Silicon Graphics Prism Visualization System User Manual

Visualization system, power & team scalable configurations

Table of Contents

Quick Links

Download this manual

™

Silicon Graphics Prism

Visualization System

User's Guide for Power & Team Scalable

Configurations

Document Number 007-4701-003

Table of Contents

Troubleshooting

Need help?

Do you have a question about the Prism Visualization System and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summary of Contents for Silicon Graphics Prism Visualization System

Page 1 ™ Silicon Graphics Prism Visualization System User’s Guide for Power & Team Scalable Configurations Document Number 007-4701-003...
Page 2 COPYRIGHT © 2005, Silicon Graphics, Inc. All rights reserved; provided portions may be copyright in third parties, as indicated elsewhere herein. No permission is granted to copy, distribute, or create derivative works from the contents of this electronic documentation in any manner, in whole or in part, without the prior written permission of Silicon Graphics, Inc.
Page 3 Record of Revision Version Description October 2004 First Release February 2005 Added Prism Team configurations (routed NUMAlink) Added Multi-Xserver configuration instructions Added additional rack-handling instructions Added description of optional IO9 card May 2005 Added FireGL X3-256 card Removed references to optional L2 controller Updated XF86Config section 007-4701-003...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
. 10 Safety Measures . . 11 Quick Start Information . . 12 Positioning and Power for Your Silicon Graphics Prism . . 12 NUMAlink Cabling for a Silicon Graphics Prism . . 15 Optional SGI ImageSync Cabling . . 16 Connecting a Monitor .
Page 6 SGI TP900 Storage Module . . 45 2Gb SGI TP9100 Optional Storage System . . 46 Power Components . 48 SGI Racks for Silicon Graphics Prism . 49 Optional Devices . 52 Optional IO9 PCI Card . 53 Optional Tape Devices .
Page 7 Contents NUMAlink Cabling in Routed Systems . . 65 Minimum Routed Configuration . 66 Maximum Routed Configuration . . 68 Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units . . 71 Safety Instructions . . 72 Accessing the System’s Internal Components . . 74 Opening the Cover .
Page 8 Contents Configuring a System for Stereo . Example “Device” Section for Stereo . Sample Stereo Mode Entries . Example “Monitor” Section for Stereo . Example “Screen” Section for Stereo Configuring a System for Full Scene Anti-Aliasing Example “Device” Section for Full Scene Anti-Aliasing . Configuring a System for Dual-Channel Operation .
Page 9 Installing Silicon Graphics Prism Modules Into a Rack .177 Choosing Locations Within a Rack . .177 Programming L1 Rack and Slot Numbers . .178 Using Silicon Graphics Prism Modules with a Rack . .179 Rackmounting with Optional Slide Rails . .179 Determining Module Space Requirements. .180 Slide Rail Mounting Hardware .
Page 10 Contents Removing a Tall Rack from the Shipping Crate. Positioning and Leveling a Single-Rack System Positioning and Leveling Multiple Racks Regulatory Specifications and Safety Information . Manufacturer’s Regulatory Declarations System Model Number CE Notice and Manufacturer's Declaration of Conformity Electromagnetic Emissions . FCC Notice (USA Only) .
Page 11: Figures
X3-256 Silicon Graphics Prism XG2N and Compute Module Front Panel Figure 1-5 Controls . Silicon Graphics Prism Compute Module Rear Panel With ImageSync 7 Figure 1-6 Silicon Graphics Prism XG2N Module Internal View . Figure 1-7 Example Connection of a Non-Racked System to Power .
Page 12 Figures Front View of the Router Module . . 42 Figure 2-7 Rear View of Router Module . . 43 Figure 2-8 SGI TP900 Storage Module. . 45 Figure 2-9 2Gb SGI TP9100 Storage System . . 47 Figure 2-10 Unit Numbering Within Racks .
Page 13 Figures Disk Drive Locations . . 98 Figure 4-17 Installing a Disk Drive . .100 Figure 4-18 Removing a Disk Drive .102 Figure 4-19 Power Supplies Location . .103 Figure 4-20 Removing a Power Supply .105 Figure 4-21 Installing the Power Supply . .106 Figure 4-22 Layout of Slots and DIMM Memory Groups...
Page 14 Figures Securing the Module to the Rack . Figure B-9 Releasing the Safety Latches . Figure B-10 Releasing the Slide Latches. Figure B-11 30-amp Single-phase Power Receptacle for North American Sites Figure C-1 32-amp Single-phase Power Plug for International Sites Figure C-2 Dimensions of Tall Rack Shipping Crate .
Page 15 Tables Tables Silicon Graphics Prism Power System Configuration Ranges . . 60 Table 3-1 Silicon Graphics Prism Team System Configuration Ranges . . 61 Table 3-2 Bisection Bandwidth of Ring Topology . . 62 Table 3-3 Minimum Routed Configuration Cable Chart .
Page 16 Tables DB-9 Serial Connector Pin Assignments . Table A-15 Ethernet Connector Pin Assignments . Table A-16 Multi-port Serial Adapter Pinouts. Table A-17 Pin Assignments for USB Type A Connector Table A-18 Pin Assignments for USB Type B Connector . Table A-19 Rackmounting Space Requirements for Modules Table B-1 Slide Rail Rackmounting Hardware .
Page 17: About This Guide
This guide provides an overview of the Silicon Graphics Prism Visualization System components and describes how to set up and operate this system. The most basic Silicon Graphics Prism consists of a base compute module combined with an extensible graphics 2-processor capable node module (XG2N module). Larger systems use a base compute module, XG2N module(s), and other optional modules that are rackmounted together.
Page 18: Important Information
About This Guide Important Information Your SGI system support engineer (SSE) should perform the addition or replacement of parts, cabling, and service of your Silicon Graphics Prism, with the exception of the following tasks that you may perform yourself: •...
Page 19: Chapter Descriptions
• Chapter 2, “System Overview and Options,” provides a general overview of the Silicon Graphics Prism and its topology. This chapter also includes a quick description of the various components and modules that can be part of a Silicon Graphics Prism.
Page 20: Related Publications
• SGI Altix 350 User’s Guide (007-4660-00x). This guide contains detailed information on many of the same optional modules that you may use with your Silicon Graphics Prism. You can obtain SGI documentation, release notes, or man pages in the following ways: •...
Page 21: Conventions
About This Guide Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this document: Convention Meaning This fixed-space font denotes literal items such as commands, files, Command routines, path names, signals, messages, and programming language structures. variable The italic typeface denotes variable entries and words or concepts being defined.
Page 22: Reader Comments
About This Guide Reader Comments If you have comments about the technical accuracy, content, or organization of this document, contact SGI. Be sure to include the title and document number of the manual with your comments. (Online, the document number is located in the front matter of the manual.
Page 23: Getting Started With The Silicon Graphics Prism
Chapter 1 Getting Started with the Silicon Graphics Prism The Silicon Graphics Prism Visualization System platform is a high-performance highly-scalable system running the SGI Linux + ProPack operating system. The platform is available in a number of configurations to meet your visualization and compute requirements.
Page 24: Xg2N And Compute Modules
1: Getting Started with the Silicon Graphics Prism XG2N and Compute Modules The most basic Silicon Graphics Prism uses two modules: • A graphics 2-processor and memory capable node module (called an XG2N module). • A base compute module that provides base I/O as well as processors and memory.
Page 25: Figure 1-1 Rear View Of Xg2N Graphics Module With Firegl X2Pro-256 (Showing First Module Pipe Numbering)
XG2N and Compute Modules Left channel Right channel Bus 2 slot 1 (Pipe 1) REPEAT Bus1 L1 PORT slot 1 NUMALINK 1 NUMALINK 0 CONSOLE (Pipe 0) Power USB-B L1 port connector NUMAlink 0 NUMAlink 1 StereoSync L1 console port connector connector connector...
Page 26: Figure 1-3 Rear View Of Xg2N Graphics Module With Firegl X3-256
1: Getting Started with the Silicon Graphics Prism Left channel Right channel Bus 2, slot 1 (Pipe 1) REPEAT Bus1, slot 1 L1 PORT (Pipe 0) NUMALINK 1 NUMALINK 0 CONSOLE Power USB-B L1 port StereoSync connector connector NUMAlink 0...
Page 27: Front Panel Controls
Service-required LED Reset Power button with LED Silicon Graphics Prism XG2N and Compute Module Front Panel Controls Figure 1-5 The front panels of the modules have the following controls: • L1 controller display. A liquid crystal display (LCD) that shows status and error messages generated by the L1 controller.
Page 28 1: Getting Started with the Silicon Graphics Prism • Power button. Press this button to power on the individual module. Alternatively, you can power on all the system modules at once from an optional system console. • Reset button. Press this button to reset the internal processors and ASICs. The reset will cause a memory loss.
Page 29: Compute Module Rear Panel Items
XG2N and Compute Modules Compute Module Rear Panel Items Figure 1-6 shows a view of the rear panel of a Silicon Graphics Prism compute module. PCI/PCI-X slots: Bus 2, slot 2 PCI 4 (with USB) Bus 2, slot 1 PCI 3...
Page 30: Internal Components
1: Getting Started with the Silicon Graphics Prism – The green LED illuminates when a link has been established to another module through this NUMAlink connector. Internal Components Figure 1-7 shows an internal view of the XG2N module. Figure 1-7...
Page 31: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Before you install a Silicon Graphics Prism, you should familiarize yourself with the safety precautions discussed in the following subsections: • “Hazard Statements” on page 9 • “ESD Precautions” on page 10 • “Safety Measures” on page 11...
Page 32: Esd Precautions
1: Getting Started with the Silicon Graphics Prism ESD Precautions Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions during the entire installation process to eliminate possible ESD damage to the equipment. Wear an SGI-approved wrist strap when you handle an ESD-sensitive device. Connect the wrist strap cord directly to earth ground.
Page 33: Safety Measures
Safety Precautions Safety Measures Observe the following safety measures when you install the system: • Use caution when you remove the system from the shipping crate. Failure to handle the system carefully can result in personal injury or property damage. Warning: Ensure that the shipping crate is positioned close to its destination before you unpack the crate.
Page 34: Quick Start Information
If the system was shipped as a number of individual chassis, they may be placed on a flat surface, as shown in Figure 1-8 on page 13, or placed in a rack. For instructions on mounting modules in a rack see Appendix B, “Installing Silicon Graphics Prism Modules Into a Rack,”.
Page 35: Figure 1-8 Example Connection Of A Non-Racked System To Power
Quick Start Information XG2N graphics module Base compute module Figure 1-8 Example Connection of a Non-Racked System to Power 007-4701-003...
Page 36: Figure 1-9 Connection Example Of A Racked System To Power
1: Getting Started with the Silicon Graphics Prism CMPX module (optional) XG2N graphics module XG2N graphics module Base compute module CH AN NE L TP900 storage CH AN NE L I.D .R AN G TP UT module (optional) FA UL...
Page 37: Numalink Cabling For A Silicon Graphics Prism
Quick Start Information NUMAlink Cabling for a Silicon Graphics Prism If your system was shipped from SGI with the modules already mounted in a rack and the NUMAlink cables pre installed, you should proceed to “Optional SGI ImageSync Cabling” on page 16 to continue.
Page 38: Optional Sgi Imagesync Cabling
1: Getting Started with the Silicon Graphics Prism Optional SGI ImageSync Cabling If your system was shipped from SGI with the modules already mounted in a rack and the SGI ImageSync (IS) cables pre-installed, you should proceed to the next section, “Connecting a Monitor”...
Page 39: Figure 1-11 Cabling Example Of Sgi Imagesync Card To Graphics
Quick Start Information XG2N module REPEAT L1 PORT NUMALINK 0 NUMALINK 1 CONSOLE NUMAlink 0 NUMAlink 1 XG2N module REPEAT L1 PORT NUMALINK 1 NUMALINK 0 CONSOLE NUMAlink 0 NUMAlink 1 PCI 4 Base compute PCI 3 module PCI 2 NUMALINK 0 NUMALINK 1 CONSOLE...
Page 40: Connecting A Monitor
If you have a single XG2N graphics module, pipe 0 will be located in that module. If you have multiple XG2N graphics modules, pipe 0 will typically be in the XG2N module located directly above the base compute module. The Silicon Graphics Prism platform comes with a choice of optional monitor types and sizes.
Page 41: Connecting A Keyboard And Mouse
Quick Start Information Connecting a Keyboard and Mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to your system, as shown in Figure 1-12. The USB port closest to the side of the chassis is port 1. Note: Some system configurations may be limited to the use of one keyboard and mouse set.
Page 42: Connecting The Multi-Port Serial Cable
1: Getting Started with the Silicon Graphics Prism Connecting the Multi-Port Serial Cable A multi-port serial cable that converts the serial output on the IO10 board into four DB-9 serial cables is included with each base compute module containing an IO10.
Page 43: Connecting An L1 System Console
Quick Start Information Connecting an L1 System Console Connect a serial terminal to the Level 1 console connector on the base compute module as shown in Figure 1-14. Base compute module Serial terminal DB-9 serial port connector (L1 console) Figure 1-14 Connecting a Serial Terminal to the Base Compute Console Port 007-4701-003...
Page 44: Power-On The System
1: Getting Started with the Silicon Graphics Prism Power-On the System If your Silicon Graphics Prism does not have a a local system console, you can manually power it on and off by using the power buttons. To power on your system or an...
Page 45: Verifying System Connections
Quick Start Information Verifying System Connections Once your Silicon Graphics Prism Visualization System is installed in a rack (or otherwise situated), is cabled together via NUMAlink, and is powered on, you should verify that all modules are being seen by Linux + ProPack. To do this, follow these steps: From a Linux prompt, type hinv <Enter>...
Page 46 1: Getting Started with the Silicon Graphics Prism 3. If the output does not show all the graphics pipes present, recheck all power, and cable connections to be sure they are properly plugged in. See Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting,” for additional trouble shooting tips and L1 messaging.
Page 47: Powering Off Manually
Quick Start Information Powering Off Manually To power off your system manually, follow these steps: Caution: If you power off the system before you halt the operating system, you can lose data. Shut down the operating system by entering the following command: # init 0 2.
Page 49: System Overview And Options
Chapter 2 System Overview and Options This chapter provides an overview of the physical and architectural aspects of your Silicon Graphics Prism platform. System configurations and components are described and illustrated. This chapter includes the following sections: • “Physical Features” on page 28 •...
Page 50: Physical Features
2: System Overview and Options Physical Features The Silicon Graphics Prism platform is the latest advancement in the SGI NUMAflex approach to Linux based modular visualization and computing. It is designed to deliver maximum sustained performance in a compact system footprint. Independent scaling of graphics pipes, computational power, I/O bandwidth, and in-rack storage lets you configure a system to meet your unique visualization and computational needs.
Page 51: Figure 2-1 Example Of Silicon Graphics Prism Rack Systems
Physical Features 39U rack 17U rack Example of Silicon Graphics Prism Rack Systems Figure 2-1 007-4701-003...
Page 52: Functional Architecture
2: System Overview and Options Functional Architecture The Silicon Graphics Prism is based on the SGI NUMAflex architecture, which is a shared-memory system architecture that is the basis of SGI HPC servers and supercomputers. The NUMAflex architecture is specifically engineered to provide technical professionals with superior performance and scalability in a design that is easy to deploy, program, and manage.
Page 53 Functional Architecture A Silicon Graphics Prism system contains a combination of the following modules: • Base compute module. All Silicon Graphics Prism systems include at least one base compute module that contains the following components: – A node board with two Intel Itanium 2 processors (each processor has...
Page 54 2: System Overview and Options • XG2N graphics module. All systems contain at least one graphics module that has the following components: – A node board with zero or two Intel Itanium 2 processors (each processor has integrated L1, L2, and L3 caches), between 0 GB and 24 GB of local memory, and a SHUB ASIC (the crossbar between the processors, local memory, the network interface, and the I/O interface).
Page 55: System Components
System Components System Components This section briefly describes the standard and optional modules of a Silicon Graphics Prism, in the following subsections: • “Base Compute Module” on page 33 • “XG2N Graphics Module” on page 35 • “CPU Expansion Module” on page 36 •...
Page 56: Figure 2-2 Front And Rear Views Of Base Compute Module With Io10 Pci Card
2: System Overview and Options Figure 2-2 shows the front and rear views of a base compute module. Front view Rear view Figure 2-2 Front and Rear Views of Base Compute Module with IO10 PCI Card 007-4701-003...
Page 57: Xg2N Graphics Module
System Components XG2N Graphics Module The XG2N graphics module (see Figure 2-3) is a 2U AC-powered device that consists of the following: • Two graphics pipes • Zero or two Intel Itanium 2 processors (each with integrated L1, L2, and L3 caches) •...
Page 58: Cpu Expansion Module
2: System Overview and Options CPU Expansion Module The CPU expansion module is a 2U AC-powered device that consists of the following: • Zero, one, or two Intel Itanium 2 processors (each with integrated L1, L2, and L3 caches) • Between 2 GB and 24 GB of local DIMM memory (4, 8, or 12 DIMMs) •...
Page 59: Figure 2-4 Front And Rear Views Of Cpu Expansion Module
System Components Front view Rear view Figure 2-4 Front and Rear Views of CPU Expansion Module 007-4701-003...
Page 60: Cmpx Module
2: System Overview and Options CMPX Module The CMPX module (see Figure 2-5) is a 2U AC-powered module that offers: • Zero, one, or two Intel Itanium 2 processors (each with integrated L1, L2, and L3 caches) • Between 2 and 24 GB of local DIMM memory (4, 8, or 12 DIMMs) •...
Page 61: Figure 2-5 Front And Rear Views Of Cmpx Option Module
System Components Front view Rear view Figure 2-5 Front and Rear Views of CMPX Option Module 007-4701-003...
Page 62: Router Module
2: System Overview and Options Router Module The optional router module (sometimes called an R-brick) is an eight-port 2U-high module that functions as a high-speed switch to route network packets between base compute, XG2N, CPU expansion, and CMPX modules. This creates a NUMAlink-4 interconnect fabric (as opposed to the ring topology normally used in smaller system configurations).
Page 63: Figure 2-6 Router Functional Block Diagram
System Components Port 7 Port 8 Port 6 Port 1 Router ASIC Port 5 Port 2 Port 4 Port 3 LVDS LVDS LVDS LVDS System LVDS LVDS control board LVDS LVDS L2 host (Type A USB connector) L1 console (DB9 connector) Router Functional Block Diagram Figure 2-6 007-4701-003...
Page 64: Router Module Front Panel Components
2: System Overview and Options Router Module Front Panel Components The router module contains the following front panel items (as shown in Figure 2-7): • L1 display. The L1 display is a 55.7 mm X 32 mm backlit liquid crystal display (LCD) that displays system messages.
Page 65: Router Module Rear Panel Components
System Components Router Module Rear Panel Components The router module has the following rear panel items (see Figure 2-8): • PWR (power) connector. This connects the router to the power outlet (120V or 220V, autosensing). • NUMAlink connectors. These NUMAlink connectors connect the router to the Prism compute or graphics modules to form an interconnect fabric.
Page 66: Storage Expansion
SGI offers the 2Gb SGI TP9100 storage system. • The Silicon Graphics Prism also supports a number of tape devices; check with your SGI sales or support representative for available options. The various storage devices are discussed in the subsections that follow.
Page 67: Sgi Tp900 Storage Module
System Components SGI TP900 Storage Module The TP900 storage module, shown in Figure 2-9, is a 2U-high 8-drive storage system that provides compact, high-capacity, high-availability JBOD storage. The enclosure backplane connects the 8 drives on one SCSI bus. As an option, the storage module can also be configured on two SCSI buses (2 strings of 4 drives).
Page 68: 2Gb Sgi Tp9100 Optional Storage System
2: System Overview and Options 2Gb SGI TP9100 Optional Storage System The 2Gb SGI TP9100, shown in Figure 2-10, is an affordable, entry-level RAID storage array that is easily expandable and comes in either a deskside tower or a rackmounted configuration.
Page 69: Figure 2-10 2Gb Sgi Tp9100 Storage System
System Components Rackmounted configuration Deskside tower configuration Figure 2-10 2Gb SGI TP9100 Storage System 007-4701-003...
Page 70: Power Components
2: System Overview and Options Power Components The Silicon Graphics Prism platform can contain the following power components: • One or two power distribution units (PDUs). The second PDU is added to the system only when more than 10 AC power receptacles are needed within the rack.
Page 71: Sgi Racks For Silicon Graphics Prism
SGI Racks for Silicon Graphics Prism SGI Racks for Silicon Graphics Prism The system is offered in two rack types: a short rack and a tall rack. The racks are measured in standard rack units (U); one U is equal to 1.75 in. (4.45 cm). The short rack is a 17U rack (see Figure 2-11).
Page 72: Figure 2-12 Optional Slide Rails
2: System Overview and Options Both rack types are industry-standard 19-inch racks, and they support two types of mounting rails (shelf rails or optional slide rails) that hold the modules within the rack. For example, the base compute, XG2N, CPU expansion, and CMPX modules can use shelf rails or optional slide-mounting rails (see Figure 2-12).
Page 73: Figure 2-14 Front Views Of Short And Tall Racks
SGI Racks for Silicon Graphics Prism Both short and tall racks, as shown in Figure 2-14, have front and rear doors that have keylocks to prevent unauthorized access to the system. The racks also have cable entry/exit areas at the bottom of the racks. The 39U racks have cable management hardware in the rear.
Page 74: Optional Devices
2: System Overview and Options Optional Devices This section describes some of the optional devices available for the Silicon Graphics Prism system, in the following subsections: • “Optional IO9 PCI Card” on page 53 • “Optional Tape Devices” on page 53 •...
Page 75: Optional Io9 Pci Card
One IDE channel for the DVD-ROM • NVRAM and time-of-day clock Optional Tape Devices The Silicon Graphics Prism supports optional or third-party tape drives. For current tape solutions for your system visit: http://sales.corp.sgi.com/products/storage/tape.html or check with your SGI sales or service representative.
Page 76: Optional Dm8 Audio Board
2: System Overview and Options Optional DM8 Audio Board The DM8 is a half-size PCI expansion board that provides audio expansion via the PCI bus. It connects to consumer and professional audio and video equipment via industry-standard interfaces. Note that not all connector functionality is supported under Linux.
Page 77: Cables And Connectors
Optional Devices Cables and Connectors The DM8 audio board has the following connectors on it’s rear panel as shown from left to right in Figure 2-15 on page 54: • Surround Center L/R (silver) a line-level output connector for powered surround Center Left and Right channel speakers (not supported under Linux).
Page 78: Troubleshooting Tips
2: System Overview and Options Sampling frequencies (in kHz): • Supports sampling frequencies 8, 11.025 16, 22.05, 32, 44.1, or 48kHz Audio playback formats: • Output formats supported are: • 24-bit linear PCM/48kHz playback capability for Linux systems • 24-bit linear PCM/48kHz recording capability for Linux systems Connector features: •...
Page 79: Optional Usb Extender
Optional Devices Optional USB Extender You can plug the keyboard and mouse directly into the USB connectors of a compute module (see “Connecting a Keyboard and Mouse” on page 19), or you can use an optional USB extender that allows you to place the keyboard and mouse up to 328.68 feet (100 m) from the compute module, see Figure 2-16 on page 58.
Page 80: Figure 2-16 Keyboard And Mouse Connected Via Optional Usb Extender
2: System Overview and Options Power distribution unit (PDU) USB ports 9.84 ft (3 m) USB type B connector RJ45 connector 6-ft L IN Power (1.82 m) adapter adapter cable 30 ft (9.1 m) USB type A Keyboard RJ45 connectors connector Mouse USB Type A connector...
Page 81: Configurations And Cabling
Chapter 3 Configurations and Cabling This chapter describes the configuration ranges of the Silicon Graphics Prism Power and Team Systems and provides NUMAlink cabling instructions. 007-4701-003...
Page 82: System Configurations
System Configurations The minimum and maximum ranges of the configurable items for the Silicon Graphics Prism Power Systems (ring topology) are listed in Table 3-1, and for the Silicon Graphics Prism Team Systems (router topology) are listed in Table 3-2.
Page 83: Table 3-2 Silicon Graphics Prism Team System Configuration Ranges
System Configurations Silicon Graphics Prism Team System Configuration Ranges Table 3-2 Configuration Configuration Minimum Maximum Compute/expansion modules Graphics modules NUMAlink modules (routers) Processors Memory capacity 8 GB 192 GB Internal disk storage 1 serial ATA disk 10 serial ATA disks...
Page 84: Numalink Cabling In Ring Topologies
3: Configurations and Cabling NUMAlink Cabling in Ring Topologies The basic Silicon Graphics Prism uses a type of network configuration that is referred to as a ring topology. As the name implies, the network connection between the base compute module, graphics module, and optional CPU expansion or CMPX modules forms a ring.
Page 85: Figure 3-1 Two-Module Ring Topology Example
NUMAlink Cabling in Ring Topologies Figure 3-1 provides an example of the two-module ring topology. XG2N graphics module Repeat NUMAlink NUMAlink L! Port NUMALINK 1 NUMALINK 0 CONSOLE Base compute module PCI 4 PCI 3 NUMAlink NUMAlink PCI 2 NUMALINK 0 NUMALINK 1 CONSOLE L1 PORT...
Page 86: Figure 3-3 Four-Module Ring Topology Example
3: Configurations and Cabling Figure 3-3 shows an example of a four-module ring topology. CPU expansion or CMPX module NUMAlink NUMAlink XG2N graphics module Repeat NUMAlink NUMAlink L! Port NUMALINK 1 NUMALINK 0 CONSOLE XG2N graphics module Repeat NUMAlink NUMAlink L! Port NUMALINK 1 NUMALINK 0...
Page 87: Numalink Cabling In Routed Systems
NUMAlink Cabling in Routed Systems NUMAlink Cabling in Routed Systems This section describes the NUMAlink cabling for systems containing routers. Prism systems containing routers will have between four and eight base compute, XG2N, CPU, or CMPX modules, as well as two routers. This section provides cabling details for the smallest configuration (four modules, two routers) and largest configuration (eight modules, two routers).
Page 88: Minimum Routed Configuration
3: Configurations and Cabling Minimum Routed Configuration This section describes a minimum routed configuration, having four base compute, XG2N, CPU, or CMPX modules. Table 3-4 details the NUMAlink cabling for this configuration, Figure 3-4 provides a conceptual diagram, and Figure 3-5 shows a representative module ordering.
Page 89: Figure 3-5 Module Ordering In Minimum Routed Configuration
NUMAlink Cabling in Routed Systems CMPX module Router module Router module XG2N module XG2N module Base compute module Figure 3-5 Module Ordering in Minimum Routed Configuration 007-4701-003...
Page 90: Maximum Routed Configuration
3: Configurations and Cabling Maximum Routed Configuration This section describes a maximum routed configuration, having eight base compute, XG2N, CPU, or CMPX modules. Table 3-5 details the NUMAlink cabling for this configuration, Figure 3-6 provides a conceptual diagram, and Figure 3-7 shows a representative the module ordering.
Page 91: Figure 3-6 Maximum Routed Configuration Conceptual Diagram
NUMAlink Cabling in Routed Systems R (a) R (b) Maximum Routed Configuration Conceptual Diagram Figure 3-6 007-4701-003...
Page 92: Figure 3-7 Module Ordering In Maximum Routed Configuration
3: Configurations and Cabling CMPX module CMPX module CMPX module XG2N module Router module Router module XG2N module XG2N module XG2N module Base compute module Module Ordering in Maximum Routed Configuration Figure 3-7 007-4701-003...
Page 93: Installing And Removing Customer-Replaceable Units
Chapter 4 Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units This chapter provides safety instructions to follow when using and maintaining your system. It also describes how to install and remove customer-replaceable units (CRUs). This information is covered in the following sections: • “Safety Instructions”...
Page 94: Safety Instructions
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units Safety Instructions Before you perform any type of maintenance to your system, read the following safety instructions: • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product and noted in this and other documentation included with the product. •...
Page 95 • Only qualified service personnel should replace the soldered lithium battery (or batteries) in the Silicon Graphics Prism platform. Please see Appendix D, “Regulatory Specifications and Safety Information” for more information. • Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided with the system) for this unit.
Page 96: Accessing The System's Internal Components
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units Accessing the System’s Internal Components Many of the procedures in this chapter require the removal of the top cover, a frame rail, or a support bracket in order to access the internal components you are removing or replacing.
Page 97: Removing The Optional Chassis Rail
Accessing the System’s Internal Components Removing the Optional Chassis Rail If you are installing a card in one of the two lower-most card slots (or the bottom card, in the case of an XG2N module), you will need to remove the optional chassis rail. To do this, unscrew the five Phillips screws, as shown in Figure 4-2.
Page 98: Figure 4-2 Removing An Optional Chassis Rail
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units Figure 4-2 Removing an Optional Chassis Rail 007-4701-003...
Page 99: Removing The Pci/Pci-X Support Bracket
Accessing the System’s Internal Components Removing the PCI/PCI-X Support Bracket If you are accessing one of the two lower-most card slots (or the bottom card, in the case of an XG2N module), you must remove the lower PCI/PCI-X support bracket that covers the two lower-most slots.
Page 100: Reinstalling The Pci/Pci-X Support Bracket
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units Reinstalling the PCI/PCI-X Support Bracket If you removed the PCI/PCI-X support bracket, replace it and screw in the four Phillips screws, as shown in Figure 4-4 Figure 4-4 Replacing the Lower PCI/PCI-X Support Bracket 007-4701-003...
Page 101: Reinstalling The Optional Chassis Rail
Accessing the System’s Internal Components Reinstalling the Optional Chassis Rail If you removed the optional chassis rail, replace it and screw in the five Phillips screws, as shown in Figure 4-5 Figure 4-5 Replacing the Chassis Rail 007-4701-003...
Page 102: Closing The Cover
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units Closing the Cover Use the following steps to close the cover: Close the hinged cover on the system and screw in the ten Phillips screws to secure the cover, as shown in Figure 4-6. Figure 4-6 Closing the System Cover 007-4701-003...
Page 103: Pci And Pci-X Cards
PCI and PCI-X Cards PCI and PCI-X Cards Your base compute module and various optional modules in your system support PCI and PCI-X cards. The following instructions, which describe how to install and remove a PCI or PCI-X card from system base compute module, can be used to install and remove PCI and PCI-X cards from the base compute, CPU expansion, or CMPX module.
Page 104: Rules For Card Installation And Removal
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units Rules for Card Installation and Removal When installing or removing PCI or PCI-X cards from your system, be aware of the following rules: • If you operate PCI and PCI-X cards on the same bus at the same time, the PCI-X card will run in PCI mode.
Page 105: Installing A Pci Or Pci-X Card
Installing a PCI or PCI-X Card To install a PCI or PCI-X card, follow these steps: Power off the Silicon Graphics Prism platform. For power off instructions, see “Powering Off Manually” on page 25. 2. Disconnect all of the cables at the rear of the module.
Page 106: Figure 4-8 Removing The Blanking Plate
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units 9. If you are installing a card in one of the two lower-most card slots, you must remove the lower PCI/PCI-X support bracket that covers the two lowermost slots, as described in “Removing the PCI/PCI-X Support Bracket” on page 77. 10.
Page 107: Figure 4-9 Installing The Card And Retaining Screw
PCI and PCI-X Cards 11. Insert the card into the slot by pushing the card into the connector until it is properly seated and install the retaining screw, as shown in Figure 4-9. If you have installed the card into one of the upper two slots, proceed to step 13. Installing the Card and Retaining Screw Figure 4-9 12.
Page 108 18. Install all of the cables at the rear of the module. 19. Power on the Silicon Graphics Prism platform. For power on instructions, see “Power-On the System” on page 22.
Page 109: Removing A Pci Or Pci-X Card
Removing a PCI or PCI-X Card To remove a PCI or PCI-X card, follow these steps: Power off the Silicon Graphics Prism platform. For powering off instructions, see “Powering Off Manually” on page 25. 2. Disconnect all of the cables at the rear of the module.
Page 110: Figure 4-10 Removing The Retaining Screw And Extracting The Card
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units 9. If you are removing a card from one of the two lower-most card slots, you also need to remove the optional chassis rail, as described in “Removing the Optional Chassis Rail” on page 75. (If you are not removing a card from one of the lower-most card slots or your module is not slide-rail mounted, proceed to step 10.) Caution: The module may or may not have a factory-installed IO10 card, which always comes installed in the lowermost slot.
Page 111: Figure 4-11 Replacing A Blanking Plate
PCI and PCI-X Cards 12. If you are replacing the card that you have removed, reference the instructions in “Installing a PCI or PCI-X Card” on page 83. If you are not replacing the card that you have removed, proceed to the next step. 13.
Page 112 21. Install all of the cables at the rear of the module. 22. Power on the Silicon Graphics Prism platform. For powering on instructions, see “Power-On the System” on page 22.
Page 113: Replacing An Xg2N Graphics Card
Replacing an XG2N Graphics Card To replace a graphics card, follow these steps: Power off the Silicon Graphics Prism platform. For power off instructions, see “Powering Off Manually” on page 25. 2. Disconnect all of the cables at the rear of the module.
Page 114: Figure 4-12 Removing The Xg2N Graphics Card Bracket
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units 9. Remove the lower PCI/PCI-X support bracket by unscrewing the four Phillips screws, as shown in Figure 4-12. Figure 4-12 Removing the XG2N Graphics Card Bracket 10. Undo and remove the two screws that hold the card to the back panel, as shown in Figure 4-13.
Page 115: Figure 4-13 Remove Xg2N Graphics Board Assembly
Replacing an XG2N Graphics Card Rotate board upward Figure 4-13 Remove XG2N Graphics Board Assembly 007-4701-003...
Page 116: Figure 4-14 Synchronization Cable Connection On Underside Of Graphics Board
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units Figure 4-14 Synchronization Cable Connection on Underside of Graphics Board To install a new XG2N graphics card, use the following steps: Place the board close to the graphics connector on the riser board and tilt it up until you can see the connector location for the 7-pin synchronization cable.
Page 117: Figure 4-15 Installing The Graphics Card And Retaining Screws
Replacing an XG2N Graphics Card Rotate board downward Figure 4-15 Installing the Graphics Card and Retaining Screws 007-4701-003...
Page 118: Figure 4-16 Replacing The Pci/Pci-X Support Bracket
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units 4. Replace the lower PCI/PCI-X support bracket and screw in the four Phillips screws, as shown in Figure 4-16. Figure 4-16 Replacing the PCI/PCI-X Support Bracket 5. Replace the optional chassis rail (if applicable) as described in “Reinstalling the Optional Chassis Rail”...
Page 119 10. Install all of the cables at the rear of the module. 11. Power on the Silicon Graphics Prism platform. For powering on instructions, see “Power-On the System” on page 22.
Page 120: Disk Drives
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units Disk Drives Each base compute module contains one or two sled-mounted serial ATA disk drives (see Figure 4-17). Disk drives Figure 4-17 Disk Drive Locations 007-4701-003...
Page 121: Installing A Disk Drive
Disk Drives Installing a Disk Drive To install a disk drive, follow these steps: Open the bezel door as far as it will open. Position the drive assembly so that it engages the bay guide rails and, with the locking handle fully swung open, gently push the drive into the bay until the locking handle engages with left side of the bay opening, as shown in Figure 4-18A.
Page 122: Figure 4-18 Installing A Disk Drive
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units Figure 4-18 Installing a Disk Drive 007-4701-003...
Page 123: Removing A Disk Drive
Removing a Disk Drive To remove a disk drive, follow these steps: If you are replacing the system drive, you must first power off the Silicon Graphics Prism platform. For instructions to power off the Silicon Graphics Prism platform, see “Powering Off Manually” on page 25.
Page 124: Figure 4-19 Removing A Disk Drive
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units Figure 4-19 Removing a Disk Drive 007-4701-003...
Page 125: Removing And Replacing Power Supplies
Removing and Replacing Power Supplies Removing and Replacing Power Supplies Each module in a Silicon Graphics Prism system can contain one or two sled-mounted power supplies (see Figure 4-20). For information on determining the operational status of a power supply, see “Reading Power Supply Status LEDs” on page 129.
Page 126 Screw in the two Phillips screws that you had removed as shown in Figure 4-22D, and close the bezel door. 4. Power on the Silicon Graphics Prism platform, as described in “Power-On the System” on page 22. 007-4701-003...
Page 127: Figure 4-21 Removing A Power Supply
Removing and Replacing Power Supplies Ribbon cable Bezel door Figure 4-21 Removing a Power Supply 007-4701-003...
Page 128: Figure 4-22 Installing The Power Supply
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units Ribbon cable Screen cover Bezel door Figure 4-22 Installing the Power Supply 007-4701-003...
Page 129: Removing And Replacing Memory Dimms
100 MHz or 133 MHz, depending on the type of DIMMs installed. • The DIMMs used in the Silicon Graphics Prism platform modules are not compatible with DIMMs used in the Origin 200, Origin 350 series, SGI 3000 series, SGI 2000 series, Onyx systems, Fuel, Octane or Tezro systems.
Page 130: Figure 4-23 Layout Of Slots And Dimm Memory Groups
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units Group 0 Group 1 Group 2 Figure 4-23 Layout of Slots and DIMM Memory Groups Caution: Electronic equipment can be irreparably damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Always follow these preventive measures when you handle a system component: - Remove a component from its antistatic bag only when you are ready to install it.
Page 131: Installing A Dimm Group
Installing a DIMM Group To install a DIMM group, follow these steps: Power off the Silicon Graphics Prism platform. For powering off instructions, see “Powering Off Manually” on page 25. 2. Disconnect all of the cables at the rear of the module.
Page 132: Figure 4-24 Dimm Locations (Xg2N Module Shown, Others Similar)
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units Module DIMM slots Figure 4-24 DIMM Locations (XG2N Module Shown, Others Similar) 6. Install the DIMMs, as follows (see Figure 4-24 and Figure 4-25): Note: If you need to find the correct locations in which to install the DIMMs, make sure to read the introductory material in “Removing and Replacing Memory DIMMs”...
Page 133: Figure 4-25 Inserting A Dimm
9. Install the two screws that secure the module to the front rails of the rack. If shelf rails are used, install the two rear screws. 10. Install all of the cables at the rear of the module. 11. Power on the Silicon Graphics Prism platform as described in “Power-On the System” on page 22. Figure 4-25...
Page 134: Removing A Dimm
Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM, follow these steps: Power off the Silicon Graphics Prism platform. For powering off instructions, see “Powering Off Manually” on page 25. 2. Disconnect all of the cables at the rear of the module.
Page 135: Figure 4-26 Removing A Dimm
11. Install all of the cables at the rear of the module. 12. Power on the Silicon Graphics Prism platform as described in “Power-On the System” on page 22. Removing a DIMM...
Page 136: L1 Controller Display
The L1 controller, which is used to monitor and manage the base compute module of the Silicon Graphics Prism platform, has a display located on the front panel as shown in Figure 4-27. Every Silicon Graphics Prism platform module is factory- shipped with an L1 controller display.
Page 137 L1 Controller Display 5. Open the top cover as described in “Opening the Cover” on page 74. 6. On the front panel of your system, remove the front bezel by unscrewing the two Phillips screws holding the bezel to the chassis, as shown in Figure 4-28A. 7.
Page 138: Figure 4-28 Removing The L1 Controller Display Panel
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units Hook slots Figure 4-28 Removing the L1 Controller Display Panel 007-4701-003...
Page 139 L1 Controller Display 10. Connect the L1 controller cable to the connector on the new L1 controller display, making sure that the red stripe is to your left, as shown in Figure 4-29A. 11. Align the two screw holes on the L1 controller display with the holes on the L1 display protective cover, and screw in the two Phillips screws, as shown in Figure 4-29B.
Page 140: Figure 4-29 Installing An L1 Controller Display Panel
4: Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units Red stripe Hook slots Figure 4-29 Installing an L1 Controller Display Panel 14. Close the top cover as described in “Closing the Cover” on page 80. 15. If using optional slide rails, press the safety latches on both sides of the module and slide the module into the rack.
Page 141 16. Install the two screws that secure the module to the front rails of the rack. If shelf rails are used, install the two rear screws. 17. Install all of the cables at the rear of the module. 18. Power on the Silicon Graphics Prism platform as described in “Power-On the System” on page 22. 007-4701-003...
Page 143: Troubleshooting
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting This chapter provides the following sections to help you troubleshoot your system: • “Troubleshooting Chart” on page 122 • “L1 Controller Error Messages” on page 124 • “Reading Power Supply Status LEDs” on page 129 • “SGI Electronic Support” on page 130 •...
Page 144: Troubleshooting Chart
5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Chart Table 5-1 lists recommended actions for problems that can occur on your system. For problems that are not listed in this table, use the SGI Electronic Support system to help solve your problem or contact your SGI system support engineer (SSE). More information about the SGI Electronic Support system is provided later in this chapter.
Page 145 Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting Chart (continued) Table 5-1 Problem Description Recommended Action The power status LED of the TP900 is Contact your SSE to replace the power supply amber. module. The power supply module also has an amber LED that indicates a fault. The cooling status LED of the TP900 is Contact your SSE to replace the cooling module.
Page 146: L1 Controller Error Messages
5: Troubleshooting L1 Controller Error Messages Table 5-2 lists error messages that the L1 controller generates and displays on the L1 display. This display is located on the front of the base compute, compute expansion, XG2N, and CMPX modules. For serial-number related errors, check with your service provider for documentation on prevention and solutions.
Page 147: Table 5-2 L1 Controller Messages
L1 Controller Error Messages Table 5-2 L1 Controller Messages L1 System Controller Message Message Meaning and Action Needed Internal voltage messages: ATTN: x.xV high fault limit reached @ x.xxV 30-second power-off sequence for the module. ATTN: x.xV low fault limit reached @ x.xxV 30-second power-off sequence for the module.
Page 148 5: Troubleshooting L1 Controller Messages (continued) Table 5-2 L1 System Controller Message Message Meaning and Action Needed ATTN: TEMP # critical temperature reached The ambient temperature at the module’s air @ xxC xxF inlet has exceeded 31 ºC. ATTN: TEMP # fault temperature reached @ The ambient temperature at the module’s air xxC xxF inlet has exceeded 35 ºC.
Page 149: Table 5-3 L1 Controller Hexadecimal Boot Error Codes
L1 Controller Error Messages Under certain circumstances a system software or hardware error can occur prior to the graphics console's ability to display information. In this case you can see the error only on the L1 controller panel or from an optional system console connected to the Console serial port on the back of the system.
Page 150 5: Troubleshooting L1 Controller Hexadecimal Boot Error Codes (continued) Table 5-3 Error code Message Meaning or Action Needed 0xb6 Cache preloading PAL call failed. 0xb7 Scratch area overflowed the CPU’s caches. 0xb8 PAL_MEM_FOR_TEST failed. 0xb9 Bad address calculated for PAL_TEST_PROC 0xba PAL_COPY_INFO failed.
Page 151: Reading Power Supply Status Leds
Reading Power Supply Status LEDs Reading Power Supply Status LEDs Use the LED located on the front (towards the top) of the power supply to read the condition of the power supply. Table 5-4 shows the LED status and the power supply condition that LED status indicates.
Page 152: Sgi Electronic Support
5: Troubleshooting SGI Electronic Support SGI Electronic Support provides system support and problem-solving services that function automatically, which helps resolve problems before they can affect system availability or develop into actual failures. SGI Electronic Support integrates several services so they work together to monitor your system, notify you if a problem exists, and search for solutions to the problem.
Page 153 SGI Electronic Support The sequence of events can be described as follows: Embedded Support Partner (ESP) monitors your system 24 hours a day. 2. When a specified system event is detected, ESP notifies SGI via e-mail (plain text or encrypted). 3.
Page 154 5: Troubleshooting The following three components compose the integrated SGI Electronic Support system: SGI Embedded Support Partner (ESP) is a set of tools and utilities that are embedded in the operating system. ESP can monitor a single system or group of systems for system events, software and hardware failures, availability, performance, and configuration changes, and then perform actions based on those events.
Page 155: Customizing The Xf86Config File
Customizing the XF86Config File Customizing the XF86Config File The following sections provide information about customizing the XF86Config file for various special configurations. Configuring a System for Stereo This section describes how to configure a system to display stereo images. Stereo sync is supported only on systems using ImageSync boards. Note: Simultaneously running stereo and full scene anti-aliasing can require more graphics-card memory than is available, and thus may not always work correctly.
Page 156: Example "Device" Section For Stereo
5: Troubleshooting 4. Ensure that the monitor supports the high horizontal sync rate setting. Refer to the documentation for the monitor to determine the horizontal sync rate. Modify the HorizSync setting in the “Monitor” section of the XF86Config.Stereo file. For example: HorizSync 22-105...
Page 157: Sample Stereo Mode Entries
Customizing the XF86Config File Sample Stereo Mode Entries Modeline "1024x768@96" 103.5 1024 1050 1154 1336 768 771 774 807 Modeline "1280x1024@96" 163.28 1280 1300 1460 1600 1024 1027 1033 1063 Modeline "1024x768@100" 113.309 1024 1096 1208 1392 768 769 772 814 Modeline "1024x768@120"...
Page 158: Configuring A System For Full Scene Anti-Aliasing
5: Troubleshooting Configuring a System for Full Scene Anti-Aliasing This section describes how to configure a system for global or per-window full scene anti-aliasing. Note: Simultaneously running stereo and full scene anti-aliasing can require more graphics-card memory than is available, and thus may not work correctly. Create a copy of the XF86Config file to be customized for full scene anti-aliasing: # cp /etc/X11/XF86Config /etc/X11/XF86Config.AntiAlias Note: Automatically-generated XF86Config files should contain the customized...
Page 159: Example "Device" Section For Full Scene Anti-Aliasing
Customizing the XF86Config File 5. Save the gdm.conf file: 6. Restart graphics: # <CTRL> <ALT> <BKSPC> Example “Device” Section for Full Scene Anti-Aliasing Section "Device" Identifier "SGI SG-0" Driver "fglrx" BusId "PCI:23:0:0" # === FSAA Management === Option "FSAAScale" "1" Option "FSAADisableGamma"...
Page 160: Configuring A System For Dual-Channel Operation
5: Troubleshooting Configuring a System for Dual-Channel Operation To configure a system for dual-channel operation, follow the steps in this section. Note: If any pipes managed by an X server have their second channel enabled, then every pipe managed by that X server must have its second channel enabled. Note: Both channels on a pipe must have the same display resolution.
Page 161: Example "Device" Section For Dual Channel
Customizing the XF86Config File with: command=/usr/X11R6/bin/X -xf86config /etc/X11/XF86Config.DualChannel 6. Save the gdm.conf file: 7. Restart graphics: # <CTRL> <ALT> <BKSPC> Example “Device” Section for Dual Channel Section "Device" Identifier "SGI SG-0" Driver "fglrx" BusId "PCI:23:0:0" Option "DesktopSetup" "0x00000200" EndSection 007-4701-003...
Page 162: Enabling Overlay Planes
5: Troubleshooting Enabling Overlay Planes To enable overlay planes, follow these steps: Note: The option to enable overlay planes only applies to the first channel on the pipe. Edit the /etc/X11/XF86Config file to include the following line in each “Device” section for which you want overlay planes enabled: Option "OpenGLOverlay"...
Page 163: Configuring A System For External Genlock Or Framelock
Customizing the XF86Config File Configuring a System for External Genlock or Framelock External genlock and framelock may be used on systems with at least one optional ImageSync board. To configure your system to receive an external genlock or framelock signal you must run the setmon command with the appropriate options.
Page 164: Table 5-5 Input Video Formats (Framelock)
5: Troubleshooting Table 5-5 Input Video Formats (Framelock) Input Video Format (Framelock Source) Format Name Compatible Graphics Formats 525 line at 59.94Hz (NTSC) 1280x1024_5994f (or use the alias NTSC) 1920x1154_5994f 625 line at 50Hz (PAL) 1280x1024_50f (or use the alias PAL) 1920x1154_50f 720-line progressive-scan at 59.94Hz 720p_5994...
Page 165: Configuring Monitor Positions
Customizing the XF86Config File Configuring Monitor Positions When an X-Server is managing multiple monitors, it needs to know their relative positions in order to properly handle cursor cross-over locations. The monitor positions are specified in the “ServerLayout” section of the /etc/X11/XF86Config file as follows: Each screen is listed, followed by a list of the screens above, below, to the left, and to the right of it (in that order).
Page 166: Example "Serverlayout" Section For Four Monitors In A Square
5: Troubleshooting Figure 5-3 and the subsection following it show an example of four monitors arranged in a square. SG-0 SG-1 SG-2 SG-3 Figure 5-3 Four Monitors in a Square Example “ServerLayout” Section for Four Monitors in a Square Section "ServerLayout" Identifier "Four-in-a-Square"...
Page 167: Configuring Monitor Types
Customizing the XF86Config File Configuring Monitor Types The system graphics cards support both analog and digital monitors. The type of monitor connected to each graphics card is specified in the “Device” sections of the /etc/X11/XF86Config file. Table 5-6 lists the allowable options for the MonitorLayout line. If the line is not present, both channels default to AUTO.
Page 168: Configuring A System For Multiple Xservers
Configuring a System for Multiple Xservers Multiple Xservers allows specific subsets of the keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors attached to a Silicon Graphics Prism system to each be managed by a different Xserver. Note: The use of multiple Xservers requires ProPack ™...
Page 169: Identifying Event Devices
Customizing the XF86Config File Identifying Event Devices An “event device” is a keyboard or pointing device. All event devices connected to the system are listed at boot time on lines beginning with the string “input.” These boot messages may be displayed at a Linux command prompt using the dmesg command. The output from the dmesg command can be quite long, and therefore is usually filtered with a grep command.
Page 170: Creating A Multi-Seat Xf86Config File
5: Troubleshooting Creating a Multi-Seat XF86Config File A multiple-Xserver configuration requires a customized XF86Config file containing a separate ServerLayout section for each Xserver you will be running. Note: The original ServerLayout section (always identified as “Main Layout”) is typically left unchanged, allowing the system to easily be reconfigured as a single-Xserver system.
Page 171 Customizing the XF86Config File Configuring the Input Devices Next, configure the input devices as follows: Copy the section beginning: Section "InputDevice" Identifier "Keyboard1" and insert a duplicate copy (or copies) below the existing section, until there is one copy for each keyboard (including the original copy in this count). 2.
Page 172 5: Troubleshooting Driver "mouse" Option "Device" "/dev/input/mouse0" # ... EndSection Note: See “Identifying Event Devices” on page 147 for instructions on how to determine the appropriate event device. Note: You may assign any number of pointing devices to a single Xserver, but no pointing device may be assigned to more than one Xserver.
Page 173 Customizing the XF86Config File Configuring the New ServerLayout Sections In this new XF86Config-Nservers file, perform the following steps: Copy the section beginning: Section “ServerLayout” Identifier “Main Layout” and insert a duplicate copy (or copies) below the existing section, until there is one copy for each Xserver you will have (do NOT include the original “Main Layout”...
Page 174: Example "Serverlayout" Sections For Three Xservers
5: Troubleshooting Example “ServerLayout” Sections for Three Xservers # ********************************************************************** # ServerLayout sections. # ********************************************************************** Section "ServerLayout" Identifier "Main Layout" Screen "Screen SG-0" "" "" "" "Screen SG-1" Screen "Screen SG-1" "" "" "Screen SG-0" "Screen SG-2" Screen "Screen SG-2" ""...
Page 175: Pointing X To The New Xf86Config-Nserver File
Customizing the XF86Config File N server File Pointing X to the New XF86Config- Once you have created the new XF86Config-Nserver file, the last step is to tell X to use the new layouts it contains, rather than the default server layout. To do so, perform the following steps: Make a backup copy of the default single-server /etc/X11/gdm/gdm.conf file: # cp /etc/X11/gdm/gdm.conf /etc/X11/gdm/gdm.conf-old...
Page 176: Example /Etc/X11/Gdm/Gdm.conf Servers Section For Three Xservers
5: Troubleshooting Example /etc/X11/gdm/gdm.conf Servers Section for Three Xservers [servers] #0=Standard 0=Layout0 1=Layout1 2=Layout2 [server-Standard] name=Standard server command=/usr/X11R6/bin/X flexible=true [server-Layout0] name=Layout0 server command=/usr/X11R6/bin/X :0 -xf86config /etc/X11/XF86Config.3server -layout Layout0 flexible=true [server-Layout1] name=Layout1 server command=/usr/X11R6/bin/X :1 -xf86config /etc/X11/XF86Config.3server -layout Layout1 flexible=true [server-Layout2] name=Layout2 server command=/usr/X11R6/bin/X :2 -xf86config /etc/X11/XF86Config.3server -layout Layout2 flexible=true...
Page 177: Technical Specifications
Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix contains technical specification information about your system, as follows: • “Environmental Specifications” on page 156 • “Compute Module Specifications” on page 157 • “CMPX Module Specifications” on page 159 • “Router Module Specifications” on page 160 •...
Page 178: Environmental Specifications
A: Technical Specifications Environmental Specifications Table A-1 lists the environmental specifications of the Silicon Graphics Prism. Environmental Specifications Table A-1 Characteristic Specification Temperature, +5 ºC (+41 ºF) to +35 ºC (+95 ºF) (up to 1500 m [5,000 ft]) operating +5 ºC (+41 ºF) to +30 ºC (+86 ºF) (1500 m to 3000 m [5,000 ft to 10,000 ft]) Temperature, -40 ºC (-40 ºF) to +60 ºC (+140 ºF)
Page 179: Compute Module Specifications
Compute Module Specifications Compute Module Specifications Table A-2 lists the bandwidth characteristics of the compute module. Bandwidth Characteristics of the Compute Module Table A-2 Characteristic Peak Bandwidth Sustainable Bandwidth NUMAlink channel 6.4 GB/s full duplex ~2.8 GB/s each direction 3.2 GB/s each direction Main memory Up to 10.8 GB/s Up to 10.8 GB/s...
Page 180: Table A-4 Compute Module Physical Specifications
A: Technical Specifications General Features of the Compute Module (continued) Table A-3 Feature Base Compute Module Expansion Compute Module Memory up to 24 GB up to 24 GB Expansion slot 2 PCI-X 4 PCI-X Note: Power consumption in the XG2N module is slightly higher (approximately 563 watts) than in the base compute module.
Page 181: Cmpx Module Specifications
CMPX Module Specifications CMPX Module Specifications Table A-5 lists the bandwidth characteristics of the CMPX module. Bandwidth Characteristics of the CMPX Module Table A-5 Characteristic Peak Bandwidth Sustainable Bandwidth NUMAlink channel 6.4 GB/s full duplex ~2.8 GB/s each direction 3.2 GB/s each direction Main memory Up to 10.8 GB/s Up to 10.8 GB/s...
Page 182: Router Module Specifications
A: Technical Specifications Router Module Specifications Table A-7 lists the specifications of each of the 8 router ports. Router Port Specifications Table A-7 Port Quantity Peak Transfer Rate NUMAlink 3.2 GB/s each direction 12 Mbits/s Table A-8 lists the technical specifications of the router. Table A-8 Router Technical Specifications Characteristic...
Page 183: Rack Specifications
Rack Specifications Rack Specifications The Silicon Graphics Prism modules can be housed in optional short (17U) or tall (39U) racks. Note: One “U” is 1.75 in. (4.45 cm). Table A-9 lists the specifications of the short rack. Table A-9 Short Rack Specifications (with Skins)
Page 184: Sgi Tp900 Storage Module Specifications
A: Technical Specifications SGI TP900 Storage Module Specifications Table A-11 lists the specifications of the SGI TP900 storage module. TP900 Storage Module Specifications Table A-11 Characteristic Specification Height 3.37 in. (85.7 mm) Width 17.6 in. (447 mm) Depth 21.46 in. (545 mm) Input power 100 - 254 VAC (~175 W) Weight:...
Page 185: Non-Proprietary I/O Port Specifications
Non-proprietary I/O Port Specifications Non-proprietary I/O Port Specifications This section provides pin assignment information for the non-proprietary connectors on the following components: • Compute module (base and expansion) • XG2N module • CMPX module • TP900 storage module 007-4701-003...
Page 186: Compute Module
A: Technical Specifications Compute Module Table A-12 lists the non-proprietary connectors that are located on the rear panel of the compute module (see Figure A-1). The third column of the table indicates where you can find the pin assignments for these connectors. Table A-12 Compute Module Connectors Port...
Page 187: Figure A-1 Rear Panel Of Compute Module
Non-proprietary I/O Port Specifications PCI 4 PCI 3 PCI 2 NUMALINK 0 NUMALINK 1 CONSOLE L1 PORT PCI 1 Power L1 port Multi-port serial connector NUMAlink connector NUMAlink connector connector CONSOLE port Ethernet port Rear Panel of Compute Module Figure A-1 Note: The RT interrupt input and RT interrupt output functionality of the IO10 PCI card is not supported under SGI Linux + ProPack.
Page 188: Xg2N Module Connectors
A: Technical Specifications XG2N Module Connectors The XG2N module contains two graphics pipes, each capable of supporting two display devices. The graphics connector and pinouts are shown in Figure A-2 and Table A-13. Figure A-2 DVI-I Connector Pinout The console and L1 connectors on the XG2N module are the same as the compute module.
Page 189 Non-proprietary I/O Port Specifications DVI-I Connector Signals and Pins Table A-13 Function Function T.M.D.S. Data 3- Analog Green Video Out T.M.D.S. Data 3+ Analog Blue Video Out +5V Power Analog Horizontal Sync Ground (for +5V) Analog Common Ground a. Transition Minimized Differential Signaling 007-4701-003...
Page 190: Cmpx Module
A: Technical Specifications CMPX Module Table A-14 lists the non-proprietary connectors that are located on the rear panel of the optional CMPX module (see Figure A-3). The third column of the table indicates where you can find the pin assignments for these connectors. Table A-14 CMPX Module Connectors Port...
Page 191: Sgi Tp900 Storage Module
Non-proprietary I/O Port Specifications SGI TP900 Storage Module Figure A-4 shows the two SCSI port connectors on the rear panel of the TP900 storage module. Note that your system will need an optional SCSI PCI card installed to interface with the TP900 storage option module.
Page 192: Db-9 Serial Connector
A: Technical Specifications DB-9 Serial Connector Figure A-5 shows and Table A-15 lists the DB-9 serial connector pin assignments. This connector is used for the console port of the base compute, XG2N, CPU expansion, CMPX, and router modules, and the console and modem ports of the optional L2 controller.
Page 193: Table A-15 Db-9 Serial Connector Pin Assignments
Non-proprietary I/O Port Specifications Table A-15 DB-9 Serial Connector Pin Assignments DB-9 Connector Pin Pin Assignment Data carrier detect (DCD) (not used) Receive data (RD) Transmit data (TD) Data Terminal Ready (DTR) (not used) Ground Data set ready (DSR) (not used) Request to send (RTS) Clear to send (CTS) Ringing indicator (RI) (not used)
Page 194: Rj-45 Connector
A: Technical Specifications RJ-45 Connector Figure A-6 shows the pin locations for the RJ-45 connector on the IO10 PCI card and the L2 controller. Table A-16 shows the pin assignments for the RJ-45 connector. Pin 4 Pin 5 Pin 3 Pin 6 Pin 2 Pin 7...
Page 195: External Multi-Port Serial Adapter Connector
Non-proprietary I/O Port Specifications External Multi-port Serial Adapter Connector Figure A-7 shows the connector pin locations for the multi-port serial adapter connector located on the IO10 PCI card. Pin Number Locations for 36-pin MDR Connector Figure A-7 Table A-17 lists the pin assignments for the multi-port serial adapter connector. Table A-17 Multi-port Serial Adapter Pinouts Assignment...
Page 196 A: Technical Specifications Multi-port Serial Adapter Pinouts (continued) Table A-17 Assignment Assignment S2 DTR S3 DSR S3 DCD S3 RTS S3 RXD S3 CTS S3 TXD S3 RI S3 DTR 007-4701-003...
Page 197: Usb Type A Connector
Non-proprietary I/O Port Specifications USB Type A Connector Figure A-8 shows the USB type A connector that is used for USB ports 1 through 4 of the optional L2 controller that connects to the compute and/or CMPX modules. Figure A-8 Pin Number Locations for USB Type A Connector Table A-18 lists the pin assignments.
Page 198: Usb Type B Connector
A: Technical Specifications USB Type B Connector Figure A-9 shows the USB type B connector that is used for the USB L1 port of the compute module, XG2N module and the CMPX module. Table A-19 lists the pin assignments. Pin Number Locations for USB Type B Connector Figure A-9 Table A-19 Pin Assignments for USB Type B Connector...
Page 199: Installing Silicon Graphics Prism Modules Into A Rack
The rack locations for your XG2N and other modules will be partially determined by cable lengths and routings. Since the Silicon Graphics Prism is a highly-configurable system, it is not practical to list every possible configuration. For valid configurations not shown in Chapter 3, “Configurations and Cabling”...
Page 200: Programming L1 Rack And Slot Numbers
B: Installing Silicon Graphics Prism Modules Into a Rack Programming L1 Rack and Slot Numbers Each module in a system contains a Level 1 controller (L1). This controller should be programmed with the location of the brick in which it is installed. Programming the L1 with the correct rack and slot numbers allows for easier system maintenance and diagnostics, and is necessary for predictable operation of the system.
Page 201: Using Silicon Graphics Prism Modules With A Rack
Using Silicon Graphics Prism Modules with a Rack Using Silicon Graphics Prism Modules with a Rack This section describes how to install or remove a module in a rack using slide rails. This rackmounting information is found in the following sections: •...
Page 202: Determining Module Space Requirements
B: Installing Silicon Graphics Prism Modules Into a Rack Determining Module Space Requirements Table B-1 specifies the space requirements when rackmounting a module in a 19-inch rack. Table B-1 Rackmounting Space Requirements for Modules Height 3.44 inches (8.74 cm) Width 17.06 inches (43.33 cm)
Page 203: Slide Rail Mounting Hardware
Using Silicon Graphics Prism Modules with a Rack Slide Rail Mounting Hardware Table B-2 lists the hardware that you will use to mount each module in a 19-inch rack. Table B-2 Slide Rail Rackmounting Hardware Hardware Type Qty Usage Slide rail assembly (includes chassis rail) 2 Allows the module to slide in and out of rack.
Page 204: Preparing The Optional Slide Rail Assemblies
B: Installing Silicon Graphics Prism Modules Into a Rack Preparing the Optional Slide Rail Assemblies The slide rail assembly consists of a chassis rail and a slide rail. You need to remove the chassis rail from the slide rail so that you can install a mounting bracket to the slide rail and attach the chassis rail to the module (see “Preparing the Module”...
Page 205 Using Silicon Graphics Prism Modules with a Rack 4. Place one of the mounting brackets on the back of the slide rail as shown in Figure B-2. Adjust the position of the mounting bracket on the slide rail according to the depth of the rack.
Page 206: Figure B-2 Attaching The Rear Mounting Bracket To The Slide Rail
B: Installing Silicon Graphics Prism Modules Into a Rack Rear mounting bracket Bar nut Slide rail Figure B-2 Attaching the Rear Mounting Bracket to the Slide Rail 007-4701-003...
Page 207: Preparing The Module
Using Silicon Graphics Prism Modules with a Rack Preparing the Module To attach the chassis rails to the module, follow these steps: Place the module on a flat, stable surface. 2. Using four 10-24 x 1/4-inch screws, attach one of the chassis rails to the right side of the module chassis.
Page 208: Determining Where To Attach The Slide Rail In The Rack
B: Installing Silicon Graphics Prism Modules Into a Rack Determining Where to Attach the Slide Rail in the Rack The module requires two units (2U) of space within the rack (one unit is equivalent to 1.75 inches [44.5 cm]). To determine where you should install the slide rails in the rack, you must count mounting holes.
Page 209: Attaching The Slide Rail To The Rack
Using Silicon Graphics Prism Modules with a Rack Attaching the Slide Rail to the Rack To attach the slide rail to the rack, follow these steps: Tip: The slide rails must be level in the rack. To ensure that you install the slide rails correctly, carefully count the mounting holes on all of the rack rails (the two front rails and the two rear rails).
Page 210: Figure B-5 Placing The Bar Nuts On The Rack Rails
B: Installing Silicon Graphics Prism Modules Into a Rack Barnut 2U of space Inside edge Figure B-5 Placing the Bar Nuts on the Rack Rails 007-4701-003...
Page 211: Figure B-6 Attaching The Slide Rail To The Rack
Using Silicon Graphics Prism Modules with a Rack 5. Insert the front and rear brackets of one of the slide rails between the rack rails and the bar nuts, as shown in Figure B-6. 6. Tighten the screws on the front- and rear-end of the rails. Do not tighten firmly at this point, because all screws will be firmly tightened once the module is installed in the rack.
Page 212: Installing Clip Nuts In Rack Rails
B: Installing Silicon Graphics Prism Modules Into a Rack Installing Clip Nuts in Rack Rails Clip nuts secure the modules to the rack. To install the clip nuts, slide the clip nuts over the fifth hole of the selected 2U of space on each of the front rails. See Figure B-7 for details.
Page 213: Installing The Module In The Rack
Using Silicon Graphics Prism Modules with a Rack Installing the Module in the Rack To install the module in the rack, follow these steps: Note: Step 2 requires two people. Fully extend the left and right slide rails from the rack until they lock into place.
Page 214: Figure B-8 Pressing The Safety Latches
B: Installing Silicon Graphics Prism Modules Into a Rack Slide rail extended, locked in place Safety latch Safety latch Push latches Figure B-8 Pressing the Safety Latches 007-4701-003...
Page 215: Adjusting The Position Of The Rackmounted Module
Using Silicon Graphics Prism Modules with a Rack 6. Secure the module to the rack by inserting a 10-32 x 1/2-inch Phillips screw in the top hole of each chassis ear (see Figure B-9). 10-32 x 1/2-inch screws Figure B-9...
Page 216: Removing A Rail-Mounted Module From A Rack
B: Installing Silicon Graphics Prism Modules Into a Rack Removing a Rail-Mounted Module from a Rack To remove a module from a rack, follow these steps: Power off the module. 2. Disconnect all of the cables at the rear of the module.
Page 217: Figure B-10 Releasing The Safety Latches
Using Silicon Graphics Prism Modules with a Rack Safety latch Push latches Slide rail extended, locked in place Safety latch Figure B-10 Releasing the Safety Latches 007-4701-003...
Page 218: Figure B-11 Releasing The Slide Latches
B: Installing Silicon Graphics Prism Modules Into a Rack 7. To slide the slide rails back into the rack, push down on the slide latches as shown in Figure B-11. Note: Before you reinstall a module into the rack, fully extend the slide rails from the rack until they lock into place.
Page 219: Installing Rack Systems
Appendix C Installing Rack Systems This Appendix describes how to install a rack that already has your system modules rack-mounted and cabled together. The following information is provided: • “Pre-Installation Activities” on page 198 • “Unloading and Moving System Equipment” on page 202 •...
Page 220: Pre-Installation Activities
C: Installing Rack Systems Pre-Installation Activities Perform the following pre-installation activities: • Perform site verifications (see “Site Plan Verification” on page 198) • Gather appropriate tools to complete the installation (see “Tools Required” on page 198) • Ensure that the correct power receptacle is installed and properly wired (see “Power Receptacle Verification”...
Page 221: Power Receptacle Verification
Pre-Installation Activities Power Receptacle Verification Ensure that a qualified technician installs the correct power receptacles. Your Silicon Graphics Prism system uses one or two single-phase power receptacles. For North American sites, the single-phase receptacle is a 30-amp, 200- to 240-volt receptacle that has two phase sockets and one ground socket.
Page 222: Figure C-1 30-Amp Single-Phase Power Receptacle For North American Sites
C: Installing Rack Systems Pole X Power cord connector Ground pole Pole Y Ground socket Socket Y Socket X Receptacle Figure C-1 30-amp Single-phase Power Receptacle for North American Sites For international sites, follow these steps to ensure that a single-phase power receptacle is properly wired: Set the voltmeter to a high AC voltage range.
Page 223: Figure C-2 32-Amp Single-Phase Power Plug For International Sites
Pre-Installation Activities 7. Measure between the ground socket and an appropriate earth-ground location and ensure that resistance is less than 1 ohm. 8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 for any additional single-phase power receptacles. Caution: If a voltage reading is incorrect, or if the resistance measured in step 7 is more than 1 ohm, contact a site-approved electrician.
Page 224: Unloading And Moving System Equipment
C: Installing Rack Systems Unloading and Moving System Equipment Your Silicon Graphics Prism rack system arrives at the site in cardboard shipping crates. For a short rack system, the documentation carton and the accessories carton are packed with the system. The documentation carton contains the system manuals as well as warranty and licensing information.
Page 225: Figure C-3 Dimensions Of Tall Rack Shipping Crate
Unloading and Moving System Equipment If your site does not have a loading dock, arrange for a forklift to unload the system from the transportation vehicle. Ensure that two or three people are available to help unload the equipment. Move all crates slowly and carefully. Figure C-3 shows the lift openings and dimensions of a tall rack shipping crate.
Page 226: Figure C-4 Dimensions Of Short Rack Shipping Crate
C: Installing Rack Systems Figure C-4 shows the lift openings and dimensions of a short rack shipping crate. This figure also shows where to position the pallet jack. Side view End view 48.75 (1238 mm) 42.75 29.25 (1068 mm) (743 mm) Pallet jack position Figure C-4 Dimensions of Short Rack Shipping Crate...
Page 227: Inspecting The Shipping Crate
Unloading and Moving System Equipment Inspecting the Shipping Crate After the system is unloaded from the truck, follow these steps before you unpack it: Ensure that the crates and cartons arrive unopened. 2. Inspect the shipping crate for signs of external damage such as dents, holes, crushed corners, and water marks.
Page 228: Removing A Short Rack From The Shipping Crate
C: Installing Rack Systems Removing a Short Rack from the Shipping Crate Warning: Be careful when you unpack and move the short rack system. Ensure that the rack remains on a level surface and that the rack weight remains evenly distributed across the four casters.
Page 229: Figure C-5 Removing A Short Rack From The Shipping Crate
Removing a Short Rack from the Shipping Crate Figure C-5 Removing a Short Rack from the Shipping Crate 007-4701-003...
Page 230: Removing A Tall Rack From The Shipping Crate
C: Installing Rack Systems Removing a Tall Rack from the Shipping Crate Warning: In its maximum configuration, a tall rack system weighs approximately 1,366 lb (620 kg). Use caution when you unpack and move this rack. Ensure that the rack remains on a level surface and that the rack weight remains evenly distributed across the four casters.
Page 231 Removing a Tall Rack from the Shipping Crate Warning: Use extreme caution when you roll the tall rack down the ramp. Personal injury and system damage could result if the rack becomes unbalanced or gains too much momentum when it rolls down the ramp. 7.
Page 232: Figure C-6 Removing A Tall Rack From The Shipping Crate
C: Installing Rack Systems Cardboard cover Foam cushion Cardboard sidewalls Pegs Ramp Tip tray Rear mounting Front mounting Bolt bracket bracket Bolt Front mounting bracket Tip tray Figure C-6 Removing a Tall Rack from the Shipping Crate 007-4701-003...
Page 233: Positioning And Leveling A Single-Rack System
Positioning and Leveling a Single-Rack System Positioning and Leveling a Single-Rack System Caution: To avoid ESD damage to the electronic components, be sure to position the rack before you remove the ESD bag that covers the rack assembly. To position and level a single-rack system, follow these steps: Grasp the rear of the rack and roll the rack to its designated location.
Page 234: Figure C-8 Seismic Tie-Down Attachment Points
C: Installing Rack Systems 5. Secure the rack with seismic tie-downs if you are installing the system in an earthquake zone. Note: Tall and short racks have four threaded holes that are located at the bottom of the rack (see Figure C-8). Use these holes to secure the seismic tie-downs. SGI does not supply the seismic tie-downs.
Page 235: Positioning And Leveling Multiple Racks
Positioning and Leveling Multiple Racks Positioning and Leveling Multiple Racks Caution: To avoid ESD damage to the electronic components, be sure to position the racks before you remove the ESD bags that cover the rack assemblies. To position and level multiple racks, follow these steps: Grasp the rear of each rack and roll the rack to its designated location.
Page 236 C: Installing Rack Systems 8. Secure the racks with seismic tie-downs if you are installing the system in an earthquake zone. Note: Tall racks have four threaded holes that are located at the bottom of the rack (see Figure C-8 on page 212).
Page 237: Figure C-10 Joining Locations
Positioning and Leveling Multiple Racks Joining holes of location 4 Location 3 Location 2 Location 1 Strap Washer Screw Figure C-10 Joining Locations 007-4701-003...
Page 239: Regulatory Specifications And Safety Information
Silicon Graphics Prism. Manufacturer’s Regulatory Declarations The Silicon Graphics Prism products conform to several national and international specifications and European Directives listed on the “Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity.” The CE insignia displayed on each device is an indication of conformity to the European requirements.
Page 240: Electromagnetic Emissions
D: Regulatory Specifications and Safety Information Electromagnetic Emissions This section provides the contents of electromagnetic emissions notices for various countries. FCC Notice (USA Only) This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: •...
Page 241: Industry Canada Notice (Canada Only)
Manufacturer’s Regulatory Declarations Industry Canada Notice (Canada Only) This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique német pas de perturbations radioélectriques dépassant les normes applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe A préscrites dans le Règlement sur les interferences radioélectriques établi par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.
Page 242: Shielded Cables
D: Regulatory Specifications and Safety Information Shielded Cables The Silicon Graphics VSL product is FCC compliant under test conditions that include the use of shielded cables between the system and its peripherals. Your system and any peripherals that you purchase from SGI have shielded cables. Shielded cables reduce the possibility of interference with radio, television, and other devices.
Page 243: Laser Compliance Statements
Laser Compliance Statements Laser Compliance Statements The DVD-ROM drive in this computer is a Class 1 laser product. The DVD-ROM drive-classification label is located on the drive. Warning: Invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid exposure to beam. Warning: Attention: Radiation du faisceau laser invisible en cas d’ouverture. Evitter toute exposition aux rayons.
Page 244: Lithium Battery Statement
D: Regulatory Specifications and Safety Information Warning: Advarsel: Laserstråling nar deksel åpnesstirr ikke inn i strålen. Lithium Battery Statement Warning: Only qualified service personnel should replace the soldered lithium battery (or batteries) in the SGI system. Warning: Advarsel!: Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må...
Page 245: Index
Index Numbers connector LINK 17U rack install 206-207 connector pin assignment 39U rack install 208-210 compute module RJ-45 TP900 storage module USB type A AC power input USB type B adding or replacing console port disk drives customer service PCI cards adding or replacing memory analog monitors connector pin assignments...
Page 246 Index configuring Industry Canada Notice (Canada only) install disk drive electromagnetic emissions memory 109-111 electrostatic discharge PCI/PCI-X card 83-86 regulatory notice short rack 206-207 tall rack 208-210 Embedded Support Partner (ESP) internal view of XG2N ESD precautions I/O ports IO10 base I/O card 44, 53 expansion storage...
Page 247 Index memory Power-button LED adding or replacing product support installation 109-111 removal 112-113 monitor positions monitor types (digital and analog) rack MonitorLayout locations Multi-port serial adapter numbers short install 206-207 tall install 208-210 types rack examples NMI button 17U and 39U non-racked chassis rack, short NUMAlink...
Page 248 Index Reset button storage expansion TP900 ring topology 60, 62 TP9100 RJ-45 Supportfolio Online connector pin assignments system rack router module block diagram features front panel components overview port specifications rear panel components tall rack install 208-210 technical specifications tape devices router topology tape drives Team Systems...
Page 249 Index XF86Config file configuring for dual-channel configuring for external framelock configuring for external Genlock configuring for full scene anti-aliasing configuring for overlay planes configuring for stereo configuring monitor types XG2N module description 007-4701-003...

This manual is also suitable for:

Prism

Silicon Graphics Prism Visualization System User Manual

Figures

1 Getting Started with the Silicon Graphics Prism

Figure 1-1 Rear View of XG2N Graphics Module with Firegl X2PRO-256 (Showing First Module Pipe Numbering)

Figure 1-2 Pipe Numbering of Additional XG2N Graphics Modules with Firegl X2PRO-256

2 System Overview and Options

Figure 2-1 Example of Silicon Graphics Prism Rack Systems

Figure 2-13 Shelf Rails

Figure 2-14 Front Views of Short and Tall Racks

Figure 2-15 DM8 Interface Panel and Connectors

Figure 2-12 Optional Slide Rails

Figure 2-16 Keyboard and Mouse Connected Via Optional USB Extender

3 Configurations and Cabling

Table 3-1 Silicon Graphics Prism Power System Configuration Ranges

Table 3-2 Silicon Graphics Prism Team System Configuration Ranges

Table 3-3 Bisection Bandwidth of Ring Topology

Figure 3-2 Three-Module Ring Topology Example

Figure 3-1 Two-Module Ring Topology Example

Table 3-4 Minimum Routed Configuration Cable Chart

Figure 3-4 Minimum Routed Configuration Conceptual Diagram

Figure 3-5 Module Ordering in Minimum Routed Configuration

Figure 3-3 Four-Module Ring Topology Example

Table 3-5 Maximum Routed Configuration Cable Chart

Figure 3-6 Maximum Routed Configuration Conceptual Diagram

Figure 3-7 Module Ordering in Maximum Routed Configuration

4 Installing and Removing Customer-Replaceable Units

Figure 4-1 Opening the System Cover

Figure 4-2 Removing an Optional Chassis Rail

Figure 4-7 PCI and PCI-X Card Slots in the Base Compute Module

Figure 4-12 Removing the XG2N Graphics Card Bracket

Figure 4-20 Power Supplies Location

Figure 4-28 Removing the L1 Controller Display Panel

Figure 4-29 Installing an L1 Controller Display Panel

5 Troubleshooting

Table 5-1 Troubleshooting Chart

Table 5-2 L1 Controller Messages

Table A-6 CMPX Module Specifications

Technical Specifications

Table A-1 Environmental Specifications

Table A-2 Bandwidth Characteristics of the Compute Module

Table A-3 General Features of the Compute Module

Table A-4 Compute Module Physical Specifications

Table A-5 Bandwidth Characteristics of the CMPX Module

Table A-7 Router Port Specifications

Table A-8 Router Technical Specifications

Table A-9 Short Rack Specifications (with Skins)

Table A-10 Tall Rack Specifications

Table A-11 TP900 Storage Module Specifications

Table A-12 Compute Module Connectors

Figure A-1 Rear Panel of Compute Module

Figure A-2 DVI-I Connector Pinout

Table A-13 DVI-I Connector Signals and Pins

Table A-14 CMPX Module Connectors

Figure A-4 Non-Proprietary Connectors on Rear Panel of TP900 Module

Figure A-5 DB-9 Serial Connector Pin Assignments

Table A-15 DB-9 Serial Connector Pin Assignments

Table A-16 Ethernet Connector Pin Assignments

Figure A-6 RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments

Table A-17 Multi-Port Serial Adapter Pinouts

Figure A-7 Pin Number Locations for 36-Pin MDR Connector

Table A-18 Pin Assignments for USB Type a Connector

Figure A-8 Pin Number Locations for USB Type a Connector

Table A-19 Pin Assignments for USB Type B Connector

Figure A-9 Pin Number Locations for USB Type B Connector

Installing Silicon Graphics Prism Modules into a Rack

Table B-1 Rackmounting Space Requirements for Modules

Table B-2 Slide Rail Rackmounting Hardware

Figure B-1 Removing the Chassis Rail from the Slide Rail

Figure B-5 Placing the Bar Nuts on the Rack Rails

Figure B-2 Attaching the Rear Mounting Bracket to the Slide Rail

Figure B-10 Releasing the Safety Latches

Figure B-11 Releasing the Slide Latches

Installing Rack Systems

Table C-1 Installation Tools

Figure C-1 30-Amp Single-Phase Power Receptacle for North American Sites

Figure C-2 32-Amp Single-Phase Power Plug for International Sites

Figure C-10 Joining Locations

Regulatory Specifications and Safety Information

Figure D-3 Korean Class a Regulatory Notice

Figure D-2 Chinese Class a Regulatory Notice