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Solution hardware setup

To set up the solution, install any options that have been purchased, cable the solution, configure and update the firmware, and install the operating system.

  • Solution setup checklist
    Use the solution setup checklist to ensure that you have performed all tasks that are required to set up your solution.
  • Installation Guidelines
    Use the installation guidelines to install components in your solution.
  • Memory module installation rules and order
    There are a number of criteria that must be followed when selecting and installing memory modules in your server.
  • Install solution hardware options
    This section includes instructions for performing initial installation of optional hardware. Each component installation procedure references any tasks that need to be performed to gain access to the component being replaced.
  • Install the enclosure in a rack
    Use this information to install the enclosure in a rack.
  • Cable the enclosure
    Attach all external cables to the solution. Typically, you will need to connect the solution to a power source, to the data network, and to storage. In addition, you will need to connect the solution to the management network.
  • Power on nodes
    When a tray is plugged into the enclosure, each node performs a short self-test (power LED flashes quickly - 4 times per second). Once the self test is completed successfully, the node enters a standby state (power LED flashes slowly - once per a second).
  • Power off nodes
    Each node remains in a standby state when it is connected to a power source, allowing the Lenovo XClarity Controller to respond to remote power-on requests.