Ultra Enterprise 450 Product Notes
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3. aSCSI mode for each controller instance to which a SMP is attached Refer to the pci 4 glm 7D and isp 7D man pages for details Note An alternative workaround method involving a global SCSI option change through etc system would result in loss of UltraSCSI mode on internal system disk backplanes This issue does not exist with SPARCstorage MultiPack 2 systems which are UltraSCSI capable Upper Blower Assembly The upper blower assembly part number 540 3023 is present in certain Ultra Enterprise 450 configurations only Most configurations do not include this part however the procedures contained in the Ultra Enterprise 450 Server Owner s Guide and ShowMe How Multimedia application assume that this part is present For any procedure that involves removal of the main logic board the instructions say to disconnect the upper blower assembly from the main logic board before removing the board If your system does not include an upper blower assembly you can safely ignore this step Ultra Enterprise 450 Product Notes 3 SCSI Drive Data Cable The Ultra Enterprise 450 Server Owner s Guide and ShowMe How Multimedia application incorrectly show how to install the SCSI drive data cable in the removable media assembly Procedures documented in both show that the connectors at each end of the cable should be connected to the SCSI devices and the two connectors in the middle of the cable should attach to the removable media bac
4. ages 72 and 73 of the Ultra Enterprise 450 Server Owner s Guide concerning main logic board jumpers m The clock mode select jumper J2701 is no longer used on Ultra Enterprise 450 servers No shunt should be installed on jumper J2701 The main logic board is hardwired to provide the correct clock mode for UltraSPARC II CPU modules m On page 73 the table describing the settings for the three flash PROM jumpers is incorrect The corrected table appears below Default Shunt on Shunt on Shunt Jumper Pins 1 2 Selects Pins 2 3 Selects on Pins Signal Controlled J3102 Flash PROM Not To Be Used 1 2 FLASH PROM SEL J3103 Write Protect Write Enable 2 3 FLASH PROM PROG ENABLE J5501 High Half Booting Normal Booting 2 3 XOR LOGIC SET 2 Ultra Enterprise 450 Product Notes June 1998 SPARCstorage MultiPack Units A compatibility issue exists between the Ultra Enterprise 450 server s embedded or expansion PCI SCSI host bus adapters HBAs and the use of newer SPARCstorage MultiPack SMP units that may contain UltraSCSI Fast 20 capable drives The HBAs available on Ultra Enterprise 450 servers default to use UltraSCSI operation when UltraSCSI devices are present However SPARCstorage MultiPack units both 6 and 12 drive versions do not support UltraSCSI operation Attempting to use such a configuration can lead to reduced SCSI bus performance and potential system panic Workaround Prior to using this configuration disable the Ultr
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6. ions you need a second power supply m Any system configuration that reguires redundant power m Any system configuration with more than four internal disk drives m Any system configuration with more than three CPU modules If there is any doubt about whether the system reguires a second power supply you are strongly urged to calculate the system s total power reguirements see the Ultra Enterprise 450 Server Owner s Guide or to simply install a second power supply before adding additional internal components System Software Reguirements The Ultra Enterprise 450 server requires Solaris 2 5 1 Hardware 4 97 or a subsequent compatible Solaris release To verify that the proper version of the operating system is installed on your Ultra Enterprise 450 server examine the file etc release The file should contain the text Solaris 2 5 1 Hardware 4 97 or identify a subsequent compatible Solaris release Power Interlock The Ultra Enterprise 450 server features a power interlock safety mechanism Removing either of the system side panels activates the system power interlock switches This safety mechanism prevents DC voltages from reaching any internal component when either side panel is removed and the AC power switch is left on Do not remove either side panel while the system is running Doing so will cause the system to power off abruptly Main Logic Board Jumpers The following supersedes the information presented on p
7. is shown below Ultra Enterprise 450 Product Notes 5 Removing the NVRAM Module Caution Before removing or installing an NVRAM module on the main logic board be sure to disconnect the board from its power connector Failure to do so could corrupt the information stored in the NVRAM module and adversely affect operation of the system To disconnect the main logic board from its power connector loosen the captive screws that secure the board to the system rear panel and pull the handles at the rear of the board until the board is fully disengaged from its power connector Rackmounting the Ultra Enterprise 450 Server An optional rackmounting kit is available for installing an Ultra Enterprise 450 server into a EIA standard 19 inch rack For additional details contact your Sun authorized sales representative Rackmount placement information for the Ultra Enterprise 450 server is available through the Web at http docs sun com Click on Storage amp Peripherals in the Hardware section and open the Rackmount Placement Matrix Note Before installing the Ultra Enterprise 450 server in a Sun Enterprise Expansion Cabinet be sure to remove the kick plate at the bottom rear of the cabinet Removing the kick plate allows two Ultra Enterprise 450 servers to fit inside the cabinet For additional details see the documentation supplied
8. kplane These procedures are incorrect The correct way to install the cable is with the two free ends of the cable connected to the removable media backplane as shown below To SCSI connector of upper SCSI device To SCSI connector of lower SCSI device 4 Ultra Enterprise 450 Product Notes June 1998 Please refer to this illustration when performing the following procedures in the Ultra Enterprise 450 Server Owner s Guide and the corresponding procedures in the ShowMe How Multimedia application How to Remove the Removable Media Backplane page 157 How to Install the Removable Media Backplane page 161 How to Remove a CD ROM Drive or Tape Drive page 188 How to Install a CD ROM Drive or Tape Drive page 192 How to Remove the SCSI Drive Data Cable page 267 How to Install the SCSI Drive Data Cable page 270 Note There is no adverse effect on system operation or performance if the cable is installed according to the original instructions in the Ultra Enterprise 450 Server Owner s Guide and ShowMe How Multimedia application However the cable is easier to install and less prone to damage during installation if you install it as shown in these Product Notes Attaching an Alphanumeric Terminal The illustration on page 21 of the Ultra Enterprise 450 Server Owner s Guide incorrectly identifies the location of the serial port connector on the server s back panel The correct location
9. st power on off state in response to a power outage or removal of the AC power cord This feature allows the power supply to resume operation automatically once power is restored It also enables hot swapping of power supplies Under some circumstances this feature can be misdiagnosed as a power supply failure If you remove a power supply from a system that is powered off and attempt a hot plug installation into a system that is powered on the power supply will remain in the Off state This should not be interpreted as a power supply failure To activate the power supply simply turn the front panel keyswitch from the Power On position to the Diagnostics position and then back to the Power On position Alternatively you may press the Power On key on a Sun Type 5 keyboard attached to the system Ultra Enterprise 450 Product Notes June 1998
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11. with the Sun Enterprise Expansion Cabinet 6 Ultra Enterprise 450 Product Notes June 1998 Connecting Rackmounted Peripherals When connecting a deskside Ultra Enterprise 450 server to any rackmounted peripheral be sure to connect an appropriate grounding strap between the server and the rack enclosure This strap prevents ground loops between the two systems and guards against possible data loss A grounding strap is typically provided with the rack enclosure Attach one end of the strap to the designated ground point on your rack enclosure according to the instructions provided with the enclosure Attach the other end to the ground screw on the Ultra Enterprise 450 server as shown below Be sure to tighten the ground screw completely to ensure a good connection Ground screw Caution The ground screw on the Ultra Enterprise 450 server is a critical component for providing protection against electrical hazard in the event of a system power fault Failure to replace and completely tighten the ground screw could result in a hazardous condition Ultra Enterprise 450 Product Notes 7 8 Power Supply Memory Latch Function The Ultra Enterprise 450 power supply has a memory latch function that allows the power supply to remember its la
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