Setup guide

■ If you want to move your Lustre system at any time, or upgrade certain
hardware components, information in this guide is crucial.
Although this guide, in conjunction with the Installation and Configuration
Guide, provides complete information regarding hardware component
configuration, it should only be undertaken by an experienced hardware
integrator. This individual should be familiar with the Windows or Linux
operating systems, HP xw8400 workstations, and peripherals associated with
professional high-performance video and post production of film.
Your Lustre system consists of high-performance hardware that must be
configured in an environment suited to its operational needs. Other
considerations include minimizing the risk of damage due to static discharge
and ensuring all components are properly grounded.
Verifying and Updating The System BIOS
Version
System configuration is performed by an authorized technician prior to
delivery. As such, some of the procedures here may not be necessary.
Workstation BIOS settings are provided for informational purposes.
The system BIOS on your workstation must correspond to the certified version
required by your software version. If the BIOS version on your system does
not correspond to the table below, you must update to the certified version.
Certified BIOS Ver-
sion
Product Version
2.262011
The BIOS version installed on your system appears onscreen while booting
the workstation. The following procedures describe how to update the BIOS
on your workstation.
WARNING You should only update the BIOS if you find that it is not at the version
listed in this guide, or if your are advised to do so by Customer Support. Do not
update the BIOS with a more recent version published by the hardware vendor,
if it has not been certified by Autodesk Customer Support.
To update the BIOS on a Windows workstation:
1 Get the BIOS upgrade utility and burn it to a CD.
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