Server Configuration Guidelines; Pre- And Post-Installation Procedures; Server Configuration Overview; Opening The Server - HP ProLiant DL140 Installation Sheet

Server Configuration Guidelines

Observe the following important guidelines before performing any
of the configuration steps listed in the next section.
• For safety information and detailed procedures related to step 3
of the "Server Configuration Overview" section, refer to
Chapter 2 of the HP ProLiant DL140 Generation 2 Server
Maintenance and Service Guide.
• For safety information and detailed procedures related to the
rest of the steps listed in the "Server Configuration Overview"
section, refer to relevant chapter on the HP ProLiant DL140
Generation 2 Server User Guide.
• Refer to the HP ProLiant DL140 Generation 2 Server Support
CD for additional information and updates not provided in this
installation sheet. You can also access additional information
and documentation from the HP website at
either by connecting directly or through the Support CD.
NOTE: The procedures described in this installation sheet assume that the
server is out of the rack and is positioned on a flat, stable surface.
IMPORTANT: Observe the pre- and post-installation procedures described
in later sections when performing any configuration procedure.
CAUTION: Follow the ESD precautions listed in Chapter 2 of the HP
ProLiant DL140 Generation 2 Server Maintenance and Service
Guide when handling any hardware component.
WARNING: Failure to properly turn off the server before you
open the server or before you start removing/installing hardware
components may cause serious damage as well as bodily harm.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot
surfaces, allow the chassis and any installed hardware
component to cool before touching them.

Server Configuration Overview

The steps listed below give an overview of the necessary setup
procedures for preparing the HP ProLiant DL140 Generation 2
server for operation.
1. Select an appropriate site for the server.
2. Unpack the server and rack-mounting hardware.
3. Install other options.
Other options include additional memory, hard drives,
expansion boards, and external storage devices.
4. Connect the power cord and peripheral devices.
5. Turn on the server and determine the BIOS version.
Update the BIOS version if necessary.
6. Install a supported operating system of your choice.
For detailed procedures, refer to the documentation provided
by the OS vendor.
NOTE: For a list of operating systems supported by your ProLiant server,
http://www.hp.com/go/supportos
go to
7. Install the rack rails.
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8. Mount the server in the rack.
9. Configure the settings for the server's management functions.
For detailed procedures, refer to the Lights-Out 100i User
Guide.
Pre- and Post-Installation
Procedures
Pre-installation Procedures
1. Turn off the server and all the peripherals connected to it.
2. Unplug all cables from the power outlets to avoid exposure to
high energy levels that may cause burns when parts are
short-circuited by metal objects such as tools or jewelry.
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If necessary, label each one to expedite reassembly.
3. Disconnect telecommunication cables to avoid exposure to
shock hazard from ringing voltages.
4. Remove the top cover.
Post-installation Procedures
1. Be sure all components are installed according to the described
step-by-step instructions.
2. Check to make sure you have not left loose tools or parts inside
the server.
3. Reinstall any expansion board(s), peripheral(s), board cover(s),
and system cable(s) that have previously been removed.
4. Reinstall the top cover.
5. Connect all external cables and the AC power cord to the
system.
6. Press the power button
server.

Opening the Server

The top cover is detachable. You need to remove this cover before
you can remove or replace a server component.
To open the server:
1. Perform steps 1 through 3 of the pre-installation procedures.
2. Detach the top cover from the chassis:
a. Loosen the captive thumbscrew on the rear panel.
b. Slide the cover approximately 1.25 cm (0.5 in) toward the
rear of the unit, then lift the cover to detach it from the
chassis.
3. Place the top cover in a safe place for reinstallation later.
on the front panel to turn on the