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Chapter 2
Installation
Unpacking the Server
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Unpacking the Server
Hewlett-Packard shipping containers are designed to protect their contents under normal shipping
conditions. After the equipment arrives, carefully inspect each carton for signs of shipping damage. A tilt
indicator is installed on each carton shipped. The beads in the indicator will roll to the upper position if the
container has been tilted to an angle that could cause equipment damage. The tilt indicator itself will have
two windows and each window under normal conditions will show four beads present. If a carton has been
mishandled, accidentally dropped, or knocked against something, the tilt indicator will indicate missing
beads. If damage is found, document the damage with photographs and contact the transport carrier
immediately.
Examine the server cabinet for visible shipping damage. After unpacking the cabinet, check for damage that
may have been obscured by the shipping container. If damage is found after visual inspection, document the
damage with photographs and contact the transport carrier immediately.
If the equipment has any damage, a damage claim form must be obtained by the customer from the shipping
representative. The customer should complete the form and return it to the shipping representative.
NOTE The server may come already racked, or ready for rack installation.
Unpacking a Racked Server
This section contains information pertaining to unpacking the cabinet.
WARNING Wear protective glasses while cutting the plastic bands around the shipping
container. These bands are under tension. When cut, they can spring back and cause
serious eye injury.
NOTE Position the pallet allowing for enough space to roll the cabinet off the pallet before starting.
Remove the cabinet using the following procedure:
Step 1. Cut the polystrap bands around the shipping container.
Step 2. Lift the cardboard top cap from the shipping box. See Figure 2-1.
Step 3. Remove the corrugated wrap from the pallet.
Step 4. Remove the packing materials.