1 Introduction
Basic Installation
This section provides the basic information for installing the NetServer System/6. For detailed information, refer to the applicable chapter or section. Please also read the section “General Operating Instructions” in this chapter before installing the storage system.
The basic steps for installing the storage system are as follows:
1.Unpack the device and inventory the accessories as described in the next section “Unpacking the NetServer Storage System/6.”
2.Plug in the power cord.
WARNING NetServer Storage System/6 does NOT have an auto ranging power supply. During initial unpacking and setup, verify the 230/115 voltage switch on the back of the power supply is set properly.
3.Turn the storage system on.
4.Verify that the LED readout displays HP and the system powers up. If the system powers up, continue with this section. If the system fails to power up, go to the chapter on troubleshooting in this manual.
5.Turn the power off and unplug the power cords.
6.Accept the default cabling configuration and SCSI address settings or configure the cabling for the devices and set the SCSI addresses as described in the chapter “Cabling Storage Devices and Setting SCSI Addresses.”
CAUTION It is important to follow the principles outlined in the chapter “Cabling Storage Devices and Setting SCSI Addresses.”
7.Install the
8.Install the SCSI device(s) in the SCSI device shelves as described in the chapter “Installing Hardware Accessories.”
9.Secure the storage system in its permanent location.
10. Connect the external power cords and cables.
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