Powering Up And Configuring The Server; Installing The Operating System - HP ProLiant ML310 Generation 3 User Manual

Powering up and configuring the server

To power up the server, press the Power On/Standby button.
Press the F9 key, when prompted during the boot process, to access RBSU ("HP
ROM-Based Setup Utility" on page 61) and change the server settings, such as
language and operating system. The system is set up by default for the English
language.
For more information on the automatic configuration, refer to the ROM-Based
Setup Utility User Guide located on the Documentation CD.

Installing the operating system

To operate properly, the server must have a supported operating system. For the
latest information on supported operating systems, refer to the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/go/supportos).
Two methods are available to install an operating system on the server:
•
SmartStart assisted installation—Insert the SmartStart CD into the CD-ROM
drive and reboot the server.
•
Manual installation—Insert the operating system CD into the CD-ROM drive
and reboot the server. This process may require you to obtain additional
drivers from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support).
Follow the on-screen instructions to begin the installation process.
• Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding
plug is an important safety feature.
• Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet
that is easily accessible at all times.
• Unplug the power cord from the power supply to disconnect
power to the equipment.
• Do not route the power cord where it can be walked on or
pinched by items placed against it. Pay particular attention to
the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the cord extends
from the server.
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