Set the BIOS to optimal defaults, and set the boot mode.

Preparing the Boot Environment

Access the host console locally or remotely.

Accessing the Host Console

Prepare the boot media.

Preparing the Boot Media

Prepare the installation target.

Preparing the Installation Target

Configure the Oracle Storage 12 Gb/s SAS PCIe RAID HBA Internal cache settings to support the ESXi 5.5 or 6.0 installation.

Configuring the HBA Cache Settings to Support ESXi Installation

Gather required information for the installation.

Gathering the Required Information