Oracle X7-8 Service Manual page 264

Configure Single 8-Socket Server to Dual 4-Socket Server (CRU)
Prepare to set up and configure two servers (System A and System B) for independent
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operation.
Determine Oracle Server X7-8 dual 4-socket system (2x4) CMOD CPU module processor
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and memory population.
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identical or different processor SKUs and memory.
In an Oracle Server X7-8 dual 4-socket system (2x4), the System A and System B
CMOD processor and memory populations can be dissimilar. Conversion to a single 8-
socket system (1x8) may require additional CMOD processor and memory removal and
replacement to match all CMODs.
Resolve all open problems in the server, server components, and chassis.
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Verify the System B management ports connectivity on SMOD1 on the back panel, as
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required.
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Prepare the System B host's network ports.
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Connect four Ethernet cables for the host's primary interface to the main network. Attach
Ethernet cables to the System B four network ports NET0-3.
1. Clear all server faults.
See "Troubleshooting and Diagnostics" on page
Verify the System A server single 8-socket (1x8) server mode.
2.
See "Verify the Current Socket Mode Configuration" on page
Prepare the server for warm service.
3.
Log in to the System A Oracle ILOM command-line interface (CLI), and type the following
command at the Oracle ILOM prompt:
To gracefully shut down the server, type:
-> stop /System
Are you sure you want to stop /System (y/n)? y
Stopping /System.
See "Preparing the Server for Component Replacement" on page
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In a dual 4-socket configuration, the two sides of the system can support either
Connect a serial cable between the SP and a terminal device or PC, used for the initial
configuration. Attach the serial cable to the System B serial management port SER
MGT.
Connect an Ethernet cable for the SP to the administration network. Attach an Ethernet
cable to the System B SP management port NET MGT.
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