Chapter 4. Configuring the server
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Using the PXE Boot Agent Utility program
This program is a built-in, menu-driven configuration utility program that you can use
to:
•
Select the boot protocol and other boot options
•
Select whether to display the PXE setup prompt and the display duration
•
Select a power management option
Note: The RPL selection for the Boot Protocol option is not supported for this server.
Complete the following steps to start the PXE Boot Agent Utility program:
1.
Turn on the server.
2.
When the
Initializing Intel Boot Agent Version X.X (Dev Build XXX)
prompt appears, press Ctrl+S.
Notes:
a.
If the PXE setup prompt does not display, use the Configuration/Setup Utility
program to set the Enable Ethernet PXE/DHCP option.
b.
By default, you have 2 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 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 problems” on page 36.
1.
Insert the Setup and Installation CD, and restart the server.
2.
Follow the instructions on the screen to:
a.
Select your language.
b.
Select your country and keyboard layout.
c.
View the Overview to learn about ServerGuide features.
d.
View the ServerGuide README file to review installation tips about your
NOS.
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 Installa-
tion CD label.
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