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Sun Microsystems Sun Fire X4100 - User Manual

Sun Microsystems Sun Fire X4100
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Sun Fire
X4100/X4100 M2
and X4200/X4200 M2
Servers Service Manual
Part No. 819-1157-23
August 2009, Revision A

Table of Contents

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Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Features of the Servers

Describes the power and performance features, and RAS features of the servers.

1.2 Replaceable Components Overview

Provides illustrations to identify replaceable components within the servers.

1.3 Accessory Kits

Lists the contents of the accessory kit that is shipped with the servers.

1.4 Additional Options and Replaceable Components

Details supported components and their part numbers, subject to change.

Chapter 2 Powering On and Configuring BIOS Settings

2.1 Powering On the Server

Provides steps to verify power connections and press the recessed power button.

2.2 Powering Off the Server

Explains graceful and emergency shutdown methods for the server.

2.3 Configuring BIOS Settings

Describes how to view and modify BIOS settings using various interfaces.

2.3.2 PCI Card Slot Boot Priority

Explains how the BIOS detects PCI cards for bootup and their order.

2.3.6 BIOS Setup Screen Overview

Summarizes the seven top-level BIOS setup screens and their descriptions.

Chapter 3 Maintaining the Sun Fire Servers

3.1 Tools and Supplies Needed

Lists necessary tools and supplies for server servicing.

3.4 Powering Off the Server

Provides preparatory procedures for powering off the server safely.

3.5 Removing the Main Cover of the Sun Fire X4100;X4100 M2 Server

Describes the procedure to remove the main cover of the X4100/X4100 M2 server.

3.8 Removing the Main Cover of the Sun Fire X4200;X4200 M2 Servers

Describes the procedure to remove the main cover of the X4200/X4200 M2 servers.

3.12 Replaceable Component Procedures

Contains procedures for replacing various server components like batteries, CPUs, and drives.

3.12.1 Replacing the Battery

Provides steps for removing and replacing the server's battery.

3.12.2 Replacing a CPU and Heatsink (Sun Fire X4100 and X4200 Servers)

Details replacing the CPU and heatsink for X4100 and X4200 servers.

3.12.15 Replacing DIMMs

Provides instructions for replacing server DIMMs.

Appendix A System Specifications

A.1 Sun Fire X4100;X4100 M2 Specifications

Lists physical, power, and environmental specifications for X4100/X4100 M2 servers.

A.2 Sun Fire X4200;X4200 M2 Specifications

Lists physical, power, and environmental specifications for X4200/X4200 M2 servers.

Appendix B BIOS POST Codes

B.1 How BIOS POST Memory Testing Works

Explains the process of BIOS POST memory testing and its steps.

B.2 Redirecting Console Output

Provides a procedure to redirect console output for reading POST codes.

B.4 POST Codes

Describes each POST code and its meaning for troubleshooting.

Appendix C Status Indicator LEDs

C.1 External Status Indicator LEDs

Shows locations and describes functions of external status indicator LEDs.

C.2 Internal Status Indicator LEDs

Describes locations and functions of internal LEDs for fan modules, DIMMs, CPUs, and GRASP.

Appendix E Connector Pinouts

E.1 USB Connector

Shows USB connector pins and their corresponding descriptions.

E.2 Serial Connector

Shows RJ-45 Serial connector pins and their corresponding descriptions.

E.4 10;100;1000 BASE-T Connector

Shows RJ45 10/100/1000BASE-T connector pins and their descriptions.

Appendix F Serial Attached SCSI BIOS Configuration Utility

F.1 Fusion-MPT SAS BIOS Overview

Explains the features of the LSI Logic Fusion-MPT SAS BIOS Configuration Utility.

F.3 Configuration Utility Screens

Describes the partitioned areas of the SAS BIOS Configuration Utility screens.

F.3.5 SAS Topology Screens

Presents a view of the adapter's SAS hierarchy and significant properties.

F.3.6 Device Properties Screen

Displays information about a specific device, allowing view and modification of settings.

F.3.11 Integrated RAID Configuration and Management Screens

Covers integrated RAID configuration and management screens.

Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Features of the Servers

Describes the power and performance features, and RAS features of the servers.

1.2 Replaceable Components Overview

Provides illustrations to identify replaceable components within the servers.

1.3 Accessory Kits

Lists the contents of the accessory kit that is shipped with the servers.

1.4 Additional Options and Replaceable Components

Details supported components and their part numbers, subject to change.

Chapter 2 Powering On and Configuring BIOS Settings

2.1 Powering On the Server

Provides steps to verify power connections and press the recessed power button.

2.2 Powering Off the Server

Explains graceful and emergency shutdown methods for the server.

2.3 Configuring BIOS Settings

Describes how to view and modify BIOS settings using various interfaces.

2.3.2 PCI Card Slot Boot Priority

Explains how the BIOS detects PCI cards for bootup and their order.

2.3.6 BIOS Setup Screen Overview

Summarizes the seven top-level BIOS setup screens and their descriptions.

Chapter 3 Maintaining the Sun Fire Servers

3.1 Tools and Supplies Needed

Lists necessary tools and supplies for server servicing.

3.4 Powering Off the Server

Provides preparatory procedures for powering off the server safely.

3.5 Removing the Main Cover of the Sun Fire X4100;X4100 M2 Server

Describes the procedure to remove the main cover of the X4100/X4100 M2 server.

3.8 Removing the Main Cover of the Sun Fire X4200;X4200 M2 Servers

Describes the procedure to remove the main cover of the X4200/X4200 M2 servers.

3.12 Replaceable Component Procedures

Contains procedures for replacing various server components like batteries, CPUs, and drives.

3.12.1 Replacing the Battery

Provides steps for removing and replacing the server's battery.

3.12.2 Replacing a CPU and Heatsink (Sun Fire X4100 and X4200 Servers)

Details replacing the CPU and heatsink for X4100 and X4200 servers.

3.12.15 Replacing DIMMs

Provides instructions for replacing server DIMMs.

Appendix A System Specifications

A.1 Sun Fire X4100;X4100 M2 Specifications

Lists physical, power, and environmental specifications for X4100/X4100 M2 servers.

A.2 Sun Fire X4200;X4200 M2 Specifications

Lists physical, power, and environmental specifications for X4200/X4200 M2 servers.

Appendix B BIOS POST Codes

B.1 How BIOS POST Memory Testing Works

Explains the process of BIOS POST memory testing and its steps.

B.2 Redirecting Console Output

Provides a procedure to redirect console output for reading POST codes.

B.4 POST Codes

Describes each POST code and its meaning for troubleshooting.

Appendix C Status Indicator LEDs

C.1 External Status Indicator LEDs

Shows locations and describes functions of external status indicator LEDs.

C.2 Internal Status Indicator LEDs

Describes locations and functions of internal LEDs for fan modules, DIMMs, CPUs, and GRASP.

Appendix E Connector Pinouts

E.1 USB Connector

Shows USB connector pins and their corresponding descriptions.

E.2 Serial Connector

Shows RJ-45 Serial connector pins and their corresponding descriptions.

E.4 10;100;1000 BASE-T Connector

Shows RJ45 10/100/1000BASE-T connector pins and their descriptions.

Appendix F Serial Attached SCSI BIOS Configuration Utility

F.1 Fusion-MPT SAS BIOS Overview

Explains the features of the LSI Logic Fusion-MPT SAS BIOS Configuration Utility.

F.3 Configuration Utility Screens

Describes the partitioned areas of the SAS BIOS Configuration Utility screens.

F.3.5 SAS Topology Screens

Presents a view of the adapter's SAS hierarchy and significant properties.

F.3.6 Device Properties Screen

Displays information about a specific device, allowing view and modification of settings.

F.3.11 Integrated RAID Configuration and Management Screens

Covers integrated RAID configuration and management screens.

Sun Microsystems Sun Fire X4100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form Factor2U Rackmount
ManufacturerSun Microsystems
ModelSun Fire X4100
ProcessorDual-Core AMD Opteron
Max Processors2
Operating SystemSolaris, Linux, Windows
MemoryUp to 32 GB
Network InterfaceTwo 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet ports
Power SupplyHot-swappable

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