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Index

assistance, getting 123 availability 11

backplane

locating connectors 35 basic guidelines 37 bays 10

cables
rear connectors			87
Class A electronic emission notice				133
components
major	41
configuration		88
Ethernet controller 118
minimum		25
updating server			103
Configuration Utility program
8708ELP SAS RAID controller				103
connector
cables	87
connectors
rear of server 29
considerations, password 112
contamination, particulate and
gaseous	10, 130
controller

Ethernet, configuring	118
controller, configuring Ethernet		117
CRU
completing the installation		87
completing the replacement		87
CRUs, installing
system board battery	63
CRUs, removing
system board battery	63
customer replaceable units (CRUs) 92

data rate, Ethernet		118
devices, handling static-sensitive 41
diagnostic
LEDs on the front control panel 27
DIMM
installing	44
problems	17
removing	45
display problems		19
drive bays, internal		46
drives
hot-swap, removing 51
DVD
drive problems		13

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error symptoms 13

EasyStartup
using	114
electrical input			11
electronic emission Class A notice 133
environment		10
error symptoms
CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive 13
general	14
hard disk drive				14
intermittent			15
keyboard, non-USB 16
memory		17
microprocessor				18
monitor		19
mouse, non-USB				16
optional devices				20
pointing device, non-USB					16
power	21
serial port		22
software		23
USB port		23
Ethernet
controller
configuring				118
controller, troubleshooting						24
high performance modes					118
integrated on system board						118
modes	118
Ethernet card
installing		62
removing		61
Ethernet controller, configuring						117
event logs	25
exiting, Setup Utility program						112
expansion bays			10

fans
weight 10
FCC Class A notice	133
features and technologies 9
field replaceable units (FRUs)		92
firmware, updating	118
front, controls and indicators		29

gaseous contamination 10, 130 general problems 14

getting help 123

gigabit Ethernet controller, configuring 117

gloss statement (Germany) 132

hard disk drive
problems	14
hard disk drives
hot-swap SAS or SATA, installing		53
hot-swap SAS or SATA, removing		51
heat sink assembly
installing	70
removing	69
help, getting	123
hot-swap drives, SAS or SATA
installing	53
removing	51
humidity 10

indicators	29
installation order
memory module				43
installation rules
memory module				43
installing
DIMM	44
Ethernet card			62
heat sink assembly					70
hot-swap drives				53
hot-swap SAS or SATA drives 53
internal drives				46
memory module				44
microprocessor				73
optical drive			48
PCI card		59
power supply			80
riser card		56
SAS/SATA controller						65
server cover			87
system board battery						63
integrated functions				10
integrated network support 9
intermittent problems					15
internal drives
installing		46
removing		46
IPMI event log 26

keyboard problems 16

LEDs

rear of server 29 LEDs and controls

on the front of the server 29 locating connectors

backplane 35

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RD230 specifications

The Lenovo RD240 and RD230 are key players in the realm of enterprise-class servers, leveraging advanced technologies to deliver efficiency, reliability, and performance. These servers are designed to cater to the demands of small to medium-sized businesses, providing robust solutions for various workloads.

The Lenovo RD240 is a 2U rack server that features dual-socket support for Intel Xeon processors. This capability allows it to handle intensive computational tasks seamlessly, making it ideal for virtualized environments and database management. Equipped with up to 512GB of DDR3 memory, the RD240 ensures high memory bandwidth and reduced latency, improving overall system responsiveness.

In terms of storage, the RD240 supports a versatile range of options, with configurations allowing for up to twelve 3.5-inch hard drives or a combination of SSDs and HDDs. This flexibility enables businesses to tailor their storage solutions based on performance and capacity needs. Additionally, the server includes integrated RAID options, which enhance data protection and availability.

On the other hand, the RD230 is a compact 1U rack server that prioritizes space efficiency without compromising on performance. Like its larger counterpart, the RD230 supports dual Intel Xeon processors, but its design focuses on providing a more streamlined solution for environments with limited rack space. With support for up to 128GB of RAM, the RD230 can efficiently handle various applications, from web hosting to application serving.

Both servers are equipped with advanced management tools, such as the Lenovo XClarity Controller, which simplifies system monitoring and maintenance. This allows IT administrators to deploy updates, monitor hardware health, and manage resources with ease, leading to minimized downtime and optimized performance.

Furthermore, Lenovo places a strong emphasis on energy efficiency, ensuring that both the RD240 and RD230 have features like power management and cooling technologies. These innovations reduce their carbon footprint while lowering operating expenses, making them attractive choices for environmentally-conscious businesses.

In summary, the Lenovo RD240 and RD230 servers offer a blend of performance, flexibility, and efficient management, catering to the diverse needs of modern enterprises. With their robust features and reliable characteristics, they stand as dependable solutions for businesses looking to enhance their IT infrastructure while supporting future scalability.

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