Lenovo ThinkServer RS140 - Manual (Page 23)

Software
This topic provides information about the software programs that you can use to help you set up, use,
and maintain the server.
ThinkServer EasyStartup
The ThinkServer EasyStartup program simplifies the process of configuring RAID and installing supported
Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems, VMware hypervisors, and device drivers on your server.
This program is provided with your server on a self-starting (bootable) ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD. The
user guide for the program also is on the DVD and can be accessed directly from the program interface. For
detailed information, see “Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup program” on page 44.
ThinkServer EasyUpdate Firmware Updater
The ThinkServer EasyUpdate Firmware Updater program (hereinafter referred to as the Firmware Updater
program) enables you to maintain your server firmware up-to-date and helps you avoid unnecessary server
outages. The Firmware Updater program is provided on the Lenovo Support Web site. For more information
about downloading and using the Firmware Updater program, see “Updating the firmware” on page 52.
BIOS update utility
The BIOS firmware keeps updating after the shipment of the server. Lenovo maintains pages on the Support
Web site and provides the BIOS update utility with instructions for download to help you update the
BIOS firmware if needed. For more information, see “Updating or recovering the BIOS” on page 43 and
“Updating the firmware” on page 52.
RAID configuration utilities
Your server supports onboard SATA software RAID. If a required RAID card is installed, your server also
supports advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID configurations. For detailed information, see “Configuring
RAID” on page 47.
Diagnostic programs
The following diagnostic programs are available for you to diagnose server problems:
• ThinkServer Diagnostic Tool
• ThinkServer System Profile Collection Tool
For more information, see “Using a diagnostic program” on page 111.
Locations
This topic provides information to help you locate your server components.
Machine type, model, and serial number label
This topic helps you locate the label that contains the machine type, model, and serial number information
for your server.
When you contact Lenovo for help, the machine type, model, and serial number information helps support
technicians to identify your server and provide faster service.
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