Oracle sun X4-8 Installation Manual

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Sun Server X4-8 Installation Guide

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December 2015
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Sun Server X4-8 Installation Guide
Part No: E40305-07
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Contents

Using This Documentation ................................... ..............................................  9
Installation Procedure Overview .................................................. .....................  13
Server Features and Components ......................... .................... .......................  15
Front Panel Features ........................ ..............................................................  15
Front Indicator Module ................. .................... .....................................  16
Power Supply Controls and Indicators .............................. .................... .....  17
Fan Module Controls and Indicators .........................................................  18
Back Panel Features .... ..................................................................... .............. 19
Back Panel Status Indicators and Buttons .......................................... ........  21
Storage Controls and Indicators ....... .................... ....................................  22
Server Supported Components . ..................................................................... ...  22
Managing Your Server ......... .................... ..........................................................  25
Multiple Server Management Tools ............................................................... ...  25
Single Server Management Tools ......................................... ............................  25
Oracle System Assistant .............................................. .................... ...............  26
Oracle ILOM .......................................... ......................................................  26
Oracle Hardware Management Pack ......... .................... ....................................  27
UEFI BIOS .. ..................................................................... ...........................  27
Preparing to Install the Server ... ..................................................................... ..  31
Server Specifications ............... ..................................................................... .. 31
Physical Specifications .......................... .................................................  31
Electrical Specifications .............................................. ............................ 32
Environmental Requirements ............................ .................... ...................  32
Ventilation Guidelines ........................................................... .................... .....  33
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ESD Precautions ................................. .................... ......................................  34
Optional Component Installation ................................ ......................................  34
Rack Installation Instructions ............................ .................... ...........................  35
Safety Precautions .... .................... .................................................................  35
Rack Compatibility ........................ .................... ............................................  36
▼ Unpack the Server and Inventory the Contents ..............................................  37
▼ Install Shelf Rails and Back Mounting Brackets ................................. ............  40
▼ Install Shipping Bracket (Optional) ....................... ......................................  45
▼ Install the Server into the Rack ......................... .......................................... 47
Cabling the Server ................................................. .................... .......................  49
Back Panel Connectors and Ports .................... .................................................  49
▼ Cable the Server .............................................................. .................... ....  50
Connecting to Oracle ILOM ..................................... .......................................... 53
Oracle ILOM Hardware and Interfaces ..................................... .........................  54
Oracle ILOM Network Defaults ..... .................... ..............................................  54
▼ Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Local Serial Connection .................................  55
▼ Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Remote Ethernet Connection ..........................  55
▼ Modify IPv4 Network Settings From the Oracle ILOM CLI .............................  57
▼ Modify IPv6 Network Settings From the Oracle ILOM CLI .............................  60
▼ Modify Network Settings From the Oracle ILOM Web Interface .............. .........  63
▼ Test IPv4 or IPv6 Network Configuration From the Oracle ILOM CLI ...............  65
▼ Test IPv4 or IPv6 Network Configuration From the Oracle ILOM Web
Interface ................................... .................................................................... 66
▼ Exit Oracle ILOM ............... .................... .................................................  67
Troubleshooting the Service Processor Connection ..............................................  68
▼ Reset the Service Processor Using Oracle ILOM ................ .................... 68
▼ Reset the Service Processor Using the SP Reset Switch .. .................... .....  68
▼ Recover Root Account Password .................................. ......................  69
Setting Up Software and Firmware Using Oracle System Assistant .................. 71
Launching Oracle System Assistant .......................................................... ........  71
▼ Launch Oracle System Assistant Using the Oracle ILOM Web Interface ......  72
▼ Launch Oracle System Assistant Locally ..............................................  74
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▼ Prepare Oracle System Assistant .................................................................  76
Preparing the Server for OS Installation ...................................................... ......  77
▼ Prepare the Server for OS Installation ..................................................  78
Configure Storage Drives for OS Installation ................................. ................... 81
Storage Drive Configuration ....................................... .....................................  81
Configuring RAID Using Oracle System Assistant ................................ ..............  83
▼ Configure RAID With a Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe Internal HBA ...........  83
▼ Configure RAID With a Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe RAID Internal
HBA ................................... ................................................................  92
Configuring RAID Using the BIOS RAID Configuration Utilities ......................... 101
Configuring RAID Using the BIOS With the Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe
Internal HBA ............. .................... .....................................................  101
Configuring RAID Using the BIOS With the Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe
RAID Internal HBA ...... ..................................................................... ..  104
Set Up an Operating System and Drivers .................................................  117
Configuring the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS .............................. ................  119
Preparing for the Oracle Solaris Configuration ..................................... .............  119
Preinstalled Oracle Solaris Operating System RAID Limitations ...................  120
Oracle Solaris OS Configuration Worksheet .................. ...........................  120
▼ Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris 11 Operating System ........................ 122
Reinstalling the Oracle Solaris Operating System ............ ..................................  124
Oracle Solaris 11 Operating System Documentation ...........................................  125
Configuring the Preinstalled Oracle VM 3.X Software ....................... ..............  127
Preinstalled Oracle VM Server Compatiblitiy Requirements ................................  127
Oracle VM Configuration Worksheet ......... .....................................................  128
▼ Configure the Preinstalled Oracle VM Server ..............................................  128
Oracle VM Documentation ....................................... .....................................  132
Configuring the Preinstalled Oracle Linux OS ................................................  133
Oracle Linux Configuration Worksheet ........... .................... .............................  133
▼ Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Linux OS ..................................... ...........  134
▼ Register and Update Your Oracle Linux OS .................. ..............................  137
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Getting Server Firmware and Software ........ ...................................................  139
Firmware and Software Updates ........................................................ ............. 139
Firmware and Software Access Options .............................. .............................  140
Available Software Release Packages .................. ............................................  140
Accessing Firmware and Software .......................................................... ........  141
▼ Download Firmware and Software Using My Oracle Support . .................  141
Installing Updates ........................ .................... ............................................  142
Installing Firmware ................................... ...........................................  142
Installing Hardware Drivers and OS Tools .. .............................................  143
Controlling System Power .................................................................. ............. 145
Powering the Server On and Off ................................................ ....................  145
▼ Power Off Host Using the Power Button ........... .................................. 146
▼ Power On Host Using the Power Button ................ .............................  146
▼ Power Host On and Off Using Oracle ILOM ............. .................... ......  147
Troubleshooting Installation Issues .......................... ......................................  149
Troubleshooting and Diagnostic References ............................................. .........  149
Technical Support Information Worksheet ......... .................... ...........................  149
Locating the Server Serial Number .... .............................................................  150
Index ................................... ..................................................................... ........  151
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Using This Documentation

This section describes how to get the latest firmware, software, and documentation for Oracle's Sun Server X4-8. It also provides feedback links and a document change history.
“Sun Server X4-8 Model Naming Convention” on page 9
“Getting the Latest Firmware and Software” on page 9
“Documentation and Feedback” on page 10
“About This Documentation” on page 10
“Contributors” on page 10
“Change History” on page 10

Sun Server X4-8 Model Naming Convention

The Sun Server X4-8 name identifies the following:
X identifies an x86 product.
The first number, 4, identifies the generation of the server.
The second number, 8, identifies the number of processors.

Getting the Latest Firmware and Software

Firmware, drivers, and other hardware-related software for each Oracle x86 server, server (blade), and blade chassis are updated periodically.
You can obtain the latest version in one of the following ways:
Oracle System Assistant – This is a new factory-installed option for Sun Oracle x86 servers. It has all the tools and drivers you need and resides on a USB drive installed in most servers.
My Oracle Support – https://support.oracle.com
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Documentation and Feedback

Documentation and Feedback
Documentation Link
All Oracle products
Sun Server X4-8
Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM). Refer to the documentation for your supported version of Oracle ILOM as listed in the Product Notes.
Oracle Hardware Management Pack. Refer to the documentation for your supported version of Oracle HMP as listed in the Product Notes.
Provide feedback on this documentation at: http://www.oracle.com/goto/docfeedback.

About This Documentation

https://docs.oracle.com
http://www.oracle.com/goto/X4-8/docs
http://www.oracle.com/goto/ILOM/docs
http://www.oracle.com/goto/ohmp/docs
The information in this documentation set is presented in topic-based format (similar to online help) and therefore does not include chapters, appendixes, or section numbering.

Contributors

Primary Authors: Ray Angelo, Michael Bechler, Cynthia Chin-Lee, Lisa Kuder, Mark McGothigan, Ralph Woodley.
Contributors: William Schweickert, Anthony Villamor, Mick Tabor, Richard Masoner, Tamra Smith-Wasel, Denise Silverman.

Change History

The following lists the release history of this documentation set:
April 2014. Initial publication.
June 2014. Changes for product release.
July 2014. Revised procedures and topics, and added illustrations to the service manual. Added content and made editorial improvements to other manuals.
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September 2014. Added warm service for CMOD components, updates for Linux Fault Management Architecture (FMA), and added issues to Product Notes.
December 2014. Added content to Product Notes and made editorial improvements to Installation Guide.
August 2015. Added content for updated IPv6 configuration in Oracle ILOM.
December 2015. Technical updates.
Change History
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Installation Procedure Overview

The following table summarizes the tasks that you must perform to properly install the server.
Step Description Links
1 Review the Sun Server X4-8 Product Notes for any
late-breaking information about the server.
2 Prepare to install the server. “Preparing to Install the Server” on page 31
3 Review the server features. “Server Features and Components” on page 15
4 Install any separately shipped optional
components.
5 Review procedures for getting server firmware and
software.
6 Install the server into a rack. “Rack Installation Instructions” on page 35
7 Attach data cables and power cords to the server. “Cabling the Server” on page 49
8 Set up your system software and firmware using
Oracle System Assistant.
9 Connect to Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager
(ILOM).
10 Prepare server drives and configure RAID. “Configure Storage Drives for OS
11 If applicable, configure a preinstalled operating
system.
12 If applicable, install one of the following operating
systems or virtual machine software.
http://www.oracle.com/goto/X4-8/docs
Sun Server X4-8 Service Manual
“Getting Server Firmware and Software” on page 139
“Launching Oracle System Assistant” on page 71
“Connecting to Oracle ILOM” on page 53
Installation” on page 81
“Configuring the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris
OS” on page 119
“Configuring the Preinstalled Oracle Linux
OS” on page 133
“Configuring the Preinstalled Oracle VM 3.X
Software” on page 127
Sun Server X4-8 Installation Guide for Linux Operating Systems
Sun Server X4-8 Installation Guide for Oracle Solaris Operating System
Sun Server X4-8 Installation Guide for Oracle VM Server
Sun Server X4-8 Installation Guide for Microsoft Windows
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Step Description Links
Sun Server X4-8 Installation Guide for VMware ESXi
13 Review procedures for controlling system power. “Controlling System Power” on page 145
14 Troubleshoot installation issues. “Troubleshooting Installation
Issues” on page 149
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Server Features and Components

This section describes Oracle's Sun Server X4-8 hardware. It includes the following topics:
Description Links
Locate status indicators, connectors, and storage drives on the server front and back panels.
Review server features and components. “Server Supported Components” on page 22
Review server management software. “Managing Your Server” on page 25

Front Panel Features

The following figure shows the Sun Server X4-8 front panel and describes its components:
“Front Panel Features” on page 15
“Back Panel Features” on page 19
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Front Panel Features
Callout Description
1 Front indicator module
2 Power supplies 0 (bottom) through 3 (top)
3 Fan modules FM 0 through FM 7:
■ Top row: 1, 3, 5, 7
■ Bottom row: 0, 2, 4, 6

Front Indicator Module

The following figure shows the controls and indicators on the front indicator module:
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Callout Description
1 Chassis locator button and indicator
2 Chassis fault indicator
3 Power OK indicator
4 Recessed power button
5 Service processor OK indicator
6 Chassis temperature fault indicator
7 Chassis back fault indicator
8 CMOD fault indicators 0 - 7 (from left to right)
Note - The server contains either four or eight CMODs (compute modules),
located behind the fans, and designated from left to right as CMOD 0 through CMOD 7. Each CMOD has a corresponding indicator.
Front Panel Features
Note - For details on system power and the related controls and indicators, see “Controlling
System Power” on page 145.

Power Supply Controls and Indicators

The following figure shows the power supply controls and indicators:
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Front Panel Features
Callout Description
1 PSU fault/locate indicator
2 PSU OK indicator (power to host is OK)
3 PSU AC OK indicator (AC input power is OK)
4 Release latch

Fan Module Controls and Indicators

The following figure shows the controls and indicators on the fan module:
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Callout Description
1 Fault indicator
2 OK indicator
3 Release latch

Back Panel Features

Back Panel Features
The following figure shows the Sun Server X4-8 back panel and describes its components.
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Back Panel Features
Callout Description
1 DB-15 video port
2 USB 2.0 ports (2)
3 Net management port
4 Serial management port
5 Status indicators
6 HDD/SSD slots 0 through 7:
■ Top row : 7, 5, 3, 1
■ Bottom row: 6, 4, 2, 0
7 PCIe card slots 1 through16:
■ PCIe 1 is on the right
■ PCIe 16 is on the left
PCIe cards are mounted on dual PCIe card carriers (DPCC). Each DPCC houses two PCIe slots.
8 Net 0 port
9 Net 1 port
10 AC inputs with cable clips (0 through 3 ):
■ AC input 3 is on top
■ AC input 0 is on the bottom
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Back Panel Status Indicators and Buttons

The following figure shows the back panel indicators and buttons.
Back Panel Features
Callout Description
1 Non-maskable interrupt (NMI) button - Used by Oracle service personnel.
2 Reset button - Used by Oracle service personnel.
3 Locate button/indicator - Used to identify the server. For details, see the Oracle
4 Chassis Fault indicator - For details, refer to Sun Server X4-8 Service Manual.
5 Power/OK (Green indicator) - For details, see “Controlling System
6 SP OK (Green indicator) - Steady on if SP is operating, blinks while SP is
7 SP reset button - Used by Oracle service personnel.
8 SMOD fault indicator- Indicates a system module (SMOD) fault (Amber)
9 HBA fault indicator - Indicates a host bus adaptor (HBA) fault (Amber)
ILOM Documentation Library at:
http://www.oracle.com/goto/ILOM/docs
Power” on page 145.
booting, off if SP has no power.
Note - For details on system power and the related controls and indicators, see “Controlling
System Power” on page 145.
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Server Supported Components

Storage Controls and Indicators

The following figure shows the storage controls and indicators:
Callout Description
1 OK indicator (Green)
2 Fault indicator (Amber)
3 Ready to remove indicator (Blue)
4 Storage drive release button
5 Storage drive lever
Server Supported Components
The following table lists and describes the components that are supported in the Sun Server X4­8:
Component Description
CPU module (CMOD) Four or eight CPU modules, each with one Intel Xeon® E7-8895 V2 processor.
Supported configurations:
■ Four CPU modules installed in slots 0 through 3
■ Eight CPU modules installed in slots 0 through 7
For the latest information on CPU specifications, go to the Sun x86 servers web site and navigate to the Sun Server X4-8 page:
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Server Supported Components
Component Description
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/server-storage/sun-x86/overview/index.html
Memory Up to 192 DIMMs (24 per CPU module)
16GB DDR3 ECC Registered DIMMs or 32GB DDR3 Registered ECC LRDIMMs
6 TB maximum memory capacity
Storage devices Eight 2.5-inch back accessible, hot swappable SAS-2 hard disk drives (HDDs) or eight 2.5-inch eMLC SATA-3
solid state drives (SSDs) for up to 9.6 TB of internal storage
USB 2.0 ports Four USB ports (two external, two internal)
VGA ports One VGA 1280 x1024 8MB @ 60 Hz graphics controller port
PCI Express 3.0 I/O slots Eight dual PCIe card carriers (DPCC) each with two PCIe 3.0 card slots
Sixteen PCIe 3.0 slots (eight x8 slots, eight x16 slots) hot-swappable using DPCC
PCI Express I/O cards For a list of customer-orderable I/O cards, go to the Sun x86 servers web site and navigate to the Sun Server
X4-8 page:
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/server-storage/sun-x86/overview/index.html
Ethernet ports Two 1 Gbps onboard Ethernet ports
Service processor Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager uses an Emulex Pilot 3 baseboard management controller (BMC). It
provides:
■ Remote Keyboard, Video, Mouse redirection
■ Full remote management through command-line, IPMI, and browser interfaces
■ Remote media capability (DVD, CD, ISO image)
■ Advanced power management and monitoring
■ Active Directory, LDAP, RADIUS support
■ Dual ILOM flash
■ Signed ILOM
Power supplies Four redundant, hot-swappable front accessible power supplies
Cooling fans Eight hot-swappable, redundant fan modules at chassis front; redundant fans in each power supply
Operating systems ■ Oracle Solaris (preinstall option)
■ Oracle Linux (preinstall option)
■ Oracle VM (preinstall option)
■ Red Hat Enterprise Linux
■ SuSE Linux Enterprise Server
■ Microsoft Windows Server
■ VMware ESXi
For more information on software go to:
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/server-storage/oracle-x86/overview/index.html
Management software The following options are available:
■ Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM) on the service processor.
■ Oracle System Assistant (OSA) on an optional internal USB flash drive.
■ Oracle Enterprise Management Ops Center, downloadable from the Oracle site.
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Managing Your Server

After you have installed your server, you can manage it using multiple server management tools or single server management tools.
“Multiple Server Management Tools” on page 25
“Single Server Management Tools” on page 25

Multiple Server Management Tools

Oracle provides several tools for managing multiple servers. These tools include:
If your server is one of many x86 and SPARC servers that you want to manage from a single interface, you can use the Oracle Enterprise Manager Ops Center. For more details, refer to http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/oem/ops-center/index.html.
If you want to monitor your enterprise servers, you can take advantage of Sun Management Center. For more details, refer to http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/systems/
patches/sysmgmt/smc-jsp-138444.html.
If you already have third-party system management tools, the servers can integrate with many third-party tools. For more details, refer to http://www.oracle.com/goto/system-
management.

Single Server Management Tools

The following table lists the tools available for managing a single server:
“Oracle System Assistant” on page 26
Preinstalled. Embedded on a USB drive inside the server. No installation required.
The tool boots on the host. It has a graphical user interface and includes files that can be
Install supported operating systems and locally or remotely configure and update server hardware.
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Oracle System Assistant

“Oracle ILOM” on page 26
“Oracle Hardware Management Pack” on page 27
“UEFI BIOS” on page 27
For more details on about these tools, see the Oracle x86 Administration Guide for X4 Series Servers at: http://www.oracle.com/goto/x86AdminDiag/docs
accessed from the host operating system using a file browser.
Preinstalled service processor (SP) utility. No installation required. Some initial configuration is required.
Operates independently of the host.
Provides a web interface and a command-line interface (CLI).
Add-on software pack. Get it from Oracle System Assistant or download from http://
www.oracle.com/goto/system-management.
Provides commands and agents that operate at the operating system level, and can be used across multiple systems.
Accessed by booting system and interrupting the boot process. Provides a simple graphical user interface.
Configure and manage server components locally or remotely. Connect to a dedicated network port, a sideband port, or a local serial port.
Monitor hardware through the host operating system, either remotely using SNMP or locally using command-line interface tools.
Provides hardware-level management of system functionality.
Oracle System Assistant
Oracle System Assistant is a task-based server provisioning tool that allows you to perform initial server setup and maintenance for Oracle x86 servers. Using Oracle System Assistant, you can install a supported Oracle Solaris, Oracle VM, Linux, or Windows operating system, update your server to the latest software release, and configure server hardware. Oracle System Assistant is a factory-installable option available when you purchase your server. If your server includes Oracle System Assistant, it resides on an internal USB flash drive.

Oracle ILOM

Oracle ILOM is a built-in feature of your server used to monitor and manage server module components.
Oracle ILOM software functions include:
Configuring network information
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Viewing and editing hardware configurations for the SP
Monitoring vital system information and viewing logged events
Managing Oracle ILOM user accounts
You can access the server SP in either of the following ways:
“Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Remote Ethernet Connection” on page 55
“Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Local Serial Connection” on page 55

Oracle Hardware Management Pack

Oracle Hardware Management Pack (HMP) provides a family of command-line interface (CLI) tools for managing your servers, and an SNMP monitoring agent.
You can use the Oracle Server CLI tools to configure Oracle servers. The CLI tools work with Oracle Solaris, Oracle Linux, Oracle VM, other variants of Linux, and Windows operating systems. They can be scripted to support multiple servers, as long as the servers are of the same type.
With the Hardware Management Agent SNMP Plugins, you can use SNMP to monitor Oracle servers and server modules from the operating system using a single host IP address. This prevents you from having to connect to two management points (Oracle ILOM and the host).
The Hardware Management Agent fetches and pushes information to and from Oracle ILOM. The SNMP Plugins provides an industry-standard SNMP user interface.
Use Oracle Linux Fault Management Architecture (FMA) host-based command-line interface to view and act on faults from the host operating system using fault management commands similar to those available from the Oracle ILOM Fault Management shell. The Oracle Linux FMA software is available starting with Oracle HMP 2.3 and supported for the Sun Server X4-8 running Oracle Linux 6.5 or later with system software 1.1.0 or later.
Oracle Hardware Management Pack

UEFI BIOS

For more details on Oracle Hardware Management Pack, refer to:
http://www.oracle.com/goto/OHMP/docs
The Sun Server X4-8 is equipped with Unified Extensible Firmware Interface-compatible BIOS (UEFI BIOS), which avoids many of the limitations of legacy BIOS. However some operating
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UEFI BIOS
systems cannot boot in UEFI boot mode, so UEFI BIOS provides the ability to select between UEFI and legacy boot modes. The default is legacy boot mode.
If you change boot modes, the boot candidates from the previous mode disappear. The boot candidates from the new mode appear after you issue the BIOS Save Changes and Reset command. Use the Oracle ILOM BIOS Backup and Restore function to preserve the configuration in case you want to switch back. For information about Oracle ILOM, refer to your Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM) documentation at: http://www.oracle.
com/goto/ILOM/docs.
The table below describes the BIOS boot modes.
Boot Mode Description
Legacy Boot Mode Choose legacy boot mode to allow host bus adapters (HBAs) to use option
ROMs, when software or adapters do not have UEFI drivers, or the system is using option ROM.
Legacy boot mode is the default boot mode. In legacy boot mode, only boot candidates that support legacy boot mode appear in the BIOS Setup Utility screens in the Boot Options Priority list.
Note - Once you choose a boot mode and install an operating system, if you
reboot the server and select a different boot mode, the installed image is not accessible and cannot be used.
UEFI Boot Mode Choose UEFI boot mode to use UEFI drivers when software and
adapters have UEFI drivers. UEFI boot mode is manually selected during setup. For instructions for making the selection, refer to the Oracle x86 Administration Guide for X4 Series Servers at http://www.oracle.com/
goto/x86AdminDiag/docs.
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In UEFI boot mode, only boot candidates that support UEFI boot mode appear on the BIOS Setup Utility screens in the Boot Options Priority list.
The following list shows the minimum operating system versions required to support UEFI boot mode:
■ Oracle Solaris 11.1
■ Oracle Linux 6.x
■ Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.x
■ SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 SP3
■ Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 and Microsoft Windows Server 2012
■ VMware ESXi 5.x
All other operating systems must use legacy boot mode. For an up-to-date list, refer to Sun Server X4-8 Product Notes.
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UEFI BIOS
Boot Mode Description
Note - Once you choose a boot mode and install an operating system, if you
reboot the server and select a different boot mode, the installed image is not accessible and cannot be used.
For more details on UEFI BIOS, see the Oracle x86 Administration Guide for X4 Series Servers at: http://www.oracle.com/goto/x86AdminDiag/docs
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Preparing to Install the Server

This section provides the information you need to know before you install the server into a rack. It includes:
Description Links
Review the server physical, electrical, and environmental specifications.
Review ventilation and cooling requirements for the rackmounted server.
Review ESD requirements and take safety precautions. “ESD Precautions” on page 34
Install any optional components into the server. “Optional Component Installation” on page 34

Server Specifications

This section includes physical, electrical and environmental specifications for the system.
“Server Specifications” on page 31
“Ventilation Guidelines” on page 33

Physical Specifications

The following table lists the physical specifications for the Sun Server X4-8.
Parameter Value
Height 5U / 219.25 mm (8.63 in.)
Width 445 mm (17.5 in.)
Depth 834 mm (32.8 in.)
Weight 114 kg (250 lbs)
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Electrical Specifications

The following table lists the electrical specifications for the Sun Server X4-8.
Note - For up-to-date information on power consumption, go to the Sun x86 Servers web site
and navigate to the Sun Server X4-8 page:
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/server-storage/sun-x86/overview/index.html
Parameter Value
Nominal input frequencies 50/60 Hz
Operating input voltage range 200-240 VAC
Rated input current 23A @ 200 to 230 VAC
12A max per cord
Maximum power consumption 3400 W
Maximum heat output 11600 BTU/Hr

Environmental Requirements

The following table lists the environmental requirements for the Sun Server X4-8.
Parameter Value
Operating temperature (single, non-rack system) At sea level: 5° C to 35° C (41° F to 95° F)
At altitude: 5° C to 31° C (41° F to 88° F)
Operating temperature 5° C to 35° C (4° F to 95° F)
Non-operating temperature -40 °C to 70 °C (-40 °F to 158° F)
Operating humidity 10% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Non-operating humidity Up to 93% relative humidity, non-condensing
Operating altitude Up to 3,000 m (9,840 ft), maximum ambient temperature
Non-operating altitude 0 m to 12,000 m (0 ft to 40,000 ft)
Acoustic noise Acoustic noise: 7.7 B operating, 6.8 B idling - (LwAd: 1
is derated by 1 degree C per 300m above 900 m, except in China where regulations may limit installations to a maximum altitude of 2,000 m
B=10 dB)
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Ventilation Guidelines

Rackmount servers and equipment, including the Sun Server X4-8, typically draw cool air in from the front of the rack and let warm air out the back of the rack. There is no airflow requirement for the left and right sides due to front-to-back cooling.
Air conditioning facilities usually do not precisely monitor or control temperature and humidity throughout an entire computer room. Generally, monitoring is done at individual points corresponding to multiple exhaust vents in the main unit, and other units in the room.
Special consideration should be paid to humidity when using underfloor ventilation. When underfloor ventilation is used, monitoring is done at each point close to an exhaust vent. Distribution of the temperature and humidity across the entire room is uneven.
The Sun Server X4-8 has been designed to function while installed in a natural convection airflow. The following requirements must be followed to meet the environmental specification:
Ensure that there is adequate airflow through the system.
Ensure that air intake is at the front of the system, and the air outlet is at the back of the system.
Allow a minimum clearance of 1,232 mm (48.5 inches) at the front of the system, and 914 mm (36 inches) at the back of the system for ventilation.
Ensure unobstructed airflow through the chassis. The server uses internal fans that can achieve a total airflow of 100 CFM in normal operating conditions.
Ensure that air temperature rise through the server is no greater than 68°F (20°C).
Ensure that inlet air enters at the front of the server and exits from the back.
Ensure that ventilation openings such as cabinet doors, for both the inlet and exhaust of the server are not obstructed. For example, Oracle's Sun Rack II has been optimized for cooling. Both the front and back doors have 80 percent perforations that provide a high level of airflow through the rack.
Ensure that front and back clearance of the server allow a minimum of 1 inch (25.4 mm) at the front of the server and 3.15 inch (80 mm) at the back of the server when mounted.
These clearance values are based on the inlet and exhaust impedance (available open area) stated above and assume a uniform distribution of the open area across the inlet and exhaust areas. These values also improve cooling performance.
Ventilation Guidelines
Note - The combination of inlet and exhaust restrictions such as cabinet doors and the
spacing of the server from the doors can affect the cooling performance of the server. You must evaluate these restrictions. server placement is particularly important for high­temperature environments.
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ESD Precautions

Take care to prevent recirculation of exhaust air within a rack or cabinet.
Manage cables to minimize interference with the server exhaust vent.
ESD Precautions
Electronic equipment is susceptible to damage from static electricity. Use the following precautions when you install or service the server.
Use a grounded antistatic wrist strap, foot strap, or equivalent safety equipment.
Place components on an antistatic surface, such as an static discharge mat, an antistatic bag, or a disposable antistatic mat.
Caution - Equipment damage. Electrostatic damage can permanently disable the system or
require repair by authorized service technicians.

Optional Component Installation

Standard system components are installed at the factory. Optional components that you purchased independent of the standard configuration are shipped separately, and in most cases they should be installed before you install the server in a rack.
The following optional components can be ordered and purchased separately:
PCIe cards
DDR3 DIMM memory kits
Storage drives
Software media
To install optional components, refer to the service labels on the top cover of the CPU Module (CMOD) or the System Module (SMOD) and to the component service procedures in the Sun
Server X4-8 Service Manual.
Supported components and their part numbers are subject to change over time and without notice. For the most up-to-date list, go to:
https://support.oracle.com/handbook_private/
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Rack Installation Instructions

This section provides instructions for placing the server into a rack using the shelf rail assembly in the rack mount kit. Perform these procedures if the rail assembly is purchased.
The Sun Server X4-8 does not have slide rails. Once it is installed in the rack, you cannot slide it out without uninstalling it. However almost all components can be accessed from the front or back without uninstalling it.
Note - In this guide, the term rack means either an open rack or a closed cabinet.
Description Links
Review safety precautions. “Safety Precautions” on page 35
Review the compatibility requirements for your rack. “Rack Compatibility” on page 36
Unpack the server and inventory the contents “Unpack the Server and Inventory the
Add or remove shipping brackets (optional) “Install Shipping Bracket (Optional)” on page 45
Install the server into a rack. “Install the Server into the Rack” on page 47
Contents” on page 37

Safety Precautions

This section describes safety precautions you must follow when installing the server into a rack.
Caution - Equipment damage or personal injury. Always load equipment into a rack from the
bottom up so that the rack does not become top-heavy and tip over. Deploy your rack's anti-tilt device to prevent the rack from tipping during equipment installation.
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Rack Compatibility

Caution - Component damage. 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. Always install the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified for the server. For server environmental requirements, see
“Environmental Requirements” on page 32.
Caution - Equipment damage. Install the equipment in a rack so that the amount of airflow
required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
Caution - Circuit overloading. Give consideration to the connection of the equipment to
the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on over-current protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate power ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
Caution - Equipment damage. Maintain reliable earthing. Pay particular attention to supply
connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (for example, use of power strips).
The following table shows images that appear on the equipment to provide additional warnings.
Graphic Description
Rack Compatibility
Check that your rack is compatible with the shelf rail assembly and back brackets. These components are compatible with equipment racks that meet the standards listed in the following table.
This sign warns you to avoid placing your hand in a place where you might receive an electric shock.
This sign warns you to avoid lifting the server, and to use a mechanical lift instead.
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Unpack the Server and Inventory the Contents

Item Requirement
Structure Four-post rack (mounting at both front and back). Two-
Rack horizontal opening and unit vertical pitch Conforms to ANSI/EIA 310-D-1992 or IEC 60927
Distance between front and back mounting planes Minimum 610 mm and maximum 915 mm (24 inches to
Clearance depth in front of front mounting plane Distance to front cabinet door is at least 25.4 mm (1
Clearance depth behind front mounting plane Distance to back cabinet door is at least 900 mm (35.5
Clearance width between front and back mounting planes Distance between structural supports and cable troughs is
Server dimensions Depth: (not including PSU handle): 732 mm (28.82
post racks are not compatible.
standards. Only M6 tapped or 9.5 mm square holes are supported.
36 inches).
inch).
inches) with the cable management arm, or 770 mm (30.4 inches) without the cable management arm.
at least 456 mm (18 inches).
inches)
Width: (not including ears): 436.5 mm (17.19 inches)
Height: 129.85 mm (5.11 inches)
Unpack the Server and Inventory the Contents
Use these instructions to remove the server from its container and inventory the contents.
The following items should be packaged with the Sun Server X4-8:
Power cords, packaged separately with country kit
Rackmount kit containing shelf rails and installation instructions
Miscellaneous hardware and cables
Sun Server X4-8 Getting Started Guide
Legal and safety documents
Required server components and most options are installed at the factory. However, some ordered options might be packaged separately.
Before You Begin
This procedure requires a lift.
Caution - Equipment damage or personal injury. Do not attempt to install the server without a
lift.
1.
Inspect the shipping cartons for evidence of physical damage.
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If a shipping carton appears damaged, request that the carrier's agent be present when the carton is opened. Keep all contents and packing material for the agent's inspection.
2.
Open the top of the box.
a.
Cut the straps.
b.
Cut or remove the tape.
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c.
Open the flaps.
Unpack the Server and Inventory the Contents
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3.
Remove the rack mounting kit (1) and set it and its contents aside.
4.
Remove the tray (2) and set it aside.
5.
Lift the box (3) up and away from the server.
6.
Remove the foam inserts (4).
a.
Fold the corrugated flap down to release the front foam insert.
b.
Remove the front and rear inserts.
7.
Remove the anti-static wrapper from the server.
8.
To remove the server from the pallet, insert the blades of the lift in the gap between the server and the pallet.
For rack mounting instructions, see “Rack Installation Instructions” on page 35.
Callout Description
1 Rack mounting kit
2 Tray
3 Box
4 Foam inserts
5 Server
6 Pallet
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Before You Begin
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Identify the location in the rack where you plan to place the Sun Server X4-8. It requires five rack units.
Ensure that your rack meets the requirements in “Rack Compatibility” on page 36.
Caution - Equipment damage or personal injury. Always load equipment into a rack from the
bottom up so that the rack will not become top-heavy and tip over. Deploy your rack's anti-tip device to prevent the rack from tipping during equipment installation.
1.
Determine your server location in the rack.
The Sun Server X4-8 requires five rack units.
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2.
Install the two spacers in back rack rails.
Studs on the spacers fit into the oval holes on the inside of the back rack rail. Align the bottom of the spacer with the bottom of the system's rack space.
3.
For square hole racks, place cage nuts in the locations indicated by the alignment template (2). For round-hole racks, go to Step 4.
a.
Align the template with the holes where you intend to place the server.
The template has rack alignment images on either side; one for the back rack alignment [1], and one for the front rack alignment [2].
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The server should sit directly above the rack unit below it [3] without any unfilled rack spaces.
b.
Place cage nuts in the locations indicated by the template.
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Place the cage nuts on the inner-facing side of each rail. There should be two cage nuts in each front rail and three cage nuts in each back rail.
4.
Install the left and right shelf rails.
The rails are labeled left and right, front and back.
The rails have studs and a latch at each end. For each rail:
a.
Expand the shelf rail to fit the rack.
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b.
Insert the studs [1] into the holes on the rack, and then press the tab [2] to open the latch and fasten it to the rack.
5.
Attach the back mounting brackets.
a.
Align each bracket so that the flanges will go over the top of the server.
b.
Use two screws to fasten each bracket to the rack.
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Do not tighten the screws all the way.

Install Shipping Bracket (Optional)

See Also
“Install the Server into the Rack” on page 47
“Cable the Server” on page 50
Install Shipping Bracket (Optional)
Install the shipping bracket if you are going to ship your server in a rack. You must install the shipping bracket before mounting the server in the rack.
1.
Insert the shipping bracket directly above the shelf rails [1].
The horizontal part of the shipping bracket should rest on the shelf rails.
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2.
Fasten it to the rack using four M6 screws [2].
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1.
Use a lift to raise the server to its position in the rack.
Install the Server into the Rack
Caution - Personal injury or damage to equipment. Be sure the server is firmly supported by the
shelf rails before releasing it from the lift.
2.
Slowly slide the server into position on the shelf rails.
Do not remove support from the lift until the server is firmly supported by the shelf rails.
3.
Use eight M6 screws to attach the front of the server to the rack.
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The top two screws attach to cage nuts installed previously. The bottom screws attach to threaded holes in the shelf rails.
4.
Press the back mounting brackets against the server and tighten the screws.
See Also
“Install Shelf Rails and Back Mounting Brackets” on page 40
“Cable the Server” on page 50
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Cabling the Server

This section describes how to connect cables and power on the server for the first time. It includes the following topics:
Description Links
Review connector port locations. “Back Panel Connectors and Ports” on page 49
Connect data cables to the server. “Cable the Server” on page 50
Connect power cords to the server. “Cable the Server” on page 50

Back Panel Connectors and Ports

The following figure shows the locations of the server back panel connectors and ports.
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Callout Description
1 DB-15 video port
2 USB 2.0 ports (2)
3 Net management port (NET MGT)
4 Serial management port (SER MGT)
5 Net 0 port
6 Net 1 port
7 Power connectors 0 through 3. Connect to 200-240 VAC only.
Cable the Server
Connect external cables to the server in the following order.
Note - The numbers in brackets [ ] correspond to callouts in the back panel figure in “Back
Panel Connectors and Ports” on page 49.
1.
Connect an Ethernet cable to the Gigabit Ethernet (NET) ports, as needed [5-6]).
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2.
(Optional) If you plan to interact with the system console directly, connect any external devices, such as mouse and keyboard, to the server's USB ports [2], and a monitor to the DB-15 video port [1]).
3.
To connect to Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM) over the network, connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port labeled NET MGT [3]).
Note - The service processor (SP) uses the NET MGT (out-of-band) port by default. You can
configure the SP to share one of the server's two 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports instead.
4.
To access the Oracle ILOM command-line interface (CLI) using the serial management port, connect a serial null modem cable to the RJ-45 serial port labeled SER MGT [4]).
For more information about viewing system output from a serial console see “Log In to Oracle
ILOM Using a Local Serial Connection” on page 55.
5.
Connect four grounded server power cords to grounded 200-240V electrical outlets on two different circuits.
6.
Connect the server power cords to the AC connectors on the back panel of the server and secure each cord using the connector's cable clip [7].
To provide redundancy in case of power failure, and to prevent the system from tripping a breaker, connect the top two power cords to a different circuit from the bottom two.
When power is connected, the SP boots into standby power mode.
The SP OK/Fault indicator [3] flashes while Oracle ILOM is starting, and the main Power/ OK indicator [1] remains off until Oracle ILOM is ready for system log in.
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After a few minutes, the main Power/OK indicator flashes the standby blink pattern (a quick flash every three seconds), indicating that the SP is ready for use. At this time the host is not initialized or powered on yet.
Callout Description
1 Main Power /OK indicator
2 Recessed power button
3 SP OK indicator
See Also
“Controlling System Power” on page 145
“Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Local Serial Connection” on page 55
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Connecting to Oracle ILOM

Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM) is an embedded tool used to monitor and manage server components. You can perform the following tasks with Oracle ILOM:
Manage the server locally or remotely, with the host power on or off
Monitor vital system information, view logged events, obtain notifications and run troubleshooting tools
View and edit server hardware configurations
Manage Oracle ILOM user accounts using your company's secure infrastructure
Access the host console remotely
Backup Oracle ILOM and server BIOS configuration information
This section describes how to configure and access the Oracle ILOM command-line interface (CLI) or the web interface to manage the server.
Description Link
Learn about Oracle ILOM hardware and interfaces. “Oracle ILOM Hardware and Interfaces” on page 54
Learn about network ports and defaults. “Oracle ILOM Network Defaults” on page 54
Log in directly to Oracle ILOM using a terminal connected to the serial port.
Log in to Oracle ILOM over the network using an Ethernet connection.
Configure Oracle ILOM network settings. “Modify IPv4 Network Settings From the Oracle
Exit Oracle ILOM. “Exit Oracle ILOM” on page 67
Troubleshoot the service processor connection. “Troubleshooting the Service Processor
“Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Local Serial Connection” on page 55
“Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Remote Ethernet Connection” on page 55
ILOM CLI” on page 57
“Modify Network Settings From the Oracle ILOM
Web Interface” on page 63
“Test IPv4 or IPv6 Network Configuration From the
Oracle ILOM CLI” on page 65
“Test IPv4 or IPv6 Network Configuration From the
Oracle ILOM Web Interface” on page 66
Connection” on page 68
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Oracle ILOM Hardware and Interfaces

Related Information
“Launching Oracle System Assistant” on page 71
For complete instructions on using Oracle ILOM, refer to the documentation for your supported version of Oracle ILOM (supported versions are listed in the Product Notes):
http://www.oracle.com/goto/ILOM/docs
Oracle ILOM Hardware and Interfaces
The following table lists the components and functions of Oracle ILOM.
Component Function
Hardware ■ Embedded service processor (SP) chipset that monitors the status and configuration
Interfaces ■ Web browser interface
of components such as fans, storage drives, and power supplies.
■ Two back panel external connections: NET MGT port Ethernet connection and SER MGT RJ-45 serial management port. See “Back Panel Features” on page 19.
■ SSH command-line interface (CLI)
■ IPMI v2.0 CLI
■ SNMP v3 interface

Oracle ILOM Network Defaults

The Sun Server X4-8 supports dual-stack IPv4 and IPv6 settings, which enable Oracle ILOM to fully operate in an IPv4 and IPv6 network environment.
For IPv4 configurations, DHCP is enabled by default, allowing a DHCP server on the network to automatically assign network settings to the server.
For IPv6 configurations, IPv6 stateless auto-configuration is enabled by default, allowing an IPv6 router on the network to assign the network settings. In a typical configuration, the server accepts the settings assigned by the DHCP server or IPv6 router.
Note - To determine the IP address or host name assigned by the DHCP server, use the network
tools provided with the DHCP server or IPv6 router.
The procedures in this section enable you to test that the assigned settings are working correctly and to establish a connection to Oracle ILOM locally and remotely.
See Also:
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Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Local Serial Connection

“Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Local Serial Connection” on page 55
“Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Remote Ethernet Connection” on page 55
Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Local Serial Connection
This procedure does not require that you know the IP address of the server SP. It does require that you log in to an Oracle ILOM account with administrator privileges.
Note - The default Oracle ILOM administrator account is root and its password is changeme.
If this default account has since been changed, contact your system administrator for an Oracle ILOM user account with administrator privileges.
1.
Verify that your serial console connection through the server's SER MGT port is secure and operational.
2.
Ensure that the following serial communication settings are configured:
8N1: eight data bits, no parity, one stop bit
9600 baud
Disable hardware flow control (CTS/RTS)
3.
Press Enter to establish a connection between your serial console and Oracle ILOM.
A login prompt to Oracle ILOM appears.
4.
Log in to the Oracle ILOM command-line interface (CLI) using an administrator account.
Oracle ILOM displays a default command prompt (->), indicating that you have successfully logged in to Oracle ILOM.

Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Remote Ethernet Connection

This procedure requires that you log in to an Oracle ILOM account with administrator privileges, and that you know the IP address or hostname of the server SP. Steps for logging in using the command-line interface (CLI) or web interface are described below.
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Note - The default Oracle ILOM administrator account is root and its password is changeme.
If this default account has since been changed, contact your system administrator for an Oracle ILOM user account with administrator privileges.
1.
Establish a connection to Oracle ILOM.
Command-line interface (CLI): Initiate a secure shell session. Type:
ssh username@host
Where username is the user name of an account with Administrator privileges and host is either the IP address or hostname (when using DNS) of the server SP.
The Oracle ILOM password prompt appears.
Password:
Web interface: Type the IP address of the server in the address field of your web browser and press Enter.
The Oracle ILOM login screen appears.
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Modify IPv4 Network Settings From the Oracle ILOM CLI

2.
Log in to Oracle ILOM.
CLI: At the Oracle ILOM password prompt, type your password and press Enter. For example:
Password: changeme
Oracle ILOM displays a default command prompt (->), indicating that you have successfully logged in to Oracle ILOM.
Web interface: At the Oracle ILOM login screen, type your user name and
password, and click Log In.
The Summary screen appears, indicating that you have successfully logged in to Oracle ILOM. For example:
Modify IPv4 Network Settings From the Oracle ILOM CLI
Use this procedure to modify the server's IPv4 network settings using the Oracle ILOM CLI.
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Modify IPv4 Network Settings From the Oracle ILOM CLI
To modify IPv6 network settings, see “Modify IPv6 Network Settings From the Oracle ILOM
CLI” on page 60.
Note - You can also change network settings using the BIOS Setup Utility. For instructions, see
the Sun Server X4-8 Service Manual.
1.
Log in to the Oracle ILOM CLI. See:
“Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Local Serial Connection” on page 55
“Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Remote Ethernet Connection” on page 55
Note - If you are logged in to Oracle ILOM using an Ethernet connection, your connection is
terminated when you set commitpending to true. When this happens, log back in using the new settings.
2.
Use the cd command to navigate to the /SP/network directory:
-> cd /SP/network
3.
Do one of the following:
If you have a DHCP server on the network, type the following command to view the settings assigned to the server by the DHCP server:
-> show /SP/network
If there is no DHCP server, or if you want to assign settings, use the set command to assign values for the properties listed in the following table. For example:
-> set /SP/network/ pendingipdiscovery=static
-> set /SP/network/ pendingipaddress=192.168.183.106
-> set /SP/network/ pendingipnetmask=255.255.255.0
-> set /SP/network/ pendingipgateway=192.168.183.254
-> set /SP/network/ commitpending=true
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Note - These steps do not include all of the network configuration commands. For more
complete information, see “Configuring Oracle ILOM Network Settings” in Oracle X4 Series
Servers Administration Guide or the Oracle ILOM documentation at http://www.oracle.com/
goto/ILOM/docs.
Property Set Property Value Description
state set state=enabled
pendingipdiscovery set pendingipdiscovery=static
The state parameter modifies both IPv4 and IPv6 as follows:
■ enabled - IPv4 enabled, IPv6 unchanged
Note - To enable IPv6, use /SP/
network/ipv6 state = enabled or /SP/network/ipv6_only.
■ ipv4_only - IPv4 enabled, IPv6 disabled
■ ipv6_only - IPv4 disabled, IPv6 enabled
■ disabled - ipv4 disabled, IPv6 disabled
Note - Older versions of Oracle ILOM do
not include the ipv4-only or ipv6-only commands. On these versions, you cannot enable IPv6 if IPv4 is disabled. To obtain the options shown here, upgrade to SW 1.2 or newer.
To enable a static network configuration, set pendingipdiscovery to static.
By default, pendingipdiscovery is set to
dhcp.
pendingipaddress
pendingipnetmask
pendingipgateway
commitpending set commitpending=true Type set commitpending=true to commit
set pendingipaddress=<ip_address>
pendingipnetmask=<netmask>
pendingipgateway=<gateway>
To assign multiple static network settings, type the set command followed by the pending command for each property value (IP address, netmask, and gateway), then type the static value that you want to assign.
changes.
Note - If you are logged in to Oracle ILOM using an Ethernet connection, your connection is
terminated when you set commitpending to true. When this happens, log back in using the new settings.
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4.
Test the IPv4 network configuration from Oracle ILOM using the Network Test Tool (Ping).
For details, see “Test IPv4 or IPv6 Network Configuration From the Oracle ILOM
CLI” on page 65.
Modify IPv6 Network Settings From the Oracle ILOM CLI
Use this procedure to modify the server's IPv6 network settings using the Oracle ILOM CLI.
To modify IPv4 network settings, see “Modify IPv4 Network Settings From the Oracle ILOM
CLI” on page 57.
Note - You can also change network settings using the BIOS Setup Utility. For instructions, see
the Sun Server X4-8 Service Manual.
1.
Log in to the Oracle ILOM CLI. See:
“Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Local Serial Connection” on page 55
“Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Remote Ethernet Connection” on page 55
Note - If you log in to Oracle ILOM using an Ethernet connection, your connection is
terminated after you modify the network settings. You must log back in using the new settings.
2.
Use the cd command to navigate to the SP/network/ipv6 directory:
-> cd SP/network/ipv6
3.
Type the show command to view the IPv6 network settings configured on the device.
For example:
-> show /SP/network/ipv6 Targets:
Properties: state = enabled autoconfig = stateless dhcpv6_server_duid = (none) link_local_ipaddress = 2001:db8:214:4fff:feca:5f7e/64 static_ipaddress = ::/128
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ipgateway = 2001:db8:211:5dff:febe:5000/128 pending_static_ipaddress = ::/128 pending_static_ipgateway = :: dynamic_ipaddress_1 2001:db8:8:b7:214:4fff:feca:5f7e/64
Commands: cd show
4.
To configure an IPv6 auto-configuration option, use the set command to specify the following auto-configuration property values:
Property Set Property Value Description
state set state=enabled
Use the state parameter to enable or disable IPv6:
enabled: Enable IPv6
disabled: Disable IPv6
Note - With SW 1.2 or newer, you can use set /SP/
network/state = ipv6-only to enable IPv6 and disable
IPv4.
Note - Older versions of Oracle ILOM do not include the
ipv4-only or ipv6-only commands. On these versions, you cannot enable IPv6 if IPv4 is disabled. To obtain the options shown here, upgrade to SW 1.2 or newer.
autoconfig set autoconfig= <value> Specify this command followed by the autoconfig value you
want to set.
Options include:
stateless (default setting)
Automatically assigns IP address learned from IPv6 network router.
dhcpv6_stateless
Automatically assigns DNS information learned from the DHCPv6 server.The dhcpv6_stateless property value is available in Oracle ILOM as of 3.0.14.
dhcpv6_stateful
Automatically assigns the IPv6 address learned from the DHCPv6 server.The dhcpv6_stateful property value is available in Oracle ILOM as of 3.0.14.
disable
Disables all auto-configuration property values and sets the read-only property value for link local address.
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Note - The IPv6 configuration options take affect after they are set.
Note - You can enable the stateless auto-configuration option to run at the same time as the
option for dhcpv6_stateless or dhcpv6_stateful is enabled. However, the auto-configuration options for dhcpv6_stateless and dhcpv6_stateful should not be enabled to run at the same time.
5.
To set a static IPv6 address, complete these steps:
a.
Specify the following property types:
Note - These steps do not include all of the network configuration commands. For more
complete information, see “Configuring Oracle ILOM Network Settings” in Oracle X4 Series
Servers Administration Guide or the Oracle ILOM documentation at http://www.oracle.com/
goto/ILOM/docs.
Property Set Property Value Description
state set state=enabled
pendingipaddress set
pending_static_ipaddress = <ipv6_address> / <subnet
mask length in bits>
b.
Commit the pending IPv6 static network parameters by typing the following
The IPv6 network state is enabled by default. To enable a static IP address, you must set this state to enabled.
Type this command followed by the property value for the static IPv6 address and netmask that you want to assign to the device.
IPv6 address example:2001:db8:8:b7:214:4fff:
feca:5f7e/64
command:
-> set /SP/network/commitpending=true
Note - Pending settings remain pending until you commit them. Assigning a new static IP
address to the server ends all active Oracle ILOM sessions to the server. To log back in to Oracle ILOM, create a new session using the newly assigned IP address.
6.
Test the IPv6 network configuration from Oracle ILOM using the Network Test Tool (Ping6).
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Modify Network Settings From the Oracle ILOM Web Interface

For details, see “Test IPv4 or IPv6 Network Configuration From the Oracle ILOM
CLI” on page 65.
Modify Network Settings From the Oracle ILOM Web Interface
If you want to modify the network settings currently configured for the server from the Oracle ILOM web interface, use the following procedure.
Note - You can also change network settings using the BIOS Setup Utility. For instructions, see
the Sun Server X4-8 Service Manual.
1.
Log in to the Oracle ILOM web interface.
See “Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Remote Ethernet Connection” on page 55.
Note - When you log in to Oracle ILOM using an Ethernet connection, your connection is
terminated after you modify the network settings. You must log back in using the new settings.
2.
Select ILOM Administration > Connectivity from the navigation tree on the left.
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The Network Settings screen appears. Oracle ILOM displays the settings configured on your device.
3.
Perform the network configuration instructions that apply to your network environment:
Note - On systems equipped with SW 1.1 or older, there is a single Enabled button in General
Settings, and it enables both IPv4 and IPv6. Also there is no IPv6 Static Gateway field. On these systems, you cannot enable IPv6 unless you also enable IPv4. Update to SW 1.2 or newer to obtain the selections shown here.
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IPv4:
To allow the DHCP server on your network to assign network settings, ensure that the DHCP radio button is selected and click Save.
To assign network settings, select the Static radio button and fill in the IP Address, Netmask, and Gateway fields. Then, click Save.
IPv6:
To configure an auto-configuration option, ensure that the Enabled check box next to the State property is selected. Then, select an auto-configuration value and click Save.
To set a static IPv6 address, ensure that the Enabled check box next to the State property is selected. Then, type the values for ipv6_address/subnet mask length in bits in the Static IP Address field and click Save.
Note - You can enable the Autoconfig Stateless option to run at the same time as the option
for DHCPv6 Autoconfig Stateless is enabled or at the same time as the option for DHCPv6 Autoconfig Stateful is enabled.
4.
Test the IPv4 or IPv6 network configuration from Oracle ILOM using the Network Test Tools (Ping and Ping 6).
For details, see “Test IPv4 or IPv6 Network Configuration From the Oracle ILOM
CLI” on page 65.
Test IPv4 or IPv6 Network Configuration From the Oracle ILOM CLI
1.
At the CLI prompt, type the show command to view the network test targets and properties.
For example, the following output shows the test target properties.
-> show /SP/network/test Targets:
Properties: ping = (Cannot show property) ping6 = (Cannot show property)
Commands: cd
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set show
2.
Use the set ping or set ping6 command to send a network test from the device to a network destination specified in the following table:
Property Set Property Value Description
ping set ping=<IPv4_address> Type the set ping= command at the command prompt followed by
the IPv4 test destination address. For example:-> set ping=192.
168.10.106
Ping of 192.168.10.106 succeeded
ping6 set ping6= <IPv6_address> Type the set ping6= command followed by the IPv6 test destination
address. For example:-> set ping6=2001::db8:5dff:febe:5000
Ping of 2001::db8:5dff:febe:5000 succeeded
Test IPv4 or IPv6 Network Configuration From the Oracle ILOM Web Interface
1.
From the ILOM Administration > Connectivity screen, click the Tools button at the bottom of the screen.
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The Network Configuration Test screen appears.

Exit Oracle ILOM

2.
Select Ping or Ping6 from the Test Type list box.
Choose a Ping test for an IPv4 network configuration. Choose a Ping6 test for an IPv6 network configuration.
3.
Type the IPv4 or IPv6 test destination address in the Destination field and click Test.
If the test was successful, a “Ping of ip_address succeeded” message appears below the Destination field in the Network Configuration Test screen.
Exit Oracle ILOM
To end an Oracle ILOM session:
From the Oracle ILOM CLI, type exit at the CLI prompt.
From the Oracle ILOM web interface, click the Log Out button at the top-right
corner of the screen.
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Troubleshooting the Service Processor Connection

Troubleshooting the Service Processor Connection
This section addresses two issues that might occur regarding the Oracle ILOM service processor (SP):
The Oracle ILOM SP becomes unresponsive and needs to be reset.
As the system administrator, you have forgotten the root account password and you need to recover it.
For instructions on how to handle each of these problems, see the following sections:
“Reset the Service Processor Using Oracle ILOM” on page 68
“Reset the Service Processor Using the SP Reset Switch” on page 68
“Recover Root Account Password” on page 69

Reset the Service Processor Using Oracle ILOM

If the Oracle ILOM service processor (SP) is hung, use one of the following methods to reset it:
From the Oracle ILOM command-line interface (CLI), enter the command:
reset /SP
From the Oracle ILOM web interface, click Administration > Maintenance > Reset SP.
Note - Resetting the Oracle ILOM SP disconnects your current Oracle ILOM session. You must
log in again to continue working in Oracle ILOM.

Reset the Service Processor Using the SP Reset Switch

Use this step if the Oracle ILOM SP hangs and you cannot reset it using the Oracle ILOM web interface or the Oracle ILOM CLI.
Use the Oracle ILOM reset switch to manually reset the Oracle ILOM SP.
To locate the SP reset switch, see “Back Panel Features” on page 19.
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Recover Root Account Password
If necessary, system administrators can recover the preconfigured Oracle ILOM local root account or the password for the local root account by using the preconfigured Oracle ILOM default password.
To recover the root account password you need a local serial management port (SER MGT) connection to Oracle ILOM. In addition, if the Physical Presence State is enabled (the default) in Oracle ILOM, you must prove that you are physically present at the server.
To recover the root account password, perform these steps:
1.
Establish a local serial management connection to Oracle ILOM and log in to Oracle ILOM using the default user account. For example:
SUNSP-000000000 login: default
Press and release the physical presence button
Press return when this is completed...
2.
Prove physical presence at the server.
To prove physical presence at the server, press the Locator button on the front of the server.
For the location of the Locator button, see “Front Panel Features” on page 15.
3.
Return to your serial console and press Enter.
You will be prompted for a password.
4.
Enter the password for the default user account: defaultpassword
5.
Reset the account password or re-create the root account.
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Setting Up Software and Firmware Using Oracle System Assistant

This section provides instructions for starting Oracle System Assistant, preparing Oracle System Assistant for use, and preparing the server for operating system installation.
Description Link
Launch Oracle System Assistant “Launching Oracle System Assistant” on page 71
Configure Oracle System Assistant's network interfaces so you can use it.
Note - You only need to do this once, when you first
open Oracle System Assistant.
Complete a list of tasks required before you can install an operating system.

Launching Oracle System Assistant

“Prepare Oracle System Assistant” on page 76
“Preparing the Server for OS Installation” on page 77
This section describes how to launch Oracle System Assistant.
Oracle System Assistant is the preferred application for setting up your system software and firmware. Oracle System Assistant is an embedded, task-based server provisioning tool that enables you to perform initial server setup and maintenance for most Oracle x86 servers. Using Oracle System Assistant, you can install a supported Oracle Solaris, Linux, Oracle VM, or Windows operating system, update your server to the latest software release, and configure server hardware.
Description Links
Launch Oracle System Assistant remotely from Oracle ILOM.
Launch Oracle System Assistant locally. “Launch Oracle System Assistant
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“Launch Oracle System Assistant Using the Oracle ILOM Web Interface” on page 72
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See Also
For additional information about Oracle System Assistant, see: Oracle x86 Administration
Guide for X4 Series Servers (http://www.oracle.com/goto/x86AdminDiag/docs)
Launch Oracle System Assistant Using the Oracle ILOM Web Interface
1.
Ensure that the server is in standby power mode.
When the server is in standby power mode, the Service Processor OK indicator is on, and the Power/OK indicator blinks slowly. See “Front Panel Features” on page 15 for the location of these indicators.
2.
Log in to the Oracle ILOM web interface.
In your browser's address field, enter the server's SP IP address. If you have not yet set up Oracle ILOM for network access, see “Connecting to Oracle ILOM” on page 53.
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The System Summary screen appears.
3.
Click the Oracle System Assistant Launch button in the upper right panel.
If you try to launch Oracle System Assistant and the server is not in standby power mode but is fully powered on, it prompts you to shut down the host first. See “Power Host On and Off
Using Oracle ILOM” on page 147. Once the host is powered down, continue with this step.
4.
To continue to launch Oracle System Assistant, click Yes.
The server boots. This might take several minutes.
The server powers on.
Oracle System Assistant application boots.
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Oracle System Assistant main screen appears.
See Also
“Prepare the Server for OS Installation” on page 78
Launch Oracle System Assistant Locally
Before you launch Oracle System Assistant locally, you must be physically present at the server and have access to a VGA monitor, a USB keyboard, and a USB mouse.
1.
Ensure that the server is in standby power mode.
Verify that the Power/OK indicator blinks slowly. See “Front Panel Features” on page 15.
2.
Connect locally to the server.
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See: “Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Local Serial Connection” on page 55.
3.
Press and release the front-panel Power button to power on the server to full power mode.
The server boots and POST messages appear on the monitor.
4.
After you see the POST message for Oracle System Assistant, press the F9 function key.
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Prepare Oracle System Assistant

Oracle System Assistant boots and the Oracle System Assistant main screen appears.
See Also
“Prepare the Server for OS Installation” on page 78
Prepare Oracle System Assistant
This section describes how to set up a network connection so you can use Oracle System Assistant.
When Oracle System Assistant starts, it tries to connect to DHCP on Net 0.
If Net 0 is connected to a network that is DHCP enabled, it succeeds. No more configuration is necessary.
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If Net 0 is connected to a network that is not DHCP enabled, you must configure a network connection.
These settings normally need to be set once, the first time you use Oracle System Assistant.
1.
Launch Oracle System Assistant as described in “Launching Oracle System
Assistant” on page 71.
2.
Select the Network Configuration tab.
3.
Fill in the network configuration details.
For details, see Configure Network Interface Settings (Oracle System Assistant) in Oracle x86
Administration Guide for X4 Series Servers (http://www.oracle.com/goto/x86AdminDiag/ docs).

Preparing the Server for OS Installation

Preparing the Server for OS Installation
This section describes how to prepare your server for operating system installation.
A number of tasks must be completed before you can install an operating system. These include:
Getting firmware and software updates
Installing firmware updates
Configuring Oracle ILOM network addresses
Configuring RAID
Once these things are done, you can install the operating system.
You can do these things using Oracle System Assistant, or using other methods. Oracle recommends that you use Oracle System Assistant.
To use Oracle System Assistant, see “Prepare the Server for OS
Installation” on page 78.
To prepare the server for OS installation using other methods, see:
Oracle x86 Administration Guide for X4 Series Servers (http://www.oracle.com/goto/ x86AdminDiag/docs)
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Note - For Oracle Solaris installations, Oracle System Assistant does not install recommended
drivers or tools. For Linux, Oracle VM, and Windows, Oracle System Assistant installs the recommended drivers and tools that are supported by the specific operating system or virtual machine software. For the list of optional software that can be installed when you use Oracle System Assistant to install operating systems, refer to the Oracle System Assistant ReadMe.
Related Information
“Launching Oracle System Assistant” on page 71
“Prepare the Server for OS Installation” on page 78
Prepare the Server for OS Installation
1.
Launch Oracle System Assistant as described in “Launching Oracle System
Assistant” on page 71.
2.
Use Oracle System Assistant to perform the tasks shown in the following table.
Refer to the Oracle x86 Administration Guide for X4 Series Servers (http://www.oracle.
com/goto/x86AdminDiag/docs) or the embedded help on Oracle System Assistant for more
information about Oracle System Assistant.
Step Task Oracle System Assistant Screen For More Information
1 Set up Oracle System Assistant network
connection.
2 Get latest software and firmware updates
that will be used by Oracle System Assistant.
3 Update Oracle ILOM, BIOS, disk expander,
or HBA firmware, if needed. Oracle recommends using the latest supported BIOS and firmware versions available.
4 Configure Oracle ILOM. This helps prepare
your service processor for access.
5 Configure RAID. The Oracle System
Assistant RAID configuration utility is used to create volumes on your disks. A volume can then be used for an OS, or be included in a RAID set.
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Network Configuration “Prepare Oracle System
Get Updates “Getting Server Firmware and
Update Firmware “Installing
Configure Hardware > Service Processor Configuration
Configure Hardware > RAID Configuration
Assistant” on page 76
Software” on page 139
Updates” on page 142
“Connecting to Oracle ILOM” on page 53
You might have done this.
“Configuring RAID Using Oracle System Assistant” on page 83.
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Step Task Oracle System Assistant Screen For More Information
Caution - Data loss. Do not use this option
on a disk with a preinstalled OS.
6 Install an operating system using the
Oracle System Assistant Install OS wizard.
Install OS Refer to your operating system
installation guide for details. Supported operating systems include Oracle Solaris, Linux, Windows, or Oracle VM software.
Caution - Data loss. Do not use this option
on a disk with a preinstalled OS.
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Configure Storage Drives for OS Installation

This section describes how to configure a server boot disk for operating system installation and configure RAID.
Description Links
Learn about storage drive configuration options. Supported options depend on your server's host bus adapter (HBA), and whether or not you have a preinstalled OS.
Configure server storage drives into RAID volumes using Oracle System Assistant.
Configure server storage drives into RAID volumes using the BIOS RAID configuration utilities.
Learn about the operating system installation and update tasks.
See Also
Host Bus Adapter (HBA) Documentation Collection at: http://www.oracle.com/
technetwork/documentation/oracle-storage-networking-190061.html
“Storage Drive Configuration” on page 81
“Configuring RAID Using Oracle System Assistant” on page 83
“Configuring RAID Using the BIOS RAID Configuration Utilities” on page 101
“Set Up an Operating System and Drivers” on page 117

Storage Drive Configuration

The following paragraphs describe the tools and conditions required for configuring storage drives:
Preinstalled Operating System: If you plan to use a preinstalled operating system or virtual machine software, you cannot configure the server storage drives into RAID volumes because the preinstalled operating system does not support RAID configurations. In this case proceed to one of the following sections:
“Configuring the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris OS” on page 119
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Storage Drive Configuration
“Configuring the Preinstalled Oracle Linux OS” on page 133
“Configuring the Preinstalled Oracle VM 3.X Software” on page 127
Type of Host Bus Adapter (HBA): Your server supports two types of SAS-2 HBAs:
Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe Internal HBA (SGX-SAS6-INT-Z): RAID is optional with this HBA.
Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe RAID Internal HBA (SGX-SAS6-R-INT-Z): This HBA requires a RAID configuration. If you do not wish to use a RAID array, you must configure a single storage drive with a RAID 0 volume (also called a "virtual disk") and make that volume bootable.
RAID Configuration Tools: You can use Oracle System Assistant (recommended) or BIOS RAID configuration utilities to configure RAID on either type of HBA.
Once you have installed your operating system, you can use supported OS-based RAID management utilities included with your server to manage RAID storage drives.
Installing a new OS: The following table lists the conditions for configuring RAID volumes when you are installing a new operating system:
Type of Configuration HBA Type Link
RAID Either supported HBA To use Oracle System Assistant, see “Configuring RAID
No RAID
Configure a single storage drive with a RAID 0 volume (also called a "virtual disk") and make that volume bootable.
No RAID Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe Internal
Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe RAID Internal HBA (SGX-SAS6-R-INT-Z)
HBA (SGX-SAS6-INT-Z
Using Oracle System Assistant” on page 83
To use the BIOS configuration utility, see “Configuring
RAID Using the BIOS RAID Configuration Utilities” on page 101
To use Oracle System Assistant, see “Configure RAID
With a Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe RAID Internal HBA” on page 92
To use the BIOS configuration utility, see“Configuring RAID
Using the BIOS With the Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe RAID Internal HBA” on page 104
Refer to your operating system installation documentation.
Sun Server X4-8 Installation Guide for Oracle Solaris
Operating System
Sun Server X4-8 Installation Guide for Oracle VM Server
Sun Server X4-8 Installation Guide for Linux Operating
Systems
Sun Server X4-8 Installation Guide for Microsoft
Windows
Sun Server X4-8 Installation Guide for VMware ESXi
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Type of Configuration HBA Type Link
Note - You do not need to configure RAID volumes for this
configuration.
Configuring RAID Using Oracle System Assistant
Use Oracle System Assistant to configure RAID on the server.
See the following procedures:
“Configure RAID With a Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe Internal HBA” on page 83
“Configure RAID With a Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe RAID Internal HBA” on page 92
If your server does not have Oracle System Assistant, you can configure RAID using the BIOS RAID configuration. See “Configuring RAID Using the BIOS RAID Configuration
Utilities” on page 101.

Configure RAID With a Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe Internal HBA

Use Oracle System Assistant to prepare a server hard drive for an OS installation by creating a bootable RAID 0 volume.
1.
Launch Oracle System Assistant.
See “Launching Oracle System Assistant” on page 71.
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The Oracle System Assistant System Overview screen appears.
2.
In the System Overview screen, verify that the BIOS Mode is set to the boot mode (UEFI or Legacy BIOS) that you plan to use when you install the operating system.
Note - The BIOS boot mode used for the RAID configuration must match the mode that you
use when you install the operating system. Additionally, not all supported operating systems support UEFI boot mode. For a list of operating systems that support UEFI boot mode, see
“UEFI BIOS” on page 27.
To switch between UEFI and legacy boot modes, see the Oracle x86 Administration Guide for X4 Series Servers at http://www.oracle.com/goto/x86AdminDiag/docs.
3.
Click the Configure Hardware button, then select the RAID Configuration tab.
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The RAID Configuration screen appears.
4.
In the HBA list box, select the SGX-SAS6-R-INT-Z HBA.
This is the Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe RAID Internal HBA.
5.
In the Select RAID Level list box, select the desired RAID level.
Choose RAID-0.
6.
In the Available Disks table, select the storage drives that you want to add to the RAID volume, and click the Create Volume button.
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The Create Volume dialog box appears.
7.
In the Create Volume dialog box:
a.
(Optional) Enter the volume name.
Entering a volume name is optional. If you do not name the volume, Oracle System Assistant creates a volume without a name.
b.
Click Create.
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The Creating RAID Volume information box appears.
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After the volume is created, it appears in the Created Volumes table.
8.
In the Details/Action column of the Created Volumes table, click the Details button.
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The Volume Details dialog box appears.
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9.
In the Volume Details dialog box:
a.
Review the volume details.
b.
(Optional) In the Volume Name field, enter a volume name or modify it.
If you did not enter a volume name earlier, the Volume Details dialog box gives you a second chance to do so. If you entered a volume name earlier, you can modify it here; however, you cannot delete the name entirely.
Note - Naming the volume is optional. If you do not name the volume, Oracle System Assistant
creates a volume without a name. Additionally, if at any time you want to change the volume name, you can do so by clicking on the Details button in the Created Volumes table; however, once a volume name is assigned, you cannot delete it.
c.
Check the Set As Bootable box.
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d.
Click Save & Close.
The Set Volume For Boot confirmation dialog appears.
10.
Click OK.
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The RAID Configuration screen appears and lists the RAID volume as the current boot device.
11.
12.
See Also
If you want to delete a volume, select it and click the Delete Volume button.
This completes the RAID configuration task.
Do one of the following:
To select any other Oracle System Assistant task, click the corresponding button in the left panel menu. For example, after configuring RAID, you might want to select the Install OS task and perform an operating system installation.
To return to the Oracle System Assistant System Overview screen, click System Information in the left menu panel.
To quit Oracle System Assistant, click Exit.
“Set Up an Operating System and Drivers” on page 117
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Before You Begin
1.
For systems with the Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe RAID Internal HBA, you must create a bootable volume on a drive before installing an OS. The system does not recognize a drive unless it has a volume on it created by the Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe RAID Internal HBA. If there is more than a single volume on the drive you intend to use as the boot drive, set the volume that you will install the OS on as the boot device.
Launch Oracle System Assistant.
See “Launching Oracle System Assistant” on page 71.
The Oracle System Assistant System Overview screen appears.
2.
In the System Overview screen, verify that the BIOS Mode is set to the boot mode (UEFI or Legacy BIOS) that you plan to use when you install the operating system.
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Note - The BIOS boot mode used for the RAID configuration must match the mode that you
use when you install the operating system. Additionally, not all supported operating systems support UEFI boot mode. For a list of operating systems that support UEFI boot mode, see
“UEFI BIOS” on page 27.
To switch between UEFI and legacy boot modes, see the Oracle x86 Administration Guide for X4 Series Servers at http://www.oracle.com/goto/x86AdminDiag/docs.
3.
Click the Configure Hardware button, then select the RAID Configuration tab.
The RAID Configuration screen appears.
4.
In the HBA list box, select the SGX-SAS6-R-INT-Z HBA.
This is the Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe RAID Internal HBA.
5.
In the Select RAID Level list box, select the desired RAID level.
Oracle System Assistant supports RAID-0, RAID-1, and RAID-10.
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6.
In the Available Disks table, select the storage drives that you want to add to the RAID volume, and click the Create Volume button.
The Create Volume dialog box appears.
7.
In the Create Volume dialog box:
a.
(Optional) Enter the volume name.
Entering a volume name is optional. If you do not name the volume, Oracle System Assistant creates a volume without a name.
b.
Select the volume stripe size.
c.
Click Create.
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The Creating RAID Volume information box appears.
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After the volume is created, it appears in the Created Volumes table.
8.
In the Details/Action column of the Created Volumes table, click the Details button.
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The Volume Details dialog box appears.
9.
In the Volume Details dialog box:
a.
Review the volume details.
b.
(Optional) In the Volume Name field, enter a volume name or modify it.
If you did not enter a volume name earlier, the Volume Details dialog box gives you a second chance to do so. If you entered a volume name earlier, you can modify it here; however, you cannot delete the name entirely.
Note - Naming the volume is optional. If you do not name the volume, Oracle System Assistant
creates a volume without a name. Additionally, if at any time you want to change the volume name, you can do so by clicking on the Details button in the Created Volumes table; however, once a volume name is assigned, you cannot delete it.
c.
Check the Set As Bootable box.
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d.
Click Save & Close.
The Set Volume For Boot confirmation dialog appears.
10.
Click OK.
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The RAID Configuration screen appears and lists the RAID volume as the current boot device.
11.
If you want to designate the created volume as a global hot spare, perform the following steps; otherwise, proceed to Step 12.
a.
Click the Details button in the Details/Actions column.
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The Disk Details dialog box appears.
b.
Check the Set as Hot Spare box.
Note - With the Sun Storage 6 Gb SAS PCIe RAID Internal HBA, you can create a maximum
of 256 hot spares.
c.
Click Save.
The Disk Details dialog box closes.
12.
If you want to delete a volume, select it and click the Delete Volume button.
This completes the RAID configuration task.
13.
Do one of the following:
To select any other Oracle System Assistant task, click the corresponding button in the left panel menu. For example, after configuring RAID, you might want to select the Install OS task and perform an operating system installation.
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