Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Server

Starting your server

Before you start your server for the first time:

■Make sure that the server and monitor are plugged into a power outlet or UPS and that the UPS (if you are using one) is turned on.

■Make sure that all cables are connected securely to the correct ports and jacks on the back of the server.

When you connect peripheral devices to the server, make sure that

Caution your server and devices are turned off and the power cords are unplugged.

To start the server:

1 Press the power button.

Power button/power indicator LED

When the power

It means...

indicator LED is...

 

 

 

Green

The server is turned on.

 

 

Off

The server is turned off.

 

 

Slowly blinking

Low power state (S1 — S3)

 

 

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