Lenovo ThinkServer TS100 User Manual page 34

Before you install optional devices, read the following information:
v Read the safety information that begins on page v, the guidelines in "Working
v When you install your new server, take the opportunity to download and apply
v Observe good housekeeping in the area where you are working. Place removed
v If you must start the server while the cover is removed, make sure that no one is
v Do not attempt to lift an object that you think is too heavy for you. If you have
v Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical
v Back up all important data before you make changes to disk drives.
v Have a small flat-blade screwdriver available.
v You do not have to turn off the server to install or replace hot-swap power
v Blue on a component indicates touch points, where you can grip the component
v Orange on a component or an orange label on or near a component indicates
v When you have to access the inside of the server, you might find it easier to lay
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inside the server with the power on" on page 21, and "Handling static-sensitive
devices" on page 22. This information will help you work safely.
the most recent firmware updates. This step will help to ensure that any known
issues are addressed and that your server is ready to function at maximum
levels of performance. To download firmware updates for your server, complete
the following steps.
Note: Changes are made periodically to the Lenovo Web site. The actual
procedure might vary slightly from what is described in this document.
1. Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support.
2. Enter your product number (machine type and model number) or select
Servers from the Select your product list.
3. Select Servers from the Brand list.
4. From Family list, select ThinkServer TS100, and click Continue.
5. Click Downloads and drivers to download firmware updates.
covers and other parts in a safe place.
near the server and that no tools or other objects have been left inside the server.
to lift a heavy object, observe the following precautions:
– Make sure that you can stand safely without slipping.
– Distribute the weight of the object equally between your feet.
– Use a slow lifting force. Never move suddenly or twist when you lift a heavy
object.
– To avoid straining the muscles in your back, lift by standing or by pushing
up with your leg muscles.
outlets for the server, monitor, and other devices.
supplies or hot-plug Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices. However, you must
turn off the server before you perform any steps that involve removing or
installing adapter cables.
to remove it from or install it in the server, open or close a latch, and so on.
that the component can be hot-swapped, which means that if the server and
operating system support hot-swap capability, you can remove or install the
component while the server is running. (Orange also can indicate touch points
on hot-swap components.) See the instructions for removing and installing a
specific hot-swap component for any additional procedures that you might have
to perform before you remove or install the component.
the server on its side.