Chapter 2. Server setup roadmapThe installation process varies depending on the configuration of the server whenit was delivered. In some cases, the server is fully configured and just needs to beconnected to power and the network and started. In other cases, the server needsto have hardware features installed, requires hardware and firmware configuration,and requires the operating system to be installed.Table 1. Server setup roadmapTask Where to find informationUnpack Chapter 3, “What is included with your server,” on page 7Install hardwarefeaturesChapter 5, “Installing or replacing customer replaceable units,” onpage 17Connect Ethernet cableand power cords tonetwork and powerconnectors“Rear view” on page 12Review UnifiedExtensible FirmwareInterface (UEFI)settings and customizeas needed“Using the Setup Utility program” on page 49Configure RAID “Configuring RAID” on page 52Check for firmwareupdatesGo to http://www.lenovo.com/support and go to the Downloadsand Drivers section for this product.Install operatingsystem and basicdrivers“Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup program” on page 56Install any additionaldrivers needed foradded featuresRefer to the instructions that came with the hardware option.Configure Ethernetsettings in operatingsystemSee the operating system help. This step is not required if theoperating system was installed using the ThinkServer EasyStartupprogram.Install remotemanagementapplications“Installing ThinkServer EasyManage Agent” on page 58Install applications Refer to the documentation that accompanies the applications thatyou want to install.© Copyright Lenovo 2010 5
