Software Setup For Linux - HP xw Series Setup And Troubleshooting Manual

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Software Setup for Linux

CAUTION: Do not add optional hardware or third-party devices to the HP Workstation until the operating system is
successfully installed. Doing so might cause errors and prevent the operating system from installing correctly.
Use the following instructions to set up your OS and software:
• Section 4.1 "Installing and Customizing HP Linux Workstations"
• Section 4.2 "Verifying System After First Boot"
• Section 4.3 "Subscribing to Software Support"
• Section 4.4 "Enabling Hyper-Threading Technology"
• Section 4.5 "Turning Off the Workstation"
4.1 Installing and Customizing HP Linux Workstations
This section contains information for installing and customizing your HP Linux Workstation.
• Section 4.1.1 "Installing and Customizing Linux–Preinstalled Workstations"
• Section 4.1.2 "Installing and Customizing Linux–Enabled Workstations"
4.1.1 Installing and Customizing Linux–Preinstalled Workstations
If you have a Linux-preinstalled workstation, follow the instructions in this section to set up your OS and software.
After the boot process completes, you can view additional HP Linux documentation by simply opening your Internet
browser (the browser is automatically set to use the local HP documentation page as its default). You can also access
Linux Web links for Red Hat (Internet access required) by using your Internet browser.
NOTE: For additional information concerning the setup of Linux–preinstalled or Linux–enabled workstations, refer to the
HP User Manual for Linux, which is located at www.hp.com/support/linux_user_manual.
For additional information about HP and Linux, visit www.hp.com/linux.
Starting the Linux Operating System
The first time the HP Workstation is booted, the Red Hat First Boot utility displays. This program allows you to enter your
password, network, graphics, time, and keyboard settings for your workstation.
CAUTION: Once the automatic installation has begun, DO NOT TURN OFF THE WORKSTATION UNTIL THE
PROCESS IS COMPLETE. Turning off the workstation during the installation process can damage the software that runs
the workstation or prevent its proper installation.
NOTE: When you enable the YPBind feature in the Network tab of the Linux Setup Tool, you might get a blank screen
for about 15–30 seconds after you have selected and saved all of your settings and have exited the utility. This is
normal. The boot process continues its execution after the screen returns.
Restoring the Linux Operating System
NOTE: To restore the Linux OS, the HP Driver CD and Red Hat box set are required.
Download the latest HP Driver CD to get any new enhancements.
Downloading the Latest HP Driver CD
To download the latest HP Driver CD:
1. Download the ISO image to a local hard drive from www.hp.com/go/workstationsupport.
a. Select your HP Workstation.
a. From the "I would like to" area, click the download drivers and software link.
b. From the "select your operating system" area, select the Linux OS that matches your box set.
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