Intel SE7210TP1-E User Guide - Page 7

Contents Contents Warnings ...v 1 Server Board Features 11 Server Board Connector and Component Locations 13 Internal Component Connections 14 Configuration Jumpers ...15 Back Panel Connectors...16 Hardware Requirements ...17 2 Server Board Installations and Upgrades 19 Before You Begin ...19 Tools and Supplies Needed 19 Installing and Removing Memory 19 Installing DIMMs...19 Removing DIMMs...20 Installing or Replacing the Processor 21 Installing the Processor 21 Removing the Processor 24 Installing a PCI Card ...24 Replacing the Backup Battery 24 3 Server Utilities 27 BIOS Setup ...27 Upgrading the BIOS ...28 Preparing for the Upgrade 28 Upgrading the BIOS ...29 Changing the BIOS Language 30 Recovering the BIOS ...30 Manually Recovering the BIOS 30 Clearing the Password ...31 Clearing the CMOS ...31 4 Troubleshooting 32 Resetting the System ...32 Problems following Initial System Installation 32 First Steps Checklist...32 Hardware Diagnostic Testing 33 Verifying Proper Operation of Key System Lights 33 Confirming Loading of the Operating System 34 Specific Problems and Corrective Actions 34 Power Light Does Not Light 34 No Characters Appear on Screen 35 Characters Are Distorted or Incorrect 35 System Cooling Fans Do Not Rotate Properly 36 Diskette Drive Activity Light Does Not Light 36 vii