Understanding The Power-On Self-Test - Gateway 980 User Manual

Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Server
If nothing happens when you press the power button:
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The first time you turn on the server, any pre-installed operating system
may begin asking you for configuration settings. See your operating
system's documentation for instructions on configuring advanced settings
for your specific network
To select which device your server boots from:
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During server startup, press F10. The Boot menu opens.
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Select the device you want to boot from. Common choices include:
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Understanding the power-on self-test

When you turn on your server, the power-on self-test (POST) routine checks
the server memory and components. If POST finds any problems, the server
displays error messages. Write down any error messages that you see, then see
"Error messages" on page 83
information.
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Make sure that the power cords are plugged in securely and that your
surge protector (if you are using one) is plugged in and turned on.
Make sure that the monitor is connected to the server, plugged into
the power outlet or surge protector, and turned on. You may also need
to adjust the monitor's brightness and contrast controls.
Removable Dev. (Removable device)
ATAPI CDROM (CD drive)
Hard Drive
IBA GE NIC (Network boot)
and
www.gateway.com
"Beep codes" on page 86 for troubleshooting