Powering Up The Server; Installation Sequence; Operating System Purchased Separately - HP DL320 - ProLiant - G3 Setup And Installation Manual

Powering Up the Server

To power up the server:
1. Press the Power On/Off switch.
2. Confirm a successful power on sequence by ensuring that the Power On/Off LED
is illuminated green or amber.
After the server has successfully powered up, begin the configuration process. Refer
to Chapter 5, "Server Configuration and Utilities."
If the server does not power up successfully, or if it indicates a fault, refer to
Appendix D, "Troubleshooting."

Installation Sequence

CAUTION: To install an operating system on the server, use the installation
instructions in the following section. Otherwise, follow the instructions in the
"Preconfigured Operating System" section later in this chapter.

Operating System Purchased Separately

If the operating system was purchased separately, install the operating system by
following the instructions on the SmartStart and Support Software CD. Refer to the
Server Setup and Management pack for instructions on using SmartStart software.
The first time the server is configured, the SmartStart software automatically creates
a necessary partition on the hard drive. This partition cannot be used for any other
purpose and is not a traditional system partition.
When setting up the server for the first time:
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of damage to the server, complete the installation process
by following the procedures provided later in this chapter. When installing other hardware
options as part of the server installation, be sure to follow all procedures as defined in
Chapter 3, "Installing Hardware Options."
1. Power up the server. Refer to "Powering Up the Server" earlier in this chapter.
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