Sun Microsystems XVR-300 x8, User Manual

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Chapter 2 Installing the Hardware and Software 9
Notes
Note 1
The Sun Ultra 25 system requires OpenBoot PROM (OBP) version 4.25.7, patch
124412-01 or later, if using PCI-E slot number 0. The Sun Ultra 45 system requires
OBP version 4.25.4, patch 124411-01 or later, if using PCI-E slot number 0. If you are
using the Sun XVR-300 x8 board in a Sun Fire V445 system, OBP 4.25.9, patch
124413-01 or later is required.
Note 2
If installing a Sun XVR-300 x8 graphics accelerator in a Sun Fire V215, Sun Fire V245,
or Sun Fire V445 system, refer to the system Release Notes for specific instructions
and considerations.
Note 3
For this platform, a graphics console is supported after installing both Solaris 10
patches 137111-01 (or later) and 124149-09 (or later) on Solaris 10 8/07 or Solaris 10
5/08 operating systems. No patch is needed for Solaris 10 10/08, or later, operating
system.
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To Replace the Full-Height Bracket With the
Low-Profile Bracket
Your system might require replacing the Sun XVR-300 x8 graphics accelerator full-
height bracket with a low-profile bracket. The low-profile bracket is included in the
installation kit.
1. Remove the two hexagon screws that secure the mounting bracket to the board
assembly and set them aside (
FIGURE 2-1
).
Use a 1/8-inch hexagon socket screwdriver.