HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 User Manual page 42

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Read the Operational requirements for the server.

Read the safety and compliance information:

https://www.hpe.com/support/safety-compliance-enterpriseproducts

Take note of the iLO hostname and default login credentials on the serial number/ iLO information pull tab .

Procedure

1. Unbox the server and verify the contents:

Server

Power cord

Rack-mounting hardware (optional)

Printed setup documentation

The server does not ship with OS media. All system software and firmware is preloaded on the server.

2. (Optional) Install the hardware options.

3. Select the server orientation:

Tower orientation: Connect the peripheral cables and power cord.

Rack orientation:

If the server was shipped with the tower-to-rack conversion kit, install the tower-to-rack conversion kit.

If the server was shipped in a rack, remove the shipping brackets .

4. Decide how to manage the server:

Locally: Use a KVM switch or a connect a keyboard, monitor, and mouse.

Remotely: Connect to the iLO web interface and run a remote console:

a. Verify the following:

iLO is licensed to use the remote console feature.

If iLO is not licensed, visit the HPE website:

https://www.hpe.com/info/ilo

The iLO management port is connected to a secure network.

b. Using a browser, navigate to the iLO web interface, and then log in.

https://<iLO hostname or IP address>

Note the following:

If a DHCP server assigns the IP address, the IP address appears on the boot screen.

If a static IP address is assigned, use that IP address.

c. Enter the iLO login name and password, and then click Log In.

d. In the navigation tree, click the Remote Console & Media link, and then launch a remote console.

5. Press the Power On/Standby button.

For remote management, use the iLO virtual power button.

6. Configure the initial server setup.

7. Set up the storage .

8. Deploy an OS or virtualization software.

9. After the OS is installed, update the drivers.

HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen11 Server User Guide