Erase Utility

CAUTION: Perform a backup before running the System Erase Utility. The utility sets the system to its original factory state, deletes the current hardware configuration information, including array setup and disk partitioning, and erases all connected hard drives completely. Refer to the instructions for using this utility.

Run the Erase Utility if you need to erase the system for the following reasons:

• You want to install a new operating system on a server with an existing operating system.
• You want to change the operating system selection.
• You encounter a failure-causing error during the SmartStart installation.
• You encounter an error when completing the steps of a factory-installed operating system installation.

The Erase Utility can be accessed from the Software and Drivers Download website or the Maintenance Utilities menu of the SmartStart CD.