Intel Comprehensive Guide to BIOS Update for Server Boards

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Table 4. Setup Menu Key Use

 

 

Key to Press

Description

 

 

<F10>

Save and Exit - Pressing <F10> causes the following message to

 

appear:

 

Setup Confirmation

 

Save Configuration changes and exit now?

 

[Yes] [No]

 

If "Yes" is selected and the <Enter> key is pressed, all changes are

 

saved and Setup is exited. If "No" is selected and the <Enter> key is

 

pressed, or the <Esc> key is pressed, the user is returned to where they

 

were before <F10> was pressed without affecting any existing values.

 

 

Upgrading the BIOS

The upgrade utility allows you to upgrade the BIOS in flash memory. The code and data in the upgrade file include the following:

On-board system BIOS, including the recovery code, BIOS Setup Utility, and strings.

On-board video BIOS, and other option ROMs for devices embedded on the server board.

OEM binary area

Microcode

A way to change the BIOS language

Preparing for the Upgrade

The steps below explain how to prepare to upgrade the BIOS, including how to record the current BIOS settings and how to obtain the upgrade utility.

Note: In the unlikely event that a BIOS error occurs during the BIOS update process, a recovery process may need to be followed to return the system to service. See “Additional Information and Software” for a link to necessary software and instrutions.

Recording the Current BIOS Settings

1. Boot the computer and press <F2> when you see the message:

Press <F2> Key if you want to run SETUP

2. Write down the current settings in the BIOS Setup program.

Note: Do not skip step 2. You will need these settings to configure your computer at the end of the procedure.

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Contents Intel Order Number D36977-002 Intel Server Board S5000VSA User’s GuideDisclaimer Safety Information 重要安全指导 Intel Server Board S5000VSA User’s Guide Intel Server Board S5000VSA User’s Guide Manual Organization About this ManualFor this information or Use this Document or Software Product AccessoriesAdditional Information and Software Additional Information and SoftwareIntel Server Board S5000VSA User’s Guide Intel Server Board S5000VSA User’s Guide Contents Appendix a Getting Help Appendix D Intel Server Issue Report Form Xiv List of Tables Xvi Intel Server Board S5000VSA List of FiguresXviii Intel Server Board S5000VSA Server Board FeaturesFeature Description Server Board FeaturesSata Server Board RAID SupportSAS Server Board EE Ccaa DD BB Z Y Connector and Component LocationsServer Board Connector and Component Locations Jumper Name Jumper Purpose Configuration JumpersNIC LED Descriptions Back Panel ConnectorsLED State Description Memory Sparing and Mirroring Hardware RequirementsProcessor MemoryIntel Local Control Panel Power SupplyOptional Hardware Hard Disk DrivesSetup Menus Using the Bios Setup UtilityStarting Setup If You Cannot Access SetupKey to Press Description Setup Menu Key UsePreparing for the Upgrade Upgrading the BiosRecording the Current Bios Settings Obtaining the Upgrade Upgrading the BiosPassword Clear Jumper Clearing the PasswordCmos Clear Jumper Clearing the CmosBefore You Begin Hardware Installations and UpgradesInstalling and Removing Memory Installing DIMMsInstalling Memory Removing DIMMs Installing or Replacing the ProcessorLifting the Socket Handle Installing the ProcessorRemoving the Shipping Cover Installing the Heat Sink Installing the Heat SinksRemoving a Processor Replacing the Backup Battery Replacing the Backup Battery Intel Server Board S5000VSA User’s Guide World Wide Web Telephone Appendix a Getting HelpCanada Europe Japan Asia-Pacific RegionLatin America Panama Intel Server Board S5000VSA User’s Guide Appendix B Regulatory and Compliance Information Product Safety ComplianceProduct Regulatory Compliance Regulatory Region Marking Compliance Certifications / Registrations / DeclarationsProduct Regulatory Compliance Markings Product Certification MarkingsRegulatory Region Marking Compliance Bsmi Marking Class Electromagnetic Compatibility NoticesEurope CE Declaration of Conformity Industry Canada ICES-003Taiwan Declaration of Conformity Bsmi Cnca CCC-China Korean Compliance RRLEnd-of-Life / Product Recycling Restriction of Hazardous Substances RoHS ComplianceResetting the System Appendix C TroubleshootingResetting the System Problems following Initial System InstallationFirst Steps Checklist Hardware Diagnostic TestingVerifying Proper Operation of Key System Lights Specific Problems and Corrective ActionsConfirming Loading of the Operating System No Characters Appear on Screen Power Light Does Not LightSystem Cooling Fans Do Not Rotate Properly Characters Are Distorted or IncorrectCannot Connect to a Server Problems with NetworkServer hangs when the drivers are loaded CD-ROM Drive or DVD-ROM Drive Activity Light Does Not LightAdd-in adapter stopped working without apparent cause System Boots when Installing PCI CardProblems with Newly Installed Application Software Diagnostics pass but the connection failsHard Drives are not Recognized LED Name Function Location LED Color Bootable CD-ROM Disk Is Not DetectedLED Information LED InformationPost Error Beep Codes Bios Post Beep CodesNumber Reason for Beeps and Action to Take Board / Chassis Information Appendix D Intel Server Issue Report FormPeripheral Description Driver Dimm ConfigurationOperating System Information Add-in Card, Peripheral, Video, NICBase Revision Address Hard Drive InformationManagement Information Control Panel InformationComplete Problem Description
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S5000VSA specifications

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