Sun Microsystems 880 manual OpenBoot Firmware Documentation, FC-AL Disk Drive Firmware Issues

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OpenBoot Firmware Documentation

The Sun Fire 880 server uses OpenBoot™ 4.x system firmware. Instructions for using the firmware are provided in the OpenBoot 4.x Command Reference Manual, an online version of which is included with the OpenBoot Collection AnswerBook that ships with Solaris software.

Note Some versions of Solaris software do not include the OpenBoot 4.x documentation. If the OpenBoot 4.x documentation is not provided with your specific version of Solaris software, you can access the documentation online at

http://docs.sun.com

FC-AL Disk Drive Firmware Issues

All FC-AL disk drives installed in a Sun Fire 880 system must meet the minimum firmware revision levels for Sun Fire 880 systems. Incorrect firmware can cause a variety of system problems that are often difficult to diagnose. To determine a disk drive’s firmware revision level, use the inquiry feature of the Solaris format(1M) utility. The following table shows the minimum firmware revision levels for

Sun Fire 880 disk drives as of the publication date of this document.

Sun Part No.

Capacity

Manufacturer

Minimum Firmware Revision Level

 

 

 

 

 

 

540-4525

36 GB

Seagate ST336605FC

0438

 

 

 

Seagate ST336704FC

0726

 

540-4905

72 GB

Seagate ST373405FC

0438

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note Drive capacities lower than 36 Gbytes are not supported on the Sun Fire 880.

For the most current list of Sun Fire 880 supported disk drives, see the latest revision of these Product Notes, available at the following URL:

http://www.sun.com/products-n-solutions/hardware/docs

Note All Sun Fire 880 disk drives that are installed at the factory, shipped as customer-installable options, or installed as field-replaceable units (FRUs) meet the minimum firmware revision levels.

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Contents Sun Fire 880 Server Product Notes Please Recycle Contents Open Issues Contents Vi Sun Fire 880 Server Product Notes December Document Revision History Product Name EquivalenceSystem Software Requirements Available Online DocumentationRequired Software Patches for Solaris 8 10/01 Required And Recommended Software PatchesSun Fire 880 Required Patches for Solaris 8 07/01 Required Software Patches for Solaris 8 07/01Highly Recommended Sun Fire 880 Patch Sun PCI Cards That Support PCI Hot-PlugSun Fire 880 Server Product Notes December FC-AL Disk Drive Firmware Issues OpenBoot Firmware DocumentationInstalling Sun Fire 880 FC-AL Backplane Firmware Place the security keyswitch in the Normal position Place the security keyswitch in the Locked position System Hang Recovery ProcedureSun Fire 880 Server Product Notes Sun Fire 880 Server Rackmounting Caution Reminder Supported Sun Rack for the Sun FireDocumentation Errata Correction to the Motherboard Fan Tray Removal ProcedureCorrection to Disk Drive Installation Procedure Correction to FRU Part Numbers Correction to FC-AL Disk Cage Installation ProcedureKey Description Part Number Ok boot -s Correct Usage of the ifconfig Command for PCI Hot-Plug Correction to the diag-triggerSetting for Enabling ASRCorrection to Displaying Post Results Correction to the Attachment Point IDs for DR Procedures Open IssuesSun Fire 880 Server Product Notes December Sun Fire 880 Server Product Notes Sun Fire 880 Server Product Notes December Hsfs hsnode table full BugIDs 4082275 Intermittent picld errors during power supply hot-plug BugIDResetting scsi bus, data overrun CE memory reporting is ambiguous BugID PCI attachment points should be generic BugID PCI Hot-plug insert message is wrong for slots 7 and 8 BugIDStatus LED may not shut off after PCI hot-plug BugID Sun Fire 880 Server Product Notes December

880 specifications

The Sun Microsystems 880 is a prominent series of workstations and servers that played a significant role in the computing landscape during the late 1980s and early 1990s. It was known for its innovative technologies and robust performance, making it a favored choice for both developers and enterprises. The 880 series was powered by the SPARC (Scalable Processor ARChitecture) architecture developed by Sun, which provided enhanced speed and efficiency.

One of the standout features of the Sun 880 was its multiprocessing capability, allowing multiple processors to work simultaneously. This capability ensured high performance for demanding tasks, making it ideal for applications in scientific research, graphics, and large databases. The architecture supported a wide range of operating systems, with SunOS being the most notable, providing a stable and powerful environment for users.

The Sun 880 also incorporated advanced memory management features, including support for virtual memory, which allowed for more effective use of system resources. Users could run multiple applications simultaneously without compromising system performance. The system architecture was designed to handle large amounts of RAM, which was essential for memory-intensive applications, further enhancing its suitability for professional use.

Another characteristic of the Sun 880 series was its modular design, which allowed for easy upgrades and maintenance. This modular approach meant that users could customize their systems according to their specific needs, whether that involved adding more memory, upgrading processors, or incorporating additional storage solutions. The high flexibility made it appealing to businesses that required tailored solutions.

In terms of connectivity, the Sun 880 featured a variety of ports and interfaces, enabling integration with various peripheral devices. This made it possible to connect printers, scanners, and other essential tools, facilitating seamless operation in office environments.

The Sun 880's impressive combination of processing power, expandability, and superior memory management made it a cornerstone in the evolution of workstations and servers during its time. As technology progressed, the Sun 880 helped pave the way for subsequent generations of computing systems, leaving a lasting legacy in the realm of high-performance computing. The architecture and design principles laid down by the Sun 880 continue to influence modern computing technologies today.