Hitachi HA820 G2 - Setup and Initial Configuration; Server Setup Procedure

Hitachi Advanced Server HA820 G2 User Guide 49
Setup
Set up the server
Prerequisites
Before setting up the server:
• Download the latest SPV:
https://support.hitachivantara.com/en/user/answers/ownloads.html#hardwareoad
• Support validation required
• Verify that your OS or virtualization software is supported:
https://support.hitachivantara.com/en/user/answers/interoperabilihtml
• Read the operational requirements for the server:
Operational requirements
• Obtain the storage driver if needed:
◦ Download it from the support center website.
◦ Extract it from the SPV.
Procedure
Unbox the server
1. Unbox the server and verify the contents:
• A server
• A power cord
• Rack-mounting hardware
• Documentation
2. (Optional) Install hardware options.
For installation instructions, see "Hardware options installation."
Rack the server
3. Install the server in a rack.
The racking procedures are included with the rack rails.
a. Connect devices, cables, and cords to the server.
b. Secure cables using the cable management arm.