The ServerGuide program performs the following tasks:v Sets system date and timev Detects the RAID adapter or controller and runs the SAS/SATA RAIDconfiguration programv Checks the microcode (firmware) levels of a ServeRAID adapter and determineswhether a later level is available from the CDv Detects installed hardware options and provides updated device drivers for mostadapters and devicesv Provides diskette-free installation for supported Windows ® operating systemsv Includes an online readme file with links to tips for your hardware andoperating-system installationSetup and configuration overviewWhen you use the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, you do not need setupdiskettes. You can use the CD to configure any supported IBM server model. Thesetup program provides a list of tasks that are required to set up your server model.On a server with a ServeRAID adapter or SAS/SATA controller with RAIDcapabilities, you can run the SAS RAID configuration program to create logicaldrives.Note: Features and functions can vary slightly with different versions of theServerGuide program.When you start the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD, the program promptsyou to complete the following tasks:v Select your language.v Select your keyboard layout and country.v View the overview to learn about ServerGuide features.v View the readme file to review installation tips for your operating system andadapter.v Start the operating-system installation. You will need your operating-system CD.Important: Before you install a legacy operating system (such as VMware) on aserver with an LSI SAS controller, you must first complete the following steps:1. Update the device driver for the LSI SAS controller to the latest level.2. In the Setup utility, set Legacy Only as the first option in the boot sequence inthe Boot Manager menu.3. Using the LSI Configuration Utility program, select a boot drive.For detailed information and instructions, go to https://www-947.ibm.com/systems/support/supportsite.wss/docdisplay?lndocid=MIGR-5083225.Typical operating-system installationThe ServerGuide program can reduce the time it takes to install an operatingsystem. It provides the device drivers that are required for your hardware and forthe operating system that you are installing. This section describes a typicalServerGuide operating-system installation.Note: Features and functions can vary slightly with different versions of theServerGuide program.1. After you have completed the setup process, the operating-system installationprogram starts. (You will need your operating-system CD to complete theinstallation.)258 IBM System x3550 M3 Types 4254 and 7944: Problem Determination and Service Guide
