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SPARC T4-4 Server

Installation Guide

Part No.: E23414-06
May 2014

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  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide Part No.: E23414-06 May 2014...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2011, 2014 , Oracle and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. FUJITSU LIMITED provided technical input and review on portions of this material. This software and related documentation are provided under a license agreement containing restrictions on use and disclosure and are protected by intellectual property laws.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Using This Documentation vii Confirming Server and Site Specifications 1 Server Overview 1 Front Panel Components 3 Rear Panel Components 4 Confirming Specifications 5 Physical Specifications 5 Minimum Clearance for Service Access 6 Electrical Specifications 6 Input Power Information 7 Environmental Requirements 8 Acoustic Noise Emissions 9 Preparing for Installation 11...
  • Page 4 Gigabit-Ethernet Ports QSFP Port VGA Port Connecting Data and Management Cables 40 ▼ Connect the SER MGT Cable 41 ▼ Connect the NET MGT Cable 41 ▼ Connect the Ethernet Network Cables 42 SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...
  • Page 5 ▼ Connect Other Data Cables 42 ▼ Secure Cables Using the CMA 42 Powering On the Server for the First Time 45 ▼ Connect a Terminal or Emulator to the SER MGT Port 46 ▼ Prepare Power Cords 46 ▼ Power On the System for the First Time 47 Oracle Solaris OS Configuration Parameters 49 Assigning a Static IP Address to the SP 50...
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  • Page 7: Using This Documentation

    Using This Documentation This document provides specifications, and describes how to install and configure Oracle’s SPARC T4-4 server. Note – All internal components except hard drives must be installed by qualified service technicians only. “Related Documentation” on page vii ■...
  • Page 8 Provide feedback on this documentation at: http://www.oracle.com/goto/docfeedback Support and Accessibility Description Links Access electronic support http://support.oracle.com through My Oracle Support For hearing impaired: http://www.oracle.com/accessibility/support.html Learn about Oracle’s http://www.oracle.com/us/corporate/accessibility/index.html commitment to accessibility viii SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 9: Confirming Server And Site Specifications

    Confirming Server and Site Specifications These topics provide background information needed to install the SPARC T4-4 server. Step Description Links Review the SPARC T4-4 Server Product Notes for SPARC T4-4 Server Product Notes any late-breaking news. Review the server features, components, LEDs “Front Panel Components”...
  • Page 10 4x external USB ports. Optional 8x 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports. Hard drive storage 8-disk capable backplane. Any mix of hard drives and solid state drives supported Service processor Modular, pluggable on the motherboard. SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 11: Front Panel Components

    Related Information “Confirming Specifications” on page 5 ■ “Shipping Kit” on page 11 ■ “Handling Precautions” on page 13 ■ “Tools Needed for Installation” on page 14 ■ Front Panel Components Front Panel connectors FIGURE: Figure Legend VGA port USB ports SER MGT port Related Information “Cabling Requirements”...

  • Page 12: Rear Panel Components

    Do not connect the power cords until all data cables have been connected. Related Information “Front Panel Components” on page 3 ■ “Cabling Requirements” on page 35 ■ “Install the CMA” on page 32 ■ “Secure Cables Using the CMA” on page 42 ■ SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 13: Confirming Specifications

    Confirming Specifications These topics include server physical, environmental, and electrical specifications. “Physical Specifications” on page 5 ■ “Minimum Clearance for Service Access” on page 6 ■ “Electrical Specifications” on page 6 ■ “Input Power Information” on page 7 ■ “Environmental Requirements” on page 8 ■...

  • Page 14: Minimum Clearance For Service Access

    AC circuits. Use these specifications only as a general planning guide. To determine power values based on expected workloads, use the SPARC T4-4 power calculator located at this online site: http://www.oracle.com/goto/powercalculators/...

  • Page 15: Input Power Information

    “Input Power Information” on page 7 ■ “Environmental Requirements” on page 8 ■ SPARC T4-4 Server Service Manual ■ Input Power Information The maximum operating input current values are based on the formula P / (V *0.90), where P = maximum operating input power and V=input voltage. For example: 620W / (100V * 0.90) = 6.89A.

  • Page 16: Environmental Requirements

    * Except in China markets where regulations may limit installations to a maximum altitude of 2000 m. Related Information “Physical Specifications” on page 5 ■ “Input Power Information” on page 7 ■ SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 17: Acoustic Noise Emissions

    Acoustic Noise Emissions Declared noise emissions for the SPARC T4-4 server is in accordance with ISO 9296 standards. Operating at Operating at Maximum Description Idle Power Sound power level, 7.4 B 8.2 B LwAd (1 B = 10 dB) Sound Pressure Level, 63 dBA 68.2 dBA...
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  • Page 19: Preparing For Installation

    Preparing for Installation These topics provide background information needed to install the SPARC T4-4 server. Step Description Links Confirm that you have received all the items “Shipping Kit” on page 11 you ordered. Familiarize yourself with ESD and safety “Handling Precautions” on page 13 precautions.
  • Page 20 Shipping Kit FIGURE: Figure Legend SPARC T4-4 Server Ethernet cable Rackmount kit Rackmount template Print document kit Cable adaptors Related Information “Server Overview” on page 1 ■ “Rackmount Kit” on page 17 ■ SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 21: Handling Precautions

    Caution – Always load equipment into a rack from the bottom up so that it will not become top-heavy and tip over. Caution – A fully configured SPARC T4-4 server weighs approximately 175 lb. (79 kg). An equipment lift is required to lift and mount this server into a rack enclosure when using the procedures in this document.

  • Page 22: Tools Needed For Installation

    In addition, you must provide a system console device, such as one of the following: ASCII terminal ■ Workstation ■ Terminal server ■ Patch panel connected to a terminal server ■ Related Information “Handling Precautions” on page 13 ■ “ESD Precautions” on page 13 ■ SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 23: Installing The Server

    Installing the Server These topics describe how to install the server into an equipment cabinet equipped with square mounting holes. If you are installing the server into a cabinet equipped with round mounting holes, see “Determine Correct Rackmount Hardware” on page Note –...

  • Page 24: Install Optional Components

    PCI cards, these will be shipped separately. If possible, install these components prior to installing the server in a rack. See the SPARC T4-4 Server Service Manual for specific installation instructions. Note – The list of optional components can be updated without notice. See the product web pages for the most current list of components supported in the server.

  • Page 25: Rackmount Kit

    Minimum clearance depth (to front cabinet door) in front of front rackmount ■ plane: 1 inch (25.4 mm). Minimum clearance depth (to rear cabinet door) behind front rackmount plane: ■ 34.6 inches (88 cm) with cable management assembly (recommended) or 31.5 inches (80 cm) without the cable management assembly.
  • Page 26 Related Information “Tools Needed for Installation” on page 14 ■ “Installing the Rackmount Kit” on page 13 ■ “Rack Compatibility” on page 16 ■ “Determine Correct Rackmount Hardware” on page 19 ■ SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 27: Determine Correct Rackmount Hardware

    “Installing the Shipping Bracket Assembly (Optional)” on page 26 ■ ▼ Determine Correct Rackmount Hardware ● Use the following table to determine the hardware needed for your rack installation. Cabinet Type Fastener Bags Required Square hole SCREW, SEMS, M6 X 16 CAGENUTS, M6 SCREW, FLAT HEAD, M4 X 10 Round hole (10-32) with corner bezel...

  • Page 28: Install The Rackmount Hardware

    Secure the adaptor bracket, with one No. 2 Phillips screw in the center hole. c. Insert a mounting clip in the hole just above the top of the rack rail bracket. SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...
  • Page 29 2. Repeat the following steps for both the left and right rear mounting points: a. Place the adaptor bracket in the marked location. Note – An “up” arrow indicates proper orientation. b. Secure the adaptor bracket top and bottom holes, with two No. 2 Phillips screws.
  • Page 30 Insert the front of the shelf rail into the front adaptor bracket. b. Insert the rear of the shelf rail into the rear adaptor bracket. The shelf rail slides in and out to fit cabinets of different depths. SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...
  • Page 31 c. Secure each shelf rail with two flat-head No. 2 Phillips screws. Installing the Server...

  • Page 32: Install The Server

    2. Lift the server up to the correct height. 3. Slide the server into the rack. Ensure that the bottom edge of the server has cleared the bottom of the rack rails. SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...
  • Page 33 Installing the Server FIGURE: Figure Legend Mechanical lift SPARC T4-4 server Cabinet Shelf rail Ensure server mounted above shelf rail 4. Secure the server to the front panel using four No. 2 Phillips screws. Installing the Server...

  • Page 34: Installing The Shipping Bracket Assembly (Optional)

    The shipping bracket kit provides extra shock and vibration protection. Use this kit when installing the server into a vehicle, or when you are installing the server into an equipment cabinet that will be shipped to another location for final installation. SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 35: Determine Correct Shipping Bracket Fasteners

    Shipping Bracket Kit FIGURE: Figure Legend Rear shipping bracket Front shipping bracket Fasteners Related Information “Tools Needed for Installation” on page 14 ■ “Rack Compatibility” on page 16 ■ “Determine Correct Rackmount Hardware” on page 19 ■ “Mark the Rackmounting Location” on page 19 ■...

  • Page 36: Install The Front Shipping Bracket

    Note – Use the tapped holes in the front shipping bracket to secure these screws for later use. 2. Hold the front shipping bracket in place. 3. Secure the front shipping bracket with two long screws. SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 37: Install The Rear Shipping Bracket

    ▼ Install the Rear Shipping Bracket 1. Remove the bottom two rear rackmount screws on each side (four total). The server is held in place by the four top screws (two on each side). 2. Hold the lower shipping bracket in place 3.

  • Page 38: Remove The Front Shipping Bracket

    This topic includes the following: “CMA Kit” on page 31 ■ “Determine Correct CMA Hardware” on page 31 ■ “Install the CMA” on page 32 ■ SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 39: Cma Kit

    “Secure Cables Using the CMA” on page 42 ■ CMA Kit Cable Management Assembly (CMA) FIGURE: Figure Legend Swivel mounts “L” brackets Fastners ▼ Determine Correct CMA Hardware ● Use the following table to determine the hardware needed for your CMA installation.

  • Page 40: Install The Cma

    Identify the “left” and “right” side brackets. b. Remove the two middle screws from the rackmount adaptor. c. Place the bracket over the center two mounting holes. d. Secure each mounting bracket with two No. 2 Phillips screws. SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...
  • Page 41 2. Slide the left and right swivel clips into the left and right L brackets. 3. Secure the CMA with the two captive screws. Installing the Server...
  • Page 42 SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 43: Connecting The Server Cables

    Connecting the Server Cables This topic describes how to connect cables to the server. Step Description Links Review the cabling requirements. “Cabling Requirements” on page 35 Review the front and rear panel connectors “Front Panel Components” on page 3 and ports. “Rear Panel Components”...
  • Page 44 PC, or workstation. Related Information “Confirming Specifications” on page 5 ■ “Handling Precautions” on page 13 ■ “Rear Panel Cable Connections Reference” on page 24 ■ SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 45: Identifying Ports

    Identifying Ports “USB Ports” on page 37 ■ “SER MGT Ports” on page 38 ■ “NET MGT Port” on page 38 ■ “Gigabit-Ethernet Ports” on page 39 ■ “QSFP Port” on page 39 ■ “VGA Port” on page 40 ■ USB Ports Two Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are located the back panel.

  • Page 46: Ser Mgt Ports

    The NET MGT port is an RJ-45 connector located on the system back panel. This port must be configured prior to use. Signal Description Signal Description Transmit Data + Common Mode Termination Transmit Data – Receive Data – Receive Data + Common Mode Termination SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 47: Gigabit-Ethernet Ports

    Signal Description Signal Description Common Mode Termination Common Mode Termination Gigabit-Ethernet Ports Four RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet connectors (NET0, NET1, NET2, NET3) are located on the system back panel. The Ethernet interfaces operate at 10 Mbit/sec, 100 Mbit/sec, and 1000 Mbit/sec. Signal Description Signal Description Transmit/Receive Data 0 +...

  • Page 48: Vga Port

    “Connect the SER MGT Cable” on page 41 ■ “Connect the NET MGT Cable” on page 41 ■ “Connect the Ethernet Network Cables” on page 42 ■ “Connect Other Data Cables” on page 42 ■ SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 49: Connect The Ser Mgt Cable

    ▼ Connect the SER MGT Cable The service processor serial management port is marked SER MGT. See “Front Panel Components” on page 3 “Rear Panel Components” on page 4 for connector locations. ● Connect a Category 5 cable from the service processor SER MGT port to the terminal device.

  • Page 50: Connect The Ethernet Network Cables

    ▼ Secure Cables Using the CMA Use the CMA to secure cables and ensure proper cable routing. 1. Remove the CMA cover. The CMA cover is secured with two No. 2 Phillips screws. SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...
  • Page 51 2. Place system cables into appropriate slots in the CMA. “Connecting the Server Cables” on page 3. Install the CMA cover. The cover is secured with two No. 2 Phillips screws. Connecting the Server Cables...
  • Page 52 SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 53: Powering On The Server For The First Time

    Powering On the Server for the First Time These topics include instructions for booting the server and for enabling the service processor network management port. Step Description Links Connect a serial terminal device or “Connect a Terminal or Emulator to the SER terminal server to the SER MGT port.

  • Page 54: Connect A Terminal Or Emulator To The Ser Mgt Port

    AC power cable is connected to the power source. ● Go to “Power On the System for the First Time” on page 47 for instructions on connecting the server to AC power. SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 55: Power On The System For The First Time

    ▼ Power On the System for the First Time Complete the following tasks: Confirm that you have completed the installation of the server in its rack. See ■ “Installing the Server” on page Attach the cable management assembly. See “Install the CMA” on page ■...
  • Page 56 You will be prompted to confirm the configuration several times, enabling confirmation and changes. If you are not sure how to respond to a particular value, you can accept the default, and make future changes when the Oracle SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 57: Oracle Solaris Os Configuration Parameters

    Solaris OS is running. See “Oracle Solaris OS Configuration Parameters” on page 49 for a description of the Oracle Solaris OS parameters you must provide during initial configuration. 9. Log in to the server and explore its capabilities. There are many commands you can use to verify the functionality of the server. The following list describes a few of them: showrev –...

  • Page 58: Assigning A Static Ip Address To The Sp

    “Oracle ILOM System Console Overview” on page 51 ■ “Log In to the SP (SER MGT Port)” on page 51 ■ “Assign a Static IP Address to the NET MGT Port” on page 52 ■ SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 59: Oracle Ilom System Console Overview

    Related Information “Oracle ILOM System Console Overview” on page 51 ■ “Oracle Solaris OS Configuration Parameters” on page 49 ■ Oracle ILOM System Console Overview When you power on the server, the boot process begins under the control of the Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager system console.

  • Page 60: Assign A Static Ip Address To The Net Mgt Port

    ▼ Assign a Static IP Address to the NET MGT Port Use this procedure only when: You are unable to use DHCP on your network. ■ You need to modify the NET MGT port settings. ■ SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...
  • Page 61 In this procedure, you connect to the SER MGT port to manually reconfigure the NET MGT port to use a static IP address. Note – For more information on configuring ILOM, refer to the SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide. 1. Set these network parameters according to the specific details of your network configuration.
  • Page 62 -> show /SP/network /SP/network Targets: Properties: commitpending = (Cannot show property) dhcp_server_ip = xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx ipaddress = xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx ipdiscovery = dhcp ipgateway = xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx ipnetmask = 255.255.252.0 macaddress = 00:14:4F:3F:8C:AF pendingipaddress = xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 63: Booting The Oracle Solaris Operating System

    For more information, refer to the Oracle VTS documentation http://www.oracle.com/pls/topic/lookup?ctx=OracleVTS7.0 For more information about configuring the server and using the ILOM service processor, refer to the SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide. Powering On the Server for the First Time...

  • Page 64: Boot The Oracle Solaris Operating System

    For more information about adding optional components, refer to the SPARC T4-4 Server Service Manual. These topics describe the following tasks: “Boot the Oracle Solaris Operating System” on page 56 ■ “Avoid Booting the Oracle Solaris Operating System at Start Up” on page 57 ■...

  • Page 65: Avoid Booting The Oracle Solaris Operating System At Start Up

    hostname console login: ▼ Avoid Booting the Oracle Solaris Operating System at Start Up In hard drive HDD0, the Oracle Solaris OS is preinstalled. ● If you do not want to start the preinstalled OS, set the Open Boot PROM parameter auto-boot? to false.
  • Page 66 5. Reconnect to the system console with the start /HOST/console command. -> start /HOST/console Are you sure you want to start /HOST/console (y/n)? y Serial console started. To stop, type #. The system console displays various messages, followed by the ok prompt. SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

  • Page 67: Index

    Index Symbols #. escape sequence for system console, 58 fasteners CMA, 31 rackmount kit, 19 shipping bracket, 27 acoustic noise emissions, 9 front panel connectors, 3 adapters for serial cables, 41 full disk path example, 56 admin login, setting password for, 51 Gigabit Ethernet port pinouts, 39 baud rate for serial terminal, 46 bits setting for serial terminal, 46...

  • Page 68: Contents

    30 kit contents, 26 rear, installation, 29 shipping bracket fasteners, 27 shipping kit contents, 11 show /SP/network command, 54 show-disks command, 56 slots, ports, and LEDs illustrated, 4 SPARC T4-4 Server Installation Guide • May 2014...

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