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Using the baseboard management controller firmware update utility program

Use the baseboard management controller firmware update utility program to download a baseboard management controller firmware update or a SDR/FRU update. The firmware update utility program updates the baseboard management controller firmware or SDR/FRU data only and does not affect any device drivers.

Important: To ensure proper server operation, be sure to update the server baseboard management controller firmware before you update the BIOS code.

To download the program, complete the following steps.

Note: Changes are made periodically to the Lenovo Web site. The actual procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document.

1.Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support.

2.Enter your product number (machine type and model number) or select Servers and Storage from the Select your product list.

3.From Family list, select ThinkServer RS110, and click Continue.

4.Click Downloads and drivers to download firmware updates.

5.From the BMC software, copy the files bmc.exe and Init.ini to a setup utility diskette.

To update the firmware, run the executable program in the package. Follow the instructions that come with the package.

Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controllers

The Ethernet controllers are integrated on the system board. They provide an interface for connecting to a 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1 Gbps network and provide full-duplex (FDX) capability, which enables simultaneous transmission and reception of data on the network. If the Ethernet ports in the server support auto-negotiation, the controllers detect the data-transfer rate (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 1000BASE-T) and duplex mode (full-duplex or half-duplex) of the network and automatically operate at that rate and mode.

Note: The Ethernet controller for Ethernet connector 1 supports Serial over LAN (SOL).

You do not have to set any jumpers or configure the controllers. However, you must install a device driver to enable the operating system to address the controllers. For device drivers and information about configuring the Ethernet controllers, see the Broadcom NetXtreme II Gigabit Ethernet Software CD that comes with the server. To find updated information about configuring the controllers, complete the following steps.

Note: Changes are made periodically to the Lenovo Web site. The actual procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document.

1.Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support.

2.Enter your product number (machine type and model number) or select Servers and Storage from the Select your product list.

3.From Family list, select ThinkServer RS110, and click Continue.

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Contents User Guide Page User Guide Page Contents Page Safety Page To Connect To Disconnect Do not Safety Statement Safety Page ThinkServer RS110 Types 6435, 6436, 6437 Related documentationThinkServer RS110 Types 6435, 6436, 6437 and 6438 User Guide Features and specifications Drives What your server offers Reliability, availability, and serviceability features RAID supportSystems-management capabilities Server controls, LEDs, and power EasyStartupFront view Rear view Server power features Turning on the serverThinkServer RS110 Types 6435, 6436, 6437 and 6438 User Guide Server components Inch modelsDimm Installing optional devices System-board internal connectors System-board switches and jumpers Component SettingsSystem-board external connectors System-board LEDs LEDSystem-board optional-device connectors Installation guidelines System reliability guidelines Working inside the server with the power on Handling static-sensitive devicesRemoving the cover Installing an adapter Expansion-slot cover Remove the cover see Removing the cover on Expansion-slot bracket Installing a hard disk drive Installing a simple-swap Serial ATA hard disk driveSata hard disk drive back plate Installing a hot-swap hard disk drive Installing a new CD or DVD drive Installing an optional PCI-X riser-card assembly Installing optional devices Expansion-slot bracket Installing a memory module ThinkServer RS110 Types 6435, 6436, 6437 and 6438 User Guide Completing the installation Installing the coverConnecting the cables FrontUpdating the server configuration RearConfiguration/Setup Utility program LSI Logic Configuration Utility programEthernet controller configuration Baseboard management controller utility programsUsing the Configuration/Setup Utility program Starting the Configuration/Setup Utility programConfiguration/Setup Utility menu choices System SummaryAdministrator Password Power-on PasswordDevices and I/O Ports Date and TimeAdvanced Setup RSA II SettingsBaseboard Management Controller BMC Settings Ipmi Specification VersionBMC Serial Port Access Mode Reboot System on NMIUser Account Settings BMC Network ConfigurationPasswords Save SettingsRestore Settings Load Default Settings Administrator password Using the LSI Logic Configuration Utility program Starting the LSI Logic Configuration Utility programConfiguring the controller and devices Using the baseboard management controller Using the baseboard management controller utility programsConfiguring the Gigabit Ethernet controllers Appendix. Notices Trademarks Important notesWaste electrical and electronic equipment Weee notices Recycling statements for Japan Battery return program For the European UnionGerman Ordinance for Work gloss statement Electronic emissions noticesFederal Communications Commission FCC statement For CaliforniaIndustry Canada Class a emission compliance statement Avis de conformité à la réglementation dIndustrie CanadaEuropean Union EMC Directive conformance statement German Class a compliance statementThinkServer RS110 Types 6435, 6436, 6437 and 6438 User Guide Appendix. Notices ThinkServer RS110 Types 6435, 6436, 6437 and 6438 User Guide Index Integrated functions LSI Logic Configuration Utility program ThinkServer RS110 Types 6435, 6436, 6437 and 6438 User Guide Page Part Number 46U0854
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