Connect The Ethernet Network Cables - Oracle SPARC T8-4 Installation Manual

Connect the Ethernet Network Cables

Connect the NET MGT port to your network switch or hub using a Category 5 (or
better) cable.
See "Rear Panel Components" on page 15
The NET MGT port is not operational until you configure the network settings through
the SER MGT port as detailed in
Port" on page
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to enable connections using SSH. You might need to modify these settings for your network.
Information related to changing these settings are in
Time" on page
Related Information
"Server Overview" on page 12
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"Rear Panel Components" on page 15
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"Cabling Requirements" on page 51
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"NET MGT Port" on page 55
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"Assign a Static IP Address to the NET MGT Port" on page 79
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Connect the Ethernet Network Cables
The server has four RJ-45 network connectors labeled NET 0, NET 1, NET 2, and NET 3. Use
these ports to connect the server to the network. The Ethernet interfaces operate at 100 Mbps,
1000 Mbps, and 10000 Mbps. See
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of these Ethernet ports. Refer to the administration guide for your server for instructions.
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that support 1000BASE-T networks.
Connect a Category 5 (or better) cable from your network switch or hub to
1.
Ethernet Port 0 (NET 0) on the rear of the chassis.
2. Connect Category 5 (or better) cables from your network switch or hub to the
remaining Ethernet ports (NET 1, NET 2, NET 3) as needed.
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The NET MGT port is configured by default to retrieve network settings with DHCP and
65.
The Oracle ILOM sideband management feature enables you to access the SP using one
To achieve 1 GbE network speeds, use Category 6 (or better) cables and network devices
for connector locations.
"Connect a Terminal or Emulator to the SER MGT
"Powering On the Server for the First
"Rear Panel Components" on page 15 for port locations.