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What is Linux?
From wikipedia.org: Linux is a Unix-like computer operating system. Linux is one of the most prominent examples of free software and open source development; its underlying source code can be modified, used, and redistributed by anyone, freely.
Full definition on wikipedia.org
What Enterprise Linux distributions does Dell support on its line of PowerEdge servers and Precision workstations?
Dell supports Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5, SuSE Linux Enterprise Linux 9 x86_64 and SuSE Linux Enterprise Linux 10 x86_64.
Where can I get Linux support for my Dell hardware?
There are several support options for Linux issues. The official support page at http://support.dell.com is a great stopping point for answers to common issues and driver updates. In addition, you can contact support at 1-800-915-3355 if you have a support contract.
Other (unofficial) support venues availalable for Linux issues on Dell hardware are at http://linux.dell.com and the different mailing lists at http://lists.us.dell.com. The content on these 2 sites is provided as is, without express or implied warranties of any kind.
What tools does Dell provide to monitor hardware on servers running either RHEL or SLES?
Dell OpenManage Server Administrator (OMSA) is the suite of tools provided by Dell for managing an individual server. See the official OpenManage site for product information.
How come I can't find any information on Ubuntu on this site?
There is a separate Consumer Wiki dedicated to Ubuntu on Dell desktops and laptops.
From wikipedia.org: Linux is a Unix-like computer operating system. Linux is one of the most prominent examples of free software and open source development; its underlying source code can be modified, used, and redistributed by anyone, freely.
Full definition on wikipedia.org
What Enterprise Linux distributions does Dell support on its line of PowerEdge servers and Precision workstations?
Dell supports Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5, SuSE Linux Enterprise Linux 9 x86_64 and SuSE Linux Enterprise Linux 10 x86_64.
Where can I get Linux support for my Dell hardware?
There are several support options for Linux issues. The official support page at http://support.dell.com is a great stopping point for answers to common issues and driver updates. In addition, you can contact support at 1-800-915-3355 if you have a support contract.
Other (unofficial) support venues availalable for Linux issues on Dell hardware are at http://linux.dell.com and the different mailing lists at http://lists.us.dell.com. The content on these 2 sites is provided as is, without express or implied warranties of any kind.
What tools does Dell provide to monitor hardware on servers running either RHEL or SLES?
Dell OpenManage Server Administrator (OMSA) is the suite of tools provided by Dell for managing an individual server. See the official OpenManage site for product information.
OMSA is included with the purchase of every new PowerEdge server. It comes on a CD included in the server's cardboard box. Each new version of OMSA may be also downloaded from support.dell.com. Search for Files by Description: "OpenManage Server Administrator linux".
The Dell unofficial yum repository also carries OMSA to ease installation.
The Dell unofficial yum repository also carries OMSA to ease installation.
How come I can't find any information on Ubuntu on this site?
There is a separate Consumer Wiki dedicated to Ubuntu on Dell desktops and laptops.
