IBM 704 Server User Manual


 
About This Book
This book provides the instructions for completing your installation;
installing and removing server options; and configuring, modifying,
and troubleshooting your server. This book also provides
information to help you solve some of the simpler problems that
might occur. If you have not yet set up your server, refer to the
Setup sheet for instructions on cabling the server. Refer to the User's
Reference for more detailed information about the server's features.
If your server came with a RAID adapter installed, refer to the
RAID adapter documentation for instructions for configuring your
disk arrays.
How This Book is Organized
Chapter 1, “Introducing the PC Server 704,” introduces and
describes the PC Server 704. This chapter also includes an overview
of the server's features and components. In addition, this chapter
contains instructions for starting the server and using the CD-ROM
drive.
Chapter 2, “Installing Your Software,” describes the factors that you
might want to consider before installing hardware and software in
your server. This chapter also contains information about device
drivers and installing operating systems. Also included are
instructions for completing your installation.
Chapter 3, “Configuring Your Server,” contains instructions for
configuring your server. Also included are instructions for using
various utility programs.
Chapter 4, “Installing Options,” contains step-by-step instructions
for installing and removing hardware options, such as
memory-module kits, adapters, and internal drives. Instructions for
connecting external options are also included in this chapter.
Chapter 5, “Solving Problems,” contains information to help you
solve simple problems that you might encounter with your server.
This chapter includes an overview of diagnostic tools, instructions
for testing the server, lists of error messages, and troubleshooting
charts. This chapter also contains information about checking the
server for damage, and resolving configuration conflicts.
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