Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CDThis information provides instructions on how to use the ServerGuide Setup andInstallation CD to configure the hardware.The ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD provides software setup tools andinstallation tools that are designed for your server. The ServerGuide programdetects the server model and optional hardware devices that are installed and usesthat information during setup to configure the hardware. The ServerGuidesimplifies the operating-system installations by providing updated device driversand, in some cases, installing them automatically.You can download a free image of the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD orpurchase the CD from the ServerGuide fulfillment website at http://www.ibm.com/systems/management/serverguide/sub.html. To download the freeimage, 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.The ServerGuide program requires a supported IBM server with an enabledstartable (bootable) CD drive. In addition to the ServerGuide Setup and InstallationCD, you must have your operating-system CD to install the operating system.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” on page 203.2. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the following steps: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 systemand adapter.e. Start the operating-system installation. You will need your operating-systemCD.ServerGuide featuresThis information describes the features and functions of the ServerGuide program.Features and functions can vary slightly with different versions of the ServerGuideprogram. To learn more about the version that you have, start the ServerGuide Setupand Installation CD and view the online overview. Not all features are supported onall server models.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 formost adapters 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 installation140 System x3750 M4 Types 8722 and 8733: Installation and Service Guide
