Chapter 3 Maintaining the Server

Installing or Replacing Server Components

Booting the Hypervisor VD

You can boot the hypervisor (HV) VD with a more permanent boot selection. (To change the boot order one time, use the procedure in Booting the Cisco SCU and Cisco HUU Software VDs, page 3-39.

To permanently set the boot order for an HV VD, use the following steps:

Step 1 Boot the server and watch for the prompt to press F2 to open the BIOS Setup utility. Step 2 When prompted, press F2 to open the BIOS Setup utility.

Step 3 Navigate to the Boot Options tab.

Step 4 Use the Boot Options screen to set the HV VD to your desired boot order for the server.

Monitoring and Managing a Cisco Flexible Flash Card

You can monitor and manage your installed Cisco Flexible Flash cards by using the CIMC GUI interface or the CLI interface. See the Cisco UCS C-SeriesRack-Mount Server Configuration Guide or the Cisco UCS C-SeriesRack-Mount Server CLI Configuration Guide in the documentation roadmap linked below.

The links to these documents are in the C-Series documentation roadmap:

http://www.cisco.com/go/unifiedcomputing/c-series-doc

Cisco Flexible Flash Card Replacement Procedure

To install or replace a Cisco Flexible Flash card, follow these steps:

Step 1 Remove the Cisco Flexible Flash card that you are replacing. See Figure 3-23:

a.Power off the server as described in the “Shutting Down and Powering Off the Server” section on page 3-7.

b.Slide the server out the front of the rack far enough so that you can remove the top cover. You might have to detach cables from the rear panel to provide clearance.

Caution If you cannot safely view and access the component, remove the server from the rack.

c.Remove the top cover as described in “Removing and Replacing the Server Top Cover” section on page 3-8.

d.Locate the Cisco Flexible Flash card that you are replacing on PCIe riser 2. See Figure 3-23.

e.Push down on the top of the Cisco Flexible Flash card, then release it to allow it to spring up in the slot.

f.Remove the Cisco Flexible Flash card from the slot.

g.Wait 10 seconds for the Cisco Flexible Flash management software to recognize and react to the absence of the card.

 

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UCSRAID9266CV, C220, 9266CV-8i, UCSSP6C220E, UCUCSEZC220M3S specifications

Cisco Systems offers a range of powerful solutions for data center and enterprise infrastructures, among which are the UCSSP6C220E and UCUCSEZC220M3S, as well as the UCS C220 servers and the 9266CV-8i RAID controller. These products are designed to deliver high performance, scalability, and reliability, making them ideal for mission-critical applications across various industries.

The UCSSP6C220E is an essential component for the Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) environment. It is designed for exceptional performance in virtualization and cloud computing environments. Key features include support for Intel Xeon Scalable processors, allowing for improved processing power and efficiency. Additionally, the server supports numerous memory configurations, with support for up to 3TB of RAM using 24 DIMM slots. With its innovative design, the UCSSP6C220E provides efficient cooling and power management, ensuring optimal performance under heavy workloads.

The UCUCSEZC220M3S model further enhances the capabilities of Cisco UCS with its flexible storage options and advanced management features. It supports multiple networking technologies, enabling seamless integration into existing IT infrastructures. The server's scalability is a significant benefit, accommodating a wide variety of workloads from virtualization to high-performance computing.

The UCS C220 series is a versatile platform known for its balance of performance, storage, and density. It is ideal for running more applications while minimizing data center space. The C220 server can support both SAS and SATA drives, enabling businesses to choose the right storage solution for their specific needs.

The 9266CV-8i RAID controller is a robust solution designed to enhance data protection and performance. It supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, providing multiple options for balancing performance and redundancy. With 1GB of integrated cache memory, it helps accelerate data access, while its eight internal ports ensure high connectivity and flexibility for storage expansions.

Coupled with the UCSRAID9266CV, this controller simplifies storage management with advanced features such as online capacity expansion and dynamic RAID migration. Together, these technologies help organizations optimize their data centers while ensuring high availability and reliability, making Cisco Systems’ offerings a cornerstone for enterprise IT infrastructures.
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