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Configuring the Server

Use the information in this chapter to understand the options available for server configurations.

When configuring the server, the following options are available:
  • Adapters
  • Boot options
  • Power policy
  • Server properties
  • Viewing the adapter information and configuration settings
    Use the information in this topic to view information about the adapters installed in the server.
  • Configuring system boot mode and order
    To configure the system boot mode and order, use the information in this topic.
  • Configuring one-time boot
    To temporarily ignore the configured boot and instead boot to a specified device one time, use the information in this topic.
  • Managing the server power
    To view power management information and perform power management functions, use the information in this topic.
  • Remote Console Functionality
    Use the information in this topic to understand how to remotely view and interact with the server console.
  • Downloading service data
    Use the information in this topic to collect service information about your server. This process is normally only done at the request of service personnel to assist in resolving a server problem.
  • Server Properties
    Use the information in this topic to change or view relevant server properties.
  • Setting the XClarity Controller date and time
    Use the information in this topic to understand XClarity Controller date and time settings. Instructions are provided to configure the XClarity Controller date and time. The XClarity Controller date and time is used to time stamp all events that are logged in the event log and alerts that are sent.