Preparing server hardware

Use the server setup checklist to ensure that the server hardware is operational prior to cluster deployment.

Phase	Task
1	Unpack the server and install any separately shipped components/peripherals to the server. SE350-based servers SR630-based servers SR630 V2-based servers SR630 V3-based servers SR645-based servers SR645 V3-based servers SR650-based servers SR650 V2-based servers SR650 V3-based servers SR665 V3-based servers SD530-based servers SR950-based servers
2	Connect required internal cables if applicable. SR630-based servers SR630 V2-based servers SR630 V3-based servers SR645-based servers SR645 V3-based servers SR650-based servers SR650 V2-based servers SR650 V3-based servers SR665 V3-based servers SD530-based servers SR950-based servers
3	Install the server in the rack. SE350-based servers SR630-based servers SR630 V2-based servers SR630 V3-based servers SR645-based servers SR645 V3-based servers SR650-based servers SR650 V2-based servers SR650 V3-based servers SR665 V3-based servers SD530-based servers SR950-based servers
4	Connect external cables and power cords.
5	Verify BMC and UEFI firmware versions and update them to the required levels. For details, see Firmware/drivers/software updates.
6	Perform the green light check and resolve any installation issues. For details, see Troubleshooting.
7	(Optional) Image the server with a hypervisor and AOS combination if necessary. Verify the OS and hypervisor versions. For details, see Resources and downloads. Image the server by referring to Field installation guide.