Dell Server Install OS with LifeCycle Controller

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Overview

Installing the O/S with Lifecycle Controller is the preferred way of installing the O/S on the Dell Servers, because the O/S drivers are pre-loaded the installation process. According to Dell documentation, "the O/S is smoothly installed as all components are well recognized by the O/S".

Procedure

  • Before installing the O/S, execute the Dell Server Setup Procedure.
  • Press F10 during the boot cycle to enter the Lifecycle Controller.
  • Home Page -> Left Menu -> OS Deployment.
  • Deploy OS
  • Go Directly to OS Deployment
  • Boot mode: BIOS
  • Available Operating Systems: Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.2.

Note that it is probably preferable to install an older "supported" version than a newer, unsupported one.

  • Preparing drivers for the selected operating system ...
  • Manual Install
  • Insert the following media, then click Next.
  • Click Finish to continue the installation.
  • Follow with:

This procedure should end with a fully configured and functional Linux server. However, there are additional Dell management components that may be installed. See Post-OS Install steps below.

Post-OS Install

Go back to Dell Server Setup Procedure and install Dell OpenManage Server Administrator.