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Exadata Storage Server X6-2
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Part No: E63691-03
July 2018

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  • Page 1 Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 ® High Capacity Installation Guide Part No: E63691-03 July 2018...
  • Page 3 Oracle. Oracle Corporation and its affiliates will not be responsible for any loss, costs, or damages incurred due to your access to or use of third-party content, products, or services, except as set forth in an applicable agreement between you and Oracle.
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Using This Documentation .................  7 Product Documentation Library .................  7 Feedback .......................  7 Storage Server Features and Components ............ 9 Storage Server Integration Into Exadata ..............  9 Storage Server Features .................. 9 Storage Server Components ................ 10 Front Panel Status Indicators, Connectors, and Drives ..........  11 Front Panel With Twelve 3.5-inch Drives .......... 11 Back Panel Status Indicators, Connectors, Drives, and PCIe Slots ...... 12 Shipping Inventory ..................
  • Page 6 References for Troubleshooting and Diagnostics .......... 65 Technical Support Information Worksheet ............ 66 Locating the Storage Server Serial Number ............ 66 Locating the Exadata Database Machine Rack Serial Numbers and JobID Label .. 67 Index ........................ 69 Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

  • Page 7: Using This Documentation

    Using This Documentation Overview – Contains hardware installation procedures for the Oracle Exadata Storage ■ Server X6-2 High Capacity. Audience – Trained technicians and authorized service personnel who have been instructed ■ on how to install the storage server into a rack.
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  • Page 9: Storage Server Features And Components

    Machine X6-2 spares kit. Storage Server Integration Into Exadata The Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity is factory installed as part of your integrated Exadata Database Machine configuration. Use the information in this document only if you are adding additional storage servers to the Exadata rack configuration, or if you need to service components within the storage server.

  • Page 10: Storage Server Components

    Four 80-mm, hot-swappable fan modules. Each fan module contains two counter- rotating fan pairs. Each power supply has its own cooling fans. Operating system Exadata preinstalled operating system (OS) image located on hard disk drives 0 and 1. Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

  • Page 11: Front Panel Status Indicators, Connectors, And Drives

    Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity. Front Panel With Twelve 3.5-inch Drives The following figure shows the status indicators (LEDs), connectors, and drives on the front panel of a Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity configured with twelve 3.5-inch storage drives. Figure...

  • Page 12: Back Panel Status Indicators, Connectors, Drives, And Pcie Slots

    Rear storage drive 0 (HDD/SSD) and storage drive 1 (HDD/SSD) 3, 4, 10, PCIe slots 1, 2, 4, 5 (These slots contain the Oracle Flash Accelerator F320 NVMe PCIe Add In Card.) PCIe slot 3 (This slot contains the Sun Dual Port QDR InfiniBand Host Channel Adapter for PCIExpress Gen 3.)

  • Page 13: Shipping Inventory

    Keep all contents and packing material for the agent's inspection. The carton contains the server and the ship kit. The ship kit for the Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity includes the following items: Power cords, C13 outlet connector for rack PDU ■...
  • Page 14 One 8-TB 7,200-rpm high-capacity SAS disk ■ One 3.2-TB Exadata Smart Flash card ■ Related Information “Shipping Inventory” on page 13 ■ “Storage Server Components” on page 10 ■ Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

  • Page 15: System Specifications

    Related Information “Storage Server Features and Components” on page 9 ■ Physical Specifications The following table lists the physical specifications for the Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity. Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Physical Specifications TABLE 2...

  • Page 16: Environmental Specifications

    Roll-off: 1.25-inch roll- off free fall, front to back IEC 60068-2-27 Test Ea rolling directions Threshold: 13 mm threshold height at 0.65 m/s impact velocity ETE-1010-02 Rev A Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

  • Page 17: Power Specifications

    Shipping carton weight 5.8 kg (12.8 lbs) When the Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity is unloaded at your site, leave the storage server in its shipping carton until it arrives in its installation location. Use a separate System Specifications...

  • Page 18: Agency Compliance

    ■ 2012/19/EU WEEE Directive † All standards and certifications referenced are to the latest official version. For additional detail, please contact your sales representative. ‡ Other country regulations/certifications may apply. Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

  • Page 19: About Rack Installation

    “Exadata Storage Expansion Rack X6-2 Configuration Storage Expansion Rack. Restrictions” on page 22 Rack Installation Procedure Overview The following table lists the tasks you need to install the Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity into a rack. Step Description Links Review important safety documentation.

  • Page 20: Rack Requirements

    Rack Requirements The Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity is a 2 rack unit (2U) storage server that fits inside Oracle's Exadata rack. The rack specifications are listed in the following table. Exadata Rack Specifications...

  • Page 21: Maintenance Space Requirements

    Front of the storage server 123.2 cm (48.5 inches) Configuration Restrictions There are restrictions for adding servers to the Oracle Exadata Database Machine. The following sections describe the restrictions for flexible configurations: “Exadata Database Machine X6-2 Configuration Restrictions” on page 21 ■...

  • Page 22: Exadata Storage Expansion Rack X6-2 Configuration Restrictions

    Exadata storage servers are installed in the rack in the following order: ■ 1. Up to 3 storage servers in U02 to U07, starting with U02. 2. Up to 4 storage servers in U08 to U15, starting with U08. Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...
  • Page 23 Exadata Storage Expansion Rack X6-2 Configuration Restrictions 3. Up to 7 storage servers in U27 to U40, starting with U27. 4. Up to 2 storage servers in U26 to U23, starting with U26. 5. Up to 2 storage servers in U19 to U16, starting with U19. 6.
  • Page 24 Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

  • Page 25: Installing The Storage Server Into A Rack

    ■ Installation Prerequisites Ensure that the following tasks are complete before you start the rackmount procedures: Read the Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Safety and Compliance Guide ■ and the Important Safey Information for Oracle Hardware Systems. Ensure that your site meets the required electrical and environmental requirements. See ■...

  • Page 26: Safety Precautions When Rackmounting The Storage Server

    Reliable earthing: Reliable earthing of rackmounted equipment should be Caution - maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (for example, use of power strips). Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

  • Page 27: Esd Precautions

    Wear an antistatic grounding strap connected to a metal surface on the chassis when you work on system components. Read the safety information in the Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Safety and Compliance Guide and in the Important Safety Information for Oracle Hardware Systems before installing the storage server.

  • Page 28: Rackmount Kit Contents

    Figure Description Legend Slide-rails Mounting brackets Four M4 x 5 fine-pitch mounting bracket securing screws (not used) Installation card Related Information “Rack Requirements” on page 20 ■ Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

  • Page 29: Install The Storage Server Into The Rack

    Install the Storage Server Into the Rack Install the Storage Server Into the Rack Use the following procedures to add the storage server to the rack: “Stabilize the Rack for Installation” on page 29 ■ “Install Mounting Brackets” on page 30 ■...

  • Page 30: Install Mounting Brackets

    Position a mounting bracket against the chassis so that the slide-rail lock is at the storage server front, and the five keyhole openings on the mounting bracket are aligned with the five locating pins on the side of the chassis. Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

  • Page 31: Mark The Rackmount Location

    Mark the Rackmount Location Figure Description Legend Chassis front Slide-rail lock Mounting bracket Mounting bracket clip With the heads of the five chassis locating pins protruding through the five keyhole openings in the mounting bracket, pull the mounting bracket toward the front of the chassis until the mounting bracket clip locks into place with an audible click.
  • Page 32 Mark the mounting holes for the rear slide-rails. Related Information “Rack Requirements” on page 20 ■ “Install Mounting Brackets” on page 30 ■ “Attach Tool-Less Slide-Rail Assemblies” on page 35 ■ Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

  • Page 33: Connect Ac Power Cables Before Installing Tool-Less Slide-Rails In Sun Rack Ii 1042

    Connect AC Power Cables Before Installing Tool-less Slide-Rails in Sun Rack II 1042 Connect AC Power Cables Before Installing Tool-less Slide- Rails in Sun Rack II 1042 Note - You must perform the procedure in this section if you are installing the storage server in the Sun Rack II 1042 (1000-mm) system rack.

  • Page 34: Install Ac Power Cables And Slide-Rails

    Prior to installing the slide-rails into the rack, install right-angle AC power cables into the left-side and right-side PDU electrical sockets for the servers you are going to rack mount. Install the slide-rails into the rack. Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

  • Page 35: Attach Tool-Less Slide-Rail Assemblies

    Attach Tool-Less Slide-Rail Assemblies “Attach Tool-Less Slide-Rail Assemblies” on page Attach Tool-Less Slide-Rail Assemblies Use this procedure to attach tool-less slide-rail assemblies to the rack. Installing the Storage Server Into a Rack...
  • Page 36 Attach Tool-Less Slide-Rail Assemblies Orient one of the slide-rail assemblies [1] so that the ball-bearing track [2] is forward and locked in place [3]. Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...
  • Page 37 Attach Tool-Less Slide-Rail Assemblies Starting with either the left or right side of the rack, align the rear of the slide- rail assembly against the inside of the rear rack rail, and push until the assembly locks into place with an audible click. Align the front of the slide-rail assembly against the outside of the front rack rail, and push until the assembly locks into place with an audible click.

  • Page 38: Install The Storage Server Into The Slide-Rail Assemblies

    Push the slide-rails into the slide-rail assemblies in the rack as far as possible. Position the storage server so that the rear ends of the mounting brackets are aligned with the slide-rail assemblies that are mounted in the rack. Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...
  • Page 39 Install the Storage Server Into the Slide-Rail Assemblies Insert the mounting brackets into the slide-rails [1], and then push the storage server into the rack until the mounting brackets encounter the slide-rail stops (approximately 12 inches, or 30 cm). Simultaneously pull down and hold the slide-rail release levers on each mounting bracket [2] while you push the storage server into the rack until the slide-rail locks (on the front of the mounting brackets) engage the slide-rail assemblies.

  • Page 40: Install The Cable Management Arm

    Follow this procedure to install the cable management arm (CMA), which you can use to manage cables connected to the rear of the storage server. Unpack the CMA. Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...
  • Page 41 Slide-rail latching bracket (used with connector Velcro straps (6) Rear slide bar Connector B Oracle Storage Server X6-2 (1U) cable covers Connector C Oracle Storage Server X6-2L (2U) cable covers Ensure that the correct cable covers for your server are installed on the CMA.
  • Page 42 Note - The CMA ships with three flat cable covers installed. If you are going to install the CMA on a Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity, remove the flat cable covers and install the round cable covers. Remove the flat cable covers and install the round cable covers.
  • Page 43 Install the Cable Management Arm Apply upward pressure to the outside edge of each hinge connector until the hinge connector comes off the hinge [frame 3]. Repeat steps A and B to remove all three cable covers. One at a time, position each round cable cover horizontally over the hinges, and align the hinge connectors with the hinges.
  • Page 44 To install the CMA's connector B into the right slide-rail: Insert the CMA's connector B into the front slot on the right slide-rail until it locks into place with an audible click [frames 1 and 2]. Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...
  • Page 45 Install the Cable Management Arm The connector B tab (see callout 1) goes into the slide-rail's front slot (callout 2). Gently tug on the right side of the front slide bar to verify that connector B is properly seated. To install the CMA's connector C into the right slide-rail: Installing the Storage Server Into a Rack...
  • Page 46 To prepare the CMA's connector D for installation, remove the tape that secures the slide-rail latching bracket to connector D and ensure that the latching bracket is properly aligned with connector D [frames 1 and 2]. Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...
  • Page 47 Install the Cable Management Arm The CMA is shipped with the slide-rail latching bracket taped to connector D. You must Note - remove the tape before you install this connector. To install the CMA's connector D into the left slide-rail: While holding the slide-rail latching bracket in place, insert connector D and its associated slide-rail latching bracket into the left slide-rail until connector D locks into place with an audible click [frames 1 and 2].
  • Page 48 To reduce the risk of personal injury, stabilize the rack cabinet and extend all anti-tilt Caution - devices before extending the storage server from the rack. For instructions for stabilizing the rack, see “Stabilize the Rack for Installation” on page Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...
  • Page 49 Install the Cable Management Arm Extend the storage server from the front of the rack until the CMA is fully extended. To return the storage server to the rack: Simultaneously pull and hold the two green release tabs (one on each side of the storage server) toward the front of the storage server while you push the storage server into the rack.
  • Page 50 Open the CMA cable covers, route storage server cables through the CMA's cable troughs, close the cable covers, and secure the cables with the six Velcro straps. Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...
  • Page 51 Install the Cable Management Arm Route the cables through the cable troughs in this order: First through the front-most cable trough. Then through the small cable trough. Then through the rear-most cable trough When securing the cables with the Velcro straps located on the front slide bar, ensure Note - that the Velcro straps do not wrap around the bottom of the slide bar;...

  • Page 52: Verify Operation Of Slide-Rails And Cable Management Arm

    Inspect the attached cables for any binding or kinks. Verify that the CMA extends fully with the slide-rails. To return the storage server back to the rack: Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...
  • Page 53 Verify Operation of Slide-Rails and Cable Management Arm Simultaneously pull and hold the two green release tabs (one on each side of of the storage server) toward the front of the storage server while you push the storage server into the rack. As you push the storage server into the rack, verify that the CMA retracts without binding.

  • Page 54: Remove The Cable Management Arm

    Unwrap the six Velcro straps that are securing the cables. Open the three cable covers to the fully opened position. Remove the cables from the CMA and set them aside. To disconnect connector D: Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...
  • Page 55 Remove the Cable Management Arm Press the green release tab (callout 1) on the slide-rail latching bracket toward the left and slide the connector D out of the left slide-rail [frames 1 and 2]. When you slide connector D out of the left slide-rail, the slide-rail latching bracket portion of the connector remains in place.
  • Page 56 [frames 1 and 2]. To disconnect connector B: Place your right arm under the CMA to support it and grasp the rear end of connector B with your right hand. Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...
  • Page 57 Remove the Cable Management Arm Use your left thumb to pull the connector B release lever to the left away from the right slide-rail (callout 1) and use your right hand to pull the connector out of the slide-rail [frames 1 and 2]. To disconnect connector A: Place your left arm under the CMA to support it and grasp the rear end of connector A with your left hand.
  • Page 58 Remove the CMA from the rack and place it on a flat surface. Go to the front of the storage server and push it back into the rack. Related Information “Install the Cable Management Arm” on page 40 ■ Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

  • Page 59: Cabling The Storage Server

    Rear Cable Connections and Ports The following figure shows the locations of cable connectors and ports on the back of the Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity and the cables and devices that you would typically connect to them.
  • Page 60 (CLI) commands. Typically, you connect a terminal or terminal emulator to this port. Note - This port does not support network connections. Related Information “Ethernet Ports” on page 61 ■ Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

  • Page 61: Ethernet Ports

    Ethernet Ports “Connect the Power Cords” on page 61 ■ Ethernet Ports The storage server has four RJ-45 10-Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) network connectors, labeled NET 3, NET 2, NET 1, and NET 0, from left to right on the storage server rear panel. Use these ports to connect the storage server to the network.
  • Page 62 2.9 seconds off) and the SP OK LED is steady on, indicating that the SP (and Oracle ILOM) is ready for use. In standby power mode, the storage server is not initialized or fully powered on at this point. Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...
  • Page 63 Connect the Power Cords For the location of the status indicator LEDs, see “Front Panel Status Indicators, Connectors, and Drives” on page 11 “Back Panel Status Indicators, Connectors, Drives, and PCIe Slots” on page Do not operate the storage server unless all fans, component heatsinks, air baffles, Caution - and the top cover are installed.
  • Page 64 Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

  • Page 65: Troubleshooting Installation Issues

    References for Troubleshooting and Diagnostics For product-specific information about troubleshooting problems, refer to “Troubleshooting and Diagnostics” in Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Service Manual. Knowledge articles, white papers, and product updates are available through the Oracle Support portal: https://support.oracle.com Troubleshooting Installation Issues...

  • Page 66: Technical Support Information Worksheet

    This sheet includes the serial number. From the Oracle ILOM CLI, type the show /System command. ■ Related Information “Front Panel Status Indicators, Connectors, and Drives” on page 11 ■ Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

  • Page 67: Locating The Exadata Database Machine Rack Serial Numbers And Jobid Label

    Locating the Exadata Database Machine Rack Serial Numbers and JobID Label Locating the Exadata Database Machine Rack Serial Numbers and JobID Label During a service call, you might need the serial numbers and the JobID label from the Exadata Database Machine rack. Record these numbers for future use. You can find the system serial numbers and JobID label in the following physical locations: Look for the Large System Serial Number label and JobID label on the front of the rack, ■...
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  • Page 69: Index

    Index agency compliance specifications, 18 physical specifications, 15 rack installation, 25 cable management arm (CMA) rackmount installing on storage server, 40 kit, 25 uninstalling, 54 rail assembly, 25 verifying operation, 52 stabilizing the rack, 29, 48, 52, 54 cabling, required cable connections, 59 rail assembly, 25 environmental specifications, 16 serial management (SER MGT) port, 59...
  • Page 70 Index video port, location, 59 worksheet, support, 66 Oracle Exadata Storage Server X6-2 High Capacity Installation Guide • July 2018...

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