Oracle X8-2L

Contents
Back Panel Connector Locations .............................................................. 41
Configuring Serial Port Sharing ............................................................... 42
Server Operating System Names for the NVMe Storage Drives ...................... 44
Ethernet Device Naming ......................................................................... 45
MAC Address Mapping to Ethernet Ports .................................................. 45
Back Panel Pinhole Switches ................................................................... 46
Getting Help ................................................................................................. 47
Contacting Support ................................................................................ 47
Locating the Chassis Serial Number ......................................................... 48
Auto Service Requests ................................................................................... 48
Preparing for Service ........................................................................................ 51
Safety Precautions ......................................................................................... 51
Safety Symbols ............................................................................................. 52
Electrostatic Discharge Safety .......................................................................... 52
FRU Key Identity Properties (KIP) Automated Update ......................................... 53
Required Tools .............................................................................................. 54
Preparing the Server for Component Replacement ............................................... 54
Powering Down the Server ..................................................................... 55
▼ Disconnect Cables From the Server ..................................................... 61
▼ Extend the Server to the Maintenance Position ...................................... 62
▼ Remove the Server From the Rack ...................................................... 64
▼ Take Antistatic Measures ................................................................... 65
▼ Remove the Server Top Cover ............................................................ 65
Servicing Storage Drives (CRU) ........................................................................ 69
Storage Drives Hot-Plug Conditions ................................................................. 69
Storage Drive Failure and RAID ...................................................................... 70
Storage Drive Locations and Numbering ........................................................... 70
Removing and Replacing a Storage Drive .......................................................... 71
▼ Remove a Storage Drive .................................................................... 72
▼ Install a Storage Drive ...................................................................... 74
Removing and Replacing an NVMe Storage Drive Using Oracle Solaris .................. 76
▼ Unmount an NVMe Storage Drive ...................................................... 76
▼ Remove an NVMe Storage Drive ........................................................ 77
▼ Verify Removal of an NVMe Storage Drive .......................................... 77
▼ Install an NVMe Storage Drive .......................................................... 77
6 Oracle Server X8-2L Service Manual • January 2021