Stand-Alone A-Class Server Unpack and Install Instructions

Overview

Unpacking the A-Class server consists of opening and unloading the carton. Inside the carton you will find, in addition to the server, an accessory kit and a packet containing installation instructions and regulatory information.




	NOTE: The following instructions do not apply to A-Class servers that are received pre-installed in a cabinet. These procedures pertain to individual servers, only.

Open and Unload the Carton

Place the sealed carton on a work surface with the correct side up as indicated by the "This Side Up" symbol (below).
CAUTION: Use sharp instruments carefully when unpacking electronics equipment. Failure to follow this precaution may result in personal injury or damage to components.
Carefully open the carton, remove the contents, and set them on the work surface. Each carton will contain:
- The server.
- An accessory kit.
- A packet containing installation instructions and regulatory information.




	NOTE: Report any missing items to your local Hewlett-Packard office immediately. If there is obvious freight damage, contact your shipper immediately. We recommend that you retain all packing materials in case any of the items received require return to Hewlett-Packard.

Unpack the Server




	CAUTION: Do not set the server on its side, or in any position other than upright on its rubber "feet," for operation. Failure to observe this precaution may result in component damage or loss of system reliability.

Carefully unwrap the server and set it upright on the work surface.

Open the Accessory Kit

Open the Accessory Kit and verify that the contents agree with the packing list.




	NOTE: Plastic Front Anchor Bracket end caps are included in each kit. Do not discard them. They will be needed if the server is installed in a cabinet.

Open the Installation Instructions and Regulatory Information Packet

The Installation Instructions/Regulatory Information Packet contains the following information:

Installation Instruction Sheet (A5182-96002), which includes:
- Basic cable connection information necessary to power on and boot the server to the Firmware Main Menu screen.
- The Universal Resource Locator (URL) for the A-Class Server home page on the World Wide Web.
Regulatory Information. Contains consumer safety and regulatory statements for the United States and for those countries that require publishing and dissemination of their own consumer safety and regulatory data.

Installing a Stand-alone System

A-Class servers are compact in design and can be installed on table or desk tops in the same manner as any standard Personal Computer (PC).

Heating and cooling conditions must be met for the system to function at peak efficiency.

Attention must be paid to system access. There must be room for external connections on the rear of the server and there must be ready access to an electrical outlet with the correct electrical output. These environmental requirements are found in the section titled, “ A-Class Server Site Preparation ”.

When you have installed the server and are ready to connect external devices, refer to the,“External Connections” section.

To power up and boot the server, refer to the section titled, “A-Class Server Power Up and Boot Procedures”.