout Specifications” on page 28.

Power Do you understand the operating voltages and electrical current levels required to

power the server and its peripherals?

See:

• “Power Supply Specifications” on page 30

• “Server Power Consumption” on page 31

• “Power Cord Specifications” on page 32

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Requirement Question Check

Are there enough power outlets available to power the server and peripherals?

See “Facility Power Receptacles” on page 36 and your peripheral documentation.

Have you prepared two facility power grids to power the server?

See:

• “Facility Power Requirements” on page 37

• “Power Cord-to-Power Supply Relationship” on page 40

Have you prepared the appropriate facility power outlets for the power cords? Are all of these outlets grounded?

See:

• “Power Cord Specifications” on page 32

• “Grounding Requirements” on page 42

Are there circuit breakers for each power cord and do they meet the capacity requirements?

See “Circuit Breaker Capacity Requirements” on page 43.

Operating environment

Does the data center meet the temperature and humidity requirements?

See “Environmental Requirements” on page 44.

and cooling

Does the installation site environment provide adequate ventilation and airflow to cool an operating server?

See:

• “Heat Dissipation and Airflow Requirements” on page 47

• “Cooling Airflow From Ceiling Vents” on page 49

• “Cooling Airflow From Perforated Floor Tiles” on page 50

Have you taken measures to prevent airborne contaminates from entering the installation site?

See “Airborne Contaminates” on page 45.

Unpacking Have you acclimated the packaged server to the data center environment prior to

unpacking it?

See “Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements” on page 55.

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Requirement Question Check

Have you set aside an area, away from the installation location, where you can safely unpack the server?

See “Unpacking Area” on page 57.

Data connections

Do you clearly understand the data connections required for setting up the server and connecting it to the network?

See “Planning Network Addresses” on page 59.

Have you prepared network addresses for all data connections?

See:

• “Mandatory Cable Connections and Network Addresses” on page 59

• “SP Network Addresses” on page 64

• “PDomain Cables and Network Addresses” on page 65

Related Information

■ “General Installation Site Guidelines” on page 22

■ “Preparing for Installation” on page 67

General Installation Site Guidelines

Follow these guidelines when selecting a location for the server.

■ Do not install the server in a location that is exposed to:

■ Direct sunlight

■ Excessive dust

■ Corrosive gases

■ Air with high salt concentrations

■ Frequent vibrations

■ Sources of strong radio frequency interference

■ Static electricity

■ Use power outlets that provide proper grounding

■ A qualified electrical engineer must perform any grounding work

■ Verify the grounding method for the building

■ Observe the precautions, warnings, and notes about handling that appear on

labels on the equipment

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Related Information

■ “Airborne Contaminates” on page 45

■ “Handling Precautions” on page 67

■ “ESD Precautions” on page 68

■ “Site Preparation Checklist” on page 19

Reviewing the Physical Specifications

Ensure that the installation site can properly accommodate the server by reviewing its physical specifications and space requirements.

■ “Physical Dimensions” on page 24

■ “Installation and Service Area” on page 25

■ “Leveling Feet and Caster Dimensions” on page 26

■ “Raised Floor Weight Considerations” on page 28

■ “Mounting Holes and Cable Routing Floor Cutout Specifications” on page 28

Related Information

■ “Understanding the Server” on page 1

■ “Preparing the Unloading Route and Unpacking Area” on page 53

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Physical Dimensions

Server Dimension English Metric

Height 78.7 in. 2000 mm

Width 35.6 in. 904 mm

Width without removable side panels 34.5 in. 876 mm

Depth (with doors) 57.1 in. 1451 mm

Depth (with doors removed) 53.6 in. 1362 mm

Depth (front door handle to rear door handle) 58.3 in. 1482 mm

Maximum weight (varies by configuration) Approx. 3700 lbs Approx. 1678 kg

Related Information

■ “Leveling Feet and Caster Dimensions” on page 26

■ “Mounting Holes and Cable Routing Floor Cutout Specifications” on page 28

■ “Shipping Container Dimensions” on page 54

■ “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55

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Installation and Service Area

Prior to installing the server, prepare a service area that provides enough room to install and service the server.

Caution – You must provide the following service area for the server. Do not

attempt to operate the server in a smaller service area.

1 Front of server

2 Rear of server

Note – The length between the two door pivot points is 56.5 in (1435 mm). The

depth of the server without doors is 53.6 in. (1362 mm).

When turning the server, temporarily provide additional space in front or rear of the installation site beyond the minimum aisle width. The server requires at least 70 in. (1.78m) of space to turn.

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1 Turning the front of the server into the installation site

2 Turning the rear of server into the installation site

Related Information

■ “Physical Dimensions” on page 24

■ “Installing the Server” on page 73

Leveling Feet and Caster Dimensions

The illustration shows the bottom view of the server.

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1 Front of server

2 Rear of server

Related Information

■ “Physical Dimensions” on page 24

■ “Mounting Holes and Cable Routing Floor Cutout Specifications” on page 28

■ “Stabilizing the Server” on page 87

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Raised Floor Weight Considerations

A fully configured server weighs nearly of 3700 lbs (1678 kg), and it could weigh more depending on how you cable the server. While the loading is over an area of around 2.75 ft x 3.75 ft (838 mm x 1143 mm), the true stress of the server weight is over the four casters and four leveling feet.

The server has a caster and an adjacent leveling foot at each corner of the server, so each corner of the bears almost 1000 lbs (454 kg) of the server’s weight. If a caster and leveling foot are located in the center of a raised floor tile, that tile bears this nearly 1000 lbs (454 kg) load. The floor tile and underlying supports must be able to accommodate this load.

Related Information

■ “Physical Dimensions” on page 24

■ “Installation and Service Area” on page 25

■ “Leveling Feet and Caster Dimensions” on page 26

■ “Stabilizing the Server” on page 87

Mounting Holes and Cable Routing Floor Cutout Specifications

The illustration shows the bottom view of the server with an example floor cutout. This example cutout extends under the server to provide a generous bend radius for the cables and power cords. Depending on your raised-floor cabling requirements, your data center might require a different cutout. Contact your facilities manager for more information.

The mounting hole dimensions are for optional mounting brackets. See “Install the

Mounting Brackets” on page 91 for instructions.

Caution – If your floor cutout is near the leveling feet or mounting brackets, ensure

that the surrounding floor tiles can support the weight of the server. See “Raised

Floor Weight Considerations” on page 28 for more information.

Caution – Be careful when moving the server near floor cutouts. If the server ’s

casters fall into a floor cutout, the floor and the server could be severely damaged.

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1 Front of server

2 Rear of server

Related Information

■ “Leveling Feet and Caster Dimensions” on page 26

■ “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55

■ “Moving the Server” on page 78

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Reviewing the Power Requirements

Description Link

Review the power supply specifications. “Power Supply Specifications” on page 30

Understand the server’s total power consumption. “Server Power Consumption” on page 31

Identify the power cords and review their specifications. Understand the facility power receptacle requirements.

Ensure that the facility meets these power requirements.

Power the server using two facility power grids. Understand the relationship between the power cords and the power supplies.

Ensure that each power cord has a circuit breaker that meets these capacity requirements.

Understand the server grounding requirements. “Grounding Requirements” on page 42

Related Information

■ “Connect the Power Cords” on page 126

■ “Secure the Power Cords” on page 131

■ “Switch On the Facility Circuit Breakers” on page 145

“Power Cord Specifications” on page 32

“Facility Power Receptacles” on page 36

“Facility Power Requirements” on page 37

“Power Cord-to-Power Supply Relationship” on page 40

“Circuit Breaker Capacity Requirements” on page 43

Power Supply Specifications

The server has 12 hot-swappable and redundant power supplies. One power cord feeds two power supplies. These specifications are for each power supply and not for the entire server.

Note – All 12 power supplies must be installed and all 6 power cords must be

connected to power the server.

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Use these power supply specifications only as a planning aid. For more precise power values, use the online power calculator to determine the power consumption of the server with your configuration. To locate the appropriate power calculator, go to the following web site and navigate to the SPARC M5-32 server or the SPARC M6-32 server page:

http://www.oracle.com/goto/powercalculators/

Specification Measurement

Rated power supply output capacity 7.0 KW

Nominal AC operating voltage range 200–480 VAC

Phase Three-phase delta

Nominal frequencies 50–60 Hz input

Output rating +12.2V @ 583A output

Efficiency 90% efficient (20% to 100% load)

Maximum AC RMS input current per

power supply

Maximum AC RMS input current per

power cord

Inrush current • 88A peak (excluding EMI filter charging)

Protective earth current (measured at 480 VAC)

• 24A @ 200–240 VAC

• 12A @ 380–415 VAC

• 10A @ 480 VAC

• 48A @ 200–240 VAC

• 24A @ 380–415 VAC

• 20A @ 480 VAC

• Less than 48A RMS over one cycle

• Less than 2 mA per power cord

• Less than 12 mA per server

Related Information

■ “Server Power Consumption” on page 31

■ “Facility Power Requirements” on page 37

■ “Circuit Breaker Capacity Requirements” on page 43

Server Power Consumption

The combined server power ratings are between 20 kVA and 30 kVA for a fully configured server.

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Use the online power calculator to determine the power consumption of the server with your configuration. To locate the appropriate power calculator, go to the following web site and navigate to the SPARC M5-32 server or the SPARC M6-32 server page:

http://www.oracle.com/goto/powercalculators/

Note – All 12 power supplies must be installed and all 6 power cords must be

connected to power the server.

Related Information

■ “Power Supply Specifications” on page 30

■ “Power Cord Specifications” on page 32

■ “Facility Power Requirements” on page 37

Power Cord Specifications

Six power cords deliver power to the server. Two types of AC power cords are available to support regional power source connections.

Note – All six power cords must be connected to power the server.

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FIGURE: 4-Wire Power Cord AC Plug (460P9W)

Figure Legend

1 L1

2 L2

3 L3

4 Ground

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FIGURE: 5-Wire Power Cord AC Plug (532P6W)

Figure Legend

1 L1

2 L2

3 L3

4 Neutral – not connected to cable

5 Ground

Note – When using the 5-wire power cord, the neutral wire is not connected. Only

the three live wires and the ground wire are connected.

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Region Length Facility AC Outlet Plug

North America, Japan, and Taiwan

Europe, Middle East, Africa, and the rest of the world

4.4m (14 ft, 5.25 in.) 60A, 250V, 3-phase,

IEC 60309 IP67 (460P9W) 4-wire plug

4.4m (14 ft, 5.25 in.) 32A, 380V / 415V, 3-phase,

IEC 60309 IP67 (532P6W) 5-wire plug

Note – The power cords attach at the top of the server. Routing the power cords

through the bottom of the server uses 115 in. (2.92m) of the cord length, leaving only 4 ft 10 in. (1.48m) available to connect to the AC power receptacles. Therefore, when routing power cords under the server, ensure that the power receptacles are within 4 ft. (1.22m) of the server.

Caution – The installation site must have a local power disconnect (for example,

circuit breakers) between the power source and the power cords. You will use this local disconnect to supply or remove AC power from the server. See “Circuit Breaker

Capacity Requirements” on page 43 for more information.

Caution – Ensure that you install the server near your power grid’s electrical

outlets, and ensure that these outlets are easily accessible in case you must detach the power cords in an emergency.

Note – Electrical work and installations must comply with applicable local, state, or

national electrical codes. Your facility manager or a qualified electrician must connect these power cords to the facility power grids.

Related Information

■ “Power Cord-to-Power Supply Relationship” on page 40

■ “Circuit Breaker Capacity Requirements” on page 43

■ “Connect the Power Cords” on page 126

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Facility Power Receptacles

You must provide six ISO 60309 power connectors or receptacles to connect to the server’s AC power cords. The following illustrations show the pin layout of the appropriate female connectors or receptacles.

FIGURE: 4-Wire Power Cord AC Receptacle

Figure Legend

1 L1

2 L2

3 L3

4 Ground

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FIGURE: 5-Wire Power Cord AC Receptacle

Figure Legend

1 L1

2 L2

3 L3

4 Neutral

5 Ground

Related Information

■ “Power Cord Specifications” on page 32

■ “Facility Power Requirements” on page 37

■ “Power Cord-to-Power Supply Relationship” on page 40

Facility Power Requirements

The server is designed to be powered by two utility power grids. Connect three power cords (AC0, AC1, and AC2) to one power grid, and connect the remaining three power cords to a second power grid (AC3, AC4, and AC5). All six power cords must be connected when operating the server.

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Note – With this dual-power feed setup, every power cord connected to the server is

used to supply power, and the power load is balanced. When power loads are greater than 5% of the power supply capacity, the power loads are balanced at ±10%.

Using 3-phase, sine-wave uninterruptible power supplies, you can create two separate power grids from one facility power source.

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To prevent catastrophic failures, design your input power sources to ensure that adequate power is provided to the server. Use dedicated circuit breakers for all power circuits that supply power to the server.

Electrical work and installations must comply with applicable local, state, or national electrical codes. Contact your facilities manager or a qualified electrician to determine what type of power is supplied to your building.

Caution – To protect your server from electrical fluctuations and interruptions, use

a dedicated power distribution system, uninterruptible power supplies, power conditioning equipment, and lightning arresters.

The three-phase AC power source must be a center-point grounded star configuration (type TN-C per IEC 60950). The server operates phase-to-phase, so the neutral line of the 5-wire power cord is not connected. Only the three phase wires and the ground wire connect to the AC power distribution.

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Related Information

■ “Power Supply Specifications” on page 30

■ “Server Power Consumption” on page 31

■ “Power Cord Specifications” on page 32

■ “Power Cord-to-Power Supply Relationship” on page 40

■ “Grounding Requirements” on page 42

■ “Circuit Breaker Capacity Requirements” on page 43

Power Cord-to-Power Supply Relationship

Six power cords connected to the rear of the server provide power to the 12 power supplies in the server. Each power cord supplies power to two power supplies.

To ensure the redundant operation of the power supplies, connect the left three power cords to one AC power grid, and the right three power cords to another AC power grid (see “Facility Power Requirements” on page 37 for more information). All 12 power supplies provide 1+1 (2N) redundancy in case of a power failure to a single AC power grid.

The server uses 48A at 208V, 24A at 400V, and 20A at 480V of power from each AC power cord. When both AC power grid sources are connected through six power cords, each power grid runs at half the rated current per power cord.

The power cord-to-power supply connections are as follows.

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Power Supply No. AC Power Filter No. AC Power Grid No.

PS0 AC5 AC grid 0

PS1 AC4 AC grid 0

PS2 AC3 AC grid 0

PS3 AC2 AC grid 1

PS4 AC1 AC grid 1

PS5 AC0 AC grid 1

PS6 AC5 AC grid 0

PS7 AC4 AC grid 0

PS8 AC3 AC grid 0

PS9 AC2 AC grid 1

PS10 AC1 AC grid 1

PS11 AC0 AC grid 1

Related Information

■ “Power Supply Specifications” on page 30

■ “Power Cord Specifications” on page 32

■ “Facility Power Requirements” on page 37

■ “Connect the Power Cords” on page 126

Grounding Requirements

Always connect the cords to grounded power outlets. Computer equipment requires electrical circuits to be grounded to Earth ground, and connecting the power cords to grounded outlets completes the server grounding. No additional cabinet grounding is required.

Because different grounding methods vary by locality, refer to documentation such as IEC documents for the correct grounding method. Ensure that the facility administrator or qualified electrical engineer verifies the grounding method for the building and performs the grounding work.

Related Information

■ “Power Cord Specifications” on page 32

■ “Power Cord-to-Power Supply Relationship” on page 40

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■ “Circuit Breaker Capacity Requirements” on page 43

■ “Connect the Power Cords” on page 126

Circuit Breaker Capacity Requirements

Provide a separate circuit breaker for each power cord connected to the server. Each power cord supplies power to two power supplies. These circuit breakers must accommodate the facility fault current ratings for the power infrastructure. Standard 3-pole circuit breakers are acceptable. The server has no specific time-to-trip requirements.

Contact your facilities manager or a qualified electrician to determine what type of circuit breakers accommodate your facility power infrastructure.

TABLE: Circuit Breaker Capacity for Each Supported Power Supply Voltage

Power Supply Voltage Input Circuit Breaker Capacity

200–240 VAC line-to-line (L-L) 3-pole 60A

380–415 VAC line-to-line (L-L) 3-pole 30A (USA and Japan)

32A (Europe and the rest of the world)

480 VAC line-to-line (L-L) 3-pole 20A

Related Information

■ “Server Power Consumption” on page 31

■ “Power Cord Specifications” on page 32

■ “Facility Power Requirements” on page 37

■ “Connect the Power Cords” on page 126

■ “Switch On the Facility Circuit Breakers” on page 145

Preparing for Cooling

Review the environmental requirements and ensure that the installation site provides adequate cooling.

■ “Environmental Requirements” on page 44

■ “Airborne Contaminates” on page 45

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■ “Heat Dissipation and Airflow Requirements” on page 47

■ “Cooling Airflow From Ceiling Vents” on page 49

■ “Cooling Airflow From Perforated Floor Tiles” on page 50

■ “Measure the Ambient Temperature and Humidity” on page 52

Related Information

■ “Reviewing the Physical Specifications” on page 23

■ “Preparing for Installation” on page 67

■ “Confirm the Site Preparation” on page 73

Environmental Requirements

Requirement Operating Range Nonoperating Range Optimum Range

Ambient temperature

Relative humidity

Altitude Up to 3000m (10000 ft)

Temperature ranges

5˚ to 35˚C (41˚ to 95˚F)

Note - Temperature ramp rate must not exceed 15˚C (27˚F) per hour.

20% to 80%, 27˚C (81˚F) max wet bulb temperature, noncondensing.

Note - Humidity ramp rate must not exceed 30% per hour.

Note - Except in China markets where regulations might limit installations to a maximum altitude of 2 km (6560 ft.).

5˚ to 35˚C (41˚ to 95˚F) at

0 to 500m (0 to 1640 ft)

5˚ to 33˚C (41˚ to 93.2˚F) at

501 to 1000m (1664 to 3281 ft)

5˚ to 31˚C (41˚ to 87.7˚F) at

1001 to 1500m (3284 ft to 4921 ft)

5˚ to 29˚C (41˚ to 84.2˚F) at

1501 to 3000m (4924 to 10000 ft)

Note - Except in China markets where regulations might limit installations to a maximum altitude of 2km (6560 ft.).

In shipping container: -40˚ to 65˚C (-40˚ to 149˚F)

Unpacked: 0˚ to 50˚C (32˚ to 122˚F)

Note - Temperature ramp rate must not exceed 20˚C (36˚F) per hour.

Up to 93%, 38˚C (100.4˚F) max wet bulb temperature, noncondensing.

Note - Humidity ramp rate must not exceed 20% per hour.

Up to 12000m (40000 ft)

21˚ to 23˚C

(70˚ to 74˚F)

45% to 50%

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Requirement Operating Range Nonoperating Range Optimum Range

Vibration 0.15G (vertical), 0.10G (horizontal),

5 to 500 Hz, swept-sine

Shock 3.0G, 11 ms, half-sine Roll-off: 1-inch roll-off free fall,

Incline 5 degrees max. (9% grade max.) 5 degrees max. (9% grade max.)

0.5G (vertical), 0.25G (horizontal), 5 to 500 Hz, swept-sine

front-to-back rolling directions

Threshold: 25 mm threshold height at

0.75m/s impact velocity

Related Information

■ “Airborne Contaminates” on page 45

■ “Heat Dissipation and Airflow Requirements” on page 47

■ “Cooling Airflow From Ceiling Vents” on page 49

■ “Cooling Airflow From Perforated Floor Tiles” on page 50

■ “Measure the Ambient Temperature and Humidity” on page 52

Airborne Contaminates

Excessive concentrations of certain airborne contaminants can cause the server ’s electronic components to corrode and fail. Take measures to prevent contaminants such as metal particles, atmospheric dust, solvent vapors, corrosive gasses, soot, airborne fibers, or salts from entering, or being generated within, the data center.

Avoid locating the data center near print rooms, machine shops, wood shops, loading docks, and areas that involve the use of chemicals or generate toxic vapors or dust. Ensure the exhaust from generators or other sources of exhaust do not enter the intakes of air conditioning systems serving the data center. If the data center must be located near these hazardous locations, add and regularly maintain adequate filtering systems.

Note – To avoid introducing airborne contaminates to the data center, unpack the

server outside of the data center and then move the server to its final location.

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TABLE: Maximum Allowable Contaminate Levels

Contaminate Tolerable Limit

Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) Up to 7.1 ppb

Sulfur dioxide (sulfur oxide) (SO

) Up to 37 ppb

Hydrogen chloride (HCI) Up to 6.6 ppb

Chlorine (CI

) Up to 3.4 ppb

Hydrogen fluoride (HF) Up to 3.6 ppb

Nitrogen dioxide (nitrogen oxide) (NO

Ammonia (NH

Ozone (O

) Up to 420 ppb

) Up to 5 ppb

) Up to 52 ppb

Oil vapor Up to 0.2 mg/m3

Dust Up to 0.15 mg/m3

Seawater (salt damage) Do not install the server within 0.5 km (0.31

miles) of the ocean or coastal areas, unless the computer room uses air conditioners to filter out airborne sea salt particles from the outside air.

TABLE: Maximum Gaseous Contaminate Severity Levels for Copper and Silver

Reactivity Rate Maximum Gaseous Contamination Severity Level

Copper (Cu) reactivity rate Less than 30 nm/month

Silver (Ag) reactivity rate Less than 20 nm/month

For more information, refer to the ASHRAE Technical Committee 9.9 document,

Gaseous and Particulate Contamination Guidelines for Data Centers and the iNEMI Position Statement on the Limits of Temperature, Humidity and Gaseous Contamination in Data Centers and Telecommunication Rooms to Avoid Creep Corrosion on Printed Circuit Boards (April 20, 2012).

Related Information

■ “Environmental Requirements” on page 44

■ “Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements” on page 55

■ “Unpack the Server” on page 76

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Heat Dissipation and Airflow Requirements

The maximum rate of heat released from a fully configured server is 90,000 BTUs/hr (94,955 kJ/hr). To cool the server properly, ensure that adequate airflow travels through the server.

The direction of the airflow is from the front to the back of the server. The approximate server airflow is:

■ Maximum: 4200 CFM

■ Typical: 2500 CFM

To ensure adequate airflow:

■ Allow a minimum clearance of 36 inches (914 mm) at the front and the rear of the

server for ventilation.

■ If the server is not completely populated with components, cover the empty slots

with filler panels.

■ Manage cables to minimize interference with the server exhaust.

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Note – There are no airflow requirements for the left and right sides or the top and

bottom of the server.

1 Front of server

2 Rear of server

Related Information

■ “Cooling Airflow From Ceiling Vents” on page 49

■ “Cooling Airflow From Perforated Floor Tiles” on page 50

■ “Measure the Ambient Temperature and Humidity” on page 52

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Cooling Airflow From Ceiling Vents

When cooling the data center using ceiling vents, install the vents in front of the server so that conditioned air flows through the server. To provide maximum cooling, the airflow should be approximately 4200 CFM.

1 Front of server

2 Rear of server

Related Information

■ “Heat Dissipation and Airflow Requirements” on page 47

■ “Cooling Airflow From Perforated Floor Tiles” on page 50

■ “Measure the Ambient Temperature and Humidity” on page 52

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Cooling Airflow From Perforated Floor Tiles

If you install the server on a raised floor and you provide underfloor cooling, install perforated tiles in front of the server to cool it.

The following illustration shows an example arrangement of seven perforated floor tiles providing cooling air to the server. In this example, each perforated tile provides 600 CFM of cooling air in order to provide the 4200 CFM maximum total cooling airflow.

If your perforated floor tiles provide cooling air greater than 600 CFM, you can use fewer tiles to cool the server. For example, if the perforated floor tiles produce 700 CFM of cooling air, install six floor tiles in front of the server.

Note – The exact arrangement of these floor tiles depends on the space available in

front of your server. Contact your facility manager for information about the proper arrangement of these tiles for your facility.

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Related Information

■ “Heat Dissipation and Airflow Requirements” on page 47

■ “Cooling Airflow From Ceiling Vents” on page 49

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▼ Measure the Ambient Temperature and

Humidity

Since the server exhausts heat out the rear of the server, always measure the ambient temperature and humidity in front of the server.

● Measure the ambient airflow temperature and humidity 2 inches in front of the

server and between the power supplies.

See “Environmental Requirements” on page 44 for the ambient temperature and humidity ranges.

Related Information

■ “Environmental Requirements” on page 44

■ “Cooling Airflow From Ceiling Vents” on page 49

■ “Cooling Airflow From Perforated Floor Tiles” on page 50

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Preparing the Unloading Route and Unpacking Area

Use the information in these topics to plan how the server will get from the loading ramp to the installation site.

■ “Shipping Container Dimensions” on page 54

■ “Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements” on page 55

■ “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55

■ “Unpacking Area” on page 57

Related Information

■ “Reviewing the Physical Specifications” on page 23

■ “Preparing for Installation” on page 67

■ “Installing the Server” on page 73

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Shipping Container Dimensions

Shipping Container Dimension U.S. Metric

Shipping height 85 in. 2159 mm

Shipping width 48.0 in. 1219 mm

Shipping depth 71.5 in. 1816 mm

Shipping weight (varies by configuration) Approx. 4015 lbs

(maximum)

Weight of shipping container alone 315 lbs 143 kg

Note – The power cords ship in a separate containers. The six power cords weigh a

total of 136 lbs (62 kg).

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Approx. 1821 kg

(maximum)

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Related Information

■ “Physical Dimensions” on page 24

■ “Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements” on page 55

■ “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55

■ “Unpacking Area” on page 57

■ “Moving the Server” on page 78

Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements

Before the server arrives, ensure that the receiving area is large enough for the shipping package.

If your loading dock meets the height and ramp requirements for a standard freight carrier truck, you can use a pallet jack to unload the server. If the loading dock does not meet the requirements, provide a standard forklift or other means to unload the server. Alternatively, you can request that the server be shipped in a truck with a lift gate.

When the server arrives, leave the server in its shipping container until it arrives at suitable area to unpack it. To avoid introducing airborne contaminates to the data center, unpack the server outside of the data center and then move the server to its final location.

Note – Acclimatization: If the shipping container is very cold or hot, place the

unopened container in an environment similar to the data center overnight, or as long as 24 hours, until the container reaches the same temperature of the data center. Never place the unopened shipping container inside the data center.

Related Information

■ “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55

■ “Unpacking Area” on page 57

Access Route Guidelines

Carefully plan the access route from the loading dock to the location where you will unpack the server, and then to its final installation site. Check for any gaps, obstructions, or irregularities in the floor throughout the access route. The entire access route should be free of raised patterns that can cause vibration.

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Use a pallet jack or forklift to move the server from the loading dock to an appropriate unpacking area. The unpacking area should be a conditioned space away from the final installation site to reduce airborne particles entering the data center.

After unpacking the server, use four or more people to push the server to its final installation site. For more information, see “Moving the Server” on page 78.

Note – Select an access route free of perforated tiles, as they can damaged by the

server’s wheels. Whenever possible, protect the entire access route with heavy fiberboard or another material that is strong enough to support the nearly 4015 lbs (1821 kg) maximum weight.

Note – Always use a 3/16-inch (4.8-mm) thick A36 metal plate with beveled edges

as a bridge over holes and gaps in the access route. Otherwise the server ’s wheels might get stuck in the gap. For example, always use a metal plate when entering or exiting an elevator.

The following access route dimensions are the minimum space required to pass through doors or around obstacles. Add additional space for people or equipment required to move the server. These dimensions are for flat surfaces only. If the doorway is located at the top or bottom of an incline, increase the doorway clearance to 88 inches (2235 mm) for packaged servers and 80 inches (2032 mm) for unpacked servers.

Dimension In Shipping Container Unpacked

Minimum door height 87 in. (2210 mm) 79 in. (2007 mm)

Minimum door width 49 in. (1245 mm) 36 in. (915 mm)

Minimum passage width 49 in. (1245 mm) 36 in. (915 mm)

Maximum incline 15 degrees (26% grade max.) 5 degrees (9% grade max.)

Minimum elevator depth 72.5 in. (1842 mm) 59 in. (1499 mm)

Minimum elevator, shipping container, and floor loading capacity (maximum weight)

The maximum weight of a fully-configured, packaged server is nearly 4015 lbs (1821 kg). Verify the weight capacities of elevators and shipping equipment before using them to transport server.

Related Information

■ “Physical Dimensions” on page 24

■ “Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements” on page 55

■ “Unpacking Area” on page 57

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■ “Handling Precautions” on page 67

■ “Moving the Server” on page 78

Unpacking Area

Prior to unpacking the server from its shipping container, ensure that you have provided enough space to unpack the server. Refer to the Unpacking Guide, which is attached to the shipping carton, for the unpacking instructions.

Caution – You must provide 10 ft (3 m) as a stopping zone to slow and stop the

server after it rolls down the shipping pallet ramps. Failure to provide this stopping zone could lead to equipment damage or serious physical injury.

Note – Remove the shipping container in a conditioned space away from the final

installation site to reduce airborne particles entering the data center.

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FIGURE: Unloading Area Dimensions

Figure Legend

1 Shipping pallet

2 Ramps

3 Stopping zone

Related Information

■ “Shipping Container Dimensions” on page 54

■ “Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements” on page 55

■ “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55

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Planning Network Addresses

Description Link

Review the list of cable connections and network addresses required during the initial installation.

Provide network addresses to the service processor components.

Provide network addresses to the network cables connected to each PDomain in the server.

Provide network addresses to the Oracle VM Server for SPARC logical domains.

Related Information

■ “Connecting the Front SP Cables” on page 97

■ “Connect the EMS Network Cables” on page 134

■ “Log In to the Active SP” on page 148

“Mandatory Cable Connections and Network Addresses” on page 59

“SP Cables” on page 60

“SP Network Addresses” on page 64

“PDomain Cables and Network Addresses” on page 65

“PCIe Network Interface Cards” on page 65

“Oracle VM Server for SPARC Network Addresses” on page 66

Mandatory Cable Connections and Network Addresses

These cable connections and network addresses are required when first installing the server. Depending on your hardware and software configuration, the server might require additional cable connections and network addresses.

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Type Description Link

Network addresses At least one network cable and network

address for each PDomain.

(Optional) Network cables and addresses for each installed network interface PCIe card.

SPs Required cables:

• Two CAT5, or better, serial cables

• Two CAT6, or better, network cables

Required network addresses:

• Three network addresses

• One network address per PDomain

Oracle VM Server for SPARC logical domains

At least one network address for each logical domain.

“PDomain Cables and Network Addresses” on page 65

“PCIe Network Interface Cards” on page 65

“SP Cables” on page 60

“SP Network Addresses” on page 64

“Oracle VM Server for SPARC Network Addresses” on page 66

Related Information

■ “Connecting the Front SP Cables” on page 97

■ “Connecting the Rear Power Cords and Data Cables” on page 119

■ “Powering On the Server for the First Time” on page 141

SP Cables

The server contains two dual-redundant SPs (SP0 and SP1) on the front of the server. One of the SPs functions as the Active SP to manage the server, and the other one acts as a Standby SP that will assume the Active SP role in the event of an SP failure.

Note – Either SP (SP0 or SP1) can take the Active SP role. Do not assume that SP0

will take the Active SP role and that SP1 will take the Standby SP role.

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Each SP contains two ports:

■ SER MGT port – Connect a Category 5 or better serial cable from this port to a

terminal device. During the initial server power on, use this serial connection to monitor the boot process and perform the initial Oracle ILOM configuration.

■ NET MGT port – Connect a Category 6 or better cable to this 1-GbE port. After the

initial server configuration, use this Ethernet connection to monitor and administer the server through the Oracle ILOM console.

In addition to the two SPs, the server contains up to four SPPs. Each SPP manages one DCU in the server. The Active SP and the SPPs communicate with each other over an internal VLAN. For each PDomain, one SPP takes the role of the PDomain-SPP, which manages tasks for the PDomain and provides rKVMS service for that PDomain.

To isolate the Oracle ILOM administration network, you can connect the SP NET MGT cables to a network separate from networks used for server applications. By connecting the NET MGT ports to an Ethernet switch, you can make an Oracle ILOM network connection to either SP.

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To add redundancy, connect each SP to a different Ethernet switch. Connect these two switches to a third switch, and connect that third switch to the Oracle ILOM console.

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Related Information

■ “Mandatory Cable Connections and Network Addresses” on page 59

■ “SP Network Addresses” on page 64

■ “Connecting the Front SP Cables” on page 97

■ “Dual-Redundant SPs” on page 143

■ “Log In to the Active SP” on page 148

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SP Network Addresses

During the initial Oracle ILOM configuration, you must provide network addresses for the following SP components:

■ SP0 NET MGT port

■ SP1 NET MGT port

■ Active-SP

■ PDomain0-SPP

■ PDomain1-SPP (if your configuration includes 2 or more PDomains)

■ PDomain2-SPP (if your configuration includes 3 or more PDomains)

■ PDomain3-SPP (if your configuration includes 4 PDomains)

Note – The Oracle ILOM SPs do not support DHCP. You must assign static network

addresses to these components.

For the preceding SP components, provide the following network address information:

■ Host name (optional)

■ IP address

■ Network domain

■ Netmask

■ IP address of the network gateway

■ IP address of the network name server

Note – The SPs, Active-SP, and all PDomain#-SPPs should share the same IP

network, with unique IP addresses assigned to each.

Related Information

■ “Mandatory Cable Connections and Network Addresses” on page 59

■ “SP Cables” on page 60

■ “Dual-Redundant SPs” on page 143

■ “Log In to the Active SP” on page 148

■ “Set Oracle ILOM Network Addresses” on page 150

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PDomain Cables and Network Addresses

You must connect at least one network cable and assign at least one IP address to each PDomain on the system.

The server can be divided into one to four PDomains. Each PDomain operates like an independent server that has full hardware isolation from other PDomains on the server. A hardware or software failure on one PDomain does not affect the other PDomains on a server.

DCUs contain their own CPUs, memory, storage, network connections, and PCIe expansion slots. Using Oracle ILOM commands, you can combine these DCUs to create PDomains.

The PDomain cabling varies depending on your application and networking environment. However, plan to connect at least one networking cable to each PDomain.

Each DCU contains four EMS modules, and each EMS contains two 10-GbE (10GBase-T) ports (a total of eight available 10-GbE ports per DCU). By attaching Category 6A or better network cables from your network to these 10-GbE ports, you can create multiple, redundant networking connections to each PDomain.

During the Oracle Solaris OS configuration, you will be prompted to supply the following networking information for each network connection:

■ Host name

■ IP address

■ Network domain

■ Netmask

■ IP address of the network gateway

■ IP address of the network name server

Related Information

■ “Mandatory Cable Connections and Network Addresses” on page 59

■ “Maximum Cable Connections” on page 121

■ “Connect the EMS Network Cables” on page 134

PCIe Network Interface Cards

If you install optional PCIe network interface cards, you must provide the additional networking addresses for those cards. Refer to the PCIe card documentation for instructions.

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Related Information

■ “Maximum Cable Connections” on page 121

■ “Connect Other Data Cables” on page 135

■ PCIe card documentation

Oracle VM Server for SPARC Network Addresses

The Oracle VM Server for SPARC server enables you to create and administer multiple virtual servers, called logical domains, on each PDomain. Every logical domain can run its own independent operating system.

Provide at least one IP address for each logical domain you create using the Oracle VM Server for SPARC software.

For additional information about the Oracle VM Server for SPARC software, refer to:

■ Oracle VM Server for SPARC product page

(http://www.oracle.com/us/technologies/virtualization/oraclevm /oracle-vm-server-for-sparc-068923.html)

■ Oracle VM Server for SPARC wiki

(https://wikis.oracle.com/display/oraclevm/Oracle+VM+Server+fo r+SPARC)

Related Information

■ “Oracle VM Server for SPARC” on page 17

■ Oracle VM Server for SPARC documentation

(http://www.oracle.com/goto/VM-SPARC/docs)

■ Server Administration, Oracle VM Server for SPARC overview

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Preparing for Installation

These topics detail the precautions to follow and the tools to assemble prior to installing the server.

Description Link

Prevent equipment damage and personal injury by understanding the server handling cautions.

Prevent damage to components by taking the ESD precautions.

Observe all of the Oracle safety and security warnings.

Assemble all of the tools and equipment required for the server installation.

Attach an antistatic wrist strap when installing and cabling the server.

Related Information

■ “Preparing the Site” on page 19

■ “Installing the Server” on page 73

“Handling Precautions” on page 67

“ESD Precautions” on page 68

“Oracle Safety Information” on page 69

“Equipment Needed for Installation” on page 69

“Attach an Antistatic Wrist Strap” on page 70

Handling Precautions

Caution – The server weighs approximately 3700 lbs (1678 kg) installed and

4015 lbs (1821 kg) in its shipping container. A minimum of four people are required to move the server to the installation site. More people will be required to push the server up ramps or over rough surfaces.

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Caution – Do not remove FRUs from the chassis to reduce the weight of the server

during transportation or installation.

Caution – To minimize the potential risk of equipment damage or personal injury,

consider using professional movers when moving or relocating the server.

Caution – Avoid tipping or rocking the server, as the server can fall over, causing

equipment damage and serious personal injury.

Caution – At the installation site, secure the server to the floor using the leveling

feet. For added stability, use the mounting brackets that secured the server to the shipping pallet to mount the server permanently.

Related Information

■ “Physical Dimensions” on page 24

■ “Shipping Container Dimensions” on page 54

■ “ESD Precautions” on page 68

■ “Oracle Safety Information” on page 69

■ “Moving the Server” on page 78

■ “Stabilizing the Server” on page 87

ESD Precautions

Electronic equipment is susceptible to damage by static electricity. Use a grounded antistatic wrist strap, foot strap, or equivalent safety equipment to prevent electrostatic discharge damage when you install or service the server.

Caution – To protect electronic components from ESD, which can permanently

disable the system or require repair by service technicians, place components on an antistatic surface, such as an antistatic discharge mat, an antistatic bag, or a disposable antistatic mat. Wear an antistatic grounding strap connected to a metal surface on the chassis when you work on system components.

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Caution – ESD is easily generated and less easily dissipated in areas where the

relative humidity is below 35%, and becomes critical when levels drop below 30%.

Related Information

■ “Oracle Safety Information” on page 69

■ “Attach an Antistatic Wrist Strap” on page 70

Oracle Safety Information

Become familiar with Oracle’s safety information before installing any Oracle server or equipment:

■ Read the safety notices printed on the product shipping container.

■ Read the Important Safety Information for Oracle’s Sun Hardware Systems document

that is included with the server.

■ Read all safety notices in the SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Safety and

Compliance Guide.

■ Read the security information in the SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers

Security Guide.

■ Read the safety labels that are on the equipment.

Related Information

■ “General Installation Site Guidelines” on page 22

■ “Handling Precautions” on page 67

■ “ESD Precautions” on page 68

Equipment Needed for Installation

Assemble the following tools and equipment before installing the server:

■ Four or more people to move the server

■ Antistatic wrist strap

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■ No. 2 Phillips screwdriver

■ T20 Torx screwdriver

■ 13-mm wrench

■ 17-mm wrench

■ 19-mm wrench

■ Plastic tie-downs to secure cables

■ A tool to cut plastic strapping tape on the shipping container

■ Forklift, pallet jack, or trolley to move server to the unpacking area

■ 3/16-inch (4.8-mm) A36 metal plate with beveled edges that is large enough to

bridge gaps in the floor

■ Eight 17-mm bolts and washers to secure the server to the floor (optional)

In addition, you must provide a system console device, such as one of the following:

■ ASCII terminal, workstation, or laptop

■ Terminal server

■ Patch panel connected to a terminal server

Related Information

■ “Installing the Server” on page 73

■ “Connecting the Front SP Cables” on page 97

■ “Connecting the Rear Power Cords and Data Cables” on page 119

■ “Powering On the Server for the First Time” on page 141

▼ Attach an Antistatic Wrist Strap

Always wear an antistatic wrist strap connected to a metal surface on the chassis when you work on system components.

● Attach an antistatic wrist strap to one of the ESD grounding jacks on the server.

There are four 4-mm ESD grounding jacks on the server, two on the front panel and another on the rear panel.

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Related Information

■ “ESD Precautions” on page 68

■ “Installing the Server” on page 73

■ “Connecting the Front SP Cables” on page 97

■ “Connecting the Rear Power Cords and Data Cables” on page 119

■ “Powering On the Server for the First Time” on page 141

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Installing the Server

Follow these procedures to prepare and secure the server at the installation site.

Step Description Link

1 Inspect the installation site and prepare it for the

server installation.

2 Receive and unload the server from the delivery

truck.

3 Unpack the server from the shipping container. “Unpack the Server” on page 76

4 Safely move the server to the installation site. “Moving the Server” on page 78

5 Stabilize the server to the installation site’s floor

using the leveling feet and (optionally) using mounting brackets.

6 Install any optional hardware like PCIe cards. “Optional Component Installation” on page 95

Related Information

■ “Preparing the Site” on page 19

■ “Preparing for Installation” on page 67

■ “Connecting the Front SP Cables” on page 97

■ “Connecting the Rear Power Cords and Data Cables” on page 119

“Confirm the Site Preparation” on page 73

“Receive the Server” on page 75

“Stabilizing the Server” on page 87

▼ Confirm the Site Preparation

1. Review the safety guidelines.

See “Oracle Safety Information” on page 69 for more information.

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2. Note problems or peculiarities at the site that require special equipment.

For example, ensure that the doors are tall enough and wide enough for the server.

See “Shipping Container Dimensions” on page 54 and “Physical Dimensions” on

page 24 for more information.

3. Install all necessary electrical equipment, and ensure that sufficient power is provided for the server.

See “Facility Power Requirements” on page 37.

4. If you will be routing power cords or data cables down through the floor, prepare a floor cutout for these cables.

See “Mounting Holes and Cable Routing Floor Cutout Specifications” on page 28 for the floor cutout dimensions.

5. Ensure that the installation site provides adequate air conditioning.

See “Heat Dissipation and Airflow Requirements” on page 47 for more information.

6. Prepare the entire route from the loading dock to the installation site.

See “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55.

7. Prepare a 3/16-inch (4.8-mm) thick A36 metal plate with beveled edges that is large enough to support the server when it rolls over gaps or holes in the floor.

See “Use a Metal Plate to Cross Gaps in the Floor” on page 82 for more information.

8. If necessary, prepare a metal ramp to go up or down minor elevation changes.

See “Move Server Up or Down a Ramp” on page 84 for more information.

9. Operate the air conditioning system for 48 hours to bring the room temperature to the appropriate level.

10. Clean and vacuum the area thoroughly in preparation for installation.

Related Information

■ “Preparing the Site” on page 19

■ “Preparing for Installation” on page 67

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▼ Receive the Server

1. Before the server arrives, ensure that the receiving area is large enough for the shipping package.

For more information, see:

■ “Shipping Container Dimensions” on page 54

■ “Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements” on page 55

■ “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55

2. Unload the packaged server from the delivery truck.

■ If your loading dock meets the height and ramp requirements for a standard

freight carrier truck, you can use a pallet jack to unload the server.

■ If the loading dock does not meet the requirements, provide a standard forklift

or other means to unload the server.

■ Alternatively, you can request that the server be shipped in a truck with a lift

gate.

3. When the server arrives, leave the server in its shipping container and move it to a location where it can acclimate to the same temperature as the data center.

Note – Acclimatization time: If the shipping package is very cold or hot, allow the

shipping container to stand unopened in the computer room or a similar environment to come to the same temperature as the computer room. Acclimatization might require up to 24 hours.

Related Information

■ “Physical Dimensions” on page 24

■ “Shipping Container Dimensions” on page 54

■ “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55

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▼ Unpack the Server

Note – Remove the shipping container materials in a conditioned space away from

the final installation site to reduce the amount of airborne particles from entering the data center.

1. Ensure that you have enough space to unpack the server safely.

See “Unpacking Area” on page 57 for more information.

2. Locate the unpacking instructions.

The unpacking instructions are attached to the outside of the shipping package.

3. Follow the unpacking instructions to unpack the server.

4. Save the mounting brackets and the 13-mm bolts that secured the server to the shipping pallet.

You can use these mounting brackets, the eight 13-mm bolts that secured these brackets to the server, and eight 17-mm bolts (which you supply) to secure the server to the installation site floor.

Note – When unpacking the server, remove the kick plate to access the front

mounting brackets. Use a T20 Torx screwdriver to loosen the three captive screws securing the kick plate to the server and then remove the kick plate.

Note – Before rolling the server down the ramps, make sure that the leveling feet are

raised completely. See “Raise the Leveling Feet” on page 89 for instructions.

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Related Information

■ Unpacking Guide

■ “Leveling Feet and Caster Dimensions” on page 26

■ “Unpacking Area” on page 57

■ “Install the Mounting Brackets” on page 91

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Moving the Server

The server can weigh nearly 3700 lbs (1678 kg), so take extra precautions when moving the server to the installation site.

Caution – To minimize the potential risk of equipment damage or personal injury,

consider using professional movers when moving or relocating the server.

Caution – Do not remove FRUs from the chassis to reduce the weight of the server

during transportation or installation.

■ “Server Moves in Every Direction” on page 78

■ “Move the Server to the Installation Site” on page 79

■ “Use a Metal Plate to Cross Gaps in the Floor” on page 82

■ “Move Server Up or Down a Ramp” on page 84

Server Moves in Every Direction

All four casters swivel and enable you to roll the server in every direction. While these four swiveling castors help position the server at the installation site, the server can roll off course if you do not follow the guidelines in “Move the Server to the

Installation Site” on page 79.

When moving the server, position a person at each corner of server in order to maneuver it carefully around corners and obstacles.

Caution – Avoid rolling the server over metal plates that contain tear drop or

diamond patterns. These patterns can cause the castors to spin and force the server to move off course.

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Related Information

■ “Move the Server to the Installation Site” on page 79

■ “Use a Metal Plate to Cross Gaps in the Floor” on page 82

■ “Move Server Up or Down a Ramp” on page 84

▼ Move the Server to the Installation Site

Caution – A fully-configured, unpackaged server weighs nearly 3700 lbs (1678 kg).

Ensure that the route to the installation site is free of obstacles, and always use four or more people to move the server.

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1. Plan and prepare the entire route to the installation site.

Walk the entire route and note any obstacles that must be avoided. Ensure that all floors along the route can support the full weight of the server.

Cover raised data center flooring with fiberboard to protect it, prepare a metal sheet to cross any gaps in the floor (for example, when entering an elevator), and prepare a metal ramp to go up or down minor floor elevations.

For more information, see:

■ “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55

■ “Use a Metal Plate to Cross Gaps in the Floor” on page 82

■ “Move Server Up or Down a Ramp” on page 84

2. Ensure that the server doors are closed and secured.

Alternatively, remove both doors and take them separately to the installation site. For instructions on removing a door, see “Remove the Door” on page 100.

3. Ensure that all four leveling feet on the bottom of the server are raised and out of the way.

See “Raise the Leveling Feet” on page 89 for instructions.

4. Using four or more people, push the server to the installation site.

Always push the server along its edges. Move the server slowly, at approximately two feet per second (0.65 meters per second) or slower. Position people at each corner of the server to help guide it.

For extra leverage, remove the rear door and push the server on either side of the rear LED panel. For instructions of removing the door, see “Remove the Door” on

page 100.

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No. Description

1 Push the front of the server along the edges.

2 Push the rear of the server along the edges and on either side of the rear LED panel.

5. Avoid damaging the server when moving it.

Caution – Never tip or rock the server. Tipping or rocking the server, or pushing on

the side panels can tip the server over.

Caution – Never push the server by pressing in the center of a door. The door might

bend under the pressure. If necessary, remove the doors before moving the server. See “Remove the Door” on page 100 for instructions.

Caution – Be careful when moving the server near floor cutouts. If the server ’s

castors fall into a floor cutout, the floor and the server could be severely damaged.

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Caution – When maneuvering around corners, always turn the server gradually.

6. Avoid all obstacles on the floor when moving the server.

When necessary, use a metal plate to cross gaps on the floor and use a metal ramp to cross slight bumps on the floor or stairs. For more information, see:

■ “Use a Metal Plate to Cross Gaps in the Floor” on page 82

■ “Move Server Up or Down a Ramp” on page 84

Related Information

■ “Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements” on page 55

■ “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55

■ “Handling Precautions” on page 67

▼ Use a Metal Plate to Cross Gaps in the Floor

To prevent the server wheels from falling into holes or gaps in the floor, always use a 3/16-inch (4.8-mm) thick A36 metal plate with beveled edges to cross these gaps. The plate must be wide enough to bridge the gap in the floor.

Caution – A metal plate thinner than 3/16 inches (4.8-mm) will not support the

weight of the server. A fully-configured server can weigh around 3700 lbs (1678 kg).

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Caution – If the gap the server must cross is wider than 2 inches (51 mm), or has an

elevation of greater than 1 inch (25.4 mm), consult with you facilities manager to design and use a metal plate that will bridge the gap while supporting the full weight of the server.

● Use a 3/16-inch (4.6-mm) thick A36 metal plate with beveled edges when

crossing gaps in the floor.

Related Information

■ “Physical Dimensions” on page 24

■ “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55

■ “Move the Server to the Installation Site” on page 79

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▼ Move Server Up or Down a Ramp

Caution – A fully-configured, unpackaged server weighs nearly 3700 lbs (1678 kg).

Use six people to push the server up or down a ramp.

Create a metal ramp long enough to cross small changes in elevation and strong enough to support the weight of the server.

Note – The maximum allowable incline of an unpackaged server is 5 degrees (9%

grade). Design a ramp long enough to achieve this incline level and strong enough to support the weight of the server. If you cannot achieve this 5 degree incline level, consider an alternate route to the installation site.

1. Design a ramp that supports the weight of the server.

Consult with you facilities manager to design and create a ramp with the following characteristics:

■ Strong enough to support the nearly 3700 lbs (1678 kg) weight of the server

over the entire span of the ramp.

■ Be at least 48-inches (1220 mm) wide, or as wide as the passageway.

■ Long enough to extend over the elevation and remain under the 5 degree (9%

grade) maximum incline.

■ Designed to ensure that the server does not fall over the sides of the ramp (for

example, add railings, stops, or bend the edges of the ramp upward 90 degrees).

Note – If the ramp has railings, cover these railings with heavy fabric to avoid

scratching the surfaces of the server.

Caution – Never use metal plates that contain tear drop or diamond patterns. These

patterns can cause the castors to spin and make the server to move off course.

Avoid using wooden ramps as they cannot support the weight of the server.

The castors can have difficulty rolling over ramps coated with sticky or rubberized surfaces. Use additional people to push the server up or down ramps with these surfaces.

2. Ensure that all four leveling feet on the bottom of the server are raised and out of the way.

See “Raise the Leveling Feet” on page 89.

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3. Remove the server doors.

For instructions on removing a door, see “Remove the Door” on page 100.

4. Position the ramp so that the server can successfully go up or down the elevation.

5. Use six or more people either to push the server up the ramp or to slow the server rolling down the ramp.

Push or slow the server along the edges of the server. With the rear door removed, one of the six people can move the server by pushing on either side of the rear LED panel.

Caution – Ensure that the server remains on the ramp. If a castor falls off a side of

the ramp, the server can tip over and damage the equipment and cause serious physical injury.

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6. After rolling up or down the ramp, remove the ramp and replace the server doors.

For instructions on installing a door, see “Install the Door” on page 115.

Related Information

■ “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55

■ “Server Moves in Every Direction” on page 78

■ “Move the Server to the Installation Site” on page 79

■ “Use a Metal Plate to Cross Gaps in the Floor” on page 82

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Stabilizing the Server

These topics describe how to stabilize the server using the leveling feet and (optionally) using mounting brackets.

Task Link

Lower the leveling feet to stabilize the server at the installation site. Raise the leveling feet before moving the server to another site.

Optionally bolt the server to the floor using mounting brackets.

“Lower the Leveling Feet” on page 87

“Raise the Leveling Feet” on page 89

“Install the Mounting Brackets” on page 91

▼ Lower the Leveling Feet

Use leveling feet at the four corners of the server to stabilize the server to the floor.

1. Open the server doors.

2. Use a 19-mm wrench to loosen the 19-mm locking nuts located at the top of each leveling foot.

Turn the wrench clockwise to loosen the 19-mm locking nuts. When tightened, these locking nuts prevent the leveling feet from being raised or lowered, so loosen these nuts before lowering the leveling feet.

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3. Use a 13-mm wrench to lower each leveling foot to the floor.

Turn the wrench clockwise to lower each leveling foot. When correctly lowered, the four leveling feet will support the full weight of the server.

4. After lowering each leveling foot, use a 19-mm wrench to secure the 19-mm locking nut to the server.

Turn the wrench counter-clockwise to secure the locking nut.

Note – If the leveling foot begins to rotate and move upward, use a 13-mm wrench

to hold the leveling foot in place while you tighten the 19-mm locking nut.

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Related Information

■ “Leveling Feet and Caster Dimensions” on page 26

■ “Install the Mounting Brackets” on page 91

▼ Raise the Leveling Feet

Before moving or repositioning the server, make sure that you raise all four leveling feet.

Note – The leveling feet must remain securely down on the floor at the installation

site. Only raise the leveling feet before moving the server.

1. Open the server doors.

2. Use a 19-mm wrench to loosen the 19-mm locking nuts located at the top of each leveling foot.

Turn the wrench clockwise to loosen the 19-mm locking nuts.

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3. Use a 13-mm wrench to raise each leveling foot.

Turn the wrench counter-clockwise to raise the leveling feet up to the bottom of the server.

4. After raising each leveling foot, use a 19-mm wrench to secure the 19-mm locking nuts to the server.

Turn the wrench counter-clockwise to secure the locking nuts. When tightened, these locking nuts prevent the leveling feet from being raised or lowered.

Related Information

■ “Moving the Server” on page 78

■ “Lower the Leveling Feet” on page 87

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