6 Setting up and restoring Linux
HP offers a variety of Linux solutions for HP workstation customers:
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HP certifies and supports Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) on HP workstations.
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HP certifies and supports SUSE® Linux Enterprise Desktop (SLED) on HP workstations.
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HP offers a SLED 11 preload on some Z series Workstations.
This chapter describes how to set up and restore the Linux® operating system. It includes these
topics:
Topics
HP Installer Kit for Linux (HPIKL) on page 43
Setting up Red Hat Enterprise Linux on page 43
Setting up SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop (SLED) on page 45
Proprietary graphics drivers on page 46
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. Go to
http://www.hp.com/linux.
2. In the Platforms tab, select HP Workstations.
3. Select Certification Matrix.
4. Go to the Red Hat or SUSE tab.
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