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Server Setup
In This Section
Optional Installation Services.......................................................................................................31
Rack Planning Resources .............................................................................................................32
Optimum Environment.................................................................................................................33
Rack Warnings .............................................................................................................................36
Identifying the Server Shipping Carton Contents.........................................................................37
Installing Hardware Options.........................................................................................................37
Installing the Server into the Rack ...............................................................................................38
Powering Up and Configuring the Server ....................................................................................39
Installing the Operating System ...................................................................................................40
Registering the Server ..................................................................................................................41

Optional Installation Services

Delivered by experienced, certified engineers, HP Care Pack services help you
keep your servers up and running with support packages tailored specifically for
HP ProLiant systems. HP Care Packs let you integrate both hardware and
software support into a single package. A number of service level options are
available to meet your needs.
HP Care Pack Services offer upgraded service levels to expand your standard
product warranty with easy-to-buy, easy-to-use support packages that help you
make the most of your server investments. Some of the Care Pack services are:
• Hardware support
− 6-Hour Call-to-Repair
− 4-Hour 24x7 Same Day
− 4-Hour Same Business Day
• Software support
− Microsoft®
− Linux