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SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide Part No.: E41215-05 December 2014...
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Understanding the Firmware and Software Environment 14 OpenBoot Oracle ILOM 15 Oracle Solaris OS 16 Oracle VM Server for SPARC 17 Oracle Enterprise Manager Ops Center 17 Preparing the Site 19 Site Preparation Checklist 19 General Installation Site Guidelines 22...
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Preparing the Unloading Route and Unpacking Area 53 Shipping Container Dimensions 54 Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements Access Route Guidelines 55 Unpacking Area 57 Planning Network Addresses 59 Mandatory Cable Connections and Network Addresses 59 SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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SP Cables 60 SP Network Addresses 64 PDomain Cables and Network Addresses 65 PCIe Network Interface Cards 65 Oracle VM Server for SPARC Network Addresses 66 Preparing for Installation 67 Handling Precautions 67 ESD Precautions 68 Oracle Safety Information 69 Equipment Needed for Installation 69 ▼...
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▼ Log In to the Active SP 148 ▼ Set Oracle ILOM Network Addresses 150 ▼ Set the Altitude of the Server 153 ▼ Power On the Server 154 SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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Oracle Solaris OS Configuration Parameters 156 Additional Software Configuration and Testing 157 Glossary 159 Index 165 Contents...
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SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Using This Documentation This document provides site planning information and installation instructions for the SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 servers from Oracle. This document is written for technicians, system administrators, and authorized service providers who have advanced experience working with similar products.
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Understanding the Server These topics list the installation tasks, provide an overview of the server, and highlight the key components. Description Links Review the tasks required to install the “Installation Task Overview” on page 1 server. Review the main server features. “Server Overview”...
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Make a serial connection to the SP, power “Powering On the Server for the First Time” on page 141 on, and configure the server for the first time. Related Information Server Administration ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Feature Description Processor SPARC M5-32 server: 8 to 32 SPARC M5 processors, each with 6 cores and 8 threads per core SPARC M6-32 server: 8 to 32 SPARC M6 processors, each with 12 cores and 8 threads per core...
• Slow blink – A normal but transitory activity is taking place. Slow blinking might indicate that system diagnostics are running or that the system is booting. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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• Steady on, green – One or both of the SPs have initialized and can be accessed through the Oracle ILOM CLI or web interface. • Blink, green – SPs are initializing the Oracle ILOM firmware. ESD grounding jacks The server has four 4-mm ESD grounding jacks (two on each panel) where you can attach antistatic wrist straps prior to installing the server (see “Attach an...
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Description Front LED panel, containing LEDs, key switch, and ESD grounding jacks Power supply Fan module (FM) Leveling feet Power system distribution board (PSDB) Service processors (SP) Clock board Scalability switch boards (SSB) Mounting brackets Related Information “Rear Components” on page 8 ■...
Description Left cable management bracket I/O boards Service processor proxies (SPP) CPU memory units (CMU) Leveling feet AC input filters (power cord connectors) Right cable management bracket PCIe hot-plug carrier for low-profile PCIe cards Express module SAS (EMS) Hard drives Rear LED board, containing LEDs and ESD grounding jacks Mounting brackets Related Information...
The two redundant SPs enable you to actively manage and monitor the components in the server independent of the Oracle Solaris OS. The four SPPs off-load some of the work from the two SPs. The SPs and SPPs work together to provide a single management environment to all of the server components.
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DCU Locations (Rear of Server) FIGURE: Understanding the Server...
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EMS modules, and drives. Contact your Oracle Sales representative for specific ordering details. A fully-populated DCU contains four CMUs, and a half-populated DCU contains two CMUs. Each DCU can contain the following components. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
• Half-populated: CMU 12 and CMU 15 • SPP 3 • IOU 3 A PDomain can contain one to four DCUs. Using Oracle ILOM commands, you can combine DCUs into PDomains. Refer to the administration guide for instructions on creating and administering PDomains.
SPARC M6-32 Servers animation Understanding the Firmware and Software Environment The server is preinstalled with the following software and firmware. “OpenBoot” on page 15 ■ “Oracle ILOM” on page 15 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Oracle ILOM Oracle ILOM is the system management firmware that is preinstalled on the server’s SPs. Oracle ILOM enables you to manage and monitor the components in the server through either a web-based or command-line interface. The Oracle ILOM firmware runs independently of the PDomains, even when PDomains are not powered-on and actively running an operating system.
When powering on the server for the first time, use the Oracle ILOM firmware command-line interface to configure the server. After the initial configuration, use the Oracle ILOM command-line or web interface for all additional maintenance and administration tasks. For information about the server-specific Oracle ILOM tasks, refer to Server Administration.
Oracle VM Server for SPARC The server is preinstalled with Oracle VM Server for SPARC software. Use this software to create virtual servers called logical domains, which run their own independent operating systems and use a defined portion of the available server resources.
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For instructions on deploying and managing the server using the software, refer to the Discovering and Managing Oracle SPARC M5 and M6 Server guide. Find this guide, as well as guides for deploying Oracle VM Server for SPARC logical domains and Oracle Solaris Zones, by selecting the Deploy How To tab on the documentation library.
Preparing the Site Prepare to install the server at the installation site. Task Link Review the high-level site preparation checklist and “Site Preparation Checklist” on page 19 installation site guidelines before you begin. “General Installation Site Guidelines” on page 22 Confirm that the physical site is ready to receive the “Reviewing the Physical Specifications”...
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“Reviewing the Physical Specifications” on page Is the data center or server room located in a secured location? Refer to the SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Security Guide for more information. If necessary, have you prepared the installation site floor for sub-floor cabling? “Mounting Holes and Cable Routing Floor Cutout Specifications”...
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Requirement Question Check Are there enough power outlets available to power the server and peripherals? “Facility Power Receptacles” on page 36 and your peripheral documentation. Have you prepared two facility power grids to power the server? See: • “Facility Power Requirements” on page 37 •...
A qualified electrical engineer must perform any grounding work ■ Verify the grounding method for the building ■ Observe the precautions, warnings, and notes about handling that appear on ■ labels on the equipment SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Related Information “Airborne Contaminates” on page 45 ■ “Handling Precautions” on page 67 ■ “ESD Precautions” on page 68 ■ “Site Preparation Checklist” on page 19 ■ Reviewing the Physical Specifications Ensure that the installation site can properly accommodate the server by reviewing its physical specifications and space requirements.
Installation and Service Area Prior to installing the server, prepare a service area that provides enough room to install and service the server. Caution – You must provide the following service area for the server. Do not attempt to operate the server in a smaller service area. Front of server Rear of server Note –...
Related Information “Physical Dimensions” on page 24 ■ “Installing the Server” on page 73 ■ Leveling Feet and Caster Dimensions The illustration shows the bottom view of the server. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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Front of server Rear of server Related Information “Physical Dimensions” on page 24 ■ “Mounting Holes and Cable Routing Floor Cutout Specifications” on page 28 ■ “Stabilizing the Server” on page 87 ■ Preparing the Site...
Caution – Be careful when moving the server near floor cutouts. If the server’s casters fall into a floor cutout, the floor and the server could be severely damaged. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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Front of server Rear of server Related Information “Leveling Feet and Caster Dimensions” on page 26 ■ “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55 ■ “Moving the Server” on page 78 ■ Preparing the Site...
These specifications are for each power supply and not for the entire server. Note – All 12 power supplies must be installed and all 6 power cords must be connected to power the server. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
To locate the appropriate power calculator, go to the following web site and navigate to the SPARC M5-32 server or the SPARC M6-32 server page: http://www.oracle.com/goto/powercalculators/...
Use the online power calculator to determine the power consumption of the server with your configuration. To locate the appropriate power calculator, go to the following web site and navigate to the SPARC M5-32 server or the SPARC M6-32 server page: http://www.oracle.com/goto/powercalculators/...
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4-Wire Power Cord AC Plug (460P9W) FIGURE: Figure Legend Ground Preparing the Site...
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Neutral – not connected to cable Ground Note – When using the 5-wire power cord, the neutral wire is not connected. Only the three live wires and the ground wire are connected. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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Region Length Facility AC Outlet Plug North America, Japan, 4.4m (14 ft, 5.25 in.) 60A, 250V, 3-phase, and Taiwan IEC 60309 IP67 (460P9W) 4-wire plug Europe, Middle East, 4.4m (14 ft, 5.25 in.) 32A, 380V / 415V, 3-phase, Africa, and the rest of IEC 60309 IP67 (532P6W) 5-wire plug the world Note –...
You must provide six ISO 60309 power connectors or receptacles to connect to the server’s AC power cords. The following illustrations show the pin layout of the appropriate female connectors or receptacles. 4-Wire Power Cord AC Receptacle FIGURE: Figure Legend Ground SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
5-Wire Power Cord AC Receptacle FIGURE: Figure Legend Neutral Ground Related Information “Power Cord Specifications” on page 32 ■ “Facility Power Requirements” on page 37 ■ “Power Cord-to-Power Supply Relationship” on page 40 ■ Facility Power Requirements The server is designed to be powered by two utility power grids. Connect three power cords (AC0, AC1, and AC2) to one power grid, and connect the remaining three power cords to a second power grid (AC3, AC4, and AC5).
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5% of the power supply capacity, the power loads are balanced at ±10%. Using 3-phase, sine-wave uninterruptible power supplies, you can create two separate power grids from one facility power source. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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To prevent catastrophic failures, design your input power sources to ensure that adequate power is provided to the server. Use dedicated circuit breakers for all power circuits that supply power to the server. Electrical work and installations must comply with applicable local, state, or national electrical codes.
When both AC power grid sources are connected through six power cords, each power grid runs at half the rated current per power cord. The power cord-to-power supply connections are as follows. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Related Information “Power Cord Specifications” on page 32 ■ “Power Cord-to-Power Supply Relationship” on page 40 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
“Circuit Breaker Capacity Requirements” on page 43 ■ “Connect the Power Cords” on page 126 ■ Circuit Breaker Capacity Requirements Provide a separate circuit breaker for each power cord connected to the server. Each power cord supplies power to two power supplies. These circuit breakers must accommodate the facility fault current ratings for the power infrastructure.
5˚ to 29˚C (41˚ to 84.2˚F) at 1501 to 3000m (4924 to 10000 ft) Note - Except in China markets where regulations might limit installations to a maximum altitude of 2km (6560 ft.). SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Requirement Operating Range Nonoperating Range Optimum Range Vibration 0.15G (vertical), 0.10G (horizontal), 0.5G (vertical), 0.25G (horizontal), 5 to 500 Hz, swept-sine 5 to 500 Hz, swept-sine Shock 3.0G, 11 ms, half-sine Roll-off: 1-inch roll-off free fall, front-to-back rolling directions Threshold: 25 mm threshold height at 0.75m/s impact velocity Incline 5 degrees max.
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Boards (April 20, 2012). Related Information “Environmental Requirements” on page 44 ■ “Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements” on page 55 ■ “Unpack the Server” on page 76 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Heat Dissipation and Airflow Requirements The maximum rate of heat released from a fully configured server is 90,000 BTUs/hr (94,955 kJ/hr). To cool the server properly, ensure that adequate airflow travels through the server. The direction of the airflow is from the front to the back of the server. The approximate server airflow is: Maximum: 4200 CFM ■...
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“Cooling Airflow From Ceiling Vents” on page 49 ■ “Cooling Airflow From Perforated Floor Tiles” on page 50 ■ “Measure the Ambient Temperature and Humidity” on page 52 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Cooling Airflow From Ceiling Vents When cooling the data center using ceiling vents, install the vents in front of the server so that conditioned air flows through the server. To provide maximum cooling, the airflow should be approximately 4200 CFM. Front of server Rear of server Related Information...
Note – The exact arrangement of these floor tiles depends on the space available in front of your server. Contact your facility manager for information about the proper arrangement of these tiles for your facility. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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Related Information “Heat Dissipation and Airflow Requirements” on page 47 ■ “Cooling Airflow From Ceiling Vents” on page 49 ■ Preparing the Site...
Related Information “Environmental Requirements” on page 44 ■ “Cooling Airflow From Ceiling Vents” on page 49 ■ “Cooling Airflow From Perforated Floor Tiles” on page 50 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Preparing the Unloading Route and Unpacking Area Use the information in these topics to plan how the server will get from the loading ramp to the installation site. “Shipping Container Dimensions” on page 54 ■ “Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements” on page 55 ■...
Weight of shipping container alone 315 lbs 143 kg Note – The power cords ship in a separate containers. The six power cords weigh a total of 136 lbs (62 kg). SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Related Information “Physical Dimensions” on page 24 ■ “Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements” on page 55 ■ “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55 ■ “Unpacking Area” on page 57 ■ “Moving the Server” on page 78 ■ Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements Before the server arrives, ensure that the receiving area is large enough for the shipping package.
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(maximum weight) transport server. Related Information “Physical Dimensions” on page 24 ■ “Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements” on page 55 ■ “Unpacking Area” on page 57 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
“Handling Precautions” on page 67 ■ “Moving the Server” on page 78 ■ Unpacking Area Prior to unpacking the server from its shipping container, ensure that you have provided enough space to unpack the server. Refer to the Unpacking Guide, which is attached to the shipping carton, for the unpacking instructions.
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Ramps Stopping zone Related Information “Shipping Container Dimensions” on page 54 ■ “Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements” on page 55 ■ “Access Route Guidelines” on page 55 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
65 PDomain in the server. “PCIe Network Interface Cards” on page 65 Provide network addresses to the “Oracle VM Server for SPARC Network Addresses” Oracle VM Server for SPARC logical on page 66 domains. Related Information “Connecting the Front SP Cables”...
Note – Either SP (SP0 or SP1) can take the Active SP role. Do not assume that SP0 will take the Active SP role and that SP1 will take the Standby SP role. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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To isolate the Oracle ILOM administration network, you can connect the SP NET MGT cables to a network separate from networks used for server applications. By connecting the NET MGT ports to an Ethernet switch, you can make an Oracle ILOM network connection to either SP.
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To add redundancy, connect each SP to a different Ethernet switch. Connect these two switches to a third switch, and connect that third switch to the Oracle ILOM console. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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Related Information “Mandatory Cable Connections and Network Addresses” on page 59 ■ “SP Network Addresses” on page 64 ■ “Connecting the Front SP Cables” on page 97 ■ “Dual-Redundant SPs” on page 143 ■ “Log In to the Active SP” on page 148 ■...
PDomain2-SPP (if your configuration includes 3 or more PDomains) ■ PDomain3-SPP (if your configuration includes 4 PDomains) ■ Note – The Oracle ILOM SPs do not support DHCP. You must assign static network addresses to these components. For the preceding SP components, provide the following network address information: Host name (optional) ■...
Category 6A or better network cables from your network to these 10-GbE ports, you can create multiple, redundant networking connections to each PDomain. During the Oracle Solaris OS configuration, you will be prompted to supply the following networking information for each network connection: Host name ■...
PDomain. Every logical domain can run its own independent operating system. Provide at least one IP address for each logical domain you create using the Oracle VM Server for SPARC software. For additional information about the Oracle VM Server for SPARC software, refer to: Oracle VM Server for SPARC product page ■...
Prevent damage to components by taking “ESD Precautions” on page 68 the ESD precautions. Observe all of the Oracle safety and “Oracle Safety Information” on page 69 security warnings. Assemble all of the tools and equipment “Equipment Needed for Installation” on page 69 required for the server installation.
Wear an antistatic grounding strap connected to a metal surface on the chassis when you work on system components. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Read the Important Safety Information for Oracle’s Sun Hardware Systems document ■ that is included with the server. Read all safety notices in the SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Safety and ■ Compliance Guide. Read the security information in the SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers ■...
Attach an antistatic wrist strap to one of the ESD grounding jacks on the server. There are four 4-mm ESD grounding jacks on the server, two on the front panel and another on the rear panel. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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Related Information “ESD Precautions” on page 68 ■ “Installing the Server” on page 73 ■ “Connecting the Front SP Cables” on page 97 ■ “Connecting the Rear Power Cords and Data Cables” on page 119 ■ “Powering On the Server for the First Time” on page 141 ■...
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“Connecting the Front SP Cables” on page 97 ■ “Connecting the Rear Power Cords and Data Cables” on page 119 ■ ▼ Confirm the Site Preparation 1. Review the safety guidelines. “Oracle Safety Information” on page 69 for more information.
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10. Clean and vacuum the area thoroughly in preparation for installation. Related Information “Preparing the Site” on page 19 ■ “Preparing for Installation” on page 67 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
▼ Receive the Server 1. Before the server arrives, ensure that the receiving area is large enough for the shipping package. For more information, see: “Shipping Container Dimensions” on page 54 ■ “Loading Dock and Receiving Area Requirements” on page 55 ■...
Note – Before rolling the server down the ramps, make sure that the leveling feet are raised completely. See “Raise the Leveling Feet” on page 89 for instructions. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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Related Information Unpacking Guide ■ “Leveling Feet and Caster Dimensions” on page 26 ■ “Unpacking Area” on page 57 ■ “Install the Mounting Brackets” on page 91 ■ Installing the Server...
Caution – Avoid rolling the server over metal plates that contain tear drop or diamond patterns. These patterns can cause the castors to spin and force the server to move off course. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Related Information “Move the Server to the Installation Site” on page 79 ■ “Use a Metal Plate to Cross Gaps in the Floor” on page 82 ■ “Move Server Up or Down a Ramp” on page 84 ■ ▼ Move the Server to the Installation Site Caution –...
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For extra leverage, remove the rear door and push the server on either side of the rear LED panel. For instructions of removing the door, see “Remove the Door” on page 100. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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Description Push the front of the server along the edges. Push the rear of the server along the edges and on either side of the rear LED panel. 5. Avoid damaging the server when moving it. Caution – Never tip or rock the server. Tipping or rocking the server, or pushing on the side panels can tip the server over.
Caution – A metal plate thinner than 3/16 inches (4.8-mm) will not support the weight of the server. A fully-configured server can weigh around 3700 lbs (1678 kg). SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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Caution – If the gap the server must cross is wider than 2 inches (51 mm), or has an elevation of greater than 1 inch (25.4 mm), consult with you facilities manager to design and use a metal plate that will bridge the gap while supporting the full weight of the server.
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Use additional people to push the server up or down ramps with these surfaces. 2. Ensure that all four leveling feet on the bottom of the server are raised and out of the way. “Raise the Leveling Feet” on page SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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3. Remove the server doors. For instructions on removing a door, see “Remove the Door” on page 100. 4. Position the ramp so that the server can successfully go up or down the elevation. 5. Use six or more people either to push the server up the ramp or to slow the server rolling down the ramp.
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“Server Moves in Every Direction” on page 78 ■ “Move the Server to the Installation Site” on page 79 ■ “Use a Metal Plate to Cross Gaps in the Floor” on page 82 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Stabilizing the Server These topics describe how to stabilize the server using the leveling feet and (optionally) using mounting brackets. Task Link Lower the leveling feet to stabilize the “Lower the Leveling Feet” on page 87 server at the installation site. Raise the “Raise the Leveling Feet”...
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Note – If the leveling foot begins to rotate and move upward, use a 13-mm wrench to hold the leveling foot in place while you tighten the 19-mm locking nut. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Related Information “Leveling Feet and Caster Dimensions” on page 26 ■ “Install the Mounting Brackets” on page 91 ■ ▼ Raise the Leveling Feet Before moving or repositioning the server, make sure that you raise all four leveling feet. Note – The leveling feet must remain securely down on the floor at the installation site.
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Related Information “Moving the Server” on page 78 ■ “Lower the Leveling Feet” on page 87 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
▼ Install the Mounting Brackets You can optionally mount the server to the floor using the same mounting brackets that secured the server to the shipping pallet. Note – You must supply your own 17-mm bolts, nuts, washers, and any other mounting hardware required to secure the server at your location.
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8. Using a 13-mm wrench, attach the four mounting brackets to the server using 13-mm bolts. 9. Using a 17-mm wrench, mount the server to the floor using the eight 17-mm bolts and washers. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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10. Using a T20 Torx screwdriver, secure the kick plate to the server using the three M4 captive screws. Installing the Server...
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“Installation and Service Area” on page 25 ■ “Mounting Holes and Cable Routing Floor Cutout Specifications” on page 28 ■ “Unpack the Server” on page 76 ■ “Lower the Leveling Feet” on page 87 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
The standard server components are installed at the factory. Any additional components you order, such as additional drives or PCIe cards, are shipped separately. Refer to the Server Service for specific component installation instructions. The available optional components are at: http://www.oracle.com/goto/M5-32 http://www.oracle.com/goto/M6-32 Related Information “Rear Components” on page 8 ■...
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Connecting the Front SP Cables These topics describe how to connect and secure the serial and network cables to the two SPs located in the front of the server. Task Link Connect the serial and network cables to “Connect the SP Cables” on page 97 the two SPs located in the front of the server.
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“SPs and SPPs” on page 10 ■ “Oracle ILOM” on page 15 ■ “SP Cables” on page 60 ■ “SP Network Addresses” on page 64 ■ “Securing the SP Cables” on page 99 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Securing the SP Cables After connecting the SP cables, route and secure the cables through the front trim panels and kick plate. Description Link Remove the front door to provide access to “Remove the Door” on page 100 the front trim panels and kick plate. Either route the cables down through a “Route the SP Cables Down”...
1. Open the front door and use a T20 screwdriver to remove the M4 screw securing the ground cable connected to the server frame. Save the M4 screw in a safe location. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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2. Use a Torx T20 screwdriver to loosen the two M4 screws securing the upper hinge bracket to the server. Loosen, but do not remove these screws. Leave the upper hinge bracket loosely attached to the server. 3. Hold the door to keep it from falling, and then lift the upper hinge bracket to release the door.
“Install the Door” on page 115 ■ ▼ Route the SP Cables Down When routing the SP cables down through the floor, you must route them through the front kick plate. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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1. Use a T20 Torx driver to loosen the three M4 captive screws securing front kick plate. Remove the kick plate and set it aside. Connecting the Front SP Cables...
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The illustration shows how to route the left two SP cables of the server. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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3. Route the right two SP cables connected to SP1 down and out of the server. When installed, the kick plate will secure these cables to the server. There are two slots in the kick plate, one on the top of the kick plate and one on the bottom, that enable the cables to exit the server.
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“Install the Door” on page 115. Related Information “Connect the SP Cables” on page 97 ■ “Route the SP Cables Up” on page 107 ■ “Managing Data Cables” on page 136 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
▼ Route the SP Cables Up When routing the SP cables up through the top of the server, you must route the cables through the front kick plate and up the right and left trim panels. 1. Use a T20 Torx driver to loosen the three M4 captive screws securing the front kick plate.
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2. Use a T20 Torx driver to loosen the 10 M4 captive screws securing the left and right trim panels. Remove the trim panels and set them aside. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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3. Route the two left SP cables from SP0 down to the lower left corner of the server and then up the left channel. There are two slots on the top left of the kick plate that enable you to route the cables down and then bend them up the channel secured by the left trim panel.
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The left trim panel will secure the left SP cables to the left channel. Note – Route the SP cables to the left of the screw stand-offs. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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5. Route the two right SP cables from SP1 down to the lower right corner of the server and then up the right channel. There are two slots on the top right of the kick plate that enable you to route the cables down and then bend them up the channel secured by the right trim panel.
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Ensure that the SP cables pass through the kick plate slots, as shown in the following illustration. Note – Do not pinch the SP cables when installing the kick plate. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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7. Use a T20 Torx screwdriver to tighten the 10 screws securing the left and right trim panels to the server. Note – Do not pinch the SP cables when installing the trim panels. Connecting the Front SP Cables...
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“Install the Door” on page 115. Related Information “Connect the SP Cables” on page 97 ■ “Route the SP Cables Down” on page 102 ■ “Securing the SP Cables” on page 99 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
▼ Install the Door After securing the SP cables, re-install the front door. You can follow these same steps to install either door. 1. Confirm that the upper hinge bracket is loosely attached to the server. This bracket should have been loosened when you removed the door. If the hinge bracket is secured tightly to the server, use a T20 screwdriver to loosen the two M4 screws.
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2. Place the door on the lower hinge pin. 3. Lift the upper hinge bracket, and then lower the upper hinge pin into the hole in the top of the door. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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4. Use a T20 screwdriver to tighten the two M4 screws securing the upper hinge bracket to the server. After securing the two screws, verify that the door can swing freely. Connecting the Front SP Cables...
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“Connecting the Rear Power Cords and Data Cables” on page 119. Related Information “Move the Server to the Installation Site” on page 79 ■ “Remove the Door” on page 100 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Connecting the Rear Power Cords and Data Cables Connect and secure the power cords and data cables located at the rear of the server. Task Link Review the cable routing and “Rear Cable Routing Options” on page 119 securing options to determine the “Maximum Cable Connections”...
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Data cables routed upward and power cords routed down Related Information “Maximum Cable Connections” on page 121 ■ “Cable Management Devices” on page 122 ■ “Managing Data Cables” on page 136 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Maximum Cable Connections The following table lists the maximum possible number of cable connections. Type Maximum Number Description Four cables required. These SP cables are installed in the front of the server, and • Two CAT5, or better, serial all four SP cables are required. cables.
Right cable bracket Use this bracket only when routing the power cords down through the bottom of the server. This bracket directs the power cords downward. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
When routing the cables downward through the bottom of the server, use tie-wraps to secure the cables to stand-offs located in the rear cable channels. Related Information “Securing the SP Cables” on page 99 ■ “Rear Cable Routing Options” on page 119 ■...
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If routing the data cables upward, leave the left cable bracket as is and skip to ■ Step If routing the data cables downward, continue to the next step to reposition the ■ left cable bracket. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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5. Use a T20 Torx screwdriver to remove the three M4X10 screws securing the left cable bracket. Remove and save the bracket and screws for the next steps. 6. Position the left cable bracket so that it faces downward in the left cable channel.
Review the “Facility Power Requirements” on page ■ Review the “Circuit Breaker Capacity Requirements” on page 43 to ensure that ■ the circuit breakers accommodate your facility power infrastructure. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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2. Confirm that all circuit breakers are set to the OFF position. Consult with your facilities manager or a qualified electrician for the specific instructions on how to use the circuit breakers at your data center. 3. Locate the six AC input filters at the top rear of the server. You will be connecting three power cords from one power grid to the left three AC input filters (AC0, AC1, and AC2) and three power cords from the second power grid to the right three AC input filters (AC3, AC4, and AC5).
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7. Press the power cord plug into the left-most AC input filter, and lift the locking handle up until it firmly secures the plug to the AC input filter. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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8. Use a tie-wrap to secure the power cord to a support located above the AC input filter. Note – Do not overtighten the tie-wraps, and provide some slack in case you need to detach the power cord or replace the AC input filter. However, do not allow the power cord to lay on the cable management hooks below the AC input filters.
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When powering on the server for the first time, you will switch on each circuit breaker in the order of the AC input filters. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Note – If you have numbered these components using a numbering sequence unique to your facility, ensure that you can still determine the AC input filter number associated with each component. 12. Repeat Step 4 through Step 11 for the remaining power cords. Connect the cables from the left to the right.
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Note – When routing the power cords down the right cable channel, ensure that you provide enough space for the rear door latch to close without touching a power cord. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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8. In the crawl space under the server, secure the power cords to your facility cable management devices. Request instructions from your facility manager. 9. Continue the installation by connecting the EMS network cables. “Connect the EMS Network Cables” on page 134.
The EMS modules are located in each IOU, above and below the hard drives. 2. Connect a Category 6A (or better) cable from your network switch or hub to the 10-GbE port 0 on the EMS. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
3. Connect additional Category 6A (or better) cables from your network switch or hub to the remaining 10-GbE ports on other EMS modules, as needed for your server configuration. 4. Secure the network cables to the server. “Managing Data Cables” on page 136.
“Securing the SP Cables” on page 99 ■ ▼ Secure Cables Routed Up Route the data cables up and out the top of the server. 1. Confirm that you completed the following: SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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Review the server’s cable management devices – see “Cable Management ■ Devices” on page 122. Stabilize the server to the installation site – see “Stabilizing the Server” on ■ page Confirm that the left cable bracket is installed in the upward position – see ■...
“Connect the EMS Network Cables” on page 134 ■ “Connect Other Data Cables” on page 135 ■ ▼ Secure Cables Routed Down Route and secure the data cables down through the bottom of the server. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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1. Confirm that you have completed the following: Cut a hole in the floor to route the power cords and data cables. For ■ dimensions, see “Mounting Holes and Cable Routing Floor Cutout Specifications” on page Stabilized the server to the installation site – see “Stabilizing the Server”...
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Request instructions from your facility manager. Related Information “Planning Network Addresses” on page 59 ■ “Connect the EMS Network Cables” on page 134 ■ “Connect Other Data Cables” on page 135 ■ SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
Log in to the Active SP. “Log In to the Active SP” on page 148 Assign the required network addresses for “Set Oracle ILOM Network Addresses” on page 150 the Oracle ILOM software, and set the “Set the Altitude of the Server” on page 153 server altitude.
Oracle VTS software ■ The two SPs are preinstalled with the Oracle ILOM firmware. Refer to the SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Product Notes for the list of the latest supported versions of the software and firmware. Related Information “Understanding the Firmware and Software Environment”...
Note – Confirm that you labeled both ends of the power cords and the facility power outlets with the numbers of the server AC input filters. 4. Continue with the installation. Review the Oracle ILOM software environment and make a serial connection to the two SPs. “Dual-Redundant SPs” on page 143 ■...
1. Confirm that you have connected cables to the SER MGT ports on the two SPs located in the front of the server. “Connecting the Front SP Cables” on page SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
2. Connect terminals or a terminal emulators (PC or workstation) to the two serial connections. Configure the terminal or terminal emulator with these settings: 9600 baud ■ 8 bits ■ No parity ■ 1 stop bit ■ No handshake ■ Note –...
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Refer to the Server Service, servicing power supplies, for instructions. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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6. Continue to switch on each power grid circuit breaker in the order of the AC input filters, and verify the operation of each power supply after switching on each circuit breaker. Confirm that the green OK LEDs on the appropriate power supplies are lit after switching on each circuit breaker.
After switching the facility circuit breakers on, one of the two SPs will assume the Active SP role, while the other SP assumes the Standby SP role. To continue with the installation, you must log in to the Oracle ILOM software through the Active SP through a local serial connection.
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3. Log in to the Active SP as root user with the changeme password. The server includes a root user account that you use to log in to the Oracle ILOM software initially. This account has administrative privileges (read and write) for all Oracle ILOM features, functions, and commands.
PDomains, you must assign network addresses to these other hosts. Refer to the Server Administration, configuring the SP network, for instructions. You must configure these network addresses before you can access the Oracle ILOM software over a network connection, either using the web interface or command line interface.
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3. Set the netmask IP address for all SP addresses. -> set /SP/network pendingipnetmask=255.255.255.0 Set "pendingipnetmask" to "255.255.255.0" This example uses 255.255.255.0 to set the netmask. Your network environment subnet might require a different netmask. Use a netmask number most appropriate to your environment. 4.
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7. Continue the installation by specifying the altitude of the server. “Set the Altitude of the Server” on page 153. Related Information “Planning Network Addresses” on page 59 ■ Oracle ILOM documentation ■ (http://www.oracle.com/goto/ILOM/docs) SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
“Log In to the Active SP” on page 148. 2. If you see the OpenBoot PROM (ok) prompt, type the #. key sequence to display the Oracle ILOM (->) prompt. ok #. -> 3. Type the following command to set the server’s altitude.
After configuring the network addresses for the SP components, power on the server for the first time at the Oracle ILOM prompt. This task requires two connections to the Active SP, one using a serial connection and another using a network connection.
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You will be prompted to confirm the configuration several times, enabling confirmation and changes. If you are not sure how to respond to a particular value, you can accept the default, and make future changes when the Oracle Solaris OS is running.
Oracle Solaris OS Configuration Parameters When configuring the Oracle Solaris OS, you will be prompted for the following configuration parameters. For more information about these settings, refer to the Oracle Solaris documentation. Parameter Description Language Select a number from the displayed languages list.
Accept the default date and time, or change the values. root Password Type the root password twice. This password is for the superuser account for the Oracle Solaris OS on this server. This password is not the SP password. Related Information “Power On the Server”...
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Glossary AC input filter A server power cord AC receptacle. Memory buffer on board. An ASIC on a CMU board that transfers data between a DIMM and a CMP. Bounded PDomain A type of PDomain which is limited to one DCU. A Bounded PDomain will typically exhibit higher performance as all resources are local to the single DCU.
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Electrostatic discharge. fault management architecture. Generates fault indictments from the SP. FMA provides three system activities: error handling, fault diagnosis, and response. Field-replaceable unit. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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Gigabyte. 1 gigabyte = 1024 megabytes. Gigabit Ethernet. Hard disk drive. In Oracle Solaris OS output, HDD can refer to hard disk drives or solid state drives (SSDs). Oracle ILOM. ILOM I/O unit. The server contains up to four IOUs, one for each DCU. Each IOU supports up to 16 PCIe slots, 8 10GBASE-T ports on 4 EMS modules, and 8 hard drives.
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The lead SPP of a physical domain. The PDomain-SPP manages tasks and provides rKVMS service for that physical domain. POST Power-on self test. A diagnostic that runs when the server boots. PSDB Power system distribution board. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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Predictive self healing. An Oracle Solaris OS technology that continuously monitors the health of the server and works with Oracle ILOM to take a faulty component offline if needed. rKVMS Remote keyboard video mouse and storage. Root mean square. Serial attached SCSI.
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Terabyte. 1 terabyte = 1024 gigabytes. Torx A type of screw head characterized by a 6-point star-shaped pattern. Uninterruptible power supply. Voltage alternating current. VLAN Virtual local area network. Oracle VTS. World wide name. SPARC M5-32 and SPARC M6-32 Servers Installation Guide • December 2014...
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