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Contents
Preface vii
1. Sun Blade X8400 Hardware and Software Features 1
Hardware Overview 2
Environmental Requirements 3
Server Module Indicators and Buttons 4
Supported Operating Systems 5
Factory-Installed Operating Systems 5
Managing the Sun Blade Server Module With ILOM 6
Service Processor 6
Chassis Monitoring Module 6
ILOM on the Server Module SP and CMM 7
2. Server Module Installation and Power-On 9
System Chassis Prerequisites 10
Handling the Server Module 10
Add Memory Modules to the Server Module 11
About Memory Modules 11
Memory Module Configuration and Population Order 11
▼ Memory Module Installation 12
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Add Hard Disk Drives to the Server Module 15
Tools and Supplies Needed 15
▼ Remove HDD Filler Panel 17
▼ Install HDD Into the Server Module 18
Install the Server Module Into the Chassis 20
▼ Remove Server Module Filler Panel 21
▼ Install Server Module Into Chassis Slot 21
Sun Blade Server Module Power-On Policy 22
▼ Verify Server Module Power State 23
▼ Apply Main Power to Server Module SP Using the Power Button 24
Troubleshooting the Server Module Power-On State 24
Attach Local Devices to Server Module 25
▼ Attach Local Serial Console to the Server Module 25
▼ Attach Local VGA Monitor to the Server Module 26
▼ Attach USB Devices to the Server Module 27
What to Do Next 28
3. Establish Communication With ILOM Server Module SP 29
ILOM Connection Setup Worksheet 30
Assign IP Addresses to the Sun Server Module SP 32
Prerequisites 32
▼ Assign DHCP IP Addresses Using an Ethernet Management
Connection 33
▼ Assign a Static IP Address to Server SP Using a Serial Connection 34
Edit IP Address Assignments Using an Ethernet Management Connection 37
▼ Edit Existing IP Addresses in ILOM Using the Web Interface 37
▼ Edit Existing IP Address(es) in ILOM Using the CLI 38
Reset ILOM Root Account Password (changeme) 40
▼ Reset ILOM Root Account Password 40
What to Do Next 41
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Preface
The Sun Blade X8400 Server Module Installation Guide includes general information
about the Sun Blade™ X8400 Server Module and instructions for installing the server
module into a Sun Blade Modular System.
Before You Read This Document
This document is intended for experienced system administrators. Before installing a
Sun Blade server module, you must have thorough knowledge of the topics
discussed in these documents:
■ Sun Blade 8000 Series Product Notes
■ Sun Blade 8000 Series Installation Guide
■ Sun Blade 8000 Series Online Information System
■ Sun Integrated Lights Out Manager 2.0 User ’s Guide
Refer to “Related Documentation” on page vii for more information.
Using UNIX Commands
This document might not contain information about basic UNIX®commands and
procedures such as copying files, listing directories, and configuring devices. Refer
to the following for this information:
■ Software documentation that you received with your system
■ Solaris™ Operating System documentation, which is at:
http://docs.sun.com
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You must be superuser to do this.
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Related Documentation
The documentation listed in the following table are available online at:
■ For the Sun Blade 8000 Modular System:
http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/blade8000
■ For the Sun Blade 8000 P Modular System:
http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/coll/blade8000p
Note – The last two digits of the documentation part number identifies the latest
version of the product documentation that is available for download (or viewing
online). For example: 819-xxxx-XX.
Additional Sun documentation is available at:
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Title Content
Sun Blade 8000
Series Product
Notes
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Series Site Planning
Guide
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system.
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system deployments.
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information for new
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• Rackmounting
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• ILOM management
network configuration
• OS installations
Provides information
about:
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systems.
• Identification of
system drivers
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operating systems on
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Series Server Module.
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management
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configuration
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CHAPTER
1
Sun Blade X8400 Hardware and
Software Features
This chapter includes general information to help you become familiar with the
hardware and software features of the Sun Blade X8400 Server Module.
This chapter contains the following topics:
■ “Hardware Overview” on page 2
■ “Environmental Requirements” on page 3
■ “Server Module Indicators and Buttons” on page 4
■ “Supported Operating Systems” on page 5
■ “Managing the Sun Blade Server Module With ILOM” on page 6
1
Hardware Overview
The Sun Blade X8400 is one of four types of server modules that you can install in a
Sun Blade 8000 or 8000 P Chassis. A summary of the hardware configurations,
options, and standard components available for the Sun Blade X8400 Server Module
follows.
TABLE 1-1 Sun Blade Server Module Hardware Overview
• Server Module
CPU
Configurations
• Server Module
Memory Kits
The following CPU configurations are available on the X8400 Server
Module:
• X8400 Small Configuration
- CPU: 4x AMD Opteron 870 2.0-GHz, dual-core, 64-bit
- Memory: 8-GB - 8x1GB DDR DIMMs
- Hard Disk Drive: Support for up to two drives per blade
• X8400 Medium Configuration
- CPU: 4x Opteron 875 2.2-GHz, dual-core, 64-bit
- Memory: 16-GB - 8x2GB DDR DIMMs
- Hard Disk Drive: Support for up to two drives per blade
• X8400 Large Configuration
- CPU: 4x Opteron 885 2.6-GHz, dual-core, 64-bit
- Memory: 32-GB - 8x4GB DDR DIMMs
- Hard Disk Drive: Support for up to two drives per blade
The following memory kits are offered as options on the Sun Blade X8400
Server Module:
• 2GB DDR1-400 Memory Kit - 1GB DIMM x2
• 4GB DDR1-400 Memory Kit - 2GB DIMM x2
• 8GB DDR1-400 Memory Kit - 4GB DIMM x2
Note - All DIMMs are configured in pairs to maximize performance. For
more information about DIMM configuration rules, see “Memory Module
Configuration and Population Order” on page 11.
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TABLE 1-1 Sun Blade Server Module Hardware Overview (Continued)
• Server Module
HDDs
• Standard
Components
Physical
Specification
The following hard disk drives (HDDs) are available on the X8400 Server
Module:
• 73-GB (10k RPM) SFF SAS Drive, hot-pluggable, up to two per server.
• 73-GB (15k RPM) SFF SAS Drive, hot-pluggable, up to two per server.
• 146-GB (10k RPM) SFF SAS Drive, hot-pluggable, up to two per server.
• 80-GB (5k RPM) SFF SATA Drive, hot-pluggable, up to two per server.
• Service Processor (SP). One SP per server module. SP provides remote
KVMS functionality, IPMI baseboard management controller (BMC)
functionality, and interfaces to the chassis monitoring module (CMM).
The SPs and CMM work together to form a complete server module
and chassis management system.
• Flexible I/O Network Connectivity via Chassis Network Express
Modules (NEMs) or PCIe ExpressModules (EMs).
• Indicators and Buttons. The Sun Blade server module includes
standard service indicator LEDs and buttons. For more information, see
“Server Module Indicators and Buttons” on page 4.
• Front Panel I/O Ports. The Sun Blade server module front panel
provides one VGA port, two USB ports, and one serial port. For more
information, see “Attach Local Devices to Server Module” on page 25.
The Sun Blade X8400 Server Module is approximately 19.5 x 18.5 x 1.87
inches (HxDxW) in a 1U form factor. The server module plugs in to a Sun
Blade Modular System, or chassis, which provides power to each module,
as well as cooling through fans.
Environmental Requirements
TABLE 1-2 includes the environmental requirements that are specific for all Sun Blade
server modules.
TABLE 1-2 Sun Blade Server Module Environmental Requirements
Condition Requirement
Operating temperature 5˚C to 35˚C noncondensing
Nonoperating temperature -40˚C to 65˚C
Operating humidity 10% to 90% noncondensing (27˚C max. wet bulb)
Nonoperating humidity 93% noncondensing (38˚C max. wet bulb)
Operating altitude 3048 meters at 35˚C
Nonoperating altitude 12,000 meters
Chapter 1 Sun Blade X8400 Hardware and Software Features 3
Server Module Indicators and Buttons
The following figure illustrates the front panel features of the server module.
FIGURE 1-1 Server Module Indicators and Buttons
Figure Legend
1 VGA video port
2 USB ports (2)
3 Serial port
4 Disk Drive - Ready to Remove LED
5 Disk Drive - Service Action Required LED
6 Disk Drive - OK/Activity LED
7 Server Module Slot Number
8 Server Module Locator Button
9 Server Module Ready-to-Remove LED
10 Server Module Service Action Required LED
11 Server Module OK LED
12 Server Module Power Button
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Supported Operating Systems
The following operating systems are supported on the Sun Blade X8400 Server
Module:
■ Red Hat Enterprise Advanced Server v.4 Update 3 or later for x86 (32-bit and
64-bit)
■ Red Hat Enterprise Advanced Server Linux 5 or later for x86 (32-bit and 64-bit)
■ SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9 with SP or later for x86 (64-bit)
■ SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 or later for x86 (64-bit)
■ Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition (SP1, SP2, or R2) (32-bit and
64-bit)
■ Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition (SP1, SP2, or R2) (32-bit and
64-bit)
■ Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Standard Edition (32-bit and 64-bit)
■ Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Enterprise Edition (32-bit and 64-bit)
■ VMware ESX Server or later
Factory-Installed Operating Systems
For your convenience, you can order the hard disk drives for the Sun Blade server
modules with factory-installed operating system software. This means that the
software for the operating system is completely installed on the HDD, including the
latest operating system device drivers. However, some setup actions must be
performed prior to using the operating system. For more information about
performing these initial setup actions, see one of the following chapters in the
Sun Blade 8000 Series Installation Guide:
■ Configure Factory-Installed Solaris 10 Operating System
■ Configure Factory-Installed Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Operating System
For additional information about factory-installed software, refer to this site:
http://www.sun.com/software/preinstall
Chapter 1 Sun Blade X8400 Hardware and Software Features 5
Managing the Sun Blade Server Module
With ILOM
Sun Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM) is system management firmware that
you can use to monitor, manage, and configure the Sun Blade server module. The
ILOM firmware is preinstalled on the service processor (SP) of each Sun Blade server
module and initializes as soon as you apply power to the system. You can access
ILOM through several interfaces, such as web browsers, a command-line interface
(CLI), a Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) interface, and an Intelligent
Platform Management Interface (IPMI). ILOM will continue to run regardless of the
state of the host operating system, making it a “lights-out” management system.
For information about configuring and using ILOM, refer to the Sun Blade 8000 Series
Online Information System (OIS). You can download this online information system
from: http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/coll/blade8000
Service Processor
The service processor (SP) is the ILOM firmware. It has its own Internet Protocol (IP)
address and media access control (MAC) address and is capable of operating
regardless of the state of the other system hardware. For instance, the Sun Blade
server module SP can operate whether the server module is fully operational,
powered-down, or in standby mode.
Chassis Monitoring Module
The Sun Blade Modular System, or chassis, has its own service processor, called a
chassis monitoring module (CMM). CMM ILOM is a modified version of ILOM
firmware that is preinstalled for the SP.
Before installing the Sun Blade server module, you should have already installed
and configured the CMM(s) in the Sun Blade 8000 Series Chassis. For more
information, refer to the Sun Blade 8000 Series Installation Guide at:
http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/doc/819-5647-15
Note – The URL presented above might change as updated versions of the Sun
Blade 8000 Series Installation Guide are posted to the Sun documentation site. To
ensure you locate the latest version of this guide, search for the title or part number
(819-5647) of the guide on the Sun documentation site (https://docs.sun.com).
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ILOM on the Server Module SP and CMM
ILOM supports two ways to manage a system: using the CMM or using the server
module’s SP directly.
■ Using the CMM SP – Managing the system from the CMM enables you to set up
and manage components throughout the entire chassis system, as well as to
manage an individual server module SP.
■ Using the Server Module SP – Managing the SP on a Sun Blade server module
enables you to manage operations on an individual server module. This approach
might be useful when troubleshooting a specific service processor, controlling
access to a specific server module, or installing operating system software to a
specific server module.
For detailed information about performing ILOM system management tasks, refer to
the ILOM section in the Sun Blade 8000 Series Online Information System (OIS). You
can download the Sun Blade 8000 Series OIS at:
http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/coll/blade8000
Chapter 1 Sun Blade X8400 Hardware and Software Features 7
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CHAPTER
2
Server Module Installation and
Power-On
After you have familiarized yourself with the features and components of the Sun
Blade X8400 Server Module, use the instructions in this chapter to install the server
into the Sun Blade 8000 or 8000 P Chassis.
This chapter contains the following topics:
■ “System Chassis Prerequisites” on page 10
■ “Handling the Server Module” on page 10
■ “Add Memory Modules to the Server Module” on page 11
■ “Add Hard Disk Drives to the Server Module” on page 15
■ “Install the Server Module Into the Chassis” on page 20
■ “Sun Blade Server Module Power-On Policy” on page 22
■ “Apply Main Power to Server Module SP Using the Power Button” on page 24
■ “Verify Server Module Power State” on page 23
■ “Attach Local Devices to Server Module” on page 25
9
System Chassis Prerequisites
The information in this chapter assumes the following:
■ The following chassis components have been installed into the Sun Blade 8000 or
8000 P Chassis.
■ Chassis Monitoring Module (CMM)
■ Network Express Modules (NEMs)
■ PCI Express ExpressModules (EMs) (not applicable for 8000 P Chassis)
■ All required cabling to the chassis are attached.
■ The system chassis is powered-on.
For information about installing chassis components, attaching cables, and powering
on the chassis, see the Sun Blade 8000 Series Installation Guide at:
http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/doc/819-5647-15
Note – The URL presented above might change as updated versions of the Sun
Blade 8000 Series Installation Guide are posted to the Sun documentation site. To
ensure you locate the latest version of this guide, search for the title or part number
(819-5647) of the guide on the Sun documentation site (http://docs.sun.com).
Handling the Server Module
Electronic equipment is susceptible to damage by static electricity. Use a grounded
antistatic wriststrap, footstrap, or equivalent safety equipment to prevent
electrostatic discharge (ESD) when you install the Sun Blade server module.
Caution – To protect electronic components from electrostatic damage, which can
permanently disable the system or require repair by Sun service technicians, place
components on an antistatic surface, such as an antistatic discharge mat, an antistatic
bag, or a disposable antistatic mat. Wear an antistatic grounding strap connected to
a metal surface on the chassis when you work on system components.
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Add Memory Modules to the Server
Module
The Sun Blade server modules are shipped with standard memory configurations.
If you ordered additional memory, a kit for the additional memory is shipped
separately.
About Memory Modules
The X8400 Server Module uses 2.5V error-correcting (ECC) high-capacity dual inline
memory modules (DIMMs). The DIMMs are built with double-data-rate
synchronous dynamic access memory (DDR SDRAM) that operates at a 400-MHz
clock frequency.
Memory capacities available include:
■ 1-Gbyte
■ 2-Gbyte
■ 4-Gbyte
Memory Module Configuration and Population
Order
TABLE 2-1 identifies the recommended memory configuration and population rules.
Chapter 2 Server Module Installation and Power-On 11
TABLE 2-1 Memory Module Configuration and Population Rules
Server Module Memory Module Configuration Rules
X8400 • Each X8400 CPU supports up to 4 DIMMs
• All X8400 DIMMs must be populated in pairs, for example:
•DIMM pair 0 = DIMM slots 0 and 1. These DIMM slots are the
farthest slots from the respective CPU.
•DIMM pair 1 = DIMM slots 2 and 3. These DIMM slots are the
nearest slots to the respective CPU.
• If the CPU has only a single DIMM pair, then you must install that
single DIMM pair into the farthest slot locations from the respective
CPU, which are slots 0 and 1.
For further installation instructions, see “Memory Module Installation” on page 12.
▼ Memory Module Installation
Before installing additional memory on the server module, you will need to gather
the following items:
■ Antistatic wrist strap and mat
■ Sun Blade server module
■ Memory kit
Follow these steps to add memory modules to a server module.
1. Locate and unpack the server module from its antistatic packaging.
Caution – Do not use the ejector latches to carry the server module. The ejector
latches should only be used to seat the server module in the chassis. They are not
designed to support the weight of the server module.
2. Remove the server module cover by performing the following steps:
a. Place the server module on a stable, antistatic work surface.
For example, place the server module on top of an antistatic mat; or, place the
server module on top of the server module’s plastic packaging.
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Type of Cover Description
Screws holding
cover in place
Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the four middle cover screws and
fully loosen the four captive screws.
b. Slide the cover up until the cover clears the tabs at the front of the server
module, then remove the cover.
3. Locate and attach the antistatic wrist strap.
Follow instructions provided with the wrist strap.
4. Locate and unpack the new from its antistatic container.
5. Ensure that the DIMM ejector levers are open (angled outward) then align the
DIMM notch to the DIMM connector key.
6. Using both thumbs, press the DIMM straight down into the DIMM connector
slot until both ejector levers close, locking the DIMM in the DIMM connector
slot.
Chapter 2 Server Module Installation and Power-On 13
Note – The DIMMs must be inserted evenly, straight down into the DIMM
connector slot, until the ejector levers lock into place.
Figure Legend
1. DIMM Connector Slot
2. DIMM Connector Key
3. DIMM Lever
7. Verify that the DIMM ejector levers are upright, seated, and tight. Press on the
ejector levers to ensure that they are engaged properly.
8. To install the second DIMM, repeat Steps 4 through 7.
9. To reinstall the server module cover, slide the cover under the tabs at the front
of the server module, then reinstall and tighten all screws.
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Add Hard Disk Drives to the Server
Module
The Sun Blade server module is shipped without hard disk drives (HDDs). As an
option, you can order and install up to two HDDs per server module. HDDs are
easily installed in the HDD bays (labeled HDD0-1) located on the front panel of the
server module (see figure below).
FIGURE 2-1 HDD Labels
Figure Legend
1 HDD 0 Label
2 HDd 1 Label
Note – Installation of a hard disk drive is not necessary if you are configuring the
server module to boot from an FC SAN device.
Tools and Supplies Needed
Before installing a hard disk into a server module, you will need to gather the
following items:
■ Installed Sun Blade server module
■ Supported hard disk drive (HDD)
■ 73-Gbyte (10K RPM) SAS Drive
Chapter 2 Server Module Installation and Power-On 15
■ 73-Gbyte (15K RPM) SAS Drive
■ 146-Gbyte SAS Drive
■ 80-Gbyte SFF SATA Drive
The server module is shipped with two HDD filler panels in slots labeled HDD0 and
HDD1.
Use the following procedures to remove the HDD filler panel from the server
module and to install the HDD into the vacant HDD slot of the server module.
Caution – If you are not installing a hard disk drive, do not remove the HDD filler
panel from the server module. The HDD filler panels are required to meet FCC
standards for EMI.
Caution – The following HDD procedures describe a new installation of a server
module in a powered-down chassis. The procedure is different if you are adding or
replacing a server module using a hot-plug operation. For more information about
server module hot-plug operations, see the service and hot-plug component topics in
the Sun Blade 8000 Series Online Information System at:
http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/coll/blade8000
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▼ Remove HDD Filler Panel
1. Unpack the server module (box labeled Sun Blade).
2. In the front of the server module, locate the HDD filler panel that you want to
remove. Note that the HDD filler panel ejector lever is in the closed position.
3. Push the HDD ejector lever button to unlatch the lever, then tilt the lever to
release the filler panel.
4. Holding the opened ejector lever, pull the ejector lever toward you and slide
the filler panel from the HDD slot.
Chapter 2 Server Module Installation and Power-On 17
▼ Install HDD Into the Server Module
1. Install the Sun Blade server module into a vacant chassis slot.
For details, see “Install the Server Module Into the Chassis” on page 20.
2. Locate and unpack the new HDD from its antistatic container.
3. Locate the vacant HDD slot on the server module.
Note – If you are installing a single configuration HDD that has a factory-installed
version of the Solaris 10 Operating System, you must install that factory-installed
Solaris HDD in Slot 0 (labeled HDD0). All factory-installed Solaris HDDs are
preconfigured as disk 0.
4. On the new HDD, push the disk drive ejector lever button on the front to
unlatch the lever, then tilt down the lever.
5. Align the HDD with the vacant HDD slot in the server module. Ensure that the
ejector lever is completely open.
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6. Slide the new HDD into the vacant HDD slot by pressing on the middle of the
HDD faceplate with your thumb or finger.
7. Ensure that the HDD ejector lever is two-thirds open (approximately 60 degrees
with respect to the faceplate) when sliding in the HDD into the slot.
Do not slide the HDD in all the way. Leave the HDD out approximately 0.25 to
0.50 inch from the opening.
8. Using your thumb or finger, press on the middle of the HDD front faceplate
until the ejector lever engages with the server module.
Pivot the ejector lever until it clicks into place and the lever becomes flush with
the HDD faceplate.
9. To install a second hard disk drive, repeat Steps 1 through 8.
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Install the Server Module Into the
Chassis
The Sun Blade 8000 Series Chassis supports up to 10 Sun Blade server modules.
The chassis arrives with nine filler panels installed in each server module slot
labeled BL1-9.
Figure Legend
1. Vacant server module slot labeled BL0
2. Nine server module filler panels in slots labeled BL1 to BL9
Caution – If you are not installing a server module into a slot, do not remove the
server module filler panel from the slot. The server module filler panel is required to
meet FCC standards for EMI.
Use the following procedures to remove a filler panel from a slot and to install a
server module into the corresponding vacant slot.
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FIGURE 2-2 Sun Blade 8000 Series Chassis With Filler Panels
Caution – The following procedure is for new installations in a powered-off chassis.
If you want to install or remove a server module using a hot-plug operation, see the
Service and Upgrades topics in the Sun Blade 8000 Series Online Information System at:
http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/coll/blade8000
▼ Remove Server Module Filler Panel
1. In the front of the chassis, locate the server module filler panel to be removed.
2. To unlatch the server module filler panel from the chassis, press the button on
the ejector lever handles at the top and bottom; then pivot out and raise the top
ejector lever and lower the bottom ejector lever.
3. Hold the ejector levers and pull the filler panel out of the chassis slot.
▼ Install Server Module Into Chassis Slot
1. Unpack the server module (box labeled Sun Blade), then locate the vacant
server module slot in the front of the chassis.
Caution – Do not use the ejector levers to carry the server module. The ejector
levers should only be used to seat the server module in the chassis. The levers are
not designed to support the weight of the server module.
2. Align the server module with the vacant server module slot. Ensure that the:
■ Server module indicator lights on the front panel are facing toward you.
■ Video, keyboard, and mouse connectors are at the bottom.
■ Server module ejector levers are fully opened.
Chapter 2 Server Module Installation and Power-On 21
3. Slide the server module into the vacant server module chassis slot.
As the ejectors make contact with the chassis, the bottom lever will start to rise,
and the top lever will start to lower.
4. Simultaneously close the ejector levers at the top and bottom of the server
module (lower the top ejector and raise the bottom ejector) until the levers lock
in place against the front of the server module.
Sun Blade Server Module Power-On
Policy
The server module power policy in ILOM determines the default power state of the
server module SP at boot time, for instance:
■ Initial server module power-on (out-of-box). When a server module powers on
for the first time in a Sun Blade system chassis it automatically receives standby
power. This power state indicates that the server module SP is active but the
server module host is powered OFF.
Note that main power to the host is required to fully operate the server. You can
apply main power to the server module (at initial setup) via the Power button on
the front panel of the server module. For more information, see “Apply Main
Power to Server Module SP Using the Power Button” on page 24.
■ Subsequent server module power-ons. By default, the blade SP power-on policy
in ILOM is set to automatically return to its previous power state. For instance:
■ If main power was the last operating power state, the server module would
automatically receive main power when inserted into a powered-on chassis.
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■ If standby power was the last operating power state, the server module would
automatically receive standby power when inserted into a powered-on chassis.
For more information about the blade SP power-on policy, see the following topics in
the Sun Blade 8000 Series Online Information System (OIS):
■ Blade SP Power-On Policy
■ Change Blade Power-On Policy
You can download the Sun Blade 8000 Series Online Information System at:
http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/coll/blade8000
▼ Verify Server Module Power State
1. Verify that the system chassis is powered on.
A solid green light should be visible from the chassis OK power LED on the front
and rear of the chassis.
If the chassis has not been powered on, see Verify System Chassis Is Powered On
in the Sun Blade 8000 Series Installation Guide for more information.
2. Determine whether the Sun Blade server module is receiving standby power or
main power:
■ Server Module SP - Standby Power. The OK power LED on the server module
front panel illuminates a standby blink (0.1 second on, 2.9 seconds off). This
OK power LED state indicates that the server module SP is active but the
server module host is powered OFF.
You can apply main power to the server module host via the server module
Power button (see “Apply Main Power to Server Module SP Using the Power
Button” on page 24) or ILOM remote power controls.
Note – If the server module host does not power on, you should verify that the
CMM is powered-on then reset the blade by pressing the Power button on the front
panel of the blade.
■ Server Module Host - Main Power. The OK power LED on the server module
front panel illuminates a green solid light. This OK power LED state indicates
the server module SP and host are both powered ON.
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Figure Legend
1. Server module OK LED
2. Server module Power button
▼ Apply Main Power to Server Module SP Using
the Power Button
1. Verify that standby power is on.
In standby power mode, the OK power LED on the front panel of the server
module blinks (0.1 second on, 2.9 seconds off).
2. Use a pointed object or stylus to press and release the recessed Power button on
the front panel of the server module.
When main power is applied to the host, the Power/OK LED above the Power
button displays a solid green light.
Troubleshooting the Server Module Power-On
State
If the server module is not receiving power, consider the following:
■ The server module SP power policy in ILOM determines whether or not main
power is applied to the blade SP at boot time. By default (out of the box), standby
power is automatically applied to the server module SP. For more information
about the server module SP power policy options, see the Blade SP Power Policy
topic in the Sun Blade 8000 Series Online Information System at:
http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/coll/blade8000
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■ The server module SP default power-on state prior to ILOM 1.1.5 is controlled in
the BIOS. The earlier server module BIOS firmware power-on state was shipped
enabled causing the server module to automatically power on with main power
upon receiving power from the chassis.
Note – Server module and EM connections are powered on and off as a pair. When
power is disabled on a server module, it is also disabled on its associated EM (if an
EM is configured). EMs are not supported in the Sun Blade 8000 P chassis.
Note – You can power server modules on or off from ILOM as soon as network
connectivity to the system is established. To power a server module on or off from
ILOM, connect to the server module IP address and log in to ILOM, then select
Remote Power -> Remote Power Control for the server module.
Attach Local Devices to Server Module
Each server module provides one VGA port, two USB ports, and one serial port.
These local server module ports enable direct communication with the server
module. For instance, the VGA and USB ports enable you to communicate with the
server module BIOS and OS. The server module serial port enables you to
communicate with the server module service processor, and also the host serial
COM1.
Direct management of an individual server is through the embedded server module
service processor, Sun Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM). Access to the server
module service processor is via the local serial port or the chassis monitoring
module (CMM) management network. For more information about server modulelevel or chassis-level management, see the Sun Blade 8000 Series Online Information
System at: http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/coll/blade8000
▼ Attach Local Serial Console to the Server
Module
Follow these steps to attach a local serial console to a Sun Blade server module.
1. Locate the serial console cable.
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2. Attach the serial console cable to the DB-9 SERIAL MGT port on the front
panel of the Sun Blade server module.
Figure legend
1. Serial management port on
front panel of server module
▼ Attach Local VGA Monitor to the Server Module
Prerequisite
■ The VGA resolution is fixed to 1024x768x60 Hz. Ensure that your VGA monitor
supports this resolution prior to connecting.
Follow these steps to attach a local VGA monitor to a Sun Blade server module.
1. Locate the VGA monitor cable.
2. Attach the VGA monitor cable to the VGA port on the front panel of the Sun
Blade server module.
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Figure Legend
1 VGA port on front panel of server module
▼ Attach USB Devices to the Server Module
You can attach any of the following local USB devices to a Sun Blade server module:
■ External media drives (CD/DVD and Floppy)
■ Mouse (or other pointing device)
■ Keyboard
Follow these steps to attach local USB devices to server module:
1. Locate the USB device.
Chapter 2 Server Module Installation and Power-On 27
2. Plug the USB device cable into one of the USB ports on the front panel of the
Sun Blade server module.
Figure Legend
1 Two USB ports on front panel of server module
What to Do Next
After installing the blade into the chassis and applying power to the blade, you
should proceed to the next section that describes how to configure an IP address for
the server module SP and how to establish initial communication with ILOM. For
more information, see Chapter 3 “Establish Communication With ILOM Server
Module SP” on page 29
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CHAPTER
3
Establish Communication With
ILOM Server Module SP
You can establish communication with the ILOM server module SP through a local
or remote console.
■ Local console. Connect a serial console to the local serial management port on the
server module or Sun Blade 8000 Series Chassis Monitoring Module (CMM). For
instructions on attaching a local serial console to the server module, see “Attach
Local Serial Console to the Server Module” on page 25.
or
■ Remote console. Attach a local area Ethernet network cable to the network
management port on the CMM. For more information about how to attach the
CMM management network cable, see “Attach CMM Management Network”
Cable in Chapter 4 of the Sun Blade 8000 Series Installation Guide (819-5647).
The type of connection you establish to ILOM determines which type of system
management tasks you can perform. For example, to remotely access the full range
of system management functionality in ILOM, you will require an Ethernet
connection to the CMM and an IP assignment for the CMM and the server module
SP.
Topics discussed in this chapter include:
■ “ILOM Connection Setup Worksheet” on page 30
■ “Assign IP Addresses to the Sun Server Module SP” on page 32
■ “Edit IP Address Assignments Using an Ethernet Management Connection” on
page 37
■ “Reset ILOM Root Account Password (changeme)” on page 40
29
ILOM Connection Setup Worksheet
Use the following worksheet in TABLE 3-1 to gather the information that you will
need to establish communication with ILOM.
TABLE 3-1 Initial Setup Worksheet to Establish Communication With ILOM
Information for Setup Requirement Description
Local Serial Console
Connection
Remote Ethernet
Management
Connection
Optional - if
using DHCP to
assign initial IP
address
If you are not utilizing a DHCP server to assign IP addresses to the server
SP or CMM, you must establish a local serial console connection to ILOM
via the serial management port on the server or Chassis Monitoring Module
(CMM).
For more information about how to attach a serial console to a server, see
Mandatory - if
DHCP server is
not utilized to
assign initial IP
address
“Attach Local Serial Console to the Server Module” on page 25.
Optional To access ILOM’s full range of management functionality, you must connect
your local area network to the network management port of on the CMM.
For more information, see “Attach CMM Network Management Cable” in
the Sun Blade 8000 Series Installation Guide.
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TABLE 3-1 Initial Setup Worksheet to Establish Communication With ILOM (Continued)
Information for Setup Requirement Description
SP IP Assignment Mandatory Decide whether to assign DHCP or static IP address(es) to the server SP(s).
All remote system management communication with ILOM is through the
server SP or CMM management network.
For information about how to assign an IP address, see the following topics:
•“Assign a Static IP Address to Server SP Using a Serial Connection” on
page 34
•“Assign DHCP IP Addresses Using an Ethernet Management
Connection” on page 33
ILOM Interface Mandatory When establishing (or modifying) an IP address on a server SP, you will use
one of the following ILOM interfaces:
•Command-line interface (CLI) - use to establish the initial IP address.If
an IP address has not been assigned to the server SP or CMM, you can
connect to ILOM to assign the IP address via a local serial console.
•Web interface - use to edit an existing IP address. If an IP address has
been assigned to the server SP or CMM and a LAN connection is
established to the MGT port, you can connect to ILOM to edit the
existing IP address(es) assigned via the web interface.
For more information about ILOM interfaces, consult the Sun Blade 8000
Series Online Information System.
ILOM Preconfigured
Admin Account
Mandatory
(first time
use)
Any user with a valid user account can access ILOM. The first time you
access ILOM, you will need to use the preconfigured ILOM Administrator
account.
The preconfigured Administrator account, known as root, cannot be
deleted or changed, other than resetting its password (changeme). This
account offers built-in administrative privileges (read and write access) to
all ILOM functions, features, and commands.
The first time you access ILOM, at the CMM level or server module level,
you will need to log in as root with the default password changeme. After
you have logged in to ILOM and established network connectivity to the
system, you should consider resetting the password (changeme) associated
with the ILOM root account. To prevent your system from unauthorized
access, reset this password on each server module (and CMM) installed in
the system chassis. For more information about resetting the ILOM root
account password, see “Reset ILOM Root Account Password (changeme)”
on page 40.
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Assign IP Addresses to the Sun Server
Module SP
Use the following procedures to assign IP addresses to the server module SP.
■ “Assign DHCP IP Addresses Using an Ethernet Management Connection” on
page 33
■ “Assign a Static IP Address to Server SP Using a Serial Connection” on page 34
Prerequisites
Prior to assigning IP addresses, you should have completed the following
installation tasks:
■ Serial connection requirements. If you are assigning an IP address via the serial
connection of the server module, you should have:
■ Established console access to the server module through a serial connection.
For details, see “Attach Local Devices to Server Module” on page 25 or see
“Attach Serial Console to Chassis Monitoring Module” in the Sun Blade 8000
Series Installation Guide.
■ Configured the following serial settings:
■ 8N1: eight data bits, no parity, one stop bit
■ 9600 baud
■ Disable hardware flow control (CTS/RTS)
■ Disable software flow control (XON/XOFF)
■ Ethernet Connection Requirements. If you are assigning an IP via the
management port on the CMM, you should have:
■ Attached your local network cable to the management port of the CMM.
■ Configured the CMM with an IP address. For information about assigning an
IP address to a CMM, see Chapter 5 in the Sun Blade 8000 Series Installation
Guide (819-5647).
■ If you intend to have DHCP IP addresses assigned, you need to have an
established DHCP server on the same local network as the Sun Blade 8000 Series
system. Setting up a DHCP server is out of the scope of this guide; see the
documentation supplied with the DHCP server software.
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▼ Assign DHCP IP Addresses Using an Ethernet
Management Connection
Follow these instructions when using DHCP to assign IP addresses.
1. Verify that your DHCP server is configured to accept new media access control
(MAC) addresses.
Consult the documentation supplied with your DHCP server software.
2. Verify that an Ethernet cable is plugged into the Ethernet port (NET MGT) port
on the CMM.
Note – Provided that ILOM was not configured previously with a static IP address,
ILOM automatically broadcasts a DHCPDISCOVER packet with the ID of its SP
network interface(s) MAC address(es). If ILOM was previously configured with a
static IP address, you must disable the static IP address setting on the Network
Settings tab. For more information about editing IP address settings, see “Edit
Existing IP Addresses in ILOM Using the Web Interface” on page 37 or “Edit
Existing IP Address(es) in ILOM Using the CLI” on page 38.
3. The DHCP server on your network returns the DHCPOFFER packet containing
the IP address and other information. The service processor then manages its
“lease” of IP addresses assigned by the DHCP server.
4. Use one of the following methods to obtain the DHCP IP address(es) assigned
to the SP network interface(s):
■ ILOM - CMM using a serial connection
Using a serial console attached to the rear panel of the CMM, log in to ILOM as
the Administrator. For example, at the Login prompt, you could type the
preconfigured Administrator user name root and its default password
changeme, then press Enter.
■ To set the working directory for the active CMM, type:
cd /CMM/network/CMM0
■ To view the active CMM IP address, type: show
■ To drill-down and view the IP addresses of each server module, type:
show /CH/BL0/SP/network
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Note – CMM0 represents the CMM installed in slot CMM0. BL0 represents the
server module installed in slot BL0. To specify the target CMM or server module ,
you must specify the slot number in which the module is installed. Server module
slots range from 0 to 9. CMM slots range from 0 to 1.
■ ILOM - Server SP using a serial connection
Using a serial console attached to the front panel of a server module , log in to
ILOM as the Administrator. For example, at the Login prompt, you could type the
preconfigured Administrator user name root and its default password
changeme, then press Enter.
■ To view the server module SP IP address, type: show /SP/network
■ DHCP server logs
For more information consult the DHCP server documentation.
▼ Assign a Static IP Address to Server SP Using a
Serial Connection
Follow these instructions when assigning a static IP address, using a serial
connection, to a server module SP
1. Establish a local serial console connection to the server SP.
Attach a serial console to the serial port on the server or CMM. For more
information, consult the user documentation provided with the Sun server
platform.
2. Configure the terminal or terminal emulator software to the following serial
parameters:
■ 8N1: eight data bits, no parity, one stop bit
■ 9600 baud
■ Disable hardware flow control (CTS/RTS)
■ Disable software flow control (XON/XOFF)
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3. Press Enter to establish a connection between the serial console and the SP
interface.
After a few moments, the ILOM Login prompt appears.
For example: <host name> Login:
4. Log in to ILOM as an Administrator by entering an Administrator user name
and password then press Enter.
Note – You can log in to ILOM using the preconfigured Administrator account
shipped with ILOM: Login = root; Password = changeme.
The default prompt appears (->) and the system is ready for you to run the CLI
commands to establish network settings.
5. Type the following command to set the working directory:
cd /SP/network
6. Use the following CLI commands to specify the IP, NetMask, and Gateway
addresses. Note that the last command in the table below (commitpending=
true) must be performed last.
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Command Description and Example
set pendingipaddress= Type this command followed by the static IP address that
you want to assign to the server SP.
For example, typing:
set pendingipaddress=129.144.82.26
would tell ILOM to assign 129.144.82.26 as the IP
address to the server SP.
set pendingipnetmask= Type this command followed by the static NetMask
address that you want to assign to the server SP.
For example, typing:
set pendingipnetmask=255.255.255.0 would tell
ILOM to assign 255.255.255.0 as the NetMask address
to the server SP.
set pendingipgateway= Type this command followed by the static gateway
address that you want to assign to the server SP.
For example, typing:
set pendingipgateway=129.144.82.254 would tell
ILOM to assign 129.144.82.254 as the Gateway
address to the server SP.
set pendingipdiscovery= Type the following command to tell ILOM that you want
to set a static IP address on the server SP.
set pendingipdiscovery=static
set commitpending=true Type this command (true) to assign the network settings
specified.
For example:
set pendingipaddress=129.144.82.26
set pendingipnetmask=255.255.255.0
set pendingipgateway=129.144.82.254
set pendingipdiscovery=static
set commitpending=true
Typically, after assigning (or changing) an IP address the connection made to
ILOM using the former IP address will time-out. Use the newly assigned IP
address to connect to ILOM.
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Edit IP Address Assignments Using an
Ethernet Management Connection
Use the following procedures to manage service processor(s) IP assignment(s) over
an Ethernet management connection:
■ “Edit Existing IP Addresses in ILOM Using the Web Interface” on page 37
■ “Edit Existing IP Address(es) in ILOM Using the CLI” on page 38
▼ Edit Existing IP Addresses in ILOM Using the
Web Interface
Follow these instructions using the ILOM web interface to edit existing IP
address(es) that have been assigned to a server SP or CMM.
1. Using a browser-based client, type the IP address of the server SP or CMM in
the browser address box then press Enter.
The ILOM Login screen appears.
2. In the ILOM Login screen, log in as an Administrator by entering an
administrator user name and password.
Tip – You can log in to ILOM using the preconfigured Administrator account
shipped with ILOM: root/changeme.
The ILOM interface appears.
3. In the right pane of the ILOM interface, click Configuration --> Network.
The Network Settings page for the server or CMM appears.
4. To edit IP addresses assigned to the SP interfaces, do the following:
a. Select the radio button for Use The Following IP Address.
b. Enter values for IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway in the text boxes.
Typically, after assigning (or changing) an IP address the connection made to
ILOM using the former IP address will time out. Use the newly assigned IP
address to connect to ILOM.
Chapter 3 Establish Communication With ILOM Server Module SP 37
▼ Edit Existing IP Address(es) in ILOM Using the
CLI
Follow these instructions when using the CLI to edit existing IP address(es) that
have been assigned to a server SP or CMM.
1. Establish a local serial console connection or SSH connection to the server SP
or CMM:
■ Local Serial Console Connection
Attach a serial console to the serial port on the server or CMM.
For more information, consult the user documentation provided with the Sun
server platform.
or
■ Remote - Secure Shell (SSH) Connection
Establish a Secure Shell connection to the server SP or CMM.
From the remote client, establish a secure connection as root to the server SP or
CMM. For example, you can establish a secure connection from a remote SSH
client to the server SP by typing the following:
ssh -l root <server_ip_address>
Password: changeme
The default prompt appears (->) and the system is ready for you to run the CLI
commands to establish network settings.
2. Type one of the following commands to set the SP working directory:
■ For a chassis server server module server module: cd /SP/network
■ For a chassis CMM in slot 0: cd /CMM/network/CMM0
■ For a chassis CMM in slot 1: cd /CMM/network/CMM1
3. Type the show command to view the IP address(es) assigned, for example:
■ For a chassis server module: show /CH/BLn/SP network
■ For a chassis CMM in slot 0: show /CMM/network/CMM0
■ For chassis CMM in slot 1: show /CMM/network/CMM1
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4. Type the following commands to change the existing IP address assigned. Note
that the last command in the table below (commitpending=true) must be
performed last.
Command Description and Example
set pendingipaddress= Type this command followed by the static IP address
that you want to assign to the server SP or CMM.
For example, typing:
set pendingipaddress=129.144.82.26
would tell ILOM to assign 129.144.82.26 as the IP
address to the server SP.
set pendingipnetmask= Type this command followed by the static NetMask
address that you want to assign to the server SP or
CMM.
For example, typing:
set pendingipnetmask=255.255.255.0 would tell
ILOM to assign 255.255.255.0 as the NetMask
address to the server SP (or CMM).
set pendingipgateway= Type this command followed by the static gateway
address that you want to assign to the server SP or
CMM.
For example, typing:
set pendingipgateway=129.144.82.254 would
tell ILOM to assign 129.144.82.254 as the Gateway
address to the server SP (or CMM).
set pendingipdiscovery= Type the following command to tell ILOM that you
want to set a static IP address on the server SP or CMM.
set pendingipdiscovery=static
set commitpending=true Type this command (true) to assign the network
settings specified.
For example:
set pendingipaddress=129.144.82.26
set pendingipnetmask=255.255.255.0
set pendingipgateway=129.144.82.254
set pendingipdiscovery=static
set commitpending=true
If you connected to ILOM through a remote SSH connection, the connection made
to ILOM using the former IP address will time out. Use the newly assigned IP
address to connect to ILOM.
Chapter 3 Establish Communication With ILOM Server Module SP 39
Reset ILOM Root Account Password
(changeme)
After establishing initial network connectivity to the CMM and blades, you should
reset the ILOM root account password (changeme) to prevent unauthorized access
to the system.
▼ Reset ILOM Root Account Password
To reset the changeme password, follow these steps.
1. Access ILOM at the chassis level by typing the IP address for the CMM (or SP
Server Module) in a web browser.
The ILOM Login screen appears.
2. In the ILOM Login screen, do the following:
a. Type the user name (root) and password (changeme).
b. Click Log in.
The ILOM web interface appears.
3. In the ILOM web interface, do the following:
■ To change the preconfigured Administrator password at the chassis level, click
the CMM in the left navigation pane, then proceed to Step 4.
■ To change the preconfigured Administrator password at the server module
level, click the appropriate server module in the left navigation pane, then
proceed to Step 4.
The tabbed pages for the CMM or server module appear at the top of the right
pane in the ILOM user interface.
4. In the ILOM user interface, click the tabs: User Management -> User Account.
The User Account page appears.
5. In the User Account page, select the radio button for root then click Edit.
A security message appears. Click OK to continue and the User Account dialog
box appears.
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6. In the User Account dialog box, do the following:
a. Select the box for Change.
b. In the Password text box, type the new password.
c. In the Confirm Password text box, type the new password again.
d. Click Save.
The new password identified in Step 6b and Step 6c is activated for the root
administrator account.
7. If necessary, repeat Step 2 through Step 6d to reset the password (changeme)on
each CMM and server module installed in the system chassis.
For information about creating new user accounts and assigning a role
(privileges) to a user account, see the System Management topics in the Sun Blade
8000 Series Online Information System (819-5846).
What to Do Next
After configuring an IP address for the Sun Blade server module and establishing a
connection to the ILOM server module SP you should:
■ Install an operating system on the Sun Blade server module. For details, see the
following chapters in the Sun Blade 8000 Series Installation Guide.
■ Configure Factory-Installed Solaris 10 Operating System
■ Install Solaris 10
■ Install Windows Server 2003
■ Install Linux
You can download the Sun Blade 8000 Series Installation Guide at:
http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/doc/819-5647-15
■ Perform routine maintenance as required. For more information, see the
following topics in the Sun Blade 8000 Series Online Information System.
■ ILOM
■ Service and Upgrades
■ BIOS Reference
■ Troubleshooting
You can download the Sun Blade 8000 Series Online Information System at:
http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/coll/blade8000
Chapter 3 Establish Communication With ILOM Server Module SP 41
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