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Basic Installation of the iDRAC6
This section provides information about how to install and set up your
iDRAC6 hardware and software.
Before You Begin
Gather the following items that were included with your system, prior to
installing and configuring the iDRAC6 software:
• iDRAC6 hardware (currently installed or in the optional kit)
• iDRAC6 installation procedures (located in this chapter)
•
Dell Systems Management Tools and Documentation DVD
Installing the iDRAC6 Express/Enterprise
Hardware
NOTE: The iDRAC6 connection emulates a USB keyboard connection. As a result,
when you restart the system, the system will not notify you if your keyboard is not
attached.
The iDRAC6 Express/Enterprise may be preinstalled on your system, or
available separately. To get started with the iDRAC6 that is installed on your
system, see "Software Installation and Configuration Overview."
If an iDRAC6 Express/Enterprise is not installed on your system, see your
platform Hardware Owner’s Manual for hardware installation instructions.
Configuring Your System to Use an iDRAC6
To configure your system to use an iDRAC6, use the iDRAC6
Configuration Utility.
To run the iDRAC6 Configuration Utility:
1
Turn on or restart your system.
2 Press <Ctrl><E> when prompted during POST.
If your operating system begins to load before you press <Ctrl><E>,
allow the system to finish booting, and then restart your system and try again.