Network-Based Pxe Deployment - HP ProLiant xw25p User Manual

Through an existing network (in the rack)—This method requires you to
install the server blade in its enclosure and assign it an IP address manually
or using DHCP.
Through the server blade I/O port
The p-Class tab enables you to control specific settings for the HP BladeSystem.
iLO also provides web-based status for the HP BladeSystem configuration.
For detailed information about iLO Advanced, refer to the HP Integrated Lights-
Out User Guide on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/servers/lights-out).

Network-Based PXE Deployment

PXE is a component of the Intel® WfM specification. The PXE model enables
server blades to load and execute an NBP from a PXE server and to execute a
pre-configured image. The image can be an OS image created by software
utilities or a boot diskette image. This feature enables a user to configure a server
blade and install an OS over a network.
In the rack—This method requires you to connect the local I/O cable to
the I/O port and a client PC. Using the static IP address listed on the I/O
cable label and the initial access information on the front of the server
blade, you can access the server blade with the iLO Advanced Remote
Console.
Out of the rack, with the diagnostic station—This method requires you to
power the server blade with the optional diagnostic station and connect
to an external computer using the static IP address and the local I/O
cable. For cabling instructions, refer to the documentation that ships with
the diagnostic station or to the Documentation CD.
Through the server blade rear panel connectors (out of the rack, with the
diagnostic station)—This method enables you to configure a server blade
out of the rack by powering the server blade with the diagnostic station
and connecting to an existing network through a hub. The IP address is
assigned by a DHCP server on a network.
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