How to Add Components to Your Limited Configuration Server
9
Test Hard Drives
Note –
To expedite hard drive testing use the 1% test coverage.
How to Add and Test PCIe Cards
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Slot 0 and slot 1 can accommodate x16 mechanical cards.
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The disk controller HBA card
must
be inserted into slot 0 (the slot nearest the
power supply).
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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
X4450 Server Product Notes
.
Testing Hard Drives Using Pc-Check
1
Boot the server with the Tools and Drivers CD/DVD to access the diagnostics.
2
Select the option to Run Hardware Diagnostics.
3
Select the option to test hard drives.
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).
