The device path name in the first line of the previous example is ”/pci@8,600000/network@1”. Device path names are made up of three parts: device parent name, device node name, and device unit address. See TABLE 3-10.

TABLE 3-10Device Path Name

Entire Device Path Name

Parent Name Portion

Node Name Portion

Unit Address Portion

 

 

 

 

"/pci@8,600000/network@1"

/pci@8,600000

network

1

"/pci@8,700000/network@1"

/pci@8,700000

network

1

 

 

 

 

To identify a PCI device unambiguously in the vca.conf file, use the entire device path name (parent name, node name, and the unit address) for the device. Refer to the pci(4) online manual page for more information about the PCI device specification.

2.Set the parameters for the above devices in the /kernel/drv/vca.conf file.

In the following entry, the adv-autoneg-capparameter is disabled for a particular Sun Crypto Accelerator 4000 Ethernet device.

name="pci108e,3de8" parent="/pci@8,700000" unit-address="1" adv-autoneg-cap=0;

3.Save the vca.conf file.

4.Save and close all files and programs, and exit the windowing system.

5.Shut down and reboot the system.

Setting Parameters for All Sun Crypto Accelerator 4000 vca Devices With the vca.conf File

If you omit the device path name (parent name, node name, and the unit address), the variable is set for all instances of all Sun Crypto Accelerator 4000 Ethernet devices.

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4000 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.

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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.
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