Installation Procedure Overview

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The following table summarizes the tasks that you must perform to properly install the servers.

Step	Description	Links
1	Review the product notes for any late-breaking information about the server.	Oracle Server X8-2 - https://www.oracle.com/goto/x8-2/docs Oracle Server X8-2L - https://www.oracle.com/goto/x8-2l/docs
2	Prepare to install the server: Review the server site requirements, specifications, and components. Confirm that you received all the items you ordered. Familiarize yourself with electrostatic discharge (ESD) and safety precautions. Assemble the required tools and equipment.	Preparing for Server Installation Site Planning Checklists
3	Review the server features.	Server Features and Components
4	Install any separately shipped optional components.	About System Components in Oracle Server X8-2 Service Manual About System Components in Oracle Server X8-2L Service Manual
5	Review the server management features.	Server Management
6	Install the server into a rack.	Installing the Server Into a Rack
7	Attach cables and power cords to the server Power on the server.	Connecting Cables and Applying Power
8	Connect to Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM).	Using Oracle Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM)
9	Prepare storage drives and configure RAID.	Configuring Storage Drives for Operating System Installation
10	If applicable, install operating systems or virtual machines.	Installing an Operating System Oracle Servers X8-2 and X8-2L Operating Systems Installation Guide
11	Review procedures for controlling system power.	Controlling System Power
12	Review procedures for getting the latest server firmware and software.	Getting Firmware and Software
13	Troubleshoot installation issues.	Troubleshooting Installation Issues