Compaq AlphaServer ES40 Quick start guide

AlphaServer ES40

Model 1 to Model 2 Upgrade

Order Number: EK–ES4M2–UP. A01

This guide is intended for service providers and self-

maintenance customers who are upgrading a Compaq

AlphaServer ES40 system.

Compaq Computer Corporation

First Printing, July 1999

The information in this publication is subject to change without notice.

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OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN, NOR FOR

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the terms of the agreement.

COMPAQ and the Compaq logo are registered in United States Patent and Trademark

Office. Tru64 is a trademark of Compaq Computer Corporation. AlphaServer and

OpenVMS are trademarks of Digital Equipment Corporation. UNIX is a registered

trademark in the U.S. and other countries, licensed exclusively through X/Open

Company Ltd.

Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft

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Warning! This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause

radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Achtung! Dieses ist ein Gerät der Funkstörgrenzwertklasse A. In Wohnbereichen

können bei Betrieb dieses Gerätes Rundfunkstörungen auftreten, in welchen Fällen der

Benutzer für entsprechende Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich ist.

Attention! Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, ce

produit risque de créer des interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra alors à

l'utilisateur de prendre les mesures spécifiques appropriées.

FCC Notice: This equipment generates, uses, and may emit radio frequency energy.

The equipment has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A

digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable

protection against such radio frequency interference.

Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case

the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required

to correct the interference.

Any modifications to this device—unless expressly approved by the manufacturer—can

void the user’s authority to operate this equipment under part 15 of the FCC rules.

Contents

Preface vii

Chapter 1 Preparing to Upgrade

1.1 Preparing to Upgrade............................................................................1-2

Chapter 2 Performing the Upgrade

2.1 Removing Enclosure Panels..................................................................2-2

2.2 Accessing a Rackmount System............................................................2-6

2.3 Removing Covers from the System Chassis..........................................2-8

2.4 Replacing the Memory Motherboards (MMBs)...................................2-12

2.5 Replacing the PCI Backplane .............................................................2-14

2.6 Verifying the Upgrade.........................................................................2-20

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Preface

Intended Audience

This manual is for service providers and self-maintenance customers who are

upgrading a Compaq AlphaServer ES40 system from a Model 1 to a Model 2.

Document Structure

This manual uses a structured documentation design. Topics are organized into

small sections, usually consisting of two facing pages. Most topics begin with an

abstract that provides an overview of the section, followed by an illustration or

example. The facing page contains procedures.

This manual has two chapters.

Chapter 1, Preparing to Upgrade, lists the contents of the upgrade kit and

lists steps to take before performing the upgrade.

Chapter 2, Performing the Upgrade, gives instructions on replacing the

memory motherboards and the PCI backplane.

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Documentation Titles

Table 1 Compaq AlphaServer ES40 Documentation

Title Order Number

User Documentation Kit

Owner’s Guide

User Interface Guide

Tower and Pedestal Basic Installation

Release Notes

Documentation CD (6 languages)

QZ-6E88A-G8

EK-ES240-UG

EK-ES240-UI

EK-ES240-PD

EK-ES240-RN

AG-RF9HA-BE

Maintenance Kit

Service Guide

Illustrated Parts Breakdown

QZ-01BAB-GZ

EK-ES240-SV

EK-ES240-IP

Loose Piece Items

Rackmount Installation Guide

Rackmount Installation Template

ES40 DIMM Information Sheet

ES40 Model 2 to Model 2 Upgrade

EK-ES240-RG

EK-ES4RM-TP

EK-MS610-DM

EK-ES4M2-UP

Support Resources

Support resources for this system are available on the Internet, including a

supported options list, firmware updates, and patches.

http://www.digital.com/alphaserver/technical.html

Preparing to Upgrade 1-1

Chapter 1

Preparing to Upgrade

This document explains how to upgrade from a Compaq AlphaServer ES40

Model 1 system to a Model 2 system. The upgrade increases the system’s

memory capacity and I/O capacity.

3X-KFPPA-AA Upgrade Kit

The 3X-KFPPA-AA upgrade kit contains the following components:

Component Part Number Quantity

10-slot PCI backplane 54-30156-01 1

8-slot memory motherboard 54-25582-01 4

Installation Tools

The upgrade requires the following tools:

•Phillips #2 screwdriver (a magnetic screwdriver is recommended)

•Allen wrench (3 mm)

•Anti-static wrist strap

1-2 Compaq AlphaServer ES40 Model 1 to Model 2 Upgrade

1.1 Preparing to Upgrade

Before performing the upgrade, shut down the system and remove

power.

Observe the warnings below and perform the following actions before beginning

the upgrade:

1. Shut down the operating system according to the instructions in the

operating system documentation.

2. Shut down power on all external devices connected to the system.

3. Shut down power to the system.

4. Unplug the power cord from each power supply.

WARNING: To prevent injury, access is limited to persons who

have appropriate technical training and experience. Such

persons are expected to understand the hazards of working

within this equipment and take measures to minimize danger to

themselves or others. These measures include:

1. Remove any jewelry that may conduct electricity.

2. When accessing the system card cage, power down the system

and wait 2 minutes to allow components to cool.

3. Wear an anti-static wrist strap when handling internal

components.

WARNING: To prevent injury, unplug the power

cord from each power supply before installing

components.

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