Preparing to Install an Operating System

Use the following guidelines to prepare for installing an operating system.

Guideline	Reference
Connect to the system	Access Serial Remote Host Console Redirecting the Host Console Using Oracle ILOM Redirect Host Server Desktop or Storage Devices
Prepare the boot environment	Using UEFI and the BIOS Setup Utility – Set UEFI BIOS to Optimal Defaults to ensure that the server is operating efficiently with a configuration that works best for the server.
Prepare the installation target Update the latest component firmware as required.	Configuring Storage Devices for Operating System Installation
Reset or power the server off and on	Controlling System Power
Gather additional and updated tools and drivers	Additional and updated tools and drivers might be available for your operating system, including Mass Storage drivers required for installation. Download tools and drivers at My Oracle Support.