Remote Ethernet Booting; Boot Bios Features - GE V7768 Hardware Reference Manual

3.8 Remote Ethernet Booting

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The V7768/V7769 is capable of booting from a server using Gigabit Ethernet over
a network utilizing the Boot ROM BIOS. The BIOS gives you the ability to
remotely boot the V7768/V7769 using a PXE network protocol. The Ethernet must
be connected through the GbE front panel (RJ45) connector to boot remotely. This
feature allows users to create systems without the worry of disk drive reliability
or the extra cost of adding CompactFlash drives.

3.8.1 Boot BIOS Features

• PXE boot support
• Detailed boot configuration screens
• Optional disabling of local boots
• Dual-boot option lets users select network or local booting