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HP ProLiant DL140 Server Setup and Installation Guide
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Problems After Initial Startup
After the server has passed POST, errors may still be encountered, such as an inability to load the
operating system. Use Table C-5 to troubleshoot server installation problems that occur after the
initial startup.
For updated information on supported operating systems, refer to Appendix E, “Server
Specifications,” or go to
www.hp.com
NOTE: If the server is rebooting repeatedly, be sure that the system is not restarting due to a
Watchdog Timer power up caused by another problem.
Table C-5: Server Does Not Have Video
Problem
Possible Cause
Possible Solution
Server cannot load
operating system.
Required operating
system step was missed.
Follow these steps:
1. Note at which phase the operating system
failed.
2. Remove any loaded operating system
components.
3. Refer to the operating system
documentation.
4. Reinitiate
installation
procedures.
Primary hard drive
controller installation is
incorrect.
Run BIOS Setup by pressing the DEL key and
correct this problem.
Hard drive controller order
is incorrect.
Run BIOS Setup by pressing the DEL key and
correct this problem.
Encountered problem after
new hardware was added
to the system.
Refer to the documentation provided with the
hardware.
Remove the new hardware.
Problem was encountered
with hardware added to a
system with a
factory-installed operating
system.
The factory-installed operating system software
installation must be completed before adding
new hardware to the system.
Be sure that all instructions provided in the HP
Factory-Installed Operating System Software
Installation Guide are being followed.
Remove the new hardware and complete the
software installation. Then, reinstall the new
hardware.
Note: Refer to Chapter 5, “Server Configuration and Utilities,” or for complete instructions on the use
of BIOS Setup.
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