Oracle Server X6-2M
 
Netra Modular System
 

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Reason: FRU CAP

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Goal

How to Remove and Replace the Front Indicator Module in an Oracle Server X6-2M in the Netra Modular System

Solution

CAP PROBLEM OVERVIEW: Front Indicator Module Replacement

DISPATCH INSTRUCTIONS

WHAT SKILLS DOES THE ENGINEER NEED:
Oracle Server X5-2/X6-2 Training.
Netra Modular System Training

TIME ESTIMATE: 30 minutes

TASK COMPLEXITY: 2

FIELD ENGINEER INSTRUCTIONS

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

Oracle Server X6-2M Differences

The Oracle Server X6-2M is a customized modular version of the Oracle Server X6-2.
These are the Oracle Server X6-2M differences for the Netra Modular System:

- Thumb-pull levers for removing a node from the system replace the green hot-swap levers.
- After you push the Power button, the green Power/OK LED begins flashing to indicate hot-swap is initiated. See Oracle Server X6-2M LEDs.
- FBA provides plug-and-play capability, eliminating the cabling process. This feature is the most significant physical difference between the servers.
- Serial console is not available because the serial port is used by the modular system to detect the node's presence. Access to the SP is through the network (NET_MGT) port through a switch in the FMM.
- The node power supply is not a CRU-serviceable item.
- The BIOS is customized.
- Some Oracle ILOM functions are either not available or have restrictions.
- A factory configuration containing an Oracle Quad 10Gb Ethernet Adapter is available.
- The DVD drive is not available.

Note - Because the nodes are identical in their serviceable components (DIMMs, hard drives, batteries, and fans) to the Oracle Server X6-2, the procedures for servicing these Oracle Server X6-2M components are mostly the same. The key difference is that some FRUs can be accessed only by removing the FBA. In the Oracle Server X6-2 Service Manual a distinction is made about CRUs that can be serviced without turning off power. This distinction does not apply to nodes used in the modular system. Any service on a node requires that the node be completely powered off and removed from the system to a clean, antistatic workbench.

The Oracle ILOM on a node in the modular system supports all the standard Oracle ILOM interfaces that are described in the Oracle ILOM documentation.

If the system is still up and functioning, the customer should perform an orderly and graceful shutdown of applications and OS. Then power off the server and remove the node from the system.
A data backup is not a prerequisite but is a wise precaution.

WHAT ACTION DOES THE ENGINEER NEED TO TAKE:

1. Prepare the server for service.

a. Stop all applications that are running or scheduled to run within the service period.
b. If the node is not responding, remove it from the modular system without powering it down.
c. If the node is responding, gracefully power down the node by pressing and quickly releasing the Power button on the front panel.
d. The green OK LED begins to flash, indicating that the node power-down sequence has completed.
e. When the node has powered off, removed it from the system to a clean, antistatic workbench.
f. Attach an anti-static wrist strap.

2. Remove the top cover from the storage drive cage.

a. Remove six Phillips screws from the top of the drive cage — three on each side.
b. Open the server's fan door by sliding the fan door latches forward and swinging the door up.
c. Slide the storage drive cover forward (toward the front of the server) and lift it up.

3. Remove the Front Indicator Module (FIM).

a. Loosen the screw that secures the FIM assembly to the server chassis.
b. Carefully slide the FIM assembly toward the rear enough to lift it over the Phillips screw and lift the FIM assembly out of the server
c. Disconnect the FIM cable from the FIM assembly and set the assembly aside.

4. Install the Replacement Front Indicator Module.

a. Unpack the replacement FIM and place it on an antistatic mat.
b. Connect the FIM cable to the replacement FIM assembly.
c. Carefully lower the FIM assembly into the chassis, position it over the Phillips screw in the server's chassis, and slide it forward so that all the LEDs, USB connectors and Power On button fit into place on the server's front panel.
d. Tighten the Phillips screw to secure the FIM assembly to the server chassis.

5. Re-install the top cover to the storage drive cage.

a. Place the drive cage cover over the server drive cage and slide it back to align the screw holes with the proper holes in the top of the chassis frame.
b. Install the six Phillips screws (three on each side) to secure the cover to the server.
c. Close the fan door.

6. Return the Server to operation.

a. Remove any anti-static measures that were used.
b. Return the server to it's normal operating position within the rack.
c. Power on server. Verify that the Power/OK indicator led lights steady on.

OBTAIN CUSTOMER ACCEPTANCE

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

Boot up system and verify full functionality.

REFERENCE INFORMATION:

Servicing the Front Indicator Module:
http://docs.oracle.com/cd/E62159_01/html/E62171/z40001d31014236.html#scrolltoc

Oracle Server X5-2 Documentation:
http://docs.oracle.com/cd/E41059_01/index.html

Oracle Server X6-2 Documentation:
http://docs.oracle.com/cd/E62159_01/index.html

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