Using The Updatexpress Program; Using The Configuration/Setup Utility Program - IBM System x3800 Problem Determination And Service Manual

Setup and Installation CD did not come with your server, you can download the
latest version from http://www.ibm.com/pc/qtechinfo/MIGR-4ZKPPT.html.
To start the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, complete the following steps:
1. Insert the CD, and restart the server.
2. Follow the instructions on the screen to:

Using the UpdateXpress program

The UpdateXpress program is available for most IBM System x and xSeries servers
and server options. It detects supported and installed device drivers and firmware in
your server and installs available updates. You can download the UpdateXpress
program from the Web at no additional cost, or you can purchase it on a CD. To
download the program or purchase the CD, go to http://www.ibm.com/servers/
eserver/xseries/systems_management/ibm_director/
extensions/xpress.html.

Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program

Use the Configuration/Setup Utility program to:
v View configuration information
v View and change assignments for devices and I/O ports
v Set the date and time
v Set and change passwords
v Set the startup characteristics of the server and the order of startup devices
v Set and change settings for advanced hardware features
v View and clear error logs
v Change interrupt request (IRQ) settings
v Enable USB legacy keyboard and mouse support
v Resolve configuration conflicts
Go to http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/support/xseries/index.html to check for
the latest version of the BIOS code.
Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility program
To start the Configuration/Setup Utility program, complete the following steps:
1. Turn on the server.
2. When the prompt Press F1 for Configuration/Setup appears, press F1. If you
3. Select settings to view or change.
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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.
have set both a power-on password and an administrator password, you must
type the administrator password to access the full Configuration/Setup Utility
menu. If you do not type the administrator password, a limited
Configuration/Setup Utility menu is available.