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Chapter 2. Configuration information and instructions
This chapter provides information about updating the firmware and using the
configuration utilities.
Firmware updates
IBM periodically makes BIOS, service processor (BMC), and diagnostic firmware
updates available for the blade workstation. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/
bladecenter/ to download the latest firmware for the blade workstation. Install any
updates, using the instructions that are included with the downloaded file.
Important: To avoid problems and to maintain proper system performance, always
Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program
The Configuration/Setup Utility program is part of the BIOS. You can use it to:
v Change interrupt request (IRQ) settings
v Change the startup drive sequence
v Configure serial-port assignments
v Enable USB keyboard and mouse support
v Resolve configuration conflicts
v Set the date and time
v Set passwords and security settings
To start the Configuration/Setup Utility program, complete the following steps:
1. Turn on the workstation.
2. When the message Press F1 for Configuration/Setup appears, press F1. If
3. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controllers
Two Ethernet controllers are integrated on the blade workstation system board.
Each controller provides a 1-Gbps full-duplex interface for connecting to one of the
Ethernet-compatible modules in I/O-module bays 1 and 2, which enables
simultaneous transmission and reception of data on the Ethernet local area network
(LAN). Each Ethernet controller on the system board is routed to a different module
in I/O-module bay 1 or bay 2. See "Blade workstation Ethernet controller
enumeration" on page 10 for information about how to determine the routing from
Ethernet controller to I/O-module bay for your blade workstation.
Note: Other types of blade workstations, such as the BladeCenter HS20 Type 8678
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ensure that the blade workstation BIOS, service processor, and
diagnostic firmware levels are consistent for all blade workstations of
the same type within the BladeCenter unit.
an administrator password has been set, you must type the administrator
password to access the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu.
blade workstation, that are installed in the same BladeCenter unit as the
BladeCenter HS21 Type 7995 blade workstation might have different
Ethernet controller routing. See the documentation that comes with the other
blade workstations for information.
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