Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Server

Starting your server

Before you start your server for the first time:

When you plug the AC power cords into the power supplies, wait for

Important 20 to 30 seconds. The system will automatically power on for about 3 seconds, then power down. This allows the BMC to initialize the out-of-band management capabilities.

■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:

■Press the power button.

Power/sleep LED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power button

 

Power/sleep LED

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power button

Standard control panel

Optional control panel

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