Chapter 1. Introduction - IBM eServer xSeries 255 Installation Manual

Chapter 1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing an IBM
tecture™ features. This Installation Guide provides the information needed to:
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Packaged with this Installation Guide are software CDs that help you configure hard-
ware, install device drivers, and install the NOS.
Also included is an xSeries Documentation CD that provides detailed information
about this server.
If you have access to the World Wide Web, you can obtain up-to-date information
about your server model and other IBM server products at
http://www.ibm.com/eserver/xseries/ on the World Wide Web.
See the Rack Installation Instructions for complete rack installation and removal
instructions.
© Copyright IBM Corp. 2002
Set up and cable your server
Start and configure your server
Install your network operating system (NOS)
Record your product information in this table.
Product name
Machine type
Model number
Serial number
Eserver xSeries
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255 Type 8685 with IBM X-archi-
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