Deployment Guide

Windows configuration

Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard Edition or Datacenter Edition is installed on your server depending on

your solution. Alternatively, if you are using a volume license, ensure that the OS is properly installed, all

hardware has the necessary firmware and drivers, and continue to follow the deployment steps below.

After turning on each server, configure iDRAC to enable remote management of the server outside the

OS. After the system starts, you must accept the end user license agreement (EULA), enter a local

administrator password, and then activate the OS by using the license key provided with each server.

NOTE: Repeat all the tasks in this section on each server node.

CAUTION: When using a volume license, ensure that the correct drivers and firmware are

available before proceeding with the deployment. After reinstalling your OS certain components

like the Chipset driver must be downloaded.

Configuring dedicated iDRAC port for remote access

iDRAC provides remote access to the server, which allows initial server configuration outside of the OS

and additional management applications. For more information about the enabling and configuring

iDRAC for your server, see the DSMS R630 or R730 Owner’s Manual available at Dell.com/dsmsmanuals.

Logging in to Dell iDRAC

This procedure requires that you have a Java Runtime Environment (JRE) installed on the system you are

using to manage the connected Dell servers.

1. To log in to iDRAC, open a web browser on a management station, and then type the iDRAC IP

address in the address bar.

2. On the iDRAC Login page, type the default log in credentials:

a. In the Username box, type root.

b. In the Password box, type calvin.

3. On the System Summary page, in the Properties tab, under the Virtual Console section, click

Launch.

Logging in to the server

Logging in to your system as an administrator provides the user rights required to continue to the

deployment procedure.

1. When the server starts for the first time, specify the language, and then accept the Microsoft EULA.

2. Set the password for the Administrator account for the server.