How to Remove and Replace an Ultra 5 Workstation NVRAM:ATR:1527001.1:1

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Solution 1527001.1 : How to Remove and Replace an Ultra 5 Workstation NVRAM:ATR:1527001.1:1

Applies to:

Sun Ultra 5 Workstation - Version Not Applicable to Not Applicable [Release N/A]
Information in this document applies to any platform.

Goal

How to Remove and Replace an Ultra 5 Workstation NVRAM

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DISPATCH INSTRUCTIONS WHAT SKILLS DOES THE FIELD ENGINEER/ADMINISTRATOR NEED?:

Ultra 5 Workstation product training recommended, but not required.

TIME ESTIMATE: 45 mins

TASK COMPLEXITY: 1

FIELD ENGINEER/ADMINISTRATOR INSTRUCTIONS:

PROBLEM OVERVIEW: NVRAM Failure

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

A data backup is not a pre-requisite but is a wise precaution.
The customer should conduct an orderly software system shutdown, and power off the server.

WHAT ACTION DOES THE FIELD ENGINEER/ADMINISTRATOR NEED TO TAKE?:

Removing the NVRAM/TOD

1. Power off the system, remove the system cover, and attach an antistatic wrist strap

Caution – Use proper ESD grounding techniques when handling components. Wear
an antistatic wrist strap and use an ESD-protected mat. Store ESD-sensitive
components in antistatic bags before placing them on any surface.

2. Remove the NVRAM/TOD as follows:

a. Remove any PCI cards installed in PCI slots 1 and 3.

b. Locate the NVRAM/TOD and carrier on the motherboard.

c. Grasp the NVRAM/TOD carrier at each end and pull it straight up, gently
wiggling it as necessary.

3. Place the NVRAM/TOD and carrier on an antistatic mat.

Replacing the NVRAM/TOD

1. Replace the NVRAM/TOD as follows:

a. Position the NVRAM/TOD carrier on the motherboard.

b. Carefully insert the NVRAM/TOD carrier into the motherboard socket.

Note – The carrier is keyed so the NVRAM/TOD can be installed only one way.

c. Push the NVRAM/TOD into the carrier until it is properly seated.

2. Replace any PCI card(s) removed from slots 1 and 3.

3. Detach the wrist strap, replace the system cover, and power on the system

OBTAIN CUSTOMER ACCEPTANCE WHAT ACTION DOES THE FIELD ENGINEER/ADMINISTRATOR NEED TO TAKE TO RETURN THE SYSTEM TO AN OPERATIONAL STATE:

Boot system and verify functionality. Restart software applications per applicable administration guides to resume system operation.

PARTS NOTE:

https://support.us.oracle.com/handbook_internal/Systems/U5/components.html#IDPROM

https://support.oracle.com/handbook_private/Systems/U5/components.html#IDPROM

REFERENCE INFORMATION:

Sun Ultra 5 Service Manual (805-7763-12): http://docs.oracle.com/cd/E19127-01/ultra5.ws/index.html

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