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X1 Server User's Guide
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Sun Microsystems, Inc.
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Palo Alto, CA 94303
U.S.A. 650-960-1300
Part No.806-5980-11
Revision A June 2001
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  • Page 1 Netra X1 Server User’s Guide ™ Sun Microsystems, Inc. 901 San Antonio Road Palo Alto, CA 94303 U.S.A. 650-960-1300 Part No.806-5980-11 Revision A June 2001 Send comments about this document to: docfeedback@sun.com...
  • Page 2 Sun, Sun Microsystems, le logo Sun, AnswerBook2, docs.sun.com, UltraSPARC™-IIe, OpenBoot™ PROM, Solaris et Netra sont des marques de fabrique ou des marques déposées, ou marques de service, de Sun Microsystems, Inc. aux Etats-Unis et dans d’autres pays. Toutes les marques SPARC sont utilisées sous licence et sont des marques de fabrique ou des marques déposées de SPARC International, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents of the Ship Kit 3 Preinstalled Software 3 Optional Components 4 Installation Quick Start 5 Installing the Netra X1 Server Into a Rack 7 Choosing Between a Rack and a Cabinet 8 Installing the Server Into a Standard 19-inch Rack 8...
  • Page 4 Using the Power (On/Standby) Switch 36 Part II. Remote and Local Management Managing the Netra X1 Server From the lom> Prompt 41 Introduction to Lights-Out Management 41 Using LOMlite2 Commands 42 Powering On or Resetting the Server From the LOMlite2 Shell 43 Controlling the Server’s Booting Behavior 45...
  • Page 5 Identifying Components 91 Memory Installation and Removal 92 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Installation and Removal 93 Reinstalling a Netra X1 With the Solaris 8 Operating Environment 97 Re-installing the Solaris 8 Operating Environment 98 Creating a Network Install Server 100...
  • Page 6 Physical Specifications 126 Environmental Specifications 126 Acoustic Noise Generated 126 Environmental Compliance Information 127 Operating Power Statistics 127 Calculating Power Consumption 128 Calculating Heat Dissipation 128 Configuring the Driver for LOMlite2 129 Netra X1 Server User’s Guide • June 2001...
  • Page 7 The LOMlite2 Device Driver and Script Files 130 Configuring the LOMlite2 Device Driver 131 dmfe - Davicom Fast Ethernet Driver for Davicom DM9102A 135 dmfe - Davicom Fast Ethernet Driver 136 Contents...
  • Page 8 Netra X1 Server User’s Guide • June 2001...
  • Page 9 The Server’s Back Panel 12 FIGURE 2-5 Serial Port Pins 1 to 8 17 FIGURE 3-1 Netra X1 Server Power (On/Standby) Switch 36 FIGURE 4-1 Sample LOMlite2 Device Event Log (Oldest Event Reported First) 71 FIGURE 6-1 Front-Panel Power and Fault LEDs 82...
  • Page 10 Installing a Hard Disk Drive 95 FIGURE 8-9 Attaching the Power and Data Cables 95 FIGURE 8-10 Netra X1 Server User’s Guide • June 2001...
  • Page 11 Example PalmOS Terminal Emulator Macros 27 TABLE 3-7 Boot Modes 46 TABLE 5-1 LOM Commands 61 TABLE 5-2 Patches Included in the Netra X1 Server Software Updates 99 TABLE 9-1 SunVTS Tests 110 TABLE 10-1 DIMM Physical Memory Address 115 TABLE 10-2...
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  • Page 13: How This Book Is Organized

    Preface The Netra X1 Server User’s Guide describes how to install, manage, and maintain the Netra™ X1 server. The manual is intended for system administrators who have experience in setting up networked Solaris servers. How This Book Is Organized Part I Installation and Configuration Chapter 1 introduces the Netra X1 server, gives an overview of its specifications, lists the optional components available and includes an installation quick start guide.
  • Page 14 Chapter 8 describes how to swap system configuration cards and how to open the Netra X1 server to add memory or a hard disk drive. Chapter 9 describes how to reinstall the Solaris operating environment. Chapter 10 describes the diagnostic tools that are available, and provides troubleshooting and frequently asked questions sections.

  • Page 15: Typographic Conventions

    Typographic Conventions Typeface Meaning Examples The names of commands, files, Edit your .login file. AaBbCc123 and directories; on-screen Use ls -a to list all files. computer output % You have mail. What you type, when AaBbCc123 contrasted with on-screen Password: computer output AaBbCc123 Book titles, new words or...

  • Page 16: Sun Welcomes Your Comments

    Please include the part number (in this case, 806-5980-11) of your document in the subject line of your email. Safety Precautions For your protection, observe the following safety precautions when setting up your equipment: Netra X1 Server User’s Guide • June 2001...
  • Page 17 Sun product near a radiator or heat register. Failure to follow these guidelines can cause overheating and affect the reliability of your Sun product. Caution – If your Netra X1 server is installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may exceed the room ambient temperature.
  • Page 18 Caution – All supply connections, wiring, wire protection, and wire routing must be made in accordance with applicable sections and requirements of national electrical code and local electrical authorities. xviii Netra X1 Server User’s Guide • June 2001...

  • Page 19: Part I. Installation And Configuration

    Installation and Configuration P A R T...

  • Page 21: Introducing The Netra X1 Server

    It also gives you an overview of the installation process and where to look for further details. The chapter contains the following sections: “Overview of the Netra X1 Server” on page 2 “Contents of the Ship Kit” on page 3 “Preinstalled Software” on page 3 “Optional Components”...

  • Page 22: Overview Of The Netra X1 Server

    Overview of the Netra X1 Server The Netra X1 server is a single-processor server in a 1U chassis, designed to maximize the density of high-performance Solaris servers in a rack. The Netra X1 Server FIGURE 1-1 The server is ideal for:...

  • Page 23: Contents Of The Ship Kit

    806-6137-xx Preinstalled Software The Netra X1 server is preinstalled with the Solaris 8 operating environment (64 bit), including LOMlite2. The server will only support a 64 bit kernel, but applications written for a 32 bit environment can also be used (as long as they do not depend upon a 32 bit driver).

  • Page 24: Optional Components

    20 Gbyte, 5400 rpm hard disk drive X7095A 500MHz only 40 GByte, 7200 rpm hard disk drive X7096A * Sun part nos: 380-0425-xx, 380-0426-xx, 380-0427-xx ** Sun part nos: 380-0460-xx, 380-0461-xx, 380-0462-xx, 380-0463-xx Netra X1 Server User’s Guide • June 2001...

  • Page 25: Installation Quick Start

    Installation Quick Start Task See in the Netra X1 Server User’s Guide Install the Hardware Mount in the rack. “Installing the Server Into a Standard 19-inch Rack” on page 8 Connect the cables. “Connecting the Cables” on page 11 Set up a console connection.
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  • Page 27: Installing The Netra X1 Server Into A Rack

    Installing the Netra X1 Server Into a Rack This chapter explains how to install the Netra X1 server into a standard 19-inch rack and describes the various mounting options available. It also guides you through connecting the cables to the server. This information is given in the following sections: “Choosing Between a Rack and a Cabinet”...

  • Page 28: Choosing Between A Rack And A Cabinet

    Choosing Between a Rack and a Cabinet A Netra X1 server can be installed in either a rack or a cabinet. Factors that might influence your decision include: Security If other people have access to the room in which your servers are located, you can increase security by locking the servers in a cabinet.

  • Page 29: Using Alternative Bracket Arrangements

    ) or to the rear of the server (see ). This has the FIGURE 2-2 FIGURE 2-3 effect of making the server sit further forward, or further back, in relation to the rack mounting posts. Chapter 2 Installing the Netra X1 Server Into a Rack...
  • Page 30 FIGURE 2-2 Rear Facing Rackmounting Brackets FIGURE 2-3 To Use Alternative Bracket Arrangements 1. Choose the configuration that best suits your installation. 2. Reposition the rackmounting brackets on the side of the server. Netra X1 Server User’s Guide • June 2001...

  • Page 31: Connecting The Cables

    The following section describes the positions of the ports and sockets for the corresponding cables, and the correct procedure for connecting the cables. The server’s ports are arranged and numbered as in FIGURE 2-5 Chapter 2 Installing the Netra X1 Server Into a Rack...
  • Page 32 If you want to use the server’s Lights Out Management (LOM) facilities, use the port labeled Serial A/LOM to make your serial connection to the server. Note – The Netra X1 server is supplied with shielded serial cables. Use only these cables when making serial connections to the server.
  • Page 33 Caution – Your AC-powered Sun product is packaged with a grounding type (three-wire) power cord. To reduce the risk of electric shock, always connect the cord to a grounded outlet. Chapter 2 Installing the Netra X1 Server Into a Rack...
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  • Page 35: Communicating With The Server

    C H A P T E R Communicating With the Server This chapter provides information on setting up a console connection to a Netra X1 using a variety of devices. The information is contained in the following sections: “Setting Up a Console Connection to the Server” on page 16 “Connecting to the Server Using a Sun Workstation or ASCII Terminal”...

  • Page 36: Setting Up A Console Connection To The Server

    Sun workstation connected via a terminal server Modem Handheld device Which Is the Appropriate Serial Port? There are two serial ports on the rear of the Netra X1 server. lists the serial TABLE 3-1 port labels and function. Netra X1 Server Serial Ports...

  • Page 37: Serial Connection Settings

    A LOM B Serial Serial Port Pins 1 to 8 FIGURE 3-1 Serial Connection Settings The settings you need to use for a serial connection are listed in . If you TABLE 3-2 need to perform binary data transfers (that is, transfers of anything more than simple ASCII character streams), use the B Serial port, as communication on the Serial A LOM port is subject to interruption by the Lights Out Management (LOM) device (see “Introduction to Lights-Out Management”...

  • Page 38: Serial Adapters

    Pin 4 (Signal Ground) Pin 7 (Signal Ground) Pin 5 (Signal Ground) Pin 7 (Signal Ground) Pin 6 (RXD) Pin 2 (TXD) Pin 7 (DSR) Pin 20 (DTR) Pin 8 (CTS) Pin 4 (RTS) Netra X1 Server User’s Guide • June 2001...

  • Page 39: Connecting To The Server Using A Sun Workstation Or Ascii Terminal

    To Use the DB-25 Adapter 1. Insert one end of the standard RJ-45 patch cable supplied with the Netra X1 server into one of the server’s serial ports. 2. Insert the other end of the RJ-45 patch cable into the supplied DB-25 adapter.

  • Page 40: To Connect To The Server Using A Sun Workstation

    To Connect to the Server Using an ASCII Terminal 1. Set up a connection between the terminal and the Netra X1 server. See “To Use the DB-25 Adapter” on page 19. 2. For the General terminal settings, refer to the terminal operating manual.

  • Page 41: Connecting To The Server Using A Terminal Server

    Netra X1 server match those of the terminal server you plan to use. Connecting to a Cisco L2511 Terminal Server The serial ports on the Netra X1 server are DTE ports. If you connect these to other DTE ports, then the cabling between them must perform a crossover.

  • Page 42: Connecting To Other Terminal Servers

    For terminals from other manufacturers, check the documentation to see if the pinouts of the serial ports on the Netra X1 server match those of the serial ports on your terminal server. If they do not, you need to make a crossover (null-modem) cable that takes each pin on the Netra X1 server’s serial port to the corresponding...

  • Page 43: Connecting To The Server Using A System Running Microsoft Windows

    Connecting to the Server Using a System Running Microsoft Windows If you want to configure and operate a Netra X1 server from a PC or laptop running Microsoft Windows, you can do so using the Windows Hyperterminal. Note – The following procedure relates to Windows 98: other variants of Microsoft Windows may differ slightly.

  • Page 44: Connecting To The Server Using A Handheld Device

    Connecting to the Server Using a Handheld Device The Netra X1 server can be configured from a handheld device that uses PalmOS 2.0 or later, as long as you have VT100 terminal emulation software installed on the device and the correct hardware with which to connect to the server.
  • Page 45 To Set Up the Hardware Note – To connect a handheld device to a Netra X1 server you need a male DB-9 adapter which performs the same crossovers as those listed in TABLE 3-5 1. Connect the RJ-45 cable supplied with the server to the server’s A LOM port.

  • Page 46: Using The Arrow Keys

    Using the Arrow Keys The arrow keys available on the PalmOS device will not work with a Netra X1 server. To work around this problem, specify while you configure Solaris that you are using an Xterm device.

  • Page 47: Table 3-7 Example Palmos Terminal Emulator Macros

    The following keystrokes help you navigate the menus. Keystroke Action Ctrl-F or Tab Go forward to the next option (down). Ctrl-B Go back to the previous option (up). Space Select option (X). Esc-n Go to the next or previous screen, where n is indicated at the bottom of the screen.
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  • Page 49: Powering On And Configuring The Netra X1 Server

    C H A P T E R Powering On and Configuring the Netra X1 Server This chapter explains how to use the Power (On/Standby) switch, configure the server, and power it on. The chapter contains the following sections: “Powering On and Configuring the Server” on page 30...

  • Page 50: Powering On And Configuring The Server

    Powering On and Configuring the Server The Netra X1 server comes pre-installed with the Solaris 8 operating environment. When you power on the server for the first time, you will automatically be taken through a configuration procedure during which you will be asked a number of questions.
  • Page 51 4. Specify a language. 5. Specify your locale. 6. Specify the type of terminal you are using to communicate with the Netra X1 server. 7. Specify whether you need IPv6 enabled, and then follow the instructions on the screen.
  • Page 52 4. Specify a language. 5. Specify your locale. 6. Specify the type of terminal you are using to communicate with the Netra X1 server. 7. Specify whether the IP address is to be configured manually or by DHCP.
  • Page 53 Chapter 5. 4. Specify a language. 5. Specify your locale. 6. Specify the type of terminal you are using to communicate with the Netra X1 server. 7. When prompted to indicate whether you want the server to be networked, specify...
  • Page 54 1. Boot the server into the Solaris environment by typing: ok boot 2. At the Solaris prompt, type: # sys-unconfig 3. When prompted to confirm that you want to create a ‘blank’ server, type y. Netra X1 Server User’s Guide • June 2001...
  • Page 55 “To Power On With the Server’s Details Registered at a Name Server” on page 30 “To Power On Without the Server’s Details Registered at a Name Server” on page 31. “To Power On a Standalone Server for the First Time” on page 33 Chapter 4 Powering On and Configuring the Netra X1 Server...

  • Page 56: Using The Power (On/Standby) Switch

    Using the Power (On/Standby) Switch Caution – The power switch on the back panel of the Netra X1 server is not an On/ Off switch, it is an On/Standby switch. It does not isolate the equipment. The power (On/Standby) switch on the Netra X1 server is a rocker type, momentary action switch.
  • Page 57 Commands from the lom> prompt. The rocker switch. To completely remove power from the server: Disconnect the power cable from the server. Chapter 4 Powering On and Configuring the Netra X1 Server...
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