Installing Caldera OpenLinux Server v3.1.1 - IBM eServer xSeries 225

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IBM eServer xSeries 225 installation instructions for Caldera OpenLinux Server 3.1.1

Revision level: 1.04
Updated: 17 April 2003

Supported systems: 8647 - IBM eServer xSeries 225

Follow the eServer xSeries network operating system (NOS) installation instructions provided in this document in sequential order unless these instructions advise you otherwise. Windows and messages might differ from those in this document. Throughout this document, the term select is used to denote the use of arrow keys to make a selection from a menu. The term click is used to denote the use of a mouse to make a selection.

This document contains the following:

1.0 What you will need
2.0 Where to download device drivers and files
3.0 Quick installation instructions for experienced users
4.0 Detailed installation instructions
4.1 Installing Caldera OpenLinux version 3.1.1
4.2 Setting up the server
4.2.1.Updating the BIOS code
4.2.2.Updating the diagnostic code
4.2.3.Updating the service processor firmware (if applicable)
4.2.4.Installing the system-management device driver (if applicable)
4.3 Configuring hard disk drives using the integrated LSI small computer system interface (SCSI) controller
4.4 Configuring arrays using the IBM ServeRAID adapter
4.5 Installing Caldera OpenLinux version 3.1.1
4.6 Servers with onboard Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

1.0 What you will need

You must have the following software and hardware for the installation:

• A registered copy of Caldera OpenLinux Server Version 3.1.1
• One blank diskette to create a BIOS code flash diskette. You might need additional blank diskettes for firmware updates.
• One blank diskette labeled  (label it Rescue Disk)
• One blank diskette labeled LSI SCSI, if your server comes with a LSI SCSI controller
• One blank diskette labeled XFree86 RPM, if your server comes with an ATI Range XL video controller
• One blank diskette labeled Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet, if your server has a Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet chipset
• Supported hard disk drives.Go to http://www-03.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/ for the ServerProven® list of supported options and part numbers for your server.
• Supported adapters. Go to http://www-03.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/ for the ServerProven list of supported options and part numbers for your server.
• The IBM ServeRAID Support CD version 5.11 or later, if you are using an IBM ServeRAID adapter.

2.0 Where to download device drivers and files

You can download device drivers and files from the following sites:

IBM U.S. Web site: http://www.ibm.com/systems/support
For countries outside the U.S., start at http://www.ibm.com/

If your server comes with a LSI SCSI controller, you must update the LSI SCSI device drivers. To download LSI SCSI, go to http://support.caldera.com/

If your server comes with an ATI Range XL video controller, you must install the latest version of the XFree86 RPM device drivers. To download XFree86 RPM device drivers, go to http://support.caldera.com/

If your server comes with a Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet chipset, you must download the Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet device drivers. To download Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet device drivers, go to http://support.caldera.com/

You can download product specifications from the following sites:

If you have experience with small computer system interface (SCSI), hardware, and the installation process, continue with "3.0 Quick installation instructions for experienced users." If not, continue with "4.0 Detailed installation instructions."

3.0 Quick installation instructions for experienced users

Complete the following steps to install Caldera OpenLinux Server version 3.1.1:

1. Start the server and insert the Caldera OpenLinux Server 3.1.1 CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. At the Start up prompt, press Enter to begin the installation process.
3. Follow the instructions displayed on the screen to complete the installation process.

NOTES:

• Installation in text mode is not supported.
• Symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) support comes with Caldera OpenLinux Server version 3.1.1. If you have more than one microprocessor installed, the server automatically detects them. To review the microprocessor information, at the command prompt, type cat /proc/cpuinfo.
• If your server comes with an ATI Range XL video controller, you must install the latest version of the XFree86 RPM device drivers that are available at http://support.caldera.com/

4.0 Detailed installation instructions

Complete the following steps to install Caldera OpenLinux Server version 3.1.1.

NOTES:

• Network adapters can be installed and configured during or after the installation.
• For integrated drive electronics (IDE) interface models, ensure that your hard disk drive is the primary master device.

Complete the following steps to prepare the hardware:

1. Disconnect the server from the power source, and remove the cover.
2. If problems occur when you attempt to install multiple adapters or devices, for the initial installation, remove all adapters and devices that are not required for the base operating system to be installed.
   NOTE: Disconnect any tape drives or external SCSI devices temporarily. After the operating system is starting without errors, reinstall the removed adapters and devices one at a time. This procedure simplifies the installation process.
3. If you plan to use an external storage enclosure, set up the enclosure, using the instructions that come with the enclosure; then, continue with 4.2 Setting up the server. Otherwise, continue with step 4.
4. Install the hard disk drives in the drive bays.
5. Install the cover.
6. Connect the server to the power source.

4.2 Setting up the server

Complete the following steps to set up the server:

1. Start the server.
2. When the IBM logo is displayed, press F1 to start the Configuration/Setup Utility program.
3. Verify that the BIOS code is at the latest revision level that is available from the IBM Web site or FTP site.
4. If you need to download the BIOS code, complete the following steps:
   1. Download the applicable image from the IBM Web site or FTP site. The image is a self-extracting, executable file (under DOS or IBM OS/2) that creates the flash diskettes.
   2. Under Download, click Downloads & drivers.
   3. Under For any product, select Servers under Brand, choose the appropriate xSeries server under Family, and click Display documents.
   4. If you need to update the BIOS code, go to 4.2.1 Updating BIOS code. If not, go to 4.3 Configuring hard disk drives using the integrated LSI SCSI controller.

NOTE: If you need to update the BIOS code, you must also update the diagnostics code, service processor firmware, and system management device driver.

4.2.1 Updating the BIOS code

Complete the following steps to update the BIOS code:

1. Download the applicable image from the IBM Web site or FTP site. The image is a self-extracting, executable file (under DOS or IBM OS/2) that creates the flash diskettes.
2. In the Filter list by category menu, select BIOS (System).
3. To create the diskettes, run the executable (.exe) file under DOS or OS/2 and follow the instructions on the screen.
   1. In the last window of the License Agreement, press the Y key.
   2. Label the diskettes, using the part number of the image.
   3. To update the BIOS code, complete the steps in the corresponding readme file.

4.2.2 Updating the diagnostic code

Complete the following steps to update the diagnostic code:

1. Download the applicable image from the IBM Web site or FTP site. The image is a self-extracting, executable file (under DOS or IBM OS/2®) that creates the flash diskettes.
2. In the Filter list by category menu, select Diagnostic.
3. To create the diskettes, run the executable (.exe) file under DOS or OS/2 and follow the instructions on the screen.
4. In the last window of the License Agreement, press the Y key.
5. Label the diskettes, using the part number of the image.
6. To update the diagnostics code, complete the steps in the corresponding readme file.

4.2.3 Updating the service processor firmware (if applicable)

Complete the following steps to update the service processor firmware:

1. Download the applicable image from the IBM Web site or FTP site. The image is a self-extracting, executable file under DOS or IBM OS/2) that creates the flash diskettes.
2. In the Filter list by category menu, select Advanced Systems Management.
3. To create the diskettes, run the executable (.exe) file under DOS or OS/2 and follow theinstructions on the screen.
4. In the last window of the License Agreement, press the Y key.
5. Label the diskettes, using the part number of the image.
6. To update the service processor firmware, complete the steps in the corresponding readme file.

To install the system-management device driver, follow the specific installation instructions included in the readme file for your NOS.

If you are using an IDE interface, go to 4.5 Installing Caldera OpenLinux Server version 3.1.1. If you are using the IBM ServeRAID adapter, go to 4.4 Configuring arrays using the IBM ServeRAID adapter. Otherwise, continue with 4.3 Configuring hard disk drives using the integrated LSI SCSI controller.

4.3 Configuring hard disk drives using the integrated SCSI controller

Complete the following steps to configure the hard disk drives using the LSI SCSI controller:

1. Start the server and press Ctrl+C when prompted.
2. If your server has one channel, go to step 2. Otherwise, continue with step 3.
3. Select the bus, device, and channel that you want to configure.
   NOTE: If you are using both channels of the integrated LSI SCSI controller, be sure to repeat steps 2 through 5 for both channels.
4. Select Device Properties.
5. Verify the boot SCSI ID:
   • If the server has one channel, verify that the boot SCSI ID matches the drive identification (ID) that you plan to use for the boot partition.
   • If the server has two channels, verify that the boot channel and boot SCSI ID match the SCSI channel and drive identification (ID) that you plan to use for the boot partition.
6. Complete the following steps to format each hard disk individually. Formatting might take up to 30 minutes, depending on the drive size.
   1. Scroll down to the row with the hard disk drive.
   2. Tab over to the Format column.
   3. Press Enter twice.
   4. When the formatting is complete, press any key to continue.
   5. Press Esc three times and select Exit the Configuration Utility.
   6. Continue with “4.5 Installing Caldera OpenLinux Server version 3.1.1.

4.4 Configuring arrays using the IBM ServeRAID Adapter

When the server starts, an error message concerning drive configuration similar to the following message is displayed.

-Following drives not responding (oldstate:newstate:ch:bay)
(ONL:DDD:2:1) (ONL:DDD:2:2)
-Identifiers for the following drives do not match configuration
-Drive(s) not responding or found at new location(s)
-Standby device(s) not responding or found at new location(s)

1. Insert the IBM ServeRAID Support CD into the CD-ROM drive and press F10 to continue without changing the configuration.
2. If prompted, update the ServeRAID BIOS code and ServeRAID firmware. Restart the server and repeat step 1, if necessary.
3. In the ServeRAID Manager screen, double-click LocalHost (Local system) and select Controller 1.
4. In the menu bar, click Actions; then, click Restore to factory-default settings.
5. In the Confirmation screen, click Yes.
6. In the Actions menu, select Configure RAID.
7. Select Custom configuration for controller 1; then, click Next.
8. Double-click each ID you want to add to the array and click Next.
9. Specify the RAID level and click Next.
10. Click Apply.
11. In the Confirmation screen, click Yes.
12. Click Reboot or Restart at the ServeRAID Manager screen and continue with 4.5 Installing Caldera OpenLinux Server version 3.1.1.

4.5 Installing Caldera OpenLinux Server 3.1.1

Complete the following steps to install Caldera OpenLinux Server version 3.1.1:

1. Start the server and insert the Caldera OpenLinux Server 3.1.1 CD into the CD-ROM drive. At the OpenLinux window, if you want to update the LSI SCSI device driver or IBM ServeRAID driver, press the E key (If you are using a system with an LSI SCSI controller, you must update the LSI SCSI driver at this time, following the instructions provided with the driver).  You have approximately 15 seconds to press the E key before the Caldera OpenLinux version 3.1.1 default installation begins. Continue with step 1a. Otherwise, press Enter, and continue with step 2.
   1. Press the Down Arrow key to select kernel /vmlinuz vga=274 quiet vga=274; then, press the E key.
   2. At the end of kernel /vmlinuz vga=274 quiet vga=274, type er=modules; then, press Enter.
   3. Insert the applicable device-driver diskette into the diskette drive.
   4. Press the B key to start the device-driver installation.
2. In the Select Language window, select English and click Next.
3. In the License Information window, select Accept this license and click Next.
4. In the Set Up Mouse window, select PS/2 mouse and Emulate 3rd button; then, click Next.
5. In the Select Keyboard Type window, select Generic 104-key PC for the model and U.S. English for the layout; then, click Next.
6. In the Select Video Card window, click Next.
7. In the Select Monitor window, select the monitor you are using (if your monitor is not listed, enter the horizontal and vertical frequencies for your monitor) and click Next.
8. At the Select Video Mode window, change the color selection to True Color (24bpp) and select the mode you want to use; then, click Test this mode. If you want to select a different color and mode, repeat this step.  Otherwise, click Next.
9. In the Select Target window, select Custom (experts only) and click Next.
10. In the Define Partitions window:
11. Select the target hard disk drive partition for OpenLinux Version 3.1.1 and click Edit.
12. In the Partition window, specify the boundary, the system type, and the mount point on which to define the partition.
13. Repeat these steps to create additional partitions.
14. NOTE: You must create at least the following partitions:
    • A Linux native type boot partition of approximately 30MB (start: 1 end: 4), mount point "/boot" and selected as bootable.
    • A Linux swap type partition that is twice the size of the physical random access memory (RAM) on your server (start: 5 end: 265)
    • A Linux native type root partition of at least 580MB for a minimal installation (a complete installation requires 1.5 GB), with mount point "/".
15. After you configure the drive, click Write; then, click Next when the button becomes active.
16. In the Format Partitions window, click Format chosen partitions to begin formatting. Click Next when the button becomes active, indicating that formatting is complete.
17. In the Select Profile window, select a package group and click Next. After you have click Next, Caldera OpenLinux Server 3.1.1 automatically begins installing the packages you selected.
18. In the Set Login Name(s) window, type in your root password; then, retype it to confirm. Type the information for your user account and click Add. You can set up additional user accounts after the installation process is complete. Click Next when you are finished creating users.
19. In the Set Up Network window, make your selection and type the applicable information; then, click Next.
20. NOTE: If your server has a Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet chipset, configure and install the network after installing the operating system. See section 4.6 Configuring servers with the onboard Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Adapter for instructions.
21. In the Set up Boot Loader window, select Write master boot record and click Next.
22. In the Setup Modem window, select your modem type and click Next.
23. In the Set Up Printer(s) window, select your printer type and click Next.
24. In the Choose Time Zone window, select the time zone (leave the hardware clock set to the default local time) and click Next.
25. In the Entertainment window, click Next.
26. In the Rescue Disk window, insert the diskette that you labeled Rescue Disk into the diskette drive and click Write Disk, when this button becomes active; then, click Finish when, this button becomes active.
27. At the Caldera OpenLinux window, remove the CD from the CD-ROM drive and the diskette from the diskette drive; then, select Shutdown followed by Reboot.

NOTE: If your server has an ATI Range XL video controller you must update the Xfree86 RPM device drivers, followingthe instructions provided with the new RPM drivers and instructions that guide you through the installation.

4.6 Configuring servers with the on-board Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

Complete the following steps to configure the server with the on-board Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Adapter:

1. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/ and download the updated Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet device drivers.
2. Change to the Linux/Drivers directory and type the following commands at the command prompt:
   rpm -ivh bcm5700-2.2.x.src.rpm
   cd /usr/src/OpenLinux
   rpm -bb SPECS/bcm5700.spec
   rpm -ivh RPMS/i386/bcm5700-2.2.x.i386.rpm
   
   NOTE: If a previous version of the Broadcom device drivers is installed on your system, you might need to add the following -force parameter before the rpm can be installed.
   
   insmod bcm5700
3. Configure as necessary through the console.