Recovering the Bios

Intel SE400BX manual Recovering the Bios, SE440BX Motherboard Product Guide

SE440BX Motherboard Product Guide

5.When the utility asks for confirmation that you want to flash the new BIOS into memory,

select Continue with Programming. Press <Enter>.

6.When the utility displays the message upgrade is complete, remove the diskette. Press

<Enter>.

7.As the computer boots, check the BIOS identifier (version number) to make sure the upgrade was successful.

8.To enter the BIOS Setup program, press <F2> when you see the message:

Press <F2> Key if you want to run SETUP

9.For proper operation, load the BIOS Setup program defaults. To load the defaults, press <F9>.

10.To accept the defaults, press <Enter>.

11.In Setup, set the options to the settings you wrote down before beginning the BIOS upgrade.

12.To save the settings, press <F10>.

13.To accept the settings, press <Enter>.

14.Turn off the computer and reboot.

It is unlikely that anything will interrupt the BIOS upgrade; however, if an interruption occurs, the BIOS could be damaged. The following steps explain how to recover the BIOS if an upgrade fails. The following procedure uses recovery mode for the Setup program. See Chapter 3 for more information on Setup modes.

NOTE

Because of the small amount of code available in the non-erasable boot block area, there is no video support. You will not see anything on the screen during this procedure. Monitor the procedure by listening to the speaker and looking at the diskette drive LED.

1.Turn off the computer, disconnect the computer’s power cord, and disconnect all external peripherals.

2.Remove the computer cover and locate the configuration jumper block (J8A1) (see Figure 7).

3.Remove the jumper from all pins as shown below to set recovery mode for Setup.

J8A1

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4.Insert the bootable BIOS upgrade diskette into diskette drive A.

5.Replace the computer cover, connect the power cord, turn on the computer, and allow it to boot. The recovery process will take a few minutes.

6.Listen to the speaker.

∙Two beeps and the end of activity in drive A indicate successful BIOS recovery.

∙A series of continuous beeps indicates failed BIOS recovery.

7.If recovery fails, return to step 1 and repeat the recovery process.

8.If recovery is successful, turn off the computer and disconnect its power cord.

9.Remove the computer cover and continue with the following steps.

Motherboard, SE400BX specifications

The Intel SE400BX is a high-performance motherboard designed primarily for demanding enterprise applications, delivering reliability and scalability for a wide range of business needs. This board is specifically tailored for use with Intel’s Pentium III and Celeron processors, providing a solid foundation for both server and workstation configurations.

One of its standout features is the support for Intel’s Slot 1 architecture, which allows for easy processor upgrades without the need for complex socket replacement. This flexibility is essential for businesses that require adaptability in their technology to keep pace with evolving workloads.

The SE400BX motherboard is equipped with a versatile Intel 440BX chipset, renowned for its stability and exceptional memory handling capabilities. This chipset supports up to 1GB of SDRAM using the DIMM standard, ensuring that your system has adequate memory bandwidth for multitasking and demanding applications. Additionally, it features dual-channel architecture, enhancing data flow and minimizing bottlenecks, which is critical for high-performance computing tasks.

Storage connectivity is another strong suit of the Intel SE400BX. The motherboard includes an ATA-66 interface, supporting both hard drives and optical devices. With up to four IDE connectors available, it allows for ample storage configuration options, enabling users to set up various RAID configurations for redundancy and increased data access speeds.

In terms of connectivity, the SE400BX offers integrated networking capabilities, including a built-in Ethernet controller, which simplifies installation and eliminates the need for a separate network card for basic networking tasks. This feature makes the motherboard an appealing choice for businesses looking to reduce components while maintaining solid networking performance.

On the expansion front, the motherboard provides three PCI slots, offering ample room for additional cards such as graphics cards, sound cards, or specialized expansion cards for specific business needs. This expandability ensures that businesses can tailor their systems to their own unique requirements without being constrained by the motherboard’s capabilities.

Overall, the Intel SE400BX combines powerful performance, reliability, and essential features that meet the demands of enterprise environments. Its strategic design and advanced technology make it a valuable addition to any business looking to build a robust computing infrastructure.