Lenovo 1010, 992, 981, 1008 manual Configuring the server, Using the Setup Utility program

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Chapter 8. Configuring the server

This chapter provides instructions on how to configure your server.

This chapter provides information on the following topics:

“Using the Setup Utility program” on page 77

“Configuring RAID” on page 80

“Updating system programs” on page 82

“Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup program” on page 84

“Installing ThinkServer EasyManage Agent” on page 85

Using the Setup Utility program

The Setup Utility program is used to view and change the configuration settings of your server, regardless of which operating system you are using. However, the operating system settings might override any similar settings in the Setup Utility program.

This section provides information on the following topics to help you use the Setup Utility program:

“Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 77

“Viewing and changing settings” on page 77

“Using passwords” on page 78

“Enabling or disabling a device” on page 79

“Selecting a startup device” on page 79

“Advanced settings” on page 80

“Exiting from the Setup Utility program ” on page 80

Starting the Setup Utility program

To start the Setup Utility program, do the following:

1.Make sure your server is turned off.

2.Repeatedly press and release the F1 key when turning on the server. When you hear multiple beeps or see a logo screen, release the F1 key.

Note: If a Power-On Password or an Administrator Password has been set, the Setup Utility program menu will not be displayed until you type the correct password. For more information, see “Using passwords” on page 78.

The Setup Utility program might start automatically when POST detects that hardware has been removed or new hardware has been installed in your server.

Viewing and changing settings

The Setup Utility program menu lists various items about the system configuration. To view or change settings, start the Setup Utility program. See “Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 77. Then, follow the instructions on the screen.

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