HP ProLiant Storage Server User Guide (440584-005, June 2008)

Configuration checklist
Use the following checklist to make sure you have completed all configuration tasks for your HP
ProLiant Storage Server. The steps for each task are explained in more detail in subsequent chapters
of this guide.
Table 3 Installation and configuration checklist
ReferenceSteps
See “Checking kit contents” on page 20.
1. Unpack server, check kit contents, and
become familiar with front and back
panels of storage server. Locate and write
down serial number of storage server.
See the HP ProLiant rail installation instructions and
tower-to-rack conversion instructions, if applicable.
2. If you plan to rack the server, complete
the rail installation instructions.
See “Powering on the server” on page 20 and “Using the
direct attach method” on page 23.
3. Connect cables; (optional) connect a
keyboard, mouse, and monitor; power
on server; and log on to the server.
See “Accessing the HP Storage Server Management
console” on page 22.
4. Access the HP Storage Server
Management console.
See “Server configuration worksheet” on page 30.
5. Complete the storage server
configuration worksheet.
See “Running the Rapid Startup Wizard” on page 32.6. Run Rapid Startup Wizard.
See “Completing system configuration” on page 32.7. Complete system configuration.
See “Configuring storage server for Web access
(optional)” on page 155.
8. Configure storage server for Web
access, if necessary.
Installing the server
To install your HP ProLiant Storage Server, follow the instructions in the sections below:
• Locating and writing down the serial number
• Checking kit contents
• Powering on the server
Locating and writing down the serial number
Before completing the installation portion of this guide, locate and write down the storage server's
serial number, which you may need to access the HP Storage Server Management console later on
during the set up process.
The HP ProLiant Storage Server's serial number is located in three places:
• Top of the storage server
• Back of the storage server
• Inside the storage server shipping box
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