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Setting Up the HP Server, Setup Steps, Preparations, Installing the HP Server, Installing Options - server tower

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1 Setting Up the HP Server Setup Steps This chapter provides a quick overview of the most efficient way to set up your HP Tower Server tc2100. It is important to follow the setup steps in this chapter in the exact order listed here, but skip any steps that do not apply to your situation. References are provided to chapters within this guide or other Installation guides, for more information about installation and upgrades of this HP Server. Preparations CAUTION The standard HP Server tc2100 weighs approximately 13.5 kg. (30 lbs) and 22.6 kg. (50 lbs) fully loaded, excluding a keyboard and monitor. Use appropriate lifting precautions when you move the Server. 1) Verify Contents 2) Save Packaging 3) Find the Installation Kit 4) Locate Support Documentation Unpack the contents of the shipping box and locate the ReadFirst sheet for a quick reference to installing the HP Server tc2100. The ReadFirst sheet parallels this chapter, but has the most up to date information concerning installation. Verify the contents of the shipping box (including the installation kit) against the Contents list included with your HP Server tc2100. If anything is missing or damaged, call your reseller. Store the empty boxes and packing material in a safe place. This is especially important if you plan to ship the HP Server tc2100 elsewhere for final installation. HP Server tc2100 Installation Kit This kit contains the ReadFirst sheet, the Installation Guides, and the HP Startup CD-ROM shipped with each HP Server tc2100. HP Server tc2100 Installation Guide This document describes installation, hardware upgrades, configuration, and troubleshooting of your HP Server. 1

Section	Page
1 Setting Up the HP Server	7
Setup Steps	7
Preparations	7
Installing the HP Server	7
Installing Options	7
Applying Power to the Server	10
2 Controls, Ports, and Indicators	13
Introduction	13
Front Panel	13
Additional Front Panel Controls and Indicators	14
Rear View	16
Applying Power to the HP Server	17
Powering-Up the Server	18
Powering-Down the Server	19
Connecting AC Power to Multiple-Server Configurations	19
Sleep States (ACPI)	19
3 Opening and Closing the HP Server	23
Introduction	23
Tools Required	23
Removing the Covers	23
Removing the Side Cover	24
Removing the Front Bezel	25
Replacing the Upper Front Bezel	26
Replacing the Left Side Cover	27
4 Installing Mass Storage Devices	29
Introduction	29
Tools Required	29
Mass Storage Guidelines	29
Boot Priority	31
IDE Mass Storage Devices	32
IDE Controller Configuration	32
IDE Mass Storage Additions	32
SCSI Mass Storage Devices	33
SCSI Controller Configuration	33
SCSI Mass Storage Additions	34
Installing a Second Hard Disk Drive	34
Installing a Third Hard Disk Drive	38
Installing an Optional Backup Tape Drive	40
5 Installing Additional Memory	43
Introduction	43
Tools Required	43
Memory Installation Guidelines	43
Installing Additional DIMMs	44
Removing DIMMs	48
6 Installing Additional Boards	51
Introduction	51
Tested PCI Boards	51
Tools Required	51
Accessory Board Installation Guidelines	52
IRQ Settings	52
Installing a Disk Array Controller Board	52
Boot Priority	52
Installing Accessory Boards	54
Removing Accessory Boards	59
7 Connecting the Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse, and UPS	61
Introduction	61
Connecting the UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply)	62
8 Configuring the HP Server	63
Introduction	63
HP Startup CD-ROM	64
Accessing the HP Startup CD-ROM	64
Contents of the HP Startup CD-ROM	65
NOS Installation	65
DiagTools	65
Setup (BIOS) Utility	66
Accessing the Setup Utility	66
Menu Bar	66
Using the Setup Screens	69
Changing the System Date and Time	69
Setting Boot Passwords	70
SCSI Configuration Utility	73
9 Troubleshooting	75
Introduction	75
Tools Required	76
Common Installation Problems	76
Troubleshooting Sequence	77
Server Will Not Power On	77
Problems after Server is Powered On	78
Error Messages	79
POST Error Messages	81
POST Error Codes	82
Beep Codes	82
Clearing the CMOS Configuration	83
Resetting a Lost Password	84
Hardware Problems	85
Monitor Does Not Work	85
Keyboard or Mouse Does Not Work	86
CD-ROM Drive Does Not Work	86
SCSI Device Does Not Work	86
Replacing a Battery	87
Problems Running the Setup Utility	88
A Specifications	89
Introduction	89
Requirements	89
System Board Layout	92
B Regulatory Information	93
Regulatory Notices - Electromagnetic Compliance	93
Notice for United States	93
Declaration of Conformity (US and EU)	95
Regulatory Notices - Product Safety	96
CDROM and Laser Safety Statements	96
Battery Safety Statements	97
Accessory Board Safety Statements	97
C Service and Support	99
D Warranty and Software License	101
Warranty	101
HP Software Product License Agreement	101
Non-Nuclear Usage	102