Setup Guide

Configuring ESXi on Dell EMC PowerEdge server
1. Set up your Dell EMC PowerEdge server.
For more information, see the Getting Started Guide and the Rack Installation Instructions that is shipped with your server.
2. Connect the network cables to the appropriate Network Daughter Card (NDC)/ LAN On Motherboard (LOM) Network
Interface Card (NIC) connectors.
For a four-port LOM, connect the VMware management network cable to LOM1 port, the virtual machine network cable to
LOM2 port and LOM3 port, and the optional storage network cable to LOM four- port.
For a two-port LOM, connect the VMware management network cable to LOM1 port and the virtual machine network cable
to LOM2 port.
3. Turn on the server.
The ESXi console loads.
4. Press F2 when the ESXi console is displayed to configure the software.
Configuring the software includes changing the root password and setting a static IP address.
NOTE: By default, the server obtains an IP address using the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).
5. Select Configure Password from the main menu to change the root password.
The root password manages the server on a one-to-one basis.
6. Select Configure Management Network > IP Configuration > Set static IP address and network configuration to
configure a static IP address.
NOTE: Record the host IP address.
If you purchased the ESXi hypervisor-based vSphere Standard, Enterprise, Enterprise Plus, Essentials Plus software, or
Acceleration kits from Dell EMC, you must have received the Partner Activation Code certificate with the server. To use
the ESXi software and receive subscription services, follow the instructions in your Partner Activation Code certificate that
comes with the server.
NOTE:
By using the VMware software, you are agreeing to the VMware End User License Agreement (EULA) at
vmware.com/downloads/eula. For more information about license keys and VMware software licensing configuration, see
the VMware documentation at vmware.com/support/pubs.
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