threshold or if a system component fails, the baseboard management controller
lights LEDs to help you diagnose the problem.
v ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD
The Lenovo ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD that comes with the server provides
programs to help you set up the server and install an operating system. The
EasyStartup
™
program detects installed hardware devices and guides you
through the process of creating a response file and performing an unattended
installation of the operating system and associated device drivers.
For more information about the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD, refer to the
ThinkServer RD120 Installation Guide.
v EasyManage software
ThinkServer EasyManage software helps you maintain high performance while
limiting downtime. Through a single console you can monitor and configure alerts
for security and performance, perform hardware failure prediction, deploy
operating systems and software, and monitor software licenses. You can
download and install the EasyManage software from the Lenovo Support Web
site (http://www.lenovo.com/support). For information about installing
EasyManage software, refer to the Installation Guide.
v Diagnostics CD
The Diagnostics CD provided with your server contains the diagnostic programs
for testing the major components of the server. For additional information about
the Diagnostics CD, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual on the ThinkServer
Documentation DVD.
v Integrated network support
The server comes with two integrated Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet controllers,
which support connection to a 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1000-Mbps network. For
more information, see “Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controllers” on page 89.
v Large data-storage and hot-swap capability
The 3.5-inch model server supports up to six slim, 3.5-inch hot-swap hard disk
drives in the hot-swap bays. The 2.5-inch model server supports up to eight
2.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drives in the hot-swap bays. With the hot-swap
feature, you can add, remove, or replace hard disk drives without turning off the
server.
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