Launch Oracle System Assistant Locally

To launch Oracle System Assistant locally you must be present at the server and you must attach the following devices to the server:

• VGA monitor

• USB keyboard

• USB mouse

1. Ensure that the server is in Standby power mode.

   When the server is in Standby power mode, the Power/OK status indicator (LED) on the server front panel flashes slowly. For indicator location, see Front Panel Status Indicators, Connectors, and Drives.

2. Connect locally to the server.

   See Log In to Oracle ILOM Using a Local Serial Connection.

3. Press the Power button on the front panel of the server to power on the server to Full power mode.

   The server boots, and power-on self-test (POST) and boot messages appear on the monitor.

   Stay with the server and watch closely. You need to interrupt the boot process.

   The BIOS screen appears.

   
   
4. When prompted, press the F9 function key to start Oracle System Assistant.

   Checkpoint messages appear, including the topic [Oracle System Assistant Selected].

   If the Software License Agreement (SLA) dialog box appears, click Accept in the SLA dialog box to continue.

   The Launching Oracle System Assistant screen appears, followed by the System Overview screen.