IBM 425162U Installation And User Manual

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The next time the server starts, it returns to the startup sequence that is set in theSetup utility.Starting the backup server firmwareThe system board contains a backup copy area for the server firmware. This is asecondary copy of the server firmware that you update only during the process ofupdating the server firmware. If the primary copy of the server firmware becomesdamaged, use this backup copy.To force the server to start from the backup copy, turn off the server; then, place theJP6 jumper in the backup position (pins 2 and 3).Use the backup copy of the server firmware until the primary copy is restored. Afterthe primary copy is restored, turn off the server; then, move the JP6 jumper back tothe primary position (pins 1 and 2).Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CDThe ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD provides software setup tools andinstallation tools that are designed for your server. The ServerGuide programdetects the server model and hardware options that are installed and uses thatinformation during setup to configure the hardware. Use this CD during the initialinstallation of the server to simplify the operating-system installations by providingupdated device drivers and, in some cases, installing them automatically. Todownload the CD, go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/management/serverguide/sub.html and click IBM Service and Support Site.Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. The actual proceduremight vary slightly from what is described in this document.To start the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, complete the following steps:1. Insert the CD, and restart the server. If the CD does not start, see “ServerGuideProblems” in the Problem Determination and Service Guide on the System xDocumentation CD.2. Follow the instructions on the screen to: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 for your operating system andadapter.e. Start the operating-system installation. You will need your operating-systemCD.The ServerGuide program has the following features:v An easy-to-use interfacev Diskette-free setup, and configuration programs that are based on detectedhardwarev ServeRAID Manager program, which configures your ServeRAID adapterv Device drivers that are provided for your server model and detected hardwarev Operating-system partition size and file-system type that are selectable duringsetup64 IBM System x3250 M3 Types 4251, 4252, and 4261: Installation and User’s Guide