Intel Motherboard, SE400BX manual Floppy Options, DMI Event Logging, Video Configuration Submenu

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Using the Setup Program

Floppy Options

This submenu is for configuring floppy drives.

Table 10. Floppy Options

Feature

Options

Description

 

 

 

 

Floppy Disk Controller

Disabled

Disables or enables the integrated floppy

 

Enabled (default)

disk controller.

 

 

 

 

Diskette A:

Disabled

Specifies the capacity and physical size

 

360 KB, 5¼

of diskette drive A.

 

1.2 MB, 5¼

 

 

720 KB, 3½

 

 

1.44/1.25 MB, 3½(default)

 

 

2.88 MB, 3½

 

Floppy Write Protect

Disabled (default)

Disables or enables write protect for the

 

Enabled

diskette drive(s).

 

 

 

 

DMI Event Logging

This submenu is for configuring the DMI event logging features.

Table 11. DMI Event Logging Submenu

Feature

Options

Description

 

 

 

Event log capacity

No options

Indicates if there is space available in the event log.

 

 

 

Event log validity

No options

Indicates if the contents of the event log are valid.

 

 

 

View DMI event log

No options

Enables viewing of DMI event log.

 

 

 

 

Clear all DMI event logs

No (default)

Clears the DMI event log after rebooting.

 

Yes

 

Event Logging

Disabled

Enables logging of DMI events.

 

Enabled (default)

 

ECC Event Logging

Disabled (default)

Enables logging of ECC events.

 

Enabled

 

Mark DMI events as read

No options

Marks all DMI events as read.

 

 

 

 

Video Configuration Submenu

This submenu is for configuring video features.

Table 12. Video Configuration Submenu

Feature

Options

Description

 

 

 

 

Palette Snooping

Disabled (default)

Controls the ability of a primary PCI graphics controller to

 

Enabled

share a common palette with an ISA add-in video card.

 

 

 

 

AGP Aperture Size

64 MB (default)

Specifies the aperture size for the A.G.P. video controller.

 

256 MB

 

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Contents SE440BX Revision History Revision Revision History DateContents Using the Setup Program ContentsRegulatory and Integration Information SE440BX Motherboard Product GuideContents Motherboard Features Features SummaryMotherboard Features ComponentsBack Panel I/O Connectors Back Panel I/O ConnectorsMicroprocessor Upgrades MicroprocessorMain Memory Second Level Cache MemoryReal-Time Clock Input/Output I/O ControllerUniversal Serial Bus USB Support Bios Upgrades PCI Auto ConfigurationIDE Auto Configuration Security PasswordsExpansion Slots ISA Plug and Play CapabilityPower Management BatteryAdvanced Power Management APM Advanced Configuration and Power Interface AcpiWake on Ring Wake on LAN Technology OptionalHardware Monitor Optional Audio Subsystem OptionalAudio Connectors Speaker OptionalCrystal Semiconductor CS4236B Audio Codec Crystal Semiconductor CS4611 PCI Audio AcceleratorInstalling and Replacing Motherboard Components Before You BeginHow to Install a Processor How to Install and Remove the MotherboardInstalling and Replacing Motherboard Components Install the Retention Mechanism Installing the Processor Retention MechanismInstall the Processor Installing the ProcessorHow to Set the Processor Speed Installing the Heatsink Support Top BarJ8A1 How to Upgrade to a Boxed Pentium II Processor Remove the Installed ProcessorRemoving the Heatsink Support Top Bar and the Processor Removing the Heatsink Support Retention Pins Remove the Heatsink Support BaseUsing the Heatsink Support Base Removal Tool Upgrade the Processor How to Install MemoryDimm Size Non-ECC Configuration Shows the location of the Dimm sockets How to Remove Memory Installing a DimmHow to Replace the Battery VarningReplacing the Battery How to Clear the Passwords Using the Setup Program Setup Program ModesJumper Settings for Setup Program Modes Mode Jumper DescriptionSetup Menus Setup Menu BarSetup Function Keys Function KeysMain Menu Maintenance MenuMain Menu No default Auto defaultAdvanced Menu Advanced MenuPeripheral Configuration Submenu Peripheral Configuration SubmenuIDE Configuration IDE ConfigurationIDE Configuration Submenus IDE Configuration SubmenusStandard default CD-ROMFloppy Options Video Configuration SubmenuDMI Event Logging Resource Configuration Submenu Resource Configuration SubmenuAvailable default Reserved Security MenuPower Menu Boot MenuPower Menu Boot MenuHard Drive Submenu Hard Drive Submenu∙ Atapi CD-ROM Options DescriptionFeature Description Exit MenuRemovable Devices Submenu Removable Devices SubmenuUpgrading the Bios Preparing for the UpgradeObtaining the Bios Upgrade File Recording the Current Bios SettingsUpgrading the Bios Creating a Bootable DisketteCreating the Bios Upgrade Diskette Upgrading the BiosRecovering the Bios Changing the Bios Language Technical Reference Motherboard ConnectorsPC/PCI Wake on Ring Connector Wake on LAN Technology ConnectorFan 3 Connector Auxiliary Line In ConnectorCD Audio Connector Chassis Intrusion ConnectorFan 2 Connector Fan 1 ConnectorScsi LED Connector Power Supply ConnectorPC/PCI Connector Front Panel Connectors Connector Pin Signal NameMotherboard Resources Memory MapDMA Channels Memory MapO Map MapAddress hex Size Description PCI Configuration Space Map PCI Configuration Space MapInterrupts InterruptsError Messages Bios Beep CodesBios Error Messages Bios Error MessagesError Messages SetupSafety Regulations Regulatory and Integration InformationRegulatory Compliance EMC RegulationsInstallation Precautions Installation InstructionsProduct Certification Markings Regulatory and Integration InformationEnsure Host Computer and Accessory Module Certifications Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility EMCPlace Battery Marking on the Computer Prevent Power Supply OverloadUse Only for Intended Applications

Motherboard, SE400BX specifications

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