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    Acer Altos G700 User's guide
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    Acer Altos G700 User's guide Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual , and purchase information. No part of this publication may be
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    limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation
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    by the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this server. Use conditions This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to Equipment Regulations. Laser compliance statement The CD-ROM drive in this server is a laser product. The CD-ROM drive's classification label (
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    in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. 6 This product should be operated from the type of power servicing to qualified service personnel. 11 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a When the power
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    instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will or explosion. Refer battery replacement to a qualified service technician. 13 Warning! Batteries may explode if promptly. 14 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your accessories box) for
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    22 Turning on the system 23 Power-on problems 24 Operating system configuration 25 Network connection 26 Tower-to-rack option 27 Turning off the system 28 3 Upgrading the system 29 Upgrading the system 31 Installation precautions 31 Opening the server 33 Opening the front bezel
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    an expansion card 52 Installing a power supply module 54 To install a redundant power supply module 55 Installing a hot-swappable HDD fan 57 To remove a hot-swappable HDD fan 57 To install a hot-swappable HDD fan 58 4 BIOS setup 59 BIOS setup 61 Entering BIOS setup 62 Main 64
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    Contents Exit 90 Appendix A: ASM and RDM quick installation guide 93 Installing ASM 95 System requirements 95 System setup 95 Installing RDM 97 System requirements 97 RDM Console setup 97 Index 99
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    1 System tour
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    The Acer Altos G700 server is a powerful dual-processor system loaded with a host of new and innovative features. The system offers a new standard for flexible productivity ideal for general business applications, email, web service, file clustering and print services.
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    4 MB SDRAM of video memory • Six DIMM sockets supporting ECC 266 MHz DDR modules for a maximum memory capacity of 6 GB • Media storage: • 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB floppy drive • IDE CD-ROM drive • Two BPL4 hot-swap cages with a maximum storage space of 584 GB (4 hard disk capacity per cage) • External
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    tour External and internal structure Front bezel Note: One pair of system keys are provided inside the accessory box. No. Description No. Description 1 Power indicator 4 Hard disk fault indicator 2 Hard disk activity indicator 5 Security keylock 3 System fault indicator 6 Front bezel
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    5 Front panel No. Description 1 CD-ROM drive Stop/Eject button 2 CD-ROM drive activity indicator 3 CD-ROM drive 4 Volume control 5 CD-ROM drive Headphone/Earphone port 6 5.25-inch half-height bays 7 Hot-swap HDD carrier 1 8 BPL4 hot-swap cages
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    drive 11 Floppy drive activity indicator 12 Power button 13 Reset button 14 Power indicator 15 Hard disk activity indicator 16 System fault indicator 17 Hard disk fault indicator 18 Hot-swap HDD power indicator 19 Hot-swap HDD access indicator N b~ÅÜ=ÜçíJëï~é=eaa K==q K==q eaa
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    7 Rear panel No. Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 Description Power supply module bay (empty) 1 PS/2 keyboard port PS/2 mouse port USB ports RDM LAN port (10/100 Mbps) 2 Serial port
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    /printer port VGA/monitor port Gigabit LAN port (10/100/1000 Mbps) 10 Expansion slots 11 Main power supply indicator 3 12 Main power supply fail indicator 4 13 Main power supply AC power indicator 5 14 Power cable socket 15 Rear system fan 16 PCI slot lock lever 17 Ventilation slots
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    9 Internal components No. Description 1 Power supply module (450-watts) 2 Rear system fan 3 Rear system fan release latch 4 PCI bus slot 5 Mainboard 6 Air baffle 6 Power distribution board 8 Hot-swap HDD fans 9 Hot-swap HDD backplane board
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    10 System boards 1 System tour Mainboard layout The mainboard becomes accessible once you open the system. It should look like the figure shown below
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    DIMM slots Front panel connector Floppy disk drive connector Primary IDE connector Secondary IDE connector BMC daughter board connector CPU 1 fan connector Rear system fan connector CPU 2 fan connector Hot-swap HDD fan connectors Power supply connector SCSI backplane connector Upper: PS/2 mouse port
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    bridge) System clock BCM5701H Gigabit LAN chipset Adaptec AIC-7899W chipset ServerWorks GC LE CIOBx2 chipset (I/O bridge) ATI Rage XL VGA chipset Video RAM BIOS chipset ServerWorks GC LE CSB5 chipset (south bridge) PC87417 SIO - Super I/O chipset USB connector Onboard VRMs (Voltage Regulator Module)
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    13 BPL4 board layout Label 1 2 3 4 5 Description 122-pin SAF-TE connector Four 80-pin SCSI HDD connectors 68-pin SCSI HDD connector 80-pin SCSI HDD connector 6-pin I2C bus link
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    14 SAF-TE board layout 1 System tour Label SW1 U7 Description Configuration switch GEM 318 SAF-TE chipset SAF-TE configuration settings (SW1) The SAF-TE board's pre-assigned ID is SCSI ID 6. The table below shows the board's configuration settings. Switch Switch 1 Switch 2 Switch 3 Switch 4
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    2 System setup
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    This chapter gives you instructions on how to set up your system. Procedures on how to connect peripherals are also explained.
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    . Checking the package contents Check the following items from the package: • Acer Altos G700 system • Acer Altos G700 User's guide (with system binder) • EasyBUILDTM Installation guide • EasyBUILDTM System CD • Acer Altos G700 Accessory box • System keys (provided inside the accessory box) If any
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    constitute the basic system. Before connecting any other peripherals, connect these basic peripherals first to test if the system is running properly. Instructions on how to connect a printer is also described here, refer to page 21. Connecting the PS/2 keyboard Plug the keyboard cable into
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    19 Connecting the PS/2 mouse Plug the PS/2 mouse cable into the PS/2 mouse port located on the rear panel of the server. (green port)
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    20 2 System setup Connecting the VGA monitor To connect the VGA monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the VGA/monitor port server. (blue port) located on the rear panel of the
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    21 Connecting a printer The system supports both parallel and serial printers. To connect a parallel printer, plug the printer cable into the parallel/ printer port server. (burgundy port) located on the rear panel of the Note: If you are using a serial printer, connect the printer cable into
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    22 2 System setup Connecting the power cable Plug the power cable into the power cable socket located on the rear panel of the server. Then plug the other end of the power cable into a power outlet. The figure below shows a complete connection of the whole system.
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    the system and connected all the required cables, you can now power on the system. To power on the system, press the power button on the front panel. The system starts up and displays a welcome message. After that, a series of power-on self-test (POST) messages appears. The POST messages indicate if
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    2 System setup Power-on problems If the system does not boot after you have applied power, check the following factors that might have caused the boot failure. • The external power cable may be loosely connected. Check the power cable connection from the power source to the power cable socket on
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    25 Operating system configuration Altos G700 comes with Acer EasyBUILDTM that allows you to conveniently install your choice of operating system. To disc tray. 6 The Acer EasyBUILD sequence begins. Follow all onscreen instructions. For more information, refer to the EasyBUILDTM Installation guide.
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    on the rear panel, a 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit LAN port suitable for fast network connection and a 10/100 Mbps RDM LAN port for remote server management. To connect to the network, simply plug the network cable into the Gigabit LAN port (gray port). Note: Consult the operating system
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    a rack mount kit, contact your local Acer representative or order directly from http://www.acer.com/. The figure below shows the Altos G700 server in a rack-mount position. For instructions on tower-to-rack configuration, refer to the Rack Installation Guide enclosed with the rack mount kit.
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    to Shut Down..., select Shut down from the drop-down window then click on OK. You can then turn off all peripherals connected to your server. If you cannot shut down the server, press the power button for at least four seconds. Quickly pressing the button may put the
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    3 Upgrading the system
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    This chapter discuss the precautionary measures and installation procedures you need to know when upgrading the system.
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    and attach it to a metal part of the server before handling components. If a wrist strap is not available, maintain contact with the server throughout any procedure requiring ESD protection. Preinstallation instructions Always observe the following before you install any component: 1 Turn off the
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    DIMM socket or other component connector. See the following sections for specific installation instructions on the component you want to install. Warning! Failure to properly turn off the server before you start installing components may cause serious damage. Do not attempt the procedures described
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    make sure that you have turned off your system and all peripherals connected to it. Read the "Preinstallation instructions" on page 31. You need to open the server before you can install additional components. The front bezel and left side panel are removable to allow access to the system's internal
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    and all the peripherals connected to it. 2 Unplug all cables from the power outlets. 3 Place the system unit on a flat, stable surface. 4 Remove the front bezel. Refer to the preceding section for detailed instructions. 5 Loosen the three thumbscrews located at the end of the left panel closest
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    35 6 Slide the left panel slightly forward (2), then upward (3) before detaching it from the chassis (4). Removing the air baffle Once you removed the left panel, most of the system's internal components are still hidden from view by the air baffle. Remove the air baffle to allow easy access to the
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    the chassis. Caution! After completing the component upgrade/replacement procedures, do not forget to reinstall the air baffle before replacing the chassis panels. Doing otherwise will reduce the system's cooling efficiency which can adversely affect performance or cause damage due to overheating.
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    instructions for removing and installing the hot-swappable cage as well as procedures on how to install a hard disk into the BPL4 hard disk carrier. Installing the BPL4 hot-swappable cage 1 Detach the chassis panels and remove the air baffle. 2 Connect the following cables to the SCSI backplane
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    the chassis panels. Removing the BPL4 hot-swappable cage Important: Before detaching the hot-swappable cage from the chassis, make sure to first remove all hard disks from their carriers. For instructions, refer to the succeeding section. 1 Detach the chassis panels and remove the air baffle.
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    to the chassis (1). 3 Slightly pull out the hot-swappable cage from the chassis (2). 4 Disconnect the following cables from the hot-swappable cage: a Two SCSI drive power cables b SCSI backplane cable c SCSI cable 5 Pull out the hot-swappable cage from the chassis.
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    the system Installing a hard disk into the BPL4 hard disk carrier Note: You need not remove the BPL4 hot-swappable cage from the chassis to install a hard disk into the BPL4 hard disk carrier. 1 Press your finger to the SCSI drive release lever (1), then pull out the hard disk carrier from
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    41 3 When applicable, pull out any previously installed hard disk. 4 Install a hard disk on the hard disk carrier then secure it with the four screws you have removed earlier. 5 Insert the hard disk carrier into the hot-swappable cage with the lever still extended. 6 Push the lever back until it
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    and removing storage devices The system supports one 3.5-inch and three 5.25-inch internal storage devices. The system comes pre-installed with a floppy drive and a CD-ROM drive. The two empty 5.25-inch half-height bays allow you to install additional drives such as another CD-ROM drive or
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    43 4 Remove the three screws that hold the old drive to the drive carrier then pull it out. 5 Install a new 3.5-inch drive to the drive carrier then secure it with the three screws you have removed earlier.
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    instructions described on page 32. Installing a 5.25-inch storage device (optional) Note: If you are installing a new drive in an empty drive bay, skip steps 2 to 4. 1 Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation procedures described on page 31. 2 Disconnect the power and IDE cables from
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    carrier (1) before pulling it out from the chassis (2). 4 Remove the eight screws that hold the old drive to the drive carrier then pull it out. 5 Install a new 5.25-inch drive to the drive carrier then secure it with the eight screws you have removed earlier.
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    46 3 Upgrading the system 6 Insert the drive carrier with the newly-installed 5.25-inch drive into the drive bay. 7 Connect the power and IDE cables to the new drive. 8 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 32.
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    the CPU This section includes instructions for removing and installing a CPU. To remove a CPU with heatsink Before you can install a new CPU in a socket, remove first any previously installed CPU from that socket. Important: Before removing a CPU from the mainboard, make sure to create a backup
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    and pre-installation procedures described on page 31. 2 Locate the CPU socket on the mainboard. 3 Align install the CPU to its socket, follow the steps below: (1) Insert the CPU into the socket. (2) Press down the retainer lever to lock the CPU in place. 5 Observe the post-installation instructions
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    49 Upgrading the system memory This section includes instructions for removing and installing a memory module. Memory modules must be installed and removed in pairs, observing sequential slot positions. To remove a DIMM Before you can install a new DIMM in a socket, remove first any previously
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    DIMM before pressing the holding clips to gently disengage the DIMM from the socket. To install a DIMM 1 Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation procedures described on page 31. 2 Locate the DIMM socket on the mainboard. 3 Open the clips on the socket. 4 Align then insert the DIMM into the
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    51 Reconfiguring the system memory The system automatically detects the amount of memory installed. Run the BIOS setup to view the new value for total system memory and make a note of it.
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    an expansion card. The onboard expansion slots supports PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) cards. To install an expansion card 1 Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation procedures described on page 31. 2 Locate an empty expansion slot on the mainboard. 3 Press the slot release latch
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    53 9 Press the PCI slot lock lever on the rear panel of the server. 10 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 32. Note: When you turn on the system, the BIOS setup automatically detects and assigns resources to the new device (applicable only to Plug-and-Play expansion cards).
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    the system Installing a power supply module The Acer Altos G700 power subsystem consists of two hot-swappable power supply module bays that accept standard 450-watts power supply modules. The system comes bundled with only a single power supply module leaving one power supply module bay empty
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    55 To install a redundant power supply module 1 Remove the screw securing the cover of the empty power supply module bay, then detach the cover. 2 Slide the power supply module into the empty bay until you feel resistance.
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    56 3 Upgrading the system 3 Press the module handle to secure the power supply module to its bay. 4 Verify that the power indicators on both the main power supply and on the newly installed redundant power supply are illuminated (green).
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    57 Installing a hot-swappable HDD fan The server accommodates two hot-swappable HDD fans. To remove a hot-swappable HDD fan Caution! To reduce the risk of personal injury, avoid contact with the fan when the blades are still moving. 1 Detach the chassis panels and
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    58 3 Upgrading the system To install a hot-swappable HDD fan 1 Detach the chassis panels and remove the air baffle. 2 Insert the fan in an empty fan bay then press it firmly in place. 3 Reinstall the air baffle and the chassis panels.
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    4 BIOS setup
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    This chapter gives information about the system BIOS and discusses how to configure the system by changing the settings of the BIOS parameters.
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    System (BIOS). Since most systems are already properly configured and optimized, there is no need to run this utility. You will need to memory called CMOS RAM. This memory area is not part of the system RAM which allows configuration data to be retained when power is turned off. Before you run BIOS
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    BIOS setup Entering BIOS setup Power on the server to start the system POST (Power On Self Test) process. During bootup, press Ctrl-Alt-Esc to enter the BIOS major BIOS menus: • Main • Advanced • Power • Boot • Security • Exit The parameters on the screens shown in this User's guide display
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    by a (>), it means that a submenu screen is available. • Press F1 for General Help on using the BIOS setup. • Press F10 to save changes and close the BIOS setup. • Press Esc to close the BIOS setup. In the descriptive table following each of the screen illustrations, settings in boldface are the
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    continues to keep the date and time accurately even when the power is off. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Security Exit AMIBIOS Version : BIOS Build Date : BIOS ID : Processor Type : Processor Speed : Cache Size : System Memory : 07.00.xx 04/01/02 T522A03 Intel® Xeon® 1800MHz
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    the clock, the more instructions the CPU can execute per second. Cache size of the processor currently installed in the server Total amount of onboard memory. The memory size is automatically detected by BIOS setup during POST. If you install additional memory, the system automatically adjusts
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    66 4 BIOS setup Advanced The Advanced menu contains parameter values that define how the system behaves on startup. Warning! Be cautious in setting parameter values in the
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    1 address and IRQ (interrupt request) setting Sets a logical base address for the parallel port Assigns an IRQ for the parallel port. If you install an add-on card that has a parallel port whose address conflicts with the onboard parallel port, a warning appears on the screen. Check the parallel
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    (Direct Memory Access) channel for the ECP (Extended Capabilities Port) parallel port function. This parameter is configurable only if you select ECP as the operation mode. IDE Configuration The IDE Configuration submenu lets you define the parameter settings related to the hard disk/s. Parameter
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    Enter to access the Secondary IDE Master submenu. Hard Disk Write Enables or disables the hard disk write protect function. Protect Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave These items let you select the IDE hard disk parameters that the system supports. Parameter Device Vendor Description Type of IDE
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    method. For drivers with more than 504 MB, the LBA mode is necessary. Auto Disabled Enhances disk performance depending on the hard disk in use. If you set this parameter to Auto, BIOS setup automatically detects if the installed hard disk drive suports the Block Mode function. If supported, it
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    Enables or disables the S.M.A.R.T (SelfMonitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) function of the internal hard disk. If 'Auto' is selected, BIOS setup will enable the S.M.A.R.T function if the driver supports it. Auto Disabled Enabled Enables or disables the 32-bit data transfer function
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    72 4 BIOS setup Floppy Configuration The Floppy Configuration submenu displays the type of floppy drive installed in the server. Parameter Floppy Drive A Description Floppy disk drive type Option 1.44 MB, 3.5-inch None 360 KB, 5.25-inch 1.2 MB, 5.25-inch 720 KB, 3.5-inch 2.88 MB, 3.5-inch
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    the PCI devices. Parameter Plug & Play OS Description Option When this parameter is set to Yes, BIOS No setup initializes only PnP boot devices such Yes as SCSI cards. When set to No, the BIOS setup initializes all PnP boot and non-boot devices such as sound cards. Note: Set this parameter
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    USB ports Enabled Disabled Legacy USB Support Enable this parameter when you intend to use a USB device and are using a non-Plug and Play operating system, such as DOS. Disabled Enabled ARMD Selects the ARMD (ATAPI Removable Emulation Type Media Device) emulation type Hard Disk Auto Floppy
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    to Bus Ratio [16 to 1] Bootup Num-Lock [On] PS/2 Mouse Support [Enabled] Parity Check [Disabled] Wait For 'F1'If Error [Enabled] MPS 1.4 Support [Enabled] Allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to boot the system. à ß Select Screen á â Select
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    of data instructions in parallel Support Enable this parameter if you intend to use a mouse or trackball with a PS/2 interface. Enabled Disabled Parity Check If you enable this item, the system BIOS will support an interrupt service routine that handles NMI (Non-Maskable Interupt) for memory
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    'F1' if Error MPS 1.4 Support Description Option When this item is enabled you will be prompted to press F1 when an error is detected during boot up. Enabled Disabled If you enable this item, the system BIOS MP table will be compatible with MultiProcessor Specification version 1.4 . Enabled
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    78 4 BIOS setup Parameter Description Option IPMI Specification Version Version number of IPMI BMC Firmware Version Version of BaseBoard Management Controller (BMC) Firmware SDR Firmware Version Version of Spatial Data Repository (SDR) Firmware
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    Event Logs Opens the system event log file for viewing Event Control Interface BIOS POST Event Logging BIOS checks the bad processors and memory modules during the POST process. When this parameter is enabled, it will make a log of this operation. Enabled Disabled ECC Event Logging ECC (error
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    80 4 BIOS setup Onboard Devices Configuration The Onboard Devices Configuration submenu lets you specify settings that are related to the system hardware. Parameter Onboard LAN Description Enables
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    management feature. Parameter Description ACPI-aware O/S This parameter indicates whether the system's OS support the ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) standard of power management. Power Management When this parameter is enabled, it allows some OS, such as Windows 95/98, to
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    82 4 BIOS setup Parameter AC Power Failure Power Button Mode Description Option Defines the power state to resume to after a system shutdown that is due to an interruption in AC power. When set to Last State, the system will return to the active power state prior to shutdown. When set to Stay
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    parameters shown in the screen below. Boot Device Priority The Boot Device Priority submenu lets you specify the boot search sequence during the POST process. BIOS setup will display an error message if the drive(s) specified is not bootable.
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    4 BIOS setup Parameter 1st Boot Device 2nd Boot Device 3rd Boot Device Description Sets the device from which the system will first attempt to boot up. Sets the device from which the system will attempt to boot up when the first attempt failed. Sets the device from which the system will attempt
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    85 Hard Disk Drives The Hard Disk Drives submenu lets you specify the devices that will be considered as the primary and secondary hard drives. Parameter 1st Hard Drive 2nd Hard Drive Description Sets the device to be considered the primary hard drive. Sets the device to be considered the
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    86 4 BIOS setup Removable Devices The Removable Devices submenu displays the type of removable devices available in the system.
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    Devices The ATAPI (Advanced Technology Attachment Packet Interface) CD-ROM submenu displays the type of ATAPI CD-ROM available in the system. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot 1st ATAPI CDROM [IDE SECONDARY MASTER - xxx] Specifies the boot sequence from the available devices. à ß Select Screen á â Select
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    the system from unauthorized use by setting up access passwords. Parameter Description Option Supervisor Password Prevents unauthorized access to the BIOS setup Not Installed Installed User Password Secures your system against unauthorized use. Once you set this password, you have to type it
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    parameter (Supervisor Password or User Password) then press Enter. A password box will appear. 2 Type a password then press Enter. The password may consist of the password, the system automatically sets the chosen password parameter to Installed. To change the Supervisor/User password 1 Use the up/
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    setup Discards changes made and close the BIOS setup Loads the optimal settings for all BIOS setup parameters. Optimal settings are quite demanding in terms of resources consumption. If you are using low-speed memory chips or other kinds of low-performance components and you choose to load these
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    91 Parameter Load Failsafe Defaults Discard Changes Description Loads the failsafe settings for all BIOS parameters. Failsafe settings, compared to the optimal settings, are not quite as demanding in terms of resources consumption so you can be sure to have a
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    92 4 BIOS setup
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    Appendix A: ASM and RDM quick installation guide
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    This appendix shows you how to install the ASM and RDM software package.
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    Installing ASM Acer Server Manager (ASM) consists of the ASM Console and the ASM Agent. These two components are both required to perform server MB of RAM • SCSI/IDE hard drive with at least 100 MB free hard disk space • Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 or Windows 2000 Server/Advanced Server operating system
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    The installation wizard will be initialized. 4 Follow all onscreen instructions to complete installation. For detailed instructions on installing ASM Agent, refer to the ASM User's manual. To launch the program, on the Windows taskbar click on the Start button, point to Programs, select Acer Server
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    requirements RDM requires that a BMC board be installed in the managed server; otherwise, RDM Console will not be able to locate the managed server. RDM Console requirements • Intel Pentium or higher processor • 32 MB of RAM • At least 32 MB free hard disk space • Microsoft Windows 98/2000/Me/XP
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    Under the ASM installation sequence, select the RDM installation option. For detailed instructions on installing the RDM Console software, refer to the RDM User's manual. To launch the program, on the Windows taskbar click on the Start button, point to Programs, select Acer Server Management Suite
  • Acer Altos G700 | Acer Altos G700 User's Guide - Page 109
    password 88 User password 88 BPL4 hot-swappable cage 37 installing cage 37 installing hard disk 40 removing 38 C CPU installing 48 removing 47 D DIMM installing 50 removing 49 E expansion card installing 52 H hot-swappable HDD fan 57 installing 58 removing 57 O opening the system 33 open front
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    100 system memory reconfiguring 51 system upgrade 31 ESD precautions 31 post-installation instructions 32 preinstallation instructions 31 T turning off the system 28 turning on the system 23 power-on problems 24
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