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Observe all safety requirements and prepare for installation.
See Preparing for Installation.
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Gather required network information.
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Netmask
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IP address for the SP
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Gateway IP address
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Connect a terminal or a terminal emulator (PC or workstation) to the server
SER MGT port.
A null modem configuration is needed, meaning the transmit and receive signals
are reversed (crossed over) for DTE to DTE communications. You can use an RJ-45
crossover adapter with a standard RJ-45 cable to achieve the null modem
configuration. See SER MGT Port Pinout.
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Configure a terminal or terminal emulator with these settings:
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9600 baud
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8 bits
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No parity
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1 Stop bit
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No handshake
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(Optional) Connect an Ethernet cable between the server's NET MGT port and the
network to which future connections to the SP and host will be made.
Configure the system for the first time through the SER MGT port. After the
initial configuration, you can set up communication between the SP and host
through this Ethernet interface.
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Connect an Ethernet cable between one of the server's NET ports and the
network to which the server will communicate.
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Connect the power cords to the power supplies and to separate power
sources.
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Make a serial connection to the SP prior to plugging in the power cords.
After making this serial connection, you will be able to view the system
messages when you connect the power cords.
When the power cords are connected, the SP initializes and the power supply
LEDs illuminate. After a few minutes, the SP login prompt is displayed on the
terminal device. At this time, the host is not initialized or powered on.
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Continue with the installation by powering on the server for the first
time.
See Power on the Server for the First Time.