6.If you are instructed to return the Ethernet card, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping.

7.To complete the removal procedure, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 87.

Installing the Ethernet card

Attention

Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and “Guidelines” on page 37. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to:

http://www.lenovo.com/support

This section provides instructions on how to install the Ethernet card and how to install the Ethernet card driver on Windows operating systems.

To install the Ethernet card, do the following:

1.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.

2.Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 42.

3.Touch the static-protective package that contains the Ethernet card to any unpainted surface on the outside of the server. Then, remove the Ethernet card from the package.

4.See “Installing a PCI card” on page 59 and follow those instructions to install the Ethernet card.

5.To complete the installation, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 87.

On Linux operating systems, you do not need to install any device driver for the Ethernet card; on Windows operating systems, you need to install the device driver for the Ethernet card. To install the device driver on Windows operating systems, do the following:

1.Save any open documents and exit all applications.

2.Insert the EasyStartup DVD that came with your server into the DVD drive. Note: You do not need to use the driver disc that came with the Ethernet card.

3.Right-click My Computer and select Properties. The System Properties window opens.

4.On the Hardware tab, click the Device Manager button. The Device Manager window opens.

5.Expand the Network adapters and then right-click one of the Ethernet cards (PRO/1000PT or the yellow question mark).

6.Select Update Driver.... The Hardware Update Wizard program opens.

7.Select Install the software automatically (Recommended) and click Next to continue.

8.Follow the instructions on the screen.

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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.

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