What is happening is that the JNLP (Java Network Launch Protocol) files are being downloaded to the PC but they are not triggering the java application to open as it is not associated to it. To resolve this issue you need to associate you .jnlp files with Java Web Start application. On a MAC you need to perform the following steps.  •1.     After clicking on the KVM icon in the UCS CIMC, locate the jnlp file on your PC. It will look something like this: viewer.jnlp(14.17.2.100@0@1362683732886) As you can see the file typically has the ip address of the Cisco UCS. In my example my PC saves these files to my Downloads folder based on the preferences in my browser. •2.     Once the file is located simply right click the file and choose “Open With” and then select “Other” option. 3. This will open another window where you can select the “Java WebStart.app” file to these jnlp files. You should now be able to launch the KVM now. 4.     If you are still having an issue right click the jnlp file and select the “Get Info” option. 5. This will open another window where you can then select “Open With.” At this point you can follow step 3. On a windows based PC the issue is the same. The Java JNLP files run in the Java Web Start application which is included with the Java install. In Windows 2008, click “Start” and navigate to Control Panel  ==> Java. This will open a new window. Select the Advanced tab at the top of the Java Control Panel. 3. Ensure that the “Java Plug-in” is enabled. (Reload the browser if needed) 4. Expand  “JNLP File/MIME Association” and check that  “Always  allow” or “Prompt user” is selected. If not, make the change and Reload  the browser. You should be able to run your KVM now. Also you can open the file with the Javaws.exe program Hope this helps with your KVM issue ... View more

Amit, Again Jeremy is correct. given your illustration grid is the way to go. The best way to figure out your power requirements however is to use the following tool: http://www.cisco.com/assets/cdc_content_elements/flash/dataCenter/cisco_ucs_power_calculator/ To answer your question however about the N+1 I have included an explanation below. Also instituting power capping at the chassis level requires the following:     IOM, CIMC, and BIOS version 1.4 or higher     2 PSUs A minimum of 3788 AC watts should be set for each chassis. This  converts to 3400 watts of DC power, which is the minimum amount of power  required to power a fully-populated chassis. This means that after 1.4 release the minimum with power capping is 2 PSUs. For example previous to 1.4 release a system that was set for N+1 (1+1 for example) would need to have 3 PSUs N+1 (2+1) in releas 1.4 and greater. This is because of the power groups minimum requirement. If the power is required the +1 should be made available to meet the redundancy requirements. If it is not needed it is turned off / power save. Please let me know if this helps. ... View more

Ok the fans spinning up and then down along with the lights on the front would indicate to me the server itself is ok and booting up normally. The fact that you used this monitor on another UCS in the same manner seems to indicate the issue is most likely with this server and a video out issue. I would suggest opening a TAC case and include all these steps you have taken. If you are able you may try reseating all your memory and booting up the server again. Hope this helps. Sent from Cisco Technical Support iPhone App ... View more

The host upgrade utility is not supported until release 1.2. This may have been the cause of some of your upgrade issues. You are running a BIOS of 1.4 from what I can see. You will have to try to upgrade your CIMC version to release 1.2 and the. Use the HUU to get you to 1.4 Sent from Cisco Technical Support iPhone App ... View more