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Table 3. Configuration and management applications for RAID arrays (continued)
Server configuration
RAID array configuration
(before operating system is
installed)
RAID array management
(after operating system is
installed)
ServeRAID-MR10i adapter
installed (2.5-inch drive
models only)
WebBIOS Configuration
Utility (Ctrl+H during server
startup), BIOS
Configuration/Setup Utility
program (Ctrl+A during server
startup), ServerGuide
WebBIOS Configuration
Utility (Ctrl+H during server
startup), MegaCLI
(command-line interface)
For more information about these programs, see “Configuring the server” in the
User Guide on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD.
Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup program
The ThinkServer EasyStartup program simplifies the process of installing the
operating system and devices drivers by performing the following tasks:
v Detects installed hardware devices
v Guides you through the process of creating a response file
v Prepares the hard disk for installation
v Prompts you to insert the operating-system installation disc
v Initiates an unattended installation of the operating system and device drivers for
most adapters and devices
The
program is contained on the ThinkServer EasyUpdate disc provided with your
server. If you did not receive an EasyStartup DVD with your server, you can
download an ISO image of the DVD from http://www.lenovo.com/support. The
program has a built-in help system and User Guide to answer any questions you
might have. The program also provides compatibility notes to help you determine
what server configurations and operating systems are supported by that specific
version of the program.
The ThinkServer EasyStartup program also enables you to save the response file
on a USB device or diskette for reuse, and an option that enables you to install an
operating systems using the saved response. This option is useful if you intend to
install the same operating system on similarly configured ThinkServer servers.
Notes:
1. If you intend to implement a RAID, make sure your storage controller or RAID
adapter is configured correctly before you use the ThinkServer EasyStartup
program to install the operating system.
2. If you are using any external storage devices or fiber channels, use the utilities
provided with the device. You also will have to provide the device drivers for
these devices and install them after the EasyStartup program finishes installing
the operating system.
3. The EasyStartup DVD requires that you have a DVD drive that is configured as
your first device in the startup sequence. Use the Configuration/Setup Utility
program to view or change your startup sequence. See “Using the
Configuration/Setup Utility program” on page 34.
4. To install an operating system, you need the operating system installation disc
(CD or DVD) and the associated product key, if one was provided.
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