IBM SC32-P020-00 manual Using the ServerGuide CD

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Chapter 3. Using the ServerGuide CD

The ServerGuide CD includes easy-to-use software setup and installation tools that are specifically designed for your IBM server. The ServerGuide Setup and Installation program detects the server model and hardware options that are installed and uses that information during setup to configure the hardware. The ServerGuide tools simplify network operating system (NOS) installations by providing updated device drivers, and in some cases, installing them automatically.

If a later version of the ServerGuide software is available, you can download a free image of the software, or you can purchase the ServerGuide CD. To download the latest ServerGuide software, see the ServerGuide page on the IBM Support Web site at: http://www.ibm.com/pc/qtechinfo/MIGR-4ZKPPT.html/

To purchase the latest ServerGuide CD, see the ServerGuide Updates form that comes with your server library, or go to the ServerGuide fulfillment Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/coupon/.

The ServerGuide software has these features to make setup easier:

vAn easy-to-use interface with online help

vDiskette-free setup, and configuration programs that are based on detected hardware

vPerformance Optimizer program, which easily tunes your ServeRAID adapter settings for your server environment

vA system BIOS update program, which updates the BIOS code directly from the

CD

vDevice drivers that are provided for your server model and detected hardware

vNOS partition size and file-system type that are selectable during setup

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Contents Users Guide Page User’s Guide Page Contents Iv IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685 User’s Guide Safety To Connect To Disconnect Do not Viii IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685 User’s Guide Statement IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685 User’s Guide Safety Xii IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685 User’s Guide Introducing the xSeries 255 Type 8685 server Related publications Features and specifications Features and specificationsWhat your server offers Introducing the xSeries 255 Type 8685 server Reliability, availability, and serviceability Front view Server controls and indicatorsTower and rack models IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685 User’s Guide Rear view Turning on the server Server power featuresTurning off the server Standby mode Configuration/Setup Utility Configuring your serverSCSISelect Utility program ServerGuide CDStarting the Configuration/Setup Utility program Using the Configuration/Setup Utility programSystem Summary Administrator Password Power-on PasswordSystem Information Product DataStart Options Advanced SetupSystem Partition Visibility Integrated System Management Processor Settings Memory SettingsError Logs Core Chipset ControlAdditional Configuration/Setup Utility menu choices Power-on password Using passwordsStarting the SCSISelect utility program Using the SCSISelect utility programChoices available from the SCSISelect menu IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685 User’s Guide Using the ServerGuide CD Following is a summary of ServerGuide features Features at a glanceSetup and configuration overview Setting up or updating multiple servers Typical NOS installationSystem Partition Installing your NOS without ServerGuide IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685 User’s Guide Before you call Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistanceSoftware service and support Hardware service and support Warranty period Appendix B. Warranty informationProblem determination Checking software Warranty service and supportPurchasing additional services International Warranty ServiceWarranties of ANY Kind Appendix B. Warranty information Americas Brazil Part 2 Country-unique TermsCAMBODIA, LAOS, and Vietnam EUROPE, Middle EAST, Africa Emea Following Terms Apply to the Country Specified Egypt Italy IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685 User’s Guide Edition notice Appendix C. NoticesImportant notes TrademarksAvis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada Industry Canada Class a emission compliance statementTaiwanese Class a warning statement European Union EMC Directive conformance statementAppendix C. Notices IBM xSeries 255 Type 8685 User’s Guide Index Scsi Page IBM