Preparing for Service
These topics explain how to prepare to service the server.
Step Description Links
1. Review safety and handling information. “Safety Information” on page 57
2. Gather the tools for service. “Tools Needed for Service” on page 58
3. Locate the server to be serviced. “Locate the Server” on page 61
4. Find the server serial number. “Find the Server Serial Number” on page 60
5. Locate the component service information. “Component Service Categories” on page 59
6. Prevent ESD damage before you handle any server
component.
“Prevent ESD Damage” on page 61
“Attach an Antistatic Wrist Strap” on page 62
7. Properly prepare a component for return to Oracle. “Prepare a Component for Return to
Oracle” on page 64
Related Information
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“Identifying Components” on page 15
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“Detecting and Managing Faults” on page 35
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“Controlling the Server and Domains” on page 67
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“Understanding Server Configurations and Failover Behavior” on page 79
Safety Information
For your protection, observe the following safety precautions when setting up your equipment:
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Follow all cautions and instructions marked on the equipment and described in the
documentation shipped with your server.
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Follow all cautions and instructions marked on the equipment and described in the SPARC
M7 Series Servers Safety and Compliance Guide.
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