# Installing an AWS Outposts server
Installing an AWS Outposts server

When you order an Outposts server, you are responsible for installing the server. You can install the server yourself or contract a third party. The party installing the server must have specific permissions to verify the identity of the new device.

**Prerequisites**  
You must have an Outposts server at your site. For more information, see [Site requirements](outposts-requirements.md) in this guide, and [Create an Outpost and order capacity](https://docs.aws.amazon.com/outposts/latest/server-userguide/order-outpost-capacity.html) in the *AWS Outposts User Guide for Outposts servers*.

**Tasks**

1. [Grant permissions](install-grant.md) to install the Outposts server

1. [Inspect](install-inspect.md) the Outposts server equipment

1. (Optional) [Mount the Outposts server](install-mount.md) in a rack

1. [Connect the power source](install-power.md) and verify power

1. [Connect the Outposts server](install-network.md) to your network

1. [Configure connection and authorize the server](install-authorize.md)

**Tip**  
We recommend that you view the [Installing AWS Outposts Servers](https://explore.skillbuilder.aws/learn/course/8828/play/41533/installing-aws-outposts-servers) training video before and during the installation process. To access the training, you must sign in or create an account on [AWS Skill Builder](https://explore.skillbuilder.aws/learn). For troubleshooting, see [How do I troubleshoot an AWS Outposts server installation?](https://repost.aws/knowledge-center/outposts-server-failing)