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4.Reattach the AC power cables and power on the server.

5.Power down the server and again remove all AC power cables.

6.Replace the jumper at jumper block J8G1 so that it covers pins 1 and 2.

7.Replace the chassis cover and re-attach the AC power cables.

8.Power on the server.

9.Reconfigure settings as necessary.

BIOS

The S875WP1-E server board uses an Intel/AMI BIOS that is stored in the Firmware Hub (FWH) and can be updated using a disk-based program. The FWH contains the BIOS Setup program, POST, the PCI auto-configuration utility, and Plug and Play support.

The S875WP1-E server board supports system BIOS shadowing, allowing the BIOS to execute from 64-bit onboard write-protected system memory.

The BIOS displays a message during POST identifying the type of BIOS and a revision code. The initial production BIOS is identified as WP87510A.86B.

When the S875WP1-E server board’s jumper is set to configuration mode and the server is powered-up, the BIOS compares the processor version and the microcode version in the BIOS and reports if the two match.

PCI Auto Configuration

The BIOS can automatically configure PCI devices. PCI devices may be onboard or add-in cards. Auto configuration lets a user insert or remove PCI cards without having to configure the system. When a user turns on the system after adding a PCI card, the BIOS automatically configures interrupts, the I/O space, and other system resources. Any interrupts set to Available in Setup are considered to be available for use by the add-in card. Auto configuration information is stored in ESCD format.

IDE Auto Configuration

If you select Auto in the BIOS Setup program, the BIOS automatically sets up the two

IDE connectors with independent I/O channel support. The IDE interface supports hard drives up to ATA-66/100 and recognizes any ATAPI compliant devices, including CD-ROM drives, tape drives, and Ultra DMA drives.

The BIOS determines the capabilities of each drive and configures them to optimize capacity and performance. To take advantage of the high capacities typically available today, hard drives are automatically configured for Logical Block Addressing (LBA) and to PIO Mode 3 or 4, depending on the capability of the drive. You can override the auto-configuration options by specifying manual configuration in the BIOS Setup program.

Server Board Features

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Contents Intel Server Board S875WP1-E Product Guide Disclaimer Important Safety InstructionsContents Bios Server Board Installation and Upgrades101 Configuration Software and UtilitiesIndustry Canada ICES-003 Regulatory and Integration Information 107Tables FiguresFan Control Configuration Submenu Feature Description Server Board FeaturesLAN SdramBios Server Board Components Server Board Connector and Component LocationsFront Panel Connectors Back Panel ConnectorsMemory ProcessorSupported Processors Type Designation System Bus L2 Cache SizeIntel 82875P Memory Controller Hub MCH Intel 875P ChipsetVideo Intel 82801EB I/O Controller Hub ICH5-RIntel 82802AC Firmware Hub FWH ATA Rage XL Video Controller AGP ConnectorVideo Modes Video ModesVideo Memory Interface Super I/OSerial Port Keyboard and Mouse ConnectorsParallel Port Floppy Drive ControllerLegacy USB Support High-Speed USB 2.0 SupportPCI Bus Characteristics PCI I/O Subsystem32-bit, 33-MHz PCI Subsystem Data Storage PCI Bus Configuration IDsSerial ATA Sata Device IDs IdselIDE Interfaces Scsi Hard Drive Activity LED Connector10/100 Ethernet LAN Connector LEDs NIC Connector and Status LEDsNetwork Interface Controller NIC LED Color LED State IndicatesPower Management 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Connector LEDsSoftware Support through Acpi Effects of Pressing the Power Switch under Acpi Wake-up Devices and Events Wake-up Devices and EventsUSB Resume on Ring Hardware SupportFan Connectors Power ConnectorFan Connector Function/Operation Connector DescriptionInstantly Available PC Technology Location of the Standby Power Indicator LED CR7J1Chassis Intrusion and Detection Hardware Management and MonitoringSupervisor and User Password Functions Password SecurityRecovering the Cmos Real-Time Clock, Cmos SRAM, and BatteryIDE Auto Configuration PCI Auto ConfigurationLanguage Support Bios UpdatesBoot Options Recovering Bios DataCD-ROM and Network Boot Custom Splash ScreenFast Booting Systems with Intel Rapid Bios Boot Booting Without Attached DevicesIntel Rapid Bios Boot Smbios System Management Bios SmbiosPage Tools and Supplies Needed Before You BeginEmissions Disclaimer Intel Server Board S875WP1-E Product Guide Installing the I/O Shield Installing the I/O ShieldIntel Server Chassis SC5200 Installing Chassis StandoffsIntel Server Chassis SC5250-E Installing Chassis Standoffs in the SC5250-E ChassisInstalling the Server Board Placing the Server Board into the ChassisAttaching the Server Board Attaching the Server Board Installing the ProcessorAttaching the Heat Sink to the Processor Attaching the Fan Heat Sink Clips to the Processor Socket Removing the Processor Dimm Installation Guidelines Installing and Removing MemoryDimm Socket Locations Installing DIMMsRemoving DIMMs Installing and Removing an AGP CardRemoving the AGP Card Installing an AGP CardConnecting the IDE Cable Connecting the IDE CableConnecting the Sata Cable Connecting the Serial ATA Cable OptionalConnecting the Front Panel Header Connecting Internal HeadersPin Signal Name Pins Function Front Panel Header J7J1Connecting the USB 2.0 Header Pin Signal nameUSB 2.0 Header J7E1 Location of the Fan Headers and Power Connectors Connecting Hardware Control and Power CablesConnecting Fans Setting the Bios Configuration JumperConnecting Power Cables Chassis IntrusionClearing Passwords Jumper Settings for the Bios Setup Program Modes J8J2Jumper Setting Mode Description Precaution Replacing the BatteryVaro Removing the Battery Obtaining the Bios Update File Updating the Bios with the Intel Flash Memory Update UtilityCreating Bootable Media Recording the Current Bios SettingsLICENSE.TXT BIOINSTR.TXT BIOS.EXE MKBOOTZ.EXE Creating a Bios Update MediaUpdating the Bios Recovering the Bios Bios Setup Program Modes Using the Setup ProgramBios Setup Program Function Keys Maintenance MenuMaintenance Menu Bios Setup Program Function Key DescriptionMain Menu Main MenuECC Advanced Menu Advanced MenuPCI Configuration Submenu PCI Configuration SubmenuBoot Configuration Submenu Boot Configuration SubmenuPeripheral Configuration Submenu Peripheral Configuration SubmenuIRQ AskirDefault Auto defaultIRQ 7 default Enabled DefaultDrive Configuration Submenu Drive Configuration SubmenuATA / IDE Drive Configuration Submenu Primary/Secondary/SATA-0/SATA-1 Master/Slave Submenus Primary/Secondary/SATA-0/SATA-1 Master/Slave SubmenusFloppy Configuration Submenu Floppy Configuration SubmenuA.R.T Event Log Configuration Submenu Event Log Configuration SubmenuVideo Configuration Submenu Video Configuration Submenu4MB 8MBUSB Configuration Submenu USB Configuration SubmenuChipset Configuration Submenu Chipset Configuration SubmenuChipset Configuration Submenu Fan Control Configuration Submenu Fan Control Configuration SubmenuHardware Monitoring Submenu Hardware Monitoring SubmenuRemote Access Configuration Submenu Remote Access Configuration SubmenuCOM2 Security Menu Security MenuPower Menu Power MenuAcpi Submenu Acpi SubmenuBoot Menu Boot MenuBoot Device Priority Submenu Boot Device Priority SubmenuHard Disk Drives Submenu Hard Disk Drives SubmenuAtapi Cdrom Drives Submenu Removable Devices SubmenuRemovable Devices Submenu Atapi Cdrom Drives SubmenuExit Menu Exit MenuPage Bios Beep Codes Beep CodesNumber of Beeps Description Bios Error Messages Bios Error MessagesError Message Explanation Nvram / Cmos / Password Page U.S. and Canada Europe World Wide Web TelephoneAsia-Pacific region JapanPage Technical Reference Server Board ConnectorsPower, Fan, Chassis Intrusion Connectors Baseboard ConnectorsAdd-in Board and Peripheral Interface Connectors Add-In Board and Peripheral Interface ConnectorsMemory Map Server Board ResourcesDMA Channels System Memory MapMap O MapAddress hex Size Description Interrupts InterruptsNMI COM2 COM1Product Safety Compliance Product Regulatory ComplianceProduct EMC Compliance Product Certification Markings Product Regulatory Compliance MarkingsFCC USA Electromagnetic Compatibility NoticesEurope CE Declaration of Conformity Industry Canada ICES-003Taiwan Declaration of Conformity Korean RRL ComplianceInstallation Precautions Installation RequirementsPrevent Power Supply Overload Use Only for Intended Applications Place Battery Marking

S875WP1-E specifications

The Intel S875WP1-E is a high-performance server motherboard designed to meet the demanding requirements of enterprise-level applications. It is ideally suited for those seeking a robust solution for data centers, cloud computing, and various business applications. Built on the Intel 875P chipset, the S875WP1-E delivers impressive features and technologies that enhance functionality and reliability.

One of the standout characteristics of the Intel S875WP1-E is its support for dual Intel Xeon processors. This allows for significant processing power, enabling businesses to run multiple applications simultaneously without compromising performance. With its dual-socket configuration, the motherboard supports a range of Xeon processors, maximizing scalability for evolving workloads.

The motherboard supports up to 16GB of DDR SDRAM, utilizing ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory, which ensures data integrity and system stability. The capability to handle large amounts of memory is critical for applications requiring high data throughput and reliability, such as virtualization and database management.

In terms of storage, the S875WP1-E features several Serial ATA (SATA) ports, supporting RAID configurations, which can enhance data redundancy and performance. This flexibility in storage options ensures that businesses can tailor their systems according to specific storage needs. Additionally, it also supports PATA (Parallel ATA) drives, allowing for integration of legacy systems.

The expansion capabilities of the S875WP1-E are notable, as it includes multiple PCI Express and PCI slots, accommodating various expansion cards, including graphics cards, network interfaces, and storage controllers. This versatility is essential for organizations looking to customize their systems based on specific application requirements.

Networking capability is another highlight of the Intel S875WP1-E. It comes equipped with integrated Gigabit Ethernet, providing fast network access essential for server operations. The motherboard also features additional options for network expansion, ensuring that businesses can connect seamlessly to their networks.

Thermal management is another strong aspect of the S875WP1-E design. With a range of features aimed at maintaining optimal operating temperatures, including robust power regulation, it helps to prolong the lifespan of components and enhance overall system reliability.

In summary, the Intel S875WP1-E motherboard is a powerful solution for enterprise environments, offering dual processor support, ample memory capacity, flexible storage options, and comprehensive networking capabilities. Its design prioritizes stability and performance, making it an ideal choice for those looking to build a reliable server infrastructure tailored to their organization's needs.