This book offers the tools, methods, and knowledge that systems architects and designers require to design and configure Sun Fire hardware systems that more accurately meet their application support requirements. Following the guidelines set forth in this book will help you design servers that perform better, are more reliable, and have a lower cost of ownership. The book also contains valuable information to help IT managers and system administrators understand how their system is performing.

• Key features of the Sun Fire hardware system product line
• A good process to follow to determine your needs
• Many design considerations and rules of thumb
• Methods for maximizing performance and RAS properties
• Step-by-step system analysis procedures
• Methods for planning for growth and upgrading systems
• System configuration guidelines and steps and a database server

Contents

1. Introduction to Sun Fire Systems
2. Determining Your Needs
3. Designing Your System
4. Choosing a Sun Fire System
5. System Controller
6. Configuring Your System
7. Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Glossary