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•Return to step 2 to delete additional RAID volumes.

•See “Creating RAID volumes” on page 70 for RAID volume creation.

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

Resetting disks to non-RAID

This section describes how to reset your hard disk drives to non-RAID.

To reset your hard disk drives to non-RAID, do the following:

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

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

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

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

5.After resetting the hard disk drives to non-RAID, you can:

•See “Deleting RAID volumes” on page 70 for RAID volume deletion.

•See “Creating RAID volumes” on page 70 for RAID volume creation.

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

Updating the firmware

The firmware in the server is periodically updated and is available for download on the Lenovo Support Web site. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support to check for the latest level of firmware, such as the BIOS ROM file and RAID FW files.

When you replace a device in the server, you might have to either update the server with the latest version of the firmware that is stored in memory on the device or restore the pre-existing firmware from a diskette or CD image.

•The BIOS ROM file is stored in flash on the system board.

•The onboard SATA software RAID firmware is integrated into the BIOS ROM on the system board.

The Ethernet firmware is downloadable at http://www.lenovo.com/support.

Using the EasyUpdate Firmware Updater program

ThinkServer EasyUpdate Firmware Updater is a software application that enables you to maintain your system firmware up-to-date and helps you avoid unnecessary outages. Firmware Updater updates the server system and adapter firmware.

To update your system, do the following:

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

2.Click Download & Drivers ➙ ThinkServer and then follow the instructions on the Web page to download the ISO image for the EasyUpdate Firmware Updater program.

3.Burn the ISO image to a disc.

4.Set the optical drive as the first boot device and insert the disc into the optical drive. The server will proceed directly to the User Interface Application’s introductory screen.

5.Read the messages and instructions displayed on the introductory screen. Then, click Next to proceed to the list of firmware updates available on the optical media.

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Contents ThinkServer User Guide First Edition May Copyright Lenovo Contents Information resources Iii Safety informationStatement Do not ≥ 18 kg 39.7 lb ≥ 32 kg 70.5 lb ≥ 55 kg 121.2 lb Vii Viii ThinkServer User Guide Copyright Lenovo ThinkServer User Guide Introduction General informationRelated documentation Task Where to find the information Server setup road mapThinkServer User Guide Product overview What is included with your serverFeatures and specifications Memory System management featuresInput/Output I/O features Preinstalled operating systemEasyStartup Reliability, availability, and serviceabilitySoftware programs ThinkServer User Guide Rear view Locating parts, controls, and connectorsFront view Connector Description System board part locations Locating parts on the system boardComponent locations Internal componentsMachine type and model label Internal drivesFollowing is a sample of the machine type and model label Basic guidelines Installing, removing, or replacing hardwareGuidelines Handling static-sensitive devices System reliability guidelinesRemoving the server cover Removing the server cover Removing and reinstalling the front bezelRemoving the front bezel Installing or replacing a PCI card Installing, removing, or replacing optional hardware devicesOpening the PCI card latch Removing a PCI card Installing a PCI card Installing or removing the Ethernet cardInstalling or removing a memory module Removing a memory module Installing a memory module Installing or replacing the optical driveRemoving the optical drive Replacing the primary hard disk drive Connecting a Sata optical driveRemoving the primary hard disk drive Installing the primary hard disk drive Connecting a Sata hard disk drive Installing or replacing the secondary hard disk driveRemoving the secondary hard disk drive Installing the secondary hard disk drive Installing, removing, or replacing hardware devices Replacing the power supply assembly Removing the screws that secure the power supply assembly Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly Removing the heat sink and fan assembly Removing the front audio and USB assembly Replacing the front audio and USB assemblyReplacing the front fan assembly Removing the front fan assembly Installing the front fan assembly Replacing the rear fan assemblyRemoving the rear fan assembly Replacing the microprocessor Installing the rear fan assemblyAccessing the microprocessor Installing the microprocessor Replacing the system board battery Removing the old system board battery Completing the parts replacementTurning on the server Connecting the cablesTurning off the server Connecting external devicesIntegrated cable lock Updating the server configurationInstalling security features Password protectionThinkServer User Guide Introduction of the Bios items Configuring the serverUsing the Setup Utility program Starting the Setup Utility programUuid Option or descriptionOption Description IGD/PEG/PCISubmenus under the Serial Port Setup menu Submenus under the Video Setup menu Submenus under the Network Setup menu CPU ID VT-UTF8 Ascii Under the SOL Configuration menuLAN Under the Automatic Power OnItems under the Security menu Under the System Event Log menu Under the Hard Disk PasswordUnder the Fingerprint Setup menu Under the TCG Feature SetupSubmenus under the Fingerprint Setup menu Items under the Startup menu Using passwords Viewing and changing settingsPassword considerations External Sata Port USB SetupEnabling or disabling a device Sata ControllerRAID level Exiting from the Setup Utility programConfiguring RAID Selecting a startup deviceDeleting RAID volumes Creating RAID volumesUpdating the firmware Resetting disks to non-RAIDUsing the EasyUpdate Firmware Updater program Updating system programs Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup programUsing system programs Updating flashing the Bios from your operating system Updating flashing the Bios from a discRecovering from a POST/BIOS update failure Symptom Action Troubleshooting and diagnosticsBasic troubleshooting General problemsRunning the diagnostic program from a diagnostic disc EasyStartup problemsPC-Doctor for DOS Creating a diagnostic disc Troubleshooting and diagnostics ThinkServer User Guide Lenovo Support Web site Safety and WarrantyInformation resources ThinkServer User Guide Calling for service Help and serviceUsing the documentation Purchasing additional services Using other servicesAppendix A. Notices Trademarks Appendix A. Notices Important information for the European Directive 2002/96/EC Appendix A. Notices ThinkServer User Guide Particulate contamination Contaminant Limits Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive RoHSChina RoHS Turkish statement of compliance Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement German Ordinance for Work gloss statementElectronic emission notices Appendix A. Notices ThinkServer User Guide CRU IndexAdministrator Considerations Server configuration ThinkServer User Guide

1100, 1098, 1106, 1105 specifications

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