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6.Click Apply to begin the updates (click Cancel if you want to abort the updates and exit). All updates will run to completion, with each updater’s native user interface kept visible to the user. When the User Interface Application regains control, you will see the results screen.

Before distributing the firmware update to other servers, ensure that your server can restart successfully without encountering hardware problems.

Notes:

1.If you have changed any hardware (except the hard disk drives) in the server, you must reflash the BIOS and the RDX.

2.After updating the BIOS, all the BIOS settings become the default settings of the updated BIOS version. You need to check and reconfigure the BIOS settings for your specific needs.

Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup program

The ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD simplifies the process of configuring your RAID controllers and installing an operating system. The program works in conjunction with your Windows operating-system installation disc to automate the process of installing the operating systems and associated device drivers.

If you did not receive a ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD with your server, you can download an image from the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support.

The EasyStartup program has the following features:

•Self-booting DVD

•Easy-to-use, language-selectable interface

•Integrated help system

•Automatic hardware detection

•RAID configuration utility

•Device drivers provided based on the server model and detected devices

•Selectable partition size and file system

•Support for multiple operating systems

•Installing the operating system and device drivers in an unattended mode to save time

•Creating a reuseable response file that can be used with similarly configured Lenovo servers to make future installations even faster

Updating system programs

This chapter provides information about updating the POST and BIOS, and how to recover from a POST and BIOS update failure.

Using system programs

System programs are the basic layer of software built into your computer. System programs include the POST, the BIOS, and the Setup Utility program. The POST is a set of tests and procedures that are performed each time you turn on your computer. The BIOS is a layer of software that translates instructions from other layers of software into electrical signals that the computer hardware can execute. You can use the Setup Utility program to view or change the configuration settings of your computer. See “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 53 for detailed information.

Your computer system board has a module called electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM, also referred to as flash memory). You can easily update the POST, the BIOS, and the Setup

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Contents ThinkServer User Guide First Edition May Copyright Lenovo Contents Information resources Safety information IiiStatement 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 General information IntroductionRelated documentation Server setup road map Task Where to find the informationThinkServer User Guide What is included with your server Features and specificationsProduct overview System management features Input/Output I/O featuresPreinstalled operating system MemoryReliability, availability, and serviceability Software programsEasyStartup ThinkServer User Guide Locating parts, controls, and connectors Front viewRear view Connector Description Locating parts on the system board System board part locationsInternal components Component locationsInternal drives Machine type and model labelFollowing is a sample of the machine type and model label Installing, removing, or replacing hardware GuidelinesBasic guidelines System reliability guidelines Handling static-sensitive devicesRemoving the server cover Removing and reinstalling the front bezel Removing the server coverRemoving the front bezel Installing, removing, or replacing optional hardware devices Installing or replacing a PCI cardOpening the PCI card latch Removing a PCI card Installing or removing the Ethernet card Installing a PCI cardInstalling or removing a memory module Removing a memory module Installing or replacing the optical drive Installing a memory moduleRemoving the optical drive Connecting a Sata optical drive Replacing the primary hard disk driveRemoving the primary hard disk drive Installing the primary hard disk drive Installing or replacing the secondary hard disk drive Connecting a Sata 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 Replacing the front audio and USB assembly Removing the front audio and USB assemblyReplacing the front fan assembly Removing the front fan assembly Replacing the rear fan assembly Installing the front fan assemblyRemoving the rear fan assembly Installing the rear fan assembly Replacing the microprocessorAccessing the microprocessor Installing the microprocessor Replacing the system board battery Completing the parts replacement Removing the old system board batteryConnecting the cables Turning on the serverConnecting external devices Turning off the serverUpdating the server configuration Installing security featuresPassword protection Integrated cable lockThinkServer User Guide Configuring the server Using the Setup Utility programStarting the Setup Utility program Introduction of the Bios itemsOption or description UuidIGD/PEG/PCI Option DescriptionSubmenus under the Serial Port Setup menu Submenus under the Video Setup menu Submenus under the Network Setup menu CPU ID Under the SOL Configuration menu VT-UTF8 AsciiUnder the Automatic Power On LANItems under the Security menu Under the Hard Disk Password Under the Fingerprint Setup menuUnder the TCG Feature Setup Under the System Event Log menuSubmenus under the Fingerprint Setup menu Items under the Startup menu Viewing and changing settings Using passwordsPassword considerations USB Setup Enabling or disabling a deviceSata Controller External Sata Port Exiting from the Setup Utility program Configuring RAID Selecting a startup device RAID levelCreating RAID volumes Deleting RAID volumesResetting disks to non-RAID Using the EasyUpdate Firmware Updater programUpdating the firmware Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup program Using system programsUpdating system programs Updating flashing the Bios from a disc Updating flashing the Bios from your operating systemRecovering from a POST/BIOS update failure Troubleshooting and diagnostics Basic troubleshootingGeneral problems Symptom ActionEasyStartup problems PC-Doctor for DOS Creating a diagnostic discRunning the diagnostic program from a diagnostic disc Troubleshooting and diagnostics ThinkServer User Guide Safety and Warranty Information resourcesLenovo Support Web site ThinkServer User Guide Help and service Using the documentationCalling for service Using other services Purchasing additional servicesAppendix A. Notices Trademarks Appendix A. Notices Important information for the European Directive 2002/96/EC Appendix A. Notices ThinkServer User Guide Particulate contamination Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive RoHS Contaminant LimitsChina RoHS Turkish statement of compliance German Ordinance for Work gloss statement Electronic emission noticesFederal Communications Commission FCC Statement Appendix A. Notices ThinkServer User Guide Index CRUAdministrator Considerations Server configuration ThinkServer User Guide
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