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About VMware ESX Server

You can install the VMware ESX Server software from a local CD/DVD drive, a
remote CD/DVD drive, or the network. The most common methods to install
VMware on your server are:
Installation from downloaded image (from the VMware website) burned onto
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CD/DVD media.
Automatic kickstart installation from VMware software (installation tree) stored
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on a Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) network server.
You can find detailed information and procedures for VMware virtualization
software at:
http://www.vmware.com/support/pubs
VMware ESX Server Installation and
Administration Documentation
Before you begin installing VMware ESX Server software on your server, consult the
following documents for VMware ESX Server install, at:
http://www.vmware.com/support/pubs/vi_pubs.html
Introduction to Virtual Infrastructure
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Quick Start Guide
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Installation and Upgrade Guide
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Basic System Administration
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Virtual Infrastructure Web Access Administrator's Guide
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Server Configuration Guide
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To prepare for PXE install, see the VMware Installation and Upgrade Guide for
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Virtual Infrastructure 3, Chapter 6, "Remote and Scripted Installations."
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