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SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual
Part No: E35082-14
November 2015

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  • Page 1 SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual Part No: E35082-14 November 2015...
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Front Panel Controls and LEDs ...............  31 Rear Panel Controls and LEDs .............. 33 Configuring POST .................. 35 POST Overview .................. 35 Oracle ILOM Properties That Affect POST Behavior ........ 35 ▼  Configure POST ................ 39 ▼  Run POST With Maximum Testing .............  40 Managing Faults .................... 41 PSH Overview .................. 41...
  • Page 6 ▼  Verify the Processor Module .............. 70 Servicing DIMMs .................... 71 DIMM Configuration .................. 71 DIMM Guidelines .................  72 DIMM Locations ................... 72 ▼  Determine Which DIMM Is Faulty (FMA) ...........  73 ▼  Determine Which DIMM Is Faulty (LEDs) ...........  75 SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 7 Contents DIMM Configuration Fault Messages ...............  76 ▼  Remove a DIMM or DIMM Filler Panel ............ 76 ▼  Install a DIMM .................. 78 ▼  Verify the DIMM .................. 80 Servicing Hard Drives .................. 81 Hard Drive LEDs .................. 82 ▼  Determine Which Hard Drive Is Faulty ............ 82 ▼...
  • Page 8 ▼  Install a PCIe Card .................  165 ▼  Install a Card Carrier ................ 168 ▼  Verify the PCIe Card ................ 171 Servicing the Rear I/O Module ................  173 ▼  Determine if the Rear I/O Module Is Faulty .......... 173 SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 9 ▼  Install the Rear Chassis Subassembly ............ 185 ▼  Verify the Rear Chassis Subassembly ............ 188 Returning the Server to Operation .............. 191 ▼  Connect the Power Cords ................. 191 ▼  Power On the Server (Oracle ILOM) ............ 192 ▼  Power On the Server (Power Button) ............ 193 Glossary ...................... 195 Index ........................  201...
  • Page 10 SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 11: Using This Documentation

    Required knowledge – Advanced experience troubleshooting and replacing hardware ■ Product Documentation Library Late-breaking information and known issues for this product are included in the documentation library at http://www.oracle.com/goto/T5-8/docs. Feedback Provide feedback about this documentation at http://www.oracle.com/goto/docfeedback. Using This Documentation...
  • Page 12 SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 13: Identifying Components

    Identifying Components These topics identify key components of the server, including major modules and subassemblies, as well as front and rear panel features. “Front Panel Components (Service)” on page 14 ■ “Rear Panel Components (Service)” on page 15 ■ “DIMM Locations” on page 16 ■...

  • Page 14: Front Panel Components (Service)

    “Server Upgrade Process” on page 59 Main module “Servicing the Main Module” Power supplies (0 to 3, left to right) “Servicing Power Supplies” Related Information “Rear Panel Components (Service)” on page 15 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 15: Rear Panel Components (Service)

    Rear Panel Components (Service) “Chassis Subassembly Components” on page 22 ■ Rear Panel Components (Service) After you install the server into the rack, you must access these components from the rear of the server. These components are not part of the rear chassis subassembly. You must remove these components to access the rear chassis subassembly.

  • Page 16: Dimm Locations

    Midplane Rear chassis subassembly Related Information “Front Panel Components (Service)” on page 14 ■ “Chassis Subassembly Components” on page 22 ■ DIMM Locations DIMMs are located in each of the processor modules. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 17: Main Module Internal Component Locations

    Main Module Internal Component Locations This figure shows a processor module with all of the DIMM slots populated with DIMMs. All of the DIMM slots must be populated with the same type of DIMMs. For guidelines, see “DIMM Configuration” on page Description Link DIMMs...

  • Page 18: Supported Storage Devices

    The server supports these storage devices: Fibre channel arrays (SATA, FC, flash, and SAS-2) ■ SAS arrays (SAS-2) ■ ZFS appliances (SAS-2) ■ The server also supports these types of tape backup and restore devices: SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 19 Supported Storage Devices TCP/IP ■ Fibre channel ■ ■ LVD SCSI ■ You can install a mixture of storage devices, but the server requires at least one storage device to be installed and operational. Description Link Drive 1 “Servicing Hard Drives” Drive 0 Drive 3 Drive 2...

  • Page 20: Fan Module Locations

    Fan module 5 “Servicing Fan Modules” Fan module 0 Fan module 6 Fan module 1 Fan module 7 Fan module 2 Fan module 8 Fan module 3 Fan module 9 Fan module 4 SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 21: Rear I/O Module Port Locations

    Rear I/O Module Port Locations Rear I/O Module Port Locations The rear I/O module is located on the rear panel above the AC power connectors. The rear I/O module provides access to all of the internal PCIe ports for the server and the video and USB ports for input devices.

  • Page 22: Chassis Subassembly Components

    Rear chassis subassembly “Servicing the Rear Chassis Subassembly” Fan modules (4) “Servicing Fan Modules” PCIe carriers (16) “Servicing PCIe Cards” Rear I/O module “Servicing the Rear I/O Module” Power supplies (4) “Servicing Power Supplies” SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 23: Component Service Task Reference

    Component Service Task Reference Related Information “Front Panel Components (Service)” on page 14 ■ “Rear Panel Components (Service)” on page 15 ■ “Component Service Task Reference” on page 23 ■ Component Service Task Reference This table lists the names of server components that you can service. It also lists the system names and task locations for the components.
  • Page 24 “Rear Panel Components (Service)” on page 15 ■ “Chassis Subassembly Components” on page 22 ■ “Server Upgrade Process” on page 59 ■ SPARC and Netra SPARC T5 Series Servers Administration Guide ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 25: Detecting And Managing Faults

    These topics explain the diagnostic process and tools. “Diagnostics Process” on page 25 ■ “Tool Availability” on page 27 ■ “Log In to Oracle ILOM (Service)” on page 28 ■ “Oracle ILOM Service-Related Tools” on page 29 ■ Diagnostics Process Depending on the fault, you might need to perform all of the steps or just some of them.
  • Page 26 The diagnostic tools you use, and the order in which you use them, depend on the nature Note - of the problem you are troubleshooting. However, for descriptive purposes, this table follows the steps given in the illustration. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 27: Tool Availability

    If system messages indicate a faulty component, replace “Interpreting Log Files and System information. Messages” on page 45 RunOracle VTS software. To run Oracle VTS, the server must be running the ■ Refer to the Oracle VTS software Oracle Solaris OS. documentation. ■...

  • Page 28: Log In To Oracle Ilom (Service)

    To build a secure environment, you must change the default password (changeme) for the default Administrator account (root) after your initial login to Oracle ILOM. If this default Administrator account has since been changed, contact your system administrator for an Oracle ILOM user account with Administrator privileges.

  • Page 29: Oracle Ilom Service-Related Tools

    ■ Administration Guide Oracle ILOM Documentation Library ■ Oracle ILOM Service-Related Tools You can use these Oracle ILOM shell commands when performing service-related tasks. Oracle ILOM Command Description Displays a list of all available commands with syntax and help [command] descriptions.
  • Page 30 “Determine Which PCIe Card Is Faulty” on page 155 ■ “Determine if the Rear I/O Module Is Faulty” on page 173 Related Information “Understanding Diagnostics” on page 25 ■ “Managing Faults” on page 41 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 31: Front Panel Controls And Leds

    Interpreting LEDs Front Panel Controls and LEDs Icon or Label Description Locator LED and You can turn on the Locator LED to identify a particular server. When lit, the LED button(white) blinks rapidly. Turn on the Locator LED by pressing the Locator button, or see “Locate the Server”...
  • Page 32 ■ Steady on – Indicates that a failure event has been acknowledged and a service action is required on at least one of the PCIe cards. Related Information “Rear Panel Controls and LEDs” on page 33 ■ “Understanding Diagnostics” on page 25 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 33: Rear Panel Controls And Leds

    Interpreting LEDs Rear Panel Controls and LEDs Icon or Label Description AC 0 (left) and AC 1 (right) Indicates these conditions: power LED ■ Off – No power is applied to the server. ■ Green – Power is applied to the server. Net MGT port link LED Indicates these conditions: ■...
  • Page 34 ■ Steady on, green – SP is running in its normal operating state. No service actions are required. ■ Blink, green – SP is initializing the Oracle ILOM firmware. ■ Steady on, amber – An SP error has occurred and service is required.

  • Page 35: Configuring Post

    POST checks the basic integrity of the critical hardware components in the server. You can also set other Oracle ILOM properties to control various other aspects of POST operations. For example, you can specify the events that cause POST to run, the level of testing POST performs, and the amount of diagnostic information POST displays.
  • Page 36 Description (default) — Displays the minimum level of output during the hardware change tests. Displays information for each step. Displays a moderate amount of information, including normal component names and test results. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 37 Configuring POST Value Description Displays extensive debugging information. debug Disables the output. none TABLE 6 /HOST/diag power_on_level Value Description (default) — Runs the maximum set of tests. Runs the minimum set of tests. TABLE 7 /HOST/diag power_on_verbosity Value Description (default) — Displays the minimum level of output. Displays information for each step.
  • Page 38 POST output. Displays extensive debugging information. debug Does not display POST output. none This flowchart illustrates the same set of Oracle ILOM set command variables. Related Information “POST Overview” on page 35 ■ “Configure POST” on page 39 ■...

  • Page 39: Configure Post

    If the virtual keyswitch is set to normal, and you want to define the mode, level, verbosity, or trigger, set the respective parameters. Syntax: set /HOST/diag property=value. “Oracle ILOM Properties That Affect POST Behavior” on page 35 for a list of parameters and values. Examples: ->...

  • Page 40: Run Post With Maximum Testing

    Commands: show -> Related Information “POST Overview” on page 35 ■ “Oracle ILOM Properties That Affect POST Behavior” on page 35 ■ “Run POST With Maximum Testing” on page 40 ■ Oracle ILOM Documentation Library ■ Run POST With Maximum Testing This procedure describes how to configure the server to run the maximum level of POST.

  • Page 41: Managing Faults

    “Clear a Fault” on page 44 ■ Check for Faults The fmadm faulty command displays the list of faults detected by PSH. You can run this command from either the host or through the Oracle ILOM fault management shell. Detecting and Managing Faults...
  • Page 42 Log in to Oracle ILOM. “Log In to Oracle ILOM (Service)” on page Check for PSH-diagnosed faults. This example shows how to check for faults through the Oracle ILOM fault management shell. start /SP/faultmgmt/shell -> Are you sure you want to start /SP/faultmgmt/shell (y/n)? faultmgmtsp>...
  • Page 43 Use the message ID to obtain more information about this type of fault. a.    Obtain the message ID from console output. b.    Go to https://support.oracle.com, and search on the message ID in the Knowledge tab. Follow the suggested actions to repair the fault. Determine your next step.

  • Page 44: Clear A Fault

    Clear the fault in the Oracle Enterprise Manager Ops Center software, if applicable. Clearing a fault with the fmadm aquit command does not clear that fault in the Oracle Enterprise Manager Ops Center software. You must manually clear the fault (that is, incident).

  • Page 45: Interpreting Log Files And System Messages

    ■ Interpreting Log Files and System Messages With the OS running on the server, you have the full complement of Oracle Solaris OS files and commands available for collecting information and for troubleshooting. If PSH does not indicate the source of a fault, check the message buffer and log files for notifications for faults.

  • Page 46: View Log Files (Oracle Solaris)

    “View Log Files (Oracle Solaris)” on page 46 ■ View Log Files (Oracle ILOM) View the event log. show /SP/logs/event/list -> View the audit log. show /SP/logs/audit/list -> Related Information “Check the Message Buffer” on page 45 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 47 View Log Files (Oracle ILOM) “View Log Files (Oracle Solaris)” on page 46 ■ Detecting and Managing Faults...
  • Page 48 SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 49: Preparing For Service

    Preparing for Service These topics explain how to prepare to service the server. Step Description Links Review safety and handling information. “Safety Information” on page 49 Gather the tools for service. “Tools Needed for Service” on page 51 Locate the server to be serviced. “Locate the Server”...

  • Page 50: Safety Symbols

    Following this practice equalizes the electrical potentials between you and the server. Antistatic Mat Place ESD-sensitive components such as motherboards, memory, and other PCBs on an antistatic mat. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 51: Tools Needed For Service

    Tools Needed for Service Related Information “Removing Power From the Server” on page 53 ■ “Tools Needed for Service” on page 51 ■ Tools Needed for Service You will need the following tools for most service operations: Antistatic wrist strap ■...

  • Page 52: Component Service Categories

    Use one of the following options to find the serial number: Locate the manufacturing sticker on the front of the server or on the sticker a.    on the side of the server. At the Oracle ILOM prompt, type: b.    -> show /System SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 53: Locate The Server

    The white Locator LEDs (one on the front panel and one on the rear panel) blink. After locating the server with the blinking Locator LED, turn it off by pressing the Locator button. Alternatively, you can turn off the Locator LED by running the Oracle ILOM set /SYS/ Note - LOCATE value=off command.

  • Page 54: Prepare To Power Off The Server

    Prepare to Power Off the Server Notify any affected users that the server will be shut down. Refer to the Oracle Solaris system administration documentation for additional information. Save any open files, and quit all running programs. Refer to your application documentation for specific information for these processes.

  • Page 55: Power Off The Server (Power Button - Graceful)

    Power Off the Server (Power Button - Graceful) Switch from the system console to the Oracle ILOM prompt by typing the #. (Hash Period) key sequence. At the Oracle ILOM prompt, type the stop /System command. If you are servicing a cold-service component, or if you are upgrading the server, disconnect the power cords.

  • Page 56: Disconnect The Power Cords

    “Power Off the Server (SP Command)” on page 54 ■ “Power Off the Server (Power Button - Graceful)” on page 55 ■ “Power Off the Server (Emergency Shutdown)” on page 55 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 57: Prevent Esd Damage

    Prevent ESD Damage “Prevent ESD Damage” on page 57 ■ “Server Upgrade Process” on page 59 ■ Prevent ESD Damage Many components housed within the chassis can be damaged by ESD. To protect these components from damage, perform the following steps before opening the chassis for service. Prepare an antistatic surface to set parts on during the removal, installation, or replacement process.
  • Page 58 SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 59: Servicing Processor Modules

    Servicing Processor Modules The SPARC T5-8 server supports two configurations: Fully-populated — four processor modules ■ Half-populated — two processor modules and two processor filler modules ■ Processor modules and processor filler modules are cold-service components that can be replaced only after you remove all power from the system. For the location of the processor modules, see “Front Panel Components (Service)”...
  • Page 60 Review the PCIe card load balancing changes. Even though the “PCIe Card Installation Guidelines” on page 153 load balancing guidelines change with the upgrade, you do not need to move any existing PCIe cards. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 61: Processor Module Leds

    Processor Module LEDs Related Information “Remove a DIMM or DIMM Filler Panel” on page 76 ■ “Install a DIMM” on page 78 ■ “Check for Faults” on page 41 ■ “Removing Power From the Server” on page 53 ■ “Remove a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module” on page 63 ■...

  • Page 62: Determine Which Processor Module Is Faulty

    “Processor Module LEDs” on page Remove the faulty processor module. “Remove a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module” on page Related Information “Remove a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module” on page 63 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 63: Remove A Processor Module Or Processor Filler Module

    “Understanding PCIe Root Complex Connections” on page 149 ■ Remove a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module The SPARC T5-8 server supports two configurations: Fully-populated — four processor modules ■ Half-populated — two processor modules in PM0 and PM1, and two processor filler ■...
  • Page 64 Pull the processor module or processor filler module halfway out of the server, and then close the levers. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 65 Remove a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module This will keep the levers from getting damaged when you remove the module from the server. Do not touch the connectors at the rear of the module. Caution - Using two hands, completely remove the processor module or processor filler module, and place the module on an antistatic mat.
  • Page 66 “Remove a DIMM or DIMM Filler Panel” on page b.    Install the DIMMs into the new processor module. “Install a DIMM” on page c.    Install the processor module. “Install a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module” on page SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 67: Install A Processor Module Or Processor Filler Module

    Install a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module Related Information “Determine Which Processor Module Is Faulty” on page 62 ■ “Install a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module” on page 67 ■ “Verify the Processor Module” on page 70 ■ “Server Upgrade Process”...
  • Page 68 Push the levers together toward the center of the processor module or processor filler module, and press the levers firmly against the module to fully seat the module back into the server. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 69 Install a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module The levers should click into place when the module is fully seated in the server. Determine your next step. If you replaced a faulty processor module or DIMM, see “Returning the ■ Server to Operation”.

  • Page 70: Verify The Processor Module

    Perform one of the following tasks based on your verification results: If a fault was detected, see “Diagnostics Process” on page ■ If no fault was detected, then the processor module was installed ■ successfully. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 71: Servicing Dimms

    Servicing DIMMs DIMMs are cold-service components that can be replaced after you remove the processor module from the system. For the location of DIMMs, see “DIMM Locations” on page This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to electrostatic Caution - discharge.

  • Page 72: Dimm Guidelines

    DIMM that is installed in the front-left corner of the processor module that is installed in slot 0 is: /System/Memory/DIMMs/DIMM_0. /SYS/PM0/CM1/CMP/BOB0/CH0/D0. This illustration shows the DIMM layout. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 73: Determine Which Dimm Is Faulty (Fma)

    Determine Which DIMM Is Faulty (FMA) Related Information “DIMM Configuration Fault Messages” on page 76 ■ “Determine Which DIMM Is Faulty (FMA)” on page 73 ■ “Determine Which DIMM Is Faulty (LEDs)” on page 75 ■ “Install a DIMM” on page 78 ■...
  • Page 74 Please refer to the associated reference document at http://support.oracle.com/msg/SPSUN4V-8000-CQ for the latest service procedures and policies regarding this diagnosis. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Related Information “Determine Which DIMM Is Faulty (LEDs)” on page 75 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 75: Determine Which Dimm Is Faulty (Leds)

    Determine Which DIMM Is Faulty (LEDs) “Remove a DIMM or DIMM Filler Panel” on page 76 ■ Oracle ILOM documentation ■ Determine Which DIMM Is Faulty (LEDs) Check that the Service Required LED is lit on the front of the server.

  • Page 76: Dimm Configuration Fault Messages

    Caution - discharge. This discharge can cause server components to fail. Before beginning this procedure, ensure that you are familiar with the cautions and safety instructions described in “Safety Information” on page SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 77 Remove a DIMM or DIMM Filler Panel Do not leave DIMM slots empty. All of the DIMM slots must have a DIMM. Caution - Take the necessary ESD precautions. “Prevent ESD Damage” on page Remove the PM with the faulty DIMM. “Remove a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module”...

  • Page 78: Install A Dimm

    If you ordered processor modules without memory to upgrade the server from a half- Caution - populated configuration to a fully-populated configuration, you must install the same size and capacity of DIMMs that are already in the existing processor modules. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 79 Install a DIMM Ensure that the ejector tabs on the connector that will receive the DIMM are in the open position. Align the DIMM notch with the key in the connector. Ensure that the orientation is correct. The DIMM might be damaged if the orientation Caution - is reversed.

  • Page 80: Verify The Dimm

    If no fault was detected, the DIMM was installed successfully. ■ Related Information “DIMM Configuration” on page 71 ■ “DIMM Configuration Fault Messages” on page 76 ■ “Install a DIMM” on page 78 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 81: Servicing Hard Drives

    Servicing Hard Drives The storage devices in the server are hot-serviceable, meaning that the devices can be removed and inserted while the server is powered on, depending on the state of the device and the configuration of the data on that device. A hard drive is hot-pluggable if the drive is in slot 1 to 7.

  • Page 82: Hard Drive Leds

    The following LEDs are lit when a hard drive fault is detected: System Service Required LEDs on the front panel and rear I/O module ■ Service Required LED on the faulty drive ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 83: Remove A Hard Drive

    Remove a Hard Drive Determine if the System Service Required LEDs are lit on the front panel or the rear I/O module. “Interpreting LEDs” on page From the front of the server, check the drive LEDs to identify which drive needs to be replaced.
  • Page 84 Remove a Hard Drive a.    At the Oracle Solaris prompt, type the cfgadm -al command to list all drives in the device tree, including drives that are not configured: cfgadm -al This command lists dynamically reconfigurable hardware resources and shows their operational status.

  • Page 85: Install A Hard Drive

    Install a Hard Drive Pull the drive out of the server. The latch is not an ejector. Do not force the latch too far to the right. Doing so can Caution - damage the latch. Install the replacement drive or a filler tray. “Install a Hard Drive”...

  • Page 86: Verify The Hard Drive

    Refer to the Oracle Solaris OS administration documentation for more information. At the Oracle Solaris prompt, type the cfgadm -al command to list all drives in the device tree, including any drives that are not configured: cfgadm -al SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual •...
  • Page 87 Verify that the blue Ready to Remove LED is no longer lit on the drive that you installed. At the Oracle Solaris prompt, type the cfgadm -al command to list all drives in the device tree, including any drives that are not configured: cfgadm -al The replacement drive is now listed as configured.
  • Page 88 Verify the Hard Drive Related Information “Determine Which Hard Drive Is Faulty” on page 82 ■ “Install a Hard Drive” on page 85 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 89: Servicing The Main Module

    Servicing the Main Module The main module is a cold-service component that can be replaced only after you have powered off the server. For the location of the main module, see “Front Panel Components (Service)” on page This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to electrostatic Caution - discharge.

  • Page 90: Main Module Leds

    ■ Off – The AC power might have been disconnected to the power supplies. ■ Steady on, green – SP is running in its normal operating state. No service actions are required. ■ Blink, green – SP is initializing the Oracle ILOM firmware. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 91: Determine If The Main Module Is Faulty

    Configure the SER MGT port to enable the configuration parameters to be uploaded. Refer to the ILOM documentation for network configuration instructions. b.    Back up the ILOM configuration parameters. Oracle ILOM documentation. Shut down the server. Servicing the Main Module...
  • Page 92 Locate the main module in the server. “Front Panel Components (Service)” on page Squeeze the green latches together on the two extraction levers, and pull the extraction levers out to disengage the main module from the server. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 93 Remove the Main Module Pull the main module halfway out of the server. Press the levers back together, toward the center of the main module. This will keep the levers from getting damaged when you pull the main module out. Remove the main module completely from the server.
  • Page 94 “Servicing the Front I/O Assembly” ■ “Servicing the Storage Backplanes” ■ Related Information “Determine if the Main Module Is Faulty” on page 91 ■ “Install the Main Module” on page 95 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 95: Install The Main Module

    Install the Main Module Install the Main Module Place the cover back onto the main module, and slide the cover forward until the latch clicks into place. Open the levers so that they are fully open. Insert the main module back into its slot in the server until the levers begin to engage.
  • Page 96 “Verify the Storage Backplane” on page 107 ■ “Verify the System Configuration PROM” on page 120 ■ b.    If you replaced the entire main module, see “Verify the Main Module” on page SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 97: Verify The Main Module

    Note - You can load any supported system firmware version, including the firmware revision that had been installed prior to the replacement of the main module. However, Oracle strongly recommends installing the newest version of the system firmware. Power on the server.
  • Page 98 If no fault was detected, the main module was installed successfully. ■ Related Information “Determine if the Main Module Is Faulty” on page 91 ■ “Install the Main Module” on page 95 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 99: Servicing The Storage Backplanes

    Servicing the Storage Backplanes The storage backplances are cold-service components that can be replaced after you remove the main module. For the location of the storage backplanes, see “Main Module Internal Component Locations” on page This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to electrostatic Caution - discharge.
  • Page 100 “Remove the Main Module” on page Locate the storage backplane that you want to remove. Description Storage backplane for drives 4 through 7 (SAS_BP1) Storage backplane for drives 0 through 3 (SAS_BP0) SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 101 Remove a Storage Backplane Disconnect the two storage backplane cables from the storage backplane that you want to replace. Description Data cable Power cable Servicing the Storage Backplanes...
  • Page 102 Push the plastic panel toward the rear of the main module, and remove the plastic panel from the main module. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 103: Install A Storage Backplane

    Install a Storage Backplane Push the top edge of the storage backplane slightly toward the rear of the main module, then lift the storage backplane up and remove it from the main module. Related Information “Install a Storage Backplane” on page 103 ■...
  • Page 104 Install a Storage Backplane Lower the storage backplane into place. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 105 Install a Storage Backplane Slide the plastic retaining panel into place over the storage backplane so that the two notches in the panel slide underneath the two metal mounting studs on the hard drive assembly. Press on the press point on the retaining panel to secure it to the top of the hard drive assembly.
  • Page 106 Refer to the notes that you took when removing the hard drives to install them back into their original slots. See “Install a Hard Drive” on page Power on the server. “Returning the Server to Operation”. Verify the installation. “Verify the Storage Backplane” on page 107. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 107: Verify The Storage Backplane

    ■ “Connect the Power Cords” on page 191. ■ Started the system. “Power On the Server (Oracle ILOM)” on page 192. Log in to Oracle ILOM. “Log In to Oracle ILOM (Service)” on page Start the faultmgmt shell. start SP/faultmgmt/shell ->...
  • Page 108 SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 109: Servicing The Service Processor Card

    Servicing the Service Processor Card The service processor card is a cold-service component that can be replaced only after you have removed the main module. For the location of the service processor card, see “Main Module Internal Component Locations” on page This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to electrostatic Caution - discharge.

  • Page 110: Remove The Service Processor Card

    If you can access the service processor card, back up the SP configuration information. cd /SP/config -> dump -destination uri target -> where: The acceptable values for uri are tftp, ftp, sftp, scp, http,and https. ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 111 Remove the Service Processor Card target is the remote location where you want to store the configuration information. ■ For example: dump -destination tftp://129.99.99.99/pathname -> Take the necessary ESD precautions. “Prevent ESD Damage” on page Remove the main module from the server. “Remove the Main Module”...

  • Page 112: Install The Service Processor Card

    “Determine if the Service Processor Card Is Faulty” on page 109 ■ “Install the Service Processor Card” on page 112 ■ Install the Service Processor Card Take appropriate ESD measures. “Prevent ESD Damage” on page SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 113 7. If you do not see this message, go to Step Download the system firmware. a.    Configure the network port on the service processor card to enable the firmware image to be downloaded. For instructions, refer to the Oracle ILOM documentation. Servicing the Service Processor Card...

  • Page 114: Verify The Service Processor Card

    Verify the Service Processor Card b.    Download the system firmware. Follow the firmware download instructions in the Oracle ILOM documentation. You can load any supported system firmware version, including the firmware revision Note - that had been installed prior to the replacement of the service processor card.
  • Page 115 “Interpreting LEDs” on page If the Service Required LED is lit, see “Diagnostics Process” on page Log in to Oracle ILOM. “Log In to Oracle ILOM (Service)” on page Start the faultmgmt shell. -> start SP/faultmgmt/shell Are you sure you want to start the faultmgmt shell (y/n)? faultmgmtsp>...
  • Page 116 Verify the Service Processor Card Related Information “Determine if the Service Processor Card Is Faulty” on page 109 ■ “Install the Service Processor Card” on page 112 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 117: Servicing The System Configuration Prom

    Servicing the System Configuration PROM The system configuration PROM is a cold-service component that can be replaced only by qualified service personnel. The system configuration PROM stores the host ID and MAC address. If you have to replace the motherboard, be sure to move the System configuration PROM from the old motherboard to the new motherboard.

  • Page 118: Remove The System Configuration Prom

    Locate the system configuration PROM on the main module. “Main Module Internal Component Locations” on page Grasp the system configuration PROM, and lift it up to remove it from the main module. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 119: Install The System Configuration Prom

    Install the System Configuration PROM Related Information “Install the System Configuration PROM” on page 119 ■ “Verify the System Configuration PROM” on page 120 ■ Install the System Configuration PROM Before beginning this procedure, ensure that you are familiar with the cautions and safety instructions described in “Safety Information”...

  • Page 120: Verify The System Configuration Prom

    If no fault was detected, the System Configuration PROM was installed successfully. ■ For additional verification, run specific commands to display data stored in the System Configuration PROM. ■ Use the Oracle ILOM show command to display the MAC address: SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 121 Verify the System Configuration PROM -> show /HOST macaddress /HOST Properties: macaddress = **:**:**:**:**:** Use Oracle Solaris OS commands to display the hostid and Ethernet address: ■ hostid 8534299c ifconfig -a lo0: flags=2001000849<UP,LOOPBACK,RUNNING,MULTICAST,IPv4,VIRTUAL> mtu 8232 index 1 inet 127.0.0.1 netmask ff000000 igb0: flags=201004843<UP,BROADCAST,RUNNING,MULTICAST,IPv4>...
  • Page 122 SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 123: Servicing The Battery

    Servicing the Battery The battery is a cold-service component that can be replaced only after you have removed the main module. This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to electrostatic Caution - discharge. This discharge can cause server components to fail. These topics describe service procedures for the battery in the server.
  • Page 124 Push the top edge of the battery against the spring and lift it out of the carrier. Related Information “Install the Battery” on page 125 ■ “Verify the Battery” on page 126 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 125: Install The Battery

    If the SP is configured to synchronize with a network time server using the Network Time Protocol, the Oracle ILOM clock will be reset as soon as the server is powered on and connected to the network. Otherwise, proceed to the next step.

  • Page 126: Verify The Battery

    “Diagnostics Process” on page ■ If no fault was detected, the battery was installed successfully. ■ Related Information “Remove the Battery” on page 123 ■ “Install the Battery” on page 125 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 127: Servicing The Front I/O Assembly

    Servicing the Front I/O Assembly The front I/O assembly is a cold-service component that can be replaced only after you have removed the main module. This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to electrostatic Caution - discharge. This discharge can cause server components to fail. These topics describe service procedures for the front I/O assembly in the server.
  • Page 128 Locate the front I/O assembly on the main module. “Main Module Internal Component Locations” on page Locate the cable that connects the front I/O assembly to the motherboard. Description Front I/O assembly SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 129 Remove the Front I/O Assembly Disconnect the cable. Loosen the retaining screw that secures the front I/O assembly to the motherboard. Gently pull the front I/O assembly toward the rear of the main module until the ports at the front of the assembly clear the front of the main module, and then remove the front I/O assembly from the main module.

  • Page 130: Install The Front I/O Assembly

    Gently slide the front I/O assembly into position with the ports inserted into the port holes in ■ the front of the main module. Lower the rear of the front I/O assembly so that the captive screw is aligned with the screw ■ hole on the motherboard. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 131: Verify The Front I/O Assembly

    ■ “Connect the Power Cords” on page 191. ■ Started the system. “Power On the Server (Oracle ILOM)” on page 192. Log in to Oracle ILOM. “Log In to Oracle ILOM (Service)” on page Start the faultmgmt shell. start SP/faultmgmt/shell ->...
  • Page 132 If no fault was detected, the front I/O assembly was installed successfully. ■ Related Information “Remove the Front I/O Assembly” on page 127 ■ “Install the Front I/O Assembly” on page 130 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 133: Servicing Power Supplies

    Servicing Power Supplies The power supplies are hot-service components that can be replaced at any time. There are no slot restrictions for power supplies. Any supported power supply may be installed in any of the four power supply slots. However, in order to maintain full power redundancy, all four power supply slots must be occupied with functioning power supplies, and all four power cords must be plugged in.

  • Page 134: Power Supply Leds

    ■ Determine Which Power Supply Is Faulty The following LEDs are lit when a power supply fault is detected: System Service Required LEDs on the front panel and rear I/O module ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 135: Remove A Power Supply

    Remove a Power Supply Fault LED on the faulty power supply ■ Determine if the System Service Required LEDs are lit on the front panel or the rear I/O module. “Interpreting LEDs” on page From the front of the server, check the power supply Fault LEDs to identify which power supply needs to be replaced.
  • Page 136 At the front of the server, squeeze the release latches together on the power supply to be removed, then pull the extraction lever toward you to disengage the power supply. Pull the power supply out of the server. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 137: Install A Power Supply

    Install a Power Supply Install the replacement power supply. “Install a Power Supply” on page 137. Related Information “Determine Which Power Supply Is Faulty” on page 134 ■ “Install a Power Supply” on page 137 ■ Install a Power Supply The power supply is a hot-service component that can be replaced by a customer.

  • Page 138: Verify The Power Supply

    “Rear Panel Controls and LEDs” on page Verify that the front and rear Service Required LEDs are not lit. “Interpreting LEDs” on page Log in to Oracle ILOM. “Log In to Oracle ILOM (Service)” on page SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 139 Verify the Power Supply Start the faultmgmt shell. start SP/faultmgmt/shell -> Are you sure you want to start the faultmgmt shell (y/n)? faultmgmtsp> Use the fmadm faulty command to determine if the server is operating normally. If a fault was detected, see “Diagnostics Process”...
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  • Page 141: Servicing Fan Modules

    Servicing Fan Modules The fan modules are hot-service components that can be replaced at any time. The server will continue to operate at full capacity with nine fan modules installed in the server. The server will not operate with fewer than nine fan modules. If the server is operating with nine fan modules and one or more of those modules fails, the server will power down to keep from overheating.

  • Page 142: Determine Which Fan Module Is Faulty

    “Remove a Fan Module” on page 143. Related Information “Remove a Fan Module” on page 143 ■ “Install a Fan Module” on page 145 ■ “Verify the Fan Module” on page 146 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 143: Remove A Fan Module

    Remove a Fan Module Remove a Fan Module The fan modules are hot-service components that can be replaced if there are at least nine operating fan modules. For the location of the fan modules, see “Fan Module Locations” on page This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to electrostatic Caution - discharge.
  • Page 144 Remove a Fan Module Press the release button to disengage the fan latch. Pull out on the fan module to remove it from the server. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 145: Install A Fan Module

    Install a Fan Module Related Information “Determine Which Fan Module Is Faulty” on page 142 ■ “Install a Fan Module” on page 145 ■ “Verify the Fan Module” on page 146 ■ Install a Fan Module Insert the fan module into the empty fan module slot. Servicing Fan Modules...

  • Page 146: Verify The Fan Module

    “Verify the Fan Module” on page 146 ■ Verify the Fan Module Ensure that you have completed the following: Applied power to the server. ■ “Connect the Power Cords” on page 191. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 147 Verify the Fan Module Started the system. ■ “Power On the Server (Oracle ILOM)” on page 192. Check the front or rear panel LEDs for the following indications: Green System OK LED – illuminated ■ Amber System Fault LED – not illuminated ■...
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  • Page 149: Servicing Pcie Cards

    O fabric consists of the PCIe switches, PCIe slots, and leaf devices associated with the root complex. Understanding the relationship of the PCIe root complexes to the PCIe I/O fabrics will help you to properly assign devices when configuring Oracle VM Server for SPARC logical domains.

  • Page 150: Root Complex Connections (Four Processor Modules)

    Each root complex connects to two I/O slots through two of five multiplexing switches. The port ID values shown in the diagram correspond to the pci@ values reported in the OpenBoot show-devs command output. For example: Switch I/O Slot Root Complex Path /pci@300/pci@1/pci@0/pci@6 SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 151: Root Complex Connections (Two Processor Modules)

    Understanding PCIe Root Complex Connections Switch I/O Slot Root Complex Path /pci@340/pci@1/pci@0/pci@6 /pci@380/pci@1/pci@0/pci@a /pci@3c0/pci@1/pci@0/pci@e /pci@400/pci@1/pci@0/pci@c /pci@440/pci@1/pci@0/pci@c /pci@480/pci@1/pci@0/pci@4 /pci@4c0/pci@1/pci@0/pci@8 /pci@500/pci@1/pci@0/pci@e /pci@540/pci@1/pci@0/pci@e /pci@580/pci@1/pci@0/pci@a /pci@5c0/pci@1/pci@0/pci@8 /pci@600/pci@1/pci@0/pci@8 /pci@640/pci@1/pci@0/pci@8 /pci@680/pci@1/pci@0/pci@4 /pci@6c0/pci@1/pci@0/pci@4 If you are upgrading the server, return to “Server Upgrade Process” on page Note - Related Information “Root Complex Connections (Two Processor Modules)”...
  • Page 152 The port ID values shown in the diagram correspond to the pci@ values reported in the showdevs command output. For example: Switch I/O Slot Root Complex Path /pci@300/pci@1/pci@0/pci@6 /pci@300/pci@1/pci@0/pci@c /pci@340/pci@1/pci@0/pci@6 /pci@340/pci@1/pci@0/pci@c /pci@600/pci@1/pci@0/pci@e /pci@600/pci@1/pci@0/pci@8 /pci@640/pci@1/pci@0/pci@e /pci@640/pci@1/pci@0/pci@8 /pci@380/pci@1/pci@0/pci@a /pci@380/pci@1/pci@0/pci@4 /pci@3c0/pci@1/pci@0/pci@e /pci@3c0/pci@1/pci@0/pci@8 /pci@680/pci@1/pci@0/pci@a /pci@680/pci@1/pci@0/pci@4 /pci@6c0/pci@1/pci@0/pci@8 SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 153: Pcie Card Installation Guidelines

    To achieve optimal load balancing in a half-populated server, use the following order to install PCIe cards. You might choose to populate the slots differently due to Oracle VM software or redundant failover considerations, but load balancing might not be as efficient. You should distribute the...

  • Page 154: Pcie Carrier Leds And Controls

    PCIe Carrier LEDs and Controls Icon Description PCIe carrier. Attention ATTN Indicates an operational fault. You can also press this button to alert the server to a newly Required button installed PCIe card. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 155: Determine Which Pcie Card Is Faulty

    Determine Which PCIe Card Is Faulty Icon Description Power OK LED Indicates these conditions: (green) ■ Off – PCIe card is not running. You can safely remove the card or install a new card. ■ Steady on – PCIe card is powered on and is running in its normal operating state. No service actions are required.
  • Page 156 Take the necessary ESD precautions. “Prevent ESD Damage” on page Start this procedure with the primary domain at the Oracle Solaris prompt. Removing a PCIe card carrier while the primary domain is at the Open Boot prompt is Note - not supported.
  • Page 157 Go to Step ■ CLI: At the Oracle Solaris prompt, list all of the PCIe devices in the device a.    tree: hotplug list -l | grep PCIE This command lists dynamically reconfigurable PCIe resources and shows their operational status. In this case, look for the status of the card you plan to remove.
  • Page 158 Pull the carrier's handle down to disengage the carrier from the card cage. Remove the carrier from the server. Related Information “Determine Which PCIe Card Is Faulty” on page 155 ■ “Install a Card Carrier” on page 168 ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 159: Remove A Pcie Card

    Remove a PCIe Card Remove a PCIe Card This procedure involves handling circuit boards that are extremely sensitive to static Caution - electricity. Ensure that you follow ESD preventative practices to avoid damaging the circuit boards. See “Prevent ESD Damage” on page Ensure that you have already taken antistatic measures.
  • Page 160 Remove a PCIe Card Unlatch and open the top cover of the carrier. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 161 Remove a PCIe Card Carefully remove the PCIe card from the carrier. Avoid twisting or pulling unevenly on the card, which could damage the card and the Caution - carrier slot. Place the PCIe card on an antistatic mat or into its antistatic packaging. Determine your next step: If you are replacing the PCIe card, go to “Install a PCIe Card”...

  • Page 162: Remove A Carrier Extension

    Also, if you are reconfiguring the server to remove a double-wide carrier, you must remove the carrier extension so that you can re-install the main carrier. Unlock the carrier extension at the front panel. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 163 Remove a Carrier Extension Hold the latch open, and swing the carrier extension away from the main carrier, separating the two components. Determine your next step: If you are replacing the PCIe card with another card, go to “Install a PCIe ■...

  • Page 164: Install A Carrier Extension

    Install the PCIe card. “Install a PCIe Card” on page 165. Align the rear flange on the carrier extension with the rear wall of the main carrier, and swing the two components together. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 165: Install A Pcie Card

    Install a PCIe Card Related Information “Install a PCIe Card” on page 165 ■ “Install a Card Carrier” on page 168 ■ Install a PCIe Card This procedure involves handling circuit boards that are extremely sensitive to static Caution - electricity.
  • Page 166 Do not twist or turn the PCIe card as you insert it into the carrier. The card's Caution - connector must be fully seated in the carrier's slot before you attempt to close the top cover. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 167 Install a PCIe Card Ensure that the card's bulkhead notch is aligned properly with the carrier's bulkhead pin so that the cover enages the pin. Servicing PCIe Cards...

  • Page 168: Install A Card Carrier

    “Verify the PCIe Card” on page 171 ■ Install a Card Carrier The SPARC T5-8 server supports single-wide and double-wide card carriers. The installation steps are the same for both carrier widths. This topic includes illustrations only for the single- wide carrier.
  • Page 169 Ensure that you follow ESD preventative practices to avoid damaging the circuit boards. See “Prevent ESD Damage” on page Ensure that the primary domain is at the Oracle Solaris prompt. Installing a PCIe card carrier while the primary domain is at the Open Boot prompt is not Note - supported.
  • Page 170 Press the Attention button. The card's Power OK LED should illuminate, indicating that the card is online. b.    At the Oracle Solaris prompt, power on and enable the PCIe card. Example: hotplug poweron /pci@340/pci@1/pci@0/pci@6 PCIE3 hotplug enable /pci@340/pci@1/pci@0/pci@6 PCIE3 Verify the card's installation.

  • Page 171: Verify The Pcie Card

    191. Started the system. ■ “Power On the Server (Oracle ILOM)” on page 192. Verify that the Fault LED is not lit on the PCIe card. Verify that the System Service Required LEDs on the front panel and rear I/O module are not lit.
  • Page 172 “Diagnostics Process” on page ■ If no fault was detected, the PCIe card was installed successfully. ■ At the Oracle Solaris prompt, ensure that the card is enabled. hotplug list -l | grep PCIE Example: /pci@300/pci@1/pci@0/pci@6 [PCIE1] EMPTY /pci@340/pci@1/pci@0/pci@6 [PCIE3] ENABLED...

  • Page 173: Servicing The Rear I/O Module

    ■ “Returning the Server to Operation” ■ Determine if the Rear I/O Module Is Faulty Log in to Oracle ILOM. “Log In to Oracle ILOM (Service)” on page Start the faultmgmt shell. -> start SP/faultmgmt/shell Servicing the Rear I/O Module...

  • Page 174: Remove The Rear I/O Module

    Label the cables connected to the ports on the rear I/O module, and then disconnect the cables from the ports. You will reconnect the cables to the same ports on the replacement rear I/O module. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 175 Remove the Rear I/O Module Press the green buttons on the rear I/O module ejection levers, and spread the levers open to eject the rear I/O module. Servicing the Rear I/O Module...

  • Page 176: Install The Rear I/O Module

    “Install the Rear I/O Module” on page 176 ■ “Verify the Rear I/O Module” on page 178 ■ Install the Rear I/O Module Take the necessary ESD precautions. “Prevent ESD Damage” on page SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 177 Install the Rear I/O Module With the levers in the extended position, insert the rear I/O module into the slot at the rear of the server. Servicing the Rear I/O Module...

  • Page 178: Verify The Rear I/O Module

    “Verify the Rear I/O Module” on page 178 ■ Verify the Rear I/O Module Ensure that you have completed the following: Applied power to the server. ■ “Connect the Power Cords” on page 191. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 179 Verify the Rear I/O Module Started the system. ■ “Power On the Server (Oracle ILOM)” on page 192. Verify that the System Service Required LED on the rear I/O module is not lit. “Rear Panel Controls and LEDs” on page Log in to Oracle ILOM.
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  • Page 181: Servicing The Rear Chassis Subassembly

    “Detecting and Managing Faults” ■ “Preparing for Service” ■ “Component Service Task Reference” on page 23 ■ “Returning the Server to Operation” ■ Determine if the Rear Chassis Subassembly Is Faulty Log in to Oracle ILOM. Servicing the Rear Chassis Subassembly...

  • Page 182: Remove The Rear Chassis Subassembly

    “Removing Power From the Server” on page Disconnect the power coards. “Disconnect the Power Cords” on page Take the necessary ESD precautions. “Prevent ESD Damage” on page At the front of the server, remove all of these components: SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 183: Determine Your Next Step

    Remove the Rear Chassis Subassembly Component Link Cables Ensure that you label the cables. Processor modules (top to bottom) “Remove a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module” on page 63 Main module “Remove the Main Module” on page 91 Power supplies “Remove a Power Supply”...
  • Page 184 Remove the Rear Chassis Subassembly Place a mechanical lift under the chassis, and remove the screws that fasten it to the rack. Remove the chassis from the rack, and place it on an appropriate surface. SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...

  • Page 185: Install The Rear Chassis Subassembly

    Install the Rear Chassis Subassembly Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the five screws that secure the rear chassis subassembly to the server chassis, and then, slide the rear chassis subassembly out and away from the chassis. Slide the rear chassis subassembly out and away from the chassis. Related Information “Determine if the Rear Chassis Subassembly Is Faulty”...
  • Page 186 Phillips screwdriver, tighten the five green screws to secure the rear chassis subassembly in the server. Determine your next step: If you have another person to assist you, go to Step ■ ■ If you are alone, go to Step SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 187 Install the Rear Chassis Subassembly Place the chassis on a mechanical lift. Install the chassis into the rack, and secure the chassis with the four screws that were removed. At the rear of the server, install these components. Component Link Rear I/O module “Install the Rear I/O Module”...

  • Page 188: Verify The Rear Chassis Subassembly

    Use the fmadm faulty command to determine if the server is operating normally. If a fault was detected, see “Diagnostics Process” on page ■ If no fault was detected, the rear chassis subassembly was installed successfully. ■ SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 189 Verify the Rear Chassis Subassembly Related Information “Determine if the Rear Chassis Subassembly Is Faulty” on page 181 ■ “Install the Rear Chassis Subassembly” on page 185 ■ Servicing the Rear Chassis Subassembly...
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  • Page 191: Returning The Server To Operation

    Returning the Server to Operation These topics explain how to return the server from Oracle to operation after you have performed service procedures. Steps Description Links Apply power to the server. “Connect the Power Cords” on page 191 Start the system.

  • Page 192: Power On The Server (Oracle Ilom)

    Power On the Server (Oracle ILOM) The start up process depends on the last power state of the server and on Oracle ILOM policy settings. You must check to see if the system is running before you issue the start /SYS command.

  • Page 193: Power On The Server (Power Button)

    If you are local to the server, you can use the Power button to start the system. However, the start up process depends on the last power state of the system and on Oracle ILOM policy settings. After pressing the Power button, you will need to check the system to ensure that it is running.
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  • Page 195: Glossary

    Cable management assembly. Chassis monitoring module (server modules only). The CMM is the service processor in the modular system that contains server modules. Oracle ILOM runs on the CMM, providing lights out management of the components in the modular system chassis. See...
  • Page 196 Host bus adapter. host The part of the server or server module with the CPU and other hardware that runs the Oracle Solaris OS and other applications. The term host is used to distinguish the primary computer from the SP. See SP.
  • Page 197 Media access controller address. modular The rackmountable chassis that holds server modules, storage modules, NEMs, and PCI EMs system (server modules only). The modular system provides Oracle ILOM through its CMM. MSGID Message identifier. name space Top-level Oracle ILOM target.
  • Page 198 Oracle ILOM Oracle ILOM Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager. Oracle ILOM firmware is preinstalled on a variety of Oracle systems. Oracle ILOM enables you to remotely manage your Oracle servers regardless of the state of the host system. Oracle ILOM Oracle ILOM that runs on the CMM (server modules only).
  • Page 199 Solid-state drive. Secure shell. storage Modular component that provides computing storage to the server modules. module Telecommunications Industry Association (Netra products only). Maximum ambient temperature. U.S. NEC United States National Electrical Code. Universal connector port. User interface. Underwriters Laboratory Inc. Coordinated Universal Time.
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  • Page 201: Index

    Index diag_mode parameter,   35 AC power connectors diag_trigger parameter,   35 locating,   15 diag_verbosity parameter,   35 adding additional processor modules,   59 DIMMs antistatic wrist strap,   50 capacities,   71 configuration,   71 failures,   73 Fault Remind button,   75 faulty,   66 battery general error message,   76 installing,   125 installing,   78 locating,   17 locating faulty NAC name,   23 using DIMM Fault Remind button,   75 removing,   123 usingfmadm faulty command,   73 NAC name,   23...
  • Page 202 DIMMs,   78 power supplies,   134 fan modules,   145 processor modules,   62 front I/O assembly,   130 SP,   109 hard drives,   85 log files main module,   95 viewing,   46 PCIe carriers,   168 power supplies,   137 processor modules,   67 rear chassis subassembly,   185 rear I/O module,   176 main module SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 203 Oracle Solaris PSH using power button,   193 checking for faults,   41 using start /SYS command,   192 clearing faults,   44 processor modules overview,   41 cover,   65 Oracle VTS,   25, 27, 87 DIMMs,   66 overview, server upgrade,   59 installing,   67 locating,   14 locating faulty,   62 NAC name,   24 removing,   63 PCIe cards verifying functionality,   70 characteristics,   153...
  • Page 204 System Service Required LED,   31, 33 SCC PROM locating,   17 NAC name,   24 server connecting power cords,   191 tools needed for service,   51 powering off emergency shutdown,   55 gracefully with power button,   55 using SP command,   54 powering on upgrade overview,   59 SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual • November 2015...
  • Page 205 Index upgrading to a fully-populated configuration,   59 USB ports,   21 using Oracle VTS,   25, 27 UUID,   41 /var/adm/messages file,   46 verifying functionality DIMMs,   80 fan modules,   146 hard drives,   86 PCIe cards,   171 power supplies,   138 processor modules,   70 rear I/O module,   178 SP,   114 video port,   21 viewing system message log files,   46...
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