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Chapter 3 BIOS Utility 3.1 Entering Setup 3-1 3.2 System Information 3-3 3.2.1 Processor 3-4 3.2.2 Processor Speed 3-5 3.2.3 Bus Frequency 3-5 3.2.4 Internal Cache 3-5 3.2.5 External Cache 3-5 3.2.6 Floppy Drive A 3-5 3.2.7 Floppy Drive B 3-5 3.2.8 IDE Primary... 3.2.16 Pointing Device 3-7 3.2.17 Memory Parity Mode 3-7 3.2.18 Onboard USB 3-7 3.3 Product Information 3-8 3.3.1 Product Name 3-8 3.3.2 System S/N 3-8 3.3.3 Main Board ID 3-9 3.3.4 Main Board S/N 3-9 3.3.5 System BIOS Version 3-9 3.3.6 System BIOS ID 3-9 3.3.7 BIOS Release Date 3-9 x Altos 1100E Series User's Guide
Chapter 3 BIOS Utility 3.1 Entering Setup 3-1 3.2 System Information 3-3 3.2.1 Processor 3-4 3.2.2 Processor Speed 3-5 3.2.3 Bus Frequency 3-5 3.2.4 Internal Cache 3-5 3.2.5 External Cache 3-5 3.2.6 Floppy Drive A 3-5 3.2.7 Floppy Drive B 3-5 3.2.8 IDE Primary... 3.2.16 Pointing Device 3-7 3.2.17 Memory Parity Mode 3-7 3.2.18 Onboard USB 3-7 3.3 Product Information 3-8 3.3.1 Product Name 3-8 3.3.2 System S/N 3-8 3.3.3 Main Board ID 3-9 3.3.4 Main Board S/N 3-9 3.3.5 System BIOS Version 3-9 3.3.6 System BIOS ID 3-9 3.3.7 BIOS Release Date 3-9 x Altos 1100E Series User's Guide
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... the SCSISelect Utility 4-3 4.2 SCSISelect Utility Options 4-4 4.2.1 Configure/View Host Adapter Setting Menu 4-5 4.2.2 SCSI Disk Utilities 4-19 4.3 Configuring Multiple SCSI Controllers 4-21 4.4 SCSI Troubleshooting Checklist 4-22 4.5 BIOS Startup Messages 4-23 4.5.1 Device connected, but not ready 4-24 4.5.2 Start unit request failed 4-25 4.5.3 Disk Drive Configuration Problems 4-25 Index xii Altos 1100E Series User's Guide
... the SCSISelect Utility 4-3 4.2 SCSISelect Utility Options 4-4 4.2.1 Configure/View Host Adapter Setting Menu 4-5 4.2.2 SCSI Disk Utilities 4-19 4.3 Configuring Multiple SCSI Controllers 4-21 4.4 SCSI Troubleshooting Checklist 4-22 4.5 BIOS Startup Messages 4-23 4.5.1 Device connected, but not ready 4-24 4.5.2 Start unit request failed 4-25 4.5.3 Disk Drive Configuration Problems 4-25 Index xii Altos 1100E Series User's Guide
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...jumper and connector locations, jumper settings, connector functions, and information on installing optional components. It contains information about the system BIOS and tells how to change SCSI controller settings without opening the computer or changing jumpers. xv It also describes the IDM ...BPL3 and BPL5 LVD SCSI backplane subsystems, which allows you to configure the system by setting the BIOS parameters. Chapter 4 SCSISelect Configuration Utility This chapter describes the SCSISelect Configuration Utility, which consist of the chapter you how to ...
...jumper and connector locations, jumper settings, connector functions, and information on installing optional components. It contains information about the system BIOS and tells how to change SCSI controller settings without opening the computer or changing jumpers. xv It also describes the IDM ...BPL3 and BPL5 LVD SCSI backplane subsystems, which allows you to configure the system by setting the BIOS parameters. Chapter 4 SCSISelect Configuration Utility This chapter describes the SCSISelect Configuration Utility, which consist of the chapter you how to ...
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... system memory • Two ISA, four PCI, and one AGP bus slots (one PCI and ISA shared slot) • 512-KB Flash ROM for system BIOS • 512-KB pipelined-burst second-level cache built-in Pentium III processor • System clock/calendar with battery backup • I/O APIC device that provides...
... system memory • Two ISA, four PCI, and one AGP bus slots (one PCI and ISA shared slot) • 512-KB Flash ROM for system BIOS • 512-KB pipelined-burst second-level cache built-in Pentium III processor • System clock/calendar with battery backup • I/O APIC device that provides...
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2.4.2 Jumper Settings Table 2-1 lists the system board jumpers with their corresponding settings and functions. Table 2-1 System Board Jumper Settings Jumper Setting Function JP4 JP5 BIOS Logo Select JP6 Password Security JP7 Sound Output JP8 1-2/4-5 2-3/5-6* 1-2* 2-3 Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved 1-2* Acer 2-3 None 1-2 Check password 2-3* Bypass password 1-2* Buzzer 2-3 Speaker * Default 2-6 Altos 1100E Series User's Guide
2.4.2 Jumper Settings Table 2-1 lists the system board jumpers with their corresponding settings and functions. Table 2-1 System Board Jumper Settings Jumper Setting Function JP4 JP5 BIOS Logo Select JP6 Password Security JP7 Sound Output JP8 1-2/4-5 2-3/5-6* 1-2* 2-3 Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved 1-2* Acer 2-3 None 1-2 Check password 2-3* Bypass password 1-2* Buzzer 2-3 Speaker * Default 2-6 Altos 1100E Series User's Guide
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When you turn on the system, BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to the housing with a screw. Insert a PCI card into the slot. Secure the card to the PCI devices. Locate the PCI slots on the housing opposite an empty PCI slot. 3. Remove the bracket on the system board. 2. Figure 2-9 Installing a PCI Card 2-22 Altos 1100E Series User's Guide 2.12 Installing Expansion Cards 2.12.1 Installing 32 Bit PCI Cards To install 32 bit PCI cards: 1. Make sure that the card is properly seated. 4.
When you turn on the system, BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to the housing with a screw. Insert a PCI card into the slot. Secure the card to the PCI devices. Locate the PCI slots on the housing opposite an empty PCI slot. 3. Remove the bracket on the system board. 2. Figure 2-9 Installing a PCI Card 2-22 Altos 1100E Series User's Guide 2.12 Installing Expansion Cards 2.12.1 Installing 32 Bit PCI Cards To install 32 bit PCI cards: 1. Make sure that the card is properly seated. 4.
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... 2-10 Installing an AGP Card When you turn on the main board. See Figure 2-1 for the slot location. 2. Locate the AGP slot on the system, BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to avoid resource conflicts. Chapter 2 - Insert an AGP card into the slot...
... 2-10 Installing an AGP Card When you turn on the main board. See Figure 2-1 for the slot location. 2. Locate the AGP slot on the system, BIOS automatically detects and assigns resources to avoid resource conflicts. Chapter 2 - Insert an AGP card into the slot...
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This capability to normal operation. Connect the RDM LED (CN38). In the event of failure, RDM monitors and analyzes the server condition, updates the BIOS settings if necessary, reboots the server, and quickly returns it into CN30 and CN33. The module fits only in fixing server problems and reduces server ...
This capability to normal operation. Connect the RDM LED (CN38). In the event of failure, RDM monitors and analyzes the server condition, updates the BIOS settings if necessary, reboots the server, and quickly returns it into CN30 and CN33. The module fits only in fixing server problems and reduces server ...
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... Section 3-1. Run Setup. Replace the keyboard or contact your dealer. Contact your dealer. Table 2-4 System Error Messages Message CMOS Battery Error CMOS Checksum Error CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch Diskette Drive Controller Error or Not Installed Diskette Drive Error Diskette Drive A Type Mismatch Diskette Drive B Type Mismatch Equipment Configuration Error Hard...
... Section 3-1. Run Setup. Replace the keyboard or contact your dealer. Contact your dealer. Table 2-4 System Error Messages Message CMOS Battery Error CMOS Checksum Error CPU BIOS Update Code Mismatch Diskette Drive Controller Error or Not Installed Diskette Drive Error Diskette Drive A Type Mismatch Diskette Drive B Type Mismatch Equipment Configuration Error Hard...
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... memory area is no need to run Setup when starting the computer unless you repeatedly receive Run Setup messages, the battery may be bad. BIOS Utility 3-1 There is not part of the system RAM. If you get a Run Setup message. In this case, the system cannot retain... configuration values in CMOS. The BIOS Utility main menu then appears: Chapter 3 - You must press + + while the system is booting. Chapter 3 BIOS Utility Most systems are already configured by the manufacturer or the dealer. Ask a qualified technician for ...
... memory area is no need to run Setup when starting the computer unless you repeatedly receive Run Setup messages, the battery may be bad. BIOS Utility 3-1 There is not part of the system RAM. If you get a Run Setup message. In this case, the system cannot retain... configuration values in CMOS. The BIOS Utility main menu then appears: Chapter 3 - You must press + + while the system is booting. Chapter 3 BIOS Utility Most systems are already configured by the manufacturer or the dealer. Ask a qualified technician for ...
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BIOS Utility System Information Product Information Disk Drives Power Management Startup Configuration Advanced Configuration System Security Date and Time Remote Diagnostic Configuration Load Default Settings Abort Settings Change Move highlight bar, ↵ = Select, Esc = Exit The parameters on the screens show default values. These values may not be the same as those in your system. 3-2 Altos 1100E Series User's Guide
BIOS Utility System Information Product Information Disk Drives Power Management Startup Configuration Advanced Configuration System Security Date and Time Remote Diagnostic Configuration Load Default Settings Abort Settings Change Move highlight bar, ↵ = Select, Esc = Exit The parameters on the screens show default values. These values may not be the same as those in your system. 3-2 Altos 1100E Series User's Guide
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xxx IDE Secondary Channel Slave .... Press to return to the main menu. Chapter 3 - BIOS Utility 3-3 xxx IDE Secondary Channel Master ... 3.2 System Information The following screen appears if you how to move to the next page or to return to ...
xxx IDE Secondary Channel Slave .... Press to return to the main menu. Chapter 3 - BIOS Utility 3-3 xxx IDE Secondary Channel Master ... 3.2 System Information The following screen appears if you how to move to the next page or to return to ...
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These settings are non-configurable from the BIOS Utility main menu to change the settings. 3.2.1 Processor The Processor parameter specifies the type of the System Information menu. Select other configuration options from these ..., IRQ 7 Pointing Device Installed Memory Parity Mode ECC Onboard USB Disabled Page 2/2 PgDn/PgUp = Move Screen, Esc = Back to support the Intel Pentium III processor. 3-4 Altos 1100E Series User's Guide
These settings are non-configurable from the BIOS Utility main menu to change the settings. 3.2.1 Processor The Processor parameter specifies the type of the System Information menu. Select other configuration options from these ..., IRQ 7 Pointing Device Installed Memory Parity Mode ECC Onboard USB Disabled Page 2/2 PgDn/PgUp = Move Screen, Esc = Back to support the Intel Pentium III processor. 3-4 Altos 1100E Series User's Guide
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... the type of the CPU currently installed in your system. 3.2.2 Processor Speed The Processor Speed parameter specifies the speed of drive designated as Floppy Drive A. BIOS Utility 3-5 For information on how to configure the system memory, see section 3.4.1. 3.2.7 Floppy Drive B This parameter specifies the system's current floppy drive B settings. Chapter...
... the type of the CPU currently installed in your system. 3.2.2 Processor Speed The Processor Speed parameter specifies the speed of drive designated as Floppy Drive A. BIOS Utility 3-5 For information on how to configure the system memory, see section 3.4.1. 3.2.7 Floppy Drive B This parameter specifies the system's current floppy drive B settings. Chapter...
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... IDE Secondary Channel Master This parameter specifies the current configuration of the IDE device connected to the master port of memory installed in the system. 3-6 Altos 1100E Series User's Guide The memory size is automatically detected by BIOS during the POST.
... IDE Secondary Channel Master This parameter specifies the current configuration of the IDE device connected to the master port of memory installed in the system. 3-6 Altos 1100E Series User's Guide The memory size is automatically detected by BIOS during the POST.
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... default setting is ECC. 3.2.18 Onboard USB This parameter specifies whether the onboard USB controller is , this is a mouse connected to the system. BIOS Utility 3-7 For information on how to enable or disable USB, see section 3.7.1. If there is enabled or not. Chapter 3 - Otherwise, this ... address and IRQ setting. 3.2.15 Parallel Port This parameter indicates the parallel port address and IRQ setting. 3.2.16 Pointing Device The BIOS utility automatically detects if there is set to None. 3.2.17 Memory Parity Mode This parameter indicates the setting of the memory parity mode.
... default setting is ECC. 3.2.18 Onboard USB This parameter specifies whether the onboard USB controller is , this is a mouse connected to the system. BIOS Utility 3-7 For information on how to enable or disable USB, see section 3.7.1. If there is enabled or not. Chapter 3 - Otherwise, this ... address and IRQ setting. 3.2.15 Parallel Port This parameter indicates the parallel port address and IRQ setting. 3.2.16 Pointing Device The BIOS utility automatically detects if there is set to None. 3.2.17 Memory Parity Mode This parameter indicates the setting of the memory parity mode.
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... Menu 3.3.1 Product Name This parameter specifies the official name of the system. 3.3.2 System S/N This parameter specifies the system's serial number. 3-8 Altos 1100E Series User's Guide It includes the product name, serial number, BIOS version, etc. This information is necessary for troubleshooting and may be required when asking for technical support. 3.3 Product Information The...
... Menu 3.3.1 Product Name This parameter specifies the official name of the system. 3.3.2 System S/N This parameter specifies the system's serial number. 3-8 Altos 1100E Series User's Guide It includes the product name, serial number, BIOS version, etc. This information is necessary for troubleshooting and may be required when asking for technical support. 3.3 Product Information The...
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3.3.3 Main Board ID This parameter specifies the system board's identification number. 3.3.4 Main Board S/N This parameter specifies the system board's serial number. 3.3.5 System BIOS Version This parameter specifies the version of the BIOS utility. 3.3.6 System BIOS ID This parameter specifies the identification number of the BIOS utility. 3.3.7 BIOS Release Date This parameter specifies the official date the BIOS version was released. Chapter 3 - BIOS Utility 3-9
3.3.3 Main Board ID This parameter specifies the system board's identification number. 3.3.4 Main Board S/N This parameter specifies the system board's serial number. 3.3.5 System BIOS Version This parameter specifies the version of the BIOS utility. 3.3.6 System BIOS ID This parameter specifies the identification number of the BIOS utility. 3.3.7 BIOS Release Date This parameter specifies the official date the BIOS version was released. Chapter 3 - BIOS Utility 3-9
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... the IDE Primary Channel Slave, the IDE Secondary Channel Master, and IDE Secondary Channel Slave menus are the same as in the above screen. Chapter 3 - BIOS Utility 3-11
... the IDE Primary Channel Slave, the IDE Secondary Channel Master, and IDE Secondary Channel Slave menus are the same as in the above screen. Chapter 3 - BIOS Utility 3-11
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... nor supported in the system BIOS, IDE hard disk drives are four IDE drive option items under the Disk Drives menu. Select the IDE Primary Channel Master item (or the IDE Secondary Channel Master) if you want to configure an IDE device set as slave. 3-12 Altos 1100E Series User's Guide Select the...
... nor supported in the system BIOS, IDE hard disk drives are four IDE drive option items under the Disk Drives menu. Select the IDE Primary Channel Master item (or the IDE Secondary Channel Master) if you want to configure an IDE device set as slave. 3-12 Altos 1100E Series User's Guide Select the...