How to Add Components to Your Limited Configuration Server
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After installation, update the firmware level for each card as specified by the
manufacturer.
How to Check and Update Your Firmware
Sun frequently provides new firmware updates, so it is possible that a newer version
of firmware is available for your server.
Sun recommends that you update to the latest
version of firmware.
Firmware versions for your server are described in the
Sun Fire
X4250 Server Product Notes
.
Firmware Update Notes
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The BIOS and SP firmware are matched and, unless specified, should always be
updated in unison.
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There are two types of SP firmware, ELOM (Embedded Lights Out Manager) and
ILOM (Integrated Lights Out Manager).
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Before updating your server, you
must
know the type of firmware (ELOM or
ILOM) installed on the SP.
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Do
not
update an ELOM-based SP using ILOM firmware. If you need to convert
an ELOM-based SP to an ILOM-based SP, use the ELOM-to-ILOM migration
process, which is described in the
ELOM-to-ILOM Migration Guide
.
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Downgrading firmware is
not
recommended, because downgrading firmware
might eliminate important security and functionality updates.
Adding PCIe Cards
1
Connect PCIe cards to a riser assembly.
2
Insert the PCIe card and riser assembly into a PCIe slot on the motherboard.
3
Update the firmware level for each card as specified by the manufacturer.
Testing PCIe Cards
1
If the self-test option exists, invoke the cards built in self-test.
2
Test the card by performing basic rudimentary activities.
For example, establish
network connectivity (for a GigabitEthernet card).
