2.Enter your product number (machine type and model number) or select Servers from the Select your product list.

3.Select Servers from the Brand list.

4.From Family list, select ThinkServer TS100, and click Continue.

5.Click Downloads and drivers to download firmware updates.

6.From the BMC software, copy the files bmc.exe and Init.ini to a setup utility diskette.

To start the mini-baseboard management controller setup utility program, complete the following steps:

1.Turn on the server.

2.Insert the setup utility diskette into the diskette drive.

3.From a command line, type bmc and press Enter.

For the program to interface with the mini-baseboard management controller, the parameters in the Intf.ini file must be set correctly. To modify the Intf.ini file, select 0 from the main menu and use the arrow keys to select settings for the following parameters:

vSystem interface: This is the interface through which system software sends and receives messages to and from the mini-baseboard management controller. Select KCS (keyboard controller style).

vPort Address: This is the base address of the system interface.

vRegister Spacing: Select ByteBoundary, ThirtyTwoBitBoundary, or SixteenBitBoundary.

vChannel Number: Use the arrow keys to select the channel number (0 through 15).

vDHCP Mode: This is the LAN configuration address source.

Using the mini-baseboard management controller configuration utility program

Use the mini-baseboard management controller configuration utility program to view or change the mini-baseboard management controller configuration settings and to save the configuration to a file for use on multiple servers.

To download the program, complete the following steps.

Note: Changes are made periodically to the Lenovo Web site. The actual procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document.

1.Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support.

2.Enter your product number (machine type and model number) or select Servers from the Select your product list.

3.Select Servers from the Brand list.

4.From Family list, select ThinkServer TS100, and click Continue.

5.Click Downloads and drivers to download firmware updates.

6.From the BMC software, copy the file bmc_cfg.exe to a configuration utility diskette.

To start the mini-baseboard management controller configuration utility program, complete the following steps:

1.Turn on the server.

2.Insert the configuration utility diskette into the diskette drive.

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Lenovo TS100, 6434, 6432, 6431, 6433 manual Configuration information and instructions

TS100, 6433, 6432, 6431, 6434 specifications

Lenovo is renowned for its innovative and high-performance technology, and the Lenovo 6434, 6431, 6432, 6433, and TS100 models exemplify this reputation with a range of features tailored for various user needs.

The Lenovo 6434 is designed for versatility, targeting both business and casual users. It features a powerful processor that enhances performance, making it ideal for multitasking and demanding applications. The device is equipped with an impressive display, offering vibrant colors and sharp visuals, perfect for presentations and media consumption.

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