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Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD

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

Note: If your server model comes with an operating system, such as Microsoft Windows 2000 Datacenter Server, Windows Server 2003 Datacenter Edition, or VMware ESX server, see the software documentation provided with your software for configuration information.

If a later version of the ServerGuide program is available, you can download a free image of the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, or you can purchase the CD. To download the image, go to the IBM ServerGuide Web page at http://www.ibm.com/pc/qtechinfo/MIGR-4ZKPPT.html.To purchase the latest ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, go to the ServerGuide fulfillment Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/coupon/.

The ServerGuide program has the following features to make setup easier:

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

vServeRAID Manager program, which configures your ServeRAID adapter or integrated SCSI controller with RAID capabilities

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

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

ServerGuide features

Features and functions can vary slightly with different versions of the ServerGuide program. To learn more about the version that you have, start the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD and view the online overview. Not all features are supported on all server models.

The ServerGuide program requires a supported IBM server with an enabled startable (bootable) CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. In addition to the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, you must have your operating-system CD to install your operating system.

The ServerGuide program has the following features:

vSets system date and time.

vDetects the SCSI RAID adapter, controller, or integrated SCSI controller with RAID capabilities and runs the SCSI RAID configuration program.

vChecks the microcode (firmware) levels of ServeRAID adapters to determine whether a later level is available from the CD. You can perform updates without using diskettes.

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

vProvides diskette-free installation for supported operating systems.

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

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Contents ERserver Page ERserver Page Contents Iv xSeries 445 Type 8870 User’s Guide Safety To Connect To Disconnect Do not ≥ 18 kg 39.7 lb ≥ 32 kg 70.5 lb ≥ 55 kg 121.2 lb 82 kg 180 lb XSeries 445 Type 8870 User’s Guide Related documentation Introducing the IBM xSeries 445 serverClick Continue Learn section, click Online publicationsMicroprocessor Features and specificationsWhat your server offers Redundant connection Light path diagnostics featureRedundant cooling and power capabilities Large data-storage capacity and hot-swap capabilityReliability, availability, and serviceability features Memory mirroring UpdateXpress programActive Memory Memory scrubbing and Memory ProteXionIBM Universal Manageability IBM DirectorFront view Server controls, LEDs, and powerXSeries 445 Type 8870 User’s Guide Rear view of model with Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA Rear viewRemote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA connectors and LEDs Introducing the IBM xSeries 445 server Turning on the server Server power featuresTurning off the server XSeries 445 Type 8870 User’s Guide Integrated System Management Processor Update program Configuration/Setup Utility programConfiguring scalable partitions Ethernet controller configurationSystem Summary Using the Configuration/Setup Utility programStarting the Configuration/Setup Utility program Configuration/Setup Utility menu choicesSystem Card Data Power-on PasswordSystem Information Product DataStart Options Administrator PasswordAdvanced Setup Memory SettingsError Logs ASM SettingsScalability Port Configuration Scalable Partition SettingsCreating a scalable partition Configuring scalable partitionsConfiguring the server Deleting a scalable partition Remote console redirectionPower-on password PasswordsAdministrator password ServerGuide features Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CDTypical operating-system installation Setup and configuration overviewRSA II-EXA Installing your operating system without ServerGuideUsing the LSI Logic Configuration Utility program Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controllerUsing ServeRAID Manager Configuration wizard window Configuring the controllerClick Express configuration Using express configurationClick Custom configuration Using custom configurationConfiguration summary window ServeRAID Manager window Viewing the configurationServeRAID Manager help menu Getting assistanceHints and tips feature Identifying the Remote Supervisor Adapter Remote Supervisor AdaptersSetting up the Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA featuresSetup requirements Step Cabling and configuring the Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXAUSB connector ASM Interconnect portManagement ports Connect the RSA II-EXA breakout cable to the server Remote Supervisor Adapter II-EXA connectors Restrict to this brand field, select Servers Restrict to this brand field, select Servers Configuring and connecting to the ASM interconnect network XSeries 445 Type 8870 User’s Guide Configuring the server ASM interconnect network Ethernet configuration ASM interconnect network modem configuration Remote Supervisor Adapter features Setting up the Remote Supervisor AdapterCabling and configuring the Remote Supervisor Adapter PPP Remote Supervisor Adapter connectors Settings for Web-based remote Gateway Network InterfaceIP Address Subnet MaskDedicated to ASM Baud RateStop Bits Authentication Protocol Line TypeRemote IP Address Configuring the server If the installation is from a diskette, type a\NT\SETUP -q Select Save New Remote Control Password then, press Enter Using the ASM interconnect networkXSeries 445 Type 8870 User’s Guide Server name ASM Interconnect module needed Server name ASM Interconnect module needed Configuring the server ASM Interconnect network configuration Connecting modems to the ASM Interconnect network Using the PXE boot agent utility program Starting the PXE boot agent utility programPXE boot agent utility menu choices Before you call Using the documentationXSeries 445 Type 8870 User’s Guide Edition notice Appendix B. NoticesIBM TrademarksProduct recycling and disposal Important notesBattery return program Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada Industry Canada Class a emission compliance statementEuropean Union EMC Directive conformance statement Taiwanese Class a warning statementXSeries 445 Type 8870 User’s Guide Macedonia former Yugoslav Republic of, Madagascar, Mali XSeries 445 Type 8870 User’s Guide Index LSI Starting server XSeries 445 Type 8870 User’s Guide Page Part Number 02R2784
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