IBM SC32-P020-00 manual Setup and configuration overview

Page 39

Setup and configuration overview

When you use the Setup and Installation CD, you do not need setup diskettes. You can use the CD to configure any supported IBM server model. The setup program checks your system BIOS, service processors, and other system hardware to determine if system updates are available. The setup program provides a list of tasks that are required to set up your server model. On RAID servers, you can run the ServeRAID Manager program to create logical drives.

Note: Exact features and functions can vary with different versions of the

ServerGuide software.

When you start the Setup and Installation CD, the following happens:

vYou are prompted for your language, country, and keyboard layout. (This information is stored and later passed on to the NOS installation program.)

vThe ServerGuide program displays choices for running the configuration programs. For example:

–The Express Configuration method runs the required programs for your server, based on the hardware that is detected.

–The Custom Configuration method displays all programs that are available for your server, and you decide which programs to run.

–The Replicated Configuration method provides the option of duplicating your setup selections to other servers that are the same model.

vIf you select the Custom Configuration method, the following programs are optional. If you select the Express Configuration method, some or all of these programs are run, depending on the hardware that is detected.

–The Set Date and Time feature is provided so that you do not have to use the Configuration/Setup Utility program to access these settings.

–The Clear Hard Disks program is provided so you can delete all partitions on all hard disk drives. If the server has a ServeRAID adapter installed, you can select to restore the configuration on the ServeRAID adapter to the factory default settings.

–The ServerGuide program checks the server BIOS code and microcode (firmware) levels for supported options and then checks the CD for a newer level. CD content can be newer than the hardware. The ServerGuide program can perform a flash update of the BIOS code and supported microcode (firmware) options without the use of diskettes.

–The ServeRAID program starts, leading you through the entire configuration process.

–The Performance Optimizer program easily tunes your server for your environment.

–The ServerGuide program creates a System Partition on the default drive.

vThe ServerGuide program displays a confirmation summary, so that you will know when you have completed all the required tasks. Then, you are ready to install your NOS.

Notes:

1.Plug and Play adapters are configured automatically. Non-Plug and Play adapters or non-IBM adapters might require switch settings, additional device drivers, and installation after the NOS is installed. See the documentation that comes with the adapter.

2.Diagnostics for your server come in BIOS code or on a separate diagnostics CD.

Chapter 3. Using the ServerGuide CD 25

Page 38 Page 40
Image 39
Page 38 Page 40
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 Server controls and indicators Front viewTower 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 ServerGuide CD Configuring your serverConfiguration/Setup Utility SCSISelect Utility programUsing the Configuration/Setup Utility program Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility programSystem Summary Product Data Power-on PasswordAdministrator Password System InformationAdvanced Setup Start OptionsSystem Partition Visibility Core Chipset Control Memory SettingsIntegrated System Management Processor Settings Error LogsAdditional 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 Typical NOS installation Setting up or updating multiple serversSystem 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 Appendix B. Warranty information Warranty periodProblem 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
Top Page Image Contents