Release Notes
Installation Prerequisites
Before extracting Deployment Toolkit components, ensure that you have:
The DTK ISO image available at dell.com/support.
A workstation that has
512 MB RAM
A writable CD drive and CD-writing software (optional)
Network access
A minimum BIOS version is recommended on some of the platforms for all the DTK options to
work properly. In general, it is a good practice to use the latest ("n") version of BIOS firmware or
the "n-1" version that is available on "dell.com/support."
Installation Procedure
For complete installation and deployment instructions, see the "Dell OpenManage Deployment Toolkit
User's Guide and the Dell OpenManage Deployment Toolkit Installation Guide available at
dell.com/openmanagemanuals."."
Installation and Configuration Notes
The sample scripts are provided as examples for customers who want to develop their own
deployment process. Some customers may find that the scripts work well in their environment,
while some customers may need to develop their own scripts entirely from scratch. Customers
deploying multiple systems to provide unique information for each server when appropriate. For
example, system host names, IP addresses, and BIOS asset tags need to be unique for each
system. Modify the shell scripts and configuration files to reflect the unique information for each
system being deployed. Many options are available to optimize this process.
Because of security reasons, the "ssh" and "scp" services are not available in DTK. The mount
command is available in the DTK CD.
Upgrading From Previous Versions
When upgrading from a previous release of the DTK, ensure that you create environment for the new
DTK version separately from the previous version of DTK. This step is necessary because the
environments and requirements for the new DTK versions are completely different.
Contacting Dell
NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your
purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by
country and product, and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales,
technical support, or customer service issues:
Go to dell.com/contactdell.
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