The setup process

Attach the new filer to the network so that you can use one of the setup methods to set up and configure your filer.

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Have a DHCP server on the same segment as your new F800 series or F900 series filer and intend to use the DHCP service to assign an IP address to the onboard interface

1. Locate the label that has the MAC address for the onboard interface on the left side of the back of the filer.
2. Record the MAC address in a copy of the Configuration Worksheet in Appendix A.
3. Configure the DHCP server to return a static IP address for the interface based on the MAC address for the onboard interface.

Are not using DHCP to configure the filer's onboard interface (e0)

Attach a serial console to the filer.

Gather the information and record it.

Gather the information described in Chapter 2, Information Gathering and record it on a photocopy of the Appendix A, Configuration Worksheet.

Select the setup method to configure the filer; follow the instructions on how to use the method.

Read Chapter 3, Setup to decide which setup method to use.

Verify the setup.

After completing the setup process, go to Chapter 4, After Setup Is Complete.