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CHAPTER 2: Setting Up Your Server

Starting your server

Before you start your server for the first time:

• Make sure that the server and monitor are plugged into a power outlet or surge protector

and that the surge protector (if you are using one) is turned on.

• Make sure that all cables are connected securely to the correct ports and jacks on the back

of the server.

To start the server:

1 Turn on any peripheral devices connected to the server.

2 Press the power button (1), the Power LED (2) lights.

If nothing happens when you press the power button:

• Make sure that the power cable(s) is plugged in securely and that your surge protector

(if you are using one) is plugged in and turned on.

• Make sure that the monitor is connected to the server, plugged into the power outlet

or surge protector, and turned on. You may also need to adjust the monitor’s

brightness and contrast controls.

• If you cannot find the cause of the power loss, contact Gateway Customer Care. For

more information, see “Getting Help” on page 8.

3 The first time you turn on the server, any pre-installed operating system may begin asking

you for configuration settings. See your operating system’s documentation for instructions

on configuring advanced settings for your specific network.

Understanding the power-on self-test

When you turn on your server, the power-on self-test (POST) routine checks the server memory

and components. If POST finds any problems, the server displays error messages. Write down

any error messages that you see, then see “Error messages” on page 67 and “Beep codes” on

page 72 for troubleshooting information.

Caution

When you connect peripheral devices to the server, make sure that your

server and devices are turned off and the power cords are unplugged.

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