Dell Lifecycle Controller
The Dell Lifecycle Controller (LC) provides advanced embedded systems management
capabilities, including system deployment, configuration, update, maintenance, and
diagnosis. LC is delivered as part of the iDRAC out-of-band solution and Dell EMC
system embedded Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) applications.
Embedded system management
The Dell Lifecycle Controller provides advanced embedded system management
throughout the system’s lifecycle. The Dell Lifecycle Controller can be started during
the boot sequence and can function independently of the operating system.
Note
Certain platform configurations may not support the full set of features provided by
the Dell Lifecycle Controller.
For more information about setting up the Dell Lifecycle Controller, configuring
hardware and firmware, and deploying the operating system, see the Dell Lifecycle
Controller documentation at
CAUTION
Changing the default settings may make the node unusable. Dell EMC
recommends only making changes under the direction of Dell EMC tech support.
Boot Manager
The Boot Manager screen enables you to select boot options and diagnostic utilities.
CAUTION
Changing the default settings may make the node unusable. Dell EMC
recommends only making changes under the direction of Dell EMC tech support.
View the boot manager
Perform the following steps to enter the boot manager.
Procedure
1. Turn on, or restart your system.
Enter the result of your step here (optional).
2. Press F11 when you see the following message:
F11 = Boot Manager
If your operating system begins to load before you press F11, allow the system
to complete the booting, and then restart your system and try again.
Boot Manager main menu
The Boot Manager main menu options are as follows:
Menu item
Managing basic system settings using the system firmware
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