Lenovo 1106 - Manual (Page 65)

Chapter 6. Configuring the server
The following configuration programs come with the server:
• Setup Utility
The Setup Utility program is part of the server firmware. You can use the Setup Utility program to view
your server configuration, change the startup device sequence, set the date and time, and set passwords.
For information about using this program, see “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 53.
• ThinkServer EasyStartup
For information about the ThinkServer EasyStartup program, see “Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup
program” on page 72.
• EasyUpdate Firmware Updater
For information about the EasyUpdate Firmware Updater program, see “Using the EasyUpdate Firmware
Updater program” on page 71.
Using the Setup Utility program
The Setup Utility program is used to view and change the configuration settings of your computer, regardless
of which operating system you are using. However, the operating system settings might override any similar
settings in the Setup Utility program.
Starting the Setup Utility program
To start the Setup Utility program, do the following:
1. Make sure your computer is turned off.
2. Repeatedly press and release the F1 key when turning on the computer. When you hear multiple
beeps or see a logo screen, release the F1 key.
Note: If a Power-On Password or an Administrator Password has been set, the Setup Utility program
menu will not be displayed until you type the correct password. For more information, see “Using
passwords” on page 66.
When the POST detects that the hard disk drive has been removed from your computer or the memory
module size has decreased, an error message will be displayed when you start the computer and you will be
prompted to do one of the following:
• Press F1 to enter the Setup Utility program. After you enter the Setup Utility program, press F10 to save
the settings and exit the Setup Utility program. The error message will not be displayed again.
• Press F2 to bypass the error message and log in to the operating system.
Introduction of the BIOS items
The following tables list all the main menus and items in the Setup Utility program.
Notes:
• Some items might vary due to BIOS updates.
• Some items are displayed on the menu only if the server supports the corresponding features.
• The default settings are already optimized for you. Use the default value for any item you are not familiar
with. Do not change the value of unfamiliar items or items that are not mentioned in this topic to avoid
unexpected problems. If you consider changing the server configuration, proceed with extreme caution.
Setting the configuration incorrectly might cause unexpected results.
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