HP ProLiant ML570 Generation 2 Server Setup and Installation Guide

Server Configuration and Utilities
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ROM-Based Setup Utility
RBSU is a configuration utility that is embedded in the server ROM. RBSU is
updateable via ROMPaq. The RBSU helps configure certain server hardware settings
and prepare the server for operating system installation without using diskettes. The
RBSU enables you to view and establish server configuration settings during initial
system startup, as well as modify them after the server has been configured.
RBSU replaces the System Configuration Utility used in previous systems. RBSU
performs a wide range of configuration activities including the following:
• Configuring system devices and installed options
• Viewing system information
• Selecting the operating system
• Selecting the primary boot controller
• Managing storage options
• Configuring advanced memory protection
• Modifying redundant power supply modes
NOTE: Under certain configurations, the server can operate in 1+1 redundancy mode using
two power supplies. Configurations include servers with 2 processors and up to 12 drives, or
up to 4 processors and 6 drives installed. This assumes all PCI-X slots are fully populated.
This mode will need to be set-up through RBSU.
In addition, RBSU includes other features, which are outlined in “Using RBSU” in
this chapter.
Navigating RBSU
To navigate RBSU, use the following keys:
• To access RBSU, press the F9 key during power up.
• To navigate the menu system, use the arrow keys.
• To make selections, press the Enter key.