Installation manual

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Introduction
This topic provides information on:
• Installing Dell OpenManage Server Administrator (OMSA) on managed systems.
• Installing and using the Remote Enablement feature.
• Managing remote systems using OpenManage Server Administrator Web Server.
• Configuring the system before and during a deployment or upgrade.
NOTE: If you are installing management station and managed system software on the same system, install identical
software versions to avoid system conflicts.
Dell OpenManage Systems Management Software
Dell OpenManage systems management software is a suite of applications that enables you to manage the Dell systems
with proactive monitoring, notification, and remote access.
Dell OpenManage systems management software comprises of two DVDs:
• Dell Systems Management Tools and Documentation
• Dell OpenManage Server Update Utility
NOTE: For more information on these DVDs, see Dell OpenManage Management Station Software Installation
Guide at support.dell.com/manuals.
Server Administrator Components on a Managed System
The setup program provides the following options:
• Custom Setup
• Typical Setup
The custom setup option enables you to select the software components you want to install. The Managed System
Software Components table lists the various managed system software components that you can install during a custom
installation.
Table 1. Managed System Software Components
Component What is installed Deployment Scenario Systems to install on
Server Administrator Web
Server
Web-based system's
management functionality
that enables you to manage
systems locally or remotely
Install only if you want to
remotely monitor the
managed system. You need
not have physical access to
the managed system.
Any system. For example,
laptops, desktops, or Dell
PowerEdge systems.
Server Instrumentation Server Administrator CLI
and Instrumentation Service
Install to use the system as
the managed system.
Installing Server
Supported Dell PowerEdge
systems. For a list of
supported Dell PowerEdge
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