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vDetects the SCSI RAID adapter, controller, or integrated SCSI controller with RAID capabilities and runs the SCSI RAID configuration program (with LSI chip sets for ServeRAID adapters only)

vChecks the microcode (firmware) levels of a ServeRAID adapter and determines whether a later level is available from the CD

vDetects installed hardware options and provides updated device drivers for most adapters and devices

vProvides diskette-free installation for supported Windows operating systems

vIncludes an online readme file with links to tips for your hardware and operating-system installation

Setup and configuration overview

When you use the ServerGuide 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 provides a list of tasks that are required to set up your server model. On a server with a ServeRAID adapter or integrated SCSI controller with RAID capabilities, you can run the SCSI RAID configuration program to create logical drives.

Note: Features and functions can vary slightly with different versions of the

ServerGuide program.

When you start the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, the program prompts you to complete the following tasks:

vSelect your language.

vSelect your keyboard layout and country.

vView the overview to learn about ServerGuide features.

vView the readme file to review installation tips for your operating system and adapter.

vStart the operating-system installation. You will need your operating-system CD.

Typical operating-system installation

You can use the ServerGuide program to shorten your installation time. The ServerGuide program provides the device drivers that are required for your hardware and for the operating system that you are installing. This section describes a typical ServerGuide operating-system installation.

Note: Features and functions can vary slightly with different versions of the

ServerGuide program.

1.After you have completed the setup process, the operating-system installation program starts. (You will need your operating-system CD to complete the installation.)

2.The ServerGuide program stores information about the server model, service processor, hard disk drive controllers, and network adapters. Then, the program checks the CD for newer device drivers. This information is stored and then passed to the operating-system installation program.

3.The ServerGuide program presents operating-system partition options that are based on your operating-system selection and the installed hard disk drives.

4.The ServerGuide program prompts you to insert your operating-system CD and restart the server. At this point, the installation program for the operating system takes control to complete the installation.

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Contents ERserver Page ERserver Page Contents Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance Safety Vi IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840 User’s Guide Safety Statement Safety IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840 User’s Guide Related documentation Introducing the IBM xSeries 346 TypeIBM xSeries 346 Type 8840 User’s Guide Features and specifications Features and specificationsWhat your server offers Reliability, availability, and serviceability IBM Director UpdateXpress program Front view IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840 User’s Guide ASM Rear viewTurning on the server Server power featuresTurning off the server Introducing the IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840 IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840 User’s Guide Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program Configuring the serverConfiguration/Setup Utility menu choices Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility programMemory Settings Power-on PasswordAdministrator Password Advanced SetupSystem Event/Error Log Baseboard Management Controller SettingsEvent/Error Logs Post Error LogPower-on password PasswordsServerGuide features Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CDAdministrator password Typical operating-system installation Setup and configuration overviewEnabling the Scsi HostRAID feature Installing your operating system without ServerGuideConfiguring the controller Select Create new RAID-1 Select Stripe SizeUsing the Boot Menu program Viewing the configurationConfiguring the Ethernet controllers Serial over LAN Using the baseboard management controllerBios update and configuration Command-line interface Ipmi ShellRed Hat Enterprise Linux ES 2.1 configuration Linux configurationAdd the following lines between the two image= sections Original /etc/lilo.conf contents Add the following five lines between the two title= sections Original /boot/grub/grub.conf contents Suse Sles 8.0 configuration Append the following text to the first title line Microsoft Windows 2003 Standard Edition configuration Original bootcfg program output Installing the OSA SMBridge management utility programConfiguring the server Using the OSA SMBridge management utility program Using the baseboard management controller utility programsCLI command-line interface mode Starting the SCSISelect Utility program Using the SCSISelect Utility programSCSISelect Utility menu choices Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance Using the documentationBefore you call Getting help and information from the World Wide Web Software service and support Hardware service and supportEdition notice Appendix B. NoticesImportant notes TrademarksProduct recycling and disposal Battery return program European Union EMC Directive conformance statement Industry Canada Class a emission compliance statementAvis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada IBM xSeries 346 Type 8840 User’s Guide Scsi IndexSerial connector Page Part Number 31R1192
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