Sun Microsystems 6000, 4000, 5000 manual Connecting External Scsi Devices

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Notch on fiber cable

Key notch in module connector

Fibre card connector

Fiber

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Fiber1

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Connect cable through

Port A (Fiber 0) or

Port B (Fiber 1)

Figure 2-11Fiber Cable and Fibre Card Connectors and Ports on the I/O Board

2.8 Connecting External SCSI Devices

External SCSI-2 devices connect to your system through the built-in single- ended Fast/Wide SCSI-2 port on I/O boards (except for the board in slot 1), or through FSBE/S, DSBE/S, SWIS/S, or DWIS/S SBus cards installed on I/O boards.

Note – The onboard SCSI-2 bus on the I/O board in slot 1 controls internal SCSI tray devices. Therefore, the external SCSI connector on the I/O board in slot 1 must always have a terminator installed.

Note – The maximum combined length for a string of SCSI cables is six meters for non-differential cables. For differential SCSI cables, the maximum is 25 meters.

When calculating the total length of a SCSI string, include external cables, internal cables, and printed traces. Table 2-2 lists internal measurements for the Enterprise servers.

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Contents Ultra Enterprise 6000/5000/4000 Systems Installation Guide Please Recycle Contents Cabling the System Using the Software Page Figures Viii Tables Page Unix Commands PrefaceTypographic Conventions Shell PromptsRelated Documents Ordering Sun DocumentsSun Welcomes Your Comments Preface Xvi Preparing for Installation Enterprise 6000/5000 systems 16-slot Unpacking the Enterprise 6000/5000 Cabinet Systems Remove the sides of the containerShipping and Storing the System 2Attaching the Ramps to the Shipping PalletPreparing the Electrical Circuits Enterprise 6000/5000 Cabinet Systems4IEC 309 Electrical Connector Enterprise 4000 System Preparing the Air ConditioningPreparing the Ethernet Network 5Types of Network Cables Used Preparing the Area Floorspace for the Enterprise 6000/5000 Cabinet Systems7Cabinet Server Access Areas Top View Surface for the Enterprise 4000 SystemPreparing the Enterprise 6000/5000 Cabinet Systems Moving the ServerAdjusting the Levelling Pads 9Moving the Server Safely Down the RampsLevelling pad 1 Rear screen Kick panel Preparing the Enterprise 4000 System 11Stabilizer BarUsing the User Naming Area Remove the top front bezelPage Cabling the System Preparing the System for CablingStandby position Replacing the Rear Screen and Kick Panel Connecting the Power Cords Connecting the Enterprise 6000/5000 System Power CordConnecting the Enterprise 4000 System Power Cord 4Key Switch PositionsConnecting the Network Cable to the System 5AC Power Switch and Power ReceptacleConnecting the System to the Network 710/100BASE-T Ethernet ConnectionShows the elements used in the installation process Lists the cabling limitations for Ethernet Connecting an Ascii Terminal 10 Clock BoardConnecting the Fiber Cable to the I/O Board Connecting External Scsi Devices Location Internal Length Comments Use tie wraps to secure the cable to the left mounting rail Powering the System On and Off Using JumpStart Automatic InstallationPowering On the System Enterprise 6000/5000 Cabinet SystemsTurn on power to any expansion cabinets 2The AC Power Sequencer Power Switch Turn the key switch to the On position Watch the terminal screen for any firmware error messages Reading Boot Messages 4CPU Reset Switch on the Clock BoardInterpreting Status LED Patterns Summarizes LED status indicationsPowering Off the System Enterprise 4000 System 6Key Switch Positions and AC Power Switch 7CPU Reset Switch on Clock Board Reading Boot Messages DC power green Fault yellow Powering Off the System Description of the Problem Failure of Network CommunicationsSolution Page Solstice SyMON Software Using the SoftwareOperating System Software Page Index Index-1Post Scsi Index-4 Reader Comment Card
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4000, 5000, 6000 specifications

Sun Microsystems, a pivotal player in the computing industry during the late 20th and early 21st centuries, was renowned for its innovative hardware and software solutions. Among its notable offerings were the Sun-6000, Sun-5000, and Sun-4000 series, powerful workstations and servers designed for a range of enterprise-level applications.

The Sun-6000 series, introduced in the early 1990s, marked a significant advancement in computing performance. These systems were built on the SPARC architecture, which facilitated high levels of processing power and multitasking capabilities. One of the main features of the 6000 series was its scalability, allowing organizations to increase their processing power by adding more modules. It also offered robust graphics performance, making it ideal for scientific visualization and complex data analysis.

Next in line was the Sun-5000 series. Launched shortly after the 6000 series, the 5000 line was celebrated for its reliability and ease of management. This series emphasized a balanced architecture, which combined processing capabilities with ample memory and storage options. Key characteristics included support for multiple processors, leading to improved performance for demanding applications. Additionally, the 5000 systems featured advanced input/output capabilities, ensuring fast data transfers—crucial for database applications and web servers.

Finally, the Sun-4000 series targeted businesses seeking affordable yet potent computing solutions. These servers boasted a modular design, allowing for easy upgrades and maintenance. The 4000 series was particularly notable for its support for various operating systems, including SunOS and Solaris. These systems were engineered to handle a range of workloads, from enterprise resource planning to web hosting, while still fitting into a value-driven budget.

Across all three series, Sun Microsystems prioritized compatibility and integration, ensuring that each system offered seamless connectivity with Sun's software solutions and third-party applications. Their commitment to open standards and interoperability set them apart in the competitive landscape of enterprise computing. Additionally, the use of high-quality components lent the systems durability, making them a wise investment for organizations looking to future-proof their IT infrastructure.

In summary, the Sun-6000, 5000, and 4000 series exemplified Sun Microsystems' ethos of innovation and reliability. These powerful systems catered to diverse business needs, setting benchmarks in performance and functionality that continue to influence modern computing.