Oracle SPARC S7-2 Installation Manual

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SPARC S7-2 Server Installation Guide

Part No: E72375-02
July 2016
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SPARC S7-2 Server Installation Guide
Part No: E72375-02
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Contents

Using This Documentation ................................... ..............................................  7
Understanding the Server ............................................ .................... ...................  9
Conceptual Overview ................................................................ ....................... 9
Oracle Software in Silicon Features ............... .............................................  9
Installation Task Overview .......................................... ....................................  10
Server Overview ................................. .................... ......................................  11
Front Panel Components (Installation) ............................... ................................ 12
Rear Panel Components (Installation) ........................................ .................... ...  13
Confirming Specifications ................................... .................... ..........................  15
Physical Specifications ....................................................... ............................  15
Electrical Specifications ...... ..................................................................... .......  16
Environmental Specifications ......................................................... ..................  17
Airflow Precautions ............................................ .................... .......................  18
Preparing for Installation ................................................................ ..................  21
Shipping Kit ...................... ..................................................................... ......  21
Handling Precautions ............... ..................................................................... .  22
ESD Precautions ................................. .................... ......................................  23
Tools Needed for Installation .......................... .................................................  23
Installing the Server ........... ..................................................................... ..........  25
Optional Components ............... .................... ................................................. .  26
Rack Compatibility ........................ .................... ............................................  26
Rack Cautions .............................................................. ................................  27
Rackmount Kit Contents ................. ................................................. ............... 28
▼ Stabilize the Rack ................................................................ ....................  29
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▼ Install Mounting Brackets Onto the Server ............................... .................... . 30
▼ Mark the Rackmount Location ....................................................... ............  31
▼ Install AC Power Cables and Slide-Rails ........................... .................... .......  33
▼ Attach Tool-less Slide-Rail Assemblies ........................................................  34
▼ Install the Server Into the Slide-Rail Assemblies ............................................  37
▼ Install the Cable Management Arm ......... ....................................................  39
Cabling the Server ................................................. .................... .......................  51
Rear Cable Connections and Ports ............................... .................... ................. 51
SER MGT Port Pinout ...... ..................................................................... ........  53
RJ-45 Crossover Pinouts ............................ .............................................  53
▼ Connect Server Cables . .................... .........................................................  55
Powering On the Server for the First Time ................ .................... ...................  57
▼ Power on the Server for the First Time .................................. .................... ..  57
Oracle ILOM System Console ........................................... ..............................  59
Installing the OS ................................................... .................... ....................  60
▼ Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS .........................................  60
▼ Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM CLI) . .................... ...... 61
▼ Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM Web Interface) ..............  63
Assigning a Static IP Address to the SP .............................................. ..............  65
▼ Log In to the SP (SER MGT Port) ............. .........................................  66
▼ Assign a Static IP Address to the NET MGT Port .............. ....................  67
Index ................................... ..................................................................... ..........  71
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Using This Documentation

Overview – Describes how to install the SPARC S7-2 server
Audience – Technicians, system administrators, and authorized service providers
Required knowledge – Experience with the Oracle Solaris Operating System, troubleshooting, and replacing hardware

Product Documentation Library

Documentation and resources for this product and related products are available at http://www.
oracle.com/goto/S7-2/docs.

Feedback

Provide feedback about this documentation at http://www.oracle.com/goto/docfeedback.
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Understanding the Server

These topics list the installation tasks, provide an overview of the server, and highlight the key components.
“Conceptual Overview” on page 9
“Installation Task Overview” on page 10
“Server Overview” on page 11
“Front Panel Components (Installation)” on page 12
“Rear Panel Components (Installation)” on page 13

Related Information

“Installing the Server” on page 25
“Cabling the Server” on page 51
“Powering On the Server for the First Time” on page 57

Conceptual Overview

The SPARC S7-2 servers provide enterprise class performance and Software in Silicon features in significantly lower-cost form factors. Newly designed microprocessors and hardware provides high level of system integration, excellent throughput, low memory latency, and high bandwidth IO interconnect. These servers deliver uncompromising price and performance for horizontal scale database, middleware, and cloud computing workloads.

Oracle Software in Silicon Features

The microprocessors for the SPARC S7 series servers offer co-engineered hardware and software capabilities that enable applications to run with the highest levels of security, reliability, and speed. This functionality is called Oracle Software in Silicon. These features
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Installation Task Overview

include: Silicon Secured Memory – These APIs can be used, for example, to enable the detection of memory corruption issues, thereby enhancing applications data integrity (ADI) when an application uses its own custom memory allocator. With this feature enabled, an error is likely to be raised if an application tries to access memory to which it should not have access. For more information, refer to the adi(3C), adi(2), memcntl(2), mmap(2), and siginfo (3HEAD) man pages.
Data Analytics Accelerator (DAX) – Coprocessors perform query-related operations directly through the hardware, which improves Oracle Database performance. You can use DAX hardware acceleration for Oracle Database 12c in-memory database operations. For more information about Oracle Software in Silicon functionality, refer to: https://www.oracle.
com/servers/sparc/software-in-silicon.html. For more details on ADI, refer to the Oracle
Solaris 11.3 documentation. To use DAX, you must configure the Oracle Database 12c in­memory feature. For instructions, refer to “Using the In-Memory Column Store” at: http://
docs.oracle.com/database/121/ADMIN/memory.htm#ADMIN14257

Related Information

“Server Overview” on page 11
Installation Task Overview
Steps Description Links
1. Review the SPARC S7-2 Server Product Notes for any late- breaking news about the server.
2. Review the server features, specifications, and site requirements. “Server Overview” on page 11
3. Confirm that you received all of the items you ordered. “Shipping Kit” on page 21
4. Learn the server features, controls, and LEDs required for installation.
5. Take safety and ESD precautions and assemble the required tools.
6. Install any optional components into the server. “Optional Components” on page 26
7. Install the server into a rack. “Installing the Server” on page 25
8. Attach data and management cables to the server. “Cabling the Server” on page 51
SPARC S7-2 Server Product Notes
“Confirming Specifications” on page 15
“Front Panel Components (Installation)” on page 12
“Rear Panel Components (Installation)” on page 13
“Handling Precautions” on page 22
“ESD Precautions” on page 23
“Tools Needed for Installation” on page 23
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Steps Description Links
9. Connect the power cords to the server, configure the Oracle ILOM on the SP, power on the server for the first time, and set up the operating system.
“Powering On the Server for the First Time” on page 57

Related Information

SPARC S7-2 Server Product Notes
SPARC S7-2 Server Safety and Compliance Guide
Servers Administration
Server Service

Server Overview

This topic provides a high-level introduction to the main components and capabilities of the server.
Server Overview
Component Description
Chassis Rack-mountable server.
CPU One or two processors are supported: 8-core, 4.267GHz, 130W each, installed on the
Memory 16 DDR4 DIMM slots are supported:
I/O expansion Three low profiles x8 PCIe Gen3 slots. All slots support x8 PCIe cards, two slots support x16
Storage devices For internal storage, the server provides:
USB ports Two external USB 2.0 ports (front panel).
Ethernet ports Four 10GbE 100/1000/10000 Mbps, RJ-45-based ports on the rear panel.
Power supplies Two hot-swappable A266 1.2kW (N+1).
Cooling fans Four hot-swappable, redundant fans at chassis front (top-loading).
SP Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager (Oracle ILOM) on motherboard.
motherboard assembly.
■ Each processor module supports either 4 or 8 DIMMs for a total of 8 or 16 DIMMs in two processor systems.
■ Mixing of memory types or sizes is not supported.
PCIe cards mechanically.
■ Eight 2.5-inch drive bays accessible through the front panel, support SFF SAS/SATA drives with 4 slots NVMe enabled.
■ Internal SAS HBA card.
■ Support for non-RAID LSISAS3008 HBA.
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Front Panel Components (Installation)

Related Information

Server Service
Oracle ILOM documentation
“Front Panel Components (Installation)” on page 12
“Rear Panel Components (Installation)” on page 13
Front Panel Components (Installation)
No. Description No. Description
1 Serial number 10 Server Overtemp LED (amber)
2 Locator LED (white) 11 Drive 0 (HDD/SDD)
3 Two USB 2.0 connectors 12 Drive 1 (HDD/SDD)
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No. Description No. Description
4 Service Action Required LED
(amber)
5 Power/OK LED (green) 14 Drive 3 (HDD/SDD) or NVMe 1
6 Power button 15 Drive 4 (HDD/SDD) or NVMe 2
7 SP OK/Fault LED (green or
amber)
8 Fan Service Action Required LED
(amber)
9 PS Service Action Required LED
(amber)
13 Drive 2 (HDD/SDD) or NVMe 0
16 Drive 5 (HDD/SDD) or NVMe 3
17 Drive 6 (HDD/SDD)
18 Drive 7 (HDD/SDD)

Related Information

“Server Overview” on page 11
“Rear Panel Components (Installation)” on page 13

Rear Panel Components (Installation)

Rear Panel Components (Installation)
Note - You must follow the proper sequence when connecting cables to the server. Do not
connect the power cords until all data cables have been connected.
No. Description No. Description
1 Power supply 0 Fault LED 8 NET 0 100/1000/10000 port
2 Power supply 0 OK LED 9 NET 1 100/1000/10000 port
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Rear Panel Components (Installation)
No. Description No. Description
3 Power supply 1 Fault LED 10 NET 2 100/1000/10000 port
4 Power supply 1 OK LED 11 NET 3 100/1000/10000 port
5 PCIe card slot 1 12 NET MGT port
6 PCIe card slot 2 13 SER MGT/RJ-45 serial port
7 PCIe card slot 3

Related Information

“Front Panel Components (Installation)” on page 12
“Rear Cable Connections and Ports” on page 51
“Connect Server Cables” on page 55
“Install the Cable Management Arm” on page 39
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Confirming Specifications

These topics provide the technical information and airflow precautions you need to install the server.
“Physical Specifications” on page 15
“Electrical Specifications” on page 16
“Environmental Specifications” on page 17
“Airflow Precautions” on page 18

Related Information

“Server Overview” on page 11
“Shipping Kit” on page 21

Physical Specifications

Description U.S. Metric
Height 1.68 in. 4.26 cm
Width 17.185 in. 43.65 cm
Depth 29 in. 73.7 cm
Weight (without rackmount kit) 43 lb 19.5 kg
Minimum service clearance (front) 36 in. 91.44 cm
Minimum service clearance (rear) 36 in. 91.44 cm
Minimum airflow clearance (front) 2 in. 5.08 cm
Minimum airflow clearance (rear) 3 in. 7.62 cm

Related Information

“Server Overview” on page 11
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Electrical Specifications

“Handling Precautions” on page 22
“Installing the Server” on page 25
“Electrical Specifications” on page 16
“Environmental Specifications” on page 17
“Airflow Precautions” on page 18
Electrical Specifications
Description Value
Operating Input Range 100 to 120 VAC; 200 to 240 VAC; 50-60 Hz
Max Operating Input Current per cord at 100VAC 8.6 A
Max Operating Input Current per cord at 200VAC 4.1 A
Max operating input power at 100VAC 851 W
Max operating input power at 200VAC 819 W
Maximum heat dissipation 2904 BTU/hr
3064 KJ/hr
Maximum standby power 23.4 W
Maximum server configuration specification under nominal temperature and voltage conditions
(SPARC S7-2, Two 4.267GHz S7 Processors, 16 64GB DDR4 DIMMS, 4 SAS + 4 NVMe-SFF drives , 1 Internal HBA card, 3 PCIe cards)
Idle AC input power 412 W
Peak AC input power running MGRID 749 W
Minimum server configuration specification under nominal temperature and voltage conditions
(SPARC S7-2-1S, One 4.267GHz S7 Processors, 4 16GB DDR4 DIMMS, 0 drives, 1 Internal HBA card, 0 PCIe cards)
Idle AC input power 190 W
Peak AC input power running MGRID 352 W
For information on power specifications, use the power calculator at:
http://www.oracle.com/us/products/servers-storage/sun-power-calculators

Related Information

“Powering On the Server for the First Time” on page 57
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“Physical Specifications” on page 15
“Environmental Specifications” on page 17
“Airflow Precautions” on page 18

Environmental Specifications

Environmental Specifications
TABLE 1
Specification Operating Nonoperating
Ambient temperature ■ Maximum range: 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C) up to 2,953
Relative humidity ■ 10% to 90% noncondensing, short term 23°F to 113°F (–
Altitude Up to 9,840 feet (3,000 meters)
Acoustic noise ■ Maximum condition: 7.1 Bels A weighted
Temperature, Humidity, Acoustic, and Elevation Specifications
feet (900 meters)
■ Optimal: 69.8°F to 73.4°F (21°C to 23°C)
Note - Maximum ambient operating temperature is derated by
1 degree C per 300 meters of elevation beyond 900 meters, up to a maximum altitude of 3,000 meters.
5°C to 55°C)
■ 5% to 90% noncondensing, but not to exceed 0.024 kg of water per kg of dry air (0.053 lbs water/2.205 lbs dry air)
Note - In China markets, regulations may limit installations to
a maximum altitude of 6,562 feet (2,000 meters).
■ Idle condition: 7.0 Bels A weighted
TABLE 2
Description Operating Nonoperating
Shock 3.5 Gs, 11 ms half-sine Roll-off: 1.25-inch roll-off free fall, front to back
Vibration 0.15 G (z-axis),
Shock and Vibration Specifications
rolling directions
Threshold: 13-mm threshold height at 0.65 m/s impact velocity
0.5 G (z-axis),
–40°F to 154°F (–40°C to 68°C)
Up to 93% noncondensing 95°F (35°C) maximum wet bulb
Maximum 39,370 feet (12,000  meters)
Not applicable
0.10 G (x-, y-axes), 5­500Hz swept sine

Related Information

SPARC S7-2 Server Safety and Compliance Guide
0.25 G (x-, y-axes), 5-500Hz swept sine
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Airflow Precautions

“Physical Specifications” on page 15
“Electrical Specifications” on page 16
“Environmental Specifications” on page 17
“Airflow Precautions” on page 18
Airflow Precautions
Caution - Proper airflow is essential for keeping the server's internal temperatures within a safe
operating range.
Air flows from the front to the rear of the server.
Follow these guidelines to ensure unrestricted airflow in the server:
Adhere to the minimum airflow clearance specifications. See “Physical
Specifications” on page 15.
Install the server so that the front faces the cool aisle and the rear faces the warm aisle.
Do not direct warm air into the server.
Prevent recirculation of air within a rack or cabinet.
When servicing server internal components, ensure that air ducts, baffles, and filler panels are properly installed.
Route cables so that they do not interfere with airflow.

Related Information

“Rack Cautions” on page 27
“Physical Specifications” on page 15
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“Electrical Specifications” on page 16
“Environmental Specifications” on page 17
Airflow Precautions
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Preparing for Installation

These topics detail the precautions to follow, the tools to assemble, and the tasks to perform prior to installing the server.
Step Description Links
1. Confirm that you received all the items you ordered. “Shipping Kit” on page 21
2. Review safety and ESD precautions “Handling Precautions” on page 22
“ESD Precautions” on page 23
3. Verify that you have the correct tools. “Tools Needed for Installation” on page 23

Related Information

“Installing the Server” on page 25
“Cabling the Server” on page 51
“Powering On the Server for the First Time” on page 57

Shipping Kit

Note - When you receive your server, place it in the environment where you will install it.
Leave it in its shipping crate at its final destination for 24 hours. This resting period prevents thermal shock and condensation.
Verify that you have received all of the components that ship with your server.
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Handling Precautions

No. Description
1 Server
2 Rackmount kit
3 Antistatic wrist strap
4 Printed documents
5 2 AC power cords
Note - The shipping kit might also contain PCIe slot fillers that were removed from the server
when PCIe cards were installed in the factory. Save these fillers and use them to cover PCIe slots when cards are removed from the server.

Related Information

“Server Overview” on page 11
“Preparing for Installation” on page 21
Handling Precautions
Caution - Deploy the anti-tilt bar on the equipment rack before beginning an installation.
Caution - The server weighs approximately 43 lb (19.5 kg). Two people are required to lift and
mount this server into a rack enclosure when using the procedures in this document.
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ESD Precautions

Caution - When completing a two-person procedure, always communicate your intentions
clearly before, during, and after each step to minimize confusion.

Related Information

“Physical Specifications” on page 15
“Installing the Server” on page 25
SPARC S7-2 Server Getting Started Guide
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 damage when you install or service the servers.
Caution - To protect electronic components from electrostatic damage, 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.

Related Information

“Handling Precautions” on page 22

Tools Needed for Installation

No. 2 Phillips screwdriver
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Tools Needed for Installation
ESD mat and grounding strap
In addition, you must provide a system console device, such as one of the following:
ASCII terminal
Workstation
Terminal server
Patch panel connected to a terminal server

Related Information

“Handling Precautions” on page 22
“ESD Precautions” on page 23
Server Service
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Installing the Server

These topics describe how to install the server into a rack using the rail assembly in the rackmount kit. Perform these procedures if you purchased the rail assembly.
Note - In this guide, the term rack means either an open rack or a closed cabinet.
Step Description Links
1. Install optional components. “Optional Components” on page 26
2. Ensure that your rack is compatible with the server requirements.
3. Review the cautions for working with racks. “Rack Cautions” on page 27
4. Use anti-tilt mechanisms to ensure that the rack does not tip when the server is installed.
5. Prepare the slide rails, mounting brackets, and slide rail assemblies for server installation.
“Rack Compatibility” on page 26
“Stabilize the Rack” on page 29
“Install Mounting Brackets Onto the Server” on page 30
“Mark the Rackmount Location” on page 31
“Install AC Power Cables and Slide-Rails” on page 33
“Attach Tool-less Slide-Rail Assemblies” on page 34
6. Install the server in the rack. “Install the Server Into the Slide-Rail Assemblies” on page 37
7. (Optional) Install the CMA. “Install the Cable Management Arm” on page 39
8. Review cabling requirements and port information. Attach data and management cables to the server.
9. Prepare to power on the server for the first time. “Powering On the Server for the First Time” on page 57
“Cabling the Server” on page 51

Related Information

“Preparing for Installation” on page 21
“Cabling the Server” on page 51
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Optional Components

Optional Components
Optional components, such as additional memory or PCIe cards that were ordered as part of the system, are installed in the server at the factory before the server is shipped. Any options not ordered with the system are shipped separately. If possible, install these components prior to installing the server in a rack.
Except for the rackmount kits, if you ordered any options that are not factory-installed, refer to the service manual for the server and the component's documentation for installation instructions.

Related Information

Optional component documentation
Server Service

Rack Compatibility

Check that your rack is compatible with the slide rail and cable management assembly options. The optional slide rails are compatible with a wide range of equipment racks that meet the following standards.
Item Requirement
Structure Four-post rack (mounting at both front and rear). Supported rack
Rack horizontal opening and unit vertical pitch Conforms to ANSI/EIA 310-D-1992 or IEC 60927 standards.
Distance between front and rear mounting planes
Clearance depth in front of front mounting plane
Clearance depth behind front mounting plane Distance to rear cabinet door is at least 90 cm (35.43 inches) with
Clearance width between front and rear mounting planes
types: square hole (9.5 mm) and round hole (M6 or 1/4-20 threaded only.
Two-post racks are not compatible.
Minimum 61 cm and maximum 91.5 cm (24 inches to 36 inches).
Distance to front cabinet door is at least 2.54 cm (1 inch).
the cable management arm, or 80 cm (31.5 inches) without the cable management arm.
Distance between structural supports and cable troughs is at least
45.6 cm (18 inches).
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Item Requirement
Minimum clearance for service access ■ Clearance, front of server: 123.2 cm (48.5 inches)

Related Information

“Physical Specifications” on page 15
“Handling Precautions” on page 22
“Rack Cautions” on page 27

Rack Cautions

Caution - Equipment Loading: Always load equipment into a rack from the bottom up so that
the rack does not become top-heavy and tip over. Deploy the rack's anti-tilt bar to prevent the rack from tipping during equipment installation.
Rack Cautions
■ Clearance, rear of server: 91.4 cm (36 inches)
Caution - Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature: If the server is installed in a closed or
multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment might be greater than room ambient temperature. Therefore, install the equipment only in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified for the server.
Caution - Reduced Air Flow: Install the equipment in a rack so that the amount of air flow is
adequate for the safe operation of the equipment.
Caution - Mechanical Loading: Mount the equipment in the rack so that the weight is
distributed evenly. A hazardous condition can exist with uneven mechanical loading.
Caution - Circuit Overloading: Do not overload the power supply circuits. Before connecting
the server to the supply circuit, review the equipment nameplate power ratings and consider the effect that circuit overloading might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring.
Caution - Reliable Grounding: Maintain reliable grounding of rackmounted equipment. Give
particular attention to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (for example, use of power strips).
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Rackmount Kit Contents

Caution - Do not use slide rail mounted equipment as a shelf or a work space.
Caution - The server weighs approximately 43 lb (19.5 kg). Two people are required to lift and
mount this server into a rack enclosure when using the procedures in this document.

Related Information

“Physical Specifications” on page 15
“Handling Precautions” on page 22
“Stabilize the Rack” on page 29
Rackmount Kit Contents
The rackmount kit contains two slide-rails, two mounting brackets, and optional securing screws.
Note - Refer to the rackmount kit installation card for instructions on how to install your server
into a four-post rack, using the slide-rail and cable management arm options.
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No. Description
1 Slide-rails
2 Mounting brackets
3 Four M4 x 5 fine-pitch mounting bracket securing screws (optional)
4 Installation card

Stabilize the Rack

Related Information

“Rack Compatibility” on page 26
Stabilize the Rack
Caution - To reduce the risk of personal injury, stabilize the rack by extending all anti-tilt
devices before installing the server.
Refer to the rack documentation for detailed instructions for the following steps.
1.
Read the rack cautions and stabilize the rack.
See “Rack Cautions” on page 27.
2.
Open and remove the front and rear doors from the rack.
3.
To prevent the rack cabinet from tipping during the installation, stabilize the cabinet using all antitilt mechanisms provided.
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Install Mounting Brackets Onto the Server

4.
If there are leveling feet beneath the rack to prevent it from rolling, extend these leveling feet fully downward to the floor.
Related Information
Rack documentation
SPARC S7-2 Server Safety and Compliance Guide
“Rack Compatibility” on page 26
“Rack Cautions” on page 27
Install Mounting Brackets Onto the Server
1.
Position a mounting bracket against the chassis so that the slide-rail lock is at the server front, and the five keyhole openings on the mounting bracket are aligned with the five locating pins on the side of the chassis.
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Mark the Rackmount Location

No. Description
1 Chassis front
2 Slide-rail lock
3 Mounting bracket
4 Mounting bracket clip
2.
With the heads of the five chassis locating pins protruding through the five keyhole openings in the mounting bracket, pull the mounting bracket toward the front of the chassis until the mounting bracket clip locks into place with an audible click.
3.
Verify that the rear locating pin has engaged the mounting bracket clip.
4.
Repeat Step 1 through Step 3 to install the remaining mounting bracket on the other side of the server.
Related Information
“Mark the Rackmount Location” on page 31
“Attach Tool-less Slide-Rail Assemblies” on page 34
Mark the Rackmount Location
1.
Ensure that there is at least 1 rack unit (1U) of vertical space in the rack cabinet to install the server.
2.
Place the rackmount installation card against the front rails.
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Mark the Rackmount Location
The bottom edge of the card corresponds to the bottom edge of the server. Measure up from the bottom of the installation card.
3.
Mark the mounting holes for the front slide-rails.
4.
Mark the mounting holes for the rear slide-rails.
Related Information
“Rack Compatibility” on page 26
“Install Mounting Brackets Onto the Server” on page 30
“Attach Tool-less Slide-Rail Assemblies” on page 34
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Install AC Power Cables and Slide-Rails

Install AC Power Cables and Slide-Rails
1.
Prior to installing the slide-rails into the rack, install right-angle AC power cables into the left-side and right-side PDU electrical sockets for the servers you are going to rack mount.
2.
Install the slide-rails into the rack.
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Attach Tool-less Slide-Rail Assemblies

See “Attach Tool-less Slide-Rail Assemblies” on page 34.
Attach Tool-less Slide-Rail Assemblies
Use this procedure to attach tool-less slide-rail assemblies to the rack.
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1.
Orient the slide-rail assembly so that the ball-bearing track is forward and locked in place.
No. Description
1 Slide-rail
2 Ball-bearing track
3 Locking mechanism
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2.
Starting with either the left or right side of the rack, align the rear of the slide­rail assembly against the inside of the rear rack rail, and push until the assembly locks into place with an audible click.
3.
Align the front of the slide-rail assembly against the outside of the front rack rail, and push until the assembly locks into place with an audible click.
4.
Repeat Step 1 through Step 3 to attach the slide-rail assembly to the other side of the rack.
Related Information
“Install Mounting Brackets Onto the Server” on page 30
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Install the Server Into the Slide-Rail Assemblies

“Mark the Rackmount Location” on page 31
“Install the Server Into the Slide-Rail Assemblies” on page 37
Install the Server Into the Slide-Rail Assemblies
Use this procedure to install the server chassis, with mounting brackets, into the slide-rail assemblies that are mounted to the rack.
Caution - This procedure requires a minimum of two people because of the weight of the
server. Attempting this procedure alone could result in equipment damage or personal injury.
Caution - Always load equipment into a rack from the bottom up so that the rack will not
become top-heavy and tip over. Extend your rack's anti-tilt bar to prevent the rack from tipping during equipment installation.
1.
Push the slide-rails as far as possible into the slide-rail assemblies in the rack.
2.
Position the server so that the rear ends of the mounting brackets are aligned with the slide-rail assemblies that are mounted in the rack.
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3.
Insert the mounting brackets into the slide-rails, and then push the server into the rack until the mounting brackets encounter the slide-rail stops (approximately 30 cm, or 12 inches).
No. Description
1 Inserting mounting bracket
2 Slide-rail release button
3 Slide-rail lock
4.
Simultaneously push and hold the green slide-rail release buttons on each
into slide-rail
mounting bracket while you push the server into the rack. Continue pushing the server into the rack until the slide-rail locks (on the front of the mounting brackets) engage the slide-rail assemblies.
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You will hear an audible click.

Install the Cable Management Arm

Caution - Verify that the server is securely mounted in the rack and that the slide-rail locks are
engaged with the mounting brackets before you install the optional cable management arm.
Related Information
“Install the Cable Management Arm” on page 39
Install the Cable Management Arm
Follow this procedure to install the cable management arm (CMA), which you can use to manage cables connected to the rear of the server.
1.
Unpack the CMA.
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The following figure shows the CMA components.
No. Description No. Description
1 Connector A 6 Connector D
2 Front slide bar 7 Slide-rail latching bracket
3 Velcro straps (6) 8 Rear slide bar
4 Connector B 9 SPARC S7-2 cable covers
5 Connector C 10 SPARC S7-2L cable covers
2.
Ensure that the correct cable covers for your server are installed on the CMA.
The SPARC S7-2 uses the flat cable covers.
3.
Ensure that the six Velcro straps are threaded into the CMA.
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Note - Ensure that the two Velcro straps located on the front slide bar are threaded through
the opening in the top of the slide bar. This prevents the Velcro straps from interfering with the expansion and contraction of the slide bar when the server is extended out of the rack and returned into the rack.
4.
To make it easier to install the CMA, extend the server approximately 13 cm (5 inches) out of the front of the rack.
5.
Take the CMA to the back of the equipment rack, and ensure that you have adequate room to work at the back of the server.
Note - References to “left” or “right” in this procedure assume that you are facing the back of
the equipment rack.
Note - Throughout this installation procedure, support the CMA and do not allow it to hang
under its own weight until it is secured at all four attachment points.
6.
Install the CMA's connector A into the left slide rail.
a.
Insert the CMA's connector A into the front slot on the left slide-rail until it locks into place with an audible click (frames 1 and 2).
The connector A tab (callout 1) goes into the slide-rail's front slot (callout 2).
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b.
Gently tug on the left side of the front slide bar to verify that connector A is properly seated.
7.
Install the CMA's connector B into the right slide-rail.
a.
Insert the CMA's connector B into the front slot on the right slide-rail until it locks into place with an audible click (frames 1 and 2).
The connector B tab (callout 1) goes into the slide-rail front slot (callout 2).
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b.
Gently tug on the right side of the front slide bar to verify that connector B is properly seated.
No. Description
1 Connector B tab
2 Right slide-rail front slot
8.
Install the CMA's connector C into the right slide-rail.
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a.
Align connector C with the slide-rail so that the locking spring (callout 1) is positioned inside (server side) of the right slide-rail (frame 1).
b.
Insert connector C into the right slide-rail until it locks into place with an audible click (frames 2 and 3).
c.
Gently tug on the right side of the CMA's rear slide bar to verify that connector C is properly seated.
9.
To prepare the CMA's connector D for installation, remove the tape that secures the slide-rail latching bracket to connector D and ensure that the latching bracket is properly aligned with connector D (frames 1 and 2).
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Note - The CMA is shipped with the slide-rail latching bracket taped to connector D. You must
remove the tape before you install this connector.
10.
Install the CMA's connector D into the left slide-rail.
a.
While holding the slide-rail latching bracket in place, insert connector D and its associated slide-rail latching bracket into the left slide-rail until connector D locks into place with an audible click (frames 1 and 2).
Note - When inserting connector D into the slide-rail, the preferred and easier method is to
install connector D and the latching bracket as one assembly into the slide-rail.
b.
Gently tug on the left side of the CMA's rear slide bar to verify that connector D is properly seated.
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Note - The slide-rail latching bracket has a green release tab. This tab is used to release and
remove the latching bracket so that you can remove connector D.
11.
Gently tug on the four CMA connection points to ensure that the CMA connectors are fully seated before you allow the CMA to hang by its own weight.
12.
Verify that the slide-rails and the CMA are operating properly before routing cables through the CMA.
a.
Extend all rack anti-tilt devices to prevent the rack from tipping forward when the server is extended.
Caution - To reduce the risk of personal injury, stabilize the expansion rack cabinet and extend
all anti-tilt devices before extending the server from the rack.
For instructions for stabilizing the rack, see “Stabilize the Rack” on page 29.
b.
Slowly pull the server out of the rack until the slide-rails reach their stops.
c.
Inspect the attached cables for any binding or kinks.
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d.
Verify that the CMA extends fully with the slide-rails.
Install the Cable Management Arm
13.
Return the server to the rack.
a.
Simultaneously pull and hold the two green release tabs (one on each side of the server) toward the front of the server while you push the server into the rack. As you push the server into the rack, verify that the CMA retracts without binding.
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Note - To pull the green release tabs, place your finger in the center of each tab, not on the end,
and apply pressure as you pull the tab toward the front of the server.
b.
Continue pushing the server into the rack until the slide-rail locks (on the front of the server) engage the slide-rail assemblies.
You will hear an audible click when the server is in the normal rack position.
14.
Connect cables to the server, as required.
Instructions for connecting the server cables are provided in “Cabling the
Server” on page 51.
15.
Open the CMA cable covers, route server cables through the CMA's cable troughs, close the cable covers, and secure the cables with the six Velcro straps.
Route the cables through the cable troughs in this order:
a.
First through the front-most cable trough
b.
Then through the small cable trough
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c.
Then through the rear-most cable trough
Note - When securing the cables with the Velcro straps located on the front slide bar, ensure
that the Velcro straps do not wrap around the bottom of the slide bar, otherwise, expansion and contraction of the slide bar might be hindered when the server is extended from the rack and returned to the rack.
16.
Ensure that the secured cables do not extend above the top or below the bottom of the server to which they are attached, otherwise, the cables might snag on other equipment installed in the rack when the server is extended from the rack or returned to the rack.
Note - If necessary, bundle the cables with additional Velcro straps to ensure that they stay clear
of other equipment. If you need to install additional Velcro straps, wrap the straps around the cables only, not around any of the CMA components, otherwise, expansion and contraction of the CMA slide bars might be hindered when the server is extended from the rack and returned to the rack.
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Cabling the Server

These tasks describe how to connect and configure the network and serial ports before you attempt to boot the server.
Description Links
Review connector port locations and cable information. “Rear Cable Connections and Ports” on page 51
Use this information to create a crossover connection to the SER MGT port.
Connect data cables and power cords to the server. “Connect Server Cables” on page 55

Related Information

“Installing the Server” on page 25
“Powering On the Server for the First Time” on page 57
“SER MGT Port Pinout” on page 53

Rear Cable Connections and Ports

The following figure shows the locations of cable connectors and ports on the back of the SPARC S7-2 and the cables and devices that you would typically connect to them.
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Rear Cable Connections and Ports
Cable Port or Expansion Slot Description
Power supply 0 input power
Power supply 1 input power
The server has two power supply connectors, one for each power supply.
Do not attach power cables to any installed power supplies until you have finished connecting the data cables to the server. The server goes into standby power mode and the Oracle ILOM service processor initializes when the AC power cables are connected to the power source. Important system messages may be lost if AC power cables are connected and the server has not yet been connected to a terminal, PC, or workstation.
Note - Oracle ILOM will signal a fault on any installed power supply that is not connected to an AC
power source, since it might indicate a loss of redundancy.
Ethernet ports (0-3) The four 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports enable you to connect the system to the network. To achieve 10-
GbE network speeds, use Category 6A (or better) cables and network devices that support 10GBASE-T networks.
Network management port (NET MGT)
The service processor NET MGT port is the optional connection to the Oracle ILOM service processor. The NET MGT port is configured by default to use Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). The service processor NET MGT port uses an RJ-45 cable for a 10/100/1000BASE-T connection.
Serial management port (SER MGT)
The service processor SER MGT port uses an RJ-45 cable and is the default connection to the Oracle ILOM service processor. This port supports local connections to the server and only recognizes Oracle ILOM command-line interface (CLI) commands. Typically you connect a terminal or a terminal emulator to this port. See “SER MGT Port Pinout” on page 53 to use a crossover cable or adapter for this connection.
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Related Information

“SER MGT Port Pinout” on page 53
“Connect Server Cables” on page 55

SER MGT Port Pinout

The SER MGT RJ-45 port, located on the rear panel, provides an TIA/EIA-232 serial Oracle/ Cisco standard connection to the SP. This port is the default connection to the Oracle ILOM system controller. For DTE to DTE communications, use an RJ-45 cable that is set up for a null modem configuration, in which the transmit and receive signals cross over. You can use a crossover adapter with a standard RJ-45 cable to achieve the required null modem configuration. . See “Rear Panel Components (Installation)” on page 13.
SER MGT Port Pinout

RJ-45 Crossover Pinouts

Use this table to identify the appropriate crossover cable or adapter. In this table, the RJ-45 column represents the connector on the system and the DB-9 and DB-25 columns refer to the connector on the terminal side.
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SER MGT Port Pinout
This example shows a diagram of an RJ-45 to DB-9 conversion.
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Connect Server Cables

Related Information

“Rear Cable Connections and Ports” on page 51
“Connect Server Cables” on page 55
Connect Server Cables
1.
Observe all safety requirements and prepare for installation.
See “Preparing for Installation” on page 21.
2.
Gather required network information.
Netmask
IP address for the SP
Gateway IP address
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3.
Connect a terminal or a terminal emulator (PC or workstation) to the server SER MGT port.
A null modem configuration is needed, meaning the transmit and receive signals are reversed (crossed over) for DTE to DTE communications. You can use an RJ-45 crossover adapter with a standard RJ-45 cable to achieve the null modem configuration. See “SER MGT Port
Pinout” on page 53.
4.
Configure a terminal or terminal emulator with these settings:
5.
(Optional) Connect an Ethernet cable between the server's NET MGT port and the network to which future connections to the SP and host will be made.
Configure the system for the first time through the SER MGT port. After the initial configuration, you can set up communication between the SP and host through this Ethernet interface.
9600 baud
8 bits
No parity
1 Stop bit
No handshake
6.
Connect an Ethernet cable between one of the server's NET ports and the network to which the server will communicate.
7.
Connect the power cords to the power supplies and to separate power sources.
Note - Make a serial connection to the SP prior to plugging in the power cords. After making
this serial connection, you will be able to view the system messages when you connect the power cords.
When the power cords are connected, the SP initializes and the power supply LEDs illuminate. After a few minutes, the SP login prompt is displayed on the terminal device. At this time, the host is not initialized or powered on.
8.
Continue with the installation by powering on the server for the first time.
See “Power on the Server for the First Time” on page 57.
Related Information
“Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS” on page 60
“Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM CLI)” on page 61
“Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM Web Interface)” on page 63
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Powering On the Server for the First Time

These sections include instructions for powering on the server for the first time and configuring the OS.
Step Description Links
1. Power on the server and start the Oracle ILOM
2. Configure the preinstalled OS, or install a fresh
3. (Optional) Configure the NET MGT port to use a static IP
system console.
OS.
address.

Related Information

“Preparing for Installation” on page 21
“Installing the Server” on page 25
“Cabling the Server” on page 51
“Power on the Server for the First Time” on page 57 or “Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS” on page 60
“Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS” on page 60
or “Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM Web
Interface)” on page 63
“Assign a Static IP Address to the NET MGT Port” on page 67

Power on the Server for the First Time

1.
At the terminal device, log in to the SP as root with a password of changeme.
login: root Password: changeme . . .
->
After a brief delay, the Oracle ILOM prompt is displayed (->).
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Note - The server is provided with a default Administrator account (root) and a default
password (changeme) to enable first-time login and access to Oracle ILOM. To build a secure environment, you must change the default password of the default Administrator account as soon as possible after your initial login to Oracle ILOM. If you find this default Administrator account has already been changed, contact your system administrator to obtain an Oracle ILOM user account with Administrator privileges.
For more information about the administration tasks such as changing passwords, adding accounts, and setting account privileges, refer to the Oracle ILOM documentation.
Note - By default, the SP is configured to use DHCP to obtain an IP address. If you plan
to assign a static IP address to the SP, see “Assign a Static IP Address to the NET MGT
Port” on page 67 for more instructions.
2.
Power on the server using one of the following methods:
Press the power button.
At the Oracle ILOM prompt, type:
-> start /System Are you sure you want to start /System (y/n)? y
The server initialization might take several minutes to complete.
Note - In Oracle ILOM 3.1 and later, the name space for /SYS was replaced with /System. You
can use the legacy name in a command at any time, but to expose the legacy name in the output, you must enable it with -> set /SP/cli legacy_targets=enabled. For more information, see the Oracle ILOM documentation.
3.
(Optional) Redirect the host output to display on the serial terminal device.
-> start /HOST/console Are you sure you want to start /HOST/console (y/n)? y Serial console started. . . .
4.
(Optional) You can execute other Oracle ILOM commands while the server initializes.
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a.
To display the Oracle ILOM prompt, press the #. (Hash+Dot) keys.
b.
To see information about available Oracle ILOM commands, type: help
To see information about a specific command, type help command-name
c.
To return to displaying host output from the server initialization, type:
-> start /HOST/console
5.
Continue with the installation by installing the OS.
See “Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS” on page 60.
Related Information
“Connect Server Cables” on page 55
“Oracle ILOM System Console” on page 59
“Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS” on page 60
“Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM CLI)” on page 61
“Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM Web Interface)” on page 63

Oracle ILOM System Console

Oracle ILOM System Console
When you power on the system, the boot process begins under the control of the Oracle ILOM system console. The system console displays status and error messages generated by firmware­based tests that are run during system startup.
Note - To see these status and error messages, connect a terminal or terminal emulator to the
SER MGT before applying power to the server.
After the system console finishes its low-level system diagnostics, the SP initializes and runs a suite of higher level diagnostics. When you access the SP using a device connected to the SER MGT port, you see the output of the Oracle ILOM diagnostics.
By default, the SP configures the NET MGT port automatically, retrieving network configuration settings using DHCP and allowing connections using SSH.
For a more detailed discussion on configuring the system console and connecting terminals, refer to the administration guide for your server.
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Installing the OS

Related Information

Oracle ILOM documentation
“Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS” on page 60
“Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM CLI)” on page 61
“Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM Web Interface)” on page 63
“Assign a Static IP Address to the NET MGT Port” on page 67
Installing the OS
Use these topics to either configure the preinstalled OS or use an alternative OS. To use another method to install Oracle Solaris, see Installing Oracle Solaris 11.3 Systems at: https://docs.
oracle.com/cd/E53394_01/html/E54756/index.html.
“Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS” on page 60
“Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM CLI)” on page 61
“Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM Web Interface)” on page 63

Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS

1.
When prompted, follow the onscreen instructions for configuring the Oracle Solaris OS on your host.
When configuring the Oracle Solaris OS, you will be prompted for the following configuration parameters. If you are not sure how to respond to a particular value, you can accept the default, and make future changes when the Oracle Solaris OS is running. For more information about these settings, refer to the Oracle Solaris documentation.
Parameter Description
Language Select a number from the displayed language list.
Locale Select a number from the displayed locale list.
Terminal Type Select a terminal type that corresponds with your terminal device.
Network? Select Yes.
Multiple Network Interfaces Select the network interfaces that you plan to configure. If you are not sure, select the first one in the
DHCP? Select Yes or No according to your network environment.
Host Name Type the host name for the server.
list.
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Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM CLI)

Parameter Description
IP Address Type the IP address for this Ethernet interface.
Subnet? Select Yes or No according to your network environment.
Subnet Netmask If your answer to Subnet? was Yes, type the netmask for the subnet for your network environment.
IPv6? Specify whether or not to use IPv6. If you are not sure, select No to configure the Ethernet interface
Security Policy Select either standard UNIX security (No) or Kerberos Security (Yes). If you are not sure, select No.
Confirm Review the onscreen information and change it if needed. Otherwise, continue.
Name Service Select the name service according to your network environment.
NFSv4 Domain Name Select the type of domain name configuration according to your environment. If you are not sure,
Time Zone (Continent) Select your continent.
Time Zone (Country or Region) Select your country or region.
Time Zone Select the time zone.
Date and Time Accept the default date and time, or change the values.
root Password
for IPv4.
If you select a name service other than None, you will be prompted for additional name service configuration information.
select Use the NFSv4 domain derived by the system.
Type the root password twice. This password is for the superuser account for the Oracle Solaris OS on this server. This password is not the SP password.
2.
Log in to the server.
You can now enter Oracle Solaris OS commands at the prompt. For more details, refer to the Oracle Solaris 11 OS man pages and documentation at:
http://www.oracle.com/goto/solaris11/docs
Related Information
“Power on the Server for the First Time” on page 57
Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM CLI)
If you do not plan to use the preinstalled OS, use this procedure to prevent the server from booting from the preinstalled OS.
1.
Prepare the appropriate boot media according to your installation method.
There are many methods by which you can install the OS. For example, you can boot and install the OS from USB media or from another server on the network.
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For more information about the methods, refer to these Oracle Solaris document sections:
Installing Oracle Solaris 11 Systems, comparing installation options at:
http://www.oracle.com/goto/Solaris11/docs
Oracle Solaris 10 Installation Guide: Planning for Installation and Upgrade, choosing an Oracle Solaris installation method at:
http://www.oracle.com/goto/Solaris10/docs
2.
From Oracle ILOM, set the OpenBoot auto-boot? parameter to false.
-> set /HOST/bootmode script="setenv auto-boot? false"
This setting prevents the server from booting from the preinstalled OS. When you use bootmode, the change applies only to a single boot and expires in 10 minutes if the power on the host is not reset.
3.
When you are ready to initiate the OS installation, reset the host.
-> reset /System Are you sure you want to reset /System (y/n)? y Performing reset on /System
Note - In Oracle ILOM 3.1, the name space for /SYS was replaced with /System. You can use
the legacy name in a command at any time, but to expose the legacy name in the output, you must enable it with -> set /SP/cli legacy_targets=enabled. For more information, see the Oracle ILOM 3.1 documentation.
4.
Switch communication to the server host.
-> start /HOST/console Are you sure you want to start /HOST/console (y/n)? y Serial console started. To stop, type #.
The server might take several minutes to complete POST, and then the OpenBoot prompt (ok) is displayed.
5.
Boot from the appropriate boot media for your installation method.
For more information, refer to the Oracle Solaris installation guide that corresponds to your desired release and installation method.
Installing Oracle Solaris 11 Systems, comparing installation options at:
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http://www.oracle.com/goto/solaris11/docs
For a list of valid boot commands that you can enter at the OpenBoot prompt, type:
{0} ok help boot boot <specifier> ( -- ) boot kernel ( default ) or other file Examples: boot - boot kernel from default device. Factory default is to boot from DISK if present, otherwise from NET. boot net - boot kernel from network boot cdrom - boot kernel from CD-ROM boot disk1:h - boot from disk1 partition h boot tape - boot default file from tape boot disk myunix -as - boot myunix from disk with flags "-as" dload <filename> ( addr -- ) debug load of file over network at address Examples: 4000 dload /export/root/foo/test ?go - if executable program, execute it or if Forth program, compile it
Related Information
“Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS” on page 60
“Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM CLI)” on page 61
“Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM Web Interface)” on page 63
“Assign a Static IP Address to the NET MGT Port” on page 67
Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM Web Interface)
If you do not plan to use the preinstalled OS, use this procedure to prevent the server from booting from the preinstalled OS.
1.
Prepare the appropriate boot media according to your installation method.
There are many methods by which you can install the OS. For example, you can boot and install the OS from USB media or from another server on the network. For more information about the methods, refer to Installing Oracle Solaris 11 Systems, comparing installation options at:
http://www.oracle.com/goto/solaris11/docs
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2.
If you have not done so, perform these tasks to access the Oracle ILOM web interface on the server:
a.
In a browser on the same network as the system, type the IP address.
b.
Log in to Oracle ILOM by typing your user name and password.
3.
In the Oracle ILOM web interface, in the left navigation pane, choose Host Management > Host Boot Mode.
The Host Boot Mode page is displayed.
4.
Apply these changes to the Host Boot Mode Settings:
a.
For State, select: Reset NVRAM.
This setting applies a one-time NVRAM (OpenBoot) resulting in all of the OpenBoot variables being reset to their default values after the next host reset. Setting state to reset_nvram has a ten minute expiration time, if the HOST is not reset within 10 minutes after setting state to NVRAM, the setting will expire and return to normal.
b.
For Script, type: setenv auto-boot? false
This setting configures the host to stop at the ok prompt instead of automatically booting the preinstalled OS.
c.
Click Save.
Note - You have 10 minutes to perform the next step. After 10 minutes, the state is
automatically returned to normal.
5.
In the left navigation panel, click on Host Management > Power Control.
6.
Select Reset from the pull-down menu, and click Save.
7.
In the left navigation panel, click on Remote Control > Redirection.
8.
Click Launch Remote Console.
As the host resets, messages are displayed in the serial console. The reset activity takes a few minutes to complete. When the ok prompt is displayed, continue to the next step.
9.
At the ok prompt, boot from the appropriate boot media for your installation method.
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For more information, refer to the Oracle Solaris installation guide that corresponds to your desired release and installation method.
Installing Oracle Solaris 11 Systems, comparing installation options at:
http://www.oracle.com/goto/solaris11/docs
For a list of valid boot commands that you can enter at the OpenBoot prompt, type:
{0} ok help boot boot <specifier> ( -- ) boot kernel ( default ) or other file Examples: boot - boot kernel from default device. Factory default is to boot from DISK if present, otherwise from NET. boot net - boot kernel from network boot cdrom - boot kernel from CD-ROM boot disk1:h - boot from disk1 partition h boot tape - boot default file from tape boot disk myunix -as - boot myunix from disk with flags "-as" dload <filename> ( addr -- ) debug load of file over network at address Examples: 4000 dload /export/root/foo/test ?go - if executable program, execute it or if Forth program, compile it
Related Information
“Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS” on page 60
“Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM CLI)” on page 61
“Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM Web Interface)” on page 63
“Assign a Static IP Address to the NET MGT Port” on page 67
Assigning a Static IP Address to the SP
If your network does not use DHCP, the NET MGT port is not operational until you configure network settings for the service processor.
Note - If you are unable to use DHCP on your network, you must connect to the Oracle ILOM
on the SP using the SER MGT port to configure the NET MGT port for your network. See
“Assign a Static IP Address to the NET MGT Port” on page 67.
“Log In to the SP (SER MGT Port)” on page 66
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“Assign a Static IP Address to the NET MGT Port” on page 67

Related Information

“Oracle ILOM System Console” on page 59
“Log In to the SP (SER MGT Port)” on page 66
Log In to the SP (SER MGT Port)
After the SP boots, access the Oracle ILOM CLI to configure and manage the server. The Oracle ILOM CLI prompt (->) is displayed the first time the SP is booted. The default configuration provides an Oracle ILOM CLI root user account. The default root password is changeme. Change the password using the Oracle ILOM CLI password command.
Note - The server is provided with a default Administrator account (root) and a default
password (changeme) to enable first-time login and access to Oracle ILOM. To build a secure environment, you must change the default password of the default Administrator account as soon as possible after your initial login to Oracle ILOM. If you find this default Administrator account has already been changed, contact your system administrator to obtain an Oracle ILOM user account with Administrator privileges.
1.
If this is the first time the server has been powered on, use the password command to change the root password.
hostname login: root Password: Last login: Mon Feb 18 16:53:14 GMT 2016 on ttyS0 Detecting screen size; please wait...done  Oracle(R) Integrated Lights Out Manager  Version 3.2.x.x rxxxxx  Copyright (c) 2016, Oracle and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Warning: password is set to factory default. 
-> set /SP/users/root password Enter new password: ******** Enter new password again: ******** 
->
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Note - After the root password has been set, on subsequent reboots, the Oracle ILOM CLI
login prompt is displayed.
2.
Use the new password for all subsequent root log ins.
Related Information
Server Administration
Oracle ILOM documentation
Assign a Static IP Address to the NET MGT Port
If you plan to connect to the SP through its NET MGT port, the SP must have a valid IP address.
By default, the server is configured to obtain an IP address from DHCP services in your network. If the network your server is connected to does not support DHCP for IP addressing, perform this procedure.
Note - To configure the server to support DHCP, refer to the Oracle ILOM documentation.
1.
Set the SP to accept a static IP address.
->set /SP/network pendingipdiscovery=static Set 'pendingipdiscovery' to 'static'
2.
Set the IP address for the SP.
a.
To change the default IPv4 DHCP property and set property values for a static IPv4 address, type:
->set /SP/network pendingipaddress=IPv4-address Set 'pendingipaddress' to 'IPv4-address'
b.
To change the default IPv6 DHCP property and set property values for a static IPv6 address, type:
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->set /SP/network/ipv6 pending_static_ipaddress=IPv6-IP-address Set 'pendingipaddress' to 'IPv6-IP-address'
3.
Commit the changes to the IP address.
-> set /SP/network commitpending=true Set 'commitpending' to 'true'
4.
Set the netmask for the SP.
-> set /SP/network pendingipnetmask=255.255.255.0 Set 'pendingipnetmask' to '255.255.255.0'
This example uses 255.255.255.0 to set the netmask. Your network environment subnet might require a different netmask. Use a netmask number most appropriate to your environment.
5.
Verify that the parameters were set correctly.
This example shows parameters that have been set to convert a SP from a DHCP configuration to a static configuration.
-> show /SP/network -display properties /SP/network Targets: Properties: commitpending = (Cannot show property) dhcp_clientid = xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx dhcp_server_ip = xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx ipaddress = xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx ipdiscovery = dhcp ipgateway = xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx ipnetmask = 255.255.255.0 macaddress = xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx managementport = MGMT outofbandmacaddress = xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx pendingipaddress = service-processor-IPaddr pendingipdiscovery = static pendingipgateway = gateway-IPaddr pendingipnetmask = 255.255.255.0 pendingmanagementport = MGMT sidebandmacaddress = xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx state = enabled
->
6.
Set the changes to the SP network parameters.
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-> set /SP/network commitpending=true Set 'commitpending' to 'true'
Note - You can type the show /SP/network command again to verify that the parameters have
been updated.
7.
Set the static IP address when you configure the Oracle Solaris OS.
See “Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS” on page 60.
Related Information
Server Administration
“Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS” on page 60
“Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM CLI)” on page 61
“Reach a State to Install a Fresh OS (Oracle ILOM Web Interface)” on page 63
Oracle ILOM documentation
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Index

A
AC OK LED, location of, 13 acoustic specifications, 17 admin login, setting password for, 66 airflow
airflow guidelines, 18
clearance, 15 altitude specification, 17 anti-tilt legs or bar, 29
B
baud rate for serial terminal, 55 bits setting for serial terminal, 55
C
cabling
required connections, 51 chassis, aligning mounting bracket with, 30 clearance service, 15 conceptual overview, 9 configuring
information required, 55
Oracle Solaris, 60 confirming specifications, 15 cooling fans, 11 CPU description, 11 current specifications, 16
DIMMs description, 11 drives, 11 DVD drive, 11
E
electrical specifications, 16 elevation specification, 17 environmental specifications, 17 ESD precautions, 23 Ethernet ports, 11, 13 external cables, connecting, 51
F
frequency specification, 16 front panel conponents, 12
G
gateway IP address, 55
H
handling precautions, 22 handshaking for serial terminal, 55 heat dissipation specification, 16 height specification, 15 humidity specification, 17
D
depth specification, 15
I
I/O expansion, 11
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installing
optional components, 26 server into rack, 25 task overview, 10
IP address
gateway, 55
L
LEDs
AC OK, 13 Locator button, 11 Main Power/OK, 12 Power button/OK, 12 Power Supply Fault, 11 Service Required, 12 SP OK/Fault, 12
logging into SP
using SER MGT port, 66
M
Main Power/OK LED, 12 memory
description, 11 DIMMs, 11
mounting brackets, installing, 30
N
NET MGT port location, 13 netmask, 55
O
optional components, installation instructions, 26 Oracle ILOM, 59 Oracle Solaris
configuration parameters, 60 configuring the preinstalled OS, 60 installing a fresh OS (Oracle ILOM CLI), 61
installing a fresh OS (Oracle ILOM web interface), 63
Overtemp LED
location of, 12
P
parity for serial terminal, 55 password command, 66 PCIe cards, 11 PCIe cards, slot locations, 11 physical specifications, 15 pinouts, SER MGT, 53 ports, 51 Power button, location of, 12 power calculator, 16 power specifications, 16 power supplies, 11
LEDs, 13
power inlet, 13 Power Supply Fault LED, location of, 13 precautions, handling, 22
R
rack
compatibility, 26
mounting holes, supported, 26
specifications, 26
stabilizing, 29 rackmount
anti-tilt legs or bar, extending, 29
kit, 25
racks, supported, 26
safety warnings, 27
stabilizing the rack, 29, 46 rear panel components, 13
S
SER MGT port
initial power on, 55
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pinouts, 53 serial crossover cable, 53 serial terminal settings, 55 server overview, 9 service clearance, 15 service processor
show command, 67 Service Required LED, 12 shipping kit contents, 21 show command, 67 site planning specifications, 15 Software in Silicon, 9 SP
accessing with SER MGT port, 66 SP OK/Fault LED, 12 specifications
acoustic, 17
altitude, 17
confirming, 15
current, 16
electrical, 16
elevation, 17
environmental, 17
frequency, 16
heat dissipation, 16
humidity, 17
physical, 15
power, 16
temperature, 17
vibration, 17
voltage, 16 status LEDs, locations of, 13 stop bit, 55 storage devices, 11
rear, 13
V
vibration specifications, 17 voltage specifications, 16
W
weight specification, 15 width specification, 15
T
temperature specifications, 17 tool-less slide-rail assemblies, installing, 34
U
USB ports, 11
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