Prioris Server Installation WITH ServerWORKS QUICK LAUNCH

This document is an installation guide for Digital Prioris servers, emphasizing the use of the ServerWORKS Quick Launch CD-ROM. It provides step-by-step instructions for setting up the server hardware and software.

The guide begins with a "Thank You" message, highlighting Digital's commitment to quality and support, and introduces ServerWORKS Quick Launch as a tool designed to streamline the installation and configuration of hardware components and network operating systems (like Windows NT and Novell NetWare). It also serves as an archive for server documentation, troubleshooting, and configuration utilities.

The installation process covers:

1. Preparation: Selecting a suitable workspace, ensuring proper airflow, and safety precautions for handling the server (due to its weight).
2. Unpacking and Inventory: Identifying all components included with the server, such as the server unit, keyboard, mouse, power cords, server keys, software/documentation kits, and SCSI cables/terminators.
3. Internal Options: Instructions for installing any internal options, emphasizing safety by removing side panels which activate power interlock switches, and using anti-static precautions. It also lists minimum server requirements if not factory pre-configured.
4. Cabling and Power: Connecting the mouse, keyboard, monitor (signal and power), and the server's AC power cord. Network cable connection is also mentioned if a network card is installed.
5. Power On: Turning on the monitor, then the server, and activating the Operator Control Panel (OCP).
6. Quick Launch CD-ROM: Using the ServerWORKS Quick Launch CD-ROM to create an MS-DOS partition, install utilities (SCU, diagnostics, RAID), and then install an operating system (Express for unattended, Conventional for traditional).
7. Optional Expansion Cards: Specific steps for configuring expansion cards (EISA, PCI, ISA) before running the Quick Launch CD-ROM.
8. Utility and Driver Diskettes: How to create operating system-specific device driver and server utility diskettes using the Conventional method of Quick Launch, or from a Windows workstation.
9. Registration and Support: Registering the server, reviewing documentation, and contacting Digital Customer Service or using the Digital BBS for technical assistance. The guide also mentions a 3-year on-site hardware warranty.
10. ServerWORKS Manager: Installing this software after OS installation to access server management interfaces, monitor statistics, view network topology, manage fault conditions, and support SNMP devices.

The document underscores the importance of ServerWORKS Quick Launch for an efficient and accurate server setup, optimized for Digital's Prioris servers.