Install Guide

Introduction
This topic provides information on:
● Installing Server Administrator on managed systems.
● Installing and using the Remote Enablement feature.
● Managing remote systems using 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.
Topics:
• What Is New In This Release
• Systems Management Software
• Security Features
• Other Documents You Might Need
What Is New In This Release
The release highlights of Server Administrator are:
● Support for the following operating systems:
○ Microsoft Windows Server 2016
● Support for the following web browsers:
○ Google Chrome version 50
○ Mozilla Firefox version 45
For related document, see Other Documents You Might Need.
NOTE:
For the list of supported operating systems and servers, see the OpenManage Software Support Matrix in the
required version of OpenManage Software at dell.com/openmanagemanuals.
Software Availability
The Server Administrator software can be installed from:
● Systems Management Tools and Documentation DVD
● Support site — For more information, see dell.com/support/home.
Systems Management Software
Systems management software is a suite of applications that enables you to manage the systems with proactive monitoring,
notification, and remote access.
Systems management software comprises of two DVDs:
● Systems Management Tools and Documentation
● Server Update Utility
NOTE:
For more information on these DVDs, see Systems Management Tools And Documentation <Version Number>
Installation Guide.
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