How to remove and replace a SPARC T4-4 Server Front I/O Assembly:ATR:1417383.1:2

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Update Date:	2016-04-19
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Solution 1417383.1 : How to remove and replace a SPARC T4-4 Server Front I/O Assembly:ATR:1417383.1:2

Applies to:

SPARC T4-4 - Version All Versions and later
SPARC SuperCluster T4-4 - Version All Versions and later
SPARC SuperCluster T4-4 Full Rack - Version All Versions and later
SPARC SuperCluster T4-4 Half Rack - Version All Versions and later
Information in this document applies to any platform.

Goal

How to remove and replace a SPARC T4-4 Server Front I/O Assembly

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Solution

DISPATCH INSTRUCTIONS

WHAT SKILLS DOES THE ENGINEER NEED:
Qualified service technicians with SPARC T4-4 experience/training.

Time Estimate: 60 minutes

Task Complexity: 2

FIELD ENGINEER INSTRUCTIONS

PROBLEM OVERVIEW: replace a SPARC T4-4 Server Front I/O Assembly

WHAT STATE SHOULD THE SYSTEM BE IN TO BE READY TO PERFORM THE RESOLUTION ACTIVITY? :
The server must be fully shut down and the power cords disconnected.

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.

WHAT ACTION DOES THE FIELD ENGINEER NEED TO TAKE:

A) Remove the Front I/O Assembly

The front I/O assembly is a cold-service component that can be replaced only by authorized service personnel.

Caution - This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. This discharge can cause server components to fail.

1. Remove the main module from the server.

2. Take the necessary ESD precautions.

3. Locate the front I/O assembly on the main module.

4. Locate the two cables that connect the front I/O assembly to the motherboard.

The following link shows details of cable locations:
http://docs.oracle.com/cd/E23411_01/html/E23412/z40000171411104.html#scrolltoc

5. Disconnect the two cables.

a. Lift up on the connectors that secure the VGA-to-motherboard cable to the front I/O assembly and the motherboard, and remove the VGA-to-motherboard cable from the main module.

b. Lift up on the connectors that secure the FIO-to-motherboard cable to the front I/O assembly and the motherboard, and remove the FIO-to-motherboard cable from the main module.

6. Loosen the captive screw that secures the front I/O assembly to the motherboard.

7. Gently pull the front I/O assembly toward the back of the main module until the ports at the front of the assembly clear the front of the main module, and then remove the front I/O assembly from the main module.

B) Install the Front I/O Assembly

Caution - This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to static discharge. Static discharges can cause the components to fail.

1. Take the necessary ESD precautions.

2. Insert the front I/O assembly into position in the main module.

- Gently slide the front I/O assembly into position with the ports inserted into the port holes in the front of the main module.

- Lower the rear of the front I/O assembly so that the captive screw is aligned with the screw hole on the motherboard.

3. Tighten the captive screw to secure the front I/O assembly to the motherboard.

4. Connect the two cables.

a. Lower into place the connectors that secure the FIO-to-motherboard cable to the front I/O assembly and the motherboard and press down on both connectors to connect the FIO-to-motherboard cable.

b. Lower into place the connectors that secure the VGA-to-motherboard cable to the front I/O assembly and the motherboard and press down on both connectors to connect the VGA-to-motherboard cable.

5. Install the main module back into the server.

OBTAIN CUSTOMER ACCEPTANCE

WHAT ACTION DOES THE CUSTOMER NEED TO TAKE TO RETURN THE SYSTEM TO AN OPERATIONAL STATE:

PARTS NOTE:
refer to: https://support.oracle.com/handbook_partner/Systems/SPARC_T4_4/components.html#I/O

REFERENCE INFORMATION:
SPARC T4-4 Service Manual: http://docs.oracle.com/cd/E23411_01/index.html

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