Sun Microsystems Ultra Enterprise 3000 System Installation Manual

Ultra™ Enterprise™ 3000 System
Installation Guide

The Network Is the Computer

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Contents

1. Preparing for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

1.1 Unpacking and Preparing the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

1.2 Shipping and Storing the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

1.3 Preparing the Electrical Circuits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

1.4 Preparing the Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

1.5 Preparing the Ethernet Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

1.6 Preparing the Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

1.7 Using the User Naming Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

2. Cabling the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

2.1 Preparing the System for Cabling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

2.2 Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

2.3 Connecting the Network Cable to the System . . . . . . . . . 2-4

2.4 Connecting the System to the Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

2.5 Connecting an ASCII Terminal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

2.6 Connecting the Fiber Cable to the I/O Board. . . . . . . . . . 2-9

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2.7 Connecting External SCSI Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

3. Powering the System On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

3.1 Using JumpStart Automatic Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

3.2 Powering On the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

3.2.1 Reading Boot Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

3.2.2 Interpreting Status LED Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

3.3 Powering Off the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

4. Using the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

4.1 Operating System Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

4.2 Solstice SyMON Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Index-1

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Figures

Figure 1-1 Enterprise 3000 System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Figure 1-2 Types of Network Cables Used. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Figure 1-3 Example of 10/100BASE-T (Twisted-Pair) Ethernet . . . . . . . . 1-5

Figure 1-4 Standalone Server Access Areas — Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Figure 2-1 Key Switch Standby Position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Figure 2-2 AC Power Switch, Power Receptacle, and Retainer Clip . . . . 2-3

Figure 2-3 Network Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Figure 2-4 10/100BASE-T Ethernet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Figure 2-5 Connecting Twisted Pair Ethernet to N-type Coaxial Cable. . 2-6
Figure 2-6 Ethernet Cabling Length — Example Using N-type Cable. . . 2-7

Figure 2-7 Clock Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Figure 2-8 Fiber Cable and Fibre Card Connectors and Ports

on the I/O Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Figure 2-9 Onboard SCSI Connector on the I/O Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Figure 3-1 Key Switch Positions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Figure 3-2 AC Power and Clock Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Figure 3-3 CPU Reset Switch on Clock Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

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Figure 3-4 System Status LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

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Tables

Table 2-1 Ethernet Cabling Limitations for N-type Coaxial Cable . . . . . 2-6

Table 2-2 Internal SCSI Lengths (Approximate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

Table 3-1 Front Panel LED System Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

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UNIX Commands

Preface

The Ultra™ Enterprise™ 3000 System Installation Guide provides installation
instructions for the factory-configured 4-slot system. These instructions are
designed for an experienced system administrator with networking
knowledge.

This document may not include specific software commands or procedures.
Instead, it may name software tasks and refer you to operating system
documentation or the handbook that was shipped with your new hardware.

The types of tasks that you might need to use references for includes:

• Shutting down the system

• Booting the system

• Configuring devices

• Other basic software procedures

The references you can use include:

• Solaris 2.x Handbook for SMCC Peripherals contains Solaris™ 2.x software

commands.

• On-line AnswerBook™ for the complete set of documentation supporting

• Other software documentation and Platform Notes that you received with

the Solaris 2.x software environment.

your system.

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T ypographic Conventions

The following table describes the typographic changes used in this book.

Typeface or
Symbol Meaning Example

Shell Prompts

AaBbCc123 The names of commands,

files, and directories;
on-screen computer output

AaBbCc123 What you type, contrasted

with on-screen computer
output

AaBbCc123 Command-line placeholder:

replace with a real name or
value

AaBbCc123 Book titles, new words or

terms, or words to be
emphasized

Edit your .login file.
Use ls -a to list all files.

machine_name% You have mail.

machine_name% su
Password:

To delete a file, type rm filename.

Read Chapter 6 in the User’s Guide.
These are called class options.
You must be root to do this.

The following table shows the default system prompt and superuser prompt
for the C shell, Bourne shell, and Korn shell.

Shell Prompt

C shell machine_name%
C shell superuser machine_name#
Bourne shell and Korn shell $
Bourne shell and Korn shell

superuser

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Related Documents

The following documents contain topics that relate to the information
in the Ultra Enterprise 3000 System Installation Guide.

Application Title Part Number

Safety/EMI Ultra Enterprise System Cabinet Regulatory Compliance Manual 802-3846
Service Ultra Enterprise 3000 System Manual 802-3845
Software SMCC SPARC Hardware Platform Guide 802-5341

Solstice SyMON User’s Guide 802-5355

Options Ultra Enterprise Expansion Cabinet Installation and Service Manual 802-6084

Ultra Enterprise Board Installation Guide 802-5030
Ultra Enterprise CPU Installation Guide 802-5031
Ultra Enterprise SIMM Installation Guide 802-5032
Ultra Enterprise Peripheral Power Supply Installation Guide 802-5033
Ultra Enterprise Power/Cooling Module (PCM) Installation Guide 802-6244
Ultra Enterprise Disk Board Installation Guide 802-6740

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Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

Warning – This equipment contains lethal voltage. Accidental contact with
centerplane, card cage, and drive areas can result in serious injury or death.

Caution – Improper handling by unqualified personnel can cause serious

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damage to this equipment. Unqualified personnel who tamper with this
equipment may be held liable for any resultant damage to the equipment.

Individuals who remove any outer panels or open covers to access this
equipment must observe all safety precautions and ensure compliance with
skill level requirements, certification, and all applicable local and national
laws.

Procedures contained in this document must be performed by qualified
service-trained maintenance providers.

Note – Before you begin, carefully read each of the procedures in this manual.
If you have not performed similar operations on comparable equipment, do
not attempt to perform these procedures.

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Preparing for Installation

This chapter describes how to prepare your site for the Ultra Enterprise 3000
server system.

The tasks for installing the system are:

1. Unpacking the server — Chapter 1

2. Preparing the site — Chapter 1

3. Preparing the server — Chapter 1

4. Cabling — Chapter 2

5. Powering on — Chapter 3

6. Using the software — Chapter 4

Note – For information about physical specifications, electrical specifications,
and environmental requirements, refer to Appendix A, “Specifications,” in the

Ultra Enterprise 3000 System Manual.

1

1-1

1

Figure 1-1 Enterprise 3000 System

1.1 Unpacking and Preparing the System

Note – Inspect all shipping cartons for evidence of physical damage. If a
shipping carton is 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.

If the system is already unpacked, go to Section 1.3, “Preparing the Electrical
Circuits.”

Warning – The system can weigh up to 160 lbs (73 kg). To prevent personal

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injury, two people are needed to lift the system safely.

T ools

• #2 Phillips screwdriver

• Front door key (packed in a bag in the accessory box)

Follow graphic instructions on the shipping container to remove the system
from the container. Remove the front door key (also the keyswitch key) and
power cord from the shipping container. These are needed to power on the
system.

Note – Any unpacking instructions printed on the outside of the shipping
carton take precedence over information in this section.

1.2 Shipping and Storing the System

Save the original shipping containers and packing materials in case you need
to store or ship your system.

If you cannot store the shipping materials, recycle or dispose of the materials
properly. Consult your local recycling authority for information.

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1.3 Preparing the Electrical Circuits

In planning where to place your equipment, remember that each of the
following items require access (by way of a separate power cord) to a power
outlet:

• Enterprise 3000 system

• External peripherals

• Monitor used for diagnostics

The Enterprise 3000 system uses nominal input voltages of 100-120 VAC or
200-220 VAC. Sun products are designed to work with single-phase power
systems having a grounded neutral conductor.

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not plug Sun products into another
type of power source. Contact your facilities manager or a qualified electrician
if you are unsure what type of power is supplied to your building.

Preparing for Installation 1-3

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1.4 Preparing the Air Conditioning

For the most reliable system operation:

• The room should have sufficient air conditioning capacity to support the

cooling needs of the entire system.

• The air conditioning system should have controls that prevent excessive

temperature changes.

Refer to Appendix A, “Specifications,” in the Ultra Enterprise 3000 System

Manual for environmental information.

1.5 Preparing the Ethernet Network

The Enterprise 3000 system follows the IEEE standard for 10/100BASE-T
Ethernet (twisted-pair) or MII (Media Independent Interface).

Twisted-pair cables used with Sun Microsystems products have RJ-45
connectors that resemble the smaller RJ-11 connectors used for modular
telephone cables. For twisted-pair cable length, see Chapter 2, Table 2-1.

A MII to AUI converter cable, available from Sun, enables the 10/100 Mbps
Ethernet interface to run over 10 Mbps coaxial Ethernet networks. Other MII
Ethernet connectivity products are available from third parties.

Figure 1-2 and Figure 1-3 illustrate types of network cables and possible
implementations of 10/100BASE-T Ethernet.

Set up the network using Sun or third party components. To obtain the best
results, read any applicable manufacturer instructions. Be aware that Sun
Microsystems cannot guarantee the performance of any components that are
not purchased from Sun.

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Ethernet cable

Transceiver drop cable
(coaxial or optical fiber)

Figure 1-2 Types of Network Cables Used

Coaxial cable or
optical fiber

Tap

Workstation

Vampire tap or N-type connectors

Transceiver

Hardware interface

10/100BASE-T
twisted-pair cable

Network cable

Concentrator hub

Server

Tap

Concentrator hub

Twisted-pair cable

Figure 1-3 Example of 10/100BASE-T (Twisted-Pair) Ethernet

Note – Multiplexer boxes require a transceiver when used with the Ethernet
applications described in this manual. Although these transceivers are
compatible with Sun equipment, Sun Microsystems does not guarantee the
performance of any component that was not purchased from Sun.

Preparing for Installation 1-5

Server

1

Many transceivers are compatible with both level-1 and level-2 Ethernet. To
operate these transceivers with Sun equipment, set the device for level-2
operation following the manufacturer’s instructions.

Sun equipment conforms to the Ethernet 10/100BASE-T standard, which states
that the 10/100BASE-T Link Integrity Test function should always be enabled
on both the host and the hub. If you have problems verifying connection
between Sun equipment and your hub, verify that your hub also has the link
test function enabled. Refer to Section 8.6.1, “Failure of Network
Communications,” in the Ultra Enterprise 3000 System Manual (p/n 802-6051),
and refer to the manual provided with your hub.

1.6 Preparing the Area

Use the following guidelines to prepare a location for your server.

• The server unit requires approximately 1.5 feet (47 cm) of space in the front

• A minimum space of 6 inches (16 cm) is required on both sides of the server

and back for access by service personnel. See Figure 1-4.

to afford adequate air flow.

Warning – To avoid exhaust air recirculation, do not put systems or

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peripherals next to each other, side by side.

• Keep power and interface cables clear of foot traffic. Route cables inside

walls, under the floor, through the ceiling, or in protective channels. Route
interface cables away from motors and other sources of magnetic or radio
frequency interference.

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6 inches

on each side

Figure 1-4 Standalone Server Access Areas — Top View

1.7 Using the User Naming Area

To display the name of the server, IP address, owner, or other important
information on the front of the machine:

1

1.5 feet access at rear

Standalone

system

1.5 feet access at front

1. Remove the front bezel.

Refer to Chapter 12, “Preparing for Service,” in the Ultra Enterprise 3000
System Manual (Section 12.3.1, “Front Bezel”).

2. Snap out the narrow transparent window.

From the rear side of the bezel, gently squeeze the top and bottom edges
together as you simultaneously push the transparent window out through
the front of the bezel.

3. Choose the information that will appear on the label.

Common items include the name of the server, IP address, name and contact
information for the system administrator, and the group of users that the
machine services.

4. Use the colored paper provided with the system to make a label.

The available area for the paper label is 12 mm x 150 mm (0.5 in. x 5.9 in.).
Print or write the desired information in an area this size and cut the label to
fit the transparent window.

5. Place the paper label inside the window, and snap the window back in

place from the front side of the bezel.

Preparing for Installation 1-7

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Cabling the System

This chapter contains procedures for connecting the power cord to the AC
power supply and instructions for cabling the system.

2.1 Preparing the System for Cabling

Make sure the server is in an area that allows access to both the front and rear
of the chassis. This site should conform to site preparation guidelines and
specifications covered in Chapter 1.

2.2 Connecting the Power Cord

1. Use the handle on the front of the Enterprise 3000 system to pull the front

door open.

2. Locate the system key switch in the upper right corner, insert the key

provided with your system, and turn the key switch to (the Standby
position).

See Figure 2-1.

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2-1

2

Standby

Figure 2-1 Key Switch Standby Position

3. Turn the AC power switch to Off.

This switch is at the rear of the system, on the peripheral power supply/AC
(PPS/AC) that is installed in the far left corner. See Figure 2-2.

4. Connect the female end of the power cord into the AC connector.

This connector is at the rear of the system, on the PPS/AC, just below the
AC power switch. See Figure 2-2.

5. Route the power cord through the power cord retainer clip.

A plastic clip is attached to the back support bracket. See Figure 2-2.

a. Use a Phillips screwdriver to open the plastic retainer clip.

Remove the screw.

b. Place the power cord inside the open clip.

c. Replace the screw to reattach the retainer clip to the support bracket.

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6. Connect the male end of the power cord into a grounded outlet.

The outlet must be a 100-120 or 220-240 VAC 15A circuit.

AC power switch

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AC connector

Support bracket

Retainer clip

Figure 2-2 AC Power Switch, Power Receptacle, and Retainer Clip

Caution – Do NOT turn on power to the unit yet. Doing so can cause system
damage to occur.

7. Continue with Section 2.3 and Section 2.4 to connect the system to the

network. See Sections 2.5 through 2.7 for further cabling instructions.

Cabling the System 2-3

2

2.3 Connecting the Network Cable to the System

The locations specified in the following instructions assume the use of twisted­pair 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet.

1. Locate the network cable.

Figure 2-3 shows the twisted-pair Ethernet network cable.

Figure 2-3 Network Cable

2. Connect one end of the network cable into the RJ-45 twisted-pair network

port.

For 10/100BASE-T Ethernet, the default interface port is the onboard
connector on the I/O board in slot 1. See Figure 2-4.

Figure 2-4 10/100BASE-T Ethernet Connection

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Ethernet port

2.4 Connecting the System to the Network

1. Connect the network cable to a twisted-pair-to-transceiver interface box.

2. Connect the interface box with an appropriate cable to a network

transceiver.

Figure 2-5 shows a typical arrangement for connecting the system to an
Ethernet network.

3. For Ethernet cables, determine if the cable has N-type screw-on

connectors at the ends.

• If the Ethernet cable lacks N-type connectors at the ends, use a “vampire”

tap to connect the cable to the transceiver. See Figure 2-5. To connect the
cable to the transceiver, use instructions provided with the vampire tap.

• If the Ethernet cable has N-type connectors, connect the Ethernet cable to

the transceiver:

a. Screw the Ethernet coaxial cable into one of the round screw-on type

connectors on the transceiver.

Use either one of the transceiver connectors.

b. Screw the other Ethernet coaxial cable into the other round screw-on

type connector on the transceiver.

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4. Determine if a terminator should be installed. Table 2-1 lists the cabling

5. If termination is required, install a 50-ohm terminator in the unused

Cabling the System 2-5

limitations for Ethernet.

transceiver N connector or the end of the coaxial cable. Use a female
double N-type connector.

Figure 2-5 shows the elements used in the installation process.

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Ethernet cable

Vampire tap or N-type connectors

Transceiver

Server

Transceiver drop cable
(coaxial or optical fiber)

Hardware interface

10/100BASE-T
twisted-pair cable

Figure 2-5 Connecting Twisted Pair Ethernet to N-type Coaxial Cable

Table 2-1 lists the cabling limitations for Ethernet.

T able 2-1 Ethernet Cabling Limitations for N-type Coaxial Cable

Cable Segment Length in Meters

Allowed contiguous length of cable segments 23.4

70.2

117.0

1

500.0
Distance between transceivers (multiples-of) 2.5
Minimum length of Ethernet coaxial cable segments 23.4

2

Maximum length of transceiver “drop” cable 50.0
Minimum length of twisted pair cable no minimum
Maximum length of twisted pair cable 110

1. Finite lengths (as constrained by transmission line phenomena). Minimum length = 23.4M; maximum = 500M.

If cable falls shorter than one of these values, add cable to achieve next-highest value.

2. Transceivers ar e placed at intervals of 2.5 meters, or multiples of 2.5 meters along the Ethernet cable.

Example: transceivers are connected 2.5 meters apart, not 2.0 meters.
Example: transceivers are connected 15 meters apart (6 multiples of 2.5 meters), not 14.0 meters.

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Figure 2-6 shows an example of a typical network setup. The Enterprise 3000
system can be any server shown in this figure.

Transceiver

Transceiver drop cable

Twisted pair cable

Server or workstation

Note: 5 Meters + 15 Meters + 3.4 Meter Extension = 23.4 Meters minimum length allowed.

5 Meters

Figure 2-6 Ethernet Cabling Length — Example Using N-type Cable

Transceiver Transceiver

Server or workstation Server or workstation

15 Meters

Note – Sun equipment conforms to the Ethernet 10/100BASE-T standard,
which states that the 10/100BASE-T Link Integrity Test function should always
be enabled on both the host and the hub. If you have problems verifying
connection between Sun equipment and your hub, verify that your hub also
has the link test function enabled. Refer to Section 8.6.1, “Failure of Network
Communications,” in the Ultra Enterprise 3000 System Manual (p/n 802-6051),
and refer to the manual provided with your hub for more information about
the Link Integrity Test function.

3.4 Meter
Extension

Terminator

6. If all cables are connected, power on the system.

2.5 Connecting an ASCII T erminal

An ASCII terminal (or workstation) must be attached to the server to display
diagnostic messages produced by the firmware (power-on self test /POST or
OpenBoot™ PROM/OBP) program. A terminal is not required for normal
server operations, so it may be necessary to find a terminal to connect to the
server.

1. Connect the terminal cable into serial port A on the clock board.

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See Figure 2-7.

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Serial port A

Figure 2-7 Clock Board

2. Connect the terminal power cord into an AC wall outlet.

3. Configure the ASCII terminal as follows:

• 9600 bps

• 1 stop bit

• 8 data bits

• Parity off

• Full duplex

Refer to the instruction manual shipped with the terminal for specific
configuration instructions.

Note – The setup parameters listed in Step 3 may differ from the setup at the
customer site. These parameters can be changed in the NVRAM. Refer to the
set-defaults and printenv commands in the OpenBoot Command Reference
manual, p/n 801-7076.

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2.6 Connecting the Fiber Cable to the I/O Board

1. Remove the two plastic caps that cover the cable connector on the FC/OM

module.

2. Remove the plastic cap covering the ends of the fiber cable.

3. Connect one end of the fiber cable into the FC/OM module installed on

the I/O board.

Align the notch in the cable connector with the key notch in the module
connector. See Figure 2-8.

4. Connect the other end of the fiber cable into the FC/OM connector on the

SPARCstorage Array (or other storage device with fiber optics interface)
rear panel.

Align the notch in the cable connector with the notch in the connector on the
storage device rear panel.

Notch on
fiber cable

2

Key notch
in module
connector

Fibre card connector

Fiber

0

Fiber

1

A

B

Connect cable through
Port A (Fiber 0) or
Port B (Fiber 1)

Figure 2-8 Fiber Cable and Fibre Card Connectors and Ports on the I/O Board

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2.7 Connecting External SCSI Devices

External SCSI-2 devices connect to your system through the built-in single­ended Fast/Wide SCSI-2 port on I/O boards (except for the board in slot 1), or
through FSBE/S, DSBE/S, SWIS/S, or DWIS/S SBus cards installed on I/O
boards.

Note – The onboard SCSI-2 bus on the I/O board in slot 1 controls internal
SCSI tray devices. Therefore, the external SCSI connector on the I/O board in
slot 1 must always have a terminator installed.

Note – The maximum combined length for a string of SCSI cables is six meters
for non-differential cables. For differential SCSI cables, the maximum is 25
meters.
When calculating the total length of a SCSI string, include external cables,
internal cables, and printed traces. Table 2-2 lists internal measurements for the
Enterprise servers.

Table 2-2 Internal SCSI Lengths (Approximate)

Location Internal Length

SBus I/O board 0.43 meter
Graphics I/O board 0.43 meter

For information on device addressing, priorities, and slot assignments, refer to
Appendix D, “Rules for System Configuration” in the Ultra Enterprise 3000
System Manual, p/n 802-6051.

Caution – Risk of equipment damage. Do not assign the same SCSI address to

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two devices sharing the same SCSI bus or SBus card.

To connect an external SCSI device to your system:

1. Connect a SCSI cable to the appropriate SCSI-2 host on the I/O board.

• For the I/O board in slot 1, this is an SBus card installed in an appropriate

SBus slot.

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• For I/O boards in slots 2 through 4, use the onboard SCSI-2 port or an

SBus card installed in an appropriate SBus slot.

Figure 2-9 shows the location of the onboard SCSI connector on the I/O
board.

Fast/wide onboard SCSI-2,
68-pin connector

Figure 2-9 Onboard SCSI Connector on the I/O Board

2. Connect the other end of the SCSI cable to the external SCSI-2 device.

3. Power on the system and test the server.

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Powering the System On and Off

This chapter contains information about powering the system on and off,
reading boot messages, and interpreting system status by viewing the LEDs.

3.1 Using JumpStart Automatic Installation

The Enterprise 3000 system can use the JumpStart™ automatic installation
feature that is described in installation documents for Solaris software. The
software that enables this feature is present on a hard disk in your system if the
system was built at the factory with internal disk boards or disk trays.

JumpStart will run only when the system is powered on for the first time.

Caution – JumpStart may incorrectly install the system as a standalone

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workstation. You should prevent JumpStart automatic installation from
proceeding if the appropriate server-specific configuration information is not
in place. Information about the JumpStart feature is on a card titled “JumpStart
Installation Instructions” that is provided with the system documentation.

To prevent JumpStart installation from occurring unintentionally:

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• Do not connect the system to a network when you power it on initially.

• Do not place a Solaris release CD-ROM in a drive when you first power on

the machine.

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Note – If JumpStart automatic installation begins unintentionally, interrupt it
by pressing “L1-A” (Stop-A) or “Break” (on ttya). Perform a manual
installation when you are ready.

If JumpStart completes the installation incorrectly, you may need to reinstall
Solaris 2.x manually.

3.2 Powering On the System

Note – It is advisable to connect an ASCII terminal to the system during
installation. See Section 2.5, “Connecting an ASCII Terminal,” for terminal
settings and connections.
Observe the yellow (middle) LED on the front panel. It should go off when
boot completes. If it remains lit, observe the terminal screen for boot messages
produced by the firmware diagnostic program during power on.

To power on the Enterprise 3000 system:

1. Begin with a safety inspection of the system.

a. Use the handle on the front of the system to pull the front door open.

b. Turn the system key switch to (the Standby position).

See Figure 3-1.

c. Turn the AC power sequencer power switch to Off.

The AC power sequencer is at the rear of the enclosure. See Figure 3-2.

d. Verify that the AC power cord is plugged into a wall socket.

Caution – Do not disconnect the power cord from the wall socket when

working on the server. This connection provides a ground path that prevents
damage from uncontrolled electrostatic discharge.

2. Turn on power to any expansion cabinets.

Read the documentation supplied with each type of expansion cabinet for
specific instructions.

3. Turn on the terminal (if applicable).

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4. Turn the AC power sequencer power switch to On.

See Figure 3-2.

5. Turn the key switch to the On position.

See Figure 3-1. You should see and hear several things happen:

Locked

3

Standby

Diagnostics

Legend:
Locked = Normal power ON in secure mode

Diagnostics = Normal power ON with full
On = Normal power ON

Standby = OFF; no DC power

Figure 3-1 Key Switch Positions

On

diagnostics

• The fans in the power supplies begin turning.

• The top front panel LED (green) turns on immediately denoting the power

supply is delivering DC power.

• The middle front panel LED (yellow) flashes while POST runs for

approximately 60 seconds. After 60 seconds, this LED turns off if the tests
pass. If the LED remains lit after 60 seconds, a test has failed.

• The bottom front panel LED (green) flashes to show that boot is successful

and the operating system is running. If this LED fails to turn on and the
middle LED is on, a severe hardware fault exists.

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Warning – Never move the system when the power is on. Failure to heed this
warning may result in catastrophic disk drive failure. Always power the
system off before moving it.

Clock board

AC power switch

AC connector

Figure 3-2 AC Power and Clock Board

6. Watch the terminal screen for error messages from the firmware diagnostic

program.

POST (power-on-self test) tests subassemblies and some interface paths
between subassemblies.

At the conclusion of testing, firmware automatically attempts to reconfigure
the system, omitting any parts of the system that have failed diagnostics.

If there are no faults, or if firmware completes a successful reconfiguration
in response to detected faults, the system boots.

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Note – If faulty parts are detected and configured out of the working system,
you and the system manager must decide whether to operate the system until
replacement parts arrive, or to halt operation. Also, if a faulty component
cannot be replaced in the field, the entire subassembly (like the system board)
must be replaced.

7. To restart firmware, or if the system hangs, press the CPU reset switch on

the clock board.

See Figure 3-3.

Figure 3-3 CPU Reset Switch on Clock Board

3.2.1 Reading Boot Messages

Use the boot software messages to verify that all options are installed and
recognized by the system. After firmware completes the system self-test, a
message similar to the following will appear on your screen. The message lists
hardware detected in the system.

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CPU reset switch

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Note – This screen display is an example only. The actual message displayed
on the screen will depend on the software running on your system.

4-slot Ultra Enterprise 3000, Keyboard Present
OpenBoot -.- FCS, --- MB memory installed, Serial #---.
Ethernet address -:-:--:-:--:--, Host ID: ------.

If firmware indicates a hardware problem at this time, refer to the
Ultra Enterprise3000 System Manual, Part 3, “Troubleshooting,” for further
instructions.

Boot the system using the procedure that is appropriate for your operating
system. See the Preface, “UNIX Commands” for a reference to documentation
that describes this procedure.

3.2.2 Interpreting Status LED Patterns

If there is no terminal on the system, basic system status information is
available on the front panel LEDs, as shown in Figure 3-4.

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Figure 3-4 System Status LEDs

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DC power
(green)

Fault (yellow)
System running

(green)

After boot, check the status of the system by inspecting system status LEDs on
the front panel. See Figure 3-4 and Table 3-1, which summarizes LED status
indications.

Table 3-1 Front Panel LED System Status

LED Position Condition

Left LED (green) On — the power supply is delivering DC power
Middle LED

(yellow)

Right LED
(green)

On flashing — (first 60 seconds of AC power) self tests are
running
Off — (after self tests end) no hardware failures detected
On — (after self tests end) hardware failure was detected

Off — (first 60 seconds of AC power) self tests are running
On flashing — (after self tests end) system is running
Off — (after self tests end) system cannot run; repair is needed

Ideally, when self-test completes, both top and bottom LEDs are on. Less ideal
is if all LEDs are on (system needs service, but is able to run). The worst
condition is if the top and middle LEDs are on (system cannot boot), or if no
LED is on.

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3.3 Powering Off the System

Before turning off the system power, you must halt the operating system. See
the Preface, “UNIX Commands,” to find references if you need help with the
commands for this task or other system administration procedures.

Note – Failure to halt the operating system properly can cause the loss of disk
drive data.

Note – Do not disconnect the terminal while the system is running.

Caution – To avoid damaging internal circuits, do not disconnect or connect

any cable while power is applied to the system.

To shut down the system:

1. Notify users that the system is going down.

2. Back up the system files and data to tape, if necessary.

3. Halt the system using the appropriate commands. Refer to the Solaris

Handbook for SMCC Peripherals that corresponds to your operating system.

4. Wait for the system-halted message and the boot monitor prompt.

5. Pull on the handle to open the system front door.

6. Locate the system keyswitch in the upper right corner, and turn the key

switch to the Standby position (fully counterclockwise).

See Figure 3-1.

7. Turn off the system power in this order:

a. External drives and expansion cabinets (if any)

b. System AC power switch (see Figure 3-2)

c. Terminal

For more system administration information on methods for shut-down and
backup, see the Preface, “UNIX Commands” for references to documentation
that describes these procedures.

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Using the Software

This chapter contains information about software for your Enterprise 3000
system.

4.1 Operating System Software

Refer to the operating system documentation that came with your system.

4.2 Solstice SyMON Software

Solstice™ SyMON™ features a graphical user interface (GUI) display that
shows various graphs reflecting system status.

Solstice SyMON, intended to complement network-wide and enterprise-wide
system management tools, is accessible through an SNMP interface from
network tools such as Solstice SunNet Manager™.

Refer to the online Solstice SyMON User ’s Guide, p/n 802-5355, for starting and
operating instructions.

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Index

A

AC power

cord, connecting, 2-2

switch, 2-3, 3-2
air conditioning needs, 1-4
ASCII terminal

cabling and setup, 2-7

removal, 3-8
automatic installation, JumpStart, 3-1

B

boot messages, 3-5

C

cabling

ASCII terminal, 2-7

Ethernet, length, 2-7

fiber, 2-9

network, 2-4

power, 2-1

preparing for, 2-1

SCSI, 2-10

twisted-pair, 1-4
cautions

notes, warnings, xiii

SCSI bus, SBus, 2-10

clearance, system, 1-6
connecting

power cord, 2-2

cord, power, 1-3

D

duplicate addresses, caution, 2-10

E

error messages

POST, 3-2
terminal, 3-2

Ethernet

cable

length, 2-7
limitations, 2-6

preparing for, 1-4

F

fiber cable, 2-9

H

halting the system, 3-8

Index-1

I

installation, preparing for, 1-1

J

JumpStart installation program, 3-1

K

keys, location, 1-3

L

LEDs

status, 3-7
lifting the server, 1-2
limitations, cable, Ethernet, 2-6
link test function, 1-6, 2-7

M

messages

boot, 3-5

error, 3-2
MII connector, 1-4

N

naming, server, IP address, etc., 1-7
network

cabling, 2-4 to 2-5

site preparation, 1-4

transceiver, 1-6
notes, cautions, warnings, xiii

P

POST

error messages, 3-2

program, 2-7

reconfiguration of system, 3-4
power

cabling, 2-1

cord, location, 1-3

off the system, 3-8

on the system, 3-2
power-on self-test See POST
precaution, automatic installation

JumpStart, 3-1

preparing

electrical circuits, 1-3

for cabling, 2-1

for installation, 1-1

R

reconfiguration, system, POST, 3-4
remove

ASCII terminal, 3-8
reset switch

usage of, 3-5

S

SBus

caution, 2-10
SCSI

bus, caution, 2-10

cabling, 2-10
shipping and storing, 1-3
site preparation

air conditioning, 1-4

area, 1-6

network, 1-4
software, using, 4-1
Solstice SyMON, 4-1
status LEDs, 3-7
switch

AC, 2-3, 3-2

reset, 3-5
system clearance, 1-6

T

test, link test, 2-7
transceiver, network, 1-6
TTY terminal, See ASCII terminal
twisted-pair cable, 1-4

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U

unpacking, 1-2

W

warnings, notes, cautions, xiii

Index-3

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