Setup Flow - NEC N8100-1056F User Manual

3-2 Setting Up Your Server

SETUP FLOW

Follow the flowchart below to set up the server.
Selecting the server site
Select a suitable site for the server and assemble the 19-inch rack assembly.
Unpacking the system
Unpack the server and accessories from the chipping carton box.
Install the server
Install the server into the rack assembly.
Connecting peripheral devices
Connect peripheral devices to the server.
Connecting the power cord
Connect the power cord to the server.
Turning on the server
Power on the server to start software setups. Setups depend on the optional
internal devices installed and the peripheral devices connected.
Installing the operating system
Install an operating system to the server. See Chapter 5.
Installing the utilities
Install the utilities in the provided NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM. See
Chapter 6.
Making backup copies of system information
After all the system setup procedures are completed, make backup copies of
system information.
System information is required for recovering the server from the trouble or after
replacing the system board.