Lenovo TS200V manual Deleting RAID volumes, Updating system programs, Using system programs

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10.Press Y when prompted to confirm the exit.

Deleting RAID volumes

This section describes how to use the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM configuration utility to delete RAID volumes.

To delete RAID volumes, do the following:

1.Press Ctrl+I when prompted to enter the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM configuration utility during the server startup.

2.Use the up and down arrow keys to select Delete RAID Volume and press Enter.

3.Use the arrow keys to select the RAID volume to be deleted and press Delete.

4.When prompted, press Y to confirm the deletion of the selected RAID volume. Deleting a RAID volume will reset the hard disk drives to non-RAID.

5.After deleting a RAID volume, you can:

vReturn to step 2 to delete additional RAID volumes.

vSee “Creating RAID volumes” on page 53 for RAID volume creation.

vUse the up and down arrow keys to select Exit and press Enter.

vUse the up and down arrow keys to select Reset Disks to Non-RAIDand press Enter.

a.Use the arrow keys and the space key to mark the hard disk drives to be reset, and then press Enter to complete the selection.

b.When prompted, press Y to confirm the reset action.

c.After completing the Reset Disks to Non-RAID function, you can:

–Return to step 2 to delete additional RAID volumes.

–See “Creating RAID volumes” on page 53 for RAID volume creation.

–Use the up and down arrow keys to select Exit and press Enter.

Updating system programs

This section contains information about updating the POST/UEFI and recovering from a POST/UEFI update failure.

This section provides information about the following topics:

v“Using system programs”

v“Updating (flashing) the UEFI from a disc” on page 55

v“Updating (flashing) the UEFI from your operating system” on page 55

v“Recovering from a POST/UEFI update failure” on page 56

Using system programs

System programs are the basic layer of software built into your server. System programs include the POST, the UEFI code, and the Setup Utility program. The POST is a set of tests and procedures that are performed each time you turn on your server. The UEFI is a layer of software that translates instructions from other layers of software into electrical signals that the server hardware can execute. You can use the Setup Utility program to view and change the configuration and setup of your server.

Your server system board has a module called electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM, also referred to as flash memory). You can easily

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Contents Installation and User Guide ThinkServer TS200vPage Installation and User Guide First Edition March Copyright Lenovo Contents Index Safety Vi Installation and User Guide To Connect Do not Safety Statement Safety Xii Installation and User Guide Safety Xiv Installation and User Guide Introduction 1 Model number and serial number Related documentation Document Description LocationInstallation and User Guide Server setup roadmap Task Where to find informationInstallation and User Guide What is included with your server Features and specifications Features and specificationsEasyStartup SoftwareEasyManage Installation and User Guide Server controls and connectors Front viewRear connector locations Rear viewConnector Description System-board internal connectors System board connector locationsInternal components Component locationsInternal drives Shows the locations of the drive baysInstalling or replacing hardware Installing or replacing customer replaceable unitsHandling static-sensitive devices Installing external options Removing the server coverRemoving and reinstalling the front bezel Removing the server coverInstalling or replacing a PCI card What to do nextOpening the PCI card latch Removing a PCI card Installing or replacing a memory module Installing a PCI cardOpening the retaining clips Installing or replacing the optical drive Installing a memory moduleRemoving the optical drive Connecting a Sata drive Installing or replacing the secondary hard disk drive Installing a secondary hard disk driveRemoving the secondary hard disk drive cage Installing the secondary hard disk drive Replacing the secondary hard disk drive Replacing the power supply assembly Removing the secondary hard disk driveRemoving the screws for the power supply assembly Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly Removing the heat sink and fan assembly Replacing the primary hard disk drive Removing the primary hard disk drive Installing the hard disk drive into the bracket Installing the primary hard disk drive Replacing the front fan assembly Removing the front fan assembly Installing the front fan assembly Replacing the rear fan assembly Removing the rear fan assemblyCompleting the parts replacement Installing the rear fan assemblyUpdating the server configuration Installing security features Integrated cable lockErasing lost or forgotten passwords clearing Cmos Password protectionPadlock Installation and User Guide Starting the Setup Utility program Configuring the serverUsing the Setup Utility program Viewing and changing settingsUsing passwords Password considerationsEnabling or disabling a device Selecting a startup deviceExiting from the Setup Utility program Advanced settingsConfiguring RAID Creating RAID volumes RAID LevelUsing system programs Deleting RAID volumesUpdating system programs Updating flashing the Uefi from a disc Updating flashing the Uefi from your operating systemRecovering from a POST/UEFI update failure Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup programConfiguring the server Installing ThinkServer EasyManage Agent Basic troubleshooting Troubleshooting and diagnosticsGeneral problems PC-Doctor for DOS Creating a diagnostic disc EasyStartup problemsRunning the diagnostic program from a diagnostic disc Troubleshooting and diagnostics Installation and User Guide Getting help and technical assistance Using the documentationBefore you call Installation and User Guide Using other services Purchasing additional servicesInstallation and User Guide Appendix. Notices Television output notice Export classification noticeEuropean conformance CE mark Trademarks Federal Communications Commission Declaration Conformity Electronic emissions noticesIndustry Canada Class B emission compliance statement European Union EMC Directive conformance statement Informationen in Hinsicht Emvg Paragraf 4 Abs Power cord notice Canadian Department of Communications certification labelPower cord part number Used in these countries and regions Waste electrical and electronic equipment Weee notices Türkiye EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygunluk BeyanıEuropean Union EU Weee statement Disposing of disused lithium batteries from Lenovo computers Energy Star model informationIndex CRUPassword

TS200V specifications

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