Chapter 1 Physical and Network Specifications 1-5
1.2.1.1 Mounting Requirements
Both midrange servers are designed to be mounted in qualified equipment racks. For
more detail on mounting requirements, refer to the SPARC Enterprise Equipment Rack
Mounting Guide.
1.2.2 Server Guidelines
As you plan your space needs for these midrange servers in qualified equipment
racks, keep these conditions in mind:
■ Each midrange server requires its own power cords, connected to separate power
outlets. See Chapter 2, “Environmental and Electrical Specifications” for details
on electrical requirements.
■ Circuit breakers are supplied by the customer as required by local, state, or
national electrical codes.
■ Both midrange servers require electrical circuits that are grounded to earth.
Refer to the SPARC Enterprise M4000/M5000 Servers Installation Guide for complete
installation details and the SPARC Enterprise Equipment Rack Mounting Guide for
mounting requirements.
CPU Modules 2 4
•CPU chips (SPARC64 VI) 4 8
Memory boards 4 8
•Memory module 32 64
I/O unit 1 2
•PCI-Express cassettes 4 8
• PCI-X cassette 1 2
DVD 1 1
Hard disk drive 2 4
Tape drive unit (optional) 1 1
TABLE 1-2 Components for Midrange Servers (Continued)
Component
SPARC Enterprise M4000 Server SPARC Enterprise M5000 Server