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Preparation for use and operation
Configuring the Server
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Note on
SCSI-ID
:
Please note that the SCSI-IDs for the hot-swapable hard disk drives are
permanently assigned (i.e. in the order 0, 1, 2, 3 from the bottom to top).
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Descriptions of operating systems not covered in the RAID controller
manual are provided in the appropriate readme files on the driver diskettes.
To find out how to operate
ServerStart
and for further information, refer to the
corresponding CD booklet (see “Related Publications” on page 87).
If you use
ServerStart
, you can skip the following sections on how to configure
the server and install the operating system. Continue with section “Cleaning the
Server” on page 64.
5.4.2
Configuration without ServerStart
Configuring HostRAID
The server is equipped with an onboard SCSI controller with HostRAID
functionality.
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To configure HostRAID the controller has its own RAID-Select Utility. For
further information see “Adaptec HostRAID User’s Guide“ on the
Server-
Books
CD (choose
Controllers
from the menu).
Configuring the PCI-RAID controller
If your server is fitted with a RAID controller, you must configure it as described
in the related documentation.
Configuring the PCI-SCSI controller
Configure the PCI-SCSI controller as described in the manufacturer's documen-
tation. Further information is available on the driver diskettes provided.
Installing the operating system
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Insert the installation disk and the CD of the operating system you want to install.
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Reboot the server.
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Follow the instructions on the screen and in the manual for the operating system.
If your server is equipped with a RAID controller, then please read how to install
the desired operating system in the related manual.
