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There is no need to press the Eject button. Just power on your server and press the [F8] function key

during the Power On Self Test (POST). This invokes OBDR to restore your system. For more information

and specific instructions please refer to our World Wide Web site at

http://www.hp.com/go/obdr

.

3.

Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the operating system. Normally, you can accept the default

response to all the prompts, for example just press .

4.

The LEDs will flash in OBDR mode (flashing-steady on-flashing) while the tape drive restores your

operating system to a state where it can run a normal data restore.

5.

Once the operating system has been set up and rebooted, the Ready LED display on the tape drive

changes to constant green and you can remove the backup cartridge, if you wish. You are now

ready to run a normal data restore. Follow the normal process for your restore application.

If restore fails

If the restore fails for any reason, refer to our World Wide Web site (

http://www.hp.com/go/obdr

) and

do a search on “OBDR” for detailed troubleshooting information.

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