3-2 Setting Up Your Server

SETUP FLOW

Follow the flowchart below to set up the server.

Selecting the server site

Select a suitable site for the server. Assemble the 19-inch rack assembly.

Unpacking the system

Unpack the server and accessories from the chipping carton box.

Installing the server

Install the server into the rack assembly.

Connecting peripheral devices

Connect peripheral devices to the server.

Connecting the power cord

Connect the power cord to the server.

Turning on the server

Power on the server to start software setups. Setups depend on the optional internal devices installed and the peripheral devices connected.

Installing the operating system

Install an operating system to the server. See Chapter 5.

Installing the utilities

Install the utilities in the provided NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM.

See Chapter 6.

Making backup copies of system information

After all the system setup procedures are completed, make backup copies of system information.

System information is required for recovering the server from the trouble or after replacing the system board.