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Configuring the server

The following configuration programs come with the server:

  • Setup utility

    The Setup utility is part of the UEFI firmware. Use it to perform configuration tasks such as changing interrupt request (IRQ) settings, changing the startup-device sequence, setting the date and time, and setting passwords. For information about using this program, see Using the Setup utility.

  • Boot Manager program

    The Boot Manager is part of the UEFI firmware. Use it to override the startup sequence that is set in the Setup utility and temporarily assign a device to be first in the startup sequence. For more information about using this program, see Using the Boot Manager.

  • ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD

    The ServerGuide program provides software-setup tools and installation tools that are designed for the server. Use this CD during the installation of the server to configure basic hardware features, such as an integrated SAS/SATA controller with RAID capabilities, and to simplify the installation of your operating system. For information about using this CD, see Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD.

  • FastSetup

    FastSetup is a no-cost software tool that helps simplify the maintenance and deployment of selected BladeCenter chassis, servers, and components. The intuitive graphical interface initializes all phases of server setup, including discovery, update, and configuration. Features include templates that enable replication of settings to many servers and automation that reduces hands-on time and user errors. Wizards and other default settings enable customization capabilities. The low-touch, set-once and walk-away feature reduces the hands-on server setup time from days to minutes, particularly for larger deployments. For information about this tool, see the IBM FastSetup website.

  • Integrated management module

    Use the integrated management module II (IMM2) for configuration, to update the firmware and sensor data record/field replaceable unit (SDR/FRU) data, and to remotely manage a network. For information about using the IMM, see Using the integrated management module and the Integrated Management Module II User's Guide at the Integrated Management Module II User’s Guide .

  • VMware ESXi embedded hypervisor

    An optional USB flash device with VMware ESXi embedded hypervisor software is available for purchase. Hypervisor is virtualization software that enables multiple operating systems to run on a host system at the same time. The USB embedded hypervisor flash device can be installed in USB connectors 3 and 4 on the system board. For more information about using the embedded hypervisor, see Using the embedded hypervisor.

  • Remote presence capability and blue-screen capture

    The remote presence and blue-screen capture features are integrated functions of the integrated management module (IMM2). The remote presence feature provides the following functions:
    • Remotely viewing video with graphics resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 at 75 Hz, regardless of the system state
    • Remotely accessing the server, using the keyboard and mouse from a remote client
    • Mapping the CD or DVD drive, diskette drive, and USB flash drive on a remote client, and mapping ISO and diskette image files as virtual drives that are available for use by the server
    • Uploading a diskette image to the IMM memory and mapping it to the server as a virtual drive
    The blue-screen capture feature captures the video display contents before the IMM restarts the server when the IMM detects an operating-system hang condition. A system administrator can use the blue-screen capture feature to assist in determining the cause of the hang condition. For more information, see Using the remote presence and blue-screen capture features.

  • Ethernet controller configuration

    For information about configuring the Ethernet controller, see Configuring the Ethernet controller.

  • Features on Demand software Ethernet software

    The server provides Features on Demand software Ethernet support. You can purchase a Features on Demand software upgrade key for Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) and iSCSI storage protocols. For more information, see Enabling Features on Demand Ethernet software.

  • Features on Demand software RAID software

    The server provides Features on Demand software RAID support. You can purchase a Features on Demand software upgrade key for RAID. For more information, see Enabling Features on Demand RAID software.

  • Advanced Settings Utility (ASU) program

    Use this program as an alternative to the Setup utility for modifying UEFI settings and IMM settings. Use the ASU program online or out of band to modify UEFI settings from the command line without the need to restart the server to run the Setup utility. For more information about using this program, see Advanced Settings Utility program.

  • Configuring RAID arrays

    For information about configuring RAID arrays, see Configuring RAID arrays.

    The following table lists the different server configurations and the applications that are available for configuring and managing RAID.
    Table 1. Server configuration and applications for configuring and managing RAID arrays
    Server configurationRAID array configuration (before operating system is installed)RAID array management (after operating system is installed)
    ServeRAID-H1110 adapterLSI Utility (Setup utility, press Ctrl+C), ServerGuide, Human Interface Infrastructure (HII)MegaRAID Storage Manager (MSM), SAS2IRCU (Command Line) Utility for Storage Management
    ServeRAID-M1115 adapterMegaRAID BIOS Configuration Utility (press Ctrl+H to start), pre-boot CLI (press Ctrl+P to start), ServerGuide, HIIMegaRAID Storage Manager (MSM), MegaCLI (Command Line Interface), and Systems Director
    ServeRAID-M5110 adapterMegaRAID BIOS Configuration Utility (press Ctrl+H to start), pre-boot CLI (press Ctrl+P to start), ServerGuide, HIIMegaRAID Storage Manager (MSM), MegaCLI, and Systems Director
    ServeRAID-M5120 adapterMegaRAID BIOS Configuration Utility (press Ctrl+H to start), pre-boot CLI (press Ctrl+P to start), ServerGuide, HIIMegaRAID Storage Manager (MSM), MegaCLI, and Systems Director
    Note
    1. For more information about the Human Interface Infrastructure (HII) and SAS2IRCU, go to the "IBM 6 Gigabit MPT2SAS Controller Documentation".
    2. For more information about the MegaRAID, go to the "IBM MegaRAID support matrix".
  • Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD
    Use this information as an overview for using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD.
  • Using the Setup utility
    Use these instructions to start the Setup utility.
  • Using the Boot Manager
    The Boot Manager program is a built-in, menu-driven configuration utility program that you can use to temporarily redefine the first startup device without changing settings in the Setup utility.
  • Starting the backup server firmware
    The system board contains a backup copy area for the server firmware. This is a secondary copy of the server firmware that you update only during the process of updating the server firmware. If the primary copy of the server firmware becomes damaged, use this backup copy.
  • The UpdateXpress System Pack Installer
    The UpdateXpress System Pack Installer detects supported and installed device drivers and firmware in the server and installs available updates.
  • Using the integrated management module
    The integrated management module (IMM) is a second generation of the functions that were formerly provided by the baseboard management controller hardware. It combines service processor functions, video controller, and remote presence function in a single chip.
  • Using the remote presence and blue-screen capture features
    The remote presence and blue-screen capture features are integrated functions of the integrated management module II (IMM2).
  • Using the embedded hypervisor
    The VMware ESXi embedded hypervisor software is available on the optional USB flash device with embedded hypervisor.
  • Configuring the Ethernet controller
    The Ethernet controllers are integrated on the system board. They provide an interface for connecting to a 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1 Gbps network and provide full-duplex (FDX) capability, which enables simultaneous transmission and reception of data on the network.
  • Enabling Features on Demand Ethernet software
    You can activate the Features on Demand (FoD) software upgrade key for Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) and iSCSI storage protocols that is integrated in the integrated management module.
  • Enabling Features on Demand RAID software
    You can activate the Features on Demand (FoD) software upgrade key for RAID that is integrated in the integrated management module.
  • Configuring RAID arrays
    Through the Setup utility, you can access utilities to configure RAID.
  • Advanced Settings Utility program
    The Advanced Settings Utility (ASU) program is an alternative to the Setup utility for modifying UEFI settings.
  • Using Lenovo XClarity Administrator
  • Updating Systems Director
    If you plan to use Systems Director to manage the server, you must check for the latest applicable Systems Director updates and interim fixes.
  • Updating the Universal Unique Identifier (UUID)
    The Universal Unique Identifier (UUID) must be updated when the system board is replaced. Use the Advanced Settings Utility to update the UUID in the UEFI-based server.
  • Updating the DMI/SMBIOS data
    The Desktop Management Interface (DMI) must be updated when the system board is replaced. Use the Advanced Settings Utility to update the DMI in the UEFI-based server.