No. Task Reference Avaya recommendation
devices to the
server
• Connecting the
power cord to
the power
supply
10 Power up the
server.
User Guide:
Power up the
server
Once the server is powered on, see Avaya application
installation instructions.
Server comes pre-installed with Avaya approved firmware,
settings and RAID configuration. Do not go to the HP website
for any updates unless instructed by Avaya.
Related links
Physically connecting the new server on page 26
Setting an administrator password
About this task
You can set a password to protect the server from changes to the BIOS settings. In addition, the
password protects against configuration changes such as updates to the Boot order, iLO
configuration, and Boot enable or disable.
If you add password for BIOS, you must protect, retain, and provide the password when changes to
the server are required.
Before you begin
Ensure that a monitor and USB keyboard are connected to the server.
Procedure
1. While restarting or turning on the server, at the HP splash screen press F9 to select System
Utilities.
2. Select System Configuration > BIOS Platform Configuration (RBSU) > Server Security.
3. Move the cursor to the Set Admin Password field, and press Enter.
4. Type a password and press Enter.
The system displays a message to confirm the password.
5. Press Esc to go back to System Utilities in the menu.
6. Press Enter to exit.
Related links
Physically connecting the new server on page 26
Physically connecting the new server
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