Install vSphere ESXi 5 HP DL380 G7

I read a few bits and bobs that there are quite a few layouts guard/considerations when installing ESXi on a HP Server. Does anyone have a special procedure, the procedure, or can anyone point me in the right direct?

Thank you all

I already installed a couple of these hosts and haven't had any problems at all. Some suggest, however.

If you want to use local storage:

  • Due to a problem of logical volumes on the integrated SmartArray controller driver may not exceed 2 TB less 512 bytes
  • Make sure that the RAID controller has BBWC/FBWC attached. It makes a huge difference.

In all of the BIOS:

  • time UTC + 0 (which is actually the same thing for other devices too)
  • Select "VT - x" and "Execute Disable Bit"
  • set the options of food for 'static High Performance '.

André

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