Overview of Server Installation
6.
After verifying the server configuration, back up the system configuration. Refer
to the System Configuration Utility menu on the SmartStart CD for further
information on backing up the system configuration.
7.
Install any additional hardware. Refer to Chapter 3, “Hardware Options
Installation,” or the option kits, for detailed instructions on installing internal
hardware.
8.
Install any application software.
9.
Register the server at
register.hp.com
Operating Systems Purchased Separately
If you purchased the operating system separately, HP recommends that you install it
using the SmartStart CD. Refer to the ProLiant Essentials Foundation Pack for
instructions on using SmartStart. The first time the server is configured, the
SmartStart program automatically creates a necessary partition on the hard drive.
This partition cannot be used for any other purpose and is not a traditional system
partition.
When installing the operating system for the first time:
1.
Review all guidelines in the following sections:
2.
Install any hardware options. Refer to Chapter 3, “Hardware Options
Installation,” or the option kits, for detailed instructions on installing internal
hardware.
3.
Connect the power cord and any peripheral devices. Refer to Chapter 1, “Server
Features,” for the location of all rear panel connectors.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire, do not plug
telecommunications/telephone connectors into the network interface
controller (NIC) receptacle.
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