Setup Flow - NEC Express5800/120Rd-2 Service Manual

2-2 Setting Up Your Server

SETUP FLOW

Follow the flowchart below to set up the server.
Selecting the server site
Select a suitable site for the server.
Unpacking the system
Unpack the server and accessories from the shipping carton.
Assembling the rack-mount system
Assemble the 19-inch rack assembly and install the server.
Connecting peripheral devices
Connect peripheral devices to the server.
Connecting the power cord
Connect the power cord to the server.
Turning on the server
Power on the server and start software setups. Setups depend on the optional
internal devices installed and the peripheral devices connected.
Installing the operating system
Install an operating system on the server. See Chapter 4.
Installing the utilities
Install the utilities in the provided EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM.
Refer to the EXPRESSBUILDER User's Guide, located on your EXPRESSBUILDER
CDROM, for details.
Making backup copies of system information
After all the system setup procedures are completed, make backup copies of system
information.
System information is required for recovering the server from the failure or after
replacing the system board.