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Initial System Startup
Problems that occur at initial system startup are usually caused by incorrect installation or configuration. Hardware failure is a less frequent cause.
Checklist
•Are all cables correctly connected and secured?
•Are the processors fully seated in their sockets on the server board?
•Are all
•Are all jumper settings on the server board correct?
•Are all jumper and switch settings on
•Are all DIMMs installed correctly?
•Are all peripheral devices installed correctly?
•If the system has a hard disk drive, is it properly formatted or configured?
•Are all device drivers properly installed?
•Are the configuration settings made in BIOS Setup correct?
•Is the operating system properly loaded? Refer to the operating system documentation.
•Did you press the system power on/off switch on the front panel to turn the server on (power on light should be lit)?
•Is the system power cord properly connected to the system and plugged into a NEMA
•Is AC power available at the wall outlet?
•Are all integrated components from the tested components lists? Check the tested memory, and chassis lists, as well as the supported