General System Configuration 7• The Dell Remote Access Controller/Modular Chassis User’s Guide provides detailedinformation on using the remote management features of the system.• The Dell OpenManage Server Assistant User’s Guide provides detailed information on thesystems management software applications, as well as information on alternative upgradepaths.• The network switch module documentation describes the features and how to use thenetwork switch modules.• Systems management software documentation describes the features, requirements,installation, and basic operation of the software.• Operating system documentation describes how to install (if necessary), configure,and use the operating system software.• Documentation for any components you purchased separately provides information toconfigure and install these options.• Updates are sometimes included with the system to describe changes to the system, software,and/or documentation.NOTE: Always check for updates on support.dell.com and read the updates first because theyoften supersede information in other documents.• Release notes or readme files may be included to provide last-minute updates to the systemor documentation or advanced technical reference material intended for experienced usersor technicians.Initial Setup1 Unpack the system and install it in a rack.See the Getting Started Guide and Rack Installation Guide for more information.2 Connect power to the power supplies.NOTE: Dell recommends that you power up the chassis prior to inserting server modules ifEthernet switch modules are installed. The Ethernet switch may take longer to boot than the servermodules, which may cause functions like PXE to fail due to the Ethernet switch not being fullybooted and ready to send packets.3 Connect the keyboard, video, and mouse to the KVM module.Figure 1-3 shows the basic cabling configuration for a KVM module.
