Installing the operating system – HP ProLiant DL580 Gen8 Server User Manual
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Setup 37
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Connect the power cord to the AC power source.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment:
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Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety
feature.
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Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all
times.
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Unplug the power cord from the power supply to disconnect power to the equipment.
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Do not route the power cord where it can be walked on or pinched by items placed against it.
Pay particular attention to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the cord extends from
the server.
Installing the operating system
This ProLiant server ships with Intelligent Provisioning installed. Everything needed to manage and install the
system software and firmware is preloaded on the server.
To operate properly, the server must have a supported operating system. For the latest information on
operating system support, see the HP website
To install an operating system on the server, use one of the following methods: