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Upgrading and Repairing Servers
Upgrading and Repairing Servers
ISBN: 078972815X
EAN: 2147483647
Year: 2006
Pages: 240
Authors:
Scott Mueller
,
Mark Edward Soper
,
Barrie Sosinsky
BUY ON AMAZON
Upgrading and Repairing Servers
Table of Contents
Copyright
About the Authors
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Book Objectives
Is This Book for You?
Chapter-by-Chapter Breakdown
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Chapter 1. The History of Servers
Computer History: Pre- and Postserver
The Rise of ClientServer Computing
File and Print Services in Early Server Architectures
Introduction of Specialized Servers
Consolidation of Cost and Functionality
Increasing Server Sophistication, Availability, and Reliability
The Development of Blade Servers
Emerging Server Hardware Trends
Chapter 2. Server Microprocessors
Server Processor Overview
Multiple CPUs
Cache Memory
Overview of x86-Compatible Servers Processors
Processor Socket and Slot Types
Operating Voltages
Heat Problems and Cooling CPUs
Intel and AMD Processor Configurations
RISC-Based Server Processors
Processor ReplacementUpgrades
Hardware Compatibility with Server Platforms
Troubleshooting and Documenting Your Server s CPU
Chapter 3. Server Chipsets
Server Chipsets Overview
Criteria for Real-World Server Chipsets
Intel Pentium ProIIIII Chipsets for Servers
Intel Pentium 4 Chipsets for Single-Processor Servers
Intel Xeon DP and Xeon MP Chipsets
Intel Itanium and Itanium 2 Chipsets
Broadcom ServerWorks Chipsets for Intel Processors
Other Third-Party Server Chipsets for Intel Processors
AMD Athlon MP and Opteron Server-Class Chipsets
Determining Hardware Compatibility with Server Platforms
Conclusions, Troubleshooting, and Documentation
Chapter 4. Server Motherboards and BIOS
Motherboard Types and Form Factors
Power Supplies and Connectors
Server Motherboard Components
System Resources
Embedded and Integrated Components
ROM BIOS
Troubleshooting Other Server Platforms
Upgrading Versus Replacing Motherboards
Troubleshooting Server Motherboards and BIOS
The Importance of Documentation
Chapter 5. Memory
Memory Basics
The System Logical Memory Layout
Memory Types Overview
Early Server RAM Types: DRAM, EDO DRAM, and SDRAM
DDR SDRAM, DDR2-SDRAM, and RDRAM
Memory Modules
Installing RAM Upgrades
Common Server Configurations and Features
Troubleshooting Memory Problems
Chapter 6. The ATAIDE Interface
Origins of IDE
IDE Variations
ATA Standards
ATA Features and Resource Allocations
ATA Features
ATA Drive Capacity Limitations
Common ATA Configurations for Server Platforms
Troubleshooting ATA and SATA Hard Disks
Chapter 7. The SCSI Bus
ANSI SCSI Standards
SCSI-1
SCSI-2
SCSI-3
SCSI Cables and Connectors
Parallel SCSI Cable and Connector Pinouts
SCSI DriveDevice Configuration
Plug and Play SCSI
SCSI Configuration Troubleshooting
SCSI Versus ATA Performance: Advantages and Limitations
Recommended SCSI Host Adapters, Cables, and Terminators
Chapter 8. IO System Hardware
USB
Video and Monitors
Audio Devices
Keyboards
CD-ROM, CD-RW, and DVD Drives
Hardware Drivers
Firmware and Hardware Upgrades
Common IO Device Configurations in Servers
Determining Hardware Compatibility
Troubleshooting and Documentation
Chapter 9. Backup Operations
Tape Backup Units
Alternatives to Tape Backup
Upgrading Tape Backup Units
Backup Operations
Common Backup Software Applications
Chapter 10. Network Operations
Network Interface Cards (NICs)
Protocols
Chapter 11. Disk Subsystems
Disk Types
HBAs and RAID Controllers
Backplanes
Redundancy
Introduction to RAID
Managing RAID
Storage Virtualization
Chapter 12. Storage Area Networks
SAN Topologies
Is a SAN Right for You?
Where to Start with a SAN
SANs and Standards
Components of a SAN
Fibre Channel SANs
TCPIP Storage Networking
SAN Backup
Final Thoughts
Chapter 13. Fault Tolerance
Fault-Tolerant Network Topologies
RAID
Improving Network Speed and Reliability
Providing Redundancy in Server Hardware
Physical Maintenance
Server Management Software
Troubleshooting and Documentation
Chapter 14. Power Protection
UPS Styles and Manufacturers
Surge Protection
Redundant Power Supplies (RPSs)
UPS Specifications and Considerations
Common ServerUPS Configurations
Installing a New UPS
Troubleshooting Power-Protection Problems
Chapter 15. Chassis
Chassis Types
Chassis Specifications and Considerations
Server Chassis Documentation and Support
How to Remove the Intel SC5295-E Chassis
Chapter 16. Server Racks and Blades
Types of Racks
Rack Specifications and Considerations
Rack Features and Components
Chapter 17. Server Rooms
Server Room Designs
The Planning Phase
Chapter 18. Server Platforms: Network Operating Systems
Major Features of NOSs
Server NOSs
Directory Services and Interoperability
Other Considerations in Selecting a Server Platform
Chapter 19. Sun Microsystems Servers
Sun, Servers, and SPARC
Server Categories
The Solaris Operating System
Solaris Management Tools
Hardware Compatibility with Server Platforms
The BigAdmin System Administration Portal
Chapter 20. Building, Upgrading, and Deploying Servers
Purchasing Considerations
Building Your Own Server
Project Phasing
Software Licensing and Upgrades
Capacity Planning
Routine Maintenance
Redundancy and Deployment
Sample Project Specification for Deployment
Chapter 21. Server Testing and Maintenance
Gathering Baseline Performance Data
Routine Maintenance
Error Logging and Tracking
Implementing Hardware Redundancy Options
Disaster Recovery Planning
Appendix A. Glossary
Appendix B. List of Acronyms and Abbreviations
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Appendix C. Vendor List
Alphabetical Vendor List
Vendors by Product or Service Category
Appendix
Installing the DVD
Access to DVD Content Without a DVD Player or DVD Drive
License Agreement
Index
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Upgrading and Repairing Servers
ISBN: 078972815X
EAN: 2147483647
Year: 2006
Pages: 240
Authors:
Scott Mueller
,
Mark Edward Soper
,
Barrie Sosinsky
BUY ON AMAZON
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