Lenovo ThinkServer RD430 User Manual
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Read the explanations on the screen and select a desired option. Then, follow the instructions on the
screen. If this is the first time you are using the ThinkServer EasyStartup program, select the option to
continue to the main interface and view the compatibility notes and user guide.
Notes:
• Functionality and supported operating systems vary depending on the version of the ThinkServer
EasyStartup program. From the main interface of the program, click Compatibility notes to view the
information about the RAID controllers, operating systems, and server configurations supported by the
specific version of the program; and click User Guide to view the various functions and learn how to
use the program.
• Before using the ThinkServer EasyStartup program to install an operating system, ensure that any external
storage devices and fiber channels are configured correctly.
The ThinkServer EasyStartup program main interface provides the following menus on the left pane of
the screen:
• Home
This menu is the welcome page that contains some general descriptions about the program and the
Lenovo copyright and trademark statements.
• Compatibility notes
This menu provides information about the RAID controllers, operating systems, and server configurations
supported by the version of the program you are using.
• User Guide
This menu provides information about the features of the program and instructions on how to use the
program.
• Hardware list
This menu displays a list of hardware devices detected by the program.
• Configure RAID
This menu guides you to configure RAID or view the current RAID configuration and make changes
if needed.
• Install operating system
This menu displays a series of choices and prompts to collect information required for operating system
installation, prepares the hard disk drive for installation, and then initiates the installation process using
your operating system installation disc.
• Download drivers
This menu helps you download the required device drivers from the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD to a
removable storage device so that you can easily get the drivers for server configuration when you need
them.
Note: The most up-to-date device drivers for various server models are always available for download on
the Lenovo Support Web site at:
• About
This menu provides the version information and legal notices.
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