How to Replace a SPARC T4-1 Cable Kit:ATR:1416043.1:1

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Update Date:	2016-04-21
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Solution 1416043.1 : How to Replace a SPARC T4-1 Cable Kit:ATR:1416043.1:1

Applies to:

SPARC T4-1 - Version All Versions and later
Information in this document applies to any platform.

Goal

Service the SPARC T4-1 cable kit

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Solution

DISPATCH INSTRUCTIONS

WHAT SKILLS DOES THE ENGINEER NEED: SPARC T4-1 product and field service training

Time Estimate: 60 minutes

TASK COMPLEXITY: 1

FIELD ENGINEER INSTRUCTIONS

PROBLEM OVERVIEW: cable kit replacement

WHAT STATE SHOULD THE SYSTEM BE IN TO BE READY TO PERFORM THE RESOLUTION ACTIVITY? :

DAMAGE ALERT: Perform a visual inspection of the replacement part to make sure that there are no damaged components, connectors, bent pins, damaged packages during shipping, etc. If the part is damaged, don't install it into the system, order a new part. Handle with caution and package carefully the return part to avoid any damages during shipping.

The customer should conduct an orderly software system shutdown (shut the operating system down gracefully, using "init 5"). Then power down system and remove power cords.

WHAT ACTION DOES THE ENGINEER NEED TO TAKE:
*** Follow standard ESD procedures to avoid Electrostatic Discharge

1. Power off server
2. Disconnect all power cables
3. Disconnect any data cables connected to any PCIe/XAUI card if needed
4. Remove the Top Cover
1. Unlatch fan module door:Pull release tabs back to release door
2. Press the top cover release button and slide the top cover to the rear about a 0.5 inch
3. Lift up and remove the cover
5. Replace cables routing them as they were before
6. After replacement reverse the order of fixing as mentioned in above points

OBTAIN CUSTOMER ACCEPTANCE

WHAT ACTION DOES THE CUSTOMER NEED TO TAKE TO RETURN THE SYSTEM TO AN OPERATIONAL STATE:
Boot system and monitor boot sequence for errors. Test functionality of system, check all disks access. Restart software applications per applicable administration guides to resume system operation.

PARTS NOTE: refer to system handbook

SPARC T4-1: https://support.oracle.com/handbook_partner/Systems/SPARC_T4_1/components.html

REFERENCE INFORMATION: SPARC T4-1 Server Service Manual at http://docs.oracle.com/cd/E22985_01/pdf/E22990.pdf

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