How to replace a V245 XFP Card:ATR:1248:0

Asset ID:	1-71-1310101.1
Update Date:	2011-04-14
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Solution 1310101.1 : How to replace a V245 XFP Card:ATR:1248:0

Applies to:

Sun Fire V245 Server - Version: Not Applicable and later [Release: N/A and later ]
Information in this document applies to any platform.

Goal

How to replace a V245 XFP Card

Solution

*DISPATCH INSTRUCTIONS*

WHAT SKILLS DOES THE ENGINEER NEED:(IS A SITE ENGINEER AVAILABLE?)
Nothing beyond basic partner training to be qualified as a Sun Service Delivery Partner.

DELIVERY REQUIREMENT:
Schedule for immediate delivery within contractual terms.

*FIELD ENGINEER INSTRUCTIONS*

PROBLEM OVERVIEW:
XFP card faulty

WHAT STATE SHOULD THE SYSTEM BE IN TO BE READY TO PERFORM THE RESOLUTION ACTIVITY? :

A data backup is not a pre-requisite but is a wise precaution
Customer should conduct an orderly software system shutdown
Power down System & disconnect Power Cords

WHAT ACTION DOES THE ENGINEER NEED TO TAKE:

1. Identify the correct interface & Unplumb the interface using below command from OS

#ifconfig ce0 unplumb
2. Powering off the system
3. Remove the top cover
4. Disconnect any external cables attached to the faceplate of the XFP card.
5. Release the latch securing the XFP card to the chassis.
6. Pull the XFP card from its slot
7. Place the XFP card on an antistatic mat
8. Install the new XFP card into its slot
9. Rotate the latch down and secure it with the retaining pin.
10.If necessary, connect any external cables to the XFP card.
11.Install the top cover.
12.Power on the system

OBTAIN CUSTOMER ACCEPTANCE

WHAT ACTION DOES THE CUSTOMER NEED TO TAKE TO RETURN THE SYSTEM TO AN OPERATIONAL STATE:
Boot the system and start the application as per the sys admin procedure

PARTS NOTE:

REFERENCE INFORMATION:
Service Manual
http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/doc/819-3038-11

TIME ESTIMATE:

30 mins
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