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1.Download a BIOS update utility program and its installation instructions from the Lenovo Support Web site. Then, make a bootable disc or a bootable USB key and print the TXT file that contains the installation instructions. See “Downloading the BIOS update utility program” on page 67.

2.Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server.

3.Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 85.

4.Locate the BIOS recovery jumper on the system board. See “System board jumpers” on page 46.

5.Remove any parts or disconnect any cables that might impede your access to the BIOS recovery jumper.

6.Move the BIOS recovery jumper from the normal position (pin 1 and pin 2) to the recovery position (pin 2 and pin 3).

7.Reinstall any parts or reconnect any cables and reinstall the server cover. See “Completing the parts replacement” on page 162.

8.Connect the server to an ac power source and then follow the installation instructions for the BIOS update utility program to start the server from the recovery image. The recovery window opens.

9.Press Enter to start the recovery process. After the recovery process is completed, your server will automatically turn off.

10.Repeat step 2 through step 5.

11.Move the BIOS recovery jumper back to the normal position (pin 1 and pin 2).

12.Reinstall any parts or reconnect any cables and reinstall the server cover. See “Completing the parts replacement” on page 162.

13.Connect the server to an ac power source and turn on the server. The BIOS settings become the default settings of the updated BIOS version. You need to check and configure the BIOS settings for your specific needs. See “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 55.

Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup program

This topic guides you to use the ThinkServer EasyStartup program to set up and configure your server.

The ThinkServer EasyStartup program simplifies the process of configuring RAID and installing supported Windows and Linux operating systems and device drivers on your server. The program works in conjunction with your Windows or Linux operating system installation disc to automate the process of installing the operating system and associated device drivers. This program is provided with your server on a self-starting (bootable) ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD. The user guide for the program is also on the DVD and can be accessed directly from the program interface.

If you do not have a ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD available, you can also download an ISO image from the Lenovo Support Web site and make a disc by yourself.

To download the ThinkServer EasyStartup program image and burn it into a disc, do the following:

Note: Lenovo maintains the Support Web site by making changes and improvements periodically. The actual procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this topic.

1.Go to the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support

2.Click Download & Drivers ➙ ThinkServer.

3.Find the product name and click the machine type of your server. To find the machine type information on the chassis, see “Machine type, model, and serial number label” on page 13.

4.Click EasySuite to quickly locate the ThinkServer EasyStartup program on the Web page.

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