Chapter 2. Server setup roadmap
The installation process varies depending on the configuration of the server when it
was delivered. In some cases, the server is fully configured and just needs to be
installed in the rack, connected to power and the network, and started. In other
cases, the server needs to have hardware features installed, requires hardware and
firmware configuration, and required the operating system to be installed.
Task Where to find information
Unpack 7
Install hardware
features
Chapter 5, “Installing optional devices and replacing customer
replaceable units,” on page 39
Install in the rack Rack Installation Instructions (printed and on ThinkServer
Documentation DVD
Connect Ethernet cable
and power cords to
network and power
connectors
“Rear view” on page 25
Start to verify operation “Turning on the server” on page 35
Review UEFI settings
and customize as
needed.
“Using the Setup Utility” on page 116
Configure RAID
controllers and arrays
“Configuring RAID controllers” on page 122
Install operating system
and basic drivers
“Using the EasyStartup DVD” on page 127
Install any additional
drivers needed for
added features
Refer to the instructions that came with the hardware option.
Configure Ethernet
settings in operating
system
See the operating system help. This step is not required if the
operating system was installed using the ThinkServer EasyStartup
program.
Check for firmware and
driver updates.
See the Lenovo Support Web site:
1. Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support.
2. Enter your product number (machine type and model number)
or select Servers and Storage from the Select your product
list.
3. From Family list, select ThinkServer RD210, and click
Continue.
4. Click Downloads and drivers to download firmware updates.
Test Integrated
Management
Module(requires the
presence of the IMM
Premium option)
“Using the integrated management module” on page 133
Install integrated
management
applications
“Installing ThinkServer EasyManage software” on page 134
Install applications Refer to the documentation that accompanies the applications that
you want to install.
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