Configuration/Setup Utility

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Configuration/Setup Utility

Configuration/Setup Utility

For most configurations, the server will operate using the default system settings. You need to change the settings only to resolve configuration conflicts or to enable or change device functions.

When you want or need to change the default settings, the Configuration/Setup Utility program provides a convenient way to display and change the settings.

After you run and exit the Configuration/Setup Utility program, configuration information is stored in nonvolatile random-access memory (NVRAM). While the server is powered off, the configuration information remains available for the next system startup.

Always run the Configuration/Setup Utility program if you add or remove any hardware option, or if you receive an error message instructing you to do so. Review this chapter and the information that comes with the option before making changes. Also, record the current settings before making any changes.

To start the Configuration/Setup Utility program:

Turn on the server and watch the screen.
When the messages Press F1 for Configuration/Setup and Press F2 for Diagnostics appear, select the action you need.
- To configure the server, press F1 to select Configuration/Setup Utility.
  The Configuration/Setup Utility main menu appears. For information about the menus, see 'Configuration/Setup Utility Usage'.
  NOTE: If you enter a power-on password and an administrator password has been set, a limited menu appears on the screen. To access the full Configuration/Setup Utility menu, you must enter the administrator password.
- To run the system diagnostics, press F2 to select Diagnostic Utility.
  The Diagnostic Utility main menu appears. For information about running the system diagnostics, see 'Diagnostic Test Programs'.

If a defective PCI adapter is causing the system to stop responding during startup, you can press Alt+F1 here. This will cause the server to bypass PCI device initialization (except video) and go directly to the Configuration/Setup Utility, where you can disable the defective PCI adapter. Disabling the defective PCI adapter should enable you to complete a normal startup when you restart the server.

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