IBM Netfinity 3000, User Handbook Manual

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Chapter 2. Getting started
This chapter describes how to use your server. In addition, this
chapter contains detailed information about attaching cables and
installing the operating system. This chapter also includes
information on arranging your workspace and instructions for using
the CD-ROM drive.
Note: For details about the server controls, status indicators, and
I/O connectors, see Chapter 1, “Introducing your Netfinity
3000 server” on page 1.
Before you install hardware and software in your server, you need
to determine the hardware, software, and operating system
requirements for your operating environment. Refer to your
ServerGuide package for details about installing an operating system
and other software. See Chapter 4, “Installing options” on page 67
for instructions on installing hardware in your server.
If you have not already done so, unpack and set up your server. If
you are not installing any optional hardware now, connect the
cables and power cord. Follow the instructions in “Cabling the
server” on page 24.
Note: After you unpack your server, locate the keys. At the time of
shipment, two keys are attached to the back of the server.
Record the key numbers in “Recording the identification
numbers” on page 244 then store them in a safe place. If you
lose them, you can order additional keys by calling Illinois
Lock Company at (847) 537-1800 or 1-800-299-5880
(http://www.illinoislock.com) in the U.S.
This chapter contains:
Questions or problems?
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Arranging your workspace
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Comfort
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Glare and lighting
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Air circulation
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Electrical outlets and cable lengths
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Using the stabilizing feet
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Cabling the server
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Starting the server
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Using the CD-ROM drive
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