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Sun Fire™ X4240 Server
Service Manual
Part No. 820-3835-14
September 2010, Revision A

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  • Page 1 Sun Fire™ X4240 Server Service Manual Part No. 820-3835-14 September 2010, Revision A...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2010 Sun Microsystems, Inc., 4150 Network Circle, Santa Clara, California 95054, U.S.A. All rights reserved. Unpublished - rights reserved under the Copyright Laws of the United States. THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION AND TRADE SECRETS OF SUN MICROSYSTEMS, INC. USE, DISCLOSURE OR REPRODUCTION IS PROHIBITED WITHOUT THE PRIOR EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OF SUN MICROSYSTEMS, INC.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface xi Sun Fire X4240 Server Overview 1–1 Product Description 1–1 Sun Fire X4240 Server Chassis Overview 1–3 1.2.1 Infrastructure Boards 1–4 1.2.2 System Cables 1–5 1.2.3 Dimensions 1–7 Sun Fire X4240 Front Panel Features 1–8 Sun Fire X4240 Rear Panel Features 1–9 Illustrated Parts Breakdown 1–10...
  • Page 4 About Sun Fire X4240 Fans 3–10 3.3.2 Fan Module LED Reference 3–10 3.3.3 Detecting Fan Module Failure 3–11 3.3.4 Removing a Fan Module 3–12 3.3.5 Installing a Fan Module 3–13 Servicing Power Supplies 3–15 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 5 Installing the Air Duct 4–13 Servicing PCIe Risers 4–15 4.3.1 Removing a PCIe Riser 4–15 4.3.2 Installing a PCIe Riser 4–17 Servicing PCIe Cards 4–18 4.4.1 Sun Fire X4240 PCIe Card Guidelines 4–19 4.4.2 Removing PCIe Cards 4–20 4.4.3 Installing PCIe Cards 4–22 Contents...
  • Page 6 Drivers CD 4–44 4.11 Using the Reset and NMI Switches 4–48 4.11.1 Reset Switch 4–48 4.11.2 NMI Dump Switch 4–48 Servicing Infrastructure Boards and Components 5–1 Servicing the Fan Power Boards 5–2 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 7 5.1.1 Removing a Fan Power Board 5–2 5.1.2 Installing a Fan Power Board 5–4 Servicing the Drives Cage 5–5 5.2.1 Removing the Drives Cage 5–5 5.2.2 Installing the Hard Drive Cage 5–7 Servicing the Hard Drive Backplane 5–10 5.3.1 Removing the Hard Drive Backplane 5–10 5.3.2 Installing the Hard Drive Backplane 5–11 Servicing the Front Control Panel Light Pipe Assembly 5–12...
  • Page 8 C.2.3 BIOS PCI/PnP Menu Screens C–19 C.2.4 BIOS Boot Menu Screens C–20 C.2.5 BIOS Security Menu Screens C–23 C.2.6 BIOS Chipset Menu Screens C–24 C.2.7 BIOS Exit Menu Screens C–29 viii Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 9 Index Index–1 Contents...
  • Page 10 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 11: Preface

    Preface The Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual provides detailed procedures for removing and replacing replaceable parts in the Sun Fire X4240 Server. This manual also ™ includes information about the use and maintenance of the server. This document is written for technicians, system administrators, authorized service providers (ASPs), and users who have advanced experience troubleshooting and replacing hardware.

  • Page 12: Related Documentation

    “BIOS Screens” contains examples of typical BIOS screens. Related Documentation To view the latest Sun Fire X4240 Serverdocumentation online, go to , and then navigate to Sun Fire X4240 Serverdocumentation. http://docs.sun.com The following table lists the available documents related to service.

  • Page 13: Safety Symbols

    Before You Read This Document To fully use the information in this document, you must have thorough knowledge of the topics discussed in the Sun Fire X4240 Server Product Notes. Sun Online The following table shows where to find Sun documents online.

  • Page 14: Sun Welcomes Your Comments

    To submit your comments, go to: http://www.sun.com/hwdocs/feedback Please include the title and part number of your document with your feedback: Example: Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual, part number 820-3835-14. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 15: Product Description

    C H A P T E R Sun Fire X4240 Server Overview This chapter provides an overview of the features of the Sun Fire X4240. The following information is included: Section 1.1, “Product Description” on page 1-1 ■ Section 1.2, “Sun Fire X4240 Server Chassis Overview” on page 1-3 ■...
  • Page 16 6 standard low-profile PCIe slots on three riser boards (1 -x4, 4 - x8 and 1 - x4 electrical / 5 - x16 and 1 - x8 mechanical) Section 4.4.1, “Sun Fire X4240 PCIe Card Guidelines” on page 4-19. Power •...

  • Page 17: Sun Fire X4240 Server Chassis Overview

    Other software Java™ Enterprise System with a 90-day trial license Sun Fire X4240 Server Chassis Overview The Sun Fire X4240 Server is based on an all-new chassis family. Section 1.2.1, “Infrastructure Boards” on page 1-4 ■ Section 1.2.2, “System Cables” on page 1-5 ■...

  • Page 18: Infrastructure Boards

    It Board (PDB)” on also supports a top cover interlock (“kill”) switch. page 5-14 In the Sun Fire X4240, the power supplies connect directly to the power distribution board. Paddle card This board serves as the interconnect between the power Section 5.7, “Servicing...

  • Page 19: System Cables

    TABLE 1-3 FIGURE 1-1 cables on the Sun Fire X4240 Cables (SAS) FIGURE 1-1 Sun Fire X4240 Server Cables (SAS) TABLE 1-3 Cable Connects... Drives data cables (2) Between the motherboard (or optional HBA PCI-Express Card) and the drives backplane...
  • Page 20 Card) and the drives backplane Motherboard to PDB cable Between the power distribution board and the motherboard PSU backplane cable To the power supply units Top cover interlock cable To the power distribution board Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 21: Dimensions

    1.2.3 Dimensions The 2U chassis form factor dimensions are listed in TABLE 1-4 Sun Fire X4240 Server Dimensions TABLE 1-4 Dimension Sun Fire X4240 Height 87.85 mm/3.46 inches Width 445.71 mm/17.55 inches (includes ears - chassis is 425.46 mm/ 16.75 inches) Depth 733.65 mm/28.88 inches...

  • Page 22: Sun Fire X4240 Front Panel Features

    Locator LED/Locator button (white) Power Supply Service Required LED (amber) Service Action Required LED (amber) System Overtemperature LED (amber) Power/OK LED (green) Fan Module Service Required LED (amber) Power button Drives map Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 23: Sun Fire X4240 Rear Panel Features

    . For more detailed Sun Fire X4240 FIGURE 1-4 information about ports and their uses, see the Sun Fire X4240 Server Installation Guide. For a detailed description of PCIe slots, see Section 4.3, “Servicing PCIe Risers” on page 4-15.

  • Page 24: Illustrated Parts Breakdown

    I/O Components (Sun Fire X4240) FIGURE 1-5 Figure Legend Top Cover Drives Hard Disk Backplane DVD/USB Module Hard Disk Cage Left Control Panel Light Pipe Assembly Left Control Panel Light Pipe Assembly 1-10 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 25 Power Distribution/Fan Module Components (Sun Fire X4240) FIGURE 1-6 Figure Legend Paddle Card Fan Modules Power Distribution Board/Bus Bar Assembly Fan Boards Paddle Card Air Baffle Power Supplies Chapter 1 Sun Fire X4240 Server Overview 1-11...
  • Page 26 Check system heat sinks, fans, and air openings. If necessary, clean systems by brushing or blowing contaminants or carefully vacuuming contaminants from the system. 1-12 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 27: Preparing To Service The System

    Safety Information This section describes important safety information that you need to know prior to removing or installing parts in the Sun Fire X4240. Caution – Never attempt to run the server with the covers removed. Hazardous voltage is present.

  • Page 28: Ssd Minimum Required Firmware

    Important Safety Information for Sun Hardware Systems (816-7190). Follow all cautions, warnings, and instructions marked on the equipment and ■ described in the Sun Fire X4240 Server Compliance and Safety Manual. Ensure that the voltage and frequency of your power source match the voltage ■...

  • Page 29: Obtaining The Chassis Serial Number

    Obtaining the Chassis Serial Number To obtain support for your server, you need your chassis serial number. The chassis serial number is located on a label on the front of the server, and another label is on the top of the server. Chassis Serial Number Label FIGURE 2-1 ▼...

  • Page 30: Powering Off The Server

    File system corruption might occur. Caution – To completely power off the server, you must disconnect the AC power cords from the rear panel of the server. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 31: Powering Off The Server Using The Service Processor Command Line

    Power/OK LED Front Panel FIGURE 2-2 2.5.1 Powering Off the Server Using the Service Processor Command Line You can use the service processor to perform a graceful shutdown of the server and ensure that all of your data is saved and the server is ready for restart. Refer to the Solaris OS documentation for additional information.

  • Page 32: Extending The Server To The Maintenance Position

    3. Extend the lower floor arm on the cabinet for safety, if present. 4. From the front of the server, release the two slide release latches ( FIGURE 2-3 Squeeze the green slide release latches to release the slide rails. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 33 Slide Release Latches FIGURE 2-3 5. While squeezing the slide release latches, slowly pull the server forward until the slide rails latch. Chapter 2 Preparing to Service the System...

  • Page 34: Removing A Server From The Rack

    4. Press the metal lever that is located on the inner side of the rail to disconnect the cable management arm (CMA) from the rail assembly ( FIGURE 2-3 The CMA is still attached to the cabinet, but the server chassis is now disconnected from the CMA. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 35 Metal Lever and Cable Management Arm FIGURE 2-4 Caution – If necessary, use two people to dismount and carry the chassis. 5. From the front of the server, pull the release tabs forward and pull the server forward until it is free of the rack rails ( FIGURE 2-5 A release tab is located on each rail.

  • Page 36: Performing Electrostatic Discharge And Antistatic Prevention Measures

    Ordinary amounts of static electricity from clothing or the work environment can destroy the components located on these boards. Do not touch the components without antistatic precautions, especially along the connector edges. 2-10 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 37: Using An Antistatic Wrist Strap

    Caution – You must disconnect both power supplies before servicing any of the components documented in this chapter. 2.8.1.1 Using an Antistatic Wrist Strap Wear an antistatic wrist strap and use an antistatic mat when handling components such as drive assemblies, circuit boards, or PCI cards. When servicing or removing server components, attach an antistatic strap to your wrist and then to a metal area on the chassis.

  • Page 38: Removing The Top Cover

    Check system heat sinks, fans, and air openings. If necessary, clean systems by brushing or blowing contaminants or carefully vacuuming contaminants from the system. 2-12 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 39 Removing the Top Cover FIGURE 2-6 Chapter 2 Preparing to Service the System 2-13...
  • Page 40 2-14 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 41: Servicing Customer-Replaceable Devices

    (for example, mounting a drive). In the Sun Fire X4240, only drives are hot-pluggable. To hot-plug a drive you must take the drive offline (to prevent any applications from accessing it, and to remove the logical software links to it) before you can safely remove it.

  • Page 42: Hot-Swappable Devices

    ■ Note – CRU: These customer replaceable units can be replaced by anyone. 3.2.1 Sun Fire X4240 Drive Guidelines show physical drive locations for a Sun Fire X4240 with 16 TABLE 3-1 FIGURE 3-1 hard drives: Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 43: Sun Fire X4240 Ssd Guidelines

    HD10 HD13 The Sun Fire X4x40 servers support solid-state drives (SSDs) under the following conditions: Sun Fire X4240 with on-board controller: No SSDs can be installed. ■ Sun Fire X4240 with HBA: One to 8 SSDs can be installed into the system for the X4240.

  • Page 44: Ssd Firmware Requirements

    When replacing or installing a SSD to be included in a RAID configuration, in the Sun Fire X4240 system, make sure that the firmware on the newly installed SSD is the same as the firmware that is installed on the other SSDs in the RAID volume.

  • Page 45: Drive Status Led Reference

    3.2.4 Removing a Hard Drive or SSD Drives can be hot-plugged or cold-plugged. Drives in the Sun Fire X4240 might be hot-pluggable, depending on the drive configuration. To hot-plug a drive you must take the drive offline (to prevent applications from accessing it, and to remove the logical software links to it) before you can safely remove it.
  • Page 46 5. Grasp the latch [2] and pull the drive out of the drive slot [3]. Caution – The latch is not an ejector. Do not bend it too far to the right. Doing so can damage the latch. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 47: Installing A Hard Drive Or Ssd

    3.2.5 Installing a Hard Drive or SSD Installing a drive into the Sun Fire X4240 is a two-step process. You must first install a drive into the drive slot, and then configure that drive to the server. Caution – Before inserting a replacement drive, wait 15 seconds, and verify that your monitoring or administration application has detected the missing or failed drive.
  • Page 48 Server Utilities Reference Manual If you have cold-plugged the drive: ■ Restore power to the server. Do the procedure described in Section 6.4, “Powering On the Server” on page 6-5. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 49: Using Drive Fillers

    3.2.6 Using Drive Fillers All drive slots in the Sun Fire X4240 must have drive fillers in place during operation to maintain airflow. To remove fillers, pull the ejector and pull the filler out of the chassis. ( FIGURE 3-5...

  • Page 50: About Sun Fire X4240 Fans

    The fan module is faulty. The front and rear panel Service Required LEDs are also lit if the system detects a fan module fault. shows the fan module locations. FIGURE 3-6 3-10 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 51: Detecting Fan Module Failure

    The system Overtemp LED might be lit if a fan fault causes an increase in system operating temperature. See Chapter Section 1.3, “Sun Fire X4240 Front Panel Features” on page 1-8 for more information about system status LEDs. Chapter 3...

  • Page 52: Removing A Fan Module

    The Fan Fault LEDs are located on the fan board. 4. Using thumb and forefinger in between the two fans, pull the fan module up and out of the connector. 3-12 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 53: Installing A Fan Module

    Caution – When changing the fan modules, note that only the fan modules can be removed or replaced. Do not service any other components in the fan compartment unless the system is shut down and the power cords are removed. emoving a Fan Module FIGURE 3-8 3.3.5...
  • Page 54 5. Verify that the Top Fan LED, Service Required LEDs, and the Locator LED/Locator button are not lit. Section 1.2, “Sun Fire X4240 Server Chassis Overview” on page 1-3 for more information about identifying and interpreting front and back panel LEDs.

  • Page 55: Servicing Power Supplies

    Servicing Power Supplies Some versions of the Sun Fire X4240 are equipped with redundant hot-swappable power supplies. Redundant power supplies enable you to remove and replace a power supply without shutting the server down, provided that the other power supply is online and working.

  • Page 56: Removing A Power Supply

    2. Gain access to the rear of the server where the faulty power supply is located. 3. Release the cable management arm (CMA). ( FIGURE 3-11 The CMA is located at the rear of the server rack. a. Press and hold the tab. 3-16 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 57 b. Rotate the cable management arm out of the way so that you can access the power supply. Releasing the Cable Management Arm FIGURE 3-11 4. Disconnect the power cord from the faulty power supply. 5. Grasp the power supply handle and press the release latch. ( FIGURE 3-12 6.

  • Page 58: Installing A Power Supply

    ■ Rear Service Required LED ■ Note – See Section 1.3, “Sun Fire X4240 Front Panel Features” on page 1-8 Section 1.4, “Sun Fire X4240 Rear Panel Features” on page 1-9 for more information about identifying and interpreting system LEDs.

  • Page 59: Servicing The Dvd/Usb Module

    6. Verify the status of the power supplies. Solaris OS: At the -> prompt, type the showenvironment command. Installing a Power Supply FIGURE 3-13 Servicing the DVD/USB Module The DVD drive and front USB board are mounted in a removable module that is accessible from the front panel of the system.

  • Page 60: Removing The Dvd/Usb Module

    Section 2.8, “Performing Electrostatic Discharge and Antistatic Prevention Measures” on page 2-10. 3. Remove the Sun Fire X4240 HDD13 drive. Section 1.2, “Sun Fire X4240 Server Chassis Overview” on page 1-3 for drive locations. 4. Release the DVD/USB module from the drives backplane. (...

  • Page 61: Installing The Dvd/Usb Module

    Removing the DVD/USB Module FIGURE 3-14 3.5.2 Installing the DVD/USB Module 1. Slide the DVD/USB module into the front of the chassis until it seats. FIGURE 3-15 2. Install the drive you removed during the DVD/USB module removal procedure. 3. Power on the server. Section 6.4, “Powering On the Server”...
  • Page 62 Installing the DVD/USB Module FIGURE 3-15 3-22 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 63: Servicing Motherboard Components

    C H A P T E R Servicing Motherboard Components This chapter describes how to replace the motherboard and its components in the Sun Fire X4240. Note – Before performing any of the procedures in this chapter, perform the procedures described in...

  • Page 64: Servicing Dimms

    Discharge Safety Measures” on page 2-10. 4.1.1 Identifying Faulty DIMMs The Sun Fire X4240 Service Required LED is lit if the system detects a DDR2 DIMM fault. To identify faulty DDR2 DIMMs: 1. Prepare the server for service. a. Power off the server.
  • Page 65 c. Slide the server out of the rack. Section 2.6, “Extending the Server to the Maintenance Position” on page 2-6. d. Attach an antistatic wrist strap. Section 2.8, “Performing Electrostatic Discharge and Antistatic Prevention Measures” on page 2-10. e. Remove the top cover. Section 2.9, “Removing the Top Cover”...

  • Page 66: Ddr2 Dimm Guidelines

    To: 16 DDR2 DIMMs (fully populated configuration) ■ In increments of 2 DDR2 DIMMs. At minimum, Branch 0 must be fully populated with two DDR2 DIMMs of the ■ same density (same type). Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 67: Ddr2 Dimm Placement

    DDR2 DIMM Layout FIGURE 4-2 4.1.2.1 DDR2 DIMM Placement Refer to the service label on the cover for DDR2 DIMM placement information. Refer to the Sun Fire X4140, X4240, and X4440 Servers Diagnostics Guide for additional DDR2 DIMM information. The DIMM population rules for the server are as follows: Each processor can support a maximum of eight DIMMs.

  • Page 68: Ddr2 Dimm Fillers

    Do not install memory on the side that does not have a processor installed. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 69: Removing Ddr2 Dimms

    4.1.3 Removing DDR2 DIMMs Caution – Ensure that all power is removed from the server before removing or installing DDR2 DIMMs. You must disconnect the power cables before performing this procedure. 1. Review Section 4.1.2, “DDR2 DIMM Guidelines” on page 4-4 for memory configuration information.

  • Page 70: Installing Ddr2 Dimms

    3. Line up the replacement DDR2 DIMM with the connector ( FIGURE 4-5 Align the DDR2 DIMM notch with the key in the connector. This ensures that the DDR2 DIMM is oriented correctly. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 71: Installing Additional Ddr2 Dimms

    4. Push the DDR2 DIMM into the connector until the ejector tabs lock the DDR2 DIMM in place. If the DDR2 DIMM does not easily seat into the connector, verify that the orientation of the DDR2 DIMM is as shown in .

  • Page 72: Servicing The Air Duct

    11. Power on the server. Section 6.4, “Powering On the Server” on page 6-5. Servicing the Air Duct The following topics are covered: Section 4.2.1, “Removing the Air Duct” on page 4-11 ■ 4-10 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 73: Removing The Air Duct

    Section 4.2.2, “Installing the Air Duct” on page 4-13 ■ You must remove the air duct when removing and installing the following components: Power distribution board ■ Power supply unit (PSU) PDB ■ Paddle card ■ Motherboard ■ Note – CRU: This customer replaceable unit can be replaced by anyone. Caution –...

  • Page 74: Installing The Air Duct

    1. Install the air duct into the chassis as shown in FIGURE 4-7 Ensure that the air duct is aligned and fully seated in the chassis. 2. Move the air duct towards the front. 4-12 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 75 3. Slide the air duct to the left to engage the right hand pin. 4. Slide the air duct to the right to engage the left hand pin. 5. Return the server to operation. a. Install the top cover. Section 6.1, “Installing the Top Cover” on page 6-2.
  • Page 76 Installing the Air Duct FIGURE 4-7 4-14 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 77: Servicing Pcie Risers

    Servicing PCIe Risers The following topics are covered: Section 4.3.1, “Removing a PCIe Riser” on page 4-15 ■ Section 4.3.2, “Installing a PCIe Riser” on page 4-17 ■ PCIe cards are installed on vertical risers. You must remove the relevant riser to access a PCIe card.
  • Page 78 6. Lift the riser up to remove it from the server. Remove the riser and any PCIe cards attached to it as a unit. Removing a PCIe Riser FIGURE 4-8 4-16 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 79: Installing A Pcie Riser

    4.3.2 Installing a PCIe Riser Caution – Ensure that all power is removed from the server before removing or installing risers. You must disconnect the power cables before performing this procedure. 1. Lower the PCIe riser and any cards attached to it into the system. ( [1]) FIGURE 4-9 2.

  • Page 80: Servicing Pcie Cards

    Installing a PCIe Riser FIGURE 4-9 Servicing PCIe Cards The following topics are covered: Section 4.4.1, “Sun Fire X4240 PCIe Card Guidelines” on page 4-19 ■ Section 4.4.2, “Removing PCIe Cards” on page 4-20 ■ Section 4.4.3, “Installing PCIe Cards” on page 4-22 ■...

  • Page 81: Sun Fire X4240 Pcie Card Guidelines

    4.4.1 Sun Fire X4240 PCIe Card Guidelines The PCI expansion system is configured using two types of riser cards. Riser type 1 is used in the Riser 0 and Riser 1 positions and Riser type 2 is used in the slot 2 position as shown in .

  • Page 82: Removing Pcie Cards

    2-12. 2. Locate the PCIe card that you want to remove, and note its corresponding riser board. Section 1.4, “Sun Fire X4240 Rear Panel Features” on page 1-9 for more information about PCIe slots and their locations. 3. If necessary, make a note of where the PCIe cards are installed.
  • Page 83 Removing a PCIe Card FIGURE 4-11 Chapter 4 Servicing Motherboard Components 4-21...

  • Page 84: Installing Pcie Cards

    2. Locate the proper PCIe slot for the card you are replacing. 3. If necessary, review the PCIe Card Guidelines to plan your installation. Section 4.4.1, “Sun Fire X4240 PCIe Card Guidelines” on page 4-19 additional information. 4. Remove the PCIe riser board.
  • Page 85 13. Power on the server. Section 6.4, “Powering On the Server” on page 6-5. Installing a PCIe Card FIGURE 4-12 Chapter 4 Servicing Motherboard Components 4-23...

  • Page 86: Servicing The Battery

    Caution – Ensure that all power is removed from the server before removing or installing the battery. You must disconnect the power cables from the system before performing this procedure. 4-24 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 87: Removing The Battery

    Battery Location FIGURE 4-13 4.5.1 Removing the Battery 1. Prepare the server for service. a. Power off the server. Section 2.5, “Powering Off the Server” on page 2-4. b. Disconnect the power cord (or cords) from the power supply (or supplies). Section 2.5, “Powering Off the Server”...

  • Page 88: Installing The Battery

    2. Remove the PCIe riser closest to the power supply. Section 4.3.1, “Removing a PCIe Riser” on page 4-15. Section 4.4.1, “Sun Fire X4240 PCIe Card Guidelines” on page 4-19. 3. Press the latch and remove the battery from the motherboard.

  • Page 89: Servicing The Motherboard Assembly

    Servicing the Motherboard Assembly The following topics are covered: Section 4.6.1, “Removing the Motherboard Assembly” on page 4-27 ■ Section 4.6.2, “Installing the Motherboard Assembly” on page 4-29 ■ Section 4.7, “Servicetool FRU Update Procedures” on page 4-32 ■ You must remove the motherboard assembly to access the following components: Power distribution board ■...
  • Page 90 8. If you are replacing the motherboard only, remove the processors, as required. Section 4.8.2, “Removing a Processor” on page 4-37. 9. Place the motherboard assembly on an antistatic mat. 4-28 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 91: Installing The Motherboard Assembly

    Removing the Motherboard Assembly FIGURE 4-14 4.6.2 Installing the Motherboard Assembly Caution – This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to static discharge. Static discharges can cause component failures. To avoid damage, ensure that you follow antistatic practices as described in Section 2.8, “Performing Electrostatic Discharge and Antistatic Prevention Measures”...
  • Page 92 Be careful when routing the drive cables so they do not get pinched and are underneath the ribs on the support. 11. Reinstall the PCIe cards and risers. Section 4.3.2, “Installing a PCIe Riser” on page 4-17. 4-30 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 93 12. Return the server to operation. a. Install the top cover. Section 6.1, “Installing the Top Cover” on page 6-2. b. Install the server into the rack. Section 6.2, “Reinstalling the Server in the Rack” on page 6-3. c. Reconnect the power cord (or cords) to the power supply (or supplies). Verify that the AC Present LED is lit.

  • Page 94: Servicetool Fru Update Procedures

    Updating FRU Product Information Using ServiceTool 1. Use SSH to log into the SunService account. The default password is changeme. # ssh <SP IP address> -l sunservice # <SP IP Address>'s password: changeme 4-32 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 95 2. At the prompt, enter the servicetool command with options. The options are defined in the table below. # servicetool --fru_update=serviceprocessor <OtherOptions>= <value> Option Description Update FRU information for BOARD after it has --board_replaced=BOARD been replaced. BOARD represents one of the following parameters: •...

  • Page 96: Restoring Product Information From The Fruid Prom

    58 0a 5d f3 b7 f3 b7 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 |X.].....| 000004c0 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 |....| 4-34 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 97: Changing Product Information On The Motherboard Using A File

    7. Remove the files you created in the previous steps: # rm /persist/mb.bin /dev/shm/product.info 8. Reboot the SP. A reboot enables the SP to re-read the FRUID data. 4.7.3 Changing Product Information on the Motherboard Using a File 1. Once in Escalation mode in ILOM, copy the current product information from the motherboard to a file by issuing this command: frutool -t mb --read_cmm_product_area >...

  • Page 98: Processor Fault Remind Button

    The faulty processor LED flashes when the Fault Remind button is pressed and held. All faulty processors are indicated with an amber LED, so that you can install the replacement processor in the same location. Processor Remind Button FIGURE 4-16 4-36 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 99: Removing A Processor

    4.8.2 Removing a Processor To remove a processor. 1. Prepare the server for service. a. Power off the server. Section 2.5, “Powering Off the Server” on page 2-4. b. Disconnect the power cord (or cords) from the power supply (or supplies). Section 2.5, “Powering Off the Server”...

  • Page 100: Installing A Processor Fru

    Disconnect the power cord (or cords) from the power supply (or supplies). Section 2.5, “Powering Off the Server” on page 2-4. c. Slide the server out of the rack. Section 2.6, “Extending the Server to the Maintenance Position” on page 2-6. 4-38 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 101 d. Attach an antistatic wrist strap. Section 2.8, “Performing Electrostatic Discharge and Antistatic Prevention Measures” on page 2-10. e. Remove the top cover. Section 2.9, “Removing the Top Cover” on page 2-12. 2. Remove the heatsink on top of the failed processor. ( FIGURE 4-19 3.
  • Page 102 Verify that the AC Present LED is lit. Section 6.4, “Powering On the Server” on page 6-5. d. Power on the server. Section 6.4, “Powering On the Server” on page 6-5. Installing a Processor FIGURE 4-19 4-40 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 103: Installing An X-Option Processor

    4.8.4 Installing an X-option Processor To install an X-option processor. 1. Prepare the server for service. a. Power off the server. Section 2.5, “Powering Off the Server” on page 2-4. b. Disconnect the power cord (or cords) from the power supply (or supplies). Section 2.5, “Powering Off the Server”...

  • Page 104: Resetting Passwords And Clearing Cmos Nvram

    SATA connector, below PCIe slot 0, PCIe riser 0. 4.9.2 Resetting a Service Processor Password From the BIOS Screen To reset a password for the Service Processor, access the BIOS Security screen. 4-42 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 105: Resetting Cmos Nvram Using A Jumper

    1. Boot the server. 2. Press F2 at the Sun splash screen to enter Setup. 3. At the BIOS screen, move to the Security Screen tab. 4. Change the password. 5. Save and Exit the BIOS. 4.9.3 Resetting CMOS NVRAM Using a Jumper To clear the NVRAM using a jumper: 1.

  • Page 106: Recovering From Corrupt Service Processor Software

    <file-name>.bin recovery image instead. 1. Copy the following SP files from the Tools and Drivers CD, located in the recovery directory, to a USB bootable flash device. SOCFLASH.EXE ■ DOS4GW ■ 4-44 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 107 BMC Binary (the SP Binary file) ■ 2. Insert the bootable flash drive into the USB port. a. Press F8 to get a list of the boot devices. b. Choose the USB flash boot device. a. Press F2 to enter the BIOS setup screen. b.
  • Page 108 7. AC power cycle the server. Wait at least 2 minutes to let SP come up first. 8. Power on the server and enter BIOS. 9. Confirm following items are correct in BIOS: 4-46 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 109 a. BMC Firmware Revision is correct on the Main page. b. Status of BMC is working in Advanced -> IPMI 2.0 Configuration page. 10. Exit BIOS and start the operating system. Chapter 4 Servicing Motherboard Components 4-47...

  • Page 110: Using The Reset And Nmi Switches

    Field Service for debugging activities at the request of operating system engineers. NMI can also be asserted by ILOM. Refer to the Sun Integrated Lights Out Manager User's Guide. 4-48 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 111: Servicing Infrastructure Boards And Components

    C H A P T E R Servicing Infrastructure Boards and Components This chapter describes how to replace cold-swappable, field-replaceable units (FRUs) in the Sun Fire X4240 The following topics are covered: Section 5.1, “Servicing the Fan Power Boards” on page 5-2 (FRU) ■...

  • Page 112: Servicing The Fan Power Boards

    Section 2.8, “Performing Electrostatic Discharge and Antistatic Prevention Measures” on page 2-10. e. Remove the top cover. Section 2.9, “Removing the Top Cover” on page 2-12. 2. Remove the fan modules. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 113 Note – If you are replacing a defective fan power board, remove only the fan modules that are necessary to remove the defective fan power board. Section 3.3.4, “Removing a Fan Module” on page 3-12. 3. Remove the Phillips screw that secures the fan power board to the chassis FIGURE 5-1 4.

  • Page 114: Installing A Fan Power Board

    2. Secure the board to the chassis with a Phillips screw. 3. Reinstall the fan modules. Section 3.3.5, “Installing a Fan Module” on page 3-13. Installing a Fan Power Board FIGURE 5-2 4. Return the server to operation. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 115: Servicing The Drives Cage

    a. Install the top cover. Section 6.1, “Installing the Top Cover” on page 6-2. b. Slide the server into the rack. Section 6.3, “Returning the Server to the Normal Rack Position” on page 6-4. c. Reconnect the power cord (or cords) to the power supply (or supplies). Verify that the AC Present LED is lit.
  • Page 116 8. Lift the drives cage up and disconnect the drives data cables. ( [4]) FIGURE 5-3 Press the connector release button to release the cable. 9. Set the drive cage on an antistatic mat. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 117: Installing The Hard Drive Cage

    Removing the Hard Drive Cage FIGURE 5-3 5.2.2 Installing the Hard Drive Cage 1. Connect the hard drives data cables. Press the connector into its socket until it snaps into place. 2. Position the hard drive cage in the chassis, over its standoffs. ( [1]) FIGURE 5-4 3.
  • Page 118 Section 6.1, “Installing the Top Cover” on page 6-2. 8. Install the server into the rack. Section 6.2, “Reinstalling the Server in the Rack” on page 6-3. 9. Install the hard drives. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 119 Note – Ensure you are installing the hard drives in the correct drive bays. Section 3.2.5, “Installing a Hard Drive or SSD” on page 3-7. 10. Install the DVD/USB module. Section 3.5.2, “Installing the DVD/USB Module” on page 3-21. 11. Return the server to operation. a.

  • Page 120: Servicing The Hard Drive Backplane

    Section 5.2.1, “Removing the Drives Cage” on page 5-5. 4. Slide the backplane down and off the hard drive cage retention hooks. 5. Place the hard drive backplane on an antistatic mat. 5-10 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 121: Installing The Hard Drive Backplane

    Removing the Hard Drive Backplane FIGURE 5-5 5.3.2 Installing the Hard Drive Backplane 1. Slide the backplane under the retention hooks on the hard drive cage. FIGURE 5-6 2. Install the four No. 2 Phillips screws that secure the backplane to the hard drive cage.

  • Page 122: Servicing The Front Control Panel Light Pipe Assembly

    Contact your Sun Service representative for assistance. 5.4.1 Removing the Front Control Panel Light Pipe Assembly 1. Remove the hard drive cage. Section 5.2.1, “Removing the Drives Cage” on page 5-5. 5-12 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 123 2. Remove the hard drive backplane. Section 5.3.1, “Removing the Hard Drive Backplane” on page 5-10. 3. Remove the three No. 2 Phillips screws securing the front control panel light pipe assembly to the hard drive cage. ( FIGURE 5-7 4.

  • Page 124: Installing The Front Control Panel Light Pipe Assembly

    1. Remove the motherboard assembly. Section 4.6.1, “Removing the Motherboard Assembly” on page 4-27. 2. Remove all power supplies. ( FIGURE 5-8 a. Grasp the power supply handle and press the release latch. 5-14 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 125: Installing The Power Distribution Board

    b. Slide the power supply out of the system. Section 3.4.3, “Removing a Power Supply” on page 3-16. 3. Disconnect the top cover interlock cable from the power distribution board. FIGURE 5-8 4. Disconnect the PDB ribbon cable from the Power Supply Unit backplane. 5.
  • Page 126 Section 3.4.4, “Installing a Power Supply” on page 3-18. 7. Install the motherboard assembly. Section 4.6.2, “Installing the Motherboard Assembly” on page 4-29. Installing the Power Distribution Board FIGURE 5-9 5-16 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 127: Servicing The Power Supply Backplane

    Servicing the Power Supply Backplane In the Sun Fire X4240, the power supply backplane carries 12V power to the power distribution board. Note – FRU: This field-replaceable unit should be replaced only by qualified service technicians. Contact your Sun Service representative for assistance.

  • Page 128: Installing The Power Supply Backplane

    Place the backplane over its mushroom standoffs and press down toward the floor of the chassis. Installing the Power Supply Backplane FIGURE 5-11 2. Secure the power supply backplane with one No. 2 Phillips screw. 5-18 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 129: Servicing The Paddle Card

    3. Install the power distribution board. Section 5.5.2, “Installing the Power Distribution Board” on page 5-15. 4. Install all power supplies. Slide each power supply into its bay until it locks into place. Section 3.4.4, “Installing a Power Supply” on page 3-18.

  • Page 130: Installing The Paddle Card

    4. Install the fan power boards. Section 5.1.2, “Installing a Fan Power Board” on page 5-4. 5. Install the power distribution board. Section 5.5.2, “Installing the Power Distribution Board” on page 5-15. 5-20 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 131: Servicing Cables

    6. Install the motherboard assembly. Section 4.6.2, “Installing the Motherboard Assembly” on page 4-29. Installing the Paddle Card FIGURE 5-13 Servicing Cables The following topics are covered: Section 5.8.1, “Removing HDD Cables in a SAS Configuration” on page 5-22 ■ Section 5.8.2, “Installing HDD Cables For a PCI-E Controller”...

  • Page 132: Removing Hdd Cables In A Sas Configuration

    7. Disconnect each cable at the SAS HBA card by pressing the latch and then pulling out the connector. 8. Pull the cables through the midwall. Avoid damaging the air blocker. 9. Lift the cables out of the chassis. 5-22 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 133: Installing Hdd Cables For A Pci-E Controller

    Removing Drive Cables in a SAS Configuration FIGURE 5-14 5.8.2 Installing HDD Cables For a PCI-E Controller 1. Prepare the server for service. a. Power off the server. Section 2.5, “Powering Off the Server” on page 2-4. b. Disconnect the power cord (or cords) from the power supply (or supplies). Section 2.5, “Powering Off the Server”...
  • Page 134 Reconnect the power cord (or cords) to the power supply (or supplies). Verify that the AC Present LED is lit. Section 6.4, “Powering On the Server” on page 6-5. 5-24 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 135 d. Power on the server. Section 6.4, “Powering On the Server” on page 6-5. Installing Drive Cables in a SAS Configuration FIGURE 5-15 Chapter 5 Servicing Infrastructure Boards and Components 5-25...

  • Page 136: Removing A Pdb Cable

    Release the locking latches on either side and then pull the cable straight up. b. Grasp each end of the connector on the motherboard, and then pull straight up to disconnect from the connector. 5-26 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 137: Installing A Pdb Cable

    Removing a PDB Cable FIGURE 5-16 5.8.4 Installing a PDB Cable To install a Power Distribution Board cable. 1. Remove the PDB cable. 2. Inspect the motherboard pin field to ensure all pins are straight. ( FIGURE 5-17 3. Open the locking latches on the PDB connector. Ensure the key of the cable lines up with the slot on the connector.
  • Page 138 Verify that the AC Present LED is lit. Section 6.4, “Powering On the Server” on page 6-5. d. Power on the server. Section 6.4, “Powering On the Server” on page 6-5. 5-28 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 139 Installing a PDB Cable FIGURE 5-17 Chapter 5 Servicing Infrastructure Boards and Components 5-29...
  • Page 140 5-30 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 141: Returning The Server To Operation

    Returning the Server to Operation This chapter describes how to return the to operation after you have Sun Fire X4240 performed service procedures. The following topics are covered in this chapter: Section 6.1, “Installing the Top Cover” on page 6-2 ■...

  • Page 142: Installing The Top Cover

    3. Close the fan cover and engage the fan cover latches. Caution – If the top cover is not installed correctly, and the cover is not completely closed, the server will not power on. Installing the Top Cover FIGURE 6-1 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 143: Reinstalling The Server In The Rack

    Reinstalling the Server in the Rack If you removed the server chassis from the rack, perform these steps to replace it. Caution – The servers are heavy. Two people might be required to carry the chassis and install it in the rack. 1.

  • Page 144: Returning The Server To The Normal Rack Position

    ( FIGURE 6-3 2. While pushing on the release tabs, slowly push the server into the rack. Ensure that the cables do not get in the way. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 145: Powering On The Server

    Powering On the Server Before powering on your server for the first time, follow the installation and cabling instructions provided in the Sun Fire X4240 Server Installation Guide, which is shipped with the system and is also available online. To connect power cords and apply power to the server:...
  • Page 146 When the main power is applied to the server, the Power/OK LED next to the Power button lights and remains lit, as shown in FIGURE 6-5 Power/OK LED Front Panel FIGURE 6-5 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 147: Connector Pinouts

    Section A.2, “Network Management Port Connector” on page A-2 ■ Section A.3, “Video Connector” on page A-4 ■ Section A.4, “USB Connectors” on page A-4 ■ Section A.5, “Gigabit Ethernet Connectors” on page A-5 ■ Sun Fire X4240 Rear Panel FIGURE A-1...

  • Page 148: Serial Management Port Connector

    The network management connector (labeled NET MGT) is an RJ-45 connector located on the motherboard and can be accessed from the rear panel. This port needs to be configured prior to use. Network Management Connector Diagram FIGURE A-3 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 149 Network Management Connector Signals TABLE A-2 Signal Description Signal Description Transmit Data + Common Mode Termination Transmit Data – Receive Data – Receive Data + Common Mode Termination Common Mode Termination Common Mode Termination Appendix A Connector Pinouts...

  • Page 150: Video Connector

    Ground VGA ID Clock Ground USB Connectors Two Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are located on the motherboard in a double- stacked layout and can be accessed from the rear panel. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 151: Gigabit Ethernet Connectors

    USB Connector Diagram FIGURE A-5 USB Connector Signals TABLE A-4 Signal Description Signal Description +5 V (fused) +5 V (fused) USB0/1- USB2/3- USB0/1+ USB2/3+ Ground Ground Gigabit Ethernet Connectors Four RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet connectors (NET0, NET1, NET2, NET3) are located on the system motherboard and can be accessed from the rear panel.
  • Page 152 Gigabit Ethernet Connector Signals TABLE A-5 Signal Description Signal Description Transmit/Receive Data 0 – Transmit/Receive Data 1 – Transmit/Receive Data 1 + Transmit/Receive Data 3 + Transmit/Receive Data 2 + Transmit/Receive Data 3 – Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 153: Bios Power-On Self-Test (Post) Codes

    A P P E N D I X BIOS Power-On Self-Test (POST) Codes The system BIOS provides a basic power-on self-test (POST), during which the BIOS checks the basic devices required for the server to operate. The progress of the self- test is indicated by a series of POST codes.

  • Page 154: How Bios Post Memory Testing Works

    4. Initialize the BIOS Setup Utility by pressing the F2 key while the system is performing the power-on self-test (POST). The BIOS Main Menu screen appears. 5. Select Server. The Server screen appears. 6. Select AST2000 LAN Configuration. The LAN Configuration screen appears. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 155: Changing Post Options

    7. Select the IP Address menu item. The SP’s IP address appears 8. Start a web browser and type the SP’s IP address in the browser’s address bar. 9. Type a user name and password as follows: User name: root Password: changeme 10.

  • Page 156: Post Codes

    Interrupt 19 Capture: This option is reserved for future use. Do not change. ■ POST Codes For more information on POST codes, POST checkpoints, and POST error codes, see Sun Fire™ X4140, X4240, and X4440Servers Diagnostics Guide. Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 157: Bios Screens

    This section describes how to view and modify the BIOS Setup Utility screens in the . The BIOS Setup utility reports system information and can be used to Sun Fire X4240 configure the server BIOS settings. The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) has a Setup utility stored in the BIOS flash memory.

  • Page 158: Bios Setup Screens Overview

    Section C.2.3, “BIOS PCI/PnP other information. Menu Screens” on page C-19 Boot Configure the boot device priority (hard Section C.2.4, “BIOS Boot drives and the DVD-ROM drive). Menu Screens” on page C-20 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 159 BIOS Setup Screens Summary TABLE C-1 Screen Description See... Chipset Chipset devices can be configured by the Section C.2.6, “BIOS Chipset BIOS (if applicable). Menu Screens” on page C-24 Security Set or change the user and supervisor Section C.2.5, “BIOS Security passwords.

  • Page 160: Bios Setup Menu Screens

    BIOS Utility Menu Tree FIGURE C-1 BIOS Setup Menu Screens The following figures show sample BIOS Setup Utility screens. Sun Fire X4240 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 161: Bios Main Menu Screens

    BIOS Main Menu Screens The BIOS Main screens provide general product information, including BIOS type, Processor type, memory, and time/date. has the following BIOS Main screens: Sun Fire X4240 BIOS Setup Utility: Main - System Overview FIGURE C-2 C.2.2 BIOS Advanced Menu Screens The BIOS Advanced screens provide detailed configuration information for the CPU, memory, IDE, USB, PCI, MPS and other system information.
  • Page 162 Note – Refer to the Sun Fire X4140, X4240, and X4440 Servers Diagnostics Guide for more information about POST messages and System Event Log (SEL) messages. Sun Fire X4240 has the following BIOS Advanced screens: BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced FIGURE C-3 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 163 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- CPU Configuration FIGURE C-4 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- IDE Configuration FIGURE C-5 Appendix C BIOS Screens...
  • Page 164 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- Hyper Transport Configuration FIGURE C-6 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- APCI Settings FIGURE C-7 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 165 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- APCI Configuration - Advanced APCI FIGURE C-8 Configuration BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- APCI Configuration - Chipset APCI FIGURE C-9 Configuration Appendix C BIOS Screens...
  • Page 166 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- Event Logging Details - View FIGURE C-10 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- Event Logging Details - Mark FIGURE C-11 C-10 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 167 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- Event Logging Details - Clear FIGURE C-12 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- IPMI 2.0 Configuration FIGURE C-13 Appendix C BIOS Screens C-11...
  • Page 168 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- IPMI 2.0 Configuration - System Event Logs FIGURE C-14 (SEL) BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- IPMI 2.0 Configuration - Reload SEL FIGURE C-15 C-12 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 169 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- IPMI 2.0 Configuration - Clear BMC SEL FIGURE C-16 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- IPMI 2.0 Configuration - LAN Configuration FIGURE C-17 Appendix C BIOS Screens C-13...
  • Page 170 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- IPMI 2.0 Configuration - Set PEF FIGURE C-18 Configuration BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- IPMI 2.0 Configuration - Set PEF FIGURE C-19 Configuration Parameters C-14 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 171 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- IPMI 2.0 Configuration - PEF Action Global FIGURE C-20 Control BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- IPMI 2.0 Configuration - PEF Event Message FIGURE C-21 Appendix C BIOS Screens C-15...
  • Page 172 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- IPMI 2.0 Configuration - BMC Watch Dog FIGURE C-22 Timer Action BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- MPS Revision FIGURE C-23 C-16 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 173 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- PCI Express Configuration FIGURE C-24 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- Remote Access Configuration FIGURE C-25 Appendix C BIOS Screens C-17...
  • Page 174 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- USB Configuration FIGURE C-26 BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- USB Mass Storage Device Configuration FIGURE C-27 C-18 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 175: Bios Pci/Pnp Menu Screens

    BIOS Setup Utility: Advanced- Error Handling FIGURE C-28 Caution – Hardware Error Handling features hardware-specific diagnostics and adjustments which can be used for detecting inconsistent and faulty hardware. Activating these features on a healthy system can result in an unstable execution, and are strictly for trained service personnel’s use.

  • Page 176: Bios Boot Menu Screens

    BIOS Boot Menu Screens The BIOS Boot screens allow you to configure the boot device priority (hard drives and the DVD-ROM drive). The Sun Fire X4240 has the following BIOS Boot screens: C-20 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 177 BIOS Setup Utility: Boot FIGURE C-30 BIOS Setup Utility: Boot Settings Configuration FIGURE C-31 Appendix C BIOS Screens C-21...
  • Page 178 BIOS Setup Utility: Boot Device Priority FIGURE C-32 BIOS Setup Utility: Boot Hard Drives FIGURE C-33 C-22 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 179: Bios Security Menu Screens

    BIOS Setup Utility: Boot CD/DVD Drives FIGURE C-34 C.2.5 BIOS Security Menu Screens The BIOS Security screens allow you to set or change the user and supervisor passwords. has the following BIOS Security screens: Sun Fire X4240 Appendix C BIOS Screens C-23...

  • Page 180: Bios Chipset Menu Screens

    FIGURE C-35 C.2.6 BIOS Chipset Menu Screens The BIOS Server screens allow you to configure Server advanced chipset settings (if applicable). has the following BIOS screens: Sun Fire X4240 Chipset C-24 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 181 BIOS Setup Utility: Chipset FIGURE C-36 BIOS Setup Utility: Chipset - Northbridge Configuration FIGURE C-37 Appendix C BIOS Screens C-25...
  • Page 182 BIOS Setup Utility: Chipset - Northbridge Memory Configuration FIGURE C-38 BIOS Setup Utility: Chipset - Northbridge ECC Configuration FIGURE C-39 C-26 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 183 BIOS Setup Utility: Chipset - Northbridge DRAM Timing Configuration FIGURE C-40 BIOS Setup Utility: Chipset - Northbridge VID Configuration FIGURE C-41 Appendix C BIOS Screens C-27...
  • Page 184 BIOS Setup Utility: Chipset - Southbridge Configuration FIGURE C-42 BIOS Setup Utility: Chipset - I055 Bridge Configuration FIGURE C-43 C-28 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

  • Page 185: Bios Exit Menu Screens

    The BIOS Exit screens allow you to save changes and exit, discard changes and exit, discard changes, or load optimal or failsafe defaults. has the following BIOS Exit screens: Sun Fire X4240 BIOS Setup Utility: Exit FIGURE C-44 Appendix C...
  • Page 186 BIOS Setup Utility: Exit - Save Configuration Changes FIGURE C-45 BIOS Setup Utility: Help FIGURE C-46 C-30 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 187 Index console output, redirecting, B-2 Cooling, 1-2 Additional DDR2 DIMMs, 4-10 Corrupt Service Processor Software, 4-44 Air Duct, 4-11 corrupt SP, recovering from, 4-44 antistatic mat, 2-11 CPUs, 4-35 antistatic wrist strap, 2-10, 2-11 CRU, 3-1 Battery, 4-24 DDR-2 DIMM fillers, 4-6 Battery Location, 4-25 DDR2 DIMM Placement, 4-5 BIOS...
  • Page 188 NMI Dump Switch, 4-48 fan power boards, 5-4 fan tray, 3-13 Front Control Panel Light Pipe Assembly, 5-14 Operating system, 1-3 hard drive, 3-7 Opteron, 1-1 hard drive backplane, 5-11 Index-2 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...
  • Page 189 1-3 Remind Button, 4-4 Remote management, 1-3 recovering from a corrupt, 4-44 Removable media, 1-2 Sun Fire X4240 Server Product Notes, -xiii remove main power, 2-4 Sun Online, -xiii removing System Power Supply Failure LED, 3-15 Air Duct, 4-11...
  • Page 190 Top Fan LED, 3-11, 3-14 USB ports, 1-2 XOption CPU, 4-41 Index-4 Sun Fire X4240 Server Service Manual • September 2010...

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