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Compaq ProLiant 5000 Servers Reference Guide
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Installation Sequence Outline
The following sequence should be performed when installing your Compaq
ProLiant 5000 Server for the first time. This sequence is the same as indicated
on the quick installation chart that came with your new server. Additional
information on each step is provided elsewhere in this manual.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
equipment, the bottom stabilizers on the equipment must be fully extended.
Ensure that this is completed and the equipment is properly supported prior
to continuing with this procedure.
Figure 2-1. Extending the stabilizers until they lock in place
1. Unpack the server, keyboard, mouse and monitor (monitor not
supplied). Position your ProLiant 5000 Server.
2. Install hardware options.
a. Install any PCI or EISA expansion boards.
IMPORTANT: Install ISA expansion boards after the Compaq System
Configuration Utility has been run during the SmartStart portion of the installation
sequence. (See Chapter 6, “Using the Compaq System Configuration Utility,” for
additional information.)
