diff --git a/docs/unraid-os/getting-started/set-up-unraid/deploy-and-configure-unraid-os.mdx b/docs/unraid-os/getting-started/set-up-unraid/deploy-and-configure-unraid-os.mdx
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@@ -9,7 +9,7 @@ After booting Unraid OS for the first time, you'll use the %%WebGUI|web-gui%% to
:::info[Localize]
-It may be easier for users to follow this guide after configuring their language settings. Check out [Multi-language support](../../using-unraid-to/customize-your-experience/multi-language-support.mdx) to make the %%WebGUI|web-gui%% more accessible in your preferred language.
+It may be easier for users to follow this guide after configuring their language settings. Check out [Multi-language support](../../using-unraid-to/customize-your-experience/multi-language-support.mdx) to make the %%WebGUI|web-gui%% more accessible in your preferred language.
:::
@@ -33,12 +33,12 @@ When you access the %%WebGUI|web-gui%% for the first time, you'll be prompted to
Make sure your password is:
- Unique
-- At least 8 characters long. (Although, best practice recommends 12+ for the most secure passwords!)
+- At least 8 characters long. (Although, best practice recommends 12+ for the most secure passwords!)
- A mix of letters, numbers, and special characters
We recommend using a password manager for secure storage.
-
+

@@ -48,19 +48,75 @@ If you forget your root password, you can reset it following the [Reset your pas
:::
+## Onboarding
+
+:::note[Unraid 7.3 only]
+
+The onboarding wizard below applies to Unraid 7.3 and later.
+
+:::
+
+1. Press **Get Started** to launch the onboarding wizard. If you prefer to configure manually, select **Skip Setup**.
+
+
+ 
+
+
+ To relaunch the wizard later, go to **_Settings → Onboarding Wizard_**.
+
+2. Configure your server settings, including server name and description, time zone, language, and optional SSH/theme preferences. Then click **Next**.
+
+
+ 
+
+
+3. Choose your boot option:
+ - For **flash boot**, keep the default USB/flash boot configuration and click **Next**.
+
+
+ 
+
+ - For **internal boot**, choose single or mirrored boot mode, select the
+ device(s), and set the space reserved for the boot partition. Then click
+ **Next**.
+
+
+ 
+
+
+4. Optionally choose whether to preinstall key plugins, then click **Next**.
+
+
+ 
+
+
+5. Review the summary, then click **Confirm & Apply**.
+
+
+ 
+
+
+6. On the **Next Steps** screen, review the recommended follow-up actions, then click:
+ - **Go to Dashboard** if you chose flash boot
+ - **Reboot** if you chose internal boot
+
+
+ 
+
+
## Register your license key
-After setting your root password, log in to your Unraid.net account to obtain a license key:
+Log in to your Unraid.net account to obtain a license key:
1. In the %%WebGUI|web-gui%%, go to the **Get Started** section.
-
+

2. Sign in or create an account, after which a trial key will be installed automatically.
-
+

@@ -68,7 +124,7 @@ After setting your root password, log in to your Unraid.net account to obtain a
:::important
-For details on your license, visit ***Tools → Registration*** in the %%WebGUI|web-gui%%.
+For details on your license, visit **_Tools → Registration_** in the %%WebGUI|web-gui%%.
:::
@@ -79,35 +135,35 @@ Before deploying Unraid OS, it's important to verify your system's BIOS and stor
Click to expand our BIOS and Storage Controller checklist
- Proper BIOS and storage controller configuration is vital for a stable Unraid OS deployment. Use this checklist before your first boot.
+Proper BIOS and storage controller configuration is vital for a stable Unraid OS deployment. Use this checklist before your first boot.
- ### Basic Settings
+### Basic Settings
- ✅ Set the USB flash drive as the primary boot device.\
- ✅ Configure the storage controller to **%%AHCI|ahci%%** mode with SATA connections.\
- ✅ Set the controller to **%%HBA mode|hba-mode%%** (not **%%RAID|raid%%**).\
- ✅ Disable **Secure Boot** as it is not supported by Unraid OS.
+✅ Set the USB flash drive as the primary boot device.\
+ ✅ Configure the storage controller to **%%AHCI|ahci%%** mode with SATA connections.\
+ ✅ Set the controller to **%%HBA mode|hba-mode%%** (not **%%RAID|raid%%**).\
+ ✅ Disable **Secure Boot** as it is not supported by Unraid OS.
- ### Advanced Settings
+### Advanced Settings
- ✅ Enable **%%hardware virtualization|hvm%%** features (e.g., **%%Intel VT-x|intel-vt-x%%** or **%%AMD-V|amd-v%%**) for **%%virtual machines (VMs)|vm%%**.\
- ✅ Enable **%%IOMMU|iommu%%** support (Intel VT-d or AMD-Vi) for PCI device assignment to VMs.
+✅ Enable **%%hardware virtualization|hvm%%** features (e.g., **%%Intel VT-x|intel-vt-x%%** or **%%AMD-V|amd-v%%**) for **%%virtual machines (VMs)|vm%%**.\
+ ✅ Enable **%%IOMMU|iommu%%** support (Intel VT-d or AMD-Vi) for PCI device assignment to VMs.
- ### Troubleshooting Tips
+### Troubleshooting Tips
- If Unraid OS does not boot, try:
+If Unraid OS does not boot, try:
- ✅ Adjusting the boot order to: **Forced-FDD**, **USB-HDD**, **USB-ZIP**.\
- ✅ Disabling USB 2.0/3.0 support.\
- ✅ Toggling any Fast Boot features.\
- ✅ Toggling USB keyboard support.
+✅ Adjusting the boot order to: **Forced-FDD**, **USB-HDD**, **USB-ZIP**.\
+ ✅ Disabling USB 2.0/3.0 support.\
+ ✅ Toggling any Fast Boot features.\
+ ✅ Toggling USB keyboard support.
- For further assistance, visit the [Unraid general support forum](https://forums.unraid.net/).
+For further assistance, visit the [Unraid general support forum](https://forums.unraid.net/).
- :::important
- Many motherboards limit boot device selection to 12 hard drives. If your USB flash drive is recognized as a hard drive, you may not be able to boot from it after installing 12 physical hard drives. Configure the BIOS to treat the flash drive as a removable device whenever possible.
+:::important
+Many motherboards limit boot device selection to 12 hard drives. If your USB flash drive is recognized as a hard drive, you may not be able to boot from it after installing 12 physical hard drives. Configure the BIOS to treat the flash drive as a removable device whenever possible.
- If using an add-on HBA, you may be able to disable INT 13h support to prevent its connected drives from appearing in the bootable devices list, helping to stay within the 12-drive limit.
- :::
+If using an add-on HBA, you may be able to disable INT 13h support to prevent its connected drives from appearing in the bootable devices list, helping to stay within the 12-drive limit.
+:::
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