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NT 2008 R2 64bit - how do I install?

I am trying to set up a new server...its a beastbrand new everything completely new custom Dell svr.....However, when I insert what is suppose to be a copied install NT 2008 r2 64 bit disk..I get ...no operating system is found...the cd was given to me and it wants me to hit CNTRL R to configure..however Im not sure this right....

GlobaLevel

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what I should be asking is what should I expect if I insert an actual Windows NT 2008 64bit cd..?

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GlobaLevel

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is this the 'Dell Management Console' that came with the server??

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GlobaLevel

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well,,i have a copy ..not the original...

Lee W, MVP

Then it's that much more difficult for you.

I think this is an OLD version of what I'm talking about:
http://support.dell.com/support/downloads/download.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=gen&releaseid=R146318&formatcnt=0&libid=0&typeid=-1&dateid=-1&formatid=-1&fileid=204270

(Trying to find a newer version).

Lee W, MVP

If you want to do this quickly, I would suggest calling Dell and requesting the download link for "the current version of the CD that allows you to install operating systems" and that you think it's called the "OpenManage Server Assistant".

Lee W, MVP

Would also help to know exactly what model server you are using...

Lee W, MVP

According to the Dell support tech I spoke to, you're looking for either of the following:
System Management Tools and Documentation 6.2.0 dated 12/14/2009
System Build and Update Utility 6.2.0 dated 12/14/2009

Direct Links:
http://support.dell.com/support/downloads/download.aspx?c=us&cs=04&l=en&s=bsd&releaseid=R250023&SystemID=PWE_T610&servicetag=&os=WNET&osl=en&deviceid=17861&devlib=0&typecnt=0&vercnt=3&catid=-1&impid=-1&formatcnt=0&libid=36&typeid=-1&dateid=-1&formatid=-1&fileid=368161
http://support.dell.com/support/downloads/download.aspx?c=us&cs=04&l=en&s=bsd&releaseid=R251661&SystemID=PWE_T610&servicetag=&os=WNET&osl=en&deviceid=24134&devlib=0&typecnt=0&vercnt=1&catid=-1&impid=-1&formatcnt=0&libid=36&typeid=-1&dateid=-1&formatid=-1&fileid=367903

With simple questions like this, it can often be faster to pick up a phone... Ask here too - we're pretty quick fairly often, but sometimes, the phone can be faster.