Configuration Tools; Smartstart Software - HP ProLiant BL280c - G6 Server User Manual

Click the Virtual Devices tab.
3.
Select Virtual Media.
4.
Use the Virtual Media applet to select the local diskette or image file and connect the Virtual CD to
5.
the server blade.
Use the iLO 2 Virtual Power Button feature to reboot the server blade.
6.
After the server blade boots, follow the normal network installation procedure for the OS.
7.
SAN configuration
The server blade provides FC support for SAN implementations. This solution uses an optional FCA that
offers redundant SAN connectivity and optimization for HP StorageWorks products. The server blade is
also compatible with certain third-party SAN products. For more information, refer to the documentation
that ships with the FCA option.
For optimal SAN connectivity, observe the following guidelines:
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The FCA option is installed correctly in the server blade. Refer to the documentation that ships with
the FCA option.
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An FC-compatible interconnect is installed in the enclosure. Refer to the documentation that ships
with the interconnect option.
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The server blade enclosure management module firmware is up-to-date. Refer to the HP Business
Support Center website (http://www.hp.com/support).
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The server blade is cabled properly to a supported SAN.
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SAN storage drivers are loaded. Refer to supporting white papers and the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/servers/rdp).
For SAN configuration information for the server blade, refer to the HP StorageWorks SAN Design
Reference Guide on the HP website
(http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/storageworks/san/documentation.html).

Configuration tools

SmartStart software

SmartStart is a collection of software that optimizes single-server setup, providing a simple and consistent
way to deploy server configuration. SmartStart has been tested on many ProLiant server products,
resulting in proven, reliable configurations.
SmartStart assists the deployment process by performing a wide range of configuration activities,
including:
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Configuring hardware using embedded configuration utilities, such as RBSU and ORCA
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Preparing the system for installing "off-the-shelf" versions of leading operating system software
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Installing optimized server drivers, management agents, and utilities automatically with every
assisted installation
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Testing server hardware using the Insight Diagnostics Utility ("HP Insight Diagnostics" on page 69)
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