Remove The Spm - Oracle SPARC T8-1 Service Manual

Remove the SPM

Remove the SPM
Caution -
the motherboard assembly. You must disconnect the power cables from the server before
performing these procedures.
Caution -
sensitivity can cause the component to fail. To avoid damage, ensure that you follow antistatic
practices as described in
Replacing the SPM is a cold-service procedure that can be performed by customers. The server
must be completely powered down before performing this procedure.
See "Component Service Categories" on page 43
service procedures.
The SP OK indicator on the front panel will be off when an SPM fault is detected.
1. If possible, back up the Oracle ILOM configuration before removing the SPM.
After you replace the SPM, restoring the SPM configuration will be easier if you previously
saved the configuration using the Oracle ILOM backup utility. Refer to the Oracle ILOM
documentation for instructions on backing up and restoring the Oracle ILOM configuration.
To retain the same version of the system firmware with the new SPM, note the current version
before removing the SPM.
Prepare the system for service.
2.
See "Preparing for Service" on page
3. Locate the SPM, near the rear of the server.
4. Remove the SPM.
Note -
aside where it is protected from static. You must reinstall the SPM on the new motherboard.
a. Grasp the SPM by the two grasp points (panel 1) and tilt up to disengage the
SPM from the connectors on the motherboard.
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Ensure that all power is removed from the server before removing or installing
These procedures require that you handle components that are sensitive to ESD. This
"ESD Measures" on page
If you are removing the SPM because you are replacing the motherboard, set the SPM
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for more information about this category of
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