Lenovo RS210 Before you use the EasyStartup DVD, EasyStartup overview, Setup and configuration

The EasyStartup program has the following features:

vSelf-booting DVD

vEasy-to-use, language-selectable interface

vIntegrated help system

vAutomatic hardware detection

vRAID configuration utility

vDevice drivers (based on the server model and detected devices)

vSelectable partition size and file system type

vSupport for Windows, Red Hat, and SUSE Server operating systems

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

vCreates a reusable response file that can be used with similarly configured Lenovo servers to make future installations even faster

Before you use the EasyStartup DVD

Functionality and supported operating systems can vary with different versions of the EasyStartup program. To learn more about the version you have, do the following:

1.Insert the EasyStartup DVD and restart the server.

2.Advance to the Home screen.

3.Click Compatibility notes. The compatibility notes feature provides detailed information about the RAID controllers, operating systems, and server configurations supported by that version of the EasyStartup program.

4.Click User Guide. The user guide provides an overview of the various functions provided by that version of the EasyStartup program.

Before using the EasyStartup program to install an operating system, make sure any external storage devices and fiber channels are configured correctly.

EasyStartup overview

The EasyStartup program requires a supported Lenovo server with an enabled, startable (bootable) DVD drive. In addition to the EasyStartup DVD, you also must have the operating-system installation CD or DVD and the product key or installation number for the operating system (if provided).

The EasyStartup program performs the following tasks:

vDetects installed hardware devices

vGuides you through the process of configuring one or more RAID controllers

vGuides you through the process of creating a response file for the unattended installation of the operating system

vEnables you to create scripts or commands that run at the end of the operating system installation process

vFacilitates the installation of the ThinkServer EasyManage products and DVD-burning software (Windows installation only)

vPrepares the hard disk for installation

vPrompts you to insert the operating-system installation disc

vInitiates an unattended installation of the operating system and device drivers

Setup and configuration

When you start the EasyStartup DVD, you will be prompted for the following:

vSelect the language in which you want to view the program.

vSelect the language of the keyboard you will be using with the program.

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