Intel STL2 Configuration Utilities Overview, Setup Utility Operation, Setup Utility Screen

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Basic Input Output System (BIOS)

Application software must use standard advanced programmable interrupts (APIs) to access these areas and may not access the data directly.

4.2Setup Utility

This section describes the ROM resident setup utility that provides the means to configure the platform. The setup utility is part of the system BIOS and allows limited control over on-board resources such as the parallel port and mouse. The following topics are covered below:

Setup utility operation

Configuration CMOS RAM definition

Function of the CMOS clear jumper

4.2.1Configuration Utilities Overview

Configuration of on-board devices is done using the setup utility that is embedded in flash ROM. Setup provides sufficient configuration functionality to boot a system diskette or CDROM. The SSU, which is discussed in a separate document, is released on diskette or CDROM. Setup is always provided in flash for basic system configuration.

The configuration utilities modify CMOS RAM and NVRAM under direction of the user. The BIOS POST routines and the BIOS Plug-N-Play Auto-configuration Manager accomplish the actual hardware configuration. The configuration utilities always update a checksum for both areas, so that any potential data corruption is detectable by the BIOS before the hardware configuration takes place. If data is corrupted, the BIOS requests that the user reconfigure the system and reboot.

4.2.2Setup Utility Operation

The ROM-resident setup utility configures only on-board devices. The setup utility screen is divided into four functional areas. Table 4-1 describes each area:

 

Table 4-1. Setup Utility Screen

 

 

Functional Area

Description

 

 

Keyboard Command Bar

Located at the bottom of the screen. This bar displays the keyboard commands

 

supported by the setup utility.

 

 

Menu Selection Bar

Located at the top of the screen. Displays the various major menu selections

 

available to the user. The server setup utility major menus are: Main Menu,

 

Advanced Menu, Security Menu, System Menu, Boot Menu, and the Exit Menu.

 

 

Options Menu

Each Option Menu occupies the left and center sections of the screen. Each menu

 

contains a set of features. Selecting certain features within a major Option Menu

 

drops you into submenus.

 

 

Item Specific Help Screen

Located at the right side of the screen is an item-specific Help screen.

 

 

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Contents Revision September 22 Enterprise Platforms Group STL2 Server BoardDate Revision Modifications Number Revision History STL2 Server Board TPSTable of Contents Basic Input Output System Bios Jumpers and ConnectorsTable of ContentsSTL2 Server Board TPS STL2 Server Board TPSTable of Contents Power ConsumptionList of Figures STL2 Server Board TPS Embedded NIC PCI SignalsSTL2 Server Board TPS List of Tables List of TablesList of TablesSTL2 Server Board TPS STL2 Server Board TPS Introduction STL2 Server Board Feature OverviewPurpose AudienceIntroduction STL2 Server Board TPS STL2 Server Board Block DiagramSTL2 Server Board Block Diagram This page intentionally left blank Speed FSB Frequency Cache Size Core Intel Pentium III Processor SubsystemSupported Processor Types STL2 Server Board Supported ProcessorsTermination Package Processor Bus Termination / Regulation / PowerDual Processor Operation 3 PGA370 Socket∙ IB6566 South Bridge ServerWorks ServerSet III LE ChipsetMemory ∙ NB6635 North Bridge 3.0LEPCI I/O Subsystem 1 64-bit / 66 MHz PCI SubsystemUltra160 / Ultra WideSCSI Controller AIC-7899 Support Embedded Scsi Supported PCI CommandsBe 30 L Command Target Master Scsi Transfer SpeedsNetwork Interface Controller NIC 2 32-bit/33 MHz PCI SubsystemSupported Network Features Video Controller Video Controller PCI SignalsStandard VGA Modes Video Controller Supported PCI CommandsBE30L Command Type Target Master Resolution Refresh Rate Hz ColorsPCI Interface 2.3 IB6566 South BridgeCompatibility Interrupt Control Power ManagementChipset Support Components Legacy I/O Super I/O National* PC97317VULParallel Port Keyboard and Mouse ConnectorsPower Management Controller Serial PortsInterrupt Routing Bios FlashExternal Device Connectors Default I/O ApicSTL2 Baseboard Interrupt Routing Diagram PIC mode STL2 Baseboard Interrupt Routing Diagram Symmetric mode STL2 PCI IDs Device Bus Number Device Number Slot ID Signal 2316 1511PCI Ids Relationship between PCI IRQ and PCI DeviceRevision Page STL2 Server Board TPS Server Management Baseboard Management ControllerHardware Sensors Server Management STL2 Server Board TPSSensor Number Sensor Type Monitoring Device Sensor Type Sensor-Specific Event Remarks Code Offset PCI Serr EMP AcpiWake On LAN Function AC Link ModeSTL2 Server Board TPS Basic Input Output System Bios Bios OverviewSystem Flash ROM Layout System BiosFlash Update Utility Basic Input Output System Bios STL2 Server Board TPSSetup Utility Screen Setup UtilityConfiguration Utilities Overview Setup Utility OperationF1 Help Entering Setup UtilityKeyboard Command Bar Enter Execute CommandF6/+ Change Value F9 Setup Defaults← → Select Menu F5/- Change ValueMain Menu Selections Main Menu SelectionsPrimary Master and Slave Adapters Submenu Selections Processor Settings Submenu SelectionsSTL2 Server Board TPSBasic Input Output System Bios Choices or Display Feature Only Description User SettingAdvanced Menu Selections Advanced Menu SelectionsMemory Reconfiruation Submenu Selections Peripheral Configuration Submenu Selections PCI Device Submenu Selections Option ROM Submenu Selections10. Numlock Submenu Selections 11. Security Menu Selections Security Menu Selections14. Wake On Events Submenu Selections 12. Secure Mode Submenu SelectionsSystem Hardware Menu Selections 13. Server Menu Selections15. Console Redirection Submenu Selections Boot Menu Selections16. Boot Menu Selections 17. Boot Device Priority Selections19. Removable Devices Selections Cmos Memory DefinitionExit Menu Selections 18. Hard Drive SelectionsCmos Default Override Flash Update UtilityLoading the System Bios OEM Customization User-supplied Bios Code SupportMSB Scan Point Definitions 21. User Binary Area Scan Point DefinitionsScan Point Mask RAM/Stack/BDA Video/Keyboard 22. Format of the User Binary Information Structure Recovery ModeLanguage Area OEM Splash ScreenCode Meaning Error Messages and Error CodesPost Codes 23. Port-80h Code DefinitionBeeps Reason 24. Standard Bios Port-80 CodesPage Revision Basic Input Output System BIOSSTL2 Server Board TPS Post Error Codes and Messages25. Recovery Bios Port-80 Codes 26. Post Error Messages and CodesRevision Beeps Error Cause Recommended Action Identifying Bios and BMC Revision Levels Bios Revision Level IdentificationBMC Revision Level Identification Bus Device Channel Selected Scsi Adapter Adaptec Scsi Utility Configuration SettingsAdaptec Scsi Utility Running the Scsi UtilityOption Recommended Setting or User Setting Display Only 27. Adaptec Scsi Utility Setup ConfigurationsExiting Adaptec Scsi Utility This page intentionally left blank Page STL2 Server Board TPS Jumpers and Connectors Jumper and connector location key for FigureBack Panel location key for Figure Jumpers and Connectors STL2 Server Board TPSJumper Blocks Setting CMOS/Password Clear Jumper Block 1J15Clearing and Changing a Password Jumper Block 1J15 SettingsClearing Cmos Setting Processor Frequency Jumper Block 5E1 Perfoming a Bios Recovery BootSetting Configuration Jumper Block 1L4 Jumper Block 5E1 SettingsJumper Block 1J15 Default Settings Jumper Block 6A Settings ConnectorsSetting Configuration Jumper Block 6A Jumper Block 1L4 SettingsMain ATX Power Connector P33 Auxilary ATX Power Connector P343 I2C Power Connector P37 Speaker Connector P25 System Fan Connectors P29, P27, P11Processor Connectors P12, P36 Speaker Connector P31Diskette Drive Connector P20 14. Video Port Connector PinoutSvga Video Port Keyboard and Mouse Connectors Parallel PortSerial Ports COM1 and COM2 19. USB Connectors 13 RJ-45 LAN ConnectorUSB Connectors 18. RJ-45 LAN Connector Signals21. Ultra160 Scsi Connector Ultra Scsi Connector P9Ultra160 Scsi Connector P8 20. Ultra Scsi Connector PinoutIDE Connector P19 22. IDE Connector PinoutJumpers and Connectors STL2 Server Board TPS Pin Signal 23 -Bit PCI Connector Pinout 18 32-Bit PCI Connector24 -Bit PCI Connctor Pinout 19 64-Bit PCI ConnectorFront Panel 24-pin Connector Pinout P23 25. Front Panel 24-pin Connector PinoutPin Description Jumpers and Connectors STL2 Server Board TPS This page intentionally left blank Page STL2 Server Board Calculated Power Consumption Calculated Power ConsumptionDevices +5V +12V Total Wattage Measured Power ConsumptionSTL2 Server Board Measured Power Consumption Power Consumption STL2 Server Board TPSSTL2 Server Board TPS Mechanical Specifications Mechanical SpecificationsMechanical Specifications STL2 Server Board TPS Safety Regulations Regulatory ComplianceRegulation Title Installation Instructions Ensure Host Computer and Accessory Module CertificationsEnsure EMC United States Prevent Power Supply OverloadPlace Battery Marking on Computer EuropeSystem Office Environment Installation PrecautionsEnvironmental Limits Use Only for Intended ApplicationsSystem Environmental Testing This page intentionally left blank Term Definition STL2 Server Board TPS GlossaryReference Documents STL2 Server Board TPS Reference DocumentsSTL2 Server Board EPS Index IndexIndex STL2 Server Board TPS Revision

STL2 specifications

The Intel STL2, known as the Intel Storage Technology Level 2, is a robust solution designed to elevate storage management and performance for enterprise-level applications. This next-generation system is specifically tailored for organizations that demand high reliability, scalability, and efficiency in their storage solutions.

One of the primary features of the Intel STL2 is its advanced data protection mechanisms. With integrated RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) support, it ensures that data remains safe, even in the event of hardware failure. RAID configurations can be easily set up and managed, allowing businesses to choose the right balance between performance and redundancy based on their unique requirements.

In terms of performance, the STL2 leverages cutting-edge SSD (Solid State Drive) integration to provide high-speed data access and reduced latency. This capability is essential for modern applications that require quick retrieval of large volumes of data, making it suitable for environments like data analytics, AI, and cloud computing.

Scalability is another significant characteristic of the Intel STL2. It is designed to grow alongside an organization’s needs, supporting a diverse range of storage architectures. Whether a company is looking to expand its data center or transition to hybrid cloud solutions, the STL2 can accommodate additional storage resources effortlessly, ensuring that performance does not degrade as storage demands increase.

Moreover, the STL2 features advanced automation and management tools that simplify storage operations. The system allows for real-time monitoring and analytics, providing insights into storage health, performance metrics, and capacity forecasts. This level of visibility enables IT teams to optimize resource utilization and proactively address potential issues before they become critical.

Another notable technology integrated into the STL2 is Intel’s Open Storage Architecture, which promotes interoperability with various software and hardware platforms. This open approach facilitates seamless integrations with existing systems and enhances flexibility within dynamic IT environments.

Lastly, Intel STL2 prioritizes energy efficiency. Its design minimizes power consumption without sacrificing performance, helping organizations reduce their operational costs and carbon footprint.

In summary, the Intel STL2 stands out in the competitive landscape of storage solutions with its focus on data protection, high performance, scalability, advanced management features, open architecture compatibility, and energy efficiency. These characteristics make it an ideal choice for businesses looking to enhance their data storage capabilities in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.