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Using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation DVD

This topic provides information about using the ServerGuide Setup and Installation DVD.

The Lenovo ServerGuide Setup and Installation DVD provides software setup tools and installation tools that are designed for your server. The ServerGuide program detects the server model and optional hardware devices that are installed and uses that information during setup to configure the hardware. The ServerGuide simplifies the operating-system installations by providing updated device drivers and, in some cases, installing them automatically.

You can download a free image of the ServerGuide Setup and Installation DVD or purchase the DVD from the ServerGuide fulfillment website at the Lenovo ToolsCenter Information Center. To download the free image, click Service and Support Site.

Note
Changes are made periodically to the Lenovo World Wide Web. The actual procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document.

The ServerGuide program requires a supported Lenovo server with an enabled startable (bootable) USB DVD drive. In addition to the ServerGuide Setup and Installation DVD, you must have your operating-system DVD to install the operating system.

To start the ServerGuide Setup and Installation DVD, complete the following steps:
  1. Attach the USB DVD, and restart the server. If the USB DVD does not start, see ServerGuide problems.
  2. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the following steps:
    1. Select your language.
    2. Select your keyboard layout and country.
    3. View the overview to learn about ServerGuide features.
    4. View the readme file to review installation tips for your operating system and adapter.
    5. Start the operating-system installation. You will need your operating-system USB DVD.