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Chapter 4. Configuring the server
The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD provides software setup tools and
installation tools that are specifically designed for your IBM server. Use this CD
during the initial installation of the server to configure basic hardware features and
to simplify your operating system installation.
In addition to the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, you can use the following
configuration programs to customize the server hardware:
v Configuration/Setup Utility program
v Boot Menu program
v Intel Gigabit Ethernet Boot Agent
v Ethernet controller configuration
For more information about these programs, see "Configuring the server" in the
User's Guide on the IBM System x Documentation CD.
Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD
The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD provides programs to detect the server
model and installed optional hardware devices, configure the server hardware,
provide device drivers, and help you install the operating system. For information
about the supported operating-system versions, see the label on the CD. If the
ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD did not come with the server, to download
the latest version, go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/management/serverguide/
sub.html and click IBM Service and Support Site. To download the latest device
drivers, go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/.
Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. Procedures for locating
To start the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, complete the following steps:
1. Insert the CD, and restart the server. If the CD does not start, see "ServerGuide
2. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to:
Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program
The Configuration/Setup Utility program is part of the BIOS code. You can use it to
perform the following tasks:
v Change interrupt request (IRQ) settings
v Change the startup drive sequence
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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 operating system
and adapter.
e. Start the setup and hardware configuration programs.
f. Start the operating system installation. You will need your operating-system
CD.
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