IBM eServer 342 xSeries, Installation Manual

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Chapter 4. Configuring your server
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2. When the Initializing Intel (R) Boot Agent Version X.X.XX
PXE 2.0 Build XXX (WfM 2.0)
prompt appears, press Ctrl+S.
Note: By default you will have two seconds after the prompt appears on the
screen to press Ctrl+S.
3. Use the arrow keys or press Enter to select a choice from the menu.
• Press Esc to return to the previous menu.
• Press the F4 key to exit.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen to change the settings of the selected items;
then, press Enter.
Using the ServerGuide CDs
The ServerGuide CDs include easy-to-use software setup and installation tools that
are specifically designed for your IBM server. The ServerGuide Setup and Installation
program detects the server model and hardware options that are installed and uses
that information during setup to configure the hardware. The ServerGuide tools
simplify NOS installations by providing updated device drivers, and in some cases,
installing them automatically.
If a newer version of the ServerGuide software is available, you can purchase an
update package. For details, see the ServerGuide Updates form that comes with your
server library, or go to the ServerGuide fulfillment Web site at
http://www.ibm.com/pc/coupon
The ServerGuide software has these features to make setup easier:
• An easy-to-use interface with online help
• Diskette-free setup, and configuration programs that are based on detected
hardware
• Performance Optimizer program, which easily tunes your server for your
environment
• A system BIOS update program, which updates the BIOS directly from the CD
• Device drivers that are provided for your server model and detected hardware
• NOS partition size and file-system type that are selectable during setup
• Powerful application programs and administration tools
The ServerGuide CDs provide state-of-the-art programs to detect the server model
and hardware options that are installed, configure the server hardware, provide
device drivers, and install your network operating system (NOS).
Note: If the ServerGuide CD does not start, see “ServerGuide startup problems” on
page 34.
1. Insert the Setup and Installation CD, and restart the server.
2. Follow the instructions on the screens to:
a. Select your language.
b. Select your keyboard layout and country.
c. View the Overview to learn about ServerGuide features.
d. View the README file to review installation tips about your NOS and adapter.
e. Start the setup and hardware configuration programs.
f. Start the NOS installation. You will need your copy of the NOS CD.
Note: For information on the supported NOS versions, refer to the Setup and
Installation CD label.