Installation guide

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Determine the Configuration
Sun Storage 10 GbE FCoE PCIe Converged Network Adapters are supported on multiple hardware platforms and
operating systems. Generally, the following specifications apply, but you should always check the Oracle Web site
for current information. This configuration uses a subset of the following equipment:
 Server bus interface: PCIe
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Gen1 x8 or PCIe Gen2 x4
 Hardware platforms: x86 or SPARC
 Storage—the following storage systems are in most data centers:
 Fibre Channel
 iSCSI
 FCoE configuration
 Switches—The following switches are typical in this configuration:
 Fibre Channel
 FCoE
 Ethernet
 Cabling
 Fiber optic cable (OM2/OM3) between servers, switches, and storage
 Cat5e and Cat6 Ethernet for device management and 1GbE iSCSI storage
Install the Converged Network Adapter Hardware
Begin by identifying a server that meets Converged Network Adapter hardware requirements (PCI slot type,
length, available slot) and install the adapters.
To install the adapter hardware:
1. Use a ground strap to avoid damaging the card or server.
2. Power off the computer and disconnect the power cable.
3. Remove the computer cover and find an empty PCIe x8 bus slot (Gen1) or PCIe x4 bus slot (Gen2).
4. Pull out the slot cover (if any) by removing the screw or releasing the lever.
5. Install the low-profile bracket, if required.
6. Grasp the adapter by the top edge, and then insert it firmly into the appropriate slot.
7. Refasten the adapter's retaining bracket using the existing screw or lever.
8. Close the computer cover.
9. Plug the appropriate Ethernet cable (either copper or optical) into the adapter. Optical models ship with optical
transceivers installed. Go to the Oracle compatibility Web site for a listing of approved copper cables.
10. Plug in the power cable, and turn on the computer.