This paper describes the System Management Services (SMS) 1.4.1 software features that enhance high-end server availability. This paper is useful for support personnel who have a basic knowledge of high-end server systems. This paper applies to Sun Fire E20K/E25K servers and Sun Fire 15K/12K servers. In a mission critical environment, high availability is achieved by system resiliency, appropriate configuration, serviceability, and efficient and automated restoration processes. The SMS 1.4.1 software enhancements address all of these elements and increase availability, serviceability, and diagnosability of high-end server systems.
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