Oracle X7-2 Service Manual

Install the Battery
a.
Install the server top cover.
See “Install the Server Top Cover” on page 210.
b.
Return the server to the normal rack position.
See “Return the Server to the Normal Rack Position” on page 212.
c.
Reconnect the power cords to the server power supplies and reconnect the
data cables.
See “Reconnect Data Cables and Power Cords” on page 214.
d.
Power on the server.
See “Power On the Server” on page 214.
Verify that the System OK status indicator is steady on.
Note - If the service processor is configured to synchronize with a network time server using
the Network Time Protocol (NTP), the Oracle ILOM clock will be reset as soon as the server is
powered on and connected to the network; otherwise, proceed to the next step.
4.
If the service processor is not configured to use NTP, do one of the following:
■
Reset the Oracle ILOM clock using the Oracle ILOM CLI or the web interface.
Refer to the Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM) 4.0 Documentation Library at
http://www.oracle.com/goto/ilom/docs.
■
Use the BIOS Setup Utility to reprogram the host clock.
Refer to the Oracle X7 Series Servers Administration Guide at http://www.oracle.com/
goto/x86admindiag/docs.
Servicing the Battery (CRU) 135

Oracle X7-2 Specifications

General

Processor	Intel Xeon Scalable processors
Number of Processors	1 or 2
Memory	Up to 1.5 TB DDR4
Memory Slots	24 DIMM slots
Form Factor	2U Rackmount
Storage Bays	8 x 2.5-inch
CPU Socket	Socket P (LGA 3647)
Power Supply	Redundant hot-swappable power supplies

Summary

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Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Troubleshooting Server Component Hardware Faults

Maintenance procedures for troubleshooting and repairing server hardware issues.

Troubleshooting System Cooling Issues

Procedures to address server overheating and component damage.

Troubleshooting Power Issues

Steps to resolve server power-on problems.

Troubleshooting With Diagnostic Tools

Utilizing diagnostic tools to isolate component problems and system status.

Preparing for Service

Safety Precautions

Essential safety measures for equipment setup and component handling.

Electrostatic Discharge Safety

Guidelines for handling ESD-sensitive components to prevent damage.

Required Tools

List of tools needed for server servicing and component replacement.

Preparing the Server for Component Replacement

Prerequisite procedures before removing or installing server components.

Servicing Storage Drives (CRU)

Storage Drives Hot-Plug Conditions

Conditions that affect the ability to hot-plug storage drives.

Removing and Replacing a Storage Drive

Step-by-step instructions for removing and replacing HDD or SSD drives.

Removing and Replacing an NVMe Storage Drive Using Oracle Linux

Procedures for servicing NVMe drives in Oracle Linux environments.

Removing and Replacing an NVMe Storage Drive Using Microsoft Windows Server

Procedures for servicing NVMe drives in Microsoft Windows Server.

Servicing the DIMMs (CRU)

DIMM and Processor Physical Layout

Visual guide to DIMM and processor placement on the motherboard.

DIMM Population Rules

Rules for adding DIMMs to optimize system performance and compatibility.

Populating DIMMs for Optimal System Performance

Guidelines for symmetrical memory population for balanced performance.

Identify and Remove a Faulty DIMM

Steps to identify and remove a failed DDR4 DIMM using the Fault Remind button.

Setting Up BIOS Configuration Parameters

Manage the BIOS Configuration

Overview of managing BIOS configuration using Setup Utility and Oracle ILOM.

Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility

How to access and navigate the BIOS Setup Utility screens.

Using UEFI BIOS

Overview of UEFI BIOS features and configuration utilities.

Common BIOS Setup Utility Tasks

Common tasks performed in the BIOS setup for managing the server.

BIOS Setup Utility Menu Options

BIOS Main Menu Selections

Details on options available in the BIOS Main Menu.

BIOS Advanced Menu Selections

Details on options available in the BIOS Advanced Menu.

BIOS IO Menu Selections

Details on options available in the BIOS IO Menu.

BIOS Boot Menu Selections

Details on options available in the BIOS Boot Menu.

Monitoring Components and Identifying SNMP Messages

Monitoring Component Health and Faults Using Oracle ILOM

Using Oracle ILOM to view component health and detect system faults.

Monitoring System Components

Identification of system components and naming conventions.

Environmental Events

List of SNMP traps generated for environmental conditions.

Hard Disk Drive Events

List of SNMP traps related to hard disk drive events.