Preparing to Install the Windows Server Operating System

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Installation

Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure Overview

Preparing for Server Installation

Server Physical Specifications

Space Requirements

Receiving and Unpacking Guidelines

Maintenance Space Guidelines

Electrical Power Requirements

Facility Power Guidelines

Circuit Breaker and UPS Guidelines

Grounding Guidelines

Environmental Requirements

Temperature Guidelines

Humidity Guidelines

Ventilation and Cooling

Ventilation Guidelines

Agency Compliance

Shipping Inventory

Tools and Equipment Needed for Installation

ESD and Safety Precautions

Optional Component Installation

Server Features and Components

Server Components

Front Panel Status Indicators, Connectors, and Drives

Front Panel With Eight 2.5-inch Drives and DVD

Front Panel With Twelve 3.5-inch Drives

Front Panel With Twenty-Four 2.5-inch Drives

Back Panel Status Indicators, Connectors, Drives, and PCIe Slots

Server Management

Multiple Server Management Tool

Single Server Management Tools

Oracle System Assistant

Oracle ILOM

Oracle Hardware Management Pack

Legacy BIOS and UEFI

Installing the Server Into a Rack

Installation Prerequisites

Rack Requirements

Safety Precautions

Rackmount Kit Contents

Stabilize the Rack for Installation

Install Mounting Brackets Onto the Server

Mark the Rackmount Location

Connect AC Power Cables Before Installing Tool-less Slide-Rails in Sun Rack II 1042

Install AC Power Cables and Slide-Rails

Attach Tool-less Slide-Rail Assemblies

Install the Server Into the Slide-Rail Assemblies

Install the Shipping Bracket With Cable Trough (Optional)

Install the Cable Management Arm

Remove the Cable Management Arm

Cabling the Server and Applying Power

Rear Cable Connections and Ports

Ethernet Ports

Preparing for Installation and Power On

Prepare to Install the Server

Connecting Cables and Power Cords

Connect Cables and Power Cords

Powering On the Server

Power On the Server

Connecting to Oracle ILOM

Oracle ILOM Service Processor and User Interfaces

Logging In or Out of Oracle ILOM

Logging Out From Oracle ILOM

Log Out From Oracle ILOM

Modifying the Service Processor Network Settings Using Oracle ILOM

Modify Oracle ILOM SP Network Settings

Test the IPv4 or IPv6 Network Configuration

Redirecting the Host Console Using Oracle ILOM

Set the Mouse Mode

Redirect Host Server Desktop or Storage Devices Using Oracle ILOM

Access Serial Remote Host Console (CLI)

Troubleshooting Oracle ILOM

Reset the Service Processor Using Oracle ILOM

Reset the Service Processor From the Server Back Panel

Recover the Root Account Password

Setting Up Software and Firmware Using Oracle System Assistant

Launching Oracle System Assistant

Launch Oracle System Assistant Locally

Launch Oracle System Assistant Using the Oracle ILOM Web Interface

Configure Oracle System Assistant Networking

Preparing the Server for Operating System Installation

Setting Up an Operating System Using Oracle System Assistant

Setting Up Software and Firmware Using Oracle System Assistant

Perform Tasks Using Oracle System Assistant

Configuring Storage Drives for Operating System Installation

RAID Configuration Tools

RAID Limitations on Preinstalled Operating Systems

RAID Configuration Requirements

Configuring Storage Drives Into RAID Volumes Using Oracle System Assistant

Configure RAID on Storage Drives

Configuring RAID Using the BIOS RAID Configuration Utilities

Configure RAID in UEFI Boot Mode

Configure RAID in Legacy BIOS Boot Mode

Make a RAID Volume Bootable Using the LSI MegaRAID Configuration Utility

Configuring the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris Operating System

Preinstalled Oracle Solaris Image BIOS Boot Mode Restriction

Operating System Options

Oracle Solaris Configuration Worksheet

Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Solaris Operating System

Reinstalling the Oracle Solaris Operating System

Oracle Solaris Operating System Documentation

Configuring the Preinstalled Oracle Linux Operating System

Preinstalled Oracle Linux Image BIOS Boot Mode Restriction

Operating System Options

Oracle Linux Configuration Worksheet

Configure the Preinstalled Oracle Linux Operating System

Oracle Linux Operating System Documentation

Configuring the Preinstalled Oracle VM Server Software

Preinstalled Oracle VM Server Image BIOS Boot Mode Restriction

Preinstalled Oracle VM Server Compatibility Requirements

Operating System Options

Oracle VM Server Configuration Worksheet

Configure the Preinstalled Oracle VM Server

Oracle VM Documentation

Getting Firmware and Software Updates

Firmware and Software Updates

Options for Accessing Firmware and Software Updates

Software Releases

Getting Updates From Oracle System Assistant or My Oracle Support

Download Firmware and Software Updates From My Oracle Support

Installing Updates Using Other Methods

Oracle Support

Controlling System Power

Powering the Host On and Off

Power Off the Host Using the Power Button

Power On the Host Using the Power Button

Power Host On and Off Using Oracle ILOM

Reseting the Server

Reset the Server Using Oracle ILOM

Troubleshooting Installation Issues

Troubleshooting and Diagnostics References

Technical Support Information Worksheet

Locating the System Serial Number

Site Planning Checklists

Preparation Checklists

Access Route and Data Center Checklist

Data Center Environment Checklist

Facility Power Checklist

Rackmount Checklist

Safety Checklist

Auto Service Request Checklist

Logistics Checklist

Oracle Solaris Installation

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About Oracle Solaris Operating System Installs

Oracle Solaris OS Installation Task Map

Supported Oracle Solaris Operating Systems

Selecting the Console Display Option

Console Display Options

Set Up the Local Console

Set Up the Remote Console

Selecting the Boot Media Option

Boot Media Options Requirements

Local Boot Media Requirements

Remote Boot Media Requirements

Set Up the Boot Media for a Local Installation

Set Up the Boot Media for a Remote Installation

Selecting the Installation Target Option

Installation Target Options

Set Up a Local Storage Drive (HDD or SSD) as the Installation Target

Set Up a Fibre Channel Storage Area Network Device as the Installation Target

Oracle Solaris OS Installation Options

Single-Server Installation Methods

Assisted Oracle Solaris Installation

Manual Oracle Solaris Installation

Oracle System Assistant Overview

Get Updates and Install OS Tasks

Obtaining Oracle System Assistant

Preparing to Install the Oracle Solaris Operating System

Preparing the Boot Environment

Verify the UEFI Optimal Defaults

Set the Boot Mode

Configuring RAID

Installing the Oracle Solaris Operating System

Before You Begin

Installing Oracle Solaris on a Single System Using Oracle System Assistant

Install Oracle Solaris Using Oracle System Assistant

Installing the Oracle Solaris 11.2 (With SRU5 or Later) on a Single System Manually

Install Oracle Solaris 11.2 (With SRU5 or Later) Manually Using Local or Remote Media

Install Oracle Solaris 11.2 (With SRU5 or Later) Using PXE Network Boot

Post Installation Tasks for Oracle Solaris

Oracle VM Installation

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About Oracle VM Installations

Oracle VM Server Installation Task Map

Supported Oracle VM Software

Oracle VM Server Installation Options

Single-Server Installation Methods

Assisted Oracle VM Server Installation

Manual Oracle VM Server Installation

Preparing to Install Oracle VM

Preparing the Boot Environment

Verify the BIOS Optimal Defaults

Set the Boot Mode

Accessing the Host Console

Access the Host Console Through a Local Graphics Monitor

Access the Host Console Through the Oracle ILOM Remote System Console Plus

Preparing the Boot Media

Set Up the Boot Media for a Local Installation

Set Up the Boot Media for a Remote Installation

Preparing the Installation Target

Installation Target Options

Important: Internal, Embedded Oracle System Assistant USB Flash Drive Should Not Be Used as a Boot or Storage Drive

Set Up a Local Storage Drive (HDD, SSD, or RAID Volume) as the Installation Target

Set Up a Fibre Channel Storage Area Network Device as the Installation Target

Installing Oracle VM

Before You Begin

Installing Oracle VM Server on a Single System Using Oracle System Assistant

Install Oracle VM Server Using Oracle System Assistant

Installing Oracle VM on a Single System Using Media

Install Oracle VM Using Local or Remote Media

Post Installation Tasks for Oracle VM Server

Update Oracle VM Software

Manage Oracle VM Resources

Configuring Network Interfaces

NIC Connectors

Linux Installation

About Linux Operating System Installs

Supported Linux Operating Systems

Oracle Unbreakable Enterprise Kernel for Linux

Selecting the Console Display Option

Console Display Options

Set Up the Local Console

Set Up the Remote Console

Selecting the Boot Media Option

Boot Media Options Requirements

Local Boot Media Requirements

Remote Boot Media Requirements

Set Up the Boot Media for a Local Installation

Set Up the Boot Media for a Remote Installation

Selecting the Installation Target Option

Installation Target Options

Important: Internal, USB Embedded Oracle System Assistant Flash Drive Should Not Be Used as a Boot or Storage Drive

Set Up a Local Storage Drive (HDD or SSD) as the Installation Target

Set Up a Fibre Channel Storage Area Network Device as the Installation Target

Linux OS Installation Options

Single-Server Installation Methods

Assisted Linux OS Installation

Manual Linux OS Installation

Oracle System Assistant Overview

Get Updates and Install OS Tasks

Obtaining Oracle System Assistant

Preparing to Install a Linux Operating System

Preparing the Boot Environment

Verify the UEFI Optimal Defaults

Set the Boot Mode

Configuring RAID

Installing a Linux Operating System

Installing a Linux OS on a Single System Using Oracle System Assistant

Install a Linux OS Using Oracle System Assistant

Installing Oracle Linux on a Single System Manually

Oracle Linux 6.5, 6.6, or 7 OS Installation Task Map

Before You Begin

Install Oracle Linux 6.5 or 6.6 OS Manually Using Local or Remote Media

Install Oracle Linux 7 OS Manually Using Local or Remote Media

Install Oracle Linux 6.5, 6.6, or 7 OS Using PXE Network Boot

Post Installation Tasks for Oracle Linux 6.5, 6.6, or 7 OS

Installing Red Hat Enterprise Linux OS on a Single System Manually

RHEL 6.5, 6.6, or 7 OS Installation Task Map

Before You Begin

Install RHEL 6.5, 6.6, or 7 OS Manually Using Local or Remote Media

Install RHEL 6.5, 6.6, or 7 OS Using PXE Network Boot

Post Installation Tasks for RHEL 6.5, 6.6, or 7 OS

Download and Install OS Updates

(Optional) Install Oracle Unbreakable Enterprise Kernel for Linux on RHEL Using Local or Remote Console

Installing SUSE Linux Enterprise Server OS on a Single System Manually

SLES 11 SP3 OS Installation Task Map

Before You Begin

Install SLES 11 SP3 OS Manually Using Local or Remote Media

Install SLES 12 OS Manually Using Local or Remote Media

Install SLES OS Using PXE Network Boot

Post Installation Tasks for SLES OS

Update the SLES Operating System

Configuring Network Interfaces

NIC Connectors

Windows Installation

About Microsoft Windows Server Operating System Installs

Windows OS Installation Task Map

Supported Windows Server Operating Systems

SAS PCIe HBA Requiring Mass Storage Driver for Windows Server 2012

Selecting the Console Display Option

Console Display Options

Set Up the Local Console

Set Up the Remote Console

Selecting the Boot Media Option

Boot Media Options Requirements

Local Boot Media Requirements

Remote Boot Media Requirements

Set Up the Boot Media for a Local Installation

Set Up the Boot Media for a Remote Installation

Selecting the Installation Target Option

Installation Target Options

Set Up a Local Storage Drive (HDD or SSD) as the Installation Target

Set Up a Fibre Channel Storage Area Network Device as the Installation Target

Windows OS Installation Options

Single-Server Installation Methods

Assisted Windows Server OS Installation

Manual Windows Server OS Installation

Windows Deployment Services OS Installation

Oracle System Assistant Overview

Get Updates and Install OS Tasks

Obtaining Oracle System Assistant

Preparing to Install the Windows Server Operating System

Preparing the Boot Environment

Verify the UEFI Optimal Defaults

Set the Boot Mode

Configuring RAID

Installing a Windows Server Operating System

Related Information

Before You Begin

Installing Windows Server on a Single System Using Oracle System Assistant

Install Windows Server on a Single System Using Oracle System Assistant

Installing Windows Server on a Single System Manually

Install Windows Server 2012 or 2012 R2 Manually Using Local or Remote Media

Install Windows Server 2012 or 2012 R2 Using PXE Network Boot

Post Installation Tasks for Windows Server

Supplemental Software Component Options

Installing Device Drivers and Supplemental Software

Install Server-Specific Device Drivers and Supplemental Software

Configuring Intel NIC Teaming

VMware ESXi Installation

About VMware ESXi Installations

VMware ESXi Installation Task Map

Supported VMware ESXi Software

VMware ESXi Installation Options

Single-Server Installation Methods

Preparing to Install VMware ESXi

Preparing the Boot Environment

Verify the BIOS Optimal Defaults

Set the Boot Mode

Accessing the Host Console

Access the Host Console Through a Local Graphics Monitor

Access the Host Console Through the Oracle ILOM Remote System Console Plus

Preparing the Boot Media

Set Up the Boot Media for a Local Installation

Set Up the Boot Media for a Remote Installation

Preparing the Installation Target

Installation Target Options

Important: Internal, Embedded Oracle System Assistant USB Flash Drive Should Not Be Used as a Boot or Storage Drive

Set Up a Local Storage Drive (HDD, SSD, or RAID Volume) as the Installation Target

Set Up a Fibre Channel Storage Area Network Device as the Installation Target

Configuring the HBA Cache Settings to Support ESXi Installation

Configure the HBA Cache Settings in Legacy BIOS Boot Mode

Configure the HBA Cache Settings in UEFI Boot Mode

Configuring the Input/Output Settings to Support the VMware ESXi Installation

Disable the PCI 64 Bit Resources Allocation Property

Gathering the Required Information

Installing VMware ESXi

Before You Begin

Installing VMware ESXi on a Single System Using Media

Install VMware ESXi Using Local or Remote Media

Post-Installation Tasks for VMware ESXi

Determine the MAC Address of a Connected Server Network Port

Configure Network Adapter Settings

Enable the megaraid_sas Driver

Return the HBA Cache Settings to Default Values in Legacy BIOS Boot Mode

Return the HBA Cache Settings to Default Values in UEFI Boot Mode

Update the VMware ESXi Software

Manage VMware ESXi Resources

Configuring Network Interfaces

NIC Connectors

Service

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About the Oracle Server X5-2L

Product Description

About Controls and Connectors

Front Panel Components on Eight Drive Systems

Front Panel Components on Twelve Drive Systems

Front Panel Components on Twenty-Four Drive Systems

Rear Panel Components and Cable Connections

About System Components

Illustrated Parts Breakdown

Customer-Replaceable Units

Field-Replaceable Units

Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Troubleshooting Server Component Hardware Faults

Troubleshooting Server Hardware Faults

Basic Troubleshooting Process

Related Information

Troubleshoot Hardware Faults Using the Oracle ILOM Web Interface

Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Information

Troubleshooting Using the Server Front and Rear Panel Status Indicators

Related Information

Server Boot Process and Normal Operating State Indicators

Server System-Level Status Indicators

Server Fan Status Indicators

Storage and Boot Drive Indicators

Power Supply Status Indicators

Network Management Port Status Indicators

Ethernet Ports Status Indicators

Motherboard Status Indicators

Troubleshooting System Cooling Issues

External Ambient Temperature Too High

Airflow Blockage

Cooling Areas Compromised

Hardware Component Failure

Troubleshooting Power Issues

AC Power Connection

Power Supplies (PSUs)

Top Cover

Managing Server Hardware Faults Through the Oracle ILOM Fault Management Shell

Troubleshooting With Diagnostic Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Diagnostic Tool Documentation

Attaching Devices to the Server

Attach Devices to the Server

Rear Panel Connector Locations

Configuring Serial Port Sharing

Assign Serial Port Output Using the CLI

Assign Serial Port Output Using the Web Interface

Server Operating System Names for the NVMe Storage Drives

Ethernet Port Boot Order and Device Naming

Ethernet Port Boot Order

Ethernet Port Device Naming

Rear Panel Pinhole Switches

Getting Help

Contacting Support

Related Information

Locating the Chassis Serial Number

Preparing for Service

Safety Precautions

Safety Symbols

Electrostatic Discharge Safety

FRU Key Identity Properties (KIP) Automated Update

Related Information

Required Tools

Preparing the Server for Component Replacement

Powering Down the Server

Power Down the Server Gracefully Using the Oracle ILOM CLI

Power Down the Server Gracefully Using the Oracle ILOM Web Interface

Power Down the Server Gracefully Using the Power Button

Power Down the Server for Immediate Shutdown Using the Power Button

Power Down the Server for Immediate Shutdown Using the Oracle CLI

Power Down the Server for Immediate Shutdown Using the Oracle ILOM Web Interface

Disconnect Cables From the Server

Extend the Server to the Maintenance Position

Remove the Server From the Rack

Take Antistatic Measures

Remove the Server Top Cover

Remove the Fan Assembly Door From the Server

Remove the Disk Cage Cover From the Server

Servicing CRUs That Do Not Require Server Power-Off

Servicing Storage Drives and Rear Drives (CRU)

Storage Drives Hot-Plug Conditions

Storage Drive Failure and RAID

Removing and Replacing an HDD or SSD Storage Drive

Remove an HDD or SSD Storage Drive

Install an HDD or SSD Storage Drive

Removing and Replacing an NVMe Storage Drive Using Oracle Solaris

Unmount an NVMe Storage Drive

Remove an NVMe Storage Drive From the Server

Verify Removal of an NVMe Storage Drive

Install an NVMe Storage Drive in the Server

Power On an NVMe Storage Drive and Attach a Device Driver

Related Information

Removing and Replacing an NVMe Storage Drive Using Oracle Linux

Unmount an NVMe Storage Drive

Remove an NVMe Storage Drive

Verify Removal of an NVMe Storage Drive

Install an NVMe Storage Drive in the Server

Power On an NVMe Storage Drive and Attach a Device Driver

Verify Operation of an NVMe Storage Drive

Related Information

Removing and Replacing a Rear Storage Drive

Remove a Rear Storage Drive

Install a Rear Storage Drive

Servicing Fan Modules (CRU)

Remove a Fan Module

Install a Fan Module

Servicing Power Supplies (CRU)

Remove a Power Supply

Install a Power Supply

Servicing CRUs That Require Server Power-Off

Servicing the DIMMs (CRU)

DIMM and Processor Physical Layout

DIMM Population Scenarios

Related information

DIMM Population Rules

Populating DIMMs for Optimal System Performance

Populating DIMMs in Single-Processor Systems for Optimal System Performance

Populating DIMMs in Dual-Processor Systems for Optimal System Performance

DIMM Operating Speeds

DIMM Rank Classification Labels

Inconsistencies Between DIMM Fault Indicators and the BIOS Isolation of Faulty DIMMs

Using the Server Fault Remind Button

Identify and Remove a Faulty DIMM

Install a DIMM

Servicing PCIe Cards (CRU)

PCIe Slot Locations

Remove a PCIe Card

Install a PCIe Card

Servicing the Internal USB Flash Drives (CRU)

Servicing the Oracle System Assistant USB Flash Drive

Remove an Internal USB Flash Drive

Install an Internal USB Flash Drive

Servicing the Battery (CRU)

Remove the Battery

Install the Battery

Servicing FRUs

Servicing Processors (FRU)

Selecting the Correct Processor Removal and Replacement Tool

Remove a Processor

Install a Processor

Servicing the Front and Rear Storage Drive Backplanes (FRU)

Remove the Storage Drive Backplane for Eight-Drive Systems

Install the Storage Drive Backplane for Eight-Drive Systems

Remove the Storage Drive Backplane for Twelve-Drive Systems

Install the Storage Drive Backplane for Twelve-Drive Systems

Remove the Storage Drive Backplane for Twenty-Four Drive Systems

Install the Storage Drive Backplane for Twenty-Four Drive Systems

Remove the Storage Drive Backplane for Rear-Mounted Storage Drives

Install the Storage Drive Backplane for Rear-Mounted Storage Drives

Servicing SAS Cables (FRU)

Remove SAS Storage Drive Cables

Install SAS Storage Drive Cables

Servicing NVMe Cables (FRU)

Related Information

Remove NVMe Cables

Install NVMe Cables

Servicing the Oracle Storage 12 Gb/s SAS PCIe RAID HBA Card (FRU)

Remove the Oracle Storage 12 Gb/s SAS PCIe RAID HBA Card

Install the Oracle Storage 12 Gb/s SAS PCIe RAID HBA Card

Servicing the DVD Drive (FRU)

Remove the DVD Drive

Install the DVD Drive

Servicing the Front LED/USB Indicator Modules (FRU)

Remove the Left LED Indicator Module

Install the Left LED Indicator Module

Remove the Right LED/USB Indicator Module

Install the Right LED/USB Indicator Module

Servicing the Motherboard Assembly (FRU)

Remove the Motherboard Assembly

Install the Motherboard Assembly

Returning the Server to Operation

Server Filler Panel Requirements

Remove and Install Filler Panels

Install the Server Top Cover

Install the Fan Assembly Door

Install the Disk Cage Cover

Remove Antistatic Measures

Reinstall the Server in the Rack

Return the Server to the Normal Rack Position

Reconnect Power and Data Cables

Power On the Server

Identifying the Server Ports

Gigabit Ethernet Ports

Network Management Port

Serial Management Port

Video Connector

USB Ports

Setting Up BIOS Configuration Parameters

Managing the BIOS Configuration

Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility

BIOS Setup Utility Menus

BIOS Key Mappings

Access BIOS Setup Utility Menus

Navigate BIOS Setup Utility Menus

Using UEFI

Selecting Legacy BIOS or UEFI Boot Mode

Switching Between Legacy BIOS and UEFI Boot Modes

UEFI Boot Mode Advantages

Configuration Utilities for Add-In Cards

Using BIOS for Resource Allocation

Legacy Option ROM Allocation

Common BIOS Setup Utility Tasks

Verify BIOS Factory Default Settings

Select Legacy BIOS or UEFI BIOS Boot Mode

Select the Boot Device

Enable or Disable Oracle System Assistant

Configure TPM Support

Configure SP Network Settings

Configure Option ROM Settings

Configure I/O Resource Allocation

Exit BIOS Setup Utility

BIOS Setup Utility Menu Options

BIOS Main Menu Selections

BIOS Advanced Menu Selections

BIOS Advanced Menu Processor Configuration Options

BIOS Advanced Menu CPU Power Management Configuration Options

BIOS Advanced Menu Memory Configuration Option

BIOS Advanced Menu USB Ports Options

BIOS Advanced Menu Serial Port Console Redirection Options

BIOS Advanced Menu Trusted Computing Options

BIOS Advanced Menu Network Stack Options

BIOS Advanced Menu BMC Network Configuration Options

BIOS Advanced Menu iSCSI Configuration Options

BIOS Advanced Menu Ethernet Controller Options

BIOS IO Menu Selections

BIOS IO Menu PCI Subsystem Settings Options

BIOS IO Menu IO Virtualization Options

BIOS IO Menu I/OAT Configuration Options

BIOS IO Menu Internal Devices Options

BIOS IO Menu Add In Cards Options

BIOS Boot Menu Selections

BIOS Exit Menu Selections

Monitoring Components and Identifying SNMP Messages

Monitoring Component Health and Faults Using Oracle ILOM

Monitoring System Components

System Chassis Components

Cooling Unit Components

Disk Backplane Components

Memory Device Components

Power Unit Components

Processor Components

System Board Components

System Firmware Components

Hard Disk Drive Components

Identifying SNMP Trap Messages

Environmental Events

Hard Disk Drive Events

Power Events

Fan Events

Memory Events

Entity Presence Events

Physical Security Events

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This section describes how to prepare the server for installing the operating system.

Description	Links
Setting up UEFI.	Preparing the Boot Environment
Setting the boot mode.	Set the Boot Mode
Configuring RAID on the server.	Configuring RAID

Related Information

Installing Windows Server on a Single System Using Oracle System Assistant
Installing Windows Server on a Single System Manually