Scientific Linux - network install

Unlike other Linux distros, Scientific Linux does not come with a network install cd. However, not to worry, you can still do a network based installation following a couple of easy steps.

-> Boot off of disc 1
-> On the boot screen type "linux askmethod"
-> Select your language
-> Select your keyboard type
-> Select your install method, for this I'll use HTTP
-> Select your network configuration, I unselect IPV6, no reason to run protocols your not using
-> The next screen is where you will enter the server and location of the install files
----> I like to use the Argonne National Laboratory mirror, it's fast, mirror.mcs.anl.gov
----> I am using 5.4 i386, so my path looks like this /pub/scientific-linux/54/i386
-> Next screen lets you know it found your CD, I usually select skip on the scan
-> Now it will load the splash screen, select next
-> You now need to partition your hard drive, you can allow it to auto partition or select custom from the drop down
-> Next is the GRUB screen, I usually leave the default location
-> Next you get the option to customize your network settings and hostname
-> Select your timezone
-> Set your root password
-> Next is the software screen, depending on what you will use your install for will determine how much you customize this
-> The next screen will kick off your install, no need to worry about swapping discs
----> the amount of time it takes to finish the install will depend on your Internet connection
-> At some point you'll be ready to reboot
-> At initial boot you will be prompted with for some post install info
----> Firewall Config
----> SELinux
----> Initial user account, I didn't get this since I didn't install a GUI
-> You should now have a usable Scientific Linux install, enjoy