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Using the embedded hypervisor

This section provides information about the VMware ESXi embedded hypervisor software.

The VMware ESXi embedded hypervisor software is available on the optional USB flash device with embedded hypervisor. The USB flash device can be installed in USB connectors 3 and 4 on the system board (see System-board internal connectors for the location of the connectors). Hypervisor is virtualization software that enables multiple operating systems to run on a host system at the same time. The USB flash device is required to activate the hypervisor functions.

To start using the embedded hypervisor functions, you must add the USB flash device to the startup sequence in the Setup utility.

To add the USB flash device to the startup sequence, complete the following steps:

  1. Turn on the server.
    Note
    Approximately 10 seconds after the server is connected to ac power, the power-on button becomes active.
  2. When the prompt <F1> Setup is displayed, press F1.
    Note
    This prompt is displayed on the screen for only a few seconds. You must press F1 quickly.
  3. From the Setup utility main menu, select Boot Manager.
  4. Select Add Boot Option; then, select Generic Boot Option and Embedded Hypervisor. Press Enter, and then press Esc.
  5. Select Change Boot Order and then select Change the order. Use the Up arrow and Down Arrow keys to select Embedded Hypervisor and use the plus (+) and minus (-) keys to move Embedded Hypervisor in the boot order. When Embedded Hypervisor is in the correct location in the boot order, press Enter. Select Commit Changes and press Enter.
  6. Select Save Settings and then select Exit Setup.

If the embedded hypervisor flash device image becomes corrupted, you can download the image from Lenovo System x Custom Image for ESXi 6.0 U1a Install CD.

For additional information and instructions, see the VMware vSphere Installation and Setup Guide at vSphere Installation and Setup.