Sun Microsystems CP3250 manual Configuring the Hardware, Installation Procedure Summary

2.2.1.3Installation Procedure Summary

This section summarizes the high-level procedures that are required to install the Sun Netra CP3250 blade server. Ensure that you are familiar with the information in Section 2.2.2, “Configuring the Hardware” on page 2-6through the end of Chapter 2 before installing the blade server.

The process to set up and configure a Sun Netra CP3250 blade server in a system includes the following procedures:

1. Configuring the blade server’s physical hardware.

For example, install the AMC and set switches, as necessary (Section 2.2.2, “Configuring the Hardware” on page 2-6).

2.Physically installing the advanced rear transition module (ARTM) as necessary (Section 2.2.3.1, “Installing an Advanced Rear Transition Module (ARTM)” on page 2-8).

3.Physically installing the Sun Netra CP3250 blade server, and any peripheral boards into the ATCA shelf Section 2.2.3, “Installing the Netra CP3250 Blade Server in an ATCA Shelf” on page 2-8).

4.Connecting the nodes to a local network. (Section 2.2.4, “Connecting External I/O Cables” on page 2-13).

5.Downloading and installing SunVTS (Section 4.1, “Operating Systems” on page 4-2), if you are running the Solaris Operating System on the Sun Netra CP3250 blade server and want to verify system integrity.

2.2.2Configuring the Hardware

This section lists hardware installation and settings that might apply to your blade server configuration. Read and perform the procedures, as necessary, before installing the Sun Netra CP3250 blade server into the ATCA shelf.

2.2.2.1Verify Chassis Fan Tray Upgrade

Caution – The Netra CT 900 server fan tray upgrade kit (594-4953) must be installed in the chassis before the Sun Netra CP3250 blade server is installed. This fan tray upgrade is required to provide adequate cooling and prevent the system from overheating or shutting down due to an over temperature condition that can occur with the older or mismatched fan trays.

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