Using the HP Smart Setup EBSU Utility

You can use HP Smart Setup both before and after the OS is installed.

HP recommends that you obtain the latest version of the HP Insight Foundation Suite for Integrity with Linux. For more information about downloading HP Smart Setup, see “Obtaining the Latest HP Insight Foundation Suite for Integrity with Linux” (page 17).

•Before Installing the OS

Use any bootable, removable media containing HP Smart Setup to boot the server. With the media in the CD/DVD drive or USB HDD, the server boots to the HP Smart Setup EBSU utility, which provides an interface for offline setup and assists with configuration tasks, such as creating hard disk partitions and upgrading the firmware. Additionally, the HP Smart Setup EBSU utility provides a wizard called Smart Setup. The Smart Setup wizard guides you through preparing the system for and installing the OS. The HP Smart Setup EBSU utility works in conjunction with the Linux Installer media, which contains the OS image. It is strongly recommended that you use the HP Smart Setup to install the OS.

•After Installing the OS

Use the HP Smart Setup EBSU utility to install the EFI driver and utilities and to upgrade firmware, which ensures the stability and performance of the system.

Installation Process

The OS installation process involves preparing the server, installing the OS on the server, and updating it with the latest firmware, drivers, utilities, security fixes, and OS fixes. Figure 1-3shows the main tasks involved in each stage.

Installation Process

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