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Setup
This chapter describes general operational requirements and safety reminders, as well the initial setup procedure for the
server.
Initial system installation
Depending on your technical expertise and the complexity of the product, for the initial system installation, select one of
the following options:
Ordering the Installation Service
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Setting up the server
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Installation Service
The Installation Service provides basic installation of Hitachi Vantara branded equipment, software products, as well as
Hitachi Vantara-supported products from other vendors that are sold by Hitachi Vantara or by authorized resellers. The
Installation Service is part of a suite of deployment services that are designed to give users the peace of mind that comes
from knowing that their Hitachi Vantara and supported products have been installed by a Hitachi Vantara specialist.
The Installation Service provides the following benefits:
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Installation by an authorized technical specialist.
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Verification prior to installation that all service prerequisites are met.
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Delivery of the service at a mutually scheduled time convenient to your organization.
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Allows your IT resources to stay focused on their core tasks and priorities.
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Full coverage during the warranty period for products that require installation by a Hitachi Vantara authorized
technical specialist.
For more information on the features, limitations, provisions, and ordering information of the Installation Service, contact
customer support:
Setting up the server
Prerequisites
Before setting up the server:
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Download the latest Service Pack for Advanced Server (SPV):
https://support.hitachivantara.com/en/user/answers/downloads.html#hardware-download
Hitachi Vantara might prompt you for your credentials.
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Verify that your OS or virtualization software is supported:
https://support.hitachivantara.com/en/user/answers/interoperability.html
If the UEFI requirements are not met, you might experience boot failures or other errors when installing the
operating system.
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If needed, do one of the following to download the storage driver:
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Download it from the Hitachi Vantara Support Center website:
https://support.hitachivantara.com/en/user/answers/downloads.html#hardware-download (for downloads)
Hitachi Vantara might prompt you for your credentials.
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