This chapter describes the tasks you must complete when setting up Oracle Database Appliance.
| Step | Task | Refer to | 
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Access the online product documentation for your release of Oracle Database Appliance. | |
| 2 | Review safety information before performing the installation. | Oracle Database Appliance Series Safety and Compliance Guide: Online at the product documentation site Important Safety Information for Oracle's Hardware Systems: Printed document included in the Accessory Kit | 
| 3 | Review system features and components. | |
| 4 | Complete the site preparation procedures. | |
| 5 | Rackmount the system. | |
| 6 | Connect cables. | For the Oracle Database Appliance X6 and X7 series, refer to the appropriate Deployment and User's Guide. For the Oracle Database Appliance X3-2/X4-2/X5-2 or Version 1, refer to the Getting Started Guide | 
| 7 | Connect to Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM). | For the Oracle Database Appliance X6 and X7 series, refer to the appropriate Deployment and User's Guide. For the Oracle Database Appliance X3-2/X4-2/X5-2 or Version 1, refer to the Getting Started Guide | 
| 8 | Deploy Oracle Database Appliance software. | For the Oracle Database Appliance X6 and X7 series, refer to the appropriate Deployment and User's Guide. For the Oracle Database Appliance X3-2/X4-2/X5-2 or Version 1, refer to the Getting Started Guide |