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Table F-1List of Replaceable Components (2 of 3)

General Category

Description

Part Number

Page

 

6 ns, 2 Mbyte CPU module

501-2974

page F-15

 

Assembly, DRAM, 1MX72, JEDEC, SIMM, 60 ns

501-2652

page F-15

 

Assembly, DRAM, 4MX72, JEDEC, SIMM, 60 ns

501-2653

page F-15

 

Assembly, DRAM, 16MX72, JEDEC, SIMM, 60 ns

501-2654

page F-15

 

SBus I/O board assembly

501-2977

page F-16

 

Graphics I/O board assembly

501-2749

page F-17

 

Optical link card

370-1426

 

 

Clock board assembly

501-2975

page F-18

 

Disk board assembly (Enterprise 5000)

501-3113

page F-19

 

Load board assembly (Enterprise 6000)

501-3142

page F-19

 

Board, filler panel

540-2592

 

Enterprise 4000 System

 

 

 

 

Fan tray assembly, 100/240V

370-1811

page F-23

 

Centerplane assembly, 8-slot

501-2978

page F-24

 

Terminator, 68 pin

150-2267

page F-25

 

Assembly, SCSI tray CD/tape drive

540-2587

page F-25

 

SunCD 4

370-2203

page F-25

 

Key switch tray, standalone, 8-slot

370-1810

page F-23

Power

Power supply, peripheral

300-1301

page F-14

 

Power/cooling module (PCM)

300-1260

page F-14

 

PCM filler panel

540-2593

 

Boards

CPU/Memory board assembly

501-2976

page F-15

 

6 ns, 512 Kbyte CPU module

501-2941

page F-15

 

6 ns, 1 Mbyte CPU module

501-2959

page F-15

 

6 ns, 2 Mbyte CPU module

501-2974

page F-15

 

Assembly, DRAM, 1MX72, JEDEC, SIMM, 60 ns

501-2652

page F-15

 

Assembly, DRAM, 4MX72, JEDEC, SIMM, 60 ns

501-2653

page F-15

 

 

 

 

Illustrated Parts Breakdown (IPB)

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Sun Microsystems 4000, 5000, 6000 manual General Category Description Part Number

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.