Preface; Overview; Intended Audience; How To Use This Guide - Compaq ES40CSLP Installation, User & Service Manual

Overview

This guide provides the information necessary to install the Compaq ES40CSLP rackmount
system in a 48.26-cm (19-in.) EIA cabinet. It also provides information on operating and
troubleshooting the Compaq ES40CSLP rackmount system, and removing and replacing field
replaceable units (FRUs).

Intended Audience

This guide is intended for Compaq service personnel or qualified Self-maintenance customers
who are familiar with installing computer systems, and for system managers and others who
perform system management tasks.

How to Use This Guide

Read this guide before installing the ES40CSLP rackmount system.
Before installation review the warranty. The terms of the warranty agreement with Compaq
may require that a qualified Compaq Customer Services representative install the system.
Contact your local Compaq representative if you have any questions.

Organization

This guide is organized as follows:
Chapter 1, Introduction – Provides an overview of the ES40CSLP rackmount system and a
description of the basic components and controls.
Chapter 2, Installation – Provides site preparation, unpacking, system installation, and option
installation information.
Chapter 3, Operation – Provides information for powering up the system and verifying
system operation, booting and installing the operating system, system configuration and setup,
and updating firmware.
Chapter 4, Remote System Management – Provides information for using the remote
management console (RMC) to monitor and operate the system remotely.
Chapter 5, Removal and Replacement – Provides removal and replacement procedures for
the major system components.
Chapter 6, Troubleshooting and Diagnostics – Provides information for identifying and
resolving system problems that prevent proper operation.

Preface

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