User Guide

6 Setting up and restoring Linux
This chapter describes how to set up and restore the Linux® operating system. It includes these
topics:
Topics
HP Installer Kit for Linux on page 35
Setting up Red Hat Enterprise Linux on page 35
Setting up SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop on page 37
Proprietary graphics drivers on page 38
NOTE: After you set up the operating system, make sure the latest BIOS, drivers, and software
updates are installed. Refer to the chapter on updating the workstation.
CAUTION: Do not add optional hardware or third-party devices to the workstation until the operating
system is successfully installed. Adding hardware might cause errors and prevent the operating
system from installing correctly.
HP Linux Support Matrix
Not all release streams are supported on particular platforms. To find out which streams are
supported on your workstation. refer to the Linux certification and support matrix :
1. See http://www.hp.com/linux.
2. In the Platforms tab, select HP Workstations.
3. Select your operating system under Certification Matrix..
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