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OpenBoot PROM Diagnostics
With the upgrade to OpenBoot PROM 4.18.5 or a subsequently compatible version of
the OpenBoot PROM, diagnostics are enabled by default. This ensures complete
diagnostic test coverage on the initial boot and after error reset events. This change
results in increased boot time.
To change the system defaults and diagnostic settings after the initial boot, refer to
OpenBoot PROM Enhancements for Diagnostic Operation (817-6957). To obtain this
document, go to:
http://www.sun.com/products-n-solutions/hardware/docs/
Sun Advanced Lights Out Manager
The Sun Fire V215 and V245 servers ship with the Sun Advanced Lights Out
Manager (ALOM) software installed. The system console is directed to ALOM by
default and is configured to show server console information on startup.
ALOM enables you to monitor and control your server over either a serial
connection (using the SER MGT port) or Ethernet connection (using the NET MGT
port). For information about configuring an Ethernet connection, refer to the Sun
Advanced Lights Outs Manager User's Guide.
Note – The ALOM serial port, labeled SER MGT, is for server management only. If
you need a general-purpose serial port, use the serial port labeled SER TTYB.
You can configure ALOM to send email alerts of hardware failures, hardware
warnings, and other events related to the server or to ALOM. ALOM monitors the
following server components:
CPU temperature conditions
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Hard drive status
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Enclosure thermal conditions
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Fan speed and status
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Power supply status
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Voltage conditions
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Sun Fire V215 and V245 Servers Getting Started Guide • September 2006
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