Installation Procedure
This section provides an overview of the installation procedure.
Description Links
Review the entire installation procedure and find links
to more information about each step.
“Installation Procedure Overview” on page 13
Installation Procedure Overview
The following table lists the tasks you need to complete to install the Oracle Server X6-2.
Step Description Links
1 Review the product notes for any late-
breaking information about the server.
Oracle Server X6-2 Product Notes at https://www.oracle.com/
goto/x6-2/docs
2 Review the server site requirements,
specifications, and components;
confirm that you have received all
the items you ordered; familiarize
yourself with ESD and safety
precautions; and assemble the
required tools and equipment.
■ “Preparing for Server Installation” on page 15
■ “Site Planning Checklists” on page 133
3 Review the server features. “Server Features and Components” on page 27
4 Install any separately shipped optional
components.
“About System Components” in Oracle Server X6-2 Service
Manual
5 Review procedures for getting the
latest server firmware and software.
“Getting Firmware and Software Updates” on page 123
6 Install the server into a rack. “Installing the Server Into a Rack” on page 37
7 Attach cables and power cords to the
server.
“Cabling the Server and Applying Power” on page 71
8 Connect to Oracle Integrated Lights
Out Manager (ILOM).
“Connecting to Oracle ILOM” on page 79
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