Configuring the blade server
Use this information for details about the configuration requirements of the blade server.
Before you continue, make sure that the blade server has the latest version of firmware code. For additional information, see Firmware updates.
- Configuration/Setup Utility program
The Configuration/Setup Utility program is part of the basic input/output system (BIOS). Use it to change system settings, such as interrupt requests (IRQ), date and time, and password. See Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program for more information.
- LSI Logic Configuration Utility program
The LSI Logic Configuration Utility program is part of the BIOS. Use it to set the device scan order and to set the storage drive controller IDs. See Using the LSI Logic Configuration Utility program for more information.
- IBM® ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD
The ServerGuide program provides software-setup tools and installation tools that are designed for the blade server. Use this CD during the installation of the blade server to configure basic hardware features and to simplify the installation of the operating system. For information about using this CD, see Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD.
- Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) boot agent utility program
The PXE boot agent utility program is part of the BIOS. Use it to select the boot protocol and other boot options and to select a power-management option. For information about using this utility program, see Using the PXE boot agent utility program.
The IBM Remote Deployment Manager (RDM) Version 4.20 program is available for purchase. You can use IBM RDM Version 4.20 (or later) to install a BIOS code update onto a blade server by following the instructions in the documentation that comes with the RDM program. To determine whether an operating system supports the RDM program or for updated information about RDM and information about purchasing the software, go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/management/.