Can't get G5 to boot directly into Linux

Hi, I have an Xserve G5, and am trying to install Debian on it.  The problem is, I can boot the system my entering Open Firmware and typing "boot hd:,yaboot", but I'd rather not do that.  How do I get the system to boot directly, without having to enter Open Firmware?

Use Option, not Command. Once it is booted, select you startup drive in "Startup Disk" system preference.

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