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Performing initial system configuration

After you receive your PowerEdge system, you must set up your system in the enclosure, install the operating system if it is not pre-installed, and set up and configure the system iDRAC IP address.

Setting up your system

1.Unpack the sled.

2.Remove the I/O connector cover from the sled connectors.

CAUTION: While installing the sled, ensure that it is properly aligned with the slot on the enclosure, to prevent damage to the sled connectors.

3.Install the sled in the enclosure.

4.Turn on the enclosure.

NOTE: Wait for the chassis to initialize before you press the power button.

5.Turn on the sled by pressing the power button on the sled. Alternatively, you can also turn on the sled by using:

The sled iDRAC. For more information, see Logging in to iDRAC.

The enclosure Chassis Management Controller (CMC), after the sled iDRAC is configured on the CMC. For more information, see the CMC User’s Guide at dell.com/esmmanuals.

Related Links

Installing the sled

Setting up and configuring the iDRAC IP address

You can set up the iDRAC IP address using one of the following interfaces:

iDRAC Settings utility

Dell Lifecycle Controller

Dell Deployment Toolkit

CMC Web interface

You can configure iDRAC using one of the following interfaces:

iDRAC Web interface

RACADM

Remote services

IPMI tool

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Dell E02B owner manual Setting up your system, Setting up and configuring the iDRAC IP address