C H A P T E R 3

Powering On the System

This chapter includes instructions for booting the servers and for enabling the service processor network management port.

The following topics are included:

“Powering On the System for the First Time” on page 41

“Enabling the Service Processor Network Management Port” on page 46

“Logging Into the Service Processor” on page 46

“Using the Service Processor for Common Operations” on page 53

“Booting the Solaris Operating System” on page 57

“Verifying System Functionality” on page 60

Powering On the System for the First Time

This section provides an overview and instructions for powering on your system the first time.

ILOM System Console

When you power on the system, the boot process begins under the control of the Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM) system console. The system console displays status and error messages generated by firmware-based tests during system startup.

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