TABLE A-1SRN Reference

SRN

Description

Corrective Action

 

 

 

70021

The drive is offline.

If the change was unintentional, check the

 

 

condition of the drives.

 

 

 

70022

The virtualization engine is offline.

If the change was unintentional, check the

 

 

condition of the drives.

 

 

 

70023

The drive is unresponsive.

Check the condition of drives.

 

 

 

70024

For the Sun StorEdge T3+ array pack, the master

No action is needed.

 

virtualization engine has detected the partner

 

 

 

virtualization engine’s IP Address.

 

 

 

 

 

70025

For Sun StorEdge T3+ array pack: The master

Check the Ethernet connection between

 

virtualization engine is unable to detect the

the two virtualization engines.

 

partner virtualization engine’s IP address.

 

 

 

 

 

70030

The SAN configuration was changed by the SAN

No action is needed.

 

Builder.

 

 

 

 

 

70040

The zoning configuration of the host has

No action is needed.

 

changed.

 

 

 

 

 

70050

A multipath drive failover occurred.

Check the multipath drive.

 

 

 

70051

A multipath drive failback occurred.

No action is needed.

 

 

 

70098

Instant copy degraded.

If no spare is available, replace the failed

 

 

drive with a new drive.

 

 

 

70099

Degrade because the drive has disappeared.

Reinsert the missing drive, or replace it

 

 

with a drive of equal or greater capacity.

 

 

 

7009A

A mirror drive was written to, causing it to enter

Reinsert the missing drive, or replace it

 

the read degrade state.

with a drive of equal or greater capacity.

 

 

 

7009B

A drive entered the write degrade state.

Reinsert the drive (if good) or replace it if

 

 

it is defective.

 

 

 

 

7009C

During a rebuild, the last primary drive failed.

1.

Backup the drive data.

 

This is a very rare multipoint failure.

2.

Destroy the mirror drive where the

 

 

 

failure has occurred.

 

 

3. Format the drives using mode 14.

 

 

4. Create a new mirror drive.

 

 

5. Reassign the old SCSI ID and LUN to

 

 

 

the new mirror drive.

 

 

6.

Restore the data.

 

 

 

71000

Communication has been recovered between the

No action is needed.

 

two virtualization engines.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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6900, 3900 specifications

Sun Microsystems was a pioneering force in the computer industry, especially known for its innovative workstations and servers during the late 20th century. Among its notable product lines were the Sun 6900 and 3900 series, which played a critical role in enterprise computing, offering substantial advancements in performance and reliability.

The Sun 6900, also known as the Starfire, was an advanced multiprocessor server introduced in the mid-1990s. One of its standout features was its ability to support up to 64 processors, making it one of the most powerful systems of its time. This scalability was made possible by Sun’s innovative design, which utilized a high-bandwidth crossbar switch architecture that facilitated fast communication between processors, ensuring minimal latency and optimal performance for demanding applications.

The 6900 was built on the UltraSPARC architecture, which provided support for 64-bit processing. This was a significant advancement over 32-bit systems, allowing for improved memory addressing and overall application performance. The server supported large amounts of RAM, up to 512 GB, which was critical for memory-intensive tasks such as database management and scientific computation.

On the other hand, the Sun 3900 series catered to a different segment of the market, targeting businesses requiring robust, yet cost-effective server solutions. The 3900 was designed primarily as a mid-range server and offered impressive reliability features such as hot-swappable components and redundant power supplies. It came equipped with the SPARC architecture, ensuring compatibility with a wide array of software applications.

Both the 6900 and 3900 series made extensive use of Sun’s Solaris operating system, which was known for its stability and security. This operating system allowed for seamless multitasking and efficient resource management, a necessity for enterprise environments where uptime was critical.

In terms of connectivity, both systems supported advanced networking capabilities, including Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet options, facilitating improved data throughput. Their modular designs allowed for easy upgrades, ensuring that organizations could adapt to changing technological demands without major overhauls.

Overall, the Sun 6900 and 3900 series represented a significant leap forward in server technology, combining powerful processing capabilities, advanced scalability, and reliable performance. These systems played a crucial role in establishing Sun Microsystems as a leader in the enterprise computing arena during their era.