Sun Blade X3-2B Model Name Change
Getting the Latest Firmware and Software
Hardware Installation and Product Notes
About the Sun Blade X3-2B Installation Guide for Windows Operating Systems
Supported OS Versions and Latest Information
Supported Windows Operating Systems
Latest Information in Product Notes
Single-Server Installation Methods
Oracle System Assistant Tasks Overview
Oracle System Assistant OS Installation Task
Obtaining Oracle System Assistant
Setting Up the Installation Method
Set Up for Remote Installation
Load BIOS Optimal Default Settings
Install Windows (Oracle System Assistant)
Install Windows Server 2008 R2 Manually
Install Windows Server 2008 (PXE)
Installing Server System Tools and Updating Drivers
Getting Server Firmware and Software
Firmware and Software Access Options
Available Software Release Packages
Accessing Firmware and Software
Download Firmware and Software Using My Oracle Support
A local OS installation is performed at the server. The preferred procedure for a local installation method is to use the Oracle System Assistant's Install OS task. Use this procedure to set up for a local Oracle System Assistant assisted installation or a local manual (unassisted) installation.
Note - For a local OS installation, additional hardware is required and server web access is recommended.
Before You Begin
You should have already performed the server installation as described in the Sun Blade X3-2B (formerly Sun Blade X6270 M3) Installation Guide
You need the following items:
Video monitor with 15-pin (DB-15) connector capabilities
USB keyboard and mouse
USB device (CD/DVD drive or thumb drive)
To ensure that the server has the latest updates, server web access is recommended.
Next Steps