Lenovo ThinkServer TS130

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Important Notice12 pages

Specifications4 pages

Questions and Answers

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jonathan34Aug 11, 2025
What to do if Lenovo Desktop does not start when power switch is pressed?
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  Glenn HoffmanAug 11, 2025
  If your Lenovo Desktop does not start when you press the power switch, verify that: * The power cord is correctly connected to the rear of the server and to a working electrical outlet. * If your server has a secondary power switch on the rear, ensure it is switched on. * The power indicator on the front of the server is on. * The server voltage matches the voltage available at the electrical outlet for your country or region.
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Gregg StewartAug 18, 2025
Why does my Lenovo Desktop beep multiple times before starting the operating system?
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  Lance JensenAug 18, 2025
  If your Lenovo Desktop beeps multiple times before the operating system starts, verify that no keys are stuck on the keyboard.
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Michael RossAug 26, 2025
What to do if the Lenovo Desktop monitor screen is blank?
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  Mrs. Kathleen SantiagoAug 27, 2025
  If your Lenovo Desktop monitor screen is blank, verify the following: * The monitor signal cable is correctly connected to both the monitor and the appropriate monitor connector on the server. * The monitor power cord is correctly connected to the monitor and a working electrical outlet. * The monitor is turned on, and the brightness and contrast controls are properly set. * The server voltage matches the voltage available at the electrical outlet. * If your server has two monitor connectors, ensure you're using the one on the graphics card.
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Mrs. Sarah AndersonSep 1, 2025
What to do if the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD will not start on my Lenovo Desktop?
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  Hunter PatelSep 1, 2025
  If the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD doesn't start on your Lenovo Desktop: * Make sure that the server supports the EasyStartup program and has a bootable DVD drive. * If the boot sequence settings have been changed, ensure the DVD drive is first in the sequence. * If multiple DVD drives are installed, verify that only one is set as the primary drive, and start the EasyStartup DVD from that primary drive.

Summary

Server Setup Road Map

Configure RAID

Instructions for configuring RAID arrays.

Install Operating System and Basic Drivers

Process for installing the OS and essential drivers.

Installing, Removing, or Replacing Hardware

Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

Procedures to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD).

Working Inside the Server with Power On

Precautions for working inside a powered-on server.

Removing the Server Cover

Instructions for safely removing the server's outer cover.

Installing, Removing, or Replacing Optional Hardware Devices

Procedures for installing or replacing optional server hardware.

Installing or Replacing a PCI Card

Step-by-step guide for installing or replacing PCI cards.

Installing or Removing a Memory Module

Guide for installing or removing system memory modules.

Replacing the Primary Hard Disk Drive

Detailed instructions for replacing the primary hard disk drive.

Installing or Replacing the Secondary Hard Disk Drive

Procedure for installing or replacing the secondary hard disk drive.

Installing, Removing, or Replacing Hardware Devices

General procedures for hardware installation/removal.

Replacing the Power Supply Assembly

Instructions for replacing the server's power supply unit.

Replacing the Heat Sink and Fan Assembly

Guide for replacing the heat sink and fan components.

Replacing the Microprocessor

Instructions for replacing the server's microprocessor.

Replacing the System Board Battery

Steps for replacing the system board's battery.

Installing Security Features

Information on installing security features like locks and passwords.

Password Protection

How to use passwords for server security.

Configuring the Server

Setup Utility

Overview of the Setup Utility program for system configuration.

ThinkServer EasyStartup

Information on the EasyStartup program for OS and driver installation.

Using the Setup Utility Program

Guide to navigating and using the Setup Utility program.

Starting the Setup Utility Program

Steps to launch the Setup Utility program.

Using Passwords

Setting, changing, and deleting system passwords.

Erasing Lost or Forgotten Passwords (Clearing CMOS)

Procedure to clear lost or forgotten system passwords.

Selecting a Startup Device

Options for selecting temporary or permanent startup devices.

Selecting or Changing the Startup Device Sequence

How to modify the order of devices for system startup.

Configuring RAID

Information on configuring Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID).

Configuring the System BIOS to Enable SATA RAID Functionality

Steps to enable SATA RAID within the system BIOS.

Creating RAID Volumes

Guide to creating RAID volumes using the Intel Matrix Storage Manager.

Updating the Firmware

Information on obtaining and updating system firmware.

Using the Firmware Updater Program

Guide to using the Firmware Updater program.

Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup Program

Instructions for using the EasyStartup program for OS installation.

Starting the ThinkServer EasyStartup Program

Steps to initiate and start the EasyStartup program.

Updating (Flashing) the BIOS from a Disc

Instructions for updating BIOS using a bootable disc.

Updating (Flashing) the BIOS from Your Operating System

Steps to update BIOS from within the operating system.

Recovering from a POST;BIOS Update Failure

Procedure to recover from POST/BIOS update issues.

Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Basic Troubleshooting

General Problems

Lenovo ThinkServer TS130 Specifications

General

Form Factor	Tower
Processor Cores	Up to 4 cores
Memory	Up to 32 GB
Memory Slots	4 DIMM slots
Network Interface	Integrated Gigabit Ethernet
Processor	Intel Core i3, Intel Pentium, Intel Celeron
Memory Type	DDR3 ECC/non-ECC
Storage	Up to 8 TB
RAID Support	RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Power Supply	280W
Operating System	Windows Server, Linux
Expansion Slots	1 x PCIe x16