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VMware vSphere 7.x on Dell EMC PowerEdge Servers Getting Started Guide

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Configuring ESXi on Dell EMC PowerEdge server

  1. Set up your Dell EMC PowerEdge server.
    For more information, see the Getting Started Guide and the Rack Installation Instructions document shipped with your server.
  2. Power on the server.
    The ESXi console is displayed.
  3. To configure ESXi, press F2.
    Configuring the software includes changing the root password and setting a static IP address.
    NOTE: By default, the server obtains an IP address using the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).
  4. To change the root password from the main menu, select Configure Password.
    The root password manages the server on a one-to-one basis.
  5. To configure a static IP address, select Configure Management Network > IP Configuration > Set static IP address and network configuration.
    NOTE: Note down the network IP address of the ESXi.

If you purchased the ESXi hypervisor-based vSphere Standard, Enterprise, Enterprise Plus, Essentials Plus software, or Acceleration kits from Dell EMC, you must have received the Partner Activation Code certificate with the server. To use the ESXi software and receive subscription services, follow the instructions in your Partner Activation Code certificate that is included with the server.

NOTE: By using the VMware software, you agree to the VMware End User License Agreement (EULA) at vmware.com/downloads/eula. For more information about license keys and VMware software licensing configuration, see the VMware documentation at vmware.com/support/pubs.

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