10 Installing an Operating System
This section provides instructions for Oracle Server X9-2 or Oracle Server X9-2L operating system (OS) installation. Each operating system has specific steps to follow to complete the installation.
The general installation process for all operating systems is as follows.
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Review the server Product Notes.
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Confirm the supported operating system version.
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Install the server hardware.
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Connect to the system.
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Select the installation method.
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Select the installation target.
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Install the operating system.
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Configure the operating system.
Supported Operating Systems
The following operating systems are the minimum requirement for supported versions on Oracle Server X9-2 and Oracle Server X9-2L.
- Oracle Solaris 11.4 SRU 45 (minimum)
- Oracle Linux 8 Update 3, Update 4 with the Unbreakable Enterprise Kernel Release 6 (UEK 6) Update 2
- Oracle Linux 7 Update 9 with UEK 6 Update 2, UEK 5 Update 5
- Windows Server 2019, 2016
- VMware ESXi 7 Update 2
- VMware ESXi 6.7 Update 3
Obtain Oracle Solaris and Oracle Linux Operating System distribution at: Oracle Software Delivery Cloud
Obtain Windows Server Media through your organization's license method and Microsoft Evaluation Center.
Note:
Mass Storage Device Drivers for Windows Server OS Your installation may require the addition of a mass storage device driver during the installation process. Oracle has provided additional and updated device drivers in the Windows OS pack for Oracle Servers X9-2 and X9-2L, which may not have been included your Microsoft Windows installation media. If necessary, identify the driver in the OS pack required for your mass storage target. Use this driver during installation or incorporate it into your organizations preferred installation methods. X9-2 and X9-2L OS packs can be found at My Oracle Support.
Obtain VMware ESXi Operating System distribution at: VM OS Distribution
Preparing to Install an Operating System
Use the following guidelines to prepare for installing an operating system.
Caution:
Before you install a Windows Server operating system, be sure to remove any previously installed operating system media from the server during the installation process. Otherwise, you might experience unexpected results.
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Connect to the system |
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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. Refer to Oracle X9 Series Servers Administration Guide Set UEFI BIOS to Optimal Defaults. |
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Prepare the installation target Update the latest component firmware as required. |
Configuring Storage Devices for Operating System Installation |
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Reset or power the server off and on |
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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. Oracle provides additional updated device drivers and tools for Windows Server operating system (OS) on Oracle Server X9-2 or Oracle Server X9-2L. Before you install the Windows Server, download the updated drivers, tools, and patches you need for pre- and post-installation at My Oracle Support. |
Installation Methods
Note:
For Windows Server, install any necessary drivers. The drivers for your server are specific to the operating system, server, or ISO image file. To download drivers, go to My Oracle Support.
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Local OS installation – Physical USB flash device or other media with installation files connected to the server front or back panel. |
Installation media such as an attached USB flash device, DVD in a DVD drive, or DVD ISO image, and operating system distribution media. For local installations, deliver the installation media using a local USB flash drive, or DVD drive, attached directly to the server. |
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Remote OS installation – Redirected physical USB flash device or other media with installation files on a remote system running the Oracle ILOM Remote System Console Plus application. |
Remote system with a browser, an attached USB flash device, or external DVD drive, operating system distribution media, and network access to the server management port (NET MGT). For remote installations, deliver the installation media using the remote USB flash device, DVD drive, or DVD ISO image on an HDD or SSD. See Preparing section. |
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PXE Image installation – Server Preboot eXecution Environment (PXE) launches the installer from a network interface. |
Use your organization's preferred PXE installation method for the planned operating system, for example, PXE/IPXE and Microsoft WDS. Refer to your operating system documentation. Use your organization's preferred PXE installation method for the planned operating system, for example, PXE/IPXE, Solaris AI, and Microsoft WDS. Refer to your operating system documentation. |
Installing the Operating System
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Review the server Product Notes for information updates. |
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Install the server hardware and connect to the Oracle ILOM service processor. |
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Confirm the OS release you want to install. |
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Select an installation method:
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Verify that your system meets the requirements for the operating system installation:
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Prepare to install the operating system. |
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Install the operating system. |
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Reboot the server before using the operating system. |
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Perform post-installation tasks. Refer to the server Product Notes to review any issues or operating notes. Oracle Linux
Oracle Solaris – Use the Oracle Solaris Image Packaging System (IPS) to:
Windows Server – Download and install updated drivers and tools for your operating system from https://support.oracle.com . |
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