Chapter 2. Configuration information and instructions

The firmware for the server is periodically updated and is available for download from the Web. This chapter provides information about updating the firmware and using the configuration utilities.

Updating the firmware

The firmware for the server is periodically updated and is available for download on the Web. To check for the latest level of firmware, such as BIOS code, vital product data (VPD) code, device drivers, and service processor firmware, use the ThinkServer EasyUpdate program or go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support. Download the latest firmware for the server; then, install the firmware, using the instructions that are included with the downloaded 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 following items are downloadable from the Web at: http://www.ibm.com/ systems/support/:

vBIOS code

vDiagnostics programs

vMini-BMC firmware

vEthernet firmware

vServeRAIDfirmware

vSAS/SATA firmware

Major components contain VPD code. You can select to update the VPD code when you update the BIOS code.

Configuring the server

The following configuration programs are available to configure the server:

vConfiguration/Setup Utility program

The Configuration/Setup Utility program is part of the basic input/output system (BIOS) code. You can use this program to configure serial port assignments, change interrupt request (IRQ) settings, change the device startup sequence, set the date and time, and set passwords. For information about using this program, see “Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program” on page 19.

vEasyManage software

ThinkServer EasyManage software helps you maintain high performance while limiting downtime. Through a single console you can monitor and configure alerts for security and performance, perform Hardware Failure Prediction, deploy operating systems and software, and monitor software licenses. You can download and install the EasyManage software from the Lenovo Support Web site (http://www.lenovo.com/support). Optionally, you can order an EasyManage installation disc from your Lenovo marketing representative or reseller.

vThinkServer EasyStartup DVD

The Lenovo ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD that comes with the server provides programs to help you set up the server and install an operating system. The

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Lenovo TS100, 6434 Updating the firmware, Configuring the server, Configuration/Setup Utility program, EasyManage software

TS100, 6433, 6432, 6431, 6434 specifications

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