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3
Powering On the System
This chapter includes instructions for booting the servers and for enabling the
service processor network management port.
This chapter contains the following topics:
■ “Powering On the System for the First Time” on page 37
■ “Enabling the Service Processor Network Management Port” on page 44
■ “Logging Into the Service Processor” on page 45
■ “Using the Service Processor for Common Operations” on page 50
■ “Booting the Solaris Operating System” on page 56
■ “Verifying System Functionality” on page 59
Powering On the System for the First
Time
This section provides an overview and instructions for powering on your system the
first time.
ILOM System Console
When you power on the system, the boot process begins under the control of the
Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM) system console. The system console displays
status and error messages generated by firmware-based tests during system startup.
