Making a Serial Connection to the SP

To make a serial connection to the SP:

1.Connect a serial cable from the RJ-45 Serial Management port on server to a terminal device.

2.Press ENTER on the terminal device to establish a connection between that terminal device and the ILOM SP.

Note – If you are connecting to the serial port on the SP before it has been powered up or during its power-up sequence, you will see boot messages.

The service processor eventually displays a login prompt. For example:

SUNSP0003BA84D777 login:

The first string in the prompt is the default host name for the ILOM SP. It consists of the prefix SUNSP and the MAC address of the ILOM SP. The MAC address for each ILOM SP is unique.

3.Log in to the SP and type the default user name, root, with the default password, changeme.

Once you have successfully logged in to the SP, it displays its default command prompt.

->

4.To start the serial console, type the following commands:

cd /SP/console start

To exit console mode and return to the service processor, type

(escape/shift 9)

■Continue with the following procedures:

■“Viewing ILOM SP Event Logs” on page 45

■“Viewing Replaceable Component Information” on page 48

■“Viewing Sensors” on page 50

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Sun Microsystems X4240 Making a Serial Connection to the SP, To start the serial console, type the following commands
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X4140, X4440, X4240 specifications

Sun Microsystems was a prominent player in the computing industry, known for its innovative and powerful server systems. Among its notable offerings were the Sun Fire X4240, X4440, and X4140 servers, which made significant inroads in the market for high-performance computing solutions.

The Sun Fire X4240 server was designed to meet the demands of data-intensive applications. It offered impressive scalability, supporting up to 64 GB of DDR2 memory across its eight memory slots. This server utilized AMD Opteron processors, which provided excellent performance thanks to their multi-core architecture. The X4240 also featured a flexible I/O architecture, allowing for various configurations tailored to specific workload requirements.

Next in line was the Sun Fire X4440, which expanded on the capabilities of the X4240. This server was particularly valuable for virtualization and consolidation tasks. It featured up to 128 GB of memory and supported more CPU options, with dual- and quad-core Opteron processors available. The X4440 also included a high-density design that enabled increased storage capacity, accommodating up to 12 SFF drives. This made it ideal for databases and enterprise applications needing fast access to large volumes of data.

Finally, the Sun Fire X4140 brought a balance of performance and efficiency. Like its counterparts, it supported AMD's Opteron processors, delivering robust processing power. The X4140 was designed for environments where space and power efficiency were critical. It was notable for its compact form factor, which allowed organizations to pack more servers into less physical space without sacrificing performance. The server architecture included advanced thermal management technologies, ensuring optimal airflow and cooling, which contributed to reliability in demanding environments.

In terms of connectivity, all three servers featured multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports, offering redundant network connectivity essential for enterprise-level applications. The integrated management interfaces simplified server monitoring and maintenance, ensuring that IT administrators could efficiently manage their resources.

In summary, the Sun Fire X4240, X4440, and X4140 were pivotal servers from Sun Microsystems that provided robust performance, scalability, and efficiency. Their features made them suitable for a variety of workloads, from virtualization to data management, cementing their place in the server market during their era.
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