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Server setup 31
CAUTION: Do not operate the server for long periods with the
access panel open or removed. Operating the server in this manner
results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to thermal
damage.
Identifying server shipping carton contents
Unpack the server shipping carton and locate the materials and documentation
necessary for installing the server.
The contents of the server shipping carton include:
• Server
• Power cord
• Keyboard and mouse (not included in all configurations)
• Hardware documentation, Documentation CD, and software media
In addition to the supplied items, you may need:
• Optional hard drives, array controllers, and tape drives
• Operating system or application software
• UPS or PDU
Installing hardware options
Install any hardware options before initializing the server. For options installation
information, refer to the option documentation. For server-specific information,
refer to "Hardware options installation (on page 35
)."
Setting up a server
1. Connect peripheral devices to the server.