Chapter 1. Introduction - IBM eServer xSeries 440 Installation Manual

Chapter 1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing an IBM
X-Architecture
This Installation Guide provides the information that is needed to:
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Packaged with the Installation Guide is an IBM xSeries Documentation CD, and the
Rack Installation Instructions, which provide detailed information about your server
and basic instructions for installing your system into a rack.
Your server comes with a limited warranty. If you have access to the World Wide Web,
you can obtain up-to-date information about your xSeries 440 model and other IBM
server products at http://www.ibm.com/eserver/xseries/.
Product name
Type
Model number
Serial number
The machine type and serial number are located on the ID label located on the left
side of the bezel just above the hard disk drives.
ID label
1. X-Architecture technology combines proven, innovative IBM designs to make your Intel-processor based sever powerful, scalable,
and reliable. For more information about IBM X-Architecture technology, go to
http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/eserver/xarchitecture/enterprise/index.html.
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Enterprise technologies
Set up and cable your server
Start and configure your server
Install options
Install your operating system
Perform basic troubleshooting of your server
Record your product information in this table.
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Eserver xSeries
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