VMware ESXi Installation Task Map
The following table describes the high-level steps for installing the VMware ESXi software.
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Install your server hardware and configure the service processor.
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Review the VMware ESXi versions supported on the server.
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Choose an installation method.
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Obtain the VMware ESXi installation media and documentation. The VMware documentation should be used in conjunction with the installation and post installation procedures in this guide.
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Review the server product notes.
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Oracle Server X5-2 Product Notes at:
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Set up the console, boot media, installation target, and boot mode that you will use to perform the installation.
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Install the VMware ESXi software.
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Perform the post installation tasks, if applicable.
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