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Sun Microsystems V490 manual Reference for Terms in Diagnostic Output

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Reference for Terms in Diagnostic Output

The status and error messages displayed by POST diagnostics and OpenBoot Diagnostics tests occasionally include acronyms or abbreviations for hardware sub- components. TABLE 6-13is included to assist you in decoding this terminology and associating the terms with specific FRUs, where appropriate.

TABLE 6-13Abbreviations or Acronyms in Diagnostic Output

Term

Description

Associated FRU(s)

 

 

 

ADC

Analog-to-Digital Converter

PCI riser board

APC

Advanced Power Control – A function provided

PCI riser board

 

by the SuperIO integrated circuit

 

BBC

Boot Bus Controller – Interface between the

Centerplane

 

processors and components on many other buses

 

CDX

Data Crossbar – Part of the system bus

Centerplane

CRC

Cyclic Redundancy Check

N/A

DAR

Address Repeater – Part of the system bus

Centerplane

DCDS

Dual Data Switch – Part of the system bus

CPU/Memory board

DMA

Direct Memory Access – In diagnostic output,

PCI card

 

usually refers to a controller on a PCI card

 

EBus

A byte-wide bus for low-speed devices

Centerplane, PCI riser

 

 

board

HBA

Host Bus Adapter

Centerplane, various

 

 

others

I2C

Inter-Integrated Circuit (also written as I2C) – A

Various. See

 

bidirectional, two-wire serial data bus. Used

TABLE 6-12.

 

mainly for environmental monitoring and control

 

I/O Board

PCI Riser

PCI riser

JTAG

Joint Test Access Group – An IEEE subcommittee

N/A

 

standard (1149.1) for scanning system components

 

MAC

Media Access Controller – Hardware address of a

Centerplane

 

device connected to a network

 

MII

Media Independent Interface – Part of Ethernet

Centerplane

 

controller

 

Motherboard

Centerplane

Centerplane

 

 

 

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V490 specifications

Sun Microsystems V490 is a robust, high-performance server that was launched in the mid-2000s. It is part of Sun's Enterprise line of servers, specifically designed to meet the needs of businesses requiring reliability, scalability, and efficiency in their computing environments. The V490 is well-regarded for its versatility and ability to handle demanding applications.

At the heart of the V490 is its support for the UltraSPARC IV processor. The server can be configured to contain up to four processors, allowing it to deliver exceptional parallel processing capabilities. The UltraSPARC IV architecture enhances throughput and efficiency, making it suitable for enterprise applications and database management tasks.

One of the standout features of the V490 is its memory capacity. The server can support up to 64 GB of RAM, which allows for extensive caching and improved performance for memory-intensive applications. Coupled with a high bandwidth architecture, the V490 ensures that data can be processed quickly and effectively.

The V490 also emphasizes storage flexibility. It comes equipped with multiple disk drive bays, allowing for a combination of SATA and SAS drives. This flexibility enables businesses to tailor their storage solutions according to their specific performance and redundancy requirements. The V490 supports hot-swappable drives, making maintenance and upgrades considerably easier without taking the server offline.

In terms of connectivity, the Sun V490 features a variety of networking options. It includes multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports, ensuring high-speed data transfer and redundancy. Additionally, the server supports advanced input/output capabilities, making it compatible with various peripherals and external storage solutions.

Sun Microsystems V490 runs on the Solaris operating system, known for its stability and security. This OS enhances the server's performance while providing a reliable platform for mission-critical applications. The V490 also supports virtualization technologies, allowing organizations to run multiple operating systems and applications on a single hardware platform, thus optimizing resource utilization.

Another key characteristic of the V490 is its thermal efficiency. The server is designed with an advanced cooling system that minimizes energy consumption while maximizing performance. This focus on power efficiency aligns with modern data center requirements for sustainability and reduced operational costs.

In summary, the Sun Microsystems V490 is a powerful enterprise server that combines the latest processing technologies, substantial memory and storage capabilities, and robust networking options. Its scalability, along with advanced virtualization support and energy-efficient design, makes it a suitable choice for organizations looking to enhance their IT infrastructure. The V490 remains a testament to Sun Microsystems' commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable computing solutions.